Newsball
45 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsHosts Luke and Riley explore the themes of current day affairs through history and make note of the circular nature of events.
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40 - Flattening the Curve (of Typhoid)
March 30, 2020 05:06 - 1 hour - 112 MBWith the state of the world right now, many of us are sitting at home in quarantine. In an effort to relieve the boredom we will all find ourselves dealing with. The boys this week have decided to talk about quarantine in history (sort of)
40 - Pandemic at the Disco
March 17, 2020 23:55 - 47 minutes - 87.3 MBThis week the boys return from their hiatus with some news about Coronavirus, followed by some chat about the Cuban missile crisis. Tune in to hear the stories!
39 - The Cult of Waco Texo
December 05, 2019 01:59 - 1 hour - 113 MBThis week the boys return from a long hiatus, Riley tells Luke all about the Branch Davidians and the series of events leading to a horrible loss of life in a small town of Texas.
38 - Howard Hugh Do You Think You Are?
October 17, 2019 05:20 - 55 minutes - 102 MBThis week Luke talks about the life of eccentric billionaire aeroplane and film extraordinaire; Howard Hughes! Sources: Contact the show: Email: [email protected] Facebook: @Newsballpodcast Twitter: @Newsballpodcast Instagram: @Newsballpodcast
37 - Around the World in 80 J's
October 11, 2019 22:51 - 1 hour - 117 MBThis week the boys are getting high in more than one way! Riley takes us to the Yosemite highlands where a mysterious plane crash captures the imagination of everyone inside the surrounding national park. Tune in to find out more! Sources: https://www.mensjournal.com/features/the-legend-of-yosemites-dope-lake-w209503/ https://blogwest.org/2014/08/04/celebrating-yosemite-part-8-the-stoneman-meadow-riots-and-problem-of-law-enforcement/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yosemite_Nati...
36 - About a Roy
September 30, 2019 05:55 - 52 minutes - 97 MBThis week, the boys talk about Vietnam war veteran, Roy Benavidez. A man who's willpower may surpass that of any other person in history. Tune in here to find out more about his insane story! Sources Contact the show! Email: [email protected] Facebook: @newsballpodcast Twitter: @newsballpodcast Instagram: @newsballpodcast
35 - Jesus Chrysler Super Star
September 19, 2019 00:42 - 46 minutes - 85.7 MBHow big is your ego? If the answer is somewhere between 50-70 stories high, well then boy oh boy do I have a tale for you. Tune in to this weeks episode of Newsball, where Riley tells Luke, and special guest Dani all about the design of the Chrysler building. Once the tallest building in the world! Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Van_Alen https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Modern_architecture#Early_skyscrapers https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chrysler_Building https://...
34 - Caligula: One of a Kind
September 11, 2019 23:54 - 53 minutes - 97.2 MBRome wasn't built in a day but it was nearly bankrupt in 4 years thanks to todays topic. Caligula! The insane emperor and his decisions that lead to his rise and ultimately his fall. In the absence of good news this week, tune in as Luke tries to find some fun facts from history to ruin Riley's day. Sources: Contact the show: Email: [email protected] Facebook: @newsballpodcast Instagram: @newsballpodcast Twitter: @newsballpodcast
Newsbite - Caligula
September 11, 2019 23:45 - 14 minutes - 26.5 MBCatch our mini-sode about famous Roman ruler and all round terrible person Caligula! In this short form history report we talk about some of the antics of this malevolent emperor that didn't make it into our main episode. Tune in to hear more! Contact the show: Email: [email protected] Facebook: @newsballpodcast Twitter: @newsballpodcast Instagram: @newsballpodcast
Newsbite - Florida Man
September 10, 2019 05:48 - 14 minutes - 27.2 MBHoly additional content Batman, it's an early release of Newsball. Well not quite. We're trying something new over here. Each week, hopefully on a Tuesday. You can expect to see mini-episodes of Newsball popping up. Usually resembling the topic of the main episode from the previous week. This week we're talking about Florida Man. An earthly superhero with might strangeness. Tune in to find out what he's been up to. Sources: https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-man-fight...
33 - It's Not Flying, It's Falling With Style
September 04, 2019 22:49 - 36 minutes - 66.1 MBThis week Riley and Luke are exploring the stories that we could never match! Insane happenings of history that may never be repeated. Volume 1! Tune in to hear about William Rankin and the worst day at work ever. Sources: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/William_Rankin https://loa-shared.s3.amazonaws.com/static/pdf/Rankin_Man_Thunder.pdf https://www.damninteresting.com/rider-on-the-storm/ https://taskandpurpose.com/incredible-story-marine-rode-lightning http://content....
32 - London is Burning (and I Live by the River)
August 28, 2019 23:05 - 57 minutes - 106 MBWelcome to the season finale of Newsball! What a whirlwind its been, we've learned and laughed our way to the end of another hot competition. Will Luke be able to stitch up a tie here or will Riley deny him to claim back to back Newsball championships. Tune in to find out as we discuss the horrible fires in the Amazon and the great fire of London! Sources: Amazon Fires NY Times Great Fire of London Wikipedia London Fires Historic UK Contact the show: Email: newsballpod...
31 - You Gotta Flight, For Your Wright, To Party
August 22, 2019 00:25 - 57 minutes - 105 MBThis week the boys soar into the world of aviation as they discuss, the possibility of renewable flight and delve into the history of flight and see exactly how painstakingly long it took to first spread our metaphorical wings and fly. Sources: Engadget story on Norways battery powered plane The Verges story on the battery powered plane Wikipedia Entry on Electric Aircraft Nasa's history of flight Wright Brothers on History.com Wright Brothers on Wikipedia Contact t...
30 - Polarising News
August 15, 2019 01:01 - 1 hour - 110 MBThis week on the podcast, we briefly talk about the weather and then we dig up a cold case. The case of Robert Scott, the British explorer tasked with a expedition to the South Pole of Antarctica. Tune in to find out more about the expedition! Don't forget to rate the show on iTunes and recommend us to a friend. It helps the show out a lot! You can suggest a topic for an episode at any of the contact points below! Sources: Polar Blast: Robert Scott: Contact the show: ...
29 - Thrilla In Manila - The Bashes At The Ashes
August 08, 2019 00:02 - 1 hour - 115 MBSports fans! This week Luke and Riley will be chatting about some of the greatest sporting comebacks the world has seen to date! Discussing Steve Smiths return to international test cricket at the Ashes and the greatest, Muhammad Ali's emphatic return to ringside. Tune in to hear some great stories laden with idiocy and laughter. Sources: ABC report on Steve Smiths return to the Ashes NZ Herald Statistical proof that Steve Smith is a dead set legend The Sun Sandpapergate...
28 - Having Fun Isn't Hard, When You Have A Library Card
August 01, 2019 01:25 - 55 minutes - 101 MBHey Newsreaders, We're back again! This week Luke tells Riley about a tragedy in Japan, followed by a historical adventure back to ancient greek times. We explore the idea of lost knowledge and human progress, practice some shonky accents and remix some classic songs. Please enjoy the episode and don't forget to rate us 5 stars on iTunes and share us with your friends. Sources: Kyoto Anima Studio Fire: Library of Alexandria: Contact the show! Email: Newsballpodcast...
27 - CFC You Next Tuesday
July 25, 2019 06:29 - 1 hour - 115 MBThis week in a very special episode we have our first ever guest Mark Spencer from the Climactic Network! Mark and his friends over at Climactic host a show that tell peoples stories on climate change and share a lot of positive news in times that can seem less than positive! We had a great time hearing Mark bring in some interesting stories across environmental history. We hope you do too! Let us know what you thought of the collaboration as we make more plans for the future of Newsball! ...
26 - The Bear Necessities
July 18, 2019 03:09 - 50 minutes - 92.9 MBWelcome back for another exciting episode of Newsball. What will the boys talk about this time? Bears. This week we discuss a tragedy in the circus and why that might be related to a man who was destined to live in the alaskan wilds. Tune in to find out more! Sources: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-07-06/tigers-kill-italian-tamer-as-parliament-mulls-circus-animal-ban/11284812 https://www.reddit.com/r/IAmA/comments/25gw7r/hello_reddit_i_am_jewel_palovak_confidante_and/ http://w...
25 - Slide Into My DMZ
July 11, 2019 00:20 - 54 minutes - 99.6 MBHow does it feel to live in a reality we're the social media application is a genuine concern as a catalyst for world war 3? That's exactly what Luke and Riley are going to discuss this week. First we'll be talking about Trumps "Surprise Visit" to North Korea and following that we discuss a secret meeting during World War II. Tune in and don't forget to give us a 5 star rating on iTunes. Sources: https://www.nytimes.com/2019/06/29/world/asia/trump-kim-jong-un-dmz.html?action=click&m...
24 - Patented Practitioners, Poor People and Paupers
July 06, 2019 09:09 - 51 minutes - 94.5 MBThis week, Riley tells Luke about the heyday of medical practice when every man and his dog had a solution to all your ill's tune in now as this podcast is proven to be a viable vaccine for scurvy *citation needed. Sources: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/asia/thailand-magic-cards-radioactive-warning-illness-radiation-expert-pro-network-a8965261.html https://www.theguardian.com/news/datablog/2011/mar/15/radiation-exposure-levels-guide https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Snak...
23 - #legaliseit #confiscateit
June 27, 2019 03:07 - 40 minutes - 74.5 MBThis week Luke and Riley fully embrace the spirit of 420 and show how little they know about drugs, drug culture and drug crime in an astounding display of ignorance. Tune in and relax in our beautifully uninformed utopia. Don't forget to rate the show 5 Stars and tell a friend about us, it helps the show out a whole bunch Sources https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/9300884/massive-cannabis-factory-bingo-hall-kettering/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/authorities-seize-20-million-worth-marijuana...
22 - Meteorite Fight Night
June 20, 2019 03:17 - 46 minutes - 84.3 MBThis week the boys talk about the end of days! Possibly. They also reflect on a previous otherworldly threat and review the hit new film Godzilla: King of The Monsters. Tune in! Sources: https://www.thesun.co.uk/tech/9235663/asteroid-crash-earth-2019-when/ https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-21471942 http://edition.cnn.com/2013/02/15/world/europe/russia-meteor-shower/index.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chelyabinsk_meteor Contact the show at: Email: Newsballpodca...
Newsball Presents: Ear Budz Episode 1: Foals and Talking Heads
March 29, 2019 23:12 - 57 minutes - 105 MBWelcome to Ear Budz the show where we discuss new albums and the artists that inspired them. Each episode, Luke and Riley discuss the latest in music news, one fresh album and one album from an artist that inspires new creatives. This week, the boys talked about their love of synths, loops and gruff voices when discussing a new release from Foals and one of the all time classic albums from Talking Heads. Tune in and tell your friends!
21 - Reviewsball
March 21, 2019 13:55 - 46 minutes - 85.8 MBStrap yourselves in folks, it's a lazy throwback episode!
20 - If This Podcast Lasts Longer Than 4 Hours, See Your Doctor
March 14, 2019 03:51 - 53 minutes - 98.5 MBThe final episode of Newsball Season 1 is upon us! Tune in to hear us discuss the creation of drugs in the age of spin. Rebranding drugs has been going on since the birth of the pharmaceutical industry. This week we will discuss the rebranding of an old party drug into a new anti-depressant and the rebranding of a failed blood pressure medication as a marriage saving miracle. 1. Ketflix and Chill 2. I'm Potent in the Streets and Ineffective in the Sheets
19 - The Life and Times of River Phoenix
March 07, 2019 00:41 - 1 hour - 123 MBThis week we are talking about the bad rivers. From the giant fish kills in the Aussie outback to the flaming waters in Ohio! Tune in to find out more! 1. Something smells fishy.... and deathy 2. NEW RIVER PHOENIX BIOPIC
18 - A Series of Tubes
February 28, 2019 07:47 - 1 hour - 117 MBWell, sir, there's nothing on earth Like a genuine, bona fide Vacumised, one capsule, hyperloop What'd I say? Hyperloop What's it called? Hyperloop! Thats right, Hyperloop! I hear those things aren't safety tested? Well take a ride you'll be well rested! Is there a chance the tube could break? If it does your spine will ache! (Chorus) What about the working class? Forget about it, you're on your ass! Isn't this idea from that guy Alfredo? What'd you say? You stupid !$#@...
17 - Ball From Grace
February 21, 2019 05:19 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week we are talking epic sporting falls from grace. With a recent controversy in the NRL and an old baseball legend whom ascended higher than anyone thought he ever could just so he could swan dive from the tippy top. Sit back and enjoy our chat about the GOAT (Greatest of all trash) 1. From Try Diving to Truck Driving 2. NAILS: A Memoir of Plummeting off the Edge
16 - Women are From Venice, Men are From Tiny Japanese BBQs
February 17, 2019 01:52 - 59 minutes - 109 MBThis week the boys are lost in translation as they discuss a recent language mishap and the creation of one of the most popular science fiction sub-genres of all time. 1. Ariana makes a Grande sized mistake 2. Astronomy is hard.
15 - Who Shot Mr Burrs
February 11, 2019 22:39 - 1 hour - 114 MBThis week, we're talking beefs. Roast beef, beef stews, twitter beefs and old timey political beefs. Tune in to learn about the beefs of today and how we beefed in the yesteryears. 1. Cardi B's affordable and efficient dog walking service 2. Hamilton Spoiler Review Sources: 1. https://wearemitu.com/entertainment/tomi-lahren-cardi-b-twitter-beef/ 2. https://www.vulture.com/2019/01/cardi-b-now-has-shutdown-beef-with-tomi-lahren-of-all-people.html 3. ://en.wikipedia.org/wiki...
14 - Hocus Locust
February 05, 2019 01:59 - 1 hour - 116 MBIt's raining... Spiders? The boys are back again and this time they're chatting biblical plagues. What is that jolly old christ up to and will he come to save us this time? Tune in to find out! 1. Flying "No thanks" over brazil 2. 10 reasons why Pharaoh Ramases should be cancelled in 2019, number 10 made me part the red seas Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/technology/science/animals/nightmare-as-hundreds-of-spiders-rain-from-the-sky-in-brazil/news-story/f3a9f2fb638d8be88...
13 - Captain Xenophobia: Civil War
January 21, 2019 21:41 - 1 hour - 137 MBThis week Riley and Luke discuss the European union, the Brexit vote and its economic impacts along side a tenuously connected incident during the Civil War in 1860. 1 - Breccesion of the Union Jack 2 - Confederexit
12- Lead Dead Redemption
January 11, 2019 22:56 - 1 hour - 111 MBStrap yourselfs in, the boys are back for 2019 and this time we're talking wide spread possibly irreversible pollution, how fun! Luke and Riley talk micro plastics to start, followed by an eerily similar historical event and an unlikely hero who saved a great many lives. 1. I'm a BPA! In your Waterwa-a-a-y, micro plastics, we're fantastic 2. Wheres Lead? Leads dead baby. Sources: 1.https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clair_Cameron_Patterson?fbclid=IwAR0u_Xqkxuu91_nC493Ksi597rGmO...
11 - Flipper 2: Flip Hard With Avengence
December 22, 2018 01:27 - 1 hour - 113 MBKeep your hands and feet inside the vehicle and hold onto your butts, this week Riley and Luke are discussing the role of Russia in espionage and whether or not they can be trusted. It's a bit of a roller coaster so enjoy the ride and watch out for the turns. 1. Sergei Skripal 2. Wacky Animal Fun Time Sources: 1. https://www.businessinsider.com.au/mi6-head-alex-younger-russia-wont-be-trusted-2018-12?utm_source=reddit.com&r=UK&IR=T https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergei...
10 - Rude, Lewd, Dudes
December 12, 2018 01:37 - 1 hour - 152 MBThis week Luke and Riley discuss some hollywood badboys that will make your blood boil and your loins froth with rage as they analyze some of the most notorious celebrity run ins with the law. 1. Big Trouble in Little Tekashi Town 2. Tim "The Trafficking Man" Taylor (Allen) 3. Revolution! Indecent Exposure... What Are My Values? 4. Hugh Grant: Will Pay $1 for Hugs Sources: 1. https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-46278548 1a. https://www.bbc.com/news/newsbeat-46357739 1b....
9 - Stan Lee: A Cameo Amongst The Heavens
December 03, 2018 22:44 - 1 hour - 181 MBThis week a more sombre subject arises as Riley and Luke remenisce on the life of Marvel powerhouse Stan Lee and some of his most important characters that he had a hand in creating. 1. Stan Lee 2. Father Time 3. Fantastic Four 4. Black Panther 5. Spiderman Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/celebrity-life/marvel-creator-stan-lee-dead-at-95/news-story/3a6473da0abb5b523972a16a69bf9384 1a. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stan_Lee 2. http://marvel.wikia.co...
8 - It's My Party, I'll be an Ego-Maniac if I Want To
November 27, 2018 04:15 - 1 hour - 128 MBThis week Luke makes a daring attempt to keep true to his theme of ego blowouts at parties as he and Riley discuss some of the more expensive parties that man has ever thrown. 1. The Fresh Prince of Bel-Airing My Dirty Laundry 2. 50 People We Could Find at the Time 3. Boozin and Schmoozing 4. Not a King but a Sultan 5. The Field of Cloth and Gold 6. What Shah Talkin About Willis? Sources: 1. https://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/2018/10/30/will-smith-agrees-jada-pinkett-s...
7 - Sink, Drown, Die!
November 19, 2018 22:50 - 1 hour - 161 MBSomebody call the Beatles and tell them to fire up the sub, this week Riley and Luke are going to the deep sea! In this episode we chat about some of the most interesting deep sea discoveries known to man in what would be probably our most damp episode so far. 1. 2400 year old Greek trading vessel found 2. Shoot for the Ark because even if you fail you'll lang amongst the wreckage of the titanic 3. Don't swim here or you'll die in style 4. Deep S(p)ea(ce)? adventure time! S...
6 - This Just In! All Memes Are Banksys!
November 13, 2018 04:29 - 1 hour - 136 MBThis week Luke tells Riley about some of art-histories most expensive "whoopsie doos" as they discuss botched restoration jobs, clumsy kids and silly casino owners. 1. Girl With Paper Shredder 2. Art That Packs a Punch 3. Cleaner Takes Out Trash (I'm So Sorry Martin) 4. Move Over Dwayne Johnson, There's a New Elbow in Town Sources: 1. https://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/art/news/banksy-girl-with-balloon-sothebys-auction-video-wrong-auction-art-a8589461.html 2. ...
5 - FDArmed and Dangerous
November 08, 2018 04:07 - 1 hour - 179 MBThis week Riley and Luke explore the theme of product tampering in history. From horrible acts of war to odd legal pursuits people have been messing with each others food since the beginning of time. 1. The Australian Strawberry Tampering Scandal 2. Vlad the Blunt Force Trauma Guy 3. Orange You Glad I Didn't Poison all the Apples? 4. Mousin Dew 5. Tylenol Murder Mystery Sources: 1a. https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/tv/today-show-host-karl-stefanovic-tackles-strawbe...
4 - Rumble in The Jungle
October 31, 2018 00:06 - 1 hour - 169 MBThis week in a departure from the grim tones set in episode 3 Luke and Riley explore a different kinds of animals that like to party after a bizarre article discovery by Luke. 1. Octopus Takes Molly and Becomes Just as Annoying as Humans 2. 1000 Foot Spider "Adults" Party 3. Animals Anonymous 4. Spiders on Drugs Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/technology/science/animals/scientists-gave-octopuses-ecstasy-and-it-revealed-a-secret-genetic-link-to-humans/news-story/1752...
3 (Part B) - The Crassus of Queens
October 30, 2018 22:57 - 43 minutes - 79 MBThe second part of Riley and Lukes discussion about corruption in history. Chatting about possibly the most corrupt of them all, Marcus Licinius Crassus. 1. The Story of Marcus Crassus Sources: 1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Marcus_Licinius_Crassus 1a. https://www.ancient.eu/Marcus_Licinius_Crassus/
3 - Corruption Con (Part A)
October 30, 2018 22:33 - 1 hour - 151 MBThis week Riley and Luke survive and absolute train wreck and they also talk about corruption and some of the most corrupt powerbrokes in history for a bit. 1. Peter Dutton Needs a Sitter 2. Watergate: Birth of the Gate 3. Brewsters Millions 2: Pavlo's Big Year in Office 4. Tune in to Part B of this Episode! Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/national/politics/peter-dutton-faces-fresh-au-pair-claims/news-story/66ffec10b2633e1336d6454449e14d48 1a. www.couriermail.com.au/new...
2 - Lip Sync or Swim
October 30, 2018 21:36 - 1 hour - 169 MBThis week Riley and Luke discuss artistic fraud through history and speculate on the origins of Batmans least threatening villain yet. 1. Ashlee Simpson discusses her lip syncing controversy on Saturday Night Live 2. John Myatt: Gotham Delinquent 3. Milli Vanilli know it's True (That They Can't Sing) 4. Vienna Rejects Mozarts Toxic Culture 5. If the Shoe Fritz, Wear It. Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/music/ashlee-simpson-speaks-out-on-infamous-snl-l...
1 - The Atrocities of the Nipple
October 22, 2018 04:36 - 1 hour - 194 MBThis week on the inaugural episode of Newsball, Riley and Luke explore the history of our most controversial body part; the nipple. Examining the biggest nipple based uproars human society has witnessed and discussing their implications. 1. Gabrielle Union Wade's Nippley Instagram Post 2. Donald Trump Can't Pronounce Words Good 3. Free The Nipple 4. Nipplegate: The Reckoning of Janet Jackson 5. Witch Hunts Sources: 1. https://www.news.com.au/sport/sports-life/nba-star-d...