Full Show | Hand-Holding Taboos, Thornlie Royalty & Silent Road Trips

The Nathan, Nat & Shaun podcast delivers a vibrant mix of sports banter, personal anecdotes, and cultural commentary in this 48-minute episode. The hosts kick off with lighthearted banter about Sean’s shoulder surgery and the absurdity of heated throws as a birthday gift, setting a playful tone. The episode dives into the emotional highs and lows of West Coast Eagles’ 308-day win drought, with fans’ ecstatic reactions captured on tape. A major theme emerges around the economics of Easter road trips, as rising petrol prices—driven by global tensions—prompt listeners to reconsider travel plans, with one guest revealing she’s switched to an electric vehicle. The show also explores the taboo of hand-holding outside romantic relationships, featuring raw stories from a listener who was comforted by a stranger at a Billy Joel concert and another who awkwardly held hands with his boss in a dark escape room. The episode culminates in a fun word tennis game for Super Netball tickets, while also spotlighting the emotional toll of a missing netball kiosk that hasn’t served hot chips for two seasons. Amid the humor, there’s a quiet appreciation for small joys—like a warm meal or a shared moment of comfort—making the episode both entertaining and unexpectedly heartfelt.