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Prime Mates

Do Go On Media
Planet Of the Apes
Kingdom Of the Planet Of the Apes
Gamestop
Bedtime For Bonzo
Fantastic Four: First Steps
Chimpanzees
Toy Story
Good Tucker
Jane Goodall
The Grinch
The Maze Runner
SBS On Demand
Drunken Monkey Hypothesis
Christmas
Superman 2025
The Incredibles
Space Chimps
Space Chimps 2: Zartog Strikes Back
Godzilla
Pokémon

Join Australian Comedian Matt Stewart (and regular second banana Evan Munro-Smith) with rotating guests, as they explore primates in popular culture from Chimpan-A to Chimpan-Z!

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Latest Episodes

It's Christmas time so Adam Carnevale is here to help answer the question "Is the Grinch an ape??" and also in a quick episode of Getting Fruity with Matt and the Boys we talk fruit cake!

Watch my new special Best Man: bit.ly/BestManComedy

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This morning we woke up to the sad news of Jane Goodall's passing, so we've met in the Monkey House for an emergency episode!

Cheerful Earful tickets: cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/home/ce25

Article discussed: www.abc.net.au/news... more

Dave and Jess return to the monkey house to talk about Robert Dudley's The ‘drunken monkey’ hypothesis!

Cheerful Earful tickets: cheerfulearful.podlifeevents.com/festival/prime-mates---live-from-cheerful-earful-podcast-festival-5-oct-2025-ti... more

What the hell, another new super hero movie (very briefly) featuring a primate?! We're in a new golden age baby! To talk all about it we are joined in the Monkey House by Connor Schmidt (Who Knew It with Matt Stewart)!

Watch my new special Best Man:... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Carnevale
Co-host of Getting Fruity with Matt and the Boys and Joy TV in the Monkey House
Getting Fruity with Matt and the Boys
Episode: 154 - Is the Grinch an Ape? (with Adam Carnevale)
Connor Schmidt
Editor of another podcast, Who Knew It with Matt Stewart.
Who Knew It
Episode: 150 - Superman 2025 (with Connor Schmidt)
Rob Braslin
Comedian and guest on the show
Episode: 144 - Pokemon (with Angus Gordon and Rob Braslin)
Angus Gordon
Comedian and returning guest
Episode: 144 - Pokemon (with Angus Gordon and Rob Braslin)
Evan Munro-Smith
Host of Do Go On
Do Go On
Episode: 143 - Space Chimps (with AJ and Richard from Cult Popture)

Host

Matt Stewart
Host of a comedy podcast that humorously examines primates in popular culture, engaging with various guests on a range of topics including films and primate behavior.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 901 ratings
  • Primates in popular culture

    The best podcast about primates in popular culture

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Malakili883
    Australia5 months ago
  • Great hard-hitting journalism pod about prime-ministers and cronyism in politics.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Tommy B
    a year ago
  • Amazing podcast with garbage opinions

    Decided to listen backwards from the most recent episode and Evan’s choice of best primate irrationally infuriates me!!! Great pod!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    charzissou
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • If Apes are your religion than this podcast is your church

    I was originally going to disregard this pod as just another copy-cat of The Mike Check Podcast. But to my surprise Host Matt Stewart had the blessing Cameron James and Alexi. If you’re a fan of apes this podcast is for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keep5000
    United States2 years ago
  • Stole this phone

    Just to give you a 5 star review

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BrendaKstar
    United States2 years ago

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The blend of insightful commentary and light-hearted banter is widely praised, making it a perfect mix of education and fun.
Listeners describe the engaging and funny discussions about primates and their pop culture representations.
Many appreciate Matt Stewart's humor and the entertaining format of the episodes.

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143 - Space Chimps (with AJ and Richard from Cult Popture)
Q: How do you see the relationship between the plot of Space Chimps and the financial crisis?
The hosts connected the timing of the film's release to significant historical events.
143 - Space Chimps (with AJ and Richard from Cult Popture)
Q: What do you think about doing two episodes, one for each Space Chimps movie?
AJ expressed that they should just get it done and move on, as they need to uphold their reputation.
143 - Space Chimps (with AJ and Richard from Cult Popture)
Q: Do you have a suggestion of a primate so fantastic that it would change Evan's opinion?
Richard suggested the evil monkey from Family Guy, who is a running gag, and he elaborated on the monkey's story.
147 - Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (with Evan Munro-Smith and Suren Jayemanne)
Q: What would it take to turn you from a fan of Kong to a fan of Godzilla?
I have to assume you were fans of Kong. Well, Suren and I have done the two recent Kong films and we're pretty staunch Kong.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prime Mates

What is Prime Mates about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast offers a humorous exploration of primates in popular culture, combining comedy with insightful commentary on various films and television shows featuring our simian relatives. The host engages with guests to discuss a wide range of topics, from iconic primate characters in cinema to broader theories like the Drunken Monkey Hypothesis, which humorously investigates primate behavior. Episodes often include light-hearted banter and personal anecdotes, creating a fun and entertaining atmosphere for listeners. Unique elements include thematic deep-dives on specific movies and cultural events related to primates, along with witty discussions that appeal to both casual viewers and dedicated film enthusiasts alike. The podcast stands o... more

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2. Connor Schmidt
3. Rob Braslin
4. Angus Gordon
5. Evan Munro-Smith

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