Australia was not pleased with how it was represented in The Simpsons in the ‘90s, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to countries and other groups taking issue with the iconic long-running animation. That Sucks! takes a closer look at 1995’s Bart Vs Australia episode, why another country almost sued the show and the cause of a US city demanding an apology. Co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan also chronicle the issues with Apu, the tragic death of one of the show’s voice...

With Halloween just around the corner, That Sucks! co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan looks at some bizarre, spooky and tragic instances surrounding iconic horror films. Nababan also shows Cribb a video that nearly makes him throw up. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

You know that saying, ‘Don't believe everything you read on the internet'? It’s more relevant than ever in 2021 and That Sucks! co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan have the proof (you can believe them… maybe). From someone getting a fake restaurant to the top of TripAdvisor to a story about a man fornicating with a hornet's nest and more, this episode of the podcast explores recent times when people duped the media. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’re thinking of using a wild alligator or homemade explosive device for your gender reveal party… just don’t. Outside of being an unhelpful reinforcement of binary gender stereotypes and usually pretty tacky, gender reveal parties in recent history have resulted in houses burning down, plane crashes and even death. That Sucks! looks at the origin of their popularity and some examples of gender reveals gone seriously wrong. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Are 15 minutes of fame worth broken bones or a criminal record? That Sucks! co-hosts Dan Cribb & Troy Nababan take a look at some of the more questionable TikTok trends and challenges from recent times and discover how many milk crates it takes to furnish a house. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Someone leaked the Spider-Man: No Way Home trailer last month and it set the internet on fire. That’s just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to information being leaked or stolen in the realm of pop culture, and on this episode of That Sucks!, co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan look at some other major incidents. They cover off Mark Ruffalo spoiling not one but two Marvel films, the infamous #BurgerGate that had Star Wars fans pulling their hair out, a Harry Potter incident that ended in...

From people walking out of interviews, hosts being injured and more, late-night talk show fails are about as good as awkward TV moments come. That Sucks! unpacks a few notable moments over the decades, both overseas and in Australia. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The world of Harry Potter is riddled with plot holes, poor writing and more. Joined by a special guest, That Sucks! co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan take a look at where the films fail, some of the recent controversies surrounding creator JK Rowling and why Harry Potter might not work in 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

That’s right suckers, That Sucks! is celebrating 50 episodes. Co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan take a look back at some of the best (and worst) episodes so far, give story updates and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Currently in production, Jackass 4 has frequently made headlines this year. With cast members already embroiled in controversy and spending time in hospital, That Sucks! takes a look at the history of the franchise, some gnarly injuries over the years, incidents of copycats and more. Also, co-host Dan Cribb tells Troy Nababan his own run-ins with the cast, detailing a rejected Jackass 4 stunt pitch Bam once told him and the cast member who once lashed out at him via social media. See...

An all-purpose electric hammer? A revolutionary makeup gun? Sure, Homer Simpson had some questionable inventions, but that’s nothing compared to those explored on the latest episode of That Sucks!. Co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan look at some of the more controversial, stupid and annoying creations around (and in development). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you’ve ever lost (or stolen) something, the latest episode of That Sucks! is for you. Co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan discuss a tiger going missing in the US suburbs, the ‘glitter bomb’ created by an ex-NASA engineer to stick it to thieves, the not-so-funny business of joke stealing and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

From lawsuits and death threats to furious animal rights activists and more, band names are serious business. That Sucks! looks at some of the worst band name fails in recent history, covering legal battles, terrible name-change decisions and even that time an Aussie act was written into a comic book following a dispute. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

That Sucks! takes a closer look at the world’s most-hated band, Nickelback. Nickelback “apologist” Troy Nababan does his best to convince co-host Dan Cribb that they’re not as bad as everyone makes out and in the process they chronicle the band’s rise to hatred, look at specific incidents (one involving a pickle) and more. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“We just figured there was nothing he could do because he’d sort of done the wrong thing first.” The Simpsons went to town on Morrissey during a recent episode, depicting the former Smiths frontman in an unflattering manner that lit a fire under his team and fanbase. Following the backlash, That Sucks! takes a look at some other funny parodies across the years on various shows and the resulting controversies. Co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan are also joined by a special guest who once...

On this episode of That Sucks!, co-host Dan Cribb recounts the time he ventured into a haunted forest in Japan, revealing the uneasy discovery he made while in its depths. Located at the base of Mount Fuji, Aokigahara (aka the Sea of Trees) has long been associated with the supernatural, and after being featured in films starring Matthew McConaughey, Natalie Dormer and more, it made headlines across the globe following an extremely controversial YouTube video, also discussed on this...

“Six months later, I get a knock on the door from detectives investigating the whole situation.” A former YouTube creator joins That Sucks! to discuss the video that stopped him producing content for the platform. Hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan watch some funny videos, get a lesson on working out and discover just how easy it is to trick Today Tonight. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

“He just runs off the stage and it looks like someone doing a cannonball into a pool.” From fans throwing bread to musicians slicing their hands open, starting fights and more, live music can be dangerous. Last fortnight, That Sucks! explored some painful, hilarious and devastating TV and film set accidents, and on this new episode, co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan turns their sights to the stage. CONTENT WARNING: The following podcast may distress some listeners. If you need assistance,...

Break a leg! Have you ever been watching a film or TV show and thought to yourself, ‘That must have hurt.’? Well, there’s a chance what you saw wasn’t actually acting and the pain was real. That Sucks! looks at some painful, hilarious and devastating on-set accidents and mistakes. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

That Sucks! checks in with US bassist Ashley Reeve, who was on tour with Cher when COVID-19 hit, and her husband, Aussie drummer Chris Reeve (Avril Lavigne, Filter, Tom Morello), while they’re visiting Perth. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

If you thought kids’ TV in the ‘90s was weird, just wait until you hear about Blippi and John Dillermand. On the latest episode of That Sucks!, co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan take a look at what was considered ‘naughty’ in the ‘90s and what’s on offer for kids in 2021. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Have you ever looked at a meme and wondered who the person featured is and what impact becoming a viral sensation/joke has had on their life? On the latest episode of The Sucks!, co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan have a look at people who have had their lives turned upside down after going viral. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Can you imagine John Travolta as Forrest Gump? How about Supernatural’s Jensen Ackles as the MCU’s Hawkeye? Plenty of actors have turned down film and TV roles that ended up being huge, both in terms of critical acclaim and financial gain, and on the latest episode of That Sucks!, co-hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan take a look at some of the best/worst decisions made by some of your favourite on-screen talents. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Won’t somebody please think of the children! As Christmas approaches, That Sucks! takes a closer look at some of the toys to avoid during the festive seasons. The toy aisle at your local department store can be a dangerous place, from bad designs, user error, angry parents and more, all of which hosts Dan Cribb and Troy Nababan unpack in the final episode of the podcast for 2020. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.