Episodes
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105. The Bitter End with Peter Psomadelis
For this final episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Peter Psomadelis returns with some explosive accusations and theories regarding his personal life, family and upbringing as well as laying down some highly justified dissatisfaction with the state of politics in the once great state of Victoria.Be...
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104. The Pod-Life with Maloney 3k
Chris Maloney is the host and producer of one of Melbourne‘s best and realest podcasts, The 3000 podcast where he gives an opportunity for Melbournians, from subcultures to the hip-hop scene and from all walks of life to share their stories.In this second last ever episode of the Luis Diaz…
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106. A Hypnotic Christmas Special with Reg Blackwood
Reg Blackwood is a Hypnotist, Hypnotherapist and Entertainer originally from the small town of New Invention England and now based in Melbourne Australia.In this last ever recorded episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Reg joins me to chat about his journey into the world of Hypnosis and we weave in…
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103. A 'Free-The-Nip' Christmas Special with Kiara Ariza
Kiara Ariza is a Comedian and Performer from Melbourne Australia. Join us for this special Christmas episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast where we unpack Kiara's first year in comedy, we talk freeing nipples, exchange gifts, cover social and political commentary and look ahead to 2026.New here?Don't...
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102. Commitment Issues with Leonardo Castro
Leonardo Castro is a professional busker who travels the world making beautiful music for people on the streets of some of the worlds most visited cities.After recording an episode almost 3 years ago, Leo is back to catch up on what's changed and what's still the same as we both navigate a life…
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101. Sharing Stories with Alif Kusuma
Alif Kusuma is a great young man of only 18 years from New Zealand and in this episode Alif shares his incredible journey from playing professional football in the Netherlands to hitchhiking in Europe, and now working as an abseiler in Melbourne. We discuss his “dog” mentality, the pain of missed...
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100. Blissing Out with Nick Sun
Nick Sun is a comedian and plant medicine practitioner based (I don’t know where). In this blissful, cacao consuming episode, we bring you the 100th episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, with more laughs and more controversy than ever. I owe two groups of people a special mention. Firstly to my very…
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68. Second Time's the Charm with Alex Main
Alex Main is a comedian, comedy room runner and all-round good bloke, and in this belated episode 68 I’m glad to have Alex back in the chair to recap his recent adventures at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Alex is all about good vibes and a great storyteller. Join me and this man of travel,...
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99. Dan's Loose Stories with Dan Brader
Dan Brader is a local comedian, room runner and all around good-bloke. In this episode, I welcome Dan back so I can personally thank him for all the introductions he made during the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival, shoot the sh*t and catch some more of Dan’s Loose Stories. Highlights...
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97. A History of Useless Information with Haroon Hilmy
Get ready to feel smart and hungry, folks! For our massive 97th episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, where I sit down with the multi-talented comedian, fellow truth-seeker and Accountant? Haroon Hilmy! This chat is an absolute blast of history, hard-hitting facts, and laugh-out-loud commentary.…
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98. The Future of Coffee & Life with Kirk Pearson
Welcome to a special episode number 98 with my friendly neighbourhood coffee guy and host of ‘The Coffee Show’ podcast, Kirk Pearson. Join us from Melbourne’s Hosier Lane as Kirk and I dive deeper into the world of coffee, covering Melbourne coffee culture and the future of the coffee industry as...
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96. Introspection with Sharam Namdarian
Sharam Namdarian is a comedian and former life and relationship coach based in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Sharam takes us on a wild journey through the contextualised inner workings of his mind. Awakened by meditation, Sharam offers beautifully complex perspectives that does no just…
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95. Shining Light on Melbourne's Streets - Urban TJ
TJ is a Melbourne-based YouTuber and content creator whose YouTube channel TJ is all about capturing “Melbourne like you’ve never seen it — raw, loud, and straight from the streets.” Subscribe for free to receive new posts. With roots that run deep and diverse, TJ was born in Vietnam. He arrived…
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94. Real Talk, Cigars & Lessons on Sacrifice with Martin 'Labzy' Labbad
Labzy is a fellow content creator based here in Melbourne, Australia and is the mind behind “Real Talk with Labsy,”. In this episode #94, Labzy brings the real talk, the laughs, and even a celebratory cigar to our little laneway studio in Melbourne! Labzy is a man who embodies the journey of...
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93. Jess Miller - Self Expression
Jess Miller is a DJ, Coach, Mentor and founder of the Sacred Raving App where Jess encourages party lovers to maximise their self-expression while relying less on substances. Please subscribe to The Lui Diaz Podcast! In this episode Jess and I chat about her journey into raving and cover: * The...
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92. Mading Jock - Feeling Right At Home
Mading Jock is a Melbourne-based comedian, host and now the lead in a mocumentary titled ‘Deng The Gym Junkie’. Mading joins me in Hosier Lane for Episode 92 where we basically sit down and laugh for 90 minutes straight as we:\ * Talk about Mading’s background * Chatter with some of the local...
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91. Cheryl Saw - Candid Conversations On Living Life Intentionally
Cheryl Saw is a Sydney based professional a new founder of Candid Convos, a networking event with no agenda other than to be a space for people to just be. This August I was lucky enough to attend the first Melbourne CC event and invited Cheryl to sit with me in Hosier Lane for us to have a…
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90. Jason T Smith - Living with Conviction
Jason T Smith is a A leadership expert passionate about inspiring others to live with conviction. He’s the Founder of Back in Motion Health Group & SOS Health Foundation and in 2013 was named Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year. At his core Jason is a man of “multiplied”, or better termed...
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89. Mark Pelley - The Snake Hunter
Mark Pelley aka The Snake Hunter is hands down one of the most remarkable men I’ve ever met, with an incredible story and an impressive knack for telling a story. All that before we even get to the fact that he catches venomous snakes for a living. This episode is about so much more than just...
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88. Annamaria Stella - Having Faith
Annamaria Stella is a friend with a career in Realestate and was recognised as Sales Agent of the year for Melbourne 2025. In this episode, we break into an epic D&M, reveal some inner struggles and share where we find our strength to keep going through tough times. This isn’t just another…
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87. Roslyn Foo - Food, Stories & Stroll-Stopping Content
Roslyn Foo is a Malaysian-born, Melbourne-based Marketing Mentor, Strategist and Lecturer at RMIT University. Subscribe for more! After previously spotting me recording in Hosier Lane, Roslyn was kind enough to join me for some podcasting fun and and few laughs as we unpack some stories and…
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86. Keskiyo Porritt - Food, Seduction & Absolutely Everything
Keskiyo is a singer and busker who shares her musical talents on the streets of Melbourne. After being recommended by a friend of the podcast, the warm-hearted, fellow Nando’s lover joins me in Hosier Lane for episode 86. Thanks for watching The Lui Diaz Podcast! Watch this bubbly 20-year-old and…
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85. Lenin De La Cruz - Deep Conversations On The Rhythms of Life
Lenin De La Cruz is a Mexican Boxing Instructor, Mariachi Singer and all round good guy based here in Melbourne, Australia. For this epic 2-hour sit down, Lenin brought us incredible, traditional rancher hats for us to rock the cowboy/rancher vibe as we go deep into our personal motivations and…
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83. Joel Temperly - Donuts, Cops & Controversy
In Episode 83 of The Lui Diaz Podcast, I get comedian Joel Temperly back for a second time to deliver a lively mix of banter and insights from his recent solo show at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Have a crack at The Lui Diaz Podcast! Key Themes: Comedy, urban life, cultural...
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82. Kiara Ariza - Kill'em With Comedy
In episode 82 ‘Kill’em With Comedy’ Kiara Ariza joins The Lui Diaz Podcast for a good chat where we unpack what it is to be a young female performer in the male dominated art form of standup comedy and much more. In an episode where I go into an uncontrollable tailspin of nostalgic banter, Kiara...
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81. Johnno Smallman - Candid Confessions & Night-sabres
Johnno Smallman is a creative event host based in Melbourne, Australia and he joins me from Hosier Lane in Melbourne’s CBD to have a very candid chat for what is Episode 81 of The Lui Diaz Podcast. Thanks for subscribing to The Lui Diaz Podcast! Key Themes: Creative expression, personal growth,...
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80. Rob Hourigan - Wild Australia & Standup Comedy
Rob Hourigan is an Irish comedian currently based in Melbourne, Australia and kind enough to join me for Episode 80 of what might be the most Melbourne way to record a podcast. Please subscribe to The Lui Diaz Podcast! It might be hard to believe, but this self-described once ‘quiet kid’ left his...
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79. Aisling Smith - Embracing Neurodiversity & Breaking Barriers
Aisling Smith is an Irish neurodiversity coach and speaker based in Melbourne, Australia. In this episode, Ash shares her journey from rural Ireland to becoming a leading advocate for neurodivergent individuals, driven by her and her son’s autism diagnoses. Please subscribe xo The conversation...
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78. Chris Franklin - Beyond Bloke: A Life of laughs, Love and Luck
Chris Franklin is an Australian comedy legend behind the platinum-selling parody Bloke. Please subscribe to The Lui Diaz Podcast! In Episode 78 of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with Australian comedy legend Chris Franklin. Known for his platinum-selling parody single Bloke, Franklin shares...
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77. Darcy - Unscripted Truths: A Conversation on Integrity and Healing
Darcy is a resilient, introspective individual from Townsville, Queensland, now in Melbourne, shaped by a challenging upbringing involving family breakdowns, foster care, and substance struggles. A former athlete and boxer, he values integrity, hard work, and authenticity, seeking purpose through...
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76. Shayne Hunter - Hecklers, History & Hate-Languages
Shayne Hunter is a dynamic comedian and storyteller, known for his true crime walking tours and insightful comedy shows. He’s deeply interested in psychology, trauma, communication, and societal narratives, using humour to explore personal growth and critique modern culture. Please subscribe xo...
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75. Emo Majok - Hustle and Heart, From Sudan to Stand-Up
In Episode 75 of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui chats to comedian Emo Majok in Melbourne’s Hosier Lane, during the 2025 Melbourne International Comedy Festival. If you love the vibe, please subscribe Emo shares his journey from fleeing war-torn South Sudan to becoming a full-time comedian in…
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74. Jemma Bayley - The Renaissance Of Politeness & Gratitude
In Episode 74 of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui welcomes Brisbane-based comedian and illustrator Jemma Bayley for a lively, hilarious, and heartfelt conversation that zigzags from dark comedy to childhood nostalgia, nudist tendencies, and the art of stand-up. Please Subscribe xo This episode captures...
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73. Adem Ulutas - Comedy, Cults and All-Out Chaos
In Episode 73, recorded in a bustling Melbourne laneway, Lui chats with comedian Adem Ulutas for a conversation that’s as eclectic as the city itself. Thanks for Subscribing x The episode kicks off with a nod to the vibrant, gritty charm of Melbourne’s laneways, setting the stage for a chat that...
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84. Can This AI Save Humanity? Lui Talks With AI Developer Andrew Lizzo
In this special episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with software developer Andrew Lizzo to unpack his ambitious and slightly terrifying quest to build a conscious AI called Paloma. Andrew, a former enterprise architect turned purpose-driven innovator, shares how his concern about AI’s...
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72. Dan Boerman - Fitted Sheets & F**k-You Gigs
Dan Boerman is a New Zealand comedian based in Edinburgh and he recently visited Melbourne to perform at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. Thanks for subscribing to The Lui Diaz Podcast! In this wild, tangent-filled ride in Episode 72 of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with Kiwi...
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71. Lars Callieou - The Rain Man Of Comedy
Lars Callieou is a Canadian professional comedian with a genuine stoke for life and an infectious enthusiasm and genuine passion for comedy! Thanks for subscribing to The Lui Diaz Podcast! In this episode, Lui sits down with Lars for a lively conversation that captures Lars’ infectious enthusiasm...
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70. Matt O'Neill - Baring It All: Matt O'Neill's Dark Comedy Diaries
Matt O’Neill is a Melbourne-based comedian, graphic designer and with a healthy sense of scepticism and beautifully dark sense of humour. Thanks for experiencing The Lui Diaz Podcast! Please Subscribe xo In the milestone 70th episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with Matt for a lively...
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69. Tom Stanimeros - From Melbourne to Manchester: Tom’s 'Bon Voyage'
In this episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast, Lui sits down with British-Australian comedian Tom Stanimeros for a second time (their first chat was in Episode 48). Please Subscribe xo This episode, aptly numbered 69, serves as Tom's "bon voyage" as he prepares to leave Australia after two and a half...
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67. Massimo Corrente Part 2 - Spiritual Tangents With The Modern-Day Muzza
Massimo Corrente is an entertainer, internet personality, content creator and proud young Italian man from Melbourne Australia. Please Subscribe In the second and final part of this vibrant two-part episode, Lui sits down with the effervescent Massimo Corrente, a 22-year-old Italian-Australian...
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67. Massimo Corrente Part 1 - Buongiorno's, Biscotti's & Bringing Back Traditions
Massimo Corrente is an entertainer, internet personality, content creator and proud young Italian man from Melbourne Australia. Subscribe This lively conversation dives into Massimo’s journey as a social media personality, his deep connection to Italian culture, and his mission to revive fading...
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66. Jarryd Goundrey Part 2 - Theories Of Evolution: From Early Man To Stand-up Comedian
Jarryd Goundrey is a former Australian Army Infantryman (guy that blows sh!t up), chef and is now living the dream as a road-tripping standup comedian. Please subscribe to The Lui Diaz Podcast! In the electrifying conclusion of this two-part episode, Lui continues his chat with Aussie Army…
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66. Jarryd Goundrey Part 1 - Goon Bags & Battle Boners: Lessons From A Life Of Chance & Hustle
Jarryd Goundrey is a former Australian Army infantryman (guy that blows sh!t up), chef and is now living the dream as a road-tripping standup comedian. Subscribe :) Buckle up for a wild ride down Melbourne’s Hosier Lane as Lui kicks off Episode 66, Part 1 of a two-part extravaganza with Aussie…
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65. Peter Psomadelis Part 2 - On Grief, Graffiti and Being There
Peter Psomadelis is a Melbourne legend who’s lived a very colourful life and is full of stories and wisdom. This is Lui’s second chat with the one-and-only, straight from the graffiti-splattered heart of Hosier Lane. Peter’s back, and he’s bringing the unfiltered, larger-than-life energy that…
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65. Peter Psomadelis Part 1 - Hearts, Guns, and Cheesecake
Peter Psomadelis is a Melbourne legend who’s lived a very colourful life and is full of stories and wisdom. This is Lui’s second chat with the one-and-only, straight from the graffiti-splattered heart of Hosier Lane. Buckle up, because this convo is a rollercoaster of unhinged chaos, deep…
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64. Tim Liew Part 2 - Unhinged in Hosier Lane: Lui and Tim Unleash - EXPLICIT
WARNING: Strap in, this episode of The Lui Diaz Podcast is a wild, unfiltered ride packed with coarse language, controversial hot takes, and some seriously unhinged banter. If you’re under 18 or get your feelings hurt by raw, real talk about life, COVID, fights, and everything in between, turn…
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64. Tim Liew Part 1 - Satay Sticks & Nihilism - EXPLICIT
WARNING: This episode is a verbal sh*tstorm packed with coarse language, unfiltered rants, and controversial themes. If there are kids present or you’re easily offended or can’t handle two blokes going full unhinged about life, society, and dick jokes, this ep probs ain’t for you. For the rest of...
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63. Michael Cristiano Part 2 - Paninis, Perseverance, and Profound Moments
Michael Cristiano is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer, best know for his work with Legendary Australian group The Seekers and now coming out from behind the scenes to launch his debut solo album Mai Finirà. Please subscribe :))) In the final installment of this...
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63. Michael Cristiano Part 1 - Unmasking the Maestro
Michael Cristiano is a singer-songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer, best know for his work with Legendary Australian group The Seekers and now coming out from behind the scenes to lauch his debut solo album Mia Finira. Please subscribe to The Lui Diaz Podcast! Join Lui for an...
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62. Kristi Russell Part 3 - Fear of Success & Small Batch Living
It’s time to crank up the fun and dive into The Lui Diaz Podcast Episode 62, Part 3—the grand finale of this three-part extravaganza with the one and only leadership coach Kristi Russell. Picture Hosier Lane buzzing with cheesecake vibes, deep chats, and a sprinkle of chaos—let’s recap Parts 1…
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