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We Need Help

20 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago -

Three real* experts solving your real* problems.

Orya, Ele, and Marcel did a three day course and now they‘re experts in helping others. Whether it‘s relationships, work, or a centaur problem, we are here to help. New guests, new problems every episode!

E-mail your problems to [email protected]

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Episodes

20 - Lost in a Supermarket (feat. Concetta Caristo)

October 19, 2021 10:27 - 57 minutes - 57.8 MB

Our final episode for Season 2!  Our special guest this week is Wynston, an eight-year-old boy who is lost in a mall. He needs help find his missing parent. Along the way we learn that Sanity still exists along with a lot more bombshells.  Later in the show we solve listener problems ranging from lost sparks to diamond-hard nipples.  Featuring the Concetta Caristo (Big Natural Talents, Question Everything.)  With cameos from Bec Melrose, Nicholas Hiatt and Adrianne White.   Brought to ...

19 - Chasing Waterfalls (feat. Josh Magee)

October 15, 2021 07:56 - 48 minutes - 49.4 MB

This week we are joined by record producer Trent Branches who needs help making his sleep music more popular. We also learn about his memory issues and love of all things waterfalls.    Later in the show we solve problems ranging from theatre etiquette to self-respect, and the curious case of dead dog guilt.  Featuring the return of Josh Magee (Improv Theatre Sydney.)  With cameos from Tor Snyder and Nicholas Hiatt.   Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it t...

18-Rob-Com (feat. Clare Cavanagh)

September 30, 2021 01:28 - 47 minutes - 47.9 MB

Our first robotic guest, ZQ-325 visits the studio for help understanding love. Meanwhile Orya has problems with over-hydration and Ele falls head over heels. Later in the show we answer questions about squeaky shoes and how to be a more polite goose and then we attempt to stop---- [ALL HAIL THE ROBOTS ALL HAIL THE ROBOTS ALL HAIL THE ROBOTS 1010101010101010]  Featuring Clare Cavanagh. Follow her on instagram and check out her webseries How to Be Queer.    With cameos from Lizzy Hoo and ...

17 - Duck Dabbler (feat. Jess Perkins)

September 22, 2021 07:53 - 55 minutes - 55.5 MB

Jessica Simpson (not THE Jessica Simpson) visits the studio for guidance on how to become world famous. Later in the show we talk stage mums, advice on kidnapping, and chasing your dreams. We also create a monster and learn the secrets to a good ransom letter.    Featuring Jess Perkins (Do Go On, Simply the Jest, Triple J.) Follow her instagram here.   With a cameo by Steph Broadbridge!   Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and ...

16 - Murder Pact (feat. Michael Hing)

September 15, 2021 02:28 - 52 minutes - 53.6 MB

Dr Bones, visits the studio to get guidance on how to find meaning in life. The airconditioner in the studio gets fixed and Eleanor gets sad about vests. We also make a murder pact. Later in the listener mailbag we solve problems ranging from phone call courage to how to give compliments. Featuring Michael Hing (The Feed, Triple J) and host of the brand new Celebrity Letters and Numbers on SBS.  Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] a...

15 - Tofu Touchers (feat. Björn Stewart)

September 08, 2021 04:34 - 54 minutes - 53.8 MB

Frankie Guacamole joins us in the studio this week to talk about his complicated relationship with veganism.   Later in the listener mailbag section, we solve problems ranging from asserting space to hating recommendations.  Featuring Björn Stewart (Black Comedy, All My Friends Are Racist.)  Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on social media. We'd love to hear from you. Rate us on Apple Podcasts and we...

14 - Becoming a Mermaid (feat. Nikki Britton)

September 02, 2021 02:18 - 49 minutes - 49.5 MB

Chanelle visits the studio this week to seek help about beauty expectations. Ele, Marcel, and Orya try and help her avoid "becoming a mermaid." Later in the listener mailbag, we solve problems about struggling to relax, directing life models, and organ donation. Featuring Nikki Britton (How to Stay Married). Listen to her podcast Mates Talking About Stuff.   Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on socia...

13- Scent Heaven (feat. Juliet Timmerman & Issy Phillips)

August 25, 2021 11:24 - 56 minutes - 55.7 MB

Dana and Cenise visit the HELP studios to get advice on their new business venture.  Later in the show, we help listener Adrianne in her baking woes, along with shower problems, and free financial advice. Featuring Juliet Timmerman (Laugh Tub) & Issy Phillips (FBi Radio.)  Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on social media. We'd love to hear from you. Rate us on Apple Podcasts and we'll read it out on ...

12- Spit Olympics (feat. Kate Coates)

August 18, 2021 02:12 - 52 minutes - 54.3 MB

Dake drops by the HELP offices to find out how to get traction for their new Olympic sport.  Later in the listener mailbag, we have a famous vicar losing their faith, napkin etiquette, and the age old question: how to stop hating yourself? Featuring Kate Coates (Improv Theatre Sydney.)   Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on social media. We'd love to hear from you. Rate us on Apple Podcasts and we'll...

11- Wet Solutions (feat. Tom Cardy)

August 11, 2021 03:47 - 51 minutes - 53.1 MB

Chef Eerie visits the HELP studio with a problem about the neighbour's cat.  Later in the show we talk being less friendly to neighbours, going to parties in your 30s, and the value of marriage. Featuring Tom Cardy (Dragonfriends, Triple J, Artificial Intelligence.) Follow Tom Cardy on instagram and check out his new album on Spotify or Apple Music.  Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on social medi...

10 -Fish Out of Water (feat. Bec Melrose)

August 04, 2021 00:27 - 52 minutes - 52.3 MB

Bream stops by the studio to learn to how to make friends and give compliments.  Later in the listener mailbag section we hear from Reginald about dessert etiquette, housemate fridge rules, and the difficulty with reconnecting with old friends. Featuring Bec Melrose (Tonightly, Raw Comedy, Comedy Zone, Post ITS.)  Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, send it to [email protected] and don't forget to follow us on social media. We'd love to hear from you. Rate us o...

9 - Don't Impress Me Much (Feat. Bridie Connell)

July 28, 2021 00:49 - 46 minutes - 46.6 MB

We're back for Season 2 and we're joined by special guest, Shania Twain! Shania struggles to be outspoken so the employees of HELP industries do their best to guide her to be all she can be.   In our listener problems we hear from Josh who has problems with motion sickness, Tom Cardy with pet problems, and someone who is struggling to be neighbourly.  Featuring Bridie Connell (Gut Feeling, Tonightly, ARIA award winner.)   Brought to you by HELP Industries. If you have a problem, email u...

8 -Escape Plan (Feat. Steen Raskopoulos)

March 23, 2021 06:12 - 44 minutes - 57.7 MB

Nick is our first guest calling in from prison! He outlines what brought him there and wants our help getting him out*. He also has his own prison podcasts to plug. Later in our listener mail section we have questions about living off-grid, confidence boosts and always asking WHY?  Featuring Steen Raskopoulos (Bear Pack, The Duchess, Congrats on the New) *This episode is for entertainment purposes only and if you're in prison we can't help get you out.

7 - The Second Wicket (Featuring Maddie HW)

March 14, 2021 05:35 - 49 minutes - 69.5 MB

Amanda Lindt visits the HELP studio to get guidance about her future pursuits. Get into the family business or forge her own path? Later we find out whether it's ok to eat cat food, windscreen wiper envy, and time travel paradoxes. Featuring Maddie HW (Snakepit.)     

6- Hot Dogs and Unicorns (Featuring Rodney Todd)

March 07, 2021 05:22 - 45 minutes - 65.9 MB

Michael McDimitriadis visits the studio to complain about his annoying neighbour.  Later we talk lying to get a vaccine, overthinking your problems, and angry cat issues.  Featuring Rodney Todd (Tonightly, Rodney Reviews Things, The Escapes.)

5 - Spindle in There (Featuring Edan Lacey)

February 27, 2021 23:27 - 42 minutes - 61.2 MB

Our first episode with two guests! Gary Mumford and his son, Jek, stop past the show and quickly find they have more going on than just car troubles.  Later we talk listener problems including workplace crushes and dying grandparents.  Featuring Edan Lacey (Dragon Friends, Improv Theatre Sydney.)

4- Horse Girl Problems (Featuring Patrick Lenton)

February 21, 2021 05:11 - 41 minutes - 42.5 MB

Father John Bovi visits the HELP studios to get help regarding a local horse girl who might be more than meets the eye. Later we talk about hair loss and the fear of the unknown.  Featuring Patrick Lenton (Junkee, Uncle Hercules and Other Lies.)

3- Lil' Pods for Lil' Dogs (featuring Juliet Rae Timmerman)

February 11, 2021 04:30 - 51 minutes - 49.7 MB

Trod visits the HELP Studio to talk about their dog resort before seeking guidance with a problem of the heart. Later in the show we have listener problems like alternative body soaps, long appendages, and memory issues.   Featuring: Juliet Rae Timmerman (Laugh Tub, Confetti Gun).

2 - The Great Train Robbery (with Belinda Anderson-Hunt)

January 31, 2021 06:42 - 40 minutes - 38.2 MB

Arabella stops by the show to talk about being robbed and the HELP team considers a re-brand.  Later in the show we have hobby-themed listener problems like turning a hobby into a career, preparing your mind, and making friends via a new community.   Featuring: Belinda Anderson-Hunt (Improv Theatre Sydney, Confetti Gun).

1- Becoming Obsolete (featuring Josh Magee)

January 30, 2021 11:20 - 50 minutes - 47.3 MB

Treyvid stops by the show to talk about feeling redundant as a wheelbarrowman and asks the HELP team for career guidance. Later in the show we have office-themed listener problems including toilet trips on the clock, sick leave woes, and poor gift-giving. Featuring Josh Magee from Improv Theatre Sydney. Find us on instagram:  @marcelbde @oryaaight @elestankewicz E-mail your problems: [email protected]