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Dish Island

Pillow Talk Productionsplay.acast.com

Each week, hosts Tegan Higginbotham and Paul Verhoeven welcome a special guest to their mysterious island to talk about their love of food. The catch? THEY CAN NEVER LEAVE. It's time to take a hilarious, strange, and occasionally profound journey into everything culinary. Welcome... to DISH! Now on Apple Podcasts & Spotify!


DISH! is a Pillow Talk Production, and is part of the Acast creator network. 

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Episodes

Ben Lee

A musical legend joins us on the island this week: Ben Lee is here! He discusses the ins and outs of working with the one you love, learning how to be a creative in 2022, and how he feels about Paul stealing one of his albums. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 202241 minSeason 2Ep. 18

Ione Skye

The truly iconic Ione Skye is here. An actor with a ridiculously adventurous career, Ione discusses her love of the ploughman's platter, her role in the new series La Brea, cooking during lockdown, and being married to Ben Lee! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 06, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 17

A Pause Between Courses

Tegan and Paul will return next week with a brand new episode of Dish Island! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 202248 sec

James Sherry (is A*mazing)

Host of iconic Aussie quiz show A*mazing, James Sherry, is here! He spills the secrets of the maze, reveals what it's like to work in kids TV, and serces up a truly uncomplicated desert island dish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 21, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 16

Rowdie Walden

There's no TV on Dish Island, so it's possible today's guest - Rowdie Walden, host of the Kath & Kim retrospective podcast, Look at Moi - will really struggle surviving here without a DVD player in sight. We do, thankfully, have dippity-bix. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 14, 202234 minSeason 2Ep. 15

Greg Davies

The Taskmaster himself, Greg Davies, is here! He talks about his new series, The Cleaner, but he also discusses family, pub food, and the most unpretentious desert island dish yet. Aussies can stream The Cleaner exclusively on BritBox! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 07, 202227 minSeason 2Ep. 14

Sam Mac

The accidental weatherman himself, Sam Mac, has landed on the island! He's here to talk taking advantage of a buffet, pilfering free food on set, and he also serves up a truly comforting desert island dish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 31, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 13

Adam McKenzie

Comedian Adam McKenzie is here! He's one half of the critically acclaimed comedy group Watson, and he's also the single fussiest easter we know. How will he fare on the island? Time to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 24, 202228 minSeason 2Ep. 12

Gary Mehigan

You may know him from his time judging on MasterChef Australia, or from his iconic cookbooks. But now, he'll be known as the beloved chef who came to Dish Island... and never left! Gary talks about his new book, Good Food Every Day , and brings a truly unique desert island dish to spice up life on the island. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 17, 202251 minSeason 2Ep. 11

Ed Halmagyi returns!

You may know him from Better Homes and Gardens... or you may know him as having already been trapped on Dish Island! Ed Halmagyi is back, and this time, he's discussing the secret to running a kitchen, the perils of anger, and how to cook a fish in a volcano. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 10, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 10

Meshel Laurie

Host of Australian True Crime, Meshel Laurie, has sauntered her way onto the island! She talks everything from bodies to Buddhism, and brings along a truly meditative desert island dish. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 26, 202250 minSeason 2Ep. 9

Megan Waters

Megan Waters is the co-host of NITV's hit AFL program, Yokayi Footy, and a fitness and nutrition professional. She's also trapped on Dish Island FOREVER! Thankfully, she's brought a crowd-pleasing Desert Island Dish direct from the NT. Can you guess what it might be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 19, 202231 minSeason 2Ep. 8

Matty J

He's survived the trials and tribulations of being The Bachelor, and he's survived Dancing with the Stars. Can he survive Dish Island? ...The sound of approaching wolves says no! Matty talks the ins and outs of fatherhood, and brings an absolute workhorse desert island dish to the table. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 12, 202245 minSeason 2Ep. 7

The Easter Special - with Jessica Tivendale

Want to take your chocolate game to a whole new level this Easter? Then this is the episode for you! Tune in as renowned chocolate sommelier, Jessica Tivendale, reveals who and where to buy from this year, for a truly egg-ceptional chocolate experience! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 06, 202212 minSeason 2Ep. 6

Ke Huy Quan

Star of the superb Everything, Everywhere All at Once , Ke Huy Quan, is now trapped on Dish Island! You may remember Ke from Temple of Doom and The Goonies , but today we talk to him about his incredible and varied career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 05, 202221 minSeason 2Ep. 5

Tania Doko

You might know her as vocalist of Bachelor Girl, or you might have danced the night away to any number of the hits she's written for a litany of incredible artists. But regardless of where she's been and what she's done, the wonderful Tania Doko is now trapped here on our island! Can she sing her way to safety? Of course not! That's not how the human voice works! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 29, 202245 minSeason 2Ep. 4

Osher Günsberg

I'm so sorry, Osher. But you didn't receive a way off this island. Nor will you! Ever! That's right - this week's guest is none other than beloved author, broadcaster and host of Australia's The Bachelor and The Bachelorette, Osher Günsberg! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 22, 202242 minSeason 2Ep. 3

Ella Hooper

The first stowaway for season two is here! Australian rock icon, presenter and spicy food-lover Ella Hooper has landed. Can she find her way off the island? Of course not! Nobody does! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 15, 202237 minSeason 2Ep. 2

Welcome to Season Two!

It's time for a brand new season of Dish Island! Tegan and Paul serve up a taste of what's to come, and discuss a looming culinary dilemma lurking just over their horizon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 08, 20228 minSeason 2Ep. 1

Sammy J

Award-winning comedian, writer and broadcaster Sammy J has been delighting Melbournians as the host of ABC's Breakfast – and now he's on Dish Island to delight you with a ripper of a Desert Island Christmas Dish and plenty of laughs! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 10, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Pip Drysdale

Pip Drysdale is the author of The Strangers We Know, The Paris Affair and The Sunday Girl. She's a literary powerhouse, true, but her bold choice of desert island Christmas dish is what will really blow you away. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 09, 202116 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Ed Halmagyi

Better Homes and Gardens' Ed Halmagyi is a renowned chef, author, photographer and radio host. His latest cookbook, Seasonal Kitchen, is out now, and he's here on Dish Island to explain how Jewish food outdoes Christmas food any day of the week. And dammit... he might be right . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 08, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 32

Alisha Aitken-Radburn

Podcaster, influencer, television personality, former political staffer and current communications consultant Alisha Aitken-Radburn is here! She survived Bachelor in Paradise... can she survive Dish Island ?! ...Yes, obviously,. We're very nice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 07, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Emmylou MacCarthy

Television presenter, writer, fashion icon and social media powerhouse Emmylou MacCarthy has built an empire on giving women and men the confidence to do, and try new things. She's here to talk about how you can keep Christmas simple... but still extremely Christmassy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 06, 202116 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Steven 'Bajo' O'Donnell

Co-host of ABCs iconic gaming show Good Game for many years, he’s since gone on to become a prolific twitch streamer. But what does this truly odd man think of Christmas? Time to find out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 05, 202121 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Violeta M. Bagia

Violeta M. Bagia is a chart-topping fantasy author, an accomplished home baker – AND (as of very recently) a brand new Mum. Her Hart of Darkness Series has a dedicated cult following around the globe, and she's here to talk about her unique take on Christmas! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 04, 202115 minSeason 1Ep. 28

DJ Be Kind To Other People

A mainstay on Melbourne’s electronic music scene and the host of beloved dance music show Coburg Up Late, Callum Padgum, aka, DJ Be Kind to Other People is a man who knows how to party. He and Paul also have some words about the nature of gift-giving! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 03, 202119 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Cal Wilson

Cal Wilson is one of Australia and New Zealand's most-loved comedians. You might have seen her on Thank God You’re Here, Have You Been Paying Attention, Who’s Line is it Anyway, or The Project, but she's also the VIP of DIY! Prepare for a Christmas Crafternoon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 02, 202114 minSeason 1Ep. 26

The Bodzilla

April Hélène-Horton, aka The Bodzilla, is on a mission to help you love yourself more. A writer, public speaker, model, and host of The Bodcast, she's come to Dish Island to help you navigate the pressures and body-focussed-B.S that often go hand in hand with Christmas. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 01, 202120 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Darren Purchese

We're celebrating Christmas early with the Santa of sweets – Darren Purchese! The owner and creator of Melbourne’s iconic B&P Sweet Studio, Darren is a favourite on @Masterchef, and one of the most respected chefs working in Australia today. He also happens to be a HUGE Doctor Who fan (Hello #DrWhoDay) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nov 23, 202146 minSeason 1Ep. 23
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