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How a $100m celebrity business came undone Aug 23, 2026

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MONDAY ANALYSIS:

Coming up on today’s show: Selena Gomez and her mother are being sued for $1.2 million. It all comes back to Wondermind, the mental health company founded by Selena Gomez, her mum Mandy Teefey, and businesswoman Daniella Pierson in 2022. And in the last four years? Well, there’s quite a bit of drama to catch you up on.

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Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1).What Happened at Wondermind? in The Cut

‘Smoke And Mirrors’: How This Entrepreneur Exaggerated And Self-Promoted Her Way Into Turmoil in Forbes

Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, executive-produced by Lucy Hunt and audio-edited by Eilish Gilligan. Our social media team consists of Naima Fatema, Divya Simmie and Eilish Gilligan, and our partnerships manager is Cindy Luu.

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Mich's BBL Aug 21, 2026

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DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS:

Mich is the exact same height as this A-list celebrity man, the Sussexes are coming back to the UK – which is a pretty massive surprise – and Mich has a really, really dumb and funny AI mishap to share with Zara and the listeners. And finally! Slow News Week!

This week, Mich recommended The Jury: Death on the Staircase on SBS. Zaz recommended Talking at Night by Claire Daverley and Sterling Point on Amazon Prime.

This episode of Shameless is brought to you by Elite Eleven, the Australian-born activewear brand designed to move with you. Also, shout-out to Warner Brothers and Practical Magic 2!

Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-edited by Monica Vantilburg and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. Our social media team consists of Naima Fatema, Divya Simmie and Annabelle Lee, and our partnerships manager is Cindy Luu.

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Perhaps... the worst movie of the year? Aug 19, 2026

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THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY:

Well hello! Coming up on today’s show: ‘Harry Potter’ actress Bel Powley ‘strongly disagrees’ with JK Rowling, Nicole Kidman has graced the cover of British Vogue (mother), the devastating death of Hayden Panettiere, Zara didn’t love Callum Turner’s new film ‘One Night Only’, and Lewis Hamilton has posted Kim K to the grid…

Thank you so much to Netflix and their new show My Brilliant Careerfor making this episode possible. Also, shout-out to Moonpig!

Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-produced by Monica Vantilburg, and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. Our social media team consists of Divya Simmie and Naima Fatema, and our partnerships manager is Cindy Luu.

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The backlash to the backlash of 'Yesteryear' Aug 16, 2026

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MONDAY ANALYSIS:

Coming up on today’s show: We’re talking Yesteryear! It’s the bestselling debut by author Caro Claire Burke, which has sold over 1.4 million copies worldwide and sparked a discourse for the ages. We’re asking the question: why do so many people hate it? And is the hate justified, or something we tend to… reserve for bestselling female authors?

Thankyou so much to Swisse for making this episode of Shameless possible – head to We Are Hysterical to learn more. Also, Shout-out to Moonpig!

Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1).

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Just trying to sell a wig (don't blow it) Aug 14, 2026

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DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS:

Zaz brings a list of things that deserved a rebrand! Then, a viral clip got us thinking about your dumbest mistakes at work – we asked you to send in your stories. And finally, Role Model bombed a cover; his preemptive strike was inspiring, though.

This week, Mich recommended Cara Delevingne on Louis Theroux’s podcast. Zaz recommended Good People by Patmeena Sabit.

Big thanks to Netflix and their new favourite series, My Brilliant Career, for making this episode possible. It follows the funny and willful Sybylla Melvyn who wants to live life on her own terms, but it’s 1900 and her family has other ideas. Watch it now, only on Netflix.

And shoutout to Koala, too! Koala has up to 25% off sitewide until August 16.

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The Phoebe, Paul and Gracie maze Aug 12, 2026

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THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY:

Phoebe Bridgers' new lyrics about Gracie Abrams (allegedly), some really troubling reports about Perez Hilton, and did Gigi Hadid and Bradley Cooper get married? Brad Pitt’s profile in Esquire and… woah. We obviously have thoughts. Brooks Nader blank blank on a boat with her dad! Listen for that to make sense!

This episode references self-harm and suicidal thoughts – if you need help, contact Lifeline on 13 11 14.

Big thanks to Moonpig for making this episode possible. This Father’s Day, they’re helping Aussies celebrate every kind of Dad with their personalised greeting cards. Plus, score 50% off right now with the code SHAMELESS50! Head here to shop.

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That 'No Influencers' debacle Aug 09, 2026

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MONDAY ANALYSIS:

Coming up on today’s show: A tiny antiques store in a small town in the US is making global headlines after displaying a sign that says “No Influencers”. It’s sparked a massive conversation about the state of influencing – and whether or not hating influencers is the same thing as just hating women…

Thank you so much to Netflix for making this episode of Shameless possible – My Brilliant Career premieres on Netflix this Thursday. Also, shout-out to the L’Oreal Paris Elvive Collagen Lifter range!

Your hosts are Zara McDonald (@zamcdonald) and Michelle Andrews (@michelleandrews1).

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The Battle of the Algorithms Aug 07, 2026

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DUMB STUFF FRIDAYS:

Mich and Zaz consumed very different kinds of content over the break lol – the beauty of algorithms. So today, it’s a Welcome to my Algorithm BATTLE.

This week, Mich recommended watching The Invite. Zaz recommended The Five Star Weekend on Binge, as well as London Falling by Patrick Radden Keefe.

Big thanks to The Devil’s Mouth and Prime Video for making this episode possible. The Devil’s Mouth is a gripping new movie that follows five friends as they try to escape a deadly cave… and whatever’s under the water. Watch it now, exclusively on Prime Video.

And shoutout to Moonpig! Ahead of Father’s Day, you can get 50% off Moonpig’s range with the code SHAMELESS50.

Shameless Podcast is produced by Annabelle Lee and Eilish Gilligan, video-edited by Annabelle Lee and executive-produced by Lucy Hunt. Our social media team consists of Naima Fatema, Divya Simmie and Annabelle Lee, and our partnerships manager is Cindy Luu.

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Ariana, a Natalie Portman novel and also! We're back! Aug 05, 2026

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THURSDAY QUICK AND DIRTY:

We’re baaaack! On today’s show: Ariana Grande is taking a break, Matty Healy got married, and then, is that novel about Natalie Portman? Olivia Rodrigo’s normie bf (Nicole Kidman has one, too, btw), Bella Hadid’s ex thought they were still together, and finally! Something falls out of Robbie Williams’s nose.

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Thank you so much to Netflix and their new show My Brilliant Careerfor making this episode possible. To celebrate My Brilliant Career, the Shameless Book Club and Netflix are hosting a special screening on August 13th – the same day the show premieres – followed by dinner and a live conversation with our very own Eilish Gilligan and Annabelle Lee.

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Introducing: The Census. Nope, not that one. Aug 03, 2026

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We have an announcement!

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