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    Rose McGowan “Hollywood Was Worse Than The Cult I Escaped”

    06/1/2026 | 2h 23 mins.

    After being shut out of Hollywood, Rose McGowan explains how she was forced to step away - and slowly rebuild her life on her own terms. Rose speaks openly about her experiences in Hollywood, the cost of refusing to stay silent, and how leaving the industry became part of reclaiming her creativity, identity and sense of self. Rose was one of the first to go public with claims of sexual assault against Harvey Weinstein, and she explains how she was allegedly raped by the movie producer at the age of 23 - and what it cost her to speak out. She reflects on the severe personal and professional consequences that followed. Content warning: this conversation includes discussion of sexual assault. From being raised in a cult in Italy to navigating Hollywood, she reflects on how early experiences shaped her instincts around control, belonging and survival. She also speaks about what came after: the unexpected support she found through fans and Comic-Con, stepping away from the US to recover in Mexico, reconnecting with creativity through music, and why reclaiming her real name - Rosa - feels like coming home. She shares: ◽ What it was like growing up inside The Children of God ◽ Being alone at 13 and realising no one was looking for her ◽ Why speaking out about Harvey Weinstein meant career death ◽ What was really happening behind the scenes on Charmed ◽ The truth behind the VMA dress and what people misunderstood ◽ Nearly losing her life, leaving the US and starting again ◽ How fans, creativity and music helped bring her back to herself Rose McGowan, We Need To Talk Support charities: Survivor’s Trust: https://g2ul0.app.link/HOj44LvWZUb CALM: https://g2ul0.app.link/uULaUXcM3Nb  MIND: https://g2ul0.app.link/gbuRaxjM3Nb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Support Rose here:Website: https://www.rosemcg.com/ Instagram: www.instagram.com/rosemcgowan/  (00:00) Intro (02:23) How Does Rose Identify? (03:39) 'The Children of God' and the Circumstances of Rose's Upbringing (04:31) How Do You Define a Cult? (06:47) Rose's Father and His Role Within 'The Children of God' (09:31) The Beginnings of Rose's Career in Performance (12:05) The British Court Ruling on 'The Children of God' (14:22) How Rose Left 'The Children of God' and Her First Experiences in the USA (19:32) Rose's Friction With Her Mother's Partners (22:42) Rose's Experience With Her Father in the USA (24:35) Rose's Perspective of Herself as a Teenager (26:12) Being Forced To Go To Rehab at 13 (29:59) How Rose Left Rehab and What She Did Afterwards (33:22) Rose's Attraction to Performing (34:25) How Rose's Relationship With Her Father Developed During Adolescence (38:42) Paul Surprises Rose With a Photo (41:51) Adobe Express Ad (43:11) How and Why Rose Moved to Hollywood (52:19) Rose's First Featured Film Role (55:35) Rose's Early Experiences of Hollywood's Inner Workings (58:29) How Rose Met Harvey Weinstein (01:01:52) Rose Details Her Encounter With Harvey Weinstein (01:07:11) How Weinstein Covered His Tracks (01:16:45) Sexual Assault and Its Prevalence in Society (01:23:35) Rose's Relationship With Marilyn Manson (01:32:11) How Rose Joined Charmed (01:40:00) Fame During Charmed and How Rose Dealt With It (01:42:27) Rose's Relationship With Robert Rodriguez (01:49:47) What Led Rose to Activism and the MeToo Movement (01:59:24) How Rose Felt When Harvey Weinstein Was Convicted (02:03:39) Rose on Public Perception of Her (02:04:54) How and Why Rose Moved to Mexico (02:07:40) How Rose Bounced Back From Health Issues During Covid (02:08:17) Rose's Unexpected Entry Into the UK Music Scene (02:12:39) What Rose Would Tell Her 12-Year-Old Self (02:13:59) Most Memorable Conversation (02:18:34) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Sadhguru’s 2026 Prediction: Why Manifestation Isn’t Working

    30/12/2025 | 1h 8 mins.

    Can 7 minutes a day really transform your life? Sadhguru challenges everything we think we know about happiness, meditation and fulfillment - and shares his perspective on why most people are suffering not because life is difficult, but because their intelligence is working against them. Spiritual leader and yogi Sadhguru explains how he understands stillness, joy, and inner balance, and why he believes life is not a problem to be solved. He offers his take on modern meditation, manifestation, and self-improvement - suggesting that real well-being begins with learning how to work with your own inner chemistry, rather than changing the world around you Sadhguru shares: ◽ What meditation really is and why many people misunderstand it| ◽ The hidden dangers of knowing too much and how it limits us ◽ Why bliss is far greater than any fleeting pleasure ◽ His approach to starting meditation in as little as 7 minutes a day ◽ Why manifestation isn’t just about positive thinking ◽ The one habit that unlocks true well-being ◽ Why understanding and mastering your own mind is key to lasting joy Sadhguru, We Need To Talk Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk  https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod Follow Sadhguru here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sadhguru Miracle of Mind Meditation App: https://sadhguru.co/miracle_WNTT Inner Engineering Online Program - https://sadhguru.co/ie-yt-wntt (00:00) Intro (04:04) Sadhguru's Definition of a Guru (07:07) Sadhguru's Unconventional Lifestyle (08:12) How Did Sadhguru Become a Guru? (11:20) What's Stopping People Gaining Inner Fulfilment? (20:20) Sadhguru's Relationship With Meditation (28:11) Sadhguru's Take on Manifestation (36:33) Huel Ad (37:58) Sadhguru's Advice for Showing Up as Your Authentic Self (41:40) The UK's Views Toward Karma (44:46) Sadhguru Helps Paul Improve His Meditation Techniques (55:51) How Do We Know We're on the Right Path? (57:58) Sadhguru's 'Heaviest Moment' (59:18) Sadhguru's Advice for People in 2026 (01:02:00) Most Memorable Conversation (01:03:48) Paul's Takeaways Sponsored by: Huel: https://uk.huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Our Favourite Moments From We Need To Talk So Far!

    25/12/2025 | 30 mins.

    Paul reflects on the unforgettable moments that shaped the show so far. From candid conversations with stars like Yungblud, Gabor Maté, and Holly Hagan, to the raw honesty of Kerry Katona, this episode offers a heartfelt look at the topics that matter most. Paul shares his favourite reflections, the wisdom that stayed with him, and the surprising insights that challenged his perspective on life, love and grief. It’s a celebration of connection, growth, and the power of vulnerability, all wrapped up in the spirit of the season. Even in the chaos of the holidays, there's always room for reflection, healing and a little laughter. We're Talking, Our Favourite Moments So Far! (00:00) Intro (01:28) Yungblud on Falling in Love With Someone Multiple Times (04:09) Gabor Teaches Paul About Childhood Trauma and Its Effects on Adulthood (09:19) Nadiya Reveals How She Felt Like an 'Alien' in the Bake Off Tent (13:16) Kerry Talks About Her Lowest Ebb in Atomic Kitten (18:04) Paul and Holly on How Grief Has Affected Them (22:57) Mel Robbins Explains Her History With ADHD and Memory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    Tyler West Opens Up About The Traumatic Event Age 14 That Shaped His Life

    23/12/2025 | 1h 44 mins.

    Radio DJ and Presenter Tyler West sits down with Paul for a raw and emotional conversation about the life-defining moments that have shaped him. From witnessing a brutal attack at just 14 years old to his rise on Strictly Come Dancing and his relationship with girlfriend Molly Rainford, Tyler shares the untold stories of the struggles he’s overcome and the resilience he’s built in the face of unimaginable challenges. Tyler opens up about the harrowing impact of witnessing a violent attack right outside his bedroom window and how it shaped his mental health for years. For the first time, he talks about the dark thoughts he kept hidden from his mum. He reflects on his journey from the streets of Sutton to landing a spot on CBBC, eventually competing on Strictly Come Dancing, where he met the love of his life, Molly Rainford. Tyler reveals the struggles that followed the high of Strictly, including the emotional crash that no one talks about after the limelight fades. Tyler shares: ◽The shocking details of a crime he witnessed and how it haunted him for years ◽His relationship with his brother and how they communicate their emotions openly  ◽How he met girlfriend Molly Rainford on Strictly and fell in love ◽The crash he faced after Strictly and the hidden realities of fame ◽The truth about their time on Race Across The World with Molly ◽How he's feeling about taking over the KISS Breakfast Show ◽Why he believes mental health awareness is crucial and how he’s advocating for change Tyler West, We Need To Talk This conversation includes discussion of suicide and suicidal ideation. If you’re struggling, you’re not alone. We’ve included support charities below:  Samaritans: https://g2ul0.app.link/xghDmmYV4Wb    Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM): https://g2ul0.app.link/npaQKXUV4Wb  Follow me here: https://www.instagram.com/needtotalk https://www.tiktok.com/@weneedtotalkpod (00:00) Intro (01:56) Paul and Tyler's Connection Through Sutton (02:37) What Was the Sutton Tyler Grew Up In Like? (06:27) What Did Tyler Learn About Love From His Family? (08:22) Paul Shows Tyler a Photo of Him as a Baby (09:06) Tyler's Relationship With His Mother as a Child (11:19) Tyler's Relationship With His Brother Growing Up Through to Adulthood (14:25) Paul Surprises Tyler With a Letter From His Brother (17:29) How Tyler's Father Re-Entered His Life at 14 Years Old (18:53) Tyler Discusses the Murder He Witnessed as a Teenager and How It Affected Him (26:55) Tyler's Lowest Ebb After His Traumatic Experience (30:43) Statistics on Knife Crime (31:40) Tyler's Experience of the Ensuing Court Case (34:26) What Could Have Made Tyler's Experience Better? (35:58) Top Things Tyler Thinks Could Change the Knife Crime Epidemic (38:07) Tyler's Experience Growing Up Mixed Race in the UK (43:21) How Tyler Found His Voice and Began His Presenting Career (51:17) Paul and Tyler Talk About Authenticity in Front of the Camera (54:12) Adobe Express Ad (55:26) Huel Ad (56:40) Tyler's Experience of Being on Strictly (01:01:20) Tyler's Experience of Being on Race Across the World (01:11:38) How Tyler First Met His Partner Molly (01:21:13) Paul Shows Tyler a Message From Molly (01:24:24) Tyler’s Advice for Anyone Struggling to Open Up and Find Their Voice (01:29:22) Tyler’s Relationship With King Charles III and The King’s Trust (01:32:37) Tyler’s Proudest Moment of His Career (01:33:55) The Future for Tyler and Molly (01:36:23) Most Memorable Conversation (01:40:19) Paul’s Takeaways Sponsored by: Adobe Express: https://ADOBE.LY/PAUL Huel: https://uk.huel.com/WNTT with code WNTT  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    "I Didn't Think I'd Ever Be Ready to Love Again" ...We're Talking Love After Loss

    18/12/2025 | 29 mins.

    In this deeply emotional episode, Paul reconnects with Heather, who first appeared on the show grappling with the overwhelming grief of losing her partner. One year later, Heather shares her powerful journey of healing, growth, and self-discovery. From confronting feelings of numbness to exploring the complexities of dating again, Heather opens up about the challenges and triumphs of moving forward after loss. With raw honesty and vulnerability, she reflects on how far she's come and the lessons learned along the way. Tune in for a heart-wrenching yet hopeful conversation about grief, resilience, and the strength it takes to embrace life again. We're Talking Love After Loss (00:00) Intro (00:49) Heather Explains How Grief Has Fundamentally Changed Her Love Life (06:50) Paul And Heather Play A Quiz To Find Out Whether She's Ready To Date (18:50) Paul And Heather Catch Up A Year Later (26:42) Paul's Closing Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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About We Need To Talk with Paul C. Brunson

The most powerful conversations are the ones we usually avoid. Hosted by Paul C. Brunson, We Need To Talk is a show that empowers people to have the conversations they avoid by creating a safe, supportive, and insightful space that encourages vulnerability, self-discovery, and real-world connection. From breakups to breakthroughs, conflict to connection, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the human experiences and relationships that define us. Instagram: @needtotalk TikTok: @weneedtotalkpod
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