Ep 37. 29 going on 30

The internet’s “manosphere” can seem like just another pocket of niche online culture. But lately, with algorithms pushing extreme voices and lonely young men searching for identity, what starts as curiosity can quickly spiral into something more influential and more dangerous.This week, we’re diving Into the Manosphere with Louis Theroux. The viral Netflix documentary that has sparked thousands of online and in person conversations, and why it’s struck such a nerve.Lets dive in.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're diving back into a conversation we had last year... it feels like everyone’s leaving the UK right now… right?From the cost of living and career burnout to the weather (we had to say it), more and more people seem to be packing up and moving abroad in search of something better.So we asked the Shallow community: have you left the UK, or are you thinking about it & WHY?In this episode, we’re diving into your answers and the real reasons people are leaving. Is moving abroad about chasing the dream… or just stepping away from a life in the UK that no longer feels like it works?Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on Shallow Podcast, we’re diving into Emerald Fennell’s adaptation of Wuthering Heights and the cultural storm surrounding it.From the casting debate and costume choices to the online backlash and endless think pieces, the loudest criticism has been the same: “It’s not like the book.”But is that actually the problem?Do adaptations need to be faithful to be successful? Or is this really about who gets to reinterpret classic literature in 2026?We break down what changed from Emily Brontë’s original novel, whether the core themes still hold, the Heathcliff race discourse, the performances, the aesthetics, and whether this backlash is really that deep.Let's dive in.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shallow Take? Women don’t want to date anymore.Joined by our first man(!!!) In this episode of Shallow Podcast, we unpack the growing conversation around women opting out of modern dating and ask if there’s truth behind it.Joined by our long-time friend, Arley Simpkins, we explore how dating has shifted over the last decade, why more women are choosing to stay single, and what the emotional reality looks like on both sides. Is it burnout? Higher standards? Independence? Or are we finally refusing to settle?Let's dive in.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shallow take? 30 is just a number...Or is the lead up to 30 packed with an invisible checklist and a constant toe in comparison culture?This week, we’re diving into how turning 30, for most feels like a deadline - for success, for beauty, for babies and becoming that shining future self you always dreamed of.and of course, we're asking... is turning 30 really that deep?Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shallow Take? Endometriosis is just bad period pain...But, really...Endometriosis affects around 190 million people worldwide (World Health Organisation). In the UK, 1 in 10 women live with it (that's about 1.5 million people - Endometriosis UK). And yet, the average diagnosis still takes years.Why? Because female pain has been ignored, minimised, and normalised for generations.This week, we’re unpacking endometriosis: the symptoms, the stigma, the exhausting fight to be believed, and what life with endo actually looks like behind closed doors.We’re diving into Phoebe's personal endo story, asking why the medical system still struggles to take women seriously, and what needs to change.Is it really that deep? Yeah. It is.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor Swift: End of an Era... What the Doc Really RevealsThis week we’re diving into the Eras documentary, what it shows, what it leaves out, and why it matters. From Taylor’s powerful reflections on feeling “hunted,” to the way the film quietly reframes her leadership and loyalty, there’s a lot to unpack.We talk pacing issues, our obsession with Amanda’s choreography segment, the lack of Ticketmaster context, and why some of the biggest themes never quite get the “why” they deserve.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTok Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shallow Take? What’s the harm in a face mask?Shay Mitchell has launched a children’s skincare line, and the internet has opinions.From “it’s not too late to delete this” to think pieces calling it dystopian, this release sparked a full-blown cultural debate. Is kids’ skincare just harmless self-care? A smart celebrity business move? Or are we quietly accelerating the beauty pipeline and shrinking childhood by normalising beauty rituals earlier than ever?In this episode, we unpack why this story hit such a nerve. We dive into the marketing strategy, the moral panic, the feminist lens, and what dermatologists are actually saying about skincare for kids. We also ask the bigger question: where does curiosity end and conditioning begin?Is it really that deep... or are we overthinking a face mask?Let’s dive in.Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Book clubs are boring… right?Today’s shallow take says they’re stuffy, pretentious, and mostly an excuse to drink wine while pretending you got past chapter three.But what if book clubs are actually having a moment?This week, we’re joined by Caitlin Curry, founder of the London Girl’s Book Club—a community of over 16,000 women and readers who’ve turned “book chat” into a genuine lifeline for friendship, connection, and belonging.We’re diving into:📚 How Caitlin built LGBC from the ground up💬 Why women-only spaces matter more than ever🤝 How book clubs create real community in an increasingly isolated world👀 And yes… some very hot takes from the LGBC community (including a Hinge date who definitely wasn’t ready)Let’s dive in.Find LGBC hereShallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Shallow Take? Having a baby is just what adults do… right?Except in 2025, starting a family feels less like a life milestone and more like a luxury purchase. With the rising cost of living, climate anxiety, housing insecurity, and childcare prices that rival a second rent, the decision to have kids isn’t just emotional anymore — it’s financial.In this episode, we unpack why becoming a parent feels so out of reach for so many. Is choosing not to have children a true personal choice… or a choice shaped by the world we live in? Are we selfish, realistic, overwhelmed, or simply exhausted?We explore falling birth rates, the pressure to “grow up", the myths about being childfree, and the real reasons so many millennials and Gen Z are hitting pause on parenthood.Let’s dive in. 👶✨Shallow Socials!InstagramTikTokYoutube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.