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The Polyester Podcast

The Polyester Podcast
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Feminism
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Poor Things
Sexuality
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Yorgos Lanthimos
Ableism
Women's Agency
Girl Pretty
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Emma Stone
Palestine
Stanley Cups
Mob Wife Glamour
Kardashians
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Is Blake Lively a bitch or being misconstrued? Will Elon ever stop cringing us out? And why is everyone using slurs again?

Every week Polyester's head girlies Ione Gamble and Gina Tonic take you down a weekly rabbit hole of online discourse and pop culture - from trad wives and surrogacy to porn stars and unhinged press tours. Exploring the intersection of IRL and URL through a feminist lens, the... more

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Please note this was recorded and released prior to the release of series four of Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, the cancellation of The Bachelorette and the news regarding Taylor Frankie Paul.

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Before 21 year old looksmaxxer streamer Clavicular walked the Elena Valez runway at NYFW, his brand of hyper misogynist masculinity was confined to teenage boys in their bedrooms and the terminally online taking the piss out of him. But after making ... more

Emerald Fennell has only gone and done it again - made a visually stimulating but emotionally empty film for posh people to coo over. Is it a faithful adaptation of Wuthering Heights? No. Is it an amazing film in its own right regardless? Also no. Do... more

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Recent Guests

Tavi Gevinson
Writer, actress, and creator of "Glimpses Of The Moon"
Episode: Tavi Gevinson on Influencers, Old vs New Media & Performativity
Stacey Battat
Costume designer known for her work in Priscilla among other films.
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Episode: Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Funmi Fetto
Writer, editor, and brand strategist, known for her work in beauty and culture
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Episode: Why Are 10 Year Olds Engaging in Ten Step Skincare Routines? How The Cult Of Beauty Affects Us All
Trisha Paytas
Social media personality and influencer.
Episode: Are You Girl Pretty Or Boy Pretty? How TikTok Brought Back Y2K Self Loathing
Diyora Shadijanova
Journalist with a focus on climate justice and artistic engagement
Independent
Episode: Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Rene Matic
Artist and writer, exploring themes of care and archival storytelling through photography and film
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Episode: Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked

Hosts

Ione Gamble
Founding Editor-in-Chief of Polyester; feminist media critic and host.
Gina Tonic
Senior Editor of Polyester; culture critic and host.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • fave!

    Love the podcast, it’s become part of my Monday commute & I also had so much fun at the launch party in December! The podcast always does an engaging (and well researched!) dissection of current pop culture topics which I love. Keeps me in the loop & super entertaining. P.S happy birthday Ione!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    junkjournalgirlie
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 🤌🤌🤌

    Your cultural analysis is 🔥 I love listening to you girlies! 💛

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gabbie Bullinga
    New Zealanda month ago
  • Fave 4VR

    In a very fitting, but also very Junior High Yearbook fashion: plz don’t eva change! I live for this Sunday pod drop. You’re my favorite pod/ppl. You’re so real. Ty, ty.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    aylorbay
    United States2 months ago
  • Sharp and thoughtful

    Ione and Gina are perceptive & charming hosts, their banter & friendship adding a delicious personal touch that leaves me looking forward to settle in & enjoy their weekly culture critique while sipping coffee or painting my nails. Thought-provoking cultural critique sticks with me from each episode, influencing how I perceive cultural phenomena, contributing to my conversations with friends, and catching me up with whatever’s happening online. Re: Frictionmaxxing; I agree with Gina’s understand... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oatspeasclover
    United States2 months ago
  • Love the gab

    Look forward to these gems each week and can’t wait for your newest issue to arrive! xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lauraow
    United States3 months ago

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Listener engagement is high; community vibe and consistency praised
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Q: Why are adults obsessed with toys?
Adults are constantly marketed toys and may also be seeking nostalgia and comfort.
Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Q: What do you think people should take away from the show?
Recognizing the interconnectedness of our existence and the urgent need for collective care.
Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Q: What did you anticipate going in?
I didn't really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised at how profound it was in intersecting gender and ecology issues.
Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Q: How does the costuming reflect Priscilla's changes throughout her life?
A big part of it was the foundation garments, showing her journey from classic 50s undergarments to more adult looks.
Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Q: What interests you about these private moments of fashion?
It's partly that the stories we're telling are set a little bit behind the scenes and are not set in a forward-facing way.

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What is The Polyester Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers sharp, feminist-leaning cultural critique focused on current online discourse and celebrity culture. Across episodes, hosts dissect pop culture phenomena—from film adaptations and celebrity activism to tech misuses and social media trends—balancing witty banter with well-researched insights. The tone is candid, unapologetically opinionated, and often Alexis-age of internet culture, while anchoring takes in broader feminist perspectives. A standout element is the duo's willingness to critique media narratives and industry practices (marketing, press tours, platform ecosystems) with humor and depth, which can be particularly appealing to listeners who want both entertainment and thoughtful commentary on how online culture sha... more

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