Emsolation
Episodes
A Cautious Pause
26 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s excitement in the air with Odie heading back to school and Em has found herself wistfully thinking of when she was 13, back then she obsessi...
Sleep deprived and Scattered
21 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
If there’s one thing we can thank this pandemic for, besides endless memes and a variety of artisan baking skills, it’s gotta be all the soul sear...
Enchanted Seahorse of Hope
19 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
There’s been a bunch of relaxing on the various lockdown laws for Victorians over the weekend, so to begin with Em and Michael discuss the easing of...
Dilemma Doctors Ep 4
15 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Dilemma Doctors: Em and Michael assist listener Melissa with a saucy love conundrum! Melissa is considering dating a woman who is polyamorous, she has...
Tickle from the top
14 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em’s Dad Vincie is celebrating his 69th birthday, so we start our 69th episode reflecting on the glorious lunatic that he is, and we could also just...
Em and Michael in Paris
12 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been epiphany central at Em’s over the weekend, these things tend to happen when you dwell on thoughts about people who kind of hate you. Thi...
Dilemma Doctors Ep 3
08 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week Em and Michael help Nikita (not her real name, but she wanted a sexy spy name so we chose Nikita) Nikita is getting married and has a diffic...
Trump free zone
07 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s the one thing we’ve probably all been desperate to obtain, so it’s hardly surprising that Em and Michael are feeling it too, hence they’v...
Breaking News!
05 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
First up we talk about Chrissy Teigen announcing the devastating loss of her son Jack and Em’s decision to speak about it on The Project. It’s not...
Dilemma Doctors Ep 2
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This weeks Dilemma involves Janey, her soon to be turning 14 year old daughter and the Colonel. Janey is a theme queen - her daughter, not so much and...
Silencio!
01 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After revealing her traumatising school swim carnival experience in our previous episode, Em opens this episode by issuing a challenge for everyone li...
Jenny has left the building.
28 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
I know reality TV has ruined the word ‘journey’ for each and every one of us, so in approaching the writing of the description for this episode, I...
Dilemma Doctors Ep 1
24 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Remember when you used to race to get Dolly magazine the second it came out from the news agency?! First you’d rip the free blue eyeshadow off that ...
That’s hot!
23 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Before we start, you might like to secure your tray tables and tighten your seatbelt because Em has issued a warning that this episode is an emotion c...
Rosé Reflections
21 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s reflection time as we begin this podcast, and that doesn’t mean we are looking at ourselves in the mirror, but obviously if we are, then LOOK...
Good on ya Liz!
17 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We first heard from Liz on the "Live from the Roadside" episode back in May. Liz sent Em and Scotty a message asking for some help when she went for a...
Facebook Octopus
16 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Need some advice? In the intro for this episode, Em presents us with the idea of her upcoming advice segment, it’s kind of like that grand tradition...
Hello Captain America!
14 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We got a bunch of feedback from you over the last few days, so we’re using that to start things off in today's episode. Some of you lovely listeners...
Justify my Food
09 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
After Em and Michael decided a new lockdown extension was the perfect time to re-commit to losing the extra weight they’ve added during the first tw...
The Magical Unicorn of Death
07 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Get ready for a very special toddler themed treat to kick things off, because there’s a lovely little performance of Elio’s good morning song at t...
The one where Michael calls Em Donald Trump.
02 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, with Em and her hubby Scott celebrating their 20th anniversary during the week, Em and her bestie Michael will deep dive into a chat ...
Lady Bounty Hunter
31 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let's start by saying that when I got the recorded explainer from Em for this episode, so I could actually write this description for you, I fully got...
Emsolation Regurgitation
27 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate fifty whole episodes of Emsolation we’ve put together the top ten moments since the show was birthed in April, as voted by you! Expect ...
Fifty Baby!
26 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Emsolation podcast is celebrating its 50th episode, so huzzah, send us gifts, tell us how young and taut we look, and throw in something about thi...
Rational Em
24 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This week we’ve moved from Em’s patented four phases of bench cleaning, to rooting around in the attic. That’s where Em has stuffed all her prev...
Emsolation Conversation with Rob 'Millsy' Mills
20 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em chats to Rob 'Millsy' Mills in this weeks edition of Emsolation Conversation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support the sh...
It Is What It Is
19 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Some hard truths to begin with, we aren’t even getting out of bed for this podcast, it’s cold, Em is comfy, so nestle in because it’s happening....
Miley, Delta and Em! Oh my!
17 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Forget tears before bedtime, the new normal is tears before a podcast recording. Regular listeners will know that often this podcast is a reflection o...
Emsolation Conversation with Asher Keddie
13 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To mark the 10 year anniversary of the first episode of Offspring, Em & Michael chat with Asher Keddie aka Dr. Nina Proudman, to reflect on the show. ...
Feminine Essence
12 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
First up, Em’s been reminded of the importance of reaching out and touching base with the people in your life and doing more than just sharing an RU...
Em’s favourite Ep ever
10 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can I get a CONTENT WARNING? You sure can, and you seriously need one if you’re going to listen to this around little ears, unless you like having s...
Where's Brett?!
05 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a semi-famous Simpsons character once said “Won’t somebody please think of the children'' and whilst it had zilch to do with inspiring Em, it’...
Queen Bey
03 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For her intro, with stage 4 lockdown conditions kicking in for Melbourne, Em reckons it’s time to acknowledge we’ve moved beyond ‘stay positive’...
Q&A, Yay! #2
30 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em & Michael are back again answering YOUR questions in this bonus episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support the show: h...
Hello Professor
29 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We start this episode with a cameo from a quite cranky Elio, apparently Em’s introduction wasn’t up to a toddler's expectations, so the rest of us...
Karen
27 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Okay to start things off we’ve got a new obsession...but it’s a double edged sword, so it’s basically got this beautifully decorated handle, but...
Russian Spies
22 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lockdown means most of us have access to your own fridge and pantry all the livelong day, so it's feasible that you could easily sit down in front of ...
Winner Winner Chicken Dinner
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hot on the heels of our extra special, tear soaked, kilt wearing, codpiece filled, Masterchef mini-pod, we’re back to give you our take on last nigh...
Cod Piece (Masterchef Mini Pod)
20 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em and Michael discuss Reynold’s emotional exit from The Masterchef kitchen and THAT photo. Hint: It involves a kilt. See omnystudio.com/listener f...
Emsolation Conversation with Jamila Rizvi
16 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em chats with author, presenter and political commentator Jamila Rizvi. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support the show: https...
#FreeBritney
15 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In ye olde days, conspiracy theories were usually only encountered when a relative or friend had one too many cordials at a gathering and decided to o...
Hello Baby Girl
13 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Okay, so you remember that podcast we did earlier (for those who like to check the receipts, it was Episode Number 21) where it was all about getting ...
Q&A, Yay!
09 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
To celebrate a milestone half a million downloads of Emsolation, Em & Michael are together answering YOUR questions in this special bonus episode! Se...
Wear Yellow If You Need Help
08 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Thanks to rising Covid-19 cases in the state of Victoria, we’ve suddenly taken on the role of that kid in the playground with the gigantic snot bubb...
A Bit Frazzled
06 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Okay so imagine you’re trying to record a podcast whilst ALSO wrangling an 18 month old, having a broken heart because Poh was eliminated from Maste...
Love Bite
01 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode comes with a warning...in that it’s the longest one so far, so there’s probs a whiff of us ‘getting up ourselves’ within, but wha...
Hot Mess
29 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Did someone say “gimme all of the tangents”? Probably not, but that’s okay because we’re going to give you all of the tangents that your ears ...
Tell me about it, stud
24 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Lets talk about ‘love’, in particular, ‘love stories’ that AREN’T romantic...wait what? “There’s a love story that isn’t romantic?” ...
Emsolation Conversation with Constance Hall
23 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em is joined by Constance Hall. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/Emsolation See omnys...
Ethnic Tomboy
22 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For almost all of us, mentioning the words Primary or High School are enough to bring back memories of endlessly creative, but equally cutting nicknam...
Pink Eye
17 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Righto, forget your inside voice and get your squeal on because Em has a live show she’s going to deliver right into your living room, June 26th fro...
Smurf Gang Bang
15 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So it would seem our podcast devoted to Netflix’s saucy kidnap thriller “365 Days” had a HUGE reaction, especially if the DM’s you flooded Em ...
Are you lost, baby girl?
09 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em and Michael are part of the last generation of humans who really had to do some work to find anything remotely saucy or nude to ogle. Once upon a t...
Soggy Broccoli
08 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em’s daughter Odie is stoked to be heading back to school, she also dropped a surprise reveal on where she’s been heading to get info on the curre...
Moana Moment
03 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em has been watching A LOT of the Disney film Moana. Like.. A LOT. We’re talking daily viewings and she’s started reading very deeply into some of...
Emsolation Conversation with Santilla Chingaipe
02 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em chats with Santilla Chingaipe, who is an award-winning journalist and a documentary filmmaker. Her work explores migration, cultural identities and...
America in Crisis
01 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em and Michael discuss the situation in America and how it relates to Australia, Sunday’s surprise Masterchef elimination and Em finally releases he...
Emsolation Conversation with Michelle Andrews
28 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
In the very first bonus episode of Emsolation, Em sits down with Michelle Andrews of the Shameless podcast. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...
Stinky Box Challenge
27 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em’s realised she needs a hobby, but is also aware she spends most of her time relentlessly mocking her hubbies hobby of punching out endless kilome...
Baby Daddy Bingo
25 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As a mother to two teenagers and a toddler, Em has had some time to reflect on being their mum whilst in iso, and she’s come to the realisation that...
Watermelon Sugar High
20 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Let's talk about the new video clip for Harry Styles single ‘Watermelon Sugar’ shall we...? Mostly because Em has come to a realisation that it’...
He’s a good bloke!
18 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Okay be honest...you know how you’ve got this wild, crazy dream where you settle in for a podcast squished full of maximum Em and Michael just havin...
Queen Bobbitt
13 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em’s eldest daughter Marchella has joined a criminal bikie gang, or at least that’s what it felt like for Em, when Chella asked if she could go to...
Live from the Roadside!
11 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This edition of Emsolation has wheels, in that it was made on the side of the road in Em’s car, because her neighbours are recreating the wood chipp...
Who Killed Dr. Patrick?
06 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
The Emsolator cult has arrived and to celebrate the arrival of this totes non creepy situation, we’ve got a bumper edition of Emsolation on offer. B...
Midnight Sun
04 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Can you miss iso BEFORE it’s even over? Em fears she’ll miss lockdown life, but on the flipside, she’s also excited to reveal how much an indust...
Quaranpeen
29 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Across the land right now, a world of angst is brewing in teenagers and Em’s been wondering if there’s even enough Barcardi Breezers or Double Bla...
Cry-Fest 2020
27 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Are Iso-tantrums a thing? You better believe they are...and to prove it, Em’s had one. The inspiration? The amount of washing she’s doing, even th...
Too Hot To Handle
22 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Iso life seems like it will NEVER end, but when it does, how do you make sure you remain slow and hold the space, so you’re not all super busy and h...
Rona the Musical
20 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As lIfe in iso continues, this episode will see Em come to the conclusion that her spiritual guide is her PMS, fun fact, when Em is hormonally balance...
Pixie Cut Poh
15 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em's begun home-schooling with her middle child, and reflects on her latest few days of isolation with the family. Michael & Em discuss the return of ...
All Hail Britney
13 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Em is settling into life in isolation, but is struggling to convince her headstrong Italian father to stay at home. Em and Michael discuss the many pe...
A Warm Hug
08 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to Emsulation! Em talks everything about her life in isolation, lock-down with her family, and all of her mixed her emotions at the current...