As the world starts to open back up, self care is more necessary than ever. And nobody is utilising that more than fast fashion brands... This episode we explore what self care as a concept really means and how we can differentiate healing practices that allows us to feel more grounded and the empty top tips that companies try and sell us! Kika talks about how cooking spaghetti has taught her more about her chakras than any awakening ever could, while Lucy takes on the big brands trying to weaponise our mental health to sell 'little black dresses.'

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It's the first instalment of our new series where we investigate stories of people in the spotlight who have committed or allegedly committed crimes behind the curtain of fame/power. This episode we talk about the sexual misconduct trial of Alex Salmond, former first minister of Scotland and leader of the SNP. Although he was found not guilty, there is a lot to unpack within this story and how the trial unfolded. So many people have come out to corroborate the idea that Salmond has acted inappropriately with women throughout his career so is he completely innocent or did he just get away with it?

All allegations in this episode are of course alleged and we are fully aware Alex Salmond was found not guilty. We just wish to look into the trial and also discuss the wider concept of sexual misconduct trials and the judicial system.

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This episode we continue on our discussion about social media by discussing the world of influencers. How much responsibility do influencers have on their impact of their followers? Are influencers to blame for our society's fixation on looking 'perfect' ? We have no idea, but we're going to ask Emma Gorman and hold her responsible for all statements made in this episode! Just kidding... 

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This episode we investigate the rise of social media and how it developed from the innocent platform of sharing pictures and content, to a tool of marketing and influence in society and culture. How much autonomy do we have over social media and its affect on us? I can put the phone down whenever I want, man... We dissect the culture that has been built around social media and whether we think it's more detrimental than it is beneficial. Can you build and tailor a feed that has a positive impact on your mental health or is it best to go cold turkey all together?

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tw// this episode discusses themes surrounding sexual assault/violence against women

We are bringing you this extremely important episode in collaboration with @tomstotes to raise money for Women's Aid and continue the discourse around violence against women. We discuss the eruption of anger and conversation that has come out of the recent and tragic murder of Sarah Everard. We dissect society's perception of this gender issue and whether it's seen as one gender's burden to carry more than the others. Lucy shares her experience with sexual assault and how men's attitudes/language/behaviour not only have impact but are direct expressions of a wider disregard to women as a whole.  

For anyone who feels as though they may be in a situation/relationship where they are unsafe or need guidance please visit the women's aid website for resources. 

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It's the highly anticipated Dead Talk vs The Monarchy rematch! Just kidding... (unless?) This episode we dissect the, now viral, interview with Meghan Markle, Prince Harry and Oprah surrounding their departure from the royal family and the racial discrimination Meghan received from both the institution and the British press. We discuss the way that racism is expressed in the British public and the methods it uses to disguise itself as 'part of the job.' What power does the British monarchy have left? And is there still a place for this archaic institution in modern Britian?

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This episode we delve into our complex and not always healthy relationships with alcohol. From our teenage binge drinking at house parties to toxic crutches during harder times. Lucy opens up about her struggles with severe depression and how alcohol has affected it. We discuss the journey of a healthy balance between having a good time and the need to 'take it too far.' We're not there yet by the way... 

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Welcome to the first episode of the new type of episode we're introducing! We want to give Dead Talk the opportunity to be a platform that not only analyses the atrocities of true crime but also the elusive and mysterious aspects of being human and dissecting our own experiences. This week we discuss high school and how our time as teens in school affected our sense of self worth! We cover everything from boyfriends, (or lack thereof) the academic system and bullying. As always give the episode a share (especially with our sexy new cover art, that's irresistible) and follow us on Instagram/Facebook @deadtalkpodcast. Please feel free to suggest new topics for us to discuss, we'd love to hear from you. 

A cultural reset for Britain. The Moors murders shook the nation as an unsuspecting Manchester couple became the centre of one of the largest killing spree of children in the UK at the time. Kika delves into this case and reveals all the details of the couple's bizarre romance and then merciless killings. We cover all from each victim to 50 years later on Ian Brady's death bed as the authorities raced against the clock to try and get the location of the final victim out of Brady before he died with the truth...

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Put your tin foil hats on and pack your overnight alien bags because this week we’re talking about the infamous cult, Heaven’s Gate. This episode Lucy does a deep dive into how Heaven’s Gate started and everything surrounding the still shocking and mysterious mass suicide that occurred in March of 1997. One of the most infamous incidents in the history of cults. We cover it all in this episode from the leader of Heaven’s Gate, Marshall Applewhite’s criminal background and whether the cult’s followers were deluded or maybe onto something…

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