Buckle up for a knockout episode where we dive into a boxing event’s wild final crescendo, spotlighting jaw-dropping screen interactivity that cements Saudi Arabia’s claim as the capital of entertainment—even if a cheeky scam nearly stole the show. We riff on Belle Gibson’s infamous media saga, her outrageous health claims sparking a headline-worthy firestorm, all while roasting the Kingdom Centre (where that £12 food court fee is its own kind of jab) and revealing that the “edge of the world” packs more surprises than you’d expect. Finally, our travel segment spills the good, the bad, and the unexpectedly spiritual twists from our recent Saudi Arabia adventure, including a flight where Saudi Airlines went the extra mile by offering a prayer for the journey.

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This week, we laced up for the Riyadh Marathon—where the free swag was top-tier, but some company reps had no clue what they were selling (seriously, why are you here?). We debate whether the event strikes the right balance between being inclusive for all and catering to hardcore runners, plus Scott learns the hard way that the Saudi sun shows no mercy. In other big news, we’re rebranding the podcast—bittersweet but necessary for growth. And in our travel segment, we dive into our raw first impressions of Saudi Arabia. Spoiler: it’s not what we expected!

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Have you ever had a stranger watch you struggle to park and then offer to take over? In this episode, we share our hilarious (and slightly embarrassing) experience of renting a car in Dubai—and the adventures that followed. We made our way to Yas Island to hit up not one, but two theme parks, and we’re giving you the lowdown on which one reigns supreme. Plus, we scored front-row seats on the world’s fastest rollercoaster. Would we do it again? Tune in to find out!

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This time, we’re unpacking pink tax (why do women pay more for haircuts but get less hair cut off?), and why every country’s map thinks it’s the center of the universe. We also rank the world’s most powerful passports and tackle the harsh reality of prejudice and implicit bias, like the injustices in the Yorkshire Ripper case and the abrupt removal of men's contraceptives from shelves. Plus, we dish on the highs and lows of our latest adventures in our travel segment, covering our recent trip to Oman.

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This week, we’re talking Veganuary – it’s not just a trend, it’s a movement, with stats that will surprise you and big names like Gordon Ramsay and Marco Pierre White backing plant-based living. We also discuss the struggle of finding good travel insurance while working remotely, with costs that can be surprisingly high. Plus, Shelby’s hilarious and confusing experience at a hotel massage parlor leaves us all wondering: Was it a spa, or a secret front for something else? Finally, in our travel segment, we discuss our first impressions of Oman.

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This week, we’re diving into the road rage and charm of Dubai. Scott shares his experience running the Dubai Marathon, alongside the inspiring story of a man breaking a Guinness World Record! Meanwhile, Shelby uncovers the bittersweet truth about "Dubai chocolate". We also take a deep dive into the craziness of Dubai traffic, including a story about helping a woman injured in a car crash in Thailand—then, as if on cue, a car crash interrupts our recording! This episode’s packed with adventure, drama, and plenty of laughs. Buckle up!

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From revisiting Japan’s iconic okonomiyaki and Hiroshima’s unique food culture to smashing personal milestones at the Dubai Marathon. We chat upcoming travel plans spanning pyramids in Egypt, honey in tombs (yes, it’s still edible), and a dog festival in Nepal. Plus, we reminisce about New Year’s Eve shenanigans, from whisky-fueled rock nights to barely making it for Dubai’s fireworks. With laughs, nostalgia, and a sprinkle of ancient Egyptian trivia, this episode is one for the books.

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We kick off the episode with the clumsiest start ever, you will not want to miss it. We then dive into the holiday spirit—did we enjoy Christmas? (We’re especially curious if Shelby survived, since she’s a self-proclaimed Christmas Grinch). We chat about our favourite presents to try and bring the Christmas spirit back to Shelby. Things take a turn when Shelby makes her argument against designer dogs and shares an interesting fact on how kids develop their relationships differently with their mum and dad.

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New Year, new resolutions—Scott’s taken on his biggest goal yet: running a 100-mile race. Yep, you heard that right—100 miles! We dive into why he’s tackling this insane challenge and how he’s preparing for it. Meanwhile, Shelby’s promising to let Scott cook more in the kitchen (we’ll see how long that lasts). We also chat about our travel plans for 2025 and reflect on what we’ll do differently next Christmas. Hint: we’re aiming for less stress, more time off, and buying presents earlier!

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We’re diving into the chaos and charm of Christmas—why we love it, why it costs so much, and whether consumerism has officially gone too far. Note, Scott and Shelby struggle to agree on this one. Scott’s has a festive revelation (he’s now a mulled wine convert), Shelby’s once again failed her mission to ready for Christmas early. We debate whether licking your Christmas card envelopes is festive or foul—because, let’s be real, do your friends and family need a taste of where your tongue’s been? We both wrap up the episode with our favourite Christmas film, song and food item.

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