YourMorning

Virtual Marriage, PopCulture (Nov 27th)

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 19:01:00 +0000

Today during LightFM's PopCulture segment with our pop culture commentator, Mark Sayers, we talked about the Japanese man who married his computer girlfriend! We also discussed the implications of the computer games obsession on today's society. To find out more about the program Mark was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/ (Photos courtesy Sal9000, via BoingBoing.net.)

Judith Durham (1-on-1, Nov 26th)

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 18:45:00 +0000

This morning we heard from Judith Durham from the Seekers. We spoke about her rise to musical stardom, he life with her husband Ron & her re-writing of the National Anthem! To find out more about the program Judith was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

A short trip to Africa...now 6 years later!, Robyn Casey (1-on-1, Nov 25th)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 19:14:00 +0000

This morning we heard from Robyn Casey, founder of the Mphasto Children's Foundation. She took a short trip to Africa, and now more than 6 years later she is positively influencing the lives of 1000's of kids and their families in Malawi, Africa. To find out more about the program Robyn was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Brain Tumour - 2nd opinion, Sally White DAY 2 (1-on-1, Nov 24th)

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 18:47:00 +0000

This morning we hear again from Sally White who faced death head-on and hear what she has to say to each of us about how to spend the rest of our lives, however, long that might be. To find out more about the program Sally was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

2nd Opinion about Brain Tumour, Sally White DAY 1 (1-on-1, Nov 23rd)

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:15:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1, we heard from Sally White. A lady who was told there was nothing more that could really be done about her brain tumour... however, a second opinion changed all that. To find out more about the program Sally was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Hinduism to Christianity, Rebecca Alexander (1-on-1, Nov 11th)

Tue, 10 Nov 2009 20:16:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1 we heard from Rebecca Alexander and her families travels from Hinduism to Christianity. Her Grandfather was a Hindu priest, she was brought up in great poverty and now spends her time with International Needs looking after 700 children in poverty in Colombo, Sri Lanka. To find out more about the program Rebecca was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Leadership, Karl Faase (Nov 10th)

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:40:00 +0000

The Executive Director of the Arrow Leadership Program here in Australia, Karl Faase, was my guest on 1-on-1. He spoke about his passion for leadership - and his dedication to training young Australia leaders. He also gave his top 3 tips for leaders. To find out more about the program Karl was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Walking the Sahara, Paula Constant (Nov 9th)

Sun, 08 Nov 2009 18:14:00 +0000

This Morning on 1-on-1, we heard from Paula Constant, author of the book "Sahara" about her 4200km walk across the largest desert (outside Antartica). She encountered communication difficulties, a marriage break-up and walked into a civil war. To find out more about the program Paula was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Darlene Zschech (1-on-1, Nov 4th)

Tue, 03 Nov 2009 19:58:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1 I spoke to leader of Hillsong's music team for the past decade, Darlene Zschech. We spoke about how you deal with people putting you on a pedestal and how to deal with criticism. To find out more about the program Darlene was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

The Aussie Dictionary, Bruce Moore (1-on-1, Oct 29th)

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:41:00 +0000

This morning we heard from Bruce Moore - the Director of the Australian National Dictionary Centre at the ANU. He shared with us how a word makes it into the dictionary, how often our Australian Dictionary gets updated and even told us of a made up word which once made it into the dictionary!!! Having run out of time on-air, Bruce and myself also recorded how the word 'Twitter' made it into the dictionary (very interesting story)... and that can EXCLUSIVELY be heard for free (along with the rest of the on-air interview)here. To find out more about the program Bruce was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/ ... Cheers Clayton

Manipulation, Samantha Jackal DAY 2 (1-on-1, Oct 28th)

Tue, 27 Oct 2009 19:47:00 +0000

This Morning we once again spoke to Samantha Jackal about her life story as told in her book "My Purple Pants". Yesterday we heard about the abuse she experienced as a child and how that affected her as a teenager and young adult. This morning we heard about her manipulation of her boyfriend/fiancee by telling him she was pregnant so that they would get married. Find out the rest of the story by listening to the podcast for free by following this link. And find out more about the book (as well as purchase it) by heading to the website or Koorong bookstores. To find out more about the program Samantha was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

My Purple Pants, Samantha Jackal DAY 1 (1-on-1, Oct 27)

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 19:48:00 +0000

This Morning on 1-on-1 we spoke to Samantha Jackal about her life story as told in her book "My Purple Pants". We heard about the abuse she experienced as a child, how that affected her teenage and young adult years, and why she called the book "My Purple Pants". There is a happy ending to this story though - and we will be focussing on that tomorrow. To find out more about the program Samantha was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Wide World of Sports, Ken Sutcliffe (1-on-1, Oct 26th)

Sun, 25 Oct 2009 20:50:00 +0000

This morning we heard from "The Male Model from Mudgee", that's right from Wide World of Sports - Ken Sutcliffe. We find out about his favourite sporting moment, the one sport that he would like to commentate on which he hasn't and what's the deal with all the nicknames?

Anti-Poverty Week, Robert Matin (1-on-1, Oct 12th)

Sun, 11 Oct 2009 20:27:00 +0000

During this Anti-Poverty week I spoke to the Director of the Salvation Army's South-East Services Network - Robert Martin. During the interview we spoke about a special event occuring tomorrow in Frankston at 10:30am at the Penisula Youth & FamilyServices Offices (37 Ross-Smith Ave). This event is to educate and help faciliate people within the community with things like energy, water, gardens etc. It is a free event with a Sausage Sizzle and auction too. To find out more about the program Robert was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

From the Devil to Jesus, Jan Den Ouden (1-on-1, Oct 9th)

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 21:42:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1 we heard the remarkable story of the devil worshipper who is now a Christian. Listen again to the remarkable story of Jan den Ouden who now has a true hope in his life. To find out more about the program Jan was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Tony D'Alberto (1-on-1, Oct 5th)

Sun, 04 Oct 2009 20:57:00 +0000

This Morning on 1-on-1, we heard from V8 Supercar driver, Tony D'Alberto. We heard about how he got into racing and how he overcomes fear in the car. To find out more about the program Tony was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

From Zen to Christianity, Martin Roth (1-on-1, Sep 30th)

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 20:45:00 +0000

Today we heard the story from Zen to Christianity through the eyes of Martin Roth, the man who had a Jewish background, communist father, wrote a guide book on Zen and now has a Christian faith. He also is the man who officially bought the word Karaoke into the English language! To find out more about the program Martin was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Olympic Flag Bearer, Jenny Donnett - Day 2 (1-on-1, Sep 28th)

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 20:53:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1, we once again heard from Jenny Donnet. 4 time Olympian, 3 times Commonwealth Games medallist and Olympic Flag Bearer for Australia at the Opening Ceremony of the 1992 Olympic Games. We heard about the depressionshe felt for years after finishing competing, her battle with cancer and discovery of faith. find out more about the program Jenny was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Olympic Flag Bearer, Jenny Donnett - Day 1 (1-on-1, Sep 28th)

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:07:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1, we heard from Jenny Donnet. 4 time Olympian, 3 times Commonwealth Games medallist and Olympic Flag Bearer for Australia at the Opening Ceremony of the 1992 Olympic Games. We heard about her incredible career in Diving and the 'downer' that happened after she finished competing. To find out more about the program Jenny was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

International Deaf Week, Julie Sprigg (1-on-1, Sep 24th)

Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:25:00 +0000

Today on 1-on-1 I had a chat to Julie Sprigg, Programs Officer for CBM in India, China & Asia. We spoke about the work of CBM with the deaf during International Deaf Week. Donate or learn more about the work of CBM by phoning 1800 678 069. To find out more about the program Julie was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Leng Te, Author and Muso (1-on-1, Sep 23rd)

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 21:43:00 +0000

This morning we heard from Leng Te, music artist and award winning author. We heard about her life (inlcuding her families escape from Cambodia). To find out more about the program Leng was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Sierra Leone, Rev. Themi, DAY 2 (1-on-1, Sep 15th)

Tue, 15 Sep 2009 20:46:00 +0000

This Tuesday & Wednesday we are chatting to Rev. Themi. Once a member of a famous Aussie Pop group, he is now working with the disabled in Sierra Leone. To find out more about the program Themi was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Sierra Leone, Rev. Themi, DAY 1 (1-on-1, Sep 15th)

Mon, 14 Sep 2009 22:21:00 +0000

This Thursday & Friday we are chatting to Rev. Themi. Once a member of a famous Aussie Pop group, he is now working with the disabled in Sierra Leone. To find out more about the program Themi was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

National Sports Museum, Gerry Kerlin (1-on-1, Sep 14th)

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 20:45:00 +0000

Gerry Kerlin, the National Director of the National Sports Museum (based at the MCG), was the guest on 1-on-1 this morning. We spoke about the importance of sport to Australians and some of the more unusual pieces of memorobilia that are housed at the Museum. To find out more about the program Gerry was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Energy Saving Tips, Dr John Wright (1-on-1, Sep 9th)

Tue, 08 Sep 2009 17:23:00 +0000

This Morning on 1-on-1 we heard from Dr John Wright (co-author of the book "The CSIRO Energy Saving Handbook". We heard about some of the rebates that are available as well as some of the free 'attitude' changes that we can make to save energy. To find out more about the program John was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Burgo, John Burgess (1-on-1, Sep 8th)

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:55:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1 we heard from 'Baby' John Burgess. He has been involved in the entertainment industry here in Australia for more than 40 years. We heard about how he got into the industry as well as how he came by the nickname "Baby". To find out more about the program John was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Legacy, Graham Standish (1-on-1, Sep 7th)

Sun, 06 Sep 2009 19:58:00 +0000

This Morning on 1-on-1, I spoke to the President of the Legacy here in Melbourne - Graham Standish. Last week wrapped up Legacy week and we found out today more about the work of Legacy. To find out more about the program Graham was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

Modern Day Moses, Justus Miwanda (1-on-1, Sep 3rd)

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 20:31:00 +0000

This morning on 1-on-1 my guest was Rev. Justus Miwanda from International Needs Uganda. He has been described as a Modern Day Moses, as he was abandoned at 3 months by his mother - but as an adult he now helps 1000's of children be educated and fed every day! And to sponsor a child for education and food for a month for just $35 contact International Needs Australia on 9877 7177 or head to their website. To find out more about the program Justus was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

OAM for Fundraising, Ron Ellis (1-on-1, Sep 2nd)

Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:56:00 +0000

Ron Ellis was my guest this morning on 1-on-1 ... from the YMCA to recieving an OAM for Fundraising to raising a Magacian son, we heard it all today. Listen to the free podcast (it includes exclusive material not previously heard on-air). And the Springtime Songs of Praise that Ron is running, is on Sun Sep 13th, 2pm @ Diamond Valley Baptist Church, 309 Diamond Creek Road, Plenty. Free admission (includes arvo tea). To find out more about the program Ron was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/

BASE Jumping Champion, Heather Swan (1-on-1, Aug 31st)

Sun, 30 Aug 2009 21:30:00 +0000

My guest on 1-on-1 this morning was Heather Swan, author of the new book "No Ceiling" and holder of the world's highest BASE jump in a wingsuit. She was just living an 'ordinary' corporate Mum sort of a life until she met one particular man... To find out more about the program Heather was on "Your Morning", click through www.lightfm.com.au/Your-Morning/