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We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

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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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  1. Anna Saccone on The SACCONEJOLYs, Motherhood And Raising Her Trans Daughter in the Public Eye

    · 1 h 54 min

    In her first ever solo interview, YouTube creator and mum of four Anna Saccone opens up about the truth behind The SACCONEJOLYs, the hidden pain behind her picture-perfect life, and the moments that almost broke her.…

  2. "Bullying Made School A Living Hell" Megan Barton-Hanson, Nadiya Hussain & Calum Scott Open Up

    · 24 min

    In honour of Anti-Bullying Week, we sit down with Nadiya Hussain, Megan Barton-Hanson, and Calum Scott to discuss their personal experiences with bullying and the profound impact it’s had on their lives. From childhood…

  3. The Shame That Silenced Me For 30 Years: Strictly’s Ore Oduba “I’m Sharing This To Save My Children”

    · 2 h 04 min

    Strictly Come Dancing winner Ore Oduba opens up about addiction for the first time - and the secret he’s carried for over 30 years.Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicide and addiction. In this…

  4. Teacher Shamed Me For Wearing Nail Varnish! YUNGBLUD from Doncaster to Record Deal

    · 21 min

    YUNGBLUD’s journey from growing up in Doncaster to securing a major record deal with Interscope Records is a story of defying expectations and embracing individuality. In this conversation, the boundary-pushing artist…

  5. Former CIA Spy Reveals How To Read Anyone

    · 2 h 04 min

    How do CIA spies detect lies, build trust fast, and navigate high-stakes relationships? Former covert officer Andrew Bustamante reveals how the tools he used in espionage can transform your personal life - from how you…

  6. "I Was Minimising My Blackness" | We're Talking Black History Month

    · 29 min

    In honour of Black History Month, we sit down with Jordan Stevens, Jamelia, and Estelle who share their personal stories of navigating life as Black and mixed-race individuals in Britain. From embracing their cultural…

  7. Georgia Kousoulou Reveals Reality Of Life On TOWIE “There Were Showmances All Around Me”

    · 1 h 55 min

    TOWIE star breaks silence after a decade on The Only Way Is Essex, the pressure of fame, and how postnatal depression pushed her to the edge. Content warning: This episode includes discussion of baby loss. Georgia…

  8. The Truth About ADHD In Adults with Mel Robbins, Katie Price and Caity Baser - We're Talking ADHD

    · 25 min

    Katie Price, Mel Robbins, and Caity Baser share their journeys with ADHD and the challenges they’ve faced in navigating relationships, careers, and self-understanding. ADHD is more common than we realise, yet it often…

  9. “Anxiety Made Me Feel Like I Was Dying” The Creator of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse

    · 1 h 58 min

    Oscar-winning author and artist Charlie Mackesy opens up like never before - about anxiety, grief, loneliness, and the quiet power of kindness. Content warning: This episode includes discussion of suicidal ideation.…

  10. Breaking the Silence on Baby Loss with Perrie Edwards, Myleene Klass & Katherine Ryan | We're Talking Baby Loss Awareness

    · 31 min

    In honour of Baby Loss Awareness Week, Paul sits down with Perrie Edwards, Myleene Klass, and Katherine Ryan, who share their personal stories of grief and resilience. Miscarriage and baby loss are more common than we…

  11. Lou Teasdale Reveals The Reality Of Being On Tour With One Direction!

    · 1 h 33 min

    Beauty powerhouse Lou Teasdale opens up about life on the road with One Direction, her close friendship with Caroline Flack, and her mission to change the conversation around mental health. Content warning: This…

  12. "Women In Unhappy Marriages Are 4x More Likely To Die" We're Talking Trauma with Gabor Maté

    · 27 min

    Dr. Gabor Maté explores what trauma really is, how it shapes who we become, and why so many people are living disconnected from their authentic selves. From attachment styles to emotional wounds, Paul and Gabor break…

  13. Shirley Ballas on "Disastrous Relationships" And The Dark Side Of Strictly!

    · 1 h 45 min

    Strictly Come Dancing’s head judge Shirley Ballas joins us for an exclusive conversation about her extraordinary life on and off the dance floor. She also reflects on the loss of her brother David, and why she now…

  14. How Minecraft Can Make You Millions: We're Talking Streaming

    · 30 min

    Three of the UK’s biggest online creators - TommyInnit, DanTDM, and Talia Mar join Paul to explore what it really takes to build a streaming career. They share how they grew their platforms, stayed creative under…

  15. Shakira Khan EXCLUSIVE: The Truth About Love Island & Growing Up Mixed Race

    · 1 h 48 min

    Love Island star Shakira Khan breaks her silence in her first ever podcast interview. In this exclusive conversation, Shakira opens up about growing up mixed-race in Burnley, the beauty standards that shattered her…

  16. “I Was Crying In The Shower!” | We're Talking Strictly Come Dancing

    · 32 min

    Three Strictly legends pull back the glittery curtain on the UK’s biggest dance show. Oti Mabuse opens up about breaking down in the shower during the show’s most intense moments, and the pressure she felt to…

  17. Love Is Blind EXCLUSIVE: Kieran & Meg Reveal Truth About Their Secret Relationship

    · 1 h 45 min

    They fell in love in 7 days, got engaged without ever seeing each other, and married on national TV. In this Love Is Blind UK exclusive, Kieran and Meg reveal the full story: what the cameras showed, what they didn’t,…

  18. The Conversations That Saved Our Lives | We’re Talking Suicide Prevention

    · 31 min

    TW: This episode discusses suicide and mental health in detail. In this week's episode for World Suicide Prevention Day, we’ve brought together some of the most powerful moments from past conversations on We Need To…

  19. Kerry Katona Part 2: I Went From £400K a Year to Bankrupt! Why I Had To Turn to ØnlyFans

    · 1 h 50 min

    Kerry Katona opens up about some of the most shocking and transformative moments of her life in the spotlight. From turbulent relationships and public scandals to finding love again, Kerry shares the truth behind the…

  20. Bre Tiessi & Katherine Ryan on Motherhood: "It's OK Not to Be OK!" | We're Talking Boss Mums

    · 29 min

    Paul sits down with two incredible women, Katherine Ryan and Bre Tiessi, for an honest and vulnerable conversation about motherhood, identity, and navigating personal transformations. They dive into the realities of…

  21. Kerry Katona: I Didn’t Know Brian Cheated Before Our Wedding! THIS Is The Truth About Heidi & Liz’s Atomic Kitten Fights

    · 1 h 57 min

    Kerry Katona opens up like never before revealing the truth behind her rise to fame with Atomic Kitten, the challenges of her turbulent childhood, and the personal struggles that shaped her journey. From knowing she…

  22. I Was Painted As The Villain! | We're Talking TV Talent Shows

    · 32 min

    We’re Talking TV TALENT SHOWS: Two of the most iconic contestants - Cher Lloyd and Calum Scott - open up about their unforgettable auditions and what really happened after the cameras stopped rolling. ◽️ Cher takes us…

  23. Why I Walked Away From My £100M Fashion Brand!

    · 1 h 43 min

    Adam Frisby, founder of In The Style, speaks out for the first time about the rise and fall of his £100M fashion empire. From launching with just £1,000 and packing orders in his bedroom, to working with celebrity…

  24. Talia Mar, YUNGBLUD, & Jordan Stephens on Love & Dating | We’re Talking: Love Stories

    · 32 min

    Talia Mar reveals how she met Simon Minter (Miniminter), the bold social media move that caught his attention, and the truth about their first date. She shares what made Simon so attractive and why their relationship…

  25. Little Mix's Perrie Edwards: I’ve Never Spoken About THIS Before! And Why I Hated My Public Breakup

    · 1 h 48 min

    Little Mix star Perrie Edwards opens up about her journey from a shy girl in South Shields to global superstardom, and for the first time, the private battles she fought along the way. From life-threatening childhood…

  26. Tulisa: “I Sleep with a Knife!” | We’re Talking: Shocking Stories

    · 24 min

    Tulisa reveals the details of the most shocking chapter of her life, one that forced her to sleep with a knife for protection. She opens up about the infamous sting operation that targeted her, the shocking details of…

  27. TommyInnit: How Getting Banned From Minecraft Changed My Life! I Was 16 Years Old With £1 Million

    · 1 h 43 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, YouTube phenomenon TommyInnit (Tommy Simons) opens up about the truth behind going from playing Minecraft streams in his bedroom to global fame, the lessons and warnings from Mr…

  28. The SHOCKING Truth About What Young Men Are REALLY Learning From the Internet! | Were Talking: Masculinity

    · 21 min

    Paul sits down with three powerful voices - YUNGBLUD, Jordan Stephens and Big Zuu - for raw, emotional and deeply personal conversations that challenge outdated ideas of what it means to be a man. In this week's…

  29. Pop Star Caity Baser Breaks Silence on Assault: “I Was Just A Child"

    · 1 h 33 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, viral pop star Caity Baser shares the unfiltered story behind her rise - from being booed off stage to performing in front of thousands, from childhood trauma to finding her voice…

  30. I Went On Love Island For REVENGE! | We’re Talking LOVE ISLAND

    · 28 min

    We’re Talking LOVE ISLAND: Three of the most unforgettable stars - Maura Higgins, Faye Winter and Megan Barton-Hanson reveal what REALLY happened on and off screen ◽️ Maura tells us why she went on the show and what…

  31. Myleene Klass EXCLUSIVE: I Caught My Ex Husband Cheating At My Birthday Party! He Said I Emasculated Him

    · 1 h 50 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, broadcaster, musician, and campaigner Myleene Klass shares the deeply personal story behind the headlines. From discovering her ex partner’s infidelity on her birthday to surviving…

  32. We're Talking CHEATING: Is Once A Cheat ALWAYS A Cheat? "I Had Death Threats After Cheating"

    · 23 min

    Paul responds to the viral Coldplay concert kiss cam moment and dives into one of the most controversial topics in relationships. In this week's episode, We’re Talking: Cheating. We hear the unforgettable moments from…

  33. EXCLUSIVE Ashley Roberts On The Pussycat Dolls "The Schedule Was Insane"

    · 1 h 38 min

    Ashley Roberts shares the real story behind The Pussycat Dolls, revealing the emotional and physical toll of being in one of the world’s biggest girl groups. She opens up about the intense pressure of the music…

  34. EXCLUSIVE Nadiya Hussain Breaks Silence on BBC Exit! The Truth About My Decade On TV

    · 1 h 53 min

    Nadiya Hussain breaks her silence after being axed by the BBC, and how being the “relatable Muslim” on TV came at the cost of her voice, her identity, and her mental health. In this exclusive conversation, the Great…

  35. Mel Robbins "The Let Them Theory Changed My Marriage!" Watch This Before Breaking Up!

    · 1 h 55 min

    This is an interview like no other. Mel Robbins opens up about overcoming crippling anxiety, undiagnosed ADHD, and childhood trauma with the life-changing 5 Second Rule. At 41, she was $800,000 in debt, unemployed, and…

  36. I Said You'll Go To Prison For This! Georgia Harrison On Ex Stephen Bear, Justice & Receiving MBE

    · 1 h 55 min

    Georgia Harrison MBE joins Paul for a conversation about survival, justice, and rising above public betrayal. From her early days on TOWIE and Love Island to becoming a victim of revenge p*rn and receiving an MBE for…

  37. He Hit Me Then Took My Car! Safiyya Vorajee Opens Up About Toxic Ex, Losing Azaylia & Truth About Relationship With Ashley Cain

    · 1 h 49 min

    In this deeply moving conversation, we hear the unimaginable grief of losing a child and how it reshapes every part of your life. In this episode of We Need To Talk, Safiyya Vorajee sits down with Paul for a powerful…

  38. The No.1 Communication Expert: Never Argue With a Narcissist! The One Word All Liars Use. This Mistake Leads to Divorce!

    · 1 h 57 min

    Jefferson Fisher sits down with Paul to unpack the communication habits that can quietly make or break relationships, from texts we should never send to arguments we should never try to win. As a trial lawyer turned…

  39. I'm Not Always The Best Muslim: Why My Marriage Failed & What Really Went Down at the BAFTAs! Big Zuu EXCLUSIVE!

    · 1 h 47 min

    In this unfiltered episode of We Need To Talk, rapper and BAFTA-winning TV chef Big Zuu opens up like never before. Zuu reflects on his childhood, sharing the sacrifices his mother made to give him a better life. For…

  40. “I Don’t Define My Sexuality!” Lorna Luxe EXCLUSIVELY Shares The Truth About Her Marriage

    · 1 h 45 min

    Fashion influencer and entrepreneur Lorna Luxe sits down with Paul for her most revealing interview yet. In this episode of We Need To Talk, Lorna opens up about the battles that shaped her - from growing up in…

  41. EXCLUSIVE: Karen Hauer Breaks Silence On Marriage “I Was Bankrolling Everything...I Wish Someone Had Forced Me Out!"

    · 1 h 36 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, Strictly Come Dancing’s Karen Hauer sits down with Paul for a conversation that goes far beyond the ballroom. Karen reflects on the defining moments that have shaped her life. From…

  42. “I’ve Never Spoken About This!” YUNGBLUD Breaks Silence On Bankruptcy, Dating & Toxic Masculinity

    · 1 h 53 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, YUNGBLUD sits down for his most honest interview yet - revealing how he went from rock bottom to global success. Best known for anthems like I Think I’m OKAY and Parents, YUNGBLUD…

  43. EXCLUSIVE Katie Price Speaks Out On Cheating Rumours, Peter Andre And JJ Slater “I Didn’t Want To Break Up With Him!”

    · 1 h 54 min

    In the most raw and revealing conversation of her career, Katie Price joins Paul to share the truth behind the headlines. Katie opens up about the defining moments that have shaped her - from childhood trauma and…

  44. EXCLUSIVE: Netflix's 'Cheat' Reunion: Unfinished Business! Can You EVER Trust a Cheat?

    · 1 h 54 min

    The cast of Netflix’s Cheat: Unfinished Business are back together for the first time - and they’re not holding back! The Netflix series brought together eight ex-couples torn apart by infidelity, to give them one…

  45. “It’s An Epidemic!” Drag Race Star Bimini on The Dark Side of Drag, Addiction And Queer Shame

    · 1 h 51 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, Drag Race UK star Bimini shares the defining moments that shaped them - from losing their best friend in a tragic car accident to surviving the dark side of fame. Bimini opens up…

  46. “The Next Morning I Was Full Of Anxiety” Calum Scott Reveals What REALLY Happened on Britain’s Got Talent & Battle With Body Dysmorphia “I Told Myself ‘You’re Disgusting’”

    · 1 h 59 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, Calum Scott opens up like never before. A decade on from his iconic Britain’s Got Talent audition, Calum reflects on the moment that changed everything. He reveals what was really…

  47. JoJo Siwa 2 Hours Before Celebrity Big Brother EXCLUSIVE: I Wasn’t Emotionally Abused On Dance Moms - "I’m Not Going To Say Who It Was!”

    · 1 h 39 min

    Just 2 hours before entering the Celebrity Big Brother house, JoJo Siwa sat down for one of her most raw and revealing conversations yet. Who is JoJo Siwa? In this powerful episode of We Need To Talk, the…

  48. Estelle EXCLUSIVE The Truth Behind AMERICAN BOY “I Prayed For The Strength To Speak To Kanye!”

    · 1 h 55 min

    In this episode of We Need To Talk, Grammy Award-winning artist Estelle joins Paul for an unfiltered conversation about music, identity, and the power of self-belief. From growing up in West London to becoming the…

  49. Talia Mar’s Relationship With Sidemen’s Miniminter “We Didn’t Sleep Until 8AM On First Date!”

    · 1 h 50 min

    This episode of We Need To Talk sees YouTuber and singer Talia Mar share the defining moments that have shaped her life. She opens up about her whirlwind romance with Simon (AKA Sidemen's Miniminter) - from their…

  50. MAFS Star Ella Morgan "You Say I'm Crazy, You're With Katie Price Now!" Most Trans People Attempt To Take Their Lives

    · 1 h 52 min

    Married at First Sight star Ella Morgan sits down alongside her dad Chris for an emotional conversation about identity, acceptance and resilience. Ella opens up about knowing she was different as a child, the…

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