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Two Cousins One Chat

Ben Kempster & Kristy Horne

🎙️ Two Cousins One Chat: Ben and Kristy 🌟G’day! We"re Ben and Kristy, the dynamic duo behind the Two Cousins One Chat Podcast—and yes, we really are cousins! Tune in as we dive into the hottest topics in Melbourne & Adelaide and everything in between. Get ready for the kind of banter that only two cousins can bring!Here’s what you can expect from us on the regular:Hilarious Stories: From embarrassing moments to laugh-out-loud tales, our lives are full of them, and we"re ready to spill the

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58. May Your Life Be Full of Colour, with Anna Blatman

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2025/10/24

Send us a textIn this episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Ben and Kristy are joined by one of Melbourne’s most loved artists, the joyful, delightful and always creative Anna Blatman 🎨From her bold florals and birds to her uplifting motto “May your life be full of colour,” Anna’s art has inspired homes, hearts, and even school classrooms across Australia. From The Block to Officeworks and even our own social feed, her work is instantly recognisable.Anna shares how she first picked up a paintbrush over

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57. I Would Never Do That Now!

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2025/09/23

Send us a textIn this episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Ben and Kristy take another trip down memory lane and straight into the category of “I would never do that now” .It’s all about the things we did as kids (or in our wild wild 20s) that we would just hands down never ever do now.🚲 Kristy confesses to late-night bike rides with a dodgy dynamo light she absolutely hated, underage nightclub appearances, and even lighting her mum’s cigarettes as a kid (yep, different times folks!).🍻 Ben admits he

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56. Research Roulette: Aussie "Big Things" & Beer

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2025/08/10

Send us a textIn this episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Ben and Kristy hit the research roulette wheel and swap topics for a deep dive, colds, sniffles, and all. Yes, we might have sounded a bit like congested detectives, but we powered through.🎡 Ben’s mission? Crack open Australia’s love affair with all the Aussie Big Things, from the Big Banana to Ben's fav the Giant Rocking Horse and figure out why over a thousand of these massive icons have weaved their way into Aussie DNA.🍺 Kristy’s

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55. Tour de France 2025 Special with Mike Tomalaris

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2025/07/05

Send us a textIt’s that time of year again, the lycra is out, the mountains are calling, and the sleep deprivation is real (if you’re in the Southern Hemisphere, anyway)!In this special Tour de France episode, cycling broadcaster Mike Tomalaris returns to chat with Ben and Kristy about all things TDF 2025. From the Grand Départ in Lille, to key stages to watch, we chat about the “old school” type course for 2025, also the riders to keep your eyes on, and who he thinks could wear yellow in Paris.We

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54. Heritage Music & Icons That Never Fade

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2025/06/02

Send us a textIn this episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Ben and Kristy turn up the volume and dive deep into the power and staying power of Heritage Music. From the rock gods of the '70s and '80s to today's genre-blending icons, they explore why some songs never fade and how some artists never leave our playlists.Whether it's The Beatles, Blondie, Bowie, Bruce, or Aussie legends like INXS and ACDC or Kylie Minogue, these artists didn’t just make music, they made moments. Ben and

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53. You Don’t Know Me Part 3: Truth or Lie

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2025/04/27

Send us a textIn this next episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Ben and Kristy return to their You Don’t Know Me series with Part 3 — Truth or Lie. After more than 50 episodes and years of being cousins, you'd think they'd know each other inside and out, but they’re still full of surprises! In this episode, they each ask three very serious questions with three possible answers — but only one is true. Who is the better liar?Cousins Ben and Kristy are putting their friendship to the ultimate

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52. Childhood Adventures & Games Growing Up

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2025/03/21

Send us a textBefore screens ruled the world, the streets were our playgrounds! 🏃‍♂️🚲In this episode, Ben and Kristy rewind to the golden days of childhood games—when a roller-skating wipeout was a badge of honour, BMX tracks were our racetracks, and street cricket was as intense as the Ashes. And let’s not forget Kickstone (or was it hide & seek?), where the stakes felt very real.From backyard escapades to nature strip showdowns, we relive the chaos of Kristy’s infamous Nicholas Grove Gang

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51. "Special Episode" Conversation with Monica...

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2025/03/02

Send us a textThe recent bushfires in Nhill, Dimboola, and the Wimmera region have had a devastating impact on the community, wildlife, and local landmarks. In this special episode of Two Cousins One Chat, we sit down with Monica Revell, CEO of Hindmarsh Shire Council, to discuss the scale of the damage, recovery efforts, and what’s being done to support those affected.We also highlight the upcoming Thank You Concert at the end of March, a special event to recognise the firefighters, volunteers, and

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50. Fifty & Fabulous - A Celebration 🎉

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2025/02/28

Send us a text🎉 50 Episodes & Going Strong! 🎉We’ve hit 50 episodes, and we’re feeling proud, excited, and a little amazed at how far our podcast has come! From our very first episode in December 2021 to now, it’s been a fun ride filled with great stories, incredible guests, and plenty of laughs.✨ In this episode, we dive into: 🎭 Adelaide's Fringe Festival & Ben’s Cranker comedy set 🎪 A weekend at the Foster AG Show (including some whip cracking, wood chopping & bagpipes)🚀 We

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49. Kicking Off 2025: Motivation and Summer Highlights!

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2025/01/23

Send us a text🎉 Welcome to our first episode of 2025! 🎉We’re back from a much-needed break, and we’ve got stories galore! 🌊 From Wilsons Promontory’s breathtaking views to kayaking and beach adventures on the South Australian coast and even some unexpected wildlife cameos. 🦘🛶In this episode: 🌟 Tips for staying motivated and making the most of your annual leave in 2025 ✈️ Planning your next getaway (trust us, it’s time!) 🎾 Sports highlights like the Tour Down Under and the ...

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48. 2024 Wrapped: Laughs, Highlights & a $6 Kris...

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2024/12/22

Send us a textKristy and Ben are clocking out of 2024 with their final episode, a no-notes, no-edits rollercoaster of festive chaos and heartfelt reflections. 🎙️ This year brought us 17 amazing episodes, 300% audience growth (stats nerd alert!), and some unforgettable guests like Tim Bone, Tansy Forrest, Mike Tomalaris, Rachel Lynch and Wendy Bywaters and don't forget Helen of Nhill.Expect a mix of everything: Kristy’s bucket o’ prawns Christmas plans, Ben’s shack adventures, and a hilarious

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47🎄Christmas Special with Tim Bone🎄

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2024/12/05

Send us a textThis year’s Christmas episode of Two Cousins One Chat is here, and it’s a cracker!Kristy and Ben are joined by Tim Bone, a Ballarat-based chef known for his love of bold, hearty flavours and his impressive run on MasterChef Australia. Tim shares his journey from growing up in Nhill and Adelaide to running his gourmet toastie business, Tim’s Toasties, and becoming one of the new hosts of Good Chef Bad Chef. We chat about everything from Christmas traditions and favourite dishes to

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46. You Know You're in Melbourne or Adelaide When…

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2024/11/29

Send us a textIn this episode of Two Cousins One Chat we celebrate Ben’s birthday with a few laughs & stories, plus we bust some of the myths about our hometowns of Melbourne and Adelaide! 🎉🎂Hosts Kristy and Ben kick off with some fun updates, including Kristy’s Myki fine drama, a sneak peek at the upcoming Christmas episode with Tim Bone, and some big news that TCOC merch is coming! 🛍️✨“You Know You’re in Melbourne or Adelaide When…”, highlights what makes their hometowns unique. From

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45 One Cousin One Brother - Melbourne Cup Day Special!

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2024/11/05

Send us a textIn this special episode of Two Cousins One Chat, Kristy is joined by her brother Brad, visiting from the USA, who takes over the mic for some sibling laughs and Aussie nostalgia. It’s our first outdoor recording, coming to you live from Mum’s house on Melbourne Cup Day!Together, Kristy and Brad dive into what it’s like to be back in Australia, from hilarious observations and classic Aussie snacks to the quirks of Melbourne’s unpredictable weather. Plus, they share fun memories,

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44. Quiz Time: Seinfeld vs. Holden Showdown & Other...

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2024/10/24

Send us a textWelcome to the latest episode of Two Cousins One Chat!In this episode, Ben and Kristy pay a lighthearted homage to Hard Quiz with their own twist! Kristy tackles five Holden questions, while Ben faces five Seinfeld-themed questions—but who will come out on top? You’ll have to listen to find out! 🏆Kristy also shares her ongoing struggle with tapping on and off the train (twice in one day & she’s not sure what’s going on!) and recounts the hilarious moment when she mistakenly

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43. No Notes, No Limits, No Edits!

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2024/09/20

Send us a textWelcome to the latest episode of Two Cousins One Chat! In this episode, we dive in with No Show notes with just a few dot points and plenty of laughs. Jumping right into the chaos, we're discussing everything from the recent wild weather in Melbourne and Adelaide and the shocking hay fever that comes with all the spring conditions!You'll also get an exciting update on the Community Spotlight mini-series, where we've been chatting with some amazing community heroes. Plus,

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42. Spotlight on Community: Tell Me More featuring...

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2024/09/02

Send us a textFood charities are seeing more people seeking help than ever before. The cost of living is having an impact on food security, and charities are seeing people coming through their doors for the first time in record numbers.This is putting additional pressure on charities to be able to meet this increasing demand, which is predicted to rise. This type of work can’t happen without the dedication of amazing charities along with their armies of incredible volunteers.Join Ben as he sp...

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41. Spotlight on Community: Tell Me More featuring...

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2024/08/22

Send us a Text Message.We are excited to bring you the next episode in our special series, "Spotlight on The Community: Tell Me More!" In Episode 41, Kristy reconnects with the delightful Helen Woodhouse-Herrick, affectionately known as "Helen from Nhill." Helen is a passionate community advocate whose work has made a lasting impact in her local area. During their conversation, Kristy and Helen discuss the importance of community involvement and what drives Helen’s unwavering commitment to he...

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40. The Olympic Wrap and Epic 21st Birthdays

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2024/08/16

Send us a Text Message.In this episode, Ben and Kristy take you on a winter journey from Melbourne to Adelaide, exploring the seasonal vibes and previewing upcoming festivals. Plus, get the inside scoop on our new mini-series, 'Spotlight on Community, Tell Me More,' featuring inspiring guests like Wendy Bywaters.Then, we kick off this milestone episode with an exciting wrap-up of the 2024 Olympics in Paris! Ben and Kristy dive into the sports they loved, their favourite events, and just

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Spotlight on The Community: Tell Me More featuring...

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2024/07/26

Send us a Text Message.We are thrilled to announce our special series, "Spotlight on The Community: Tell Me More!" Join us as we sit down with some truly inspiring community heroes. Our first guest is Wendy Bywaters, the owner of Wendy's Retreat in Nhill and the Deputy Mayor at Hindmarsh Shire Council. It's always inspiring to chat with Wendy and we talk about being a part of the community, we hear why community involvement is so important to her. What drives Wendy's

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