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The Rosie and Roula Show

The Rosie and Roula Show

By: Roula Abou Haidar and Rosie Burrows
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Welcome to the Rosie and Roula show! We have very different lifestyles and family dynamics. Rosie loves dogs. She lives the van life alone, and most days she can't be bothered to brush her hair or even look in the mirror. Roula love cats, she has three kids and a husband and doesn't dare leave the house without wearing her red lipstick.

On the surface, we're like chalk and cheese. And sometimes, our beliefs are so different that we don't see eye to eye at all. Yet we find so much knowledge and fun in the conversations we have about our lives.

We talk about insignificant matters that have a daily impact on the way we interact at work, in our family lives, friendships, and with ourselves.


Our episodes are short, sharp, and to the point. There's no chit chat or sweet talking around here. We talk about everything from our illogical pet peeves and philosophical musings to the things in society that make us go, what the fuck?

We ask the big questions. For example, should a person with a penis put down the toilet seat for a person with a vagina, or the other way around? And does it disgust you when someone licks their fingers whilst eating and then passes you the salt? Or when they burp, without saying excuse me?! And what was the one thing you heard today that put a smile on your face, and why?

Join us each week during your lunch break, a trip to the shops, or even whilst you're sitting on the toilet, for a quick dose of banter with your spicy hosts, Rosie and Roula.

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Episodes
  • 150: Dessert Before Dinner? Why Not!

    150: Dessert Before Dinner? Why Not!
    Sep 11 2025

    This episode is all about breaking the rules—literally. We dive into the age-old question: is dessert only for after dinner, or can you enjoy it whenever you feel like it? From childhood eating habits to restaurant disappointments, we explore how sugar, tradition, and personal quirks shape our sweet-tooth choices. And spoiler: we’re officially giving you permission to eat dessert first.

    Topics covered:

    • Why dessert after dinner isn’t a universal tradition
    • How childhood and cultural influences shape sweet cravings
    • When rules about food and etiquette just don’t make sense
    • Finding joy in breaking food rules—especially around sweets
    • Dessert tips: timing, portions, and when indulgence is actually guilt-free

    Do you stick to dessert after dinner, or do you sneak it whenever you feel like it?

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    9 mins
  • 149: Lovemaking and Fucking - Listener Responses to Episode 114

    149: Lovemaking and Fucking - Listener Responses to Episode 114
    Sep 10 2025

    This episode is all about a comment that stopped us in our tracks. One of our listeners responded to our chat about “making love vs fucking” — and honestly, she said it better than we ever could.

    We dive into her words, unpack why they hit so deep, and reflect on how tenderness, hunger, softness, and raw craving all blur together. It’s not about what you call it — it’s about how it feels.

    Topics covered:

    • Lovemaking vs fucking: two sides of the same coin
    • Why “fucking” doesn’t always mean empty or cold
    • How tenderness and hunger can live in the same space
    • The power of listener reflections in shifting perspective

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    114: Making Love vs Fucking vs Having Sex. What's the Difference?


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    • 🎙️ Send us a voice message
    • 🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!

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    • ⭐️ Leave us a review
    • ▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
    • 🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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    • 🎧 Check out Roula's podcast
    • 🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast
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    5 mins
  • 148: Bad Jokes, Fake Laughs & Awkward Punchlines

    148: Bad Jokes, Fake Laughs & Awkward Punchlines
    Sep 9 2025

    Some jokes are so bad you can’t help but laugh… or cringe. In this episode of The Rosie and Roula Show, we dive into the world of unfunny jokes, fake laughter, and the strange things we all do to save face. From Rosie’s childhood knock-knock joke to Roula’s outrageously gross Dracula punchline, nothing is off-limits. We talk about why people laugh at jokes that aren’t funny, the social pressure to play along, and how humour can be both cringey and bonding at the same time.

    Keywords: bad jokes, fake laugh, awkward humour, unfunny jokes, worst jokes ever, Rosie and Roula podcast, cringe comedy, gross jokes, knock knock jokes, embarrassing jokes.

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    • 🎙️ Send us a voice message
    • 🛍️ Buy some Rosie and Roula merch!

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    • ⭐️ Leave us a review
    • ▶️ Follow us on Instagram and TikTok
    • 🎞️ Subscribe to our YouTube channel

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    • 🎧 Check out Roula's podcast
    • 🎧 Check out Rosie's podcast
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    10 mins
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