City Life vs Country Life – Are Louise & Ryan moving out of London?

2025 is picking up the pace, as Ryan reveals the insane challenge he’s embarking on in January… They discuss Ryan’s upcoming ultra marathon in the desert (and all the different ways you need to protect your bits), Louise’s incredible turnout at a school sports day only a few months after surgery and how she’s slowly repairing her relationship with exercise.  Plus, a listener writes in with a dilemma about weaponised incompetence – so how do you deal with a partner who has to be told what to do?  Send your voice memos or stories to hesaidshesaid@astridpodcasts.co.uk for Louise and Ryan to address your dilemma on the show. Follow @hesaid.shesaid.podcast, @louise.thompson and @ryan.libbey CREDITS: Artwork by @brittyflynn  Production by Astrid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Christmas all! Ryan and Louise are getting festive in this week’s episode.  Louise and Ryan compare their Christmas traditions, revealing which of them is obsessed with sparkles and tinsel and who prefers a simpler setup.  They discuss the pros and cons of wish lists vs gifting surprises, Ryan shares the tragic story of finding out the truth about Father Christmas and Louise explains why she hates opening presents in front of other people. Finally, we hear your Christmas dilemmas, which highlights the struggles of Christmas with the inlaws… Send your voice memos or stories to hesaidshesaid@astridpodcasts.co.uk for Louise and Ryan to address your dilemma on the show. Follow @hesaid.shesaid.podcast, @louise.thompson and @ryan.libbey CREDITS: Artwork by @brittyflynn  Production by Astrid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re heading to the altar this week as Louise and Ryan plan their dream wedding! The pair recap their chaotic proposal story, they discuss what marriage ultimately means to them and answer the big question… why aren’t they married yet? Wedding planning then begins as Ryan reveals his aspirations of a wedding in the Swiss Alps, Louise ponders what a UK wedding might look like and the pair nail down outfits, food and of course – the stag and hen dos.  Send your voice memos or stories to hesaidshesaid@astridpodcasts.co.uk for Louise and Ryan to address your dilemma on the show. Follow @hesaid.shesaid.podcast, @louise.thompson and @ryan.libbey CREDITS: Artwork by @brittyflynn  Production by Astrid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Louise is back on the podcast, and in this raw conversation with Ryan, she opens up about what the last 3 weeks have actually been like. Louise bravely reveals the series of events which led her back to emergency surgery, she shares the details of her recovery and the routine she managed to create in order to get through it, as well as why she was left feeling guilty about the whole ordeal.  Plus, Louise and Ryan discuss the lighter moments during this time, including why it’s so important to focus on what really matters and do the things that make you happy.  Finally, they share a listener submission who is stuck in a friendship slump, and Ryan offers an insightful ‘rocket ship’ analogy which may help you reassess your adult friendships.  LINKS: Marissa Peer Guided Meditation for Physical HealingPaul McKenna Sleep MeditationStillness Is The Key – Ryan Holiday Send your voice memos or stories to hesaidshesaid@astridpodcasts.co.uk for Louise and Ryan to address your dilemma on the show. Follow @hesaid.shesaid.podcast, @louise.thompson and @ryan.libbey CREDITS: Artwork by @brittyflynn  Production by Astrid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Things are a little different this week. Louise is back in hospital due to emergency surgery, so Ryan is here to share important updates and his side of the story. Ryan discusses how he’s handling this hospital stay compared to last time, deciding how much he wants to share with their son Leo and how he’s trying to create a zen atmosphere both at the hospital but within his own mindset. Plus, Ryan dips into the mailbag to help with your dilemmas. He helps one listener who is struggling with their confidence, a listener who wants to be better at championing her partner, and finally, someone who needs guidance on settling down with the right person.  Send your voice memos or stories to hesaidshesaid@astridpodcasts.co.uk for Louise and Ryan to address your dilemma on the show. Follow @hesaid.shesaid.podcast, @louise.thompson and @ryan.libbey CREDITS: Artwork by @brittyflynn  Production by Astrid Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.