Weirder Together with Ben Lee and Ione Skye
A weekly podcast from Ben Lee and Ione Skye about being eccentric, married, artists. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 04, 2025
Hanging with Ninajirachi
Today we discuss the new Andy Kaufman doco “Thank You Very Much”, Jefferey Lewis and Michigan woodland fisting circles, before being joined in the studio by Australian EDM genius Ninajirachi. To dive deeper into our world, and to hear the full finished version of Nina’s song, visit us at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/
Wed, March 26, 2025
Oasis. Miranda July. Lonnie Holley. 23 & Me. Dave Navarro. Ben Harper.
On our most mildly controversial pod yet, Ben asserts the theory that Ben Harper is single handedly responsible for unintentionally ruining Australian music. Meanwhile, Ione shocks Miranda July with her bisexuality, and we explain why Oasis are the most generous pop stars of the modern era. We also touch on Dave Navarro’s body modification kink, why Pete Hegseth’s group chat mistake is very relatable, wonder whether we should we care that 23andMe have our DNA, and why no one seems to be drilling holes in their heads as a bio-hack anymore.To delve deeper into our world visit us at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/
Trailer · Wed, March 19, 2025
Led Zeppelin Is For Nerds?!
Ben Lee and Ione Skye give their hot take on Led Zeppelin
Trailer · Wed, March 19, 2025
'Would you let you child be on a track with Puff Daddy?!'
Ben and Ione sit down with guest Cameron James to discuss all the things including Kanye West allow daughter North West to be on a track with P Diddy
Tue, March 18, 2025
NYT Bestseller, PJ Harvey, Aleister Crowley, Cameron James
On today's episode, we celebrate Ione officially making the New York Times Best Seller list, Ben’s experience at PJ Harvey, whether Kanye’s use of the swastika is cultural appropriation and we catch up with Aussie comedian Cameron James and chat about his new special “Bangers”
Tue, March 11, 2025
Chateau Marmont Book Party. Drew Barrymore. Bitch Boys. Bret Easton Ellis. White Lotus.
Ione throws a wild party at Chateau Marmont to celebrate her book. Ben wonders is he really a simp? For a deeper dive into our world visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/
Tue, March 04, 2025
Ione’s US Book Launch. Green Day. Kylie Minogue. Mallrat. Brad Troemel. Naomi Fry’s Bday
Huge day as Ione’s memoir “Say Everything” hits the stores in the US! She fills us in about Ione’s reading at the Strand with Eric Stoltz and Naomi Fry’s iconic bday party. Ben talks seeing Green Day, Mallrat and Kylie Minogue this week, getting drunk with Brad Troemel and they pair share some surprising Oscar hot takes! For extra content visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/
S5 E170 · Mon, February 24, 2025
Trying on Stevie Nicks' Shoes at Christina Applegate's House
On today's pod Ione tells the story of trying on Stevie Nicks' shoes in Christina Applegate's closet as well as the Hollywood fantasy of stress sex, NWA member Eazy-E’s beverage habits, the karmic bond between Chuck D and Flavor Flav, Sylvester Stallone sex tape, cradling the balls, Jazz-Pop, City Pop, Terrace House, the Japanese art of self-cancellation, why all musicians are haters, our enemies list, who is going to offended by Ione’s memoir, the difference between Australia and America’s anti-defamation laws, what Ione learned in Media training, Anthony Keidis, growing up during social media and why sex is like jamming.... Dive deeper into our world visit us at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ To pre-order Ione's memoir "Say Everything" visit https://linktr.ee/ioneskye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 18, 2025
White Lotus! Mahjong! SNL50! The Bangles! Rodarte! The Strokes! Yoko Ono!
Ione is in LA. Ben is in Sydney. A remote pod where we delve into the topics of the day while Ione promotes her upcoming memoir and Ben preps for a road trip with Gus the puppy. To delve deeper into our world visit http://weirdertogether.substack.com To pre-order Ione's book visit https://linktr.ee/ioneskye Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 11, 2025
Remembering Tom Robbins
Today, we talk about our friendship and collaboration with legendary American author Tom Robbins, celebrating his memory following his death this week at the age of 92. To listen to the album "B is for Beer: The Musical" visit https://open.spotify.com/album/1DRtV1Ma9ySGQa2z8b9fRZ?si=NSEV2gQkRrayiFAASu0vHw To donate to one of Tom's favorite charities see links below: Hospice of the Northwest https://www.hospicenw.org/ The Museum of Northwest Art https://www.monamuseum.org/ The La Conner Swinomish Library https://www.laconnerswinomishlibrary.org/ SPOT Animal Rescue https://www.savingpetsoneatatime.org/ To watch the full video of this episode, and for a deeper dive into our world, visit us at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 07, 2025
A Complete Unknown, Information Warfare, Gillian Welch, Led Zeppelin, Severance.
For a deeper dive into the subjects covered visit us at http://weirdertogether.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, January 19, 2025
Ione Films Anaconda with Jack Black & Paul Rudd, TikTok ban, Heidi and Spencer, Mr A+
On today’s pod we discuss the big news of Ione starring in the new comedic reboot of “Anaconda”, shooting on the Gold Coast while the terrifying LA wildfires raged and lots more! Deeper dive, as always, up on our Substack at http://weirdertogether.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 27, 2024
Tamarama Christmas Party, Anora, Mick Fleetwood, Blake Lively, Lana Turner, Pulp
We are back with a holiday pod discussing Christmas in Australia, holidays in Terrigal, Dan and Jedda Stricker’s iconic Christmas party, the search for the perfect haircut, the magic of Byron Spencer, not loving Anora, whether cinema can ever belong to young people the way pop music does, the Blake Lively/Justin Baldoni lawsuit, Hollywood smear campaigns, the witch archetype, the art of the personal media narrative, Lana Turner, Ione’s audiobook, Mick Fleetwood and why drummers have big personalities, Buckethead vs Slash, Carrot Top and the perfect blend of looks and charisma, the Pulp 33 1/3 book, career suicide, Jarvis vs Michael Jackson, and why we still love 7” singles. For more info on all of this and to subscribe to our newsletter visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, December 09, 2024
Tilda Swinton, Black Sabbath, Block Blast, Le Bal des Debutantes, Apple Martin, Canceling vs Karma
On today’s pod we chat about Ione’s top secret new job, the inexplicable economics of iPhone games, Apple Martin and Le Bal des Debutantes, Timotee Dylan and Rock Biopics, cancelling vs karma, 70s parties, the delicate nature of jamming, Paris Hilton melodies, Thanksgiving in Sydney, Black Sabbath’s hippy side, Bradley Cooper and Lady Gaga’s unbroken eye contact, the isolated end game of being rich, Tilda Swinton and Chris Chang’s art photo fanzine “18 & Over”. For more info on all this join our FREE Substack mailing list via https://weirdertogether.substack.com/p/tilda-swinton-black-sabbath-block Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, November 25, 2024
Eddie Vedder! Amanda De Cadenet! Didion & Babitz! The Pixies! Father John Misty!
On today’s pod we chat Ben’s Eddie Vedder experience, Ione going to see the Pixies last week, Amanda De Cadenet joining RHOBH, “Didion & Babitz” by Lili Anolik, top secret projects in Taiwan, bootleg sweatshirts, Jesse Eisenberg’s trauma tourism, remembering hearing the Strokes for the first time, whether Green Day are “hot”, Father John Misty winning over older female fans with his new album “Mahashmashana”, Schoolies Porn being shot in Surfer’s Paradise, and lots more! Visit http://weirdertogether.substack.com for additional show notes and our weekly "Pick of the Week" free newsletter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 12, 2024
Kundalini Cults, Coldplay, Crypto, Romance Was Born, Gordi, Emily Wurramara, Moby
We GET INTO IT on this weeks pod about all the above juicy subjects as well as chatting about vintage Dior nightgowns, Heavenly Creatures friendships, cult like meditation teachers and Paul Simon, as well as premiering new music from Georgia Maq and On Occassion. To dive deeper into our world, sign up for our free newsletter at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 05, 2024
Crispin Glover, The Cure, Jokermen, Paul Simon, Andy Kaufman
The plague has passed through our humbled abode and we reconvene to discuss Ione conquering her FOMO while living outside of the US, feeling lucky in Sydney, Jokermen podcast, Randy Newman, Paul Simon’s “Graceland”, friends who are reading advance copies of Ione’s memoir, US election anxiety and leftist tantrums, William Tyler, Timothy Leary, hanging chads, The Cure’s new album, The Try-Outs, “Saturday Night”, Ben’s controversial spelling video that led to a confused text from Missy Higgins, Harmony Korine, Andy Kaufman, emailing with Crispin Glover, and Ben’s new duet with Johanna Samuels “Sunset Marquis”. To dive deeper into our world, and to sign up for our free newsletter visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, October 24, 2024
The Bin Chicken Lifestyle
We haven’t podded for a minute so excitedly talk over each other about all kinds of subjects: Ione takes aim at Ben’s lack of compassion for the lowly Bin Chicken, we recap SXSW Sydney and Alexi Wasser’s visit. We discuss what makes the perfect houseguest, shirtless Travis Scott fans, Morrissey’s love life, The LA Times Presidential endorsement controversy, cheering on Lidia Thorpe while feeling co-dependent with the oppressor and the new Tegen and Sara documentary. For more free content, sign up to our newsletter at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 30, 2024
Kris Kristofferson, Industry, Belinda Carlisle, SXSW Sydney
This episode we reluctantly attempt to jump the cultural bandwagon of “Industry”-fandom, share Kris Kristofferson stories, get excited for SXSW Sydney and our friend Alexi Wasser’s visit to Australia to screen her film “Messy” as well as shareing some inspiration gleaned from hanging with Belinda Carlisle this week. Sign up to our mailing list for fun extra free content like our PICK OF THE WEEK! http://weirdertogether.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 20, 2024
Goldie and Ione React to Ben's Album
“Were you sad when David Blaine died?” asks Goldie, opening a fun hectic family pod episode. We realize she’s thinking of Houdini, and move on to cover growing up watching Nathan Fielder, generational concepts of gender, Big Mouth, getting the sex talk from your parents, and then do a listen through to Ben’s new album “This One’s for the Old Headz” OUT TODAY. We reflect on the themes of growing up, nostalgia, being friends with freaks and not giving up the fight. For more info sign up to our free Weirder Together email list https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 10, 2024
Ben Tries to Convince Ione to go on Dancing with the Stars
It’s our joint bday week and Ben decides its time to put the hard sell on why he thinks Ione should be on DWTS much to her chagrin. We also recap Ione’s Omakase sushi dinner at Besuto, a million dollar bath tub invention, why the word “Child” gave Ione a mood swing, our new PICK OF THE WEEK column, The English Teacher, multi-tasking, marriage as a mutual training program, Christmas dinner with Liev Schreiber, late NYC nights with Sam Rockwell, Amy Taylor’s BIG SOUND keynote, as well as Australia’s tall poppy syndrome. To sign up for our "PICK OF THE WEEK" sign up here! http://weirdertogether.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, September 02, 2024
Oasis, Allday, Harmony Korine, Adam Sandler
It’s the day after Australian Father’s Day, and we are chilling on our couch in Sydney and getting into it! We chat the Oasis reunion, Allday's Sydney show, Harmony's controversial comments at Venice, Run DMC, Blondie, corporate gigs, Steve Pav, 10 William, and Adam Sandler' new special LOVE YOU. To dive deeper into these subjects and for more free content head to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sun, August 25, 2024
New Beginnings, Same Old Podcast
Season 4 kicks off with chatter about the band Speed, mysterious bruises, Ione's first trip to Brisbane, anarchism, "spannering", Radio Free Alice, Bicycle Day, the Steve Martin documentary, Ben's take on AI, our recent party for FVNERAL, Harry Nilsson's Aussie connection, and new music from Mallrat, Sycco, Amyl & the Sniffers and Illiuminati Hotties. Come visit our Substack at http://weirdertogether.substack.com for deeper dives into all these subjects and more! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 21, 2024
Medium Size Announcement
Clutch your pearls! Head over to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ and sign up for our free newsletter! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 13, 2024
JoJo Siwa is the new John Cage
Today’s pod has some BIG ENERGY as we chat the appeal of small town Australia, the public’s response to Positive Energy, lifting up your little scene, Raygun at the olympics, why jojo is the new john cage, the moral conflict of loving pop culture, wondering why old people become nationalists, IT ENDS WITH US drama, Ione turning in the final draft of her memoir “Say Everything”, creative hangovers and on-set power struggles in Hollywood! To watch the full video of this episode and for extra content please visit http://weirdertogether.substack.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, August 07, 2024
Missy Higgins! JD Vance! TISM! Concetta Caristo!
Are we the only podcast in existence that touches on all these subjects this week? Probably! And that's why you love us, or at least tolerate us! To watch the full video of this podcast head to our substack https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 30, 2024
Slutty Sleeping
On today’s episode we chat about the stalkery photos Ione took of Ben sleeping, if Lenny Kravitz has ever looked shlubby, what Jarvis Cocker mean by “The Fear”, and Ben's pride in setting up a meeting between Beck and Danny McBride. To watch the full video of this episode for free visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Check out Ben’s upcoming tour dates at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates And pre-order Ione’s memoir “SAY EVERYTHING” at https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Say-Everything/Ione-Skye/9781668048269 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, July 25, 2024
We Have No Controversial Opinions
On today’s pod we chat the pressure to have controversial opinions, Dan Clowes short films, child modelling in the 80s and Ione showing Goldie the “Pretty Baby” trailer. To watch the full video of this pod for free head to https://weirdertogether.substack.com To see Ben on tour visit http://ben-lee.com/tour-dates To pre-order Ione’s memoir SAY EVERYTHING visit https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Say-Everything/Ione-Skye/9781668048269 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, July 13, 2024
Hanging with Addie Weyrich (Addie Addie Addie)
Our guest today is a Philly raised, Los Angeles braised multi-hyphenate joy bomb, Addie Weyrich. She has a new album out under the name ADDIE ADDIE ADDIE called "well it all had to go somewhere" that you can listen to here https://open.spotify.com/album/5ZPKFNtBqFGFmSTTo9gqra?si=p4_oQ0KyQUWq6_wtXSndyA To watch the full video version of this interview head over to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 09, 2024
Contemplating Failure
We chat practicing failing, raw dogging flights, trying not to over-schedule creativity and letting projects go. To watch the video of this episode and for more exclusive content, subscribe to our Substack for $5/month at http://weirdertogether.substack.com The song at the end of the episode is "Industry" by Addie Addie Addie https://open.spotify.com/track/305IAWoH8ICpY321qPhCQl?si=bd0e02d8873343ed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, July 06, 2024
"Say Hello To My Flute" PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Ione recaps VOLUME at the NSW Art Gallery with DeepFaith, how Janicza Bravo’s instagram brings people together, and what its like writing about her cult experiences for her upcoming memoir…all while Ben sits in a holiday resort in Coffs Harbour. To hear this full episode, subscribe to our Substack over at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ for only $5/month Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 02, 2024
Sydney Party Recap!
We breakdown a jam-packed week in which Ione announced pre-order of her memoir ( https://bit.ly/4cz9ECv ) , we hosted an excellent Sydney Weirder Together party featuring cutting edge weirdness like DeepFaith, Vigilantonie, BuzzKull, Lauren Bonner and Cameron James, Ione gets some inappropriate DMs, we throw a dinner party and we entertain insuring our body parts. To watch the full video of this episode (and for more exclusive content) visit http://weirdertogether.substack.com To watch the full interactive video for Ben's new single "So Damn Hard (to be So Damn Good) head to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hcS4WrHCNjY&lc=UgwlotbpHVA9F7XTVFF4AaABAg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, June 24, 2024
The Unlistenable Star Spangled Banner
Shopping at Above the Clouds, checking out party venues, debating seminal Jimi Hendrix tracks - its all happening on this week's WEIRDER TOGETHER! To watch the full video of this episode head to weirdertogether.substack.com For tix to Ben's shows or the Sydney Weirder Together party head to www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, June 22, 2024
Goldie Returns to the Pod PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
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Tue, June 18, 2024
I Was Once Accidentally In A Scientology Dance Class
Ione has FOMO about Griffin Dunne's party at the Chateau. Ben enters the crucible. Goldie gets pet rats. To watch the video of this episode and for bonus content head to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ For tickets to upcoming shows and the Sydney Weirder Together party on June 26 head to https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 11, 2024
Being Alive
We discuss "Otto On Otto", Neal Brennan, Stephen Sondheim, Tim Minchin, leaving the stage like Elvis and Martin Scorcese's tiktok era. To watch the full video of this episode and for other exclusive content join https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ For tickets to Ben's shows or the Weirder Together Sydney party hit https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, June 08, 2024
A Couple Got Engaged On Stage in Canberra Last Night PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
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Mon, June 03, 2024
I Can Control The Weather
On todays episode we discuss Ben shows in Brunswick Heads, Brisbane and Eumundi, Ione's dinner at Hubert, we wonder do birds chit chat and can Ione control the weather? Ione also gives her top 5 gay films of all time in honour of Pride month, and Ben waxes lyrical about the Willow Smith/Questlove podcast. (The song at the end is "symptom of life" by Willow) We also announce a SYDNEY WEIRDER TOGETHER PARTY on June 26 at the Great Club! Tix via https://tickets.themusicandboozeco.com.au/outlet/event/0874dab7-2cfe-409c-9c20-d9019a8a61f8 For more exclusive content head over to https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 28, 2024
Let's Give 'Em Something to Talk About
Ione is "balls deep" into her memoir and getting ready to turn it in to her publisher. Ben feels un-Australian for not knowing who Hugo Weaving is married to. To watch the video of this episode, and for other exclusive content, subscribe to our Substack at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, May 25, 2024
Ben & Ione Take Over Melbourne PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
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Tue, May 21, 2024
Civilized and Rowdy
What a week! Fashion shows, Ben's single release, the Allday/Cubspot collab, regional shows, Ione finishing writing her book...absolute madness! So much to chat about... and we do! To watch the full video of this episode, head to our substack at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ To watch the HEAVY METAL video check out https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ojoi9iqXGHY To listen to HEAVY METAL on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/album/3X2ct4nG2e6JPiou76JI67?si=4veCBpKHRtWDd2JN9Poq8w Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, May 15, 2024
Super Model Power Couple
Fresh from our stint on the runway at the Em on Holiday show for Australian Fashion Week, we contemplate the next step in our new careers as a Super Model Power Couple, what kind of yachts are the most tasteful for the uber rich, and what linen really "means". Feel free to head over to our substack for bonus content! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, May 11, 2024
Sydney Rain & Jen Garner Dreams PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Quick pod check in from the couch as the rain pours down outside on the Sydney streets on the eve of Mothers Day. We ponder if movies are dead, the crack in our personalities that reveals our fear of death, and the sexy show Ben put on for Ione in her dream. Listen to the full ep at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 07, 2024
Ione Unlocks New Levels of Australian-ness
We recap our night of Aussie celeb pub trivia where Ione sings the John Farnham classic "You're the Voice" alongside Murray from the Wiggles. Ben is "verklempt". To watch the video of this episode head over to our substack at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ and consider supporting us for $5/month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, May 04, 2024
Partying with the Dandy Warhols PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
On this week’s substack-only pod episode we recap our time hitting the town in Sydney with Courtney Taylor Taylor and camp, what Ben learned at the Nick Cave + Colin Greenwood show, and Brad Troemel's concept of the “Aesthlete”… To hear this full episode visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ and consider supporting us for $5/month for lots of exclusive content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 30, 2024
The Cuddle After the Hardcore Sex
Inspirig adventures with Beth Orton, Subtle Urban Sex Appeal, Colin Greenwood, Gerry Beckley, Public Image Ltd, Tim Hardin and more... This week's episode ends with "Friday Night" by Beth Orton To watch the video of this episode please visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ for lots of exclusive content consider supporting us there for only $5/month! Tour dates at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 23, 2024
Ione Pods in a Bathrobe For Some Reason
Ben experiences healing with an old friend. Ione composes a jingle in her dream. To watch the video of this episode visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ and consider supporting us for only $5/month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 20, 2024
So, Your Partner Has A "PAST"?! PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Ben and Ione discuss people's reaction to Ben's new single "LOVERS" https://open.spotify.com/album/7lNNN3e9IOZxpgWTF7mdRr?si=2qLAS14xRVKv-wbRx0v7yg To hear the full episode head over to the WEIRDER TOGETHER SUBSTACK https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 16, 2024
SAY ANYTHING vs SAY ANYTHING
We are excited to be joined by Emo legend Say Anything’s Max Bemis on today’s pod to discuss the influence of the Cameron Crowe classic film “Say Anything” on his band, teen angst, raising kids as an artist, cancelling yourself, Tupac and what he remembers most about the the Dashboard Confessional/Say Anything/Ben Lee tour of 2003. Say Anything's new album "...is Committed" out May 24. This episodes ends with most recent single "I, Vibrator" To watch the video of this interview, subscribe to our Substack for only $5 a month! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 13, 2024
First Sydney Hangover Pod PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Ben is hungover after a mini housewarming jam sesh Ione embraces her new role as the Queen of Queen Street, the Woollahra Dostoyevski. To hear the rest of this episode, support our Substack for only $5/month! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, April 08, 2024
Square Dancing for P.E.
On today’s pod we discuss the bizarre 80s Australian obsession with square dancing, Ione’s failed soccer dreams and Ben’s internal conflicts as an Australian creative artist. To watch the video version of this episode and for other exclusive content, consider subscribing for $5/month and enjoy! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ If you’re in Sydney come along to the next Weirder Together Variety Show at the Great Club on April 18 https://tickets.themusicandboozeco.com.au/outlet/event/c0013589-c604-4f4b-b335-5dbea7c1314d And there are tix for other Ben shows on sale now: Fri May 3 Nunawading, VIC Sun May 5 "Not On Your Rider", SYD Sun May 12 Dangar Island Fri May 24 Royal Theatre Castlemaine Sat June 1 Small Fry Rock, Brisbane Sat June 15 Avalon Beach RSL https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, April 06, 2024
Ione Sings A Scottish Lullaby PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Ione makes contact with her Scottish (and Patois) roots. Ben plays a gig in the bush. We need help naming our Sydney house. To hear this full episode, consider subscribing to our Substack for only $5/month. https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ If you’re in Sydney, come along to the next Weirder Together Variety Show feat. Sally Seltmann, Alexei Toliopolis, AcidMeatballSpaghetti and lots of surprises. April 18 at the Great Club Marrickville https://tickets.themusicandboozeco.com.au/outlet/event/c0013589-c604-4f4b-b335-5dbea7c1314d Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, April 03, 2024
80s Urban Legends
Ok we finally have wifi and are prepared to get back to our regular programming! In todays ep in our new Sydney pad we discuss why Ione will never shame Wifi, urban homophobic legends of our teen years, the future of music festivals and micro-niche communities. To watch the full video of this episode and for other exclusive content, consider supporting our Substack for only $5 a month! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 26, 2024
Hanging with Joe Wong
Today our special guest on the pod is musical legend Joe Wong . Joe is a multi-instrumentalist, singer, composer, and podcaster best known as host of The Trap Set, a weekly podcast and radio show about the lives of musicians. He is also the composer for great tv shows like Russian Doll and The Midnight Gospel. In this episode we reference Joe's epic interview with Questlove you can find here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-trap-set-with-joe-wong/id958778095?i=1000584740884 and Joe's new album Mere Survival https://open.spotify.com/album/3M92kWTW5PqvZeW23CpPdJ?si=ycS5Xp6fRH2QJYwL4RSoQQ To watch the full video of this interview, become a subscriber of our Substack for $5/month at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, March 21, 2024
Transmissions from a Sydney AirBnb
Hi from Sydney! We land on our feet in a Double Bay AirBnb, ready to visit the barber, eat passionfruit, debate Cool Shoes vs The Ick, and go to the Opera. To watch the full vid of this episode (as well as lots of other exclusive content like an extra pod episode each week) please subscribe to our Substack for $5/month at http://weirdertogether.substack.com For tix to: March 27 WEIRDER TOGETHER VARIETY SHOW, Sydney April 5 Dashville Nights, Hunter Valley, NSW May 3 The Round Nunawading, VIC Visit https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, March 16, 2024
How Vulnerable Do Ya Wanna Get? PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
We discuss Barbara Streisand, emotional transparency, The Hobbit, and why AirPods feel like tiny penises in your ears. To hear the full episode subscribe for $5/month to the Weirder Together Substack https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 12, 2024
Last Night in our L.A. House
We record live from our living room floor, surrounded by moving boxes, while we prepare to move to Sydney for 6 months. We discuss impermanence, openness and slushie brains. To buy tickets to our Sydney Weirder Together Variety Show March 27 visit https://thegreatclub.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/56f378a7-84b8-4b85-b6eb-9e3b261ad023 To watch the video version of this episode visit our Substack at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, March 09, 2024
We're Headed Back To Australia! PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
On today’s subscriber-only episode of our podcast, we share news of our return to Australia for a stint, that includes resurrecting the WEIRDER TOGETHER VARIETY SHOW! Those that came to any of our Sydney variety shows in 2021 will remember how full of amazing music, comedy and awesome surprises these nights were - we would have guests like Rove, Sally Seltmann, Andrew from Wolfmother, Sam Campbell, Concetta Caristo and Cameron James pop by and do sets! We can already tell you that art pop visionary Montaigne will be performing, along with everyones favorite filthy comedian Nina Oyama. Who else might show up? TIX HERE https://thegreatclub.oztix.com.au/outlet/event/56f378a7-84b8-4b85-b6eb-9e3b261ad023 We also confirm the BLIND GOSSIP item from a few weeks back since it broke on Twitter yesterday! cough cough Rick Rubin To hear the full episode subscribe at https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 05, 2024
Hanging with Kelly Oxford
Our guest today is our good pal, Canadian author, director, and screenwriter Kelly Oxford. We talk about sex, partnership, parasocial relationships, why wheelchairs are more useful than film school, Piscean friends, and her recent health crisis. To watch the full video of this interview please visit https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ and while you are there sign up for Kelly's newsletter, Permanent Retrograde at https://kellyoxford.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, March 02, 2024
Gimmie Your Most Epic Name-Drop PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
Reeling from the online controversy caused by Lou Barlow's take on Taylor Swift/Led Zeppelin on our last episode, we talk causing internet controversy, the power and joy of name dropping, Magic Dirt in Geelong in the early 90s and Ione's lesbian chic short film screening. Ione describes doing mundane errands with Mick Jagger, Ben reminisces about doing a Oujia Board with Kate Hudson and Goldie Hawn. To hear the full episode head over to our Substack https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 27, 2024
The Raw Impressions Crossover Episode with Lou Barlow & Adelle Barlow
Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow of Raw Impressions return to fill us in on their journey as a homestead Gen-X content factory, Dinosaur Jr's tour of Australia competing with Taylor Swift for ticket sales, surprising each other, boundaries and more. Subscribe to Raw Impressions podcast here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886 Subscribe to Weirder Together on Substack here https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Subscribe to Weirder Together on Substack here https://barlowfamilygeneral.substack.com/ The song at the end of the episode is Sebadoh's "Think (Let Tomorrow Bee)" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, February 24, 2024
Blind Gossip Item PREVIEW (SUBSTACK ONLY)
We contemplate a loose new vibe for our Saturday episodes for our Substack subscribers. Ione wants to do a Proust Questionaire. Ben shares a hectic blind gossip item. Subscribe to our Substack to hear the full episode https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 20, 2024
Ione Plays Her Face Card for NY Fashion Week
Today we launch the WEIRDER TOGETHER Substack https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ a hub for all creative projects we are involved in. Join our community of Beautiful Babies now and start receiving content in your inbox! https://weirdertogether.substack.com/ We also celebrate the launch of the new Shamir/Ben Lee collab "God Honest Truth" OUT TODAY via Weirder Together and chat about our trip to NYC, Batsheva show for fashion week, hanging with Alexi Wasser, Ann Dexter-Jones and Naomi Fry, and reminisce about the time we brought lice to Michelle Williams' Carroll Gardens home. Listen to Shamir & Ben's "God Honest Truth" at https://open.spotify.com/album/2s77eUXtzlpYCIKILLETc3?si=xipoZ2FMSSClNMaKgGuwew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 13, 2024
But What Will The Community Think?!?!
Greetings from NYC! Goldie accuses Ben of hypocrisy and being too concerned with what people think of him as a parent. Ione yells at Whole Foods staff then immediately makes up with them. We premiere the new Cameron James single "Boy's Night" out this week via WEIRDER TOGETHER. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 06, 2024
Having a Full On Menty B
Ben is having a menty B. Ione liked how Taylor Swift helped Lana Del Rey with her hair. We miss Wayne Kramer The song that ends this episode is "Nostalgia Kills" by Jill Sobule, featuring Wayne Kramer on guitar, produced by Ben. https://open.spotify.com/track/73DDYmDU4BjvW4IBgRF1RL?si=bea9b82268ae49c3 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 30, 2024
Johnny Roast Beef Hires Ben as his Lawyer
Ben is honored to be confused for a lawyer. Ione gets nutrition from gossip. We chat Joe Wong's album launch at Hollywood Forever, dinner at RAO's, Lauren and Seth Rogan's launch of the Sharon Brous book "The Amen Project", Adam Silverman's opening at Skirball and Enid's bday dinner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 23, 2024
We Love When Actors Destroy Tables
The power of paper mache, non-sexual group baths, eating dinner at JAR, drinking an old-fashioned at the Tycoons Club and the role of the Sunset Marquee in our personal lore. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 16, 2024
Should We Go To Couples Therapy?
Remebering the Cahuenga Boogie and the glory days of the Chateau Marmont is fine... But should we be going to couples therapy? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 09, 2024
It's Your Turn To Compliment Me Now
We return for a new year, a new season, 2 new haircuts, one new earring, a new masculinity and a new chill. Let's do this, beautiful babies! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 02, 2024
"High On The Hog" with Fabienne Toback & Karis Jagger
Our friends Fabienne Toback and Karis Jagger, creators of the Netflix hit "High on the Hog", join us today! “High on the Hog: How African Cuisine Transformed America,” is a joyful and emotional exploration of Black cooking, beginning in Africa and continuing straight through to what’s on the plate today, but it shifts the paradigm from what you’ve come to expect from discussion of Black history: the talent here demonstrate how their craft, and not just their labor, is shaping this country. Watch "High on the Hog" on Netflix today...after you listen to this ep! Follow Fabienne and Karis's production company "Hey Sistah" at https://www.instagram.com/hey_sistah/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 26, 2023
Hanging with Dan Polydoris (Death By Toys)
This week we are joined by the amazingly talented Dan Polydoris who you may know on Instagram as @deathbytoys He breaks down his process and history and gifts us some incredible personalized action figures! Check out his work at https://deathbytoys.storenvy.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 19, 2023
That Musician Nightmare of Playing a Gig And the Only Audience Member is Steve Albini
Ione falls in slow motion. Ben re-considers despair. We attend an illuminati Hollywood party (jk) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 12, 2023
Leading With A Bullet Bra
Here comes The Fear again.... We discuss Ione's penchant for sharing her mom's dirty laundry and Ben's reluctance to get a Prince Albert piercing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 05, 2023
Women Who PowerWalk With Wolves
Ione doesn't want to feel pressured to run with wolves. Ben's stubble grows back. Ione is punished by the kids for coddling them. Ben hangs with old pal Adam Green and recalls his mixed feelings about "Meet Me In the Bathroom"-era NYC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, December 01, 2023
Hanging with Aaron Rose
Aaron Rose is a film director, writer, and artist. In the 1990s he founded the highly influential Alleged Gallery in New York. His work during this time saw collaborations with then budding directors Mike Mills, Spike Jonze and Harmony Korine. He also produced numerous underground short films during that time under the banner of Alleged Films. Since then, Rose has directed numerous films and television commercials. He has just released a new book of poetry entitled "Blackout Poems" Learn more about Aaron's work at https://www.aaronrose.co/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 28, 2023
Beefing with Tim Minchin
Ben and Tim Minchin attempt to get to the bottom of a 15 year old unspoken tension. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 17, 2023
INTRODUCING: Subtle Urban Sex Appeal with Malik Saaka & Safy-Hallan Farah
Introducing the newest Weirder Together podcast series: Subtle Urban Sex Appeal with Malik Saaka & Safy-Hallan Farah. We absolutely love these two minds and hearts and can't wait for you to check it out. If you dig it, please subscribe! APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/subtle-urban-sex-appeal-with-malik-saaka-safy-hallan-farah/id1716496998 SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/3WDJjs8fszaxujVlsfuVpz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 17, 2023
Chatting about Grace Tame, Japanese ghosts, Nick Cave, Tim Minchin and S.U.S.A
Ben deliberates on whether or not to heart Tim Minchin's comment on Instagram. Ione discovers why she is enmeshed. We celebrate the release of brand new podcast series Subtle Urban Sex Appeal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 14, 2023
Chatting about Liz Phair, Robbie Williams, Interview Mag and Hitchhiking
Ben went to see Liz Phair celebrate 30 years of Exile in Guyville. Ione reflects on her Interview Magazine humiliation in the late 1980s. We chat the Robbie Williams Netflix doco. Goldie checks in about short films she's making. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 10, 2023
Our Failed Jonathan Richman Project with Jenny Eliscu
We chat with indie rock music journalist legend Jenny Eliscu about our mutual Jonathan Richman obsession and why our tribute project about JR was destined for failure... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 07, 2023
DeepFaith Cuddle Puddle Party Recap
We celebrate our 100th episode with a recap our most recent WEIRDER TOGETHER event a house concert for the Australian artists DeepFaith! Gossip! Lazers! Astrology! We have it all! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 03, 2023
My Genetics, Unfortunately....
We celebrate the WEIRD story of how the electro duo ROB & CHAD from Toowoomba reached out to Ben and ended up putting out the single "MONDAY MORNING feat. Ben Lee" TODAY!!! https://open.spotify.com/album/5xruZOATpuw9nYaSoVaAFn?si=-9gUljHdScuZpkGgWUy_lw Ione reminisces about her stint playing drums in Nancy Boy and her pipe-smoking era. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 31, 2023
Remembering Matthew Perry
Ione reflects on her friendship with Matthew Perry that began as teenagers in the film "A Night In The Life of Jimmy Reardon". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 27, 2023
Chatting about Ziwe, Albert Brooks, Gucci Mane and Chloe Sevigny
We cover seeing the iconic Ziwe live at Largo this week. Our night in with Naomi Fry and Jesse Pearson playing "QUESTIONS" and how Gucci Mane's memoir is going to influence Ione's. Chloe Sevingy's short film KITTY can be watched at https://vimeo.com/212006641 Ben's shopify store is at https://c70610.myshopify.com/ Tix for Tasmania shows at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 24, 2023
Saving It For Our 60s
Like two pod virgins podding for the very first time... Ben and Ione are back in the same space and ready to make magic happen! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 17, 2023
My Masculinity is Threatened by Steve Martin and Prince
Ben and Ione countdown to being reunited. Ione recalls an embarrassing car ride with Fischer Stevens. Ben recalls Prince's attempt to steal his girl. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, October 13, 2023
The Artist's Job is to Change the Atmosphere
Ben checks in with Ione from Melbourne. They theorize on the need to be right in your 20s, Solange and Beyonce's relationship, old home video footage of Christina Ricci and Dustin Yellin, the difference between cosmic and legislative laws, whether superstars really love their fans and he best way for creative people to help during troubled times. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 10, 2023
Giant Wombats, Boiled Lollies and Instant Coffee
Ben explores the world of Nescafe Instant Coffee. Ione explores the origin of her charming demeanor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 03, 2023
I Miss You SOOOOO Much
Ben is on tour in Australia, Ione is holding down the fort in LA. To listen to the Raw Impressions episode mentioned: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886?i=1000629490017 The episode ends with NUMB by Ben https://open.spotify.com/track/19BfGPym95kWAni6ikKp9C?si=eeeefb038b6b41df Live show tix available via https://linktr.ee/benleemusic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 29, 2023
Hanging with Lauren Lapkus and Mike Castle
Double date episode... We chat Sonny Angel Babies, improv, cradle-snatching and being beaten up by your kids with our good pals and brilliant comedy minds Lauren and Mike! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 26, 2023
Ione Skye is the Worlds Greatest Wingman
Moviephone, Dono's Shakespearean teen love triangle, Consensual Ennui, Rufus Wainwright and a trip to Benihana. Listen to the Ian Rogers interview on Rick Rubin's podcast here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tetragrammaton-with-rick-rubin/id1671669052?i=1000628542132 Tickets to upcoming Ben Lee + DJ DadBod shows at https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 22, 2023
Hanging with Emma Forrest
Emma Forrest is a British novelist, screenwriter and director, and joins us to chat about her newest book, BUSY BEING FREE, about her marriage to Australian actor Ben Mendelsohn. Order BUSY BEING FREE here https://www.amazon.com/Busy-Being-Free-Starting-Again/dp/1474620647/ Emma is appearing at Vroman's in Pasadena October 23 https://www.vromansbookstore.com/Emma-Forrest-discusses-Busy-Being-Free Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 19, 2023
The Shoe House Concert Recap!
Ione's voice is back! And we are back with a recap of a glorious house concert we threw on Friday night for Jena Malone and Lem Jay's THE SHOE! We are also touched by greatness by having dinner cooked for us by Pali right after his return from his US Open celebrity box seats. We chat Jann Wenner's racist and misogynistic faux pas and Georgia Maq's state of the music industry address at Big Sound. You can read Georgia's speech here https://medium.com/@georgiamaq69/georgia-maq-what-i-have-learned-about-the-music-industry-d132e613d25c Episode ends with "I'm Okay" by The Shoe https://open.spotify.com/track/5moUmxapSY5L9wa46U3y70?si=2bbd497b7fd94090 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 15, 2023
Hanging with Azalia Snail
Azalia Snail is an American avant-garde singer-songwriter and musician who played a hugely influential role in the 1990s lo-fi music scene, and was dubbed the "Queen of Lo-Fi". She joins us to talk about not fitting in, Max's Kansas City, CBGBs, the gentrification of the early 90s alternative music boom, and her new single "ZAP YOU OF THAT HATE" out now via Weirder Together! Follow Azalia on IG at www.instagram.com/azaliasnail Check out the new single here https://open.spotify.com/track/1JwruVQwFd8amIapL6Lycu?si=1dbf67d1bb72446b Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 12, 2023
Joint Bday Party Recap!
Ione parties until she is hoarse. Ben channels his inner Fred Schneider. The 2023 joint bday recap is HERE! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 05, 2023
Covered in Reba McEntire Stardust
It's birthday season at Weirder Together HQ. Ione is up first and gets blessed by a Reba McEntire siting at her bday lunch. Ben's EP can be heard at https://open.spotify.com/album/4hFieYCdlRePBODEZVUArC?si=Del74r07Q829QLKCZrdkkQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, September 01, 2023
Ben & Ione Reveal Their TM Mantras
While walking the dog last night, Ione suddenly asks Ben "Do you want to know my TM mantra?" We grapple with the idea of secrets, control and superstition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 29, 2023
Live at THING Festival with John Roderick
We recap our glorious time at Thing Festival where we did a live podcast taping, Ben played a solo show, and then ended the night with a DJ DadBod set. We chat about our sexless Victorian AirBnB, eating great food and standing under waterfalls. Included is also a recording of our live chat with John Roderick. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, August 25, 2023
Hanging with Nick Thorburn (Islands)
Nick joins us to chat about growing up with "boutique" woodmills, getting haunted by Hearst's ex-lovers and being handsome. The new Islands album "And That's Why Dolphins Lost Their Legs" OUT TODAY! Also check out Nick's podcast, THE CRITICAL PODCAST, here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/critical-podcast-the-critical-podcast/id1371710321 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 22, 2023
Tropical Storm Hilary, "Jewface" and Elon Rolling Through Stop Signs
We survived Tropical Storm Hilary and sit down to chat about it all! The Ronan Farrow Elon Musk article we discuss can be found at https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2023/08/28/elon-musks-shadow-rule Ben's upcoming EP can be pre-saved at https://sndo.ffm.to/6a0rok9 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, August 19, 2023
We Went to HEAV3N with Ayesha Erotica
Recap of our night out at LA's iconic HEAV3N party for Ayesha Erotica's first ever live performance. To learn more about HEAV3N visit https://www.heav3n.com/ To pre-save Ben's upcoming EP visit https://sndo.ffm.to/6a0rok9 Final song is RYLO's "PEOPLE WHO DON'T LOVE ME" https://open.spotify.com/album/4qqNLihtk3CtSKj6OkWkXy?si=2n3w1axBTdGe_gW2hOzjMA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 15, 2023
The Elephant 6 Recording Co.
We attend the premiere of The Elephant 6 Recording Co. Documentary and end up singing Neutral Milk Hotel under the stars in Barnsdale Art Park. It inspires a chat about scenes, the indie rock dream, getting freaky with friends and the relief of selling your cryptocurrency. Out everywhere August 25 https://www.elephant6movie.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, August 11, 2023
Daddies Are Tricky
Insomnia, app ideas, telling 24 hour time, dealing with trolls on tiktok and deconstructing Spencer and Heidi's new podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 08, 2023
The Great Spatula Debate
We rehash our very first fight...about spatulas. We also chat G FLIP, Leo's Pussy Posse, hacked instagram accounts, aging, apple trees and more. For more info about Record Club https://www.instagram.com/therecord.club/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, August 04, 2023
Full Confidence, Zero Evidence
We experiment with introducing each other. Ben ponders the possibility of spiritual healing at the Grove. Ione contemplates beautiful Scottish women under a spotlight. Ben's tour dates and tix via https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 01, 2023
The World Biggest Hora Dance
Cowboy themed bar mitzvahs! Queer two-step dance clubs! The mansplaining gap! We reference Caveh Zahedi's "The Show About the Show" https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLX1W43ZgDnWFX5BE3mGOpfD_dOKJQh-Ms and "Getting Stoned with Caveh" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4n_XpM7mQNQ&t=1810s Ben tour dates https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, July 28, 2023
Hanging with Charles Fleischer
Stand-up comedy legend, actor, scientist, philosopher and writer Charles Fleischer is our guest this week. The voice of Roger Rabbit and the man who originally said "If you remember the 60s you weren't really there" tells all about showbiz, moleeds and inventing musical instruments on this awesome ep. Learn more about Charles at https://charles-fleischer.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 25, 2023
The True Story of the Time Cousin Leah Fell in the Shower
We contemplate the pioneers of plastic surgery and why everyone should date a fireman. Happy Birthday Tom Robbins! And happy release day to DeepFaith with their single "King of the Red Hot Chili Peppers" via Weirder Together. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, July 20, 2023
Happy National Handjob Day!
We are back from our adventure in Careyes with tales to tell! We also mention Mariachi Rosales https://www.facebook.com/MariachiRosalesAutlan This episode of "This Week in Virology" https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-virology/id300973784?i=1000621273713 and we finish up with the song "Pearly Whites" by McDermott & North from their new ep out now via Weirder Together https://open.spotify.com/album/267sEtua3ABF9ic8JaAm3x?si=rD7r2T7nSTqmmr9QswU-Ng Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sat, July 15, 2023
Two Larry Davids on Vacation
We drag ourselves away from Margaritas, fish tacos and dips in the ocean on our glamorous getaway in Costa Careyes to debrief about our struggle to relax. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 11, 2023
All Our Friends Are Vegan Non-Binary Communists
Ione feels terrible about ruining Ben's plans to go to Beck's birthday party. Ben writes terrible jingles in the bathtub. Every Yiddish word means penis. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, July 07, 2023
Hanging with Cub Sport
Tim and Sam from Cub Sport join us the day after their "Jesus At The Gay Bar Tour" wraps up in the US. They reflect on taking personal risk, staying true to themselves and what it feels like to be the most handsome dudes in Australian music. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 04, 2023
Bringing That Punky Brewster Energy
Ben tries to tell the difference between Indiana Jones fans and Neil Young fans. Ione tries to figure out why she isn't feeling upset. Watch the Ben and Georgia Maq's "Androgynous" video, directed by Ione, here: https://youtu.be/Qe_t_HNk16U Listen to "Androgynous" here: https://open.spotify.com/album/16r1HPW86jKKefKeNFSmqX?si=CxN2nOuZStmqQmXj6N3NhA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 30, 2023
Yo! We Started A Record Label
Sun's out, birds are singing, and we've officially launched Weirder Together Records! We are joined by Rhys North to celebrate. Check out "The Hollywood EP" by McDermott & North, produced by Ben Lee, OUT NOW https://open.spotify.com/album/267sEtua3ABF9ic8JaAm3x?si=IbF73ZsqRBKJVLdDajyzsw And follow McDermott & North on IG @mcdermott.north Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 27, 2023
Laurel Canyon Crows Singing Bonnie Raitt Duets
Recap of the week Joanna Sternberg took over Los Angeles. We also chat about Klaus Voorman, Blake Mills, visit legendary Hollywood club night Georgio's, do some woke aerobics at Sweaty Pony with Soko and more! Check out Ben's pod "ON THE FUTURE OF BEING A MUSICIAN" at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-future-of-being-a-musician-with-ben-lee/id1691242962 Pre-save the upcoming McDermott & North "Hollywood EP" out June 30 at https://distrokid.com/hyperfollow/mcdermottandnorth/the-hollywood-ep Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 23, 2023
Hanging with Joanna Sternberg
Joanna Sternberg is a singer, songwriter, musician and visual artist born/based in New York City. Their new album "I've Got Me" is produced by Matt Sweeney and is out on Fat Possum Records. The song at the end of this episode is "This Is Not Who I Want To Be" from Joanna's first album "Then I Try Some More" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 20, 2023
Gatekeepers, Edgelords and AI Robot Cowboys Named "Dale"
Did Ben enjoy Father's Day? Can Ione remember Howie Mandel's name? Will Joanna Sternberg perform an indie-rock version of Wagner's Ring Cycle at our house tonight???? Listen to the Jason Woliner episode here https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/weirder-together-with-ben-lee-and-ione-skye/id1623436896?i=1000597408210 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 16, 2023
Hanging with Steven Ogg
Our guest today is Canadian actor, Steven Ogg. He is known for roles in The Walking Dead, Better Call Saul, Westworld, The Tick, and Snowpiercer and also for his role in Grand Theft Auto. But he is also just a born artist, fan and passionate lover of poetry, music and culture. Follow him on IG at @ogg_steven Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 13, 2023
Family Field Trip to the Discotheque to see The Dare
A cross-generational excursion to see The Dare, checking out Alex Cameron at the Cara, worried that the Jokermen guys think Ben's a coke fiend, Ione sees The Secret of My Success for the first time and considers whether housewives still take Black Beauties to clean their house. We also ponder why everyone on The Ultimatum is drinking from Silver Goblets while we enjoy season 3 of "I Think You Should Leave". Ione recalls nursing a pigeon during June Gloom. The song at the end is HERE by Radnor & Lee https://open.spotify.com/album/0oVUMRsFuUIB5fkIfiLIRe?si=Gg5Mk9afQwyMr0p6ezmDyg Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 09, 2023
Hanging with Patience Hodgson
Patience was the lead singer, magic-maker and ringleader for the seminal Aussie punk band The Grates. Check them out at https://open.spotify.com/artist/0aWSylARSZCDo7vTDgvKbb?si=Dg5JHdM4TQqSETc3Bz13Og Check out The Minutes podcast by Patience and Mel Buttle https://open.spotify.com/show/3hx7mCMo6EnIA6xODPV2GB Watch Patience and Rachel Burke's YouTube show https://www.youtube.com/@fancyfreetime Learn more about "Not On Your Rider" here https://www.isolationtrivia.com/notonyourrider Follow Patience on IG at https://www.instagram.com/paehoddy/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, June 07, 2023
ON THE FUTURE OF BEING A MUSICIAN...WITH BEN LEE
Ben Lee explores the possibility of a sustainable future as an artist in the music industry in a rapidly changing landscape. This first episode is a discussion with Gomez's Tom Gray who as well as being a musician, is an activist who created The Broken Record campaign as well as running the Academy’s #FixStreaming initiative, which are calling for better streaming revenues for artists and helped spark the Economics of Music Streaming inquiry. This is the only episode that will appear in your feed automatically because you subscribe to Weirder Together. To subscribe to this series and receive future episode please subscribe at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/on-the-future-of-being-a-musician-with-ben-lee/id1691242962 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 06, 2023
Learning To Use Pronouns Will Never Be As Hard As Learning to Call Your Stepfather 'Dad'
Ione likes an "ankle touch" while she sleeps. Ben walks past Glen Campbell's haunted estate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, June 02, 2023
Hanging with Whitmer Thomas
Our guest this week is comedian, actor, musician and lovable freak Whitmer Thomas. Find Whitmer on IG at https://www.instagram.com/whitmerthomas Watch Whitmer's HBO special "The Golden One" https://www.max.com/movies/ff79cfb9-14d7-4455-9261-ff927cad3060 Watch Whitmer's film "The Civil Dead" at https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.fe79f804-5aac-4445-8bee-522f81658702?autoplay=0&ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb Join Whitmer's Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/SneakyDumbass/posts Whitmer's song "Rigamarole" from his 2022 album "The Older I Get The Funnier I Was" listen on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/album/0Zo2bqwtYROgEczX4jG2W7?si=_ywmstBpSGGldEVyUH8U_g Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 30, 2023
I Tried To Stage Dive But No One Caught Me
Ione is having a full-on anxiety attack about choosing the right menu for a Memorial Day hang. Ben attempts to stage dive at the Hoodoo Gurus but the crowd doesn’t catch him. Ben's new single, Tuck Shop, a collaboration with Ninajirachi, is OUT TODAY! Check it out on Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7g1mTqFfloA0fnZJZ4XbS9?si=59f72d5CTL6SQaCODpgsqg Check it out on Youtube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPZVP_AHbuI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 E58 · Tue, May 30, 2023
I Tried To Stage Dive But No One Caught Me
Ione is having a full-on anxiety attack about choosing the right menu for a Memorial Day hang. Ben attempts to stage dive at the Hoodoo Gurus but the crowd doesn’t catch him. Ben's new single, Tuck Shop, a collaboration with Ninajirachi, is OUT TODAY! Check it out on Spotify HERE: https://open.spotify.com/album/7g1mTqFfloA0fnZJZ4XbS9?si=59f72d5CTL6SQaCODpgsqg Check it out on Youtube HERE: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rPZVP_AHbuI Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 26, 2023
Hanging with Ione's Mom
The legend herself, Enid Graddis, joins us to share some wild tales of the 60s, her hopes for the future, and trivia like the fact that Richard Pryor's close friends used to call him Richie. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 23, 2023
Ione Pitches Her Concept for the Perfect Nightclub
Ione has a lot of living to do! Ben rates "cooking" on his time/energy expenditure balance sheet! There's an AirBnb scandal! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 19, 2023
Hanging With Daphne Javitch
This week we are joined by our most healthy and stylish friend Daphne Javitch. We chat about Ione and Daphne's history of smoking cigarettes in bed, Daphne's move from the fashion industry into health coaching, as well as her secret desire for casual phone conversations with Kara Swisher. Learn more about Daphne at https://www.doingwell.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 16, 2023
HAPPY 1st BIRTHDAY TO US!!!
On this 1st anniversary celebration episode we are joined by long time friend/daughter of the pod...Goldie! Join us for an in-depth discussion of YouTube interrogation videos, how teens blackmail each other and why 7th grade is scarier than the film Hereditary. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 12, 2023
Hanging with Nina Oyama
Our friend Nina Oyama is an Australian comedian, writer, actor, and director. She tells us all about discovering weed gummies, the difference between American and Australian writers rooms, why she's a terrible wingman, and her reasons for believing magicians are "the prettiest horse in the glue factory" Follow Nina on Insta at https://www.instagram.com/nina.oyama/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 09, 2023
The Coronation of the Beautiful Babies
Ben is fired up with opinions about the Monarchy and Azealia Banks. Ione wonders if some people who run drug cartels might also be good parents. We reference Marc Fennell's "Stuff the British Stole" http://www.marcfennell.com/stolen Musack - giving kids and teens a voice through music by providing guitars, drums, and support for music teachers. https://www.musack.org/our-story "Birds and Bees" by Ben Lee (feat. Mandy Moore) https://open.spotify.com/track/2ia845PL7GEoQfjlsS2fQn?si=9c4c9f4d93d44409 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, May 05, 2023
Hanging with Liz Goldwyn
Liz Goldwyn is an author, filmmaker, and the founder of The Sex Ed, an online community and podcast dedicated to sexual well-being. We go back with her and she's been digging the pod, so we invited her to sit down for a chat... Follow Liz on IG at @goldilocksg and check out www.thesexed.com Her book "Sex, Health & Consciousness" is available here https://www.thesexed.com/book Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 02, 2023
Hysterically Laughing & Crying At The Madonna Concert On Mushrooms
Ione becomes inexplicably overwhelmed by the dancers and production at a Madonna concert in the 90s. Ben contemplates songwriting, Weezer, Lewis Capaldi and Neil Young. Finally up to date with Vanderpump Rules. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, April 27, 2023
Hanging with Brock Enright
Talking to multi-disciplinary artist Brock Enright is a trip. As he says in this interview, he "opens doors" into other ways of thinking, feeling and being. Enjoy this chat and check out Brock's podcast series VAGUE DATA on our Weirder Together Podcast Network https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vague-data/id1650108789 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 25, 2023
We Threw A Rave...In Our Living Room
The true story of the night Ninajirachi turned our house into a full-on rave! Check out Ninajirachi's music here https://open.spotify.com/track/1NAYrYgd473ua418mz32xb?si=ae58f4ef7a3f437c To listen to the Becky & Cam Show episode "Super Rich Kids" at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-becky-cam-show/id1436299128?i=1000609987470 Buy live or virtual tix to the Dan Mangan & Friends show at Dynasty Typewriter feat. Ben Lee, Mae Martin, Steven Ogg and Lauren Ruth Ward via https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dan-mangan-friends-w-mae-martin-steven-ogg-ben-lee-and-more-tickets-622092374037?fbclid=PAAaY111cIAjzQ7Cc0QaN5r15RF2oTjGqVAMpdHh3fwuqBiUG3pCQU4X63pSQ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, April 21, 2023
BONUS EP - David Wain and Craig Wedren on "MAKING WAYS"
Wain and Wedren reflect on decades of collaboration and friendship on projects like "The State" "Wet Hot American Summer" and "Wanderlust" Listen to the full episode at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-ways-the-art-of-music/id1217089361?i=1000609539647 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 18, 2023
90s Rockstars Were Walking Advertisements for Scoliosis
Ione reminisces about kids who talked about Jesus on the playground. Ben contemplates whether the Beautiful Babies would be open to wheatgrass suppositories. Everyone is excited for the launch of "The BLAG Show with Sarah and Sally" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network this week! LISTEN TO THE DEBUT EPISODE HERE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blag-show-with-sarah-and-sally/id1682346405 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
S2 E48 · Tue, April 18, 2023
90s Rockstars Were Walking Advertisements for Scoliosis
Ione reminisces about kids who talked about Jesus on the playground. Ben contemplates whether the Beautiful Babies would be open to wheatgrass suppositories. Everyone is excited for the launch of "The BLAG Show with Sarah and Sally" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network this week! LISTEN TO THE DEBUT EPISODE HERE https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-blag-show-with-sarah-and-sally/id1682346405 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 11, 2023
Sexy Nighttime Episode with Erika Linder and Amanda Demme
Our friends Amanda Demme and Erika Linder join us for a long messy chat about creativity, androgyny, beauty, instinct, intimacy co-ordinaters and sex shops. Follow Erika on IG at @richiephoenix Follow Amanda on IG at @amandademme Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, April 04, 2023
What Do Debbie Harry and Seahorses Have In Common?
Ben and Ione get an iconic text message from a legendary beautiful baby. Check out the only podcast that mentions 14th Century Zen poet Ikkyu, Harmony Korine and Mallrat in the same episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 28, 2023
The Phone Is Ringing, Oh My God
Ione appears in the NY Post's Page 6 column. Ben chastises Kanye for having lack of commitment to his hate. Dinner at Pace where Beck makes a controversial statement regarding Depeche Mode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mon, March 20, 2023
Sappho Was A Huge Rupert Murdoch Fan
Ione asks Ben to read Sappho Ben expresses gratitude for frozen food. Karaoke. Lesbian wine bars. Burdened by passion. Check out Ben and Meg Washington's cover of Paris Hilton's "Stars Are Blind" https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=desktop&v=wTWzJsjGIR8 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 14, 2023
Raw Shtetl Sexuality
Ben pays tribute to Fiddler on the Roof's Chaim Topol. Ione is blocked with connecting to Midwestern Rock. Goldie wins the Oscar ballot. Tix available to THE THING festival: See Ben perform a band set and a DJ DadBod set, and Ben and Ione record a live pod episode in Washington State! www.thingnw.org Check out Venezuelan artist Anne Diaz and her new release "Despechada" www.anediazmusic.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, March 07, 2023
When Life Is Scary, Get In It's Face
Ben gets Ione up early to pod. Ione remembers getting a knife pulled on her...twice. Ben wonders if he was mugged "properly". To learn more about The Ron Persky Songwriting Workshop follow www.instagram.com/ron_persky To donate to the Dorian Kweller Memorial Fund visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/doriankweller Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 28, 2023
We Survived the Laurel Canyon Blackout of 2023!
Behold a harrowing tale... We survived a 48 hour blackout - the whole story only right here! We also cover Ione attending the Nirvana Unplugged concert, Jake Fogelnest being a bridge between comedy and music, and giving Kate Moss a character reference while she bathed. Buckle up, its a goodie x Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 21, 2023
Family Business with Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow
Special guests this week are Lou Barlow and Adelle Barlow, who do a weekly podcast called "RAW IMPRESSIONS" on the Weirder Together Podcast Network. Ben and Lou go way back to the 90s but this is the first time the two couples have hung out in person. Listen to Raw Impressions at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886 To read the article Ione wrote about Tatiana von Furstenburg check out https://www.huffpost.com/entry/royalty-in-la-tatiana-von_b_370899 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, February 17, 2023
Bonus Ep: MAKING WAYS - The Art of Music
Introducing the newest member of the Weirder Together Podcast Network Family - "MAKING WAYS: THE ART OF MUSIC" This series is all about the crossroads where music and visual art meet. Host Rob Goodman, a diehard music fan and illustrator for bands, interviews bands together with their visual art counterparts, about the art of music and creative collaboration. We’re talking album artwork, posters, stage shows, and collaborations for music videos, TV, film, fashion, and beyond. Listen and subscribe HERE: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/making-ways-the-art-of-music/id1217089361 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 14, 2023
Punkness is Realness SNAP SNAP SNAP
Recap of the party we threw for Amyl and the Sniffers over the weekend, Hollywood Cowboys, reminiscing about the Cahuenga Boogie where indie kids got permission to dance, and falling in love with Andy Warhol's Diaries all over again! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, February 07, 2023
The Orgy Derailed By The Chinese Spy Balloon
Ben needs something to be obsessed about. Ione is a muse offering sometimes questions guidance. Zeus needs to keep it in his pants. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 31, 2023
Deconstructing 'Paul T. Goldman' with Jason Woliner
We sit down with Jason Woliner (Borat, Nathan For You) to discuss his mind-bending new series "Paul T. Goldman". You don't have to have seen the show to appreciate this chat, but you will want to watch it after!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 24, 2023
The Linear Nature Of This Story Has Completely Unravelled
Ione analyzes why her she cant keep jeans up. Everything Ben watches is about grappling with mortality. Real boxers keep it professional. You get what you get and you get upset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 17, 2023
Tipsy Tipping
This week on Weirder Together; Uncle Michael's a psychonaut, Ione's digging industrial musicals and Ben is an eternal traveling salesman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 10, 2023
Get That Street Meat Out Of My Car
We experience our own personal Bravo-Con, get inspired to go clubbing by Fred Again, and chat Ladies and Gentlemen the Fabulous Stains! Watch Ione's short film adaptation of Dan Clowes' "David Goldberg" starring Jena Malone here https://vimeo.com/25583065 Fred Again blows Zan Lowe's mind https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W3G27XxE3HA Kate Jinx and Brodie Lancaster's podcast SEE ALSO https://shows.acast.com/see-also Tix to Ben's upcoming LA and NY shows https://www.ben-lee.com/tour-dates Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, January 03, 2023
We're Not Going To Draw Sperm On People's Faces
New Years Recap, Ione's supernatural ability to discern the source of strange sounds (except when she's in a car), and a loving tribute to Aussie raunch comedy of the 80s. Happy 2023!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 27, 2022
You Misread My Trousers As Euphoria
Ione lays a holiday guilt trip on her mom. Ben admits to having higher stamina for Yom Kippur than Xmas. We decide together that 2023 is the year our creative balls drop. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, December 21, 2022
How Many Funk Mentors Do You Have?!?!
Ione battles her inner Larry David/Howard Stern. Ben admits defeat in his funk education. Check out Ben's remix of Kira Puru's new single "Talk With Me"! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 13, 2022
Xmas Party Recap - with Georgia Maq!!!
Georgia Maq joins us for a super gossipy recap of this weekends Xmas party and jam sesh. We also try to answer the ultimately mystery: who walked in on Georgia peeing? Find Georgia online at @goldsoundz_ To see fun vids of the festivities check out our IG accounts. And this ep ends with Ben's remix of the HORRORSHOW track "Yours And Mine" OUT NOW! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, December 06, 2022
It's Only A Matter Of Time Before Someone Suggests A Brunch
We've entered the holiday season and we have been out and about... Tales from the frontlines of David Netto's book launch, Richard Shepard's film screening, Kelly Oxford's bday, Korean films downtown, sushi, yule logs, eggnog and more! Also, Ben's mum makes a surprise appearance. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 29, 2022
The Hell Realms of the Hollywood Xmas Parade
Ione reflects on the surviving the Hollywood Xmas Parade. Ben makes a viral video of his mother-in-law dancing to Black Sabbath at Thanksgiving dinner. WATCH THE CLIP HERE - https://www.instagram.com/reel/ClZFlgog0iP/?igshid=YWJhMjlhZTc%3D Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 25, 2022
Bonus Ep - "Raw Impressions" with Lou Barlow & Adelle Barlow
We chat parenting, being the bearer of bad news, and how Lou and Adelle Barlow may be our shadow selves on this mini ep! Check out Lou and Adelle's podcast "Raw Impressions" at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/raw-impressions-with-lou-barlow-and-adelle-barlow/id1655003886 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 22, 2022
Swinging with Brett Gelman and Ari Dayan
Ben and Ione introduce another couple into their podcast experience to spice things up 🌶 We discuss Drugs! Acting! Ego! Law suits! Role play! And much more. Check out Ari Dayan's new ep out this week via https://open.spotify.com/artist/7GaejO7nB6Tyt5S462Fn6o?si=vNArMIAaQ7qIiXyw3cum_Q Find Brett and Ari on IG at @brettgelman and @witchofthewestcoast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Fri, November 18, 2022
Bonus Ep - Georgia's Voter Suppression
We listen to a clip of Greg Palast being interviewed on Jello Biafra's Renegade Roundtable and then watch his new doco and discuss. Highly relevant and recommended! Hear Jello's full episode at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/greg-palast/id1647065824?i=1000584462322 Watch Greg's documentary for free at https://watch.showandtell.film/watch/vigilante-ga Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 15, 2022
Frankie Goes to Hollywood Were Early Adopters of Edging
Ben is stressed. Ione is irritated. Together, they hold firm to Frankie's eternal message "Relax. Don't do it," for inspiration. The live sizzle reel Ben mention's is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3QFaADP4ZGE Tickets to LA show Jan 17 + NY show Jan 19 https://www.songkick.com/artists/335294-ben-lee Final song is "Chills" from Ben's album 'Hey You Yes You' which turns 20 this week. Co-written with Jason Schwartzman, produced by Dan the Automator. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Thu, November 10, 2022
Bonus Ep - Brock Enright and the Invitation to Abstraction
Ben and Ione play a clip from Episode 3 of Brock Enright's experimental podcast series "Vague Data" and discuss meditation, abstraction and learning to use our brains differently. VAGUE DATA can be found at https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vague-data/id1650108789 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 08, 2022
Ione Teaches Sex Ed
Ione and Ben clarify the difference between Connie Stevens, Connie Fischer and Connie Francis and do a deep dive into the world of Caroline Calloway, NYC It Girls and the rise of fascism. Watch Ben's new video for "Slow Down" at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G_BB218HOk0 Tix on sale Friday for Ben's US shows Jan 17 Moroccan Lounge, Los Angeles Jan 19 Berlin, NYC www.ben-lee.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, November 01, 2022
Talking 1990's
With the launch of the 90s exhibition "Unpopular" at the Powerhouse in Sydney, Ben and Ione reminisce and chat 90's indie rock, Pav, Sonic Youth, the Beastie Boys and how to appreciate magical times in the past without getting trapped in nostalgia. Visit https://www.maas.museum/event/unpopular/ in Sydney! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 25, 2022
The Ark in the Park
Ione stole Betty Davis's pronunciation. Ben stole Evan Dando's posture. We eagerly await Uncle Michael's arrival in LA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 18, 2022
Little Boys in the 70s Loved Mae West
Ben regrets heckling Fiona Apple as a way of expressing his hurt feelings. Ione remembers wanting to do a striptease as a child. We launch Brock Enright's new podcast series VAGUE DATA! APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/vague-data/id1650108789 SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/2ZJZgUfB74YRMVgEXATgRy?si=4eba6f9afdef4d6a Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, October 11, 2022
"Are You There Google? It's Me, Ione"
Ione tries to change the results of a Google search. Ben talks groupies. We got callers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Trailer · Tue, October 04, 2022
Announcement: "Jello Biafra's Renegade Roundtable"
No new ep this week. Apologies. Back at it next week. lease enjoy this trailer for "Jello Biafra's Renegade Roundtable" coming soon on the Weirder Together Podcast Network!! Here is the link to the show page. Hit subscribe and receive the first eps straight into your feed when they arrive. APPLE PODCASTS https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jello-biafras-renegade-roundtable/id1647065824 SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/0VYoQUmXbxWR9TQ4AZym4P?si=e6c83a631a044a79 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 27, 2022
Adam Levine's Advice to Ben That Got Us Together
The true story of how Adam Levine's machismo actually helped Ben and Ione's connection reach the point of consummation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 20, 2022
Who's The Bigger Forrest Gump?
Ione recalls the New Mexico tradition of taunting "the town slouch". Ben is fascinating by the Nicki Minaj vs Azealia Banks feud. Japanese scientists crack the mystery of squirting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 13, 2022
Birthday Party Recap
Ben and Ione host an iconic joint birthday party. Ben reconciles with hippy friends. Ione google researches squirting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, September 06, 2022
Have You Seen Snoop Dogg's Porno?
Ione wants to know is a capella ever good? Ben wonders if some secrets should never be told? Snoop Dogg has a great uplifting community vibe in his porno. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 30, 2022
Let's Start this Episode with You Crying
Ione feels like crying and doesn't know why. Ben remembers the first love poem he ever wrote. Watch the episode of Caveh Zahedi's web series discussed here https://vimeo.com/743772261 Listen to Ben's new album "I'M FUN!" here https://benlee.lnk.to/info Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 23, 2022
The Jewish Angus Youngs
Ione and Ben are horny for adulthood as school goes back at the end of Summer break. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 16, 2022
I Wasn't Asking for Your Opinion, I Was Asking For Your Support
Houseguests, heartbreak songs and the fight we had after watching Caveh Zahedi's new show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 09, 2022
Before We Were Assholes, We Were Beautiful Babies
Ione tries to teach Ben how to get into better fights with her. Ben's new album "I'M FUN!" out Aug 18 - everyone who pre-orders gets tickets to a private acoustic zoom show. Pre-order via https://store.warnermusic.com.au/artists/ben-lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, August 02, 2022
Cooking Strawberries and Salmon for Billy Corgan
Ben prepares Billy Corgan a bizarre dinner of cooked strawberries and salmon. Ione visits Robert Downey Jr in prison. Goldie reviews "NOPE" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 26, 2022
Ione's Sex Dream
Ione dreams a scenario that pushes Ben outside his comfort zone. Goldie pranks her parents. Nathan Fielder is the burrata of the cheese world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 20, 2022
Ione Reads Her Childhood Poetry
Ione loves Old People. Ben loves DJ-ing. Goldie loves Jordan Peele. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wed, July 13, 2022
Getting Rejected by Jon Hamm
Back in California. Ione likes podcasting more than real life. Ben's eyes look particularly beautiful today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, July 05, 2022
The Ultimate Make-Out Music
Ben has to show his balls to a childhood friend. Ione wants every detail. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 28, 2022
Who Doesn't Love Pulling a Beautiful Tomato?
Ben and Ione re-hash their very first fight about rock piles in Sedona, Arizona from 2006, and try and once and for all get to the bottom of who was right and who was wrong. They also explore rumors they've heard about themselves, the pros and cons of being an artist couple, their frustration with the American Supreme Court ruling, and the birth of the "Weirder Together Podcast Network". This episode features music from Suzi https://www.instagram.com/suzisangthis/ https://www.tiktok.com/@suzisangthis Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 21, 2022
The Age Difference
Is Ben just a trophy husband for Ione? Who's the sweater boy and who's the absolute nightmare? How do short men find a woman to love and fetishize them? Are you an earthboy or do you want to contact aliens? What use is Ben if he wont sit on Ione's lap? We answer all of these questions and more on this week's episode! The Gawker article mentioned is at https://www.gawker.com/culture/i-should-be-able-to-mute-america Ben's tour dates are at https://benlee.lnk.to/ParentsGetHighTour?biolink=true Watch the PARENTS GET HIGH video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gxh4zeukiA0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 14, 2022
Reunited And It Feels So Good
Ben convinces Ione to start recording the new episode the minute Ione arrives in Australia. They discuss sentient AI, 6th grade graduation festivities, Vivienne Westwood's reflections on punk, and Ben's song "Parents Get High". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, June 07, 2022
I Don't Want To Go To The Health Spa, I Just Want To Have A Good Time
Ben and Ione discuss Ben's rainbow scarf during Pride month, the Michigan Womyn's Festival, the bisexual 90s, merch, tea towels, Klaus Voormann, Ronnie Wood's sofa and Goldie gives us an update on 6th grade. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 31, 2022
FREE YOUR ASS AND YOUR YOUR MIND WILL FOLLOW
Brisvegas, Love Island, Moustaches for Women, and Australia's love affair with Halloumi Cheese all discussed on Ben and Ione's first ever remote episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 24, 2022
Footy Player or Crocodile?
Ben and Ione chat about cults, Pretty Woman and sex work, Ione's ongoing lack of understanding of Australian football, being fined for crying, and the Australian election. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Tue, May 17, 2022
This Podcast Will Reveal Itself
Ben and Ione begin the adventure. Special appearance by Goldie. aSVuFRtaLRQqYEFS06Q7 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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