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Deadass Podcast

"Transcending Taboos: Conversations on Life, Death and the Business around it. Capturing eulogies and sharing stories"

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Ep.58 - Nicko's Update

Today on the podcast, we have Nicko jump back on to give us an update from his initial diagnosis of Stage 4 Melanoma Cancer. He discusses the after effects of the treatment of Immunotherapy and where is going from there. If you want to here the full story previously. Jump on to episode 1 and 17 as well Cheers for tuning in! Visit our Merch Store: https://deadasspodcast.com.au/ Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeadasspodcast/ Find us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedeadass...

Jan 26, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 58

Ep.57 - The Mourning Show with Summer

Dearly beloved. We are gathered here today to share in our 1st Mourning Show for 2024! We dedicate this episode to some people who have passed. We share in some upcoming things. Answer some listener's questions and Weird Death of the Week! Cheers for lending your ears. Visit our Merch Store: https://deadasspodcast.com.au/ Follow our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedeadasspodcast/ Find us on Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thedeadasspodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Jan 22, 202457 minEp. 57

Ep.56 - Dave Casey

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast, we are joined by Dave Casey - SWL Racing owner, V8 Superute Championship Driver and Ambassador for the Rocky Nats. Dave tells us how it all started from backyard antics to racing at Bathurst and Goldcoast. The highs and lows of motorsports, SWL Racing and his future plans and goals. It was an absolute pleasure chatting to Dave and I appreciate you all tuning in! Visit SWL Racing for Merch: https://www.swlracing.com/ Visit our Merch Store: https://deadasspo...

Jan 18, 20241 hr 20 minEp. 56

Ep.55 - Trent Hodkinson

Today I had the privilege to sit down with Trent Hodkinson who played 174 NRL games and sealed the 2014 State of Origin victory for NSW and broke that famous QLD Streak. We discuss his career in the NRL, pre and post football career, community work, supporting sick children with "Trent's Kick for Kids". Trent is now involved in podcasting and is a Co-Host of the Homie Social Podcast. I am stoked to have him on for a chat and call him a mate. Cheers for tuning in! Homie Social Podcast: https://op...

Jan 15, 20241 hr 45 minEp. 55

Ep.54 - Phil Hore

Prepare to have your mind blown with some history connected to Australia and its early settlement. I am honoured to have Phil Hore back on the podcast. For the last 20 years Phil has been a museum educator and designed tours for some of the world’s leading institutions. With Australia Day coming Phil shares some wacky history about Australia that not many people know - like the name of the British pirate who came to Australia 80yrs before Cook, or the American who sailed with Cook and created th...

Jan 11, 20242 hr 9 minEp. 54

Ep.53 - Heather Liosatos

Dearly Beloved. We are gathered here today to share some stories by Heather Liosatos. Heather shares about how she grew up on a property in Walcha NSW, Her schooling, travelling overseas, the different jobs and careers, personal triumphs and tragedies. Heather has been involved in the funeral industry for over 10 years and recalls some of the amazing families that she has dealt with. Cheers for lending the ears! Visit our Merch Store: https://deadasspodcast.com.au/ Follow our Instagram: https://...

Jan 08, 20241 hr 24 minEp. 53

Ep.52 - Col Atkinson

Dearly Beloved! We are back to kick off 2024. Today, Col shares some of more his personal stories and journey through life. We discuss a beautiful story of a local man's devotion to his deceased wife. We also discuss Col providing a specialized service while he took a break from the funeral industry and much more! Cheers for tuning in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 04, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 52

Ep.51 - The Mourning Show - Cheers to 2023

Dearly beloved! We are hear to share our last episode for 2023. What a year it has been. We reflect on the year and finish up with a "Mourning Show". We discuss Taxidermy, Weird Death of the Week and Finish up discussing ashes. Thanks again to everyone tuning in! Bring on 2024 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 30, 20231 hr 17 minEp. 51

Ep.50 - Joel Rayner

Today we have hit the 50th Episode! A mini milestone and I am excited to sit down with Joel Rayner a local lad who was apart of the foundation of Freestyle Motocross (FMX) in Australia. Joel shares his journey riding as a young fella to making a career out of FMX and travelling overseas. It was awesome sitting down with Joel and reflecting on some of motocross events that he and others brought to this region. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 21, 20231 hr 7 minEp. 50

Ep.49 - The Pirate of Stanage Bay

Dearly Beloved! On this episode of the Deadass Podcast, we are joined by Jason Mitchell - The Pirate of Stanage Bay again who jumps back on to share some yarns about what has been happening up at Stanage Bay and some of his adventures that he has been on east and west! It is always a pleasure to have Jason on as he is a good friend of the podcast and will be a regular guest. Cheers for tuning in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 18, 20231 hr 22 minEp. 49

Ep.48 - Dayne Ladbrook

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast we have Dayne Ladbrook share a moment that changed his life forever. Dayne was the passenger in a single vehicle accident that resulted him in being a double amputee. Dayne shares his incredible story going through a 3 month induced coma and the rehabilitation involved. I was truly honoured to have Dayne on to share his experience. Cheers for lending your ears! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Dec 14, 20231 hr 49 minEp. 48

Ep.47 - Dale Perry

Today on the Deadass Podcast. I have my Uncle - Dale Perry who shares some of his life and career as a Police Officer in the Australian Federal Police. Also being a part of the Special Operations Team (SWAT Equivalent). The 29th of November this year marked 30 years since the Jolimont Centre siege that took place in Canberra ACT resulting in the serious wounding of one person and the death of another over the course of two hours. The centre was set on fire and extensive damage was caused by a lo...

Dec 11, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 47

Ep.46 - The Mourning Show with Col

Dearly Beloved. We are back for a another episode of the Deadass Podcast - The "Mourning" Show edition. We have our good mate Col back on for a catch up and to answer some questions from the Pallbearers. We share "Weird Death of the Week" brought to you by County Trucker Caps and discuss Embalming Chemicals. Cheers for lending your ears! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 07, 20231 hr 17 minEp. 46

Ep.45 - Allan Reinikka

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast. We have Allan Reinikka, a pole dancing legend who appeared on Australia's Got Talent and America's Got Talent. Allan has been pole dancing for 12 years and appeared on a Japanese and Chinese shows. Allan also works in the funeral industry offering livestream services for funerals all around Central Queensland. Allan also helped kick start the Deadass Podcast. It was an absolute pleasure having Allan on to share some of his life yarns. Hosted on Acast. See ...

Dec 04, 20231 hr 24 minEp. 45

Ep.44 - Zaden Bryant

Dearly Beloved. On this episode of the Deadass Podcast we kick off the Christmas period with our good mate Zaden Bryant jumping back on. Zaden is one of our most requested guests on the show and he was more than happy to share some more yarns and discuss all kinds of topics leading into the holiday season. So stoked to share this episode with you all! Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 30, 20231 hr 50 minEp. 44

Ep.43 - The Mourning Show with Summer

Dearly Beloved! Today on the Deadass Podcast, we dive into another "Mourning Show" with Summer and her usual antics. We discuss body farms, weird death of the week and what would be your own funeral song. These are just some of the topics we discuss and we also mention a few announcements! Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 27, 202358 minEp. 43

Ep.42 - Shagger

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast, we are joined by a retired detective and undercover agent Shagger, who started his career in the education system as a teacher. I was absolutely fascinated and amazed by some of the stories that Shagger shared of his career and journey through life. Get ready to have your ears peppered. Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 21, 20231 hr 44 minEp. 42

Ep.41 - Miguel and Brandt

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast, we decided to do a bonus episode. We have Miguel from Groom Barber Shop and Brandt from the Warriors Way come on talk about the yearly Rockhampton Charity Boxing event which they started and is coming up this week, 25th November 2023 at the Gracemere Sale Yards They discuss the motivation behind the evant and support Movember. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 19, 202351 minEp. 41

Ep.40 - Jake Norris

Today on the Deadass Podcast we catch back up with Jake Norris who lets us know how he went at Battle of Hastings - which is a world renowned BMX competition at Source Park, Hastings, UK. Combining the worlds best and most respected BMXers. Jake also fills us in on his travels around Europe and his travels back to brisbane, and then Canberra for the recent ACT Jam. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 16, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 40

Ep.39 - Stephen Bell

Dearly Beloved. We are gathered here today, to share in another episode of the Deadass Podcast. Back by popular demand we have Mr Stephen Bell who shares his journey of restoring a 1928 Indian 101 Scout Motorcycle which was recovered from an abandoned well in Struck Oil, QLD. The effort that took place, the involvement of his friends and resources that was used to get the Indian Motorycle restored and running (Still to this day) will leave amazed! I really enjoyed this episode! Cheers for tuning...

Nov 13, 20231 hr 53 minEp. 39

Ep.38 - Hutto

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast, we have a mate of the show Aaron Hutton aka Hutto on to share some of his journey growing up through Motocross and then later on in life through Downhill Mountain Bike riding. Hutto discusses his years of coaching motocross throughout CQ and beyond and then later adapting a new coaching program through his brand Dialed MX Coaching! I thoroughly enjoyed the chat and I hope you all do too! Cheers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Nov 09, 20231 hr 16 minEp. 38

Ep.37 - Heath Chant

On the this episode of the Deadass Podcast, I feel very honoured that Heath Chant reached out to us to share his journey and drove all the way from Toowoomba to do so. Heath feels the need to tell his story and to share his journey of losing his 1st wife to bowel cancer. The journey that was involved with that. The years it took to rebuild his life and start a new relationship. Now, Heath and his wife are going through a repeat situation as she has been diagnosed with Breast Cancer. Hosted on Ac...

Nov 06, 20231 hr 50 minEp. 37

Ep.36 - Colt Winchester

Today on the Deadass Podcast I had Colt Winchester from Wrestling Allegiance Rockhampton (WAR) come in have a chat about wrestling and Colt's journey through his work and life. Colt is a former WAR, QWAR and QWA Champion. Colt is also participating in the Rocky Charity Boxing and raising money for Movember. Cheers for tuning in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 02, 20231 hr 18 minEp. 36

Ep.35 - The 'Mourning" Show with Col Atkinson

On this episode of the "Mourning" show we dedicate it to our UK correspondent Justin Burgess from Hertfordshire. He is a 6th Generation Funeral Director and his children (7th Generation) work in the industry as well. It was great to get a 1st hand perspective of the funeral industry in the UK and comparing it the industry here in Queensland, Australia. Keep an eye out for Justin as he will be a regular on the Mourning Show in future episodes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

Oct 30, 20231 hr 21 minEp. 35

Ep.34 - Nick "Mullet" Grieves

On this episode of the Deadass Podcast I sit down with Nick "Mullet" Grieves and have a chat about some of his life stories and why he is stepping up to fight in the Rockhampton Charity Boxing and supporting Movember. Here is a link if you wish to get behind Nick and donate to Movember: https://movember.com/m/14763793?mc=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 22, 20231 hr 11 minEp. 34

Ep.33 - The "Mourning" Show - Halloween Edition

Today we sit down and share a special Halloween Edition of the "Mourning" Show. We talk about some Halloween related subjects. We answer the questions that have come in from the pallbearers and share a massive scam in the industry! Cheers for tuning in Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 16, 20231 hr 18 minEp. 33

Ep.32 - Salty Seamen

The Boys from Salty Seamen (Kurt and Jack) pop in to have a chat about them making the 2023 Topwater Film Invitational via a wild card! They joined forces with Brett from Coastal Chaos Adventures and had won out of 100 other amateur's film creators to obtain the wild card entry! They share with us the journey they took to get where they are now. If you want to watch the ultimate fishing showdown. Jump onto www.topwaterfilminvitational.com and help cast a vote for the boys! Kurt and Jack will be ...

Oct 10, 20231 hr 3 minEp. 32

Ep.31 - Phil Hore

Historian and Published Author Phil Hore joins Deadass Podcast for a chat about his career and early life. For the last 20 years Phil has been a museum educator and designed tours for some of the world’s leading institutions, including: The Australian War Memorial, Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History, Chicago’s Field Museum, The London Natural History Museum just to name a few. Phil is also an author of books and articles for newspapers and publishers across the world, including the w...

Oct 05, 20232 hr 9 minEp. 31

Ep.30 - The "Mourning" Show with Col

Dearly Beloved, I am back for another "Mourning" Show with my mate Col. We discuss questions that have come through from the listeners (The Pallbearers). Share the Weird Death of the Week sponsored by Country Trucker Caps and go through another embalming case I did back in 2015. Cheers for tuning in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oct 02, 20231 hr 14 minEp. 30

Ep.29 - Stephen Bell

Dearly Beloved, Today's episode is a special one. This is a beautiful story of a son fulfilling his father's final request to be taken in a vintage hearse to his funeral. Stephen Bell shares his journey on how he made a promise to his father and the effort he took to source an old hearse, get it back up and running and ready for his fathers funeral. This hearse is a 1924 Hudson Super Six and is owned by my father. I hope you all enjoy this as much as I did! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...

Sep 28, 20231 hr 36 min
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