They’re not just pixels and boss battles — video games are modern-day portals, stress relievers, and sometimes even therapy with a controller.

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I’m diving into the surprisingly wholesome, weirdly emotional, and endlessly fascinating world of video games. Whether you're a lifelong gamer or someone who still presses all the buttons at once, there’s something in this digital playground for everyone.

I’ll chat about the benefits of gaming — from escapism and social connection to skill-building and storytelling that rivals the best films — and push back against the outdated idea that games are just for kids or couch potatoes. Spoiler: they’re for all of us.

So pick your player, power up, and let’s explore why video games might just be one of the greatest side quests of all time.

t connects us, entertains us, distracts us… and occasionally destroys our will to live. Yep, it's time to talk about social media.

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I dive into the beautifully messy digital universe we scroll through every day — the good, the bad, and the unhinged. From wholesome dog videos and supportive online communities to comparison spirals and doomscrolling-induced anxiety, social media is a double-edged sword that we keep willingly poking ourselves with.

Is it ruining our attention spans or revolutionising the way we connect? Can it be both? Let’s talk about our love-hate relationship with likes, shares, and shouting into the void.

Let’s face it — life isn’t always a main quest. Sometimes, it’s just about surviving the side missions: the bad days, the stress spirals, and the moments where your only achievement is putting on clean socks.

In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I unpack the weird, wonderful, and occasionally questionable ways we cope. From comfort TV to retail therapy, rage walks to denial naps — I’m exploring how we all find ways to keep going when things get a bit... much.

No judgment, no preachy self-help vibes — just an honest chat about mental load, survival mode, and finding small joys in the chaos. If you've ever cried into your takeaway or panic-cleaned your entire flat at 2AM, this one's for you.

Welcome to the advice column you never knew you needed — in podcast form. In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I’m stepping into the wise (and slightly chaotic) shoes of a modern-day agony aunt. Think Dear Abby, but with more sarcasm, fewer filters, and an alarming number of tea breaks.

From handling awkward friendships to navigating existential dread in the queue at Tesco, I’m dishing out guidance, hard truths, and occasional rants — all with a wink and a shrug. No degrees in psychology here, just lived experience, some decent instincts, and a knack for overthinking.

So if you’re feeling a little lost, a little stuck, or just need a comforting voice that’s somewhere between your mate and your therapist — this one’s for you.

It’s time to settle the age-old debate — which British biscuit reigns supreme? In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I roll up my sleeves, brew a proper cuppa, and dive into the delicious (and sometimes controversial) world of UK biscuits.

From the elite tier of the chocolate digestive to the humble but dependable rich tea, I’m breaking it all down: taste, dunkability, nostalgia points, and pure biscuit vibes. Expect hot takes, unapologetic opinions, and maybe a few crumbs of chaos.

Is your favourite biscuit getting the praise it deserves — or being brutally dunked into disgrace? Tune in to find out.

Do ghosts exist? Are haunted houses just drafty fixer-uppers with a flair for the dramatic? In this episode of Life’s Side Quests, I dive headfirst into the world of the paranormal — from the curious to the creepy — with the healthy skepticism of someone who wants to believe… but also needs receipts.

Join me as I explore the cultural fascination with the supernatural, share some famous cases, and discuss why so many of us are drawn to things that go bump in the night. Oh — and of course — I get into the art of debunking: because not every creak in the attic is a ghost. Sometimes it's just bad insulation.

So grab a flashlight, maybe don’t look behind you, and let’s talk ghosts, ghouls, and good ol’ fashioned doubt.