Episodes

  • Episode 352 - The Melbourne Gangland Wars 1 - The Kane Brothers Pt 2

    Episode 352 - The Melbourne Gangland Wars 1 - The Kane Brothers Pt 2
    Mar 3 2025
    The Melbourne gangland war was a brutal chapter in Australia’s criminal history, and the Kane brothers—Brian and Leslie—were right at its core. Known for their violent reputations and deep ties to organised crime, the Kane brothers became infamous figures in Melbourne’s underworld. Their brutal feuds, particularly with the Moran family and other crime syndicates, escalated into bloody street wars, leading to assassinations, betrayals, and an era of chaos that gripped the city.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the dark world of the Kane brothers and their role in Melbourne’s gangland war.

    Background episodes (chronological order):
    • 61 & 62 - Old Melbourne Gaol
    • 311 - L'Onorata Societa and the Victoria Market Murders
    • 76 & 77 - The Walsh St Shooting
    • 327 & 328 - Chopper Read


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    46 mins
  • Episode 351 - The Melbourne Gangland Wars 1 - The Kane Brothers Part 1

    Episode 351 - The Melbourne Gangland Wars 1 - The Kane Brothers Part 1
    Feb 24 2025
    The Melbourne gangland war was a brutal chapter in Australia’s criminal history, and the Kane brothers—Brian and Leslie—were right at its core. Known for their violent reputations and deep ties to organised crime, the Kane brothers became infamous figures in Melbourne’s underworld. Their brutal feuds, particularly with the Moran family and other crime syndicates, escalated into bloody street wars, leading to assassinations, betrayals, and an era of chaos that gripped the city.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the dark world of the Kane brothers and their role in Melbourne’s gangland war.

    Background episodes (chronological order):
    • 311 - L'Onorata Societa and the Victoria Market Murders
    • 76 & 77 - The Walsh St Shooting
    • 327 & 328 - Chopper Read


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    54 mins
  • Episode 350 - The Adventures of Blinky Bill (1934-2016) (Child-friendly)

    Episode 350 - The Adventures of Blinky Bill (1934-2016) (Child-friendly)
    Feb 17 2025
    Blinky Bill, created by Dorothy Wall in the 1930s, has captured the hearts of generations through books, television, and film. More than just a cheeky bush troublemaker, Blinky represents resilience, adventure, and the spirit of the Australian outback. His tales have been used to teach children about conservation, friendship, and the challenges facing Australia's unique wildlife.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the legacy of Blinky Bill and his impact on Australian culture.

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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 349 - The Connell Murders Part 2 (1978-1979)

    Episode 349 - The Connell Murders Part 2 (1978-1979)
    Feb 10 2025
    A mother and her two young children vanished from their home in Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, in August 1978. Their disappearance quickly turned into a horrifying crime that shocked the nation. The family had been abducted, taken on a terrifying journey north before meeting a brutal and senseless end. What followed was a desperate manhunt, a tense standoff, and a case that remains one of Australia's most chilling acts of violence.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the tragic murders of Valda, Sally, and Damien Connell, and the impact this horrific crime left on Australia.

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    51 mins
  • Episode 348 - The Connell Murders Part 1 (1978-1979)

    Episode 348 - The Connell Murders Part 1 (1978-1979)
    Feb 3 2025
    A mother and her two young children vanished from their home in Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, in August 1978. Their disappearance quickly turned into a horrifying crime that shocked the nation. The family had been abducted, taken on a terrifying journey north before meeting a brutal and senseless end. What followed was a desperate manhunt, a tense standoff, and a case that remains one of Australia's most chilling acts of violence.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the tragic murders of Valda, Sally, and Damien Connell, and the impact this horrific crime left on Australia.


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    47 mins
  • Episode 347 - The North Head Quarantine Station

    Episode 347 - The North Head Quarantine Station
    Jan 26 2025
    The North Head Quarantine Station, located on the northern headland of Sydney Harbour, holds a chilling legacy as one of Australia's most significant quarantine sites. Operating from 1833 to 1984, the station housed those afflicted by contagious diseases, such as smallpox, Spanish flu, and the plague, aiming to prevent outbreaks in the Australian colony. Thousands passed through its gates, many of whom never left.

    With its preserved heritage buildings and proximity to mass graves, North Head is also notorious for its ghost stories and reported paranormal activity. Stories of shadowy figures, unexplained sounds, and otherworldly encounters are told by staff and visitors alike, cementing its place as a hotspot for both history buffs and ghost hunters.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they uncover the harrowing stories of survival, death, and the spectres that linger in the shadows of the North Head Quarantine Station.


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    47 mins
  • Episode 346 - The Wooreen School Kidnapping

    Episode 346 - The Wooreen School Kidnapping
    Jan 20 2025
    Edwin Eastwood was back at it again. Armed with a firearm, he entered the Wooreen State School and took nine students and their teacher, Rob Hunter, hostage. The kidnapper's demands for a ransom and threats heightened the terror of those involved. What did he want? Drugs, money and freedom.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the details of the kidnapping, the experiences of those involved, and the long-lasting impact this ordeal had on the victims and Mr Lindsay Thompson.

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    46 mins
  • Episode 345 - The Faraday School Kidnapping

    Episode 345 - The Faraday School Kidnapping
    Jan 13 2025
    The Faraday School kidnapping shocked Australia, as a group of six schoolgirls and their teacher, Mary Gibbs, were taken by two armed kidnappers. They stormed the small Faraday School in rural Victoria and held the group hostage, demanding a ransom of a cool million dollars. The police launched an intense search while the kidnappers took the victims into the bushland, keeping them captive for several days.

    Join Holly & Matthew as they explore the details of the kidnapping, the resilience of the victims, and the enduring impact this crime has had on its victims.

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    49 mins