The Justin Hamilton Podcast

Phoenix Montgomery has had an extraordinary career as a mentalist, and all-round entertainer. He's travelled the world, worked with X-Men actors and smooth musicians, and has also has had a close encounter not once, but twice. Lock yourself in for this fascinating story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wil Anderson checks in from the Perth Fringe to discuss hotel hacks, crunchy cinema experiences, and what it means when it's time to get an ice-cream at an Ed Sheeran concert. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A brisk reminder of what to expect this season. Quick rundown of the format and where to follow along. Teases the types of conversations and contributors lined up. Short sign-off that wraps up the preview.

A season preview teases a focus on arts and culture with cinephile segments celebrating film's emotional and metaphorical power. Political ideas are explored through playful readings of zombies and darkly comic political imagery. New regulars cover TV and books, plus promised surprise interviews and a promise of critique without cynicism.

Author Garth Jones kicks off 2026 with his new segment The Stack. In today's episode Hammo and Garth discuss the books Enshittification by Cory Doctorow, The Royal We by Roddy Bottum, Flesh by David Szalay, Coffin Moon by Keith Rosson, This Ain't Rock 'n Roll by Daniel Rachel, and the graphic novel Absolute Martian Manhunter by Deniz Camp and Javier Rodriguez. At the end Garth and Hammo share some of their writing from the latest manuscripts they're currently writing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Alexei Toliopoulos joins Hammo for the first time in 2026 to do a deep dive on 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple. They both loved this film and discuss the story, the metaphors, the performances, and where it might go for the planned third film. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Award winning comedian Wil Anderson makes his season debut with the 8am Catch-Up. Today Ando and Hammo discuss trigger warnings, Uber driving options, and the demise of the funny names for parody porn movies. You're life isn't complete unless you know the alternative name for Edward Scissorhands. It is a chef's kiss for simplicity and letting you know exactly what is coming...ahem. No notes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dave Anthony, comedian and co-creator of The Dollop, returns with his 'Dave the World' take. He riffs on U.S. territories and flags, digs into politics from aging politicians to grassroots resistance, and riffs on awards season, comedian portrayals in film, and industry backlashes. Short, sharp, and irreverent commentary on culture and current events.

It's the first episode for 2026 and Steve Molk joins Hammo for his new segment Golden Streams. They talk about the first episode of season 2 of The Pitt, and Molk previews a few TV series we should be keeping an eye out for that have just begun, or are starting soon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's the final podcast for season 8 and 2025. Hammo teams-up with author Garth Jones to discuss their favourite films for the year, some honourable mentions, and a couple of dishonourable ones too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.