It’s the Whisky Talking

craigspeelman

In this podcast, Harrie and Craig take a light-hearted look at their current favourite whisky, things that have got them thinking lately, other things that just pop into their heads while they’re talking, and matters that have slowly taken on more significance as they ease their way into the last third of their lives.

Episodes

  1. 23 FEB

    Episode 6

    In this episode, Craig and Harrie discuss the idea of rest in retirement, and the changing nature of ‘having a coffee with a friend’ and the complexity associated with considering contrary opinions. The special guest in this episode is Tracy Swanson, a cardiac rehabilitation nurse specialist, and wife of Harrie. Tracy provides valuable information and advice regarding heart health.

    1h 3m

  2. 9 FEB

    Episode 5

    In this episode Craig and Harrie discuss the wildlife situation in Hillarys, splitting bills in restaurants, the bizarre experience of being asked for a tip prior to receiving any service, and the varying quality of “customer service”. Their special guest in this episode is Carlo Sapienza, who spent his working life in the banking industry, and is now happily retired with various activities keeping him as busy as he likes.

    51 min

  3. 16/11/2025

    Episode 4

    Craig and Harrie sample another of Starboard's finest whiskys - the Ginger Beer Cask Single Malt Australian Whisky - while considering the relative dangers of bees, security doors and reliving the past. Their special guest today is Geoff Black, and expert in being retired.

    57 min

  4. 09/11/2025

    Episode 3

    Craig interviews his brother, Jonathan Speelman. Craig and Harrie consider the pros and cons of semi-retirement, and explore the surprise of whiskies from Bhutan.

    50 min

  5. 02/11/2025

    Episode 2

    Craig interviews his Dad, Paul Speelman, and Craig and Harrie discuss the idea that retiring from work doesn't suit everyone. They also luxuriate in the delights of Whipper Snapper's Upshot Australian Corn Whiskey.

    41 min

  6. 26/10/2025

    Episode 1

    Craig Speelman and Harrie Swanson share their thoughts about entering the last third of life, while enjoying the delights of Starward's Nova single-malt whisky.

    34 min
  • 6 Episodes

About

In this podcast, Harrie and Craig take a light-hearted look at their current favourite whisky, things that have got them thinking lately, other things that just pop into their heads while they’re talking, and matters that have slowly taken on more significance as they ease their way into the last third of their lives.

Information

  • Creator
    craigspeelman
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    6
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    It’s the Whisky Talking