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Bush Debate

Bush Debate

Written by: Edward Dyson Francis Kenna Henry Lawson Banjo Paterson
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Dive into the spirited exchange of ideas and the rugged essence of Australian culture with "Bush Debate." This podcast brings to life the dynamic interplay between creativity and competition as poets engage in lively arguments that shape the Bush ethos. Each episode features a new complete audiobook, showcasing a rotating collection of poetic works that reflect the raw beauty and complexity of life in the Australian bush. Listeners are invited to explore a variety of voices and perspectives that capture the essence of the land, its people, and their stories. This is not a single narrative but a rich tapestry of unique explorations that illuminate the themes of rivalry, camaraderie, and the artistic spirit. Discover a new book with every episode and immerse yourself in the vibrant literary heritage that defines Australia's poetic landscape.Copyright Plays Genre Art Biological Sciences Science
Episodes
  • Spook Ballads-William Theodore Parkes

    Spook Ballads-William Theodore Parkes
    Aug 26 2026
    In 1892, two of Australia's best poets came up with a scheme to make some money. They arranged to have an argument in the Weekly Bulletin, and since they were being paid by the word, this let them fire back and forth, being sent beer money with each salvo. A couple of other poets also joined in, and their work is seminal to the development of the Bush ethos in Australia. The first eight files are the original form of the poems, and the second eight are later republications by the authors, in their own collections. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)
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    4 hrs and 43 mins
  • Poems-John Clare

    Poems-John Clare
    Aug 25 2026
    In 1892, two of Australia's best poets came up with a scheme to make some money. They arranged to have an argument in the Weekly Bulletin, and since they were being paid by the word, this let them fire back and forth, being sent beer money with each salvo. A couple of other poets also joined in, and their work is seminal to the development of the Bush ethos in Australia. The first eight files are the original form of the poems, and the second eight are later republications by the authors, in their own collections. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)
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    4 hrs and 38 mins
  • Misrepresentative Women-Harry Graham

    Misrepresentative Women-Harry Graham
    Aug 24 2026
    In 1892, two of Australia's best poets came up with a scheme to make some money. They arranged to have an argument in the Weekly Bulletin, and since they were being paid by the word, this let them fire back and forth, being sent beer money with each salvo. A couple of other poets also joined in, and their work is seminal to the development of the Bush ethos in Australia. The first eight files are the original form of the poems, and the second eight are later republications by the authors, in their own collections. (Summary by Timothy Ferguson)
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    52 mins
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