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Secrets of the Underworld

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Sydney
Mental Health
Kings Cross
Sydney Underworld
Sex Work
Onlyfans
Australia
Boxing
Domestic Violence
Crime
Covid-19
Addiction
Childhood Trauma
Prison
Bodybuilding
Child Abuse
Drugs
Knife Crime
Melbourne
September 11 Attacks

Neil (The Muscle) Cummins. A notorious Sydney hard man who spent 15 years on the doors of the cities most prestigious nightclubs, managing the streets for the Kings of the Cross and watching the backs of some of Sydney’s most famous and infamous underworld identities. Secrets of the Underworld is not for the faint at heart, an insightful and real look into the Sydney Underworld and the real Kings ... more

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes311Founded4 years ago
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True Crime

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At just 14 years old, Tanya Cash disappeared after being groomed by her school security guard. What she believed was an escape to a better life became a decade of captivity, threats, abuse and control. Tanya shares how she survived, the ... more

Jennifer thought she had built a beautiful life with her husband of more than a decade. Then, in January 2015, a strange feeling led her to open his computer and discover videos that changed everything.

In this confronting episode of Secrets of the... more

Jayne Hardman’s life changed after a rare autoimmune disease caused her nose to collapse and eventually be removed. She tells Neil about the brutal treatment, the cruelty of strangers, learning to live with a prosthetic nose, and why she still consid... more

Australian Hip Hop Artist Ramzey opens up about growing up with little, feeling caught between two cultures, dropping out of school to help his family, and finding confidence through music. He also talks about becoming a first-time dad, his journey a... more

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Recent Guests

Tanya Cash
Survivor who was held captive for 10 years starting at age 14
None specified
Episode: Held Captive for 10 Years
Jayne Hardman
Vasculitis survivor
Vasculitis UK (patient advocate)
Episode: I Lost My Nose, But I Didn’t Lose Me -Jayne Hardman
Evi Goffin
Former lead singer of Lasgo, Belgian pop-dance artist
Lasgo (former)
Episode: Evi Goffin: Why I Really Left Lasgo
Helena Ellis
DJ and musician sharing her journey
Episode: I Became the Party: Helena Ellis on DJing, Motherhood & Finding Her Voice
Ginny Burton
survivor of abuse, addiction and incarceration
Episode: “I’ve Shot People, Stabbed People… Now I Help People” — Ginny Burton
Jed Lamb
Former AFL player (Swans, Carlton, Giants)
AFL clubs Sydney Swans, Carlton Football Club, Greater Western Sydney Giants
Episode: “I Can’t See a World Where They Come Back”: Former Swan Jed Lamb on the Scandal
Walter Pugliese
Italian bare-knuckle fighter
Episode: From Prison to Bare-Knuckle: The Indestructible Walter Pugliese
Alison Midstope
Guest with Treacher Collins Syndrome, artist, model, and actress
Independent artist
Episode: Born Different, Built Tough: Alison’s Story
Adam Smith
Former Outlaw Motorcycle Club member
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Episode: I Was a High-Ranking Bikie... Until It Nearly Cost Me Everything

Host

Neil Cummins
Host of the show, introduction and interview

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 395 ratings
  • Ginny Burton Episode

    Hearing this chick glamourising their self obsessed ghastly lives, then their move into knowing more than the rest of the world about how to live life is deluded and self aggrandising, boring.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    NatWild7
    Australiaa month ago
  • .

    Absolute beast of a podcast, first podcast i really got into touches on a lot of things but in the early stages a lot of Sydney background and past

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ooksnay
    Australia2 years ago
  • Natascha C interview

    Absolutely loved N.C interview - Full respect for your honesty & sharing the journey.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rufy
    Australia2 years ago
  • Disappointed

    I love true crime podcasts and was very interested to hear this one after listening to him on another podcast but once the psychic chimed in, you lost me 100%. It’s a shame. Could’ve been a good podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eyeballpaul138
    Australia2 years ago
  • Season three episode one episode one

    Search for the name of the person who

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kiana Lowe 91
    Canada2 years ago

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Listeners praise the host for honesty and directness, especially with tough guests.
Some listeners want fewer interruptions and a tighter interview format.
A number of episodes are described as eye-opening and profile-raising for underworld topics.

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Apple Podcasts
#123
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#200
South Africa/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#241
Saudi Arabia/True Crime

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Held Captive for 10 Years
Q: How did the relationship with Thomas Hose begin and why did you trust him?
She details grooming behaviors—money, listening, small acts of care, and a romantic dynamic that made her believe he could provide a better life—before the abuse intensified.
Held Captive for 10 Years
Q: Can you describe what your day-to-day life was like inside the bedroom?
She explains the rigid rules, the need to stay quiet, using a bucket for bathroom needs, memorizing floor creaks, and the constant threat to her life that kept her from escaping.
Drugged, Filmed and Betrayed
Q: Before we go, describe yourself in one word.
Shiny, a descriptor she uses to reflect resilience, complexity, and the effort to shine through trauma while acknowledging ongoing growth and vulnerability.
Drugged, Filmed and Betrayed
Q: Did you ever say no to him when it came to sex?
Yes, she did say no, and while he sometimes reacted unhappily, he did not force sex, highlighting a complex dynamic where consent was contested but not always violated in every instance, though coercion and control were pervasive.
Behind the Balaclava: Ramzey’s Rise
Q: So what did you want to be when you grow up?
I wanted to be a police officer initially, inspired by Aussie cop shows, but circumstances and trouble when I was younger shifted my path into music.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Secrets of the Underworld

What is Secrets of the Underworld about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Hard-hitting conversations with figures from Sydney's underworld, crime, and fringe industries. Guests range from iconic nightclub security figures and organized crime insiders to investigative journalists and survivors who share intimate, unflinching stories about violence, power, and resilience. The show often centers on real-world risk, the psychology of crime, and the costs of a life on the edge, offering blunt, candid insights and practical lessons for listeners curious about the underside of society. Noteworthy is the host's no-nonsense storytelling approach and a willingness to explore sensitive topics with blunt honesty, making it a likely magnet for true-crime fans, security professionals, and people drawn to raw, first-person acco... more

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Recent guests on Secrets of the Underworld include:

1. Tanya Cash
2. Jayne Hardman
3. Evi Goffin
4. Helena Ellis
5. Ginny Burton
6. Jed Lamb
7. Walter Pugliese
8. Alison Midstope

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