THE CLINK
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
Episodes
Across the last 18 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listen to episodes with Vale Russell Manser.
Brent has known Russell for 25 years. Russell and his Voice of a Survivor charity helped thousands of people who were victims of institutional abuse.
We pay our respects to Russell and his family in this episode by hearing about his journey of redemption from season 1
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In this episode of The Clink, Brent sits down with veteran crime journalist Adam Shand for a deep dive into the gritty realities of outlaw motorcycle clubs, media bias and the changing face of crime in Australia. With 30 years on the crime beat, Adam shares untold stories from inside clubhouses to High Court challenges and reflects on the complex humanity behind the headlines.
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In this episode of The Clink, Brent sits down with Watene "Wa" Watene—founder of The Amend Movement and a man who has turned pain into purpose. From surviving childhood abuse and the violence of gang culture in New Zealand, to transforming his life through deep self-work, Wa shares a raw and honest account of his journey.
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Across the last 18 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listen to episodes with Jayden Sheridan
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In this continuation episode of The Clink, Mat Steinwede opens up about his journey from the party-fueled chaos of Oxford Street to the criminal underworld, drug addiction, and life on the run.
In part two, Mat opens up about the emotional weight of raising his kids, the devastating loss of his son Logan, and how he’s built a life of purpose, discipline, and redemption from the ashes.
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Across the last 18 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of them with Johnny 2 Guns
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In this episode of The Clink, Mat Steinwede opens up about his journey from the party-fueled chaos of Oxford Street to the criminal underworld, drug addiction, and life on the run. He shares the dark moments that nearly destroyed him, and the unlikely lifeline that helped him begin to turn it all around. This is part one of a powerful story of survival, redemption, and the long road to rebuilding.
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Brent sits down with Trishelle to talk about her time in the justice system—starting as a parole officer and now working at a law firm that actually cares about people. They get into the mess of it all: no proper training, heaps of red tape, political stuff getting in the way, and how hard it is for both staff and offenders. Trishelle opens up about burnout, trauma, and the weird stuff parole officers have to deal with.
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In this episode of The Clink Brent welcomes Ivy Sardi, a man who has turned his life from being a "Coke-King" to now supplying people with knowledge, health and wellbeing.
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In this episode of The Clink, Brent welcomes Jed and Milo, co-founders of their organisation "Go-Getters", helping troubled youth create better opportunities for themselves. They also share their pasts and what led them to the paths they are on today.
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Once trapped in addiction and crime, Danny Shannon spent 17 years battling heroin and ice before turning his life around. Now clean for over a decade, he shares his powerful story on The Clink, revealing the struggles of his past, the moment that changed everything, and how his vide...
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In this episode of The Clink, We hear Part 2 of Brent's chat with Devyn Hammond, who shares her remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Australia and her involvement in a significant fraud case that led to her imprisonment. Devyn Hammond and Brent discuss the complexities of financial knowledge in high-stakes environments, the...
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In this episode of The Clink, Brent welcomes Devyn Hammond, who shares her remarkable journey from Zimbabwe to Australia and her involvement in a significant fraud case that led to her imprisonment. Devyn Hammond and Brent discuss the complexities of financial knowledge in high-stakes environments, the trust placed...
Peter’s astonishing journey took him from a near perfect family in an upscale neighborhood, to a serious drug addiction as a teenager, crime, school-suspension, imprisonment, and ultimately, financial success in business.
He credits his faith and the love of his family for the strength he needed to break his addiction to drugs and for his stunning transformation from felon to millionaire.
Iggy McGowan is a mindset mentor who provides individuals with the knowledge, principles, and tools they need to regain control of their minds.
In Part 2 with pick back up after Iggy shared how his mother saved him from taking his own life
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Iggy McGowan is a mindset mentor who provides individuals with the knowledge, principles, and tools they need to regain control of their minds.
In this chat, he talks about his love for Muay Thai and his battle with suicide.
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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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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 thi...
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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