Breadcrumbs # Can You Ever Really Admit This To A Friend? This week on the SLMan Podcast, we’re joined by self-taught cook and content creator James Holdsworth for a conversation spanning food, style, travel and men’s health. James talks about teaching himself east Asian cooking, his go-to summer BBQ recipes and why simple, seasonal ingredients always win. The team also share their latest fashion picks – from shoes and shirts to sunglasses – plus, the new Jo Malone London fragrance everyone’s talking about. Elsewhere, we get into the week’s biggest topics: ‘The Odyssey’, international sport returning to the UK, travel plans, fatherhood and the unexpected world of baby modelling. We also have an honest chat about men’s health, why regular check-ups matter and breaking the stigma around asking for help. Finally, we tackle your dilemmas – from wedding guest etiquette to friendship boundaries and style advice. Expect laughs, honest takes, and the usual laidback SLMan energy. [ Save To My Favourites ](/user/login?destination=/markdownify/node/53500) All products on this page have been selected by our editorial team, however we may make commission on some products. Remote video URL ## PANEL [HARVEY JAMES](https://www.instagram.com/harvjam/) [Straight Leg Denim Jeans, £120 | Percival](https://www.percivalclo.com/products/straight-leg-denim-jeans-cotton-raw?) [The Varenna Vintage Tie, £195 | Rampley & Co](https://www.rampleyandco.com/products/the-varenna) [Colourful Socks, £3.90 | Uniqlo](https://www.uniqlo.com/uk/en/products/E482605-000/00?colorDisplayCode=38&sizeDisplayCode=025&utm_source=shopmy) [Maltby Moccasin Loafers, From £245 | Russell & Bromley](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=53096&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.next.co.uk%2Fstyle%2Fsv091611%2Fg33365) [Ring 5 Health & Fitness Tracker Smart Ring, £399 | Oura](https://john-lewis-and-partners.pxf.io/6k7dGm) [JAMES HOLDSWORTH](https://www.instagram.com/james__holdsworth/) [Theo Cotton Short Sleeve Tee, £65 | Toast](https://www.toa.st/products/theo-cotton-short-sleeve-tee-chalk) [578 Baggy Jeans, £48.99 | Levi's](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=105845&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.otrium.co.uk%2Fproduct%2F578-baggy-sandy-stonewash) [TUNDE OGUNSINA](https://www.instagram.com/tundeogun/) [Pure Supima® Cotton Performance Crew Neck T-shirt, £20 | Autograph](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1402&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marksandspencer.com%2Fslim-fit-premium-cotton-t-shirt%2Fp%2Fclp60535453%3Fcolor%3DWHITE) [Pure Extra Fine Merino Wool Crew Neck Jumper, £40 | Autograph](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=1402&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.marksandspencer.com%2Fpure-extra-fine-merino-wool-jumper%2Fp%2Fclp60744504%3Fcolor%3DSABLE) [Baggy Jeans, £44.99 (were £92) | Abercrombie & Fitch ](https://imp.i254217.net/MKj7k3) [Meta Scriber Optic Glasses, £429 | Ray-Ban](https://www.ray-ban.com/uk/electronics/RW7002ray-ban%20meta%20scriber%20optics%20-%20gen%202-black/8056262945315) [Italian Suede Ruched Loafers, £149 | Moss](https://www.moss.co.uk/portuguese-tobacco-rouched-loafers-967103981) ## THINGS WE LOVE *Visit* [F45TRAINING.COM](https://f45training.com/) *Visit* [AYA-RESORT.COM](https://aya-resort.com/) ## FASHION FINDS [Palazzo Intrecciato Leather Mules, £860 | Bottega Veneta](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=35663&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mytheresa.com%2Fgb%2Fen%2Fmen%2Fbottega-veneta-palazzo-intrecciato-leather-mules-black-p01191186) [Spencer M Small Weave Suede Mules, £95.40 (were £159) | Nokwol](https://nokwol.com/products/spencer-m-black-small-weave-suede) [Chamula Polanco Woven Leather Mules, £195 | Yuketen](https://MrPorter.prf.hn/click/camref:1100l4JRj/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.mrporter.com%2Fen-gb%2Fmens%2Fproduct%2Fyuketen%2Fshoes%2Fsummer-shoes%2Fplus-chamula-polanco-woven-leather-mules%2F46376663162979644) [Theodore Sunglasses, £160 | Finlay](https://www.finlayandco.com/products/theodore-silver-with-blue-lenses) [Greeting Shirt, £310 | Story Mfg. x END.](https://www.endclothing.com/gb/story-mfg-presented-by-end-greeting-shirt-spf26shgrecoteca.html) [Carrot Blossom Cologne, £59 | Jo Malone London ](https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=etT1jgERWYw&mid=42168&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jomalone.co.uk%2Fproduct%2F25946%2F139637%2Fcolognes%2Fcarrot-blossom-cologne) [QSL Trucker Cap, Available 9th August | Buetti](https://www.instagram.com/p/DbEKafViF65/) [Prebiotic Mineral Toothpaste, £9.99 (was £14.99) | Superteeth](https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=22320&awinaffid=69421&platform=dl&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fhealf.com%2Fen-uk%2Fproducts%2Fsuperteeth-prebiotic-mineral-toothpaste%3Fvariant%3D44102337200367) [ Sign in to comment with your SheerLuxe profile ](/user/login?destination=)Or continue to comment as a Guest below [View the discussion thread.](http://sheerluxe-dev.disqus.com/) *more from* Video [View All Video](/video) ![Protein Is Overrated, Biohacking & The Biggest Health Myths Busted With Gary Brecka](https://media.sheerluxe.com/mpGBTPID9llI1YfFHDSWOXxNEGs=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait-5.jpg) [Video](/video) / 01 July 2026 [## Protein Is Overrated, Biohacking & The Biggest Health Myths Busted With Gary Brecka ](/video/protein-is-overrated-biohacking-the-biggest-health-myths-busted-with-gary-brecka) ![ Roger Federer, Centre Court & The Untold Stories Of The ATP Tour](https://media.sheerluxe.com/RMjwnLmKjw2F9O59j2K9g584BVY=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fsl-man-podcast-240626-tim-henman-portrait.jpg) [Video](/video) / 24 June 2026 [## Roger Federer, Centre Court & The Untold Stories Of The ATP Tour ](/video/roger-federer-centre-court-the-untold-stories-of-the-atp-tour) ![Investing In Art, Ceramics & How Do You Discover The Next Big Name?](https://media.sheerluxe.com/2CW6S8lRIMVpZWbHI7qF101Wad4=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait_3.jpg) [Video](/video) / 23 June 2026 [## Investing In Art, Ceramics & How Do You Discover The Next Big Name? ](/video/investing-in-art-ceramics-how-do-you-discover-the-next-big-name) ![Fashion Sports Collaborations, Conor McGregor & Are We Over Optimising Life?](https://media.sheerluxe.com/D1XmAHhhSRp4syom2sjzyeJvjTI=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait_0.jpg) [Video](/video) / 11 June 2026 [## Fashion Sports Collaborations, Conor McGregor & Are We Over Optimising Life? ](/video/fashion-sports-collaborations-conor-mcgregor-are-we-over-optimising-life) ![ How Do You Join The 5am Club? Modern Romance Rules & Daily Routines](https://media.sheerluxe.com/_ePLTk9mmDxAwNH6BfL1lP46GNg=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F05%2Fsl-man-podcast-070526-portrait.jpg) [Video](/video) / 07 May 2026 [## How Do You Join The 5am Club? Modern Romance Rules & Daily Routines ](/video/how-do-you-join-the-5am-club-modern-romance-rules-daily-routines) ![A Day With Aimee Connolly, Founder Of Viral Beauty Brand Sculpted By Aimee](https://media.sheerluxe.com/45Xwqt50HR5JzhV-zRgjzkYEb4s=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F05%2Fportrait-1.jpg) [Video](/video) / 05 May 2026 [## A Day With Aimee Connolly, Founder Of Viral Beauty Brand Sculpted By Aimee ](/video/a-day-with-aimee-connolly-founder-of-viral-beauty-brand-sculpted-by-aimee) ![What To Wear To Wimbledon, Surviving The Heatwave & Beauty Must-Haves ](https://media.sheerluxe.com/pCgRCVOMBFcuuozY2jyLhGjMu7o=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F07%2Fportrait_0.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 03 July 2026 [## What To Wear To Wimbledon, Surviving The Heatwave & Beauty Must-Haves ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/what-to-wear-to-wimbledon-surviving-the-heatwave-beauty-must-haves) ![Things We're Loving, Dealing With Opinions & Little Rituals That Make A Difference](https://media.sheerluxe.com/ZLIPs49lxF4khbe5p-7yIXj8Kb0=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait-4_1.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 29 June 2026 [## Things We're Loving, Dealing With Opinions & Little Rituals That Make A Difference ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/things-were-loving-dealing-with-opinions-little-rituals-that-make-a) ![ Style Investments, Who Should Pay On A First Date & Is Clubbing Just For The Young?](https://media.sheerluxe.com/cCEd9DTUgOUtcuoIlReykVD8fEM=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait-4_0.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 19 June 2026 [## Style Investments, Who Should Pay On A First Date & Is Clubbing Just For The Young? ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/style-investments-who-should-pay-on-a-first-date-is-clubbing-just-for-the) ![ How To Age Well, Estée Lauder Secrets & The Confidence That Comes With Age](https://media.sheerluxe.com/MAhn-LOSA3z0YfVa4zZpOc5J-tA=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait_2.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 19 June 2026 [## How To Age Well, Estée Lauder Secrets & The Confidence That Comes With Age ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/how-to-age-well-estee-lauder-secrets-the-confidence-that-comes-with-age) ![Massimo Dutti Accessories, Viral Beauty Buys & The Return Of Madonna](https://media.sheerluxe.com/GZ91d8KWO70eR-TXS9P7YWBdhFg=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait-1_0.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 12 June 2026 [## Massimo Dutti Accessories, Viral Beauty Buys & The Return Of Madonna ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/massimo-dutti-accessories-viral-beauty-buys-the-return-of-madonna) ![ The Cost Of Being A Woman In Summer, Incredible Zara Home Finds & Binge-Worthy TV](https://media.sheerluxe.com/wG3EZwIv-wwndGj8AW7JFzRbOPs=/200x267/smart/https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fsites%2Fsheerluxe%2Ffiles%2Farticles%2F2026%2F06%2Fportrait-4.jpg) [SheerLuxe Podcast](/video/sheerluxe-podcast) / 05 June 2026 [## The Cost Of Being A Woman In Summer, Incredible Zara Home Finds & Binge-Worthy TV ](/video/sheerluxe-podcast/the-cost-of-being-a-woman-in-summer-incredible-zara-home-finds-binge-worthy) Share This Story [Facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?display=popup&redirect_uri=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com&u=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fvideo%2Fsheerluxe-podcast%2Fcan-you-ever-really-admit-this-to-a-friend&t=Can+You+Ever+Really+Admit+This+To+A+Friend%3F) [ Pinterest ](https://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/button/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fsheerluxe.com%2Fvideo%2Fsheerluxe-podcast%2Fcan-you-ever-really-admit-this-to-a-friend&description=Can+You+Ever+Really+Admit+This+To+A+Friend%3F&media=) [ E-mail ]() DISCLAIMER: We endeavour to always credit the correct original source of every image we use. If you think a credit may be incorrect, please contact us at . Fashion. Beauty. Culture. Life. Home Delivered to your inbox, daily [Subscribe](/signup)