Secrets of the Underworld

Secrets of the Underworld

Neil (The Muscle) Cummins. A notorious Sydney hard man who spent 15 years on the doors of the cities most prestigious nightclubs, managing the streets for the Kings of the Cross and watching the backs of some of Sydney’s most famous and infamous underworld identities. Secrets of the Underworld is not for the faint at heart, an insightful and real look into the Sydney Underworld and the real Kings Cross between 1998 - 2013.

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September 2, 2025 11 mins

In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Alex Simon's story.

Alex Simon, Australia’s Strongest Man, takes us inside his wild journey to breaking records. From eating 10,000 calories a day and powering through brutal training sessions, to the adrenaline-charged day he became the nation’s strongest, Alex shares what it really takes to push the human body to its limits.

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In this conversation, Neil reconnects with longtime friend Taylor Guns, a former dancer and escort whose life journey has been anything but ordinary. Taylor opens up about her early days in the adult industry, her rise to fame on stage, the dark pull of addiction, run-ins with gangs, brushes with violence and the heavy price of living fast. She also shares the turning points that pushed her toward change, including time behind bars...

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In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Bianca Dye's story.

Bianca Dye is an Australian radio presenter. Throughout her career, Dye has presented programs in the competitive Sydney and Brisbane metropolitan radio markets as well as featuring on TV Shows like Thank God You're Here.

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Former NSW Police Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace takes us inside the world of organised crime, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and Middle Eastern crime families. From her early days on the beat to leading major strike forces, Wallace shares gripping stories of danger, resilience, and what it takes to stand up to some of the state’s most notorious criminals.

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In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Kurt Rigger's story.

Kurt is a Plumber who runs his own business. But after chasing payments from a client for months, he made a poor decision that sent him to prison. The only thing is, his family had no idea where he went.

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In Part 2, Said "Chestbrah" opens up about the impact of losing his brother — the late Zyzz — and how that moment shaped the course of his life. We dive into legacy, mental health, and the mindset shift that led him deeper into bodybuilding and personal growth. Said shares what it's really like behind the scenes of comp prep, how he’s managed long-term consistency, and what he's learned about masculinity, discipli...

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In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Arabella Del Busso's story. From battling shock in the courtroom to running the prison like a pro, Arabella opens up about her transformation behind bars. She shares how she earned respect, avoided conflict and found her inner strength in one of the toughest environments imaginable.

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In Part 1 of this two-part conversation, I sit down with Said Shavershian — better known online as Chestbrah — to explore the roots of his journey. We talk about his early life in Russia, migrating to Australia as a child, and the challenges he faced growing up, from language barriers to bullying. Said shares how those early struggles shaped his mindset, and how his discovery of training and bodybuilding gave him purpos...

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In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, high-class escort Carly Electric opens up about the emotional side of sex work — from falling for a client to navigating public shaming on online forums. With raw honesty and sharp wit, she unpacks the complexities of desire, connection...

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode, Amit Ghose shares his incredible journey of living with neurofibromatosis—a rare genetic condition that causes tumors to grow on nerves. From childhood bullying and painful surgeries to finding love and purpose, Amit opens up about the physical and emotional challenges he's faced and how he turned adversity into advocacy. His story is one of resilience, heartbreak, transformation ...

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In this snippet, Pete Evans opens up about the coordinated attack that cost him his career — from controversial views on health to being publicly “cancelled” and labeled a neo-Nazi. No regrets, no backing down.

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In this episode, Neil sits down with Sydney nightlife legend Penny Clifford. From her early days discovering her identity in the 1970s to running one of Oxford Street’s most iconic clubs, Penny shares raw, funny, and moving stories of her life as a trailblazing trans woman, showgirl, and nightclub manager. It's a deep dive into identity, community, and the rise and fall of DCM – the club that changed the game.

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Rachel Williams is founder of SUTDA, (Stand Up to Domestic Abuse and author of the book The Devil at Home. After 18 years in an abusive relationship, Rachel was shot and severely injured by her violent partner in 2011. He then committed suicide, as did her 16 year old son Jack, shortly after the attack...

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In this episode, Neil sits down with Ali and Abe from Death Penalty Action — two frontline advocates working to end executions in the U.S. We talk about wrongful convictions, billion-dollar death rows, execution methods you won’t believe, and why the system may be more broken than you think.

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In this rewind episode, we sit down with Desley Robinson, a trailblazer in Australian women's boxing and former IBF International Champion. She opens up about the chaos of her first pro fight, the struggle of balancing motherhood and training, and the harsh reality of corruption and influencer culture in combat sports.

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July 13, 2025 49 mins

In this episode, Jeff Morgan opens up about his turbulent upbringing in Redfern, his rise through the ranks of Sydney’s criminal underworld and the choices that led him into a life of bank robberies and fast money. From the chaos of "The Block" to high-stakes heists across state lines, Jeff shares the gritty reality behind the headlines. Alongside the deeply personal costs, including fractured family ties and years behind bar...

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Darcy Cogdale made headlines when he was jailed for assault and drugs charges but his story began as a bullied high schooler who went from drug addict to successful fitness entrepreneur all thanks to a coffee in the shower?

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June 29, 2025 43 mins

Steve Lowe returns for a raw and deeply moving chat about his wild years in Sydney’s Kings Cross nightclub scene and the final chapter of his life. From velvet ropes and outlaw bikies to his ‘last dance’ party and terminal diagnosis, Steve reflects on it all with heart, humour, and zero regrets.

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Catherine De Noire, who is a PhD student, runs a legal brothel in Europe with women who work as independent contractors. All she supplies is a space and security. Noire, who has 67,000 followers on TikTok, said safety is a “key feature” of the club and shared that all of the rooms were equipped with panic butto...

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Glen Fisher is a survivor, advocate, and founder of The Legup Project. Glenn endured horrific abuse as a child in institutional care, battled years of addiction and homelessness, and has since transformed his pain into a mission to help others. Through courage, honesty, and tireless work on the streets of Sydney, he’s become a voice for the voiceless and a powerful force for change.&nb...

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