If I Speak
Novara MediaAsh 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 | 109 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureRelationships | |||
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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
Ash has a big theory about why so many aspects of modern life feel like masturbation: private, self-centred, disconnected. They discuss the objects and subjects of sex, and Moya makes a confession. Plus: advice for a special one who’s dating her firs... more
Moya and Ash wonder what’s attracting young British ex-pats (and influencers) to cities like Dubai and Bali. Is emigration the new face of aspiration? Plus: a dilemma about being stuck in a dead-end job – or so it seems.
Got a dilemma? Email ifispea... more
Ash wants to cultivate a better relationship with nature, but Moya detects a deeper issue around burnout, and the lure of the countryside for busy city dwellers. Plus: advice for a listener who’s lost sexual interest in her partner.
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Ash and Moya are charismatic and have a lot of interesting insights. The best part of the podcast is the advice section which is always really strong. The opening part can be hit or miss depending on what’s discussed that week.
Apple Podcasts3shells114
United Kingdom5 months ago - 1 star for the awful toxic dating advice (ep 84)
Shocked at the advice that if you’re not feeling a date to go to the bathroom with your bag, come back and without sitting down make an excuse and just walk out. Complete lack of empathy towards the guy, imagine being that guy and the entire bar/wherever sees this play out. He’d be traumatised and probably will give him a very negative view towards women. Very humiliating and disrespectful, and truly this advice would only be said by someone who knows this will never happen to them and who is a ... more
Apple Podcasts122ebihlUnited Kingdom5 months ago - Love this podcast!
This is one of my favorite podcasts!
Is there a reason it’s not on YouTube?
Apple Podcasts5puqo2020
United States5 months ago - D
I just adore this podcast. I am not young by any standards (mid 50s) but your conversations have helped me understand how to verbalise and put into context my experiences as a woman. And now as a mum of a 30 year old girl/ woman your incisive reading into culture feels like it has completed the circle. Thank you for this. Love you both
Apple Podcasts5MumofGUnited Kingdom7 months ago - Love these two
I’ve needed this podcast, thank you both .
Apple Podcasts5rockandorrollzUnited Kingdom7 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #9 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #98 | United Kingdom/Society & Culture |
Apple Podcasts | #65 |  Australia/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #77 |  Italy/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #31 |  Ireland/Society & Culture/Relationships |
Apple Podcasts | #32 |  Finland/Society & Culture/Relationships |
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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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Recent guests on If I Speak include:
1. Jordan Stephens
2. Dr. Annabel Sowemimo
3. Lanre Bakare
4. Kemi Alemoru
5. Sophie Gilbert
6. Jeremy Atherton Lin
7. Monica Heisey
8. Natasha Brown
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