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We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson
WNTT
180 episodes · Explicit
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.
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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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What Happens When You Get Famous Young
AJ McLean and Cody Simpson open up about the darker side of the music industry, from exploitation and manipulation behind the scenes to the personal fallout of becoming famous too young. AJ reflects on Lou Pearlman,…
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The Divorce Lawyer Reveals Why Marriages Really Fail
James Sexton is one of the world’s most famous divorce lawyers, and in this conversation he explains what divorce, cheating, marriage and prenups really look like behind closed doors. He speaks openly about why…
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What No One Tells You About Becoming A Mother
Motherhood can feel beautiful, overwhelming and deeply isolating all at once. In this episode of We’re Talking, Cher Lloyd, Georgia Kousoulou and Mel Robbins open up about the side of motherhood no one talks about…
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Real Housewives' PK: “I Knew It Was Over” The Truth About My Marriage & The Show
Paul Kemsley, music manager and former Real Housewives of Beverly Hills cast member, opens up about what really happened behind the headlines, why protecting his children matters more than defending himself publicly,…
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The Man Behind Attachment Styles Explains Secure Love
What does secure love actually look like? Dr Amir Levine explores what it really means to build a relationship that feels safe, flexible and deeply connected. Amir goes beyond the labels of anxious, avoidant and secure…
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Dami Hope Exclusive On Break Up with Indiyah “Her Story Didn’t Add Up”
Love Island star Dami Hope gives his first sit-down interview as he speaks openly about Love Island, Indiyah Polack and the cheating allegations involving Inside UK star Marlon Garcia. He also reflects on heartbreak,…
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Can Anxious People Date Avoidants? We're Talking Attachment Styles
Dr. Amir Levine dives deeper into the dynamics of attachment styles in relationships. He explains why anxious and avoidant individuals often find themselves stuck in a never-ending cycle, and how these patterns can…
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Kathy Griffin: This Joke Made Me The Most Hated Woman in America
Kathy Griffin cancelled, controversy, losing everything overnight, and rebuilding after 7 years out of work. Kathy opens up about what really happened behind the headlines, why she regrets apologising, and how she…
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Is Your Attachment Style Sabotaging Your Relationships? Dr Amir Levine Explains How to Rewire It
Anxious, avoidant or secure? Dr Amir Levine breaks down the science of attachment styles and why the way we connect in relationships shapes our emotional world. Dr. Amir Levine is a psychiatrist, neuroscientist, and…
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Kerry Katona: I’ve Not Told Anyone This… What Really Happened During The Show
Kerry Katona returns to We Need To Talk with Paolo, opening up about finding love when she least expected it, the anxiety she was battling, and the heartbreak that ran alongside her happiest moments. She speaks…
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I Always Knew I Was Autistic - Talia Mar On Late Diagnosis At 24
Talia Mar shares her journey with autism from feeling different as a child to being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder at 24. She opens up about bullying, masking, sensory overwhelm, and the pressure of trying to…
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Chloe Sims: I Had To Be "Desperately Single" To Get Booked... How Reality TV Broke Me
The Only Way Is Essex star Chloe Sims reveals the truth about TOWIE, fame, and the relationship she says took years of her life. She opens up about growing up without her biological mum, being bullied for her looks,…
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What REALLY Happened Inside The Pussycat Dolls?
Ashley Roberts shares how a first audition changed everything, taking her from performing at the Viper Room to becoming part of one of the biggest girl groups in the world. She opens up about the early buzz around the…
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Love On The Spectrum's Abbey Reveals She Wanted A Boyfriend To Feel “Normal”
Abbey Romeo became one of the most recognisable faces on Netflix’s Love on the Spectrum, but her journey to finding love, identity and a voice was anything but simple. In this conversation, Abbey opens up about…
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"They Said She'd Never Walk, Talk or Go to University” How Ellie Goldstein Proved Everyone Wrong
To mark World Down’s Syndrome Day Ellie Goldstein shares her journey from overcoming a challenging start in life to becoming a model, dancer and global trailblazer. From the glitz of Strictly Come Dancing to gracing…
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Amy Winehouse & Me: Blake Fielder Finally Tells His Story
Amy Winehouse and Blake Fielder were at the centre of one of the most talked about relationships in modern music history. In this rare conversation, Blake speaks openly about their relationship, addiction, fame, blame,…
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"I've Reversed My BBL!" We're Talking Cosmetic Surgery
Chloe Ferry opens up about the reality behind her cosmetic surgery journey - from breast implants and a BBL to the pressure that drove her to keep changing her appearance. She reflects on body image, social media…
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Cody Simpson: I Became Famous at 13… I Had No Idea What It Would Cost
From teen pop star to elite swimmer, Cody Simpson opens up about fame, identity and what happens when success comes too early. Known for hits like Pretty Brown Eyes, Paradise and iYiYi, Cody reveals how YouTube covers…
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"I'm Not Going To Let Them Win" Jamelia & Bre Tiesi on Being Unbreakable
In honour of International Women's Day, we're joined by Bre Tiesi and Jamelia for an honest conversation about motherhood, survival and the strength it takes to rise above life's toughest challenges. From dealing with…
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Lucinda Breaks Silence on Love Island Drama (no one spoke to me for days!)
Lucinda speaks out on Love Island All Stars, the Belle and Samie fallout and the one scene that sparked over 11,000 Ofcom bullying complaints. A four-time Love Island star, Lucinda Strafford reveals she was cast just…
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Nadiya Hussain & Big Zuu on The Power of Representation
Big Zuu & Nadiya Hussain join us to discuss what it means to live as Muslims in the UK today. They share their personal experiences navigating public life, confronting stereotypes, and the power of representation in…
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Jo Frost On The Rise And Fall Of Supernanny
Jo Frost, best known for the global hit Supernanny, opens up about what really happened behind the scenes of the show - and why protecting families sometimes meant breaking down in private. As a global family expert…
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How Often Should We Have Sex? Dr. Karen Gurney Breaks the Myths!
Dr. Karen Gurney takes us on a journey to unlearn the outdated myths that shape our ideas about love, desire, and connection. From challenging the societal scripts around intimacy to redefining what it means to truly…
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"Why I Don't Speak to my Brother!" Harry Jowsey EXCLUSIVE on Grief & Fame
Harry Jowsey opens up about ØnlyFans, Too Hot To Handle, Perfect Match and why he’s ready to go from Boyfriend Material to Husband Material. The reality TV star gets honest about making millions from subscribers, how…
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The Dating App Match That Changed My Life!
This Valentine’s Day, Perrie Edwards and Nadiya Hussain share two deeply personal and very different journeys to finding their life partners, from a dating app match that felt like fate to an arranged marriage rooted…
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Everything I Wish I Knew About Sex When I Was In My 20s
Intimacy expert Susan Bratton breaks down what actually leads to better sex, deeper intimacy, and lasting connection - and why so many people are unknowingly settling for far less. Drawing on science-backed principles…
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"I Was Afraid My Family Would Never Accept Me"
In honour of LGBT History Month, We’re Talking opens an honest and unfiltered conversation about sexuality, identity and the courage it takes to live truthfully. Bimini and Josh Cavallo share their experiences of…
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Miranda Kerr: Why Orlando and I Chose Forgiveness (and how my new husband helped me)
Miranda Kerr opens up about the moments that shaped her life, from devastating early loss to navigating fame, forgiveness and co-parenting with Orlando Bloom. She reflects on imposter syndrome, life under constant…
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Who Is The Real Maura Higgins?
Traitors Star Maura Higgins opens up about her early life, growing up in a small Irish town, and her journey to fame on Love Island. For the first time, Maura reveals the untold story behind her rise to stardom, the…
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The Story Behind Reality TV's Biggest Villain: Did Spencer Pratt Regret His Actions?
What really happened to Spencer Pratt after The Hills - and why has so much of the story never been told? Known as one of reality TV’s most controversial figures, Spencer opens up about the real story behind The Hills,…
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"The Real Reason I Signed Up!" We're Talking Love Island with Shakira Khan, Maura Higgins and Megan Barton-Hanson
With Love Island All Stars on screen, we’re diving into the real story behind the iconic villa life. Shakira Khan, Maura Higgins and Megan Barton-Hanson share the untold truths of their experiences on the show, what…
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Backstreet Boys’ AJ McLean on Addiction, Sobriety And The Moment He Nearly Lost Everything
Backstreet Boys star AJ McLean opens up about fame, fatherhood, recovery and the work it takes to rebuild your life while you’re still living it. Alex reflects on the early days of building the Backstreet Boys, the…
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The Truth About The Most Outrageous Reality TV Show! We're Talking Geordie Shore!
Holly Hagan and Chloe Ferry reflect on their time on Geordie Shore, sharing the challenges of navigating body image, fame, and the pressures of growing up on camera. They dive into the mental health impact of reality…
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Louie Spence Reveals Life On Tour With The Spice Girls
Dancer and TV personality Louie Spence opens up in one of his most honest and emotionally revealing interviews to date. From growing up in a working -class household where love was present but rarely shown, to the…
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The Lessons That Stuck With Me... We’re Talking Best Advice for 2026
Paul reflects on the conversations that stayed with him most - the moments, lessons and advice that genuinely changed how he shows up in his relationships. From the Gottmans on how to pause an argument before it…
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Rose McGowan “Hollywood Was Worse Than The Cult I Escaped”
After being shut out of Hollywood, Rose McGowan explains how she was forced to step away - and slowly rebuild her life on her own terms. Rose speaks openly about her experiences in Hollywood, the cost of refusing to…
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Sadhguru’s 2026 Prediction: Why Manifestation Isn’t Working
Can 7 minutes a day really transform your life? Sadhguru challenges everything we think we know about happiness, meditation and fulfillment - and shares his perspective on why most people are suffering not because life…
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Our Favourite Moments From We Need To Talk So Far!
Paul reflects on the unforgettable moments that shaped the show so far. From candid conversations with stars like Yungblud, Gabor Maté, and Holly Hagan, to the raw honesty of Kerry Katona, this episode offers a…
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Tyler West Opens Up About The Traumatic Event Age 14 That Shaped His Life
Radio DJ and Presenter Tyler West sits down with Paul for a raw and emotional conversation about the life-defining moments that have shaped him. From witnessing a brutal attack at just 14 years old to his rise on…
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"I Didn't Think I'd Ever Be Ready to Love Again" ...We're Talking Love After Loss
In this deeply emotional episode, Paul reconnects with Heather, who first appeared on the show grappling with the overwhelming grief of losing her partner. One year later, Heather shares her powerful journey of…
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This is Why Modern Dating Is Failing | Scott Galloway
Bestselling author and modern masculinity expert Scott Galloway joins Paul for a raw conversation about dating, loneliness, and why so many young men are quietly falling behind. Scott breaks down how technology, online…
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"We Were £50,000 In Debt!" We're Talking Fashion Empires with Lorna Luxe and Adam Frisby
Building a fashion empire from the ground up isn’t easy. Today, Paul sits down with fashion entrepreneurs Lorna Luxe and Adam Frisby to share the real story behind their success. From launching multimillion-pound…
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Geordie Shore’s Holly Hagan Shares Final Hours Before Losing Sister Darci
Geordie Shore star Holly Hagan opens up about fame, body image, motherhood, and the devastating loss of her 19-year-old sister in her most honest interview ever. Holly reflects on the pressures that shaped her on…
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This Is What They Made Me Do! We're Talking Women in the Music Industry
Paul sits down with Cher Lloyd, Myleene Klass and Estelle to hear the truth about working in the music industry. This is not one to be missed! (00:00) Intro (00:41) Cher Lloyd Talks Being Sexualised in the Music…
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Joshua Cavallo: The Pressure of Being The Only Openly Gay Footballer And Why So Many Stay Silent
Professional footballer Joshua Cavallo opens up about coming out as the world’s only openly gay active male footballer - and the reality he faced once the headlines faded. From his coach’s immediate response to the…
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Why I Had To Leave The Jungle! We're Talking: I'm a Celeb
We sit down with I'm A Celeb stars Kerry Katona, Myleene Klass and Tulisa to discuss the highs and lows of their time in the jungle! (00:00) Intro (00:35) Kerry's Experience of Winning 'I'm a Celeb' (05:46)…
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Ellie Goldstein on Strictly And The Hospital Conversation That Changed Everything
Ellie Goldstein was once told she’d never walk or talk. Now she’s danced on Strictly and graced the cover of Vogue. Today, she shares how she proved them all wrong. Ellie is a model, dancer, and author. She’s worked…
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“Nick Told Me To Do the Show!” Bre Tiesi on Fame, Motherhood & Reality TV | We’re Talking
With the return of Selling Sunset, Paul sits down with Bre Tiesi for a candid conversation about fame, motherhood and the honest thoughts about reality TV. Bre opens up about being thrust into the spotlight, the…
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Sam Vanderpump Champions Life Changing Organ Donation After Liver Disease Diagnosis
Made in Chelsea star Sam Vanderpump opens up about life behind reality TV, the advice his aunt Lisa Vanderpump gave him, and the rare liver disease that now means he faces a life-saving transplant. For the first time,…
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"I Just Want My Kid To Be Happy" We’re Talking Transgender Awareness
To mark Transgender Awareness Week, Paul sits down with Married At First Sight’s Ella Morgan and her dad Chris for an honest conversation about identity, acceptance and family. From navigating misunderstanding to…
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