Episodes
ON TODAY'S SHOW
A wrap of a WONDERFUL weekend at the Sorrento Writers Fest
Caro's story with Jeremy Finlayson
A discussion on Vanity Fair
Podcast recommendations
We review Mornington Peninsula Pinot Noir
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. This week: Mornington Peninsula Estate pinot noir
Moorooduc Estate Pinot Noir 2020
Peninsula Pinot Noir 2023 - Crittenden Estate
Yabby Lake Vineyard Pinot Noir 2022
BSF - brought to us by Red...
Published 05/01/24
ON TODAY'S SHOW
It's our live recording from the Sorrento Writers Fest!
We were delighted to have Marg Downey join us for a chat
Anna from the Op Shop for BSF
We discuss the significance of ANZAC Day
Plus another very special guest... Dame Edna lives on!
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. As we project forward to our special raffle prizes which includes some stunning local wine packages Corrie and Caro briefly review our PWS Pinot...
Published 04/24/24
Hear Myles' recommendations on the Cocktail Cabinet. He'll have more for us in episode 308!
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Published 04/22/24
ON TODAY’S SHOW
The tragic events at Bondi Junction
Francesca Carter joins the show to discuss the emotional heaviness in Ballarat right now
A deep-dive review of Scoop – on Netflix
Caro’s review of Richard Clapton – he hasn’t lost it!
Patrick Dangerfield’s leadership at the AFLPA
And we look ahead to the Sorrento Writers Festival
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. This week: Wedding Anniversary Sparkling celebration
BSF brought to us by Red Energy...
Published 04/15/24
Myles Thomson joins us to discuss Autumn wines!
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Published 04/09/24
ON TODAY’S SHOW
- Gather Round – everywhere you walk someone has a smile on their face!
- Sam Mostyn’s appointment as the Governor-General
- The latest with the Bruce Lehrmann case
- We turn our focus to music – including our thoughts on Beyonce’s new album and Tina Arena’s performance last Wednesday
- Daylight Savings – how did you spend the extra hour?
ITEM 1: Gather Round in Adelaide – Caro’s wrap
- As successful as the 2023 inaugural...
Published 04/09/24
It's Gather Round - so let's celebrate Adelaide Wines!
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Published 04/04/24
ON TODAY’S SHOW:
- The Bruce Lehrmann case – what a stuff up!
- The Mamamia report and the impact/future of influencers
- Corrie’s exciting news
- Do you prefer Christmas or Easter?
- Footy news and milestones
- And we dip our lid to Diana Ross, who turned 80 last week
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. This week: In celebration of Gather Round, Myles discusses Adelaide wines
Michael Hall Mount Torrens - Adelaide...
Published 04/02/24
ON TODAY’S SHOW:
Easter preparation & tips – Haigs chocolate, swim in the ocean, feed your garden, bite the bullet for your summer clothes
What’s on this week?
Kate Middleton’s cancer diagnosis & how it was announced
Easter wines
The passing of Laurent de Brunhoff
Caro has become a member of the … Tassie Devils!
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. This week: Easter wines
With white fish: Chalmers Mother Block White Blend
With lamb:...
Published 03/26/24
This week, Myles Thomson discusses Portuguese wine.
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Published 03/20/24
ON TODAY’S SHOW
- Kate Middleton – what’s going on!?
- Caro celebrated her nephew’s wedding – and it was a wonderful week!
- We discussed Caro’s piece on ‘The Football Whisperer’, Neil Balme – and the importance of having great people like him around a football club
- Corrie’s frustration with Tupperware
- Why Caro got kicked out of a pub!
- The impact of the Tasmania – and why Caro is so passionate about it
- Why comments...
Published 03/19/24
This week we focus on the Yarra Valley region with Myles Thomson from Prince Wine Store.
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Published 03/14/24
On this week’s episode:
- A special guest joins us for BSF – Caro’s daughter, Clementine!
- Caro and Corrie’s thoughts on the Sam Kerr story
- The Academy Awards – was it one of the best in recent memory?
- Private schools & the recent stories from Louise Milligan and Jordan Baker
- The Princess Catherine photo scandal
- And what’s the hottest issue in footy this week?
Reminder: You are invited to our next live show!
• Wednesday, April 24...
Published 03/12/24
Hear from Myles Thomson with some more recommendations for us as we come into Autumn.
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Published 03/06/24
Reminder: You are invited to our next live show!
Wednesday, April 24 (5:30pm for a 6pm start)
Sorrento Portsea RSL
$40.00 per ticket
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ON THIS WEEK’S EPISODE:
- We discuss episode 300 – thanks to those who came along and for your feedback
- Caro describes a ‘bizarre’ film which created a discussion – which animal would you like to be?
- Why Caro loves the Melbourne Garden Festival
- Corrie recommends Fran Lebowitz – ‘Pretend It’s a City’ – a love letter...
Published 03/05/24
There were some fabulous recommendations and reviews for Book, Screen and Film this week - here's the full chat with Caro, Corrie and Anna Barry.
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Published 03/03/24
Myles Thompson joined us live at Bell Hotel for our 300th show celebration, hear his recommendations!
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Published 03/03/24
Hear our full interview with Essendon coach, Brad Scott and legendary AFL journalist, Mike Sheahan, from our live event at Bells Hotel for the 300th episode of Don't Shoot The Messenger.
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Published 03/02/24
A wonderful celebration for our 300th show! We thank you all for being part of the Don't Shoot the Messenger family.
Please forgive us for any inconsistencies with audio during this recording of the live show at Bells Hotel.
Reminder: You are invited to our next live show!
Wednesday, April 24 (5:30pm for a 6pm start)
Sorrento Portsea RSL
$40.00 per ticket
BOOK HERE
On this week's show:
Essendon FC coach, Brad Scott and legendary journalist in the world of the AFL, Mike Sheahan.
Hear...
Published 03/01/24
COCKTAIL CABINET – PrinceWineStore.com.au – Bringing Melburnians, the greatest wine in the world.
Myles from Prince Wine Store gives us some great ideas for what we can have to drink for the start of the footy season.
Beer: Kaiju Cerveza Crisp Lager
White wine: Deep Woods Estate Sauvignon Blanc
Red wine: Handpicked Regional Selection Mclaren Vale Shiraz
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Published 02/20/24
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Caro talks about her recent trip to Sydney and her art experiences, while Corrie shares about On...
Published 02/19/24
COCKTAIL CABINET – PrinceWineStore.com.au – Bringing Melburnians, the greatest wine in the world.
This week Myles gives us some fantastic rum ideas! He's highlighted the Husk Agricole Rum you could use in a Caipirinha cocktail, as well as The Rum Diary's Cocos Nucifera.
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Published 02/14/24
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Caro and Corrie reflect on the two Mitchells from this week's news: Harold Mitchell's passing and...
Published 02/13/24
COCKTAIL CABINET – PrinceWineStore.com.au – Bringing Melburnians, the greatest wine in the world.
This week: Myles brings us two lovely recommendations for you and your loved one ahead of Valentine's Day.
Ata Rangi Crimson Pinot Noir
Domaine Chanzy Bourgogne Chardonnay
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Published 02/07/24