Prime Mates

Back at episode 13 we started this journey with Rise of the Planet of the Apes, now it's time for the sequel with the film that inspired this whole stupid podcast, Dawn of the Planet of the Apes, to discuss, we have return guests, comedians Ben Russell (The Grub, Little Scamps) and Bri Williams (The Big Hoo Ha, the Bachelor Unpacked)!Go see Matt live! (he's in London on December 7 at the Bill Murray): https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs/Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out Matt's other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnAnd his music history podcast: Listen Now Podcast with Matt and Sam: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's twitter: @benrussellsBri's twitter: @willsybeeBri's Improv troupe: http://www.hoohaamelbourne.com.au/Our awesome theme song by  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1910 the Soviet biologist Ilya Ivanovich Ivanov presented the idea of creating a human/chimpanzee to the World Congress of Zoologists, with guests Cass Paige (Sanspants Radio) and Angus Gordon (award winning comedian) we discuss this idea, in particular via an article by Katie Serena titled: It Turns Out Scientists Have Tried To Create Human-Chimp Hybrids Called “Humanzees”Katie Serena's article: https://allthatsinteresting.com/humanzeeBuy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out Matt's other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnAnd his music history podcast: Listen Now Podcast with Matt and Sam: https://play.acast.com/s/listen-now/Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comCass' podcast network: Sanspants RadioCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeAngus' facebook: facebook.com/RealAngusGordonOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pirates of the Caribbean was a Disneyland ride that was turned into a blockbuster movie in 2003 starring Johnny Depp as Captain Jack Sparrow and various capuchin monkey actors as Jack the pirate monkey. We are joined by Jackson Baly and Adam Carnevale from Sanspants Radio to discuss. We've read a synopsis of the book so you don't have to!\Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comJackson's Twitter: @alldogsaredeadAdam's Twitter: @retroarchetypeJackson and Adam's podcast network: Sanspants RadioOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we discuss the third film in the MVP trilogy (where a chimp named Jack plays various sports) MXP: Most Xtreme Primate, where Jack takes up snowboarding. We are joined by comedians and hosts of the Two in the Think Tank podcast, some sort of scientists Andy Matthews and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall! Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my brand new music podcast Listen Now with Matt and Sam and my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week) Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comAndy and Al's pod: Two In The Think TankAndy's twitter: @stupidoldandyAl's twitter: @alasdairtbOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Monkey Paw is a short story by author W. W. Jacobs. Released in 1902, the story centres around a cursed monkey paw that can grant three wishes to the holder. We are joined by Jackson Baly and Adam Carnevale from Sanspants Radio to discuss. We've read a synopsis of the book so you don't have to!We also discuss Halloween in Australia and the Florida Skunk Ape,joy!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comJackson's Twitter: @alldogsaredeadAdam's Twitter: @retroarchetypeJackson and Adam's podcast network: Sanspants RadioOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasIf you like bookish podcasts like this, check out Dave Warneke's fabulous Book Cheat Podcast!References:The Sparknotes summary of The Monkey Paw: https://www.sparknotes.com/short-stories/the-monkeys-paw/summary/The moral lessons: https://www.enotes.com/homework-help/what-moral-values-story-monkeys-paw-273592Adaptations of the text: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_adaptations_of_The_Monkey%27s_Paw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Captain Simian and the Space Monkeys is an american sci-fi cartoon about a group of evil fighting space primates! This episode we are joined by comedians Raewyn Pickering and Andrew Portelli and we have a lot of fun!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comRaewyn's Facebook: facebook.com/raewynpickeringcomedyRaewyn's Instagram: @raewynspicksAndrew's Facebook: facebook.com/entertheportmanAndrew's Instagram: @entertheportmanAndrew's Podcast: @BigStrongCoolPodOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the third edition of Weird Monkey Stories - the media seems to always be reporting on weird monkey (and ape) stories in the news, this week special guests Angus Gordon and Firdi Billimoria are in as we go through a few!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comAngus' facebook: facebook.com/RealAngusGordonFirdi's facebook: facebook.com/firdicomedianFirdi's twitter: @firdfluOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasArticles read/discussed:https://www.abc.net.au/news/2005-04-20/cops-look-to-swat-monkey-for-back-up/1554608https://www.nutraingredients-usa.com/Article/2019/10/09/Monkey-gut-study-shines-light-on-ecology-s-role-in-human-microbiomehttps://www.aljazeera.com/ajimpact/monkey-money-banksy-uk-parliament-chimps-set-auction-record-191003211417550.htmlhttps://www.theguardian.com/world/2001/may/18/lukeharding Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about the classic Marvel character, Hank McCoy aka Beast! Joined great mate and artist Peader Thomas, we go through Beast's bio - Evan also reveals an interesting factoid about our theme song, tune in and enjoy!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comPeader's website: peaderthomas.comPeader's instagram: @peaderthomasOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasBeast's Marvel bio: ttps://www.marvel.com/characters/beast-henry-mccoy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dynasties is David Attenborough's 2018 BBC series centring on "Five extraordinary animals in heroic battles against the odds." Joined by comedians Ben Russell (The Grub, Little Scamps) and Bri Williams (The Big Hoo Ha, the Bachelor Unpacked) we focus on episode 1: Chimpanzees!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's twitter: @benrussellsBri's twitter: @willsybeeBri's Improv troupe: http://www.hoohaamelbourne.com.au/Our awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we get Naomi Higgins and Danielle Walker from Batch Bitch back to talk about the remake of the Jungle Book (they talked about the Disney original on episode 29)!Check out Matt's YouTube panel show Footy Footy Foot! http://youtu.be/fnRZobFTWpA Evan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comDanielle and Naomi's podcast: Batch BitchNaomi's twitter: @nomstrositiDanielle's twitter: @danwalkercomedyOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Batman: The Brave and the Bold was a cartoon series (2008-2011). In this episode we talk mainly about Gorillas In Our Midst (season 2 episode 12) which is a super ape heavy episode featuring characters Gorilla Grodd, Gorilla Boss, Monsieur Mallah and Detective Chimp! We're joined by Nick Mason (The Weekly Planet) and Cass Paige (Sanspants Radio) to discuss!Batman chat begins: 13:58 (approx)Evan's web series (about video games) launched it's new series this week: gameygame.comBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comMaso's pod: Weekly PlanetMaso's twitter: @wikipediabrownMaso's instagram: @nickmaseauCass' podcast network: SanspantsCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeCass instagram: @casscasspaigeOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Overwatch is a hero shooter video game by Blizzard Entertainment that features a super intelligent gorilla named Winston - we are joined by Jess Perkins (Do Go On) and Bec Petraitis (Kentucky Fried Chattin') to discuss! We talk in particular about the 8 minute short, Recall (which you can watch here).See Matt and Jess live at the Melbourne Fringe this week! mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsEvan's web series (about video games) launches it's new series Sunday: gameygame.comBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsBec's twitter: @becnessBec's Instagram: @BecPetraitisBec's Podcast: Kentucky Fried ChattinOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasWebsites quoted/referenced:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Overwatch_(video_game)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Characters_of_Overwatchhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winston_(Overwatch) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Scooby Dooby Doo, where are you? We need some help from you now... Cass Paige and Jackson Baly to discuss.Buy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMatt's twitter: @mattstew_artMatt's instagram: @MattStewartComedyMatt's facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsEvan's instagram: @stupidoldevanEvan and Matt's studio/production company: stupidoldstudios.comCass and Jackson's podcast network: SanspantsCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeCass instagram: @casscasspaigeJackson's Twitter: @alldogsaredeadJackson's instagram: @hamsforeverOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasWebsites quoted/referenced:https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0907038/https://scoobydoo.fandom.com/wiki/Never_Ape_an_Ape_Manhttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063950/trivia?ref_=tt_ql_2https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scooby-Doohttps://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063950/?ref_=tt_ov_infhttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Many_Loves_of_Dobie_Gillis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Rampage is a 2018 action blockbuster starring Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson based on an arcade game from 1986. Second banana Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game) is back along with guests Ben Russell (The Grub) and Bec Petraitis (Kentucky Fried Chattin) to discuss!Buy merch (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's twitter: @benrussellsBec's twitter: @becnessBec's Instagram: @BecPetraitisBec's Podcast: Kentucky Fried ChattinOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasVulture article quoted on the show: https://www.vulture.com/2018/04/rampage-the-most-faithful-video-game-adaptation-ever-made.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gilligan's Island is a sitcom from the 1960's where a small boat is shipwrecked on an island It's not too good - but on the episode, Beauty Is As Beauty Does, there is a chimpanzee (played by a man in a suit). On the episode, the castaways hold a beauty pageant. To discuss this important piece of television, I am joined by Brett Blake and Josh Armstrong to discuss (we're up on the Gold Coast, so unfortunately Evan isn't second banana-ing on this episode).Buy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsBrett's podcast: Worst First DatesBrett's instagram: @brettyblakeJosh's Comedy Company: Based ComedyBased Comedy on Instagram: @basedcomedyOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's time to talk spoooooooky primate stories! We talk about real primate hauntings, including a couple of castles and a bridge! A haunted monkey bridge? It doesn't get much scarier! We are joined by primate/ghost experts Jess Perkins and Jackson Baly to discuss.Buy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsJackson's Twitter: @alldogsaredeadJackson's podcast network: Sanspants RadioOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasArticles discussed:https://tylerpaper.com/news/local/the-legend-of-the-haunted-monkey-bridge/article_96bc924c-3923-56fd-9bf9-43c6ab8ffe73.html?fbclid=IwAR3jCqE02n_2krqHEiJffHF-oFobmsnY6zEnQ2TRcVSAu05M7iIcocfwvqkhttps://www.pembrokeshirecoast.wales/default.asp?PID=353&fbclid=IwAR1ABKv5wPaGzsVntYM3HyKS85Z9tD3kqbJMdCMVCk2fporW4E7a0wkV83Uhttps://www.thesun.co.uk/news/1568415/the-ghost-of-a-masturbating-ape-haunts-the-hallways-of-a-grand-country-estate-in-dorset/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Powerpuff Girls is an American superhero animated television series which centres on Blossom, Bubbles, and Buttercup, three kindergarten-aged girls with superpowers and their arch nemesis, Mojo Jojo the super intelligent chimp! Second banana Evan Munro-Smith and I are joined by comedians Bec Petraitis (Stupid Old Studios) and Timothy Clark (Chimp Cop) to discuss. In particular, we talk about episode 7 from season 1:, Mr. Mojo's Rising, where Mojo Jojo reveals he was once the Professor's assistant, before convincing him to give Mojo the same superpowers as the Girls.Buy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic from history each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsBec's twitter: @becnessBec's Instagram: @BecPetraitisBec aPodcast: Kentucky Fried ChattinTimothy's Twitter: @MrTimothyClarkTim's Sketch Group: Chimp CopOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasArticles discussed: https://comicvine.gamespot.com/mojo-jojo/4005-72936/https://www.scoopwhoop.com/Have-We-Misunderstood-Mojo-Jojo/https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Powerpuff_Girls Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back was an American comedy film written and directed by Kevin Smith, the fifth in his View Askewniverse. Evan and I are joined by Kevin Smith fan man Joel Zammit and Kevin Smith hater boy Joel Duscher. Zammit and I loved it when it came out, Duscher and Evan hadn't seen it before this week. Filmed in a pre-9/11 world, how does the film hold up in the current day? Listen in to hear four soy boys' opinions!We talk off topic for a while at the top, so if you are here for Jay and Silent Bob chat, it starts around 13 minutes in.Come see me LIVE in KNOX TONIGHT (August 1st) and BRISBANE (August 12, 13, 15), tix/info: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Donate to Planet Broadcasting's Fundraising Campaign: https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/outreach/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsDuscher's twitter: @dusch13Zammit's twitter: @GoddammitZammitDuscher and Zammit's podcast network: sanspantsradio.comSanspants twitter: @SanspantsRadioOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The original Disney Lion King was a huge success in 1994 (as discussed in episode 23) so the Jon Favreau's remake had big shoes to fill! My trusty second banana, Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game) and I are joined by James 'Mr. Sunday Movies' Clement (The Weekly Planet) and Claire Tonti (Just Make the Thing) to discuss!We talk off topic for a while at the top, so if you are here for Lion King chat, it starts around 17 minutes in.Come see me LIVE in KNOX (August 1st) and BRISBANE (August 12, 13, 15), tix/info: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Donate to Planet Broadcasting's Fundraising Campaign: https://www.planetbroadcasting.com/outreach/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsClaire and James' new podcast: SuggestibleSuggestible's Twitter: @suggestiblepodClaire's podcast: Just Make The ThingClaire's twitter: @mrssundaymoviesJames' podcast: The Weekly PlanetJames' twitter: @mrsundaymoviesOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spiderman is one of the most popular super heroes of all time, in his new film a new primatey alter ego is introduced, Night Monkey! I'm joined by (now regular second banana) Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game), Nick Mason (The Weekly Planet) and Cass Paige (Sanspants Radio) to discuss the film! The episode is SPOILER HEAVY!Come see me LIVE in KNOX August 1st) and BRISBANE (August 12, 13, 15), tix/info: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsBuy MERCH (pins and Prime Mates beanies) here: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/shop/Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyMaso's pod: Weekly PlanetMaso's twitter: @wikipediabrownMaso's instagram: @nickmaseauCass' podcast network: SanspantsCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeCass instagram: @casscasspaigeEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasRead the article about Spiderman/Night Monkey we quoted: https://www.hitc.com/en-gb/2019/07/06/spider-man-far-from-home-origins-of-night-monkey-explained/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Futurama is one of my favourite TV shows so it was fun to talk about it with guests Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game) and Bec Petraitis (Kentucky Fried Chattin)!On the 11th episode of season 1 (Mars University) Fry and the team from Planet Express meet a super intelligent monkey named Guenter and hilarity ensues...Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyBec's twitter: @becnessBec's Instagram: @BecPetraitisBec aPodcast: Kentucky Fried ChattinEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toy Story 4 is topping box offices around the world this week and I am joined by Timothy Clark (Chimp Cop) and Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game) to discuss!Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyTimothy's Twitter: @MrTimothyClarkTim's Sketch Group: Chimp CopEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Toy Story was released in 1995 and it changed everything! Well at least the world of animated feature films and Pixar has been an unstoppable force since. I am joined by Jess Perkins (Triple J, Do Go On podcast) and Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game) to discuss!Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out Jess and my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasCheck out the Story Behind Toy Story article I quoted: https://medium.com/the-mission/the-story-behind-the-toy-story-e660368bd0db and more imdb Toy Story fun facts: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0114709/trivia?ref_=tt_trv_trv Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project Runway All Stars is a fashion competition reality TV show hosted by Alyssa Milano. Season 7, episode 5: On The Prowl, has the contestants fashion inspired by zoo animals for a wild night out... one of the contestants chooses a white cheeked gibbon! To discuss, I am joined by Maggie Looke and Evan Munro-Smith!Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyMaggie's twitter: @GotthelookeKaftan twitter poll: https://twitter.com/PrimeMatesPod/status/1141692802360729601Evan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader ThomasAndrew Swift's episode recap: https://tvline.com/2019/01/30/project-runway-all-stars-recap-juli-grbac-eliminated-season-7-episode-5/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Full House was an American sitcom from the 80s and 90s and in their fifth series they had an episode called 'Too Much Monkey Business' where Danny's zoologist sister Wendy, pays a visit with her pet chimpanzee. I am joined by special returning guest, Erika Fleury from NAPSA (the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance)! Erika also answers a bunch of listener questions about primates!'NAPSA is a coalition of the leading primate sanctuaries in North America whose members care for over 800 nonhuman primates retired from laboratory research, the entertainment industry, and private ownership.' Erika is NAPSA’s Program Director and a pro-primatologist having studied undergrad and graduate level primatology courses.In 2013 Erika published her book Monkey Business: A History of Nonhuman Primate Rights. Her work has been featured live on CNN and in the New York Times, National Geographic, The Washington Post, and other media outlets, and she has published a variety of work advocating for responsible primate retirement.NAPSA online: primatesanctuaries.orgNAPSA's facebook: facebook.com/PrimateSanctuaryNAPSA's instagram: instagram.com/napsaprimatesSupport the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Monkees were a band formed in the 1960s who had an award winning TV show and a string of hit singles including Daydream Believer, I'm a Believer and Last Train to Clarksville. I am joined by Damian Cowell (TISM, Root!, the DC3 and Damian Cowell's Disco Machine) to discuss! We go off on many tangents and talk about the St.Kilda Football Club as well as Damian's bands, in particular TISM and the Disco Machine.Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week, episode 176 is about TISM): Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyDamian's website: damiancowell.comDamian's FacebookDamian TwitterArticles discussed:https://www.neatorama.com/2014/09/17/Hey-Hey-Were-the-Monkees/http://mentalfloss.com/article/66101/11-things-you-might-not-know-about-monkeeshttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_MonkeesOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The new version of Disney's Aladdin has just come out, so following up from last week's episode about the original, I am joined by Jess Perkins and Timothy Clark (from sketch group Chimp Cop) to discuss it! Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out Jess and my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsTimothy's Twitter: @MrTimothyClarkTim's Sketch Group: Chimp CopOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week is a special crossover event with the Total Reboot podcast! Join me, with specialguests Cameron James and Alexei Toliopoulos as we discuss the classic Disney film, Aladdin - a film about a little street urchin named Aladdin and his monkey friend Abu, who have adventures with a big blue genie!To hear an exclusive extra segment, go over to Total Reboot to hear about the texts the film was based on and some previous adaptations! f you're coming over from Total Reboot to hear the little exclusive section over here, skip to around the last 10-15 minutes! Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy website: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/My twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyCam and Alexei's other podcasts: Finding Drago, Mike Check and A Bit of This and a Bit of ThatTotal Reboot Twitter: @totalrebootpodCam's Twitter: @iamcameronjamesAlexei's Twitter: @ThisisAlexeiOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Koko the Gorilla won over the hearts of the world when she started communicating with sign language and befriending kittens. I am joined by comedians (and some sort of scientist) Andy Matthews and Angus Gordon to discuss! We recorded this whilst driving Andy home to his country house!I'm in SYDNEY for the Sydney Comedy Festival week! (May 16, 18, 19) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the special discount code 'primemates' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsPrime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyAndy's pod: Two In The Think TankAndy's twitter: @stupidoldandyAngus' FacebookOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dragon Ball Z is a Japanese anime series originally made in 1989, which became a worldwide cultural phenomenon in the 1990s. I bloody missed it at the time, so was excited to be joined by stand up comedians Adam Knox (Filthy Casuals, Arya Talking To Me?, Oooh, Spooky) and Timothy Clark (from sketch group Chimp Cop) to discuss it!I'm in SYDNEY for the Sydney Comedy Festival next week! (May 16, 18, 19) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the special discount code 'primemates' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyAdam's Twitter: @adamgknoxAdam's podcasts: Filthy Casuals, Arya Talkin To Me?, Oooh SpookyTimothy's Twitter: @MrTimothyClarkChimp Cop's websiteOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harry and the Hendersons is a 1987 ffilm about a family that encounters a big foot - it is weird and wonderful. I am joined by Jackson and Adam from Sanspants radio to discuss it!I'm taking my new stand up show Bone Dry to the Sydney Comedy Festival (May 16, 18, 19) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the special discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyJackson's Twitter: @alldogsaredeadAdam's Twitter: @retroarchetypeJackson and Adam's podcast network: Sanspants RadioOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is the second episode of Weird Monkey Stories - the media seems to always be reporting on weird monkey (and ape) stories in the news, this week special guest Brian Colella (While You Were Talking Podcast) and I trade some of these stories.I'm taking my new stand up show Bone Dry to the Sydney Comedy Festival (May 16, 18, 19) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the special discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyBrian's pod: While You Were TalkingBrian's twitter: @beepeeseaBrian's instagram: @beepeeseaOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Project X is a 1987 sci-fi film starring Matthew Broderick, Helen Hunt and Willie as Virgil the chimp. Matthew Broderick is an American Air Force pilot who is reassigned to a top secret military experiment involving chimps - soon he starts to uncover some the dark truth about Project X.To talk about it I am joined by Nick Mason (The Weekly Planet), Cass Paige (Sanspants Radio) and Evan Munro-Smith (Gamey Gamey Game)!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in April/May (final shows in Melbourne this weekend the three shows only in Sydney in May) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the special discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyMaso's pod: Weekly PlanetMaso's twitter: @wikipediabrownMaso's instagram: @nickmaseauCass' podcast network: SanspantsCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeCass instagram: @casscasspaigeEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and sweet logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Any Which Way But Loose was Clint Eastwood's first foray into comedy - the critics hated it but it was a box office smash! I'm joined by comedians Ben Russell (Little Scamps, The Grub) and Cameron James (Finding Drago, Mike Check, Total Reboot and A Bit of This and a Bit of That) to talk about it!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in April/May (final shows in Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's Melbourne show: FylleangstBen's twitter: @benrussellsCam's podcasts: Finding Drago, Mike Check, Total Reboot and A Bit of This and a Bit of ThatCam's Melbourne show: Strawberry BlondeCam's twitter: @iamcameronjamesOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bangers and Mash (1989) was a British children's cartoon series focusing on two mischievous chimps. I am joined by Sydney comedians Fran Middleton and Ben Kochan and we have a fun time!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (final legs in Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedySee Fran in Melbourne (final show tonight!) and Sydney (2-3 May)Fran's Instagram: @franmiddlefranSee Ben in Melbourne (as part of the Comedy Zone) and Sydney (23-29 April)Ben's Twitter: @BenKochanOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasResources:https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bangers_and_Mash_(TV_series)https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0492427/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bedtime For Bonzo (1951) and it's follow up, Bonzo Goes to College (1952) are films about a chimp named Bonzo. The first film is probably best known for starring future president of the USA, Ronald Regan. We were only going to talk about Bedtime For Bonzo, but we played the wrong film and it was a long way into it before we realised.I am joined by the very funny Sydney comedian Suren Jayemanne and the very lovely James Hingley (multi talented tech man and Stewart Lee's road manager).I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (final legs in Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedySuren's website: surenjayemanne.comSuren's twitter: @JayEManneSee Suren at the Sydney Comedy FestivalCheck out James' Website: giantbanana.co.ukOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The media seems to always be reporting on weird monkey (and ape) stories in the news, this week special guest Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall (Two in the Think Tank, Shusher Guided Meditations) and I trade some of these stories. If you have suggestions of other stories we could tell in future episodes, tweet us using #BananasStoriesI'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (to Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsNew Prime Mates Spotify PlaylistCheck out my other podcast: Do Go OnMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyAl's pods: Shusher Guided Meditations and Two In The Think TankAndy's twitter: @stupidoldandyAl's twitter: @alasdairtbOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasTrack used at 12:48 - Gianluca Rughi - MeditationSoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/gianluca-rughi-1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What happens when Hollywood's monkeys and apes retire? I talk to Erika Fleury from NAPSA (the North American Primate Sanctuary Alliance) to find out!'NAPSA is a coalition of the leading primate sanctuaries in North America whose members care for over 800 nonhuman primates retired from laboratory research, the entertainment industry, and private ownership.' Erika is NAPSA’s Program Director and a pro-primatologist having studied undergrad and graduate level primatology courses.In 2013 Erika published her book Monkey Business: A History of Nonhuman Primate Rights. Her work has been featured live on CNN and in the New York Times, National Geographic, The Washington Post, and other media outlets, and she has published a variety of work advocating for responsible primate retirement.I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (to Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyNAPSA online: primatesanctuaries.org/NAPSA's facebook: facebook.com/PrimateSanctuary/Our awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2014 Vice's Motherboard released a documentary about a "real planet of the apes" to tie in with the cinematic release of Dawn of the Planet of the Apes. The documentary's blurb: Our crew traveled to remote Liberia to discover 'Monkey Island,' an area inhabited solely by former lab tested chimpanzees who survived disease and two civil wars. We go to the island, interview the locals and meet the scientists involved in the testing facility 25 years ago.Trying to put aside the fact that this island which is solely inhabited by chimps is called 'Monkey Island', I am joined by returning guests Ben Russell and Stuart Daulman as we discuss this documentary. It's a fun time!Watch the documentary hereI'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (to Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsMy twitter: @mattstew_artMy instagram: @MattStewartComedyMy facebook: facebook.com/mattstewartcomedyBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's Melbourne show: FylleangstBen's twitter: @benrussellsStu's MICF show: Master ClassStu's twitter: @stu_whatOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Umbrella Academy is a Netflix superhero series adapted from the comic books by Gerard Way and Gabriel Bá. This week I am joined by Nick Mason (The Weekly Planet) and Cass Paige (Sanspants Radio) to discuss the series just after we all binged it!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in March/April (to Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne and Sydney) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsMy Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Maso's pod: Weekly PlanetMaso's twitter: @wikipediabrownMaso's instagram: @nickmaseauCass' podcast network: SanspantsCass' twitter: @CassCassPaigeCass instagram: @casscasspaigeOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader Thomas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week it has been reported in the news that Mike Tyson wanted to fight a gorilla in the 1980s, with guest Dave Warneke (Do Go On), we talk about how this came about and what chance a human would have in beating an ape in a fight... I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigs Use the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Support the show on PatreonOur twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsMy Twitter, Instagram, Facebook Check out Dave and my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnDave's New Podcast: Book Cheat (@BookCheatPod on Twitter/Instagram/Facebook)Dave's twitter: @davewarnekeOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasWebsites quoted:https://www.thesun.co.uk/sport/8446122/mike-tyson-gorilla-fight/https://slate.com/human-interest/2013/03/professional-fighter-vs-gorilla-who-would-win.htmlhttps://comicvine.gamespot.com/forums/battles-7/a-human-can-beat-a-silver-back-gorilla-in-a-fight--1785885/http://www.mtv.com/news/1865937/men-fought-apes/ Support the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Zoboomafoo was an American/Canadian children's educational program that ran from 1999-2001. Created and hosted by the Kratt brothers (and a talking lemur named Zoboomafoo).This week's returning guests are Jess Perkins (Do Go On) and Ben Russell (The Grub). This has often been suggested by listeners, but none of us had heard of it before and we are potentially a bit rough on it - but hopefully we don't ruin anyone's childhood! Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out Jess and my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's twitter: @benrussellsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Saiyūki (1978-80) was a Japanese television series based on the 16th century Chinese novel, Journey to the West. Dubbed into English and re-titled 'Monkey' (aka 'Monkey Magic') the series became a cult classic in the UK, and an even bigger hit in Australia!This episode is a great fun time with guests Vicky Hanlon (Vic and Em's Comedy Gems) and Raewyn Pickering!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnVicky's Podcast: Vic and Em's Comedy GemsVicky's Comedy Company: Hands Down ComedyRaewyn's Facebook PageRaewyn's MICF Show: LovelyOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Harambe the gorilla was the biggest meme of 2016, on this week's episode I am joined by comedian Angus Gordon to talk about what lead to this - it's a bit of a grim topic, but we try to have fun with it!I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnAngus' FacebookOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seinfeld is often sited as the best sitcom of all time, in episode 22 of season 6 (the Face Painter) one of the subplots involves Kramer having a dispute with a chimpanzee (the main plot involves Elaine's boyfriend Puddy painting his face in team colours for an ice hockey match).This week, to discuss this important episode, I'm joined by host of Gamey Gamey Game and director of Sammy J on the ABC, Evan Munro-Smith.I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnEvan's web series (about video games): gameygame.comEvan's twitter: @evanmsOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The votes have been counted and it's time to announce the top five in the Primate of the Year awards 2018!This week, I'm joined by comedians Ben Russell (The Grub, Little Scamps) and Stuart Daulman (Fancy Boy) who return after appearning on last year's fan favourite episode 'David Attenborough's Life'.I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnBen's Web Series: Little ScampsBen's podcast: The GrubBen's Perth show: FylleangstBen's twitter: @benrussellsStu's MICF show: Master ClassStu's twitter: @stu_whatOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 1967, Disney released their smash hit animated version of Rudyard Kipling's, The Jungle Book. Still much loved, the film wasn't without it's troubles and controversies though.This week I am joined by the very funny comedians Naomi Higgins and Danielle Walker (Bitch Batch podcast).I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Vote for the 2018 Primate of the Year: http://bit.ly/PrimatePoll2018Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnDanielle and Naomi's podcast: Batch BitchNaomi's twitter: @nomstrositiNaomi's TV Show: Why Are You Like This?Danielle's twitter: @danwalkercomedyDanielle's London Show: Bush RatOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In 2011 David Slater, a wildlife photographer was able to entice a group of black crested macaques to take photos of themselves - these photos resulted in a long and fascinating legal dispute involving Slater, a book publisher and animal rights group PETA!This week I am joined by Andy Matthews (Shaun Micallef's Mad As Hell, Two In The Think Tank podcast) and inspired by my other podcast (Do Go On) I report to him about this curious case.I'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon' Vote for the 2018 Primate of the Year: http://bit.ly/PrimatePoll2018Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsCheck out my other podcast (where we do a report about a different topic each week): Do Go OnAndy's pod: Two In The Think TankAndy's twitter: @stupidoldandyAndy's MICF show: MAGMAOur awesome theme song by Evan Munro-Smith and logo by Peader ThomasSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about the 2018 Netflix film Mowgli - which is a darker take of Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book. We are joined by special guest hosts Jess Perkins (Triple J, Do Go On, Frasing The Bar) and Peter Jones (The Project, Oooh Spooky podcast)! Primate Sports Mascot/Primate of the week discussed: Colossus the GorillaI'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsJess' twitter: @jess_perkinsJess' instagram: @jessperkinsJess' and my other podcast: dogoonpod.comPete's twitter: @PeterTheJonesPeter's Podcast: Oooh, SpookySupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we talk about the 2001 film MVP2: Most Vertical Primate. With special guest hosts Andy Matthews and Alasdair Tremblay-Birchall (Shaun Micallef's Mad As Hell, Two In The Think Tank podcast)! Primate Sports Mascot/Primate of the week discussed: Salmon Arm SilverbacksI'm touring my new stand up show Bone Dry in 2019 (to Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Melbourne) Tickets/details: https://mattstewartcomedy.com/gigsUse the early bird discount code 'dogoon'Our twitter: @PrimeMatesPodOur instagram: @primematespodFacebook: facebook.com/primematespodEmail: [email protected] topic/primate suggestions for the show? Chuck them here: http://bitly.com/PrimeMatesTipsAndy and Al's pod: Two In The Think TankAndy's twitter: @stupidoldandyAl's twitter: @alasdairtbSupport the show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.