Secrets of the Underworld

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey In this gripping episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil sits down with Jay Malkoun—a man who lived and breathed the criminal life before turning it all around. Once entrenched in the world of organised crime, Jay shares raw and honest stories about his time inside the underworld, the power struggles, and the life-threatening moments that shaped him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey This is rewind to Neil's chat with former Australian professional boxer, Michael Alan Katsidis who competed from 2001 to 2017. Hear more back in season 9 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey In this special episode of Secrets of the Underworld, the tables are turned as producer Shad Wicka puts Neil in the hot seat. Armed with listener questions and a few curveballs of his own, Shad pulls no punches, diving into Neil’s wildest experiences—from the time he got shot at to the chaos of VIP rooms and unforgettable club stories. They also get into what Neil really thinks about the latest Underbelly, the state of the Cross today, and much more. No script, no filter—just raw stories from a life lived deep in the underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey This is a rewind back to Neil's chat with Natascha Consigili. Rewind back to previous seasons to hear moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey In this gripping episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil Cummins sits down with John Killick, the notorious bank robber whose daring helicopter prison escape made headlines around the world. From high-stakes heists to life on the run, Killick shares the raw, unfiltered truth about a life lived outside the law. He opens up about his early crimes, time behind bars, and the love story that led to one of Australia’s most audacious jailbreaks. What does life after crime look like for a man who spent decades on the wrong side of the law? Tune in for an inside look at the mind of a true outlaw.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey Angelica Robles is a former FBI agent who investigated the cartel. She shares her story of being undercover, having friends murdered and unknowingly being married to a Cartel member. Rewind back to earlier seasons of Secrets of the Underworld to hear moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Neil Cummins sits down with Alex Simon, a former Australian strongman known for his record-breaking lifts and sheer power. But strength isn’t just about muscles—it’s about mindset, discipline and fmaily sized pizzas. Alex shares his journey into the world of strength sports,what drove him to push his body to the absolute limit, and the sacrifices it took to reach the top, his new challenge, MMASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Liya Barko was shopping for a volleyball on April 13 when she was stabbed with a 30cm hunting knife during his terrifying attack that shook the whole of Australia. This is a Rewind to her chat with Neil Cummins about the ordeal Rewind back to earlier seasons of Secrets of the Underworld to hear moreSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey From celebrity chef to one of Australia’s most polarizing figures, Pete Evans has never shied away from controversy. In this episode, Pete joins us to talk about his journey from the world of fine dining to becoming a vocal advocate for alternative health and wellness. We dive into his personal beliefs, the backlash he’s faced, and how he’s navigated a career defined by bold choices. Love him or loathe him, Pete’s story is one of reinvention, resilience, and relentless conviction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short survey This is a rewing back to Neil's chat with Rachel Williams. Rachel is the founder of SUTDA, (Stand Up to Domestic Abuse) and author of the book The Devil at Home. After 18 years in an abusive relationship, Rachel was shot and severely injured by her violent partner in 2011. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Catherine De Noire, who is a PhD student, runs a legal brothel in Europe with women who work as independent contractors. All she supplies is a space and security. Noire, who has 67,000 followers on TikTok, said safety is a “key feature” of the club and shared that all of the rooms were equipped with panic buttons. Wanna win a $100 Visa Gift card? Fill out this short survey and go in the draw Take the short surveySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind to Neil's chat with former FBI Agent Ken Strange. To hear more about how a covert operative tracks down terrorists, head back to season 7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Rewind to when Neil sat down with Bonnie Blue and Leilani to talk schoolies and life as a sex worker. In this rewind we hear how Bonnie's parents found out about her line of workSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jackie James Barnes is an Australian drummer and singer. He has been performing since the age of four and is the son of rock legend Jimmy Barnes. Jackie has performed with bands like Rose Tattoo, The Dead Daisies and even the WigglesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind to Neil's chat with Jana Hocking. Jana is a collector of "kinda/sorta boyfriends" and dating stories. She has worked in media and famously produces a column of dating advice Check out Season 8 to hear the full chatSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trisha is know as the Pleasure & Toy Queen, her day job is testing, reviewing and enjoying adult toys. In this episode she brings in a stack of her favourite toys for Neil to inspect while sharing her story of sexual discovery and kinks. Check her out https://www.instagram.com/_pleasuretoyqueen/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind back to season 9 when Kim Hollingsworth shared stories of corruption in between the police and the brothels in the golden mile. Rewind back to Season 7 for the 4 part series uncovering a deep seedy past of Cops, Corruption and Hookers in Kings Cross  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Earlier this year Neil took a job with one of the world's most well known football players - Ronaldinho Gaúcho. IN this episode he shares some stories of travelling Australia with the Brazillian Football MegastarSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a summer rewind. Secrets of the Underworld returns Jan 6 Paul Stansby grew up in a life of crime, dealing with mental health struggles and the loss of his brother. He shares his story and what he is doing to stop other walking in his footstepsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a summer rewind. Secrets of the Underworld returns Jan 6 Fortay is an Australian MC who grew up in Sydney's west plighing his trait in Sydney’s underground hardcore hip/hop scene since 2004. In this episode he shares what it was like in the early days of Australian Hip Hop, the grind of making albums and how to get Snoop Dogg on a record. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Salvatore Coco is an acclaimed actor best known for roles in Home & Away, Heartbreak High and a string of powerful performances in Australian TV and film. Salvatore shares insights from playing gritty characters like Harry Hammoud in Underbelly: The Golden Mile. From standover men to complex antiheroes, he reveals what it takes to bring the underworld to life on screen.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Isherwood has lived wild life of gangs, prison and drug addiction. He has sinced turned his back on crime and drugs, using his freedom to help others escape drug addiction and avoid the life that he onced livedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Rewind to Season 3 of Secrets of the Underworld feat. Graham 'Abo' Henry In part 2 of Neil's chat with Graham 'Abo' Henry, we hear stories of robberies, murder and Graham catching rats.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ron Isherwood has lived wild life of gangs, prison and drug addiction. He has sinced turned his back on crime and drugs, using his freedom to help others escape drug addiction and avoid the life that he once lived.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nick Skitz is an dance music icon who has seen just about everything in the club and music scenes. In this rewind he shares his views on the state of music today. Hear more of Nick Skitz back in season 7 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Canavan was a securities specialist working in the North Tower on 9/11 who survived the collapse of the Twin Towers. He shares his story of what happened that day and how he escaped the rubble and even tried to walk to his home in upstate New York.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

James Rose is a veteran who stood on an IED during his deployment to Afghanistan. Hear his powerful story back in season 7 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Claudette Douglas is a former member of the Australian Defence Force, in this episode she shares what it was like coming through the Army as a woman and the abuse she faced at the hands of soldiers and even her then partner.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sooshi Mango is an Australian comedy troupe made up of of two brothers, Joe and Carlo Salanitri, and their best friend, Andrew Manfre. Check out the full chat back in season 6 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Leilani May is one of the original OF creators who headed to schoolies to make videos with school leavers. In this chat she talks being a sex worker and the fall out from the original crew who made the controversial move that has since resulted in one member having their Visa revoked.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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This is a REWIND back to Neil's chat with Shane Cuthbert Shane was known for his wild pranks online but underneath it all he was abusing drugs and living a life of crime. Hear more of Shane's story in Season 6 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WARNING THIS EPISODE CONTAINS CONVERSATIONS ABOUT ABUSE OF A MINOR Jordan Stephenson's life was turned upside down when she recieved a call for the FBI who were raiding her home after recieving intel that her partner, father of her daughter, had been involved in distributing abuse material.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind to Neil's chat with Jade "Evil Smile" Masson-Wong is a multi discipline fighter who now competes in Bare Knuckle Boxing. Hear the how and why she loves one of the worlds most brutal sports. Hear more back in season 6 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Calen Morris is a 501 deportee and patched member of one of New Zealand’s most notorious motorcycle clubs - The Head Hunters. Calen shares his troubled past with crime and drug abuse, what it was like being deported to New Zealand and how even after leaving a life of crime, he still manages to draw police attentionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind to Neil's chat with George Christie Jr former outlaw biker who served as president of the Ventura, California charter of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club between 1978 and 2011. Hear more of his stories back in Season 4See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bianca Dye is an Australian radio presenter. Throughout her career, Dye has presented programs in the competitive Sydney and Brisbane metropolitan radio markets as well as featuring on TV Shows like Thank God You're Here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind back to Neil's chat with Jewish-American Natalie Sanandaji gives a detailed account of her escape from the deadly Hamas attack at an Israeli music festival on October 7. Hear her full story in back in season 5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Neil sits down with Steve Keogh, a former Scotland Yard detective with over 30 years in the Metropolitan Police. Steve shares gripping stories from his career, including interrogating terrorists, exposing corrupt officers, and confronting child abusers. With a deep understanding of the complexities of these cases, Steve offers a rare glimpse into the intense world of criminal investigations and the pursuit of justice.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind back to Neil's chat with Jamie Lawrence former professional player who played for Leicester City, Bradford City and more. But his career began behind bars playing inter prison matches. Hear more in season 6 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this revealing episode of Secrets of The Underworld, Carly Electric shares her journey into the world of high-class escorting. Carly opens up about her path into the industry, her kinks, and whether she’s ever fallen for a client. She also touches on her unique position as a racehorse owner, blending two very different worlds. With raw honesty, Carly invites us into her double life, offering a rare glimpse behind the curtain of her electrifying career. Check out her new podcast Girlfriend for HireSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Rewind back to Season 1 of Secrets of the Underworld In this moment we hear tips and insights to Australia's prison from the perspective of a working prison guardSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, we sit down with Desley Robinson, a trailblazer in Australian women's boxing and former IBF International Champion. Desley shares her journey through the sport, from her rise in the super welterweight division to becoming a key figure in the early days of Australian women's boxing. Tune in as we discuss her career highlights, the challenges she faced, and her thoughts on the evolution of boxing. Don't miss this inspiring conversation with one of the sport's true pioneers!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Rewind to Neil's chat with Gary Jubelin in Season 6 of Secrets of the Underworld In this Rewind Gary shares the inner workings of his various roles within the police force and raptor squad. Hear the full chat back in season 6See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WHile Neil prepares a massive season 10 for Secrets of the Underworld, we take a look back at one of the more eye opening episodes in the history of the podcast. Dirty Dave worked in one the rarely spoken about businesses of Kings Cross. The Pleasure Chest serviced all kinds of kinks, fetishes and desires. in this episode we learn about the seedy side of the cross.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a Rewind to season 4 of Secrets of the Underworld featuring Escort Jad Blair Rewind back to season 4 to hear more of Jade's storySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belinda Gavin moved to Los Angeles at 21 to study acting. While honing her craft as an actor she also became a champion bull rider, fitness trainer, race car driver. Porn Star and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a rewind back to Season 3 - Simon Newton is a former bodyguard to the stars but also spent time working in Afghanastan. Hear more back in Season 3 of Secrets of the UnderworldSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natascha Consigli has lived a wild life, from a seasoned partier to stripper/model through to air hostess and eventually a convicted drug dealer. In this episode we hear how a Woolloongong jeweller ended up serving time for dealing methSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a REWIND to Neil's chat with Trishy Dishy. Trishy runs one of Sydney's best and exclusive bars. Rubbing shoulders with elites and partying until dawn, Trishy's life wasn't always the bright lights of Oxford street. Some could say she was a late bloomer... Hear here full story in season 7See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.