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EP #46: Fraud - Anna Sorokin
31/05/2020 Duración: 02h43min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover the ~iNsTaFaMoUs~ fake German Heiress "Anna Delvey". You will also find the links for Big Floyd and Huxley down below - please consider signing them both. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! #AnnaSorokin #AnnaDelvey #GermanHeiress #JusticeForBigFloyd: https://www.justiceforbigfloyd.com/?akid=268.1633302.MiE54X&rd=1&source=ema20200530-268&t=2#petition Myka Stauffer Petition: https://www.change.org/p/youtube-remove-myka-stauffer-s-monetized-youtube-videos-exploiting-a-special-needs-child?recruiter=842199295&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=copylink&utm_campaign=tap_basic_share Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/dbesim1/order-some-coffee-and-weall-reveal-what-friends-d7vcnwi3by Time stamps: Weekly news wra
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EP #45: FBI’s Most Wanted Fugitives - Arnoldo Jimenez
24/05/2020 Duración: 02h12min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the case of Estrella Carrera, who was murdered by her husband of less than 24 hours - Arnoldo Jimenez. If you have any information concerning this person, please call 1-800-CALL-FBI or contact your nearest American Embassy or Consulate. #EstrellaCarrera #ArnoldoJimenez #ManuelReyas Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! FBI Most Wanted Fugitive Profile: https://www.fbi.gov/wanted/topten/arnoldo-jimenez Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/theatergeek5/pick-a-picture-in-every-color-of-the-rain-bow-and-7oqwp9u10n Time stamps: Quiz: 23:53 Weekly news wrap up: 36:11 Main topic: 53:50 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform App
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EP #44: Epidemic - The Plague of Athens
17/05/2020 Duración: 01h23min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover the plague of Athens - an unidentified infectious agent that killed 25% of the citizens of the city between 429 and 426 BC. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ehisosifo1/pick-one-book-per-genre-poll-quiz Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 5:11 Weekly news wrap up: 23:28 Main topic: 28:10 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/controllers-and-couches TuneIn: https:/
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EP #43: Code Name - Project SUNSHINE
10/05/2020 Duración: 01h57min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the very creepy, and not very happy or bright; Project SUNSHINE - a conspiracy that was eventually proven to be true. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/hayleyrochelletillett/potato-dish-checklist-quiz Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 16:45 Weekly news wrap up: 33:42 Main topic: 50:56 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/controllers-and-couches TuneIn: ht
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EP #42: Fraud - Belle Gibson
03/05/2020 Duración: 03h20min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we deep dive into the story of Belle Gibson. From her humble beginnings and journey of self discovery, her web of lies and fraud, her meteoric rise and crash back to earth, and her life now. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/can-you-name-the-disney-movie-solely-by-its-font?bfsource=bfocompareon Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 22:50 Weekly news wrap up: 27:00 Main topic: 40:36 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDT
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EP #41: Urban Legend - Goody Cole
26/04/2020 Duración: 01h16min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover an urban legend straight out of New Hampshire - Eunice "Goody" Cole. Was she practicing witchcraft and jailed for familiarity with the Devil, or was she simply misunderstood because of her hard life? Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/american-british-australian-can-we-guess-quiz Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Movie Review: 13:23 Quiz: 15:28 Weekly news wrap up: 19:13 Main topic: 37:55 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show
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EP #40: Phenomena - The Min Min Light
19/04/2020 Duración: 01h37min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the Min Min Light - a phenomena observed in outback Australia. Between it being viewed as an omen by the Indigenous Australian community, and a perceived mirage, we discuss all of the potential explanations, and cover some recounts. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/fdougherty/what-joe-exotic-are-you-4efz8k0uza Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 13:00 Main topic: 27:23 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc
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EP #39: Missing - Macin Smith
12/04/2020 Duración: 01h34min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover the case of Macin Smith, a young man who went missing on the 1st of September 2015. We discuss the circumstances and theories surrounding his disappearance, and sift through the evidence. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Macin's Army: https://www.facebook.com/groups/macinsarmy/ Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 19:15 Main topic: 28:29 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify:
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EP #38: Cults - Heaven's Gate
05/04/2020 Duración: 02h37min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we deep dive into the Heaven's Gate cult. From the group's origins and history, to their theology and practices, and the arrival of the Hale-Bopp comet - we breakdown the second cult in our series. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/audreyworboys/trivia-random-knowledge-quiz?bfsource=bfocompareon&bfsource=bfocompareon Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 20:06 Main topic: 27:37 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l
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EP #37: Breach - Ashley Madison
29/03/2020 Duración: 01h18min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover the Ashley Madison scandal from our self-isolation cave, and discuss the scamming actions of ex-CEO Noel Biderman. We hope that you all stay safe and healthy - AND PLEASE STAY HOME. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/redpony59/which-marvel-supporting-character-are-you-1f91nubm0t Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 10:36 Weekly news wrap up: 16:05 Main topic: 25:05 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitche
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EP #36: Epidemic - The 15th and 16th Century Sweating Sickness
23/03/2020 Duración: 01h18min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we cover the first topic in our epidemic series: the sweating sickness that plagued England and Europe in the 15th and 16th centuries. Please forgive us for uploading this episode 24 h later than usual - we are all experiencing a busy time. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/blackhorsemimi/make-a-cake-to-find-out-what-season-you-are-f3so791ok5 Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 22:16 Weekly news wrap up: 25:06 Main topic: 35:00 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: htt
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EP #35: 7 Ancient Wonders - The Lighthouse of Alexandria
15/03/2020 Duración: 01h40min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the last Ancient Wonder on our list - the lighthouse at Alexandria. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/harrypotterfanarts312/hermione-grangeras-ultimate-quiz-3ui6btxukz?bfsource=bfocompareon&bfsource=bfocompareon Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: Weekly news wrap up: Main topic: Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/controllers-and-couches TuneIn: http
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EP #34: Urban Legend - The Spiteful Mermaid of Pyramid Lake
08/03/2020 Duración: 01h22min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the weird happenings at Pyramid Lake. What's causing the disappearances of fishermen every spring? A spiteful mermaid? Water babies? Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/ajdesti/whats-your-feline-personality-8fa49sfxzf Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 11:26 Weekly news wrap up: 20:01 Main topic: 38:55 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/controllers-and-couches
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EP #33: Identified - Ursula Barwick
01/03/2020 Duración: 01h38min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the case of Ursula Warwick - the young teenage girl who disappeared without a trace from Sydney in the late 80s. Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sarahaspler/shes-the-man-quote-quiz Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 ABC YT video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5KeMQtZXsMQ&t=305s Map: https://www.nowtolove.com.au/news/real-life/what-happened-to-missing-teenager-ursula-barwick-9067 Coroner's findings: http://www.coroners.justice.nsw.gov.au/Documents/PEARCE%20Jessica%20-%20Findings.pdf Picnic for the Missing: https://www.facebook.com/events/d41d8cd9/picnic-for-missing/1201367106540867/ Melissa's website: https://melissapouliot.com/missing-persons/ Time stamps: Quiz: 6:40 Movie reviews: 10:47 Weekly news wrap up: 19:12 Main topic: 26:56 Where to find the podcast: Topic request f
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EP #32: 7 Ancient Wonders - Colossus of Rhodes
23/02/2020 Duración: 01h10min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the cutest rats on the planet, and the price you must pay for a porcelain tub. We also cover the second last ancient wonder - Colossus of Rhodes. Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/cierrajones/one-has-to-go-along-with-all-of-their-work-will-au0mtt8gl2?origin=fil-qu Rats pictures: https://www.facebook.com/126260014251/posts/10158652278789252/?d=n The devil door rental twitter thread: https://www.boredpanda.com/funny-buying-house-horror-movie-stereotype-twitter-story-olivia-a-cole/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=organic Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 8:53 Weekly news wrap up: 18:06 Main topic: 35:40 Where to find the podcast: Topi
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EP #31: Code Name - PROJECT STAR GATE
16/02/2020 Duración: 01h36min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we breakdown PROJECT STAR GATE - AKA PROJECT FLAME GRILL. You know - the guys who stare at goats? Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/sydrobinson1/potato-knowledge-quiz Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 15:08 Weekly news wrap up: 22:11 Main topic: 37:20 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean.com Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6Z3VdHbiFDTH2KgD9vUc2l Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/controllers-and-couches TuneI
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EP #30: 7 Ancient Wonders - Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
09/02/2020 Duración: 01h12min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we continue on with our 7 Ancient Wonders series, covering the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. Steph also has an internal breakdown when she finds out how much Baby Yoda she is (spoiler alert: she's not). We also (non-spoiler) review The Grudge (2020)! Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/kaleb_mayer/what-baby-yoda-are-you-really-3nyn3zymsl Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 9:20 Reviews: 14:30 Weekly news wrap up: 22:30 Main topic: 28:18 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbe
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EP #29: Global Surveillance - Pine Gap
02/02/2020 Duración: 01h55min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the Joint Defence Facility Pine Gap AKA Pine Gap. From its antennas, its joint operation between the US and Australia, and the conspiracy that employees of the facility command drone strikes. We also review Bad Boys For Life (2020), Chris Watts: Confessions of a Killer (2020), The Ranch Part 8 (2020), and The Ghost Bride (2020). Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/shylawatson/national-treasure-random-knowledge-trivia-quiz?bfsource=bfocompareon American Airlines Article: https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/2020/01/13/americanairlineslawsuit/ Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 4:03 Reviews: 9:52 Listener's comments: 18:07 Weekly news wrap up: 19:19 Main topic
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EP #28: Murdered - Tegan Lane
26/01/2020 Duración: 01h51min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss the case of Tegan Lane. We breakdown Tegan's mother, Keli; and her double life, we analyse released police interview audio footage, and the unraveled lies. #TeganLane #KeliLane #TrueCrime Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/isabellalouise/this-travel-quiz-will-reveal-which-planet-youll-b-aj1jxrcwa8 Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Time stamps: Quiz: 5:50 Weekly news wrap up: 11:58 Main topic: 14:10 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv7pFbPVZvDv_SJeTCueDbkL76bRVvASg/viewform Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/controllers-and-couches/id1335555664 Podbean: http://controllersandcouches.podbean
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EP #27: The Anti-Vaccination Movement
19/01/2020 Duración: 02h09min***HEADPHONE USERS BEWARE*** And we are back! Hi guys, and welcome to another episode of our pod! Today we discuss vaccines - what they are, what they're composed of, and their history. We also breakdown (very heatedly) all of the anti-vaccine movements, including Andrew Wakefield's fraudulent "study". Please help the show grow by subscribing, as well as rating and reviewing the show! And leave us a topic request! Quiz: https://www.buzzfeed.com/stupidnugget2/which-soup-are-you-2r0p1llsia Red Cross link: https://register.redcross.org.au Crime Stoppers: https://www.crimestoppers.com.au or call 1800 333 000 Wollemi Pines story: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2020/jan/15/dinosaur-trees-firefighters-save-endangered-wollemi-pines-from-nsw-bushfires Time stamps: Quiz: 4:40 TV show reviews: 12:53 Listener's comments: 14:20 Weekly news wrap up: 20:53 Main topic: 28:34 Where to find the podcast: Topic request form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnbbL71lPLZ5In9xv