Two Broke Chicks

Alex Hourigan and Sally McMullen

Journalists, twin flames and ‘Two Broke Chicks’ Sal and Al share their life lessons to help you feel rich in life. From landing a full-time gig, to getting dumped, to understanding your sexuality to how to get on top of your finances. The chicks and their guests will share gems of wisdom, confess their mistakes and pass on lessons learnt - all with a side dish of cheeky bants and inappropriate humour. So come hang!

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Wednesday · 25 min
September Favourites: Cheap Eats Hack, $6 Foundation & Spooky Season Books
It’s the end of the month…which means it’s time for the next edition of Monthly Favourites! We’ve got the best apps to upgrade your grocery list and music taste, plus a reliable foundation find on a budget. We’re also sharing our next witchy read, and the keys to happiness, backed by science. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Happiness Study – Subconscious Thinker Shop Maybelline Fit Me Dewy Smooth Foundation Too Good To Go App Shop The Witches Of Vardo Book Musicboard App Inventive Women: Some Clever Clogs Worth Celebrating – Frankie Magazine ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Monday · 29 min
The Intellectual Glow Up: How To Think Deeper
We're sharing our take on the Internet's obsession with cultivating an intellectual life. How to challenge yourself intellectually, embrace your curiosities and extend your attention span when it's getting shorter and shorter? These are the hacks to embrace your most thoughtful, deep-thinking self, because we’re all big brain girlies! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS 60 Songs That Explain The 90s Podcast Choosing An Intellectual Life – Substack Key Differences Between Intellect And Intelligence – Circle DNA Attention Spans Are Shrinking – Forbes Shrinking Attention Spans With Gloria Mark, PhD – Study The Real Reason Girls Aren’t Choosing To Study Maths – The Conversation The CEC Acronym – Instagram First Principles Thinking – FS Blog Niche Things To Research This Week - Taylor Castro On TikTok ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 16 · 33 min
Mermaids Are Real, Bird Spies & Pickle Propaganda ft. Lena Tuck
We're spilling the tea on conspiracy theories! We unpack accounts of mermaid sightings throughout history, the conspiracy theory that birds are government spies and Lena Tuck is with us to share her thoughts on Picklecore and if food trends are an industry plant. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Follow Lena Tuck on Instagram Listen To The Slop - Spotify Do Mermaids Exist? - Bristol Aquarium Top Mermaid Sightings In The Last Century - Folklore Thursday Birds Aren’t Real* Hub - John Hopkins University If It Flies, It Spies - Lyfer Why Some People Are Willing To Believe Conspiracy Theories - American Psychological Association ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 14 · 33 min
The Lucky Girl Habits That Actually Work
Turns out there is science behind lucky girl syndrome. We chat actionable tips to create your own luck and the power of optimism. Let's get lucky, chicks. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Australia’s Best Value Fruit & Veg For September – The Guardian Emfelhern Playlists - Spotify What Is Lucky Girl Syndrome? – Harper’s Bazaar TikTok’s Lucky Girl Syndrome – The Guardian Optimism and Its Impact on Mental and Physical Well-Being – Study Human Prospective Memory Increases With Age - Study The Dark Side Of Lucky Girl Syndrome – The Conversation Characteristics of Successful Women in Business Leadership – Study Hebbian Learning – Dr Longevity The Good Things Exercise – Study Love Kindness Meditation – Positive Psychology Become A Luck Engineer – Grow With Rosalie ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 9 · 30 min
"My Dad's Mistress Is My Age..." | DIABOLICAL DILEMMAS
A scandalous affair and family drama, questions about intimacy in the bedroom and what to do when you don't want to invite one of your friends to your wedding. We’re breaking down your most diabolical dilemmas and giving our raw reactions and two cents. Want your diabolical dilemma featured in the podcast? 💌 Fill out this form or send an email at hello@twobrokechicks.com.au All submissions are kept anonymous. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Tiered Inviting - PaperLust If you need support: Sexual Health Helpline Free online sex courses from sexologist Georgia Grace Lifeline – 13 11 14 Relationships Australia - 1300 364 277 Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 7 · 36 min
Things You’re Wasting Money On Without Realising
There’s a lot of information out there about how you should spend your money to look and feel your best. This is your guide on the scams we’re not buying into to save our time, energy and money. From upgrade syndrome and gear acquisition syndrome to seasonal colours and how often you really need to get a haircut, here's where we can get a little more savvy with our money. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Shop Hourglass Ambient Lighting Eyeshadow Palette Australians Spending Billions Of Dollars Annually On Impulse Purchases – 7 News Aussies’ Biggest Money Regrets – Finder Understanding Buyers Remorse And How To Break The Cycle – ABC News How Changing Your Hair Wash Routine Could Save You A Fortune – Broke Media How Often You Should Wash Your Hair, According To Experts – Vogue How Often You Should Cut Your Hair – Vogue How Much Australians Spend On Clothes Per Year In 2026 – Shopback History Of Nail Polish – UK Manicurist Seasonal Variations In Colour Preference – Cognitive Science Journal ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 3 · 13 min
The Rich In Life Formula To Simplify Your Wardrobe
Welcome to this special bonus episode, brought to you by eBay! We're chatting tips to give your pre-loved items a new life and hunt down second-hand treasures. Plus, we share hacks to simplify your wardrobe, the items laying around your house that could be hot ticket items on eBay and tips to make some extra cashola. Thanks to our sponsor eBay for making this episode of Two Broke Chicks possible! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Visit eBay eBay Drops Selling Fees ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan References: ¹ eBay data via YouGov, March 2026. ² eBay data via YouGov, March 2026. Calculated by multiplying average estimated value of $1,497.70 by an estimated 21,651,550 Australian adults aged 18+ = $32.427 billion. ³ eBay Listing Categories Data, 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025. ⁴ eBay Sold Data, 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025. ⁵ eBay Sold Data, January 2024 to December 2025 vs January 2025 to December 2025. Disclaimer: No transaction fees on sales below $25,000 annually. Free selling is not available to "Pro Sellers". AI listing tools may not be available for some categories including Parts & Accessories. See full terms on eBay.com.au. eBay is not affiliated with or endorsed by any of the brands shown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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September 2 · 44 min
How To Make Your Makeup Look Expensive (& Fun) On A Budget
We're joined by Summer Martin the makeup artist and content creator whose looks have inspired Zara Larsson and helped revive fun makeup again. We chat her tips on playing with colour that compliments your natural features, her hacks for a flawless finish and which products are (and aren't) worth the splurge. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Follow Summer Martin on Instagram Follow Summer Martin on TikTok Is Clean Girl Makeup Finally Over? - ELLE Why Messy Makeup Has Replaced The Clean Girl Aesthetic – W Magazine ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 31 · 39 min
Hot Chick Spring Checklist + Trends
Spring has well and truly sprung! Welcome to your go-to guide on thriving in the season of new beginnings. From dressing like your grandma to some of our go-to fragrances, new ways to spend your weekend and all the tips for your favourite sales events, we’ve got you covered. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Shop Dove Damage Therapy Intensive Repair Hair Mask Shop Lily Loves Horseshoe Leg Jeans Granny Style Is Taking Over – Glamour25 Going Bananas For Bandanas – The Guardian Dusty Pink Will Be Everywhere This Spring - Mamamia Wearable Maximalism – Cosmetics Business Best Backstage Moments at Spring-Summer 2026 – Harpers Bazaar The Case For Having A “French Sunday” – Vogue ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 26 · 33 min
August Favourites: Smart Makeup Splurges, Sterling Point & Bookish Side Quests
We’re back with another edition of Monthly Favourites! This time, we have the TV shows and documentaries we’re loving right now, plus some affordable makeup products for your next beauty haul, and the side quest all you bookworms will love. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Watch Sterling Point on Amazon Prime Video Shop Maybelline Lash Sensational Sky High Tubing Mascara Shop Rimmel Oh My Gloss! Slip Stick Shop Sukin Signature Awakening Face Gel How Long It Takes To Become Friends - Study Watch Travis Barker: Louder Than Fear ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 24 · 39 min
Is Chic Boring Now? What To Embrace Instead...
The term “chic” has been allllll over the Internet lately, especially with the rise of trends like, “it’s kinda chic to…” and “things I find incredibly chic”. It begs the question – is this term being overused, and what does it actually mean? In this episode, we discuss how this concept has evolved over time and ways you can be a little more chic in your own way. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Lessons On The Philosophy Of Fashion From Roland Barthes – AnOther Mag You Can’t Just Buy Your Way Into Being Chic – Vogue India “Chic” Is Objectively Losing Its Value – Data But Make It Fashion The Rise Of “Ugly” Luxury – Ashi Branding “Ugliness” As Defiance – Shit You Should Care About Chelsea Peretti – TikTok The 2/3 Rule - People 36 Things I Find Impossibly Chic – The Love List ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 19 · 38 min
Barbie 2 Crisis, Blue Dot Fever, & Adult Money
We’re breaking down all the deets for Barbie 2, and why we haven’t got a confirmed sequel yet. Plus, Zara Larsson’s transparency about her tour ticket pricing, why so many artists are cancelling their shows, and the things you should consider spending your adult money on. In this ep, we’re spilling the tea with Matt Hey, better known as Alright Hey – comedian, content creator and co-host of the High Scrollers podcast! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Tickets To Alright Hey’s Tour Follow Alright Hey On Instagram Listen To High Scrollers - Spotify Zara Larsson Says Bangkok Tickets Are “Very Expensive” – InMusicBlog Blue Dot Fever - Pedestrian Barbie 2 Sequel Could Be Shelved – Variety ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 17 · 39 min
Habits We Stole From Rich People
From the power of saying no, to proof of progress & living within your means. These are some of the habits, lifestyle hacks and mindset shifts we’ve picked up from some of the world's most successful people, to help you be rich in life. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Gender Differences In Accepting & Receiving Requests For Tasks With Low Promotability – Study How Australians Use Their Time – Australian Bureau Of Statistics The 3 Currencies Rule – Instagram The Mistake Journal Method – Studexia The Art And Science Of Compliments – Smiling Mind Five Life Lessons To Live By According To Victoria Beckham – Vogue The Status Signals Paradox – Study ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 12 · 26 min
Chicks Chat: Work Mistress, Frenemies & Christmas Proposals
Building your community after high school, a diabolically ill-timed marriage proposal, and the age-old dilemma of what to do when your colleague is “work hot”. We dive into some of your juicy dilemmas and give you our two cents, with some hopefully helpful advice! Want your diabolical dilemma featured in the podcast? 💌 Send us an email at hello@twobrokechicks.com.au All submissions are kept anonymous. ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 10 · 39 min
4 Ways To Become Unrecognisable By The End Of The Year
Building goals that are bigger than you, dumping the frenemy that secretly hates you and a hack to help prioritise where your energy should go to avoid burnout. This is your go-to guide on the habit swaps, lifestyle lessons & tips to glow up what really matters to become unrecognisable by the end of the year. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Kind People Are Perceived As More Physically Attractive – Study The Self-Absorption Paradox – Substack When Your Best Friend Secretly Hates You – Substack The August Theory – Vice The Four Burners Theory – Instagram ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 5 · 44 min
Affordable Brain Hacks To Be Happier, Smarter & Sharper ft. Alexis Fernandez
We're chatting brain drain, the neuroscience behind pulling yourself out of a sh*tty mood & the 5 habits of happy people. The Neuroscientist, author and DYFM podcast host Alexis Fernandez joins us to break down the behaviours you can adopt to feel your best, start your days right and connect with other people - all with the help of science. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Follow Alexis Fernandez on Instagram Follow Alexis Fernandez on TikTok Alexis Fernandez on Substack Do You F*cking Mind Podcast on Spotify Watch Vilayanur Ramachandran’s Ted Talk ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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August 3 · 36 min
Have We Optimised The Joy Out Of Our Lives?
Maxxing this, maxxing that. The latest version of this movement is “friction-maxxing”, where you intentionally do tasks in slightly more analogue ways to build up a tolerance for inconvenience in life. This is your guide on how to do your convenience detox and prevent over-optimising, so you can switch off the autopilot and take the wheel in your life! 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS In 2026, We Are Friction-Maxxing – The Cut Friction-Maxxing – The Guardian Curing Convenience Addiction – Substack The Downside Of Trying To Over-Optimise Your Life – Calm Collective Asia Friction-Maxxing At Home - MMDIY Can Friction-Maxxing Fix Your Focus? - BBC Focus Will Be The New Competitive Advantage – Alexis Fernandez in Forbes An Addiction To Convenience – Substack Boosting Brain Health Through Mental Stimulation – Comlink Australia AI Tools In Society – Study Minimalist Phone - App ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 30 · 19 min
Rich In Life Formula To Not Overpaying
We're chatting some of the things you may be forking out more money for than you need to..and the habit swaps, tips and hacks to save some cash. As always, a quick reminder that this isn’t financial advice and all tips are general! This information mentioned was correct at the time of recording the episode in June 2026. Thanks to our sponsor Finder for making today's episode of Two Broke Chicks possible. To compare your options & browse the latest Finder Rewards jump on https://www.finder.com.au/finder-rewards 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Finder Utilities Loyalty Tax Report Energy Loyalty: How much Aussies Are Overpaying What You Need To Know About Letting Your Money Idle In A Savings Account The Average Cost Of Groceries Per Month How Much Food Are We Actually Wasting? Monthly average cost of groceries per month @nutrititionfoodition on Instagram ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 29 · 26 min
July Favourites: Little Black Book, No More Maxxing & Elevated Dad Sneaker
We are so back with our July Favourites! We’re sharing our simple pleasures with you this month - sounds to help you relax, the minimalist anti-maxxing trend of “minusing”, and the ultimate elevated dad sneaker for both comfort and effortless style. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Some links may be affiliate Kindle Floor Stand - Amazon Kindle - Amazon No More Maxxing, Why I’m “Minusing” - Popsugar Binaural Beats - Spotify Odyssey Insulated Backpack - Ela And Earth Shop New Balance 204L Sneaker ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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July 27 · 27 min
Your Unofficial Guide To Enjoy Your Career
Do you live to work, or work to live? This is your unofficial guide to reclaim your life and enjoy your career, even when it feels like you’ve lost your spark with your 9-5. 🧾 LINKS & RECEIPTS Commodore Flip Phone Glebe Markets How We Spend Our Time At Work - Australian HR Institute State Of Workplace Happiness In Australia - Talked Hustle Culture - BBC The Rise Of Doom Jobbing - Fast Company Hannah Annie - Instagram Nobody Is Coming To Save Your Boring Career - Substack How To Decenter Work - CNBC The Career Ladder Is Dead, The Career Garden Is Here - Substack The 12 Points Of Pleasure - Diary Of A Brand Therapist ⚡CHUCK US A FOLLOW Follow Two Broke Chicks on Instagram Follow Two Broke Chicks on TikTok Join our Two Broke Chicks Facebook Group Watch Two Broke Chicks on YouTube 🎙️CREDITS Hosts: Sally McMullen & Alex Hourigan See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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