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A podcast about Canberrans, for Canberrans. During his time working with Questacon and ABC Radio, Henry Xu met and chatted to some of the best the Nation's Capital has to offer. Now, he's ready to showcase them all. Through 20-30 minute interviews, Henry has conversations with a plethora of Canberrans- from life stories with Australian of the Year winners like Val Dempsey, to career retrospectives with cultural icons like Tim the Yowie Man. Recorded throughout the city, in locations relevant to his guests, this podcast allows the people of Canberra a chance to learn more about the town they live in and adore.

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S8E6: Tim Miller, Lids4Kids Australia

2025/11/04

For the extended-length season finale, Henry chats with Tim Miller, founder of Lids4Kids and 2021 Australian of the Year Local Hero. Conversations occur throughout a tour around Lids4Kids Headquarters and range from Tim's experiences beginning Lids4Kids, managing a social enterprise, as well as a look behind the curtain for the AOTY Awards.

S8E5: Grace Campbell, Wedding Painter

2025/10/28

Henry chats with Canberra's premier wedding painter, Grace Campbell. Conversations range from Grace's experiences so far in the profession to advice and insight for weddings in the Nation's Capital.

S8E4: Trish Hurley, Stand-Up Comedian

2025/10/21

Henry chats with stand-up comedian Trish Hurley of The Women's Room. Conversations range from Trish's journey into the Canberra comedy scene, as well as insight into connecting ones life's experiences toward the craft.

S8E3: Evan Buckley, The Burley Griffin

2025/10/14

Henry chats with Evan Buckley of Canberra band The Burley Griffin. Conversations include Evan's experiences on stage, his thoughts on the Canberra music scene post-COVID19, as well as some reflections on the legacy of The Burley Griffin in the Nation's Capital.

S8E2: Alice Taylor, National Film and Sound Archives

2025/10/07

Henry chats with Alice Taylor of Elsie's Film House, the new Creative Producer and Program Coordinator of the National Film and Sound Archives. Conversations range from Alice's experiences in the film/TV industry, to her thoughts and reflections on the value of film and community.

S8E1: Val Dempsey OAM, St John's Ambulance ACT

2025/09/30

For this extended-length season opener, Henry chats with the beloved Aunty Val Dempsey from St John's Ambulance ACT, the 2022 Senior Australian of the Year. Conversations range from Val's experiences volunteering, her memories of the AOTY celebrations, as well as some reflective insight into the volunteering scene in the Nation's Capital.

S7E6: Gavin Smith, ACT Snake Removals

2024/09/25

For this extended-length season finale, Henry chats with Gavin Smith of ACT Snake Removals. Conversations range from the Canberra Snake Tracking Project to Gavin's reflections on the perception of snakes and importance of wildlife and ecology in the present day.

S7E5: Tommy Balogh, Visual Artist

2024/09/18

This episode, Henry chats with visual artist Tommy Balogh. Conversations range from Tommy's art-related adventures, both in Canberra and around the world, as well as his current and future projects in the profession.

S7E4: Sophie Edwards, Musician

2024/09/11

This episode, Henry chats with musician Sophie Edwards. Conversations range from Sophie's musical journey and She's On The Bill to reflections on the Canberra music scene and its future.

S7E3: John Delmenico, The Chaser

2024/09/04

This episode, Henry chats with John Delmenico- Head Writer and Editor of The Chaser. Conversations range from John's experiences being part of The Chaser institution, his thoughts on the founding "Chaser Boys", as well as reflections on the role of political satire in the modern day.

S7E2: Chloe Hosking, Olympic Cyclist

2024/08/28

This episode, Henry chats with Olympic cyclist and Commonwealth gold medalist, Chloe Hosking. Recorded at Stromlo Forest Park, conversations range from Chloe's experiences cycling around the world, to her reflections on a post-professional sporting career.

S7E1: Glynda Bluhm, Alpaca Magic

2024/08/21

In the season premiere, Henry chats with the proprietor of Alpaca Magic- Glynda Bluhm. Recorded on the farmstead, conversations range from Glynda's beginnings with alpacas and llamas, to her experiences with these fluffy animals over the last 25 years.

S6E6: Zac Young, Kita

2023/12/05

Henry chats with Zac Young, the co-founder of Kita: Canberra’s own after-hours café. Recorded ahead of the institution's five-year anniversary, conversations for the season finale range from the history and origins of the space to Kita's cult following and famous Curry of the Week.

S6E5: Sita Sargeant, She Shapes History

2023/11/28

This episode, Henry chats with Sita Sargeant, founder and director of She Shapes History. Recorded at Old Parliament House, conversations range from the history and creation of Sita's organization to making Australian women's history more accessible.

S6E4: Aislinn King, Performance Designer

2023/11/21

This episode, Henry chats with performance designer Aislinn King. Recorded in Canberra Theatre Centre's Courtyard Studio, conversations range from Aislinn's favorite design creations and collaborations to her national and international experiences in the field.