Brigitte Duclos

Afternoon Host at ABC Melbourne

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Articles

Rat cunning: are rats getting too smart for poison? - ABC listen

2 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

Research is showing that the common black rat is developing resistance to common forms of rat poison. It proves that this introduced species - also known as ship rat, roof rat or house rat, is rapidly evolving to stay alive in Australia. 'Rats are pretty clever, they're getting more and more bait shy'
'Feeling fabulous': Lisa Simone reflects on her mother Nina Simone's legacy

3 weeks ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

'I promised my mother I'd do everything in my power to make sure she wasn't forgotten'. Nine Simone was one of the most powerful singers of the 20th Century, a revolutionary who changed the way we think about music. She was also a pianist, songwriter and Civil Rights activist who sang songs like 'My Baby Just Cares For Me', 'To Be Young, Gifted and Black' and 'Feeling Good'.
Microstresses: What drives you up the wall?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

Is there something that just sends you over the edge? Maybe it's loud chewers ... or bad behaviour on the road. Those little niggles are called micro-stresses, and comedian and broadcaster Merrick Watts told Brigitte Duclos he has a laundry list of pet peeves, not limited to mansplaining, hotel mini-fridges and even lavender. "It's too much for me to absorb!"Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne & Victoria Afternoons.
Honk, honk: Are Melbourne drivers the worst at road etiquette?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

It appears that Melbourne drivers have a reputation that crosses borders. Rude, pushy, bullish - and not very good at the 'wave of graciousness'. Writer Sunil Badami joined Brigitte Duclos on ABC Radio Melbourne Afternoons to discuss where Melbourne fits into the pantheon of gracious drivers. Says Sunil: "You should lose six demerit points for not waving"
Is Melbourne ready for self-driving cars? - ABC listen

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

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The Coalition is over: Nationals split with the Liberal Party after 80 years - ABC listen

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

Shock waves through the Australian political landscape with the National party splitting with their Coalition partners, the Liberals. It's a relationship that has existed, in one form or another, for more than 80 years. It's the latest in the ongoing fallout from the recent Federal election. Darren Chester, National member for Gippsland, told Brigitte Duclos on ABC Radio Melbourne Afternoons - 'we're on a bit of a break'.
Find yourself forgetting names? Try this simple trick...

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

Brigitte has interviewed Tansel Ali before but she didn't remember. That won't happen this time around. Tansel Ali is a four-time Australian Memory Champion and spoke with Brigitte on ABC Radio Melbourne Afternoons.
Robert Walls: Paul Roos remembers an AFL football Hall of Famer

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

'He's a pioneer both as a player and a coach.' AFL Hall of Famer Robert Walls has died, aged 74. Walls played 259 VFL games for Carlton and Fitzroy including three premierships with the Blues before going on to steer Fitzroy, Brisbane, Richmond and Carlton, who he lead to the 1987 flag. Walls also served as a TV and radio commentator for 25 years. Walls mentored AFL legend Paul Roos (host of the ABC AFL Daily podcast).
What's the key to vegan cooking? - ABC listen

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

When a family member decides they'll now be eating a vegan diet, how do you know what to make? Chef and author of Vegan Junk Food: A Down and Dirty Cookbook Zacchary Bird joined Brigitte Duclos on Afternoons to share the secrets behind truly delicious vegan cooking. Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne.
Is it okay to lie to your children?

1 month ago | abc.net.au | Brigitte Duclos

Have you ever fibbed to your children? Was it a white lie for the greater good or should you always be honest with your kids? Writer and founder of Bad Mother Media Kate Halfpenny joined Brigitte Duclos to tackle the tricky topic on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Afternoons.