Honest To Pod

We're taking this episode back to how we used to. Ash and Matt go through a few topics: Matt's (lack of) Love Life, Prince Philip EVERYWHERE, how to be Gay and interview for a job, plus we talk about some highlights of the first half of this season! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It is our final Agony Ash of this half of the season before we take a break. These problems the guys have a lot they can relate to! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt talk a bit about how AMAZING Lil Naz X has been over the past few weeks, how we could all use a bit of blood in our boots (well maybe not Ash) and why we are not super happy with the very fair and totally not skewed Race Report in the UK. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week on Movies With Matt. we review Tangerine. In honour of Transgender Day of Visibility we picked a film with a strong trans cast. This film was revolutionary in many ways.....and not in some others. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another jam packed episode. Ash recaps a NIGHTMARE of customer service (00:35) then we introduce a very special guest, Becky (16:25), who talks about being trans at work, with family and sport. TRIGGER WARNING. This episode includes EXCESSIVE SHOEHORNING of real issues. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt rank their #HTPTop5 Cartoons from their childhood. Man these brought back memories but we could NOT be more different! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt dish out their weekly episode with all things protest. From Anti-lockdown protesters to violence at protests... and has Ash finally gone mad with a conspiracy theory? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt with Jordan give advice on the 3 strike rule, farting in someone's face and gay dating in big cities! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Matt and Ash talk about the polices handling of Sarah Everard and our right to protest! Then we catch up with Simon Dunn, former Australian bobsleigher and current personal trainer and community activist. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We had a recommendation from previous guest @NickHeath #lifecommentary when Ash and Matt looked for a female led movie in honour of International Women's Day and it doesn't disappoint! Could this be the movie of the season??? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

it is our 100th EPISODE!!!! WOOOOWWW and what a jam pack one too. Ash and Matt could NOT miss talking about Oprah's chat with Meghan and Harry.....(03:50). We then catch up with @alexiscaught to talk about one of Matt's favourite things: SKINCARE! (36:08) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are back with out #HTPTop5 Ranking....of Crisps (or chips for the US). Tora comes in to challenge Matt.....who has the best list? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

WE CAN'T BELIEVE IT.....There is an actual...WOMAN... on the podcast. Ash and Matt talk with Tora from www.freedom4girls.co.uk about women's issues and feminism. We. Learnt. A lot. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Matt and Ash are joined by (now regular) Jordan for another segment of Agony Ash to talk crying on zoom, getting fat and your housemates new boyfriend. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Ash and Matt discuss a (13:08) negative review received then chat with (22:12) Crystal, known for East London Drag Royalty and Rupaul's Drag Race UK S1. They talk about hairy chest, what makes them Queer and why you CAN'T watch Love Actually again. (60:00) Then you can find out a what influenced Matt and Ash in embracing their queerness. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Ash and Matt get a recommendation from a listener Ed Nichols to watch Handsome Devil. It's Rugby, it's Gay....It's IRISH. All on brand for this week. WARNING: There is a mild spoiler at (14:00) for 20 seconds so listen back at (14:20) to avoid. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another Jam packed episode where we talk about being gay in the professional rugby environment. First we talk to newly Out Pro Rugby Player Devin Ibanez (5:27​) and then take it to the media with broadcaster and #lifecommentary​ creator Nick Heath (39:58​). See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Adam Zmith is back to rank his #HTPTop5 Queer Icons with Ash and Matt for LGBT Histroy Month See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Knowledge is power. And this week we honour LGBT History Month with Adam Zmith from the Log Books Podcast, also produced by Tash Walker and Shivani Dave. We talk the HIV/AIDS Epidemic, nightlife, Section 28 and more! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Jordan stays with us to discuss dating in lockdown and what do you do if your vegan friend throws all your meat away See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We have a jam packed episode. FIRST we chat with Rupaul's Drag Race UK Superstar Asstina Mandela on Drag, growing up in Essex and POOP.Then we bring back Jordan Webb, our first ever guest from episode 61 and find out how the last year has been. He even brought along Bryan who was inspired by the episode to open up about his experiences of sexual violence in aid of Sexual Violence and Sexual Abuse Awareness week #itsnotok.Phew it's a biggie. Enjoy See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Sticking with the theme of Strong Women, Matt rates the movie "The First Wives Club". It might be a bit more woke than we thought. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt discuss the highs and lows of the Inauguration, gender roles and why kids should NOT be left to go hungry. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is our First #HTPTop5 segment where Ash and Matt rank their top 5 RuPaul's Drag Race Queen's to see who's list comes out on top! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Ash and Matt are joined by prominent Civil Rights Lawyer and Pennsylvania Representative Brian Sims. He tells us about coming out to his college football team, learning from our mistakes and why he is looking forward to the new administration. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Honest To Pod - Segment!_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _AGONY AUNT ASH_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Ash is infamous for giving the worst advice, so listen up - he is here to talk you through any situation whether you want it or not. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Ash and Matt are joined by John Henry - a fellow gay rugby player, who is also a man of the cloth. John joins us to talk us through his unique story of growing up in Northern Ireland and secretly going to church. Listen to how his faith then grew to be a vocational aspiration and how he managed to find solace in his faith AND his sexuality. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Honest To Pod - Segment!_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _MOVIES WITH MATT_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _Infamous movie avoider Matt watches a film suggested by the podlettes in an effort to watch more films AND see how woke films are. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt are back with Season 4 - :OThis week Ash and Matt kick off the new year (and new season) thinking about ways they can look to improve things in their life. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt get together for some festive friendly funtimes. Christmas films/music/food - we have the covered :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a HTP Replay: Ash and Matt have selected this episode as one of their favourites of the year. Why not give it a listen and let us know what you think? Do you have an episode you thought was the best? Send us a DM in insta :)NEVER HAVE I EVER - Said no-one, ever...Ash & Matt pop open the wine this week and decide to play never have I ever. Join in for some tipsy lolly lols and the two go through some school food, dodgy dealings, food snatchers and BMI - just another week of corona-living. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a HTP Replay: Ash and Matt have selected this episode as one of their favourites of the year. Why not give it a listen and let us know what you think? Do you have an episode you thought was the best? Send us a DM in insta :)Welcome back to Honest To Pod - and what an amazing first episode this is. For the first time ever Ash & Matt are joined by a third... Friend of the show and all around bestie, Jordan Webb. Jordan opens up and tells his story about the abuse he suffered growing up. This write up could not do his telling justice, so make sure you listen. Both Ash & Matt were gripped! #ItsNotOKJordan asked to push out this episode this week as it is Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week - check out the website dedicate to raising awareness to this amazing cause. Also show support by using the campaign hashtag #ItsNotOKAlso some Agony Aunt situations including one around the ex of current bf and his doggie drama!Sit back and enjoy as HTP is back on your device!- - - - - - - - - - - - -If you or someone you know, has been affected by sexual assault then there are some great support systems in place. Here are a few.Rape CrisisHelpline: 0808 802 9999 (12-2:30 and 7-9:30)rapecrisis.org.ukRASAC (Rape and Sexual Abuse Support Centre)National Helpline: 0808 802 9999 (12-2.30 & 7-9.30)rasasc.org.ukThe Survivors TrustHelpline: 0808 801 0818thesurvivorstrust.orgSurvivors UK – Male Rape and Sexual Abuse Supportsurvivorsuk.org See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a HTP Replay: Ash and Matt have selected this episode as one of their favourites of the year. Why not give it a listen and let us know what you think? Do you have an episode you thought was the best? Send us a DM in insta :)This week, Ash & Matt are joined by Jon Gordon - the oldest 3o+ year old known alive. When he is not not using moisturiser he is actually doing some really impressive stuff. For starters, he is an assistant headteacher and gay black physicist at a leading maths and physics specialist sixth form college... Plus he also is the founder of The Blackett Lab Family; a growing collective of UK based lack physicists who share a passion for physics and community. This week they talk about schools going back and what the horizon is like for students today NEXT we also talk about the riots and protests happening across the states and the world in the aftermath of the treatment of George Floyd See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a HTP Replay: Ash and Matt have selected this episode as one of their favourites of the year. Why not give it a listen and let us know what you think? Do you have an episode you thought was the best? Send us a DM in insta :)Bippidty boppidy boo... Ash and Matt roll the sleeves up to talk about Men's Rights. Following a short documentary on BBC, it inspired the two to look at the two different angles of the Men's Rights Movement - what it means and what do they stand for? Is it just a group dead set on destroying feminism or do they have a legit point? What do you think? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is a HTP Replay: Ash and Matt have selected this episode as one of their favourites of the year. Why not give it a listen and let us know what you think? Do you have an episode you thought was the best? Send us a DM in insta :)This week the two gays give you podcast listeners a run down of essential skin care routines before talking about Quaden Bayles and bulling. But don't let this overshadow Ash's new romance with The Sims and his two dogs: Bark Ruffalo and JK Growling... Lets just say that this episode of Honest To Pod is lols from start to finish... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The last episode of the season and Ash and Matt reflect on the times gone by. :) Tune in - laugh and love :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week Ash & Matt are joined by a friend, Craig Terron, who is here to talk about a research project he was involved with at work: Titled Online Surveillance, Censorship, and Discrimination for LGTQIA+ Community Worldwide. It is a crazy interesting document that looks at how using apps like Grindr & Her are potentially really unsafe and specifically in areas where being gay is a threat to your safety. How do governments access your data to target you? As if that wasn't enough, we have obviously packed it full of other gems like Spreadsheets and Friends With Benefits - Love a good rom-com :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt and ash's spot, talk about couples and how things might work in an unbalanced income scenario. But first, they tell the horror of night buses. Join in this week for fun fun fun :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Just like the Janet Jackson song, Ash & Matt are Together Again.... talking sport like the lads... only really talking about Rugby's strange plans to be super transphobic... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ash and Matt connect this week to talk about all things happening. Ash opens up and talks about his recent struggles with mental health, the isolation he is feeling and taking Matt's advice of using the pod as a form of therapy. (It did help). The guys also catch up on Naya Rivera, the curse of Glee show & the tension of living at home with parents. Thanks for listening :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

howdy ho! Episode 84 sees Ash and Matt respond to the CRRRAAAZZZYYYYYYY tweet put out (and quickly deleted) bu U.K. House Of Commons... Conversion Therapy. Then it is also an update on chit-chat, games, films and president Kanye West... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Join Ash and Matt this week as they talk about all the stuff that's happening. From New Zealand sex education methods to their own experiences with the birds and the bees - this pair are on it. Then the conversation goes on to update about CrossFit, cause everyone loves that... right? Then Ash and Matt talk about white privilege/guilt as part of the BLM movement. Lastly, the 'terror ?' attack in reading that saw the murder of 3 gay men - why has it been quiet on the news outlets? This and more in another jam packed episode of Honest To Pod. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Ash and Matt, are on their lonesome - but that's OK. Rustic and raw, this episodes peels back what it means for Grindr to remove their ethnicity filters on their settings. Tune in and enjoy. Love Ash & Matt xxxxxxx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is part B of an interview which started on episode 80 - us bitches talked soooo long that acast (podcast hosting platform) were like "oi, no, you guys need to spread that sort of laugher over two episodes. So that is what we did.In this episode, Ash & Matt are still with the delightful Kayi, who talks more about his experiences of being a straight black actor, his "coming out" to his parents, identity with BLM and how Covid-19 has affected the industry...Thanks for listening and supporting. :) love you all. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This is part A of an interview that continues on episode 81 - us bitches talked soooo long that acast (podcast hosting platform) were like "oi, no, you guys need to spread that sort of laugher over two episodes. So that is what we did.In this episode, Ash & Matt are joined by Matt's school friend Kayi, who overcome his own difficulties to go on and become an actor... Hot of the heels of playing Lola in Kinky Boots, Kayi joins us to talk through some of his experiences being a straight man of colour. Topics include audition fails, in stage drama and working abroad. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The world has exploded, and so has this podcast - not really, but we like to be dramatic; a bit like CrossFit's (now ex) CEO Greg Glassman. Hitting up his social feed with some pretty insensitive material - plus as the racial debate (odd saying that in 2020) continues, Ash and Matt are joined by a special guest Rash - a member of the Met Police service who joins the guys to tell of his experience in the police force as a black cop. Have a listen, join the chat - play nice and be safe. Much love, A&M xxxxx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

This week, Ash & Matt are joined by Jon Gordon - the oldest 3o+ year old known alive. When he is not not using moisturiser he is actually doing some really impressive stuff. For starters, he is an assistant head teacher and gay black physicist at a leading maths and physics specialist sixth form college... Plus he also is the founder of The Blackett Lab Family; a growing collective of UK based lack physicists who share a passion for physics and community. This week they talk about schools going back and what the horizon is like for students today NEXT we also talk about the riots and protests happening across the states and the world in the aftermath of the treatment of George Floyd See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Another week into lockdown and the world is adjusting. For example, Eammon Ashton-Atkinson was supposed to launch his new documentary Steelers as part of the the BFI Flare Film Festival when *cough* corona happened. But for a special few (hundred) we got a private screening and Ash & Matt talk through the powerful narrative told through the eyes of four people connected with the club. Then it's a flash back to Game Of Thrones and we discuss who is the best GOT character... who are you saying? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Organic farmer, and all round nice guy, Ben Andrews joins Ash & Matt this week to talk about all things: life on the farm, furloughed workers coming to help pick veg, his inability to use a skipping rope AND Agrespect, the LGBTQ rural network set up to promote and support diversity outside the city & much much pore.Also it is mental health awareness week and we talk about the importance of mental health and Ben highlights the issues LGBTQ farmers face with their mental health and how farming is highly affected.If you are struggling during these worrying times, it is important to speak out and seek support. Don't bottle it up - use one of the many charities set up to offer a shoulder to lean on. Take care and stay safe xxx See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ready, Set.... GOOOOOoooooooo.... and they're off: this week's entry into the podcast world features a very special guest, Micky (Michael Walsh) - owner of CrossFit Limavady and CrossFit athlete, Walshy is who kickstarted Ash into doing (some form of) CrossFit and is just an all-round positive polly! This week the trio talk Adele's weight loss, and how others project negativity onto people who lose weight to make themselves feel better... Micky's love of Britney Spears comes to light in a Britney vs Cristina "who the better singer" rift with Matt - and Micky just gives insight into some of his success and his positive attitude and what keeps him grinding.... See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Howdy new and returning listeners - we hope you are keeping well? This week is week 6/7/8 of lockdown and if you are anything like us, which I am sorry if you are, this is getting to you something serious. (note, you dont have to be like us at all for this to get to you - it is getting to everyone.)Anyway - this week, we have Dr Doug on who is a real life doctor, not just Ash and Matt saying things they don't really understand, altho there is plenty of that too. Dr Doug is on to talk about covid-19, the recent announcement that Gay/Bi Sexual men can not give their plasma to help treat corona patience (if they have had anal and/or oral sex in the past three months) - which links with the "rules" around donating blood... here we go again. Tune in, tap, double tap, just enjoy :) See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.