The Useless Hotline

Tour Diary: Wild Stories from Australia and New Zealand

The Useless Hotline

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Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline.

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00:00 - Feeling like a mushy yogurt: opening reflections 00:12 - Tour update: halfway through Australia, Brisbane rooftop recording 00:40 - Aussie sounds: sirens, busy streets, and Melbourne-Melbourne crossover 01:30 - Youthful adventures: scooter rides in rain and birthdays in Auckland 02:50 - Wild Auckland stories: street fights, blood pools, and chaotic brawls 04:02 - New Zealand’s unique culture and stunning landscapes 05:10 - Sydney arrival: heat, traffic, and city impressions 06:45 - Australian food obsessions: yogurt, snacks, and food scene comparisons 07:55 - Meeting Robert Irwin: zoo visits, celebrity stories, and family legacy 09:20 - The passionate Irwin family and Steve Irwin’s legacy 10:50 - Fans, meet and greets, and the magnetic energy of live shows 12:30 - Funny stories of exotic encounters and local characters 13:45 - Reflections on the journey and plans to return to these incredible countries 15:00 - Wrapping up: gratitude for fans, upcoming shows, and future adventures Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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