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It's Not You, It's Them...But It Might Be You with LalalaLetMeExplain

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Lalalaletmeexplain is here to answer all YOUR questions around love, dating, sex, and relationships. Her unfiltered advice is not only candid and insightful, but she delivers you tough love when needed. Having swam the depths of the dating pool herself, Lala’s advice comes from a place of experience and expertise. On Mondays Lala will be addressing a hot topic of the week, whether it’s a discussion around female misogyny blowing up your timeline or the arguments around Sex Education in schools that’s splashed across the headlines. Wednesdays she’s tackling your issues and conundrums around love, sex and relationships and on Fridays Lala will be diving into your dating dilemmas, red flag alerts, instant ick reactions and sharing her weekend reminders. And twice a month she’ll be joined by a guest to deliberate your questions. Lala is the author of the best-selling dating guide Block, Delete, Move On, OK Mag’s resident agony aunt, a sexual health and relationship educator and she’s a social worker with over a decade of experience in child safeguarding and child protection. It's Not You, It's Them...But it Might Be You is the trustworthy, down to earth advice that you've been waiting for! A Sony Music Entertainment production. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com To get in touch please DM Lala in instagram @asklalalaletmeexplain. And if you would like to read more from Lala follow the link for her weekly OK Mag column. https://www.ok.co.uk/authors/Lalalaletmeexplain/
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Episodes

'Quiet On Set' and Recognising Child Abuse

WARNING: This episode contains distressing content and imagary relating to the sexual abuse of children. If you've watched 'Quiet On The Set' the documentary about the abuse suffered by children on Nickelodeon productions, I'm sure you'll be feeling sickened, outraged and appalled at what went on. But it's not just in Hollywood productions that this kind of abuse is occuring. Lala invites on an anonymous guest who decades after his sexual abuse found the strength to speak up. Lala speaks about w...

Apr 15, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 118

Father Lala

More of you have been stepping into Father Lala's confession box and owning up to all your sordid secrets. From sneaky shaves to p**sy wine... it's always a relief when you fess up. Plus not contributing to the bills, the silent treatment for declining sex , is it a red flag? And head into your weekend right with Lala's Friday night reminder. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony M...

Apr 12, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 117

The Curse of the Ex

Lala addresses your latest dating and relationship questions. From the curse of the lingering ex to the lingering suspision that you're being cheated on, relationships can be incredibly trying and complicated but working on yourself is always rewarding. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at son...

Apr 10, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 116

Views on Nudes

Sending nudes. It's not as straightforward as it sounds. Just don't send them right? But it's more complicated than that for alot of us. They can appeal to a side that can make you feel good sure but what dangers are you exposing yourself to when you send them? And what about receiving unsolicited d**k pics? There's almost always a darker side when it comes to nudes... If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic l...

Apr 08, 202426 minSeason 1Ep. 115

Lala's Confession Box

Judge Lala is back to comment on your confessions. Will you be forgiven or not? We are talking revenge sex. Lala also navigates your red flags and gives a very important Friday night Reminder. A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And if you would like to read more from Lala follow the link for her weekly O...

Apr 05, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 114

Friendship Boundaries, Sex Talk & Flag Recognition

How do I differentiate between love bombing or someone just being really into me? When should I cut off a friendship with a married man? Is it too much to want the person I'm dating to stay the night after we've slept with each other? Lala navigates through each of these questions in this weeks agony aunt episode and discusses the pros and cons and what you should be looking out for! If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate ...

Apr 03, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 113

Agony Aunt Easter Special

In this week's Special Agony Aunt episode Lala tackles your questions. Ever found an item of clothing bad for feminism? Are you getting the ICK for no reason? Are you struggling with your sex drive? You can join the conversation on Lala’s Instagram account @lalaletmeexplain A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic...

Apr 01, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 112

Bidding Farewell to ICKs

Lala is bidding farewell to Icks on a Friday and delving into your confessions! Prepare to be absolved of your sins...or not. Plus, Lala dives into your burning red flag questions and shares her signature Friday night reminder. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And if you would like to read more from Lala follow the link for her weekly OK M...

Mar 29, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 111

One NO is enough

Join Lala in this week's Agony Aunt episode as she addresses your pressing questions. From navigating the complexities of domestic abuse to exploring the nuances of consent, Lala delves into important topics with knowledge and insight giving valuable advice and support. You can join the conversation on Lala’s Instagram account @lalaletmeexplain Links of support: Dog trust freedom project - https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/how-we-help/ownership/freedom-project Cats protection lifeline - https://www.c...

Mar 27, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 110

The Hampstead Heath Paedophile Hoax

In 2015, two children accused parents and teachers of running a baby-eating satanic cult in a Hampstead school. Conspiracy theorists around the world were gripped as four mothers fought for justice. Lala discusses cases that she has worked across in previous years and guides us through satanic cults, conspiracy theories and stalking. Credit: Channel 4. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together...

Mar 25, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 109

Usher, Rap WhatsApps and Stump Icks

You lot get Icky with a childish sense of humour, rapping WhatsApp messages and referring to certain anatomical parts as The Stump! Lala tries to get her head around red flags that have been flying high in your lives which are a rollercoaster of laughs, revelations, and cringey! If you'd like to be involved and ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcas...

Mar 22, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 108

Tate Debate & Sex Drive Discussion

Lala tackles your burning questions in this week's Agony Aunt episode. Do you feel embarrassed by your high sex drive? Does your partner show signs of postpartum depression? Ever been totally thrown by men who hold misogynist and just plain idiotic views? Lala shares her insights on people who support Andrew Tate. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram. A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainm...

Mar 20, 202422 minSeason 1Ep. 107

Love Is Blind: Chelsea and Jimmy

In this ‘Hot Topic’ episode Lala directs the dynamics of the relationships in the TV show ‘Love is Blind’. Can we really fall in love blind? What drives people to use reality TV shows to find Love? Lala explores the allure of reality TV matchmaking and unravel’s the truth behind the scenes. Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts And if you would like to read more from Lala follow the link for her weekly OK Mag column https:...

Mar 18, 202432 minSeason 1Ep. 106

Red Flags with Katie Price

Katie Price and Lala dive deep into the realms of dating and relationships and share personal stories, insights, and laughter while navigating the unpredictable journey of love. They tackle your red flags, and Katie Price shares her “ICKs" – those little things that can make or break a romantic connection. From pet peeves to deal-breakers. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Musi...

Mar 15, 202431 minSeason 1Ep. 105

Contraception, Condoms and Casual Sex

Why does the responsibility of not getting pregnant in a relationship fall on women? Is one NO more than enough? Do you need support navigating casual sex? Lala helps to answer them all! If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! If you need advice surrounding sexual violence or rape, please use the links below: Rape Crisis https://rapecrisis.org.uk/ Survivor’s Trust - https://rapecrisis.org.u...

Mar 13, 202425 minSeason 1Ep. 104

The Jury: Murder Trial - How Effective is our Justice system?

In this episode, Lala delves into the intricacies of the justice system, drawing insights from a recent Channel 4 programme, "The Jury: Murder Trial." This experiment restaged a real-life murder trial before two separate juries of ordinary individuals, questioning if they would arrive at the same verdict. Join Lala as she unpacks the implications of this unique experiment, exploring the nuances of jury decision-making and its potential impact on the justice system. From the lessons learned to th...

Mar 11, 202424 minSeason 1Ep. 103

Why We Need International Women's Day

In the special Lala shares her tough truths about International Women’s Day. She discusses the on going fight for women, the progress made and the continued changes that still need to come. A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com And if you would like to read more from Lala follow the link for her weekly OK M...

Mar 08, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 102

Is He The Red Flag, Or Is It Me?

Are you trying to navigate who in the relationship is the red flag? Are you dealing with a situation of revenge porn? Are you struggling to find a partner who is honest? Lala helps to answer all these questions! If you are suffering from image based abuse or domestic violence you can seek advice from: Revenge Porn Help Line -0345 6000 459 Women’s Aid - https://www.womensaid.org.uk/ If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate th...

Mar 06, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 101

The World’s Biggest Single Social Experiment?

Have you heard of or seen the pear ring? It's a small turquoise ring worn by single people. Designed to replace dating apps and show strangers that you're open to meeting new people IRL. The company says they're the world's biggest single social experiment and Lala is here to share her thoughts. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great po...

Mar 04, 202416 minSeason 1Ep. 100

Stephanie Yeboah On The Pull A Pig Scandal and Finding Love

The fabulous Stephanie Yeboah opens up about her dating past and on finding love. Stephanie joins Lala to help answer your dating dilemmas and tells all about her biggest icks!\ If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to li...

Mar 01, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 99

Taking Advantage, Taking Money & Taking the Piss!

Does your situation-ship or Ex owe you money? Is your partner continuously letting you down? Is your child exploring their sexuality, do you know how best to support them? Lala helps to answer them all! If you are owed money from your partner or ex partner money and are struggling to get it back you can get help below: Small Claims Mediation Service scmreferrals@justice.gov.uk Telephone: 0300 123 4593 Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @askla...

Feb 28, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 98

Killed Women - The Inadequate Justice System and How You Can Help

Why does stabbing someone on the street carry a lower minimum prison sentence than if you are stabbed in your home? Every week, 2 women are killed by their partner in the UK. In this powerful episode Lala tells the stories of women murdered by their partners and calls for action alongside the organisation Killed Women. It is a group set up by mothers of murdered daughters. They are advocating for improved sentencing and support systems. Also, we hear from Julie Devey. Her daughter, Poppy, was st...

Feb 26, 202428 minSeason 1Ep. 97

Unpicking ICKs - Snoring, Titties and Imitating Cats. MWEOH!

This week you lot get icky with the names men use to refer to your breasts, imitating animals and snoring, plus discussing the value of a pinky promise. Lala also tries to get her head around the red flags that have been flying high in your lives! If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic...

Feb 23, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 96

Addiction, Wastemen, Gaslighting and Clare's Law

Lala has never been this angry: Are you dealing with a partner who is struggling with addiction? Do you think your much older partner is taking advantage of you? Have you ever had a bad gut feeling about someone you are dating? Lala shares her thoughts on wastemen as she answers three of your dating dilemmas. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find...

Feb 21, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 95

Every woman needs to Hear This

Lala discusses Women’s Health. What does the Menopause really mean? What does it mean to be a middle aged women? How can women best prepare and embrace their mind and body for the Menopause. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring you...

Feb 19, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 94

Love Talk with Ashley James & Lala: Navigating Your Relationship Dilemmas

Ashley James joins Lala to answer your love dilemmas. They discuss cheating, being a mother of boys and answer your red flag questions. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcasts To bring your brand to life in this podcast, email podcastadsales@s...

Feb 16, 202427 minSeason 1Ep. 93

Humiliation Kinks, Casual Sex & Does BV Mean He Cheated?

Have you had casual sex and been unable to turn off your feelings? Ever been worried that your partner has cheated and given you BV? Have you been in a situation-ship and felt like you’ve lost all confidence?Lala gives you the real, trustworthy tough love to empower you through the crazy world of relationships and love. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment prod...

Feb 14, 202421 minSeason 1Ep. 92

Valentines... Schmalentines... What's The Big Deal?!

Why does Valentines Day hit some of us so hard? Where does it come from? Why does it matter who your with, or not with, on this totally random February day?! Listen now for Lala's real talk, Val day style. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcas...

Feb 12, 202419 minSeason 1Ep. 91

Panties, Pyramids and TikTok live icks!

Entering into the game this week are icks regarding giants building the pyramids, a 31 year-old going live on TikTok, and the pure use of the word "panties". Why are these icks SO ICKY?! Lala gets into it! If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony Music Entertainment production Find more great podcasts from Sony Music Entertainment at sonymusic.com/podcasts and follow us at @sonypodcas...

Feb 09, 202423 minSeason 1Ep. 90

Dumped After Two Dates, Creepy Cousins and Overprotective Parent Concerns

Are you worried about your partners overprotective behaviour with your child? Does your boyfriend seem perfect but, what's with his hideous mates?! And have you been let down by someone you were really into, and you don't know what to do? Lala gets right to the route of the problem, and helps YOU navigate that wild wild world of relationships. If you'd like to ask Lala a question yourself, get in touch @asklalaletmeexplain on Instagram and let's navigate this romantic landscape together! A Sony ...

Feb 07, 202420 minSeason 1Ep. 89
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