Left After Breakfast

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Weekly Commentary and Chat from a progressive viewpoint, songs of solidarity with Susanna Duffy and Friends

Episodes

  • Woody Guthrie

    This episode of Left After Breakfast focuses on Woody Guthrie, his music during the 1930s, and his Songs of Struggle, including a version of 'All you fascists bound to lose'.

  • Anvils and Anthems

    This episode of Left After Breakfast, titled "Anvils and Anthems," features discussions on Mayday brass and songs associated with red rallies.

  • Indigenous Valour. Lest we forget

    The Left After Breakfast episode "Indigenous Valour. Lest we forget" discusses the uncredited service of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and women who fought as Australian troops abroad.

  • Ballads of the Banished

    The podcast episode "Ballads of the Banished" from the show Left After Breakfast focuses on songs concerning the transportation of individuals to Australia's penal settlements, describing them as the "felon chorus."

  • Gone Troppo.

    The podcast episode "Gone Troppo." from the show "Left After Breakfast" discusses the shift from the Outback to the ocean in the Top End, featuring sounds shaped by its warm, coastal environments.

  • Hear the Courage. Keep the Flame.

    This episode features songs from the Easter Rising of 1916, exploring music's role in preserving and amplifying historical events.

  • Soft Voices, Loud Times. Peter, Paul and Mary

    This episode, "Soft Voices, Loud Times," from the podcast Left After Breakfast, discusses the folk music revival of the early 1960s, highlighting the contributions of Peter, Paul and Mary in popularizing the genre. It is part of the "Folk…

  • Dolores Keane, Candlelight over Connemara

    This episode features Dolores Keane, highlighting her singing talent and contribution to the global recognition of Irish music.

  • Shamrock Shakedown

    This episode of Shamrock Shakedown, titled 'Halo or Hoax?', audits the legend of St. Patrick, exploring the historical figure's facts, myths, and marvels.

  • IWD Greetings

    This episode features greetings for International Women's Day 2026. Lynne Schroeder of YouTube channel ExploreWithLynne joins the discussion.

  • The Story of Seaman Dan

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  • The Legacy of Joe Hill

    Joe Hill was a significant figure in labor history, recognized as an IWW martyr and labor folk hero for his songwriting, union organizing, and impactful final message to workers.

  • The Futility of War with Eric Bogle

    This episode of Left After Breakfast features Eric Bogle's song often considered the best Australian song of all time, which serves as a tribute to fallen WWI soldiers and a protest against war. The episode also includes additional anti-wa…

  • In Appreciation of Ewan MacColl

    This episode of Left After Breakfast focuses on Ewan MacColl, referencing a London plaque that describes him as a Folk Laureate, Singer, Dramatist, Marxist, and a fighter for Peace and Socialism. The plaque was presented by his communist f…

  • Keeping Faith

    The episode details the life of Faith Petric, a political radical and musician active for nearly a century. She is known for uniting folk music and activism, encouraging social change, and inspiring women and elders to challenge stereotype…

  • Ted Egan, True Blue Territorian

    Ted Egan, a folklorist, songwriter, and performer known as the "Outback Song Man," lived in Australia's Northern Territory from 1949 to 2025. He released 30 albums and authored 15 books, celebrating Northern Territory life and culture.

  • Tribute to Alistair Hulett

    The Left After Breakfast podcast episode pays tribute to the music of Alistair Hulett, remembering him as a singer, songwriter, punk rocker, and Co-founder of Socialist Alternative.

  • Songs of Eureka

    The podcast episode "Songs of Eureka" from the show Left After Breakfast discusses the story of Eureka using songs.

  • The Shearers' Strike of 1891

    The Shearers' Strike of 1891 involved over 1,000 men striking for better conditions and union recognition in Barcaldine. The four-month strike concluded with 13 leaders receiving three-year hard labor sentences at St Helena Island prison.

  • Ned Kelly, the Legend

    The episode "Ned Kelly, the Legend" from the show "Left After Breakfast" discusses the enduring legend of Ned Kelly, drawing parallels to the folk song "The Stars and Stripes Forever" and its themes.

  • Tribute to Dick Gaughan

    This episode of Left After Breakfast is a tribute to Dick Gaughan, recognizing his contributions as a traditional Scottish singer and his work as a social activist.

  • Tribute to George Despard

    This episode is a tribute to George Despard, who is described as the gentle warrior.

  • Tribute to Robbie Burns

    This episode of Left After Breakfast features a selection of works by Robbie Burns, noted for his place in Scotland's history.

  • Tribute to John Cummins

    This episode is a tribute to John Cummins on the anniversary of his passing. It includes reflective comments from several speakers.

  • Blockade!

    The podcast episode "Blockade!" from the show Left After Breakfast discusses the history of blockades that have been used to protect the Australian environment.

  • Margret Roadknight

    This episode of Left After Breakfast features Marget Roadknight, discussing her career in music spanning over six decades and her connection to the music scene in Melbourne.

  • Radiothon Edition

    This episode, titled "Radiothon Edition," is part of the "Left After Breakfast" podcast and discusses Radiothon 2025.

  • Aboriginal Anzacs

    The episode 'Aboriginal Anzacs' on the podcast 'Left After Breakfast' discusses the military service of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in Australia's defense forces.

  • Rollicking Sea Shanties

    This episode of Left After Breakfast, titled "Rollicking Sea Shanties," explores the topic of sea shanties, which are the working songs traditionally sung by sailors.

  • 1891

    This episode of Left After Breakfast discusses the reported falling price of wool in 1891 and the associated Shearers' Strike.

  • Tribute to Auriel Andrew

    This episode pays tribute to Auriel Andrew, an Arrente country music singer from the Northern Territory. She is noted as the first Aboriginal woman to appear on Australian television as an entertainer, recognized for her sweet voice.

  • AUKUS the Biggest Scam

    This episode of Left After Breakfast focuses on the AUKUS security pact, describing it as a major scam. The discussion also includes proposals for revising the current taxation system.

  • Racism on the rise

    The episode discusses an increase in racism attributed to the defeat of the Voice referendum, noting that some parliament members, like Senator Nampijinpa Price, are perceived as emboldened by this.", detected_language=

  • Peter Dutton looking for votes

    This episode discusses Peter Dutton looking for votes, noting his entry into the battle for the Bro Votes.

  • What a Waste

    The podcast episode "What a Waste" from "Left After Breakfast" examines waste within the capitalist system and explores the assertion that the USA is the most aggressive and violent country in recorded history.

  • From the Blockades

    This episode of Left After Breakfast discusses the Blockades, tracing their history from the 1970s to the present day and exploring the music that emerged from them.

  • Songs of Solidarity - Alistair Hulitt

    The 'Songs of Solidarity' episode of Left After Breakfast pays tribute to Alistair Hulitt, recognizing his contributions as a singer, songwriter, and international socialist.

  • Dare to Struggle - Memories of Cummo

    This episode of Left After Breakfast shares memories of John Cummins, invoking the saying 'Dare to struggle, dare to win.'

  • Roy Bailey Tribute part two

    This episode is part two of a tribute to Roy Bailey, who was a sociologist, socialist, and musician.

  • Tax Money, Church Money

    This episode of Left After Breakfast covers the prevalence of dishonesty in political discourse and addresses the topic of whether churches should be subject to taxation.

  • Peaceful Melodies: Anti-War Songs of the 60s

    This episode of Left After Breakfast, titled "Peaceful Melodies: Anti-War Songs of the 60s," delves into the anti-war music of the 1960s. The description indicates this is the first part of a series exploring these songs.

  • Our Indigenous Soldiers

    This episode of Left After Breakfast provides a brief look at some of the indigenous soldiers.

  • Anzac and Jingoism

    The podcast episode 'Anzac and Jingoism' on the show 'Left After Breakfast' examines the glorification of war through patriotism and the 'Aussie way'.

  • Tune Union

    This episode of Union Music, titled 'Tune Union,' features a singalong.

  • Australia a Republic, we don't need the British Royals

    The podcast episode Left After Breakfast discusses the topic of Australia becoming a republic and expresses negative views on the British Royal Family, labeling them as "parasitical".

  • Tribute to Roy Bailey

    This episode is a tribute to Roy Bailey, an English Socialist Folk Singer. Roy Bailey lived from 20 October 1935 to 20 November 2018.

  • Talking to Women

    This episode of Left After Breakfast features women sharing their experiences from the 1970s and 1980s. It also includes poetry from Comrade Natasha.

  • Scott has Left the Building

    This episode of Left After Breakfast discusses the departure of former Prime Minister Scott Morrison from the political scene following two years on the back bench.

  • Right Wing Group spends thousands on Facebook

    This episode of Left After Breakfast covers the spending of a right-wing lobby group on Facebook, noting its role in emboldening racists and impacting Traditional Heritage Rights.

  • The funding of the Voice defeat

    This episode of Left After Breakfast discusses the financial backing of the anti-Voice campaign and questions whether Australia is a racist nation. It also includes a review of The Palace Letters.