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We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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

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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Paul sits down with world-renowned relationship experts John and Julie Gottman to uncover the science behind love, marriage and lasting connection. They reveal why happy couples still argue, why 69% of relationship problems never truly go away, and w... more

Love Island 2026 finalists Simba and Angelista reveal what really happened in the Love Island villa, from their relationship and the “villain edit” to the moments viewers never saw. The Love Island couple open up about falling in love on the show, ex... more

Perrie Edwards sits down with Paul to reveal how a painfully shy girl with no confidence was pushed into auditioning for The X Factor and became one quarter of Little Mix.

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(00:24) Perrie's Childhood and Moving Around Growing Up

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Farrah Abraham opens up about MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, Teen Mom, becoming pregnant at 16, and losing the father of her daughter while she was still carrying Sophia. Farrah revisits being pregnant as she stood at Derek’s casket, the last words they exch... more

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Recent Guests

John Gottman
Co-founder of the Gottman Institute, renowned relationship researcher
Gottman Institute
Episode: Why Happy Couples Still Fight & “69% Of Problems Never Go Away”
Julie Gottman
Co-founder of the Gottman Institute, relationship researcher
Gottman Institute
Episode: Why Happy Couples Still Fight & “69% Of Problems Never Go Away”
Farrah Abraham
Reality TV star and entrepreneur
Self-owned ventures including Teen Mom, 16 and Pregnant; business interests
Episode: Farrah Abraham: What Fame Did To Me After 16 & Pregnant
PK Kemsley
Former cast member on Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Real Housewives of Beverly Hills
Episode: "Real Housewives Was The Downfall Of Our Marriage" PK Paul Kemsley
Vikram 'Vikkstar123'
Gaming content creator who built the Sidemen with fellow creators
Sidemen
Episode: Vikkstar: What It Really Took to Build The Sidemen (we didn’t plan for anyone to leave)
James Sexton
Divorce lawyer
Episode: What Everyone Should Know Before Ending a Marriage: We're Talking Divorce withJames Sexton
Trewley Precious
Guest sharing her life story and insights
Gypsy/Traveller community advocate and creator
Episode: Trewley Precious: The Real Cost of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives
Michelle Heaton
Member of Hear'Say, later Liberty X member
Hear'Say/Liberty X
Episode: The Hear’Say And Liberty X Feud That Changed British Pop
Myleene Klass
Member of Hear'Say, later Liberty X member
Hear'Say/Liberty X
Episode: The Hear’Say And Liberty X Feud That Changed British Pop

Host

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

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 4.7k ratings
  • Guests are way smarter than him

    ‘I see it I see it’

    ‘Wow’

    That’s the level of insight and enquiry you get on this show. A total waste of time. Listen to proper psychologists instead

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    southkentshaman
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Warmhearted & Important Conversations

    I’ve just listened to the Gypsy-Rose Blanchard episode and can hand-on-heart say I’ve never heard such a kind, compassionate and important conversation about trauma and mental health. It clearly meant a lot to Gypsy-Rose herself, and I truly commend Paul for his warm, judgement-free and person-centred interview style.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Becky-56
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • All lies and manipulation

    This man allowed a convicted murderer on his show and clearly did ZERO research on FACTS prior to interviewing her. Gypsy Rose took full advantage of the situation and lied throughout the ENTIRE podcast! How embarrassing for him!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ToniRivera
    United States3 months ago
  • Love this podcast!!!

    Paul is a beautiful kind person and always treats his guests with respect and love. Just listened to gypsy rose podcast it was epic literally best thing I’ve listened to in so long. What she went through is unfathomable and the way Paul handled the interview was top tier. Keep it up xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Liapiacuppateea
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • GRB

    You didn’t do your research on GRB. The facts are out there. Housewives in the true crime community have done a better job of exposing the facts on this case than any journalist or cop. GRB is a compulsive liar, she alters the narrative to make herself the victim. If you had done any amount of research you would have asked better questions. Disappointing!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kelly1027
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the safe space and respectful, thoughtful questioning that encourage guests to open up.
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Some criticisms mention guests or topics that feel celebrity-focused or controversial.

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Vikkstar: What It Really Took to Build The Sidemen (we didn’t plan for anyone to leave)
Q: When did you realize this could be more than just fun and become a career?
It clicked when Machinima offered a contract and paid for distribution, showing that the work could generate real revenue and become a side job and potential full-time pursuit.
Farrah Abraham: What Fame Did To Me After 16 & Pregnant
Q: What did you think reality TV would do for you when you started the show?
I hoped it would show how to overcome obstacles and help me become a good parent, but I later realized many participants didn't come out okay and that visibility could be costly.
What Everyone Should Know Before Ending a Marriage: We're Talking Divorce withJames Sexton
Q: What should someone consider before they even get married regarding divorce?
Understand legally what happens if the marriage ends, the rights and obligations you would have, and the practical implications of custody and asset division before making a lifelong commitment.
What Everyone Should Know Before Ending a Marriage: We're Talking Divorce withJames Sexton
Q: What is divorce exactly—what does it entail legally and practically?
Divorce is the termination of the marital relationship, involving custody, child support, alimony, and equitable distribution of assets, with each state using different terminology but the same core concepts.
Who Is The Real Dami Hope?
Q: When did you begin to feel fully yourself and how did your name choice play into that?
He explains how mispronunciations and cultural friction led to adopting and embracing the name Dami Hope, a turning point that strengthened his sense of identity and belonging.

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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. John Gottman
2. Julie Gottman
3. Farrah Abraham
4. PK Kemsley
5. Vikram 'Vikkstar123'
6. James Sexton
7. Trewley Precious
8. Michelle Heaton

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