Sooshi Mango Podcast

We are back after 3 months travelling the world and bring our show to America, Canada and Europe.  This week we recap our fondest moments, funniest memories and some of our hotel experiences. Plus, we've come back with a new idea. Australia needs US to spread the message to the world that this is the best country in the world. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you...

Award-winning chef Shane Delia joins the Sooshi Mango boys to chat about the flavours that shaped his career, his deep connection to Malta, the cuisines he loves most, and why exceptional customer service is the secret ingredient behind every great dining experience. Throw in plenty of laughs, stories from the kitchen, and a few foodie debates, and you've got an episode worth coming back for secon...

Before he became one of Australia's most beloved entertainers, Shane Jacobson was just a bloke growing up in suburban Melbourne with big dreams and an even bigger sense of humour. Shane takes us behind the scenes of the cult classic Kenny, revealing how a low-budget mocumentary about a portable toilet attendant became one of the most iconic Australian films ever made. Along the way, he shares stor...

Kristina Liotis is the creator behind the wildly popular Are You Even Greek platform, for a hilarious deep dive into Greek culture, family traditions and the habits that instantly identify someone as a true Greek Aussie. Expect passionate debates, childhood flashbacks, yiayia wisdom, food talk, and a few cultural stereotypes that hit a little too close to home. Whether you're Greek, married into a...

One of the country's most beloved R&B groups, CDB is here for a conversation packed with laughs, nostalgia and plenty of heart. CDB dive into their journeys through entertainment, the importance of family and culture, the stories behind their success, and the unique bond they've built with audiences across generations. Along the way, they share hilarious behind-the-scenes moments, reflect on t...

Former Australia men's national soccer team star Mark Bresciano joins the Sooshi Mango boys for a fun chat with wild football stories, growing up Italian-Australian, playing against the Azzuri in the 2006 FIFA World Cup, and why every ethnic family thinks they could’ve coached the Socceroos better. From Serie A glamour to suburban chaos — this one has everything. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - h...

Jacqui Felgate's prominence shot through the roof during the COVID years. Felgate become Victoria's "go-to" person for information. These days Felgate hosts drive on 3AW and remains a prominent figure on social media with her breaking news content. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Before viral skits and social media comedy, Rob Shehadie and Tahir Bilgiç were delivering chaos on Fat Pizza — one of Australia’s most iconic cult comedy shows. The boys join Sooshi Mango to relive the wild behind-the-scenes stories, the characters that became household names, and why ethnic comedy continues to hit home for so many Aussies. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshi...

This week we are joined by two very well known food reviewers from the social media world. Dub Eats Everything and Nectorious Papi.  From trying our Sangaweech, to the best valued $20 meals. As well the greatest snacks you'll find on the shelves at your local supermarket. This is wall-to-wall food goodness.  Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Kris and his brother Matty Fahd are in town. We couldn't let the opportunity pass us by to have him join us in the studio. Kris talks through what's going on over in Dubai and his love for the UAE. While Matty has gone all-in on his next venture. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Comedians Jack Say and Isaac Gibbons have gone from strength to strength growing their social media standing, and making waves. Smart Ass Toilet Paper. Join the Smear Campaign. Be a Smart Ass. The best toilet paper for sustainability. 100% made and recycled, they've got this new product hitting Coles this weekend. Toilet paper from the top shelf! Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/...

Former Italian football player Alino Diamanti is with us this week.  We discuss the lay of the land with the culture of football in Italy, and the next wave of players coming through. We try to find out how/why the current side isn't competing to the standard we expect. Away from coaching football, Alino is working within his new brand POi Bo. A fresh new sunglasses range.  Subscribe’a now! Tank’a...

The next series of Masterchef is set to kick off on Channel 10. Much loved judge is Poh Ling, she's our special guest this week. Poh has a wonderful story to share and tell, from growing up helping in her parents newsagent, to her love for painting and artwork. And then multiplied in her passion for cooking. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Massimo D’Ambrosio might be living the AFL dream, but back home, he’s still just Nonno’s grandson. In this hilarious crossover, we get the ultimate generational clash: elite footy meets old-school Italian wisdom. From life advice that always circles back to food, family, and “back in my day…”, Nonno steals the show. Expect big laughs, classic one-liners, Nonno’s special stories are the ones that m...

In an all-time classic, Gino D'Acampo drops by the Sooshi Mango podcast to discuss anything and everything. From us dressing up as the Mum's, to organising a Tour Bus and going around Australia trying the great Aussie cuisine.  D'Acampo is now calling Australia home, we find out why. Plus, his hope to open up D'Acampo restaurants across the country.  Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr...

JJ Pantano shot to stardom receiving the Golden Buzzer at the age of 7 on Australia's Got Talent for his comedic talent. Now, he's about to embark on a fortnight of laughs at the Melbourne International Comedy Festival. At the young age of 13. Pantano has followed in the footsteps of his famous Nonno, Tony Pantano, who used to entertain the masses with his wonderful voice. While JJ doesn't quite h...

Just like Mamma used to make. Sangaweech is the newest and biggest sandwich bar to open in Melbourne. After years of work in the background, we are beyond proud to welcome you all to Lygon St to try out our Sangaweech. All part of making Lygon St great again.  300 Lygon St, Carlton, 3053 11am to 10pm Sun - Thurs 11am to 11pm Fri - Sat Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango...

Australian rock band Mental As Anything formed in Sydney way back in 1976. To celebrate 50 years in the music industry, the band has come back together to release a documentary with never before seen footage, and go back on Tour playing all the hits we know and love.  Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Mark "The Hammer" Castagnini joins us this week. Hammer has seen it all through the 90's and early 00's as a bouncer on the door to some of Melbourne's most well renowned nightclubs. While he was busy being security, he also had a well established kickboxing career. These days he runs Hammer's Gym in Nunawading and is the head instructor there. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/so...

Elliot Loney has made a name for himself as the man behind the impersonations.  For over a decade, Loney has entertained us with his impeccable mimicking of many celebrities, starting with Bear Grylls, and Bruce McAvaney. Working all the way through to Jim Courier, Novak Djokovic, Nick Kyrgios and more recently Keli Holiday.  Loney talks through his journey to where he is today, giving us some of...

Joanne Ciconte has been driving go-karts since the age of 9. The young Australian has worked her way up the ranks. In 2023 she was selected as part of Ferrari's next generation academy. Last year, she drove in the Formula 1 Academy with MP Motorsport. There's plenty of opportunities awaiting the next Aussie to grace the motorsport grid. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimang...

American-born Australian singer-songwriter and musician Diesel has done all you can do in the music industry.  From being born in the States, his family moved out to Australia before going back again to the USA. A moment during his time in high-school changed the trajectory of his life to follow his passion of music and being part of bands. Starting with The Kind and Close Action, then joining Inn...

Vanessa Salerno was the doula employed by Carlos and his wife Fi ahead of the birth of their beautiful daughter. In this episode, Vanessa explains what the role of a doula is, how they assist the expecting parents, as well as the real life experience what having contractions feel like. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

Greek-Australian pastry chef Anna Polyviou has dropped into the Sooshi Podcast cave this week. Anna is currently in the process of setting up a new pastry shop in Sydney that highlights all the classic Greek pastries that you know and love, but with her own Anna Polyviou twist to them. Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you bastard!

It's been a big week for us. We are discussing what goes through people's minds and how they become a "career criminal". "Rob the Robber" has been caught by police, how can we help rehabilitate him? If we can. Plus, Melbourne's graffiti scene has caught our attention. How do these guys put their tags in the places they're in!? Subscribe’a now! Tank’a you... - https://linktr.ee/sooshimango Ptou you...