Proper True Yarn

This episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast brings two absolute weapons into the studio, Beau Jones and Jordan Abbey Young, for a long-form yarn about friendship, acting, and how careers sometimes start in the strangest possible ways.Both Beau and Jordan grew up as station kids in North Queensland and the Northern Territory, chasing an acting dream that confused their families and tested their commitment early. Their paths eventually crossed on the Gold Coast through short films, indie projects, and pure chaos, including the first time they properly met when one of them was literally playing a homeless bloke in a wheelie bin during a film shoot in Beenleigh.Beau talks about boarding school on the Gold Coast and studying acting at the New York Film Academy, before returning to Australia to grind through low-budget productions and short films. Jordan shares his own journey, bouncing between stations, sheds, couches, and castings while chasing opportunities wherever they appeared.The episode really opens up when the boys break down landing roles in Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan, their first major professional acting job. They tell the full story of beating thousands of auditions, getting flown to Kingaroy, and immediately celebrating their “big break” by getting completely blind the night before a freezing early-morning call time.What follows is an all-time hangover yarn. Missed alarms, panic showers, vomiting into a backpack full of scripts and wardrobe, and still somehow surviving a full day of filming without getting sent home. It's funny, brutal, and painfully honest about how unforgiving the industry can be when you're just getting started.Beyond the chaos, the episode digs into shared rural values, persistence over polish, and what it means to back yourself without a safety net. It's about timing, luck, and finding your people along the way.If you're into Australian film stories, behind-the-scenes acting yarns, regional blokes chasing creative careers, or raw conversations about getting your first real break, this episode delivers.Loose, honest, and full of proper laughs. A proper true yarn about friendship, timing, and earning your shot.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's Silly Saturday 19 and this one kicks off with a proper blow-up over Australia Post and the chaos small businesses are dealing with right now.We break down exactly what's going on behind the scenes — from incorrect parcel scanning, underpaid postage charges, and why small businesses across Australia are getting stitched up by a broken system.There's also a listener yarn with some real insight into taking on big systems, plus the usual unfiltered chat, strong opinions, and classic Proper True Yarn carry-on.If you run a business, ship products, or just love hearing real Aussie takes on real issues — this episode hits hard.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Jimmy Christmas jumps into the hot seat for a rapid-fire question session, live on TikTok.From the very first question, it's chaos.Jimmy shares where to find his viral Christmas light displays (Jimmy_Xmas on socials) and talks about the Tongan rugby league light show that blew up online. What started as a hobby has turned into one of the most talked-about Christmas light setups in Australia.Then the questions get real.If he could get anyone's autograph, dead or alive, who would it be? Jimmy doesn't hesitate. It's Steve Renouf, “The Pearl.” He tells the story of finally meeting his childhood hero after State of Origin and how it felt to come face-to-face with the bloke he used to pretend to be in the backyard.He also opens up about one of his biggest and most expensive mistakes. In true DIY fashion, Jimmy accidentally wired 24-volt power supplies into a 12-volt setup and let the “magical smoke” out of a brand-new control board imported from America. A painful lesson in checking specs before plugging things in.The rapid-fire keeps rolling:Losing his virginity at 14 after a very suspicious “study session.”Meeting Billy Slater after the 2017 Grand Final and confidently grabbing him mid-celebration.Dust-ups at ag college that escalated quickly and got completely out of hand.Why Seann William Scott (Stifler from American Pie) would be the perfect actor to play him in a movie.And why, if he could own any animal in the world, it would absolutely be a monkey.It's loose, unfiltered, and exactly what happens when you mix footy, farming, Christmas lights, and a live audience egging it on.If you're into Aussie humour, rugby league stories, Christmas light madness, or rapid-fire guest questions that go completely off track, this episode delivers.Fast, funny, and full of classic Jimmy Christmas energy.A proper true yarn.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Jimmy Christmas looks back on the years that shaped him most, his time at agricultural college, and why it was the best thing that ever happened to him.Jimmy talks openly about hating school, struggling academically, and being given one last shot when his parents allowed him to leave in Year 10 and head to Ag College. With strict conditions to pass and no room to fail, he explains how that structure finally clicked and forced him to apply himself in a way traditional schooling never did.The episode takes a brutal turn when Jimmy tells the full story of crushing his fingers in a farming accident just before starting college. A hydraulic ram, a bad decision, and a split-second mistake left him hospitalised, heavily bandaged, and turning up late to college with a mangled hand and no mates. It's graphic, funny in hindsight, and completely honest about how fast things can go wrong on farms.From awkward first days and standing up for teachers when no one else did, to discovering half the class had failed maths despite supposedly needing Bs to get in, the yarn captures the chaos, humour, and growth that came with those years at Ag College in Emerald.Jimmy also dives into a bigger conversation about education in Australia. He questions whether the current school system actually works for everyone and argues strongly for more trade-based pathways, practical life skills, and real-world education. Business basics, tax knowledge, and exposure to trades are things he believes would help far more kids than forcing everyone down the same academic road.It's a thoughtful, funny, and brutally real episode about finding your place, learning the hard way, and why some people just aren't built for classrooms but thrive when given responsibility and purpose.If you're into Australian rural stories, farm life, education debates, or coming-of-age yarns that actually say something, this one hits hard.Honest, raw, and full of perspective. A proper true yarn about becoming a man the hard way.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Jimmy Christmas switches gears from farming chaos to classic footy stories that only come from road trips, rep sides, and too much freedom in motel rooms.Jimmy talks about growing up around footy, playing local and rep sides, and why making representative teams was often more about the away trips than the games themselves. He shares one unforgettable trip where a simple idea for team bonding turned into a full-blown motel party involving two footy teams, overturned beds, angry owners, a mysteriously missing minibar, and police turning up to absolutely nothing.The yarn digs into why team culture matters, how shared chaos builds trust, and why that one night off the field helped turn a smashed side into a competitive unit the very next game. It's a reminder that footy isn't just about talent, it's about camaraderie, trust, and knowing the bloke next to you has your back.Jimmy also opens up about marrying into a deeply football-connected family and the moments that come with it. From being inside sheds after big games to State of Origin access that money can't buy, he explains why those behind-the-scenes experiences mean more than any photo or post.One of the standout moments comes when Jimmy tells the story of being mistaken for Tim Glasby and getting wrapped up in a hug by Alfie Langer, before Alfie realises he has absolutely no idea who he's hugging.It's loose, funny, and packed with classic footy energy. The kind of episode that reminds you why sport, trips away, and shared chaos create stories that last forever.If you're into Australian footy yarns, rep team chaos, road trips, or behind-the-scenes sporting stories, this one's an absolute belter.Funny, nostalgic, and a proper true yarn from kickoff to siren.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another loose Silly Saturday on the Proper True Yarn Podcast packed with outrageous listener stories, unfiltered banter, and absolute chaos. From backyard spud gun disasters to a brutal “Ring of Fire” yarn that'll have you wincing, nothing is off limits.We dive into ridiculous would-you-rather questions, share some of the funniest (and most cooked) call-ins yet, and wrap it up with a wild New Zealand pig hunting story that proves things can go sideways real quick in the bush.If you love Australian humour, hunting stories, pub yarns, and uncensored comedy podcasts, this episode is for you.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Jimmy Christmas delivers one of the loosest and most unbelievable farm yarns you'll ever hear, and every word of it is true.The conversation dives straight into the reality of hiring seasonal workers on a regional avocado farm, where interviews don't always tell the full story and first days can go wildly off the rails. Jimmy introduces listeners to “Kelvin”, a character inspired by a collection of real-life workers whose behaviour was so cooked it eventually became its own ongoing persona.What starts as a normal hire quickly turns into chaos when a new worker arrives claiming experience, only to be found hours later completely naked in a cherry picker, metres in the air, scratching himself and blaming allergies to grass, weeds, and leaves. On a farm. Full of grass, weeds, and leaves.From support buses dropping workers off, to machinery safety concerns, to phone calls at two in the morning explaining why someone is “still itchy” and can't come back, Jimmy breaks down the genuine challenges of managing staff, staying patient, and knowing when to cut your losses.The episode also explores broader farming realities, including workforce shortages during COVID, reliance on backpackers and Pacific Island labour programs, language barriers, and why finding ten reliable workers can be harder than running the entire operation solo.It's raw, funny, ridiculous, and eye-opening, showing a side of farming most people never see, where you don't just manage crops, you manage absolute characters.If you're into Australian farm stories, wild worksite yarns, regional life, or episodes that make you say “that can't be real”, this one is an all-time classic.Loose, honest, and completely unforgettable.A proper true yarn straight from the paddock.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast features a brand new guest with one of the most unexpected passions you'll hear about all year.Knuckles sits down with Jimmy Xmas, also known as James Cortese, the bloke who turned a simple idea for his kids into a fully synchronised Christmas light display that pulls crowds from all over the region.What started as a few lights quickly turned into a full-scale operation powered by late nights, YouTube tutorials, patience, and a very understanding partner. Jimmy breaks down how deep the rabbit hole goes, how much gear is actually hanging off his house, and why once you start, there's no turning back.Alongside the lights, the conversation dives into life as an avocado farmer. Jimmy explains how seasonal farming really works, what a good avocado tree actually produces, where the fruit ends up, and why most people have no idea how thin the margins really are once freight, labour, and supermarkets take their cut.It's a proper country yarn about family, work ethic, passion projects, and doing something purely for the joy it brings other people, especially kids. No influencers, no hype, just someone backing an idea and going all in.If you're into Australian farming stories, Christmas traditions, small business realities, or people who build something cool from scratch, this episode is a ripper.Wholesome, honest, and a proper true yarn from start to finish.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast is pure loose chat, fast questions, and unfiltered answers as The Baron gets thrown straight into the hot seat.Knuckles fires off rapid-fire questions that spiral quickly from dream autographs and celebrity encounters to golf blow-ups, Tasmanian party chaos, and a full-blown teenage brawl that involved branches, numbers, and very poor decision-making. The Baron opens up about his biggest stuff-ups, first loves, wild nights, and the kind of fights you only end up in when you're young, drunk, and convinced you're invincible.The conversation also drifts into fame by association, including being followed by Gordon Ramsay, getting a personal message from Peter Andre, and why Dwayne Johnson would be the only acceptable choice to play him in a movie.It's light, chaotic, brutally honest, and exactly what Proper True Yarn does best. No overthinking, no polishing, just mates talking shit, telling stories, and laughing their way through it.If you're into raw Australian podcasts, rapid-fire yarns, and guests who don't dodge questions, this one's a ripper from start to finish.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Silly Saturday is back and this one is absolutely unhinged.In Silly Saturday #17, Knuckles and Zak rip into some of the wildest listener yarns we've ever heard – this time from a frontline ambo who's seen it all. From bizarre emergency callouts to full-blown chaos in the back of an ambulance, these stories prove truth is always stranger than fiction.We dive into:Insane ambulance callouts you won't believe actually happenedCaravan park disasters and questionable life choicesEmergency room moments that'll have you laughing and cringingThe reality of life as a paramedic in AustraliaUnexpected overdoses, wild injuries and absolute madnessA few lessons learned the hard way… (seriously, don't try this stuff)There's also plenty of banter around fight predictions, country events, and the chaos of everyday Aussie life that makes Silly Saturday what it is.If you love raw, unfiltered storytelling, outrageous humour and proper true yarns from real people – this episode delivers.⚠️ Warning: This episode contains explicit language and some graphic stories.

This episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast goes places no one expects and somehow ends up delivering one of the most important health messages you'll hear all year.What starts as a loose laugh turns into an unforgettable yarn when The Baron tells the full story of discovering a very swollen left nut. From bleach baths and bathroom mirrors to real estate being taken up where it shouldn't be, Nathan walks through the moment he realised something wasn't right.The conversation breaks down what a hydrocele actually is, how quickly your mind jumps to the worst-case scenario, and why so many men ignore symptoms instead of getting checked. Nathan shares the doctor visits, scans, specialists, and the sheer relief of reading the words “the testicle looks fantastic” in a medical report.Between the jokes, metaphors, and absolutely cooked analogies, there's a serious message that cuts through clearly. If something feels off, get it checked. Don't ignore it. Don't assume the worst. Don't accept the first answer if it doesn't sit right. Push for clarity and look after yourself.The episode also ties into the broader message around men's health, second opinions, and why early action matters more than pride or embarrassment. It's crude, funny, uncomfortable at times, and genuinely important.If you like raw Australian podcasts, unfiltered humour, and real conversations that actually say something useful, this episode delivers all of it in one completely unhinged package.Laugh hard. Cringe a bit.And seriously, get yourself checked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is one of the most raw and important episodes of the Proper True Yarn Podcast to date.In a conversation that strips everything back, The Baron opens up about life behind the laughs, sharing the deeply personal story of his daughter Evie and the reality of raising a child with complex medical needs.Nathan speaks honestly about Evie's diagnosis of cerebral palsy, her being nonverbal, and the shock of later discovering she also has type 1 diabetes. He walks through the early warning signs, the endless crying as a newborn, missed developmental milestones, hospital visits, and the moment everything changed when her pancreas shut down.The episode captures the helplessness of not being able to communicate with your child when something is wrong, the fear that comes with managing a life-threatening condition, and the emotional weight carried quietly by parents who still have to show up every day. Nathan also explains how modern medical technology has helped them manage Evie's condition, while still acknowledging how fragile and overwhelming it can feel.Alongside the pain, there's perspective. Nathan talks about resilience, gratitude, and the mindset that keeps him moving forward, even when things feel unbearable. It's a powerful reminder that the loudest people often carry the heaviest loads, and that everyone you meet is fighting something you can't see.This episode isn't about jokes, viral clips, or internet personas. It's about parenthood, vulnerability, love, and surviving situations you never imagined facing.If you're a parent, a carer, or someone who needs to hear that they're not alone, this episode will hit hard in the best possible way.Raw. Honest. Human.A proper true yarn that matters.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this relaxed and unexpectedly personal episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, we sit down with The Baron for a yarn that moves from family life to food debates and everything in between.Nathan opens up about life away from the internet persona, talking honestly about his wife, his kids, and what it's like raising a family in Tasmania. While most people know him for loud laughs and viral videos, this episode shows the grounded side that doesn't always make it onto social media.Naturally, the conversation drifts into food, and it turns into an all-time Australian debate. Sausage rolls, bakeries, servos, and what actually makes a good one. Moistness is discussed at length. So is why lamb is officially off the menu for The Baron after too many years of mining camp meals in Western Australia.From there, things spiral into peanut butter. Crunchy vs smooth. Aussie-made vs imported. Loaded peanut butter flavours that probably shouldn't exist but absolutely do. Nathan breaks down how his love for peanut butter turned into a collaboration, how a small Australian brand caught his eye before it even launched properly, and why good products still beat good marketing.It's a loose, funny, and very Australian conversation covering family, food, business, Tasmania life, and the kind of arguments that only happen between mates sitting around a table.If you're into Australian podcasts, Tassie yarns, food debates, internet creators, or unfiltered conversations that go absolutely anywhere, this episode is a ripper.Easy listening, plenty of laughs, and a proper true yarn the whole way through.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phones are ringing and things get out of hand real quick…We kick things off with a strong debate on beers and why simple is best, before a cracking hat idea emerges—“F* Coriander”** might just be the next big drop.Then it escalates:A bloke doses his housemate with a Viagra jam special (yeah… seriously)Another yarn proves why you should never mix Deep Heat with a “solo DJ session”Someone accidentally gets saved by Jesus mid-shift thanks to daylight savings chaosPlus some love from listeners repping CTC lids across the countryAbsolute carnage, questionable decisions, and proper true yarns.Moral of the story: if it burns… you've probably stuffed up.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, we sit down with Australian internet favourite The Baron for a full-blown verbal demolition of the English language.What starts as a casual chat quickly turns into a hilarious, rage-fuelled breakdown of why English is one of the most confusing, inconsistent, and poorly designed languages ever forced upon humanity. From words that look identical but sound completely different, to spelling rules that simply disappear when they feel like it, The Baron explains exactly why learning English is an absolute nightmare.He runs through some of the most painful examples imaginable. Tough, though, rough, cough, thorough. Make, bake, ache, naked. Desert and desert. Wind and wind. Produce and produce. Object and object. Bass the fish, bass the instrument, bass the drum. Every example somehow makes sense on its own, yet none of it works together.As the frustration builds, the conversation expands into teachers trying to explain this madness, why educators secretly agree it makes no sense, and how the English language seems to have been designed by a committee that hated consistency. Even the letter W cops a hiding, with a surprisingly valid argument that it is harder to say than the words it represents.This episode also dives into why The Baron turned this exact frustration into his book The English Language Is a Cunt, how his videos around spelling and pronunciation blew up online, and why people from all over the world message him daily just to say, “Thank you, I thought it was just me.”If you love Australian comedy podcasts, language humour, viral internet creators, or yelling at words that don't behave, this episode will hit home hard.Loud, funny, painfully accurate, and impossible to argue with.A proper true yarn for anyone who has ever tried to spell “thorough” without swearing.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this classic laugh-out-loud episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, The Baron drops one of his all-time great travel stories from his first wild night in Amsterdam.What starts as a harmless Europe trip with his then fiancée quickly escalates into sex shows, cheap joints, tour groups getting loose, and a nightclub that somehow empties out without him noticing. After getting absolutely cooked and separated from everyone he knows, The Baron finds himself wandering the streets of a foreign country with no phone direction, no hostel name, and no clue where he is.Trying to wave down taxis in the dark, he finally hops into a car he assumes is a cab, only to realise after more than an hour of driving around the city that the bloke behind the wheel is not a taxi driver at all. Just a local on his way to work who decided to help a blind drunk Australian stranger get home.The story somehow gets better with every turn, covering weed cafes, tour groups, sex shows, language barriers, hostel roulette, and one of the nicest random acts of kindness you'll ever hear in a yarn that sounds completely made up but somehow isn't.If you love travel disaster stories, Amsterdam nightlife yarns, Aussie humour, or proper true stories that spiral out of control, this episode is an absolute belter.Unplanned. Unfiltered. Unforgettable.A proper true yarn told exactly how it happened.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, we sit down with Australian internet cult figure The Baron to unpack the real story behind the character, the comedy, and the chaos that made him one of the most recognisable storytellers on social media.Nathan explains how The Baron was born while working in mining in Western Australia, after being handed a welder's beanie that sparked the nickname “The Red Baron.” What started as a worksite joke quickly became a character that helped him sell thousands of T-shirts through his early brand Instinct Athletic, years before TikTok even existed.He breaks down how the original Baron character was completely mute, communicating only through music and mimed clips on Snapchat, effectively experimenting with short-form storytelling long before platforms like TikTok took over. After stepping away from content and selling the business at a loss, Nathan later revived The Baron online, this time focused purely on telling funny, raw, true stories.One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is the reality of social media money. Despite millions of views and viral clips, The Baron explains why Australian creators make nothing directly from TikTok or Instagram, and why only platforms like Facebook currently offer meaningful ad revenue. It's an honest look at the creator economy that most people get completely wrong.The episode also dives into the Baron Files Podcast, viral story submissions, and why telling good yarns still matters even when there's no cheque at the end of it. From mining camps to social media myths, this conversation strips it all back.If you're into Australian podcasts, viral storytelling, TikTok reality checks, mining humour, or no-bullshit creator talk, this one hits the mark.Funny, honest, and grounded.A proper true yarn from start to finish.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's another loose Silly Saturday on the Proper True Yarn Podcast, and this one's absolute chaos from start to finish. Knuckles and Zak dive into wild listener stories including late-night street “cracktivities,” a brutal croc attack in the NT, a caravan park spa yarn you won't forget, and a near-miss with a roadside drug bus. Plus, plenty of banter, stitch-ups, and classic Aussie humour.If you love outrageous real-life stories, unfiltered laughs, and proper true yarns from around Australia, this episode delivers big time.

In this powerful and wide-ranging episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, we sit down again with Australian transport heavyweight Craig Membrey for a raw, honest conversation that moves from wild stories to deeply personal reflection.Craig answers listener questions that dig into the moments that shaped him - from the biggest lessons of his life to the people he's admired, the mistakes that still sit with him, and the experiences money can't buy. He opens up candidly about losing his son Rowan, the realities of grief, regret, parenting, and how perspective changes after surviving multiple heart attacks. This isn't filtered or polished - it's real talk about life, responsibility, and learning to live with what you can't change.The episode also delivers classic Craig yarns, including his unbelievable run-in with Michael Schumacher at the Melbourne Grand Prix, where a freak crash, a tow truck, the media, and a chance encounter led to a moment most people would never believe. It's one of those stories that sounds made up - until you hear it told properly.Craig also reflects on meeting influential figures like Lindsay Fox, rubbing shoulders with global industry leaders, attending no-expense-spared parties in Las Vegas, and why his personal motto - Make It Happen - has guided every decision he's made. When asked who would play him in a movie about his life, his answer is pure Australian: Paul Hogan.Balancing humour with honesty, this episode covers success, failure, loyalty, enemies, second chances, and why Craig values people over possessions. It's a fitting close to a series of conversations that capture exactly what the podcast is about - unfiltered stories, lived experience, and proper true yarns.If you're into Australian podcast interviews, real-life success stories, business lessons, grief and resilience, wild true stories, or larger-than-life characters, this episode hits hard and stays with you.Uncensored. Honest. Human. A proper true yarn from start to finish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this unforgettable episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Australian transport identity Craig Membrey takes us inside what may be one of the most outrageous 60th birthday celebrations ever thrown.Craig breaks down the full story behind the party - from exploding birthday cakes and last-minute chaos to tattoo artists giving permanent reminders, casino tables, Vegas-style showgirls, comedians, stretch Hummers, supercars, cranes on display, and over 400 hand-picked guests. Hosted at the legendary car museum owned by Lindsay Fox, this wasn't just a party - it was a full-scale production.Beyond the madness, Craig explains why milestones matter more as you get older, how surviving multiple heart attacks reshaped his outlook on life, and why he believes money is best spent creating memories and rewarding loyalty. He opens up about celebrating life after loss, surrounding yourself with the right people, and refusing to do anything “small” - especially when it comes to gratitude.From mates mistakenly thinking real tattoos were fake, to friends flying in from all over Australia, to giving every guest something meaningful to take home, this episode perfectly captures Craig's philosophy: go all in, or don't bother.If you're into wild Australian yarns, larger-than-life personalities, outrageous party stories, business success, or real conversations about living life properly, this episode is an absolute standout.Raw, ridiculous, and unforgettable - a proper true yarn from start to finish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this second sit-down with Craig Membrey, we peel back the layers on how a young bloke with no tickets and a big dream built one of Australia's most respected crane and transport businesses — and lived a hell of a life along the way.Craig breaks down his journey from leaving school at 14, taking over a small family operation, and growing it into a massive fleet spanning cranes, trucks, trailers, forklifts, and heavy gear across Australia. He shares raw lessons on leadership, hiring the right people, backing yourself, and why passion beats formal education every day of the week.The conversation then rolls into wild international yarns - from countless trips to Las Vegas, shooting machine guns from helicopters, and driving stretch Hummers across the desert, to meeting legends like Neil Armstrong, hanging backstage with ZZ Top, and crossing paths with Lionel Richie.Craig also shares his love for American road trips - from Nashville and Broadway, to the SEMA Show, the Mid-America Truck Show, and old-school towns like Lynchburg, home of Jack Daniel's. Along the way, he talks travel, culture, risk-taking, business mistakes, and why young people should stop wasting weekends and start seeing the world.If you're into business podcasts, Australian success stories, transport industry yarns, Vegas stories, American road trips, or no-BS life lessons, this episode delivers big time.Straight talk. Big laughs. A proper true yarn about building something real - and enjoying the ride while you're at it.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Proper True Yarn – Silly Saturday, Knuckles and Zak rip into another round of outrageous listener yarns. From the great “fuck coriander” debate to a bloke secretly dosing his housemate's strawberry jam with Viagra, the stories just keep getting wilder.There's also a cracking tale about a Deep Heat disaster that went horribly wrong, plus shoutouts to the legends rocking Country Trucker Caps (CTC) around Australia. The boys chat beers, dodgy decisions, and why simple lagers still beat fancy fruit-salad craft beers any day of the week.If you love wild Australian stories, raw comedy podcasts, and proper true yarns from everyday legends, this Silly Saturday episode delivers plenty of laughs and questionable life choices.Get involvedA Send a voice message to the boysDrop us a yarn or question and you might feature on the show.Enquiries: propertrueyarn@gmail.comWebsite: linktr.ee/propertrueyarn睡Follow the PodcastInstagram: @propertrueyarnTikTok: @propertrueyarnFacebook: Proper True Yarn PodcastYouTube: Proper True Yarn PodcastMeet the HostsKnuckles - Country Trucker CapsInstagram: @countrytruckercapsTikTok: @knucklesctoZak PalmasInstagram: @zpdigitalsTikTok: @zakpal Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is one of the most emotional and important conversations ever recorded on the Proper True Yarn Podcast.In this powerful episode, we sit down with trucking identity and industry legend Craig Membrey, known by many as The Bling King, as he opens up about loss, purpose, and turning pain into action.Craig shares the deeply personal story of losing his son Rowan to suicide, a moment that forever changed his life. From that heartbreak came a mission - to create awareness, spark conversations, and save lives. That mission led to the creation of a one-of-a-kind 2000th Franna crane, built in honour of Rowan and wrapped in the colours of Beyond Blue, standing as a moving symbol for mental health awareness across Australia.This episode goes far beyond trucks and cranes. Craig speaks openly about depression, dark moments, seeking help, survivor's guilt, and the ripple effects suicide leaves behind on families, friends, and communities. He explains why awareness matters more than donations, why starting conversations can save lives, and why men especially need to learn how to speak up.You'll also hear how a simple trucker cap became a conversation starter, a symbol of remembrance, and a tool for change - worn not for fashion, but for meaning.⚠️ This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to Beyond Blue on 1300 22 4636.This isn't just a yarn - it's a legacy piece. Raw. Honest. Necessary.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this laid-back but revealing episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Australian boxing talent Clay Waterman drops the guard and answers the kind of questions fans rarely get to hear.Clay opens up about the man who inspired him most - Muhammad Ali - and why Ali's impact went far beyond boxing. He shares stories from wild nights in Miami, brushes with global fame, and what it was really like sparring elite fighters including Terence Crawford and crossing paths with the Mayweather camp.From growing up as a late bloomer, explosive teenage growth, tattoos, and fighting tough opponents who just wouldn't stay down, to honest reflections on mistakes, values, discipline, and staying grounded - this episode shows the human side of a man most people only see as a fighter.If you're into boxing culture, fighter Q&As, behind-the-scenes fight stories, Miami party tales, sparring world champions, or real conversations with elite athletes, this episode delivers a proper true yarn from start to finish.No hype. No ego. Just stories, laughs, and a rare glimpse behind the gloves.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful and deeply personal episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, world-title-winning boxer Clay Waterman steps away from fight talk and lays out his bold vision to change lives far beyond the ring.Clay opens up about building a long-term backup plan outside of boxing, leading to the creation of the Manna Foundation - a purpose-driven initiative focused on youth programs, cultural education, and community-first gyms across Australia. Drawing from his Māori, Aboriginal, and European heritage, Clay explains how boxing can be used as a tool to teach discipline, respect, identity, and leadership.He breaks down his flagship 10-week boxing and cultural program, designed to bring young people from all backgrounds together, reconnect them with culture, remove ego, and build real-world life skills - all culminating in a respectful, structured fight night. This episode tackles culture, unity, leadership, execution, and why helping others is the real definition of success.If you're into purpose-driven business, boxing-based youth programs, leadership mindset, cultural education, Australian community stories, or real conversations about change, this episode hits hard in the best way.This isn't just a plan - it's a mission. A proper true yarn about legacy, leadership, and changing Australia for the better.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Silly Saturday on the Proper True Yarn Podcast, where Knuckles and Zak play the funniest, wildest and most ridiculous listener phone calls from around Australia and beyond.This episode kicks off with a mysterious Scottish tongue twister before diving into a serious yarn from a truck driver about dangerous overtaking on Aussie highways and the risks truckies face every day on the road. The boys share their own close-call stories and talk about why drivers need to show a bit more respect for the big rigs keeping the country moving.There's also a classic pub joke involving an Englishman, a German and an Aussie, a chaotic hospital mishap that'll have you cringing, and a bloke who accidentally jumps into the wrong car at a servo and nearly drives off with it.As always, the yarns come straight from listeners — truck drivers, farmers, tradies and everyday legends across Australia — bringing the chaos, comedy and unbelievable moments that make Proper True Yarn what it is.If you love Australian humour, wild outback stories, truckie yarns, tradie banter and ridiculous real-life moments, this episode is for you.

In this wild episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Australian boxing savage Clay Waterman breaks down his jump into the brutal world of bare knuckle fighting - and why it might be the purest form of combat there is.Clay opens up about saying yes to bare knuckle fights without hesitation, how it completely changed his fighting style, and why many traditional boxers wouldn't survive a real street fight. He explains the mindset shift required to fight without gloves, the reality of broken hands, blood-soaked events, and why bare knuckle knockouts happen fast and brutally.From his knockout win at one of Australia's first major bare knuckle events, to the rise of combat sports entertainment, boxing politics, ego checks, and why learning how to fight properly can change your life - this episode is raw, honest, and unapologetic.If you're into bare knuckle boxing, combat sports podcasts, Australian boxing stories, street fight mentality, fight culture, or unfiltered fight talk, this one hits hard.No fluff. No filters. Just violence, respect, and a proper true yarn.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this powerful episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, we sit down with Australian boxer Clay Waterman for an unfiltered deep dive into resilience, sacrifice, and the brutal reality of elite boxing.Clay opens up about fighting for years with a broken hand, missing his shot at the Rio Olympics, and the politics that nearly ended his career. He shares what it was really like chasing Olympic qualification, why he believes turning professional earlier could have changed everything, and how stepping away from boxing to work on remote construction sites near Alice Springs nearly cost him his life - but ultimately saved his career.From driving road trains at 150km/h in the outback, to rebuilding his body and mind, winning national titles, and earning a bronze medal at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, this is a proper true yarn about backing yourself when everything is on the line.If you're into boxing podcasts, Australian sports stories, Olympic boxing journeys, combat sports mindset, or real-life comeback stories, this episode is not to be missed.Crack a cold one and settle in - this one's raw, honest, and hard-earned.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From buying alcohol at 13 in Ukraine to winning Australia's first amateur world title in Kazakhstan, this is a proper true yarn from one of the toughest fighters the country has produced.In this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Knuckles sits down with Clay Waterman, Australia's first junior amateur world champion, to unpack a lifetime spent in the ring. Clay opens up about starting combat sports as a kid, travelling the world before most people leave school, and racking up over 160 amateur fights before turning pro.They dive deep into:Winning world titles as a teenagerFighting bigger, older opponents as a kidThe brutal realities of international boxingBreaking a wrist mid-fight in Florida and finishing anywayWhy Clay chose the hard road as a free-agent fighterThe love-hate relationship every boxer has with the sportAdvice for parents putting kids into boxing for discipline and confidenceRaw, honest, and full of insight into the politics, pain, and pride behind elite boxing — this episode is a must-listen for fight fans, athletes, and anyone chasing something bigger than themselves.

Silly Saturday rolls in with the usual weekend sermon: rip, tear, bust… or do absolutely fuck-all,just don't spend it mowing the lawn.Then the hotline delivers a stacked set of yarns:Harley Wong (Rodeo Root): a backseat session turns into next-day panic when the girl messages asking if he left a condom in her… and Harley's response is as cooked as you'd expect.Carl Zilly (Average Willy, Bundaberg): at a diabetes seminar in Hervey Bay, he links with a “wee Bonnie lass” and ends up in the bedroom staring down a prosthetic leg… that quickly becomes part of the requested “mischief.”Nulsy's Fishing Adventures (Rooftop Tent Intruders): comes back to his own rooftop tent to find two randoms mid-act-lets them finish, then bins the mattress the next day.Beefo Keef (Car Crash Horror Film): a head-on at highway speed, the other car's occupants dead, a hospital lockdown with an angry mob, cops revealing the driver was known and the car was stolen… and the kicker: the passenger was already dead before the crash. Somehow it ends with $150k compo and buying a sailboat in Florida to sail back to Australia.To wrap, the boys plug Our Cow: use code YARN for $50 off your first box over $200, and the yarn of the month scores a free meat box-plus a reminder to send your own yarns in.

Knuckles wraps up with AJ “the NZ hype train” and fires through a rapid set of guest questions - from grooming habits and what you'd buy with a billion, to biggest fuck-up, dream movie casting, and the ultimate fantasy pet.AJ's “biggest fuck-up” turns into a full wedding-night disasterclass: arriving underfed, going way too hard, letting off fireworks, an accidental dancefloor knock-out, and a brutal one-liner that gets him kicked out… before making the worst decision of all and drink driving - owning that he deserved to be pulled over.They finish lighter: wild party picks (R&V and Oktoberfest in Munich), AJ casting himself as Jim Carrey (Ace Ventura devotion included), and choosing a trained big ape as the ultimate pet. Knuckles closes the ep with a final shout-out to AJ and a new life motto to send everyone off on the right note.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AJ wraps up his wild Auckland era with absolute carnage from Rhythm & Vines (R&V) - New Zealand's massive New Year's festival pulling 30,000+ punters.Him and Ant get handed the main stage hosting gig, which is normally just quick intros… but they turn it into full theatre: six or seven costume changes a night, morph suits, Kermit, Pink Panther, inflatable boat races, kiss cams - and at one point, going out completely nude before a major headline act (thankfully not during).They share the chaos of working around big artists like Savage, Sticky Fingers (who rocked up 40 minutes late while the crowd frothed), and the madness of trying to keep a festival crowd engaged when no one's really listening anyway.Then it drifts into pure after-dark festival mischief: roaming campgrounds in costume at sunrise, hiding in hay bales to dodge security, impulsively stealing a tractor for absolutely no reason… and somehow ending up buying a plus-size inflatable doll named “Bernice” for $100 - who later appears on stage leaking in front of thousands.They also revisit the old Short & Wide TV show days, including a brutal hurdles challenge that leaves AJ with one of the most unfortunate bruising stories you'll ever hear.It's five years of festival madness, media chaos, and two idiots pushing stage hosting way further than it ever needed to go.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AJ reckons his 2015–2018 era in Auckland was a full-blown heater — TV show attempts, MC gigs, and running social campaigns (including a massive Snapchat growth run). But the wheels properly fall off with two all-time public blow-ups.First: he's working content for a Blue Sky / Spring Break party trip heading to Rarotonga. He's filming the hype on a delayed Jetstar charter, steps near the cockpit to grab a shot, and the captain reckons he's filming inside - final call is the captain's, so AJ gets escorted off by police and left watching the party flight take off without him. He books the next-day flight anyway… only to arrive and get quarantined in his room for two days so the crew can “lay low” in case it hits the news. That ends his Blue Sky run.Then: an international match at Seddon Park (Hamilton) where security mistakes AJ for another bloke in the same classic Black Caps top. He gets cut off, then cameras catch him taking a sip of a mate's beer - and he's escorted out. A snarky push turns into AJ saying “I'm walking” … and it escalates to handcuffs, right as the Northern Districts CEO clocks the whole thing. The result: AJ loses the upcoming MC gig for the grand final, and he takes it as the final straw.After that, he heads back to Dunedin, slows down, and the rest is history - meets his future wife on Tinder, kid, new job, calmer chapter.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Silly Saturday is back with Knuckles and Zak firing up the hotline—powered by the legends at Spit & Swallow (code YARN gets $50 off your first box over $200, plus a monthly free meat-box giveaway).The boys chat work-life balance, upcoming travel, and drop an early tease for the 2026 Podcast Royale: the seven-man blindfold is locked in, with teams being picked and the call-out going wide for anyone game enough to jump in (including the dream of a tough-as-nails yarnette entering the chaos).Then the yarns roll in:Poosie Yarn: a birthday shack session goes feral when a mate destroys the bathroom-shit everywhere-leaving someone else to deal with the crime scene.Quick One-Liner: a classic mechanic/tradie quote about what can “squeal.”Bali Collarbone Yarn: a post-night-out massage turns into a near-robbery, a moped stack, a broken clavicle, Bali hospital drama, and a solo flight home-right before starting a new job.Knuckles wraps it up with respect for the tough bastards who push through injury, and the usual reminder: send your yarns in through the Country Companies site or the link in bio.

AJ's back for Part 2 — and it starts with the obvious question: how bad was the Wilson car park damage? ($300… and they basically gave up issuing tickets.)Then AJ tells the story of his return to Forsyth Barr Stadium years later, this time asked to suit up as William Wallace again for a halftime dance comp (with an iPad on the line)… except he stops at a student flat, turns a “warm-up” into a full bottle of vodka, and the whole mission spirals.From falling over at a crossing and losing his gear, to roaming the stadium yelling Braveheart quotes, to pulling himself into the marketing room and spewing on the costume, it's an absolute trainwreck. Then comes the infamous toilet incident - including the alleged wall-writing that AJ swears was a setup - and two cleaners reportedly running out screaming.Somehow he isn't banned, eventually gets welcomed back as a megaphone hype-man, and AJ says he's even been invited to MC the 2026 season - full circle.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

AJ rolls in dusty after a big night and immediately delivers one of the loosest sports yarns you'll ever hear.Back in 2013 in Dunedin, AJ gets recruited to fire up the Highlanders student section (“The Zoo”) at Forsyth Barr Stadium - but instead of a normal mascot gig, he ends up in a full chicken suit, half cut, and armed with a “bag of gags”… including a black dildo that (somehow) becomes part of the entertainment.It goes exactly as you'd expect: the sponsor finds out, emails start flying, and AJ cops a life ban… until they change their mind and invite him back with one condition: no dildos.Then it levels up. Mid-season, a streaker hits the field and AJ - still dressed as a chicken — absolutely crunches him in a tackle that blows up across radio, news, and even lands on ESPN Top 10 plays. But the fame comes with a cost: a news outlet tries to unmask the mascot, forcing AJ into a choice that changes everything.From there it turns into a three-week Highlanders championship bender: packed pubs, the “Landers Army,” printing champions tees, trophy tours, a cooked Bedford bus with shithouse brakes, cops pulling them over, and a 21-day tear that ends in pneumonia… and a relationship ultimatum he definitely ignores.This is pure chaos, pure NZ rugby culture, and a proper true yarn from start to finish.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

his episode is a proper yarn with Rob Comiskey from the Comiskey Group - one of Australia's biggest hospitality and entertainment operators.Rob breaks down the biggest business lessons he's learned over the years (including knowing when to cut bait), the high-stakes Brisbane court case that nearly broke them, and how that risk turned into a massive win.Then it gets loose: Rob tells the story of the wildest party he ever hosted - inside a converted Energex substation - with security on the gate, a DJ setup, roof dives into the pool, and absolute Superbad-level chaos.We also chat about meeting famous faces (Post Malone), scouting Nashville bars for ideas, building venues with their own personality, and the behind-the-scenes madness of running a distillery + brewery, including the reality of rum ageing rules and importing ethanol into Australia.If you're into Australian pub culture, hospitality business, nightlife stories, and elite proper true yarns, this one's for you.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are back to regular programming… and it gets loose quick.This week on Silly Saturday #10, a listener tackles a brutal 15km Tough Mudder, crawling through mud, obstacles, and pure pain just to prove he's still got it - while Zak yarns about a wild rodeo weekend, country chaos, and everything that comes with it.It's classic carry-on:• tough mudder survival stories• rodeo madness• blokey banter• random tangents• proper dumb laughsIf you love Aussie humour, country culture, and unfiltered yarns between mates, this one's right up your alley.Chuck it on for the drive, the shed, or the gym.

Back with Rob Comiskey from the Comiskey Group for a behind-the-curtain look at what really goes on when world-famous artists hit Australian venues.Rob shares the Marilyn Manson story you won't believe - insane green room demands, “don't look at him” rules, and an elevator meltdown that turned into a 45-minute standoff… all because he refused to walk a short set of stairs.We also get into the wildest security briefing Rob's ever heard, how venues handle extreme performers, and why respect for staff matters - especially when you're dealing with security teams on the front line.Then it flips to legendary: Ice Cube's rider might be the best of all time - two buckets of KFC and a bottle of bourbon - and yes, they had to keep KFC open late to make it happen. Rob also talks Cypress Hill nights where the crowd was a full-blown smoke cloud, plus what “artist riders” really cost and why most of it never even gets touched.To wrap it up, Rob breaks down what makes a concert truly successful: the punter experience, constant improvements, and building venues and events that people walk away from singing.If you love Australian hospitality stories, backstage chaos, music industry insights, and proper true yarns, this one's for you.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Proper True Yarn, Knuckles sits down with Rob Comiskey from Comiskey Group to pull back the curtain on what it really takes to bring massive live shows to life.Rob breaks down the promoter game: why sometimes you don't “promote” a show - you buy it, how deals can be decided in minutes, and why it's all risk vs reward (and honestly… sometimes it's just a punt). From turning down Elton John early at Sandstone Point, to bringing out The Beach Boys, to the brutal moment COVID flipped a sold-out Violent Femmes show into a six-figure loss overnight - Rob shares the wins, the misses, and the stuff punters never see.They yarn about genre-by-genre bar spend, lightning evacuations, why insurance has become a nightmare, and the reality that one headline or a curveball can change everything. If you've ever wondered how the big dogs do it — this one's a proper behind-the-scenes belter.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rob Comiskey from the Comiskey Group jumps on the Proper True Yarn Podcast to share how his family built some of Australia's biggest pubs and live music venues -including Eaton's Hill Hotel and Sandstone Point Hotel.From building Subways at 19, getting ripped off by dodgy managers, and taking massive risks, to running eight mega pubs, resorts and $850M+ in projects - this is a proper “have-a-crack” business yarn about backing yourself and building big.Hospitality, property, live music, and real Aussie hustle.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knuckles and Zak are back behind the mic pressing play on some of the loosest listener yarns yet.Silly Saturday #9 is full call-in chaos - random voicemails, outback stories, and the kind of stuff you only hear when real legends send in their “proper true yarns.”This week the boys react to:• a firefighter protecting a property near Dalby that turns out to be the world's weirdest “bird sanctuary” (aka the infamous bro-tel)• a remote nurse with a classic roadside outback mishap• a Thailand party trip that turns into a full kidnap/extortion scare• heaps of banter, roasting, and zero filter from Knuckles & ZakIt's unpredictable, unedited, and exactly what Silly Saturday is meant to be - mates listening to wild stories and talking absolute rubbish.Perfect for the drive, the shed, or a laugh at the gym.

Russ shares a wild 21st yarn: Long Islands, blackout dancing, waking up naked on a stranger's lawn, and still rocking up to smash his family's yardie record in 28.8 seconds. Pure Kiwi chaos, pub culture, and one hell of a Proper True Yarn.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kiwi mad dog Russ joins the Proper True Yarn Podcast to spin loose yarns about getting arrested after a Devilskin gig, smart-assing cops, getting pepper sprayed, and learning the hard way to stay on the right side of the law.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russ returns with another unhinged Kiwi yarn - earning his “Mad Dog Club” ring after towing a cut-open drum behind a Corolla at 100km/h, rolling it 13 times, blowing the straps off his crocs and skinning himself head-to-toe. Plus, the time he watched a mate take 22 pellets of birdshot “just to see what happens.” Pure chaos and classic Proper True Yarn energy.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Proper True Yarn, the phone lines deliver absolute carnage.We're talking myths, legends, and right-off-tap yarns — from wild farm stories and jaw-dropping confessions, to spearfishing chaos with sharks, and a sparky who delivered the pettiest breakup revenge imaginable.

Russ tells how he rolled his Triton twice, copped a $20k repair bill, then later drowned the ute in a flooded ford, only to have the rescue video hit Facebook and rack up hundreds of thousands of views courtesy of “Frank's Trees.”#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Russ tells the story of a “quick trip” to Christchurch that turned into a 45-hour bender: pulling a sickie, smashing red wines on the plane, his mate getting thrown in detox at Macky G, ending up naked in fluffy slippers wandering the streets at 4am, getting scooped by the boys in an Uber, then backing it up for another full day on the piss. Pure chaos, peak Kiwi mischief, absolute Proper True Yarn territory.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Knuckles wraps up with Luke Modini for a loose rapid-fire yarn—autographs, biggest stuff-ups, craziest fights, and life outside the ring. Luke talks sparring Mairis Briedis, fighting through injuries, taking late-notice title fights on Foxtel, and why he loves a proper grudge match. Then it gets wild: Luke's rare dog-breeding side hustle, the ultra-rare Laizhou Hong (Chinese Red Dog) in Australia, and what it takes to train serious protection dogs. Plus: respect for Jai Opetaia and the fight Luke would take in a heartbeat.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Proper True Yarn, things go from bad to absolutely cooked — fast.We've got listener yarns that include NT cattle station chaos, a cowgirl escaping a burning camp only to end up waist-deep in a septic tank, and house-party disasters that spiral into parents walking in, smashed fish tanks, and life-ending timing.

Knuckles sits down with Luke Modini for a powerful Proper True Yarn about family, grit, and purpose. Luke opens up about being raised by his grandparents, the work ethic of his 13-year-old brother, and building CSE Boxing Gym from the ground up. He reflects on coaching, teamwork, his devastating knockout power, and calls out Jake Paul - before breaking down the Tyson vs Paul fight controversy. Honest, heartfelt, and hard-hitting.#propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.