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First Things First

Join Brooke Blurton & Matty Mills, your Deadly duo, as they share personal yarns through a First Nations Lens. Listen as they connect through stories of shared, lived and first experiences.

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42:40

Another Relationship Bites The Dust...

First Things First ·

2023/07/17

Last week we were talking about rosters and Brooke's boyfriend... And this week, she's back on the market! Brooke talks about her relationship breakdown and why she's not dwelling on the negatives and rather focussing on the positives. Like knowing you gave 110% and that your now ex-partner couldn't give you what you deserved. Also what her WA trip has been like! Plus Matty asks whether social media can get in the way of a relationship, if he's self-sabotaging with his new fling and we need to

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29:22

Let's Talk S*x Rosters...

First Things First ·

2023/07/10

Trying not to catch feelings for someone? No worries, get yourself a sex roster babe! Matty's wondering if he's caught the feels a bit too early, so of course Brooke's got the best advice for him from her F Boy days... And yes, she accidentally called the wrong name out in bed once. Plus, how pets and dating can cause the 'icks'... And speaking of icks... Brooke's having some thoughts herself. Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast,

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29:24

It's NAIDOC Week and We're Tired Babe

First Things First ·

2023/07/03

Happy NAIDOC Week!! We are celebrating of course, but this year we are putting ourselves first. We chat about what the theme "For Our Elders" means to us, and the power of being on Country. Also, Matty is rubbing shoulders with the big leagues (and not getting nervous about it!), and Brooke has a big ol' rant about Pauline Hanson and she does NOT hold back! Go off queen!! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of

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27:39

We're Calling It... Beyonce's Better Than Taylor

First Things First ·

2023/06/26

If you're a Swiftie, you might not want to listen to this episode because Matty's making a pretty big call! Even though he'll probably end up at the Eras tour anyway. Plus we figure out which one of us can't keep secrets and how tight some non disclosure agreements are in the media. Especially on The Bachelorette. And both of us are in early stages of relationships/ seeing someone so how are we handling it? And what's the key to success? Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of

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39:11

Brooke Blurton is EXPOSED!

First Things First ·

2023/06/19

We dish all the gossip on our trip to LA! Where did we go? What did we do? Where were our organs almost harvested? And which celebrities bed did we end up in? Matty also exposed Brooke for something she did on the trip! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on

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34:12

Are You Being Rainbow Washed?

First Things First ·

2023/06/11

Happy Pride month! Brooke and Matty are in LA for pride and having the most amazing time! In this episode we speak about Rainbow washing... what is it and have you been a victim of it? We also talk about the gym and gym etiquette! What grinds your gears at the gym? Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on

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33:04

What Did Brooke Sneak Onto the Set of the Bachelorette

First Things First ·

2023/06/05

When you are on a reality TV show, they usually take away your social media and your phone... especially if you are the star or the winner. We speak with the winner of 'The Summit' Isaac Compton about his experience and Brooke dropped a bombshell about her time on the Bachelorette!Isaac tells us all about how he will spend his $250,000 and why is Matty learning Spanish for some reason and it turns out, he isnt very good at it... Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land

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31:09

Is The Voice The Answer?

First Things First ·

2023/05/29

When it comes to life expectancy for First Nations people, the figures are very different to other groups in Australia. Matty and Brooke take a deep dive into the statistics and open the lid on why this is the case and what we can do to help close the gap. Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow

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39:38

You Should Definitely See Colour!

First Things First ·

2023/05/22

Being back on country always fills Matty's cup and he was back on country this week - he shares some stories from his time back home. Consent is a huge deal in this day and age, but do we all get it? Brooke discusses consent and the weirdness around being on the bachelorette with the topic and with prominent and well-loved first nations journalist Stan Grant's sudden departure from our TV screens, Brooke and Matty discuss discrimination in Australia and how we can stop this from happening. Nova

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37:30

How Brooke Spent Her Bachie Money Might Surprise You

First Things First ·

2023/05/15

When Brooke finished up on the bachelorette, she obviously got a little pay day, but how she spent that money might surprise you! Matty cracks open the kink chest and talks about what he does and doesn't like in the bedroom and Brooke has a knack for talking to people at any place and at any time! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and

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39:35

Jump On! Ride 'Em Cowgirl!

First Things First ·

2023/05/08

With Mother's Day on the horizon, Brooke speaks about the relationship she has with her late Mother. Brooke also talks about an entity that is causing her a bit of strife everyday and both Brooke and Matty have been using therapy in their lives to help them get through life - They speak openly and candidly about their experiences and how it makes them feel. Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation

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45:04

Grab The Turkey Baster! We're Makin' A Baby!

First Things First ·

2023/05/01

Are Brooke and Matty about to have a baby together? We also discuss housemates and how petty some of the demands and fights can be and how would you react if you ran into your ex for the first time in months? Would it be a pleasant experience or would it be damn awkward? It happened to one of the team on the weekend! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and

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37:28

A Word You Should Never Use

First Things First ·

2023/04/24

This week, Matty overheard something at a venue that should never be said.. and he stuck up for what he believes in! We talk about Cuffing and Culling... what is it and are you someone who does it without even realising you are doing it in the different "dating seasons"? And Matty speaks about his recent experiences with sleep paralysis - We are SHOOK! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We

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38:38

I'd Rather A Cow Do a Sh*t In My Mouth!

First Things First ·

2023/04/17

Who was asked to go on Survivor but declined and who has popcorn in their rider? After the huge meltdown in the jungle this week, Brooke and Matty discuss THAT alleged contract and the riders of celebs! We also take a look at the campaign against the Voice To Parliament. Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast, the Gadigal People of the Eora Nation. We pay our respect to Elders past and present. LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on

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39:29

The Most Important Voice to Parliament

First Things First ·

2023/04/10

Matty and Brooke have been on their first holiday together - but did it all go to plan? Are they still friends? They say a holiday can make or break a friendship! Matty and Brooke also discuss their views on the Voice to Parliament after the Liberal party determined they would be voting no to the proposal in its current state. And which of the team had $30,000 stolen from their bank account from thieves and didn't even realise? Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land

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29:39

200 Likes and Not One Match!

First Things First ·

2023/04/03

Matty is back on the dating apps and Brooke has deleted them. Matty reveals some of his likes to Brooke and she critiques them.. should Matty make a match and go on a date? Brooke got a message from an old teacher of her's from high school with a poem she had wrote him back then - and while it is cute, it contains a few words that have definatley gone out of style. And when does freedom of speech cross the line into hate speech? Brooke and Matty discuss the awful treatment of the Transgender

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50:32

Right Here, Right Now! Jess Mauboy and Idol Winner...

First Things First ·

2023/03/27

The Queen herself Jessica Mauboy drops by for a chat in this episode and we had to pinch ourselves - she is so deadly! We play a round of "Deadly or Gammin" with her! And fresh from the Australian Idol finale after party, winner of Australian Idol 2023 - Proud First Nations artist and openly gay man Royston joins us live in the studio and opens up about his idol journey and the path that led him to this point in his life. Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on

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43:04

My Desexed Dog Has More Balls!

First Things First ·

2023/03/20

After the disgraceful Transgender protests that happened in Melbourne/Naarm over the weekend, Brooke and Matty discuss their thoughts on what happened.. We discuss nicknames and where Brooke got the nickname BOOF! Matty shared his thoughts about something in the media that caught his eye last week - Do we need more first nations representation in the Media? And last week we learned Matty has a crush on someone - but did he shoot his shot? Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of

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38:50

I'm A Model, You Know What I Mean?

First Things First ·

2023/03/13

Matty has been moonlighting as a Model at Melbourne Fashion Week - walking the runway at the closing show - is he about to change career? Brooke opens up about her previous Mental health struggles after receiving many DM's from women reading her book and reaching out about their own journeys. And Brooke has a new lover and Matty thinks this might be the one... but after getting flirting tips last week, Matty has a crush on someone and has no idea where to take these feelings - Should he shoot his

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48:22

You Saved My Life

First Things First ·

2023/03/06

Matty makes us all cry when he tells us the story of a man that approached him at Sydney World Pride - Get your tissues ready!We also speak with Hannah McElhinney - Author of Rainbow History Class, who has just released the Rainbow History Class book with some amazing LGBTQIA+ history and facts! One about Mona Lisa is a BANGER!And Brooke helps Matty to up his flirt game, as he needs practice! Nova Entertainment acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land on which we recorded this podcast,

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