The Deep by Zoe Marshall

Ali Kali is famous as the lactating porn star. Yep, she's known for squirting dudes in the face with her milk. But that's only a tiny part of why I wanted to talk to her. Her story is a wild ride involving addiction, sex work, child loss, and... meditation masturbation? Content warning: this episode is very sexually explicit and contains discussions on infant loss, addiction and suicide. Support r...

As we approach January 26, this year we hand the microphone over to two amazing indigenous creators. Matty has been sunning himself on nude beaches while Brooke has just been getting nude in the backyard! Matty and Brooke also went on a trip last year that changed their lives forever! And we chat with one of Australia's top First Nations performers and advocates Isaiah Firebrace, ahead of what is...

Charlie has survived extreme neglect, abuse and cruelty at the hands of his mother. At the age of 12 she dropped him off at a care home and never returned. Charlie was thrown into the foster system like 1000's of other children. Moved 10 times in 8 years. This is his story. Content warning: This episode deals with child abuse and neglect. For help, children can contact Kids helpline on 1800 55 180...

What do you know about BDSM? Is it what you have seen in Bollywood films, read about in 50 shades of grey or have you experienced it first hand? Mistress Eva takes us deep inside her dungeon and shares the intimate world of being a mistress. We talk about who these people are that seek her services, how much it costs to worship her and how far she is willing to go to take someone to the edge of th...

If I told you there was a man, who said since having his "real dolls" aka sex robots- his life has never been more fulfilled would you believe me? Brick Dollbanger has been living with real dolls for 12 years. He in fact is so deeply immersed in the community that the creators of real doll have asked him to be the sex robot test driver. This episode is mind blowing but you may want to listen to it...

I hope you enjoyed season 10 of The Deep. Just a quick note to let you know that seasons will now be 8 episodes long. But not to worry, I'm reposting some of my absolute favourite episodes, like this one, so you'll never be short of something to listen to.  We continue talking to Sandra Pankhurst but now we move into her current work as a trauma cleaner. What is that? Its the work no one want...

I hope you enjoyed season 10 of The Deep. Just a quick note to let you know that seasons will now be 8 episodes long. But not to worry, I'm reposting some of my absolute favourite episodes, like this one, so you'll never be short of something to listen to.  Sandra is like a cat that has nine lives. There are so many chapters of this story we had to share it over two episodes. Sandra grew up a...

What a season! Zoe shares the behind the scenes on every episode from The Home Invasion to Turia Pitt. She also shares her views on the MAFS drama and your reaction to it. Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes, early access and ad free listening to regular episodes and extra juicy content from Zoe. Credits: Joanne...

Turia Pitt is now a motivational speaker, podcaster, mother, she has done a TED talk, and in 2011 Turia was caught in a bushfire while running an ultra marathon. 65 % of her body was burnt. I wanted to talk to her about that moment, that day, and the moments after. I've always been completely fascinated by someone that has come that close to death and survived. Follow Turia on Tik Tok: @turia_pitt...

Today we hear from Olivia from MAFS. We spoke to Dom and it's only reasonable to hear from Liv too, not because of "she said, she said" but because it's fascinating that people go on reality TV shows knowing there are heroes and villains and you could become either one. Liv is the villain and this is what happens; the country hates you, there's a pile on, death threats, you lose your career, your...

You may have heard of the TV show MAFS (Married At First Sight). Last season we got to see the toxicity and the craziness of the show unravel. Two people in the middle of the drama were Dom and Olivia. I was so invested in their relationship and their dynamic and also with Dom being slut shamed on TV. I wanted to explore why you would go on a show like this, what it's like becoming an overnight ce...

Endometriosis is painful, it's debilitating, it's also thought of as a women's disease. But Cori is a man who suffers with endo. It's affected his identity and the ability to get the medical care he needs. Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault and medical procedures. 1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service Find all of Coris link...

Emma grew up in an Amish community. We discuss what her childhood was like, allegations of abuse, escaping, and how on earth she managed to adapt to modern life as an adult. Get Emma's book Runaway Amish Girl: The Great Escape . Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes, early access and ad free listening to regular ep...

Jayne was well into her much wanted pregnancy when she discovered there was something very wrong. Something so severe that the doctors said she should have terminated. But it was now too late. This is Jayne's one of a kind experience with cytomegalovirus (CMV). Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes, early...

Today we discuss all things BDSM. Everything you wanted to know about the kinky stuff others get up to in their bedrooms and how beginners can dabble in BDSM to spice up your life. Content warning: This episode is very sexually explicit. Follow Cindra on Instagram @cindrabanks Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes,...

A home invasion is one of the most terrifying experiences a human can endure. Someone breaking in, attempted rape, and multiple stabbings. This is Leigh’s story. Content warning: This episode discusses sexual assault, drug and alcohol abuse and disordered eating. Resources are linked below. 1800RESPECT is the national sexual assault, domestic and family violence counselling service For free and co...

Sarah Wilson was a huge media personality she created "I Quit Sugar book” which became a movement. She gave it all up to be a part of a greater movement. The climate crisis. This is a conversation we need to have around taking responsibility for ourselves, climate change, how scary the world really is right now and that there is something we can actually do about it. It's a bit of a departure from...

Nathan was an 8 year old boy when he was sexually assaulted by a grown man. His story is one of abuse and betrayal. He shares it with courage and in detail. It's not suitable for little ears. Nathan's story is extremely confronting. For this reason we have chosen to censor parts of it. The full unedited interview is available to subscribers on Apple Podcasts or Acast +. Content warning: This episo...

Today we delve into the mind of a cheater, an adulterer. Danielle betrayed her husband by having an affair for 12 months. This is a surprising tale about relationships, polyamory, and perceptions. Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusive bonus episodes, early access and ad free listening to regular episodes and extra juicy content f...

Assigned male at birth, Clare's family felt the need to 'fix' her. So they sent her to conversion therapy with an unqualified religious fanatic. It was torture. You can still hear the pain in her voice. Content warning: This episode mentions suicide. For support please contact Lifeline 13 11 14 Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain access to exclusi...

It sounds like something straight out of a movie. Ron was enjoying a road trip when out of the blue he was arrested for a murder he did not commit. And with no evidence and no trial he was put on death row. Ron never accepted his fate and eventually uncovered the truth, that this wasn't just a simple mistake. Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain ac...

Last year Brie had a life threatening accident and survived but was left in a coma. Today we hear about that moment in her life, the bizarre things that happened afterwards and what it's like living with a traumatic brain injury.  Content warning: This episode contains discussion of drug and alcohol abuse, domestic violence and suicide. Support resources are listed below. For free and confide...

What happens if you've got it all - husband, children, career, and then just after your second baby you meet someone of the same sex and everything you know to be true about yourself is turned on its head? This is Sophie's story and it changed the trajectory of her life. Follow Sophie on Instagram @sophiecachia_ Join the community and go 'deeper' with Zoe by subscribing at apple.co/thedeep to gain...

This is part 2 of my interview with Collier - who lost everything when his father murdered his mother. Today we discuss what it's like to grow up with everyone knowing your sad story and what happens when he confronts his father in prison. Content warning: This episode discusses domestic violence including murder. For assistance please contact 1800RESPECT the national sexual assault, domestic and...

Collier was just an 11 year old boy when his father killed his mother. And Collier was not going to let him get away with it. This is part 1 of the incredible story of a newly orphaned child's relentless pursuit of justice and growing up being famous for all the wrong reasons.  Content warning: This episode discusses domestic violence including murder. For assistance please contact 1800RESPEC...