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In this weekly series, journalist Monika O'Hanlon speaks with extraordinary people and delves into interesting topics and historical events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Lesbian Vampire Killer: Inside Australia’s Bizarre 1989 Murder (opens the original)
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In October 1989, a brutal killing on the banks of the Brisbane River shocked Queensland. Within days, newspapers around the world were running the same chilling headline: “The Lesbian Vampire Killer.” But how did a tragic crime become a global media sensation? In this episode of The StickyBeak , Monika O’Hanlon revisits the infamous case of Tracey Wigginton and the murder of Edward Baldock — exploring the events of that night, the rumours that followed, and the headlines that turned a shocking c
Swiss Wrestling: Inside the Ancient World of Schwingen (opens the original)
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What happens when one of Switzerland’s oldest traditions begins to change? Schwingen , also known as Swiss wrestling , is one of Switzerland’s oldest and most beloved sporting traditions. Wrestlers compete in a sawdust-covered ring, wearing traditional clothing and following rituals passed down through generations. In this documentary-style episode of The StickyBeak , Mon explores the history of Schwingen , from its roots in rural Alpine Switzerland to the huge national festivals that attract th
She’s in Love With a Roller Coaster: The People Who Fall in Love With Objects (opens the original)
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What does it mean to fall in love with an object — and can an object become the focus of a genuine romantic relationship? In this episode of The StickyBeak , we dive into objectophilia , also known as objectum sexuality (OS) — a rare and often misunderstood phenomenon in which people experience romantic, emotional or sexual attraction to inanimate objects. From the woman who famously fell in love with and married the Berlin Wall to an objectophile who has formed a committed relationship with a r
Who Are the Juggalos? Inside the Strange World of ICP, Faygo & the FBI (opens the original)
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Faces painted black and white. Faygo flying through the air. A chant of “woop woop” echoing through the crowd. But beyond the chaos and the headlines lies a subculture built on belonging, identity, and community. In this episode of The StickyBeak , Monika O’Hanlon dives into the misunderstood world of Juggalos — exploring the origins of Insane Clown Posse, the mythos of the Dark Carnival, the infamous FBI gang classification, and what it really means to be part of “The Family.” Featuring firstha
Why Do Women Pay for Male Escorts? The Truth About Sex, Intimacy & Companionship (opens the original)
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What happens when women become the clients — and men become the product? In this episode of The StickyBeak , Monika O’Hanlon goes behind the scenes of Her Confidant , Australia’s first male escort agency, founded by Anna Grosman. While conversations about sex work often focus on female sex workers, male escorts and the women who hire them offer a fascinating and rarely explored perspective. Through Anna’s story, we explore female sexuality, male escorts, intimacy, emotional connection, lonelines
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