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He was a Brisbane mechanic who mortgaged the house for a race car he built in his garage, then crashed it on live TV. Australia loved him so much it paid for him to go again. Dick Johnson is a dying breed. A bloke who fixed his own car, paid his own way, and became one of the most loved sporting figures this country has produced. At 81, he’s still at it. His team won Bathurst this month. In 1980, Dick mortgaged the family home to chase the biggest race in the country. He was leading when a rock rolled onto the track and ended it all on live TV. Then the phones lit up. Families and kids sent in their hard-earned cash and pocket money, Ford matched every dollar, and twelve months later Dick won the whole thing in a car the public paid for. He still has every letter. Karl sits down with an Australian icon. Driving the family Holden to swim training at eight. National Service a few huts from Peter Brock. His first race in an $80 ex-taxi. Getting pulled over at 134km/h by a cop who’d chipped in for his comeback.…
He was a Brisbane mechanic who mortgaged the house for a race car he built in his garage, then crashed it on live TV. Australia loved him so much it paid for him to go again. Dick Johnson is a dying breed. A bloke who fixed his own car, paid his own way, and became one of the most loved sporting figures this country has produced. At 81, he’s still at it. His team won Bathurst this month. In 1980, Dick mortgaged the family home to chase the biggest race in the country. He was leading when a rock rolled onto the track and ended it all on live TV. Then the phones lit up. Families and kids sent in their hard-earned cash and pocket money, Ford matched every dollar, and twelve months later Dick won the whole thing in a car the public paid for. He still has every letter. Karl sits down with an Australian icon. Driving the family Holden to swim training at eight. National Service a few huts from Peter Brock. His first race in an $80 ex-taxi. Getting pulled over at 134km/h by a cop who’d chipped in for his comeback.…
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Dick Johnson Mortgaged His House. Then Australia Saved Him
AscultateHe was a Brisbane mechanic who mortgaged the house for a race car he built in his garage, then crashed it on live TV. Australia loved him so much it paid for him to go again. Dick Johnson is a dying breed. A bloke who fixed his own car, paid his own way, and became one of the most loved sporting figures this country has produced. At 81, he’s still at it. His team won Bathurst this month. In 1980, Dick mortgaged the family home to chase the biggest race in the country. He was leading when a rock rolled onto the track and ended it all on live TV. Then the phones lit up. Families and kids sent in their hard-earned cash and pocket money, Ford matched every dollar, and twelve months later Dick won the whole thing in a car the public paid for. He still has every letter. Karl sits down with an Australian icon. Driving the family Holden to swim training at eight. National Service a few huts from Peter Brock. His first race in an $80 ex-taxi. Getting pulled over at 134km/h by a cop who’d chipped in for his comeback.…
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How Australians Get Ripped Off On Home Insurance: An Insider Explains
AscultateThis episode features an in-depth investigation into the systemic issues and predatory practices within the Australian insurance industry. Through interviews with former industry insider Luke, the discussion explores how complex policies, 'white labeling,' and cost-cutting measures leave homeowners financially vulnerable and often re-traumatized by prolonged claims processes. The conversation further examines the lack of transparency in premium pricing, the influence of reinsurance, and the inadequacy of industry self-regulation. The speakers also highlight the severe health risks posed by toxic mold following floods and the aggressive tactics used by insurers to minimize claim payouts.
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How to Get Into Property With No Money: Two Self-Made Developers’ Story
AscultateIn this episode, two successful business partners share the powerful story of their journey from the children of resilient immigrants to established entrepreneurs in Australia. They reflect on how the work ethic and faith of their parents provided a foundation for their own early ventures, ranging from childhood side hustles to a formal partnership formed during university. The conversation explores the evolution of their business, detailing how they scaled through property options by prioritizing learning and hands-on experience over immediate profit. The speakers discuss the importance of trust, intuition, and a deep personal investment in the success of their tenants, ultimately redefining success as the ability to create community impact and achieve professional stability.
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Lawrence Bender on Tarantino, Pulp Fiction and the Secrets of Hollywood’s Biggest Movies
AscultateA producer discusses the inspiration and emotional weight behind creating a limited series about families surviving the October 7th attacks in Israel, reflecting on the intense experience of filming in a war zone and the responsibility of bearing witness to such trauma. He also details his professional journey from engineering student to Oscar-nominated producer, sharing behind-the-scenes stories from working on films like Reservoir Dogs and Inglourious Basterds. The conversation covers the logistical challenges of large-scale productions, memories of working with legends like Robin Williams, and the discipline required to sustain a long career in Hollywood.
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His Cholesterol Hit 574. Then Doctors Found ZERO Plaque.
AscultateThis episode explores the complexities of interpreting cholesterol levels, using a case study of extreme LDL levels without arterial plaque to argue that metabolic health and insulin resistance are more significant predictors of cardiovascular risk than cholesterol numbers alone. The discussion delves into the limitations of medical consensus, examining how institutional biases and economic incentives can suppress findings that challenge established dogmas regarding statins and CAC scans. The conversation further examines the potential for human bioengineering through peptides and compounds, including personal insights into self-experimentation with substances like retatrutide. The speakers also discuss the endocrine functions of muscle tissue and the emerging possibility of hacking biological communication networks to enhance human health and cognition.
