Episodes

  • The White Lotus mirror effect

    The White Lotus mirror effect
    Mar 9 2025
    Hello! On today’s show: The White Lotus is turning a mirror onto female friendships. And you could say it’s not the most flattering reflection. Why are platonic relationships suffering so much in 2025? According to The Independent, our friendships may be deteriorating due to a lack of ‘deep’ conversations. But first - we gotta talk about Meghan Markle’s new lifestyle show… On today’s episode, Zara recommended ‘There’s Only One Aimee Lou Wood’ in The Cut. Huge thanks to Elite Eleven for making this episode of Shameless possible. Also - shout out to Xero! This episode was produced by Eilish Gilligan. 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 our newsletter Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://tinyurl.com/4yasjphn Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2mf557ux Aaaand we’re on TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2hchchrp Everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    47 mins
  • But did her hip reciprocate?

    But did her hip reciprocate?
    Mar 5 2025
    Hey hey!!! On today’s show: the 2025 Oscars came and went and, well, yeah… that was that. The news of actor Gene Hackman’s death has boggled the world, the influencer wedding dress that sent TikTok into a tizzy this week, the Daily Mail has obtained footage of Ben Affleck and ex-wife Jennifer Garner that’s making people ask if they’re back on, oh, and everyone meet Elon Musk’s 14th kid!!! On today’s episode, Zara recommended Fashion Neurosis by Bella Freud. Mich recommended ‘Brittany Stewart on divorce before 30’ from Inherited. Huge thanks to Betty’s Burgers and their limited range of smashed avo burgers for making this episode of Shameless possible. Also - shoutout to Xero! Today, we discussed ‘On ‘Succession’, Jeremy Strong doesn’t get the joke’ and ‘Return to Oz: an Oscars-night diary’ in The New Yorker. This episode was audio-produced by Eilish Gilligan. 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 our newsletter Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://tinyurl.com/4yasjphn Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2mf557ux Aaaand we’re on TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2hchchrp Everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    50 mins
  • The return of a red carpet regular

    The return of a red carpet regular
    Mar 2 2025
    Hi hi! Today on the show, we’re unpacking how fashion designer Georgina Chapman both rebuilt her career and found love again with actor Adrien Brody, after her divorce from convicted sex criminal Harvey Weinstein. And, ahead of the Oscars, we’re back on our AI beat (again). This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Prime Video. Whatever you’re in the mood for, it’s on Prime. On today’s show, Mich recommended ‘My Mom’s Guide to the Art of Living’ in The Atlantic. This episode was produced by Eilish Gilligan. We discussed the following articles in today’s episode: Harvey who? How Weinstein’s ex-wife got her fairytale life back in The Times How Marchesa Is Staging A Red-Carpet Comeback in British Vogue Georgina Chapman on life after Harvey Weinstein in Vogue US 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 our newsletter Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://tinyurl.com/4yasjphn Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2mf557ux Aaaand we’re on TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2hchchrp Everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    43 mins
  • All is... Unwell?

    All is... Unwell?
    Feb 26 2025
    Heeeey! On today’s show: Alec and Hilaria Baldwin are back… this time with their own TLC reality TV show, what’s behind the California law requiring influencers to chop out cash for their kids, the fallout of Kayla Itsines’s bum video, the biggest Alexs in modern media - Alix Earle and Alex Cooper - have parted ways, and Timothée Chalamet says he wants to be one of the greats. This week, Zara recommended listening to MrBeast on Diary of a CEO. Mich recommended Stalked by BBC Podcasts. This episode was audio-produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to CeraVe for making this episode possible. Moisturise Like A Derm with CeraVe’s NEW Intensive Moisturising Lotion. If you’re struggling with very dry, itchy skin, and need intense hydration, CeraVe’s Intensive Moisturising Lotion is available exclusively at Chemist Warehouse. 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... Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    52 mins
  • Good enough - or, y'know, just enough

    Good enough - or, y'know, just enough
    Feb 23 2025
    Well hello! On today’s show: it’s a bumper edition of Welcome To My Algorithm! Mich has fallen into the MAFS ecosystem and is here to explain the show’s enduring appeal, and Zara is going to bring us up to date with the latest Avery Woods drama… This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Up, Australia’s number-one-rated banking app. Life's better on the Upside. This episode was produced by Eilish Gilligan. On today’s show, Zara recommended Is it ok to just work all the time? from Search Engine. Mich recommended What Jennifer Did on Netflix and How Should Documentaries Use AI? from Vulture. 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 our newsletter Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://tinyurl.com/4yasjphn Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2mf557ux Aaaand we’re on TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2hchchrp Everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    48 mins
  • Dobby is free

    Dobby is free
    Feb 19 2025
    Hi hi hi! On today’s show: Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco have made Valentine’s Day their bitch and Pete Davidson has some interesting thoughts about his status as the internet’s boyfriend in a campaign about being the internet’s boyfriend. Also - help - why are Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen talking awkwardly in the comments? ASAP Rocky’s trial is very close to coming to a close and then, Taylor Werewolf Lautner decides to become a Werewolf again. This week, Zara recommended How to Fall (and Stay) in Love from Modern Love. This episode was audio-produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Airbnb for making this episode possible. Head here to book your next relaxing trip. 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... Aaaand everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    47 mins
  • Armie Hammer's disastrous comeback

    Armie Hammer's disastrous comeback
    Feb 16 2025
    Hi hello! Today on the show, can celebrities ‘insure’ themselves against cancellation? One insurance agency reckons they can - and should - do exactly that. Maybe it’s not such a crazy idea; recovering from a ‘cancellation’ is hard work. Today we’re chatting about cancellation insurance and the recent recovery efforts of two very, very different ‘cancelled’ celebrities: Armie Hammer, and Lena Dunham. This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Mejuri - play, mix, stack and repeat with fine jewellery. And, a big thanks to Xero! On today’s episode, Mich recommended Who Else Is Feeling This In Their Body by Anne Helen Petersen. You can read Emily Gould’s ‘The Lure of Divorce’ here. This episode was audio-produced by Eilish Gilligan. And don’t forget to join us over on Shamemore! Our next Inner Circle episode drops on February 18. Want more? We've got more… Subscribe to our newsletter Smart, Dumb Stuff: https://tinyurl.com/4yasjphn Follow us on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/2mf557ux Aaaand we’re on TikTok: https://tinyurl.com/2hchchrp Everything else your heart could ever desire is here: https://linktr.ee/shamelesspodcast Thanks for listening! We’re huge fans of you.
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    44 mins
  • Our review of the new Bridget Jones movie

    Our review of the new Bridget Jones movie
    Feb 14 2025
    Hello hello! Welcome to our February review episode! Today, we’re unpacking the fourth installment of the Bridget Jones franchise - Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy. Big thanks to Cupio Wines for making this episode possible. Head into Dan Murphy’s and check out the beautiful Cupio Wines range. On selected bottles, you’ll find a QR code that links to the exclusive Shameless Media reading list — a list of the exact books the team has been loving this summer. Always drink responsibly. 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.
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    36 mins