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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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Episode 111 - To Drown a Unionist; or, The Manly...

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2020/07/19

On the evening of Aug 6, 1949, a sensational story appeared on page 1, next to news of a deadly quake in Ecuador; the headline read, Thrown into sea by Reds! While fear of the Red Tide was not as strong in Australia as it was in the USA, the idea that the Russians and other communist nations sought to influence Australia's politics was still strong. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the Red Scare that captured Sydney's imagination - for a couple of days, at least.Main Theme music – Kevin

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Episode 110 - Australian Outlaws Part 6: The Legend...

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2020/07/12

Renowned illusionist Harry Houdini started his career back in the 1890s, forging a path to fame through his ability to escape any situation unharmed. But 40 years beforehand, in the 1850s, a convict sentenced to Transportation for thievery began his own tale of daring escapes in Western Australia. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the life and escapes of Joseph Johns, aka Moondyne Joe.Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons

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Episode 109 - Mr Cruel Part 2 (1987-1991)

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2020/07/05

Around the world, there are cases that have gone unsolved so long that they enter the realm of mythology, rather than history. In the UK, Jack the Ripper fascinates true crime buffs. In the USA, it's the Zodiac killer. In Australia, we don't have a serial killer, but we do have Mr Cruel. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the case, and examine what gives it such longevity. *contains crimes against children*Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a

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Episode 108 - Mr Cruel Part 1 (1987-1991)

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2020/06/28

Around the world, there are cases that have gone unsolved so long that they enter the realm of mythology, rather than history. In the UK, Jack the Ripper fascinates true crime buffs. In the USA, it's the Zodiac killer. In Australia, we don't have a serial killer, but we do have Mr Cruel. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the case, and examine what gives it such longevity. *contains crimes against children*Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a

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Episode 107 - The Sydney Hyde Park Barracks

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2020/06/21

In the middle of the Rocks, Sydney, lives a building that has stood the test of time. Originally constructed by convicts for convicts, the Barracks has a long, colourful history, and a few ghosts to boot. Join Holly and Matthew as they examine the Barracks, its ghosts and its history!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 106 - Monsters from the Dreamtime

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2020/06/14

When Europeans came to Australia, they brought with them their monsters - demons, devils and starving men. What they didn't know was that monsters already stalked the Australian landscape, targeting people for their dinner. We've covered Bunyips and Yowies in this series (Episode 3). We've covered the monsters that live in our country - or did before they were extinguished (Episodes 5, 16, 19, 30, 33, 58, 63, 97). Join hosts Holly and Matthew as they explore some of the most fearsome creatures of

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Episode 105 - The Comic Book Killer Part 2 (1927-2003)

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2020/06/07

As Rosaleen Norton was exhibiting her artwork and being raided for obscenity, a young man indulged in the black market of pornographic art - while making a living as a children's comic book illustrator. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the story of the Lone Avenger, his creator, and the justification for Australian comics' censorship.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 104 - The Comic Book Killer Part 1 (1927-2003)

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2020/05/31

As Rosaleen Norton was exhibiting her artwork and being raided for obscenity, a young man indulged in the black market of pornographic art - while making a living as a children's comic book illustrator. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the story of the Lone Avenger, his creator, and the justification for Australian comics' censorship.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 103 - The Legend of Crocodile Dundee: Rod...

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2020/05/25

The legend of Crocodile Dundee has melted into the pop culture collective of the Australian stereotype. Join Holly and Matthew as they look at the man who inspired the legend of Crocodile Dundee, and other parts of Australia's reputation.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 102 - The House of Monte Cristo

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2020/05/18

There are a few places put forward as the "MOST HAUNTED" places in Australia. We looked into the one most cited (and requested) amongst experts and fans alike...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 101 - The Untold Story of Federation Part 2...

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2020/05/10

A massive part of Australian history has been ignored and forgotten by most of Australia in the last 120 years. The story of Federation started in the 1860s, not long after the famous Eureka Riots, and took until September 1900 to get ratified.Forget what little you learned about federation in school - this is the true story!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 100 - The Untold Story of Federation Part 1...

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2020/05/04

Welcome to episode 100! To celebrate the milestone, we're covering a massive part of Australian history that has been ignored and forgotten by most of Australia in the last 120 years. The story of Federation started in the 1860s, not long after the famous Eureka Riots, and took until September 1900 to get ratified.Forget what little you learned about federation in school - this is the true story!Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod"Slow Ticking Clock" – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons

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Episode 99 - The Nullarbor Plains

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2020/04/26

In the south-west of this continent lies a stretch of land like no other. Made of limestone formed during the Age of Dinosaurs, the Nullarbor Plains attracts all kinds of strange phenomena, from ufo sightings to a magnetic field measurable by science and strong enough to attract meteorites. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into the strange occurrences on the Nullarbor...Main Theme music – Kevin MacLeod“Slow Ticking Clock” – Kevin MacLeodUsed under a Creative Commons license.Become a supporter of

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Episode 98 - The Woolworths Christmas Bombings...

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2020/04/19

In the 1980s, a series of bombings threatened the Christmas stabilities of New South Wales. In a series of escalating attacks, 4 Woolworths stores were attacked, culminating in an explosion on Christmas Eve at the Town Hall store. What followed was an epic of ransom demands and chasing police, and ended in a midnight dive... 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 97 - The Australian Dinosaurs

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2020/04/13

With the craziness of the modern world, we decided to go back farther into the past than we have yet. Join Holly and Matthew as they look into 7 of Australia's most interesting native dinosaurs (and marine reptiles). From the Great Inland Sea to the great land of Gondwana, come along for a ride back in time!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 96 - Eureka! Part 4: The Aftermath (1854)

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2020/04/05

In the 1850s, gold was struck to the west of Port Phillip, VIC, near a town called Ballarat. Before long, the goldfields were full of immigrants and Australians alike, each seeking their fortune.However, where there is gold, there is government. The Victorian government, on behalf of the British, was quick to impose a license and fee on the diggers, seeking to make as much money as they could from the fields.But, over time, the government got greedy. The price went from half a pound per month to

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Episode 95 - Eureka! Part 3: The Battle of the Eureka...

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2020/03/29

In the 1850s, gold was struck to the west of Port Phillip, VIC, near a town called Ballarat. Before long, the goldfields were full of immigrants and Australians alike, each seeking their fortune.However, where there is gold, there is government. The Victorian government, on behalf of the British, was quick to impose a license and fee on the diggers, seeking to make as much money as they could from the fields.But, over time, the government got greedy. The price went from half a pound per month to

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Episode 94 - Eureka! Part 2: The Burning of the...

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2020/03/22

In the 1850s, gold was struck to the west of Port Phillip, VIC, near a town called Ballarat. Before long, the goldfields were full of immigrants and Australians alike, each seeking their fortune. However, where there is gold, there is government. The Victorian government, on behalf of the British, was quick to impose a license and fee on the diggers, seeking to make as much money as they could from the fields. But, over time, the government got greedy. The price went from half a pound per month to

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Episode 93 - Eureka! Part 1: The Death of James...

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2020/03/15

In the 1850s, gold was struck to the west of Port Phillip, VIC, near a town called Ballarat. Before long, the goldfields were full of immigrants and Australians alike, each seeking their fortune. However, where there is gold, there is government. The Victorian government, on behalf of the British, was quick to impose a license and fee on the diggers, seeking to make as much money as they could from the fields. But, over time, the government got greedy. The price went from half a pound per month to

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Episode 92 - The Satanic Panic

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2020/03/08

As the 1980s ramped up, the search for the Satanic and the future of the world's children was brought to the foreground. While technological innovations like the Walkman and other personal technologies allowed children and teens to like things their parents weren't into - sometimes just BECAUSE their parents weren't into them - parents, church leaders and concerned citizens turned to the most rational explanation of this behaviour: The Devil.While Australia does not have the same puritanical past as

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