Talking Prisoner
The Talking Prisoner YouTube channel is a fascinating dive into the world of Prisoner, also known as Prisoner: Cell Block H, a beloved Australian TV drama series that aired from 1979 to 1986. The series was a trailblazer in its time, portraying life inside a women's minimum-security prison with unflinching honesty and remarkable depth of character. Its legacy persists today, with a dedicated fanbase around the world.
Talking Prisoner, hosted by Matt Batten, has become the go-to platform for enthusiasts of the series. It offers fans an unprecedented chance to get up close and personal with the personalities behind their favourite characters. The channel boasts a wealth of interviews with the series’ cast and crew, each offering unique anecdotes, insightful commentary, and a closer look at the making of this groundbreaking show.
Episodes
88 episodes
Episode 64: Interview with David Waters - Officer David Bridges
Episode 64: Interview with David Waters - Officer David BridgesWelcome to Episode 64 of Talking Prisoner!In this special episode, Host and Producer Matt Batten sits down with the incredible David Waters, who portrayed Officer Da...
Episode 6 of Corals Soapbox with Coral Drouyn and Matt Batten
Welcome to Episode 6 of Corals Soapbox, where Coral Drouyn, a seasoned veteran of Australian television, delves into the depths of iconic TV shows. Coral's extensive resume includes work on beloved series like Neighbours, Home and Away, and, no...
Introducing Our New Co-Host: Director Tim Burns
Introducing Our New Co-Host: Director Tim BurnsWe're thrilled to announce that Matt Batten will now be joined by a new co-host on Talking Prisoner—none other than independent filmmaker Tim Burns! With a portfolio of cinematic gems that enca...
Talking Prisoner EP 55 Interview with Prison Chaplain Death Row San Quentin Jail
Welcome to Episode 55 of Talking Prisoner, where your host, Matt Batten, has a profound conversation with Buddhist prison chaplain, Susan Shannon. Susan's remarkable career spans over four decades, with her most striking experiences centred aro...
Talking Prisoner EP 56 Interview with Lynne McGranger Home and Away
Welcome to Episode 56 of Talking Prisoner where your host, Matt Batten, enjoys a sit-down with Lynne McGranger, best known for her role as Irene Roberts on the long-running soap, Home and Away. With nearly three decades on the show, Lynne proud...
Talking Prisoner EP 54 Interview with Governor Eddie Mullins Mountjoy Prison
Talking Prisoner EP 54 Interview with Governor Eddie Mullins Mountjoy Prison Welcome to Episode 54 of Talking Prisoner where our host, Matt Batten, has an enlightening conversation with Governor Eddie Mullins of Mountjoy Pris...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 53 Interview with Allan Caswell Songwriter for Prisoner Theme Song
Welcome to Episode 53 of Talking Prisoner, where we shine the spotlight on the creative genius behind Prisoner's hauntingly beautiful theme song, 'On the Inside'. Our special guest today is none other than the legendary ...
Talking Prisoner Interview with Louise Siverson Live Theatre Promotion Underneath Ms Archer
Welcome to this special episode of Talking Prisoner. Today, we're thrilled to host our guest, Louise Siversen, as we discuss her new theatre production, 'Under Ms Archer,' currently playing at St. Martin's Theatre in South Yarra. U...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 52 Interview with Susan Guerin Barbara Fields
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 52 Interview with Susan Guerin Barbara FieldsWelcome to Talking Prisoner Episode 52! Join hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten as they sit down with Susan Guerin, famous for her role as the memorabl...
Talking Prisoner Presents Home and Away Interview with Shane Withington
Welcome to Episode 7 of Talking Prisoner Presents, where hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten had an engaging conversation with the legendary Australian TV actor, Shane Withington. Boasting a career spanning over four decades, Shane is best kno...
Talking Prisoner Special Interview with Betty Bobbitt and Anne Phelan
Interview with Betty Bobbitt and Anne Phelan Welcome to this special episode of Talking Prisoner. This interview has never been made public, This episode is devoted to the memory of Betty Bobbitt and Anne Phelan. Betty played Judy Bry...
Corals Soapbox EP 5
Corals Soapbox EP 5 Welcome to Episode 3 of Corals Soapbox. Coral Drouyn has worked on some of Australia’s most iconic TV Shows and been responsible for some of the biggest storylines on many of our much-loved TV shows such as Neighbours, Home ...
Talking Prisoner Presents EP 5 Interview with Mat Stevenson
Talking Prisoner Presents EP 5 Interview with Mat StevensonWelcome to Episode 5 of Talking Prisoner “Presents”. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Home and Away legend mat Stevenson. Matt has appeared in many Australian TV s...
Talking Prisoner Corals Soapbox EP 4
Talking Prisoner Corals Soapbox EP 4Welcome to Episode 3 of Corals Soapbox. Coral Drouyn has worked on some of Australia’s most iconic TV Shows and been responsible for some of the biggest storylines on many of our much-loved TV shows such ...
Talking Prisoner Presents EP 6 Orange is The New Black Interview with Karina Arroyave
Welcome to Episode 6 of Talking Prisoner Presents. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with the amazing Karina Arroyave who has had a career spanning over 30 years and has appeared in many Tv shows and Movies such as The Equalizer, Le...
Talking Prisoner Corals Soapbox EP 3
Welcome to Episode 3 of Corals Soapbox. Coral Drouyn has worked on some of Australia’s most iconic TV Shows and been responsible for some of the biggest storylines on many of our much-loved TV shows such as Neighbours, Home and Away, Blue Heele...
Talking Prisoner EP 50 Interview with Brett Popplewell Head Of Production Fremantle Media
Welcome to Episode 50 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Brett Popplewell who is the head of Production scripted at Fremantle Media. Brett has a career in Film and Television spanning over 30 years and has p...
Talking Prisoner Presents Sons and Daughters EP 4 Interview with Tom Richards David Palmer
Talking Prisoner Presents Sons and Daughters EP 4 Interview with Tom Richards David PalmerWelcome to Episode 4 of Talking Prisoner Presents. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Tom Richards who played David Palmer in Sons ...
Corals Soapbox Ep2
Corals Soapbox Ep2Welcome to Episode 2 of Corals Soapbox. Coral Drouyn has worked on some of Australia’s most iconic TV Shows and been responsible for some of the biggest storylines on many of our much-loved TV shows such as Ne...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 48 Part 2 Interview with Lisa Crittenden Maxine Daniels
Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list o...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 48 Part 2 Interview with Lisa Crittenden Maxine Daniels
Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list o...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 48 Part 1 Interview with Lisa Crittenden Maxine Daniels
Welcome to Episode 48 Part 1 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Lisa Crittenden for her first ever exclusive interview about her career. Lisa appeared in 91 episodes of Prisoner. Lisa has an extensive list o...
Talking Prisoner Presents Neighbours EP 3 Interview with David Clencie Danny Ramsay
Welcome to Episode 3 of Talking Prisoner “Presents” Neighbours. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with David Clencie who played Original Neighbours cast member Danny Ramsey, David was also the very first person to say the very first...
Corals Soapbox EP 1
Corals Soapbox EP 1Welcome to Episode 1 of Corals Soapbox. Coral Drouyn was the Script Writer/Script Editor/Storyliner and Story Editor on Prisoner. Coral has been involved in the entertainment industry since a young child and is also an ac...
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 45 Part 2 Interview with Pepe Trevor Lexie Patterson
Talking Prisoner Cell Block H EP 45 Part 2 Interview with Pepe Trevor Lexie PattersonWelcome to Episode 45 Part 2 of Talking Prisoner. Hosts Ken Mulholland and Matt Batten sat down with Pepe Trevor for part 2. Pepe is an actress, journalist...