The Wingwoman

The Wingwoman

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The Wingwoman episodes

  • Episode 11: Celebrity clangers, #smugsolation, and new routines

    This week, we're realising that not all pandemic lockdowns are create equal. Frankie's worried that she might be guilty of #smugsolation posts on Instagram while Charlie's sure that celebrities avowing to be 'just like us' are, in fact, nothing like us (we're looking at you, Madonna). 

    Plus, we're sharing our recipe, tv and book recommendations over a cold bottle of Azevedo Vinho Verde - and there's even a cameo from Frankie's husband Ben with some gardening tips.

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    36 min
  • Episode 10: Productivity guilt, the future of body hair and the morality of pandemic shopping

    This week, Charlie is full of the joys of spring, while Frankie is mulling over the future of bikini line grooming. We're discussing the pressure to be productive during lockdown and asking, should we be shopping during a pandemic? 

    Plus, we're sharing our recommendations – from period drama escapism to quick kitchen cupboard dinners – all over a bottle of Reserve De Gassac rosé.

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    38 min
  • Episode 9: Coping mechanisms, craft fatigue and silver linings

    It's week two of lockdown, and Frankie's fallen out of her freelance working-from-home rhythm but discovered a new love for cooking. Meanwhile, Charlie's finding the joy in dressing up while keeping an uninvited house guest at bay. And while we might be catching up via Houseparty, there's still a bottle of Puglian red on the go...

    Plus, we're sharing our recommendations for the best telly, books, and podcasts - with a few of our all-time favourite weepy films thrown in for good measure.  

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    35 min
  • Episode 8: Video dating, penis pasta and life in quarantine

    This week we’re in lockdown, so recording the podcast over Google hangout from our respective homes… needs must! Charlie is navigating a new virtual dating scene, while Frankie's negotiating quarantine cohabiting in a one-bed flat (don’t call the divorce lawyers yet).

    Plus, we’re discussing online communities and sharing some of our book, TV and podcast recommendations for keeping entertained at home – all over a bottle of Primitivo and a chocolate Easter egg, why not?

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    41 min
  • Episode 7: Style ruts, corona etiquette, and why we need to talk about weight

    This week, Frankie's finding joy in small pleasures (like finally sorting out the junk pile at home) while Charlie's dating life grinds to a halt - too many germy strangers. At least she still has her wingwoman to share a bottle of Barolo with...

    Plus, we're talking about body image, weight taboos, and the pressure to conform to beauty ideals, with some discussion of eating disorders. For help or support with these issues, call the Beat charity helpline on 0808 801 0677. 

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    37 min
  • Episode 6: Surprise naked spas, emotionally detaching from work and is Love Blind?

    This week Charlie is unpicking the Love is Blind phenomenon and discussing the politics of modern dating, while Frankie is finding it difficult to emotionally detach from work and separate self-worth from career success (and failures)  – all over a bottle of Beefsteak Club Malbec. 

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    35 min
  • Episode 5: Red wine miracles, goat-fluencers, and the loneliness of city life

    This week, Frankie's missing a sense of community and tackling the loneliness that comes with being a freelancer in London - and, for Charlie, with living alone. Plus we're talking wanderlust, holidaying in our 30s and the problem with natural deodorants... all over a bottle of Tesco's Finest St Chinian.

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    31 min
  • Episode 3: Wardrobe hysteria, mushroom haircuts, and an orgasm deep dive

    This week, Frankie's avoiding eye contact discussing orgasms (inspired by Gwyneth's Netflix series) while Charlie's oversharing – and triggering her social anxiety in the process – over a bottle of Barolo and a box of inappropriately crunchy breadsticks. 

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    28 min
  • Episode 2: Money ostriches, sit-down gigs and holiday disasters

    This week, Charlie's celebrating her birthday - and worrying about ageing out of online dating brackets - while Frankie tackles one of her least favourite topics of conversation, money, all over a Buck's fizz and a pain au choc. 

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    23 min

About The Wingwoman

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Thirty-something life, honestly. Journalists and best mates Charlie Gowans-Eglinton and Frankie Graddon talk about everything from imposter syndrome and pandemic pregnancy to bad dates and worse hair…