Sydney Untold

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Welcome to Sydney Untold. A podcast about uncovering Sydney's hidden locations and history. From abandoned train tunnels to secret gardens, to even one of the most haunted roads in the world. Let’s step back in time as we uncover some of Sydney’s secret past.

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    • Apr 12, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 10m AVG DURATION
    • 9 EPISODES


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    The Irish Rebellion at Castle Hill - Death Or Liberty

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2023 15:12


    This episode was about The Irish Rebellion at Castle Hill.All the way back in 1804 Castle Hill was the location of a rebellion that lasted 24 hours between Irish rebels and the British Military. ---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesThanks to Peter Moore for his interview.Important LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://dictionaryofsydney.org/entry/castle_hill_convict_rebellion_1804https://digital-classroom.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/castle-hill-rebellionhttps://www.historyofsydney.com.au/castle-hill-heritage-park/

    The Darlinghurst Wall - Mr Right for the Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2023 17:23


    Thank you for listening to Sydney Untold!This episode was about The Darlinghurst Wall, and Green ParkThe Darlinghurst Wall, and by extension Green Park was an infamous pickup location or "beat" for the LGBT Community from the 50s till the 80s. The episode also explores the treatment of gay people during this time and the AIDs epidemic during the 80s. This episode contains themes of assault and physical abuse which might be distressing to some listeners. If you require assistance please contact organisations like Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Triple 0 if you require emergency attention. ---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesSpecial Thanks to The Hon. Michael Kirby and Garry Wotherspoon.Important LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://timalderman.com/2017/10/09/gay-history-the-wall-green-park-darlinghurst-nsw/And the beat goes on. By Garry Wotherspoonhttps://www.afao.org.au/article/safer-sex-messages-australian-hivaids-campaigns-1985-2014/ https://dictionaryofsydney.org/entry/green_parkhttps://www.starobserver.com.au/features/in-depth-features/sydney-gay-beat-murders-revealed/152993The Greatest Menace Podcast - Audible Australia

    The National Art School - From Jail to School

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2023 15:10


    Thank you for listening to Sydney Untold!This episode was about National Art SchoolBefore the National Art School was born, it was a jail, known as the Darlinghurst Gaol. Over the years, the Darlinghurst Gaol has been home to some of Sydney's hardest criminals including Captain Moonlite and even Australian Poet Henry Lawson.This episode contains themes of assault and physical abuse which might be distressing to some listeners. If you require assistance please contact organisations like Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Triple 0 if you require emergency attention. ---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesSpecial Thanks to Deborah Beck and Michael Van Leeuwen.Important LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.Hope in Hell, by Deborah BeckInterview with Deborah Beck, National Art School https://dictionaryofsydney.org/entry/darlinghurst_gaolhttps://www.sl.nsw.gov.au/stories/henry-lawson-poet-peoplehttps://adb.anu.edu.au/biography/scott-andrew-george-4546http://www.ironbarkresources.com/henrylawson/SongOfAPrison.html

    The Yasmar Estate - The Home to Many

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2023 14:16


    Thank you for listening to Sydney Untold!This episode was about The Yasmar EstateYasmar House in Haberfield is now a training facility, but over the years has served as a private home, Sunday school, children's court, and juvenile remand and detention centre.This episode contains themes of suicide which might be distressing to some listeners. If you require assistance please contact organisations like Lifeline on 13 11 14 or Triple 0 if you require emergency attention. ---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesAdditional VOs: Tristan BlackImportant LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://dictionaryofsydney.org/entry/yasmarhttps://shhsydney.wordpress.com/2016/02/23/abandoned-gaol-exploration-the-hidden-history-behind-haberfields-yasmar-house/https://belindacohen.tripod.com/ramsayfamilyhistory/yasmar.htmlhttps://www.nsw.gov.au/legal-and-justice/youth-justice/contact-us/yasmar-training-facilityhttps://stjohnsonline.org/bio/nicholas-bayly/https://www.findandconnect.gov.au/ref/nsw/biogs/NE00441b.htmhttps://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/inner-west/journalist-spends-a-cold-night-behind-bars-at-yasmar-juvenile-detention-centre-for-charity-whitelion/news-story/dc37927b0fbcd3c7e631d3eb6692ff41

    Mortuary Station - End of the Line

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2023 10:20 Transcription Available


    Thank you for listening to Sydney Untold!This episode was about Mortuary Station.Mortuary Station was a once-used train station, part of a line located in Sydney's CBD, used to transport the dead to their resting place at Rookwood Cemetery.---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesSpecial Thanks to Lisa Murray from The City of SydneyImportant LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://www.thnsw.com.au/post/mortuary-station-celebrates-150-yearshttps://www.architecture.org.au/news/960-in-focus-mortuary-railway-stationhttps://www.rookwoodcemetery.com.au/blog/mortuary-station-no-1Interview with Dr Lisa Murray (City of Sydney)

    Forgotten Songs - Forgotten Tank Stream Underneath

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2023 10:31 Transcription Available


    Thank you for listening to Sydney Untold!This episode was about the Forgotten Songs installation and the tank stream that runs below it.Forgotten Songs is an art installation located at Angle Place near Wynyard Station in Sydney's CBD. It is a reminder of the bird species that once lived in the city before Sydney was built. The episode also explores the forgotten history of the Tank Stream, one of Sydney's original freshwater sources. ---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesSpecial Tanks to Michael Hill, the Artist behind Forgotten SongsImportant LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://www.cityartsydney.com.au/artwork/forgotten-songs/ http://visitsydneyaustralia.com.au/lost-tank-stream.htmlhttps://mthstudio.com.au/forgotten-songs

    St James Tunnels - Hidden Air Raid Shelter

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2023 12:49


    This episode is about the St James Tunnels, located at St James Station.St James Station was opened in 1926, it was constructed with 4 platforms, however, 2 of them, along with kilometers of tunnels have never been used by the public to this day.---Host/Writer/Producer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesSpecial Guest: Dr Lisa Murray (City Historian, City of Sydney)Important LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaReferences:Citations are sexy, here are links to everything we talked about in this episode.https://sydneylivingmuseums.com.au/sydneyopen/st-james-tunnels-virtual-tourhttps://dictionaryofsydney.org/blog/st_james_tunnelshttps://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/offtrack/sydney27s-underground-rail-tunnels/5890622

    The forgotten tunnels at St James Station (Coming March 2nd)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2023 0:58


    Two weeks to go!The inaugural episode of Sydney Untold is about the forgotten tunnels at St James station in Sydney, which to this day have never been freely open to the general public.Harry will be guiding you through the forgotten history of the tunnels, with the help of City Historian Dr Lisa Murray from the City of Sydney.This episode will be available from March 2nd.---Host/Producer/Writer/Editor: Harry HughesAssociate Producer: Adam HughesImportant LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmedia

    Sydney Untold (Coming 2023)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2022 0:36


    Welcome to Sydney Untold. A podcast about uncovering Sydney's hidden locations and history. From abandoned train tunnels to secret gardens, to even one of the most haunted roads in the world. Let's step back in time as we uncover some of Sydney's secret past.Coming to your ears in 2023. Available anywhere you get your podcasts.--Important LinksPodcast Website: https://sydneyuntold.hobohutmedia.comMain Website: https://hobohutmedia.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/hobohutmediaFacebook: https://facebook.com/hobohutmediaeWSwMQRdpsK8xo0P69G0

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