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This week features a serious overanalysis of Challengers (only proper spoilers at 29:25 - 31:03).
Charlie and Abi discuss Challengers' female power fantasy and how they nailed the tennis elements. Plus, they discuss Met Gala misconceptions and the hilarious backstory to Anne Hathaway’s new romcom.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
BTS of Zendaya on Challengers Jack Edwards explaining the Met Gala 2024 themeVogue’s Best Dressed of Met Gala 2024Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
Willy Wonka Experience in LAHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Zijn er afleveringen die ontbreken?
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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 a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
BBC article: Manchester nightlife videos: Women 'feel unsafe' after being secretly filmedHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
Sharon Osbourne’s statementSabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan at CoachellaThe Clearing Ending a Friendship Over Taylor SwiftHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
The Ballet SneakersThe Skirt Trousers are from WEEKDAY, not UO“Classic is not timeless” videoJoker: Folie à Deux teaser trailerHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
The Jinx.
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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 her platform to be mean, and wondering why was this even allowed to happen.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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Mylee Magic Gel Remover Ways to propose Chi with a C reacting to Joanna PageHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
LINKS
Abi’s TikTok about being vommed onAbi’s recs:
People We Meet on Vacation by Emily HenryThe Rachel Incident by Caroline O'DonoghueCharlie’s recs:
All of Us Strangers (now on Disney+!)Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 December.
NOTE: May December spoilers start at 40:35
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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"Working mothers in UK twice as likely as fathers to consider quitting jobs” - Observer articleFantasy home: a culture clash at the heart of The Parent TrapNancy Meyers on Talking PicturesHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 ultimate question from the book…
TW: There is discussion of sexual assault in this episode
You can find us at: @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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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 for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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Lean in By Sheryl SandbergBen Affleck’s Dunkin Donuts DespairHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 Times chose as their person of the year - hint, it involves the business behind Ozempic….
You can find us at: @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
Links:
Roxie Nafousi on StompcastDavid Beckham workout videoConfirmed Love Island All Stars castFT Person of the Year: Lars Fruergaard JørgensenHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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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 girls wonder what we learnt from King Charles’ coronation.
You can find us at: @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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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 as Spongebob on BroadwayGeorge Galloway’s strange performance on CBBAnn Widdecombe “curling her hair”You can find us at: @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette vouchers draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast
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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 Gossip) and the hysteria around Naked Attraction finally reaching the US.
PLEASE NOTE: This pilot was recorded 8th November 2023. The format has changed over coming episodes.
You can find us at: @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week - by getting in touch you’ll be entered into our £50 Glassette voucher draw!
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.