Cam and Ali's bathroom is looking especially spick and span today as they sit down with Alana Valentine, one of Australia's most critically acclaimed playwrights and author of Wed by the Wayside.  Alana shares the stories of couples wed at the iconic Wayside Chapel, a controversial beacon of social justice and inclusivity in Australian history. From interracial and interfaith marriages to same-sex unions, divorcees, sex workers and bikies, Wayside welcomed all love at a time when many of...

We're rolling out the red carpet today, as Cam and Ali reel in the romance. They're chatting cinema's greatest love stories (or their favourites at least). From timeless classics to swoon-worthy modern flicks, Ali and Cam are unpacking the silver-screen romances that not only entertained us but also set the scene for what we expect from love in real life.  LINKS  Follow Cam @camerondaddo on Instagram Follow Ali @alidaddo on Instagram Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  If you...

Today, Cam and Ali are joined by musical comedian Michelle Brasier and her partner and collaborator, actor-musician Tim Lancaster. The couple tells the unusual story of meeting during a regional production of Legally Blonde, where they kissed on stage every night, and the romantic gesture involving a pillow fort that sealed the deal. They also open up about why they don't think they'll have kids, why Tim takes Michelle for walks like she's a dog, and how laughing at your partner can be the...

In this episode of Separate Bathrooms, Cameron and Ali sit down with connections expert Mark Groves. He's the creator of "Create The Love," where he shares advice on building healthier, more meaningful relationships. Cam and Ali have a notebook brimming with questions for Mark, covering topics like public breakups, overcoming cheating and rebuilding trust, codependency, and setting boundaries in relationships. Packed with valuable advice and heartfelt conversations, this is an episode you...

Today, Cam and Ali are joined in the bathroom by raise.org founder Vicki Condon AM and chairman Leon Condon.  The couples talk about the loss that led Vicki to start Raise, the lessons they've taken from running the charity into their partnership, the three levels of communication in a relationship, and Leon's realisation that everyday transactional communication had replaced deep emotional intimacy between them.  LINKS  Get involved with raise.org.au Follow @raisefoundation and...

In today’s episode of Separate Bathrooms, Cam and Ali are shifting focus from romantic to platonic love. For the first time, it’s a friendship taking centre stage, not a romance! Join The Age and SMH lifestyle editor and author of Just Friends: On the Joy, Power and Influence of Friendship, Gyan Yankovich, along with her friend, author and returning guest, Gina Rushton, for an insightful exploration of friendship. Listen as they share their own friendship 'love story,' and discuss the lack...

Writer Kerri Sackville and her partner Mike join Cam and Ali in the bathroom today — learn why we'll be inspecting the toothpaste tube once they leave! In her books, and as a columnist for the Sydney Morning Herald and The Age, Kerri has documented her journey through marriage, divorce and years of dating in mid-life. Her most recent book The Secret Life of You: How a bit of alone time can change your life, relationships, and maybe the world is about embracing solitude. But in learning to be...

Cam and Ali are hosting an iconic Australian show-biz couple in the bathroom today. Debra Lawrence and Dennis Coard got together 35 years ago, playing on-screen couple Pippa and Michael Ross on Home and Away. And, according to Debra, they still fancy the PANTS of each other. The couple also discuss keeping their relationship (and marriage) a secret on set, how marriage is similar to a corporation, the changing attitudes towards soap opera acting, and why they don't care about 'keeping...

Regardless of who you are or the skin you’re in, everyone should be able to enjoy the beauty industry and feel included. After all, skin is skin! And that's why, at Nova Podcasts, we created Skinfluence!  A beauty podcast that's all about turning your weakness into your uniqueness. Join beauty experts and sisters Jayme Jo & Jessie Massoud each week as they tackle the latest makeup trends, level up your skincare knowledge, and share their best beauty tips to have you looking and feeling...

Today, Australian music legends Felicity Urquhart and The Waif’s Josh Cunningham are testing out Cam and Ali’s bathroom acoustics. With a combined trophy cabinet bursting at the seams, they’ve shared stages with the likes of Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Don McLean, and Keith Urban. Josh and Felicity open up about finding each other following profound personal tragedy, including the death by suicide of Felicity's husband, musician and producer Glen Hannah. They also discuss making music...

Rhys Nicholson: 'I'd probably have quit comedy if I hadn't met Kyran.' Join today's guests Rhys and Kyran Nicholson as they question Cam and Ali's bathroom decor and reflect on their 13-year relationship.  Laugh along as the comedians recount their first meeting and unconventional proposal story, involving alcohol, swearing and a second proposal. They tackle the big question – who's funnier? Plus, insights into their creative partnership, Rhys's delight at Kyran's 'underpants dance,' and...

'My insecurities were the same in monogamy and polyamory.' When Siobhan and Rich met online and began dating they had barely heard of polyamory, let alone considered it for themselves. But after Rich came out to Siohban as polyamorous by orientation they made the decision to open their relationship, and they haven't looked back. In a bathroom first, Siobhan and Rich join Cam and Ali to delve into the world of ethical non-monogamy. The couple chat navigating jealousy, how that first...

Ever wondered how you build a business from scratch? Seven years ago Brittney Saunders started a business in her garage. Today it’s grown to an 8-figure empire with almost 60 employees, four retail shops and a booming online store.  Big Business is a brand new podcast from Nova Podcasts where she unpacks exactly how she did it. Each week, Brittney will take you behind the scenes of the day to day of running a business and teach you all the lessons she wishes she’d known from the...

"After 10 days, I went back to London and said I've met a girl... I'm moving to Australia." A classically trained chef at the top of his game in the UK, Bake Off Australia's Darren Purchese had low expectations for his chance visit to Brisbane in 2004. He didn't expect to fall in love with Australian food – and an Australian girl, fellow chef Cath Caringbold.  Join Darren and Cath as they step out of the kitchen and into the bathroom. On top of their dramatic meeting story and plenty of...

Some of the most important, profound relationships in our lives are not romantic. While today's guests share 'rare' chemistry and a partnership that has carried them through tough times, in a bathroom first, they're in what some call a 'work marriage'.  If you're familiar with Melbourne breakfast radio duo Jase Hawkins and Lauren Philips, you might know they've weathered some dramatic highs and lows together. Join Cam and Ali as they learn about the couple's 'seedy' first meeting, their...

"I almost lost that ability to love." Bonnie Hancock paddled her way into the history books when she circumnavigated Australia on a surf ski, breaking four world records in the process. Bonnie's husband, Matt Palmer, helmed her support crew from day one. Join Cam and Ali as they delve into the couple's journey from DM slide and disastrous first date to selling their cars to fund the 254-day, 12,700 km paddle. But as Bonnie navigated shark and crocodile-infested waters, an unforeseen...

"Suddenly, I just felt really nervous... It was like he was a different Chris." Steaming up the bathroom today are fire-sign CEOs Mary and Chris Doube, who share with Cam and Ali their competitive partnership and journey from long-time friends to power partners—all thanks to a monogrammed suit. Listen to Mary's incredible story of rebuilding her life and becoming a strongwoman at 40; Chris and Ali's firm stance on shop talk in bed; and a discussion on whether it's fair to call out your...

Singer-songwriter and Australian Idol winner Wesley Dean (formerly Wes Carr) didn't want a relationship like his parents had: "I remember thinking, that's not my story." Wes and his wife Charlotte are visiting Cam and Ali in the bathroom today - all the way from Nashville, Tennessee. During their visit, Wes squirms as Charlotte shares the 'creative' tactics he employed when they first met. The couple also discuss being thrust into the public eye shortly after getting together, starting...

Today's guest is trading their boat for the bathroom. We're chatting with Jill Whelan who played Vicki Stubing on the one and only The Love Boat TV series. Jill is chatting all things love, travel, and of course shares some memorable stories from her time in Hollywood.  LINKS  Follow Jill on Instagram @officialjillwhelan.  Follow Cam on Instagram @camerondaddo.  Follow Ali on Instagram @alidaddo.  Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Cam & Ali? You can email...

Is your need to be right getting in the way of your relationship? It's a trait that award-winning public speaker, best-selling author and stubbornness expert, Michael McQueen, has had to unlearn. Michael and his wife, theatre-maker and lecturer Hailey McQueen, are dropping pearls of wisdom all over the bathroom floor today. They chat to Cam and Ali about negotiating differences in a relationship, navigating loss early into dating, career rough patches, poor fashion decisions, stubborn kids,...

Cam and Ali are sitting up extra straight today because they have a pilates instructor joining them in the bathroom! Talia Avenell and Jem Fuller are stepping into the bathroom today. Talia is a Clinical pilates instructor and Jem is a TEDx speaker, author and relationship coach.  They share their love story, advice on how they blended their families, and some of the parenting moments they'll treasure forever. Jem and Talia also share details about the different retreats that they are...

Paula and Saxon Joye have had a tumultuous love story, from dad's getting in the way, to break-ups, and awkward proposals, they tell Cam and Ali all the wild turns their relationship has faced to get where they are today. They also talk about the pillars of their marriage, their incredible careers, and looking ahead to 'The Rocking Chair factor'. LINKS  Follow Paula Joye on Instagram @paulajoye. Buy Paula's book The Glow Up –...

This episode is something a little different, and a lot of fun! Renowned psychic medium Florence King is in the bathroom to tell us a bit about her life, and how she found this line of work. And of course, Florence does a reading for Cam & Ali and the results are BUCK WILD. LINKS  Follow Cam on Instagram @camerondaddo.  Follow Ali on Instagram @alidaddo.  Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Cam & Ali? You can email them at...

Dating seems to get harder as you get older, but Dr Amantha Imber is the perfect woman to give a life challenge to. She created a dating experiment for herself, and it worked! Cam and Ali chat to Amantha and her partner Neo Aplin about how online dating, running experiments together, navigating step-parenting, and Amantha's new book The Health Habit. LINKS  Follow Dr Amantha Imber on Instagram @amanthai. Connect with Neo Aplin on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/neoaplin/ Buy Amantha's...

WE'RE BACK! 2024 is well and truly here and Cam and Ali are taking a bit of time to freshen up the bathroom before they get a new lot of guests in. They're chatting about their goals for 2024, and what they learned from 2023. LINKS  Follow Cam on Instagram @camerondaddo.  Follow Ali on Instagram @alidaddo.  Follow Nova Podcasts @novapodcastsofficial.  Got a question for Cam & Ali? You can email them at [email protected].  CREDITS  Hosts: Cameron Daddo and Alison...