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What They Said…!

What They Said…!

Dating. Relationships. Friendships. It’s a mine field to navigate - especially when you are above 40 and have to start over again! Join Relationship and Divorce Coach, Naomi Cao and resident “Single ‘girl’ about town” Louise Palmer, as they discuss all things relationships - Whether it’s being single and navigating the world of dating after being in a longterm relationship… Being in a committed relationship and balancing a career, kids (or pets!)… Or attempting to be Match Makers themselves for singles in Sydney during their fun segment “PERFECT MATCH!”… Your two new BFF’s will be keeping it all real, whilst coming at ya with lots of fun and laughs along the way! So grab a glass of wine or a cuppa, and join us for a natter fortnightly on Thursdays!

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1 hr, 3 min•
6 Mar

“In the immortal words of Britney…. ‘YOU’RE TOXIC’ (add a good few more bleeps to that Chris!)”

*PLEASE NOTE: TRIGGER WARNING – We discuss Miscarriages, and Mental Abuse in this episode. If this episode affects you or need additional help, we have listed contact numbers below where you can get help and support. In today’s episode: Naomi speaks on how important it is to recognise and understand when you are in a toxic relationship, and shares her OWN story in one of the hardest segments we’ve had to record in "Wifey Lifey"In "Lou's Dating Diary", Lou shares more about her dating life… which is still drier than the Sahara…so what better time to discuss sex toys and self-love (Yes folks… we mean THAT self love!) and BENNY HILL makes an unwelcome return!The Ladies ask the big question and continue to delve into ‘What does Consent mean in modern day dating?' in "Question Of The Week"Plus, hold on to your hats… WE ARE FINALLY BACK with another "PERFECT MATCH!" couple! Listen to both tell all about their blind date at Sydney's fabulous Bella Vista Hotel! Will Naomi and Lou finally get the fairytale ending they have been waiting for? All that and more, in today’s show!Production notes:Recorded at the The Hills Podcast and Video Room located at Bella Vista Hotel Edited by: Chris Rulewski Music by: Danny Müller Content Written &Produced By: Naomi Cao & Louise Palmer For those in need of assistance or information related to domestic violence in Australia and New South Wales, please find below some important contact information: 1800RESPECT (National Domestic Violence Helpline): 1800 737 732☎️ NSW Domestic Violence Line: 1800 656 463☎️ Domestic Violence Line - 1800 656 463 ☎️ Indigenous Women's Advice Line - 1800 810 784☎️ Women's Legal Advice Line - 1800 801 501☎️ NSW Sexual Violence Hotline - 1800 424 017☎️ Beyond blue -1300 22 4636☎️ Lifeline - 131 114☎️ Financial Consulting Australia -1800 007 007☎️ 13 Yarn - 13 92 76☎️ Child Protection Helpline -132 111☎️ These organizations are here to provide you with support, advice, and resources should you ever find yourself in a situation where you need assistance. Please join us for daily laughs and new friendships on our Facebook group or follow us on Instagram:Facebook:https://m.facebook.com/groups/sydney.friendz/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvFInstagram: https://instagram.com/sydneyfriendz?igshid=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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36 min•
28 Feb

"Romeo, Romeo where for art thou Romeo…?!" Not in Sydney by the looks of it… and neither is our Juliet!!!

It’s a virtual episode today - Naomi is in Sydney, holding down the “What They Said…!” empire, whilst Lou is trying her level best to score a date in Brisbane! In today’s episode! Naomi urges us to ‘bring the sexy back’ and to embrace having either a Mum or Dad bod in "Wifey Lifey"… Lou gives the run down on single life in Brisbane and shares if she managed to find someone crazy enough to date her in "Lou's Dating Diary"… In the first part of a special two parter, the Ladies explore the word ‘Consent’ and what it means in modern dating in – in "Question Of The Week"… And we meet another “PERFECT MATCH” Cou… Oh hang on… WE DON’T! Find out why Naomi & Lou are about to throw their hats out in despair at the Singles of Sydney in today’s show! Production notes: Recorded at the The Hills Podcast and Video Room located at Bella Vista Hotel Edited by: Chris Rulewski Music by: Danny Müller Content Written & Produced By: Naomi Cao & Louise Palmer Check out our Facebook group and come join THE HEARD! Chat about the show, our episodes, apply to be on PERFECT MATCH and also be the first to hear all about our latest news: https://www.facebook.com/whattheysaidpodcast?mibextid=tPfjzR Or follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/whattheysaid_podcast?igsh=ZWNpYnhucW4zajQ5 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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39 min•
21 Feb

"The Man Drought…. WE WILL FIND MEN FOR THE SINGLE LADIES OF SYDNEY…. GOSH DARN IT!!!!!"

In today’s episode! Naomi shares how to navigate through arguments within relationships in ‘Wifey Lifey”… In "Lou's Dating Diary", Lou talks dating fatigue…. Man, its super exhausting! The Ladies ask the big question – “Is the ‘Bro and Sister Code’ still a thing” in "Question Of The Week" The spotlight is on the Jumper, we mean. Wooden Dragon in "Star-Crossed Lovers" … Plus, we DON’T meet another "PERFECT MATCH!" couple… Cos we couldn’t find no men to participate this week! However, Naomi and Lou may have a remedy for that… Let’s hope that no one gets arrested…! All that and more, in today’s show! Production notes:Recorded at the The Hills Podcast and Video Room located at Bella Vista Hotel Edited by: Chris Rulewski Music by: Danny Müller Content Written &Produced By: Naomi Cao & Louise PalmerCheck out our Facebook group and come join THE HEARD! Chat about the show, our episodes, apply to be on PERFECT MATCH and also be the first to hear all about our latest news: https://www.facebook.com/whattheysaidpodcast?mibextid=tPfjzR Or follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/whattheysaid_podcast?igsh=ZWNpYnhucW4zajQ5  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"The Man Drought…. WE WILL FIND MEN FOR THE SINGLE LADIES OF SYDNEY…. GOSH DARN IT!!!!!"
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56 min•
14 Feb

" ‘…So this guy came in the pharmacy I worked at ‘cos he caught worms in Bali. I gave him some tablets… Later he calls the shop to ask me out…’ YOU. WHAT. NOW. NAOMI??!"

("And yes, I had to hear this Worm Guy story 9 times whilst editing this... *Shakes head*" - Editor, Chris) In today’s chockers, jammed packed episode! Naomi shares when is the best time to move in together and how to win at the ‘who gets to decorate’ game in "Wifey Lifey"… Lou gives her take on the art of saying ‘Thanks but no thanks’ and reiterates that bum fluff is not a thing in "Lou's Dating Diary"… The Ladies ask the big question – ‘Would you date someone at work?’ in "Question Of The Week"… Its a final overview on astrology as we come to the end of our deep dive into star signs in “Star-Crossed Lovers”… Plus, we meet another "PERFECT MATCH!" couple, who us tell all about their blind date at Sydney's fabulous Bella Vista Hotel!  Have Naomi and Lou found a couple that will finally get them their GOD DAMN HATS, GOD DAMN IT??!!!  All that and more, in today’s show Production notes:Recorded at the The Hills Podcast and Video Room located at Bella Vista Hotel Edited by: Chris Rulewski Music by: Danny Müller Content Written &Produced By: Naomi Cao & Louise PalmerCheck out our Facebook group and come join THE HEARD! Chat about the show, our episodes, apply to be on PERFECT MATCH and also be the first to hear all about our latest news: https://www.facebook.com/whattheysaidpodcast?mibextid=tPfjzR Or follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/whattheysaid_podcast?igsh=ZWNpYnhucW4zajQ5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

" ‘…So this guy came in the pharmacy I worked at ‘cos he caught worms in Bali. I gave him some tablets… Later he calls the shop to ask me out…’ YOU. WHAT. NOW. NAOMI??!"
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1 hr, 4 min•
7 Feb

Valentines Day Special... Lurve, Lurve, and Even More Lurve... PLUS... HE REALLY DOES EXIST PEOPLE!!! Mr Naomi Cao Finally Speaks Out!

Love is in the air - Lets hope we don't get copyrighted due to the ladies 'enthusiastic' singing of that song today ("I highly doubt it with THAT rendition...' - Editor Chris)! Whether you are Coupled-Up, or Single there is something for everyone in today’s bumper, chockers *insert Lou-ism here*, VALENTINES DAY SPECIAL! In today’s episode! Naomi shares how she and Mr Naomi Cao will be celebrating Valentines Day, and that will NOT include cleaning 1000's of rose petals in "Wifey Lifey"…Lou shares how self-love (Get your minds out of the gutter people... we don't mean THAT!!!) PLUS loving yourself first is more important than loving ANYONE else in "Lou's Dating Diary"… The Ladies ask the big question – ‘Is Valentines Day a commercial ripoff, or is there still a special meaning to it?'  to three guys: Resident Cheeky Lad about town - Andrew, General Manager of Bella Vista Hotel - Jimmy, AND the one, the only, MR NAOMI CAO in "Question Of The Week"…Our very own 'Mystic' Lou brings her Tarot and psychic talents to the forefront and gives all 12 zodiac signs a special LURVE reading - Will it all be chocolates, sexy time and roses, or will it just be WAR OF THE ROSES for some of our signs? Plus, we meet another "PERFECT MATCH!" couple, who us tell all about their blind date at Sydney's fabulous Bella Vista Hotel! Have Naomi and Lou found this week's blind daters THEIR special person this Valentines Day? All that and more, in today’s show! Check out our Facebook group and come join THE HEARD! Chat about the show, our episodes, apply to be on PERFECT MATCH, and also be first to hear all about our latest news - https://www.facebook.com/whattheysaidpodcast?mibextid=tPfjzR Or follow us on Insta -  https://www.instagram.com/whattheysaid_podcast?igsh=ZWNpYnhucW4zajQ5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Valentines Day Special... Lurve, Lurve, and Even More Lurve... PLUS... HE REALLY DOES EXIST PEOPLE!!! Mr Naomi Cao Finally Speaks Out!
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48 min•
31 Jan

“What Part Of ‘Let’s Do The “Bay Run”, Means Wear Jeans, A Dress Shirt And Shoes… I Dunno, You’d Think There Was A Hint In There Somewhere…?!”

In today’s 'jammed-packed, chockers' episode! Naomi shares the best way of blending yours and a new partners ‘Family Traditions’ without it  causing tears and bloodshed in "Wifey Lifey"...In "Lou's Dating Diary", Lou gives her take on what makes a great first date location and it’s definitely not under a clock with a rose between your teeth in the wrong suburb...The Ladies ask the big question – ‘Is Ageism a thing when it comes to dating?' in "Question Of The Week"...The heat is being turned down a few notches in "Star-Crossed Lovers", as Naomi and Lou give a final overview on Fire signs Aries, Sagittarius and Leo... Plus, we meet another "PERFECT MATCH!" couple who tell all about their blind date at Sydney's fabulous Bella Vista Hotel! Will Naomi and Lou finally be able to fling rice and confetti as they tearfully watch this couple ride off into the sunset? (*Editor Chris – “Yeah, I wouldn’t bank on it folks…”) All that and more, in today’s show! Production notes:Recorded at the The Hills Podcast and Video Room located at Bella Vista Hotel Edited by: Chris Rulewski Music by: Danny Müller Content Written &Produced By: Naomi Cao & Louise PalmerCheck out our Facebook group and come join THE HEARD! Chat about the show, our episodes, apply to be on PERFECT MATCH and also be the first to hear all about our latest news: https://www.facebook.com/whattheysaidpodcast?mibextid=tPfjzR Or follow us on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/whattheysaid_podcast?igsh=ZWNpYnhucW4zajQ5See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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