18 episodes
The Listen Astrid
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- Society & Culture
The Listen is a weekly conversation between friends and colleagues, Abi Gibson and Charlie Perry, who share their observations and overanalysis of pop culture, current affairs, and their own lives. Think of it as a nostalgic, glossy magazine but a lot less toxic and with a lot more intellect.
Founder of Astrid Productions, Charlie, and Senior Producer, Abi, have been producing your favourite podcasts for years but now they’re in front of the mic. Each week they gather three stories to keep you in the know about the things that matter and crucially… the things that don’t.
A Studio Astrid Production.
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The latest pop princess feud and why we’re sick of it
This week, Charlie and Abi discuss what’s going on in the world of pop music with an intense battle for top of the charts and fan girl over the cast for Knives Out 3.
Plus, Charlie recommends a new Apple TV show (shock) and the girls recap the latest news from ‘WTF is happening in America’ with Donald Trump’s guilty verdict.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid podcast.
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Glenn Kitson sharing Donald Trump look-a-likeGeri Halliwell’s caption blunder
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Chat-free hair salon: rude or heaven?
Charlie and Abi start off with a unique ice breaker before sharing their thoughts on part 1 of Bridgerton season 3.
The girls discuss the cheek of Netflix of dropping new series in two parts, why we need to normalise not finishing books and Charlie shares Gen Z’s reaction to the 90s TV staple of Sex and the City.
Plus, Abi discusses chat free hair salons and the generational debate on whether they’re an entitled ask or a overdue request.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
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Allison Bornstein’s new bookThe Wake Up Call - Beth O'LearyThe Guardian Silent Haicut articleRise and Fall of the Samba - Inside Retail
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I’ve never wanted to be a Churro before
This week features a serious overanalysis of Challengers (only proper spoilers at 29:25 - 31:03).
Charlie and Abi discuss Challengers' female power fantasy and how they nailed the tennis elements. Plus, they discuss Met Gala misconceptions and the hilarious backstory to Anne Hathaway’s new romcom.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
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BTS of Zendaya on Challengers Jack Edwards explaining the Met Gala 2024 themeVogue’s Best Dressed of Met Gala 2024
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Barbra Streisand's immunity to cancellation
This week, Abi brings a surprise story which features the glow up of the century, Charlie explains why digital cameras are having a comeback and the pair dissect the Streisand effect Ms Barbra has had on Ozempic this week.
Plus, they share some TV, book and film recommendations – did someone say “SEX AND TENNIS”?
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
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Willy Wonka Experience in LA
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Drowning in double standards
After a tiny weather-related breakdown, Abi and Charlie are discussing Baby Reindeer, the ethics of filming women on nights out and Harvey Weinstein’s overturned conviction.
Plus, if you’re not familiar with some of the deeper meanings of Taylor Swift’s new album, we’ve got some tea that the neutral fans would never know.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
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BBC article: Manchester nightlife videos: Women 'feel unsafe' after being secretly filmed
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Coachella Cringe and Swiftie Breakups
Abi recounts the incredible takedown executed by Sharon Osbourne this week and Charlie offers her controversial opinion on Coachella.
They discuss why the festival should have ended after Beyoncé headlined, what the pair think we’ll be cringing about in 10 years and why Taylor Swift is breaking up female friendships around the world.
You can find us at @thelisten_, @abigib, @imcharlieperry and send us a love letter here for us to read out next week.
This is an Astrid Productions podcast.
LINKS
Sharon Osbourne’s statementSabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan at CoachellaThe Clearing Ending a Friendship Over Taylor Swift
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