Emsolation
Episodes
The Swiftie Bowl
31 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Huzzah we are BACK for 2024 and now we come with the added bonus of visuals too. Yes, you can finally watch Em and Michael in living, breathing, colou...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 3 Part 2 - An Emsolation Extra Series
26 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the news that more couples breakup in the month of December than any other time of the year, Em Rusciano has decided to release every epis...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 3 Part 1 - An Emsolation Extra Series
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the news that more couples breakup in the month of December than any other time of the year, Em Rusciano has decided to release every epis...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 2 Part 2 - An Emsolation Extra Series
24 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the news that more couples breakup in the month of December than any other time of the year, Em Rusciano has decided to release every epis...
In Conversation with Sonny Jane Wise - An Emsolation Extra Interview
20 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Emsolation Extra Interview Today Em sits down to chat with someone who she says has “taught me more in the last year than anyone”. Their name ...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 2 Part 1 - An Emsolation Extra Series
19 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the news that more couples breakup in the month of December than any other time of the year, Em Rusciano has decided to release every epis...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 1 Part 2 - An Emsolation Extra Series
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the news that more couples breakup in the month of December than any other time of the year, Em Rusciano has decided to release every epis...
The Marriage Diaries Chapter 1 Part 1 - An Emsolation Extra Series
17 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is part one in the first of three sit down conversations between Em and her hubby Scott. Be prepared for them to go deep into exploring t...
Saltburn, Salty Floats & Burnout
13 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s our final episode of the year, so we are pretty much stumbling towards the finish line, you’ll find Em and Michael connecting up from their h...
Our End Of Year Extravaganza - Live from Sydney
06 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Recorded live on stage at the Enmore Theatre in Sydney, this is the kind of Emsolation you get when you place Em Rusciano and Michael Lucas on stage, ...
Dolly Parton, Go Off Sis!
29 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Shoe’s loosened & Dua Lipa t-shirt on, we begin this episode with 2 things that have annoyed Em and both are tied to lazy journalism and click baiti...
Princess Diana’s Ghost Caught On Camera
22 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yeah we are going there, Ghost Diana will be covered, but first we need to talk about Michael’s brand new hairdo, it’s blonde, it’s shocking and...
Taylor & Travis Nearly Killed Me!
15 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the moment that almost took one of our hosts out, the footage of Taylor Swift running into the arms of her new boyfriend, Travis Kelce, at her ...
The Dildo Of Consequences Rarely Arrives Lubed
08 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s FINALLY here, ‘My Name Is Barbra’ the 992 page, 48 hour audio book written by Barbra Streisand is already being called “exhilarating and ...
In Conversation with Matilda Boseley
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Lovelies, Today Em sits down with award-winning social media reporter and presenter for Guardian Australia, Matilda Boseley. You may recognise ...
Kardashian Nipple Bras, Britney’s Burn Book & Michael’s Birthday
01 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Em is in Sydney, Michael’s in Melbourne, but that hasn’t stopped them from connecting up to deliver this episode for you. After lamenting the fact...
Chaka & Taylor & Britney, Oh My!
25 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We start this episode with a thorough deep dive into Em’s night out with her dad Vincie at the Nile Rodgers, Chic and Chaka Khan concert. We balance...
An Amuse-Bouche Of AMA’s From Emsolation Extra
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Each week our Emsolation Extra subscribers pummel Em and Michael with questions via the Supercast website for a segment we call Ask Me Anything, or AM...
In Conversation with Kaz Cooke
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This bonus episode gives you access to something special from our podcast subscription service, Emsolation Extra. Recently Em sat down with one of her...
It’s Time We Talk About The Hard Thing
18 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
First up we need to talk about the result of the Voice Referendum, after the country resoundingly decided that First Nations people apparently don’t...
A Sneak Peek at Emsolation Live
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Well if you don't know, now you know. Maybe you've never been to an Emsolation Live Podcast before, maybe you have. If you have, you know it's the h...
It’s a Lot.
11 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
There’s a LOT going on right now so we’re taking the “let’s just stick to what we do” angle and offering up our thoughts on the brand new Ne...
The Voice To Parliament with Rachel Perkins
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the episode for anyone who feels like they don’t have all the info they need on the upcoming Voice Referendum. Em and Michael offer up their ...
Leave The Wig On Andre
04 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Obviously we’re opening with MORE Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce recapping, if you’ve been following Em on socials this week, you’ll already know...
Taylor’s New Boyfriend Had A Friendship Bracelet & A Dream
27 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
That dream has been realised, so expect an Em level analysis of it all shortly and multiple ‘Good for Her’ button presses. First though we need to...
Please Respect Our Privacy At This Difficult Time
20 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the news that shook the planet, Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness have called it quits on their marriage after 27 years and we need to discu...
Sexy Vampires, Stolen Cars & Supporting Sansa Stark
13 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap yourself in because this episode is stuffed to the gills with all of the things you didn’t know you needed, until we dropped them into your ea...
Desert, Divas & Diarrhoea
06 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’re back in the booth and ready to unload on the last 48 hours of Em and Michael’s holiday in the US and we’ve got A LOT to unpack. We begin w...
Live From Palm Springs
30 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Em and Michael have touched down in the desert resort city of Palm Springs to 46 degree heat waves, poolside hangs and Frosé’s all round. We kick t...
Live From New York City
23 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve got a LOT to unpack Emsolators, it’s week one in America and Em and Michael have been doing all of New York City everything. We start with a...
A Message For Michael
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Last week, Em invited Emsolators to vent their frustrations on the 10th Anniversary of Michael Lucas killing off their favourite character, Dr Patrick...
Penises, Politics & Princesses
16 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare yourself for our fave trio, penises, politics and princesses. We start with Michael revealing he visited a penis museum in Iceland, so natural...
Dr Patrick, Diamonds & Dirty Undies
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the death no one wanted, or did they? Today we revisit that moment 10 years ago when Michael Lucas killed off Dr. Patrick on his TV series ‘O...
Lady Gaga, Loving Aidan and Living for the Matildas
02 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael might be under a time crunch but that didn’t prevent us from talking Lady Gaga being live in Vegas while Em and Michael are holidaying in th...
Oestrogen, Elephant Ears and Elon
26 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael has finally submitted himself to the full Barbie movie experience and he’s ready to offer up his thoughts and feels and compare and contrast...
Barbies, Boycotts and Biological Clocks
19 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Em has seen the Barbie movie and she is bursting at the seams with all the thoughts and feels and she’s not afraid to unleash her FULL spoiler free ...
Barbie, Britney & Boundaries
12 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Madonna returns to social media to thank her fans, Em and Michael are thankful, willing to stalk her in New York and exploring options to replace her ...
In Conversation with Julia Morris (Part Two)
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know Em Rusciano and Julia Morris are actual friends? How could two powerful, magnificent, driven and opinionated media ladies possibly be abl...
The Secret Sex Trials
05 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Michael upgrades from a snack platter while recording, to sitting in a hire car outside an Italian Airbnb while recording, so situation norm...
Roof Of Wangs
28 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s update time as Michael gives us the inside word on seeing ABBA in hologram form, their purpose built arena offers up a wealth of venue ideas fo...
In Conversation with Art Simone
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Hello Lovelies, Today Em Rusciano sits down with the one and only Art Simone, famous for being on the first season of Drag Race Down Under, she hosts...
Is Your Sphincter Set To Sprinkler?
21 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael drops ANOTHER bombshell to get us started, Em is utterly shook but thankfully totes able to move on so that we can award J’Lo another ‘Goo...
A Lovenundrums Taster
19 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Here’s an exclusive excerpt from our very first Lovenundrums episode with your favourite ethnic Aunties, Em Rusciano and her daughter Marchella Rusc...
This Episode Is So Padam
14 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Michael’s joining us live from London, we get his full Beyonce Renaissance Tour Live review and Em has a secret about the concert too. Em reveals sh...
In Conversation with Senator Jordon Steele-John
07 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Em Rusciano sits down for an incredible chat with the youngest member of Australian Parliament and a proud disabled person, Greens Senator Jordon Stee...
Darlin’ it’s Better, Down Where it’s Wetter
31 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We are getting wet in this episode, first up we need to celebrate White Gladis, the female Orca who’s made it her mission to attack and sink yachts ...
The Aftermath of the Bey-trayal
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yep we’re going there, to begin with we cover the fallout from last week’s Beyonce Betrayal. It’s been truly heckers, especially for one Michael...
Chella Chats with Will McKenna
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In an Emsolation Exclusive, Em’s eldest daughter Marchella Rusciano-Barrow sits down to chat with Will McKenna who’s the lead of the new ABC serie...
The Full OK Stop on RuPaul’s AD Appearance
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the edit you never wanted us to do, so we’ve gifted you the full version of Em and Michael playing ‘Okay Stop’ on RuPaul’s tour of his ...
The Beyonce Betrayal
17 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The betrayals come thick and fast in this episode, in fact they bookend this chat and they both come from Michael, so prepare for much pearl clutching...
Semen Stencil
10 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week Em is shook because Michael is keen to talk about the Coronation of the King, Em has zero interest. Weirdly though (actually not really weir...
We Have News For You.
03 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Obviously if you were at our family meeting last night you’ve already got the news we have for you. If you weren’t there then all will be revealed...
What Mothers Really Want
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by the responses to a post where Em asked Mother’s what they HONESTLY wanted for Mother’s Day, we’re offering up a way to help you get ...
She Pulled a Salt Shaker from Where?
26 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The answer to that question is within this episode, but first there’s a kinda sorta answer to last week’s question for the cast of Glee, which we ...
What’s Going On With Bluey.
19 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The first 20 seconds of a new season of a universally loved kids TV series has triggered a lot of parents, but before we talk about any of that, we ne...
Mid-Life. Motherhood. Mental Load.
12 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
An Easter meme comparing the to-do list of Mums and Dads triggered a huge response from Emsolators and Em has some thoughts on why the mental load on ...
Succession Compression Session
11 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode delivers exactly what’s in the title, so naturally if you’re not into the TV series ‘Succession’, or you’re yet to see episode ...
I Wish You Well
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Like a casual remark whispered in the ear of the man you just destroyed in a televised courtroom drama, this episode is guaranteed to get inside your ...
Helicopters, Skiing and F1
29 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Strap in for a true taster of the lifestyles of the rich and famous as we reflect on some of the fantabulous transport options celebs have delivered f...
Leopard Print Snatch
22 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Huzzah to Michael for that episode title, naturally you’ll get the full context once you start listening, go us for not providing any spoilers withi...
Good for Gaga
15 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a ‘Good for Her’ extravaganza and we start with some unexpected props for Em from one of the world’s best pop songwriters. Then it’s on...
Let’s Hear it for the Ladies
08 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On International Women’s Day we’re bringing together some of our favourite Emsolation visitors to remind us why women should be celebrating each o...
I Work in a Bakery
01 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s Em’s birthday week so we open with 4 things Em’s learnt at 44, so maybe get a pen and some paper, or open your notes app before you get sta...
Representation Matters
22 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This episode is different from what we normally deliver, for one we won’t be talking about any rogue wangs or celebrity happenings, although Michael...
It’s Fast and Furious, But For Bums
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
We begin this episode with birthday wishes for Em’s daughter Odie who’s turning 16 on the day this podcast drops, Em also offers up her fave Odie ...
A Dick Too Far
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Yes the wang wasn’t needed, but the abs and the sexy lap dancing were whoop worthy. We’re totally here to tell you ALL about the special Emsolatio...
It’s Not Funny
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It is though, even more so when you think about it, but more on the funny stuff later. It’s been a hectic week, Em’s had Elio’s first day at kin...
Panettone Penis Predictions
25 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the moment you’ve waited weeks for, Em and Michael are back in the building and ready to unleash their unique brand of hectic. First up there...
In Conversation with Mindset Coach Ben Crowe - Pt 2
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
If you’re about to press play on this episode without listening to Part One of Em’s chat with mindset coach Ben Crowe, we’d recommend you don’...
In Conversation with Mindset Coach Ben Crowe - Pt 1
11 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
You’re gonna need a pen and paper to take some notes from this episode, trust us, there’s a LOT you’re going to wanna revisit. To help you kicks...
Our Last Ep of 2022
21 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Is it that time already? YES! Yes it is, we are all ready to have a break and our end of year live show was the perfect fullstop to another huge year ...
Peen Again?
14 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you even surprised by that word appearing in our episode titles anymore? I’ll answer that for you, nope, not one bit, in fact it makes me even m...
Frolicking Peen
07 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Did someone say gimme more wang chat? Probably not, but we’ve got wang of the frolicking kind to fill your ears, so huzzah for all of that and then ...
The Two Hundredth Episode
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Can we deliver two hundred minutes for our two hundredth show? We absolutely can. Will it be a wild and chaotic ride? Um, have you even listened to ou...
Motional Word Dump
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em got her autism diagnosis confirmed on Friday so she needs to talk through that, she also wants to reflect on Elio’s first day of orientation at h...
Enter the Multiverse
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Michael has been in a float tank full of magnesium and Em is having none of it, but she also has lots of questions. Em has gall bladder issues and she...
In Conversation with Reuben Kaye
21 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Are you even ready? The answer to that is no, NO you are not ready, but you actually don’t need to be. This episode is like unleashing two hilarious...
Love is Blind S3 - BONUS EPISODE
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em has binged EVERY episode of the brand new season of Love is Blind and she’s got something to say. It’s a bonus treat with added audio highlight...
Tampons, Trump & Taylor
16 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We love a bit of alliteration hence why we’ve gone with the three T’s in our title and dropped the other item of conversation within this episode....
Brain Poo
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a lot right, we’re half way through November and we are NOT coping, but we do have time to do a full brain dump. We start with Em dishing on ...
Good For Her
09 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Prepare yourself for Em doing a couple of Salt-N-Pepa raps whilst trying to remember the date of our Melbourne live show, then we talk Kim Kardashian ...
The Nacho Saga
07 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em loves nachos, it’s a safe food for her, it’s got crunchy corn chips, gooey cheese, and nacho sauce, what’s not to love? Anyway, it’s safe t...
Birthday’s, Swifties & How to be an Ally
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
At the time of recording it was Michael’s birthday and we’ve just come off celebrating Chella’s 21st, so to begin we celebrate Michael’s hatch...
My Massive C-BOM
26 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After the Bureau of Meteorology in Australia decided to issue an edict that they’ve changed their name from the very savvy and totally cool BOM, to ...
Free Time Tuesday - “Poor Men” In Conversation with Rob (Millsy) Mills
24 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em’s relationship with Rob Mills goes back years, if you’ve heard their previous chats, if you’re read Em’s book ‘Try Hard - Tales from the ...
Egg Yolk Omelettes, a Rack of Lamb & Special Salad Dressings
19 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After a smidge more drooling from Em over her time in front of Mark Bouris we start with the news that a New York restaurant made a very public displa...
Free Time Tuesday - Em and her EP
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Today Em sits down for chats with her friend and former anchor of her breakfast radio show Benjamin Wasley, he’s also the Executive Producer of this...
“You’re So Quirky” - In Conversation with Chloé Hayden
12 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Chloé Hayden is an award winning motivational speaker, actor, performer, author, influencer, content creator and disability rights activist and advo...
Free Time Tuesday - In Conversation with Wil Anderson
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the friendship that comes together on each other's podcasts, Em’s done Wil’s podcast Wilosophy four times, now it’s time for Wil to do Em...
It Looks Like a Swollen Turkey Foot
05 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Twitter is on fire and we’re here to give you all the hot takes. We start with the news that Lena Dunham, the creator of ‘Girls’ and the upcomni...
Free Time Tuesday - Previously on Emsolation
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been school holidays, we’ve all been busy, so this episode is a selection of highlights from the last 5 episodes PLUS you’ll hear what Em g...
God They Love a Brothel
28 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This time around we’re ignoring the episode title and diving straight into the ins and outs of what’s inside the entire ep, so put a pin in that a...
Free Time Tuesday - In Conversation with Dr Kara Thompson
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
After quite the enlightening discourse on Instagram, Em decided it was time to take us all for a group session with a Gynaecologist. Joining Em is the...
Ted Lasso Punched Baby Yoda
21 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Facts are facts and we’ve got the audio to prove it, plus Em has found even more reasons not to watch the TV series ‘Ted Lasso’, all the details...
Free Time Tuesday - In Conversation with Nazeem Hussain
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
On today’s Free Time Tuesday, Em sits down with her long time good pal; comedian, author, actor, television and radio personality Nazeem Hussain. Th...
Pummel Me Like a Wildebeest Stampede
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
So we took a poll on Em’s socials and asked you to pick our episode title with zero context, your two options were “I’m Queer and I Want To Be B...
Free Time Tuesday - We need talk about the Queen
12 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em has spent the weekend reflecting on the wide ranging reactions to the death of the Queen, and also did some soul searching on her own feelings surr...
Unhinged on Hinge
07 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Heads up, in this episode Michael mentions we are untethered TWICE, so pretty much prepare yourself for our standard level of hectic. To start, we do ...
Free Time Tuesday - A Poke with Hope
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Em reminisces about her underage disco days and reflects on what actually went on in those dark corners, before she touches on a video that literally ...
A Plastic Bag Drifting Through the Wind
31 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like you’re a plastic bag, drifting through the wind, who’s listening to a podcast where other plastic bags are doing the same ki...