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Julie and Brenda were up to 90 during this recording ahead of their show in the Cork Opera House last Friday. Their schedules were packed! But aside from show chat, Julie gave us the latest Rocco update as well as sharing the gift her new love interest got her. Brenda talked about her recent trip to Barcelona and thinks that maybe she’s a solo traveller through and through. It’s all here and more so all you have to do is sit back and hit play.Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news and updates.

It’s finally the week of our Cork Opera house show and we cannot wait. It’s going to be some night. So hello September and hello to Julie’s new teeth which she tells us all about in this week’s episode. She also shares news about her fella Rocco but why is he already in the dog house? Plus, Brenda shares how she turned into a Bumble detective and caught out a married man!  Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

Well all we can say is, if you weren’t there you missed out BIG TIME girls because we had some amount of fun in the Ah Hear! tent at Electric Picnic. We’ve had to edit some of the most scandalous bits out but there is still lots to enjoy. In this episode, Brenda and Julie talk about stage fright wees, the fight they had en route to the festival and which of the 2Johnnies they'd share a snack box with. Plus, we learn that Julie and Brenda still don’t know where the wee comes out.  Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

In this episode the girls wonder if Brenda wearing dungarees has anything to do with dating a 29 year old. Meanwhile Julie tells us about snapchatting a Snickers pants wearer and gives us a great Snapchat tip. Brenda shocks us all by talking about running and her new role as Cork mini marathon ambassador. There’s also talk about their first periods, first time sex and both their plans for big trips away. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

You asked and we answered EVERYTHING. In this episode we talked about all those little bits you wanted to know about us but never had the chance to. We chat motherhood and marriage, watching The Secret, getting birthday chipper and people wondering if Brenda is really that positive (she really is). We start though by slating Julie’s necklace - well, we can’t be positive all the time. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

We’re back, on-air in Cahir! Julie catches us up on the Galway Races and the WILD time she had. Julie and Brenda both talk about being underestimated by certain types of men and Brenda tells us about her hot date with a new younger man. Plus, we reveal the special guest for our live show in the Cork Opera House on the 6th September. Tickets on sale here.  XOXO,  Julie and Brenda. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

A bit of sad news this week for Brenda at the top of the show. Sadly her beloved dog Jake passed away last week after 15 years of being her best friend. Her heart is breaking but we remember him in this episode.  But that’s not all! Brenda and Julie both share what cosmetic tweaks they’re planning. Plus, Julie tells us about the time she got denied at passport control after getting some work done because she didn’t look like her picture. All that and lots more.  Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

The gang are back together again! Julie and Brenda were over for an Ireland AM appearance which you can watch back here. And if you want to see the girls in the flesh, tickets for their live show in the Cork Opera House on 6th September are available here.  But back to the podcast! In this episode, Julie talks about her east, west boobs, Brenda shares more of her intrusive thoughts and Julie tells us how she's getting on being a Mamager. Plus, they also talk trust issues, Brenda’s new love interest and Julie being thrown in Instagram jail.  Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

Don’t forget, we are coming to Cork on the 6th September as part of the Cork Podcast Festival. Get your tickets here. It’s been a jam packed few weeks for Brenda and Julie. Brenda was flat out covering the UK elections in work while Julie was flat out with the twins on their sun holiday. And this week, they’re catching up on it all.  In this episode, they talk about imposter syndrome, Julie becoming her own Kris Jenner managing her social media and the dream of heading to Coppers. Plus, Brenda talks about waking up feeling consumed and listening to your inner voice.  Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates. 

Our guest this week is Tony J O’Reilly an addiction counsellor who specialises in Gambling Addiction, an addiction he has lived through himself. In 2011, Tony’s life was splashed across the front pages after he stole €1.75 million from An Post to fund that addiction. But since then, Tony has changed his life completely. He went on to get his degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and now delivers gambling addiction workshops to schools and organisations all over Ireland. Tony also established the chart-topping podcast The Two Norries plus co-authored ‘Tony 10’ his bestselling book that tells the story of his gambling addiction and subsequent recovery. In this episode, he sat down with us to take us through that incredible journey. It really is an amazing story - you’ll be gripped! Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

In May 2022, Natasha O’Brien was walking home after work when she was violently assaulted by a serving member of the Irish Defence Forces. Her attacker fled the scene immediately after and later boasted about the incident on social media to his friends.The court was told he initially tried to blame the victim for what happened. But after being shown CCTV footage of the incident he admitted that his account of the event was ‘all wrong’ For the first time, Natasha tells her story in full exclusively to Left On Read podcast. She talks us through what happened on that awful night, how the justice system let her and countless other victims of violence down and how she’s now fighting for cultural, social and legislative change. RESOURCES: You are never alone. Womens Aid Ireland 24hr National Freephone Helpline 1800 341900 ‘Always here if you need us’ Follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news and updates.

We are coming to Cork on the 6th September as part of the Cork Podcast Festival and we can’t wait! There are some tickets left but they’re going quick so make sure you secure yours for a fun packed night out with your besties. But back to this week’s episode which one you will definitely want to share in your WhatsApp groups… Our guest today is Denise Phillips, entrepreneur and owner of the Voduz Hair and Pelo brands. Last month, Denise shared a terrifying experience during a family holiday to Istanbul that shook her to her core. While on board the plane, a male stranger took a photo of her daughter Beth and today, Denise is going to share the entire story with us all. Plus, Denise talks about her IVF journey and her incredible second pregnancy which Denise believes is a miracle. It could give hope to anyone out there who needs it. We also talked about online bullying and what she says to people who criticize her putting her children online. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news, goss and updates.

Tickets for our live show on the 6th September as part of the Cork Podcast Festival are selling out fast so don’t delay, secure yours today! This week Brenda and Julie talk about solo travel - Lourdes, the Blasket Islands, Coronation Street tours - it’s Girls Gone Mild. They also chat about behind the scenes on the 6 O’Clock Show, visiting Peig Sayers cottage plus Brenda sets Julie a reading challenge - and you’re all invited too. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news and updates.

In this episode, we had a fascinating conversation with an anonymous guest who goes by the name ‘Ask Josie’. Burned by her own online dating experiences, she started a Facebook group 2 years ago aimed at helping other women and warning them about men online. But what started as an exposure group has grown into so much more. Josie talked to us about cat-fishing, the trauma of ghosting and romance fraud. Plus Brenda and Julie share their own online experiences too of course!  Bye for now and stay safe out there. Dating online is no joke.  Read about some online dating safety advice here. Make sure you follow Julie, Brenda and the pod for all the latest news and updates.