Best Dave Warneke Podcasts (2025)

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501 - Evel Knievel 2:08:46

4h ago2:08:46

2:08:46

How much do you know about the life and career of famed daredevil, Evel Knievel? We look at the man behind the stunts, along with our guest Nick Mason! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 08:03 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod C…

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500 (Part 3) - The Antwerp Diamond Heist with Wil Anderson and Rhys Nicholson 50:42

5d ago50:42

50:42

In honour of our 500th show, we had to include one of our favourite genres of report - a classic heist! In 2003, a group got away with $100million worth of diamonds from a vault in Antwerp. But the best bit? How they got caught ... This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 05:12 (though as always, we go off on tangents th…

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500 (Part 2) - The Dolphin Experiments with Kirsty Webeck and Suren Jayemanne 50:04

6d ago50:04

50:04

In 1961, a group of ten scientists conducted a somewhat clandestine meeting in Green Bank, West Virginia. They were there to talk about extra terrestrial life, but the real star of the show was more interested in dolphins - tune in for this wild story. CONTENT WARNING some of the experiments go a bit beastility This is a comedy/history podcast, the…

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500 (Part 1) - The Fouke Monster with Nick Mason and Cass Paige 55:01

7d ago55:01

55:01

We've made to 500 episodes! To celebrate we are releasing three episodes over three days, all recorded live at The Capitol Theatre in Melbourne. First up we have a mysterious cryptid called The Fouke Monster, AKA The Legend of Boggy Creek. Joining us to hear about this terrifying creature haunting the USA in the 1970s is Nick Mason and Cass Paige. …

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115 - The Day of The Triffids (with Nick Mason and Mr. Sunday Movies) 1:41:55

8d ago1:41:55

1:41:55

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read The Day of The Triffids. Hearing all about John Wyndham's post apocalyptic classic is Nick Mason and James Clement (Mr. Sunday Movies) from The Weekly Planet podcast. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo …

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499 - Camille Du Gast and the 1905 Algiers to Toulon Boat Race 2:26:26

14d ago2:26:26

2:26:26

In 1905 a motor boat race was staged from Algiers to Toulon and it's fair to say things didn't go well! This week we hear about the race and the amazing life of one of the entrants, Camille du Gast! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:53 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our…

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498 - The Great Imposter, Ferdinand Waldo Demara 2:05:23

21d ago2:05:23

2:05:23

Ferdinand Waldo Demara Jr. was many things... an engineer, a teacher, a monk, an academic, a psychologist, a prison warden, a sheriff's deputy and even a surgeon. The only problem was he wasn't qualified to do any of these things. He was, an imposter! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 04:37 (though as always, we g…

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114 - I Capture The Castle (with Bec Petraitis and Adam Carnevale) 1:52:37

22d ago1:52:37

1:52:37

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read I Capture The Castle. Hearing all about Dodie Smith's coming of age classic is Adam Carnevale and Bec Petraitis. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo Instagram: @bookcheatpod Facebook: @bookcheatpod Twitt…

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497 - The Clinton - Lewinsky Scandal 1:53:47

28d ago1:53:47

1:53:47

It's a scandal you have definitely heard of, but do you know exactly what happened in the Clinton - Lewinsky scandal? This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07.37 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts: Book …

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496 - Abraham Lincoln 2:33:18

1M ago2:33:18

2:33:18

You know his hat, you know his beard, but what about the man himself? Well it turns out he lived quite an incredible life! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 09:27 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our other podcasts: …

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495 - The Sankebetsu Brown Bear Incident 1:55:51

1M ago1:55:51

1:55:51

Japan, 1915 - a brown bear attacks and kills multiple villagers*. The people attempt to defend themselves but it seems the bear is stalking them and outsmarts them at every turn. Enter, the bear specialist Miyouke Yasutarō... Joining us this week is the master of Confessions, Sammy Petersen. *Content warning: this episode contains multiple people (…

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113 - The Postman Always Rings Twice (with AJ and Dane Simpson) 1:26:23

1M ago1:26:23

1:26:23

On this episode of Book Cheat Dave has read The Postman Always Rings Twice. Hearing all about James M. Cain's 1934 crime/hardboiled classic is Dane Simpson and AJ from Cult Popture. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://…

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494 - Tom Slick; Yeti Hunter 2:02:51

2M ago2:02:51

2:02:51

This week we're joined by friend and cryptozoology enthusiast, Jackson Baly! He tells us the tale of the ecentric millionaire and Yeti Hunter, Tom Slick. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 10:38 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). Jump on the Jarren's Outpost Kickstarter : https://www.k…

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493 - Mark "Chopper" Read 1:38:14

2M ago1:38:14

1:38:14

This week Alice Tovey joins us to tell us the story of one of Australia's most notorious criminal identities, Mark "Chopper" Read. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 11:01 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out Alice Tovey'…

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112 - We Have Always Lived In The Castle (with Cameron James and Jordan Barr) 1:20:54

2M ago1:20:54

1:20:54

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read We Have Always Lived In The Castle. Hearing all about Shirley Jackson's classic gothic novel is Cameron James and Jordan Barr. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linktr.ee/davewarneke Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/…

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492 - The New York Zodiac Killer 2:46:04

2M ago2:46:04

2:46:04

At the scene of a New York City shooting in 1990, an eerie note was found by the victim that simply read "Zodiac - Time to die!" This week we are joined by friend of the show Rhys Nicholson to hear the story of the New York Zodiac Killer! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 7.24 (though as always, we go off on tange…

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491 - Rube Waddell: Baseball's Zaniest Pitcher 1:45:17

2M ago1:45:17

1:45:17

Whether you are a baseball fan or not, you will definitely enjoy the story of the life and career of 'The Rube' Waddell. Famous for his pitching skills AND off the field antics. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 4.07 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: http…

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111 - Tarzan of the Apes (with Sammy Petersen and Ting Lim) 1:01:48

2M ago1:01:48

1:01:48

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read Tarzan of the Apes. Hearing all about the Edgar Rice Burroughs' original Tarzan story is Sammy Petersen and Ting Lim. Recorded live at Podfest, part of Writers Week at the Adelaide Festival 2025. See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave Warneke Dates The Entire Audience in Melbourne and Sydney: https://linkt…

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490 - The Acali, AKA The Sex Raft 2:02:09

3M ago2:02:09

2:02:09

In 1973, eleven brave souls from around the world set out on a small raft for a completely isolated 101 day journey across the Atlantic Ocean - all in the name of science! But when the experiment wasn't yielding the predicted results, the organiser resorted to some pretty questionable practices. Sex, hot people, murder plots and more... this story …

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489 - Julie d'Aubigny: History's Greatest Rascal 1:39:12

3M ago1:39:12

1:39:12

Julie d’Aubigny was a French opera-singing sword fighter from 17th-century France who lived a wild life and I can't wait for you to hear all about it! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 12.19 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Ch…

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110 - Huckleberry Finn (with Matt Stewart and Maren May) 1:46:32

3M ago1:46:32

1:46:32

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn. Hearing all about Mark Twain's classic is Matt Stewart and Maren May. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/ See Dave and Sammy on tour with Dave War…

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488 - The Tichborne Case 2:04:42

3M ago2:04:42

2:04:42

In the mid 1800s, a young heir tragically disappeared at sea. But then, miraculously, he turned up in regional Australia! (But he no longer had a French accent... or spoke any French... and he looked a bit different) This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07.29 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the re…

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487 - Jane Austen 2:10:37

3M ago2:10:37

2:10:37

Jane Austen is one of the most revered writers in history, but how much is actually known about her life? On this episode we dive into the life and work of the author behind Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility, Emma and so much more. Also, our great mate Michelle Brasier joins us for the fun! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begi…

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109 - Sherlock Holmes, The Sign of The Four (with Bron Lewis and Sammy Petersen) 1:38:58

3M ago1:38:58

1:38:58

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Sign of The Four by Arthur Conan Doyle. Hearing all about this Sherlock Holmes (and horny Dr Watson) story is Bron Lewis and Sammy Petersen. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/ S…

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486 - Murder in the Shadow of Disneyland 2:00:12

4M ago2:00:12

2:00:12

Disney, the most magical place on earth - but what lurks in the shadows? All sorts of stuff apparently! We're joined by Cameron James to hear all about it! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 10:04 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonp…

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485 - El Dorado: The Mysterious City of Gold 2:11:46

4M ago2:11:46

2:11:46

El Dorado, the mysterious lost city of gold that is said to exist somewhere in South America - what is the story? This week we find out! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:48 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://linktr.ee/dogoonpod Check out our ot…

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108 - The Call of The Wild (with Adam Carnevale and Jackson Baly) 1:18:36

4M ago1:18:36

1:18:36

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Call of The Wild. Joining him to hear all about Jack London's classic adventure story is Adam Carnevale and Jackson Baly from Sanspants Radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfest-book-cheat/…

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484 - The 'Press Your Luck' Scandal 1:54:01

4M ago1:54:01

1:54:01

If there's one thing we love, it's game show scandals! And this week we hear about a very successful contestant on the American game show Press Your Luck. But WAS he just lucky, or was there more to it? This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 09:49 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all…

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483 - The Kidnapping of Alfred The Gorilla 1:29:15

4M ago1:29:15

1:29:15

Alfred the gorilla was an icon of Bristol Zoo, known and loved around the world, when he died his body was put on display at the Bristol City Museum. One morning in 1956, staff arrived at the museum to find his body had been stolen! Who would do such a thing? Find out on this episode recorded live at The Tobacco Factory Theatre in Bristol. This is …

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482 - Space Cadets ; The Reality Show That Never Took Off 1:48:20

4M ago1:48:20

1:48:20

This week, we go back to 2005, when a group of young Brits were chosen to be the first British tourists sent to space. But there was more to this adventure than they realised ... This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 03:38 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: ht…

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481 - Vere St. Leger Goold: The Irish Tennis Champion Murderer 1:35:43

5M ago1:35:43

1:35:43

Recorded in front of a HOT Dublin crowd, we hear the story of Ireland's tennis champ, Vere St Leger Goold... and the story takes quite a few twists and turns along the way! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 08:02 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://…

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480 - The History of Dracula 1:52:36

5M ago1:52:36

1:52:36

More than 125 years since the character debuted, Dracula remains the quintessential vampire. But why is he so famous and what led to him enduring for so long? On this episode we explore the life of Dracula creator Bram Stoker and his most famous character's journey through popular culture. Also, check out the two most recent episodes of Dave's spin…

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107 - Dracula, Part Two (with Jackson Baly and Cass Paige) 1:11:00

5M ago1:11:00

1:11:00

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the second half of Dracula. Hearing all about the thrilling conclusion to Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/podfes…

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479 - The Mystery of the Sri Lankan Handball Team 1:51:11

5M ago1:51:11

1:51:11

In 2004 the Sri Lankan handball team made headlines around the world, but it wasn't for their on field prowess, instead they were wrapped up in an international mystery! This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 03:58 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://lin…

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478 - The Woolworths Christmas Bombings 1:37:26

5M ago1:37:26

1:37:26

Ho Ho Ho, Merry Christmas! Let's celebrate with a very jolly topic indeed ... the story of a string of bombings in 1980 at multiple Woolworths stores in New South Wales... This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 06:00 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the report). For all our important links: https://l…

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106 - Dracula, Part One (with Cass Paige and Jackson Baly) 1:20:33

5M ago1:20:33

1:20:33

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read the first half of Dracula. Hearing all about (well, the first 12 chapters) of Bram Stoker's gothic masterpiece is Cass Paige and Jackson Baly from Sanspants radio. See Book Cheat live in Adelaide on March 6 at Adelaide Festival Writers Week: https://www.adelaidefestival.com.au/events/2025-writers-week/po…

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477 - Yasuke, The African Samurai 2:12:37

6M ago2:12:37

2:12:37

This week we talk about Yasuke, the first non Japanese person to become a Samurai. Born somewhere in Africa, Yasuke became a samurai and close confident to the powerful Oda Nobunaga during one of the most tumultuous periods in Japan's history. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 07:35 (though as always, we go off on…

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476 - The Darien Scheme That Bankrupted Scotland 1:38:27

6M ago1:38:27

1:38:27

In the 1690s, Scotland tried to establish a colony in Panama... it did not go well. In fact it went so badly that it bankrupted almost the entire country. Recorded live at The Monkey Barrel Comedy Club in Edinburgh. This is a comedy/history podcast, the report begins at approximately 08:36 (though as always, we go off on tangents throughout the rep…

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105 - James Joyce's The Dead (with Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart) 1:11:25

6M ago1:11:25

1:11:25

On this episode of Book Cheat, Dave has read The Dead, the final story in Dubliners by James Joyce. Joining Dave for the annual Christmas episode are his beloved Do Go On co-hosts, Jess Perkins and Matt Stewart. Suggest a book for Dave to cheat: https://forms.gle/zj9DHBCFMuevS4VC6 Support Book Cheat and Do Go On on Patreon: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPo…

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