Best Catching Wreck Podcasts (2026)

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2025 Picks: Why we need to move beyond BMI 15:31

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BMI, or body mass index, has long been used as a simple calculation to determine if someone is underweight, a ‘healthy’ weight or obese. But when it was devised by a Belgian mathematician almost 200 years ago, it was never supposed to be a tool to measure health. Now, researchers are challenging the way obesity is defined and diagnosed. Today, a lo…

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2025 Picks: Do we need laws to stop AI taking your job? 16:15

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Could artificial intelligence be key to improving Australia’s living standards? A Productivity Commission report suggests the roll out of the technology could inject more than a hundred billion dollars into the economy over the next decade. But there’s a catch. If AI can take over from workers on some tasks, are swathes of humans set to lose their …

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Why Most Incident Response Plans Fail — And What to Do Instead 6:04

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Episode Summary: Most companies have an incident response plan, but very few have one that actually works at 2 in the morning when everything goes sideways. In this episode, Mike Fitzpatrick breaks down the real reasons IR plans fail, why untested playbooks become liabilities, and how CEOs can turn a paper plan into a real business protection strat…

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2025 Picks: How China became a green energy superpower 14:32

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In the month of April, China installed more solar power than Australia ever has. China is also now home to half of the world’s wind power and half of the world’s electric cars. Despite this, China remains the world’s biggest emitter of greenhouse gases. So, is it a climate hero or villain and how has the Chinese Communist Party managed to roll out …

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CINEMA COLLEGE CUSTODIANS: Love Actually (2003) Review 1:13:05

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The Cinema College Custodians take over for the Film School Janitors once again, and this time they are tackling a film with a lot of baggage - and we're not talking baggage you claim at the airport!LOVE ACTUALLY arrived at the baggage claim, er, at the theaters in 2003, and it's had a storied history of re-evaluations since then, so now it's the C…

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2025 Picks: The productivity problem with car washing 16:32

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Why have so many hand car wash services replaced automatic machines? It has to do with immigration policies and there are implications for Australia’s productivity which is among the worst in the developed world. Economists insist boosting productivity is the only way to improve our living standards, but could delivering higher wages first actually…

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2025 Picks: Why energy giants want to control solar batteries 16:03

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It was a decision driven by spite for Sydney man Peter Anderson. He was determined to buy a solar battery for his home so he could take money away from the big power companies, while never receiving a hefty power bill again. But his plan came unstuck after agreeing to participate in a so-called virtual power plant. Today, energy reporter David Merc…

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If Cyber Can Move a Stock Price, It Can Move a Deal Price 7:26

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If Cyber Can Move a Stock Price, It Can Move a Deal Price Host: Mike Fitzpatrick A single cyber issue can cut your valuation before you ever reach the negotiating table. Most advisors won’t mention it. Buyers won’t announce it. But the discount shows up anyway. In this episode, Mike Fitzpatrick breaks down how cyber risk shapes deal pricing in the …

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YANKED FROM THE TRASH BIN: Christmas with the Kranks (2004) Review 27:48

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The Film School Janitors know trash when they see it, and with this review they ask - is CHRISTMAS WITH THE KRANKS trash? Or is it gold? Or frankincense? Or myrhh?Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis star in this adaptation of a John Grisham novel (yes, the courtroom thriller guy tried to get some of that crunchy Christmas cash). The nicest thing to say …

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Sarah Ferguson on interviewing Jacinda Ardern 25:00

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Sarah Ferguson's interviews illuminate the biggest issues of our times and reveal insights from the most interesting people in public life. How did she stop US ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee from "flooding the zone" when grilling him on US support for Israel's war in Gaza? What did she learn about compassion in politics when speaking with New Z…

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Leigh Sales on humanity’s best stories 26:00

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Some stories are best told first-hand by those at the centre of the action. It's how the ABC's Australian Story has brought us so many compelling personal narratives and it's a format that's captivated the program's host Leigh Sales. So which episodes stick in her mind? There's a dramatic rescue on the Franklin River, the widows who found love agai…

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‎Vince Guaraldi Trio “Christmastime Is Here” / “Linus & Lucy" 1:00:35

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Theo tells the story of the jazz pianist and his band’s unlikely, ubiquitous Christmas classic and the TV special that it soundtracked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Matt Bevan on the players in Trump’s orbit 25:00

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The US President Donald Trump has surrounded himself with colourful and controversial characters. From Steve Witkoff, who once bought Trump a sandwich and is now taking the lead on peace efforts in Gaza and Ukraine, to Howard Lutnick, the tariff tsar. How did they secure their key roles and what effect are they having on the policies of the most po…

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CINEMA COLLEGE CUSTODIANS: Zootopia 2 Review 29:28

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The Film School Janitors are working the day shift, and the Cinema College Custodians cover the night!This time they get together to discuss the sequel that's on its way to breaking box office records, ZOOTOPIA 2! How does it compare to the first film? Listen to find out!By Film School Janitors

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Stephanie March on Gaza, autocracy and elephants 26:00

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ABC foreign correspondent Stephanie March has explored the tensions between elephant tourism in Botswana and the destruction the creatures bring to local communities. She's brought us a glimpse of Gaza, where children live in tents and she's walked the streets of Georgia, as fears grow about the influence of Russia and a slide towards autocracy. Th…

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Alan Kohler on robots and the future of work 23:00

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The continuing rise of artificial intelligence was one of the big stories of 2025. But how long until humanoid robots, with an AI brain, step into the limelight and take our jobs? This week, Sam Hawley is joined by ABC presenters and journalists to discuss their best stories and interviews from the past year. Today, ABC finance presenter and commen…

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RODNEY'S WRECKS: Evil Toons (1992) Review 31:31

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Rodney picked this one, and can you say you're surprised?The Film School Janitors watched the low-brow, low-budget horror (?)/ comedy (?!) called EVIL TOONS. Is there evil? Yes. Is there 'toons? Only one 'toon for about 90 seconds. But there are a couple of other reasons to watch this trashy flick - why David Carradine and Dick Miller, of course!Wh…

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Is Bondi the start of a new era of terror? 16:15

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What actually works to prevent terrorist attacks and is Australia up to challenge in a complex threat environment? The Prime Minister says new laws to tackle antisemitism will include powers to deport so-called hate preachers and a new criminal charge for those advocating "racial supremacy". He’s also been pressured into adopting in-full the recomm…

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Albanese’s 'wicked' antisemitism problem 19:12

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Catastrophe has a way of shaping leaders. Winston Churchill during World War Two, George Bush during 9/11 and Scott Morrison during the Black Summer bushfires. It may define Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s leadership too, as he comes under pressure to respond to the antisemitism crisis and the Bondi Beach terror attack, in which 15 people were ki…

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Cyber Insurance in 2025 and Where It’s Headed in 2026 4:39

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Cyber Insurance in 2025 and Where It’s Headed in 2026 Bite Size Security Cyber insurance has changed. Quietly. And most businesses haven’t noticed yet. In this episode of Bite Size Security, Mike Fitzpatrick breaks down what cyber insurance really means in 2025 and as we head into 2026, why insurers no longer care about what you say you do, and why…

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Everything we know about the Bondi shooters 17:03

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Who could do such a thing? It’s the question Australians are asking after Sunday’s mass shooting at Bondi Beach. How did they radicalise? Who did they associate with? And what drove them to plan and execute the worst terror attack in Australia’s history? Today, investigative reporter Sean Rubinsztein-Dunlop on what we know about the shooters and th…

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CINEMA COLLEGE CUSTODIANS: Bugonia (2025) Review 51:22

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Sometimes the Film School Janitors need to work extra hours as CINEMA COLLEGE CUSTODIANS!This is their first review and it's a doozy! Emma Stone shaved her head for BUGONIA, and what poor custodian had to clean that mess up!By Film School Janitors

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Jewish leaders’ call to action after the Bondi massacre 15:34

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Sydney’s Jewish community is in shock after Sunday's mass shooting at Bondi Beach. It was an act of terrorism that Jewish leaders long feared. So, in the depths of their sorrow, how are they coping and what are they asking for? Today, Rabbi Mendel Kastel from support group Jewish House, whose brother in law Rabbi Eli Schlanger was killed in the att…

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The Bondi terrorist attack targeting Jewish people 18:30

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The terrorist attack targeting Jewish people at Bondi is the worst mass shooting in Australia since the Port Arthur massacre. Sixteen are dead and many more injured at a place special in Australia's heart, at an event special to the Jewish community, Hanukkah. Today, extremism expert Dr Josh Roose on whether authorities failed to heed the warnings.…

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YANKED FROM THE TRASH BIN: The Toxic Avenger Part II (1989) Review 30:26

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I don't think the Film School Janitors are giving this movie series its proper due!THE TOXIC AVENGER PART II is the sequel to the origin story about a janitor superhero... what else could they ask for?! That they take Toxie to Japan? Ask and ye shall receive!By Film School Janitors

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Will the Netflix-Warner Bros deal kill the movies? 14:27

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Streaming giant Netflix is battling Paramount for control of the historic Warner Bros studio, which includes HBO and a treasure trove of film and TV content. Warner Bros has backed the $72 billion US Netflix bid, despite Paramount offering billions more in a deal that would include the television assets, including news network CNN and the Discovery…

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Episode 191: Receiver of Wreck, Getter of largey egg 1:50:37

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This episode, Loz, Dolph, and Star chat about: The Work Chimney. Christmas tables. The container of Bananas. Die Hard is apparently not a Christmas movie. The Cemetery Ghost. Ryanair Boss charged for extra legroom whilst dining at a restaurant. Netflix agrees $72B deal for Warner Bros studios. Intern leaves job after company demanded his prize from…

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Why Anika Wells’ travel costs don’t fly with taxpayers 16:22

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Imagine being able to claim thousands and thousands of dollars in expenses so your family can join you on work trips, or to fly business class to New York, or for private drivers to take you to the biggest sporting events. Well, Minister Anika Wells is under intense pressure to justify her use of taxpayer funds, even if it’s all within the rules. T…

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Selling Your Business? Don’t Let Cyber Risk Turn Your Golden Goose Into a Wreck 6:08

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Episode Summary: If you plan to sell your business in the next three to five years, cyber risk may be the biggest threat to your exit that no one is talking about. A single breach, a hidden vulnerability, or an untested environment can delay your deal, cut your valuation, or kill the transaction outright. In this episode, Mike Fitzpatrick breaks do…

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Which houses will survive this bushfire season? 15:33

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In the first week of summer, dozens of homes have been destroyed in bushfires; at Dolphin Sands in Tasmania, on the New South Wales Central Coast, and at Bulahdelah, north of Newcastle where a firefighter also died. A local builder at Koolewong in New South Wales noted that a recently constructed home, built to modern fire safety standards, was lef…

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Amazon Prime's Playdate Review 28:34

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What won't the Film School Janitors watch and review for their fans?Well, they watched and reviewed PLAYDATE, so I would venture to say the sky's the limit!By Film School Janitors

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The e-bike problem on our roads (and footpaths) 15:23

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They’re a cheaper and convenient alternative to driving a car, but some e-bike riders are causing massive headaches for other road users and police. A string of serious injuries and deaths in e-bike crashes, particularly involving children, is fuelling calls for a crackdown. Today, Geoff Rose from the Monash Institute of Transport Studies on the in…

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The reality of the teen social media ban 15:31

18d ago15:31

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Parents and teens are preparing for life cut off from social media when Australia’s world first ban for under-16s officially starts on Wednesday. The government has admitted it will take time to remove everyone aged under 16 from the platforms and it’s becoming clear older users could get caught in the net. So, how can you prove that you’re old eno…

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Cyber Risk As a Business Metric 5:58

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Episode Summary Cyber risk has quietly moved from a technical concern to a financial metric that directly affects business valuation. In this episode, Mike Fitzpatrick explains why buyers, insurers, and regulators now treat cybersecurity as part of the valuation formula — and what that means for CEOs preparing for growth, investment, or an eventual…

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The Juliana Hatfield Three “My Sister” (w/ Tawny Newsome) 1:25:29

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Michael tells the story of the Boston singer/songwriter’s deceptive Alternative Rock chart-topper. Actor/comedian/writer/musician Tawny Newsome joins the conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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FOUND BEHIND THE VENDING MACHINE: The Conjuring 2 (2016) Review 21:59

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Hey, it's the next film in the Conjuring Universe - THE CONJURING 2!The Film School Janitors will get through all these movies... eventually. What did they think about this one, based on a famous hoax called "the Enfield Poltergeist"? Listen to find out!By Film School Janitors

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Is Trump about to go to war with Venezuela? 16:04

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The United States has deployed 15,000 troops and sent warships to the Caribbean in the biggest military build-up there since the Cuban Missile Crisis. It follows months of deadly US strikes on boats from Venezuela it says are smuggling drugs. Today, Latin America expert Orlando Pérez from the University of North Texas on why Donald Trump is turning…

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Can farmers take on transmission towers and win? 16:07

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Australia’s renewable energy transition is well underway with new poles, wires and transmission towers planned across the country. But some farmers say they’re being pressured and harassed to hand over land for the infrastructure to get electricity from where it’s generated to where it’s used. Today, reporter Alysia Thomas-Sam from ABC’s 7.30 progr…

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What new lending rules mean for property prices 14:34

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Australian property is now more expensive than ever and soaring mortgage debt has the financial regulator hitting the brakes on risky lending. But could stopping banks for offering some loans do anything to stop rapid price growth for homes and units? Today, the ABC’s chief business correspondent Ian Verrender on what’s worrying APRA and the outloo…

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Chapter 9: Examples: When Life Happens, Apply the Practice 24:59

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Chapter 8: You Got This! 4:54

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Chapter 7: Repeat to Retrain 10:06

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Chapter 6: Practice in the Wild 4:44

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Chapter 5: Quick Recap of A Pause Practice 2:10

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Chapter 4: The Practice, Broken Down 13:41

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Chapter 3: It's Not Your Fault, It's Your Default 9:24

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Chapter 2: The Interruption 10:03

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Chapter 1: A Pause Practice 22:24

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The Crow (2024) Review 42:15

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So Hollywood went and did a thing... they remade THE CROW thirty years later after decades of trying to reboot it.How did they do? The Film School Janitors make the caw. Check it out!By Film School Janitors

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Is Ukraine any closer to a deal with Putin? 15:34

24d ago15:34

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In a flurry of peace talks over the last week, Ukrainian officials have been desperately trying to avoid an unjust deal with Russia being imposed on it. They’ve been pushing back against a controversial 28-point proposal that would have required Ukraine to surrender significant territory, restrict the size of its defence force and give up on ambiti…