Saturday Afternoon Fever – Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney

Saturday Afternoon Fever – Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling book about a footy fan who’s dreams are denied, with legendary Australian stand up comic Lawrence Mooney. As they read Saturday Afternoon Fever, Matthew and Lawrence constantly digress into the wonderful, hilarious, nostalgic worlds of their childhoods, teenage years and into their idiotic young adulthoods. As contemporary men they discuss relationships, the modern world, ethics, history and philosophy. The big question - Will they ever finish the book? For Sponsorship enquiries email Lauren@ampel.com.au Wanna buy Saturday Afternoon Fever by Matthew Hardy? https://www.booktopia.com.au/saturday-afternoon-fever-matthew-hardy/book/9781740513500.html Listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3jkU2AsVvFUrRGa7nKHPsX?si=bbf54a424d394e0d; Listen on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/saturday-afternoon-fever-–-matthew-hardy-lawrence-mooney/id1578603656. Listen on Google Podcasts See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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July 28, 2021 2 mins

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling book about a footy fan who’s dreams are denied,  with legendary Australian stand up comic Lawrence Mooney.

As they read Saturday Afternoon Fever, Matthew and Lawrence constantly digress into the wonderful, hilarious, nostalgi...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss the book this podcast is based on and how/why it was written. Trying to follow footy from overseas in the pre-internet era, First girlfriends and first broken hearts, Butchers & Goal Umpires, Miserable Irish autobiographies, Attempting to fight your Father.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Matthew owning a jumper worn by his childhood heroes in an actual game, Lawrence wanting to be a cop when he grew up. And wishing his name was Gary, Lawrence delivers the worst impression of 70’s TV Detective ‘Columbo’, anyone has ever heard, Matthew talks footy cards, Lawrence confesses to a childhood fascination with a still-unsolved famous suburban murder.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Anti-Social Behaviour at the footy, Their Dads coming out on boats from England, The worst stand-up comedy gigs they’ve done, Playing junior footy, Trying to get their daughters to sleep when they (the daughters) were babies.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-loved bo...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Lawrence’s TV career, Johnny Depp’s dirty divorce, Skippy The Bush Kangaroo, Tormenting school teachers, Inhaling Big Macs whilst drunk, Childhood pets, Mum waving at the plane to farewell family at the airport.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-loved book about growi...

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August 25, 2021 12 mins

Lawrence & Matthew learn why ABC TV News Breakfast host Lisa Millar is a big fan

Lisa’s great memoir, 'Daring To Fly', is released on September 1st, 2021.
More here : https://www.hachette.com.au/lisa-millar/daring-to-fly-the-tv-star-on-facing-fear-and-finding-joy-on-a-deadline

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afterno...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Being abused by music and sports stars in public places, Parental political opinions, Nana, Drive-In Movies, Bath-time, Childhood music tastes and Unwell Essendon fans.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fe...

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Lawrence and Matthew discuss: Hernias, Pascalls vs. Allens lollies, Modern art plus emergency teachers, their Mum’s twilight years are discussed in loving detail, First footy’s are remembered, as is Robert Muir and the best bikes we’ve ever owned.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-loved book about g...

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September 1, 2021 26 mins

Lawrence and Matthew discuss: Matthews' new book re-published, Becoming addicted to the Smell Of A Brand New Sherrin, Team Theme Songs, Fitzroy’s farewell and an unbelievable bus trip to Dubbo.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is ...

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In this episode, Lawrence and Matthew talk about Dermott Brereton, the only footballer to play in 5 x Day Premierships & 5 x Night Premierships to talk about his own deep suburban childhood, and how to deal with public attention around town. And Greg Champion. 

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.speakpipe.com/Saturday_Afternoon_Fever.

The much-...

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September 8, 2021 20 mins

Lawrence and Matthew discuss: First game of actual AFL footy is an eye-opener, The word ‘Fuck’ sprayed high on a warehouse wall, Holden Caulfield, Ernie Sigley* v Don Lane, Crazies in the crowd, Pornographic Polaroids, Black Armband. *R.I.P. the great entertainer Ernie Sigley, winner of 21 Logie Awards, including the Gold, in 1975, for being Australia's most popular TV personality. Obituary here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-08...

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Lawrence and Matthew discuss: First bike (Malvern Star), First crush, First bike stack, Childhood injuries (Mercurochrome), Jaws (Captain Quint), Hellraisers, Rainbow / Brown plastic / Lyrebird / Kookaburra, Snack Packs / Prima / Hi C’s / Sunnyboys, Magpies swooping and Ice cream containers protect kids' heads.

Matthew Hardy & Lawrence Mooney want to hear from fans of Saturday Afternoon Fever - leave us a voice message www.spe...

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September 16, 2021 20 mins

The great comedian and broadcaster TONY MARTIN, from The Late Show, Martin & Molloy and his current sensational podcast SIZZLETOWN, chats with Matthew & Lawrence about well-meaning and eccentric theme parks. Link to Tony Martin's SIZZLETOWNhttps://sizzletown.podbean.com/ Link to KRYAL CASTLEhttps://www.kryalcastle.com.au/

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Lawrence and Matthew discuss: Poor old Michael Finnegan, Stephen Fry, Pack-racks, Shithouse footy teams, The phrase "Get Fucked", Mooney's Shakespearean background, The classic comedy film Withnail & I, Peter Russell Clarke ("Crack An Egg and Make a Meal"), Shunner & Zebra. 

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of ...

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September 23, 2021 20 mins

Lawrence and Matthew chat with NIne News Legend Jo Hall. Plus The Suburban Footballer (character comic Tom Siegert) chats footy & the suburbs.

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling book about a footy fan who’s dreams are denied,  with legendary Australian st...

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September 29, 2021 20 mins

Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Childhood footy fantasies, Practice makes perfect, Footy Clinics & Participation Awards, Nightclub bouncers & pushing limits, Humphrey B Bear, Snow White & the 7 Dwarves

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling book about...

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October 6, 2021 22 mins

Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Willy Wonka, School visits from footy stars, Junior Supporters Club, Schoolyard teasing, Breaking a teacher’s spirit, Porno mags and car engines, Fearless Fly, Cordial flavour snobbery and German neighbours.

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from h...

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Lawrence and Matthew discuss: Family Feuds, Teenagers today are SO tall, Matthew meets his hero for the first time, Women footballers, Lawrence haggles on holiday, Sheena Easton & Prince and Sinead O’Connor invites Lawrence & Matthew to a party.

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as h...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Batman TV series / Colour TV, Legendary commentators, Sire Billy Dies On The Job, Sale Of The Century, World Of Sport & Woodchopping, Cop Shop, Prisoner, Nana on the Sherry, Mum’s Melbourne Cup win!

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his be...

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Lawrence & Matthew discuss: Cheap mouthguards, Mum surprised in the bath, Mum pretending to be a policewoman (whose hasn't?), Male insecurity complex, Kenny Everett, Boys belting each other and Part-time junior coaches. 

The much-loved book about growing up in the Suburbs, Saturday Afternoon Fever is now  a smash hit podcast. Join comedian Matthew Hardy, the author of Saturday Afternoon Fever, as he reads from his best-selling...

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