The Hammerbarn Project

Today it’s a very special episode: the first in our series of Crossover/Crossbreed shows! And who better to share our love of the Australian show Bluey with than two Americans. Say G’day to Greg and Mike of the 2 Bandits Watching Bluey podcast! But listener beware – we delve into uncharted territory at the Bandits request: We talk about the first episode of Season 3 : Bedroom! While we try to dance around it, there are mild spoilers for this fantastic new episode. We know we know, not all of the world has gotten to see it yet, but we loved teasing the guys about whats in store for them as well as learning a bit about our cultural differences. Warning #2: There is so much banter in this episode, you’d be forgiven for thinking it’s a show about Bluey. Enjoy this extended special edition episode! 

Today folks, it’s one of our most requested episodes. Say it with me now fellas: DUCK CAKE! Annoyingly, at the time of recording, we had to do the Zoom thing because The Man said so. But it’s ok – our tails are still wagging! Marty even got to attend a Cake conference – for real life! So that makes him qualified to answer the question: Is it really the hardest of all cakes? And is your kitchen even Australian without the most recognisable of cookbooks? Other questions include: What cakes did WE have as kids? Should humans have tails? How does Money work? And how many different ways can you say the word “Mate!” And remember: “Duck’s Fly Together!”

We interrupt your regularly scheduled Hammerbarn-ing to remind you all that Season 3 is almost upon us! 

Today on the show its something we’ve never done before – an Indiana Jones reference! I know right, I didn’t believe it either. What are the chances? And what are the chances of Franks parenting style being called out HARD by Uncle Stripe? Brendan confesses that he is friends with jerks (hey man – I’m sitting right here!) all while attempting to follow the rules of the Library. There’s some debate on the Aussie classic of “Yeah Nah”, another Brendan family member special guest, the Grey Wiggle and even Samurai Pizza Cats. There is NO book that can contain all this awesome. But you should still return it anyway…

Today on the show, it’s The Weekend and we couldn’t be happier! Or more random… It’s a mixed bag alright featuring our fave four pups and a host of extras including, but not limited too: Magic Statues (I’ve been down that road before), Cute Diggers (beep beep beep), Sushi Dolls (Aww it fell over), Patriotic power points (240 Volts baby!), Cricket Chat (Got I’m yes!) and some Progressive Rock classics. (Best. Doggie-Treat. Ever) How can you possibly be bored with all this? Plus learn just what Brendan and Frank get up to on the weekend – prepare to be whelmed!  

It’s a big big show for a fan-fave episode so we thought we’d double the trouble with two members of the Allan household: Introducing Frank’s amazing wife, Ali! We find out her Bluey origin – which seemed to have quite the influence on this very show! But has this shifted the paradigm of the boys: Is Frank now the brunt the jokes? Along the way, we Hug a Sloth, learn about Pen Dragons, the occupations of the Heeler parents and somehow make another Arnie reference. And is this the most chock-full of cameos episode ever? Ooooss!

It’s been a long time between drinks, but trust us, it’s worth it. Our longest episode ever, and our most emotional one by far. We cover the newest episode of Bluey but also, a recap on two very different Fathers Days from Marty and Frank. But have all Bluey fans around the world even seen it? #Controversy Brenny’s craft skills come to the fore. Sorta… But this leads us to another Australian staple, Playschool! Round Window for life! If that reference doesn’t do it for you, how about another Indiana Jones one? Or the most risqué conversation the show has ever included? Also featuring: smashed birthday cake, a boomerang and our new outro! Combine all these ingredients together and what you end up with is, Perfect. 

Today on the show, it starts with a bad idea. But, you're used to that by now, right? Welcome to the Shadowlands! The game you KNOW you've played for real life. We go a bit retro in our gaming references all while comparing Aussie and English weather conditions. And did Frank MISS a cricket reference? TWICE? Oh and we invented Bluey the computer game guys. Secret level and concept art included. Keep listening right to the end to find out who was right! 

It's a very 90s beginning to this episodes centered around a very 80s food shop. But are the prices 1970s or 2010? Can you successfully enjoy Bluey with only 3 characters? Along the way, we discover Bandit and his vice, Bingo and her existential questions, Marty and a plot to make him say big(ger) words, a Bluey-themed bus tour and even how two words can say a multitude of things. I'm hungry. 

WARNING: This episode features way too sound effects, more puns than usual and a 100% increase in Arnie impressions. Other features include: not 1, not 2 but THREE of the most knowledgeable nieces/nephews you will ever hear from. Adorable +10! Intense Debate: Who is Bluey’s greatest classmate? Why DID we have to wear those silly hats at school? Action +11!  How can a stump become a metaphor? Or did we over-think it? (Again. As usual.) No Surprise +10! Can Brendan find his basket and STAY in there? Negatory + 1 million!