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Mount Isa
Waterslide
Queensland
Turkey
Water Slides
Pirates
Suez Canal
Mining Industry
Community Spirit
Cloncurry
Local Politics
International Trade
Piracy
Waterslides

Slippery Slope is a true crime podcast about a most intriguing crime. It’s about Mount Isa and a missing….. waterslide.

Hosted by comedians Dave O'Neil and Brad Oakes, who uncovered this story while touring in remote Queensland.

It’s a story that starts in remote Mount Isa and ends up in international waters, from Turkey to the Suez Canal to Townsville, with an incident involving - wait for it -... more

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After all that drama, it’s time for the big opening.

Will it be a success?

Will the kids love it?

More importantly will Greg the mayor of nearby town Cloncurry approve?

Slippery Slope is written and hosted by Dave O'Neil and Brad Oakes.

Ori... more

It’s one thing to want a water slide but then you have to deliver it.

Not so easy when you make it in Turkey and bring it through the Suez Canal.

Warning this episode contains at least 23 mention of Jack Sparrow.

Slippery Slope is written and h... more

So Mt Isa needs things for the youth to do, but is a Waterslide the answer?

The Council wants refurbished toilet blocks, so will the waterslide cut it?

Slippery Slope is written and hosted by Dave O'Neil and Brad Oakes.

Original music by Itiner... more

An introduction to one of the most remote and fascinating Australian towns.

Is it a town built around a mine or a mine built near a town?

Don't worry the locals like Cogho, Shae, Rob Katter (son of Bob!) will let you know.

Slippery Slope is wri... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Miller
Project Manager overseeing the waterslide installation
Episode: Big Opening 🎈
Andrew Potts
Gold Coast Journalist and Assistant Chief of Staff of the Gold Coast Bulletin
Gold Coast Bulletin
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊
Danielle Slade
Former Mayor of Mount Isa, advocate for the waterslide project
Mount Isa City Council
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊
Greg Campbell
Mayor of Cloncurry Shire, provides perspective on local rivalry
Cloncurry Shire
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊
John Bell
Active community member involved in bringing a waterslide to Coulin
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊
Kim Coughlin
Assistant Mayor of Mt Isa discusses funding issues
Mt Isa City Council
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊
Daniel Lever
Representative from Swimplex, the company that builds water slides
Swimplex
Episode: Water Slide? Yes or No 🌊

Hosts

Dave O'Neil
Co-host known for his comedic insights in various performances, bringing humor to narratives around regional issues and community dynamics.
Brad Oakes
Co-host recognized for his comedic style and engaging storytelling, contributing to discussions about local culture and history with humor.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • 5 stars

    We want more of this format on unique happenings on your travels.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Roddy Hal
    Australia3 months ago
  • A Good Aussie Yarn

    Well down boys. I’m really enjoying this most interesting yarn about something that is not main stream politics, violence, war - well not so far at least 🙏. Good to have insights from the local players. I only wished I discovered this podcast in November so I could listen to it all over a few nights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Time Fades Away
    Australia3 months ago
  • Great first episode

    Can’t wait for upcoming episodes, these guys are great to listen to and just crack me up 😅

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bruce 👍🏼
    Australia3 months ago
  • Entertaining

    A gripping tale told the way you would expect these two legends to tell it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Anita Floydis
    Australia3 months ago

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Frequently Asked Questions About Slippery Slope

What is Slippery Slope about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A captivating true crime narrative unfolds around a peculiar incident involving a missing waterslide in Mount Isa, Queensland, which remarkably intertwines comedy and local history. Hosts Dave O'Neil and Brad Oakes embark on an exploration that spans various themes, such as the unique cultural significance of waterslides in Queensland, the bizarre tale of a pirate attack that allegedly delayed the installation, and the assorted personalities of local officials and community members advocating for and against the waterslide. Through a blend of humor and insightful commentary, the story shapes themes of community spirit, political rivalry, and the complexities of local governance, making it an entertaining listen for those who appreciate a mi... more

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