Podcast Summary
Michelle's funeral dinner preferences: Michelle prefers a Jamaican meal of curry goat, rice and peas, mac and cheese, coleslaw, plantains, and dumplings for her hypothetical funeral dinner.
Key takeaway from this podcast episode is the unique and irreverent perspective of the hosts, Cathy Burke and her guest Michelle, as they discuss Michelle's upcoming BBC Two series "Spent" and Michelle's hypothetical funeral dinner preferences. The conversation is filled with humor and candor, with the hosts expressing their opinions on various topics, from fashion to food, in a way that is both entertaining and engaging. Michelle shares details about her new comedy-drama series "Spent," which follows the story of a former model named Mia who is now homeless and struggling with the consequences of her past consumerism. The series is set to air on BBC Two on July 8. Throughout the conversation, Cathy and Michelle also touch on various topics, including Michelle's acting career, her research for the podcast, and her funeral dinner preferences. Michelle reveals that if she weren't having a Christmas dinner, she would choose a Jamaican meal of curry goat, rice and peas, mac and cheese, coleslaw, plantains, and dumplings. The hosts' conversation is filled with wit and humor, making for an enjoyable and entertaining listen. The episode also provides insight into Michelle's upcoming project and her unique perspective on life and food.
Connection, Dreams: Cherish relationships and make an effort to connect with new people, even when spending Christmas alone or facing unfamiliar situations. Dream of dying surrounded by loved ones while laughing.
The speaker, Nia, shares her experiences of spending some Christmas days alone and her dream of dying surrounded by loved ones while laughing. She reflects on her past, including her modeling career and moving to New York, and how she found herself in unfamiliar situations. Nia emphasizes the importance of making an effort to connect with new people and making the most of life's experiences, even if they don't always go as planned. She also mentions her work on Six Feet Under, where they uncover guests' deepest secrets, and invites listeners to subscribe for ad-free access. Overall, Nia's conversation highlights the value of cherishing relationships, finding joy in unexpected moments, and embracing the ups and downs of life.
Fashion Industry: Models share candid stories of embarrassing situations and unusual encounters in the fashion industry, including unconventional cover desires and awkward runway mishaps
The conversation between the podcast hosts and the guest, Kathy, revolved around her experiences with fashion magazines, particularly British Vogue, and her encounters with embarrassing situations during her modeling career. Kathy shared that she had never made the cover of British Vogue but had written for it for the first time in this month. She also mentioned her desire for a montage on the cover instead of a single photograph. The conversation then shifted to discussing who would write her obituary and the role of an editor named Andrea Leontelli, who Kathy had met and had an unusual encounter with during a fashion show. Kathy also shared an embarrassing story about accidentally revealing her tampon string during a runway show. The conversation ended with Kathy reading an email from a listener about an embarrassing experience she had during a spray tan session. Overall, the conversation showcased the candid and humorous side of the fashion industry and the unexpected situations that models sometimes encounter.
Mental Health and Comparison: Comparison can negatively impact mental health, seeking therapy can help focus on personal growth, and recognizing inspiration in art is essential.
Comparison can negatively impact our mental health, and seeking professional help, like therapy, can be beneficial in focusing on personal growth rather than comparing lives to others. The advertisement from Better Help Therapy Online emphasizes this point, sharing how past therapy experiences have helped individuals set boundaries, find positive coping mechanisms, and be the best version of themselves. Additionally, the discussion about anime and music highlighted the importance of recognizing inspiration and appreciating the creative process behind it. The Anime Effect podcast offers an opportunity to delve deeper into this topic, learning about how artists draw inspiration from anime and manga. Lastly, the conversation touched upon the importance of understanding people's motivations and perspectives, especially when it comes to celebrations like weddings. It's essential to remember that these events are significant to the individuals involved, and it's not always about us or our opinions.
Affordable and personalized funerals: The speaker advocates for simple, eco-friendly, and affordable funerals with no fancy coffins or elaborate eulogies. She values authenticity, simplicity, and community, and prefers a lively and memorable send-off with food, drinks, and music.
According to the speaker, gatherings are becoming the new weddings, and people are embracing more affordable and personalized options for funerals. The speaker expresses her preference for a simple, eco-friendly, and affordable funeral, with no fancy coffin or elaborate eulogy. She also shares her desire for a lively and memorable send-off, with plenty of food, drinks, and music. The speaker also mentions her disdain for the idea of having her ashes kept and scattered, preferring instead to be cremated and have her remains disposed of easily. Overall, the speaker values authenticity, simplicity, and community in the way she envisions her own funeral.
Podcasts, anime, reincarnation, possessions: Discovering joy in various topics from podcasts to anime, and the importance of letting go of possessions that do not serve a purpose or bring happiness.
The exploration of various topics, from podcasts and anime to reincarnation and wills. Jesse Tyler Ferguson and his co-hosts discussed their love for podcasts and shared stories from Dinner's On Me. Meanwhile, Nick Friedman, Leila McMurray, and Leila President talked about anime and Crunchyroll Presents. They also shared their desires for reincarnation, with Jesse wanting to be a spoiled cat of an older gay couple. The conversation also touched on the topic of possessions and letting go of things that are not beautiful or useful. Jesse expressed his thoughts on sentimental items and the importance of decluttering. Overall, the conversation showcased the hosts' unique perspectives and the various topics that bring joy and wonder to their lives.
Podcast Production, DIY Troubleshooting: Relying on YouTube videos or professional help for troubleshooting is a common practice in today's world, and podcast production involves a team effort with various roles.
Technology has made it easier than ever to troubleshoot and fix issues on our own, but sometimes it's more convenient to let someone else handle it. Michelle, a guest on the podcast "Where There's a Will, There's a Wake," shared her perspective on not carrying around manuals and instead relying on YouTube videos or professional help. The episode came to an end with Michelle's famous last words, and she will be joining the bonus podcast, "Six Feet Under," to discuss death-related topics. The podcast is hosted by Cathy Berg, and the team includes senior producer Charlie Morrell, producer Nia Dio, engineers Ed Gill and Matthias Torres-Solei, marketing by Kieran Lancini, production coordinator Lily Hambley, music by Jonathan Rathbone, and executive producer Oli Wilson.