Helen's Log

Audio Always

Helen’s Log is a weekly audio diary from Helen Bauer - a 30-something-year-old Londoner trying (and often failing) to make sense of life. It’s a space to catch up, ramble, overshare, and document the weird little things that make up her week. From deep dives into Ancient Greece to holidays in Alicante. From Helen’s latest obsession with essential oils to rewatching My Big Fat Greek Wedding for the hundredth time. Think of it as a diary without the hand cramps or spelling stress.  Don’t be surprised if friend, family or foe decide to drop in to keep Helen on her toes, or just laugh at the latest entry in the Log, but this is mostly about Helen logging life as it comes, with all the tangents, distractions, and mild existential crises along the way. It’s honest, it’s chaotic, and it’s one day destined to be studied by social scientists - or at least re-listened to by Helen on her deathbed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 19. Resolutions, Rides, Romance

    3D AGO

    19. Resolutions, Rides, Romance

    Happy new year! It’s our first episode of 2026 and we’re here to soothe your hangovers and chat resolutions.   So let’s start the year with a bang and talk dating with intention, being chill as f*ck, joyriding and those all important big shops.  We can’t wait for the year ahead with you, here’s to 2026! Email us! helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, David Hunter, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Gemma, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, River, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  2. 18. Christmas, Cheese, Christingles

    12/25/2025

    18. Christmas, Cheese, Christingles

    Merry Christmas one and all! Santa’s been and Call the Midwife is nearly on the telly. We hope you’re having a wonderful day full of mince pies and cheer. Come celebrate with us as we discuss gifts, Christmas dinner, families, a Santa phobia and disappearing dads.  Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Soho Theatre Tickets https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Get tickets to Alison’s tour: http://alisonspittle.com/ Follow Alison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonspittle/?hl=en Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, David Hunter, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Gemma, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, River, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  3. 17. Mary, Middle Names, Myrrh with (the return of) Alison Spittle

    12/18/2025

    17. Mary, Middle Names, Myrrh with (the return of) Alison Spittle

    It’s nearly Christmas so this week we’re bad mouthing King Herod and discussing the Nativity at length. Better yet, we have dear friend of the pod Alison Spittle back to help us. You can look forward to bitching about the three wise men and getting the part of Mary. There’s also some theatre recommendations along the way. Email us! helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon https://www.patreon.com/helenslog Or watch full episodes on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer Helen’s Soho Theatre Tickets https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/ Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Get tickets to Alison’s tour: http://alisonspittle.com/ Follow Alison on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alisonspittle/?hl=en Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, David Hunter, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Gemma, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, River, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 3m
  4. 16.⁠ ⁠Bedtime, Builders, Brains

    12/11/2025

    16.⁠ ⁠Bedtime, Builders, Brains

    Come shopping at Claire’s Accessories with us while we discuss what pyjamas we’re wearing, our unfortunate spotify wrapped, advocating for yourself and emotional intelligence. You can also expect a detailed account of Helen’s countryside weekend and why we still hate Hilary’s blinds.  Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Soho Theatre Tickets https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Gemma, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, River, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    59 min
  5. 15.⁠ ⁠Hobbies, Hips, Hostels with Lara Ricote

    12/04/2025

    15.⁠ ⁠Hobbies, Hips, Hostels with Lara Ricote

    It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas and what better way to kick it off than with the perfect gift, our guest Lara Ricote. We’ve got song covers, steaks, first grinds, an unfortunate Murphy bed incident and travelling tales with a magic man or two.  And if one guest wasn’t exciting enough we have a very special drop in from dear friend of the pod, the fantastic Amy Anette! Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Soho Theatre Tickets https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Lara’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/lararicote?igsh=bGVha2U0NmY0MXJp Tickets to Amy’s Show https://sohotheatre.com/events/amy-annette-busy-body/ Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Lucy, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  6. 14. Pigeons, Pirates, Pokemon with James Acaster 

    11/27/2025

    14. Pigeons, Pirates, Pokemon with James Acaster 

    This week we’re going back to school with James Acaster and we could not be more excited about it. Come and reminisce with us about school politics, trips, mischief and much more. Of course there’s an armpit ordeal and a lengthy discussion about christian rock bands along the way. And a sneak preview to our extra patreon episode too.. Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Soho Theatre Tickets - https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Buy our Helen’s Log merch! https://visualanticsapparel.com/collections/helens-log-podcast Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Lucy, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m
  7. 13.⁠ ⁠Sister Act, Socks, Sam Ryder

    11/20/2025

    13.⁠ ⁠Sister Act, Socks, Sam Ryder

    It’s been a real tester of a morning and it’s going to be one of those episodes. We’ve got stuff in our eyes but we’re still standing, and doing a podcast, somehow. Not all heroes wear capes. This week we’re talking musicals, wearing thermals, divorced (and nudist) grandparents, parties, soup and pure chaos.  Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Tour Tickets - https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Lucy, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    57 min
  8. 12. Premier Inn, Poirot, Pimples

    11/13/2025

    12. Premier Inn, Poirot, Pimples

    Today we’re taking a tour of the airport including an exclusive trip to the Easy Jet hotel. So grab your dream matte mouse and pop some pimples with us as we discuss the beauty myth and whether Willy Wonka would be cancelled.  And a patreon episode preview for you... Email us!  helenslogpodcast@gmail.com To hear more join Patreon  https://www.patreon.com/helenslog  Or watch full episodes on YouTube  https://www.youtube.com/@HelenBaBauer Helen’s Instagram https://www.instagram.com/helenbabauer  Helen’s Tour Tickets - https://www.helenbauer.co.uk/  Please don’t forget to give us 5 stars wherever you hear your podcasts and recommend us to your friends. Thank to our sweet Loggys and of course all the LOGGERS: Aisling McGlinchey, Alex McPugh, Amy Fitzgerald, Amy Sheppered, Anthony Conway, Asa, Bonnie Drough, Catriona Windsor, Charley, Charlie T, Charlotte Weemes, Claire Owen-Jones, Claire Scott, Chris S, Daisy Longshaw, Dean Michael,Dom W-D, Dougie Robertson, Dylan Moorhead, Ellen Watson, Emilie, Emma, Fayt Grady, Helen A, Jack Blomfield, James Goulding, Jan, Jen Aitken, Jessica Allan, Jessica Birch, Jocelyn Hughes, Josie Perkins, Kate Thompson, Kathryn, Kelly C, Klo, Leah Overend, Lisa Gee, Lizzi Fort, Lucy, Luke Bright, Meg Hamilton, Melissa, Natalie Ford, Neil Redmond, Niki stefannof, Noëlle Bucher, Olivia, Peter New, Rachel, Rachel smith, Rebecca Locke, Rochelle Harker, Sadie Cashmore, Sally Galula, Sammie Duke, Sarah Bell, Sarah Deakin, Serena Painting, Simon Moores, Sooby Lynch, Sophie, Sophie Chivers, Stefanie Catracchia, Steven Chicken, Tamsyne Smith-Harding, Tina Linsey, Trina McTsai  This episode features Holly De Angelis as Producer and was edited by Oli Seymour for Audio Always. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min
5
out of 5
17 Ratings

About

Helen’s Log is a weekly audio diary from Helen Bauer - a 30-something-year-old Londoner trying (and often failing) to make sense of life. It’s a space to catch up, ramble, overshare, and document the weird little things that make up her week. From deep dives into Ancient Greece to holidays in Alicante. From Helen’s latest obsession with essential oils to rewatching My Big Fat Greek Wedding for the hundredth time. Think of it as a diary without the hand cramps or spelling stress.  Don’t be surprised if friend, family or foe decide to drop in to keep Helen on her toes, or just laugh at the latest entry in the Log, but this is mostly about Helen logging life as it comes, with all the tangents, distractions, and mild existential crises along the way. It’s honest, it’s chaotic, and it’s one day destined to be studied by social scientists - or at least re-listened to by Helen on her deathbed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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