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Weird Crap in Australia

The Modern Meltdown

Welcome to "Weird Crap in Australia," a podcast hosted by Holly and Matthew, a husband and wife team with a passion for all things strange and unusual in the land down under.Each episode, Holly, a trained historian, and Matthew, a pop-culture enthusiast, dive into the weird and wacky aspects of Australian history and society. From the colonial era to the present day, they explore topics such as aliens, monsters, ghosts, and true crime, uncovering the stories and legends that have fascinated

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All Episodes

55:09

Episode 185 - The Christmas Day Cyclone (Christmas 2021)

Weird Crap in Australia ·

2021/12/20

While Australians are known for our "eh, screw it" attitude when it comes to dealing with things, sometimes that doesn't turn out for the best. In December 1974, That attitude led to death, destruction, mayhem, and the second rebuilding of Darwin in 35 years. Join Holly and Matthew as they explore the cyclone, the wrong turns (on behalf of cyclone and human alike) and the lessons we should have learned decades ago about complacency for Christmas.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" –

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Episode 184 - The Francis & Eliza (1782-1823)

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2021/12/13

The "Francis & Eliza" departed Cork, Ireland, as part of a convoy of convict ships bound for Australia on December 5, 1814. The ship was under the command of Captain William Harrison, and began its journey under shifting, unsettled Northern Hemisphere winter weather. A month after departing Ireland, on January 4, 1815, the Francis and Eliza was separated from its convoy by a winter storm near Madeira, an autonomous archipelago officially under the control of Portugal. Join Holly and Matthew as they

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54:16

Episode 183 - The Blue Ringed Octopus (BROs)

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2021/12/06

Blue ringed octopi are octopi covered in blue ring markings. You're welcome. Join Holly and Matthew as they examine a creature that has a more dangerous reputation than they deserve, and listen to the reminisce about the before-times (Before the 2019-2020 fire season, and covid, and quarantine, and more covid, and...)Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons license.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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Episode 182 - The Granny Killer Part 2 (1989-1990)

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2021/11/29

In the late 1980s, a man single-handedly led a 14-month reign of terror on the elderly population of Sydney, attacking women in broad daylight with a hammer, stealing their purses and running away. With a clear signature, the Granny Killer sought out elderly women he thought would make an easy mark for a fast robbery - and found a thirst for blood along the way. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the history of the Killer and his many attacks on the people of Sydney.Main Theme music – Kevin

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Episode 181 - The Granny Killer Part 1 (1989-1990)

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2021/11/22

In the late 1980s, a man single-handedly led a 14-month reign of terror on the elderly population of Sydney, attacking women in broad daylight with a hammer, stealing their purses and running away. With a clear signature, the Granny Killer sought out elderly women he thought would make an easy mark for a fast robbery - and found a thirst for blood along the way. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the history of the Killer and his many attacks on the people of Sydney.Main Theme music – Kevin

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Episode 180 - The Bombing of Darwin Part 2 (1942)

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2021/11/15

In 1942, Darwin was a small town with limited civil and military infrastructure. Seeing its location in close proximity to the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia), Portuguese Timor and others, the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force constructed bases near the town in the 1930s and the early years of World War II (1939-1945). In spite of being the Northern Territory’s capital city after the Territory split from South Australia in 1911, Darwin's pre-war permanent non-military population

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Episode 179 - The Bombing of Darwin Part 1 (1942)

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2021/11/08

In 1942, Darwin was a small town with limited civil and military infrastructure. Seeing its location in close proximity to the Dutch East Indies (now Indonesia), Portuguese Timor and others, the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force constructed bases near the town in the 1930s and the early years of World War II (1939-1945). In spite of being the Northern Territory’s capital city after the Territory split from South Australia in 1911, Darwin's pre-war permanent non-military population

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Episode 178 - The Day the Skylab Fell (1979)

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2021/11/01

As of 2021, Skylab is the only space station 100% operated exclusively by the USA - everything else has been at the behest of or in conjunction with another nation, or as part of the ISS mission. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into this historic effort, its achievements, and the reason why it's sometimes called the "Chicken Little Satellite" in Australia.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons license.Become a supporter of this podcast:

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Episode 177 - The Ghosts, Ghouls and Grief of Canberra

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2021/10/25

It's Halloween again! Join Holly and Matthew as they look into 3 stories from Canberra, and their spooky legacies: - The 1940 Canberra Air Disaster - The Ghosts of Duntroon House- The Tuggeranong YowieMain 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.

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Episode 176 - The Aussie Arachnids

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2021/10/18

Australia is famous for a few things, most of which will kill you: Sun, Surf, Snakes, and Spiders. We've already covered most of the others, so why not focus on those creatures that feature in the most populous of fears: arachnophobia. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into some of the most interesting spiders on this continent, some interesting stories about them, and maybe learn a thing or two about our little helpful garden mates.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin

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Episode 175 - Australian Outlaws Part 7: The Governor...

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2021/10/11

The story of Jimmy Governor and his family is a particularly interesting story. Born in the world of the colonies and dying just short of the birth of the Commonwealth of Australia, this is the story of Australia's Indigenous outlaws who rebelled against the bigots in their life, only to find themselves on the wrong side of the law.Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life and times of the Governor Clan, and their legacy in the newly-born country.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking

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53:50

Episode 174 - Australian Outlaws Part 7: The Governor...

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2021/10/05

The story of Jimmy Governor and his family is a particularly interesting story. Born in the world of the colonies and dying just short of the birth of the Commonwealth of Australia, this is the story of Australia's Indigenous outlaws who rebelled against the bigots in their life, only to find themselves on the wrong side of the law.Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life and times of the Governor Clan, and their legacy in the newly-born country.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking

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Episode 173 - The Cressy Cigar UFO Sighting (1960)

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2021/09/27

At around 6.10pm on Oct 4, 1960, Anglican Minister Rev Lionel Browning and his wife were standing in their dining room, in the rectory at Cressy, Tas. They were looking east towards the hills, which were partially obscured by low clouds and rain, thus forming a rainbow in the setting sunlight.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/weird-crap-in-australia--2968350/support.

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Episode 172 - The Legend of The Crocodile Hunter Part...

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2021/09/20

Anyone who spends a decent amount of time on the wholesome side of the internet knows there are 3 pillars of society that the internet looks up to. These three pillars are men who have made an impression on the people who watched their shows, and encourage them to do their very best. These three men are Bob Ross, Fred Rogers, and Steve Irwin. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life of the late, great Steve Irwin, his relationship with animals and people, and his self-proclaimed view of

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Episode 171 - The Legend of The Crocodile Hunter Part...

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2021/09/13

Anyone who spends a decent amount of time on the wholesome side of the internet knows there are 3 pillars of society that the internet looks up to. These three pillars are men who have made an impression on the people who watched their shows, and encourage them to do their very best. These three men are Bob Ross, Fred Rogers, and Steve Irwin. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life of the late, great Steve Irwin, his relationship with animals and people, and his self-proclaimed view of

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Episode 170 - The Murder of Inspector Richard...

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2021/09/06

When Adelaide was constructed, planners were sure that, being a free colony without convicts, there would be no crime. How wrong they were...Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the first murder in a government building in Adelaide, and the many voices that saw it happen.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.

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Episode 169 - The Queensland Monsters

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2021/08/30

Monsters have been seen on the Australian continent all over, not just in NSW and Victoria. Join Holly and Matthew as they get on the trail of 3 such creatures, and the legends that have sprung up around them.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.

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Episode 168 - Australia’s Secret Shame Part 3: John...

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2021/08/23

Australia's record protecting children of all nationalities is poor at best, and nothing makes this more obvious than even a cursory glance at the history of the Australian Catholic Church. For decades, people have been abandoning organised religion Could it have something to do with the power and control abusers have displayed over victims, cushioned in the bosom of the Church?Join Holly and Matthew as they take a deep look into the history of the Australian Catholic Church as presented to the

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Episode 167 - Australia’s Secret Shame Part 2: John...

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2021/08/16

Australia's record protecting children of all nationalities is poor at best, and nothing makes this more obvious than even a cursory glance at the history of the Australian Catholic Church. For decades, people have been abandoning organised religion Could it have something to do with the power and control abusers have displayed over victims, cushioned in the bosom of the Church?Join Holly and Matthew as they take a deep look into the history of the Australian Catholic Church as presented to the

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Episode 166 - Australia’s Secret Shame Part 1: The...

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2021/08/09

Australia's record protecting children of all nationalities is poor at best, and nothing makes this more obvious than even a cursory glance at the history of the Australian Catholic Church. For decades, people have been abandoning organised religion Could it have something to do with the power and control abusers have displayed over victims, cushioned in the bosom of the Church?Join Holly and Matthew as they take a deep look into the history of the Australian Catholic Church as presented to the

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