ABBA Museum Opening
It’s late Monday night, my final night in Sweden (sadly), and I’ve just arrived home from the music, fireworks and celebrity-spotting of the official opening of the long-awaited ABBA Museum.… Read the rest “ABBA Museum Opening”
Tag Radio
I’ve been behind a microphone for almost my entire life. I started out as a 13-year-old volunteer in community radio back in 1978, and that spark turned into a lifelong career, In mid-2023, my life took a major turn when I became an amputee. Now, I’m bringing those decades of broadcasting experience to a project close to my heart: sharing the diverse stories of limb loss and difference across Australia and our Pacific neighbours. https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-o-brien-153485123/
Busy Day Indeed
“Hello, my name is Caroline”, she said with a smile when I introduced myself as a visitor from Australia. She was genuinely surprised when I told her my friends and … Read the rest “Busy Day Indeed”
Anzac Day in Turkey
I was feeling slightly apprehensive about my decision to visit Anzac Cove and Lone Pine. I’m very proud of my Australian heritage which goes back to the early days of … Read the rest “Anzac Day in Turkey”
Radio Days Europe 2013 – Day 2
As always, Valerie Geller was an inspiration at Radio Days Europe. I first became aware of her work. Even though I’ve heard her mantra of “tell the truth, make it … Read the rest “Radio Days Europe 2013 – Day…
Radio Days Europe 2013 – Day 1
There was a terrific response in the room to the talk given by fellow Australian, Sam Cavanagh. Sam is the Executive Producer of the Hamish & Andy Show. At the … Read the rest “Radio Days Europe 2013 – Day…
Radio Days Europe 2013 – Presentation
This is the presentation I made at Radio Days Europe, March 18, 2013 as part of a session on pop up radio stations. The slide you can see behind you … Read the rest “Radio Days Europe 2013 – Presentation”