The Friend Request
The Friend Request is a hilarious podcast hosted by comedian Chloe Maddren, who explores the intricacies of friendship in her quest to find her very own BFF. Each episode features Chloe and her guests sharing experiences navigating childhood and adult friendships while playing sleepover games to test compatibility. The show includes established comics and entertainers as guests, offering a unique and entertaining take on the art of friendship filled with unforgettable moments of joy, awkwardness, and heartwarming revelations.
Episodes
Advice from the happiest woman alive w/ Georgina Humphries
On today’s episode, Chloe Maddren is joined by someone who HAS to be the happiest woman in the world! Straight off the back of her appearance on Deal or No Deal, it’s Georgina Humphries! Georgina and Chloe talk about the secret behind true happiness, or at least something close to it. They chat about ways to show up for friends and for yourself, they talk about the importance of kindne
A delightfully unhinged episode w/ Jordan Sharp
Hello hello Requesties!! This week I am joined by the brilliant comedian, producer and frequent guest on The OG Crew, Jordan Sharp!! We talked about the OGs ofc, we also got into some gossip for The Mugg Off fans (iykyk) and we got into the psychology behind the flakey friends (as experts). While this episode may have included some of my most problematic podcasting yet (comment if you know what pa
SOLO: Listener update!!
Hey hey hey, it's just me! I'm talkin the weirdest way to make friends AND a very fun listener update/ q&a! Back to regularly scheduled programming next week, sorry for being cwazy hehe LOVE YOUSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Punter’s Politics teaches how to have friends with different opinions w/ Konrad Benjamin
SO SORRY FOR THE BIG BREAK hehe I had a full blown nervous breakdown (and a baad cold for a full on week) and I took the actual medically required steps to recover haha lol!! ANYWAY this week on the pod I am joined by an absolute legend in the wonderful world of the internet, the face of Punter’s Politics himself, Konrad Benjamin! We talk celebrities sliding into DMs, whether or not to tell
Friends of The OG Crew w/ Tasman McClymont-Griffiths
This week, Chloe is joined by one of the very best guests of The OG Crew, Tasman!! The two talk about which TV shows can teach you how to make friends, who the hottest old guy in Hollywood is and of course all about what it’s like working with The OG Crew.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Please like ME w/ Josh Thomas
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by a legend of the Australian comedy scene, Josh Thomas! Chloe immediately tries to relate to Josh over sharing their ADHD and Autism diagnosis to which, Josh is hardly impressed but do not fear, if today’s truth or dare is anything to go off, they’ll be besties is no time… The pair chat about Josh’s discovery after the global success of h
The filthiest episode yet w/ Steph Tolev
Chloe Maddren is joined by comedian Steph Tolev, all the way from the USA, off the back of her hilarious Netflix special Filth Queen and stand out performance in Shane Gilis’ comedy series Tyres, for the filthiest episode of The Friend Request yet. This episode has outrageous fart stories and chaotic sleepover games, Steph’s dealing with hecklers on tour and handling internet trolls. T
We would’ve been boyfriend and girlfriend w/ Chris Parker
This week, host Chloe Maddren is joined by a brand new friend, Taskmaster NZ alumni, standup comedian and actor, Chris Parker! Even though they only just met, sparks are flying in that way only a gay man and his bisexual girlfriend can understand 😍 The two bond over a mutual friend, their experiences with public nudity and eventually Chris realised Chloe would’ve been the girl of his dreams
PHONE A FRIEND: Petty revenge w/ Abby Boom
Hello cutie pies!! Sorry this solo episode is a lil short hehe hope you've all had a good Easter? Is that something people do?? Days off work maybe?? This Phone A Friend is just one cheeky little Reddit story from r/pettyrevenge with the queen of petty revenge herself (I correctly assumed) Abby Boom!! Enjoy xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phone A Friend: Reading reddit stories with my sister w/ Nikita Maddren
This solo episode I am back on the phone with my lovely big sister Nikita Maddren and we're having a lil laugh over some Reddit stories once again!! We find out what happens when your friend invites you to a QANON party, how far are brides allowed to go on their big days and what the most cooked thing Chloe Maddren has ever said (apparently, pfft). Enjoy!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in
The weirdest way to make friends w/ Edan McGovern
This week Chloe Maddren is back with our girl Edan McGovern and they’re going through listener messages about the weirdest way you’ve made a friend. The pair also divulge and half decent spooky story and read through some truely diabolical reddit stories! Join our Patreon Jump into the new Friend Request reddit!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Making friends with movie stars w/ Damon Herriman
This week on The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren is joined by an Award winning Aussie actor, known best from the hit tv show, Mr Inbetween and most recently, Michael Shanks’ film Together with Alison Brie and Dave Franco. Damon and Chloe kick the episode off with a new, only somewhat infuriating word association game that is guaranteed to bond near strangers. They talk about how to make
My sister decides if am I the a**hole w/ Nikita Maddren
Hello hello it’s Sunday! I think I want to put out episodes Sundays and Wednesdays now but pls let me know if you have a preference! Amongst the solo episodes where I’m BLABBERING ALL ALONE, I thought it could be fun to sprinkle in a few ‘phone a friend’ where I either call a friend to discuss reddit stories or even potentially have a listener phone call so we can really ge
Making my friend plan my wedding w/ Cameron Duggan
This week I had another one of my best friends join me, brilliant stand up comedian and return guest, former host of the mugg off, Cameron Duggan! I pretty much spent the whole episode trying to make him plan my wedding! He begrudgingly obliged. We chatted wedding etiquette, wedding drama and whether or not it is okay to go to a wedding without a gift… and we included a reddit story and a s
SOLO: Am I The Asshole? Friendship Edition
Hellooo again Requesties!! I’m back again with a solo ep (SORRY FOR MISSING A WEEK, gunna blame the short month? Or my being useless). On today’s episode we get a lil update from a listener and I go through a couple of juicy Reddit stories. One is from Am I The Asshole? about a mum who doesn’t want her son playing with his friend because the other mum won’t evenly spl
Risky Reddit stories and TMI w/ Danielle Walker
This Friday, Chloe is joined by one of our faves, you may remember her from The OG Crew’s first werewolf video and the first season of Taskmaster Australia, it’s Danielle Walker!! These two are giving a glimpse into the minds of AuDHD and it is somewhat psycho. Talking about men and women’s junk for WAY too long followed by discussing their obsessions with ice… the frozen
SOLO: Listener stories about terrible best friends
On this solo episode of The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren reads and reacts to shocking listener stories about friendship betrayal. From a best friend love triangle that ended in blackmail, to a confusing relationship that somehow turned into catfishing, Chloe talking red flags, heartbreak, chaos AND she's telling telling a few way too personal stories in between. A must-listen for anyone who&rsquo
Would you rather BE a bad friend or HAVE a bad friend w/ Ray Badran
This week on The Friend Request Chloe Maddren is joined by one of Australia’s finest exports, comedian Ray Badran! The two talk about Ray’s brand new podcast Babak And Ray Have Nothing To Say, which is 24 episodes that he and his co-host recorded over 24-hours… straight! Chloe also asks Ray how to maintain a long-distance friendship and the pair read a pretty juicy reddit story
SOLO: Losing Your BFF To A Relationship
This week on the solo ep!!! I need help choosing a charity! It must be based in Australia but I’m looking for a cause to raise money for with an upcoming live show and I’d LOVE your help! Please put any suggestions in the comments or email thefriendrequestpodcast@gmail.com Today I’m reading a reddit story and it’s pretty damn juicy. Now that we’re doing listener submi
Is authenticity the new currency? w/ Hannah Reilly
The weeeek we are joined by comedian, play-write and actor Hannah Reilly to talk about her growing up with loving parents, and how rare that is, and how it very well may have caused a praise kink! Hannah's in town debuting her new play 'Roleplay', about being an influencer with no morals navigating the modern world where authenticity is treated as a currency. We also play a slightly psycho game of
A bad way to make friends and housemates w/ John Glover
This week, we're joined by return guest, comedian and good friend of the pod John Glover! Kicking things off with a campaign to get John on WikiFeet and finishing up with some sleepover games, this one's just a good old fashioned cutie pie party!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
SOLO: Do we expect too much from our friends? Also, I’m engaged!
We’re back!! This week we’re kicking off a brand new bit of additional content with a solo episode, welcoming y’all back to the new year, talking life updates (ENGAGEMENT hehe) and whether or not movies have romanticised the perfect friendship too much. We’ll be back again soon with another guest episode and new weekly Patreon content so get fricken excited, we got a lotta
Naughty or nice?
It’s the Christmas episode!!! This week Chloe is playing dress up and listening to requestie submissions to decide who’s naughty and who’s nice and guess what, she needs your help!! Leave a comment for the most naught or nice listener submission to help crown winners! Also here’s the tele link if you want to send us a voice message!See omnystudio.com/listener for priv
Rules for friendship w/ Aleks Milinkovic
This week on The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren is joined by return guest, comedian and dear friend, Aleks Milinkovic! Back on the pod to plug his hilarious new half hour special ‘Live In Sydney (A Cruel & Hostile Place)’ Aleks is getting into why the heck he thinks the city is so cruel, what a needy friend he used to be and how he’s grown. A little. There were some pretty big
Free feet, fake news & TikTok awards w/ Abby Boom
HELLO REQUESTIES! In this week’s episode, Chloe Maddren is joined by returning guest and fan favourite Abby Boom from The OG Crew! They break down their night at the TikTok Awards, reflect on Chloe’s latest pension for making fake news and the pair fight the misandrist rumours by bringing attention to all the men they love. Abby and Chloe get into social faux pas' and Abby ac
IT'S MY BIRTHDAY AND I'LL CRY IF I WANT TO (lol)
Sorry there's no episode this week y'all, I'll do a little best of episode for next week and I'm also so sorry about the sound quality!! Love y'all and see you soon!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The smartest dumb conversation you'll hear this week w/ Sam Bowden
Comedian Chloe Maddren welcomes Sam Bowden back to The Friend Request for an episode that proves history can actually be hilarious. Sam, promoting his show Don’t Panic, It’s Happened Before, breaks down how today’s world mirrors the past - from pandemics to printing presses - while Chloe tries (like REALLY tries) to keep up. The two talk friendship, FOMO, and why humans never see
Debunking Reddit rumours w/ Elouise Eftos
SORRY THE EPISODE IS LATE hehe love you! Comedian and host Chloe Maddren is joined by return guest and bestest girl, Elouise Eftos fresh from her Edinburgh Fringe Festival Best Newcomer Award nomination, for an episode of gossip and myth-busting. Together they dive deep into The OG Crew Reddit to debunk some wild rumours about Chloe - from ozempic whispers and plastic surgery speculation
HALLOWEEN SPECIAL: What if Betty and Wilma kissed?! w/ Edan McGovern
Comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by her Halloween soulmate, comedian and podcaster Edan McGovern, for a spooky special filled with flirty chaos, messy (and poorly planned) games, and Halloween politics. The pair, dressed as Wilma Flintstone and Betty Rubble, talk about their Halloween horror stories, what makes their feet so special and the etiquette of dealing with costume copycats. Bet
It's Halloween Man! AKA Christmas Man AKA Rodney Todd
The spooky season is finally upon us so this week, Chloe Maddren is joined by the one and only HALLOWEEN MAN! It's Rodney Todd, everyone!! Actually, we're unsure if he is the only Halloween Man but we do know you may remember him in another role as Christmas Man on The OG Crew! These two talk all things spooky, from freaky flicks and scary fits to the most frightening thing of all, the notion that
Public breakups, DMing strangers and other bad ideas w/ Nikki Justice
This week on The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren sits down with comedian Nikki Justice from The OG Crew, who opens up about her PUBLIC breakup with Andrew Hamilton, what it’s like to be autistic making friends and why being a stripper, a mum and a comedian all come with wildly different friendship challenges... From bikie marriages to psychics, parasocial (crazy) fans and setting firm bou
Friends with different political views w/ Tom Witcombe
We're back!!! SORRYYYYY!!! After a little brain and a lot of migraines, Chloe is back in the fort with friend and comedian Tom Witcombe and hot damn, what an ep! The pair talk all about the nuances of maintaining relationships with people of differing political ideologies with thoughts on gender and you bet Abbie Chatfield was brought up. Chloe also finally discusses a podcast exclusive about a po
What NOT to do when you meet a celebrity w/ Ben Lee
This week on The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren welcomes back Ben Lee for his second appearance and guess what? They're BFFs now (According to Chloe). The two cover music, fame and some very questionable life advice. Topics include: The politics of Instagram’s Close Friends list Navigating jealousy in comedy and music, from hecklers to industry rivalries Taylor Swift whether or not she's a s
Say anything AND everything w/ Ione Skye
This week on The Friend Request, comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by actor and writer Ione Skye for an honest, funny and insightful conversation. From her breakout role in the cult classic Say Anything to her candid new memoir Say Everything, Ione opens up about growing up famous, navigating life as a so-called “nepo baby,” and the romantic expectations that come with starring in iconi
Revenge of the slap w/ Andrew Hamilton
This week on The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren reunites with comedian and ex-con Andrew Hamilton for an episode packed with GOSSIP, suspense, and an unforgettable dare. They touch on the most important news of the week (Taylor and Travis - duh), Hammo admits to his frighteningly obsessive means of motivation, and you know they get into the Yeah Mad Amazon Prime debacle. Since Andrew Hamilton
Back to frenemies?! w/ Alan Fang
Chloe Maddren is back with fan favourite Alan Fang in this week's episode of The Friend Request! The two revisit their history, explore whether they’re still friends or frenemies, and share some SILLY moments - from a disastrously funny(?) ‘try not to laugh’ game to finally publicly discussing the slap. With Chloe flipping the script on Alan and plenty of teasing along the way, t
Friendly flirting & FIRST-EVER reveal w/ Angela White
This week, Chloe Maddren is joined by an icon - world famous adult film star Angela White - for her first ever bare feet reveal! She and Chloe talk about how to deal with a work crushes, Angela White's unexpected obsession and the unbelievable truth about the 'best' sex positions. The pair also discuss body counts, how the current political climate has regressed attitudes towards sex work&nbs
Celebrated 100 episodes with a threesome w/ Danielle Walker & Elouise Eftos
For the 100th episode of The Friend Request, Chloe Maddren is joined by comedians Danielle Walker and Elouise Eftos to celebrate in a truely chaotic way. There are balloons, cupcakes, and a lot of love - plus confessions about CRIMES, an improvised ad-read showdown, and a game of “Most Likely To” to test the friendship! Together the trio laugh like maniacs, reflect on whether they are
My OG Friend: My Mum! w/ Cordelia Vecchio
This week, Chloe Maddren sits down with her original best friend — her mum, Cordelia Vecchio — for a deeply honest, often hilarious chat about childhood, family, and identity. Together they get stuck into a mysterious incident at their recent family reunion, Chloe admits to a long-held childhood secret, and Cordelia tells us what it really feels like to watch your child struggle to mak
Do you want to drink my milk w/ Becky Lucas
Comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by Becky Lucas (who just opened for Nikki Glaser!) for a wild ride of an episode. They discuss breastfeeding (each other?!), why Becky now hates her cats, play ridiculous sleepover games, and accidentally get a little too earnest before ruining it all with fake tits jokes. Proudly sponsored by Holistic Passage (use code 'friend' for 10% off)See omnystudio.com/liste
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Who needs friend when you've got movies w/ Alexei Toliopoulos
Chloe Maddren is joined by comedian and movie guy Alexei Toliopoulos for a chaotic chat about film, friendship, fake empathy, and irrational fears. They talk stupid phobias, roast the worst movies they’ve ever seen, and Chloe confesses to being historically clueless. Plus, a very accidental spoiler about an exciting future guest...See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How far would you go for your followers w/ Lachy Mac
This week, Chloe Maddren is joined by sketch comedian Lachy McIntyre (aka Lachy Mac) to talk dating red flags, brand deal disasters, and how far they'd go to keep their Instagram accounts. Lachy talks up about his worst partnership (bleeped, of course), being newly single, and Chloe makes him do chaotic sketches on demand. New episodes every week — hit follow and come hang.See omnystudio.com
Inside the Dum Dum Club split w/ Tommy Dassalo
Comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by Tommy Dassalo (The Little Dum Dum Club) to talk podcast breakups, friendship fallouts, and navigating messy creative endings. They also unpack cheating trauma, accidentally starting a great relationship at the wrong time, and the reason women “don’t see balls.” Also featuring:– The Dum Dum Club split– Chloe’s personal relation
Free feet (and my dramatic confession) w/ Nina Oyama
This episode has it all: bisexual school trauma, cosmetic procedure panic, and the unexpected chaos of having a hot gyno. I’m joined by the wildly talented, hilarious Nina Oyama from Deadloch, Taskmaster, Thank God You're Here and every other Aussie TV comedy! We unpack whether or not we’re getting filler, what it was like being super queer in an all-girls school that wasn’t exac
There's no episode this week! Sorry!!
Hey y'all!! I'm so sorry I've been bad with the episodes!! I think most of you know I do all the editing and what not myself which I looove to do, but it takes some tiiiime y'all!! Anywho, with some technical difficulties/ delays and way too much on, I just cannot get it done for you this week!! I've got some verrrry fun eps coming up over the next month or so as we get closer to the hundred
Cat mum vs actual mum w/ Alex Lee
I had a real mum on the podcast… and spent most of it comparing her kids to my cat. Comedian, writer, star of The Roast, Thank God You're Here and SBS The Feed Alex Lee joins me to talk about how parenting changes your algorithm, the great sleepover debate, and why Bluey might be more for adults than kids. We also unpack fear-based parenting trends, controversial opinions, and yes&mdas
He forgot we’d met and I made it weird w/ David Correos
This week on The Friend Request, comedian David Correos joins me to talk Instagram etiquette, food hyperfixations, and why he likes wearing wet clothes. Plus: the hilarious moment he realized we’d met a year ago—and had no memory of it. Chaos (and laughter) ensues.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Trying to take down Aunty Donna (so he says…) w/ Broden Kelly
Broden Kelly (Aunty Donna) joins The Friend Request to talk comedy group dynamics, fashion mishaps, mole maps, solo projects, and why he might be trying to sabotage Aunty Donna from the inside (allegedly)... I mean, he's just doing solo stuff as well. We also dive into The OG Crew, what makes someone “hot but not funny,” and whether this is, in fact, a sexy podcast (again—his wor
The secret to a lifelong friendship + the wildest FMK you’ve heard w/ Carlo Ritchie
This week on The Friend Request, I’m joined by the hilarious Carlo Ritchie — comedian, improv performer, Thank God You’re Here cast member, and writer for the iconic kids show Play School. We dive into the story behind his 15-year comedy partnership, the power of friendship that survives improv chaos, and yes... a truly unhinged game of F**k, Marry, Kill featuring Big Ted, Jemima
Billionaires, bisexuals and being weird w/ Olga Koch
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by UK-based Russian stand up comedian Olga Koch!! Off the back of performing her show Olga Koch Comes From Money, Chloe sticks her nosey little nose into the details of what it is like growing up rich and boy oh, does Olga have some good goss. Mainly from the make-out parties at boarding school.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Have you ever been ghosted by a friend?
Hey cutie pies!! It's me on my own again this week except this time it was planned!! Join me in the fort for a little bit of tea as I get stuck into listener stories about being ghosted. I also thought it could be cute to jump on Instagram live for a little ask-me-anything... Idk if it was cute so you tell me! Love y'all!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Girls love bald guys w/ Dave Henning
Sorry the episode is late!! This week we're joined by a proper friend, brilliant Sydney comedian Dave Henning! Chloe may or may not have treated him like a tv host in the 80's talking to their first queer guest simply because he's bald... But it was funny and they're real friends who are silly like that, PROMISE! Please enjoy the episode and let us know if you're interested in joining the new chur
Chloe Maddren had a meltdown
You guys!! I am so sorry but I don't have a proper episode for you today, instead I have a little tale of how I had a bit of a break down and left Melbourne two days early. I talk about how the full cycle of being insecure and triggered with friendship stuff and how it all worked out. I think it's interesting and VERY on theme but also, so funny I say it'll just take a sec at the start... 20 mins
Two gingers walk into a fort w/ Lauren Bonner
Beloved Sydney comedian and return guest to the pod, Lauren Bonner joins Chloe in the fort and the girls really are girlin it up. From unsolicited beauty tips to gamer girl stuff, the chat is all kinds of silly, cute n fun. See Lauren live!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Best friend challenge w/ David Hoey (Granny Flat Comedy)
A classic how to become best friends, starting with favourites and ending with a man behind a couch… This week Chloe was joined by one half of the onscreen talent of Granny Flat Comedy, David Hoey and the two set out two become besties in one hour. Can they do it??? Ya, duh! These two talk about comedy soul mates, the female gaze and how to be comfortable with affection.See omnystudio.com/l
Podcast guest stormed out w/ Akila
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by the pillar of The OG Crew himself, it’s Akila baby!!! Watch two friends go from kind of close to potential besties AND BACK in just over an hour! For real, these two are talking childhood, flirting, and Akila ended up offering Chloe his own liver. What a man! Don’t let the friendship fool you but, as the title suggests… This week’
We're talking 'Bangers' (the people & the comedy special) w/ Cameron James
This week Chloe is joined by the new official most regular guest, Cameron James! The two talk about Cam’s tales of being kicked out of his own gigs, sleepovers that get a little too hot and Cam’s brand new comedy special BANGERS! Go watch Cameron James’ Bangers on YouTube nowSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Friendly flirting and an Apple Cider Vinegar debrief w/ Elouise Eftos
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by the effervescent and incandescent Elouise Eftos, proving once again that the podcast has lead to actual flipping friendship! The girls kick things off with some pretty crazy flirting (it’s mostly Chloe, let’s be honest) before getting stuck into Apple Cider Vinegar, the new Netflix show about Aussie scam artist, Belle Gibson. Okay, is this a movie r
Fitting in w/ Abby Boom
Wow wow wow what a week!! If you're not familiar with The OG Crew well... How did you find Chloe? Seriously, love you forever but just to get you in the loop, there's this super fun YouTube channel of a gorgeous group of friends playing games and being silly and today's episode is featuring the one and ONLY Abby Boom! After Chloe's glorious return to The OG's earlier this week, Abby and Chloe are
Let's go full freak w/ Alice Tovey
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by comedian, singer, songwriter, screenwriter Alice Tovey and the girls are going wild! Well, you know they say some silly stuff. These two talk all things girly from bisexuality and ADHD to weddings and world peace. Get amongst it. See Alice live!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chloe’s career ending truth or dare w/ Nash Edgerton
This week comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by the multi-talented director/ actor/ stuntman Nash Edgerton and the two immediately bond over their recent ADHD diagnoses. Nash tells Chloe all about his journey into the film industry, how to make friends all over the world and whether or not she has a chance to make it as a movie star. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Breaking The Musical, but not the friendship w/ Steph Broadbridge
We're back baby!!! Sorry it took so long but we're back with a bang and a brand new blanket fort! This week Chloe is joined once again by Sydney comedian and two time queen of virality, Steph Broadbridge, who tells us all about what it was like getting in a public fight with that super infamous Australian breakdancer... Go see her brand new, totally unrelated show, Breaking The Musical!See o
When did you stop believing in Santa w/ Jarryd Prain
It’s the end of year Christmas special where we say goodbye to the fort… for now. But also forever cause we’re getting a new one!!! This weeks gorgeous guest is Jarryd Prain who tells Chloe all about his love of Christmas, being the needy friend and the worst gift he’s ever received.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hooking up with friends w/ Dee & Pip (Triple J's The Hook Up)
This week Chloe is joined by love, seggs and dating experts Dee Salmin and Pip Rasmussen from Triple J’s The Hook Up to talk hot and heavy sleepovers and friends with benefits! This episode is not NSFW but also it’s not not NSFW you know? Listen to The Hook Up on Triple J, all streaming platforms or watch full eps on YouTube.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sneaky ways to make friends w/ Luke Heggie
The first ever friend in the fort, Luke Heggie is back and he’s chatting with host Chloe Maddren about a whole bunch of silly stuff from church, family, comedy, making or avoiding friends at the dog park and how to fix your instagram explore.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 ginger jokes or 2 gingers joke w/ Angus Gordon
Two gingers walk into a blanket fort and make some of the dumbest jokes you’ve ever heard. This week comedian and host Chloe Maddren is joined by the always hilarious Angus Gordon and the two get deeply stuck in too many silly buggers to count. They’re talking jealousy, philosophy (kinda) and the guys who made Chloe read it.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Major wardrobe malfunction w/ Anthony Locascio
This week we have a suuuuper silly and funny fun episode with the delightful Anthony Locascio and Chloe Maddren! We’re talking cats (of course), musical theatre and whether it’s better to be Greek or Italian (Anthony is both, we’re not just being crazyyyy).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are we being hysterical w/ Nikki Britton
You’ve seen her on the Melbourne Comedy Gala, and all over the telle… it’s the wonderfully hilarious and just downright delightful Nikki Britton! Talking about ADHD, childhood trauma, mass-psychogenic effects and you bet your butt the girlies get into things post election. In a funny way of course! Watch out for Nikki Britton on season two of Deadlock coming out soon on Amazon Prime! Don’t forget
The most heinous 'would you rather' w/ Nick Capper
Comedian and host of The Friend Request Chloe Maddren is joined by fellow comedian and host of The Phone Hacks, Nick Capper. These two get comfy talking about some deeper stuff but balance it the heck out with some heinous sleepover games and references to Capper’s chaotic podcast. Capper asks Chloe what her worst experience on the internet and Chloe enjoys a very wholesome moment, teaching Cappe
Halloween spectacular w/ Edan McGovern
It’s almost Halloween so Chloe invited the queen of the ween herself, Edan McGovern back into the fort to play dress ups and spooky sleepover games. Warning: The costumes you are about to see (or hear about for audio fans) are super hot and also there’s a scary story at the very end, be careful!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
I saw a UFO w/ Stokesy from Harrowing Films
Stokesy is coming out of his anonymous platform (Harrowing Films) and into the fort to talk with Chloe about how to make friends with birds, bartending and UFO sightings. Please enjoy xSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The least influencer-y influencer w/ Lachy McIntyre
We’re back baby! So glad to be back in the fort! Sorry, we know y’all liked the bath (hehe love ya freaks). This week, Chloe Maddren is joined by TikToker, podcaster, guy with a mullet and moustache, Lachy McIntyre! The two talked about Disney, influencing and how Lachy felt like a social pariah growing up because he didn’t have a jet ski…See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The best dares of all time (so far)
Guys I am sorry but there’s no episode this week! Ya girl has been unwell and she’s clearly lost it because she’s made you this compilation video from the bath. If you haven’t heard these episode before go check em out with Mark Bonanno, Andrew Hamilton, Jacob Lingard, Danielle Walker, Guy Montgomery, Bec Charlwood & Cameron James. See you next week xxSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in
I smell a friendship moment w/ Sam Bowden
Good friend, possible cousin (?) and brilliant comedian Sam Bowden is in the fort and he’s really getting into a lot. From whacking off at slumber parties to being proper friends with his shrink, the boy is a layered king. Enjoy this chat and help us figure out when it’s okay to gossip and what the worst minor annoyance (pet peeve if you will) is. Listen to Whoa Free Lunch and/ or buy their merch
Talking about the new Yeah Mad cast w/ Aleks Milinkovic
This week Chloe Maddren is joined by comedian and dear friend Aleks Milinkovic. You may have seen him doing alpha bro clips with Andrew Hamilton!! These two start with God and end up talking about Yeah Mad TV drama… again. Aleks also says he likes to dish a little friendly ribbing and Chloe finds out why boys can be mean to each other.Sign up to PatreonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info
Weirdest sexual awakening w/ Bec Melrose
Comedian, Aussie TV regular and gorgeous girlie Bec Melrose joins Chloe in the fort this week for a bubbling insight to their budding friendship. The girls talk about making friends as an exchange student, how differing financial status’ can impact a friendship and a whole lot of stuff that they happen to have in common.Watch Chloe's specialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The podcast is working w/ Danielle Walker
On this week’s episode Chloe is joined by return guest and proof that the pod is working, Danielle Walker! The two talk about how their friendship has formed since the last time Danielle was in the fort. With a new little puppy and some big life changes, Danielle tries to convince Chloe to make some changes of her own.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Outsourcing bullying to Chat GPT w/ Freddie McManus
This week friend of the pod and foe of the Chlo (lol?) Freddie McManus is back in the fort! Chloe takes about how much their friendship has grown and Freddie does very little to agree with her. The two talk gossip, politics (yikes) and Chloe makes Freddie do a dramatic read of a script written by Chat GPT that may or may not be a form of bullying. See Freddie in BrisbaneSee omnystudio.com/listener
Emotional 69-ing w/ Jake Howie
This week comedian Chloe Maddren is joined by fellow comedian and new bestie (?) Jake Howie and by god did they nail the brief.These two talked femininity, vanity, sexuality and how to be a girl’s girl. It couldn’t feel more like slumber party vibes.Follow Jake on TiktokWatch Chloe's Special Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa
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