Welcome to The Conditional Release Program, a podcast that delves into the netherworld of cults, crims and con artists.
Who would have thought a spicy chest cough would turn everyone so completely mad?
Our weekly show covers the conspiracy theorists that created a 'shadow pandemic' of political idiocy and violent ideation within the fringe of politics.
From time to time we get our hands even dirtier with true crime deep dives. Jack is a seasoned expert in the true crime genre, having written and spoken extensively about Roger Rogerson, Stan 'the man' Smith and, of course, the Fine Cotton Fiasco. In various episodes he guides us through the dark underbelly of Australian crime in his trademark storytelling style.
The world is getting weird and we are getting weird with it. Let's watch as democracy crumbles into a smouldering heap - and take note of the kids carrying the matches and the metho.
Hosted by Jack the Insider and Joel Hill with an occasional rotation of guests that generally share our distaste toward the lunatic fringe.
The Two Jacks discuss Redbridge polling which appears to show a growing divide in the electorate between based on age, income and education levels. The traditional Liberal electorates are now veering…
Editors note: fairly big trigger warning for anyone who might find discussions about CSA either triggering or just a bit much. It's an important conversation to be had but we understand if some of yo…
Editors note: The upload for Episode 49 failed and I didn't notice till ages later - so yes, this is the episode after 49. But it's not 50. That's the one before 49. It makes total sense. Kinda. Not …
Here is part 2 of our chat with Yaakov Aharon - a former ultra-orthodox Jew. Yaakov provides updates on Israel's recent offensive against Gaza with a unique perspective.
We have a chat about his trip …
The Voice and constitutional recognition of indigenous Australians predictably fails at the ballot box. Where to next for reconciliation? And what political impacts will occur in the wake of the fail…
Bill Hayden, the man who probably would have been PM but made way for Bob Hawke in 1983 dies at 90. A former copper who studied economics at night, he rose to become Foreign Minister and Governor Gen…
"Fun cookerbashing will resume soon. Israel and Palestine have gone bananas and it's worth discussing for a moment.
Yaakov Aharon comes from an ultra-orthodox Jewish and Zionist background, but has e…
The Two Jacks discuss the Hamas terrorist attack on Israel and its consequences. A ground war looks likely with the IDF due to begin a campaign after retaliatory bombing raids into Gaza. As more fact…
This week we have a conversation with Brent Lee of Some Dare Call It Conspiracy. Joel is joining the guys for their excellent deep dive episodes and the bromance has only just begun.
To get the ball r…
The polling booths have opened and it is time for Australians to vote on the Voice. Will the polling be found right and the Yes case dismissed in big numbers or is there time for a late turnaround? H…
The Two Jacks discuss the rapid departure from public office. Why so sudden? If there were new disgraces or scandals they are yet to appear. It turned out this was more of a factional try on from Dan…
Here's a preview of this weeks premium epiosde. From as little as five bucks a month! Don't make me get all weird and shame you like Dave Oneegs does - if you can't afford it, you just need to like w…
Coke prices are too damn high! Who ya gonna call? The Albanian Mafia!
We're only half kidding. Australians are prepared to pay dumb amounts of money for coke - and that creates a special kind of mark…
The Two Jacks discuss IR Minister Tony Burke's Amendments to the Fair Work Act which have gone through the House and awaiting approval in the Senate. What does it mean for workers generally?
Are empl…
As HK Jack emerges from a Hong kong typhoon, the Two Jacks discuss recent polling which shows just Tasmania in favour and all other states in the minority. Can the Voice still be saved? HK Jack says …
This week we look at how fucked Trump is and how he threw poor Eric under the bus (who found it quite nice under there).
In Maui we look at the utter tragedy that struck the island and the incredibly…
Apologies for the delay on this one guys - been battling some annoying health issues which include 'fatigue' and 'brain fog'. And no, it's not the vaccine! Or a tumour!
Joel has a chat with Sam about…
As a typhoon lashes Hong Kong, the Two Jacks discuss the reputational harm suffered by the national carrier as Alan Joyce wanders out the door. And what of the decision to reject the Qatar Airways bi…
The Queensland Premier has left the state. On holiday with rumours about her health and moves against her from within her Left faction, has the end game begun for her?
The Two Jacks take a look at ne…
The Two Jacks look at polling showing Labor would win by a landslide if an election was held anytime soon.
The Voice may be struggling and according to the West Australian, has no chance of success i…