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Occasionally Funny

A Comedy podcast

About the show

Occasionally Funny is a new podcast by Joshua Fox and reality TV groom Sam Stanton. This pod show aims to bring a smile to your face while covering everything from gay dating disasters and pop culture to our stressful searches to find new husbands. There will also be an occasional serious side while touching on topics like mental health, shame and acceptance through humour and honesty. Josh is as the author of best-selling gay book What You Into? and his time on The Kyle & Jackie O Show. Sam is best known for attempting to find love on reality television.

Newest episodes

Why Does Everyone Now Have ADHD?

Nov 10, 2026 35 min

If you'd rather watch this episode, we're now back on YouTube and posting full length clips! This week's episode is a little bit of a rollercoaster that starts with Sam talking about accidentally posting his penis on Instagram and leads into a very honest chat about adult ADHD and how Josh's late age diagnosis felt like a light bulb moment that explained so much... including his failed marriage. The ADHD chat was inspired by book Ride or Die Trying by Paul Drayton which Josh read recently. Also check out CLOUD podcast series by Life Uncut. Plus, a Tinder hook up and an answer to the world's most viral question this week: Would you rather go bald or have a small penis? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The World According to Hans (Sam Becomes A Showgirl)

Nov 4, 2026 35 min

If you'd rather watch this episode, we're now back on YouTube and posting full length clips! In this episode, international cabaret icon Hans joins Sam at home in Adelaide and transforms him into a showgirl. Although the audio will still make you giggle because of how hilarious Hans is, this episode is very visual to give it a watch on our YouTube. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam And His Boyfriend Have Some News... (Plus, Hilary Duff Drama)

Nov 3, 2026 33 min

If you'd rather watch this podcast, we're now back on YouTube and posting full length clips! A lot has happened in the last week for Sam and Josh... While Josh has reunited with another former lover, fallen ill and feared for his safety, Sam and boyfriend Ilia have reached a big new milestone and want to share the news. Plus, Sam also was lucky enough to attend a Hilary Duff Q&A event in Melbourne but sadly an incident on the plane there led to some drama surrounding the event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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All episodes

Why Does Everyone Now Have ADHD?

Nov 10, 2026 35 min

The World According to Hans (Sam Becomes A Showgirl)

Nov 4, 2026 35 min

Sam And His Boyfriend Have Some News... (Plus, Hilary Duff Drama)

Nov 3, 2026 33 min

The Moths Made Me Sleep With A Male Escort

Oct 27, 2026 32 min

As the invasion of Bogong moths continue to sweep Australia, Josh joins Sam at his home in Adelaide for this week’s episode and reveals the very random chain of extreme-OCD inspired events that occurred after a load of them made their way into his home… Which leads to this week’s big question: Why does it feel shameful to pay for sex? PS: Sorry the mics aren’t great at some parts this week, we were using the small clip ones as away from the studio in Sydney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam’s Heartbreak Tour (Adelaide pt.1)

Oct 20, 2026 40 min

After a decade in Australia, Josh finally visits Adelaide for the first time and Sam takes him on the most unconventional tour which documents the many heartbreaks of his life – and the battle he faced to accepting he was gay. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I Wasn’t Ready To Share This Until Now (Mental Health pt.2)

Oct 13, 2026 41 min

Trigger warning: this episode discusses depression, suicidal ideation and self-harm. If you’re struggling with any of these topics, please speak to someone, seek help or call LIFELINE 13 11 14 After a bit of Back News that involves gay ghost hunting and breakfast-based drama, Josh revisits their recent mental health episode and shares something from this time last year he hasn’t been ready to share with anybody. Sam becomes tearful as the pair discuss how dark things were. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Wholesome (And Horny) Bonus Episode

Oct 8, 2026 18 min

Josh has recently started reading the viral male-male romance book series, Stolen Moments, and couldn't wait to share a few extracts with Sam. The book series is packed full of emotion, romance and, um, questionable sex scenes... KFC, anyone? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Secret Gay Wedding... (Bali pt.2)

Oct 6, 2026 34 min

Sam and Josh are both now back from Bali and share what happened on the rest of their trips after they went their separate ways. Let’s just say one of their vacations took a pretty unexpected turn which ended up with a spontaneous gay wedding…. The boys then start to talk age gap romances and the dynamics and financial differences that come with them. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Reunites With His Ex-Husband Stefano Live (Bonus Ep)

Sep 30, 2026 38 min

After Josh mentioned to Sam in the last episode he recently reunited with his ex-husband Stefano on Kyle Sandilands Live – here’s their full reunion as they both share how they feel after 11 months apart. Warning this does get a little. horny at times. We all have a “What If?” person, and this is Josh’s. You can watch the Josh and Stefano series on Instagram here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Unhappy Ending (Bali Pt.1)

Sep 29, 2026 30 min

This week the boys are in Bali as they talk Josh’s recent break up, Sam’s (kinda) fight with boyfriend Ilya and rejecting where you come from. Plus, they welcome their first ever guest, Josh’s travel buddy and Sydney radio legend Intern Pete, who chats getting catfished on Grindr by a fake masseur in Kuta… See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We Can Be Serious, Sometimes (Mental Health Ep)

Sep 22, 2026 33 min

Trigger warning: This episode discusses depression, self-harm and suicide. Sam recently met up with Ged Kearney MP and other politicians from the Australian Federal Government to discuss raising greater awareness around mental health and how to help the younger generations. As Sam reflected on the meeting, him and Josh looked at their own mental health journeys and how they both very nearly became on of the sad statistics they’re talking about. If you’re struggling call 13 11 14, Lifeline Australia offers free, 24/7 crisis support and suicide prevention services to anyone in emotional distress or personal crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The rise of Grindr hate crimes in Australia (Bonus episode)

Sep 17, 2026 17 min

In this Bonus Episode, Sam Stanton and Joshua Fox are being Occasionally Serious as they discuss the ride of homophobic hate crimes in Australia and how most come from gay men being lured on apps such as Grindr. Plus, the pair then discuss the responsibility of queer media when reporting on attacks without feeding into false narratives and predatory men in general. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Never Say These Things To A Gay Person

Sep 15, 2026 36 min

After experiencing some accidental homophobia at the footy in Adelaide, this week Sam Stanton and Joshua Fox discuss all the funny and offensive things straight people should stop saying to gay people.. Plus, we discuss the dangerous new “straight acting brotherhood” of gay men who refuse to accept their sexuality and Sam explains how he recently saved a life… Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Glory Hole Epiphany (…We’re Back, With Back News)

Sep 8, 2026 58 min

Sam Stanton and Joshua Fox are back after a brief hiatus, and they have plenty of back news to catch up on. The pair both have some very gay relationship updates; Josh has a story about the ‘Bondi Bro Hole’ and Sam has met Australia’s most unconventional psychic. Plus, the pair reflect on the recent moments they’ve both realised they can’t do it all and there’s no shame in asking for help or getting vulnerable. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Dangerous Dilemma And Surprise Guest...

Aug 10, 2026 41 min

Dear listeners, Apologies for the lack of episode last week, all is explained in the first couple of minutes here. In this week's episode, Sam has some smelly back news, Josh talks fight or flight situations after once unexpectedly catching a pedophile and a Dear Diary rant leads to our first guest on the phone. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What Sam Learned From A Toxic Relationship (Part 2)

Jul 29, 2026 27 min

Part 2 of this week’s episodes on finding your worth is here early as Sam shares the story of the defining, two-year relationship he learned so much from. What Sam once thought was love he has since realised what something so different. Plus, Sam and his boyfriend Ilya have a big update…' Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Red Flag That Made Josh Dump Him (Part 1)

Jul 28, 2026 32 min

This week Josh and Sam both have some very different back news, the pair discuss Stella and Filip’s recent split and Josh shares a story of a secret relationship he had over Christmas – and how this romance taught him to realise his self-worth after one shocking comment. Part 2 will be out on Thursday as Sam shares his own light bulb moment from a former toxic relationship. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Driving Bans, Bottoming And Bad Advice

Jul 21, 2026 43 min

Sam asked you lovely listeners if you had any questions for him and Josh, and you did not let him down! In this week’s episode, the pair offer underqualified advice on everything from ending relationships to trying new positions in the bedroom. Plus, Sam throws a curve ball at the end by asking for advice on his own current drama… Listen to The disappearance of Katie Walker here. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh Has Started Dating Someone...

Jul 14, 2026 33 min

Josh shares the news he's been keeping from Sam for a few weeks now... and also asks his advice on navigating potential long distance relationships while not wanting someone to make choices for them. Plus, Sam has some "back news" he's dying to share and Josh has a new podcast. Listen to The disappearance of Katie Walker here. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Who Is Sam’s Secret Boyfriend?

Jul 7, 2026 27 min

Over the weekend, Sam officially hard launched his secret boyfriend on social media and today he tells Josh how they met, what he’s like and the sad story which led to him moving to Australia several years ago. Plus, Josh has a rant about influencers and Sam wants to introduce his “back news” to listeners… If you want to donate to Rainbow Road, click here. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My Secret Age Gap Relationship... (Part 2)

Jul 1, 2026 30 min

After Josh opened up about his previous age gap relationship in Part 1, he now tells Sam about how his partner's Islam faith divided them, the New Year's ultimatum and the Instagram message that changed everything. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why Am I Ashamed Of My Age? (Part 1)

Jun 30, 2026 31 min

Josh and Sam have their first "mass debate" this week over accepting our ages, comparing ourselves to others, feeling like failures and how gay men over a certain age often feel invisible. The chat takes an unexpected turn as Josh opens up about his own age gap relationship... Part 2 will be posted tomorrow. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An Accidental Leaked Video And Life Changing Night (Part 2)

Jun 23, 2026 30 min

Sammy starts this week’s ep where the last one ended: finally sharing the story of what he accidentally posted to TikTok and quickly had to delete. Josh then introduces new segment, The Wheel of Misfortune, and shares the story of the tabloid scandal that got his school teacher fired and then the night he saved a man’s life. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Josh And Sam's First Fight... Plus, All Gays Should Be Vers? (Part 1)

Jun 16, 2026 25 min

The honeymoon period of Josh and Sam's friendship is officially over as the first big issue to threaten the future of this podcast pops up during this week's episode. Plus, why all gay men should be 'vers' in the bedroom, what's pissing Sam off and introducing Dear Diary our new segment! Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Naked Dramas And Body Dysmorphia

Jun 9, 2026 19 min

A changing room dilemma that Josh faced divided him and Sam and led to a surprising discussion on body dysmorphia in the gay community, gym insecurities everybody faces and overcoming that first, scary hurdle to get into fitness. But… would you push the big red button? Check out Sam’s gym Studio 360 for information on classes: https://www.instagram.com/studio360sports/ Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. You can watch clips from the podcast on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A Public Apology (To The Wiggles)

Jun 6, 2026 19 min

Join Joshua Fox and Sam Stanton as they recap their wild night in Sydney (with audio and video evidence) searching for a new husband on Oxford Street before then, um, drunkenly chasing The Wiggles at the Australian Audio Awards and attempting to start a war. You can watch this bonus episode in full on the Occasionally Funny YouTube Channel as an on location special. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam's Confession To His Parents (Bonus Ep)

May 27, 2026 14 min

I set Sam a challenge for this week's bonus episode to phone his parents up and confess to lying to them for 21 years about ordering Brokeback Mountain on the family DVD account! However, the call quickly took an unexpected turn and became quite emotional... Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Moment We Knew We Were Gay (Coming Out Stories)

May 26, 2026 30 min

After officially announcing Sam Stanton as my co-host of the Occasionally Funny podcast last week, I thought for our first proper episode we'd take things all the way back to when we first figured out we were both gay, how we eventually came out and what lessons we've learned along the way. We hope anyone still struggling with their sexuality or parents unsure how to bring certain topics up with their kids will take something from this episode. Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

And the co-host winner is...

May 19, 2026 17 min

The search is finally over and in this episode I finally make my Occasionally Funny co-host choice and phone both Sam and my mum up to share the exciting news! Show us some love on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BONUS: The wait is (almost) over...

May 18, 2026 30 min

With Sam and my mum's co-host auditions complete, this weekend I decided to catch up with them both one last time to see if this helped me make my final decision. Plus, I dig out audio of the first time I ever cried on the internet, reminisce about a homeless man I befriended and tried to bring home as a teenager and welcome a wild card into the studio. Well, I wouldn't say welcome, more they arrived at my door for an unplanned audition. PS: If you enjoyed my friend Louisa's questionable jokes, find more on her Instagram here. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mum's co-host audition: Family secrets

May 13, 2026 30 min

It's time for my mum's audition to become the Occasionally Funny co-host and after starting off with some embarrassing stories about me, we discuss the "deprived" area I was raised and how family was at the forefront of so much drama. Let us know what you think of Sam's audition on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sam’s co-host audition: Dating disasters

May 12, 2026 31 min

Sam Stanton joins me today for his official co-host audition where he proved he isn’t such an innocent boy while diving into his pre-reality TV dating disasters. Throughout the chat, Sam shared stories he’s never dared tell anyone before, his face reached new shades of red and he turned the tables on me… Let us know what you think of Sam's audition on the @OccasionallyFunnyPod Instagram. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My very awkward debut stand-up comedy set

May 5, 2026 27 min

As Sam Stanton and my mum now work on their co-host audition episodes, this week I'm facing my fear of public speaking my performing by debut stand-up comedy set to a small group of people. And after writing a self-deprecating set about growing up as a millennial online that I thought my audience would relate to, the whole thing quickly fell apart. Please follow the new Instagram for @OccasionallyFunnyPod. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

My proposition to Sam

Apr 30, 2026 24 min

Welcome to the first episode of Occasionally Funny where I let you know what to expect from this new show, introduce the potential co-hosts I'm auditioning, proposition TV groom Sam Stanton and test some material from the stand-up comedy set I'm working on. Plus, my mum and... Sabrina Carpenter? Please follow the new Instagram for @OccasionallyFunnyPod. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Occasionally Funny

Apr 20, 2026 1 min

If you've listened to this episode you are officially a day-oner on the Occasionally Funny Podcast See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Created by: AIIMS Creator Hub
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 10, 2026
Episodes: 35
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 30 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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