Defining Culture

Ryan Job Dunn & US Late Night TV

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

On this episode I'm joined by Ryan Jon Dunn, one half of the enormously successful Toni & Ryan Podcast, to chat about his life-long love affair with American Late Night TV (And Hilary Duff). SYDNEY! Please come to my Sydney Comedy Festival Show on May 1 & 3 at the Factory Theatre. Defining Culture listeners can get a big discount using code: SYDVIP

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Rowan Thambar & Hilary Duff

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:00:00 GMT

Come see me live in Melbourne and Sydney in my new show Bushranger - on now!

Discount code for Defining Culture listeners MELBVIP or SYDVIP

Rowan's special Small Talk is out on YouTube. Watch it now!

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Sam McGowan & Austin Powers

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 18:00:00 GMT

This week we have comedian Sam McGowan here to take us through his love of the Austin Powers cinematic universe.

You can catch both Hunter and Sam at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival which is on right NOW!

For cheap tickets to Hunter's show use code: MELBVIP in Melbourne and SYDVIP in Sydney,

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Jordy Lucas & Neighbours

Wed, 12 Mar 2025 18:00:00 GMT

What's it like to get cast on your favourite TV show? And what's it like to get the axe?

The gorgeous Jordy Lucas joins me to talk all things Neighbours. Jordi's a podcaster, actress and fellow diet coke enthusiast.

You can listen to her podcast 'That's Showbiz Baby everywhere'... and you should. It's a hoot!

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Jordan Barr & Chicken Run

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 20:12:45 GMT

Welcome to series two of Defining Culture! It's great to be back with some tremendous guests talking about their favourite piece of pop culture. First up is comedian and Triple J presenter Jordan Barr discussing the animated poultry classic Chicken Run!

Come and see my new comedy show Bushranger in Melbourne and Sydney! Tickets at the link below or follow me on Instagram @mrhuntersmith

https://taplink.cc/mrhuntersmith

Enjoy!

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Nat Harris & The Bold & The Beautiful

Wed, 29 May 2024 19:00:23 GMT

On the final episode of Defining Culture's debut series I am joined by the tremendous Nat Harris.

Nat came straight from Triple R where she hosts the brekkie show to discuss with me her first love, Bold & The Beautiful.

Go see nat's encore performance of Lathered at Comedy Republic on July 16.

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Prue Blake & The Bon Appetit Test Kitchen

Wed, 15 May 2024 19:00:17 GMT

This week i am joined by the delightful Prue Blake to talk about her long history with the Bon Appetit test kitchen - and our joint love of breakfast cereal.

You can catch Prue's show Concrete Pigs as she tours around the country. You won't regret it!

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Charlie Lewin & Glee

Wed, 01 May 2024 17:00:55 GMT

This weeks episode is all about Glee with the hilariously talented Charlie Lewin.

Follow Hunter @MrHunterSmith and Charlie at @Charlewincomedy

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Chris Cheers & Liza Minnelli

Wed, 17 Apr 2024 19:00:48 GMT

This week the wonderful Chris Cheers joins us to talk about his love for the EGOT icon legend, Miss Liza Minelli.

Chris is a psychologist and Author and you can read all about his work on his website

https://www.chrischeers.com/

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Sam Taunton & The Big Chill

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 18:00:17 GMT

This week we have the divine Sam Taunton talking all about his favourite movie, The Big Chill.

Get along and see Sam's brand new stand-up show How To Tie A Tie at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival and then all around the country. You won't regret it!

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100 PERCENT THAT TIM & Mean Girls

Thu, 14 Mar 2024 18:00:04 GMT

This week i am joined by social media mega-star, Tim Collins aka @100percentthattim.

A self described millennial safe-space - Tim lived up to his reputation when he brought me one of the great millennial sacred texts to discuss: Mean Girls (2004)

If you don't already follow Tim, what are you doing!?!? get on it @100percentthattim and join in the fun.

Thanks for listening please give the pod a share on your socials to help spread the good word. I'm everywhere @MrHunterSmith.

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Alex Ward & Avril Lavigne

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 18:00:21 GMT

This week i am joined by Alex Ward to talk about sk8ter girl, Avril Lavigne.

Would love it if you could follow me on instagram @mrhuntersmith and share the pod around. Enjoy!

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Georgie Purcell & Legally Blonde

Thu, 15 Feb 2024 18:00:51 GMT

This week i am joined by Georgie Purcell to talk about her favourite film, Legally Blonde.

Georgie is a politician, animal rights campaigner and a bloody good time and i loved doing a deep dive with her about how Legally Blonde may have altered the trajectory of her life.

Would love it if you could follow me on instagram @mrhuntersmith and share the pod around. Enjoy!

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Nath Valvo & Kylie Minogue

Thu, 01 Feb 2024 18:00:00 GMT

This week i am joined by comedian Nath Valvo to discuss teeny tiny pop icon Kylie Minogue. Nath is a true expert in all things Kylie and i hope you enjoy us nerding out over the Queen of Australia. Nath's new show Anyway, Back To Me is heading all around the country soon - be sure to get out and see him, you won't regret it.

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Harry Lloyd & Gavin and Stacey

Thu, 25 Jan 2024 18:00:16 GMT

This week i am joined by Harry Lloyd to talk about Gavin and Stacey. Harry is a director, writer and comedian who is an oracle on all things Welsh.

Disclaimer: This episode is a little loose! We got on the mimosas and... it shows!

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Georgie Tunny & The O.C

Thu, 18 Jan 2024 17:00:55 GMT

This week i am joined by the wonderful Georgie Tunny. Georgie is a journalist, host of The Project (and a range of top rating podcasts) but what i love most about her is that Gerogina Tunny is the ultimate fan-girl, which makes her the perfect guest for Defining Culture.

If you're a swiftie make sure to check out Georgie's new podcast Ready For It. Check it out @readyforitpod

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Thomas Jaspers & Kath & Kim

Thu, 11 Jan 2024 11:16:05 GMT

Welcome to Defining Culture. For episode 2 i am joined by the tremendous Thomas Jaspers. Thomas is a comic, writer and professional Granny and his chosen topic is the iconic Kath and Kim. Thomas is about the premiere his own Kath and Kim Drag Parody play called Fountain Lakes in Lockdown and you can get tickets at: https://alextheatre.au/fountain-lakes-in-lockdown/

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Bron Lewis & Jagged Little Pill

Thu, 04 Jan 2024 00:34:13 GMT

Welcome to Defining Culture. For my very first episode i am joined by the tremendous Bron Lewis. Bron is wickedly funny comic who has chosen Alanis Morissette's monster-hit album Jagged Little Pill as her defining culture. This was a slam dunk choice for episode one and it served as the perfect jumping off point for a ripper chat. If you enjoy this show please share it around!

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