Tell Me Where I'm Going (Wrong)

Josh Leuner and Sean O'Callaghan
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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!

  1. 5h ago

    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

  2. Sep 1

    Ep 110 - We Will Always Love Dolly

    This week Josh and Sean share their profound sadness over the death of universal megastar and undisputed cultural icon, Dolly Parton. The pair discuss Dolly’s lifelong dedication to compassion, her support of diverse communities, her connection with LGBT communities, her charitable work, and her cross-generational appeal that the world has never seen before and will probably never see again. The episode also touches on the death of acting and voiceover legend, Tim Curry. Josh and Sean talk about their love of Tim’s influential performance in The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #DollyParton #Dollywood #TimCurry #RockyHorror #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  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 Reflections 04:43 Dolly's Impact and Connection with Fans 06:40 Dolly as a Cultural Icon 10:48 Dolly's Omnipresence in Life 12:55 Reactions to Dolly's Passing 15:41 Favourite Dolly Songs and Their Significance 18:37 Dolly's Acceptance and Love for All 21:46 Dolly's Legacy and Selflessness 25:41 Personal Anecdotes and Final Thoughts 26:33 The Uniqueness of Dolly Parton 27:31 A Bittersweet Pilgrimage to Dollywood 29:09 Reflecting on Celebrity Losses 30:13 Tim Curry's Impact on Queer Cinema 32:14 Tim Curry's Versatility in Film 34:36 The Legacy of Tim Curry 36:34 Rocky Horror's Cultural Significance 39:34 Audience Participation in Rocky Horror 41:51 Demis Roussos and a Hijacked Plane 44:57 Emotional Responses to Celebrity Deaths 46:59 Outro

    Ep 110 - We Will Always Love Dolly

  3. Aug 25

    Ep 109 - Sue would like to hear Demis Roussos

    This week Josh and Sean discuss Josh’s 50th birthday celebrations which took place the night before recording of this episode. They danced the night away at a north London vegan venue and met a few listeners of the podcast! The pair also discuss their favourite stand up comedians including Stewart Lee, Frankie Boyle, and Meg Stalter. Josh shares his thoughts on being a bit let down by the recent Kristen Schaal show he attended, although he was impressed by opener Chloe Petts.  The episode also revisits the hosts’ love for Abigail’s party, the legendary filmed-for-television play featuring iconic actor Alison Steadman. It is the reason why Josh and Sean call each other Sue every episode! Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #AbigailsParty #AlisonSteadman #KristenSchaal #ChloePetts #Comedy #UKcomedy 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  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 to the Podcast and Hosts 00:50 The Concept of Money and Happiness 02:46 Exploring Emotional Blocks and Mental Health 05:49 Comedy: Subjectivity and Personal Preferences 08:48 Stand-Up Comedy: What Makes It Funny? 11:50 Live Comedy Experience: Kristen Schaal's Show 17:45 Reflections on Absurdist Comedy and Personal Taste 23:46 Comedy and Performance Styles 27:00 The Challenge of Live Comedy 31:49 Feedback and Audience Reception 33:56 Celebrating Milestones and Community 45:19 Cultural References and Shared Humour 46:49 Outro

    Ep 109 - Sue would like to hear Demis Roussos

  4. Aug 18

    Ep 108 - Total Eclipse of the Charts

    This week Josh and Sean discuss the record-breaking chart performance of Kylie Minogue and Madonna as their collaboration, Love Sensation, hits the UK top ten. How many more hits does Madonna need to pass Cliff Richard? Why don’t old people know how to stream music? All this and more is discussed! The pair also discuss the recent partial eclipse seen around the UK and how the moon is actually travelling away from Earth, meaning one day eclipses will be a thing of the past. But don’t worry. That won’t happen for another 650 million years or so. The episode also explores the rising cost of renting a home in London. From bedrooms in share houses to caravans in a stranger’s driveway, working class people are being forced out of the capital by extortionate rents for tiny properties. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #Madonna #Kylie #KylieMinogue #LoveSensation #Eclipse #London #RentalCrisis Mentioned in this episode Tickets for Queer Vegan Disco on 21st August: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-vegan-disco-tickets-1993624603857 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  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 The Art of Selective Pruning 03:38 Celebrating Birthdays and Plant Care 09:43 Madonna and Kylie's Chart Success 19:37 Streaming vs. Physical Sales in Music 21:17 The Streaming Dilemma: Charting Success 24:33 Housing Crisis in London: The Cost of Living 29:51 The Struggles of Job Hunting in London 37:11 Eclipses and the Future of Earth 45:05 Public Safety Alerts: A Necessary Measure? 46:51 Outro

    Ep 108 - Total Eclipse of the Charts

  5. Aug 11

    Ep 107 - Quicker Than a Ray of Light

    This week Josh and Sean discuss the recent (and historic) controversies surrounding celebrity gossip blogger, Perez Hilton. Following the blogger’s apparent mental health emergency that was live-streamed, the duo discuss how he mistreated mostly-female celebrities across decades. The pair also discuss the death of music producer William Orbit, most known for his collaboration with Madonna on her Ray of Light album. Sean explores the diversity of Orbit’s work and uncovers some surpassing collaborations including Betty Boo, Blur, and Belinda Carlisle. The episode also explores the current UK political landscape as Josh suggests that perhaps the Conservative Party is losing votes to Reform (and Restore) because some voters don’t want to support a Black woman (Kemi Badenoch) as the potential Prime Minister. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #PerezHilton #WilliamOrbit #RayOfLight #Madonna #UKpolitics #KemiBadenoch Mentioned in this episode Tickets for Queer Vegan Disco on 21st August: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-vegan-disco-tickets-1993624603857 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  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 Light Banter 02:25 Celebrity Gossip and Mental Health 05:27 The Controversial Figure of Perez Hilton 08:37 The Impact of Celebrity Culture 11:38 Mental Health and Public Perception 14:35 Empathy in the Age of Social Media 17:25 Pop Culture and Personal Taste 22:09 Remembering William Orbit 35:03 The Conservative Party's Controversial Candidate 46:28 Celebrating Milestones and Upcoming Events 46:36 Outro

    Ep 107 - Quicker Than a Ray of Light

  6. Aug 4

    Ep 106 - Church of the Poison Mind

    This week Josh and Sean discuss the death of Academy Award-winning artist Glen Hansard, including his controversial reputation for having relationships with younger women. They ask the question about how easy it is to separate a celebrated artist from their controversial actions. The pair also discuss Boy George and his recently released AI-assisted song. The track contains lyrics that show support for Israel while condemning other musical artists that have publicly stood up for Gaza.  The episode spends time remembering comedian, conservationist, singer, bird enthusiast, and TV star Bill Oddie. Sean recalls how omnipresent Bill and his The Goodies castmates were during his childhood in Australia, whereas Josh talks of never having seen the show. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #GlenHansard #BillOddie  #UKpolitics #BoyGeorge #TheGoodies Mentioned in this episode Tickets for Queer Vegan Disco on 21st August: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-vegan-disco-tickets-1993624603857 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  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 Connection Issues 01:59 Personal Updates and Grooming Choices 05:04 Subcultures and Stereotypes in Fashion 07:53 Celebrity Deaths and Media Consumption 11:03 The Grammys and Cultural Representation 17:08 Reflections on Glenn Hansard's Legacy 22:03 Controversial Relationships in Music 24:07 Reflections on Recent Deaths in the Music Industry 26:01 The Legacy of Bill Oddie 33:22 Boy George's Controversial New Single 42:06 AI in Music Creation and Ethical Dilemmas 45:30 Outro

    Ep 106 - Church of the Poison Mind

  7. Jul 28

    Ep 105 - Is Andy Burnham a Virgin Who Can’t Drive?

    This week Josh and Sean discuss the always soaring costs of subscription services, including YouTube movie rentals and Spotify Premium. Why do we increasingly find ourselves not ever owning anything, but rather leasing our experiences? The pair also remember music icon Sinead O’Connor on the third anniversary of her passing. They share their memories of the pop culture legend and recall the poignant experience of visiting her grave. Sean wraps things up by going on a rant about the UK’s news Prime Minister, Andy Burnham. He questions if announcements made by the new PM to fight the cost of living are just performative and how he thinks the Government should be going after elites and billionaires with wealth taxes and caps. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #AndyBurnham #Clueless #YouTube #AliciaSilverstone #UKpolitics #wealthcap #SineadOconnor Mentioned in this episode Tickets for Queer Vegan Disco on 21st August: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-vegan-disco-tickets-1993624603857 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  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 Episode Overview 00:37 Sean discusses YouTube's movie rental and purchase prices 02:04 The issue of digital ownership and passing rights to heirs 04:09 Lloyd Cole's views on digital music and ownership 05:44 Sean on YouTube Premium and quality restrictions 07:10 The experience of watching videos with and without Premium 08:20 Subscription services and targeted ads on Spotify and podcasts 12:44 The societal implications of subscription capitalism 14:10 AI models breaking containment and potential dangers 16:44 The dystopian future and AI hacking incidents 19:13 Personal reflections on anniversaries and mortality 20:13 Celebrating Sean and Hill's anniversary and plans 21:41 Dealing with illness and upcoming open mic performance 23:01 Josh's hosting style and musical interests 24:23 Remembering Sinead O'Connor and her legacy 25:23 The significance of her death and memorials 26:10 Reflections on aging, retirement, and economic concerns 28:18 UK political updates and cost of living measures 30:18 The future of work, pensions, and economic stability 35:45 Critique of capitalism and societal inequality 36:09 Closing thoughts and personal reflections 45:31 Outro

    Ep 105 - Is Andy Burnham a Virgin Who Can’t Drive?

  8. Jul 21

    Ep 104 - Do Italians Really Do it Better?

    This week Josh and Sean discuss Madonna's famous "Italians do it better" T-shirt. How did this tee become so iconic? It only appeared in one music video but went on to become forever linked to the pop superstar. The pair also chat about the death of film star Sam Neill, his views on meat eating, and some of his best known film roles, before tackling bigger conversations about privilege, consumerism, and the complexities of living ethically in an unequal world. Things then take a distinctly Australian turn as Sean attempts to explain the mysteries of "yeah nah" before the pair share some truly terrifying stories involving huntsman spiders, including one with a dead mouse that might make you think twice about visiting Down Under. Enjoy the ride! #podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs #vegan #SamNeill  #NigelFarage #AnnWiddecombe #Spiders #ItaliansDoItBetter #Madonna #Australia Mentioned in this episode Giant Spider Carries Mouse up wall: https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2016/oct/24/australia-giant-spider-mouse-carry-horrifying-impressive Tickets for Queer Vegan Disco on 21st August: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/queer-vegan-disco-tickets-1993624603857 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  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 T-Shirt Talk 02:55 Madonna and Karaoke Night 05:59 Cultural Identity and Ancestry 08:57 Sam Neill's Legacy and Impact 11:59 Controversial Views on Meat Consumption 14:56 Reflections on Wealth and Hypocrisy 21:37 Privilege and Consumerism 24:46 White Guilt and Global Disparity 27:46 The Complexity of Political Safety 31:25 Language and Cultural Nuances 35:11 Fears and Encounters with Nature 46:54 Outro

    Ep 104 - Do Italians Really Do it Better?
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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!

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  • Creator
    Josh Leuner and Sean O'Callaghan
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    111
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Josh Leuner and Sean O'Callaghan
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