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The Rosie and Roula Show

Roula Abou Haidar and Rosie Burrows

Unfiltered chats about personal growth gone wrong, stories about the weird things people say and do, and wild rants about the unwritten rules none of us signed up for. Plus plenty of advice that you never asked for, but we can"t help but give.We release episodes for you to listen, laugh and relate to every weekday for free.

society & culture

All Episodes

14:04

110: Are You Too Polite to Say No? How to Escape...

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2025/07/02

Send us a text 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 serves up the blunt truth: it’s okay to say “I want you ...

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15:10

109: Interpol Alert - Speeding Tickets and Wrongful...

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2025/07/01

Send us a text 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 child’s passport, this episode is funny, ...

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18:59

108: Check Your Screen Time. This is the Elephant in...

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2025/06/30

Send us a text 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 episode, they explore how tech crept into eve...

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16:54

107: Rosie is Often Misgendered and is the Word...

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2025/06/29

Send us a text “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, and a bit of French grammar. R...

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106: Can You Be More Than One Version of Yourself?...

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2025/06/26

Send us a text 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 takes unexpected turns: Roula con...

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105: Is Being Judgemental a Bad Thing?

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2025/06/25

Send us a text 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 are we so afraid of judging and ...

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104: Budgie Smugglers & True Blue Laughs: Aussie...

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2025/06/24

Send us a text 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 vagina), this episode is both a love letter to...

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103: Not Fitting In: Breathwork, Ice Baths & Being...

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2025/06/23

Send us a text 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 bit of spiritual euphoria. Together, Ro...

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11:41

102: Can The Weather Control Our Life and Change Who...

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2025/06/22

Send us a text Hot or Cold? How Weather Shapes Who We Are Can the weather change your mood, your lifestyle, your memories—even your identity? In this episode, Rosie and Roula go deep into a surprisingly emotional topic: the weather. From Lebanon to the Netherlands, Queensland to Darwin, they share how climate, seasons, and sunlight affect everything—from what we wear to how we feel about ourselves. You’ll hear laughter, nostalgia, and some passionate weather-based preference...

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14:20

101 - Just Dance, even if You Can't. You Don't Need...

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2025/06/19

Send us a text You say you can’t dance? Good. Neither can we. And we’re doing it anyway. 🕺💃 In this joyful, vulnerable, and slightly ridiculous episode, Rosie opens up about her daily TikTok shimmy challenge—despite claiming she “can’t dance.” Roula dives into why dancing has always been a love language for her, and how it connects us to joy, freedom, and even healing. We’re talking about movement as medicine. About letting go. About reclaiming the joy of being silly—without shame...

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11:26

100: 100th Episode Celebration! Listeners Time for...

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2025/06/18

Send us a text We Made It to 100 (And We’re Giving Stuff Away) It’s our 100th episode! And what better way to celebrate than by giving you free stuff? This week, Rosie and Roula take a break from their usual rants and reflections to mark a massive milestone: 100 episodes of The Rosie and Roula Show. With matching merch (and some boob-staring), they reminisce, giggle, and announce something fun: a giveaway for our listeners! Whether you've been here from Episode 1 or just jum...

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18:14

99: What Does Freedom Really Mean and What Does It...

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2025/06/17

Send us a text What Does Freedom Really Mean? What does freedom mean to you—right now, in this exact chapter of your life? In this raw and vulnerable episode, Rosie and Roula explore how freedom shows up differently for each of us—depending on who we are, how we were raised, and where life has brought us. What starts with a powerful book passage from The Zahir by Paulo Coelho becomes a heartfelt conversation about control, parenthood, identity, rebellion, and the courage it ...

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19:20

98: What If Porn was made by Women for Women

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2025/06/16

Send us a text What If Porn Was Actually... Made for Women? 💡💋 Rosie and Roula are going there. In this bold and honest conversation, they dive into what happens when porn is made *for* women — not just featuring them. From pleasure to power, this episode challenges the mainstream and embraces a new narrative around desire. In this episode, we unpack: • Why mainstream porn leaves so many women cold • The rise of ethical, female-directed porn • How porn can actually be a tool for

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18:55

97 - Let's talk about sex (No, Really) and the...

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2025/06/15

Send us a text Sex is everywhere except in our conversations. In this episode, Roula and Rosie get real about one of the most avoided yet essential topics: sex and relationships. From the silent expectations we carry to the myths we've been taught; they dive into how our lack of honest conversations about sex impacts everything from personal satisfaction to long-term intimacy. 💬 In this episode: Why couples avoid talking about sex—and how that messes things up The cult...

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96: What’s Your Favorite Food? The One That Ignites...

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2025/06/12

Send us a text "Tell Me What You Eat…" In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into something we all have strong feelings about : food. Not just eating it, but remembering it, sharing it, and passing it down. From zaatar-smeared manoushe eaten daily on the way to school, to lamb souvlaki tied to memories of love and loss, this episode is a reminder that food is never just fuel — it’s culture, history, family, identity, and joy. The conversation covers: The foods that sha...

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Why It's not Weird To Talk to Ourselves (also out...

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2025/06/11

Send us a text Why We Talk to Ourselves (and Why It’s Not Weird) Do you ever narrate your day? Mutter under your breath in the supermarket? Say things like “nope, not that way” out loud to yourself? This week, Rosie and Roula dive into something surprisingly universal: talking to ourselves. From muttering in makeup aisles to full-blown inner monologues said out loud, they unpack the psychology, humor, and human truth behind self-talk. Rosie confesses to giving herself pep ta...

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19:45

94: Video Call Etiquette

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2025/06/10

Send us a text From flaky podcast hosts to full-blown bedroom backdrops, we’re diving headfirst into the wild world of video calls. Roula’s got rules, Rosie’s got rage, and between us, we’ve seen way too many pillows in professional meetings. We cover: When being "on time" is actually lateWhat to do when someone ghosts your callThe awkward art of apologising vs. owning itWhy your bed should not be part of the team meetingAnd when it’s totally fair to just… hang up Also, Roula confesses to a ...

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93: Period Talk - How Menstruation Can Be A Time For...

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2025/06/09

Send us a text Ever felt like your body is betraying you once a month? You're not alone. In this episode, we dive deep into the often unspoken world of menstruation and its surprising role in fostering connection. In this episode, we unpack: How menstruation can be a time for connection and understanding within familiesThe importance of educating both boys and girls about menstrual cyclesPersonal stories of navigating the emotional and physical challenges of periodsStrategies for open communi...

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92: Accepting Compliments - Why Can’t We Just Say...

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2025/06/08

Send us a text You know that awkward moment when someone gives you a compliment and instead of saying “thanks,” you spiral into excuses, self-deprecation, or telling them exactly where you bought it on sale? Yep. We’re talking about that. In this episode, we unpack: – Why accepting compliments feels so damn uncomfortable What you're really doing when you deflect or downplay praiseHow giving and receiving compliments can be a two-way joy-fest (without being weird)And the surprising power of ju...

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91: Are you intimidated by people who have packed...

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2025/06/05

Send us a text “Why Do You Care What I’m Doing This Weekend?” This week, Rosie and Roula tackle one of the most casually intrusive questions in everyday conversation: "What are your weekend plans?" It sounds harmless. But is it? Rosie shares a painfully awkward grocery store exchange that led her to question the social script we've all internalized that weekends must be busy, full of activity, and worth reporting. Roula explores how expectations around productivity and plans shape...

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