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Episode: The Brits, Jim Carrey & Dirty Feet

Hosts: Joanne McNally & Vogue Williams
Date: March 6, 2026
Producer/Guest: Joe Attiwell

Episode Overview

In this lively episode, Joanne and Vogue unpack their candid takes on the Brit Awards, celebrity performance expectations, the culture of reviews, Jim Carrey conspiracy theories, and the horror of dirty feet in public. The episode is a hilarious, sharply honest reflection on pop culture, showbiz gender dynamics, and their personal escapades with just enough gossip and self-deprecation to make you feel like one of the girls.

Main Discussion Points & Insights

1. Performer Guilt & Workouts: Harry Styles vs. Joanne

Time: 00:35 – 04:30

• Joanne is inspired (and slightly shamed) by Harry Styles doing a 6am gym session on the day of his Brit Awards performance:
  • "I am a lazy piglet. I need to cop the on. I need to stop giving myself an out for everything." (Joanne, 01:07)
• Vogue reassures her that performing is exhausting, and Joanne’s complaints are valid.
• Reflections on post-show socializing and female artists getting different treatment from venues:
  • "If I was a male performer, they would never speak to me like that." (Joanne, 04:12)

2. Review Culture & Tour Lengths: Lily Allen’s West End Girl

Time: 06:17 – 10:17

• Discussion of Lily Allen's new tour—mixed reviews about its 90-minute format (45-min instrumental, 45-min album performance).
  • "She could stand up there, derma blading around face for seven minutes and leave and I'd be like, I loved it. Five stars." (Joanne, 10:41)
• Ongoing joke about Joanne’s unconditional Lily Allen fandom, as opposed to Vogue wanting more value for money at gigs.
• A broader point that opening nights of tours are always a work in progress.

3. Brit Awards Recap & Performance Opinions

Time: 10:54 – 16:18

• Vogue attended the Brits in person, sharing red-carpet stories and her take on performances.
• Harry Styles:
  • Vogue doesn't like his choreographed dancing ("He should just own the stage"), while Joanne found it "intentionally weird" and compelling.
  • "You gotta try something different, you know, you gotta grow. You gotta evolve as an artist. I loved it." (Joanne, 12:23)
• Standout performances included Rosalia and surprise appearance by Björk.
  • "It was one of the best things I've ever seen, up there with Riverdance for me." (Joanne, 14:00)

4. Celebrity Red Carpets and After-Party Antics

Time: 17:26 – 19:43

• Vivid stories of after-parties, missing out due to exhaustion/age, and the expectations of mingling.
• Discussion of designer cars and drivers ("Alistair, you're a lucky ducker...").
• Some commentary on the chaos and social anxiety at after-parties.
• Humorous appreciation for being able to vicariously live through Vogue’s glam experiences while sitting at home in pajamas.

5. Fashion Police: Roast Culture & Compliments

Time: 20:04 – 22:29

• They talk about Instagram fashion critic Shabazz’s merciless red carpet reviews ("You're giving disease!"), comparing him to Joan Rivers.
• Both find receiving genuine compliments awkward and agree a light-hearted ribbing is preferable.

6. Jim Carrey Conspiracy Theories

Time: 22:31 – 27:16

• Jim Carrey appeared at the César Awards looking "different," sparking rumors of a body double or clone.
• Joanne suspects mere aging and "pinot puff" (wine bloat), while Vogue theorizes plastic surgery.
  • "He just seems too... He's kind of... He's holistic! I feel no one holistic gets facelifts." (Joanne, 27:04)
• Joe, the producer, fact-checks: Jim has often said he doesn’t drink alcohol.
• Introduction of bizarre male beauty trends: "looks maxing" and "bone smashing."

7. Male Beauty Trends: Looks Maxing & Bone Smashing

Time: 28:21 – 30:24

• Vogue describes online trends where men "bone smash" (hammer their own faces) to change their bone structure, and micro-dose crystal meth for hollow cheeks.
• Both hosts are hilariously appalled:
  • "Would you not just save up the cash and get a facelift?" (Joanne, 30:24)
• Joe confirms bone smashing is a real and frightening phenomenon.

8. Tour Announcements & Gift Requests

Time: 30:40 – 32:37

• Joanne sneaks in updates about her Australia/New Zealand tour dates.
• Vogue bargains for an outfit from the Aussie brand ‘Dish’ as payment for on-air promotions.

9. Dirty Feet & Hygiene Horror

Time: 32:37 – 34:51

• They roast Benny Blanco for displaying disgustingly dirty feet (and farting!) on his podcast, suggesting basic foot hygiene is mandatory for anyone on camera.
• "If I thought my feet were going to be on camera ... someone would be like, where would you style is? Someone's like, would you rub a cloth over that foot there?” (Joanne, 34:43)

10. Influencer Nonsense: 'Sharing' and Fetuses on Instagram

Time: 34:51 – 36:13

• Vogue highlights an influencer who creates an Instagram for her unborn child, referencing “sharenting” (oversharing parenting content).
• General horror at the rise of fetus-voiced Instagram content.

11. Parenting & Swearing Stories

Time: 36:14 – 38:29

• Vogue’s child tells her to "off" (correct context provided), leading to discussion about children repeating bad language learned from parents.

12. Culture Recommendations & Spoiler-Free Reviews

Time: 38:46 – 40:05

• Recommendations: ‘Love Story’ about JFK Jr. and Carolyn Bessette (Disney+), and Cynthia Erivo’s one-woman Dracula show.
• The pressure of solo theatre dates and being a “single woman, day 8”.

13. Adele’s Divorce and Detective Work

Time: 40:21 – 43:51

• Fascinating story: Adele used a forensic accountant to prove her ex’s infidelity with “community funds,” saving her $140 million in the divorce settlement.
  • "He cheated and used her money to fund the affair ... he lost 140 million because he's a dirty dog. And I hope she taxes.” (Vogue, 43:08)
• Humorous asides about “cheap bastard” cheaters and references to Whitney Houston’s "It’s Not Right, But It’s Okay."

14. St. Patrick’s Day Parade Roles & Girl Power

Time: 44:22 – 45:52

• Katie Taylor named Grand Marshal (US), Vogue’s own Grand Marshal role in Dublin, and Emma Dabbery in London. Discussion of all-female representation.
• Excitement and anxiety over what to wear ("Gotta wear Irish – imagine you wrapped up in Alexander Wang!").

15. Closing Remarks

Time: 46:31 – End

• Thank-yous, plugs for subscribing, and returning to music highlights: Rosalia’s performance at the Brits.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "I am a lazy piglet. I need to cop the on ..." (Joanne, 01:07)
• “Sexism is in the room. Sexism the room.” (Joanne, 03:49)
• "She could stand up there, derma blading her own face for seven minutes and leave and I'd be like, I loved it. Five stars." (Joanne, 10:41)
• “You gotta try something different ... I liked it. I really enjoyed it.” (Joanne on Harry Styles, 12:23)
• "She looks like dirty chickens from a battery farm. And she just went in and was like, I'll take them." (Shabazz, via Vogue on Rosalia, 21:02)
• "Would you not just save up the cash and get a facelift?" (Joanne on bone smashing, 30:24)
• "If I thought my feet were going to be on camera ... would you rub a cloth over that foot?" (Joanne, 34:43)
• "He cheated and used her money to fund the affair ... he lost 140 million because he's a dirty dog. And I hope she taxes.” (Vogue, 43:08)

Useful Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:35 – Harry Styles & performer self-critique
• 03:49 – Sexism in venues
• 06:17 – Lily Allen review culture
• 10:54 – Brit Awards red carpet gossip
• 12:23 – Harry Styles performance debate
• 13:41 – The surprise Björk cameo
• 17:26 – Brits after-party chaos
• 20:12 – Shabazz's fashion roasts
• 22:31 – Jim Carrey’s “clone” theory
• 28:21 – Looks maxing and bone smashing
• 32:37 – Benny Blanco’s dirty feet
• 34:51 – Instagram “sharenting” horror
• 36:14 – Kids swearing
• 38:46 – Culture corner recommendations
• 40:21 – Adele’s divorce detective drama
• 44:22 – St. Patrick’s Day parades
• 46:31 – Finale and Rosalia praise

Tone & Style

Irreverent, brash, and howlingly funny. The duo deliver normally taboo or embarrassing insights with 100% honesty and the comedic timing of seasoned standups. Sincere moments are undercut with jokes, retaining their unfiltered, chatty, and inclusive style throughout.

Summary for Listeners

This episode is a must for fans of pop culture, British/Irish celebrity life, and deliciously pointed, relatable banter. From backstage at the Brits to the gritty reality of pampered feet and wild cosmetic trends, Joanne and Vogue keep it fresh, female-forward, and fantastically judgmental—in the best way possible.