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Secrets of the Underworld

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Mental Health
Sydney
Sydney Underworld
Kings Cross
Sex Work
Crime
Boxing
Onlyfans
Domestic Violence
Adult Entertainment
Australia
Covid-19
Hell's Angels
Addiction
Child Abuse
Bodybuilding
Drugs
Prison Life
BDSM
Childhood Trauma

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 weeklyEpisodes284Founded3 years ago
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True Crime

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Recent Guests

Bill Edgar
The Coffin Confessor, invited guest
Episode: The Coffin Confessor: What the Dead Left Unsaid | Bill Edgar
Jimmy Ozturk
Uncle Jimmy, legendary promotion manager on the Gold Coast
Episode: Uncle Jimmy: 30 Clubs, One Legend | Jimmy Ozturk
Saurora Grace
Sexologist specializing in intimacy sessions for disabled clients
Episode: Sex & Disability: The World Nobody Talks About | Saurora Grace [Part 2]
Amanda Householder
Survivor of Circle of Hope Girls Ranch
Survivor/Advocate
Episode: No Way Out: Inside the Circle of Hope | Amanda Householder
Zoe Watts
Survivor of 16 years of domestic abuse, drug-facilitated rape survivor
Episode: Drugged by the Man I Trusted | Zoe Watts
Marina Lacerda
Survivor of Jeffrey Epstein
Survivor and advocate for abuse survivors
Episode: No One Protected Me: Inside Epstein's World | Marina Lacerda [Part 2]
Nicole Madigan
Author of Obsession; stalker case subject
Author
Episode: Stalked for Three Years: The Woman Who Wouldn't Stop | Nicole Madigan
Marissa Rose
Paramedic who discusses trauma, mental health, and frontline experiences
Paramedic (Australia)
Episode: Lights and Sirens: The Cost of the Uniform | Marissa Rose [Part 1]
Chris Alchin
Former real estate agent who built a secret life in Sydney's drug underworld
Episode: Suit by Day, Kingpin by Night | Chris Allchin

Host

Neil Cummins
Host of Secrets of the Underworld

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 381 ratings
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    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
  • Worst laugh ever

    This is a great podcast but that laugh the host has every time he talks to a female guest is so unnerving. Sort yourself out

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BeauuaeB777
    Australia2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners describe the show as hard-hitting with vivid crime and underworld stories, though some critique pacing or format changes.
The show is sometimes described as intense but engaging, with strong guest profiles and memorable anecdotes.
Many praise candid, real-talk storytelling and the host's willingness to push guests for detailed, authentic accounts.

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Apple Podcasts
#78
Australia/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#73
New Zealand/True Crime
Apple Podcasts
#209
Hong Kong/True Crime

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Uncle Jimmy: 30 Clubs, One Legend | Jimmy Ozturk
Q: What kept you at Hollywood for so long?
He cites a strong team, family-like working culture, and close ties with partners like Duffy, which created a stable environment despite external pressures.
Uncle Jimmy: 30 Clubs, One Legend | Jimmy Ozturk
Q: What year did you start on the strip?
He describes starting in 1984 with the Casino opening, then moving through key venues to Hollywood, illustrating a long career built on promotion and relationships.
Uncle Jimmy: 30 Clubs, One Legend | Jimmy Ozturk
Q: What happened there with the Hollywood controversy and the tip incident?
The guest explains it was a media misrepresentation around a large tip and VIP arrangements; he asserts he acted properly and that the media framed it as a problem, while he felt supported by those who knew him.
Sex & Disability: The World Nobody Talks About | Saurora Grace [Part 1]
Q: Are your clients typically good-looking or average-looking, and how does that affect sessions?
She says she works with a range of clients and notes that both good-looking and average-looking individuals can struggle with intimacy; the focus is on the person's needs and the therapeutic goal, not appearance.
Sex & Disability: The World Nobody Talks About | Saurora Grace [Part 1]
Q: What do you mean by healing sessions in sex therapy?
Grace explains that healing sessions focus on helping clients reconnect with their bodies, understand their desires, and learn to communicate with partners, often after experiences with trauma or CBT-style therapy.

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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?

This show produces hard-edged conversations about crime, the underworld, and high-stakes life pivots, anchored by a veteran door supervisor who moved from frontline protection to telling immersive, on-the-ground stories. Episodes mix first-person crime lore, survivor and abuse survivor testimonies, and high-profile industry misfits, often probing ethics, accountability, and resilience. A standout trait is the host's willingness to tell unvarnished tales from Sydney's Kings Cross era, while inviting guests who span nightlife, true crime, survivor advocacy, and trauma recovery. Listeners can expect blunt storytelling, risky life trajectories, and insightful takes on how power, crime, and culture intersect in contemporary Australia and beyond.... more

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1. Bill Edgar
2. Jimmy Ozturk
3. Saurora Grace
4. Amanda Householder
5. Zoe Watts
6. Marina Lacerda
7. Nicole Madigan
8. Marissa Rose

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