Best James McKenzie Podcasts (2025)

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The Secret Navy and Their Hunt for a Nazi Sub 36:06

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How do you catch an enemy’s submarine … and then make it vanish? That’s what the U.S. Navy’s elusive Tenth Fleet planned, as it tracked down Germany’s U-505 submarine. The mission came right before the Allies ran ashore on the beaches of Normandy in World War II. Historian Alexander Rose draws on long classified documents and intercepted transmissi…

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Episode 60: Jumping on the Heat Training Bandwagon 1:21:52

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Welcome to Episode 60 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Vlad Ixel, and Brodie Nankervis and covers everyone's recent training, including a lengthy discussion on why Brodie and Sim have both started including ‘overdressed’ heat training in their weeks. Keep listeni…

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EconTalk #1000 (with Russ Roberts) 1:08:49

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In honor of EconTalk's 1,000th episode, host Russ Roberts reflects on his long, strange journey from pioneer of the podcast format to weekly interviewer of leading economists, authors, and thinkers. Hear him answer your--and Chat GPT's--questions about why he got started, how he preps, and how he picks guests. He also explains why debate gave way t…

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Targeting the Ticket Episode 5! 46:48

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Welcome to Episode 5 of Targeting the Ticket where we are following Nathan Pearce, Bridget Lunn and Toby Lang through their seasons at Golden Trail National Series. With the third race of the series next Saturday at The Coastal Ascent, hear how Nathan, Bridget and Toby have been training in the past 6 weeks and their thoughts leading into this all …

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Demi Caldwell: From Pro Triathlon to Trail Running Podiums 1:05:47

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From elite soccer fields to the snowy slopes of Japan and Canada, Demi Caldwell’s athletic journey is as diverse as it is impressive. After years of competitive soccer and back-to-back winters skiing around the globe, Demi found her stride in triathlon, quickly rising to win age-group titles and earning her professional card at Melbourne's Ironman …

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Singer and Songwriter Madam Nightingale

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Madam Nightingale joins us at 3CR. Madam Nightingale (@madamnightingale) • Instagram photos and videosBy Madam Nightingale with James McKenzie

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Soldier Boy Director Beng Oh

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Soldier Boy director Beng Oh interview. Soldier Boy is in the 2025 VCE Theatre and Drama Syllabus. Plays at Theatre Works, St Kilda, Melbourne, 19 June to 5 July. Soldier Boy | Theatre WorksBy Beng Oh with James McKenzie

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Zoe McKenzie on everything that went wrong and whether a gender quota could help the Liberals 30:42

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We're joined by Liberal Zoe McKenzie who was elected to the Melbourne electorate of Flinders in 2022. She joins us to talk about the Liberal party future.By The Conversation

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116 | Bonus ep! 'Cold Truth' Live with Ashley & James 1:00:52

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If you missed hearing Ashley and James live in conversation at the launch of Cold Truth, we've got the full event recording for you here, complete with fake nazi invasions, terrifying cybercrime stats, and the satisfying crunch of James being forced to try genuine Manitoban dill pickle chips. Thanks to local bookseller Roaring Stories for hosting t…

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How Are Shifting Priorities Impacting National Security in America? 29:18

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Most Americans would agree that the United States should be protected, but from whom … and how? Dr. Donell Harvin, the former Chief of Homeland Security and Intelligence for the District of Columbia, says the U.S. is taking its eye off the ball - focusing its large domestic intelligence apparatus in a direction that is politically expedient, but no…

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Episode 59: Running Rebuilds and Mental Tactics for Pre-Race Nerves. 1:24:11

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Welcome to Episode 59 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick, Jess Jason and James Sieber and covers James’ running rebuild from injury, Jess’ post race recovery, and a discussion around how to deal with the overwhelm that can come with race environments. Also covered i…

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Nature vs. Nurture (with Paul Bloom) 1:07:44

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How much of our success or failure is written in our genes? How much is under our control? Is it nature or nurture or is that dichotomy too simplistic? Hear EconTalk's Russ Roberts and psychologist Paul Bloom discuss why the nature vs. nurture question is actually worth taking seriously and how by understanding it we can help ourselves and others.…

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Beth McKenzie Post Race Interview: 2025 UTA 100km 43:31

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We're joined by the UTA 100km 2nd place Beth McKenzie to chat about her eventful leadup to the race and then how the race unfolded. Beth shares her strategy, key learnings, and what is coming up in the season ahead! ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!*** Th…

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Mike Carroll Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 100km 45:12

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We're joined by the UTA 100km 2nd place Mike Carroll to chat about his preparations for UTA and how the race unfolded. Mike shares an overview of his journey through trail running to date, dives deep into his training for this race and more generally, and discusses the balance of training, life and family! ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at https://b…

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Caitlin Fielder Post Race interview: 2025 UTA 50km 24:57

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We're joined by UTA50km winner Caitlin Fielder to talk UTA lead up, race tactics and the season ahead. ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!*** Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits! Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, quest…

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Dan Jones Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 50km 25:10

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We're joined by the UTA 50km winner Dan Jones to unpack his race from start to finish. Hear Dan's goals coming into the race in light of his upcoming run at Western States, how it played out, and what the rest of the year will look like for Dan. ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exc…

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Quinton Gill Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 100 mile 35:09

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We’re joined by the UTA 100 mile 2nd place Quinton Gill to unpack his race from start to finish. Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standoutpodium battles ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at Bix’s website for 20% off Bix products, ex…

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Meg Bullen Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 100 mile 28:32

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We’re joined by the UTA 100-mile winner Meghann Bullen to unpack her race from start to finish. Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standout runs. ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at Bix’s website for 20% off Bix products, exclusive t…

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Jim Chalmers on keeping Australia out of recession amid the 'dark shadow' of global instability 21:31

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From super changes to avoiding recession, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers joins the podcast to discuss the government's priorities when Parziament returns in July. Mentioned in this episode: How Australian Democracy Works 'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good book stores.…

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Ben Duffus Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 22km 29:27

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We’re joined by the UTA 22km 2nd place Ben Duffus to unpack his race from start to finish. Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standout head-to-heads. ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at Bix’s website for 20% off Bix products, exclusi…

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Jessie Speedy Post-Race Interview: 2025 UTA 22km 23:09

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We’re joined by the UTA 22km winner Jessie Speedy to unpack her race from start to finish. Hear how it played out, what shaped their performance, and where they’re headed next. Enjoy a front-row seat and an inspiring look into one of this year’s standout runs. ***Don’t forget, use code PPP at Bix’s website for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP…

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Jim Chalmers on keeping Australia out of recession amid the 'dark shadow' of global instability 21:50

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From super changes to avoiding recession, federal Treasurer Jim Chalmers joins the podcast to discuss the government's priorities when Parliament returns in July.By The Conversation

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Episode 58: The Peak Pursuits UTA Breakfast Show! 1:25:05

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Welcome to a very different episode of the Peak Pursuits podcast as for the first time all five team members are together in person amongst the UTA chaos! Sim Brick, Jess Jason, Brodie Nankervis, Vlad Ixel and James Sieber all sit down to talk through the weekend that was, including recapping each race, sharing stories from the trail, and celebrati…

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Sharing Intelligence: Challenges between US and Ukraine 34:56

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After Russia’s full scale invasion of Ukraine, the U.S. rushed to create a secret center that set targets for the Ukrainians to destroy. But the counteroffensive of 2023 failed to achieve its goals. So, what went wrong? New York Times reporter Adam Entous spent more than a year reporting on this story. He joins SpyCast host Sasha Ingber to talk abo…

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Inside the Mysterious World of Credit Cards (with Patrick McKenzie) 1:15:14

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Patrick McKenzie explains to EconTalk's Russ Roberts how credit cards work, who makes money from them and how, and gives his take on whether cash customers and debit card users subsidize the users of credit cards with reward programs.By EconTalk: Russ Roberts

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LGBTIQA+ Heritage Sites in City of Yarra, IDAHOBIT, Sean Mulcahy, Rainbow Local Government

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Sean Mulcahy from Rainbow Local Government discusses IDAHOBIT and news about LGBTIQA+ heritage sites in the City of Yarra, including The Laird and AIDS Memorial Garden. Rainbow Local Government is a Victorian Pride Lobby campaign. Rainbow Local Government - Victorian Pride LobbyBy Sean Mulcahy with James McKenzie

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Director Yvette Turnbull, Fourteen and Nine Months, St Kilda Film Festival

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A young person meets a lesbian couple and searches for answers about turkey basters in short queer film Fourteen and Nine months. Screens at the Victorian Pride Centre, 15 June, 2 pm, with seven other short queer films for the St Kilda Film Festival's Pride Without Prejudice: LGBTIQ Showcase. Fourteen and Nine Months | SKFF…

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Andrew Leigh on more productive work in the age of AI 29:36

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Assistant Minister Andrew Leigh is charged with lifting Australia's stagnant productivity. He says AI may help us do less drudge work, such as sending endless emails. Mentioned in this episode: Sign up to The Conversation's newsletter https://theconversation.com/au/newsletters How Australian Democracy Works 'How Australian Democracy Works' edited b…

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2025 UTA Preview: 100km + 100 mile Course and Field Analysis 1:34:01

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We’re diving deep into the 100km and 100-mile races for part 2 of our UTA 2025 preview. In this episode, local Blue Mountains runner and course expert Tim Locke returns to walk us through the biggest endurance challenges of the weekend. We break down the sections that test your patience, the climbs that break your legs, and the tactics that separat…

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2025 UTA Preview: 22km + 50km Course and Field Analysis 1:12:50

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We’re back with a deep dive into two of the most anticipated distances at UTA 2025 — the 22km and 50km events. In this episode, local Blue Mountains runner and course expert Tim Locke joins us to unpack the key sections of each course: where to be patient, when to push, and how to make the most of your strengths on race day. Whether you're aiming t…

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115 | Where's my 'Menopause: What's Happening to Me?' book with Jay Martin, author of 'Boom Town Snap' 47:13

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How did Jay Martin go from an award-winning memoir to a fiction manuscript she ultimately abandoned? And what did she learn that helped her craft her debut novel, Boom Town Snap? Jay talks with Ashley and James about what toxic workplaces have in common with abusive relationships, and how we get trapped in toxic relationships at the community level…

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Stories From the President's Daily Brief 25:34

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Conflict has been escalating between two nuclear powers–India and Pakistan. It started in April, after India blamed Pakistan for supporting militants who carried out a massacre in Kashmir. President Trump offered to help defuse the tensions.Throughout history, India and Pakistan’s hostility has been documented in the President's Daily Brief, a high…

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Episode 57: Ueda SkyRace Recap with Blake Turner! 1:19:04

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Welcome to Episode 57 of Peak Pursuits, your ultimate podcast for everything trail running in Australia. This episode is hosted by Sim Brick and Vlad Ixel with guest host Blake Turner as they recap the wild race that was Ueda SkyRace! Hear about how Blake and Sim managed the technicality and steepness of the Japanese terrain, and just what it was l…

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The Past and Present of Privacy and Public Life (with Tiffany Jenkins) 1:22:59

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A paradox of our time is our willingness to bare all to strangers while worrying about who exactly is watching us online and anywhere else. Listen as author Tiffany Jenkins discusses her book, Strangers and Intimates, with EconTalk's Russ Roberts. In this wide-ranging conversation, they explore the role of Martin Luther, J.S. Mill, reality TV, and …

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Mikey Dimuantes: Racing with the World's Best at Canyons 100km 1:01:21

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Mikey Dimuantes is back on Peak Pursuits after an impressive and gutsy performance at the iconic Canyons 100km. Fresh off his race, Mikey joins us from sunny Santa Cruz to share all the gritty details of competing against a world-class field at one of trail running’s most competitive events. In this episode, Mikey opens up about the highs and lows …

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Belle Hansen, Love and Information

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Director & Choreographer Belle Hansen joins us to chat about Love and Information at Theatre Works, May 29 to June 14. Written by Caryl Churchill. Love and Information | Theatre WorksBy Belle Hansen with James McKenzie

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Alana Louise, Clown School in France and new show The Deadmouse and Peabrain Dreams

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Australian-based actor Alana Louise is studying at clown school in Étampes, France and plans to bring her new immersive clown show The Deadmouse and Peabrain Dreams to Australia later this year, after taking it to Edinburgh.By Alana Louise with James McKenzie

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David Pocock wants us to aim for up 90% reduction in emissions 20:22

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David Pocock joins us today to talk about the new Senate situation, his aspirations for the next three years and the election generally. Mentioned in this episode: Your support matters Support non-profit journalism you can trust. Donations 2025 How Australian Democracy Works 'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is …

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Episode 56: Fraser Darcy on Back-to-Back Marathons 1:21:38

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This week on Peak Pursuits, we’re joined by guest host Fraser Darcy, who’s fresh off a massive fortnight, backing up a huge PB and 2nd place at Ballarat Marathon with a win at Adelaide Marathon just seven days later. Alongside regular hosts Jess Jason and Brodie Nankervis, we dive into how Fraser pulled it off, his training philosophy, and how road…

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The Minions: Putin's Expendable Spies 32:36

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They were a spy cell like no other — operating from quiet British suburbs, hailing from Bulgaria, and working on behalf of Russia. Their handler dubbed them “The Minions,” and their plots stretched across Europe and spanned honeytraps, abductions, and murder. At the time of this recording, six have been convicted and await sentencing. To parse out …

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The post mortem: election special episode with Michelle Grattan and Amanda Dunn 21:13

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The election's over, it's a resounding win for Labor, but what now? How will the Liberal party rebuild? Mentioned in this episode: The Conversation Weekly Search for 'The Conversation Weekly' wherever you get your podcasts. How Australian Democracy Works 'How Australian Democracy Works' edited by Politics Editor Amanda Dunn is out now in all good b…

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Marc Leepson - Unlikely War Hero 43:51

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In this episode, Marc Leepson discusses his book The Unlikely War Hero, A Vietnam War POW's Story of Courage and Resilience in the Hanoi Hilton. This book is a biography of Doug Hegdahl, a Sailor that fell off of USS Canberra (CA 2) into the Gulf of Tonkin. Hegdahl was captured by the North Vietnamese and landed in the Hanoi Hilton with other Ameri…

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The Economics of Tariffs and Trade (with Doug Irwin) 1:32:53

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Is the United States victimized by trade? What causes trade deficits? Are higher tariffs a good idea? Can manufacturing jobs return to the United States? Economist Doug Irwin of Dartmouth College answers these questions and more in this wide-ranging conversation with EconTalk's Russ Roberts.By EconTalk: Russ Roberts

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Kellie Angel Returns: Taking on WSER, Backing Yourself, and Why Consistency Wins 1:10:45

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We’re thrilled to welcome Kellie Angel back to Peak Pursuits! Since her first episode, Kellie has stepped things up in a big way — tackling the Western States Endurance Run, continually building her confidence on the trails, and learning how to train smarter, not just harder. In this episode, we dive into what’s changed, what’s stayed the same, and…

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Interview with Musicians Mister Co.

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Mister Co joins us in the studio. Includes chat about their Homegrown music festival at The Corner Hotel and new EP. Mister Co. (@misterco.melbourne) • Instagram photos and videosBy Mister Co with James McKenzie