Best Jumpers For Goalposts Podcasts (2025)

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Jumpers for goalposts 1:02:38

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In this week's episode of Beat Motel, Andrew and Dr Sam dig deep into the muddy puddle of nostalgia. We've got: Lycra-based band trauma John Barnes rapping about... something An important public health warning about Coco Pops Dead Kennedys covered in Parisian jazz cafés A little gig promotion wrapped in existential dread The legacy of punk, rewritt…

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Bands we respect but don't get 1:00:37

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Ever bought an album just because you should love it... only to file it under "respect, but no thanks"? This week, Andrew Culture and Dr. Sam go full chin-strokey and dive deep into the bands, albums, and entire genres that make them go, "I get it. I just don't want it." We're talking Flux of Pink Indians' sonic assaults, John Zorn's sex-jazz chaos…

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Musicians in films that weren't about them 1:05:24

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In this episode, we dive into the slightly baffling and often hilarious world of musicians turning up in films that have absolutely nothing to do with their own music. Some do it well. Some… should've just stayed on stage. From Joe Strummer's pigeon-themed songwriting to Damon Albarn's dodgy gangster role, we shine a flashlight on cinema's most une…

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Crazy Crowds 58:34

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Odd concept albums 1:00:52

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What do stoner-era ZZ Top, a mountain named Billy with a tree girlfriend, and a kid who astral projects into Rasputin's beard all have in common? Concept albums, mate. And not just any old proggy b*llocks – this week we're diving into the oddest concept albums we could find (and a few we just wanted to waffle on about anyway). Andrew is joined by f…

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How to end side A 1:00:59

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If you've ever flipped a vinyl and thought, "well that was a limp finish," then this episode is your new religion. Andrew and Dr. Sam dive into the fine art of ending Side A—the lost craft of crafting a sonic cliffhanger that makes you want to flip that record like your nan flips a Digestive into her cuppa. We've got: The Clash's perfectly measured…

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Bands That Are Better as a Documentary Than to Listen To 1:07:25

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Ever watched a music doc and thought, "Cor, this band's story is brilliant!" only to press play on their actual music and feel your soul quietly retreat into your ankles? This week, Andrew and co-host Dr. Sam put the needle on the record and realise some bands should've stayed in the cutting room. We take a scenic drive through the trainwreck glory…

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Cats 1:00:03

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This week on Beat Motel, Andrew relives his childhood by rolling down Ed Sheeran's hill into a pile of dog muck, and Dr. Sam reveals he's spent more time chasing cheese than dignity. Somewhere along the way, they accidentally remember this is supposed to be a music podcast. The theme? Cats. That's it. Not subtle. Not deep. Just cats. From SpongeBob…

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Obscure Genres 1:05:20

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If you've ever wondered what a Finnish man in a bedroom with a broken keyboard sounds like, then you're weird. But also in the right place. This week, Dr. Sam joins Andrew for a dive headfirst into the murky swamp of obscure music genres, where rules don't matter and the cats are in charge. Expect tangents galore: from liturgical black metal to fol…

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Back to School 1:00:45

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In this nostalgia-drenched episode of Beat Motel, Andrew Culture and voiceover man extraordinaire Martin Whiskin hurl themselves headfirst into the deep, murky swimming pool of school memories—and promptly slip on a Verucca sock. Expect less of a structured discussion and more of a chaotic ramble through: Drinking out of pickle jars, Nutella jars, …

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Songs to swing your pants to 1:06:56

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Ever wondered what it's like to be whipped in the cobblers by a carbon fibre tent pole? No? Well, you're about to. In this episode, Andrew returns to the studio and brings along Dr. Sam for a high-brow chat about testicular trauma, Trev & Simon, and the absolute best music to make your hips involuntarily wiggle like an over-caffeinated toddler. The…

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Summer Holidays 1:02:17

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What is it about British summer holidays that brings out the absolute weirdest memories? Andrew Culture is joined by returning co-host and beard-stroking wordsmith Martin Whiskin for a full-tilt, memory-lane-meets-puke-stained-train episode about all things "Summer Holidays." We kick off with threats from Grotbags, traumatising pantos, and a deep d…

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Songs for long car journeys 1:00:51

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Ever argued over who controls the aux cable on a long drive? In this episode of the Beat Motel Podcast, Andrew and Dr Sam dive into the tunes that keep them sane (or send them spiralling) on epic car journeys. From Queen's Greatest Hits to post-metal tantrums, and from Pete Seeger's calm reassurance to jazz-adjacent Icelandic loops, we dissect the …

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Hellsinki Metal Festival 2025 - Beer, bands and bonkers wrestling 25:12

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In this special detour from our usual Beat Motel rambling, Andrew and Dr. Sam swap the studio for the chaos of Hellsinki Metal Festival (yes, with two Ls, because one L just isn't metal enough). We navigate Finnish beer, dodge suspicious wrestling moves, and try to work out why 8% lager is even legal in a place with mosh pits. Expect unfiltered com…

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Scenes Like These – Bury St Edmunds Rehearsal Rooms Fundraiser Special 34:45

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This episode of the Beat Motel Podcast drops you into the sweaty, glorious middle of a music fundraiser that brought Bury St Edmunds together in the loudest way possible. I hit the Hunter Club and the town's rehearsal rooms to catch a full day of DIY brilliance, chat with bands and scene-makers, and find out what happens when a town fights for its …

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Crusty Jugglers and Flaming Skulls: A Guide to Iconic Album Covers 58:33

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Is it possible to judge an album by its cover? Absolutely. Especially when it's got skeleton hands, raging suns, or Geiger's flesh nightmares on it. In this episode of the Beat Motel podcast, Andrew and recurring co-host Martin Whiskin dive deep into the album art that shaped our musical tastes, plastered our pencil cases, and possibly got Dead Ken…

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Great band, terrible name 1:05:50

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Episode 140: Great Bands, Awful Names (feat. Dr Sam) Brace yourselves for a melodic mess as Andrew and the returning legend Dr Sam dive into the world of bands that slap sonically but utterly fumble the name game. From the majestic chaos of Defeated Sanity (yes, really) to the ultra-bland University, it's a wild ride of killer riffs and cringe moni…

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Peel Sessions – DIY Music Glory & Elderly Gentlemen from Mayhem - with Mick Derrick from Prolapse 1:08:24

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John Peel. The man, the myth, the reason you accidentally got into Bulgarian throat singing that one time. This episode of Beat Motel is a loving, ramshackle dive into the chaotic universe of Peel Sessions. Andrew Culture is joined by Mick Derrick from Prolapse, who proves that the road from crusty-sounding band names to DIY folklore is paved with …

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Bands we'd get in a fight over, with Martin Whiskin 1:18:30

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If you've never been ready to square up in a Spoons car park over your favourite band, are you even a real music fan? In this unreasonably passionate episode, Andrew is joined by the charmingly volatile Martin Whiskin as they dive fists-first into the bands they'd get into an actual fight over. Expect tales of local legends, rag-tag riffs, posh ska…

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Bands We Wish We Were In (For Beer, Glory & Ridiculous Haircuts) 1:02:53

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Ever looked at a band and thought, "Yeah, I'd ruin that with my presence"? Well, so have we. This week on Beat Motel, Andrew is joined once again by the mighty Oli as they dive headfirst into the chaotic world of bands they wish they'd been in. From the sleek, suited swagger of Interpol to the beer-soaked riff factories of Gentleman's Pistols, we r…

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Kin Heavy Tunes 46:28

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In this ear-bleeding episode of Beat Motel, Andrew is joined once again by Dan Callis for a deep dive into the heavy, the noisy, and the downright daft corners of modern metal and punk. If you're here for thoughtful analysis, jog on. This is a celebration of volume, riffs, and the bands that make you question your own taste. Starting off with tech …

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Making sweet sweet music with the person you make sweet sweet love with 1:08:20

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This week on Beat Motel, Andrew is joined by the ever-eloquent Dr. Sam to unpack the joys, horrors, and outright weirdness of musicians who make sweet music and even sweeter love together. Things get rolling with a heated debate about whether soup is a drink, a meal, or just a gateway to genital injury. Seriously. From Tom Waits' transformation at …

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Colours 1:04:45

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Who knew an episode about colours could spiral into tales of crusty white-boy dreadlocks, the audio texture of brown, and Robbie bloody Williams dragging Tony Iommi into the Britpop bin fire? This week, Andrew and Dr Sam dive into the murky, vibrant, and occasionally neon world of music and its connection to colour. We're not talking about your A-L…

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Forbidden Music 1:07:28

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What happens when you love music but live with people who have ears? This week, Andrew and Dr. Sam dive headfirst into the steaming skip bin of Forbidden Music—those tracks that are so loathed, so divisive, or just so downright baffling that they've been banned in their own homes. From the glitchy chaos of Venetian Snares to the crime against ears …

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Albums That Feel Like Coming Home (and Other Toilet Mishaps) 1:01:51

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This week Andrew is joined by the ever-lovely Dr. Sam to discuss albums that feel like coming home. Naturally, they barely stick to the topic. Expect bowel-related rants, coffee-fuelled enema chat, and Dr. Sam outing himself as the world's most dangerous urinal misuser. They dive into the albums that comfort them like a warm blanket (or a familiar …

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Band or Business? The Ugly Truth 1:18:22

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Hold on to your ethically-sourced coffee and buckle in for a truly chaotic dive into the shallow end of music industry sellouts. This week, Andrew is joined by the ever-cynical Dr Sam, and the pair bravely attempt to answer the big questions: Can Slayer officially sod off? Is ABBA secretly prog disco royalty? Would Paul McCartney say "alright mate"…

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The BEST EVER Individual Premier League Season 23:24

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This week Alex debates the best ever individual premier league season and we dive into the Bellingham vs Pedro debate. #premierleague #mosalah

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Sunglasses, Squirrels & Skepta: A Musical Meltdown 1:00:02

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This week, Andrew Culture is joined by Dr. San to answer the all-important question: what do Viz magazine, squirrel-based hip-hop folklore, and Captain Sensible have to do with sunglasses? A lot, apparently. From tales of tragically inebriated rodents to obscure country pastiches and mid-80s goth crooners, we dive eyeballs-first into a lens-tinted …

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The BEST Players From Every Division 26:37

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This week Alex discusses the best players from the Premier League and the EFL, it’s a great episode and you’ll all really enjoy it okay!

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Bands We Dismissed (Then Had to Eat Our Words About) 1:10:02

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Ever slagged off a band only to later realise you were the idiot? Andrew and Dr Sam rip into their own bad takes this week as they revisit artists they once dismissed with sneering pride—only to sheepishly backpedal years later. Expect a gloriously messy mix of: Why Pharrell isn't just the Blurred Lines guy (but also maybe he is) Prolapse's majesti…

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“Scott Mctominay Gave Me His Shirt” 22:38

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This week Alex has picked his favourite football stories from our star-studded list of previous guests! Enjoy! #scottmctominay #mufc #footballstories

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Kevin De Bruyne: The Best Premier League Midfielder EVER? 27:06

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Join Alex this week for a debate on the greatest Premier League midfielders ever, we’ve also got a preview for the GIANT European fixtures this week and who to look out for!

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Now that's what I call Beat Motel Music Podcast 12:58

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Clip shows suck, don't they? But hey, what you're going to do? This is a clip show. In this so-called episode (which is mostly filler), Andrew Culture looks back at some of the people who have been guest hosts over the past year.

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Who Has The Best Premier League ANTHEM??? 40:53

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This week Alex gets MEAN and breaks down the best and worst pre match Premier League anthems, we also take a look at the best and WORST players for every team in the league…. #premierleague #northlondonforever #mufc

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Velvet Underground's Influence: From Nico to Noise Rock | ft. Dave Lennon 1:07:04

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The Influence of the Velvet Underground with special guest Dave Lennon (Lost in the Groove Podcast) What happens when two podcast hosts—one from sunny Florida, the other from soggy Suffolk—sit down to worship at the altar of The Velvet Underground? Absolute chaos, that's what. In this episode of Beat Motel, Andrew is joined by Dave Lennon from Lost…

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Why Trent Is A Liverpool Legend 25:08

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This week on football Alex discusses the imminent transfer of Trent Alexander Arnold to Real Madrid and why he deserves a good send off. #trentalexanderarnold #liverpool #halamadrid

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Bands with Weird Merch 55:12

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Ever found yourself at a gig, three beers deep, staring at a merch table and wondering why the hell a band is selling a manhole cover? Well, Andrew Laws and Dr Sam (aka Dr Roid Rage) have. This week, they dive headfirst into the bizarre, impractical, and sometimes downright offensive world of band merchandise. From Misfits flogging literally anythi…

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Thomas Tuchel’s WILD England Team Selections 42:40

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This week Alex gets into the mind of New England manager Thomas Tuchel’s, why has he picked Jordan Henderson??? All things England to get you through the international break. #england #thomastuchel #lewisskelly

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Music we think we'll like when we're very old and weather forecasting man plums 1:03:56

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What music will we love when we're old and decrepit? Will we swap death metal for classical funeral masses, or will we just keep playing Rush until it finally makes sense? In this episode, Andrew Laws and Dr. Sam (aka Salmonella) explore how our musical tastes might evolve (or decay) as we age. 🎵 Featuring riffs from: Mozart (because funeral music …

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Arsenal MUST STOP Celebrating Goals 24:19

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This week Alex discusses all things celebrations, from the rules to who can and who can’t to the coldest celebrations in football history. #arsenal #carragher

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Bands to introduce friends to a genre 1:13:05

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Welcome to Beat Motel Podcast - Episode 121, where Andrew Laws and Dr Sam set fire to good taste and dance around the ashes. 🔊 This week: Cottage cheese: culinary delight or bin juice? Does coughing make you think of Black Sabbath? The Wu-Tang Clan's Ipswich connection (it's real, honest). Melvins live: genius or just the same riff over and over? T…

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The 10 Best Goals Filmed By The Fans 28:00

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This week Alex goes through his favourite goals filmed by fans in the stadium, there’s also a weekend treble and long list of REACTIONARY opinions! Don’t miss it…. #bestgoals #ronaldogoals #mufc

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Bands and genres we've grown out of 57:04

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Ever looked at your old gig T-shirts and thought, "What was I on?" Well, we have, and in this episode, Andrew and his co-host, Dr. Sam, take a long, hard look at the bands and genres they once adored but now make them cringe (or at least yawn). We start strong with Andrew explaining how Jackie Chan's autobiography is more important than socialism, …

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WHAT IS HAPPENING TO MANCHESTER UNITED 26:37

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Join Alex this week again for your weekly fix of football and a deeper look into what exactly is happening to Manchester United. #manchesterunited #mufc #manutd

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Why Jude Bellingham REALLY Got Sent Off 36:35

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This week Alex goes into what exactly is happening with Jude Bellingham and the Spanish referees…. Are they all out to sabotage him? #judebellingham #halamadrid #realmadrid

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Albums That Broke Bands: The Most Painful Recordings Ever 1:02:55

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This week, Andrew and Sam dive into the sheer agony behind some of music's most infamous recordings. From bandmates quitting mid-session to entire studios being demolished, these albums came at a heavy price. In this episode: Pranking housemates with terrifyingly coloured bodily fluids – because why not? Fleetwood Mac's Rumours – an album powered b…

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Rashford ANGRY After Sancho “Freedom” Comment 32:00

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Ahhh well this week Alex is FURIOUS. Join us this week as we discuss Jadon Sancho’s conduct at Chelsea and his latest outburst. We also take a deeper look on the rise of Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. #jadonsancho #marcusrashford #chelseafc #astonvilla

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Albums That Should've Been EPs (And Toilets in Bury St. Edmunds) 1:07:49

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We start strong with batter-fried nonsense, birthday chaos, and a bit of early swearing to keep things respectable (naturally). From there, we rip into bands, black metal, weird band names, and whether or not you should ever talk to someone at the urinal (spoiler: no!). This week's theme? Albums that should've been EPs, or as we call it: "Long-wind…

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ANGRY Jordan Henderson VS Reporters 30:25

10M ago30:25

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Join Alex this week for a breakdown on RUDE reporters, BIG January transfers and most importantly another WINNING Weekend Treble! #jordanhenderson #angryfootballers #ajax

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Bad Band Reunions vs Good Reunions & Michael Crawford joining Queen 1:08:47

10M ago1:08:47

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This week on Beat Motel, Andrew welcomes Daz Hewitt, Ipswich music legend and former bandmate, to talk about band reunions—both glorious and catastrophic. Of course, they immediately derail the topic and spiral into madness. Expect absolute nonsense, including: 🎸 New Wave of Pretty Heavy Metal – Daz accidentally invents a new genre while describing…