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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes306Founded4 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Titus is joined by Aaron Noonan, author of The Great Race: 60 years of the Bathurst 1000, to discuss the history of Australia's greatest motorsport event.

From its earliest days to Holden vs Ford and the famous clashes, they look at the race that h... more

In 1982, boxing was held at the Sydney Opera House for the first and final time. Titus is joined by Anthony Cocks, who tells the story of the clash between Alex Temelkov and Ken Salisbury, which saw brawls in the ring and in the stands.

They also d... more

In a special episode, Santo Cilauro, Sam Pang, and Mick Molloy visit the remote community of Yuendumu with the Red Dust team.

Red Dust's mission is working together to enrich lives, improve health and strengthen the future of Indigenous youth and f... more

LIV Golf, the Saudi-backed rebel league, has filed for bankruptcy, ending a wild ride. Mick and Titus tell the entire story, from its inception to its collapse.

Part Three covers the bankruptcy announcement, the amount of money LIV owes its players... more

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Recent Guests

Will Minson
Western Bulldogs AFL legend and Red Dust board member
Red Dust
Episode: Red Dust Special 2026
Cal Ward
Cal Ward, AFL premiership player and Giants/Footscray figure
Western Bulldogs / GWS Giants
Episode: Red Dust Special 2026
Daryl White
Triple AFL Premiership star, Brisbane Bears/Lions legend
Brisbane Lions
Episode: Red Dust Special 2026
Warwick Williams
Local community member and police officer involved with Red Dust trip
Unaboo Magpies (community)
Episode: Red Dust Special 2026
Adam Rosenback
Guest, roller skating epic participant
Episode: Roller Skating's Greatest Race Part 2 - Sports Bizarre
Adam Rosenbacks
Guest joining the hosts for this episode
Episode: Roller Skatings Greatest Race Part 1 - Sports Bizarre
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

Hosts

Mick Molloy
Co-host with a long-running collaboration, frequently guiding discussion and delivering humorous color commentary.
Titus O'Reily
Host with strong storytelling and research chops, often leading segments and driving narrative with humor and insight.

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
    Australia4 months ago
  • If you want to laugh listen to this

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lawrence@SthAu
    Australia10 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
    Australiaa year ago
  • Absolutely Incredible

    So funny and lots of info.

    Keep it up

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. LJ¥€£
    Australiaa year ago
  • Fantastic

    Love the hosts and well researched, funny content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Christo125
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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

Some listeners wish for fewer interruptions and more but focused storytelling.
A common compliment is the engaging, banter-filled chemistry between hosts.
Fans enjoy the wide range of topics, from obscure crime to sports history.
Listeners praise the hosts' humor and research—it's the show's signature strength.

Chart Rankings

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

Spotify
#171
Australia/Top Podcasts
Spotify
#22
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#102
Australia/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#10
Australia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#64
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#178
United Arab Emirates/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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Frequently Asked Questions About Bizarre

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

Two Australian hosts explore a world of truly bizarre stories, blending sharp storytelling with witty banter. Episodes slice through sport, crime, and culture—often with a humorous lens on oddball crimes, sports scandals, and odd historical tales—featuring guests who add color and context. The show tracks how money, power, and eccentricities intersect in global sports, history, and pop culture, delivering entertaining, well-researched narratives balanced with punchy humor. Its distinctive style combines deep curiosity, playful skepticism, and a strong penchant for underreported or overlooked curiosities, making it a standout for listeners who crave genuine oddities told with personality.

Noteworthy: the duo's rapid-fire chemistry, wide-ran... more

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Recent guests on Bizarre include:

1. Will Minson
2. Cal Ward
3. Daryl White
4. Warwick Williams
5. Adam Rosenback
6. Adam Rosenbacks
7. Adam Rosenberg
8. Adam Rozenbach

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