Wine Chats Podcast

Dinner table battles, picky eaters, and the never-ending school lunch struggle - sound familiar? In this week’s episode of Wine Chats, Billi and Lyndsey share their real-life stories about tackling fussy kids, introducing new foods without tears, and keeping mealtime sane (well, mostly). From sneaky veggie strategies to getting out of the “jam sandwich rut,” the mums talk about how they’re changin...

From throw cushions to remote controls - hotel rooms are full of hidden icks that most of us would rather not think about. In this Chatterbox episode, Billi and Lyndsey get real about what makes them cringe the second they step into a hotel or Airbnb. From bringing your own sheet for the couch, to disinfectant wipes and yes… even sausage pillows, we share our personal travel quirks and survival ti...

“My initial reaction obviously would be no—absolutely not. But forgiveness is good for you, because otherwise hatred just eats away at you.” This week on Wine Chats, we dive into one of the toughest questions you could ever face: could you forgive the person who killed your loved one? Inspired by a recent story of forgiveness after a tragic accident, Billi and Lyndsey unpack the layers of grief, a...

Divorce is hard enough — but when kids are involved, the question of where (and how) they live gets even trickier. In this episode of ChatterBox, we explore bird nesting : when the children stay in the family home and parents rotate in and out. Is this arrangement really easier for the kids, or does it create new complications for divorced couples? We discuss the pros, cons, and alternatives — fro...

This week on Wine Chats, we’re diving into the world of daycare and childcare in Australia —and let’s just say, it’s not all finger painting and nap time. From terrifying news stories about abuse cases and children left behind, to the eye-watering cost of daycare (up to $200 a day!) , Billi and Lindsay reflect on their own experiences as mums and ask the tough questions: How safe are our kids in d...

“Tan lines are back. Apparently. They should not be.” Last week on Chatterbox , we couldn’t stop laughing about the bizarre trends taking over our feeds - and we didn’t even scratch the surface! So this week, Billi and Lyndsey are back with more of the strangest trends people are obsessed with right now. From tan lines making a questionable comeback to snapping fingers instead of clapping (serious...

Champagne corks are flying and so are we - straight into the strange and fascinating world of astral travel . In this episode of Wine Chats, Billi and Lyndsey try another gorgeous Budburst Collective Wines brut rosé, then spoil the ending of Behind Her Eyes (you’ve been warned!) as they discuss whether astral projection is a real out-of-body phenomenon or just a trick of the mind. From personal me...

From weird and creepy little Labubu dolls to overpriced Stanley Cups and bizarre beauty crazes, on this week's ChatterBox episode, we’re diving into the weird trends that somehow capture the world’s attention - and our wallets. Billi finally explains the Labubu obsession to Lyndsey (who has somehow missed the memo), we unpack why grown adults are buying costumes for tiny evil-looking bunny toy...

In this emotionally charged Wine Chats episode, we’re asking the question every parent eventually faces - would you let your kid sleep over at a friend's house? Inspired by the chilling Disney+ series The Stolen Girl , this raw and honest discussion dives into the real-life parenting dilemmas around playdates, sleepovers, and the fine line between trusting your gut and giving your kids freedom...

In this Chatterbox episode, Billi and Lyndsey dive into the viral Coldplay Kiss Cam drama that’s taken the internet by storm. While Billi finds the moment entertaining and says the couple got what they deserved, Lyndsey takes a more serious turn - opening up about the darker consequences of online hate and the very real toll of internet bullying and cancel culture . From public shaming to mental h...

Ever wondered where to draw the line when it comes to disciplining other people’s kids? In this brutally honest episode of Wine Chats, we get real about parenting, discipline, and what happens when a grown man yells at your child on the school playground. 😳 From house rules to schoolyard showdowns, Billi shares a wild story about a confrontation that led to a very necessary email to the school. W...

This week on Wine Chats, we're diving into a controversial parenting topic: Is it ever okay to discipline someone else’s child? From chaotic birthday parties to rogue 8-year-old boys, we share our own stories (and frustrations) of trying to keep the peace when other people’s kids go feral. Lyndsey dishes on a real-life incident that left her wondering if she went too far, while Billy’s teacher...

This is a real talk for every mum who’s ever screamed in the kitchen! In this hilarious and relatable Chatterbox episode, Billi and Lyndsey dive into cooking rage , mum life in the kitchen, and what they actually feed their families. From undercooked chicken to frozen veg wars, this is a brutally honest look at the chaos of dinner time. We’re talking: Everyday meal struggles Weird cooking habits F...

This is part two of our chat from earlier this week. If you thought Monday was wild, wait 'til we get into throuples, pegging, and a few spicy surprises we definitely didn’t see coming… we're asking some big, uncomfortable, and hilarious questions! Would you ever be in a throuple? What if your man wanted to be pegged? And wait — what the hell is a teledildonic? From real-life stories to aw...

This week on Wine Chats, we’re diving into the world of unusual relationships - from lavender marriages to a very surprising gay-straight open marriage that genuinely blew our minds! Like - they do WHAT??! We kick off the episode with wine review of the gorgeous Brinktop Pinot Noir from Budburst Wine Collective , before launching into a conversation about sexual dynamics, unconventional love, and...

This week on Chatterbox by Wine Chats, we're getting spicy and honest about what turns men off in the bedroom—and how to stop making the same mistakes. From awkward habits to surprising dealbreakers, Billi and Lyndsey explore real intimacy turn-offs with their usual sass and laughter. Whether you're in a long-term relationship or navigating new territory, this fun-sized episode is packed w...

In this follow-up episode of Wine Chats, we trade in feelings for facts as we unpack the shocking laws and statistics that continue to silence women around the world. From forced marriage and hijab laws in Iran, to education bans and public silence enforced by the Taliban in Afghanistan, this episode is a raw look at how institutional gender oppression still exists in 2024. 📌 What we cover: The l...

This week on Wine Chats , we're on holidays and throwing it back to Season 5, where we’re pouring Balkan wine and diving into one of the most emotional conversations we’ve ever had - why are women still being silenced in this day and age? Join us as we crack open a bottle of rich Serbian Merlot from our wine sponsor, Podrum Food & Liquor , and dive into a deeply emotional conversation abou...

From a Brisbane house party tragedy to a miraculous Disney cruise rescue — we unpack two wild headlines that had us stunned. This two-part episode of Wine Chats: Chatterbox Edition takes you on an emotional rollercoaster as we break down two headline-making stories, one tragic, one unexpectedly heartwarming. In part one, we talk about the shocking Brisbane incident where a 15-year-old allegedly st...

This week on Wine Chats, your favourite Aussie mums get very real about OnlyFans, cheating, and what counts as crossing the line in modern relationships! They are diving headfirst into the spicy question: 👉 Is subscribing to OnlyFans considered cheating in a relationship? Join Billi and Lyndsey, two unfiltered besties, as they sip questionable wine and unpack the messy layers of modern love, onli...

Makeup in the car — bold or bonkers?! This week on ChatterBox, best friends and unapologetically honest Aussie mums Lyndsey and Billi get fired up about a surprisingly controversial topic: putting your face on behind the wheel. From roadside beauty routines to mum life multitasking madness, Lyndsey is seeing red over a woman applying a full face of makeup in traffic — and Billi’s just trying to un...

In this week’s Wine Chats episode, we’re diving deep into the true purpose of education . From our own school horror stories to the nightmare that is Year 6 maths homework (seriously, what even is algebra anymore?!), we ask the big questions: Are schools preparing kids for real life? Who’s doing education right — Finland, Japan, Canada? And what could Australia actually learn from them? We also un...

This week on Wine Chats, things did not go to plan. We were supposed to bring you a whole other episode (RIP ChatterBox), but Billi accidentally deleted the file—so here we are, tipsy on Limoncello and diving headfirst into a list Lyndsey found about how often you should actually be washing everyday items like your bedsheets, bras, keyboards, and more. Spoiler: we’re all filthier than we think. Co...

This week on ChatterBox, we're stirring up a hot topic: the hidden dangers lurking in your kitchen drawer. After Billi stumbled upon a headline warning about black plastic utensils, she promptly overhauled her kitchen tools—without even reading the full article! Meanwhile, Lyndsey had already made the switch to wooden utensils ages ago, proving once again that she's ahead of the curve. But...

This week on Wine Chats, we dive into our screens and spill all about the TV shows and movies we’ve been watching lately — and let’s just say, we could not be more different. Billi’s deep in the moody world of Dept. Q on Netflix, while Lyndsey's living her best glam life with The Kardashians — and that’s just the beginning. From crime dramas to reality royalty, we unpack what our viewing choic...