The Rosie and Roula Show

The Rosie and Roula Show

Welcome to the Rosie and Roula show! We have very different lifestyles and family dynamics. Rosie loves dogs. She lives the van life alone, and most days she can't be bothered to brush her hair or even look in the mirror. Roula love cats, she has three kids and a husband and doesn't dare leave the house without wearing her red lipstick. On the surface, we're like chalk and cheese. And sometimes, our beliefs are so different that we don't see eye to eye at all. Yet we find so much knowledge and fun in the conversations we have about our lives. We talk about insignificant matters that have a daily impact on the way we interact at work, in our family lives, friendships, and with ourselves. Our episodes are short, sharp, and to the point. There's no chit chat or sweet talking around here. We talk about everything from our illogical pet peeves and philosophical musings to the things in society that make us go, what the fuck? We ask the big questions. For example, should a person with a penis put down the toilet seat for a person with a vagina, or the other way around? And does it disgust you when someone licks their fingers whilst eating and then passes you the salt? Or when they burp, without saying excuse me?! And what was the one thing you heard today that put a smile on your face, and why? Join us each week during your lunch break, a trip to the shops, or even whilst you're sitting on the toilet, for a quick dose of banter with your spicy hosts, Rosie and Roula.

Episodes

July 20, 2025 13 mins

This one's for the Gen X-ers. Roula and Rosie dive into what’s really going on with the “forgotten generation”—from outdated work mindsets to evolving parenting styles. Is Gen X caught between progress and pride? Do they envy the freedom Millennials and Gen Z are claiming? And how do we move forward without getting stuck in blame?

We get into:

– Why Gen X might feel left behind

– The impact of fear-based parenting and social medi...

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Roula dropped a spicy take last episode—and now we’re unpacking it. Do younger generations *actually* lack resilience, or are they just pushing back on the crap Gen X put up with? In this episode, we dive into generational parenting styles, quality of life, and whether facing fewer hardships means you’re less capable… or just luckier.


We explore:

– The impact of parenting that shields kids from struggle

– How hardship and privile...

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Ever wondered how Rosie and Roula crossed paths and ended up hosting a podcast together? Spoiler: it started with a random online challenge, a vague forum post, and a whole lot of winging it. In this episode, we spill the story of how we met, became friends, and ended up recording over 100 episodes side by side (virtually).


We also manage to go completely off-topic and cover:

– Roula’s Middle Eastern hair vs Dutch weather

– Prote...

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Are we lazy, less creative humans for using AI to help us write things? Or are we just evolving with the times? In this episode, Rosie confesses to feeling guilty for using AI in her emails—and Roula goes full passionate podcast voice to set the record straight.


We chat about:

  • Why using AI doesn’t mean you’re not doing the work
  •  The difference between cheating and collaborating with a tool
  •  How our education system might need ...
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We’ve all been there: stuck in a never-ending chat where your brain checks out but your face keeps pretending. In this episode, Roula and Rosie dive into those painfully long-winded conversations—why they happen, how we deal, and what to do when you're the one doing the rambling.

We cover:

  • How to handle people who talk (and talk… and talk)
  • Whether pretending to listen is kinder or just cowardly
  • What to say when you genuinely c...
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July 13, 2025 20 mins

What happens when someone tells you your joke wasn’t funny—and not in a “bad timing” kind of way, but in a “that actually hurt me” kind of way? Do you shut down? Get defensive? Or say thank you and do better?

In this episode, we dive into the big, messy, beautiful pool of self-awareness. From controlling your reactions to recognising when you've hurt someone (and what to do next), they share their own journeys—tantrums, breakth...

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July 10, 2025 13 mins

We’ve all been there—someone makes a joke at your expense, everyone laughs, and you’re left wondering if you’re being too sensitive or if they were actually just being a dick. In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into the fine line between playful banter and passive-aggressive digs disguised as “just jokes.”

We get into:

  • Why some jokes feel more like punches than punchlines
  • The weird way we’re conditioned to laugh along even when...
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Is “making love” just a polite way to say “sex”? Or does it mean something softer, slower... maybe a bit boring? In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into the language of sex: what we call it, why it matters, and whether saying “make love” is sweet, cringe or completely outdated.

We cover:

  • Why the term ‘making love’ makes us squirm
  • Whether sex can still be romantic without being vanilla
  • Cultural differences in how we talk (or don’...
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We've all done it: smiled, nodded, and pretended we *definitely* knew that person who just greeted us like an old friend. In this episode, Roula and Rosie dive into the awkward art of forgetting people — and being forgotten. From unrecognised ex-colleagues to mystery street encounters, it’s all about memory, embarrassment, and saving face.

We cover:

  • When someone remembers *everything* about you… and you’ve got nothing
  • How to ...
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From dishwasher dramas to meeting meltdowns, we’re embracing the messy truth: most of us have a little control freak hiding inside. Roula dishes up a strong theory on spacing cutlery, Rosie interrogates every decision, and somehow we end up bonding over fear, trust, and perfectly stacked plates.

We cover:

  • Why you care so much about how the car is packed
  • The not-so-subtle art of controlling outcomes
  • Trust issues, dishwasher rag...
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In this bonus ep, we reveal the three listeners who won our competition (yep, we said two but picked three because we’re soft).

We also chat about:

  • The sweet and funny messages you sent us
  • How it actually feels to hit 100 episodes
  • Why Roula’s obsessed with the weather
  • And why you *really* should follow the show (Rosie rolls her eyes but agrees)

To Shell, Barb, and Andrew: you’re bloody legends. And to everyone else, stick around...

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Why Are Nipples (and Boners) So Embarrassing? 

Why do we feel ashamed of perfectly natural bodily reactions, like hard nipples or spontaneous boners, even when they’re not sexual? 

This week, Rosie and Roula wade into a funny, awkward, and surprisingly freeing conversation about anatomy, puberty, and the weird rules we’ve all absorbed about what’s appropriate to show or hide. 

From cold-day nipple shame to teenage erections, they expl...

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We've all been there stuck in a conversation, a meeting, a moment that feels never-ending. Whether it's a neighbor who won’t take the hint, a friend oversharing at the worst time, or a social trap you didn’t see coming,how do you get out gracefully? 

In this hilarious and honest episode, Rosie vents about a 3-hour ordeal involving van repairs, unsolicited help, and a man who doesn’t know a spanner from a spoon. Roula serve...

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This one’s got it all: reckless driving, flashing lights, corrupt customs officers… and a couch that might be the most uncomfortable seat in Lebanon. Rosie and Roula get personal and a little lawless in this week’s episode, sharing wild stories about run-ins with the police, driving faux pas, and a full-blown wrongful arrest (yes, really). 

From accidentally speeding on an empty highway to being detained with an Interpol alert on a ...

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What is the first thing we use to do when we wake up: Go and Pee. What is the first thin we do when we wake up: We grab our phone and go to pee.

We used to wake up, have breakfast, and go outside. Now, we wake up and check our phones before we even pee. This week, Rosie and Roula take a long, honest look at the ever-present device that’s quietly taken over our lives: the smartphone. 

In a nostalgic, funny, and surprisingly deep episo...

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“Wait… Are You a Guy?”  Rosie got misgendered again. At karaoke. At Bunnings. Even in the bathroom. And this week, she’s finally talking about it. 

From dropping a wrench on her face (yes, really) to navigating the discomfort of being mistaken for a man, this episode dives into gender identity, expression, and what it means when strangers decide who you are—without asking. 

Roula brings personal reflections, linguistic observations, ...

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Do You Have an Alter Ego? 

This week, Rosie and Roula dive into a question they weren't quite ready for: What even is an alter ego? 

From Sasha Fierce to Ziggy Stardust, we explore the fascinating idea of creating a different version of ourselves. But is an alter ego just for performers? Or do we all have one hidden somewhere—maybe in our wardrobe, our attitude, or how we show up in different parts of our lives? 

The conversation...

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Is Being Judgmental Always Bad?  

We all do it. Whether it's silently raising an eyebrow at someone’s outfit or voicing a strong opinion about someone’s choices , judgment is a part of how we move through the world. But is that really a bad thing? 

This week, Rosie and Roula go deep on the concept of judgment. After catching themselves using the phrase “I’m being judgmental” in a recent episode, they ask the bigger question: why...

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When is a sandwich a sanga? Why are Speedos called budgie smugglers? And what in the world is whoop whoop

This week, Rosie quizzes Roula on the wild, wonderful, and often ridiculous world of Australian slang. It’s a playful episode full of misfires, laughter, and the kind of bonding that only happens when someone says "fair dinkum" and means it. 

From cultural confusion to surprise translations (no, whoop whoop is not a v...

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Stranger Among Strangers: Breathwork, Ice Baths & Awkward Silence 

This week, Rosie and Roula dive headfirst literally and figuratively into the discomfort of being the odd one out. Roula recounts her experience at a breathwork and ice bath workshop where she arrived feeling like a total outsider in a room full of Dutch strangers. Cue awkward introductions, misjudged icebreakers (yes, she asked if anyone was a mum), and a b...

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