Folks on Film

This was first broadcast December 21st, on 94.9 MainFM in Castlemaine, Victoria. In this episode of the show, hosts Sarah and Sam chat about what we can learn about parenting and families from the 2004 "comedy", Christmas with the Kranks. Using the film's depiction of parenthood and family as their jumping-off point, the folks chat about division of labour, handling the stress of family Christmas time, and Sarah's undying love for festive movies. Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect folks getting real and having a chat.You better be good.

This was first broadcast December 7th 2025, on 94.9 MainFM in Castlemaine, Victoria. In this episode of the show, Sam sits down with Peter (producer and 'risky-play' advocate), about what we can learn about dadding and parenting from the 2022 Aussie drama, Bosch & Rockit. Using the film's depiction of fathering and family as their jumping-off point, the dads chat about the line between being a parent and a mate to our kids, the privilege of being loved by our children, and the pros and cons of swearing around the young ones.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect dads getting real and having a chat.Surf's up.

This was first broadcast November 9th 2025, on 94.9 MainFM in Castlemaine, Victoria. In this episode of the show, Sam sits down with Ross (farmer, bassist and lead singer for Cosmic Psychos), about what we can learn about dadding and parenting from the 1972 classic, The Godfather. Using the film's depiction of fathering and family as their jumping-off point, the dads chat about work-life balance, the innate drive to protect our kids, and what it means to be a man.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect dads getting real and having a chat.It's a chat you can't refuse.

Folks on Film is a chat show about parenting and movies. Every episode our hosts, Sam and Sarah, watch a movie with a dad or a mum in it, and then come together with another parent to talk about the film, its depiction of parenthood, and how that relates to their own experience.For this episode of the show, first broadcast October 19th, 2025, Sam was joined in the studio by public servant and community footy umpire, Bryn. They've watched Daddy Day Care (so you don't have to) and use it to have a chat about choosing schools for our kids, managing finances and stress, and society's sexism that views men as incapable parents.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect parents getting real and having a chat.Come for the chat, stay for the vibe.

This was first broadcast October 12th 2025, on 94.9 MainFM in Castlemaine, Victoria. In this episode of the show, Sarah sits down with Kaye (retired nurse, florist and taxi driver, plus - and most importantly - mum to Sarah and five others, as well as grandmum to 9 squirts!), about what we can learn about mumming and parenting from the 1989 comedy, Shirley Valentine. Using the film's depiction of mothering and family as their jumping-off point, the mums chat about challenges of supporting your kids with something you don’t agree on, navigating the tough stuff and being true to yourself as a mother. Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect mums getting real and having a chat.Get on board the F Plan.

Folks on Film is a chat show about parenting and movies. Every episode our hosts, Sam and Sarah, watch a movie with a dad or a mum in it, and then come together with another parent to talk about the film, it's depiction of parenthood, and how that relates to their own experience.For this episode of the show, first broadcast October 5th, 2025, Sam was joined from Perth by Greg Hughes, doting dad and philanthropist. They've watched Signs (so you don't have to) and use its depiction of fatherhood and family to have a chat about getting our kids to take responsibility for their mess, screen time, and grieving for a lost child.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect parents getting real and having a chat.Come for the chat, stay for the vibe.

Folks on Film is a chat show about parenting and movies. Every episode our hosts, Sam and Sarah, watch a movie with a dad or a mum in it, and then come together with another parent to talk about the film, it's depiction of parenthood, and how that relates to their own experience.For this episode of the show, first broadcast on September 28th, 2025 (the day after the AFL Grand Final), Sam was joined in the studio by co-host Sarah for a chat about Australian Rules. It's not an easy watch at time, but the folks use the film's depiction of family as a jumping off point, they chat about male anger, domestic violence, and how hate is passed down like an heirloom.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect parents getting real and having a chat.Come for the chat, stay for the vibe.

This was first broadcast August 24th 2025, on 94.9 MainFM in Castlemaine, Victoria. In this episode of the show, Sarah sits down with Hayley (artist, death care professional and advocate), about what we can learn about mumming and parenting from the 2018 horror opus, Hereditary. Using the film's depiction of mothering and family as their jumping-off point, the mums chat about guilt, strong mothers and losing your shit with your kid (haven’t we all?).Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect mums getting real and having a chat.Tock!

Folks on Film is a chat show about parenting and movies. Every episode our hosts, Sam and Sarah, watch a movie with a dad or a mum in it, and then come together with another parent to talk about the film, it's depiction of parenthood, and how that relates to their own experience.For this episode of the show, first broadcast August 17th, 2025, Sarah was joined in the studio by co-host Sam for a chat about The Castle. Using it's depiction of family as a jumping off point, they chat about family stereotypes in movies, gender authority in the home, and letting kids roam and experience the world.Don't come expecting definitive answers or paths to parenting greatness. This is just two ordinary, imperfect parents getting real and having a chat.Come for the chat, stay for the vibe.