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Planet Maynard

Maynard
The Porkers
Elvira's Haunted Hills
Xanadu
Spotless
Spotfull
Las Vegas
Triple J
Moving / Renovation
Environment / Sustainability Consciousness
Ska
Newcastle
Radio Australia
Romania
London
ARIA Awards

Maynard from Australia. Take a journey through pop culture with no clear purpose or destination. Always shameless.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes101Founded21 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Sunday Afternoon Fever, Triple J live to air on 14 November 1993 and what a line up! Dannii Minogue is back in Australia, engaged to Julian McMahon, and she has a new album to play us. Denis Leary is chuffed with the success of his No Cure For Cancer... more

Triple J live to air 18th April 1993 and despite the ARIA awards being on the Wednesday, it seemed the Australian music industry was still missing in action on Sunday Afternoon Fever as I brought to Australia everyone that would talk to me on the nig... more

Gene Pitney toured Australia in October 2003. It was his last time in Australia as he died while on tour in the UK in 2006. I caught up with him at the beginning of that 2003 tour in Sydney. He told me the stories behind some of his iconic songs, fro... more

Elvira, Mistress of the Dark shot her spooky movie in Eastern Europe in 2001 with her then partner Mark Pierson (they divorced in 2003) and was more than happy to tell me ALL about it. (the movie, not the divorce) Elvira and Richard O’Brien acting u... more

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Recent Guests

Toni Pearon
Musician, featured in circus-themed edition
Toni Pearon (artist)
Episode: Sunday Afternoon Fever 18.4.1993 – ARIA Awards, Jim Rose Circus, Toni Pearon, Andrew Denton, Steven Wright
Jim Rose
Circus of the Bazaar performer
Jim Rose Circus
Episode: Sunday Afternoon Fever 18.4.1993 – ARIA Awards, Jim Rose Circus, Toni Pearon, Andrew Denton, Steven Wright
Andrew Denton
Comedian/TV figure
ABC / Australian media
Episode: Sunday Afternoon Fever 18.4.1993 – ARIA Awards, Jim Rose Circus, Toni Pearon, Andrew Denton, Steven Wright
Steven Wright
Comedian
USA touring
Episode: Sunday Afternoon Fever 18.4.1993 – ARIA Awards, Jim Rose Circus, Toni Pearon, Andrew Denton, Steven Wright
Gene Pitney
Singer and songwriter, interviewee
Self
Episode: Gene Pitney 2003
Cassandra Peterson
Actress and performer best known for Elvira, Mistress of the Dark
Elvira
Episode: Elvira’s Haunted Hills
Pete Porker
Lead of The Porkers
The Porkers
Episode: What were The Porkers drinking in 2008?
James Valentine
Musician, commentator, author of Spotfull
Powderfinger (music)
Episode: The Spotfull James Valentine. Free of domestic guilt.
Tim Ferguson
Australian comedian
Australian comedy scene
Episode: A Very Maynard Xmas 2025 – audio version

Host

Maynard
Host of various Planet Maynard projects and related series; known for energetic, humorous hosting and pop-culture commentary.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • Who knew something so hectic could be so funny?

    Absolutely hilarious show. Don’t be driven away by the pace of the show, it keeps everything very fun and entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoeBidensFavoriteFemboy
    United States5 years ago
  • WAAAAAATP

    Bungabunga

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hank Sinatra Jr
    United States5 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Heard these guys on WATP (Who are These Podcasts) and had to check them out. This is a great podcast, I cant recommend this enough

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rkowna
    United States8 years ago
  • Maynard for President

    Legendary Aussie broadcaster Maynard frolics through fun-filled fields and pop culture back alleys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dashinlove
    Australia8 years ago
  • I could listen to his voice all day!

    I've missed his antics since the JJJ days and what a pleasant surprise to stumble across his podcasts. This goose is certainly loose!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Little Nat
    Australia10 years ago

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Great banter and memorable guest moments that feel spontaneous.
Fast-paced and funny; the energy keeps things entertaining.
Crowd-pleasing clips and energetic storytelling make episodes hard to skip.
Maynard is consistently entertaining and insightful with cultural commentary.
A quirky, entertaining take on pop culture with sharp humor.

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The Spotfull James Valentine. Free of domestic guilt.
Q: What's the story behind Spotfull and the Spotless phenomenon?
Spotfull is the book I wrote as a response to the Spotless phenomenon, a satirical take on how cleaning culture grew into a lifestyle obsession, and I felt compelled to address it with humor.
What were The Porkers drinking in 2008?
Q: Now, how do you describe the feel of that song, Pete?
Pete describes the track as sleazy reggae with an old-school Bob Marley vibe, blending reggae roots with ska and world music influences, reflecting their unique Newcastle sound.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Planet Maynard

What is Planet Maynard about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers a rapid-fire, high-energy blend of music, comedy, and pop-culture banter, often mixing backstage anecdotes, celebrity guest chats, and irreverent takes on Hollywood, Australian entertainment, and internet-era trends. Episodes frequently feature music performances, celebrity interviews, and lively, humorous segments that swing from nostalgic reminiscences to current cultural commentary. A standout trait is the playful unpredictability and the host's knack for steering sprawling conversations into entertaining, bite-sized moments that feel like a late-night variety show. For potential listeners, expect fast-paced dialogue, a wide range of guests from musicians to comedians and media figures, and a distinctly Australia-meets-g... more

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2. Jim Rose
3. Andrew Denton
4. Steven Wright
5. Gene Pitney
6. Cassandra Peterson
7. Pete Porker
8. James Valentine

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