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. Joined by world-renowned psychic Tracey Lee, 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. Thanks to our season sponsor. My Pay Now, Click below to find out more. www.mypaynow.com.au

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August 5, 2025 13 mins

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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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In this episode, Neil sits down with Steve Keogh, a former Scotland Yard detective with over 30 years in the Metropolitan Police. Steve shares gripping stories from his career, including interrogating terrorists, exposing corrupt officers, and confronting child abusers. With a deep understanding of the complexities of thes...

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Hayley Summers joins Neil for a raw dive into the sex industry — from strip clubs to private work, heartbreak to healing. Hayley opens up about her journey through stripping and escorting, from the Gold Coast to Hong Kong and Melbourne’s nightlife. She shares raw insights into love, loss, self-worth, and the emotional realities behind sex work, private clients, and personal growth.

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Calen Morris is a 501 deportee and patched member of one of New Zealand’s most notorious motorcycle clubs - The Head Hunters. Calen shares his troubled past with crime and drug abuse, what it was like being deported to New Zealand and how even after leaving a life of crime, he still manages to draw police attention

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Matt Floyd was raised in foster care and entangled in a life of crime, Floyd found redemption through boxing. Now, as a former paedophile hunter turned professional boxer, he's setting his sights on a high-profile boxing and bare-knuckle fights. 

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Tom Canavan was a securities specialist working in the North Tower on 9/11 who survived the collapse of the Twin Towers. He recounts the moments leading up to the first impact, the confusion and shock that followed, and the calm yet determined evacuation down dozens of smoke-free stairwells.

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June 1, 2025 62 mins

DJ Dave Austin talks on his journey through the highs and lows of the nightlife scene, to becoming a key figure in Sydney’s DJ and event circuit. He shares insights on the evolution of DJing, club culture, iconic venues like DCM, and the impact of social media and COVID-19. 

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Bonnie and Leilani are OnlyFans models who hit the headlines after they hit schoolies on the Gold Coast in 2023. In this episode they share their continued success, wild stories from Spring Break and what they have their eyes on next

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In this episode, Zeke Campbell shares his journey from growing up in Wollongong to pursuing a professional boxing career. He reflects on the challenges he’s faced, the impact of family, and how partying once distracted him from his goals. Now focused and driven, Zeke discusses the discipline required to succeed and his ambitions for the future.

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