Sam Baxter & Sarah Direen
Bestie Boos
Sam Baxter & Sarah Direen. Two besties (& mums) from Aotearoa, New Zealand - an unfiltered podcast with hot takes, real talk and laughs about our lives, our friendship and pop culture. Join us for your weekly catch up with the gals! Instagram @bestieboosshow TikTok @bestieboosshow Watch the Pod on YouTube @BestieBoosShow Contact bestieboosshow@gmail.com Spread the word Besties xoxo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sam Baxter & Sarah Direen
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Latest episode
Nov 8, 2026
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Episodes
Episode 84: DAVID THE MEDIUM | Samuel Came Through & We Need to Debrief 🕊️❤️🩹 08.11.2026 52:47
This week on Bestie Boos, we have a BIG one. We chat about our experience with David the Medium, and Samuel came through in a way that has left us with plenty to talk about… We take you through the whole experience, from how it started to the moment David connected. We share the audio, debrief what happened and chat about how it all made Sam feel. 🎥 Want to watch the moment for yourself? Watch Da...
Episode 83: Sezzy’s Chrishell & G Flip CONFUSION, Our Cup Day Prep & Halloween Chaos 😂 01.11.2026 47:42
This week on Bestie Boos, Sarah has a pop culture misunderstanding that sends us BOTH into absolute hysterics. 💀😂 It involves Chrishell Stause, G Flip and a mix-up you’ll have to hear to believe! We’re unpacking Chrishell and G Flip’s reported split, their relationship, and Jason’s involvement. Let’s just say Sarah takes things in a VERY unexpected direction. 👀 We’re also joined by the fabulou...
Episode 82: A Birthday Party, Pilates & a Very Effective Parenting Threat 😂 26.10.2026 46:49
This week on Bestie Boos, we’ve got celebrity chaos, parenting tactics and a Saturday morning plot twist we genuinely didn’t see coming. 😂 First up, Taylor Swift’s dress at the Academy Museum Gala has us asking: is ANYONE safe from a boob tube?! 💀 Plus, Miley Cyrus is back performing live, and we’re chatting about her rare Hollywood Bowl shows, her music and the rumours swirling around her. We’...
Episode 81: We Took Bestie Boos OUT OF THE GROUP CHAT… And Sarah Forgot Her Age 😂 18.10.2026 38:04
This week on Bestie Boos, Sarah has a moment that has her questioning whether her brain is actually keeping up with her age… 💀😂 Sam’s also been behind the mic at a recent MC gig, and naturally, we’ve got stories, mishaps and a few unexpected takeaways from the night. 🎤 Plus, we did something VERY exciting this week — taking Bestie Boos out of the group chat and into real life for our first-ever...
Episode 80: Sarah’s Dead Dog Meltdown, Sam’s Vegetable Obsession & Christa Pike Is BACK?! 💀😂 11.10.2026 51:46
This week on Bestie Boos, the group chat is FULL. We’re kicking things off with a Kardashian intro (lol), then diving into the Playboy world, some wild revelations and whether the upcoming Playboy movie will romanticise Hugh Hefner and his infamous empire. Crystal Harris has some advice for Jessica Biel, but Holly reckons there’s plenty to look forward to?! 👀 We’re also talking Christa Pike — she...
Episode 79: Sam’s MASSIVE F&P Showdown, The Best Job Perks & a VERY True Crime Week! 😳 04.10.2026 52:24
This week on Bestie Boos, Sam has had a MASSIVE showdown with Fisher & Paykel — and let’s just say it was stressful, but worth it! 👀 We’re also talking about some of the best employee perks in the world , from our own previous wins through to companies that give their staff free beauty products (Sephora!) and heavily discounted travel (Air NZ!), plus some pretty sweet staff discounts. Which c...
Episode 78: Rebecca Keil Tells Us EVERYTHING — Surrogacy, Te Reo Māori & Being an OG Influencer 27.09.2026 1:17:38
This week on Bestie Boos, we’re joined by Rebecca Keil — OG Kiwi influencer, lifestyle content creator and all-round truth teller! ❤️ Rebecca has been sharing her life online since the early days of influencing, so we chat about what it was like being one of New Zealand’s original lifestyle influencers, how social media has changed, and what it’s really like having your life play out online. We al...
Episode 77: 9/11, 25 Years On — Our NYC Bestie Shares Her Experience 🗽❤️ 13.09.2026 57:05
This week on Bestie Boos, we’re back with a very full catch-up — from David the Medium ticket updates and a few big Warriors games to birthday celebrations, beauty recaps and plenty of pop culture chaos. In pop culture, we’re talking Taylor Swift at the CMAs, Lady Gaga and her growing family, the Spice Girls trolling us, Liv Golf’s bankruptcy drama, Lululemon founder Chip Wilson’s divorce debacle,...
Episode 76: The Beauty Secrets You NEED to Know This Spring! Tips from NZ’s FAVE Makeup Artist, Stacey Banfield 💄✨ 06.09.2026 49:27
Episode 76: The Beauty Secrets You NEED to Know This Spring! Tips from NZ’s FAVE Makeup Artist, Stacey Banfield 💄✨ This week on Bestie Boos , we’re getting our beauty bags ready for spring! 🌸💄 We’re joined by Stacey Banfield , a highly respected, fully qualified Christchurch makeup artist with more than 16 years of experience in the beauty industry. Stacey has worked with internationally renow...
Episode 75: Two Very Different Nights Out, a Loyalty Test & a Lindsay Clancy Debate 30.08.2026 44:15
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re catching up after a busy few weeks — including gardening attempts, blocked ears, two VERY different nights out, and a Friday night story that has us talking about loyalty, friendship and having your mates’ backs . In pop culture, we’re paying tribute to Dolly Parton , chatting about Miley Cyrus heading back into the studio, and getting excited for Bruno Mars coming...
Episode 74: Sam’s in Hospital with a Legit Criminal & Sarah Gets the Fright of Her Life! 😳😂 23.08.2026 52:34
This week on Bestie Boos , we’ve got a LOT to catch up on — including how Sam found herself in hospital with a criminal this week and Sarah getting the fright of her life when a listener literally walks into the room while we’re recording, and of course… UP THE WAHS! 🏉💙❤️💚 We kick things off with a pop culture catch-up, including Hayden Panettiere’s latest headlines, Chanel West Coast (lol), Gl...
Episode 73: Sarah’s Dead Donor Dad Email, BP Meltdowns & Brunch with the Prime Minister! 16.08.2026 57:51
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re back with another very full catch-up — from Instagram changing its logo and AI taking over our feeds, to celebrity news, Netflix’s latest move, and Sarah’s ongoing Dead Dad saga … because the story isn’t over yet!! Highlights, lowlights and getting railroaded by the Prime Minister of NZ… literally. 😂 Then we finally get into pop culture. We unpack Instagram’s late...
Episode 72: Sarah Joins the Dead Dad Club… The Lindsay Clancy Trial & Up the Wahs! 💙❤️💚 09.08.2026 56:53
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re catching up on a week that somehow manages to span celebrity drama, true crime, wine, friendship, grief, and the discovery of what might genuinely be the perfect new career… We kick things off with Billboard making history , with the entire top five made up of country songs, before celebrating the Commonwealth Games and the incredible medal haul. We chat Warriors v...
Episode 71: Ariana Grande, Lorde & Miley ✨ Plus the Tooth Fairy & Convenient Friendships 02.08.2026 41:14
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re unpacking a huge week in pop culture and catching you up on everything that’s been happening in our world. We dive into Ariana Grande’s brand-new album, Miley Cyrus announcing new music, Lorde’s Lollapalooza performance, the return of the quiff (apparently 😅), and the exciting addition of a Kiwi voice to Google Maps. We also chat Ted Lasso’s return, Spider-Man’s b...
Episode 70: Happy International Friendship Day, Bestie! 💕 29.07.2026 19:42
Surprise! Here’s a spur-of-the-moment mini episode to fill your cup this International Friendship Day. 🫶 This week, we’re dropping a little bonus episode to celebrate one of our favourite things in the world — friendship. We chat about what friendship means to us, why your people matter through every season of life, and how lucky we feel to have built this incredible Bestie Boos community. Whethe...
Episode 69: We Were Triggered This Week… 🤯 | Golf, Grand Finals & Pop Culture 26.07.2026 46:44
This week on Bestie Boos, we’re covering a little bit of everything — from the biggest pop culture headlines to our weekend sport updates, customer service rants, and why we’re suddenly feeling nostalgic for Neopets. In pop culture, we unpack the 13 Going on 30 sequel officially being in the works, Kim Kardashian’s new energy drink, LeBron James’ potential move to the Philadelphia 76ers, Julie And...
Episode 68: NZ's big dilemma: Smeg vs. Ooshies, Mum Guilt & The Odyssey 💕 19.07.2026 54:22
This week on Bestie Boos, we’re catching you up after a busy week of navigating grief with our wee mates, juggling mum life, work, and all the little moments in between. In pop culture, we unpack the passing of New Zealand acting legend Sam Neill, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco’s cross-sea love story, the FIFA Club World Cup Final halftime show (hello Justin Bieber!), Rihanna’s surprise appearance...
Episode 67: An Apology, Taylor’s Wedding, a House with a Dark History & Matariki ✨ 12.07.2026 42:09
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re back after an unexpected week off, and there’s a lot to catch up on. We share why there wasn’t an episode last week and open up about supporting a mate as they navigate the heartbreaking end-of-life journey of their young son. It’s an honest conversation about anticipatory grief, showing up when you don’t have the right words, and witnessing the incredible strength...
Episode 66: A Local True Crime Story… how we know the $40K Thief!! 😳 28.06.2026 50:45
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re catching up on the highs and lows of the week — from video calls, kids certificates and full belly laughs, through to kids health updates, and all the little moments in between. In pop culture, there’s plenty to unpack. We chat Paris Fashion Week, North West’s latest headline-making moment, Britney Spears’ boys stepping into the spotlight, and why everyone seems co...
Episode 65: How Sam scored an iPhone 17 for $140! Plus Pop Culture & a Catch-Up… 21.06.2026 46:36
This week on Bestie Boos, we’re checking in after a huge few weeks of juggling work, life, kids, and everything in between. From RSV making its way through the house to navigating the new juggle of freelancer life, we’re sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. In pop culture, we’re unpacking the latest headlines, including Tyra Banks taking on Netflix, Anne Hathaway’s reported baby new...
Episode 64: Out the gate vape spots & THAT Michael Jackson doco… it’s all here besties! 07.06.2026 49:48
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re diving into a big week of pop culture — from thoughts on all things Taylor Swift, including her new song and the latest wedding rumours. We talk Dua Lipa’s second wedding celebrations, the new Michael Jackson doco thats number one on Netflix currently and our honest thoughts.... also Madonnas surprise NYC performance and her very revealing interview with Grindr. Sa...
Episode 63: Tim Payne, Fergie & the Pussy Cat Dolls, Micro Acts of Feminism & Winter Tings 01.06.2026 56:39
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re officially calling it: 2026 is shaping up to be the year of the reunion. From the Pussycat Dolls making headlines again to Fergie reuniting with the Black Eyed Peas at the AMAs, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and discussing whether nostalgia is having a bigger moment than ever. We also unpack Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s intimate London wedding, Taylor Swift’...
Episode 62: Fresh Air Fatigue, Danny Go & Dianne’s Commitment to the Job 24.05.2026 52:49
This week on Bestie Boos , we’re catching up after a big weekend — from Club Day at the rugby club, to the very real feeling of needing an extra day to recover from all that fresh air 😅 We chat through what’s been happening in pop culture, including Auckland FC taking out the A-League Championship, Miley Cyrus getting her star on the Walk of Fame, the latest Spotify/Ticketmaster drama, and why Sh...
Episode 61: Bali Prison Story, Drake News & SIX60 Weekend Recap 17.05.2026 42:46
This week on Bestie Boos, Sezzy is in charge… which means things get chaotic pretty quickly 😭 Fresh off SIX60’s massive Christchurch show, we recap our Once in a Lifetime weekend and everything that came with it — the energy, the nostalgia, and why it felt like the entire country was there. In pop culture land, we unpack Drake breaking streaming records (again), FIFA’s surprisingly stacked new mu...
Episode 60: Harry Styles Is Somehow Hotter… & We’re Having AI Anxiety 10.05.2026 54:16
This week on Bestie Boos , we unpack the things currently consuming our brains: Harry Styles somehow getting even hotter, Spencer Pratt’s chaotic return to relevance, and the very real spiral of AI anxiety. After experimenting with AI tools like Claude and Canva AI, we have an honest conversation about creativity, work, and the growing fear of being left behind as technology moves at lightning spe...
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