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Ratbag with Mel & Sam

Mel & Sam
Comedy
Christmas
Spotify Wrapped
Conspiracy Theories
Work-Life Balance
Pimple Patches
Charm Necklaces
Squirting
Friendship
Breakfast Food Choices
Queer Relationships
ADHD
Carols By Candlelight
Boxing Day
Ghost Stories
Theatre
Social Commentary
Australian Culture
Spooky Stories
Social Media

Australia’s most exciting queer comedy duo: Mel & Sam host their brand new podcast: RATBAG. Join them as these besties and also quasi-reformed-theatre-kids host weekly episodes every Monday and Thursday. With everything from unpacking conspiracies, to riffing on their always-open-always-caring-about-you hotline, it’s vital this podcast is in your weekly listening rotation. In this pod, Mel & Sam b... more

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Hey cutie patooties!!

Welcome to today’s Ratfood where we’re chatting allllllllllllll about the Madagascar penguins most recent successful project (aka the HEIST of the Crown Jewels at The Louvre). Mel has all the details and we are SCREAMING at how... more

Study pads out. Phones down. Welcome to your lecture. Today we will be going in deep on the 'Courtney Take Your Break' effect that rose to cultural relevance in musical theatre a few years ago. If this means nothing to you, don't you worry by the end... more

Hey babies!

Have we mentioned we LOVE YA?! Welcome to today’s Ratfood - she’s an absolute jam packed one with a bit of everything!

Sammy opens up about her Depop era - doxing, Gen Z validation and all - and we then launch in to a very giggly chat a... more

Hey rats!!

Welcome to another episode and today we are unpacking something very interesting and NO one is talking about it - the unspoken rule of gift giving, and what is appropriate to gift someone vs what is not!

We then take the time to both sh... more

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Recent Guests

Ollie Ayres
Performer and creator of No Seasons, a show about family planning, IVF, and gender identity.
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Episode: Depop Drama Diaries & Trans IVF Chats with Ollie Ayres and Kaite Head
Kaite Head
Producer from SKINT Producing and collaborator on the show No Seasons.
SKINT Producing
Episode: Depop Drama Diaries & Trans IVF Chats with Ollie Ayres and Kaite Head
Vidya Makan
A musical theatre performer and writer known for her roles in *Hamilton* and *Six*.
The Lucky Country
Episode: From Page to Stage With Vidya Makan
Leigh Lule
Writer and star of the TikTok series 'Ceebs'
Episode: The Musical Theatre Agent Whose Agency Didn't Exist!
Tom Zahari
Friend and guest quiz participant
Episode: Eyebrow Curlers and the Cool Massage-y Push Something Toy
Milo Hartill
Model and performer with insights on the queer and artistic industry
Episode: Snoop Dogg is a Gig Pig With Milo Hartill
Olga Koch
Brilliant comedian and guest on this episode
Episode: Parasocial Relationships, P.D.A and Privilege with Olga Koch
Nicola Dempsey
Member of the comedy duo Flo & Joan
Flo & Joan
Episode: Mel & Sam Force Sentimentality on Flo & Joan
Rosie Dempsey
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Flo & Joan
Episode: Mel & Sam Force Sentimentality on Flo & Joan

Hosts

Mel O'Brien
Host of the podcast with a background in performance, Mel brings humor and warmth to the discussions.
Sam Andrew
Co-host alongside Mel, Sam contributes comedic insights and relatable stories, creating a dynamic partnership.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • MY FAVOURITE POD OF ALL TIME

    I realised I hadn’t ever rated this pod but I shout it out all the time on Instagram lmao and in my real life. These legends are LEGENDS. Keep pod-ding angels because I have listened to it religiously and it’s gold.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hayley Jemma Edwards
    Australia6 months ago
  • Legs!

    Legs, legs, legs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IvanaSleep
    Australia8 months ago
  • So joyful and funny!

    Beautiful souls and hilarious humans! Everytime I listen to the podcast it always make me so happy and laugh lots with all their gorgeous singing, deep chats, random and awesome tangents! I love the deep connection and love they have for eachother 🤗💙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gemgem32!
    Australia8 months ago
  • The Sisters you Wish You Had

    If those two boomer Muppets in the balcony studied musical theatre, got bangs and went to therapy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobbie Stewart Williams
    Australia10 months ago
  • !!!!

    These two can talk about literally anything and make it funny

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah-Lou 16666
    Australiaa year ago

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Many describe the podcast as a source of joy and laughter, sharing how it consistently uplifts their spirits.
Listeners appreciate the comedic chemistry between the hosts, often referring to their dynamic and relatable banter.
Fans connect with the authentic storytelling which often touches on personal and societal issues, making the content relatable.

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Talking Points

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From Page to Stage With Vidya Makan
Q: What would be your number one tip to aspiring music theatre writers?
Finding the right people to collaborate with who understand your vision.
From Page to Stage With Vidya Makan
Q: What are the most exciting parts about debuting a brand new musical?
The chance to have a voice in the social conversation through art.
The Musical Theatre Agent Whose Agency Didn't Exist!
Q: What's kind of the thing that you're like, I fucking did that?
Leigh expresses that she is most proud of creating the show with a wonderful team in a beautiful and considered process.
The Musical Theatre Agent Whose Agency Didn't Exist!
Q: Can you talk to people about this series? How it came to be?
Leigh discusses how 'Ceebs' is a culmination of four years of development and collaboration with her friend Betty Elle.
The Social Media Ban & Mooning Princess Diana At Northcote Aquatic Centre
Q: What was your relationship with social media?
Sam recalls being allowed to use Facebook in year 10 and not using social media until then, having grown up in a more conservative environment compared to Mel.

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Recent guests on Ratbag with Mel & Sam include:

1. Ollie Ayres
2. Kaite Head
3. Vidya Makan
4. Leigh Lule
5. Tom Zahari
6. Milo Hartill
7. Olga Koch
8. Nicola Dempsey

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