Emsolation

The House of Emsolation

Join multi-media maven Em Rusciano—writer, singer, comedian, producer, podcast princess, and disability advocate—and her best friend of 30 years, award-winning screenwriter Michael Lucas (Offspring, Party Tricks, Rosehaven, The Newsreader), each week for an unpredictable mix of deeply personal anecdotes, obsessive pop culture dissections, and truly unhinged movie and TV reviews. If you’re after a show full of humour, heart, and hot takes, we’ve got good news for you! We should also warn you: Emsolation isn’t just a podcast—it’s a community. A place where listeners feel seen, heard, and thoroughly entertained. Welcome to the family! We’re so happy you’re here. You’re now an official Emsolator.

  1. In Conversation with Maria Angelico

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    In Conversation with Maria Angelico

    Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' https://emrusciano.com/addicted-to-love/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ Em is off sick with a chest infection, so Michael is stepping into the hosting chair and he’s bought a very special guest along too in actor, writer and producer Maria Angelico. You’d know Maria from ‘Hating Alison Ashley’, 'Sisters', Chris Lilley’s ‘We Can Be Heroes’,  ‘Apple Cider Vinegar’ and most famously for Emsolators as Cheryl the makeup artist on Michael’s TV series ‘The Newsreader’. She’s now starring in the new Aussie black comedy  ‘Birthright’, a darkly twisted tale about a disillusioned generation and their chase for the success of their baby boomer parents. They cover off the movie, its cast and why Andrew Bolt is advertising the film for them, plus we revisit her career and get some utterly fascinating behind the scenes stories on auditioning and working on ‘We Can Be Heroes’, ‘The Newsreader’, ‘Birthright’ and more. They also discuss Maria’s favourite scenes from ‘The Newsreader’, how she’s a Millennial with Gen Z rising, Lucy Durack’s trick for a perfect picture and so much more. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Michael delivers a diva devoted update on Lady Gaga and Madonna, plus Em calls in to review her newest obsession ‘Off Campus’. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back-to-back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min
  2. Situationships, Delta Goodrem’s Diva Era & Em’s Brand New Tour

    13 MAY

    Situationships, Delta Goodrem’s Diva Era & Em’s Brand New Tour

    Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' https://emrusciano.com/addicted-to-love/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ What exactly is a situationship and why did Em recently find herself in one? Good question, which Em will naturally fully explain within this episode. Then it’s onto Delta Goodrem, who is finally getting her moment in front of European audiences as she brings her diva realness to the rather problematic event that is Eurovision this year for Australia. There’s her commitment to glamour, her understanding of the bit and even some Eurovision rehearsal footage for us to review, spoiler warning, she ate and left no crumbs. Then it’s onto Em’s brand new standup show ‘Addicted to Love’, Michael has already seen it, so he is perfectly placed to ask all the right questions, from the genesis of the show, through to what to expect, why it isn’t anti-love, who the show is aimed at, and so much more. If you’re umming and ahhhing about getting tickets, this chat will get you over the line and excited for what’s to come. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!’ the trailer for the upcoming Netflix documentary on Kylie Minogue called ‘Kylie’. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    39 min
  3. Our Beyoncé Act III Predictions, Masters of the Universe & The Met Gala

    6 MAY

    Our Beyoncé Act III Predictions, Masters of the Universe & The Met Gala

    Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' https://emrusciano.com/addicted-to-love/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ Em and Michael are back in the studio with several many things to discuss, up first it’s all about the much anticipated Act III from Beyoncé. Em and Michael have a stack of theories and thoughts on when it’s coming, who will be on it, if it will be originals or covers and so much more. There’s a side quest into Em’s excitement over the upcoming ‘Masters of the Universe’ movie and lust for Skeletor, Michael’s just hopeful it’s successful enough that we get a She-Ra movie too. Then there’s the fashion industry’s most attention grabbing event, the Met Gala, which has recently been taken over by new co-chairs, Amazon owner Jeff Bezos and his wife Lauren Sanchez. Something feels off about being asked to gawk at celebs and models in one off couture while the world implodes around us, but if forced, they did love the looks served by Connor Storrie, Madonna and Sza. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Michael reveals the full story behind the actual desecration of sections of his upstairs and downstairs with a dose of Bali belly. *WARNING* maximum hilarious laugh out loud moments within, DON'T eat or drink while listening mmmkay. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    31 min
  4. In Conversation with Vanessa Amorosi

    29 ABR

    In Conversation with Vanessa Amorosi

    Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival June 5 & 6 & a newly added 3rd show June 7th https://cabaret.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ Back in 2013 Em was one of a selection of celebrities invited to be a part of the Celebrity Grand Prix and one of the celebs Em connected with back then was the one and only Vanessa Amorosi. Vanessa of course exploded onto the Australian music scene in 1999 with her debut ‘Have A Look’, followed by mega-hits in Australia and Europe with ‘Absolutely Everybody’ and ‘Shine.’ Inside Em and Vanessa revisit their first meeting and her performance at the Sydney Olympics opening and closing ceremonies. Em will also try to sell Vanessa on the idea of releasing a burn book album, as well as a death metal and rock album too. We also discuss her work touring and singing the hits of The Eurythmics in place of Annie Lennox with Dave Stewart, her performances at the Proms with a 100 piece orchestra in Germany, and her mad skills at arranging gospel music. They also discuss their musical inspirations, navigating the music industry, and how it affected her ability to share things on the socials. There’s also Vanessa’s love of doing jumps on her dirt bike and a sneak peek of Em and Vanessa’s duet on her hit ‘Shine’. You can watch or listen to the entire performance on our premium service Emsolation Extra. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    37 min
  5. In Conversation with Meryl Streep & Anne Hathaway

    21 ABR

    In Conversation with Meryl Streep & Anne Hathaway

    Access BONUS eps & other exclusives with Emsolation Extra @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ See Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival June 5 & 6 & a newly added 3rd show June 7th https://cabaret.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ It’s the interview everyone at Emsolation is still trying to process, Em’s trip to South Korea to chat with the stars of ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’, Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway. First though Em’s got all the exclusive behind the scenes gossip from before her big chat, from attending the group press conference, with bonus added footage, to what Em was doing while waiting in the foyer and why she had a ‘Where’s Wally’ book with her too. Then there’s the 5 minutes of allocated interview time that Em had with Meryl and Anne, which Em somehow managed to extend into a 7 minute plus chat, because of course she did. There’s also more bonus footage from the fan event after her chat, where Meryl spotted Em in the crowd and came over to say hello. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!’ the return of Mother Madonna on the weekend at Coachella with Sabrina Carpenter. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back-to-back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    42 min
  6. The Baroness, Coachella, Katseye & Hacks

    15 ABR

    The Baroness, Coachella, Katseye & Hacks

    Become an Emsolation Extra Member - access BONUS eps & other exclusives NOW @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ Get tickets to Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival June 5 & 6 NOW @ https://cabaret.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ Em and Michael have finished the first draft of their musical ‘The Baroness’, which means Em has it on hand at all times, regardless of the risks of random writers or unemployed actors spotting it. Meanwhile weekend one of Coachella has come and gone and the 90s nostalgia is real enough for Em to declare her and Michael officially too old for Coachella, unless they can accommodate some very specific and hilarious tweaks. Inside they cover off everything from the 90s fashion, to the contrast between Justin Bieber and Sabrina Carpenter’s shows, and the cameos from Susan Sarandon, Will Ferrell, Billy Corgan, Vanessa Carlton, J’Lo and more. There’s rumours Mother Madge, aka Madonna is primed for this weekend too…SQUEAL! Em also needs to acknowledge how hectic her algorithm is because it’s serving up all sorts of everything thanks to her Baroness research, her love of Korean group Katseye, and Elio’s obsession over straight white men on mountain bikes wearing GoPros. Plus there’s also some love for the first ep of the final season of ‘Hacks’ and a few other recommended viewing options as well. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!’ J’Lo at Coachella, there's also another contender for most unhinged dating profile EVER, plus Michael’s got a surprise ‘Okay, Stop!’ for Em with the trailer for the new movie ‘The Invite’. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min
  7. In Conversation with Donna Hay

    8 ABR

    In Conversation with Donna Hay

    Become an Emsolation Extra Member - access BONUS eps & other exclusives NOW @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ Get tickets to Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival June 5 & 6 NOW @ https://cabaret.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ Donna Hay is easily Australia’s most famous food stylist and cookbook author, and she’s joining us to celebrate her new 4 part series ‘Donna Hay Coastal Celebrations’, which is now streaming on Disney+. Turns out it's the perfect watch, full of stunning visuals, amazing recipes and brilliant tablescaping tips to escape the dumpster fire of the world right now for a moment. Donna is the Queen of attention to detail, so we probably should have made sure to clean our dusty side table before she arrived. As the ultimate host Donna comes bearing gifts she made herself and offers up some shortcuts and tips to make your busy life easier. Em also offers up her suggestion for Donna to revive ‘Surprise Chef’ and create a cookbook for exhausted women. We also talk about her befriending Stanley Tucci, becoming Martha Stewart, her Easter dinner plans, and she answers a series of Em’s rapid fire questions, like the one thing always in her fridge, what ingredient upgrades anything and her go-to “I can’t be bothered” meal. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael reveal all the prep behind Em’s interview with Meryl Streep and Anne Hathaway in Korea for ‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    36 min
  8. Michael’s US Trip, Barbra’s Oscar Tribute & Project Hail Mary

    1 ABR

    Michael’s US Trip, Barbra’s Oscar Tribute & Project Hail Mary

    Become an Emsolation Extra Member - access the FULL Sealed Section, other bonus eps & exclusives NOW @ https://emsolation.supercast.com/ Get tickets to Em's new show 'Addicted to Love' at the Adelaide Cabaret Festival June 5 & 6 NOW @ https://cabaret.adelaidefestivalcentre.com.au/ Get new Emsolation merch for a LIMITED TIME @ https://emrusciano.store/ After what feels like a bajillion year separation, Michael is back from his husband Adrian's dream run at South by Southwest for his debut feature horror film ‘Leviticus’. Inside Michael reveals some of the behind the scenes on the success of their visit, and what being in America right now is like with the added chaos of ICE and the Government shutdown of the TSA. There’s also the developing saga of US politicians going on spring break during the airport strike, and the sneaky pictures of right-wing Congressman Lindsay Graham’s solo trip to Disney World. We do an ’Okay, Stop!’ on one of Em and Michael's most anticipated Oscar moments: Barbra Streisand’s tribute to Robert Redford. Then, strap in, because Em is calling it, she’s become a zealot for Ryan Gosling’s life changing movie ‘Project Hail Mary’ and she’s ready to give you her pitch on why you MUST see it. Finally, we dive into a few recommendations for you to add to your rotation, the brand new album from Robyn ‘Sexistential’ and also Raye’s ‘This Music May Contain Hope’, plus Em is also loving the new Steve Carell series 'Rooster'. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em’s found a new app called ‘The Blowers’ which comes with a very unique twist, plus she's off to Korea and watching the 1997 action flick 'Face/Off' again. Get access for just $1.87 a week, or watch the full video of both episodes back to back using the link above or via the Supercast website for $2.50 a week at emsolation.supercast.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    43 min
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Join multi-media maven Em Rusciano—writer, singer, comedian, producer, podcast princess, and disability advocate—and her best friend of 30 years, award-winning screenwriter Michael Lucas (Offspring, Party Tricks, Rosehaven, The Newsreader), each week for an unpredictable mix of deeply personal anecdotes, obsessive pop culture dissections, and truly unhinged movie and TV reviews. If you’re after a show full of humour, heart, and hot takes, we’ve got good news for you! We should also warn you: Emsolation isn’t just a podcast—it’s a community. A place where listeners feel seen, heard, and thoroughly entertained. Welcome to the family! We’re so happy you’re here. You’re now an official Emsolator.

Ficha técnica

  • Canal
    The House of Emsolation
  • Creado por
    Em Rusciano
  • Años en activo
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodios
    391
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Derechos de autor
    © 2024 Em Rusciano
  • Sitio web del podcast
    Emsolation
  • Proveedor

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