Best Bbc Apprentice Podcasts (2025)

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Gossip, Trust & the Hidden Rules of Human Connection 1:24:25

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The Truth About Your Relationships with Professor Robin Dunbar The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where science meets unapologetic truth. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Professor Robin Dunbar—world-renowned evolutionary psychologist from the University of Oxford and the mind behind the famous Dunbar’s Number. Toget…

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The Mindset That Turns Trauma Into Power 34:26

24h ago34:26

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Surviving War, Outsmarting Big Tech & Reinventing Health Tech The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where stories of resilience collide with unapologetic truth. In this episode, Aleksandra dives into Mohammed Al-Ubaidi’s extraordinary journey—from growing up in war-torn Yemen to challenging billion-dollar tech giants. Think Joe R…

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Pick'n'Mix Special - Genius Game, The Apprentice, The Traitors NZ, Fortune Hotel, and more! (with special guest Ken Cheng) 48:29

4d ago48:29

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This week, the boys are back for a slightly special episode as they go over the "everything else" in reality TV. Together, they discuss all of the shows they haven't quite got around to debriefing on the podcast - including Genius Game (ITV), which they finally finish debriefing with special guest Ken Cheng, as well as The Apprentice, The Traitors …

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Addiction, Recovery & Building a Purpose-Driven Life 56:12

2h ago56:12

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Addiction, Recovery & Building a Purpose-Driven Life The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where resilience, ambition, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Jane Couper, who opens up about nearly losing everything to addiction and depression—before rebuilding her life and going on to lead not …

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Power, Trust & the Fear of Losing Control 1:11:06

14d ago1:11:06

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Addicted to Control: Surveillance, Power & Paranoia The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where resilience, ambition, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Mike LaCorte, one of the world’s most sought-after private investigators, to explore the hidden world of surveillance addiction. From bill…

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Destination X (BBC One) (episodes 5-10) - confusing clues, a bus on a barge, and is it time to impound the X Bus? 38:14

13d ago38:14

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This week, the boys finish what they started as they conclude their review of BBC One's adventurous game, Destination X. They discuss the joys of the X Bus, consider which of the clues or contestants were more confused, and discuss the heroes of this series. Follow us on social media for more exclusive content! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac…

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Superheroes Movies: Superman & The Fantastic Four 50:03

1M ago50:03

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Episode 114: Superheroes Movies: Superman & The Fantastic Four: First Steps Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. We’re talking the summer blockbusters, Superman and The Fantastic Four: First Steps. It’s a bit of a stretch for us. So, grab whatever Supergirl is drinking. This is the SciFi Pubcast. On this epis…

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Destination X (BBC One) (episodes 1-4) - Geoguessr for newbies, spicy strategies, and Jacquie P 39:54

28d ago39:54

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Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan are so back - and this summer, they've got a lot to say about BBC One's brand new adventure gameshow, Destination X. Together, they discuss clogs and castagnettes, they spare a thought for the burrito bus and the bus bogs, and they pay homage to Destination X legend Jacquie P on the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don…

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Doctor Who (Disney+/BBC)! 49:10

3M ago49:10

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Episode 113: Doctor Who (Disney+/BBC)! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. We’re talking Doctor Who and the latest season. Spoilers. We have thoughts. So, grab a cocktail of your choice, quickly before you run out of time. This is the SciFi Pubcast. On this episode: Keri, Derek and Joel. Episode recorded on …

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The Genius Game (ITV) (part 1) - David Tennant's Zoom licence, complicated rules, and zombies 37:04

4M ago37:04

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Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan return to look at episodes 1 and 2 on ITV's brand new social deduction gameshow, The Genius Game. They leave no stones unturned as they identify strategies for zombies and whatever was going on in that first episode, and they discuss David Tennant's remote work schedule on the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don't hav…

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The Courage to Walk Away and Start Again 35:16

4M ago35:16

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Walking Away, Taking Back Control & Redefining Success The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where resilience, ambition, and unapologetic truth collide. In this special episode, Aleksandra herself shares the untold story behind her headline-making decision to walk out of The Apprentice. What began as a light-hearted application b…

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Star Wars Celebration Japan & Andor! 57:24

4M ago57:24

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Episode 112: Star Wars Celebration Japan & Andor! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. Kon'nichiwa! In this episode, Joel talks about his recent trip to Japan and Star Wars Celebration, and then we talk Andor! So, break out the Japanese whisky. Spoilers are found in the Andor discussion part. This is the SciF…

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Resilience and Authenticity in the Face of Pressure 41:02

5M ago41:02

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Resilience, Reality TV & the Power of Authenticity The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is the antidote to surface-level reality TV. Aleksandra pulls apart the stories behind the headlines, exposing the raw truths of confidence, resilience, and identity. In this episode, she sits down with Shahin Hassan—a hardworking engineer, prop…

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Turning Trauma into Strength 39:37

5M ago39:37

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The Apprentice, Addiction & Resilience Against All Odds The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where ambition, struggle, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Ian Stringer—best known for his time on The Apprentice and his broadcasting career—for one of the rawest and most human conversations ye…

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Confidence, Tattoos & the Art of Being Unapologetic 53:14

5M ago53:14

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Standing Out, Sparring with Lord Sugar & Building Business the Unapologetic Way The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King isn’t about playing it safe—it’s about raw individuality and fearless ambition. Aleksandra takes conversations further than The Apprentice ever could, unpacking what it really means to stand out in business, build co…

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Inside the Savage Reality of The Apprentice 44:04

5M ago44:04

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Apprentice Rivalries, Katie Hopkins & Life After the Boardroom The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King goes where reality TV edits won’t. Aleksandra exposes the raw truths of resilience, rivalry, and ambition—pulling back the curtain on what it really takes to survive high-stakes environments. In this episode, she sits down with Adam …

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Droids in Star Wars! 42:26

6M ago42:26

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Episode 111: Droids in Star Wars! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. Beep boop. We’re talking droids in Star Wars. It bytes. And we’re quite robotic. So, grab an oil-infused cocktail of your choice. This is the SciFi Pubcast. On this episode: Keri, Derek and Joel. Episode recorded on March 30, 2025. It was …

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What Surviving Wildlife Teaches You About Business 38:09

6M ago38:09

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The Jungle vs. The Boardroom The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King swaps the safety of corporate spin for survival-level honesty. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Joe Phillips—the self-described “James Bond of the Jungle”—to compare facing down a charging buffalo with facing Lord Sugar in the boardroom. From wildlife scare…

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What War Taught Me About Business 40:21

6M ago40:21

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From Soldier to CEO: A Wild Journey The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where resilience meets unapologetic truth. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with a former soldier, security specialist, and Apprentice candidate who swapped military missions for entrepreneurship. From having tea with the Taliban to surviving near-deat…

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Breaking Barriers in Business & Life 31:35

7M ago31:35

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The Apprentice, Business & Breaking Barriers Welcome to Beyond the Boardroom—the unapologetic podcast where Aleksandra asks the questions others avoid. If you’re searching for podcasts about confidence, resilience, entrepreneurship, business with purpose, or unapologetic truth, this is where real conversations live. Think Joe Rogan, Call Her Daddy,…

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The Traitors US (series 3, episodes 9-11) - with special guest Fergus! 53:00

6M ago53:00

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Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan are back one last time to debrief episodes 9, 10, and 11 on series 3 of The Traitors US and, this week, they're not alone - as they are joined by John Ritchie to tell all about his experience as Fergus, to share his views on the series, and to take part in another instalment of low-cost award ceremony "The Jaggies" in the podc…

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The Traitors US (series 3, episodes 6-8) - the girls are fighting, Chekhov's gun, and a game of "guess who" 40:45

7M ago40:45

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This week, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan return to debrief episodes 6, 7, and 8 on series 3 of The Traitors US. From murders in plain sight to botched recruitments, from Chekhov's gun to Rob's robbery, and with a fun little game of "guess who?", they leave no stones unturned in the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don't have to! Subscribe to our Yo…

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The Traitors US (series 3, episodes 1-5) - Zac Efron's brother, Sideshow Bob, and Bolton Rob 42:32

7M ago42:32

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It's time to cross the pond to see if Americans really do do it better - Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan review the first half of series 3 on The Traitors US. With Sideshow Bob, Bolton Rob, drag queens and biggest losers, nobody is spared in the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don't have to! Subscribe to our YouTube for the full video of the podcast…

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Why Getting Rejected Can Be the Best Thing to Happen to You 40:55

7M ago40:55

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From The Apprentice to Building a Business Empire The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where setbacks turn into unapologetic comebacks. In this episode, Aleksandra talks with Michelle Niziol, who was fired in week one of The Apprentice—but refused to let that define her. Today, she runs a multi-million-pound business empire acro…

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The Traitors UK (episodes 10-12 + series 3 review) - seers, sper ber yur yur yurs, and the 1st IJAG Awards Ceremony! 47:55

7M ago47:55

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They've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt - and this week, they're back on the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don't have to to discuss the final week of series 3 on The Traitors UK as well as their thoughts on the third series as a whole. They go over it all, from the seer twist to Charlotte's mad moves - and they gift their firs…

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Star Trek: Section 31 (Paramount+, 2025)! 50:25

8M ago50:25

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Episode 110: Star Trek: Section 31 (Paramount+, 2025)! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. We are alive and talking about the streaming film, Star Trek: Section 31, released on Paramount+. And we have feelings. So, grab one of those cool looking cocktails. This is the SciFi Pubcast. On this episode: Keri, De…

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The Traitors UK (series 3, episodes 7-9) - challenge cock-ups, questionable recruitments, and a lesson in diplomacy 41:30

8M ago41:30

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This week, on the only Traitors podcast by the people who've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt, Wilf, Ivan and Rayan consider the third and penultimate week of episodes on The Traitors UK. From questionable recruitments to detrimental faithfuls, from a groovy chick to a mystery seer, and with a lesson in diplomacy and challenge cock-ups, t…

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The Price of Staying True to Your Values 33:13

8M ago33:13

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From The Apprentice to Leadership & Integrity The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where ambition, ethics, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Gene Folkes—former U.S. Army serviceman, corporate leader, and Apprentice contestant who stood his ground against Donald Trump in the boardroom. Gen…

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The Traitors UK (series 3, episodes 4-6) - the traitors' mistake, the clique, and more mad moves 42:00

8M ago42:00

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Wilf, Ivan and Rayan are back with a lot to discuss on an eventful second week in Claudia Winkleman's Scottish castle. This week, they consider the reaction to the clique, some mad faithful moves, Linda's Oscar-winning performances, and they revisit their early predictions on the only Traitors podcast by the people who've been there, done that, and…

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The Traitors UK (series 3, episodes 2-3) - new rules, rail replacement buses, and Gary Barlow's son 36:36

8M ago36:36

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In this episode, Wilf, Ivan, and Rayan finalise their review of episodes 1 to 3 of The Traitors UK's third series - in the Traitors podcast by the people who've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. From new rules to tricky challenges, from mad traitors' moves to tricky faithfuls' positions, and with discussions on Gary Barlow's son and rail …

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The Traitors UK (series 3, episode 1) - new traitors, first impressions, and a lot of Welsh! 28:08

9M ago28:08

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Happy new year - and to celebrate the new year, we are back with our takes on the show where it all started - The Traitors UK - in the first podcast by the people who've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt. In this first preview episode, we go over our first impressions, our early predictions for the final, and this year's Welsh and not-so-W…

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What Really Happens After Winning The Apprentice? 47:57

9M ago47:57

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Life After Winning: Lord Sugar, Business Success & a £10M Exit The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where ambition meets unapologetic truth. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Mark Wright—winner of The Apprentice 2014 and founder of a multi-million-pound digital marketing empire. From partnering with Lord Sugar to surviv…

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How Ambition Transforms Struggle into Success 27:50

9M ago27:50

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From Adversity to Multi-Million Success The Beyond the Boardroom Podcast with Aleksandra King is where resilience, ambition, and unapologetic truth collide. In this episode, Aleksandra sits down with Mark Wright, who went from sleeping on a mattress with nothing to selling his business for millions. Mark shares the highs, lows, and bold decisions t…

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In One Portal and Out the Other – "The Woman Who Lived" & "The Horns of Nimon" 56:43

10M ago56:43

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OK, invasion force! Everyone through the portal! No pushing! Let's be orderly while we invade. And please: get on your lion and/or bison masks! Let's look sharp coming through this portal!By Porter Mason

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I'm Just a Girl in the World – "The Girl Who Died" & "Marco Polo" 53:56

11M ago53:56

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These Doctor Who stories are passing the Bechdel test left and right! Two tales that center around young girls with big imaginations.By Porter Mason

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Water You Thinking? – "Under the Lake/Before the Flood" & "The Underwater Menace" 1:00:28

11M ago1:00:28

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We take the podcast down where it's hotter, under the water. Forget your troubles. Life is the bubbles. Under the sea.By Porter Mason

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The Traitors NZ (series 1, episodes 6-10) - parting gifts, wasted shields, and budget missions 39:32

11M ago39:32

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In this episode, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan return to continue their review of episodes 6 to 10 in the first series of The Traitors NZ. From parting gifts to wasted shields, from budget missions to questionable hosting decisions, and with a little game of "bang to rights, trash traitor, and lucky guess", no stones are left unturned in the podcast where …

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The Traitors NZ (series 1, episodes 1-5) - too many men, risky moves, and a very demure murderBNB. 33:46

12M ago33:46

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Kia Ora! This week, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan discuss episodes 1 to 5 of the first series of The Traitors NZ. From risky traitors' moves to too many men, from the very demure AirBNB to the Willy Wonkaesque host, and from risky missions to bad pool, there is so much to discuss on the podcast where we watch reality TV so you don't have to! Hosted on Acas…

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You Gotta Exterminate the Positive – "The Magician's Apprentice/The Witch's Familiar" & "The Daleks" 1:28:46

12M ago1:28:46

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Davros and the Doctor: the original odd couple! Oh, when will these two crazy kids realize that they're not enemies? They're in LOVE, God damn it! Sweet, beautiful love! Also, the first ever Dalek story.By Porter Mason

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Special Episode - Walking from London to Liverpool, mental health, and Ivan’s flatulence problem (in support of CALM) 37:31

1y ago37:31

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In this special episode, Rayan, Wilf and Ivan take a break from watching reality TV as Rayan joins Wilf and Ivan at the middle point of their incredible "walk & talk" from London to Liverpool in support of CALM (Campaign Against Living Miserably). Together, they discuss mental health struggles, their journey so far, and Ivan's intestinal problems. …

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Star Wars: The Acolyte (Disney+, 2024-)! 47:46

1y ago47:46

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Episode 109: Star Wars: The Acolyte (Disney+, 2024)! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. School is out for Season 1 of Star Wars: The Acolyte. The pub discusses the series – the good, the bad, and that cute looking rodent dude. And Derek didn’t die. That’s good. So, partake in the spiked punch if you are inc…

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The Mole S2 (Part 1) - accounting concerns, hand-holding crimes, and who is the mole? 36:09

1y ago36:09

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In this episode, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan leave no stones unturned in their review of Netflix's The Mole's second series. From accounting concerns to an urgent need for the sloppy kiss police, from missing batteries to our guesses on the identity of the mole, and from Malaysian food markets to concerning heists, nothing escapes the watchful eye of our…

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The Traitors US S2 (Part 2) - a traitor’s fall from heights, Fergus returns, and the worst traitor move ever? 41:19

1y ago41:19

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In this episode, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan conclude their two-part review of the second series of The Traitors US. From the fall of our favourite traitor to recruitment failures, from the Bravo idiocracy to the worst traitor's move ever, and from Fergus's welcome return to a faithful’s shock exit, they leave no stone unturned in this week's episode of …

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The Traitors US S2 (Part 1) - Parvati vs. Peter, ordeeeer, and no "bravos" for the housewives! 41:26

1y ago41:26

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Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan celebrate the return of The Traitors US to BBC iPlayer with a two-part review of the happenings of their favourite Scottish castle by the people who've been there, done that, and got the t-shirt! This week, they look at the Parvati vs. Peter feud and Dan's downfall; ordeeeer around the roundtable and an alliance that won't get…

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The Fortune Hotel (Part 2) - epic swaps, shared breakfasts, and broken alliances 36:13

1+ y ago36:13

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Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan are back to discuss the second and final week of The Fortune Hotel (ITV1). From epic strategies to not-so-epic strokes of luck, from Will and Jo-Ann's last swap to Sam and Aysha's surprise gameplay, and from shared croissants at breakfast to broken alliances at dinner, no stone is left unturned by Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan on the …

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The Fortune Hotel (Part 1) - poisoned chalices, room service, and is it a Traitors dupe? 33:08

1+ y ago33:08

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This week, Rayan, Wilf, and Ivan return to the podcast to debate ITV1's brand new series of The Fortune Hotel. Together, they debate whether the show's casting has hit the mark and whether the show is a copycat of The Traitors; they discuss Claire and Daniel's luck and Jae and Cherish's daring move; and they laugh about Stephen Mangan's room servic…

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Star Trek: Discovery (Paramount+, Season 5)! 52:47

1+ y ago52:47

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Episode 108: Star Trek: Discovery (Paramount+, Season 5)! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. We’re halfway through Star Trek: Discovery, Season 5, and we have thoughts. The pub has issued its own red directive. Black alert: there will be spoilers. So, grab a glass of whatever the progenitors drink. This is …

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Derek Beebe, The Secret Apprentice (Novel, 2024)! 54:31

1+ y ago54:31

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Episode 107: Derek Beebe, The Secret Apprentice (Novel, 2024)! Welcome to the SciFi Pubcast! Come for a drink but stay for the speculation. We’re talking with own Derek Beebe, about his new novel, The Secret Apprentice. The pub is very proud of him. So, grab a glass of champagne and let’s celebrate Derek’s work, outside of the kitchen that is. This…

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The Who That Dreams are Made Of – "Last Christmas" & "Kinda" 1:11:32

1+ y ago1:11:32

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We consider whether this entire podcast is real, or just a vision in John's little snowglobe. Meanwhile, the Twelfth and Fifth Doctor do battle across the dreamscape, in a pair of the best stories we've ever watched in one episode!By Porter Mason

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Just a Hopeless Ro-bo-mantic – "Dark Water/Death in Heaven" & "The Invasion" 1:08:33

1+ y ago1:08:33

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Danny Pink: we hardly knew ye. Seriously. We didn't really ever get a chance to know you. But now you're gone! And you do go out with a bang. Plus, we finally see who the hell this Missy character is. Also: a half-great story from years past with all the trappings that Porter loves.By Porter Mason