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PODCAST

Everyday Conspiracy Theories

Sean Craig Murphy & Mena Soliman

These are NOT the full-fat conspiracies that give conspiracy theorists a bad name.They"re the wholesome, laughable, thought-provoking and largely plagiarised observations about stuff you encounter everyday.Like suspiciously magnified seafood cabinets that make your prawns look bigger. T-shirts secretly designed by optometrists to coax you into new glasses, and something about feminine hygiene products that we probably shouldn"t go into here.Your hosts, Sean Craig Murphy and Mena Soliman, promise to

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18:52

WHAT?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/04/28

What's the BIG announcement Mena makes at the end of this ep? And is this the ultimate Everyday Conspiracy Theory? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:26

Who do Self Help books really help?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/04/21

Crayons for adults, Metallic paint for cars and an engineering problem that has escalated. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:37

Why have Voice Notes suddenly exploded?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/04/14

Our new favourite communication mode, not-so-crazy celebrity names, and waiters pushing “specials”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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13:28

Why are we doing a Q&A episode?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/04/07

Would we continue the podcast if one of us died? What's Seans favourite ECT of all time? (Mena hates it)In this special episode we answer the questions put to us by our ECTeasers (collective noun for a group of ECT listeners)The questions you've always wanted to know about your favourite podcast are not answered on this episode of your second favourie podcast.No prizes for guessing Mena's handed Sean the keys to the computer to write the notes for this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

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14:03

Who is making our playlist go all Gaga?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/31

Double crossing music platforms, sneaky salami packages, and booby trap olives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:03

I thought you said you wouldn't talk about vaccines?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/24

We 'vax lyrical' about cat jabs, shopping centre bangers, and sneaky product placement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:56

What's the real reason formals take place in Term 1?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/17

The mega-industry cashing in on high school formals, and the trap to watch out for on CarSales.com.au. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:36

Why are my Zoom calls still so sketchy?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/10

Video calls from the 2000s, the 'shocking' changes to modern play equipment, and a blast from the past: Weird Al Yankovic. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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19:41

Sean Craig Murphy is Redundant

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/06

In this special episode of the Everyday ConspiracyTheories podcast, there are no ECTs and no limits.Mena Soliman talks to his friend and co-host, Sean Craig Murphy, about his shock redundancy and what comes next after a 42-year career in radio.How did he feel the moment he found out? How is he processing the news? And why does he say it feels "like watching your own funeral"?Please enjoy the candid and intimate discussion in this ECT Bonus Episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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14:29

What makes MAFS a raging success?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/03/03

The dirty secrets behind trashy TV, and the dodgy car park tactic costing you money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:54

Why are leftovers always leftover?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/02/24

Too much food too little time, to trick the radio audience, and suspicious salad games too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:35

Are cops encouraging us to jaywalk?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/02/17

Crossing the line with the law, stealing from the mafia, and questioning the Fringe Festival. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:14

You call this a 50th anniversary episode?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/02/10

Due to popular demand, we brought back The Roast to mark our 50th* episode! We take this moment to compare the highlights and low-lights of our ECT journey so far. There's some ribbing, there's some poking, but—thank goodness—there are no audio flashbacks. Enjoy your meal!*Actually it's 50+1, because we never meet a deadline. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:05

What did Larry Emdur do to win a Gold Logie?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/02/03

The bizarre ECT about a quiz show favourite,your smart phone's dumb keyboard,and trying not to get fired while questioning HR. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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29:26

Why do men wear the pants (with big pockets)?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/01/27

We are joined by Tamara and Shanelle from The Beautiful Nightmare podcast, who came to graciously thank us for accepting their trophy at the Australian Podcast Awards.Oh, and to some discuss ECTs about back hair, little pockets, #GirlMaths and Bunnings.A special double length episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:03

Is Kmart too good to be true?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/01/20

Kmart tactics that bedazzle, art galleries that embezzle, and the pimple-popping myth that left us frazzled. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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14:21

Why are work meetings so damn long?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/01/13

The secret reason managers call long meetings, and the phone feature that’s more “fright” than “flight”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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15:04

What's in the secret recipe of a Bunnings sausage?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2025/01/06

The sneaky sausage ingredient found at your local Bunnings, and the (alleged) cause of ECT's success uncovered.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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1:45

A New Year Wish

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2024/12/30

We want to thank our listeners across Australia and the World for making our first year the best year we could have imagined! Your loyalty and participation have made the podcast what it is. We'll be back in 2025 with more of your favourite ECTs, and a handful of new surprises. Stay safe, (enjoy the back catalogue), and see you in the New Year 🎉See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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14:46

What's the real reason behind product recalls?

Everyday Conspiracy Theories ·

2024/12/23

Sketchy product recalls, the suspicious rise of white cookware, and mobile detection black spots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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