It's HONEYMOON TIME. Our first round of couples are off travelling together and obviously Jo is the most excited anyone's ever been to go somewhere. Sean's disinterest in the relationship only grows, while Dean comes up with another sexist term for his new wife's breasts. Show Notes Your hosts are THE TWINS, Clare and Jessie Stephens. Read the written recaps over at mamamia.com.au . They're worth it. We promise. Ask The Twins a question, they beg of you. Or just tell them how you feel about the ...
Feb 01, 2018•10 min
It's time for two more couples who've never met each other to be married! So get ready to delve into the cringeworthy best man speech, the bride who's clearly only in it for the Insta followers and why helicopter mum, Ruby might be the hero we never knew we needed. Show Notes Your hosts are THE TWINS, Clare and Jessie Stephens. Read the written recaps over at mamamia.com.au . They're worth it. We promise. Ask The Twins a question, they beg of you. Or just tell them how you feel about the show. 0...
Jan 31, 2018•12 min
It's time for two more weddings, but STOP. This is already ridiculous. Because Sean and Jo are the least compatible people to ever appear on this show. Either the experts pick the names out of a hat, or they're straight-up trolling them. Plus, a bride arrives first to a wedding (gasp), and a producer definitely gives a groom the wrong sized pants on purpose. Show Notes Your hosts are THE TWINS, Clare and Jessie Stephens. Read the written recaps over at mamamia.com.au . They're worth it. We promi...
Jan 30, 2018•10 min
Strap on your skates and your spangly skirt, because we’re diving into the treacherous world of competitive figure skating. There's no sporting story more steeped in controversy than that of Tonya Harding, accused of a brutal attack on her opponent Nancy Kerrigan. But is the movie version of the events true to life? And why has it been billed a comedy? We talk about Margot Robbie's brilliant performance and make-under as the uncouth and unstyled Tonya, the way she's portrayed as a villain whose ...
Jan 30, 2018•49 min
We are BACK, recapping another season of Australia's most ridiculous reality show, Married At First Sight. Join Clare and Jessie Stephens as they debrief on the most conversation-worthy points from the first night including the two weddings, some 'evil' brothers, and a misogynist on the hunt for a womb. It doesn't get much better than this. Show Notes Your hosts are THE TWINS, Clare and Jessie Stephens. Read the written recaps over at mamamia.com.au . They're worth it. We promise. Ask The Twins ...
Jan 29, 2018•11 min
Now that the profanities are out of the way, let's talk about Netflix's brand new teen show. But it's not just teens that will love this dark comedy - the Bonnie and Clyde-esque adventures of Alyssa and James hit us adults in the heart, too. It's been called the new 13 Reasons Why , for its grim subject matter, but are these comparisons fair? And how can a show about rape, murder and a would-be psychopath be so damn funny? Plus, we watched that soul destroying ending several times to provide you...
Jan 23, 2018•45 min
The BBC's remake of the cult classic Louisa May Alcott novel is a peculiar one. While it's beautifully shot and feels like a warm, comforting hug - there are plenty of moments that miss the mark in this modern adaption. So how does it compare to the '94 flick? Did celeb offspring Maya Thurman-Hawke do justice to the character of Jo? And what would our favourite literary spinster Alcott think of this interpretation? Join Laura Brodnik and Brittany Stewart as they try to figure out whether Little ...
Jan 16, 2018•33 min
While you were sleeping (and eating, boozing and lazing on the beach) Netflix went ahead and dropped the new season of our favourite bleak anthology, Black Mirror. But guess what? This season wasn't quite as grim as its predecessors. We talk about the episode that hit too close to home (ahem, helicopter parents please watch Arkangel immediately) and the one that offered a glimmer of hope (we genuinely wish Hang the DJ would come true.) Plus, we break down the hidden meaning of that vengeful, twi...
Jan 09, 2018•47 min
Listen up, Pitches. It’s time to say goodbye to our beloved Barden Bellas. But not before our favourite singing, dancing, pun-making franchise turns into an action flick! We had a lot of questions going in to Pitch Perfect 3. Can Ruby Rose actually sing? Will our most shipped couple Beclo ever get together? Can Rebel Wilson do action beyond horizontal running? And on a more serious note, do these movies have a problem with racism and stereotyping? Join Laura and Clare as they break down the best...
Jan 01, 2018•32 min
Goodbye Rachel Zane, it was sweet while it lasted. With Meghan Markle flitting off to sip tea and wear crowns (or whatever the royals do) we’re deep diving into the tv show that made her a household name. With key players Rachel, Mike Ross and Jessica Pearson all leaving the legal drama, could this actually be the best thing that ever happened to Suits? The central storyline has always been Mike’s big secret, so what new characters and storylines will this make room for? And what will become of ...
Dec 25, 2017•29 min
What happens when a busload of tourists visit the Aussie outback and encounter the infamous Mick Taylor? A whole lot of murderous fun is what! Season two of Wolf Creek strayed into almost comedic territory but still managed to scare us silly with its suspense and brutal killing scenes. We speak to Tess Haubrich (Rebecca) about filming in the desert and what happened when the cast encountered a group of living and breathing tourists. (Spoiler - they survived!) Plus, we discuss why after two movie...
Dec 18, 2017•40 min
We learnt a lot from season two of The Crown that you won’t find in the pages of a history book. For instance, the cream always comes before the jam on scones. Joining us on The Binge, Margaret herself - Vanessa Kirby - shares the alternate ending that you never got to see, describes the princess lessons she had to attend and shares the biggest acting challenge of her life - smoking 60 cigarettes a day. This season, Netflix's royal drama delved into the story of the reign of Queen Elizabeth II a...
Dec 12, 2017•44 min
Prepare to fall in love with Star Wars all over again. As we wait (lightsabers in hand) for The Last Jedi to hit cinemas, we're brushing up on everything you may have forgotten about The Force Awakens , and everything you need to know about the brand new entry into the Star Wars family. Find out why The Last Jedi might be the most empowering female-led movie in the galaxy, and how a desert scavenger called Rey became one of the most kickarse heroines to grace our screens. Shownotes Your hosts to...
Dec 07, 2017•30 min
Holy Oprah, how did we miss this gem? Netflix just released its most watched shows for 2017 and apparently Aussies can't get enough of this juicy religious drama. Starring and produced by TV royalty Oprah Winfrey, Greenleaf follows the unscrupulous world of the Greenleafs, a family teaming with scandals, secrets and lies. And while a show set in a church may sound fairly tame, don't be fooled - it has steamy infidelity, gradually revealed homosexuality and teen drug use without high-handed judgm...
Dec 04, 2017•31 min
Be still our teenage hearts, we finally get to talk about the greatest detective show to ever grace our screens. And if you don’t know what we’re talking about, get your butts straight over to Stan, watch Veronica Mars, then report back for our deep dive. Join two diehard Marshmallows and one Veronica Mars rookie as we discuss the brilliant characters of this cult show, whether Veronica and Logan really were an epic love story, and how the sexual assault storylines eerily resemble the current st...
Nov 27, 2017•40 min
The Sinner nailed everything Gypsy couldn't which is why this sleeper show is one of our favourites for the year. It’s eye-covering, sinfully good viewing, but there was one big plot hole that we need to break down. We deep dive on Jessica Biel’s acting chops and, more importantly, her fringe. Plus, the graphic moment that was even more unwatchable than the murder. And we’ve got all the news about season two of The Handmaid’s Tale, plus a well-timed departure for one of the main characters in Tr...
Nov 20, 2017•30 min
How do you watch someone in trouble and not extend your hand to help them? What scares a man who’s interviewed pimps, serial killers and neo-Nazis? These are just some of the questions we had for the best documentary maker of all time. Best known for his work on Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends, Louis Theroux has a brand new series on the way called Dark States. Across the documentary series, Theroux visits three American cities and examines a uniquely devastating human crisis in each - heroin add...
Nov 17, 2017•26 min
If there's a giant, red Handmaid's Tale-shaped hole in your heart, Netflix is about to fill it. Alias Grace is an even darker Margaret Atwood adaption that will have you captivated from the start right through to the twisty, ambiguous ending. Plus, step into our 2018 TV crystal ball as we bring you all news from the Channel Ten upfronts. While some favourites won't be returning next year, there's plenty of room for shiny new shows like Bachelor in Paradise and we bailed up contestant-to-be Apoll...
Nov 14, 2017•37 min
Looking for your next true crime obsession? Mindhunter might just fill that void, but there's a problem with its treatment of women. And speaking of violence and darkness - when did it infiltrate teen dramas? We're four episodes deep in season two of Riverdale and trying to figure out how a show based on the wholesome Archie comics got so twisted. Plus, everyone is calling 2017 the year of women on TV but from SMILF to The Let Down and even The Handmaid's Tale, we think it's actually the year of...
Nov 06, 2017•41 min
The second season of Stranger Things was released on Friday and we spent the whole weekend watching it but was it worth the 15-month wait? Plus, if you can’t hold on for the second season of The Handmaid’s Tale - good news, Netflix has developed another Margaret Atwood classic Alias Grace , and it’s dropping later this month. And Stan released the first episode of Smilf three weeks early and we can’t wait to see the rest of the season... Show Notes This episode is hosted by Clare Stephens and Br...
Oct 30, 2017•22 min
Just when our opinions about Jarrod finally shifted... It was too late. That was truly the dumping to end all dumpings. And we are not okay. Our cynical hearts momentarily thawed when Stu finally admitted his love for Sophie. But then our romantic sensibilities waned and we returned to our original stance. We just don’t buy it. We were impressed by the respectful way he handled questions about his ex and his playboy status though, so you get some points Stu. Treat her well. Shownotes Today's sho...
Oct 26, 2017•20 min
Ugg boots and opera. She’s a woman of contradictions. We were seriously impressed with Sophie's appreciation of the finer things in life, but TBH, we probably would have spent that whole date Instagramming the view. By Apollo's time frame, Sophie will be popping out babies at 60. At least maybe Stu would actually be single by then. Speaking of Stu, is our view of him a bit clouded by... something? The $500 million dugong in the room is kind of hard to ignore. And then there's Jarrod. Is there ro...
Oct 25, 2017•19 min
If you are a woman and you watch Aussie TV or you like Aussie TV or you're just generally interested in Aussie TV then you are in for a treat. This week we're celebrating two awesome new shows that are made by women for women including The Letdown on ABC and Sisters on Ten. We'll be talking about why you'll love them and we've got Lucy Durack on the phone who stars in BOTH of them. Show Notes This episode is hosted by Clare Stephens and Brittany Stewart. Laura Brodnik is unwell. The Binge is pro...
Oct 24, 2017•26 min
How a man responds to rejection says a lot about his character. So Blake… Ciao, douche. It also makes us really miss sweet, kind James. Apparently nice guys finish fifth. Plus, it was the great lie of The Bachelorette 2017… Jarrod’s vineyard. The chicks may dig a winery but at the end of the day he’s just a bloke living with his mum and dad. And Stu finally confessed to the big snip. But not to worry, a vasectomy reversal is just like a $10,000 bunch of flowers for rich blokes. Right? Shownotes ...
Oct 19, 2017•13 min
The first episode of the new look Dynasty dropped on Netflix over the weekend, and reminded us all why we’re becoming obsessed with a show that is so good and so bad all at once. Plus, Star Trek has made a come back and it has one of the strongest leading ladies we have ever seen. And The Wrong Girl is wrapping up this week - the Channel Ten show based on the book by Zoe Foster Blake has had mixed reviews, but are we overlooking one of the best characters on Australian TV right now? Show Notes T...
Oct 17, 2017•33 min
Sophie Monk got her smize on this week and fearlessly showed four men the door. But we're not quite ready to let go yet, so let's talk about Luke. Zara got it OH SO WRONG. Did anyone see it coming? And Sam has finally gone back to his nephews, possibly the only people in this world who will appreciate his 'magic dust'. So let's talk about the least attractive words we've heard in our lives - pretty much everything that comes out of his mouth. Plus, can someone please stop Stu before he goes ahea...
Oct 12, 2017•15 min
If you've been craving the good old Offspring days (we’re talking the Patrick years, people) then you are in luck. Australia is about to get a fresh new drama called Sisters starring Lucy Durak, Barry Otto and Magda Szubanski - so what do we know about it? And is it as good as it seems? Plus, there’s a huge problem with teen TV shows these days, and Laura has a solution for them. And The Good Place brings two of our favourites back to our TV screens, but Clare doesn’t think it is as good as it s...
Oct 10, 2017•26 min
When did our straighty-180 financial planner James get so cool? The bloke can breakdance and we just want to ask him for a smooch. You know who we don’t want to smooch? Sophie’s exes. That girl has been HURT. And now that we’ve got rid of Ryan, who will win? Will not-quite-single (but filthy rich) Stu be Sophie’s dream man? Only time will separate the roses from the pricks. Show notes Today's show was hosted by Zara McDonald and Michelle Andrews To subscribe to the show go to apple.co/mamamia an...
Oct 05, 2017•19 min
She had style. She had flair. She was there. You guessed it, we’re talking about the Nanny, twenty years on. From the progressive way the show highlighted mental illness, to that unforgettable voice, join us for some 90s nostalgia as we deep dive on the classic sitcom. Plus, were you hooked on Black Mirror? Well, the TV gods have graced us with yet another brilliant sci-fi anthology and we discuss why you need to watch the new dystopian series, Electric Dreams. And we never thought The Bachelor ...
Oct 03, 2017•32 min
Looks like Jarrod has been taking notes from our favourite chick flick and bought Sophie a Love Fern. Will it flourish? Or will their love die like her cactus? Plus, we need to talk about the Man Olympics. Who knew Sophie was really just looking for a caveman to date all along? I AM MAN. I BRING FIRE. Sexy, isn’t it? Tune in to Bach Chat for the cringiest moments, discussions about the death of feminism and all our predictions for the rest of this wonderful (and frankly, absurd) season of The Ba...
Sep 28, 2017•14 min
