We're two goth-adjacent friends. Aditi has never watched Buffy the Vampire Slayer, and Melissa's entire life was shaped by it. Join us as we experience it together in a learning and friendship (and spoiler-free!) adventure. Hot new high-stakes episodes released every two weeks.
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Since March, it’s been impossible for the Big Issue to be sold on the UK’s streets. For Big Issue vendors, whose only income is from selling the magazine, the Government lockdown due to COVID-19 is devastating – both financially and emotionally. Over the last weeks, we’ve been working out ways to continue selling the magazine. You can now get your copy by subscribing in print or digitally, or by picking it up in big name supermarkets and newsagents. This has allowed us to continue offering f ...
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S2E7: You Used to Call Me on My Duck Phone
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Come for the vampires, stay for the juiceheads - we're talking S2E7 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Lie to Me (and also maybe some Jersey Shore (we contain multitudes)). Aditi reveals the perfect date for Giles and Melissa recounts a mind-boggling goth club experience in this most vibey of episodes. For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to requ…
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S2E6: Ethan Allen’s Halloween Spirit
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Neither snow nor ice nor ERCOT nor Spectrum outage stays these podcasters from the swift completion of their appointed episodes. It's time for S2E6 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Halloween!!! Be warned: the scariest monster of all, White Name Aphasia, claims another victim. From the terrors of high school during the Bush admin to a walk through our H…
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S2E5: Would You Kiss Me if I Was a Worm
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Not much can make S2E5 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Reptile Boy enjoyable, but we give it the old college try! Tube creatures are unnecessary when fraternities are, quite frankly, evil enough. Instead we ask, what is the most unusual animal that you'd like to give a respectful forehead kiss? For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a…
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S2E4: The Seth Green Of It All
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Oh buddy, it's the first Ozpisode! S2E4 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Inca Mummy Girl is a very special one for those of us who love a man with a low center of gravity. Today we expound upon wedding hijinks, the joys of parenthood, the American public education system, and the casual xenophobia of the late 90's. Apologies to the Kyle Richards Stans …
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S2E3: 2 Boys, 1 Cad
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WE'RE ALIVE, BABY! Smashing back onto the podcast scene like Spike driving recklessly through a Welcome to Sunnydale sign, we're here to discuss S2E3 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: School Hard. Join us as we navigate hair gel, un-Catholic behavior, and the horrors of Parent-Teacher Night. Listen to Animorphing Time for more incredible content from tw…
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Acting today for a better tomorrow. What world do we want to build for future generations? How can we face the challenges of today to make our society better? How can everybody act now to protect the environment and address climate change? BetterPod is the place to have these big conversations. Each week, we bring in the people who are acting to im…
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We're not sure if you've heard, but two weeks ago was pretty wild down here. We made it through unscathed, but we can't say the same for our School Hard episode, and the many families down here who are still dealing with the aftermath. Donate to a TX mutual aid org if you're feeling generous! @mutualaidcollectivetx on Twitter for more info.…
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S2E2: First, I Will Destroy Him Aesthetically
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This week, we're discussing the extremely menacing S2E2 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Some Assembly Required. Join us as we tackle aging gracefully, IRL cult experiences, pickup artistry, and the eternal scandal of a tan suit. For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, check our IG @BigMissStakePod.…
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Come smash some bones with us! We're talking about S2E1 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: When She Was Bad. Though our budget unfortunately remains the same, we too have found ourselves much more traumatized than we were in the innocent days of season 1. Relatable! For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, check our IG @BigMissS…
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S1E12: Milwaukee is Non-Negotiable
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Y'all, we did it! We made it through a whole season! Join us as we discuss S1E12 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: the always iconic Prophecy Girl. We talk incredible outfits, ugly children, and the greatest city in America. Thanks for sticking with us, and maybe join our cult? For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, check our…
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S1E11: Alexa, Play "Behind Blue Eyes" by Limp Bizkit
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It's time for S1E11 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Out of Mind, Out of Sight! Join Aditi and Melissa as they analyze this episode's murderous row of acting talent, sad boys, and school dances. Aditi's white name aphasia claims both Harmony and Fred Durst as new victims. For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, check our IG @…
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S1E10: Ode to a C-Suite Baddie
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In the last episode of 2020 we tackle S1E10 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Nightmares. Not to be outdone by the episode, we talk about cults, Nazis, and the horrors of white facial blindness. Join us as we recap not only the ep, but the things that brought us joy in this hell of a year. See y'all in 2021! For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & …
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S1E9: The Demonic Art of the Sleight of Hand
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We're discussing S1E9 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Puppet Show! What a delightful romp through a typical day at Sunnydale High, and all the murder and close-up magic that entails. Sorry to the Lin Manuel Miranda stans; please do not come for us because we are very soft. For photos of outfits discussed in this week's ep or to request a sticker, …
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S1E8: Betwixt a Demon and a Rude Boy
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Ciao, amici! Welcome to our discussion of S1E8 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: I Robot, You Jane. In this first Willow-centric episode, Aditi and Melissa explore the evergreen dangers of catfishing and the beautiful Italian language. Guest appearance by Prince! For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, check our IG @BigMissSta…
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S1E7: Hell is an Office
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We're talking about S1E7 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Angel! FINALLY we learn the backstory of this pale, mysterious insomniac. We also get a brief on the inner workings of the Hellmouth bureaucracy. Will our friendship survive being on opposing sides of the Bangel divide? (Duh.) For photos of outfits discussed in this ep & to request a sticker, ch…
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S1E6: This Is a Hyena Stan Account
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EVERYONE SHUT UP, IT'S THE HYENAPISODE (aka S1E6 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Pack). This absolute fever dream of an episode has everything! Cannibalism! Rude boys! Breaking quarantine! We discuss all of this and also some *actual* hyena lore in this factually dense episode. Find pics of all outfits discussed on our IG @BigMissStakePod!…
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S1E5: He's Not Like Other Girls - He Reads
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Did someone say S1E5 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Never Kill a Boy on the First Date? Us. We did. This episode highlights our love for public transportation, astrological savvy, and proximity to gothness. Oh, and Giles is... not a great librarian? As always, check out our IG @BigMissStakePod for pictures of the outfits discussed in this week's epis…
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S1E4: The 40-Year-Old Virgin Thief
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Aditi and Melissa tackle Season 1 Episode 4 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Teacher's Pet. Is it a great episode? No. Is it cute? Also no. Grab your favorite leather jacket and trauma bond with us. Don't worry, it's only up from here!Von Aditi & Melissa
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S1E3: Something in Demark is Illegal?
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Join us as we discuss S1E3 of Buffy the Vampire Slayer: The Witch! We're delving headfirst into the myriad dangers of witchcraft, cheerleading, and alcohol consumption. Catch a glimpse of what our childhoods were like - football, nerdery, and casual thievery - in our love letter to Texas (and Shakespeare). Check our Instagram @BigMissStakePod for s…
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S1E1 & S1E2: The British Museum is a Very Touch-Forward Place
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It's a special first episode double-feature: Welcome to the Hellmouth and The Harvest! Catch a glimpse of Melissa's childhood insecurities and discover whether Aditi can come to accept a world in which vampires could be unattractive (hint: she cannot). Collars abound! For pictures of this episode's outfits, head to our Instagram @BigMissStakePod.…
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Big Issue vendors return to the UK streets
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Since March, our vendors have not been able to sell The Big Issue on the UK’s streets. This measure has been essential to follow government guidance and keep everyone safe from Covid-19. With lockdown starting to ease, we are really pleased that Big Issue vendors will be back on the streets next week, starting from Monday 6 July. Over the last coup…
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Jim and Samantha in Salisbury, Wiltshire
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Today, we take a trip to the medieval cathedral city of Salisbury. Normally, that’s where you’d find Jim listening to violin music, while selling The Big Issue. For the last six years, Samantha has looked forward to visiting him for a chat every time she’s in the town. Their conversations about what’s in the magazine frequently lead on to talking a…
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Nick and Sally in Truro, Cornwall
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This episode of The Big Miss You Podcast takes us to the south west corner of England, to the Cornish city of Truro. Animal-lover Nick normally sells The Big Issue there, frequently accompanied by his dog Bryony. His regular customer Sally wanted to tell us how important Nick is to the community, and how kind he is. Nick describes himself as a New …
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Two Janes in Wimbledon, London
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For this edition, we're taking you to Wimbledon, in London. Local Big Issue seller Jane Burns is something of a local celebrity. She has a loyal group of regular customers, and has even appeared in The Times newspaper. On a normal morning, at 10.30am, you might see Jane’s customer Jane Blackmore coming out of the underground and nipping into Gregg’…
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Colin, Jane and Vic in the seaside town of Broadstairs
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This week we're taking a virtual trip to the seaside - to Broadstairs, on the Kent coast. Usually, you’d find Big Issue seller Colin there, offering a supportive ear and a cheerful smile to his fellow members of the community. Jane and her husband Vic got in touch with The Big Issue to tell us about how much they’re missing seeing Colin for a catch…
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Kenny and Mae in Stockbridge, Edinburgh
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Our audio journey takes us to Stockbridge in Edinburgh this week. Local vendor Kenny has been selling the magazine there since last year. Kenny is much-loved by the tight-knit community in Stockbridge. One of the community’s hubs is in Mae Douglas’s shop, The Write Stuff. Like Kenny, Mae is unable to do her normal job at the moment. She got in touc…
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Simon, Mary and Robin Ince in friendly Norwich
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For our main feature this week, we’re heading to Norwich where Simon sells The Big Issue outside Top Shop. A fixture of the city, known for his flamboyant jester’s hat, he often cheers up his customer, Mary, with his hearty laugh. Simon slept rough for seven years, bringing his tent all over England, before settling in the friendly city of Norwich.…
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Richie and Tom, Lincoln High Street
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The first episode of the The Big Miss You podcast takes you to Lincoln High Street, where vendor Richie can usually be found selling the magazine outside the Marks and Spencer. His friend Tom Bridger, an actor from Lincoln and regular weekly customer, wrote to The Big Issue to tell us about how much he was missing having the chance to sit down for …
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This is the brand new Big Issue podcast. Since our vendors are unable to sell on the UK's streets, we're using this podcast to help them stay in touch with their friends and customers. Every week, as the magazine hits your doormat, this podcast will offer a space for vendors and readers to leave messages for each other. It’s a celebration of the th…
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