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The Friend Request

Chloe Maddren
Friendship
Comedy
Mental Health
Social Media
Relationships
Halloween
Australia
Body Image
Eating Disorders
Australian Comedy
Sydney
Podcasting
Christmas
Costumes
ADHD
Music Industry
Melbourne Comedy Festival
Childhood Experiences
Influencer Culture
Marriage

The Friend Request is a hilarious new podcast hosted by comedian Chloe Maddren, who explores the intricacies of friendship in her quest to find her very own BFF. With each episode, Chloe and her guests share their experiences navigating childhood and adult friendships, while playing a few sleepover games to test their compatibility. Featuring established comics and entertainers as guests, The Frie... more

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Hey hey y'all!! Sorry for the random release schedule, I'm just trying to get this dang body of mine to heal while getting ready for two massive upcoming shows! Exciting!!

Today's episode is nothing BUT that!!! I finally managed to convince my old... more

On today’s episode, Chloe Maddren is joined by someone who HAS to be the happiest woman in the world! Straight off the back of her appearance on Deal or No Deal, it’s Georgina Humphries!

Georgina and Chloe talk about the secret behind true happines... more

Hello hello Requesties!!

This week I am joined by the brilliant comedian, producer and frequent guest on The OG Crew, Jordan Sharp!! We talked about the OGs ofc, we also got into some gossip for The Mugg Off fans (iykyk) and we got into the psychol... more

Hey hey hey, it's just me! I'm talkin the weirdest way to make friends AND a very fun listener update/ q&a! Back to regularly scheduled programming next week, sorry for being cwazy hehe LOVE YOU

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Recent Guests

Mitchell Thomas
Oldest friend of Chloe Maddren from primary school
Private individual
Episode: How to be besties for 25 years w/ Mitchell Thomas (my oldest friend!!)
Georgina Humphries
Australian comedian known for chicken-themed branding and Deal or No Deal appearance
Episode: Advice from the happiest woman alive w/ Georgina Humphries
Jordan Sharp
Australian comedian known for OG Crew and Yeah Madd appearances
The OG Crew / Yeah Madd
Episode: A delightfully unhinged episode w/ Jordan Sharp
Konrad Benjamin
Guest, host of Punter's Politics
Punter's Politics
Episode: Punter’s Politics teaches how to have friends with different opinions w/ Konrad Benjamin
Josh Thomas
Australian comedian and actor known for Please Like Me
Independent comedian
Episode: Please like ME w/ Josh Thomas
Steph Tolev
Comedian known for Hacks, Filth Queen, and stand-up
Comedian
Episode: The filthiest episode yet w/ Steph Tolev
Chris Parker
Comedian and actor, known from New Zealand Taskmaster and other NZ comedy projects
Episode: We would’ve been boyfriend and girlfriend w/ Chris Parker
Nikita Maddren
Naturopath specializing in anxiety treatment and other areas
Naturopathy (Instagram: Nikita Maddren Naturopathy)
Episode: Phone A Friend: Reading reddit stories with my sister w/ Nikita Maddren
Damon Herriman
Australian actor known for Mr. Inbetween, Candy, Together
Actor
Episode: Making friends with movie stars w/ Damon Herriman

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Chloe Maddren
Host of The Friend Request

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 79 ratings
  • Great show

    Just heard the one with Alan! First time listening. Really nice chemistry with the guests and it’s fun to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eldega
    United Statesa year ago
  • Chloe, I have suggestion

    Dear Chloe,

    Can I send you idea suggestion about interview Stephanie Laney? What email can I send you?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LetTheMagicIdeasBegins
    United Statesa year ago
  • Love Ruby Teys

    Live laugh love that Ruby Teys!!! Cxc

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HoneyChicken55555
    Australia2 years ago
  • Funny and cute

    Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ldy.frank
    Australia3 years ago

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Punter’s Politics teaches how to have friends with different opinions w/ Konrad Benjamin
Q: Is there a way to persuade others in the heat of a culture-war topic?
Generally not; most people need to come to conclusions themselves, so conversations should aim to illuminate values and evidence rather than win an argument.
Punter’s Politics teaches how to have friends with different opinions w/ Konrad Benjamin
Q: How do you handle friendships with people who have different political views?
By focusing on curiosity, avoiding adversarial debates when possible, and recognizing that often people come to their own conclusions rather than being persuaded in a single conversation.
We would’ve been boyfriend and girlfriend w/ Chris Parker
Q: What is your dream role to play as an actor?
The guest envisions roles in Rocky Horror and Oliver the Musical, expressing a desire for iconic, stage-driven parts that would allow both theatrical range and a lifelong love of performance.
Would you rather BE a bad friend or HAVE a bad friend w/ Ray Badran
Q: Are people in the UK nice?
Generally, yes, the classic English stereotype holds true; they are pretty nice, especially in London which is cosmopolitan.
Would you rather BE a bad friend or HAVE a bad friend w/ Ray Badran
Q: What's a not bad sex place for 25 men?
It could be a great sex place, depending on context.

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This show blends lighthearted humor with candid conversations about friendship, featuring a rotating lineup of established comedians and entertainers. Episodes center on personal stories about childhood and adult friendships, infusing sleepover-style games, listener stories, and relatable relationship dynamics to explore themes like kindness, inclusion, online culture, and resilience. A standout trait is the willingness to tackle edgy topics with warmth and humor, from body image and dating to online harassment and friendship dilemmas, all while maintaining a friendly, intimate vibe that helps listeners feel connected and seen.

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The Friend Request launched 3 years ago and published 140 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Friend Request include:

1. Mitchell Thomas
2. Georgina Humphries
3. Jordan Sharp
4. Konrad Benjamin
5. Josh Thomas
6. Steph Tolev
7. Chris Parker
8. Nikita Maddren

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