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Podcast

Melanated in Melbourne

63 episodesLatest Aug 22, 2026
Recorded in AustraliaAbout AustraliaEnglishSociety & CultureComedy
An insightful look into the Australian Lifestyle from the lens of two Black American besties.

Episodes

  1. "Death To Tall Poppy Syndrome"

    For the midseason premiere, Nicole and Ri'chard have a lot to say about Frank Ocean, Comedy, Fraternity Life and Tall Poppy Syndrome.

    S4 E1059:59
  2. "Live Full, Die Empty"

    The midseason finale gets spiritual as THEE Chantal Bala joins Nicole and Ri'chard to talk SZA, personal boundaries and creativity.

    S4 E901:24:32
  3. "I Hope I'm Black In Every Lifetime"

    This episode is a love letter to Black Women as Nicole and Ri'chard discuss Chloe X Halle, Self Care and Black Lady Lawyers on TV.

    S4 E844:23
  4. "Power To The Ponytail"

    On this episode, Nicole and Ri'chard Discuss Daylesford, Dookie and Ariana Grande.

    E2253:18
  5. "Diet Penis"

    Ri'chard and Adam are joined by Jacob, travel enthusiast and professional hater, to chat about SZA, the growing pains of living abroad and Jerry the Monkey.

    S4 E654:53
  6. "An Emphasis On Joy"

    Nicole and Ri'chard are joined by Gabriyel Thomas, Musical Theatre Superstar and Spiritual Barbie, to discuss Victoria Monet, the Performing Arts and the power of manifestation.

    E2101:09:22
  7. "Garfies"

    Nicole and Ri'chard are joined by Artist and Muralist Tayla Broekman to discuss Street Art in Melbourne.

    S4 E452:26
  8. "Footzcroy"

    It's a double draft pick day! Nicole and Ri'chard do a "Diva Draft Pick" for Lemonade and also debate their favorite northside suburbs.

    E2056:18
  9. "Park And Bark"

    Ri'chard and Nicole are joined by actor Wonza Johnson and they discuss his first impressions of Australia, all things Musical Theater and maintaining that creative spark.

    S4 E201:10:19
  10. "The Colonizer Fee"

    In the season 4 premiere, Nicole and Ri'chard are coming in hot with new games, new stories and the same old shenanigans.

    S4 E158:32
  11. "Gqom Girl"

    It's the 50th episode (and season 3 finale) of Melanated in Melbourne so Nicole and Ri'chard dressed like senior citizens to chat with Chrissy aka Mothafunk to discuss the richness…

    S3 E1940:38
  12. "To Be Loved"

    Hosts Ri'chard and Adam welcome Alison to the booth and they dive into the complexities of dating in Australia, especially from the perspective of Black and Brown expats.

    S3 E1853:56
  13. "No Nutbush November"

    To commemorate World AIDS Day on 1 December, Ri'chard and Nicole discuss the myths, stigmas, and advancements related to HIV and AIDS with their special guest, Dr. Hans.

    S3 E1756:14
  14. "Trickle Down Anxiety"

    Nicole and Ri'chard are joined by Lauren Green, host of "Unbossed, Unbothered, Unfiltered", to discuss US politics and it's impact on Australia and beyond.

    S3 E1601:08:50
  15. "Siki From The Block"

    Ri'chard and Luke (Thorne) have a sit down with multi-hyphenate superstar Siki Daha to discuss music, philanthropy and family.

    S3 E1545:12
  16. "Don't Start None, Won't Be None"

    Nicole, Ri'chard and Adam record their first at home episode for a Halloween Special.

    S3 E1445:40
  17. "Light Skin Aunt Viv"

    Adam joins the podcast for his big debut as Ali's replacement in the house and discuss his Australian beginnings, the podcast organization and microwaving scrambled eggs.

    S3 E1349:04
  18. "Black And Better Than Ever"

    In this midseason premiere, Nicole and Ri'chard recap their shenanigans from the 3 month break.

    S3 E1257:10
  19. "The Drugs Won"

    In the Mid-Season Finale, Christian from Harm Reduction Victoria joins the pod to discuss illicit substance use in Australia and the "War on Drugs".

    S3 E1155:51
  20. "Find Your Way Back"

    Nicole and Ri'chard play the second edition of their Diva Draft Pick, battling it out over Beyoncé's "The Gift", "Renaissance" and "Cowboy Carter".

    S3 E1001:07:56
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