

Everything Is Content
Beth, Ruchira & Oenone
In a world where Everything Is Content - Beth McColl, Ruchira Sharma and Oenone are here to guide you through the stories that have ignited the internet each week.Films, viral long reads, Instagram scandals, celebrity nonsense, reality TV obsessions and TikTok trends- if you can post about it online, then we can (and will) turn it into discourse.Every week, Beth, Ruchira and Oenone will delve into the biggest and splashiest pop culture culture stories, before weighing in on the conversations that they have incited online. Why are we so interested in these stories? And what does this say about us as we try to navigate life in the "real" world?Get in huns, we're making content about content. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok @EverythingIsContentPod Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 4, 2025 • 58min
Dystopian TV, Tabloid Cruelty & Hailey Bieber
Dive into the intriguing world of modern reality television and tabloid culture. Is it ethical for wealthy influencers to play at being frugal on shows like Inside? Explore the harsh scrutiny faced by celebrity couples and the dark tactics of tabloid journalism, especially around figures like Hailey Bieber. The conversation also humorously critiques the misogyny in media narratives while calling for more empathy and privacy in the age of relentless gossip. Strap in for a thought-provoking discussion on fame, ethics, and societal engagement!

Apr 2, 2025 • 37min
Everything In Conversation: Gen Z Partying & The Death Of Nightlife
Dive into Gen Z's unique nightlife culture shaped by technology and social media. Explore the decline in nightclub attendance and changing social dynamics, with intimate gatherings replacing traditional party scenes. Discover how recent pop culture events reflect broader societal trends. The discussion also highlights proposed quiet zones in London and their implications for nightlife institutions. Personal stories shed light on the pressures around partying, as well as the longing for connection in a post-pandemic world.

Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 6min
Wuthering Heights, Misogyny Slop & The End of 'Very Online'
The most blessed day of the week is here – EIC drop day.Bury your face in some classic online discourse with this week's furore around a few grainy pics of Margot Robbie on-set for Wuthering Heights. Perhaps less silly – the misogyny slop network funnelling you into alt-right content... Finally, we might be spending hours online a day, but are any of us Very Online anymore? Thank you so much for listening! If you could give us a rating on your podcast app, we would be SO grateful!In collaboration with Cue Podcasts------This week, Ruchira was loving Perfect DaysOenone was loving It's My PartyBeth was loving Parks and Recreation and The End of ChildrenWhy Fans Are So Mad About Emerald Fennell's Adaptation of Wuthering HeightsEmerald Fennell’s Wuthering Heights adaptation looks terrible alreadyMargot Robbie Drifts Through The Moors In A Wedding Dress In The First On-Set Photos From Emerald Fennell’s Wuthering HeightsHow Pop Culture Is Radicalizing YouThe age of being 'very online' is over. Here's why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 2025 • 28min
Everything In Conversation: Modern Masculinity & Morning Routines
It's Wednesday- let's talk. This week we chatted with you about the now infamous and highly-memed morning routine of American fitness influencer Ashton Hall, which included multiple ice dunkings, healthy food prepared by female staff, some mid-air hovering and a lot of alone time. With over 2.93 million subscribers on YouTube and 4.7 million followers on TikTok (at time of recording), he’s in the ears and eyes and minds of many modern men. What we want to know- and try to figure out- is if this is a new and healthier frontier of manliness or something more insidious How has something that would have been relentlessly mocked a decade ago now the epitome of high value and peak performance? As always we loved being in conversation with you! If you want to take part in future episodes, see behind the scenes clips or just have a chat with us in our DMs or comments, follow us on IG and TikTok @everythingincontentpod.See you Friday!O, R, B Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 21, 2025 • 55min
Adolescence, Severance & Fatphobic Filters
Congratulations – you've made it through the week. Your gift is a brand new EIC episode!Everyone has (rightly) been floored by Netflix's latest drama tackling misogyny, online bullying and radicalisation. Adolescence has been praised as 'flawless' TV. Is four episodes enough to explore such a rich issue? And are the right characters platformed in this story?Severance stans – you've waited long enough. We finally clocked in for our Severance shift, and dissected the much-loved Apple TV thriller, and its second series. Meanwhile, if things weren't dark enough in pop culture, IRL fatphobic TikTok filters have been gaining in popularity. But how did we get here... again? The blatant cruelty is galling.Thank you so much for listening! Please consider leaving us a review and rating, and following us wherever you're listening <3In partnership with Cue Podcasts. Ruchira has been loving... Lady Gaga's Mayhem and The End of Seriousness Beth has been loving... Tea alarm and Ellie and NatasiaOenone has been loving... Running PointAdolescenceAdolescence review – the closest thing to TV perfection in decadesThe Parental Panic of AdolescenceSeveranceThe ‘Chubby’ and ‘Skinny’ TikTok Filters Prove Fatphobia Is Worse Than EverSociety has never hated fat people as much as we do nowMaintenance Phase Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 19, 2025 • 48min
Everything In Conversation: Mel Robbins' 'Let Them Theory'
Dive into the buzz surrounding Mel Robbins' 'Let Them Theory,' which emphasizes personal freedom amidst negativity. The discussion unveils its cultural impact and whether it promotes passive resignation or genuine empowerment. Explore how privilege shapes self-belief and the complexities of FOMO in social dynamics. The speakers delve into self-help culture's commercialization, calling for community support in mental health journeys. Personal anecdotes highlight the need for active engagement and communication in relationships, rather than passive acceptance.

Mar 14, 2025 • 1h 12min
Millennial Nostalgia, The Female Manosphere & A Women's Only Gym
Happy Everything Is Content day & Happy Friday!Ruchira is back from her holiday... We're SO back... but we're also so sorry to tell you that we’re now old enough that Gen Z are romanticising the 2010s. After years of us Millennials being an absolute joke to them, they’re now craving a life of Buzzfeed, hipster myspace and American Apparel disco pants. We ask what it is about Millennial culture that is so cringe, but also, somehow better than whatever is going on right now.Next up, women in male dominated fields! Beth found a really interesting article on the website Semafor by Max Tani called “Young conservative women build an alternative to the manosphere.” And in the piece Tani explores several key female right wing creators who are now building empires and audiences in a way that feels very new and separate to the existing right wing media, which has historically been very male-dominated, often headed by controversial middle aged men who focus on recruiting young men into the fold and tend to espouse really misogynistic views that aren’t particularly appealing to women anywhere on the political spectrum. Was it only a matter of time before we got a femosphere?And lastly, our timelines have been absolutely ablaze this week after Natalee Barnett, founder of the women's only gym, The Girls Spot, went back on her 2021 statement that her gym would be inclusive of trans women. We share our thoughts!We hope you enjoy, as always please do rate, review and remember to follow on your podcast player app :)In Production Partnership with Cue PodcastsBeth's been loving, Everyone In This Room Will Someday Be Dead, Letter LoopRuchira's been loving, Hacks, A Real PainOenone's been loving, I Found A Body, White Lotus Recap PodMillennial Redemption Arc Substack@romulusedits TikTokYoung conservative women build an alternative to the manosphereWhat’s Going On With the Pretty Little Thing Rebrand?Influencer’s U-turn on decision to set up trans-inclusive gym sparks massive backlash online Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2025 • 32min
Everything In Conversation: Millie Bobby Brown & Public Shaming
It's another highly requested Everything In Conversation! This time we're diving into the discourse surrounding actor Millie Bobby Brown, after she was highly criticised for 'looking old'. Are we right to scrutinise young stars and their aesthetic choices, or have we slipped back into 00s cultural shaming?Thank you to everyone to messaged in with thoughts for this. Remember you can also get your hands dirty in these pop culture debates just by following us on Instagram @everythingiscontentpod. Also PLEASE could you give us a glowing review? We're growing thanks to your help, and this is the primary way to make sure we can keep going as an indy podcast <3See you on Friday for the main episode! xxxx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 2025 • 1h 9min
The Oscars, Anora & Bringing Flirting Back
Happy EIC Day to all who celebrate & all who don’t! This week the show is sadly still sans Ruchira but don’t worry- she will be back next Weds. Running wild yet again, Beth & Oenone trade TV, book & Swedish pop recommendations before chatting everything #Oscars. What films have we seen, what moments did we love, who was dressed to the nines & who failed to fully deliver on the red carpet(s)? Next up we deconstruct the themes of Anora- feminist masterpiece, stymied by the male gaze or a secret third thing?And to finish we’re talking about 'flirting parties'- a fascinating new event as tested by Rachel Connolly for The Cut. Would we attend a flirting party & do we think society is losing its sexy bantering recipes?Follow us on IG & TT @everythingiscontentpod and flirt a little more in the reviews- 5 stars please ;) O, R, B xIn Production Partnership with Cue Podcasts------THE GUARDIAN - Rain Dogs by Daisy May CooperFABER - Universality by Natasha BrownCHANNEL 4 - MAFS ABBA VOYAGE ANGEL FOOD MAG - Romance Labor by Marla Cruz VULTURE - Introducing the strippers and stars of Sean Baker VANITY FAIR - Vanity Fair Oscar Party: All The Looks TELEGRAPH - "Anora is cringy and patronising"THE GUARDIAN - "Sean Baker's screwball Cinderella tale vaults him towards greatness NYTIMES - 'Anora' review: Her glass slipper is a Swarovski stiletto THE CUT - Does dating feel depressing? Throw a flirting party.THE LONDONER - Where are all the men? THE ATLANTIC - Americans Need To Party More Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 5, 2025 • 40min
Everything In Conversation: Apple Cider Vinegar & Wellness Frauds
We’re back and midweek episodes have never sounded so good! After two amazing author interviews, we’re returning to your ears with our take on the Belle Gibson fake cancer story and its recent Netflix adaptation, Apple Cider Vinegar. We discuss what we thought of the series and ask whether certain digital wellness spaces nurture and encourage these kind of unscrupulous profiteers and how we can fight against dangerous health misinformation.Thank you so much to everyone who sent us their takes on this one- we love hearing from you! If you want to take part in any future conversations just follow us on IG @everythingiscontentpod and watch out for our stories.See you Friday!O, R, B xIn Production Partnership with Cue Podcasts NETFLIX – Apple Cider Vinegar BBC – Bad Influencer: The Great Insta Con Scribe - The Woman Who Fooled the World by Beau Donelly & Nick Toscano Sky News - Vegan Influencer dies of 'starvation' Rotten Tomatoes - Sick of Myself Apple Podcasts - Offline with Jon Favreau / Can Democracy Survive the Attention Wars? YouTube - Unmasking Belle Gibson / 60 Minutes Australia Scribe - The Doctor Who Fooled the World by Brian DeerLiverpool Echo - Mum of popular Liverpool musician slams alternative cancer clinic Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.