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Neil (The Muscle) Cummins. A notorious Sydney hard man who spent 15 years on the doors of the cities most prestigious nightclubs, managing the streets for the Kings of the Cross and watching the backs of some of Sydney’s most famous and infamous underworld identities. Secrets of the Underworld is not for the faint at heart, an insightful and real look into the Sydney Underworld and the real Kings Cross between 1998 - 2013.
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1In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Ashton's story. Former Sydney hard-man, Neil 'The Muscle' Cummins takes you on a journey of insight into his time as a notorious Sydney heavy, Episode 2 introduces Ashton, A former First Lady of the Kings Cross night life! 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From building pirate radio transmitters as a kid to shaping the sound of Wild FM, dominating Sydney’s nightclub scene, and conquering the UK with gold-selling albums and packed venues in Liverpool, Alex speaks openly about the moments that defined him. He reflects on loyalty, industry politics, fame, family, the pressures of success and the reality of surviving lockdowns as an artist when the music stopped. This episode goes beyond the decks — touching on fatherhood, legacy, freedom, creativity and what it takes to stay grounded after decades at the topSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Back in Season 4 of Sotu, Paul Stansby joined Neil to speak about growing up in a life of crime, dealing with mental health struggles, and the loss of his brother. He shares his story and what he is doing to stop others from walking in his footstepsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Back in 2023, before everyone really knew about Bonnie Blue, she joined SOTU to talk about spring break and schoolies. New Episodes of Secrets of the Underworld return - Monday Jan 12th See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Johnny's story. Once a rising star in Australian boxing, Walker’s career was marked by talent and raw toughness, but also by the lure of power and brotherhood that led him deep into the criminal underworld. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Deborah's story. Former NSW Police Detective Superintendent Deborah Wallace takes us inside the world of organised crime, outlaw motorcycle gangs, and Middle Eastern crime families. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Serb's story. Hayley Summers joins Neil for a raw dive into the sex industry — from strip clubs to private work, heartbreak to healing. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Trisha's story. Trisha is know as the Pleasure & Toy Queen, her day job is testing, reviewing and enjoying adult toys. In this episode she brings in a stack of her favourite toys for Neil to inspect while sharing her story of sexual discovery and kinks. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Jackie's story. Jackie James Barnes is an Australian drummer and singer. He has been performing since the age of four and is the son of rock legend Jimmy Barnes. Jackie has performed with bands like Rose Tattoo, The Dead Daisies and even the Wiggles 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Steve's story. Steve Lowe returns for a raw and deeply moving chat about his wild years in Sydney’s Kings Cross nightclub scene and the final chapter of his life. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil sits down with one of the most influential figures in Australia’s outlaw motorcycle scene, Big Tony, National Presidente of the Bandidos MC. For the first time publicly, Tony breaks down what brotherhood really means inside a motorcycle club, the old-school code that governs their world, and the internal battles that nearly tore the club apart before he stepped forward to lead. He reveals why he wrote his groundbreaking book Bandidos MC: Past, Present & Future, how the club preserves its history and why the media has never come close to telling the full story.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Scotty's story. Scotty from Dragonfly shares his stories of working Dragonfly nightclub and how he ended up behind bars 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From beloved TV icon to survivor of a childhood lived on the edge, Carla Bonner’s real story is far more gripping than anything scripted on Neighbours. In this episode, Carla opens up like never before — sharing the hidden chapters of her life: growing up without a father, navigating trauma and the chaos of a world she had to raise herself in. And behind the fame, she exposes the brutal reality of the industry she devoted nearly two decades to — the politics, the betrayal, the burnout and the painful crash after leaving one of Australia’s biggest shows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Charlie Brown & Nick Nova's story. This episode features Charlie Brown and Nick Nova, join us on this journey that will leave you wanting more from this storyteller who spent his life minding the streets and the people who ran them! 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Neil sits down with Keith Banks — one of Australia’s most seasoned and storied undercover operatives. From a violent childhood in the Queensland outback to joining the police force at just 19, Keith’s path led him deep into the criminal underworld at a time when corruption, heroin, and chaos surged through the streets. For two years, Keith lived as someone else — carrying multiple identities, infiltrating drug syndicates, working alone without surveillance or backup, and constantly walking the razor’s edge between survival and exposure. His stories reveal the raw reality of undercover life: the adrenaline, the fear, the moral lines blurred, the friendships forged with criminals, and the moments where one wrong reaction could have cost him his life.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
TRIGGER WARNING: DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AND ABUSE In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Katy's story. Katy Burns shares her stroy of surviing abuse by her neighbour when she was just 8 years old. She was tormented by him in her adult years and fears for what will happen upon his release. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From long nights in the kitchen to wild days in Sydney’s underground scene, chef Nic Bourke has lived a life few could imagine. In this raw conversation, Nic opens up about her rise through Australia’s restaurant industry — from gruelling 100-hour apprenticeship weeks to cooking for rockstars, ambassadors and presidents. She shares unfiltered stories of survival in a male-dominated world, encounters with fame, and the chaotic mix of hard work, excess and resilience that defined the culinary underworld of the 80s and 90s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Fahood's story. In this “Best of” episode, Ollie takes us deep inside life behind bars — from his first night fights to witnessing riots and survival in lockdown. It’s raw, unfiltered, and brutally honest as he shares what really happens inside and how close he came to never getting out. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, Neil sits down with former soldier, world champion fighter, and legendary Sydney doorman Nathan Tai Hurihanganui. From his early days in the New Zealand Army to the brutal realities of nightclub security, Nathan shares raw stories of violence, loyalty, and survival on the frontlines of Sydney’s nightlife. With honesty and heart, he reveals what it takes to navigate chaos, command respect, and find discipline and purpose through martial arts. A gripping look inside the world of those who keep the peace in places where it’s anything but peaceful.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of Secrets of the Underworld, we revisit Ollie's story. In this “Best of” episode, Ollie takes us deep inside life behind bars — from his first night fights to witnessing riots and survival in lockdown. It’s raw, unfiltered, and brutally honest as he shares what really happens inside and how close he came to never getting out. 🎧 Want the full story? Listen to the complete episode now on Secrets of the Underworld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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only 25mins in, but this guy def has a Hx of childhood trauma.
he sounds like he's knocking one out