Ep21: Barely Human W/ Max Easton
Update: 2025-07-28
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This week, Pat and Tim talk with Max Easton, paesano and the author of novels liek The Magpie Wing and Paradise Estate and the reams of top-notch music crit over at Barely Human. We talk about “Western Sydney Literature,” the DIY ethos and class autonomy, the importance of self-publishing, and the singularity of Rugby League. It’s a big yarn, and a very invested take on writing in Aus in 2025.
Shout out as always to Dictator Dan Dare. Title song is No Strain by the Southend Rainbows.
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