In the very first episode of Art Works, host Namila Benson throws a pot with actor Uncle Jack Charles and interviews artist Atong Atem, while sculptor Ramesh Mario Nithiyendran explains his unusual sources of inspiration. Uncle Jack Charles' family have given their permission to use his name and image.
Nate Byrne explores the role of paintings and sketches that represent the experiences of our service personnel and how visual art can help us to learn more about Australia's military history.
In their musical House of Sound, Greg Foot and Fran Scott explore how brass instruments work and show viewers how easy it is to make a bugle from a piece of hosepipe and a funnel.
Investigates how sound is made and how we hear it and explains how sound is caused by vibration.
Fran Scott and Greg Foot explain how drums work and make their different sounds.
Greg Foot and Fran Scott explain how woodwind instruments work and make all sorts of different sounds.
In their musical House of Sound, Fran Scott and Greg Foot explore string instruments and how they work. From the piano to the violin and everything else in between it's all about vibration.
It's been years since the Queen of the Cross had her name in lights on the golden mile, but Carlotta's desire to be heard is still strong. (Season Final)
Kodie Bedford is a storyteller who aims to tell tales of modern Australia - free from the expectations of people who want to put her in a box.
Gerard Willems was the first Australian to record the complete piano music of Beethoven. Hear the complete fifth Piano Concerto, the 'Emperor', recorded here with Sinfonia Australis and Antony Walker.
Erin Helyard, Taryn Fiebig and the musicians of Pinchgut Opera perform Baroque masterworks by Handel, written when the composer was in Italy during this 20s. Filmed live at the Eugene Goossens Hall, ABC Ultimo.
04.10.2020 My First Panic
Ruby, an anxious young woman, experiences her first panic attack. As her panic escalates, and with each person she encounters unable to help, Ruby is forced to face the relentlessness of her anxiety disorder.
Geraldine Doogue seeks powerful connection with prominent Australians. Prolific author/playwright/essayist Tom Keneally reveals his relationship with people long dead and the place they are buried at Sydney's North Head.
Dr Norman Swan is one of Australia's most respected and recognisable voices during the COVID-19 pandemic. In May 2020 he spoke to Barrie about the response to the crisis and his journey from paediatrics to journalism.
Former Socceroo turned human rights campaigner Craig Foster is the 2023 NSW Australian of the Year. In 2020 he spoke to Barrie about his drive to fight for what's fair and campaigning to help vulnerable communities.
Peggy O'Neal had never seen a game of AFL when she moved to Australia 30 years ago. Now president of the Richmond Football Club, Peggy talks to Barrie about good governance and when to keep your eyes on the prize.
Dennis Richardson has led DFAT, the Defence Department, ASIO, and spent time in Washington as Ambassador to the US. He speaks with Barrie about a lifetime of public service and what goes on in the corridors of Canberra.
Kate McClymont is one of Australia's most decorated investigative journalists. She tells Barrie about the effort that goes into exposing society's sleazy underbelly and the dangerous situations she's found herself in.
Sally Scales has been described as feisty, tough and determined. The youngest person elected Chair of the APY Lands Executive Board talks about being raised by strong leaders and becoming the voice of her elders.
Justin Langer has resigned as coach of the Australian cricket team. In 2020 he spoke to Barrie Cassidy about leadership, team culture and the steps taken after sandpapergate to rebuild trust, respect and integrity.