Shallow

The Shallow Take: What's the harm in self-improvement? This week, we’re talking about the glow-up trend. Those before-and-after videos flooding our feeds with beauty tips, routines and transformations. Some of it’s inspiring, sure. But a lot of it? Kind of exhausting. We’re asking: when does self-improvement go too far? Are we really becoming the best version of ourselves - or just chasing a re-pa...

The Shallow Take: Your friendship group only gets smaller We all know the playbook for romantic breakups, but what happens when a friendship feels “over”? Do we face it head-on or let it fizzle out? A serious sit-down conversation might feel childish, ghosting could do more harm than good... or maybe it’s just not that deep. This week, we’re unpacking the messy world of friendship breakups, why th...

Is thin back in... or is it just not that deep? 🙃 We unpack the rise of Ozempic and ask: should celebs be honest about using it? From the Kardashians quietly shedding their signature curves to a full-blown return of '90s and 2000s skinny-era fashion, we trace the cultural shift that’s bringing “thin” back into style. Plus: a rewind to heroin chic, that Met Gala moment, and why we’re f*cking tired...

Sorry, I can't. I'm busy! In this episode we dive into the grind of hustle culture - from working multiple jobs to stay afloat, to the constant pressure to do MORE. Is being busy a badge of honour or a sign of something more broken beneath the surface?  Shallow Socials! Instagram TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Grab a bottle and brace yourself for many shots - Lucy’s birthday wish came true, and we’re dedicating an entire episode to none other than Miss Taylor Swift. What happens when the guitar-toting girl next door becomes a global billionaire? We’re breaking down her epic journey: the meteoric rise, the public fall, and that iconic comeback - plus those unforgettable pop culture moments (yes, we’re ta...

From sobriety to skincare… who said we don’t have range?! 👀 We’re keeping it light this week, chatting about the everyday (kinda boring, unsexy, but very essential) skin and hair products we swear by, our thoughts on clean beauty - plus, how a bag of sea salt saved Phoebe's face..? Annnnnd, we couldn't chat skincare without giving a nod to the queen herself, Caroline Hirons. Are we high-maintenan...

Oh, we are back, baby!  It's the 1st episode of season 2 and we are diving into... Sobriety. With the sober-curious movement on the rise, people are starting to choose Hyrox over hangovers, and run clubs over, well… THE club - but… is ditching the booze really that deep? We dive in! Shallow Socials! Instagram TikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The SEASON FINALE, guys and gals... and this time, we’re tackling the ultimate digital-age dilemma: ghosting. It’s become all too common from friendships to dating, but why do we do it? Is there ever a reason it’s okay to just... vanish? We’re unpacking the psychology behind ghosting, sharing some honest moments about who we’ve ghosted (or who’s done it to us), and whether it’s better to bail than...

In today’s episode, we’re diving into the world of skin conditions - and trust us, this is way more than just a surface-level conversation. While many dismiss it as...eh hem* a ‘shallow’ issue, the truth is, the emotional toll of dealing with skin issues can be heavy, often way beyond what people realise. In this episode, we open up about our own journeys with chronic skin conditions and the rolle...

Mouth tape! Silk pillowcases! Sleep scores! The morning ‘shed’…? Is 'sleep hygiene' going way too far? In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into the latest sleep trends - from calming pillow sprays to high-tech sleep trackers, and asking the big question: Are they genuinely improving our rest, or just feeding into our obsession with perfect sleep? We’ll also uncover the real impact of sleep depri...

Has Celeb Fashion Lost Its Grip? In the latest episode of Shallow, we’re asking: Are we over celebrity fashion? With influencers and social media shaping our style choices more than ever, are A-listers losing their influence? Back in the pre-internet days, magazines, TV, and celebrities (plus our most stylish friends) were our go-to sources for fashion inspiration. But now, are we moving away from...

Hair loss... it really is that deep? For a lot of women, hair loss is one of the scariest topics around. For most of us, our hair is a big part of our identity. But what happens when we are faced with losing it… Does our identity go with it? In this episode of Shallow, we unpack Lucy’s personal story on alopecia and the impact losing hair has on our mental health. Shallow Socials! Instagram TikTok...

This week, you better get your f*cking ass up and work! Or.. should you? In this ep of Shallow, we’re diving into university, career paths and work culture 🎓 Once upon a time, a degree + a good job = a comfy middle-class life. Fast forward to 2025? Yeah, not so much. We're unpacking everything, from the rise and fall of 2010’s 'girlboss' narrative to today’s ‘lazy girl jobs’ - plus, was uni even...

This week, we’re diving into saunas and cold plunges. They’re everywhere - TikTok, Instagram, and that one friend who suddenly won’t stop talking about Wim Hof and longevity. But is the hot/cold practice truly game-changing or are we just being sold another pricey wellness trend? We dive in to find out if it's really that deep.   Shallow Socials! 📸 Instagram: @shallowpod 🎥 TikTok: @sha...

With the Grammy’s around the corner, we HAD to dive into the pop girlies of 2024! The gals dominated. From Charli to Chappell, it was a HUGE year for females in pop...  Was the 31-song Tortured Poets Department too much for the general public? Was Sabrina Carpenter TOO sexualised? Did BRAT have the cultural dominance that Gen Z thinks it did? And most importantly, who deserves to take home th...

Are we just easily influenced… or is it deeper than that? This week, we're diving into social media and influencer culture. From seasonal car hauls to influencer ‘farms’ and ropey brand launches, influencers are the (not so) new marketing tool being utilised by brands and followed in the millions.  As social media’s rapid trend cycles are unapologetically built to SELL, is influencer culture...

It's the first episode of Shallow, and we're diving into the rise of facial treatments, 'tweakments' and aesthetic procedures! We all just want to look our best, right? But what if it's deeper than that... From fillers and Botox, to Gen Z’s obsession with ageing, we’re exploring how facial procedures are becoming the new normal. Is filler the new tattoo? Are we trading ASOS hauls for Botox appoint...

Join us as we dive into the topics that keep us talking long after the group chat goes quiet.  Each episode, your hosts Lucy Bell and Phoebe Whittle (two friends - yes, groundbreaking!) start in the shallow end before deep-diving into the topic of the week.  We hand-pick each subject, from our obsession with beauty and wellness trends to navigating ambition and careers, these are the con...