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False Economy

Vix Leyton and Paul Watson

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Vix Leyton and Paul Watson dig into their guests retail quirks, from their best ever bargains to their worst ever rip-offs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The One With The Guest Who Picks Their Favourite Episode. Grab a coffee in a massive china cup, settle down in your huge loft apartment and let your two newest Friends, Dave and Pete, guide you through the greatest sitcom of the 1990s. Could it BE any more exciting? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Now, Where Were We? is the show that Barry Cryer has been waiting 86 years to make! Alongside his son, actor and writer Bob Cryer, Barry's booked a room at a favourite London pub, called up a bunch of famous pals he's not seen since lockdown began, and he's invited them down for a pint and a proper catch-up. This is Barry at his storytelling best, in his natural habitat, doing what he’s done for decades: making us laugh. There is some very explicit language used in punchlines from time to ti ...
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We discuss the world’s lamest bachelor party, Phoebe’s wild mood swings and a reference to Pizza Hut leads us to reminisce heavily about our youths at the greatest ever buffet. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely…
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Some guesswork from the fire department leads to a fight over who gets to drop spaghetti on the floor, Chandler gets a valuable lesson in how the days of the week work, and Ross is being creepy again. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is …
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A lot of men staring at women in this episode, as well as a lot of rats and a lot of terrible chemistry between Rachel and Gavin. Plus, does Pete’s partner still have a load of Sylvanian Families? ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very…
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We're back! And to kick off we're discussing the first ever Christmas episode whilst sweltering in the summer heat, perfect! ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appreciated) then you can always subscribe to our P…
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A travel special this week as we get the best tips from Stephen and Viv, fresh from their stint on the BBC's Race Across The World. They join Vix and Charlotte to talk everything from luggage allowances to Seatfrog - as well of spilling all the tea from the show, of course. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Vix, Paul and Charlotte are talking all things mortgages - specifically how old is too old to get a mortgage these days? It’s not like it was in the old days, that’s for sure. And if that wasn’t enough, we tell you how much it’ll cost you to buy twelve bags of bugs…. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Joey attempts to ditch Phoebe’s car on the other side of the country, Ross and Rachel recover from a hangover implausibly quickly, while Monica gets kicked by a child. ———————————— There's a new perk available for Patreon subscribers...! More details in this week's episode...so if you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and b…
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Monica makes a baffling decision when deciding where to put a chair, Ross goes back and forth on whether to move in with his wife (albeit a wife that isn’t aware of their marriage) and Joey goes full creep in a storyline that has no redeeming behaviour whatsoever. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and be…
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Emily makes her big demand, Monica gets mad at Chandler for reasons we aren’t sure are entirely justifiable, and Estelle has another absolute stinker in her life as Joey’s agent. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already huge…
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Be on full alert for room painting and sex weapons this week, as Ross and Phoebe go toe to toe. Meanwhile, Rachel crosses many professional lines with her assistant, and Chandler gets high from a hay-fever tablet. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your …
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Vix and Paul discuss the drop in popularity in staycations - apparently they're down 80%. There's also an upturn in the number of people going abroad for vet treatment given the spiralling costs at home - plus, you've probably had pizza WITH beer, but have you ever tried a pizza FLAVOURED beer? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…
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Standing on necks, smacking arses and shaving heads all feature this week…plus, why are we discussing Melissa Joan Hart? Only one way to find out… ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appreciated) then you can alw…
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Ross’ parenting commitment comes under question this week, as does Joey and Chandler’s relationship with Richard. Plus, Phoebe watches the end of an old film. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appreciated) then…
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Fur coats, new neighbours and the end of Ross’ marriage to Emily. Plus a tangent about Liza Minelli (for obvious reasons) and we also say goodbye to Ross’ OG apartment. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appreci…
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It’s an elusive JACKPLOT episode this week (we think) - an absolute belter featuring the Milkmaster 2000, Joey’s impeccable Italian accent and a party that serves barley. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appre…
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Some questionable medical professionals in this week’s episode, it has to be said. Meanwhile Ross gets absolutely off his tits and Chandler may or may not have a gay haircut. This episode is dedicated to the memory of Flaco the Owl. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not e…
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Vix, Paul and Charlotte discuss the battle of the supermarkets (which is very much hotting up), whether you should share your scratchcard winnings with a partner (spoiler, someone didn't) and the sad demise of the Body Shop (and whether in fact, it is at all sad.) Plus, how much would you pay for an old tyre? We finally answer the age-old question.…
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This is a whole episode of storylines that involve Ross ruining things, which is impressive even by his standards. Plus, a dog with superb acting range and we learn all about saltwater taffy. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much…
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It's Valentine's Day! Hurrah! Or Ugh, depending on how you feel. If you've left everything to the last minute (and let's face it, who hasn't), we have some top tips on ways to salvage the disaster. Plus: Vix, Paul and Charlotte talk all things healthcare in the light of the King's recent diagnosis - what's the best cover, and how can you manage if …
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Plate? Plate! Plate? Sure. Phoebe dates a diplomat from a generic foreign country (classic Friends), we discuss the heady days of the photocopying shop, and Ross and Rachel take that ill-advised break… ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is…
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Just HOW MUCH did those boots cost? We’re asking the big questions as ever here on FWF. We also question Joey’s reaction to his sister’s pregnancy, as well as Phoebe’s absolutely WILD desperation to get concert tickets for an act we’ve never heard her even mention liking before. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in …
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There are strong rumours that Woolworths is coming back to the high street - Vix, Paul and Charlotte investigate these reports. Plus, do we have better things to worry about these days than Dry January? Why is nobody doing it this year? And what on earth is a rock'n'roll stroll? We'll tell you exactly what, don't worry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.c…
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Some iconic moments in this late episode - including learning about Joey’s policy on sharing food. Plus, Monica and Chandler get a baby, and Ross wears a pink top. Big day for everyone really. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it in any way (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very muc…
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Phoebe goes in search of a dad but ends up running down a dog, we meet Frank Jr for the first time (or do we?) - plus, we take inspiration from Monica’s stock market escapades and search for our own stock - will we invest? Probably not, because we absolutely don’t understand the stock market. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to …
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Vix, Paul and Charlotte have found a product that promises to remove all the ‘bad stuff’ from your booze - could this make hangovers a thing of the past? Plus we tell you where to find a whole Sunday roast for just £7.50 (and kids eat free too) - plus we road test the Wetherspoons Veganuary menu (spoiler alert, it’s not great). Hosted on Acast. See…
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Chandler is attacked by an employee (probably justifiably, frankly), we debate the inconsistencies of the WENUS and Dave does his best to have another Big Thought… ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it (and believe us, we absolutely do not expect you to, your listening is very much already hugely appreciated) then you c…
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Vix, Paul and Charlotte bring some excellent Greggs related news, as well as discussing the new taxation on Vinted sales. Plus, we we find our how much a Gordon Ramsey cooking class costs and we hope you all had a great Sunshine Saturday - but we asked the big question - what the heck IS Sunshine Saturday? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for…
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We are BACK - for another year of Friends related nonsense. This week, we learn that Joey doesn’t know what a cactus is, Ross invents a man and does a questionable accent and Monica nearly resorts to thrashing around in her bathtub. Plus Dave has a BIG THOUGHT. Seriously, it's big. ———————————— If you enjoy the podcast and would like to support it …
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Vix, Paul and Charlotte are here for a festive edition of False Economy, discussing everything from Secret Santa anxiety to the best way to get cheap train travel over the holiday period. Plus we look into reports that the cost of Christmas has tripled in recent years... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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