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In this Proper True Yarn episode, Knuckles sits down with one of Australia’s funniest comedians, Nick Capper, for a no-holds-barred run of chaotic road stories. From getting obliterated on weed gummies with Ari Shaffir in Adelaide and accidentally smuggling them to Canberra, to running through the streets with a four-person KFC dinner box before a gig, Nick proves that sometimes the most unprofessional moments turn into the best performances.

They cover the highs and lows of travelling with other comics, the strange habits of anxious performers, testing questionable material at open mics, and those glorious moments when your partner is sure you’re about to bomb… only for you to absolutely crush it. Packed with laughs, embarrassing tales, and raw comedian life on the road, this yarn is pure gold.

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n this episode of the Proper True Yarn Podcast, Knuckles welcomes comedian Nick Capper for a fast-paced yarn about stand-up, the wild unpredictability of small-town gigs, and the unexpected doors a viral joke can open.

Nick starts by shouting out some of his favourite comics — from close mate Dan Rath, whose material either annihilates a room or clears it entirely, to the razor-sharp Luke Heggie, plus international inspirations like Dave Chappelle, Maria Bamford, and Tig Notaro.

The conversation turns to Nick’s friendship with fellow comic Andrew Hamilton (“Hamo”). Nick shares how a Proper True Yarn podcast mention helped turn a doomed Shepparton tour stop into a packed, electric night. Originally expecting just five people, Hamo’s Facebook post — fuelled by listeners and locals — brought dairy farmers straight from the milking shed, boots on and all, to a heaving comedy crowd. The Shepp gig ended in a classic country night out, complete with stories about dodgy strip clubs, inventive electricians dimming the lights for the dancers, and the unique party energy of rural Australia.

Nick then talks about opening for US comedy star Matt Rife — a connection born from a viral bit about the urban myth of Marilyn Manson and Prince removing ribs to perform a certain act on themselves. Rife saw the joke back when he had only 30k followers, promised to work with Nick if he ever toured Australia, and followed through once his fame exploded into the millions.

Throughout, Knuckles and Nick riff relentlessly — from self-deprecating digs at their own careers, to absurd rib-cage surgery extensions, to playful shout-outs to Gympie and Nambour. The yarn is a blend of behind-the-scenes comedy hustle, the magic of unexpected gigs, and mateship-fuelled storytelling at its loosest and funniest.

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Comedian Nick Capper joins Knuckles for a brutally honest and hilariously raw yarn about surviving testicular cancer. From discovering a tiny lump during Melbourne’s lockdown, to enduring awkward scans with a little too much gel, to the surreal moment he was asked to “make a deposit” at a children’s hospital sperm clinic — Capper tells it all. But the laughs sit alongside an important message: check yourself, because cancer doesn’t discriminate. The pair swap stories about men’s health, undescended testicles (human and canine), and the stubborn pride that stops too many blokes from seeing a doctor. It’s part comedy, part cautionary tale, and all Proper True Yarn.

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In this cracking yarn, comedian Nick Capper shares the night Robin Williams rocked a Sydney comedy crowd while in town for Happy Feet 2. From sprinting across the city to catch the legend live, to nervously telling him about one of his most infamous flops (Jack), this tale has it all — awkward fan moments, quick-fire genius, and Robin’s perfect parting line: “I think he should have cooked the steak.” Plus, Capper dives into wild cruise ship gigs, country engagement party chaos, and a mystery “black ash” that turned one small-town night into an unforgettable bender.

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Comedian Nick Capper joins the Proper True Yarn Podcast for a chaotic tribute to one of Australian comedy’s wildest cult heroes – Aaron “Gox” Gocs. From parking miles away from the airport and walking the highway in thongs with two plastic bags, to driving a Subaru Outback with no windscreen, to derailing a Comedy Central shoot with nothing but fried chicken and chaos – the Gox tales are as unhinged as they are hilarious. Nick and Knuckles swap outrageous yarns about airport mishaps, dead possums in green rooms, and the everyday madness that follows Gox everywhere. A laugh-out-loud episode for comedy fans, yarn lovers, and anyone who appreciates Aussie characters at their finest.

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Comedian Nick Capper joins Knuckles for a chaotic trip down memory lane, swapping stories from Australia’s wildest bush events and B&S balls. From having his afro set on fire multiple times, to witnessing the bizarre “Afghanistan” esky-lid game, to the infamous Boys & Babes pig-hunting calendars, no yarn is too outrageous. Nick recalls burning couches, all-in brawls, and questionable recovery sessions, while Knuckles chimes in with equally shocking country tales. It’s unfiltered, unruly, and unmistakably Aussie.

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In this loose and laugh-filled Proper True Yarn episode, Knuckles fires quick questions at Dave from Our Cow, uncovering everything from his grooming habits to his dream of eating a cassowary. The lads swap wild party stories, trade blows in talk about old pub fights, and joke about unusual animals they’d love to taste – including pelicans. Dave opens up about meeting his wife in the mines, family dust-ups, and why he still backs himself in a fight against his old man. It’s a chaotic mix of banter, business respect, and the kind of yarns you only hear when the guard’s down.

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In this Proper True Yarn episode, Knuckles sits down with Dave from Our Cow for a raw and inspiring conversation about going from broke coal miners to running a multi-million-dollar meat business. Dave opens up about sticking to his roots, navigating food safety challenges, and the gritty realities of producing and delivering premium Aussie meat. From cashflow nightmares and near business collapse to lessons learned in the mines that now drive their success, this yarn is all about resilience, hard work, and chasing a better life beyond the pit.

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In this Proper True Yarn episode, Knuckles sits down with Dave from Our Cow for a raw and honest chat about the realities of producing quality meat in Australia. They break down the difference between grain-fed and grass-fed beef, the challenges of free-range farming, and why supermarket prices don’t reflect what farmers actually get paid. From droughts and floods to the fight for fair prices, Dave explains why supporting farmers matters and how Our Cow is building a better market for Aussie producers. A must-listen for anyone who cares about where their food comes from.

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In this inspiring Proper True Yarn episode, we sit down with Dave from Our Cow, Australia’s largest online meat company. From battling drought and debt on his first farm to building a nationwide network of farmers, Dave shares the highs and lows of turning a small Facebook beef venture into a multi-million-dollar operation. He reveals how COVID panic-buying sent orders skyrocketing 1,600% in a month, the hustle of knocking on farmers’ doors for cattle, and the game-changing move into meat subscriptions. This is a story of grit, resilience, and how a fight to survive became a lifeline for over 150 Aussie farmers.

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In this fiery and fun episode, world champion boxer Viviana returns with more chaos, heart, and wild yarns. From the moment her partner Ben called her “too fat” on date night to the billion-dollar dream of flying her whole family over, Viv shares the raw, honest, and hilarious side of life in and out of the ring. She talks tiger pets, Colombian stereotypes, fighting her cousin, meeting Lomachenko, and the tattoo that sealed her relationship with Ben. Packed with laughs, grit, and passion—Viv’s message is clear: age is just a number, hard work wins, and never underestimate a 51kg Colombian weapon.

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World flyweight champion Viviana Ruiz shares her rawest yarn yet—her insane journey from total underdog to global boxing elite. In this episode, Viviana reveals how she flew solo to Colombia with no team, fought in a nightclub cornered by a random stranger, and still knocked her opponent out.

From surviving pepper spray chaos ringside to rupturing her Achilles right before signing with a major promoter, this yarn is chaos, heart, and pure determination. She talks training in a moon boot, hiding injuries, fighting through hormonal battles, and the dream of one day becoming Colombia’s first undisputed boxing champion.

It’s brutal. It’s honest. It’s everything you don’t see behind the belt. An unmissable Proper True Yarn.

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World champ Viviana Ruiz returns for another high-octane yarn, diving deep into the brutal and unlikely road she took to become a professional boxer. From lying about her weight to get fights, to getting bashed by veterans, to pushing back against a boxing system that didn’t want her – this is a raw, honest look at what it takes to rise when the odds are stacked against you.

Viviana shares the harsh realities of being a petite, 30-something Colombian woman in an Australian boxing world that tried to ignore her. With over 60 amateur fights, constant travel, and rejection from selectors, she and her partner Ben fought everyone and everything to finally reach the pinnacle – winning the WBA Women’s Flyweight World Title in April 2025.

This yarn is about grit, sacrifice, and fighting for your place when no one wants to give it to you.

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Viviana Ruiz went from blackout nights and homesickness to becoming the WBA Women’s Flyweight World Champion—and this yarn is nothing short of jaw-dropping. Starting boxing at 32, after leaving Colombia and giving up a career in engineering, Viviana shares her wild journey from pouring wines as a waitress to pouring sweat in the ring.

In this Proper True Yarn, she opens up about falling in love with boxing, being trained by her now-partner Ben, and battling doubt, language barriers, overtraining, and burnout to chase a near-impossible dream. It’s passionate, raw, and packed with the kind of determination only a true champion carries.

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In this laugh-filled Proper True Yarn episode, boxing coach Ben Sava opens up about everything from billion-dollar dreams to the most famous fighters he’s met. He recalls the wildest fight of his life—including the time he accidentally knocked out two people with one punch—and reveals his dream pet (spoiler: it’s got a tail). With hilarious tangents on street brawls, pick-up line disasters, and fighter mindsets, this yarn is as unpredictable as it is entertaining.

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Ben Savva is back with another ripper yarn—this time diving into the raw beginnings of his boxing journey in Australia. From sleeping in a stairwell to coaching a Colombian world champion, Ben reflects on how he rebuilt his life with nothing but a mouthguard and grit. He shares a wild story of taking a fight with four minutes' notice, flooring a 100kg local lad, and how coaching—not just boxing—became his true calling. An episode packed with honesty, humility, and plenty of punches.

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In this raw and wild yarn, boxing coach Ben Savva shares how he hit absolute rock bottom—dumped, broke, and living in a hostel—only to rebuild his life from scratch in Australia. After a mad breakup and losing everything, Ben finds redemption the hard way: stepping into a boxing ring for a “job interview” and landing a coaching gig on the spot. From chaos to clarity, this yarn is all about grit, growth, and the punch that changed it all.

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Boxing coach Ben Savva steps into the Proper True Yarn hot seat and delivers a wild, raw yarn about his early days owning a gym in the UK—when Saturday nights meant beers, benders, and busted glass bottles. From stripper showdowns and ego-fuelled missteps to the haunting consequences of a mate’s psychotic break, Ben unpacks the chaotic turning point that led him to sell up and move to Australia. It’s a story of ego, madness, redemption, and the moment a crate of beers flying through a gym changed everything.

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Dean MRKCFIT is back with Knuckles for another wild ride full of laughs, lessons, and lunacy. From brawling with nightclub bouncers in Mykonos to turning his life around after 11 years inside, Dean’s yarns hit harder than his right hook. The boys dive into wild parties, insane fights, hilarious questions from the audience, and the power of mindset. Dean shares how he's using his second shot at life to inspire others through his fitness brand and mental coaching — and even dreams of owning a fully trained warthog. This one’s raw, funny, and full of fire.

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