After a long break, Meeting of the Minds returns with Episode 13, catching up on everything that’s happened since their last show. From Ben stepping back from the pod to Georges’ whirlwind trip through Lebanon, Paris, Halifax, and Washington D.C., the hosts swap travel stories, cultural surprises, and plenty of laughs. Expect detours into bakery inflation, Ibiza final boss, and Fin’s over-texting habits.

We have a very thoughtful talk about AI’s impact on everyday life, wild ethical “what ifs,” and how technology is reshaping the future. It’s classic Meeting of the Minds: a mix of hilarious storytelling, candid life updates, and surprisingly deep dives that keep you hooked from start to finish.

This week we were delighted to be join by guests Sophie and Minnie where we discuss a whole host of current affairs, news, sport, and culture.

Apologies for Milo barking in the background.

We are back from a break, Georges debuts a fresh haircut, while Fin takes us through the highlights of his trip to Japan. Georges also gives a full rundown of the Drake concert experience. Meanwhile, Ben is gearing up for footy season, and drops a curveball— he’s considering leaving the show. Georges shares some unexpected wisdom on the importance of studying and Johnnie Walker, and we finally learn why the sea is so salty. We discuss whether or not BT or JB are good at their craft. Thank you for tuning in!

Finally, episode 10 has arrived with an accompanying video available on Spotify. In this episode, filmed in front of a live audience, we cover a wide range of topics from what went down at Beyond the Valley, audience Q+As , and an eclectic assortment of stories about our journey. A huge thank you also to Andy Whelan for all the help with this episode!

This week we had the honour and distinct privilege of having Jamie Lay with us. There was heaps to talk about from the work Jamie does with AFL and coaching, to debating the postcode wars of Kew vs Ivanhoe. We also talk about the great town of Noosa and hear from Fin about the time he came face to face with a bull shark out on the canoe. We hear from Georges about his latest fried chicken find and finish off with a bit of chocolate and NBA chat, plus a couple extra fun stories along the way. A fun episode to record, we hope you enjoy!

This episode we are delighted to be joined by Jacob and Andy, who are very good friends of the show and powerhouses in their respective fields. Listen as, much to our chagrin, we try to piece everything together without our proverbial glue, Ben Della Bosca.

This week we discuss our Thursday basketball endeavours, a lot of movement behind the scenes with Ben finally put something on his story and Georges putting his name on the show! There's some brief chatter about the recent NELK visit to Australia and the new venue in Melbourne, the Wool Store in Footscray.

We talk about up and coming artists OMD, and the Stress Free social club. With Christmas around the corner we confabulate about our plans. Skinny Dog or the Harp? We talk about our encounter with Australian Paralympic hero, Alexa Leary (or so we thought).

Other topics include: Moana 2, Jacob Weitering, LeBron James, and what makes a person unserious.

For the first time in Meeting of the Minds history, we welcome a guest, friend of the show, Ophelia Hughes. She joins us to share her journey to TikTok stardom and the reasons behind her decision to step away from the platform.

We also rehash Benno’s failed segment, dive into the highs and lows of internet fame, and tackle some burning relationship questions with Ophelia’s astute insights. Plus, we evaluate the quality 4WD chat and perform a deep dive into the latest drama involving Ice Spice, Central Cee, and Madeline Argy. Then, to top it off, the we talk pilates and icks!

In this week’s episode, we grapple with the big questions fuelling public debate– how is The Reject Shop making so much money; what is Dusty’s next career move; and who is the G.O.A.T. Leo Messi vs Gryan Miers? From Brisbane’s extravagant new $80 million gym to our plans at Beyond the Valley festival, there’s a lot to catch up on. We receive updates on Georges' boat, discuss the things we loathed in our childhood but now love as adults, and analyse our ratings as we face the reality that our podcast days are soon over. Plus, we celebrate Meeting of the Minds going crypto, examine Tabcorp's billion dollar loss, and marvel at the Gold Coast Suns' new branding.

In this weeks Meeting of the Minds, we dive into the highlights from the Spring Racing Carnival at Flemington and debate whether we’ve reached celebrity status. We marvel at Electric Bec’s race at Mornington, while we don’t discuss the government’s social media ban. We ponder joining Mensa, share our favorite refreshing drinks and hangover cures, and make predictions for Spotify Wrapped 2024.

We also tackle screen time habits and share life advice for our younger selves. There’s talk of the abnormally high egg prices, Fin’s story of meeting the famed Josh from Josh’s Eggs, and a nostalgic nod to Marcellin College’s Chicken Parma Burger. Plus, hear our thoughts on Brianna Chickenfry and Zach Bryan’s breakup, and a theory about Mohammad Al Fayed’s possible connection to big dairy!

On this week's Meeting of the Minds, Fin and Georges grill Benno over his Instagram boycott. We discuss our experience at the Travis Scott concert, dig into ideas about the four-day work week, Melbourne’s construction scene, and the concept of squatters’ rights. We marvel at Anthony Koutoufides' tilt for Melbourne Lord Mayor, share our favourite sunny-day activities, and look forward to the excitement of the upcoming Melbourne Cup week. Hear about our run-in with Mark Robinson and our thoughts on escaping the 9-to-5, the dream jobs we imagine, and what we aspire to do once we are all grown up.