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MONDAY ANALYSIS: Coming up on today’s show: Lauren Cowell, Simon Cowell’s fiancée, has appeared on a podcast, telling the listeners that she has ‘forgiven herself’ for cheating on her husband and falling pregnant with his friend, Simon Cowell, back in 2013. It sparked some big questions for us; why do we feel this eternal gravitational pull to cheating stories? And what is there to learn about human behaviour from them? This episode of Shameless was brought to you by DonateLife. Registering to become an organ donor only takes a minute: be the reason someone has a second chance at life. Also,…
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S1 · E957 · 10 Jul 2026 · 42 min
The Great Shag Controversy
DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS: Today, it’s the dumb stories that got drowned out by The Wedding this week. This week, Mich recommended this interview with Bob Odenkirk. Zara recommended this episode of The Daily. Thanks so much to lululemon for making this episode possible. Shop lululemon’s all-new yoga and Pilates styles in-store and online now. And shoutout to Myer, too! Buy two fragrances and save 30%, T&C’s and exclusions apply. Visit myer.com.au for full terms. Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-edited by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. Our…
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S1 · E956 · 8 Jul 2026 · 54 min
Taylor Swift's wedding. Obviously.
THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY: It’s a Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce wedding extravaganzaaaa! Today, we go everywhere. If we were to summarise neatly for you in a few key words, we touch on: the guest list, Blake Lively’s absence, the MSG aesthetic, and the insider leaks we've had so far. Big thanks to lululemon for making this episode possible. Shop lululemon’s all-new yoga and Pilates styles in-store and online now. Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-produced by Monica Vantilburg, and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. Our social media team consists of Divya…
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S1 · E954 · 5 Jul 2026 · 41 min
Where is Zoella?
MONDAY ANALYSIS: Coming up on today’s show: Where is Zoella? The influencer has not posted since December last year, and her audience is getting very concerned. But…this has happened before. Every time the internet gets itself into a frenzy over a ‘missing’ figure, the results usually get pretty messy… This episode of Shameless was brought to you by Elle, only on Prime Video. Also, shout-out to Nutra Naturals – use the code SHAMELESS for 20% off at Nutra Naturals! Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1). Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle…
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S1 · E953 · 3 Jul 2026 · 36 min
We have something to investigate
DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS: Mich brings a (maybe) identity theft investigation… Then, some important Bryan Johnson updates!!!! And finally, Slow News Week. This week, Mich recommended the book, The Psychology of Money. Zara recommended watching Million Dollar Secret on Netflix. Thanks so much to Nutra Naturals for making this episode possible. Shop online for NutraNaturals bone broths, made with clean ingredients and Australian grass-fed bones – and use code SHAMELESS at checkout for 20% off! And shoutout to Oura, too! If you want to learn more, head to Oura.Ring.com. Shameless Podcast is produced…
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S1 · E952 · 1 Jul 2026 · 44 min
We're in castle denial
THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY: A video on Instagram (credit to @dadgotbars) got us thinking: what do we actually do between the hours of 4pm and 8pm? And then, Ariana Grande… might be back with an ex! Speaking of exes, Callum Turner’s (alleged lol) ex has spoken out about their past relationship, Kylie Jenner has been named in a lawsuit, and Lizzo says her latest album has flopped – but has it? Finally, more on the MSG rumours. Thanks so much to CeraVe for making this episode possible. You don’t need to overcomplicate your winter skincare routine. Less is more with CeraVe. Shameless Podcast is…
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S1 · E950 · 26 Jun 2026 · 46 min
Challenge alert! Ick out a man
DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS: Some weird World Cup comments! And then, a new segment called… ‘So Old It's New Again’, before we finish with men's icks for women lol. This week, Mich recommended watching Tiger King again. Zara recommended Voicemails for Isabelle on Netflix. Thanks so much to Oura for making this episode possible. The new Oura Ring 5 is the world’s smallest smart ring for sleep, activity, cycle tracking, pregnancy and menopause insights, and so much more. Visit Oura.com to get one. Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-edited by Annabelle Lee and…
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S1 · E949 · 24 Jun 2026 · 52 min
This relationship needs a ‘paid partnership’ tag
THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY: Olivia Wilde spilled the beans on everything Don’t Worry Darling, are Mika Abdalla and Josh Heuston dating? Anne Hathaway is pregnant, an explainer on the Hot Girl Walk trademark, aaaaaand Benson Boone and Alix Earle’s (probably PR) relationship. Listen to our scandal series on Don’t Worry Darling! Part one here, part two here. Big thanks to Airbnb for making this episode of Shameless possible. If you’re planning a cosy weekend away with friends or the international trip you’ve all been talking about for years, group trips are better on Airbnb. Head here to book.…
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S1 · E947 · 21 Jun 2026 · 43 min
On Ariana Grande
MONDAY ANALYSIS: If you need support, you can reach out to Butterfly Foundation, here for you 8am – midnight (AEST/AEDT), 7 days a week on 1800 ED HOPE (1800 33 4673). Help is also available here at Lifeline. An op-ed in The Telegraph this week grabbed our attention with the headline: Karen Carpenter offers a haunting warning for Ariana Grande fans. We thought maybe it was time to have an uncomfortable conversation about it. This episode of Shameless is brought to you by “Your Fault: London”, only on Prime Video. Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews…
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S1 · E946 · 19 Jun 2026 · 43 min
Let Rod do what he wants!
DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS: Rod's fans are mad!!!! Then, Molly-Mae and Tommy Fury had their second child, but thanks to a leaky family member, we already knew their baby's name before they announced it. So, we asked you guys: when did your family member leak your personal information? This week, Mich recommended this Emily Kiser interview and The Affair podcast. Zara recommended this Olivia Rodrigo interview and the book, Broken Dove. Huge thanks to Elite Eleven for making this episode possible. Shop the sale online, in-store or on the Elite Eleven app now. And shoutout to Prime Video and "Your…
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S1 · E945 · 17 Jun 2026 · 52 min
We are also new Knicks fans (sorry, Selena)
THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY: More trouble behind the scenes at Alex Cooper’s Unwell Network, Gwyneth Paltrow’s baffling cash grab, and then, did Selena Gomez shade Taylor Swift for being a ‘new’ Knicks fan? Tyra Banks is suing for defamation after that ANTM documentary on Netflix. Sarah Pidgeon is getting rinsed on Twitter for not knowing who Jimmy Stewart is. Also, Joe Alwyn! Big thanks to Odoo for making this episode possible. If you’re starting something new or just want to streamline the way you work, you can try it for free at Odoo.com. And shoutout to Prime Video and "Your Fault: London"!…
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