Talking Prisoner Podcast

The official Talking Prisoner page hosted by Matt Batten-your go-to podcast for cast interviews, rare behind-the-scenes content, and all things Prisoner

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I know many of you have been eagerly asking about Phillip Hyde coming on Talking Prisoner.

I’ve been in touch with Phillip several times throughout last year about this, but he has politely declined the invitation, as he prefers to live a quiet life. He truly appreciates the interest from all of us, and trust me, I would have loved to have him on the show to share his stories.

Thank you all for your understanding, and we will continue to bring you exciting content with the cast we have been able to connect with!

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I’ve just spoken to the legendary David Waters, who played the iconic Officer David Bridges on Prisoner: Cell Block H. 🎉

David has kindly agreed to come on Talking Prisoner to share his experiences and insights about his time on the show. We’ll be diving deep into his role as Officer Bridges and discussing all the memorable moments from his time at Wentworth.

Stay tuned for this exciting episode coming soon! You won’t want to miss it!

#TalkingPrisoner #DavidWaters #OfficerBridges #PrisonerCellBlockH #BehindTheScenes #PrisonerFans

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Hi everyone,
Just a quick update regarding the Robyn Gibbes interview-there's been a slight delay.
The interview is still happening, but due to some scheduling conflicts on both my end and Robyn's, we've had to adjust the timing.
Thank you for your patience, and I'll keep you all updated on when it will take place!@TalkingPrisoner

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I’m excited to announce that I’m starting to upload all my Talking Prisoner YouTube interviews to X and will be comparing the stats! To kick things off, we’re starting with everyone’s favorite Top Dog, Val Lehman—Queen Bea herself! 👑

In Episode 11 of Talking Prisoner, I had the incredible opportunity to sit down with the legendary Val Lehman, who portrayed Queen Bea for an astonishing 376 episodes. We covered everything from Val’s childhood as an only child, her school life, how she got into acting, and, of course, how she landed the iconic role of Queen Bea on Prisoner. Val also shared fascinating stories about working with castmates like Carol Burns, Sheila Florance, Maggie Kirkpatrick, and Betty Bobbitt, as well as how she remembered her lines.

Check it out now, and let me know what you think! 👇

#TalkingPrisoner #ValLehman #QueenBea #PrisonerCellBlockH #IconicRoles #PrisonerFans #BehindTheScenes

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Wendy’s daughter has shared some wonderful photos from Wendy Playfair’s recent birthday celebration. Wendy, who played Minnie Donovan on *Prisoner*, celebrated her special day with loved ones.

I am excited to share these moments with you all!

#prisoner #wendyplayfair #fypシ゚ #cellblockh #PrisonerCellBlockH

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When your daughter wears the right merchandise for casual dress day at school

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@weller_j @mattbatten0 Yes of course but that’s how it was written on the back by Sheryl so we kept it like that

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Who’s loving these incredible behind-the-scenes photos from Sheryl Munks, a cherished cast member and close friend of Talking Prisoner? Sheryl has graciously allowed us to turn her personal collection into digital format, and we’re thrilled to share these brilliant, never-before-seen images with you all!
#sherylmunks #fypviralシ #behindthescenes #prisoner #PrisonerCellBlockH
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Remembering Joy Westmore

This photo was sent to me back in 2020 from Joys family when she passed away. We had planned to interview Joy but lockdowns at the time were stopping us. Always love watching Joy on Prisoner
#joywestmore #cellblockh #prisoner
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More to come, such an amazing day

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Here’s a sneak peek behind the scenes of my Talking Prisoner event at Harlow Bar in Richmond, scheduled for August 2024!

I’m excited to share that it was an incredible day filled with fun and memorable moments
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#fyp #prisoner #cellblockh #katehood #events #richmond

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Who’s excited to meet Kylie? We can’t wait to see you there!

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In January 2022, Ken and Matt had the pleasure of sitting down with Kylie Belling, who played Sarah West on Prisoner. This was Kylie’s first-ever interview discussing her role on the show.
Kylie has an impressive career that spans numerous notable roles, including:

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•Redfern Now (2012) as Patricia
•The Sapphires (2012) as Geraldine
•Harry's War (1999) as Maude Green
•Li'l Elvis Jones and the Truckstoppers (1997–1998) as Lionel Dexter
•The Genie from Down Under (1996) as Trish Emu
•Bligh (1992) as a guest

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The Flying Doctors (1986) as Sharon Herbert
•The Fringe Dwellers (1986)
With such an extensive career, Kylie brings a wealth of experience and insight to our event. We’re excited to have her join us on August 25th for the Annual Talking Prisoner Fan Meet and Greet.

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•Bligh (1992) as a guest
•Until the End of the World (1991) as Lydia
•Rafferty's Rules (1987) as Rosie Johnson
•Naked Under Capricorn (1989) as Casey
•The Gerry Connolly Show (1988) as a Parliament House Protestor
•Ground Zero (1987) as a Receptionist

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@my3epaulets I love her

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Dive into the captivating world of Prisoner with Corals Soapbox Episode 6! Join Coral Drouyn and Matt as they unravel the mysteries behind the Barnhurst 5 storyline. From character insights to behind-the-scenes anecdotes, this episode is a must-watch for all Prisoner fans!

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Episode 58, featuring Jim Fletcher and Vera Bennett sharing a drink together after work. 🍻

What are your plans for Friday night? Drop a comment below and let’s share our weekend vibes! 🌟

#TalkingPrisoner #BehindTheScenes #FridayNightPlans

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Flinders street station at night - Opening scene of Prisoner

Photo Credit - Matt

#prisoner #cellblockh

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