
Ash Sarkar and Moya Lothian-McLean sort the personal from the political, tackle listener dilemmas and air their opinions on the frustrations of modern life.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 112 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureRelationships | |||

Moya is joined by doctor-turned-novelist William Hunter to talk about what it takes to abandon your career for something new. What are the signs it’s time for a change? What if you quit everything but still feel bad inside? Plus: what to do about big... more
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Moya has a big theory about success: we love the idea of it, but hate people going on about it. Did Timothée Chalamet’s naked ambition cost him an Oscar? Plus: what to do about a envious colleague.
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Moya and Ash react to Louis Theroux’s documentary on the manosphere. The antics of YouTubers like HS and Sneako seem designed to amuse teenage boys and offend the normies – but when does the mask become the face? And who are the women who flock to th... more
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Have now been listening to If I speak for coming up to two years, it’s the only podcast I have listened to every single episode of. Has genuinely made me a better person. Thank you ladies!
Such beautiful people. I’ve learnt so much about myself and others. Absolutely essential listening.
love listening to the two of you speak, particularly when you don’t agree with each other. the topics are always interesting and you both give genuinely great, actually substantive advice.
Easy.. the best.
Ash is spurs but still the best.
Up the Chels
Really enjoy this podcast. Intelligent, sharp, political, cutting. Moya and Ash are the friends you need to have in your life. And so generous to get this weekly. Gracias et merci bien!
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The show spotlights personal stories and cultural critique through sharp, witty banter between two hosts who map intimate dilemmas onto broader social and political questions. Recent episodes thread burnout, modern dating, urban living, sexuality, and feminist perspectives into conversations about mental health, relationships, and how policy and culture shape everyday life. A notable strength is the balance of empathetic, practical advice with rigorous, often provocative takes on current issues, making it feel like a candid discussion with smart friends who aren't afraid to challenge each other. The format often blends personal anecdotes with commentary on broader systems, offering listeners a mix of relatable guidance and thoughtful critiq... more
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