Secrets of the Underworld

In this harrowing episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil sits down with Colby Ryan, a man whose life was shattered by one of the most disturbing family crimes in modern American history. Colby opens up about growing up in a household shaped by instability, extreme religious beliefs, and quiet manipulation — long before the world came to know the names Lori Vallow and Chad Daybell. From a childhood marked by constant moves and doomsday ideology. To the shocking murder of his stepfather Charles Vallow, to the disappearance and tragic deaths of his siblings Tylee Ryan and J.J. Vallow — Colby shares what it was like to watch his family unravel from the inside. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Claudette's story. Claudette Douglas is a former member of the Australian Defence Force, in this episode she shares what it was like coming through the Army as a woman and the abuse she faced at the hands of soldiers and even her then partner. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, host Neil Cummins sits down with Gabbi Tuft, a former WWE wrestler whose life took an extraordinary and unexpected turn. From growing up bullied, to building an intimidating physique, to being signed by WWE and stepping onto one of the biggest stages in sports entertainment, Gabbi’s rise was fuelled by discipline, grit and raw ambition. Gabbi opens up about the brutal realities of the wrestling business, backstage politics, fame, identity, and the internal battle that ultimately led to her transition. This is an unfiltered, deeply personal conversation about masculinity, mental health, relationships, addiction, survival and what it really means to live authentically. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Jordan's story. Jordan Stephenson shares her story of betrayal, survival, and motherhood after an FBI investigation exposed a crime inside her own home. This is a raw account of trauma, resilience, and choosing to keep going. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In part two, Owen Pomana’s story goes deeper — and darker — before turning in an unexpected direction. From prison, homelessness, and the streets of Sydney, to faith, purpose, and operating in active war zones in Ukraine. This episode explores consequences, transformation, and what it means to find meaning after a life lived on the edge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Jordan's story. In this Best Of episode, Jordan explains how inmates slowly break down prison guards, the hidden dangers of escort work, and what it really costs to survive Sydney’s prisons. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Owen Pomana’s life didn’t follow a straight line. In part one of this two-part episode, Owen takes us from a troubled youth and joining the New Zealand Navy, through discipline, violence, bodybuilding and a descent into the criminal underworld. This is the story of how a life built on adrenaline, fear, and survival began — long before redemption was even a possibility. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Neil Cummins sits down with Hector Lombard — Olympic judoka, MMA legend, and survivor in every sense of the word. From growing up in brutal conditions in Cuba, enduring family trauma and narrowly escaping death, to representing his country on the world stage and forging a life far from where he began, Hector speaks with brutal honesty. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Haze's story. ‘Haze The Huntsman’, is a 130kg Queensland Fighter who boasts 56,000 Tiktok followers. He is unmissable given his body is covered in ink representing both his Maori ancestry and Norse Pagan religion. In this episode he shares his story of fighting from a young age. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Ashton's story. Former Sydney hard-man, Neil 'The Muscle' Cummins takes you on a journey of insight into his time as a notorious Sydney heavy, Episode 2 introduces Ashton, A former First Lady of the Kings Cross night life! 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From building pirate radio transmitters as a kid to shaping the sound of Wild FM, dominating Sydney’s nightclub scene, and conquering the UK with gold-selling albums and packed venues in Liverpool, Alex speaks openly about the moments that defined him. He reflects on loyalty, industry politics, fame, family, the pressures of success and the reality of surviving lockdowns as an artist when the music stopped. This episode goes beyond the decks — touching on fatherhood, legacy, freedom, creativity and what it takes to stay grounded after decades at the top See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in Season 4 of Sotu, Paul Stansby joined Neil to speak about growing up in a life of crime, dealing with mental health struggles, and the loss of his brother. He shares his story and what he is doing to stop others from walking in his footsteps See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Back in 2023, before everyone really knew about Bonnie Blue, she joined SOTU to talk about spring break and schoolies. New Episodes of Secrets of the Underworld return - Monday Jan 12th See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Johnny's story. Once a rising star in Australian boxing, Walker’s career was marked by talent and raw toughness, but also by the lure of power and brotherhood that led him deep into the criminal underworld. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Deborah's story. Former NSW Police Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace takes us inside the world of organised crime, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and Middle Eastern crime families. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Serb's story. Hayley Summers joins Neil for a raw dive into the sex industry — from strip clubs to private work, heartbreak to healing. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Jackie's story. Jackie James Barnes is an Australian drummer and singer. He has been performing since the age of four and is the son of rock legend Jimmy Barnes. Jackie has performed with bands like Rose Tattoo, The Dead Daisies and even the Wiggles 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Trisha's story. Trisha is know as the Pleasure & Toy Queen, her day job is testing, reviewing and enjoying adult toys. In this episode she brings in a stack of her favourite toys for Neil to inspect while sharing her story of sexual discovery and kinks. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Steve's story. Steve Lowe returns for a raw and deeply moving chat about his wild years in Sydney’s Kings Cross nightclub scene and the final chapter of his life. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil sits down with one of the most influential figures in Australia’s outlaw motorcycle scene, Big Tony, National Presidente of the Bandidos MC. For the first time publicly, Tony breaks down what brotherhood really means inside a motorcycle club, the old-school code that governs their world, and the internal battles that nearly tore the club apart before he stepped forward to lead. He reveals why he wrote his groundbreaking book Bandidos MC: Past, Present & Future, how the club preserves its history and why the media has never come close to telling the full story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.