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Caroline Wilson and Corrie Perkin are best friends who share their unique take on life. Nothing is off limits. Just don't shoot the messenger.

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Latest Episodes

The Cocktail Cabinet: With Myles Thomson of Prince Winestore. This week: Summer Whites picks

And a shoutout to this week’s

tasting – which is supporting Vic wines after the fires

⁠San Moro Fiano Salento 2024⁠

⁠Schloss Lieser Feinherb Riesling 2023... more

BSF brought to us by Red Energy.

Over Summer we read, watched and cooked…

BOOK:

Caro: Less by Andrew Sean Green

Corrie: Heart, The Lover by Lily King

SCREEN:

Caro: Hamnet

Corrie: The Family Stone

FOOD:

Caro: Beef Rendang by Recipe Tin Eats

more

ON THIS SHOW

-Ups and downs of summer …

-Corrie’s thoughts on Adelaide Writers Festival drama

-Caro’s take on the footy news

-Myles is back with Summer Whites

-Recommendations from the summer – BSF

-Media bans, mother/son bonding, rediscovering... more

Hear Myles Thomson from the Prince Wine Store discuss Irish drinks from Episode 347 in 2025.

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Recent Guests

Myles Thompson
Wine expert from Prince Wine Store
Prince Wine Store
Episode: 2025 REWIND - Cocktail Cabinet - Riesling (From Ep 373)
Troy Bramston
Journalist and author of Gough Whitlam, Vista of the New
Episode: 2025 REWIND - Troy Bramston interview
Chris Humphries
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Episode: QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions (From Ep 381)
Ross Lyon
AFL Coach of St Kilda Football Club
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Episode: Ep 381 - Christmas special - live from The Continental Hotel
Dwayne Russell
Former AFL player and commentator
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Episode: Ep 381 - Christmas special - live from The Continental Hotel
Rebecca Barnard
Singer, producer, songwriter
Episode: Ep 381 - Christmas special - live from The Continental Hotel
Kris Humphreys
A great friend of the Sorrento Writers Festival and works at Avenue Bookstore.
Avenue Bookstore
Episode: Ep 379 - 2025, a year in review (of books)
Shaynna Blaze
Businesswoman, singer, interior designer, and founder of Voice of Change
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Episode: QUICK LISTEN - Shaynna Blaze, Voice of Change (From Ep 378)
Kate Halfpenny
Award-winning writer and commentator, author of "Boogie Wonderland"
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Episode: Full Interview - Kate Halfpenny, author of Boogie Wonderland (From Ep 369)

Hosts

Caroline Wilson
Co-host, likely also a wine enthusiast, known for her cultural insights and humor.
Corrie Perkin
Co-host and cultural commentator, noted for her engaging discussions and humor.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 822 ratings
  • Brisbane Listener

    I do love your podcast every week but 380 had so many laugh out loud moments. (so many).

    A bit embarrassing while sitting waiting for the car service to be done. Who cares!!!

    Merry Xmas to you both - roll on 2026.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mature JVH
    Australia2 months ago
  • Love it!!

    This is one of my favourite ever podcasts. Love catching up with Caro and Corrie (and Miles & Anna). Great mix of current affairs, footy, wine, books, film and some amazing recipes. Have made some fabulous recipes and read some great books as a result. Keep up the great work ❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Possummagic
    Australia3 months ago
  • Sensational

    Absolutely love this podcast, have been listening since its inception. It was a shining light during the dark days of Covid. It’s like having a chat with your best friends, covers everything. News, sport, cooking, wine, books and problem solving. Give it a go!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yvette VB
    Australia3 months ago
  • Weekly pod cast

    I find it unbelievable the lack of communication when for whatever the issue is that the weekly podcast not only does not drop on a specific day each week but some weeks NO podcast please take a look at the much more professional podcasts Shane on you.

    Apple Podcasts
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    woolamaloo
    Australia7 months ago
  • Golf

    Ep 349. Loved Bonnie’s advice. “Play golf.” I took our daughter Annie to golf at 4. Now she’s Head of Sales for Oz and NZ at Spotify with one child one on the way so golf is In the back seat. But she was asked by one of her team whether Annie thought she should play golf. This was prompted by the fact that Annie gets asked to play with clients, overseas CEOs and any trade days. She is sometimes asked as token female but mostly cos she can play and outdrives some of the men. She has thanked her l... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    J SP Hay
    Australia10 months ago

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There have been criticisms regarding perceived political bias and the show's handling of serious topics, but these are balanced by many positive reviews praising content depth and personality.
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2025 REWIND - Shaynna Blaze interview (From Ep 378)
Q: Why is Christmas a difficult time for families regarding domestic violence?
Shaynna noted that Christmas heightens pressure and trauma, exposing issues that are usually kept behind closed doors.
2025 REWIND - Shaynna Blaze interview (From Ep 378)
Q: How can we see The Fort?
Shaynna mentioned they are still working out distribution but are trying to get it available on platforms like Apple and Google.
2025 REWIND - Troy Bramston interview
Q: Troy, is that your view as well as the general historic view?
Yeah, it is. Kerr's actions were criticized for being drastic and not advised by historical standards.
2025 REWIND - Troy Bramston interview
Q: Troy, in your view, did Gough Whitlam ever really recover from this?
No, he didn't. He stayed on as Labor leader for another two years but faced criticism about his leadership.
2025 REWIND - Women In Sport (From Ep 361)
Q: What is your view on this and is it the right way to go?
Erin shares that not publishing weights of players is the right direction as it acknowledges that athletes are full human beings beyond their physical appearance.

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7. Kris Humphreys
8. Shaynna Blaze

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