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Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball

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Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball lift the lid on the messy, everyday reality of trying to live well. Long-time friends and beloved broadcasters, they swap the studio for the sofa to catch up on everything going on in their lives — from homes and gardens to family life, health, ageing and music. New episodes every Monday and Wednesday on YouTube and all podcast platforms. Send your messages or voicenotes to: https://wa.me/447477038795   questions@digitpod.co.uk Find us on social media @digitpod  Dig It is a Persephonica production.

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Latest episode

Jul 8, 2026

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Episodes

84: Can You Really Detox From Cortisol? 15.04.2026

Prepare yourself for barefoot red carpet glamour, celebrity encounters (including a certain Rosamund Pike), and a heartfelt chat about stress, hormones, and finding calm. Watch on YouTube - https://youtu.be/Zzh7FKBwgR8 GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795 💬 Or tap here to send a voice note or message on WhatsApp:⁠ ⁠https://wa.me/447477038795 SPECI...

83: DIG IN: Should Kids Be Banned From Pubs? 13.04.2026

This week on Dig It, Jo and Zoe dive into a lively debate about kids in pubs, share a 90s throwback involving Bono, and hear one of the most jaw-dropping listener stories yet. SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS This episode is brought to you by Starling  📱Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Find out more at starlingbank.com/g...

82: Fringe Benefits & Erotic Gardening 08.04.2026

Should Zoe go full fringe? And should Jo really be lending that famously soothing voice to… erotic gardening fiction? This week, Dig It asks far more questions than it answers. Watch or listen now. You can find out more about Elizabeth Honey and The British Flower Movement here: https://britishflowersmovement.co.uk/ GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 03...

81: Feral Squirrels and Toy Story: Speculum Edition 06.04.2026

Jo and Zoe chat vaping squirrels and all the strange things turning up in British gardens. Also, a brilliantly unhinged story about a speculum becoming a child’s favourite toy. Watch on YouTube -  OUR UPLIFTING PLAYLIST For Michelle, and anyone who needs it — search ‘Dig It Uplifting’ on Spotify or find the link below. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/473EfIIUzq8w7M7lBqqtUO?si=dYvxOcpdR2mR_PUM-lh...

80: Monty Don: Bare Bum, Begonias and British Gardens 01.04.2026

Monty Don joins us to talk about British gardens, chasing cows in the nude and accidentally declaring war on begonias.  You can order Monty's new book 'British Gardens' here: https://amzn.to/4sJh3HL   GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795 💬 Or tap here to send a voice note or message on WhatsApp:⁠ ⁠ https://wa.me/447477038795   KELLOGG’S CLUB BREAK...

79: DIG IN: Should I Feel Guilty For Moving Away From My Parents? 30.03.2026

Hannah asks a question about how to manage the guilt of moving away from parents, especially as they get older. Katrina wants to know all about any tall tales that friends and family have convinced us are true over the years. Amanda has a hilarious story about a misidentified ‘toy’ that ended up causing a stir in the local charity shop. Plus, we share your brilliant robot lawnmower name suggestion...

78: Garden Gnome Bans and the Joy of Drinking Less 25.03.2026

The big story on everyone’s lips this week is of course the lifting of the gnome ban at Chelsea Flower Show. But where do Jo and Zoe sit on such a hot topic? There’s also some nostalgia for wild 90’s nights, as well as appreciation for taking things a bit easier these days. Gno thank you, hangovers… GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795 💬 Or tap he...

77: DIG IN - Can “Nesting” Make Divorce Easier? 23.03.2026

Jo & Zoe dig into whether “nesting” - where the kids stay put and parents rotate in and out - can actually make divorce easier on children. Plus, Jo picks up some handy half-marathon hints, our Diggers share brilliant advice on handling school anxiety, and there’s possibly our most curveball toy story yet... GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱 Text or Voice Note: 07477 038795...

76: Special Episode: The Madison - Our TV Pick for March! 19.03.2026

This special bonus episode is brought to you by The Madison on Paramount+ Consider this your must-watch recommendation for March. Jo and Zoe are chatting about The Madison — a brand new six-part series streaming now on Paramount+. Jo and Zoe get into what made them fall for the show; the beauty of Montana, the warmth and humour woven through the grief, and why this kind of female-led storytelling...

75: Manosphere Meltdowns and How Your Garden Can Make You Happy 18.03.2026

Zoe & Jo have a frank and honest conversation about how Louis Theroux’s Inside The Manosphere documentary made them feel (spoiler: not good). But thankfully, the amazing gardener AND firefighter Jonny Hincks - aka @gardenwithjonny - stops by to discuss how we can all make ourselves happier by getting green-fingered. Plus, there’s a bumper crate digging featuring Harry Styles, Joshua Idehen, th...

74: DIG IN: Saucy Plaster Casts, Decision Fatigue and A Very Cheeky Piece of Police Evidence… 16.03.2026

Jo & Zo cover all the topics in this week’s Dig In! From how to deal with feeling overwhelmed by the sheer number of decisions required of us on a daily - or hourly - basis, to what it’s like to have a plaster cast of an “intimate” area, plus a brilliant story from one of our Diggers about an unexpected item taken into evidence after a burglary…  We also hear from Michelle who’s asking for upl...

73: Fearne Cotton: 'I Was Exhausted Trying To Be Likeable' 11.03.2026

Fearne Cotton joins Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball for a brilliant, honest chat about her new book Likeable and the pressure so many of us feel to keep everyone happy. From burnout and therapy to people-pleasing and self-worth, Fearne opens up about the moment she realised how exhausting it was trying to be liked by everyone. They also talk about broadcasting in the early days, social media pressure, and...

72: DIG IN: School Anxiety, Lost Toy Stories, and Ending Period Stigma 09.03.2026

In this week’s Dig In, Becki’s asking for some advice on how to help manage her son’s anxiety about going to school. Jo and Zo share some of your amazing stories about rescuing beloved lost toys. Plus - we’re joined by Dr Natalie Brown to talk about the research she’s been doing into improving period education. You can watch the Bodyform ‘Never Just a Period’ advert that Jo & Zoe discuss here:...

71: Managing Overwhelm & Making Time to Rave 04.03.2026

Zoe & Jo discuss how the constant stream of shocking global headlines can make you feel anxious, helpless or emotionally drained, and suggest some ways to navigate these feelings. The Brit Awards felt like a welcome release from the tough news - with the likes of Rosalía, Björk and Harry Styles lighting up the stage. Plus - the joys of going out on your own, how to show your roses who’s in cha...

70: DIG IN: Thriving While Single and Talking to Your Kids About Dating 02.03.2026

In this week’s Dig In, we have some great advice about how to live a fulfilling life as a single person in a world that can often seem like it’s built for couples and families. Also, an important question about how and when to introduce a potential new partner to your children. Plus, Jo & Zo share some more gynaecological giggles… For more from Lucy Meggeson on thriving solo, you can check out...

69: Holiday Dramas, Puppy Love and Propagation Stations… 25.02.2026

Jo and Zo catch up on each other’s holidays…with a few unexpected twists thrown in the mix. Jo has us all on tenterhooks with her potential puppy update. Plus - how to set up a home propagation station courtesy of the wonderful Ann-Marie Powell. For more garden tips, check out Ann-Marie’s Substack here  👉 https://myrealgardens.substack.com/   GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.co.uk 📱...

68: DIG IN - French Plait Envy, Olympic Overshares and the Most Uplifting Funeral Story Ever 23.02.2026

Jo & Zo discuss the shocking Olympics interview confession that’s had everyone talking. Reece has been in touch about her incredible fundraising efforts for CoppaFeel’s Great Wall of China trek. Plus we have an emotional message from Helen about the unique and beautiful way she celebrated the life of her wonderful son Myles. Tissues recommended.   GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email us: questions@digitpod.c...

67: Red Light Masks, Drill Bits and Chitting Potatoes 18.02.2026

Welcome to the Dig It Spa, where Jo and Zoe go full red-light-mask mode and chat beauty tweakments, teary days, puffy eyes and the gadgets that genuinely help. Then it’s power tools time with Charis Williams (aka Salvage Sister) for a confidence-boosting DIY masterclass, plus chitting potatoes with Ish. Watch or listen now. Salvage Sister (Charis Williams) Get confident with tools and upcycle with...

66: DIG IN: Speculum Acrobatics and Pupdates 16.02.2026

Jo & Zoe get a gorgeous message from the amazing Lorna who donated a kidney to her brother-in-law John. Lou’s also been in touch with a really important question about navigating life as a single person. Plus, more hilarious speculum action and a puppy update from Jo! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https://digi...

64: Bad Bunny, Bird Watching and the Great Muppet Debate 11.02.2026

Jo & Zo have so much love for Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show, and simply CANNOT stop watching the Winter Olympics. Plus, we drop in on Sean Bean in his garden to hear all about his new podcast Get Birding, and Jo shocks us all with her muppets revelation. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https://digitpod.su...

63: DIG IN: Surfing with Mark Owen and Snowboarding with Howard Donald 09.02.2026

This week, Faye’s after fashion advice for a Fat Boy Slim gig, Becky shares her sensational celeb spot and Stu’s got another cringey sex scene story for us. Plus, we’re loving all your hilarious wardrobe malfunctions! Keep ‘em coming! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https://digitpod.substack.com/subscribe GET IN TOU...

62: THAT Chappell Roan Dress, a Winter Olympics Whirlwind and Partying with Baz Luhrmann 04.02.2026

Jo and Zoe discuss all the Grammys goss and consider whether to recreate Chappell Roan’s sensational look with a pair of dungarees… Plus, snowboarder extraordinaire Aimee Fuller gives us the lowdown on the Winter Olympics and there’s a surprising suggestion for Sow & Tell! SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https:/...

61: DIG IN: Mangetout Cats and the World’s Best Sister 02.02.2026

It’s February. Praise be. Jo and Zo kick off with the brutal truth about running (sometimes you feel like a gazelle, sometimes you feel like a fridge). Lauren asks how honest to be with kids when you’re struggling, Claire’s facing redundancy at 54 and the merch ideas are getting delightfully out of hand. Watch or listen now. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new update...

60: Harry Styles, See-Through Leggings and the Most Awkward Discovery Ever 28.01.2026

January drags on, but Dig It brings the JOY! Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball chat Harry Styles’ brilliance, unforgettable BRIT Awards moments and garden centres as emotional lifelines. WATCH ON YOUTUBE https://youtu.be/SLNSuh1aihQ SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https://digitpod.substack.com/subscribe GET IN TOUCH 📧 Email u...

59: DIG IN: The Most Unhinged Revenge Story We’ve Ever Heard 26.01.2026

Friendship gets tested, wardrobes hide secrets, and someone makes a decision involving a Nokia that can never be undone. Jo and Zoe cover the stuff no one warns you about - from what really happens after a friend has a baby, to the most deranged act of revenge we’ve ever heard. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FREE NEWSLETTER Stay up to date with Dig It — new updates every Friday straight to your inbox. 👉 https:...

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