with Mon

By Monika O'Hanlon

Society & Culture History Religion & Spirituality

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In this weekly series, journalist Monika O'Hanlon speaks with extraordinary people and delves into interesting topics and historical events. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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06.18.2024
Professional Slapper
I’m chuffed you’re here - Because I have an absolute ripper of an episode for you today. Do you ever get caught up in a deep scroll and suddenly realise you’re in a very “niche” part of the internet? Whether it’s...
06.11.2024
Collector of the Macabre
My guest today is Nick Bowman, a collector and merchant of the macabre. And when I say macabre, some of the pieces we talk about, genuinely caught me off guard. But Nick was so lovely and so open, and I...
06.04.2024
Antarctic Tour Guide
Hello! Today on the pod I actually had a completely different episode for you ... but technology isn't playing ball with me so I’m saving that one for next week. Today we’re looking back at a chat I had during...
05.28.2024
A Salty History
Today we’re looking into the history of… salt. You’re probably thinking... WHY? They’re just tiny white crystals that you sprinkle on your chips - and you’re right, salt makes stuff taste.. glorious! But did you know it played a crucial role...
05.21.2024
Burlesque Performer - Fou Fou Kaboom
Cute as a fluffy bunny, energetic as Tigger on speed and single-minded as a sex-starved sailor on leave (I stole that from her website) it’s the one… the only... Fou Fou Kaboom! I was lucky enough to see the UK's Burlesque...
05.14.2024
Raëlian Movement
Today we're going back to a conversation I had in 2021 with Peter Heaven, a Level 4 guide within the Raëlian Movement. If you've never heard of this community, you are certainly in for a treat. The Raëlian Church was founded in...
05.07.2024
Clowns
The inspiration behind today’s episode is a bit strange actually. I’ve been working at this amazing therapeutic school in London, and there’s this park nearby.. which was once a grave yard. And there lies a very famous pantomime clown named...
04.30.2024
The Croc Lady
Well G'day! This could be THE most Australian story you’ve ever heard. A couple of years ago I was lucky enough to have a chat with the ICONIC Vicki Lowing – AKA The Croc Lady. It's still one of my favourite...
04.23.2024
ESports Caster
Hello! I’ve got a lovely episode for you today. It’s a chat with the wonderful Joy K - an Esports caster and host currently based in Stockholm. If you don’t know much about the gaming world, please do not fret! My experience...
04.16.2024
The Dancing Plague
Welcome back to the "With Mon" podcast. I'm your host, Monika O'Hanlon, and I am thrilled to have your company today. It is a very special episode because this one was requested by Steph, a lovely listener in Western Australia. I...
04.09.2024
The Michelin Man
Welcome back to another episode of the "with Mon" podcast. I'm your host, Monika O'Hanlon, and today, we’re looking at a story I literally had NO idea about. We're diving into the delightful tale of a tyre mascot which somehow...
04.02.2024
Damanhur and the Temples of Humankind
This week's episode is a conversation with the lovely Gazza, who is a Damanhurian. Damanhur is an international community founded by spiritual researchers, pushing the boundaries of perception to bring catalyzed personal-collective growth, and galactic understanding of our connection to...
03.26.2024
Living with Sex Dolls
This week I speak with a lovely bloke by the name of Rod. He enjoys photography and is engaged to a wonderful lady who is currently living overseas - and he lives with sex dolls. I’m sure you may...
03.19.2024
Resusci Anne
Today I'm going to take your breath away - because we're delving into the history of the resuscitation doll mask, affectionally known as... Resusci Anne. I'm not going to lie it's a pretty sad story, but the ending feels pretty...
03.12.2024
Adult Baby Diaper Lover
I’m glad to be back in your earholes because I’ve got a pretty special episode for you today. As we do discuss adult themes it may be best if there’s kids around, chuck on those head phones or save this...
03.05.2024
Merkins
I'm chuffed to be in your earholes because today we're diving into a topic that will leave you both intrigued and slightly tickled – I’m talking about the ever so mesmerising and elusive... merkin! We talk about what one actually...
02.27.2024
Wizard and Primate of Church of All Worlds
Hello – welcome back to the “with Mon” podcast! This week’s a bit of a special one, I’ve been “rummaging” through some of my old interviews and found a conversation I had with the extraordinary Oberon Zell. Genuinely one of THE...
02.20.2024
India's First and Only Female Sumo Wrestler
What a treat it is to have you back for another episode of the “with Mon” podcast. Today I have a lovely conversation to share with you. It’s with the legendary… Hetal Dave! She’s India’s first and only female sumo...
02.13.2024
Glory Holes
A quick message before we get stuck into this week's episode. Unfortunately my Meta account is still suspended as it was hacked so I still don't have access to my Facebook and Instagram pages. I would still love to hear...
02.06.2024
Ghost Hunter
A quick message before we get stuck into this week's episode. Unfortunately my Meta account has been hacked so my Facebook and Instagram pages are currently suspended. I would still love to hear from you so for the time being...
01.30.2024
World Champion Arm Wrestler
Welcome back to another episode of the with Mon podcast. This week I was lucky enough to speak with the incredible Matthias Schlitte. Now if you’re not familiar with that name – you may also know him as "Hell Boy”...
01.23.2024
UK's Oldest Dominatrix
Thank you so much for joining me for my brand spanking new podcast – with Mon. The series where we chat with some of the most extraordinary humans on the planet, and explore fascinating topics! Today I am SO excited to share...
01.03.2024
Introducing... with Mon
Well hello stranger! It’s me… Mon! You know – Trips with Mon, Living with Mon, Dying with Mon, North East Arnhem Land with... Mon! Yeah I’m back! But this time, I’m doing exactly what you’re not supposed to with podcasting......
08.16.2022
INTRODUCING - Trips with Mon
Forget your passport, pull up a pew and get ready for a fully immersive trip around the globe - from the comfort of your own home. Search Trips with Mon wherever you get your podcasts. Don't forget to press the subscribe or...
06.08.2021
Living with Mon Trailer
Hi - Mon here! I've just released the trailer to a new series I've been working on. It's called Living with Mon and it explores some of the most interesting lifestyles out there. My favourite thing about this project was getting the...
02.02.2021
Raëlism - Peter Heaven
We have arrived at the final episode for series 1 of Dying with Mon
01.26.2021
Clairvoyant - Tracey Rhodes
Hello! Welcome to another episode of Dying with Mon. I’m so happy to have you with me as we explore what death means to people from different religions and movements. Today’s guest is a tricky one to put into just...
01.19.2021
Christianity - Rev Robert Smith
Helloo! Happy New Year! I hope your 2021 is off to a fabulous start! If you’re new to the pod, welcome! Each week I speak to someone from a different religion or movement about what they believe happens when we...
12.29.2020
I think many of us are sighing in relief 2020 is nearly OVER! As I'm still hanging out with the family I won't be releasing a new episode of Dying with Mon this week. Instead I thought I'd share another project...
12.22.2020
Whatever your beliefs, I hope you are having a lovely time surrounded by people you love! If you're looking for something to listen to, why not get your ears around some stories from the bush! I created my first podcast early...
12.15.2020
Noosa Temple of Satan - Brother Samael Demo Gorgon
Happy Hump Day! To celebrate the final episode of Dying with Mon for 2020 we are going out with a bang! Today’s guest may sound a bit controversial – but I can assure you it's not what you think. I...
12.08.2020
White Eagle Lodge - Gay Robinson
Welcome back to another episode of Dying with Mon. I’m honored to have you on this journey with me as we explore what death means to people from different religions and movements. As you will soon find out we had...
12.01.2020
Hare Krishna Movement - Bhakta Dasa
This week on Dying with Mon I am just thrilled to be speaking with Brahmin Priest and the Communications Officer for ISKON Australia – Bhakta Dasa. I knew a little bit about the Hare Krishna movement, but coming out of this...
11.24.2020
Church of All Worlds - Oberon Zell
Hello – thank you so much for clicking on this podcast! I am SO excited to share with you episode 1 of Dying with Mon
10.30.2020
Dying with Mon Trailer
It’s been a grim year. Death has never been more highlighted around the world than in 2020. On top of everything else that can get us, now we’ve got Covid-19 breathing down our necks - and it’s terrifying! Dying is...

What's with Mon about?

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with Mon episodes:

Professional Slapper

Collector of the Macabre

Antarctic Tour Guide

A Salty History

Burlesque Performer - Fou Fou Kaboom

Raëlian Movement

Clowns

The Croc Lady

ESports Caster

The Dancing Plague

The Michelin Man

Damanhur and the Temples of Humankind

Living with Sex Dolls

Resusci Anne

Adult Baby Diaper Lover

Merkins

Wizard and Primate of Church of All Worlds

India's First and Only Female Sumo Wrestler

Glory Holes

Ghost Hunter

World Champion Arm Wrestler

UK's Oldest Dominatrix

Introducing... with Mon

INTRODUCING - Trips with Mon

Living with Mon Trailer

Raëlism - Peter Heaven

Clairvoyant - Tracey Rhodes

Christianity - Rev Robert Smith

Noosa Temple of Satan - Brother Samael Demo Gorgon

White Eagle Lodge - Gay Robinson

Hare Krishna Movement - Bhakta Dasa

Church of All Worlds - Oberon Zell

Dying with Mon Trailer

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