The Wingwoman Episode 5: Red wine miracles, goat-fluencers, and the loneliness of city life
Mar 3, 2020
This lively conversation explores the struggle of loneliness in a bustling city like London, especially for freelancers. Frankie shares a mishap with red wine and her favorite coat, while Charlie rants about the wonders of goat influencers. They dive into the joys of holidaying in their 30s, reminiscing about youthful adventures and the shift to relaxation over chaos. The duo also discusses natural deodorant dilemmas, urban isolation, and daydreams of running a countryside B&B, blending humor with heartfelt reflections.
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Freelance Comfort Leads To Casual Hygiene
- Frankie often skips underwear and deodorant when freelancing at home because she works alone and clothing norms fade.
- She described using natural deodorant cream (Aurelia) as the only natural product that genuinely worked for her after trying sprays that felt like vodka.
Red Wine Bath Miracle
- Frankie was drenched in a bartender's spilled Malbec but soaked her camel coat in water and the stain completely came out.
- She credited her mother for the tip to saturate the stain before considering dry cleaning.
Convenience Tech Erodes Community
- Frankie argues that convenience tech (online shopping, click-and-collect, self-scan) reduces everyday human interactions in cities.
- She links this loss of small interactions to a weakening sense of community and increased loneliness.