About this season
You can learn a lot about someone from their mixtape. Icons in music and screen join Zan Rowe to delve deep into intimate moments in their lives, sharing songs that have made them who they are today.
Episodes (6)
1. Dannii Minogue
Aired 1 October 2024 • 27 min
Dannii Minogue tells the story of her extraordinary life from child star to today. From Young Talent Time to moments of hardship and finding her sense of self, Dannii reveals the real person behind the famous name.
2. Bill Bailey
Aired 8 October 2024 • 28 min
Bill Bailey captures humanity across five songs, taking you back to his childhood days, the recent loss of a deep friendship, and the song he wants played at his funeral. A conversation full of belly laughs, heart and wisdom.
3. Claudia Karvan
Aired 15 October 2024 • 27 min
Claudia Karvan is an icon of Australian screen, whose works reflects the human experience. So through the muck of it all, what are the songs that bring her hope? Prepare for big laughs, heartbreak, and even a salsa lesson.
4. Neil Finn
Aired 22 October 2024 • 29 min
Songwriting legend Neil Finn shares his songs of ascension. From playing Beethoven to forming Crowded House, his record collection reveals a deep family tree, an accidentally borrowed Beatles lyric, and the power of legacy.
5. Bernard Fanning
Aired 29 October 2024 • 29 min
Bernard Fanning rocketed to fame in Powderfinger but wasn't always comfortable being a frontman. He walks the rock n' roll tightrope of vulnerability and bravado. Through these five songs, he lets us into his brilliant mind.
6. Casey Donovan
Aired 5 November 2024 • 27 min
Casey Donovan has lived many lives. Becoming a household name with Australian Idol at just 16, her trauma and triumphs have all been public property. But away from it all, what are the songs that Casey goes to for sanctuary?