We’re diving into the first four episodes of Emily In Paris Season 5… unpacking everything from Emily’s Italian adventure and the cultural contrasts between Rome, Paris, and the U.S., to the brand new relationships testing friendships.

You’ll learn about:

Italian Culture & Fashion:
We explore the clash of cultures, from dining customs to flirting norms, and the ways Italian fashion and cinema-inspired styling reflect Emily’s emotional journey.

Friendships, Romance & Girl Code:
Yep, it’s time to talk about Mindy and Alfie’s tricky dynamic… we unpack the ethical grey area of dating your friend’s ex and the unspoken social rules of friendship.

Emily’s Evolution & Season 5 Stakes:
We dive into how Emily is growing as a professional and as a person - including the moments that hint at what the rest of the season may hold.

It’s everything you need to know about Emily’s Italian chapter… the friendships, the drama, and the fashion — before you binge the rest of Season 5.

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CREDITS
Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Tina Burke & Chelsea Hui
Executive Producers: Georgie Page & Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

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We’re diving headfirst into the Emily In Paris universe with the ultimate pre–season refresher.

It’s been over a year since Season 4 dropped - and with ten shiny new episodes landing on December 18, we’re getting you completely caught up.

You'll learn more about:

The Men of Emily In Paris — And Where We Left Them:
A recap of Gabriel’s big Michelin moment, Alfie’s new love life, and Marcello’s very smooth, very wealthy Roman influencer — plus our predictions on who Emily actually ends up with.

Why Emily In Paris Is Deeper Than You Think:
From cultural clashes to gendered criticism, and the Darren Star of it all — we break down why this show is secretly sharp commentary wrapped in a candy-coloured fantasy.

The Fashion Fever Dream:
Patricia Field’s iconic influence, why realism isn’t the point, and the reason Emily’s outfits are intentionally chaotic in a way that keeps the show fun, heightened and addictive.

Real-Life Cast Drama + Season 5 Predictions:
IRL breakups, what the cast have said, plus new arrivals this season and the fan conspiracies taking over Reddit ahead of the Season 5 premiere.

It’s everything you forgot, everything you missed, and everything you need to know before pressing play on Season 5.

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CREDITS
Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Tina Burke & Chelsea Hui
Executive Producers: Georgie Page & Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

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Did Wicked: For Good live up to the spellbinding hype? In today’s episode, we break down the standout performances, the wildest behind-the-scenes details, and the universe-defining choices that make this sequel such a ride.

You'll learn:
– Why Ariana Grande’s Glinda is at the centre of the Oscar buzz (and what critics are actually saying)
– The Wicked lore you definitely missed, from book-to-stage-to-screen changes
– The steamy scene that got completely reimagined on film
– How the costumes, new songs and world-building came together for the Part Two fans waited a year for.

Plus… we unpack the press chaos, the original Broadway callbacks, and the sneaky easter eggs you may not have clocked.

This episode dives deep into the second instalment of the Wicked franchise — a movie decades in the making — and explores the performances, production choices and universe shifts that have fans losing their minds.

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Check out our Nobody Wants This Season 2 wrap up on Apple or Spotify. Plus hear our full debrief on the season finale - also on Apple and Spotify.

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CREDITS
Hosts: Monisha Iswaran, Ksenija Lukich & Bree Player
Executive Producer: Georgie Page & Monisha Iswaran
Audio Producer: Scott Stronach
Video Editor: Michael Kean

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