From Crisis to Community: How Survivors R Us Helps Newcastle

In this episode, we speak with Maria Martin, founder of Survivors R Us, about the inspiring journey of her organisation. From the threat of closure due to rising costs to securing a new home with the support of a federal government grant, Maria shares the challenges and triumphs of running a commun…

Barry Toohey - NRL Round 5

Join Richard as he chats with Newcastle Herald journalist and podcaster Barry Toohey for his weekly Thursday segment. This episode covers all the NRL action coming up over the Easter weekend, including insights on Manly’s shock coaching change with Kieran Foran, predictions for the Dolphins, Panthe…

Moon Mission 2026: NASA’s Artemis 2 Explained by David Reneke

Join Richard as he speaks with renowned Australian astronomer David Reneke about the historic Artemis 2 mission, NASA’s first crewed journey to the Moon in over 50 years. Dave shares insights into the mission’s advanced technology, the all-inclusive four-person crew, and how Australia’s tracking st…

Kelsie Allan - Teachers and Students Unite for the World’s Greatest Shave

This week on the show, we chat with Kelsie Allan, a teacher at Wallsend South Public School, about an inspiring initiative by her Year Six students. The school is taking part in the World’s Greatest Shave, raising funds for the Leukaemia Foundation. From crazy hair and sock days to teachers and stu…

Tom Boorer - Dungog Rodeo

Join us this week as we chat with Tom Boorer, organiser of the iconic Dungog Rodeo, about all the action happening this Saturday at the Dungog Showground. With over 47 years of history, the Dungog Rodeo attracts thousands of fans and promises a full day of entertainment, including the Masters Bull …

Mike Collins HMRI Head of Marketing Communications - Hill to Harbour 2026

Join us as we dive into Newcastle’s most popular fun run, the Hill to Harbour Fun Run, happening this Sunday! Thousands of participants will hit the streets for a day of fitness, community, and fundraising. Our guest, Mike Collins, Marketing and Communications Head at the Hunter Medical Research In…

Ben Gibson - Newcastle Jets

Richard King spoke with Ben Gibson, the Newcastle Jets’ rising star, about his recent stoppage-time winner, his journey through Sydney FC’s junior squads, and his transition to the A-League. They discuss life in Newcastle, the club’s positive team culture under coach Mark Milligan, the impact of pa…

Barry Toohey - NRL Round 4

Richard King spoke with Newcastle Herald journalist and podcaster Barry Toohey for a full preview of Round 4 in the NRL. They discuss the big clash between the Roosters and Manly, including Daly Cherry-Evans’ emotional return to Brookvale Oval. Barry also shares thoughts on Newcastle legends Scotty…

Bob Cook President of the Newcastle Heritage Industrial Association

Richard King speaks with Bob Cook, President of the Newcastle Industrial Heritage Association, about the long-awaited revival of Newcastle’s Maritime Museum collection. After nearly eight years in storage, the community-built collection is set to be relocated to a new facility in Mayfield—marking a…

Stephen Fenech TECHGUIDE

Broadcasting from New York, Richard catches up with tech expert Stephen Fenech, who’s on the ground for a major Hewlett Packard event. They kick things off with a quick NRL chat before diving into the global surge in electric vehicle interest, driven by rising fuel prices and geopolitical tensions.…