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Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye

Ben Lee
Creativity
Sydney
Music
Australia
Art
Mental Health
Personal Growth
Hollywood
Los Angeles
Cults
Melbourne
Relationships
Led Zeppelin
Tom Robbins
Jill Sobule
Memoir
Kanye West
Mint Mobile
Friendship
Nostalgia

A weekly culture-recap podcast from Ben Lee and Ione Skye - two eccentric, married, artists.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes303Founded4 years ago
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This week we're joined by Daine — and if you don't know her yet, you will soon. She's the Australian artist who's the darling of the pop underground, and her album drops November 6th.

We talk about being 16 and sitting across from a major label exec... more

This week: the first-ever returning guest on Weirder Together; Georgia Maq is officially in the Two Timers Club.

Three years into LA, Georgia talks about why Melbourne’s cool music scene made her feel like a loser with an acoustic guitar, and why a ... more

This week: Sydney weather as business class: once you’ve had it, going back to coach is brutal….and the ethics of putting your dog to sleep, covered in the first four minutes.

We went to Cybele Malinowski’s photography show “Deep Fake”, portraits of... more

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Recent Guests

Georgia Maq
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Gerry Beckley
Singer-songwriter, member of America
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Episode: Hanging with Gerry Beckley (America)
Damon Herriman
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Episode: Damon Herriman. Napa Boys. Elvis EPIC. Brisbane.
Alexei Toliopoulos
Comedian and podcaster, Australia's premier film critic
Episode: Talking Oscars with Alexei Toliopoulos
Tay Blunt
Member of the band Fvneral
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Episode: Hanging with Tay Blunt (FVNERAL)
Griffin Dunne
Actor and author, known for his roles in 'American Werewolf in London' and 'After Hours'
Film industry
Episode: Luscious Jackson. Diane Keaton. Alan Partridge. Griffin Dunne.
Sally Seltmann
Australian singer-songwriter and multi-hyphenate artist
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Episode: Hanging with Sally Seltmann
Meg Washington
Singer-songwriter and voice of a character on Bluey
Independent artist
Episode: Hanging with Meg Washington
Lauren Meisner
Founder of Centennial World, an award-winning independent Gen Z media brand in Sydney
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Episode: Hanging with Lauren Meisner

Hosts

Ione Skye
Actress and host; co-host of a culturally attuned, long-running show.
Ben Lee
Musician and host; central creative voice and collaborator in long-running discussions on culture.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 254 ratings
  • Ouch

    Name droppers delight

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eixhwkunknownb
    New Zealand3 months ago
  • Overtalkers.com

    Overtalkers and nasasists gather round

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eixhwk
    New Zealanda year ago
  • My kinda weird

    Absolutely love this podcast, it’s my new favourite.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maree Kim
    Australiaa year ago
  • sometime sickening sometimes joyous

    Should be called self loving talk over the top of me namedroppers

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Eixhwk
    New Zealanda year ago
  • Very soothing listen

    I love this podcast and there’s one thing that bothers me that I feel compelled to say. I feel like Ben polices Ione’s “tangents” which honestly don’t even feel like tangents to me, they just feel like a natural way of telling a story. And he even does that to himself a little bit. This is actually a testament to how much I like the podcast that I want to hear more and every time he moves it along faster I wish he wouldn’t. Anyway love you both!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    n129
    United Statesa year ago

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Many appreciate the duo's honesty and the sense of being part of a long-running, intimate conversation.
Fans note insider pop-culture storytelling paired with thoughtful, practical creativity insight.
Listeners praise the warm, natural banter and strong connection between the hosts.

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#67
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Talking Points

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Daine: The Underground Pop Darling on Flops, Fame, and Why She's Glad She Didn't Blow Up at 19
Q: How do you view the role of the fan/edit culture around your music?
She discusses the mixed impact of fan edits and the ethical considerations of paid promotion versus genuine fan engagement.
Daine: The Underground Pop Darling on Flops, Fame, and Why She's Glad She Didn't Blow Up at 19
Q: What was it like to collaborate with your ex-partner on a project?
She notes it was surprisingly easy and creatively fruitful, though there was initial hesitation about working with a partner.
Daine: The Underground Pop Darling on Flops, Fame, and Why She's Glad She Didn't Blow Up at 19
Q: So has your vision changed?
Absolutely—she describes shifting away from chasing big, commercial fame toward sustainable, meaningful work and authentic collaboration.
Listener Question: Does Creative Collaboration Help or Hurt Marriage?
Q: Ben and Ione, has being creative partners ever saved your marriage or nearly wrecked it?
We've had difficult moments, especially early on, but we've never come close to divorce. Creative collaboration has mostly served as a glue and an ongoing, constructive practice that helps us navigate tensions, keep our relationship grounded, and provide a shared space to grow both personally and professionally.
Listener Question: To Be Adored or To Be Known?
Q: Ione, the world knew your face long before it knew your true voice. Now that you've written a book, which one, being recognized or being understood, actually matters more to you?
I'll take both, thanks. I value the feeling of being understood deeply and the excitement of being recognized by a broader audience, and I think both have played important roles in my life and career.

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What is Weirder Together about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A witty, intimate culture-recap hosted by a married duo who blend memoir, celebrity stories, and artistic insight with candid banter. Episodes span art-house culture, music and film history, celebrity moments, and personal relationship dynamics, often weaving in practical reflections on creativity, collaboration, and aging in the limelight. The format tends to mix heartfelt anecdotes with thoughtful critique, creating a welcoming vibe that fans describe as warm, funny, and endlessly engaging. A standout trait is the authentic, long-running partnership between the hosts, which informs both their storytelling and guest dynamics, making it a compelling listen for listeners who enjoy cultural critique delivered with personality.

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