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]]> true Heaven Podcast welcometoheavenpodcast@gmail.com 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 welcome-to-heaven episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0/1733479364766-3a4d0a85-e1f8-4341-b3a2-93659df3b7aa.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven Heaven #27 Unboxing Nostalgia: collectibles, toys and capitalist dreams #27 Unboxing Nostalgia: collectibles, toys and capitalist dreams Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:00:00 GMT 27:59 68c7e343c5a5560eaccda5c2 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/27-unboxing-nostalgia-collectibles-toys-and-capitalist-dream 68c7e343c5a5560eaccda5c2 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 27-unboxing-nostalgia-collectibles-toys-and-capitalist-dream full 2 27 Mystery boxes, collectible plushies, $100 keychains and the infamous labubus have taken internet by a storm and counterintuitively, the target consumer isn’t children - it’s adults.

In an age where life-changing milestones such as buying a property have become unattainable to an average 20-something, we turn to more accessible “luxuries” to signify our material status and give us (if only a very brief) sense of accomplishment.

In this episode we explore how toys have fallen into this category of small luxuries and explore how this phenomenon reflects the current economic state and public sentiment towards wealth and material possessions.


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]]> Mystery boxes, collectible plushies, $100 keychains and the infamous labubus have taken internet by a storm and counterintuitively, the target consumer isn’t children - it’s adults.

In an age where life-changing milestones such as buying a property have become unattainable to an average 20-something, we turn to more accessible “luxuries” to signify our material status and give us (if only a very brief) sense of accomplishment.

In this episode we explore how toys have fallen into this category of small luxuries and explore how this phenomenon reflects the current economic state and public sentiment towards wealth and material possessions.


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]]> #26 Democratisation or devaluation? The politics of fame in the age of social media #26 Democratisation or devaluation? The politics of fame in the age of social media Thu, 22 May 2025 12:15:00 GMT 37:12 682ce5f26511fe0dd51abd48 false https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/26-democratisation-or-devaluation-the-politics-of-fame 682ce5f26511fe0dd51abd48 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 26-democratisation-or-devaluation-the-politics-of-fame full 2 26 Once upon a time, fame was reserved for the few - actors, pop stars and super models graced us from the glossy pages of Cosmo and occasionally waved at us from the TV screens. Fast forward to today, your ex’s cousin just landed a brand deal for filming her morning matcha routine and a random girl from your secondary school just got invited to fashion week.


Social media has democratised fame to an extent we never thought possible. The once unattainable red carpet dream seems just one step away - just keep posting often enough.


So many celebs have sprung to fame that they’ve become a social class of their own, but in the age where almost anyone can have their 15 seconds of stardom, is anyone a star anymore?


This week, we untangle the fame hierarchy, from Oscar-winners to TikTok queens and wonder what truly defines a celebrity. Is it about talent, taste, or just who got there first? Does democratisation equal devaluation, or is the uber-famous club so exclusive no outsider can join the vip section?

Tune in to find out!


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]]> Once upon a time, fame was reserved for the few - actors, pop stars and super models graced us from the glossy pages of Cosmo and occasionally waved at us from the TV screens. Fast forward to today, your ex’s cousin just landed a brand deal for filming her morning matcha routine and a random girl from your secondary school just got invited to fashion week.


Social media has democratised fame to an extent we never thought possible. The once unattainable red carpet dream seems just one step away - just keep posting often enough.


So many celebs have sprung to fame that they’ve become a social class of their own, but in the age where almost anyone can have their 15 seconds of stardom, is anyone a star anymore?


This week, we untangle the fame hierarchy, from Oscar-winners to TikTok queens and wonder what truly defines a celebrity. Is it about talent, taste, or just who got there first? Does democratisation equal devaluation, or is the uber-famous club so exclusive no outsider can join the vip section?

Tune in to find out!


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]]> #25 Always falling behind: chasing greatness in the age of cynicism #25 Always falling behind: chasing greatness in the age of cynicism Tue, 13 May 2025 07:00:00 GMT 41:25 681f0b7bca72734652824fd0 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/25-always-falling-behind-chasing-greatness-in-the-age-of-cyn 681f0b7bca72734652824fd0 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 25-always-falling-behind-chasing-greatness-in-the-age-of-cyn full 2 25 When Timothée Chalamet proclaimed his dream of being ‘one of the greats,’ the internet swooned — but what does it even mean to want to be great? Raised on a steady diet of romcoms and Disney films our generation was promised we could be anything - our main character syndrome flourished. But somewhere between unpaid bills, unemployment crisis and the never ending online popularity contest the whole idea started to feel more like a pipe dream.


In a world where success is measured in followers and selling your youth to land on the Forbes 30 under 30 list is the epitome of living your life to the fullest - is there still space for healthy greatness? This week, we peel back the pressure, unpack the privilege, and ask: what if greatness isn’t a title — but a feeling?


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]]> When Timothée Chalamet proclaimed his dream of being ‘one of the greats,’ the internet swooned — but what does it even mean to want to be great? Raised on a steady diet of romcoms and Disney films our generation was promised we could be anything - our main character syndrome flourished. But somewhere between unpaid bills, unemployment crisis and the never ending online popularity contest the whole idea started to feel more like a pipe dream.


In a world where success is measured in followers and selling your youth to land on the Forbes 30 under 30 list is the epitome of living your life to the fullest - is there still space for healthy greatness? This week, we peel back the pressure, unpack the privilege, and ask: what if greatness isn’t a title — but a feeling?


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]]> #24 Scrolling through chaos: the crisis of social media #24 Scrolling through chaos: the crisis of social media Thu, 17 Apr 2025 11:30:00 GMT 1:04:13 67fd4a55a4e5cd8eba0dcd23 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/24-scrolling-through-chaos-the-crisis-of-social-media 67fd4a55a4e5cd8eba0dcd23 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 24-scrolling-through-chaos-the-crisis-of-social-media full 2 24 There was a time when logging on social media meant, reconnecting with your online friends, sharing the sandwich you had for lunch and checking the comments on you retrica-filtered holiday photos?


Today, social media is omni present, accompanying us in every moment and yet it feels more distant and impersonal than ever. In a time when one post can earn more than a year of work in an office, it is no wonder that the platforms have become a full time job for many.

In this episode, we meet with Mónica, tattoo artist and foreced-to-be influencer, who relies on social media to promote her work. From Meta monopolising buying the entirety of the internet, Twitter morphing into Musk’s personal megaphone, and TikTok caught in the crosshairs of political agendas we discuss what went wrong with our beloved apps.


We revisit, tumblr dashboards, the six-second fever dream that was Vine and discuss what the future holds for social media.

So join us, and our guest as we ask the ultimate existential question of the internet age: if we log off, do we even exist anymore?


Mónica’s socials:

IG @chaotic.tattoos

TikTok @chaotic.tattoos


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]]> There was a time when logging on social media meant, reconnecting with your online friends, sharing the sandwich you had for lunch and checking the comments on you retrica-filtered holiday photos?


Today, social media is omni present, accompanying us in every moment and yet it feels more distant and impersonal than ever. In a time when one post can earn more than a year of work in an office, it is no wonder that the platforms have become a full time job for many.

In this episode, we meet with Mónica, tattoo artist and foreced-to-be influencer, who relies on social media to promote her work. From Meta monopolising buying the entirety of the internet, Twitter morphing into Musk’s personal megaphone, and TikTok caught in the crosshairs of political agendas we discuss what went wrong with our beloved apps.


We revisit, tumblr dashboards, the six-second fever dream that was Vine and discuss what the future holds for social media.

So join us, and our guest as we ask the ultimate existential question of the internet age: if we log off, do we even exist anymore?


Mónica’s socials:

IG @chaotic.tattoos

TikTok @chaotic.tattoos


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]]> #23 Are women opting out on men? Exploring the rise of female-only spaces #23 Are women opting out on men? Exploring the rise of female-only spaces Fri, 11 Apr 2025 13:00:00 GMT 42:07 67f83e435302bfe44518d620 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/23-are-women-opting-out-on-men-exploring-the-rise-of-female 67f83e435302bfe44518d620 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 23-are-women-opting-out-on-men-exploring-the-rise-of-female full 2 23 When the world stops revolving around men, do they start spinning out? In a universe where men once dominated our lives, bank accounts, and romantic narratives, a shift is happening. Disillusioned with the male-dominated structures around them, women are not only rejecting them but dismantling them completely, creating female only spaces, rejecting heterosexual relationships and effectively decentralising men from their lives.


But what happens when the male ego meets female autonomy, is there any room left for a healthy dialogue or is the only response hatred and rage? In this episode we discuss where does this decentralisation stem from and whether it can pave the way to bridging the gender gap.


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]]> When the world stops revolving around men, do they start spinning out? In a universe where men once dominated our lives, bank accounts, and romantic narratives, a shift is happening. Disillusioned with the male-dominated structures around them, women are not only rejecting them but dismantling them completely, creating female only spaces, rejecting heterosexual relationships and effectively decentralising men from their lives.


But what happens when the male ego meets female autonomy, is there any room left for a healthy dialogue or is the only response hatred and rage? In this episode we discuss where does this decentralisation stem from and whether it can pave the way to bridging the gender gap.


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]]> #22 The Rise and Fall of the Selfie Stick: The origins of the influencer era #22 The Rise and Fall of the Selfie Stick: The origins of the influencer era Wed, 19 Mar 2025 14:00:00 GMT 36:40 67d807202dc3c43482b1559f true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/22-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-selfie-stick-the-origins-of-the- 67d807202dc3c43482b1559f 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 22-the-rise-and-fall-of-the-selfie-stick-the-origins-of-the- full 2 22 It’s 2012 and you’re on a family holiday in Paris with your family. You’re trying to take a picture of the Eiffel tower but all you can see is hundreds of metal poles with people’s phones glued to them. But you’re not worried. You take out your own selfie stick, extend it 1 meter long and take a bird’s eye view selfie with the fam. Does that sound familiar?


Today, although influencers are spread far and wide and self-content creation is more popular than ever, no one really talks about using a selfie stick anymore, although one could argue that it was the gadget that started it all. Is it because creating amateurish content simply isn’t cool anymore? In an era where content creation has become a professional sport for which you require at least 3 camera lenses, 2 lights and 3 tripods, perhaps there’s just no space for a humble selfie stick anymore. In this episode we discuss the cultural significance of this gadget and the wider thoughts around self-creation that it’s disappearance sparks.


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]]> It’s 2012 and you’re on a family holiday in Paris with your family. You’re trying to take a picture of the Eiffel tower but all you can see is hundreds of metal poles with people’s phones glued to them. But you’re not worried. You take out your own selfie stick, extend it 1 meter long and take a bird’s eye view selfie with the fam. Does that sound familiar?


Today, although influencers are spread far and wide and self-content creation is more popular than ever, no one really talks about using a selfie stick anymore, although one could argue that it was the gadget that started it all. Is it because creating amateurish content simply isn’t cool anymore? In an era where content creation has become a professional sport for which you require at least 3 camera lenses, 2 lights and 3 tripods, perhaps there’s just no space for a humble selfie stick anymore. In this episode we discuss the cultural significance of this gadget and the wider thoughts around self-creation that it’s disappearance sparks.


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]]> #21 Is he innocent or is he just hot? The Luigi Mangione craze #21 Is he innocent or is he just hot? The Luigi Mangione craze Fri, 31 Jan 2025 14:15:00 GMT 45:30 679c0352d8ce1ea6bb17b5eb true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/21-is-he-innocent-or-is-he-just-hot-the-luigi-mangione-craze 679c0352d8ce1ea6bb17b5eb 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 21-is-he-innocent-or-is-he-just-hot-the-luigi-mangione-craze full 2 21 How to get away with murder? Be attractive, apparently. The hottest (alleged) criminal of the moment - Luigi Mangione - has become TikTok’s latest heart throb. Whereas it’s because of the subject of his crime or his young age and good looks, he has been proclaimed the hero and martyr of the Gen Z population.


But why are women so attracted to him and other men who landed on the wrong side of the law? Perhaps it’s because they’re ambitious, driven and just get shit done? Or maybe because, behind bars, they’re finally not the ones in power? Tune in to this episode as we discuss the craze of the criminal and more!


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]]> How to get away with murder? Be attractive, apparently. The hottest (alleged) criminal of the moment - Luigi Mangione - has become TikTok’s latest heart throb. Whereas it’s because of the subject of his crime or his young age and good looks, he has been proclaimed the hero and martyr of the Gen Z population.


But why are women so attracted to him and other men who landed on the wrong side of the law? Perhaps it’s because they’re ambitious, driven and just get shit done? Or maybe because, behind bars, they’re finally not the ones in power? Tune in to this episode as we discuss the craze of the criminal and more!


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]]> #20 Back to the kitchen: how the Trad Wives took over the Internet #20 Back to the kitchen: how the Trad Wives took over the Internet Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:15:00 GMT 55:07 6789418a503792885d660fab true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/20-back-to-the-kitchen-how-the-trad-wives-took-over-the-inte 6789418a503792885d660fab 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 20-back-to-the-kitchen-how-the-trad-wives-took-over-the-inte full 2 20 Serene lighting, cottage core dress, soft voice and homemade butter are the perfect ingredients that make an online trad wife. These women have taken social media by a storm and amassed a faithful following. From lavishly overdressed Nara Smith to modestly clothed housewives all of them create aesthetic videos that glorify domestic labour with pretty cakes and floral dresses.


In this episode we discuss how the trad wife trend originated and what implications does it have for women worldwide.


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]]> Serene lighting, cottage core dress, soft voice and homemade butter are the perfect ingredients that make an online trad wife. These women have taken social media by a storm and amassed a faithful following. From lavishly overdressed Nara Smith to modestly clothed housewives all of them create aesthetic videos that glorify domestic labour with pretty cakes and floral dresses.


In this episode we discuss how the trad wife trend originated and what implications does it have for women worldwide.


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]]> A Heavenly Christmas: 25 Things We’ve Learned by 25 Pt. 2 A Heavenly Christmas: 25 Things We’ve Learned by 25 Pt. 2 Mon, 23 Dec 2024 14:30:19 GMT 35:07 67693cf5a5aeb35e7ce84069 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/a-heavenly-christmas-25-things-weve-learned-by-25-pt-2 67693cf5a5aeb35e7ce84069 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 a-heavenly-christmas-25-things-weve-learned-by-25-pt-2 bonus 2 19.5 Everyone knows that Christmas isn’t the same without an advent calendar. This year is special as we’re not only counting down 25 days of Christmas but also approaching 25 and both turning 25 years old! To mark this occasion, for each day of the advent we share one thing we’ve learned by 25. From silly life hacks to some profound thoughts, tune in for part two of this special episode!


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]]> Everyone knows that Christmas isn’t the same without an advent calendar. This year is special as we’re not only counting down 25 days of Christmas but also approaching 25 and both turning 25 years old! To mark this occasion, for each day of the advent we share one thing we’ve learned by 25. From silly life hacks to some profound thoughts, tune in for part two of this special episode!


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]]> A Heavenly Christmas: 25 Things We’ve Learned by 25 Pt. 1 A Heavenly Christmas: 25 Things We’ve Learned by 25 Pt. 1 Fri, 20 Dec 2024 14:15:48 GMT 39:53 676539d7b49c6255e8304eee true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/a-heavenly-christmas-25-things-weve-learned-by-25-pt-1 676539d7b49c6255e8304eee 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 a-heavenly-christmas-25-things-weve-learned-by-25-pt-1 bonus 2 19.5 Everyone knows that Christmas isn’t the same without an advent calendar. This year is special as we’re not only counting down 25 days of Christmas but also approaching 25 and both turning 25 years old! To mark this occasion, for each day of the advent we share one thing we’ve learned by 25. From silly life hacks to some profound thoughts, tune in while we overdose on the advent chocolates and share our wisdoms in the first part of this special episode!

Merry Xmas xx


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]]> Everyone knows that Christmas isn’t the same without an advent calendar. This year is special as we’re not only counting down 25 days of Christmas but also approaching 25 and both turning 25 years old! To mark this occasion, for each day of the advent we share one thing we’ve learned by 25. From silly life hacks to some profound thoughts, tune in while we overdose on the advent chocolates and share our wisdoms in the first part of this special episode!

Merry Xmas xx


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]]> Heaven Anniversary Special: Is it time to quit your job and move across the world? Heaven Anniversary Special: Is it time to quit your job and move across the world? Fri, 06 Dec 2024 14:15:25 GMT 48:13 6752ca916af55bd515165bc4 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/heaven-anniversary-special-is-it-time-to-quit-your-job-and-m 6752ca916af55bd515165bc4 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 heaven-anniversary-special-is-it-time-to-quit-your-job-and-m full 2 Are you tired of waking up in the dark, commuting to the office for almost an hour and spending 9+ hours staring at your screen only to go back home and doom scroll for an hour because you’re too tired to think about anything else? SAME


However, all hope is not gone. For our one year anniversary episode we talk to a special guest, Ola Żółkowska, who dropped her corporate career to move across the world and pursue her dreams. Spoiler alert? She’s doing better than ever. Tune in to this episode to find out why corporate grind isn’t for everyone and what are the alternatives 💼


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]]> Are you tired of waking up in the dark, commuting to the office for almost an hour and spending 9+ hours staring at your screen only to go back home and doom scroll for an hour because you’re too tired to think about anything else? SAME


However, all hope is not gone. For our one year anniversary episode we talk to a special guest, Ola Żółkowska, who dropped her corporate career to move across the world and pursue her dreams. Spoiler alert? She’s doing better than ever. Tune in to this episode to find out why corporate grind isn’t for everyone and what are the alternatives 💼


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]]> #19 Can a post save the world? The social activism dilemma #19 Can a post save the world? The social activism dilemma Thu, 28 Nov 2024 14:15:10 GMT 39:32 674862a0c313416238f435a4 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/19-can-a-post-save-the-world-the-social-activism-dilemma 674862a0c313416238f435a4 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 19-can-a-post-save-the-world-the-social-activism-dilemma full 1 19 You’re doom scrolling through instagram, memes, images of cute cats, and ads flood the screen in a constant stream of mildly stimulating chaos. Every now and then, a political commentary post on abortion rights or war casualties will pop up, you stop for a second, click “repost” and scroll over to another meme.


Social media has become one of the main sources of information for many people and so it’s no wonder that it has also become a medium to promote activist ideas. But can a post really save the world? Does social activism enact any change or is it just a means to appease our conscience? Tune in to this episode to find out!


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]]> You’re doom scrolling through instagram, memes, images of cute cats, and ads flood the screen in a constant stream of mildly stimulating chaos. Every now and then, a political commentary post on abortion rights or war casualties will pop up, you stop for a second, click “repost” and scroll over to another meme.


Social media has become one of the main sources of information for many people and so it’s no wonder that it has also become a medium to promote activist ideas. But can a post really save the world? Does social activism enact any change or is it just a means to appease our conscience? Tune in to this episode to find out!


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]]> Haunted Hearts: a Heaven Halloween with ghosts from the past Haunted Hearts: a Heaven Halloween with ghosts from the past Wed, 30 Oct 2024 19:00:31 GMT 1:02:12 672256b1ac49221b20d9ad29 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/haunted-hearts-a-heaven-halloween-with-ghosts-from-the-past 672256b1ac49221b20d9ad29 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 haunted-hearts-a-heaven-halloween-with-ghosts-from-the-past bonus 1 18.5 Who doesn’t have a skeleton in their closet or a ghost from the past haunting them in the most unexpected moments. In this Halloween special we share our spookiest dating stories, the unexpected jump scares and how to banish the evil spirits that don’t seem to leave us alone. Light a candle, make yourself a hot chocolate and enjoy!


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]]> Who doesn’t have a skeleton in their closet or a ghost from the past haunting them in the most unexpected moments. In this Halloween special we share our spookiest dating stories, the unexpected jump scares and how to banish the evil spirits that don’t seem to leave us alone. Light a candle, make yourself a hot chocolate and enjoy!


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]]> #18 This ended us: is ‘It Ends With Us’ the most controversial movie of the year? #18 This ended us: is ‘It Ends With Us’ the most controversial movie of the year? Fri, 25 Oct 2024 13:30:18 GMT 37:29 671b58cee1ae5a1f2824b23a true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/18-is-it-ends-with-us-the-most-controversial-movie 671b58cee1ae5a1f2824b23a 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 18-is-it-ends-with-us-the-most-controversial-movie full 1 18 Have you ever wondered what a hallmark movie and thriller crossover would look like? Look no further because watching “It Ends With Us” feels just like that.


Directed by Justin Baldoni, starring him and Serena Va… sorry, Blake Lively the movie follows a turbulent and eventually violent relationship of Lily Bloom - you guessed it - a florist, and Ryle, a hot neurosurgeon.


Although tackling the important and sensitive issue of domestic violence, the film and promotion of it falls flat to cover its sensitivity. In this review we discuss the reasons for the movies mixed reception from, plot development, through character building to Blake’s crazy outfits.


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]]> Have you ever wondered what a hallmark movie and thriller crossover would look like? Look no further because watching “It Ends With Us” feels just like that.


Directed by Justin Baldoni, starring him and Serena Va… sorry, Blake Lively the movie follows a turbulent and eventually violent relationship of Lily Bloom - you guessed it - a florist, and Ryle, a hot neurosurgeon.


Although tackling the important and sensitive issue of domestic violence, the film and promotion of it falls flat to cover its sensitivity. In this review we discuss the reasons for the movies mixed reception from, plot development, through character building to Blake’s crazy outfits.


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]]> #17 Are rodent men hot or are we just running out of options? The mysteries of the female gaze #17 Are rodent men hot or are we just running out of options? The mysteries of the female gaze Wed, 25 Sep 2024 13:30:59 GMT 35:49 66f3d64bdf6fe6a718132096 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/17-are-rodent-men-hot-or-are-we-just-running-out-of-options 66f3d64bdf6fe6a718132096 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 17-are-rodent-men-hot-or-are-we-just-running-out-of-options full 1 17 From Jeremy Allen White, through Mike Feist to Barry Koeghan, the rodent men have taken over the internet and the hearts of women. But what actually makes a man a rodent man and most importantly why is it attractive?


Rodent men are not the only male profile defined by social media girls in the recent years. Babygirls, Golden retriever boyfriends, hot chefs, all these groups are characterised by different traits that make them attractive for the female gaze.


In this episode we analyse how these social media archetypes come around and evolve and what implications can they have on the way we view men and how they perceive themselves.


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]]> From Jeremy Allen White, through Mike Feist to Barry Koeghan, the rodent men have taken over the internet and the hearts of women. But what actually makes a man a rodent man and most importantly why is it attractive?


Rodent men are not the only male profile defined by social media girls in the recent years. Babygirls, Golden retriever boyfriends, hot chefs, all these groups are characterised by different traits that make them attractive for the female gaze.


In this episode we analyse how these social media archetypes come around and evolve and what implications can they have on the way we view men and how they perceive themselves.


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]]> #16 Liberté, Égalité, Controversé: the Paris Olympics Drama Unpacked #16 Liberté, Égalité, Controversé: the Paris Olympics Drama Unpacked Fri, 13 Sep 2024 13:30:06 GMT 49:46 66e42cf0547e9546dff1effa true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/16-liberte-egalite-controverse-the-paris-olympics-drama 66e42cf0547e9546dff1effa 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 16-liberte-egalite-controverse-the-paris-olympics-drama full 1 16 Starting with Challengers, followed by the Euro Cup, and finishing off with the Olympic Games, it has been a very hot and sporty summer. However the 2024 Paris Games are serving more than just sports, sweat and rivalry - they’re providing even hotter drama.


From the logo mess, through a chaotic opening ceremony, many memes and let’s not forget Snoop Dogg’s unexpected cameo—Paris has it all. But which controversies have taken the gold medals? A shocking attack on an Algerian boxer mistaken for a trans woman, a convicted abuser playing volleyball as if nothing happened, the controversial female uniforms or Australia’s questionable performance in Breakdancing?


Tune in for a full unpacking of this year’s Olympic Games!


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]]> Starting with Challengers, followed by the Euro Cup, and finishing off with the Olympic Games, it has been a very hot and sporty summer. However the 2024 Paris Games are serving more than just sports, sweat and rivalry - they’re providing even hotter drama.


From the logo mess, through a chaotic opening ceremony, many memes and let’s not forget Snoop Dogg’s unexpected cameo—Paris has it all. But which controversies have taken the gold medals? A shocking attack on an Algerian boxer mistaken for a trans woman, a convicted abuser playing volleyball as if nothing happened, the controversial female uniforms or Australia’s questionable performance in Breakdancing?


Tune in for a full unpacking of this year’s Olympic Games!


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]]> #15 From the Playground to the Beauty Aisle: why are kids obsessed with skincare? #15 From the Playground to the Beauty Aisle: why are kids obsessed with skincare? Fri, 06 Sep 2024 13:30:22 GMT 41:06 66d98a3806792f68ecc118cd true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/15-from-the-playground-to-the-beauty-aisle 66d98a3806792f68ecc118cd 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 15-from-the-playground-to-the-beauty-aisle full 1 15 Foundation-stained containers, broken glass serum bottles, half empty skincare shelves, screams…CHAOS. That’s not a start to an apocalyptic horror movie, that’s todays Sephora.


Children and tweens have overtaken the beauty stores in search of expensive skincare. The question is what for? It’s quite obvious that a 10 year old doesn’t need a £100 anti ageing serum or skin brightening drops, so why has the skincare section become an equivalent of a toy store?


The rise of tween beauty influencers is a concerning phenomenon that has seen a roof rise in the past year. In this episode we discuss how this ‘trend’ came about and what its potential implications may be.


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]]> Foundation-stained containers, broken glass serum bottles, half empty skincare shelves, screams…CHAOS. That’s not a start to an apocalyptic horror movie, that’s todays Sephora.


Children and tweens have overtaken the beauty stores in search of expensive skincare. The question is what for? It’s quite obvious that a 10 year old doesn’t need a £100 anti ageing serum or skin brightening drops, so why has the skincare section become an equivalent of a toy store?


The rise of tween beauty influencers is a concerning phenomenon that has seen a roof rise in the past year. In this episode we discuss how this ‘trend’ came about and what its potential implications may be.


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]]> From Barbie to Brat: are we still doing hot girl summer? From Barbie to Brat: are we still doing hot girl summer? Mon, 29 Jul 2024 13:15:02 GMT 28:35 66a69bdf64c9287932d3587e true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/from-barbie-to-brat-are-we-still-doing-hot-girl-summer 66a69bdf64c9287932d3587e 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 from-barbie-to-brat-are-we-still-doing-hot-girl-summer bonus 1 14.5 Imagine this: it’s 30 degrees outside, the sun is shining, you’ve just got out of a cold shower and you’re getting ready with your friends to go to dinner in a little Italian town - tan is your makeup and sea salt your ultimate hair product… sounds dreamy doesn’t it?


In reality your sitting in a heavily air-conditioned office, drinking your fourth coffee, wondering what went wrong. Where did your hot girl summer days go?

In this episode we discuss the elusive nature of summer and the countless trends that come with it. We ask whether hot girl summer is still a thing and if so, does it still mean what it used to or did it simply rebrand into yet another ‘core’.


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]]> Imagine this: it’s 30 degrees outside, the sun is shining, you’ve just got out of a cold shower and you’re getting ready with your friends to go to dinner in a little Italian town - tan is your makeup and sea salt your ultimate hair product… sounds dreamy doesn’t it?


In reality your sitting in a heavily air-conditioned office, drinking your fourth coffee, wondering what went wrong. Where did your hot girl summer days go?

In this episode we discuss the elusive nature of summer and the countless trends that come with it. We ask whether hot girl summer is still a thing and if so, does it still mean what it used to or did it simply rebrand into yet another ‘core’.


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]]> #14 Open relationships: A necessary evolution or a convenient escape? #14 Open relationships: A necessary evolution or a convenient escape? Tue, 02 Jul 2024 13:15:15 GMT 34:23 668052a05cd64e8b86786378 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/14-open-relationships-a-necessary-evolution-or-a-convenient- 668052a05cd64e8b86786378 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 14-open-relationships-a-necessary-evolution-or-a-convenient- full 1 14 Is your partner away on a work trip? No problem, with the label ’open relationship’ you can now have sex with as many other people as you want, without paying the price of guilt. But be careful, terms and conditions may apply.


The recent years have seen a much more open discourse regarding non monogamy and open relationships than ever before. Browsing through dating apps, it’s almost more difficult to find a single than someone who’s already in “a committed and loving, ethical open relationship”.

Is this because we’re just more open to experiment in our love life or because in the age I’ve never ending consumerism, having one partner is just not good enough anymore?


Tune in to this episode to find the answer to this and many other questions!


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]]> Is your partner away on a work trip? No problem, with the label ’open relationship’ you can now have sex with as many other people as you want, without paying the price of guilt. But be careful, terms and conditions may apply.


The recent years have seen a much more open discourse regarding non monogamy and open relationships than ever before. Browsing through dating apps, it’s almost more difficult to find a single than someone who’s already in “a committed and loving, ethical open relationship”.

Is this because we’re just more open to experiment in our love life or because in the age I’ve never ending consumerism, having one partner is just not good enough anymore?


Tune in to this episode to find the answer to this and many other questions!


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]]> <![CDATA[#13 Is 'Challengers' the summer's hottest movie or a total miss?]]> Wed, 29 May 2024 13:30:53 GMT 41:13 66546f32c8708c001143d4f7 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/13-is-challengers-the-summers-hottest-movie-or-a-total-miss 66546f32c8708c001143d4f7 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 13-is-challengers-the-summers-hottest-movie-or-a-total-miss full 1 13 Passion, sex and drama is what Luca Guadagnino’s movie ‘Challengers’ set out to deliver. Hailed film of the summer before it even aired it amassed a crazy publicity, with tennis-core becoming one of the most trending online search.

But is it really as exciting as a good tennis game?

In this episode we share our thoughts on the film, untie the love triangle dynamics and wonder is there’s more to this film than just lots of sweat?


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]]> Passion, sex and drama is what Luca Guadagnino’s movie ‘Challengers’ set out to deliver. Hailed film of the summer before it even aired it amassed a crazy publicity, with tennis-core becoming one of the most trending online search.

But is it really as exciting as a good tennis game?

In this episode we share our thoughts on the film, untie the love triangle dynamics and wonder is there’s more to this film than just lots of sweat?


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]]> #12 The Power Couple: the strongest link in the social hierarchy #12 The Power Couple: the strongest link in the social hierarchy Wed, 08 May 2024 13:00:22 GMT 37:48 663a7b1d1a65230012c39d90 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/12-the-power-couple 663a7b1d1a65230012c39d90 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 12-the-power-couple full 1 12 Power couples like Jett and Pookie, have swept Instagram and TikTok. Charming the audiences with their chemistry, cute extravagant gestures and a constant display of love and affection, they’ve gained more following than in their individual careers combined.

What makes a power Couple more successful than the individual? Is it the allure of the perfect love, or maybe the promise of a happy ending, offered by people, who are REAL and more relatable than our favourite rom-com characters.

In this episode we discuss how the couple has reigned in the social hierarchy through the years and what consequences does this have on our perception of relationships and our selves and individuals.


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]]> Power couples like Jett and Pookie, have swept Instagram and TikTok. Charming the audiences with their chemistry, cute extravagant gestures and a constant display of love and affection, they’ve gained more following than in their individual careers combined.

What makes a power Couple more successful than the individual? Is it the allure of the perfect love, or maybe the promise of a happy ending, offered by people, who are REAL and more relatable than our favourite rom-com characters.

In this episode we discuss how the couple has reigned in the social hierarchy through the years and what consequences does this have on our perception of relationships and our selves and individuals.


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]]> #11 “It’s a Men’s Job”: Exploring the “gender flight” phenomenon #11 “It’s a Men’s Job”: Exploring the “gender flight” phenomenon Fri, 19 Apr 2024 13:30:00 GMT 41:13 6622232c3ff1e00013e21b9c true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/11-its-a-mens-job-exploring-the-gender-flight-phenomenon 6622232c3ff1e00013e21b9c 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 11-its-a-mens-job-exploring-the-gender-flight-phenomenon full 1 11 Gender flight is a phenomenon that has been observed for years. From nursing, through teaching to biology, men tend to abandon the fields women enter. But why are they so quick to flee? Do they feel it’s beneath them to do a “woman’s job”, or maybe they’re just scared of being upskilled? Whatever the reason, there’s no denying the severe negative effects this phenomenon has on female dominated fields, underfunding being one of them.

In this episode we discuss potential causes and implications of the gender flight phenomenon and ask ourselves whether it will ever be stopped.


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]]> Gender flight is a phenomenon that has been observed for years. From nursing, through teaching to biology, men tend to abandon the fields women enter. But why are they so quick to flee? Do they feel it’s beneath them to do a “woman’s job”, or maybe they’re just scared of being upskilled? Whatever the reason, there’s no denying the severe negative effects this phenomenon has on female dominated fields, underfunding being one of them.

In this episode we discuss potential causes and implications of the gender flight phenomenon and ask ourselves whether it will ever be stopped.


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]]> #10 Lost in translation: The intricacies of cross-cultural relationships #10 Lost in translation: The intricacies of cross-cultural relationships Fri, 05 Apr 2024 13:15:49 GMT 38:15 660ebbba2668a30016f13290 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/10-lost-in-translation-the-intricacies-of-cross-cultural-rel 660ebbba2668a30016f13290 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 10-lost-in-translation-the-intricacies-of-cross-cultural-rel full 1 10 In an increasingly globalised world, international dating is becoming more and more common. Instagram couples are turning it into a trendy phenomenon, while scientists reveal that it can lead to higher relationship satisfaction. Does this mean that dating within your own nationality is becoming passé? In this episode, we discuss the complexities of cross-cultural dating, flirting in different languages, the possible relationship imbalances between english and non-english speakers and more. Join us as we unpack the good, the bad and the ugly, and share our own experiences of dating in the multicultural landscape of London.


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]]> In an increasingly globalised world, international dating is becoming more and more common. Instagram couples are turning it into a trendy phenomenon, while scientists reveal that it can lead to higher relationship satisfaction. Does this mean that dating within your own nationality is becoming passé? In this episode, we discuss the complexities of cross-cultural dating, flirting in different languages, the possible relationship imbalances between english and non-english speakers and more. Join us as we unpack the good, the bad and the ugly, and share our own experiences of dating in the multicultural landscape of London.


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]]> #9 Distorted Reality: AI, deepfakes, and online harassment #9 Distorted Reality: AI, deepfakes, and online harassment Fri, 29 Mar 2024 13:05:16 GMT 48:35 6605a6acf50dab0016a42633 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/9-distorted-reality-ai-deepfakes-and-online-harassment 6605a6acf50dab0016a42633 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 9-distorted-reality-ai-deepfakes-and-online-harassment full 1 9 AI has been a hot topic for several years now. Developing at an exponential pace, this new technology is swiftly permeating all areas of our life. It has sparked many discussions around ethics and worker replaceability, but why is no one talking about its impact on women? From biased hiring processes, through digital assistants like Alexa or Siri, to the dark networks of artificially generated nudes, the online space continues to grow, putting women in a compromising position, to say the least. In this episode we explore the many ways in which AI technologies have facilitated online harassment of women, posing significant threats to their privacy, and how the gaps in legislation are failing the victims of this abuse.


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]]> AI has been a hot topic for several years now. Developing at an exponential pace, this new technology is swiftly permeating all areas of our life. It has sparked many discussions around ethics and worker replaceability, but why is no one talking about its impact on women? From biased hiring processes, through digital assistants like Alexa or Siri, to the dark networks of artificially generated nudes, the online space continues to grow, putting women in a compromising position, to say the least. In this episode we explore the many ways in which AI technologies have facilitated online harassment of women, posing significant threats to their privacy, and how the gaps in legislation are failing the victims of this abuse.


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]]> #8 Where do we make friends now? The loss of third spaces #8 Where do we make friends now? The loss of third spaces Wed, 20 Mar 2024 13:00:12 GMT 43:12 65f46faa54a27c001646ba63 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/8-where-do-we-make-friends-now-the-loss-of-third-spaces 65f46faa54a27c001646ba63 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 8-where-do-we-make-friends-now-the-loss-of-third-spaces full 1 8 Coffee shops, parks, pubs, malls and gyms are some examples of third places that are slowly fading from our everyday lives. Whether it’s because of to the gentrification of urban neighbourhoods, the rapid inflation of consumer goods, or the housing crisis confronting the youth, finding a stable hangout spot seems tougher than ever.

Is the rise of digital platforms and social media starting to replace face-to-face interactions? Or maybe it’s the never ending work grind that will turn offices into the next 3rd places? In this episode, we discuss the possible reasons behind the current lack of third spaces and what it means for our sense of community and belonging.


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]]> Coffee shops, parks, pubs, malls and gyms are some examples of third places that are slowly fading from our everyday lives. Whether it’s because of to the gentrification of urban neighbourhoods, the rapid inflation of consumer goods, or the housing crisis confronting the youth, finding a stable hangout spot seems tougher than ever.

Is the rise of digital platforms and social media starting to replace face-to-face interactions? Or maybe it’s the never ending work grind that will turn offices into the next 3rd places? In this episode, we discuss the possible reasons behind the current lack of third spaces and what it means for our sense of community and belonging.


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]]> #7 Putting the ‘real’ in reality TV: misogyny and gender imbalance in dating shows #7 Putting the ‘real’ in reality TV: misogyny and gender imbalance in dating shows Wed, 06 Mar 2024 13:00:41 GMT 53:19 65e5a22ff361ba00162f71ef true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/7-putting-the-real-in-reality-tv-misogyny-in-dating-shows 65e5a22ff361ba00162f71ef 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 7-putting-the-real-in-reality-tv-misogyny-in-dating-shows full 1 7 Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a good dating show? The love confessions, heated arguments and sudden plot twists often make us forget that the people we’re watching are real human beings, not just characters in a crazy love story. But is it really ethical to stir people’s emotions and twist reality for the sensational effect? In this episode we discuss the ways in which the shows promote unhealthy gender imbalances and what follows, more radical misogynistic behaviours.


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]]> Let’s be honest, who doesn’t love a good dating show? The love confessions, heated arguments and sudden plot twists often make us forget that the people we’re watching are real human beings, not just characters in a crazy love story. But is it really ethical to stir people’s emotions and twist reality for the sensational effect? In this episode we discuss the ways in which the shows promote unhealthy gender imbalances and what follows, more radical misogynistic behaviours.


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]]> #6 Poor things: a tale of empowerment or exploitation? #6 Poor things: a tale of empowerment or exploitation? Thu, 22 Feb 2024 13:00:37 GMT 43:51 65d4b516934cb500162cf1dc true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/poor-things-a-tale-of-empowerment-or-exploitation 65d4b516934cb500162cf1dc 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 poor-things-a-tale-of-empowerment-or-exploitation full 1 6 Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos has stirred quite a discussion online. Some hail it to be a quirky, yet inspiring story about a women’s self-discovery while others deem it to be yet another attempt at a feminist story through a man’s lens. From the extravagant costume and set design, through Emma Stone’s eccentric performance to countless sex scenes, in this episode we discuss the good and poor aspects of the film.


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]]> Poor Things directed by Yorgos Lanthimos has stirred quite a discussion online. Some hail it to be a quirky, yet inspiring story about a women’s self-discovery while others deem it to be yet another attempt at a feminist story through a man’s lens. From the extravagant costume and set design, through Emma Stone’s eccentric performance to countless sex scenes, in this episode we discuss the good and poor aspects of the film.


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]]> Valentine’s Day: A celebration of love or capitalism? Valentine’s Day: A celebration of love or capitalism? Tue, 13 Feb 2024 13:00:58 GMT 36:27 65c8c8d6ed400000168ca0a7 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/valentines-day-a-celebration-of-love-or-capitalism 65c8c8d6ed400000168ca0a7 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 valentines-day-a-celebration-of-love-or-capitalism bonus 1 5.5 From red roses, through little Cupids to adorable heart shaped…everything, the symbols of Valentine’s Day permeate physical and online spaces in a lead up to this holiday, which begs the question: has it become just another product of capitalism? In this episode we discuss various aspects of this celebration, such as societal pressures that come with it, it’s uncanny similarities to Christmas and many more, so get yourself some heart shaped chocolates and tune in!


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]]> From red roses, through little Cupids to adorable heart shaped…everything, the symbols of Valentine’s Day permeate physical and online spaces in a lead up to this holiday, which begs the question: has it become just another product of capitalism? In this episode we discuss various aspects of this celebration, such as societal pressures that come with it, it’s uncanny similarities to Christmas and many more, so get yourself some heart shaped chocolates and tune in!


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]]> #5 Why is everyone suddenly getting married? The reality of being in your 20s. #5 Why is everyone suddenly getting married? The reality of being in your 20s. Fri, 02 Feb 2024 13:30:55 GMT 42:01 65bcd0608b83d30016f8c42e true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/5-why-is-everyone-suddenly-getting-married-the-reality-of-be 65bcd0608b83d30016f8c42e 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 5-why-is-everyone-suddenly-getting-married-the-reality-of-be full 1 5 It’s impossible to escape it. Every time you open your phone, videos of engagements, gender reveals and wedding photo shoots flood the screen like an unstoppable tsunami. Meanwhile, you’re sat on the sofa in your PJs, glass of wine in hand, nibbling on some half-stale crackers and cheese (the only thing that was left in the fridge). Why are all my friends suddenly getting married? Is it time already to start having children? What am I doing with my life? In this episode we discuss the dichotomy of living through your twenties while doing our best to not fall into an existential crisis.


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]]> It’s impossible to escape it. Every time you open your phone, videos of engagements, gender reveals and wedding photo shoots flood the screen like an unstoppable tsunami. Meanwhile, you’re sat on the sofa in your PJs, glass of wine in hand, nibbling on some half-stale crackers and cheese (the only thing that was left in the fridge). Why are all my friends suddenly getting married? Is it time already to start having children? What am I doing with my life? In this episode we discuss the dichotomy of living through your twenties while doing our best to not fall into an existential crisis.


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]]> #4 Just another sad girl story or an honest portrayal of a woman’s struggle? a look into Priscilla #4 Just another sad girl story or an honest portrayal of a woman’s struggle? a look into Priscilla Thu, 25 Jan 2024 13:00:25 GMT 44:09 65aa536e1c04db0017de0135 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/4-priscilla-just-another-sad-girl-story 65aa536e1c04db0017de0135 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 4-priscilla-just-another-sad-girl-story full 1 4 The woman reduced to being simply “Elvis’es wife” finally comes to life in Coppola’s latest movie. Priscilla portrays a complex character, undergoing a life-changing transition not only from child to wife, but most importantly from a vulnerable girl to an independent woman. In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the movie, from Jacob Elordi’s beautiful face, through impeccable characterisation to the wider themes explored within. Spoilers included!


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]]> The woman reduced to being simply “Elvis’es wife” finally comes to life in Coppola’s latest movie. Priscilla portrays a complex character, undergoing a life-changing transition not only from child to wife, but most importantly from a vulnerable girl to an independent woman. In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the movie, from Jacob Elordi’s beautiful face, through impeccable characterisation to the wider themes explored within. Spoilers included!


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]]> #3 The rise of Girldom: was 2023 the year of the girl? #3 The rise of Girldom: was 2023 the year of the girl? Thu, 11 Jan 2024 13:00:35 GMT 40:13 659f01553f69070017341bb6 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/3-the-rise-of-girldom-was-2023-the-year-of-the-girl 659f01553f69070017341bb6 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 3-the-rise-of-girldom-was-2023-the-year-of-the-girl full 1 3 Barbie, bows, girl dinner, girl math, girl… year?


The 2023 media were dominated by women and female-centred trends but was it really the year of the girl?


In this episode we recap the funniest and most memorable events of 2023 and how they shaped the pop culture. Through honourable mentions to top tier moments, join us on this ride down the memory lane and prepare yourself to be shocked at how long this year actually was!


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]]> Barbie, bows, girl dinner, girl math, girl… year?


The 2023 media were dominated by women and female-centred trends but was it really the year of the girl?


In this episode we recap the funniest and most memorable events of 2023 and how they shaped the pop culture. Through honourable mentions to top tier moments, join us on this ride down the memory lane and prepare yourself to be shocked at how long this year actually was!


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]]> Slay bells ring, are you listening? Slay bells ring, are you listening? Tue, 26 Dec 2023 13:00:37 GMT 20:11 6586bea00a73eb0015858d9b true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/slay-bells-ring-are-you-listening 6586bea00a73eb0015858d9b 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 slay-bells-ring-are-you-listening bonus 1 2.5 Are you looking forward to stuffing your stomach with Christmas food and lying on the couch for hours on end, watching Christmas films? We are too. In this holiday special, find out what our favourites of the genre are and what would our Christmas hallmark movies look like! Marry Xmas xoxo


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]]> Are you looking forward to stuffing your stomach with Christmas food and lying on the couch for hours on end, watching Christmas films? We are too. In this holiday special, find out what our favourites of the genre are and what would our Christmas hallmark movies look like! Marry Xmas xoxo


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]]> #2 Sexy Sixteen: Hyper sexualisation of young girls #2 Sexy Sixteen: Hyper sexualisation of young girls Wed, 20 Dec 2023 15:23:08 GMT 48:36 6582d4ea2157ce001655fd1d true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/sexy-sixteen-hyper-sexualisation-of-young-girls 6582d4ea2157ce001655fd1d 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 sexy-sixteen-hyper-sexualisation-of-young-girls full 1 2 In the world dominated by sexy TikTok dances, 30 year old actors portraying teenagers and men being famous for dating girls exclusively under the age of 25, existing as a young girl without being perceived as an object is becoming harder by the day. Somewhere along the way ‘sweet sixteen’ has turned into ‘sexy sixteen’ and recreating a Camp Rock dance routine in your parens living room was substituted by twerking for TikTok followers. However, sexualisation of young girls is not a product of the internet era but a tale as old as time. In this episode we dive into the causes and saddening effects of this phenomenon and discuss the challenges of growing up as a girl in a male-dominated world.


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]]> In the world dominated by sexy TikTok dances, 30 year old actors portraying teenagers and men being famous for dating girls exclusively under the age of 25, existing as a young girl without being perceived as an object is becoming harder by the day. Somewhere along the way ‘sweet sixteen’ has turned into ‘sexy sixteen’ and recreating a Camp Rock dance routine in your parens living room was substituted by twerking for TikTok followers. However, sexualisation of young girls is not a product of the internet era but a tale as old as time. In this episode we dive into the causes and saddening effects of this phenomenon and discuss the challenges of growing up as a girl in a male-dominated world.


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]]> #1 Are dating apps the doom of modern relationships? #1 Are dating apps the doom of modern relationships? Fri, 15 Dec 2023 11:07:11 GMT 42:48 657c335ff0d5a700185948e6 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/are-dating-apps-the-doom-of-modern-relationships 657c335ff0d5a700185948e6 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 are-dating-apps-the-doom-of-modern-relationships full 1 1 The tragic tale of Tinderella: are dating apps the true villains in modern love stories?

In this episode we discuss how dating apps have altered modern relationships and our views on dating. Do we not know how to love anymore or are dating apps making it impossible to find it? How come, in the sea of endless possibilities are we unable to find the person to commit to and why are first dates becoming more and more like job interviews? Listen to this episode to find out our answers to these questions and find solace in our personal dating experiences (the good and the bad ones)!


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]]> The tragic tale of Tinderella: are dating apps the true villains in modern love stories?

In this episode we discuss how dating apps have altered modern relationships and our views on dating. Do we not know how to love anymore or are dating apps making it impossible to find it? How come, in the sea of endless possibilities are we unable to find the person to commit to and why are first dates becoming more and more like job interviews? Listen to this episode to find out our answers to these questions and find solace in our personal dating experiences (the good and the bad ones)!


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]]> Welcome to Heaven Welcome to Heaven Sat, 02 Dec 2023 15:47:07 GMT 24:53 656b517c7f441e0012d352d5 true https://shows.acast.com/welcome-to-heaven/episodes/welcome-to-heaven 656b517c7f441e0012d352d5 656b4f636ce42b0012196cd0 welcome-to-heaven full 1 Who are we, what is girl economy, how can deodorant be a weapon of mass destruction and why do we never go for what we want?

Find out the answer to these and many other unwarranted questions in this weeks episode of Heaven.


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]]> Who are we, what is girl economy, how can deodorant be a weapon of mass destruction and why do we never go for what we want?

Find out the answer to these and many other unwarranted questions in this weeks episode of Heaven.


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