Chewing The Fat With TC

Chewing The Fat - 7 March 2026

Sat, 07 Mar 2026 05:54:11 +0000

Neil talks to executive producer of 3AW Breakfast, Mark Davidson and The Prof

Chewing The Fat - 14 February 2026

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 08:04:18 +0000

Neil chats to Pulse presenter, Mark O'Neill and The Prof

Chewing The Fat - 24 January 2026

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 02:33:07 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats with Craig Wessels, host of A Yank On The Footy Podcast.

He also has a very important conversation with The Prof. Make sure you listen very carefully to what he says.

Chewing The Fat - 20 December 2025

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 05:04:20 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats with SANTA CLAUS!!

... and, of course, catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 22 November 2025

Sun, 23 Nov 2025 00:49:32 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats with Melbourne radio legend, Ross Stevenson and, of course, catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 8 November 2025

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:19:56 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats with award-winning author of the Sticky Pineapple book series, Stephanie Boag and, of course, catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 25 October 2025

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:30:53 +0000

In this episode chats with Janine Dayman and Karen Strange, who are the co-founders of Wheatbelt & Beyond Youth Mentoring and catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 4 October 2025

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:27:29 +0000

In this episode chats with Kevin Butler (no relation) who is the co-founder of BlazeAid and catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 20 September 2025

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:29:16 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats with Linda Widdup, founder of Aussie hay Runners and, of course, catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 30 August 2025

Sat, 25 Oct 2025 05:23:31 +0000

In this episode, Neil chats to legend of Australian Rules Football for women, Nicole Graves and catches up with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 16 August 2025

Sat, 16 Aug 2025 03:56:14 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with The Unbreakable Farmer - Warren Davies

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 2 August 2025

Sat, 02 Aug 2025 07:17:01 +0000

Chewing The Fat - 19 July 2025

Sat, 19 Jul 2025 07:15:35 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with:

Jennie Feldmeier - Frontier Services
Annabelle Brayley - Vietnam Nurses Memorial in Morven (Qld)

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 5 July 2025

Sat, 05 Jul 2025 04:45:12 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Geelong identity, former mayor and member of 94.7 The Pulse's Hashtag GiddyUp team

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 21 June 2025

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 00:17:23 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Ross Stanton (President of the Murrabit FC) and with Mark Le Page (President of the Stony Creek FC) about importance of sports clubs in regional twons.

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 7 June 2025

Sat, 07 Jun 2025 05:59:59 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Pulse presenter and committee member, Ross Williamson about local radio, jazz and a few other things.

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 17 May 2025

Sat, 17 May 2025 06:18:18 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Cassidy-Rae and with Eric Collier from No Promises about importance of live music and regional pubs.

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 10 May 2025

Sat, 10 May 2025 06:15:43 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Denise McLellan who works with farmers to make sure they are looking out for themelves and their workers and to Alex Thomas who is the founder of Plant A Seed For Safety.

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat - 26 April 2025

Sat, 26 Apr 2025 06:13:33 +0000

In this episode, Neil chews the fat with Rebecca Bradshaw from Rural Child Health and Kate Mitchell from The Darcy.

As always, he also chats with The Prof.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 29th March 2025 Robert E Lee

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 03:36:28 +0000

Robert E Lee is a true character, and no its not the famous us army general! He is from north Queensland and is in our region for a local walk called Conquer the Corrugations. Along with local legend Charlie Earl they are walking from Inverleigh to Winchelsea on Saturday and back to Inverleigh on Sunday. It's all in the name of walking and talking. Getting alongside someone you may not even know and having a chat. We also chatted about north Queensland and the weather that has amazed everyone.

We had a great chat to the Prof on comedians good and bad.

Chewing the Fat Saturday 22th March 2025 Tom Dennis

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 03:19:19 +0000

The Dennis family have a long history with the western districts of Victoria. Toms' family have been at Tarndwarncoort (Tarndie for short) near Colac since 1830s. Tom passion for preserving the past for the next generations is evident in this chat especially his beloved sheep and the lovely wool they produce. From history to cafes this chat has it all. www.tarndie.com.

The Prof has a few issues around the value of sports clubs and the money sports people are worth...It's just sport at the end of the day .

Chewing the Fat Saturday 15th March 2025 Mary O'Brien

Sun, 06 Apr 2025 02:51:06 +0000

Today we spoke with the straight-talking Mary O'Brien from Are you bogged mate. Are you bogged is a men's mental health charity that focuses on all men but particularly men from the bush. Mary built this charity up after a rough Christmas in her community. Mary wrote an acritical about men and how society communicates with men. It struck a chord and are you bogged was born. If Mary is coming to your community make sure you go and have a listen weather, you are in a mental spot or not!! www.areyouboggedmate.com.au

The Prof and I had a chat about Footy and the mighty Tigers!

Chewing the Fat Saturday 8th March 2025 Claire Lee.

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 08:30:26 +0000

Some people are great at a conversation...Claire is one of those. Chottie brought Claire to the table, and I am very grateful. Claire is in a unique position where she is charge of preserving a magnificent wool shed on the Liverpool plains in northern NSW. An interesting business has emerged around these old buildings.

The Prof gave up his tips on......how to tip!

Chewing the Fat Saturday 1st March 2025 Sandy Cameron

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 08:13:04 +0000

We had a great story today, Sandy Cameron from Meredith Goats Cheese. If you are doubting what you want to do in life listen to this one. I admire the ability of Sandy and his wife Julie to stick to their dream of living in the bush and earning an income form their patch. On building their business there were several times to go back to careers that would "take the pressure off" but they suck at it.

The Prof gives us his protected AFL top 8 for 2025.

Chewing the Fat 15th February 2025 David Allen

Sun, 09 Mar 2025 08:02:56 +0000

David "CD" Allen has been passionate about land and soil management long before it was a regular conversation in society. Because of his attitude he and his family, they have had the opportunity of being Australian McDonalds pin up farm for animal and land ethics. Great achievement.

The Prof has a proper stab at the negative aspect of mobile phones. For what it's worth I think he's right!

Chewing The Fat Saturday 8th February Robyn Wilson

Sat, 08 Mar 2025 23:33:15 +0000

On Chewing the Fat today, we spoke with one the greatest golfers on King Island, Robyn Wilson. While having a meal in the local 9-hole golf course T.C was taken by the honour boards around the club. The women's club champions board stood out. From 1973 to 2015 R. Wilson had won all years but 3, an outstanding effort in and level of Golf. From a daughter of a prisoner of war to being involved in one of the greatest golf courses Ocean Dunes this chat was fantastic

The Prof as usual didn't let the side down.

Marty Pentecost, Chewing the Fat Saturday 1st February 2025

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 21:55:14 +0000

We had a great chat to a mate of mine, Marty Pentecost from Rockhampton in Queensland. Marty is a smart, eloquent and above a great bloke. Marty has worked all through northern Australia and in many different roles. From Ringer to dealing with banks and financiers at the big end of town he has covered it all. This was a great chat, and we thoroughly enjoyed it.

The Prof and I got talking about the success that is the Australian Women's cricket side. In particular an exceptional leg spin bowler call Alana King.

Lachlan Polkinghorne, Chewing the fat Saturday 25th January 2025

Sat, 01 Feb 2025 21:46:06 +0000

Today we chatted to Lachlan Polkinghorne from Beachport in South Australia. Lachlan has had a wealth of experience in the ag space both in his own businesses and also as a leading educator as well. This conversation shows Lachlan's ability to keep an open mind and ready to learn.

The prof and I spoke about the Dakar Rally run in Saudi Arabia. It well worth a look into even if you are not interested in motor sport. The effort it takes just to achieve a finish in this race is incredible.

Chewing the Fat Saturday 7th December 2024 Amy Cure

Tue, 10 Dec 2024 01:48:51 +0000

Saturday was an all-time favourite of T.Cs. We chatted to 3 great guests and a bit of back and forth with Chottie was a bonus!

We spoke with Clayton Horspole about an event in the woodchopping game. Clayton is taking a real shine to the sport. He also had a chat about his beloved chooks.

Rachel Boddington is a great human and is part of the Winchelsea Golf Club. Rach has organised the longest day event that raises money for Cancer Council.

Last but definitely not least the Prof bought a massive guest to the table. 2-time Commonwealth Games gold medalist, Cyclist Amy Cure. The Prof was present on Thursday 5th December to witness Amy being inducted to the Tasmanian Sports Hall of fame. What a wonderful achievement. I was very humbled and proud to have a chat with her on Chewing the fat. Thanks Amy and Prof.

Chewing the Fat Byron O'Keefe Saturday 30th November 2024

Sat, 07 Dec 2024 02:26:03 +0000

From dad to rodeo clown Byron O'Keeffe has done it all in the livestock space. He has a wealth of experience in handling livestock and people which he gathered while travelling the world delivering livestock to different countries and people with completely different cultures to us in Australia.

The Prof was at his best as per usual.

Liz Rymill Chewing the Fat Saturday 9th November 2024

Fri, 22 Nov 2024 21:06:58 +0000

Don't mess with Liz Rymill she is a hot shot of a shotgun! Liz is a mother, Journalist, great community person and a very successful skeet shooter. By the end of this episode the reason for Liz's success in life will be of no surprise. The passion around the mental side of her discipline is a great listen.

No Prof today but I am sure he will be back next week.

Tristan Green Chewing the Fat Saturday 2nd November 2024

Sat, 02 Nov 2024 05:57:23 +0000

I am not built for long distance running! Tristan Green is. Even with this in mind to take on a challenge of an 100km trail run is a mean feat in itself let along doing it. The idea that this style of running is 90% between the ears can be extruded into our day to day lives.

Colin McKenna died on Sunday after a short illness. Col has had a huge impact on the meat industry and the people in it. There are a lot of people in and out of the meat industry that Col had an impact on and would be feeling his loss, to these people and of course Col's family I send my condolences to them. The Prof had his words about Col and then opined on Col's other great love the spring carnival.

Oopy MacGillivray on Chewing The Fat Saturday 5th October 2024

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 03:59:16 +0000

Oopy MacGillivray along with her partner Dan are racehorse trainers from South Australia, and they have a Melbourne Cup runner. We really enjoyed every part this chat, from Oopy's younger days where the love of horses started all the way through to the excitement of having a Melbourne Cup runner.

The Prof opined for the last time on the 2024 AFL season. It's on with the trading period, which it seems no one can get their heads around!

Chewing The Fat Saturday 14th September 2024

Sun, 15 Sep 2024 22:00:48 +0000

Today T.C had a great mate come on and chew the fat. Hamish "Hammer" McKenzie. Hammer hails from the Echuca region of Victoria Australia. From a rebel kid to a talented cattle buyer to adventure traveler Hammer has done a lot and from it all he has a few yarns to tell.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 8th September 2024

Fri, 13 Sep 2024 07:29:49 +0000

Jack Brisco has had a go at almost everything in the ag space, but his real passion lies in dog training and livestock handling. T.C and Jack had a great chat about livestock handling and the industry that's so close to both. If you're looking for a good working dog, get in touch with Jack (see below) at Futura Kelpies via Facebook.

The Prof was impressed with Geelong's performance on Thursday night but nowhere near as disappointed as he was with the effort of Port Adelaide

Chewing The Fat Saturday 31st August 2024

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 06:51:13 +0000

T.C and Shottie had a great chat with Roger House from Kojonup in Western Australia. Beleive it or not Roger was still playing Aussie rules football at 62 and then running for the senior team. What an effort. Rogers positive outlook to different issues in agriculture is a credit to him. T.C and Shot both came away "looking through the windscreen and not the review mirror".

The Prof put his thoughts across about the AFL All Australian team announced this week. Fair to say he thought there was a few lucky players and a few unlucky.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 24th August 2024

Sat, 31 Aug 2024 05:02:04 +0000

The Noonkanbah Blues are playing for a spot in the Grand Final!! We got the scope from Rick Kennedy who is now a regular on Chewing The Fat. Rick got us up to date on life in remote Western Australia and what football means to the people of Noonkanbah.

The Prof spoke today about 2 great champions, the great horse Black Caviar and the sensational Dusty Martin.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 17th August 2024

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 07:55:43 +0000

Today, T.C had a fan boy moment. Tom Curtain joined T.C and Shottie and he was fantastic. Tom (also known as T.C) is a horse trainer, dog trainer, brilliant country musician, entertainer and overall great bloke. Tom doesn't just train animals he has integrated animal training and music into a fantastic show. He performs at his home base at the Katherine outback experience in the Northern Territory. Then in the wet season he travels and puts the show on the road. If you are not keen to get to one of his shows after this then I can't help you! Jump on to Tom's website (see below) and see where your closest show is. Great show, Great music and best of all a great bloke.

Tom Curtain | Golden Guitar winner | Entertainer | Horseman

Home - Katherine Outback Experience

Fair to say the prof was very impressed with Australia's effort at the Paris Olympics. The story of Saya Sakakibara and her Gold medal in the sport of BMX really took his fancy.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 3rd August 2024

Sun, 18 Aug 2024 07:34:36 +0000

Chewing the fat with T.C and Shottie today was Cate Mercer-Grant. Cate has spent time working for Dan Tehan who represents the Wannon electorate in Western Victoria Australia. Cate talks about the challenges and pressures but also the "pinch me moments" in her role handling all types of communication in the Dan Tehan office. If you can think of your typical high achiever Cate fits that mold to a tee.

T.C Had the Prof opine on a topic he has bought up in the past. Excessive player payments in bush footy. It's a major concern and has a protentional negative impact on clubs and leagues. It's a tuff one as the country clubs need the players!

Chewing the Fat July 27th 2024

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:17:15 +0000

Where have all the characters gone?

This week T.C found a ripper! Stephen "Rowdy" Purcell joined T.C and Shottie on Chewing the Fat. What an entertaining conversation it was. This chat was full of laughs from a natural storyteller. I feel we have only scratched the surface with Rowdy....especially if we need to keep the stories eligible for live radio!!

Chewing the Fat 20 July 2024

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:03:30 +0000

On Chewing the Fat T.C and Shottie spoke to one of the most passionate people we have had the chance to chat with. Andy Burchell is carving out his wine making career in the rich volcanic soils of the Mount Gambier region in the Southeast of South Australia. Andy's passion for grape growing, wine making, and his home region is very evident in this chat. Andys business Good Intentions Wine company is testament to Andy's attitude to wine making and a must visit when in the Limestone coast region of South Australia.

www.goodintentionswine.co

The Prof discussed the very important topic of money in country football. I feel we need the Prof to expanded on this one.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 6th July 2024

Sun, 14 Jul 2024 04:40:03 +0000

On Chewing the Fat Charlotte "Shottie" Bugge.

Today we had Jim Teasdale from Ausidore PL and the board of ALEC on giving his take on the sheep live export ban and the impact the decision will have on regional Australia.

www.ausidore.com

Jess Revell from Rumenate Livestock Services joined us, and we had a very informative conversation around animal requirements in these dry times

www.rumenate.com.au

Of course, the Prof gave us his take on the Olympics.

Chewing the Fat June 29th 2024

Sat, 29 Jun 2024 08:38:36 +0000

Today, T.C had one of Australian Country Music legends on.... Lee Kernaghan fair to say he was a bit excited. As part of his Boys from the Bush concert tour Lee is coming to Geelong on July 6th, 2024, at Costa Hall. There are still tickets to see the great man. Jump on Lee's web site to grab tickets (Details below)

If you want the chance to win ticket to see Lee Kernaghan on Saturday 6th July 2024, at Costa Hall Geelong, get on the 94.7 FM The Pulse web site (see below) and subscribe, once you have subscribed send an email to info@947thepulse.com.au put Lee Kernaghan in the subject line then wait till Wednesday 3rd July 2024 where we will draw out the winner for 2 tickets.

A $65 Subscription is how we stay on air...so subscribe away!

We also had Nathan Lacey on talk about the TT motorbike race in the Isle of Man. Those riders are dead set mad!

We finished with the Prof. The rain was very well received in his home area of Southeast SA.

For ticket to Lee Kernaghan

www.leekernaghan.com

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www.947thepulse.com

Chewing the Fat Saturday 22nd June 2024

Wed, 26 Jun 2024 08:29:43 +0000

Today T.C and Charlotte "The Shot" Bugge, caught up with 3 regulars to the Chewing the Fat listeners.

We had a catch up with Rick Kennedy from Noonkanbah Station and since our last chat he has pulled the footy boots on for the Noonkanbah Blues.

Our resident chook expert Clayton Horspole joined us to give his view of the bird flu and his love of eating Chicken!

Of course we finished out with the Prof. He believes that Carlton Australian Rules footy club are the real deal.

Chewing the Fat Saturday 15th June 2024

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:59:25 +0000

T.C and Shot spoke to Alice Mabin today. Alice's passion for rural Australia is very evident in this chat. Alice has a unique way of seeing the positive of rural life, mainly through photography and video. (See links below) Our discussion around success in the rural industry and how we think about success is an important one. Make sure you have a look at Alice's website.... we only scratched the surface!

Al Mabin – Australia's #1 Rural Lifestyle Photographer

The Prof ventured to the MCG and let's say he was very impressed.

Chewing the Fat Saturday 8th June 2024

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 04:37:15 +0000

Today T.C and Charlotte sat down with Bec Callahan. Bec is the Barwon Southwest Homelessness Network coordinator. Bec's knowledge and experience in this space is exceptional. Bec selflessness and dedication to this cause comes through in spades. The Prof was up and about chewing the fat on the Olympics and some of the cost associated with the event.

Chewing the Fat - 25 May 2024

Tue, 04 Jun 2024 06:24:07 +0000

25 May: Chewing the Fat with TC - 25 May 2024: Today T.C Chewed the fat Jackson Varney. Jackson is a tennis coach from Jan Juc in Victoria Australia. Jackson has a great yarn to tell, about his journey to coaching. Jackson also gives his insight to coaching kids and the importance of sport coaches in the kids lives.

Chewing the Fat With TC - 25 May 2024

Sat, 25 May 2024 04:02:27 +0000

Today T.C chewed the fat with Brooke Dawson. Booke is a 3rd generation meat person. Brooke has carved a very successful career in the very male dominated meat industry, while doing her bit for people having a tuff time in our society.

Chewing the Fat With TC - 18th May 2024

Sat, 18 May 2024 03:58:41 +0000

T.C was joined today by Charlotte Bugge. It was her first time on radio I think she smoked it!! We spoke with Damian "Cougar" Melican. Damian is a Birregurra, Victoria Australia legend. His countless hours work at his beloved Birregurra saints is legendary.

Chewing the Fat With TC - 11th May 2024

Sat, 11 May 2024 03:53:35 +0000

Phil Cohn joined T.C this week to chat about issues with our environment but focusing on different projects around the world that integrate agriculture with the environment and keeping farmers businesses alive.

Chewing The Fat With TC - 4th May 2024

Sat, 04 May 2024 03:49:45 +0000

Ian "Donk" Johnson. The unofficial major of Keith in South Australia. From Croc bites to volunteering in a country community this chat has it all. Of course, rounded out with the Proff.

Chewing the Fat With TC - 27th April 2024

Sat, 27 Apr 2024 03:45:15 +0000

Graeme Jefferies from Samesyn Restaurant is a local Chef from Torquay, Victoria Australia. Not only is Graeme a great chef he has integrated his business with a local charity. Topics such as zero waste and businesses such as Graeme's take action for the benefit of many different people and communities.

Chewing The Fat Saturday 11th January 2025 Neil McDonald

Sat, 11 Jan 2025 03:16:19 +0000

Well listeners we are back for a big 2025 where we will catch up with a new bunch of people and maybe be some old ones. No better quest to kick off the year than Neil McDonald of muster dog's fame. This was a great chat and even though Neil was talking about animals I think some of the messages can be adopted to people.

We said a very happy new year to the Prof. I challenged the Prof our attitudes towards 20/20 cricket and the influence on test cricket in our country.

Thanks for listening and wish all our listeners a safe and happy 2025.

Chewing The Fat With TC - 20th April 2024

Sat, 20 Apr 2024 03:37:39 +0000

Today we caught up with local Geelong businessman Jim Riordan. The Proff followed up with his interesting take on issues in our community.