Staying Relevant
Join Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks on their weekly quest for fame. They discuss public appearances gone wrong, brand campaigns they'd rather forget, and reality TV that still haunts them. With occasional special guests, they explore what it takes to stay relevant in the public eye today. The series contains explicit language, adult themes, and alcohol consumption.
Episodes
200: The Journey to 200!
It's our 200th episode and Sam and Pete take a trip down memory lane. The boys look back on their wildest moments, test each other’s memories, and celebrate how far they've come since the early episodes.Pete gets absolutely roasted on daytime TV, discusses how Sam has changed since Pete got loved up, and the boys reveal their ridiculous plan to lie about each other in interviews.And... Sam
How Well Do Sam & Pete REALLY Know Each Other?!
On this week’s bonus, we’re putting Sam and Pete’s friendship to the test… as the boys take on a word-guessing challenge, where they have just 15 words to get the other person to guess seven answers. Do the boys succeed?! Then, it’s time for Sam and Pete’s winter arc. From Pete attempting to enter his healthy era to Sam wanting to become a pianist the boys set some winter goals. We’ll be checking
199: Sam officially took it too far...
This week’s episode gets VERY messy as the boys discuss a recent team day out that involved Sam farting and shoving it in Producer Pippa’s face, plus the moment Sam completely ruined Pete’s day…Pete is officially in his gym AND cooking era, while Sam is officially in his ''unc'' era. … AND... are the boys finally taking on Pilates??PLUS, Season 4 of For Dogs Sake is OUT and Pete ha
Would Sam & Pete Betray Each Other on Celebrity Traitors?!
On this week’s bonus, are Sam and Pete about to become actors?! Maybe not quite… but the boys discuss their hopes of landing a cameo in the upcoming Inbetweeners film.With Celeb Traitors starting next week, Sam and Pete reveal who they’re backing before asking the bigger question… how would the two of them actually cope in the castle together? Would they stay loyal or throw each other under the bu
198: Sam wants to know if he’s still number 1…
Sam and Pete are back together again - and they’ve got a LOT to catch up on.They exclusively reveal some details about their new TV show and expose their BMIs. And... the boys enter their sporty era… with Pete already eyeing up a tournament (Joe Marler we're looking at you!).PLUS, Pete reveals all about his new health journey and sugar detox, while Sam reveals who he prefers: Pete or his girl
The Ultimate Pete Wicks Starter Pack
On this week’s bonus, we’re finding out what really makes a Pete Wicks starter pack…Josh and Producer Pippa have put together everything they think is essential to being Pete, from his food order to the non-negotiable pistachio latte. But does Pete actually agree with their choices?!We also put some relationship hypotheticals to Pete for the ultimate red or green flag verdict. From posting on Inst
197: Pete Wicks is in the HOT seat
Sam’s away, so we’ve brought in two very special guests… Producer Pippa and Digital Josh! Pete spills the tea on what REALLY happened at the NTAs, including that joke.PLUS, Pete reacts to his girlfriend Liv's latest podcast revelations, spills the details of the surprise birthday escape, and reveals his plans for Halloween with a special somebody…And... Producer Pippa and Digital Jo
Sam’s Ultimate Pete Wicks Test
Will Best joins us for a special bonus episode as he and Sam go head-to-head in a Staying Relevant version of Mastermind…Will previously won Celebrity Mastermind with Danny Dyer as his specialist subject, so we thought it was only right to put his knowledge to the test once again. And with Pete safely out of the studio, Producer Pippa has chosen the perfect specialist subject for Sam… Pete himself
196: Will Best SPILLS the Strictly Tea
Whilst Pete's away, Will Best joins Sam and reveals his Strictly favourites, biggest dancing struggles and what winning would REALLY mean to him... PLUS he’s got some serious behind the scenes gossip…And with Big Brother just round the corner, Will reveals its new format and predicts how Pete would get on if he ever entered the Big Brother house.PLUS, Sam and Will settle the ultimat
Pete exposes what influencers REALLY think...
On this week’s bonus, Sam and Pete are back together and they’ve got some big questions to tackle…We start with the viral Yo-Chi hype as the Australian frozen yoghurt brand has officially landed in London. Sam and Pete reveal their go to orders and, as you can probably guess, one is very minimalist and controlled while the other is complete chaos. Speaking of ice cream Pete also answers the import
195: Pete's BACK and calls out Sam!
The boys are finally back together, and Pete has returned from Thailand with a whole new look and reveals why he nearly didn’t make it home…PLUS, Pete sets the record straight on what really happened when Sam first met Tally, before calling Sam out over his recent Iain Stirling episode. The boys also exclusively discuss their brand new TV show and tease a very exciting Staying Relevant a
Pippa reveals what Sam & Pete are REALLY Like!
With Pete away, Producer Pippa has finally been promoted from the producer seat to the big chair as she joins Sam for this week’s episode. And with no Pete around to keep us in check, there’s quite a lot to catch up on.We have a big debrief on Bongo’s Bingo and just how much Pete enjoyed himself…turns out, he loved it so much he even got his top off.While Pete’s been away, Sam’s been loving the gi
194: Iain Stirling spills Love Island secrets!
With Pete away, Sam is joined by Iain Stirling! We hear about his unlikely journey from studying law to becoming one of the biggest voices in British TV. Sam also begins fanboying (shock) when Iain tells us about his twitch channel. Of course Sam has now asked (forced) Iain to game with him.The conversation then turns to all things Love Island, with Iain revealing what it’s really b
Staying Relevant Does Come Dine With Me?!
After taste-testing their fair share of viral M&S products, Sam and Pete reveal what product they would develop uf they worked there.Pete’s creation is predictably sweet, while Sam has taken things in a slightly more rogue direction. And the food chat doesn’t stop there, as the boys discuss the possibility of a Staying Relevant Come Dine With Me….Elsewhere, Pete gives us a glimpse inside his f
193: Can Sam and Pete beat Paul Sinha The Chaser?!
Paul Sinha, best known as one of the Chasers on The Chase, joins Sam and Pete this week!The boys chat to Paul about his varied career, from starting out as a GP before realising he much preferred the idea of being a stand-up comedian, to becoming one of the country’s best-known quizzers and, of course, a Chaser.With Paul as our resident quizmaster, we had to put Sam and Pete’s general knowledge to
Sam’s Girlfriend Tally Reveals What Sam is REALLY Like...
It’s a very special guest on Staying Relevant this week whilst Pete is away… Tally is here!Tally reveals what Sam is ACTUALLY like behind closed doors, away from the podcast and all the chaos of Staying Relevant. They chat about how they first met, their early dating days and the story of their first kiss, which took a lot longer than expected...They also tackle some classic dating dilemmas such a
192: Sam’s big news and Pete’s leaving us?
This week, Pete discusses why he's leaving us... Before he heads off, the boys tackle one of life's biggest debates: should Christmas decorations ever go up in July? And, are flip flops acceptable in the city, or should they stay at the beach?Sam also shares some exciting news as he lands a brand new presenting job, which means a whole new fresh style!!PLUS, Pete and Sam take a trip down memory la
Sam Got THOUSANDS Of Messages About This…
Pete’s nicknames for Liv lead to a realisation that Sam might be seriously lacking in the pet-name department with Tally. So Pete puts him to the test with a little role play to see whether Sam can naturally pull off a few new pet names…Sam and Pete are getting nostalgic this week as they debate which iconic fashion trends they’d bring back, from skinny jeans and flat caps to Pete’s infamous fedor
191: Sam reveals his big birthday plans
It's Sam's birthday, and he's revealing some unexpected plans involving a special girls' day out, taking up gymnastics, and reacting to a birthday message from his gaming mates that didn't quite go to plan. Plus, a very special surprise guest joins him as co host!!!Pete shares the story of the moment he was attacked, why he embarrassingly still had to make it to a photoshoot afterwards...Also, old
Sam & Pete Reveal Their Love Languages...
Pete and Sam dive into love languages this week to find out whether they're more alike than they thought or complete opposites. Plus from their penalty shoot-out last week, the boys also debate whether either of them could genuinely compete at a national level in a sport, with Sam's chosen event raising more than a few eyebrows.Elsewhere, Sam and Pete put each other to the test with a round of ani
190: Pete Wicks hard launches
This week, Pete explains the social media hard launch everyone's been talking about... before casually revealing he can backflip?Sam makes a public plea to a very special guest to finally come on the podcast, opens up about his surprising new dream job, and reveals the birthday plans he's determined to make happen.Sam and Pete hold nothing back as they reveal what they really though
Pete Wicks Has Had Enough… Again
Queue jumpers, consider yourselves warned... Pete's on yet another rant about people who push in, before completely losing it over Sam queuing for the cinema.Elsewhere, the boys reveal which kitchen appliance they'd be and which day of the week sums them up best, with in depth reasoningsPlus, a listener tells Sam it's finally time to embrace the bald patch, the boys take an unexpected direction wh
189: Pete opens up about his trip to Ibiza
Guys... it's finally happened. Pete breaks his silence on THAT Ibiza video. And we even get a few name drops. Our time has come.Plus, the boys relive the team prank that went spectacularly wrong, the disastrous game of bums nobody wants to remember, and celebrate England's World Cup win... that never actually happened.And as Sam's big birthday approaches, the boys discuss some big birthd
Do the Thomas Brothers get Botox?!
The Thomas brothers stick around with Sam for the bonus, where they chat about their arguments, who’s the most stubborn when it comes to breaking the silence, and how long they can actually go without speaking to each other.They also put their Gen Z knowledge to the test, finding out who’s the most out of touch, before getting into dating and the realities of being a dad. With Ryan and Adam as par
188: The Thomas Brothers drop a bombshell
This week, Sam is joined by the Thomas brothers where Scott opens up about his time on Love Island, the boys look back at life before fame and share the hilarious moments they realised they were all officially famous. PLUS, Adam reflects on his iconic I’m a Celebrity live TV moment, and Ryan shares a jaw dropping revelation about Pete from a very special someone.Ryan also opens up a
Sam LIED to Pete...
How many children would it actually take to bring Pete down in a fight? It's the important question that's dividing the boys this week, alongside another heated debate over whether eggs belong in the fridge.Elsewhere, Sam puts Pete's knowledge of Gen Z dating to the test, from breadcrumbing to zombie-ing, before throwing out a question of his own: does anyone genuinely want to spend time with thei
187: Sam met WHO???
This week, the boys deep dive into all things football, from Pete's "football hooligan" reputation and favourite England players to some questionable school football memories.Sam reveals the truth about meeting certain A listers, shared what really happens when interviewing at Staying Relevant Productions, and opens up about home life now that a certain someone has moved in...Plus, Pete takes on a
Are SR Heading to America?
Sam is still feeling a bit worse for wear from the TRICs on this bonus episode, which might explain some of the more baffling answers he gives to your questions. From the stat he’d most like floating above everyone’s head to whether he’d make a decent Prime Minister, Pete is left questioning whether he’s actually alright.The boys also compare screen time, with Pete shocked by his usage and attempt
186: WE'RE WINNERS BABY!
You are now listening to a TWO-TIME TRIC Award winning podcast! Oh yeah!From arriving at the ceremony on a pedibus (with BuzzBalls, Sam on the AUX and an unexpected fish and chips stop) to Sam's QUESTIONABLE victory speech and a slightly chaotic drive home... we relive every moment of an unforgettable night.Pete even got to hang out with the Made In Chelsea cast!It also turns out he can see the fu
Who's more liked by the in-laws?
The Staying Relevant x Bongos Bingo summer party is officially happening, and there’s also some brand-new merch on the way to make sure the Relevanter family is fully kitted out for summer.The boys explain why they’d be absolutely terrible Love Islanders, from surviving villa life without alcohol to Sam's big toenails - oh and his questionable posture.Plus, Nicole spots a suspicious grey hair on P
185: Pete's holiday blues and Sam's big announcement
This week, the boys reveal their most questionable holiday habits, settle the ultimate sunbed wars debate, and discuss whether a holiday romance is ever on the cards. Pete shares stories from his recent trip and explains exactly how he likes to unwind, while Sam's latest obsession with barbecues takes a bizarre turn involving candy.The boys also discuss the new social media ban for under 16s,
Sam and Pete Agree for the First Time Ever?!
Pete and Sam compare their driving skills and reveal whether they passed their tests first time, before moving on to Molly-Mae's baby name reveal. The boys debate whether they'd ever change their own children's names if other people didn't like them, but the conversation takes an unexpected turn when Sam drops an announcement that leaves everyone stunned, including Pete. Could he finally be turnin
184: Unexpected people from Pete's past and Sam's forfeit
This week, Sam’s long-awaited Soccer Aid punishment is finally revealed - and it involves one of the most disgusting foods on the planet. Pete gives us his honest review of Sam’s lavish new Mediterranean inspired garden and Sam spills all on the teams' beer fuelled journey to the TRIC Awards.PLUS, Pete drops some surprising stories from his pre-fame jobs, Sam unveils his outrageous plan to become
Would Pete Really Give Everyone a Day Off If England Win?
With the World Cup fast approaching, the boys discuss whether they’re getting excited for staying up and watching the matches... and more importantly, whether Pete would give the team a day off if England went all the way and won it?! We also dish out some festival outfit advice, which spirals into a conversation about stag dos. What would Sam do if he was put in charge of planning Pete’s perfect
183: Pete's most unexpected reveal yet!
This week, Sam is fresh from Soccer Aid, so we unpack his performance albeit short but sweet! But more importantly, after confidently guaranteeing he’d score, we get into exactly why that didn’t happen and what forfeit he’ll now have to face 👀Meanwhile, Pete unpacks his turn at a to the Palace as well as returning to Gogglebox with Vicky Pattison. While he’s thrilled to be back on our screens, he’
Pete Has Been Liking WHAT Insta Photos?!
This week’s bonus episode sees Pete needing to explain himself after the team have caught him liking a very unexpected Instagram post…We also get into past lives, debating which alternate life they’d most want to experience, from surviving American high school to a fashion student in Paris. Plus, the boys discover they couldn’t be further apart on their dream stag dos, before diving into a listene
182: Will Sam score at Soccer Aid?! (Spoiler: No)
This week, Pete’s favourite season is officially back... Love Island season. With the new line-up revealed, the boys waste no time picking the islanders they’ll be backing, with absolutely no knowledge at all on any of them.The heatwave also sparks a very important debate: if temperatures hit a certain level, should the team be allowed to refuse to come into work? Pete and Sam reveal exactly what
How to Win Someone Back
This week’s bonus episode sees the boys testing out a viral trend where they have to say the same phrase in their happy, nervous and flirty voices… with some far more convincing than others.We also get into one of the most ridiculous dilemmas yet, debate how they’d haunt each other if they came back as ghosts, and compare intrusive thoughts… with nobody being surprised by how differently Sam and P
181: Sam and Pete miss out on Strictly…
This week, Sam’s been spotted at the Palace THREE times in one week… has he moved in or just stalking at this point?PLUS, Sam admits he’s secretly jealous of Pete and Grime Gran’s relationship, relives the moment he nearly poo’d himself during the Hackney Half, and celebrates becoming a Sunday Times Best Seller!!!!AND the boys give their real take on the new Strictly Come Dancing presenters, Sam d
Pete and Sam’s Worst Dating Advice Yet
This week’s bonus episode kicks off with some unexpected ASMR from Pete featuring chocolate limes…Then, with the new Spotify update, we ask the boys what their most played song ever is, and Sam’s answer genuinely surprises us,with no one expecting that to be his top track. The team also teach Pete some Gen Z slang, breaking down everything from “peng” to “butters” Plus, we cover innies vs out
180: Sam's awkward encounter with The Queen!
This week, Pete reveals the bizarre reason he ended up at the airport👀 Plus, Sam and Pete give the inside scoop on the brand new Strictly host and who they REALLY think is next in line… and is Sam’s secretly eyeing up a spot on the dancefloor himself?? 🕺Sam also opens up about his painfully awkward encounter with The Queen - and trust us, it’s every bit as uncomfortable as you’d imagine.AND things
Pete’s Guide to Not Giving a F*ck!
This week’s bonus episode we ask the boys what’s the biggest thing they have learnt about themselves? Pete reckons he’s become way more patient, while Sam’s biggest lesson is simple: trust your gut. Then we go onto the BIG questions…what kind of dessert they would be and also what kind of egg? Pete was potentially slightly offended at Producer Pippa’s choice for him.. We also get into th
179: Sam and Pete went to a party!
This week, the boys headed to a party where Sam made it his personal mission to embarrass Pete at every possible opportunity… and somehow, Pete once again ended the night covered in sick. Some things never change...Plus, Sam and Pete’s hypothetical daughters, Olive & Rose, are a big talking point as the girls take on their GCSEs… but the real question is whether Pete and Sam could actually pas
Sam Spills I’m a Celeb Behind-the-Scenes Secrets
This week we had to get into the I’m a Celeb reunion… Sam’s first ever live TV appearance and straight in at the deep end as the drama kicked off. What was it actually like being there in person? And we get both Sam and Pete’s take on the Adam vs Jimmy situation… In other news, Hailey Bieber reposted Sam’s post… so, collab pending? Next pod guest?Also, we ask the boys if they were a woman for
178: Myles Smith reveals Sam GHOSTED him??
On this week’s episode, we’re joined by Myles Smith… and things get awkward when we expose the fact that Sam has been fully GHOSTING him 👀Sam attempts to showcase his “singing career” (brace yourselves) whilst Pete and Myles bond over their jobs prior to fame... Myles takes us through his insane rise in music and reveals Ed Sheeran's secret to success...PLUS, Myles spills ALL on his enco
Sam is Exposed...
This week we unpack a recent style choice made by Sam and are left with many questions - is he trying something new, is it a cry for help, or has he simply found his colour? Then things get properly existential. If Sam and Pete were locked in a room with 999 strangers, what’s the one thing they’d back themselves to be the absolute best at? Unfortunately for Sam... this leads to some informati
177: Why has Sam gone VIRAL!?
Sam went viral after a listener call live on radio left him completely speechless… and it might have had something to do with a certain boy band member...Meanwhile, Justin Bieber’s pink hoodies are causing another viral moment… but Pete doesn’t quite share the internet’s enthusiasm, as you can imagine. We also test him on the ‘hallelujah’ trend, which leaves him very VERY confused but the team is
Louise Weighs In on Sam as a Boyfriend… and a Future Dad
Louise is back for the bonus episode and we’re diving into your questions. We talk about whether they’ve always been close, how much of that goes back to their Made in Chelsea days, and who was actually in the cool group back then. Sam’s Botox era gets a full review too, from glow up to glow down, plus they reveal what actually annoys them most about each other… and let’s just say, Sam gets a
176: Sam gets Roasted by his Sister - Louise Thompson!
With Pete away this week, Sam is joined by his sister, Louise Thompson - and she does not go easy on him.Louise dives straight in, letting us all in on Sam’s past dating life and reminding everyone exactly what he was like before he met Peep.They also chat about Sam’s relationship with Tally, including their recent family trip and how she’s been fitting into the chaos of the Thompson fam
What if we were girls?!
Sam is fully in his cooking era and so Pete gives his verdict on Sam’s fridge stocking, and let’s just say… opinions are strong. Also the boys also reveal what their perfect self-care day really looks like, which leads into wellness chat, from lymphatic drainage to colonics… and whether Pete would ever actually go there. The boys also rate their current selves vs their 18-year-old selves
175. Sam has a BIG announcement...
We have some news....we’re launching the SR Run Club!! You come join us on the 1st May where you can see for yourself how Pippa and Sam’s training has been going.There’s also a full Love Island debrief as the cracks start to show and couples begin uncoupling… Pete is fully hooked and shares his thoughts. Sam also talks through his bank holiday, from date nights (including one that involv
Shxts N Gigs Confessed WHAT??
From one group of short kings to another, this week’s bonus episode welcomes James and Fuhad from Sh*ts and Gigs. From how they first met to comparing their friendships with Sam and Pete (with a few questionable similarities) - NOTHING is off limitsThings get messy with a cheating dilemma, Sam’s run-in with his girlfriend’s admirer, some hilarious hypotheticals involving future daughters Olive and
174: Sam’s big update and Pete’s a hero!
The boys reveal the truth behind their viral fake tan - bad news, it’s not hitting shelves anytime soon. Sam also opens up about his latest purchase… and let’s just say his Bake Off stint didn’t exactly go to plan.As Sam gears up to interview Paris and Venezuela Fury, he gets stuck on one question he cannot wrap his head around. Plus, a summer hair glow-up is on the cards… but who’s actu
The boys’ secret lives…
The Bank holiday weekend is incoming, so the boys kick things off with their plans… Then it takes a turn. Conspiracy theories. Of course Sam’s got a few up his sleeve, including the moon landing, but surprisingly Pete also comes in with one of his own… aliens. Yep. Pete believes in them…we didn’t see that one coming. From there we chat what their alter egos would be with the Hannah Montana 20
173: Sam's on the wind up and Pete gets tested
This week, Sam turns up in a very questionable outfit... NOT, he has officially pulled it out the bag although we need to talk about the socks. Sam and Pete also relive the moment we somehow won a TRIC Award... and now we’re back, once again shamelessly begging for your votes - link in the description, no excuses.From a dinner disaster to baking with Vicky Pattison, Sam’s had a hect
Grime Gran’s Dating Advice to Pete
Grime Gran is BACK for the bonus, and she’s not holding back…We kick things off with the viral M&S Easter egg, The Big Daddy, as Pete and Grime Gran decide if it’s actually worth the hype. Then it’s time for a team talk with loyalties divided. Grime Gran the Arsenal fan versus Pete supporting Tottenham. However, one thing they can agree on...their very strong opinions on Jellycats.Plus, your d
172: Pete meets his match - it’s Grime Gran!
This week Pete's joined by everyone’s favourite nan, Grime Gran - and trust us, she does not hold back... the unexpected duo you didn't know you needed.From her East End roots to unexpected social media fame, Grime Gran sits down with Pete to reveal how it all started, why authenticity is her secret weapon, and what it’s really like going viral later in life. She spills ALL on
Sam and Pete face their biggest critics yet
On this week's bonus, the boys relive the iconic university presentation that went completely off-script - including the moment Sam accidentally dropped his arsehole centre stage... And things somehow get even more unhinged as they debate what meal deal they’d be - and let’s just say, the honesty is BRUTAL.A TikTok critic weighs in on Pete’s BRITS outfit (which goes down swimmi
171: Alan Carr on Traitors goss and his best night out with Adele!
Alan Carr joins us on the pod and it's about as chaotic as you would imagine...From his “pussy free” Scottish castle and brand new royal title, to the behind-the-scenes chaos of The Traitors, he spills it all.He relives his iconic “I'm a Faithful!” moment, the dramatic murder of Paloma Faith (and the awkward phone call afterwards), as well as an awkward enco
Sam and Pete on Marriage and Kids...
This week the boys pass on some pretty big life advice to 20 year olds up and down the country. They deliberate when they truly peaked, the age they’d happily stay forever, and whether things actually improve with time… or if it’s all downhill from here. We'll leave that for you to decide.We hear their hopes and dreams for the future as well as their biggest regrets along the way.Things take a swi
170: What REALLY went down at the BRITS?
The O2 documentary is FINALLY out on YouTube, and the boys celebrated with a chaotic viewing party at Sam’s house - which ended with a rather interesting Instagram Live… and we're hit with the big question: when are the boys getting back on stage?Fresh from the BRITs, Sam reveals why he waited 30 minutes to walk the red carpet with Pete, Pete shares the moment Sharon
Pete responds to his viral moment
Sam is officially back from vocal rest, which means the silence is over though he’s returned more whispering than we expected. We get the full debrief including a slightly embarrassing hospital story he probably wishes he could forget.We also chat about Toy Story’s Woody’s possible hair loss, Sam might not be the only one in trouble. Then there’s Pete, responding to the viral clip where Joe Marler
169: Love Islander Helena Ford exclusively reveals what ACTUALLY happened in the villa
Fresh out of the chaos of Love Island, Helena Ford is spilling EVERYTHING. From the infamous 'sitting on Sam’s face' tweet to what Sam’s ex (and WINNER of Love Island: All Stars) really said about him behind the scenes.We get the honest truth about the heart rate challenge - and just how painfully awkward it really is behind the scenes, the inside scoop on the Lauren and Harrison drama,
Pete and Jowita talk about THAT O2 dance
Sam is off on vocal rest this week so after all your messages, we finally made it happen. Jowita is back on the pod with Pete.Pete and Jowita get straight into it with steamy films and Pete casually calling out Jacob Elordiand Margot Robbie over their very intense Wuthering Heights promo.We’ve also got a World Book Day dilemma after a listener’s child took in Staying Relevant. Plus we uncover a hi
168: Giovanna Fletcher tells Pete some home truths
This week, Giovanna Fletcher joins Pete for an episode that goes from heartfelt to completely unhinged - from their emotional CoppaFeel treks to Pete spiralling over his and Sam Thompson’s hypothetical daughters, Olive and Rose, Pete faces his worst nightmare: puberty, s*x, boyfriends… and a completely unhinged duck willy conversation no one was prepared for.Giovanna
Sam and Pete Rant Off: Who’s the biggest Karen?!
It’s a new episode which means one thing. A fresh rant. And this week it’s…Pancake Day.Pete is, unsurprisingly, not on board He’s never even had a pancake. He doesn’t get the hype, whilst Sam is fully invested. Lemon, sugar, Nutella, the lot.But there is something Pete can get behind…his own glow up. We’ve spoken about Sam’s transformation at length, but Pete has quietly levelled up without anyone
167: The boys react to BIG news...
It's a BIG week at SR Productions! Our new Instagram and brand new newsletter are officially LIVE (link in bio 👀).Pete discovers Touch ID on his new MacBook (for the second time), debates a clean shaven era, and now has a brand new nemesis??? Meanwhile, the infamous Pete Dishy Cloth takes a criminal turn when an Instagram DM reveals it’s allegedly ended up in PRISON. Yes. Prison.Sam reacts to 
The boys get steamy...
This week, the boys step into their most steamy era as they attempt their very best impressions of Nigella Lawson, now that she’s officially the new Bake Off judge.With Valentine’s Day creeping up, a listener asks the all important question: are Valentine’s cards romantic keepsakes or just aggressively soppy bits of folded paper? The boys weigh in with their honest opinions.And finally, we address
166: Sam and Pete reveal their Valentines plans
On this week’s episode, the boys lean way too hard into Valentine’s Day romance as Sam reveals his Valentines plans with his girlfriend whilst Pete immediately weighs in… and no, despite rumours, the romantic ski trip is officially off the table. The boys also pitch the perfect Valentine’s scenario, and one of our very lucky listeners gets a sensual message from Pete she m
Sam’s first rant on the pod!
On this week’s bonus episode, it’s a big, rant-y one. Not only do we get a classic Pete rant, but Sam officially pops his rant cherry with his very first pod rant. And it’s not just one, not two, but three separate rants from Sam, with Harry Styles even catching his wrath along the way.What sparks all this outrage? The age-old question: who is the male version of a Karen? Is it Pete or is it
Welcome to the Staying Relevant family: He Said, She Said with Ryan Libbey and Louise Thompson
🚨 BIG NEWS FROM STAYING RELEVANT PRODUCTIONS 🚨We’ve only gone and acquired a new podcast. Yes, we are actual businessmen now. Please welcome He Said, She Said hosted by Louise Thompson and Ryan Libbey. And yes, that is Sam’s sister joining the business! There’s a cheeky mention of Pete in episode one, a few uncomfortable truths about Sam, and the introduction of their four-year-old son L
165: Sam's not happy with Pete...
The Staying Relevant Productions family is officially expanding with the launch of the 'He Said She Said' podcast under the Staying Relevant umbrella - and that’s not the only big announcement... BIG NEWS: the Staying Relevant newsletter is coming, and did Sam and Pete make it to this weeks Monday meeting?Pete is more relevant than ever after being impersona
Pete is engaged?!
This week we discover that it might not just be Sam who is love as Pete reveals that he might is allegedly engaged?! A listener has sent in photographic evidence of Pete popping the question… but who is the mystery woman he’s supposedly put a ring on, and more importantly, is it actually real?With romance everywhere, Pete also shares some surprisingly heartfelt advice for a listener who
164: Sam gets grilled
This week on the pod, we welcome a brand new addition to the SR family as Pete introduces us to his new dog Rodney - and we’re already obsessed! That somehow leads us to imagining Pete in Titanic…Elsewhere, Sam’s been on babysitting duty this week, looking after Leo and discovering that bedtime with a four-year-old is not for the faint-hearted. That sparks some role play as Pete walks us through w
Sam Is in Love
We get a sneak peek into the real lives of Sam and Pete as we dive into their notes app…and let’s just say there are a few things they definitely wanted to delete before we got to them.There are also some slightly weird “inspirational” quotes from Sam for when you’re having a bad day, which may or may not actually help. And as we creep closer to February, the boys are asked whether they’ve started
163: Sam and Pete react to Headlines...
It’s Blue Monday so Pete is on hand with his expert advice on how to beat the blues and cheer everyone up...in his classic Pete way of course!There’s also some very exciting news… we’re getting a brand new office! We’ll be bringing everyone along for the journey and revealing more details soon...The boys also dive into the all-important headlines of the week, including a Guinness World Record for
Pete reveals his dream date...
This week, Sam and Pete react to some big news - Love Island legend Helena Ford name dropped SR in the All Stars promo video baby!They also share their take on New Year fitness goals (spoiler: new year, new Pete), and whether Manchester is the new IT city to meet single ladies....Sam’s new girlfriend is set to meet the team, we get an update on Sam's mission in getting Tom Hiddleston on the p
162: Sam responds to rumours…
The boys are back in town! We hear all about their Christmas shenanigans which may or may not involve Sam's entire family messaging Pete...Pete's Christmas took a turn as he managed to knock himself unconscious and his New Year took an even BIGGER turn when Producer Pippa and co turned up, oops.Sam on the other hand is caught red handed in matching pjs, has started 2026 as a new man and responds t
Pete has a long lost son?
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161: The year Pete finds LOVE...
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