What's That About?

Luke and Don take a look at the topics and trends that make them raise their eyebrows and wonder, what's that about?

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Oct 14, 2024 · 6 min
Hiatus
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Sep 30, 2024 · 42 min
#107 Bees
In this episode we take a look at bees. Tell you what, they’re not bad. In social etiquette, we find out if you can return a gift and exchange it for something better. Bold territory but Luke has done it and lived to tell the tale. Maybe.
Sep 1, 2024 · 48 min
#106 Elevators
This episode is the beginning of a beautiful love affair between Don and Elevators. They share an undeniable chemistry, no lifts and butts about it! In social etiquette, we tackle talking during the trailers of a movie and other equally compelling movie theatre dilemmas.
Jul 31, 2024 · 40 min
#105 The Olympics - Encore
What's that? A special encore of our smash hit Olympics episode from 2021. That's what! A grubby ratings grab that we're not above at all. Featuring 10 minutes of hot new content up front as we fumble our way to the old episode. It's a prolonged and unnecessarily long intro you don't want to miss.
Jun 30, 2024 · 47 min
#104 Insomnia
In this episode we toss and turn over insomnia.... Not in a dirty way, your mind is filthy, grow up. In social etiquette we figure out what to do when you avoid conflict at any cost when a kid is kicking your seat. And we talk more about Tongs than we anticipated.
May 31, 2024 · 48 min
#103 Time Travel
In this episode we explore time travel in incredible scientific detail. Just a couple of science boys chatting competently about quantum physics and general relativity. We also discuss nibbles.
Mar 31, 2024 · 44 min
#102 Harold Holt
This episode we go in search of the disappearing Australian prime minister, Harold Holt. He drowned. Or did he? Probably did. We also figure out exactly how many metres you need to chase your rubbish that’s blowing away in the wind before you can give up...we don't shy away from the big topics!
Feb 29, 2024 · 42 min
#101 Pyramids
In this episode we get to the bottom of pyramids. They're not bad actually, reasonably well built. Pointy. In social etiquette, we explore what to do when someone asks to borrow your stuff.
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Jan 31, 2024 · 59 min
The 100th Episode Special
Join us as we celebrate one of the most significant human achievements since Neil Armstrong set foot on the moon, What's That About's 100th episode. In what can only be described as the most naval gazing, self indulgent conversation in the history of human interaction, we take a trip down memory lane with an exclusive peek behind the podcasting curtain, as we deep dive into what we're about. Don't pinch yourself, Christmas hasn't come early this year, although you probably won't get a present this special..... We present to you, What's That About's 100th episode.
Jan 1, 2024 · 48 min
#99 New Year's Resolutions (for other people)
In this episode we sit down and reflect deeply on some New Year's Resolutions for other people, because we're fine...it's others that need to change. This is basically a list of small things that annoy us..... Also, in social etiquette, we tackle the delicate issue of who to catch up with when you're back in town for the holidays.
Nov 30, 2023 · 46 min
#98 Why do child stars go off the rails?
This episode we look at why child stars tend to go off the rails. It also includes a rare definition by the Luke's definition team. We also invent a tournament to find the best ever child star. It's a no holds barred child star smack down...guaranteed to be the sporting event of the year!
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Oct 31, 2023 · 49 min
#97 What makes a hit song?
In this episode we get to the bottom of what makes a hit song. And just for a bit of fun, we release a hit song ourselves. Didn't take very long either, Not a big deal guys. In social etiquette we figure out how to handle a moment of great vulnerability - what to do when a toilet doesn't have a lock on the door.
Sep 25, 2023 · 46 min
#96 Anonymous
This episode we take a cautious look at Anonymous. Good guys doing good work in a good way. Please don't hack us, we're lovely. We also figure out the exact amount you need to contribute to a colleagues farewell card.
Jul 9, 2023 · 43 min
#95 Chat GPT
This episode we delve into Chat GPT. We could get used to topics that research themselves. For social etiquette, we head into the toilet stalls for yet another highbrow piece of sophisticated content. It's an episode not to be missed, unless you're busy this week.
Jun 19, 2023 · 42 min
#94 Beards
This episode we talk about beards, as well as whatever it is Luke calls that mildly furry thing on the bottom half of his face. We also discuss if it's ok to wear your bike helmet in the shops.
May 5, 2023 · 40 min
#93 Longevity: How to live longer
This episode we look at longevity- also known as doing all the boring stuff required to live a long life that just serves to prolong the misery of your final years. We also discuss whether to tell your workplace when it's your birthday!
Dec 21, 2022 · 29 min
#92 The 2022 Christmas social etiquette extravaganza
The final episode of the year is always our Christmas special. Guarateed to take some of the merry out of your Christmas. So pour yourself an extra large glass of eggnog (or the nog of your choice)....you're going to need it!
Dec 7, 2022 · 45 min
#91 The Loch Ness Monster
In this episode we do a giant bomb right into the depths of Loch Ness (naturally with an impressive splash). We also tackle the age old ethical dilemma: Do you have to mow your neighour's nature strip? (not a euphemism).
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Nov 16, 2022 · 44 min
#90 Space
Join Luke and Don as they get lost in space. We share some amazing space facts that even a couple of dummies like us can understand. We're also joined by a special guest for a very special social etiquette segment.
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Aug 29, 2022 · 45 min
#89 What makes someone attractive?
This is a topic Luke and Don have long pondered during an existential crisis whilst staring deep into the mirror. Using their very asymmetrical faces, they get to the bottom of this mysterious topic. They also look back at some of their very unsuccessful attempts to "woo" the ladies.

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