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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.

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All Episodes

13:45

165: Not a headache it’s a migraine. A raw rant...

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2025/10/02

In Episode 165, Roula takes listeners on a raw, candid journey into her decades‑long battle with migraines. It isn’t just a headache—it’s a debilitating condition that has stolen weeks of her life. She explains how her migraine began just as her husband left for Greece, ruining the solitude she had been looking forward to. Rosie listens empathetically as Roula vents about friends and co‑workers who casually compare migraines to headaches; she bluntly tells them to “shut the f*** up” bec...

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6:48

164: Hate Your Voice: Why Rewatching Yourself Matters...

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2025/10/01

Roula and Rosie tackle a common insecurity among creators: cringing at your own voice or appearance on recordings. Roula kicks things off by noting how many people say “I don’t watch my recording—I don’t like my voice, I don’t like to see myself on video.” Rosie has no patience for that excuse; she believes people sometimes say it to avoid sounding vain, but replaying your own work makes you a better speaker and content creator. Watching herself helped her notice filler word...

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7:26

163: Can Generosity Go Too Far? Balancing Giving and...

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2025/09/30

Rosie and Roula explore the awkward side of generosity in this short, high‑energy episode. Roula admits she feels uncomfortable around friends who are so generous that she never gets a chance to reciprocate: “They’re quicker than us because they don’t want us to pay them back.” She wonders how to deal with the imbalance when someone keeps giving. Rosie reflects that many of us treat kindness as a ledger—if you buy me dinner, I must get the next one—but turning relationships into transactions ...

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6:47

162: Are You Your Mother? Ageing, Sexism and the...

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2025/09/29

Rosie and Roula tackle a saying that has followed women around the world: “If you want to know how your wife will look later, look at her mum.” Roula explains she heard this sexist expression throughout her childhood in Lebanon and even from Europeans, while no one tells men to check their future father‑in‑law. She and Rosie discuss how ageing stereotypes and gender roles create pressure on women to stay youthful, hide their birthdays and buy different creams for every body part. Rosie notes ...

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7:34

161: Why Do People Use Speakerphone in Public? It’s...

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2025/09/28

In this short episode of The Rosie & Roula Show, we tackle a modern-day annoyance: people blasting their phone conversations on speaker in public. From buses and trains to shops and streets, “speakerphone culture” is taking over but is it convenience, entitlement, or just plain rude? Rosie and Roula debate noise pollution, privacy, empathy, and why so many of us have stopped calling it out. They unpack how this small behavior reflects bigger shifts in modern manners and social aware...

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14:29

160: The New Cigarette: Are Phones Ruining Live Events?

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2025/09/25

Roula shares how the sea of glowing screens at a recent show made her stomach turn, Rosie admits she hasn’t been to a concert in almost a decade (and would probably lose her mind now), and together we explore whether banning phones from concerts, theatres, and even restaurants might actually make life better. This episode also spirals into Roula’s dream of opening a no-phone café, Rosie’s struggle with being offline at a campsite, and why we’re starting to think phones are the new cigarette—a...

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14:05

159: We Really Don't Care That You Eat Organic...

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2025/09/24

We went in on the “organic” debate—and let’s just say, it’s not as simple as apples vs apples. From Roula’s frustration at organic food being treated like a status symbol, to Rosie’s story about people refusing to eat her mum’s cooking because it wasn’t organic, we unpack the ethics, the marketing spin, and the reality of what’s actually on our plates. We also ask the uncomfortable question: if organic is really better for our health, why is it only accessible to people who can afford it? Top...

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9:22

158: Roula’s TikTok Parenting Decision - Why She Said...

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2025/09/23

This one’s a follow-up we know you’ve been waiting for. Roula finally made a call on whether her son can use TikTok—and the decision says a lot about how she’s approaching parenting this time around. She shares what she learned from giving her daughters phones too early, why she refuses to go down the “ban everything” route, and how she’s teaching her son to manage screen time with self-control instead of guilt. From setting a 15-minute weekend limit to laughing over AI cat podcasters, this i...

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16:19

157: Do Parents Ever Really Get Their Time Back?

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2025/09/22

Rosie thought teenagers sleep all day, Roula says otherwise. Cue a debate that spirals into what parenting really takes from you: time, freedom, and sometimes your sanity. In this episode, we dig into the reality of raising kids at different stages, why parents never really “get more time back,” and how important it is to keep a sense of self outside of being Mum or Dad. From teenagers who never seem to leave the house to the pressures parents pile on themselves, nothing is off limits. We als...

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12:06

156: Date Night Ideas with Unexpected Discoveries and...

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2025/09/21

This episode starts with an empty house: no kids, no interruptions, just us talking about what happens when you finally get 24 hours alone with your partner after years of chaos. For Roula, that meant champagne cocktails, a joint, and a trip down memory lane watching old music videos. What came out of it? A surprising discovery about freedom, attraction, and how differently two people can see the same thing. We also go off on a tangent about Rosie's secret crush on The Backstreet Boys and Rou...

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19:11

155: Public Toilets, Safety, and Why Roula Wants...

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2025/09/18

Roula and Rosie dive into a surprisingly heated topic: public toilets. Should we keep them gender-neutral, or do women deserve dedicated safe spaces? From hygiene concerns to cultural and religious privacy needs, they explore why this debate is about more than bathrooms—it’s about safety, dignity, and inclusion. In this episode: 🚻 Roula’s plea: “I want my women’s toilet back” 🧼 Cleanliness, privacy, and the reality of shared bathrooms 👩🏽‍🤝‍👩🏾 Gender-neutral...

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14:57

154: Direct doesn’t mean rude and How to Stand Up for...

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2025/09/17

Ever been disrespected and walked away wishing you had spoken up? 😤 In this episode, Roula shares a raw, real story of confronting her neighbor after being spoken to with arrogance — and how she finally walked her own talk about setting boundaries. With Rosie cheering her on, they unpack: ✨ The difference between directness and rudeness ✨ How to stand your ground without losing kindness ✨ Why insecurity (like language barriers) can hold us back from speaking up ✨ Practical ways to prepare

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19:07

153: Good Girl. Good Boy. Always Nice. Always Polite....

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2025/09/16

In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive deep into parenting, people pleasing, and the lifelong journey of authenticity. Inspired by a powerful clip from Dr. Gabor Maté, they unpack how childhood conditioning—like being told to “be a good girl” or “just be nice”—can strip kids of their true selves. Roula shares real stories about parenting her son and daughters, shifting from rigid rules to more authentic boundaries, and teaching kids that it’s okay to say no. Rosie reflects on how childhood pra...

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14:53

152: Parenting doesn’t always “come naturally" And...

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2025/09/15

Parenting advice often comes wrapped in comforting phrases like “Don’t worry, it will come naturally.” But what if that’s not true? In this episode, Rosie and Roula get real about the raw, unspoken realities of motherhood, fatherhood, and societal expectations. From sleepless nights and painful breastfeeding to cultural pressures and postpartum depression, Roula shares why parenting is far from “natural” for many—and why that’s okay. Whether you’re an expecting parent, a new mom or dad,...

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151: Belly Buttons, Baby Bumps & a Dad bonding with...

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2025/09/14

Can belly button raspberries actually bond you with your unborn baby? This week, Rosie & Roula dive into one of the most unusual listener emails ever: “How should I bond with my fiancée’s baby bump?” 🤰 From belly button raspberries to painting bumps, we explore the funny, weird, and surprisingly tender side of pregnancy bonding. But the conversation doesn’t stop there. We also get real about: Why belly buttons are so peculiar (and sensitive!) 👀 How partners can gently connect ...

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150: Dessert Before Dinner? Why Not!

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2025/09/11

This episode is all about breaking the rules—literally. We dive into the age-old question: is dessert only for after dinner, or can you enjoy it whenever you feel like it? From childhood eating habits to restaurant disappointments, we explore how sugar, tradition, and personal quirks shape our sweet-tooth choices. And spoiler: we’re officially giving you permission to eat dessert first. Topics covered: Why dessert after dinner isn’t a universal traditionHow childhood and cultural influences s...

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5:27

149: Lovemaking and Fucking - Listener Responses to...

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2025/09/10

This episode is all about a comment that stopped us in our tracks. One of our listeners responded to our chat about “making love vs fucking” — and honestly, she said it better than we ever could. We dive into her words, unpack why they hit so deep, and reflect on how tenderness, hunger, softness, and raw craving all blur together. It’s not about what you call it — it’s about how it feels. Topics covered: Lovemaking vs fucking: two sides of the same coinWhy “fucking” doesn’t always mean empty ...

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148: Bad Jokes, Fake Laughs & Awkward Punchlines

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2025/09/09

Some jokes are so bad you can’t help but laugh… or cringe. In this episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, we dive into the world of unfunny jokes, fake laughter, and the strange things we all do to save face. From Rosie’s childhood knock-knock joke to Roula’s outrageously gross Dracula punchline, nothing is off-limits. We talk about why people laugh at jokes that aren’t funny, the social pressure to play along, and how humour can be both cringey and bonding at the same time. Keywords: bad jokes...

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9:37

147: Why Are We Scared of Bugs and Spiders, But Not...

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2025/09/08

Why are we so scared of bugs? 🕷️ In this episode, Roula and Rosie swap their creepiest encounters with spiders, cockroaches, and all things creepy-crawly. From huntsman spiders in Australia to cockroaches in Lebanon, they explore why bugs trigger such fear and disgust—and whether it’s about survival, biology, or just how weird they look compared to us. If you’ve ever screamed at a spider on the ceiling or sprinted from a cockroach, you’ll relate. Related Episodes 119: How Rosie Met Roula: A

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146: Kindness or Control? Why Kindness Might Not Be...

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2025/09/07

Not everything that looks like kindness is kindness. In this episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, we debate whether a husband’s birthday “gift” is generous or just lazy, and celebrate a mum who set a bold boundary that turned out to be the most thoughtful move of all. We explore how kindness gets confused with people pleasing, how boundaries can actually strengthen relationships, and why gifts sometimes say more about the giver than the receiver. 💬 Share your thoughts - do you think

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