🎙️ EPISODE 13: Hotel Rooms, Escape Rooms & A Whole Lot of Chaos 🔑✨

We’re back with a solo catch-up — and trust me, it’s a rollercoaster!

In this episode, I’m giving you the lowdown on what’s been going on, why I’m in a hotel room, and everything in between. But that’s not all… we’re going on an audio adventure as me and my friends tackle an Egyptian-themed escape room (and let’s just say… it was giving “chaotic team-building” energy).

A massive thank you to Escape Rooms Cardiff for the free game — you’re icons! 🗝️

Plus, we’re catching up on all things pop culture:
🎶 Taylor Swift’s new album — my unfiltered thoughts 👀
💬 Your confessions & juicy listener questions
🤣 A few too-honest moments (as always)

It’s fun, random, and full of laughs — just how we like it on Cocktales with James.

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This week I’m joined by my Rise and Fall cast mate and good friend Connor for a long overdue reunion — and it’s a wild ride of nostalgia, laughter, and real talk.

We go back to our time on the 2023 reality show, sharing behind-the-scenes gossip 👀, the friendships that came out of it, and how those unforgettable experiences shaped us. But we don’t stop there — we also dive into our lives now, celebrating our biggest achievements since the show:

💪 Connor opens up about his inspiring health and fitness journey.
📱 I reflect on my growth in content creation and podcasting, building Cocktales from scratch.
🎬 We both share honest reflections, wild stories, and what reality TV doesn’t show you.

It’s funny, motivating, and a little outrageous — just like the best confessional chats should be.

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In Episode 11 of Cock Tales with James, I sit down with Jamie, a dental hygienist and aesthetics practitioner who’s here to bare it all.

Together we get into:

🍆 The truth about penis filler — who’s getting it, how it works, and why it’s on the rise

🍑 Hole tox — yes, it’s real, and yes, we went there

💉 Extreme aesthetics & body modification trends

😂 Outrageous confessions you won’t believe

It’s wild, unfiltered, and guaranteed to make you laugh, squirm, and overshare.

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WE DID IT!!! TEN Cocktales deep and honestly… I can’t believe how far we’ve come. From a random idea in my head to this growing, chaotic, hilarious, and supportive community and now… our first ever SPONSORED episode 🥳🙌. Your love, shares, DMs, and laughs have made this podcast what it is, and I couldn’t be more grateful 💕.

So let’s celebrate with the most OUTRAGEOUS episode yet. This week, we dive into the wildest confessions you’ve ever written in and trust me, you outdid yourselves. PLUS, I finally spill the tea on the breakdown of my one and only relationship (yep… it’s time).

This episode is raw, juicy, unfiltered, and a little bit iconic. It’s everything Cocktales is about — laughs, honesty, and absolutely no filter.

From Episode 1 to 10, THANK YOU for being on this ride with me. Here’s to many more Cocktales together 💕.

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While we wait for Episode 10, I couldn’t keep you hanging — so here’s a special bonus drop with the one and only drag icon @ysheeblack 💅✨

We get into:
🌟 YSHEE’s drag beginnings in Birmingham
⛪ The legendary Church of YSHEE drag competition she created & hosts
💇‍♂️ My wig journey + hair transplant confessions (I overshared, obviously)
🎭 A fast-paced drag game that got way too chaotic
👀 Drag Race goss, juicy sex talk & confessions we probably shouldn’t have said out loud

It’s bold, hilarious, and completely unfiltered just the way you like it.

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We’ve laughed, cried, overshared (way too much 👀) and spilled all the tea… so here it is: a supercut of the wildest, funniest, most outrageous moments from every episode so far! 🎉

From skincare secrets to hookup horror stories, breakups, dilemmas and even the stuff we probably shouldn’t have said on the internet… this episode has it all. 💅🎙️

Think of it as a bestie catch-up on steroids — all the chaos, all the cocktails, and all the confessions in one place.

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This week I’m joined by my chosen family and skincare founder Alex. Not only is he the brains behind the vegan, eco-friendly brand that’s saving your skin and the planet, Arcade Skincare but he’s also my honorary Auntie Al serving unsolicited advice, sass, and a whole lot of love. 💖

In this episode we get into:
🌱 Building a skincare brand that’s 100% vegan & planet-friendly
👵 Generational differences in the LGBTQ+ community (and why Auntie Al knows best)
💌 Your juicy dilemmas answered with Alex’s no-filter wisdom
🚗 Outrageous dogging conversations (yep… we really went there)
✨ Why friendship that feels like family is everything

It’s hilarious, heartwarming, a little bit chaotic, and full of those moments that make you laugh out loud on the bus.

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EPISODE 8: MUM KNOWS BEST (…Maybe Too Much 👀) 💖🔮

This week is super special I’m joined by my amazing mum for an episode that’s equal parts wholesome, hilarious, and slightly chaotic. From family stories to psychic surprises, nothing is off limits… and yes, she even puts me on the spot about my sex life 😅.

We dive into:
👩‍👦 Family life & how many partners I’ve really had
🔮 Mum’s incredible talents as a medium & psychic artist
🌈 What it’s like raising an LGBTQ+ child
💬 Mum’s advice for parents & friends supporting LGBTQ+ loved ones
😳 And the bedroom questions I did not see coming…

It’s raw, funny, warm, and one of my favourite episodes yet. You’re going to love her!

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I’d love to hear from you! If you’ve got a dilemma, a messy story, or just something you want advice on – write in or send me a voice note and it could feature in a future episode.

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For this one, I’m joined by the incredible Connor a travel lover, storyteller, and someone who knows a thing or two about finding your people (and yourself) on the road.

We’re talking:
🧳 What it really means to travel authentically as part of the LGBTQ+ community
🌏 The best destinations for feeling safe, seen, and celebrated
😂 Cruising in a Mall in Barcelona...
💖 Why travel can be the ultimate act of self-love

Whether you’re a passport pro, planning your first trip, or just here for the chaos and cocktails this episode will make you want to pack your bags and book the next flight out.

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For Episode 6, I’m joined by my gorgeous bestie and fellow content queen @laurenvenn_ and this one’s got everything

We go way back like, Nando’s shift rota back — and now we’re both navigating the wild world of social media, one post (and one emotional crisis) at a time.

In this episode, we get into:
📲 What it’s really like being a content creator on TikTok & Insta in 2025
💔 Lauren opens up about her recent breakup and the rollercoaster of healing
💄 Our favourite bargain beauty finds and why we’ll always be Boots girls at heart
👯‍♀️ From restaurant mates to real ones — how friendship keeps us grounded
🙋‍♀️ Your juicy audience dilemmas — from messy exes to friend fallouts (we didn’t hold back)

Whether you’re a content creator, going through it in love, or just here for the chaos this one is for you. It’s honest, hilarious, and full of heart.

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