Matho catches up with six-time Golden Guitar winner Amber Lawrence ahead of her return to Dubbo. Amber shares the story behind her number-one album Suburban Cowgirl, reflects on 20 years in Australian country music and talks about balancing family life with around 80 shows a year. She also reveals what audiences can expect when her high-energy Cowgirl To Me Tour arrives at Dubbo RSL on Sunday 27 September.

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Matho catches up with Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders to discuss what’s happening across the region. Dugald reflects on the successful return of Wellington’s Fong Lees Lane Festival, previews Dubbo’s Cross Cultural Carnivale and celebrates 12-year-old Dusty Langby’s incredible 540-kilometre walk from Warren to Canberra. They also discuss Dusty’s campaign for better regional paediatric care and the vital work of Little Wings.

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Matho catches up with Club Dubbo Bowls Manager Anthony Brown ahead of the 2026 Inland Petroleum City of Dubbo International Fours. Anthony previews the world-class players, $150,000 prize pool and community entertainment planned for the tournament, running from 22–24 September at Club Dubbo.

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Matho catches up with Triple M NRL commentator Anthony Maroon ahead of this weekend’s preliminary finals. They chat about the matchups, the pressure of playing for a Grand Final spot and what could decide the games.

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Aussie music icon Paul Kelly joins Matho for a candid conversation about the songs that have shaped generations, and what it’s like to keep performing them decades later.

From the idea that his songs now belong just as much to the audience as they do to him, to the memories of the people and moments carried within them, Paul reflects on a career that continues to evolve.

He also shares what keeps him touring, the joy of playing alongside long-time friends, and what fans in regional Australia can expect from the Red Hot Summer Tour — including his return to Dubbo for the first time in years (and his first show back after injury).

It’s a relaxed, honest chat with one of Australia’s most respected storytellers in music.

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Matho catches up with Triple M NRL commentator Anthony Maroon ahead of the second week of the finals. Maroon explains why calling finals footy brings a fresh level of excitement, previews the Roosters’ clash with the Sharks and the Warriors’ showdown with the Knights, and shares his tips for both elimination games. There’s also a look at the huge Eden Park crowd, returning players and the important matter of fuelling up for a big weekend behind the microphone.

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Matho catches up with film critic Shane A. Bassett—better known as Professor Popcorn—for the latest from the big and small screens. Shane wraps up the standout moments from the 2026 Emmy Awards, reviews the new Resident Evil movie and explains why Coyote vs. Acme is a treat for the whole family. He also recommends the gripping Australian thriller Last Seen, starring Patrick Brammall, now streaming on Apple TV.

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In this urgent and informative episode, I speak with a spokesperson from Australian Red Cross Lifeblood about their national callout for blood donors—especially those with O positive, O negative, A positive, and A negative blood types. As we head into winter, Lifeblood is experiencing the lowest O-type levels since 2023, and now A-type donations are also in high demand.

We discuss why O and A blood types are the most frequently used in hospitals, their role in emergency and trauma care, and why donations are so critical right now. With an extra 9,500 O-type donations needed this week alone, and growing concern for A-type stocks, your support has never been more vital.

🩸 In this episode:

• Why O negative is the universal blood type used in emergencies

• How A-type donors are urgently needed to support ongoing care

• What first-time donors can expect

• Why just one hour of your time could help save multiple lives

Whether you’re a regular donor or considering your first visit, this episode will inspire you to take action and give the gift of life.

📅 Book your appointment today:
📞 Call 13 14 95
💻 Visit lifeblood.com.au
📱 Download the DonateBlood app

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