Best Ben Rennie Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 26 - Wieambilla Shooting 33:37

29m ago33:37

33:37

In this episode Damo and Schultzy decided to talk about the Wieambilla Shooting that occurred in December 2022. Due to the current inquest the topic has been on their minds, leading them to discuss it in a manner that humanises the police and offers a different perspective on the incident.By benschultz

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Episode 25 - Alice Springs 38:47

6d ago38:47

38:47

The Two Ordinary Cops engage in a conversation about the challenges Damo faced residing in Alice Springs and carrying out policing duties in the area. Amidst generational tensions and societal dysfunction, the news is consistently filled with troubling headlines, yet viable resolutions remain elusive. This is a behind the scenes view of what Alice …

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Sean Wang 46:06

1d ago46:06

46:06

Alex is joined in the virtual cinema this week by Oscar nominated filmmaker Sean Wang to talk about his debut feature, the coming-of-age comedy drama 'Didi (Out July 26th). Sean then takes us on his perfect trip, involving the anime movie that is his FONDEST MOVIE MEMORY, the Scorsese movie moment that makes him PUMP HIS FIST IN THE AIR, the body-h…

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Episode 24 - Behind the Lines of Undercover Policing. 53:18

4h ago53:18

53:18

Schultzy and Damo explore the realm of undercover policing with insights from Jason Somerville, a former undercover operative in the Queensland Police. The anecdotes shared are captivating, ranging from moments of perceived imminent danger or exposure to more lighthearted and comical situations that Jason encountered during his undercover assignmen…

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Jeff Zimbalist 1:01:34

2h ago1:01:34

1:01:34

Joining Alex in the virtual cinema this week is filmmaker Jeff Zimbalist to talk about his incredible new documentary Skywalkers: A Love Story about a pair of extreme rooftoppers attempting to perform the greatest rooftopping stunt ever - and hitting Netflix on July 19th. Jeff then takes us on a trip where he tries to cheer up a musical legend, des…

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Episode 23 - Sticky Situations 38:02

1d ago38:02

38:02

Damo and Schutzy reflect on the various demanding scenarios they have faced in their careers while serving in remote regions of Australia. They emphasize the crucial role of mentorship provided by senior officers in their early days, guiding them in managing situations with minimal use of force. They highlight the necessity for police officers to a…

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Dimitri Leonidas 1:40:18

21d ago1:40:18

1:40:18

Actor Dimitri Leonidas joins Alex in the virtual cinema this week to talk about his role in the epic new Ancient Rome TV series 'THOSE ABOUT TO DIE' - directed by Roland Emmerich and coming to Amazon Prime in the UK on July 18th. He then takes us on a trip including how a film's third act turning point should always include a SOUR SWEET. The Jack N…

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Episode 22 - Lethal Use Of Force 43:45

9d ago43:45

43:45

Damo and Schultzy discuss the guidelines set forth in policy, procedure, and legislation that dictate when law enforcement officers are permitted to employ lethal force. They recount personal anecdotes of near encounters that could have warranted such action, shedding light on the complexities while navigating these high-stress scenarios.…

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Episode 21 - Funny Stories 3 - Good Ol' Grog 41:05

1M ago41:05

41:05

Damo and Schultzy share amusing anecdotes during nights out, involving intoxicated individuals, such as men disrobing in front of female officers and women concealing items from police.By benschultz

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James Krishna Floyd 1:07:12

18d ago1:07:12

1:07:12

Actor and filmmaker James Krishna Floyd joins Alex in the virtual cinema to discuss his brilliant debut feature Unicorns (hitting screens on July 5th), before taking us on his perfect trip to the movies to discover the the Ridley Scott movie that has the perfect ending, the Oscars moment that he considers the most shocking, the line from One Flew O…

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Episode 20 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 4 36:15

1M ago36:15

36:15

Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie AMP emphasised that he moved into the commissioned role in the police to maintain high morale among officers and addressing systemic challenges within the police force to enhance trust, effectiveness of law enforcement to serve the community well. The discussion revolves around both positive and negative experie…

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Robert Morgan 1:04:08

1M ago1:04:08

1:04:08

Joining Alex in the virtual cinema this week is filmmaker Robert Morgan, to chat about his brilliant new psychological horror 'Stopmotion' about a stopmotion animator becoming obsessed with finishing her movie. Robert then takes us on his perfect trip to the movies, talking about why food is a big no no for him at the cinema, why Henry: Portrait of…

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Aaron Curnow: 25 Years of Spunk & Rock Music! 1:00:06

1M ago1:00:06

1:00:06

Summary Aaron Curnow, the founder of Spunk Records, discusses his career in the music industry and the relationships he has built with artists. He reflects on the success of the label and the challenges he faced, including the impact of COVID-19. Curnow also talks about the importance of being connected to the music and the artists he works with. H…

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Episode 19 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 3 42:38

2M ago42:38

42:38

Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM shares insights on the Jabiluka Mine protests in 1998. At that time, Bob supervised up to 52 police officers and coordinated the police actions during the protests. In this discussion, he addresses different types of protesters, ranging from sincere environmentalists to radical extremists.…

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Fra Fee 1:06:24

2M ago1:06:24

1:06:24

Rebel Moon star Fra Fee joins Alex in the virtual cinema this week to discuss his brilliant new BBC drama Lost Boys and Fairies as well as take us on his perfect trip to the movies. We discover the joys of going to the cinema by yourself! Discover the magical movie musical out later this year he cannot wait to see! Find out which Richard Curtis mov…

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Episode 18 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 2 41:52

2M ago41:52

41:52

Accompany the Two Ordinary Cops as they engage in a conversation with Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM, reminiscing about his experiences at the police academy during the early 1980s and reflecting on the unique challenges of law enforcement during that period. The dialogue delves into the strong sense of camaraderie within the police force…

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Episode 17 - The Bob Rennie Series - Part 1 34:51

2M ago34:51

34:51

It is time to hear from some of the legends of the Northern Territory police force. In the initial segment Damo and Schultzy engage in a conversation with Retired Superintendent Robert Rennie APM, to gain insights into the early days of policing that preceded their own experiences. In this episode he will share anecdotes about his various roles wit…

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Celyn Jones 1:05:57

1M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

Alex is joined in the virtual cinema by the brilliant actor, writer and director Celyn Jones, who is having a very busy 2024! From 'Swede Caroline' to 'The Almond and the Seahorse' to the upcoming 'Chuck Chuck Baby'. As well as chatting about those movies, Celyn takes us on a wonderful trip, from a fond memory of watching Ghostbusters, to the geniu…

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Episode 16 - Being Resourceful Without Resources 1:04:33

2M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

Schultzy and Damo delve into the challenges of conducting major operations, such as a yacht rescue and murder investigations, in remote areas with minimal resources, emphasising the pivotal role of strong community engagement as a cornerstone of success.By benschultz

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Episode 15 - Our worst jobs... 51:12

3M ago51:12

51:12

Police will attend a high number of distressing jobs in their career and there are always some that are burned into your brain. In this episode Schultzy and Damo talk about some of the jobs, that not only affected them at the time, but continue to affect them years down the track.By benschultz

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Renny Harlin 46:19

2M ago46:19

46:19

Alex is joined by the legendary Renny Harlin to talk about his new horror 'The Strangers: Chapter One' (Out May 17th) and go on his perfect trip to the movies. They discuss the James Cameron movie moment that makes him pump his first in the air. Which Baz Luhrmanm movie he can't understand why more people don't love. The Alfred Hitchcock scene he c…

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Episode 14 - Funny Stories 2 31:32

3M ago31:32

31:32

Today, Damo and Schultzy are regaling us with amusing anecdotes from their time on the job, ranging from thrilling car chases to unexpected encounters with pepper spray. Sit back, relax, and prepare to be entertained by their hilarious tales.By benschultz

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Rachele Schank 58:41

2M ago58:41

58:41

Joining Alex in the virtual cinema this week is actress Rachele Schank to tell us about her new historical drama 'Love, Courage and The Battle of Bushy Run' before taking us on her perfect cinema trip including which Hollywood A-Lister she'd take with her and the rom-com of their's that is her MOST WATCHED FILM. The Guillermo Del Toro movie scene t…

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Episode 13 - Conducting Investigations 37:05

3M ago37:05

37:05

Damo and Schultzy give you a brief overview of how police conduct investigations on a strategic level, before talking about one of their first investigations together as junior cops. Of course this comes with a few deviations and shoutouts to people who contacted us recently.By benschultz

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Episode 12 - ANZAC Day 34:30

3M ago34:30

34:30

Schultzy and Damo talk about how important it is to remember ANZAC day along with some of the discussions they had with defence personnel. It includes some of the feedback they received and some ideas of what people would like to hear in future episodes.By benschultz

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Episode 11 - Police and Podcast 34:40

4M ago34:40

34:40

In this episode, Schultzy and Damo chat about releasing the podcast along with some of the feedback they received. They discuss some of the reasons they left the police, along with some of the issues police face every day, both on and off the road. However there is always laughter to be had along the way.…

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Katy O'Brian Returns 1:09:55

3M ago1:09:55

1:09:55

The brilliant Katy O'Brian joins Alex in the virtual cinema to talk about her new romantic thriller 'Love Lies Bleeding' in which she stars alongside Kristen Stewart, as well as her upcoming blockbuster disaster sequel 'Twisters'. Katy then takes us on trip involving spicy margaritas, the Disney drive experience that she remembers fondly, 'The Dark…

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Episode 10 - Domestic Violence 30:22

4M ago30:22

30:22

Domestic Violence (DV) is a very heavy subject but it is one that needs to be discussed. In this episode Damo and Schultzy talk about some of the history of police dealing with DV and some of the difficulties police now face when investigating DV incidents.By benschultz

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Arkasha Stevenson 1:02:22

3M ago1:02:22

1:02:22

Joining Alex in the virtual cinema this week is filmmaker Arkasha Stevenson to chat about her debut feature 'The First Omen' in cinemas now! Arkasha then takes us on an incredible trip involving the David Lynch movie that set her on the path to becoming a movie-maker, why Thelma and Louise left her in floods of tears, how the horror genre deserves …

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Episode 9 - Leadership 29:07

4M ago29:07

29:07

The two ordinary cops discuss the importance of leadership within policing on many different levels and within the community itself.By benschultz

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Episode 8 - Specialist Roles 36:49

4M ago36:49

36:49

The two ordinary cops talk about the mental step up from GD's policing to the more complex criminal investigation side of the house.By benschultz

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Ricky Whittle 1:05:57

3M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

'American Gods' star Ricky Whittle joins Alex in the virtual cinema to talk about his latest movie, gripping war thriller 'Land of Bad' out on streamers April 26th. He then takes us on an epic trip involving a lot of love for a Tom Cruise classic, the Spielberg movie that left him traumatised as a child, why a Rocky quote is one of the greatest and…

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Episode 7 - Bush Policing 101 33:43

4M ago33:43

33:43

Schultzy and Damo describe what it is like policing in the bush. Get some insight about lessons learned and what is the best approach when working in some of the most remote communities in Australia.By benschultz

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Episode 6 - Funny Stories 34:07

4M ago34:07

34:07

In the last episode we spoke about PTSD and some of the challenges that come with it. Now we would like to lighten the mood and make you laugh. These are real stories, so sit back and enjoy.By benschultz

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Episode 5 - Talking PTSD 28:27

4M ago28:27

28:27

Listen to Damo and Schultzies experiences living with PTSD and stories from close friends they have shared with us. This is brought to you through early popular demand from our previous releases. These stories may affect some listeners.By benschultz

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Episode 4 - The First Big Job continued 23:05

4M ago23:05

23:05

Following on from the last episode, Schultzy talks about his first critical incident.By benschultz

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Episode 3 - The First Big Job 27:08

4M ago27:08

27:08

After a few months of getting used to the rigours of policing, the two ordinary cops discuss their first critical incidents and how that affected them. Damo starts off talking about his first big job.By benschultz

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Episode 2 - The first Days on the Beat 27:07

4M ago27:07

27:07

The two ordinary cops complete training and start their careers as probationary constables in the top end town of Katherine.By benschultz

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Episode 1 - The College 25:14

4M ago25:14

25:14

The two ordinary cops start out as trainees at the Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services College.By benschultz

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Episode Six - Funny Stories 34:07

4M ago34:07

34:07

In the last episode we spoke about PTSD and some of the challenges that come with it. Now we would like to lighten the mood and make you laugh. These are real stories, so sit back and enjoy.By benschultz

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Gil Kenan 51:39

4M ago51:39

51:39

*This episode contains spoilers to Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire* Alex is joined in the virtual cinema by Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire director Gil Kenan to talk about the latest big screen visit to Spook Central and the latest news on the upcoming animated series, before he takes us on a trip celebrating the martial arts movie that makes him pump his…

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Episode five - Opening the conversation about PTSD 28:27

5M ago28:27

28:27

Listen to Damo and Schultzies experiences living with PTSD and stories from close friends they have shared with us. This is brought to you through early popular demand from our previous releases. These stories may affect some listeners.By benschultz

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Episode four - The first big job continued 23:05

5M ago23:05

23:05

Following on from the last episode, Schultzy talks about his first critical incident.By benschultz

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Episode three - The first big job 27:08

5M ago27:08

27:08

After a few months of getting used to the rigours of policing, the two ordinary cops discuss their first critical incidents and how that affected them. Damo starts off talking about his first big job.By benschultz

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Episode two - The first days on the beat 27:07

5M ago27:07

27:07

The two ordinary cops complete training and start their careers as probationary constables in the top end town of Katherine.By benschultz

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Episode one - The College 25:14

5M ago25:14

25:14

The two ordinary cops start out as trainees at the Northern Territory Police, Fire and Emergency Services College.By benschultz

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Thea Sharrock 1:00:31

4M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

Alex is joined in the virtual cinema by filmmaker Thea Sharrock to talk about her brilliant new football drama 'The Beautiful Game' out on Netflix on March 29th. Thea also takes us on an incredible trip, discussing the amount of pressure on the shoulders of Deadpool 3 to 'SAVE THE MCU', the Star Wars moment that utterly broke her, the Andrew Scott …

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Jeff Wadlow 1:30:16

5M ago1:30:16

1:30:16

Joining Alex this week is filmmaker Jeff Wadlow to talk about his new Blumhouse horror 'Imaginary' (out in cinemas March 8th) and take us on his perfect trip to the movies! We're talking the joys of Titanic and the Marvel movie moment that never fails to bring him to tears... 'On Your Left!' What he considers the greatest ever Rocky movie and why h…

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Nikolaj Arcel 57:43

5M ago57:43

57:43

Joining Alex in the virtual cinema today is writer and director Nikolaj Arcel whose new epic period drama 'The Promised Land' is in cinemas now. He takes us on a trip in which he declares the WORST Star Wars movie ever, the Spielberg classic he ADORES, which Pixar movie makes him BAWL, the Japanese horror movie that BROKE him, and an UNPOPULAR OPIN…

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Tom Ellis 1:01:24

5M ago1:01:24

1:01:24

The 'Miranda' and 'Lucifer' star Tom Ellis joins Alex in the Virtual Cinema this week to chat about his new Netflix romantic comedy 'Players,' out on Valentine's Day. He'll also take us on a trip that includes bringing a former president of the USA as his guest, showing a lot of love for a Spielberg classic, discussing which Whoopi Goldberg movie h…

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