Melanated in Melbourne
An insightful look into the Australian Lifestyle from the lens of two Black American besties.
Melbourne is the frame. We are the picture.
Meeting in February 2021, Nicole and Ri'chard became fast friends. Attending multiple themed parties, festivals and even australian rap battles together. The two were nearly inseperable so, when Ri'chard had the idea of making a podcast, Nicole was the only choice as his cohost. The two have always desired to share their lived experiences in Australia with their friends and family back in the States but blogging was way too hard. Thus, "Melanated in Melbourne" was born.
A delightful mix of insight and humor, "Melanated in Melbourne" chronicles the lives of the cohosts and discusses topics ranging from working abroad, Australian lingo, culture shock and more. Nicole and Ri'chard hope that this podcast can be educate others on what it's like living down under and even encourage them to push past their comfort zones and try something similar.
Episodes
Jun 27, 2026
Jun 27, 2026
1hr 24 min
The midseason finale gets spiritual as THEE Chantal Bala joins Nicole and Ri'chard to talk SZA, personal boundaries and creativity.
Jun 13, 2026
Jun 13, 2026
44 min
This episode is a love letter to Black Women as Nicole and Ri'chard discuss Chloe X Halle, Self Care and Black Lady Lawyers on TV.
May 30, 2026
May 30, 2026
53 min
On this episode, Nicole and Ri'chard Discuss Daylesford, Dookie and Ariana Grande.
May 16, 2026
May 16, 2026
54 min
Ri'chard and Adam are joined by Jacob, travel enthusiast and professional hater, to chat about SZA, the growing pains of living abroad and Jerry the Monkey.
May 2, 2026
May 2, 2026
1hr 9 min
Nicole and Ri'chard are joined by Gabriyel Thomas, Musical Theatre Superstar and Spiritual Barbie, to discuss Victoria Monet, the Performing Arts and the power of manifestation.
Apr 18, 2026
Apr 18, 2026
52 min
Nicole and Ri'chard are joined by Artist and Muralist Tayla Broekman to discuss Street Art in Melbourne.
Apr 4, 2026
Apr 4, 2026
56 min
It's a double draft pick day! Nicole and Ri'chard do a "Diva Draft Pick" for Lemonade and also debate their favorite northside suburbs.
Mar 21, 2026
Mar 21, 2026
1hr 10 min
Ri'chard and Nicole are joined by actor Wonza Johnson and they discuss his first impressions of Australia, all things Musical Theater and maintaining that creative spark.
Mar 7, 2026
Mar 7, 2026
58 min
In the season 4 premiere, Nicole and Ri'chard are coming in hot with new games, new stories and the same old shenanigans.
Dec 27, 2025
Dec 27, 2025
40 min
It's the 50th episode (and season 3 finale) of Melanated in Melbourne so Nicole and Ri'chard dressed like senior citizens to chat with Chrissy aka Mothafunk to discuss the richness of Black American music culture, the unique experiences of Black Americans living in Australia and what lies ahead.