The Tasmanian Journey of Dan Minogue: The Forgotten Chapter of a Magnificent Football Legacy

The legacy that Dan Minogue left within the game of Australian rules was quite remarkable as researched and written by Liahm O’Brien

Stereo Stories next gig next Sunday

Stereo Stories’ second show of the year is next Sunday, 3 April, at Williamstown Library

Foody Almanac: Extra thyme

Crankypete gets to watch all the footy he likes – if he cooks. Three ripper recipes – beautifully constructed. “Unconcrete the pears”. [This is funny, and homely – Ed]

Almanac Music: In Melbourne with Madonna.

Paul questioned Madonna’s Magic and discovered his teenage crush has matured to respect.

Almanac Rugby League (and Education) – Big Josh

Terrific story on the practical and observable benefits of getting kids involved in team sports. Great stuff from an anonymous Queensland correspondent. [Congrats whoever you are – JTH]

Almanac Music: Skyhooks and me

Mickey’s ode to Skyhooks and the memories relived.

Up There Guillaux

And the Big Man Flew, when self-promotion was achieved with aerial delights – another classic from Rhett.

They Dont Make Them Like They Used To

Personal tribute to Jon English by Aussiegus and the reality of time.

Sport Trumps Politics

Peter Baulderstone is disturbed by the hatred and trivialisation of American society and its presidential politics. He seeks explanations from their sport.

Paul Couch: Giving something of value

Brutas Mudcake reflects on footy, value and life upon the death of Paul Couch.

Almanac Fiction – Daz Cooper Chapter 4: Cricket training, dreaming

It’s Chapter 4. Daz Cooper has a lot on his mind. There’s an Under 16 cricket semi final, a maths test, a party… so much noise.

Stereo Story: karaoke in North Korea

You’re in North Korea. On a holiday. You’re in a karaoke bar. What song do you choose?

In memory of Elfie

End-of-life conversations can be difficult. Yvette Wroby shares thoughts and words from a memorial speech she made for her recently departed mother, Elfie. [Our condolences Yvette – Ed].

Stereo Story – a neck brace and RocKwiz

Julia Zemiro, RocKwiz’s vivacious host, spots my neck brace. (It’s hard to miss.) She touches me on the arm. “What happened?”

Almanac Music – Tamworth: Inspiring

Andrew Starkie on the revitalising power of the Tamworth Music Festival.

Who’s versing? Richmond

Will this be the year for Tiger supporters versifies Alex?

Almanac Music: Aussie album review – Ben Lee “Awake is the New Sleep”

It’s been a while between drinks, figuratively speaking, but Smokie continues the series in which he discusses Australian albums. Today it is the turn of one-time enfant terrible Ben Lee.

Who’s versing? North Melbourne

Will the Northern peak be higher?

Almanac Comedy: Comedians and Footballers will play for your footy club, have a shower, and then entertain you

No one who was there will forget Evan Hocking and the Nelson Twins performing the Melbourne launch of The Footy Almanac 2015. Get them involved at your club.

Stand up and be counted: Education package from Classic Comedy Company

The Nelson Twins are offering an education package for schools called “Stand up and be counted.”