HR’s Worst Nightmare is the chaotic, unfiltered podcast hosted by Graeson & Verity. Celebrity interviews, internet drama, wild stories, hot takes, questionable decisions and absolutely zero HR approval.
Expect ridiculous stories, unhinged debates and conversations that probably should’ve stayed in the group chat.
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This week, Graeson and Verity are joined by special guest co-host Stephen Barry, and things get completely out of hand.
We’re turning up the heat with another round of Hot Take Hotline, where unpopular opinions are flying and absolutely nothing is off-limits. Then, Confession Booth delivers one of the wildest confessions we’ve had on the show yet. Trust us, you won’t see this one coming.
Three personalities, plenty of questionable opinions, and absolutely zero HR approval.
6 Oct 2026
Episode 16: The VMA’s flopped
Episode 16 is here and, as usual, HR would like a word.
Graeson kicks things off with the absolutely chaotic story of his little run-in with a guest at a hotel, because apparently checking in wasn’t the only thing happening that night. 👀
Then it’s time for Culture Catchup, where we break down all the drama, looks and moments from the VMAs and give our completely unsolicited (but obviously necessary) opinions.
Plus, the Secret Sound is back! Think you know what it is? Send us your guess and we might just read it out on the show.
29 Sept 2026
Episode 15: Transgender Buses
Episode 15 is here and, as usual, things get wildly off track. 💀
The Secret Sound is back with more guesses, Hot Take Hotline gets heated with some seriously controversial takes, and Verity gives us the full rundown on her ongoing beef with Service NSW, because apparently even government admin can become podcast content.
Throw in plenty of unsolicited opinions, questionable conversations and the usual Graeson & Verity shenanigans, and you’ve got another episode that would absolutely not survive HR approval.
22 Sept 2026
Episode 14: Under the twink and over the moon
This week, we’re unpacking the HYROX incident that had the internet absolutely spiralling… yes, that incident involving the lady who quite literally shit herself mid-race. Sometimes you win. Sometimes you lose. Sometimes you shit yourself at HYROX.
Then it’s time for a very packed Culture Catchup; Lady Gaga’s baby news, the controversial Sydney Sweeney ad that has everyone talking, plus everything else that’s been clogging up the group chat this week.
And… THE SECRET SOUND IS BACK. A brand-new sound means a brand-new chance to win, so get those guesses rolling in.
14 Sept 2026
Episode 13: Caroline Gaultier
This week, we’re joined by Real Housewives of Sydney’s Caroline Gaultier, and she’s not just dropping by for a chat, she’s co-hosting the entire episode.
We’re getting into everything from living overseas and coming home to Sydney, to the people, places and politics that make this city what it is. Caroline joins us for Hot Take Hotline, we swap stories, share some very questionable opinions, and naturally, there’s plenty of juicy gossip along the way.
Nothing is off limits when a Housewife joins HR’s Worst Nightmare. You’ve been warned. 💋
8 Sept 2026
Episode 12: You’re NOT a financial advisor
Apparently everyone with a laptop, a Canva subscription and three motivational quotes is now a business coach.
This week, Graeson and Verity take Hot Take Hotline to the next level as they unpack the wild world of online “coaches,” day traders and self-proclaimed financial gurus promising six figures, passive income and financial freedom… usually right before asking you to buy their course. Are they entrepreneurs, or has scamming simply had a rebrand? We have thoughts. Many of them.
Then it’s time for Culture Catchup, with Dolly Parton and Tim Burton on the agenda, plus everything else we’ve decided you urgently need to know this week.
AND… we’re finally teasing next week’s very special guest. 👀 A certain Housewife from The Real Housewives of Sydney is entering HR’s office, and trust us, you’re going to want to hear this one.
Bad takes. Big opinions. Zero HR approval.
1 Sept 2026
Episode 11: Tattooist to the Stars Lauren Winzer!
This week, we’re joined by tattooist to the stars Lauren Winzer, and absolutely nothing is off limits.
Lauren joins Graeson and Verity for a chaotic episode packed with stories, opinions and plenty of oversharing. We turn up the heat with another round of Hot Take Hotline, before flipping Confession Booth on ourselves and throwing our own dirty laundry on the table for a change.
Celebrity tattoos, questionable confessions and takes that probably should’ve stayed off-mic… welcome to Episode 11 of HR’s Worst Nightmare.
25 Aug 2026
Episode 10: Musical theatre people suck
Episode 10 is here, and we’re not holding back.
This week, Graeson & Verity dive into a jam-packed Culture Catch Up, covering everything hot, messy and making headlines. Then, things get seriously heated with a highly controversial Hot Take Hotline that might just divide the room.
Big opinions, questionable takes and absolutely zero HR approval.
New episodes every Tuesday.
18 Aug 2026
Episode 9: I got whacked off with lavender oil
Episode 9 is here and things are heating up! Graeson kicks things off with the completely cooked story of what happened to him while he was away on holidays, and somehow it only gets more unhinged from there.
Then it’s time for Culture Catch Up, covering everything hot, messy and making headlines in celebrity land, before Hot Take Hotline returns with one of our most controversial debates yet.
Holiday chaos, celebrity gossip and opinions that probably should’ve stayed off-mic. Just another week at HR’s Worst Nightmare.
11 Aug 2026
Episode 8: Slayyyter, Sandilands & a Secret Sound
This week on HR’s Worst Nightmare… the Secret Sound is finally revealed and someone walks away with a $500 gift card. About bloody time.
We’re back with Culture Catch Up, Verity gives us the full recap of the Slayyyter concert, and we’re so excited that Kyle Sandilands has lauched his new show.
Graeson also recaps his Bali trip, including all the chaos that came with it, and somehow there’s still plenty more to unpack.
Another big episode, another week of questionable opinions, oversharing and absolutely no HR approval.
3 Aug 2026
Episode 7: Graeson’s got the shits
This week on HR’s Worst Nightmare… things are heating up!
We dive into what’s been happening online, including the McSmart Meal TikTok saga going viral.
Hot Take Hotline is OPEN, and Graeson’s got the shits. The controversial takes come in hot, things get heated, and not everyone’s seeing eye to eye. 🔥
Plus, the $500 Secret Sound is still up for grabs, with another round of guesses as we get closer and closer to someone finally cracking it.
Culture, chaos, controversial opinions and $500 on the line; just another week at HR’s Worst Nightmare.
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27 Jul 2026
Episode 6: Cinema Crimes & One Angry Neighbour
This week on HR’s Worst Nightmare, Graeson finds himself in a heated confrontation with an angry resident in the apartment building (and yes, it got awkward). Verity brings another chaotic edition of Culture Catch-Up, where we unpack movie theatre horror stories that somehow keeps getting worse, before diving into our completely unnecessary sports update.
Plus, the Secret Sound competition is officially underway! The guesses are rolling in, the theories are getting more ridiculous by the day, and someone could be walking away with the prize if they crack it.
Bad takes. Big opinions. Zero HR approval.
20 Jul 2026
Episode 5: Explosive Diarrhoea, Guatemela & Other Headlines
Episode 5 is here, and HR definitely won’t be approving this one.
This week we’re launching our brand new Secret Sound competition, where one lucky listener will score a $500 gift card if they can guess what they’re hearing.
We dive into Ariana Grande’s new boyfriend, unpack the latest headlines in Culture Catch-Up, and get into the online drama after one of the stars of Heated Rivalry was caught yelling at paparazzi. That leads us into a bigger conversation about celebrity boundaries, with Chappell Roan’s own clashes with photographers sparking plenty of opinions.
Plus, we somehow end up discussing one of the most explosive Taco Bell diarrhoea stories you’ll ever hear, chat about the Menendez Brothers, celebrate the fact that HR’s Worst Nightmare is now being listened to all around the world—from Australia, New Zealand, the UK, the US, Germany, Finland and Guatemala—and, of course, tackle another round of Hot Take Hotline.
As always, it’s bad takes, big opinions, and absolutely zero HR approval.
🎧 New episodes every Tuesday.
Follow @hrsworstnightmare.pod and don’t forget to enter the Secret Sound for your chance to win the $500 gift card.
13 Jul 2026
Episode 4: State of Origin, State of Panic
This week we debut our brand-new opener which is quite possibly the most ridiculous thing we’ve ever put on the internet. Then it’s time for Culture Catch-Up where we’re talking all things MAFS, diving into Madonna’s new album, and sharing our completely unqualified opinions on both.
We also sit down with Emma Tomlinson, fresh from singing the Australian National Anthem at the State of Origin in Brisbane. Emma gives us the behind-the-scenes story of what really happened when her in-ear monitors stopped working during one of the biggest performances of her career.
Plus, Confession Booth is back with another round of anonymous confessions that should probably stay anonymous.
Bad takes. Big opinions. Zero HR approval.
6 Jul 2026
Episode 3: Rajit & the Lorikeet
This week on HR’s Worst Nightmare, Graeson shares two of his most chaotic travel stories yet… from a wild adventure in Korea to a flight from Rome nearly derailed by one very memorable child.
There’s also a nude beach encounter involving a man named Rajit and his pet lorikeet that somehow only gets stranger the longer it goes on.
Verity leads another Culture Catch-Up, reviewing Lizzo’s new album and unpacking the latest Taylor Swift wedding rumours, while the Confession Booth delivers another round of outrageous listener submissions.
Plus, in Hot Take Hotline, we debate whether it’s acceptable to sublet your apartment to fund a Euro summer, and whether your partner should actually be your best friend.
Questionable decisions, chaotic stories, hot takes and absolutely zero HR approval.
29 Jun 2026
Episode 2: I got reported by a robot
Episode two of hr’s worst nightmare is here, and somehow we’re already in legal-adjacent territory.
This week, graeson and verity dive into madonna becoming the face of a grindr campaign, graeson’s instagram being snatched by the ai moderator overlords, the fifa world cup, and why the internet is getting more unhinged by the minute.
During the culture catch up, a few listeners call through to say hello and join the conversation, while confession booth delivers anonymous stories that are chaotic, questionable, and probably should’ve stayed a secret.
Along the way, the conversation takes a detour into housemate horror stories, nightmare living situations, and the saga of graeson’s former housemate — because no episode of hr’s worst nightmare would be complete without a little chaos.
Bad takes. big opinions. zero hr approval.
New episodes every tuesday.
26 Jun 2026
Episode 1: Zero HR approval
Join Graeson and Verity as they launch the very first episode with outrageous stories, bold opinions and zero HR approval. From anonymous confessions in Confession Booth, to controversial debates in Hot Take Hotline, the latest pop culture headlines in The Culture Catch Up, and bizarre workplace stories in The HR Report, nothing is off limits.
Expect unfiltered conversations, questionable takes and plenty of laughs as we kick off the first episode of what promises to be Australia’s most chaotic new podcast.
New episodes every Tuesday.
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