The Audacity
By Mark & Shar
The AudacityMay 23, 2021
The Epilogue
It's over. JK! Not really. Join us for a finale no one asked for. (S2)
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9 To 5
Mark can't afford to move home. Shar is against the forty hour work week. They're both cogs in the machine. In this episode we're talking about all things corporate culture. (S2E10)
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You're Dead To Me
Shar might ask you to delete her number. Mark is leading a search party in the woods next weekend. They both despise ghosting and ghosters. In this episode we're talking about ghosting, the slow fade, and blocking! (S2E9)
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Royal Tea
Mark is still mourning Princess Di. Shar is joining Liz for hot girl summer. They both want to court the Danish princes. In this episode we're talking about royalty and their place in the world. (S2E8)
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Please Don't Listen To This
TW: Incoherent Nonsense & Endless Self-Loathing — Shar wants a juice box. Mark needs to take his vitamins. They both want to sincerely apologise to the ginger community. In this episode we're talking about nonsense, rawness, and how vulnerability might be a good thing. (S2E7)
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Our First Official Apology Tape
Mark wants you to forgive. Shar wants you to forget. They both hate the Notes app. In this episode we're talking about apologies, cancel culture, influencer scandals, and more. (S2E6)
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S.A.S.S. Masterclass (with Dalis Robinson)
Shar gets it from her mom. Mark uses it strategically. Our special guest this week is Dalis, who was born with it. They all want to share a lesson about S.A.S.S. In this episode we're talking about being sassy, classy, and a little bad-assy. (S2E5) Check out Dalis on LinkTree!
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Growing Pains
Mark hadn't done the reading. Shar still doesn't cook. They both suggest you apply to more than one university. In this episode we're talking about the shift from the classroom to the conference room. (S2E4)
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Love, Rinse, & Repeat (Part 2)
PART 2: Shar won't change her last name. Mark wants three weddings (preferably to the same person). They both hate pandemic weddings. In this episode we're talking about the later stages of love: dating, marriage, and breakups. (S2E3)
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Love, Rinse, & Repeat (Part 1)
PART 1: Mark wants a first date that never ends. Shar pretends to be a good girl. They both prefer their friendship without benefits. In this episode we're talking about the early stages of love: dating apps, first dates, hooking up, and more! (S2E2)
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Bimbos, Himbos, & Thembos
Shar loves himbos. Mark hates men, excluding himself. They both share a brain cell. It's time for bimbofication! Welcome to Season 2 of The Audacity! In this episode we're talking about the new year, the new season, and our new tastes. #NoThink2021 (S2E1)
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Announcement: Season Two
Season 2 is coming on February 14, 2021 at 12:00 CET for a very special V-Day episode. We're back with more guests, spicier discussions, and a brand new studio. Keep an eye out...always! (S2)
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Introducing: The Audacity LIVE!
Tune into Broadcast Amsterdam on Mondays at 20:00 CET starting November 23 for our four-part mini-series The Audacity LIVE! We'll be talking about all of your favourite topics from our podcast, plus sharing the music we've been bopping our heads to, and it's all happening live on air.
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Loose Ends
Mark needs to behave himself better. Shar has a lot of stories to tell. They both really like HEX codes and logo design. In this episode we get to know each other while talking about these unprecedented times. Later on, we'll share some thoughts on a buzzword that's been on all of our minds lately: unprecedented. Trump, BLM, and two cusp babies trying to make sense of 2020 is a very strange combination indeed. (S1E1)
Tune into Broadcast Amsterdam on Mondays at 20:00 CET starting November 23 for our four-part mini-series The Audacity LIVE! We'll be talking about all of your favourite topics from our podcast, plus sharing the music we've been bopping our heads to, and it's all happening live on air.
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Six Hours Apart (with Mana Stutchbury)
Shar hates the space between us. Mark needs to move on from the fantasy. Our special guest this week is Mana, who is apparently due for a growth spurt. In this episode we talk about long distance relationships, miscommunication, and fantastical expectations. Make sure to set your clocks back, because we are crossing time zones! (S1E7) Check out Mana on Instagram!
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Let's Talk About Sex
Mark had his heart torn to shreds. Shar dissects the WAP. They both want you to pee after sex. Class is in session! In this episode we talk about sex education, sexual health, and exploring yourself. (S1E6)
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Why Is The Sky Blue?
Shar is uncomfortable. Mark is too. They both want to talk it out. In this episode we address privilege and how to start a conversation about it. (S1E5)
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TikTalk
Mark doesn't speak Arabic, yet. Shar is training to become a pool cleaner. Their algorithms are in sync. In this episode we are talking about social media, privacy, and endless scrolling on TikTok. (S1E4)
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We're Single & It's Not Our Fault
Shar is afraid of accidentally dating her third cousin. Mark has butterflies in his stomach and other feelings elsewhere. They both really want to find out what your Love Language is. Parents and Dutchies beware! In this episode we talk about dating, relationships, and our toxic habits. Let's reanalyse and overanalyse together and figure out if being single is really our fault? (S1E3)
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Shot In The Chest
Mark needs his teachers to learn how to Zoom better. Shar needs to remember her boundaries. They have both been stuck inside for far too long. In this episode we talk about working from home in the shit-storm that is 2020. Join us as we make some absurd analogies and mourn the loss of the notorious RBG. (S1E2)
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The Birth
Shar has a lot of stories to tell. Mark needs to behave himself better. They both really like HEX codes and logo design. In this episode we get to know each other while talking about these unprecedented times. Later on, we'll share some thoughts on a buzzword that's been on all of our minds lately: unprecedented. Trump, BLM, and two cusp babies trying to make sense of 2020 is a very strange combination indeed. (S1E1)
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