Rephonic
Artwork for Oblivious Maximus

Oblivious Maximus - Podcast

Oblivious Maximus
Hardcore Music
Comedy
Extortion
Australia
Hardcore Music Scene
Brisbane
Maryland Death Fest
New York
ISUA
Liquid Death
Algor Mortis
Music Scene
Punk Music
Australian Punk Scene
Canberra
Australian Music Scene
AWOL
Edinburgh Fringe Festival
ARIA Awards
Audience Interaction

Oblivious Maximus is a Podcast hosted by Aaron Osborne and Ben Searle.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes208Founded11 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Music

Listen to this Podcast

Artwork for Oblivious Maximus

Latest Episodes

Newcastle legends Skorn join us in the studio this week! We're talking stage dives, shaping their signature sound, creating our own lore, and heaps more! DIG IN!

Thanks to our producer, Izzy!

Searlo's Melbourne International Comedy Festival show, S... more

YouTube

This week R.U.B swing by the studio to chat pickled fish, their upcoming UK tour, and the uncontrollable urge to adopt a British accent as soon as you hear one. GET AROUND IT!

Check out R.U.B here: rub-punk.bandcamp.com/

Thanks to our produ... more

YouTube

Tim and Rathead from Grim Rhythm dropped into the studio on their way to play a rock show! We chat about their new record 'Forever Eating Shit', big riffs, first bongs, and heaps more! RIP IN!

Thanks to our producer, Izzy!

FOLLOW GRIM RHYTHM: https... more

YouTube

This week we chat recent gigs, mosh security, and the two greatest wars of our time: World War III and the tobacco wars. We also run through what we’ve got coming up.

TUNE IN!

Big shout out to our producer, Izzy!

FOLLOW SEARLO: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ins... more

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

HardLore
HardLoreColin Young, Bo Lueders, Knotfest
The Downbeat
The DownbeatCraig Reynolds
One Life One Chance with Toby Morse
One Life One Chance with Toby MorseOne Life One Chance with Toby Morse

Recent Guests

Grim Rhythm
Band/guest musician
Grim Rhythm
Episode: Run of the Mill Fungus w/ Grim Rhythm - Episode 205
Stu Ross
Musician from the hardcore band Comeback Kid
Comeback Kid
Episode: Pub Horny w/ Stu Ross (Comeback Kid) - Episode 203
Volatile Ways
Australian heavy metal band comprising members Louis (bass), Jonah (drums), Emily (vocals), and Brock (guitar)
Episode: No Floor Rowing w/ Volatile Ways - Episode 202
Sam Octigan
Member of Iron Mind
Iron Mind
Episode: Rocking up with the 5150 w/ Sam Octigan (Iron Mind) - Ep 199
Tom Sweetman
Member of the band Dizdain
Dizdain
Episode: DIZCHAIN w/ Dizdain and Tom Sweetman - Episode 195
Jack Bergin
Triple J Core host
Triple J
Episode: 2025 ALBUM/RELEASE OF YEAR CONTENDERS - Episode 193
Tom Lyngcoln
Musician from Nation Blue and Metho
Nation Blue, Metho
Episode: 2025 ALBUM/RELEASE OF YEAR CONTENDERS - Episode 193
Courtney Fry
Triple J host and music reviewer
Triple J
Episode: 2025 ALBUM/RELEASE OF YEAR CONTENDERS - Episode 193
Thomas Sweetman
Designer and member of the band The Chain
The Chain
Episode: ARGGH SWEETMAN! w/ Thomas Sweetman (The Chain, Designer) - Episode 191

Hosts

Ben Searle
One of the co-hosts known for engaging storytelling and reflections on personal experiences in the music scene.
Aaron Osborne
The other co-host known for his humorous approach and candid conversations with guests.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Intro

    That Intros an absolute banger!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brad1111111ey
    Australiaa year ago
  • New format is amazing

    Since the return the new format of deep diving one record with the guest is amazing. Elite tier.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Reynexxx
    Australia6 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Aaron has great conversations with interesting people, and they are always a good laugh too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elly Osborne
    Australia9 years ago
  • Thas dope.

    Aaron asks honest and searching questions that bring rad stories out of heroes and misfits.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jezbr
    Australia10 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests often provide valuable insights and entertaining stories about the music scene.
The dynamic between the hosts creates a fun and relatable atmosphere.
Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and humor brought by the hosts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#218
Australia/Music

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Pub Horny w/ Stu Ross (Comeback Kid) - Episode 203
Q: Has it been wild? Like was there, I mean, for you, did you know how to play all the songs or did you have to actively learn?
Stu recounts that he did have to learn some songs, but being a fan of 'Wake The Dead' helped him learn them quickly.
Pics in the Wild w/ Neil Bloem - Episode 190
Q: What was the intention behind moving to Norway?
Neil initially wanted to capture the beauty of Norway and ended up working as a Northern Lights photographer.
Pics in the Wild w/ Neil Bloem - Episode 190
Q: When did photography become a thing for Neil Bloem?
Neil got into photography nearly 10 years ago after wanting to document his camping and hiking experiences better.
It's Weird w/ Oscar McCall - Episode 187
Q: What made you want to incorporate electronic elements and samples in your songs?
It was part of experimenting with existing parts of songs and integrating weird elements to enhance their hardcore sound.
It's Weird w/ Oscar McCall - Episode 187
Q: What was the recording process like for the new album compared to past experiences?
It was more iterative, allowing flexibility rather than being tied to strict studio time blocks, which made it easier and less stressful.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About Oblivious Maximus

What is Oblivious Maximus about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Content centers around music and features lively discussions with guests from various bands and the music industry. Conversations often reflect personal experiences in the music scene, covering topics like touring, community engagement, and the challenges faced by artists today. Each episode usually includes anecdotes, humorous reflections, and opinions on music culture, evident through their discussions on local Australian music, emotional connections within the community, and supportive narratives about emerging talents. The unique appeal lies in the hosts' ability to intertwine personal journeys with insights from the guest experiences, celebrating the essence of the music environment.

Where can I find podcast stats for Oblivious Maximus?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for Oblivious Maximus. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to Oblivious Maximus and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does Oblivious Maximus get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for Oblivious Maximus, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for Oblivious Maximus?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for Oblivious Maximus, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does Oblivious Maximus have?

To see how many followers or subscribers Oblivious Maximus has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to Oblivious Maximus?

These podcasts share a similar audience with Oblivious Maximus:

1. HardLore
2. The Downbeat
3. One Life One Chance with Toby Morse
4. The First Ever Podcast
5. The Mish and Zach Podcast

How many episodes of Oblivious Maximus are there?

Oblivious Maximus launched 11 years ago and published 208 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact Oblivious Maximus?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for Oblivious Maximus?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for Oblivious Maximus from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for Oblivious Maximus?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of Oblivious Maximus. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on Oblivious Maximus?

Recent guests on Oblivious Maximus include:

1. Grim Rhythm
2. Stu Ross
3. Volatile Ways
4. Sam Octigan
5. Tom Sweetman
6. Jack Bergin
7. Tom Lyngcoln
8. Courtney Fry

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days