Flogs Podcast

Can Animals be Flogs? A Scientific Investigation (Not Really)

This week on Flogs, Flan, Craig and returning menace Uncle Tim Floggins dive into the very serious, very scientific question: Can animals be flogs? Spoiler: Craig says no. Flan says absolutely. Tim is just here for chaos. We cover:• The medieval pig put on trial and hanged in 1386 (“He was dressed in human clothes and publicly hanged and barbecued…” — transcript)• Mary the elephant who was executed by crane• Praying mantises who decapitate their partners mid‑root• The dingo that took Azaria• Monkeys in Bali who steal your sunnies and dignity• The bees that killed Thomas J. Sennett• The stingray that killed Steve Irwin• Harambe, the most controversial gorilla of all time• And a lion who definitely wasn’t Mufasa (Flan, you absolute idiot) Plus:• Tim pitches “Perpetual Puppies,” the worst subscription service ever invented• Craig nominates himself for Flog of the Week• Flan loses the room repeatedly Sources:• 1386 French pig execution — historical accounts of animal trials in medieval Europe• Mary the Elephant (1916) — public execution in Erwin, Tennessee• Praying mantis mating behaviour — documented biological research• Azaria Chamberlain case (1980) — Australian legal history• Bali monkey theft behaviour — behavioural ecology studies• Thomas J. Sennett (1991) — fictional character from My Girl • Steve Irwin stingray incident (2006) — news reports• Harambe (2016) — Cincinnati Zoo incident• Lion death (1994) — fictionalised reference to The Lion King Sources (Spotify)

Party of Flogs ft. the Corey Worthington story you haven't heard

This episode of Flogs dives into the world’s most chaotic parties — from the real Project X riot in the Netherlands to the legendary rise (and fall) of Corey Worthington. We unpack the A Current Affair interview, the yellow sunnies, the spanner incident, and everything in between. Also in this episode:• Brodley’s biggest flog moment• Craig’s lemon‑through‑the‑window story• Flog of the Week• 7‑Eleven doughnut crimes A chaotic, stupid, very Australian episode.New episodes every two weeks. Sources: Project X Haren (Netherlands, 2012)Wikipedia – “Project X Haren” * BBC News – Coverage of the Haren riots (2012) * The Guardian – Reporting on the Facebook party riot * Dutch News NL – Local reporting on the incident Corey Worthington (Australia) A Current Affair (Nine Network) – Original 2008 interview * News.com.au – Articles on Corey Worthington (party, interview, later life) * The Age / Sydney Morning Herald – Reporting on the Narre Warren party * The Fix (Nine) – Corey Worthington 10‑year follow‑up interview * Geelong Advertiser – Reporting on the mobility scooter incident

Deep Fakes: AI Scams, Fake Nudes & the Principal Who Got Framed

Deepfakes have officially gone feral. This week on Flogs, Flan and Craig dive into the wildest AI‑generated disasters—from dodgy nude‑making apps and malware‑ridden “undress” tools, to the high school principal whose life was blown up by a fake racist audio clip. We also break down the Super Bowl crypto scam that used an AI Donald Trump to convince thousands of people to “double their money,” plus a few personal stories about scams closer to home. To finish, we explore the surprisingly filthy alternate meanings behind “a bird in the hand is worth two in the bush.” AI chaos, scams, stupidity, and a whole lot of laughing at humanity’s downfall. Classic Flogs.

Easter Special: SaveToby.com, Dezi Freeman, Easter Traditions & Bunnings Hacks

It’s the Flogs Easter Special. Craig returns from the USA with stories from Las Vegas, including a very strange encounter with a street worker. We talk Easter traditions, the rising price of chocolate, weird supermarket behaviour, and the internet legend of SaveToby.com. Plus we discuss the strange culture around Australia’s biggest hardware store. ⚠️ Comedy podcast. Not actual advice.

Hawaii Holidays, “I Don’t Hold a Hose”, and the Engadine Maccas Rumour | Flogs Podcast

In this episode of Flogs, Flan and Craig take a deep dive into one of Australia’s most controversial prime ministers: Scott Morrison. From the infamous Hawaii holiday during the 2019–20 bushfires, to the legendary “I don’t hold a hose, mate” comment, and even the infamous Engadine Maccas rumour, nothing is off limits. We break down the moments that defined Morrison’s time in office, including: * The bushfire crisis and the Hawaii trip * Tone-deaf political moments and public gaffes * Vaccine rollout controversies during COVID * Awkward encounters with Australians * Leaked texts from fellow politicians * The bizarre fast-food rumour that refuses to die Then we decide the most important question of all: Just how big of a flog was Scotty from Marketing? Warning: This podcast contains strong language, satire, and absolutely zero respect for political bullshit.