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Shameless

Shameless Media
The pop culture podcast for smart people who love dumb stuff.

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A surge to grace!

Hi hi hi! On today’s show: It’s Coachella season, baby! Here’s a recap! From what happened on stage to what was happening in the crowd. Then, the gossip out of The White Lotus set just won’t stop, why is everyone talking about this season of Big Brother UK, the ladies went to space, and, as predicted, it was flop city. This week, Zara recommended watching Pulse on Netflix. Mich recommended ‘Melinda French Gates on divorcing Bill and giving away her billions’ in The Sunday Times. This episode was...

Apr 16, 202550 minSeason 1Ep. 759

It's me vs me in this studio

Hello!!! On today’s show: we have another bumper Welcome To My Algorithm for you! First up, she’s absolutely everywhere and yet none of us knew who she was until maybe a week ago: it’s Gabby Windey! Mich is gonna give you absolutely everything you need to know about her, from those Michael Buble rumours to the bullying allegations. And then, Zara’s been thinking a lot about a viral video calling out an influencer, but is it time to call-out the… caller-outers? This week, Zara recommended Pod-Rec...

Apr 13, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 758

The Official Anthem of Space

Hi hi hi! On today’s show: two White Lotus costars are behaving curiously on socials, and it’s starting to raise eyebrows. We have reason to believe that the Beckhams may be feuding, we need to talk about the female celebs who are heading to literal space, a content creator says she knows why those Hailey Bieber trends are so viral, and SPEAKING OF VIRAL, Robert Irwin’s shirt i s off and the women have collectively lost their minds. This week, Zara recommended watching ‘Beauty and the Beast: The...

Apr 09, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 757

Our review of The White Lotus finale

Hiya! It’s time for our April review ep – so of course we’re talking about The White Lotus finale. Duh! Big thanks to Mattel for making this episode of Shameless possible. Guys, perfection is overrated – and the best moments come from the worst attempts! Your hosts today are Michelle Andrews, Zara McDonald and Annabelle Lee. 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 ...

Apr 08, 202538 minSeason 1Ep. 756

A drip-fed divorce

Hello!!! On today’s show: Popstar Lily Allen has been a supporting character in our Scandal-verse for years now. Everyone thought she’d found true love when she wed Stranger Things actor David Harbour in 2020. But now that marriage has crumbled, and it’s finally time for us to unpack it. It’s the story that’s drawn us in like moths to a flame… This week, Zara recommended Gina from The Guardian. Mich recommended Evan Spiegel on Diary of a CEO. This episode was produced by Eilish Gilligan. Big tha...

Apr 06, 202545 minSeason 1Ep. 754

Get us to God's country

G’day! On today’s show: Chappell Roan draws the ire of mums for saying they don’t have light in their eyes, Alex Cooper and Alix Earle’s potential falling out takes another turn, what do we make of the rumours that Sydney Sweeney has called off her wedding, Fyre Festival is headed for round two, and get us to God’s country!!! Explaining those viral memes after Morgan Wallen walked off the set of Saturday Night Live. This week, Zara recommended the playlist, ‘Written By benny blanco’. This episod...

Apr 02, 202545 minSeason 1Ep. 753

The Hailey Bieber "documentary"? Oh, yes, we watched it

Heya! Today on the show, it’s the viral quote-unquote ‘documentary’ that everyone’s talking about, even notorious celebrity blogger Perez Hilton. Yep, that Hailey Bieber seven-part series has hit our algorithms – except, it seems like more people are talking about it than actually watching it. So we deeped it. Obviously. This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Up. Team up with 2Up – a next-level way to manage shared finances. On today’s show, Mich recommended ‘How Benny Blanco Made The Bi...

Mar 30, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 752

Let her live in contradictions

Howdy!!!! On today’s show: Did you see the viral Alec and Hilaria Baldwin red carpet spat? We’re talking all about it. Plus, Ben Affleck sat down with GQ and gave quite a few meaty quotes about his marriage – and divorce – from J Lo. Why a Hairspray star is all over the algorithm talking about Zac Efron, Sarah Kim has addressed the critical commentary around her marriage, and some cutesy wholesome vibes to finish us off, because why not?! This week, Mich watched and recommended the Before movies...

Mar 26, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 751

And I'll say it aGwyn!

Hiya! Today on the show, we’re still not over the whole Sarah and Andrew TikTok situation, and it turns out, neither have you. You inundated us with emails and messages, so today we’re doing a bit of a Monday mailbag. How do modern relationship values intersect with the practicalities of life, love and money? How does the average woman really about this stuff? This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Airbnb. On today’s show, Mich recommended ‘Gwyneth Paltrow on Motherhood, MAHA, Meghan Mar...

Mar 23, 202550 minSeason 1Ep. 750

The Bonnie to Bobby pipeline

Hi hi hi, everyone! On today’s show: NYC influencers are so boring, apparently, that suddenly there’s an entirely viral conversation about it, Danny Jones finally responds about that Maura Higgins kiss, a White Lotus star has choice words for people speculating about prosthetic penises and Mich welcomes us to her algorithm to chat about TikTok’s new Matt and Abby. This week, Zara recommended reading Deep Cuts, and of course, Michelle’s beautiful interview on Inherited. This episode was audio-pro...

Mar 19, 20251 hr 2 minSeason 1Ep. 749

Mel Robbins and the church of 'Let Them'

Hi hi! Today on the show, self-help ‘guru’ Mel Robbins has quite literally taken over the world with her blockbuster podcast and her viral life motto, LET THEM. She’s been popular for ages, but these days she’s become impossible to ignore. Is she the next Oprah? Or is ‘let them’ just a catchy title for something that… doesn’t really work? This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Myer. Celebrate International Fragrance Day with the biggest perfume brands, in-store and online. Also — big sho...

Mar 16, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 747

Our review of Fourth Wing

Hello hello! Welcome to our March review episode! This month, we’re the last people in the WORLD to read Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros. And we have thoughts!!! This episode was audio-produced by Annabelle Lee. Big thanks to Audible for making this episode possible. Listen to The Winning Formula, an F1 inspired romance audiobook starring Maddy MacRae. Only on Audible, just download the app and start listening today. Want to support our show? Clicking ‘follow’ on Apple and Spotify is the best way ...

Mar 14, 202542 minSeason 1Ep. 746

The era of celebrity surgery sponcon

Hello, everyone! On today’s show: Did Hailey Bieber actually like a shady TikTok about Selena Gomez or is it internet beat up, a Daily Mail journalist responds to Millie Bobby Brown’s IG call out, Meghan Trainor has done a paid partnership with a boob job company and then, Blake Lively takes The Simple Favour press tour and naturally, people have thoughts about her relationship with Anna Kendrick. This week, Zara recommended listening to this episode with Lady Gaga on The Interview. This episode...

Mar 12, 202558 minSeason 1Ep. 745

The White Lotus mirror effect

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 th...

Mar 09, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 744

But did her hip reciprocate?

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 ...

Mar 05, 202550 minSeason 1Ep. 743

The return of a red carpet regular

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...

Mar 02, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 741

All is... Unwell?

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 episo...

Feb 26, 202552 minSeason 1Ep. 740

Good enough - or, y'know, just enough

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 Engi...

Feb 23, 202548 minSeason 1Ep. 739

Dobby is free

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 ...

Feb 19, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 738

Armie Hammer's disastrous comeback

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 je...

Feb 16, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 736

Our review of the new Bridget Jones movie

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...

Feb 14, 202536 minSeason 1Ep. 735

A cactusbot plea

Helloooo! On today’s show: it was the Superbowl, baby! Kendrick Lamar performed and someone needs to check on Drake. A crash course on the Emilia Perez fallout (and Selena Gomez’s response to it), are the headlines about Taylor Swift and Blake Lively falling out true? And it’s Montoya, Por Favor’s world – we’re just living in it. Also Slow News Week hehe. This week, Mich recommended Apple Cider Vinegar on Netflix. Zara recommended watching Babygirl. To read the article in The Guardian about the ...

Feb 12, 202554 minSeason 1Ep. 734

Fame, infidelity and lawsuits: the Chiara Ferragni story

Ciao amici! On today’s show: We have got to catch you up on Chiara Ferragni and Fedez. She’s one of the biggest influencers in the entire world, he’s a rapper and songwriter. Together, they’re Italian influencing royalty. This story has everything; low stakes, high stakes, shady charity work, apology videos, divorce and recorded confessions of a years-long affair… This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Myer - spoil a beauty lover this Valentine’s Day, with amazing, last-minute gifts acro...

Feb 09, 202549 minSeason 1Ep. 733

His name is... do we even need to go there?

G’day! On today’s show: our wrap of the Grammys - from the celebrity moments on the red carpet, to in the crowd and up on stage. Plus, singer Lola Young is a member of the nepo baby club… apparently, Lily Collins’ baby announcement has sparked a colossal conversation, Anna Paul has responded to Australia’s very own version of ‘Bye Sister’, and Reese Witherspoon’s feud with a fellow A-lister. Kind of. Well, not really… This week, Mich recommended watching American Manhunt: O. J Simpson on Netflix...

Feb 05, 202550 minSeason 1Ep. 732

That's that on imposter syndrome

Hey there! On today’s show: In an 8-and-a-half-minute-long TikTok video, Mikaela Testa has accused Anna Paul of some pretty gnarly things. And US Bachelor star Rachael Kirkconnell has gone on Call Her Daddy to talk all about that weird breakup post… We’re diving into all of it in a jam-packed Welcome To My Algorithm. And later: let’s unpack the viral clip of a successful woman saying she’s never had imposter syndrome: because for some reason, that’s apparently a bit controversial… Huge thanks to...

Feb 02, 202547 minSeason 1Ep. 730

A fake love story (and a very real one)

Hiiii hi hi! On today’s show: Setting the record straight on those Barack Obama/Jennifer Aniston rumours, Gracie Abrams defends her opening act from bizarre stan culture, and then, Triple J’s Hottest 100 came around again, so how relevant in 2025 is both the countdown and the youth radio station in general? Plus, Robert Pattinson trolls the press once more. And then, 2025’s first Slow News Week!!!! This week Mich recommended Richard Scolyer’s episode of Patient Zero on Australian Story/ABC iView...

Jan 29, 202555 minSeason 1Ep. 729

A quick and dirty with aplomb!

Hi hi hi! Today on the show, it’s the Quick and Dirty to end all Quick and Dirties! We’re diving into all the headlines we missed over the break. Like… Brad and Ange’s divorce has finally been settled, Vanity Fair are wondering whether or not Harry and Meghan are even interesting anymore, Zendaya and Tom Holland are engaged, Hugh Jackman and Sutton Foster made their public debut as a couple and… Adrian Portelli’s 50k controversy… On this episode, Zara recommended In Memorium by Alice Winn. Mich ...

Jan 26, 202552 minSeason 1Ep. 728

Our review of the Molly-Mae documentary

Hello hello! It’s the first Saturday review of 2025! On today’s show: The Molly-Mae documentary. What were we expecting? Did the doco deliver? We unpack it alllll in this episode. Big thanks to KX Pilates for making this episode possible. Head to kxpilates.com or download the KX Pilates App to find a class near you. And! You can get $10 off their intro offer with the code KX10OFF, making it $50 for 5 classes. Your hosts today were Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1), Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald)...

Jan 24, 202535 minSeason 1Ep. 727

It... doesn't end

Hiiii hi hi! We’re back on board, baby! Which of course means that on today’s show, it’s time for us to unpack all of those It Ends With Us developments. We’ll be discussing everything from Blake Lively’s sexual assault allegations against Justin Baldoni, to Justin Baldoni’s $400 million countersuit. There’s so much to discuss that we’re going to spend a whole damn episode on it. This week, Mich and Zara came through with a lotttaaaa book recs! They’re all linked below: The Wedding People by Ali...

Jan 22, 202557 minSeason 1Ep. 726

Don't Worry Darling: Part Two

Hi hi! Welcome back to part two of our series unpacking Don't Worry Darling. Are we feeling worried yet? Thankyou so much to Elite Eleven and their Aura summer range for making this episode of Shameless possible. Another huge shoutout to Denada! Don’t forget to check out Shameless Media’s new interview show, Inherited, out now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. 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...

Jan 20, 202544 minSeason 1Ep. 724