Emily Le'Strange and Charlie Love
The Whole 8 Inches!
Welcome to THE WHOLE EIGHT INCHES a podcast about Pole Dancing, (most of the time).Join your favourite chaotic pole-dancing duo, Charlie Love and Emily Le’Strange each week as they over share on all things pole and life related! Whether you’re a baby-poler, OG or just interested in the industry itself – these two cover everything from competitions, performance and training tips, hot goss as well interviewing some of the down right, coolest people in the pole industry in Australia and around the world.
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Emily Le'Strange and Charlie Love
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Latest episode
Jul 10, 2026
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Episodes
A Rosen between two hornbags. 17.07.2024 1:23:05
Emily & Charlie get Dan & Dirty with the global pole community’s ratbag little brother, Dan Rosen. The trio talk social media, confrontation & being chronically online. Strap in, Susans, we’re going shit-talking. @danrosenpole @polelols @thepoledestroyers poledancewithdan.com Mentions: @maddiesparkledancer @therealfelixcane @misspoledanceaustralia @oonakofficial @zorayajudd @aletheaaus...
Pole Icon Debrief Part 2 10.07.2024 48:57
Fans of a back end, Charlie & Emily finish their re-cap of Pole Icon. Tune in as they gush & gab about their favourite performances from what they consider Pole-Christmas in July… in June. You can still watch the whole comp at poleicon.com.au
Pole Icon Debrief Part 1 10.07.2024 33:47
Join Emily & Charlie as they recap their whirlwind visit to Sydney for the most Iconic pole competition around. The Whole 8 Inches shares their perspective on the performances from Pole Icon & they yap so hard we had to split it in 2! You can still watch the whole comp at poleicon.com.au
Iconic Guest: Miss Filly! (Bonus Ep on the Eve of her handover!) 28.06.2024 57:30
Emily & Charlie are joined by Pole Icon 2023 Winner Miss Filly as she prepares to hand over her crown. Filly shares insights on competing, judging & naming cats. FYI this Episode does have a few tech issues - we are sorry! @missfilly.poledancer @missfillyinstitute of pole Catch Pole Icon 2024 TODAY, July 29th at the Evan theatre in Penrith https://premier.ticketek.com.au/Shows/Show.aspx?sh...
A Pole New Mr World 26.06.2024 48:51
A Pole New Mr World Welcome to the podcast, for the first time ever, Mr Pole Dance World! This week Emily interviews Charlie about his recent title winning performance - as though he needed an excuse to talk more! More than just a white man with a podcast, Charlie now has a sash, a crown and too many opinions. Plus: catch Emily & Charlie in the flesh this weekend at Pole Icon! Get your final t...
X Cat and Pussy Pole - Pole Myths and Shinanigans. 20.06.2024 52:42
It Pole Myths BUSTED in this episode! We find the most common myths around and see if we can throw them somewhat carelessly to the Swing - Spin - Wind!
Softly, Cunty, Deeply 13.06.2024 54:57
It's the week of Mr Pole Dance International! Em check's in with Charlie to see how he is feeling, while also discussing the truly important, age old question; Can you be "Softly Cunty". Costume Extraordinaire @gayleentuckwood
Iconic Guest: Chilli Rox 05.06.2024 59:22
The People’s Pole Princess, Dame Chilli Rox, joins the podcast this week to talk all things Pole Icon! Chilli spills the beans on, well everything, ever. Leaving Emily & Charlie even more in awe of her. Pole Icon is on June 29 at EVAN Theatre. https://premier.ticketek.com.au/Shows/Show.aspx?sh=POLEICON24 @chillirox @poleiconaustralia @poleclasssydney Mentions, oh so many mentions: @candiceleig...
Special Guest: The Pole Physio 29.05.2024 49:43
Simone AKA The Pole Physio joins Charlie & Em to nerd out about injury prevention & the importance of caring for your body while being a hot slut. A total nerd, Sim has over 10 years experience in both pole dancing and physiotherapy and shares her hot takes on body awareness in the world of pole. Book an appointment here https://www.thepolephysio.com/ The Pole Physio Instagram @thepole.phy...
Headspace, shoulder mounts, kneepads & toes. 22.05.2024 56:47
After talking far too long about threesomes & feet, Emily & Charlie revisit what they asked themselves back in episode 1: Why do we pole dance? Self-reflection, unsolicited advice, a rant about the national budget and chats about Mr Pole Dance World make this episode… well it’s published. Co-Hosts Emily Le'Strange @daddyslittlemisfitchild Charlie Love @charlie.love_ @thewhole8inchespod...
Emma & Existentialism 15.05.2024 53:41
After a brief chat with a surprise guest, Charlie & Emily talk about how the world’s pretty fucked hey. Yay pole dancing! Mentions: @thelouwall @xmarissaj @chelseaaaayyy @chillirox Find us on Instagram @thewhole8inchespodcast
Hunch & Crap 08.05.2024 38:08
Emily & Charlie meander through the topics of shoulder mounts & clavicles, Legally Blonde, ageing, energy drinks, the use of the term Exotic and a shift in the pole community.
Iconic Body Hair 02.05.2024 44:15
Emily and Charlie reminisce about Charlie's recent brief visit to Melbourne, and discover where he left his dignity. Brief mentions of BODY HAIR and omg did some one say Pole Icon Line Up? (Emily wrote this description this week - Soz Charlie!) Co-Hosts Charlie Love - @charlie.love_ Emily Le'Strange @daddyslittlemisfitchild @thewhole8inchespodcast
#isthistrending 24.04.2024 46:35
Charlie & Emily obsess over Jojo Siwa, Charlie talks about 3 different people named Brian, and both discuss trends and fame within the pole community!
Pole Math Part 2 - Competing 17.04.2024 53:10
Lights! Camera! Fractions! Em & Charlie talk about the maths behind getting on stage as a competitive pole dancer… and by maths we mean, how much money are you spending on shoes & crystals? This episode contains a list of things to consider and how much you might want to budget before deciding to compete. Co Hosts Emily LeStrange Charlie Love @thewhole8inchespodcast
Spicy (Brain) Content 10.04.2024 47:13
This week, Emily & Charlie crack open their minds for you to peek inside while talking about little about the relationship between mental health and pole. Charlie shares openly about his experience with depression over the years. If you are experiencing depression or thoughts of self harm or suicide, you can access support from the resources below. The Rockit Foundation provides individuals wi...
Pole Dancing? In this Economy? Pole Math part ONE 03.04.2024 42:18
You have heard of Girl Math, get ready for Pole Math! (Part One) Charlie & Em pretend like they know how to count in this episode where they break down the realistic costs of getting into pole. Happiness has a price and usually the option to pay in instalments.
Frisky Business and the art of pole audio! (ft. HAUS WIFE) 27.03.2024 59:29
The unofficial recap of FRISK Pole Competition; Charlie's personality trait draw and general shinanigans PLUS.... Em & Charlie are ALSO joined by Naarm-based, pole dancing, sound wizard Hauswife! Talking all things music, Hauswife is desperate to share their insight into what makes or breaks a pole performance when it comes to audio. DJ hauswife @hauswifee Co Hosts Emily @daddyslittlemisfi...
Get strong ya dumb bitch - an Interview with Mischka 20.03.2024 55:06
Guess who’s broken back in the house! Emilia Obscure and Charles Padam are joined by current Miss Pole Dance Australia AND Australian Pole Champion, Mischka! Misch shares how she went from dirt-driveway singer to Pole Icon with a little detour via triathlons, exercise physiology and a spinal injury. We don’t think you’re ready for this jellyfish! Mischka Web/Classes/Info - https://www.mischkapoled...
Talk Shit Like Nobody’s Listening 13.03.2024 44:29
Charlie & Em meet up in person for the first time this season and quickly fall down a rabbit hole of gossip about hot tea within and outside the pole community. Mentioned Artists: Ruby @polekadotruby Co-Hosts Emily Le'Strange @daddyslittlemisfitchild Charlie Love @charlie.love_
Bizzi Body & The busy-bodies. 06.03.2024 50:53
Meanjin migaloo Charlie Love and Naarm-based, non-binary, Emily Le’Strange catch up with Wakka Wakka woman Bizzi Lavelle to chat about pole, burlesque, representation and navigating cultural appropriation & racism in performance spaces. Guest Speaker Bizzi Lavellex @bizzilavellex @point.of.change_ Performers mentioned @lilmiss_sammi @ruby_corvette CO-HOSTS Emily Le'Strange @daddylittlemisf...
Swift & Painful! 28.02.2024 51:16
After being pole dancers for 20 years combined, Charlie & Emily know all too well the reputation the sport holds when it comes to injuries. This episode delves into injury, recovery and prevention, with a gentle detour via Taylor Swift and a crotchet penis. Follow us on Instagram! @TW8IPodcast @daddyslittlemisfitchild @charlie.love_
It's Comp Season, Baby - Part 2! 22.02.2024 36:43
No introduction necessary. Join us mid-sentence as we meander through what the pole competition calendar says for the rest of 2024! Find us on instagram! Charlie Love - @charlie.love_ Emily LeStrange - @daddyslittlemisfitchild The Pod - @thewhole8inchespodcast
It’s Always Comp Season: Part 1 14.02.2024 21:34
Anyone who’s been in the pole community for a hot minute knows there’s no “off-season” for pole competitions. With comps running like Forrest 12 months a year, it can be confusing and overwhelming to keep track of. In this episode, Charlie and Emily will add to that confusion by talking nonsense about upcoming pole events across Australia. Stay tuned for part 2 to get the full calendar. Carly Hunt...
Any Pole's a Goal! 07.02.2024 47:19
Emily and Charlie talk setting goals for pole progress in 2024. Sharing their unsolicited tips on how to achieve the things they haven’t done successfully yet, as well as their own goals (delusions) for this year. Charlie - @charlie. Love_ Emily - @daddyslittlemisfitchild @thewhole8inchespodcast
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