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Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye

Ben Lee
Sydney
Creativity
Australia
Music
Mental Health
Art
Hollywood
Personal Growth
Cults
Relationships
Tom Robbins
Led Zeppelin
Los Angeles
Mint Mobile
Friendship
Nostalgia
Sally Seltmann
Parenting
Community
Memoir

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

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes271Founded4 years ago
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Tony Hawk and Vincent Gallo slid into our DMs this week — turns out Gen X icons are feeling the pod. We dig into Beef Season 2 and whether art should have off-limits subjects after Zendaya's controversial new film "The Drama". We uncover the genuinel... more

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Ben and Ione open with childhood party games (Catch and Kiss vs Seven Minutes in Heaven), then riff on their Pulp/Dave Grohl clip going viral and what it means to be living in "clip culture" where people quote your Shorts but never listen to the pod.... more

We are back with a wide-ranging one — was the rise of indie rock darlings Geese artificially manufactured? Ben recounts his debate with Dave Grohl about whether popular always means good. They dig into what happens to psychedelics when they get insti... more

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Recent Guests

Gerry Beckley
Singer-songwriter, member of America
America (band)
Episode: Hanging with Gerry Beckley (America)
Damon Herriman
Actor in film and theatre
Australian actor
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
Fvneral
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
None
Episode: Hanging with Sally Seltmann
Meg Washington
A musician whose question prompted the discussion
Independent Artist
Episode: WT Listener Questions - Have you ever given away something you regret?
Lauren Meisner
Founder of Centennial World, an award-winning independent Gen Z media brand in Sydney
Centennial World
Episode: Hanging with Lauren Meisner
Cameron James
Comedian and musician
Episode: NYT Bestseller, PJ Harvey, Aleister Crowley, Cameron James

Hosts

Ben Lee
Ben Lee — musician and co-host; introduces topics and guides conversations.
Ione Skye
Ione Skye — actress and co-host; hosts, introduces topics, guides conversations.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 250 ratings
  • Overtalkers.com

    Overtalkers and nasasists gather round

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Eixhwk
    New Zealand6 months ago
  • My kinda weird

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Maree Kim
    Australia7 months ago
  • sometime sickening sometimes joyous

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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Eixhwk
    New Zealand8 months 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 States8 months ago
  • The perfect antidote

    Have just discovered this podcast and thoroughly enjoying the sweet and funny banter between these two, their observations of pop culture, and their insider stories from the music/ film/ arts scene. Looking forward to reading Ione’s memoir and seeing Ben on tour again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noni498
    Australia10 months ago

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Fans enjoy insider culture takes, witty banter, and heartfelt storytelling which feel like a relaxed hang with a creative couple.
Listeners repeatedly praise the warmth and chemistry between the hosts and the engaging, wide-ranging conversations.
The format and guests are highlighted as high-quality, with thoughtful insights into art and pop culture.

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Apple Podcasts
#209
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Listener Question: Dream Cover Versions?
Q: If you were ever to release a covers album, what three songs would you include and why?
Ben lists influences and mentions an approach to choosing tracks, including a mix of classic show tunes and indie rock staples, and Ione shares a couple of preferences, with the hosts reflecting on how these choices would fit a cohesive covers project.
Listener Question: Do You Get Paid On Old Work?
Q: Hi Ben, hi Ione. I just downloaded a copy of Say Anything from Apple as my DVD player doesn't work, and it was cheaper than getting a new one. How does this affect royalties or payments for you as creators?
The royalties on older works can come in many forms and aren't always straightforward; residuals can be small or sporadic unless there's a back-end deal, and catalogs can keep paying out long after initial release, especially with streaming and re-discovery cycles. Musicians often rely on performing rights organizations and admin deals to collect royalties from radio play and streams around the world, while actors may see uneven residuals depending on the project and the deals in place.
Hanging with Gerry Beckley (America)
Q: Tell us a George Martin story.
Beckley recalls meeting Martin when America needed a new producer after their third album, and how Martin's focus and speed—tracking three songs a day with a top-tier team including engineer Geoff Emerick—helped birth a prolific collaboration. Martin's practical, blunt approach and willingness to let the artists lead at times created a productive tension that yielded lasting hits like Tin Man and Lonely People, and later Sister Golden Hair.
Listener Question: Favourite Flight Memories?
Q: Yes. Hi, this is from Sunit, and the question is, do you have any good memories of good flights?
The hosts respond with personal anecdotes, including a flight beside Flavor Flav and pilots opening conversations that became memorable moments, as well as reflections on beautiful cockpit views and the sometimes chaotic but human side of air travel.
Listener Question: Athleticism vs Acceptance
Q: Nick asks whether you compete with yourself and how you cheer yourself on when you win.
We both acknowledge a deep, ongoing competitiveness with ourselves, aiming to deliver the best work while trying to stay present and creatively engaged, and we discuss balancing ambition with acceptance and celebration of small wins.

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

Two long-running, creatively inclined hosts explore culture, entertainment, and personal life through candid chats, guest conversations, and a knack for mixing pop culture with philosophical musings. Episodes commonly cover music, film, memoirs, art, and the dynamics of creative partnerships, often weaving in behind-the-scenes stories from touring and performing life. A notable vibe is warm, playful intimacy between a married couple who are both artists, which listeners consistently praise for heart, humor, and thoughtful cultural commentary. The format blends personal anecdotes with sharp observations, making it appealing to fans of arts culture, storytelling, and insider entertainment talk.

A standout aspect is the couple-centric approac... more

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