After Work Drinks
Episodes
Let's Talk About Something Uncomfortable... Race
19 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After Alison Roman apologised to Chrissy Teigen and Marie Kondo, we took to Instagram to praise Chrissy for her graceful response. But we showed a bli...
A Love Letter To Magazines With Alexandra Shulman
12 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello ducklings. Welcome to a brand new episode of After Work Drinks. The question we get asked the most from our listeners is about our jobs - and so...
Has Hollywood Really Changed For Women? With Nesta Cooper
09 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to our brand spanking new series! Every second Saturday we’re bringing you an interview with someone we’ve handpicked because we (and by e...
Your Inner Saboteur
05 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello everyone! It's a new week and we are feeling... anxious. Is anyone else having a strangely negative reaction to returning to the uncertain 'real...
AWD Dinner Parties: Gab, Mel and Ava
02 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome iso babies to the fourth and final episode of AWD Dinner Parties. Up this week, Gab Waller, the celebrity personal shopper who's to thank for ...
What The Fizz Stick?
28 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
'Hello everyone!' This week we are naturally knees deep in Normal People - the adaptation of Sally Rooney's 10/10 novel that has us all swooning and m...
AWD Dinner Parties: Georgia, Tilly and Bella
25 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome, friends, to a brand spanking new dinner party. This week? Another amazing lineup filled with women we love. First up is Georgie Currie, the c...
Let's Talk About Sex, Baby
21 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On the agenda this week, Reese Witherspoon - Icon! Hero! Angel! Legend! Queen! - and why she’s the Hollywood heavyweight we all need to be paying (e...
AWD Dinner Parties: Keisha, Tatiana and Chelsea
18 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to week two of our very special new COVID-inspired spin-off series: After Work Drinks Dinner Parties. We're turning our weekly wine-...
What's In An Age Gap?
14 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we're chatting body image in isolation, partly inspired by Jameela Jamil's delightful interview with the glorious Beanie Feldstein. Lockdown see...
AWD Dinner Parties: PJ, Jess and Jake
11 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to a very special new COVID-inspired spin-off series: After Work Drinks Dinner Parties. We're turning our weekly wine-induced Zoom c...
The Lonely Hearts Club
07 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
No, you’re not going even crazier than expected in isolation: today is Wednesday and it’s our new episode release day because we love to keep you ...
Hello All You Cool Cats and Kittens
01 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello and welcome to week 3 (or whatever it is) of self-isolation. Naturally we’re knee deep in all things Tiger King - the Netflix series keeping u...
Celebrity in the age of COVID-19
25 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello from our respective homes! As the world goes into official lockdown, we’re delving into the side effects of social isolation, such as loneline...
A Self Isolation Survival Guide
20 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We understand the catch-22 of A) not wanting to hear another thing about COVID-19 and B) not being able to think about literally anything else, so we'...
Do You Like Me?
11 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello for the third time in 8 days. This week we’re covering the full gamut of topics: Why the monarchy will miss Meghan and Harry; a perfect essay ...
Let’s Hear It For The Girls
07 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hello our wonderful, empowered batch of queens. Happy International Women’s Day! We’re celebrating by offering you a whole extra bonus episode, co...
Catching Coronavirus Hysteria
04 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Bonjour! Two Parisienne women who can’t speak French here, ready to fill you in on our latest escapades from Paris Fashion Week, including North Wes...
Love Is Blind... Or Is It?
26 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We survived Milan Fashion Week and, more importantly, the coronavirus, which had everyone scrambling to leave the country as we watched Love is Blind ...
It Costs Nothing To Be Kind
19 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Grace has discovered an unknown dating show she deems better than 'Love Island' and we briefly explore the term ‘negative self obsession’, before ...
Welcome To Casa Amor
11 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
On the agenda this week, Izzy has discovered Love Island and now we’ll literally never hear the end of it and Grace wants to talk about ambition a b...
Being Good Girls
05 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A lack of Friday night plans led to both of us simultaneously watching Taylor Swift's Netflix documentary on opposite sides of London - Izzy, for the ...
Just Change The Bloody Date
29 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Long forgotten Goop-esque sex workshops and secret Reiki healer qualifications are just the start of this ep, which covers everything from the problem...
A Grown Up’s Guide To Heartbreak
22 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a whirlwind of a week, featuring a trip to Switzerland, a 12-hour stint in the emergency room and – of course – the (sort of) reunion ...
Unpacking Megxit
15 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There was plenty to dissect in Hollywood this week, with the Oscar's releasing their embarrassingly middle-aged-white-dude nomination lineup and Harve...
Our House Is On Fire
07 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Climate change is directly responsible for the severity of the Australian bushfire crisis and if change isn’t made now, the devastation we’re seei...
New Year, Same You
03 Jan 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we crack open this bottle of cab sav - simultaneously breaking our ‘dry January’ resolution, we discuss whether our never-ending quest towards ...
Have You Guys Heard Of Harry Styles?
18 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re going to play the ‘better late than never’ card today regarding one Harry Styles - the man who needs no introduction (apart from to Izzy) ...
We're Back, Baby
11 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're back, baby! After a three week break we're (partially) refreshed and ready for a whole new year of AWD - live from our new digs in London and fe...
A Quarter-Life Crisis Crash Course
13 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Up this week is a very timely discussion about life changes, career moves and redefining success off the back of both of us quitting our dream jobs to...
'Til Juul Do Us Part
06 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hello! We're back and we come equipped with a *very* serious AWD announcement. Plus, a Bachelorette debrief, why the world is turning on Juu...
The Case Of The Stolen Valentino Dress
30 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We are depressingly not recording this episode from a hotel room in Rome (crying), but there's still a lot on the agenda. From how the maid who's sell...
Reunited In Rome
24 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ciao Bellas, reporting to you live from a hotel in Rome where we've had one too many glasses of cheap prosecco and are listening to ABBA. For our spec...
Welcome To The WAG Wars
16 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The best scandal of 2019 happened right after we recorded our last episode, but we couldn't not talk about #WagathaChristie, AKA the moment when UK WA...
What Would Miley Do? - And Should She Do It?
09 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
On the (very varied) agenda this week: a deep dive into Travis Scott and Kylie Jenner’s split (and his probable secret girlfriend), the extreme leng...
No Bad (Bieber) Energy
02 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
AWD is officially 1! For our first birthday, Justin Bieber and Hailey Baldwin decided to get hitched, so we dissect the snippets of info we have at th...
Phoebe, Greta And Leslie
25 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
After a brief (and unplanned, sorry) hiatus, we’re back! First on the agenda, a quick debrief on Milan Fashion Week and Grace’s trip to Shanghai, ...
Is Caroline Calloway Even That Bad?
12 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Izzy made it to the UK alive, but not without consuming copious amounts of Rescue Remedy due to the UK holding her passport hostage. But a few mimosas...
Revisiting Kanye West Vs. Taylor Swift 10 Years Later
03 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Last week's MTV VMAs marked 10 years since Kanye West interrupted Taylor Swift's acceptance speech, kicking off the celebrity feud of the decade. Afte...
We Should All Be Mirandas
28 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week we bring you a very special episode, in conversation with the brains behind our favourite Instagram account. Chelsea Fairless is a legend - ...
Once Upon A Time In... Love With Brad Pitt
21 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Johnny Depp was cancelled, Leonardo DiCaprio is dating women younger than us, but Brad Pitt? Getting better every year like a fine wine. We discuss ho...
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly
14 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
A lot has happened this week and we're diving in headfirst. On the wholesome content front, Gigi Hadid had another date with that Bachelorette&nb...
Love In The Age Of 'The Bachelor'
07 Aug 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! And deep-diving on love and relationships. In an era where the week's talking points usually boil back to either 'The Bachelor', 'The Bach...
Opinion: We Should All Be Less Opinionated
31 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It's that time again! Ahead of 'The Bachelor' mania kicking off in Australia, we briefly discuss why it is that we end up hating all former Bachies an...
No One Wants To DM You Nudes
25 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Good morning to everyone except the sleazy photographers sliding into women's Instagram DMs! On the agenda today, the 'Big Little Lies' finale, how we...
Wait, Is Mercury In Retrograde To Blame For Everything?
15 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You know that recent 'Bachelor' Australia clip that went viral showing Matt the astrophysicist say his profession and the contestant responding with, ...
Everyone Needs To Watch 'Booksmart'
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We've got lots of interesting topics to tuck into this week. Ivanka's awkward interaction at the G20 (why?) is the gift that just keeps giving; Gwynet...
E. Jean Carroll Is OUR Type
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Off the back of the literal PRESIDENT using the excuse of a woman not being his type as proof he didn't rape her and the lack of media coverage coveri...
Let's Talk About The Pill, Shall We?
27 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hello hello! This week Grace gives a full Royal Ascot debrief (yes, Kate is that beautiful IRL) and Izzy has a chance encounter with our new favourite...
How To Fail At Money And Dancing
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In a cruel twist of fate, this week Grace is in London - to attend an event with Kate and Wills - and Izzy is in LA - eating tacos. This week comes co...
The Genius Of Phoebe Waller-Bridge And Society's Obsession With Age
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Izzy talks us through her attempt to relive her youth at a music festival in Spain, which resulted in her ending up in the same bedridden state as Gra...
A Very Special (And Manic) Episode
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Hi guys! This week we are thrilled to welcome Mel and Josie from All Aussie Mystery Hour, the (second) best true crime podcast in the world. We talk t...
Moby, Natalie Portman and 'Nice Guy' Misogyny
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Izzy’s moved to London and has already figured out where David Beckham, Jude Law and Hugh Grant live and she has a bunch of great recs after a horri...
Against Abortion? Have A Vasectomy
23 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This week is a bumper special tackling the one issue everyone (not just women!) should be talking about this week: Abortion rights. As Alabama passes ...
All About Australian Fashion Week – And When Did ‘Game of Thrones’ Get So Bad?
15 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back, baby. Delusionally tired from a week of Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Australia, and ready to rag on the new season of 'Game of Thrones'. ...
Our Met Gala Red Carpet Debrief And The Royal Baby
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What a week it's been! From surprise celebrity weddings to a quick sojourn to Paris and a royal baby, we have a lot to debrief on. Oh, and there was *...
Is It Time To Quit Drinking? Plus, Olivia Munn And Thin-Skinned Celebrities
01 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It turns out Grace isn't the only one who can't play sport to save her life and thanks to a few listener's hilarious childhood stories she's feeling b...
Life Without Instagram Likes And Redefining 'Having It All'
24 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Kanye suggested it months ago in a ye olde Twitter rant and now Instagram is considering removing how many likes you get on images, which could result...
Is ‘Wellness’ Just Another Word For Diet? And Coachella Madness
17 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
‘Intuitive eating’ is the new buzzphrase taking over the wellness industry, but unlike other fad diets, this philosophy is something we can actual...
Is Marriage Irrelevant? And Meeting Kendall Jenner
11 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're in an era where women value their independence even more than ever - but we're still collectively as obsessed with marriage as we ever have been...
Why Are We All So Damn Impatient?
04 Apr 2019
Contributed by Lukas
With the rise of the 'attention economy' and food, shopping, men and, well, literally everything a mere button away - we've all become impatient psych...
Is Ambition Overrated?
28 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Isabelle is back from Africa where she had an obnoxiously luxe few weeks (and met a racist named Lindy). We talk Elizabeth Holmes - the scandal everyo...
How Do We Deal With ‘Leaving Neverland’?
11 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Surprise! It’s an early edition of After Work Drinks this week because let’s be honest, there’s nothing we’re going to want to talk about more...
On *That* Jordyn Woods Interview – And Why Do People Hate Amber Heard?
07 Mar 2019
Contributed by Lukas
This episode our long awaited debrief of ~the~ celebrity interview of 2019 is here (It's irony people! That was obviously the Biebers). Grace is still...
An Oscars Red Carpet Debrief And Why Everyone’s So Mad About ‘Greenbook’
28 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re reuninted and boy does it feel good! Grace tells an unnecessarily long anecdote about her flight back to Australia and Isabelle brags about he...
Dissecting The Kardashian Konspiracy Theories And BTS At London Fashion Week
21 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In our first international episode, Grace gives us all the London Fashion Week goss, while Izzy fills her in on everything that’s been happening in ...
Meet Mr. And Mrs. Bieber - Plus, Making Sense Of Liam Neeson's Insane Race Comments
13 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Grace is back from Tasmania and wasn't - as far as we know - possessed by a ghost and/or demon. Isabelle gives a thorough debrief of 'Abducted in Plai...
Leave Influencers Alone! Plus, Let's Stop Shipping Lady Gaga And Bradley Cooper
06 Feb 2019
Contributed by Lukas
In less than 5 days we broke our true crime ban for an incredibly binge-able, but harrowing new podcast series. Izzy has fallen in love with her first...
Have We Finally Reached Peak True Crime? And Are Selfies Turning Us All Into Vain Narcissists?
31 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Something's in the water because we've both developed a love for the great outdoors: Grace went rock climbing (and then Angelina Jolie copied her) and...
Why 'Fuck All Men' Will Never Work And The Millennial Motherhood Question
24 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Your long weekend is SORTED courtesy of our copious amount of reading/podcast/TV show recommendations. Grace makes a surprise cameo in the Fyre festiv...
When Did Everyone Start Getting Botox And Filler? Plus, Making Sense Of R. Kelly
16 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
James Hottie Middleton has made his secret Instagram account private - but we're mainly interested in who he's following (and potentially thirsting ov...
On New Year’s Resolutions And Money - The Last Great Taboo
10 Jan 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We're back! For our first episode of 2019, we talk about New Year's resolutions - or lack thereof in Grace's case. Are they pointless or worth investi...
On Grace Millane And The Cycles That Lead To Violence
12 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
We released this week’s episode a day early because of the latest update in the tragic story behind Grace Millane’s death: that the 26-year-old ma...
Priyanka And Nick Jonas’ Batsh*t Wedding, Chris Dawson’s Arrest & Gaslighting
06 Dec 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Good afternoon to everyone except Chris Dawson! In this episode, we discuss Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas’ insanely OTT wedding extravaganza (#Spon...
‘The Whole Lena Dunham Thing’ and Why Every Woman Should Be Talking About Emotional Labour
29 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Izzy and Grace drill-down on Lena Dunham: Is she the self-absorbed narcissist the media insists on painting her as? Or is she a victi...
On The Overrated Instagram Lifestyle & Why It’s Not Your Fault You’re Addicted To Your Phone
22 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Hailey Baldwin – sorry, Bieber – may have officially changed her name, but the real news is that she got caught stalking a Selena Gomez fan accoun...
Victoria’s Secret: The Good, The Bad And The Controversial
15 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Isabelle is back from NYC and literally will not stop talking about the Victoria’s Secret show (she went, FYI) so we’re doing a whole special on i...
On Sleep Paralysis, Anxiety & How To Make Millions From Facebook
08 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’re recording ahead of time, so are taking a little break from the news cycle to bring you an anxiety special. From sleep paralysis to ‘...
On Finding A Work/Life Balance & The Shitty Men In Media List
01 Nov 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome back to After Work Drinks. This week we're talking about the Netflix show that had us both gripped and reminiscing about that one time Izzy ma...
On ‘A Star Is Born’ & Whether Louis C.K. Can - Or Should - Return To Comedy
25 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
On the agenda this week, we’re talking about what everyone else is talking about: ‘A Star Is Born’. Plus, whether Louis C.K. should be able to r...
On Pete Davidson & Ariana Grande's Split & The Meghan Effect Hitting Down Under
19 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to episode 4 of After Work Drinks where we discuss the royal madness that has hit Australia, baby and all. Plus, one of the speedy celebrity e...
That ‘Bachelor’ Finale, The #MeToo Anniversary & Whether Anger Is Worthwhile
11 Oct 2018
Contributed by Lukas
It’s that time again! Pour a glass of wine and pull up a chair, this week we’re debriefing on that outrageous ’Bachelor’ finale, what Bridget ...
On Ultimate 'Mom' Jacinda Ardern, Blake Lively's Suits Issue & The Teacher's Pet
27 Sep 2018
Contributed by Lukas
After Work Drinks is a weekly pop culture, news and entertainment podcast brought to you by journalists Isabelle Truman and Grace O’Neill. You can e...