A musical journey with Dr Jacinta Dennett discussing her instrument of passion, the harp.

Graeme Quick is a researcher, historian and well rounded professional horseman. In fact he was recently awarded the James Stewart bequest for his Phd on social economic and cultural history of horses in Ballarat. Graeme gives us a unique look into Ballarat’s history, using his insight and knowledge to transport us back to 1832 to reveal just how the horse has shaped this city.

Lily Mae Martin is a visual artist who graduated from the Victorian College of the Arts in 2008 with a Bachelor of Fine Art majoring in Drawing. I spoke to Lily about scholarships, Tasmania and her Waterloo paintings which came during a time when she changed her direction in life to aged care.  

If you’re a fan of board games, Dungeons and Dragons or just your average computer nerd, then you’d probably love GUF. Mark Cater, one of the owners and founders of GUF tells us about growing up in the 80’s, writing computer games and getting kidnapped in Kashmir.

I don't know much about 13 year olds....although I guess a long time ago I was one.  I was interested to know what goes on in the mind of a teen in the twenty twenties and, being this time of year,  see what they have to say about Christmas. 

What does Lady Di, a broken clock and Billy the dog have in common? The Bridge Mall of course! With over 100 stores, many multi generational, "The Bridge" has been the heart of Ballarat since the early 80's. I spoke with Germaine Davey (the General Manager of the Bridge Mall Business Association) and some of the locals store holders about their love of the Mall.

We all go through changes in life. Sometimes they impact us positively….other times - not so much. Jason Wakefield is a rehabilitation nurse at the Queen Elizabeth hospital and he witness changes in his patients everyday. However he has been through some rather big changes in his life and came by to share his story.

Chasing bears, taming wild horses  or riding with Bruce Springsteen through the Victorian High County. All in a day for this third generation Australian Horseman.

What do you think the purpose of being a human is?   a) To  live stress-free and happy   b) To push the boundaries of humankind   c) To live a full life   d) Other

I’ve heard it said that the desire to become a politician should in itself prevent you from ever becoming one.Unfortunately this advice isn’t often heeded.My guest today (who remains anonymous for obvious reasons) talks about politics being an addictive, lowbrow games full of dirt sheets, sabotage and backstabbing. All in the life of university student politics.