Storytelling meets human connection in this loveable Australian podcast. 

Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages & backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and often very personal stories. 

Take a break from your everyday, and dive into lives of people you’d never otherwise meet. 

It's conversations ... with everyday people.

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🌎  Find out more at https://WhataStrangerToldMe.com

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☎️  Got a story you'd love to share (it might appear on an upcoming episode) - Call +61 489 272 286 (you've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold!).

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🎙️  Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Think fun panel discussions. Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up at https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact

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📸  Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast behind-the-scenes madness over at https://instagram/whatastrangertoldme

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#️⃣  #StorytellingPodcast #HumanStories #TrueStories #DocumentaryPodcast #Podcast #Podcasting #NewPodcast #RealStories #StrangerStories #WhatAStrangerToldMe #TimReid #JonCoghill #TrueCrime #ABCconversations

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🤩  Who's behind all this strangeness?

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill

Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto

Photography by Will Reid & Andy McColl

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Storytelling meets human connection in this loveable Australian podcast. 
Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages &amp; backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and often very personal stories. 
Take a break from your everyday, and dive into lives of people you&rsquo;d never otherwise meet. 
It's conversations ... with everyday people.
=======
🌎&nbsp; Find out more at https://WhataStrangerToldMe.com
=======
☎️&nbsp; Got a story you'd love to share (it might appear on an upcoming episode) - Call +61 489 272 286 (you've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold!).
=======
🎙️&nbsp; Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Think fun panel discussions. Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up at https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact
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📸&nbsp; Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast behind-the-scenes madness over at https://instagram/whatastrangertoldme
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#️⃣&nbsp; #StorytellingPodcast #HumanStories #TrueStories #DocumentaryPodcast #Podcast #Podcasting #NewPodcast #RealStories #StrangerStories #WhatAStrangerToldMe #TimReid #JonCoghill #TrueCrime #ABCconversations
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🤩&nbsp; Who's behind all this strangeness?
Made &amp; Hosted by Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto
Photography by Will Reid &amp; Andy McColl
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Storytelling meets human connection in this intriguing Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages & backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and very personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives of people you’d never otherwise meet.

And if you’ve got a story you’d love the world to hear, then call us on +61 489 272 286.

Or maybe you'd like us to chat to strangers in your town, or maybe you’ve got a conference you’d like us to podcast from, then contact us at What a Stranger Told Me.

Credits ...

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill

Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto

Photography by Andy McColl & Will Reid

 

Storytelling meets human connection in this intriguing Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages &amp; backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and very personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives of people you&rsquo;d never otherwise meet.
And if you&rsquo;ve got a story you&rsquo;d love the world to hear, then call us on +61 489 272 286.
Or maybe you'd like us to chat to strangers in your town, or maybe you&rsquo;ve got a conference you&rsquo;d like us to podcast from, then contact us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.whatastrangertoldme.com">What a Stranger Told Me</a>.
Credits ...
Made &amp; Hosted by Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto
Photography by Andy McColl &amp; Will Reid
&nbsp;

Storytelling meets human connection in this intriguing Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages & backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and very personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives of people you’d never otherwise meet.

What a Stranger Told Me

Storytelling meets human connection in this intriguing Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages & backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and very personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives of people you’d never otherwise meet.

Take a break from the everyday, and dive into the lives of people you’d never otherwise meet.

And if you’ve got a story you’d love the world to hear, then call us on +61 489 272 286.

Or maybe you'd like us to chat to strangers in your town, or maybe you’ve got a conference you’d like us to podcast from, then contact us at What a Stranger Told Me.

Credits ...

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill

Music Supervision by Denis Feletto

Photography by Andy McColl & Will Reid

Storytelling meets human connection in this intriguing Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages &amp; backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and very personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives of people you&rsquo;d never otherwise meet.
Take a break from the everyday, and dive into the lives of people you&rsquo;d never otherwise meet.
And if you&rsquo;ve got a story you&rsquo;d love the world to hear, then call us on +61 489 272 286.
Or maybe you'd like us to chat to strangers in your town, or maybe you&rsquo;ve got a conference you&rsquo;d like us to podcast from, then contact us at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.whatastrangertoldme.com">What a Stranger Told Me</a>.
Credits ...
Made &amp; Hosted by Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Denis Feletto
Photography by Andy McColl &amp; Will Reid

Storytelling meets human connection in this loveable Australian podcast. Hosts Jon Coghill (Powderfinger) and Tim Reid (award-winning podcaster) travel around chatting with strangers of all ages & backgrounds - uncovering their raw, unique, and personal stories. Take a break from the everyday, and dive into lives you’d never meet otherwise. 

What a Stranger Told Me [Trailer]

Meeting the girl of your dreams started with mutual perving and a bold “We’re gettin’ married”. Sammy’s cheeky love story – nail gun accident, Valentine's magic, young romance – is funny, sweet, and full of butterflies. Hit play and feel the spark.

Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience & daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers. 

It's conversations... with everyday people.

 

 

EPISODE SUMMARY

Meeting Sammy Before His Friend Arrives 

Jon bumps into Sammy just before his mate shows up. Sammy’s a young bloke with a big grin. She perved first – then he perved back. First words? “We’re gettin’ married.” Romantic stranger story starts here.

Meeting the Girl of Your Dreams – The Cheeky Start 

She perved on him first. Then he perved back. Opening line: “We’re gettin’ married.” Sammy doesn’t believe in marriage – but for her, he’d do it. Romantic stranger story with no filter.

The Nail Gun Accident 

Worst moment? Shot himself with a nail gun. Romantic stranger story takes a wild turn – but Sammy laughs it off. Life’s too short for regrets. 

Valentine's Day Magic 

It’s Valentine’s Day – not just Friday. They practice every night. Three-can bike ride to dinner? Romantic as hell. Romantic stranger story full of young love energy. 

Sammy’s Vibe & Wrapping Up 

Sammy’s energy? Cheeky, loving, no filter. Romantic stranger story that turns perving into forever talk. This chat leaves you smiling at bold love.

 

Chapters

00:00 – Intro and meeting Sammy
00:56 – She perved first – then “We’re gettin’ married”
01:50 – Doesn’t believe in marriage – but for her, yes
03:20 – Nail gun accident – worst moment
04:45 – Valentine’s Day magic & three-can bike ride
05:58 – Practice every night – young love energy
07:46 – Farewell and episode close

 

Key Moments
She perved first – then he perved back
First line: “We’re gettin’ married”
Doesn’t believe in marriage – but for her, he’d do it
Shot himself with nail gun – laughs it off
Valentine’s Day – “not just Friday”
Three-can bike ride to dinner – romantic as hell
Practice every night – pure young love

 

Listen to the Full Conversation

She perved first – then “We’re gettin’ married”. Sammy’s romantic stranger story is gold. Listen now on your favourite platform.

 

 

 

🎙️ Want more, Stranger?

Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up here.

📸  Join us behind-the-scenes

Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on Instagram.

☎️  Got a story you'd love to share?

Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold.

👽  Don’t be a stranger

Got some feedback? Bring it on. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;)

🤩  Who’s behind all this strangeness?

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto

 

#MeetingTheGirlOfYourDreams #YoungLoveStory #ValentinesMagic #NailGunAccident #PervingFirst #RomanticStrangerStory #FirstMeetingGirlfriend #CheekyLoveStory #WhataStrangerToldMe #StrangerStories #StorytellingPodcast #TimReid #JonCoghill #AustralianPodcast #ABCconversations

Meeting the girl of your dreams started with mutual perving and a bold &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married&rdquo;. Sammy&rsquo;s cheeky love story &ndash; nail gun accident, Valentine's magic, young romance &ndash; is funny, sweet, and full of butterflies. Hit play and feel the spark.
Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience &amp; daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors&nbsp;<a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/about-what-a-stranger-told-me-podcast/">Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill</a> wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers.&nbsp;
It's conversations... with everyday people.
&nbsp;
<hr>
&nbsp;
EPISODE SUMMARY
Meeting Sammy Before His Friend Arrives&nbsp;
Jon bumps into Sammy just before his mate shows up. Sammy&rsquo;s a young bloke with a big grin. She perved first &ndash; then he perved back. First words? &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married.&rdquo; Romantic stranger story starts here.
Meeting the Girl of Your Dreams &ndash; The Cheeky Start&nbsp;
She perved on him first. Then he perved back. Opening line: &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married.&rdquo; Sammy doesn&rsquo;t believe in marriage &ndash; but for her, he&rsquo;d do it. Romantic stranger story with no filter.
The Nail Gun Accident&nbsp;
Worst moment? Shot himself with a nail gun. Romantic stranger story takes a wild turn &ndash; but Sammy laughs it off. Life&rsquo;s too short for regrets.&nbsp;
Valentine's Day Magic&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s Valentine&rsquo;s Day &ndash; not just Friday. They practice every night. Three-can bike ride to dinner? Romantic as hell. Romantic stranger story full of young love energy.&nbsp;
Sammy&rsquo;s Vibe &amp; Wrapping Up&nbsp;
Sammy&rsquo;s energy? Cheeky, loving, no filter. Romantic stranger story that turns perving into forever talk. This chat leaves you smiling at bold love.
&nbsp;
Chapters
00:00 &ndash; Intro and meeting Sammy 00:56 &ndash; She perved first &ndash; then &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married&rdquo; 01:50 &ndash; Doesn&rsquo;t believe in marriage &ndash; but for her, yes 03:20 &ndash; Nail gun accident &ndash; worst moment 04:45 &ndash; Valentine&rsquo;s Day magic &amp; three-can bike ride 05:58 &ndash; Practice every night &ndash; young love energy 07:46 &ndash; Farewell and episode close
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Key Moments
<ul>
<li>She perved first &ndash; then he perved back</li>
<li>First line: &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married&rdquo;</li>
<li>Doesn&rsquo;t believe in marriage &ndash; but for her, he&rsquo;d do it</li>
<li>Shot himself with nail gun &ndash; laughs it off</li>
<li>Valentine&rsquo;s Day &ndash; &ldquo;not just Friday&rdquo;</li>
<li>Three-can bike ride to dinner &ndash; romantic as hell</li>
<li>Practice every night &ndash; pure young love</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Listen to the Full Conversation
She perved first &ndash; then &ldquo;We&rsquo;re gettin&rsquo; married&rdquo;. Sammy&rsquo;s romantic stranger story is gold. <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/links/" data-copy-preserve="1">Listen now on your favourite platform</a>.
&nbsp;
&nbsp;
<hr>
&nbsp;
🎙️ Want more, Stranger?
Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact/">here</a>.
📸&nbsp; Join us behind-the-scenes
Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatastrangertoldme">Instagram</a>.
☎️&nbsp; Got a story you'd love to share?
Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold.
👽&nbsp; Don&rsquo;t be a stranger
Got some feedback? <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact/">Bring it on</a>. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;)
🤩&nbsp; Who&rsquo;s behind all this strangeness?
Made &amp; Hosted by Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto
&nbsp;
#MeetingTheGirlOfYourDreams #YoungLoveStory #ValentinesMagic #NailGunAccident #PervingFirst #RomanticStrangerStory #FirstMeetingGirlfriend #CheekyLoveStory #WhataStrangerToldMe #StrangerStories #StorytellingPodcast #TimReid #JonCoghill #AustralianPodcast #ABCconversations

Meeting the girl of your dreams – Sammy’s cheeky “she perved first”, nail gun accident, Valentine's magic. Funny young love stranger story. It’s the What a Stranger Told Me podcast.

She Perved First – Then He Declared “We’re Gettin’ Married” | A Romantic Stranger Story

Picture a cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind about everything from new bridges to staying active after 70 – he did Everest Base Camp at 69, plans Annapurna at 71, and doesn't let bad knees stop him. Meet an ex-South African Aussie granddad with a no-bullshit vibe and big goals. This bluntly strange chat is funny, inspiring, and full of fire – hit play and get motivated.

Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience & daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers. 

It's conversations... with everyday people.

 

 

EPISODE SUMMARY

Meeting the Cantankerous Bloke on a Walk

Jon bumps into Brian enjoying the sun at South Bank. Brian’s from Harvey Bay, here for family. He’s 71, ex-South African, 46 years in Australia. Cantankerous bloke with a fascination for bridges and how things evolve.

The New Bridge & Architecture Rant

He loves the new bridge – but really any bridge. Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind on how Brisbane has changed. Ex-South African, he’s seen Australia grow. No holding back.

Everest Base Camp at 69

He did Everest Base Camp at 69 – knees shot, but made it. Cantankerous bloke who doesn’t let age win. Now planning Annapurna in 10 months with his son. Goals keep him going.

Bikes, Walks & Staying Active

Normally rides 50km a day. Today? Walking bridges for fun. Wife looks after grandkids, he escapes for peace. Cantankerous bloke who stays active after 70 – mentally and physically.

From South Africa to Aussie Life

Left South Africa young. Loves Brisbane's evolution. Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind on gratitude – beautiful views, family, freedom. He’s not slowing down.

Brian’s Vibe & Wrapping Up Brian’s energy?

Warm, determined, inspiring. Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind (then some). This bluntly strange chat leaves you ready to set your own goals.

 

Chapters

00:00 – Intro and meeting Brian on his walk
00:48 – 71, ex-South African, Harvey Bay local
01:27 – New bridge fascination – how Brisbane evolved
03:30 – Everest Base Camp at 69 – knees shot but made it
05:15 – Planning Annapurna with son in 10 months
07:42 – Normally rides 50km a day – walks bridges for joy
08:20 – Wife with grandkids, he escapes for peace – farewell

 

Key Moments
Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind
Everest Base Camp at 69 – knees shot but no excuses
Planning Annapurna at 71 – goals keep him young
Normally rides 50km a day – loves new spots
Wife looks after grandkids – he gets peace
Ex-South African, 46 years in Australia – grateful
Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind (then some)

 

Listen to the Full Conversation

Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind (then some) – Everest, Annapurna, no slowing down. Gold. Listen now on your favourite platform

 

 

🎙️ Want more, Stranger?

Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up here.

📸  Join us behind-the-scenes

Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on Instagram.

☎️  Got a story you'd love to share?

Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold.

👽  Don’t be a stranger

Got some feedback? Bring it on. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;)

🤩  Who’s behind all this strangeness?

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto

 

#CantankerousBloke, #EverestAt69, #AnnapurnaPlans, #StayingActiveAfter70, #SeniorAdventure, #WhataStrangerToldMe, #StrangerStories, #StorytellingPodcast, #TimReid, #JonCoghill, #AustralianPodcast, #ABCconversations

Picture a cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind about everything from new bridges to staying active after 70 &ndash; he did Everest Base Camp at 69, plans Annapurna at 71, and doesn't let bad knees stop him. Meet an ex-South African Aussie granddad with a no-bullshit vibe and big goals. This bluntly strange chat is funny, inspiring, and full of fire &ndash; hit play and get motivated.
Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience &amp; daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors&nbsp;<a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/about-what-a-stranger-told-me-podcast/">Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill</a> wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers.&nbsp;
It's conversations... with everyday people.
&nbsp;
<hr>
&nbsp;
EPISODE SUMMARY
Meeting the Cantankerous Bloke on a Walk
Jon bumps into Brian enjoying the sun at South Bank. Brian&rsquo;s from Harvey Bay, here for family. He&rsquo;s 71, ex-South African, 46 years in Australia. Cantankerous bloke with a fascination for bridges and how things evolve.
The New Bridge &amp; Architecture Rant
He loves the new bridge &ndash; but really any bridge. Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind on how Brisbane has changed. Ex-South African, he&rsquo;s seen Australia grow. No holding back.
Everest Base Camp at 69
He did Everest Base Camp at 69 &ndash; knees shot, but made it. Cantankerous bloke who doesn&rsquo;t let age win. Now planning Annapurna in 10 months with his son. Goals keep him going.
Bikes, Walks &amp; Staying Active
Normally rides 50km a day. Today? Walking bridges for fun. Wife looks after grandkids, he escapes for peace. Cantankerous bloke who stays active after 70 &ndash; mentally and physically.
From South Africa to Aussie Life
Left South Africa young. Loves Brisbane's evolution. Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind on gratitude &ndash; beautiful views, family, freedom. He&rsquo;s not slowing down.
Brian&rsquo;s Vibe &amp; Wrapping Up Brian&rsquo;s energy?
Warm, determined, inspiring. Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind (then some). This bluntly strange chat leaves you ready to set your own goals.
&nbsp;
Chapters
00:00 &ndash; Intro and meeting Brian on his walk 00:48 &ndash; 71, ex-South African, Harvey Bay local 01:27 &ndash; New bridge fascination &ndash; how Brisbane evolved 03:30 &ndash; Everest Base Camp at 69 &ndash; knees shot but made it 05:15 &ndash; Planning Annapurna with son in 10 months 07:42 &ndash; Normally rides 50km a day &ndash; walks bridges for joy 08:20 &ndash; Wife with grandkids, he escapes for peace &ndash; farewell
&nbsp;
Key Moments
<ul>
<li>Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind</li>
<li>Everest Base Camp at 69 &ndash; knees shot but no excuses</li>
<li>Planning Annapurna at 71 &ndash; goals keep him young</li>
<li>Normally rides 50km a day &ndash; loves new spots</li>
<li>Wife looks after grandkids &ndash; he gets peace</li>
<li>Ex-South African, 46 years in Australia &ndash; grateful</li>
<li>Cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind (then some)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Listen to the Full Conversation
Cantankerous bloke speaks his mind (then some) &ndash; Everest, Annapurna, no slowing down. Gold.&nbsp;<a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/links/" data-copy-preserve="1">Listen now on your favourite platform</a>
&nbsp;
<hr>
&nbsp;
🎙️ Want more, Stranger?
Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact/">here</a>.
📸&nbsp; Join us behind-the-scenes
Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/whatastrangertoldme">Instagram</a>.
☎️&nbsp; Got a story you'd love to share?
Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold.
👽&nbsp; Don&rsquo;t be a stranger
Got some feedback? <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/contact/">Bring it on</a>. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;)
🤩&nbsp; Who&rsquo;s behind all this strangeness?
Made &amp; Hosted by Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto
&nbsp;
#CantankerousBloke, #EverestAt69, #AnnapurnaPlans, #StayingActiveAfter70, #SeniorAdventure, #WhataStrangerToldMe, #StrangerStories, #StorytellingPodcast, #TimReid, #JonCoghill, #AustralianPodcast, #ABCconversations

Picture a cantankerous bloke who speaks his mind about everything from new bridges to staying active after 70 – he did Everest Base Camp at 69, plans Annapurna at 71, and doesn't let bad knees stop him. Meet an ex-South African Aussie granddad with a no-bullshit vibe and big goals. This bluntly strange chat is funny, inspiring, and full of fire – hit play and get motivated.

Cantankerous Bloke Speaks His Mind (Then Some) – A Strangely Blunt Chat

Willy the busker spreads happiness like it’s his full-time job – because for him, it basically is. One minute he’s blasting Latin beats in Pitt Street Mall, the next he’s healing sick strangers in Chile and Israel with energy work, then finishing with an Elvis duet that turns strangers into mates. This busker life story is pure sunshine – hit play and let the joy take over.

Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience & daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers. 

It's conversations... with everyday people.

 

 

EPISODE SUMMARY

Meeting Willy the Busker in Pitt Street Mall

Tim spots Willy busking with a huge smile. He’s Guillermo from Chile, but everyone calls him Willy. He used to carry heavy keyboards for his Latin band Calibú in Canberra. Three years ago he went solo with backing tracks. Now he spreads happiness every day.

From Band to Solo Busker Spreading Happiness

Carrying gear got too hard as the band aged. So Willy wanted freedom. Now he travels light and plays Latin beats. Money is nice, but smiles matter more. For him, busker life stories are all about making people happy.

Healing People Across the World

Willy is also a JP and celebrant. One day a sick man in Chile asked for help. Willy used energy work. The man got better. Then an Israeli war pilot contacted him. Same story. Busker life stories sometimes include miracles.

The Elvis Moment

Willy ends every set with Elvis. Jon joins in for a verse of “Can’t Help Falling in Love”. Two strangers, one mic, pure magic. Busker life stories at their best.

Willy’s Vibe & Wrapping Up

Willy’s energy is warm and kind. He has zero ego. Busker life stories that heal and connect. This chat leaves you smiling from ear to ear.

 

Chapters

00:00 – Intro and meeting Willy busking in Pitt Street Mall
00:49 – From Latin band Calibú to solo busker life stories
02:30 – Money is nice, smiles are better
04:15 – Healing a Chilean man and Israeli war pilot
06:40 – JP and celebrant side hustle
08:14 – Spontaneous Elvis duet – farewell

 

Key Moments
Used to haul keyboards for Latin band – now solo and free
Willy the busker spreads happiness like it’s his full-time job
Healed a very sick Chilean man with energy work
Israeli war pilot contacted him – same healing story
JP and celebrant – adapts to help people everywhere
Spontaneous Elvis duet with Jon – pure joy
Happiest guy in Pitt Street Mall

 

Listen to the Full Conversation

Willy the busker spreads happiness like it’s his full-time job – Latin beats, healing miracles, Elvis duet. Pure gold. Listen now on your favourite platform

 

 

🎙️ Want more, Stranger?

Like the idea of story-collectors Tim Reid & Jon Coghill chatting to attendees at your next conference or event? Or maybe you'd like them to chat to strangers in your part of the world. Hit them up here.

📸  Join us behind-the-scenes

Follow the What a StrangerTold Me podcast madness on Instagram.

☎️  Got a story you'd love to share?

Call us +61 489 272 286. You've got a whopping 10-minutes, so sit back, take a big breath and go for gold.

👽  Don’t be a stranger

Got some feedback? Bring it on. Just be gentle. One of us has thin skin ;)

🤩  Who’s behind all this strangeness?

Made & Hosted by Tim Reid & Jon Coghill
Music Supervision by Dennis Feletto

 

#BuskerMakingPeopleHappy #LatinBusker #StreetMusician #HealingEnergy #ElvisDuet #PittStreetMall #BuskingLife #HappinessDealer #LatinMusic #WhataStrangerToldMe #StrangerStories #StorytellingPodcast #TimReid #JonCoghill #AustralianPodcast #ABCconversations

Willy the busker spreads happiness like it&rsquo;s his full-time job &ndash; because for him, it basically is. One minute he&rsquo;s blasting Latin beats in Pitt Street Mall, the next he&rsquo;s healing sick strangers in Chile and Israel with energy work, then finishing with an Elvis duet that turns strangers into mates. This busker life story is pure sunshine &ndash; hit play and let the joy take over.
Ready for some stranger stories? Personal stories of love, resilience &amp; daring unfold in this loveable podcast, as story-collectors&nbsp;<a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/about-what-a-stranger-told-me-podcast/">Tim Reid &amp; Jon Coghill</a> wander the streets of Australia (and sometimes a little further), microphone in hand, chatting to strangers.&nbsp;
It's conversations... with everyday people.
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EPISODE SUMMARY
Meeting Willy the Busker in Pitt Street Mall
Tim spots Willy busking with a huge smile. He&rsquo;s Guillermo from Chile, but everyone calls him Willy. He used to carry heavy keyboards for his Latin band Calib&uacute; in Canberra. Three years ago he went solo with backing tracks. Now he spreads happiness every day.
From Band to Solo Busker Spreading Happiness
Carrying gear got too hard as the band aged. So Willy wanted freedom. Now he travels light and plays Latin beats. Money is nice, but smiles matter more. For him, busker life stories are all about making people happy.
Healing People Across the World
Willy is also a JP and celebrant. One day a sick man in Chile asked for help. Willy used energy work. The man got better. Then an Israeli war pilot contacted him. Same story. Busker life stories sometimes include miracles.
The Elvis Moment
Willy ends every set with Elvis. Jon joins in for a verse of &ldquo;Can&rsquo;t Help Falling in Love&rdquo;. Two strangers, one mic, pure magic. Busker life stories at their best.
Willy&rsquo;s Vibe &amp; Wrapping Up
Willy&rsquo;s energy is warm and kind. He has zero ego. Busker life stories that heal and connect. This chat leaves you smiling from ear to ear.
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Chapters
00:00 &ndash; Intro and meeting Willy busking in Pitt Street Mall 00:49 &ndash; From Latin band Calib&uacute; to solo busker life stories 02:30 &ndash; Money is nice, smiles are better 04:15 &ndash; Healing a Chilean man and Israeli war pilot 06:40 &ndash; JP and celebrant side hustle 08:14 &ndash; Spontaneous Elvis duet &ndash; farewell
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Key Moments
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<li>Used to haul keyboards for Latin band &ndash; now solo and free</li>
<li>Willy the busker spreads happiness like it&rsquo;s his full-time job</li>
<li>Healed a very sick Chilean man with energy work</li>
<li>Israeli war pilot contacted him &ndash; same healing story</li>
<li>JP and celebrant &ndash; adapts to help people everywhere</li>
<li>Spontaneous Elvis duet with Jon &ndash; pure joy</li>
<li>Happiest guy in Pitt Street Mall</li>
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Listen to the Full Conversation
Willy the busker spreads happiness like it&rsquo;s his full-time job &ndash; Latin beats, healing miracles, Elvis duet. Pure gold. <a href="https://whatastrangertoldme.com/links/" data-copy-preserve="1">Listen now on your favourite platform</a>
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