The StickyBeak

Monika O'Hanlon
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The StickyBeak is a documentary podcast exploring the stories, people and ideas that make our world endlessly fascinating. From the bizarre to the overlooked, each episode looks beyond first impressions with curiosity, empathy and a healthy dose of wonder. Because the most interesting stories begin when we stop judging and start asking questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 6d ago

    Vagina Dentata: The Myth of the Vagina with Teeth

    For centuries, the legend of Vagina Dentata—the “toothed vagina”—has terrified and fascinated cultures around the world. Tales of flesh-shredding femmes fatales and man-eating wombs aren’t just scary stories—they reveal deep truths about power, sexuality, fear, and control. In this episode of The StickyBeak, we dive into the origins of Vagina Dentata, from ancient myths and cautionary folklore to its enduring presence in modern pop culture. Discover how this chilling legend has been used as both a warning and a metaphor, and uncover the hidden messages behind the myth. Whether you’re a fan of folklore, feminist myth analysis, or just love a story with bite, this episode will leave you thinking—and maybe laughing—about the stories we tell about sex, power, and fear. 💀 Listen now and sink your teeth in! This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Vagina Dentata: The Myth of the Vagina with Teeth

  2. Oct 20

    Real-Life Vampires: Why Do People Drink Human Blood?

    What is it really like to be a real-life vampire? In this episode of The StickyBeak, I sit down with Madame X, a self-identifying vampire, to explore a world that most of us know only through folklore, horror films and pop culture. Who are the people who identify as vampires? What does being a vampire actually mean in modern life? And what might surprise us about a community that exists far beyond the stories we see on screen? This is a fascinating conversation that challenged my assumptions and taught me a lot. If you've ever been curious about real-life vampires, human blood drinking or the people behind one of the world's most intriguing subcultures, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Thank you so much to Madame X for taking the time. You can keep up to date with all her news here: FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/madamex.dreaming WEBSITES: Iron Garden www.irongarden.org House of Dreaming https://houseofthedreaming.net/ Blood and Lust https://www.bloodandlust.com/ This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Real-Life Vampires: Why Do People Drink Human Blood?

  3. Oct 13

    The 27 Club: Why Do Musicians Die at 27?

    The 27 Club has fascinated the world for decades. Why did icons like Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, Jim Morrison, Kurt Cobain, Amy Winehouse and Brian Jones all die at 27? Coincidence — or something more? In this episode, we unpack the origins of the 27 Club and separate fact from folklore. From the white lighter myth to Saturn return astrology, from crossroads legends to Illuminati and ritual sacrifice claims — where did these theories come from, and do they hold up? We also explore the role of fame, addiction, industry pressure and the psychology behind why we’re so drawn to this number. Is the 27 Club real — or is it a story we’ve built around tragedy? Listen now and decide for yourself. This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The 27 Club: Why Do Musicians Die at 27?

  4. Oct 6

    Crop Circles: The Strange Truth Behind the Mystery

    Crop circles have appeared overnight for decades — vast geometric patterns pressed into fields, from rural England to regional Australia. Perfect spirals. Massive fractals. Designs so precise they seem almost impossible. Are they proof of alien life? Elaborate hoaxes? Or something far more human? In this episode of The StickyBeak, Mon explores the UFO sightings, the famous Stonehenge formation that stunned the world, and the quiet confessions that changed everything. Because even if crop circles are made by human hands… the mystery surrounding them refuses to disappear. Aliens, hoaxers, mass belief — and the enduring question: are we alone? This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Crop Circles: The Strange Truth Behind the Mystery

  5. Sep 29

    Isadora Duncan: The Rebel Who Revolutionised Dance

    Isadora Duncan changed the world of dance forever. Revered as the mother of modern dance, Isadora Duncan rejected rigid ballet tradition and created a radical new style built on freedom, emotion, and natural movement. She became an international sensation — admired, criticized, and endlessly talked about. But behind the fame was a life marked by heartbreak, scandal, controversy, and profound personal tragedy. In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Isadora Duncan — from her rise to global stardom to the deeply personal losses that shaped her art. And we examine the shocking final chapter that cemented her place in history. This is the tragic life of a dance pioneer — and the night that changed everything. A HUGE thank you to listener James for requesting this episode. Check out his IG here: @jstrakertroublemaker This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Isadora Duncan: The Rebel Who Revolutionised Dance

  6. Sep 22

    The Castrati: The Boys Castrated to Sing Like Angels

    For centuries, Europe’s most celebrated opera singers had voices that sounded almost supernatural — powerful, soaring, and unlike anything audiences had ever heard before. They were known as the castrati. From the sacred choirs of the Vatican to the grand opera houses of Europe, these singers became some of the biggest celebrities of the 17th and 18th centuries. Kings invited them to royal courts. Fans travelled across countries just to hear them perform. Some became astonishingly wealthy and famous. But behind those extraordinary voices was a secret far darker than most audiences realised. In this episode of The StickyBeak, Monika O’Hanlon explores the strange and unsettling history of the castrati — how the practice began in Renaissance Italy, why thousands of boys were drawn into the system, and how a handful rose to become global superstars like Farinelli. You’ll also hear about the last surviving castrato, Alessandro Moreschi, whose early 1900s recordings remain the only surviving example of what these voices actually sounded like. It’s a story about music, fame, ambition… and the uncomfortable lengths societies will sometimes go to in pursuit of beauty. This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Castrati: The Boys Castrated to Sing Like Angels

  7. Sep 15

    The Lesbian Vampire Killer: Inside Australia’s Bizarre 1989 Murder

    In October 1989, a brutal killing on the banks of the Brisbane River shocked Queensland. Within days, newspapers around the world were running the same chilling headline: “The Lesbian Vampire Killer.” But how did a tragic crime become a global media sensation? In this episode of The StickyBeak, Monika O’Hanlon revisits the infamous case of Tracey Wigginton and the murder of Edward Baldock — exploring the events of that night, the rumours that followed, and the headlines that turned a shocking crime into one of Australia’s most sensationalised stories. This episode looks beyond the label to examine how media narratives can shape public perception — and how some headlines take on a life of their own. Listener discretion advised. This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    The Lesbian Vampire Killer: Inside Australia’s Bizarre 1989 Murder

  8. Sep 8

    Swiss Wrestling: Inside the Ancient World of Schwingen

    What happens when one of Switzerland’s oldest traditions begins to change? Schwingen, also known as Swiss wrestling, is one of Switzerland’s oldest and most beloved sporting traditions. Wrestlers compete in a sawdust-covered ring, wearing traditional clothing and following rituals passed down through generations. In this documentary-style episode of The StickyBeak, Mon explores the history of Schwingen, from its roots in rural Alpine Switzerland to the huge national festivals that attract thousands of spectators today. But Schwingen isn’t just about wrestling. It’s a tradition tied to Swiss culture, identity, masculinity, community and rural life — and it’s changing. As more women enter the world of Schwingen, what happens to a sport shaped by centuries of tradition? Who gets to participate in Switzerland’s national sport, and what does its future look like? From sawdust wrestling and Alpine traditions to women breaking into a traditionally male-dominated sport, this episode takes you inside the fascinating world of Schwingen and asks what happens when an ancient tradition meets a changing society. What is Schwingen? Why is Swiss wrestling so important to Swiss culture? And how are women reshaping one of Switzerland’s most traditional sports? Listen to The StickyBeak to discover the history, rituals and changing face of Schwingen. A HUGE thank you to Vroni Brun for sharing her experiences. This episode was brought to you by Tüt, toilet lid stickers to zhuzh up your toot. Because every throne needs a crown. https://www.etsy.com/shop/tutdeco/ 🎉 Big news! The StickyBeak will be returning to two episodes a week! Wednesdays: Your regular deep dive into the weird, wonderful, and wonderfully strange stories from around the world.Mondays: A brand-new episode all about YOUR stories — the wild, funny, and outrageous confessions you send in.Got a story to share? Be a StickyBeak and submit it here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScK_D0b6Cp7WAKDq4thfd4EZNrXJPba1C2r9VZkxptxbYmJtA/viewform! 🦜 Got an Idea for the Podcast? I’d love to hear from you! If there’s a topic you’d like me to explore or someone you think would make a great guest, flick me a message. EMAIL: thestickybeakpodcast@outlook.com INSTAGRAM: @thestickybeakpodcast TIKTOK: @thestickybeakpodcast FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/listen.with.mon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Swiss Wrestling: Inside the Ancient World of Schwingen
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The StickyBeak is a documentary podcast exploring the stories, people and ideas that make our world endlessly fascinating. From the bizarre to the overlooked, each episode looks beyond first impressions with curiosity, empathy and a healthy dose of wonder. Because the most interesting stories begin when we stop judging and start asking questions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Monika O'Hanlon
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    161
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    Copyright © 2020, Monika O'Hanlon, All Rights Reserved
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