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Mister BrisbaneMy video adventureWelcome to this experimental post. It’s a video explaining why I may be doing more videos in the future. Let me know if you like it and whether you would like to see more of this kind of thing.Coming soon: commentary on the radio ratings due out on Thursday.©2025 Brett Debritz. If I’ve inadvertently used copyrighted material, failed to give credit where it’s due, written or said something you disagree with, or otherwise upset or unexpectedly delighted you, please leave a comment, email me or connect with me at @debritz on X and M...
2025-04-2604 min
Ipswich TodayHappy memories of Ipswich and Brisbane in the 60s, 70s and 80sThis is episode 400 of the show. If you grew up in Ipswich and Brisbane in the 60s, 70s and 80s there’s plenty to reminisce about with special guest Brett Debritz. He worked in Ipswich, not once, but twice at the Queensland Times and the shared experiences with the capital will bring back a lot of memories. Plus, at the end of the show I ask Brett to make three bold predictions. ** Content warning: There may be a healthy dose of self-indulgence in this episode**Published: 7 October 2024.Theme music: www.purple-planet.comMister Brisbane (Brett De...
2024-10-0743 min
Mister BrisbaneI'm (almost) back This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2023-08-3000 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: End of an eraLast but not least, the final Mister Brisbane reading by Brett Debritz. Stay tuned for something new. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-08-1714 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Our biggest blundersBrett Debritz reads the newsletter that asks: "Which crazy town-planning or development idea would you want to reverse?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-08-1014 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: An error of Olympic proportions?Why I'm having second thoughts about Brisbane 2032. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-08-0313 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: The B listNaming names, the Way to go (or not) and my welcome to the dark, sorry, south side This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-07-2714 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Who let the cat out?Cruisin', lovin' and rememberin'. And why not bring back Warana? This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-07-2014 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: (I'm) StrandedWhy I can't cruise. What's wrong with kids today? And why are some people unkind? Ep 48 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-07-1313 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: All by myselfBrett Debritz contemplates loneliness, being alone and buying an iPad. Ep 47 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-07-0614 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: City versus countryWhere I resist baked products, wonder who names their houses these days and, as a bonus, share some secrets about Thailand. Ep 46 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-06-2914 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Off my trolleyWhere I get a pizza the brand-name action, become a dating superstar and answer your questions about cruises. Ep 45 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-06-2214 min
Ghosts of Boyfriends PastBrett and the Online Dating DilemmaBrett knew online dating could work from past experience, but when he decided to give it another go, it didn't quite go to plan.One of the biggest lessons in the world of internet dating seems to be if it feels too good to be true, it probably is.Brett Debritz is a journalist who has worked in the UK, China, Thailand, and the Middle East, but mostly in Brisbane. He produces shows for a commercial radio network and writes the weekly Mister Brisbane newsletter (MisterBrisbane.com), which he also reads on Reading...
2021-06-1645 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: My day on Moreton BayIs the island life for me? And why do we celebrate Christmas in July? Ep 44 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-06-1514 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: My loyalty points addictionNot the meaning of life, the universe and everything. Ep 42. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-06-0813 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Switch offBrett Debritz drives to Ipswich, turns back and contemplates: are our CBDs in danger of becoming ghost towns? Ep 42 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-06-0113 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Pier appears to have two namesBrett Debritz asks: is it the Shorncliffe Pier or the Sandgate Pier? Does it matter? Ep 41 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-05-2514 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: A pain in the armBrett Debritz says: "I've done my bit to stop the pandemic. What about you?" Also: what's a smart pole? Ep 40. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-05-1814 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Moving bluesBrett Debritz is boxing up his life and starting over. And other stories. ep 39 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-05-1414 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Brunch at BunningsBrett Debritz asks: "Would you like hardware with that?" This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-05-0413 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Settling inBrett Debritz reads from the Mister Brisbane newsletter: Out with the old, in with the new. And why I hate supermarket self-service. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-04-2714 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Drinking and datingThe one where Brett Debritz drinks beer and exposes all the online romance scams. Ep36 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-04-1914 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Looking for loveBrett Debritz on romance scams, rail grinding and why travel is better than TV. Ep 35. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-04-1314 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Relocation, records, radio and railwaysAs heard on Reading Radio, the newsletter that does the talking for you. Ep 34. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-04-0614 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Too many CentralsBrett Debritz reads about railway stations, radio stations and road safety. Ep 33 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-03-3014 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Memories and moving outBrett Debritz goes on the shopping trip he had to have. And other things. Ep 32 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-03-2314 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Trolley test and trolling Eric IdleBrett Debritz's car-park capers, a lament about suburban renewal, and an online encounter with a Monty Python star. Ep 31 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-03-1614 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Cruising cops a bruising Brett Debritz on cruises, comedy, radio and retro. Yes, it's the difficult 30th episode. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-03-0913 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Heritage mattersThe rules that determine a building's heritage status, some radio history and settling the am-pm debate. Ep 29. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-03-0213 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Closing time's too lateBrett Debritz gets up early, drives through the Valley, and ponders pokies, time, food and seasoning. Ep 28. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-02-2314 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: History with jam on topBrett Debritz discovers Brisbane's lost cities, towns and shires, listens to the radio and discusses your feedback. Ep 27 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-02-1614 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Scones and swearsBrett Debritz reveals how to eat morning tea, how to curse politely, and where to go Ep 26 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-02-0913 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Life's simple pleasuresBrett Debritz suggests some reasons to be cheerful, searches for celebrities, and forgets the know-nothings Ep 25 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-02-0213 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Lollies, libraries and live musicBrett Debritz reads from the latest Mister Brisbane newsletter and revisits his interview with Paul Hogan. Ep 24 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-01-2613 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Books, Batman, burlesque and bygonesBrett Debritz talks about our city, cabaret and cars, and "Blast from the Past" puts the spotlight on Lee Mack and Ben O'Donoghue. Ep23 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-01-1915 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Places, panto and passagesIt's the end of an era as Brett Debritz and Spencer Howson talk about a Maps mystery, disappearing Brisbane, feedback and a fond farewell. Ep 22 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-01-1215 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Chicken dinners, GoCards and more censorshipBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson talk about the things we take for granted and the secret books we're not allowed to see. Ep 21 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2021-01-0514 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Covid and the calendar, tap talk and toll tagsBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson put 2020 in the bin, remember state censorship, reorder restaurant etiquette, and discuss their plumbing. Ep 20 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-12-2914 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Christmas kryptonite, phone booths and iconsSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz discuss Brisbane's new parkland, Spencer's tiny TARDIS, seasonal treats and semantics. Ep 19 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-12-2213 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Breakdancing, kindness and binge viewingSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz discuss potential new Olympic sports, happy places, how to draw a train and what's worth watching. Ep18. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-12-1513 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Queensland beers and Brisbane ArcadeBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson discuss the story everyone in Brisbane should know, support our local brewers and remember the rain. Ep 17 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-12-0814 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Pubs, clubs and Crunchie barsBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson revisit the Valley, unwrap the chocolate-bar paradox, check out a new streaming service, and more! Ep 16 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-12-0114 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Sights, stone fruit and feedbackSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz discuss Brisbane's best views, the taste of summer and the dilemma posed by street art, and deal with a bulging mailbag. Ep 15 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-11-2414 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Time wasters, hero worship and wirelessesBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson discuss wasteful name changes, movies about our heroes, alternative radio stations and the mystery of the Courier-Mail clock Ep 14 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-11-1713 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Radio waves and Uber incidentsBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson talk about talk radio, bad ride-share moments, museums and meeting places. Ep 12.96 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-11-1014 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Cracker Night and smells of successSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz on Brisbane's best odours, Guy Fawkes fireworks, the return of live theatre and how podcasts (except this one) are too long. Ep 12 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-11-0314 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Women in radio, Expo and AfricaBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson are joined by Natalie Bochenski to discuss World Expo 88 and radio stardom, and ask: Are they playing my song? Ep 11 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-10-2714 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Giving and drinkingSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz talk about doing the right thing when donating to charity, giving a Fourex about the Milton brewery, Brett's romantic secret, and some musical memories. Ep 10 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-10-2014 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Star turns and date nightsHas Brisbane got talent? Spencer Howson and Brett Debritz say a resounding Yes to that. Also, the composer who stole from himself, why Pachelbel is still top of the pops, and finding love at the Pancake Manor. Ep 9 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-10-1314 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Borat, Brisbaneites and footy anthemsWe ask: are Queenslanders a breed apart? Also Spencer's Sizzler secret, Brett's encounter with Sacha Baron Cohen, a call to update those old football songs, and your feedback. Ep 8 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-10-0614 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Bus, son of TramBrett Debritz and Spencer Howson remember the man with a chook on a stick, challenge the NRL ref's decision, and suggest a theatre version of Gogglebox. Ep 7 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-09-2913 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Pubs revisited, smells like BrisbaneSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz delve deeper into the stench at the new cruise terminal, revisit the Prince Consort and ask whose TV news do you choose? Ep 6 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-09-2214 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Trivia time and radio daysSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz chat about games, quizzes and Brisbane radio, and up the ante on places like other places. Ep 5 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-09-1513 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Supersized and Super 8Brett Debritz and Spencer Howson talk about Big Things, home movies and retreating from Twitter. Ep 4 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-09-0814 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane :Festivals, flashback and fun timesSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz ask: is the Brisbane Festival returning to its roots? Also: saving old TV shows, celebrating during Covid and your comments. Ep 3 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-09-0114 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Toads and televisionSpencer Howson and Brett Debritz talk about chilled-out cane toads, a new way to look at TV shows and search for the "Brisbane of the west". Ep 2 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-08-2513 min
Mister BrisbaneMister Brisbane: Talk of the townSpencer Howson hosts and chats with Brett Debritz, who reads from his Mister Brisbane newsletter. This week: A tale of two cities, media movements and a call from my MP. As heard on Reading Radio. Ep 1 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit misterbrisbane.substack.com
2020-08-1713 min
Expat FocusThe Cost Of Living In ThailandOur guest today is based in Thailand - a country that is well known for attracting expats wanting good living on the cheap, but just how good, and just how cheap? Brett Debritz is an Australian freelance journalist, currently on a 'trial retirement' in Thailand, and blogging at Expattaya. If a move to the country is on your bucket list, you might want to take some notes during this chat, because Brett's going to talk us through what you get for your money: from housing, to bills, groceries, and other expenses that some expats moving to...
2019-05-2032 min