Agro wasn’t just a puppet; he was chaos personified. Jamie Dunn spills on what made the cheeky character a TV legend, and why some stories are too wild for children’s television!

Jamie Dunn and Agro, names synonymous with Australian TV and radio nostalgia. In this laugh-out-loud episode of Pure Grit, Jamie takes us on a trip down memory lane, sharing the wild, hilarious, and sometimes outrageous moments behind Agro’s antics. From iconic interviews with celebrities like Jason Donovan to the chaos of live TV and the infamous Agro showbags, Jamie reveals what made this puppet a household name.

But there’s more to Jamie than Agro. He talks candidly about his journey from drummer to TV and radio star, balancing a legendary career with fatherhood, and finding new passions in life. Through it all, Jamie’s razor-sharp wit and cheeky charm shine as he and Agro deliver punchline after punchline.

This episode is a love letter to the golden days of Aussie TV and the characters who shaped a generation’s laughter. Whether you grew up watching Agro’s Cartoon Connection or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes stories, this is an episode that promises to leave you grinning ear to ear.

 

Agro wasn&rsquo;t just a puppet; he was chaos personified. Jamie Dunn spills on what made the cheeky character a TV legend, and why some stories are too wild for children&rsquo;s television!
Jamie Dunn and Agro, names synonymous with Australian TV and radio nostalgia. In this laugh-out-loud episode of&nbsp;Pure Grit, Jamie takes us on a trip down memory lane, sharing the wild, hilarious, and sometimes outrageous moments behind Agro&rsquo;s antics. From iconic interviews with celebrities like Jason Donovan to the chaos of live TV and the infamous Agro showbags, Jamie reveals what made this puppet a household name.
But there&rsquo;s more to Jamie than Agro. He talks candidly about his journey from drummer to TV and radio star, balancing a legendary career with fatherhood, and finding new passions in life. Through it all, Jamie&rsquo;s razor-sharp wit and cheeky charm shine as he and Agro deliver punchline after punchline.
This episode is a love letter to the golden days of Aussie TV and the characters who shaped a generation&rsquo;s laughter. Whether you grew up watching Agro&rsquo;s Cartoon Connection or simply love hearing behind-the-scenes stories, this is an episode that promises to leave you grinning ear to ear.
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Pure Grit - with Paula McGrath

Jamie Dunn and Agro: The Mischievous Duo Behind Australia’s Favourite Puppet

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