Another episode with Ash and Matt as they dissect some of the topical news articles they read this week. Role play and dress up for sex? Whats yo flavour? Latest study shows how many brits like it when their partner dresses up... Matt then looks at a company that raises the minimum salary within the business as a way to help mothers. Lastly, da killa strikes again... where? Listen and find out... be safe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Mar 05, 2020•57 min•Season 3Ep. 5
This week the two gays give you podcast listeners a run down of essential skin care routines before talking about Quaden Bayles and bulling. But dont let this overshadow Ash's new romance with The Sims and his two dogs: Bark Ruffalo and JK Growling... Lets just say that this episode of Honest To Pod is lols from start to finish... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 27, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 3Ep. 4
This week Ash and Matt talk about Aaron Hernandez - after watching the documentary on Netflix, it divided camp as to whether you feel sympathy towards him or not. Where do you sit? We also talk about Gabrielle Union and her husband Dwayne Wade and their incredible support for their children. Supporting LGBTQ+ kids in their growth and discover of themselves is the makings of a great human, and it is our opinion that we should all strive to understand more from outside our comfort zone. All this a...
Feb 20, 2020•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 3
This thirst quenching episode kicks off after Matt finishes his water. Then we get into some serious stuff like how everyday racism goes by unchecked. When major corporations don't fact check their references putting wrong names with the faces of sports and political figures. Then Phillip Schofield's coming out and the pain he would have been going through for years but Jameela Jamil comes out and it has a different reaction.... Then the most riveting of agony situations... you will be shocked. ...
Feb 13, 2020•1 hr 18 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Welcome back to Honest To Pod - and what an amazing first episode this is. For the first time ever Ash & Matt are joined by a third... Friend of the show and all around bestie, Jordan Webb. Jordan opens up and tells his story about the abuse he suffered growing up. This write up could not do his telling justice, so make sure you listen. Both Ash & Matt were gripped! #ItsNotOK Jordan asked to push out this episode this week as it is Sexual Abuse & Sexual Violence Awareness Week - chec...
Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Well well well... another 30 episodes under the ever expanding and condensing proverbial belts of Ash & Matt - join us this week as we talk about the ups and downs of the year and the lessons they will be taking into 2020. Thanks to everyone for the love and support and have yourselves a great holiday period. We will be back in Feb! :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 19, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Hey y'all - a day late, whoops. Ash didn't edit it on time. Fuck it, it's Christmas, right... This week Matt talks through some of his favourite stories from 2019 illustrated in BoredPanda - it sparks a 35 minute discussion between Ash and Matt around the Gender Pay Gp, which has been edited out due to timings. Ash then talks through a user suggested topic... Does TV shows like Ru Paul and Queer Eye reflect gay culture or do they enforce stereotypes? Listen no to hear our thoughts and make sure ...
Dec 13, 2019•52 min•Season 2Ep. 29
Welcome back to another episode of the self described "hit" podcast, Honest To Pod, where delightful hosts Ash & Matt discuss all things that tickled their pickles this week. For Ash, his pickle is red raw (he wishes) from a weekend of CrossFit watching but he manages to find the time to listen to some crazy stats about World Aids Day and how awareness of the virus is declining. Meanwhile Matt, the sneaky wee thing, is turning 32 and dealing with everything that that entails SUCH AS A music ...
Dec 05, 2019•1 hr 9 min•Season 2Ep. 28
In a pre-recorded episode, Ash and Matt are full of beans but still hungover. Matt talks lesbians and the new Clio advert for Christmas. Ash digs deep into an agony aunt about establishing the top and bottom status. Plus, you know these two, there is loads more of unplanned tea to spill in what is one very funny Honest To Pod episode. Listen and enjoy AND follow us on insta :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 28, 2019•53 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Ash and Matt sit down to catch up all the usual gossip which this week includes Ashley's visit to Ireland and a story he brought back that broke his heart ALSO Matt is going full conservative as he talks about attempts to ban clapping... Whats more the two talk about the play went to see together on their date-night! Enjoy this episode and let us know what you think :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 21, 2019•56 min•Season 2Ep. 26
In a pre-recorded episode Matt & Ash FINALLY talk about Northern Ireland - at the end. Before that, they tackle a first hand agony aunt situation in Ash's dating life AND how social apps, like Grindr and Scruff should look at their ability to stop CatFishing through tighter security - much like Hornet is doing. The guys would love it if you listen in and share with your friends - and don't forget to let them know any situations you need some advice to? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy ...
Nov 14, 2019•49 min•Season 2Ep. 25
Ash and Matt sit down to talk about the Rugby World Cup Final where England were destroyed by South Africa in what has to be the mo embarrassing moment ever for England, except for that time where they didn't get out of the pool stage of the tournament they hosted. EEK!! (Written by Ash) - but also, we spoke about Matt's book he is enjoying: Reni Eddo-Lodge's - Why I'm No Longer Talking (To White People) About Race. Also Ash talks through a lovely little article (also from South Africa) around p...
Nov 07, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Matt's back and has he got stores to tell...? Nope! But tune in anyway as Ash has a new haircutting story... but nope, that also got cut. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 31, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 23
This week is a pre-recorded one as Matthew decided to spring a surprise trip to the states on poor Ash. But do you think that would stop these talk non stop for the 2nd of the double bangers? Course not! Join them this week as Ash talks about how he "pays It forward" but giving unrequested etiquette guidance to "innocent" scruff users. Then Ash talks about how awesome the Brit School is as a place of safety for LGBT pupils and the two reminisce on memories of growing up and the punishment receiv...
Oct 23, 2019•58 min•Season 2Ep. 22
This week Ash bounces round to Matts where, on the squeaky bed, they deliver insights into Ash's latest Grindr messages. Then the two talk about Craig Stoddon, the Scottish man who punched a 9 year old and then shouted homophobic names at him. Listen to this corker and leave us a review on apple podcasts Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2019•44 min•Season 2Ep. 21
Ash and Matt catch up over nothing, as Matt does not offer beverages, and talk about their weeks. Pub quiz regulars, Ru Paul's Drag Race UK and Ash has a moan about CrossFit, or lack there-of. Matt and Ash reflect on a really positive article that came out of New Zealand TJ Perenara and how the world is ready for a gay All Black. Then its some personal issues with Matt and personal space and lastly, the two deep dive into a great issues suggested by one of Honest To Pod's listeners. How do you a...
Oct 10, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Bit of a different one this week - I've Got News Babe is an episode where we go through a few more of the headlines over the week and less of a deep dive into issues. We hope you enjoy this trial format where we cover Gay Rugby (accidental) kiss & Israel Folau, World Cup Rugby, Brexit and what it may mean for Prep, Ash's rimming the edge of the RuPaul glass thirsty for a sip & loads more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Oct 02, 2019•52 min•Season 2Ep. 19
Hey hey hey, this week Ash and Matt pick up where they left off last week - focusing on Gareth Thomas, the Welsh rugby legend who captained the British and Irish Lions and his groundbreaking move to come out and tell his story of living with HIV. You don't need to have seen his documentary but if you haven't you should check it out. It is amazing and on iPlayer. anyway, enjoy this weeks episode and thanks again for listening and tuning in xxx Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...
Sep 26, 2019•52 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Here we go again - Tune in this week to listen to Ash and Matt talk about the topical and the tasty! Get involved in next weeks episode where we talk about Gareth Thomas & his story. His Documentary should be on catchup now along with Jesy Nelson's. This week we focus on cyberbullying, how to handle it and the affects it has on its victims. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 17
Jim Wells, the DUP politician and all round trumpet (in our opinion) was recently on Good Morning Britain with Piers Morgan and Suzanne Reid where he talked about his concerns over sam-sex dancing partners being shown on Strictly Come Dancing BEFORE the watershed (9PM) - utter madness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2019•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 16
HAPPY STRAIGHT PRIDE EVERYONE!! Yeah that is right, its been a fun ole weekend in Boston where a select group of straight white people gathered together to celebrate their pridefulness in being straight and white. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 04, 2019•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 15
The duo are face to face in Studio McCabe, and the laughs are two a penny! Opening up talking about feet the pair both have stories to tell. Next an Agony Aunt asks the question: "is it ok to sleep with someone knowing they are in a relationship?" - what do you think? With a few other topics brought in we then talk about work life and how to handle difficult situations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 28, 2019•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 14
Matt's Back - and with him comes a whole hoard of stories from Terremolinas. Thanks DWV "Boy Is A Bottom" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 07, 2019•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Ash and Matt catch up to talk about homophobia in sport and focusing on recent events in UFC and GAA football. Listen and let us know where you think. We also have Agony Aunt Ash and Big Mama Matt stop in to give you their answers to some listeners problems. Have a question you want answered, let us know - we also appreciate the shares and recommendations you guys give :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 24, 2019•56 min•Season 2Ep. 12
Not how the episode was planned, but this week sees our first therapy session as listener Ryan asks what is the best way to handle a friend who is a bit of a negative nancy... Matt talks about his own experience with a troublesome friend, so it's a double therapy session for Agony Aunt Ash - and I guess the Same Sex Marriage can wait a bit longer for N.I... sigh (we'll have our day one day). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jul 17, 2019•56 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Ruby episode 40 of Honest To Pod looks at pride and it's variants: Black Pride & Straight Pride - plus secrets...shhh don't tell anyone :P - and how about getting some solid bad advice from Ash & Matt - let us know a scenario (real or fake) and we will give advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 04, 2019•54 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Welcome back to another episode of Honest To Pod, this week Matt talks about Israel Folau's return to the news for another short stunt of look-at-me- fame whoring! Absolute douche! Ash then talks about the London Spitting Girl and what he would do if someone spat at him, then - to keep it classy, lets talk about shit! Literally, porta-loos... YAS... something different innit! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 26, 2019•47 min•Season 2Ep. 9
Matt and Ash are very sporty this week as they talk about the fitness mannequin's at Nike Town London - what sort of message does a plus sized mannequin say? What are your thoughts? Also, Tyson Fury's comeback is one of legend (apparently) but does his history of mental illness give him a free pass to not be held accountable for some of the abhorrent things he has said before - again, let us know your thoughts? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....
Jun 20, 2019•49 min•Season 2Ep. 8
A husky Ash and a limping Matt tune in, still wrecked, to recap on their weekend together in Dublin for the Union Cup. Ash (ex-player) joined Matt (current pitch perfectionist) with the rest of the Kings Cross Steelers - the worlds first gay inclusive rugby team to take part in the European tournament! The highs and the lows of the weekend are summarised in this special episode. Enjoy! 😊 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 12, 2019•39 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Hello, and welcome to episode 36 of Honest To Pod - this is your weekly dosage of some things that are on point, others, not so much - we love opinions, share them freely on our page - agree with us or disagree with us, just head to instagram follow us and leave a comment on one of our posts... if it's provoking (and respectful) we may even read it out! This week Matt rejoices that love island is back - ash doesn't give any f*cks - meanwhile Ann Widdecombe is being a crusty ole witch - and some ...
Jun 05, 2019•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 6
