That Should Be Working!
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<p><strong>The podcast for anyone who's supposed to be doing something productive right now</strong> (but scrolling instead). We're diving into workplace pain-points, education successes and disasters, training fails, and all the messy life stuff that happens when you're allegedly an adult. Think chats by water cooler, career advice, with zero corporate buzzwords and 100% honest takes on why everything feels broken. Sharing our real life conversations with you! </p>
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8/25/2025
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June 1, 2026
Don’t have kids? Why it’s none of our business
<p>Why Don't People Have Kids? This episode is a personal one. Join Coll + Rich as they have a candid conversation on Society, Choices, and Personal Values. In this episode, we explore the complex and deeply personal reasons behind choosing or not choosing to have children. Our discussion touches on societal expectations, cultural backgrounds, economic realities, and individual priorities. Whether you’re contemplating parenthood or just curious about diverse perspectives, this conversation offers valuable insights into modern life decisions.</p><p>Main topics:</p><ul><li>Cultural and societal expectations around family and parenthood</li><li>Personal values, long-term planning, and decision-making in relationships</li><li>Economic factors and housing market impacts on family planning</li><li>The social support structures and community dynamics related to raising children</li><li>Challenging assumptions and respecting privacy in personal life choices</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Note: This conversation emphasizes respecting personal choices and understanding that decisions around parenthood are deeply individual. It’s okay to say “it’s none of your business” and prioritize privacy.</p><p>Resources & Links:</p><ul><li>A blog on modern parenthood in the UK - <a href="https://www.fertilityfamily.co.uk/blog/beyond-the-birth-rate-the-real-factors-shaping-modern-parenthood-in-the-uk/" rel="nofollow">https://www.fertilityfamily.co.uk/blog/beyond-the-birth-rate-the-real-factors-shaping-modern-parenthood-in-the-uk/</a></li><li>Article discussing postnatal depression - <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/28/seven-out-of-10-uk-mothers-feel-overloaded-research-reveals" rel="nofollow">https://www.theguardian.com/society/2026/jan/28/seven-out-of-10-uk-mothers-feel-overloaded-research-reveals</a></li><li>The London housing crisis in numbers - <a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgkg54nd5d5o" rel="nofollow">https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cgkg54nd5d5o</a></li><li>Article discussing falling enrolment rates in Tower Hamlets schools - <a href="https://parliamentnews.co.uk/tower-hamlets-schools-may-merge-due-to-falling-numbers/" rel="nofollow">https://parliamentnews.co.uk/tower-hamlets-schools-may-merge-due-to-falling-numbers/</a> </li></ul><p><br></p>
May 11, 2026
Career vs Commute, should you have to choose?
<p>In this episode join Rich + Coll as they explore the shifting landscape of work in a post-pandemic world, how commute times influence career decisions, and the broader societal impacts. </p><p>Join us as they discuss practical insights and future trends shaping employment and community development.</p><p><strong>Key Topics:</strong></p><ul><li>The evolving importance of physical office presence versus remote work</li><li>The impact of remote work on opportunity access across social and geographic divides</li><li>The societal and community implications of relocating or decentralizing workplaces</li><li>Opportunities for investment in less-connected towns and regions</li><li>How early career decisions around office work influence long-term career prospects</li></ul><p><br></p>
April 27, 2026
Are student loans a tax on aspiration?
<p>Join Rich + Coll for their candid discussion on the UK's student loan system and whether they think it may be broken, not working and operating as a tax on aspiration. Together they share personal stories and experience with the system, providing a balanced voice of the many who feel it needs reform.</p><p>Sources and additional reading:</p><p> • <a href="https://www.rethinkrepayment.com/" rel="nofollow">https://www.rethinkrepayment.com/</a> - the organisation Rich referred to, campaigning for a fairer system. They can also be found on social media.</p><p><br></p>
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<p><strong>The podcast for anyone who's supposed to be doing something productive right now</strong> (but scrolling instead). We're diving into workplace pain-points, education successes and disasters, training fails, and all the messy life stuff that happens when you're allegedly an adult. Think chats by water cooler, career advice, with zero corporate buzzwords and 100% honest takes on why everything feels broken. Sharing our real life conversations with you! </p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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