Wine Chats Podcast

Billi & Lyndsey
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Two besties. One bottle. Zero filters! Welcome to Wine Chats Podcast - a comedy and lifestyle show where we say what everyone else is thinking. We’re Billi Milovanovic & Lyndsey Kirkwood, the creators of Wine Chats Podcast. Are we wine experts? Nope. Do we care? Not at all! We proudly order the house white and spill our unfiltered thoughts on marriage, sex, relationships, parenthood, and the week’s hottest topics - nothing is off-limits. What makes us different? 15 years of friendship and zero fear of keeping it real. Our chats are raw, real, and totally uncensored, just like the best convos over wine should be. So grab a glass, get comfy, and come hang with us. We’re your new besties now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 21h ago

    The Stupid Little Things That PISS Us Off

    EP 27 is a funny, very relatable conversation between Billy and Lindsay about the small, ridiculous things that absolutely drive them insane—the kind of pet peeves that probably shouldn’t matter, but somehow “boil your blood.” The episode kicks off with their usual banter before they introduce the topic and get sidetracked by a 2025 Lover’s Grave Shiraz, which they absolutely love. They describe it as rich, smooth, full of plum and dark berry flavours, and even call it the best Shiraz they've had. Then they dive into their list of pet peeves, including: Cupboard knobs getting caught on pockets and pulling them backwards. Door handles catching hair, especially when walking past them. Sports-bra padding being ridiculously difficult to put back correctly after washing. Getting mascara under the eyes after sneezing or accidentally smudging it. Shower water dripping onto you after you've already dried yourself. Accidentally spraying hairspray or perfume into their eyes. Breaking a nail too far down, leaving it constantly catching on things. Jeans stretching out after you've worn them and becoming too loose. The frustration of being between clothing sizes when one size is too small and the next is too big. Wet socks, whether from rain, stepping on something wet, or getting water inside shoes. Sitting on already-wet seats on water rides, which they both agree is one of the worst feelings. Summer sweat and damp underwear, leading to an unexpectedly hilarious conversation about carrying spare underwear. They even get into the annoying post-period discharge/“gunky” feeling and share their own ways of dealing with it. A big part of the episode's humour comes from how differently Billy and Lindsay approach these little annoyances: Lindsay is much more focused on tiny details, while Billy admits she tends to overlook them and move on. Overall, it's a light, unfiltered and highly relatable episode built around everyday annoyances, with plenty of friendship banter, oversharing, wine chat and hilarious disagreements. They finish by joking that their advice is simple: if you're building a house, get handles instead of knobs; if you're dealing with summer sweat, carry spare underwear.

    The Stupid Little Things That PISS Us Off

  2. Aug 29

    Why Are Neighbors So Annoying? The Psychology of Bad Neighbors

    In Episode 26 of WineChats, Billi and Lyndsey crack open a bottle of wine and dive into the world of bad neighbors—from annoying little habits to truly bizarre neighborhood stories. It all starts when Billi's Amazon package is accidentally delivered to a neighbor's house. After the package disappears for several days, another neighbor eventually returns it—already opened—despite Billi's name and address being clearly printed on the box. What was inside? A hair volumizing spray. The unnecessarily dramatic package mystery becomes the perfect excuse for the pair to dedicate the episode to bad neighbors. From there, they discuss some of the most frustrating neighborhood issues: people blocking driveways, arguments over street parking, noisy households and barking dogs, owners who don't clean up after their pets, messy yards, and the unwritten rules of living close to other people. Despite the complaints, they also acknowledge that sometimes neighbors are simply doing their best—especially when it comes to difficult pets or chaotic households. The episode also features increasingly wild stories, including one about a difficult neighbor whose history of antagonizing his neighbors leads to a shocking situation when he desperately needs help during a medical emergency.

    Why Are Neighbors So Annoying? The Psychology of Bad Neighbors

  3. Aug 22

    Are We Bad Parents? The Parenting Confessions We Probably Shouldn’t Be Admitting | Wine Chats

    Are we bad parents? Maybe. 😂 In this episode of Wine Chats, Lindsay and Billy confess the parenting moments that have made them question themselves, from taking their moods out on their kids and holding grudges after an argument, to letting kids watch age inappropriate movies, avoiding the awkward sex talk and taking them out of school for a fun day. They also get very honest about missing important school events, wondering who their kids really are outside the home and the terrifying question every parent eventually asks: did we actually raise them well? No perfect parenting advice here. Just two mums figuring it out, one questionable parenting decision at a time. #WineChats #Parenting #ParentingConfessions #MumLife #BadParent #Motherhood

    Are We Bad Parents? The Parenting Confessions We Probably Shouldn’t Be Admitting | Wine Chats

  4. Aug 16

    Lindsay Clancy, Postpartum Mental Health & The Questions Nobody Can Answer

    WineChats Episode 24 takes a much darker and more serious turn as Billi and Lyndsey discuss the ongoing trial of Lindsay Clancy, a mother accused of killing her three young children before attempting suicide. They begin by acknowledging how sensitive and confronting the case is, while making it clear that they are discussing it as two women trying to understand an incredibly complicated situation. The conversation focuses heavily on postpartum mental health, the medical system, medication and whether enough was done to help Clancy before the tragedy occurred. They discuss her documented struggles, the different medications she was prescribed, her interactions with medical professionals, and the question of whether she was adequately supported and monitored. A major part of the episode explores the internet's reaction to the case. Billi and Lyndsey push back against social-media theories accusing Clancy's husband of being responsible, arguing that short clips and snippets of testimony can easily be taken out of context and turned into misleading narratives. They repeatedly stress that these are real people who have experienced an unimaginable loss, rather than characters in an online story. They also grapple with the difficult question of justice versus mental illness. If Clancy was experiencing an extreme mental-health crisis, hearing voices and experiencing frightening thoughts, how should responsibility be determined? The hosts admit that they are torn between the horrific reality that three children died and the possibility that severe mental illness and failures within the support system contributed to what happened. The discussion then turns to what could potentially have prevented the tragedy, particularly the importance of taking parents seriously when they first say they are struggling. They question whether intervention should happen much earlier, before someone reaches the point of experiencing thoughts of suicide or harming their children. Another interesting thread is their discussion of jury duty and how difficult it would be to make a life-changing decision in a case where there are so many conflicting emotions, facts and circumstances. They question how jurors can objectively determine what happened when they themselves struggle to decide how they feel about the case. Ultimately, EP 24 isn't presented as having a simple answer. It's a conversation about postpartum mental health, medical intervention, social-media misinformation, accountability, motherhood, grief and the devastating consequences when multiple factors collide. The hosts repeatedly come back to the idea that the tragedy cannot be explained by one single factor. The episode closes on a much lighter note, with the hosts essentially raising a glass to mothers before joking that next week's conversation definitely won't be about this case — perhaps they'll talk about penguins instead.

    Lindsay Clancy, Postpartum Mental Health & The Questions Nobody Can Answer

  5. Aug 10

    Why we will NEVER go on a CRUISE SHIP

    This episode of WineChats dives into one of the hosts' biggest travel dealbreakers: cruises. What starts with a wine tasting quickly turns into an entertaining but surprisingly detailed discussion about why Billi and Lyndsey have absolutely no interest in setting foot on a cruise ship. The episode begins with the hosts tasting a 2025 Pinot Noir from Western Australia's Pemberton region, sharing their thoughts on lighter red wines, their personal preferences, and the touching story printed on the bottle's label before the conversation shifts to travel.  From there, they explain why cruises have never appealed to them, discussing everything from claustrophobia, seasickness, overcrowding, and feeling trapped at sea to their dislike of the stereotypical cruise atmosphere. While acknowledging that millions of people love cruising, they candidly explain why it simply isn't for them.  The discussion then explores several infamous cruise incidents that reinforced their fears. They talk about the disappearance of Amy Bradley, highlighting the complications of investigations in international waters and why cruise ship jurisdiction makes missing-person cases particularly unsettling.  The hosts also recount the infamous Carnival "Poop Cruise", where an engine fire left thousands of passengers stranded without power or functioning toilets, creating unsanitary conditions that became one of the most notorious cruise disasters in recent history.  Finally, they discuss the Costa Concordia tragedy, breaking down how poor leadership, delayed emergency responses, inadequate crew training, and communication failures contributed to the disaster. The conversation focuses less on the accident itself and more on how quickly poor decision-making can turn an emergency into a catastrophe, reinforcing why both hosts have no desire to cruise.  Blending humour with genuine anxiety, this episode combines wine tasting, personal travel preferences, true-crime style storytelling, and discussions about real maritime disasters, making for one of the more suspenseful and opinionated conversations on WineChats.

    Why we will NEVER go on a CRUISE SHIP

  6. Aug 10

    Why we will NEVER go on a CRUISE SHIP!

    This episode of WineChats dives into one of the hosts' biggest travel dealbreakers: cruises. What starts with a wine tasting quickly turns into an entertaining but surprisingly detailed discussion about why Billi and Lyndsey have absolutely no interest in setting foot on a cruise ship. The episode begins with the hosts tasting a 2025 Pinot Noir from Western Australia's Pemberton region, sharing their thoughts on lighter red wines, their personal preferences, and the touching story printed on the bottle's label before the conversation shifts to travel.  From there, they explain why cruises have never appealed to them, discussing everything from claustrophobia, seasickness, overcrowding, and feeling trapped at sea to their dislike of the stereotypical cruise atmosphere. While acknowledging that millions of people love cruising, they candidly explain why it simply isn't for them.  The discussion then explores several infamous cruise incidents that reinforced their fears. They talk about the disappearance of Amy Bradley, highlighting the complications of investigations in international waters and why cruise ship jurisdiction makes missing-person cases particularly unsettling.  The hosts also recount the infamous Carnival "Poop Cruise", where an engine fire left thousands of passengers stranded without power or functioning toilets, creating unsanitary conditions that became one of the most notorious cruise disasters in recent history.  Finally, they discuss the Costa Concordia tragedy, breaking down how poor leadership, delayed emergency responses, inadequate crew training, and communication failures contributed to the disaster. The conversation focuses less on the accident itself and more on how quickly poor decision-making can turn an emergency into a catastrophe, reinforcing why both hosts have no desire to cruise.  Blending humour with genuine anxiety, this episode combines wine tasting, personal travel preferences, true-crime style storytelling, and discussions about real maritime disasters, making for one of the more suspenseful and opinionated conversations on WineChats.

    Why we will NEVER go on a CRUISE SHIP!

  7. Aug 1

    The Anti-Aging Skincare Mistakes Making You Look Older 😳

    This episode of WineChats is all about skincare, aging, and finding products that actually work as your skin changes over time. Billi and Lyndsey open up about the realities of getting older, sharing honest conversations about wrinkles, dry skin, Botox, changing routines, and the emotional side of seeing your skin evolve. Rather than chasing perfection, they discuss learning to adapt, embracing aging, and finding confidence through informed skincare choices. The conversation explores everything from winter skin struggles and upper lip lines to SPF, moisturisers, peptides, foundations for mature skin, and why skincare doesn't have to be about vanity. They also chat about visiting Functional Skin, discovering products that have genuinely impressed them, and why trust matters when choosing skincare brands. Along the way, they separate marketing hype from real experience, compare different products they've tried, and explain how their routines have changed with age. To wrap up, they dive into the surprising connection between diet and skin health, discussing dairy, lactose-free milk, inflammation, acne, and the importance of experimenting to understand what works for your own body. As always, the episode blends practical advice, personal stories, plenty of laughs, and a glass of wine into an honest conversation that reminds listeners they're not alone in navigating the changes that come with getting older.

    The Anti-Aging Skincare Mistakes Making You Look Older 😳

  8. Jul 30

    I lost my first pet as an adult and here’s everything I want to prepare pet parents for!

    In this deeply emotional episode of WineChats, Billi and Lyndsey set aside their usual light-hearted conversations to discuss one of the hardest experiences many pet owners face: losing a beloved pet. After introducing their new wine sponsor, Naked Wines, and tasting a 2025 Chardonnay, the tone quickly shifts as Lyndsey shares the heartbreaking story of saying goodbye to her dog, Frankie, who had been part of her family for nearly 13 years. Lyndsey recounts Frankie's final days, from what initially seemed like a routine arthritis flare-up to a rapid decline that forced her family to make the devastating decision to have him euthanized. She opens up about the guilt, denial, and overwhelming grief that comes with losing a pet as an adult, explaining how different it feels compared to losing a childhood pet. The conversation becomes even more shocking when Lyndsey reveals that, after Frankie passed away, the veterinary hospital accidentally lost his body due to a tagging error. She describes the distress of receiving conflicting phone calls from the vet and the crematorium, the trauma of being asked to identify her deceased dog from a photograph, and the fear that she might receive the wrong ashes. The hosts reflect on how administrative mistakes during moments of grief can make an already unbearable situation even more painful. Throughout the episode, Billi shares her own perspective as a pet owner, discussing how getting her own dog changed her understanding of the bond people have with their animals. Together, they explore the routines, companionship, and unconditional love pets bring into everyday life, and why their absence leaves such a profound silence. They also discuss the difficult process of grieving, supporting children through pet loss, and the importance of cherishing every moment with the animals we love. The episode concludes with a heartfelt reminder that our pets spend their entire lives loving us unconditionally. Billi and Lyndsey encourage listeners to treasure the time they have with their animals and, when the time eventually comes to say goodbye, to be there with them until the very end. It's one of the most vulnerable and emotional conversations the hosts have shared, offering comfort, empathy, and a sense of community to anyone who has experienced the loss of a cherished pet. 🎧 Listen now and decide for yourself… truth or total madness? New episodes every week — grab a glass and join the chat ~~~ Want a sneak peek behind the scenes of Wine Chats and Billi & Lyndsey's lives? Become a member here on YouTube and enjoy exclusive weekly content! / @winechatspodcast Obsessed with our feet? You’re not alone. Become a member for exclusive foot content: / @winechatspodcast

    I lost my first pet as an adult and here’s everything I want to prepare pet parents for!
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Two besties. One bottle. Zero filters! Welcome to Wine Chats Podcast - a comedy and lifestyle show where we say what everyone else is thinking. We’re Billi Milovanovic & Lyndsey Kirkwood, the creators of Wine Chats Podcast. Are we wine experts? Nope. Do we care? Not at all! We proudly order the house white and spill our unfiltered thoughts on marriage, sex, relationships, parenthood, and the week’s hottest topics - nothing is off-limits. What makes us different? 15 years of friendship and zero fear of keeping it real. Our chats are raw, real, and totally uncensored, just like the best convos over wine should be. So grab a glass, get comfy, and come hang with us. We’re your new besties now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Billi & Lyndsey
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2026
  • Episodes
    409
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2019 Wine Chats
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