Category Archives: cultural history / memory

Steve Martin: Born Standing Up and the origins of ‘The Jerk’

Posted on September 20, 2011 by Beth Spencer

Just finished reading Steve Martin’s memoir, Born Standing Up: A Comic’s Life (2007). I loved this, not just because it was a fun read but also because it gives a fascinating insight into the twenty-year genesis of one of my … Continue reading →

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Vale: The Magic Man, Godfrey Philipp (1936-2011), beloved producer-director of Adventure Island, Magic Circle Club, and much more

Posted on June 20, 2011 by Beth Spencer

I have just heard the sad news that, Godfrey Philipp, co-creator of the award-winning and beloved children’s TV series Adventure Island (1967-1972) and the Magic Circle Club (1965-7), and one of Australia’s most brilliant and pioneering television producers from the 60s and … Continue reading →

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In Memory: Bob Marley, Reggae, songs of freedom & brave 70s women

Posted on May 13, 2011 by Beth Spencer

Thinking about Bob Marley (6 February 1945 – 11 May 1981) on the anniversary of his death. The first time I ever heard of this thing called ‘Reggae‘ was when I was in first year at Monash Uni, 1976. In … Continue reading →

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