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Come savor the hottest series of the summer: Love Island (UK Only, lads and lasses). Join Across the Pod as we revel in the Islanders’ quest for fame, followers, and future Boohoo sponsorships. Twice a week, we’ll give our transatlantic perspective on all the goss, keep you updated on whatever fresh hell the Daily Mail is spewing, and possibly even relinquish our cynical chains to melt over some actual romance - who knows? NOTE: While we don't cover it, we do count Unseen Bits in the episode numbers. Follow @loveislandpod for memes & hot goss

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Come savor the hottest series of the summer: Love Island (UK Only, lads and lasses). Join Across the Pod as we revel in the Islanders’ quest for fame, followers, and future Boohoo sponsorships. Twice a week, we’ll give our transatlantic perspective on all the goss, keep you updated on whatever fresh hell the Daily Mail is spewing, and possibly even relinquish our cynical chains to melt over some actual romance - who knows? NOTE: While we don't cover it, we do count Unseen Bits in the episode numbers. Follow @loveislandpod for memes & hot goss

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English


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LET'S HAVE A CHAT... & SEASON 9 CAST BREAKDOWN

1/16/2023
We are so grateful for every single person who listened to the podcast and joined us in this amazing journey. This is such a bittersweet moment for us because we absolutely love Love Island and making this podcast, but our lives and careers are in a place that make creating the show impossible right now. But no fear! We're here to bring you our hot takes and irrational judgements of the upcoming contestants on Season 9 and one final Daily Fail. Please keep in touch with us @loveislandpod on IG and Twitter. We'll continue to watch and love the show, and would love to be friends! Ahh this is sad! Lots of love. Long live guilty pleasures! ✌️ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:45:54

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SEASON 8 RECAP & AWARDS 🏆

8/6/2022
Welcome Islanders to our Season 8 Recap and the Second Annual Across the Pod Awards!!! We're so grateful for each and every one of you who has listened and laughed along with us this season. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your support. Long Live Ekin-De!!! If you'd like to skip the long recap and get straight to the awards and final Daily News, go to 53:50. Follow us @loveislandpod for juicy memes and hot goss www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:50:36

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2.17 - Season 8 Finale (THE CORONATION)

8/2/2022
Join ATP as we both wipe away our tears and shout at the TV during these wild final episodes of Love Island UK’s Season 8 (Episode 56 + The Final). We meet the parents, see another Ghost of Deji, and praise our Beautiful Boy and Turkish Delight’s well-deserved win. Join us on Saturday for our Season Recap, The Second Annual Across the Pod Awards, Final Stocks Review, Daily Fail, and more! Follow us @loveislandpod for juicy memes and hot goss www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:22:45

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2.16 - S8, Week 8 Part 2 (Yummy Mummies, ATP Meets Amber, Kravis)

7/30/2022
Join Across the Pod as we break down episodes 52-54 of Love Island UK’s Season 8. We watch Our Greatest Star Twinkle Twinkle, break down all the final dates and declarations, and start to take the bunting (this is apparently a British word for party flags…) down. One more episode left!!! How will we cope?? Follow us @loveislandpod for juicy memes and hot goss www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:38:17

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2.15 - S8, Week 8 Part 1 (#BRINGBACKMEANCHALLENGES, High School Su-sical, F*** Dean)

7/27/2022
Join Across the Pod as we break down episodes 49-51 of Love Island UK’s Season 8. We endure the long night of suffering (The Talent Show), start our Gilmore Girl’s Podcast, and starting wondering about these couples’ futures. Plus: if a tree falls in the forest and no one is there, does it even make a sound? DM us @loveislandpod if you understand the Gemma/Luca moment! Also follow for juicy memes and hot goss www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:31:42

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2.14 - S8, Week 7 Part 2 (Conspiracy Corner, Pancake Wars, Ekin-Who Do You Think You Are?)

7/23/2022
This week, we shook things up a bit in the villa and welcomed Across the Pod’s first ever guest, Bombshell Natalie, as we break down Episodes 45-47 of Love Island UK’s Season 8. We see the season with some fresh eyes as we discuss the four new bombshells entrances, judge a book by its voice, and talk about our favorite types of pizza. Can you believe this summer of love is almost over?? Follow @loveislandpod for all your juicy memes and hot goss. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:53:47

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2.13 - S8, Week 7 Part 1 (Psychology Corner, Danica Changes the Spreadsheets, Deji Speaks!)

7/20/2022
Come join ATP as we break down episodes 42-44 of Love Island UK’s Season 8. We’re not angry, we’re just disappointed. We analyze each boy’s toxic behavior, celebrate Danica’s 10 minutes of having options (poor thing), and do what Brits do best: discuss the weather. Follow @loveislandpod for all your juicy memes and hot goss. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:48:26

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2.12 - S8, Week 6 Part 2 (Bad Accents, Promposals, Popcorn)

7/16/2022
On this pod, join ATP as we take a million detours while recapping episodes 38-40 of Love Island Season 8. We learn some interview tips from Danica, wax poetic with Davide, and like the emotionally-ruined cynics that we are, scoff at all the declarations of love. Follow @loveislandpod for all your juicy memes and hot goss. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:45:00

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2.11 - S8, Week 6 Part 1 (Adam’s Got the Boys By The Collards)

7/13/2022
Join us as we break down episodes 35-37 of Love Island UK’s Season 8. We’ll discuss THE MOST ICONIC LOVE ISLAND ENTRANCE OF ALL TIME, dissect all his amazing tactics, and ponder emotional growth as we give a farewell to Jax. Follow @loveislandpod for all your juicy memes and hot goss. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:31:15

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2.10 - S8, Week 5 Part 2 (Life Is A Rollercoaster, “I Licked Her T** Or Whatever,” Why Men Ruin The World)

7/9/2022
Join ATP as we discuss what The Sun called “one of the best episodes of Love Island ever filmed.” High praise indeed. As we cover episodes 31-33 of Love Island UK's Season 8, we eviscerate the patriarchal world we live in that has bred Jax, debate whether humans are inherently bad, and celebrate one of our favorite lines ever: “I licked her t*t or whatever.” Please go to @loveislandpod to see the best Bill Clinton-Love Island crossover meme of all time. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:25:13

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2.9 - S8, Week 5 Part 1 (Yoko Ono, Coco’s Melons, #BoyzAintLoyal)

7/6/2022
CASA AMOR! CASA AMOR! CASA AMOR! Alas, our sweet Villa of Sin has taken shape! This pod (episodes 28-30), we check in with British politics, judge people unfairly, applaud Coco’s flawless Casa entrance, and search for Jazmine. Plus, Liam sings more Boyzone! Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:44:25

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2.8 - S8, Week 4 Part 2 (Panicky Danicky, Getting Biblical, Replacing Motorcycles with Seagulls)

7/2/2022
Join us in our brand new recording location as we break down Episodes 24-26 of Love Island Season 8. We whine about our move, celebrate the reunification of Ekin-de, and learn about Ronan Keating. WHERE ARE THE CUTE BOYS? Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:15:16

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2.7 - S8, Week 4 Part 1 (Liam-Less, Mind-Reading Mania, Catching Feelings)

6/29/2022
If you don’t have mental space for a chat about abortion rights, skip 4:10-12:20 of this episode. Please consider joining us in donating to the organizations listed below: - The National Network of Abortion Funds: They will split your donation between 91 organizations across state lines — and gives you the option to customize different amounts for different groups. - Center For Reproductive Rights - Women’s Reproductive Rights Assistance Project - Indigenous Women Rising Then, after donating, join us as we attempt to escape the crushing doom of being alive by reveling in Episodes 21-23 of Love Island Season 8. We fall for Damiyah, enjoy Dami’s gift of clairvoyance, and congratulate the producers on another year of convincing people that a heart rate monitor can actually tell who you’re most attracted to. Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:17:15

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2.6 - S8, Week 3 Part 2 (Exit-su, A New Paige, Copy & Paste)

6/25/2022
Join us as we break down episodes 17-19 of Love Island Season 8. It’s another Marriage Pod and we praise the arrival of Antigone and her actual personality, dissect Davide’s Achilles Heel (his kissing game), and revel in all the breakups. Plus, a special musical guest stops by the podcast. Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:17:49

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2.5 - S8, Week 3 Part 1 (Smooth Brain, In with Indiyah, Jay’s Plan B)

6/22/2022
Join us as we break down episodes 14-16 of Love Island Season 8. We’ll dissect everything from Jacques’ Height to Danica’s Gloves to Jay’s Escape Plan. Plus, actual romance?!? Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:24:01

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2.4 - S8, Week 2 Part 2 (Crawling Her Way into the Love Island Hall of Fame)

6/18/2022
Join us as we break down episodes 10-12 of Love Island Season 8 and ABSOLUTELY REVEL in our first real drama of the season. It cannot be stated more: Ekin-Su is a Chaos Queen and We 👏 Love 👏 Her! We break down all the goss including her “secret signals,” whispered conversations, and shouted confrontations. Rory’s gone but our street fills in as the pod’s third mic. Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:28:08

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2.3 - S8, Week 2 Part 1 (Is Ekin-Su a Paid Crisis Actor? Jaxxxx. We're Not As Bored!)

6/15/2022
Join Across the Pod as we breakdown all the drama and calculated plays (well, just Ekin-Su's...) of episodes 7-9 of Love Island Season 8. We say goodbye to our first dumped Islander (En-Afia!), welcome our new Chaos King Jax as he stirs things up in the villa and in the pod, and once again, visit "The Sexiest Place In The World" (the Hideaway). Plus, would you lick a horses' a**? Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:35:13

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2.2 - S8, Week 1 Part 2 (Ekin-Su's Not from Waterloo, The Italian Civil War, Lonely Liam)

6/11/2022
Join us as we break down episodes 2-5 of Love Island Season 8. We fight off boredom by analyzing the Islanders’ anti-social chats and praise the chaotic arrival of Ekin-Su! Plus, why do all pirates have the same accent? Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:34:14

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2.1 - Season 8, Night One (Platinum Coupbilee, Mafia Books, Gym & Bricks)

6/7/2022
SEASON 8 LET'S GOOOO. Join Across the Pod as we meet our Princes and Princesses of this Hot Summer of Love. We'll learn about "Michael Owen's Soccer Skills", Louis XIV, and how horses don't live in houses. Also, we'll ponder why Rory only pays attention to the male contestants... curious. Follow @loveislandpod to keep up to date on Islander Drama and Liam's dank memes. www.instagram.com/loveislandpod www.twitter.com/loveislandpod https://www.tiktok.com/@loveislandpod Got banter? Send us a message at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk www.acrossthepod.co.uk Additional clips used for commentary/parody from Love Island/iTV Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:34:44

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BONUS REUNION POD: Rory's Across the Pond!

3/29/2022
Islanders! Welcome back, we missed you! Rory is currently across the pond so we decided to record an IN PERSON catch up episode. We discuss Rory’s opinions on the Greatest City in the World, Liam’s technology curse, play some Love Island Games, and catch up on the latest Daily Mail goss. If you want to skip to the games, go to 14:35. We are getting ready for Season 2 of Across the Pod and would love to hear your feedback! DM us at @loveislandpod on Insta, Twitter, and TikTok or email us at ivegotatext@acrossthepod.co.uk Cheers babes! See y’all this summer. ✌️ Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/acrossthepod/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Duration:01:06:04