Best Mr. Probability Podcasts (2024)

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Mr Cruel 6 - The Murder of Karmein 1 32:14

29d ago32:14

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This is the first in a series of podcasts about the enduring mystery that is the unsolved abduction and murder of Karmein Chan in 1991. In this series, Eamonn from Melbourne Marvels and Jay from Whoismrcruel.com will discuss the fallout from this event by analysing contemporary media reports on it in the hope that it may give us a different perspec…

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Episode 96 – “1971: Sweet Sixteen, A Top Three, and A Rare Win”

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We’re finally back to Eurovision in the 1970s! In this episode, we chat about host city of Dublin, the host of 1971, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1971, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1971 ba…

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WMP Supplemental 13: Eurovision 2024: A Contest For The History Books (For Probably The Wrong Reasons)

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Eurovision 2024. Well. It was a time. We asked our listeners via our socials to give us topics to talk about, and we answered as best as we could. We hate having to say this, but as always here at WMP: these are our thoughts, and our opinions. 2024 was definitely an experience. You’re going to hear a lot of stories, these are just ours. And for the…

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WMP Supplemental 12: United By Music For a Divided Fandom – Our Probably Unhelpful Guide to Eurovision 2024 2:44:15

4M ago2:44:15

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Eurovision 2024 is just around the corner and we are as mentally prepared as we can be in a very difficult time for the fandom. Join Danie and Mark as they share their thoughts about all 37 songs Eurovision 2024 and play their Top 10 based on a Jury of two. Songs discussed: Titan – Besa (Albania) Jako – Ladaniva (Armenia) One Milkali (One Blood) – …

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Episode 95 – “1975: Portraiture, New Scores, and Ding Dong The Dutch Are Calling” 1:34:08

5M ago1:34:08

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Stockholm, the host of 1975, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1975, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1975 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Ein Lie…

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Episode 94 – “1973: The Muppets, Nestling Swallows, and We Recognise You” 1:32:04

6M ago1:32:04

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Luxembourg, the host of 1973, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1973, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1973 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Baby B…

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Episode 93 – “1978: The Lift, Lazy Susan Orchestra, and Alphabet Games” 1:22:17

6M ago1:22:17

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Paris, the hosts of 1978, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1978, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1978 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Dai li dou…

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Episode 92 – “1979: Concentric Circles, Stereotypes, and Glittering Suspenders” 1:33:14

8M ago1:33:14

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Jerusalem, the hosts of 1979, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1979, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1979 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Satell…

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Episode 91 – “1972: Juries Of Two, Scotland The Brave, and A Greek Winner For A Grand Dutchy” 1:30:32

8M ago1:30:32

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Welcome to Eurovision in the 1970s! In our first episode of Season Five, we chat about host city of Edinburgh, the host of 1972, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1972, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 1…

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Episode 90 – “1983: Channel 0/28, Triplicate, and The Gift Of Performing Last” 1:31:23

10M ago1:31:23

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In our last episode of Season Four, we chat about host city of Munich, the host of 1983, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1983, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1983 based on a jury of two. Songs …

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Episode 89 – “1981: A Welcome To Cyprus, An Annoyed Mr Naef, and Velcro Skirts” 1:28:30

11M ago1:28:30

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Dublin, the host of 1981, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1981, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1981 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Playback –…

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Episode 88 – “1985: Underpants, Repeat Offenders, and A Swinging Winner” 1:35:01

1y ago1:35:01

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Gothenburg, the host of 1985, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1985, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1985 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Didai …

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Episode 87 – “1986: Fortress Of Solitude, 7 Kilos Of Dress, and She’s Only 13!” 1:27:12

1y ago1:27:12

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We’re back to the 1980s of Eurovision, finally! In this episode, we chat about host city of Bergen, the host of 1986, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1986, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1986 b…

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WMP Supplemental 11: Our Long Farewell to Liverpool 1:19:15

1y ago1:19:15

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Join Danie and Mark as they say goodbye to the 67th edition of the Eurovision Song Contet held in Liverpool, UK. We chat about the city, the contest, all the weird and wonderful things that happen being on the ground, and answer some listener questions! If you want to only hear about what we thought of the Eurovision 2023 results, you can skip ahea…

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WMP Supplemental 10: Our Rather Ridiculous Guide To The Songs of Eurovision 2023, Please Don’t Hate Us 1:52:46

1+ y ago1:52:46

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Our tenth supplemental! Wow, a bit of a milestone! Also our BIGGEST episode yet! Join Danie and Mark as they share their thoughts about all 37 songs Eurovision 2023 and play their Top 10 based on a Jury of two! Songs Include (either in full or part): Duje – Albina and Familja Kelmendi (Albania) Future Lover – Brunette (Armenia) Promise – Voyager (A…

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Episode 86 – “1988: Tron, Shoulder Pads, and That Winning Canadian” 1:27:18

1+ y ago1:27:18

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In this episode, we chat about host city of Dublin (again!), the hosts of 1988, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1988, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1988 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: …

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Episode 85 – “1982: Yorkshire Water, Sixty One Points, and A Little Peace” 1:24:35

1+ y ago1:24:35

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In this episode, we chat about host city (town?) Harrogate, the host of 1982, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1982, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1982 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Nu…

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Episode 84 – “1984: Teenagers, Similar Staging, and Golden Shoes” 1:33:18

1+ y ago1:33:18

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In this episode, we chat about host city Luxembourg, the host of 1984, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1984, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1984 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Ciao, amo…

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Episode 83 – “1987: Feuding Broadcasters, Casablaca, and That Bloke From Frankston Again” 1:33:01

1+ y ago1:33:01

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Happy Johnny Logan New Year, everybody! In this episode, we chat about host city Brussels, the host of 1987, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1987, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1987 based on a…

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Episode 82 – “1980: A Volunteer, A Tight Budget, and That Bloke From Frankston” 1:22:46

1+ y ago1:22:46

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Merry Johnny Logan Christmas, everyone! In this episode, we chat about host city The Hague, the host of (and the rest) of 1980, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1980, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10…

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Episode 81 – “1989: Neons, Cheese, and Rocked By 7 Points” 1:24:29

1+ y ago1:24:29

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WELCOME TO SEASON FOUR! In this episode, we chat about host city Lausanne, the two hosts of 1989, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1989, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1989 based on a jury of tw…

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Doses 💊 10:52

1+ y ago10:52

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Have you gotten so good at covering up that itch you have - better than a druggie? We start this one by opening up, that's where we find the source of the itch. Then, we identify that itch only to end up asking ourselves...WHY this itch? Do you have an itch that never gets scratched?--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sh…

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Episode 80 – “1990: Too Old, Euro Cat, and Toto Unites Europe” 1:27:53

2y ago1:27:53

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In this our last episode for Season 3, we chat about host city Zagreb, the two hosts of 1990, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1990, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1990 based on a jury of two. S…

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Episode 79 – “1999: Religious Education, Red Wine, and That Heavenly Outfit” 1:28:29

2y ago1:28:29

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In this episode, we chat about host city Jerusalem, the three hosts of 1999, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1999, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1999 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Say…

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Episode 78 – “1992: EuroBird, Some Bloke Named Christer Björkman, and Why? Johnny Logan!” 1:28:03

2y ago1:28:03

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HAPPY EUROVISION NEW YEAR! In this episode, we chat about host city Malmö, the two hosts of 1992, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1992, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1992 based on a jury of tw…

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Episode 77 – “1994: Giant Nightmare Heads, Riverdance, and Oops, Another Win” 1:30:48

2y ago1:30:48

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In this episode, we chat about host city Dublin (for the last time this season!!), the two hosts of 1994, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1994, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1994 based on a ju…

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Episode 76 – “1996: A Rebrand, Ooh Aah A-ha, and RTE’s Wallet Opens Again” 1:22:21

2y ago1:22:21

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In this episode, we chat about host city Oslo, the two hosts of 1996, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1996, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1996 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Liefde is …

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WMP Supplemental 9: The Sound of Us Chatting About Eurovision 2022 1:07:28

2+ y ago1:07:28

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Our Supplemental Series returns after a long break – thanks Jay! Join Danie and Mark as they share their thoughts about all 40 songs Eurovision 2022 and play their Top 10 based on a Jury of two! Songs Include (either in full or part): Sekret – Ronela Hataji (Albania) Snap – Rosa Linn (Armenia) Not The Same – Sheldon Riley (Australia) Halo – LUMIX a…

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Episode 75 – “1995: Happy 40th, The Kirkorov Factor, and 24 Words” 1:16:57

2+ y ago1:16:57

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In this episode, we chat about host city Dublin, the host of 1995, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1995, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1995 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Kolybelnaya d…

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Plant-Based 🌿 13:20

2+ y ago13:20

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You are what you eat! So take a second think! Because meat needs to be slayn, our nutritionist Guest recommends the vegan thing. Mooo!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highprob/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highprob/support

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Episode 74 – “1993: Sexy Sax, HORSIES!, and a Host Country Win” 1:23:39

2+ y ago1:23:39

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In this episode, we chat about host city Millstreet, the host of 1993, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1993, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1993 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Esmer Yar…

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Episode 73 – “1998: Cowbell, Double Wogan, and the Diva We Needed” 1:17:30

2+ y ago1:17:30

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WE ARE BACK! We’ve moved house, copped a flooded room, survived the rest of 2021 covid free, and haven’t even finished building the booth! Hello 2022, and 1998! In this episode, we chat about host city Birmingham, the two hosts of 1998, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1998, the interval act, European and Australian news,…

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Mr Cruel 4 - The abduction of Sharon Wills 1:23:01

2+ y ago1:23:01

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In the early hours of 27 December 1988 an intruder broke into the home of the Wills family in Ringwood. After tying up the parents he took a 10 year old girl from the home and took her to an unknown lair where she was held for 18 hours. This episode is an an analysis of this crime.By Melbourne Marvels

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Illumiroomie ✨ 12:50

3y ago12:50

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All that glitters is gold, or at least so were told. Have you been vaccinated? Be careful of what you hear, be careful of what you see and above all be careful what you put into your body according to our Guest!--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highprob/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/p…

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Spirits 👻 10:52

3y ago10:52

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Have you ever seen something beyond the realm of reality? Do you spend time talking and touching base with SELF? Grab some headphones and tune in, your dose of spiritual healing, with a twist of terror awaits. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/highprob/messageSupport this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/po…

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Episode 72 – “1997: Ronan Keating’s Mullet, Bye For Now To Italy, and That Winning Green Shirt” 1:18:30

3y ago1:18:30

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In this episode, we chat about host city Dublin, the two hosts of 1997, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1997, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 1997 based on a jury of two. Songs Include: Minn Hin…

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Episode 71 – “1991: Allora, A South American Farewell to Yugoslavia, and Those Five Ten Points” 1:32:29

3y ago1:32:29

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WELCOME TO SEASON THREE AND WELCOME TO THE GLORIOUS NINETIES AT EUROVISION!! In this episode, we chat about host city Rome, the two hosts of 1991, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 1991, the interval act, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, …

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Episode 70 – “2019: Four Hours Eleven Minutes Twenty Seconds, Fallen Madonna, and In A Big Arcade” 1:57:53

3+ y ago1:57:53

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In this episode, we chat about Tel Aviv, the four hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2019 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 2019 based on a jury of t…

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Mr Cruel 3 - Other attacks attributed to Mr Cruel 35:51

3+ y ago35:51

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At different times since 1985, the police or the media have also linked this same perpetrator to another 12 sexual assaults at least. At present, it is unknown if any of these attacks have been definitively ruled out by investigators as being the work of Mr Cruel.By Melbourne Marvels

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Episode 69 – “2007: Battle of the Bands, Semi Final of Death, and Serbian KD Lang” 1:26:43

3+ y ago1:26:43

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In this episode, we chat about Helsinki, the two (well three) hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2007 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 2007 based on…

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Mr Cruel 2 The Lower Plenty Attack 1:18:35

3+ y ago1:18:35

1:18:35

An in-depth discussion of the first of the canonical attacks in the Mr Cruel series - the Lower Plenty Attack. This episode analyses the majority of what has been written or said about this case in the media and highlights many of the contradictions of these representations.By Melbourne Marvels

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Episode 68 – “2009: Hot Mess Hosts, Hefty Props, and the One Winning Violin” 1:37:07

3+ y ago1:37:07

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In this episode, we chat about Moscow, the two sets of hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2009 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 2009 based on a jury…

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Mr Cruel 1 - Serial Abductor and Probable Child Murderer - Overview of Case 11:55

3+ y ago11:55

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Mr Cruel is the moniker for a serial child abductor, and most probably murderer, who terrorised Melbourne in the late 80s and early 90s and has never been caught for his crimes. In this first post, I start with an overview of the case and try to clear up some confusion about which crimes were actually attributed to Mr Cruel.Music by Yellowtree.…

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Episode 67 – “2008: Lovable Hosts, MySpace, and We Liked Your Other Song More” 1:36:07

3+ y ago1:36:07

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In this episode, we chat about Belgrade, the two hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2008 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, the WTF and OMG moments of the contest, the voting, and play our top 10 of 2008 based on a jury of tw…

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Episode 66 – “2017: Giant Heads, Weird Props, and Fast Food Music” 1:50:44

4y ago1:50:44

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Listen to the episode here: This is the biggest episode we have ever done so strap yourselves in! In this installment, we chat about Kyiv, the three hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2017 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European and Australian news, what was happening in entertainment, t…

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Episode 65 – “2010: Orbs, Violins, and Underwear? They’re Blue.” 1:28:42

4y ago1:28:42

1:28:42

Listen to the episode here: https://windmachinepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/episode-65-2010-orbs-violins-and-underwear-theyre-blue.mp3 WE’RE BACK!!! And we missed you! In this episode, we chat about Oslo, the three hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2010 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interva…

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The Unresolved Disappearance of Frederick Valentich 1:00:59

4y ago1:00:59

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On 21st of October, 1978, 20 year old Frederick Valentich is flying a Cessna 182L light aeroplane from Moorabbin Airport to King Island. Not long after commencing the over water section of the flight, between Cape Otway and King Island, Valentich reports to the air traffic controller seeing a craft with 4 bright lights passing over his plane. The u…

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Episode 64 – “2011: Slapstick, A Welcome Return, and Drunken Karaoke.” 1:25:08

4y ago1:25:08

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Listen to the episode here: https://windmachinepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/episode-64-2011-slapstick-a-welcome-return-and-drunken-karaoke.mp3 In this episode, we chat about Dusseldorf, the three hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2011 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, European an…

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Episode 63 – “2005: A Thousand Drums Drumming, a Random Wind Chime, and Our Number One” 1:28:35

4+ y ago1:28:35

1:28:35

Listen to the episode here: https://windmachinepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/episode-63-2005-a-thousand-drums-drumming-a-random-wind-chime-and-our-number-one.mp3 In this episode, we chat about Kyiv, the two hosts, the postcards, the controversies, the fashion at Eurovision 2005 plus the winner of the Barbara Dex Award, the interval acts, E…

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Episode 62 – “2006: A Confused American, a Button Shortage, and Praise for Hard Rock” 1:25:04

4+ y ago1:25:04

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Listen to the episode here: https://windmachinepodcast.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/episode-62-2006.mp3 Before we get to the main bit, we’re absolutely devastated that Eurovision 2020 is cancelled for May in Rotterdam. While we kinda knew that this contest was in danger, it’s still a shock anyway. We’ll be business as usual here at WMP but please…

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