Tell Me Where I'm Going (Wrong)

Josh Leuner and Sean O'Callaghan

Two exes engage in an irreverent chat about pop culture, ageing in the queer world, and what it's like for a romantic relationship to morph into friendship. Interspersed are funny quips about current events, as well as plenty of trips down memory lane. Enjoy the ride!

  1. 5d ago

    Ep 118 - You Can See Everything (from Dollywood)

    This week Josh and Sean talk about You Can See Everything, the Nathan Fielder documentary about convicted fraudster Elizabeth Holmes. Josh digs into his reaction to the film and why he believes it is an important part of pop culture history. Josh also gives us the recap of his recent trip to Nashville, the Smoky Mountains and Dollywood, as well as the special trek to visit the Dolly Parton truck stop. Did he spend a lot of money? Oh, yes! The episode also features news of music legend Alanis Morissette preparing to release a festive album set to feature guest appearances from Steve Martin, Martin Short, and TRANS Voices. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #Dollywood #DollyParton #ElizabethHolmes #tiramisu #AlanisMorissette #VeganFood #Nashville About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Halloween Dog Social: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/all-treat-no-trick-tickets-2003315325065 Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Late Arrival 02:59 Exploring Vegan Delights and Culinary Adventures 05:50 Documentary Insights: The Rise and Fall of Theranos 11:54 Experiencing Dollywood: A Theme Park Adventure 20:53 Dolly Parton's Impact and Legacy 23:54 Merchandise and Visitor Experience at Dollywood 25:00 Reflections on Travel and Nature 30:39 Cultural Observations and Political Climate 39:27 Alanis Morissette's Holiday Album Discussion 47:00 Outro

    Ep 118 - You Can See Everything (from Dollywood)
  2. Oct 20

    Ep 117 - Who Owns Our Digital Content When We No Longer Exist?

    This week Josh and Sean talk about the frustration of relying on public transportation in London, from non-stop roadworks to buses that reach scorching temperatures in summer. How does London’s public transport system stack up against other cities including Mexico City and Brisbane? The duo also discuss the reality of what happens to our digital footprints when we die. How easy is it for your next of kin to take ownership of your online content and when will Facebook eventually have more accounts for deceased users than living? The episode also features another instalment of Josh’s Plant Corner! This week Josh talks about his love for palms, in particular Chamaedorea also known as parlour palm. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #palms #plants #gardening #Brisbane #London #TransportForLondon #MexicoCity About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Guardian article on bus journeys around the world: https://www.theguardian.com/uk-news/ng-interactive/2026/sep/23/london-buses-in-terminal-decline-why-public-transport-in-global-cities-is-slowing-to-a-crawl-visualised Science Alert article about dead users’ data:  https://www.sciencealert.com/in-50-years-there-could-be-more-dead-people-on-facebook-than-living-ones Fundraising Dinner at Unity Diner: https://www.surgesanctuary.org/shop/p/octobersanctuarysupperclub Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Chit Chat 02:47 Public Transport Woes in London 05:38 The State of Buses and Infrastructure 08:41 Comparative Analysis of Global Bus Systems 11:53 Cycling in Urban Environments 14:38 Digital Footprint After Death 20:49 Digital Legacy and Ownership 28:38 Data Privacy and Control 33:42 Horticulture and Plant Enthusiasm 46:14 Outro

    Ep 117 - Who Owns Our Digital Content When We No Longer Exist?
  3. Oct 13

    Ep 116 - Are GLP-1 Tablets a Game Changer?

    This week Josh and Sean jump back into one of their most-discussed topics, sharing experiences and thoughts about GLP-1s. The duo share their thoughts on the cost and convenience of the tablet variant of Wegovy and how it stacks up against the injection pens. Are they as affective? Are the tablets better than the pens? The episode also finds Sean sharing his experiences of using a CPAP machine and if he would ever consider the new under tongue implant developed to help people living with obstructive sleep apnea. Josh and Sean also chat about upcoming gigs and music tours, including their surprise at discovering that legacy acts including Kylie Minogue and Tears For Fears opening for Harry Styles on his current tour. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #GLP1 #Mounjaro #CPAP #Wegovy #HarryStyles #Kylie About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Kath & Kim AFL Grand Final Performance: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Envv51jTcvc Fundraising Dinner at Unity Diner: https://www.surgesanctuary.org/shop/p/octobersanctuarysupperclub Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:03 Art, Inspiration, and Class Dynamics 04:54 Harry Styles and Nostalgia Acts 07:55 The CPAP Experience and Alternatives 11:02 Innovative Sleep Apnea Solutions 16:55 Cultural Commentary and Drag Race UK 22:04 Sean's Weight Journey Update 25:43 The Impact of Medication on Eating Patterns 28:26 Exploring New Medication Options 31:47 The Cost of Weight Loss Drugs 33:42 The NHS and Access to Weight Loss Drugs 35:55 The Emotional Struggles of Weight Management 38:53 The Debate on Weight Loss and Health 39:51 Concluding Thoughts and Future Updates 46:32 Outro

    Ep 116 - Are GLP-1 Tablets a Game Changer?
  4. Oct 6

    Ep 115 - We’ve Got Something We Wanna Talk About

    This week Josh and Sean give their views and critiques on Madonna’s much-discussed performance at the MTV Video Music Awards, including the guest appearances by Sabrina Carpenter and Charli XCX. Opinions are mixed! The duo also discuss the history and impact of Australian pub rock following on from Sean seeing Hoodoo Gurus in concert this week at Electric Ballroom in Camden, 38 years after he first saw them live in Brisbane! The episode also features Josh’s Plant Corner during which he explains his appreciation of the Jubaea chilensis palm and his desire to promote this rare plant species in the UK. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #Madonna #Australia #PubRock #HoodooGurus #horticulture #SabrinaCarpenter #CharliXCX #VMAs About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Jubaea chilensis palm fruiting in North London: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdCx1zajPoW/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Location of the palm on Google Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/vKfLKxAmjwa9droH9 Four Course Vegan Supper Club at Dauns Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/classic-dauns-vegan-supper-club-tickets-1999718801767 Fundraising Dinner at Unity Diner: https://www.surgesanctuary.org/shop/p/octobersanctuarysupperclub Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by  Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Jurassic Park and AI in Hollywood 05:55 The Impact of AI on Creativity 10:50 Exploring Australian Pub Rock 22:03 Nostalgia and Concert Experiences 23:28 The Legacy of Bands: Commitment vs. Circumstance 26:30 Britpop Bands: A Legacy Assessment 27:28 Madonna's VMAs Performance: A Mixed Reception 33:24 The Evolution of Madonna: Artistic Pressure and Public Expectation 34:25 Josh's Plant Corner: Exciting Updates and Future Plans 39:17 Upcoming Adventures: Dollywood and Beyond 46:46 Outro

    Ep 115 - We’ve Got Something We Wanna Talk About
  5. Sep 29

    Ep 114 - Gaga, Kylie, Cyndi and… bulbs?

    This week Josh and Sean are talking a LOT about Lady Gaga. The duo discuss the recent onslaught of news about Gaga including her AI tech company Outer Bio, her super fan Kirill Nguyen being released from prison, and the advertising campaign with Japanese convenience chain Family Mart. The episode also features Josh’s Plant Corner, a new segment in which he shares insights from the world of horticulture! This week’s topic is bulbs. Josh and Sean also chat about Kylie Minogue performing at the AFL Grand Final and music superstar Cyndi Lauper releasing a long lost song after 40 years. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CyndiLauper #GagaDaily #OuterBio #FamilyMart #Kylie About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Pitchfork interview with Kirill Nguyen: https://pitchfork.com/story/how-the-founder-of-lady-gaga-biggest-fan-site-ended-up-in-prison/ New Cyndi Lauper song, The River Cried: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AlIEXppriM8 Kylie’s AFL Halftime Performance at the MCG: https://youtu.be/dQWkCaLjwCE?si=vLknVgEskyDTeUfZ Photo and video of Josh’s Nerine flower: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdyXNUWEXGK/?img_index=1 What The F**k Is Going On Podcast with Paul Holden: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ep-193-with-paul-holden-pt-1-the-mcsweeney-project/id1573424189?i=1000790873826 Four Course Vegan Supper Club at Dauns Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/classic-dauns-vegan-supper-club-tickets-1999718801767 Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Gratitude 02:50 Lady Gaga's Unusual Advertising Campaign 05:51 The Intersection of Celebrity and Marketing 08:46 Gaga's Fan's Remarkable Story 11:51 Cyndi Lauper's New Release 14:57 Kylie Minogue's Performance at AFL Grand Final 22:04 Kylie Minogue's Halftime Show Review 26:05 The Evolution of Halftime Shows 29:21 Josh's Plant Corner 29:58 Heated Rivalry: A Surprising Recommendation 32:00 Navigating Controversial Topics 39:12 The Complexity of Public Opinion 40:27 Celebrities and Social Responsibility 47:05 Outro

    Ep 114 - Gaga, Kylie, Cyndi and… bulbs?
  6. Sep 22

    Ep 113 - Thinking Out Loud About Gaza

    This week Josh and Sean take on a topic that has dominated the Internet for the past few weeks. The duo share their thoughts on the controversy surrounding Ed Sheeran in light of Macklemore being removed as the opening act for a portion of the English performer’s Loop Tour in the USA. The episode touches on the problematic influence of billionaire mogul Robert Kraft which resulted in Seattle rapper Macklemore being made a scapegoat for speaking up against the atrocities being committed against the Palestinian people. Josh and Sean also consider the actions of other performers who withdrew from the tour in solidarity with Macklemore and what impact this whole affair will have on the legacy of artists like Sheeran and Pink. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #EdSheeran #Pink #Macklemore #tellmewhereimgoingwrong #Gaza #Israel About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Four Course Vegan Supper Club at Dauns Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/classic-dauns-vegan-supper-club-tickets-1999718801767 Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by  Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Dynamics 02:48 Beard Care and Personal Grooming 05:51 AI Concerns and Public Discourse 08:55 Celebrity Struggles with Addiction 11:43 Isolation in Addiction Recovery 14:49 Pop Culture and Celebrity News 17:52 Botanical Discoveries and Plant Enthusiasm 22:38 The Magic of Live Performances 23:41 Controversy in the Music Industry 25:44 The Fallout of Macklemore's Statements 29:44 The Response from Ed Sheeran and Pink 33:36 Solidarity Among Artists 37:50 The Bigger Picture: Genocide and Responsibility 42:00 Concluding Thoughts on Music and Activism 46:59 Outro

    Ep 113 - Thinking Out Loud About Gaza
  7. Sep 15

    Ep 112 - Hey Sexy Mama, Wanna K*ll All Humans?

    This week Josh and Sean dive head first into online rumours that Lady Gaga is now a mother. Breaking news from gossip sites claimed that Gaga and her partner Michael Polansky are proud parents of a recently-born baby. Josh and Sean join in the wild speculation about when the international superstar could possibly have found time to have a child… and if it’s any of their business! The episode also touches on the recent rise in interest about AI and chatbots, especially in light of ex-Anthropic employee Jacob Coxon sharing concerns about AI potentially being harmful to the entire human species. Josh and Sean weigh up if they think we are really in danger from AI or if the scaremongering is all part of a plan to raise more capital and investment. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #JacobCoxon #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #Anthropic #LadyGaga #MichaelPolansky  #tellmewhereimgoingwrong About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Black Box: The Chatbots Podcast: https://www.theguardian.com/technology/series/blackbox Four Course Vegan Supper Club at Dauns Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/classic-dauns-vegan-supper-club-tickets-1999718801767 Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Chaos 02:34 Carry On Films and British Comedy 05:23 Lady Gaga's Surprise Baby 11:30 AI and the Future of Humanity 17:41 The Dangers of AI and Human Connection 22:08 The Intersection of AI and Human Relationships 23:31 The Potential Dangers of AI Technology 25:40 The Inevitable Downfall: AI and Society 27:52 AI in Healthcare: Boon or Bane? 30:21 The Economic Impact of AI on Employment 32:28 The AI Hype: Investment and Fear-Mongering 35:16 The Political Implications of AI 37:21 The Reality of AI Capabilities 38:28 Personal Reflections and Health Concerns 46:18 Outro

    Ep 112 - Hey Sexy Mama, Wanna K*ll All Humans?
  8. Sep 8

    Ep 111 - Love in an Elevator

    This week Josh and Sean share their staggering lack of knowledge when it comes to feminist activist, Gloria Steinem. When it comes to discussing facts about Steinem following her death, Josh and Sean prove little else apart from the fact that Sean knows that she was the stepmother of Christian Bale and founded Ms. magazine. Sean rants about his pet peeve when it comes to the general population not understanding how elevators work. You need to push the up button when you want to call a lift to take you up, people! The episode also checks in on the pair as they continue to come to terms with the sad death of music, movie, and philanthropic megastar Dolly Parton. Will Josh have processed enough grief in order to visit Dollywood next month? Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #GloriaSteinem #DollyParton #feminism #elevators #tellmewhereimgoingwrong  About the Hosts Josh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts  Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here: https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan  Mentioned in this episode Teen Jesus and the Jean Teasers cover All The Things She Said on Like A Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z3yZft2BNTA&list=RDZ3yZft2BNTA&start_radio=1 Four-Course Vegan Supper Club at Dauns Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/classic-dauns-vegan-supper-club-tickets-1999718801767 Theme Music Our theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here:  https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95g Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Wordle Discussion 01:57 Processing Grief: Dolly Parton's Impact 04:58 Dolly Fest: A Celebration of Life 08:05 Miley Cyrus and Modern Music Trends 11:06 Concert Experiences: Teen Jesus and the Gene Teasers 13:57 Social Norms at Concerts 17:12 Cultural Reflections on Music and Media 21:00 Elevator Etiquette and Everyday Frustrations 23:05 Elevator Etiquette and Digital Literacy 34:26 The Impact of Technology on Human Behaviour 44:00 Remembering Gloria Steinem: A Complex Legacy 46:30 Outro

    Ep 111 - Love in an Elevator

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Two exes engage in an irreverent chat about pop culture, ageing in the queer world, and what it's like for a romantic relationship to morph into friendship. Interspersed are funny quips about current events, as well as plenty of trips down memory lane. Enjoy the ride!