ABOUT THIS PODCAST 🔗
Jinxed! is a podcast exploring the strange, funny, and deeply personal superstitions and beliefs people grow up with. Hosted by comedian Ting Lim, each episode features some of Australia’s funniest voices sharing stories that range from warding off the evil eye to grave digging rituals — all unpacked with humour, curiosity, and expert insight. Together, they ask: what happens to these beliefs in modern society, and why do they still stay with us?
Average audio length:
33 minutes
Video podcast
English
United States
9 episodes
since Aug. 6, 2026
serial
IN THIS PODCAST 🔗
OLDEST EPISODE 🔗
Comedian Ting Lim delves into the quirky world of superstitions and beliefs that shape our lives in new podcast series Jinxed! Join Ting as she unpacks the strange rituals and habits passed down through generations, from avoiding frangipani trees to the peculiarities of family love languages. With …
PREVIOUS EPISODES 🔗
Why are some people told to avoid poinciana trees at night?In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by comedian Leon Filewood to explore the urban legend of the Poinciana Woman.Together, they unpack where the story may have come from, compare ghost stories from around the world, and ask why the To…
In southern Vietnam, you never call the eldest child the eldest – you call them the second eldest.In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by comedian and "(second) eldest" daughter Diana Nguyen to unpack one of Vietnamese culture's more curious traditions.Together, they explore the responsibiliti…
Does the evil eye really exist? (Spit, spit!)In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by comedian George Kapiniaris to unpack his belief in the evil eye.Together, they explore how the superstition is meant to work, the joy of inventing family superstitions with your kids, and whether social media …
Ever been told to hold your breath when driving past a cemetery? Comedian Alex Hudson takes it one step further: lift your legs, too.In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by comedian Alex Hudson to unpack the superstition that spirits will grab your legs if you don't lift them while driving pas…
How does community become a code word for witchcraft?In this episode of Jinxed, Ting speaks with Venezuelan-born comedian Ivan Aristeguita about growing up around Santería and the misconceptions that continue to surround it.Together, they unpack the myths and stigma attached to the religion, explor…
What is it about mirrors that makes them so creepy?In this episode of Jinxed, Ting chats with comedian Sashi Perera about her lifelong fear of mirrors.Together, they explore the legend of Bloody Mary, the connection between mirrors and women's knowledge, and what really happens when you stare into …
Why is the left hand considered evil?In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by Ethiopian-Australian comedian Tilahun Hailu to explore where the stigma around being left-handed comes from.Together, they reflect on his childhood in South Sudan, where left-hand dominance was often viewed with suspi…
Wait, Chinese astrology is more than just the 12 zodiac animals?In this episode of Jinxed, Ting is joined by Chinese-born comedian He Huang to talk about her renewed interest in Ba Zi, also known as Chinese astrology.Together, they explore their shared fascination with the practice, how they reconc…
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