A Little Bit Extra is a twice-weekly pop culture commentary podcast hosted by one of New Zealand’s most trusted and entertaining voices, Sharyn Casey.

It’s the show for people who want to keep up with celebrity chaos, viral moments, and headline drama without doom scrolling or deep-diving through 15 TikTok threads.

With her signature wit, nostalgic charm, and a perfectly measured dose of chaos, Sharyn unpacks the stories everyone’s whispering about, adding just the right mix of commentary, throwbacks, and personality.

Sharyn Casey is a broadcasting legend, making her name on The Edge for almost 20 years. With a passion for pop culture and music, she loves to keep you in the know.

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I'm officially putting on the tin foil hat today!

Is The Secret Mormon Wives Drama All A Setup?

I interviewed Phil Rosenthal on an elliptical, asked a very awkward question about his late parents, and somehow walked away with a job offer.

Phil Rosenthal Just Offered Me a Job

Sharyn gets an exclusive update on Britney Spears from those who know her best. Jason Alexander and Sean Phillips break down the arrest, the management drama, and her path to freedom.

Is Britney Spears Actually Okay? Her Friends Speak Out

We are going behind the scenes of the world's biggest reality shows with former producer Liv. Sharyn chats with Liv about her time working on massive franchises like American Idol, Dancing with the Stars, and Married at First Sight to find out what actually happens when the cameras aren't rolling. 

 Ex-Reality TV Producer Exposes How Shows Like MAFS Really Work

We break down a wild weekend of pop culture, from Jacob Elordi’s airport charm to the staged drama and shocking allegations rocking the MAFS Australia cast. Plus, the latest on Britney Spears.

MAFS bride admits FAKE marriage, Britney’s arrest, and Jacob Elordi

Alissa from MAFS Australia joins Sharyn to expose the "vicious" dinner party drama that never made it to air. We talk "master manipulators," fake apologies, and the truth about those "disgusting" comments.

Alissa Reveals the Disgusting Comments Edited Out of MAFS

Sharyn unpacks Harry Styles’ big return, the "staged" Brit Awards stage invasion, and why new MAFS groom Tyson is about to make everyone very angry. Plus, the Call Her Daddy feud reignites.

MAFS Drama: The Warning You Need About New Groom

Sharyn chats with Joshua Fox about the secret Bondi night out that sparked the most toxic MAFS dinner party ever. We expose the threats, the edits, and the behind-the-scenes chaos.

Joshua Fox Exposes MAFS Australia Behind The Scenes

Sharyn breaks down the most toxic MAFS dinner party ever and the truth behind Brook’s villain era. Plus, Auckland Pride icon Hugo Girl joins us to talk visibility and joy.

MAFS Australia: The Truth About Brook’s Toxic Dinner Party

Maren Morris joins Sharyn to talk ice storms, touring as a mum, and her "fire" NZ setlist. She loves Aotearoa so much she’s considering becoming a permanent resident.

Maren Morris on Motherhood, fame, NZ & my fangirl chaos 

We are spiralling this week because Barack Obama basically just confirmed aliens are a thing. We’re also breaking down the Olympic-level awkwardness of Kendall Jenner sitting amongst all her exes at the Super Bowl and asking: are the Backstreet Boys actually going to save the 2027 Halftime Show? Plus, Chris from the new Vanderpump Rules cast joins us to spill on OnlyFans and those OG feuds.

Obama’s Alien Bombshell & Kendall’s Ex-Roster

John Aiken joins Sharyn to break down the new season of MAFS Australia. We talk TikTok dating trends, the danger of non-negotiables, and what really happens during those eight hour ceremonies.

MAFS Australia Expert John Aiken: TikTok Is Ruining Dating

We wrap the biggest stories in pop culture, from Snoop Dogg forgetting his lyrics to Bad Bunny’s terrifying Grammy security. Plus, Nelson Peltz speaks on the Beckham feud and Kelsea Ballerini goes messy.

Bad Bunny’s Terrifying Grammy Security Setup

Diving into Glassons’ newest EDT range with CEO April Ward. 

Glassons NZ CEO Reveals What a Fashion Buyer Does and How They Predict Trends

Tom gives us the lowdown on playing a podcaster trying to solve his uncle's mysterious (and slightly ridiculous) death by lawnmower.

Tom Sainsbury On Small Town Scandal & Stalking Celebs

We look at why fans are unfollowing Jay-Z and Beyonce, the strict privacy rules for Taylor Swift’s wedding, and the return of the original RHONY queens.

Beyonce & Jay Z Cancelled?! RIP Catherine O’Hara and MORE

Brice Sander joins us to unpack Housewives drama, Bravo scandals, and why messy reality TV still works so well.

Inside The Bravo Verse With Brice Sander

This week’s Pop Culture Wrap breaks down the Beckham family drama, Taylor Swift loyalty, reality TV chaos, and why pop culture feels louder than ever.

Why The Beckhams Are Winning This PR War

We're diving into a serious conversation today about the "skinny is back" era and the rise of weight loss drugs like Ozempic.

SkinnyTok to Ozempic: Why Diet Culture Is More F’d Than Ever

Brooklyn Beckham family drama leads this week’s Pop Culture Wrap as Brooklyn releases a six-page Instagram statement explaining his estrangement from David and Victoria Beckham. We break down what he said, why it’s so confronting, and why public family fallouts always hit harder.

Inside the Beckham Family Fallout: Brooklyn Breaks Silence

We’re breaking down the biggest pop culture moments of the year with comedian Chris Parker.

2025 Pop Culture Breakdown With Chris Parker

Kaylee Bell joins us to talk motherhood, touring, Jelly Roll, new music, and the community that’s grown around her shows in what’s been her biggest year yet.

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Kaylee Bell Opens Up About Motherhood, Touring, And Jelly Roll

Dita Von Teese joins us to talk Nocturnelle, magic, confidence and the art of burlesque ahead of her 2026 New Zealand tour.

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Dita Von Teese Exposes the Truth on Working With Taylor Swift

We catch up with Quicksilver author Callie Hart to talk Brimstone, the deliciously tense world of the Fae, and how she writes the kind of slow burn that ruins our weekend plans. Callie shares the pressure of creating a sequel fans are desperate for, gives us a tease about Karen and Kingfisher, and drops the huge news that Quicksilver is becoming a Netflix movie. If you love romantasy, spice and great storytelling, this one is a treat.

MAFS Australia Scott Interview: "I'll Never Speak To Her Again"

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