The SheerLuxe Podcast

Why are men finding it harder to make friends and has Britain developed a problem with ambition?This week on the SL Man Podcast, Harvey and Tunde are joined by author, broadcaster and presenter Jack Guinness for a candid conversation about modern masculinity, male loneliness, personal style and what it really means to be successful.
Jack shares his thoughts on why ambition can feel uncomfortable in Britain, why we should celebrate people who want more from life and how our attitudes towards success shape the way we see ourselves. The conversation also turns to male friendship, the realities of making meaningful connections as an adult and why finding your people matters more than ever.
Elsewhere, Jack discusses creating ‘The Queer Bible’, the importance of understanding queer history and why representation and visibility are so important. He also reflects on the relationship between identity and personal style, from dressing for yourself rather than following trends to whether modern menswear is becoming too uniform. Expect honest opinions, plenty of humour and a thoughtful conversation about friendship, identity, ambition and finding confidence in who you are.

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TIMECODES:
00:19 – Meet Jack Guinness: author, broadcaster & host of The Queer Bible
02:21 – Jack's Queer podcast and the cultural moments that shape us
06:21 – Male loneliness, adult friendships & finding your community
11:08 – What we're loving: Netflix films, celebrity interviews & entertainment
13:54 – Is it embarrassing to be ambitious?
17:39 – Could classical music make London commuters happier?19:30 – The Elizabeth Holmes documentary everyone's talking about
22:01 – Dilemmas: should you pretend to be surprised by your surprise birthday party?
36:41 – The story behind The Queer Bible: queer history, identity & belonging
41:00 – Jack's style rules: timeless dressing, fashion icons & men's fashion crimes

Links
PANEL
Harvey James | https://www.instagram.com/harvjam/
Loafers | https://on.ltk.com/+vLd2d0Kpixes3d_gNyok5A

Jack Guinness | https://www.instagram.com/jackguinness/
Ralph Lauren Blazer (Similar) | https://on.ltk.com/+F5EViV-ahXWMsS-xIcqMVw
Levis Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+XMC8bDVwlZyjp4PvUbzi3A
Drake’s Tie | https://on.ltk.com/+P9IdkCf9vfAz5TCYRXw1Xw

Tunde Ogunsina | https://www.instagram.com/tundeogun/
Men’s Baggy Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+q3hidR8m1VXax6PCXBXMnQ
River Island T-shirt | https://on.ltk.com/+qrnhw4TvT9YfDIqZBAW2jw
Timberland Boots | https://on.ltk.com/+BLyHD12jycjN4nDTrV7k7w

Queerphoria with Jack Guinness | https://open.spotify.com/show/0c3MJLDA1vwz7Mh6U5Wn1e Le Chameau Wellington Boots | https://www.lechameau.com/products/mens-vierzon-jersey-lined-wellington-boot-oxbloodThe Fourteenth | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81908710The Further Adventures of Cliff Booth | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/82054606The Queer Bible | https://www.queerbible.com/East of Eden by John Steinbeck | https://www.waterstones.com/book/east-of-eden/john-steinbeck/david-wyatt/9780141185071
The Castle by Jon Ronsoon | https://www.waterstones.com/book/east-of-eden/john-steinbeck/david-wyatt/9780141185071com/book/the-castle/jon-ronson/9780241754771
Murder in 68 | https://www.waterstones.com/book/murder-in-paris-68/edward-chisholm/9781800962675
Dishoom Borough | https://www.dishoom.com/borough/
Bayeau Tapestry Exhibition | https://www.britishmuseum.org/exhibitions/bayeux-tapestry
Salman Toor: Someone Like You Exhibition | https://courtauld.ac.uk/whats-on/exh-salman-toor-someone-like-you/
SkinCeuticals P-Tiox Serum | https://on.ltk.com/+5Lfj4D3kp3h1DpzdgE52QwSkinCeuticals
SPF | https://on.ltk.com/+9Ih5UUzQSlBwo-XMGbNhWQWillow
Smart Indoor Plant Sensor | https://on.ltk.com/+5BZVlr0se9oFhxMGfoaPpw

Did Kylie Jenner deserve her Victoria's Secret moment? And has the internet officially taken Halloween costumes too far?
This week on LuxeGen Group Chat, Poppy is joined by Harriet and Anna to unpack the biggest pop culture moments, celebrity drama and internet obsessions taking over their feeds. First up, the girls discuss the return of the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, from Kylie Jenner's much-debated appearance to Tate McRae's viral moment and Barbara Palvin's runway return.
Then it's onto ‘Dancing With The Stars’, the latest reality TV drama and whether the American show is officially more entertaining than ‘Strictly Come Dancing’. Elsewhere, the girls get into the most unhinged Halloween costumes they've seen online, from niche celebrity references to the meme-inspired outfits taking over TikTok. Plus, Kylie Jenner's latest acting project, the autumn fashion and beauty pieces they're obsessed with and the collaborations worth adding to your wishlist.
Expect plenty of unpopular opinions, celebrity gossip, fashion recommendations and all the usual LuxeGen Group Chat chaos.
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TIMECODES
01:49 Victoria's Secret Fashion Show & Tate McRae's Viral Music
03:27 Kylie Jenner's $50M Fantasy Bra Controversy
08:15 Is Kylie Jenner In A Murder Mystery One Step Too Far?
10:10 Dancing With The Stars Controversy
12:26 Strictly vs Dancing With The Stars
14:28 Unhinged Niche Meme Halloween Costumes On TikTok
18:23 Celebrity Halloween Costumes & Couple Ideas
20:41 Our Obsession With Sophia & Cinzia
23:20 Autumn Fashion Drops: Ugg x Kith & Ganni x Hunter
25:55 Beauty & Jewellery Finds
29:21 Outfit Of The Day: What We're Wearing For The Podcast 
  
PANEL
Poppy Edmonds | https://www.instagram.com/poppyedmondss/ 
Topshop Leather Jacket (Similar) | https://on.ltk.com/+qjz8vOHHAcI5TGt-TEevBg 
Topshop Everyday Tee | https://on.ltk.com/+k-6OTXS7kmfFmUEmqWCLkA 
Office Anoushka Ankle Boot | https://on.ltk.com/+IfG4dXlmO_q4xKdwCQ2Wkw 
Anna Aitken | https://www.instagram.com/annalouiseaitken/ 
ASOS DESIGN Knitted Rib Cardigan | https://on.ltk.com/+t2GYBqSpveydvr3Fx6Z5Jg 
Next Balloon Trousers | https://www.next.co.uk/style/su903528/v26340 
Nike Moon Shoe | https://on.ltk.com/+dmFKb3SvTps5jL-bckYzTw 
Harriet Brooks-Francis | https://www.instagram.com/harrietbf/ 
H&M Leopard Print Collarless Jacket | https://on.ltk.com/+Y-fJEL-9kuPSXCycvz0RXg 
Alohas Loafers (Similar) | https://on.ltk.com/+Y-fJEL-9kuPSXCycvz0RXg 
THINGS WE’RE LOVINGUGG x Kith | https://kith.com/collections/ugg
UGG Woven Tasman| https://on.ltk.com/+1kbfbVW1jsceqtw2zbbLeA 
Ganni x Hunter Poncho | https://on.ltk.com/+cBEfEHcHCymQyugpTUc0ag 
M&S Longline Coat | https://on.ltk.com/+Ti8HfB88MqAK1FQ5X1ZB5g  
Daisy London x Free People Alice Necklace | https://on.ltk.com/+0aI4l8_SgVCSxAoWjuXajw 
Daisy London x Free People Adeline Ring | https://on.ltk.com/+swi0X4vSZ57HnvzgtXQnGw 
Daisy London x Polly Newman Zebra Print Jewellery Box | https://on.ltk.com/+B71tmG-yVShyQq-HlTOA1A 
Jordana Ticia Gummy Twinkle Stick | https://on.ltk.com/+1jfMk4ZP6wZ_Tn38UxIocQ 
Jordana Ticia Bronzer Duo | https://on.ltk.com/+Slid-U58-Acrj6iAnty4UA 
Jordana Ticia Sunny Stick Cream Bronzer | https://on.ltk.com/+gD6h7c5moz4Wy-esH1BvKQ

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Alexander Skarsgård’s see-through shoes, SNL monologue backlash and the ‘Big Brother’ obsession that’s taking hold – the team get into all of this and more on this week’s SheerLuxe Podcast. This week’s host Nana Acheampong is joined by Polly Newman and Xamdi Abdul to unpack the biggest pop culture moments, dive into their autumn shopping baskets and settle a few dilemmas.
First, the team reveal everything they’re loving. Polly’s found the pushchair that actually works for travel, Xamdi explains why ‘Big Brother’ has her hooked and Nana recommends Florence Pugh’s ‘East of Eden’ on Netflix. Next up? Shopping. Xamdi is on a fragrance kick and runs us through everything she’s purchasing… and repurchasing, Polly’s loving new-in Zara and Nana has a coloured leather update. They also look at two of the hottest fashion collaborations of the moment: Alexa Chung x Reformation and UGG x JW Anderson. 
Of course, they also had to discuss Alexander Skarsgård’s daring press tour looks, from those see-through shoes to a very memorable t-shirt. Plus, to wrap up, they tackle this week’s hot takes and listener dilemmas. Expect candid chat on commuter chivalry, pushing back against curated home aesthetics, the debate over long-haul flight reclining etiquette and navigating the prenup conversation without offending your partner.  
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TIMECODES
00:00 – Intro
01:12 – City Mum Realities
05:12 – Is This The Best Big Brother Series Yet?
08:20 – Florence Pugh In Netflix’s ‘East of Eden’
10:45 – Commuter Fragrance Etiquette & Perfume Recommendations
13:20 – Autumnal Fashion Finds
14:04 – The JW Anderson x UGG Collab We’re Loving
15:02 – Why Coloured Leather Is Autumn's Best Investment
16:27 – Alexa Chung x Reformation 
17:26 – Alexander Skarsgård’s Viral Red Carpet Shoes
19:16 – Shane Gillis’ SNL Gym Monologue Controversy
21:57 – Is Public Transport Chivalry Dead?
26:12 – Why We’re Done With TikTok Home Aesthetics
30:40 – Dilemmas
37:08 – What We’re Wearing

PANEL
Nana Acheampong | https://www.instagram.com/styledbynana/ 
Zara Technical Jacket | https://on.ltk.com/+THGTafsMXltI-UXvr2a1sg 
ASOS ARRANGE Fringe Texture Skirt | https://on.ltk.com/+i8VNZQ2KvnQMBXyinOxuRg 
Topshop Arabella Sling Back Heel | https://on.ltk.com/+bbmPr6MR-LRodL2eHJZjWQ 
Polly Newman | https://www.instagram.com/pollyvnewman/ 
Zara Shoulder Pad Jumper | https://on.ltk.com/+CqgD5oCjrKvVNPmqgN6A2g 
Lululemon Smooth Spacer Pant | https://on.ltk.com/+nZWNks2G-FHzxCvCNWuntA 
ASOS ARRANGE Zebra Print Loafers | https://on.ltk.com/+yBwmdNL1R75pNTGoawRRVA 
Daisy London x Polly Newman Mixed Metal Knot Chain Necklace | https://on.ltk.com/+jkyOa7it2c3rN2_Lqg--mA 
Xamdi Abdul | https://www.instagram.com/xamdiyana_/ 
Monsoon Fenya Velvet Cape | https://on.ltk.com/+SyiAf3Iqo8G5eL4DausleQ 
ASOS DESIGN Knitted Fringe Detailing Jumper | https://on.ltk.com/+L1BfDVrteluS-MXFbXELWQ 
ASOS DESIGN Tall Straight Leg Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+HbHMWVhUKsdwKytEfz_VCg 
Dune Round Toe Ballet Flats | https://on.ltk.com/+4480qlSKwX8in9yednZlww  
THINGS WE LOVE
Big Brother | https://www.itv.com/watch/big-brother/10a4928
East of Eden | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81611854
SHOPPING
Chloé Sable Lavande | https://on.ltk.com/+OuD_-gP4U61bNufM5pfSEQ 
Dipytique Rihla | https://on.ltk.com/+Km28EIcN_z_MtKNnWgWVXw 
Tekla Bathrobe | https://on.ltk.com/+kbiY56pznqz8j6Sgz6HGnQ 
Stouls Winona Leather Skirt | https://on.ltk.com/+Mk8ZGEwowptjXmL5gs7E6g 
Reformation x Alexa Chung https://www.thereformation.com/collections/alexa-chung

Do your lips deserve their own skincare routine?
Hodge, Alex Steinherr and Jenn come together for a live SheerLuxe Podcast and conversation that moves from everything they’re loving right now to skincare, pop culture and your dilemmas.
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First up, the team swaps recommendations and catches up on what’s been keeping them entertained. Then they’re joined by Rita Silva, director of scientific communications at The Ordinary, to talk about the brand’s new lip treatment and the thinking behind its formula. Alex and Jenn share their skincare non-negotiables, discuss why lip care matters and talk through their own everyday routines.
Next, the hosts tackle the questions you sent in: would you date a friend’s ex and what would you do if your flatmate was using your expensive moisturiser? Plus, we take a look at what everyone’s wearing…
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00:00 The Ordinary’s new lip treatment
02:15 Meet Hodge, Alex Steinherr & Jenn
02:45 What we’re loving
11:46 Pop culture chat
15:25 The Ordinary’s lip treatment
16:05 Skincare non-negotiables
20:45 Why lip care matters
24:50 Lip treatments, hydration & fine lines
27:57 Hyaluronic acid and lip care
31:28 Everyday lip routines
33:29 Would you date a friend’s ex?
35:54 The stolen moisturiser dilemma
38:22 What everyone’s wearing
Links
PANEL
Hodge Templeman | https://www.instagram.com/hodgetempleman/ 
Patou Ruffle Blouse | https://on.ltk.com/+uWh-tQY4Gs_Aup9-PVredQ
ILA Vegan Leather Skirt | https://ilaofficial.co.uk/collections/skirts/products/charlotte-front-slit-vegan-leather-midi-skirt-in-khaki 
Alex Steinherr | https://www.instagram.com/alexsteinherr/ 
Róhe Panjou Jacket | https://on.ltk.com/+SJaRbowisxJwdb7EVcywDA
Pin Denim Levis 501s | https://pindenim.uk/collections/levis-501s 
Jenn George | https://www.instagram.com/jenniferrosina/ 
Zara Midi Check Skirt | https://on.ltk.com/+be4Sy6LKgnr8mb4XGXOGkQ
Brown Long-Sleeve Top (Similar) | https://on.ltk.com/+cnpJk3WnM3WUEcnhonpRFw
The Ordinary HA + Asiaticoside Lip Treatment | https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/product/the-ordinary-ha-asiaticoside-multi-active-lip-treatment-10ml_R04715068/?utm_medium=Email&utm_source=SheerLuxe&utm_campaign=Lip&utm_content=TheOrdinary&utm_term=Solus
Below | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81652677
‘The Party’ By Elizabeth Day | https://on.ltk.com/+5dRHSPvL3ugfSOAVzzD_BA
‘The Party’, ITV | https://www.itv.com/watch/the-party/10a1766
‘America's Sweethearts: Dallas Cowboys Cheerleaders’ | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/81685878 
Jigsaw Maxi Coat |  https://on.ltk.com/+pLqTKhfpvlYY42rjQXieuQ
Faux Fur Collar | https://on.ltk.com/+stED178NZXO8Zbt1dTRRHw
‘Girls’ | https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/amzn1.dv.gti.31e2742a-2d0a-4b14-9467-112ae2de4885?ref_=atv_cf_strg_wb
‘Famesick’ by Lena Dunham | https://on.ltk.com/+Xb2VR1ffDQHvfdz7bGM1UQ
The Ordinary PHA 5% Exfoliating Lip Serum | https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/product/the-ordinary-pha-5-exfoliating-lip-serum-15ml_R04549768/

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How much of your life do you share online if you’ve grown up on reality TV?
Sapna and Polly are joined by Sophie Habboo, the face of Max Factor’s new Facefinity Lasting Blur Foundation, for a catch-up that runs from restaurants you need to try to the realities of motherhood.
First up, the team shares what they’re loving right now, from a vibey new restaurant to the foundation Sophie says has become her go-to. The chat then turns to TV, as they unpack ‘MobLand’, swap opinions on Pierce Brosnan’s Irish accent and hear about a behind-the-scenes set visit where Polly interviewed Vinnie Jones. Sophie also talks about filming life at home and reuniting with the ‘Made in Chelsea’ producers on ‘Raising Chelsea’.
Next, an article on household chores sparks a candid conversation about how Sophie and Jamie have divided the jobs since baby Ziggy arrived and a TikTok trend raises the big question of what we all pretend to like, from hen dos to drinks. Then comes a chat about blurring the lines, from setting boundaries when you share your life online to juggling it all.
Finally, the hosts settle the dilemmas, from whether an emoji is a rude reply to a serious voice note to the fork-holding ick that has one listener questioning a date. And of course, we take a look at what everyone’s wearing…
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PANEL
Sophie Habboo | https://www.instagram.com/sophiehabboo/ 
Veronica Beard Turtleneck Tank | https://on.ltk.com/+0y4_uQzHw0bW7mMFCEv_7A 
Levi’s 501 Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+-Fk_KSUu05dzmql5543Lfg 
Reiss Mini-Buckle Belt | https://on.ltk.com/+qliCHYrLONRAWTg9DFDwqg 
TOTEME Napa Kitten Heels | https://on.ltk.com/+QAtZjty4ZUxX0H3p2F7Rbg 
Sapna Rao | https://www.instagram.com/sapna_rao/ 
Dissh Sian Ink Tailored Wide Pant | https://on.ltk.com/+4BlXI0YKcHSaGKk6cfQlmA 
Dissh Sian Ink Pinstripe Oversized Blazer | https://on.ltk.com/+2N2XSYiB3hzkY1th4HEabw 
Saint Laurent Le Loafer | https://on.ltk.com/+TIhMik0LSrJUEyEZv5rOdg 
Polly Newman | https://www.instagram.com/pollyvnewman/ 
Dissh Reni Padded Shoulder Top | https://on.ltk.com/+tipz1OM1yh4z5asjG04_7g 
Soon Straight Jeans | https://on.ltk.com/+wEqBmdjVwz4u62JL9WNYgg 
Soeur Soft Leather Loafers | https://on.ltk.com/+gEyBNelukfnJxsNi9sVulA 
THINGS WE LOVE
The Newman Hotel | https://thenewman.com/ 
Hershesons | https://www.hershesons.com/ 
Stillhouse Lake by Rachel Caine | https://www.waterstones.com/book/stillhouse-lake/rachel-caine/9781477848661 
Soraya | https://www.soraya.london/
Zephyr | https://www.zephyr.london/ 
Max Factor Facefinity Lasting Blur Concealer | https://www.boots.com/max-factor-facefinity-lasting-blur-concealer-10386523?srsltid=AfmBOoodpmCNxaRjSlW4e_xWkJyIcAYD2kQOGHkZkYRelCHn6s4LERJM 
The Love Hypothesis | https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B0H4WT5W1D 
Monster: The Lizzie Borden Story | https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/82068293