Kiama Community Radio's Podcast

Jane and Karen discuss the pop culture news, the surprising number of books themed around cats, and why chic-lit ain't chic-lit anymore (and does it deserve its reputation, whatever it's called now?)   KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Karen and Campbell discuss books you wish you could re-experience for the very first time, then tour some of the spec fiction books that proved to be prescient, including their shared love of the works of William Gibson. KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Neil and Campbell welcome local celebrity and friend of the show, Dean Koorey, to the microphone to discuss flash fiction, copy writing, self-help books, and humour in fiction. KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Jane and Karen do a deep dive into the popularity of cookbooks, then segue into a discussion about cooking and food themed works of fiction.  Karen brings us some of the latest news from the world of neuroscience, and what it can tell us about the experience of reading. KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Neil and Di discuss the life and works of notable Australian author Charmian Clift, a Kiama local.  And they discuss book adaptations, and how the original work can be wildly re-interpretated. Examples range from The Great Gatsby to The Magic Faraway Tree.  KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Di brings us the low-down on libraries - and what are they good for.  Neil discusses PJ O'Rourke and books by other travel writers. Campbell talks about his favourite 'weird' (or 'WTF') books - from JB Ballard to the Roaches Have No King.   KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Jane, Di and Karen talk about their favourite 'comfort books' - easy reads you can pick up and re-read again and again. Karen talks about the Australian Literacy Foundation, and the mission to make reading more enjoyable for kids.   Jane and Di introduce us to dog-themed books! KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

At the June meeting of the Kiama Historical Society Peter Edwell presented a talk about the Great Archibald Controversy of 1944 which ended up in the Supreme Court, trying to decide whether or not William Dobell's (now) famous portrait of fellow artist Joshua Smith fit the definition of 'portrait'. Peter wrote a book about it: The Case that Stopped a Nation because it seriously was...

Host Gabi Cabral talks to Georgie Davey, aka Boss Lady Gee, from Serious About Socials. Her company builds social media and marketing digital ecosystems that promote local brands, using the latest technologies. KCR supports local businesses with Gabi's weekly segment The Shop Around the Corner, as part of Living Local, 9am Wednesday mornings.  Recorded 1.7.26 KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au...

The Romance edition! Hosts Karen Lateo & Campbell McConachie spend an hour talking to best selling author, Alyssa J. Montgomery, about everything to do with romance novels, including the importance of the HEA (Happily Ever After). KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Gabriela Cabral talks to Serena Copley, Liberal Party candidate for the State seat of Kiama. This interview was recorded as part of Gabi's weekly program Living Local 9am Wednesdays on KCR. Recorded 24.6.26 KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Host Gabriela Cabral chats with Pop Culture Etymologist Maria Lewis, who is currently a reporter with The Bugle as well as being a writer and filmmaker.  This interview was recorded as part of Gabi's weekly program Living Local, Wednesday mornings at 9am on KCR. Recorded 25.6.29 KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Felicity Leitch talks to Kylie and Quentin de Havilland from Black Diamond Truffles in Oberon about the Illawarra Truffle Trail on August 7th.  If you're a truffle tragic, hurry! because tickets are selling fast. This interview was recorded as part of KCR's Breakfast program , Mon-Fri 7am-9am on KCR.  Recorded 24.6.26 KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App...

Myron talks to Sean Walter, a former Kiama SLSC volunteer who has amped up his active life since retirement. In April he let his adventurous spirit loose in Nepal, spending the month trekking to Everest Base Camp.  This interview was recorded as part of KCR Breakfast 7-9am Mon- Fri, with Myron on Mondays. Listen online at KCR.org.au , or via your favourite streaming service.  KCR: live streaming a...

Felicity Leitch talks to Rhys Tyerman from Top Notch Locksmiths as part of KCR's regular segment The Shop Around the Corner supporting local businesses.  Felicity is sitting in for Gabriela Cabral who has a weekly program Living Local on KCR, Wednesday mornings at 9am.  Recorded 17.6.26.  KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Our special guest this week is Stuart Coupe, who talks about his long career in the music industry, and some of the many books he has authored including his most recent: Saffron Incorporated - The First King of the Cross. And hosts Neil Reilly and Campbell McConachie discuss their favourite true crime reads.    KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: adm...

Jason Beasley Hahn talks to Dr Christa Wood, President of Active Aging NSW . Recorded 16.6.26 as part of KCR Breakfast, Monday to Friday 7am to 9am, streaming on KCR.  KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Bernie Hems talks to Melinda Lawton about her new job, setting up the Illawarra Food Hub.  This interview was recorded on 17.6.26 as part of KCR Breakfast , Monday to Friday 7am to 9am, streaming on KCR.  KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Gabi meets Georgia Corbeski, manager of Endota Spa , a Kiama wellbeing and skin centre. We’ll learn about the rituals we mindfully embrace, and how to make real our positive intentions for mind, body and skin.  This is recorded as part of Gabi's weekly segment The Shop Around the Corner, supporting local businesses as part of her weekly program Living Local on KCR at 9am on Wednesdays.  Recor...

In recognition of Nation Reconciliation Week Gabriela Cabral talks to Wodi Wodi Elder Dr. Aunty Joyce Donovan. This interview was recorded as part of Gabi's weekly program Living Local on KCR, 9am Wednesdays.  Recorded 3.6.26 KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr.org.au

Gabriela Cabral talks to Reiki practitioner Nancie Clisby from Thirroul about a project she is involved in; the film Finding Your Path produced by Kiama local Wendy Saunders and screening this Tuesday at the Kiama Bowling Club. This interview was produced as part of Gabi's weekly program Living Local at 9am Wednesdays on KCR.  Recorded 3.6.26. KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiam...

Host Gabriela Cabral chats with local star surfer Lucy Darragh. The Gerringong athlete is the top-ranking surfer for her age in Australia and has just qualified to compete in the 2026 WSL Challenger Series. We'll chat about her journey in a traditionally male-dominated sport. This interview was recorded as part of Gabi's weekly program Living Local at 9am Wednesdays on KCR.  Recorded 27....

Host Neil and Di talk about recent and favourite holiday reads, including books by  Sally Helpworth, and Elif Shafak, and Neil reports back from the Sydney Writers Festival after hearing AC Grayling and Yann Martel speak. In the second half, Neil and Di speak to spoken word poet, Adara Enthaler, who talks about the history of slam poetry, and about winning the 2026 Grand Slam of the Bankstown Poet...

Guest Adara Enthaler talks to Di Ellison and Neil Reilly about poetry slams, including a live demonstration! Adara is a spoken work poet (among many other things) who performed in the Bankstown Poetry Slam Grand Slam in 2023 and 2024, and won in 2026 at the Sydney Opera House with her team In Other Words. KCR: live streaming at kcr.org.au or via the Kiama Community Radio App. Contact us: admin@kcr...

Jane and Campbell talk about their favourite historical novels including those of Hilary Mantel, James Clavell, Bernard Cornwell and Kate Grenville. And they chat to guest Clay Zane Comber, Kiama local, about his upcoming book release. Clay's first book book, 100 Remarkable Feats of Xander Maze , was shortlisted for the 2022 Prime Minister's Literary Awards. KCR: live streaming at kcr.or...