THE CLINK

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

April 22, 2026 12 mins

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Nader Hamdan.

Nader 'Lionheart' Hamdan is a proffesional boxer who spent time with Brent in juvenile justice. He shares his story growing up in Marrickville and how he plans to help the next generation.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Tony Hoang.

Tony is the son of Vietnamese refugees; growing up in poverty in the 1990s in what was the drug capital of Australia, Cabramatta. As a young man was involved in gangs, drug dealing and spent time in prison. 

Tony has been engaging young people through Inspire 180 spends his time both men...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Danielle Hogan (Part 1).

The media called her the glamorous Bondi party girl — but Danielle Hogan says the reality couldn't have been further from the truth. In this clip, she reveals the moment a detective apologised before using her as an example, why she was chosen as the face of a major Sydney ...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Shyahne Stevenson.

Shyahne Stevenson has an amazing story of redemption. From drugs, abuse, prostitution and crime, you have to hear here story to believe it.

 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Gary Jubelin.

Gary Jubelin is a former cop, and Brent is a former criminal. Now, they’re both podcasters. Gary hosts the popular podcast *I Catch Killers*.

In this unique and raw conversation, no punches are pulled, and no question is off-limits. At times, things get heated, and it almost ends befo...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Nathan Paddison.

Nathan Paddison the process of creating art while incarcerated on and off for 12 years of his young life. He is now an accomplished artist making a living doing what he loves

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Mehaka Lee Te Puia.

Mehaka Lee Te Puia was detained after his association with the Rebels bikies prompted authorities who them used this accusation to cancel his visa and separate him from his family.

In part 1, we hear of Lee's upbringing, family and club life and how the visa system is flawed between A...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Darryl Gardiner.

Darryl Gariner is the founder of Rolling with the Punches and works with women to train them in boxing to feel safe. He comes from a history of violence and abuse but in the episode he shares his story of a troubled upbringing with severe domestic violence and his real life experience of...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Michael Clancy.

Michael Clancy was working during that tragic day at Dreamworld in 2016. In this episode he shares the unbelievable attacks he and the staff endured during that period including death threats to not only themselves but their families as well.

Michael took his experience with anxiety durin...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played
February 23, 2026 57 mins

In this episode of The Clink, Brent Simpson sits down with proud First Nations man and renowned Indigenous artist Brad Turner.

Brent and Brad first met over 20 years ago playing rugby league on the Gold Coast. Back then, footy was life — community, culture and mateship. But when a devastating workplace injury left Brad with permanent nerve damage and the loss...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Bernie Matthews (Part 2).

Bernie Matthews is a convicted bank robber and prison escapee who has served time for armed robbery and prison escapes in NSW (1969-1980) and Queensland (1996-2000).

In this two part series Bernie tells Brent about what it's really like in some of Australia's harshest priso...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played
February 16, 2026 47 mins

In this two-part episode of The Clink, Dean Marks shares his journey from life inside some of Australia’s toughest prisons to the long and difficult road back into society. He speaks candidly about crime, addiction, survival behind bars and the turning points that forced him to confront the life he was living. But leaving prison didn’t mean leaving the struggle behind. Freedom brou...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Mark "Lucch" Lucchiari (Part 1).

From the heartbreak of losing his father at a young age to surviving a near-fatal skydiving accident, Lucch’s journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Lucch shares how embracing vulnerability and confronting past pain helped him build resilience and pursue a ...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played
February 10, 2026 44 mins

In this two-part episode of The Clink, Dean Marks shares his journey from life inside some of Australia’s toughest prisons to the long and difficult road back into society. He speaks candidly about crime, addiction, survival behind bars and the turning points that forced him to confront the life he was living. But leaving prison didn’t mean leaving...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Bernie Matthews (Part 1).

In this Best Of snippet, Bernie Matthews takes us back to his first days inside — where survival meant learning the rules fast and breaking them even faster. From swallowing razor blades in a desperate bid to escape, to enduring solitary confinement in total darkness, this...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Richie 'Vas' Vaculik.

Ritchie grew in the surf and on the streets of Maroubra. In this episode with Brent he shares his darkest moments, biggest waves and his story of redemption. 

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Barry Hall.

From growing up as a child who had disappointed his dad, his anger issues, those on field brawls, his boxing career and his ultimate story of redemption by helping others with similar challenges. 

Barry is one of the AFL's best forward's of the modern era. He has gained All Australian st...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with our host, Brent Simpson (Part 1).

We have had a lot of messages to hear our host Brent's story. In this two part series, Brent talks though his childhood abuse, life on the street, his incarceration as a kid, his jail stints as an adult and his time in a motorcycle gang and then details his road to redem...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Holly Deane Johns (Part 1)

At 29, Holly Deane-Johns was convicted of attempting to mail heroin from Bangkok to Australia, narrowly avoiding the death penalty but receiving a 31-year prison sentence. She endured seven brutal years in a notorious Thai women's prison, fighting daily for survival. Join us as...

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Across the last 19 seasons of the Clink, We have had some really raw conversations. This is one of most listened to episodes with Josh Datant (Part 2).

In this recap of The Clink we explore part 2 of Josh Datánt's story, taking us on his pathway to redemption after struggling with addiction.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listen
Watch
Mark as Played

Popular Podcasts

    Joy is essential. And it's also elusive. You can't order it, borrow it, or simply hope it into life. But now, there's a new and exciting way to start your journey toward a more joyful existence: The Joy 101 Podcast with Hoda! Best known for her Emmy-winning work and co-anchoring Today, Hoda Kotb infuses her authenticity, curiosity, and warmth into conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Entertainment legends, sport icons, wellness experts, and everyday folks will share how they find, allow, and experience joy. Hoda will offer her own tips and takes on seeking a more balanced, harmonious life. If you're craving inspiration, support, and useful tools to maximize your joy, tune in to these candid, uplifting, and moving on-air chats. Joy after a breakup, joy as an empty-nester, joy after loss, joy as a caretaker — Hoda's new podcast will speak to you. Joy 101 with Hoda Kotb, an iHeartPodcast.

    Stuff You Should Know

    If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.

    Dateline NBC

    Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

    Hey Jonas!

    Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.

    Betrayal Weekly

    Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.

Advertise With Us
Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2026 iHeartMedia, Inc.

  • Help
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • AdChoicesAd Choices