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EP150 - So What's Been Happening? - Time to Check In

EP150 - So What's Been Happening? - Time to Check In
Good evening, everybody. Tonight, it is Tuesday, the 10th of September, and we have finally reached the milestone, episode 150 of So What's Been Happening. An exciting time for us as we launch a mental health initiative. We had a chat with Jack Davis from It's Cool to Cry about life, his social enterprise, and raising money for mental health charities and institutions.
We'll discuss various topics including anxiety, feeling flat, depression, job loss, relationship breakups, and how to stay positive. Jack Davis shares valuable insights and personal experiences, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging our feelings, seeking help, and supporting each other.
Join us for an honest and heartfelt conversation aimed at normalizing mental health discussions. Remember, it's okay to be vulnerable, and it's crucial to talk about our mental health. Tune in and find out how you can take small steps towards a healthier mental state.

EP149 - So What's Been Happening? - Keegan Hall

EP149 - So What's Been Happening? - Keegan Hall
Keegan describes his art as "Making magic with a pencil. Doing what they said I couldn't."
It's hard to believe that almost three years have passed and nearly 100 episodes since our last conversation with Keegan Hall. We have expanded our Keegan Hall art collection with two amazing prints featuring the Beatles and Jimi Hendrix, which are original hand-drawn masterpieces. We're excited to catch up with Keegan and discuss what he's been up to, as well as his future artistic challenges. We will discuss Kobe Bryant, Larry Bird, Tiger Woods, The Beatles, Jimi Hendrix and what's next for Keegan Hall.
Join us for a live streaming event on YouTube at 10:00 am on Monday, September 9th AEST, and 5:00 pm on Sunday, September 8th PDT. Feel free to join the conversation at any time, and you can also drop a comment with a question for Keegan. We will make sure to ask him during the chat.

EP148 - So What's Been Happening? - It's Now Or Never

EP148 - So What's Been Happening? - It's Now Or Never
Get ready for Week 1 of the 2024 AFL FINALS SERIES! We'll be discussing and predicting the winners and losers of the four games.
Join the hilarious virtual discussion as one of the boys places an outrageous bet on Carlton's final performance against Brisbane! With tattoo stakes and lively banter, this episode is packed with laughs and unexpected twists. Will Carlton win, and who will be sporting new ink?
We delve into the emotional dynamics of friendships in sports and how players cope with the pain of losing. Discover the thoughts of athletes on camaraderie and resilience during challenging moments in their careers.
Join us for a LIVE chat on Facebook and Youtube with the team at 8:00pm AEST on Wednesday, 4th September. Don't miss out!

EP147 - So What's Been Happening? - Ben Chamie from Restless Leg

EP147 - So What's Been Happening? - Ben Chamie from Restless Leg
Restless Leg are back with a brand new album on the new label Sinister Porpoise Records (a new music imprint of the label Love As Fiction Records which has reissued albums by Ammonia, Bluebottle Kiss, Big Heavy Stuff and The Panics).
The band released their self-titled debut in 2013 and follow-up album Some Kind of Restless in 2017. Restless Leg’s third album Dream Buffet combined Flying Nun indie rock, Velvet Underground inspired drone and shambolic Pavement-tinged country and was released in June 2021 to widespread acclaim.
FOR FANS OF: The Velvet Underground, The Bats, Twerps, The Shins
Join us for a LIVE chat on Youtube with Ban Chamie from Restless Leg from 8:00pm AEST Tuesday 3rd September

EP146 - So What's Been Happening? - Willie J Maxwell

EP146 - So What's Been Happening? - Willie J Maxwell
Willie Maxwell's musical journey is a testament to his deep-rooted passion for blues. Growing up immersed in a mix of iconic rock sounds, he picked up his first guitar at just 5 years old. By 13, he was already leading his first band, exploring genres like metal and hard rock before circling back to his true love, the blues. Now, as a solo artist, Willie J infuses classic blues tunes with his signature high-energy rock vibe and original creations. Don't miss out on hearing his soulful vocals and impressive guitar skills at a venue close to you very soon. 🎸
Join me for a chat Live on Facebook and YouTube with WIllie from 8.00pm AEST Tuesday 27th August.
#BluesMusic #Musician #Guitarist #williejmaxwell #sowhatsbeenhappening

EP145 - So What's Been Happening? - No Holds Barred

EP145 - So What's Been Happening? - No Holds Barred
The 2024 Paris Olympics has come and gone and it was a memorable one, from Turkish Yusef, to Algeria's Khelif, Aussie Raygun, who can forget the polevaulter with the package, it's certain given us plenty to discuss. In the AFL, what the hell is going on down at Melbourne FC.... It's one drama after another this year, disgruntled players, coach on the outer, drug allegations, in fighting .... a massive fall from contender to pretender and some questions need answers. The implosion of the Blues, Bombers and Magpies, will the run of losses continue for the Swannies. The uprising of the Power, effervescent Cats, hungry Lions and Giants Who's fallen and who's about to rise from the ashes. It's all about the Hawks this week, can they continue their destructive ways and take care of the dustless Tiggs, Flagmantle are back and the Doggies now look ominous once again from once seemingly unlikely contenders. Plenty more to discuss, its a no holds barred Trump style debate ready to be unleashed on Thursday 15th August 2024 from 8.00pm AEST, Tune in LIVE.

EP144 - So What's Been Happening? - Wren Bellette

EP144 - So What's Been Happening? - Wren Bellette
After over a decade of writing songs for bands, Melbourne-based Americana singer and songwriter Wren Bellette finally decided to go solo and perform under her own name. Wren Bellette started her songwriting and performing journey in Americana outfit The Heggarties and ended up becoming their principal songwriter and singer. The band released an EP and a self-titled album, performed at the 2018 Tamworth Country Music Festival and travelled to perform at the Americana Festival in Nashville, Tennessee on two occasions. In 2018 they won the People’s Choice Award for Best Country Act at the South Australia Music Awards.
Wren left the band in early 2019 and in September of that year started her own group Wren & The Restless Few, entering the studio the same year to begin recording This Love Will Die. The release is finally ready and her debut country-soul album This Love Will Die on August 16th and launch at The Retreat Hotel in Brunswick on Saturday 17th August, with guest Nathan Seeckts.
For fans of: The Audreys, Frazey Ford, Bobbie Gentry, Jaime Wyatt
Join me for a chat with Wren and a few live tunes on the show via Facebook and Youtube live from 8.00pm AEST, See you then.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zCZCZ2CEuG4&t=36s

EP143 - So What's Been Happening? - The Race for the TOP 8

EP143 - So What's Been Happening? - The Race for the TOP 8 
Who stays and who goes, we try and predict where your AFL team is at and where they will be at the end of the season, who are the big winners and who are the big losers here. Have the umpires lost their way? Is the game too hard to adjudicate live and is it getting to the point where its a hard watch.
See you at 8.00pm AEST Wednesday 10th July 2024 LIVE chat on Facebook and Youtube, join in the chat anytime.

EP142 - So What's Been Happening? - Jimi Beavis - The Wicked Messenger

EP142 - So What's Been Happening? - Jimi Beavis - The Wicked Messenger
Brisbane duo The Wicked Messenger release 'No Worries', the third single from their forthcoming album Corner of Hampstead & Dornoch, out June 21st.
FOR FANS OF: Wilco, Hiss Golden Messenger, Belle & Sebastian, Teenage Fanclub
Blending wistful folk, alt-country rhythms and mellow twang, The Wicked Messenger is a collaboration of Meanjin/Brisbane musicians - Jimi Beavis (The Holy Rollercoasters, Jimi Beavis) and Janey McEniery (The Good Ship, Doch), who draw on a cast of local musicians to bring their songs to life in the studio and on stage. Following a 2019 EP, the pair released their debut album Bellbird Grove in 2021, featuring the singles 'Roll Call', 'I Am Here' and 'You Don't Love Me Anymore' and receiving airplay on 4ZZZ, FBi, 3RRR and Double J. "It is whimsical, thoughtful and lilting, carrying the listener into its story and message." Sunburnt Country Music
Join us LIVE on Wednesday 12th June from 8.00pm AEST on Facebook and Youtube.

EP141 - So What's Been Happening? - Adam Gibson - The Aerial Maps

EP141 - So What's Been Happening? - Adam Gibson - The Aerial Maps
Sydney group The Aerial Maps release 'Any Summer Day', the second single from their forthcoming new album Our Sunburnt Dream (June 21st).
FOR FANS OF: The Hummingbirds, Paul Kelly, The Go-Betweens, The Triffids
With winter fast approaching in the Southern Hemisphere and the winter woollies being dragged out and heaters being activated, Sydney band The Aerial Maps thought it would be the perfect time to release a song that celebrates the Australian summer to offer joyous reminder that soon the beach will beckon again.
"Singer Adam Gibson is the uncrowned poet laureate of Australia with his poignant reflections of the minutiae of everyday life." Backseat Mafia
Join us LIVE on Monday 10th June from 8.00pm AEST on Facebook and Youtube.