Talking Trophies

Episodes

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  Business Chaos, Binance & Making Time for Love Dami Okedara 03.11.2026 1h 25m

  What’s the point of being your own boss if you never have time for yourself? Dami Okedara joins Talking Trophies to talk about the pressures of running a business, chasing success and making room for love. We also get into the Binance theft discussion, where we trust our money, and Australian companies moving jobs overseas.Follow Talking Trophies, share this episode with a mate and let us know: where do you draw the line between ambition and having a life?Topics We Went Through0:00 Intro5:40 Why We Love Debate Shows And Extreme Content12:20 Why Are We Celebrating Halloween In Australia And Why Gen Alpha Stay Home26:48 Binance Lost $6.3B And Where Do You Put Your Money?39:20 Why Do People Start Courses?44:15 Is University The Biggest SCAM?51:06 Why Businesses Are Leaving Australia And Why We’re Stuck Unemployed 57:05 Why Work Life Balance Is Fake1:04:00 Having A Relationship Whilst Running A Business 1:09:00 What Is Love And Trying To Understand It
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  What Makes a Real Man? with Josh Reid Jones 27.10.2026 1h 40m

  Deevs and Daveys, this week we’re joined by Josh Reid Jones to speak about being a man in 2026, whether nice guys finish last, and how well we actually know our mates.From lessons learned in your 30s to loneliness and opening up with your friends, it’s a conversation about the things that don’t always make it into the group chat.Follow Talking Trophies, leave a five-star rating if you enjoyed it, and share the episode with a mate. Let us know what you think in the comments on Spotify or leave a review on Apple Podcasts.Topics we went through 0:00 Intro 2:26 Everyones A Runner How To Do It Right 18:00 Turning 40 And Lessons From My 30s 26:00 What Does A Real Man Look Like In 2026 35:30 Does Being A Man Differ In Every Culture 47:50 Nice Guys Always Finish Last?56:50 How Do You Compliment Your Guy Friends 1:11:00 The Lonely Epidemic 1:20:24 How To Cry In Front Of Your Guy Friends 1:36:54 What’s One Evil Trait You Have?
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  OCD, Overstimulation & Tesla’s Flying Car - Donkeyman 20.10.2026 1h 24m

  Deevs and Daveys, this week we’re joined by Donkeyman to speak about whether the future scares us, how much power police should have, and whether we’d step into someone else’s fight. We also get into OCD and trying to control your own mind, before Donkeyman brings out the guitar for a live performance.Follow Talking Trophies on Spotify and leave us a 5-star rating if you enjoyed the episode.Donkey Man's Links https://www.instagram.com/donkeymanrecords/Topics we went through0:00 Family Photo Shoot 6:15 Rayvo Hit A Cyclist 8:55 Why You Need To Crash A Car To Know How To Drive12:20 The Future Is Here Are We Scared 21:42 Police Need More Power?30:24 Would You Jump In To Support Someone In A Fight38:30 Migrants Fell Off?47:34 Why We’re So Overstimulated 51:15 Intense Forms Of OCD 59:05 Trying To Control My Mind 1:07:00 Live Guitar Performance & Connection To Music1:15:54 The End Of Hustle Culture & Your Life Means More Than Your Career Or Business1:22:35 Any Life Regrets?
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  Why He Left Shincheonji: A Former Melbourne Member’s Story 13.10.2026 1h 6m

  Former Shincheonji member Azreal sits down with Talking Trophies to share what drew him in, what made him suspicious and why he ultimately walked away.From his account of the “fruit and leaf” recruitment method to the commitment involved, we explore his experience—and his feelings towards the people who introduced him to the group.A personal conversation about trust, belonging and finding your own way forward.Follow Talking Trophies for more conversations, rate the show and share this episode with a mate. What stayed with you? Leave a comment we want to hear your thoughts.Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier0:00 Intro To Shincheonji 6:08 What Its Like In Shincheonji 6:50 How Do You Get Drawn Into Groups Like Shincheonji 11:20 Who Is The Leader Of Shincheonji 15:23 What’s The Fruit And Leaf Method 18:34 How Do People Get Recruited Into These Groups 25:40 Finding Allegations On Lee Man-hee28:15 How Committed Do You Have To Be In Shincheonji33:23 Does Secrecy Make A Group A Cult?37:30 When Did Azreal Get Suspicious Of Shincheonji42:15 How Groups Like Shincheonji Make Money 46:05 Leaving Shincheonji Forever 55:52 Are You Angry At The People Showed You Shincheonji 
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  Jimmy Fallon Beef, “Take U to Da Movies” & Property in Africa - Ur Boy Bangz 06.10.2026 1h 7m

  Ur Boy Bangz is trading rap for real estate—and he’s got stories to tell.The Melbourne legend joins Talking Trophies to talk property in Africa, his unforgettable rap run and that Jimmy Fallon beef. Plus, a Pauline Hanson take that sparks a heated debate.Follow Talking Trophies on Spotify so you don’t miss the next episode.Topic We Went Through0:00 Intro 2:45 Bangz Buying Property In Africa 7:30 Maccas Need Better Customer Service 15:07 Businesses Are Getting Hacked And Being Racist 24:03 Bangz Had A Generational Run In The Rap Game 34:40 Why’d Jimmy Fallon Call Out Your Boy Bangz40:56 Bangz Thinks These Young Rappers Back41:44 Why’d Bangz Stop Music 44:34 How To Survive A Lethal Injection TWICE 49:00 What Would Your Last Meal Be On Deathrow52:46 Bangz Is A Pauline Hanson Fan (HEATED DEBATE)1:04:15 A Word Game 
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  Can ChatGPT Replace Comedians? Cruise Ships & the Ed Sheeran Controversy - Tilahun Hailu 29.09.2026 1h 19m

  This week on Talking Trophies, we’re joined by Tilahun Hailu for an episode that goes everywhere — from what it actually means to be bold and whether the AFL Grand Final delivered, to planning a boys cruise and the reality of still living at home.Then we get into AI doomsday, whether ChatGPT could genuinely replace comedians, and somehow end up questioning whether we should become comedians ourselves.TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro1:50 Changing Our Name Back to the Original6:30 What Is the Definition of Being Bold?12:30 Was the AFL Grand Final a Miss?15:35 Planning a Boys Cruise Ship Trip22:04 Why Are People Still Living With Their Parents?37:46 AI Doomsday44:48 Can ChatGPT Replace Comedians?58:34 Ed Sheeran & Free Palestine1:13:00 Should We Become Comedians?
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  Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends After 25? Strictly DT 08.09.2026 1h 39m

  Why does making real friends suddenly feel so much harder once you hit your mid-20s? Strictly D.T joins us to talk adult friendships, students turning on their parents, Rayvo's heartbreaking footy Grand Final loss and plenty more along the way.Another week of stories, debates and unfiltered conversations from Talking Trophies.Strictly D.T Links ⁠bio.site/strictlydt⁠Moment of Truth Workshophttps://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/moment-of-truth-workshop-life-into-lyrics-tickets-1997327776145?aff=oddtdtcreatorChapters0:00 What Does a Talking Trophies Listener Look Like?2:00 How Strictly D.T Knows Damian5:41 Rayvo’s Grand Final Heartbreak21:28 Why Are Our Feet Like This?27:30 The Weird Things You Start Doing as an Adult34:00 The Seafood Debate39:00 Why Is It So Hard to Make Friends After 25?43:00 Are Couple Friendships Actually Weird?47:00 Are We Overthinking Friendship?53:00 Things You Can’t Do With Your Partner57:28 Why Are We Still Pranking People as Adults?1:02:49 Short Trips > Long Holidays?1:04:51 Strictly D.T on Getting Knocked Out in Boxing1:08:32 Growing Up Half African-American, Half Samoan1:14:00 Why Don’t White People Share Food?1:18:23 Students Jump a Parent Over Bullying1:30:00 How Strictly D.T Is Helping Teenagers Through Moment of Truth
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  GTA 6 Hype, The Lindsay Clancy Case & Oreogate 01.09.2026 1h 12m

  This week we talk GTA 6 and whether a game we've waited 13 years for can possibly live up to the hype. We also break down the Lindsay Clancy case, the viral Oreogate parenting debate, helicopter parenting and what we're doing as summer approaches.Another week of conversations, debates and questionable takes from Talking Trophies.Make sure to follow and leave us a 5 Star Topics We Went Through 0:00 Comment And Say It With Your Chest1:00 Weathers Warming Up What We Doing This Summer?13:25 GTA 6 Is Gonna Cause A Lot Of Controversy 25:48 Lindsay Clancy The Mum That Took Out Her Three Kids 42:39 What’s Postpartum Psychosis 53:29 Movie Of The Week Review 55:32 The Oreogate Situation59:34 What Happened To Kidnappers? 1:01:25 Helicopter Parents
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  The Sydney Swans Scandal & Why I'll Never Muay Thai Fight Again 25.08.2026 1h 1m

  This week we get into the Sydney Swans controversy and try to figure out what’s actually going on. Damian also tells us about experiencing his first Muay Thai fight before we discover the Humanoid Robot Olympics might be a sign humans are finished.Plus plenty of arguments, questionable takes and conversations that went completely off track.Topics We Went Through0:00 Almost In The Matrix 3:47 Rayvo loves footy 8:24 Why Is Celebrating Goals Taboo In Australia 11:56 Sydney Swans Hotel Incident 25:45 Damian Went Muai Thai & It Was Brutal 36:21 Stop Helping People It’s Bad For You!39:12 NSW Premier Made A Massive Mistake 45:06 We Don’t Know How To Survive In The Wild Anymore 49:07 Humaoid Robot Olympics Signs Of The End 55:28 Chill With The Islamophobia It’s Not That Deep56:50 We Get Why People Are Bad… Now1:00:32 Shout Out Kalows
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  Growing Up Eritrean in America - Lost Lyrics 19.08.2026 1h 13m

  Lost Lyrics joins us in Melbourne during his Australian tour.We talk about leaving Houston with $700 and a 2001 Toyota Camry to chase music, becoming a comedian instead, growing up Eritrean-American, diaspora culture and taking Eritrean humour worldwide.Make sure to follow and leave a 5 star Get your tickets to Lost and Foundhttps://linktr.ee/lostlyrics?utm_source=linktree_profile_share
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  Damian's Thailand Stories & AI Bots Pushing Pauline Hanson 10.08.2026 1h 14m

  Damian’s back from Thailand, and we somehow went from Phuket stories to AI bots, political narratives and the way social media is shaping what people believe.We talk about Damian’s trip, whether you should preach your beliefs, the rise of AI-generated content, Pauline Hanson and One Nation being pushed online, the Census controversy, internet trends and some of the strangest things happening online.Plus, we answer questions from the Deevs & Daveys and play a few games along the way.Follow Talking Trophies and leave us a 5-star review if you enjoyed the episode.Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier 0:00  Damian’s Back From Thailand8:40 Should You Preach Your Beliefs18:30 Phuket Was Nice 24:00 What’s Chroming28:55 Answering Deevs And Davey’s Questions 41:05 Pauline Hanson Using Bots To Push Her Narative 55:35 The Census Controversy 58:55 Were These Trends Hit Or Miss1:02:35 Perez Hilton TikTok Live Scary 1:07:33 AI Made Us Believe Cristiano Ronaldo Had His Wedding 1:10:02 People Remember How They Feel Not The Event 
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  The Yung Filly Verdict & Invasion Of Spain? 04.08.2026 1h 15m

  Rayvo is joined by Labzy while Damian makes his long-awaited return... sort of. 😂 This week they unpack the Yung Filly case, whether social media is warping public opinion, why Sydney still isn't winning Rayvo over, and the debate around the 60,000 people crossing into Spain. Plus a dilemma that needs your advice, the rise of AI glasses, and a few conversations that somehow end with giants.If you've got an opinion, drop it in the comments and let us know whose side you're on. Follow Talking Trophies so you never miss a new episode every week.Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier0:00 Damian’s Back?1:20 Rayvo Can’t Do 5hr Sleeps Anymore 2:08 Filly Not Guilty But Guilty?19:10 The Harms Of Minor Cases Looking Like They Happen Often30:00 Any Updates On Chris Brown?34:53 12hrs in Sydney & Why Rayvo Hates That City42:35 We Found The Best Business Man In Australia 49:00 Rayvo’s Dillema (Needs Your Help)59:40 KMART Meta Glasses It’s Getting Dangerous 1:02:12 Are Giants Real?1:08:52 60,000 Crossing The Border Invasion Or Planned?
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  Spain's World Cup Win, The Odyssey Was A Banger? 21.07.2026 1h

  Damian's in Thailand this week, so Rayvo is joined by Somali Steve behind the camera for a solo episode. We unpack Spain's World Cup win, the history behind Argentina's Black population, whether Messi should retire, our thoughts on The Odyssey, a brand new game Can You Find It On TikTok?, social media curfews, subscription fatigue, and the things we all pretend to enjoy.Tune in for another week of laughs, debates and unfiltered conversations.Make sure to leave a 5 star and follow if you're new here.Topics We Went Through0:00 Damian’s In Thailand1:34 Spain Won The World Cup 4:22 Rayvo Found Out What The Argentinians Did To Their Black People12:15 Messi Needs To Retire Before He Becomes A Villain 15:55 The Odyssey Was It A Flop Or Banger?35:35 Can You Find It On TikTok (New Game)39:00 Why We Trying To Control These Teenagers For?48:22 Cancel All Your Subscriptions You’re Getting Finessed 53:39 Are These Things We Pretend To Like
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  THE TELSTRA OUTAGE EXPOSED US 14.07.2026 1h 13m

  This week we're asking the questions everyone seems to have an opinion on. We unpack the Telstra outage and whether we've become too dependent on our phones, discuss the shocking Ohio case involving 16 children, put Melbourne to the test with our funniest tier list yet, and debate whether the music industry is on the decline. Has TikTok changed music forever? Is AI changing the industry? And are there any real superstars left? Follow the podcast and leave a 5-star rating if you're enjoying the conversations.https://linktr.ee/talkingtrophies Topics We Went Through0:00 Melbourne Is Freezing2:00 Can You Do It In A Warzone 7:25 Telstra Outage Can We Live Without Phones 10:55 Have You Ever Screamed For Help?15:30 How Long Could You Last Without A Phone 20:25 16 Kids Trapped In A Room By Their Parents Is Wild38:35 Melbourne Tier List 53:00 The Fall Of The Music Industry1:04:30 What’s The Most Anti-Climax Moment1:07:50 Our Fav Australian Draft
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  Australia OUT, Thailand MU*DER & The World Cup Debate 07.07.2026 1h 14m

  Australia's World Cup dream is over, we unpack the Thailand murder that's making headlines around the world, debate who players should represent at international level, and ask whether America's 250th birthday marks the beginning of the end of its global dominance.Make sure to hit the follow button and leave a 5 star interact stop being bot listeners Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier0:00 Allergies from Vax4:05 Socceroos Out And Fumbled 14:10 The African Roots of Western Football Success19:03 The World Cup Shows Soccers The Number One Sport In Australia24:20 Lydia’s Coffee and Cool Event Is A Vibe 29:33 Mu*der In Thailand 45:00 Manosphere Vs Femosphere 48:05 You Can’t Blame The Evil Eye For Everything53:00 Rayvo Drove A Tesla 1:02:50 America 250 How Long Does It Have At The Top1:05:55 Damian’s Hooked On The Microplastics 
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  I Quit TikTok To Become A Stand Up Comedian - Ciang Ajeic 30.06.2026 1h 12m

  He walked away from millions of views to chase stand up comedy. Was it worth it?This week we're joined by comedian Ciang as he opens up about leaving TikTok behind to pursue stand up full time. We dive into touring Australia, performing internationally, the reality of life on the road, and why comedy is much harder than most people think.We also discuss the daycare scam, why vulnerability makes people more relatable, the rise of nonchalant guys, Bold Men Society, and finish with one of our favourite games.If you enjoyed the episode, don't forget to Like, Follow, and let us know in the comments:Would you leave millions of views to chase your dream?Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier00:00 Damian Watched Dr Phil (Well... Kind Of)03:47 Rayvo's Apology10:00 Ciang's Stand Up Comedy Tour20:15 Touring Canada Next23:04 The Reality Of Being Vulnerable On Tour28:10 The Day Care Scam That Fooled Everyone33:00 Why Vulnerability Makes You More Relatable45:00 Why Ciang Quit TikTok47:00 Stand Up Comedy Is Harder Than You Think53:06 The Rise Of Nonchalant Guys1:04:48 Bold Men Society1:10:14 Have These Things Got Worse? (Game)
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  KNICKS IN 5, SOCCEROOS ON TOP & ELON MADE A TRILLION 16.06.2026 1h 15m

  The World Cup is finally here and we break down the biggest talking points so far, why New York has completely lost its mind over the Knicks, whether gambling companies have gone too far, and Elon Musk becoming the first trillionaire. We also get into AI girlfriends, social media relationships, and why 2016 still feels like the peak of civilisation.What was the biggest take from this episode? Drop a comment below and let us know. Follow and leave a 5 star!Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier 0:00 World Cup Is HERE!14:30 We Ate Some Fancy Korean BBQ18:33 Knicks Win And New York Is Crazy 30:28 These Gambling Companies Have Gone Too Far42:05 Elon Musk First Trillionaire  52:50 Damian On Wife Duties?54:14 2016 Was 10 Years Ago Was That The Last Best Year?56:46 Rayvo Loves Being Cringe 1:02:35 Do You Dream And Snore?1:04:51 People Are Falling In Love With AI Bots And We Tested It Out 1:06:38 Social Media Makes People Feel A Part Of Your Life Even Though You Never See Them 1:10:00 Results Of Rizzing Up An AI Bot#TalkingTrophies #WorldCup2026 #Knicks #ElonMusk #Podcast
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  The Kid From The Area Who's Making It - Zayd 09.06.2026 1h 32m

  In this episode of Talking Trophies, we sit down with Zayd from Tapped In Melbourne to discuss growing up in Melbourne, the challenges facing young people today, and the choices that can change the direction of your life. We explore personal growth, community, accountability, and what it really takes to build a better future despite the environment around you.Make sure to follow and hit the share button Check out Tapped In https://www.instagram.com/tappedinmelbourne/https://www.youtube.com/@TappedinMelbourne.Topics We Went Through 0:00 Intro 2:00 Tryna Get Zayd To Jump On The Pod8:00 Why Do Everyone Swear 13:40 Surviving Cancer At As A Kid22:00 Are We All Undiagnosed Sick But Don’t Know?23:10 Winning An Award In Parliament 32:10 Guess Everyones Career 38:00 Why Don’t We Speak About Our Flaws In Our Story45:10 How Do You Have The Energy To Help People58:20 Is Youth Crime Down?1:03:07 Do You Think You’re Making A Difference?1:09:33 Does Living In The Hood Have Transferable School 1:18:15 Blaming Others And Taking No Accountability 1:26:34 Self Reflecting To Develop 
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  Nobody Prepared Me For Fatherhood - Daniel (Chiefolasoji) 02.06.2026 1h 11m

  Daniel from Half Smart joins us for one of our most honest conversations yet.We dive into the reality of becoming a dad, how fatherhood changes your perspective, why marriage feels harder than ever for young people, and whether our generation has become too focused on ourselves.Along the way we discuss migrant family expectations, contributing financially to your household, the next big scam society will fall for, the future of Half Smart, and much more.Make Sure To Hit The Follow Button And Interaaact Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier0:00 Intro 2:08 Becoming A Dad 12:40 They Gate Keeping Marriage 14:40 Stop Bringing Babies On The Flight 19:00 Ciang Is The Comedian Next Up And Coming Comedian To Keep An Eye On29:15 Half Smart New Studio 33:33 Amari Gala 202644:05 Why Do Migrant Parents Expect Their Kids To Start Contributing When They Start To Make Money52:36 What’s The Next Scam That We Will Fall For1:00:06 We’re The Most Self Centred Generation Ever 
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  Arsenal Winning PL & Rise Of One Nation 26.05.2026 1h 22m

  This week was absolute chaos 😭We talk about the Michael Jackson movie reactions, Arsenal fans believing they’re finally winning the league, the Kevin Hart roast going viral, and the growing conversation around One Nation in Australia.You Wanted An Episode Of The Boys Only You Got It Make Sure To Comment And Get Involved If you're new here hit that subscribe button Topics We Went Through To Make Your Lives Easier0:00 New Studio1:31 Arsenal Won The League 6:00 Michael Jackson Movie Was Mid11:37 Does It Hit Is Back20:00 Spend Your Money Sometimes To Feel Wealthy31:55 Pauline Hanson Gonna Kick You Out Of Aus49:36 The Kevin Hart Roast Was Wild 1:01:40 Chad The Builder Racist Or Clout Chasing1:18:33 The Wrap Up #Podcast #Arsenal #MichaelJackson #KevinHart #PremierLeague