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The Conditional Release Program

Jack the Insider and Joel Hill
Donald Trump
Australia
Australian Politics
Anthony Albanese
Liberal Party
Covid-19
Israel
Joe Biden
Labour Party
One Nation
Gaza
United States
Julian Assange
Nuclear Energy
Peter Dutton
Conspiracy Theories
Victoria
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
US Presidential Election
Mental Health

Welcome to The Conditional Release Program, a podcast that delves into the netherworld of cults, crims and con artists.

Who would have thought a spicy chest cough would turn everyone so completely mad?

Our weekly show covers the conspiracy theorists that created a 'shadow pandemic' of political idiocy and violent ideation within the fringe of politics.

From time to time we get our hands even dirt... more

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Latest Episodes

This is a terrible time of year for me where all the assessments are coming due and the law is right up my rectum. But hey, it's interesting stuff. I now know way more about family law and succession law - this is why people call me 'the cool kid'. more

AI slop brought to you by Gemini 3 (flash - thinking) and it thinks I am Jack because of the transcript. Whatever. Enjoy the show! There's a TCRP coming soon I promise!

Episode Summary

In episode 154 of The Two Jacks, Jack the Insider (Joel Hill) a... more

This weeks AI slop is being served to you by Google Gemini. Forgot to turn on thinking, so this is the 'fast' slop. Which may or may not be lesser quality than the other option which I may or may not be paying for.

The robot still thinks Jack is Jo... more

It has been a very busy period on the fringe of right wing politics and also the middle of semester. Which is annoying. But a bit of hard work from Jack at the keyboard and a few hoppy beers has got me through it and now we have a nice steaming pile ... more

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Recent Guests

Monica Smith
Monica, the courtroom subject in the episode's segment
One Nation, South Australia
Episode: Episode 206 - SA Election - Cobalt or Death - Florsheim Shoes - Monica & Guru in Court -
Dave Graham
David (Guru) Graham
Defamation case participant
Episode: Episode 206 - SA Election - Cobalt or Death - Florsheim Shoes - Monica & Guru in Court -
Adriana Boisen
An activist and insightful commentator on neo-Nazi legislation
Episode: Episode 200 - NSW Neo-Nazi Legislation with Adriana Boisen
Yaakov Aharon
Former ultra-Orthodox Jewish man now active in Palestinian freedom movements and journalism.
Episode: Episode 196 - March for Australia - Part 2 with Yaakov Aharon
Jimmy Garnet
Attendee of the March for Australia rally
Episode: Episode 195 - March for Australia Part 1 with Jimmy Garnet
Ariel Bogle
Co-author of Conspiracy Nation, exploring conspiracy culture
Episode: Episode 192 - Conspiracy Nation with Ariel Bogle and Cam Wilson
Cam Wilson
Co-author of Conspiracy Nation, investigating conspiracy culture
Episode: Episode 192 - Conspiracy Nation with Ariel Bogle and Cam Wilson
Beck Rogers
Survivor of long-term abuse, advocate for survivors of sexual violence
Episode: Episode 188 - Beck's Story
Peter McCluskey
Advocate for ME/CFS awareness and husband of a long-time sufferer
Episode: Episode 187 - The Pain of ME/CFS

Hosts

Jack the Insider
Host of The Conditional Release Program; frequently appears as co-host or main host; seasoned commentator and true crime author; associated with two-host format and fringe-content analysis.
Joel Hill
Co-host; central to guiding conversations, with occasional guest appearances; contributes political commentary and analysis.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 253 ratings
  • This podcast is great.

    Listening to this gives me a chance to laugh at all of the deranged conspiracy/anti vax nonsense that a lot of people across the country have destroyed their minds with.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    daisywalton
    Australia5 months ago
  • Women play sport too

    Hey guys women’s rugby World Cup is on nrlw and aflw just incase you forgot!!! Please don’t be the typical old guys you have a platform use it for good

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    carbs#28
    Australia7 months ago
  • Love it!

    Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    k8ybirdy87
    Australiaa year ago
  • Highly recommended

    An entertaining and informative view of the fringes of modern culture through the lens of rational normality, and a good catch up on local and international news with the 2 jacks.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Primeviltom
    Australia2 years ago
  • MLM's siren song to cookers

    Funny moments here as Jack and Joel identify the great malaise sweeping through MLMs and emptying the wallets of the cooker clans: the gullibility epidemic. Crazed conspiracy theorists charge lemming-like towards bankruptcy in the service of the might pyramid scheme. It's freedom: but it's not free or even cheap as this podcast shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    foxinsox8
    Australia2 years ago

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The hosts provide sharp, entertaining debunking of fringe movements with solid context.
Consistently thorough, funny, and not afraid to call out grifters and misinformation.
Listeners appreciate the blend of politics, crime, and culture in a relatable voice.
High-energy conversations with clear takes and engaging storytelling.
The show offers a sane Australian perspective on global weirdness and political stunts.

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Apple Podcasts
#106
Australia/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#161
Singapore/News/Politics

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 194 - Hell in H Division with Ray Mooney
Q: What was it like being inside Pentridge Prison?
It was a harrowing experience, and H Division was particularly brutal.
Episode 191 - The Murder Business with Emily Webb
Q: Tell me about your writing process.
I research extensively and explore newspaper archives, but the writing can be the most challenging part for me.
Episode 191 - The Murder Business with Emily Webb
Q: When did your fascination with true crime start?
I was about 10 and I found a book called Infamous Murders at my grandparents' house, which sparked my interest.
Episode 188 - Beck's Story
Q: How did that make you feel seeing him taken away after sentencing?
Initially, she felt thrilled to be free but then realized she no longer had a father, which brought a mix of sadness and relief.
Episode 188 - Beck's Story
Q: What was your first memory?
Beck recounts her first memory of abuse being in the bath with her father at the age of three.

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The show operates at the crossroads of politics, media criticism, and fringe culture, with a strong focus on conspiratorial movements, political polarization, and true crime deep dives. Episodes typically dissect Australian political dynamics, the rise of fringe groups and personalities, and the way misinformation travels through social platforms, often peppered with sharp humor and skeptical commentary. A standout trait is the hosts' willingness to wade into controversial topics, mixing policy analysis with pop culture references, satire, and investigative storytelling that appeals to listeners who want both entertainment and critical, no-nonsense take-downs of grifters and cultish phenomena.

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1. Monica Smith
2. Dave Graham
3. Adriana Boisen
4. Yaakov Aharon
5. Jimmy Garnet
6. Ariel Bogle
7. Cam Wilson
8. Beck Rogers

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