Chewing the Cork
By Georgia Humbert
Back by unpopular demand, as of Friday the second series of Chewing the Cork podcast has been live!
Some practical and often unconventional advice from people who have really been there and done that, not always with the best results...
So strap on your burgundy leg warmers,
gird your loins
and step into some salmon coloured chinos
for everything from dating disasters to tattoos in the workplace is being discussed, on itunes, acast or wherever you get your podcasts
Some practical and often unconventional advice from people who have really been there and done that, not always with the best results...
So strap on your burgundy leg warmers,
gird your loins
and step into some salmon coloured chinos
for everything from dating disasters to tattoos in the workplace is being discussed, on itunes, acast or wherever you get your podcasts
Chewing the CorkJan 14, 2020
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44:47
Sex and The City- The male perspective
GUEST EPISODE
Jan 14, 202044:47
The Christmas Special!
It's the most wonderful time of the year and undoubtedly the moment you've been waiting for... our Chrimbo special!
And it is very special indeed; full of the best Office Christmas Party stories over the last 30 years and some top tips on how to avoid the same misfortunes
So get some eggnog, sit back and listen to how Ed tried to fight off a group of bouncers over a few bottles of Rose after an eventful karaoke session
Dec 21, 201940:01
Parental advice on... what we'd tell our younger selves
Are you finishing uni and having an extistential crisis? Good, this is the episode for you!
Turning back time to being 21 years old, what pearls of wisdom would Ed, Greg and Jo give themselves?
Would they still bitch about their work colleagues?
Is the secret to marriage being in a competition of kindness?
Is getting smashed with your friends the key to happiness?
Turning back time to being 21 years old, what pearls of wisdom would Ed, Greg and Jo give themselves?
Would they still bitch about their work colleagues?
Is the secret to marriage being in a competition of kindness?
Is getting smashed with your friends the key to happiness?
Dec 12, 201947:46
Parental advice on...holidays
With a lot of experience between them, this weeks our hosts give their top tips of the dos and most importantly, don'ts, of a great holiday.
Nov 28, 201947:57
Parental advice on... feminism
We should all be feminists- right?
But in the age of MeToo what does it mean to be a modern feminist. We discuss conducting yourself in the work place, personal lives and bringing up daughters in this new landscape.
Oct 18, 201929:35
Parental advice on... adult friendships
Did you know that 1/5 men say they have no close friends?
With the help of a special guest, this week we unpack how to make meaningful friendships as an adult, whether men talk about their feelings enough and the least awful way to hug other awkward English people.
And once you've managed to make these new friends we'll let you know the best way to avoid them on your morning commute- you're welcome.
With the help of a special guest, this week we unpack how to make meaningful friendships as an adult, whether men talk about their feelings enough and the least awful way to hug other awkward English people.
And once you've managed to make these new friends we'll let you know the best way to avoid them on your morning commute- you're welcome.
Oct 11, 201947:59
Parental advice on.....weddings
We've covered engagements so now it's time for the main event- the question is, what's the best way to say I do?
Our views on the etiquette of all things bridal; including Who should pay?...
Is it fair to have weddings abroad?...
and our most scandalous wedding stories to date
Our views on the etiquette of all things bridal; including Who should pay?...
Is it fair to have weddings abroad?...
and our most scandalous wedding stories to date
Oct 04, 201943:27
Parental advice on... engagements
If you like it, how do you put a ring on it?
Welcome to our episode on the timeless topic of engagements...
Should you buy the ring before?
Ask parents for permission?
To keep it simple or cheese on top?
Plus, find out why Greg hates engagement rings in this weeks soddet
Welcome to our episode on the timeless topic of engagements...
Should you buy the ring before?
Ask parents for permission?
To keep it simple or cheese on top?
Plus, find out why Greg hates engagement rings in this weeks soddet
Sep 27, 201937:17
Parental advice on... peer pressure and substance abuse
Is the future as bleak as it seems?
With the help of a special guest, see what Jo and Ed have to say about navigating life as a teenager along with all its trials and tribulations.
Covering drugs, alcohol, social media and depression.
Not suitable for younger listeners
With the help of a special guest, see what Jo and Ed have to say about navigating life as a teenager along with all its trials and tribulations.
Covering drugs, alcohol, social media and depression.
Not suitable for younger listeners
Sep 24, 201944:35
Parental advice... men's fashion
While florals for spring are undeniably groundbreaking, so too were Stuart's burgundy leg warmers...
So strap on your Versace belt,
gird your loins
and step into some salmon coloured chinos...
for episode 2 -everything you could want to know about men's clothing and more- is here!
So strap on your Versace belt,
gird your loins
and step into some salmon coloured chinos...
for episode 2 -everything you could want to know about men's clothing and more- is here!
Sep 13, 201943:43
Parental advice on... dating
Welcome to season 2, episode 1!
Don't know whether to split the bill on the first date?
Unsure of what reg flags we'd look out for?
Want to hear Greg's dating disasters?
Well, you've come to the right place! Some practical and often unconventional guidance on dating etiquette and pitfalls for the confused millenial; from a group of somewhat-hopeless-at-dating romantics.
(Parental guidance not advised)
Don't know whether to split the bill on the first date?
Unsure of what reg flags we'd look out for?
Want to hear Greg's dating disasters?
Well, you've come to the right place! Some practical and often unconventional guidance on dating etiquette and pitfalls for the confused millenial; from a group of somewhat-hopeless-at-dating romantics.
(Parental guidance not advised)
Sep 06, 201939:34
Episode 10- Boris Johnson's car
Our last episode of series 1!
Email chewingthecork@gmail.com for suggestions or feedback
Email chewingthecork@gmail.com for suggestions or feedback
Jul 17, 201940:38
Episode 9- Tattoos and social media
Blue hair, embarrassing stories and the problem of communicating via phones
Jun 29, 201943:58
Episode 8- Snowplow parenting
Discussing, with a guest, the problem of over parenting
Jun 21, 201935:44
Episode 7- ABBA and midwifery
This week we're talking about working in the NHS and the wonder of fax machines with a guest in the form of a real life, actual midwife
Jun 14, 201934:43
Episode 6- Part 2
This time we're discussing the rise of veganism
Jun 02, 201919:34
Epidode 6- Part one
Fast cars and baby showers
May 29, 201926:32
Episode 5- Hospitals and hot tubs
This week we're talking about the NHS, messy parties and Jo's love of vintage
May 04, 201941:42
Episode 4- Travel disasters and badgers
Missing flights, getting deported and the issue of fake news.
Apr 11, 201932:35
Episode 3- Open mic, flaming helmets and Gareth
How many times can we talk about skiing in a podcast? A study.
Apr 04, 201933:40
Episode 2- Road rage and Choupette
Discussing everything from shopping trolley etiquette to a millionairess cat
Mar 13, 201932:06
Episode 1- Yoga and dog poo
Three middle aged humans (possibly drinking) muse over life and its frequent misgivings
Feb 27, 201933:04