
The ABC Of
- 2022 – 2023
- Ended
- Documentary · Talk
- ~30m / ep
- 2 seasons
The ABC Of... an interview series, revisits the pasts of famous Australians delving deep to uncover hidden archival gems, exploring how they changed Australia and how Australia changed them.
Latest: Season 2 · 2023
View all seasonsE1. Julia Gillard
May 16, 2023 · 30m
An interview series, hosted by David Wenham, in which prominent Australians revisit their pasts through moments drawn from the vast ABC Archives. David chats to Australia's first female Prime Minister, Julia Gillard.
E2. Ian Chappell
May 23, 2023 · 30m
David Wenham travels backwards in time with the man who came to define Australian cricket, Ian Chappell. For the first time, Ian discusses his recent stroke and how it has changed this next stage of his life.
E3. Miranda Tapsell
May 30, 2023 · 30m
David Wenham looks at the life of Miranda Tapsell - actor, filmmaker and a leader of the new generation of First Nations' creatives. She opens up about motherhood and the power of Play School - it will give you goosebumps.
E4. Jack Thompson
Jun 6, 2023 · 29m
David Wenham tracks back through the ABC Archival life of Jack Thompson, arguably our first movie star. This moving interview will surprise anyone who thinks they know this giant of Australian screen.
E5. Wendy Harmer
Jun 13, 2023 · 29m
David Wenham sits down with the grande dame of Australian comedy, Wendy Harmer. She's been smashing stereotypes since The Gillies Report and The Big Gig, but how she's healed after childhood trauma is her true success.
E6. Greig Pickhaver
Jun 20, 2023 · 29m
David Wenham talks to Greig Pickhaver, who for decades has defined and defiled the Australian character with his alter ego HG Nelson. Greig speaks openly about being unable to read and the enduring partnership of Roy and HG.
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