Everyday Conspiracy Theories
🕵️ Conspiracy

Everyday Conspiracy Theories

👤 Hosted by Sean Craig Murphy & Mena Soliman

These are NOT the full-fat conspiracies that give conspiracy theorists a bad name.They're the wholesome, laughable, thought-provoking and largely plagiarised observations about stuff you encounter everyday.Like suspiciously magnified seafood cabinets that make your prawns look bigger. T-shirts secretly designed by optometrists to coax you into new glasses, and something about feminine hygiene products that we probably shouldn't go into here.Your…

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Ep. 62·S1·

WHAT?

What's the BIG announcement Mena makes at the end of this ep? And is this the ultimate Everyday…

18:52
Ep. 61·S1·

Who do Self Help books really help?

Crayons for adults, Metallic paint for cars and an engineering problem that has escalated. Hosted on Acast. See…

14:26
Ep. 60·S1·

Why have Voice Notes suddenly exploded?

Our new favourite communication mode, not-so-crazy celebrity names, and waiters pushing “specials”.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…

14:37
Ep. 59·S1·

Why are we doing a Q&A episode?

Would we continue the podcast if one of us died? What's Seans favourite ECT of all time? (Mena…

13:28
Ep. 58·S1·

Who is making our playlist go all Gaga?

Double crossing music platforms, sneaky salami packages, and booby trap olives. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

14:03
Ep. 57·S1·

I thought you said you wouldn't talk about vaccines?

We 'vax lyrical' about cat jabs, shopping centre bangers, and sneaky product placement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

14:03
Ep. 56·S1·

What's the real reason formals take place in Term 1?

The mega-industry cashing in on high school formals, and the trap to watch out for on CarSales.com.au. Hosted…

14:56
Ep. 55·S1·

Why are my Zoom calls still so sketchy?

Video calls from the 2000s, the 'shocking' changes to modern play equipment, and a blast from the past:…

14:36
Ep. 55·S1·

Sean Craig Murphy is Redundant

In this special episode of the Everyday Conspiracy Theories podcast, there are no ECTs and no limits.Mena Soliman talks…

19:41
Ep. 54·S1·

What makes MAFS a raging success?

The dirty secrets behind trashy TV, and the dodgy car park tactic costing you money. Hosted on Acast.…

14:29
Ep. 53·S1·

Why are leftovers always leftover?

Too much food too little time, to trick the radio audience, and suspicious salad games too. Hosted on…

14:54
Ep. 52·S1·

Are cops encouraging us to jaywalk?

Crossing the line with the law, stealing from the mafia, and questioning the Fringe Festival. Hosted on Acast.…

14:35
Ep. 51·S1·

You call this a 50th anniversary episode?

Due to popular demand, we brought back The Roast to mark our 50th* episode! We take this moment…

14:14
Ep. 50·S1·

What did Larry Emdur do to win a Gold Logie?

The bizarre ECT about a quiz show favourite, your smart phone's dumb keyboard, and trying not to get fired while…

14:05
Ep. 49·S1·

Why do men wear the pants (with big pockets)?

We are joined by Tamara and Shanelle from The Beautiful Nightmare podcast, who came to graciously thank us…

29:26
Ep. 48·S1·

Is Kmart too good to be true?

Kmart tactics that bedazzle, art galleries that embezzle, and the pimple-popping myth that left us frazzled. Hosted on…

14:03
Ep. 47·S1·

Why are work meetings so damn long?

The secret reason managers call long meetings, and the phone feature that's more “fright” than “flight”. See omnystudio.com/listener for…

14:31
Ep. 46·S1·

What's in the secret recipe of a Bunnings sausage?

The sneaky sausage ingredient found at your local Bunnings, and the (alleged) cause of ECT's success uncovered. See omnystudio.com/listener…

15:14
Ep. 45·S1·

A New Year Wish

We want to thank our listeners across Australia and the World for making our first year the best…

1:54
Ep. 44·S1·

What's the real reason behind product recalls?

Sketchy product recalls, the suspicious rise of white cookware, and mobile detection black spots.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

14:56
Ep. 43·S1·

Why does it matter how many Weet Bix I do?

The soggy secret behind Australia's national cereal, the cricketer who knew too much, and the little tweak making…

13:25
Ep. 42·S1·

Who is the evil genius behind Elf on the Shelf?

Toys designed to spy, a parent's Yuletide lie, and the Christmas sales that get you twice. An ECT…

14:38
Ep. 41·S1·

Why does it rain after I wash my car?

The secret additive in car wash soap, the tech that COVID rebuilt, and a confession from your hosts.…

14:00
Ep. 40·S1·

When did roadworks become so glamorous?

Roadside catwalks, secret fireworks, and shopping trolleys with benefits.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy…

13:33
Ep. 39·S1·

Who are loyalty cards really rewarding?

The free coffees you never get, the coin flip conspiracy you won't forget, and the EV driver's ultimate…

14:10