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EPISODE · May 21, 2026 · 36 MIN

Why Did Ricky Megee Really Go Missing?

from Wouldn't Read About It

After a quick anecdote about the history of Chinese restaurants in regional Australia and Lottie's disgust for the movie 'Dude, Where's My Car?', we delve into the mystery shrouded story of Ricky Megee. In 2006, Ricky was found in "one of the most isolated parts of Australia" - the Birrindudu Cattle Station (500km southwest of Katherine) sheltering under a water trough, with the appearance of a skeleton. After receiving treatment at the Royal Darwin Hospital, Ricky's recount of how he ended up is a yarn that put's Tom Hanks' 'Castaway' to shame, but due to his colourful past, one question remains - do you believe him?Follow on Instagram for more! @wouldntreadaboutitpod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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