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Amusing PodcastWhy do bad things happen to good people? (Any Ordinary Day by Leigh Sales)Why do bad things happen to good people? Why can life be so unfair? Can we predict how we will behave in the face of adversity? Join us as we share our thoughts on journalist Leigh Sales' book, 'Any Ordinary Day' - a book about tragedy, fairness and the human condition. For a laugh, and to see some questionable posture, be sure to check out our socials.IG: @amusingpodcast_TikTok: @amusingpodcastIf you're still here, THANK YOU! This is our third year doing this podcast and we're hoping that’s earned us...
2025-06-0836 minAmusing PodcastWe're BACK and chit chatting about Dating! (+ What 'should' we be doing right now?)Welcome to all our friends, new and old, tuning in! We’re so excited to be back behind the microphones, chatting about all the places our minds have wandered over the past few months—gigs, mosh pits, sparkling water, waitressing, and more. We're thinking about: What 'should' we be doing right now? One minute, we’re encouraged to travel as much as possible in our 20s, and the next, we’re being told to wake up at 5AM and climb the corporate ladder. So, how do we deinfluence ourselves from all of the noise? Oh, and let’s not forget abo...
2025-04-0941 min
Medical EducatalksDMEG Med Ed CafeIn this episode we speak to some of the new members of the committee: Nav, Issy, Mel, Jun and Mikey discuss their experiences and expectations for the year ahead.
2024-12-0939 minAmusing PodcastLet’s Muse on 2024 (Life Changing Conversations, Friendship, Backpacking and more)And so this concludes another year of podcasting! We've sat, we've had a ponder and we've concocted a list of questions to spark some personal reflections of the past 11 months. What have we learnt in 2024? What was the most interesting conversation? Who inspired us? Join our final episode of the year, for some collective musing.
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2024-11-2755 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing: I always hear my housemates getting it on, what should I do?Dilemmas, we all have them. Some big, some small, and often very annoying. So here we are, your agony aunts ready to save the day and tell you exactly what we think of your situation! How to tell your friends you can hear them having 'fun' every single night, should you send that third message to your new friend, and how manageable is juggling a part time job and uni for first years? We have all the answers and more.
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2024-11-1434 minAmusing PodcastTired, stressed, emotional? Let's catch upThis time of year has us both feeling a bit emotional, between exam stress, life changes, and even the spice level of hot pot. Mel’s back from her backpacking adventure, ready to share stories from far north Queensland, while Issy preps for end-of-year exams and tackles ways to manage stress. We dive into how big (or small) life changes - or the lack thereof - may influence our emotions. What can our feelings reveal, and how can tuning into them help us to better understand ourselves? Join us for all that and more.
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2024-10-3134 minAmusing PodcastOfficeworks Customer Service, an Awkward Lunch Encounter and Remember Arbonne?It's 2024, and as if printing at home is still a pain in you know what?! Maybe it is better than being victim to the customer service at an Officeworks though... Where is the best and worst customer service found? Join in today as we reflect on some awkward moments of everyday life, we're talking flat smiles, corporate lingo and long periods of silence. Plus what actually makes something awkward anyway? Today we also unpack multilevel marketing schemes otherwise known as MLMs and specifically the infamous 'Arbonne'. If you have ever been a victim to their marketing ploys, tested their...
2024-10-1646 minAmusing PodcastAround the World with Stephanie Baker (the lifestyle of a traveller)Today we are joined by avid traveller Stephanie Baker. Steph has travelled to 60 different countries around the globe and counting! She is a tour leader, disability support worker and jack of all trades with 6 qualifications and no end to her learnings in sight. Steph is not short of stories, as she recounts some of her most remarkable travel experiences including her trip through Kenya and some of her most challenging moments on the road. We speak about solo travel, self-growth and the pursuit of life passions. Why should people travel? How do you find the courage to travel alone...
2024-10-0252 minAmusing PodcastThe Midnight Library - What is the Best Way to Live?Nora Seed is on the edge of life and death within the Midnight Library. She has the chance to relive as if she had done things differently. The opportunity to rewrite her biggest regrets... In this episode we give you the lowdown on this novel, 'The Midnight Library' by Matt Haig. We delve into all of our juicy thoughts about the characters, writing style, and major themes. Of course we will also tell you our ratings and reflections on the book too. What did we think overall? What can we learn from Nora about the theme of regret? And...
2024-09-3043 minAmusing PodcastWe made a Secret SocietySkull and Bones, Illuminati, The Knights Templar, Freemasons; secret societies have been around for ages. But what is a secret society, and what does it take to be in one? Bit of a different episode for you all today! Listen in as we get our creative juices flowing and tell you what our secret societies would be all about. Would you want to join?
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2024-09-1850 minAmusing PodcastIt’s Season 2 of our 'Full Time Hobby'!It's season 2 baby and our full time hobby is getting a makeover! Today we have a chitchat about our super fun photo shoot and reflect on our podcasting journey over the last couple of years. We also share our thoughts on resilience (what's it all about?) and chat about some ridiculous moments from the iconic 2000's reality tv show, American Cheapskates. Join in at risk of amusement!
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2024-09-0456 minAmusing PodcastINTRODUCING "Amusing with Issy & Mel" Season 2What's next for Amusing? Well, it is back with Season 2! Join Issy and Mel for more book reviews, dating catch-ups, dilemma diaries and sprinkles of wisdom. This is the show for wholesome heart to hearts, philosophical ramblings and a healthy amount of introspection. These girls are your best friends, big sisters and agony aunts all rolled into one, here to muse and be amused by life!
2024-09-0300 minAmusing PodcastIs Seeing Believing?Today we're giving you our thoughts on the saying 'life is like...' Is it like a box of chocolates, or a train whizzing past, or a bicycle ready to tip over? Perception is a funny thing. It is highly influenced by our personality types, experiences, emotions and perhaps even attachment styles among other things. Why can we perceive things to be so vastly different from others?
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2024-08-1438 minAmusing PodcastBrat, Sea Moss, Carhartt: What Trends Influence You and Why?Trends are inescapable if you go anywhere near social media. Carhartt, sea moss, Brat, Stanley cups and cancel culture; all sorts of things ‘trend’ online, and often. But what makes something trendy? And why should we care that we are being influenced? Today we chat about what makes a trend, where they come from and how do we de-influence ourselves in a world of overconsumption?!
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2024-07-3152 minAmusing PodcastConversations On Love - How Can We Love Better?Discussing our latest read 'Conversations on Love' by Natasha Lunn. Featuring a compilation of interviews strung together by the author's personal experiences, this book has innumerable gems of wisdom to share on love, loss and grief. Today we share our thoughts on the book's insights around: How do we find love? How do we sustain love? And how do we survive losing love? Join in for a collection of our reflections and vital takeaways on the big L word.
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2024-07-1744 minAmusing PodcastEating Glass and Seeing Sounds - Life is WeirdDribble time is back! We are weird, people are weird and so join us for 30 minutes to chat about the oddities of life. Strange addictions, peculiar body curiosities and more, we've got you covered.
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2024-07-1037 minAmusing PodcastLet’s catch up! (Motorbiking in Vietnam, 10th wheeling and finding mid-year motivation)Issy is back! We hear about her adventures motorbiking through Vietnam, the iced salt coffees consumed, lush scenery traversed and lots of poop stories in between. In the meantime, Mel's been having random revelations about life, good karma and dating to share. Grab a cuppa, take a stroll in the sunshine or catch up with us on your way home!
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2024-07-0339 min
Showroom Cinema PodcastShowroom Cinema Podcast - JulyThe Showroom Cinema Podcast is your new way to find out everything we're screening this month!
In the inaugural Nathan Makalena, Content Coordinator, and Issy Harrop, Assistant Programmer for Young Audiences, chat through the July programme with special guests Juno Books, Mel Gourlay of FFS Festival and GODZILLA, King of the Monsters himself.
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1:02 - 4:44: Family Time Films in July
5:21 - 7:08: KaiJuly season review
12:46 - 24:16: A month of horror with Mel Gourlay
52:30 - 56:18: Juno Books reading recommendations for Orlando / Orlando, My...
2024-07-0259 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing: Cheap dates, psychologists and friendship breakups?Welcome back to Ask Amusing, a series where we unpack your sticky situations. Should I see a psychologist? When's it time to break up with a friend? Medical school, cheap dates and more of your questions. Sit in with your agony aunts for some big sister, best friend advice on these questions! Don't forget you can send in your own situations via the Qoohme link in our Insta bio.
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2024-06-2621 minAmusing PodcastThe irony of introspection: are we prisoners to our own thoughts?We are big promoters of reflection and self-awareness but it's time to address the elephant in the room! We have begun to wonder if being too introspective could be just plain exhausting? I mean, imagine if we decided to switch off our desire to better ourselves and muted our self-critical internal monologue. Instead of finding ways to be more productive, fitter or smarter, maybe we could just take a backseat for a while and enjoy our lives. Would we be more carefree? Less stressed? Having more fun? How do we find the balance between helping ourselves improve and just...
2024-06-1933 minAmusing PodcastWill you regret that?Regrets... we've all got them. But, what is regret? What do we often regret in our 20's? And why might we experience that all too familiar feeling of missing out or wasting time? Life is a juggling act at the best of times as we wonder whether we should travel now or wait until we've started a professional career? Should we seek a romantic relationship, or spend our 20's single? Perhaps there are no correct answers. So how do we navigate these risks and find the courage to take a leap?
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2024-06-0529 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing: Help! I've never been in a relationship...Sip and savour these prickly dilemmas with us! Don't forget you can send in your own dilemmas through the Qoohme link in our bio on Insta!
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2024-05-2934 minAmusing PodcastA Little Life Part 2 - What in the world did we just read?We did it, we finally finished the book! Part 2 of our breakdown of A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara is here. In this episode we check back in on the predictions we made in part 1, chat about the character development and major themes as they unfolded and talk about the emotional rollercoaster of this novel. Would we recommend this book to a friend? Are we glad we read it? Listen in to join the Amusing Book Club and hear all our thoughts!
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2024-05-2647 minAmusing PodcastAre we in a 'do it yourself' society? (chatting inconvenience)It's 2024 and nearly everything is conveniently 'Goolgeable' or accessible at our fingertips. The existence of ChatGPT, Uber, self-checkouts and QR codes means we often don't need to lend a hand, or ask for help from others. But what are we missing out on by not inconveniencing others? We think it feels so fulfilling when you have a nice conversation with someone while at work, or when someone gives you a compliment. These small exchanges are far from inconsequential. Imagine how much more satisfying life could be if we were truly connected to one another.
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2024-05-2234 minAmusing PodcastIs comparison always the thief of joy?We feel that sometimes it can be far too easy to compare ourselves to others. Maybe we believe that someone else appears healthier, smarter or prettier than us, or has a nicer car, the perfect relationship or fantastic social skills. Perhaps in reality we all have strengths and weaknesses and rather than combating the drive to compare, we instead reflect upon what this feeling is telling us. Join us, as we chat about how to be curious about comparison and seize the opportunity to learn together.
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2024-05-1536 minAmusing PodcastLife is too short to be busy, are you caught in the busy trap?Are you too busy to be enjoying life? If you are someone that is constantly rushing around, telling your friends and family you are too busy for a catch up or feeling like you are just exhausted and don't have time for the things you enjoy, then you might be caught in the 'busy' trap. But what is the busy trap? How did we get in here? And how the heck do we get out of it? Tune in to hear our thoughts.
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2024-05-0841 minAmusing PodcastWhat would you do if Drake DM'd you?It's Dribble Time, catch up with us! Today we are thinking about conspiracies around your favourite movies, like how has the Simpson’s predicted so many events? We also investigate embarrassing messages to be left on seen to. What’s worse being left on seen or delivered? Hang around until the end as we tell you some of the best movie, documentary and book finds we’ve been stockpiling!
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2024-05-0140 minAmusing PodcastHow to beat the cold? - Our 10 must do's to make the most of this seasonIt's getting colder, darker and harder to get out of bed in the mornings! Tune in to today's episode for a light-hearted chit-chat and find out our 10 must do's for the cooler months ahead! (Hint* it doesn't include just bed socks and hot chocolate).
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2024-04-2438 minAmusing PodcastTo Hinge or not to Hinge?Dating can feel like a roller coaster in your 20’s and like many people, we want the perfect romance story. Maybe you meet your partner in real life, at a bar or cafe, fall in love, get married and go live by the beach. But what is a realistic love story in the 21st century? In today's episode we discuss modern romance and our thoughts around meeting people on the dating apps. We tackle some common anxieties around using the dating apps as well as how we overcame these. Finally, we share our best tips for a showstopping dating pr...
2024-04-1741 minAmusing PodcastA Little Life Part 1 - What’s all the hype?A Little Life by Hanya Yanagihara - whether you’ve read the book, looking to read it or you’re just here to see what the hype is all about, we’ve got you covered! Welcome to the first instalment of the Amusing Book Club - for readers, non-readers and the procrastinators like us stuck in between. In this episode we discuss our thoughts around the first half (ish) of the novel including a dissection of the characters, themes, how we feel overall and our predictions going forward. Grab your book, a cup of tea and listen in! Beware there...
2024-04-1434 minAmusing PodcastWhy our female friendships are the ultimate love story (Womanhood & Dolly Alderton)Through break-ups, breakdowns, challenges and the highs and lows of life, we feel that it is always our women friends we can depend on to have our backs. There is something special that we can all appreciate about female friendships and we think Dolly Alderton sums it up perfectly. Sit in for a chat about friendship, womanhood and the best love story of your life.
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Everything I Know About Love, Dolly Alderton
2024-04-1034 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing: Breaking up, Babysitting Friends and Toxic GossipMy best friend got a boyfriend and it sucks, what do I do? How do I get over my ex? Which is more important when it comes to dating, connection or compatibility? How do I navigate making new friends when my best friend is anxious? Join us for another series of Ask Amusing - breaking down your sticky dilemmas with our big sister, best friend advice.
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This American Life, Math or Magic
2024-04-0331 minAmusing PodcastHow does the Erasure of Women from History affect me?Have you ever considered how accurate your historical knowledge is? What if there are some main characters missing from your education? How could your societal perceptions be different due to this?
Eileen Blair, Rosalind Franklin and Katherine Johnson are some badass women that should have made it to your history class but more than likely didn't. So today we share the stories of some epic women who were 'erased' from history and importantly we reflect on how and why this affects people in their 20's today.
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Adam Grant Hidden figures with Margot...
2024-03-2738 minAmusing PodcastDribble time: Scoby for sale, the Salmon act & Hollywood's new starWe're asking questions and spilling our tea on the world, pop culture, and social media. Sit in for a chit-chat and some banter around bizarre laws, unusual Facebook Marketplace finds and oddly specific hypothetical scenarios.
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2024-03-2045 minAmusing PodcastHow do I stop obsessing over them?What's the secret to staying unattached to the people we date? What is it that makes us feel compatible with someone? How do I unlock a more secure and carefree version of myself while dating? Sit in for a chat with us as we reflect on the evolution of dating through our early to mid 20's. From carefree and fun to intentional dating - we share with you what we have learned that has helped us feel more neutral, and in control of our dating lives.
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2024-03-1350 minAmusing PodcastWhat if I am directionless in my 20’s?Our 20's is a confusing, experimental period of life - sometimes we feel like we have it all together and other times we can feel completely directionless or lost. Today we have an honest conversation around finding fulfilment and getting unstuck as we phase through different seasons of life. What leads us to feel directionless? And what could we do right now to help ourselves feel unstuck? We dissect how decision making and goal setting influences our sense of fulfilment and also reflect upon how we can get closer to uncovering our true life purpose. Tune in to find...
2024-02-2831 minAmusing PodcastWhat about love?If you are a self-care queen looking for some banter to fill your cup this Valentine's Day, then this episode is for you. Issy tells us the story of her embarrassing Instagram stalk this week and Mel reveals how she butt dialled a date. Sit in for a wholesome chat about love, loos and life!
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2024-02-1454 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing - Is honesty always the best policy and should you tell someone they can't sing?Buckle up because we have another bunch of prickly dilemmas for you. Today we talk about how to navigate FOMO and where the limit is with telling a white lie. What do you do if you feel uncomfortable about your boyfriend attending an event where there will be strippers? Is it possible to overcome large differences in beliefs when dating? Sit tight for all our big sister/best friend advice on these relatable situations.
2024-01-3147 minAmusing PodcastSelf sabotage or self control?Procrastination, perfectionism, declaring flaws and pushing people away who are good for us - did you know these can be subconscious forms of self-sabotage? May we be setting ourselves up for failure before we even have the chance to try? How can we learn to give things a go with confidence this year? Listen along as we share our thoughts around preparing ourselves for success this coming year.
2024-01-1734 minAmusing PodcastUber Rides, Revelations and Romance with James BadeToday we are joined by James Bade - a full time Uber driver turned wholesome tik-toker who has a lust for life, adventure and is in fact a long-time Muser. We will give you one guess as to how we met him last year!
James shares some of his most bizarre Uber stories and we dive deep into the evolving landscape of dating etiquette in 2024. Unraveling the unspoken 'rules' of romance in your 20s - ghosting? How to meet people in real life? Stick around as we unravel the tapestry of love, sharing embarrassing moments and stories t...
2024-01-031h 03Amusing PodcastBest & Worst of 2023 (+ last min gift inspo!)And with that, another year in the books! Amusing has now turned 1 and like any good parents we are reflecting on the year that has been. This year brought with it some of our favourite reads, staple clothing pieces and the worst Uber ride of our life, more on that in the episode though...
We have compiled a hearty list of our personal favourite books, trends and products from the past 12 months. So if you're still scrambling for gift ideas, let this offer you some inspiration!
2023-12-2057 minAmusing PodcastWhy do we like people watching? (Chatting Sonder and Empathy)Have you ever wondered about the life of a stranger? Felt curious about a random person who you pass on the street? Are we really unique, or are we more alike than we think?
Today we discuss the concept of 'Sonder' - a neologism that describes the realisation of strangers' complexity. If you enjoy people-watching, daydreaming, or musing about the mind's inner workings, you're in for a treat.
2023-12-0638 minAmusing PodcastDribble Time: High School Musical and the Tale of the Spicy NuggetGrab your popcorn and get ready to sink into the comfiest corner of your couch because this is about to get fun! We're spilling the tea on zesty Hinge chats— you know, those gems you toss into the group chat for a good laugh.
But hold onto your fries, we're not stopping there! Today we dive into the saucy world of McDonald's reviews. Brace yourselves; these Google showdowns pack more beef than a fast-food joint.
2023-11-2241 minAmusing PodcastAsk Amusing: Dating dilemmas, forgiveness and Moshi MonstersGet Ready for 'Ask Amusing' – Serving Up Sizzling Secrets and Spicy Solutions!
Must-We Forgive Wrongs? Swipe Right on Your Friend's Ex? Office Confessions? Taming Flaky Friends? Sip and Savor the Juicy Questions with Us!
2023-11-0851 minAmusing PodcastI'm lazy but so is my dog?Our pets lounge around all day and get away scot-free, so why can’t we?
We can sometimes feel pretty bad about ourselves when we are unproductive but why? Why do we place so much of our worth on our efficiency? Is laziness a good descriptor of our behaviour and why are we actually ‘lazy’? What could laziness potentially indicate and how can knowing this help us understand ourselves better?
In this episode we remind you why your couch potato days are warranted and discuss the nuance around the word 'lazy'.
2023-10-2537 minAmusing PodcastWhen in New York (Solo travel, Topdeck tours, London, Europe & fun travel stories)Ever wondered what a sex show in Amsterdam is like? Or how it feels to wander through the streets of New York on your own? What's it like to eat dinner by yourself? What about the experience of solo travel and Topdeck or Contiki tours? Why are there teddy bears perched across houses in Albania?
Today we welcome Mel back from her big solo trip around the globe. Earlier this year she quit her job to travel and it wasn't long after that she found herself strolling through the streets of Manhattan alone and devouring pasta in...
2023-10-111h 05Amusing PodcastDribble Time: Sulley is a dilf (Celebrity crushes, ASMR's, Pick up lines and more)Did Issy's friend throw her under the bus with a hinge profile revamp? What happened to Mel's dog on an evening stroll?
Catch up with us and strap in for this weeks Dribble Time. Let's chat celebrity crushes and decide if ASMR, pickles and designer items are hot or not. Could Pepper pig and Gordon Ramsey be more similar than we think? What's the best pick up line you've received? Tune in so you don't miss out.
2023-09-2737 minAmusing PodcastDear Diary... what the f*ck do I write in here?Have you ever flicked through your journal and thought ‘wOoow’ what a crazy time that was, glad I am not there anymore’ haha? We have too, and not only do we have a chuckle, but stopping to reflect allows us to see how greatly journalling has impacted us over the years.
We both began journalling about 2 years ago and since then, have noticed a shift towards more positive feelings within ourselves. So today we are taking a look back on our personal journalling styles and progress over the last couple of years. What do we find most satisfy...
2023-09-1347 minAmusing PodcastIs social media out to get us?You’ve heard it all before. Everyone talks about how they spend so much time on their phone and being Gen Z ourselves we can totally relate.
What compels us to pick up our phones? Is it procrastination, boredom, social awkwardness, or habit? What kind of manipulation tactics are social media companies using to keep us engaged and glued to our devices? How is it that social media is free?
Of course it would be useless to speak about reducing screen time if we didn’t provide practical strategies, so we hope to provide some insi...
2023-08-3043 minAmusing PodcastIs there a right time? - chatting decision making and taking risks in our 20’sLife in our 20's is newly bustling with responsibilities. New jobs, relationships, travel, personal commitments and a whole lot more. Throughout this time of transition and experimentation we can sometimes feel overwhelmed or confused regarding what is the 'right' thing to do. When it comes to effecting a change in our lives or taking a ‘risk’ on something or someone, we may even find ourselves in decision paralysis.
Today we challenge the notion of a 'right' time. Do we have to wait for a sign, or feel as though we have everything laid out perfectly before we can...
2023-08-1640 minAmusing PodcastDribble Time: About the time I spoke to Selena Gomez...We are back for another good old chin wag so you won't want to miss today's episode! You probably also want to tune in if you're a fan of riddles (really cool or really, really, really lame ones). Let's take a quick trip down memory lane to reminisce the Y2K period of social media; chronological Instagram, Kik and even Qoohme - remember any of these? Oh yeah, and the title of this episode definitely isn’t clickbait ;) Mel really did speak to Selena Gomez, so listen in to find out how that went down. Being haters at heart, we...
2023-08-0242 minAmusing PodcastWhat is the secret to meaningful friendships?Many of us will have had a number of friendships throughout our lives. These may be friends from our childhood, friends from primary or high school, friends we meet at work or uni, friends we make through travel or friends we live with. With time, changes in our lifestyle and expanding experiences it may be that we drift away from some people and become closer to others.
In this episode, we reflect upon our own relationship and chat about the natural evolution of our various friendships as we transition from adolescence to our mid 20’s. Why do we...
2023-07-1932 min
Awkward Talks007: Introducing The SHAPRA AKA Mel ✨ 💙 🤩 🥺Nau Mai hoki mai ki te Awkward Talks. On this week's episode we had the pleasure of sitting down with Mel, the new Sexual Harm Prevention And Response Advisor for Soundcheck Aotearoa. Not only is she serving the music industry in her incredibly important role, but she’s also ‘serving’ as the industry Aunty that we all need. This episode is packed with really important kōrero around our industry as we UNPACK the IMPACT that perpetuated poor behaviour has on our tight community. AND this conversation is also full of wholesome Mel stories, laughs and moments that make your he...
2023-07-071h 32Amusing PodcastCan sneezing be a green flag? (Chatting Red, Green & Beige Flags in Dating)We think everyone likes to poke fun and chat about the red and green flags of dating. Join us as we share some of our own obscure responses and divulge the juicy ones our fellow Musers have sent in.
Hold onto your hats because if your name starts with J you might be in trouble. Is wearing socks to bed weird? Should I call myself a plant mum or a dog dad? What's the deal with Hinge voice prompts? Could biting into ice cream be considered a superpower? How do we feel about watching true crime or...
2023-07-0546 minAmusing PodcastWhat do we wish we could tell our younger selves?This week we take a trip down memory lane to muse about our past selves. What were we doing 5 years ago? How did we feel? What challenges did we overcome and how? What knowledge can the past versions of ourselves teach us? We each touch on a bit of the back story of our adolescence. Issy speaks about how she explored her emotions, found a true calling to follow and enjoyed the comfort of setting goals to work towards. Mel speaks on the challenges of finding herself, figuring out a career pathway and navigating a long term relationship. We...
2023-06-2151 minAmusing PodcastDribble Time: Who said it (Kanye or Homer), weird dreams, would you rather…Dribble time is back - apparently a fan favourite! Join us for another silly, goofy, light-hearted chit chat. We start off with a recap of our last episode from this series before we read some quotes from Kanye West and Homer Simpson to play a game of “Who said it?”. Turns out Kanye and Homer are more similar than you may think! We jump into a chat about sleep, share some of our most bizarre dreams and play a fun little game of would you rather, for which we have curated some tough questions to break down. Lots of laug...
2023-06-0744 minAmusing PodcastAm I not good enough, or do I just keep telling myself that?Have you ever stopped to think about how powerful words really are? Words make up the vows at a wedding, famous speeches that have initiated revolutionary movements, laws that govern our society, knowledge that fills textbooks and importantly everyday language that we use to communicate our thoughts, feelings and emotions with ourselves and others.
Our internal monologue is written by the words we know and overtime the expressions we use tend to become habitual. We may not even notice if we often label ourselves as “stupid” or “dumb” or use self-critical language such as "I should do this" or...
2023-05-2445 minAmusing PodcastWhat is the purpose of life?Strap yourself in! This week we break down possibly one of the biggest questions of human existence - What is the purpose of life?
Now, this idea has and will continue to be pondered forever. Some of us may find this question confronting or flat out stupid and don’t worry, we are here for all of those responses. This is a hard topic to digest and of course we are by no means philosophers with all, or any, answers but nevertheless we find these topics 'interesting' and rich with perspectives.
For many of us, ou...
2023-05-1741 minAmusing PodcastGiver, taker or matcher - which are you?Do you often feel like you have to ask questions to keep conversations afloat? Have you ever been ghosted? Do you think you are a person that goes above and beyond for others and it isn't always reciprocated? Each of us lies somewhere on the spectrum of the 3 interaction styles; giver, taker or matcher. This depends on whether we often give, take or trade value with others in our interactions. Now if you don’t know which you are, sit in on this chat! We believe understanding how we interact with others can help us become more conscious of ou...
2023-05-1045 minAmusing PodcastHow do I tell my friend they're bothering me?As we learn and grow through our 20’s we feel like it’s not uncommon to experience challenges within friendships or hit bumpy roads in relationships.
Perhaps a housemate is a bit messy and you feel some frustration building? Maybe an event or situation that makes you uncomfortable is unfolding and you are unsure how to communicate those feelings with your friend? Maybe you and your partner have some unresolved conflict that's niggling at you? Or you begin to resent your boss because they expect too much from you? Alternatively, maybe someone close has told you something you...
2023-05-0339 minAmusing PodcastDribble Time: Humans are cute, milky coffee sucks and why are people leaving reviews on toilet roll?We are back this week with a bonus episode of a mini-series we've titled 'Dribble Time'. Join us as we have a light-hearted chit chat about anything and everything we have found entertaining over the past few days.
This week we look at humans as a species and think about how cute and weird they are. We trail off to discuss the pain of milky coffee and other things that are equally disappointing. Oh and did you know that people are out here leaving reviews on toilet roll and other basic groceries?
2023-04-2638 minAmusing PodcastIs dating in your 20's really all about love?We never thought we would publicise our dating lives... but here we are with a taste of what's to come. Buckle up buttercup, this week we are chatting about some of our own funny, embarrassing and wholesome dating stories to highlight our perspective on dating in your 20's. We like to think dating needn't be so serious and that we don't always have to have the intention of finding love. Sometimes dating can just be fun, a good way to practice life skills and it can add amusing memories to your life story. We hope that by sharing our own...
2023-04-1924 minAmusing PodcastWhy should we embrace being Multipassionate?Life in our 20’s can sometimes feel confusing as we transition from school to full-time work, further study, travel plans or maybe just vibing. Perhaps these plans and passions can feel at odds with one another at any one time. If you are a person with many different interests and creative pursuits in life, then you may be a ‘multipotentialite’.
In this episode we unpack the term and discuss its relation to our own academic and career experiences. By seeking to identify if we are multipotentialites we aim to understand how we can use this to our advant...
2023-04-1229 minAmusing PodcastWhat's Amusing?We kept this project a bit of a secret from everyone but finally we can share it all with you! Come get to know us, learn about Amusing, how this podcast came about, discover what we are going to talk about and the meaning behind our branding. Join us on this new adventure. It's all ready for your ears!
2023-04-0524 min
Hidden in Plain SightSophie & IzzyIn this episode of Hidden in Plain Sight, we hear from Sophie & Issy, more recent members of the Rainbow Family. As well as hearing about their story together, they reflect on the experience of schooling, the evolving education environment and finding their way down new career paths.
2023-03-0437 min
Performotion PodcastMental Health and Training: Episode 7 - LGBTQIA+ & Deaf or Hard of HearingThis week, Michael sits down with Issy and Mel from Active Matters, Brisbane. Issy is a Physiotherapist with a keen interest in musculoskeletal rehab, mental health, and LGBTQIA+ health. Mel is a new Exercise Physiologist graduate with a specialist interest in chronic condition management and working with deaf or hard of hearing people. They both operate at Active Matters, Brisbane. Together they'll discuss the impact musculoskeletal injury or pain can have on mental health, training, and performance, as well as how we can provide the best treatment pathway for our clients.
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