The Peri-Pigs PigCast

Episodes

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  Who Am I? - I Don't Know Anymore. 05.10.2026 38m

  WHO EVEN ARE WE ANYMORE?Perimenopause has stolen our identities, our motivation and frankly....any idea of what we actually want from life!This week, we're talking about letting ourselves go, losing who we used to be and asking the only sensible question...What if the Peri-Pigs just bought our own island and disappeared?!Come join us in paradise...because apparently we're all too tired to care anymore!
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  Hot Flushes, Peri-Motions & The Dreaded C-Word! 15.09.2026 35m

  This week on Peri Pigs, Veronica and Penelope are back, sweating, spiralling and wondering what on earth their brains are up to! A simple cup of tea is enough to trigger a full-blown hot flush, and the dreaded C-word... Christmas is already looming! Are we completely emotionally dead inside, or are we crying over absolutely everything? Expect hot flushes, hormonal chaos, Christmas dread, haunted memories and the usual Peri Pigs nonsense!
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  Code Red, Pink Eye & Heavy Hair 06.09.2026 36m

  CODE RED! THE PIGS ARE IN CRISIS! Penelope has officially reached Code Red.She’s burnt out, grumpy, not entirely in her right mind and, naturally, thinks the sensible solution is to… adopt more cats! Luckily, Veronica steps in to take control and delivers the only answer she can: NO. MORE. CATS. This week we’re talking about why the things that barely bothered us in our 20s can now send us into a full-blown rage, being grumpy old pigs, trying not to become total Debbie Downers and figuring out how to find a bit more joy in everyday life.We also get into menopause clothing, Penelope’s questionable beauty skills after accidentally using lip liner as eyeliner, throwing caution to the wind and finally telling those endless “WHAT IF?” thoughts to jog on.And, of course, there’s a healthy dose of Pig Mania thrown into the mix. Because sometimes you just have to stop overthinking, stop worrying about what everyone else thinks and say…WHAT IF WE JUST BLOODY ENJOYED OURSELVES?! 
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  Burnout, Benders and Beach Boobs 31.08.2026 36m

  This week on Peri Pigs, Veronica and Penelope are proving that life in your 40s is basically a full-time juggling act… and we’re dropping every ball! Veronica is back from a Spanish bender, armed with an empty prosecco bottle and absolutely no regrets… although her body is now demanding a detox, vegetables and several early nights. Meanwhile, poor Penelope has been unwell, completely burnt out and overwhelmed by peri stress, reminding us that sometimes your body really does just scream “ENOUGH!” We chat about trying to eat healthier, the eternal battle with body image, whether we'd ever consider topless sunbathing, and the joys of getting older… including the uniquely terrifying possibility of sneezing and farting at exactly the same time. It’s another honest, hilarious and slightly chaotic chat about perimenopause, our bodies, our brains and trying to look after ourselves when we’d really rather be drinking prosecco in Spain. Put the kettle on, grab a snack and join the Peri Pigs for another episode of oversharing, laughing and wondering what the hell is happening to us!
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  Bingo Wings, Brutal Honesty & Peri- Paranoia 18.08.2026 35m

  This week on The Peri-Pigs, the ladies are diving headfirst into the brutal realities of getting older. Veronica takes centre stage as she embraces her "bingo wings" and copes with the soul crushing moment Tesco stopped asking her for ID.Meanwhile, boundary lines vanish as Veronica admits to placing her routine catch up calls to Penelope straight from the toilet bowl. Penelope recounts a chaotic morning commute diversion that sent her stress levels through the roof, and Veronica shares what happens when you finally stop filtering yourself and get a little too honest with your boss at work. Grab a brew and join in for the usual unfiltered chaos!
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  Brain Switches, Mental Meltdowns & Bloody Flies 09.08.2026 41m

  This week, the Peri Pigs are blaming the Wizard of Oz for EVERYTHING. Is he behind the mysterious switches being turned off in our perimenopausal brains? One minute we’re functioning normally, the next… BRAIN POWER FAILURE. Veronica is running late ...again, because she’s been distracted by approximately 47 things and has reached the point where she’s asking herself, “Am I actually too ugly to leave the house?” Meanwhile, Penelope is drowning in self-doubt and health anxiety, heading rapidly towards a full-blown mental breakdown… until Veronica attempts to drag her back from the edge. And just when the pigs thought their spa retreat would provide some much-needed peace and quiet… THE FLY ARRIVED. Because apparently even when you’re trying to relax, sleep in and practise self-care, the universe has other plans. Brain fog, anxiety, self-doubt, getting distracted, running late, mental meltdowns and one seriously irritating fly. Another week in the wonderfully chaotic world of the Peri Pigs. Grab a drink, switch your own brain back on and come join us! 
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  The Spa Special 02.08.2026 33m

  This week the Peri Pigs escape to a luxury spa retreat... for wellness, relaxation... and absolutely no bad decisions whatsoever. (Well, apart from secretly drinking Prosecco from a water bottle!)Join us as we chat about why self-care really matters, whether hotel room picnics are actually better than fancy restaurants, and the random intrusive thoughts that pop into your head the second someone starts giving you a massage.Expect laughs, spa gossip, a few questionable life choices, and proof that even in the calmest surroundings, your peri brain refuses to switch off!Grab your fluffy robe, pour yourself a drink (we won't judge what bottle it's in), and join us for our most relaxing episode yet... sort of!
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  Wrecked Routines, Overthinking & Bestie Therapy 26.07.2026 39m

  Is it work burnout, or is it perimenopause? Spoilers: It’s both! This week, we are diving into the absolute chaos of trying to hold down a demanding career, survive grueling travel schedules, and stay functional when your hormones have completely left the chat.We’re getting painfully honest about what happens when irregular routines and physical exhaustion trigger full blown cognitive fatigue, leading to those lovely daily memory lapses and a heavy dose of irrational paranoia. (Ever convinced yourself everyone hates you just because you're tired? Same.)Most importantly, we're talking about why you simply cannot get through this phase alone. From the sheer therapeutic value of venting to a friend who actually gets it, to the absolute necessity of non judgmental spaces where you can unpack your wildest insecurities without fear of being called dramatic, this episode is a love letter to the support systems keeping us afloat.Pack your bags, ditch the guilt, and join us for a proper catch-up!
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  Supermarkets, Support Buddies & Sensory Overload 19.07.2026 47m

  If you thought last week’s medical chocolate was a lifesaver, wait until you hear about this week's survival tactics. We are diving deep into the absolute joy ride that is perimenopausal sensory overload. Ever gone into a shop for a pint of milk and ended up having a full-blown existential crisis because there were too many choices, too many lights, and your brain suddenly forgot how to use a trolley? Yep, we’ve been there.This week, we’re talking about those intense emotional swings, the routine memory lapses that make you feel like you’re losing your marbles, and why minor hiccups suddenly feel like the actual end of the world.But most importantly, we’re celebrating the absolute necessity of the Menopause Buddy System. We unpack why having a supportive wingman to navigate public spaces is a non-negotiable emotional crutch, how shared empathy stops us from feeling completely isolated, and why setting boundaries and finding your safe space is the ultimate act of self-care.Grab your shopping buddy, leave your overthinking at the door, and join us for a proper laugh about the madness!How do these feel for a follow-up? We can easily swap out elements of the title if there's a specific inside joke or phrase from the supermarket chat you want to pull out!
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  Meatbags, Menopause Clinics & Medical Chocolate 12.07.2026 44m

  We're back!This week, we're diving straight into the deep end. We're getting real about what happens when perimenopause brain fog takes over your job, why we're celebrating a referral to a specialist clinic and how we're managing anxiety induced overthinking.....and we also discuss about how we have repurposed a certain supermarkets red bags...
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  On The Edge, Overwhelmed & Overstimulated 14.06.2026 42m

  In this weeks episode, Veronica and Penelope reminisce losing their dignity in hospital, Penelope is exhausted after a long week at work of being overwhelmed and overstimulated, and the Pigs discuss off loading on each other.
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  Carb Crashes, Lost Brain Cells & Lifelong Besties 07.06.2026 44m

  In this weeks episode, the Pigs discuss the turmoil and challenges they have faced this week.
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  Mood Swings, Mad Dreams & Missing Lunches 31.05.2026 46m

  This week the Peri-Pigs are diving deep into the hormonal trenches. We get completely hones about the dark cloud of pre-period week, where mood swings leave you feeling like a "horrible, nasty, fat, ugly sweaty pig" riddled with guilt and questioning your entire life's purpose.Between battling insomnia and surviving bizarre, vivid dreams involving pet shops, Rylan Clark, and thieving dog sitters, the brain fog has officially taken over. We're talking about the tragedy of forgetting your prepared healthy breakfast, the horror of past travel blunders, and a very specific perimenopausal epiphany: the sudden onset of onion body odour. Plus, we celebrate the absolute resilience of women who can power through an intense hot flush during a corporate work meeting without missing a beat.
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  Farty Flights, Post Holiday Bloat & Procastinations 24.05.2026 46m

  In this weeks episode, the Pigs discuss the toils of returning back from holiday...
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  Nip Slips, Slapping Thighs & Corfu Cocktails 17.05.2026 45m

  Nothing says "we’ve arrived" quite like the round of applause your thighs give when you sit down on a sunlounger. The Pigs are abroad! In this episode, we’re balancing the battle of holiday over-indulgence with some unexpected mid-life wins (and sags). Veronica is navigating bikinis that are suddenly too big, Penelope is dodging public indecency charges, and we’re both reflecting on career paths and life lessons after bonding with Sophia from the hotel animation team. Grab a cocktail, mind the rainstorms, and embrace the holiday headspace with us.
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  Freeze the Frowns, Pass the Prosecco & Brace for Doggy 10.05.2026 42m

  It’s 48 hours until the Piggy Holiday, and the tension is as high as our waistbands! After the dogs caused a studio stir and sent a glass of Prosecco flying, they’ve been officially banished so we can finish the pre-trip prep in peace. Veronica shares her "Dog-Rage" from a 2:00 AM garden standoff and the bliss of a Botox-frozen forehead that’s finally killed off her tension headaches.Meanwhile, Penelope is navigating the sensory nightmare of her Hog-Husband’s bathroom DJ sets and the mystery of "Woofkin Woo," the draught excluder that never seems to stay in its place. We’re discussing the "sausage-skin" look of nude-coloured pants and the liberation of the "Piggy Era." The best part? The Hog-Husbands are coming with us! Hiccups, messy kitchen chairs, and all—the Peri-Pigs are officially going on tour!
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  Laundry Rage, Social Batteries, and Bare Bottoms 03.05.2026 40m

  Sometimes the "Hog Husband" just doesn't get the hint—especially when it comes to the laundry pile. Penelope rants about the bedroom chair while Veronica navigates a holiday wardrobe crisis that’s a bit too "cheeky" for comfort. We’re discussing why we don't tolerate nonsense in friendships anymore, the desperate need for "me time," and those sudden pig-brain memory lapses that leave us staring into space. Join us for quizzes, shower-direction debates, and plenty of peri-honesty.
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  This Litlle Piggy Went Autopilot 26.04.2026 40m

  From hospital hallways to the Butlins buffet (sort of), the Peripigs are finding the humour in the chaos. Veronica share a scary near miss on a pedestrian crossing and her dramatic near fainting episode during her dads treatment. Meanwhile, Penelope is living her best life with zero rage, a hiccuping husband in the spare room, and a low prep approach to the up coming holiday. It's an episode about finding the light when the world feels heavy.
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  Gritted Teeth, Sweaty Feet & Swapping Seats 19.04.2026 39m

  The holiday countdown is officially ON, but the Peripigs are currently held together by sheer willpower and a prayer.This week, Veronica reveals the painful reality of "stress gritting" her teeth in her sleep, while Penelope is navigating the glamorous new symptom of...sweaty feet (Is any part of us safe?)We're discussing our festering husbands who refuse to change out of their pyjamas, and why Penelope's recent promotion at work is a major win for Piggy-kind everywhere.Plus, Veronica takes matters into her own hands with a DIY haircut, tune in to find out how it went!
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  Naked Nights, Vinted Fights & Overwhelmed With Life 12.04.2026 40m

  Cover up Piggies! This week we're debating the "naked vs pyjamas" sleep battle (spoiler: We're firmly Team PJ).Veronica shares her Vinted induced spiral and we get deep on "The Invisible Silence" - Why didn't the older women in our lives warn us about this? Plus, we are tackling the guilt of "not doing enough" for our circle and why we've officially retired from meeting new people.