Spencer Howson
@spencerhowson.bsky.social
PhD candidate Griffith University, researching the value of local radio. BR Era 7 fan and modeller. Cat and wine lover. He/Him. Meanjin/Brisbane.
Saturdays at the Cannon Hill Model Train Club be like..
February 14, 2026 at 7:33 AM
Saturdays at the Cannon Hill Model Train Club be like..
E-attending a MeCCSA Radio and Audio Studies symposium for World Radio Day. Speakers so far have included my Griffith Uni PhD supervisor Dr Heather Anderson.
February 13, 2026 at 10:48 AM
E-attending a MeCCSA Radio and Audio Studies symposium for World Radio Day. Speakers so far have included my Griffith Uni PhD supervisor Dr Heather Anderson.
Serious when required, but there’s always a great vibe during a Media Potential workshop at Channel 7. (Just beware of the studio ghost - see next post for spooky video!)
February 12, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Serious when required, but there’s always a great vibe during a Media Potential workshop at Channel 7. (Just beware of the studio ghost - see next post for spooky video!)
Meat, electronics, beer. Some great gift vouchers up for grabs in the auction. Support local community radio 📻❤️ www.997fm.com.au
February 11, 2026 at 10:05 PM
Meat, electronics, beer. Some great gift vouchers up for grabs in the auction. Support local community radio 📻❤️ www.997fm.com.au
MCing the launch of James Mackay’s new card game Gridmatch tonight at Presents of Mind in Indro. gridmatch.cards
February 11, 2026 at 12:48 PM
MCing the launch of James Mackay’s new card game Gridmatch tonight at Presents of Mind in Indro. gridmatch.cards
RIP former ABC Brisbane presenter Vicki Martin. Vicki made it to 66 countries in her 59 years! Farewelled by her Mosaic Multicultural Choir.
February 11, 2026 at 12:37 PM
RIP former ABC Brisbane presenter Vicki Martin. Vicki made it to 66 countries in her 59 years! Farewelled by her Mosaic Multicultural Choir.
I’m MCing the launch of a brand new card game.
When? 5.30pm tomorrow Weds 11/2/26
Where? Presents of Mind, next to the Stamford Road Bakery at Indro.
Explainer video: www.facebook.com/share/v/1AWP...
Tickets are free - and that includes wine and cheese! www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
When? 5.30pm tomorrow Weds 11/2/26
Where? Presents of Mind, next to the Stamford Road Bakery at Indro.
Explainer video: www.facebook.com/share/v/1AWP...
Tickets are free - and that includes wine and cheese! www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
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February 10, 2026 at 8:17 AM
I’m MCing the launch of a brand new card game.
When? 5.30pm tomorrow Weds 11/2/26
Where? Presents of Mind, next to the Stamford Road Bakery at Indro.
Explainer video: www.facebook.com/share/v/1AWP...
Tickets are free - and that includes wine and cheese! www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
When? 5.30pm tomorrow Weds 11/2/26
Where? Presents of Mind, next to the Stamford Road Bakery at Indro.
Explainer video: www.facebook.com/share/v/1AWP...
Tickets are free - and that includes wine and cheese! www.trybooking.com/events/landi...
This 4BC Drive interview is well worth a listen. Why Qld’s proposed hate speech laws could criminalise Muslim households: omny.fm/shows/4bc-dr...
Why Queensland’s proposed hate speech laws could criminalize Muslim households - 4BC Drive with Gary Hardgrave
Sultana Deen from the Islamic Council of Queensland joined Gary Hardgrave to explain why the government’s plan to ban extremist symbols might be targeting the core tenets of Islam.
She warned that b...
omny.fm
February 10, 2026 at 7:19 AM
This 4BC Drive interview is well worth a listen. Why Qld’s proposed hate speech laws could criminalise Muslim households: omny.fm/shows/4bc-dr...
What’s more fun than speaking at a Probus Club?
Speaking at two Probus Clubs, back to back!
Forest Lake at 9.30, Indooroopilly West at 11.
Speaking at two Probus Clubs, back to back!
Forest Lake at 9.30, Indooroopilly West at 11.
February 10, 2026 at 2:27 AM
What’s more fun than speaking at a Probus Club?
Speaking at two Probus Clubs, back to back!
Forest Lake at 9.30, Indooroopilly West at 11.
Speaking at two Probus Clubs, back to back!
Forest Lake at 9.30, Indooroopilly West at 11.
“ The fact that some people can ignore these risks doesn’t mean the risks aren’t real. It just means they’ve been lucky.” jessicaeavesmathews.substack.com/p/the-chatgp...
The ChatGPT Caricature Trend Might Be Fun But It Isn’t Harmless
There’s a new trend going around that looks harmless on its face: AI-generated portraits that don’t just show what you look like, but “capture who you are.” People are using ChatGPT caricatures of the...
jessicaeavesmathews.substack.com
February 9, 2026 at 12:13 AM
“ The fact that some people can ignore these risks doesn’t mean the risks aren’t real. It just means they’ve been lucky.” jessicaeavesmathews.substack.com/p/the-chatgp...
That was fun!
Big Brother Housemates panel discussion at HOTA, featuring Reggie, Trev, Coco, Ben from Brisbane, and Mike Goldman.
Big Brother Housemates panel discussion at HOTA, featuring Reggie, Trev, Coco, Ben from Brisbane, and Mike Goldman.
February 7, 2026 at 4:30 AM
That was fun!
Big Brother Housemates panel discussion at HOTA, featuring Reggie, Trev, Coco, Ben from Brisbane, and Mike Goldman.
Big Brother Housemates panel discussion at HOTA, featuring Reggie, Trev, Coco, Ben from Brisbane, and Mike Goldman.
Last night - first time using the Ferny Grove line (I know!) and hands-down the best Thai I’ve ever eaten! #winning
www.a-thai-5.com
www.a-thai-5.com
February 6, 2026 at 10:31 PM
Last night - first time using the Ferny Grove line (I know!) and hands-down the best Thai I’ve ever eaten! #winning
www.a-thai-5.com
www.a-thai-5.com
Excellent interview with former MAFS producer youtu.be/8bCB_RSaOcc?...
MAFS Producer Breaks Silence on Editing Tricks
YouTube video by McKnight Tonight
youtu.be
February 6, 2026 at 6:49 AM
Excellent interview with former MAFS producer youtu.be/8bCB_RSaOcc?...
Radio and pod peeps - one month till #AusAudioAwards entries close!
Handy hint: if you save just one short clip from each show, you’ve done the hard work when it comes to putting together demos or award entries.
mumbrella.com.au/audioawards
Check out my album of the judges over on Facebook 😎
Handy hint: if you save just one short clip from each show, you’ve done the hard work when it comes to putting together demos or award entries.
mumbrella.com.au/audioawards
Check out my album of the judges over on Facebook 😎
The Australian Audio Awards | 28 May 2026
The Australian Audio Awards recognises and awards the best talent and work in radio and podcasting.
mumbrella.com.au
February 5, 2026 at 11:18 PM
Radio and pod peeps - one month till #AusAudioAwards entries close!
Handy hint: if you save just one short clip from each show, you’ve done the hard work when it comes to putting together demos or award entries.
mumbrella.com.au/audioawards
Check out my album of the judges over on Facebook 😎
Handy hint: if you save just one short clip from each show, you’ve done the hard work when it comes to putting together demos or award entries.
mumbrella.com.au/audioawards
Check out my album of the judges over on Facebook 😎
Our latest foster kitteh is up for adoption. We loved having her for a few weeks. She is an absolute cutie!! www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search...
February 4, 2026 at 10:04 PM
Our latest foster kitteh is up for adoption. We loved having her for a few weeks. She is an absolute cutie!! www.rspcaqld.org.au/adopt/search...
Want $20?
Do I know anyone who is not yet using The Pass app to score rewards at AVC pubs including the Kenmore, the Port Office and the Regatta?
In Feb, you can get $10 off your first order, plus 1000 points ($10) with this promo code: NPZ9T6NMT6
links.thepassapp.com.au/WuwL16c6t0bN...
Do I know anyone who is not yet using The Pass app to score rewards at AVC pubs including the Kenmore, the Port Office and the Regatta?
In Feb, you can get $10 off your first order, plus 1000 points ($10) with this promo code: NPZ9T6NMT6
links.thepassapp.com.au/WuwL16c6t0bN...
The Pass | Home to 200+ Pubs & Bars Across Australia
Welcome to The Pass, a world that fuels food and drink adventures and loyalty rewards in over 200 of Australia’s best pubs and bars.
links.thepassapp.com.au
February 4, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Want $20?
Do I know anyone who is not yet using The Pass app to score rewards at AVC pubs including the Kenmore, the Port Office and the Regatta?
In Feb, you can get $10 off your first order, plus 1000 points ($10) with this promo code: NPZ9T6NMT6
links.thepassapp.com.au/WuwL16c6t0bN...
Do I know anyone who is not yet using The Pass app to score rewards at AVC pubs including the Kenmore, the Port Office and the Regatta?
In Feb, you can get $10 off your first order, plus 1000 points ($10) with this promo code: NPZ9T6NMT6
links.thepassapp.com.au/WuwL16c6t0bN...
Loving the drone footage at the Olympics (training)!
February 4, 2026 at 11:11 AM
Loving the drone footage at the Olympics (training)!
Squee!! 🐸 It’s just dropped!
February 4, 2026 at 8:22 AM
Squee!! 🐸 It’s just dropped!
Padding on Only Planes - auditioning for rained out cricket? - while runway is cleaned. Bit of a mystery it seems. www.youtube.com/live/ceeyYHy...
🔴 LIVE Plane Spotting @ Brisbane Airport w/ James, Matty + ATC ✈️🌇🌙
YouTube video by Only Planes Network
www.youtube.com
February 3, 2026 at 11:37 AM
Padding on Only Planes - auditioning for rained out cricket? - while runway is cleaned. Bit of a mystery it seems. www.youtube.com/live/ceeyYHy...
Australia Post being delivered by tow truck. M5 Western Freeway inbound before the Moggill Road exit 5.30pm.
February 3, 2026 at 9:13 AM
Australia Post being delivered by tow truck. M5 Western Freeway inbound before the Moggill Road exit 5.30pm.
Thanks Wade Kingsley for inviting me onto The (all-new) Quarter Hour pod.
Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1Kvl...
Watch the unedited live recording: www.youtube.com/live/w8YgD2b...
NB: I meant to say 49.2% share for the Hit Mt Isa breakfast show ex the GC. 49.8% is the overall station share.
Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1Kvl...
Watch the unedited live recording: www.youtube.com/live/w8YgD2b...
NB: I meant to say 49.2% share for the Hit Mt Isa breakfast show ex the GC. 49.8% is the overall station share.
February 3, 2026 at 12:58 AM
Thanks Wade Kingsley for inviting me onto The (all-new) Quarter Hour pod.
Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1Kvl...
Watch the unedited live recording: www.youtube.com/live/w8YgD2b...
NB: I meant to say 49.2% share for the Hit Mt Isa breakfast show ex the GC. 49.8% is the overall station share.
Listen: open.spotify.com/episode/1Kvl...
Watch the unedited live recording: www.youtube.com/live/w8YgD2b...
NB: I meant to say 49.2% share for the Hit Mt Isa breakfast show ex the GC. 49.8% is the overall station share.
I’m being interviewed on The Quarter Hour pod tomorrow.
If you’re a P1 sub, you’ve been emailed the link to join live at 9am Qld time.
If you’re a P1 sub, you’ve been emailed the link to join live at 9am Qld time.
February 2, 2026 at 10:47 AM
I’m being interviewed on The Quarter Hour pod tomorrow.
If you’re a P1 sub, you’ve been emailed the link to join live at 9am Qld time.
If you’re a P1 sub, you’ve been emailed the link to join live at 9am Qld time.
Haven’t been to the Pancake Manor since our first date in 1993!
Thanks for the nostalgia trip, Evan! #mitfroh
(Btw, the food was great!)
Thanks for the nostalgia trip, Evan! #mitfroh
(Btw, the food was great!)
February 1, 2026 at 1:16 PM
Haven’t been to the Pancake Manor since our first date in 1993!
Thanks for the nostalgia trip, Evan! #mitfroh
(Btw, the food was great!)
Thanks for the nostalgia trip, Evan! #mitfroh
(Btw, the food was great!)