Yalla Habibi

This week, we laced up for the Riyadh Marathon—where the free swag was top-tier, but some company reps had no clue what they were selling (seriously, why are you here?). We debate whether the event strikes the right balance between being inclusive for all and catering to hardcore runners, plus Scott learns the hard way that the Saudi sun shows no mercy. In other big news, we’re rebranding the podcast—bittersweet but necessary for growth. And in our travel segment, we dive into our raw first impressions of Saudi Arabia. Spoiler: it’s not what we expected!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikToK⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we explore the bustling streets of Hanoi, Vietnam, and engage in a serious discussion about the ethics of bartering in less developed countries. Is it fair to haggle when you're already getting a great deal, or is it taking advantage? Plus, discover why getting the pronunciation of 'Pho'—a popular Vietnamese noodle dish—wrong could lead to an unexpected misunderstanding. We also give you a sneak peek into an upcoming exciting guest podcast interview with Wells Jones, an extraordinary Antarctic explorer and actor, whose tales of adventure and resilience are not to be missed. In "Scott's WTF of the Week," prepare for a very British culinary marvel involving a record-breaking creation that will leave you amazed. Meanwhile, "Shelby's Good Vibes Only" highlights a groundbreaking initiative in New Mexico that promises to bring positive change to all families.Scott WTF of the Week🥚 British Chefs Whip Up World’s Largest Scotch Egg📅 Wednesday 16th July 2025🔗 ⁠https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2025/07/16/Guinness-World-Records-largest-scotch-egg/1951752684454/⁠Shelby’s Good Vibes Only👶 New Mexico Offers Free Childcare for All📅 Wednesday 10th September 2025🔗 ⁠https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/09/new-mexico-free-universal-childcare⁠🔗 The Viral Chanel Video⁠https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1Uz7AxcTrs⁠-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

After six hours of frantic packing, fourteen hours of travel, and a grand total of nine hours of sleep in two days, we finally touched down in Vietnam running on fumes but buzzing with excitement. We share the full journey on the episode. Then we turn to something many of you probably wonder, what it actually feels like to quit your job. Shelby puts Scott in the hot seat two months after his resignation and his raw reflections on freedom, identity, and unexpected challenges even catch her off guard. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dig into the creeping reality of governments wanting to scan your private messages, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we spotlight a groundbreaking programme inside Scottish prisons that is reconnecting families in ways that are moving. Finally in our “Travel Segment” we give our unfiltered first impressions of Vietnam. Scott WTF of the Week📱EU to Scan Private Messages and UK Faces Backlash Over Online Safety Act 📅 Wednesday 6th August🔗 ⁠⁠https://dig.watch/updates/eu-proposal-to-scan-private-messages-gains-supportShelby’s Good Vibes Only👨‍👧 Scottish Prisons Help Fathers Reconnect with Kids 📅 Tuesday 2nd September 2025🔗 https://www.positive.news/society/scottish-prisons-lead-the-way-with-fathers-programme/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We share an exciting travel update that’s going to bring lots more travel stories to the podcast. We tackle the scary truth about locally brewed spirits in Southeast Asia and why you really need to be aware. Then we lighten the mood, laughing at the reality that if you’re 30+ and British, your parents probably have a glass of wine every night, but don’t worry, we’re not calling them alcoholics. Next, we recount our first Indian wedding, wow, what an incredible experience! Shoes get stolen for money, brothers tug of war to prove who wears the trousers, speeches teeter between touching and risky, the outfits are stunning, and the after party is pure chaos. We also put our relationship to the test with a fun game you can play at home: Scott guesses three items that would be sold in the souvenir shop of the museum about Shelby’s life, and Shelby does the same for Scott. Will we agree? In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we explore a once-rare allergic condition now rising across the US that can suddenly make you vegan, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share the story of a woman who refused to get engaged until she found her own ethically sourced diamond, a quest that took three weeks in the blistering heat at the world’s only public diamond mine.Scott WTF of the Week 🌱 Woman Forced to Go Vegan After Overnight Allergy From Tick Bite 📅 Wednesday 27th August🔗 ⁠https://nypost.com/2025/08/27/health/im-vegan-against-my-will-after-a-developing-a-meat-allergy-overnight/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only💎Woman Digs for 3 Weeks to Unearth Her Own Engagement Ring Diamond📅 Monday 25th August🔗 https://nypost.com/2025/08/27/health/im-vegan-against-my-will-after-a-developing-a-meat-allergy-overnight/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott takes us off grid this week with his wild camping adventure, where ditching screens and stress somehow turned into a full reset for his mind, body and even his skin. We get into what really happens when you switch off completely and why a few days in nature might be the cure you did not know you needed. We play a hilarious new game, “Lyric or Line” where Scott has to figure out if the words came from My Chemical Romance or Nicolas Cage… and trust us, it is way harder than you would think. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into the jaw dropping story of a man you have never heard of who is on the verge of accomplishing a feat no human has ever achieved. While “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” introduces us to the oldest woman alive and her life advice that will change your perspective on everything.Scott WTF of the Week 🚶‍♂️ Man Walking the World Nears Finish Line 📅 August 2025🔗 https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2e30mxnmxdoShelby’s Good Vibes Only🎂 Happy Birthday to Britain’s Oldest Ever Person 📅 Thursday 21st August 2025🔗 https://news.sky.com/story/happy-birthday-to-britains-oldest-ever-person-13415456-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

In this episode, we uncover the secret musical pitch hidden in every room and how humming the right note can unlock incredible natural acoustics, a trick architects have harnessed since the Roman Colosseum. We also settle the Lidl versus Aldi debate. Which bargain giant truly deserves the crown? Come and debate with us. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into how lava lamps are helping secure your internet. Whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we share the first ever Michelin star for a street food vendor, a mouthwatering underdog proving that sometimes the simplest things shine the brightest.Scott WTF of the Week 🧑‍💻 How Do Lava Lamps Help with Internet Encryption?🔗 https://www.cloudflare.com/learning/ssl/lava-lamp-encryption/Shelby’s Good Vibes Only🌮 First Taco Stand in Mexico to Win a Michelin Star 📅 Tuesday 14th May 2024🔗 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/first-mexican-taco-stand-to-ever-receive-a-michelin-star-shows-how-less-is-so-often-more/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Trigger warning for sensitive topics including gender bias and violence.We’re diving into some heavy but eye-opening stuff this week, starting with Lewis Capaldi’s surprise Glastonbury set that wasn’t just a show but a powerful spotlight on Tourette’s. We unpack some wild gender bias facts you won’t believe, like why testing pads with blood is only a recent thing and why cold plunges might actually be a no-go for women. Plus, a deep dive into the Yorkshire Ripper case reveals how society’s ugly misogyny delayed justice, and we break down the Bechdel Test to show just how skewed storytelling still is. In “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we get an update on the strange story of Donald Eugene Miller Jr., a man who is alive but legally dead. Meanwhile, “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” shines a light on why 2 cities in the Netherlands are spending €100,000 on 500 mini staircases on the canals, this is a real heartwarmer. Scott WTF of the Week 🧟 Update on Donald Eugene Miller Jr., Dead or Alive 📅 Tuesday 12th July 2025 🔗https://www.hngn.com/articles/14531/20131010/living-man-declared-legally-dead-eyes-law-ohio-judge-calls-case-strange-situation.htm?utm_source=chatgpt.comShelby’s Good Vibes Only🐾 Tiny Staircases Save Cats from Dutch Canals 📅 Wednesday 10th July 2025🔗 https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/dutch-cities-are-building-these-tiny-staircases-to-help-cats-exit-their-canals/-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott and Shelby have officially landed back in the UK, wrapping up this chapter of their travel journey, and wow, it’s been a ride. From navigating Albania’s surprisingly limited food scene (how many burgers, pizzas, and pastas can one country serve?) to accidentally offending a beach bar owner for “walking into his home”… yes, that actually happened. They dive into culture shock, culinary monotony, and questionable coastal etiquette. Plus in “Scott’s WTF of the Week,” a blow-up doll prompts a full-scale emergency rescue, whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only”, our hearts are warmed by a heroic dog that braves the wilds of Alaska. The episode wraps up with the “Travel Segment,” where Scott and Shelby share their favourite and least favourite things about their recent travels to Albania.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Scott and Shelby dive headfirst into the Liver King meltdown, from his Joe Rogan beef to that Netflix documentary that makes you wonder if even his own family buys the act, sparring over shady business ethics and whether he is truly a bad guy or just another casualty of fame. Things heat up over steroids as they unpack why some people get crucified for it while others skate by, with Shelby’s vegan lens ripping apart the holes in his primal philosophy and Scott digging into what pressures might have pushed him to the edge. They zoom out to question why so many people preach values they can’t fully live by, from meat lovers squeamish about slaughter to activists struggling under the weight of full-time conviction. This week in “Scott’s WTF of the Week,” they break down the misadventure of a kid who decided to climb right into a claw machine, while “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” highlights the record-breaking year for the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award. Finally, in the “Travel Segment,” they dish on Montenegro’s highs and lows and share raw first impressions of Albania.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

If you are a fan of slasher movies this is the episode for you. We spent this episode diving into Shelby’s lifelong obsession with slasher movies, and her almost supernatural ability to unmask the killer inside the first 20 minutes. She breaks down the costume cues and trope trackers that helped her nail every slasher movie you can think off. Most recently cracking Copycat and Happy Death Day, but most impressively how she has again and again unmasked the killer in every Scream movie. Finally, in “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dig into a TSA scanner fiasco triggered by nothing more than sweat, whilst in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” meet the courageous mum who beat the odds, as we celebrate a groundbreaking womb transplant success.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Podcast SEO specialist shares “Yalla Habibi” podcast keyword rankings, Scott’s not happy, whilst Shelby is soaring. Scott opens up about leaving his job and reveals an exciting trip he’s planning this weekend to clear his head. We share Shelby’s big fitness achievement, a draining hike up to Kotor’s fortress, while many couples lost their cool with each other in the scorching heat along the way. We recount our boat tour that nearly capsized in gale‑force winds and experience with a dodgy tour operator. We also learn about the trending "Manu", and a Mussolini concentration camp turned five‑star resort. Finally in, “Scott’s WTF of the Week” we dive into how an ancient pharaoh’s curse might actually hold the key to a groundbreaking cure. While in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” we shine a light on the Swiss doctors who are prescribing museum and art gallery visits. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We never thought a simple bus ride could become an international fiasco until our ticket man insisted on paper tickets only, a passenger gave off full-on predator vibes, and we were crammed into a tiny luggage-jammed mini bus looping through rural Albania. We salute a midnight hero Emre the Turkish taxi ninja who literally sprinted our bags across apartment blocks. In our “Travel Segment” we’ll share our favourite and least favourite thing about Kosovo and our unfiltered first impressions of Montenegro. Plus an exclusive sneak peek at our AI-co-created theme tune. One of us gets heated at our Van Gogh-themed accommodation. Finally, “Scott WTF of the Week” shares the odd fix to your tech neck, and in “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” a heroic four-year-old puts us all to shame.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Delays, lost luggage, and Airbnb headaches at 4am sets the scene before we take a darker turn. We share what it was really like to be caught in a live conflict in Jordan, with missiles overhead and panic setting in as we scrambled to get out. We open up about the shock, the fear, and the strange calm that followed. Then we lighten the mood with our "Travel Segment" where we share our favorite and least favorite moments from Jordan and first impressions of Kosovo’s surprising warmth. Oh, and stick around for “Scott WTF of the Week” when nearly 700 false emergency alerts have police scrambling, the reality behind it will have you in stitches. Plus, “Shelby’s Good Vibes Only” brings a story about kindness and justice that might just restore your faith in humanity.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Shelby unleashes her fury on Brewgooder’s Guava Lager; spoiler it tastes about as exciting as a flat Carling. We wish we where professional alcohol testers, yes that is a real job, then blow your mind with the sneaky truth behind advertisements on lorries; you will never look at trucks the same way again. Plus we geek out over Taylor Swift’s uncanny ability to turn heartbreak and success into pure songwriting gold. Oh and do not miss Scott’s latest "WTF of the Week", a baffling missing persons case with an unbelievable twist. Then, lift your spirits with Shelby’s pick-me-up from "Shelby’s Good Vibes Only", where she shares how Pokémon GO sparked a truly heartwarming story.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

It’s our golden jubilee—Episode 50! And what better way to celebrate than with... someone who hates celebrations? That’s right, it’s also Shelby’s birthday, but she’s not here for the forced fun of birthdays, Christmas, or even New Year’s. We get a bit deep and philosophical unpacking why that is, while Scott makes a case for why those moments matter. Will she ever change her mind? We reveal possibly the most controversial opinion on toasters, Shelby’s new method will change your life. And in this week’s "WTF of the Week", we chat about one man’s wildly unnecessary return to Mount Fuji, and in "Good Vibes Only", some clever chimps give us a lesson in empathy—and first aid.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Recorded straight from our cosy trailer-turned-ultra-marathon-basecamp, this episode is part sweaty milestone, part nature doc, and part Norwegian linguistics lesson (don’t ask—just embrace Bridemoud). Scott hits 70 miles in 16 hours, edging closer to his dream 100-miler, and opens up about the brutal new challenges that nearly stopped him in his tracks. We talk foxes, deer, and bunny cameos, plus what it’s really like living in a caravan part time. "Shelby’s Good Vibes Only" celebrates Rafa Nadal’s emotional farewell at Roland Garros, while Scott’s "WTF of the Week" sails straight out of a Nordic fever dream: a 135-metre cargo ship mysteriously appears in Johan Helbergs garden. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

Ever wondered how kindness can sometimes drive you crazy? We dive into that and much more as Shelby shares her first opera experience, La Bohème, a birthday treat for her mum. We laugh about Shelby’s £20 violin purchase, and end up shocked by the surprising affordability of musical instruments. Plus, we chat about the shocking environmental cost of ChatGPT, and on the other side of the spectrum, how Ecosia is planting trees with every search (every 0.8 seconds to be exact). This week’s WTF moment: a man sets fire to his own house just to watch firefighters, and Shelby’s Good Vibes Only brings a heartwarming tale of 64 years of lifelong friendships and monthly pints. It’s an episode full of laughs, culture, and uplifting stories!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We dive into our obsession with the TV show 'Love on the Spectrum' and how it sparked a chat about synesthesia, number personalities, and why autistic people would make brilliant politicians—less ego, more logic. Then Scott drops his most outrageous story yet: someone he met while travelling in Romania who did no work for an entire year, somehow kept his job—then spiraled straight into a crazy party with politicians, before finally getting fired. Plus, this week’s WTF moment? The genius who unknowingly paid £20K to buy back his own stolen Honda—and Shelby’s heart-melter: Leonardo the tortoise’s nine-month escape and his glorious homecoming. Buckle up for one loud, chaotic, oddly inspiring ride!-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

We kick off in a foul mood before celebrating Scott’s belated birthday with a mad dash through The Ivy and Everyman Cinema (and a cautionary tale about Tattu). Shelby’s flawless one-take video magic contrasts hilariously with Scott’s five-take blooper reel, and we connect over both secretly running YouTube channels before we even met—and debate the great fruit-salad divide. Then it’s 20 minutes to Amsterdam with no safety spiel, plus ATL’s tram voice-over tour of pianos, chapels, art, and speedy Mobile Passport Control. Top it off with Scott’s WTF of the Week—Australia’s six-month AI radio host con—and Shelby’s heart-sting of hope: a paralyzed man tackling the London Marathon.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠

This week, Shelby’s hacking her sleep routine with binaural beats—until she switches tracks mid-song for the twentieth time. We dive into the best over-the-counter meds for surviving long-haul flights, and Shelby confesses to waking herself up mid-air with a fart, blaming the poor soul next to her and triggering a full-blown cabin investigation. Things take a darker turn as we unpack the recent rise in plane crashes in 2025. Meanwhile, Scott shares some recent travel tales: a grown man dribbling on himself the entire flight, a one-hour maintenance delay, and a parking-space standoff between airlines—complete with sarcastic pilot commentary broadcast over the tannoy. Plus, Scott’s WTF of the Week covers Beijing’s first human-robot half-marathon (spoiler: the humans got smoked), and Shelby’s Good Vibes Only shines a light on a promising peanut allergy treatment.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUBSCRIBESubscribe, follow along, and join us as we navigate the exciting and unpredictable waters of podcasting. Yalla Habibi - Let’s go, my friend!WATCH OUR SHORTS⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok⁠