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WILD RUSS : RUN TO THE DOUGLAS SHIRE : the Michael Joseph show : 13th March 2026

Who is Wild Russ? Russ is  a writer, artist and “inspirer”. He talks about his epic journey by foot from Gold Coast to Cooktown and back to Port Douglas which has now become his home.

This epic journey inspired his new book of 63 Motivations.

SAM WOODGARTH : BOOKS IN PARADISE : the Michael Joseph show : 12th March 2026

Sam Woodgarth, a retired teacher and active author, spends her days wrangling cats and talking to her imaginary friends (her words! LOL!) . Sam will talk about a book anthology project for our locals kids and upcoming local festival Books in Paradise!

CHRIS WATTS : AREA CONTROLLER FOR THE DOUGLAS SHIRE : In Times of Need : the Michael Joseph show : 7th March 2026

Chris Watts shares how the SES can help Douglas Shire residents in severe weather events. In times of need, the SES can help in some surprising ways!

JOHN GRIME : MOSSMAN RSL PRESIDENT : The Importance of Anzac Day : the Michael Joseph show : 5th March 2026

Mossman RSL President, John Grimes, joins us to talk about Anzac Day and its increasing relevance to our youth and Australian society in general.

JB THOMAS talks about the NEW Books in Paradise Festival : the Michael Joseph show : 20th Jan 2026

We catch up with JB again to talk about his new book and the upcoming Book in Paradise Festival in August 2026!

BARBARA WOLVERIDGE : An Incredible Life : the Michael Joseph show : 21st Nov 2025

Embark on an epic exploration of one of the Douglas Shire’s most remarkable locals.
Barbara Wolveridge has journeyed through more than 70 countries, witnessed unforgettable places, and continues to chase the thrill of each new adventure.

CAROLINE YARR : Getting REAL Estate! : the Michael Joseph show : 20th Nov 2025

Caroline Yarr is a much-loved Douglas Shire local with a truly fascinating past. From a career in sales and marketing in the UK to race car driving and working on luxury superyachts, Caroline brings a wealth of worldly experience to both her work and the Douglas Shire community.

CORIN TEAGUE : Strong Men Support Strong Women : the Michael Joseph show : 16th Oct 2025

Great to talk to a local legend, Corin Teague, an experienced martial artist and founder of Martial Path. 

 

Corin believes strong men support strong women and he offers free self defence classes for women in the Douglas Shire!

TOTTIE GOLDSMITH : Walk For Wellness : the Michael Joseph show : 3rd Oct 2025

Tottie Goldsmith, founding member band member of The Chantoozies, joined me to talk about www.walkforwellness.com.au, a charity created by her aunt, Olivia Newton John. She's is gorgeous and we love her!

Martin Corben : Radio & TV Announcer has come to help us! : the Michael Joseph show : 5th Sept 2025

Martin has joined us in the Douglas Shire to train our radio volunteers!

Martin Corben is a CMTO Pathways and Accredited trainer. He is a media professional with diverse experience - including radio, web, video, audio and social media

After starting his media career in 2 BOB FM Community Radio, he joined ABC Radio as a reporter before going on to present State and National rural current affairs programs. His interviews were also heard on national ABC current affairs programs AM and PM. Martin was Regional Manager and Breakfast presenter at ABC North Coast (NSW) from 1996-2006 (#1 in market) and later moved to 702 ABC Sydney to work as a multimedia reporter, on-air presenter and Content Director.