Insecurity City: 80s Brisbane - a podcast by GDC and PJ

Peter talks about his experiences coming to a monocultural Brisbane ruled by a repressive government and politicised police force where the dissent was not just fashion but a necessity. The dress code was op shop and the music was anti-rock played at DIY gigs at found venues. The earliest alternative radio station in Australia (4ZZZ) provided a lifeline of culture and news that got under the wire of the mainstream. It was fun but it was tough. It was tough but it was fun. And if it faded and got absorbed by the great white whale of normal it was never without resistance.

Further episodes of Ushers to Ashes: Alternative 80s

Further podcasts by GDC and PJ

Website of GDC and PJ