Spoiled Pig Syndrome & Our List Of Things That Are Just Not Working

Do you suffer from 'Spoiled Pig Syndrome'? Honestly, maybe. We unpack Lena Dunham’s latest theory that we’ve all become a little too accustomed to getting the treat before we’ve even learned the trick.

Plus, Former The Hills Reality TV star Spencer Pratt is officially running for Mayor of Los Angeles. We’re nominating our top contenders if Aussie celebs entered politics.

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Also, paper straws, automatic taps, hand dryers and Bluetooth. It’s 2026. So why are there certain things that just don’t work? We have a simple request for the universe: be better

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Recommendations

Em recommends Torriden Dive-In Low Molecule Hyaluronic Acid Serum.

Clare recommends The Crash documentary on Netflix.

Holly recommends The Four Seasons on Netflix.

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