A World Of Our Own

Universal Music Australia
  • 4.5 (2)
  • PERFORMING ARTS

The official Seekers podcast is co-hosted by Graham Simpson, the group's representative, historian and biographer, and Christopher Patrick, co-author (with Simpson) of 'The Seekers: The 50 Year Recorded History of Australia's First Supergroup'. Each episode features Graham and Christopher reminiscing about The Seekers – the group's early days and their reunion years – with many never-before-heard stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

  1. Rarities and Other Hidden Treasures from The Seekers

    05/14/2020

    Rarities and Other Hidden Treasures from The Seekers

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss some of the hidden treasures recorded by The Seekers back in the 1960s, including radio jingles and the three 'lost' songs from the 1967 Myer Music Bowl concert which will finally be released by Decca Records. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  2. A Christmas Cracker from The Seekers

    12/04/2019

    A Christmas Cracker from The Seekers

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss why it took The Seekers so long to release a Christmas album, and what makes 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas' such a unique record for the group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  3. Carnival of Hits & Puff, the Magic Dragon

    11/24/2019

    Carnival of Hits & Puff, the Magic Dragon

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick look back to the Carnival of Hits tour in 2000 and the confusion over the subsequent title 'Night of Nights'. They also discuss Peter, Paul and Mary's song 'Puff, the Magic Dragon' and why so many fans still mistake it for a Seekers hit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    20 min
  4. Pre-Show Rituals and Set Lists

    11/12/2019

    Pre-Show Rituals and Set Lists

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss Judith, Bruce, Keith and Athol's pre-show ritual, and how the band chooses a concert set list. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 min
  5. Reunions, André Rieu and Judith's Health Scare

    11/02/2019

    Reunions, André Rieu and Judith's Health Scare

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss how the Seekers reunion tours came about, the band's collaboration with The King of the Waltz André Rieu, and Judith Durham's health scare during the 2013 Golden Jubilee Tour of Australia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    28 min
  6. Working with The Seekers and Favourite Songs

    10/26/2019

    Working with The Seekers and Favourite Songs

    In this episode, Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss how they each came to work with The Seekers. They also disclose which Seekers songs are their favourties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 min
  7. A World of Our Own – Introduction 2

    10/15/2019

    A World of Our Own – Introduction 2

    Graham Simpson and Christopher Patrick discuss what makes The Seekers unique and how the band was formed. They also dissect the influence the Seekers had one of Australia’s other favourite groups – ABBA. Graham and Christopher conclude this episode talking about the impact Tom Springfield had on the band.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    19 min
  8. A World of Our Own – Introduction 1

    09/05/2019

    A World of Our Own – Introduction 1

    Join co-hosts Graham Simpson, The Seekers representative, historian and biographer, and Christopher Patrick, co-author (with Simpson) of 'The Seekers: The 50 Year Recorded History Of Australia’s First Supergroup' as they reminisce about when they first heard The Seekers and the first time they saw the band perform.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    18 min
  9. A World of Our Own – Trailer

    09/03/2019

    A World of Our Own – Trailer

    The trailer to 'A World of Our Own'. Join co-hosts Graham Simpson, The Seekers representative, historian and biographer, and Christopher Patrick, co-author (with Simpson) of 'The Seekers: The 50 Year Recorded History Of Australia’s First Supergroup' as they reminisce about The Seekers' early years and reunion years, with some never-before-heard stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 min

Trailer

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About

The official Seekers podcast is co-hosted by Graham Simpson, the group's representative, historian and biographer, and Christopher Patrick, co-author (with Simpson) of 'The Seekers: The 50 Year Recorded History of Australia's First Supergroup'. Each episode features Graham and Christopher reminiscing about The Seekers – the group's early days and their reunion years – with many never-before-heard stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Information

  • Creator
    Universal Music Australia
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2020
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Decca Records
  • Show Website
    A World Of Our Own