EPISODE · Jul 12, 2020 · 1H 3M
Episode 110 - Australian Outlaws Part 6: The Legend of Moondyne Joe (1861-1900)
from Weird Crap in Australia · host The Modern Meltdown
Renowned illusionist Harry Houdini started his career back in the 1890s, forging a path to fame through his ability to escape any situation unharmed. But 40 years beforehand, in the 1850s, a convict sentenced to Transportation for thievery began his own tale of daring escapes in Western Australia. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life and escapes of Joseph Johns, aka Moondyne Joe.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons license.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.
What this episode covers
Renowned illusionist Harry Houdini started his career back in the 1890s, forging a path to fame through his ability to escape any situation unharmed. But 40 years beforehand, in the 1850s, a convict sentenced to Transportation for thievery began his own tale of daring escapes in Western Australia. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life and escapes of Joseph Johns, aka Moondyne Joe.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons license.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.
NOW PLAYING
Episode 110 - Australian Outlaws Part 6: The Legend of Moondyne Joe (1861-1900)
No transcript for this episode yet
Similar Episodes
Dec 5, 2025 ·50m
Oct 9, 2025 ·33m
Oct 3, 2025 ·40m
Sep 11, 2025 ·31m
Aug 27, 2025 ·39m
Aug 18, 2025 ·54m