THE CLINK

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The Clink is a podcast that deals with real life stories of redemption.  Hosted by Brent Simpson who is a former bikie enforcer who sold illicit drugs before turning his life around and dedicating his life to charity.  Follow us on Instagram @theclinkpodcast      

  • 43 minutes 31 seconds
    SUMMER CLINK: Mel Watson Part 2

    While the Clink goes on break for the summer, enjoy some classic episodes

    Mel Watson is a former prison guard who worked the infamous Long Bay. In part 2 we hear her journey and some of the things she witness as a screw at Long Bay

    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses real stories of childabuse, sexual abuse and suicide. If you need help please call Lifeline 13 11 14

     

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    5 January 2025, 2:00 pm
  • 42 minutes 59 seconds
    SUMMER CLINK: Mel Watson Part 1 (Trigger Warning)

    While the Clink goes on break for the summer, enjoy some classic episodes

    Trigger Warning: This episode discusses real stories of childabuse, sexual abuse and suicide. If you need help please call Lifeline 13 11 14

    Mel Watson is a former prison guard who worked the infamous Long Bay. She came from a trouble upbringing and is a survivor of multiple abuses from her youth to adulthood. In part 1 we hear her journey and some of the things she witness as a screw at Long Bay

     

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    29 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    SUMMER CLINK: Ben Salgado

    While the Clink goes on break for the summer, enjoy some classic episodes

    Ben Salgao has spent some time in some of Australia's worst prisons but now out on parole he is moving on to become a succesful business owner and motivator for people trying to manage their physical and mental health.

    Check out his work at www.bfitsecrets.com.au 

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    22 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 22 minutes
    SUMMER CLINK: Ben Lowe

    While the Clink goes on break for the summer, enjoy some classic episodes

    Ben Lowe is a recovering addict who shares his story of going from a dealer to a user and then to a prisoner. But after multiple run ins and a couple of relapses he turned it around thanks to the birth of his son.

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    15 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 43 minutes 27 seconds
    Mark "Luuch" Lucchiari Part 2

    From the heartbreak of losing his father at a young age to surviving a near-fatal skydiving accident, Lucch’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this gripping episode of The Clink, he opens up about transforming tragedy into fuel for living a fearless, purpose-driven life. Lucch shares how embracing vulnerability and confronting past pain helped him build resilience and pursue a lasting legacy. His story is a powerful reminder that life’s challenges can become the foundation for personal growth.

    Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to face your fears and live fully.

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    8 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 19 minutes 2 seconds
    Moments of Redemption: Big Bad Barry Hall

    In this moment of Redemption we go way back into the archives to Brent's chat with AF enforcer Barry Hall

    Head back to earlier seasons of The Clink to hear more stories of redemption

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    3 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 51 minutes 18 seconds
    Mark "Lucch" Lucchiari Part 1

    From the heartbreak of losing his father at a young age to surviving a near-fatal skydiving accident, Lucch’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. In this gripping episode of The Clink, he opens up about transforming tragedy into fuel for living a fearless, purpose-driven life. Lucch shares how embracing vulnerability and confronting past pain helped him build resilience and pursue a lasting legacy. His story is a powerful reminder that life’s challenges can become the foundation for personal growth.

    Tune in for a conversation that will inspire you to face your fears and live fully.

    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2 December 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 10 minutes 52 seconds
    Moments of Redemption - Stephen Caine

    TRIGGER WARNING

    Stephen Cain has come from gutter to glory. 15 years ago, after spending 20 years in prison for drug and alcohol charges, he was unemployed, living under a bridge in Salisbury and collected 5c cans from rubbish bins for income.

    Listen to Stephen's powerful story in season 8 of The Clink

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    26 November 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 1 hour 15 minutes
    John Killick

    John Killick, is an Australian criminal and author. He is best known for escaping from Sydney's Silverwater Correctional Complex with his partner by helicopter on 25 March 1999.

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    25 November 2024, 2:38 pm
  • 14 minutes 59 seconds
    Moments of Redemption - Mahmood Fazal

    From biker gangs to prison, Mahmood Fazal is a Walkley award-winning writer on a mission to advocate for the voices we don’t hear.

    Hear his 2 part chat with Brent back in Season 2 of the Clink

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    19 November 2024, 2:00 pm
  • 45 minutes 52 seconds
    Your Questions Answered

    In this episode of The Clink, Brent sits down with his producer to go through some of your questions from the The Clink inbox. From how The Clink started to Brent's favourite bike, we cover a fair few bases and go down memory lane.

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    18 November 2024, 2:00 pm
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