
‘Pheromone maxing’: Gen Z men are refusing to shower to pick up girls
Published: August 29, 2026
Duration: 23:33
In this episode of The Weekend T, Poppy Coburn and Michael Deacon tackle the week’s biggest news stories, balancing royal commentary, pop culture tributes, and a bizarre internet trend.
They discuss the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s return to the UK, dissecting new polling that shows 71 per cent of the British public opposes paying for their security, while questioning whether taxpayer-funded protection is appropriate for non-working royals.
Poppy and Michael pay tribute to the late country music legend Dolly Parton, celebrating her universal appeal, sharp wit, and quiet philanthropy, as well as t...