Best Cally Beaton Podcasts (2025)

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Re-Write: Mark Billingham from Series One 55:21

39m ago55:21

55:21

As our literary season continues, we bring you this classic episode from the Namaste archive where Cally talks to crime writer Mark Billingham, about writing, fans, zoom life, reviews, crowd-pleasing, Elvis Costello, showing off, personality types, writing, reading, poker, luck vs hard work, midlife crises and John Irving. Find out more about Mark …

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Re-Write: Charlie Higson from Series Six 1:15:33

6d ago1:15:33

1:15:33

In this classic episode from the Namaste Archvie, Cally talks to Charlie Higson about: James Bond, The Fast Show, hustles, university, Paul Whitehouse, Harry Enfield, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, punk, Thatcher, creativity, Dad’s Army, sons, brothers and writing. Instagram: @higsonmonstroso Charlie's books and more Get tickets for Cally’s Tour Order C…

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Beautiful Thing with Kit de Waal 1:03:54

14d ago1:03:54

1:03:54

In this episode, Cally talks to best-selling author Kit de Waal about rejection, getting published, reading, writing, social mobility, religion, racism, self-esteem, identity, adoption, motherhood and relationships. Instagram: @kitdewaal Kit’s books and more Get tickets for Cally’s Tour More about Cally Order Cally's Book Produced by Mike Hanson fo…

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Play It Again: Edith Bowman from Series Six 1:07:34

21d ago1:07:34

1:07:34

In this episode Cally talks to Edith Bowman about films, dreams, imposter syndrome, loneliness, MTV, the moon, manifestations, fame, radio, finding your voice, knock-backs, soundtracks, Clooney, Spielberg, Sorcese and Mariah Carey. Get tickets for Cally’s Tour More about Cally Order Cally's Book Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Mu…

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Fortysomething with Lauren Mishcon and Nicole Goodman 1:00:28

28d ago1:00:28

1:00:28

In this episode, Cally talks to Nicole Goodman and Lauren Mishcon about self-care, womanhood, wellness, dogs, kids, doulas, sex therapists, friendship, confidence and snail snot. Self Care Club podcast 40ish Podcast Instagram: @selfcareclubpod and @40ish.podcast TikTok: @selfcareclubpodcast and @40ish.podcast The book Have You Tried This? Get ticke…

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The Price is Right with Tom Price 1:05:47

1M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

In this episode, Cally talks to actor, presenter and comedian Tom Price about acting, podcasting, therapy, trauma, the Hoffman Process, family, dogs, private school, vulnerability, life and death. Instagram: @thetomprice and @toasterpod My Mate Bought a Toaster podcast Chatabix podcast Adam Buxton podcast Cariad Lloyd’s Griefcast podcast with Tom G…

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Fit Bitch with Victoria Emes 1:13:14

1M ago1:13:14

1:13:14

In this episode, Cally talks to Victoria Emes about parenting, influencing, womanhood, comedy, fitness, social media, algorithms, celebrity, minges, mansplaining, anxiety, sobriety and MTV. Victoria on Instagram: @victoriaemes Victoria on TikTok: @victoriaemes Get your FitBitch Get tickets for Cally’s Tour More about Cally Order Cally's Book Produc…

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Women Aren't Funny: An International Women's Day Special 39:29

2M ago39:29

39:29

In this episode Cally celebrates International Women's Day by busting the myth that 'women aren't funny' by revisiting conversations we've had with some of the funniest, most successful comedians in the UK including Jenny Eclair, Zoe Lyons, Angela Barnes, Sally Phillips, Shazia Mirza, and Kerry Godliman. Listen to Jenny's full episode Listen to Zoe…

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Everyone’s Favourite TikTok Auntie with Ann Russell 1:08:26

2M ago1:08:26

1:08:26

In this episode, Cally talks to author and TikTok sensation Ann Russell about cleaning, cancer, clutter, community, kids, role models, boarding school, trad wives, grandmothers, alcoholism, sustainability, empathy and DIY. Ann on TikTok Ann’s books For more about Cally see her new website and pre-order her book here Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod …

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Postcards from Midlife with Lorraine Candy and Trish Halpin 1:07:06

2M ago1:07:06

1:07:06

In this episode, Cally talks to hosts of hit podcast ‘Postcards from Midlife’ Trish Halpin and Lorraine Candy about: friendship, fashion, midlife, gender, journalism, allyship, glass ceilings, broken rungs, misogyny, social mobility, impostor syndrome, ambition, vulnerability, Oprah, asking for help and cheese. Postcards from Midlife podcast Lorrai…

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A Namaste Valentine's Day Special 48:02

2M ago48:02

48:02

This week we swipe right on the Namaste Motherfucking archive and bring you some of our favourite couples who were guests in previous episodes to celebrate loved-up relationships including comedian Sara Barron and her broadcasting husband, Geoff Lloyd, Roxanne and Rich Pink aka the ADHD Love Couple and psychotherapist Phillipa Perry and artist husb…

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A Perfect Contradiction with Paloma Faith 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

In this episode, Cally talks to Paloma Faith about music, mumming, authenticity, age, ageism, kids, body image, fringes, writing, Trump, Thatcher, feminism, fame, fear and packing for holidays. Instagram: @palomafaith Paloma’s book MILF Paloma’s podcast Mad, Sad and Bad More about Cally Order Cally's Book Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Prod…

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Live and Kicking with Gail Porter 1:07:09

3M ago1:07:09

1:07:09

In this episode, Cally talks to Gail Porter about lad mags, the nineties, celebrity, paparazzi, misogyny, mental health, Dads, Mums, alopecia, homelessness and hope. Instagram: @iamgailporter Gail’s book BBC documentary ‘Loaded: Lads, Mags and Mayhem’ Dr Benji Waterhouse guesting on NMF Gail’s charities: Centrepoint Homewards Mind Samaritans Scotti…

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Life Lessons From a Former Head Girl with Chloe Petts 1:04:33

3M ago1:04:33

1:04:33

In this episode, Cally talks to Chloe Petts about identity, anxiety, extroverts, performance, generations, therapy, mindfulness, life phases, football, Karen’s, misogyny and pissing about. Instagram: @chloepetts Chloe’s tour Pre Order Cally's book More about Cally here Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Music by Jake Yapp Cover Art …

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My Kind of Women with guests Womenkind Collective hosts Jinty Sheerin and Lou Hockings-Thompson 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

In this episode, Cally talks to hosts of Womenkind Collective, Lou Hockings-Thompson and Jinty Sheerin, about female friendship, writing, medical misogyny, menopause, the 90s, the sandwich generation, confidence, age, impostor syndrome, disordered eating, Devon, prison and being women of a certain age. Womenkind Collective on Instagram Women of a c…

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Cally's Life Advice from the Vault 22:02

3M ago22:02

22:02

In this episode Cally looks at the top ten pearls of wisdom of 2022 when she asked her guest to bestow some life advice for the Namaste Motherfucking family, including Esther Manito, Shaun Keaveny, and Tom Read Wilson.If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/shows/entertainment/namaste - that way you’ll never…

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Cally's Life Advice 3 21:57

4M ago21:57

21:57

To kick off 2025 Namaste Motherfuckers brings you the Top Ten of Life Advice as given by just some of our guests this year including Jason Byrne, Greyson Perry, The Reverend Kate Bottley, Ellie Robinson and more If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/shows/entertainment/namaste - that way you’ll never miss …

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Cally's Christmas Cracker 2024 48:22

4M ago48:22

48:22

This week we bring you our fourth annual Christmas Cracker featuring some of the jokes as told by our guests this year including Miriam Margoyles, Esther Rantzen, Greyson Perry, and Robin Ince. More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod Peop…

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Cally's Christmas Cracker from the Vault 41:37

4M ago41:37

41:37

As Producer Mike sorts his laptop (Santa, you know what to do!) we bring you our Christmas Cracker from 2022. More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Jake Yapp Cover art by Jaijo Part of…

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People in Glasshouses… with guests Kali Hamerton-Stove and Netti from The Glasshouse 1:01:03

4M ago1:01:03

1:01:03

In this episode, Cally talks to Glasshouse project co-founder Kali Hamerton-Stove and Netti, one of the first female prisoners to successfully come through the programme, about justice, prison, women, children, nature, nurture, stereotyping, mental health, reoffending, hope, love and second chances. Instagram: @theglasshousebotanics The Glasshouse …

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Middle Class Women of a Certain Age Special 49:52

5M ago49:52

49:52

This week, Cally and producer Mike celebrate ten of the very best women of a certain age to have graced the podcast with their presence: Kirsty Wark, Miriam Margolyes, Jenny Eclair, Helen Lederer, Sally Phillips, Philippa Perry, Deborah Meaden, Jackie Morris, Susie Dent and Esther Rantzen. Follow Namaste Motherfuckers now and go listen to those epi…

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Going for Gold with guest Ellie Robinson 1:05:57

5M ago1:05:57

1:05:57

In this episode, Cally talks to British Paralympian Ellie Robinson about early success, winning gold, mental health, fear of failure, reinvention, history, parents, books, wellbeing and her love of the Dutch. Instagram: @ellierobinsongb Ellie’s books Ellie’s joke pick – John Fealy talking about the Dutch Albert Heijn supermarket Ellie's viral momen…

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He’s Not That Innocent with guest Jeff Innocent 56:05

5M ago56:05

56:05

In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Jeff Innocent about age, reinvention, family, Davina McCall, comedy, criminality, technology, social mobility, social media, education and subverting stereotypes. Instagram: @jeffinnocentofficial TikTok: @jeffinnocentcomedy More about Jeff More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Ins…

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Olaf’s Art Club with guest Olaf Falafel 1:08:43

5M ago1:08:43

1:08:43

In this episode, Cally talks to comedian, author and illustrator Olaf Falafel about cheese, truth, reinvention, illustration, ideas, plagiarism, creativity, school, jokes, social media, ageing and farts. Instagram: @olaffalafel Tik Tok: @olaffalafel Olaf’s books and more Olaf makes Trump out of a whoopee cushions & a croissant Olaf’s A-ha spoof Mor…

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Tomfoolery with guest Tom Ward 1:07:51

6M ago1:07:51

1:07:51

In this episode, Cally talks to Tom Ward about fatherhood, babies, siblings, Edinburgh, gigging, improv, growing up, drinking, religion, charity shops and being poisoned. Instagram: @tomwardcomedian Tom’s tour dates Tom on Live at the Apollo Tom’s Sports Direct clip More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Instagram: @cally…

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Saturday Club: Nikki Bedi from Series One 1:04:58

6M ago1:04:58

1:04:58

In this episode, Cally talks to TV and radio presenter Nikki Bedi about marriage, age, patriarchies, spinal injuries, film, travel, Bollywood, the Dalai Lamar, Bond movies, the Pope, Othello, the Bold & the Beautiful, being cancelled, Mumbai, LA and Saturday Live. More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king book here Instagram: @callybe…

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Sounds Familiar: Alistair McGowan from Series Three 1:09:00

6M ago1:09:00

1:09:00

In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to impressionist, actor, comedian and pianist Alistair McGowan about reinvention, age, cheese, theatre, leaving London, classical music, impressions, Ireland, India, travel, break-ups and kebabs. The Piano Album Ludlow piano festival Whiplash movie trailer The Piano on Channel 4 Charlotte Pa…

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Naming the Overground: The Weaver line 33:21

6M ago33:21

33:21

Tim Dunn enters a world he admits he knows absolutely zero about: the world of weaving. Plus - did you know that the fabric on TfL seats, moquette, is also woven? Travelling on what will become the London Overground Weaver line to Bethnal Green station, Tim meets fine artist and maker Anna Ray, who has a special family connection to weaving and the…

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Crime After Breakfast with guest Louise Minchin 1:13:04

6M ago1:13:04

1:13:04

In this episode, Cally talks to Louise Minchin about BBC Breakfast, adrenaline, news, sleep, endurance sports, female icons, crime writing, dog walking, reality TV, equal pay and reinvention. Instagram: @louiseminchin Twitter: @louiseminchin TikTok: @louiseminchinofficial Isolation Island book More about Cally PRE-ORDER Cally's Namate Motherf**king…

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Spells, Stones & Shapeshifting with guest Jackie Morris 1:11:15

7M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

In this episode, Cally talks to illustrator and writer Jackie Morris about The Lost Words, The Lost Spells, Spell Songs, seals, stones, art, music, folklore, time, trees, birds, nature, beauty, sugar and poetry. Twitter: @JackieMorrisArt Instagram: @jackiemorrisartist More about Jackie Unbounders (independent crowdfunding publisher): Twitter: @Unbo…

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The Strongest Link with guest Paul Sinha 1:07:23

7M ago1:07:23

1:07:23

In this episode, Cally talks to Paul Sinha about The Chase, quizzing, family, comedy, love, medicine, sexuality, imposter syndrome, heckles, gambling, dreams, heart attacks and Parkinson’s Disease. Twitter: @paulybengali Instragram: @paulsinhacomedian_official Paul’s book One Sinha Lifetime More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: …

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Naming the Overground: The Windrush line with Levi Roots and Arthur Torrington 31:56

7M ago31:56

31:56

Levi Roots and Arthur Torrington are Tim's guides on the incredible and ongoing history and impact of the Windrush generation. Celebrity chef and entrepreneur Levi Roots' life has been shaped by his personal Windrush story, and he sits down on a London Overground platform on the new Windrush line to discuss it with host Tim Dunn. Levi speaks about …

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Teddy bears, transvestism and the Turner with guest Sir Grayson Perry 1:07:15

7M ago1:07:15

1:07:15

In this episode, Cally talks to Sir Grayson Perry about art, beauty, craft, dresses, masculinity, fame, money, marriage, kids, therapy, ambition, dreams, fetishes and class. Instagram: @alanmeasles Current and upcoming exhibitions: Lakeside Arts Pitzhanger Charleston Sir Grayson Perry on Desert Island Discs More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatonc…

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Anchor Man with guest Krishnan Guru-Murthy 1:02:03

7M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

In this episode, Cally talks to Krishnan Guru-Murthy about politicians, fame, Strictly, dads, kids, Oxford, regrets, career changes, interviewing Jimmy Saville, weight loss and daring to dream. Instagram: @krishgm Twitter: @krishgm Krishnan interviewing Jimmy Saville Cally’s Namaste Motherf**king Auddy interview More about Cally Instagram: @callybe…

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That’s Life with guests Esther Rantzen & Rebecca Wilcox 1:16:54

7M ago1:16:54

1:16:54

In this episode, Cally's guests are Esther Rantzen and her daughter Rebecca Wilcox on mums, daughters, fame, families, assisted dying, campaigning, Gogglebox, elocution, loneliness, philanthropy and legacy. Instagram: @soverybecca Childline Silverline Campaign for Dignity in Dying BBC Morning Live More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Tw…

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Naming the Overground: The Suffragette line with Helen Pankhurst and Cally Beaton 38:44

8M ago38:44

38:44

With guests Helen Pankhurst and Cally Beaton. Tim Dunn travels the entire length of the newly named Suffragette line to interview two incredible guests about the legacy of the Suffragette movement. At the new Barking Riverside station, Tim meets Helen Pankhurst. Helen is the great granddaughter of original Suffragette organiser Emmeline Pankhurst, …

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Re-Coll: Colin Murray from Series One 1:14:07

8M ago1:14:07

1:14:07

In this classic episode from the Namaste Archive, Cally talks to radio and television presenter Colin Murray about communities, red carpets, late night radio, Will Smith, sport, music, fame, Ronnie Wood, how to get a good interview, Adele, curb your enthusiasm, snooker, Jimmy White, secrets, the BBC and social media. Watch Colin not wade into debat…

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Throwback Thursday Murder Club: Richard Osman from Series One 54:20

8M ago54:20

54:20

In this classic episode from the Namaste Archvie, Cally talks with TV producer, presenter of Pointless and House of Games and now best-selling author, Richard Osman about: intelligence, Boris Johnson, turning 50, being stared at, middle life crises, stereotypes, belonging, Twitter, fathers, mothers, gender, testosterone, toilet seat weeing, vulnera…

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Naming the Overground: The Liberty line 35:53

8M ago35:53

35:53

Tim's journey across the new London Overground map continues with a dive into the weird and wonderful history of Havering and Romford on a truly unique part of the Overground: the three stops of the Liberty line. Why was that name chosen? What made Havering so special hundreds of years ago? What is a royal liberty? And are some of these places real…

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Baptise Them, Bury Them with guest the Reverend Kate Bottley 1:11:34

8M ago1:11:34

1:11:34

In this episode, Cally talks to The Reverend Kate Bottley about Gogglebox, flash mobs, fame, faith, births & deaths, tits & teeth, religion, atheism, jokes, vocations and vicaring. Instagram: @revkatebottley Kate’s book Have a Little Faith More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People …

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Spit or Swallow with guest Sally-Anne Hayward 1:04:30

8M ago1:04:30

1:04:30

In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Sally-Anne Hayward about school, comedy, men, rebelling, storytelling, sexism, showbiz parents, break-ups, good gigs, bad gigs, serendipity, situationships, traveling and change. Instagram: @SallyAnneComedy Twitter: @SallyAnneComedy Tik Tok: @SallyAnneComedy Threads: @SallyAnneComedy Facebook: Sally-Anne’s w…

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Bargain Hunter with guest Ben Cooper 1:08:14

9M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

In this episode, Cally talks to Bargain Hunt’s Ben Cooper about antiques, country life, Bargain Hunt, music, being recognised, Alistair McGowan, quilting, AA Milne, Tolkien, unexpected finds and getting uncomfortable. Instagram: @bencjcooper The Secondhand Warehouse, Leominster Three Choirs Festival Headway Worcestershire charity More about Cally I…

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82. Eshaan Akbar - LIVE! 52:45

9M ago52:45

52:45

Today’s guest brings a surprising and somewhat controversial set of wonders that speak to how remarkable human invention truly is. It’s comedian, writer and former Bollywood choreographer Eshaan Akbar! Eshaan makes the case for religion, roads and erm… stairs, which actually turned out better than Clive initially feared! Elsewhere, Eshaan urges us …

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ADHD Love with Roxanne & Richard Pink 1:06:22

9M ago1:06:22

1:06:22

In this episode, Cally talks to 'ADHD Love' couple Roxanne and Richard Pink about addiction, recovery, neurodiversity, love, music, reinvention, vulnerability, criticism, stereotypes and second chances. Official ADHD Love website Instagram: @adhd_love_ Threads: @adhd_love_ Small Talk book Rox’s music: @its_r_o_r_y Samaritans Hub of hope My pickle S…

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Naming the Overground: The Lioness line with Leah Williamson and Chloe Kelly 32:22

9M ago32:22

32:22

England football heroes Leah Williamson and Chloe Kelly join Tim Dunn on the new episode - two years since they won the Euros on home soil. Tim travels to St George's Park to sit down with the Lionesses to hear their thoughts about the newly named Lioness line on the London Overground - and what that represents for the women's game. They also talk …

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81. Simon Evans - LIVE! 58:31

9M ago58:31

58:31

Have you ever been brought to tears by how delicious something tastes? Well today’s guest Simon Evans has, and you’ll never guess what from! The radio and TV performer, comedian and self-proclaimed curmudgeon joins Clive as he whittles his list of 21 wonders down to seven. Thankfully for Alan Coren, J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and Leonardo da Vinci,…

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Say That Again: Phillipa Perry from Series Three 1:04:32

9M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to Philippa Perry about Grayson’s Art Club, therapy, attachment styles, sex, love, marriage, blended families, significant others, parenting, dogs, cats and her agony aunt column for the Observer. Twitter: @Philippa_Perry Instagram: @kevinkittycat Philippa’s art Philippa’s books Cally’s Obse…

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Wark It Back: Kirsty Wark from Series Three 57:43

9M ago57:43

57:43

Now that she's left Newsnight after a 30 year career, in this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to broadcaster and writer Kirsty Wark about Margaret Thatcher, Vivienne Westwood, the island of Arran, pregnancy, wild weeing, sleeper trains, snoring, fears, shopping, empty nest, menopause, novel writing, love language, cocktails, femal…

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Naming the Overground: The Mildmay line 26:36

9M ago26:36

26:36

Tim Dunn starts his journey across the London Overground map to uncover the incredible stories behind the six new line names. In this first episode, Tim travels to a hospital that Princess Diana visited 17 time: the Mildmay, a small but crucial charitable NHS hospital with a long history of helping Londoners in need, from the cholera outbreak in 18…

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From Sprout to Scorsese with guest Miriam Margolyes 1:02:15

10M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

In this episode, Cally talks to Miriam Margolyes about swearing, ageing, acting, education, family, luck, love, bodies, the election, Cambridge, cunnilingus and Charles Dickens. Miriam’s Edinburgh show Book ‘Oh Miriam’ More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram…

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