Unscripted Podcast

John Sayer College Archivist John Sayer has spent decades preserving and sharing the stories of Nudgee. Few know the College's history better than the man who has helped shape its legacy for generations. Listen Now → Stephen Daley College Captain and Dux of 1994, Dr Stephen Daley is Nudgee's most recent Rhodes Scholar. A standout scholar and sportsman, he excelled in cricket, basketball and rugby before studying at Oxford.. Listen Now → Joanne Barrett From Queensland and Australian representative to Fox League commentator, Joanne Barrett is a trailblazer in Rugby League. Now Director of Students (7-9), she shares lessons from sport and education. Listen Now → Paul & Jo Curran Since 1986, Paul and Jo Curran have been at the heart of the Nudgee community. From boarding to teaching and community leadership, their loyalty and service have shaped generations of Nudgee families. Listen Now → Peter Kropp With over 51 years at Nudgee, Peter Kropp’s passion and dedication are unmatched. From student to staff member and Track & Field Director, he has helped shape generations of Nudgee men. Listen Now → Stephen Meara With over 20 years at Nudgee, Stephen Meara has made a lasting impact across the College. From teacher to Director of Boarding and Dean of Mission & Identity, he now serves as Deputy Principal. Listen Now →

Episode 1 with Dean of Learning & Teaching, Suzie Tjin Welcome to "Unscripted with The Principal". Starring College Principal Mr Scott Thompson. The first of these periodic episodes featuring Director of Learning & Teaching, Suzie Tjin is now LIVE! Listen Now → Episode 2 with Dean of Boarding, Casey Brealy Welcome to "Unscripted with The Principal". Starring College Principal Mr Scott Thompson. The second of these periodic episodes featuring featuring Dean of Boarding, Mr Casey Brealy is now LIVE! Listen Now →

Ethan Bullemor Ethan Bullemor (NCOB 2017) excelled at Nudgee, earning an OP 1 and Proxime Accessit. A 1st XV Vice Captain, he now plays NRL for Manly and works in finance while completing his Master’s degree. Listen Now → Alex Clark Alex Clark (NCOB 2021) inspired the Nudgee community after a 2018 spinal injury during a GPS Rugby match. The 2019 ‘Blue for Alex’ event united thousands in a powerful show of courage and solidarity. Listen Now → Catherine Clark Catherine Clark, current Nudgee parent, is also the QLD Racing Integrity Commissioner and former CEO of Paralympics Australia. A top 100 sport leader, she champions equity, excellence and vision. Listen Now → Dr Mark Loane AM Dr Mark Loane AM (NCOB 1971), former Wallaby and ophthalmologist, leads the Cape York Eye Health Project. Awarded the Order of Australia, he blends sport legacy with rural and Indigenous health care. Listen Now → Christine Atchison Christine Atchison, a long-standing and much-loved Nudgee College member, has been Sports Injury Coordinator since 2004, supporting generations of students, families, and teams with trusted care. Listen Now → Joe Burns Joe Burns (NCOB 2006), former Australian Test cricketer now with Italy, honours his late brother by wearing jersey #85, showing resilience in sport & life. He recently led Italy to the T20 World Cup. Listen Now →

David Lutteral David "Luttsy" Lutteral (NCOB 1993) is a media personality on Nova's breakfast show. A proud Old Boy, he advocates for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics and supports community events and causes. Listen Now → Pete Murray An Old Boy of 1987, Pete is a Australian singer-songwriter known for his soulful voice and hit albums like Feeler and See the Sun. A proud parent, Pete advocates for mental health awareness. Listen Now → Margie Wills Margie Wills, former Nudgee College teacher, House Dean, and Director of Students, is renowned for her dedication to student well-being. Now a qualified counsellor, continuing to support resilience. Listen Now → Karin Van Wirdum Karin van Wirdum, a former Olympic swimmer, represented Australia in three Olympics (1988, 1992, 1996). Now working in the Student Office, she supports students with the same dedication. Listen Now → Alysia Bridger Alysia Bridger, Past Mother of Jim (NCOB 2019), is an award-winning event and wedding architect, renowned for her creativity and global reputation, and a key contributor to the Nudgee Long Lunch. Listen Now → James O’Connor An 2007 Old Boy, a skilled rugby player and Wallaby, James is known for his versatility. He’s played for top global teams and now mentors young athletes, giving back to the community that shaped him. Listen Now →