The Word of 2026 Has Been Revealed and It Was Not Expected!

From a Russell Brand impersonator who takes his craft to the next level to a wedding photographer who managed to ruin someone's big day, we’re getting into some seriously unbelievable stories! We also hear about a woman who was paid sick leave for 16 years, look at Dolly Parton’s plans for a book to be released after her death, and debate whether couples should ever appear together on dating profiles. It’s an episode packed with bizarre workplace stories, wedding disasters, celebrity surprises and plenty of relationship debate!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Most of us are lucky to get a few sick days a year, but one woman was reportedly paid sick leave for an incredible 16 years! How does something like that even happen? We look at the extraordinary story, the circumstances behind the extended absence and whether it's one of the most unbelievable workplace arrangements we've ever heard of. Suddenly, your annual leave doesn't seem quite so generous!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One friendship was pushed to the absolute limit after a moment so outrageous it’s still being talked about! Hear the story behind the incident that nearly ended this friendship, why emotions reached boiling point and how something as simple as a bag of onions became the centre of a very awkward situation and catch up on the best and the worst parts of this week!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Would you ever create a dating profile alongside your partner? A new relationship conversation has us questioning whether couples should be putting themselves out there together, whether it's harmless fun or something that could cause serious jealousy. We debate the idea of shared dating profiles, what people might be looking for and whether you'd be comfortable seeing your other half appear on a dating app with you!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dolly Parton has a project in the works that will continue her incredible legacy even after she's gone. The country music icon is reportedly preparing a new book to be released posthumously, leaving fans curious about what stories and secrets could be revealed. We look at the unusual announcement, why Dolly is planning so far ahead and what it means to leave something behind for the world to discover after you're gone.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your wedding day is supposed to be one of the happiest days of your life, but what happens when the photographer becomes the reason everything goes wrong? We look at a wedding mishap that turned a special occasion into a nightmare, the photographer's role in the disaster and whether some mistakes are simply too big to forgive. Imagine having your big day ruined by the person you hired to capture it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Could Halloween be the new Valentine’s Day for singles looking for love? We’re getting into the latest dating trends, revealing the unexpected word of 2026 and debating whether grandparents should be paid for babysitting their own grandkids. Plus, we look at how Contiki tours have changed since your last big adventure and dive into the absolute nightmare of accidentally sending a nude to the group chat!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you went on a Contiki trip years ago, you might be surprised by how much things have changed! We look at the evolution of the famous group travel experience, what’s different about the tours today and whether the classic Contiki adventure still lives up to its reputation. From travel styles to the people signing up, is it still the ultimate way to see the world with a bunch of strangers, or has the experience had a major makeover?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grandparents often step in to look after the grandkids, but should they be getting paid for their time? We debate whether babysitting should be a free favour that comes with being family or whether grandparents deserve some cash for giving up their time and energy. From regular childcare to the occasional night out, where should the line be drawn? Would you pay your parents to look after your kids?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The word of the year for 2026 has been revealed, and it might not be what you were expecting! We look at the word that has captured the mood of the moment, why it’s caught people’s attention and what it says about the way we’ve been talking and living this year. Has it earned its place, or would you have picked something completely different?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.