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Weird Crap in Australia

The Modern Meltdown
Asbestos
Australia
De Gruchy Family Murders
James Hardie
Lift Off
Family Dynamics
Wollongong
Bluey
Savoy Hotel Fire
True Crime
Koala
The ABC
Dr. Patricia Edgar
Scientology
Labor Unions
Legal System
Jack Donahue
1996
Koala Conservation
Howard Gardner

Welcome to "Weird Crap in Australia," a podcast hosted by Holly and Matthew, a husband and wife team with a passion for all things strange and unusual in the land down under.Each episode, Holly, a trained historian, and Matthew, a pop-culture enthusiast, dive into the weird and wacky aspects of Australian history and society. From the colonial era to the present day, they explore topics such as al... more

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This week, we sit down with Around the World with Dot — the animated adventure that whisked an Australian bush child across continents in a strange blend of live-action backdrops, talking animals, and Cold War-era messaging.

From the peculiar pacing... more

In the mid-1860s, the goldfields and bush tracks of New South Wales were ruled by one of Australia’s most notorious outlaw groups: the Ben Hall Gang. Led by the charismatic and deeply divisive Ben Hall, the gang carried out a daring string of robberi... more

Australia has produced many formidable creatures: sharks, snakes, drop bears… but none strike fear into the national heart quite like the humble magpie. We’re diving beak-first into the legend of Australia’s Flying Terror — from swooping season strat... more

In January 2000, a car was found at the bottom of an embankment in Heathcote National Park. Inside were Bill and Pam Weightman — a respectable south-west Sydney couple, seemingly the victims of a tragic late-night accident. Police found no skid marks... more

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Recent Guests

Tony Collette
Famed Australian actress who auditioned for The Ferals
Episode: Episode 308 - The Ferals (1994-1995)
Dave Dobbin
Musician known for writing the theme song for The Ferals
Episode: Episode 308 - The Ferals (1994-1995)
Tina Matthews
Puppet designer and former Henson puppeteer involved in The Ferals
Episode: Episode 308 - The Ferals (1994-1995)
Peter Iacono
Host of A Dingo Ate My Movie podcast and former drummer for The Wiggles
A Dingo Ate My Movie podcast
Episode: Episode 300 - Peter Iacono from the A Dingo Ate My Movie Podcast, and Q&A with Holly & Matthew

Hosts

Matthew Soul
Host with a passion for pop culture, sharing insights related to the portrayal of strange stories in media.
Holly Soul
Co-host and researcher, providing historical context and insights into Australia's oddities and quirks.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 836 ratings
  • Please,just stop…

    I used to be a fan and listen every week but Mathew really got on my nerves with the voices. Every time there’s an old time report he puts on some fake voice and launches into a monologue that is way to long and just not funny at all. He thinks he’s Henry zebrowski but he’s just not. I stopped listening for a while and came back but he’s worse. Just stop..

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    wrongalz
    Australia24 days ago
  • Love the pod, hate the accents

    Love the pod. However, I could do without Matthew’s terrible American accents. They are all cringy and not remotely accurate.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bethd86
    United States3 months ago
  • Non Aussie

    As a non Aussie, I found this podcast to listen to with my kids. My daughter is OBSESSED with the Thylacine. (Aka Tazmanian Tiger) and we started listening for that episode. The Emu War is one of our Favorites. Please do a little research on the event if you listen with kids. Some episodes are about mourderers, or sh00tings and might not be family friendly.

    Love to Oz from California!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr.Kender
    United States4 months ago
  • Potential but is barely consumable due to hosts.

    Unfortunately these guys do not have a voice for radio. The male host constantly interrupts with his own opinions that he portrays as facts rather than ‘opinions’. There are constant mispronunciations of central characters names, geographical locations and simple English. Even references to Television shows for example like Underbelly where the male host says it depicts Lewis Moran was murdered in his family home, where it’s documented fact he was shot at the Brunswick Club Hotel as was shown in... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    -etb10
    Australia6 months ago
  • Good topics but male host needs to stop mansplaining

    This has so much potential. I listened to the Keren Rowland episode and the interviewee was amazing and well spoken, and it’s great to see some of the topics being covered by Australians. But this Matthew guy comes across as incredibly arrogant, opinionated without a good basis for it, and mansplains and cuts off the female host. Do better please!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Regggyk
    Australia7 months ago

Listeners Say

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Positive reviews highlight the blend of humor and education, especially praising Holly's research.
Some feedback mentions concerns about the hosts' delivery and interruptions during discussions.
Critics point out a tendency for the male host to dominate conversations, which detracts from the overall experience.
Many listeners appreciate the interesting topics and unique approach to exploring Australia's history.

Chart Rankings

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Spotify
#44
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#156
Australia/History
Apple Podcasts
#91
South Korea/History

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 354 - The Melbourne Gangland Wars 3 - Mario Condello and Mark Moran
Q: What impact did Mario Condello's death have on the Melbourne Gangland Wars?
Condello's death marked the end of the old school gangsters and the rise of a new breed of criminals, highlighting the shifting power dynamics within the Melbourne drug trade.
Episode 300 - Peter Iacono from the A Dingo Ate My Movie Podcast, and Q&A with Holly & Matthew
Q: What are we most looking forward to doing? What episode would you make me go out and research right now if you could?
One thing that Australians are very good at within the genre is horror, so I think it might be worth doing an episode on Australia's contribution to the horror genre.
Episode 300 - Peter Iacono from the A Dingo Ate My Movie Podcast, and Q&A with Holly & Matthew
Q: What has been your favorite episode or topic?
My favorite topics are generally UFOs, and one of my favorite episodes has definitely become the British nuclear testing on Australian soil.

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This podcast explores the eccentric and lesser-known aspects of Australian history and culture through a mix of humor and storytelling. Hosted by a husband-and-wife duo, it delves into a vast array of subjects including true crime, supernatural events, and cultural quirks that shape Australia's unique narrative. Listeners can expect a blend of insight from Holly, who brings a historian's perspective, and Matthew, who draws on pop culture references, making the content both educational and entertaining. The dynamic combination of intriguing topics, personal anecdotes, and light-hearted banter creates an inviting atmosphere that encourages exploration of the oddities present in everyday Australian life.

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1. Tony Collette
2. Dave Dobbin
3. Tina Matthews
4. Peter Iacono

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