Shit's Gone Sideways
Comedian & former criminal Andrew Hamilton interviews people about times when their lives went pear shaped.
Episodes
28 episodes
Tom Nash/ DJ Hookie
Tom's life changed dramatically when at nineteen, he contracted meningococcal disease and lost both hands and legs. Finding a calling in music, and kitted up with astonishing hooks for hands, Tom became a mainstay of Sydney's club scene as DJ H...
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1:59:26
Brett Connellan
With a future as a pro surfer looking almost certain, Brett's life changed forever when three quarters of his left quad was bitten off by a shark. After miraculously surviving, Brett began to realise that it wasn't just flesh that the shark had...
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Episode 29
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1:39:13
Pedro Fernandes
Born in Brazil but raised in Australia, Pedro fell into addiction and debt which led to him spending time behind bars for robbing a Sydney golf club. Later, Pedro was sent to Villawood Detention Centre after his visa was cancelled, and Pedro mo...
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Episode 28
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2:01:00
Craig Boss
Born and raised in South Africa, Craig moved with his wife and children to Australia to start a new life. Years later, Craig's life began to unravel as his declining sense of self-worth and unresolved childhood trauma led him to attempt suicide...
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Episode 27
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1:41:10
Andrew Truong
Andrew talks about his road from four years in prison for drugs to turning his life around as founder of One Out Training, and through his role as a youth mentor with Confit Pathways.
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Episode 26
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1:25:18
Mitch Garling
Comedian Mitch Garling shares his story of his father being diagnosed with terminal cancer and the race against time for him to make it to Mitch’s wedding.
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Episode 25
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58:34
Shad Wicka
Comedian Shad Wicka talks about landing his dream job on radio, only for him to be fired while driving interstate to start the new gig. Why? He'd suggested that then-Prime Minister Scott Morrison is a c-word.
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Episode 24
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1:04:56
Gayle Jordan
Based in Oregon, USA, Gayle is a former Southern Baptist who left her faith when her children began asking questions she could not answer. Gayle is the Executive Director of Recovering From Religion, an international non-profit or...
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Episode 22
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1:08:32
Sarah Gaul
Musical comedian Sarah Gaul chats about her experiences with intrusive thoughts. Then Andrew and Sarah get into a super niche chat about Melbourne Comedy Festival that they're both currently appearing in.
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Episode 20
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1:29:42
Russell Manser
Russell is the founder of Voice of a Survivor, an organisation that supports and seeks compensation for victims of institutional abuse. A victim of sexual abuse himself, both in prison and juvenile detention, Russell's life spiralled into addic...
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Episode 19
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2:23:31
Peter Lavac - The Lambo Lawyer
Criminal Barrister Peter, who previously made international news for having the number plate "LGOPNR" on his Lamborghini, shares stories from his colourful life.
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Episode 18
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1:46:37
Daniel Townes
Comedian Daniel Townes talks about his struggles with alcohol during lockdown.
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Episode 17
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1:49:50
Wayne Cleveland
Lifelong Maroubra local and surfer, Wayne spent ten years in prison for running an international cocaine trafficking syndicate, before turning his life around.
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Episode 16
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2:35:07
Naomi Mourra
Naomi is Sydney's only lesbian, Lebanese, ex-Jehovah's Witness, comedian. Naomi shared stories about her upbringing, leaving her religion, and her journey of self-discovery.Naomi is currently doing a show at Sydney Comedy Festival...
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Episode 15
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1:44:31
Danny Shannon
Social media star Danny spent seventeen years as a drug addict and had numerous stints in prison. He’s now been clean and sober for over thirteen years and devotes his time to inspiring others.
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Episode 14
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1:50:32
Marty Bright
Comedian Marty Bright talks about how the grief of losing his brother at a young age shaped his life.
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Episode 13
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1:09:55
Jay Allen - The Melanoma Man
In 2008, at the age of 32, Jay was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma and given a 50% chance to live. Unlike many, Jay survived, and now through his charity, the Australian Skin Cancer Foundation, dedicates his life to skin cancer education and su...
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Episode 12
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1:02:56
Graham 'Abo' Henry
Infamous Sydney underworld figure Graham 'Abo' Henry talks about his life of crime and how he came to be the last man standing.
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Episode 11
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3:14:23
Robbie Eagles
Robbie Eagles shares his journey to becoming a professional wrestler.
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Episode 10
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1:41:08
Chris Ryan
Comedian Chris Ryan talks about her experiences with post-natal depression.
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Episode 9
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1:19:51
Rob Manning
In December 2021, Rob suffered liver failure and fell into a coma. A liver transplant saved his life.
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Episode 8
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1:19:46
David Boyle
Comedian and host of the I'm Quitting Alcohol podcast David Boyle chats about the road to sobriety.
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Episode 7
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1:35:59
Joe Kwon
Joe spent nine years in prison before launching CONFIT - a fitness business and social enterprise run by ex-convicts.
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Episode 6
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1:31:19