TV RELOAD

Today on the podcast I have the freshly eliminated queen from ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race: Down Under Series 2” who has unarguably polarised her audience! - It is Minnie Cooper!

This season on 'Down Under' we have been on a real journey with 'Minnie Cooper' - Her experience, her humour and her commitment to the show did not gone unnoticed and while she has rubbed some queens the wrong way, audiences were certainly left divided. Love her or hate her - Minnie is one impressive queen. Who I will not forget.

There was plenty to talk about with Minnie and we have to pay respect to some impressive commentary with her master interviews, her conflict style was always take no prisoners and lets face it - I don’t think anyone will ever use a stapler on a dress again!

We talk about the segregation she felt from the others, the 'Snatch Game' that didn’t pay off, her secret bond with RuPaul himself and some shady answers from an outspoken queen! As we play Shady or lady!

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Today on the podcast I have the latest eliminated queen from 'RuPaul's Drag Race: Down Under Series 2' - it is 'Pomara Fifth!'

This week the competition heated up as Down Under series 2 saw the queens put the word sabotage under a microphone. There was no where to hide with 'Molly Poppins' getting an advantage - that saw a not so secret strategy being called out by the other queens. 

I did not see 'Pomara’s Fifth' elimination coming and I have really enjoyed her confidence and sense of humour. Which I think will be sadly missed. 

We will talk about the clashes behind the scenes, what was happening with those panties, who the queens turn to if the drama gets too much and I will also try my hardest to get some shady answers out of this reluctant queen

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Today on the podcast I have the latest unmasked celebrity from 'Channel Ten’s' 'The Masked Singer Australia' and while we have wiggled with this guest for many years - you may not have picked her as the 'Zombie' - that’s right today’s it is 'Emma Watkins!'

Emma was the first woman to ever be apart of 'The Wiggles' and while we have been in her audience for for so many years, I believe we have really only touched the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what I think 'Emma Watkins' is capable of. 

Whilst being an actor singer, dancer growing up - she had no idea that being a children’s entertainer was going to be what would propelled to a global status. Kids love her parents love her and let’s face it who hasn’t wanted to buy an 'Emma Doll!'

It is absolutely no secret why Australia loves her and in this chat you will get some great insights into the magic of her appeal!

We will talk her likes to 'Anne Hathaway,' why people are obsessed with her, she studied Zombie’s to take on this role and if she knows who is behind the rest of the masks!

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Today on the podcast I have the latest unmasked celebrity from 'Channel Ten’s' 'The Masked Singer Australia' and this guest has a background in show business with some extra experience with the peel reveal. 

 It is 'Jamie Durie' aka the 'Masked Singers Tiger!'

Jamie started out on 'Manpower' back in the early 90's but it was his love of gardening that really propelled him to star-dome. His eye for detail caught 'Oprah Winfrey's' and after 5 years on her show the Aussie entertainer presenter became a global household name. 

He has been keeping busy with a lot of work in front of the camera and in the garden but when I walked away from this chat - I felt like I met a man with a thirst for knowledge and appreciation for conversation. I think what has been the recipe for his success as he has gathered amazing stories and met some phenomenal people. 

We will talk about 'Oprah,' a chance meeting with 'Michael Hutchins', his take home from the late 'Oliver Newton John' and plenty of fun stories from his time on 'The Masked Singer Australia.'

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Today on the podcast I have 'Stathi' and 'Matt' from the new reality series 'Hunted!' The hit show for 'Network Ten' saw these boys make it to the end and snag $50,000!

I have never done this before but I have the boys here at my house un edited and un-filtered - they had suggested coming on the podcast via Twitter and probably didn’t expect the invitation over to my home studio - but here we are!

I mean what’s a couple of Ex-Reality TV stars, who happened to be gay swapping stories on how to win at Reality TV. Mind you 'Hunted' is not an easy game and its format has to be seen to be believed. 

This gripping series provides access-all-areas to both sides of the pursuit, resulting in a heart-pounding game of cat and mouse that plays out like a real-life thriller.

Over 9 episodes we followed these fugitives but only two made it to the end. Today I have one of those guys Stahi and his captured team mate Matt- explain everything that happened and also give away some tips on how to be picked for series 2 and how to win the cash!

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Today on the podcast I have your latest eliminated queen from 'Rupaul’s Drag Race : Down Under series 2!' It’s 'Aubrey Haive!'

The very talented contestant swapped 'New Zealand' for 'Melbourne' a few years back and found a passion for drag during the pandemic and the rise to success has been quite quick now finding herself on the latest series of the popular franchise. 

There has been plenty of drama in the series so far and plenty of talented queens with fans noticing a huge improvement on the second series. 

However, pressure has been noticed right across the board and like today's guest a few of the contestants have gotten inside their heads with a shock exit in 'Aubrey' - leaving fans gagged! 

We will talk about the moment It all came crumbling down, some of the drama happening at the hands of 'Minnie Cooper,' who she’d like to see on the next series and some shady answers that will have you shook. 

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Today on the podcast I have the latest unmasked celebrity from 'Channel Ten’s' 'The Masked Singer Australia' and this guest has been in our cinemas and on our TV screens for decades. It’s 'Pia Miranda!'

While the thong was an unusual choice for the pint sized Australian actor, it was a great disguise because no one seem to guess who was behind the mask. I thought 'Bindi Irwin,' 'Carla Bonner' and so many other celebs that somehow I missed all the clues that matched with one of my favourite Australian stars. 

I have loved Pia’s unpredictable at times but consistent career from 'Looking for Alibrandi,' 'Secret Life of Us,' 'Wentworth' to 'Australian Survivor.' There is so many iconic TV twists and turns in Pia’s career. 

We will talk about a return to 'Australia Survivor,' what song she had planned next from 'Bachelor Girl,' what her family thought of her secret involvement on the show and I will get the backstory to her famous role as 'Joise Alibrandi.' 

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Today on the podcast I have one Australia’s most celebrated athletes who has braved the masked singer Australia and won over even more fans with her emotional performance. It’s Lisa Curry.

While the caterpillar had the panel stumped, It was high emotions when the gold medalist was the second to be booted from the hit show. There wasn't a person in the audience that wasn't crying and I for one had the tissues out.

The country has been following Lisa’s journey for decades but with a family tragedy recently we have all watched as she has tried to put her life back together. This show was an emotional way to express her emotion and it was clearly a challenge that appeared to be a bit cathartic for her. 

We will talk about the reasons why she choose to do the show, the upfront approach with Hughesy, how she felt singing without the mask and if she is still second guessing saying yes to the whole thing. 

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Today on the podcast I have the first one out of 'The Masked Singer Australia' on 'Channel Ten.' It’s 'Ryan Moloney - Australia’s most loved soap star.

Fresh from Neighbours sad conclusion - we have been absolutely treated to this fanatic performance by the celebrated actor well known for his role as 'Toadie' on the long running soap. He dressed as a knight and slayer his 'Ed Sheeran' song but sadly had been sent home first. 

The show is a lot of fun and we have certainly seen some really impressive voices in the first episode and while it is sad we have seen 'Ryan' go, the first reveal was a truly big shock for audiences.

We will talk about keeping secrets, how the songs get picked, what was planned next for his second performance and what exactly is next for one of Australian most recognisable television actors. 

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Today on the podcast I have Abbie Chatfield who is excited to talk 'The Masked Singer Australia' which debuts tonight on 'Channel Ten' at 7:30!

Abbie was a shock announcement alongside Mel B, Hughesy and Chrissie Swan as this really cements her as a television personality in the big leagues. 

The panel did get a massive shake up with three of the presenters exiting the show but early buzz is really positive and the launch night looks set to be a tight race up against three new reality shows debuting at the same time.

Abbie talks about that casting announcement on the series, what it is like to work alongside a Spice Girl, what she will bring to 'The Masked Singer Australia,' we also discuss her commitment to social media, and lots more.

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