Guest Intros and their reactions
I thought I’d share some wacky guest intros that I have created for people who come in on the breakfast show, including their initial reaction to them.
Audio only.
Podcasts: Gold Coast Women of the Year and Reef 2050
So, what’s been happening since we spoke last?
Well, two podcasts that I had been producing got officially launched.
Gold Coast Women of the Year.
Hosted by Brooke Stoddart, this five episode podcast series focused on successful business women who have a strong connection with the Gold Coast. You can download the series here via iTunes or stream via Spotify.
Reef 2050 Water Quality Improvement Plan.
An eight episode series hosted by Vanessa Barratt interviewing farmers, scientists, and and many others in the field of agriculture, conservation and government departments about the future of water quality and farming. You can download the series here.
Feel free to share the love!
Short Audio Story: Make It Last (2019)
In March 2019 I entered a RODE competition to create a two minute podcast about any topic I wanted, in order to win some great podcasting products. (I didn’t win, but I don’t care).
From my brain was “Make It Last” – a two minute feature based on my grandparents. I was lucky enough to have them in my life until my late 30s, and cherished every moment with them.
In 2014, I recorded interviews with them about their experience living during the World War II period. I had some off-cuts, which showed their personalities more than anything. Grandad (Fred), Nanna Shirley and Nanna Hazel got together over a coffee (with assistance from Mum) and they chatted our ears off. Unfortunately Pa (Ron) had passed away in 1991, so I wasn’t lucky enough to record anything from him… even though I was 10 at the time.
Grandad (Fred) passed away in 2016. Nanna Shirley passed away in 2017. Nanna Hazel passed away in 2021.
I love them and miss them, terribly. But I have these recordings which I will cherish forever.
Podcast completion and Jive Beans Promo
Why, hello there!
Today, I recorded the last podcast for the season for the Gold Coast Women Of The Year by The Gold Coast Bulletin. Over the next few days I’ll be adding the finishing touches and launch it into the world.
My creative writing class I did at TAFE was thoroughly entertaining and learnt a fair bit. Expect to see some more confident writing from me in the future.
Over the last week, I’ve helped energize a small business on social media by creating more content to help promote their business. You’ll see it here at Jive Beans Mobile Cafe. Here’s an example of a video promo I created, that cost ZERO $. *No secrets revealed!*
I have more ideas up my sleeve. Stay tuned.
Diary Entry Eight
Wow. So much for doing daily entries. I think I had too much time on my hands when I did previous entries.
A fair bit has happened since my last entry (Entry Seven, obviously), so here’s a brief update.
Since late 2018, I’ve been engineering a podcast series for the Gold Coast Bulletin based on their “Women Of The Year” feature. The first episode was launched today, which you can find on iTunes and Spotify.
I enrolled at TAFE earlier in the year to do a weekend course in Creative Writing. I did the first class last Saturday. I enjoyed it. This Saturday, I’ll be doing the final class. I’m looking forward to it.
Now, I’m up to date.
Dear Diary Seven
Whoops! I accidentally let this lapse. I was going to write an entry yesterday, but I couldn’t get around to it. I then thought I will publish an entry in the evening, but same thing – couldn’t get around to it.
Yesterday – Tuesday 4th December, we had Russell Ingall come in and co-host breakfast.
A new streaming service from Ch 10 / CBS is now available and I naturally got excited. But for some reason my ISP at home does not work for access, which sucks – as I was going to do a review. I’m now in two minds whether to write one up… I’ll think about it.
Last night, I watched an episode of Michael Palin’s travel series where he travels to North Korea. Which reminded me to write this diary entry.
The last few days I have been listening to old Martin/Molloy episodes and feeling inspired on classic sketches and station imaging.
Today, Galey is filling in for breakfast co-host.
14 days until holiday break!
Have a great one.
Diary Entry Six
So, I missed out on an entry on Sunday 2nd December. But with good reason.
Actually, I don’t have a good reason. I got lazy. It was my day off.
It was hot weather all day. I surfed the interwebs. Did grocery shopping. On Saturday evening we made gingerbread houses. Sunday – munch time.
Today – Monday 3rd December, I’m at work, preparing for the Christmas / Holiday imaging session. Madeleine West is sitting in on the breakfast show.
It was hot at 6am this morning. About 27 degrees. I’m regretting wearing jeans. Already feeling warm.
I’ve knocked down an espresso and had a sugar rush by munching on some gingerbread.
Let’s see how today goes!
Diary Entry Five
Wasn’t sure if I was going to write an entry today – especially on a weekend. But I found a small bit of time to do so.
This is my second attempt at writing this entry, and my laptop battery is low. So I’ll make this quick.
It’s Saturday – bought candies and decorations to put on our gingerbread houses while sipping eggnog. It’s the 1st December and already enjoying the festivities!
Relaxed and played Red Dead Redemption 2 on the PS4. Two hours of just walking around on a digital map. I don’t know how people “game” or take it seriously. The game really makes you slow down and appreciate game-playing. Maybe it’s just me being impatient.
Scorching hot outside – couldn’t take the dog for a walk.
Tomorrow, another day of R&R as next week is a busy week with production, which I am looking forward to hitting head on and making some of the best imagery I can churn out. Currently listening to another station’s playlist to get some music ideas. Have noted a few down on my list.
Bring it.
Diary Entry Four
It’s Friday. The end of the working week. I have a lot of production work to do today. Nothing I can’t handle. I’m really looking forward to it.
It’s 7:05am and while I’m having my coffee, I am currently craving a dirty burger for Carl’s Jr for some reason. I’m talking a chunky bit of heart-stopping angus beef burger.
Christmas is less than a month away, I’m looking forward to the holiday break and knock out some PS4 games I’ve been itching to play.
The last few days have been extremely hot, but that’s the Gold Coast weather for you.
I nearly didn’t do this diary entry today as I was feeling “meh”, but I’ve pushed on.
An entry is an entry.
My coffee is finished. Back to work!
Stay cool, today.