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Matty's 40 before 40: He ticked off another one, running a full marathon! When were you in the wrong place and the wrong time? John Aiken, expert from MAFS joins us as Married at First Sight wraps up for 2026 PJ tried so hard to be a domestic goddess... Am I A Weirdo - for peeing outside once or twice every night? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Love Island Cast: Unofficial LoveIsland UK, USA & Australia Podcast with No Holds Barred
The end is near and the drama goes nuclear on Married at First Sight Australia Season 13! In this recap of Episodes 33-35, we break down the explosive Final Commitment Ceremony #7 (John Aiken brutally slams Gia & Scott as a "fake" power couple, Bec issues Danny a dramatic ultimatum, Alissa & David cracks fully explode), followed by the chaotic Final Test Week (brides & grooms meet their alternate matches, secret phone number swaps exposed, girls teaming up, and husbands walking out). Then comes the jaw-dropping iPad footage reveal in Part 2 — "putrid" videos show Gia's betrayal, Alissa & David throw rings and end their marriage, Gia & Scott's relationship implodes, and total chaos erupts with walkouts and emotional breakdowns. Only a few couples remain standing as the experiment heads to Final Vows. Pure MAFS AU 2026 madness you can't miss!
Titus Johnson – Bicycle as primary means of travel Titus Johnson Africa D.R. Congo – Ubangi region is upper left corner Reinhold Andersson Grave – Died from Blood Poisoning Stanley David Tweed Grave – Kala, D.R. Congo This is the first episode of a 7 part series about the mission work of the Evangelical Free Church in the Belgian Congo, starting in 1920. It is a long journey started by one man, Titus Johnson and his vision to start a work in the NW corner of the Congo. This series will focus on the chronology of the mission and church work, as it expanded to other mission stations. Each station will be described as to its procurement, construction and ministry. Someone that lived at each station will share memories and personal insight as to the character and focus ministry. Also, 20 people died over the 100 year journey; children and adults alike. Each person has a back story and in most cases I am able to interview people that were present at the time to share about the passing of a child or loved one. My family was part of this effort starting in the mid-1960's through 1990 and some of my memories of events will be interspersed in the episodes. Episode 1 will cover 1920 to 1936, including Titus Johnson's 10,000 mile journey to Karawa and the procurement of 3 mission stations. The pioneers struggled with governmental delays, slow communications and travel, disease and a rough climate. Also, 2 adults and 3 children perished in the process from illness and disease, and their tragic stories will be heard. Rest in peace, all. Episode 2 will cover 1936-1947 where more mission stations come to be and more adults and children are laid to rest. Also, a lake is discovered that becomes a special vacation spot for the missionary community. Thanks to John Aiken for his insights relating to the mission station Kala and the various folks that provided voice-overs, including Rick Selin as the voice of Titus Johnson. Also, the book Deep Track in Africa by Sig Westberg and Frances Mason and the book Bread upon the Waters by Paul Rosell were resources in providing parts of the story. **Rated in 2025 to the TOP 25 Best “Life Stories” Themed Podcasts Worldwide – https://blog.feedspot.com/life_stories_podcasts/
We’re nearing the end of Married At First Sight and a week of home visits have caused fresh drama for these fake married couples.From a pillow that could have exposed a cheating scandal, to a fishing trip we found oddly romantic and the most awkward car ride and break-up we’ve ever witnessed, it’s time to unpack all the drama and (unintentionally) hilarious moments from this week.Then it’s on to the dinner party, and boy, is there one doozy of a fight that we need to discuss that highlights one of the biggest issues with dating straight men in 2026.Love binge-watching TV? The Spill has launched Watch Party — spoiler-filled episode deep dives into the shows everyone’s talking about. Find the feed on Apple or Spotify.Listen to The Spill with new episodes drop every Monday–Friday!Mamamia: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/the-spill/Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3mjNFVvJp1irXNVxKXXABOApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-spill/id1473523403Follow The Spill:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespillpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thespillpodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thespillpodcast/Read all the latest entertainment news on Mamamia: https://mamamia.com.au/entertainment/Support Independent Women’s Media:https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribe/Your subscription helps us continue to tell the stories that matter to women.Want to join the conversation?Have feedback or a topic you want us to discuss? Send us a voice message or email us at thespill@mamamia.com.au and we’ll get back to you ASAP!Discover more Mamamia podcasts here: https://www.mamamia.com.au/podcasts/Get 25% off Nala with your Mamamia subscription. Click here to get your code ends April 1st.CREDITSHosts: Laura Brodnik & Monisha IswaranExecutive Producer: Monisha IswaranAudio Producer: Scott StronachMamamia acknowledges the traditional owners of the land on which we have recorded this podcast. Become a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The worst tech embarrassments Matty's awkward haircut John Aiken, expert from MAFS joins the show to spill all about MAFS PLUS answers your relationships questions! PJS awkward moment on the plane Matty's husband has bought another horse... AGAIN! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What started as an experiment has become a global phenomenon. MAFS is a ratings powerhouse and one of the world's most argued-about shows. Former New Zealand cricket star turned Australian love expert John Aiken talks love, scandals and the show that changed reality TVFind The Detail on Newsroom or RNZ Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
MAFS Australia is back and it is already delivering the drama we love. We sit down with expert John Aiken to get his take on the new cast and why this season feels more confronting than ever. John reveals the bizarre TikTok relationship trends he is seeing this year and why having a strict list of non-negotiables is a recipe for disaster. We also get the behind the scenes truth on those eight hour commitment ceremonies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
John Aiken from MAFS. What skill makes you irreplaceable in your relationship? Insane Super Bowl bets. The most you've ever spent on a seat. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The new season might be the most scandalous yet.
Ehhh kia ora e te homies! Here's what you missed on the show today: Nickson inherited something huge Teg’s man is doing questionable things at baby showers You know you grew up well if you had … John Aiken from MAFS gives Fame some relo advice Tegs looked into her whakapapa What was your superbowl? Shot for listening, From Eds AKA Eric AKA Edith AKA Eteni
This podcast description was blatantly written by AI... In today's episode of The Clint, Meg, and Dan podcast, the gang discusses the recent Super Bowl 60 with hosts offering their takes on Bad Bunny's and Charlie Puth's performances. Meg critiques Dan's saucy re-imagining of a listener's meet-cute story at a kebab shop. The team explores the '6/7 Dating Trend' where people seek more stable relationships by dating partners deemed less attractive. Listeners call in to share their bizarre cringe injuries, and there's a $10,000 Easy Money giveaway. Plus, a chat with John Aiken from Married at First Sight Australia. Don't miss the laughs, cringes, and insightful conversations! 00:24 Meg's Sleep-In and Parenting Woes01:07 Romantic Fiction and Saucy Stories04:10 Meg's Arrival and First Call of the Day29:56 Romantic Fiction: Dan's Creative Take35:44 Super Bowl Halftime Show Controversy39:30 Banned from Using the Microplane40:00 Cringe-Worthy Injury Stories48:01 The Super Bowl Recap55:12 Reward Stories and Lost Pets01:06:58 Dating Trends: The 6-7 Theory
On today’s show: How Ben’s daughter discovered a conversation-ending one-liner Why Megan is sick of her husband going to the supermarket… can you relate? Jono’s horrid run-in with a gas station sausage roll! Dear Megan… After 17 years together, my husband left for a midlife “reinvention” and now wants to come back. Am I naive to take him back? John Aiken from MAFS joins us to give his take on our Dear Megan and chats about being accused of “trying to silence women” whenever he gives feedback We go LIVE to our mate in the aftermath of the Super Bowl… was Bad Bunny any good? Instagram: @THEHITSBREAKFAST Facebook: The Hits Breakfast with Jono, Ben & MeganSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Matty's awkward naked changing room moment What is so obvious, but you really have to spell it out for your partner? Am I A Weirdo - I can't use forks anymore after I stabbed the inside of my cheek Matty accidentally payed someone with an extra 0!! John Aiken from MAFS to talk alll things Season 13 of Married at First Sight! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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t’s a jam-packed one with Ed Sheeran tickets flying out the door every hour. MAFS expert John Aiken drops serious tea ahead of the new season, Wil Anderson hangs out with us for half the show talking Fringe, improv and whatever else pops into his head, and Nat reveals her surprisingly strict New Year shopping resolution. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When did you say no to the proposal? MAFS expert John Aiken concerned about Xav’s horny period. What basic thing can’t you do? Katie Lamb gets fat shamed!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Season 13 of Married At First Starts This Sunday on Nine. Relationship Expert John Aiken. He gave some insights into the new season, 'Boss Babes' and John's thoughts on the couples. Tune in to hear more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From playing against Brian Lara and Brendon McCullum to starring in 'Married at First Sight', John Aiken's story is extraordinary. He tells Stephan Shemilt how it all happened.
Beth unpacks what went wrong with her and Teejay and shares a blunt message to Paul. John Aiken details what he expected from final tests.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ryan speaks his truth on his relationship with Jacqui. John Aiken compares the situations of Teejay and Dave.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dave shares where he really is in his relationship. John Aiken explains why we see sparks fly during partner swaps.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carina tells how it felt to be at the end of Jamie’s anger - and what she would have done differently at the retreat. John Aiken unpacks his definition of ‘alpha’. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Awhina opens up about being a proud mum, Adrian’s shock exit, and the situation between him and Sierah. John Aiken discusses the return of Eliot and Lauren.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Twist in 'hate tape' case. *Supermarket price hikes. *John Aiken from MAFS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Twist in 'hate tape' case. *Supermarket price hikes. *John Aiken from MAFS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
*Twist in 'hate tape' case. *Supermarket price hikes. *John Aiken from MAFS.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's our weekly round up! The best of the week from our National radio show THE PICKUP. Today's ep is unlike anything we have had to record before and are heartbroken by the decision that has been made for the show. Every week we are live across the country on the KIIS Network. You can listen live on iHeart radio, or catch up here each week!For more follow @THEPICKUP on socials. What's on the show Can you judge someone by the bread of their dog Cyber farting a criminal case MAFS expert John Aiken Ben exposed himself on TV Angie Kent and her IVF journey You can watch us on Youtube Find us on Instagram Join us on tiktokSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Married At First Sight Expert John Aiken joined Britt & Laura to chat about whether the experts ACTUALLY have a say in pairing the couples, who the biggest red flags are, how the hell two of the couples already knew each other and which couple has the biggest red flags. He also clarifies whether there was an actual b*tt pl*g on the shelf behind him in that episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Aiken from MAFS joins the show to spill the tea on Season 12, and Matt is in the bad books (all the way from Africa).See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We had a chat with John Aiken from Married At First Sight Australia, who spilt all the tea on Tim & Katie and also touched on the amount of toxic masculinity from some of the Grooms on the show.
Some of the best bits from today’s show: Harrison calls a mechanic and asks for a rim job? John Aiken from MAFS AU gives us all the tea on the couples. A Greenfield Lane & Shortland Street crossover is in the works… Did you see s celeb and ignore them? Steph has a bone to pick with an NZ clothing retailer. Tap that still hasn’t been guessed… Steph reveals her grotty habits. Harrison comes clean on his ice cream content over summer… E-Z Money! Love ya! Sean, Steph, Harrison, Producer Arun & Intern Lily x Follow us on insta @Edgeafternoons
Lucinda Light was running a speed dating company in Byron Bay when she auditioned for 'Married At First Sight'. While on the show, she became a huge hit with fans because of her emotional intelligence and open-hearted soul. When it ended, she embarked on an unexpected new lifeIn 2024, a woman named Lucinda Light burst on to Australian TV screens on the reality show juggernaut 'Married at First Sight'.At first, Lucinda seemed to be another wild and kooky reality TV character. She was filmed hugging a tree, twirling on a beach, and reading out from her 'Man-ifesto' — a list of things she hoped for in her prospective groom, whom she was about to meet for the very first time live on TV.During her season on the show, Lucinda gained a loyal tribe of fans for her optimism, empathy, and hilarious antics as she pranced around in an animal mask, and declared her disdain for sharing a toilet with a lover.While things didn't work out with her TV husband, Lucinda emerged from the show with an entirely new career.This episode of Conversations touches on reality television, MAFS, MAFS2025, Timothy Smith, relationship expert, falling in love, John Aiken, Mel Schilling, Alessandra Rampolla, MAFS experts, MAFS Australia, Lauren and Eliot, Rhi and Jeff, Katie and Tim, relationships, love after 40, love after divorce, queer relationships, dinner parties.
Jamie and Dave express how they set the standard for dinner parties to come.John Aiken shares how he really felt about that “sit down” with Eliot.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hi Guys, welcome back to TV Reload. Thank you for clicking or downloading on today’s episode with Alessandra one of the relationship experts from Married At First Sight. Which launches series 12 tonight. MAFS is an institution and so many people watch this Channel Nine reality series. Now not just in Australia but all over the world. I am excited to share with you my catch up with Alessandra. Who is the sexy sexologist on the show. There is something so effortlessly engaging about her accent and intelligence. Their was literally no editing to this podcast… which is unusual. Let me let you. Alessandra will unpack the way in which she was picked to be on the couch working with these couples. We chat about her relationship with John Aiken and Mel Schilling and how she feels about her connection with the other experts. I find out what Alessandra thinks about the connection with only fans and Mafs. Which I think has always fascinated me. You will get everything from how she feels about this season, what what we have to learn from Mafs as viewers and what makes this show so addictive.. There is so much to talk about with so many inside revelations. So sit back and relax as we unpack the wonderful world of Married At First Sight Australia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We know this relationship works, so we are choosing to STAY as your perfect podcast match for the brand new season of Married at First Sight! FOLLOW OR SUBSCRIBE NOW to once again join Shelly Horton as she unpacks every pressing issue with John Aiken and the MAFS experts AND hears exclusive insights into the experiment first hand from the participants themselves! Your first new episode drops Monday, February 3rd, then every Wednesday night - straight after the dinner parties!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Married at First Sight expert John Aiken reveals why familiar faces were cast for the 2025 season! The Block has a ‘SECRET clause' if Kylie & Brad DON'T show up on auction day! The Block's Mimi reveals where she stands with Kylie & Brad post-CHEATING scandal PLUS LOTS MORE! Want more of the latest gossip? Get EXTRA hot tea on SO DRAMATIC! EXTRA via PATREON and APPLE! Visit SO DRAMATIC! ONLINE and sign up for our VIP list! Keep up to date with the latest on INSTAGRAM, FACEBOOK, TIKTOK, TWITTER and the FACEBOOK GROUP! Got a tip? Contact: tips@sodramaticmedia.com! Want to partner with us? Contact: hello@sodramaticmedia.com!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Daisies are BACK for season 8 of MAFS UK! They get stuck into episodes 1 & 2, covering all the drama of the first four weddings. They question whether Kieran and Kristina could be TOO similar, and share their hopes and fears for this season's lesbian couple. They also delve into the double twin drama, and look ahead with consternation to the honeymoons.Follow and DM us on Instagram @doingthemafs or email daisygrantproductions@gmail.comClick here to sign up to our PATREON!
Quiet Vacationing Top 6: Signs NZ is in Bad Shape Silly Little Poll! Vaughans Commute Final Rankings! John Aiken & Jo Robertson from MAFS NZ *ding* Fletch's Hot Technique Fact of the Day Day Day Day Daaaaay!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today we are joined in studio by John Aiken & Jo Robertson ahead of season 4 of Married At First Sight NZ.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We all love love... So who better to speak with than Mr. Married At First Sight himself? Of course we're referring to the wonderful John Aiken. In today's Out Of Office episode, you'll hear how John Aiken went from the player on the pitch, to the relationship expert helping people get hitched. He reveals the ONLY time it's ok to lie to a partner (from a little bit of personal experience), an email which completely transformed his career path and how MAFS is helping people around the world in their relationships. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Daisies talk through episodes 9-11 of MAFS AU, including a fraught commitment ceremony, and an uncomfortable intimacy week. They discuss Boobgate, Tristan's self esteem battles, and of course Collins vs John Aiken. They also analyse Sara's manipulations, Lauren's self-sabotaging behaviour, and much, much more!Follow and DM us on Instagram @doingthemafs or email daisygrantproductions@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Is 3 Months of Dating Enough? Plus, John Aiken from Married at first Sight joins the Show, See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hughesy & Kate Catchup - Hit Network - Dave Hughes and Kate Langbroek
Ed Kavalee has taken a crack at MAFS expert John Aiken during an interview, claiming that this is the worst behaved group they've ever had.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/hughesy-ed-and-erinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
John Aiken joined us for a mean yarnSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today's Only Fans, We are joined by John Aiken who is one of the experts of MAFS. We get some juicy details about the upcoming season and what its really like when the cameras aren't on. Catch it on Three Now.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hughesy & Kate Catchup - Hit Network - Dave Hughes and Kate Langbroek
On today's catch up, Hughesy cops his first feel of the year from Grant Denyer, to beard or not to beard is the million dollar question and we launch our BIGGEST tactic to date!Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/hughesy-ed-and-erinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hughesy & Kate Catchup - Hit Network - Dave Hughes and Kate Langbroek
Relationship expert John Aiken roasts Hughesy after he makes an extremely harsh claim about the new season of Married At First Sight.Subscribe on LiSTNR: https://play.listnr.com/podcast/hughesy-ed-and-erinSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Our worst fears are confirmed... Zeon Chriss is hitting the portal. Per reports from ESPN, Zeon is saying that goodbye to Louisiana. Nick and Josh host a special live emergency pod where we discuss the big news that dropped earlier today, talk about the current college football landscape, and hear from our fans. We also speak with Krewe Allons' John Aiken who gives us some great information on what transpired, and offers advice on what we need to do as fans to help counter this new world of NIL recruitment.For full video of this episode, follow us on these platforms: YouTube | Twitter (X) | Facebook | Twitch | Instagram | TikTok