Staying Relevant

Sh*ts and Gigs Confessed WHAT??

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From one group of short kings to another, this week’s bonus episode welcomes James and Fuhad from Sh*ts and Gigs. From how they first met to compari...

174: Sam’s big update and Pete’s a hero!

05 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The boys reveal the truth behind their viral fake tan - bad news, it’s not hitting shelves anytime soon. Sam also opens up about his latest purchase...

The boys’ secret lives…

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Bank holiday weekend is incoming, so the boys kick things off with their plans… Then it takes a turn. Conspiracy theories. Of course Sam’...

173: Sam's on the wind up and Pete gets tested

29 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam turns up in a very questionable outfit... NOT, he has officially pulled it out the bag although we need to talk about th...

Grime Gran’s Dating Advice to Pete

26 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Grime Gran is BACK for the bonus, and she’s not holding back…We kick things off with the viral M&S Easter egg, The Big Daddy, as Pete and Grim...

172: Pete meets his match - it’s Grime Gran!

23 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week Pete's joined by everyone’s favourite nan, Grime Gran - and trust us, she does not hold back... the unexpected duo you didn...

Sam and Pete face their biggest critics yet

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's bonus, the boys relive the iconic university presentation that went completely off-script - including the moment Sam accident...

171: Alan Carr on Traitors goss and his best night out with Adele!

16 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Alan Carr joins us on the pod and it's about as chaotic as you would imagine...From his “pussy free” Scottish castle and brand new ...

Sam and Pete on Marriage and Kids...

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week the boys pass on some pretty big life advice to 20 year olds up and down the country. They deliberate when they truly peaked, the age they’...

170: What REALLY went down at the BRITS?

09 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The O2 documentary is FINALLY out on YouTube, and the boys celebrated with a chaotic viewing party at Sam’s house - which ended with a rather i...

Pete responds to his viral moment

05 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam is officially back from vocal rest, which means the silence is over though he’s returned more whispering than we expected. We get the full debri...

169: Love Islander Helena Ford exclusively reveals what ACTUALLY happened in the villa

02 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh out of the chaos of Love Island, Helena Ford is spilling EVERYTHING. From the infamous 'sitting on Sam’s face' tweet to what Sam’s ex (...

Pete and Jowita talk about THAT O2 dance

26 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam is off on vocal rest this week so after all your messages, we finally made it happen. Jowita is back on the pod with Pete.Pete and Jowita get stra...

168: Giovanna Fletcher tells Pete some home truths

23 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Giovanna Fletcher joins Pete for an episode that goes from heartfelt to completely unhinged - from their emotional Copp...

Sam and Pete Rant Off: Who’s the biggest Karen?!

19 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s a new episode which means one thing. A fresh rant. And this week it’s…Pancake Day.Pete is, unsurprisingly, not on board He’s never even h...

167: The boys react to BIG news...

16 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's a BIG week at SR Productions! Our new Instagram and brand new newsletter are officially LIVE (link in bio 👀).Pete discovers Touch ID on his ne...

The boys get steamy...

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the boys step into their most steamy era as they attempt their very best impressions of Nigella Lawson, now that she’s officially the new...

166: Sam and Pete reveal their Valentines plans

09 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s episode, the boys lean way too hard into Valentine’s Day romance as Sam reveals his Valentines plans with his girlfriend ...

Sam’s first rant on the pod!

05 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s bonus episode, it’s a big, rant-y one. Not only do we get a classic Pete rant, but Sam officially pops his rant cherry with his ver...

Welcome to the Staying Relevant family: He Said, She Said with Ryan Libbey and Louise Thompson

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

🚨 BIG NEWS FROM STAYING RELEVANT PRODUCTIONS 🚨We’ve only gone and acquired a new podcast. Yes, we are actual businessmen now. Please welcome H...

165: Sam's not happy with Pete...

02 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Staying Relevant Productions family is officially expanding with the launch of the 'He Said She Said' podcast under the Stayin...

Pete is engaged?!

29 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week we discover that it might not just be Sam who is love as Pete reveals that he might is allegedly engaged?! A listener has sent in ...

164: Sam gets grilled

26 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the pod, we welcome a brand new addition to the SR family as Pete introduces us to his new dog Rodney - and we’re already obsessed! Tha...

Sam Is in Love

22 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We get a sneak peek into the real lives of Sam and Pete as we dive into their notes app…and let’s just say there are a few things they definitely ...

163: Sam and Pete react to Headlines...

19 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Blue Monday so Pete is on hand with his expert advice on how to beat the blues and cheer everyone up...in his classic Pete way of course!There’...

Pete reveals his dream date...

15 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam and Pete react to some big news - Love Island legend Helena Ford name dropped SR in the All Stars promo video baby!They also share thei...

162: Sam responds to rumours…

12 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back in town! We hear all about their Christmas shenanigans which may or may not involve Sam's entire family messaging Pete...Pete's Chri...

Pete has a long lost son?

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Pete predict where they will be in 10 years time - from grey hair to daytime TV and even a shot at becoming the next Jonathan Ross.A listener ...

161: The year Pete finds LOVE...

05 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

New year, new me, and new goals for Sam and Pete. Yes, that’s right. It’s time for the boys to sit down and set their goals for 2026! Sam and...

Sam has been hiding something...

01 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

🎉 HAPPY NEW YEAR, RELEVANTERS! 🎉On this New Year’s Day bonus episode, the boys delve into their Spotify Wrapped and let’s just say...

160: Did Sam and Pete Hit Their 2025 Goals?!

29 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s our final episode of 2025 🎉The boys sit down to reflect on the year and honestly… what a year it’s been. We revisit the resolutions set ...

Sam is bringing WHO to Christmas?

25 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Christmas Day, and the boys are feeling festive… ish. 🎄We chat about when it’s acceptable to bring a new partner home for the holidays, ...

159: Pete’s Christmas RANT!

22 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Christmassss! It’s our annual Staying Relevant Christmas episode and this year we’ve swapped Santa and Rudolph costumes for something far m...

Pete's Christmas party scandal is exposed

18 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s bonus the boys accidentally imagine their future daughters Olive and Rose on social media and immediately regret it, as things take a...

158: Sam Got a DM From WHICH Celebrity?!

15 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam is finally back from Australia and the boys are reunited. We chat about his time in Oz and his sudden TikTok Live obsession and whether he actuall...

Vicky Pattison talks about THAT viral moment

11 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's bonus episode we are joined again by Vicky Pattison where she dives into the Tess & Claudia leaving Strictly bombshell…...

157: Vicky Pattison on leaving Strictly and Her Longtime Friendship with Pete

08 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam is away in Australia this week, so we’ve brought in a very special friend of the pod to co-host with Pete as the brilliant Vicky Pattison joins ...

THE VEGAS SPECIAL

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

*SPOILER ALERT* If you haven’t watched the Vegas vlog then watch it on our Youtube channel...Listen in to Sam and Pete dissecting their trip to Vega...

Pete's going back on Strictly?!

04 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we’re asking the BIG question: would Pete or Sam ever make their TV comebacks? Pete spills all on Strictly and the one condition...

156: Sam Thompson is off the market!

01 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You heard it right ladies and gents, Sam Thompson is officially off the market, the tough year is over. And he's got big plans to celebrate... involvi...

The episode that goes WAY too far

27 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's bonus episode Olive and Rose are BACK - and the boys waste no time diving into some truly unhinged hypotheticals... From BBLs to OnlyFa...

155: Pete's back and Sam has gossip...

24 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So turns out Pete isn't entering the I'm a Celeb Jungle (yet) and he is back with us in the famous green chair.Not only is Pete back, but he's back wi...

You didn't know THIS about Sam and Pete...

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week Sam is joined by a VERY special guest... (if I do say so myself)... with Pete still in some unknown location, Producer Pippa is keeping his ...

154: Jamie Laing on becoming a dad

17 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week Pete is 'on holiday' at a mystery location... so Sam is joined by the wonderful Jamie Laing!The boys take a stroll down memory lane and delv...

Is Pete entering the I'm A Celeb Jungle?

13 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s bonus episode, Parking Wars make a dramatic return - tensions are high, but not as high as Sam’s heart rate after Sam rea...

153: Advice for our younger selves…

10 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Las Vegas was on the horizon when we recorded this episode so the boys chat all Vegas planning with casinos, cowboys, pool parties and Sam annoying Pe...

And The Award Goes to….Sam & Pete!!! w/ Joel Dommett

07 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this bonus episode, Sam & Pete appear on a brand new podcast, ‘And The Award Goes To….’. It’s the awards show that’s also a podcast, ...

The Staying Relevant Book is OUT!!!

06 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The wait is officially over because it’s release day! The Staying Relevant book is officially out!!!AND we’re back on tour again... some places Sa...

152: Are Sam and Pete Hosting Strictly Next?!

03 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam missed the Monday meeting… again. Which led to a full team vote on who we’d rather trust with the company: Pete or Sam.With Tess an...

Sam and Pete are heading to Vegas!

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's spoooooky Halloween bonus episode we discover the boys are off to Vegas! What are they up to? No one knows - but expect pure CHAOS. The...

151: Sam and Pete Make Headlines...

27 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week’s episode was recorded the morning after our book launch event, the one that Sam supposedly organised! Pete ended up having a much better ...

Pete discovers Jellycat Airlines

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Our trip to Harry Potter Studios has finally arrived, and Pete couldn’t be more thrilled to wave his wand around. Meanwhile, something else he might...

150: Sam's HARD Launch...

19 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, For Dogs’ Sake Season 2 is officially back, and Pete’s back on our screens too. But that’s not the only show he’s appearing on. He’...

Pete FAILED a test??

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s bonus episode, we find out if Sam has finally made it to the Monday meeting - only a year into running the business! Plus, ...

149: Chris McCausland ROASTS Sam and Pete!

12 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the boys are joined by returning guest, the hilarious and brilliantly talented Strictly Come Dancing champion Chris McCausland!A ...

Sam's new enemy and Pete receives a surprise delivery

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam and Pete check in on GBU’s wobbly performance: from losses to one draw, have they taken their eye off the ball??Meanwhile, Sam’s pi...

148: Sam gets PIED!

05 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week Sam has clearly had a meeting with a spray tan as he is looking suspiciously orange. Pete isn’t letting it slide…it’s giving Oompa Loo...

Sam tries S*xting...

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week the boys tackle how old is too old when it comes to dating? And could Pete and Sam really land themselves sugar mummies… or would it all c...

147: The O2 Show Debrief!

28 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fresh off the back of the O2 (and yes, we actually pulled it off), we’re debriefing all the highs and lows. From Sam hiding in fear to screens break...

Pete's thoughts on Strictly...

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, the boys receive an unexpected delivery… a box of sex toys. But the real question is: will Pete actually dare to test out a sex swing?Fro...

146: Sam and Pete’s Disasters Meeting Exes’ Parents

21 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We’d just come off the back of the O2 (well… technically, we recorded this before it happened), so by the time you’re listening it either went d...

Sam CONFRONTS his nemesis!

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

We kick start this week’s episode with a curveball for Sam as one of his so-called enemies dials in live on the pod. Sean from Hinge, the guy who on...

145: Sam and Pete in a love triangle?!

14 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys hosted the NTAs red carpet this week - but Sam wasn't twinning with Pete as planned?! Daytime TV Sam also made his return and Pete had some s...

Sam and Pete tear the team apart

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Pete’s making bold predictions on the GBU scorecard given their upcoming first game of the season, Sam’s in bits after the&nb...

144: THE Holiday Debrief!

07 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back from holidaaay! Expect a full Marbs & Ibiza debrief: Sam spent 90% of the trip topless, returning not so much bronzed god but ac...

Sam has a new nemesis

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam is officially a conversation starter after Hinge user Sean names him as his most irrational fear. The Hinge chat continues as...

143: Sam is feeling BROODY...

31 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are heading off on holiday, but with very different agendas. Sam is in full “Uncle Sam” mode, third wheeling his sister’s trip with bab...

Sam gets a lesson in s*x education

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pete’s less than thrilled about our new sponsored football team Great Barr United… but can we drag him to Birmingham to watch them play anyways?&n...

142: Was Sam Caught in the Act?

24 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam’s in his wholesome era and we’re unpacking his perfect Saturday… which looks nothing like Pete’s. Meanwhile, Pippa’s outed for...

Pete is shaving his beard!

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pete & Sam’s ages are revealed (yes, Pete actually exists!), Pete’s beard is on the chopping block, and the SR girls are officially influencer...

141: Pete ROASTS Sam’s new Hinge dating profile

17 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam’s made his HITS Radio Breakfast debut and casually revealed that he’s joined Hinge. Naturally, Pete had to give a brutally honest review of hi...

Does Sam Exist...?

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does Sam even exist? This week, we flip it and put Sam to the test on DIY, MegaBus, and budget flights - which somehow leads Pete to bring up a s...

140: Hard Launches and Dating Age Gaps

10 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam spent his birthday on set for Aftersun and yes…he did meet Helena. He’s also in full boss mode right now: is a four-day work week on the cards...

Lie detector EXPOSES Sam and Pete

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam’s birthday wish comes true as we hook Sam and Pete up to a lie detector for some juicy confessions!From Pete’s secret love life to savage...

139: Sam's Birthday SURPRISE!

03 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s Sam’s birthdayyyyy! 🥳Naturally, we’ve gone FULL SR CHAOS. The set is decked out, there’s a homemade (questionable) cake, and myst...

The One Time Sam and Pete fell out...

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Does Pete Exist? We’re still not sure… however we do think it’s time for another adventure. Aldi run? Lime bike? We weigh up the options fo...

138: We surprise Pete with PUPPIES!

27 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam’s gone for a niche tattoo, Pete’s braved the tube (again), and we’ve got a BIG surprise in store for him... involving his absolute favourite...

Love Islander's saucy tweet to Sam...

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Pete’s feet are back in the spotlight as he whips out the bare toes once again but this time, we come prepared with official foot ratings for b...

137: Pete’s packing for the Love Island Hideaway?!

20 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, it’s glow-ups galore as Sam treats some of the team to a little pampering (no prizes for guessing who got left out). Meanwhile,...

Pete's secret talent is revealed

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sam and Pete have officially reached peak relevancy - they’ve been announced for hosting both the NTAs and Pride of Britain red ...

136: Sam admits to getting botox...AGAIN!!

13 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Sam hit up Wimbledon – but bottled it when he had the chance to chat with Jessica Alba. Meanwhile, Pete became an award winner…&nb...

Sam said WHAT to the King...?

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Burger King vs King Charles!! Sam spills all on his awkward royal encounter - from the King's soft yet massive hands to bumping into Ge...

135: James Buckley on the Inbetweeners

06 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by the one and only - James Buckley!We hear about the first time James ever showed his kids the Inbetweeners, his thoughts on ...

Pete gets ROASTED for his jelly shoes

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Still buzzing from their TRIC win, the boys are flying high - until the listener emails bring them back down to earth.There’s more Olive and Rose dr...

134: AWARD WINNERS BABY

29 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The day finally arrived... Staying Relevant won a TRIC award baby!This week the boys debrief about their big win and their usual award winning antics....

Louise Thompson spills all on MIC

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's bonus episode Louise Thompson joins Sam for a chaotic bonus episode - from shocking first dates to that wild moment she tackled a DJ in...

133: Louise Thompson gives us the goss on Sam!

22 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by Sam's sister, the wonderful Louise Thompson!Louise is here to give us all the goss on Sam... we hear about what he was like...

Sam's first date fail...

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 compl...

132: Sam's back in town and Pete's going on Love Island?

15 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 th...

Sam and Pete meet their daughters

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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? P...

131: Sam Thompson is THE GUY!

08 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 c...

Sam's running and Pete's proposing!

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

130: Good Luck Sam!

01 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 bal...

Pete is introduced to Jelly Cats

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's bonus episode Sam and Pete tackle the ultimate Shag, Marry, Kill (featuring Theodore, Inspector Gadget, and Darth Vader), and...

129: Pete becomes a dad!

25 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 le...

Pete's going to a festival

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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...

128: Sam's on Loose Men and Pete has a date ice-breaker

18 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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, an...

We're writing a book!

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s bonus episode, we uncover a major announcement — Staying Relevant is writing a book! Could another Sunday Times Bestselle...

127: Sam made the papers!

11 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 o...

Sam and Pete are going on a double date!

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 d...