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The Unpopular Opinion

Jen Hatton & Karla Kwww.instagram.com
Hey! We're Jen and Karla. Two girls from Dublin with what we consider an "alright" sense of humour. Times are changing and we love discussing our strong, differing opinions on todays everyday topics, but even more so, we want to hear yours. Get in touch with us on Instagram. We have exclusive episodes on Patreon too!

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Episodes

TUO Learns: Pride with Lauren Gregz

This week on TUO, Karla is joined by Lauren Gregz. A queer legend based in San Fran. A lot to be learned about the history of pride, the future of pride, and all that is in between. Thank you to Lauren for contributing and educating us this week! You can find us on Instrgram , Patreon , and Don't forget to follow Karla's Stomper Of The Week playlist! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 27, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 26

TUO on Privilege

This week we attempt to brave the subject of Privilege. I's a touchy one's all privileged in our own unique ways, but let's face it, some trump others in regards to todays society. It's important to remember that privilege comes from a place that is out of the persons control, to check yours regularly, and to find out how you can use yours to help others to gain equity. The essay by Peggy McIntosh on privilege can be found here . Karla's Stomper can be found here . Don't forget you can get in to...

Jun 20, 20211 hr 25 minSeason 2Ep. 25

TUO on Niteclubs

This week we take a look back on Niteclubs. Some sweat boxes, some amazing, and some of the antics.....well WOW. Don't forget you can get in touch with us on Instagram , we're on Patreon , and Karla's Stomper of the week here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 13, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 24

TUO on Social Decorum

This week we're chatting about the neck of some people. What's acceptable and what's not, we're not too sure anymore because peoples standards clearly differ a huge amount. Don't forget we're also on Patreon and if you wanna add Karla's Stomper of the week playlist, you can do so here Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 06, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 23

TUO on One Night Stands

This week on TUO, we're chatting about one night stands, in particular, our listeners ones, and oh boy do ye get yourselves into some sticky situations. Part 2 of the conversation is continued on our Patreon so join us! Here's Karla's Stomper Of The Week Playlist . Hope you enjoy and have a great week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 30, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 22

TUO on Best Advice

In this episode, we share the best advice we've ever been given, and also the best best advice our listeners submitted on our Instagram. What's the best advice you've ever been given? Sometimes a few words of wisdom can change your perspective on certain situations, and we're hoping that this episode does just that for some of you. Don't forget to check out Karla's Stomper of the Week and we're on Patreon too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 23, 20211 hr 27 minSeason 2Ep. 21

TUO on Pickup Lines

Are ya well? Coz you're looking' well. In this episode, we're chatting about the art of the "pickup". Things have definitely changed over the years (thankfully) but we deep dive into the thoughts behind it, and get into what pickup lines our listeners have endured too....they're awful. As always, we're on insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast, and we're on Patreon too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 16, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 20

TUO on Guilty Pleasures

Whether it be a good smutty or nerdy book, a reality TV show, or a bit of ASMR, we wanted to know what your guilty pleasures are, and we of course yap on about our own for far too long. Why are they guilty? Why can't we just do what we like doing without being scarlet for our Ma's for having us? Anyway, we hope you enjoy. As always you can hit us up on insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast, leave us a review if you'd like, and we're on Patreon too Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

May 09, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 19

TUO on Toxic Masculinity with Podge Henry

This week we're joined by the delightful angel that is Podge Henry, to discuss toxic masculinity. Have you had any experiences with it? Is it a case of being stuck in an "in between" generation of the man being the bread winner and the "woke" society we're progressing into? Let us know your thoughts on the insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast and check out Podge on all social media and podcast platforms. Don't forget we're on Patreon too if you'd like over 60 episodes for the price of a fancy bari...

May 02, 20211 hr 24 minSeason 2Ep. 18

TUO on Breakups

Whether it's a sigh of relief or an unwanted disaster, breakups can be a hard one to navigate. We talk about our own experiences and those of our listeners. This got a LOT of feedback so part 2 is continued over on our Patreon and as always you can hit us up on insta: @theunpopularopinion_podcast. And here's the link for Karla's Stomper of the week playlist https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3VymtH5QxbhJhdOVwOcL6e?si=eX-82PM2SwCJ3cgAdgictA&nd=1 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more ...

Apr 25, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 17

TUO on Shocking Celeb Deaths

With the very sad news of the passing of Nikki Graham this week, we talk about the celeb deaths that shocked us the most. We also posed the question to our listeners on instagram @theunpopularopinion_podcast to find out who's stuck with you. As always, we're over on Patreon too if you're looking to binge some exclusive episodes for €6 a month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 18, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 16

TUO Learns: Crazy House Prices with Ciaran Mulqueen

This week we're delighted to be joined by the creator of @crazyhouseprices. Ciaran initially set up his instagram page to take the piss out of what is essentially (one of) the jokes of our nation...housing. After running the page for a while, it has become more than just a laugh, but a great source of information and activism about the issue. Go follow Ciaran if you already haven't, and like us, he's on Patreon too so go check him out! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 11, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 15

TUO on Hangovers

Ever woken up with a mouth like an auldfellas flip flop? A banger of a headache like you've been loafing a plug all night? Self inflicted, look for sympathy but computer says nooooo... which makes everything 10 times worse. We're chatting about ours and our listeners hangover stories, never know, might make you feel better about yourself. Don't forget we're on Patreon too! The €6 tier will get you access to 5 extra episodes per month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 04, 20211 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 14

TUO talks Covid 19 with Tom Hall AGAIN

It's been one year since our 1st Covid episode with Tom, A YEAR. None of us expected it did we? Would ya be able? A few things to note as the news is 100 miles an hour when it comes to Irelands lockdown, we recorded this 6 days ago and so recent media will not be mentioned, however we will cover it in our THE MOST UNPOPULAR for March on Patreon, because the auld government made us lol again Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 28, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 13

TUO on Paddys Day

This week on TUO we're chatting about Paddy's day, not to be confused with Patty's day, which has never, is not and will never be a thing hun. How do you spend yours? Do you use it as an excuse to sash the night away? Are you a parade and chill kinda guy? Is it overhyped and underwhelming? Give us all of your opinions on insta @theunpopulaopinion_podcast and don't forget to check us out on Patreon too Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Mar 21, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 12

TUO talks Fatphobia with Jess Cinelli

This week we're joined by drop dead gorgeous model Jess Cinelli, (no seriously, if you don't know what she looks like you need to check her out on insta @jessicacinellicurvymodel) to talk all things fatphobia and what supporting the bo-po movement really is, the new world of "mid sized" and how there is just a whole other struggle for plus sized people when it comes to society in general. Let us know your thoughts on insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m...

Mar 14, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 11

TUO on Cults

Ever been tempted to join a cult? Nah us neither, but they're fascinating no? Aside from all the abuse and murder etc. This week we take a deep dive into some pretty horrendous stuff, so hit us up if you know of any positive ones on insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast and catch us over on Patreon for exclusive episodes! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 07, 20211 hrSeason 2Ep. 10

TUO Learns: Skincare with Simone Scribes

This week on TUO, Karla has a chat with Simone Scribes about all things skincare (Jen stupidly double booked herself and was raging) Check Simone out on Insta and tiktok! Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 28, 20211 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 9

TUO on Lent

Do you give up something for Lent? This week we discuss the yearly tradition. We look into how it's done around the world and we get our listeners hot takes too. Get us on the insta @theunpopularopinion_podcast and check out our exclusive content (5 extra episodes per month) on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 21, 202154 minSeason 2Ep. 8

TUO on Matchmaking with Feargal Harrington

Happy Valentines day guys and gals. We were delighted to be joined by the ever so wise, and informative co-founder of Intro Match Making Feargal Harrington for this one. Check out his podcast "Is this why you're single?" and his insta @FeargalAndRena! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 14, 20211 hr 16 minSeason 2Ep. 7

TUO does Where are they now?

Ever wondered where Melissa Joan Hart, The Olsen twins and Wagner are these days? Wonder no more wonderful people, we've got you covered. Get in touch with us on Insta @theunpopularopinion2020 and check us out on Patreon if you're feeling fancy. The €6 tier will get you an extra 5 episodes a month! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 07, 202152 minSeason 2Ep. 6

TUO on Embarrassing Moments

No description needed.....just listen #Scarlah. Insta: @theunpopularopinion2020 and check us out on patreon too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 31, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 4

TUO on The Biggest Wastes Of Money

*Apologies in advance for the technical issues, dat be dat lockdown lyf* What's the one thing you rage about when you think about money wasted? Is it a banger of a car? All the rent you paid? Maybe the accumulation of all of the coffees bought over the years. We love opinions so get in touch on Insta @theunpopularopinion2020, and check us out on patreon too! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 24, 20211 hr 3 minSeason 2Ep. 4

The Unpopular Opinion on Red Flags

Whether it's how they talk about their ex, or how they conduct themselves on a first date, we all have certain red flags that spark our intuition into action off the bat. What are yours? We love opinions....give 'em to us on Insta @theunpopularopinion2020 and check us out on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 17, 20211 hr 9 minSeason 2Ep. 3

The Unpopular Opinion on Disney

Once Upon A Time Jen & Karla recorded a podcast episode about Disney, and discovered that people are batsh!t about Disney, and Disney is just mad altogether. Hit us up on Insta @theunpopularopinion2020 and check us out on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 10, 20211 hr 8 minSeason 2Ep. 2

The Unpopular Opinion on NY Resolutions

Happy New Year Y'all! This week in Haus of Unpopular, we're chatting about the dreaded New Years Resolutions. Do you set them? Do you stick to them? Prolly not but we're talking about it anyway. Hit us up on Insta @theunpopularopinion2020 and check us out on Patreon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 03, 202149 minSeason 2Ep. 1

The Unpopular Opinion on 2020

This week in Haus of Unpopular, we're just having the chats about ours, and your best/worst bits of 2020. Thanks so much for all of your support in 2020, we've had a blast. Roll on 2021!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 27, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 90

The Unpopular Opinion on the best/worst gifts

From an empty tin, to an actual horse...we discuss our own, and our listeners best and worst of...Christmas gifts. What was yours? Karla continues the conversation over on the Insta all this week @theunpopularopinion2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 20, 20201 hr 6 minSeason 1Ep. 89

The Unpopular Opinion on X-mas Parties

Ah the "work doo", did it even happen if it wasn't absolute carnage? Join us as we divulge into ours and our listeners best and worst experiences when it comes to the dreaded X=mas party. Stories will continue to be shared on Insta throughout the week so be sure to check out the stories @theunpopularopinion2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 13, 20201 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 88

The Unpopular Opinion on being Stingy

Ah, the art of being stingy. Suggested to us by a listener. Be it begging for cigarettes constantly or pretending that the money magically fell out of the birthday card, we feel we heard it all in this one! Get in touch with us on insta! @theunpopularopinion2020 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 06, 20201 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 87
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