Bang On

It's our last episode for a while, and we're sliving with unhinged energy. We'll wrap the big events of the week and year - yep, we're winding up with our big "Year in Review". Get ready to be reminded of all the cooked and wonderful things that happened in 2024. From the Willy Wonka Experience to Baz Lurhmann's unfiltered street chat, the powerful spectacle of the MONA Ladies Lounge case to Troye Sivan's bottomless bowl. Relive it all with us. As we step back from hot takes and embrace a bit of "me time", we asked you what you're making time for in 2025, and we'll share some of our favourite messages. And we wouldn't leave you without some juicy bang ons! A couple of wonderful watches, and a book that might just help you switch off as well. Bang On wouldn't be possible without an array of Bang Babes, Bang Boys, and one Bang Man; some brilliant producer brains. Many thanks to Kyran Nicholson, James Findlay, Cassie Walker, Corynne Tait, Caitlin Nienaber, Gabrielle Burke, Liza Perkovic, and Ryan Egan. Bang Fam, we wouldn't exist without your support, feedback, love, and community. Thank you for listening to Bang On over the past (almost) 8 years. Thank you for your emails, DMs, and crop dusting of "Bang Fam" out in the wild. We are so grateful, and so emo about you. We love you heaps! Thank you for everything. x Warning: This episode contains strong language. The Comedian for sale: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11-18/how-a-viral-duct-taped-banana-came-to-be-worth-1-million/104614148 Beyoncé halftime show: https://variety.com/2024/music/news/beyonce-nfl-halftime-show-netflix-christmas-game-1236212814/ The Last Showgirl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hZDs_lLGrTU The viral "age gap" article: https://www.thecut.com/article/age-gap-relationships-marriage-younger-women-older-man.html#comments Ideal film running time: https://www.theguardian.com/film/2024/apr/29/ideal-movie-running-time-is-92-minutes-poll-claims Willy Wonka Experience: https://www.thecut.com/article/willy-wonka-experience-glasgow-fyre-fest.html MONA Ladies Lounge: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-27/mona-ladies-lounge-decision-tascat-supreme-court-decision/104403720 Baz on the streets: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-05-31/baz-luhrmann-tiktok-god-worthy/103920448 Troye's bottomless bowl: https://www.buzzfeed.com/mychalthompson/troye-sivan-bottomless-bowl-reactions Moo Deng: https://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/moo-deng-livestream/ Pesto: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3w4nld5e3o Ballarat homework: https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81764579 Trace podcast on Greg Lynn: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/programs/abc-news-daily/the-trial-of-campsite-murderer-greg-lynn/104026272 Martha: https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81479059 How to Do Nothing: https://www.blackincbooks.com.au/books/how-do-nothing Somebody Somewhere: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ompmd8tGRh0 Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri and Awabakal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Fill your cup with our annual reccos from the Bang Fam. Yep, the answering machine is choccas and we're ready to dive into some of the best stuff you've been reading, looking at, and listening to. Plus we check in with some beloved members of the Bang Fam for a catch up. You'll hear from the saltiest Bang Fammer Jennine, as well as James who banged back in a van the last time we spoke (and went on to find true love). And we'll check in with wonderful Suzie in London, seizing life for everything it's got. We'll wrap the week that was too, and maybe get a bit emo from some of the messages you've sent. One more episode to go after this one, before we Bang Off for a bit. Join us for a fun one in your feed next week, and one last Bang On Live in Ballarat that Saturday. It's gonna be one for the ages. Beyonce dominates Grammys: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-11-09/grammy-awards-nominees-beyonce-taylor-swift-2025/104580528 Megan Fox: https://www.elle.com.au/culture/celebrity/megan-fox-pregnant-machine-gun-kelly/ Bridget Jones 4: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DhAcAgULwYY&ab_channel=Peacock The Traitors: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P3rqVPKOKfQ&ab_channel=Peacock Big Boys: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/big-boys ‘Black Witness’ by Amy McQuire: https://www.uqp.com.au/books/black-witness ‘Before the Coffee Gets Cold’ by Toshikazu Kawaguchi: https://www.panmacmillan.com/blogs/literary/before-the-coffee-gets-cold-guide Doc: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/tv-series/doc Josh Neille on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joshneille11/ ‘West With Giraffes’ by Lynda Rutledge: https://www.lyndarutledge.com/disc.htm ‘Straight Up’ by Ruby Tui: https://www.allenandunwin.com/browse/book/Ruby-Tui-Straight-Up-9781991006141/ Tough Guy Book Club: https://www.toughguybookclub.com/ Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Breaking bang, we've got a little life update for our beloved Bang Fam. The only thing certain in life is change, and there are some changes happening with Bang On. But we've got some fun planned too. We'll explain it all here. Bang Fam 4 Eva. x Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

We're a US election free zone in this week's episode, so if you want a brain bath and a some silly duffa chat we are - as always - here if you need. And it's a huge week cos we think Beyoncé is Bang Fam?! Is she sending us messages via her Beylloween posts? Closer to home, an obituary has nailed it, and a questionable survey has us chatting interior design. Live, Laugh, Love. Moschino have backed up their baguette bag with a celery clutch and all we can say is TAKE OUR MONEY. And we're celebrating the life and legacy of the late great Quincy Jones. Vegemite museum: https://cyrilcallisterfoundation.org/museum/ Beywatch: https://www.instagram.com/beyonce/p/DB-14k-RTqu/?img_index=8 Jennifer Ann Kelly obit: https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/son-mother-obituary-death-tribute-b2642225.html Outdated home decor: https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-14038839/home-decor-icks-gen-z.html Letting the Gen Z colleague write the marketing script: https://www.tiktok.com/@ayrshireblinds/video/7415270054863932705?lang=en Red flags in dating: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/05/date-space-astronauts-toilet-paper-olivia-rodrigo-elon-musk-jeff-bezos Celery clutch: https://www.delicious.com.au/entertaining/style-trends/article/moschino-fashion-label-introduces-bread-celery-shaped-handbags/y8kea5yi?r=entertaining Rivals: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSQhpZX6PBk Quincy: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WT7gn6nhsAc Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

It's Halloween and we're ghoulishly making our way through the week that was. Myf's been in the presence of The Mescal, while Zan has been singing Khe Sanh with her dad. Janelle Monae is ET and we're patiently awaiting what Heidi Klum will unveil. One of the most viral videos of the week has us chatting too; Saoirse Ronan is all of us in that moment on Graham Norton's couch, trying to explain the realities women face to a bunch of nice guys. Mama Tina has a memoir, The Bear is The Boss, and Lily Allen is making more coin from her feet than her music. We'll unpack it all. Myf's brought in some truly heinous farshun for the holiday, and we're banging on about a great Aussie film and an excellent longread on Netflix. Janelle Monae as ET: https://ew.com/janelle-monae-halloween-costume-et-jennifer-hudson-show-8737177 Saoirse Ronan: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/oct/29/chatshow-saoirse-ronan-graham-norton-women Tina Knowles book: https://tinaknowlesbook.com/ Lily Allen: https://x.com/lilyallen/status/1849803776753893639 Jeremy Allen White as Springsteen: https://pitchfork.com/news/jeremy-allen-white-is-bruce-springsteen-in-first-look-at-new-deliver-me-from-nowhere-biopic/ Reptile sneaker: https://www.highsnobiety.com/p/balenciaga-reptile-sneaker/ Ballarat homework - Hot Frosty: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dmi794YO-0w Audrey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pgMNlAC6Gjw How Everyone Got Lost in Netflix's Endless Library: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/07/magazine/netflix-library-viewer-numbers.html Podcast version: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/27/podcasts/the-daily/netflix-library.html?smid=url-share Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

It's a real "because the internet" kinda week, and we're unpacking North West's $20k lol gift for her mum, Meryl and Martin's possible hard launch (thanks Steve), and the plight of Mickey the Cockatoo. A band called Lawrence are drawing attention on TikTok for their singer's huge wail, some people love it some people hate it, everyone is posting their reacs to it. Because the internet. Bieber's love of slippers as outdoors wear has infiltrated high farshun and we are here for cosy o'clock. And we're banging on about new series Rivals and Dan Levy's directorial debut Good Grief. North West necklace for KK: https://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/north-west-kim-kardashian-birthday-necklace/ Viral Lawrence song: https://thetab.com/uk/2024/10/16/this-chaotic-viral-song-is-dividing-tiktok-and-people-are-beefing-over-if-its-great-or-terrible-392636 Meryl and Martin: https://www.vulture.com/article/did-steve-martin-confirm-martin-short-meryl-streep-relationship.html Beef S02: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/beef-season-2-cast-oscar-isaac-carey-mulligan-charles-melton-cailee-spaeny-1236186757/ Mickey the Cockie: https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2024/oct/23/mickey-the-cockatoo-macarthur-square-coles-birds-indoors FARSHUN slippers: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/15/t-magazine/slippers-the-row-justin-bieber.html RIVALS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iSQhpZX6PBk Good Grief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bR_MPXTaEZw Andrew Garfield on grief: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVlXbiP4x2E Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-with-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan are back to bring some light into your week, and Polly Jean Harvey is gonna help. Did you hear that Myf has the Prime Minister on her Spicks and Specks team this weekend too? She'll give you all the goss. Meanwhile Zan is punishing anyone who'll listen to watch The English Teacher - while also realising it's creator is also TJ Mack. It's a classic Gen X discovery of TikTok virality, a year too late. And a piece on "treat culture" and why giving yourself a fancy smoothie or mani/pedi is the new vacation, has us intrigued. If internet chat is too much this week, look up. It's Aussie Bird Count week and a reminder to get your head outta your phone. We're banging on about the Menendez Brothers series on Netflix 'Monsters', and a fascinating exploration into groupthink with the podcast Hysterical. Liam Payne: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-17/liam-payne-death-one-direction/104483622 PJ Harvey tour: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/doublej/music-reads/music-news/pj-harvey-announces-2025-australian-tour-dates-tickets/104473330 Spicks and Specks: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/spicks-and-specks Countdown 50: https://www.abc.net.au/about/media-centre/press-releases/celebrating-countdown-50-years-on-abc/104483236 Brian Jordan Alvarez: https://www.instagram.com/brianjordanalvarez/?hl=en TJ Mack: https://www.tiktok.com/@brianjordanalvarez/video/7277315001944247594?lang=en The English Teacher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfvKrsaZrEA Disclaimer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=so6XoqZgbVM Treat culture: https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/oct/16/we-live-in-a-treat-culture-and-gen-z-is-splurging-on-snacks Bird Count: https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/ Monsters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BcXg28iAiLM Hysterical podcast: https://wondery.com/shows/hysterical/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Breaking FARSHUN news; the Costume Institute has announced its 2025 exhibition which means we have our Met Gala theme and ooh boy are we pumped. In adjacent gallery news, the long held question "is this art?" has not been asked by a Dutch gallery worker. Whoopsies. Fat Bear Week has crowned its incumbent champion (we luv u Grazer), and a Qantas in-flight entertainment fail has us remembering the olden days of forced viewing. It's shaping up to be a big summer of music movies too, with Paul Kelly, Robbie Williams, Bob Dylan, and Pharrell all having their stories told in different ways. And we're banging on about a heartbreaking film you shouldn't watch on a plane, and the latest season of Slow Horses. Oh, and if you see this in time, you can still vote for Bang On in the listeners' choice at the Australian Podcast Awards: https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting Met Gala theme announced: https://www.vogue.com/article/superfine-tailoring-black-style-costume-institute-spring-2025-exhibition Gallery worker bins art: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2024/oct/08/beer-can-artwork-lam-museum-thrown-out-all-the-good-times-we-spent-together Fat Bear Week: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-09/fat-bear-week-2024-winner-128-grazer/104448686 Qantas in flight fail: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/08/business/qantas-airlines-australia-r-rated-movie.html How to Make Gravy movie: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-09/how-to-make-gravy-movie-trailer-paul-kelly-hugo-weaving-binge/104448648 A Complete Unknown: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=73rHRm5uTQ0&ab_channel=IGN Better Man: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-03/robbie-williams-biopic-better-man-cgi-monkey-teaser-trailer/104427364 Piece by Piece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xDlnwQCkiSA&ab_channel=UniversalPicturesAustralia Oasis tour dates: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-10-08/oasis-australia-tour-2025-reunion-dates-tickets/104440066 LDR married: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/sep/27/lana-del-rey-married-jeremy-dufrene All Of Us Strangers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O97iSjvqBlY&ab_channel=SearchlightPictures Slow Horses S04: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xo27sE2fdvs&ab_channel=AppleTV Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Ok how many people googled "The Joker" song after seeing Gaga sing it this week? Myf and Zan are here to unpack the week that was, and investigate whether Lady Gaga is a hornbag for Kath & Kim's theme song. The courtroom saga of the MONA Ladies Lounge is the gift that keeps giving, and we debrief on the artist's win. And a great read in the New Yorker unpacks the trends, algorithms, and servitude we offer up to Instagram in our quest to be seen. Bit of coin chat this week too, and we've been nominated for an award! Get behind us, Bang Fam! And we're banging on about the new 90's Vogue doco, and chef Ben Shewry's new memoir Uses for Obsession. Take 5 on ABC iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-rowe Vote for Bang On in the Australian Podcast Awards: https://www.australianpodcastawards.com/voting Bang On Live in Ballarat: https://hermaj.com/events/bang-on/ MONA Ladies Lounge appeal: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-27/mona-ladies-lounge-decision-tascat-supreme-court-decision/104403720 Lady Gaga singing The Joker: https://www.buzzfeed.com/angelinebarion/kath-and-kim-the-joker-theme-song The Desperation of the Instagram Photo Dump: https://www.newyorker.com/culture/infinite-scroll/the-desperation-of-the-instagram-photo-dump In Vogue: The 90s: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PShARkr_uRU Uses For Obsession: https://www.murdochbooks.com/browse/book/Ben-Shewry-Uses-for-Obsession-9781922616845 Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

It's another big week but all good, Myf and Zan are here to make sense of it all for you. And oh boy, the internet has delivered. In Detroit, a Bridgerton themed "experience" is drawing comparisons to the Wonka debacle early 2024 (and obvs we are all in). Speaking of period drama, Wuthering Heights is getting another remake, but fans aren't too happy about the casting of Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi. Live streams are going off for a Thai zoo and we have Moo Deng to thank. The baby hippopotamus is still at her adorable, CBF best (ahead of her deadly, will kill anything that crosses her era), and we can't look away. But Pesto is coming in hot, a cuddly big boi of a penguin closer to home. We're unzipping Double J's "Filthy Fifty" to see if the list of the best f**king songs correlates to our own soundtrack, and banging on about new TV comedy The English Teacher, and French TV show La Maison. This episode contains strong language. Kylie Minogue tour: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-19/kylie-minogue-2025-australian-tour-dates-new-album-tension-ii/104373652 Take 5: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/take-5-with-zan-rowe Detroit Bridgerton Party: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-25/bridgerton-ball-detroit-disappointment/104393770 Wuthering Heights: https://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/wuthering-heights-javob-elordi-margot-robbie-cast/ Moo Deng: https://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/moo-deng-livestream/ Pesto: https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/cp3w4nld5e3o Filthy Fifty: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/doublej/music-reads/features/filthy-fifty-50-great-sex-songs/104371738 La Maison: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RnJ_HEM1CB4 The English Teacher: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfvKrsaZrEA&ab_channel=FXNetworks Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

We love a red carpet, we love an awards ceremony, we love the Emmys. TV's night of nights had some real highlights, and we go in on the big winners, the interesting category choices, and of course the FARSHUN. The Office gets a local reboot, and we get a squiz at the first trailer. And there's a bit of argy-bargy between Morrissey and Johnny Marr about the future of The Smiths... we'll explain. Men's undies are finally getting the glow up they deserve, and we're banging on about a couple of great reads from local authors. Show notes: Kylie's tour tease: https://www.instagram.com/kylieminogue/reel/DADzIm-t1Bf/?hl=en Emmy's winners: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-16/emmys-2024-76th-emmy-awards-key-moments-highlights/104355302 The Office: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-18/the-office-australia-trailer-reactions-felicity-ward-prime-video/104364376 The Smiths trademark: https://www.theguardian.com/music/2024/sep/17/johnny-marr-rubbishes-morrisseys-claim-about-smiths-trademark Mens undies: https://www.theguardian.com/fashion/2024/sep/17/mens-underwear-new-styles-2024 Emmy's red carpet: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-16/emmys-2024-red-carpet-awards-ceremony/104354902 Jonathan Seidler book: https://www.panmacmillan.com.au/9781761269547/ Michelle Brasier book: https://ultimopress.com.au/products/my-brothers-ashes-are-in-a-sandwich-bag Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal, and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan are back with a whole lot of music chat this week. As we press record the 40th annual MTV VMAs are on; always the most cooked red carpet of the year. The CMA Awards announced its nominations, and Beyonce is a glaring omission... We explore why. Kendrick Lamar has been announced as headliner for the sports concert with the Super Bowl Halftime Show as it's crowning moment. And Taylor Swift has come out and officially endorsed Kamala Harris (we are here for her sign off). Meanwhile Dave Grohl has knocked language out of the park with his weasel word announcement of an affair, and it's a loving farewell to the voice of our childhood: the iconic James Earl Jones. And we're digging into the wild docuseries Chimp Crazy, and banging on about an Isabelle Allende book and Netflix's new series A Perfect Couple. Beyonce CMA snub: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/09/09/arts/music/beyonce-cmas-nominations-cowboy-carter.html?smid=url-share Kendrick Lamar Superbowl: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oIEKK_j0fss&ab_channel=KendrickLamar Taylor Swift endorsement: https://www.instagram.com/taylorswift/p/C_wtAOKOW1z/?hl=en Dave Grohl affair: https://www.instagram.com/davestruestories/p/C_v4WBbyxnd/?hl=en James Earl Jones: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-10/james-earl-jones-star-wars-the-lion-king-the-simpsons/104331850 VMAs red carpet: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-12/vma-red-carpet/104336406 Chimp Crazy: https://binge.com.au/shows/show-chimp-crazy!30032 The Soul of a Woman: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/54075385-the-soul-of-a-woman The Perfect Couple: https://www.netflix.com/title/81474158 Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal, and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan are back and marking 300 episodes of Bang On! Saddle up for a wild episode capturing the week that was. Oasis' return, Adele's departure, Lana Del Rey's rumoured new boyfriend. Wait till you hear Myf's story about him. We're catching up on hot goss since we last hung out too, including Logies chat and Myf's run in with a plover. Speaking of birds, we have some key Peregrine Falcon updates for the new series. Who would have thought when we started back in 2017 that "music, art, life, and stuff" would actually mean "and birds"? We'll celebrate our milestone with some funny memories too (thank you Bang Babe Caitlin), and we're banging on about a coupla great books. Chopsticks or Fork by Jennifer Wong and Lin Jie Kong, and Miranda July's new novel All Fours. Thank you to every one of you who listened to this or any of the 299 other episodes we've shared. We wouldn't be here without your support, and your emails, DM's, and crop dusting of "bang fam" fills our hearts and our cups. We're very lucky to have been able to make it to #300 with such a beautiful community. Thank you. x Shit Bali Music playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1ghbvs2A0LdhRsjruKtlZh?si=429c3cd121dd4965 Take 5 S03 announced: https://www.abc.net.au/listen/doublej/music-reads/music-news/take-5-zan-rowe-abc-tv-show-bernard-fanning-neil-finn-minogue/104301158 Oasis: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-08-27/oasis-reunion-noel-gallagher-liam-gallagher/104269800 Lana Del Rey: https://www.pedestrian.tv/entertainment/lana-del-rey-jeremy-dufrene/ Adele: https://www.nme.com/news/music/adele-announces-break-from-performing-i-will-not-see-you-for-an-incredibly-long-time-3789536 Fatman Scoop: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-09-01/fatman-scoop-dies/104296034 Chopsticks or Fork on iview: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/chopsticks-or-fork Chopsticks or Fork book: https://www.jenniferwong.com.au/chopsticks-or-fork All Fours: https://mirandajuly.com/all-fours/ Cairns homework for Bang On Live: https://binge.com.au/shows/show-chimp-crazy!30032 Bang On Live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan’s tour around the country is about to come to an end, so this week we’re bringing you another highlight. Comedian Nikki Britton joined them at their show in Wyong and told an absolutely wild story from her dating life. Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://www.abc.net.au/abcevents Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Gadigal and Turrbal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan have had a ball on the Bang On live tour, with special guests along the way and only one show left in Cairns on Saturday September 7! When Myf and Zan took on Geelong, they were joined by OG Bang Fam member and comedian Lizzy Hoo who shared one of the most memorable stories from a guest you'll ever hear... Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://www.abc.net.au/abcevents Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Gadigal and Turrbal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

We’re living in the era of the music documentary. From the big screen to streaming to social media, films about our favourite artists are everywhere. But where to start? Well, Myf and Zan have done God’s work and watched a bunch of them. Inspired by the great lineup of music docos on the Melbourne International Film Festival program, this week Myf and Zan are talking about some of their faves. There’s new films about electro punk pioneer Peaches and cult Irish hip-hop act Kneecap; films that chart the rise and fall of icons like ABBA and Whitney Houston; and there’s those goosebump-inducing moments on film that capture transcendent performers at their peak. Melbourne International Film Festival: https://miff.com.au/ Double J’s 19 music documentaries you can (legally) stream for free right now: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2020-04-23/stream-music-documentaries-free/12178630 ABBA: Against the Odds: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/abba-against-the-odds Freddie Mercury: The Great Pretender: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/tv-program/freddie-mercury-the-great-pretender/1350182979700 Whitney: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/whitney 20 Feet From Stardom: https://www.sbs.com.au/ondemand/movie/20-feet-from-stardom/1985674819552 Blasko: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/blasko/video/AC1541H001S00 The Greatest Night In Pop: https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81720500?src=tudum Wham: https://www.netflix.com/au/title/81137188?src=tudum ABC Logie Awards Nominees 2024: https://iview.abc.net.au/collection/1374 Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://www.abc.net.au/abcevents Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Wurundjeri, Gadigal and Turrbal peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Spoiler alert! This week, it’s all about woman of the moment Celine Dion and the new documentary that’s given us all a new appreciation of the superstar singer. I Am: Celine Dion follows Celine as she deals with the aftermath of her diagnosis with stiff person syndrome. It’s a confronting look at the harrowing physical toll the illness has taken on her health and her voice. We learn about her upbringing as one of 14 children, go behind the scenes into her warehouse of extraordinary farshun, and get a peek into her everyday life - from the most orderly sock drawer you’ll ever see to her kids’ bonkers gaming room. And of course Myf and Zan have LOTS of thoughts: about celebrity, health, ageing, perfection and an an old-school entertainer who’s given an extraordinary window into her life. Celine Dion: I Am: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/I-Am-Celine-Dion/0KESUWINP6U93HJ0FEZUVWNDZK Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Produced by: Caitlin Nienaber Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

It's been a very EXTRA week, and so we're going early cos frankly we're busting to unpack it all. The Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony is camp AF and we're here for Blue Man Group Dionysis, Renaissance horsewoman, a ménage a trois nod, and death metal beheadings of Marie Antoinette. Obvs we're on the floor watching Celine's return. Wow. CD's are having a renaissance of their own, thanks mainly to T Swift, but a sweet editorial has us reminiscing about the beloved compact disc and the memories they hold. And on the anniversary of Sinead O'Connor's death, a wax figure has been unveiled in Dublin. It's not good. Bang Fam have been DM'ing us the Alexander McQueen hoof boots left right and centre too, and trotting down the runway with this hairy FARSHUN. And we're banging on about the Von Dutch doco and Nick Cave & Sean O'Hagan's beautiful book of conversations. Show notes: Kasey Chambers book: https://www.hardiegrant.com.au/au/publishing/bookfinder/book/kasey-chambers-just-don_t-be-a-d__khead-by-kasey-chambers/9781761451027 Opening Ceremony highlights: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7pe5xlUgyzk CD sales are growing: https://www.theguardian.com/music/article/2024/jul/28/cd-sales-rise-taylor-swift-collection-nostalgia-90s-oasis-bashy-metronomy-kitty-liv Sinead O'Connor wax figure: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-27/sinead-oconnor-wax-figure-taken-down-over-poor-likeness/104150802 Wax celebrity figures: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/entertainment/celebs/g19664055/bad-celebrity-wax-figures/?slide=4 McQueen hoof boot: https://www.alexandermcqueen.com/en-us/pr/hoof-boot-808119WLAAB1779.html Vote for Take 5 in the Logies: https://www.tvweeklogies.com.au/ The Curse of Von Dutch: https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0QYBYKB3RIIMODVVT5YT82791P/ref=atv_dl_rdr?tag=justau2tuk-22 Faith, Hope & Carnage: https://www.nickcave.com/faith-hope-and-carnage/ Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Produced by: Caitlin Nienaber & Nick Gerber Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal, Turrbal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Bonjour! It's a tres bien Bang On this week and we're all in on everything Olympics: Celine Dion, Lady Gaga, nuggie ban, and the farshun. Oh and the sport, that too. Emily is in Paris again for S04, but she's also in Rome. We have the latest updates on Myf's fave soap opera and speaking of sports, Katy Perry has been announced as pre-game entertainment for the AFL Grand Final. Fingers crossed Left Shark makes the trip down, too. Kamala is brat and we go in on the most joyful part of the US election race thus far. And Chappell Roan is stepping back following some parasocial relationship boundary crossing. How to be a pop star today? With great difficulty. We're also banging on about reality series Trixie Motel and blockbuster remake Twisters. Think of us as a familiar silly salve, in this wild world. Show notes: Katy Perry at AFL GF: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-25/afl-grand-final-entertainment-katy-perry-announced/104139812 Celine and Lady Gaga in Paris: https://deadline.com/2024/07/celine-dion-paris-speculation-perform-olympics-opening-ceremony-1236018839/ Tillies: https://www.pedestrian.tv/sport/matildas-australia-paris-olympics-uniform/ No nuggies in Paris: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/article/2024/jul/22/chicken-nuggets-paris-2024-olympic-games-food-health Emily in Paris S04: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aLPk8yRq9_c Kamala is brat: https://www.theguardian.com/culture/article/2024/jul/22/kamala-harris-coconut-tree-meme Chappell Roan steps back?: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-22/icymi-chappell-roan-the-boys-finale-fangirls-eminem-taylor-swift/104125894#roan Trixie Motel: https://trixiemotel.com/ Twisters: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm27YjLnPHc Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Produced by: Caitlin Nienaber & Ryan Young Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Gadigal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.

Myf and Zan are back and we've got heaps to unpack. Tenacious D's tour cancellation, Katy Perry's confusing comeback single, and some hot rumours about sequels and surprise appearances. We're going deep on BRATS too, the new doco on The Brat Pack, and we have thoughts. And speaking of coming of age memories, the sad death of Shannen Doherty has us reflecting on her roles in our lives. Zan has a big debrief of London fun too, including a robot ABBA review, and Balenciaga are trolling us again with their latest collection. Need something to binge? Myf is banging on about new Aussie series Fake, and Zan is raving about the Nathan Fielder, Benny Safdie, and Emma Stone series The Curse. Show notes: ABBA doco: https://iview.abc.net.au/show/abba-against-the-odds V&A exhibitions: https://www.vam.ac.uk/whatson Tenacious D: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-16/tenacious-d-trump-joke-cancel-australia-tour/104105448 Devil Wears Prada sequel: https://puck.news/devil-wears-prada-sequel-is-in-the-works/ Celine for Olympics: https://www.sortiraparis.com/en/news/olympic-games-paris-2024/articles/314513-paris-2024-olympics-celine-dion-star-of-the-opening-ceremony Katy Perry: https://www.theguardian.com/music/article/2024/jul/12/katy-perry-womans-world-review BRATS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MxVNQkRM5Qw Shannen Doherty: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-07-14/shannen-doherty-90210-charmed-star-dies/103796370 Shannen's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lets-be-clear-with-shannen-doherty/id1718531401 Balenciaga festival wristband: https://www.theguardian.com/music/article/2024/jul/11/festival-wristband-balenciaga-3000-pounds Wyong homework - America's Sweethearts: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=16IBBTd9iJM Fake: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_1Akqhjy6M The Curse: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tui5vl13Gqg Bang Back to us: bangon.podcast@abc.net.au Bang On Live: https://comedy.com.au/tour/bang-on-live-myf-warhurst-zan-rowe/ Bang On Merch Store: https://sound-merch.com.au/collections/bang-on-live Produced by: Ryan Young & Caitlin Nienaber Bang On is an ABC podcast, produced by Double J. It is recorded on the lands of the Turrbal and Wurundjeri peoples. We pay our respects to elders past and present. We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the land where we live, work, and learn.