Podcast Summary: "Big Mouth, Berghain & Biting"
My Therapist Ghosted Me
Host/Authors: Vogue Williams & Joanne McNally
Release Date: May 30, 2025
Introduction In the "Big Mouth, Berghain & Biting" episode of My Therapist Ghosted Me, hosts Vogue Williams and Joanne McNally engage in their signature blend of candid conversations, humor, and unfiltered advice. The episode delves into personal anecdotes, societal observations, and light-hearted banter, ensuring a rich and engaging experience for listeners.
1. Overcoming Book Launch Anxiety The episode kicks off with Vogue sharing her initial apprehensions about her book launch. She confides in Joanne about her doubts, "I was very nervous about the book launch. I was like, this is not gonna work out. This is not gonna sell." (00:47). However, Joanne provides her seasoned perspective, encouraging Vogue to proceed by assuring her, "if there's two people in that audience, you're doing the book tour" (00:34). This advice boosts Vogue's confidence, leading to a successful tour with enthusiastic audiences.
Notable Quote:
"If there's two people in that audience, you're doing the book tour." – Joanne McNally [00:34]
2. Embracing Aging and Gray Hair A significant portion of the conversation revolves around aging and the societal pressures associated with it. Both hosts discuss their personal battles with gray hair, debating whether to embrace it or fight against it. Joanne muses, "I've never done anything gracefully in my life. Why would I age gracefully? It's just not, it's not for me." (05:20). They touch upon the beauty industry's role in perpetuating unrealistic standards, highlighting the lack of solutions like a "tablet to take to reverse gray hair."
Notable Quotes:
"Gray is in if you wish to embrace it. I do not." – Joanne McNally [05:20]
"I think there's a racket going on in the vet." – Vogue Williams [04:34]
3. Celebrity Interviews and Insights The duo shares their experiences interviewing high-profile celebrities. Joanne recalls interviewing Simon Cowell, noting his surprisingly phone-free lifestyle: "He doesn't have a phone because I asked him, I was like, who's the most obvious to ignore text. And they're like, Simon doesn't have a phone." (10:39). They also discuss other celebrities like Mariah Carey and Lady Gaga, offering humorous takes on their personalities and behaviors.
Notable Quote:
"He's the best thing I ever did by not having a phone." – Simon Cowell during interview [10:39]
4. Catfishing Drama: Tommy Lee and Brittany Furlan A noteworthy segment focuses on a catfishing scandal involving Tommy Lee and his wife, Brittany Furlan. Vogue narrates, "she thought she was messaging this guy called Ronnie Radke... turned out that this was just somebody catfishing her" (17:08). They dissect the emotional and social ramifications of such deceit, emphasizing the embarrassment and trust issues it fosters.
Notable Quote:
"She was planning to meet up with this like pretend person. But it's just unusual for someone in her position to get caught out like that." – Vogue Williams [18:48]
5. European Tour and Berghain Adventures The conversation transitions to their upcoming European tour, with plans to visit iconic locations like Berlin's Berghain. Joanne humorously questions, "if anyone listening has any tips on how to get him in, please let me know" referring to their friend Grode's ability to navigate such clubs (22:05). Vogue recounts her own experience at Berghain, describing the intense and sometimes aggressive atmosphere: "some people have been there since Friday night and they had not slept" (23:13).
Notable Quote:
"Berlin is full of really great vintage shops. Like you will look. Make sure you get out and shop like they have the best vintage shops." – Vogue Williams [25:07]
6. Random Online Content and Animal Antics Injecting their signature humor, the hosts discuss bizarre online videos, including a strange Ring doorbell clip where a delivery driver is excessively licking a cat (26:22). They also share a harrowing tale of a woman being dragged by a tiger during a fight in a wildlife park, blending shock with dark humor.
Notable Quote:
"And then a tiger comes and pulls her away. Yeah. Gone." – Vogue Williams [28:34]
7. Funny Segments and Interactive Games The episode features playful interactions, such as the "Snog Marry Avoid" game. Vogue humorously contemplates her options, "I'd marry him to get to her" in reference to a desirable celebrity, while Joanne adds, "I would more just scrap your brother" (39:40). Additionally, they explore AI baby videos, creating humorous personas of themselves as transformed infants, further showcasing their comedic chemistry.
Notable Quote:
"I look like a Garbage Pail kid." – Joanne McNally [41:32]
8. Closing Remarks and Listener Engagement As the episode wraps up, the hosts encourage listener interaction, sharing contact information and teasing future content. They maintain their light-hearted tone, leaving listeners eager for the next installment.
Conclusion "Big Mouth, Berghain & Biting" is a testament to Vogue Williams and Joanne McNally's ability to blend personal stories with broader societal commentary, all while maintaining an engaging and humorous dialogue. Whether discussing the anxieties of a book launch, the challenges of aging, or the absurdities of online content, the hosts deliver content that is both relatable and entertaining. Notable quotes sprinkled throughout the episode provide memorable insights and laughs, making it a must-listen for fans and newcomers alike.
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