Fresh From the Esky

Hodgens

Everyday people make up the largest portion of the worlds population, not movie stars, not sports stars and definitely not social influencers or the Kardashians (though it may seem that way with the media they receive). So what better for this large section of people than an podcast made by everyday people with everyday guests. Join Ledge and friends at his homemade backyard bar where along with his sons and other guests they enjoy a beer and discuss different subjects with a focus on sport but drifting to many varied subjects.

Episodes

  1. 09/11/2025

    S4 Episode 3: All at sea with Matt.

    With so many sports reaching there climatic end of season finals it only seemed appropriate that the much loved FFTE podcast put out it's third episode for the season. Though Ledge tries to sell every episode as a SPECIAL now, it is quiet easy to see this is an excuse for laziness. Just the same there is a special first in the ep with our guest ben the person that our previous guest Doctor Sean had said he thought we should have on FFTE. And so it is the along with Ben Ledge is joined by Glenmore hardman Matt Cameron, topics range across football, life in the defence force and working away from home. Ledge also remembers enough of the format to give Matt his now collectible FFTE cap and pen(something Marco the dutchman still awaits) and buy some beer for tasting. So you do the same grab a beer, have a listen and hopefully enjoy.

  2. 06/10/2025 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Season 1 Ep 4: Ordinary or not.

    Because this entity of "Fresh From the Esky" was created due to a Spotify stuff up it doesn't contain early episodes of this much loved podcast. Until now that is, ask and FFTE will deliver.Ledge and Ben take "Fresh From the Esky" on the road for the first time. In the palatial surrounds of Capricornia and Wandal/Glenmore Bulls administration icon Graham Orr. Graham along with wife Heather played a huge part in Australian rules football in central Queensland, now as Graham affectionally known as Orry enters his 9th decade on earth we look back at his earlier years. Train rides in his youth where a young Heather happened to be aboard as well. Who was "accidently" feeling up who as the daily commute would lurch and roll? And then who were the loved up young couple slick car salesman Orry sold a possibly relationship ending vehicle to? Find the answers to these questions and more as we barely scratch the surface of an interesting full life over a beer.  P.S For your listening pleasure Ben once again controlled audio on this episode.

  3. 06/10/2025 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Season 1 Ep3: Critiques at the speed of light.

    Because this entity of "Fresh From the Esky" was created due to a Spotify stuff up it does not contain early episodes of this much loved podcast. Until now that is, as the masses demand the masses will receive. This episode has Ledge & Ben on their own again discussing the critiques and feedback by the few active listeners...not the 4 billion we were hoping for yet. They talk about the responses to the first two episodes and then touch on an array of subjects such as music, physics, Ledge's inability to work the audio and Ben's worrying geography skills. As always the boys review another beer as it all goes down, even profanities are discussed on this usually family friendly show. Hopefully with a new audio producer in charge this episode is little bit easier on the ears.

  4. 06/09/2025

    S4 Episode2: Doctor in the house.

    Fresh From the Esky is back again in season 4, now with no specific timetable Ledge has proclaimed every episode to be a "SPECIAL". And with that said this episode is special indeed with not only FFTE returning but with it co-host Ben which only helps to add to the nostalgia. Then to really take things over the top the episode guest is the most highly educated guest to appear in FFTE history, Doctor Sean Peckover. As well as having published papers Sean finds the time time to partake in his sporting passions including the Glenmore Bulls, marathon running, ultra marathons, ironman triathlons, the Green Bay Packers and more. Ben comes up with some high intellect facts of his own while Ledge flounders though some surprisingly completed research does save him from completely drowning. So you know the routine grab a beer, have a listen and then share with your friends and enemies alike.

  5. 04/14/2025

    S4 Episode 1: Marco the off-grid Dutchman

    Hard to believe, but yes FFTE has returned(Joe Rogan beware) with fan mail at an all time high begging for a new episode it has finally happened. Ledge has had to familiarise himself with all the recording, editing and production nuances once again which has probably led to one of the less polished editions(if you can call any episodes polished) this is more than made up for with the quality of his guest Marinus Klinkenberg. In an episode that as per usual has no lineal content Ledge and Marco cover many topic in the hop scotch pattern that FFTE is famous for. Grab a beer(or cider) have a listen and enjoy.

  6. 11/26/2024

    Bonus S1 Episode 2: The extraordinary ordinary Wayne Redsell

    With Spotify now having created 2 entities of "Fresh From the Esky" it only seems fair that the new entity receives the whole experience. Believe it or not it wasn't always the slick production you listen to today! Living up to the expectations set by the introduction, this episode features some very ordinary audio quality, hopefully this doesn't take away from the interview and stories that Ledge and Ben discuss with Glenmore Bulls Legend and all round good guy Wayne Redsell. They delve into Wayne's early life, move to Rockhampton and love/participation of what seems like every sport. Find out what Australian Prime Minister changed the destiny of Wayne's young life, and sit back and listen to the boys talk about some beer, RedLedge and just how many children Wayne has...if he remembers correctly.  DISCLAMIER: Audio quality may sound poor, it is recommended to listen through headphones, we promise to improve on this for the future episodes, just remember it's only two ordinary guys running this whole production.

  7. 05/27/2024 ·  Bonus

    Bonus Episode: Back to the start. The G.O.A.T debate

    Revisit the beginning Episode 1 Meet the team behind possibly the world's greatest podcast (hey, if you're going to dream, dream big). In this, the first episode the boys Ledge and Ben discuss themselves and the format of the show lightly before they delve into the GOAT debate. Who is Heather Mackay? Is she the unknown Greatest Athlete of All Time? Or are their others that can lay a claim to this prestigious title? Maybe a certain hockey player or an Australian cricket legend? Sit back, grab a beer and hopefully enjoy!

    Bonus Episode: Back to the start. The G.O.A.T debate

  8. 05/27/2024

    S3 Episode 3: The reunion special.

    It takes Ben to drag Ledge back behind the microphone after the Spotify shambles that has left S3 Episode 2 and all following episodes as a separate entity from the previous 70 odd episodes of what has become part of a staple diet for many podcast listeners. Feeling he had lost listeners and followers and was practically starting all over again Ledge thought it was a mountain to high, but Ben said it could be done so done it will be. An AFL season that is almost halfway through dominates discussions with the heavy wieght championship battle getting a mention as well. Have listen promote it to your friends and lets get "Fresh From the Esky" back where it belongs.

    S3 Episode 3: The reunion special.

  9. 04/15/2024

    S3 Episode 2 For the true believers.

    Ledge is adamant that he needs to provide something for his loyal listeners and the production team are in full agreeance. What follows leads the production team to question this agreement. An episode that begins with unusally good research descends quickly in to disconnected prattle as Ledge tries to complete a solo episode with limited success, Two different beers are sampled along with some home made spirits which probably doesn't help the already delicate situation. Anyway grad a beer of your choice, have a listenm provide some feedback if you feel the need and pass " Fresh From the Esky" on to someone from Ireland if you can.

    S3 Episode 2 For the true believers.
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Everyday people make up the largest portion of the worlds population, not movie stars, not sports stars and definitely not social influencers or the Kardashians (though it may seem that way with the media they receive). So what better for this large section of people than an podcast made by everyday people with everyday guests. Join Ledge and friends at his homemade backyard bar where along with his sons and other guests they enjoy a beer and discuss different subjects with a focus on sport but drifting to many varied subjects.

Information

  • Creator
    Hodgens
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Hodgens
  • Show Website
    Fresh From the Esky