The Strange Brew Podcast
Broadcast every Wednesday 12-2pm AEST on Radio Blue Montains 89.1FM, STRANGE BREW is a deep dive into the stories, sounds and infludences tht have shaped music across the decades.
Hosted by the dynamic Caroline ‘CP’ Murphy.
Latest Episode
Strange Brew – 17 December 2025 | Interview with Tiriel Mora Radio Blue Mountains 89.1FM
Strange Brew – 17 December 2025 | Interview with Tiriel Mora Radio Blue Mountains 89.1FM
In this festive edition of Strange Brew, Caroline C.P. Murphy is joined by acclaimed Australian actor Tiriel Mora for a wide-ranging, intimate, and warmly conversational hour of radio. Known for his roles in The Castle, Frontline, King Kong, and numerous film and television classics, Tiriel reflects on a life shaped by art, food, and performance.
Tiriel shares stories of growing up in Melbourne among some of Australia’s most celebrated artists, his journey into acting (with a particular love for comedy), and memorable experiences working alongside Rob Sitch, Jack Black, and Naomi Watts. The conversation moves effortlessly from cult Australian cinema and the enduring legacy of The Castle, to the realities of film sets, comedy’s hidden difficulties, and the personal origins of his distinctive name.
Along the way, Caroline and Tiriel digress joyfully into truffle hunting in Oberon, food memories, Melbourne cafés, and the evolving Blue Mountains dining scene, highlighting local favourites and upcoming venues. The episode is soundtracked by thoughtfully chosen music from Louis Armstrong, Billie Holiday, Van Morrison, Johnny Cash, and Lou Reed, adding depth and atmosphere to an already rich exchange.
Relaxed, reflective, and full of cultural insight, this episode of Strange Brew blends storytelling, music, food, film, and local colour — a perfect listen for the end-of-year season.
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Meet Caroline Paidasch-Murphy
We call her “CP” for short
STRANGE BREW
Wednesday 12 – 2 pm AEST
presented by Caroline “CP” Murphy on Radio Blue Mountains 89.1FM
or stream and listen live via our website rbm.org.au or via community radio apps.
‘Strange Brew’ is a variety experience of local news, interviews, global cultural picks, international tours, new Michelin-starred chefs or the best price on artichokes at a local mountains market. Each weekly episode is a captivating blend of curiousity and wonder, reflecting our dynamic host’s personality and incredible knowledge of history, pop culture, food and music. Oh yes, and the music. Often themed by an intuitive thought process, then melded together into the coolest of playlist for your listening pleasure. Strange Brew is your KitKat break from the norm, delving into realms that might not typically grace the airwaves.
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