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HollyhockDays · 17/07/2025 09:19

Mel Robbins is hard to dip into as she seems to expect you to know her backstory.

I like the rest to entertainment, as PP say it gives an interesting insight into how the entertainment industry works. I also like parenting hell and what did you do yesterday.

yellowdress34 · 17/07/2025 09:19

sashagabadon · 17/07/2025 08:57

i'm getting fed up with all podcasts - maybe it's me but I am sick of hearing the same boring talking points and podcasters basically interviewing each other over and over again on all their respective podcasts. over and over, yap, yap, yap. Maybe I've been listening too long. I was listening to one of my previous favourites the other day and just thought what a waste of my time - I would be better off listening to the birds and thinking my own thoughts than hearing what whozits thinks of blah blah again 😁

I think I am also rapidly reaching that point.

InterestedBeing · 17/07/2025 09:17

Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 07:22

It’s the “chatty” “we’re just like you” podcasts between women that I can’t stand

Fair. I can't stand those either.

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Teachingquestion · 17/07/2025 09:15

Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 08:54

Oh op I remember your DH and University challenge thread yesterday…. It is the main man in your life, your DH, that is an utter egoistical self inflated twat.

DP and Eric Weinstein in the same week - sheeesh

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Lottapianos · 17/07/2025 09:13

'I like Triggernometry. They do actually listen to their guests, have a good variety of types and aren't trying to ram their own views down people's necks. Plus I have a strange crush on Konstantin Kisin. Quite fit'

Agree with all of this 😁

StrictlyAFemaleFemale · 17/07/2025 09:10

I listened to one episode of the Mel Robbins podcast, and thought it was great. None of the subsequent episodes have been worth my time - a LOT of rambling, filler, just get to the point.

I do like a narrative documentary, not so much chat.

Letsgodancing · 17/07/2025 09:08

The issue is anyone with some sort of following or anyone in general can set up a podcast, and film themselves giving their opinions or viewpoints and this is how someone like Andrew Tate got big, there is some interesting podcasts too out there. But there is also those saying the most controversial things they can to go viral or get their name out there too, unfortunately some of these people come up online feeds, than if you continue watching the algorithm shows you more of the same stuff

AnnaMagnani · 17/07/2025 09:07

I thought I'd have no interest in The Rest is Entertainment but listened once as I like both Marina and Richard.

It's brilliant and the insights into the industry are fascinating.

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Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 09:02

Louis thereoux too…. Riveting

Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 09:02

IKnowAristotle · 17/07/2025 08:26

Finally someone gets it!

Good Hang with Amy Poehler is my fav at the moment.

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Brilliant!!

champagnetrial · 17/07/2025 09:01

Sounds like you just haven't found the right podcast...Yet.

JuniperJuly · 17/07/2025 09:01

MsMiniver · 17/07/2025 08:18

I have realised that I really don’t like podcasts that are in a chat/ conversation format. Feels like a waste of time listening to the small talk and chit chat and the meandering. I do like scripted podcasts where it’s more like a documentary where what is said has been planned and edited and polished. More quality information less waffle.

Yes, I like podcasts that have a point. If I wanted to listen to sone inane chat, I'd take my earphones out on the bus.

Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 08:59

Mastercom · 17/07/2025 07:33

If you would like to.

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On the basis of a couple of threads?

well, that would be silly

sashagabadon · 17/07/2025 08:57

i'm getting fed up with all podcasts - maybe it's me but I am sick of hearing the same boring talking points and podcasters basically interviewing each other over and over again on all their respective podcasts. over and over, yap, yap, yap. Maybe I've been listening too long. I was listening to one of my previous favourites the other day and just thought what a waste of my time - I would be better off listening to the birds and thinking my own thoughts than hearing what whozits thinks of blah blah again 😁

Absentmindedsmile · 17/07/2025 08:55

Quirkswork · 17/07/2025 08:52

I like Triggernometry. They do actually listen to their guests, have a good variety of types and aren't trying to ram their own views down people's necks. Plus I have a strange crush on Konstantin Kisin. Quite fit.

I cannot stand The Rest is Politics. Utter condescending claptrap. Rory Stewart in particular. Why people like them I do not know.

Actually you’re correct about Triggernometry. They have no self-aggrandisement at all. That’s the only one I’ve listened to / watched, along with Gary’s Economics (but that’s You Tube).

yellowdress34 · 17/07/2025 08:54

Apologies - Steven Bartlett, not Stephen.

Truegum2 · 17/07/2025 08:54

Oh op I remember your DH and University challenge thread yesterday…. It is the main man in your life, your DH, that is an utter egoistical self inflated twat.

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Teachingquestion · 17/07/2025 08:52

For those saying turn it off- obviously I do - I don't sit and suffer the whole thing

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Quirkswork · 17/07/2025 08:52

I like Triggernometry. They do actually listen to their guests, have a good variety of types and aren't trying to ram their own views down people's necks. Plus I have a strange crush on Konstantin Kisin. Quite fit.

I cannot stand The Rest is Politics. Utter condescending claptrap. Rory Stewart in particular. Why people like them I do not know.

HunnyPot · 17/07/2025 08:51

I can’t stand Diary of a CEO. A prime example of on idiots idea of what an intelligent person is. I’m surprise you listen.

EileenBilton · 17/07/2025 08:49

Wetcappuccino · 17/07/2025 08:11

Decoding the Gurus podcast is great for discussing these “secular gurus” who are so prevalent on the podcast circuit e.g. Weinstein, Bartlett, J. Peterson and Shetty. Often male but with a few notable exceptions. Two very personable and knowledgeable academics host and it is funny - although some of the episodes are long. They did a recent episode on Matthew McConaghey’s new life coaching venture which made me cringe myself inside out!

The bongos!

Absentmindedsmile · 17/07/2025 08:48

Teachingquestion · 17/07/2025 07:22

Just watching diary of a ceo and Eric weinstein is on. Its impossible to watch. Two men so convinced of their own intelligence they are just sort of talking in platitudes and smiling at each other as if they are so intelligent.
Uggghhhh

😂 totally agree. I can’t bear any of these prolific podcasts, men or women. They’re simply an extension of these people’s self-obsessed ness. Another example of the egocentric society we live in. Me me me. It’s all about me. I’ll pretend I care / am interested in a teeny bit about you. But then I’ll bring it back to me. 🤢

yellowdress34 · 17/07/2025 08:48

I watched that podcast the other day, and I don't think it is representative of Stephen's (CEO) usual guests and discussions.

Just read the majority of comments on this particular guest, EW. He is very convoluted, the archetypal conversational Riddler, who speaks a lot says little, and seems to enjoy eliciting confused responses from his interlocutors to prove his superior intelligence.

I've watched many of Stephen's interviews and, despite his business and financial success, he's never struck me as being convinced of his own intelligence or superior in any way. He's always very enquiring and seems genuinely interested in learning new information and considering different perspectives.

However, I do agree with you overall about men and how they come across in their podcasts.

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Teachingquestion · 17/07/2025 08:46

myplace · 17/07/2025 08:25

This has turned into a good thread for finding good podcasts!

I must say, I start with what’s on R4. That tends to be informative and entertaining.

I'll look for these - loads of good recs on here

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