Best Jen Dooley Podcasts (2025)

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Lucia Keskin (Chi With A C) 1:17:29

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Bafta-winning comedian, actor and internet sensation Lucia Keskin – aka Chi with a C – is this week’s dream diner. And is this the quietest guest we’ve ever had? Series 2 of Lucia’s sitcom ‘Things You Should Have Done’ is coming soon to BBC Three and iPlayer. Watch Series 1 here. Follow Lucia on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok @chiwithac Watch the vi…

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Ian Smith 1:29:32

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Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated stand-up, Northern News podcaster and lead in 2010 sitcom ‘Popatron’, Ian Smith has a table booked this week. But has he thought through his starter? Ian Smith is on tour now with his new show ‘Foot Spa Half Empty’. For dates and tickets go to iansmithcomedian.co.uk Listen to Ian’s podcast ‘Northern News’ wherever y…

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Ladies in Business Event with Clearwater Corp Finance at DP 🩷 26:42

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Jen Brister (Tasting Menu) 1:02:32

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It’s another Tasting Menu episode, and this time stand-up, activist and original cheeseboard-picker Jen Brister returns for a hellish menu. Jen Brister is on tour now with ‘Reactive’. For dates and tickets go to jenbrister.co.uk Donate to All Our Relations at allourrelations.co.uk Follow Jen on Instagram and TikTok @jenbristercomedy Watch the video…

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Tie Break: "The World's Longest Padel Match" 19:07

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Gillian Anderson 1:20:46

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The Padel Directory: The go-to for all things Padel 🎾- Leading Interview George Modler & Ben Harris 41:03

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Greg James 1:23:45

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Radio 1 DJ Greg James is this week’s dream guest in the Dream Restaurant. And James calls in to the radio… Greg James’s book ‘All the Best for the Future: Growing Up Without Growing Old’ is out now. Buy it here. See Greg James on his book tour. For dates and tickets go here. Follow Greg on on Instagram @greg_james and TikTok @gregjames Watch the vi…

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Tie break special: Welcome back Jen ❤️ 25:11

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen In this special tie break, we welcome Jen back after a week away. Jen asks Nick about his trip to Bristol as guests of Ben and George from The Padel Directory, where he saw and visited Padel 4 All, Surge Padel and Rocket Padel. Nick gets to grab 2 fantastic mini interviews with Antoine (Padel 4…

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Bonus Episode: The People behind Padel : Meet Hannah Thomas, Dual site Manager The Padel Club Cheltenham & Gloucester Quays 8:38

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Rhys James 1:23:19

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Top stand-up, ‘Mock the Week’ regular and Ed’s unofficial little brother, Rhys James is this week’s guest diner. And he’s invented a dessert. Rhys James’s book ‘You’ll Like It When You Get There: A Life Lived Reluctantly’ is out now. Buy it here. Watch Rhys’s special, ‘Spilt Milk’ on YouTube here. Follow Rhys on on Instagram @rhysjamesy Watch the v…

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“Padel Royalty 🇪🇸 : The Iván Risueño López Story 20:01

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Nina Conti 1:11:20

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Award-winning comedian and ventriloquist Nina Conti is in the Dream Restaurant this week. And Ed and James do their usual monkeying around. Nina Conti is on tour now with ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’. For dates are tickets go to ninaontour.com Nina’s directorial debut film ‘Sunlight’ will have a UK theatrical release from 18th October 2025 (screening…

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Charlotte Gilley MBE : Helping young people shine on the Padel court and in the Boxing ring with Maverick Stars Trust charity ⭐️ 41:42

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Mawaan Rizwan 1:08:51

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Mawaan Rizwan – ‘Taskmaster’ runner-runner-up and Bafta-winning star and creator of BBC Three’s ‘Juice’ – is this week’s diner, and he has an easy-to-follow recipe for English food. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about calories. Series 2 of ‘Juice’ is on BBC Three and iPlayer from 18 September. Watch it (and catch up with series 1) her…

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The Pollen Club: Manchester’s Hub for Padel, Wellness & Community 🎾 🐝 36:58

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Neil Hannon (The Divine Comedy) 1:04:28

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The Divine Comedy frontman Neil Hannon has a table booked at the Dream Restaurant this week. Something for the weekend. The Divine Comedy’s new album ‘Rainy Sunday Afternoon’ is released on Fri 19 Sep. Pre-order is here. Follow The Divine Comedy on Instagram @divinecomedyhq Donated to My Lovely Horse Rescue at www.mylovelyhorserescue.com Watch the …

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Marian Keyes 1:09:31

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Internationally bestselling Irish author Marian Keyes – co-host of Radio 4’s ‘Now You’re Asking’ – is this week’s dream diner. And she’s got some supportive words for Ed and James. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about alcohol addiction, and mentions of grooming. Marian Keyes’s latest novel ‘My Favourite Mistake’ is out now, published b…

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Sweden’s Padel Story 🇸🇪 : Boom, Bust, and Rebirth 21:16

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Will Sharpe 1:19:41

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Bafta-award winning actor and writer Will Sharpe – star of ‘The White Lotus’, ‘A Real Pain’ and Lena Dunham’s new show ‘Too Much’ – is our guest diner this week. But Ed’s annoyed Will didn’t give him a warning… Will Sharpe stars in ‘Too Much’ which is streaming on Netflix now. Watch it here. Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast Follow Off Me…

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“Padel without limits: Floating, Building, Maintaining & Merch” Leading interview with Gareth Evans & Jake Bennett. 40:23

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Jonny Pelham 1:11:09

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Superb stand-up and ‘Live at the Apollo’ star Jonny Pelham is this week’s guest diner. And, of course, we ask him about his gang-member past… Jonny Pelham is currently performing at the Edinburgh Fringe with his new show ‘Is It Me?’ at Monkey Barrel Comedy (The Hive), 21.00, until 25 August. For tickets go to edfringe.com Follow Jonny on Instagram …

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A ‘Tie break’ special on wellness : Discussing Cryo therapy, ice baths, pilates and sports massages to be the best on court!! 🧊 🔥 💆 38:22

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Stevie Martin 55:29

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‘Taskmaster’ alumnus, Nobody Panic podcaster and multimedia stand-up Stevie Martin has a reservation this week. But can she pick a side dish? Stevie Martin is on tour with her show ‘Clout’. For dates and tickets go to steviemartin.com Listen to Stevie’s podcast ‘Nobody Panic’ where you listen to podcasts. Follow Stevie on Instagram @5tevieM and Tik…

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Charlie Savage: Life in Football ⚽️.. and on the Padel Court 🎾! 40:45

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Sharon Wanjohi 1:06:49

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Fast-rising stand-up Sharon Wanjohi joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. But, uh oh, she’s scraped her knee! Sharon Wanjohi is at the Edinburgh Fringe until the 24th August with her debut show ‘In The House’. For dates and tickets go to edfringe.com. Follow Sharon on Instagram @sharonwanjohi_ and TikTok @sharonsforehead Off Menu is now on Yo…

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Summer ‘Tie break’ 31:41

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Ben Schwartz 1:12:30

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Actor-comedian – star of ‘Parks and Rec’, ‘The Afterparty’ and voice of Sonic the Hedgehog – Ben Schwartz has a table booked this week. Plus we have a few guest callers. Ben Schwartz soon stars in ‘DNA’ and ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’. Ben’s improv show ‘Ben Schwartz and Friends’ is currently touring the US. For dates and tickets go to rejectedjok…

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Caddies, Clubs & Courts: Chris Rice on LIV Golf and the Padel Craze ⛳️ 🎾 44:44

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Ep 300: Ed Gamble and James Acaster (with special guest genie AJ Odudu) 1:49:35

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We’re 300! What a way to start the new series than with a special milestone episode where, once again, the (dining) tables are turned and Ed and James are the guests in the dream restaurant. Have their tastebuds changed over the last 100 episodes? And, this time, we’re thrilled to welcome back AJ Odudu as the special guest genie. A massive thanks t…

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Oli The Choc, The Nation’s Favourite Chocolatier: Serving Up Chocolate and Padel 🍫 🎾 ! 41:45

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Series 14 Trailer – Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster 1:57

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The Dream Restaurant re-opens for bookings on Wednesday 16th July. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Emma Sheldon MBE: Connecting Padel with Global Trade Missions and Life on Tour with Her Son Thomas 🎾 35:16

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Ep 299: Katherine Parkinson (Live in London) 1:03:41

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It’s our final b-b-b-b-bonus live episode from the London Palladium, with special guest Katherine Parkinson – star of ‘Rivals’, ‘The IT Crowd’ and ‘Inside No 9’. Want to experience Off Menu: Live for yourself? There are a few tickets left for our live shows at the Royal Albert Hall next year. Visit royalalberthall.com for tickets. We’ll be back wit…

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Britain Padel Tour day 3 action…. The finals 30:19

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Bringing you some fun mini interviews from day three at the British Padel tour. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Do…

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Daily debrief from the Britain Padel Tour 28:21

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Your daily update at the close of day two of the Britain Padel Tour. Exciting interviews with players, sponsors and celebrities…. Enjoy! Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in pad…

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Tie break - Padel stories on tour 🚗 43:06

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A bonus tie break episode for you to enjoy featuring mini interviews from our travels this past week! Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love…

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Tie break: Reviews on Padel Clubs and debrief on an amazing day supporting Macmillan 💚 34:00

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Tie Break - From a Padel Masterclass with Hugo Cases 🇪🇸, to a 24 hour Padelthon at the Hook Club! 30:35

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Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel brand Hirostar and has even managed to squeeze in padel coaching course such is his love for the sport. Jen Dooley is a Fitness and wellbeing expert, a Padel fanatic and real ambassador for …

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Liam O’Dwyer - the pink court guy! 🩷 36:13

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Absolute pleasure to welcome on @l_odwyer from @destination_padel to The Padel stories podcast.. 🎙️ Liam is the ultimate disruptor, a non conformist and loves the informal side to Padel… “the naughty little brother of tennis” as he calls it!! 😂 He talks to us about the pink courts 🩷, how he juggles DP with his senior role at Castore and his expansi…

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Tie break - from The Padel World Summit 🇪🇸 to the USA 🇺🇸 🍏 40:41

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Catch up with Jen and Nick as they return from their half term trips. Let us treat you to some special content from the Padel world summit making new friends and discussing all things Padel. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the global italian Padel…

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Ep 298: James Norton (in partnership with Dexcom) 1:24:06

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In a special bonus episode in partnership with Dexcom, we welcome BAFTA-nominated actor, ‘Happy Valley’ star and Dexcom ambassador James Norton to the Dream Restaurant. And, no, he didn’t get type 1 diabetes from falling in the Thames. If you, or someone you know is living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and you like the sound of Dexcom, we highly r…

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Ep 297: Joanne McNally 1:18:23

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In our last episode of the series, stand-up, podcaster, Taskmaster star and self-proclaimed Pinotphile – Joanne McNally – joins us in the Dream Restaurant. Please listen responsibly. We’ll be back very soon with a new series of Off Menu. Joanne McNally is on tour now with ‘Pinotphile’. For dates and tickets go to joannemcnally.com Follow Joanne on …

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Ep 296: Self Esteem (Live in London) 1:07:32

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It’s b-b-b-b-bonus time, with a live episode from our London Palladium run, with very special guest, pop royalty Self Esteem – aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor. (Plus a cameo appearance from Corbarian, Kelly.) Self Esteem’s new album ‘A Complicated Woman’ is out now. Buy and listen to it here. Self Esteem is out tour from September. For dates and tickets vi…

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Padel Merch Visionary - Zeri Cheetham-Karcz. 41:45

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Join NB and JD in a fresh and exciting chat with padel apparel pioneer Zeri Cheetham-Karcz. Launching her own premium MERCH brand into a thriving and exhilarating market, Zeri leaves no point undetermined. Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and is absolutely passionate about Padel. He represents the globa…

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Ep 295: George Egg 1:16:49

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Comedian, chef and the Snack Hacker himself, George Egg, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. And James has an announcement. George Egg’s book, ‘The Snack Hacker: Rule-Breaking Recipes for Cooks and Non-Cooks’, is published on 5th June by Blink Publishing. Pre-order it here. Follow George on Instagram @georgeegg And watch The Snack Hacker vi…

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Alfred Dunhill Padel Classic 35:04

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Our roving reporter NB is courtside LIVE at the ADPC Hurlingham. Meanwhile back in the studio, Choc is in for JD, as he and NB dissect events at the prestigious padel classic. Alliteration affectionately asserted as actual affirmation of prestigious padel passion, performance and persistence. Contact Padel Stories on Instagram and stay close, share…

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Cheeky little tie break! 🎾🎙️ 21:48

5M ago21:48

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Introducing the #TieBreak! A mini Pod episode with your hosts and Padel Aficionado's NB and JD. Cram packed and oozing with padel goodness, including an courtside interview with George Modler, Visionary and Co-Founder of The Padel Directory. Shall we play for serve? Welcome to The Padel Stories with Nick Bianchi and Jen Nick is a sports lover, and …

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Ep 294: Carey Mulligan 1:11:20

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Three-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan – star of Tim Key and Tom Basden’s ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ – is this week’s dream guest. But can James name those nominated roles? Carey Mulligan stars in ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ which is in cinemas from 30 May. Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster. Produced, recorded…

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Ben Goodeve - The Padel Club 41:04

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Ladies, Gentlemen and Padel extraordinaries! Introducing our first interview. We start with Ben Goodeve, Head of Padel at The Padel Club. Let’s hear Ben’s backstory and how he pivoted from tennis to padel and became a cofounder of the Padel Club with Kris Ball. Disclaimer, the audio quality isn’t perfect due to and SD card malfunction, but we do ap…