Staying Relevant

Staying Relevant

Join Sam Thompson & Pete Wicks on their weekly quest for fame. Whether that's the public appearances gone wrong, the brand campaigns we'd rather forget, or the reality TV that still haunts us - nothing is off the cards. With the occasional special guest, join the pair as they discover what it really takes to stay relevant in the public eye today. Please note this series contains explicit language, adult themes and the consumption of alcohol. Listen by clicking 'Play' on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever it is you're listening now. Make sure to Subscribe or Follow, Rate and Review to help others find the podcast. Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @stayingrelevantpodcast. Subscribe to us on YouTube @stayingrelevantpodcast. To get in touch with the podcast, email hello@srproductions.co.uk This has been a Staying Relevant Production, in association with Bauer Media. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

June 18, 2025 24 mins

This week the boys discuss their go-to recipes to impress a first date, safe to say they'll be eating out for the forseeable.


Sam then threw in a complete curve ball and shared his shocking first date fail - our heart goes out to the poor girl.


Finally, Pete is thrilled with his new celeb lookalike... sort of.


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This week we have the man of the moment back in the studio! Sam takes us behind the scenes of his Matchball Mission and all the ups and downs along the way.


In other news, we are coming to you from our brand new studio! Staying Relevant Productions is doing it baby!


And finally, Pete runs us through his Love Island Audition tape. Buckle in.


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June 11, 2025 33 mins

On this week’s bonus episode, Pete enters his Piglet era and becomes a full-on Essex icon - slay b****! And... he and Sam sponsor a football club? Plus: zombie survival kits, potato personalities, and Pete wants a boy called Stanley?



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June 8, 2025 39 mins

Our very own Sam Thompson completed his Matchball Mission for Soccer Aid for Unicef by running and cycling 260 miles up and down the country, and we could not be prouder.


We have loved watching the country fall in love with you all over again Sam - and can't wait to celebrate you when you're back!


We recorded this episode just before Sam set off for his mission - hear his thoughts and fears heading into the week, and what thi...

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June 4, 2025 28 mins

Sam is on day four of his Matchball Mission! So while he's running the usual chaos had to continue...


The boys might be off to Disneyland, Sam drops a bomb about Glastonbury and Pete proposes to his future wife...


To donate and support Sam’s challenge attempt, visit socceraid.org.uk/challenge



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June 1, 2025 67 mins

This week we sent off our very own Sam Thompson on his Matchball Mission with Soccer Aid for Unicef! Sam will be transporting the Soccer Aid match ball over 260

miles from Stamford Bridge to Old Trafford in time for this year’s game. Every mile, on foot and by bike. We are tired just thinking about it.


Some of Sam's favourite faces surprised him with a good luck message, and there were tears...


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May 28, 2025 40 mins

On this week's bonus episode Sam and Pete tackle the ultimate Shag, Marry, Kill (featuring Theodore, Inspector Gadget, and Darth Vader), and chat to Aussie honeymooners who are flying across the world to see them at the O2 instead of lounging in The Maldives. Plus, expect fiery jelly cat opinions and their thoughts on the new phenomenon: Virgin Island.


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May 25, 2025 67 mins

This week we discuss Sam's ongoing glow-up and Pete shares his thoughts on the new hair. (Does anyone think we should have an intervention, or just let Sam carry on?)


The boys also become hypothetical dads and shock, Pete is VERY protective over his non-existent daughter.


And SR Today is back! The boys discuss Peppa Pig and online dating, gotta love daytime TV.



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May 21, 2025 38 mins

On this week's bonus episode Pete's secret identity is uncovered (spoiler: he really loves Disney), whilst Sam explains how he came into blows with GK Barry (farts). The pair also talk everything Glastonbury related where they reveal their wildly unrealistic ambitions to dance on the Pyramid Stage, and a deeply disturbing idea involving balloons filled with… well, let's just say Glasto might never be the same again.


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YEAH MAN, COOL MAN! Welcome to the magical journey that is Staying Relevant!


As the team at SR Productions grows, Sam learns some corporate jargon, and Pete learns about HGWs.


Plus, Sam updates us on his training for his massive challenge - as long as Ben Shepherd is on his side, he's gonna be fine!


Finally, Pete finds a new date ice breaker, and has an idea for merch at the O2 show...


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May 14, 2025 45 mins

On this week’s bonus episode, we uncover a major announcement — Staying Relevant is writing a book! Could another Sunday Times Bestseller be on the cards? But that’s not all... we finally get to the bottom of Sam’s sudden obsession with running (hint, hint, Soccer Aid Match Ball Mission) and things take a surprisingly sensual turn as Sam and Pete reveal their new business conquest: a lovemaking mixtape.


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May 11, 2025 38 mins

Well there was LOTS to debrief this week after Sam became more relevant than ever in the papers!


Pete is up for yet ANOTHER award and gives the goss on Liv Atwood's birthday party.


And the boys tease some big announcements coming this week...



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On this week’s bonus episode, things take a wild turn as Sam and Pete predict the chaos of an upcoming listener's wedding—including questionable dance moves to Shakira and the possibility of Pete hooking up with a bridesmaid. Meanwhile, sparks fly when viewers Candy and Lily get an unexpected phone call that could lead to a steamy double date.


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This week we find out Sam's thoughts on Soccer Aid, the boys' plans for Liv Atwood's Birthday and Pete gets Sam ready for his next panel show... what could possibly go wrong!


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On this week's bonus we are joined by Sam’s fellow jungle queen and Pete’s oldest friend, Vicky Pattison! Vicky takes on a game of Shag, Marry, Kill, and shares her honest opinion on Pete’s dance moves... well not THAT honest. We also hear all about her wedding and she shares all the behind-the-scenes gossip from her new Channel 4 show, 'The Honesty Box'.


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April 27, 2025 36 mins

This week we hear Sam's plans to take Pete to a festival (shockingly they don't land well)...


We also hear that Sam is ready to get back on the dating scene, watch out ladies! And the boys discuss the prospect of a double date.


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April 23, 2025 28 mins

On this week's bonus episode, Sam and Pete discuss their plans to crash a strangers wedding - because why not? We learn Pete is a one wiper and... sh*g, marry, kill is BACK.


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April 20, 2025 58 mins

This week we uncover the reason for Sam's glow up... his new mystery woman!


We also hear some BIG updates from SR Productions, Pete's thoughts on Coachella and Sam was in an actual car crash?!


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April 16, 2025 32 mins

This week, the boys answer all the important questions...


Sam discusses how he will ensure Pete is ALWAYS in his life.


Pete shares his thoughts on 'What I Eat in a Day' videos and 'Morning Routines' on tiktok


And is Sam now a REAL thirst trap?


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April 13, 2025 43 mins

This week we are joined by Celebrity Big Brother's host - the wonderful Will Best!


Turns out Will and Sam are more similar than we first thought, aka, they've both been Dosh Man.


We also discuss Sam's time in the CBB house, Will reveals his first impression of Pete at the Brits and Will catches the boys off guard and makes them BOTH cry with laughter...


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