In this special Edible Series, Wish reflects on why the label “foodie” no longer fits, tracing its shift from an unpretentious celebration of good food to a status-conscious, performative label shaped by social media. She argues that meals should be experienced through the senses and personal joy, and introduces “food adventuring” and “food shed fidelity” as more thoughtful ways to describe curiosity about food.

Content Note: This episode includes a personal account discussing suicide and self-harm. Please listen with care. For free, confidential support worldwide, visit findahelpline.com (UK: 116 123 | US: 988).

What did "fear" mean before it meant being scared? Centuries ago, the word described an ambush, a sudden strike in broad daylight. In this Halloween special, Wish traces fear from its ancient root to the feeling we know today. She shares the worst fear of her life, a real ambush in her own home, and the "never panic" lesson from her dad that carried her through it. She also talks about trusting your gut as a solo traveller and facing fear with curiosity and calculated risk. When your alarm bell rings, do you freeze up, or are you brave enough to step through the door?

In this new Edible Series, Wish explores dining from the customer’s point of view: from choosing a restaurant and dining solo to noticing the difference between a polished performance and genuine hospitality. With candid reflections and stories from meals around the world, she considers how food, atmosphere, and human connection come together to make an experience worth remembering.

This episode explores existentialism through the urgent questions artificial intelligence raises: who controls its development, what responsibilities come with such power, and what humanity risks losing if progress continues without accountability. Drawing on her tech experience, Wish reflects on freedom, ethics, digital identity, and the emotional weight of rapid technological change, while making a clear case for a human-first future.

Some of the most important things shaping your life right now are hiding in plain sight — your taste, your boundaries, your AI habits, your friendships, and even the way you parent. Let's shake things up and listen to this new segment. This is a timely collection of my reflections on the issues shaping modern life—this round covers AI-driven laziness and brainrot, the rise of ragebait, heroine chic making a terrible comeback, and the quiet power of parenting with values.

Restraint is the art of holding back with intention. In this episode, Wish explores the balance between impulse and self-control, reflecting on how restraint shapes the way we speak, dress, and move through the world. With a thoughtful look at language, style, and modern beauty standards, she makes a compelling case for moderation as a form of elegance and self-awareness.