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In the week we angered the TikTok Men Rights Activists again, Abi and Charlie discuss the latest dystopian film ‘Civil War’, the era of hot rodent boyfriends and discuss whether they are rat-faced or pig-faced.Plus, they discuss the unnecessary reactions to Luke Newton’s girlfriend reveal and the cult of the week that has captured the tweens of the Western 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 podcast.LINKSThe hot rodent boyfriend era Actors on Actors clip and analysis Bridgerton lip reading video

On the week that Nigel Farage got milkshaked, Abi and Charlie discuss Rupert Murdoch’s FIFTH marriage, why men with money are the real apex predator and why Love Island needs to give it a rest.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.LINKSMillionaire owes £48k for demolition of 'man cave'Rupert Murdoch and his fifth wife, Elena Zhukova North West performing at the Lion King 30th Anniversary

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.LINKSGlenn Kitson sharing Donald Trump look-a-likeGeri Halliwell’s caption blunder

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.LINKSAllison Bornstein’s new bookThe Wake Up Call - Beth O'LearyThe Guardian Silent Haicut articleRise and Fall of the Samba - Inside Retail

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.LINKSBTS of Zendaya on Challengers Jack Edwards explaining the Met Gala 2024 themeVogue’s Best Dressed of Met Gala 2024

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.LINKSWilly Wonka Experience in LA

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.LINKSSharon Osbourne’s statementSabrina Carpenter and Barry Keoghan at CoachellaThe Clearing Ending a Friendship Over Taylor Swift

On the agenda this week, Abi and Charlie discuss the difference between British and American wedding culture, the “3 relationship theory” and introduce the phrase “Young Hot Wife”.Plus, they discuss the noughties fashion trends gone by, the battle between trend and timeless and they share excitement for Lady Gaga in the new Joker film (but how far will she go to win an Oscar?). 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.LINKSThe Ballet SneakersThe Skirt Trousers are from WEEKDAY, not UO“Classic is not timeless” videoJoker: Folie à Deux teaser trailer