Deborah Mailman, Lily Whiteley and Chris ‘Brolga’ Barns interview (Kangaroo)
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Deborah Mailman, Chris ‘Brolga’ Barns and Lily Whiteley take us inside Outback family film Kangaroo
Popcorn Podcast hops into the heart of the Outback with the stars of Kangaroo, Australia’s new family adventure film. Deborah Mailman (The Sapphires, Mystery Road), Kangaroo Sanctuary founder Chris 'Brolga' Barns and breakout newcomer Lily Whiteley share heartfelt stories about filming in Alice Springs, working with real orphaned joeys and exploring themes of grief, family and belonging. From Hollywood-scale film sets in the Red Centre to the emotional truth of caring for Australia’s national icon, this conversation offers movie fans a behind-the-scenes look at one of 2025’s most heartwarming films.

