YARNS

Petra Jungmanová

Welcome to the YARNS podcast, My name is Petra Jungmanová and I’ll be your host bringing you yarns with unique and interesting people from the vibrant cultural landscape of Australia and around the globe. I’m a multidisciplinary Bohemian artist, author, curator and publisher who migrated from the Czech Republic over 20 years ago to find my life home in Australia. Through my own journey of discovering and learning more about this beautiful land, I now have the privilege and joy of sharing curated stories of people living their best lives.

  1. 6d ago

    17. Yarn with Michael Johnson

    The Heart of Canberra's Book Community: A Second-Hand Bookshop's Story. Book Lore In this engaging interview, a seasoned second-hand bookstore owner in Canberra shares insights into the community-driven nature of his shop, the diversity of book interests, and the passion that keeps him dedicated to his craft. Discover how his shop reflects local culture, the evolution of book genres, and the joys of running a community hub. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Bookshop and Community Engagement 02:50 Diverse Book Offerings and Customer Interactions 06:03 A Day in the Life of a Bookshop Owner 09:03 The Evolution of the Bookshop and Its Legacy 12:02 Community Connections and Personal Reflections 15:12 Changing Trends in Book Genres and Reader Demographics 18:06 The Role of the Bookshop in Social Interactions 21:09 Future of the Bookshop and Personal Aspirations

    23 min

  2. Jun 1

    16. Yarn with Phil Bevan aka Majura the Magician

    For this yarn I've visited Phil Bevan aka Majura the Magician in his Queanbeyan castle, filled with hundreds of magical books and props. There are not many magicians around, especially as funny and engaging as Phil and seeing the cards on the kitchen table while Phil was magicking up a cup of coffee for me, I was excited to see some fun card tricks! It's like being transported to another world and I loved every bit of it! Majura Comedy Magic has won numerous awards for close up strolling magic at the Crown Casino in performed at the lodge and parliament house for two Australian Prime Ministers. Phil travels to international conventions for magicians and is a rockstar teacher who brings joy and magic to everyone who knows him. We talked about the business of happiness, schools, parties and Disneyland.

    46 min

  3. May 26

    15. Yarn with Jervis Bay Portrait Prize artists

    I was fortunate to visit the first JBPP held at the Jervis Bay Breweng & co and interview Randall Sinnamon and participating artists with their muses! The co-organisers of this new art prize, Randall Sinnamon and Vanessa Harries, were inspired by a now defunct exhibition that had been a favourite component of the region’s former SeeChange Festival, The Little Archies (named of course in honour of the much loved Archibald Prize for Australian portraiture). Randall is himself a past Archibald Prize finalist – his portrait of Egyptian-Australian oud virtuoso Joseph Tawadros was selected in 2023, at the Art Gallery of NSW. You can hear Vanessa on 927FM each Wednesday from 4.30pm-5.30pm. Her program the SLAM profiles local artists, musicians, bands, exhibitions and festivals. The works had to portray a Shoalhaven resident, but the artist could be from anywhere. This yarn has 8 various interviews and was recorded with background music, so the sound quality is slightly compromised. * Randall Sinnamon 0:00 - 0:48 * Clayton Campion 6:59 - 12:14 * Allana Valentine 1st Prize 12:31 - 24:15 * Sarah Yee 2nd Prize 24:26 - 28:38 * Alfie Campion (12 years) Brewers Choice 28:48 - 31:38 * Glenn and Giuseppina (Pina) Miller 32:02 - 38:39 * Catherine Woods 3rd Prize 38:50 - 47:09 * Vanessa Barbey 47:21 - 53:47

    54 min

  4. Apr 27

    14. Yarn with Brad Tucker

    Brad Tucker is an Astrophysicist/Cosmologist at the Research School of Astronomy and Astrophysics, Mt. Stromlo Observatory and the National Centre for the Public Awareness of Science, at the Australian National University. Brad shares the history of Mt. Stromlo, cultural connections, exploding stars, NASA and what the hidden life on the mountain looks like. Recorded 2024.

    34 min

  5. Apr 27

    13. Yarn with Mijica Lus

    Mijica Lus chats about her migrant journey and humanitarian work with the Red Cross and the food bank in Canberra. Recorded 2023.

    21 min

  6. Apr 27

    12. Yarn with Sheriden Carroll

    Sheriden Carroll chats about bodybuilding, women's health and resilience. Recorded 2023.

    24 min

  7. Apr 26

    11. Yarn with Matthew Noonan

    A teacher Matthew Noonan found a window in his busy schedule and came to chat about his love of teaching, Indigenous connection and family legacy. Recorded 2023.

    26 min

  8. Apr 26

    10. Yarn with Mainul Haque OAM

    Mainul Haque OAM is a former senior Australian public servant with nearly three decades of experience across government, academia and community leadership. A former ACT Multicultural Ambassador and President of the Canberra Muslim Community, he led the development of the Gungahlin Mosque — a symbol of inclusion and unity. Manuil continues to serve on government and not-for-profit boards and advisory bodies. He received the Order of Australia Medal for his contributions to the Canberra community and shares his experience of Mecca. Recorded 2023.

    21 min
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Welcome to the YARNS podcast, My name is Petra Jungmanová and I’ll be your host bringing you yarns with unique and interesting people from the vibrant cultural landscape of Australia and around the globe. I’m a multidisciplinary Bohemian artist, author, curator and publisher who migrated from the Czech Republic over 20 years ago to find my life home in Australia. Through my own journey of discovering and learning more about this beautiful land, I now have the privilege and joy of sharing curated stories of people living their best lives.

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  • Creator
    Petra Jungmanová
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    17
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Petra Jungmanová
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    YARNS