Proper True Yarn

Comedy

Welcome to "Proper True Yarn," the podcast that takes you on a rollicking journey through the wildest, funniest, and most extraordinary stories from around the globe. Join your host, the one and only Knuckles from Country Trucker Caps, as he sits down with an eclectic array of captivating individuals, each armed with a remarkable tale to share. Buckle up for a whirlwind adventure as we dive headfirst into the rich tapestry of human experiences. With a mix of humor, heart, and sheer audacity, our guests regale us with their most unforgettable yarns. From heartwarming anecdotes that tug at your emotions to sidesplitting tales that leave you doubled over in laughter, "Proper True Yarn" promises an electrifying blend of storytelling unlike any other. Whether it's a daring escapade across far-flung lands, an encounter with the supernatural that defies explanation, or simply a slice of life that resonates with the universal human spirit, our podcast uncovers the gems that make our world a truly captivating place. So, grab your favorite pair of Country Trucker Caps and prepare to be enthralled. Tune in to "Proper True Yarn" as Knuckles and his spirited guests weave a tapestry of the extraordinary, reminding us all that life's most incredible moments are often just a story away. Remember, it's not just a tale – it's a proper true yarn! #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Location:

United States

Genres:

Comedy

Description:

Welcome to "Proper True Yarn," the podcast that takes you on a rollicking journey through the wildest, funniest, and most extraordinary stories from around the globe. Join your host, the one and only Knuckles from Country Trucker Caps, as he sits down with an eclectic array of captivating individuals, each armed with a remarkable tale to share. Buckle up for a whirlwind adventure as we dive headfirst into the rich tapestry of human experiences. With a mix of humor, heart, and sheer audacity, our guests regale us with their most unforgettable yarns. From heartwarming anecdotes that tug at your emotions to sidesplitting tales that leave you doubled over in laughter, "Proper True Yarn" promises an electrifying blend of storytelling unlike any other. Whether it's a daring escapade across far-flung lands, an encounter with the supernatural that defies explanation, or simply a slice of life that resonates with the universal human spirit, our podcast uncovers the gems that make our world a truly captivating place. So, grab your favorite pair of Country Trucker Caps and prepare to be enthralled. Tune in to "Proper True Yarn" as Knuckles and his spirited guests weave a tapestry of the extraordinary, reminding us all that life's most incredible moments are often just a story away. Remember, it's not just a tale – it's a proper true yarn! #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Language:

English

Website:

https://shows.acast.com/proper-true-yarn

Episodes

Russ: Lost Naked in Christchurch & the 45-Hour Bender

1/27/2026

Russ tells the story of a “quick trip” to Christchurch that turned into a 45-hour bender: pulling a sickie, smashing red wines on the plane, his mate getting thrown in detox at Macky G, ending up naked in fluffy slippers wandering the streets at 4am, getting scooped by the boys in an Uber, then backing it up for another full day on the piss. Pure chaos, peak Kiwi mischief, absolute Proper True Yarn territory. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:07:07

Luke Modini | The Future Cruiserweight Boxing World Champion

1/25/2026

Knuckles wraps up with Luke Modini for a loose rapid-fire yarn—autographs, biggest stuff-ups, craziest fights, and life outside the ring. Luke talks sparring Mairis Briedis, fighting through injuries, taking late-notice title fights on Foxtel, and why he loves a proper grudge match. Then it gets wild: Luke’s rare dog-breeding side hustle, the ultra-rare Laizhou Hong (Chinese Red Dog) in Australia, and what it takes to train serious protection dogs. Plus: respect for Jai Opetaia and the fight Luke would take in a heartbeat. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:10:54

Silly Saturday #7: Septic Tanks, Saddle Broncs & Bad Decisions

1/23/2026

This week on Proper True Yarn, things go from bad to absolutely cooked — fast. We’ve got listener yarns that include NT cattle station chaos, a cowgirl escaping a burning camp only to end up waist-deep in a septic tank, and house-party disasters that spiral into parents walking in, smashed fish tanks, and life-ending timing. 🔥 In this episode: Plus, Yarn of the Month is back thanks to Our Cow, with a chance to score up to $250 worth of premium grass-fed Aussie beef. As always — raw, real, unfiltered, and definitely not advice. 🎙️ Listener call-ins 🇦🇺 Real Aussie yarns ⚠️ Bad decisions guaranteed Good choices are boring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:50

Luke Modini | Power, Purpose & Pride

1/22/2026

Knuckles sits down with Luke Modini for a powerful Proper True Yarn about family, grit, and purpose. Luke opens up about being raised by his grandparents, the work ethic of his 13-year-old brother, and building CSE Boxing Gym from the ground up. He reflects on coaching, teamwork, his devastating knockout power, and calls out Jake Paul - before breaking down the Tyson vs Paul fight controversy. Honest, heartfelt, and hard-hitting. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:25

Inside the Ring with Luke Modini

1/20/2026

Luke Modini joins Knuckles for a straight-up Proper True Yarn about life in the ring. From starting boxing at 13, sparring grown men, and his lone amateur loss, to becoming ANBF Australian Cruiserweight Champion, vacating his belt, and keeping it “in the family.” Luke opens up about his brutal hand surgery, his comeback plan for 2025, chasing world rankings, and taking fights anywhere—from New Zealand to the Congo and even Russia. Raw insight from one of Australia’s toughest cruiserweights. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:07:33

Backflips, Misfits & Spark That Chat w/ Jack Jensen

1/18/2026

Jack Jensen's Yarns Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:13:52

Silly Saturday #6: Shark Tornadoes & Sparky Revenge

1/16/2026

Silly Saturday is back and the voicemail line is fully unhinged. Knuckles and Zak rip through a stack of listener call-ins featuring country chaos, unreal spearfishing moments, and a few “how did this even happen?” stories that should probably stay in the group chat (but didn’t). In this episode: farm yarnSpeargun mayhemshark tornadoessparky’s breakup revenge prankPlus, Yarn of the Month is powered by Our Cow — call in your best yarn for a shot at a box of top-shelf goodies. Good choices are boring… you know what to do. #proeprtrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:10:56

Misfit Productions, Spark That Chat & Keeping Mates Alive

1/15/2026

Jack Jensen shares how Misfit Productions grew into a 200k-strong action sports community and how losing mates to suicide led him to start Spark That Chat – a mental health charity using stoke, storytelling and connection to spark conversations and help keep legends here longer. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:14:07

Learning to Backflip a 450 w/ Jack Jensen

1/13/2026

From knocking himself out on a 450 trying to flip, to crane failures, bike dramas and finally stomping not one but two dirt backflips at Franklin Farm, Jack breaks down overcoming fear, curveballs and sending it anyway. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:12:14

The Moto Crash, Lost Toe & 10-Hour Forest Rescue w/ Jack Jensen

1/11/2026

Jack Jensen relives his brutal 2022 moto crash near Taupō - clipping a hidden pine at full speed, blowing his big toe off the bone, and enduring a 10-hour rescue through deep forest with no service, codeine, ketamine, a chopper evac and 50 strangers crowd-surfing him over a fence. He breaks down the surgeries, losing half a toe, wild leech therapy, Eastern medicine, wheelchair life, rehab, and the mindset that got him back on his feet. Proper chaos, proper resilience, proper true yarn. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:18:06

Silly Saturday #5: Beef Road Yeti & Granddad’s Belt

1/9/2026

This week on Proper True Yarn, the listener call-ins are absolutely unhinged. We hear yarns about rough childhood discipline, rogue jokes that go nowhere, a snow igloo built… then stolen for clout, and one of the best bush poems we’ve ever had — The Beef Road Yeti — brutally cut off mid-legend. 🔥 In this episode: Plus, we crown Yarn of the Month, thanks to Our Cow, with up to $250 worth of grass-fed Aussie beef on the line. Raw. Real. Not advice. 🎙️ Listener yarns 🇦🇺 Proper Aussie stories ⚠️ Bad decisions encouraged Good choices are boring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:43

Guest Questions, Billion-Dollar Boats & Pet Gannets

1/8/2026

Jordy jumps into the Proper True Yarn guest questions hot seat - from shaving the balls and losing his virginity in a caravan under a Bible, to wild mushroom-fuelled party domes, street dust-ups and billion-dollar fishing dreams. Plus, why he’d own a colony of gannets to find tuna and invites listeners out for a yarn and a fish if they’re battling upstairs. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:21

School Camp Chaos, Jay Reeves & Car Pit Traps

1/6/2026

Jordy shares school-camp carnage with teacher-turned-radio-host Jay Reeves sending kids into heavy surf on an IRB, a touch-footy tackle that ended in a hip replacement, and childhood antics digging a car-swallowing trap on the family beach track. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:07:57

Geordie’s Search & Rescue Yarns

1/4/2026

Geordie yarns about youth search and rescue in the Kaimai bush, goat-wrangling on the Whanganui River, finding a lost old fella in the mangroves, and how pushing others can literally change lives. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:12:57

Silly Saturday #4: Happy New Year!

1/2/2026

Silly Saturday #4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:50

Benders, Burnouts & Coromandel Chaos with Jordy

1/1/2026

Jordy unleashes a wild run of bender stories - from 30-hour Thailand bus trips to Coromandel shed parties, burnouts, bonfires, and accidentally passing out in the wrong houses. Full-noise mischief, mateship, and absolute chaos. Proper true yarn. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:33

Benders, Full Moon Mayhem & Random Beds

12/30/2025

New Zealand fisho and spearo Jordy jumps on the mic to spin wild ocean yarns - orcas rolling under his kayak, a great white bigger than his boat, sharks smashing kingies and bar crossings gone wrong. We get into spearfishing, overnight reef missions, paua and kingfish tartare, and why sharing a feed means more than the fish itself. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:09:27

Orcas, Great Whites & Kingfish Tartare with Jordy

12/28/2025

Jordy joins the pod to drop proper wild ocean yarns - orcas under the kayak, great whites bigger than the boat, overnight reef missions and the legendary kingfish tartare he rocked up with at Mystery Creek. A-class fishing, chaos and laughs. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:11:14

Life After Footy, Mentoring Young Blokes & Bush Mentality Wisdom

12/25/2025

Kurt Capewell returns with fresh yarns — nearly burning down the caravan at polocrosse, loose boys’ trips in Bali and Queenstown, meeting Bob Menery in Vegas, and growing up in a house full of dust-ups. He chats life at the Sharks, Panthers, Broncos and Warriors, the travel grind, the biggest pests he’s played with, and his new fishing/golf YouTube channel. Plus a shout to Clayton’s Organics. Up the Wahs! #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:34

Winning a Premiership & The Mad Panthers Backstage Yarns

12/23/2025

Go to https://surfshark.com/yarn or use code YARN at checkout to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! NRL star Kurt Capewell drops some absolutely rogue yarns – from the Cronulla Sharks premiership Mad Monday bender and spewing mid-shoey before the key to the city, to the massive Sharks logo tattooed on his ass, thanks to Gal and the boys. We get into growing up playing polocrosse in Charleville, which of his brothers would actually win in a fight, his favourite position on the field, and which club he’s loved playing for most out of the Sharks, Panthers, Broncos and Warriors. Kurt also talks travel grind with the Warriors, juggling footy with family, the brutal swing of Broncos fans, why Warriors supporters are next-level loyal, and the biggest pests and pranksters he’s played with – from Jimmy Maloney and Adam Reynolds to Luke Lewis and Freddie Lussick. Hit follow on Proper True Yarn Podcast for more wild NRL and outback Aussie stories. #propertrueyarn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Duration:00:08:08