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The Polyester Podcast

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Is Blake Lively a bitch or being misconstrued? Will Elon ever stop cringing us out? And why is everyone using slurs again?

Every week Polyester's head girlies Ione Gamble and Gina Tonic take you down a weekly rabbit hole of online discourse and pop culture - from trad wives and surrogacy to porn stars and unhinged press tours. Exploring the intersection of IRL and URL through a feminist lens, the... more

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In the final hour before recording this week, we had to push our planned research aside and get stuck into the meat and bones of the juiciest celeb drama 2026 has given us so far: Brooklyn Beckham released an eight part Instagram story tell all about... more

Would you like an app that analyses your Google calendar and plans your day for you? Have you tried ChatGPT for meal planning? What about this ring that tracks your sleep habits and creates a routine that will mean you get to sleep even faster than b... more

A dark new issue has arisen on the platform formerly known as Twitter (a likely place for it to happen) where users are asking X's inbuilt AI bot, Grok, for indecent and sexualised images of women and children. While, as discussed in the ep, nudeific... more

Happy new year girlies! As is tradition in this joint (and across the internet at large), our hosts are giving their hot or not predictions for the upcoming twelve months.

In this week's episode, Ione and Gina discuss the possible return of woke, wh... more

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Recent Guests

Tavi Gevinson
Writer, actress, and creator of "Glimpses Of The Moon"
Episode: Tavi Gevinson on Influencers, Old vs New Media & Performativity
Stacey Battat
Costume designer known for her work in Priscilla among other films.
Film Industry
Episode: Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Funmi Fetto
Writer, editor, and brand strategist, known for her work in beauty and culture
The Observer and Vogue
Episode: Why Are 10 Year Olds Engaging in Ten Step Skincare Routines? How The Cult Of Beauty Affects Us All
Trisha Paytas
Social media personality and influencer.
Episode: Are You Girl Pretty Or Boy Pretty? How TikTok Brought Back Y2K Self Loathing
Diyora Shadijanova
Journalist with a focus on climate justice and artistic engagement
Independent
Episode: Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Rene Matic
Artist and writer, exploring themes of care and archival storytelling through photography and film
Independent
Episode: Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked

Hosts

Ione Gamble
Founding Editor-in-Chief of Polyester, known for insightful and humorous commentary on pop culture and feminist issues.
Gina Tonic
Senior Editor of Polyester, recognized for her engaging discussions and critique of contemporary culture and media.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 2.5k ratings
  • Sharp and thoughtful

    Ione and Gina are perceptive & charming hosts, their banter & friendship adding a delicious personal touch that leaves me looking forward to settle in & enjoy their weekly culture critique while sipping coffee or painting my nails. Thought-provoking cultural critique sticks with me from each episode, influencing how I perceive cultural phenomena, contributing to my conversations with friends, and catching me up with whatever’s happening online. Re: Frictionmaxxing; I agree with Gina’s understand... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oatspeasclover
    United States15 days ago
  • Love the gab

    Look forward to these gems each week and can’t wait for your newest issue to arrive! xx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lauraow
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love!

    Loved the latest episode, Substack has been pissing me off and this was the push I needed to put it in the bin! Love you both and everyone should be come a member 💕

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nimmmyyy
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • I think this podcast makes me 25% cooler.

    Listening to this podcast makes me feel so cool. It’s like overhearing a conversation at a coffee shop with the two ladies you’d love to be friends with but, like, you don’t want to interrupt their vibe.

    Anyway, love the podcast and all the conversation it generates in my life. Thanks for thinking seriously about pop culture!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MMeigsS
    United States2 months ago
  • Love!!

    This podcast has been such a lifesaver as I try to cut back on being online <3 Keeps me up to date on pop culture & the current landscape with an energy that’s infectious.

    (also thanks for making me feel vindicated in my dislike toward Wicked For Good 😂)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grilled_cheese_melt
    United States2 months ago

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Many find the hosts relatable and engaging, enjoying the down-to-earth discussions and personal anecdotes.
Listeners appreciate the insightful and humorous take on pop culture, often resonating with the feminist critiques presented.
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Labubu? Lafufu? LaTime Has Come To Stop This Nonsense
Q: Why are adults obsessed with toys?
Adults are constantly marketed toys and may also be seeking nostalgia and comfort.
Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Q: What do you think people should take away from the show?
Recognizing the interconnectedness of our existence and the urgent need for collective care.
Live At the Barbican: How Feminism And Climate Change Are Irrevocably Linked
Q: What did you anticipate going in?
I didn't really know what to expect, but I was pleasantly surprised at how profound it was in intersecting gender and ecology issues.
Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Q: How does the costuming reflect Priscilla's changes throughout her life?
A big part of it was the foundation garments, showing her journey from classic 50s undergarments to more adult looks.
Live: How Priscilla by Sofia Coppola Uses Clothing as a Form Of Power, With Stacey Battat
Q: What interests you about these private moments of fashion?
It's partly that the stories we're telling are set a little bit behind the scenes and are not set in a forward-facing way.

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