He’s one of Em’s closest friends and he’s back to talk us through his upcoming tour ‘Rob Mills Performs the Songs of Bon Jovi’, celebrating 40 years of Bon Jovi. The fact that it just happens to be on at exactly the same time as Em’s Outgrown tour needs discussion, so does the fact that when Rob told Em he was doing this tour, her response was “WHY?”. There’s also chat around Rob’s need for Em to take him clothes shopping, his new moustache, whether he will be revealing his hairless bod on stage and the damage ‘Wicked’ has taken on his leg hair. We also dive into comparing both of their shows, what is the Bon Jovi setlist Rob will perform on tour and why Rob needs to update his website address. Plus we talk airline nightmares, how Em played a key role in Rob auditioning for ‘& Juliet’ after he expressed zero interest in being a part of it and how much he misses it now that it has wrapped up. Finally promises are made to Em that Rob and his girlfriend Georgie aren’t planning on eloping when they head off overseas later this year. Get tickets and more details at robmills.net.au. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em is joined by pod producer Ben to talk Menopausia and the rest of the ‘Outgrown’ set going missing, and the season finale of ‘House of the Dragon’. Sign up now to start listening or watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We open with another round of updates from behind the scenes of Em’s Outgrown tour, from more mind blowing reviews, to meeting the owner of our most vomit inducing ‘AMA’ in Adelaide, all the way to becoming Sarah Connor and seeing a former Idol while performing in WA. Then we move onto all of the unhinged stuff that’s continuing to be offered up by US Politics, from VP nominee JD Vance attacking cat owners and not denying the rumours that he is a humper of couches. To the terrible execution of the advert announcing that the Obama’s are endorsing Kamala Harris for President. There’s also more potential Vice President running mate chat, and even some questions around who Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce might put their support behind if at all. Finally there’s just enough time for some Paris Games chat as Elio is officially getting to experience his very first one. So far, in an effort to make sure he’s not just consuming toxic bro gamer content, Em has introduced him to all the different female sports, and the men’s synchronised diving, so job well done. That then leads us to our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, where Em and Michael talk the latest episode of ‘House of the Dragon’ and also ‘Okay, Stop!’ Celine Dion’s Opening ceremony performance at the Games. Sign up now to start listening or watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Before we get the introduction out there’s a bunch of dragon and mediaeval peen chat to deliver, then we’re straight into what went down when Em took her Outgrown Tour to NSW over the weekend. It wouldn’t be an Em Rusciano Live show in Sydney without there being ambulances called, this time the drama went down at Em’s Thirroul show. You’ll get the full explain and all of the dramatic events before and during that gig, plus how it all went when Em took the show to Sydney. Then, after a proper stretch from Michael, it’s time to chat Joe Biden stepping aside and how exactly do we say Kamala’s name correctly. Then it’s onto all the approvals coming out after Kamala announced that she is running for President, from the Charli XCX BRAT font being adopted, to a mental side quest into Chappell Roan stepping away from the spotlight. There’s the huge influx of donations to her campaign in the first 24 hours, to the new generation of voters now legally able to vote in the US, plus Nancy Pelosi and George Clooney’s roles in all of this to discuss too. Then in the Sealed Section Em & Michael will ‘Okay, Stop!’ Kamala and her husband Doug, appearing at their all staff meeting at Kamala’s Campaign Headquarters, plus who both of them think will be chosen as Vice President. Sign up now to start listening or watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the gunshot that’ll change the political landscape in America, and you better believe Em has been on a hyperfixation trail all night trawling the deep dark recesses of the world wide web for as much info as she can get. That’s why this episode starts with a flurry and doesn’t slow down for the first half an hour, as Em and Michael talk through the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in detail. We follow that with a full rundown of the opening weekend of Em’s Outgrown tour in Queensland. Michael takes on the role of interviewer to get us all the behind the scenes goss, from the struggles to get it to the stage, to the amazing reception and support the Outgrown audiences have given Em at each show. Lastly, there’s a bunch of campery to close things out as Em talks us through those steamy paparazzi pics of Theo James filming a fragrance commercial in a glorious white speedo. Then there’s that footage of Kylie Minogue being carried on stage by two of our favourite gay actors, Jonathan Bailey and Andrew Scott. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!’ the new music video ‘Woman’s World’ from Katy Perry. Sign up now to start listening or watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We begin this episode with Michael up on his high horse (actually a chair) and delightfully high on Endone, so expect less “to be fair” and more unfiltered Lucas. It's his first episode since his hip replacement and he has updates and feedback to share, including whether or not he and Adrian have managed to throw a newly attached leg over one another or not. Then it’s onto the news that the ‘Wicked’ movie will be opening the same day as the brand new ‘Gladiator 2’ with Pedro Pascal, Paul Mescal and Denzel Washington at the helm. Obviously Em is mad keen to see them both, but which should be first, and will Michael agree on Em’s preferred order for intake? After that we need to reflect on the news that Joe Biden is pretty much triple doubling down and refusing to withdraw from the US Presidential race, while Trump has pretty much gone silent. There’s also the French and UK Elections to address, both countries rejected the right wing parties and the UK’s new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer has announced a record number of women into his cabinet. Finally, Em’s first three shows of her ‘Outgrown’ tour kick off in Queensland this week, with the very first show happening tonight in Toowoomba. There’s a nasty iron infusion to discuss, a black curtain of shame to fall in love with, and a special Gold Coast guest they’re not allowed to talk about, so buckle up and prepare to ride at dawn to the nearest set of headphones and get your listen on. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hollow shell of a human incoming, it’s been a LOT recently so Em is coming in like Joe Biden at a Presidential debate, which we will discuss within this episode. To begin though we need to acknowledge Michael’s Logie noms for ‘The Newsreader’ and the blandness of the Gold Logie nominees again this year, aside from Julia Morris and Tony Armstrong of course. Then we need to talk through the utter bin fire that was the first Presidential Debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. You can expect more predictions from the Magical Unicorn of Death, as well as a side-quest on Putin and Kim Jong-un's limo ride and airport wave offs. There’s also some chat about why Michael and Adrian shouldn’t have children of their own. We also need to discuss Em’s family losing Scott’s Dad last week, Odie having her Year 12 formal, Marchella heading overseas this weekend, Em being sick and the push to sell Outgrown tour tickets, it's all a little bit overwhelming. Then there’s Michael’s hip surgery being moved, the extensive medical scrub down before surgery and a deep dive into why Em is all about pyjamas and why Michael needs to get his sleeping attire sorted too. Then in our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael have both seen the ‘I Am Celine Dion’ documentary and they’re ready to give their feedback and a full review. Sign up now to start listening & watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

They’re the reviews you’ve never seen, recorded in 2023 but never broadcast visually, now you get to witness Em and Michael’s full facial reactions as they review some of our favourite streaming moments from last year. Inside you’ll get to witness them gush over that 4-part doco series on the life and career of David Beckham with ‘Beckham’. Then we get the full gobsmacked reaction to Ghost Diana appearing in the final season of the documentary ‘The Crown’, which sees condemnation and ridicule from Em and a collection of to be fair’s from Michael, standard. After that we focus on the soft focus that glides across the face of Jennifer Aniston and Reese Witherspoon whenever they appear in a shot on the TV series ‘Morning Wars/The Morning Show’. Plus Em offers props for the superb and steamy age appropriate sex scenes between Jen and Mad Men’s Jon Hamm too. Finally, it’s the reason a video version of this pod adds another level to the enjoyment, as we get to witness Em and Michael reliving their road trip to see Lady Gaga doing her jazz and piano show in Vegas. There’s a full breakdown of the abundant highlights and hilarious moments from before, during and after that show. That’s swiftly followed by their night with Beyonce in LA, two life changing events that are totally worth revisiting with the added visuals attached. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As previously teased, this week there’s no regular Emsolation episode so that Em can focus on rehearsals for her upcoming ‘Outgrown’ tour. There also wasn’t meant to be one last week either, but who says NO to an emergency ep with Jemma Rix telling her glorious ‘Wicked’ story? Definitely not us. This week, we’re giving you a special sampler from today’s episode of the Sealed Section, which is available every Thursday on our premium service, Emsolation Extra. Em and her eldest daughter Marchella decided to review the final episodes of the new season of ‘Bridgerton’ and play ‘Okay, Stop!’ with the trailer for Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron’s new movie ‘A Family Affair’. To listen or WATCH the full Sealed Section episode, sign up now at emsolation.supercast.com. Already a subscriber, you can go to the ‘manage my subscription’ section on the Supercast website to upgrade to the ‘Extra Extra’ tier to watch Thursday episodes on the Supercast website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It’s the story musical theatre nerds have been frothing over, everyone else, not so much. Which is why Em is here to rectify that ASAP ploise! Jemma Rix is one of Australia’s most loved leading ladies of musical theatre, having starred in the stage versions of ‘Frozen’, ‘Ghost’, ‘The Wizard of Oz’, and most famously as ‘Elphaba’ in ‘Wicked’. It’s no secret that ‘Wicked’ is Em’s emotional support musical, so when she heard that Jemma had stepped on stage to fill in as ‘Elphaba’ for one night last week, Em was pulling strings, calling in favours and making calls to get Jemma in to reveal the full heckers story. You see, Jemma hasn’t performed the role of ‘Elphaba’ for 9 years, but she somehow managed to rehearse and reacquaint herself with the role, then step on stage to perform the entire thing, with just 2 days notice! She only had a baby 9 months ago and suddenly she's centre stage with literally zero prep, HUZZAH!! It’s a Herculean effort and it’s a story that Em and Jemma will break down in so much detail, you’ll almost believe you were actually there with Jemma while she was going through it all. So strap yourself in for the full fascinating reveal of the ultimate musical theatre ‘Good For Her’ EVER!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Michael’s petty era, he’s come in raging over an article asserting that Season 3 of his hit TV series ‘The Newsreader. Rumours that the series is wrapping up because his cast don’t wanna do it anymore are false, and the truth is he never planned to go beyond a third season ever. Cut to Michael calling the article's creators to have it adjusted (something Em was never able to do when fake articles about her came out) and much discussion of who cares, who’s show gets better numbers, and assurances we won’t be cutting anything Michael says out (which we didn’t). Then it’s onto the biggest mistake in Em’s life, jumping in on a Craft Market stall with comedian Lizzy Hoo to sell a bunch of clothes and shoes. Em went in hard, we’re talking swings tags, paper bags, classy coat hangers, clothing racks, full outfit washes and Em’s mum Jenni stepping in to help organise and run the market stall too. It is a LOT and Em will never be doing it again. Finally there’s the shocking news that Jennifer Lopez emailed Em to tell her that she was cancelling her ‘This Is Me…Now Live’ tour, plus there’s the latest attempts to prove her and Ben Affleck are still very much in love and all is fine in Bennifer land to check in on too. Plus there’s much gushing when they both discuss the new doco based on the creator of The Muppets, Fraggle Rock, The Labyrinth and so much more, ‘Jim Henson Idea Man’. In our Sealed Section, on our premium service Emsolation Extra, Em and Michael ‘Okay, Stop!’ the viral TikTok of comedian Georgia Godworth vox popping the one and only Baz Luhrmann, whilst having zero idea she was chatting to someone so famous. Sign up now to start listening & watching the Sealed Section at emsolation.supercast.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices