Your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. Produced in London and hosted by Enzo Sebastiani & Claire Handley. Every week each host is surprised with a "secret topic" chosen by the other and just revealed when the mics are on! From news to pop culture, creativity and trending topics, "Too Long For A Voice Note" offers a fresh view on different topics, always looking to add an extra value, hopefully connecting, inspiring or even entertaining som ...
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Welcome to Squirrel, a podcast for the girlies who spiral, overthink, manifest, cry in the shower, giggle in the group chat, and keep going anyway. Hosted by two long-distance besties, Candice & Donné (aka Chom & Tjom), this is a voice-note-turned-podcast for anyone who’s ever said: "Okay, but wait till you hear what HE did." We talk love, life, friendships, work, independence, feminism, fashion, emotional breakdowns, spiritual glow-ups, your cycle, the Kardashians, outfits, and literally wh ...
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Looking for advice, juicy goss, or just a good laugh? Welcome to Leave A Message, a brand new podcast presented by your internet besties - Ally & G. Tune in every week as the Gallies share their stories, dramas and dilemmas in the world’s juiciest group chat (ok, maybe not the whole world… YET). They delve into your voice notes to spill the tea, where nothing is off limits, no topic is too embarrassing and there’s NO such thing as too much information. Want to be a part of the group chat and ...
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Everything you need to know about fertility with Dr. Aumatma Simmons | Too Long For A Voice Note
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46:49Hi familia ✨ We’re so excited to share our conversation with Dr. Aumatma Simmons, a double board-certified Naturopathic Doctor and Endocrinologist. With over 15 years of experience, she’s helped countless couples on their fertility journey through a holistic approach. She’s also a TED speaker, mentor, podcaster, and author of two books — she truly …
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Summer is over, and still no Leave A Message… But don't fret, Ally & G know it's been a minute since the last ep, and they've got an update to share about what's been going on, and more importantly, what's coming next! Want to be a part of the group chat and featured on the pod? Send your voice note to https://wa.me/message/UH4DASEKPFQBA1 (and p…
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In this debut episode of Squirrel, we dive headfirst into career chaos, manifestation delusion, and retail therapy dreams, because what’s more powerful than a girl with a vision board and a screenshot of Louis V heels in her Notes app? We talk: 👠 Treating yourself in true red-sole style 📦 Starting new jobs and leaving old ones (whether you quit or …
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This one’s for any girl who’s ever started a brunch date with “Okay, but listen to what HE did…” For the girlies who spiral, regroup, and do it all over again. For the ones who feel the feelings, big ones. Loud ones. Soft ones. The ones who hate their job, love their job, or literally just want to be held. This is for anyone who has a period, lost …
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The surprising way tech can make your relationship more intimate
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38:05In this episode, we explore digital intimacy! How to stay emotionally and physically connected through tech, whether you're in a long-distance relationship or just want to spice things up. 🌶️From sexy pics and flirty messages to playful role play and video chats, we talk about how couples can deepen their connection, improve communication, and brin…
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Ever wanted to bring something up in your relationship but didn’t know how? In this episode, we explore the power of regular relationship check-ins—a simple but powerful way to stay connected, open, and honest with your partner or even your friends.What check-ins actually are? How to suggest one without making it sound like there’s a problem? How t…
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Why are we OBSESSED with voice notes? | Let's unpack the unspoken rules 💬
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37:08Familia, you already know we are BIG voice note lovers 😂In fact, this podcast exists because of the wild amount of voice notes we used to send each other when we first became friends. That’s actually where the name of your favourite podcast comes from if you don't know by now 😉Voice notes can be one of the most powerful tools to stay connected with…
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Why So Many People Hate Their Birthday (And Still Want To Celebrate) 🥲
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30:29🎈Some people live for their birthday, others secretly wish it would disappear. This week, we dive into why birthdays bring so many mixed emotions, from the highs of celebration culture to the lows of birthday anxiety and the pressure of growing older.For some, planning a birthday becomes the most stressful event of the year and even experience birt…
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71 - Why Hot Girl Summer Breaks Are Essential
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46:08The gallies are unwell (literally). Ally’s burnt her back, G’s got “Chaney”, and somehow we’re still manifesting hot girl summer energy. On this episode of Leave A Message, we're talking first-date fear, post-breakup panic and the power of a good playlist. A gally wants to get back out there after a brutal betrayal, but the nerves are real – should…
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70 - Manifesting A Ring… And Stealing A T-Shirt!
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30:01The gallies are spiralling – again. Ally’s behind a modesty screen, G’s manifesting a ring (and possibly crashing the proposal?), and a listener is questioning her whole relationship after her boyfriend dropped some questionable future plans… On this episode of Leave A Message, Ally & G we’re helping a gally who is stuck between compatibility and c…
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69 - Are You A Relationship Hopper? We've Caught You Out!
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42:25Ally & G are onto you... own up! The gallies are calling you out this week (even producer Rehana is coming for you). On this episode of Leave A Message, we check in on the mental wellbeing of Ally's nail technician, we petition to get you a 2/3 working week, and confront a gally on being a bit... well... out of pocket. Oopsy! We're also learning bo…
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68 - For Those Days When You Just Want To Be Invisible
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31:28When life gets tough, the gallies are there for each other... and on this episode of Leave A Message, Ally & G are bringing some much needed calmness to the storm. We have one gally afraid that she is over-correcting having 'done the work' and healed post-break-up, now she is seeing red flags that might not even exist! Would you go back to the heal…
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When love hits a dead end, who do you come calling to? Well, Ally & G of course, and on this episode of Leave A Message we’re helping the gallies get past love that has been lost and, as Paloma Faith once said, (we’re) picking up the pieces. We have a gally who has been ghosted and needs to know if this is what she should expect from young love, or…
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66 - Long Distance? How To Not Get The Ick Via Sext
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44:02How do you tell your boyfriend that his nudes are just not cutting it?! You send a voice note into Leave A Message and let Ally & G help you out! From long-distance icks to boys that aren’t willing to wander (it’s crucial to go where the wind blows!)… plus there’s a Gally in *literal tears* because of a boy that keeps messing her about. Have we tau…
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Unpacking PERIOD stigma with Bloody Good Period | Too Long For A Voice Note
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38:05Familia, this is a very special episode! 🎧 We sat down with Talycia Nayee from Bloody Good Period to unpack all things period, a super important conversation just in time for Menstrual Health Day. 🩸 In this powerful chat, we explore where we stand today when it comes to menstruation: the stigma, the challenges, and the real-life impact on people wh…
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65 – When Loving Your Step Family Goes Too Far…
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37:17Wednesday crew, you here? It’s a new episode of Leave A Message and Ally & G are out here scraping through the doldrums of bad exes and jealous friends to help out the Gally’s! This week we’re helping a Gally who is helping a Gally (that’s a tongue twister!) who has fallen in love with her step-family. And we mean, in LOVE! No, this isn’t an advert…
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64 - That Moment When You Taste His Dad's Saliva?!
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43:48Welcome back to Leave A Message with Ally & G, the podcast where we tackle the biggest and most important issues in the world - from friends with benefits to sharing toothbrushes! On which note - the toothbrush saga continues this week, with a Gally who is fully supportive of G and shares the story of a one night stand that ended with the wrong thi…
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63 - You've Been Punk'd! I've Cheated On You...
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36:01The sun is out, we have a new Pope and - most importantly - Ally has new jeans... welcome to this weeks episode of Leave A Message! We've all heard of buyers remorse... but what about post-returns remorse? When one Gally's first post-break-up Hinge date ends earlier than she would have liked... is she right to regret ending things with her ex? Or, …
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62 - If We Ever Die... We Want To Have A Conclave!
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44:47Whilst the Vatican is picking a new Pope (which, just to say, has left us offended that we haven’t been asked to fill such a holy duty!), we’re here literally saving lives with a brand new episode of Leave A Message with Ally & G! This week we’re in the pits of hell as one Gally shares the story of her friends date fail… when she accidentally texts…
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61 - Sorry, WHAT Gave You Thrush?! (& More Safe Sex Tips)
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39:05You know what time it is... it's Leave A Message with your hosts Ally & G and this week, in our quest to answer all of life's most burning questions, we're asking: To pee or not to pee? Well, peeing is usually the answer. As we once again take to the streets to solve the Gally's problems - from public embarrassment to big life changes and even some…
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60 - Girlfriends Are Forever, Boyfriends Are Just Temporary
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37:36Ally & G hit 250K followers! And we're celebrating the achievement with balloons and, of course, a brand new episode of Leave A Message... just wait until you hear about how the fam celebrated though! Moving swiftly onto business... the gally's are being tested with questionable behaviour in friendships. After one listener had an... adult sleepover…
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59 - How To Have The Conversation (The Sex One)
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32:34Have you ever had the scare? You know, the one that happens when you've been irresponsible in the bedroom? This week, Ally & G are Mum & Dad as they help a Gally who had the scare of the century and needs advice on approaching contraception when you're single. Yes, this is Leave A Message... and sometimes we put our spectacles on and become teacher…
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58 - A Cruise Ship, A Greek God & Unsolicited Pics
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42:44We've all had that fantasy of spending the night with a Greek god and the many ways it could change our lives... but, what of the consequences?! On this weeks episode of Leave A Message, Ally & G are helping a Gally out who is dating a guy with a mismatched sex drive, leading our Gally to reminisce about the night of her life in the arms of Eros (l…
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ChatGPT is my new therapist | Season Finale 🎧
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42:16These days, more and more people are turning to ChatGPT for advice—not just for work, but for relationships, friendships, and even emotional support. Whether it’s because friends aren’t always available or therapy is too expensive, AI is quickly becoming a go-to for life’s biggest (and smallest) dilemmas.But is this actually a good thing? Or are we…
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57 - It's F Boy Nation, We're Just Living In It
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42:51Feeling like you're dealing with a lot of fuck boys lately? Well, we're sick of it and on this weeks episode of Leave A Message we're tackling the lot of them! Ally & G are dissecting stories of ghosting, deception... and unexpected romance? From flaky men to booty calls, navigating an obsession and dealing with toxic relationships, you should leav…
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Everything That Happened At Leave A Message LIVE! (BONUS)
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28:00What's this? A bonus episode?! Yes, we're treating you to an extra special bonus edition of Leave A Message, recapping everything that happened at the first ever Leave A Message LIVE at Underbelly Boulevard in London. From all of the nerves leading up to the shows to our favourite moments of audience interaction, hilarious behind the scenes stories…
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We’re getting real about those no-strings-attached moments—why they can be exciting, what they teach you, and why sometimes they’re a complete disaster. From confidence boosts to awkward mishaps, we’re sharing our own experiences (the good, the bad, and the hilarious) and unpacking why hook-ups can actually be important. But here’s the twist—why do…
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56 - A Valentine's Day Affair? And Knowing When To Move On...
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44:31We're not even over Leave A Message LIVE yet and here we are with a brand new episode of the podcast! Time flies when you're having fun... and we've had a lot of fun (thanks for coming to the live show, if you did!). On this week's episode, Ally & G start off by tackling London's transport crisis - from rising train costs to unreliable schedules. Y…
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Is fitness just a way to stay healthy, or has it become a lifestyle that defines who we are? In this episode, we explore the positive side of fitness — how working out can support mental health, boost confidence, and create discipline. But we also dig into the flipside: when fitness becomes a personality trait, a status symbol, or a way to feel sup…
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55 - We Are Family... Finding Out About Secret Siblings
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47:22The time has come! We are officially in the week of Leave A Message LIVE and we're so excited that we just, truly, cannot hide it. Whilst we try our best, here is your weekly dose of Leave A Message not-LIVE. What would you do if your boyfriend was the opposite of supportive whilst you were going through a medical emergency? When do you call it qui…
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The 5 AM Club: how waking up early will change your life!
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32:34Is waking up at 5 AM the ultimate key to success or just another overhyped trend? 😴In this episode, we break down the 5 AM Club method — exploring its benefits, the science behind early mornings, and practical tips to build a sustainable routine. Whether you're chasing productivity, mental clarity, or better habits, this episode reveals what really…
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It has officially been one whole year of Leave A Message, and we wouldn't be practising what we preach if we didn't spend a moment to celebrate ourselves! On this week's episode, we are looking back at some of the best (and, sometimes, the worst) pieces of advice from the past year of the podcast. From birthday dramas to making new friends, travel …
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Women face harsher cancellations - here's why! 🎧
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36:36Ever noticed how cancel culture always seems harsher on women? Or how some people get a free pass while others are completely crucified? In this episode, we dive into the drama surrounding Emilia Pérez and the actress Sofia Gascon, who was cancelled over old tweets.We discuss:🎭 Emilia Pérez and how it became the centre of controversy📱 Sofia Gascon’…
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53 - Mum, If You're Not Going To The Gym... Where Are You?!
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41:23We are officially in the month of Leave A Message LIVE! It will be here before we know it... but, until then (and after then, to be fair), Ally & G are here helping some Gally's in need! This week we start with a family secret getting uncovered. What would you do if your Mum has been lying this whole time about her gym trips? And what if you found …
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Familia! ✨ Welcome to the new season of your favourite podcast Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. 🎙️Ever caught yourself complaining all the time? Or maybe you know someone who never complains—but are they just avoiding problems? In this episode, we break down why w…
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52 - Flirting In The Office? A Nightmare Waiting To Happen...
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37:47Whilst Ally & G have been swapping the studio for the football pitch lately (did anyone else see that epic content with the Lionesses?!)... they have returned to their thrones to help the Gally's navigate another week dilemmas! What would you do if your date bailed on you for an "emergency"... and you then caught them hanging out with their mates m…
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The Truth Behind Bad Bunny's New Album 💿🐰📸
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33:04Familia! ✨ Welcome to the new season of your favourite podcast Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. 🎙️🎶🔥 Bad Bunny is back with DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS an album that’s hitting deep for so many people. In this episode, we break down why this album is so impactful right no…
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51 - You've Been Caught Cheating... But You Just Can't Stop!
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29:00What's the difference between a high sex drive... and a sex addiction? It's OK to be horny, but when are we crossing the line from being rabbits and turn into dogs?! That is where we start on this week's episode of Leave A Message before Ally & G help this week's Gally's navigate a tricky terrain of red flags. From a Gally who needs to take back co…
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Familia! ✨ Welcome to the new season of your favourite podcast Too Long For A Voice Note, your space for an unfiltered and candid conversation. Skip the small talk and dive in deep. 🎙️🤨 Have you ever wondered why drinking on dates feels like the norm? In this episode, we dive into sober dating—what it means, why so many people rely on alcohol to ea…
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50 - A Family Gathering & A Ruined Pair of Fluffy Socks
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35:58Straight from selling out two Leave A Message LIVE shows (we'll see you in person in March!), Ally & G are here with another episode of your favourite podcaster's favourite podcast: Leave A Message. How do you navigate love bombing? After a Gally has noticed a pattern of partners starting off very interested... only to eventually lose interest... h…
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49 - Have An Enemy In The Office? Plot Your Revenge
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38:25Now that we've all recovered from trying to get tickets for Leave A Message LIVE (thanks for selling that out, by the way!)... Ally & G are here to help the Gallies for another week of questionable life decisions. After we navigate a flirty GP encounter from Ally & G, this week we're tackling workplace drama. Or, more like, revenge as one Gally see…
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48 - Long Distance Relationships... Can They Go The Distance?
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39:16Happy Chinese New Year! Here at Leave A Message HQ we're celebrating the incoming Year of the Snake with an exciting announcement... right at the beginning of this weeks episode! On this week's episode, our Bridget's are tackling long-distance relationships head-on. The highs, the lows and how to navigate them. When is the right time to decide to m…
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47 - The Girl He Tells You Not To Worry About? Be Worried!
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34:41Happy Wednesday! Ally & G are here with an all-new episode of Leave A Message - and this week, it's full of friction (and not the good kind). It's hard enough to find a place to live in a place like London... but is it worth going on the hunt for new digs if the couple your living with... gets messy? Less Homes Under The Hammer, more Help My Housem…
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46 - Home Truths: Friends With Exes & Disrespectful Dads
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38:15It's home sweet home for Ally & G this week! After some holiday's and travels, they are finally reunited in the Leave A Message studio. Once we're settled back into home sweet home, it's all about the Gallies as we're tackling two big topics: problematic parents and friendships with exes! What would you do if your Dad kept disrespecting his girlfri…
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45 - Friendship Over! Jealousy, Boundaries & Boys
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40:50Would you call yourself... jealous? That's at the top of the agenda on this weeks episode of Leave A Message, as Ally & G prepare for another year of helping the gallies with your life dilemmas! From dealing with crossed boundaries when friends behave insensitively, to handling jealousy when your friend gets a job you didn't, it's not just laughs a…
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44 - Health, Happiness & Swearing Less: New Years Day Special
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40:08For auld lang syne, my dear... Happy New Year! It is officially 2025 and we are kicking off the New Year how we mean to go on: widening our vocabulary, reducing our swearing and maintaining good habits! (Let's see how long that lasts for...). On this weeks episode of Leave A Message, Ally & G are reflecting on the year that's been and looking forwa…
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43 - It's Christmas! Gift Expectations, Surprises & Proposal Plans
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45:20And the bells are ringing out on Christmas Day! Welcome to the Christmas Special of Leave A Message where we are embracing the festivities as Ally & G are helping you with your festive dilemmas. From dealing with high expectations over the festive season to staying true to yourself over the holidays, Ally & G tackle everything from handling intense…
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The festivities are nearly here (trust us, we're feeling it!) and so on this week's episode of Leave A Message we're keeping it light and breezy... NOT! Ally & G are here to help you with their sage advice on all things dating, singledom and love bombing. Would you swap dates with a friend if you both preferred the other ones man? What do you do if…
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41 - Wedding +1's, Rude Boyfriends and... WICKED!
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46:42Popular... we'll help you be popular! Well, maybe not Popular, but Ally & G are helping you navigate snobby partners and stalking exes... so that's got to count for something?! On this week's episode of Leave A Message, Ally & G are tackling the dilemma of being a +1 at a wedding... and what to do when you're maybe just incompatible? And: Do you ha…
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40 - Ghost Periods, Phantom Pregnancies and Missed Proposals
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44:49We all thought that spooky season was over - but little did we know, it had only just begun! In this week's episode of Leave A Message, a discussion on phantom periods and transitions into a story about a bunny experiencing a phantom pregnancy. For a brief moment, we become Countryfile because who knew we'd talk about foxes on this show! Ally & G t…
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