Love Island 2021: NationalWorld’s ‘Sunburnt’ video series discusses relatable relationships and empowering women

NationalWorld’s TV and Culture reporters Iain Leggat and Chelsea Rocks are back for the second episode of Love Island video series, Sunburnt.

The eight-episode video series and podcast delves into some key issues related to the show - such as diversity, mental health and sexual taboos - and debates whether season seven has what it takes to win us over again.

Episode two, ‘Coupling up - do viewers want reality or entertainment?’ explores Love Island’s problematic representation of gender roles, its coy stance on sex, and whether viewers find the contestants relatable - or if we just want to be entertained.

Listen as we work through what the winning formula for a hit dating show is, and whether Love Island is still the nation’s bae.

You can also share your thoughts and engage with NationalWorld’s presenters on Twitter, @Iain_Leggat and @ChelseaRocks__