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The StickyBeak

Monika O'Hanlon
Sex Work
Mental Health
Vampirism
Frisbee
Surrogacy
Australia
Victorian Mourning Customs
Glory Hole
Vagina Dentata
Drag Kings
Pet Psychic Services
Herpes
Breatharianism
Body Positivity
Fred Brophy
Magic
BBW
Salt
Adult Content Creation
Tent Boxing

The StickyBeak is a documentary podcast exploring the stories, people and ideas that make our world endlessly fascinating. From the bizarre to the overlooked, each episode looks beyond first impressions with curiosity, empathy and a healthy dose of wonder. Because the most interesting stories begin when we stop judging and start asking questions.

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Latest Episodes

At several points in our deep past, humanity came dangerously close to disappearing altogether. Using the latest genetic research, this episode explores the moments when our ancestors were reduced to astonishingly small numbers — and how scientists u... more

For centuries, the legend of Vagina Dentata—the “toothed vagina”—has terrified and fascinated cultures around the world. Tales of flesh-shredding femmes fatales and man-eating wombs aren’t just scary stories—they reveal deep truths about power, sexua... more

What is it really like to be a real-life vampire?

In this episode of The StickyBeak, I sit down with Madame X, a self-identifying vampire, to explore a world that most of us know only through folklore, horror films and pop culture.

Who are the peop... more

The 27 Club has fascinated the world for decades.

Why did icons like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse and Brian Jones all die at 27? Coincidence — or something more?

In this episode, we unpack the origins of the ... more

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Recent Guests

Madame X
Self-identifying vampire, pagan high priestess and chaos magic practitioner
Episode: Real-Life Vampires: Why Do People Drink Human Blood?
Doug Bauer
Retired man from Southampton who confessed to creating many crop circles
Episode: Crop Circles: The Strange Truth Behind the Mystery
Dave Chauley
Retired man from Southampton who confessed to creating many crop circles
Episode: Crop Circles: The Strange Truth Behind the Mystery
Colin Andrews
British researcher active since the 1980s
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Vroni Brun
Schwingen wrestler, long-time competitor
Swiss Schwingen community
Episode: Swiss Wrestling: Inside the Ancient World of Schwingen
Ezmeral'a Zella
Florida-based jugaloe, doula and Ayurveda student
Personal perspective within juggalos
Episode: Who Are the Juggalos? Inside the Strange World of ICP, Faygo & the FBI
Anna Grosman
Founder of Her Confidant, Australia's first and only female-focused male companionship agency
Her Confidant
Episode: Why Do Women Pay for Male Escorts? The Truth About Sex, Intimacy & Companionship
Ghia Vitale
Writer and senior editor at Quail Bell Magazine; poet and witch
Quail Bell Magazine
Episode: Autosexuality Explained: What It Means to Be Attracted to Yourself
Hetal Dave
India's first and only female sumo wrestler
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Episode: She Became India's First Female Sumo Wrestler. Everyone Said It Was Impossible.

Host

Monika O'Hanlon
Host with a track record of exploring unusual and intriguing human stories through thoughtful conversation and research.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 115 ratings
  • General

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    blueg555
    New Zealand7 months ago
  • Interesting and perfect commute listening to

    Just found this podcast and really love it! So many unique guests, can’t wait to listen to some previous episodes too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NotJustTheories
    Australiaa year ago
  • Very interesting stories

    I listened to my first two episodes of this podcast tonight. Both of them rather diverse. The first one dealt with crime tourism in Los Angeles, California, and the second one dealt with the history of salt. Very unique and oh so different. The host is a terrific interviewer, and an active listener, which is an absolute bonus as an interviewer. As an American, who has become firmly entrenched in Australian sport, especially the AFL and cricket, I am always looking for fun Australian based p... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bucketheadsdad
    United Statesa year ago
  • Incredibly well produced

    Everything I’m after in a podcast: engaging with unique stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ethan_noisepilot
    Australia2 years ago
  • Awesome podcast

    Great podcast Monica. All the best!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    XRegann
    Australia2 years ago

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Many appreciate the host's interviewing style and the breadth of guests.
Some critique background sound choices in a few episodes.
Listeners consistently note the show's ability to present quirky topics with sensitivity.
Listeners praise high production quality and engaging interviews.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Real-Life Vampires: Why Do People Drink Human Blood?
Q: Does it have to be blood? You know, because you're talking about energies, I guess. That doesn't necessarily have to mean drinking someone else's blood, right?
She says blood can conduct energy, but vampires may draw interpersonal energy through physical contact, intellectual discussion, emotional bonding, or other forms of connection.
Real-Life Vampires: Why Do People Drink Human Blood?
Q: Is being a vampire something that you're born as, or can that come later in life? Can you decide to identify as a vampire as you get older?
Madame X says there is no single answer. She describes a lifelong feeling of being different and says interacting with the vampire community helped her recognize that others shared her experiences.
Swiss Wrestling: Inside the Ancient World of Schwingen
Q: How did Vroni get involved in Schwingen, and what drew her to the sport?
She started at eleven, inspired by girls in neighboring families, and gradually found that she could compete and grow within a supportive environment, despite early skepticism from some in the wrestling community.
Autosexuality: Why Some People Are Attracted to Themselves
Q: What does auto sexuality and auto romanticism actually mean?
Auto sexuality is being sexually attracted to yourself, and auto romanticism is being romantically attracted to yourself; these concepts describe intimate connections with oneself rather than toward another person, and they can exist alongside or apart from traditional relationships.
When Women Are the Client: Australia’s First Male Escort Agency
Q: If I came to her as a client, what could I expect?
Anna explains the process starts with a confidential call to discuss goals, boundaries, and nervousness, followed by selecting a compatible, emotionally intelligent companion; the experience can range from conversation and companionship to dates and intimate moments, all designed to respect the client's pace and boundaries.

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A documentary-style show that probes unusual, overlooked, and culturally rich stories through curiosity and empathy. Recent episodes span everything from historical artistry and traditional sports to human relationships with objects, sex work, and macabre curiosities, highlighting how culture, history, and identity intersect in surprising ways. The program tends to feature intimate interviews, archival narratives, and exploratory storytelling that invites listeners to question assumptions while offering nuanced perspectives on fringe topics, niche communities, and existential questions. A standout trait is its willingness to tackle provocative subjects with thoughtful context and varied guest perspectives, making it a likely draw for curiou... more

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1. Madame X
2. Doug Bauer
3. Dave Chauley
4. Colin Andrews
5. Vroni Brun
6. Ezmeral'a Zella
7. Anna Grosman
8. Ghia Vitale

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