Dig It with Jo Whiley and Zoe Ball

Jo and Zoe dig in to your questions and comments. Should this listener forgive her friends for not checking in? One mum shares a moving conversation with her son, and we hear how Dig It brought two listeners together… in New Zealand!

Plus, Jo and Zoe are joined by Counselling Psychologist Dr Ritz Birah who shares her tips for the perfect night’s sleep - from brain flossing, to the ultimate relaxation technique.

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🌳 The Woodland Trust - Join the Woodland Trust from just £4 a month and support the protection of the UK's woods and trees. Visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/join and find out more.

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Eve Jones

Assistant Producer: Sabah Salam

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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With Halloween around the corner, things get spooky in this week’s Dig It! Join Jo and Zoe for ghostly tales, creepy costumes and their Celebrity Traitors predictions REVEALED. Hear their memories of Amy Winehouse as Back to Black turns 20, why Raye’s live show blew Jo away, and how Zoe managed to salsa dance with Ross Poldark. Plus, celebrating Coco’s 18th sparks nostalgia for birthday parties, perms and beanie babies!

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This episode is brought to you by Thriva, Charlie Bigham’s, The Woodland Trust, Zenidog, Panda London, BUPA, Arla B.O.B and La Roche-Posay.

🩸 Thriva - Look after what matters with Thriva’s personalised at-home health tracking and doctor support. Dig It listeners get 10% off their first order at www.thriva.co/digit

🍽️ Charlie Bigham’s — Look out for all the Charlie Bigham's dishes on your next shop. Charlie Bigham's, Slowly Does It.

🌳 The Woodland Trust - Join the Woodland Trust from just £4 a month and support the protection of the UK's woods and trees. Visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/join and find out more.

🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

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🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to LOOKFANTASTIC to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Eve Jones

Assistant Producer: Sabah Salam

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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Jo and Zoe hear Dr Xand van Tulleken’s perspective on the wellness industry. From supplements to vitamins, health anxiety to wearable tech, he shares his thoughts and research on the nation’s quest to be healthy.

If you have any health concerns, it’s recommended you speak to your doctor.

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This episode is brought to you by…

🍽️ Charlie Bigham’s — Look out for all the Charlie Bigham's dishes on your next shop. Charlie Bigham's, Slowly Does It.

🌳 The Woodland Trust - Join the Woodland Trust from just £4 a month and support the protection of the UK's woods and trees. Visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/join and find out more.

🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Cameron Laira, Dan Moss and Jack Whiteside

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Jo and Zoe tackle all the big questions this week: would you become a mum again at 52? Are you glad to see the return of the seminal television show, Girls? And are long voice notes ever acceptable? Plus, hear Zoe’s incredible impression as they discuss the government’s £100 fines for ‘loudcasting’ and find out which Dig It gardeners have been raving with Jo.

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This episode is brought to you by: White Stuff, Charlie Bigham’s, La Roche-Posay, Arla B.O.B, Bupa, Bloom + Wild, Woodland Trust, Zenidog and Panda London:

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🍽️ Charlie Bigham’s — Look out for all the Charlie Bigham's dishes on your next shop. Charlie Bigham's, Slowly Does It.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to LOOKFANTASTIC to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

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🌳 The Woodland Trust - Join the Woodland Trust from just £4 a month and support the protection of the UK's woods and trees. Visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/join and find out more.

🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss and Jack Whiteside

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Whether it’s a simple coffee-swap to start your day, advice on supplements or an anti-inflammatory post-roast hack, Midlife Nutritionist Karen Newby has endless advice on how to have a happier, healthier menopause – and the best bit is, you don’t need to get up at 5am or start journaling. Watch Jo and Zoe’s fascinating conversation with Karen – now.

Karen’s new book The Post-Menopause Method is out now (Pavilion), hardback: £22.

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🍽️ Charlie Bigham’s — Life is richer when you slow down and give things the care they deserve, which is exactly what Charlie Bigham’s celebrates with its Slowly Does It campaign. From testing more than 30 varieties of tomato for its lasagne ragù to hand-cutting the salmon and hake in its fish pie, it’s the attention to detail that makes all the difference.

🌳 The Woodland Trust - Join the Woodland Trust from just £4 a month and support the protection of the UK's woods and trees. Visit woodlandtrust.org.uk/join and find out more.

🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

🍂 White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to LOOKFANTASTIC to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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The Minister for Women and Equalities, Bridget Phillipson MP, and the government’s Women’s Employment Ambassador, Mariella Frostrup, sit down with Jo and Zoe for an exclusive interview ahead of World Menopause Day. They ask the Minister and Mariella what the government is doing to shine a light on women’s health, whether enough is being done to support menopausal women in the workplace and for their must-watch TV shows in Crate Digging. Hear the person behind the politician in this episode not to be missed.

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This episode is brought to you by White Stuff, La Roche-Posay, Arla B.O.B, Bupa, Bloom + Wild, Zenidog and Panda London:

🍂 White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to LOOKFANTASTIC to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

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🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

CREDITS

Exec Producers: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss & Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Dan Moss and Jack Whiteside

Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo and Zoe tackle your rants, dilemmas and questions, opening up about the minor inconveniences giving them midlife rage, debating whether shops should stay closed on a Sunday and reminiscing about the theme tunes that trigger the Sunday scaries. Plus, the Digger with a heart of gold and the funniest names for grandparents.

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This episode is brought to you by Zenidog, Panda London, White Stuff, La Roche-Posay, Arla B.O.B, Bupa and Bloom + Wild.

🐕 Zenidog - Help your dog feel safe and secure this Bonfire Night with Zenidog Calming Gel Diffusers, which are available from veterinary practices or Amazon.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

🍂 White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to LOOKFANTASTIC to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss, Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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The treachery, the game play, the outfits… it can only mean one thing: Celebrity Traitors is back, and Jo and Zoe are obsessed! Hear their take on the series so far and their predictions for the final. Also this week: as one celebrity poses in her Tena pants, does more need to be done to normalise incontinence? Plus, find out which hair trend Melinda Messenger, Olivia Colman and Sarah Jessica Parker are embracing; add a bit of colour to your garden with tips from this week’s expert; and get a pen and paper ready for Jo and Zoe’s excellent Crate Digging picks.

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This episode is brought to you by White Stuff, La Roche-Posay, Arla B.O.B, Bupa, Panda London and Bloom + Wild:

🍂 This episode is brought to you by White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to Lookfantastic to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. could we please link to this website? https://tinyurl.com/ptyfs6cc

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

🐼 Panda London — Make hot flushes and night sweats more manageable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head tohttp://pandalondon.com/digithttp://pandalondon.com/digit to discover menopause-friendly bedding and get 15% off your next order.

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss, Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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As Will Young announces his Evergreen 25th Anniversary Tour, he opens up to Jo and Zoe about his time on Pop Idol, relationship with Simon Cowell, challenging stereotypes and freaky premonitions. He also talks about the incredible power of gardening and joins a game of ‘Evergreen or Leave Right Now’, with some surprising revelations.

Tickets for Will Young's "The Evergreen 25th Anniversary Tour" are now on sale.

https://www.willyoung.co.uk/

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This episode is brought to you by White Stuff, La Roche-Posay, Arla B.O.B, Bupa and Bloom & Wild.

🍂 White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

✨ La Roche-Posay – Discover the new Hyalu B5 routine today. Head to Lookfantastic to shop the new Hyalu B5 Serum and Refillable Cream. could we please link to this website? https://www.lookfantastic.com/c/brands/la-roche-posay/la-rocheposay-hyalu-b5/?msockid=09fc0370e02b6b8c282214e5e14c6a02&utm_source=sources-onlineads&utm_medium=social_video_paid&utm_content=lrp_skin_hyalu-b5_video_aw&utm_campaign=lrp_skin_hyalu-b5_hyalu-b5-october-media-campaign

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss, Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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It’s been one of those weeks, and Jo and Zoe think the Full Moon has something to do with it! From Strictly, Bake Off, Celebrity Traitors and Sharon Horgan’s new show Youth, they share their thoughts on the TV everyone’s watching. Plus, find out what our Prime Minister Andy Burnham has been saying about the menopause, why autumn’s the new spring when it comes to planting and some cracking recommendations in Crate Digging.

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This episode is brought to you by Starling, Ancient + Brave, White Stuff, Arla B.O.B, Bupa and Bloom & Wild.

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🍂 This episode is brought to you by White Stuff – Discover White Stuff's new autumn collection, inspired by getting outdoors, embracing your independent spirit and reconnecting with the world beyond our phones. Enjoy 15% off your order with code DIGIT15 off full price items online and in store until 31st Dec 2026. Head to http://www.whitestuff.com​​ to explore the collection and find out more about the Looking Up campaign.

🥛 Arla B.O.B – Looking for an easy swap without compromising on taste? Arla B.O.B tastes just like semi-skimmed milk but with all the benefits of skimmed. It's perfect in your morning tea or coffee, and easy to spot in the supermarket with its distinctive yellow top. Give Arla B.O.B a try and see if you can taste the difference.

💙 Bupa – Search Bupa Family Health Insurance to get your quote. Pre-existing conditions not covered. Terms and conditions apply https://www.bupa.co.uk/health/health-insurance/family-health-insurance

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss and Jack Whiteside

Hosted on Acast. See https://acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jo and Zoe get real about the aging process and what it really feels like when your senses start to decline. They also open up family fallouts and health and safety gone mad. Plus, don’t miss their invaluable words of wisdom to the Digger embarking on a new, daunting chapter of her life.

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Zoe celebrates 30 years since she first presented Live & Kicking with Jamie Theakston, Jo shares her post-Brexit airport experience and they both settle a Digger’s decades-old, hair-raising debate. Plus, as Little Mix’s Leigh-Anne Pinnock shocks London Fashion Week goers with her fountain of ‘breast milk’, Jo and Zoe open up about the highs and lows of breastfeeding their own children.

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Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss

Video Editors: Dan Moss, Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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Happy Earth, Wind & Fire Day to all who celebrate. Jo and Zoe talk about body hair double standards, the reality of an empty nest as kids go off to uni and… are you ‘Team Jo’ or ‘Team Zoe’ when it comes to the changing seasons? Plus, hear the Digger voice note that had Zoe in tears and find out why Jo might be in Disco Steve’s bad books after hearing this episode.

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This episode is brought to you by Starling, Ancient + Brave, Costa Coffee at Home and Bloom & Wild.

💐 Bloom & Wild — Looking for a thoughtful gift? Bloom & Wild has so much more than beautiful flowers, with carefully curated hampers, candles, brownies and books for every occasion. Enjoy 15% off your order at bloomandwild.com with the code DIGIT15 at checkout. Care wildly with Bloom & Wild.

☕ Costa Coffee at Home — Start your morning with the same great Costa taste you know and love, now in your own mug at home. Costa's new Everyday Instant Coffee is inspired by their iconic Mocha Italia blend and comes in three varieties: Smooth, Intense and Decaf. Available in selected large format supermarkets across the UK, subject to availability.

📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🌿 Ancient + Brave — Support your skin, joints, bones and overall wellbeing with Ancient + Brave's responsibly sourced collagen. Their Wild Collagen is neutral tasting, dissolves easily into your morning coffee and is designed for optimal absorption. Ancient + Brave is a certified B Corp, with marine collagen sourced from MSC-certified wild-caught fish. Head to ancientandbrave.earth/planet and use code DIGIT for 20% off your order.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss & Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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It’s all mullets, music and mashed potato this week, as Jo and Zoe share their – and your – iconic 80s looks, head back to the school canteen and give their take on the new Oasis documentary and their 2027 world tour. Plus find out what nickname Zoe was given in school (kids can be so cruel!) and why Hugh Jackman and John Travolta are just like us.

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This episode is brought to you by Starling, Ancient + Brave, Bloom & Wild and Costa Coffee.

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Exec Producer: Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Dan Moss & Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Dan Moss and Jack Whiteside

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Pop superstar Anastacia gets real with Jo about her insecurities in her early career, trying to make it in her 20s and why she’s done with liars. Find out why Jo says everything’s a bit of a shitshow at the moment and don’t miss Anastacia’s amazing advice every woman needs to hear.

Anastacia’s tour starts in Dublin on 15th September 2026 and her new album ‘Symphonic Revolution’ is out in November. For more information, go to: https://www.anastacia.com/

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This episode is brought to you by Starling, Ancient + Brave and Costa Coffee.

📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🌿 Ancient + Brave — Support your skin, joints, bones and overall wellbeing with Ancient + Brave's responsibly sourced collagen. Their Wild Collagen is neutral tasting, dissolves easily into your morning coffee and is designed for optimal absorption. Ancient + Brave is a certified B Corp, with marine collagen sourced from MSC-certified wild-caught fish. Head to ancientandbrave.earth/planet and use code DIGIT for 20% off your order.

☕ Costa Coffee at Home — Start your morning with the same great Costa taste you know and love, now in your own mug at home. Costa's new Everyday Instant Coffee is inspired by their iconic Mocha Italia blend and comes in three varieties: Smooth, Intense and Decaf. Available in selected large format supermarkets across the UK, subject to availability.

CREDITS

Exec Producers: Jonathan O’Sullivan & Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Lucie Richardson

Technical Producers: Oliver Geraghty & Dan Moss

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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Global superstar Anastacia is in for Zoe this week. She lifts the lid on the menopause, her life-saving mastectomy and life on the road with her beloved Chocolate Yorkie, Broady. Plus find out what Elton John gave Anastacia as a present, Celine Dion’s sage advice and the surprising way her life overlaps with Jo’s. Oh, and if anyone’s dog needs a hair cut, Anastacia’s your gal!

Anastacia’s tour starts in Dublin on 15th September 2026 and her new album ‘Symphonic Revolution’ is out in November. For more information, go to: https://www.anastacia.com/

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📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🌿 Ancient + Brave — Support your skin, joints, bones and overall wellbeing with Ancient + Brave's responsibly sourced collagen. Their Wild Collagen is neutral tasting, dissolves easily into your morning coffee and is designed for optimal absorption. Ancient + Brave is a certified B Corp, with marine collagen sourced from MSC-certified wild-caught fish. Head to ancientandbrave.earth/planet and use code DIGIT for 20% off your order.

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Exec Producers: Jonathan O’Sullivan & Sam Michell

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Lucie Richardson

Technical Producers: Oliver Geraghty & Dan Moss

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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Jo and Zoe are joined by relationship therapist and neurodivergence specialist Karen Doherty.

Whether you’re dating, divorced or decades-married, there’s something in this episode for you! Karen covers everything from how to stop an argument from exploding, how to recover intimacy when things get friend-zoned, and why not putting the bins out could save your relationship!

You can find out more about Karen’s work on her website - https://karendohertycoaching.co.uk/about/

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This episode is brought to you by

📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🌿 Ancient + Brave — Support your skin, joints, bones and overall wellbeing with Ancient + Brave's responsibly sourced collagen. Their Wild Collagen is neutral tasting, dissolves easily into your morning coffee and is designed for optimal absorption. Ancient + Brave is a certified B Corp, with marine collagen sourced from MSC-certified wild-caught fish. Head to ancientandbrave.earth/planet and use code DIGIT for 20% off your order.

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Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan

Producer: Harriet Thurley & Samantha Psyk

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones & Lucie Richardson

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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Jo and Zoe rewind to Reading Festival days, celebrate the brilliance of Dolly Parton and Tim Curry, and wonder when they suddenly became the mums at the festival gates.

Plus sweet peas, September intentions, new telly, old tunes and those tiny moments when grief catches you completely off guard.

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Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

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Jo and Zoe hear from diggers asking: Is it wrong to hide tweakments from your partner? Have you ever had to move hotel rooms because of some ghostly energy? And when did a 99 Flake start costing more than 99p!?

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📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot nights more comfortable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head to http://pandalondon.com and spend over £50 to receive a free Bamboo Eye Mask with your order using code DIGIT.

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Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Cameron Laird and Jack Whiteside

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Comedian, presenter and author Mel Giedroyc joins Jo and Zoe to talk about her new book, 'The Comeback'. They also discuss failure, female friendship, funeral lists and feral weeing. But not before a post-holiday catch-up with Jo and Zoe, and the festival everyone should know about!

Mel Giedroyc's new book,' The Comeback', is out 27th August. Click to buy - https://www.waterstones.com/book/the-comeback/mel-giedroyc/9781472256263

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This episode is brought to you by Starling, Panda London, L’Oreal.

📱 Starling: the bank that helps you organise your money, build great habits and stay in control of your spending. Do life together with a joint account - find out more at http://starlingbank.com/current-account/joint-bank-account. T&Cs and eligibility apply for Joint, Personal and Easy Saver accounts. Individual Personal accounts are required.

🐼 Panda London — Make hot nights more comfortable with Panda London’s beautifully soft, breathable and thermoregulating bamboo bedding. Head to http://pandalondon.com and spend over £50 to receive a free Bamboo Eye Mask with your order using code DIGIT.

💄L'Oréal Paris True Match Hyaluron Tinted Balm - Ready for a new era of foundation? Discover your perfect shade of the New L'Oréal Paris True Match Hyaluron Tinted Balmonline or at your nearest Boots or Superdrug counter.

CREDITS

Exec Producer: Jonathan O’Sullivan

Producer: Harriet Thurley

Assistant Producer: Eve Jones

Technical Producer: Oliver Geraghty

Video Editors: Dan Moss, Cameron Laird & Jack Whiteside

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