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Lousy Advice

Lousy Advice

By: Holly Morris
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Introducing Holly Morris, a Z-list influencer, part time zumba-er AND QUEEN of lousy advice. Like all of us, she's spent her twenties & early thirties being bombarded with lousy advice in all forms, from 30 second TikToks of self-appointed life coaches about how breathwork cured their athletes foot, friends-of-friends in the pub that SWEAR their sister's cousin's big toe managed to get their ex back through reiki, magazine's that have told her if she just got her calves to be 2cm smaller she'd definitely end up getting inundated with roses on Hinge. So assisted by her tiny intern Rory, Holly will be coming live from Lousy Digest HQ. A magazine that discusses the things that really don't matter, and makes a bit of a meal of it. If you're looking for pearls of wisdom or have some unusual/ interesting/ down right awful advice of your own, let us know at thatslousyadvice@gmail.com Thanks for listening and PLEASE don't forget to follow us so you never miss an episode! (And so I can move Rory to a paid intern role) Bye babe xx
Episodes
  • F*** Up Friday: I Got Ghosted & Forgetting Colleagues’ Name

    F*** Up Friday: I Got Ghosted & Forgetting Colleagues’ Name
    Jun 26 2026
    Join Holly and Rory in this candid and humorous episode of Fudge Up Friday, where they share personal stories, workplace mishaps, and relatable relationship insights. Expect a mix of lighthearted banter, practical advice, and a behind-the-scenes look at their weekly life foibles. Perfect for those who enjoy honest, unfiltered conversations with a comedic twist. Timestamps: 00:00 - Holly’s heartbreak and ghosting story 02:37 - The unpredictability of romantic re-entry after years of celibacy 03:47 - The obsession with the “nice guy” trap in relationships 04:40 - Challenges of restarting dating after a long break 05:36 - The humorous mishaps of pregnancy grooming routines 07:11 - Why trimming pubes over a bin liner might be a thing 08:53 - The struggles of shaving during pregnancy and unexpected body hair growth 10:04 - The story of awkward hotel check-ins and ‘private balconies’ 11:24 - Forgetting colleagues’ names after months of working together 12:12 - The aftermath of trying low-calorie pizza and pasta 14:16 - The humorous story of booking a room with a mysterious “Steve” 15:23 - The chaos of adding someone into a close-knit girls group chat 17:24 - The wildness of college trip tales and mistaken-room scenarios 19:02 - Funny mix-ups with work farewell cards and name forgetfulness 20:05 - The dreaded moment of miswriting “clitten” instead of “clearly written" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • baby brain is SO real and why are people faking a perfect relationship on social media

    baby brain is SO real and why are people faking a perfect relationship on social media
    Jun 23 2026
    Holly discusses how baby brain led to her forgetting her own name, pregnancy fashion nightmares and social media curated perfection Timestamps: 00:00 - Welcome to the chaos: Lousy advice about pregnancy, social media, and football 02:16 - Responding to listener comments, including hate mail from fact-checkers 04:20 - The reality of baby brain: Forgetting names and hormonal struggles 05:34 - Comparing full names: Holly highlights her four-name complexity 06:07 - Dreaming of infidelity and the effects of hormonal craziness 07:06 - Rory and Holly discuss pregnancy-related opinions and societal expectations 08:09 - The challenge of preparing for life with a newborn: Watching YouTube tutorials 09:25 - Hospital vlogs and the unexpected energy of new mums 10:09 - The curated illusion of influencer motherhood and social media fakery 11:20 - The absurdity of carrying a sandwich in hospital as a snack for new mums 12:39 - Recognising influencers' staged content designed for engagement 13:14 - Guilt-tripping Rory for supporting the World Cup viewing plans 14:20 - The strategic manipulation of relationship sacrifices for football 16:18 - The importance of appreciating your partner in general and about football watching 17:30 - The "June love" theory: Is it real or just internet folklore? 18:26 - The double-edged sword of social media's curated perfection in relationships 19:14 - The unspoken moments of beauty in everyday relationship life 20:49 - The joy of the "build your own excuse" pregnancy strategy for social outings 22:37 - Challenges of wedding guest outfits during pregnancy and the fashion paradoxes 24:33 - Holly’s hilarious wedding dress frustrations and alternative ideas 27:15 - The 'love in June' theory: A dubious but entertaining internet trend 29:02 - Social media's obsession with sensational relationship content 30:49 - Authenticity vs curated perfection in influencer relationship posts 36:37 - How staged influencer photos influence real-life expectations and insecurities 38:48 - Real relationship moments versus social media curations 40:41 - The sentimental ranking game: What would make you cry most? 43:53 - Reflections on wedding vs parenting milestones in emotional significance 44:07 - Comedy gold: Holly’s "advice" for a fake relationship on Instagram 45:37 - The balance of humor and authenticity in the podcast experience 46:40 - How viewers can support and sustain their favorite podcasts 47:14 - Sign-off and appreciation to listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • F** up Friday: Calling The Doctors for my Dog, Getting a Wax & Taking ADHD Meds with Coffee

    F** up Friday: Calling The Doctors for my Dog, Getting a Wax & Taking ADHD Meds with Coffee
    Jun 19 2026
    Holly and Rory share their most cringe-worthy slip-ups: from falling down stairs, confusing doctor visits, to bizarre massage mishaps, that turn out to be goldmines of comedy and life lessons. 00:00 - Welcome to Fudge Up Friday: Embracing mistakes with humor 00:44 - Listener submissions: Massage, spa, and medical blunders 02:01 - Funny stories about pet reports to RSPCA and mistaken hospital calls 03:20 - How unanswered questions during discussions might be handled 04:00 - Post-massage wardrobe mishaps and overcharges 06:00 - Curious stories about Embracing holiday dumps and relationship quirks 07:30 - The Clunge King’s recent family milestone 08:45 - Humorous recounts of hospital visits after stairs fall 10:03 - Facial surprises, inappropriate clothing requests, and body hair tales 12:10 - Blood donation attempts, needle panic, and fainting escapades 15:52 - Pregnancy sneak peek and early body image confusions 17:38 - Personal grooming, bikini, Brazilian, and laser experiences 20:03 - Medication mishaps, espresso overdrinks, and mental health moments 22:16 - Playlist confessions, humorous irritations, and sharing content 23:18 - Wrap-up, call to action, and thank you to listeners Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    26 mins
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