Count Binface v Farage, Harry loses to the Daily Mail & extreme ghosting

Count Binface v Farage, Harry loses to the Daily Mail & extreme ghosting

The levels of combat in this week's ep is giving 🏰 medieval 🏰. Harry versus the British press! Farage versus Count Binface (and the Sunday Times)! Women versus, well, all avoidant men... not to mention the healthcare system. Drop us an email for any deep dive requests and your two truths and a lie - newsdietpod@gmail.com Links: The Prince Harry case failed the basic test of the newsroom, by Fraser Nelson for The Times | https://www.thetimes.com/uk/law/article/fraser-nelson-prince-harry-phone-hacking-case-qzprstmz8 Women Are Being Ghosted By Their Long-Term Boyfriends Now, by Chanté Joseph for British Vogue | https://www.vogue.co.uk/article/women-ghosted-by-long-term-boyfriend ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

WFH, Burnham babes & why Naomi Osaka is a business baddie

This week, we're talking return-to-office mandates, hybrid working and whether bosses really want people back for productivity... or control. We unpack the surprising research behind the future of work, explore the real history of the viral term "mother" and its roots in Harlem ballroom culture. We also break down Andy Burnham's big vision for the UK and Kemi Badenoch's growing momentum, as well as chat all things Wimbledon, Naomi Osaka and the business of being a modern athlete. ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Is the iPhone stoping us from having babies?

It's deep dive tiiime!! If you fancy another in-depth episode, drop us an email at newsdietpod@gmail.com and let us know what's got you scratching your head :) ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Why we all say snatched, parasocial relationships & a controversial social media ban

We're back with another zinger! And if you're tuning in this morning you will have woken up to some FANTASTIC news: Andy Burnham has won the by-election... This week, we take a deep dive into the history and evolution of the word "snatched," explore the surprising trend of people unfollowing female influencers after they get engaged, and discuss the psychology behind parasocial relationships. Plus, we unpack reports of a Russian warship firing warning shots in the English Channel and debate the proposed social media ban for under-16s, including what it could mean for young people, parents, and the future of online platforms. If you enjoy conversations about UK politics, influencer and pop culture, this episode is for you! As ever, thanks for listening <3 Links: "Snatched", it's in everyone's mouths, but where did it come from? https://thenewsmovement.substack.com/p/snatched-its-in-everyones-mouths Are wedding bells a brand killer? https://theknowmedia.beehiiv.com/p/theknowdaily-17-06-2026 Tiktok: @thenewsdietpod Insta: @thenewsdietpod ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Burnham's by-election, Belfast riots & the angry British women

We're baaaack! It's only been four weeks but it feels like so much has happened, from Bonnie Blues highly controversial "baby shower" to more drama in Westminster (nothing new there...). Links: Britain is failing women. Of course we are furious, by Rowan Pelling for The Telegraph | https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2026/06/04/britain-is-failing-women-of-course-we-are-furious/ Why Gen Z has fallen back in love with monogamy, by Arielle Domb for The Observer | https://observer.co.uk/style/features/article/why-gen-z-has-fallen-back-in-love-with-monogamy ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.