Friday I'm in Bed

It's Friday I'm an Angry Young Woman (Apparently) This week we're unpacking the New Statesman 's "Angry Young Women" cover story, the right-wing press meltdown that followed, and the very tired playbook of describing women's politics by their hair colour. Plus: is the manosphere really equivalent to the so-called "femosphere"? Then Stella McCartney has done...

This week on Friday I'm in Bed, we're looking at the week's most questionable advertising decisions, and asking why the people writing the copy never seem to include anyone who might actually be affected by it. We start with Nike, who put a sign outside their Boston store ahead of the city's marathon that said "Runners Welcome. Walkers Tolerated" — and then appeared at Lo...

Coachella just happened and TFI Friday is back on our screens, so naturally we had a lot to say about both. We're unpacking the biggest moments from the desert festival, from Sabrina Carpenter's full-blown Hollywood spectacular to Justin Bieber sitting at a laptop in a hoodie scrolling through YouTube videos of his younger self. The internet tried to cancel Sabrina for not recognising an A...

This week on Friday I'm in Bed, we've got two stories that are both, underneath it all, about the same question: who gets celebrated, who gets forgiven, and why does the answer always seem to depend on who you are? Gem kicks us off with the Artemis II mission, because four astronauts are literally on their way home from flying around the Moon and one of them is 47. Same age as Gem. Born th...

This week on Friday I'm in Bed, we're talking about boundaries - who's allowed to set them and who gets punished for it. Kate kicks us off with Chappell Roan and the security guard incident that's dominated everyone's feed. Causing international outrage, 125+ articles in two days, and a ban from a festival she was never even playing at. Meanwhile Shia LaBeouf screamed expletive...

This week we're talking about two things that seem completely unrelated but both come down to the same question: who's selling you something, and should you be buying it? We start with Harry Styles on Saturday Night Live and the Make America Healthy Again hospital sketch that had us howling. It parodies a hospital where patients are treated with raw milk IVs, LED masks, and full moon cerem...

Louis Theroux has taken Netflix inside the manosphere — and everyone has an opinion. This week we're digging into whether shining a light on the grifters and their carefully curated personas actually helps, or whether it just gives them another platform. We're talking about the contradictions (profiting off women while claiming to despise them), the moments where the mask slipped (that dog...

Has International Women's Day lost its edge? This week, Gem and Kate dig into the good, the bad and the ugly of IWD. From brands trying to sell us candles instead of equality, to the women-led cooperatives Gem visited in Morocco that show what the day is really about. Plus, Timothée Chalamet ruffled feathers by suggesting nobody cares about ballet and opera anymore, but is cinema the one that...

This week on Friday I'm in Bed, we're diving into one big topic — what Love is Blind is accidentally revealing about incel culture, the "Pilates princess" myth, and what women actually want versus what men have been told we want. It all kicked off with Chris and Jessica on the current series of Love is Blind. She's a doctor. She's gorgeous. They connected, they got intima...

This week we're tackling three stories that all circle around the same big questions — who has a duty of care, who gets to tell someone else's story, and what happens when women just get on with it. We start with the BAFTAs and the moment that's dominated the conversation all week. During the ceremony, John Davidson, the real-life inspiration behind the film I Swear, experienced verbal...

This week we're coming in hot with three topics that on the surface look completely different but somehow all end up in the same place, who gets to decide what women do, where women belong, and what women should be. We kick off with Reform UK's Nigel Farage and his suggestion that working from home would be scrapped under a Reform government because, apparently, it doesn't make people...

What We're Really Talking About When We Talk About Being A Woman Right Now From identity crises to actual crises, Super Bowl spectacles to the stuff nobody warns you about in midlife — this is the episode where we get into it. How society talks to women, how our bodies blindside us, and how the culture we consume shapes the way we see all of it. Follow us on Instagram ⁠⁠@FridayImInBed ⁠⁠ ⁠⁠@Ge...

# The Pink Tax, Menopause Products & The Disruptive Power of GLP-1 Drugs Get ready to challenge everything you thought you knew about women's health, marketing, and societal pressures. This episode is a bold, unapologetic dive into the truths behind pink taxes, menopause marketing, and the revolutionary impact of weight loss drugs on our world. Follow us on Instagram ⁠@FridayImInBed ⁠ ⁠@GemmaS...

In this conversation, Gemma Seager and Kate Beavis delve into the complexities of celebrity culture, particularly focusing on Jameela Jamil's recent controversies and the broader implications for women in public discourse. They explore themes of internalised misogyny, the role of social media in shaping public opinion, and the power of organised women in advocating for change. The discussion highl...

In this episode of "Friday I'm in Bed," hosts Kate Beavis and Gemma Seager delve into the Beckham family fallout, discussing the implications of choosing friends over family and the societal pressures on women. They also explore Lucy and Yak's controversial sizing decision and its impact on inclusivity in fashion. The conversation shifts to the Diary of a CEO podcast, where they...

In this episode of Friday I'm in Bed, Gemma Seager and Kate Beavis discuss the role of celebrities in political discourse at award shows, the controversy surrounding a hand-knitted cardigan on The Traitors, and the impact of Photoshop in media after Kate Winslet was heavily photoshopped for a Grazia cover. They also delve into the importance of fair compensation for creatives and share insight...

This week on Friday I’m in Bed , we’re asking the big midlife questions: who decided the school day still makes sense , why flexible working is “flexible” for some but not others , what’s going on with clothing sizes and vanity sizing , and, because we’re us, finishing with the cultural battleground of emoji etiquette (Gen Z vs Gen X, meet us in the comments). Follow us on Instagram @Fridayiminbed...

In this episode of "Friday I’m in 2026," Kate and Gemma dive into the future, exploring what might be considered embarrassing in 2026. From influencers to rage baiting, they discuss the evolving landscape of social norms and media trends. Join them as they dissect the headlines, challenge societal expectations, and share personal insights on autonomy and authenticity. Tune in for a thought-provoki...

In this engaging conversation, Gemma Seager and Kate Beavis discuss their Christmas traditions, the nostalgia surrounding analog items, the resurgence of Y2K fashion trends, and the significance of tattoos in personal expression. They explore how these themes reflect a broader cultural shift towards valuing personal connections and experiences over digital ones.

This week on Friday I’m In Bed, Gem and Kate unpack three stories that sound like “helpful advice” on the surface… until you realise who they’re aimed at and what they’re really saying. First up: the government’s obesity tsar suggesting smaller restaurant portions “for women and others with lower calorific needs.” Is this sensible public health policy — or just diet culture and sexism dressed up a...

As Christmas rolls around, Gem and Kate are asking a big seasonal question: is the traditional Christmas dinner over? In this episode of Friday I’m In Bed , two midlife women pick apart the pressure to produce a “perfect” roast, the rise of alternative Christmas dinner ideas (including takeaways and lasagne), and how much festive stress still lands on women’s shoulders. They also dive into I’m a C...

In this episode, Gemma Seager and Kate Beavis explore a range of topics including the societal pressures of beauty on young girls, the implications of Davina McCall's breast cancer diagnosis on HRT discussions, and the ethical considerations of AI in marketing. They emphasize the importance of early detection in cancer, the role of parents in guiding children's self-care, and the need for...

In this conversation, Gemma Seager and Kate Beavis discuss the impact of GLP-1 medications like Mounjaro on health and body image, the importance of exercise in midlife, and the societal expectations placed on women regarding caregiving and fitness. They examine the media's role in shaping perceptions of body image and the importance of critical thinking when interpreting health information. Perso...

Get to know your hosts, Gem and Kate, and the podcast that’s about to become your new Friday ritual. In this short intro, we share who we are, why we’re here, and what Friday, I’m in Bed is all about. Think midlife conversations without the sugar-coating: cultural moments, body image, ageing, health, family, expectations — all seen through two very different lived experiences and one shared instin...