The Heart Of It
Episodes
30 Lessons From 30 Years (Part 2)
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The countdown is on for the final lessons from Cam and Ali's 30 years of marriage, and things get a bit emotional in this one... LINKS Follow Cam @ca...
30 Lessons From 30 Years (Part 1)
12 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali have officially ticked over 30 YEARS of marriage!! In honour of this incredible achievement, they're reflecting on some of the most valuab...
Mitch Tambo Went From No Kids To 4 Kids
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Musicians Mitch Tambo and Lele Firth join Cam and Ali in the bathroom to talk about having to factor Lele's three kids into their courtship, how Mitch...
Joh Griggs On Finding Love After Divorce
28 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali revisit a beloved episode with a wonderful couple, Johanna Griggs and Todd Huggins. They talk about their poolside courtship, adjusting to...
When Family Lunch Looks Like A UN Summit
21 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali open the bathroom doors to the delightful Sirine Demachkie and Mark Kari. They talk about their many chance meetings, the rich culture of ...
Don't Take My Kisses For Granted
14 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Writer and actor Nakkiah Lui and editor Gabe Dowrick join Cam and Ali in the bathroom to chat about creating TV show Preppers together, thei...
Tammin Sursok Auditioned For Her Marriage
07 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
CW: This episode contains discussion of miscarriage from 29:05-29:30 Cam and Ali are the envy of their kids with actress and singer Tammin Sursok join...
Having Fun Is Easy, Being Uncomfortable Is Hard
31 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There's nothing quite like young love... Cam and Ali chat to singers Josh Piterman and Charlotte Black about meeting over social media, the importance...
We Survived Lockdown… Now What?
24 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
It's been a while since Cam and Ali had the bathroom to themselves, and with things going back to something like normality, they thought it now would ...
Ben Lee On Age Gap Love & Putting Friendship First
17 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali are fanning out because the icons that are Ben Lee and Ione Skye are in the bathroom! They chat about their similar career paths, being fr...
Eddie Perfect's Journey To Broadway & Back
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
From Broadway to the bathroom! Composer and comedian Eddie Perfect and his wonderful wife Lucy Cochran join Cam and Ali to discuss their tumultuous ni...
Turn On Bluey And Run For The Bedroom
03 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Radio host, podcaster and mum Sarah McGilvray and her husband James head into the bathroom. They chat about how Wippa set them up (and takes credit fo...
When Two Families Become One
26 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Today on Separate Bathrooms we're joined by Tory Archbold and her husband Craig. We'll take a look at the world of online dating, the challenges (and ...
Finding Love On Stage (And Making It Last)
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are some friendly faces (or should we say voices?) joining Cam and Ali in the bathroom today, performers and partners, Chloé Zuel and Rob...
Keeping Play in Your Relationship
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
CW: This episode contains discussions of eating disorders The bathroom is sparkling today as Maddy Tyers and Jimmy Eaton light up the room! They talk ...
Let's Talk About Sex
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Over the past few years we've been spending more time than ever with our partners, and that can have a big effect on what happens in the bedroom. So, ...
David Campbell Owes It All To Therapy and Magda
29 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The delightful David & Lisa Campbell light up the bathroom with Cam & Ali. They talk about how couples therapy was crucial in the early days o...
Jock Zonfrillo Isn't A Cranky Chef
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali are bringing the kitchen into the bathroom, with Masterchef judge Jock Zonfrillo and his wife and business partner Lauren Fried. They chat...
Are Separate Bedrooms The Key To Happiness?
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The TV is coming into the bathroom! Long-time Neighbours cast member Alan Fletcher, and presenter and newsreader Jennifer Hansen join Cam and Ali, and...
What Is Financial Infidelity?
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Money can be one of the touchiest topics in relationships. How do you stick to a budget? What if one person has debts? Should family members pay you b...
There's No Such Thing As A Perfect Family
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Parenting gurus and all-round lovely people Emmy and Sabir Samtani join Cam and Ali in the bathroom. They talk meeting in a club in the early hours of...
Two Women Walk Into A Bar...
25 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Narelda Jacobs and Stevie Cruz-Martin grace Cam and Ali's virtual bathroom in the depths of Sydney lockdown. They talk about how they support each oth...
Love On Ice
18 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Professional outdoor guides Ewan Blyth and Sophie Ballagh take a tour of a different kind in Cam and Ali's bathroom. They talk about falling head over...
Why Online Means Trouble For Us
11 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
With travel restrictions, lockdowns and working from home becoming a regular part of our lives in the past year, it's no surprise that screen time is ...
Making The Best Of A Bad Childhood
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Cam & Ali in the bathroom are Aussie icons, Richard Glover and Debra Oswald. They talk about why they never got married, the joy of their ...
When A Surfer Meets A Rock Star
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Surfing superstar Layne Beachley and INXS member Kirk Pengilly bring a few trophies into Cam + Ali's bathroom. They chat about being set up on an awkw...
Becoming A Better Person
20 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Cam & Ali in the bathroom are Dr Justin & Kylie Coulson. They get vulnerable about realising you're not a good parent, learning to be ...
Jules Sebastian Met 'The One' At 12 Years Old
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jules Sebastian brings her warmth and wit into the bathroom this week. She chats to Cam & Ali about how she met Guy, how she's always prioritised ...
Saving Our Marriage
06 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The truth about Cam & Ali's separation in the early days of their marriage and how they rebuilt... With last episode's discussions of therapy and ...
Julia Morris Thinks Everyone Should Go To Therapy
30 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Australian comedy royalty Julia Morris, and her elusive husband Dan Thomas, join Cam & Ali in the bathroom. They chat about the process of writing...
If You Have a Child Your Career Will End
23 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Carmella & Adrian Galasso are a highly successful couple that have not let the pressures of their jobs affect their relationship. They share their...
The Secret To Long-Distance Love
16 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali get candid about what they've learnt from time spent apart, and the issues that many couples face in long-distance relationships. LINKS R...
Love Against The Tide with Michael Kirby
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Cam and Ali are joined by one of the most prestigious figures in Australian law, the Hon. Michael Kirby. Michael Kirby was Australia's longest serving...
Is Make-Up Sex A Myth?
02 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joining Cam and Ali in the bathroom are Kasey Edwards and Dr. Christopher Scanlon, authors of the book Raising Girls Who Like Themselves. Kasey a...
Facing Your Worst Fears with Sam & Cameron Bloom
25 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Bloom and Cameron Bloom, subjects of the bestselling book Penguin Bloom, join Cam and Ali in the bathroom. The Blooms share how Sam found courage ...
We're Back And We've Got Company!
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever seen a couple and wondered "How do they do it?!" They make parenting, marriage, relationships and life look easy? Well, you're not alone...
20/20 Hindsight- didn’t see THAT coming!
20 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Hi Ali and Cam here, reviewing some "Separate Bathroom" moments of 2020 that made an impact on us. Recalling moments and information that impacted us ...
Turnabout is fair play!
06 Dec 2020
Contributed by Lukas
This episode I have the chance to interview my husband. Underneath all that charm and old fashioned good looks beats a heart that is sensitive, someti...
The Wife's Interview - spotlight on Alison Daddo FKA Brahe
29 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
She’s humble and she’s fun. She’s got grit and she’s got a big generous heart. She’s a mother, a friend and a wife. Ali ...
What If You Can’t Get Home for Christmas?
22 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Ali’s and my life together has taken us through many peaks and valleys… we’ve had extended time in each others pockets and then gap...
“I GIVE MY Marriage a year” the Book
15 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Holly Wainwright joins us to discuss the inner workings of her newest book. She lifts the lid on her inspirations, aspirations and offers great advice...
What do women want from men?
08 Nov 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today in the bathroom we talk about the term "Toxic Masculinity", the #metoo movement, how times have changed for the men in our lives. In an article ...
The First Time… only happens once
25 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
A first kiss, a first day at work, a first taste of something you love… we only get one chance at a first impression. Ali and Cam remember some...
"I'm sorry"
11 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Arguably the 2 most powerful words in our English language.. I'm sorry. We are talking about the art of the apology and why it matters more than anyth...
Georgie and The Mills
04 Oct 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Welcoming into the bathroom is Georgie Tunney and Rob Mills, the fabulous duo have been together for 2 years and 1/4 of that has been living together ...
The Cycle of Love is a 3-step Dance
27 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Inspired by friend of this podcast Dr Alexandra Solomon, we explore a recent post from her that states - "Love exists in cycles of connection, disconn...
Better Homes and Bathrooms?
20 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome Australia's sweetheart Joh Griggs and her delightful husband Todd. They talk about romance, or lack there of, work/life balance, farm...
Fads… Trends… Crazes… it's hard to keep up!
13 Sep 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’re going back and coming forward, recalling the fads, the trends, the items we bought and rejected, the clothing, the style icons AKA the inf...
Triggered lately?
30 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk about triggers, what are they? How they feel, what are the signs? What to do once you’ve been triggered and why Cam is giving up golf ...
It’s ALL Good News
23 Aug 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We took some time off, we’ve heard a lot of news… and to be honest, not much of it has been good. So we’ve found some positive stories to share…...
The Innocence of Guilty Pleasures. How do you plead?
26 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is it listening to Barry Manilow? Maybe sneaking Monte Carlo biscuits… or starting up conversations with a foreigner to be soothed by their accent. ...
More Daddo's in the bathroom!
19 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we are joined by our youngest daughter Bodhi. She talks about being a teen in the time of Covid, Black Lives Matter, resilience and changes. And...
To Ghost or not to Ghost
05 Jul 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we take a spooky dive into paranormal activity and share some of our stories. Don't listen alone.... See omnystudio.com/listener for ...
Freeing The Flag - a conversation
28 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we welcome the team from Clothing The Gap, an Aboriginal owned company that is fighting for the freedom of their flag. They are all about creati...
How do we talk to loved ones about Race?
21 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we discuss the challenges of differing political views within a relationship, how do you get on the same page, is it a relationship ender? ...
Taking Sexy Back
14 Jun 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How’s your sex life? We’re TAKING SEXY BACK with psychologist, author and TEDx speaker, Dr Alexandra Solomon. We’ve used Dr. Solomons’ quotes ...
#Parenting Fails
31 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s a fact of Parenting Life… we make mistakes. Just in case you feel like you’re the worst parent, we reminisce about the many funny and somet...
"Talking about our problems can be our biggest addiction, break the habit, talk about our Joys” - Rita Schiano
24 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
How do we shift the idea that we as humans are a problem to be solved? What action can we take right now that changes your relationship to a more posi...
In these extraordinary times we need extraordinary understanding of what each other is experiencing
17 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
So how do you make that work? We found a brilliant article to assist us in navigating conflict and we talk through how it can work for us all. Even if...
Sharing the bathroom with Australian treasure - GEORGIE PARKER
10 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
With Cam spending so much time on the set of Home and Away in the company of Aussie sweetheart Georgie Parker, Ali felt like it was high time she got ...
Do the ghosts of relationships past haunt you and affect your current relationships?
03 May 2020
Contributed by Lukas
For most of us, past heartbreaks, traumas, loss and regret do rear their heads as we couple up. But there are ways through. During these times of...
Have a Cracking Easter
09 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We’ve never done an Easter like this, it's a first and firsts are often harder than we’d like. But, the fact is, next year we’ll most likely be ...
Our countdown to 36 questions leading to LOVE ends with our final 12…or lucky 13
05 Apr 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As our collective self isolation period continues, enjoy the final batch of questions that lead to love. Try these on your lover, your kids, your hous...
Conversations continue…
29 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
As we get used to spending more time at home and more time with our partners, kids and housemates, we dive into part duex of the questions that lead t...
Running out of things to talk about?
22 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Our world has changed. We’re all in this COVID-19 together and who really knows how long we’ll be socially distancing ourselves. This week we have...
Men, Midlife and the younger woman
15 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Is there such a thing as Male Menopause? What happens in a relationship when you are both having a midlife crisis? We talk about all this and more. &#...
It's the little things
09 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It's so easy to get lost in the everyday life and not stop and remember why we are grateful for our relationships. How easy it is to create stories th...
Growing Up - What would you have liked to have been told about Adulthood?
02 Mar 2020
Contributed by Lukas
We put this question to you and the responses were fabulous. We discuss a few of our own learnings and we reflect on your thoughts and experienc...
One word ... Sex
23 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Today we get real and awkward. As the song goes, "Let's talk about sex baby, let's talk about you and me, let's talk about all the good things and the...
Is social media the 3rd person in your relationship?
16 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
Do you know who your partner "follows" on Instagram? Does your partner have Facebook friends that he tells details about your relationship that even y...
2020 has arrived and we’re back in our Bathroom(s) sharing some thoughts.
09 Feb 2020
Contributed by Lukas
It’s been a wickedly long, hot summer in Australia. A challenging one for the books. Most of us usually begin the year feeling recharged. For many, ...
Marriages and relationships are an ever evolving entity. Nothing is ever the same.
01 Dec 2019
Contributed by Lukas
How well do you support your partner when there’s a mental health issue? Do you know what to do? Do you know how to be there for the ones you love? ...
Who doesn’t love a quiz?!
25 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Ali discovered Gary Chapman’s- Five Languages of Love, a NY Times best seller and puts Cam through his paces. See omnystudio.com/listener...
Self acceptance and Summer time
17 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Summer is here, accepting our evolving body shapes in the face of societal pressure can be quite the journey. Today we chat about self acceptance and ...
Is there a right time to fart in front of your partner?
10 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Farting in front of your partner is arguably as big of a relationship milestone as your first kiss and first “I love you”. You’re actually sayin...
Great Expectations - how the unspoken can be the undoing in a relationship
03 Nov 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Today we chat about how we still get caught in the sticky web of expectations, and how we also have found our way through. See omnystudio.c...
When the Kitchen meets The Bathroom
20 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Known as the kind couple from the country. Mick and Jodie Ann from season 10 of My Kitchen Rules join us in the bathroom to talk how they’ve kept th...
The science is in - Nostalgia is good for our soul
13 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We come from another century, a time where half hour sitcoms about castaways on an island dominated the TV, music was produced by real instruments and...
Today it's Separate Bathrooms and Separate Bedrooms
06 Oct 2019
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when one of us goes through physical changes, menopause, snoring, illness. How to cope with no longer sharing a bed. Is it the end of the...
So you’ve found THE one!
29 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
You’ve spent some quality time together and made a baby, then another comes, and maybe another! Cam is one of five kids, Ali is one of three and tog...
How to remain YOU in a relationship… short or long
22 Sep 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We received the question - How do you maintain your own independence and sense of identity in a long term relationship? Ali and I speak from our own p...
The Couple that Holiday together…
24 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Taking holidays together with your partner and/or with your family is a sure fire way of creating wonderful and often hilarious memories. After the jo...
Trust
17 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
“Trust only movement, life happens at the level of events, not words.” We’re answering your questions about trust and if it's possible to regain...
Screens, Celebrity and Social Media....Oh My!
10 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Phones at the dinner table? Does social media and screens have an impact on relationships? How does celebrity change someone? Ali and Cam divulge more...
Money Changes Everything … or does it?
03 Jul 2019
Contributed by Lukas
It’s no surprise that MONEY is always included when discussing reasons why couples argue and break up. We share some of the ups and downs we’ve ha...
Partners in Love / Partners in Loss
26 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Most long-term relationships will encounter loss or grieving at some point given it's a part of our human experience. How we traverse that as a couple...
To Therapy or Not to Therapy
19 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The truth about our separation in the early days of our marriage and how we rebuilt. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Moment / Big Impact
12 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Big moments happen in our lives whether we want them to or not. A move, a death, a renovation- these types of events impact our close relationships. W...
I want a good clean fight, no hitting below the belt
05 Jun 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We all go through tough times in a relationship, some walk away (and that is ok) and some choose to stay… through our 28 years of marriage, we’ve ...
Your teen doesn't want to “divorce” you, but they kind of have to
29 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
We’re blessed with three children. Each one is different, with their own subtleties and quirks. We’ve been through birth, toddler, big kid and now...
28 years and counting
22 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
The feeling of being in love is potent and one all of us enjoy, sustaining those first months of crazy love is challenging, a bit like stopping at one...
Trailer: Separate Bathrooms
08 May 2019
Contributed by Lukas
Get to know Cam and Ali. They also reveal what this podcast will be about. Coming May 23. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informati...