[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   What's going on?!   Join Luke, Indigo and Ellie to begin the journey through the dramatic season 2 finale. Conversation topics include over-the-top drama, illogical choices and the power of a simple chocolate coating.   Songs for the playlist: The Crown is Mine by Universal Production Music Overcome by Skott   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee or find our Redbubble merch store then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language]   It's the 2nd annual Yellow and Blue Christmas party!   Join Luke, Indigo, Finn and Ellie for the second of our two weeks of festive fun. Enjoy a selection of games and activities that are not designed for an audio format plus a selection of songs that you'll have to find on your own because we're not allowed to play them! Mostly though, it's just the crew giggling away; hopefully you'll be inspired to join in...   Song Secret Santas: Never Knew Love Like This Before by Stephanie Mills (From Indigo for Ellie) I Will Follow You Into The Dark by Deathcab for Cutie (From Luke for Finn) Hypotheticals by Lake Street Dive (From Ellie for Luke) My Sails Are Set by Sonya Belousova and Giona Ostinelli feat. AURORA (From Finn for Indigo)   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee or find our Redbubble merch store then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, lies]   The quizmaster's answers are final, no matter what...   Join Luke, Indigo, Finn and Ellie for the first of two weeks of festive fun. Indigo has roped their partner into creating a Heartstopper quiz, but having never seen the series or read the books, how will he do? And how will we do? And how will you do? Feel free to play along, but expect some twists...   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee or find our Redbubble merch store then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   This is an opinion-based podcast!   Join Luke, Indigo and Ellie as the rifts grow (and then shrink) in the second half of S2E5. The debates are many, and the discussion topics include realisations, creepy disagreements and all the information.   Songs for the playlist: Mirror by Mogli Holy by Elias   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee or find our Redbubble merch store then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   Whose side are you on?!   Join Luke and Indigo to pick apart (and we mean pick apart) the first half of this episode, with conversations around speaking up, the blame game and horses who just don't care.   Songs for the playlist: My Awe Sustains by ARY I Wanna Be Someone Who's Loved by Tusse   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee or find our Redbubble merch store then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   100th Episode!   Join Luke, Indigo, Ellie and Finn for the 100th full length episode of the 'S' Word Podcast! This week is all about the highly dramatic second half of S2E4 of Young Royals. The conversations touch on history, mixed emotions and games after games after games.   Songs for the playlist: In This Dark Time by Aime Simone Run 'em Down by Graham Lake and Avelino James Dean by Boye & Sigvardt and Electrick Village Ginger by Riton and Kah-Lo Ganja Fiyah by Boye & Sigvardt Higher by Patrick J Award, Anthony Demetrio Arasi and Joey Casanova Never Let Me Go by Stephen William Cornish The Most Beautiful Boy by The Irrepressibles and Felsmann + Tiley     As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   Whose side are you on?!   Luke, Indigo and Ellie sit down to address a lot of issues in the first part of episode 4. The discussions include topics such as narcissism, Moomins and Nudey Judy.   Songs for the playlist: Evergreen by Skott Pressure by Raghd Big Cat by girli & P!NCH   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   Things are taking a turn.   Luke, Indigo and Ellie are in for the conversations about this episode of Young Royals. The chat jumps around to smells, narcissistic tendencies and what's in a name?   Songs for the playlist: Champion by Graham Lake Lonely Ones by LOVA What That Feel Like by FOUREYES, 5Alarm and Mutha Brain   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   We must be hungry or something.   Luke, Indigo, Ellie and Kaspar are in for the conversations about this episode of Young Royals. Expect a good deal of the chat to revolve around food as well as hope and over-thinking.   Songs for the playlist: So Close by Adele Roberts, Bilal Mirza and Christopher James Dececio Stockholmsvy by Hannes & Waterbaby Please Don't Go by April Snow and Elias   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   Things are changing.   Luke and Indigo have a lot to say about the second half of Young Royals S2E2 with topics including board gaming, the moral lowground and Netflix and kill.   Songs for the playlist: Kitchen by Raghd Let It Go by Stephan Kreussel Do It Right by MEGA & Kwini Rene And What by Charlie Harper   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   What's happening now?   Luke, Ellie and Indigo get into the second episode of the second season. As always, there's plenty to discuss including international chuckles, dodgy chronology and more horror movie coding.   Songs for the playlist: None!   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references, underage drinking]   Is anyone good anymore?   Luke, Ellie and Indigo continue their analysis of new characters and new situations whilst re-treading some very familiar ground as they wrap up discussions about episode 1 of YR S2. The conversation topics include padel, pencil tins and priorities.    Songs for the playlist: Seize the Power by YONAKA   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

[CW: language, sexual references]   Let's start it all again!   Luke, Ellie and Indigo kick off a new season of Young Royals - and you know how well some of us deal with new seasons... The conversation is plentiful, taking in talking points such as arson, willy hands and horror movie vibes.   Songs for the playlist: Brainfreeze by XVOTO and Remi Martin Bang by Clark & Everett Ripe by FLAVIAManiac by Nick Kingsley Fet House Mode by Rebecca & Fiona   As always, if you'd like to join the discussion on Insta or in the Facebook group, buy us a coffee, find our Redbubble merch store or donate to Luke's Just Giving for Switchboard then follow the links at linktr.ee/aheartstopperpodcast

It's been a thing...   Be prepared for more strong opinions and very personal views as Indigo hosts the final episode exploring queer life and some of the stand out issues for the queer community. This week, the topic is politics.   Indigo and Luke will get very frank in sharing their thoughts and opinions, please remember that these are the views of the individuals.   Share your own thoughts, experiences and join the conversation on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast and in the Facebook group.   For advice and support on any of the issues we have discussed, check out these links:   https://switchboard.lgbt https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/lgbtqiaplus-mental-health/useful-contacts/ https://www.stonewall.org.uk https://lgbt.foundation https://mindout.org.uk

Saddle up! We're riding our high horses in a parade...   Be prepared for more strong opinions and very personal views as Indigo hosts the second of three episodes exploring queer life and some of the stand out issues for the queer community. This week, the topic is pride!   Indigo and Luke will get very frank in sharing their thoughts and opinions, please remember that these are the views of the individuals.   Share your own thoughts, experiences and join the conversation on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast and in the Facebook group.

It's deep cut season.    Be prepared for strong opinions and very personal views as Indigo hosts the first of three episodes exploring queer life and some of the stand out issues for the queer community. This week, the topic is dating!   Indigo and Luke will get very frank in sharing their thoughts and opinions, please remember that these are the views of the individuals.   Share your own thoughts, experiences and join the conversation on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast and in the Facebook group.

We're back in the world of Heartstopper for a moment!   Luke and Ellie explore This Winter, the novella set in the middle of the Season 3 timeline. Listen to the discussions and reflections on a very different book from the graphic novels and a peek into Solitaire.   Don't worry, there's more Oseman universe fun to come later down the line!   Do you agree with our views on the books? Get in on the conversation on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast and on the Facebook group.

Join Luke and Indigo, with additional notes from Ellie, for a full de-brief on season 1 of Young Royals, discussing thoughts and feelings on the series as a whole. The crew will be be sharing their top music picks, villains and surprises of the series, reviewing their favourite moments and much more.   If we've missed any of your top picks, let us know on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast or on our Facebook group.

Like it or not, it's happening again.   Against our better judgment, and all advice, we have decided to share with you some more of the bits that we absolutely could not include this time from our discussions about series 1 of Young Royals. There will be some disappointingly obscene language choices, stumbles, fumbles, childish behaviour and A LOT of very heavy innuendo. And a book reading. We just hope that this doesn't alter your opinions of us and that you come back for more episodes of You're Not Allowed to Say the 'S' Word. Be warned, this is definitely a blooper collection for ages 15+.   If you feel the need to tell us off for our terrible behaviour, then you can do so on our Facebook group or on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast

We are taking a look back at the amazing few months that we had rewatching the first season of Young Royals and have put together two bumper collections of our favourite bits. This week, we have chosen some of our favourite moments, be they funny, emotional or reflective, either from, about or inspired by episodes 4 - 6 of Young Royals Season 1. So, settle in and enjoy!   If we have missed any of your best bits, then let us know on Insta: @aheartstopperpodcast or our Facebook group.