TOP 1 - Space
Here it is folks... you guessed it! Our top episode of all time. We had so much fun making this top 10 list for you all. See you in the new year and the brand new Shittin Bricks
Dec 28, 2023•41 min•Ep. 113
Shittin Bricks
A podcast based on the things that scare us the most!
Addicted to tales of horror or mystery? ‘Shittin Bricks’ won’t disappoint! Jump under the covers and follow comedic cousins Dom & Kate with their aussie-branded wit, as they share their favourite dark and terrifying true life stories. Combining conversational humour and investigative journalism, they explore some of the most frightening moments in human history. Buckle up!
Each week our hosts share one of their favourite true stories that has haunted them to this day. From cannibalism to the Bermuda Triangle they explore some of the most shocking moments in history. Facing terror head on but with a generous dash of the sometimes abrasive Australian humour you’ll be thoroughly grossed out or mystified by the honest truth.
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TOP 2 - Death Island
Without a doubt Dom's favourite episode and the one that taught him the most about the power of the podcast!
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 112
TOP 3 - Spanish Donkey
Ok so what happened and what did you do with Kate? She has gone all dark and twisted with this torture stuff.
Dec 14, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 111
TOP 4 - Cannibal Island
We go all the way back to the beginning with Dom's favourite banger of an episode!
Dec 07, 2023•42 min•Ep. 110
TOP 5 - Weather pt.1
Without a doubt Kate and Dom's number 1 shared love is wild weather... tune in to hear Dom crack the shits with the elderly!
Nov 30, 2023•46 min•Ep. 109
TOP 6.2 - Somerton. Man
That's right we solved it folks... so listen how we were a part of the famous ending to this epic mystery!
Nov 23, 2023•56 min•Ep. 108
TOP 6.1 - Somerton Man
That's right an Aussie Legend that you won't believe is true... there are so many twists and turns
Nov 16, 2023•59 min•Ep. 107
TOP 7 - Twins
We loved how Kate focused on the cutesie Twins but Dom loves the horror, take over the world Twins!
Nov 09, 2023•52 min•Ep. 106
TOP 8.2 - Miracle Flight 571
You gotta stick around to find out the amazing climax of the Miracle Flight
Nov 02, 2023•53 min•Ep. 105
TOP 8.1 - Miracle Flight 571
Without a doubt Dom's favourite survivor story of all time. Fan favourite too!
Oct 26, 2023•57 min•Ep. 104
TOP 9 - Stockholm Syndrome
Kate couldn't believe we've been told a lie all this time Join us as we go back and listen to the original Episode 96.
Oct 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 103
TOP 10 - Trypophobia
Dom's most icky fear comes in ranked number 10 of all time! Join us as we go back and listen to the original Episode 48.
Oct 12, 2023•56 min•Ep. 102
Episode 101 - Aussie Urban Legends - BooPod Halloween Special
Okay this really is our final episode EVER (at least in this format). What a glorious end to 100+ episodes by finishing with a BooPod Network Halloween Special - this year's theme is Urban Legends. Dom & Kate take you on a wild ride through tunnels, ghost rides and in to panther riddled jungles of mostly Sydney it seems.
Oct 05, 2023•52 min•Ep. 101
Episode 100 - TOP 10 + sneak peak!
Lesson is... Kate and I rock and there are so many episodes over the course of 100 that you should go back and listen to! Plus stay till the end to hear an exclusive teaser as to our brand new format and content for Shittin Bricks!!!! Its gonna be amazing so stay tuned!
Sep 28, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Ep. 100
Episode 99 - Giant Squid
Lesson is... keep your teeth to yourself and don't take Dom into deep water, like seriously! For Dom's final EVER episode (in the current format), he takes us on a wild ride back to the deepest darkest parts of the ocean. His childhood fear of face huggers from Alien comes ot life in his added fear of Giant Squid. You don't need to go 20,000 leagues under the sea, just tune into this week's episode to hear all the amazing facts about squid and why you don't want them as pets.
Sep 21, 2023•53 min•Ep. 99
Episode 98 - Doomsday Delights
Lesson is... Stick with Dom and make sure you have some useful skills otherwise he will off you! This week Kate opens a huge can of worms... end of the world folks... apocalypse type stuff so you beeter be ready either with your chequebook or cans of chicken. Would you survive? What do you think will end the world? Lets hear from the experts and then you can decide who's side you are on?
Sep 14, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 98
Episode 97 - GERMS
Lesson is... stop using makeup testers, and close the toilet seat lid before flushing folks! After this week's brain worm surgery announcement, Dominic could help himself and went digging for the world's most dangerous GERMS. Proper masochist he is! We got through lists and lists of the world's most deadliest germs and also some strange facts about staying away from airports and toilets. This is one not to miss!
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 97
Episode 96 - Stockholm Syndrome?
Lesson is... don't rely on Stockholm Syndrome for your defence, just ask to be the next prime minister and you should be good? Kate attacks with such gusto this week the notoriously tricky phenomenon of Stockholm Syndrome. Most of us know the original story but have heard of these lesser know cases? Well stick around as Kate gets us up to speed. Stay tuned for the real mystery though, is Stockholm Syndrome even a real thing? You'd be shocked about what the science says and the wobbly foundations...
Aug 31, 2023•53 min•Ep. 96
Episode 95 - Death by Mushroom
Lesson is... don't eat anything unless your kids and your ex eats it first! This case has dominated the global press recently for its simplicity and sinister nature. It is a tale as old as time and very difficult to prove but that's even more reason why people are fascinated with what's being dubbed, the 'Death Cap Case' This will drag on for some time so lets get the initial facts straight and we'll keep you updated as the case unfolds. Dom loves a mystery!
Aug 24, 2023•55 min•Ep. 95
Episode 94 - Feelin' Gassy!
Lesson is... carry a bottle of soapy water and fire blanket with you at all times! Kate has been holding out on us because she has a major fear that she hasn't shared with the group. Supposedly it is super common and not all that irrational either. There's numerous examples of how horrible BOOM can be all throughout history. Join us for a countdown of the worst in human history and one you probably didn't realise may have kicked off our obsession with disaster!
Aug 17, 2023•58 min•Ep. 94
Episode 93 - Batavia
Lesson is... if someone tries to take over your ship don't leave them in charge when you go for rescue. Also go to Western Australia, that's where all the treasure is! Dom has been inspired yet again by a Brickie listener and keeps on the Australiana theme, this time turning to the wild waters of the Indian Ocean. How many shipwrecks occurred during the 16th and 17th century? How much lost treasure is still yet to be found? Dial in this week to found out the lesser known story of the 'discovery/...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 93
Episode 92 - Catfish
Lesson is... coffee is always a first date must do activity, and trust us celebrities are just not that into you! This week Kate is back with a vengeance as she regails us with the history of where the term Catfishing comes from and some of the lesser known stories. Have you got a niece that doesn't seem quite right? Well be careful because she may be plotting to kill you. Seems far fetched right but it really isn't folks! Tune in to learn how best to stop a cat fish ruining your Sunday afternoo...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 92
Episode 91 - Ned Kelly Bush Outlaw No.3
Lesson is... if you don't like what we do, don't bloody listen! It is history... it's full of bias so get over yourself! This is the final of a three part Australiana series Kate and Dom have enjoyed telling. To boot it is Kate's birthday so enjoy the ride as we finish off a classic of a tale. The demise of the notorious Kelly Gang is one story you do not want to miss! and check out the special bonus episode on Patreon to hear about the lingering mystery.
Jul 27, 2023•58 min•Ep. 91
Episode 90 - Ned Kelly Bush Outlaw No.2
Lesson is... if your mom goes to jail for being a nuagty brawl fighting hooligan, let it be and just pan for whiskey and brew some gold! You're right folks, the astounding tale of Ned Kelly told through the whimsical minds of Kate & Dominic, cannot be missed. This week we come back for more as No.2 delves deeper into making of the Kelly gang. It all started with a drunk constable trying to make a name for himself and an unfortunate shoot out at Stringybark Creek. Keep your whits about you an...
Jul 20, 2023•57 min•Ep. 90
Episode 89 - Ned Kelly Bush Outlaw No.1
Lesson is... don't mess with Bonnie Doon and her gigs because she will turn full bushranger on your ass, or just drink you under the table. This week Kate & Dom go back to their literal roots and tell THE most iconic Australian tale of Ned Kelly and the epic struggles he and his gang overcame for us common folk. A legitimate true story of a. real life Robin Hood, you will not want to miss this as the first part of a three part epic series with rarely before heard details on the Kelly gang. W...
Jul 13, 2023•53 min•Ep. 89
Episode 88 - Pentridge Prison
Lesson is... always have a helicopter pilot standing by and when the walls are aflame, take the hint! Kate went on an excursion y'all and this time it was somewhere close to home in our very own Melbourne. While on school holidays Kate couldn't help herself, she is just addicted to always learning. This week we hear all about the infamous Pentridge Prison and some of the unlikely heroes and colourful characters who are still alive today! Whatever happened to this glorious prison? Tune in!...
Jul 06, 2023•1 hr•Ep. 88
Episode 87 - Titan Submersible
Lesson is... if the word experimental is used in the brochure, best to avoid it! Dominic being the self professed Titanic nerd and scaredy cat of the deep blue ocean, how could he not do an episode on the ill-fated adventures of the submersible 'Titan'. Stop playing your Blink182 CD and put down that Logitech remote controller and checkout our recap episode on what happened hour by hour plus the dodgy details of OceanGate's real intentions behind these tourist trips for billionaires!...
Jun 29, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 87
Episode 86 - Construction C*ck Ups
Lesson is... don't build roofs that are flat and watch out for the huge waves of molasses! Kate shakes things up this week quite literally as she recounts some histories most infamous disasters based on poor construction. Whether it be dams, bridges, buildings or even accidental giant magnifying glasses. You better tune in to hear what happens when people take the easy road instead of the safer option.
Jun 22, 2023•58 min•Ep. 86
Episode 85 - Zombie Fungus
Lesson is... like we needed another lesson on why climate change is not good for humans! Dominic is just scarring us for life it seems with this week's episode on the legitimacy of the recent TV cult following "The Last of Us". have you seriously thought about how likely it is something like this could actually happen? Well there is a bunch of science behind why it won't, why it can't UNLESS... famous last words right?!?! Well stick around for the bonus episode and your worst fears might actuall...
Jun 15, 2023•49 min•Ep. 85
Episode 84 - Government Experiments
Lesson is... don't you dare join the army and don't you dare trust your doctors because they are all trying to give you syphilis or spread mustard gas on your hotdog! Kate is leaning into our deepest darkest fears of being made sick by those who we trust the most. Governments, doctors, caretakers all with ulterior motives. We wonder why people don't trust the powers at be or fall prey to conspiracies, you can kinda understand why. Tune in if you dare...
Jun 08, 2023•56 min•Ep. 84
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