The most powerful conversations are the ones we usually avoid. Hosted by Paul C. Brunson, We Need To Talk is a show that empowers people to have the conversations they avoid by creating a safe, supportive, and insightful space that encourages vulnerability, self-discovery, and real-world connection.
From breakups to breakthroughs, conflict to connection, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the human experiences and relationships that define us.
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Latest episodes
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Sam Vanderpump: Why I’m Fighting For Organ Donation
For Organ Donation Week, Sam Vanderpump's shares his life-changing health battle that began with a liver disease he was diagnosed with at just 4 years old.
Sam opens up
Sep 24 24 min
He Quit His Job at 37: Now He DJ's with Will Smith, Skepta & Burna Boy
DJ AG became one of the internet’s most recognisable street DJs through his viral TikTok LIVE performances, hosting stars including Will Smith, Skepta and Ne-Yo. But long
Sep 22 1 h 45 min
"The audition went horribly wrong!" Shirley Ballas & Ore Oduba on Strictly Come Dancing
Strictly Come Dancing legends Shirley Ballas and Ore Oduba reveal what really happens behind the scenes of television’s biggest show. From surviving severe online hate an
Sep 17 26 min
Kelly Osbourne on Ozzy’s Final Words and Choosing Herself “I Didn’t Know What I Looked Like”
Kelly Osbourne opens up about Ozzy Osbourne’s final days, growing up in The Osbournes and the reality of becoming famous as a teenager in her first sit-down since her fat
Sep 15 2 h 01 min
The Conversations That Could Save Lives: We’re Talking Suicide Prevention
TW: This episode discusses suicide and mental health. Nadiya Hussain and Tyler West open up about their experiences with mental health, from childhood trauma, bullying an
Sep 10 27 min
Dr Terry Dubrow on Botched, Ozempic And Plastic Surgery “They Put Concrete In Her Face!”
Star of Botched and The Swan, Dr Terry Dubrow became one of reality TV’s most recognisable surgeons, but this conversation reveals what was really happening behind the sh
Sep 8 1 h 48 min
Why Chemistry Isn’t Always Love! Dr Tara Swart
Dr Tara Swart reveals the surprising neuroscience behind love, attraction and relationships - from the hormones that drive bonding to the hidden signals our brains use wh
Sep 3 24 min
GK Barry: I’m Finally Ready To Tell My Story
GK Barry became one of the internet’s biggest personalities, but this conversation reveals the Grace Keeling behind the fame, the jokes and the confidence.
She reflects
Sep 1 2 h 06 min
Why Happy Couples Still Fight & “69% Of Problems Never Go Away”
Paul sits down with world-renowned relationship experts John and Julie Gottman to uncover the science behind love, marriage and lasting connection. They reveal why happy
Aug 27 24 min
Love Island’s Simba & Angelista: He Had Options, I Had None
Love Island 2026 finalists Simba and Angelista reveal what really happened in the Love Island villa, from their relationship and the “villain edit” to the moments viewers
Aug 25 1 h 30 min
“I Had No Confidence” Perrie Edwards: The Shy Girl Who Became a Pop Star
Perrie Edwards sits down with Paul to reveal how a painfully shy girl with no confidence was pushed into auditioning for The X Factor and became one quarter of Little Mix
Aug 20 30 min
Farrah Abraham: What Fame Did To Me After 16 & Pregnant
Farrah Abraham opens up about MTV’s 16 and Pregnant, Teen Mom, becoming pregnant at 16, and losing the father of her daughter while she was still carrying Sophia. Farrah
Aug 18 1 h 48 min
"Real Housewives Was The Downfall Of Our Marriage" PK Paul Kemsley
Paul Kemsley sits down with Paul to reveal the reality of filming The Real Housewives of Beverley Hills with ex-wife Dorit.
(00:00) Intro
(00:39) How PK Joined The Rea
Aug 13 26 min
Vikkstar: What It Really Took to Build The Sidemen (we didn’t plan for anyone to leave)
Vikkstar opens up about the extraordinary rise of the Sidemen, the relentless work that built his YouTube career, and what happens when the group you built your life arou
Aug 11 1 h 48 min
What Everyone Should Know Before Ending a Marriage: We're Talking Divorce withJames Sexton
Divorce lawyer James Sexton breaks down what divorce really means, what you need to know before leaving a marriage, and why the smartest decisions are often made long bef
Aug 6 25 min
Trewley Precious: The Real Cost of Secret Lives of Gypsy Wives
Reality TV star Trewley Precious opens up about the strict family rules that shaped her childhood, the freedoms her brothers had that she did not, and the personal cost o
Aug 4 1 h 49 min
The Hear’Say And Liberty X Feud That Changed British Pop
Before The X Factor, there was Popstars - the reality show that created Hear’Say, led to Liberty X and changed British pop culture overnight.
Myleene Klass and Michelle
Jul 30 32 min
Big Brother’s Chantelle Houghton Finally Speaks Out "I Don't Want To Hide Anymore"
Celebrity Big Brother winner Chantelle Houghton opens up about overnight fame, her relationship with Preston, the loneliness behind the headlines, and the years she spent
Jul 28 1 h 26 min
Blake Remembers The Real Amy Winehouse "She Was My Best Mate”
15 years after Amy Winehouse’s passing, Blake Fielder-Civil reflects on one of music’s most talked-about and misunderstood love stories.
From meeting Amy in Camden to th
Jul 23 25 min
Joey Graceffa On The Life He Hid Behind YouTube: I Lost The Mum I Knew
Joey Graceffa opens up about YouTube fame, Escape The Night, coming out online, love, family, and the private experiences behind the life millions of viewers grew up watc
Jul 21 1 h 25 min
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A curated, balanced selection of Apple Podcasts reviews.
Like everyone else I love insights to my favorite reality stars, that is what brought me to this podcast. The beautiful honest non-judgmental conversations is what made me go through the past episodes and listen to them. Such a kind healthy approach to podcasting. We need more like these in the arena of celebrity
ittag · May 2026
Paul is clearly a great listener and masterful at asking the right questions. In the recent episode with the former CIA spy “how to tell when someone’s lying” (or something to that effect).
I so loved the first 27 minutes but was hoping he would have continued with his guest to explore the actual tile of the episode. The remainder of close to 1h30 mins was about his experience at the CIA and while interesting, I think he lost an important moment with listeners.
Nevertheless, I appreciated the candor and vulnerability explored. Just craved for much more around the actual episode title.
Sylvia Speaks · Nov 2025
I found this podcast because I went down a Google rabbit hole looking to see what Megan Barton Hanson from Love Island UK was up to these days. So glad I found this! I love the depth, the rawness, and the courage that a lot of his guests have to speak on topics that may be considered a bit too “taboo” by society. I feel that Paul creates a safe space for his guests. Looking forward to many more episodes!
freedmiiester · Jun 2025
I tuned into Paul’s podcast for the first time to listen to Gabor Mate. While I benefited from listening to Gabor as I always do, I was pleasantly surprised to hear a great interview. Will definitely be listening to more of Paul’s content.
Timothy From Texas · Apr 2025
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