Benny Drohan Podcast

From $0 and cracked iPhones… to packing out arenas and beating Seinfeld at his own game. Joe Salanitri, Carlo Salanitri, and Andrew Manfre, the comedy trio behind Sooshi Mango, built a global empire from nothing but hustle, heart, and a camera in the garage. But it wasn’t always sold-out shows and viral skits. They risked everything. Went broke. Nearly gave it all up. 🔥 What’s inside: The broke b...

Danny Grant went from wild nights in Melbourne’s club scene to building viral alcohol brands that shook up the industry. You’ve probably partied in one of his venues or knocked back one of his drinks, yeah, he’s the guy behind Wet Pussy. In this episode, Danny Grant lays it all out. From getting flogged in business and being dead broke to backing himself hard and building a multi-million dollar co...

You know Hannah Ferrier from Below Deck, the outspoken chief stew who blew up reality TV. What you probably don’t know is what came next. This is the real story. The fallout. The pregnancy. The silence. And how she turned the mess into a comeback, no one saw coming. It’s not just about being fired on camera, it’s about bouncing back bigger than before. 💥 Big drama. Massive growth. 🎧 Hit play: th...

Toadie was on your screen for 30 years straight. Then, gone. Just like that. In this ep, Ryan Moloney opens up for the first time about what it’s really like to grow up on national TV, carry one of the biggest shows in Aussie history… and then walk away with nothing but a clean slate and a shot at reinvention. This one’s not about Neighbours. It’s about legacy. Identity. And the moment everything...

This week, the boys sit down with UFC legend Mike Swick... fighter, entrepreneur, and founder of the iconic AKA Thailand gym deep in the jungle of Phuket. But before that? He faced the fight of his life: Stage 4 cancer. Two weeks. No food. One shot to survive. 🔥 In this epsidoe The brutal protocol that helped him kill 95% of the cancer in one month Why he turned his back on doctors What it really...

PK’s trying to stay on top of his fitness, Benny’s fired up about the Valley Wolves’ A-grade form, and Brucey’s fresh off Nedd Brockmann’s 4 AM choccy milk run. But the main event? Fishy Reviews are back, and they’re wild. We’re unpacking some of Melbourne’s most cooked 1-star reviews. From birthday blow-ups and security dramas to someone losing it because the restaurant was “too dark.” Get around...

She trained her whole life for the Commonwealth Games... until one moment shattered everything. In this episode, the boys sit down with Maddi Brown, an elite Australian gymnast whose dream was ripped away by injury. But instead of giving up, she made a decision: fight back. This is a raw, no-BS story of resilience, heartbreak, and a powerful comeback from the edge. From competition prep to breakin...

At just 32 years old, Arjun Paliwal had already built a $17 million property empire, owning 17 properties across six Australian states. As the founder of InvestorKit, he made a name for himself by using data-driven market analysis to help investors make smarter property decisions. But in 2024, everything changed. A routine life insurance test revealed a congenital heart defect, forcing him into em...

YNG Martyr: Acid Trip, 200M+ Streams, No Plan B At 17, he overdosed on NBOMe, stripped naked, jumped fences, and woke up in hospital. Today, he’s racked up over 200 million streams and built a fanbase off raw talent, internet hustle, and relentless self-belief. In this unfiltered chat, YNG breaks down the near-death experience that changed his life, the freestyle grind that started it all, and how...

Welcome to the Monthly Catch-Up, Where the Boys Go [Off Script]! Benny & PK are back, no script, no filter, just straight-up chats on everything happening right now. From wild stories to footy, fights, and full-blown stitch-ups, nothing’s off-limits. Fishy Reviews is in full swing! We’re calling out salty Karens, cooked reviews, and absolute nonsense while giving props to the legends who deser...

Flash Daddy: From Gang Life to Fight Life He was getting jumped at school and beaten at home. By 19, he was working for gangsters, getting stabbed in the street, and being handed Rolexes by wannabe triads. Now? He’s training at one of the world’s top MMA gyms, chasing a professional fight career... and finally, peace. This one is chaos. Raw, wild, and completely unfiltered. Flash lays it all out.....

Craig McLachlan: The Rise, the Fall, and the Truth One minute he’s unblocking showers and gigging in dingy pubs... six weeks later, he’s on the cover of TV Week and one of the biggest names in the country. Craig McLachlan was everywhere. Neighbours. Home and Away. A chart-topping hit with Mona. He owned the stage in The Rocky Horror Show. He was flying. Then it all came crashing down. Accusations....

Jeff Horn went from school PE teacher… to beating one of the greatest boxers of all time. The Pacquiao fight made headlines... but it’s only part of the story. From brutal bullies in high school, to nearly quitting the sport, to fighting for a world title in front of 50,000 screaming Aussies… this bloke’s done it all. We talk fighting legends, life after boxing, and what it takes to cop hits and k...

He Woke Up on Life Support... and Rebuilt Everything At 19, he collapsed in Africa. Doctors gave him a 30% chance of survival. He made it through... barely. But that was just the beginning. Orphaned young. Raised by grandparents. A carer before he was even a man. From Brisbane coffee shops to Lisbon nightclubs… To building fight nights and media in Thailand. This one’s raw, chaotic, and wildly ins...

46. Three Kids. One Wild Idea. Benny just did the impossible... won his first-ever boxing match at 46, live on Phuket’s iconic Fight Street 🥊 With zero experience, he said yes. Sixteen weeks of training in Melbourne, then an 8-week brutal fight camp at Apollo Gym in Thailand. From four opponent changes in 24 hours to chaos on fight night and a life-changing win… this is what stepping out of your...

We’re wrapping up a huge 2024! PK & Brucey look back on the year, from shattered TVs and legendary guests like Nathan Jones and Sooshi Mango to wild road trips up the coast. Plus, we’re gearing up for Benny’s boxing debut in Thailand, dream guest reveals, and even more epic content on the horizon. LFG Benny! 👇 Chapters 00:00 - Powered by Little Fish 00:38 - Wrapping Up the Year That Was 01:20...

Jacob Malmo and Tom Evans were broke, unknown DJs. Now they’re the kings of Australia’s underground dance scene. From dodgy warehouse gigs to the wildest global stages, this is the untold story of The Journey, a duo who risked it all chasing a sound no one believed in. No rules. No backup plan. Just sweat, bass, and total belief. What does it really take to break through the noise? They spill it a...

Marcus Ciminello went from folding letters to selling Australia’s most expensive homes... twice. In this masterclass, he breaks down the $80 million deals, wild career rise, and what it takes to win in luxury real estate. If you’re into business, mindset or high-stakes property, this one’s unmissable. 👇 Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:41 - Meet Marcus Chiminello: Real Estate’s Game Changer 00:04:...

The boys sit down with the one and only Ben Polson, Oz's first Ninja Warrior champion and a true content legend! Known for his insane athletic skills and wild challenges, Ben’s built a unique space for himself as a fitness creator and music producer. From conquering Mt. Midoriyama to racking up half a million YouTube subscribers, Ben shares his intense training routine, journey to the top, and the...

Dylan Buckley had the AFL dream and then lost it. But what came next would change everything. In this episode, Dylan breaks down the brutal reality of life after footy, building a media empire from scratch, smashing stigma around mental health, and why he believes any dickhead can start a podcast (including him). This isn’t just about leaving sport. It’s about legacy, resilience, and betting on yo...

DJ Cooper Smith is smashing stereotypes and living his dream. Born with cerebral palsy, he started mixing at just 5... proving nothing could hold him back. Now 19, with his legendary mum Bron by his side, he’s breaking barriers behind the decks and in the studio. Proof that limits are just bullshit. 👇 Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:01:03 - DJ Cooper Smith! 00:03:00 - Baby Cooper: The Early Years 00...

Olivia Carr hit rock bottom personally and professionally. She remortgaged her house, nearly lost everything, and still found a way to build Shhh Silk into a global, multimillion-dollar brand. From celebrity endorsements to burnout and breakdowns, Olivia shares the raw truth about what it really takes to succeed in business and in life. 🔥 In this episode: How she scaled Shhh Silk from zero to glo...

Martin Taupau & Michelle: Resilience, Identity & Legacy What does it take to rise through the NRL, fight racism, and build a legacy that outlives the game? In this powerful episode, Martin Taupau opens up about the brutal truth behind pro sport... from the darkest moments in his career to the pressure that shaped him. His partner Michelle brings the fire too... lifting the lid on the hidde...

The boys sit down with Australia’s hottest comedy troupe, Sooshi Mango! With millions of views and a loyal global following, these three have cracked the code to staying relevant. Expect laughs, wild behind-the-scenes stories from Nonna’s house, and their blueprints for turning shit jokes into a global brand. 📣 Powered by: ⁠⁠⁠Little Fish Property⁠⁠⁠ : delivering the best value in ⁠⁠⁠knock down re...

Get ready for a killer chat with Ben Lipschitz, the brains behind Flipsters and FoodByUs! 🎙️ From nailing product design to scaling up and surviving the chaos of COVID, Ben shares his secrets to building and growing a successful biz. Hit play for top insights on leadership and levelling up! 📣 Powered by: ⁠⁠⁠Little Fish Property⁠⁠⁠ : delivering the best value in ⁠⁠⁠knock down rebuild Melbourne⁠⁠⁠...