Betoota Talks

In Part 1 of our in-depth interview, Richard Clapton recounted his wild youth, from landing in London at the height of the Swinging Sixties, to living in an empty mansion in Berlin and partying with communists.  In Part 2, we explore the rise of Richard Clapton from a passionate young musician to an iconic figure in the Australian music scene.Returning to Australia with a heart full of dreams and a guitar in hand, Richard Clapton faced a music industry that was still in its infancy. Determined to make his mark, he navigated the rocky path to stardom with grit and talent. Clapton shares stories of his early gigs in small pubs and clubs, where he honed his craft and began to build a loyal following.He speaks candidly about the creation of his breakthrough album, Prussian Blue, and how its release marked a turning point in his career. The album's raw energy and authentic sound resonated with audiences, catapulting him to national fame. As his career gained momentum, Richard Clapton's music became the soundtrack to an era, capturing the spirit of Australian youth and the country's evolving cultural landscape. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at life as a rising rockstar. He also discusses the impact of his music on fans and the enduring legacy of his work, which continues to inspire new generations of musicians.In this episode, Richard Clapton not only reflects on his journey to becoming a rockstar but also provides insights into the music industry and the creative process that drove his success. His story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and the enduring appeal of great music. Get tickets for Richard's 50th anniversary tour HERE Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM Podcasts  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overall, Errol Parker and Wendall Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

His voice has been the soundtrack for Australian house parties and road trips for half a century, so it makes sense The Betoota Advocate would interview the iconic Richard Clapton in the lead up to the 50th Anniversary of his scene-shaking album Prussian Blue. But how did Richard Clapton become a rockstar before Australians even knew what a rockstar was? In Part 1 of this in-depth interview, Richard recounts his wild youth. From landing in London at the height of the Swinging Sixties, to living in an empty mansion in Berlin and partying with communists. That's before he even came back to Australia with his guitar and demanded someone give him a shot. In Part 2, we talk about the rise of Richard Clapton, but in Part 1, we talk about the origins. Get tickets for Richard's 50th anniversary tour HERE Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overall, Errol Parker and Wendall Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of Australia's greatest geeks (self-proclaimed) joins Betoota Talks. The comedian, host, presenter and nerd alert treated The Advocate to some sensational tales of the glory days of Triple J, World Debating Championships, getting punched in the head for being good with numbers and his upcoming debate about whether AI is going to be the end of us all. A great chat, have a listen. Join Adam for the Vivid Sydney debate - AI Will Destroy Humanity: A Future Science Debate | Vivid Sydney Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overall, Errol Parker and Wendall Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of the connoisseurs of Australian variety television joins us on The Betoota Advocate podcast. The Indigenous community's answer to Fatty Vautin. The type of man that can draw a good yarn out of anyone. You might remember him as 'Willie Walgett' from The Betoota Advocate Presents TV series on Paramount+ (and Qantas inflight entertainment hehe). This year, Yaraman is showcasing some of the funniest anecdotes in Aboriginal and Indigenous sporting history. From Koori ice skaters to late-90s NRL stars, to Tony Armstrong's days as an AFL player. Catch Blakball on ABCTV or iView. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overall, Errol Parker and Wendall Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our beautiful summer game is venturing west to the New World of uncharted territory. Cricket in America? We never thought we’d see the day. However, if you speak to experts like Gideon Haigh and Peter Lalor, it’s always been bubbling away. The hosts of the widely popular cricketing podcast ‘Cricket Et Al’ also discuss the spooky influences of Indian billionaires and online sports betting cartels on professional sport in general. Listen to Cricket et al HERE Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Clancy Overall, Errol Parker and Wendall Hussey wrap up all the biggest stories from the week - live from the Desert Rock FM studio in downtown Betoota. Subscribe to the Betoota Newsletter HERE Betoota on Instagram Betoota on TikTok Produced by DM PodcastsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.