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Bang On It episodes

June 21, 2023 15. Cheesy Feet and Old Ibiza Ravers
This week Laura Smyth and Michelle De Swarte are talking about the iconic Judge Judy, inspiring women to embrace their wisdom and life experience and take over the world at any age. Michelle has broken her laptop (you will never guess how) and thinks it's time we start saying please and thank you to Alexa. Meanwhile, Laura has been living her ‘amish best life’ making elderflower water from scratch, and is put out by her ongoing battle with flip flops.
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Joshan Chana
A BBC Studios Production for Radio
38 min
June 14, 2023 14. I Fought the Law
It’s HOT out here, which means it’s time to embrace the humidity, whip out the paddling pool and bake in the sun until you smell like bacon.
This week, find out how Michelle’s run in with the police led to her championing boredom in the bath and appreciating downtime. Meanwhile Laura tells us about being beefed by her son and gives us a deep dive on Paris Hilton’s latest book.
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Joshan Chana
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
33 min
June 07, 2023 13. Touch My Bum With Lucky Heather
In maybe our most quote worthy episode yet, Laura and Michelle chat about motherhood and choosing not to have children, the icon that was Tina Turner, buddhist chanting, nearly going camping in North Wales and regretting your fashion choices on Live At The Apollo.
And if you have any suggestions on topics you'd like Laura and Michelle to cover then please do slide into our DMs or email us at [email protected]
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Pete Strauss
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Joshan Chana
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
38 min
May 31, 2023 12. Drinking Margaritas on an IV Drip
This week Laura’s asking some big questions. Does buying disposable fashion make you a bad person? Are street Whatsapp groups the Long Covid we’re not talking about? Does not paying tax get you on the cover of Sports Illustrated?
Meanwhile, Michelle talks us through her complicated skincare routine of lotions, potions, a cauldron and a full moon, plus reveals the A-listers she could have been besties with, including national treasure Miriam Margolyes.
Producer: Pete Strauss
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Calum Sample
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
31 min
May 24, 2023 11. Don't Invite Me To Anything
Michelle has beef with Jo Malone, updates us on her attempt to give up smoking and faces the wrath of the Beyhive with an honest review of Beyoncé's latest UK tour. Is it possible she enjoyed the train to the gig more?
Meanwhile, Laura is waxing lyrical about the cranio-osteopathist and goes in deep on the new series of Selling Sunset. Is watching the whole series in one weekend too much?
Producer: Pete Strauss
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Joshan Chana
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
31 min
May 17, 2023 10. Bathing in a Vat of HRT
This week Laura Smyth and Michelle de Swarte ask whether we can ever really reach Nirvana or if peace will always be disrupted by a snoring bloke manspreading in the seat next to you.
Michelle has been meeting some of her female heroes, is livid about being born too late for the rave scene, and has decided to avoid menopause by bathing in a vat of HRT.
Laura’s been making besties on holiday, tells us about her new favourite ways to recharge the batteries and explains how our bodies are gaslighting us.
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Pete Strauss
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Joshan Chana
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
37 min
May 10, 2023 9. A Bad Pear Hurts Your Soul
Laura Smyth and Michelle de Swarte discuss what’s been making them laugh, cry and fume this week.
Better late than never, Laura shares her hot take and conspiracy theories on TV show ‘Succession’ as well as explaining her latest cosmetics dilemma. Meanwhile Michelle wonders if she’ll ever grow out of using slang and gets incredibly heated about certain British architecture.
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Pete Strauss
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Calum Sample
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
35 min
May 03, 2023 8. Hairbands for Nightclub Toilets
This week, Michelle De Swarte is hungover. So be gentle.
Laura Smyth tells us about the content creators making her howl as well as her obsession with the ramen restaurant Bone Daddies. Michelle De Swarte wonders whether bingeing an entire season of Love Is Blind in just two sittings is a problem and shares her dazzling review of the new Alice Neel exhibition at The Barbican.
Producer: Sasha Bobak
Exec Producer: Pete Strauss
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Calum Sample
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
28 min
April 26, 2023 7. The Real Purpose of a Sombrero
Table for one please... this week Michelle and Laura talk about the importance of occasionally sacking off your family for some well-earned me time. Michelle tells us all about her love for chucking away 'bad vibe' items and Laura tastes her first slice of social media fame.
Producer: Pete Strauss
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Calum Sample
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
28 min
April 19, 2023 6. The Grand National, Margate, Obsession on Netflix and A Streetcar Named Desire
Is it socially acceptable to leave a play if you're not enjoying it? Did Laura win big on The Grand National? And why does Michelle have beef with Margate?
Find out the answers to all of the above in another cracking episode of Bang On It.
Producer: Pete Strauss
Exec Producer: Rich Morris
Production Co-Ordinator: Katie Baum
Editor: Calum Sample
A BBC Studios Production for Radio 4
27 min

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In this chatty new podcast, comedians Michelle De Swarte and Laura Smyth review their weeks and share what they’re obsessed with, and whether it’s worth your time.