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Oldmate and Josh, The Podcast
by Oldmate and Josh
Unfiltered conversations for chaotic times.Welcome to Oldmate and Josh, the Podcast — an Australian comedy podcast built on funny and unfiltered conversations, open minds, strange questions, and the kind of banter that politely shoves normal conversation off a cliff.Hosted by two Adelaide lads with more curiosity than filters, Oldmate and Josh dive headfirst into true crime, weird history, philosophy, science, sport, politics, pop culture, paranormal stories, religion, relationships, self-help, comedy, culture, conspiracies, and uncomfortable truths.Part funny conversational podcast, part unfiltered comedy podcast, part organized chaos podcast, this is a show for people who like their discussions honest, curious, ridiculous, and occasionally unhinged. One week it might be a serial killer, cult, Cold War disaster, ghost story, political scandal, or strange piece of history. The next it might be masculinity, mental health, belief, love, sport, personal growth, society, or why everythi
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Ep. 98 — Meet Chelsea Finlayson: Radio, Comedy and Beautiful Chaos
New FreshFM Saturday morning host Chelsea Finlayson joins Oldmate and Josh for a gloriously rambling get-to-know-you episode.Chelsea talks about breaking into comedy, mastering crowd work, authentic storytelling and finding her voice on radio. Along the way, the conversation wanders through vinyl collecting, Monopoly cheating, shock humour, second-hand treasures, strange health mysteries, neurodivergent brains, abandoned towns and whatever else happens to appear in the room.It’s an hour of comedy, chaos and stories with one of Adelaide radio’s newest voices.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep97: Chelsea Finlayson, and The Zodiac Killer
Chelsea Finlayson joins Oldmate and Josh to tackle the Zodiac Killer: a man who committed horrific crimes, wrote baffling letters, demanded media attention and somehow turned being deeply annoying into a 50-year brand strategy.We dig into the murders, the ciphers, the suspects, the newspaper panic and the endless parade of blokes who apparently owned the right shoes and had “a weird vibe.” Was the Zodiac a criminal mastermind, a lucky idiot, or just history’s most committed attention seeking pen pal?Chelsea helps us sort fact from folklore, credible suspects from absolute nonsense, and one of America’s most infamous unsolved cases from the giant pile of people on the internet who are certain their neighbour’s uncle did it.Dark, strange, occasionally ridiculous, and still unsolved.Chealsea's Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/chelseafinlayso.n?music: Pity Lips.
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Ep96: Eddie Dabrowska, The Banana Wars,
This episode was supposed to be about the Banana Wars — a wildly fascinating chapter of history involving empire, corporations, military intervention, and the strange dark comedy of how bananas became tangled up with power. That was the plan.Then special guest Eddi Dąbrowska arrived, brought absolute chaos to the table, and the episode took several sharp turns off the historical highway.So, caveat: this is not the tightly researched Banana Wars deep dive we intended. It is, however, a very fun ride. We strongly recommend digging into the Banana Wars yourself, because the real story is bizarre, grim, and genuinely worth your time.This is what happens when good intentions meet great company and the wheels come off beautifully.Eddi's Instahttps://www.instagram.com/thisiscomeddi?igsh=ZmJweTNhZjBrYXZhMusic: Pity Lips
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Ep95: The Acoustic Pussy Spy?
What happens when the CIA looks at a cat and thinks, “That could be a spy”?This week on Oldmate & Josh, we dig into Acoustic Kitty — one of the strangest Cold War intelligence projects ever attempted. The idea was simple, if you ignore every obvious problem: surgically turn a cat into a listening device, send it near targets, and let espionage happen.Because apparently microphones, wires, batteries, animal behaviour, roads, hunger, fear, and the basic personality of cats were all details to sort out later.We get into the real story, the myths around it, the wider Cold War atmosphere that made ridiculous plans feel reasonable, and why powerful people with huge budgets can somehow make decisions that sound like they were invented by a bored child with a glue gun.It’s CIA chaos, animal espionage, government logic, Cold War paranoia, and one very unfortunate cat-shaped lesson in “just because you can try something doesn’t mean you should.”Listen to Oldmate & Josh, The Podcast wherever you get your podcasts.Website: https://www.oldmateandjosh.comListen / follow: https://www.oldmateandjosh.com/follow/Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/oldmate-and-josh-the-podcast/id1745812861Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/67lmDK0OJwdjKzCfrMEW41Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldmateandjosh/Grab the merch here: https://form.jotform.com/261462948815063We’ve got shirts available now — support the show, wear the chaos, and remember: Work Less.Want to yell at us, correct us, pitch an episode, or leave the most unhinged but defensible spy-animal theory possible? Head to the website and use the Send us a Voice Message button.You can also email us: [email protected] by: Pity Lips
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Ep94: Dezi's a Dead Man
Dezi Freeman...Criminal mastermind? A convenient suspect? Or a man whose reputation eventually became bigger than the evidence itself?In this episode, Oldmate and Josh unpack the life, crimes, allegations, investigations, and enduring mystery surrounding one of Australia's most controversial criminal figures. We dive into the facts, the rumours, the media narratives, and the questions that continue to spark debate years later.As the story unfolds, we explore how public opinion is formed, how legends grow around real people, and why some names become permanently attached to crimes regardless of what can actually be proven.Was justice served? Did the public get the full story? And how much of what we think we know is fact versus folklore?Expect deep research, uncomfortable questions, dark humour, and the kind of rabbit holes that make you question everything.
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Ep93: So Anyway... We Nuked Space!
In 1962, at the height of the Cold War, the United States launched a nuclear weapon into space and detonated it 400 kilometres above the Earth.No, seriously.What started as a military experiment became one of the strangest moments in human history. The explosion lit up the Pacific sky, created artificial auroras, disrupted electronics in Hawaii, damaged satellites, and left scientists scrambling to understand what they'd unleashed.In this episode, Oldmate and Josh dive into the incredible story of Operation Starfish Prime—the nuclear test that proved humanity was willing to detonate an atomic bomb in space just to see what would happen. From Cold War paranoia and missile races to electromagnetic pulses, secret military planning, and the long-term consequences for modern technology, this is a story that sounds completely made up... except it actually happened.
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Ep92: Glory, Greed and the Premier League
From Pubs to Private Jets,It started in crowded pubs, pints in hands,, smoke-filled terraces and working-class towns. Today it's a global empire worth billions, watched by hundreds of millions and owned by some of the richest people on Earth. How did English football become the Premier League? What was gained? What was lost? And is the world's most popular football competition still the beautiful game, or has it become something else entirely?This week, Oldmate and Josh trace the rise of the Premier League, from local passion to global obsession, and ask whether the world's most popular league is football's greatest achievement or its biggest contradiction.
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Ep91: The '3 Kim' Problem
North Korea is often treated like a punchline — strange haircuts, military parades, and impossible propaganda. But behind the spectacle is one of the most controlled societies on Earth.In this episode, Oldmate & Josh dig into Without You, There Is No Us by Suki Kim, a rare inside account of teaching the sons of North Korea’s elite. What begins as a story about a classroom becomes something much bigger: truth, loyalty, fear, hunger, surveillance, and what happens when the state doesn’t just control what you do — it tries to control what you are.It’s bizarre. It’s disturbing. It’s human. And it raises one massive question: what happens to a person when the outside world is treated like a crime?Music by: Pity lips
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Ep90: The Port Arthur Massacre
Australia remembers Port Arthur as the massacre that shocked the country and changed gun laws almost overnight. But around that horror grew something else too: a whole ecosystem of rumours, contradictions, “just asking questions” theories, and full-blown conspiracy lore.In this episode, Oldmate & Josh step into the mess carefully — respecting the victims and survivors while also digging into the bizarre, uncomfortable, and sometimes darkly absurd stories that have clung to Port Arthur for decades. What’s verified? What’s misunderstood? What’s been warped by internet detectives, pub logic, and national trauma?It’s a serious episode with a dangerous amount of comedy oxygen: part tragedy, part myth-busting, part “how did that become a theory?” — and a look at why this event still grips Australia’s imagination.Content warning: discussion of mass murder, trauma, firearms, conspiracy claims, and suicide-related themes.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep 89: Stephen Lockwood - The Weight of the Job
What does a lifetime around conflict, chaos, and the unexplained do to a person?This week on Oldmate & Josh, we sit down with Stephen Lockwood for a raw, funny, and surprisingly deep conversation about his career, the moments that shaped him, and the stories that still stay with him long after the job ended. From high-pressure situations to the strange side of human nature, Stephen shares the kinds of experiences most people only ever hear about second-hand.The episode moves between heavy moments, dark humour, behind-the-scenes career insight, and the kind of honest conversation that happens when the microphones stop feeling real. It’s part life story, part reflection on resilience, and part “how on earth did that actually happen?”Expect laughs, uncomfortable truths, wild stories, and a genuine look at the cost — and meaning — of a life lived in extraordinary situations.
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Ep88: Stephen Lockwood Paranormal War Stories
What happens when war doesn’t end… even after the battlefield goes silent?In this episode, we sit down with Stephen Lockwood to dive into chilling, first-hand accounts of paranormal encounters tied to real military history. From haunted outposts and ghostly soldiers still on patrol, to eerie moments that defy logic and refuse to be explained — these stories blur the line between history and the unknown.Are these just stress, trauma, and coincidence… or something far stranger?This one gets dark, unsettling, and impossible to ignore.🎧 If you’ve ever wondered what soldiers really experience when the lights go out — hit play.Listener warning: Some stories may stick with you longer than you’d like.Music by: Pity LipsSocial links:Stephen Lockwood
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Ep87: Ally Dent: From Open Mics to Owning the Room
Ally Dent joins us to unpack the real journey from shaky open mics to confidently owning the room. This isn’t the polished highlight reel—it’s the grind behind it.We get into bombing on stage, learning how to read a crowd, finding your voice, and sticking it out when most people quit. Ally shares what actually changes between your first set and your best one—and why that gap is where comedians are made.It’s honest, funny, and a proper look behind the curtain at what it takes to build something real in stand-up.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep86: Todd Gray: The Truth About Greyhound Racing
Todd Gray joins us to pull back the curtain on the strange, fast, and fiercely debated world of greyhound racing. From the thrill of the track and the culture around the sport to the criticism, controversy, and the questions a lot of people avoid, this is a conversation that goes well beyond race day. We get into how the industry works, why people defend it so passionately, why others see it as something that should be left in the past, and what the public often gets wrong about the whole thing. With laughs, curiosity, and a few uncomfortable truths, this one might change how you see the sport.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep85: Ally Dent on Complex PTSD: Funny, Broken, Surviving
Ally Dent joins Oldmate and Josh to unpack complex PTSD — because apparently plain old trauma wasn’t enough. Based on the book, this episode gets into survival mode, childhood damage, emotional flashbacks, and the darkly funny reality of trying to become a functional adult when your nervous system is still acting like it’s under attack.Instagram: theallydenthttps://www.instagram.com/theallydent?igsh=MXU0aGdhYmx4ZTU3dQ==X: theallydenthttps://www.threads.com/@theallydent?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Music: Pity Lips
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Ep84: Dislocated Dads, Disconnected Sons, Feat: Nick Shaddegg
This is a no-culture-war, solutions-first deep dive into why boys and men are quietly falling behind — and why it matters for everyone. Using Richard Reeves’ Of Boys and Men, Oldmate & Josh unpack the education gap, the “working man blues,” dislocated dads, class and race pressure-cookers, and what happens when purpose disappears and resentment moves in. Then we get practical: what fixes actually look like (including the spicy “redshirt the boys” idea), how men can heal, and how to build better dads without rolling anything backwards. Come for the stats, stay for the human bits.Follow @nickschadegg for more.Music Pity Lips
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Ep83: Elections, Geopolitics & Who’s Wiping the Boomers’ Ass, feat: Nick Shaddeggs
Nick Shaddegg drops back into the studio to unpack local politics, global disasters, and the increasingly obvious fact that absolutely nobody knows what they’re doing. From South Australia’s political circus to the international bin fire we all seem to be living through, this episode dives headfirst into the issues shaping our lives and the nonsense clogging up the system. It’s part political breakdown, part group therapy, and part desperate attempt to work out whether the world is broken or just being run by complete weirdos. Spoiler: we solve almost none of it, but we do have a bloody good time trying.Follow @nickschadegg for more.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep82: Em Rusciano on Perimenopause, Rage, and Why Women Are Done Staying Quiet
Women are done staying quiet.This week, Em Rusciano joins Oldmate & Josh for a brutally honest, funny, and deeply real conversation about perimenopause, cultural pressure, female anger, identity, and the stuff women have been expected to endure in silence for far too long.From sharp comedy to raw truth-telling, this episode dives into why more women are speaking up about midlife, hormones, and the systems that have ignored, dismissed, or minimized their experiences for decades.It’s hilarious, confronting, honest, and the kind of conversation people need to hear.And yes — Em also drops an exclusive about her next show you’ll hear first on this episode.Music by: Pity LipsFollow Em Rusiano on instagram:https://www.instagram.com/emrusciano?igsh=eDNhaXBnMXptYjdmRage Against the Vagine Podcast:https://emrusciano.com/rage-against-the-vagine/Email in: [email protected]
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Ep81: 6,000 Strangers. One Small Town. What Happened Next?
On September 11, 2001, U.S. airspace shut down.Thirty-eight planes were diverted to a place most passengers had never heard of — Gander, Newfoundland.Population: 10,000.Unexpected arrivals: nearly 7,000 strangers.For five days, this small Canadian town doubled in size overnight.No preparation. No warning. No playbook.In this episode, we unpack the real story behind The Day the World Came to Town — not as a feel-good legend, but as a case study in crisis response, infrastructure, leadership, and human behaviour under pressure.How did the buses run?How did pharmacies cope?Why did karaoke matter?And would your town hold together the same way today?This isn’t just a 9/11 story.It’s a question about community, resilience, and what actually happens when systems fail.If 7,000 people landed in your town tomorrow… what would you do?Website:https://linktr.ee/oldmateandjosh?utm_source=linktree_profile_share<sid=0992efc6-aec6-4484-ba82-ac0bd2b82f3fEmail: [email protected] by: Pity Lips
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Ep80: The search for Madeleine Mccann
This week, we step back into one of the most haunting child disappearance cases of our lifetime — the search for Madeleine McCann. Is this case a dinner frozen in time? Or when a child vanishes, maybe time doesn’t freeze. It corrodes.
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Ep79: The Matrix Resurrections: Genius… or Corporate Self-Sabotage?
Local comedian and movie obsessive Thomas Bode (Strange Carl) joins us to answer one question:Why does this movie feel like it’s arguing with itself?Is it: • A self-aware masterpiece? • A rebellion disguised as a sequel? • Or the most expensive inside joke ever made?We debate the red pill mythology, nostalgia traps, and whether this film was designed to break fans on purpose.Warning: This episode may unplug your childhood.@bode7651https://www.instagram.com/bode7651?igsh=Mm14bnpwOXVwcnQwMusic: Pity Lips.
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Ep 78: The Stories They Didn’t Want Told (Fabien Clark)
Adelaide comedy legend Fabien Clark drops in and turns the studio into a full-on storytelling clinic. The bloke spins yarns like it's oxygen - rapid-fire, ridiculous, and somehow always true.And yeah... a couple of these chapters involve time spent behind bars.Hit play, settle in, and enjoy the ride - this one's a belter.Fabiens Instagram. https://www.instagram.com/fabienclark?igsh=cjk1czlqbTR4d2ExPut the wrong fuel in your car? CALL CON! Wrong Fuel Adelaidehttps://share.google/pPgJPaNm12WpDtZYtThanks for being amazing Con!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep:77: The Network State, You Can’t Buy Greenland… Or Can You?
What if countries had competitors?What if borders were negotiable?And what if exit mattered more than protest?This episode starts with a joke about buying Greenland… and ends somewhere much darker (and more realistic). We break down The Network State, the idea that nations of the future won’t begin with land or flags — but with people, infrastructure, and leverage.From Trump and Greenland to Bezos, Musk, and the rise of “exit engineers,” this is a conversation about power, sovereignty, and why the next political revolution won’t look like one at all.Not a conspiracy.Not a manifesto.Just an uncomfortable thought experiment you won’t shake.Music by: Pity LipsThe Network State - Annotated Reading List• Albert O. Hirschman - Exit, Voice, and LoyaltyCore framework underlying the book. Explains why people either reform systems from within or leave them entirely.• Benedict Anderson - Imagined CommunitiesFoundational text on how nations are socially constructed, not purely geographic.• James C. Scott - Seeing Like a StateCritique of centralized planning and why top-down governance often fails.• Friedrich Hayek - The Use of Knowledge in SocietyExplains why decentralized systems outperform centralized decision-making.• Mancur Olson - The Logic of Collective ActionShows why large groups struggle to organize without incentives.• Douglass North - Institutions, Institutional Change, and Economic PerformanceFrames institutions as evolving systems shaped by incentives.• Satoshi Nakamoto - Bitcoin WhitepaperExample of a network achieving coordination, legitimacy, and governance without a state.• Paul Romer - Charter Cities (essays)Influences the territorial and special economic zone concepts.• Paul Graham - Startup EssaysApplies startup logic and network effects to non-traditional domains.• Peter Thiel - Zero to OneMonopoly, scale, and first-mover logic applied implicitly to governance.
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Ep 76: Marc Ryan (The Beautiful Bogan) — “Not Talking Almost Killed Me”
This week, comedian Marc Ryan — aka The Beautiful Bogan — joins us for a brutally honest conversation about mental health, suicide, and why staying silent nearly cost him everything. It’s raw, vulnerable, and exactly the kind of chat people avoid… until they need it.Marc Ryan, The Beautiful Bogan socials.Insta: The beautiful Bogan.https://www.instagram.com/the_beautiful_bogan?igsh=MTAzYjh0cXd1eGsxMQ==Threadshttps://www.threads.com/@the_beautiful_bogan?igshid=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==Fairy floss and Chaos Instahttps://www.instagram.com/fairy_floss_and_chaos?igsh=MTljMmR3bmRjMXg4cA==If this episode has brought up anything please reach out to us or below is the link for life line. We care and we are here.https://www.lifeline.org.au/Music: Pity Lips
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Ep75: The Waco Siege, feat Nick Shadeggs
Oldmate and Josh are back for an electrifying deep dive into one of the most shocking and explosive moments in modern American history: the Waco Siege. From the mysterious origins of the Branch Davidians to the intense 51-day stand that culminated in fire and fierce controversy, this episode strips away myths, media spin, and hindsight bias. Joined by Nick Shadeggs, we unravel how ideology, authority, fear, and flawed decisions collided with catastrophic results. Together, we uncover what went wrong, the lessons ignored, and why Waco continues to resonate today in debates about government power, belief systems, and accountability.Follow @nickschadegg for more.
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Ep74: The Bondi Shooting, feat Nick Shadeggs
Merry Christmas, everyone! Stay safe and steer clear of Bondi Beach. What an intense way to cap off a strange year—16 lives lost and 44 hospitalized. Why did this happen? Who was behind it? What was their motivation? It's been three decades since Australia experienced a tragedy of this scale—what’s next? Find out more this week with special guest Nick Shouteggs. Follow @nickschadegg for more.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep73: Alcoholic Oldmate
Today Oldmate opens up about his long, blurry relationship with booze — from harmless wine in can’s to habits that hit harder than his jokes. Honest, funny, and a bit confronting.
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Ep72: Flat Earth
The boys examine the 'Flat Earth' conspiracy theory, debating its validity and origins. Are we merely skimming across a supposedly flat, unmoving surface of the Earth like a boat on a calm pond, or are we hurtling through the vast expanse of space, chasing the sun in an endless cosmic journey? This is a particularly intriguing topic that sparks curiosity and imagination.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep71: Von Einem and the Family Murders
With the news that Bevan Spencer Von Einem is dying in a prison hospital very soon… Oldmate and Josh this week dive into one of Australia’s most disturbing criminal legacies — the story of Bevan Spencer von Einem and the web of suspicion known as the Family Murders. We trace the disappearance, torture, and tragic deaths of young men in Adelaide during the 1970s and ’80s, and unpack how one man was convicted while a shadowy network allegedly operated in the background. With new developments, failing health, and unanswered questions still haunting investigators, the boys revisit the victims, the evidence, and the dark myths surrounding this case. A confronting but essential look at a crime that continues to echo through South Australia’s history.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep70: Jim Jones and The Peoples Temple
Enigmatic reverend Jim Jones once sold a vision of hope, equality, and good vibes—only to lead his followers into a jungle “paradise” that descended into chaos. In this episode, we explore how the Jonestown saga shifted from a feel-good story to a stark warning: "Mate, you absolutely cannot."Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep69: Jeremy Renner
This week we’re having a yarn about Jeremy Renner — you know, the bloke from The Hurt Locker, The Town, and Marvel’s resident bow-and-arrow tradie, Hawkeye. Turns out all those action scenes were nothing compared to the time he got absolutely steamrolled by his own snowplow in 2023, like a pelican trying to fight a Hilux. We’re driving into how he got flattened, rebuilt, and still managed to stroll back onto Mayor of Kingstown like it was just another Monday.
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Ep68: Japanese Unit 731 feat: Jack Vaul
Jack Vaul’s back, and this one’s cooked. We’re talking Unit 731 — Japan’s so-called “research lab” that was really a house of horrible, human experiments. Strap in and try not to lose a limb, this story’s darker than dark face.
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Ep67: Jack Vaul and the Paranormal
Jack Vaul is back, talking Wendigo's and his new album with Silenco. Halloween Specials time. Jack Vaul socials… Spotify: https://rb.gy/2y833jInstagram: https://rb.gy/u55fplFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaulvaulvaul:Website: https://jackvaul.com/ Music: Pity Lips
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Ep66: Universe 25, a Mouse Utopia
This week, the boys peek into a mouse metropolis built to be heaven — a utopia where rascally rodents have endless food, perfect shelter, zero predators, and a few white-coated scientists watching their every twitch. Will happiness follow, or is paradise the first stop on the road to chaos? Join us, if you’d like to picture mice for one, whole, deeply unsettling hour.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep65: Alex Jones, Church of Conspiracy
This week we look at conspiracy theorist and professional ranter, Alex Jones.
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Ep64: Mushroom Lady, the Erin Patterson story.
We are in small town Victoria, Leongatha, looking at Australia’s Miss Mushroom , Erin Patterson. We talk beef-unwellingtons with no mealtime motives. But is the case as cut and dehydrated as it looks? Join us for this truely fine crime.
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Ep63: Henry Wilson and U.F.O.'s
Adelaide comic Henry Wilson beams in to unpack his obsession with flying things, aliens, and Bob Lazar. Could the Mall Balls be ancient alien tech? Are the pigeons spying on us? Probably! Strap in for a bizarre ride through the galaxy of Henry’s mind.Music: Pity Lips
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Ep62: The Catcher in the Rye
Oldmate and Josh, sporting tinfoil hats, are ready for some serious paranoia! "The Catcher in the Rye"—who here has actually read this mysterious classic? Where did you get your copy? The wild conspiracy theories surrounding this book are mind-blowing. Let’s embrace the chaos and get utterly weird this week!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep61: Harry S. Truman
The boys kick off their ‘We Didn’t Start the Fire’ tour with a bang, starting with former U.S. President Harry S. Truman. The only man to ever drop an atomic bomb in anger. A Cold War warrior and a bold talker, but was he really a Truman, or was he just a Liar-LadyMusic by: Pity Lips
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Ep60: Crypto
This week, the boys mess with the fabric of the financial universe: CRYPTO. What is this wizard sleeve money? Who made it? Can you buy a Lambo—or just a second-hand wok on Craigslist? We’re decoding the blockchain babble, tossing around buzzwords we barely understand, and yes—launching our very owncryptocurrency. Is it a revolution or just digital Monopoly money? Either way, strap in, stack your hats, and learn a bling or two.Music: Pity Lips
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Ep59: Father's Day Special feat. Father Caleb
Happy Father’s Day! This week, oldmate and Josh are excited to celebrate with you, and we have a special guest—Caleb! Together, we’ll dive into the origins of Father’s Day. Ever wondered where it all began and who was behind this heartwarming tradition? Join us as we uncover the story and maybe even discover some surprising facts along the way. And guess what? Caleb has not one, but five fathers! Tune in for a fun and insightful conversation!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep58: Lori and “The Chad” Deybell
In this unhinged comedy deep-dive, Oldmate and Josh team up with true crime superfan Debs to unravel the twisted tale of Chad and Lori Daybell—because nothing says “date night” like doomsday prophecies and backyard graves. Debs brings the receipts, the red flags, and the righteous fury, while the boys bring questionable accents and a disturbing amount of cult-themed banter. Expect dramatic reenactments, conspiracy bingo, and a theory about Chad’s publishing career that’ll make you rethink your bookshelf. It’s part roast, part group therapy, and all chaos.Cults, crime, and comedy collide—with Debs keeping the boys (mostly) on track.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep57: The Bombing of Darwin
Join Old Mate and Josh as they explore the Bombing of Darwin. On February 19, 1942, a significant day in Australian history, the Japanese air force bombed the city of Darwin. This attack marked one of the darkest moments of World War II. They will cover the events leading up to the attack, the destruction it caused, and its lasting impact on the city and its people. You will hear about the bravery of the servicemen and women who defended Darwin and the resilience of civilians who rebuilt their lives. The lads will take you on an engaging journey through this important part of Australia's history.
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Ep56: How about your wellbeing?
How have you been holding up lately? Join Oldmate and Josh as they dive deep into the intriguing world of “wellbeing.” What does it really mean, and can it actually help us navigate this high-stress, dystopian capitalist maze we call daily life? Having both faced burnout ourselves, we strongly believe it can make a difference. So, what have you done lately to nurture your own wellbeing? Let’s explore together!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep55: Death and Ozzy
This week, Old Mate and Josh dive deep into a tribute for the legendary Prince of Darkness, Ozzy Osbourne. Despite his recent passing—something we all anticipated—it's hard to believe he’s really gone. Death is a curious thing, isn’t it? It prompts us to reflect on our beliefs and feelings surrounding it. So, buckle up and join us for an eye-opening journey as we unpack the mysteries of death and the legacy of one of rock's greatest icons!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep54: Pink Floyd
Get ready for a trip down the rabbit hole with Old Mate and Josh as they dive into the psychedelic world of Pink Floyd! From 'Dark Side of the Moon' to 'The Wall', the lads discuss the iconic band's most beloved tracks, albums, and moments. Tune in for some serious Floyd fan enthusiasm and plenty of laughs!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep53: Will AI take our jobs with Tech Bro Ben
Oldmate and Josh sit down with Tech Bro Ben, a former Silicon Valley programmer, to dive into the current state of the world and the fascinating landscape of AI. As anxiety grows around the potential of AI taking jobs, they explore whether these fears are valid or simply fears for fear's sake. In a world where fear can sell, they ask: should we resist this new wave of technology, or should we embrace it with open arms? Join them as Tech Bro Ben navigates the thrilling pros, the daunting cons, and the exciting possibilities of the Golden Age of AI!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep52: Louis the XIV
This week, Oldmate and Josh dive deep into the fascinating life of Louis XIV, known as the Sun King of France. If you’re not already familiar with this extraordinary figure, prepare to be captivated by his larger-than-life persona. Louis XIV was a monarch whose immense power and obsessive pursuit of wealth defined an era. He transformed not only the royal court but also the very fabric of French society, setting a lavish standard of living that still astonishes today. Get ready to explore the opulence, ambition, and drama that surrounded his reign!Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep51: Daniel Radcliffe
This week, Oldmate and Josh embark on an exciting journey to explore the fascinating world of none other than Daniel Radcliffe—the man, the myth, the legend! Forget about Elijah Wood; we’re diving into the life and career of the Harry Potter star. Surprisingly, Oldmate has never picked up a single book or watched any of the movies, but that’s not stopping us from celebrating the sheer absurdity and wonder of Radcliffe’s incredible career path. Buckle up, because Daniel Radcliffe has become our ultimate spirit animal!Oldmate and Josh, The podcast.Music by: Pity Lips
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Ep50: Nick and Jack.
We are thrilled to have our favorite guests, Nick and Jack, joining us to celebrate a fantastic milestone—our 50th episode! 🎉 A huge thank you to all of you for your incredible support and wonderful reviews. Keep those coming! Exciting news: we're rebranding to "Oldmate and Josh" for our podcast! This change will make it even easier for you to find and share us with your friends. Plus, when you search for "Oldmate and Josh podcast" on Google, we pop right up! So let everyone know to tune in and join the celebration! Cheers to many more episodes together!Music by: Pity LipsFollow @nickschadegg for more.Jack Vaul socials… Spotify: https://rb.gy/2y833jInstagram: https://rb.gy/u55fplFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaulvaulvaul:Website: https://jackvaul.com/
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Ep49: Lucid Dreaming
This week, Oldmate and Josh take a fascinating plunge into the world of lucid dreaming! It turns out that tapping into this extraordinary skill is trickier than it appears. While Josh seems to have a knack for it, Oldmate is still grappling with the concept. For those who aren't familiar, lucid dreaming is the magical ability to become aware of your dreams while you’re still asleep, allowing you to unleash your imagination—just like in the movie *Inception*! Ever dreamt of soaring through the sky? Craving the thrill of being a billionaire? Or maybe you've always wanted to experience life from a cat's perspective? Lucid dreaming can make all those fantasies come true! So, are you ready to check your reality and explore the dreamscape? Let’s dive in!We're just one episode away from hitting the amazing milestone of 50! A huge thank you to all our loyal listeners who have been with us from the start, and a warm welcome to all the newcomers! We couldn't have done it without you! Let's celebrate this journey together! Music by: Pity Lips
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Unfiltered conversations for chaotic times.Welcome to Oldmate and Josh, the Podcast — an Australian comedy podcast built on funny and unfiltered conversations, open minds, strange questions, and the kind of banter that politely shoves normal conversation off a cliff.Hosted by two Adelaide lads with more curiosity than filters, Oldmate and Josh dive headfirst into true crime, weird history, philosophy, science, sport, politics, pop culture, paranormal stories, religion, relationships, self-help, comedy, culture, conspiracies, and uncomfortable truths.Part funny conversational podcast, part unfiltered comedy podcast, part organized chaos podcast, this is a show for people who like their discussions honest, curious, ridiculous, and occasionally unhinged. One week it might be a serial killer, cult, Cold War disaster, ghost story, political scandal, or strange piece of history. The next it might be masculinity, mental health, belief, love, sport, personal growth, society, or why everythi
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