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We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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Mental Health
Relationships
Grief
Love Island
Reality TV
Vulnerability
Reality Television
Anxiety
Masculinity
Motherhood
Infidelity
Identity
Strictly Come Dancing
Onlyfans
Cheating
Self-Love
Celebrity Culture
Family
Music Industry
Communication

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

Jo Frost
Supernanny, parenting expert
Episode: We're Talking Parenting Tips with Jo Frost
Riley Davies
ArrDee, rapper and musician
ArrDee (artist)
Episode: ArrDee on Hidden Addiction and Becoming A Dad
Lorna Luxe
Content creator and influencer
Episode: I Had £60 Left When I Met The Love Of My Life: We’re Talking Love Stories
Charlie Mackesy
Author and artist discussed in intro
Author of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse
Episode: The Quiet Struggles We Carry Alone
Michelle Heaton
British singer and reality-pop artist, formerly of Liberty X
Liberty X
Episode: Michelle Heaton: The Truth About Popstars & My Hidden Addictions “I Couldn’t Stop”
AJ McLean
Member of Backstreet Boys, guest on the episode
Backstreet Boys
Episode: What Happens When You Get Famous Young
Cody Simpson
Musician and guest on the episode
Musician
Episode: What Happens When You Get Famous Young
James Sexton
Renowned divorce attorney described as the most famous in the world; author and trial lawyer with 25+ years in practice
Private practice; author
Episode: The Divorce Lawyer Reveals Why Marriages Really Fail
Georgia Kousoulou
Reality star featured as a guest on the episode
Episode: What No One Tells You About Becoming A Mother

Host

Paul C. Brunson
Host and interviewer known for empathetic, boundary-driven conversations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Thoughtful podcast with celebrity

    Like everyone else I love insights to my favorite reality stars, that is what brought me to this podcast. The beautiful honest non-judgmental conversations is what made me go through the past episodes and listen to them. Such a kind healthy approach to podcasting. We need more like these in the arena of celebrity

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ittag
    United Statesa month ago
  • Loved it

    Loved listening to this interview very respectful man very calm

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJ16/
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Unqualified and dangerous

    “Paul has some dangerous views and he does not understand abusive relationships at all. He was on a morning show saying that women having their own bank accounts was harmful to a relationship. He is a grifting entrepreneur.” Paul is not formally qualified in any area of relationships or mental health. Glad I saw this comment elsewhere— couldn’t work out why I felt something off about Paul, now I get it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MeleOz
    Australiaa month ago
  • Volume

    Please turn the volume up on your mics, so quiet and have to turn headphones on full blast but still difficult to hear. Christ I must be old ha

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    1428639ow
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great pod

    Love Paul and his calm interview style like a lot he actually lets his guests speak and doesn’t judge

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Junerose1981
    United Kingdom2 months ago

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Akon: The Truth About My Multiple Wives & The Real Cost of Fame
Q: What was the turning point that changed your life trajectory?
The moment I realized music could drive a broader mission—leaving prison with a 10-year plan and building a company that enabled others to succeed.
Akon: The Truth About My Multiple Wives & The Real Cost of Fame
Q: What is your current purpose beyond music?
To develop Africa through partnerships and investment, ensuring sustainable energy, education, and opportunities for artists, with a long-term legacy in mind.
Akon: The Truth About My Multiple Wives & The Real Cost of Fame
Q: What was it like collaborating with Michael Jackson?
It was surreal and electrifying; he was ego-free and trusted my vision, making the collaboration feel like a shared pursuit of creativity rather than a top-down fix.
Akon: The Truth About My Multiple Wives & The Real Cost of Fame
Q: How did your approach to business and music rights shape your career?
I recognized digital rights early, kept control of my catalog, and used ringtones as walking billboards, which helped me grow globally without needing traditional radio dominance.
We're Talking Parenting Tips with Jo Frost
Q: What do you say to people who question you giving parenting advice when you do not have children?
Advice can come from experience and observation of families, not just parenthood; the aim is to share practical, research-based strategies that support healthy family dynamics.

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Frequently Asked Questions About We Need To Talk

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

The show centers on conversations that surface challenging topics around relationships, family dynamics, parenting, and personal growth, all conducted in a safe and empathetic interviewing style. Guests span celebrities, authors, professionals, and experts who bring lived experiences and practical insights on love, attachment, work-life balance, and resilience. Across episodes, the host frequently steers discussions toward vulnerability, accountability, and real-world takeaways, making it useful for listeners seeking actionable relationship guidance, parenting tips, or deeper understanding of human dynamics. A notable strength is the calming, nonjudgmental approach that tends to elicit candid storytelling from guests, even on sensitive subj... more

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1. Jo Frost
2. Riley Davies
3. Lorna Luxe
4. Charlie Mackesy
5. Michelle Heaton
6. AJ McLean
7. Cody Simpson
8. James Sexton

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