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What's That About?
Luke and Don take a look at the topics and trends that make them raise their eyebrows and wonder, what's that about?
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Episodes
#107 Bees
In this episode we take a look at bees. Tell you what, they’re not bad. In social etiquette, we find out if you can return a gift and exchange it for something better. Bold territory but Luke has done it and lived to tell the tale. Maybe.
Sep 30, 2024•43 min
#106 Elevators
This episode is the beginning of a beautiful love affair between Don and Elevators. They share an undeniable chemistry, no lifts and butts about it! In social etiquette, we tackle talking during the trailers of a movie and other equally compelling movie theatre dilemmas.
Sep 01, 2024•49 min
#105 The Olympics - Encore
What's that? A special encore of our smash hit Olympics episode from 2021. That's what! A grubby ratings grab that we're not above at all. Featuring 10 minutes of hot new content up front as we fumble our way to the old episode. It's a prolonged and unnecessarily long intro you don't want to miss.
Jul 31, 2024•40 min
#104 Insomnia
In this episode we toss and turn over insomnia.... Not in a dirty way, your mind is filthy, grow up. In social etiquette we figure out what to do when you avoid conflict at any cost when a kid is kicking your seat. And we talk more about Tongs than we anticipated.
Jun 30, 2024•47 min
#103 Time Travel
In this episode we explore time travel in incredible scientific detail. Just a couple of science boys chatting competently about quantum physics and general relativity. We also discuss nibbles.
May 31, 2024•49 min
#102 Harold Holt
This episode we go in search of the disappearing Australian prime minister, Harold Holt. He drowned. Or did he? Probably did. We also figure out exactly how many metres you need to chase your rubbish that’s blowing away in the wind before you can give up...we don't shy away from the big topics!
Mar 31, 2024•45 min
#101 Pyramids
In this episode we get to the bottom of pyramids. They're not bad actually, reasonably well built. Pointy. In social etiquette, we explore what to do when someone asks to borrow your stuff.
Feb 29, 2024•43 min
The 100th Episode Special
Join us as we celebrate one of the most significant human achievements since Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, What's That About's 100th episode. In what can only be described as the most naval gazing, self indulgent conversation in the history of human interaction, we take a trip down memory lane with an exclusive peek behind the podcasting curtain, as we deep dive into what we're about. Don't pinch yourself, Christmas hasn't come early this year, although you probably won't get a present th...
Jan 31, 2024•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 100
#99 New Year's Resolutions (for other people)
In this episode we sit down and reflect deeply on some New Year's Resolutions for other people, because we're fine...it's others that need to change. This is basically a list of small things that annoy us..... Also, in social etiquette, we tackle the delicate issue of who to catch up with when you're back in town for the holidays.
Jan 01, 2024•48 min
#98 Why do child stars go off the rails?
This episode we look at why child stars tend to go off the rails. It also includes a rare definition by the Luke's definition team. We also invent a tournament to find the best ever child star. It's a no holds barred child star smack down...guaranteed to be the sporting event of the year!
Nov 30, 2023•47 min
#97 What makes a hit song?
In this episode we get to the bottom of what makes a hit song. And just for a bit of fun, we release a hit song ourselves. Didn't take very long either, Not a big deal guys. In social etiquette we figure out how to handle a moment of great vulnerability - what to do when a toilet doesn't have a lock on the door.
Oct 31, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 97
#96 Anonymous
This episode we take a cautious look at Anonymous. Good guys doing good work in a good way. Please don't hack us, we're lovely. We also figure out the exact amount you need to contribute to a colleagues farewell card.
Sep 25, 2023•46 min
#95 Chat GPT
This episode we delve into Chat GPT. We could get used to topics that research themselves. For social etiquette, we head into the toilet stalls for yet another highbrow piece of sophisticated content. It's an episode not to be missed, unless you're busy this week.
Jul 09, 2023•43 min
#94 Beards
This episode we talk about beards, as well as whatever it is Luke calls that mildly furry thing on the bottom half of his face. We also discuss if it's ok to wear your bike helmet in the shops.
Jun 19, 2023•43 min
#93 Longevity: How to live longer
This episode we look at longevity- also known as doing all the boring stuff required to live a long life that just serves to prolong the misery of your final years. We also discuss whether to tell your workplace when it's your birthday!
May 05, 2023•41 min
#92 The 2022 Christmas social etiquette extravaganza
The final episode of the year is always our Christmas special. Guarateed to take some of the merry out of your Christmas. So pour yourself an extra large glass of eggnog (or the nog of your choice)....you're going to need it!
Dec 21, 2022•29 min
#91 The Loch Ness Monster
In this episode we do a giant bomb right into the depths of Loch Ness (naturally with an impressive splash). We also tackle the age old ethical dilemma: Do you have to mow your neighour's nature strip? (not a euphemism).
Dec 07, 2022•45 min
#90 Space
Join Luke and Don as they get lost in space. We share some amazing space facts that even a couple of dummies like us can understand. We're also joined by a special guest for a very special social etiquette segment.
Nov 16, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 90
#89 What makes someone attractive?
This is a topic Luke and Don have long pondered during an existential crisis whilst staring deep into the mirror. Using their very asymmetrical faces, they get to the bottom of this mysterious topic. They also look back at some of their very unsuccessful attempts to "woo" the ladies.
Aug 29, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 89
#88 Nostradamus
In this episode we get to know Nostradamus... good ol' Nossy D. We also spend an unnecessarily long amount of time talking about Family Ties. Enjoy!
Jun 24, 2022•33 min
#87 Man Boobs
This episode we take a look at a topic very close to our hearts...literally. Man boobs. We also tackle a modern social dilemma, at what percentage can I take someone's phone off the charger?
Jun 03, 2022•24 min
#86 Death
This episode we take a light hearted look at a heavy topic, death. So join us for some fun facts about death! We also open our "room with a review" for the first time. Thanks to everyone who sent in reviews, keep them coming!
May 26, 2022•45 min
#85 The Deep Sea
This episode we take a deep dive into the last largely unexplored part of Earth, the deep sea. Don't forget to give us a review for our new segment "room with a review" - where we'll read out all reviews we receive between now and the next episode....remember, be kind, we're sensitive little fellas!
May 12, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 85
#84 Crying
WTA is back for another year! Sneaking in the first episode before the end of the financial year... we're good! This episode we look at crying. Why do we do it? Why do some people not do it? Why is Luke an emotional robot? Why didn't his programmer include crying? This episode we'll answer all these questions and more!
Mar 20, 2022•28 min•Season 1Ep. 84
#83 2021 Christmas Special
Here's our 2021 Christmas Special! These xmas specials never seem to work - and this year is no exception! So grab some figgy pudding and lower your expectations. Tis the season to tolerate. The stocking is full of mini topics: Sinkholes Farts smelling worse in the bath/shower Tomatoes getting so hot Firewalking Getting sick on holidays Deodorant We also announce the winner of the magpie impression competition. Plus much much more! (not really, just a few side points that don't reach any dizzyin...
Dec 22, 2021•37 min
#82 Swearing
This week we take a look at swearing, and we swear a lot while doing it. Also, if you're hungry as a frog for more Mum content, you won't be hungry for much longer. We also launch our first ever listener competition. Make sure you enter to be in the running to win a very exclusive and sought-after slice of what's that about memorabilia. Warning: This episode on swearing contains swearing, but it's cute when we do it.
Nov 29, 2021•40 min
#81 Cold Water Therapy
This week we look at whether exposing yourself to cold water has any health benefits. We also have some big news from the Don's definition team. In social etiquette, we discuss the trials and tribulations of changing the bed sheets. ...and if that isn't enough, Don shows us his new horn, what an episode! Don't forget to take our listener survey! https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/72F3SGK...
Oct 20, 2021•42 min
#80 Havana Syndrome
This episode we take a look at Havana Syndrome, a mysterious syndrome striking down USA CIA agents. We also launch our first listener survey, you can take it here...go on, be your best friend? https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/72F3SGK...
Sep 24, 2021•32 min
#79 Hangovers
Hangovers, they're no good, and we'll tell you why! Also in this weeks social ettiquette segment, we discuss one of the riskiest moves in the business.... telling someone their lookalike!
Sep 09, 2021•38 min
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