

151 episodes
by Staying Relevant Productions · English
Join Sam Thompson & Pete Wicks on their weekly quest for fame. Whether that's the public appearances gone wrong, the brand campaigns we'd rather forget, or the reality TV that still haunts us - nothing is off the cards. With the occasional special guest, join the pair as they discover what it really takes to stay relevant in the public eye today. Please note this series contains explicit language, adult themes and the consumption of alcohol. Listen by clicking 'Play' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever it is you're listening now. Make sure to Subscribe or Follow, Rate and Review to help others find the podcast. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @stayingrelevantpodcast. Subscribe to us on YouTube @stayingrelevantpodcast. To get in touch with the podcast, email [email protected] This has been a Staying Relevant Production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Helena Ford (Love Island returnee) recounts what “actually happened” in the villa, reacts to other contestants’ drama, and discusses her post-show dating status and future plans.
2 Mar 2026 · 42m · 19 chapters
Bonus episode of Staying Relevant where Pete Wicks and Yovita Pszestow (with Rodney Wicks present) discuss recent TV gossip (Helena booted from Love Island), fashion-week and celebrity reactions,…
26 Feb 2026 · 52m · 21 chapters
Giovanna Fletcher joins Pete on Staying Relevant to discuss Copperfield breast-cancer awareness treks, her long relationship with Tom Fletcher, parenting “birds and bees” conversations, and her…
23 Feb 2026 · 53m · 31 chapters
The hosts (Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks) read listener emails and rant about “Karen” behavior, especially oversharing on social media when someone is in hospital.
19 Feb 2026 · 31m · 11 chapters
The hosts of Staying Relevant do a “boys react to BIG news” episode, mixing office-life rants and banter with showbiz headlines.
16 Feb 2026 · 54m · 23 chapters
“Staying Relevant” bonus episode (Valentine’s-themed) mixing listener emails, celebrity gossip, and relationship/sex advice, plus a long discussion on Valentine’s cards and how to spend Valentine’s…
12 Feb 2026 · 32m · 18 chapters
Episode 166 is a Valentine’s Day special where Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks banter about what to do on the day, especially since Pete is early in a new relationship and Sam is more “bland” about…
9 Feb 2026 · 43m · 18 chapters
A bonus episode where Sam rants about “admin nights” (Gen Z cancelling subscriptions together), then the hosts debate “Karen vs Darren” (complaining/entitlement), and finish with “Question Time” hot…
5 Feb 2026 · 38m · 21 chapters
Launch of “He Said, She Said” by Staying Relevant Productions, hosted by Louise Thompson and Ryan Libbey.
4 Feb 2026 · 3m · 2 chapters
Staying Relevant podcast banter plus health and product ads. Main discussion centers on Pete and Sam’s dynamic at work and at a recent launch dinner for He Said She Said, including Sam’s…
2 Feb 2026 · 48m · 21 chapters
A “Staying Relevant” bonus episode mixing ads, banter, and listener Q&A.
29 Jan 2026 · 36m · 14 chapters
Staying Relevant podcast episode with comedic office updates, pet/dog training stories, a Titanic debate, babysitting lessons, and a “grilled” segment about Helena and Love Island “sun cream gate.”
26 Jan 2026 · 53m · 22 chapters
Bonus episode of “Staying Relevant” where Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks read listener emails, joke about their own “notes,” discuss Sam’s “I think I’m in love with you” moment, and brainstorm…
22 Jan 2026 · 34m · 15 chapters
Sam Thompson and Peter “Pete” Wicks riff on “Monday meeting” culture, Blue Monday depression, and social etiquette on public transport; they also cover Staying Relevant Productions’ expansion (new…
19 Jan 2026 · 57m · 24 chapters
Bonus episode of Staying Relevant. The hosts kick off with New Year updates, then hype Love Island All Stars—especially guest Helena Ford—while also discussing fitness tech (Whoop…
15 Jan 2026 · 37m · 15 chapters
Staying Relevant episode 162 (start of 2026) is a mix of New Year/Christmas catch-up, behind-the-scenes studio/office updates, and a long story about Pete’s disastrous New Year’s Eve at Amazonico…
12 Jan 2026 · 1h · 21 chapters
Staying Relevant bonus episode where Sam Thompson and Peter Wicks answer listener emails, do “New Year pep talk” bits, and predict each other’s lives in 10 years; lots of banter about aging, careers,…
8 Jan 2026 · 26m · 12 chapters
New Year episode of “Staying Relevant” (hosted by Sam Thompson and Peter Wex) where they set 2026 goals: self-care after Pete’s illness/falls, stabilizing life, building the podcast/company, and…
5 Jan 2026 · 35m · 15 chapters
New Year’s Day bonus episode where Sam and Pete read listener emails, react to Spotify Wrapped “listening age” results, and discuss a past school sex-education video featuring Sam.
1 Jan 2026 · 29m · 10 chapters
Staying Relevant’s last 2025 episode, reflecting on 2025 goals, arguing about New Year resolutions, and teasing 2026 plans (notably a team half marathon/run club).
29 Dec 2025 · 43m · 21 chapters
Christmas bonus episode of Staying Relevant. Main segments: when to bring a new partner to Christmas (advice: after ~2 months), how to buy gifts for teenage girls (cash/envelopes or ask them what…
25 Dec 2025 · 35m · 12 chapters
A Christmas-themed “rant” episode where Pete complains about forced holiday traditions—matching Christmas pyjamas, charades, cheese-board bragging, family visits, and “round robin” Christmas…
22 Dec 2025 · 40m · 24 chapters
A bonus “Staying Relevant” episode where Sam Thompson and Peter Wicks read listener emails, debate whether parents should monitor under-18 kids’ social media, open advent calendars (including…
18 Dec 2025 · 35m · 16 chapters
Sam and Pete (Staying Relevant) catch up on their weeks, then trade stories about Australia/Strictly/accidents, social media mishaps, and booking guests.
15 Dec 2025 · 50m · 26 chapters