Should I Delete That?

In the time since we last recorded a Just Us - Taylor Swift has released a new album. So today, our resident semi-swiftie (Em) guides our non-swiftie (Al) through The Life of a Showgirl and we discuss the noise and critique surrounding the album. Victoria Beckham has also released a Netflix documentary - we discuss the term ‘too posh to push’ which was popularised in 1999 when she gave birth to her son Brooklyn by c-section. Why do women equate parenthood with suffering - and do men feel the same? We’d love you to join the conversation - you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You might know George Lewis for his hilarious parenting sketches - the chaos, the tantrums, and our collective Bluey obsession... but lately he has been opening up about something much more personal.George has three children - his eldest has an autism diagnosis, and his younger two are currently being assessed. We spoke about how his view of autism has completely changed, the exhausting fight parents face for diagnosis, and the damage caused by Donald Trump’s baseless claims about paracetamol and autism.Follow @georgelewiscom on Instagram There are very few tickets remaining for George’s stand-up tour ‘The Best Thing You’ll Ever Do’. Visit georgelewiscomedian.com to buy tickets! You’ll need to be quick! If you want to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we find out that Em’s cycling era might be over… we know you’re all as hooked on this new passion as Alex! We get a small insight into Alex’s clubbing days and we also discuss the internet’s entitlement to give unsolicited parenting advice.We also discuss Donald Trump’s comments about autism and pregnancy, why Em is feeling slightly more hopeful about our political landscape here in the UK, and why some echo chambers are worth cultivating. Have you got opinions about the Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders or The Summer I Turned Pretty? Email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com This episode was recorded on 30th SeptemberFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We have a Lioness in the studio! Today - we’re joined by Eni Aluko. Eni is a broadcaster, football executive and former professional football player who has represented England on the world stage and at the Olympics. She’s also a qualified lawyer - there’s nothing this woman can’t do. Since retiring from professional football - she has become one of the country’s most recognisable football pundits. As a former international player, with a lifelong passion for football - Eni is more qualified than anyone for this role - however, the culture of racism and sexism around football has made it an toxic environment for her. We spoke to Eni about the reality of misogyny, racism in football, how she has dealt with the online abuse she is subjected to and how we can move forward to make football a better (or at least more tolerable environment for women) Follow @enialuko on InstagramThank you to Refuge - the UK's largest specialist domestic abuse organisation - for making this conversation happen. For support with tech-facilitated abuse, visit www.refugetechsafety.org Refuge’s National Domestic Abuse Helpline is available on 0808 2000 247 for free, confidential support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. A live chat service is also available from 10am to 10pm, Monday to Friday, and from 10am to 6pm on weekends. For further information and advice, visit www.nationaldahelpline.org.ukIf you want to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello, hello, hello! This week we’ve got two surprisingly similar awkwards… apologies to anyone who has been in the vicinity of either Em or Alex’s windows over the last week. We also discuss JK Rowling’s comments following Emma Watson’s appearance on Jay Shetty’s podcast. Do the Harry Potter actors have a responsibility to publicly speak out against her comments - and what is the effect of JK Rowling vehemently doubling down on her anti-trans views? And we take a moment to discuss a very serious question - is everyone pretending to like matcha? YOUTUBE: ContraPoints PODCAST: The Witch Trials of JK RowlingIf you want to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess was an NHS nurse working on a mental health ward when a false accusation was made against her, which led into a spiral of bureaucracy that ended her nursing career and changed her life forever… Although Jess very rarely does interviews - her story was highly publicised in the UK press, so we wanted to give her the opportunity to tell her story in full and in her own words.We spoke to Jess about the fragility of women’s reputations, the pressures on nurses and healthcare professionals and how we can both love the NHS but also hold it accountable on the occasions that it does let us down. Follow @thesliceofjess on InstagramIf you want to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yassou! Al’s back from Cyprus and she’s had a digital detox… but meanwhile Em has 1622 unread WhatsApp messages on her phone. We try to find a way to streamline our personal and work lives - surely we’re not the only people who are completely overwhelmed by our phones? We also discuss our experience of taking kids onto flights - and how people react differently to mothers and fathers when they’re holding a screaming child. And - we bring you our much-promised chat about exercise, motherhood and finding space to prioritise yourself. If you want to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Elliott MckayVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It’s time for a conversation with the internet’s big sister… the writer, speaker and content creator Toni Tone. We spoke to Toni about the complexities of modern relationships and heartbreak. Are all relationships transactional? Why do we seem to be shifting towards traditional values in relationships? And why does Toni think it’s so important to be selfish in our relationships? Toni’s new book No Fucks Given is out this week - it’s a no accountability guide to navigating a break up. You can get your copy here!Follow @t0nit0ne on Instagram You can listen to Toni’s podcast Toni Told Me on all podcast platforms! If you'd like to get in touch you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week - we have a much-needed dose of nonsense for you. We’re actually a little bit giddy. Em shares the story of a bizarre encounter with an estate agent and Al has found a new so-called ‘life hack’ to help you keep your house tidy. We also bring you the long awaited Should I Delete That Mug Off. We’ve each bought in our favourite mug, spoon and fork - so we can find out once and for all who has the most elite crockery choices. Does it work in audio only? Questionable. Head to our Instagram to see our choices for yourself. Do you have strong opinions on crockery? Email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today’s episode is all about finding your purpose and redefining your identity. Heather Fisher - aka Fish - is a retired England rugby player. She was part of two Women’s Rugby World Cup teams, she represented Team GB at the 2016 Rio Olympics and if that’s not enough she also represented Team GB in bobsleigh! This woman has had an incredible sporting career - but she has also faced and overcome numerous challenges which made her question her identity and purpose. After overcoming an eating disorder at a young age, Fish broke her back and subsequently lost her hair due to alopecia. We spoke about what drives her to overcome life’s challenges, how she has found her feet after retiring and how she finds the balance of being a strong role model, but also accepting her vulnerability. Follow @heatherfish29 on InstagramRead more about Fish's work at https://www.heatherfisher.co.uk/If you'd like to get in touch, email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Over the past couple of weeks - we’ve found ourselves in some very noisy places online. So, we’re using today to share some of out thoughts and reflecting on what they mean for society as a whole...First up - we’re talking about Reform and why Em has decided to start speaking about politics online. Then - we'll be discussing the impact of Serena Williams choosing to advertise GLP-1s for weight loss. It feels like a heavy time for humanity at the moment - if you have something you’d like to add to our conversation or if you can share some hope… email us on shouldideletethat@gmail.com This episode was recorded on Tuesday 2nd SeptemberFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Do you find it impossible to stop scrolling? Do you struggle to get motivation? Do you need to listen to a podcast to fall asleep? Today’s guest is here to help you re-balance your brain chemistry...TJ Power is a neuroscientist and founder of The DOSE Lab - who has made it his mission to explain how our brains work and help us tobreak our addiction to dopamine. TJ explained how our brains work and gave us real practical advice on how we can re-balance our brain chemistry to live a happier, less anxious life. And boy… did we have a lot of questions to ask him - we basically used this as a personal therapy session. Follow @TJPower on InstagramGet your copy of The DOSE Effect: Everyday habits to balance your brain for a healthier, happier life here!Spotify Premium users can listen to The Dose Effect for free!If you'd like to get in touch, email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we’re reflecting on this week's episode in which we interviewed OnlyFans creator Lily Phillips, who is best known for sleeping with 101 men in a day. The episode had a huge response - so we’ve decided to take some time today to address some of the comments we received when it was released on Monday. If you haven't heard the episode yet - you can find it hereWere we right to give Lily a platform? Did we question her hard enough? Are women who interview Lily held to a higher standard than men who interview her? We have a lot of thoughts - and we don’t know all the right answers. But we hope this chat helps illuminate you on our thought process behind the interview - and why we believe it’s important to have these conversations in a kind, safe space. We love you guys for listening - if you have something else you’d like to add - we’d love to hear from you. You can email us on shouldideletethat@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SHOW IN EDINBURGH THIS WEEK ON WEDNESDAY 3RD SEPTEMBER! Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.This is a conversation that we’ve wanted to have for a LONG time - we’re speaking to OnlyFans star Lily Phillips. Lily is an adult performer and OnlyFans star - her name reached the mainstream in late 2024, when released a video on her OnlyFans account where she had sex with 101 men in one day.She has gone on to be one of the most well-known OnlyFans creators in the UK. We spoke to her about why she began on the platform - and how she took the leap from producing solo content to large scale public-events. We also asked Lily about her thoughts on feminism, empowerment and if she feels a responsibility towards young people - both those who consume pornography and young people who are considering OnlyFans as a viable career option. Lily features in Stacey Dooley Sleeps Over series 6 which is available to stream for free on U.Follow @lilyphillip_s on InstagramFollow @lilyphillipstokk on TikTokWatch Lily’s YouTube Channel hereIf you'd like to get in touch, email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

OUR LIVE SHOW IN EDINBURGH IS NEXT WEEK. JOIN US ON 3RD SEPTEMBER! Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.In today’s episode - we weigh up the fact that the way that we speak about giving birth and motherhood *may* influence your guys’ decisions to have babies… and why it’s so important to be honest about the aspects of motherhood that we love, and the moments that are harder. We also reminisce about an incident on Boy Alex’s stag do, Al’s had her life ruined by some new pans and we find out which animals we should be most afraid of… If you'd like to get in touch (or if you think Em's sport's day idea is the best thing ever) email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SHOW IN EDINBURGH ON 3RD SEPTEMBER! Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.Today, we’re speaking to a TV icon - Katy Hill. At just 24, she landed her dream job as the 22nd presenter of Blue Peter.Katy had dreamed of being a Blue Peter presenter since she was 5 years old. However - once she got there, she was exposed to the brutal, toxic media landscape of the 90s - and she found herself - and her body under immense scrutiny. We spoke to Katy about her first hand experience of the 90s tabloids, what happened when she did a a shoot for a lads mag and how her Blue Peter years shaped the rest of her life. Follow @imkatyhill on InstagramKaty is now an Internationally Certified Success and Confidence coach. You can read more about her work at https://www.katyhill.com/ If you'd like to get in touch, email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.comFollow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It feels like the online conversation about weight loss has shifted - in a huge way. In this episode we discuss why and how big creators are suddenly talking openly about weight loss - and the effect that it’s having on us. On 3rd September in Edinburgh - we’ll be continuing this discussion live on stage. If you’d like to join us - you can get tickets at SIDTLive.com We also have lots of goods and bads and awkwards for you… (mainly bads and awkwards actually) - if you have an awkward that you’d like to share, or if you would like to join in with our conversation around weight loss noise, you can email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SHOW IN EDINBURGH ON 3RD SEPTEMBER! Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.How do you get a stain out of your favourite top? Why should you add a bayleaf to your pasta sauce? And why should you learn to darn a sock? One woman knows all the answers - and she’s made it her mission to share her knowledge with the world. Ann Russell is a self-described ‘middle class English old bag’… she’s a self-employed cleaner who has 2.8 million followers on TikTok, where she regularly shares cleaning and general life advice. She spoke to us about her incredible, accidental journey to TikTok fame, how she feels about the generational divide, and why she’s not afraid to speak her mind on the internet. Ann’s new book How To Be An Adult: everything you need to know about being a grown up, from bills to break-ups is out on 28th August. You can buy your copy here!Follow @annrussell03 on TikTokIf you'd like to get in touch, email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOIN US FOR OUR LIVE SHOW IN EDINBURGH ON 3RD SEPTEMBER! Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.Put your seatbelts on because we’re about to take you on a ride - this is one of our most unhinged episodes ever. We’ve had a very awkward week with incidents in the DMs, thong mishaps and medical mysteries…We also discuss the concept of free will, how Em gave up smoking and the drawer in Al’s Dad’s study that will be giving all of us nightmares. If you have an awkward you’d like to share with us - email us on shouldideletethatpod@gmail.com !!Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

JOIN US LIVE IN EDINBURGH ON 3RD SEPTEMBER - Head to SIDTLive.com for more information and to purchase tickets.Today - we’re discussing a topic that’s deeply personal, sometimes overwhelming and often very difficult to talk about: fertility. We are joined by an incredible guest - Mr Ali Al Chami - a leading fertility doctor and the medical director of the Avenues fertility clinic in London. We asked you on Instagram for your questions for Ali - when is the right time to freeze your eggs? Could taking Ozempic or a GLP-1 help you to get pregnant? How can our lifestyles affect our fertility? We asked Ali all of those questions - and many more - to attempt to demystify fertility. Whether you're actively going through treatment, thinking about your future, or just want to better understand the emotional and medical realities of fertility... we hope this episode is a useful tool. You can find out more about Ali's work at Avenues here: https://avenues.life/ Follow @avenues.life on Instagram Follow us on Instagram:@shouldideletethat@em_clarkson@alexlight_ldnShould I Delete That is produced by Faye LawrenceStudio Manager: Dex RoyVideo Editor: Celia GomezSocial Media Manager: Sarah EnglishMusic: Alex Andrew Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.