This week’s guest is perhaps the most perfectly fitted to a show about ‘eras’ ever. From the high-pressure stadium lights of the NRL to the rose ceremonies of The Bachelor, to Book-Toker, podcaster and most recently, a top-three finish in the jungle, Luke Bateman has lived many lives.

But beneath the "Alpha" athlete exterior, Luke was a boy who hid his love for fantasy novels in locker room toilets and a man who fought a debilitating, million-dollar gambling addiction. Luke shares how he overcame all of that and the path he’s now on.

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INSTAinstagram.com/lukebateman_/
TIKTOK tiktok.com/@lukesreads
PODCAST In The Good Books

My socials
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instagram.com/ellaerapodcast

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WEBSITE ellamayding.com.au

This week&rsquo;s guest is perhaps the most perfectly fitted to a show about &lsquo;eras&rsquo; ever. From the high-pressure stadium lights of the NRL to the rose ceremonies of The Bachelor, to Book-Toker, podcaster and most recently, a top-three finish in the jungle, Luke Bateman has lived many lives.
But beneath the "Alpha" athlete exterior, Luke was a boy who hid his love for fantasy novels in locker room toilets and a man who fought a debilitating, million-dollar gambling addiction. Luke shares how he overcame all of that and the path he&rsquo;s now on.
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His socials INSTA <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lukebateman_/">instagram.com/lukebateman_/</a> TIKTOK <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@lukesreads">tiktok.com/@lukesreads</a> PODCAST <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/in-the-good-books-with-luke-bateman/id1846478227">In The Good Books</a>
My socials INSTAGRAM&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellamayding">instagram.com/ellamayding</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellaerapodcast">instagram.com/ellaerapodcast</a>
TIKTOK&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@emayding?lang=en">tiktok.com/@emayding</a>
WEBSITE&nbsp;<a href="https://ellamayding.com.au/">ellamayding.com.au</a>

Welcome to The Ella Era. Your host, Ella Ding has been working on this era she's so excited to help you find YOUR era. 

She'll be bringing you raw, unfiltered conversations with incredible people that she's inspired by who have stories to tell.

She's always evolving, trying new trends, seeing what sticks … and you’re coming along for that ride too. Can’t wait to see you in your best era.

INSTAGRAM instagram.com/ellamayding

TIKTOK tiktok.com/@emayding

WEBSITE ellamayding.com.au

Welcome to The Ella Era. Your host, Ella Ding has been working on this era she's so excited to help you find YOUR era.&nbsp;
She'll be bringing you raw, unfiltered conversations with incredible people that she's inspired by who have stories to tell.
She's always evolving, trying new trends, seeing what sticks &hellip; and you&rsquo;re coming along for that ride too. Can&rsquo;t wait to see you in your best era.
INSTAGRAM&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellamayding">instagram.com/ellamayding</a>
TIKTOK&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@emayding?lang=en">tiktok.com/@emayding</a>
WEBSITE&nbsp;<a href="https://ellamayding.com.au/">ellamayding.com.au</a>

The Ella Era

“Manhood is Hard to Attain, Easy to Lose”: Luke Bateman on the $1M Rock Bottom and Finding His Way Out

You’ve seen her hilarious reenactments all over your FYP, and she’s bringing that energy to the mic. This week, I sat down with Katie Lamb, the voice of Triple M Perth and the genius behind those spot-on MAFS skits.

We dive deep into the "unhinged" behavior of the latest season, Katie explains why certain contestants make for the perfect comedy fodder and how she manages to find humor in even the most "vile" situations.

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INSTAinstagram.com/katielamb929/
TIKTOK tiktok.com/@katielamb929

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instagram.com/ellaerapodcast

TIKTOK tiktok.com/@emayding

WEBSITE ellamayding.com.au

You&rsquo;ve seen her hilarious reenactments all over your FYP, and she&rsquo;s bringing that energy to the mic. This week, I sat down with Katie Lamb, the voice of Triple M Perth and the genius behind those spot-on MAFS skits.
We dive deep into the "unhinged" behavior of the latest season, Katie explains why certain contestants make for the perfect comedy fodder and how she manages to find humor in even the most "vile" situations.
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Her socials
INSTA <a href="https://www.instagram.com/katielamb929/">instagram.com/katielamb929/</a> TIKTOK tiktok.com/@katielamb929
My socials INSTAGRAM&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellamayding">instagram.com/ellamayding</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellaerapodcast">instagram.com/ellaerapodcast</a>
TIKTOK&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@emayding?lang=en">tiktok.com/@emayding</a>
WEBSITE&nbsp;<a href="https://ellamayding.com.au/">ellamayding.com.au</a>

MAFS Skit Queen, Katie Lamb on who makes perfect comedy fodder and the cast mate she avoids

This week we’re hearing the other side of the story. After our explosive chat with Chris earlier this week, his other half, Sam Stanton, joins us to set the record straight.

Sam, the Adelaide gym owner, and one half of MAFS 2026’s first gay intruder couple. While their wedding looked like a fairytale, the honeymoon phase didn't last long. Today, Sam opens up about the "slow burn" that frustrated Chris, the red flags he saw on the very first morning, and why he felt he had to bring a journal to the dinner table. We also discuss his support of Bec throughout the season and now after.

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INSTA instagram.com/sammystants

 

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INSTAGRAM instagram.com/ellamayding
instagram.com/ellaerapodcast

TIKTOK tiktok.com/@emayding

WEBSITE ellamayding.com.au

This week we&rsquo;re hearing the other side of the story. After our explosive chat with Chris earlier this week, his other half, Sam Stanton, joins us to set the record straight.
Sam, the Adelaide gym owner, and one half of MAFS 2026&rsquo;s first gay intruder couple. While their wedding looked like a fairytale, the honeymoon phase didn't last long. Today, Sam opens up about the "slow burn" that frustrated Chris, the red flags he saw on the very first morning, and why he felt he had to bring a journal to the dinner table. We also discuss his support of Bec throughout the season and now after.
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His socials
INSTA&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/sammystants/?hl=en">instagram.com/sammystants</a>
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My socials INSTAGRAM&nbsp;<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellamayding">instagram.com/ellamayding</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ellaerapodcast">instagram.com/ellaerapodcast</a>
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WEBSITE&nbsp;<a href="https://ellamayding.com.au/">ellamayding.com.au</a>

"Chris Got a Good Edit": MAFS Sam discusses the red flags and supporting Bec

In this explosive episode, MAFS Chris joins me to peel back the curtain on what wasn't shown that went down between him and Sam. From the shock of being called to get married with only a four-day turnaround to the heartbreak of two failed surrogacy attempts, Chris leaves nothing off the table.

He reveals the crucial unseen footage that changed the context of his "defensive" behavior, the truth behind the bonfire breakup, and the regrets he carries regarding his friendship with the season's "arch-nemesis," Gia. This is the therapy session we both desperately needed.

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His socials

INSTA instagram.com/its.chris.robinson

BUSINESSES 
Wave & Willow
Body Skin Soul

My socials
INSTAGRAM instagram.com/ellamayding
instagram.com/ellaerapodcast

TIKTOK tiktok.com/@emayding

WEBSITE ellamayding.com.au

In this explosive episode, MAFS&nbsp;Chris joins me to peel back the curtain on what wasn't shown that went down between him and Sam. From the shock of being called to get married with only a four-day turnaround to the heartbreak of two failed surrogacy attempts, Chris leaves nothing off the table.
He reveals the crucial unseen footage that changed the context of his "defensive" behavior, the truth behind the bonfire breakup, and the regrets he carries regarding his friendship with the season's "arch-nemesis," Gia. This is the therapy session we both desperately needed.
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His socials
INSTA <a href="https://www.instagram.com/its.chris.robinson/?hl=en">instagram.com/its.chris.robinson</a>
BUSINESSES&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/waveandwillowretreats?igsh=MThhdDJvNzFjYWlicw%3D%3D&amp;utm_source=qr&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnjS39-cIIrO-tf2MXlYKKnAGDGs_EySYw0BXei5QVLXcvjqWRxuYLQaNvwxo_aem_a6tuOtLvwLWYN82J1N8LbQ">Wave &amp; Willow</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/bodyskinsoul?igsh=OGl5OXJrMzk0ZWs%3D&amp;utm_source=qr&amp;utm_medium=social&amp;utm_content=link_in_bio&amp;fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnVY00gouACmv3geu4peCbE1WTBouLUGqWoeYMgYCBBjHN6opIhUiOw4iGgY0_aem_KLryvC-SD8h1zJvewBr0ug">Body Skin Soul</a>
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TIKTOK&nbsp;<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@emayding?lang=en">tiktok.com/@emayding</a>
WEBSITE&nbsp;<a href="https://ellamayding.com.au/">ellamayding.com.au</a>

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