Best Em Clarkson Podcasts (2025)

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Just Us: We have a HUGE announcement… 34:38

3d ago34:38

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It was bad vibes all round in the studio today - so we’re bought the chaotic energy together to try and cheer ourselves up… and it might have actually worked?! In this episode - we found out that Al really isn’t like other girls, we discuss a very awkward birthday greeting and whether it’s acceptable to say you don’t like Taylor Swift… We also tell…

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Rethinking farming: mental health, loneliness, and breaking boundaries… with Clarkson's Farm's Harriet 48:55

6d ago48:55

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Harriet Cowan is not your stereotypical farmer. British farmers are under pressure and are often misunderstood. Harriet is making it her mission to change our perception of farmers and farming. Not only does this woman run two farms with her boyfriend - she also works five days a week as a nurse - we're pretty sure she's one of the hardest working …

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Just Us: Running with boobs, protecting Blue Ivy and the indignity of diarrhoea 37:02

10d ago37:02

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Guys, a miracle has happened - Al is happy with the weather today! On today’s episode we’re discussing Em’s food poisoning *situation*… which miraculously didn’t actually originate in the Light household. We chat about sports bras - and how much of a barrier boobs can be for women getting into exercise. And we discuss the internet’s reaction to Blu…

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It’s looking bleak for clean energy in the US as Congress threatens to shred the Inflation Reduction Act 1:15:13

11d ago1:15:13

1:15:13

Legislation with massive implications for clean energy in the US has been making progress in Congress. The Republican party’s “big beautiful bill”, introducing sweeping changes to taxes and government spending, would phase out most of the tax credits for low-carbon energy that were created, expanded or extended in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) …

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‘Woman killed’ - but by who? Dismantling the media spin on male violence 45:24

13d ago45:24

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Words matter and the way we use them can either uphold or challenge harmful systems. This week we’re joined by Sydney - the co-founder of This Ends Now, a not-for-profit dedicated to preventing male violence against women and girls through reframing conversations. Sydney tells us how language plays a powerful role in shaping our understanding of se…

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Just Us: Cannes nudity ban, hair loss and a drainoscopy 38:22

17d ago38:22

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Greetings loved ones! Happy Al’s Got A Fringe Day to all who celebrate! It’s been a big week for us - not only has Em’s had a man look up her drain - but we’ve also been loving seeing your comments on Monday’s episode with Laura Bates. We’ve decided to continue the conversation on this Monday’s episode with a very exciting interview… which seems es…

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Can we add dozens of giant new data centers to the electricity grid? New research says yes – if we embrace load flexibility. 1:02:57

18d ago1:02:57

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It’s the most talked-about academic paper this year in the world of energy. Rethinking Load Growth, co-authored by Tyler Norris of Duke University has caused a stir in energy circles because it offers a new perspective on the hottest issue of the moment: how to provide power for new data centers and other large consumers. With new sources of electr…

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Cyber brothels, AI girlfriends and misogynistic algorithms: Laura Bates on the new age of sexism 53:25

20d ago53:25

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The Netflix show Adolescence opened up the conversation about male violence and the radicalisation of young boys online into the mainstream. But how much do we really know about what young boys are viewing online and the effect is has on them? This week, we're joined by someone whose work has shaped the conversation around gender, power, and the in…

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Just Us: Are we all arguing with our partners? 33:11

24d ago33:11

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This week, we’re discussing all things adulthood: the good, the bad, and the “oh god, no one’s coming to rescue me.” From the never-ending responsibilities to the realisation that the buck officially stops with you, we’re discussing all what it's like to be a responsible adult (spoiler: it’s exhausting) We’re also reminding ourselves - and you - wh…

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“I got trapped in an underwater cave” - the life of a cave diver 48:18

27d ago48:18

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What would you do if you got stuck in a cave? Cave diving is something that has fascinated - and terrified - us for a long time - and today we had the opportunity to get all our questions answered by acclaimed explorer and cave diver - Rannvá Jørmundsson. Rannvá has a background as a professional diving instructor, specialising in cold water. Rannv…

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Just Us: Al’s deepfake, Russell Brand and reading your comments 30:43

1M ago30:43

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Al (aka Revolting Santa Claus) has come into the studio today armed with many, many, many awkwards for us. We also pull back the curtain a bit and read some of your comments on our latest episodes… turns out, we’re VERY responsive to feedback. It really does help us out if you rate and follow the show on your podcast platforms - so we’d LOVE it if …

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An energy podcast crossover: Energy Gang and Interchange Recharged join forces to discuss flexibility on the power grid: why it is so important, and how to create it 39:29

1M ago39:29

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They called the film Avengers: Infinity War the most ambitious crossover event in history. We can’t quite make the same claim, but at Wood Mackenzie’s 2025 Solar and Energy Storage Summit, we did record a crossover episode. Ed Crooks, host of Energy Gang, is joined by Sylvia Leyva Martinez, Wood Mackenz’s principal analyst for solar power and host …

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‘I shut down Stansted Airport with my psychotic episode’ - destigmatising bipolar disorder with Rosie Viva 53:37

1M ago53:37

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In 2018, model Rosie Viva was arrested after she caused Stansted Airport to evacuate all its waiting passengers following a psychotic episode. The aftermath saw her hospitalised, sectioned, and diagnosed with bipolar disorder - a dramatic moment that would alter the course of her life. Rosie joins Em to share her story and shed light on what it's r…

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What do the tariff wars mean for low-carbon energy? | Recorded live at Wood Mackenzie’s Solar & Energy Storage Summit 30:13

1M ago30:13

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“With great uncertainty comes great opportunity”, says Abby Ross Hopper, president and CEO of the Solar Energy Industries Association, in this special episode of the Energy Gang, recorded live at Wood Mackenzie’s Solar & Energy Storage Summit. Is she right? And what are those opportunities? To find out, host Ed Crooks welcomed Abby and Shyam Sriniv…

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Just Us: Girl boss feminism, billionaire vanity projects and a postpartum identity crisis 33:09

1M ago33:09

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Em was thirty minutes late to the studio today - she arrived looking fabulous and with a tale to tell… it was a hell of a 12 hours to be Em (or her hair). We also discuss mispronouncing words in a professional capacity and the true meaning of the phrase 'take heed'. Listener Vanessa emailed us about the first all female space flight - so we dive in…

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Hani Hashem, Founder of game studio Fahy, on how Saudi is betting big on gaming’s future 58:10

1M ago58:10

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In this episode, Will is joined by Hani Hashem, co-founder and CEO of Fahy Studio – a trailblazing Saudi gaming studio at the heart of the Kingdom’s creative boom. From modding Pokémon games in his teens to helping shape the future of Saudi Arabia’s gaming ecosystem, Hani’s journey is one of vision, guts, and gameplay. Together, they explore: • How…

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When IVF doesn’t work out... with Anna Hart 46:06

1M ago46:06

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When it comes to IVF - the narrative can often be to keep going and going, and going until you have a baby. Sometimes, however, the more sensible decision is to stop - and that is what was right for Anna Hart and her husband. Anna is content creator, interiors planner and digital strategist. After starting her IVF journey during lockdown, and after…

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Just Us: White Lotus, information overload and a bad wax 32:43

2M ago32:43

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This week - Em’s recovering from a patchy wax and Al has an Is It Just Me about information overload. We discuss the conundrum of leaving bad reviews, brands that don’t pay their influencers and the joy of seeing men get toupees. We also chat about White Lotus - and there’s a strong loved it vs hated it divide in the studio. Do you have an Is It Ju…

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Keeping cleantech investment alive | With technological, economic and policy challenges mounting, how can we keep energy innovation on track? 53:10

2M ago53:10

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These are hard times for investment in low-carbon energy. The lack of progress in international climate negotiations, threats to policy support, and an increased awareness of the challenges of decarbonization, have created some strong headwinds. Everyone agrees that more breakthroughs in innovative emissions-reducing technologies are essential for …

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Did weight gain change my relationship? with Tally Rye 48:00

2M ago48:00

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If you want to postiviely reframe the narrative of weight gain - this is the episode for you! Today, we’re speaking to the personal trainer, intuitive movement coach, content creator and podcaster Tally Rye. Tally shares her powerful journey of healing her relationship with her body image, food, and exercise. She opens up about moving away from the…

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Just Us: This should stay private 39:17

2M ago39:17

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Brace yourselves…. we’ve got an awkward episode for you today. Em and Alex start us off by sharing some awkward accidental online encounters and tales of naked hilarity… then we dive into your awkwards. Prepare to have sticky toffee pudding ruined for you for the rest of your life… We also ask a question about parody videos - Em Rata blocked Celest…

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Jon Birchall from LadBIBLE on what gaming and live streaming can learn from modern media 54:34

2M ago54:34

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In this episode of Noob Gaming, we sit down with John Birchall, Editorial Director at LADbible, to unpack what gaming and live streaming can learn from modern media. From his journey through legacy sports media to LADbible’s position as a Gen Z powerhouse, John shares insights on community-building, platform shifts, and how brands can engage with d…

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Convicted drug-dealer to award-winning artist: Kevin Devonport 41:08

2M ago41:08

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Kevin Devonport is a multi-award winning artist - his work has been displayed worldwide to much acclaim… but his entry to the art world is not what you might expect because he learned to paint whilst he was serving a prison sentence for drug offences. In this conversation - we discuss how art helped Kevin rebuild his life from rock bottom. Prison r…

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How can the power industry meet the challenge of rising demand? | In a special live episode recorded at the American Clean Power association, we discuss how to meet America’s growing need for electricity ... 41:11

2M ago41:11

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If President Trump’s tariff strategy succeeds in sparking a revival in US manufacturing, one consequence will be surging demand for power. We are already seeing electricity demand starting to pick up after 15 years of stagnation, driven by new data centers for AI and a wave of factory-building for semiconductors and batteries that is already under …

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Just Us: Chappell Roan on motherhood, Remi Bader’s weight loss surgery and why we need to stop policing women’s opinions 36:54

2M ago36:54

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Get ready because we're sharing Em’s problematic sunbathing plans for this summer and Al’s been dropping some more French references… quelle surprise! We also discuss two of the biggest moments of internet discourse from this week… firstly Remi Bader made a splash by talking about her weight loss surgery on Khloe Kardashian’s podcast and then Chapp…

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Is the US being left behind in the race to develop new clean energy technologies? BYD is selling EVs that can charge in five minutes | China is streaking ahead of the US in the energy transition race 58:08

2M ago58:08

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The Chinese car company BYD, the world’s top-selling manufacturer of electric vehicles, is launching two models that can charge in five minutes; about the time it takes to fill a tank with gasoline. It’s news that looks like a landmark moment in the energy transition, the way that the release of the DeepSeek model was for AI. It’s another eye-openi…

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Gender surgery saves lives… with Mr James Bellringer 49:09

2M ago49:09

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Mr James Bellringer is a surgeon who specialises in gender surgery in transwomen. James has been doing gender surgery since 2000 - and in this conversation, he discusses what the climate around gender surgery was like when he started and how he sees it now. He tells us about his experiences of the transformative effects of gender surgery, how vital…

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Just Us: We need to talk about Adolescence... 44:19

2M ago44:19

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Mercury is in retrograde and we’re all feeling it… Em, Al and Xanthe are in the studio today - and we’re gonna be honest… it was a little hard for us to find goods for this week’s GBA. Al’s been getting violent at the dentist and Em’s household has been hit by the flu. We also dive into the conversations that have been opened up in the mainstream i…

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Money = power: why financial freedom is a feminist issue 55:14

2M ago55:14

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Who here thinks they’re rubbish with money? We did, until we spoke to Alexia De Brogile. Alexia is the co-founder of YourJuno - the financial education app, by women, for women. In this episode, we find out how women’s attitudes to money are set from our childhood and how that lack of confidence follows us into adulthood - and stops us from growing…

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Just Us: I like it dense and wet 42:32

2M ago42:32

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We have *muchos* to discuss today! Em’s got an awkward that Boy Alex won’t let her talk about and she needs to get off her chest. Meanwhile, Al has potentially given Betty a taste for human blood… We also discuss internet accountability - we know that that people say hurtful things online but why do people feel the need to do it? And why do people …

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