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The most powerful conversations are the ones we usually avoid. Hosted by Paul C. Brunson, We Need To Talk is a show that empowers people to have the conversations they avoid by creating a safe, supportive, and insightful space that encourages vulnerability, self-discovery, and real-world connection. From breakups to breakthroughs, conflict to connection, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the h... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Price
British media personality and former glamour model.
Episode: The Katie Price Story Nobody Knows
Lucy Spraggan
Singer-songwriter and former X Factor contestant
Episode: What Really Happened On The X Factor (And Can It Ever Come Back?)
Jahméne Douglas
Singer and former X Factor runner-up
Episode: What Really Happened On The X Factor (And Can It Ever Come Back?)
Myles Stephenson
Singer and member of Rak-Su, which won The X Factor in 2017
Rak-Su
Episode: What Really Happened On The X Factor (And Can It Ever Come Back?)
Georgia Kousoulou
Television personality who shares her experience of pregnancy loss and motherhood.
Episode: The Pain of Baby Loss Nobody Talks About with Olivia Bowen and Georgia Kousoulou
Olivia Bowen
Television personality who speaks publicly about vanishing twin syndrome and motherhood.
Episode: The Pain of Baby Loss Nobody Talks About with Olivia Bowen and Georgia Kousoulou
Fab Morvan
Singer and member of Milli Vanilli
Milli Vanilli
Episode: What Really Happened Behind the Milli Vanilli Scandal | Fab Morvan
Nadiya Hussain
Celebrity baker and TV personality, winner of The Great British Bake Off
Self/GBBO winner
Episode: Nadiya Hussain: What Bake Off Really Cost Me "I had a panic button in my house"
Jay Sean
Singer, songwriter known for blending R&B/hip hop with South Asian heritage
Independent/Label affiliations mentioned in episode (Virgin Records, Cash Money)
Episode: Jay Sean: Everyone Knew The Song, Nobody Knew Me “I Broke The Stereotype”

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Paul C. Brunson
Host of the show's interview format, known for creating a safe space for vulnerable conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • HATE THE CLAUDE AI AD

    Like the content but refuse to continue listening and subscribing after the introduction of Anthropic Claude Ads. Disgusting.

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    sssssloumoooooore
    United Kingdom23 days ago
  • Coleen

    What an eloquent strong kind person. Loved this interview. Followed coleen for a while and loved her on I’m a celeb but feel like she really opened up in this interview. What a down to earth lady she is… I wish her all the happiness in the beautiful life she deserves

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sarah4rich
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • DJ AG.

    I really enjoyed the interview.But it was so annoying listening to DJ AG keep saying the word MAN!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Von0121
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Kelly Osborne

    Have recently got in to listening to your podcast. I enjoy your connection with guests, what a genuine chat with Kelly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YoungAnn1e
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • GK Barry

    Grace is amazingly brave. Such an important episode. Well done to her for telling her story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kirsty blue
    Australia2 months ago

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What Really Happened On The X Factor (And Can It Ever Come Back?)
Q: There are rumors circulating that The X Factor is making a comeback. Knowing everything that you know, through all of the experiences that you've had, do you believe it should?
Jahméne Douglas says a revival would need a complete overhaul and stronger support for artists. Myles Stephenson doubts a current version could provide adequate care, while Lucy Spraggan sees potential if the format offers safeguards and education about building a music career.
What Really Happened On The X Factor (And Can It Ever Come Back?)
Q: When you think about The X Factor, what did you gain and what did it cost you?
Lucy Spraggan says the experience gave her an extraordinary opportunity but that she lost herself for about a decade. Jahméne Douglas says it brought fame but hindered his music career. Myles Stephenson says he gained the freedom to remain young but lost the ability to live privately.
The Pain of Baby Loss Nobody Talks About with Olivia Bowen and Georgia Kousoulou
Q: How do you reconcile that?
Olivia describes the emotional conflict of being grateful that her surviving baby was thriving while grieving the twin who had died, a loss she confronted at every scan.
The Pain of Baby Loss Nobody Talks About with Olivia Bowen and Georgia Kousoulou
Q: How did you and Tommy heal from that miscarriage?
Georgia says she cried extensively, while Tommy threw himself into work. Their relationship was strained by the grief and the pressure Georgia felt while trying to conceive again.
The Katie Price Story Nobody Knows
Q: How did you go from 16 to model?
While doing temporary office work, Price had photographs taken on Brighton Beach by a woman who enjoyed photography. She sent the pictures to Samantha Bond agency, which invited her to meet, and she signed with the agency.

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What is We Need To Talk about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show explores relationships, personal growth, and the human side of fame through candid conversations with a wide range of guests—from relationship researchers and therapists to Reality TV stars, musicians, and content creators. Episodes emphasize practical strategies for communication, resilience, and self-discovery, often blending data-driven insights with lived experience to reveal how people navigate love, conflict, parenting, and identity under public scrutiny. A few recurring strengths stand out: a warm, nonjudgmental interview style that creates a safe space for vulnerability, a willingness to tackle tough topics (such as marriage dynamics, addiction, and gender/race representation), and a tendency to mix expert perspectives wit... more

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1. Katie Price
2. Lucy Spraggan
3. Jahméne Douglas
4. Myles Stephenson
5. Georgia Kousoulou
6. Olivia Bowen
7. Fab Morvan
8. Nadiya Hussain

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