
Celebrating crushes and unrequited loves in all their intense and embarrassing glory. Margaret Cabourn-Smith chats to funny people like Sindhu Vee, Sarah Millican and Sue Perkins about the crushes they can't forget.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 119 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Comedy InterviewsComedyRelationshipsSociety & Culture | |||

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I couldn’t love Johnny JR more after hearing this ep. He speaks so eloquently and honestly and humbly about his own experience but also what he’s learnt through therapy and self-reflection. Oh to be his crush 😚💕
I love this podcast. I’ve been so comforted by some of the hilarious, and sometimes excruciatingly painful stories. Long may this podcast continue.
Only just found this podcast - absolutely love it. Funny, moving, often bizarre (in the best way)
Nearly 50 and after feeling on the unfizzy side for a few years, this podcast has perked me up no end! MCS is not only a super talented writer and actor but superbly witty and sensitive interviewer. I was in tears with her when she got emotional recently because yes, the joy this work brings is important! Thank you MCS ❤️ (In case the database is still being added to, my first crushes apart from Trevor with the limp who played the tuba in band were 1) Christopher Reeve, 2) Daley Thompson, 3) Dan... more
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This show centers on intimate, funny conversations about crushes, attraction, sexuality, and relationships, guided by a warm, empathetic host. Guests from stand-up, writing, and performance share formative crushes, dating misfires, and how culture, identity, and therapy shape desire. Episodes blend personal anecdotes with sharp observations on pop culture, fame, and the politics of love, all delivered with humor, vulnerability, and a therapy-like steadiness that invites self-reflection. The format often includes playful banter, candid storytelling, and practical takeaways for navigating relationships, celebrity fandom, and self-acceptance. A standout aspect is how the host bonds with guests across a wide range of comedic backgrounds, making... more
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