Were You Hot in High School?
Comedians, Bea Barbeau-Scurla and Lauren Bonner try to get to the bottom of the burning question on everyone’s mind - “Were You Hot in High School?” Every week Bea and Lauren interview an array of comedians, athletes, writers and other interesting guests to chat about their teen experience. Funny and provocative, this podcast offers a nostalgic and insightful peek into the world of teen angst, body issues, sexuality and self-esteem.
Comedian and actor Nikki Britton joins Bea and Lauren this week. We talk about tik tok, holding your breath to impress a guy and struggling with an eating disorder in High School. Follow Nikki on instagram (@thenikkibritton) and twitter (@nikki_britton).
Comedian, writer, director and one third of Skit Box, Greta Lee Jackson joins us this week. We talk about lad culture, a band formed in music class and getting dreads in High School (YIKES). Follow Greta on socials @gretaleejackson and listen to her podcast: FAIL!
Comedian and playwright Oliver Twist joins us this week. We talk about going to high school in Malawi, being your local porn distributor and delicious little biscuits Lauren brought for us. Donate to There is Hope Malawi: thereishopemalawi.org
You've heard him on Triple J and seen him on Black Comedy, comedian and writer David Woodhead joins us this week. We talk about attempted High School Romance, group dynamics and a little drinking game he likes to call "Crolf". Follow Dave on Instagram and twitter (@davidawoodhead).
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
You've seen her name everywhere, comedian and writer Becky Lucas joins Lauren and Bea this week. We talk about prank phone calls, breaking your arm to impress a boy and how TVs are a lot like radiators. Follow Becky on Instagram (@beckylucas_) and twitter (@plsletmestay).
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
Known for her bold super-graphics, illustrative lettering and hand-painted murals, Sydney based artist Gemma O'Brien joins Lauren and Bea. We talk about hanging out in food courts, crashing parties, getting an 'art school haircut' and ask the question "can men be 'poon'?" Follow Gemma on instagram @mrseaves101.
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
Podcast King and multi-talented comedian, Cameron James joins Lauren and Bea this week. We talk about playing with scalpels, fingering and rebranding yourself in High School. Follow Cam on socials @iamcameronjames and listen to his many podcasts; Finding Drago, Total Reboot, Mike Check and the new podcast all about the 2019 Movie Cats, "Why Is Cats?".
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
From the Batch Bitch podcast, comedian Naomi Higgins joins Lauren and Bea this week. We talk about having penis drawings named after you, drunkenly sitting on your crush's lap during a football game and a 'kinky' themed high school party. Follow Naomi on Instagram and twitter (@Nomstrositi) and listen to the Batch Bitch pod!
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
Writer for "Wellington Paranormal", frequent guest on Have You Been Paying Attention, internet star and comedian Melanie Bracewell joins Lauren and Bea this week. We talk about being a dorky jock, being tumblr famous in High School and dating when tall. Follow Mel on Instagram (@melaniebracewell) and twitter (@meladoodle).
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
Creator and star of Stan's "The Other Guy", ex-Triple J host and author of the new book "Being Black N Chicken and Chips", comedian Matt Okine joins us this week. We talk about blocking out the haters, experimental penis enlargement techniques and a fake boyband sweeping a small Brisbane public school. Follow Matt on Instagram and twitter (@mattokine).
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
You've seen him on The Feed, heard him on Triple J and his podcasts Dragon Friends and Free to a Good Home, comedian Michael Hing joins Lauren and Bea this week. We talk about being nerdy as heck, politics of having a 'racial preference' when dating and a poem about a hedgehog. Follow Hing on Instagram and twitter (@hingers).
Were You Hot in High School's music is by @wolfjay_
This week's episode is about one of our very own hosts, Bea Barbeau-Scurla! We talk about Depression, cosplay and being 'not like other girls'! Follow the podcast on socials (@wereyouhotpod) and follow Bea on instagram (@kween_bea) and twitter (@kween__bea) if you haven't already.
EDIT: This episode was re-uploaded after it dissapeared off iTunes and Spotify. 02/05/2020