Charlie Pickering

Australia

Host, The Weekly at Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC)

Host, Thank God It's Friday! at ABC Sydney

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TGIF with Rhys Darby, Dane Simpson and Urvi Majumdar

1 week ago | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

Start your weekend right with TGIF, hosted by Charlie Pickering. This show features special guests including Rhys Darby, Dane Simpson and Urvi Majumdar. Plus live music by Jemma Rix, Jonathan Gardner and James Frampton from The Lord of the Rings: A Musical Tale.
Daylesford driver will not face trial

Sep 19, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

A Ballarat Magistrate's Court has ruled a Victorian man accused of crashing his car into an outdoor beer garden at a Daylesford pub, killing five people, will not stand trial. William Swale's lawyers successfully argued that his client did not have a case to answer because he was suffering from a hypoglycaemia episode brought on by his diabetes in the lead-up and at the time of the crash. Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive. Melbourne, Daylesford, Crime
What If Wednesday: What if we introduced a red card in AFL?

Sep 18, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

Every Wednesday, ABC Radio Melbourne Drive takes a hypothetical question and asks "what if", taking your calls and talking to experts in the field. Today on ABC Radio Melbourne Drive, What If Wednesday tackles the question: What if we introduced a red card in AFL? Press play to hear Charlie Pickering discuss the question with Grant Thomas, former coach of St Kilda Football Club, who said a red card would streamline matches.
Kate Roffey to resign as head of Melbourne Football Club

Sep 6, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

President of Melbourne Football Club, Kate Roffey, will resign effective immediately from the club, following a controversial interview on the handling of Demons' player Christian Petracca. Melbourne legend Brad Green will take up the helm, as Roffey also relinquishes her position on the board. Press play to hear the full conversation on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive with Charlie Pickering.
What If Wednesday: What if all new powerlines had to built underground?

Sep 4, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

Every Wednesday, 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive takes a hypothetical question and asks "what if", taking your calls and talking to experts in the field. Today on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive, What If Wednesday tackled the question: What if all new powerlines had to built underground? Press play to hear Charlie Pickering discuss the question with expert in energy from Deakin University Professor Samantha Hepburn and Director of the Energy Program at the Grattan Institute Tony Wood.
Do pubs need pokies to stay afloat? - ABC listen

Sep 3, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

One publican wants to overturn his Council's ban on poker machines, saying he needs them to stay afloat. Leaseholder of the Yackanandah Hotel Peter Cook says poker machines could be vital to enticing back a dwindling customer base. But the Mayor of Indigo Shire says there is no "community appetite to bring back the pokies". Press play to hear the full conversation with Charlie Pickering on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive. Melbourne, Yackandandah, Gambling, Pubs, Taverns and Bars
Boris Johnson's former communications strategist reflects on Conservative Party wipeout

Jul 5, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

The former communications strategist for Boris Johnson says the Conservative Party "screwed it up" as the Labour Party wins the UK election in a landslide. Jo Tanner joined Charlie Pickering to dissect exactly what went wrong for the Tories, noting there was not a feeling of revolution sweeping in the Labour government, but simply "nobody wanted the Tories anymore". Press play to hear the full interview on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive. Melbourne, England, Wales, Scotland, Elections
Sherrin factory strike could mean shortage of footballs by finals - ABC listen

Jul 5, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

A threatened strike over a pay deal at the Keysborough Sherrin factory could mean a shortage of footballs by the AFL finals series. United Workers Union Executive Director Geoffery Maose joined Charlie Pickering to explain the pay dispute between Sherrin and the 15 workers responsible with supplying the AFL with the iconic ball. Press play to hear the full interview on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive.
The Unofficial History of Melbourne's Docklands Part 2

Jul 4, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

The history of Docklands is one of industry and change, before container ships took over gangs of workers could be seen unloading cargo vessels on Victoria Dock. In the 90s disused warehouses played host to huge raves, some with more than 5000 attendees. The turn of the century saw a new AFL stadium and a failed attempt at an observation wheel.
What If Wednesday: What if we banned private schools?

Jul 3, 2024 | abc.net.au | Charlie Pickering

Every Wednesday, 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive takes a hypothetical question and asks "what if", taking your calls and talking to experts in the field. Today on 774 ABC Radio Melbourne Drive, What If Wednesday tackles the question: What if we banned private schools?