Hiya Babs

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Hiya, Babs is the show that has everything. Each episode, we share about our lives, music, movies and pretty much whatever we want, really. Are we like all the other podcasts out there? Probably! Will it make you laugh? Yes! Is our chat chaotic? Also Yes! Every episode, we want to share good news stories since there is so much sadness and heartache in the world right now. So if you have a good news story, want us to wish you happy birthday, or anything. Let us know!

  1. Where are the chavvy ghosts?

    19.09.2025

    Where are the chavvy ghosts?

    September’s flying and so are our moods: cooler days, a harvest-moon reset, candles, incense and a little sage to clear the cobwebs. We dive into spirituality—full-moon feelings, visits to a medium, and those goosebump moments when loved ones seem to break through with oddly specific messages. That leads us to ghosts (why are they always Victorian?), belief vs. scepticism, and the strange comfort of the unknown. Then it’s trend talk and the collective ick: everything being called “viral,” matcha mania, novelty trinkets dangling from handbags, and band tees for bands you’ve never actually listened to. From there we segue into comfort > dress codes: hoodies, baggy jeans, breathable fabrics, why ties are on the decline, and a heartfelt ode to the confidence of wearing a kilt (plus some, erm, seasonal practicality). Public-space pet peeves get an airing—slow walkers, path-blockers, and tiny humans running the supermarket self-checkout like it’s Mission Control. We also debate pet cafés: cute in theory, but what about animal welfare and hygiene? On the culture front, we share what’s in our ears and on our screens: pure-pop that’s great for running, a face-melting metal collab, G Flip’s 80s-synth vibe, and Emarosa’s latest. TV chat ranges from Traitors Island and Australian renovation chaos (The Block) to Kim’s Convenience and a tour of Real Housewives (Potomac supremacy, Sydney drama, London launch). We also recommend the bite-size sci-fi gem Upload for easy, end-of-day watching. Reading corner: one of us is deep into a book that’s turned surprisingly mystical—in the best way. We close with cosy autumn plans—a seaside weekend, family (and Murray the dog) time—and a burst of good-news stories: progress on diabetes treatment, smarter waste-to-energy, ocean-safe plastics, a huge new koala park, a giraffe learning to use an inhaler, butterfly numbers ticking up, and even a “lost” shark species rediscovered. Expect laughs, a little woo-woo, a little rant, and a lot of comfy-season energy.

    47 Min.
  2. Pumpkin Spice Gays, Earworms and Just Don’t Be A Dick. Part 2

    05.09.2025

    Pumpkin Spice Gays, Earworms and Just Don’t Be A Dick. Part 2

    A warm-and-spicy ep that swerves from nostalgia to nuance. We kick off with iconic ad jingles (Bodyform power ballads, Iron-Bru “made in Scotland from girders,” and rogue double-glazing earworms) before slipping into full autumn mode: candles, chai, cozy darkness and the eternal “when does autumn actually start?” debate. Then we get serious: free speech vs harm in the wake of Graham Linehan’s arrest, why “opinions” aren’t a licence for hate, and how allyship needs boundaries so we don’t burn out. We unpack sex ed (LGBTQIA+, asexuality, Scotland vs England curricula, and why porn ≠ education), friendship deal-breakers vs healthy challenge, and privilege inside the LGBTQ+ community. We round it out with wholesome recs (Traitors UK/Ireland, Upload, Fisk), music we’re loving (Sabrina Carpenter, SEMA/SMAT, Paramore/Hayley Williams, The Beaches) and a feel-good news blitz (tiny-home village for older women, Netherlands’ shelter success, school kindness closet). Heavy to light, with giggles in between—classic Hiya Babs.

    28 Min.
  3. Pumpkin Spice Gays, Earworms and Just Don’t Be A Dick. Part 1

    05.09.2025

    Pumpkin Spice Gays, Earworms and Just Don’t Be A Dick. Part 1

    A warm-and-spicy ep that swerves from nostalgia to nuance. We kick off with iconic ad jingles (Bodyform power ballads, Iron-Bru “made in Scotland from girders,” and rogue double-glazing earworms) before slipping into full autumn mode: candles, chai, cozy darkness and the eternal “when does autumn actually start?” debate. Then we get serious: free speech vs harm in the wake of Graham Linehan’s arrest, why “opinions” aren’t a licence for hate, and how allyship needs boundaries so we don’t burn out. We unpack sex ed (LGBTQIA+, asexuality, Scotland vs England curricula, and why porn ≠ education), friendship deal-breakers vs healthy challenge, and privilege inside the LGBTQ+ community. We round it out with wholesome recs (Traitors UK/Ireland, Upload, Fisk), music we’re loving (Sabrina Carpenter, SEMA/SMAT, Paramore/Hayley Williams, The Beaches) and a feel-good news blitz (tiny-home village for older women, Netherlands’ shelter success, school kindness closet). Heavy to light, with giggles in between—classic Hiya Babs.

    36 Min.
  4. The Hamster, The Flag and The Phallic Painting

    29.08.2025

    The Hamster, The Flag and The Phallic Painting

    In this week’s Hiya Babs, Chris and Lee drift from bizarre dreams and sleepwalking tales into a very real conversation about patriotism, flags, and the rise of toxic nationalism. From giant hamsters in hamster balls to Paddington as the ultimate immigrant icon, they unpack how symbols like the Union Jack have been twisted into emblems of hate, and what that means for LGBTQ+ people and migrants in today’s UK. The chat balances heavy with light: there’s book talk (witch trials in Scotland, cats in space, grief counselling reads), a sprinkling of good news stories (Taylor Swift’s engagement, gender-role-swapping schools in Iceland, recycling wins), and the odd curveball about painting with your penis. Basically—classic Hiya Babs: equal parts funny, thoughtful, and a bit chaotic.

    51 Min.
  5. Licking TV's, Dying and Suckling On Nessies Nectar - Part 2

    22.08.2025

    Licking TV's, Dying and Suckling On Nessies Nectar - Part 2

    Ever licked a static telly? We have (sort of). This week we tackle fizzy water crimes, midlife chaos, mushroom pod coffins, and whether we’d rather come back as a majestic cedar or a haunted Halloween tree. Add in rants about body image, Nessie’s nectar, and Scottish tap water being elite – and you’ve got another fun filled episode of Hiya Babs. Part 2! (becasue you can'y shut us up!)

    31 Min.
  6. Licking TV's, Dying and suckling on Nessies Nectar - Part 1

    22.08.2025

    Licking TV's, Dying and suckling on Nessies Nectar - Part 1

    Ever licked a static telly? We have (sort of). This week we tackle fizzy water crimes, midlife chaos, mushroom pod coffins, and whether we’d rather come back as a majestic cedar or a haunted Halloween tree. Add in rants about body image, Nessie’s nectar, and Scottish tap water being elite – and you’ve got another fun filled episode of Hiya Babs

    42 Min.
  7. Dinosaurs, Dictators and Donna Summer

    15.08.2025

    Dinosaurs, Dictators and Donna Summer

    It starts with The Simpsons and somehow ends with prehistoric beasts, Taylor Swift’s love life, and the perils of modern politics. In between, Chris and Lee take on toxic masculinity, the state of allyship, and why finding a good news story in 2025 is harder than spotting a velociraptor. Expect laughs, a few soapbox moments, and a lot of laughs along the way.

    59 Min.
  8. Red bush, soggy biscuits and the truth about neurodiversity

    23.05.2025

    Red bush, soggy biscuits and the truth about neurodiversity

    In this episode, Chris and Lee are joined by the brilliant and refreshingly honest Nathyn. Fresh off his 40th birthday and proudly owning his identity as a combined ADHDer, Nathyn takes us on a journey from the corporate grind to carving out his own path in diversity and inclusion — with a special focus on neurodiversity. He opens up about getting diagnosed later in life, years of masking, and the “aha” moments that led him to become a passionate advocate and start his own consultancy. But it’s not all deep reflection — expect some spicy takes too. Together, the trio dive into what’s really going wrong in corporate D&I efforts. From performative “tick-box” exercises to the hollow fanfare around calendar dates like Black History Month, nothing’s off-limits. Their message? Stop the surface-level stuff. Instead, look inward, do the work, and recognize the incredible (and often hidden) neurodiverse talent already in your workplace. Oh and we can't forget about a memorable 'what are you dunking' anecdote!

    58 Min.
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Hiya, Babs is the show that has everything. Each episode, we share about our lives, music, movies and pretty much whatever we want, really. Are we like all the other podcasts out there? Probably! Will it make you laugh? Yes! Is our chat chaotic? Also Yes! Every episode, we want to share good news stories since there is so much sadness and heartache in the world right now. So if you have a good news story, want us to wish you happy birthday, or anything. Let us know!

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  • Erstellt von
    Chris and Lee
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    2020 - 2025
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