

Do Go On
Do Go On Media
A fact based comedy podcast. Each week Melbourne comedians Matt Stewart, Jess Perkins and Dave Warneke take it in turns to research a topic and report back to the class. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 23, 2017 • 1h 14min
96 - The Great Maple Syrup Heist
This week's episode focusses on (maybe) the most Canadian crime ever, the great maple syrup heist! Thousands of barrels of the sweet stuff went missing in 2012, how did it happen? How do you steal so much syrup?!? Find out and hear Jess laugh lots along the way! Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Twitter: @DoGoOnPod Instagram: @DoGoOnPod Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 2017 • 1h 9min
95 - Jim Henson & The Muppets
Did you grow up watching Sesame Street? Are you a fan of The Muppets Movie? Did you know Jim Henson was involved in Star Wars? Well strap in and learn all about it in this week's pod! Jess and Matt are still both a bit sick, and Matt also says many regretful things. So, everything is normal, basically. Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPoTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 9, 2017 • 1h 7min
94 - The Collar Bomb Heist
In 2003, Erie Pennsylvania was struck by one of the strangest crimes in history. A pizza delivery driver named Brian Douglas Wells walked into a bank with a bomb strapped to his neck. When he was arrested minutes later he claimed he had been forced to wear the bomb and complete an array of tasks. Sadly the bomb would explode before he could give them any more information. The intriguing story of the pizza bomber has it all... murder, cheese, butter and a poo room. Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 2, 2017 • 1h 12min
93 - The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare
The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (aka the Special Operations Executive or SOE). What was it? A secret World War II organisation and the brain child of then British Prime Minister Winston Churchill. This ep has it all, espionage, sabotage, reconnaissance and fuckhead Nazis. Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPoTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 26, 2017 • 1h 23min
92 - Harry Houdini
Well we always said this podcast was a little bit of magic! Now even more so, as we discover the man famous for blowing peoples minds with his tricks! It's the one and only Harry Houdini! And as per usual, there's a lot of nonsense as well. Twitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.comSupport the show and get rewards like bonus episodes:www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 19, 2017 • 1h 29min
91 - Cleopatra
2000 years on, Cleopatra remains one of the most famous people in history. But how much do you know about the last active pharaoh of Egypt? This is the story of her incredible life, her battles for power against her own family, and her famous relationships with Roman generals Julius Caesar and later Marc Antony. Also there's a lot of silliness about Elton John. Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPoTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 12, 2017 • 1h 10min
90 - The Valentich Disappearance
In 1978 young pilot Frederick Valentich set off for King Island, but he never arrived at his destination. What caused his disappearance? Was it Suicide? Did he fake it? Were aliens involved?? Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes: www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPodTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 5, 2017 • 1h 27min
89 - Benjamin Franklin
We dip into the Golden Hat this week do discover the life of one of the Founding Fathers, Benjamin Franklin! Hear about his scientific discoveries, his well received writing and his love of the ladies. You'll also hear some fun characters from Dave, and a lot of regret from Matt. Also, a special announcement at the end of the ep....Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes:www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPoTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 28, 2017 • 1h 36min
88 - Salem Witch Trials
Dave reports on the Salem Witch Trials of 1692. And thank goodness the town listen to some children accusing people of bewitching them, because it turns out they have a HUGE witch problem. But don't worry, these Puritans quickly figure out how to deal with the heretics. A story of witchcraft, the time Dave was in The Crucible and Bette Middler...Support the show and get rewards like bonus episodes:www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPoTwitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 2017 • 1h 4min
87 - Ken McElroy: 'The Town Bully'
Do you have a secret? The town of Skidmore, Missouri does and it centres around their town bully, Ken McElroy. A story of violence and intimidation in a small town.Twitter: @DoGoOnPodInstagram: @DoGoOnPodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DoGoOnPod/Email us: dogoonpod@gmail.comSupport the show and get rewards like bonus episodes:www.patreon.com/DoGoOnPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.