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On this episode of Simply the Jest, it's time to say goodbye as Hobba and Hing end their time at triple j.

In true Simply The Jest form, we ask for your ending stories and get dildos, foreskins and truly wild stories to send this podcast off in style. Plus an international music icon swings by with a special message!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, you’ll hear only the epic stories, since this week's theme is BIG!

On this episode of Simply the Jest, its a free-for-all choose-your-own adventure! 

Hear about the wanted criminal’s stolen vibrator, bedroom nosebleeds and penises set aflame!

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Seven meals a day. A steak as big as a man’s clenched fist for breakfast. TikTok sensation Tom Cardy reckons Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s diet builds champions, so Hobba & Hing pit themselves against a lifetime's worth of protein in a single day.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, you’ll hear only the epic stories, since this week's theme is BIG!

You’ll hear about big mistakes, a big toenail accident and the largest pile of cash that a listener has ever seen!

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On this episode of simply the jest, grab the green bags & the shopping list, as we're asking for your best retail stories.

You'll hear about a midnight heist, painting with internal organs, frozen tongues and a whole lot more!

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On this episode of simply the jest WE QUIT!

Well, we are leaving in August so to celebrate we’re getting your best quit stories. You’ll hear about sneaky holidays, food fights and reality TV,

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On this episode of simply the jest Stick Em Up because we’re getting your best caught stories.

You’ll hear about get caught in the bedroom, in the bathtub and even over CCTV

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On this episode of simply the jest I hope you’re hungry because we’re serving up your best ‘eat’ stories.

From crunchy, smelly and even soggy. If its been in your mouth, we want to hear about it!

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re loading up the truck because we’re on the move!

This week's stories all have to do with the theme ‘Moving’. Think moving jobs, moving countries and the shitshow of moving house.

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On this episode of simply the jest, we’ll make you an offer you cant refuse - as we hear your best second hand stories

You’ll hear about sharing chewing gum, buying a lounge from a legend and  a dominatrix being recognised in a non dominatrix setting!

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re getting your NEW stories.

Whether its about New York, New Cars or a New Low we’ve gathered them and you'll hear them.

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On this episode of simply the jest get ready to slip and slide because we’re hearing your best WET stories.We’re getting into all of your stories about water, Salvia and of course… urine.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest we're taking you to a special Live show recorded earlier this year at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival!That's right, at Hobba & Hing's MICF show they brought you a panel of comedian including Jordan Barr, Michelle Brasier & Chris Parker for their best Crime stories!

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On this episode of simply the jest, we pull the cord and hear your best stories about public transportIn this episode you’ll hear about phlegm, crashes and a quite a alot of vomit!

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re talking all things music.From being plucked out of a crowd, losing a digit, and an acapella sex soundtrack. We’ve got them all!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we’re getting the best stories about your first time!You’ll hear about surprise base jumping, brutal post-coital feedback and dealing with an injury on a nude beach!

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re getting your best head stories!We’ve got them all including stories about the head on your shoulders. between your legs and even a head of lettuce.

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re finding out all of the places you have been stuck… and then escaped.That's right, we’ve gathered stories about escaping school, police and even scorn lovers.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we’re getting your best air travel stories!From military arrests to celebrity shenanigans… sleep medication and so much more.

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On this episode of simply the jest We’re getting your best younger sibling stories!You’ll hear about how crazy siblings can get, including getting revenge, police and even finding out about new siblings.

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In this episode of simply the jest we’re whipping ourselves into a panic!That's right! We’re hearing about your stomach dropping, heart wrenching moments including naked panic, food panic, and even, tooting panic.

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re getting handsy.We’ve gathered you best stories about holding a hands, injuring hands and even getting a little bit freaky with your hands.

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On this episode of simply the jest, grab your sunscreen and hat because we’re heading to the backyard!You’ll hear about backyard accidents, arrests and a whole lotta defecation.

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On this episode of simply the jest it's our 100th podcast, so we wanted to give you a very Jess themed episode!Yes! Jess is this week’s theme. You’ll hear about some very chaotic jess’s who get into all sorts of trouble including, celebrity hitchhiking, STD checks and even getting stuck in a washing machine.

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On this episode of simply the jest grab your towel and soap because we’re jumping into the shower.You’ll hear about Waffle Stomps, Shower Sex and a whole lotta injuries.

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On this episode of simply the jest grab your towel and soap because we’re jumping into the shower.You’ll hear about Waffle Stomps, Shower Sex and a whole lotta injuries.

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On this episode of simply the jest we get on the lease and ask for your best housemate stories! You’ll hear about identity theft, curling one off in a bag and ducks!

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re spilling secrets because the theme is “Don’t tell the Boss”!You’ll hear about secret parties, secret relationships & secret doctors certificates .

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re on the hunt for your best ball stories.We’re talking about balls in sports, jobs involving balls and of course, alot of mangled nut sacks.

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On this episode of simply the jest rug up because we’re stepping into the Fridge!You’ll hear about fridges, freezers and even severed fingers.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re heading to the stocks for your best punishment stories.You’ll hear about significant fines, public shaming and our old friend revenge!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re reliving some of the craziest stories to make it into your earholes. This is THE BEST OF THE REST!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re talking about simply the best stories from the year!We’ll revisit some of the most jaw dropping stories from 2022, but only one can be declared THE BEST OF THE JEST!

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On this episode of simply the jest, its the business end of the year and we’ve got all of your Christmas stories!You’ll hear about awkward family interactions, food poisoning and a broken toilet.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re heading to the stocks for your best punishment stories.You’ll hear about significant fines, public shaming and our old friend revenge!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we head into the clink and ask for your best stories about crime!You’ll hear about multiple robberies, illegal lizards and a real life prison break!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re opening the check-outs and hearing your best retail stories!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest we’re diving into the muck to hear your best DIRTY stories.

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re hunting for your best Garage stories!

We’re opening up the roller door and dusting off your old bikes as we explore your best garage, sheds and granny flat stories.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we're hearing our best stories about jumping! You’ll hear about skydiving with royalty, horrific injuries on soft surfaces and an international incident that was exposed by Breakfast television!

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On this episode of simply the jest get ready…. Set and go because it's all about competitions this week!

Yes! To celebrate the Australia’s Best Competition Competition launching last week we’re scouring the country for your competition stories.

You’ll hear from a bunch of super competitive Aussies who have put their body, mind and even relationships on the line for the sake of competition.

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On this episode of simply the jest get ready…. Set and go because it's all about competitions this week!

Yes! To celebrate the Australia’s Best Competition Competition launching last week we’re scouring the country for your competition stories.

You’ll hear from a bunch of super competitive Aussies who have put their body, mind and even relationships on the line for the sake of competition.

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On this episode of simply the jest pull your chair up because its Dinner time baby!

You’ll hear about dinner party that have gone oh-so-wrong including broken bones, shattered pride and of course, injured private parts.

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Hobba and Hing are on Holidays this week but, Little Skipper, Jess Perkins has a message just for you.

We'll all be back next week! See you then!

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On this episode of simply the jest chuck on your PJs and get cozy! We’re finding the Country’s best BED stories!

Of course you’ll hear about activities that people get up too in bed but also games, shit and lots of injuries.

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On this episode of simply the jest its requestival so we’re letting YOU choose the topic.

You’ll hear about a wide range of topics like Halloween, Showers and even Verandahs

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On this episode of simply the jest its requestival so we’re letting YOU choose the topic.

You’ll hear about a wide range of topics like Halloween, Showers and even Verandahs

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, don't make a scene as we hear your best ACCIDENT stories! You’ll hear about sending a text to the wrong person,  Bush wee’s & even a Shart!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, don't make a scene as we hear your best ACCIDENT stories! You’ll hear about sending a text to the wrong person,  Bush wee’s & even a Shart!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, don't make a scene as we hear your best BUSTED stories! You’ll hear about dangerous dance moves, a mum on a mission and a very naughty story involving fire!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, don't make a scene as we hear your best BUSTED stories! You’ll hear about dangerous dance moves, a mum on a mission and a very naughty story involving fire!

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On this episode of Simply the jest, we plug in and hear your best SHOCK stories! 

You’ll hear about exploding cheese, meat tenderisers and learn about the pitfalls of being a "novice blacksmith".

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On this episode of Simply the jest, we plug in and hear your best SHOCK stories! 

You’ll hear about exploding cheese, meat tenderisers and learn about the pitfalls of being a "novice blacksmith".

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On this episode of simply the jest it’s time to take out the trash with your best BIN stories with guest judge Lucy Smith! You’ll hear about a criminal garbage disposal, brain juice, a snake in a bin and so much more.

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On this episode of simply the jest we are scouring the nation for your best Hair stories.

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On this episode of simply the jest we’re packing the picnic basket, slapping on the sunscreen and jumping on our bikes to hear your best stories about The Park!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re travelling into jungles, farms and even your backyard to  hear your best Animal Stories

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we jump into the mosh as we hear your best festival stories!

You’ll hear about being pulled up on stage, heaps of bodily fluids coming out when they shouldn't & how meeting a Grammy winning artist made a triple j listener hurl!

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Pack your mittens and fill up the thermos because on this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking on the nation’s best ‘Snow’ stories.

You’ll hear about a televised injury, a backflip gone wrong, a fiery dreadlock and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking on the nation's best stories about ‘Going Home’. 

You’ll hear about a drunken ride in a wheelie bin, a gruesome fence jump attempt, a very long plane ride and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, brace yourself as we ask for your best break stories.

You’ll hear about escaping parties, twin injuries, being surrounded by police and more!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, you're at the top of the guestlist as we hear your best party stories.

You’ll hear about samurai sword thefts, using a costume to coverup an accident & how one listener ended up dancing with a prime minister!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re cashing in and hearing your best stories about money.

You’ll learn about catching leeches with human bait, a priceless coin, and if you’re lucky… you might even find out what an oil sump is!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re sinking our teeth into your best 'bite' stories.

You’ll hear about monkey fights, wrestling moves gone wrong and taking on a cannibal after a night out!

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Yes, the rumours are true. We're off for one more week, but we'll be back in full swing with a new pod quicker than you can say 'Lil Skipper'.

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The three musketeers are taking a little break! Take this chance to catch up on any episodes you might've missed.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking you front row to our Live show in Shepparton for the triple j takeover!

You'll be joined by comedians Tim Hewitt and Danielle Walker, telling you their least radio friendly stories on the topic... Getting Home

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re throwing on our hiking gear, ready for your ‘climb’ stories!

You’ll hear multiple climbing PSAs, including: why you should bring doggy bags to Everest base camp, why you shouldn’t go rock-climbing with rings on, and so much more.

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On this episode of simply the jest …...we’re getting knee-deep muddy water while we take on Australia’s best ‘River’ stories.

You’ll hear about an inventive way to fend off a crocodile, a slippery houseboat rescue, a swim with blood sucking consequences and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're fielding the nation's best 'Mum' stories!

You’ll hear about mums at music festivals, an explicit post-match celebration and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re diving into the nation's most embarrassing, stubborn and gruesome 'Dad' stories.

You’ll hear about a mafia prank, a home job medical procedure and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking you front row to our Live show from Melbourne International Comedy Festival.

You'll be joined by comedians Brett Blake, Rhys Nicholson, and Sonia Di Iorio, telling you their least radio friendly stories on the topic... Crime

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re signing your permission slip and counting you onto the bus as we take the nation's best ‘Excursion’ stories.

You’ll hear the words ‘tsunami of chunkiness’ come from a prac teacher, a story about a hero turned villain and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're digging up the dirt on all the things that 'Everybody Saw'.

You’ll hear from a shirtless jobseeker, a gassy wedding MC, a loose lipped high school student and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're unzipping the nations stories on the topic of pants.

You’ll hear about crotch wasps, gaffa desperation, mooning mishaps and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re loading the start gun and preparing to hand out some ribbons as we take on the nation's best 'Competition' stories.

You’ll hear about pickled snakes, pallets of cereal, a hustling hat thrower, and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we've braced ourselves for a good flabbergasting, as we hear your stories on the topic SURPRISE! 

You’ll hear about Hing's creepy cake disaster, ouchy urchins, dead dogs and... more dead dogs (we promise it's not as horrible as it sounds)

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re opening our arms to the people who have left something or someone in tatters, as we hear your stories on the topic RUIN! 

You’ll hear about ruined weddings, ruined funerals, ruined haircuts and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're bracing ourselves for impact and making our way through the rubble as we hear the nation's best stories on the topic, SMASH!

You'll hear some brutal stories about heads in fish tanks, teeth in faces, broken dreams and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re getting our wires crossed and feeling the buzz as we get your best 'Electricity' stories.

You’ll hear about holes in fingers, electrifying golf carts, paragliding into power lines and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we recap a couple of your best 'Love & Romance' stories.

Since Lewis is away, we're keeping it short and sweet. But it's not about the size, it's how you use it! And as you'll hear, some use it to piss the bed.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we set our sails to the wind and navigate our way through your best stories involving boats!

You’ll hear about some accidental lifesavers, a power-move from a Russian bachelor, a sunken dream and a whole lot more.

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Normally you'd be wrapping your ears around another instalment of Simply The Jest, where we bring you the wildest stories this country has to offer. This week, however, the universe had other plans.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re keeping it in the family as we get your best sibling stories! 

You’ll hear some classic sibling stitch ups, including a sandy bladder release, a mishap with a rusty pitchfork,  a soul crushing catfish and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we turn a new sheet with the nations best 'bedroom' stories.

You'll hear about Feng shui, loud adult noises and a nosey mother-in-law, with guest host Lucy Smith!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we’re hearing the nations best stories when it comes to beg, borrow or steal!

You’ll hear about bribes, guns and A LOT of stories that involve the police.

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On this special episode of Simply the Jest, we share a smorgasbord of weird stories from topics that never made the podcast feeds.

You’ll hear about nude bungee jumping, fake car crashes, local paper stitch-ups and a whole lot more!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we’re talking about simply the best stories from the year. We’ll revisit some of the most jaw dropping stories from 2021, but only one can be declared THE BEST OF THE JEST!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we get jolly and hear the nation's best Christmas stories!

You’ll hear about stolen goods, inappropriate water fights, losing body parts and a whole lot more!

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On this episode of simply the jest, we’re dialling up the heat as we get your spiciest, your sweatiest, your steamiest stories on the topic ‘Hot’.

You’ll hear about a young magician that really brought the house down, an illegal chilli, some cooked worms and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re having a crack ourselves as we hear your best 'Homemade' stories.

You’ll hear about a homemade bow and arrow, a tooth from the beach and so much more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking you to the honeymoon suite as we hear your best Hotel stories.

You’ll hear about an ASIO approved napkin,  prepaid smoking fines, a horrible clean up and so much more!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, it's a family affair as we hear your best stories about aunts and uncles!

You’ll hear about prison tattoos, penis puppetry and a listener's connection to the world's most infamous cruise!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we take your best stories on the topic ‘Farm’.

You’ll hear about naked paddock parties, mouth to dog resuscitation & how to ride a 300 kilo feral pig!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we take your best stories on the topic ‘Ride’

You’ll hear about an unfortunate brush with royalty, why fairy floss and carnivals don’t mix and a story about some cheese, crackers and a goon bag that will truly leave you speechless.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, you'll be asking for the manager as we hear your best stories about 'Customers'.

You'll hear about a candy maker who knows too much and a story that will give the infamous 'Rat Juice' a run for its money.

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, whack on your helmet and keep a fire extinguisher close by as we hear the stories that made you go..."Whoops!"

You’ll hear about an accidental booty call, some deadly fishing bait and a reckless banker.

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This week on Simply The Jest, you'll hear...nothing! We're taking a week off to baste our hams. Why not take this opportunity to dig into past episodes that you may have missed, we'll catch you next week!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, it’s 'Open Season' baby! We let the triple j audience pick the topic and share their best story.

You’ll hear about a horrifying present, a gigantic foam penis and you know the old saying “it’s raining cats and dogs?” Well, this time it’ll be raining...COW TESTICLES!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, chuck on an apron and join us as we hear your best stories from the kitchen.

You’ll hear about trips to the emergency room, a fake murder and you’ll learn the horrifying phrase “consensual cannibalism”.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, you better slap on your thermal undies because things are going to get a little frosty as we hear your best ‘Cold’ stories.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re taking the plunge into unknown waters as we hear the Australia's best ‘Pool’ stories.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re jumping behind the wheel and steering our way into your best 'Car’stories.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’ve come knocking for your best stories on the topic, ‘Door’

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're loading up on the fairy floss and hitting the roller coaster as we hear about your best ‘theme park’ stories.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re getting a little spooky and hearing stories to do with the topic, ‘Scary’!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re putting one foot in front of the other and hearing your stories on the topic of 'Run'!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we’re coming clean and hear about the stories you’ve never told anyone!

You’ll discover years of lying, family secrets being exposed and learn the horrifying term RAT JUICE!

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On this episode of Simply the Jest, we slice into the nations best cut stories!

You’ll hear about lost limbs, lost jobs and a whole lotta blood. And a content warning for this episode - things get intense!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’ll pinch your cheeks and give you a hard boiled lolly - as we hear the nation's best stories about grandparents!

You’ll hear about bizarre pets, makeshift swimmers and a whole lot of sex!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we're hearing the nation's best crush stories!

You’ll hear about crushed bones, crushed hearts and crushed nuts!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we run headfirst into the unknown and hear the best stories from when the nation wasn't told something!

You’ll hear about surplus snakes, secret families, surprise leaches and a whole lot more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we ring the doorbell and hear the nation's best house stories.

You’ll hear about illegal campsites, cockroach explosions and the saddest threesome of all time!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we cross our fingers and hear the nation's best lying stories!

You’ll hear about fake twins, police callouts, mysterious plants and more.

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On this bumper episode of Simply The Jest, we call shotgun and hear the nation's best passenger stories.

You’ll hear about lying to airport security, spew bags, public fornication and more!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we get all lovey-dovey and hear your best stories from first and last dates!

You'll hear about unexpected confessions, surprise family meetings, bodily fluids and more.

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we sail away and hear the nation's best island stories. Gambling wins, celebrity sprays and medical emergencies; this episode has it all!

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In this episode of Simply The Jest, we find out when you had to do it yourself! You'll hear about dislocated body parts, umbilical cords and getting your own justice!

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In this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re giving our two weeks notice, as we discover the nation's best quitting stories.

You’ll hear about feuds, mosquitos and storming out to Bon Jovi!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, get your trollies as we discover your best stories about the shops! You’ll hear about falling kids, abandoned kids and escaped pigs!

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On this episode, we get scandalous and discover your best stories about cheating. You’ll hear about broken hearts, mnemonic devices and getting fined hundreds of thousands of dollars!

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On this episode of Simply The Jest, we’re opening the classifieds and hearing your best bought and sold stories. You’ll hear about eBay scams, disappointing a child and getting forced into adopting a pig!

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In this episode, we sneak into your workplace and hear the nations wildest stories about their boss. You'll hear about accidental nudes, drug smuggling and finding fingers in food!

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In this special live episode from the Melbourne International Comedy Festival, we're breaking the law!

Comedians Tom Ballard, Nikki Britton and Brett Blake share their best stories about crime.

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In this episode, we get all lovey-dovey and ask for the nations best stories about romance. You'll hear about flash mobs, fainting, siblings and getting dumped in the rain!

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Put your seatbelts on, as we ask for your best stories from on the road. You'll hear about road rage with nail guns, loose reptiles and discovering dead bodies!

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Watch your back, as we comb through the nation's stories about enemies. You'll hear about family feuds, ferocious media campaigns and long term revenge!

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Please fasten your seatbelts and return your tray table to its upright position, as we hear your best Flight stories!

You'll hear tales about smuggling, mile high clubs and crashing on a first date

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Mind your head as we head up the ladder, to hear your best roof stories! You'll hear tales about secret clubhouses, uninvited guests and fugitive discoveries!

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Hop on and grab the back seat, as we hear your best stories about The Bus! You'll hear tales about breakups, taking the wheel and getting "splodey" vibes while holidays in Mexico

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Ahoy me hearties, get yourself starboard as we hear your best stories about The Sea. You'll hear tales about shark attacks, Jeff Probst and dying while sailing!

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We're peeking over the back fence and hearing your neighbourly tales. You’ll hear stories about robberies, celebrities, secret rat breeding businesses and child minding stunts!

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On the first episode of Simply the Jest, we hear your best stories about teeth!

Open wide as we learn about having too many teeth, not enough teeth and a heroic taxi driver who goes above and beyond after a passengers big night.