storyteller Archives

Ted Egan – The ANZACs

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 20 April 2023

NT icon, quintessential bush storyteller, outback songman, Mr. Ted Egan AO. Ted has a deep understanding of the NT and the many Larrikins who have made their life here. Ted dropped in to the Big Brekky studio to share some songs and stories relating to his book, The ANZACS.

Michael Waugh – Four Square

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 7 June 2022

Michael Waugh is a songwriter’s songwriter, a compelling live performer and an extraordinary storyteller. Among his admirers are the legendary Eric Bogle, alt. country luminary Shane Nicholson and country hit-makers The Wolfe Bros. He hasn't given up his day job as a teacher (cos he loves it) but still finds time on weekends to tour. His latest single 'Four Square' is inspired by direct observations of his students and comes from the album 'The Cast.' Here's his interview with Big Brekky.

Ken Austin – Missing You

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 6 June 2022

Currently touring Western Australia including the upcoming Kununurra Agrigultural Show, Ken Austin is fulfilling his dream of being a touring singer songwriter and can add being added to the shorlist for the WAM songwriting awards to his list of achievements. Listen back here to the Big Brekky interview.

Phill JD – Round em up

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 14 February 2022

Phill tells a crackin' yarn in the style of Slim Dusty and John Williamson and spoke to Big Brekky of the challenges of making up songs while driving a truck across the country among other things.

Brendan Mcmahon – Gundry’s Track

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 3 February 2022

Brendan chatted with the Big Brekky crew about his musical adventures and his latest single 'Gundry's Track,' which celebrates the carefree formative years, particularly involving hurtling down a hill on a poorly constructed billy cart! Listen back here or find the podcast.

Brendan McMahon

Content The Big Brekky w/Andy, Kate and Mark 15 November 2021

Growing up in the small town of Kapunda near South Australia’s Barossa Valley, Brendan McMahon discovered his love of music at the tender age of 15 after being “awed and floored” seeing Jimi Hendrix play on television; he was amazed by the sounds that Jimi could pull from a guitar and captivated by the iconic performer’s showmanship.