4 chapters across the catalog
Euro 2020 Betting, Betting Shop Rituals, Digital Apps
The hosts discuss the ongoing Euro 2020 and Copa America football tournaments. They reminisce about the "old school" ritual of visiting physical betting shops (bookies) with paper slips and pencils, contrasting it with the modern convenience of mobile betting apps.
Meeting Overload and Professional Boundaries in the Workplace
A discussion regarding extreme workplace demands highlights a week containing 54 hours of meetings within standard business hours. The conversation touches on the difficulty of turning down opportunities and references a professional contact on LinkedIn who maintains a healthier lifestyle than in previous years.
Pub Etiquette, Rounds and Communist Drinking
The hosts discuss the "politics" of buying rounds at the pub, particularly the frustration of the round size increasing when new people arrive. They jokingly refer to the "whip" system as "communist drinking" and complain about "fast drinkers" who finish two pints for every one pint a slower drinker consumes. The high cost of Sky Sports licensing for bars is also noted as a factor in high beer prices.
Trott debunks various traditional fashion "rules," such as not mixing blue and black or always wearing black shoes with suits. She advocates for "dress trainers" with trousers, noting that comfort is paramount. She encourages men to question whose "voice" is telling them they can't wear certain combinations and to prioritize having fun with their style instead.
