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This week on Thumb Cramps, it's time to wave goodbye to Remugust. Joining them for the beautiful farewell is returning host Ruby Innes as they look at The Lord of the Rings: War in the North Legacy Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, Baldur's Gate: Dark Alliance for the PC and Bugdom 2 for the PC. Plus a pitch to Double Fine, a dive into the Donald Duck family tree and the reveal that a listener has been everywhere Thumb Cramps has. Good podcast. Good podcasting.Get tickets to Plumbing the Death Star live in the UK (Sept 2-Sept 11) hereWatch Back Pocket on YouTubeGet Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Ruby | Back Pocket | Cult of the LambYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week our Canadian-Australian friend Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall tells us all about the War of 1812, fought between the United States and the United Kingdom. This story, integral to the history of Canada results in the Capture of Washington and the burning of many buildings, including The White House.This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 12:59 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).Come see us in Canada in September 2026: https://dogoonpod.com/live-shows/ For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Watch Matt's new comedy special Bad Boy here!!Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
It's late.I have to go to bed.Hope you enjoy this episode with one of my favourite guests to have on the show.Go see Housework at STC:https://www.sydneytheatre.com.au/whats-on/2026/productions/houseworkThis podcast is made on the land belonging to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and acknowledge their traditions of sharing knowledge and stories for millennia on this land.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-saturday-quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Thumb Cramps, they've officially launched Thumb Cramps Airlines. Thanks to the first investor, Henry, they're joined in studio by Chloe Appleby to look at The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered for the Nintendo Switch 2, Digimon Original New Wave for the Real Life and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim for Literally Everything. Thank you again to Henry for getting the airline off the ground and don't forget to follow Chloe and Thumb Cramps on Instagram! Watch the YouTube Version HereGet Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.comFind us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | ChloeYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this first part of the final episode of this season, all appears to be despair. Sophie is missing, presumed at sea, but in reality in prison thanks to the capricious whims of her stepmother. Benedict and the rest of the Bridgertons are facing their own scandals and heartbreak, and it appears that all will be lost. But this is Bridgerton, and there is still time for old friends to rise, new villains to fall, and shoes to play an important plot role. Featuring:Mice and liceNarrative hockey sticksServants know everythingThe theoretical existence of AustraliaToo many villains spoil a plotDibber dobber energyMan in the bin dot gifTop-tier sex sceneBut where's the apology?Plot abyssesHere are is the media we talk about in this episode:Bridgerton, a television seriesHeated Rivalry, a television seriesAmerican Psycho, a film by Mary HaronSkyrim, a video gameWhen He Was Wicked, a book by Julia QuinnAn Offer from a Gentleman, a book by Julia QuinnEver After, a film by by Andy TennantThe Crucible, a play by Arthur MillerThe Other Bennet Sister, a television seriesQueen Charlotte, a television series by Shonda RhimesTo Sir Phillip, With Love, a book by Julia QuinnOur guest host this episode is the inimitable Ben McKenzie. You can hear more from Ben on his own fantastic podcast, Pratchat, or by visiting his website.Stay tuned for part 2!Don't forget you can find us on facebook @bridgertonpod and instagram and bluesky @wwddpod and join the conversation using the hashtag #WWDDpod. Please follow us on your favourite podcast provider! Leaving a 5-star rating and a review will ensure any imprisonment you experience may be awful, but at least it won't be overrun with vermin.This episode was recorded on the traditional and unceded land of the Kaurna, Gadigal, Wurundjeri and Boonwurrung people.Our editor is Ben McKenzie of Splendid Chaps Productions. If you need production work completed, you can find them here: splendidchaps.com Finding Ep 59 - Money for Nothing Money For Nothing - Bridgerton 4x08 Part 1 What Would Danbury Do?
Queen Victoria's son, Prince Alfred, was the first member of the British Royal Family to visit Australia. Let's just say, the Aussie's didn't exactly make a great first impression...This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:38 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://www.nma.gov.au/defining-moments/resources/first-royal-visithttps://collections.museumsvictoria.com.au/articles/2056https://blogs.slv.vic.gov.au/our-stories/the-first-royal-visit/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Royal_tours_of_Australiahttps://www.discoverbritain.com/history/icons/queen-victorias-children/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_monarchs_in_Britain_by_length_of_reignhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Henry_O%27Farrell#Referenceshttps://dictionaryofsydney.org/blog/mr_parkess_mongoosehttps://nla.gov.au/nla.obj-254956466/view?partId=nla.obj-254978611#page/n6/mode/1up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Whether you have or haven't read books like Heated Rivalry, A Court of Thorns and Roses or Fourth Wing, you can't deny the rise in smutty literature. In 2025 romantasy and sports romance experienced triple-digit growth.But there's been some criticism around how DR and romantasy books often glamourise SA and are too accessible for young readers. In today's episode Dee is joined by guest co-host Esme James, a sex historian and author, to discuss why we're all so obsessed with fantasy smut. SHOW NOTES:https://lighthouse.mq.edu.au/article/2026/feb-2026/romance-revival-why-we-love-stories-about-love?utm_source=chatgpt.comWhy romance novels thrive on tiktok - https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-12-27/why-romance-and-romantasy-novels-are-so-popular-on-tiktok/103198518?utm_source=chatgpt.comEsme's book! https://www.simonandschuster.com/authors/Esme-Louise-James/244716193Dr Esme Louise James IG - https://www.instagram.com/esme.louisee/?hl=enDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
One of the best films ever made had one of the most problematic pieces of special effects. A clunky, robotic shark which broke down more often than it worked. But thank god it did - otherwise we wouldn't have the piece of theatre that is: The Shark is Broken.On this episode, the three stars of the Australian production of The Shark is Broken test their wits against the quiz.Get you tickets to The Shark is Broken here:https://sharkisbroken.com.au/This podcast is made on the land belonging to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and acknowledge their traditions of sharing knowledge and stories for millennia on this land.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-saturday-quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Content Warning: This episode mentions mental health (28:22). We're back! ESPN's The Far Post is dissecting the A-League Women All-Stars clash against Chelsea. Join Angela Christian-Wilkes, Sam Lewis, and Anna Harrington as we chat about Chelsea's 3-0 win, which All-Stars impressed, and if the A-League made the most of the marketing opportunity presented to them. Plus a quick chat about Cortnee Vine's move to Melbourne City. We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which this podcast was recorded and produced on: the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation and the Gadigal people of the Eora nation. Related links Lifeline Beyond Blue Follow The Far Post on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. Check out espn.com.au or download the ESPN App. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
This week on Thumb Cramps, it's Remugust and to celebrate remakes and remasters they're joined by Pete Burns to look at Yakuza 0: Director's Cut for the Nintendo Switch 2, Black Mesa for the PC and Halo: Campaign Evolved for the Xbox Series X. Plus some good reels talk, really good jokes and some really really good educational advice. Thumb Cramps should be played in schools.Check out Back Pocket on YouTube hereGet Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Pete | Back PocketYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Scaredy Boys, Damo, Sean, and Tom get scared watching House (1977)You can join our Patreon for just $5 a month to get access to a beefy amount of bonus episodes as well as all our regular episodes ad free. Or for $10 a month, join Club Cushing for all of that, PLUS exclusive content including video episodes, Haunted Housekeeping, Scaredy Select Autopsies, Writing Club, and Audio Commentaries. Sign up HERE.Or if you're an Apple Podcasts person, you can get everything that's on the $5 Patreon tiers right there in your app. You can find that here.And if you're in the market for a sexy tee or sticker that lets everyone know you're a cowardly custard, brave babe, book freak, or iMDB detective then you should head over to our store and peruse our fine wares.While you're at it, go check out Damo's other podcast Stray Thoughts for some messy but meaningful audio essays well worth your time.---Want to get in contact with us?You can leave us a voice note (which may be included in an episode of the podcast) by going to speakpipe.com/scaredyboysOr email us at 3scaredboys@gmail.comInstagram: Scaredy Boys | Damo | Sean | TomLetterboxd: Damo | Sean | TomBluesky: Scaredy Boys | Sean | TomTiktok: DamoJoin our Discord hereRecorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.---Scaredy Boys is a comedy horror movie podcast for the horror-curious and horror-lovers alike. Each week, self-confessed cowards Damo, Sean, and Tom face down iconic horror films, then unpack them with humour, empathy, and a sharp understanding of story and craft. It's less about gore and jump scares, and more about vibes, friendship, and how these beautiful and horrible movies actually make us feel. Scaredy Boys is a fun, welcoming entry point into the genre for newcomers and lifelong fans — whether you're a cowardly custard or a brave babe.
Today we are talking about Tycho Brahe, a brilliant 16th century Danish astronomer - but also a bit of a kook. We are joined by Claire Hooper who is heading to Edinburgh this week, go see her show and say hi for us!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 17:25 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).Check out Matt's new special 'Bad Boy': bit.ly/BadBoyComedyVote in this year's BLOCK: bit.ly/BLOCK2026For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://allthatsinteresting.com/tycho-brahehttps://www.britannica.com/biography/Tycho-Brahe-Danish-astronomerhttps://www.space.com/19623-tycho-brahe-biography.htmlhttps://www.famousscientists.org/tycho-brahe/https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Tycho_Brahehttps://www.bbc.com/news/11756077https://www.nytimes.com/2010/11/30/science/30tierney.html?pagewanted=all&mtrref=en.wikipedia.orghttps://gizmodo.com/the-crazy-life-and-crazier-death-of-tycho-brahe-histor-5696469 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Whether it's drugs, alcohol, or gambling - addiction can be one of the hardest things to navigate in a relationship. In this episode we chat to clinical psychologist Donna Stambulich about her experience with amphetamine addiction, the impact it has on relationships and how to best support your partner or loved one. SHOW NOTES:Lifeline - 13 11 14 Donna Stambulich - https://nppsych.com.au/our-psychologistsRecode Me - https://recode-me.com.au/Episode with Luke Bateman on Gambling - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTl8Royc2rU&t=16sDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
Join Sean, Tom and Joel as they take a look at Round 22 of the 2026 AFLM season plus the first game of the AFLW 2026 season, celebrate the shocking amount of juice in the Melbourne v Fremantle game and give Geelong the disrespect they deserve in regards to the total mismanagement of players' safety while asking the most important sporting question of all; How Good's Footy? Find us on Instagram at howgoodsfootypodEmail us at howgoodsfooty@gmail.comYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Want to get in contact with us?Website | RedditOr individually on Instagram at;Sean | Tom | Joel Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen along as we discuss Netflix's four hundred and forty-fourth film, the 2021 French comedy film ‘Stuck Together' (8 Rue de I'Humanite) directed by Dany Boon starring Dany Boon, Liliane Rovere and Yvan Attal. Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter) and Instagram and answer our question for the episode, 'What is your worst memory from COVID?' You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Podbean so please subscribe and drop us a review or 5 star rating. If you're interested in what else we are watching, head on over to our Letterboxd profiles; Jesse We also have our own Flix Forum Letterboxd page! Links to all our past episodes and episode ratings can be found there by clicking here. Next episode we have 'Little Big Mouth', so check out the film before then. You can see the trailer here. Flix Forum acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Wurundjeri and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Sorry I've been away.But I'm back. And I've brought along some friends!Come and see The Book of Everything at Belvoirhttps://belvoir.com.au/productions/the-book-of-everything-3/This podcast is made on the land belonging to the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respect to their elders past and present and acknowledge their traditions of sharing knowledge and stories for millennia on this land.Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/the-saturday-quiz. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Thumb Cramps, it's the first week of Remugust. What's Remugust? Well it's an entire month dedicated to looking at remasters and remakes. What if an old game was new but not a new new game? To celebrate such a beautiful theme they're joined by first time guest Gemma Driscoll to look at Halo: Campaign Evolved for the PS5, Outlaws + A Handful of Missions: Remaster for the PC and Mass Effect: Legendary Collection for the PS4. EA if you're reading this, please meet Gemma's demands, she deserves it. While we've got you EA, why not make Train Accident too? Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | GemmaYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Scaredy Boys, Damo, Sean, and Tom get scared watching Chime (2024)You can join our Patreon for just $5 a month to get access to a beefy amount of bonus episodes as well as all our regular episodes ad free. Or for $10 a month, join Club Cushing for all of that, PLUS exclusive content including video episodes, Haunted Housekeeping, Scaredy Select Autopsies, Writing Club, and Audio Commentaries. Sign up HERE.Or if you're an Apple Podcasts person, you can get everything that's on the $5 Patreon tiers right there in your app. You can find that here.And if you're in the market for a sexy tee or sticker that lets everyone know you're a cowardly custard, brave babe, book freak, or iMDB detective then you should head over to our store and peruse our fine wares.While you're at it, go check out Damo's other podcast Stray Thoughts for some messy but meaningful audio essays well worth your time.---Want to get in contact with us?You can leave us a voice note (which may be included in an episode of the podcast) by going to speakpipe.com/scaredyboysOr email us at 3scaredboys@gmail.comInstagram: Scaredy Boys | Damo | Sean | TomLetterboxd: Damo | Sean | TomBluesky: Scaredy Boys | Sean | TomTiktok: DamoJoin our Discord hereRecorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.---Scaredy Boys is a comedy horror movie podcast for the horror-curious and horror-lovers alike. Each week, self-confessed cowards Damo, Sean, and Tom face down iconic horror films, then unpack them with humour, empathy, and a sharp understanding of story and craft. It's less about gore and jump scares, and more about vibes, friendship, and how these beautiful and horrible movies actually make us feel. Scaredy Boys is a fun, welcoming entry point into the genre for newcomers and lifelong fans — whether you're a cowardly custard or a brave babe.
In October 1964, as the Southern African country of Zambia was celebrating independence, an exciting and somewhat surprising announcement was made... Edward Mukuka Nkoloso was setting up Zambia's National Space Program and whats more, his 'Afronauts" were going to beat the Americans and Soviets to the moon and beyond.This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 06:02 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-zambian-afronaut-who-wanted-to-join-the-space-race https://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/story-behind-zambian-space-programFaces Of Africa - Mukuka Nkoloso: The Afronaut (CGTN)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U2ikxZK65pA The Time When Zambia Tried To Go To Mars (SideNote)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TI9ixb-a5Mhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Edward_Makuka_Nkoloso# https://www.vice.com/en/article/the-almost-forgotten-zambian-space-odyssey/ https://www.theatlantic.com/technology/archive/2010/10/old-weird-tech-the-zambian-space-cult-of-the-1960s/64945/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/history-of-Zambiahttps://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-14113084https://www.nhm.ac.uk/discover/news/2020/april/dating-the-broken-hill-skull--homo-heidelbergensis.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Who has the right to tell queer stories and profit off them? That's the main theme author Josh Silver explores in his latest book Fruit Fly. The book follows a writer who befriends a young gay addict so she can use his story to write a best seller. In this ep, Dee chats to Josh about his own story as an ex addict, the world of chem sex parties, and why it's important to share perspectives of gay pain and trauma.SHOW NOTES: Lifeline: 13 11 14QLife: https://qlife.org.au/Josh Silver IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshsilverauthor/?hl=enFruit Fly: https://www.bloomsbury.com/au/fruit-fly-9781836432395/Melbourne event: https://www.wheelercentre.com/events-tickets/season-2026/josh-silver-fruit-flyBrisbane event: https://bwf.org.au/2026/brisbane-writers-festival/josh-silver-fruit-flyDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
Join Sean, Tom, Joel and Friend of the Show Tracey as they take a look at Round 21 of the 2026 AFLM season, dive deep into one of Carlton's best wins in recent memory and get excited about the Women's International Rules game while asking the most important sporting question of all; How Good's Footy? Find us on Instagram at howgoodsfootypodEmail us at howgoodsfooty@gmail.comYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Want to get in contact with us?Website | RedditOr individually on Instagram at;Sean | Tom | Joel | TraceyParts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Listen along as we discuss Netflix's four hundred and forty-third film, the 2021 vampire thriller film ‘Night Teeth' directed by Adam Randall starring Jorge Lendeborg Jr, Debby Ryan, Lucy Fry, Raul Castillo, Sydney Sweeney, Megan Fox and Alfie Allen. Please follow us at Flix Forum on Facebook or @flixforum on X (Twitter) and Instagram and answer our question for the episode, 'Give me a better vampire film that isn't Twilight?' You can listen to us on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Podbean so please subscribe and drop us a review or 5 star rating. If you're interested in what else we are watching, head on over to our Letterboxd profiles; Jesse We also have our own Flix Forum Letterboxd page! Links to all our past episodes and episode ratings can be found there by clicking here. Next episode we have 'Stuck Together', so check out the film before then. You can see the trailer here. Flix Forum acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the Land we have recorded this podcast on, the Wurundjeri and Bunurong people of the Kulin Nation. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, emerging and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures.
Surprise! We've got a Saturday Bonus ep for you! You probably heard all about Ben Ilobuchi's situationship troubles in this weeks episode. But did you hear the beef? Dee becomes The Grill's first guest to sear some rogue relationship-specific beefs like ghosting, the ick, and having to sleep in a bed with your partner. DM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
This week on Thumb Cramps it's the final week of Discountuly Juames and they're joined by Darcy Smith to say goodbye to a beautiful month while looking at Zack and Wiki: Quest of Barbaros' Treasure for the Wii, Chained Beasts DEMO for the PC and Öoo for the PC. Plus plenty of Pokemon card talk and unreasonable yelling. Joel Duscher does not come off looking good here and that's okay. Sometimes you need to be the villain of the podcast.Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Darcy | Studio FollyYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Scaredy Boys, Damo, Sean, and Tom get scared watching Ringu (1998).You can join our Patreon for just $5 a month to get access to a beefy amount of bonus episodes as well as all our regular episodes ad free. Or for $10 a month, join Club Cushing for all of that, PLUS exclusive content including video episodes, Haunted Housekeeping, Scaredy Select Autopsies, Writing Club, and Audio Commentaries. Sign up HERE.Or if you're an Apple Podcasts person, you can get everything that's on the $5 Patreon tiers right there in your app. You can find that here.And if you're in the market for a sexy tee or sticker that lets everyone know you're a cowardly custard, brave babe, book freak, or iMDB detective then you should head over to our store and peruse our fine wares.While you're at it, go check out Damo's other podcast Stray Thoughts for some messy but meaningful audio essays well worth your time.---Want to get in contact with us?You can leave us a voice note (which may be included in an episode of the podcast) by going to speakpipe.com/scaredyboysOr email us at 3scaredboys@gmail.comInstagram: Scaredy Boys | Damo | Sean | TomLetterboxd: Damo | Sean | TomBluesky: Scaredy Boys | Sean | TomTiktok: DamoJoin our Discord hereRecorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.---Scaredy Boys is a comedy horror movie podcast for the horror-curious and horror-lovers alike. Each week, self-confessed cowards Damo, Sean, and Tom face down iconic horror films, then unpack them with humour, empathy, and a sharp understanding of story and craft. It's less about gore and jump scares, and more about vibes, friendship, and how these beautiful and horrible movies actually make us feel. Scaredy Boys is a fun, welcoming entry point into the genre for newcomers and lifelong fans — whether you're a cowardly custard or a brave babe.
In 1980 a chance meeting between a talented young film maker and a millionaire philanthropist led to the making of 'Centurians of Rome', the most expensive gay porn film of all time (at that time), and the story is wild, enjoy!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 06:15 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://deadline.com/2019/04/daily-beast-george-bosque-article-gay-porn-movie-hacksaw-ridge-valparaiso-1202592825/https://www.thedailybeast.com/centurians-of-rome-how-a-bank-robber-made-the-most-expensive-gay-porno-flick-of-all-time/https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0285474/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If you're dating, hooking up with, talking to, or seeing someone but you don't know where things are going and you don't know how to bring it up… Dating coach and author Erika Ettin has got you!In this ep, she has some tough love for anyone in a situationship, and will help you have the exclusive/relationship chat. SHOW NOTES:Situationship Ep: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=17Qr9ovC2N0Erika Ettin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alittlenudge/?hl=enDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
Join Sean, Tom and Joel as they take a look at Round 20 of the 2026 AFLM season, realize that sometimes there can be no juicy games and get very excited for AFLW while asking the most important sporting question of all; How Good's Footy? Find us on Instagram at howgoodsfootypodEmail us at howgoodsfooty@gmail.comYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Want to get in contact with us?Website | RedditOr individually on Instagram at;Sean | Tom | JoelParts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are you dating or hooking up with someone right now and you're not really sure what's going on? It feels like a relationship but you've never had the ‘exclusive chat'. You might be in a situationship… In this episode Dee is joined by guest co-host Ben Ilobuchi to unravel the relationship limbo. Show notes:Deding and Describing Situationships: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/378872949_Defining_and_Describing_Situationships_An_Exploratory_InvestigationWorld Health Org: https://www.who.int/news/item/02-09-2025-over-a-billion-people-living-with-mental-health-conditions-services-require-urgent-scale-upDM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
We're counting down our individual Top 5 Steps music videos of all time. From iconic choreography and unforgettable fashion to childhood nostalgia and emotional connections, we reveal the videos that have had the biggest impact on each of us.Will our countdowns be completely different, or will some make all of our lists? Did 'Hard 2 Forget' make Brads Top 5? All will be revealed...As an added bonus, we also countdown your Top 5 as voted by YOU (our listeners) over on our Instagram and some of the results may surprise you.Follow ‘Glitter & Gold: The Original Steps Podcast':Instagram & TikTok: @glitterstepspodScott: @scottlove87Shane: @stepmeisterBrad: @bradszmerlingEmail: glitterstepspod@gmail.com Logo & Brand Design: BvrlyCreativeThis podcast is recorded on the land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Thumb Cramps it's Discountuly Juames and to celebrate such a beautiful month they're joined by their beautiful friend and serial gamer Cass Paige to look at Splatoon 2 for the Nintendo Switch, Signalis for the PC and Her Trees: First Puzzle for the PC on Itch io. A big week for gaming and an even bigger week in podcast advertising as Marge Ads is fighting for her career against an onslaught of feedback. That's video game journalism for you all.Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.com Find us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | CassYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Scaredy Boys, Damo, Sean, and Tom get scared watching Pulse (2001)You can join our Patreon for just $5 a month to get access to a beefy amount of bonus episodes as well as all our regular episodes ad free. Or for $10 a month, join Club Cushing for all of that, PLUS exclusive content including video episodes, Haunted Housekeeping, Scaredy Select Autopsies, Writing Club, and Audio Commentaries. Sign up HERE.Or if you're an Apple Podcasts person, you can get everything that's on the $5 Patreon tiers right there in your app. You can find that here.And if you're in the market for a sexy tee or sticker that lets everyone know you're a cowardly custard, brave babe, book freak, or iMDB detective then you should head over to our store and peruse our fine wares.While you're at it, go check out Damo's other podcast Stray Thoughts for some messy but meaningful audio essays well worth your time.---Want to get in contact with us?You can leave us a voice note (which may be included in an episode of the podcast) by going to speakpipe.com/scaredyboysOr email us at 3scaredboys@gmail.comInstagram: Scaredy Boys | Damo | Sean | TomLetterboxd: Damo | Sean | TomBluesky: Scaredy Boys | Sean | TomTiktok: DamoJoin our Discord hereRecorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.---Scaredy Boys is a comedy horror movie podcast for the horror-curious and horror-lovers alike. Each week, self-confessed cowards Damo, Sean, and Tom face down iconic horror films, then unpack them with humour, empathy, and a sharp understanding of story and craft. It's less about gore and jump scares, and more about vibes, friendship, and how these beautiful and horrible movies actually make us feel. Scaredy Boys is a fun, welcoming entry point into the genre for newcomers and lifelong fans — whether you're a cowardly custard or a brave babe.
In 1998, a radio DJ received an anonymous fax from a person claiming to be... from the future!!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 06:38 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:https://www.thrillist.com/entertainment/nation/john-titor-time-traveler-predictions-storyhttps://www.postbulletin.com/rochester-magazine/john-titor-who-was-the-time-traveler-that-visited-rochesterhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Titorhttps://www.discoveryuk.com/mysteries/john-titor-the-internets-most-mysterious-time-traveller/https://web.archive.org/web/20170622161305/http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/science/11945420/Who-was-John-Titor-the-time-traveller-who-came-from-2036-to-warn-us-of-a-nuclear-war.htmlhttps://web.archive.org/web/20170622161305/http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/science/11945420/Who-was-John-Titor-the-time-traveller-who-came-from-2036-to-warn-us-of-a-nuclear-war.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Have you noticed a pattern in your love life of ending things when a relationship starts to get serious? Or maybe you pick a fight, or ghost people or never commit to a second date. In this ep we chat to psychologist Dr Rebecca Ray about why we can sometimes self-sabotage and how to break that cycle.SHOW NOTES:Dr Rebecca Ray - https://rebeccaray.com.au/DM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
Join Sean, Tom and Joel as they take a look at Round 19 of the 2026 AFLM season, celebrate the joy of the Essendon fans for the first time in a long time and look at every coaches' contract while asking the most important sporting question of all; How Good's Footy? Find us on Instagram at howgoodsfootypodEmail us at howgoodsfooty@gmail.comYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Want to get in contact with us?Website | RedditOr individually on Instagram at;Sean | Tom | JoelParts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Whether it's someone's personality, physical attributes, career or aesthetic - sometimes we lean into a “type” of person who we're attracted to and want to date. But can it ever be discriminatory, fetishisation or limiting to potential relationships? We hear your hot takes and discuss with special guest host Lauren French.SHOW NOTESScientists Found Evidence That People Really Do Have a Dating Type: https://www.vice.com/en/article/scientists-found-evidence-that-people-really-do-have-a-dating-type/I Found Love When I Stopped Dating My Type: https://www.vice.com/en/article/i-found-love-when-i-stopped-dating-my-type/Mate Value: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mate_valueWhat is Love? Attraction explained : https://youtu.be/9kaZ79MQWrM?si=ogGLk4tGc6kV1HrlHow to change your type: https://www.bustle.com/p/if-you-have-a-relationship-type-experts-say-these-7-surprising-things-can-help-you-change-it-18190193DM us your thoughts, questions, topics, or to just vent at @triplejthehookup on IG or email us: thehookup@abc.net.auThe Hook Up is an ABC podcast, produced by triple j. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.
This week on Thumb Cramps it's Discountuly Juames and joining them this week is long time friend, first time guest Zoe Bee to look at Terminator 2D: No Fate for the Steam Deck, Washington Prime (DEMO) for the PC and WordSalad for the phone. Plus the introduction to the Thumb Cramps Gaming HQ Social Media Team and the listeners have feedback for Marge Ads. Normal video game podcast.Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.comFind us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | ZoeYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Scaredy Boys, Damo, Sean, and Tom get scared watching Exit 8 (2026)You can join our Patreon for just $5 a month to get access to a beefy amount of bonus episodes as well as all our regular episodes ad free. Or for $10 a month, join Club Cushing for all of that, PLUS exclusive content including video episodes, Haunted Housekeeping, Scaredy Select Autopsies, Writing Club, and Audio Commentaries. Sign up HERE.Or if you're an Apple Podcasts person, you can get everything that's on our Patreon right there in your app. You can find that here.And if you're in the market for a sexy tee or sticker that lets everyone know you're a cowardly custard, brave babe, book freak, or iMDB detective then you should head over to our store and peruse our fine wares.While you're at it, go check out Damo's other podcast Stray Thoughts for some messy but meaningful audio essays well worth your time.---Want to get in contact with us?You can leave us a voice note (which may be included in an episode of the podcast) by going to speakpipe.com/scaredyboysOr email us at 3scaredboys@gmail.comInstagram: Scaredy Boys | Damo | Sean | TomLetterboxd: Damo | Sean | TomBluesky: Scaredy Boys | Sean | TomTiktok: DamoJoin our Discord hereRecorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded.---Scaredy Boys is a comedy horror movie podcast for the horror-curious and horror-lovers alike. Each week, self-confessed cowards Damo, Sean, and Tom face down iconic horror films, then unpack them with humour, empathy, and a sharp understanding of story and craft. It's less about gore and jump scares, and more about vibes, friendship, and how these beautiful and horrible movies actually make us feel. Scaredy Boys is a fun, welcoming entry point into the genre for newcomers and lifelong fans — whether you're a cowardly custard or a brave babe.
In 1958, Manchester United were one of the best football teams on the planet. Managed by Matt Busby and nicknamed 'The Busby Babes' because of the team's youth, in February 1958 the team took an ill fated flight from Munich Airport that would change the club forever. For this episode we are joined by our dear friend Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall (host of the newly launched Bobby Logs Stories podcast and Two In The Think Tank)This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 12:24 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:Mayday Air Disasterhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWofAhLSRYg https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5226781/2024/02/06/munich-air-disaster-james-thain-scapegoat/ https://www.manutd.com/en/club/history/munich-rememberedhttps://www.bbc.co.uk/manchester/content/articles/2008/01/17/060208_munich_timeline_feature.shtml https://www.bbc.com/audio/play/w3csvty9http://www.thebusbybabes.com/victims/victims.htmhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-02-06/manchester-united-munich-air-disaster-1958/106183032https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Munich_air_disaster# https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1968_European_Cup_final Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
This week on Thumb Cramps it's Discountuly Juames and to celebrate cheap games this July they're joined by the original host of the podcast, Ruby Innes. Check it out for reviews of Forbidden Solitaire for the Steam Deck, Star Wars Outlaws for the PC and Schrodinger's Cat Burglar for the PC. Plus some car accidents, some minionese and a reminder that the Thumb Cramps Airline service exists.Get Thumb Cramps Long Sleeve Shirts HereThumb Cramps+ has launched! Ad-free podcasts and a bonus monthly episode of Speedrunning Television; a brand new podcast that innovates how to watch television as gamers. Subscribe now on Sanspants Plus OR Apple Podcasts! Email us at ThumbCrampsPod@gmail.comFind us on Instagram;Jackson | Duscher | Thumb Cramps | Ruby | Back PocketYou can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.Theme music by Benny Davis! You can find all his stuff at his website or check out his YouTube channel.Parts of this episode were recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Following on from last week's episode, we hear of more adventures undertaken by scientists in the 1760's in the effort to track the transit of Venus! Intrepid astronomers this week include Frenchmen Alexandre-Gui Pingré and Jean-Baptiste Chappe d'Auteroche and Englishmen Jeremiah Dixon and Charles Mason (who we mistakenly call Wilson through a lot of the episode sorry)!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 08:09 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:http://www.astronomy.ohio-state.edu/~pogge/Ast161/Unit4/venussun.htmlChasing Venus: The Race to Measure the Heavens by Andrea Wulfhttps://theconversation.com/transit-of-venus-a-tale-of-two-expeditions-7246https://www.iflscience.com/in-1761-and-1769-intrepid-voyagers-had-a-once-in-a-century-chance-to-measure-the-solar-system-83712A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Brysonhttps://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/why-should-you-care-about-transit-venushttp://www.skyandtelescope.com/astronomy-news/observing-news/transits-of-venus-in-history-1761/ https://www.nytimes.com/2000/02/13/books/the-war-to-begin-all-wars.html#:~:text=Winston%20S.,Africa%2C%20India%20and%20the%20Philippines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Follow us on Instagram! Sign up to our newsletter here. Join our facebook group here or join our Discord here.You can physically send us stuff to PO BOX 7127, Reservoir East, Victoria, 3073.Want to help support the show?Sanspants+ | Shop | TeesWant to get in contact with us?Email | Instagram | Twitter | Website | Facebook Recorded and produced on Wurundjeri land, we respectfully acknowledge the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, pay our respect to their Elders past and present, and recognise that sovereignty was never ceded. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
How far away is the sun? English astronomer Edmond Halley suggested that tracking the transit of Venus across the sun would be the key to finding the answer. This set in motion a huge international collaborative scientific endeavour and one of the most comically cursed voyages, by the magnificently named Frenchman, Guillaume Joseph Hyacinthe Jean-Baptiste Le Gentil de la Galaisière!This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 05:25 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report).For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts:Book Cheat: https://play.acast.com/s/book-cheatPrime Mates: https://play.acast.com/s/prime-mates/Listen Now: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Who Knew It with Matt Stewart: https://play.acast.com/s/who-knew-it-with-matt-stewart/Jess Writes A Rom-Com: https://shows.acast.com/jess-writes-a-rom-comOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasDo Go On acknowledges the traditional owners of the land we record on, the Wurundjeri people, in the Kulin nation. We pay our respects to elders, past and present. REFERENCES AND FURTHER READING:http://www.astronomy.ohio-state.edu/~pogge/Ast161/Unit4/venussun.htmlChasing Venus: The Race to Measure the Heavens by Andrea Wulfhttps://theconversation.com/transit-of-venus-a-tale-of-two-expeditions-7246https://www.iflscience.com/in-1761-and-1769-intrepid-voyagers-had-a-once-in-a-century-chance-to-measure-the-solar-system-83712A Short History of Nearly Everything by Bill Brysonhttps://airandspace.si.edu/stories/editorial/why-should-you-care-about-transit-venushttp://www.skyandtelescope.com/astronomy-news/observing-news/transits-of-venus-in-history-1761/ https://www.nytimes.com/2000/02/13/books/the-war-to-begin-all-wars.html#:~:text=Winston%20S.,Africa%2C%20India%20and%20the%20Philippines. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.