Everyday Conspiracy Theories

WHAT?

Mon, 28 Apr 2025 19:30:00 GMT

What's the BIG announcement Mena makes at the end of this ep? And is this the ultimate Everyday Conspiracy Theory?

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Who do Self Help books really help?

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 20:13:30 GMT

Crayons for adults, Metallic paint for cars and an engineering problem that has escalated.

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Why have Voice Notes suddenly exploded?

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:30:00 GMT

Our new favourite communication mode, not-so-crazy celebrity names, and waiters pushing “specials”.

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Why are we doing a Q&A episode?

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 19:30:00 GMT

Would we continue the podcast if one of us died? What's Seans favourite ECT of all time? (Mena hates it)

In this special episode we answer the questions put to us by our ECTeasers (collective noun for a group of ECT listeners)

The questions you've always wanted to know about your favourite podcast are not answered on this episode of your second favourie podcast.

No prizes for guessing Mena's handed Sean the keys to the computer to write the notes for this episode.

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Who is making our playlist go all Gaga?

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 18:50:53 GMT

Double crossing music platforms, sneaky salami packages, and booby trap olives.

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I thought you said you wouldn't talk about vaccines?

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 18:50:00 GMT

We 'vax lyrical' about cat jabs, shopping centre bangers, and sneaky product placement.

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What's the real reason formals take place in Term 1?

Mon, 17 Mar 2025 18:50:00 GMT

The mega-industry cashing in on high school formals, and the trap to watch out for on CarSales.com.au.

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Why are my Zoom calls still so sketchy?

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 18:50:00 GMT

Video calls from the 2000s, the 'shocking' changes to modern play equipment, and a blast from the past: Weird Al Yankovic.

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Sean Craig Murphy is Redundant

Thu, 06 Mar 2025 18:50:00 GMT

In this special episode of the Everyday Conspiracy Theories podcast, there are no ECTs and no limits.

Mena Soliman talks to his friend and co-host, Sean Craig Murphy, about his shock redundancy and what comes next after a 42-year career in radio.

How did he feel the moment he found out? How is he processing the news? And why does he say it feels "like watching your own funeral"?

Please enjoy the candid and intimate discussion in this ECT Bonus Episode.

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What makes MAFS a raging success?

Mon, 03 Mar 2025 18:50:00 GMT

The dirty secrets behind trashy TV, and the dodgy car park tactic costing you money.

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Why are leftovers always leftover?

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 18:50:00 GMT

Too much food too little time, to trick the radio audience, and suspicious salad games too.

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Are cops encouraging us to jaywalk?

Mon, 17 Feb 2025 18:50:00 GMT

Crossing the line with the law, stealing from the mafia, and questioning the Fringe Festival.

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You call this a 50th anniversary episode?

Mon, 10 Feb 2025 18:50:00 GMT

Due to popular demand, we brought back The Roast to mark our 50th* episode!

We take this moment to compare the highlights and low-lights of our ECT journey so far. There's some ribbing, there's some poking, but—thank goodness—there are no audio flashbacks.

Enjoy your meal!

*Actually it's 50+1, because we never meet a deadline.

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What did Larry Emdur do to win a Gold Logie?

Mon, 03 Feb 2025 18:50:00 GMT

The bizarre ECT about a quiz show favourite, your smart phone's dumb keyboard, and trying not to get fired while questioning HR.

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Why do men wear the pants (with big pockets)?

Mon, 27 Jan 2025 18:50:00 GMT

We are joined by Tamara and Shanelle from The Beautiful Nightmare podcast, who came to graciously thank us for accepting their trophy at the Australian Podcast Awards.

Oh, and to some discuss ECTs about back hair, little pockets, #GirlMaths and Bunnings.

A special double length episode.

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Is Kmart too good to be true?

Mon, 20 Jan 2025 18:50:00 GMT

Kmart tactics that bedazzle, art galleries that embezzle, and the pimple-popping myth that left us frazzled.

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Why are work meetings so damn long?

Mon, 13 Jan 2025 18:50:00 GMT

The secret reason managers call long meetings, and the phone feature that's more “fright” than “flight”.

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What's in the secret recipe of a Bunnings sausage?

Mon, 06 Jan 2025 21:21:45 GMT

The sneaky sausage ingredient found at your local Bunnings, and the (alleged) cause of ECT's success uncovered.

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A New Year Wish

Mon, 30 Dec 2024 18:50:00 GMT

We want to thank our listeners across Australia and the World for making our first year the best year we could have imagined! Your loyalty and participation have made the podcast what it is.

We'll be back in 2025 with more of your favourite ECTs, and a handful of new surprises.

Stay safe, (enjoy the back catalogue), and see you in the New Year 🎉

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What's the real reason behind product recalls?

Mon, 23 Dec 2024 18:50:00 GMT

Sketchy product recalls, the suspicious rise of white cookware, and mobile detection black spots.

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Why does it matter how many Weet Bix I do?

Mon, 16 Dec 2024 18:50:00 GMT

The soggy secret behind Australia's national cereal, the cricketer who knew too much, and the little tweak making big bucks for Big Audio.

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Who is the evil genius behind Elf on the Shelf?

Mon, 09 Dec 2024 19:10:00 GMT

Toys designed to spy, a parent's Yuletide lie, and the Christmas sales that get you twice.

An ECT Christmas Special!

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Why does it rain after I wash my car?

Mon, 02 Dec 2024 18:50:00 GMT

The secret additive in car wash soap, the tech that COVID rebuilt, and a confession from your hosts.

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When did roadworks become so glamorous?

Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:50:00 GMT

Roadside catwalks, secret fireworks, and shopping trolleys with benefits.

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Who are loyalty cards really rewarding?

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:50:00 GMT

The free coffees you never get, the coin flip conspiracy you won't forget, and the EV driver's ultimate regret.

If you enjoy these topics, check out the ECT back catalogue. You'll find a juicy motoring conspiracy in "When did cars become pokie machines?" and another crooked cafe con in "Why are the smallest cafes the most popular?".

Listen, memorise and share them at your next dinner.

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BONUS: How can I pretend I've heard every episode?

Wed, 13 Nov 2024 18:50:00 GMT

There's a lot of buzz around Everyday Conspiracy Theories at the moment, and if you're new: welcome!

It's not too late to board the ECT bandwagon.

You could play our entire back catalogue (which we'd love), or you could take the expressway with this 12 minute 'best of'.

By listening to this episode, you will:

• Learn what an ECT is
• Come up with your own (which you'll preferably give to us), and
• Join the masses who listen every week.

In today's micro-dose episode we discuss Fake ID'ing, dodgy hotel WiFi, LinkedIn, shrinking hands and 'free range' eggs.

If you like the show, recommend it to a friend. If you don't, recommend it to an enemy.

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Why do supermarkets love online shoppers?

Mon, 11 Nov 2024 19:00:00 GMT

Shopping cart charlatans, pillow traps, and Hungry Panda's secret surprise.

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Why do I suddenly look old?

Mon, 04 Nov 2024 19:50:00 GMT

Collagen infestation, animal shrinkflation, and locksmith collaboration.

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Why are flights deliberately being delayed?

Mon, 28 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

The business lounge gouge, weather app traps, and Sean's smoking gun finally revealed.

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What's the real reason we got nominated for a podcast award?

Mon, 21 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Awards night secrets, the daylight savings scam, and special guest, AFL legend Andrew Jarman.

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What is Nicole Kidman's super power?

Mon, 14 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Team Tom vs Team Nicole, enviro-friendly whitewashing, and Canva's dark past.

ECT Update

We are so proud to have been nominated for our third podcasting award in this our first year. We are finalists in the blockbuster Entertainment category of the 2024 Australian Podcast Awards. We couldn't have achieved this without your ongoing support; by listening and sharing the show with your friends/enemies.

(Oh, and by giving us all your 'award-winning' fodder!)

Winners are announced in late-November 2024, but we already feel like winners. If you're new here, welcome! And please enjoy our 'award-winning back catalogue' - can we say that?

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Who is really calling me?

Mon, 07 Oct 2024 20:00:00 GMT

Double jeopardy spam callers, and the frightening Fat Cat conspiracy.

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Does coffee taste better from plastic?

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

We blow the lids off coffee cups, and crack into "fortune" cookies.

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Why did the mullet really make a comeback?

Mon, 23 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Business in the front, party in the back, Kardashians on the bottom.

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How many times did you go to the loo today?

Mon, 16 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Toilet surveillance and hot water clock watchers.

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Why are there never any forks at work?

Mon, 09 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

In this special edition workplace-themed episode, we deep dive on office cutlery.

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Should we really separate whites from colours?

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Billion dollar bird poo, viral Milo, and the great laundry lie.

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What is really causing airline turbulence?

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Lies in the sky and whiskey business in the music industry.

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What's made heart emojis so popular?

Mon, 19 Aug 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Yoga mats, oodies and rogue tradies. Plus, 👍vs❤️: The Great Emoji Debate.

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What the hell are Ben and Liam doing here?

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 21:00:00 GMT

John West, Netflix, and Adam Sandler.

It's the Everyday Conspiracy Theories that Ben and Liam reject, that make this show the best. Featuring Ben Harvey and Liam Stapleton.

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I'm new here. What is this award-winning show?

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 01:26:36 GMT

Welcome, stranger!

If you've haven't heard an episode of Everyday Conspiracy Theories yet, start here. This little 'flashback harp' episode will get you up to speed on what we're about. Bandwagons, ho!

Thank you for supporting us by listening and sharing. If you like the show, please invite a friend... we need their content.

About the Awards

Six months after debuting, we are very proud to say that ECT has won industry recognition. We received the "Best Host or Presenter/s of the Year" award of the 2024 RadioToday Australia/NZ Podcast Awards. ECT was also acknowledged as a finalist in the "Best Society and Culture Podcast" category. These are tremendous honours and we are excited to say we have plenty of award-winning nonsense in store!

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Who’s cooking up these tasty restaurant names?

Mon, 05 Aug 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Fishy restaurant branding, vacuums that suck, and covert wrestling propaganda.

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What has your physio done for you lately?

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Stretching muscles and the truth; plus, the tactic that makes you upgrade your TV.

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Where did you find this audio!?

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT

We call this the "21st birthday" episode. It's nostalgic, awkward and 99% conspiracy free.

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When did cars become pokie machines?

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Highway gambling and delicate tissue handling.

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Why have supermarkets quietly changed meat packaging?

Mon, 08 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Meat: beige is the new red; and, a couple of recent ECTs explained by experts.

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How do we really know if eggs are free range?

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Unpacking the lies of Big Farmer, an op shop racket, and the tiny devices making big waves.

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Is the panda narrative as black and white as it seems?

Mon, 24 Jun 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Dubious claims about panda conservation, and a Hamish Blake OAM conversation.

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Who says we need to drink '2 litres of water' a day?

Mon, 17 Jun 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Water, wine and bubble tea: three drinks on trial. Plus, a conspiracy denier.

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Why are the smallest cafes the most popular?

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Shrinking cafes, angry drivers, and the secret lives of Sean Craig Murphy.

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Why are we all watching TV with subtitles all of a sudden?

Mon, 03 Jun 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Relying on captions, spying on capsicums, and... a real life mystery we need your help to solve.

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What the hell happened in this episode?

Mon, 27 May 2024 21:34:29 GMT

Sean and Mena have Everyday Conspiracy Theories about each other that neither saw coming. #TheRoast

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Why does the chip industry treat us like spuds?

Mon, 20 May 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Dodgy potato schemes, jazzy nurses and glasses under the microscope.

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Why is my pharmacist taking so long to dispense scripts?

Mon, 13 May 2024 21:53:54 GMT

Pharmacists taking the mickey and poles that look like ciggies.

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What do baristas and DJs have in common?

Mon, 06 May 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Baristas pulling the wool over our (ears) and airport scanners getting in our pants.

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Why aren't we more shocked by big utility bills?

Mon, 29 Apr 2024 21:00:00 GMT

We carefully review fine print, power bills and footy scores... so you don't have to.

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Have people noticed that hands are getting smaller?

Mon, 22 Apr 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Hands shrinking, ads shrieking and brands sneaking. (It... it'll make more sense when you hear it.)

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Why do five-star hotels provide one bar wi-fi?

Mon, 15 Apr 2024 22:07:26 GMT

Patchy wi-fi, chicken addiction and compact cars.

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Who is really behind the push for paper straws?

Mon, 08 Apr 2024 21:00:00 GMT

Limp straws, plump lips and penetrable passwords.

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Why are we still paying so much for avocado?

Mon, 01 Apr 2024 19:30:00 GMT

On today's conspiracy menu: avocados, bananas and coffee. Surcharges apply.

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How does my phone know I have bad breath?

Mon, 25 Mar 2024 21:20:00 GMT

Why AI could be our best friend, the real masterminds behind Bluey, and more.

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Why have we never heard of a 'mum joke'?

Mon, 18 Mar 2024 22:35:00 GMT

We investigate dad humour, LinkedIn and barber shops. Oh, and Taylor Swift (to unashamedly cash in on the hype).

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Is my dentist doing deals with Hollywood?

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 21:30:00 GMT

How do dentists keep us coming back? Joe Biden's new campaign hack, and others.

Got an Everyday Conspiracy? Hit us up on our socials!

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Have we uncovered the bluetooth mafia?

Mon, 04 Mar 2024 21:30:00 GMT

Are our cab drivers picking up more than our fares? Why do soul singers really close their eyes mid-song? And more!

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Why are my prawns so small?

Mon, 26 Feb 2024 21:30:00 GMT

Are fishmongers ripping us off? Who is behind dodgy Facebook Marketplace ads? What is with the accents in Aussie TV ads? And, what is the most unexpected item in the supermarket bagging area?

There must be a reason, and we will uncover it!

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Everyday Conspiracy Theories: TRAILER

Thu, 22 Feb 2024 06:41:30 GMT

The trailer for the curious new show Everyday Conspiracy Theories.

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