Alexander Holland & John Maloney
Don't Praise The Machine (DPTM)
Al and John grew up together in the 1990s but now live on opposite sides of the world. Each week, they get together through the magic of the Internet to catch up, make each other laugh and try to make sense of it all. The result is a funny, surreal and thought-provoking excursion through the arcane recesses of pop culture and technology, and the mysteries of everyday life. What’s it like to have a virtual companion? Did Hilaria Baldwin really pretend to be Spanish? Why did movies used to have a rap in the credits to explain their own plot? Get in touch at hello@dptm.org or find us on IG @dont_...
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Alexander Holland & John Maloney
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Latest episode
Oct 19, 2026
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Episodes
#83 - 1-900-SCHPLARG 31.10.2022 40:16
This week, the podbrothers call into a neglected nook of tech history, and Al comes clean about his struggle with the white stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#82 - Corden Blues 24.10.2022 44:19
This week, the podbrothers examine the blow-up at Balthazar, a late 90s folk rock masterpiece, the emergence of DPTM merch and the potential of social sliders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#81 - I Don’t Know What’s Real At All Anymore 17.10.2022 32:11
This week, Al and John look at long haul flying, highlights of the Tempelhof kitchen and fake faces. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#80 - Ich Bin Ein Don’t Praiser 10.10.2022 44:06
This week, a very special IN-PERSON episode, recorded at DPTM’s legendary Tempelhof studios. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#79 - Creaking on Sunshine 03.10.2022 44:06
This week, John and Al speak on musical alter egos, floral friends, Caledonian adventures and slang trends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#78 - Comedy Bonus 26.09.2022 37:31
This week, Al and John consider east end adventures, subpar rock star sexts and real fast runners. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#77 - Now That's What I Call A Hot Schplarg 19.09.2022 42:27
This week, John and Al pore over decaffeinating, the magic of the Emmys, the passing of Her Majesty and Melbourne street art royalty. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#76 - Ploofman’s Platter 12.09.2022 40:09
This week, Al and John contemplate luxurious staples, Apple updates and the public proliferation of ploofing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#75 - Flirtual Insanity 05.09.2022 46:52
This week, the podbrothers don their haptic codpieces and explore metaverse courtship, midlife musical exploration and pastry hustles. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#74 - Yes, My Gatekeeper 29.08.2022 36:16
This week, John and Al talk Australian folk heroes, Shaq attacks and an exciting new DPTM partnership. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#73 - Birthday Beans 22.08.2022 40:01
This week, Al celebrates a momentous birthday, and John tries to get Real. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#72 - Topes and Dreams 15.08.2022 38:26
This week, the podbrothers pore over a German-Australian mystery, emotional emojis, hippy enclaves and of course, Eiffel 65. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#71 - Hulks In Law 08.08.2022 39:45
This week, a flying visit to the podbrothers’ state of origin; and a post-mortem analysis of a rare Hollywood misstep. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#70 - The Return of the Somerton Man 01.08.2022 45:05
This week, the podbrothers revisit one of the great mysteries of our time. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#69 - The Life Macquatic 25.07.2022 37:33
This week, enjoy a cafe au lait at the Hôtel des Schplarges. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#68 - C:\DPTM\ep_68.exe 18.07.2022 38:20
This week, John spreads some more American honey, and Al spins some beloved vintage classics: Will Smith, gen z linguistics and the state of modern cinema. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#67 - Concrete Jungle Where Pods Are Made Of 12.07.2022 42:31
This week, the very first in-person DPTM, live from the biggest apple. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#66 - Diamond Boy 04.07.2022 40:16
This week Al and John bring you some highly refined conversation about the future of a computer’s imagination as well as look at a funky fresh Vietnamese jeweller. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#65 - 20th Century Silver Fox 27.06.2022 47:30
This week, John and Al cover developmental milestones, tycoon trysts, dystopian domes and gen z jargon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#64 - Biff Tech 20.06.2022 42:36
This week, Al and John traverse life imitating cast, sentient machines, fasting tips and traps, the burden of chores, discomfiting encounters and John’s upcoming performance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#63 - Breathe With Jar Jar Binks 13.06.2022 41:57
This week, John and Al ponder old Jedi marketing tricks, special musical guests and the decline of deep dish dining. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#62 - The Video Store Special 06.06.2022 52:16
This week, come in for a browse, grab yourself a new release and make it a DPTM night. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#61 - Roll Credits 30.05.2022 42:33
This week, Al and John talk jarring film endings, and extend an olive branch to the thirst trap commentariat. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#60 - Handsome Neville 23.05.2022 44:46
This week, DPTM goes viral; and the podbrothers talk muscles, musical challenges and fizzy mishaps. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#59 - Dinosaur on the menu 16.05.2022 40:47
This week John pods from the top end of Australia while Al CONFESSES and ENDS CAREER in UNPRECEDENTED BETRAYAL. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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