Secrets of the Underworld

Leilani May is one of the original OF creators who headed to schoolies to make videos with school leavers. In this chat she talks being a sex worker and the fall out from the original crew who made the controversial move that has since resulted in one member having their Visa revoked.

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This is a REWIND back to Neil's chat with Shane Cuthbert

Shane was known for his wild pranks online but underneath it all he was abusing drugs and living a life of crime.

Hear more of Shane's story in Season 6 of Secrets of the Underworld

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WARNING THIS EPISODE CONTAINS CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ABUSE OF A MINOR

Jordan Stephenson's life was turned upside down when she recieved a call for the FBI who were raiding her home after recieving intel that her partner, father of her daughter, had been involved in distributing abuse material.

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This is a rewind to Neil's chat with Jade "Evil Smile" Masson-Wong is a multi discipline fighter who now competes in Bare Knuckle Boxing. Hear the how and why she loves one of the worlds most brutal sports.

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Calen Morris is a 501 deportee and patched member of one of New Zealand’s most notorious motorcycle clubs - The Head Hunters. Calen shares his troubled past with crime and drug abuse, what it was like being deported to New Zealand and how even after leaving a life of crime, he still manages to draw police attention

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This is a rewind to Neil's chat with George Christie Jr former outlaw biker who served as president of the Ventura, California charter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club between 1978 and 2011.

Hear more of his stories back in Season 4

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Bianca Dye is an Australian radio presenter. Throughout her career, Dye has presented programs in the competitive Sydney and Brisbane metropolitan radio markets as well as featuring on TV Shows like Thank God You're Here.

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This is a rewind back to Neil's chat with Jewish-American Natalie Sanandaji gives a detailed account of her escape from the deadly Hamas attack at an Israeli music festival on October 7. 

Hear her full story in back in season 5

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In this episode, Neil sits down with Steve Keogh, a former Scotland Yard detective with over 30 years in the Metropolitan Police. Steve shares gripping stories from his career, including interrogating terrorists, exposing corrupt officers, and confronting child abusers. With a deep understanding of the complexities of these cases, Steve offers a rare glimpse into the intense world of criminal investigations and the pursuit of justice.

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This is a rewind back to Neil's chat with Jamie Lawrence former professional player who played for Leicester City, Bradford City and more. But his career began behind bars playing inter prison matches.

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In this revealing episode of Secrets of The Underworld, Carly Electric shares her journey into the world of high-class escorting. Carly opens up about her path into the industry, her kinks, and whether she’s ever fallen for a client. She also touches on her unique position as a racehorse owner, blending two very different worlds.

With raw honesty, Carly invites us into her double life, offering a rare glimpse behind the curtain of her electrifying career.

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This is a Rewind back to Season 1 of Secrets of the Underworld

In this moment we hear tips and insights to Australia's prison from the perspective of a working prison guard

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In this episode, we sit down with Desley Robinson, a trailblazer in Australian women's boxing and former IBF International Champion. Desley shares her journey through the sport, from her rise in the super welterweight division to becoming a key figure in the early days of Australian women's boxing. Tune in as we discuss her career highlights, the challenges she faced, and her thoughts on the evolution of boxing. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the sport's true pioneers!

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This is a Rewind to Neil's chat with Gary Jubelin in Season 6 of Secrets of the Underworld

In this Rewind Gary shares the inner workings of his various roles within the police force and raptor squad. Hear the full chat back in season 6

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WHile Neil prepares a massive season 10 for Secrets of the Underworld, we take a look back at one of the more eye opening episodes in the history of the podcast.

Dirty Dave worked in one the rarely spoken about businesses of Kings Cross. The Pleasure Chest serviced all kinds of kinks, fetishes and desires. in this episode we learn about the seedy side of the cross.

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This is a Rewind to season 4 of Secrets of the Underworld featuring Escort Jad Blair

Rewind back to season 4 to hear more of Jade's story

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Belinda Gavin moved to Los Angeles at 21 to study acting. While honing her craft as an actor she also became a champion bull rider, fitness trainer, race car driver. Porn Star and more.

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This is a rewind back to Season 3 - Simon Newton is a former bodyguard to the stars but also spent time working in Afghanastan. 

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Natascha Consigli has lived a wild life, from a seasoned partier to stripper/model through to air hostess and eventually a convicted drug dealer. In this episode we hear how a Woolloongong jeweller ended up serving time for dealing meth

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This is a REWIND to Neil's chat with Trishy Dishy.

Trishy runs one of Sydney's best and exclusive bars. Rubbing shoulders with elites and partying until dawn, Trishy's life wasn't always the bright lights of Oxford street. Some could say she was a late bloomer...

Hear here full story in season 7

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Michael Alan Katsidis is an Australian former professional boxer who competed from 2001 to 2017. He held the World Boxing Organization interim lightweight title twice but after the loss of his brother his life spiral to addiction and prison.

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Infamous Boxer Peter Graham speaks to Neil about how his Dad's time on the doors of Kings Cross set a a dark path for his life.

Hear more about Peter's early life and boxing career back in season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld

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Contessa Williams is a former sex worker who's career started in the strip clubs and eventually evolved into Pornography, escorting and BDSM. She is now working to shine a light on the dangers of sex work in Australia. In this episode she shares her story and some of the wild encounters her working girl life gave her.

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This is a rewind back to season 3 of Secrets of The Underworld. To hear more of Zane's story head back to hear part 1.

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Aliia Roza was trained in the Russian military as a Spy and at age 18 witnessed the horrors of war in Chechnya. Her expertise was seduction and infiltrating organisations. In this episode she talks about her life starting in the military, her views on Russia and Putin and when she fell for one of her targets.

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Dirty Dave worked in one the rarely spoken about businesses of Kings Cross. The Pleasure Chest serviced all kinds of kinks, fetishes and desires. in this episode we learn about the seedy side of the cross. 

Hear more back in season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld

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This is a REQWIND back to Season 5 with ‘Haze The Huntsman’, is a 130kg Queensland Fighter who boasts 56,000 Tiktok followers. He is unmissable given his body is covered in ink representing both his Maori ancestry and Norse Pagan religion. In this episode he shares his story of fighting from a young age.

Check out the full chat back in season 5 of Secrets of the Underworld

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Angelica Robles is a former FBI agent who investigated the cartel. She shares her story of being undercover, having friends murdered and unknowingly being married to a Cartel member.

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This is a rewind to season 5 with Ian Griggs. Go back to season 5 to hear the full story

Ian Griggs has lived a violent life. He has had several stints in prison for assaults and spent time as a young man dealing drugs. He has now turned his life around and moved into the world of acting. This is his story.

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Arabella Del Busso is back on Secrets of the Underworld after serving 5 months in Australia's largest female prison. In this episode she talks about what it was like hearing the sentancing to her experience in prison. Hear stories of what goes on inside a womens prison in Australia.

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Neil recaps the importance of season 8 and gives us a sneak peak at what's on for season 9. Plus for those new to the podcast we REQIND back to how Neil's journey from Doorman and Bodyguard to top podcaster began.

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This is a Rewind back to Neil's chat with Cocaine Cassie. Rewind back to previous seasons to hear more unbelievable stories

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Liya Barko was shopping for a volleyball on April 13 when she was stabbed with a 30cm hunting knife during his terrifying attack that shook the whole of Australia. In this episode we learn about her past trauma moving from Ukraine that made the Bondi stabbing another tragic moment in her life.

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This is a REWIND from season 4 of Secret of the Underworld featuring Lee Priest

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TRIGGER WARNING: DOMESTICA VIOLENCE AND ABUSE

Katy Burns shares her stroy of surviing abuse by her neighbour when she was just 8 years old. She was tormented by him in her adult years and fears for what will happen upon his release.

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This is a rewind from season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld

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TRIGGER WARNING: This episode covers detailed accounts of sexual abuse and domestic violence.
Nina Aouilk has overcome enormous hardship and adversity to become one of the leading activists speaking out about honor killings and human trafficking. She is the founder of nonprofit End Honor Killings that provides welfare and support to the victims of attempted honor killings, gender-based violence, domestic abuse, and trauma.

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In this rewind Neil speaks to Jade Blair, a sex worker who is also advocating for more rights for people in her industry and how the current laws are chaotic for workers

Hear more in season 4 of Secrets of the Underworld

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TRIGGER WARNING Rachel Williams is founder of SUTDA, (Stand Up to Domestic Abuse and author of the book The Devil at Home. After 18 years in an abusive relationship, Rachel was shot and severely injured by her violent partner in 2011. He then committed suicide, as did her 16 year old son Jack, shortly after the attack.
Rachel spent several weeks in hospital and now lives with life altering injuries.

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This is a REWIND to a previous episode with Former Hell's Angel President Geroge Christie Jr

Hear more from George Christie Jr in Season 4 of Secrets of the Underworld

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Bonnie and Leilani are OnlyFans models who hit the headlines after they hit schoolies on the Gold Coast in 2023. In this epsiode they share their continued success, wild stories from Spring Break and what they have their eyes on next

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This is a REWING to a previous episode with Former Hell's Angel President Geroge Christie Jr

Hear more from George Christie Jr in Season 4 of Secrets of the Underworld

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Jana is a collector of "kinda/sorta boyfriends" and dating stories. She has worked in media and famously produces a column of dating advice

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This is a REWIND from Secret of The Underworld with FORTAY

Check out the full story in season 4

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Darcy Cogdale made headlines when he was jailed for assault and drugs charges but his story began as a bullied high schooler who went from drug addict to succesful fitness entrepreneur all thanks to a coffee in the shower?

Follow Darcy and his journey at @drc.fit.pt on Instagram

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode with Graham 'Abo' Henry in Season 3

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Kim Hollingsworth's returns to Secrets of The Underworld to share even more stories from the underbelly of Kings Cross.

In thi fourth installment, Kim speaks on corruption in the police, council and justice system.

And in an upcoming part 4, she shares stories of corruption in between the police and the brothels in the golden mile.

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This is a short rewind from season 4 of SOTU. 

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Kim Hollingsworth's returns to Secrets of The Underworld to share even more stories from the underbelly of Kings Cross.

In thi third installment, Kim paints a graphic, in-depth picture of what it was like as a working girl in the cross.

And in an upcoming part 4, she shares stories of corruption in between the police and the brothels in the golden mile.

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Jack Irish is a self confessed Sex Slave, in this episode he tells Neil about the dark underworld of BDSM and Sex Slave "Relationships"

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episodes in Season 3: Epsiodes 9 and 10 

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In this episode, former FBI Agent Ken Strange takes Neil inside the life of a covert operative tracking down terrorists.  

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 3: Cops & Robbers | Graham 'Abo' Henry

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 In this episode, Neil goes into the secret world of swingers with Mizzy Bender.  

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 3: Being a Bra Boy | Dean Clarke

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Since the early 90’s Nick Skitz has been wowing fans with a particular dance sound that no other brand or series has been able to replicate. He is referred to as Australia’s Godfather of Dance Music by his legions of followers. In this episode, he gives Neil  the lowdown on his career 

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2: The Boxer Peter Graham.

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In this powerful story from the UK, we delve into the life of James Rose. In his deployment to Afghanistan, he stood on an IED, which saw his life drastically change forever, losing both of his legs.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2: The Golden Mile

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In this episode we explore Kim Hollingsworth's story as she goes from a King's Cross sex worker to New South Wale's Police officer. Her past resurfaces at the academy, challenging her new career path. 

In this captivating two-part podcast, Neil guides you through the depths of the underworld, presenting Kim's inspiring journey. Join us as we delve into a narrative of resilience, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of change, all through the eyes of Kim Hollingsworth.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2: Former Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace

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Kim Hollingsworth's story is nothing short of remarkable, beginning with her days as a sex worker in the vibrant yet challenging environment of Kings Cross. Her life takes a dramatic turn when she's accepted into the police academy, only for her past to resurface and challenge her new path.

In this captivating two-part podcast, Neil guides you through the depths of the underworld, presenting Kim's inspiring journey. Join us as we delve into a narrative of resilience, redemption, and the relentless pursuit of change, all through the eyes of Kim Hollingsworth.

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Sooshi Mango is an Australian comedy troupe made up of of two brothers, Joe and Carlo Salanitri, and their best friend, Andrew Manfre. They're best known for their comedy videos about their experiences growing up in an Italian family, and around Italians, Greeks, Croats, and other ethnic cultures living in Australia.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2 - Wanted Man | Neil Cummins

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Serb is an ex member of the Finks Motorcycle Club. He speaks to Neil about how he ended up in Bikie colours, what he loved about the life and why the world of the bikie he remembers is now dead.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2 - The Golden Mile | Peter Hayes

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Shane Cuthbert has lived a wild life. From being a touring durmmer at 15 to being on A Current Affair as a child AND as an aduly all the way to serving time. His prankster ways and negative views to authority have now turned him into a Mayoral candidate in Far North Queensland.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2 - The Owner

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Vas Blackwood played Lenny Henry's sidekick Winston Churchill in The Lenny Henry Show and Rory Breaker in the hit film Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels. In this episode he talks acting, growing up and a possible run on Neighbours 

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2 - The Screw

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Kurt Rigger is a Plumber who runs his own business. But after chasing payments from a client for months, he made a poor decision that sent him to prison. The only thing is, his family had no idea where he went.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 2 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in Season 2 - The First Lady of King Cross

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James Hubert Lawrence is a football coach and former professional player who played for Leicester City, Bradford City and more. But his career began behind bars playing inter prison matches.

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Neil tells the story of how he became one of Australia's Most Wanted

Hear the full episode in "Wanted Man"

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Terry Stone is a British actor, film producer and author. Before a career in film, Stone was a rave promoter, and is the founder of One Nation, Garage Nation, and Rave Nation.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 1 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in "Bodyguarding Celebrities"

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Jade "Evil Smile" Masson-Wong is a multi discipline fighter who now competes in Bare Knuckle Boxing. Hear the how and why she loves one of the worlds most brutal sports.

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This is an Underworld REWIND from Season 1 of Secrets of the Underworld.

Hear the full episode in "Story of a Stripper | Taylor Gunz"

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GARY JUBELIN was Australia's most celebrated homicide detective, bestselling author, podcaster (I Catch Killers), and more. In this episode, he talks about life as a copper and why he would never go back.

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‘Haze The Huntsman’, is a 130kg Queensland Fighter who boasts 56,000 Tiktok followers. He is unmissable given his body is covered in ink representing both his Maori ancestry and Norse Pagan religion. In this episode he shares his story of fighting from a young age.

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Jewish-American Natalie Sanandaji gives a detailed account of her escape from the deadly Hamas massacre at an Israeli music festival on October 7.

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Ian Griggs has lived a violent life. He has had several stints in prison for assaults and spent time as a young man dealing drugs. He has now turned his life around and moved into the world of acting. This is his story.

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Australian former boxing champion, Nader Hamdan, was just 16 years old when he was fighting on the streets and having run ins with the law. He went on to become a pro fighter with over 50 bouts around the world.

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Dani is a former stripper who has worked in some of Australia's biggest clubs. She shares her story of working, drug abuse and a dangerous moment where she was kidnapped.

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Justin "Mooch" DeLoretto joined a 1%-er motorcycle club in pursuit of age-old values of brotherhood. He later found that gaining personal power become the highest objective, rather than honoring the code that once bound his community.

His book Ride of My Life is available now

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Ollie is a former Postacode gang member in Queensland. He tells Niel about life stealing cars, armed robberies and why prison isn't scaring young people off of crime.

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From the street of Sydney, to MMA fighter. This is Fahood. Amateur MMA Fighter out of Sydney Australia and the #12th ranked Amateur Mens Lightweight in Australia & New Zealand

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Cassie Sainsbury arrived at a Colombian airport with a suitcase full of cocaine. She was sent to a Colombian prison and six years later she is back home to share the story of how an Adelaide girl ended up in an airport with over 5kg of cocaine.

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Lee Priest is a competitive bodybuilder. He is a former International Federation of BodyBuilders professional bodybuilder and a current National Amateur Body-Builders' Association professional athlete. He shares some of the things he's seen in his compeitive career and his thoughts on the current bodybuilding scene

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Trishy Dishy runs one of Sydney's best and exclusive bars. Rubbing shoulders with elites and partying until dawn, Trishy's life wasn't always the bright lights of Oxford street. Some could say she was a late bloomer...

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Paul Stansby grew up in a life of crime, dealing with mental health struggles and the loss of his brother. He shares his story and what he is doing to stop other walking in his footsteps

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Jad Blair is an Australian Sex Worker who is advocating for more safety and reform in the industry. She shares what it is like in the industry, the longest client she's ever had and other wild stories.

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Scotty from Dragonfly shares his stories of working Dragonfly nightclub and how he ended up behind bars

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Simon Newton is no regular bodyguard. The former British soldier has served in Afghanistan and been the personal security to some of the most famous faces in the world. 

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George Christie Jr., is a former president of the Ventura chapter of the infamous Hells Angels motorcycle club. We explore his experiences within the club, shedding light on the motorcycle club lifestyle and the inner workings of the Hells Angels

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George Christie Jr., is a former president of the Ventura chapter of the infamous Hells Angels motorcycle club. We explore his experiences within the club, shedding light on the motorcycle club lifestyle and the inner workings of the Hells Angels

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In this episode Neil chats with a fellow former doorman about the wild nights and mayhem at one of Sydney's most notorious night clubs, DCM'S

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Fortay is an Australian MC who grew up in Sydney's west plighing his trait in Sydney’s underground hardcore hip/hop scene since 2004. In this episode he shares what it was like in the early days of Australian Hip Hop, the grind of making albums and how to get Snoop Dogg on a record.

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