{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/672c40071e4926b519a046eb/699a70f568ec8626d29c7789?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"SORRY NOT SORRY? Brook & Gia ‘Apologise’ for MAFS Dinner Party Bullying as Deflection, Damage Control & Drama Continue | Ep 650","thumbnail_width":200,"thumbnail_height":200,"thumbnail_url":"https://open-images.acast.com/shows/672c40071e4926b519a046eb/1771727726389-15440f77-0730-4b6e-abde-5faa91875303.jpeg?height=200","description":"<p>After one of the most disturbing dinner parties in Married at First Sight Australia's history, the fallout and crisis management is well and truly underway...</p><p><br></p><p>In this episode, Megan unpacks the apologies and public responses from Brook and Gia following widespread backlash over their bullying behaviour toward fellow brides Stella and Alissa.</p><p><br></p><p>From Instagram statements and radio interviews to private messages that Stella and Alissa say felt inauthentic, Megan breaks down what’s been said, what hasn’t, and whether these apologies represent genuine accountability — or just calculated damage control.</p><p><br></p><p>Plus, why MAFS aftershow host Brittany Hockley's critique of the 'mean girl' behaviour is rather hypocritical...</p><p><br></p><p>This episode is sponsored by <a href=\"https://au.palmers.com/?gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=22293483008&amp;gbraid=0AAAAACcalvGbSvN2wCC6K0NWnIJrPAfFr\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">Palmer's</a>. For softer, hydrated, glowing skin (and maybe a little help setting the mood), Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Moisturising Body Oil has got you covered.</p><p><br></p><p>Content warning: This episode discusses bullying, verbal abuse, and distressing behaviour. Listener discretion is advised</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>PS. 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