Best Spread The Dread Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Janty Blair: I've always had eyes for Denzel 1:09:54

7h ago1:09:54

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JANTY BLAIR: IT HAS ALWAYS BEEN YOU, DENZEL Janty Blair is 59 years old, has been engaged twice, proposed to 4 times and has never married. She's on the apps and living her best life with a current suitor sho's in Canada! A fascinating woman with a rich and wonderful life. DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM: HERE SUBSCRIBE TO DEAR NELLY PLUS VIA PATREON HERE SEN…

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Serena Walker: Counselling Psychologist 1:12:36

13d ago1:12:36

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SERENA WALKER: You don't have to be friends with your ex! Serena Walker is a Counselling Psychologist and new friend of Nelly's. Serena and Nelly met at the funeral of their mutual friend Cal Wilson and they gravitated toward each other. Serena has experience working with clients who have a history of trauma and abuse and or are having issues with …

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Bullied to Advocate: Lisa Arnett's Journey Through Foster Care and the Quest for Reform 1:08:14

8d ago1:08:14

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Lisa Arnett's story is a testament to human endurance and the transformative power of advocacy—a narrative we had the privilege of exploring in our latest episode. Her journey through the foster care system, her fight against homelessness, and her triumph over abuse is an inspiring call to action for foster care reform. As we unpack the complexitie…

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A heavy-hearted Scotty Brennan is back for Thirsty Thirds 1:13:13

20d ago1:13:13

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Scotty Brennan is coming in Heavy Hearted for Thirsty Thirds Scott Brennan is one of our most beloved co-hosts and he joins us whilst sitting in the sh*t. As always, he still brings his tender, loving and funny self to the conversation. We go from Oscar Wilde to a married mum drowning under the mental load to the avowedly single Whoopi Goldberg. Th…

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Michelle Shepphard: I respect you to much to have sex with you! (WTAF) 55:57

27d ago55:57

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Michelle Sheppard: I respect you to much to have sex with you! (WTAF) Michelle Sheppard is a leader in the realm of gender equity. Her own path as a transgender woman has given her a unique perspective, providing her with insightful insights into the complex issues of gender bridging. In recognition of her extraordinary contributions, Michelle was …

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Danny Blay is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:04:45

1M ago1:04:45

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Danny Blay is back for Sloppy Seconds: how will your house SOUND when it is empty? Danny Blay is a wonderful man who works in behaviour change with men who use violence against women and children. Nelly and Danny have worked together for many years in the violence prevention space and are now mates. Danny is a very dedicated father and his kids hav…

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A Symphony of Strength Lenny J's Battle with Bullying 58:53

26d ago58:53

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When the melodies we cherish become the very thing for which we're ridiculed, the journey of a musician can be a battlefield of the soul. Shawn Mendes' story of triumph over those who once mocked him serves as the backdrop to our heart-to-heart with the remarkable Lenny J, who sheds light on his own musical voyage, the strength found in unity withi…

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Chris Ryan is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:29:58

1M ago1:29:58

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Chris Ryan is back for Sloppy Seconds and thinks we're kidding ourselves about ENM! Comedian Chris Ryan joined us a while ago to share her terrible heartbreak after a long-distance relationship ended. She's back with a lovely update on that front and, some firm opinions on our listener questions. A caller asks if she MUST use the apps to date (spoi…

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NELLY HAS THE RONA: Live from Sydney - Part 2 1:39:20

1M ago1:39:20

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NELLY HAS THE RONA! Dearest Nelly finally got the Covid... she's been hit hard and is resting up. BUT, don't fear, we have some stuff we've been saving for a rainy day! This episode features some never-before-heard material from the Live Show in Sydney with Yumi Stynes, Benjamin Law and Chris Ryan. It also has some clips Sammy has kept aside from p…

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Laughter is Medicine 6:59

2M ago6:59

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This podcast highlights the therapeutic power of laughter, emphasizing how moments of absurdity and mishaps can bring joy and relief amidst life's stresses. Personal experiences of relatable blunders are shared as a reminder to not take life too seriously and to find humor in everyday mishaps. The message encourages listeners to appreciate these co…

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NELLY HAS THE RONA: Live from Sydney - Part 1 1:20:21

1M ago1:20:21

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NELLY HAS THE RONA! Dearest Nelly finally got the Covid... she's been hit hard and is resting up. BUT, don't fear, we have some stuff we've been saving for a rainy day! This episode features some never-before-heard material from the Live Show in Sydney with Yumi Stynes, Benjamin Law and Chris Ryan. It also has some clips Sammy has kept aside from p…

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Kirsty Webeck is back for Thirsty Thirds 1:10:08

2M ago1:10:08

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Kirsty Webeck Thirsty Thirds: love and other catastrophes! Dear Nelly favourite - and one of Nelly's bestie - Kirsty Webeck is back for our first ever Thirsty Thirds episodes. Nelly and Kirsty talk about formative film experiences, Kristy's early dating and Kirsty's new tour. Kirsty and Nelly take two great calls; one about dating with kids and the…

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Don't let your Happy Hobby become your Dreaded Duty 6:15

2M ago6:15

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The podcast emphasizes the importance of maintaining a healthy balance between one's passion and daily life, cautioning against turning a happy hobby into a dreaded duty. Drawing on personal experiences and examples, it explores how overindulgence in activities can diminish their joy and advises on the necessity of having a separation between work …

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Hilary Harper: single, over 50 and back on the bloody apps! 1:25:46

2M ago1:25:46

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HILARY HARPER: SINGLE, OVER 50 AND BACK ON THE BLOODY APPS! Hilary Harper is the host of Life Matters on Radio National. A very accomplished and well-known woman in Australia's media, she's also a mum and human with a personal life. That personal life includes becoming single about 18 months ago when her long-term relationship ended. We chat about …

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Dear Nelly Live: Lizzi Hoo, Sami Shah and Kirsty Webeck at the Malthouse Outdoors! 1:29:48

3M ago1:29:48

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DEAR NELLY LIVE: a recording of our live show at the Malthouse Outdoors (Feb 2024) Starring Lizzi Hoo, Kirsty Webeck and Sami Shah! An hilarious and heartfelt episode with a stellar panel. Features some very funny stories, some heartbreak and some fabulous listener letters. Go to the BRAND NEW DEARNELLYPODCAST.COM website for all show info, resourc…

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Your people may not always be your people, but they are still your people. 7:12

3M ago7:12

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This episode describes the dynamics of relationships and support systems. It emphasizes that while the people we consider our own may not always meet our expectations or provide the support we anticipate, they remain an integral part of our lives. This episode emphasizes the importance of understanding that people have their own lives, and their pe…

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Clare Wright: Sit in the Shit and Keep it Classy 1:06:25

3M ago1:06:25

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Professor Clare Wright: Sit in the Shit and Keep it Classy Professor Clare Wright OAM is an award-winning historian, author, broadcaster and public commentator who has worked in politics, academia and the media. Clare is currently Professor of History and Professor of Public Engagement at La Trobe University. Twelve months ago her marriage of 36 ye…

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Introduction - Your Thoughts are Yours to Own 9:22

3M ago9:22

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Hello, fantastic listeners, I'm thrilled to welcome you to this journey. I'm Dr. Sarah Merritt, your host, and in this podcast, I'll be unfolding my personal narrative and the inspiration that led to the creation of this series. Diving into the theme of taking charge of our thoughts, I'll elaborate on how this idea has played a pivotal role in shap…

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Danny Blay: Is anyone in the house scared of you? 57:00

3M ago57:00

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DANNY BLAY: is anyone in the house scared of you? Danny Blay is a old mate and colleague of Nelly's. They worked together for many years collaborating on sexual health and respectful relationships shows for young people. Danny and Nelly have a long chat about respect, family violence and working with men who use violence against women and children.…

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Bullied to Champion: The Knockout Impact of Mentorship and Resilience 1:12:47

3M ago1:12:47

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When Taylor Swift turned the scars of bullying into the stardust of stardom, it wasn't just a fairytale—it was a roadmap for triumph. This season, we're kicking off with a bang, celebrating our ascent into the podcasting elite and our recent accolade for Best Co-hosts, all while preparing to unravel the success stories that emerged from adversity's…

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Celia Pacquola: I fell in love with a guy I'd never met! 1:05:07

3M ago1:05:07

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Celia Pacquola: I fell in love with a guy I'd never met! We are joined today by comedian, actor and super-star Celia Pacquola. Celia met her now partner on the internet and THEY DECLARED THEIR LOVE FOR EACH OTHER BEFORE THEY EVER MET IN REAL LIFE! Celia and I talk about recovering from being cheated on and gaslit, what it's like to have rumours spr…

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Jacinta Parsons: My last date was in 1996! 1:08:48

3M ago1:08:48

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Jacinta Parsons: Single Life, Solitude, Bob Hawke and Do I bloody date again? Today we are joined by ABC personality and author Jacinta Parsons. Jacinta has been single for 18 months after the end of a 25 year relationship. She's now embracing the single life and really leaning into solitude after a period of loneliness and adjustment. We discuss h…

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Webeck's Sloppy Seconds: Kirsty grills Nelly on the HARD LAUNCH! 1:08:37

4M ago1:08:37

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KIRSTY WEBECK: GRILLS NELLY ON THE HARD LAUNCH! One of Nelly's favourite mates, comedian Kirsty Webeck, is back for SLOPPY SECONDS. Kirsty and Nelly talk about breaking old patterns (of choosing the wrong people), Nelly's new romance (woot: gossip!) and they take a great listener call on how to handle a "Friends With Benefits" relationships when so…

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Quah Ee Ling: if the situation is sick, you will be too 1:12:03

4M ago1:12:03

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Quah Ee Ling: you can't heal in a sick situation Today we are joined by academic Quah Ee Ling who has research specialities in divorce, intersectionality and cultural studies. I met Ee Ling at an event in Sydney last year and fell in (friend) love with her immediately. I just adore this intelligent, kind and sensitive soul. Ee Ling and I talk about…

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Tom Ballard Sloppy Seconds: I'm comin' in hot and fully POTENCHED! 1:12:24

4M ago1:12:24

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Tom Ballard: I'm coming in hot and fully potenched! Comedian Tom Ballard is back for Sloppy Seconds and he asks Nelly a HUGE question: what is the lesson you have had to learn repeatedly throughout life and, have you learned it yet? Tom and Nelly talk about Tom's partner and ... Nelly's new sweetheart! Yes, she went back on the apps and it ACTUALLY…

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Nato Green: I cock-blocked myself! 1:07:37

4M ago1:07:37

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Nato Green: I cock-blocked myself! Nato Green is a US comic and union organiser and Nelly is a huge fan of his. Nelly and Nato discuss his 20+ year marriage, how he thought he was unlovable and was super nervous about expressing vulnerability, how he wanted to date but just couldn't work out how until he was in his 20's and, how he had lots of plat…

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Producer Sammy's Best of 2023! 1:09:19

5M ago1:09:19

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Nelly is having a week off but don't worry, Producer Sammy has pulled together a brilliant ep of the highlights from our first year! Listen, enjoy, share! BOOK TICKETS TO OUR NEXT LIVE SHOW ON FEB 8TH 2024 HERE SUSBRCIBE TO DEAR NELLY VIA PATREON Sign up HERE for bonus content and to support the podcast! DEAR NELLY PLUS Subscribe to NELLY+ HERE to …

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Van Badham: worth the wait! 1:02:50

5M ago1:02:50

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Van Badham: a fool in love! Van Badham is an author, playwright, Guardian columnist, broadcaster and general all 'round ratbag. Van and I talk about how she'd given up on love and then fell in love at Trades Hall, across a crowded room at the age of 39. We take a brilliant listener call on what single life can look like in your 60s and get into Van…

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Spankie Jackzon: we don't have time for that sh*t Babes! 1:05:03

5M ago1:05:03

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Spankie Jackzon: Winner of Drag Race Down Under! This week I am joined by my favourite Drag Queen Spankie Bloody Jackzon. Spankie is LTS (long-term-single) and not prepared to settle for less. We talk about Fairytales and how much of a barrier they are to real love, how Spankie was going for "the wrong type" of men and how BME (Big Mum Energy) can …

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Amanda Hampson: I don't accept your gift 1:08:30

5M ago1:08:30

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AMANDA HAMPSON: from teen mum to acclaimed author Today we talk to author Amanda Hampson. Amanda in now a 69 year old author, but was once a scared teen mum, kicked out of home and giving her child up for adoption. She's gone on to have more children and a couple of marriages but is avowedly - and happily - single. We talk all that stuff as well as…

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BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE WITH BEV KILLICK: GO WHERE THE LOVE IS! 1:12:31

5M ago1:12:31

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BONUS CHRISTMAS EPISODE WITH BEV KILLICK! Bev shares her top celebration./event tips: refuse to take on perfection be naughty and nice enjoy your guilty pleasures take the pressure down presentation is key - not the amount of money spent go where the love is Bev and I also take some wonderful listener calls on navigating a tricky Christmas with ste…

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Alice Fraser: Learn How to fight! 1:13:34

6M ago1:13:34

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Alice Fraser: Learn How to Fight! We are joined today by comedian Alice Fraser. Alice is beyond description - a wonderfully intelligent, thoughtful and insightful woman who is such a deep soul that I'm not sure I kept up! Alice and I talk about hacking the brain you have (and accepting it), how to embrace and handle conflict, about abuse and madnes…

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Renee Thompson: Who's ya Daddy? 59:53

6M ago59:53

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Renee The Celebrant: Who's ya Daddy? This week we are joined by Renee Thompson - wedding celebrant, DJ, MC and massive horn-bag. Renee talks to us about being in a non-monogamous relationship and how to keep that rolling along in a healthy way. She talks kink and how it's connected to her conservative upbringing and, the "red and green" flags she s…

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Kaz Cooke: on being extremely single 1:09:04

6M ago1:09:04

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Kaz Cooke: I am more interested in being happy than with someone! Award winning author and journalist Kaz Cooke joins us to talk about being single after a series of duds in her younger years and coping with the end of a long-term relationship. We do a deep-dive into menopause and how it can affect sex, dating and relationships. We talk about devel…

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Matt Kelly: I just wanted love! 1:12:55

6M ago1:12:55

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Matt Kelly: I just wanted love! We're joined today by children's entertainer Matt Kelly. Matt shares his late-start to dating, how he was love-sick and swept up in the feels and how eventually he found his lovely beau. We talk about hope, change and knowing when you're done. We take a very important call about protecting yourself financially when y…

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Chris Ryan: can long distance really work? 1:04:50

7M ago1:04:50

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CHRIS RYAN: CAN LONG DISTANCE WORK? Comedian Chris Ryan joins us to talk long distance relationships, how to heal a broken heart, why rushing in a sign you need to love yourself more and why you should never be grateful for "just enough". CHRIS RYAN'S WEBSITE HERE HOW TO HEAL A BROKEN HEART TED TALK HERE SUSBRCIBE TO DEAR NELLY VIA PATREON Sign up …

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HAPPY 40TH EPISODE with Young Buck, Producer Sammy! 1:06:35

7M ago1:06:35

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HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY TO US: with PRODUCER SAMMY! OMG, we have hit the 40 episode mark. And to celebrate I am joined today by Producer Sammy! We talk his hopes for the future (he's a single, straight, cis man in the wild), confessions, controlling partners, holidays with dates and we rip into an absolute doosh who drops a woman for a surgery scar. Sa…

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Sloppy Seconds with Helen Thorn: I didn't know it could feel like this! 1:07:04

7M ago1:07:04

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Sloppy Seconds with Helen Thorn: I didn't know it could feel like this! We're back with comedian and author Helen Thorn. Helen was blindsided with infidelity a few years ago and her 20+ year marriage came to an end. She spiralled and has spent recent years slowly rebuilding. In wonderful news she has FOUND A NEW LOVE. First and foremost for herself…

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Goodbye old friend 4:15

7M ago4:15

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A short message about darling Cal Wilson and a little glimmer for the molls. Nelly x If you love the podcast, please rate, review and spread the word. This stuff works best by word-of-mouth so please share, share and share some more. We can't do this without you!Nelly, Producer Fahey and Producer Sammy xxx https://plus.acast.com/s/dear-nelly. Hoste…

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A short break. 1:19

7M ago1:19

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Hey molls, Producer Fahey here. We are devastated by the news of the passing of darling Cal Wilson. Nelly's ride or die. A podcast favourite and the woman who single handedly kept the Glue Gun industry afloat. Nelly always referred to Cal as her Strawberry Friend. Someone you put a star next to in your contacts list, the person you could 100% rely …

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Cath Davis asks Nelly: do you still believe in love? 1:08:58

8M ago1:08:58

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CATH DAVIS IS BACK FOR SLOPPY SECONDS AND SHE ASKS NELLY: DO YOU STILL BELIEVE IN LOVE? Nelly and Cath talk Miriam Margolyes, whether or not Nelly has given up on love, calling out a best friend who treats you like shit and, how to date when you're widowed. SYDNEY SHOW October 7th at the Comedy Store with YUMI STYNES, BENJAMIN LAW AND CHRIS RYAN Ti…

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Couples Therapist Dr. Debra Campbell is back for Sloppy Seconds 1:12:44

8M ago1:12:44

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SYDNEY SHOW! October 7th at the Comedy Store with YUMI STYNES, BENJAMIN LAW AND CHRIS RYAN Tickets and info HERE PATREON SUBSCRIBERS Sign up HERE for bonus content and to support the podcast! DEAR NELLY PLUS Subscribe to NELLY+ HERE to support the podcast and to get a Bonus Episode a Month. SEND NELLY A MESSAGE: Send Nelly a Voicemail HERE if you h…

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BONUS EPISODE: LIVE at the Brunswick Ballroom 1:12:18

8M ago1:12:18

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BONUS EPISODE: LIVE RECORDING AT THE BRUNSWICK BALLROOM Nelly Thomas, Bev Killick, Adam Richard and Geraldine Hickey SYDNEY SHOW October 7th at the Comedy Store with YUMI STYNES, BENJAMIN LAW AND CHRIS RYAN Tickets and info HERE PATREON SUBSCRIBERS Sign up HERE for bonus content and to support the podcast! DEAR NELLY PLUS Subscribe to NELLY+ HERE t…

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Wade Duffin is back Sloppy Seconds: is it better to date people with kids or without? 1:12:31

8M ago1:12:31

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WADE DUFFIN IS BACK FOR SLOPPY SECONDS: KIDS OR NO KIDS, THAT IS THE QUESTION! Today we are joined for Sloppy Seconds with Wade Duffin! You remember Wade: he was a bit of a party boy in his younger days then met my friend and colleague comedian Claire Hooper and is now very much a family man. Indeed, he’s a stay at home dad who’s also just gone int…

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Wes Snelling is back for Sloppy Bi-Sexonds 1:04:37

8M ago1:04:37

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Sloppy Seconds with Wes Snelling Wes and I talk about Dry July and how giving up booze for a month radically changed Wes’s anxiety, mood and physical health. Wes asks me about sexual identity and we have a really open and interesting discussion about the stereotypes around bisexuality, sexual fluidity and all the things that come with that. We do s…

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Adam Richard: having sex sober (weird!) 1:11:58

9M ago1:11:58

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The Fabulous Adam Richard: having sex sober and other stuff! We are joined this week by comedian, writer and Logies superstar Adam Richard. We talk about owning who you are, how progress is two steps forward and one back, how giving up drinking in middle-age changed EVERYTHING, Adam's first engagement in his late 40's and what it's like to have sex…

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Yvie Jones: long-term single and happy as a clam! 1:09:29

9M ago1:09:29

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YVIE JONES IS IN YOUR GOGGLE-BOX! Today we are joined by the one and only Yvie Jones. You may know her from Gogglebox (yes, her, Angie and all the dogs entertained us for many seasons), or I’m a Celebrity Get me Out of Here, Studio 10, Snackmasters, The Project or her own podcast Two Girls, One Pod. Yvie is a 50 year old, long-term single woman who…

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Tom Ballard: there were signs! 1:16:20

9M ago1:16:20

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TOM BALLARD: THERE WERE SIGNS! Today we are joined award winning comedian, actor and homo about town Tom Ballard. We talk about when Tom and I met when he was the ripe old age of 14. He’s early 30s now so yes, we’ve made an exception to have him on the podcast but man, it was worth it. He tells us his moving and somewhat complicated coming of age s…

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Friend Break-ups! Sloppy Seconds with Producer Fahey 59:14

9M ago59:14

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SLOPPY SECONDS WITH PRODUCER FAHEY! We talk about blending families: How do you tell the kids you’re dating, how do you introduce them to new partners and kids and, when do you introduce them? And break-ups. But of a different kind: how do you break up with friends? Those partings are just as necessary and can be more frequent than romantic ones, b…

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Son Guzzardi: welcome to kink and ho's 1:12:46

10M ago1:12:46

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WELCOME TO KINK AND OTHER STUFF Today we’re joined by bone fide civilian and horn-bag Son Guzzardi. Son shares some awful teen experiences at Catholic school, their early long-term relationship with an older man and then a joyful exploration – and perhaps late adolescence – as a queer person. Son is now married with kids and we talk about how that …

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