Pocketful of Why

Join us in this well-balanced episode: we're talking through classic lit (spoiler alert for Daphne du Maurier's 'Rebecca'), uni flashbacks, drag race, a quick game of shag marry kill, all in time for Charlotte to pick Iain up from the train station. On with the shooooow! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

In this week's episode, we’re talking about being comfy in our veganism, and why that’s not necessarily a good thing With a sprinkling of *political outrage* --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

Spend your free time being frivolously bad at something! This episode, we're claiming that it's an act of anti-capitalist rebellion. Is watching trash TV a hobby? WE SAY YES! Join us as we take a walk through our personal "hobby graveyards", with some *small* tangents about: the Suez canal, aggressively generous grandparents, and (predictably) KNITTING. pocketfulofwhy.wordpress.com @pocketfulofwhy on instagram pocketfulofwhypodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

CW: medical procedure, surgery What happens when your smear test finds abnormal cells? Join us to hear about Hannah's experience of a cervical biopsy: what happened on the day, how the recovery went, and as ever - what they wish they'd known before! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

It's the first episode of season two! We're kicking things off chatting about alone time. What's the difference between alone time and just spending time alone? How do I make time for myself - and enjoy it? What does Bilbo Baggins have to do with any of this? ---- show notes and transcripts: https://pocketfulofwhy.wordpress.com/ instagram @pocketfulofwhy twitter @pocketfulwhy email pocketfulofwhypodcast@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

. . . with special guests: our goofy partners --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

It's non-uniform day here at POW towers, bring in a board game and a multipack of crisps, because we're giving you some off-syllabus content for christmas day! Join us for a CRINGE share, and then we've got some unheard clips from previous episodes, scavenged from the cutting room floor. We hope that wherever you are, you're cosy and full of wet carbs

This week is our last regular episode of the year! We're talking about work: finding a job, interview questions, workplace personas and that tricky work/life balance. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

This week, we're concentrating on the cosy, and cleaning up our sleep habits. Join us for a chat about why sleep is so important for the body and mind, what should (and shouldn't) be on your bedtime-snack menu, and some practical steps you can take to have consistent, quality trips to boboland. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

This week, we're chatting on about *christmas*: food, pressies, family. We're catching up on Charlotte's first year of veganism, swapping tips for sharing christmas with non-vegan loved ones, and putting together a gift guide (cough, wishlist) for the waste-conscious pressie lovers among us. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

This week Charlotte's bringing the psychology knowledge, and we've got a breakdown of seasonal affective disorder and the winter blues. There's history, practical tips, and as ever: daft chat. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

This episode is part two of our vulva-owner's guide. We've rounded up some info on thrush, UTIs aaaand discharge. There's a guide on why and how to do a self-exam, as well as musings on 19th century underwear, mischief with sanitary towels, and the medicinal properties of a bucketful of ice water. Part one is in episode 14, you'll find an anatomy walkthrough, pelvic floor exercises, and a step-by-step on reduced-inflammation shaving techniques --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

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This episode is part one of our vulva-owner's guide. We've got an anatomy walkthrough, pelvic floor exercises, and a step-by-step on reduced-inflammation shaving techniques. Tune in next week for part 2, where we're talking thrush, UTIs and discharge. There'll also be a guide on how and why to do a self-exam. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

Episode 13 is now out!  This week we are talking about mental load & emotional labour.  From managing the house, to being the relationship manager and the big one... communication! On with the show!  --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

This episode is a frank conversation about Hannah's experience of coming out as non-binary in their late 20s. We're talking self-discovery, coping with imposter syndrome and finding gender euphoria. There's some tips for getting comfy with your own gender, and helping other people be comfy with theirs too. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"i buy a bottle of shampoo every week, and i was thinking about this pile of un-recycled bottles" In this episode we're chatting about what we can do to use less (dun dun duuuun) plastic. Felt overwhelmed or disillusioned by your own plastic diet? Us too! Let's get onto political policies, personal habits, the impact of our decisions and the power of our voices. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

In this episode of Pocketful of Why podcast we are talking about booze. From drinking culture, to hangovers, finding your limits and Charlotte's favourite gin. On with the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

In this episode we will be talking with Hannah about their fears, concerns and questions when preparing for a first smear test. Then we catch up again to find out how the smear test went. On with the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

In this episode of Pocketful of Why we are talking about growing up online. From dial-up Internet through MSN, MySpace and Habbo Hotel all the way to our changing relationships with the Internet and toxic online spaces. On with the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"The edge! The edge it BURRNS!" In this episode of Pocketful of Why we are talking about Tween Relationships with a reading of romantic fiction written by 13 year old Hannah. We are discussing our first crushes, becoming girlfriends and the advice we would give our younger selves. On with the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

In this episode of Pocketful of Why we are talking about our experiences with smoking. We are discussing our first cigarettes, becoming addicted and the failures and successes we have had quitting . On with the show! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"I'm the loser writing about hell" In this episode we are playing with horoscopes and tarot cards. We are discussing star signs, taurus memes and tarot supersitions. We also do a tarot reading for Charlotte, Hannah and Pocketful of Why Podcast. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"a song and dance of ice and fire" In this episode of Pocketful of Why podcast we are talking about how to be a good housemate. From moving into halls, private houses, hosting parties to the dreaded chores. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"it’s happened, i didn’t realise and it was probably in maths” In this episode, we chat about periods: from menarche to this very minute we'll be covering: first periods, collection methods, PMS, coping methods, and how our periods have changed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

“come on guys, there’s crumbs all over the kitchen” In this episode we'll be chatting about our experiences with self care We cover: days off, friendships, hobbies, pets, and ~*the power of nature*~ Disclaimer: Hannah talks about their experiences with anxiety and depression. For support and information, we've included some links in our shownotes (pocketfulofwhy.wordpress.com) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message

"the doors open, come on in when you’re ready, we have amazing food" This episode is our introduction to veganism: a guide for baby vegans Disclaimer: we've purposefully avoided any graphic talk about animal cruelty here, but we are forthright with our opinions regarding it. But that can't be a surprise can it? We cover: starting out, top tips, supporting local businesses, pitfalls and finding your own path! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/pocketfulofwhy/message