The Justin Hamilton Podcast
by Justin Hamilton
Comedian Justin Hamilton has given his podcast a new coat of paint for season 9 with brand new segments and a regular rotating list of guests including Wil Anderson, Dave Anthony, Alexei Toliopoulos, and more as they discuss what is happening in the arts, culture, and politics in 2026. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram For exclusive eps and chats, join the podcast’s Patreon HERE, and check out Hammo’s Substack HERE Love the show? The easiest way to support is by following on Apple or Spot
Episodes
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Hammo's Favourite TV Characters
Hammo's riding solo again, this time sharing some of his favourite TV characters going back to the mid 80s all the way through to the late 2010s. Who makes the list? What trait do they seem to share? Can Hammo stop saying, "It blew me away"? I promise you he does at a certain point. If you love…
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Rebooting James Bond with the Fabulous Adam Richard.
With a new James Bond on the horizon, Hammo called in Bond fan the fabulous Adam Richard to try to find creative ways to reboot the franchise for a modern audience. The episode they recorded about Doctor Who was so popular that figured they may as well try their hand at another British icon. For…
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The Lowdown and a Lowdown with Hammo
It's time for some one-on-one time with Hammo as he implores you to watch the series The Lowdown, what we can learn from Lee Raybon, and why he's grateful that you listen to this podcast.
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Fixing Doctor Who part 2 with Rove McManus
Rove McManus joins Hammo for part 2 of this accidental mini-series where they try to fix Doctor Who. You can hear part 1 with the Fabulous Adam Richard from a few weeks ago. As long time fans of stories with a lot of continuity, Rove and Hammo dig into what they think works for the character, how...
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Alexei Toliopoulos - Digger, Resident Evil, Coyote vs ACME, Bitter Christimas
Everyone's favourite cinephile Alexei Toliopoulos joins Hammo to discuss Tom Cruise's new film Digger, Zach Cregger's Resident Evil, the resurrected Coyote vs ACME and the latest Pedro Almodovar film Bitter Christmas. To gain access to this podcast without adverts as well as bonus episodes, free...
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Dave Anthony - Rollerball Was Right!
The Dollop's Dave Anthony returns to discuss the war in the Middle East, the War in the Europe, the War in America, the War in everywhere. Yes! All that and the fact the 70s film Rollerball told us all of this was coming but we were too busy not paying attention. Do you want to see someone…
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October Book Club with author Garth Jones
Author Garth Jones returns to discuss all things books including Claire Sullivan's new novel Criminally Bad, Richard Cooke's The Last Best Place on the Internet, and AW Hammond's Penitent. Hammo listened to his first audio book, Al Pacino's Sonny Boy, and they also discuss graphic novels…
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Fixing Doctor Who with the Fabulous Adam Richard
The fabulous Adam Richard has joined me to discuss the current Doctor Who situation. What didn't work in this latest incarnation, what did work, and some options on what they could do moving forward. We're opening up the mailbag on this one too. Write to me at [email protected] and...
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Author AW Hammond - Penitent
Author AW Hammond returns to the podcast to discuss his new novel Penitent. This is a spoiler free discussion so you can listen before reading the book. This is a detective story with a twist, and a real page turner. Please look for it at your local bookstore, or get online to see your best…
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Lanterns - ep 8 - Dirt and Stars
HBO Max series Lanterns has finished with episode 8 and cult author Garth Jones joins Hammo to break down the finale. Who murdered Hal Jordan? Why did they commit murder? What does Sinestro have to do with all of this? What will John Stewart choose to do? Who's going to look after Earl? So many...
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Slow Horses s6, Gnomes, HBO's War and more TV talk with Steve Molk
TV guru Steve Molk is back to discuss with Hammo the latest season of Slow Horses, the new Stan series Gnomes starring Tegan Higginbotham (there's others but we're putting Tegan up the top), the new HBO series War and more. For as little as $5 a month you can support this podcast and the work…
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Tegan Higginbotham - Gnomes and Opening Night
Comedian Tegan Higginbotham returns in time to discuss her new TV show Gnomes appearing on Stan TV, and her solo show Follow That Turtle that's about to debut at the Melbourne Fringe. Tegan discusses the ups and downs of television, the moment when all you can do with a new show is finally…
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Lanterns - ep 7 - The Jordan Boy's Legacy
Author Garth Jones returns to discuss Lanterns episode 7 as John and Hallogram go deeper into the mystery of how murdered Hal Jordan. A new planet to search, backstory uncovered, and why a poncho could come in handy. For as little as $5 a month you can support this podcast and in turn receive…
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Dave Anthony - Leave Sport Alone.
Comedian Dave Anthony returns to discuss how multi-billionaires and corrupt institutions do their best to ruin sport. Oh yeah, and technology. Not sneakers, they definitely made sport better but just about everything else. You probably didn't expect Dave and Hammo to talk sport but don't worry,...
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Love is in the Air with Romance Author Sarah Bennett
Author Sarah Bennett returns to the podcast to discuss her latest romantic novel, how a planned trilogy blew out into a fourth book, how to juggle the reader's expectations while keeping stories fresh and much more. If you've never connected with this genre before, Sarah is a great talker and…
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Lanterns - ep 6 - Bad Optics
We're moving closer to the end with Lanterns episode 6 and author Garth Jones is here to help break it down. We return to 2026 to discover what happened just before Hal was murdered, what happens afterwards, and we're gifted a visit from the Green Lantern himself, Guy Gardner. For as little as $5…
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Se7en with authors AW Hammond and Garth Jones
Author AW Hammond returns to the podcast just before his latest novel Penitent is released to discuss one of his favourite movies Se7en starring Brad Pitt, Morgan Freeman, Gwyneth Paltrow and THAT guy. Hammo has also brought along Garth Jones to chat about this film, their first encounters, the...
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Quiz 7: I Should Know That with Brydon Coverdale
The Chase Australia's Brydon "the Shark" Coverdale is back with a brand new quiz to test your knowledge and inspire Hammo to exclaim "Goddamn!" when he misses an answer he should really get. For ad-free versions of this podcast, head to patreon.com/JustinHamilton
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Lanterns - ep 5 - Lights Out plus Bonus Emmy Awards talk with Steve Molk
It's a double sized episode with Hammo joined by two different guests. First up author Garth Jones returns to discuss episode 5 of Lanterns where certain mysteries are wrapped up, storylines are brought to a close, and we're set up to return to the present day to solve the mystery of who murdered...
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Wil Anderson - Sonia Data (You Don't Treat My Future No Good No More)
Time for a brand new 8am Catch-Up with Wil Anderson. In today's episode they discuss the phenomenon of Sonia Dada in Australia, the trend of people wanting you to watch the TV shows they've seen but not discuss them, what Hammo learned from his latest viewing of The Odyssey, and the lost episode…
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September Music Round-up with Nick Kennedy
It's time for a big music catch-up with musician Nick Kennedy. He joins Hammo to discuss a wide range of albums, some concerts they've experienced, and the anxiety of buying tickets to big shows in the wake of the latest Radiohead announcement. To find a list of all the albums discussed head to...
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Lanterns - ep 4 - The Weenie
The new HBO Max series Lanterns hits the midpoint with episode 4 entitled The Weenie. Join Hammo and author Garth Jones as they delve into the relationship between Hal and John, those who are manipulating them behind the scenes, who the Manhunter really is, and what might happen next. Fingers...
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Ted Lasso s4 ep4, Silo s3, The Shield, Last Seen and more TV with Steve Molk
TV guru Steve Molk returns to discuss Ted Lasso season 4 and Hammo's issues with this newest batch of episodes. Then they pivot into some Lanterns talk, Silo season 3, Molk's rewatch of The Shield, Apple TV's Last Seen, High Country and Apocalypse. It's all TV for this episode! Questions or topic...
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Johnny Loves Mary Forever 1994 - Live Show
This live show was originally recorded at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival in 2013. There's a backstory for why Hammo is looking back on this particular show which he shares with you in the podcast. After spending a lot of time looking at other people's work, it was only fair that…
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Lanterns - ep 3 - Outkast
Author Garth Jones joins Hammo to discuss episode 3 of HBO Max's newest sensation Lanterns. In today's episode we discover the origin of John Stewart and it is unlike most other superheroes' motivation for fighting crime and saving the universe. If you'd like to support the work Hammo and his...
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The End of Oak Street with Adam Richard
Originally this was a Patreon only episode but Hammo is keen for you to have a fun time at the cinema, so here's his chat with the Fabulous Adam Richard about The End of Oak Street. There's a lot going on in this movie, and worthy of discussion. If you'd like to support this podcast you can sign…
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August Reads with Garth Jones
Cult author Garth Jones returns for another podcast full of book recommendations for you. In this episode Hammo and Garth discuss the 40-year-anniversary of Watchmen before launching into chats about the following novels: Jordan Prosser - Blue Giant Vikki Petraitis - The Reckoning Annakeara…
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Lanterns - ep 2 - Trust Fall
Hammo is back to go one-on-one with you discussing episode 2 of HBO Max's Lanterns, "Trust Fall". Something weird is going on in the town, there are aliens everywhere, and more people seem to know what's going on than they're letting on about. Also, why can't John Stewart fly but he can manifest…
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Dave Anthony - Let's Form a Committee
Dave Anthony is back to discuss with Hammo their new favourite Spider-man, why you shouldn't invest too much emotional weight into your favourite sportspeople, why the 80s held a sliver of hope for the future, and why should never trust a billionaire. Oh, and Dave ruins something else for Hammo....
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Jules Sheldon - Music. Melbourne. Mastery.
Jules Sheldon is a singer/songwriter living in Melbourne and one of the unique voices in the music scene. On this latest episode he joins Hammo to discuss his career, the challenges of the modern music scene, and the hilarious connection they share. To support this podcast you can sign up for as...
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Lanterns - ep 1 - Pilot
It's time for a new series of one-on-one episodes with Hammo as he takes on HBO Max's Lanterns. Join him over the next seven weeks as he dives into the world of the Green Lanterns in this new series starring Kyle Chandler, Aaron Pierre, Kelly MacDonald and more. Questions or topic ideas for…
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Wil Anderson - 8am Catch-up - Gristle in My Pie
Comedian Wil Anderson is back in Melbourne and joins Hammo for a brand new 8am Catch-up. Food poisoning, the surprising name of Hammo's doctor, Australia's father and step-father being useless, and a whole bunch of other tangents are ready to go in this latest discussion. Questions or topic…
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Ted Lasso s4, Colin from Accounts, Sugar and more TV with Steve Molk
TV guru Steve Molk is back to discuss the new seasons of Ted Lasso, Colin from Accounts, the new HBO series Lanterns, the finale of Sugar and the most slept on television show on the streamers: The Agency. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram For exclusive...
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Spider-man: Brand New Day with Adam Richard
The fabulous Adam Richard returns to the podcast to discuss Spider-man: Brand New Day. What they enjoyed, what they liked, and a couple of parts they pushed back against. One of the better Marvel movies in a long time, hopefully the right lessons are learned from it. If you'd like to support his...
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Tegan Higginbotham - Trial Show By Fire
Comedian, writer, and director Tegan Higgintbotham returns for a brand new edition of Let's Try This Again. Tegan has performed her new show Follow That Turtle, Hammo has watched a video of the performance, and they discuss what she's learned, how well it went down, and what's next. There's also…
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Wil Anderson - 8am Catch Up - Hammo and Willy love Lano and Woodley
Comedian Wil Anderson returns for a new 8am Catch-Up. On today's ep there's a big discussion about what makes Lano and Woodley so great, new ways AI will destroy us, and Wil has seen The Odyssey so he can now discuss the film with Hammo. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or…
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The Stack with Garth Jones - Quaint Folk, They Fall in Love at the End, and Eye of the Needle
Cult author Garth Jones returns with a batch of new books to discuss with Hammo. These novels include Quaint Folk, Bitter Karella, They Fall In Love At The End, Haili Blassingame, Eye of the Needle, Christopher Raja, How To See Like A Machine, Trevor Paglen, and King Sorrow, Joe Hill. Questions…
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Dave Anthony - Just Look at Some Squirrels!
The Dollop's Dave Anthony returns to discuss American politics, Australian politics, the continued madness of famous people, and why we should all just take some time off to go and look at a squirrel. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram For exclusive eps...
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Josh Earl - Music Chat
Comedian and all-round good guy Josh Earl returns to the podcast to discuss all things music with Hammo. What they've been listening to, the bands that they realised were great even when they were being snobs, and who might be Australia's greatest rock 'n roll front man. Questions or topic ideas...
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Wil Anderson - Does the Odyssey Prove Wil is Right?
Wil Anderson hasn't seen The Odyssey yet but the discourse versus the box office might have proven him right about one very important thing. They discuss this before digging into what makes a good mystery TV show, what they're looking for in their art and entertainment, and only make one…
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Why The Odyssey is Christopher Nolan's Most Political Film with Alexei Toliopolous
Hammo and cinephile raconteur Alexei Toliopoulos have seen The Odyssey and have a lot of thoughts to share with each other, and in turn with you. The first half is spoiler free before they dig into what this version of The Odyssey has to say about contemporary life, and why Christopher Nolan had…
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Wil Anderson - Why Politicians Shouldn't Play Marry, Shag, Date.
Wil Anderson returns for his 8am Catch-Up with Hammo as they debate the big mistake Albo made in playing a game he didn't really understand, the rental crisis rears again, what they would do with a massive cold sore, and many other tangents that you'd expect when these two men catch up. Questions...
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July Books and Graphic Novels Suggestions with Garth Jones
Author Garth Jones returns to the podcast to discuss the work of Lauren Williams, Dave Musson, Ed Brubaker with Sean Phillips, and more. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram For exclusive eps and chats, join the podcast’s Patreon HERE, and check out…
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Did Widow's Bay and The Bear Nail Their Finales?
TV aficionado Steve Molk returns to the show to discuss with Hammo the final episode for season 1 of Widow's Bay and the final episode ever of The Bear. Did they nail it, and if so, why? All this plus some bonus TV suggestions at the end of the ep. Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an...
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The Bear season 5 episode 8
It's time for the season and series finale of The Bear. Join Hammo as we discover who's been calling Carmy, who's been stealing the spoons, and which characters land the ending that we all hoped for. Thanks to everyone who joined in this mini-series for the podcast. Also, Hammo forgot to say in…
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The Bear season 5 episode 7
It's the penultimate episode of season 5 for The Bear, and Hammo has the goods. The Star Man arrives, father's prepare for dessert, mother's learn about their sons, mistakes happen but it doesn't matter because we've got you. For bonus podcasts, videos, and more, for as little as $5 a month you…
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The Bear season 5 episode 6: Focaccia
We begin the countdown to The Bear season 5 finale with Hammo breaking down episode 6. The customers have arrived, the tension is building, Sydney is trying to keep the volume down amid tempers rising...it's classic times for the restaurant. This podcast continues Hammo's annual tradition of...
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The Bear season 5 episode 5 - Raspberries
It's the final season of The Bear and Hammo continues his tradition of watching an episode a day and then podcasting about what he's seen, what he's feeling, and where he thinks (Or is that hopes) his favourite chefs will end up. If you'd like to support this podcast, for as little $5 a month you...
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The Bear season 5 episode 4 - Ribs
It's the final season of The Bear and Hammo continues his tradition of watching an episode a day and then recording a podcast about the ups and downs of his favourite chefs. It's time to set sail on the Carmy redemption tour. Lessons are learned, and more importantly, put into play. For an…
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The Bear season 5 episode 3: Mint
It's the final season of The Bear and Hammo continues his tradition of watching an episode a day and recording a podcast about his thoughts on what's happening, where it will go, and when another Fak might make a mess of everything. Let Hammo know your thoughts at [email protected]...
About this show
Comedian Justin Hamilton has given his podcast a new coat of paint for season 9 with brand new segments and a regular rotating list of guests including Wil Anderson, Dave Anthony, Alexei Toliopoulos, and more as they discuss what is happening in the arts, culture, and politics in 2026.
Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram
For exclusive eps and chats, join the podcast’s Patreon HERE, and check out Hammo’s Substack HERE
Love the show? The easiest way to support is by following on Apple or Spot
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Justin Hamilton