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The Way They Were

The podcast where every celebrity split is the one that got away. Each week comedians Grainne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate take a deep dive into a celebrity breakup, chosen by a special guest, that still lingers in their hearts and minds. We scour interviews, over-analyse iconic pictures and search for meaning in post-breakup media statements. Celeb gossip hounds will feel right at home, but really anyone who"s experienced a breakup can appreciate hearing how the rich and famous take

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00:33:41

Bonus: Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne

The Way They Were ·

2025/07/25

This week on a very special The Way They Were, we’re lighting a black candle and cranking up the Sabbath, because Ozzy Osbourne has taken his final bow. In honour of the man, the myth, the prince of Darkness, Gráinne and Chantal dive into his decades-long, chaotic, and somewhat violent marriage to Sharon Osbourne. Was it true love or the ultimate power couple? We look at one of the longest rock 'n' roll romances of all time. We'll be back next week with brand new episodes! Learn more about

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Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom? Special Gossip Preview

The Way They Were ·

2025/06/26

Welcome to the very first edition of THE GOSSIP — where Chantal and Gráinne crack their knuckles, flip open the tabloids, and say the quiet bits out loud. You asked for it. And by asked, we mean demanded in the DMs.This week: Katy and Orlando’s break-up comes under the microscope as our cupids try to figure out what has gone wrong between the interstellar popstar and the former elf/pirate. Plus we announce the return date of The Way They Were! (5th of August, mark your diaries!) Join us on

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Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom? Special Gossip Preview

The Way They Were ·

2025/06/26

Welcome to the very first edition of THE GOSSIP — where Chantal and Gráinne crack their knuckles, flip open the tabloids, and say the quiet bits out loud. You asked for it. And by asked, we mean demanded in the DMs. This week: Katy and Orlando’s break-up comes under the microscope as our cupids try to figure out what has gone wrong between the interstellar popstar and the former elf/pirate. Plus we announce the return date of The Way They Were! (5th of August, mark your diaries!) Join

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00:21:41

Top 5 Sex and the City Breakups: Patreon Preview!

The Way They Were ·

2025/05/30

In New York, love is everything — until it isn’t. This week on The Way They Were, Chantal and Gráinne celebrate the return of And Just Like That by taking a walk down memory lane. So pour the cosmos and let’s count down the top five Sex and the City breakups. From Post-it notes to wedding day bust-ups, we couldn't help but think: is Sex and the City the best TV show of all time? Let us know in the comments! The full episode is available now on our Patreon — sip, listen, and support us here:

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce: Patreon Preview!

The Way They Were ·

2025/05/09

We’ve just dropped our very first Patreon-exclusive episode—and trust us, you’re going to want in on this. In the full episode: Gráinne reignites her long-running feud with Taylor Swift, Chantal digs up the reality TV roots of Travis Kelce's love life, and absolutely nobody cares about Matt Healy). It’s loose, it’s potentially liabilous and it’s only on Patreon. If you like what we do and want even more of it uncut, unfiltered, and a little bit unhinged come join us: patreon.com/TheWayTheyWere

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Stuart Laws: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner

The Way They Were ·

2025/05/02

It’s the season finale, and it’s time for Bennifer! No, not that Bennifer. We’re talking about the sequel duo: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner — and things are getting messy. Gráinne and Chantal have called in Alias superfan and casual observer of all things Affleck, Stuart Laws, to help make sense of this rebound for the ages.From Daredevil to that bizarre Oscars speech — and what was the deal with the nanny? We’re covering it all. PLUS, we reveal our big end-of-season surprise: the brand

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Stuart Laws: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner

The Way They Were ·

2025/05/02

It’s the season finale, and it’s time for Bennifer! No, not that Bennifer. We’re talking about the sequel duo: Ben Affleck and Jennifer Garner — and things are getting messy. Gráinne and Chantal have called in Alias superfan and casual observer of all things Affleck, Stuart Laws, to help make sense of this rebound for the ages. From Daredevil to that bizarre Oscars speech — and what was the deal with the nanny? We’re covering it all. PLUS, we reveal our big end-of-season surprise: the brand

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00:49:10

Emergency Episode! Jojo Siwa, Kath Ebbs & Chris Hughes

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/27

STOP THE PRESS! Another celebrity breakup has rocked our world, so Gráinne and Chantal dropped everything to bring you this emergency episode on a Sunday morning. Karmas a bitch, and she's with us right now as we dive into the end of the relationship between 'gay pop princess' Jojo Siwa and influencer Kath Ebbs. We cover all the ins and outs that led up to our star-crossed lovers publicly announcing their split after four months. Plus, we dig into Jojo's experience and personal growth in the Celeb

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01:19:38

Nikki Druce: George IV and Caroline of Brunswick

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/25

Put on your best powdered wig, pour a generous brandy, and brace yourself for scandal as we revisit one of history's messiest royal romances: the unholy matrimony of King George IV and Caroline of Brunswick. It’s a love story makes Charles and Diana look dull. Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate welcome special guest Nikki Druce, the undisputed queen of macabre history podcasts, to spill the gory details. From odious first impressions to the most embarrassing coronation crash you don't want

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Alice Hopkins: Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/18

Light a pungent candle, get yourself comfortable perched on a jade egg, and prepare to consciously uncouple as The Way They Were dives into the iconic noughties love story of Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin. Just remember, nobody said it was easy...Hosts Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate welcome BBC Radio 1’s early-morning queen Alice Hopkins to explore this revolutionary pair. From the most iconic child name in celebrity history to the ultimate euphemism for a breakup, this duo rewrote the

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01:09:27

Alice Hopkins: Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/18

Light a pungent candle, get yourself comfortable perched on a jade egg, and prepare to consciously uncouple as The Way They Were dives into the iconic noughties love story of Gwyneth Paltrow & Chris Martin. Just remember, nobody said it was easy... Hosts Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate welcome BBC Radio 1’s early-morning queen Alice Hopkins to explore this revolutionary pair. From the most iconic child name in celebrity history to the ultimate euphemism for a breakup, this duo rewrote

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100! Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins:...

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/11

They thought that love could keep them together, but not even a Captain could weather this romantic storm. So pour yourself a piña colada, weigh anchor, and yacht rock into the night for the spectacular 100th episode of The Way They Were!Our very own centurions, Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate, are joined by comedy power couple Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins to explore the heartbreaking love story of Captain & Tennille. So grab your elastic bands, slap on your skipper’s

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01:13:37

Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins: Captain &...

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/11

They thought that love could keep them together, but not even a Captain could weather this romantic storm. So pour yourself a piña colada, weigh anchor, and yacht rock into the night for the spectacular 100th episode of The Way They Were! Our very own centurions, Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate, are joined by comedy power couple Paul F. Tompkins and Janie Haddad Tompkins to explore the heartbreaking love story of Captain & Tennille. So grab your elastic bands, slap on your skipper’s

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01:06:12

Eleanor Morton: Princess Margaret & Lord Snowdon

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/04

Pour yourself a gin, pop on your pearls, and dust off your stiff upper lip as hosts Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate peer behind the velvet curtains of royal heartbreak in this special episode of The Way They Were. Joining them for a jolly good gossip is comedian, author, and undisputed queen of feminist history books, Eleanor Morton. Together, they'll dissect the delightfully doomed romance between the original royal rebel, Princess Margaret, and the roguishly charming Lord Snowdon

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110: ELEANOR MORTON: PRINCESS MARGARET & LORD SNOWDON

The Way They Were ·

2025/04/04

Pour yourself a gin, pop on your pearls, and dust off your stiff upper lip as hosts Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate peer behind the velvet curtains of royal heartbreak in this special episode of The Way They Were. Joining them for a jolly good gossip is comedian, author, and undisputed queen of feminist history books, Eleanor Morton. Together, they'll dissect the delightfully doomed romance between the original royal rebel, Princess Margaret, and the roguishly charming Lord Snowdon

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00:59:11

Jonn Elledge: Jeremy Corbyn & Diane Abbott

The Way They Were ·

2025/03/28

Crack open a tin of M&S cocktails and hop aboard the love train, because this week we’re diving into a political pairing that’s had more ups and downs than the Spring statement. Yes, it’s the low-key, long-rumoured, and quietly history-making relationship between Jeremy Corbyn and Diane Abbott. Joining Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate to unpack it all is journalist and political power house Jonn Elledge. From motorbike rides and graveyard dates to depressing Christmas dinners,

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108 MICHELLE SHAUGHNESSY: SYLVESTER STALLONE &...

The Way They Were ·

2025/03/21

This week, we're getting into a real Rocky romance—the kind with muscles, shoulder pads, and more drama than the entire Rambo franchise. Yes, it’s the short, wild, and gloriously roided-up love affair between Sylvester Stallone and Brigitte Nielsen. Helping Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate make sense of it all is the effortlessly glamorous comedian Michelle Shaughnessy—a woman with a deep love for the ’80s and a not-so-secret crush on Sly.From secret love notes to interfering mums, we’ve

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01:02:09

Michelle Shaughnessy: Sylvester Stallone & Brigitte...

The Way They Were ·

2025/03/21

This week, we're getting into a real Rocky romance—the kind with muscles, shoulder pads, and more drama than the entire Rambo franchise. Yes, it’s the short, wild, and gloriously roided-up love affair between Sylvester Stallone and Brigitte Nielsen. Helping Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate make sense of it all is the effortlessly glamorous comedian Michelle Shaughnessy—a woman with a deep love for the ’80s and a not-so-secret crush on Sly. From secret love notes to interfering mums,

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01:01:06

Glenn Moore & Katie Storey: Frasier and Lilith

The Way They Were ·

2025/03/14

Hey baby, can you hear the blues a-callin’? It’s time to toss some salad and scramble some eggs. And this week, we’re serving up a full plate. This week, British comedy power couple Glenn Moore and Katie Storie join Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate to psychoanalyse one of TV’s most cerebral couples: Lilith Sternin & Frasier Crane. Their romance spanned three sitcoms and four decades. From their barbed exchanges in Cheers to their sensual years in Frasier, and we promise we

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107 GLEN MOORE & KATIE STOREY: FRASIER AND LILITH

The Way They Were ·

2025/03/14

Hey baby, can you hear the blues a-callin’? It’s time to toss some salad and scramble some eggs. And this week, we’re serving up a full plate. This week, British comedy power couple Glenn Moore and Katie Storie join Gráinne Maguire and Chantal Feduchin-Pate to psychoanalyse one of TV’s most cerebral couples: Lilith Sternin & Frasier Crane. Their romance spanned three sitcoms and four decades. From their barbed exchanges in Cheers to their sensual years in Frasier, and we promise we aren't going

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