"She picked her up with both hands, said nothing, and carried her out above the crowd"

For the debut episode of Radio Woodfordia, host Harley Breen spins a yarn with comedian, writer, and activist Mandy Nolan.

Listen in as they share laughs, honest moments, and a glimpse into a community where kindness, courage, and creativity come together on 500 acres of a regenerated dairy farm.

If you love festivals, comedy, music, art culture and all the wild and wonderful things in between, plus stories about real humans radical things, this is probably a podcast for you.

Dive in to hear about:

Festival chaos and heart: Mandy’s funny stories from growing up with the festival

A glittery rescue: The moment a friend stepped in during a heckle-gone-wrong (and carried her out, literally)

From Maleny to Woodford: A look back at how the festival has grown without losing its heartA

Why storytelling matters: And why being on stage at Woodford is never just a gig

Notable Quotes:

“It’s the kind of place where someone will carry you out of a gig if you need it… and probably offer you a cup of tea after.”

“Woodford’s not just a festival, it’s a feeling. And if you’ve felt it, you know.”

Want to support Woodfordia and this podcast?

Become a Woodfordia Citizen:

Perks -

- Bi-Monthly emails sharing the ins and outs of the world of Woodfordia and the people who keep the heart beating

- Special invites to special events on site at Woodfordia. Super special.

- Bonus podcast content

- Early early bird access to Woodford Folk Festival tickets

- Early access to workshop bookings at Woodford Folk Festival

Visit: woodfordia.org/woodfordia/become-a-citizen

To come to the festival: www.woodfordfolkfestival.com

For more from Harley: https://www.harleybreen.com.au/

More from Mandy: https://www.facebook.com/mandynolancomedy/

Credits:

Host: Harley Breen

Guest: Mandy Nolan

Producer: Benny Wallington

Executive Producers: Cameron Scurrah & Bree Hickson-Jameison

Audio mastering: Kieron Atkinson

Music by: The East Pointers

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Join the Woodfordian Citizens:

Perks -

- Bi-Monthly emails sharing the ins and outs of the world of Woodfordia and the people who keep the heart beating.

- Special invites to special events on site at Woodfordia. Super special.

- Bonus podcast content

- Early early bird access to Woodford Folk Festival tickets

- Early access to workshop bookings at Woodford Folk Festival

Visit: woodfordia.org/woodfordia/become-a-citizen

More information at www.woodfordia.org

For the festival: www.woodfordfolkfestival.com

For Harley: https://www.harleybreen.com.au/

Credits:

Host: Harley Breen

Producer: Benny Wallington

Executive Producers: Cameron Scurrah & Bree Hickson-Jameison

Audio mastering: Kieron Atkinson

Music by: The East Pointers

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