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The Justin Hamilton Podcast
Comedian Justin Hamilton has given his podcast a new coat of paint for season 9 with brand new segments and a regular rotating list of guests including Wil Anderson, Dave Anthony, Alexei Toliopoulos, and more as they discuss what is happening in the arts, culture, and politics in 2026.Questions or topic ideas for Hammo? Shoot him an email or DM him on Instagram For exclusive eps and chats, join the podcast’s Patreon HERE, and check out Hammo’s Substack HERELove the show? The easiest way to…
Episodes
The Justin Hamilton PodcastLoki Episode 2 with Rove McManus
Rove McManus returns to help Hammo unpack what is going on in the second episode of Marvel's new series Loki. Can the TVA be trusted? Is Kang the Conqueror…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - International Assassin
This is the big one, the episode Hammo has been working towards. It is his favourite episode of any television series. It is The Leftovers season 2, episode 8…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastLoki Episode 1 and Mad Max Beyond Thunderdome - Rove and Garth Jones
Hammo is joined by Rove McManus to dissect the first episode of the new Marvel TV series Loki. Garth Jones continues to dig into the world of the Ozploitation…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - A Most Powerful Adversary
Hammo's re-watch of The Leftovers continues with 'A Most Powerful Adversary" which is episode 7 in season 2. In this episode Hammo dives into the different…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastAnge Lavoipierre on Spiders and Space Junk; Rachael Millanta talks Bo Burnham's Inside
Ange Lavoipierre returns to talk about the bombshell Hammo dropped on her the last they hung out and just how much space junk we have out there. Rachael…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Lens
Hammo continues his re-watch of The Leftovers, this time focusing on the episode Lens, episode 6 of season 2. This episode has duelling powerhouse performances…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastBig Squid Live - Can We Still Enjoy It?
Hammo is joined by a star studded cast to discuss the question, "Can we still enjoy it?" Tom Gleeson, Rove McManus, Alice Fraser, Ange Lavoipierre, Richard…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - No Room at the Inn
We're hitting the halfway point of season 2 of The Leftovers as Hammo embraces and endures another Matt Jameson episode. Miracles, good deeds going wrong and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSofia Coppola's The Bling Ring
The Sofia Coppola festival continues with The Bling Ring as comedian Ben Ellwood joins Hammo to break down this movie. One of them loved it and the other…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Orange Sticker
Earthquakes. Missing teenagers. Incriminating hand prints. Talkative ghosts. Miracles and the people who don't believe in them. It's another brilliant episode…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastLehmo and the Drag Queen - Pass the Amyl and Mad Max 2
Fun podcast as Hammo interviews fellow comedian Lehmo about his hilarious back-and-forth with a drag queen from RuPaul's Drag Race Down Under over joke…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Off Ramp
Hammo is back with his deep dive of season 2 of The Leftovers. In the latest episode, Off Ramp, we see Laurie run over people, Tommy get too close to a light…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSam Petersen and Rachael Millanta
Confessions of the Idiots podcast host Sam Petersen makes his Big Squid debut talking about his love of reality TV and the comedy that drew him into the…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - A Matter of Geography
Hammo returns with his deep dive into his favourite TV series of all time, The Leftovers. This podcast looks at episode 2 from the season season, A Matter of…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSofia Coppola's Somewhere
Ben Ellwood and Hammo continue their march through the marvellous movies of Sofia Coppola with her movie Somewhere. And then a new segment makes its debut…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Axis Mundi
Hammo jumps into the season two opener for The Leftovers, Axis Mundi. From cave women to men aloft towers, from brand new characters to old sitcom stars, from…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastRove and AJ Lamarque - Falcon and the Winter Soldier, Oscars and Lost Cities
It's a big Big Squid Show! Rove joins Hammo to discuss the 2021 Oscars and The Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Then up and coming comedian AJ Lamarque discusses…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastCharlie Clausen - Near Dark
TOFOP co-host, actor and producer Charlie Clausen makes his Big Squid debut with Hammo talking about one of his favourite cult movies, Kathryn Bigelow's "Near…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - The Prodigal Son Returns
It's the end of season one of The Leftovers and Hammo goes deep into The Prodigal Son Returns. Raging fires are the backdrop as the Departed return in a way…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastZack Snyder's Justice League
They've finally done it! Hammo and Ben Ellwood have watched and re-watched Zack Snyder's Justice League and they're finally ready to share their thoughts. They…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - The Garveys at Their Best
Hammo continues his re-watch of The Leftovers with the penultimate episode of season 1, "The Garveys at Their Best". In this mini-podcast Hammo interweaves…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastRian Hughes Interview
Rian Hughes' book "XX A Novel, Graphic" has quickly become one of Hammo's favourite books and he's rapt to talk to the author, graphic designer, illustrator…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Cairo
Hammo continues his re-watch of The Leftovers with episode 8, Cairo. Kevin is losing his mind, Laurie is taking charge, Jill has had enough and Patti has a…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSofia Coppola's Marie Antoinette
Marie Antoinette is the next movie in the Sofia Coppola rewatch with Ben Ellwood and Hammo also reviews volume 2 of Something is Killing the Children and the…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Solace for Tired Feet
Hammo continues his deep dive into series 1 of The Leftovers, this time focusing on episode 7 "Solace for Tired Feet". Aggressive dogs in post boxes, strange…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastAJ Lamarque and Garth Jones - Pass the Amyl
AJ Lamarque is one of the rising stars in the Sydney comedy scene and makes his Big Squid debut in this episode. Also Hammo's old pal Garth Jones launches his…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Guest
A new mini-episode of Big Squid has Hammo continue his re-watch of The Leftovers. This podcast focuses on Hammo's favourite character Nora Durst, played by the…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastDave Anthony and Rachael Millanta
Comedian Dave Anthony takes time out from hosting his brilliant podcast The Dollop to talk about the state of the world and why it is important to know your…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Gladys and guest Alexei Toliopoulos
Hammo goes deep into a confronting episode of The Leftovers and then welcomes his first guest on this series, the always delightful co-host of Total Reboot and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastAlice Fraser and WandaVision Finale with Rove
Comedian Alice Fraser returns to the podcast to school Hammo in the world of romance novels and their genre ticks and twists. Rove McManus also dives in to…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - BJ and the AC
Hammo continues his re-watch of The Leftovers in this mini podcast as Kevin Garvey goes searching for the missing baby Jesus doll, Tommy waits for a sign and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastComedian Oliver Twist, XX-A Novel Graphic and WandaVision
Hammo catches up with Rwandan comedian Oliver Twist before his one-person show opens at the Griffin Theatre, Rove drops in to discuss the penultimate episode…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Two Boats and a Helicopter
A new mini-episode sees Hammo continue his re-watch of The Leftovers with the third episode of season 1: Two Boats and a Helicopter. Hosted on Acast. See…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastLost in Translation and WandaVision
Ben Ellwood returns to Big Squid for part 2 in their Sofia Coppola re-watch with Lost in Translation. Rove also returns to unpack episode 7 of WandaVision and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers - Penguin One, Us Zero
Hammo goes solo again for this mini-episode of Big Squid. In this podcast Hammo digs into episode 2 of The Leftovers as he re-watches his favourite TV series…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastWandaVision with Rove, The Nest, Dr Who thoughts with Rachael Millanta
Rove McManus returns to talk about episode 6 of Marvel's WandaVision, Rachael Millanta makes her 2021 debut discussing which aliens the Doctor has had sex with…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Leftovers Pilot
Hammo goes solo for this episode as he begins his re-watch of the incredible HBO series The Leftovers. These mini-episodes will be appearing throughout season…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastAnge Lavoipierre, WandaVision with Rove McManus and Another Round
Comedian and ABC journalist Ange Lavoipierre makes her Big Squid debut in a talk that begins with Yacht Rock and ends with frozen curses. Rove McManus begins…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Virgin Suicides, WandaVision and Something is Killing the Children
The Virgin Suicides is the first movie in the Sofia Coppola movie watch with comedian Ben Ellwood, and Hammo also talks about episode 4 of WandaVision and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSoul and WandaVision
Hammo is joined by comedian Ben Ellwood to kick off season 4 to discuss the new Pixar movie Soul. Hammo also shares his thoughts on the first three episodes of…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastBig Squid Live: fauXmas 2020!
It's the final Big Squid podcast for season 3 and for 2020. Hammo has some one-on-one time with you to begin the podcast and then it is on to the live show…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastTenet, Under-Earth and Spin Off
It's the final Christopher Nolan re-watch as Hammo and comedian Ben Ellwood go deep into Tenet and find a number of surprises. Hammo also catches up with…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastBabyteeth with Eliza Scanlen, Cal Wilson and Toby Hemingway
A big episode of Big Squid with Cal Wilson returning with her segment My Proud-full Shame, author Toby B Hemingway talking about his new collection of short…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastChristopher Nolan's Dunkirk and Elvis Costello's Hey Clockface
Hammo teams up with comedian Ben Ellwood to discuss the Christopher Nolan classic "Dunkirk". Hammo also goes solo to share his review of the new Elvis Costello…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastAlex Jae's Guide to Good Dude Cinema and WE3
Comedian Alex Jae, co-host of the podcast Ladies Guide to Dude Cinema, joins Hammo to reveal the movies that not only took her by surprise but she also ended…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastChristopher Nolan's Interstellar
This is a big one! Hammo and his pal comedian Ben Ellwood continue their Christopher Nolan rewatch with Interstellar. From the relationship between Cooper and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastTom Gleeson and Rachael Millanta
Hammo is joined by award winning comedian Tom Glesson to discuss the classic Australian movie The Year of Living Dangerously, directed by Peter Weir and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastGareth Reynolds, Mr Bungle and Oeuvre Cheever
Comedian and co-host of The Dollop and Point vs Point podcast Gareth Reynolds checks in from America the day after the US election. There's also plenty of talk…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastCharlie Pickering: US Election and Yacht Rock
Hammo's good friend comedian Charlie Pickering makes his Big Squid debut to talk about the two things he loves more than anything: the US election and Yacht…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Dark Knight Rises with Ben Ellwood
Comedian Ben Ellwood is back to help Hammo continue their Christopher Nolan re-watch as they dissect The Dark Knight Rises. Also Hammo announces the inaugural…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastCal Wilson and Dave Thornton
Hammo is joined by two of his close comedy friends for this episode. Cal Wilson returns with her segment My Prideful Shame and Dave Thornton drops by to…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastInception and Rachael Millanta's Spin Off
Hammo is joined by two guests this week with comedian Rachal Millanta checking in from Canada with her new segment Spin Off, and Ben Ellwood returns to help…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastBig Squid Live!
Recorded live at Giant Dwarf in Surry Hills, Hammo brings his podcast to the stage in front of a live audience with a wide range of guests including author and…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastJosh Earl, Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips' Pulp Review
Comedian and host of the "Don't You Know Who I Am?" podcast Josh Earl joins Hammo to chat music and share a track entitled, "The Wedding Song". Hammo also…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Dark Knight, Ben Ellwood and Rachael Millanta
Ben Ellwood returns to continue the Christopher Nolan re-watch with their thoughts on The Dark Knight. Rachael Millanta checks in from Canada with her segment…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastSinger/songwriter Georgia Mooney and The Notebook Trilogy
Hammo is joined by Georgia Mooney, the singer/songwriter known for her work with the band All Our Exes Live in Texas and her own solo productions. Georgia not…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastThe Prestige, David Bowie's Something in the Air and Rebecca Melrose
Hammo and Ben Ellwood continue their Christopher Nolan re-watch with some conflicting opinions about The Prestige. Comedian Rebecca Melrose makes her Big Squid…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastCal Wilson, Dave Thornton and Rachael Millanta
Hammo opens the latest podcast with his tribute to actor Chadwick Boseman before being joined by comedian Dave Thornton to discuss the latest news in the NBA…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastTenet, The Batman Trailer and Batman Begins
Hammo gives us two Tenet reviews, a spoiler free version at the beginning and one with a few spoilers towards the end. He's also joined by B105's Stav Davidson…
The Justin Hamilton PodcastTrace Podcast Host Rachael Brown and Christopher Nolan's Insomnia
Brilliant Australian journalist Rachael Brown swings by for a chat about her podcast Trace. Rachael talks to Hammo about what inspired the award winning debut…