Wanging On with Graham Norton and Maria McErlane
Platform Media
SummaryJoin Graham Norton and his longtime friend Maria McErlane as they open the mailbag to navigate the messy, hilarious, and often baffling complexities of modern life. Wanging On is your weekly sanctuary for candid conversation, where no dilemma is too strange or too sensitive to tackle. From navigating awkward workplace politics and family boundary disputes to dissecting the etiquette of digital dating and the realities of aging, Graham and Maria provide a unique mix of sharp-witted commentary, genuine empathy, and practical, if occasionally mischievous, guidance. The podcast thrives on the warm, effortless chemistry between the two hosts. Whether they are recounting their own mishaps—like underwhelming holidays or disastrous travel stories—or debating the cultural significance of Eurovision and the latest celebrity interviews, their rapport feels like an intimate chat over a cup of tea. Listeners, affectionately known as Wangers, play a central role, writing in with everything from peculiar relationship habits to neighborly grievances. In the signature Am I Weird segment, the duo turns their gaze toward the eccentricities we all harbor, proving that life is usually better when you don't take it too seriously. If you are looking for a show that balances grounded life advice with infectious laughter and a refusal to shy away from the absurdities of the everyday, you have found your new favorite listen. Tune in for the wisdom, stay for the friendship.
Updated Jul 6, 2026
Episodes
Why This Was Graham's Easiest Madonna Interview Yet...
Interviews with Madonna are finally easier because she is no longer performing for a live audience.
Can You 'Return' a Badly-Behaved Dog?
Struggling with a reactive puppy and hip dysplasia, a listener weighs the burden of training against returning it.
"Look Out Gabby Logan!" - Graham's Football 'Punditry' ⚽️
Graham critiques football commentary, shares amateur advice on ghostwriting rejection, and tackles financial guilt.
Photoshopping Gran's Funeral Pics to Make her "Bustier"
Graham and Maria discuss the moral boundaries of digital ghosting, grooming habits, and avoiding toxic family drama.
A Cliché With a Company Laptop
A manager crushing on a junior colleague gets a reality check, followed by advice for the home cook with seasoning.
Can You Flirt in LinkedIn DMs? 👀
Is sliding into a potential love interest's LinkedIn DMs a bold romantic move or just plain creepy?
A SCANDALOUS workplace affair... and mesh underwear
A spurned wife turns an office affair into public drama while a listener frets over his mesh underwear being ironed.
Yuk! A Coughy Kathy in the Office. Plus Graham's underwhelming holiday...
An office worker complains about a sickly colleague who refuses to cover her cough in a windowless room.
It's Eurovision Week!! Graham's thoughts on Vienna, Australia and his Favourite Eurovision Moments
Graham previews his trip to Eurovision in Vienna, reflects on his favorite moments, and answers listener dilemmas.
'Doggie Thursday' and Graham the Birthday Boy...!
Addressing listener dilemmas on career-ambitious violin practice and complex family health and mobility concerns.
Is This the Weirdest Family Habit We’ve Ever Heard?
A grandmother struggles to address her grandson's filthy, smell-filled living habits in their shared flat.
Can You Tell Someone Their Breath Stinks?
How do you tell a partner their breath stinks without ruining the relationship or hurting their feelings?
Swingers Parties and Orgasms at the Dentist
Advice is offered on a swingers party dilemma and a dentist struggling with a patient making orgasmic noises.
My Bridesmaid is Too Pretty! Plus: A Dog with a Foot Fetish
A bride debates banishing a gorgeous cousin from her wedding party while a listener deals with an invasive colleague.
AI Is Writing Birthday Cards Now. We’re Done.
One in five people now rely on artificial intelligence to write birthday cards, and it is honestly tragic and sad.
You Want to Watch Ugly People Cop Off?!
Navigating teenage accidental encounters and the exhausting cycle of young adulthood as a mature twenty-something.
Graham reveals all about Taylor Swift's Opalite Music Video!!!
Graham spills the secrets behind his surprise cameo in Taylor Swift's star-studded new music video.
Neglected Dogs and Unloved Ducks: Graham and Maria Advise
Graham and Maria tackle dilemmas about a controversial porcelain mallard and a risky dog-sitting arrangement.
How Long Will Graham Continue with his TV Show?
Graham discusses his long-term chat show plans, handling boring guests, and his experience with viral star culture.
DON'T Reveal the Affair!!
Keep long-held rumors about a partner's family past to yourself to protect their happiness and your own peace of mind.
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