The Good, The Chat and The Gutsy

About this episode

Melissa Leong discusses her life in food, while the team explores small talk and literature.

Author and presenter Melissa Leong spills her Guts on her life in food; Dr Jen sets us up for a scientifically good day; the team go big on small talk; award-winning writer Melissa Manning takes the leap with her debut novel, Frogsong ; and Bron makes an appearance on the apps. With presenters Daniel Burt, Monique Sebire & Bronwyn Kuss. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/breakfasters/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakfasters3RRRFM/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakfasters/

People in this episode

Hosts: Daniel Burt, Monique Sebire, Bronwyn Kuss

Guests: Melissa Leong, Melissa Manning

Topics covered

• food
• science
• small talk
• literature
• debut novel

Keywords

• Melissa Leong
• food
• science
• small talk
• Melissa Manning
• debut novel
• Frogsong

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