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In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 24: "The Real Reason I Left Hollywood"On the tail end of Ellie sharing her opinion on the recent allegations in regard to Jared Leto published by Airmail, Ellie shares some of the real reasons she walked away from living in Hollywood – after years of being invited to “meetings” that turned into grooming setups, being groped by a powerful CEO, and watching agencies knowingly feed young talent into the machine, she decided enough was enough.These aren’t hypotheticals…. This is what really happened. We break down the real experiences, the teams that protect predators, and the toxic culture the industry would rath...2025-06-221h 05
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEP 23: “Why Love is looking Like a Lost Cause (And What to Do About It)Is love dead, or are we just doing it wrong? After the fallout from our OnlyFans episode, we’re unpacking why modern dating feels doomed — from commitment issues and dating app fatigue to the rise of sex robots and the death of deep connection. We break down the stats, spill listener tea, and ask the big question: can love still be saved… or are we all just swiping ourselves into oblivion?Keep up with the latest on:Instagram: @irlwithusTikTok: @irlwithusWant to partner? Contact: contact@elliegonsalves.com2025-06-161h 41In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 22: Uber Fails, Voting & Daisy DramaIn this episode of IRL with Ellie and Ross the couple talk about friends who tank your Uber rating, what actually constitutes 5 stars, should voting be mandatory when people barely understand what they are voting for and the annoying comments "my dog passed at that age" when out with Daisy.Keep up with the latest on:Instagram: @irlwithusTikTok: @irlwithusWant to partner? Contact: contact@elliegonsalves.comProduced by: Fōcl Media2025-06-0847 min
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 21: Liberation or Survival? Is the OnlyFans Dream Just a Scam in Disguise?This week on IRL with Ellie & Ross, we’re tearing down the façade of the OnlyFans fantasy. It’s sold as freedom — a fast track to money, confidence, and control. But behind the over glamorization is a much darker reality: emotional labour, digital footprints you can’t erase, and survival masked as empowerment.We’re talking about the marketing machine that funnels this world straight to teens — how sex work is glamorized on social media, and how big brands are now using sex workers from these platforms to target their youngest fans. Is it really abo...2025-06-021h 11In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 20: Ellie on Big Brother VIP - Housemates, Friendships & DramaJoin Ross and Ellie Gonsalves for an episode of IRL as they dive into Ellie’s wild ride on Big Brother VIP (2021)! In this tell-all, Ellie spills the tea on what really went down in the Sydney house, from 24/7 surveillance and communal showers to strategic alliances, drama and shocking betrayals. Expect juicy behind-the-scenes stories, like her fake tan standoff with Big Brother and the emotional highs and lows of outsmarting housemates. Ellie sets the record straight on media spin, addresses Omarosa’s claims, and reflects on her unlikely bond with Cait...2025-05-251h 02In Real Life With Ellie & RossEP 19: Filthy Rich & Homeless – Ellie’s Wake-Up CallFrom sleeping rough to raising $10k – how 10 days on the streets shattered Ellie’s beliefs… and changed her life forever.What happens when a model and reality TV star agrees to give up everything – no phone, no wallet, no help – and live on the streets for 10 days? In this emotional episode, Ellie shares the brutal truth behind her time on SBS’s Filthy Rich & Homeless… and the moment everything she thought she knew about homelessness crumbled.Dropped 100km from Sydney with nothing but a sleeping bag, Ellie slept rough, begged for foo...2025-05-211h 27
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEP 18: Billion-Dollar Success & the Richest Life Money CANNOT BuyJoin Ellie and Ross for a candid conversation with Michael Saba, one of the owners in the $1.7 billion Swisse sale who still refers to himself and his family as coming from the richest family with no money. In this episode, Michael pulls back the curtain on why he not only continues to work, but what drives his passion and energy. Sharing his keys to success in;BusinessFamilyHealthLiving a TRULY rich lifeFrom lessons learned through high-stakes deals to nurturing a thriving family, Michael’s story is packed with...2025-05-111h 32
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 17: Lingerie, Jealousy & Laxatives: A Love StoryWhite lace, sweaty calves, jealousy and a toothbrush used very inappropriately… yep, we’re back.This week, we’re recapping our vow renewal fairytale and the very spicy Honey Birdette shoot that followed — starring Ellie in lingerie AND Ross playing “husband”. We also dive into jealousy, body image, and whether Ross has ever regretted encouraging one of Ellie’s iconic (read: mostly naked) cover for Treats! Magazine.Then it’s time for our 3–5K running challenge update: Ellie’s calves are screaming, Ross won’t stop talking mid-run, and we settle the ultimate...2025-05-0452 min
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 16: What It Really Takes to Create a Dream Wedding With Alysia BridgerIn this episode of In Real Life with Ellie & Ross, Ellie and Ross pull back the curtain on the magic (and craziness) of luxury event planning with the one and only Alysia Bridger. They trace back to when they met at Ellie’s unforgettable 30th, unpack the vision behind their Vogue-featured wedding at La Luna, and relive the secret Bridgerton-style vow renewal that went TikTok viral.From last-minute rainstorms to white-horse surprises, Alysia shares her secrets, shares the wildest requests she’s ever received (yes, including the NAKED client request), her best advice on plan...2025-04-271h 33
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 15: Evolving in Real Time – Grief, Films & New ChallengesIn this episode of In Real Life with Ellie & Ross, Ellie and Ross unpack a rollercoaster of growth, grief, and new challenges. Ellie opens up about the 10-year anniversary of her dad’s passing, sharing how loss has shaped her empathy and drive, while Ross reflects on their shared journey. They dive into the wild world of Zombie Plane, Ellie’s new film with Vanilla Ice and Chuck Norris and they expose shady behind-the-scenes drama from past projects Ellie has been involved in.Plus, the couple spills on their unexpected 3–5K daily run challenge—because...2025-04-201h 07In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 14: The Surprise Vow Renewal That Went Viral: 10+ Million Views, 2 Couture Dresses, a White Horse, Tears & TrollsIn this first episode of In Real Life with Ellie & Ross for 2025, Ellie and Ross discuss “The Surprise Vow Renewal That Went Viral: 10+ Million Views, 2 Couture Dresses, a White Horse, Tears & Trolls.”Ellie pulled off the ultimate surprise: a surprise Bridgerton-style vow renewal that left Ross absolutely speechless… and sobbing. We’re talking a white horse, two custom Steven Khalil couture dresses, a six-month undercover mission with wedding planner Alysia Bridger, and a whole lotta love (and tears). In this episode, we spill everything, from how Ellie pulled it off with...2025-04-1347 minIn Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 13: In Real Life with Terri Irwin – Raising Kids, Losing Her Soulmate, and Leading a LegacyIn this week’s episode, we’re joined by the extraordinary Terri Irwin - wildlife warrior, conservation icon, author, and mother to Bindi and Robert Irwin. A true pioneer in wildlife preservation, Terri co-founded Australia Zoo and the Wildlife Warriors foundation, while also navigating the challenges of raising two kids in the public eye after the tragic loss of her soulmate, Steve Irwin. In this heartfelt conversation, Terri shares the life lessons she’s passed on to her children, how she’s balanced fame with family, and the powerful strength it took to keep going. T...2024-12-2243 minIn Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 12: IRL with Bindi Irwin & Chandler Powell: Love, Bullying, Endo, and Life in the SpotlightThis week on In Real Life with Ellie and Ross, we’re joined by power couple Bindi Irwin and Chandler Powell for an episode packed with love, laughter, and the kind of heartfelt honesty that will leave you inspired.
In This Episode:
Bindi and Chandler share the story of how they met while Bindi opens up about the challenges of growing up as a “child star” and dealing with relentless online bullying. She talks about the people who helped her through the toughest moments and how she’s found her strength over the year...2024-12-1847 minIn Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 11: In Real Life with Robert Irwin: Life, Love & Wild EncountersThis week, we’re diving into the wild (literally) with our good mate Robert Irwin, and we get PERSONAL. In this episode:What’s it really like growing up with the whole world watching you? Robert spills on the highs, the lows, what it’s REALLY like trying to find love, and carrying on the Irwin legacy while still trying to carve out his own path as a young man. We also get into: The wildest animal (and celebrity) encounters of his life. Whether he’s ever had imp...2024-12-1531 minIn Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 10: IRL Conversations: What’s Driving Us Crazy, What’s Giving Us Hope & How We Focus & ResetIn this first episode of IRL “Conversations”, Ellie and Ross discuss “What’s Driving them Crazy, What’s Giving them Hope & How they Focus and Reset”
Ellie and Ross dive into the everyday annoyances that as Ross likes to say are ‘Grinding his gears’ and Ellie flat out says are ‘Pissing her off’ — like why tipping before service feels like a scam and whether donation prompts at checkout are actual charity or just corporate greed in disguise.
They also question the expectations of weddings (should your friends really go broke for YOUR big day...2024-12-011h 19In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 9: Red Flags, L❤️VE Languages & Our Unhinged Q&ARed Flags, Love Languages & Listener Questions: The Secrets Behind 15+ Years TogetherIn this juicy, unfiltered finale of the two-part series on building a lasting relationship, Ellie and Ross dive deep into the messy, magical, and downright hilarious realities of 15+ years together.What’s Inside This Episode: Red Flags: How to spot them and what to do when they’re waving—because not all that glitters is gold. Love Languages: Discover the 5 love languages and how Ellie and Ross ranked theirs to strengthen their bond. Communication in Chaos: Can you actually...2024-11-241h 41In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 8: 15+ Years of Love, Connection & Lessons: Our Relationship BlueprintHow do you build a relationship that lasts over 15 years, through life’s curveballs, loss, career chaos, and even feeding crocodiles? Ellie and Ross are sharing their personal blueprint for love, trust, and partnership in this juicy, laugh-out-loud episode of IRL with Ellie & Ross.
What’s Inside This Episode:
• How They Got Together: From a high school flirtation to falling head over heels two years later, discover how fate—and Ellie’s BS claim about her “fashion business goals”—ignited their love story.
• Why Marriage Took Forever: Career ambitions, personal heartbreaks, and R...2024-11-171h 10In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 7: Navigating Grief & Loss: Connecting with Our Dads with David the MediumIn this final episode of Grief & Loss, Ellie and Ross invite special guest, David the Medium, to see if they can connect with their dads while exploring the mysteries of the afterlife.
Have you ever wondered what happens after we pass? Can
spirits really communicate with us, and if so, how? Do our loved ones still find ways to be with us, even after they’re gone? If these questions have ever crossed your mind, you’re not alone — and this episode is for you.
David the Medium brings a unique a...2024-11-101h 18In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 6: Navigating Grief & Loss: Ellie’s Breaking Point & Ross’ Heartbreaking JourneyJoin Ellie and Ross as they discuss the intense and often unspoken realities of grief. In this second part of the three-part series 'Navigating Grief & Loss', Ross shares the devastating impact of losing his father to cancer and how it reshaped his life and his bond with Ellie. Ellie opens up about hitting an unimaginable low after her father’s passing, facing choices and moments that would forever change her. Together, they dive into the brutal highs and lows of loss, revealing how grief can push us to our limits and transform us in ways we’d never expect.
2024-11-031h 18In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 5: Navigating Grief & Loss: Ellie's Journey Through LossIn "Ellie's Journey Through Loss," the first episode of our poignant three-part series on Navigating Grief and Loss, Ellie bravely shares her personal story following the heartbreaking suicide of her father. Join Ellie and Ross as they delve into the profound effects this loss has had on their lives.In this deeply reflective episode, we’re exploring:Heartfelt Memories: Ellie shares powerful stories that illuminate the special bond she had with her dad and the unforgettable moments that shaped their relationship.The Shocking Call: Experience the gut-wrenching details of the phone call that change...2024-10-271h 11In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 4: Our Childfree Choice: The Final Word, Your Questions, Our Reflections, & HypotheticalsIn "The Final Word: Your Questions, Our Reflections, & Hypotheticals," we’re closing out our "Our Childfree Choice" series with an episode that that asks the big what ifs. Get ready for candid listener feedback and heated discussions that explore the realities of choosing a childfree life. In this explosive finale, we’re tackling:Your burning questions, from what would we do if Ellie was to fall pregnant, embryo freezing and the fear of aging without kidsOur reactions to listener comments that shine a light on the pressures surrounding parenthoodHypothetical scenarios that could make us ret...2024-10-211h 08
In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 3: Our Childfree Choice: Do We Hate Kids? Ross’ List, Gender Expectations & What Society ExpectsIn 'Perspectives and Expectations', we delve deep into the complexities of choosing a childfree life. Get ready for Ross' brutally honest take on the viral '117 Reasons' list, and we discuss hidden pressures faced by men, women, and couples. From laugh-out-loud moments to hard-hitting truths, this episode is your front-row seat to the conversation everyone's talking about but few dare to have. In this episode, we're getting into:Ross' perspective on the '117 Reasons to Remain Childfree' listThe stark differences in expectations for men vs. women when it comes to having childrenInsight...2024-10-1356 minIn Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 2: Our Childfree Choice: Facing Backlash, Haters, Supporters, and Our Top 3 ReasonsIn 'Our Childfree Journey: Facing Backlash, Haters, Supporters, and Our Top 3 Reasons'; we dive headfirst into the storm that followed Ellie’s ‘117 Reasons to Remain Childfree’ list. From praise and support to intense backlash, the reactions were explosive. We also unpack our top 3 reasons why we each want to live a child free life. In this episode, we’re getting into:The wide range of reactions – reading the heartwarming support to the outright hate we receivedThe most talked-about controversial reasons from the listSharing how we’ve navigated the 'controversy' Discuss the common criticisms br...2024-10-091h 10In Real Life With Ellie & RossEp 1: Our Childfree Choice Ellie’s 117 Reasons to Remain Childfree, the List That Divided the InternetWelcome to the first episode of "IN REAL LIFE with Ellie & Ross”. Diving deep into a topic that sparks plenty of conversation: the choice to live childfree. Ellie shares her list of 117 REASONS TO REMAIN CHILDFREE and what lead us to make this decision. In this episode, we discuss:- motivations for this podcast series- why the ‘117 reasons to remain child free’ list was created and then shared publicly- what personal experiences shaped this decision. - the mixed reactions we have received—from supportive messages...2024-10-0649 min
Stories of StrengthRedefining Strength with Ellie GonsalvesOn this episode of Stories Of Strength, Jay is joined by Model, Actress, Entrepreneur, and Wildlife Warriors Ambassador, Ellie Gonsalves! Born and raised in Brisbane, Australia, Ellie is an accomplished entrepreneur and the Co-Founder of athleisure brand, 9186 Collective, as well as the NFT project 'Crypto Girl Originals & Crypto Girl Collectables' with her partner Ross Scutts. She sits down with Jay to share her story, talk about her definition of strength, coping with the suicide of a loved one, and even gives some insight into how she's become so successful in all of her pursuits. This is an episode you...2022-10-2542 min
Dream Chasers: Where Hustle Meets House MusicDC 184: Ross Scutts and Ellie Gonsalves - The CryptoGirl LaunchAdam Carswell shares his interview from his show, The Shift, where he brings on special guests Ross Scutts, co-creator of CryptoGirl, and Sanyika Coon, NFT expert, to discuss the launch of the new NFT project CryptoGirl.In this episode, Ross and Sanyika talk about:How Ross and his partner Ellie came up with the CryptoGirl NFT collection The excitement in the NFT space with new projects launching The collection of NFTs and other aspects of the CryptoGirl projectThe growing differences between substantive NFT projects and less meaningful NFTs...2021-11-231h 20