Don't Shoot The Messenger
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QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions (From Ep 348)
21 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SIX QUICK QUESTIONS, for Red Energy. 100% owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Caro to Corrie: Who is your Billionaire To Watch Corrie...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 348
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF brought to us by Red Energy. 100% owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. BOOK: Caro reviews The Girls With the Louding Voice SCREEN:...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 348
20 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. Search Prince Wine Store dot com dot au This week: Corrie’s Birthday ...
Modern Dilemma - To Fix or not to Fix? (From Ep 348)
19 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it rude or kind to help people when you think their clothing needs fixing?
Ep 348 - It was a very, very strange time
17 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW It’s five years since COVID lockdown – we reflect back on March 2020 What we learnt from COVID, what habits have remained and ...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 347
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF BSF brought to us by Red Energy. Moving home? Stress less and make moving simple. Call Red Energy on 131 806. BOOK: Corrie reviews Dusk by Robbie ...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 347
13 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SIX QUICK QUESTIONS – for Red Energy. Moving home? Stress less and make moving simple. Call Red Energy on 131 806. Corrie to Caro: Of all the Academ...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 347
12 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. Search Prince Wine Store dot com dot au This week: In honor of St Patri...
QUICK LISTEN - Modern Dilemma - Borrowing and Sharing books
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What is the etiquette for borrowing, sharing and lending books?
Ep 347 - I was SO nervous
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW: The Agenda Setters review The AFL season launch Irish wines for St Patrick's Day A recipe described as 'the best apple tart y...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 346
07 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caro and Corrie's Six Quick Questions from Episode 346.
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 346
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. This week: In honour of International Women's Day March 8: Women winema...
QUICK LISTEN - Modern Dilemma - Do you allow guests to help clean up?
06 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corrie and Caro discuss whether cleaning up the kitchen while having guests for dinner is actually a help or a hindrance?
Ep 346 - Caro begins a new journey
02 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY'S SHOW: Caro's new career path at Channel 7 Caro tells us all about the move and why she has made the decision to work with Channel 7 What...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 345
28 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SIX QUICK QUESTIONS, FOR RED ENERGY. 100% Australian owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy Corrie to Caro: Should the Government avoid Pa...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 345
27 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. Search Prince Wine Store dot com dot au This week: Adelaide wines Adela...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 345
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF brought to us by Red Energy. Owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to 100% Aussie owned Red Energy. BOOK: Caro reviews The Co...
Ep 345 - I think you're pretty word perfect
26 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW: The sad and tragic passing of Edward Millear – and how it was reported Adelaide wines with Myles Thomson We reflect on Rob...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Epsiode 344
21 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caro and Corrie ask each other 6 quick questions to wrap up episode 344.
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 344
20 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Book, Screen and Food - from Episode 344.
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 344
19 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week Myles discusses Summer Reds, thanks to the Prince Wine Store.
QUICK LISTEN - Modern Dilemma - how soon can you re-partner?
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caro and Corrie discuss another mdoern dilemma this week - what are the acceptable parameters for re-partnering after your partner has passed?
Ep 344 - I've broken every rule on the dance floor
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE: - The AFL Indigenous All-Stars match - Corrie’s tips for hitting the dance floor - Corrie re...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 343
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF brought to us by Red Energy. Moving made easy. Call 131 806. BOOK: Caro reviews Rules of Civility by Amor Towles SCREEN: Caro reviews Prime Targ...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 343
15 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF brought to us by Red Energy. Moving made easy. Call 131 806. BOOK: Caro reviews Rules of Civility by Amor Towles SCREEN: Caro reviews Prime T...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 343
14 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SIX QUICK QUESTIONS Caro to Corrie: St Valentine’s Day this week. What’s your favourite romance movie Corrie to Caro: The Superbowl half-time sho...
QUICK LISTEN - Modern Dilemma - Re-gifting
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
This week's modern dilemma is related to a common theme we can all relate to - regifting!
Ep 343 - I don't think he's 100% comfortable with this
13 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE Succession planning – their history in the AFL and how will the Ken Hinkley handover play out The reputational damage for Sam Kerr S...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 342
07 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Corrie to Caro: Describe your attraction to Marianne Faithful Caro to Corrie: What was your cultural highlight last week Corrie to Caro: How do you fe...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - From Ep 342
06 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store and Myles Thomson. Search Prince Wine Store dot com dot au This week: Vermouth as a perfec...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 342
05 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF brought to us by RED ENERGY – Moving home? Stress less and make the move to Red Energy. Call 131 806. BOOK: Corrie reviews 2024 Booker shortl...
QUICK LISTEN - Modern Dilemma - FebFast
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Caro and Corrie discuss the way we deal with not drinking - especially in social events.
Ep 342 - You laugh, you mock, and you scoff!
03 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE - The DEI Policy & Australia’s dangerous move toward Trumpy exclusion policies - The Cocktail Cabinet –...
QUICK LISTEN - Six Quick Questions - From Ep 341
01 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
SIX QUICK QUESTIONS Corrie to Caro: Should Grace Tame have worn her anti-Murdoch t-shirt to the Australian of the Year event? Caro to Corrie: Which an...
QUICK LISTEN - BSF - From Ep 341
31 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
BSF – brought to us by Red Energy. BOOK: Caro on her Best Book of Summer 2024-25: Gabriel’s Moon by William Boyd Corrie on her Best Book of Summ...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet - Ep 341
30 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince Wine Store. Search Prince Wine Store dot com dot au. - Welcome Myles Thomson. This week: best of Summ...
Modern Dillema - Do you tell if you are 'WFB'?
29 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is it reasonable to be upfront and honest if you are 'WFB' (Working From Beach)?
Ep 341 - We are back for 2025!
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE It’s been a special summer for Caro and Corrie The stories of the summer – Donald Trump’s first week Caro’s take on the foo...
2024 Rewind - From Ep 323 - Cocktail Cabinet, Spanish Wines
25 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We talk Spanish Wines, thanks to the Prince Wine Store.
2024 Rewind - From Ep 335 - American alcohol
22 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to the Prince Wine Store, we discuss American alcohol.
2024 Rewind - From Ep 332 - The Cocktail Cabinet
20 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode from 2024, we discussed wines to go with Spring Lamb.
2024 Rewind - From Ep 300 - Our milestone episode, The Cocktail Cabinet
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Join Caro, Corrie, Anna Barry and Myles Thomson for the Cocktail Cabinet, on the day of our 300th episode celebration!
2024 Rewind - The Cocktail Cabinet - Ep 328
13 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While Caro and Corrie have a break, listen back to the Cocktail Cabinet - this is from Episode 328. THE COCKTAIL CABINET – brought to us by Prince W...
2024 Rewind - From Ep 336 - The Cocktail Cabinet thanks to the Prince Wine Store
08 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
While Caro and Corrie take a break over the summer, we will post some clips from 2025 - of both BSF and the Cocktail Cabinet. Enjoy! THE COCKTAIL CABI...
2024 Rewind - From Ep 330 - BSF
06 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
We hope you're having a great summer so far - here's a DSTM rewind, from Ep 330. BOOK: Caro has a book: Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter SCREEN: Corri...
Cocktail Cabinet with Myles Thompson, from the Prince Wine Store (Ep #340)
19 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hear Myles' Christmas recommendations and tips, all thanks to the Prince Wine Store.
Anna's famous Turkey Brine Recipe - Ep 340
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Anna Barry joined us for our Christmas special! And of course, Anna was happy to share with us her famous Turkey Brine recipe.
Ep 340 - Christmas Special (feat. Anna from the Op Shop)
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Our Christmas special – with Anna Barry, special guest co-host! How to navigate the next week with decorum, patience & goodwill to all men (and w...
Book, Screen, Food - Top 5 lists for 2024 (and 2025) - Ep 339
09 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
2024 BOOKS (see show notes from full show podcast) 2025 BOOKS (see show notes from full show podcast) 2024 SCREENS All Of Us Strangers Kneecap Lee Bli...
The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep #339 - The Prince Wine Store
04 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myles Thomson gives us 5 Christmas Day wines to consider.
Ep 339 - The Big Lists of 2024 (and 2025)
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE A show of lists! Categories include: top 5 footy stories, news stories, books, screens, food, gifts Email us at feedback@dontshootpod...
The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep #338 - The Prince Wine Store
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myles Thomson gives us details on the latest Mixed Dozen.
Ep 338 - If Alan Jones was a woman...
25 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: Alan Jones’ fall from grace The Martha Stewart documentary Changing AFL media landscape Saoirse Ronan’s viral clip from The Gra...
Ep 337 - Don't Shoot the... Moderator
18 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK: The role of a moderator Corrie's mini-break When is the next federal election? Why don't our current AFL greats want to get into coachi...
The Cocktail Cabinet with Myles - from Ep #336 - The Prince Wine Store
17 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myles gives us his recommendations for the week.
Ep 336 - Kelli Underwood, special guest co-host
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE: Special guest co-host, Kelli Underwood Caro asks Kelli about her decision finish with Offsiders We explore Kelli’s experience as a ...
Ep 335 - The US Election
06 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW Our thoughts on the US election The result, the media coverage, what it means going forward Why are people so keen to get into the ...
The Cocktail Cabinet with Myles - from Ep #335 - The Prince Wine Store
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heat the recommendations from Myles Thomson from the Prince Wine Store.
The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep #334 - The Prince Wine Store
30 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We get the best recommendations for the week thanks to Prince Wine Store.
Ep 334 - John Silvester - Sly of the Underworld
28 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK’S EPISODE Special guest, John Silvester (Sly of the Underworld) True crime, crime drama and books We discuss Jack Ginnivan The US Elect...
The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep #333 - The Prince Wine Store
23 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Heat the best recommendations thanks to the Prince Wine Store.
Ep 333 - I don't like dress ups
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW: The GWS dress up story The New York Times Top 100 books of 21st century The US election Lidia Thorpe’s interruption to the K...
The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep #332 - The Prince Wine Store
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We discuss the recommendations from the Prince Wine Store.
Ep 332 - King Charles Has Snubbed Melbourne!
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE King Charles’ visit to Australia Why kitchens are our world A frustration with Wordle Heartwarming moments KITCHEN CONFIDENT...
Ep 331 - Can Girl Power Win Elections?
07 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: The challenges with Daylight Savings Can Girl Power win elections? How did Caro cope without Football? Corrie’s long-term cr...
Ep 330 - This Was One For The Good Guys
02 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: A Grand Final Review The Chris Fagan story Why Caro wouldn’t be surprised if Dean Cox is coaching Sydney in the next couple of ye...
Ep 329 - AFL Grand Final week
26 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - It’s Grand Final week! - Why Port Adelaide are a watch for Caro - Changing roles in the media landscape - Meryl Streep’s power...
Ep 328 - Words matter, remember that
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW - Footy finals roundup - The US Presidential debate - Our thoughts on the Emmy’s - ...
Ep 327 - Live from Red Energy HQ
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Live from Red Energy! - Date night at the footy – Caro and Corrie went to watch the Hawks - ...
Ep 326 - When in doubt, blame the woman (The Yoko Ono Syndrome)
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE: - Father’s Day & a weekend without footy - The fallout with Christian Petracca and Melbourne - Why are wives and partners often ...
Ep 325 - The Wooden Spoon Bandit
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK’S SHOW - Our wrap of the 2024 AFL Home and Away season - The sad passing of Sam Landsberger - Th...
Ep 324 - Turn up on time, know your lines and don't be a dick
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: - The wither of Australian free-to-air TV - The challenges the alcohol and hospitality industries are fac...
Ep 323 - Travelling never gets any less enjoyable
14 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: Caro returns! We hear all about her trip All the sports news – Dusty, Olympics & Hawthorn’s rise The impact Kamala Harris i...
Ep 322 - Falling in love with Paris again
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE - Corrie is joined by Anna Barry and Jake Niall in studio - Dustin Martin’s retirement - The ...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 321
31 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gabrielle Poy from the Prince Wine Store joins us in studio to discuss French Reds and the French 75.
Ep 321 - Family Episode, with Steve Perkin
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Special guest, Steve Perkin, joining Corrie this week! - Steve speaks about his career in journalism & a...
Ep 320 - Caro's trip to the UK
17 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE: - Caro joins us from the UK - The attempted assassination of Donald Trump - A special recipe from Caro’s daughter, Clementine ...
Ep 319 - Sid & Nancy
08 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Mike Sheahan co-hosting in Corrie’s absence - Caro reflects on the treatment of Julia Gillard - How have we rated Andrew Dil...
Ep 318 - Two big international news moments
01 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK: Two big international news stories – The US Presidential debate & the release of Julian Assange The new Midnight Oil documentary Winter w...
QUICK LISTEN = The Cocktail Cabinet - Brandy Alexander
26 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myles Thomson has a wonderful Brandy Alexander recipe for us.
Ep 317 - People are complicated
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS EPISODE - The bombshell historic story revealed at the Australian Rules Hall of Fame - Corrie takes Caro to task in ...
Ep 316 - I remember when 20 sounded so old
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Dusty’s Day – his 300th game - Jason Dunstall’s elevation to Legend status - The Br...
Ep 315 - Is there something else here?
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW Turmoil at channel 9 & Peter Costello’s resignation King’s Birthday honours for Daniel Andrews Caro’s chat with Simon G...
Ep 314 - Here we are again, happy as can be
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: Laura Tingle, the ABC and the Murdoch media empire We discuss Caro’s article on Alastair Clarkson & the latest with the Hawthorn ...
Ep 313 - Your media team is so hopeless they don't even check the weather!
28 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON THIS WEEK'S SHOW: 2 high-profile Aus companies experience #metoo moments Portrait controversies continue Tasmania wines The impact Reece Witherspoo...
Ep 312 - Good on you, nuns
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW We discuss portraits! The Kings’ Portrait, the first since his coronation And Gina Rinehart had requested the removal of an unfl...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 311
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
THE COCKTAIL CABINET with MYLES THOMPSON – brought to us by Prince Wine Store Myles brings us a selection of whiskeys for National Cocktail Day Mur...
Ep 311 - You already knew that, smarty-pants
14 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY'S SHOW: A milestone birthday in Caro's family As we head toward the Sir Doug Nicholls Indigenous Round, what’s keeping footy’s bosses a...
Ep 310 - Enough is Enough
07 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - The AFL’s stance on violence against women - The derogatory list involving Yarra Valley Grammar School...
Ep 309 - I've become obsessed with Writers Festivals
01 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY'S SHOW A wrap of a WONDERFUL weekend at the Sorrento Writers Fest Caro's story with Jeremy Finlayson A discussion on Vanity Fair Podcast ...
Ep 308 - Live from the Sorrento Writers Fest
24 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY'S SHOW It's our live recording from the Sorrento Writers Fest! We were delighted to have Marg Downey join us for a chat Anna from the Op S...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 307
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hear Myles' recommendations on the Cocktail Cabinet. He'll have more for us in episode 308!
Ep 307 - We’ve got a party
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW The tragic events at Bondi Junction Francesca Carter joins the show to discuss the emotional heaviness in Ballarat right now A deep-...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 306
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Myles Thomson joins us to discuss Autumn wines!
Ep 306 - I love the extra hour of sleep
09 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Gather Round – everywhere you walk someone has a smile on their face! - Sam Mostyn’s appointment as ...
QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 305
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
It's Gather Round - so let's celebrate Adelaide Wines!
Ep 305 - Is Easter the best holiday of the year?
02 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: - The Bruce Lehrmann case – what a stuff up! - The Mamamia report and the impact/future of influencers ...
Ep 304 - An Easter flavour with tips, preparation ideas and recommendations
26 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW: Easter preparation & tips – Haigs chocolate, swim in the ocean, feed your garden, bite the bullet for your summer clothes What’...
QUICK LISTEN - QUICK LISTEN - The Cocktail Cabinet from Ep 303
20 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Myles Thomson discusses Portuguese wine.
Ep 303 - Corrie, you are an intelligent woman!
19 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
ON TODAY’S SHOW - Kate Middleton – what’s going on!? - Caro celebrated her nephew’s wedding – and ...