Episode 65: How Sam scored an iPhone 17 for $140! Plus Pop Culture & a Catch-Up…

Episode 65: How Sam scored an iPhone 17 for $140! Plus Pop Culture & a Catch-Up…

This week on Bestie Boos, we’re checking in after a huge few weeks of juggling work, life, kids, and everything in between. From RSV making its way through the house to navigating the new juggle of freelancer life, we’re sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between. In pop culture, we’re unpacking the latest headlines, including Tyra Banks taking on Netflix, Anne Hathaway’s reported baby news, Brooklyn Beckham’s latest career pivot, and why Charli XCX says the Brat era wasn’t exactly great for her mental health. We also discuss FIFA’s latest headlines, Harry Styles making yet another appearance in our conversations, Jelly Roll’s marriage update, and the social media trend that’s got everyone posting Instagram carousels with individual captions. Elsewhere, Sam shares the true story of how she managed to get an iPhone 17 for just $140, and we discuss whether posting on LinkedIn every day is actually worth it after a very unexpected DM lands in the inbox. Plus, we’re vibing with Olivia Rodrigo, voice notes for Isabelle, TikTok psychics, a swingin’ story, the surprisingly fascinating history behind St Pierre’s sushi, and some suspicious behaviour happening in Sarah’s neighbourhood 👀 Just two besties catching up on life, pop culture, and whatever else comes into our heads along the way 💕 _____________________ About Bestie Boos Podcast: Bestie Boos is a New Zealand podcast hosted by best friends Sam Baxter and Sarah Direen. Each week, the girls dive into the latest pop culture news, celebrity gossip, entertainment headlines, reality TV moments, internet trends, viral stories, and the everyday chaos of life. Based in Christchurch, New Zealand, Bestie Boos brings a uniquely Kiwi perspective to the biggest stories making headlines around the world. From Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Charli XCX, Anne Hathaway, and celebrity drama to friendship, motherhood, careers, relationships, social media trends, and navigating life in your 30s, no topic is off limits. If you love podcasts like Shameless, The Girls Bathroom, The Spill, Mamamia Out Loud, or Call Her Daddy, you’ll feel right at home. Expect pop culture commentary, hot takes, relatable life chats, plenty of laughs, and the kind of conversations you’d have with your best friends over coffee (or wine). Whether you’re here for celebrity news, entertainment updates, friendship advice, parenting conversations, lifestyle content, or simply a podcast that feels like catching up with your mates, Bestie Boos has you covered.

Episode 64: Out the gate vape spots & THAT Michael Jackson doco… it’s all here besties!

This week on Bestie Boos, we’re diving into a big week of pop culture — from thoughts on all things Taylor Swift, including her new song and the latest wedding rumours. We talk Dua Lipa’s second wedding celebrations, the new Michael Jackson doco thats number one on Netflix currently and our honest thoughts.... also Madonnas surprise NYC performance and her very revealing interview with Grindr. Sam absolutely narked on an indoor vapist (because honestly… WTF?!) and our besties shared the most out the gate spots they've seen someone vaping and we share why we’re both loving The Four Seasons on Netflix. SO GOOD! Plus, we tackle an ice bucket challenge conversation in support of Motor Neurone Disease NZ @mndnz Action Month, ask ourselves what the heck happened to Amanda Bynes, share a quick PSA about enrolling to vote, and look ahead to what’s coming up next. Just two besties catching up on life, pop culture, and whatever else comes into our heads along the way 💕 _____________________________________________ About Bestie Boos Podcast: Bestie Boos is a New Zealand podcast hosted by best friends Sam Baxter and Sarah Direen. Each week, the girls dive into the latest pop culture news, celebrity gossip, entertainment headlines, reality TV moments, internet trends, and viral stories — alongside honest conversations about friendship, motherhood, relationships, careers, personal growth, and navigating life in your 30s. Based in Christchurch, New Zealand, Bestie Boos brings a uniquely Kiwi perspective to the biggest stories making headlines around the world. From Taylor Swift, Dua Lipa, and celebrity drama to parenting challenges, dating disasters, social media trends, and everyday life, no topic is off limits. If you love podcasts like Shameless, The Girls Bathroom, Call Her Daddy, The Spill, or Mamamia Out Loud, you’ll feel right at home. Expect hot takes, heartfelt moments, unfiltered opinions, plenty of laughs, and the kind of conversations you’d have with your best friends over coffee (or wine). Whether you’re looking for celebrity news, pop culture commentary, friendship advice, parenting chats, lifestyle discussions, or simply a podcast that feels like catching up with your mates, Bestie Boos has you covered. Listen & Follow: • Instagram @bestieboosshow • TikTok @bestieboosshow • Watch on YouTube @BestieBoosShow • Contact: bestieboosshow@gmail.com ⭐ Follow, rate, review, and share with your besties — it helps more than you know and helps us reach more listeners around the world 💕

Episode 63: Tim Payne, Fergie & the Pussy Cat Dolls, Micro Acts of Feminism & Winter Tings

This week on Bestie Boos, we’re officially calling it: 2026 is shaping up to be the year of the reunion. From the Pussycat Dolls making headlines again to Fergie reuniting with the Black Eyed Peas at the AMAs, we’re taking a trip down memory lane and discussing whether nostalgia is having a bigger moment than ever. We also unpack Dua Lipa and Callum Turner’s intimate London wedding, Taylor Swift’s involvement in Toy Story 5 (kind of), and why Susan Boyle will forever be an icon in our eyes. Also, a HUGE shout out to our new bestie Tim Payne - he’s absolutely CLOCKED IT! Then we dive into a conversation that struck a chord with both of us — the idea of micro acts of feminism. The little things women do for one another every day that often go unnoticed but can make a huge difference. With winter officially arriving, we’re also checking in on ourselves. How did May go? What are we proud of? What could we do better? Consider this your permission slip for a mid-year reset. Plus, what we’re currently vibing, what we’re looking forward to, and an emotional farewell as Sam prepares to watch the very last episode of One Tree Hill. Just two besties catching up on life, pop culture, and whatever else comes into our heads along the way 💕 _______________________________ About Bestie Boos Podcast: Bestie Boos is a New Zealand podcast hosted by best friends Sam Baxter and Sarah Direen, bringing you weekly pop culture updates, celebrity news, and real-life conversations. Based in Aotearoa, NZ, we cover trending topics like Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, the Pussycat Dolls, Fergie, the Black Eyed Peas, celebrity weddings, entertainment news, internet culture, and viral moments — alongside honest chats about friendships, motherhood, relationships, personal growth, and everyday life. If you love podcasts like Shameless, The Girls Bathroom, or Call Her Daddy, you’ll feel right at home. Bestie Boos is your go-to Kiwi podcast for unfiltered opinions, hot takes, laughs, and relatable life chats. From celebrity news and pop culture updates to friendship dynamics, self-development, and the chaos of modern life — new episodes drop every week. Listen & Follow: • Instagram @bestieboosshow • TikTok @bestieboosshow • Watch on YouTube @BestieBoosShow • Contact: bestieboosshow@gmail.com Follow, subscribe, and share with your besties 💕

Episode 62: Fresh Air Fatigue, Danny Go & Dianne’s Commitment to the Job

This week on Bestie Boos, we’re catching up after a big weekend — from Club Day at the rugby club, to the very real feeling of needing an extra day to recover from all that fresh air 😅 We chat through what’s been happening in pop culture, including Auckland FC taking out the A-League Championship, Miley Cyrus getting her star on the Walk of Fame, the latest Spotify/Ticketmaster drama, and why Shakira honestly never seems to slow down. We also need to say sorry to Danny Go… we didn’t know 😭 Sending him all our love. Plus, Luna accidentally unlocks a story from Sezzy involving Dianne’s level of commitment to the job that is genuinely so out the gate… We also unpack an excuse for not showing up to an event that absolutely did not translate the way it was intended to 😅 We round things out with supermarket recommendations (we see you MCoBeauty — 40% off at Woolworths this week 👀), Netflix recos, Emily in Paris chat, and all the little life things we’re currently vibing. Just two besties catching up on life, pop culture, and whatever else comes into our heads along the way 💕 __________________________________ ⸻ About Bestie Boos Podcast: Bestie Boos is a New Zealand podcast hosted by best friends Sam Baxter and Sarah Direen, bringing you weekly pop culture updates, celebrity news, and real-life conversations. Based in Aotearoa, NZ, we cover trending topics like Miley Cyrus, Shakira, Auckland FC, Spotify drama, Ticketmaster headlines, Netflix shows, celebrity news, internet culture, and entertainment updates — alongside honest chats about friendships, motherhood, relationships, work, rugby club life, and everyday chaos. If you love podcasts like Shameless, The Girls Bathroom, or Call Her Daddy, you’ll feel right at home. Bestie Boos is your go-to Kiwi podcast for unfiltered opinions, laughs, hot takes, and relatable life chats. From viral pop culture moments and celebrity headlines to random stories, weekly catch-ups, supermarket recommendations, and the chaos of modern life — new episodes drop every week. Listen & Follow: • Instagram @bestieboosshow • TikTok @bestieboosshow • Watch on YouTube @BestieBoosShow • Contact: bestieboosshow@gmail.com Follow, subscribe, and share with your besties 💕

Episode 61: Bali Prison Story, Drake News & SIX60 Weekend Recap

This week on Bestie Boos, Sezzy is in charge… which means things get chaotic pretty quickly 😭 Fresh off SIX60’s massive Christchurch show, we recap our Once in a Lifetime weekend and everything that came with it — the energy, the nostalgia, and why it felt like the entire country was there. In pop culture land, we unpack Drake breaking streaming records (again), FIFA’s surprisingly stacked new music lineup curated by Chris Martin, and Taylor Frankie Paul stepping into her Bachelorette era. Plus, we discuss the internet chatter around Zohran Mamdani and why politics, money, and pop culture all seem to be colliding online right now. Then… things take a turn when Sam shares an absolutely wild story involving a Bali prison stay that genuinely leaves us speechless. We also deep dive into the devastating disappearance of Wendy’s Supa Sundaes, our favourite fast foods of all time, and a few highly passionate opinions nobody asked for. It’s chaotic, nostalgic, unfiltered, and somehow emotional over fast food — just another week with the Bestie Boos. __________________ About Bestie Boos Podcast: Bestie Boos is a New Zealand podcast hosted by best friends Sam Baxter and Sarah Direen, bringing you weekly pop culture updates, celebrity news, and real-life conversations. Based in Aotearoa, NZ, we cover trending topics like Drake, SIX60, Taylor Frankie Paul, reality TV, internet culture, celebrity drama, music news, and entertainment headlines — alongside honest chats about friendships, relationships, motherhood, work, and everyday life. If you love podcasts like Shameless, The Girls Bathroom, or Call Her Daddy, you’ll feel right at home. Bestie Boos is your go-to Kiwi podcast for unfiltered opinions, hot takes, laughs, and relatable chaos. From viral pop culture moments and celebrity headlines to nostalgic chats, wild real-life stories, and weekly life updates — new episodes drop every week. Listen & Follow: • Instagram @bestieboosshow • TikTok @bestieboosshow • Watch on YouTube @BestieBoosShow • Contact: bestieboosshow@gmail.com Follow, subscribe, and share with your besties 💕