Incredible Lives With Cainey

#030 - Snake Catcher Bronte Newcastle Snake & Reptile Relocator

Sun, 12 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT

On this episode we delve into the world of snakes and animals with Snake Catcher Bronte, in which we discuss how she got into her line of work, as well as some things we should all know about animals.

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#029 - Charlotte McCabe Newcastle Greens Mayoral Candidate

Sun, 05 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT

The the fourth part of our Newcastle mayoral candidate series, we’re joined by current deputy mayor, and Greens candidate for Mayor Charlotte McCabe.

She joins just for a talk about the big issues around Newcastle, with no questions off the table.

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Hidden Gems: Barber Frank O'Keeffe

Thu, 02 Apr 2026 19:00:00 GMT

On this episode of Hidden Gems, we are joined by barber Frank O'Keefe. He tells us some tales from a lifetime of cutting hair.

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#028 - Jenny Barrie Newcastle Liberal Mayoral Candidate

Sun, 29 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Our guest for the third part of our Newcastle Mayoral candidate series is the Liberal candidate Jenny Barrie.

She joins us for a big interview, in which we continue asking questions of council, and cover the challenges that arise representing the Liberal Party in such a Labor stronghold that is Newcastle.

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#027 - Gavin Morris Newcastle Independent Mayoral Candidate

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Part two of our Newcastle Mayoral Candidate series continues with Gavin Morris, who is running as an Independent.

After being labelled as a tough interviewer last week, Cainey doesn’t let up as he gets in and asks the hard questions once more!

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#026 - Declan Clausen Newcastle Labor Mayoral Candidate

Sun, 15 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

In part one of our Newcastle Mayoral Candidate series, Declan Clausen in an in depth interview talking about his experience in Newcastle Council, and what impact he would make if he is elected as a mayor.

In true Cainey style, nothing is off the table in this discussion, and it makes for viewing and listening.

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Hidden Gems: Cameleer Joel Starr

Sun, 08 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

On this episode of Hidden Gems we are joined by Joel Starr as he chats about the bumps and humps of being a Camel handler.

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#025 - Jason Van Genderen Filmmaker, iPhone Creator, Creative Media Presenter, and Dementia Advocate

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Our guest this week is Filmmaker, iPhone Creator, Creative Media Presenter, and Dementia Advocate Jason Van Genderen

In this unforgettable chat we discuss plenty about storytelling and the human experience.

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#024 - Nathan Green Former PGA Tour Player

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

The next guest on Incredible Lives with Cainey is former professional golfer on the PGA Tour, and frankly just a great bloke, Nathan Green.

Hear all about the highs and lows about playing at such a high level, and some of the antics of the tour itself.

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#23 - 'The Mulletlord' Dan Brown Entrepreneur, Surfer, & Folk Hero

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

On this week’s episode we are blessed to be joined by The Mulletlord himself Dan Brown, big wave surfer, owner of Lord's Coffee & Supply, and legend of a bloke.

This is a very in depth interview, and nothing is off the table.

Content Warning - Drug addiction, Mental Health Issues, and Suicide.

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Hidden Gems: KB United Legend Graham Heys

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

For the first episode of our Hidden Gems series it's Former Newcastle KB United’s fiery striker, Graham Heys!

The redheaded Englishman took the NSL by storm after taking a punt on his football career by moving to Australia in 1978, going on to score 19 goals from 73 games.

Currently residing in Speers Point, Graham reveals he had the fight of his life on his hands in 2022 as a rare medical condition went close to dictating a final whistle!

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#22 - Jacob Ure Young Historian & Detectorist

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Our guest on this weeks episode is Jacob Ure, known for his Historical Project and Social Media work Our Past. In a great interview in which Jacob and Michael take a deep dive into Newcastle's history, the pyramids, and Jacobs travels around the world.

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#21 - Derek McVey Former Rugby League Player & Coach

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Running off the back fence this week is former Balmain and St. Helens player Derek McVey.

He has some cracking stories about his unique time in rugby league,

including yarns about John Ilias, the Super League war, and life as a coach in the USA.

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#20 - Teza McKenna Newcastle Surfing, Singing & Radio Icon

Sun, 18 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Fresh off our second live show, there were just too many stories to tell with Teza that we had to get him in the studio for a chat. Plenty of wild stories in this one, ranging from bikies, bra boys, ping pong ball surfboards and plenty more!

Includes music by Priimal.

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#019 - Rick McCosker Former Australian Test Cricketer

Sun, 11 Jan 2026 19:00:00 GMT

Fresh of Australia's Ashes win, we decided that our Guest this week is former Australian Test Cricketer Rick McCosker. Plenty of cricket chat, including the Centenary Test and World Series Cricket. We also dig into his life post cricket career as well.

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The Incredible Lives Talk Show #2 - Part Two, Craig Bloxom, Terry "Teza" McKenna, Mark Evans

Wed, 31 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT

This special episode is the recording of the second half of our second live show from Flamingos Live.

Our guests are: Craig Bloxom, Terry "Teza" McKenna, Mark Evans.

Featuring music from The RSPYS

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The Incredible Lives Talk Show #2 - Part One, Craig Bloxom, Terry "Teza" McKenna, Mark Evans

Wed, 24 Dec 2025 19:00:00 GMT

This special episode is the recording of the first half of our second live show from Flamingos Live.

Our guests are: Craig Bloxom, Terry "Teza" McKenna, Mark Evans.

Featuring music from Teza Mckenna

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#018 - Hypnotik aka Scott Foster Master Hypnotist & Illusionist

Sun, 30 Nov 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Our guest for this episode is none other that master hypnotist and illusionist, Hypnotik himself, Scott Foster. This is another great podcast, full of great stories, outrageous laughs, and even a trick or two thrown in there for good measure, don’t miss it!

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#017 - Brian Lizotte Caterer to the Stars, Restaurateur & Musician

Sat, 29 Nov 2025 02:20:15 GMT

For this episode we are joined in the studio with the one and only Brian Lizotte!

Brian has well and truly led an incredible life, catering to the stars, and running award winning entertainment restaurants, he has some amazing stories to share.

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The Incredible Lives Talk Show #1 - Part two, Craig McLachlan, Tanya Wilks, Tony Mowbray

Sun, 16 Nov 2025 18:00:00 GMT

Part two of our first live show at Flamingos Live. This one is a deep cut, we cover the biggest topics relating to our three guests and we leave no stone unturned. Thank you once again to Craig McLachlan, Tanya Wilks, and Tony Mowbray for sharing your stories.

Featuring music from Six String Stories.

If you want to be apart of our next live show, tickets are available here: https://flamingos.live/show/the-incredible-lives-talk-show-dec/

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The Incredible Lives Talk Show #1 - Part One, Craig McLachlan, Tanya Wilks, Tony Mowbray

Sun, 09 Nov 2025 18:00:00 GMT

This special episode is the recording of our first ever live show from Flamingos Live.

Our guests are: Craig McLachlan, Tanya Wilks, and Tony Mowbray.

Featuring music from Six String Stories.

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#016 - Todd Sergeant Newcastle’s Long-Time Breakfast Show Host & Radio Icon

Sun, 02 Nov 2025 19:00:00 GMT

On this episode we are joined by a Newcastle radio icon and 2NURFM's breakfast show host Todd Sergeant. We talk through his extensive media career, some of the incredible things that he does outside of the studio, and we delve into some subjects that can't be talked about on traditional media.

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#015 - Craig Hamilton Former Sports Broadcaster & Mental Health Advocate

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Our guest for this episode of Incredible Lives, is former sports (and gardening) broadcaster, mental health advocate, keynote speaker, and author is Craig Hamilton.

Craig is well known for his time with the ABC, and his work in the mental health space. We have a big chat about all that, and plenty about a sport which he is quite passionate about in cricket.

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#014 - Richard Hume Self-Described Challenge Chaser

Sun, 21 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Our next guest is Richard Hume. He is a self described challenge chaser, having run a triple iron man and rowed the Atlantic Ocean.

But that’s just a small part of his incredible life, just wait until you hear the rest.

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#013 - Joel Howlett Highly Acclaimed Magician

Sun, 14 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Our guest on this episode is the magical Joel Howlett. This Newcastle-based and highly acclaimed magician has taken the world by storm, preforming magic and illusions since a young age. He joins us for an enchanting interview as we immerse ourselves into the wonderful world of magic!

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#012 - Simon Hill The Voice Of Australian Football

Sun, 07 Sep 2025 20:00:00 GMT

On this very special episode we are joined by commentator and journalist Simon Hill. Simon has been considered the voice of Australian football over the last 20 years, and we were very lucky to get one last, tell all, interview before he left.

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#011 - Tony Mowbray Adventurer, Sailor, Public Speaker

Sun, 31 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT

On this episode we are joined by Australian adventurer, sailor, and public speaker Tony Mowbray.

We go through Tony’s incredible life, covering his solo trip around the world, his time competing in the Sydney to Hobart race, and what he is up to now, including launching his new book.

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#010 - Wayne Rogers Entertainer, Theatre Owner, Female Impersonator

Sun, 24 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT

This week, our guest is none other than entertainer, theatre owner, and finalist on Australia’s Got Talent, Wayne Rogers. Wayne is known for his extraordinary vocals, costumes, wigs and make up as a female impersonator, he is truly an amazing entertainer. Hear all about his incredible life from growing up in Tamworth, his time on AGT, and now owning Flamingos (formerly Lizotte's Newcastle) a theater restaurant.

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#009 - Peter Lewis Colourful Cartoonist & Artist

Sun, 17 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Our guest this week on “Incredible Lives” with Cainey is none other than artist, and cartoonist, Peter Lewis. He is a colourful character and staple of the Newcastle Herald up until 2016, you could see his work daily, dripping with his humour and social commentary. He is also still working on cartoons and recently constructed an art piece that is to be seen to be believed, which you can at the Newcastle Museum from the end of September.

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#008 - Lawrie McKinna From Player, To Coach, To Council

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 01:53:01 GMT

On this episode, we have a true man of the people, Lawrie McKinna, join us. We go through his incredible life from his early days in Scotland and playing for Kilmarnock, then making the move across to Australia, where he would have a massive impact on Australian football, until now, in politics, where he is now the mayor of the Central Coast.

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Best of Vol.1

Sun, 03 Aug 2025 20:00:00 GMT

As we shape up for the next round of episodes, we take a look back at the incredible guests that we've already had on. Craig Johnston, Luke Davico, John Ure, Jye Currie, Max Markson, Dr. Andrew Gardiner, and Mike Rabbitt.

Enjoy this taste of what we've done so far, and we can't wait to bring you more episodes shortly.

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#007 - John Ure Former NSW Police Detective

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT

We go true crime with former NSW police detective John Ure.

An immense chat is had covering police work through the 70s and 80s, jail escapee’s, car chases, shoot-outs, three royal commissions, and more!

This video contains material that some viewers may find distressing or triggering.

Listener discretion is advised.

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#006 - Dr Andrew Gardiner The Brains Behind The Brains

Sun, 20 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT

In this Episode we talk to one of Newcastle, and the world's, leading neuropsychologists Dr Andrew Gardiner. There is quite a bit of brain talk including CTE and performace psychology, in what is our most cerebal podcast yet.

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#005 - Luke Davico In The Wrong Place At The Right Time

Sun, 13 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT

It's all happening in the episode! Former NRL player Luke Davico joins us as we go through his Incredible Life. A fantastic chat about footy, health, travelling, and adventuring is had. With many fantastic stories including when the Canberra Raiders team ended up in the Ashes winning Australian Cricket team’s change room at Trent Bridge in ‘97!

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#004 - Max Markson Publicist to the Stars

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 20:00:00 GMT

This episode feels lke a real number, with songs included, as Max Markson joins us for a chat about his incredible life, which covers over five decades of working with the entertainment industry.

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#003 - Jye Currie Award Winning Film-maker & Globetrotter

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Australian film director and writer Jye Currie, best known for “The Promise” and “Beat” joins us as

we delve into Jye’s life with an epic and eye-opening chat discussing storytelling, film-making, travel and humanity.

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#002 - Mike 'Rabs’ Rabbitt Newcastle Televison Icon

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Newcastle Television Icon Mike 'Rabs" Rabbitt joins us for an in depth chat about his life before, during, and after being on NBN's nightly news. We look into some of the historical moments of Newcastle history throughout the 80s and 90s. As well as, some great yarns about the regions sport, and just how wild local televison used to be.

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#001 - Craig Johnston Inventor, Innovator, Legend

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 20:00:00 GMT

Australian Football and Liverpool FC great, Craig Johnston joins us for a highly in-depth interview about life after Football, and what is the next part of his legacy.

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Craig Johnston Teaser

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 22:59:33 GMT

A clip of our upcoming episode with Craig Johnston which aired on 2GB Sydney's Wide World of Sports with Adam Hawse.

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