Power couples like Jett and Pookie, have swept Instagram and TikTok. Charming the audiences with their chemistry, cute extravagant gestures and a constant display of love and affection, they’ve gained more following than in their individual careers combined.

What makes a power Couple more successful than the individual? Is it the allure of the perfect love, or maybe the promise of a happy ending, offered by people, who are REAL and more relatable than our favourite rom-com characters.

In this episode we discuss how the couple has reigned in the social hierarchy through the years and what consequences does this have on our perception of relationships and our selves and individuals.

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Gender flight is a phenomenon that has been observed for years. From nursing, through teaching to biology, men tend to abandon the fields women enter. But why are they so quick to flee? Do they feel it’s beneath them to do a “woman’s job”, or maybe they’re just scared of being upskilled? Whatever the reason, there’s no denying the severe negative effects this phenomenon has on female dominated fields, underfunding being one of them.

In this episode we discuss potential causes and implications of the gender flight phenomenon and ask ourselves whether it will ever be stopped.

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In an increasingly globalised world, international dating is becoming more and more common. Instagram couples are turning it into a trendy phenomenon, while scientists reveal that it can lead to higher relationship satisfaction. Does this mean that dating within your own nationality is becoming passé? In this episode, we discuss the complexities of cross-cultural dating, flirting in different languages, the possible relationship imbalances between english and non-english speakers and more. Join us as we unpack the good, the bad and the ugly, and share our own experiences of dating in the multicultural landscape of London.

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AI has been a hot topic for several years now. Developing at an exponential pace, this new technology is swiftly permeating all areas of our life. It has sparked many discussions around ethics and worker replaceability, but why is no one talking about its impact on women? From biased hiring processes, through digital assistants like Alexa or Siri, to the dark networks of artificially generated nudes, the online space continues to grow, putting women in a compromising position, to say the least. In this episode we explore the many ways in which AI technologies have facilitated online harassment of women, posing significant threats to their privacy, and how the gaps in legislation are failing the victims of this abuse.

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Coffee shops, parks, pubs, malls and gyms are some examples of third places that are slowly fading from our everyday lives. Whether it’s because of to the gentrification of urban neighbourhoods, the rapid inflation of consumer goods, or the housing crisis confronting the youth, finding a stable hangout spot seems tougher than ever.

Is the rise of digital platforms and social media starting to replace face-to-face interactions? Or maybe it’s the never ending work grind that will turn offices into the next 3rd places? In this episode, we discuss the possible reasons behind the current lack of third spaces and what it means for our sense of community and belonging.

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Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a good dating show? The love confessions, heated arguments and sudden plot twists often make us forget that the people we’re watching are real human beings, not just characters in a crazy love story. But is it really ethical to stir people’s emotions and twist reality for the sensational effect? In this episode we discuss the ways in which the shows promote unhealthy gender imbalances and what follows, more radical misogynistic behaviours.

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Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos has stirred quite a discussion online. Some hail it to be a quirky, yet inspiring story about a women’s self-discovery while others deem it to be yet another attempt at a feminist story through a man’s lens. From the extravagant costume and set design, through Emma Stone’s eccentric performance to countless sex scenes, in this episode we discuss the good and poor aspects of the film.

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From red roses, through little Cupids to adorable heart shaped…everything, the symbols of Valentine’s Day permeate physical and online spaces in a lead up to this holiday, which begs the question: has it become just another product of capitalism? In this episode we discuss various aspects of this celebration, such as societal pressures that come with it, it’s uncanny similarities to Christmas and many more, so get yourself some heart shaped chocolates and tune in!

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