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
What this show covers
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What listeners will find here
Nadiya Hussain on Bake Off fame, backlash, and choosing to take up space
Nadiya Hussain talks about the personal cost of becoming a household name after winning The Great British Bake Off. She reflects on death threats, feeling out of place in TV, and why she’s embracing a more unapologetic way of living.
Jay Sean on “Down,” Cash Money, and the choices that reshaped his career
Jay Sean traces the path from West London and medical school to global pop success, including the story behind “Down” and his moves between Virgin and Cash Money. It’s a candid look at ambition, identity, representation, and how his definition of success has changed.
How “American Boy” and “Locked Up” became turning points for Estelle and Akon
This episode revisits Estelle and Akon on the stories behind the songs that defined their careers. It connects the making of “American Boy,” “Locked Up,” and “Lonely” to bigger themes of longevity, ambition, and spotting opportunity in music.
Coleen Rooney on fame, grief, marriage and the real cost of Wagatha Christie
Coleen Rooney reflects on growing up in public, her marriage to Wayne Rooney, and the private losses that shaped her life. The episode moves from early fame and WAG culture to Wagatha Christie, miscarriage, grief, and a personal message from Wayne.
Sam Vanderpump on surviving sepsis and why organ donation can save lives
Sam Vanderpump discusses the health battle that began with a liver disease diagnosis at age four, the sepsis that turned life-threatening, and the moment he was told he needed a transplant. He also explains why Organ Donation Week matters to him and why he’s pushing for greater awareness.
Episodes
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23 Jun 2026 · 1h 40m
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