Oops, we did it again. Sorry for the prolonged interval, folks - we were dealing with all of the sh*t that life unloaded. But we're back, and we've given you a little life download, some thoughts on the world we live in (warning, the outlook

Break ups, broken hearts and the rise from the ashes

Jun 17th, 2022 33m 28s

Hot off the back of an actual break up, we thought we'd share some tips to help the heartbroken amongst you ease the pain a little. And if we can't ease the pain, at least know we're there with you. It was also Hoopla day, so with this episode

A step too far in the wrong direction

May 21st, 2022 41m 2s

It’s a tough one this week. We talk about the real implications that overturning Roe v Wade would have on women and progression. If you want to help, there’s a great article here with links to various abortion support charities: https://www.i

Buckle up and don’t forget your passport

May 4th, 2022 45m 4s

Possibly the most important life lesson we could give you is included in this week’s episode, and it’s so big we’ll hand it out free here too: NEVER change your hairdresser We also get into some hot tips and hilarious tales of going on the firs

Covid, contraception and a lesson in empathy

Mar 28th, 2022 32m 21s

Yes, that's right, a release on a Monday. What a treat! Annabel is hiding from Covid ahead of an exciting trip, and Lakshmi has just returned from sunny Barbados. We also talk a bit about our egg supply and inevitably come back to the enormity

Take some time, honey

Mar 8th, 2022 31m 34s

As we said last week, sometimes you need to remove the noise. But this can be so hard, what with life, work, friends, dating and all the rest of it. So this week we give you some tools to help you with it. Thanks for listening! Annabel & Laks

Oh hey, stranger

Feb 24th, 2022 18m 25s

We're back! It's been a minute, and we can only apologise. But we're back, with a little update on our lives to ease you back into listening. We thrilled to have you listening again! Annabel & Lakshmi x

It's the most wonderful time of the year *anxiety included

Dec 3rd, 2021 35m 30s

It's weird isn't it, it doesn't matter how much you love Christmastime, and God knows, we love it - this time of year comes with an layer of anxiety that bubbles just under the surface. It's therapy hour with Lakshmi & Annabel this week and we

Hostess with the Mostest

Nov 26th, 2021 37m 6s

Who doesn’t love a good dinner party? We both love playing host, and so as we head into the Festive Season (have we mentioned it’s the festive season??) we give you some tips on how to host the perfect dinner party. Thanks for listening! Ann

Just have a bath

Nov 18th, 2021 37m 54s

Last week was a lot. It was even just a bit much tbh. So we took a little break from reality and now we’re back with tips on how we deal, when it is just too much. There’s also some rage for good measure, because… well, because it’s us. Th

Fancy a festive podcast?

Nov 4th, 2021 37m 51s

Halloween has happened and it’s OFFICIALLY the festive season. We’re not waiting, we’re diving straight in to talk about everything we’re excited for over the next few months. There’s not even that much rage this week. You’re welcome. Than

"Don't get spiked" and other bulls*t headlines

Oct 28th, 2021 31m 27s

We talk about the special bonds we share with our hairdressers, the ghosts of boyfriends past, and finally the rise of drug spiking in universities across the UK. Oh, and the victim shaming that goes along with it. Thanks for listening! Lakshm

Stereotyping and Double Standards

Oct 21st, 2021 44m

This week we talk about pizzas, pumpkins and p*nis (sorry, mum) in our weeks, as well as celebrating International Menopause Day. In part 2 of our episodes on racism we also dig a little deeper on stereotyping and double standards, and how thes

A conversation with a side of covert racism

Oct 14th, 2021 34m 38s

Hello lovely listeners, In week one of our first 2 part episode, we do the usual weekly download, and then discuss the disturbing normality of covert racism. Lakshmi shares her experiences and we talk about Colourblindness. What it is and why

We remember Sarah

Oct 7th, 2021 42m 54s

This week we took a chance to reflect on the heaviness that came from the sentencing of Wayne Couzens, who killed Sarah Everard. We also took a moment to celebrate some happy news. It's important to remind ourselves of that, too. Thanks for l

Sabina Nessa and more on violence against women

Sep 30th, 2021 26m 54s

This week we talk about the disappearance and murder of Sabina Nessa and why it took so long to feature in the press. We also revisit broader themes on the violence that women experience at the hands of men. It's not light-hearted, but it mi

A Mighty Hoopla and a Bloody Disgrace: What does the newly passed 'Heartbeat Law' really mean for women?

Sep 10th, 2021 41m 8s

This week was full of slightly random activities; a photoshoot and a glittery music festival. But where we felt it most was the approval of the law in Texas to ban abortions after just six weeks. We talk about what this really means for women a

Are we going backwards?

Aug 26th, 2021 24m 9s

Not going to lie, we despair a bit this week. We talk about the worsening situation in Afghanistan and the horrors of the mob attack on a young woman in Pakistan. Brace yourself, and thanks for listening. Lakshmi & Annabel x

"It's better than it used to be"

Aug 19th, 2021 34m 29s

More difficult news for women as we talk about the situation in Afghanistan and the Incel shooting in the UK. We also talk about what to do when confronted with the line 'but it's better than it used to be'. Thank for listening! Lakshmi & Ann

Olympic Games and Food Freedom Day

Aug 5th, 2021 34m 33s

Are the Olympic Games more sexist than ever this year? We think so. Lakshmi looks forward to her food freedom day and Annabel eats her way through London. It's a sweary one this week....sorry, parentals. Thanks for listening! Lakshmi & Annab

It’s all about the money, honey

Jul 29th, 2021 43m 28s

Annabel goes to Annabel’s, Lakshmi makes a bathroom confession, and we’re both scared of thunder. And after you listen to that we’ll give you a couple of tips about making simple but effective savings whilst still #livingyourbestlife Thanks fo

Dirty Thirty

Jul 22nd, 2021 33m 53s

We've got a grown up in our midst, and we're going to need to rerecord our intro because ANNABEL IS 30! She imparts some new found 30 year old wisdom, and balances it out with tales of a drunk speech. Life's about balance. Thanks for listening

Friendship, sisterhood and goodbyes

Jul 15th, 2021 46m 53s

Having dodged isolation for 18 months, Annabel is half way through isolation and remarkably still has some sanity. This we talk about friendship; the art of making new friends as an adult, long distance friendships, and friendships that should

Everybody needs a Richard

Jul 8th, 2021 39m 15s

Yes, we're talking about The Bold Type. Because it was the finale and there is SO much to unpack. Served with your weekly side of rage. Thanks for listening! Lakshmi & Annabel x

Burnout: is work wearing you out?

Jul 1st, 2021 42m 54s

This week we’ve had a big family birthday, a magician and a massage. In no particular order and certainly not together! We also talked all about burnout. The signs, the symptoms and the solutions. Take some time to check in with yourself and ta