The Listen

This week, Abi brings a surprise story which features the glow up of the century, Charlie explains why digital cameras are having a comeback and the pair dissect the Streisand effect Ms Barbra has had on Ozempic this week. Plus, they share some TV, book and film recommendations – did someone say “SEX AND TENNIS”? You can find us at @thelisten_ , @abigib , @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter...

After a tiny weather-related breakdown, Abi and Charlie are discussing Baby Reindeer, the ethics of filming women on nights out and Harvey Weinstein’s overturned conviction. Plus, if you’re not familiar with some of the deeper meanings of Taylor Swift’s new album, we’ve got some tea that the neutral fans would never know.  You can find us at @thelisten_ , @abigib , @imcharlieperry and send us...

Abi recounts the incredible takedown executed by Sharon Osbourne this week and Charlie offers her controversial opinion on Coachella. They discuss why the festival should have ended after Beyoncé headlined, what the pair think we’ll be cringing about in 10 years and why Taylor Swift is breaking up female friendships around the world.  You can find us at @thelisten_ , @abigib , @imcharlieperry...

On the agenda this week, Abi and Charlie discuss the difference between British and American wedding culture, the “3 relationship theory” and introduce the phrase “Young Hot Wife”. Plus, they discuss the noughties fashion trends gone by, the battle between trend and timeless and they share excitement for Lady Gaga in the new Joker film (but how far will she go to win an Oscar?).  You can find...

Abi ponders the aggressive and sexy marketing of Bridgerton season 3 and Charlie reveals the cult she’s recently joined (and maybe leading?).  The girls also discuss a true crime documentary that’s massively gone under the radar, the Bridgerton boy’s glow-up academy and the discourse on Xwitter from the new hate crime act in Scotland and the problematic tweets that surround it.  You can...

Charlie explains why she’s done with books about love and Abi discusses cheating on your nail tech.  Charlie and Abi discuss why having your nails done makes you feel like you can rule the world, Jacqueline Wilson’s new adult addition to the Girls series and the childhood books that traumatised us.  Plus, we have on-the-pulse reporting about ChiwithaC and a certain sitcom actress using h...

WE’RE BACK! After a quick apology, Abi recounts the traumatic events from her honeymoon and Charlie reminds us of the insanely sexist slogans from a noughties confectionary brand.  Plus, the girls discuss the conversation around the rumoured new 007 and his controversial marriage and what THAT picture of Ayo Edebiri and Paul Mescal might actually mean…  You can find us at @thelisten_ , @...

In this episode, find out what makes Abi miss being a dirty fresher and Charlie’s chart topping revelation.  The pair discuss the university comedy Big Boys, why women are mysteriously missing from the Apple Podcast’s charts and the queen that is Nancy Meyers. Plus, Charlie breaks down what you need to achieve the iconic Nancy Meyers interior scheme and Abi dissects the true meaning by May De...

In this bonus episode, Charlie and Abi share their spoiler-filled review and overanalysis of Yomi Adegoke’s The List. They discuss their thoughts on the portrayal of working in UK media, the various twists and turns of the plot and how the book handled victims of sexual assault. Plus, they shared responses to reviews that claimed they ‘didn’t get it’, the future TV adaptation and answered the ulti...

This week on The Listen, Charlie and Abi discuss Jo Koy’s attempt at hosting the Golden Globes and why we need to change our perspectives on mothers who have a nanny.  Plus, they share their excitement for the new series of The Traitors and wonder whether celebrities on the Tube are ever sincere.  You can find us at: @thelisten_ , @abigib , @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here...

We’re ringing in the new year with manifestations, reality shows and a certain celebrity footballer’s cockrel.  Charlie and Abi discuss how they kicked off 2024 drowning in mood boards and vision boards, Charlie shares a surprise video of the Beckhams and Abi explains why the new ‘Love Island All Stars’ may well save the franchise.  Plus, Charlie shares her thoughts on who the Financial...

We’re kissing 2023 goodbye with a very special episode dedicated to our favourites from the year gone by.  Abi and Charlie reveal their favourite moments from across film, book and pop culture in this jam-packed episode (because good lord a lot happened this year).  Find out what A-List celeb Charlie embarrassed herself in front of, why Abi thinks binge viewing should be banned and the g...

This week, Charlie explains why the Skims viral nipple bra wasn’t as empowering as you might have thought, Abi hosts a masterclass on why Ariana Grande’s new boyfriend, aka Spongebob Squarepants, is actually… sexy (we know) and together they dissect the history of politicians on reality shows for better or worse. PLEASE NOTE: This episode was recorded 24th November. Links: Ethan Slater performing...

Welcome to The Listen! After a brief introduction to your hosts, Charlie and Abi, we get into what was happening in culture online, in the media and in real life.  In this episode, we discuss the Mean Girls musical and their offensive trailer , Charlie’s 4-hour escapade to the cinema, the concept of London time, who pays if you damage someone's far-too-expensive handbag (shout out to Normal G...

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