WestEnd Girlz

This week on West End Girlz, Charlie takes us into the blood-soaked, technicolour world of Dario Argento, the Italian horror maestro whose striking visuals, unsettling suspense and wonderfully twisted imagination helped shape the genre we know today. But beyond the blood, screams and questionable decisions, she asks the big question: why on earth do we love being scared? Meanwhile, Josh investigat...

What do bananas, political coups and the potential collapse of the fruit aisle have in common? Absolutely nothing you would expect. This week, Josh peels back the history of one of the world’s most popular fruits, from its journey around the globe to the banana industry’s role in overthrowing governments. But beneath that cheerful yellow skin lies a much darker story of corporate greed, human mist...

Are we all connected to someone we’re destined to meet, or is Charlie just being hopelessly romantic again? This week, she takes us to Japan to explore the beautiful legend of the red thread of fate, or Unmei no Akai Ito, the invisible red thread that connects people who are destined to find each other. Is there really such a thing as a soulmate? Is love written in the stars? And is romance actual...

What makes someone a true Londoner? Is it knowing which Tube carriage to avoid, complaining about the weather, or simply being loud, colourful and completely impossible to get rid of? Introducing the ring-necked parakeet, Josh’s topic for this week. He explores where they came from, how they ended up taking over the capital, and why these bright green invaders might actually be exactly what a very...

How do you tell someone you never want to see them again? You could explain yourself, have an awkward conversation, or you could simply disappear off the face of the earth. This week, Charlie takes us to one of the most isolated places on the planet: North Sentinel Island, home to a tribe who have chosen to remain completely disconnected from the outside world. No phones, no social media, no unwan...

Why spend thousands travelling abroad when you could spend four days in the rain, covered in mud and surrounded by hundreds of thousands of people? This week, Josh explores the great British staycation, from where the idea came from and why we all fell out of love with holidays at home, to why sometimes the best getaway is right on our doorstep. Meanwhile, Charlie takes us to the greatest festival...

Where better to find yourself than several metres underwater, surrounded by fish and questioning every life decision that brought you there? After her recent trip to Greece, Charlie dives into the strange and wonderful world beneath the surface, why snorkelling can make you see the world differently, and why we really should be treating the sea with a little more respect. Meanwhile, Josh has decid...

What do prostitutes, royalty, queers and period cramps have in common? They’ve all left their mark on the West End. This week, Josh takes us on a journey through the ever-changing streets of London’s West End, from its beginnings as a playground for nobility, through its rather less respectable years, to the place where young people go to party, experiment and figure themselves out. Meanwhile, Cha...

What do lions, gorillas, deer and humans have in common? Apparently, none of them have quite figured out who they’re supposed to be sleeping with. This week, Josh dives into the strange world of animal mating strategies, from males collecting multiple females to females having multiple partners of their own, and asks why promiscuity has evolved in the first place. Meanwhile, Charlie has found the...

Thinking about where to live next? Do you fancy a night out in East London, a flat in South London, a family home in North London, or retiring somewhere fancy in the West? Josh has decided that London has a natural progression to life, and he’s here to explain exactly where you should be living at every stage of it. Meanwhile, Charlie is taking us all the way to Puglia, where a house isn’t just a...

Can a few giant rectangles of colour change the way you see the world? Charlie certainly thinks so. This week, she explains why standing in front of a Mark Rothko painting is so much more than just looking at a canvas, and why his work has left such a lasting impression on her. Meanwhile, Josh argues that the local supermarket might be just as important a part of your life. It’s where you know the...

Nothing says summer quite like standing in the smoke around a barbecue, pretending you know when the burgers are done. This week, Josh fires up one of Britain’s greatest traditions, exploring where barbecues came from, how they’re done around the world, and why the British version is obviously the best… even if it does involve burning someone’s sausage. Meanwhile, Charlie takes us on an epic journ...

Some marks stay on your school report forever, others stay on your skin. This week, Charlie dives into the history of tattoos, why humans have been marking themselves for centuries, and attempts to convince Josh that everyone looks better with a bit of ink. Meanwhile, Josh takes Charlie back to school, explaining the wonderfully confusing UK education system, from nursery all the way to university...

Some people can't wait to spend an evening alone. Charlie is not one of those people. This week, she opens up about learning to enjoy her own company, while Josh attempts to teach her what being alone actually means (hint: talking to someone on the phone doesn’t count). Speaking of terrifying experiences, Josh also shares his very strong opinions on London Underground etiquette. From blocking...

Why are pigeons the most hated birds in Britain when they're just trying their best? Josh is on a mission to convince Charlie (and the rest of the world) that pigeons deserve far more love than they get. Meanwhile, Charlie dives into how humans are also deserving of love by looking at our attachment styles and asks whether being a little dependent on your partner is actually healthier than pre...

Is missing out really worth discussing in therapy, or should you just stay home and enjoy the silence? This week, Charlie and Josh dive into the battle between FOMO and JOMO, while celebrating Josh surviving 18 whole years on this planet. Whether you're the first one on the dancefloor or happily watching Netflix in your pyjamas, one thing's for certain: every 18th birthday ends with questi...

Can you really have a drinking problem if it's only one type of drink? Well if you've met Charlie, margaritas are less of a cocktail and more of a personality trait. This week, Josh and Charlie tackle one of life's biggest questions: why is gay clubbing just better? From pop divas and packed dancefloors to the tragic reality of straight club playlists, we'll explore what truly make...

Is anyone else sick of all these TikTok chefs? We get it you can cook, we don’t need to see. Bring back the 2000’s attitudes of never seeing anyone eat, cause then at least you won’t be judged for having no culinary talent! But if you do get stranded on a desert island you may end up starving, just another reason to stay out of the sea. Charlie and Josh seem to be full in on their own personal iss...

This world is way gayer than we think it is. Humans are obsessed with two genders, and whether you’re straight or not. But the animal kingdom shows us that this planet is queerer than a drag brunch at the Two Brewers. And if you add astrology to all of this, your relationship will finally start to make sense. Josh and Charlie will dive into homosexuality in nature and the tough life of being a Cap...

When you think the worst has happened to you, trust us, that is just the beginning of something amazing. Remember who you are, order that cheeseburger, tell Alexa to play “Since You’ve Been Gone”, and most importantly, remember how thankful you are that your ex is your ex! If you get cheated on, what better place to recover than in the bustling streets of a city centre? See the sights, get pushed...

Everyone welcome to Centre Stage!! As our first episode, we decided to bring very strongly hearted topics that make us extremely unique (in a positive way, we hope?), but we also hope we can reach as many people as we can with our unique weirdness. In this case, the less, the merrier. JK, if you’re a ginger kid remember, everything will come to you, effortlessly, in your mid 20s. And if you’re thi...