Better Me (Hopefully)

Summer is coming, and so is the dreaded swim suit try on.

I do not have the body I had in my 20’s that looked fab in a bikini even though I didn’t appreciate it, and to be honest, I don’t feel that comfy in my skin at the moment anyway (thanks Peri Meno!).

So I started to look at swim wear that actually covered by ass so I could go to the beach with my kids and not worry about my togs becoming a g-banger or my tit popping out - Which it did. Both things.

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We are back with one of our absolute favourite people on the planet, somatic sexologist Morgan Penn. In this episode, Sharyn and Morgan unpack how BookTok, reality TV, and celebrity culture are completely reshaping female pleasure and sex positivity. From the intense yearning in Off Campus to why the "spark" is actually a dangerous narrative, we are diving deep into the shift from performative validation back to messy, honest, real-life connection.

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We are diving into the chaos of celebrity morning routines today as Sharyn attempts Hailey Bieber’s olive oil and lemon shot—with messy results. We also wrap the phenomenal new celebrity cast for The Traitors UK, reveal why Taylor and Travis are keeping their wedding venue a total secret, and discuss the heartbreaking reality of TV residuals for stars like Jodie Sweetin. Plus, we break down the latest intense court rulings for the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives cast.

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One of Sharyn’s drunken DMs finally paid off! Today on A Little Bit Extra, we are joined by the hilarious Rachel Stubington (who plays the iconic Summer on Apple TV’s Shrinking).

Rachel spills the tea on what it’s actually like working alongside legends like Harrison Ford and Jason Segel, from not being able to watch How I Met Your Mother to the reality of being next to Meryl Streep at the SAG Awards.

We dive into how a childhood obsession with Annie fueled her acting career, her secret talent for Muppet impressions (Disney, call her!), plus Rachel reveals the new project she’s working on while we wait for the new season of Shrinking. 

00:00 - The drunk DM that started it all

01:30 - What it’s like on the set of Shrinking

02:45 - Meeting Harrison Ford for the first time

04:10 - Working with Bill Lawrence & Brett Goldstein

05:45 - That Adderall scene with Harrison Ford

06:20 - Why Rachel’s career is built on "Jealousy"

07:45 - The Kermit & Mickey impressions you didn't know you needed

09:15 - Fangirling over Ariana Grande & Cynthia Erivo

11:20 - Life-size cutouts and "Hot Mom" energy

13:00 - SAG Awards Secrets: Peeing next to Meryl Streep

15:30 - Rachel’s new YA Rom-Com book

17:00 - Formula 1 and "Smut" book recommendations

20:00 - The JFK Jr. conspiracy theories

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MAFS Australia is back and it is already delivering the drama we love. We sit down with expert John Aiken to get his take on the new cast and why this season feels more confronting than ever.

John reveals the bizarre TikTok relationship trends he is seeing this year and why having a strict list of non-negotiables is a recipe for disaster. We also get the behind the scenes truth on those eight hour commitment ceremonies.

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We're diving into a serious conversation today about the "skinny is back" era and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic. Sharyn chats with dietitian and author Abbey Sharp about the dangers of "Skinny Tok" and why glorifying medical intervention for a quick fix is problematic for young people. Plus, we look at how to actually nourish your body without falling into the trap of restrictive dieting.

See more from Abbey at abbeyskitchen.com

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In this chaotic and juicy episode of pop culture updates, we dive into the biggest stories shaking up your feeds:

✨ KATSEYE’s global takeover — from the Dream Academy to red carpet rumors and that viral VMAs moment

🎤 Mr. Fantasy (KJ Apa) — the bizarre, bold new persona, and an exclusive interview with the first-ever hosts to sit down with him

🎬 K-Pop Demon Hunters & parenting culture shocks

💔 Kelsea Ballerini & Chase Stokes split — what went wrong with the country princess and the Outer Banks star?

🌪️ Taylor Frankie Paul is your new Bachelorette (chaos incoming!)

🎧 Kylie Kelce on why she won’t talk about Taylor Swift & Travis

🧠 Real talk on gut health, anxiety, and bloating with our sponsor Moodi — plus testimonials you’ll want to hear

This episode is your ultimate pop culture catch-up — part gossip session, part comfort hangout. Whether you're here for the drama, the deep dives, or the weirdly relatable gut health chat, we’ve got you covered.

00:00 – The Interview That Had Us Second-Guessing Reality

00:30 – Pop Culture Overload: K-Pop, Country Stars & VMAs Moments

03:30 – KATSEYE’s Rise & VMAs Red Carpet Chaos

06:00 – Mr. Fantasy Unmasked

08:00 – Jimmy, Nath & Emma

15:00 – Reality TV Mayhem: Taylor Frankie Paul, Kelsea Ballerini & Kylie Kelce

30:00 – The Summer I Turned Pretty Final

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🚨 SPOILER: The debut Mr. Fantasy song is a legit banger and it's blowing up TikTok. 📱

What the hell is going on with KJ Apa and Mr. Fantasy?!

If you're as confused as we are about KJ Apa’s bizarre alter ego "Mr. Fantasy" — complete with a bob wig, fake teeth, and cryptic videos — this is the deep dive for you. 🎭✨

From Shortland Street to Riverdale, KJ Apa’s career has taken some wild turns — but Mr. Fantasy might just be the wildest yet. Is this just clever clout-chasing, or something deeper? In this episode of A Little Bit Extra, We uncover the weird, wonderful world of Mr. Fantasy — a strange new persona that has fans (and group chats) losing their minds. Is it a new character? A viral music project? A Prime Video collab? Or just KJ Apa being an absolute genius?

❤️ If you love pop culture, sass, and brutally honest takes, hit that LIKE button and SUBSCRIBE for more every week.

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🎧 Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts & everywhere you get your pods

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👀 Next episode: Our Pop Culture news and recap!

00:00 – WTF is Mr. Fantasy?

01:13 – Thanks Moodi

01:50 – KJ Apa

02:19 – Mr. Fantasy: Timeline, TikToks, and identity clues

07:41 – Conspiracy Theories: James Franco? Prime Video? Viral music strategy?

10:00 – Calling in some help

12:51 – See ya on Tuesday!

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Hey team, it’s Sharyn!

I’ve missed hanging out with you, so I’ve started something new — it’s called A Little Bit Extra. It’s me, being myself, having the kind of chats and laughs we used to have, but with a fresh twist.

If you loved the old podcast, I reckon you’ll love this even more. It’s honest, fun, and just that little bit extra you need in your week.

So come join me — follow A Little Bit Extra wherever you get your podcasts

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And we're LIVE! For the first episode, we're diving into Taylor Swift’s hidden Easter eggs and her new album, 'The Life of a Showgirl'.

We’ll also unpack why TikTok star Blue Eyed Kayla Jade regrets hanging out with Drake (spoiler: he’s a d*ck), the strange disappearance of TikTok dancers tied to the 7M group, plus my latest smutty book recs and MOST IMPORTANTLY... my exclusive chat with music star Maren Morris!

00:29 The Juiciest Goss

01:37 Pop Culture Conspiracy Theories

05:06 Taylor Swift's New Album

09:04 What it's like interviewing Taylor Swift

20:10 Super Bowl Rumors

24:01 Maren Morris: My First Guest!

31:00 Smutty Book Recommendations

37:13 Drake and Blue Eyed Kayla Jade

40:52 Seven M Cult Controversy

44:25 See you next time x

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