The Ella Era

In this highly anticipated episode, I sit down with one of the most quietly compelling contestants from Married at First Sight, David Momoh. From walking out of his final vows before Alissa could even finish her speech, to selling his MAFS wedding ring on Facebook Marketplace, no topic is off-limits. David drops truth bombs on hiding in the bathroom with Scott, to what it's really like to maintain...

Welcome back to the Ella Era! In this episode, I sit down with the talk of the town: Lily Phillips, Only Fans headliner and breakout star of Stan’s brand-new hit reality docudrama, Turned On: Dirty Sexy Money . We dive headfirst into the reality TV chaos, the mental gymnastics of on-screen arguments, and why Lily actually welcomes internet trolls for her business algorithm. Plus, Lily shares...

In today’s episode, I’m joined by Australia’s most trusted parenting expert, author, and psychologist, Dr. Justin Coulson. He breaks down the terrifying neurobiology of public scrutiny and trolling, explaining why high emotions equal low intelligence- and why your brain literally starves itself of oxygen when you’re under online attack.  Finally, we dive into the digit...

From being rejected daily on reality TV to becoming a global sensation, Lucinda Light is the breath of fresh air we all needed. In this deeply candid (and hilariously witty) episode, Lucinda sits down to spill the tea on her life before, during, and after Married at First Sight Australia  and her experience in the UK on Celebs Go Dating . ______________________________________________________...

This episode was shot LIVE episode from the brand-new Baby Bunting Mentone store. I, with my live audience talk about the things I wish I knew I needed when I was pregnant (and which things I didn’t). I’m joined by leading pediatric nutritionist, Abby McClennan to demystify the terrifying world of transitioning to solids. If you are terrified of choking, confused by the "mum community"...

I tackle the topic of the reality of Reality TV and online bullying, it's a topic that has been weighing heavily on my chest all week. Triggered by back-to-back, last-minute guest cancellations from reality TV personalities who are simply "not okay," I strip back the glitz of instant celebrity to expose the brutal mental health toll of online life. From cyberbullying and toxic "pile-ons" to the ch...

In this raw episode, I sit down with model and content creator Mia Fevola. Growing up in the spotlight as the daughter of a controversial AFL icon, Mia opens up about bonding over losing our fathers as babies, navigating family addiction, and her mother’s incredible strength. We also discuss the childhood memories her brain blocked out, the breathtaking moment her time on I'm a Celebrity......

Welcome back to the Ella Era! In this explosive episode, we are sitting down with Married at First Sight fan-favorite Rachel Gilmore, and she is holding absolutely nothing back. After capturing the hearts of the nation as the relatable 9-to-5 corporate girly, Rachel opens up about the jarring reality of overnight fame, navigating the dating world after 16 years of being single, and the real reason...

Are you still afraid of Creatine? In this episode I get Melbourne’s leading naturopath back on Lucas Aoun (Ergogenic Health) to cut through the noise. We’re talking about why every woman should be on Creatine, the reality of "bulking" myths, and why buying better salt might actually be worth it. From peptide trends to the "Anti-Aging" amino acid you’ve never heard of, this is you...

In this episode, the incredible Jamie Marinos returns to the podcast for her and as always, she’s not holding back. From the shocking revelation that her ex-husband is appearing on Netflix’s Perfect Match to her major life decision to move to Athens, Greece, Jamie opens up about following her intuition in her major move and life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, it’s just you and me. I’m stripping it all back to talk about the reality of being a self-managed working mum. From the terrifying panic attack I had before my first in person event to how I'm keeping all the plates in the air, we’re diving deep. Plus, I answer your most-asked questions: Why did I stop breastfeeding? Is screen time actually a "no-go" for Pia? And...

You’ve seen her hilarious reenactments all over your FYP, and she’s bringing that energy to the mic. This week, I sat down with Katie Lamb, the voice of Triple M Perth and the genius behind those spot-on MAFS skits. We dive deep into the "unhinged" behavior of the latest season, Katie explains why certain contestants make for the perfect comedy fodder and how she manages to find humor...

This week’s guest is perhaps the most perfectly fitted to a show about ‘eras’ ever. From the high-pressure stadium lights of the NRL to the rose ceremonies of The Bachelor, to Book-Toker, podcaster and most recently, a top-three finish in the jungle, Luke Bateman has lived many lives. But beneath the "Alpha" athlete exterior, Luke was a boy who hid his love for fantasy novels in...

This week we’re hearing the other side of the story. After our explosive chat with Chris earlier this week, his other half, Sam Stanton, joins us to set the record straight. Sam, the Adelaide gym owner, and one half of MAFS 2026’s first gay intruder couple. While their wedding looked like a fairytale, the honeymoon phase didn't last long. Today, Sam opens up about the "slow burn" that...

In this explosive episode, MAFS  Chris joins me to peel back the curtain on what wasn't shown that went down between him and Sam. From the shock of being called to get married with only a four-day turnaround to the heartbreak of two failed surrogacy attempts, Chris leaves nothing off the table. He reveals the crucial unseen footage that changed the context of his "defensive" behavior, the tru...

I HAD to jump on the mic and give you my thoughts after that finale!! I was shook _______________________________________________________________________ My socials INSTAGRAM   instagram.com/ellamayding instagram.com/ellaerapodcast TIKTOK   tiktok.com/@emayding WEBSITE  ellamayding.com.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I’m talking peptides again. I promised I would get a peptide ‘guru’ to explain more about them. I’m joined by certified naturopath and biohacking expert Lucas Aoun (founder of Ergogenic Health) to pull back the curtain on the industry. While influencers and celebrities are "glowing" on camera, Lucas reveals the good, bad and the interesting about the many trending...

This week, I sat down with this season's MAFS contestant, Stephanie Marshall, the real estate powerhouse who survived one of the most polarizing matches in MAFS history with groom, Tyson. Stephanie tells us about the red flags we didn't see, the drama at reunion and the new love she found once the cameras stopped rolling. _________________________________________________________________ HER SOCIAL...

Whether you ARE a parent or know a parent, this common sense approach will give guidance. This week, renowned Pediatrician and author, Dr. Golly pulls back the curtain on how to manage some of the trickiest parts of parenting by leaning into biological truths of human development.  From debunking viral "regression" myths to explaining why we were never meant to raise children in isolation, th...

A bonus episode for your weekend! I am joined by current MAFS bride, Julia Vogl, for a conversation that is as unfiltered as it gets. Julia isn't holding back as she breaks down the "blatant lies" shown on screen, including what really happened with that infamous anniversary letter. Julia also opens up about Grayson's "hot-headed" and "abrasive" behaviour that was left on the cutting room floor an...

This week we are joined by the unfiltered fan-fave Jamie Marinos to unpack the time that has passed since her season of MAFS, what she’s been up to and her plans for the future.  We’re diving deep into the headlines, from the shocking off-camera language used by Clint to the trauma-bond romance with Elliot. She pulls back the curtain on the "blindside" that fooled everyone, plus,...

This week we are joined by the absolute powerhouse that is Abbey Holmes. I sat down with her the week before footy was back to chat about the juggle of being a sports broadcasting icon and a new mum. I asked her about the backlash she got last year coming back to work (and the support) and about THAT kiss on the cheek with Lachie Neale. This episode is for anyone trying to find their balance,...

Fresh off his departure from Season 13 of Married at First Sight, Luke Fourniotis joins the podcast to share his raw and honest experience from the experiment. Just 24 hours after his final episode aired, Luke reflects on the relief of it being over and the difficulty of watching the season back - from seeing  the things said behind his back His socials INSTA - instagram.com/lukefourn _______...

From nursing on the frontlines to commanding an audience of 1.3 million on TikTok, Aimee Connor (aka Aims) joins the Ella Era for a raw, unfiltered deep dive into the "chaos" of her life. She opens up about the dark side of digital fame- speaking on the terrifying cyber-bullying that led to panic attacks, therapy, and calls to Lifeline.  But that’s just one layer. Aims shares her incred...

I have MAFS royalty in the studio this morning to recap the explosive MAFS episode that aired last night. Last season's brides, Rhi Disljenkovic & Jamie Marinos speak on how disgusted they were seeing the behaviour of some of the cast last night and the action they think the industry needs to take against them. Their socials Rhi Disljenkovic -  instagram.com/rhidisljenkovic/ Jam...