Just Jodes

In this episode, we’re diving into a topic that seems to pop up even more often than Christmas chocolates: choosing not to have children — and why that choice is every bit as valid as choosing to have them.I’m sharing my own reasons for being happily child-free, from the practical to the personal to the “no, Karen, I’m genuinely fine, I promise.” We’ll talk about the pressure millennials face, the assumptions people make, and how exhausting it is to constantly defend a life choice that hurts no one.I also get into why friends, family, and well-meaning relatives need to mind their business — especially during family gatherings where the questions come thick and fast — and how respecting someone’s choice is the bare minimum of loving them.Whether you’re child-free by choice, child-free for now, or simply trying to understand someone who is, this episode is all about honesty, autonomy, and giving people the space to design a life that actually fits them.It’s real, it’s a bit ranty (in a cute way), and it’s a reminder that boundaries are a gift — and not just at Christmas.

Sometimes the hardest kind of self-love is walking away — even from people you genuinely care about. In this first episode of Just Jodes, we’re diving into the messy world of toxic friendships, draining family dynamics, and those relationships that leave you feeling like you’ve run an emotional marathon you never signed up for.We’ll chat about the red flags we ignore (because same), why “but they’re family” isn’t a free pass for bad behaviour, and how to set boundaries that actually protect your peace — without drowning in guilt afterwards.This one’s for the people pleasers, the over-givers, the “maybe it’s me?” thinkers, and anyone who’s realised that loving someone doesn’t mean you have to keep them in your life forever.It’s honest, comforting, slightly unhinged (in a fun way), and the perfect way to kick off this new era of the podcast 💛

A quick Trailer to introduce the new and imrpoved podcast which has been rebranded from "The Lonely Londoner" to "Just Jodes"

Hi Everyone and welcome to episode 5.This has been quite a difficult week for me, my housemate who I moved in with 4 months ago has decided that she doesn't want to live with someone anymore. (It's her flat). This means that by the end of November if I haven't found somewhere to move to - I will be homeless AGAIN! BUT I've decided to be grateful for this new spanner in the works, this new Lemon to add to all the other lemons that life has given me. In fact, I'm going to perfect the world's best lemonade and get through this like a champ! If you'd like to email me:thelonelylondoner@outlook.comInstagram: @thelonelylondonerpodMusic: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

Hello, and welcome to The Lonely Londoner - A podcast which is basically just my stream of consciousness, whenever I feel like recording it. In this episode, I talk about implementing small changes in my life, which have made a big impact. I talk about the concept that "Anything worth doing, is worth doing poorly" (clearly something I implement when it comes to my upload schedule)The example I'm using in this episode is about myself, my health, and my weight, If this topic is sensitive to you, then perhaps proceed with caution. I decided to record this one at midnight when it's about a million degrees out, so just know that whilst I was recording this I had to turn my fan off (you're welcome) but I was also using a wet towel to try and stay cool - not relevant to the episode - just keeping it real. For any questions/ comments or business inquiries reach out here:Insta: thelonelylondonerpodEmail: thelonelylondoner@outlook.comMusic: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com

When I moved to London to do my apprenticeship, I didn't anticipate how difficult it would be to find somewhere to live.Join me on the journey to finding the perfect pad.If you'd like to contact me about the show or to share your story you can find me here:Email: thelonelylondoner@outlook.comInstagram: thelonelylondonerpodMusic: Savour The Moment by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.com