Radio Woodfordia
What happens when Australia's biggest music and arts festival becomes home to a community of dreamers, builders, and storytellers? Join comedian Harley Breen as he uncovers the wild stories behind the biggest festival you just might never have heard of. Broadcasting live from Woodfordia: A 500-acre regenerated dairy farm on Jinibara Country that's hosted the Festival for the past 30 years. Expect cracking yarns from the visionaries who built this cultural phenomenon from humble Maleny beginnings, plus the artists whose careers launched from this hidden Queensland valley, just an hour from Brisbane and the Sunshine Coast. There are familiar faces and unsung heroes who come together to produce something many have experienced as a rite of passage. Like everything at Woodfordia, from the 136,000 trees planted, to our chai tent (one of the first places to serve chai in Australia), this podcast is unfolding, growing, expanding the Woodfordia Universe to invite more of us in. Many arrive at all ages of life and say 'I've finally found my people'. This is an invitation into the lives of our people who might just become yours too. To learn more visits www.woodfordia.org or www.woodfordfolkfestival.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
"Your music, if it's as important as it is to me, is your soul."
In this episode, Harley sits down with 21-year-old singer-songwriter Tiffany Grace before her Sunset Session at Lake Gula camping. Fresh from moving to Brisbane just six months ago, Tiffany shares her journey from performing at Mackay fairs at 13 to being selected for the APRA AMCOS Songmakers program at Woodford, where 10 artists from across Australia were cho...
"The first time we met was at Woodford when I was volunteering... and then getting to open for you a few weeks ago was very, very special."
In this ep' Harley brings together two artists whose paths crossed in the most beautiful way. Rhi (Merpire) was playing at Woodford last year and Tessa Fleur was volunteering in the production team. Fast forward to earlier this year and Tessa opened for Rhi at her show in Brisbane.
The t...
"We had no business plan, no rules... Because there'd never been one (A Chai Tent - Anywhere in Australia). So we could do what we wanted..."
Grab a warm chai and listen to the history of Chai in Australia as Harley sits down with Robin Clayfield, part of the force behind the iconic Chai Tent. From humble beginnings with a truck tarp and bamboo structure to becoming the 24hour beating heart of Woodford's late-night culture, Robi...
"Asking someone 'can I pay you with a story?' is literally the coolest f***ing thing ever."
For this episode of Radio Woodfordia, Harley has a yarn with Mykel Dixon about the complex dimensions of creativity and its significance in our contemporary world. They explore the hurdles we face in reclaiming our creative essence, the dual role of technology as both a barrier and a catalyst for creativity, and the critical role...
"The essence of a festival goes beyond just entertainment."
For this episode of Radio Woodfordia, host Harley Breen sits down with McBride to explore the intricate world of festival management and the social experiment that is Woodford Folk Festival. Listen in as they dive into the journey from Canadian backpacker to festival operations expert, and discover what it really takes to bring together diverse communities for transform...
"You can be your own character, your own avatar... You can be a part of the history of this world."
For this episode of Radio Woodfordia, host Harley Breen dives into the magical world of live action role play with the creators behind 'Champions of Woodfordia'—the immersive gaming experience returning to Woodford Folk Festival. Listen in as they explore how video game mechanics meet festival culture, creating a space where c...
"She picked her up with both hands, said nothing, and carried her out above the crowd"
For the debut episode of Radio Woodfordia, host Harley Breen spins a yarn with comedian, writer, and activist Mandy Nolan.
Listen in as they share laughs, honest moments, and a glimpse into a community where kindness, courage, and creativity come together on 500 acres of a regenerated dairy farm.
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Join comedian and self-confessed Woodford tragic, Harley Breen as he introduces you to the show. Harley will be interviewing talented people about why they do what they do, love what they love and keep coming back to Woodfordia, this hidden valley an hour (or so) from the Sunny Coast and Brisvegas. It's also home to Australia's largest music and arts festival, the Woodford...
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