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It’s estimated that up to 1 in 3 families in the UK are blended - and in today’s episode, Kate Ferdinand came to speak to us about what that looks like for her and her family.  Kate is a much loved TV personality who shot to fame as part of ITV’s The Only Way Is Essex. In 2019, she married professional footballer Rio Ferdinand - and took on the role of stepmum to his three young children.&nbs...

Greetings hot people!  On this week’s Just Us - Em has an update for us on her ADHD diagnosis journey. She also has an announcement… and an un-announcement for us!  Meanwhile - Al’s become the symbolic leader for the world’s hot people. Has she finally managed to convince Em that it’s a valid complaint?  We also dive into a topic that we’ve never spoken about in detail before… the g...

Today, we're stepping into the world of BDSM... We’re joined by the brilliant Sherry Lever, who is known professionally as Mistress Sofia. She is a 74-year-old grandmother who just so happens to be Britain’s oldest professional dominatrix. From the outside, the world of BDSM might seem intimidating… and we certainly had a lot to learn. But Sherry breaks down the myths for us, highlighting the impo...

Today, we take some time to show some major appreciation to Kesha, we discuss if we may *potentially* have low IQs and Em tells us about an important decision that she’s made this week!  And we also discuss Sabrina Carpenter’s new album cover. Can we work out what her intentions behind the image were? Or do the intentions not matter when we consider it’s potential impact…  Do you have a...

It’s time to start taking up space…  This week, we’re joined by an icon of the internet and one of our favourite content creators - Megan Jayne Crabbe. Megan shot to fame under the handle BodyPosiPanda , becoming a leading force in the body positivity space online. Nearly a decade later, she has stepped away from that username and in this episode, she tells us why. We speak honestly about the...

Today we’re discussing the various dents in our skulls, the dramatic ways we came earthside and a Danny O’Donoghue jumpscare (trust me… it will make sense eventually)  We also dive into the overwhelming rise of SkinnyTok on Instagram and TikTok - a trend which sees influencers and creators sharing weightless tips and tricks - reminiscent of the pro-anorexia content we saw online during our te...

If you’ve felt overwhelmed, confused or angry about the high-profile court cases going on at the moment… this is the episode for you.  Today, we’re joined by criminal behavioural analyst and creator of The Crime Analyst podcast - Laura Richards. She came in to help us unpack and understand the media and public conversation around the high profile cases of Sean Diddy Combs, Blake Lik...

Em’s back from her holiday… and a LOT happened while she was away. Be prepared to be witness to a very stressful succession of events… We also discuss the proliferation of celebrity hair extensions, Kylie Jenner’s apparent transparency about her cosmetic procedures and the complicated question of Bonnie Blue’s petting zoo.  We want to know where you guys land on Bonnie Blue - send us a DM or...

In recent episodes, we’ve been discussing the disturbing rise in male violence against women and girls, and how technology is accelerating and amplifying these threats. From AI-generated deepfakes to the non-consensual sharing of intimate images, the digital world has created new frontiers for abuse and it’s more important than ever to talk about it. Today, we're continuing that conversation with...

This is possibly one of our most chaotic episodes ever. Expect animal noises, a little bit of sick and some absolutely outrageous claims…  Join us to discuss Daddy Pig’s weaponised incompetence, a Krispy Kreme conspiracy and we also read a listener email which has reminded us that people actually listen to these conversations…  We love reading your messages - if you want to get in touch...

Women's healthcare is in crisis - and things need to change. Today’s guest is the legendary broadcaster Naga Munchetty - Naga is one of the UK’s most high-profile journalists known for her work on BBC Breakfast and BBC 5 Live. But behind her incredible career, Naga has been living with a debilitating condition: since her teenage years, she’s suffered from excruciatingly painful periods… so severe...

It was bad vibes all round in the studio today - so we’re bought the chaotic energy together to try and cheer ourselves up… and it might have actually worked?!  In this episode - we found out that Al really isn’t like other girls, we discuss a very awkward birthday greeting and whether it’s acceptable to say you don’t like Taylor Swift…  We also tell you our big news - we’re heading to E...

Harriet Cowan is not your stereotypical farmer. British farmers are under pressure and are often misunderstood. Harriet is making it her mission to change our perception of farmers and farming. Not only does this woman run two farms with her boyfriend - she also works five days a week as a nurse - we're pretty sure she's one of the hardest working people in the country. She came in to tell us all...

Guys, a miracle has happened - Al is happy with the weather today! On today’s episode we’re discussing Em’s food poisoning *situation*… which miraculously didn’t actually originate in the Light household.  We chat about sports bras - and how much of a barrier boobs can be for women getting into exercise. And we discuss the internet’s reaction to Blue Ivy - why do people feel like they can spe...

Words matter and the way we use them can either uphold or challenge harmful systems. This week we’re joined by Sydney - the co-founder of This Ends Now , a not-for-profit dedicated to preventing male violence against women and girls through reframing conversations. Sydney tells us how language plays a powerful role in shaping our understanding of sexism and male violence and how changing the...

Greetings loved ones! Happy Al’s Got A Fringe Day to all who celebrate! It’s been a big week for us - not only has Em’s had a man look up her drain - but we’ve also been loving seeing your comments on Monday’s episode with Laura Bates. We’ve decided to continue the conversation on this Monday’s episode with a very exciting interview… which seems especially pertinent in light of the Gérard Dep...

The Netflix show Adolescence opened up the conversation about male violence and the radicalisation of young boys online into the mainstream. But how much do we really know about what young boys are viewing online and the effect is has on them? This week, we're joined by someone whose work has shaped the conversation around gender, power, and the internet for over a decade - writer, activist, and f...

This week, we’re discussing all things adulthood: the good, the bad, and the “oh god, no one’s coming to rescue me.” From the never-ending responsibilities to the realisation that the buck officially stops with you , we’re discussing all what it's like to be a responsible adult (spoiler: it’s exhausting) We’re also reminding ourselves - and you - why it’s so important to prioritise yourself. Al’s...

What would you do if you got stuck in a cave?  Cave diving is something that has fascinated - and terrified - us for a long time - and today we had the opportunity to get all our questions answered by acclaimed explorer and cave diver - Rannvá Jørmundsson.  Rannvá has a background as a professional diving instructor, specialising in cold water. Rannvá is originally from the Faroe Islands...

Al (aka Revolting Santa Claus) has come into the studio today armed with many, many, many awkwards for us.  We also pull back the curtain a bit and read some of your comments on our latest episodes… turns out, we’re VERY responsive to feedback. It really does help us out if you rate and follow the show on your podcast platforms - so we’d LOVE it if you could leave us a good review if you love...

In 2018, model Rosie Viva was arrested after she caused Stansted Airport to evacuate all its waiting passengers following a psychotic episode. The aftermath saw her hospitalised, sectioned, and diagnosed with bipolar disorder - a dramatic moment that would alter the course of her life.  Rosie joins Em to share her story and shed light on what it's really like to live with bipolar disorder, a...

Em was thirty minutes late to the studio today - she arrived looking fabulous and with a tale to tell… it was a hell of a 12 hours to be Em (or her hair). We also discuss mispronouncing words in a professional capacity and the true meaning of the phrase 'take heed'. Listener Vanessa emailed us about the first all female space flight - so we dive into the questions that it has raised about girl bos...

When it comes to IVF - the narrative can often be to keep going and going, and going until you have a baby.  Sometimes, however, the more sensible decision is to stop - and that is what was right for Anna Hart and her husband.  Anna is content creator, interiors planner and digital strategist. After starting her IVF journey during lockdown, and after three unsuccessful rounds - they made...

This week - Em’s recovering from a patchy wax and Al has an Is It Just Me about information overload. We discuss the conundrum of leaving bad reviews, brands that don’t pay their influencers and the joy of seeing men get toupees.  We also chat about White Lotus - and there’s a strong loved it vs hated it divide in the studio.  Do you have an Is It Just Me for us? Email us on shouldidelet...

If you want to postiviely reframe the narrative of weight gain - this is the episode for you!  Today, we’re speaking to the personal trainer, intuitive movement coach, content creator and podcaster Tally Rye.  Tally shares her powerful journey of healing her relationship with her body image, food, and exercise. She opens up about moving away from the relentless pursuit of thinness and em...