54 min

Viking cinnamon buns, Bruce Pascoe's object of desire, and can churches solve the housing crisis‪?‬ Blueprint For Living - Full program

    • Performing Arts

Breaking news: Vikings enjoyed cinnamon buns

Why is vanilla a byword for boring? How did peppercorns end up next to salt on every western table? Did you know the Vikings were rather partial to cinnamon buns? Food writer Eleanor Ford explores the rich history of spices. 




Can churches solve the housing crisis?

The Australian housing crisis rolls on with profound effect. From low-income families, to the elderly, to renters facing rent increase after rent increase. Against this backdrop, we head to Marrickville in Sydney's inner-west where a daring new housing development may provide a path forward.




Bruce Pascoe’s object of desire - Nadgee IV

Writer Bruce Pascoe shares the many stories that bind him closely to his boat and the river.




The magnificence of Broughton Hall 

It started as a paddock and became a wonderland of terraced botanical displays, intricate parterre, maze-like pathways and spectacular colour. Join Tim Entwisle as he explores the beauty of Broughton Hall. 

Breaking news: Vikings enjoyed cinnamon buns

Why is vanilla a byword for boring? How did peppercorns end up next to salt on every western table? Did you know the Vikings were rather partial to cinnamon buns? Food writer Eleanor Ford explores the rich history of spices. 




Can churches solve the housing crisis?

The Australian housing crisis rolls on with profound effect. From low-income families, to the elderly, to renters facing rent increase after rent increase. Against this backdrop, we head to Marrickville in Sydney's inner-west where a daring new housing development may provide a path forward.




Bruce Pascoe’s object of desire - Nadgee IV

Writer Bruce Pascoe shares the many stories that bind him closely to his boat and the river.




The magnificence of Broughton Hall 

It started as a paddock and became a wonderland of terraced botanical displays, intricate parterre, maze-like pathways and spectacular colour. Join Tim Entwisle as he explores the beauty of Broughton Hall. 

54 min

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