Fruity Alexia
26 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsA comedy pop-culture podcast that's more Passion Pop than cultured.
Childhood friends Alexander and Alex rewatch television series from a more innocent time, remembering those last few moments before social media took over our lives.
Listen as two has-beens in their mid-thirties - torn between memories of being young hopefuls embarking on their own careers in entertainment, and the reality of where they have actually ended up - as they following along with the iconic reality shows that accidentally shaped the media landscape of the last 20 years.
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Episodes
Boob-tube bodaciousness (Popstars Australia Episode 11)
October 21, 2021 15:00 - 1 hour - 96 MBThe crew from Bardot battle through some tough quesitons in their publicity rounds on this episode of Popstars Australia. Meanwhile, Alexander and Alex wrestle with the differences between the mediascape of the year 2000. Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #10 - Breaking news for Bardot fans
October 04, 2021 15:00 - 11 minutes - 10.4 MBAre Bardot getting back together? Find out in this week's Fruity Mini, plus find out what a Ka'Bel is... Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
David Beckham's natural musk (Popstars Australia Episode 10)
September 30, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBIt's exciting times for Bardot as they perform live for the first time at the launch of their first album. In the meantime, Alexander and Alex drop a few names, much to Alex's chagrin (or secret delight...). Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #9 - Urban legends
September 27, 2021 16:00 - 18 minutes - 17.1 MBAlexander and Alex recount a couple of urban legends that are born of their Tasmanian heritage. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Cut off sleeves (Popstars Australia Episode 9)
September 25, 2021 16:00 - 59 minutes - 54.2 MBWhile it may not be all glamour being a popstar, we get a glimpse behind the scenes on Bardot's 'Poison' film clip where no expenses are spared, but schedules are tight. If you only watch one episode of Popstars Australia Season 1, this is it. But before you do, listen to what Alexander and Alex have to say with the benefit of 20 years of hindsight. Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) ------------- NOTE: W...
Mini #8 - Boy bands
September 20, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12.8 MBAlexander and Alex struggle to dredge up facts about some of the most famous boy bands. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Like cows to a burger (Popstars Australia Episode 8)
September 16, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBAction ramps up on Popstars Australia as the band make some big decisions leading up to the launch of their first single. Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #7 - Song lyrics
September 13, 2021 16:00 - 13 minutes - 12 MBAlex questions the durability of some of our favourite lyrics. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Being Michael Napthali (Popstars Australia Episode 7)
September 09, 2021 16:00 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBJoin Alexander and Alex as they welcome Tiffany Wood back into the band, and panic about whether they're qualified to talk about anything at all. Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #6 - Handy health tips for that Fruity Alexia bod
September 06, 2021 16:00 - 11 minutes - 10.3 MBAlexander shares some dubious health advice. Neither of us are qualified in anything, do not try Fruity Alexia at home, kids. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Scandal at Sooky La-La (Popstars Australia Episode 6)
September 02, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBJoin Alexander and Alex as they discuss one of the biggest Australian TV scandals of the last 25 years. It's the big day when the winning contestants meet for the first time as the Popstars. They move into a house together, and find out very quickly that it's not all free hummus and foot-spas. Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. ...
Mini #5 - Scent of an era
September 01, 2021 06:00 - 17 minutes - 15.7 MBAlexander and Alex attempt to reminisce about some iconic scents and fragrances. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#Bellebows (Popstars Australia Episode 5)
August 27, 2021 07:38 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBIt's finally the day when we meet the Popstars. In another fabulous episode, Alexander and Alex step you through the day we learned who the winners were of the biggest show of the year 2000 - Olympics, schmolypics! Follow us on Instagram: @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #4 - Play along at home
August 23, 2021 16:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBAlex brings his quiz-host A-game as he forces Alexander to answer quiz questions. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Full wardrobe, empty room (Popstars Australia Episode 4)
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutes - 46 MBIt's the fourth episode of seminal Australian reality television show Popstars, and it's already the final auditions. They moved fast! That's why we needed to make this podcast, to string it all back out again with 20 years of hindsight. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #3 - Desert Island Di(s)cks
August 16, 2021 16:00 - 16 minutes - 14.7 MBAlexander and Alex rip off the popular format of Desert Island Disks. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Snuffing the lucky candle
August 12, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBWe look back at the third episode of Popstars Australia, where the contestants are all flown to Sydney to meet some of the harsh realities of being a working performer. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Snuffing the lucky candle (Popstars Australia Episode 3)
August 12, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 55 MBWe look back at the third episode of Popstars Australia, where the contestants are all flown to Sydney to meet some of the harsh realities of being a working performer. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #2 - Reality shows
August 09, 2021 16:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBA little extra episode to keep your whistle wet. Alexander and Alex chat about reality shows they've tried out for. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Out of the fire, into the swimming pool
August 05, 2021 16:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBWe look back at the second episode of Popstars Australia to see how they're getting on with manufacturing the band Bardot. We get a closer look at the judges this week, and perhaps a it's little too close. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Out of the fire, into the swimming pool (Popstars Australia Episode 2)
August 05, 2021 16:00 - 58 minutes - 53.5 MBWe look back at the second episode of Popstars Australia to see how they're getting on with manufacturing the band Bardot. We get a closer look at the judges this week, and perhaps a it's little too close. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy (that's me!) Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #1 - TV Themes
August 02, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBA little extra episode to keep your whistle wet. Alexander and Alex chat about their favourite childhood TV themes. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mini #1
August 02, 2021 16:00 - 15 minutes - 14.1 MBA little extra episode to keep your whistle wet. Alexander and Alex chat about their favourite childhood TV themes. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Original music "Can't Keep a Good Woman Down" by Alex Houy Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Leopard print, chickybabes and moi
July 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBWe meet our heroes Alexander Jenkins and Alex Houy as they unveil which piece of pop history they will be picking apart for the first season of Fruity Alexia. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast And don't forget to show your support through Acast so that we will love you forever. Conditional, but still a true love. https://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia Plus, if you're reading this bit... it means I managed to sneak in a plug for my Etsy Store without it getting edited by Ale...
Leopard print, chickybabes and moi (Popstars Australia Episode 1)
July 29, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 63.8 MBWe meet our heroes Alexander Jenkins and Alex Houy as they unveil which piece of pop history they will be picking apart for the first season of Fruity Alexia. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast And don't forget to show your support through Acast so that we will love you forever. Conditional, but still a true love. https://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia Plus, if you're reading this bit... it means I managed to sneak in a plug for my Etsy Store without it getting edited by Ale...
Teaser
July 20, 2021 04:11 - 5 minutes - 7.14 MBFull-length episodes coming soon. A pop-culture podcast thats more Passion Pop and less culture. With Alexander Jenkins and Alex Houy. Follow us on Instagram! @fruityalexiapodcast Don't forget to show your support through Acast so that we will love you forever. Conditional, but still a true love. https://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/fruity-alexia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.