Welcome back to Friendship Chemistry!

In this episode, Hannah and Alivia open up about body image, fitness, and the lifelong struggle with weight and self-perception. They trace their journeys from teenage years, through school and college, and into adulthood, sharing stories of running, yo-yo diets, chocolate obsessions, and the pressure of trying to maintain a “goal weight.”

This episode was inspired by their very first listener email, asking them to tackle this topic. Hannah and Alivia reflect honestly on how relationships, stress, grief, and daily life have shaped their attitudes toward their bodies, and how even with healthy routines and personal progress, the mental side of body image can linger.

Raw, relatable, and full of honesty, this episode is about more than numbers on a scale—it’s about the lifelong work of self-acceptance.

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Go With You Darlin’ – All Good Folks

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Welcome back to Friendship Chemistry!

In this episode, Han and Liv tackle one of adulthood’s biggest hidden struggles: why making friends in your 20s is actually so hard.

From school friendships drifting apart to the awkward reality of “friend dating,” the girls get honest about loneliness, effort, and navigating new connections later in life.

Liv shares her experience using friendship forums like Candy Club, including how she met Paige — now a close friend and accidental recurring character on the pod (and proud Deezer user).

Han opens up about moving away, starting from scratch in a new city, and braving Bumble BFF in the hope of finding people she truly clicks with.

They reflect on how easy friendship felt when you were forced together at school or uni, and how adult life makes everything harder — less time, more pressure, and a lot more hesitation.

There’s also plenty of chaos along the way, including heated blankets, streetlights as home lighting, live phone calls and a passionate debate about music streaming apps.

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Email us at friendshipchemistrypod@gmail.com and let us know — and please tell us if you’d like to stay anonymous (we promise not to read out your full name, address, or National Insurance number… probably).

Make sure to follow Friendship Chemistry for more honest chats, oversharing, laughs, and navigating adulthood one friendship at a time.

Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and leave a review if you’re enjoying the chaos — it genuinely means the world 🤍

Instagram: @friendshipchemistrypod

TikTok: @friendshipchemistry

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This is a Twentytwo Productions Original Podcast.

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

Go With You Darlin’ – All Good Folks

License code: 6DBM7VTT0TJM1AZR

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to Friendship Chemistry!

In this episode, Han and Liv get real about the unconventional ways they cope when life gets stressful. From devouring Shades by Niko strawberry sweets and Doritos in bed, to binge-cleaning, angry runs, and late-night snack sprees, the girls share the hilarious and relatable moments of trying to survive emotional lows.

They dive into the push-and-pull of staying healthy versus indulging when life gets overwhelming, exploring everything from daily walks and exercise to long showers, journaling, and venting to friends (or Snapchat stories). Liv opens up about coping habits like writing letters to her mum, while Han reflects on isolation, hygiene, and small rituals that bring calm.

The conversation takes a reflective turn as they discuss friendship, talking through arguments, and how little acts of care—whether cleaning, running, or just sitting in nature—can help process stress. Sprinkle in some Netflix rivalries, profile deletions, and adulting mishaps, and you’ve got an episode full of laughter, chaos, and comfort.

It’s a perfect mix of honesty, humour, and relatable self-care moments — the kind of episode that makes you feel seen, validated, and a little less alone in the chaos.

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✨ Listener shout-out!

We want to hear from you! How do you cope when life gets messy? Do you binge snacks, clean everything in sight, take long walks, or just lie in bed scrolling? Email us at friendshipchemistrypod@gmail.com.

(Please clearly say if you want to stay anonymous — we promise not to read out your full name, address, or National Insurance number… probably.)

Make sure to follow Friendship Chemistry for more stories, oversharing, laughs, and honest conversations about life, friendship, coping, and everything in between.

Subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts, and leave us a review if you’re enjoying the chaos — it genuinely means the world 🤍

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This is a Twentytwo Productions Original Podcast.

Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):

Go With You Darlin’ – All Good Folks

License code: 6DBM7VTT0TJM1AZR

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.