An old mate (as in we have known each other for over 30 years), Brian Newington, sent me a terrific story about sound and someone special (link below).  For mine, Brian has the best audio/radio ear in the country – apart from being sound engineer on countless radio series I have worked on, ’Beastie’ worked with Graham Kennedy and for Triple M, Austereo and the Seven Network.  These days he lectures at TAFE and, as you’ll see, there are rewards in being a mentor… http://www.myms.com.au/brian-david/