Falling Upwards

Throwback: CATTY, Naveen Andrews & More!

Wed, 27 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Lost legend Naveen Andrews, Welsh songstress Catty, dynamic Essex duo The Meffs and all-American actor Ethan Suplee are just a few of the amazing names who have graced our lawn! Listen back to them and more on our latest throwback episode!

Photo source: CATTY

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Throwback: Sindhu Vee, Jenny Tian & More!

Wed, 20 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

What's this? Comedy legends Sindhu Vee, Jenny Tian, and more on our lawn? Check out some of our most-loved guests on the pod, all over again!

Photo source: Sindhu Vee / Plosive

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Throwback: CANNONS, Alec Benjamin & More!

Wed, 13 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

With Maddie hard at work abroad, we've compiled some of our favourite failure throwbacks and moments! From Phuong Kubacki to Alec Benjamin, Jay Kahmiraz to AlienBlaze and the fabulous CANNONS, enjoy some of our favourite failure moments!

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Flaming Dinosaurs, Portals & Monty Python

Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 GMT

This episode we bring some pertinent news to the lawn as we question of the greatest living American songwriters onto the lawn... and suggest our own additions to the New York Times list. We also take a look at a flaming dinosaur and question a man who claims to have eaten the same three meals every single day for years.

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First Date Songs & Hello Kitty w/ KELJO

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Singer-songwriter KELJO brings the perfect summer groove onto the lawn! He tells us all about his brand new single, 'Siapa Kamu?', talks about his love of Bruno Mars, and of course, we touch on some of the most interesting news this week!

KELJO can be found on Instagram at @kelvinjojo and on all streaming platforms.

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Dolly Parton & Coachella w/ Maya Lane

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We finally usher super talented singer-songwriter Maya Lane onto the lawn after she had a brief chat with us last year! Ahead of her upcoming tour in September, listen to her chat about her songwriting process, the growth of country music in the UK and some of her favourite songs!

Maya Lane can be found on Instagram at @mayalaneuk and on all streaming platforms.

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NCT & Mongolian Rock Excellence w/ Jaya From The Hu

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

Jaya from The Hu quickly pops onto the lawn for a little spell to share his thoughts on failure and leave a beautiful message for fans at the end. In the Mongolian rock legends' honour, we look at some of the most compelling music and entertainment news from the week, from NCT to Zendaya, Wireless to Universal!

The Hu will be touring the UK later this year, and you can find them on most streaming platforms.

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Kit Kats & Miyazaki Movies w/ The Creators of Tubby Nugget

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

The brilliant creators of Tubby Nugget - Jenine Pastores & Josh Jackson - join us on the lawn to give us a juicy Tubby Nugget exclusive, as well as more on their brand new book, The Adventures of Tubby Nugget: Escape From Nuggetville. Of course, the two also pass judgement on some fantastic headlines from the week, and much more!

Catch Jenine, Josh and Tubby Nugget on Instagram at @tubbynugget!

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The Scrubs Reboot & Paapa Essiedu w/ Sonal Lad

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 16:00:00 GMT

We have a beloved guest back on the lawn! Stepping away from her desk for just a little while, wrestling and entertainment writer Sonal Lad joins us to tell us her take on the Scrubs Reboot, the death threats against Paapa Essiedu, Elon Gust and much more.

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ENHYPEN, Timothée Chalamet & Punch The Monkey

Wed, 25 Mar 2026 17:00:00 GMT

Falling Upwards is back! We open Season 4 with a episode featuring only your hosts as they continue to discuss if the failures of the week actually are failures, or if we can at least, celebrate some nice things in the world. From Timothée Chalamet to wife-carrying, to Heeseung, ENHYPEN and owls, Maddie and Aimée are ready to welcome you back onto the lawn!

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Universal Failures & Gaming News w/ The Molotovs

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The Molotovs bring their candid and incandescent energy to the lawn this episode as we chatted to them before their recent Electric Ballroom show in Camden. They open up about the inspirations behind their sharp lyrics, the hundreds of gigs they've already played, style inspirations and what they can tease from their upcoming album.

You can find The Molotovs on Instagram @themolotovs, and their next album, Wasted On Youth, is due for release on the 30th January 2026.

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Failing Exams & Acing Life w/ Sharmini Aphrodite

Wed, 12 Nov 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Writer Sharmini Aphrodite joins us on the lawn this episode to talk about her powerful new novel The Unrepentant. She shares the stories that shaped her voice, what Malaysian identity means to her, her favourite cookie flavour and much more!

The Unrepentant is available now wherever you get your books.

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Taylor Swift & Mental Health

Wed, 29 Oct 2025 17:00:00 GMT

We have our feather boas and feels on the lawn this week as we discuss mental well-being, the extreme online discourse about Taylor Swift’s new album The Life of a Showgirl, and more. We chat about the songs that heal us, the things we do that help us to process our messy emotions, and what our safe spaces mean to us (clue: no-one picks a lawn).

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Hygiene Tips & Interstellar Therapy w/ Ruti

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Singer-songwriter Ruti drops by the lawn this episode for a lush catch-up about music, fashion, and what it takes to put on a fantastic festival set! We chat about the local designers they're loving, navigating the space as a non-binary musician, and their advice on loving your underarms!

You can find Ruti on Instagram @rutiiiiiiiiiiii, and stream her new single “See Through” now!

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No-Skip Albums & Nuggets of Wisdom w/ Miso Extra

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Popstar Miso Extra joins us on the lawn this episode to chat about her latest album Earcandy, how and why she developed the Misoverse and if she'd ever take her mum's advice on her music! Expect hot anime picks, plenty of food chat, and a peek into her delightfully fun pop universe.

Find Miso Extra on Instagram @misoextra, and stream Earcandy everywhere now!

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Breakfast Tales & Last Meals

Wed, 08 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We’re serving up something delicious on the lawn this episode as we dive into all things breakfast: what constitutes a breakfast fail, and what would you choose for your last breakfast ever? Our hosts debate the perfect fry-up, the best pastries and if it's really better to just... skip it altogether?

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Mango Memories & Dulcet Tones w/ Labit

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Filipino singer-songwriter Labit joins us on the lawn this episode as he shares the stories behind his up coming album, how family shapes the songs he creates, and how he's in touch with self-care and face rollers.

You can find Labit on Instagram @labitlabit, and catch his latest album, SOL, out on the 17th of October!

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West End Anecdotes & Paving the Way w/ Raj Gatak

Wed, 24 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Actor Raj Ghatak joins us on the lawn this episode as he reflects on his fantastic new role in The Producers in the West End, his journey through stage and screen, and the moments that have shaped his vibrant career.

Raj Ghatak can be found on Instagram @rajghatak, and catch him at the Garrick Theatre now!

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Soulful Singing & Grandparent Love w/ Chloe Stroll

Wed, 17 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Singer-songwriter Chloe Stroll brings her dulcet tones to the lawn this episode as she takes us through the process of crafting her debut album, Bloom in the Break, her favourite flower, and which singer songwriters inspire her the most.

Chloe Stroll can be found on Instagram @chloestroll, and catch Bloom In The Break now!

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Matcha Popcorn & Getting Affectionate w/ BETWEEN FRIENDS

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 18:37:23 GMT

The fabulous brother-sister duo BETWEEN FRIENDS join us on the lawn this episode, as we hear them fresh off the stage from this past summer! Listen to their sibling banter, what goes into their work, and how they truly make all their performances 360° for the audience!

BETWEEN FRIENDS can be found on Instagram @betweenfriends, and catch their upcoming tour in the UK this November!

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Songs of the Summer & K-Pop Musings

Wed, 03 Sep 2025 16:00:00 GMT

As we welcome Autumn / Fall, we look back on the summer by asking ourselves: can you make a terrible song of the Summer? What makes a song of the Summer a bad song of the Summer? And have we had years where the selections of Summer songs have been more thunderclouds than heatwaves?

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A Noble Tale & Diving Deep w/ Liang Jing, William Franklyn-Miller & Anthony Jones

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Our newest episode comes from the Dongji Rescue Red Carpet where we spoke to actor William Frankyln-Miller, producer and actor Liang Jing and grandson of one of the POW survivors of the Lisbon Maru, Anthony Jones. Listen to their thoughts on this meaningful and poignant film as it hits theatres!

You can catch William Franklyn-Miller on Instagram @wfranklynmiller, and Dongji Rescue in cinemas worldwide!

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Labubu Fights & Vegetable Football w/ Joe Smith & Jay Motty From Stretford Paddock

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 19:35:53 GMT

We kick off Season Three with two of the best-known creators in the Manchester United space: Jay Motty and Joe Smith from Stretford Paddock! They bring their football (soccer) knowledge for those of you who might know nothing about the sport, as we chat about how social media has changed the game, K-Pop versus football and what vegetable represents Manchester United, Liverpool and Chelsea.

Both of them can be found @fulltimedevils on Instagram, as well as @joesmith93 and @jaymotty!

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Bollywed & Red Squirrels w/ The Bollywed Cast

Thu, 22 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The newest season of Bollywed has been one of our highlights of the Spring/Summer TV season, and the wonderful cast of the show joined us on the lawn to share their favourite failures and exchanges with us! Truly, there is no better way to spend our Season Two finale, than with Kuki, Sarab, Chandni, Chandan and Roop!

The Chandan family can be found @chandanfashion on Instagram, and Bollywed is streaming now on Fuse+, with new episodes airing Tuesdays at 10pm on Fuse.

Falling Upwards will be back for Season Three soon!

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Special: From The UKAFF Awards Red Carpet w/ Adil Hussain & More!

Wed, 14 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

With both Maddie and Aimée away, we've brought you a few lovely moments from our time on the red carpet at the UK Asian Film Festival Awards. From Hollywood and Bollywood legend Adil Hussain, to the magical music maestros that are Vishal-Shekhar, we hear their (of course) favourite failures, and their thoughts on Asian cinema

Head to https://www.tonguesonfire.com/ for more about the UK Asian Film Festival, and check out Adil Hussain (@_adilhussain) and Vishal-Shekhar (@vishaldadlani and @shekharravjiani) on Instagram.

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Special: From The UK Asian Film Festival Opening Red Carpet

Thu, 08 May 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Hot off the red carpet at the UK Asian Film Festival, we have a line up of special favourite failures for you and our ultimate arbiter of failures, Maddie, to enjoy. Sit down and enjoy the best failures that stars like Imitaz Ali, Karan Tacker, Shay Grewal, Onir and more in attendance had to offer!

Head to https://www.tonguesonfire.com/ for tickets to the UK Asian Film Festival, and check out Imitaz Ali, Karan Tacker, Onir, Shay Grewal, Mitu Bhowmick Lange and more on Instagram @imtiazali, @karantacker, @iamonir, @sunnyandshay and @mitulange respectively.

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London Walks & Plushies w/ Dhruv

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

We've been sitting on this one... we finally revisit when the wonderfully talented Dhruv came onto the lawn! From his grandmother's support, to his musical inspirations and early morning walks, we hear from the mind behind the lush music.

Head to https://www.dhrvie.com/tour/ for tickets for his latest tour, and he can be found on Instagram at @dhrvie

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Celebrating Rock & Xianxia Dramas w/ Wave To Earth

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

The fabulous band Wave To Earth are on the lawn ahead of their London stop at the Brixton O2 Academy on the 29th of April! They tell us all about the band's formation, what song they're most excited to play this side of the pond, and much more!

Head to https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/wave-to-earth-0-03-tour-london-29-04-2025/event/3E00623B90100B1A for tickets, and the band can be found on Instagram at @wave_to_earth

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Mermaid Towns & Exam Fails

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

With exam season on the horizon for so many students, hosts Maddie and Aimée wanted to share some of their silliest fails and memories from their time at school. Between exam oral blunders, driving test silliness and Wales, hopefully you find a little break for your busy mind this episode!

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Moon Cheese & Clowning Lessons w/ Amy Ng

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Playwright and historian Amy Ng joins us on the lawn to talk about her newest play Shanghai Dolls, being a clown, how we approach history in popular culture, and much, much more.

Shanghai Dolls opens at the Kiln Theatre from the 3rd of April.

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Egg Chairs & Catching Gigs w/ Sandhya Suri

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 16:00:00 GMT

Film director Sandhya Suri joins us on the lawn this week to talk about her critically-acclaimed movie Santosh, and the amazing work that went into the production. From shooting at 40 degrees, floor living, and more, we hear what it takes to create such an unforgettable movie.

Santosh is out in cinemas now.

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Shrek 5 & An Island Excursion w/ Linying

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Must-know singer-songwriter Linying is set to become one of your new favourite artists after you hear her join us on the lawn. Between songs about pets, a government song she once wrote, and the processes behind her upcoming album, get ready for a sunny hour of Linying.

Swim, Swim is out on the 4th of April, and Linying can be found on Instagram at @linying._.

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Santosh & Tree Gin w/ Shahana Goswami

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The ridiculously talented Shahana Goswami joins us on the lawn this week to talk about her latest movie Santosh, that has been garnering critical acclaim around the world. She takes us through her process behind crafting the character, what it's been like seeing such a stunning response to the movie, and much more.

Santosh is out on the 21st of March, and Shahana Goswami can be found on Instagram at @shahanagoswami.

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Grassroots Venues & Banana Milkshakes w/ Alienblaze

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Rising star AlienBlaze joins us on the lawn again ahead of her first ever headline show! From supporting grassroots venues, to upcycling and her love of Gossip Girl, she shares all her excitement and anticipation ahead of the show!

Her headline show is on the 20th of March, 2025 at the Camden Assembly, London. AlienBlaze can be found on Instagram at @alienblaze and on all streaming platforms.

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Going Brummie & Maddie's Magnum Opus w/ Bellah Mae

Wed, 05 Mar 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The fabulous Bellah Mae, with the voice of an angel and lyrics that cut, joins us on the lawn this episode! From the role carbonara plays in breakups, to her grandfather's influence and her favourite songs, she breaks down what has made her such a distinctive new voice in British pop.

To find out more, catch her on Instagram @bellah.mae and on streaming platforms worldwide.

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Special: On Location at London Fashion Week w/ Sonal Lad

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

As Maddie and Aimée were running around this past London Fashion Week, we wanted to bring you a special episode with everyone - including our special guest, writer and journalist Sonal Lad - on the lawn together, chilling pre-show in Notting Hill. Enjoy musings on fashion faux-pas, socks and sandals, and who wins in a battle of Bluey vs Peppa Pig.

Sonal Lad can be found on Instagram at @sonalslife96.

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Mood Board Parties & A Mad Confession

Wed, 19 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

By popular request, Maddie and Aimée invite you to join them on the lawn this episode as they chat about what the New Year does (or doesn't) mean to them, the meaning of time, and new, shiny cameras.

What are your New Year's resolutions? Have you held a mood board party? Do you like Build-A-Bear? Let us know your thoughts via the Falling Upwards Instagram or drop either of our hosts a message @madeleines.eye or @aimeekwan.

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Lucid Dreaming & Liverpool Love w/ Red Rum Club

Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

The delightful and talented band Red Rum Club briefly join us on the lawn this week! Fran, Tom, Michael, Simon, Joe and Neil chat all things music, concert madness and if any of them support Everton football club. Catch them live in the UK across 2025 and check out their newest record, Western Approaches, if you haven't already! To find out more, catch them on Instagram @redrumclub.

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Paralympic Perfection & Winning Gold w/ Amy Truesdale

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 17:00:00 GMT

Season 2 of Falling Upwards kicks off with the gold-medal winning Paralympian and all-round taekwondo powerhouse Amy Truesdale!

Listen to her memories of her gold medal moment, her Tokyo Paralympics heartbreak and whether those chocolate muffins in the Paralympic village are really that good.

Check her out when she competes again this upcoming season and on Instagram at @truesdaleamy!

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Brazil & Tackling Trolls w/ The Meffs

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 17:00:00 GMT

The Meffs brings home Season 1 of Falling Upwards with a banger of an episode. Ahead of their tour in 2025, listen to the terrific twosome talk about dealing with trolls, struggling at school, and what it was like booking one of the biggest festivals in the UK.

The Meffs' What A Life Tour runs across the UK from the 22 of Jan to the 1st of Feb. Tickets and more details can be found at https://linktr.ee/themeffs. The Meffs can be found on Instagram @themeffsuk and on all streaming platforms.

Moo Deng's new song 'Moodeng Moodeng (English Ver.)' can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6aMJ8U96bVg&ab_channel=GMMSAUCE

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Tamagotchi & Crystal Bras w/ CATTY

Wed, 27 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Fall in love with passionate powerhouse popstar CATTY as she joins us on the lawn this episode. With her newest EP out just over a month ago, listen to her chat about her inspirations, where the name CATTY comes from, and her love of Chappell Roan.

Her EP Healing Out Of Spite is out now. CATTY can be found at @catty.mp3 and on all streaming platforms.

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Favourite Failure Highlights: Season 1 Edition

Sat, 16 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

With a few episodes left this season, we serve up some top selects from our ultimate arbiter of favourite failures, Maddie Armstrong. Are these some of your favourites from the season so far? Which would you pick?

See you very soon for some fantastic guests rounding out the rest of Season 1!

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Cinema Nerds & Motherhood w/ Stephanie Cyphers

Wed, 06 Nov 2024 17:00:00 GMT

Historian in the house! Historian and culture writer Stephanie Cyphers joins us on the law to talk motherhood, childhood, incredible women and of course, musicals and Inside Out 2. Top notch banter coming your way.

Stephanie Cyphers can be found on Instagram at @stephlovesentertainment.

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Good Dads & Healthy Masculinity w/ Naveen Andrews & Ethan Suplee

Wed, 30 Oct 2024 17:00:00 GMT

The legendary Naveen Andrews and Ethan Suplee both pop onto the lawn to talk to us about their brand new show The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh, how guys bond, and what it means to try and be a good dad.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh is out now on Amazon Prime Video. Naveen Andrews and Ethan Suplee can be found on Instagram at @naveenxandrews and @ethansuplee.

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Parenting & A Legendary Failure w/ Sindhu Vee

Wed, 23 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Comedy legend Sindhu Vee joins us on the lawn to tell us about her new show The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh, memories of her own mother, and what is, quite frankly, possibly the best failure we've ever had someone tell us on the show. Get excited.

The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh is out now on Prime Video, and Sindhu Vee can be found on Instagram at @sindhuvee.

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Sea Diving & A Seoul Excursion w/ Sue Kim

Wed, 16 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Film director Sue Kim joins us on the lawn to talk about the environment, the haenyeo and culture as her film The Last of the Sea Women, hits Apple TV+. From her own childhood memories, the unpredictability of filmmaking and of course, how a documentary maker deals with failure, we're sure you'll love this episode!

The Last of the Sea Women is out on Apple TV+ right now. Sue Kim can be found on Instagram at @suebacca.

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Falling Upwards Season 1 GOLD Pt. 1

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 16:00:00 GMT

With Maddie and Aimée jetsetting here and there for work, with Season 1 GOLD Pt. 1 you can enjoy some great moments from the season until they're both back on the lawn!

From Sonal Lad pointing out the difference between Fimbles and thimbles, AlienBlaze making a jaw-dropping revelation about her fashion skills, Jenny Tian's take on English people and more, let your appetite be whetted for the fantastic new guests coming up during the rest of the season!

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Taskmaster BTS & Irn-Bru w/ Jenny Tian

Wed, 25 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Only the fabulous Jenny Tian could make this our longest episode yet! The comedian joins us on the lawn to share stories from her family, just how big the sunscreen bottles get in Australia, which joke of hers is her favourite, and much more.

Her show, Chinese Australian: A Tale of Internet Fame, is in London from the 27th to the 29th of September, with more details to be found at underbellyboulevard.com. Jenny can be found on Instagram at @_jennytian and on YouTube @nomnomjenny.

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Back To School & Pineapples

Wed, 18 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

It's back to school! Maddie & Aimée take a moment away from our lovely special guests to chill on the lawn and look back at the peaks and troughs around their back to school days... expect stories on uniforms, popping down to Sainsbury's in your dressing gown and the origin of the word pineapple.

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Malaysian Food & Swiftie Anecdotes w/ SHN

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 19:07:37 GMT

Fabulous singer-songwriter SHN joins us on the lawn this week! From her journey in music, to her favourite meals and her songwriting process, we get a full deep dive on her music and artistry.

Her newest single, uncool, is out on the 20th of September, with more details to be found at helloshn.com. SHN can be found on Instagram at @helloshn.ig and on all streaming platforms.

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Anime Recs & Hustling w/ KIRE

Wed, 04 Sep 2024 16:00:00 GMT

The stylish and magnetic popstar KIRE joins us on the lawn this week! He takes us through his style inspirations, how he dealt with two years unable to perform, his favourite book and much more.

His latest single, don't stop, is out now, and he can be seen on his The Kid Who Flew World Tour Ch.1. For more information and tickets, go to https://laylo.com/kire/m/thekidwhoflew. KIRE can be found on Instagram at @kireyung and on all streaming platforms.

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Good Brains & Rodent Men w/ Alec Benjamin

Wed, 28 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Sincere and heartfelt singer-songwriter Alec Benjamin joins us on the lawn this week where he talks about his creative process, touring in China, performing when sleep deprived and of course, his favourite failures.

His latest album, 12 Notes, is out now, and he can be seen on his 12 Notes Tour in the United States of America now. For more information and tickets, go to https://www.alecbenjamin.com/tour/. Alec Benjamin can be found on Instagram at @alecbenjamin and on all streaming platforms.

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Illegal Sadness & Handmade Fashion w/ AlienBlaze

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT

The ridiculously talented AlienBlaze joins us briefly on the lawn as she tells about her journey in music, her deep love for fashion, and how she continues to push for more female guitarists and respect for women in the music industry.

Her newest track 'our little friday' with vinter is out everywhere this Friday, the 23rd of August. AlienBlaze can be found on Instagram at @alienblaze and on all streaming platforms.

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Bedazzled Bodysuits & Touring The World w/ CANNONS

Wed, 14 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT

The brilliant CANNONS pop off stage for a moment to join us briefly on the lawn as they recount a decade in the music business, how many songs they have in the vault, and crafting their most recent album Heartbreak Highway while touring!

CANNONS's World Tour starts next week and tickets and more details can be found at cannonstheband.com

They can be found on Instagram at @cannonstheband and on all streaming platforms.

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Fondant Fancies & Fonder Memories w/ Jay Kamiraz

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Joining us on the lawn this week is inspirational Pride of Britain Award winner and trailblazer Jay Kamiraz (aka Mr Fabulous) as he tells us about the most difficult, life-changing moments in his career, his experiences as a queer gay man of colour, and the second iteration of his upcoming, history-making We Exist We See You campaign.

The newest iteration of We Exist We See You premieres on the 8th of August, and Jay Kamiraz can be found on Instagram at @mrfabulousofficial.

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The Fimbles & Idol Wrestling w/ Sonal Lad

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Wrestling, fashion and entertainment journalist Sonal Lad joins us on the lawn as she tells us what it's like being a female journalist in wrestling, the magic of badass idols swinging people around a ring, and that time she flipped over a man almost a foot taller than her.

Sonal Lad can be found on Instagram at @sonalslife96.

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Star Wars & Wedding Disasters

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Hello and welcome! Join us on the lawn as we kick off our first full episode by asking our hosts what failure means to them, what their biggest, silliest, most loved failures are and how gerbils and sleep are related.

How can you fail Latin twice? Is Star Stable the game we should all be playing? And how might The Simpsons: Tapped Out trigger an existential crisis?

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Hawaii & Baby Reindeer w/ Phuong Kubacki

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 16:00:00 GMT

Fabulous actress Phuong Kubacki joins us on the lawn today (from over in the States!) as she chats to us about her experiences on the incredible movie The Bikeriders, what it was like seeing Austin Butler, Jodie Comer, Michael Shannon and more around every corner, and her go-to dish to cook!

The Bikeriders is out now in cinemas, and Phuong Kubacki can be found on Instagram at @phuongtourage.

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