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.
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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.
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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
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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>
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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>
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<hr>
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🎙️ 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

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

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.