Blind Magic in Alice Springs

Morning, good afternoon, or good evening, wherever you are in the world. This is episode 1450 of Blind Magic, hosted by Murray Stewart from Alice Springs. In this personal check-in, Murray apologizes for his recent absence, shares updates about his health and everyday life, and reflects candidly on aging and adapting to change. The episode covers Murray’s recent decision to get hearing aids from H...

Wherever you are in the world. This is episode 1,449. It's Blind Magic in Alice Springs, and I am your presenter and host, Murray Stewart. In this solo episode Murray reflects on the recently struck Middle East peace deal, unpacking what’s at stake and what still needs to play out. He explores the central condition that keeps surfacing in negotiations — the complete disarmament of Hamas — and voic...

Episode 1,448 — Blind Magic in Alice Springs, hosted by Murray Stewart. In this solo episode Murray reflects on recent headlines and cultural touchstones, offering candid personal takes and a call for measured thinking. Murray opens by revisiting his comments about Taylor Swift from the previous episode, admitting he finds her persona and music unexciting and explaining his plain, unvarnished reac...

Join host Murray Stewart in episode 1,447 of Blind Magic from Alice Springs as he reflects on the global hullabaloo around Taylor Swift’s new album and the record-breaking 24-hour download surge — and explains why, personally, Swift simply doesn’t register for him. He shares candid thoughts on celebrity moments, including an awkward award encounter involving Celine Dion, and what he looks for in m...

Don't ever think you're powerless. Don't ever. Because you are not. In this episode the founder and President of the Alice Springs Ratepayers Association outlines a new motion calling on the Alice Springs Town Council to conduct a full safety audit of street and public trees ahead of the upcoming storm season. The speaker recounts a recent September 8 storm that brought down two trees in the CBD a...

In this episode the host and coach reflects on adaptation, resilience, and the power of exercise to combat negativity in education and society. Speaking from Alice Springs, he explains how embracing hot conditions and moderate altitude can boost red blood cell production and endurance, shares scientific and coaching perspectives on safely training in heat, and cites African runners as examples of...

In episode 1,444 the host delivers a passionate solo monologue about the influence of the education system on today’s children and the broader social consequences. The episode tackles how persistent doomsday messaging about the climate can sap hope, discourage young people from starting families and contribute to problems such as youth unrest. The presenter argues that fear-based teaching is havin...

Host Murray Stewart opens this episode with the formation of the brand-new Alice Springs Ratepayers Association — the first strong ratepayers' voice in the town in 44 years. Joined by co-presenter Hayley, Murray explains why the group was created and what it aims to achieve for local citizens. The episode focuses on the Association’s very first resolution: a call for the Alice Springs Town Council...

In Episode 1442 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs, host Murray Stewart returns after a break to discuss his recent work forming the Alice Springs Ratepayers Association and the broader cultural battle he sees unfolding in schools and society. In a solo episode, Murray shares personal stories about his children and grandchildren, recounts confronting a school activity he felt crossed a line, and expl...

welcome to everyone, wherever you are in the world, because wow, there are some places in the world that are tragedy-stricken. In this episode of Help Me Out Here, Hayley (episode 1,441) speaks directly and passionately about global conflict, gratitude, and the blessings of living in Australia. Hayley reflects on the heartbreaking realities faced by people born into war-torn regions across Africa...

Hosted by Murray Stewart, this episode is a personal tribute to Queen Elizabeth II, named by Murray as his person of the century so far. He reflects on her lifelong humility, dignity, and the quiet strength she embodied despite great wealth and global prominence. Murray weaves together vivid personal anecdotes that illustrate the overwhelming power of nature — a childhood moment at Taronga Park Zo...

It's Blind Magic in Alice Springs with Murray Stewart, episode 1439, a Blind Magic Communications production. In this reflective monologue Murray explores the paradox of beauty and danger in the natural world and in human life, using vivid examples — a hill fire’s evening glow, a stoic lion, migrating whales, and a baby saltwater crocodile held at Crocodylus Park in Darwin — to show how things tha...

In episode 1,400, host Murray Stewart shares a candid, heartfelt declaration: at 62 years old he’s decided to "release the shackles" and finally pursue long‑held ambitions. Murray reflects on missed opportunities, the practical barriers that held him back (especially money), and the small but decisive steps he’s now taking to change course. Topics covered include Murray’s personal reinvention, rec...

Magic Communications production, but it's Blind Magic in Alice Springs, most importantly, and I am your presenter and host, Murray Stewart. In this episode (1437) Murray opens with a personal mission: tackling male suicide and domestic violence by talking about the many good men in our communities and the crisis facing men today. The episode covers stark statistics — including that around 80% of t...

Host Murray Stewart leads a powerful solo conversation about the rising tide of youth violence across Australia and the Western world, sharing a simple, practical proposal to begin restoring safety and hope within communities. In this episode Murray argues that change starts at home — at your dining table — and outlines a step-by-step family exercise designed to reveal and resolve the worries that...

Murray describes his emotions upon Charlie Kirk's murder and what can be done.

Episode 1434 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs is hosted by Murray Stewart, who opens with a passionate reaction to recent political upheaval in Australia and a tragic event in the United States. Murray centers the show on the controversial sacking of Jacinta Nampajika-Price (referred to in the episode as a strong, territory-raised politician from Alice Springs) and the consequences he believes will...

I am your presenter and host, Murray Stewart. In episode 1433 of Blind Magic broadcast from Alice Springs, Murray reacts to Apple's latest product announcements and shares his thoughts on the brand-new iPhone Air and other releases. The episode covers Apple’s overnight launch, highlighting the iPhone Air’s ultra-sleek, compact design and drawing playful comparisons to Italian fashion and cars. Mur...

Episode 1,432 of Blind Magic is hosted by Murray Stewart with participation from Hayley. The episode opens with a raw response to recent deaths in Melbourne — the stabbing of two young boys returning from basketball practice — and traces the host’s immediate concerns about rising violence and community safety. Stewart focuses on what he describes as disruption and ill will within parts of the Sout...

In episode 1431 of Blind Magic, host Murray Stewart reacts to the recent mayoral election and announces the creation of the Alice Springs Ratepayers Association. Murray explains why he decided to form the group, outlines its purpose, and describes the posture it will take toward Council policy and local projects. Topics covered include the election outcome (Murray supported candidate Ellie Melke a...

Episode 1430 of Blind Magic in Alice Springs features host Murray Stewart, who shares his lifelong commitment to activism on behalf of people with disabilities. In this deeply personal episode Murray recounts his early years — he and his brother were among the first disabled children accepted into mainstream schools in New South Wales — and describes the long campaigns that followed. Murray outlin...

Episode 1428 — Blind Magic in Alice Springs with host Murray Stewart. In this episode Murray recounts a vivid 2021 memory coaching junior athlete James Swayo to a dramatic win in the Australian U17 400m championships and uses that story to explore the power and responsibility coaches have over young athletes. Topics covered include: the fine line between intense coaching and harmful radicalization...

Murray talks about unfinished business.

Murray talks about people who push it to their limit.

Murray continues to be frustrated about the slowness of the count in the mayoral election in Alice Springs