Eastside Radio 89.7FM
Drive
Drive time is the soundtrack to your journey home. On air every day 4-6 pm, your five Drive presenters bring you an eclectic mix of music and great interviews. You will get breaking news as well the latest from activists, politicians, academics, social commentators and musicians. You'll hear about the great events happening around Sydney and most of all some great music from contemporary Americana and African music to electronic and Jazz.
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Jul 6, 2026
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Episodes
2026 Winter Olympics 16.02.2026 28:49
Dr Steve Georgakis, a senior lecturer in matters related to sport and sports science at Sydney University discusses with Alan Field on Monday Drive issues that surround the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano-Cortina, the athletes, the organisation, and more. [...] Read More... from 2026 Winter Olympics
Overweight and Obesity in Australia 16.02.2026 26:03
Dr James Kelly, a local GP, joined Alan Field on Monday Drive to discuss a growing issue in Australia; overweight and obesity. He chatted about methods of dealing with the issue, and discussed the wave of new drugs being used to address it. [...] Read More... from Overweight and Obesity in Australia
Brett Weymark & Elizabeth Scott; World Leaders in Choral Music 16.02.2026 37:25
Alan Field was honoured to welcome Brett Weymark OAM and Dr Elizabeth Scott into the Bondi Studio during Monday Drive to have a chat about the 2026 season of the Sydney Philharmonia Choirs. They spoke at length about the Choirs, their musical passions, and their Australian and international program for the year. They also gave [...] Read More... from Brett Weymark & Elizabeth Scott; World Lead...
Snr Australian of the Year 2026: Prof Henry Brodaty 09.02.2026 14:39
The newly minted Senior Australian of the Year for 2026 Prof Henry Brodaty hounoured Alan Field with a chat on Monday Drive about his award and his work [...] Read More... from Snr Australian of the Year 2026: Prof Henry Brodaty
Bondi Tribute 30.12.2025 10:55
A personal tribute to the Bondi community following the terrorist attack on Sunday 14 December at Bondi Beach, compiled and aired by Alan Field on Monday Drive. [...] Read More... from Bondi Tribute
Allegra Spender MP 01.12.2025 27:33
Having broken up following the last sitting session of the Federal Parliament for this year, Allegra Spender, Independent Member for Wentworth, dropped into the Bondi Studio to chat with Alan Field on Monday Drive about what’s been happening in Canberra, and what the new year has in store. [...] Read More... from Allegra Spender MP
Behind the Reversal: Trump changes his tune on the House Vote to release 25.11.2025 22:12
Donald Trump has a big headache for with his constituents. He has worked to prevent the release all year of potential files that might damage his supporter base. But he’s just reversed this stand to support the House of Representatives. So what’s his latest ploy? David Barr talks to Dr Harry Melkonian from the US [...] Read More... from Behind the Reversal: Trump changes his tune on th...
Dangerous Freedom: The Hidden Risks of Kids on E-Bikes 25.11.2025 17:19
In September an 8 year old in Queensland was killed riding an e-bike. This highlights the fact that there is no limit placed on who can ride an e-bike. Nor are there any requirements for rider education or insurance. David Barr talks to Milad Haghani from Melbourne University about the void in regulation and the [...] Read More... from Dangerous Freedom: The Hidden Risks of Kids on E-Bikes
Music Legend Joe Camilleri reflects on his career and endeavours 17.11.2025 30:32
Joe Camilleri, the Maltese-born Australian music legend of bands such as The Black Sorrows, Jo Jo Zep & The Falcons and the Revelators has had a profound impact on the nation’s music scene. His unique style of soul, rhythm and blues and rock n’ roll had captured the attention of Australia and New Zealand for [...] Read More... from Music Legend Joe Camilleri reflects on his career...
WITCH 10.11.2025 8:56
Once upon a time in 1970s Zambia, WITCH (We Intend To Cause Havoc) turned fuzz pedals and freedom into a movement. Their blend of psychedelic rock, garage funk, blues, and Zambian rhythms defined Zamrock – raw, rebellious, and alive. Now, decades later, original frontman Jagari Chanda and keyboardist Patrick Mwondela return with a fierce new [...] Read More... from WITCH
Yaron Hallis swings Leonard Cohen into gypsy Jazz 04.11.2025 22:31
MONSIEUR CAMEMBERT, the gypsy jazz fusion band will be celebrating the music of Leonard Cohen at the State Theatre on 8 November. David Barr talks to founder Yaron Hallis about the concert. [...] Read More... from Yaron Hallis swings Leonard Cohen into gypsy Jazz
Harmony & Heat: Lyn Bowtell’s Jazz Adventure with Monsieur Camembert 02.11.2025 6:42
In this episode, we chat with the incredible Australian singer-songwriter Lyn Bowtell about her upcoming performance with the acclaimed world-jazz ensemble Monsieur Camembert in Sydney. Lyn shares insights into the creative collaboration and what audiences can expect from this special concert. [...] Read More... from Harmony & Heat: Lyn Bowtell’s Jazz Adventure with Monsieur Camembert
Eric Bogle opens up on his australian anthem song 28.10.2025 23:16
and the band played waltzing Matilda – a song that has been rated in the top 30 of all australian songs. David Barr talks to the grand troubadour about his music and that song. Eric Bogle has been touring across the country recently. [...] Read More... from Eric Bogle opens up on his australian anthem song
Kellie Sloane, MP 27.10.2025 26:12
NSW Liberal Member for Vaucluse in the Legislative Assembly, and Shaddow Health Minister, Kellie Sloane MP, dropped in to the Bondi studio for a chat with Alan Field on Monday Drive. She discusses her pre-politics broadcasting life, her motivation for politics, and some of the issues she’s dealing with in the State parliament. [...] Read More... from Kellie Sloane, MP
Bronte Campbell OAM 20.10.2025 28:07
Bronte Campbell is a four-time Olympian, a triple Olympic gold medalist and a former World Champion in the 50m and 100m freestyle. She spoke with Alan Field on Monday Drive about her swimming and her post swimming life [...] Read More... from Bronte Campbell OAM
Prof Clara Chow 20.10.2025 21:31
Prof Chow, one of Australia’s leading cardiologists and a pioneer in preventive cardiology, talks to Alan Field on Monday Drive about differences between male and female heart symptoms, diagnoses and treatments. [...] Read More... from Prof Clara Chow
Dr Bronwyn Reid O’Connor 13.10.2025 22:00
Dr Reid O’Connor laments to Alan Field on Monday Drive the lack of senior school students choosing to study higher levels of mathematics for the HSC, and what the implications are [...] Read More... from Dr Bronwyn Reid O’Connor
A/Prof Bruce Isaacs 13.10.2025 23:48
Prof Isaacs shared his concerns with Alan Field on Monday Drive about the impact AI is having on the film industry. [...] Read More... from A/Prof Bruce Isaacs
Allegra Spender MP, Member for Wentworth 13.10.2025 21:32
Allegra Spender spend some time with Alan Field on Monday Drive to chat about the current issues of the day, including Freedom of Information proposed amendments, and local content requirements for streaming companies, amongst other matters. [...] Read More... from Allegra Spender MP, Member for Wentworth
Prof Matthew England 08.10.2025 20:52
Alan Field is joined on Monday Drive by Professor Matthew England, Professor of Oceanography at the University of New South Wales, to discuss the variations in ocean temperatures and global warming. [...] Read More... from Prof Matthew England
Upside Down Fantasyland: Troy Rogers on Turning Journey into Performance 19.09.2025 4:53
“Troy smashed my heart into a million pieces and then he put it back together again” is what viewers have said after attending Upside Down Fantasyland at Festivals across the country. Troy Rogers is a musician, poet, and artist who joined Tony on Drive Thursday to discuss his upcoming one-man show at the Sydney Fringe [...] Read More... from Upside Down Fantasyland: Troy Rogers on Turn...
Prof Eddie Holmes 15.09.2025 21:44
Prof Eddie Holmes, the Sydney University award winning virologist who first published the genomic sequence of the virus giving rise to COVID-19 discussed the world of viruses on Monday Drive with Alan Field. [...] Read More... from Prof Eddie Holmes
Allegra Spender MP 15.09.2025 29:34
Allegra Spender spent some time chatting to Alan Field on Monday Drive to discuss progress on climate change, aged care packages, social cohesion and reforming tax in the pub! [...] Read More... from Allegra Spender MP
Prof Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, AO 08.09.2025 31:51
On Monday Drive, Alan Field chatted in the Bondi studio with one of Australia’s most remarkable cultural leaders, composers, sopranos, educators, and Yorta Yorta women. [...] Read More... from Prof Deborah Cheetham Fraillon, AO
Jon Shapiro: Is digital currency really for the better? 05.09.2025 11:53
Former Eastside Identity Jon Shapiro was a presenter on Friday Drive, secretary to the Board and as a lawyer, a legal enthusiast with a passion for social justice and equality. The question of legal tender has been weighing on his mind since 2019 when indications first became apparent that cash may no longer not be [...] Read More... from Jon Shapiro: Is digital currency really for the better?
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