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Tamara Linke, Shanelle Franklin
As a woman, you’re perfectly imperfect, overworked and seriously misunderstood. You’ve got the shits with your family, your boss is a ‘Grade A Dick’ and all you want is to sail away with P!nk to a deserted island and eat sourdough. Bliss! Oh don’t forget self-care – add it to the bloody list. But let's face it, we’re the smarter species and live longer. Shanelle and Tamara navigate the steep learning curve of life’s shit storm, giving you permission to stop, feel heard, and pour your beverage of choice.Spoken with humour, heart and truth, it’s survival of the fittest and nobody’s winning. If laughter is your tonic and you’re flying by the seat of your pants, this podcast is for you. (And also for those brave blokes who dare to listen). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
AIRPORT ANTICS
Airports provide us with so much entertainment; from the moment we step up to the check-in station, to waiting at the gate, we encounter some pretty spicy characters! Travelling give us a moment to legitimately complain, scream (if we like) or me damn right shitty. Let's take you on that journey, so please put your tray tables up... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:2024/11/2024
TIT BITS- OLD TOWN ROAD
Take a trip to the 80's and 90's where Blockbuster video was a trip out of the house and Ying Yang and Peace sign jewellery was all the rage. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08:3720/11/2024
ARCHIVE EPISODE- AUSSIE, AUSSIE, AUSSIE
It's one from the archivers, and the girls talk Aussieisms in all its glory! Yep this episode is choco-block full of bloody heaps good content about what's Aussie and what's not. You're gonna love it fair dinkum! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:2317/11/2024
THE HAUNTING
We're continuing on the path of spooky things with an episode all about our listener's eerie psychic and scary experiences with spirits and other worldly things. Believe it or not! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
41:0010/11/2024
TIT BITS- PIZZA, DRUGS AND THE VATICAN
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story on Mum's Lounge.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.It's a double whammy this week with two episodes for the price of one. Not giving anything away, but the title says it all... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:1606/11/2024
I SEE DEAD PEOPLE- WITH SPECIAL GUEST LIZ McCASKILL
Highly respected and sought after psychic medium Liz McCaskill is this week's guest. Communicating with spirit, she works with people all over the world, on TV and radio and from her business- Eternal Guidance. She has appeared numerous times on Selling Houses Australia and The Morning Show, just to name a few. Liz chats about how she channels the other side, gives us tips on how to connect with spirit, whilst also chatting to Shanelle's Grandfather and Tamara's Nana who hijack the podcast halfway through. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
58:4403/11/2024
TITBITS- BALUGA SPY
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story on Mum's Lounge.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.A Baluga whale named Hvladamir was found dead off a Norwegian coast. Who dunnit and what's the story of this Russian spy of the sea? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:1030/10/2024
BAD ASS HENS
Why in God's name do they call the last night of an engaged woman's freedom a 'hen's night'? Shanelle and Tamara discuss this dirty word whilst perplexed by the double standard that is the stag party. Ditch the paint n' sip and let's get crazy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:4727/10/2024
TIT BITS- TIME LIMIT ON HUGS
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story on Mum's Lounge.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.The Kiwis have put a hug limit on hugging (spoiler alert- it's 3 minutes). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:0323/10/2024
WE'RE ALL A BIT QUIRKY
Yep, we're all a wee bit quirky, weird, odd; however you word it, we all present idiosyncrasies that we refuse to let go of. Shanelle and Tamara talk about listeners' strange moments out in the world, as well as their own rituals involving clean sheets, festy foot wells and scalding tea. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:5420/10/2024
TIT BITS- CAN'T CUT THIS
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story on Mum's Lounge.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.One woman takes to Reddit to work out what's wrong with her husband and why he won't get a vasectomy. Apparently it hurts a little bit- (childbirth anyone??) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04:5416/10/2024
EPISODE FROM THE ARCHIVES- CHECKOUT DOGS
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story on Mum's Lounge.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Are savage dogs really the future of supermarket security? Will self-service checkouts mandate our tomatoes? And how long will Red Rock Deli chips remain at $9.75? All of these answers and more in this outrageous episode of TIT BITS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:1309/10/2024
EPISODE FROM THE ARCHIVES- DINE AND DASH
It's a TIT BITS flash back! Ever wanted to do a runner at a restaurant 'dine and dash' style? One Welsh family thought this was a smashing idea and did just that.Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:1025/09/2024
DRUNK & NAKED
Last episode of the season, and the ladies go down drunk lane and share listener's stories of debauchery, bed peeing and stupidity. We've all been there and we all love to reminisce. Or do we? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:2815/09/2024
TIT BITS- BUT IT'S FREE!!!
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.So is it really bad to on sell something you received from someone else for free?? You may have a quick change of mind after workshopping this baby! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:2411/09/2024
SCIENCEY THINGS- WITH SPECIAL GUEST DR. KARL
If you're an Aussie, you've most likely grown up with the incomparable Dr. Karl Kruszelnicki. A journalist, family man, sciencey talkbackradio guy, author of forty-eight books, Mr Bright Shirts and a star of stage and screen, Dr. Karl has done it all and then some. From Polish immigrant to dope smoking hippie come Doctor, this interview explores the themes in Dr. Karl's autobiography 'A Periodic Tale- My Sciency Memoir' with some fascinating facts thrown in for good measure. A true hoot of a human who is fond of eating mangos in the bath... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:09:2508/09/2024
TIT BITS- THAT'S MY BENCH!!!
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Can you reserve a park bench legally? This episode will fill you in on your reservation rights! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
04:3604/09/2024
TEENAGERS- WITH SPECIAL GUEST MAGGIE DENT
Maggie Dent - 'The Queen of Common Sense', and an adored Australian icon. She's one of the country's favourite parenting authors, educators and podcasters. On the release of her 10th book 'Help Me Help My Teen', Maggie chats to Shanelle and Tamara about managing ourselves (not just our kids!) with some generous gold nuggets to help you on your parenting journey. TRIGGER WARNING: This episode deals with themes relating to teen suicide, self-harm and depression. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:5701/09/2024
TIT BITS- FAME GAME
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Pop start Chapelle Roan refuses to cop abuse and harassment just cos she's famous. But is that really the price of fame? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08:2328/08/2024
BREAKING THE RULES
Getting into the unwritten rules at home and abroad that we LOVE to break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:1125/08/2024
TIT BITS- LAND THE DAMN PLANE!
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Imagine being on a plane, enjoying your peanuts, when you hear the announcement- 'Sorry, we have to divert the plane, the pilot is unqualified to land it.'. (Insert choking on nuts here). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:5121/08/2024
PARIS OLYMPICS FAILS
The ladies recap the best and worst moments of the Paris Olympic Games 2024. From amputations, the muffin man, pole-vaulting with large packages to kangaroo inspired break dancing, they workshop it all. Also, food for thought- if you could pick any type of athlete to rub uglies with, who would it be? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:1418/08/2024
TIT BITS- SUPERMARKET FAIL
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Tamara shares her own weekend shopping crisis which really screwed up her meal planning. Ugh, the problems we have right?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:1114/08/2024
PISS TAKERS
There are bullshitters in this world who love to take the piss out of everyday folk just like you. This episode outs those people whilst the gals try to tackle the art of being assertive and creating boundaries. Draw that chalk circle people! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
37:0911/08/2024
TIT BITS- JUST CHOP IT OFF
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Would you chop off a body part all for the sake of an Olympic medal? Yep, he did. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:0007/08/2024
BEAUTIFUL INSIDE- WITH SPECIAL GUEST SIGOURNEY CANTELO
This week the ladies interview the glamorous and formidable Sigourney Cantelo from Beauticate. Beauty influencer and experienced beauty editor for some of the worlds top fashion and lifestyle editorials, Sigourney shares her story about how chronic health issues lead her to self-admission into a mental health facility. An insightful and enlightening listen, with a dash of some beauty treatment chat involving salmon sperm injections, clitoral rejuvenation (Cliovana) and who would you snog, marry, kill. Don't miss this one! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:5304/08/2024
TIT BITS- FANNY TOWEL
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Does it get on your goat when people take it upon themselves to treat your home as their own? Brings a whole new meaning to 'make yourself at home!' Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:5431/07/2024
STUPID IS AS STUPID DOES
Have you ever (at your ripe old age), realised you've been saying something incorrectly the WHOLE TIME!!! Get ready to have your mind blown people, as the girls reveal what the real lyrics to that song really are, secrets to clock reading and metaphors that will suddenly make complete sense. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:2728/07/2024
CAYENNE FOR A KID
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.One woman only agrees to have a baby with her partner, if, and only if, he buys her a brand spanking new car. (We also chat a lot about belly button fluff which has nothing to do with this talk topic...) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08:3224/07/2024
TIT BITS- BABY BIKINIS
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Thoughts on dressing your 9 month old in a bikini from your in-laws? Go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:5510/07/2024
THE TOP 6
You're invited to a wee trip around the globe to The Beautiful Nightmare's top 6 listening spots. Trip Advisor reviews of some of the most quirky tourist attractions from Singapore to Portsmouth. You decide if they're hot or not! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:3907/07/2024
TIT BITS- CHOCOLATE STEALER
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.The short lesson from this story is: don't let your neighbours in the house if you value your duty free. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:4203/07/2024
NOTHING SPECIAL
Birthdays, Anniversaries, Mother's Days- we all have such high expectations of the day turning out just as we'd like (think breakfast in bed, romantic dinners, surprise parties) but this never the reality. The gals rib a Reddit article going viral, about a woman who is clearly pissed at her husband for not stepping up to the anniversary plate. Is she an asshole? We'll let you work that one out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
42:1730/06/2024
TIT BITS- HAWT DAWGS
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Joe Chestnut made the wrong decision when he signed a deal with a vegan food company. There's one world record he won't be holding onto for much longer... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
05:0926/06/2024
THE REDUNDANT PARENT
What happens when Tamara flies the coup for 3 weeks and her husband takes over? When your partner takes over your house hold jobs (even the ones you resent doing), you may find yourself feeling somewhat redundant and undervalued. Once it's gone, we find ourselves longing for the one thing we surprisingly value, and how we contribute to our family unit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:2623/06/2024
TIT BITS- DON'T TOUCH THE BABY
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Don't you just hate it when people touch your baby without asking? Totally. One woman learnt her lesson the hard way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:3219/06/2024
SEXOLOGY- WITH SPECIAL GUEST JAMIE BUCIRDE
Today's episode where heading to sex land with Sexologist Jamie Bucirde. Jamie is a sexuality and relationships educator, researcher, writer and activist, with a list of accolades as long as her arm (and she has long arms!) Jamie answers Night-Mary's burning sex questions relating to anal sex, masterbation, sexual health, monogamy, and how to communicate with your partner in an open and honest way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
59:1416/06/2024
TIT BITS- DING DONG DITCH
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Oh the price you pay for answering the door. But pay back is a bitch! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:3612/06/2024
THE SECRET LIFE OF HANDBAGS- FROM THE ARCHIVES
Whilst Shanelle is on her death bed (not literally, but a flu will do that to you), Tamara takes the reigns and dips into The Beautiful Nightmare archives to present this banger!This episode Shanelle and Tamara take a deep dive into the depths of the innocent 'handbag'. Not only is that thing you sling over your shoulder everyday an extension of your house, but also of your very being. The gals take a look at some of the hilarious things our listeners have pulled out of their bags, and are inspired to rummage through their own.Like this episode? Then check out our other episode Womb with Legs on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:2509/06/2024
I'VE GOT A CRUSH ON YOU
This episode dives deep into the world of crushes and long-term love. Remember the awkwardness of your first crush? Yeah, we've all been there, and up for sharing all the cringeworthy details. From passing notes on the plane to celebrity poster boys, we're taking a trip down crush town lane.What about tackling the art of flirting with your long-term partner? Whether you've been together for five years or fifty, keeping the romance alive takes some serious skills, the gals have the perfect tips you need to keep the spark burning bright! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:3002/06/2024
TOXIC TRAITS
The inter-web is constantly following the trail of bread crumbs we leave in order to bombard us with things we think we need. From blackhead suckers to bodysuits, there's a constant reminder for women in every insta feed of just how imperfect we are, and what we need to do to fix ourselves. Thanks in advance inter-web. Thanks very much. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
43:2626/05/2024
AMAZON REVIEWS PART 2
Amazon throws up some whopper reviews, from 5 star supporters of the infamous 'Banana Slicer' to harsh feedback on a Samsung Galaxy TV. After rave reviews of their last Amazon episode of The Beautiful Nightmare, the ladies figured they'd bring you another to back it up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:5819/05/2024
TIT BITS- KAREN'S AT THE PICK UP
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.One bloke with bowel issues, turns to Reddit to confirm his complaint about a Karen at school pick up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
08:2915/05/2024
TIT BITS- THE SLAP
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.As parents it's hard to give your kids advice at the best of times - but what happens when you buck the gentle parenting approach? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:2708/05/2024
TIT BITS- DINE AND DASH
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Ever wanted to do a runner at a restaurant 'dine and dash' style? One Welsh family thought this was a smashing idea and did just that. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:1001/05/2024
TIT BITS- BLOKES HOME ALONE
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Blokes home alone and left to their own devices. What do they get up to? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
07:4624/04/2024
WHAT MEN DON'T KNOW
The Beautiful Nightmare Vox Pops the blokes to find out what they truly know about women. The result? Not much. Not much at all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:3821/04/2024
TIT BITS- CHECHNYA
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.The banning of particular types of music is a sad reality for many people the world over. How specific does it get? We're talking Beats Per Minute!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:2117/04/2024
FAKE IT TIL YOU MAKE IT
Compliments are hard to receive, and having any form of self belief is a hard thing to wrangle. This episode Shanelle and Tamara chat about the difference between between pumping yourself up to get the job done and being a flat out dirty liar. Which one are you? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:0214/04/2024
TIT BITS- FACE TIME
Titbits- it's the bite sized podcast that takes the Mickey Bliss out of a top trending story.Shanelle and Tamara team up with lifestyle page Mum's Lounge to bring you the number one story of the week. From stories of colossal embarrassment to blood boiling injustice, the gals discuss, judge (not much) and call it where it lies. Episodes drop every Thursday.Face timing in cafes. Yes or no? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
06:4210/04/2024