Best Rosie Burrows Podcasts (2025)

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119 - How Rosie Met Roula: A Platonic Podcast Love Story 14:08

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Send us a text Ever wondered how Rosie and Roula crossed paths and ended up hosting a podcast together? Spoiler: it started with a random online challenge, a vague forum post, and a whole lot of winging it. In this episode, we spill the story of how we met, became friends, and ended up recording over 100 episodes side by side (virtually). We also m…

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118: Is It OK To Use AI To Write Your Emails? 14:40

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Send us a text Are we lazy, less creative humans for using AI to help us write things? Or are we just evolving with the times? In this episode, Rosie confesses to feeling guilty for using AI in her emails—and Roula goes full passionate podcast voice to set the record straight. We chat about: Why using AI doesn’t mean you’re not doing the work – The…

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117: Tuning Out From Boring Conversations - We're All Guilty 13:46

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Send us a text We’ve all been there: stuck in a never-ending chat where your brain checks out but your face keeps pretending. In this episode, Roula and Rosie dive into those painfully long-winded conversations—why they happen, how we deal, and what to do when you're the one doing the rambling. We cover: How to handle people who talk (and talk… and…

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116: How Self-Aware Are You, Really? 20:21

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Send us a text What happens when someone tells you your joke wasn’t funny—and not in a “bad timing” kind of way, but in a “that actually hurt me” kind of way? Do you shut down? Get defensive? Or say thank you and do better? In this episode, we dive into the big, messy, beautiful pool of self-awareness. From controlling your reactions to recognising…

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115: Stop Making Condescending Jokes 13:17

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Send us a text We’ve all been there—someone makes a joke at your expense, everyone laughs, and you’re left wondering if you’re being too sensitive or if they were actually just being a dick. In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into the fine line between playful banter and passive-aggressive digs disguised as “just jokes.” We get into: Why some jo…

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114: Making Love vs Fucking vs Having Sex. What's the Difference?! 15:22

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Send us a text Is “making love” just a polite way to say “sex”? Or does it mean something softer, slower... maybe a bit boring? In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into the language of sex: what we call it, why it matters, and whether saying “make love” is sweet, cringe or completely outdated. We cover: Why the term ‘making love’ makes us squirm …

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113: Wait… Do I Know You? Forgetting Faces & Faking It 13:54

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Send us a text We've all done it: smiled, nodded, and pretended we *definitely* knew that person who just greeted us like an old friend. In this episode, Roula and Rosie dive into the awkward art of forgetting people — and being forgotten. From unrecognised ex-colleagues to mystery street encounters, it’s all about memory, embarrassment, and saving…

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112: Why Being A Control Freak Isn't Always a Bad Thing 16:36

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Send us a text From dishwasher dramas to meeting meltdowns, we’re embracing the messy truth: most of us have a little control freak hiding inside. Roula dishes up a strong theory on spacing cutlery, Rosie interrogates every decision, and somehow we end up bonding over fear, trust, and perfectly stacked plates. We cover: Why you care so much about h…

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Announcing The Winners of Our 100th Episode Give-Away!! 10:35

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Send us a text In this bonus ep, we reveal the three listeners who won our competition (yep, we said two but picked three because we’re soft). We also chat about: The sweet and funny messages you sent us How it actually feels to hit 100 episodes Why Roula’s obsessed with the weather And why you *really* should follow the show (Rosie rolls her eyes …

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111: Why Hard Nipples and Erections Feel So Embarrassing Even Without Arousal 15:59

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Send us a text Why Are Nipples (and Boners) So Embarrassing? Why do we feel ashamed of perfectly natural bodily reactions, like hard nipples or spontaneous boners, even when they’re not sexual? This week, Rosie and Roula wade into a funny, awkward, and surprisingly freeing conversation about anatomy, puberty, and the weird rules we’ve all absorbed …

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110: Are You Too Polite to Say No? How to Escape Awkward Situations 14:04

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Send us a text We've all been there stuck in a conversation, a meeting, a moment that feels never-ending. Whether it's a neighbor who won’t take the hint, a friend oversharing at the worst time, or a social trap you didn’t see coming,how do you get out gracefully? In this hilarious and honest episode, Rosie vents about a 3-hour ordeal involving van…

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109: Interpol Alert - Speeding Tickets and Wrongful Arrest: Rosie and Roula Personal Police Stories 15:10

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Send us a text This one’s got it all: reckless driving, flashing lights, corrupt customs officers… and a couch that might be the most uncomfortable seat in Lebanon. Rosie and Roula get personal and a little lawless in this week’s episode, sharing wild stories about run-ins with the police, driving faux pas, and a full-blown wrongful arrest (yes, re…

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108: Check Your Screen Time. This is the Elephant in Every Room: Smartphones addiction 18:59

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Send us a text What is the first thing we use to do when we wake up: Go and Pee. What is the first thin we do when we wake up: We grab our phone and go to pee. We used to wake up, have breakfast, and go outside. Now, we wake up and check our phones before we even pee. This week, Rosie and Roula take a long, honest look at the ever-present device th…

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107: Rosie is Often Misgendered and is the Word "Guys" Gender Neutral? 16:54

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Send us a text “Wait… Are You a Guy?” Rosie got misgendered again. At karaoke. At Bunnings. Even in the bathroom. And this week, she’s finally talking about it. From dropping a wrench on her face (yes, really) to navigating the discomfort of being mistaken for a man, this episode dives into gender identity, expression, and what it means when strang…

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106: Can You Be More Than One Version of Yourself? Alter Ego Talks 12:35

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Send us a text Do You Have an Alter Ego? This week, Rosie and Roula dive into a question they weren't quite ready for: What even is an alter ego? From Sasha Fierce to Ziggy Stardust, we explore the fascinating idea of creating a different version of ourselves. But is an alter ego just for performers? Or do we all have one hidden somewhere—maybe in …

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105: Is Being Judgemental a Bad Thing? 9:37

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Send us a text Is Being Judgmental Always Bad? We all do it. Whether it's silently raising an eyebrow at someone’s outfit or voicing a strong opinion about someone’s choices , judgment is a part of how we move through the world. But is that really a bad thing? This week, Rosie and Roula go deep on the concept of judgment. After catching themselves …

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104: Budgie Smugglers & True Blue Laughs: Aussie Slang 101 13:39

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Send us a text When is a sandwich a sanga? Why are Speedos called budgie smugglers? And what in the world is whoop whoop? This week, Rosie quizzes Roula on the wild, wonderful, and often ridiculous world of Australian slang. It’s a playful episode full of misfires, laughter, and the kind of bonding that only happens when someone says "fair dinkum" …

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103: Not Fitting In: Breathwork, Ice Baths & Being the Outsider 16:41

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Send us a text Stranger Among Strangers: Breathwork, Ice Baths & Awkward Silence This week, Rosie and Roula dive headfirst literally and figuratively into the discomfort of being the odd one out. Roula recounts her experience at a breathwork and ice bath workshop where she arrived feeling like a total outsider in a room full of Dutch strangers. Cue…

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102: Can The Weather Control Our Life and Change Who We are? 11:41

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Send us a text Hot or Cold? How Weather Shapes Who We Are Can the weather change your mood, your lifestyle, your memories—even your identity? In this episode, Rosie and Roula go deep into a surprisingly emotional topic: the weather. From Lebanon to the Netherlands, Queensland to Darwin, they share how climate, seasons, and sunlight affect everythin…

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101: Just Dance, even if You Can't. You Don't Need Permission to Feel Joy! 14:20

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Send us a text You say you can’t dance? Good. Neither can we. And we’re doing it anyway. 🕺💃 In this joyful, vulnerable, and slightly ridiculous episode, Rosie opens up about her daily TikTok shimmy challenge—despite claiming she “can’t dance.” Roula dives into why dancing has always been a love language for her, and how it connects us to joy, freed…

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100: 100th Episode Celebration! Listeners Time for You to Join us and Win Some Cool Merch 11:26

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Send us a text We Made It to 100 (And We’re Giving Stuff Away) It’s our 100th episode! And what better way to celebrate than by giving you free stuff? This week, Rosie and Roula take a break from their usual rants and reflections to mark a massive milestone: 100 episodes of The Rosie and Roula Show. With matching merch (and some boob-staring), they…

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99: What Does Freedom Really Mean and What Does It Mean to You Today! 18:14

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Send us a text What Does Freedom Really Mean? What does freedom mean to you—right now, in this exact chapter of your life? In this raw and vulnerable episode, Rosie and Roula explore how freedom shows up differently for each of us—depending on who we are, how we were raised, and where life has brought us. What starts with a powerful book passage fr…

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98: What If Porn was made by Women for Women 19:20

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Send us a text What If Porn Was Actually... Made for Women? 💡💋 Rosie and Roula are going there. In this bold and honest conversation, they dive into what happens when porn is made *for* women — not just featuring them. From pleasure to power, this episode challenges the mainstream and embraces a new narrative around desire. In this episode, we unpa…

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97 - Let's talk about sex (No, Really) and the cultural baggage men and women carry around pleasure 18:55

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Send us a text Sex is everywhere except in our conversations. In this episode, Roula and Rosie get real about one of the most avoided yet essential topics: sex and relationships. From the silent expectations we carry to the myths we've been taught; they dive into how our lack of honest conversations about sex impacts everything from personal satisf…

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96: What’s Your Favorite Food? The One That Ignites Memories and Awakens Your Senses 12:55

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Send us a text "Tell Me What You Eat…" In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into something we all have strong feelings about : food. Not just eating it, but remembering it, sharing it, and passing it down. From zaatar-smeared manoushe eaten daily on the way to school, to lamb souvlaki tied to memories of love and loss, this episode is a reminder t…

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95: Why It's not Weird To Talk to Ourselves (also out loud! not only in our head) 14:57

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Send us a text Why We Talk to Ourselves (and Why It’s Not Weird) Do you ever narrate your day? Mutter under your breath in the supermarket? Say things like “nope, not that way” out loud to yourself? This week, Rosie and Roula dive into something surprisingly universal: talking to ourselves. From muttering in makeup aisles to full-blown inner monolo…

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94: Video Call Etiquette 19:45

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Send us a text From flaky podcast hosts to full-blown bedroom backdrops, we’re diving headfirst into the wild world of video calls. Roula’s got rules, Rosie’s got rage, and between us, we’ve seen way too many pillows in professional meetings. We cover: When being "on time" is actually late What to do when someone ghosts your call The awkward art of…

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93: Period Talk - How Menstruation Can Be A Time For Connection And Understanding 23:25

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Send us a text Ever felt like your body is betraying you once a month? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the often unspoken world of menstruation and its surprising role in fostering connection. In this episode, we unpack: How menstruation can be a time for connection and understanding within families The importance of educating …

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92: Accepting Compliments - Why Can’t We Just Say Thank You?! 13:09

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Send us a text You know that awkward moment when someone gives you a compliment and instead of saying “thanks,” you spiral into excuses, self-deprecation, or telling them exactly where you bought it on sale? Yep. We’re talking about that. In this episode, we unpack: – Why accepting compliments feels so damn uncomfortable What you're really doing wh…

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91: Are you intimidated by people who have packed weekend plans While you have none. 15:16

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Send us a text “Why Do You Care What I’m Doing This Weekend?” This week, Rosie and Roula tackle one of the most casually intrusive questions in everyday conversation: "What are your weekend plans?" It sounds harmless. But is it? Rosie shares a painfully awkward grocery store exchange that led her to question the social script we've all internalized…

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90: The Secret Relief of a Cancelled Plan, You didn't feel like going anyway! 15:31

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Send us a text The Secret Relief of a Cancelled Plan You know the feeling — that tiny buzz of joy when someone cancels a catch-up you didn’t really want to go to anyway. This week, Rosie and Roula open up a conversation we all relate to, but rarely admit out loud: the sweet, secret relief of a canceled plan. They explore the emotional tightrope bet…

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89: Should Stay at Home Parents Get Paid and How 14:17

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Send us a text Should Stay-at-Home Parents Get Paid? Roula and Rosie unpack the economic, emotional, and societal weight of unpaid parenting. From mental burnout to tax-funded solutions, they dig into why parenting often feels invisible and what could change if we actually valued it. With zero political qualifications and 100% real talk, they ask: …

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88: When Hard Truth is met with Defensiveness, Manipulation or Silence 16:19

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Send us a text Is It Really Your Fault They Feel That Way? “You made me feel like this.” Ever heard that line? Ever said it? This week, Rosie and Roula take on one of the trickiest dynamics in relationships: emotional responsibility. Who's accountable for how we feel? What happens when someone twists your words into their wounds? From gaslighting t…

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87: Would You Date Your Friend’s Ex? 12:48

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Send us a text So… is it ever okay to date a friend’s ex? Rosie reckons *maybe*, Roula’s got a *knife-point* story (yes, really), and things get a little spicy. We unpack: Why it *might* not be betrayal When it's actually about you, not them The difference between a “bad person” and a “bad match” And whether it’s time to just… get over yourself Thi…

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86: Can You Be Alone Without Feeling Lonely? 12:08

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Send us a text This one goes deep, fast. A listener hits us with the big question: *Can you be alone without being lonely?* And oof, we felt that. We explore: Why being alone doesn’t always equal loneliness When solitude feels empowering vs. when it stings Rosie’s van life take (solo but not sad) Roula’s early days in a new country and finding peac…

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85: Should You Call or Text When Having A Difficult Conversation? 13:55

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Send us a text This episode kicks off with a bold fashion statement: Roula reveals the most outrageous shoes in her collection—and yes, she wears them in public (kind of). But we quickly shift gears thanks to another question from our most dedicated listener: is it better to call or text? We dig into: Phone anxiety and childhood trauma (thanks, Mum…

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84: Can You Wear Crocs To A Wedding? 11:37

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Send us a text Crocs at a Wedding: Iconic or Inappropriate? One listener sent us four juicy messages—and this episode is dedicated to them. Kicking off with a theory about why men have nipples (you don’t want to miss Roula’s take), we then dive into the big debate: are Crocs ever acceptable at a formal event? From wedge-heeled clogs to silky brides…

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83: Is Losing Your Shit Ever Justified? 14:53

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Send us a text Roula and Rosie are asking the big question this time: what do you *really* think about people who lose their shit? Is it a sign of passion and overwhelm—or just poor emotional regulation? They dive into personal stories and uncomfortable reflections: - Rosie admits to shouting when she cares too much (and that one group project that…

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82: Do You Have A Resting Bitch Face? 11:28

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Send us a text Roula kicks off with a simple question: do you think you’re approachable? Cue Rosie spiralling into an identity crisis, confessing her resting bitch face and questioning whether her dog is the only reason strangers talk to her. The conversation zigzags through awkward small talk, people-pleasing, and what it really means to be “frien…

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81: Is Goal Setting A Waste of Time? 14:02

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Send us a text Rosie kicks things off with a dramatic question: is goal setting stupid? Roula’s not having it—she’s got daily goals, backup goals, food-related goals, and a whole philosophy to go with them. Meanwhile, Rosie admits she’s just been… waking up. No intention, no direction—just vibes. They dive into why setting goals can feel both empow…

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80: Does What We Wear Define Us? 16:09

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Send us a text Do Clothes Really Make the Person? Roula throws a question at Rosie while she’s mid-salami bite: do clothes make the person? What starts off as a light, silly chat quickly becomes a surprisingly raw conversation about appearance, first impressions, confidence (or lack of it), and how we choose to show up in the world. Rosie opens up …

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79: Is Peeing In The Shower OK or Just Plain Gross? 13:10

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Send us a text What started as a casual question turned into a full-blown confessional. Roula admits she might have lied (or misremembered?) about how she got into the habit of peeing in the shower—and Rosie wants to know: is it actually environmentally friendly, or just an excuse? They also cover the weird things we find gross (Roula’s fine with u…

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78. Show Me How You Drive, I tell You Who You Are 14:21

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Send us a text Are You a Road Rager or a Granny Driver? This week, Rosie and Roula hit the gas on a high-energy conversation about driving styles—and the unspoken rules of the road. From tailgating and speeding to cultural chaos behind the wheel, they swap stories of road rage, reckless Ubers, and why a smooth stop can be the ultimate flex. Roula c…

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77. Do You Feel Guilty Doing Nothing? 10:25

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Send us a text Feeling Guilty for Doing Nothing? You're Not Alone. In a world that glorifies hustle and productivity, Rosie and Roula slow things down to talk about a guilt almost all of us carry: the guilt of doing… nothing. Why do we feel bad for resting? Why do our weekends need to be "productive"? Why does boredom feel like failure? This week, …

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76. Night Owls vs Early Riser: Who's Got It Right? 7:56

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Send us a text Rosie is a midnight mastermind. Roula is up with the sun. This week, we dive deep into the funny (and frustrating) tension between night owls and early birds and what our sleep schedules say about how we live. From guilt about sleeping in to the joy of empty morning streets, they unpack how society is rigged for the 9-to-5ers… and wh…

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75. Big Boobs, Small Boobs: Does It Even Matter? 11:23

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Send us a text In this episode, Rosie and Roula get personal, playful, and unexpectedly deep about… boobs. From A-cups to E-cups, breast envy to back pain, they dive into body image, societal expectations, and what it means to feel feminine or not in a world that constantly has opinions about our bodies. Rosie opens up about life on the small-boob …

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74. Who Should Pay on the First Date? 11:47

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Send us a text Romance, money, and… awkward silences. In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive headfirst into a classic dating dilemma: who picks up the bill on date number one? What starts as a chat about etiquette quickly unravels into something deeper—expectations, power dynamics, gender norms, and how we handle (or avoid) talking about money. Rosi…

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73: When I Grow Up, I will be... 10:31

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Send us a text "What Did You Want to Be When You Grew Up?" From superstar singer to best-selling author, this episode dives into childhood dreams and how life — and our bodies, parents, and practicality — often get in the way. This week, Rosie and Roula get deeply personal. From Rosie’s chip-eating vengeance to Roula’s Cyndi-Lauper-inspired daydrea…

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72: Was Paris Hilton's Sex Tape Really Leaked, Or Was It A Strategic Move? 16:40

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Send us a text Sex Tapes: Leaked or Launched? From Paris Hilton to Pamela Anderson, “leaked” sex tapes have shaped careers, sparked scandals, and provoked endless debate. But how many of these tapes are truly accidental and how many are strategic moves dressed as tabloid chaos? This week, Rosie and Roula wade into murky waters, asking uncomfortable…

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71: Control and Shame - the 9 to 5 Work Hours 15:51

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Send us a text The 9-to-5 Lie: Control, Shame & Why It’s Still Broken The 9-to-5 grind: we all know it, but should we still tolerate it? In this week’s episode, Rosie and Roula dive into the frustration of rigid office hours, cultural shaming, and the outdated rules that control us. From skipping lunch to working overtime for free, they discuss how…