The Rosie and Roula Show

A packed train. Nowhere to look. A couple passionately eating each other’s faces right in front of you.

In this episode, Rosie and Roula dive into public displays of affection (PDA) and ask the uncomfortable question: when does romantic become inconsiderate? From kissing on crowded trains to handsy butt grabs, to cultural differences between Paris, Amsterdam and Australia, they unpack where the line is and who gets to decide it.

Is P...

Why Do We Stay Too Long?

Why do we stay in relationships that are clearly over?
Why do we hold on to friendships that drain us?
Why do we remain in jobs that no longer fulfill us?

In this episode of The Rosie & Roula Show, we dive deep into the psychology behind staying too long — even when we know something isn’t working anymore.

We explore:

• The psychology of staying too long
• The role of hope in keeping us stuck
• Fear of ...

Can You Trust Online Reviews?

In this episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, we dive into the messy truth about Google reviews, online ratings, and whether you can actually trust them.

From a gluten-free fish and chip disaster to a high-end vintage shop with a 1.7 rating — we explore:

Why online reviews are often emotional

How personality clashes affect ratings

When negative reviews are valid (and when they’re not)

The psychology behind cu...

Have you ever seen a dog and instantly thought, yep, that makes sense for that owner? Or noticed couples who’ve been together for years starting to look eerily similar? In this episode, Rosie and Roula unpack the idea that animals, partners and even friendships can start to mirror each other over time. They talk pet personalities, matching outfits, shared energy, attraction, environment versus genetics, and whether similarity is co...

Jealousy gets a bad reputation, but what if it isn’t always toxic or controlling? In this episode, Rosie and Roula unpack a real-life situation that sparked jealousy, control, vulnerability, and a deeper conversation about love languages, boundaries, and emotional safety in relationships. They talk honestly about owning jealousy without shame, the difference between control and communication, and how unmet needs can quietly turn in...

We all have moments where we realise people don’t see us the way we actually are. In this episode, Rosie and Roula talk about feeling misunderstood, from confidence that’s mistaken for having it all together, to assumptions based on appearance, personality, or past versions of who we used to be. They unpack how even the people closest to us can get it wrong, why being misunderstood can feel so unsettling, and how our inner world ra...

We spend so much time talking about what annoys us, triggers us, or drains our energy. But what about the opposite? In this episode, Rosie and Roula flip the script and talk about what actually lights them up, from dancing in packed bars and laughing until it hurts, to building things with purpose, saving money, music that transports you back in time, and those quiet moments that make you feel grounded and alive. It’s reflective, f...

What if self-awareness isn’t helping you — but quietly keeping you stuck?

This episode starts as a joke and turns into a very uncomfortable truth. When does self-awareness stop helping and start holding us back?

In this episode of The Rosie & Roula Show, Rosie and Roula experiment with flipping their usual communication styles — and uncover how self-awareness can quietly turn into overthinking, self-criticism, and emotional paral...

How do you calm your nervous system after a heated interaction, emotional trigger, or overwhelming moment?

In this episode of The Rosie & Roula Show, Roula opens up about what happens after emotional spikes — the sweating, racing thoughts, migraines, and the urge to run away from the feeling. Together, Rosie and Roula explore real, human ways to regulate the nervous system after conflict, stress, or emotional overload.

They talk ...

Should schools be allowed to dictate how students wear their hair?

In this episode of The Rosie & Roula Show, Rosie and Roula unpack a controversial school policy that restricts students’ haircuts — banning styles like mullets, undercuts, and shaved designs. What starts as a viral Facebook post quickly becomes a much deeper conversation about self-expression, control, discipline, and freedom, especially for teenagers navigating ...

What do you do when someone you trust uses your vulnerability against you?

In this episode, Roula opens up a deeply relatable conversation about what happens when personal things you’ve shared in confidence get thrown back at you during arguments. Not out of cruelty, but in the heat of the moment. Rosie and Roula explore the tension between wanting to maintain an important relationship and needing to protect yourself from being hurt...

Ever had someone do something “nice” for you… and it actually made your life harder?

In this episode, Roula brings a surprisingly relatable dilemma to the table: what happens when good intentions backfire. From neighbours returning bins at the wrong time, to well-meaning surprises that create guilt, obligation, or extra stress, Rosie and Roula unpack the uncomfortable side of kindness.

They talk about why being helped can sometimes f...

Roula turns 52 and has a quiet birthday filled with reflection — and it sparks a conversation most of us spend our lives avoiding: death.

In this episode, Rosie and Roula talk openly (and surprisingly lightly) about why we don’t prepare for what happens after we die, even though it’s the one guaranteed thing in life. From wills, passwords and practical planning, to funerals, legacy, culture, money, and how much pressure we leave beh...

Australia has  introduced a world-first ban on social media for children under 16, and the internet is on fire. 🔥

In this episode, Rosie and Roula unpack the controversy, the fear, and the very real questions nobody seems able to answer.

Is this really about protecting kids — or are we opening the door to digital ID, facial recognition, and loss of privacy?

Who should be responsible: governments, tech companies, or parents?

And why ar...

Is it rude to leave someone on read? 👀

In Episode 223 of The Rosie & Roula Show, Rosie and Roula dive into one of the biggest modern etiquette dilemmas: read receipts, unanswered messages, and the pressure to reply instantly.

With messaging apps showing when someone has seen your message, expectations around communication have completely changed. But are we actually obligated to reply right away — or is that pressure harming our...

This episode starts with a thumbnail crisis and ends with one of the most practical life lessons we’ve ever shared: how to handle bad breath without ruining friendships, feelings, or first impressions.

Rosie wants honesty about how she really looks in the episode thumbnail (stoned? serene? stroke victim? 😅), while Roula calmly insists it’s exactly how she sees her. And from there, the conversation takes a turn into one of the most ...

Have you ever been told “no offense, but…” right before something deeply offensive? 

In Episode 221 of The Rosie & Roula Show, Rosie and Roula unpack why this phrase triggers defensiveness, damages communication, and often masks discomfort rather than honesty.

This episode dives into communication skills, emotional intelligence, healthy boundaries, and how to say hard things without hurting people. From friendships and relationsh...

What do you do when you find out something that could completely blow up someone else’s life? Do you speak up, confront the person involved, or stay quiet and mind your own business?

This episode starts light, with Rosie’s annual “haven’t seen you since last year” joke, before quickly turning into a deep and uncomfortable conversation about secrets, cheating, and where responsibility actually sits when you know the truth.

Roula share...

Turbulence hits, the plane drops, your stomach flips — and suddenly you’re scanning everyone around you trying to work out if you’re the only one terrified. Some people are gripping the armrests, some look frozen, and others are somehow asleep like nothing is happening.

In this episode, Roula talks about flying through heavy turbulence and feeling completely overwhelmed by fear, while watching others act totally calm. Rosie shares h...