Hairy chests are back. Hurrah! That’s it. Moving on… 

Mother’s Day is this Sunday and the 'active duty' debate is officially ruining the vibe. Why has a day for mums turned into a high-stakes content pillar and also please enjoy the very frank text Clare Stephens sent her partner about presents. 

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Plus, we talk about the big things we’ve said NO to in our lives and find out that actually, Emily Vernem could have been a reality TV star by now. 

And, Holly did something in the office bathroom she fears was a breach of etiquette. 

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Recommendations

Em recommends BondiBoost miracle mist.

Clare recommends the new Serial podcast, The Idiot.

Holly recommends Famesick by Lena Dunham. 

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Hosts: Holly Wainwright, Clare Stephens & Emily Vernem

Group Executive Producer: Ruth Devine

Executive Producer: Sasha Tannock

Video Producer: Josh Green

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