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Ratbag with Mel & Sam

Mel & Sam
Comedy
Friendship
Melbourne
Tiktok
Mental Health
Christmas
Theatre
Musical Theatre
Melbourne Comedy Festival
Edinburgh Fringe
Queer Community
Australia
Sam
Adelaide Fringe
Social Media
Mel
Whimsy
Pop Star Academy
Mel and Sam
LGBTQ+ Community

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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Helloooo rats,

It’s a sad one for musical theatre lovers this week, as the news of the Beetlejuice tour cancellation has come crashing down on fans and members of the show alike. 

We - like most - were absolutely gobsmacked by this news and thought... more

Heya loves! Are you ready for an incredibly important deep dive? GOOD, because we are begining the episode with an investigative look at where in the world Gabriella Cilmi really is. Next we chat different music theatre characters that we would cross... more

Helloooo rats,

Welcome to another episode of your platter full of ratfood. Today is serving 4% depression and THAT’S OKAY. 

We hope you enjoy these low key chats about what we’ve been watching, what we’ve been loving, Sam’s late in life sport diagn... more

Heyaaaaa! Welcome back or maybe just welcome! To kick start the episode Mel brings a segment on ""words that don't mean like they feel like they should mean"" and get ready for a mind f**k. Next it's time to rename all of the zodiac signs, aka - it's... more

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Recent Guests

Kirsty Webeck
Australian comedian, host of Big Animal Quiz
Comedian/Host
Episode: Possum Thrush With Our Number One Legend Kirsty Webeck
Sara Reid
Friend/guest discussed as part of escape room activity
Episode: Why Do Escape Rooms Make Us EVIL?!
Lucy Bain
Guest on the show; discussion centered on her haircut and Cruise Crush saga
Episode: WE CUT LUCY’S HAIR & CALLED HER CRUSH
Calista Nelmes
Actor portraying Heather Chandler in Heather's The Musical Australia New Zealand
Heather's The Musical
Episode: Calista Nelmes IS The 983m Tall Heather Chandler We’ve Always Needed!!
Kala Gare
Musical theatre performer, writer and performer in My Brilliant Career
Kala Gare (artist)
Episode: My Brilliant Career & A Probiotic Yogurt With Kala Gare
Gabbi Bolt
Musical comedian, actor, writer, and composer
Episode: BYO Korg with The OG Rat: Gabbi Bolt
Cassie Hamilton
Composer, writer, and creator of A Transgender Woman On The Internet Crying
Cassie Hamilton (artist)
Episode: Ride The Cyclone Is Cats With Dead Children, With Cassie Hamilton
Broden Kelly
Guest, comedian, and cousin on a live call
KelLy family connection mentioned on the episode
Episode: Ned Kelly’s Fascinating Family Tree
Tom Bellini
Guest on episode
Episode: Top 15 Ways To Lose A Cat

Hosts

Mel O'Brien
Host of Ratbag with Mel & Sam; frequent co-host with distinctive theatre and performance background
Sam
Co-host of Ratbag with Mel & Sam; brings theatre and performance expertise to discussions

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 253 ratings
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    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jmichaelq
    Australia2 months ago
  • funniest pod ever ⭐️

    am in literal tears of laughter every single episode. thank u Queen Rats for giving me something to look forward to twice a week 🥹

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    loren_user2413
    Australia5 months ago
  • 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
    Australiaa year ago
  • Legs!

    Legs, legs, legs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IvanaSleep
    Australiaa year 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!
    Australiaa year ago

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The show's open, inclusive vibe and quick improv are strong hooks for new listeners.
The banter feels like a late-night chat with friends who know their stuff.
Listeners love the warm, chaotic energy and deep theatre chops.
Fans praise the hosts' rapport and willingness to riff on a wide range of pop culture topics.
Guests and segments are consistently entertaining and vibrant.

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Bubble-ography, Bunnies and Boiler Suits with Blusher
Q: If money were no object, what would your dream green room rider include?
They imagine a scene with playful, whimsical elements like bunnies and ponies, balanced with practical needs and moments of pre-show calm, reflecting their offbeat sense of humor and love of theatrics.
Bubble-ography, Bunnies and Boiler Suits with Blusher
Q: What's your favorite Blusher song?
A shared affection for Accelerator, with the team noting its energy and significance in their live performances, followed by appreciation for Last Man Standing as another top pick.
Bubble-ography, Bunnies and Boiler Suits with Blusher
Q: Jade, if I could have a messy night at the club with one pop girlie, it would be?
The group playfully suggests a bold, colorful collaborator, highlighting their penchant for high-energy connections and the kind of spontaneous, boundary-pushing vibes they enjoy in a club setting.
My Brilliant Career & A Probiotic Yogurt With Kala Gare
Q: What is your number one piece of advice for young music theater performers?
Prioritize self-advocacy and resilience: believe in yourself, do the work to prove your worth, and learn to recover from setbacks without losing momentum in pursuing your goals.
My Brilliant Career & A Probiotic Yogurt With Kala Gare
Q: Kala, do you have a favorite chord or key you like to write in?
Kala explains a preferred key and a commonly used four-chord progression, noting that many writers rely on familiar progressions (like the four chords) to craft catchy pop-inflected moments, while also highlighting that her work often explores richer, seat-in-the-chord progressions.

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Two Australian queer comedians run a rambunctious, sleepover-style chat show that mixes theatre gossip, pop culture tangents, and a strong friendship vibe. Episodes frequently center on musical theatre, viral moments in online communities, and open-ended banter with guests that range from theatre-makers to performers and comedians. The show stands out for its warm, improvisational energy, affectionate humor, and a willingness to pivot from inside jokes to insightful takes on the arts scene and online culture. Listeners can expect rapid-fire riffs, live-improv segments, and a friendly, inclusive atmosphere that rewards loyalty with recurring bits and hot recommendations for theatre and pop culture happenings.

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Recent guests on Ratbag with Mel & Sam include:

1. Kirsty Webeck
2. Sara Reid
3. Lucy Bain
4. Calista Nelmes
5. Kala Gare
6. Gabbi Bolt
7. Cassie Hamilton
8. Broden Kelly

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