Breaking the fourth wall (twice)

Hello hello! On today’s show: the Met Gala guest list turned out to be… kind of second-rate, actually? Plus, a comprehensive explainer on what the hell went down between Drake and Kendrick Lamar this week, the influencers are truly influencing when it comes to baby names, two Home and Away stars have taken their on-screen romance off-screen too, Tom Brady’s been roasted and Madonna’s been swamped by… 1.6 million people. This week, Mich recommended watching Colin from Accounts on Binge. Zara recommended reading Prima Facie by Suzie Miller. This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to SIX the Musical for making this episode possible. Save the date for August 2nd, because there’s an exclusive Shameless event happening - ‘A Night with Shameless at SIX’ - and you’re invited. Tickets are live now! Head here to grab some for you and your friends. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.

8 Touko 202448min

Telling you a little bit about our brand new podcast, Style-ish. Subscribe to Style-ish on Apple Podcasts: Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/15Iuy1KzvnCzksa9jvoqwj?si=03850f16c05e46cf Click 'follow' to show your support! And if you like what you hear, would you mind chucking us a five-star review? Thank you thank you! Chat tomorrow.

7 Touko 20243min

Hello, everyone! As far as scandals go, there aren’t many bigger than Harry and Meghan’s dramatic estrangement from the British royal family. So, how did we get here? And who was really at fault for one of the great family fracturings of our time?  This episode was researched by Eilish Gilligan and Chloe Wilson, and audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Bridgerton, and their season three wallflower Pen, for making this episode possible. Season 3, Part 1 is only on Netflix from 16 May! To celebrate this and give away these tickets, we’re looking for the best real-life ‘mates-to-dates’ stories of our listeners! This giveaway will begin tonight, May 6, over on our IG stories - head to @shamelesspodcast on Instagram to enter. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours. Big thanks to X for making this episode possible.

5 Touko 202450min

Omg hi! Happy Saturday! You might be wondering what this is doing in your podcast feed on the weekend. Well, we've been running quite the beautiful series over on The Shameless Book Club, and this week, the final installment went live. It's called The Tastemakers - interview episodes helmed by our friend Gemma Dimond with local curators of all things, lifestyle, fashion and culture. This particular episode is with a familiar face and voice, one Zara McDonald. Big thanks to Baileys for making this episode possible. If you are over 18 and looking for a treat, head online or instore to your liquor retailer and shop Baileys. To explore a selection of delicious Baileys recipes, head here. (Remember to Drink Responsibly.) This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee.  In your ears today were host Gemma Dimond (@gemdimond) and guest Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald). Join us in the all the book chat over on our Insta @theshamelessbookclub, our TikTok @theshamelessbookclub, or in The Shameless Book Club Facebook group. Enjoy the content we create? The best way to support us is to click that ‘follow’ button in your favourite podcast app and leave a five star review. Orrr you can go old school and tell a friend to listen! The Shameless Book Club has a room on Apple Books! Check it out here.  If you want to make Zara’s favourite Baileys Iced Latte with Biscuit Spread, follow along below! Add 1 tsp of biscuit spread and a double shot of espresso to a glass. In a separate glass, add ice and milk of your choice, and 50ml Baileys. Combine the espresso and biscuit spread together. Top it off with a little (or a lot) of whipped cream, and sprinkle with biscuit crumbs. #Drinkresponsibly

3 Touko 202414min

Hi hi hiiii! On today’s show: Sophia Bush has penned one of the most honest essays we’ve seen from a celebrity in a very long time. Plus, Nicole Kidman becomes the first Australian to win one of Hollywood’s most prestigious awards, Call Her Daddy’s Alex Cooper just threw one of the bougier weddings we can remember, and it turns out Jennifer Garner is dating a burger guy? And has been for six years? Then, Slow News Week lol. This week, Zara recommended reading The Nightingale by Kristen Hannah. Mich recommended this NYT tomato soup recipe. To read Lauren Bensted’s piece in the Guardian called ‘I felt myself split into before and after’, head here. Big thanks to our friends at South Australia for making this episode possible. Head to southaustralia.com to start planning your dream winter getaway today. This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.

1 Touko 202451min

Good morning, friends! As far as scandals go, there aren’t many bigger than Harry and Meghan’s dramatic estrangement from the British royal family. So, how did we get here? And who was really at fault for one of the great family fracturings of our time?  This episode was researched by Eilish Gilligan and audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to KX Pilates for making this episode possible. Head online to kxpilates.com or download the KX Pilates App to start your pilates journey today. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

28 Huhti 202442min

Helloooo!! On today’s show: Taylor Swift’s eleventh album, The Tortured Poets Department, is here and boy is it divisive. Hugh Grant has settled his case against The Sun newspaper, Sydney Sweeney responds to those quotes about being ‘not pretty or talented’, is Mark Zuckerberg… hot now? Victoria Beckham’s celebrating her 50th while her husband David is suing his old buddy, Mark Wahlberg. Oh, and then it’s Slow News Week! This week, Zara recommended ‘3 vintage celebrity interviews I love’ in Books and Bits. Mich recommended watching The Idea of You on Prime Video and Baby Reindeer on Netflix. This episode was audio produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Betty’s Burgers for making this episode possible. Head to one of their restaurants or order on the Betty’s App on Thursday 2nd of May to enjoy 2-for-1 burgers with your bestie. Remember, it's only available on 2nd of May! Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.

24 Huhti 202452min

Hiya, everyone! Welcome to the second and final part of our series on Clara Bow. She’s the woman who inspired the final track on Taylor Swift’s new album, The Tortured Poets Department. So, we wondered, who was Clara Bow? The answer took us on a fascinating path. This episode was researched by Eilish Gilligan and audio produced by Zara McDonald. Big thanks to Mejuri for making this episode possible. Head over to Mejuri now and make this Mother's Day the best one yet. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way to do that, and we're super grateful to anyone who leaves a five-star review while they're at it. Also! An old-fashioned 'Tell a Friend In Real Life' is equally appreciated. Want more? We've got more... Subscribe to the Shameless newsletter, Smart Dumb Stuff: http://eepurl.com/iH2sV-/ Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We are very big fans of yours.

21 Huhti 202454min