First Things First

This week I got to sit down with one of Australia’s most exciting artists and cultural voices, Baker Boy! Baker Boy opens up about his journey from growing up in remote Arnhem Land to taking centre stage as a multi-ARIA Award-winning musician. We also talk about his upcoming album, discussing the sounds, collaborations, and personal reflections that drive his new music. 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 Instagram  Follow @dabakerboy on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Baker BoyExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I sit down with powerhouse poet, comedienne, and writer Anisa Nandaula. From the slam poetry stage to national recognition, Anisa has become one of Australia’s most exciting young voices, and now, she’s stepping into the spotlight as a team captain on Channel 10’s Talkin’ ’Bout Your Gen  which premieres tonight! (Tuesday, 16 September) at 7:30pm On 10. We dive into her inspiring journey and what it feels like to bring her unique perspective to prime-time television.   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 Instagram  Follow @anisa_nandaula on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Anisa NandaulaExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I’m joined by the incredible Miranda Tapsell. We chat all about her brand-new series 'Top End Bub' which premieres this Friday, the 12th of September, on Prime; how her career first kicked off, and of course the film that put her on the map, Top End Wedding. 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 Instagram  Follow @misstap on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Miranda TapsellExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

So excited for this. I got to chat with supermodel and proud Dunghutti woman Samantha Harris about her new memoir, Role Model. Samantha opens up about her journey from pageants to the world stage, the sacrifices her Mum made, and what it means to take up space in the fashion industry as an Indigenous woman. 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 Instagram  Follow @sam_harris on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Samantha HarrisExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo BardonSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, I sit down with none other than The Girthmasterr  adult entertainer, OnlyFans star, and unexpected icon of internet fame. In this jaw-dropping conversation, Girthmaster opens up about:  When and how he first realised he was "gifted"  The reality of what it's really like working in the adult entertainment industry. And the surprising ways his life has changed since becoming an adult entertainment superstar.  Nothing is off-limits in this honest, hilarious, and surprisingly vulnerable chat. I absolutely loved this yarn and I hope you do too.   LINKS Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @girthmasterr on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aussie entertainment royalty joins us in studio today, the daughter of Christine Anu and Roger Corser, Zipporah Corser-Anu!!!  Zippy drops by to chat about her upcoming event at the Opera House singing with her Mum, how she's gunning for Christine to get an Order of Australia medal and why she needed big help to get through her AFL Grand Final performance in 2024.  Plus she shares how lucky she feels to have grown up immersed in her Torres Strait culture and why she had to learn some BIG lessons early on in her life.  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 Tickets to see Christine Anu and Zipporah LIVE at the Sydney Opera House this Thursday are here: https://www.sydneyoperahouse.com/generations-and-dynasties/christine-anu-and-zipporah-corser  Follow @itsmattymills on Instagram Follow @brooke.blurton on Instagram  Follow @zipporraahh on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Zipporah Corser-AnuExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

3 different scenarios for you today to help us figure out who is the asshole?!  First up, Brooke.... Taking a seat at an event which someone was "apparently" saving for someone else, but there was no jackets or bags on the seats, and NO seating allocation?  Secondly, a case of forbidden fruit when it comes to a friend falling for another!  Lastly, someone is NOT happy with a coffee date during the day - wants to be wined a dined a little further...  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The affair caught out at the Coldplpay concert over the weekend has set the internet on fire in the absolute best way possible!  Of course we saw it and HAD to talk about it! But it also got us going on a tangent about cheating partners... What counts as cheating? What would we be okay with?  Hypothetically we chat about everything! open relationships, monogamy... The LOT! thanks for the great giggle Coldplay couple!  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unless you've been living under a rock, we're sure you've seen something about Jojo Siwa's Bette Davis Eyes cover, OR her rumours about being pregnant... It's all a bit wild and so are we on today's ep when we unpack Jojo's latest project!  Plus of course the fallout of her lesbian relationship breakup.  And of course it wouldn't be our podcast without a little update on US as well!   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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty's back from his bougie Europe adventure with STORIES TO TELL! Including how much he spent on VIP tickets to see Beyoncé's tour in London and how long he had to wait after he arrived on the day to see her! Was it worth it?  Plus, Matty also happened to meet two of Beyoncé's team while overseas AND the low of the holiday which including him hobbling around for 5 weeks!  Happy NAIDOC you mob!  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NAIDOC week is a time for celebration and championing First Nations culture we've got a hit list for you with great events to attend and how to support the mob, even if you're not Indigenous.  Plus, how has NAIDOC celebrations evolved over the years and what do Brooke and Matty remember from their primary school days! (Including which one of them came 1st in Aboriginal Studies!)  And we've even snuck in some gossip from behind the scenes of the film Australia.  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty's enjoying some well deserved time off in Europe with his man, so today B wanted to have a little heart to heart moment and answer some big questions that you might have about her and her life!  What did she do before the Bachelor? When did she first know she liked girls? Who was her first love? Is she friends with any paparazzi? Does she see herself as an influencer? And how is her relationship with Mia going?  Enjoy! x  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You've probably seen the Booktok Boy drama not only on TikTok, but now in your newsfeed as well. an ex-NRL player AND ex-Bachelor has scored a book deal from going viral on TikTok talking about spicy books... Is that all it takes?  Today we're joined by Bigambul and Wakka Wakka woman, author and Dr Melanie Saward who wants the publishing world to give authors of colour the same opportunities!  Plus, she also happens to be Brooke's co-author on her new book, so of course we chat about that as well as why First Nations stories don't all have to be sad.  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 Instagram  Follow @litlleredwrites on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Melanie SawardExecutive Producer: Rachael HartEditor: Adrian WaltonManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke & Matty are both taking their relationships to the next level, with talks of moving in together for B + Mim, and a new member of the family being added for Matty & Danny! But could there be even more developments on the way... Plus, Matty talks about having to leave pets behind from previous relationships and B gives us a masterpiece in dog crate training.  And one of us has "failed" the 75 Hard Challenge... Today is just a good ol' fashion life update 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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Actor and creator of the stage show 'Big Girls Don't Cry', Dalara Williams drops by to chat all things debutant balls today!  Still big in Aboriginal communities today, Dalara's play 'Big Girls Don't Cry' talks about the rise of them in the 1960s and how a collection of women just wanted to fit in to a society that didn't want them!  We talk all things blak joy, the power of blak sisterhood and why these stories of blak joy + romance should be told far and wide!  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 Instagram  Follow @dalarawilliams on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Dalara WilliamsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After the federal election recently, it's time for us to get political!  We've invited Joe Hildebrand, who's constantly in the political world, to give us a bit of an explainer on Aussie politics and unpack this years federal election.  Like why did Peter Dutton lose so bad? What happened with the Voice to Parliament? How does preferential voting actually work? And what the heck is our constitution?  Honestly... we should learn more about this in school!  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 Instagram  Follow @joe_hildebrand on Instagram Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Joe HildebrandExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With it being Mother's Day on the weekend, you might know that Brooke & Matty mother's aren't in their lives anymore and they had a different relationship even when they were.  However, there is one special lady that helped mould who Matty Mills is by teaching him, giving him a safe space and consistency. Her name is Pip.  Today Matty dedicates this episode to Pip, and opens up about his family life when he was younger and his Mum's struggles with abuse and addiction. But more importantly, how Pip came into his life as a teacher, but remains today as one of Matty's most influential people.  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsGuest: Pip PowellExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brooke's got a little side piece already and her name is Chat GPT!  Today is all about AI! How do you use it? What do you use it for? And how far is too far with letting it control your life?  Plus we let Brooke's Chat GPT take over a little part of the episode today to see just how creative she can be!  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And that's exactly what todays episode is all about... The HUGE breakup drama after Jojo Siwa was very flirty with another contestant on Celeb Big Brother UK.  Turns out Matty's had a similar conversion with his boyfriend when we was preparing to go on Colombia's Survivor.  Plus, our theories about the reasons behind Kath + Jojo's breakup and also whether we think an NDA was involved?!?!? 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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Matty's in the thick of the 75 hard challenge at the moment, leading into his 30th birthday and it got us thinking... What does it take in ourselves to help change and evolve?  Plus we touch on our company's Reconciliation Action Plan and why other businesses should be getting involved.  And we figure out who is most Type A and B in Brooke + Matty's relationship.  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 Instagram  Follow @novapodcastsofficial on Instagram   CREDITSHosts: Brooke Blurton and Matty MillsExecutive Producer: Rachael HartManaging Producer: Ricardo Bardon Listen to more great podcasts at novapodcasts.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.