If you haven’t watched this doc yet – be warned. Spoilers are very much throughout this ep!

After watching myself, I couldn’t help but jump on the mic for a deep dive into the psychology behind Netflix’s Unknown Number: The High School Catfish - exploring the devastating impact of deception, manipulation and betrayal, and what happens when trust is broken in the most unimaginable way.

And right up front - a big announcement: BravoCon is coming, and with it, more Bravo content than ever before. From panels to Bravolebs, this marks an exciting new chapter for the show – and I’m taking you along for the ride!

To join in the fun, find me at @jana.firestone on Instagram and share your thoughts, questions and Bravo big fish you'd like me to hook, direct to my DM’s.

Don't forget you can watch full interview eps on YouTube at The Curious Life Podcast too!

Please leave a rating and review on iTunes and Spotify to keep this show moving.

A big thank you to our editor Sam Talbot – if you would like your own project to sound this good, head to www.samtalbot.com.au to get in touch today!

Actor, writer and creator Clayton Farris joins me for a conversation that’s equal parts hilarious, inspiring, and full of heart. You know him from his wildly popular sketches like That One Rich Couple - and in this episode, he drops a huge scoop about what’s next for the series that fans can’t get enough of.

We also veer into an impromptu improv session that had us both in stitches (couldn't help myself), while diving into the real stuff: Clayton’s later arrival in Hollywood, how he uses optimism and journaling to stay in the creative flow, and the ways he’s learned to push past self-doubt and imposter syndrome to step fully into his talents - and the number one movie worldwide!

This one is deep and insightful, with takeaways that we can all apply in our own lives - whether you’re chasing Hollywood dreams or just trying to write your next chapter.

Follow Clayton and inhale all his content immediately at:

Instagram: @claytonfarris

TikTok: @claytonfarris4ever

Follow the show on Insta at @jana.firestone or WATCH IN FULL! On YouTube at: The Curious Life Podcast

Thank you to our wonderful and talented audio engineer/producer Sam Talbot. Brilliant as always!

Rewind Episode: When Grief Gets Loud with Sal and Im from Good Mourning.

Today we’re rewinding to one of the most downloaded episodes of The Days That Follow - and for good reason. I was joined by Sal and Im, the brilliant duo behind the Good Mourning podcast, for a refreshingly honest and unexpectedly funny chat about grief, growth, and the mess in between.

Sal and Im both lost their mums suddenly and just months apart. In the thick of heartbreak, they turned to each other - and what followed was not only deep friendship, but a podcast that has created a global community of grievers who are tired of whispering about loss.

In this episode, we unpack what grief actually looks like behind the filters and platitude. The awkward moments, the gallows humour, and the WTFs no one prepares you for. How Good Mourning was born from pain, connection and a need to be real and the ways grief reshaped their identity, purpose and friendships. This one is all about the power of talking about loss openly - even when it's uncomfortable.

This episode is for anyone who’s ever felt broken by loss,or just a little lost in the after. Sal and Im bring the warmth, wisdom and wit you didn’t know you needed, and they prove that even in the hardest moments, connection can be life-changing.

Follow Sal and Im at @goodmourningpodcastand tune into their pod wherever you get your podcasts.

Follow the show at @jana.firestone and watch episodes in full - even this flashback ep on YouTube at The Curious Life Podcast.

Thank you as always to the wonderful Sam Talbot from team TCL, for the production and audio engineering.

Renowned psychic medium Jonathan Mark returns to the podcast for an extraordinary conversation. Jonathan has helped to solve countless crimes and missing persons cases, working with the FBI and law enforcement across the US. In this episode, he tunes into a case that has haunted so many of us here in Australia, for decades.

In this episode, we revisit the infamous unsolved murder of Karmein Chan, the 13-year-old Melbourne schoolgirl abducted from her home in 1991 and explore the chilling connection to the predator known as Mr Cruel. Active through the late 1980's and early 1990's, Mr Cruel was responsible for a series of terrifying home invasions, child abductions, and assaults that left Australia on edge and sparked one of the country’s largest criminal investigations.

Karmein’s case remains one of Australia’s most haunting cold cases, and for me, it’s a story that has lingered since childhood. With Jonathan’s remarkable intuitive abilities, we explore possible new insights into a mystery that has baffled police and the public for more than 30 years.

If you’re interested in true crime in Australia, cold cases, or the enduring mystery of Mr Cruel, this is a must-listen episode.

Watch this episode in full on YouTube at @thecuriouslifepodcast

For more of Jonathan's incredible work, catch him on socials below:

Instagram: @jonathanmarkmedium

TikTok: @jonathanmarkmedium

Listen to his podcast: Connect with Jonathan Mark

Follow the show on Instagram at @jana.firestone

Thank you to our brilliant Sam Talbot, for production and audio engineering.

This week I’m joined by none other than the iconic Below Deck Mediterranean star, Hannah Ferrier, for a conversation that’s as bold as she is. We’re diving deep into her reality TV journey, from the high-pressure world of yachting to becoming a household name on Bravo.

But this isn’t just another Below Deck recap - Hannah’s pulling back the curtain on the struggles we didn’t see on camera, including the truth about the anxiety and panic attacks she battled while filming, and the real reasons behind them. How she and Captain Sandy have repaired their relationship after her shocking firing from the show, and as a Bravo fan herself, Hannah unpacks her thoughts on The Valley, the Real Housewives of Orange County and Miami, Tamra Judge, Ramona Singer and so much more.

This one’s packed with behind-the-scenes stories and personal insights you won’t hear anywhere else. Tune in for a conversation that’s real, raw, and unfiltered! You don’t want to miss it!

Connect with Hannah online at @hannahferrier234.

Follow the show at @jana.firestone on Insta and watch episodes in full on YouTube @thecuriouslifepodcast.

Thanks as always to the wonderful Sam Talbot our producer/engineer, for the audio wizardry!

This episode came together faster than you can say “divine timing.” After hearing Jonathan Mark on Connect with Jonathan Mark alongside friend of the show, Kate Casey, exploring the haunting unsolved cases of Jodi Huisentruit and Amy Bradley, I reached out - and within hours, we were recording.

Jonathan is no ordinary medium. He doesn’t just connect with the other side - he uses his gift to help solve real-life crimes. He’s worked with law enforcement and families of the missing, offering insight, connection, and sometimes, the kind of closure that’s eluded them for years. From thedisappearance of Gabby Petito to the Long Island Serial Killer investigation, Jonathan has contributed to some of the biggest true crime cases of the last decade - often juggling hundreds of cases at once.

Jonathan shared the emotional and physical toll of this work, the responsibility he carries, and how he manages being flooded with energy and messages. We explored what it’s like to live with this gift, and the very human drive behind why he continues to do it.

We also took a deep dive into the chilling disappearance of Amy Bradley, who vanished from a cruise ship in 1998. It’s a case that has had so many of us gripped, especially following the success of Netflix doc Amy Bradley Is Missing. Jonathan shared his insights into what might have happened to her, and you’ll be hanging on every word.

Watch the full interview on YouTube at The Curious Life Podcast, and follow the show on Instagram at @jana.firestone.

Follow Jonathan on Instagram at @jonathanmarkmedium and listen to his podcast Connect with Jonathan Mark for more of his powerful work.

If this episode moved you, intrigued you, or kept you up Googling long into the night, please leave a rating and review on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. It really helps more people find these conversations.

Thank you as always, to our brilliant producer/sound engineer Sam Talbot.

POP THERAPY: The Bravo Investigator is back on the case!

This week, we have returning guest and fan favourite Dana Regan, the brilliant mind behind The Bravo Investigator. Together, we dive deep into the glittering mess that is The Real Housewives of Orange County — and no stone is left unturned.

We dive headfirst into Tamra’s grip on the group, the hypocrisy that fuels the drama, and why the cast can’t seem to hold anyone to the same standard.

From the crocodile tears and blinding double standards running rampant through the cast, we dissect the drama with sharp insight and a touch of snark. We also unpack the return of Gretchen Rossi, why it’s stirring up old feelings, and revisit some iconic OC lore that only the real ones will remember.

We also touch on The Valley, casting shakeups and shakedowns across the network.

If you're into Bravo with a side of receipts and a sprinkle of outrage, this one’s for you.

Follow Dana on socials at The Bravo Investigator and listen to her podcast The Bravo Investigator here!

Follow the show at @jana.firestone and watch this episode and more in full on YouTube on The Curious Life Podcast channel.

Thank you as always, to the wonderful Sam Talbot for all our audio engineering magic!

When Grief Meets Glamour: The Daughters of Jayne Mansfield and Natalie Wood with Kate Casey

This week, I’m joined once again by the incomparable Kate Casey — a true force in the podcasting world and the brilliant mind behind Reality Life with Kate Casey. Kate has an uncanny ability to spot the heart of a story before the rest of us even know what we’re looking for, and today’s conversation is no exception.

We’re diving deep into two standout HBO Max documentaries: My Mom, Jayne, which explores the life and legacy of Jayne Mansfield through the eyes of her daughter, Mariska Hargitay, and Natalie Wood: What Remains Behind, a moving portrait of Natalie Wood created by her daughter, Natasha Gregson Wagner.

These films aren’t just about fame, tragedy or the glittering veneer of old Hollywood. They’re about the private pain behind the public image — and what it means to grow up grieving a mother the world thought it knew. We talk about identity, loss, and the long shadow cast by unanswered questions and complicated legacies.

This is a layered, emotionally rich episode about grief, fame, motherhood and memory — the kind of conversation that stays with you.

Follow Kate on socials at @katecaseyca

Get her What To Watch Guide here: www.katecasey.substack.com

Follow the show at @jana.firestone and leave us a rating and review on iTunes and Spotify.

Watch this episode and others in full, on YouTube at The Curious Life Podcast.

Thank you as always to our production /audio engineer wiz, Sam Talbot - best in the biz!