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The Waffle Shop

The Waffle Shop

By: Taylor James
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Welcome to The Waffle Shop 🧇


Hosted by Taylor James, this is the podcast where music, mental health, and the beautiful chaos of life collide. It’s a place for honest conversations about navigating your 30s, dealing with life’s minor inconveniences, and figuring things out as you go, because let’s face it, nobody really has it all together.


Each episode, Taylor is joined by a special guest to have a proper waffle about their journey so far, from the big life moments to the everyday annoyances that test our patience. Along the way, they share the songs that have soundtracked the highs, the lows, and the slightly unhinged moments in between.


Expect stories, laughs, a lot of heart, and the comforting reminder that we’re all just trying to make sense of the chaos.


Want to come for a waffle or get involved with the weekly waffle?


Get in touch: taylor@waffleshoppodcast.com


Make sure you hit that subscribe button and check us out on Instagram for some more content!

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Episodes
  • The Chaos, The Clarity and The Comeback
    Mar 17 2026

    Welcome to The Waffle Shop Podcast!


    Ever feel like somewhere between the burnout, the busy schedule, and pretending you’re totally fine… you accidentally lose yourself a little bit? Yeah. Same.


    Joining me for my comeback episode is the brilliant Ellie Forsyth who is the host of the incredible You Look Happier Podcast


    We have a waffle about what happens when podcasting starts to feel more like a character than a connection. After spending so much time holding space for everyone else, this episode is all about what it means to finally turn that care inward.


    From identity wobbles and emotional crash outs to rediscovering joy in the little things, this is a vulnerable reset. No polished version. No pretending. Just the real stuff.

    This is the start of a new chapter, one with more honesty, more laughter, more heart, and probably a few life plot twists along the way.


    If you’ve ever felt a bit lost, burnt out, or like you’re trying to find your way back to yourself…this episode might just help!


    For more information about Ellie please make sure you check out the brilliant You Look Happier podcast


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    56 mins
  • Spirituality, Surrendering, and Self-Discovery with Matreya
    Jul 23 2025

    Welcome to The Waffle Shop


    Joining me in the studio this week is the brilliant Matreya


    You may recognise Matreya from his time on the X-Factor when he identified as Mason Noise. Following on from a series of traumatic events and a lot of inner work, Mason has now reinvented himself on so many levels


    We have a waffle about all things music, mental health and his upcoming interview series From Darkness to Light that is taken his brand new single 'I See The Light' to a whole new level.


    Maitreya also opens up about the highs and lows of fame, stepping away from his public persona, and embracing life as an independent artist.


    We deep dive into the healing power of creativity, the mental health tools that helped him rebuild, and how he found purpose beyond performance.


    This episode is a deep dive into identity, evolution, and the magic that happens when you stop performing for others and start showing up for yourself.


    If you want to find out more, head to the below links:


    Matreya

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    59 mins
  • Finding Purpose, Friendship and 50 Cent with ADMT
    Jul 16 2025

    Welcome to The Waffle Shop!


    Joining me in the studio this week is the brilliant singer/songwriter ADMT


    We have a waffle about the connection between music, mental health, and personal growth. We also dive into ADMT’s journey of self-discovery, the role of therapy in managing anxiety, and how songwriting became a lifeline through his toughest moments.


    From the unexpected success of his viral cover of 50 Cents‘Best Friend’ to the deeper message behind his original work, ADMT opens up about the importance of vulnerability, purpose, and turning pain into power.


    It’s honest, it’s raw, and surprisingly uplifting (with a few laughs thrown in, obviously). So if you’ve ever felt lost in the noise, this one’s your reminder that your voice is worth finding and blasting through a speaker.


    If you want to find out more, head to the below links:


    ADMT

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    52 mins
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