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Bizarre with Mick Molloy and Titus O’Reily

Sport Bizarre
Phar Lap
Tour De France
Diego Maradona
FIFA
Melbourne Cup
NASCAR
Cricket
Baseball
Australia
Horse Racing
Animal Bizarre
Napoli
George Steinbrenner
Cocaine
Animal Behavior
Moonshine
World Hockey Association
English Channel
Boxing
Bodyline

Mick Molloy and Titus O’Reily are always on the lookout for a bizarre story. The harder to believe, the better.

Yet all these stories are true, even if many of them shouldn’t be.

Every Monday they delve into the world of sport with Sports Bizarre, and every Wednesday they turn their eye to the Animal Kingdom in Animal Bizarre.

From teammates who swapped wives to a crypto-investing hamster, one ... more

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Latest Episodes

In 1885, Madison Square Garden announced its most ambitious sporting event ever, a six-day endurance roller skating race. What looked like fun soon turned out to be one of the most gruelling sporting events ever held, and not everyone would make it o... more

For years, Anthony Gignac lived a life of luxury fit for a royal.

He travelled in private jets or cars with diplomatic licence plates and carried business cards referring to himself as "Sultan". The only problem was he was not Saudi Arabian or roya... more

When the First Fleet rocked up to Australia, they brought with them the sports of their homelands, although they weren't all the sports we know today. The sports needed to be quick and easy, and most importantly, you had to be able to bet on them.

... more

In 2013, a lot of Asia started becoming very interested in an Australian soccer club. Soon they were following their every game.

Weirdly, the team was a semi-professional team based in the Melbourne suburb of Dingley, the Southern Stars. What made... more

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Recent Guests

Adam Rosenberg
Guest, contributed historical context
Episode: Convicts and Sport - Sports Bizarre
Adam Rozenbach
Guest on episode
Episode: Flying the Drunken Skies - Workplace Bizarre
Adam Rosemacks
The person who uncovered and discussed the Aspinall story
Episode: John Victor Aspinall: Part 1 - Aristocracy Bizarre
Adam Rosenbachs
Guest on Crime Bizarre episode
Episode: Death in Poland: Part 2 - Crime Bizarre
Adam Rosenbach
Guest on Crime Bizarre series
Episode: Death in Poland: Part 1 - Crime Bizarre
Adam Collins
Co-host of The Final Word, cricket commentator, and author
The Final Word
Episode: Cricket Tales with Adam Collins & Geoff Lemon - Sports Bizarre
Geoff Lemon
Co-host of The Final Word, cricket commentator, and author
The Final Word
Episode: Cricket Tales with Adam Collins & Geoff Lemon - Sports Bizarre
Dan Liebke
Author of The 50 Most Ridiculous Ashes Moments
Episode: Special Guest Dan Liebke - Sports Bizarre
Chris Kohler
Finance editor at Nine News Network and author
Nine News Network
Episode: How Companies Get You with Chris Kohler - Economics Bizarre

Hosts

Titus O'Reilly
Host of the show; drives topic selection and narrative flow; known for storytelling and humor.
Mick Molloy
Co-host and primary comedic driver; engages in dialogue and storytelling; anchors Animal/Crime Bizarre segments.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • Don’t drag it out

    The stories are good but geez they get dragged out for far too long

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Black Stevie
    Australia3 months ago
  • If you want to laugh listen to this

    Very funny! Could you add more Aussie sports/ history?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lawrence@SthAu
    Australia9 months ago
  • Sure

    It is good but pls do more AUS sport like netball,AFL, rugby and more but pls I really like the show other then that

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OMG2038
    Australia9 months ago
  • Absolutely Incredible

    So funny and lots of info.

    Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. LJ¥€£
    Australia9 months ago
  • Fantastic

    Love the hosts and well researched, funny content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christo125
    United Kingdom10 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Hosts' rapport is a major draw; some listeners want more guest variety.
Fans appreciate the Aussie sports lens and banter, some desire consistency in dynamic.
Half-speed listening tips went viral for highlighting comedic timing.
Mix of humor and info—great for casual listening and deep dives alike.
Very funny; strong research and storytelling; engaging hosts.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Spotify
#157
Australia/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#17
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#104
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#17
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#96
Indonesia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#109
Singapore/Sports

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Greatest Australian Racehorses with Andrew Rule - Sports Bizarre
Q: Who are the top racehorses you think are really the greatest?
You always start with Carbine, Phar Lap, and Tullock, then add Black Caviar and Winx, but there's a long list of others worth mentioning too.
Greatest Australian Racehorses with Andrew Rule - Sports Bizarre
Q: What made you want to do this?
I was approached by Alan Anumman and they had a deadline for the book.
Texas Football with The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis – Sports Bizarre
Q: What makes college football in Texas so unique?
College football is not just a sport in Texas; it’s a massive identity marker for communities and individual alma maters.
Texas Football with The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis – Sports Bizarre
Q: What has been the impact of the Texas A&M bonfire collapse?
It was a tragic event that deeply affected A&M's identity and traditions.
Texas Football with The Ringer’s Bryan Curtis – Sports Bizarre
Q: How would a Texas Longhorns fan see the Aggies?
They see A&M students as rejecting Austin's cosmopolitanism for a more traditional Texas identity.

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

A witty, irreverent duo dives into bizarre true stories that blend sports, history, and oddball culture with sharp humor. Episodes rotate between Sports Bizarre, which covers dramatic moments in sport with larger-than-life characters, and Animal Bizarre, which riffs on strange animal stories and quirky zoological trivia. The show stands out for its brisk pacing, deep research delivered with playful banter, and a knack for turning obscure anecdotes into highly entertaining narratives. A recurring perk is Bizarre Plus, offering bonus content and added perks for fans. Listeners likely enjoy a blend of humor, curiosity, and affection for Aussie sports culture, with strong appeal to those who like history-tinted storytelling mixed with comedy.

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Recent guests on Bizarre include:

1. Adam Rosenberg
2. Adam Rozenbach
3. Adam Rosemacks
4. Adam Rosenbachs
5. Adam Rosenbach
6. Adam Collins
7. Geoff Lemon
8. Dan Liebke

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