The Sydneyist

07:00 am Thu 27 Mar 25

WHY IS SYDNEY CALLED PUSSYTOWN?

Program Page: The Sydneyist

Duration: 30min

Sydney’s crime history is endlessly fascinating, not least because it was dominated by women. Hence the nickname, Pussytown. Where were the brothels, speakeasies and hideouts, exactly – and how many were right here in Paddington? Tonight in conversation Elizabeth Farrelly, Sydney historian and tour guide Max Burns-McRuvie.

Playlist:

Bistro Fada by Stephane Wrembel (int)

Release: Django New Orleans

Walk On The Wild Side by Lou Reed (int)

Release: Transformer

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