Beware the swarm of stans

Hey friends! Happy New Year! We hope you've enjoyed some much-deserved time out with your loved ones. Today we are re-sharing one of our favourite episodes of 2019 - our In Conversation episode with Natalie Fornasier. We first came across Natalie and her story when she sat down with Byrdie.com.au in 2018 for a piece titled “I’m 24 and Living With Advanced Melanoma—This Is My Story”. Natalie’s words and insights in that interview were what informed our very last segment of Shameless in 2018, and what pushed us to change our own relationship with sun tanning forever. We had Nat as a guest at our Sydney live show in November, and are so lucky to now call her a friend. Nat is now battling stage four melanoma after the cancer spread to her small intestine and bowel. Given today marks a new year and a new decade, we thought now is the time to help Nat champion her message again. So, Team Shameless has enlisted the help of some of Australia's most influential and recognisable women to make a pledge toward sun safety in 2020. You can watch our #IPledge video on our Instagram page @shamelesspodcast at midday today. The Pledge: Did you know melanoma is the third most common cancer in Australian women? It kills more young people in our country than any other form of cancer. So in 2020, I pledge: To wear sunscreen. To get my tan from a can. And to take notice of my skin - and do whatever I can to protect it. I pledge to get my skin checked if I feel like something’s wrong, or if it’s been a while. To never glamourise sun tanning to my followers. And to educate myself and others about the risks. In 2020, I’m going to be safe in the sun. And I encourage you to do the same. To support Call Time On Melanoma, visit www.calltimeonmelanoma.com.au, or follow them on Instagram @calltimeonmelanoma. To follow Nat on Instagram, search @nataliefornasier.

31 Des 201950min

IT’S THE FINAL EPISODE OF THE YEAR AND IT’S A CHRISTMAS SPECIAL! KINDA. Well, look, there will be presents and this Christmas jingle and we did probably consume a little too much champagne while recording it. What are we TALKING about though?! Well, there’s the curious Christmas Instagram campaign that is unlike anything we’ve seen. Plus, the best pop culture moments of the last decade, and the Chrissy Teigen and John Legend argument that sings to our souls. We’re taking a wee little break but don’t stress, we will be BACK in your ears on January 20! A big thank you to today’s sponsor Skydive Australia. Remember! Use the code ‘SHAMELESS’ at checkout until the 29th of February next year for $40 off your booking. Craving more? You’re only human. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Monica Geller Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

22 Des 201955min

WELL, WELL, WELL! It’s our last In Conversation episode of 2019 and today on the show you’re joined, actually… today you’re joined by us. Yes, we sat down with the effervescent Sarah Davidson at the Mercedes me store on Tuesday night for an In Conversation with the two of us. A huge, huge thank you to Mercedes me for having us in their beautiful space - their Melbourne is one of 11 Mercedes me locations worldwide, sitting alongside other iconic cities including Munich, Hamburg, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Moscow. Our wonderful MC Sarah Davidson, is of course, is the co-owner of Matcha Myklbar and Matcha Maiden and the host of the Seize the Yay podcast. Wanna find more from Sarah? 'Course you do. Right this way... Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

18 Des 201959min

HAPPY SECOND MONDAY BEFORE CHRISTMAS SHAMELESS FAM AND YES WE WILL KEEP YELLING ABOUT THIS UNTIL AFTER CHRISTMAS. On the show today: Our obsession with finding words and colours to define the year that was. Plus, the age of Instagram Face and then, a look at Rihanna’s 2019: one that saw her the centre of the public consciousness, despite not releasing a second of music. Zara recommended Morning Wars on Apple TV and Mich recommended Terrace House on Netflix. Today's episode was made possible by our sponsor Moscato One by Brown Brothers: refreshingly-spritzed Moscato that contains exactly one standard drink. Read Jia Tolentino's New Yorker piece on 'Instagram Face' here. Craving more? You’re only human. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Monica Geller Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

15 Des 201957min

Hello lovely listeners! Today we have a powerful interview with Bel Sloane. In case you’re not familiar with her name, Bel is a television presenter for Channel 7. She’s also the wife of AFL star and captain of the Adelaide Crows, Rory Sloane. In 2018, Bel and Rory lost their first child Leo, who was born sleeping. In this interview, we talk about that grief, but also the love that Leo brought to both of their lives. We also talk about what it was like to fall pregnant again with their little boy, Sonny, and the mechanics of keeping that entire pregnancy secret from the outside world. While we sat with Bel in her Adelaide home, there was a great, big Christmas tree right beside us. On the Christmas tree were a collection of baubles that read the names of their little family - Mum, Dad, Sonny and Leo - the little warrior who will never be forgotten, and whose passing ignited a legacy that will help Australian parents for years to come. Thanks to our sponsor Hey Tiger for making this episode of Shameless episode possible. Use our code SHAMELESSHOLIDAY at checkout to receive a free full-size bar of chocolate, worth $15. You can follow Bel on Instagram @bel_sloane. If you enjoyed this episode, we also recommend you listen to our chat with Leigh Campbell, which you can find here. If you or a loved one is struggling with pregnancy loss, support is available at SANDS. You can call any time, day or night, on 1300 072 637. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

11 Des 201946min

It’s Monday! The third last Monday before CHRISTMAS!!!! So, happy third last Monday before Christmas Shameless fam. On the show today: The allure of a cool company and how they are transcending pop culture, Billie Eilish’s comments about Drake that have much of the celebrity world talking and then, a very special instalment of Zara Predicts. Today Zara recommended the app Smiling Mind and Mich recommended Revolution's Overnight Blemish Lotion. Today's episode was made possible by our sponsor Thankyou. Browse their glorious range at www.thankyou.co/christmas, and our use the code ‘SHAMELESS’ at checkout to get 10% off you order. Craving more? You’re only human. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Monica Geller Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

8 Des 201948min

It’s little Friday and boy, are we happy about it! Today we’ve got a good one for you, because we are joined by the powerhouse that is Steph Claire Smith. Or, now, Miller. Steph entered the public consciousness as a model, and a wildly successful one at that, but since then has crafted a career that exists well beyond the modelling industry. Today, she is the co-founder of fitness app Keep it Cleaner, sunglass company Soda Shades and bikini brand Midnight. She’s the face of Bondi Sands, an ambassador for Adidas and the co-author of a book, too. And, yes, she’s still only 25. We sat down with Steph to talk about business, yes, but also the scrutiny of being in the public eye, her very recent and high profile wedding and the kinds of criticisms that hurt the most. Also a big thank you to today’s sponsor Kester Black. Remember, with the code SHAMELESS at checkout you can receive a FREE (!!) lipstick with any order. Visit www.kesterblack.com to check them out. Craving more? You're only human. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you'd like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit 'subscribe' on Apple Podcasts or 'follow' on Spotify, and leave a review if you're feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1).

4 Des 201946min

IT’S MOOOONDAY!!!!! On today’s show: what the rise of singer songwriter Tones and I says about the music industry in 2019, the photos of Justin Timberlake holding the hand of his co-star and then, the Selena Gomez AMAs performance that was… shaky, at best. Zara recommended you *don’t* spend $20 watching Last Christmas. Mich wants you to read Pachinko! Read it! Today's episode was made possible by our sponsor Lahana Swim. Find out more about their killer swimwear here. Craving more? You’re only human. Join our glorious Shameless Podcast Facebook community here, where thousands of like-minded ladies keep each other up to date with the latest celebrity and pop culture stories. Or if Facebook isn't your thing why don't you chuck us a follow on Instagram @shamelesspodcast instead? We know you didn't ask, but yes of course we have a weekly newsletter! So glad you asked. You can subscribe to it here for recommendations, columns and more super fun things (yes, we clickbaited you and we don't regret a thing.) Shameless Podcast is very much an independent vehicle that runs on the support of our incredible listeners - that's you! So, if you’d like to support the show, we would like that very much. Hit ‘subscribe’ on Apple Podcasts or ‘follow’ on Spotify, and leave a review if you’re feeling especially generous. Then sit back and bask in our eternal, abundant love. Your hosts are Zara Beach Hero McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless is a production of Shameless Media.

1 Des 201956min