With the passing of John Laws, I thought it worthwhile posting this to demonstrate what set him apart from all others.  When Rolf Harris hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons, John took the time to explain to this caller why Rolf Harris paintings weren't wanted.  Any other talkback show host would have dismissed the caller very quickly. Warning - it may be a little offensive to some ears.

With the passing of John Laws, I thought it worthwhile posting this to demonstrate what set him apart from all others.&nbsp; When Rolf Harris hit the headlines for all the wrong reasons, John took the time to explain to this caller why Rolf Harris paintings weren't wanted.&nbsp; Any other talkback show host would have dismissed the caller very quickly. Warning - it may be a little offensive to some ears.

From the station's first broadcast on Feb 22, 1932 3AW has been a constant companion to Melburnians.
Here we feature some of the highs and lows of or broadcasting history.

From the station's first broadcast on Feb 22, 1932 3AW has been a constant companion to Melburnians. Here we feature some of the highs and lows of or broadcasting history.

The 3AW Archive.

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John Laws speaks to a caller about Rolf Harris

Today’s random reel to reel tape. John Farnham interview recorded on 23 Dec 1975 and played on air on Christmas Day in 1975.  50 years ago. This tape has not been heard since that day.

Today&rsquo;s random reel to reel tape. John Farnham interview recorded on 23 Dec 1975 and played on air on Christmas Day in 1975.&nbsp; 50 years ago. This tape has not been heard since that day.

Johnny Farnham with Muriel Cooper Christmas Special

On 03 Feb, 2004 Bruce Mansfield and Philip Brady phoned Allan Moffatt to congratulate him on becoming an Australian citizen.  Bruce and Phil were at an outside broadcast when they put the call through.  This four minute chat shows the great sense of humour that Allan Moffatt had.  Many people are paying tribute by recounting stories from his amazing career.  But it's also great to know he was a fabulous guy as well.

On 03 Feb, 2004 Bruce Mansfield and Philip Brady phoned Allan Moffatt to congratulate him on becoming an Australian citizen.&nbsp; Bruce and Phil were at an outside broadcast when they put the call through.&nbsp; This four minute chat shows the great sense of humour that Allan Moffatt had.&nbsp; Many people are paying tribute by recounting stories from his amazing career.&nbsp; But it's also great to know he was a fabulous guy as well.

The great sense of humour of Allan Moffat 

American Country Music Legend Conway Twitty recorded an album between 01 and 24 April 1972 at Bradley's Barn.  The album was titled "I Can't Stop Loving You" Australian Radio Personality Geoff Manion was in studio for a session as Conway recorded Unchanging Love, and White Lightning.

There are five segments to thi

Seg 1  Janine Walker (wife of Bill Walker) interviewed by Geoff ManionJanine is one of the "Nashville Sound Quartet". Interview is recorded at Bradley's Barn - The recording studio owned and run by Owen Bradley who is also producing the album.


Seg 2 - Conway Twitty at Bradley's Barn recording the song Unchanging Love as Geoff Manion walks freely around the studio commentating whilst hearing close-ups of the various instruments.


Seg 3 - Conway Twitty being interviewed by Geoff Manion


Seg 4 - Radio host identified as John from WSM radio being interviewed by Geoff Manion


Seg 5 - Conway Twitty at Bradley's Barn recording the song White Lightning (Pig Sooie)

 

For more information about this recording contact Simon Owens at Melbourne, Australia's Radio station 3AW sowens@3aw.com.au 

 

American Country Music Legend Conway Twitty recorded an album between 01 and 24 April 1972 at Bradley's Barn.&nbsp; The album was titled "I Can't Stop Loving You" Australian Radio Personality Geoff Manion was in studio for a session as Conway recorded Unchanging Love, and White Lightning.
There are five segments to thi
Seg 1 &nbsp;Janine Walker (wife of Bill Walker) interviewed by Geoff ManionJanine is one of the "Nashville Sound Quartet". Interview is recorded at Bradley's Barn - The recording studio owned and run by Owen Bradley who is also producing the album.
 Seg 2 - Conway Twitty at Bradley's Barn recording the song Unchanging Love as Geoff Manion walks freely around the studio commentating whilst hearing close-ups of the various instruments.
 Seg 3 - Conway Twitty being interviewed by Geoff Manion
 Seg 4 - Radio host identified as John from WSM radio being interviewed by Geoff Manion
 Seg 5 - Conway Twitty at Bradley's Barn recording the song White Lightning (Pig Sooie)
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For more information about this recording contact Simon Owens at Melbourne, Australia's Radio station 3AW&nbsp;<a href="mailto:sowens@3aw.com.au">sowens@3aw.com.au</a>&nbsp;
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John Laws speaks to a caller about Rolf Harris

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