Episodes
The rivalry between two of the most recognisable beverage brands dates back to the 1880. Dane and Lucy chart the competitive history pitting the two colas against each other, from their pharmaceutical inventors to the celebrities that endorsed them including the King of Pop himself. They lament the uni student who called an electrician to change some batteries, and discuss why sarcastic people are said to be of the “highest intelligence.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the 7th century, to the 1930s, to now, the legend of “Nessie” has lived on in Scottish folklore. Dane and Lucy aren’t that convinced, but what’s not to love in an ancient mystery about a sea serpent? They debate a new push by a major fashion label to replicate human models with “AI twins,” plus they chat the biggest celebrity divas with riders demanding everything from doves, to puppies and red toilet paper.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy unpack the origin story of one of the world’s most recognisable brands. From a syrupy energy drink invented by a Thai duck farmer, to a global sporting empire. Plus, they chat the pitfalls of WhatsApp group chats (here’s lookin’ at you, Trump Administration) and what having a beard says about you.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jenny Radcliffe has made a successful business out of deception, manipulation and con artistry as “the People Hacker.” Dane and Lucy met the social engineer, who companies hire to test their vulnerabilities, with a skillset she’s been perfecting since she was just a kid. They unpack the “White Lotus effect” on global travel, and explore the origin story of “Respect,” the defining song of Aretha Franklin on what would have been the Queen of Soul’s 83rd birthday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
India to Australia and back again: Saroo Brierley’s journey home Dane Lucy recap the extraordinary story of Saroo Brierley. Aged only 5, he was lost and separated from his family in India, before being adopted and growing up in Australia. His journey using Google Earth to trace his path back to India more than two decades on is the subject of the Oscar-nominated film Lion. They discuss the man who bought the pizza.com domain name for $20, before selling it for $2.6 million, plus Dane has some strong opinions on the science of showering.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lucy tells Dane a dark and stormy true crime tale. Only problem is that none of it’s true - all part of a popular YouTube channel producing “true crime documentaries” that are actually AI-generated. They meet Joe, who scales the outside of skyscrapers for the 9 to 5 and wish Bruce Willis a happy 70th birthday. Yippi ki-yay…(you know the rest).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ivan was celebrating his 30th birthday with friends in Greece when an ocean swim took a turn and swept him out to sea. Ivan told Dane and Lucy about the extensive search and rescue operation that almost missed him and the unexpected floating object that helped him withstand the open water. They discuss the “world’s rarest dog,” which just sold for $5.7 million, plus Lucy has some insights on the psychology of having too many tabs open on your browser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Netflix's new crime drama Adolescence has made waves not only for its heavy storyline - a 13-year-old boy accused of murder - but for the unique cinematography that brought it to life. Dane and Lucy unpack the complex approach by cinematographer Matthew Lewis to shoot every episode in a single shot. They meet UAE-based film direct Ali Mokdad and who tells them just how difficult it is to achieve in TV series like this. They find out why the Chicago river was dyed green this week, plus they discuss reports of an underground website allegedly posting the addresses of US Tesla owners, in a bac...
Before it was stolen by a museum workman in 1911, the Mona Lisa was just another artwork hanging in the Louvre. Dane and Lucy chat the story of its brazen robbery and how it launched the work to global fame. They also recap the story of the biggest art heist in modern history, 35 years to the day. Plus, they mark the news that NASA astronauts Sunny and Butch are finally returning from the space station (as Lucy takes a moment to wonder about Butch’s knickers).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It’s a 120km run through the Rocky Mountains and you have all of 24 hours to complete it. Could you cop it? What about 1000km in 1000 days, like one group of remote Japanese monks? Dane and Lucy learn about the endurance races not for the faint-hearted. Plus, when celebrities become accidental heroes…think Harrison Ford, Tom Cruise and even Kate Winslet make the list.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We discuss the story of Sir Alfred the stateless man who spent almost two decades in an airport which then inspired the movie ‘The Terminal’ staring Tom Hanks. Plus Lucy and Dane check out the most extreme movie sets as well as dramatic changes actors have to make in order to fit the bill.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Lucy and Dane dig deep into the world of music streaming fraud, speaking to the business partner of a CEO who is currently under investigation by the FBI for streaming fraud on Spotify. As well as that we hear from others in the music world to find out how streaming fraud impacts their line of work too. Plus how does a sleeping holiday sound? Well with the ‘sleep tourism’ industry booming we wanted to know the details of such escapes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We unpick the true story behind the new Netflix docudrama ‘Apple Cider Vinegar,’ about disgraced wellness influencer Belle Gibson. From the book that inspired the series, to 60 Minutes Australia’s Tara Brown and her interview with the former influencer that resonated around the world. Plus a special live performance from a champion Scottish piper, marking ‘International Bagpipe Day’.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You may not know her name but for sure you already heard her. Susan Bennett is the first voice released on Apple's Siri. For more than 2 years she was in the pockets of millions of iPhone users around the world… and yet she never knew that Apple was putting her there.Plus, Dane and Lucy speak with the man who quit his corporate job to travel the world and photograph dogs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We explore music made purely from vegetable instruments. Plus, Lucy and Dane talk all things alligators, digging deep into the myths and true stories surrounding the creatures. Plus we hear from this year’s winner of the Royal Shrovetide, England’s famous “medieval football game”.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People sometimes get creative, though technically not legal, to get what they want. It can be for TV subscription, or electricity and WiFi connection. Dane and Lucy share theirs, and you did too!Plus, find out why a particular chip sells for nearly $90,000.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we bring you a tale of a man saved by his pet dog. Dane and Lucy speak with Canadian novelist and journalist Claire Cameron who tells us the story of her husband Dave’s lucky escape after a ski run went horribly wrong.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy chat with self-proclaimed Britain’s Number 1 Art Forger Max Brandrett, who copied hundreds of works of artists from Caravaggio to Banksy. No originality? Or just talented? What do you reckon? Plus, we share with you the list of highest paid actors in Hollywood for 2024.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From crime scene clean ups to helping hoarders out of a hole Stacey Forsyth’s cleaning business never knows what call they are going to receive next. Plus how would you celebrate your 105th birthday? Hilda had a rave at her care home and was the first on the dance floor. Dane and Lucy dig around the facts of the stolen golden toilet worth a whopping £4.8 million.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It all began with Lucy reading about The Doomsday Clock over the weekend.It led us to check what kids in the 1980s thought what life would be like in the year 2000. And it went on to more conversations about the future…Plus, we started to bid goodbyes to Skype.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy meet the man who has the largest collection of US memorabilia - from political buttons to building the replica of the Oval Office in his house - Ron Wade from Texas has them all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy take you back to the 1930s and delve deep into the life of one of the 20th century’s most notorious and mysterious killers. Author and journalist Laurie Notaro tells us the story of Winnie Ruth Judd and why she decided to write a book about her crimes.Plus, we look back at the life of the Roberta Flack, the voice of Killing me softly…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Robbie Williams, Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, there’s Michael Jackson on the way; biopics are becoming more popular these days. Dane and Lucy speak with senior film critic Garry Maddox about the most memorable ones and why some aren’t too powerful for the audience.Plus, listen to the story of a theft victim’s unusual proposition to his robbers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy take you back to 2009 during a hijacking of a US container ship while en route to Kenya. There's been mixed comments about the leadership on board. Is Captain Phillips a hero or was he reckless? Plus, we tell you about the mugging incident that led to a global ad campaign.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Almost everyone has this certain relationship with AI, be it as help on email, texts and so on. But what if it becomes deeper than that?Some get involved with AI and robots for friendship and some for partnership. Dane and Lucy get the take of AI tech expert Lydia Kostopolous. And did you know there are countries that will pay you to relocate to their cities?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An annual sheep hunt in Canada turned into a nightmare for Jeremy Evans in 2017 when he was attacked by a female grizzly bear. He tells Dane and Lucy the blow-by-blow account of what happened that day and the lessons he learned from the incident. Plus, have you ever bought something that didn’t live up to your standards? Felt like you’ve been duped? Check this winter wonderland that you probably won't want to visit.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An unidentified serial killer murdered victims in the San Francisco Bay Area in the 1960s. Has the case been solved?Find out on Dane and Lucy's interview with Tom Voigt, the man who's often said to be one of the world's leading experts on the Zodiac Killer mystery. Plus, have you ever done something to make your own life easier, even if it's a bit of a naughty shortcut? A CEO reportedly did just that.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dane and Lucy speak with 62-year-old mountaineer Dan Wenker who survived after falling into an ice moat in 2022. He was hiking down from the Grand Teton in Wyoming with his friend Jim, when he slid and dropped sixty feet, landing on a small three-foot ledge under the ground. Plus, YouTube just turned 20! We take a look back at its history and the videos that won’t leave your memory.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Whether you’re celebrating Valentine’s Day with your partner, kids or celebrating SAD (that's Singles Awareness Day), The Debrief is here giving you information on how this all began, together with spending stats and some love songs that you’d like or not like to associate with this day.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chess boxing, Tunarama, Hobbyhorsing to name a few… and today on our Throwback Thursday, Dane and Lucy take you back to 1974 on the World Diddling Championship. Can’t figure out what it is? Clue: Lucy gives you a wonderful renditionPlus, find out why a man who's been on sick leave for 15 years is still suing his employer.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.