In this re-released episode, Gabrielle speaks with The Vixen — star of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 10 — about the emotional impact of reality TV and what it means to take back control of your narrative. One of our most powerful episodes to date, and a key inspiration for Gabrielle's play, The Edit, now in previews at Belvoir St Theatre in Sydney..

Originally aired in 2020, this episode features Love on the Spectrum creator Cian O’Clery and breakout star Chloe. Gabrielle revisits this heartfelt conversation about creating a safe and authentic space in reality TV, the joy of connection, and what goes on behind the scenes of one of the most thoughtful reality series ever made.

In this episode, Gabrielle speaks with Australian Idol Season One finalist Cosima De Vito, whose powerful voice made her a fan favourite — until vocal nodules forced her heartbreaking withdrawal from the Top 3. Cosima opens up about life after the show, rebuilding her voice, and finding her own path as an independent artist.

Tony Walker has lived one of the most extraordinary documentary lives in history — appearing every seven years in Michael Apted’s groundbreaking 7Up series since he was a 7-year-old boy. In this episode, Gabrielle sits down with Tony to reflect on the legacy of the series and what it means to grow up on screen.

Recorded four years ago and finally seeing the light of day — Gabrielle sits down with Australian Survivor: Champions vs Contenders power duo Janine Allis and Pia Miranda. Back then, the experience was still raw. Now, Janine has just made it to the Final Three on Survivor: Australia vs The World, making this the perfect time to revisit this never-before-heard conversation.

We’re back! After nearly four years away, Back From Reality returns with a new season. In this special intro episode, Gabrielle Scawthorn explains why the podcast went on hiatus, what brought it back, and how it connects to her upcoming new play The Edit, premiering at Belvoir St Theatre in Sydney, Australia this October.

The tables are turned in this special season one finale as guest host Matthew Backer interviews Back From Reality's very own Gabrielle Scawthorn about her experience on Channel V's Fresh Meat! WARNING: This episode contains references to eating disorders and self harm which may be triggering for some people. Listener discretion is advised. This podcast was made with the support of the Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grants.

Liz Jelléy was a contestant on the 2020 season of Farmer Wants A Wife. Liz got in touch with Gab after listening to her interview with reality TV psychologist Mark Mathieson. Liz was under Mark's care during her time on Farmer Wants A Wife and felt that some of what was said in that interview was misrepresentative of her experience on the show. We invited Liz on to share her perspective. This podcast was made with the support of the Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grants.

Gab chats with Teddy Briggs! Teddy was a contestant on season one of Love Island Australia, entering on day 21 before being dumped from the villa on day 36. In this interview Teddy opens up about his hard partying life post Love Island, and his journey to finding some balance in his life again after the show. This is also our final episode for 2021, while we take a few weeks off over Christmas. Gab will be back with the last few episodes of season one in the new year. This podcast was made with the support of the Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grants.

Gabrielle chats with MasterChef Australia contestant, Reece Hignell. Reece first appeared in season 10 of MasterChef Australia in 2018 finishing in sixth place. Earlier this year, he returned to the MasterChef kitchen, during the height of the COVID-19 lockdown, eventually placing fifth in the all-star season of the toughest cooking show in the country. This podcast was made with the support of the Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grants.