A Little Bit Extra

One of Sharyn’s drunken DMs finally paid off! Today on A Little Bit Extra, we are joined by the hilarious Rachel Stubington (who plays the iconic Summer on Apple TV’s Shrinking). Rachel spills the tea on what it’s actually like working alongside legends like Harrison Ford and Jason Segel, from not being able to watch How I Met Your Mother to the reality of being next to Meryl Streep at the SAG Awa...

This week Australian singer-songwriter Ruel joins us for a chat about his latest music and some incredible behind-the-scenes stories from his career. Ruel opens up about his "secret" life in Los Angeles, where he was talent-spotted to play for a local football team. We also get the full story on his first big fashion purchase—an Acne Studios sweater—that was stolen from a green room in 2019 and mi...

Sharyn is back to save you from the chaos of the world with a massive pop culture wrap. We’re talking about her traumatic (and physical) encounter with Avril Lavigne, Sabrina Carpenter’s iconic Coachella shower fail, and why Justin Bieber’s set was actually a win for New Zealand. Plus, we dive into the "thirsty" finale of MAFS Australia and Danny’s truly lackluster apology video. Learn more about...

John Aiken joins us to debrief a season where the experts truly had to hold a mirror up to some intense behavior. We’re talking about the "Boss Babes" and the behind-the-scenes moments that finally caught people out. John also shares a heartfelt tribute to the legendary Mel Schilling and the massive legacy she leaves behind. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’re debriefing Coachella’s biggest moments, from Sabrina Carpenter’s masterclass to the $10 million Justin Bieber debate. Plus, MAFS hard launches, Bruno Mars’ debt, and the end of the Kyle and Jackie O era. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rebel Wilson is in the house! The comedy superstar joins the podcast to talk about everything from parenting, our Spice Girls dream, surviving scary Aussie bush rats, and of course, her directorial debut, The Deb, out in cinemas now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Scott from Married At First Sight Australia joins Sharyn to drop major bombs about his time with Gia. He reveals the truth behind the staged paparazzi shots and why they'll never speak again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We’ve all heard the conspiracy theories that John F. Kennedy Jr. and Carolyn Bessette are still alive on a secret island. Sharyn sits down with retired US Navy SEAL Joshua Benjamins, the man who actually recovered their bodies from the ocean floor. He shares the graphic, heartbreaking reality of that mission and puts the "tinfoil hat" rumours to rest for good. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

I'm officially putting on the tin foil hat today! In this week's pop wrap, we're breaking down the theory about JFK Jr and Carolyn Bessette that will have you questioning everything you saw in that Love Story finale. Plus we look at the Secret Lives of Mormon Wives scandal and why it feels like one big messy distraction, and speaking of messy, this week we also have a video some of the Married at...

I’ve had some legendary guests on the show, but I’ve never had to keep up with one on an elliptical until Phil Rosenthal showed up... The creator of Everybody Loves Raymond and the star of Somebody Feed Phil proved he can deliver world-class comedy while getting his steps in, but I’ll be honest, the workout wasn't the only thing making me sweat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...

We are diving headfirst into the absolute chaos surrounding Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Sharyn catches us up on the leaked Taylor Frankie Paul video, the domestic dispute that halted filming, and why the network really pulled the pin on her season of The Bachelorette. Plus, we have a quick-fire MAFS update and celebrate a very messy divorce that has us cheering. Learn more about your ad choices....

We’ve all seen the headlines and the conspiracy theories about Britney Spears, but what is actually going on? Sharyn sits down for an exclusive chat with two people who truly know her: her first husband, Jason Alexander, and long-time friend Sean Phillips. They open up about her recent arrest, those viral dance videos, and why she might finally need to "clean house" to find real peace. Learn more...

We are diving deep into the chaos of Married at First Sight Australia after Gia reached out to us on a burner account. She’s breaking her media ban to set the record straight on Scott and that "villain edit". Plus, we break down the $200 million Kyle and Jackie O radio fallout and get the ick from the husbands on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad...

We're going behind the scenes of your favourite reality shows with former producer Liv, @itslivonair. From Married At First Sight to American Idol, she tells Sharyn what actually happens when the cameras are rolling. We dig into the truth about "Franken-edits," why people choose to be villains, and which shows are the most authentic.  If you’ve ever wondered how much of the drama is manufactured,...

We are diving into a massive weekend of pop culture where everything seemed to break at once. We get into why Jacob Elordi is our person of the week after a legendary airport encounter, and we break down the latest messy headlines from Married at First Sight Australia. Plus, we talk through the serious news regarding Britney Spears and her recent DUI arrest. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

We’ve all seen the chaos of the latest Married at First Sight Australia dinner party, but Alissa joins Sharyn to reveal it was even more toxic than it looked on screen. From the "vicious" comments that were too disgusting to air to the premeditated plans to take her down, Alissa isn't holding back on who she thinks is the real master manipulator in the experiment. Learn more about your ad choices....

If ever there was a week to escape the chaos of Planet Earth and dive into pop culture, this is it. Sharyn breaks down Harry Styles’ return to the spotlight, the "staged" drama at the Brit Awards, and the latest absolute mess on Married at First Sight Australia. Plus, we dig into the backstage gossip involving Chris, Brooke, and a very "unwell" podcast feud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

We’ve all seen the explosive dinner parties, but what happens when the cameras aren't there? Joshua Fox joins Sharyn to reveal the truth about a secret night out in Bondi that changed everything. From threats in the street to what really went down at Icebergs, we’re getting the unfiltered tea on the most toxic season of MAFS yet. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Buckle up because the Married at First Sight drama is reaching toxic new heights. We dive into Brook’s villain era, the cease and desist letter that failed, and why calling the police became part of the behind-the-scenes chaos. Plus, we celebrate Auckland Pride with the legendary Hugo Grrrl, discuss the new Bluey show for adults, and pay tribute to the late Eric Dane. Learn more about your ad choi...

We are back with the incredible Maren Morris! She’s in the country for her Auckland and Christchurch shows, but it wasn't an easy trip to make. Maren opens up about the terrifying ice storm that almost kept her in Nashville, balancing a world tour with a sick toddler, and why she feels so safe in New Zealand that she might never leave. Plus, we get the goss on her "fire" Dreamsicle tour setlist. L...

We are spiralling this week because Barack Obama basically just confirmed aliens are a thing. We’re also breaking down the Olympic-level awkwardness of Kendall Jenner sitting amongst all her exes at the Super Bowl and asking: are the Backstreet Boys actually going to save the 2027 Halftime Show? Plus, Chris from the new Vanderpump Rules cast joins us to spill on OnlyFans and those OG feuds. Learn...

MAFS Australia is back and it is already delivering the drama we love. We sit down with expert John Aiken to get his take on the new cast and why this season feels more confronting than ever. John reveals the bizarre TikTok relationship trends he is seeing this year and why having a strict list of non-negotiables is a recipe for disaster. We also get the behind the scenes truth on those eight hour...

We are back with your weekly pop-culture catch-up in under 15 minutes because nobody has time for a two-hour marathon. Today we’re diving into the terrifying reality of Bad Bunny’s security at the Grammys and why Anderson Paak says Snoop Dogg had a major brain fade right before the Super Bowl. Plus, we look at the latest Beckham family drama and the breakup everyone is talking about. Learn more ab...

Ever wondered how Glassons seems to nail every fashion trend before it even hits the street? In this episode, I chat with April Ward, NZ CEO of Glassons about the seventh year of their limited EDT collection. April explains the process behind designing a new range and we dive into the nostalgia of the brand—from the iconic polar fleeces of our netball days to the recent comeback of the Capri pant....

We are joined in the studio by the brilliant Tom Sainsbury to celebrate the launch of his new series, Small Town Scandal.   From mysterious deaths by lawnmower to the "sordid" secrets bubbling under the surface of our local towns, Tom breaks down why we’re all so obsessed with a good scandal. We also got a bit nostalgic talking about our favourite pop culture moments. Tom is a huge fan of the Beck...