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The Secret World of Slimming Clubs

This is not a diet podcast.This is the only podcast that is honest about the struggles of trying to get to target weight.Let serial dieters Katy, Jo and Victoria take you behind closed doors in the village halls and church rooms where they've spent so many of their evenings.Learn the slimming club commandments, take notes of the excuse of the week and find out who is crowned slimmer of the week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tracks

209: 3Mad is Bad
It’s the final results of our two week snack free challenge! We’ve all been doing Producer Paul’s diet, #3mad, where you just eat three meals and don’t snack. Although we did have a podcast night out where we were very badly behaved, so we’ve got to deal with the consequences of that too!   If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:53 21/09/2023
Fun Size Episode 18
Seeing all those first day of school photos on our socials has got us reminiscing about school dinners over the years. And if you’re doing 10,000 steps a day, meet a man who is putting your pace to shame. Plus Lorraine tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:03 19/09/2023
208: Snack (free) Attack
It’s a snack-free special! We’re now a week into Producer Paul’s diet where we just eat three meals and don’t snack at all - AKA #3mad - and passions are running high. We allow Producer Paul in front of a microphone so he can answer your gripes about his stupid diet. If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
38:20 14/09/2023
Fun Size Episode 17
We’re all on Producer Paul’s stupid diet (Just Eat 3 Meals/#3mad) where we aren’t allowed to snack, so we look into ways we can avoid snacking for another week. And we’re planning ahead by looking at some of the Christmas food that’s already in the supermarkets, that you can freeze (but probably won’t). Plus Jade tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:55 12/09/2023
207: Farewell to Snacks
It’s time to get back on track! We are about to embark on a two week experiment where we all do the same diet. Find out the details of our latest adventure! Plus how many chicken skewers has Jo eaten in the past week? Why is Victoria fantasising about the end of breastfeeding? Has Katy been drinking wine out of a Pyrex jug? If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:59 07/09/2023
Fun Size Episode 16
We’re always talking about our love of snacking, well it turns out that Gen Z-ers are the super-snacking generation. We delve into their eating habits. And we take a look at the kind of pizza toppings people are enjoying around the world.  Plus Zoe tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:26 05/09/2023
206: Skinny for Scarborough
We’re back after a week off! Has Katy had a gain after a week on the booze in Scarborough? Why is Jo going against the rules of Slimming World? Can Victoria avoid a gain after eating cake every day for a week? Plus we have ideas about how we can all (that means you too) get our diets back on track after the summer holidays.If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:22 31/08/2023
Fun Size Episode 15
It’s not your fault that you’re not at target weight, it’s your kitchens! We tell you how to rearrange your kitchen so that you will definitely (not definitely) lose weight! And we look at which exercise burns the most calories. Plus Cat tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:21 22/08/2023
205: Dust off the Fitbit
What is Victoria just saying no to? Why is Katy living life like she’s in her 20s? Can Jo lose weight when going to a different group?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33:38 17/08/2023
Fun Size Episode 14
We have a series of ‘scientific’ hacks that will (might) help you lose weight that doesn’t involve you eating less or exercising! And we test a fizzy drink that could help our diet!Plus Karly tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13:42 15/08/2023
204: You Look Well
Is it a compliment if someone tells you that you look well? We have more evidence that a whoosh really is a thing (see this week’s Fun Size episode for more details). We’ve heard that some skinny people stop eating when they’re full! Even if they have food left on their plate!?    And we have some incredible stories of the places where slimming groups are held - hi Hungry Horse!If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:13 10/08/2023
Fun Size Episode 13
We have possibly the most important diet story we’ve ever featured - because it proves us right and Producer Paul wrong! What a time to be alive! And we have hard evidence why it’s not your fault that you’re not yet at target weight.Plus Ruth tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:53 08/08/2023
203: Toby Carvery Group
So it turns out Katy might not have to go gluten free after all! Why is Jo unsure whether she’s lost weight this week or not? Victoria has made a decision about her mini weight loss targets. Plus we are chatting about the strangest places your slimming clubs are held!If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:53 03/08/2023
Fun Size Episode 12
Our war on bananas continues and we have recruited another diet guru who is telling us they’re not good for losing weight! And we’ve got together a list of healthy snacks, recommended by dieticians, that could replace your mint Magnum! Plus Liz tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:40 01/08/2023
202: Gluten Free Biscuits
How has Katy got on in her first week going gluten free? Why is Victoria totally justified to order a takeaway? What does Jo’s mum have for lunch that is confusing everyone?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:22 27/07/2023
Fun Size Episode 11
If you’re flying off on your holiday this summer, we’ve done the hard work for you and checked what you can try in McDonald’s around the world! And find out what the hottest gadget is in the kitchen for 2023 - you’ve probably already got one! Plus Mandy tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
14:13 25/07/2023
201: Why We Shouldn’t Diet
Katy has a huge revelation that could affect her diet forever! Why is Jo playing Freezer Roulette? Has Victoria broken some kind of record for eating choc-ices? Plus find out why Producer Paul thinks this is the best podcast we’ve ever done.If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:55 20/07/2023
Fun Size Episode 10
We’ve been talking a lot about cottage cheese recently and it turns out we’re totally on trend as the cottage cheese and mustard diet is becoming quite a thing. And we check in on the results of the world famous hot dog eating contest held in New York each year.Plus Kirsty tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10:39 18/07/2023
200: New Starter Talk
It’s our 200th episode! If you’re new to the podcast then start here! We’ll look back on the last four years, explain some of the terminology we’ve picked up along the way, answer your questions and put together the 10 Commandments of The Secret World of Slimming Clubs.If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
47:48 13/07/2023
Fun Size Episode 9
Hold your diet! Jo thinks she’s found a way for you to hit target weight by using acupuncture! And eating 5 portions of fruit and vegetables a day is old news. We let you know what you should be eating!Plus Paula tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10:58 11/07/2023
199: Syn Free Ice Cream
Can you still lose weight when going shopping without a list? Has Jo found a way to make syn free ice cream? Why does Katy think her diet will get back on track with the help of a corset?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:48 06/07/2023
Fun Size Episode 8
Generation Z have discovered one food that most of us left well in the past. Find out what that is. And there’s great news for you if you’re bad at dieting everyday. Plus Kate tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:35 04/07/2023
198: Magnum Diet
Victoria is back from a week away with no calorie counting. Can she avoid a weight gain? Has Jo sweated herself into a weight loss? Why is Katy’s mum the key to her hitting target weight?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
36:32 29/06/2023
Fun Size Episode 7
The good news is that we can tell you the diet to live a long, healthy life. The bad news is it involves drinking matcha tea! And we hear about some of the wacky diets that skinny celebrities are doing.Plus Kelly tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
13:44 27/06/2023
197: Double Fish and Chips
Can you get salad at a festival? Can Jo still lose weight if she has fish and chips twice in a week? Why is Katy responsible for empty wine shelves in the supermarkets?Plus, find out how many (gluten free) doughnuts Producer Paul ate in one sitting.If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:39 22/06/2023
Fun Size Episode 6
We’re all admiring Love Island host Maya Jama’s body, we discuss what she does, according to her personal trainer. And Victoria runs us through the new foods that are on the shelves this summer. Plus Chloe tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
10:55 20/06/2023
196: Five Course Breakfast
How has Katy got on after a week of cutting out snacking on Producer Paul’s ‘revolutionary’ diet? Are Victoria’s scales telling the truth? Why has Jo been eating a five course breakfast?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:28 15/06/2023
Fun Size Episode 5
It turns out that Dr Michael Mosley - the creator of the Fast 800 - agrees with us about one food that won’t help you lose weight. And we delve back into the world of eating challenges with something a bit more diet friendly. Plus Becks tell us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
12:27 13/06/2023
195: 3 Stone by Christmas
Jo is back! The last time she went on holiday she gained 5.5 pounds. What will the scales say this time? Katy has (another) new diet she’s ready to tell us about. Why is Victoria talking about going running again?If you’d like to mark your weight loss with our exclusive certificates, get Extra Portions of this podcast and win CASH PRIZES go to https://www.patreon.com/secretslimpod or find us on the Patreon app. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:08 08/06/2023
Fun Size Episode 4
We don’t know much about getting to target weight, so we turn to AI to find out the best diet for weight loss. Then we take a peek into the world of eating challenges. Plus Anita tells us about the Slimming Angel and Slimming Devil in her. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
11:46 05/06/2023