ON THIS EPISODE: Why Melbourne is having a revival It’s VCE exam time – Caro and Corrie reflect on their memories (and nightmares!) An extended BSF What is the best time of the year for the AFLW season to be played? We recognise a couple of important 83rd birthdays Upcoming fashion trends **CHRISTMAS PODCAST SPECIAL** Live from The Continental Hotel, Sorrento. - Caro and Corrie with guests Ross Lyon, Dwayne Russell, Rebecca Barnard and Anna “From the Op Shop” Barry - $70 (includes drink on arrival and pass-around food) - Wednesday, December 17, 5.30pm-7.30pm - The Continental Hotel, Sorrento - CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS BSF. BSF brought to us by Red Energy. Owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to 100% Aussie owned Red Energy. BOOK: CORRIE HAS A BOOK: Heather Rose’s A Great Act of Love SCREEN: CARO HAS A STAGE & SCREEN: Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier FOOD: CORRIE HAS A RECIPE: Creamy Lemon Linguine by Letita Clark’s ‘For The Love of Lemons’ Ingredients • 200g linguine • 2 medium egg yolks • 100g mascarpone • 2 tbsp finely grated pecorino or veggie equivalent • Finely grated zest 1 lemon, plus half its juice • 30g unsalted butter • 2-3 basil leaves, torn • Extra-virgin olive oil to serve Method 1. Cook the pasta in a large saucepan of well-salted boiling water until al dente (7-8 minutes). Drain the pasta, reserving a little of the cooking water just in case the sauce needs it (although I rarely need it here). Return the pasta to the pan. 2. Meanwhile, mix together the egg yolks, mascarpone, pecorino and lemon zest and juice in a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and the butter and set aside. 3. Throw the sauce into the pan of drained pasta and stir vigorously over the lowest heat, tossing the linguine well until every strand is coated and saucy. Taste for seasoning, adding more salt or lemon juice if you see fit. Add the torn basil leaves, stir quickly, then serve with a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil. SIX QUICK QUESTIONS, for Red Energy: Owned by Snowy Hydro, a leader in renewable energy. Switch to 100% Aussie owned Red Energy. FOR RED ENERGY Red Energy. Moving home? Stress less and make the move to Red Energy. Call 131 806. Corrie to Caro: What does the AFLW need to do to lift audiences Caro to Corrie: Which Australian celebrates a 83rd birthday this week and remains hardworking and relevant – and still with something new to say - Congratulations to Helen Garner for winning the 2025 Bailie Gifford prize - https://www.theguardian.com/books/2025/nov/05/helen-garner-diaries-how-to-end-a-story-baillie-gifford-prize-for-nonfiction Corrie to Caro: What international standardisation would simplify international travel Caro to Corrie: Which American celebrates a 83rd birthday in two weeks and remains hardworking and relevant – and still with something new to say Corrie to Caro: This week’s Melbourne Cup – how do you rate your level of interest Caro to Corrie: Who’s your biggest fashion guru at the moment, and what trends is she predicting