Hey all, before you jump onto this episode we wanted to let you know we encountered a few tech hiccups. It happens to the best of us but we know you'll still enjoy this episode.

Over the weekend footballers protested against Qatar + FIFA, where over 6,500 migrant workers have died build stadiums for the 2022 World Cup. So we chat about good intentions, virtue signalling and taking actual action.

A super-wholesome Reddit thread on dating 'green flags' has been doing the rounds, so we chat about some of our favourite comments from it, some controversial ones + our own personal green flags when it comes to dating.


Netherlands join Germany & Norway in making Qatar human rights protest prior to World Cup qualifier (Goal.com) https://bit.ly/3wb30xK

What are some GREEN flags early on in dating that the relationship should become serious? (Reddit) https://bit.ly/3ssDTUZ

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It's a special one-topic episode as we focus on all things consent.

 We start by chatting about apps that aim to help with consent, including murmurs of a 'consent app' that was touted by the NSW Police Commissioner + Tinder teaming up with a background checking service.

And we also talk about why men are having so many issues with consent, and clearly not picking up verbal + non-verbal signals. Do we need a better education? More advertising? Better role models?


Jarryd Hayne, Jack de Belin and the sports players who never learned how to have sex (Mamamia) https://bit.ly/3rdQN7Q

Forget sexual consent apps, it’s about education and respect (The Australian) https://bit.ly/3cUw5VB

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Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

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We chat all things Space Jam + Looney Tunes after Pepe Le Pew was removed from the film sequel for giving off "rapey vibes". Do we change our opinions on cancelled people/things when they have a positive nostalgic impact? 

The Razzies also released their nominations for worst films and actors/actresses, so we're chatting what makes a bad movie good + what our favourite so-bad-they're-good films are. 

'Added to rape culture': Looney Tunes character cut from 'Space Jam' sequel (Yahoo Sport)  https://yhoo.it/3bPJPlcShow Notes:

Razzies Ding ‘Dolittle’, ‘Music’ And Rudy Giuliani In Annual Best-Of-Worst Nominations (Deadline)  https://bit.ly/3vtcVye

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We're joined by friend of the show Amila Hungy Rasangi Perera to chat about all things Christian Porter, and if being innocent until proven guilty needs a bit of a re-think in society.

With COVID restrictions nearly a thing of the past, will we need to learn how to socialise again?? Science and reports suggest our brains will need to re-learn old tricks - so we chat about going out, hugging people (?!) and seeing actual humans very regularly again (wow!).

Christian Porter denies historical rape allegation, declaring he won't step down as attorney general (The Guardian) https://bit.ly/3eldxjIShow Notes:

Why we may have to re-learn to socialise (BBC) https://bbc.in/38kEIr3

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Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

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Jonah Hill fired back at Daily Mail paparazzi photos of him surfing, saying at 37 he's finally comfortable in his own body. So, we chat about body positivity, our own experiences with it and how to love your own skin.

Also, a pair of Air Jordans + a digital Nyan Cat meme both sold for over $600k (each!!!). So we chat about hidden fortunes, and what stuff we already own that might be worth a pretty penny.

Jonah Hill Says 'I Finally Love and Accept Myself,' Shares What 'Can't Faze' Him Anymore (People)  https://bit.ly/3uKRKHC

The new world of investing: Air Jordans, Banksys and cat gifs (The Sydney Morning Herald) https://bit.ly/3r4Gq7e

Show Notes:

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• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
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Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

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It's a special episode this week as we dive into the weird, crazy, strange world of Facebook blocking news and content!

First up we suss out what we know so far, what Facebook has actually done + why they've done it.

We also welcome some guests this week, as Tech Lawyer, Ecca Zhang + Media Agency Investment Manager, Joe Golden - join us to answer some questions on what the future holds for media, what all these laws actually mean and who the winner is in this mess.

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• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
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Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's a special episode this week as we dive into the weird, crazy, strange world of Facebook blocking news and content!

First up we suss out what we know so far, what Facebook has actually done + why they've done it.

We also welcome some guests this week, as Tech Lawyer, Ecca Zhang + Media Agency Investment Manager, Joe Golden - join us to answer some questions on what the future holds for media, what all these laws actually mean and who the winner is in this mess.

Socials:

• Trends & Tings Podcast Group ~ https://www.facebook.com/groups/605282423374555/ ~
• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
• Trends & Tings Twitter ~ https://twitter.com/trendsandtings ~

Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another instalment of some T&T goodness. We've got a diverse one for you so we hope you're prepared. This week, we chat about:

On the back of Justin Timberlake's apology to Britney and Janet Jackson, we chat about apologies after getting caught + if "being better" is just lip service.

McDonalds is looking to back a potential law that'll see some wages subsidised with chicken nugz (it's true!!) So we chat about work perks, and if they're ever actually worth it.

Justin Timberlake apologises to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson (ABC) https://ab.co/3qm2qKg

'Would you like fries with that?' McDonald's Australia wants staff meals considered in pay talks (The Guardian) https://bit.ly/2ZfxrUqShow Notes:

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• Trends & Tings Podcast Group ~ https://www.facebook.com/groups/605282423374555/ ~
• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
• Trends & Tings Twitter ~ https://twitter.com/trendsandtings ~

Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to another instalment of some T&T goodness. We've got a diverse one for you so we hope you're prepared. This week, we chat about:

On the back of Justin Timberlake's apology to Britney and Janet Jackson, we chat about apologies after getting caught + if "being better" is just lip service.

McDonalds is looking to back a potential law that'll see some wages subsidised with chicken nugz (it's true!!) So we chat about work perks, and if they're ever actually worth it.

Justin Timberlake apologises to Britney Spears and Janet Jackson (ABC) https://ab.co/3qm2qKg

'Would you like fries with that?' McDonald's Australia wants staff meals considered in pay talks (The Guardian) https://bit.ly/2ZfxrUqShow Notes:

Socials:

• Trends & Tings Podcast Group ~ https://www.facebook.com/groups/605282423374555/ ~
• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
• Trends & Tings Twitter ~ https://twitter.com/trendsandtings ~

Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar).

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did you catch The Weeknd's epic half-time Super Bowl performance? If you didn't go check it out now, we'll still be here. If you're ready to jump into the ep, we've got some juicy conversations in-store for you, including: 

Nick Kyrgios and Novak Djokovic have been at it pre-Aus Open, with Djokovic saying he doesn't have much respect for Nick off-court. So it made us think, who do we just not have respect for out there in the world?? Complaints incoming.

We also chatted about a recent study which suggests the amount of friends we are truly capable of having. How many friends is enough to be happy? And does it get easier as you get older to make new friends?

'I don’t have much respect for him': Novak Djokovic reignites Kyrgios feud (The Guardian)
https://bit.ly/3aIcTJq

How many friends do we need to be happy? (ABC) https://ab.co/2N93H8FShow Notes:

Socials:

• Trends & Tings Podcast Group ~ https://www.facebook.com/groups/605282423374555/ ~
• Trends & Tings Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/trendsandtings/ ~
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Trends & Tings is hosted by Sydney lads, Gordon D'Mello (@gdm_ello) and Scott Singh (@scottysingstar), 

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