Best Kay Noble Podcasts (2025)

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Russell's Best Bits of 2025 54:23

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Happy Christmas! This week Russell looks back over all of the shows from 2025 and picks his favourite moments from 52 x 5 Brilliant Things (So…quick bit of maths…that’s…260 Brilliant Things). We’ll be back in a week with a brand new show and loads of super-exciting guests in the new year. On our Patreon show something a bit special this week - Russ…

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Episode 10: This Is a Crime Against Pixar (Pt. 1) 1:06:01

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Episode 10 is messy in the best way: another Part 1. Our dynamic duo kicks things off with a quick “we’re sorry” because Kay’s audio betrays us again (we tested… and still got humbled) before spiraling immediately into new news: Kay is basically in a committed relationship with yerba mate, and Zach [finally] discovers Stranger Things. Who's gonna d…

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Episode 9: The Eras Tour (But Not Taylor) Pt. 1 1:29:36

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Welcome back to Multiverse’d - the podcast that will still fight you on the “why didn’t they just take the Eagles to Mordor?” discourse. After our longest gap yet (for us, not you), we’re back with the kickoff of our own Eras Tour…and no, it has nothing to do with Taylor Swift. This week is a classic “just-hit-record” download: chaotic life updates…

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Ross Noble 1:13:12

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One of Britain’s most mercurial and naturally talented stand-ups of all time, Ross Noble sits down with Russell to explain how he went from a school drop-out with a couple of circus skills to one of the greatest stand-ups Britain’s ever produced. He also goes into detail about Cuttlefish. Ross is in the middle of his latest live tour, called ‘Crani…

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Episode 8: Losing Limbs, Watching Field Hockey, Eating Explosive Fro-Yo 1:27:03

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Welcome back to Multiverse'd, in an episode where Kay and Zach launch into the impact of AI on creativity, the challenges of ADHD, and the complexities of modern dating. Today also marks a return visit to the Voicemail, with three new problems from the stratosphere that our fearless duo takes on with gusto -- Zach's a capitalist, duh! A new segment…

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Ania Magliano 1:09:21

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Ania Magliano loves gossip, and she’s here to share some CHOICE cuts of the stuff. From Taskmaster, Stand-up Ania is in the studio and she’s running us through her favourite things which takes us on a journey through some unashamedly indulgent birthday parties, the perils of being bold with your hair and some fascinating chat about writing process …

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Adam Kay 1:04:06

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Doctor, author, comedian, musician Adam Kay tells Russell about the things that he’s discovered that are brilliant. It’s a laugh-out-loud funny show that begins with a tale of conception, takes what it feels like to be spied on by Ben Wishaw, and by the end we are all getting acquainted with the inside of Adam’s nostrils. As spoken about in the sho…

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November's Moments of the Month 47:26

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Hello, here's a round up of the best bits from the last month of shows, featuring the fantastic comic Kerry Godliman (she's so funny), wine expert Tom Gilbey with a great story about Iron Maiden, dictionary corner's Susie Dent and the American-Palestinian comic Mo Amer. If you hear something you like you can double-back and take in the whole episod…

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Mo Amer 57:50

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Palestinian-American stand-up sensation Mo Amer is here! He’s on a tour of Europe, he’s in the UK for a couple of days and he came into the studio to tell us all about his Five Brilliant Things and he did not disappoint. Mo has an easy Texas charm coupled with seriously funny bones. His relationship between his American upbringing and Middle-Easter…

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Susie Dent 1:03:56

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From Countdown's Dictionary Corner it’s Susie Dent! Susie is here with her Five Brilliant Things and they are as fascinating and vocabulary-expanding as you might hope; but it’s not all words, Susie also tells us about her special relationship with a rock. Is it Dwayne Johnson? You’ll have to listen to the show to find out! Alongside these revelati…

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Tom Gilbey 1:04:18

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Wine Wine Wine! Tom Gilbey is one of the UK’s top wine experts and he also talks about it like a normal person! This podcast takes us through the things that makes a wine buff happy (some of them are, and I don’t want to spoil things, wine-related). Russell does a live wine-tasting of some rock and roll wine. Tom takes us through his marathon that …

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Kerry Godliman 1:06:03

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She’s the star of Whitstable Pearl, AfterLife and Taskmaster. She’s a phenomenal stand-up comedian and she’s Kerry Godliman, here to tell Russell about the things that make life worth living and it’s a nostalgic romp through Portobello Market, living off-grid in India and how to parent without being a beg. Loads of fun, really great funny episode; …

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October's Moments of the Month 1:19:44

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It's all the best bits from October's shows! A tasting plate of the shows we've already broadcast this month and if you've been too busy to listen to the whole shows this is a way to get a morsel and who knows... maybe head back and listen to the whole thing if you like the sound of it. Featuring Dom Joly, Sally Lindsay, Nick Mohammed, Horatio Goul…

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Pete Firman 57:10

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You know Pete Firman. He’s charming. He’s northern and he pops up on your Instagram or TikTok with fantastic magic tricks, illusions and comedy. Pete is one of Britain’s most accomplished comedy magicians and he’s here with his Five Brilliant Things which take him from Chip Sauces, through Old Theatres and the whole thing wraps up with a love-lette…

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Episode 7: He's Noble As F**k 1:43:41

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This week’s Multiverse’d kicks off with Kay crawling back from a kidney-infection boss battle just in time for a super-sick gig, and Zach absolutely acing at Wordle while celebrating Mizzou prowess. Between Pedialyte pops and vowel strategy debates, the duo slide into their alternative fan-casting of Lord of the Rings - complete with an unexpected …

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Horatio Gould 1:06:06

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From the hit podcast Fin vs History, it’s the nascent comedy superstar Horatio Gould! He’s here to explain why Men need to start doing more Business in saunas. He tells us just how violent and disgusting it should be to eat chicken. And everyone gets sidetracked in a discussion about a man who went into a cave and made sweet love to a chicken. Hora…

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Nick Mohammed 1:04:13

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Star of Celebrity Traitors, and Ted Lasso, and Slow Horses…Nick Mohammed is here revealing the five things that make him happiest. What happened when he was asked to perform one-on-one for his hero Andrew Lloyd Webber (awkward!)? Who was the inspiration for his hit character Mr Swallow? And what invaluable tips did he get from Paul Daniels? That’s …

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Sally Lindsay 1:06:35

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Episode 6: I'm Small, But I Have An Ample Bosom 1:25:39

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By Kay Hight, Zach Schmitt

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Dom Joly 1:04:48

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Which famous author does Dom Joly feel he may have to kill in order to get his perfect job? And why is he compelled to jump off every high perch that he comes across? And why was he caught in the bathroom of a High Court Judge semi-clothed? The answers are all in this fabulous podcast, where Dom Joly selects the Five Things that make his life most …

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Episode 5: They're Hidden, Not Secret 1:25:32

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In Episode 5, our duo dives into a (purposefully) scattershot conversation download, exploring a variety of topics ranging from chaotic life experiences, concert memories, the secrets of longevity, Disneyland lore, the best fair fare, and an appreciation for the little things in life. Kay almost dies, Zach wants better hot dogs, and everybody agree…

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September's Moments of the Month 1:21:01

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A bumper month of truly excellent shows! This podcast contains the best bits of each of our September shows so there's no new content (unless you include some links and a little bit of chat about Beef Rendang). But here you can enjoy a brief bit of: Irish stand-up powerhouse Ardal O'Hanlon! Podcaster and actor Georgia Tennant! US comedy megastar Ta…

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Joanna Page 1:08:42

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How did Joanna Page nearly cock up her Gavin and Stacey audition? How did she end up following Kenneth Branagh around in secret? The stories, the stories! This delightful episode with Gavin and Stacey’s Joanna Page is a delight from cover to cover (yeah yeah, podcast/book/bad analogy get lost). Her Brilliant Things include her unhinged dog Daisy (t…

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Phil Ellis 59:32

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He’s in Taskmaster, he’s had his own Radio series and for years he’s been one of the downright funniest stand-ups in Britain. Welcome to the Five Brilliant Things of Phil Ellis! Expect incredible stories about Rik Mayall, an awful kid’s game where you either get mauled by a dog or soaked in your friends urine. Expect the most harrowing ‘bad gig’ st…

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Episode 4: I Can't Ever Swerve for Alan Rickman 1:31:00

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Do lemons make you funny? Are you a microcrasher or megacrasher? Is a 'drunk-isode' in our future? These are just a few of the questions Kay and Zach tackle on this week's download, including a brand new segment (Serve, or Swerve?) where the duo dishes out their takes on characters' vibes, fashion do's/don't's, and their ultimate impact on the mult…

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Episode 3: I Cut Out Your Face and Put It Over Jonathan Groff's 1:21:22

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This time on the 'cast, the duo dives into the emotional turbulence of August and has a heated debate on the best animated feature films. Is K-Pop Demon Hunters truly S-tier? Kay opens up about navigating chronic illness and nausea (with cannabis as a welcome coping tool) and Zach brings stories from a recent con visit, sparking a discussion on nos…

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Taylor Tomlinson 1:09:49

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Comedy megastar Taylor Tomlinson has dropped into the studio in the middle of her world tour! And as you might imagine it’s an absolute belter of an episode. Her favourite things include siblings (where she talks about starting comedy as a 16 year old on the US Church circuit 😮) Taylor tells a chilling tale about leaving her comedy notebook lying a…

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Episode 2: Soapbox and Switch 1:10:20

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This time around, the duo chats about morning routines, caffeine preferences, and the creative process. After a quick trip down the high school memory lane, Kay and Zach dive into an improv game (new segment!) to tackle the rollercoaster of dating apps and an explanation(?) of Apex Legends via a large cast of gone-in-a-blink characters. Disclaimer:…

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Georgia Tennant 1:04:31

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Warning: This podcast starts with Very Strong Opinions about potatoes. It continues in a similarly esoteric vein as star of The Horne Section and Dr Who Georgia Tennant gives her opinions on the versatility of the humble glue-gun, some pretty straight-talking on MoonCups and how to psyche out opponents as an older netball team. It’s a cracking good…

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Episode 1: Voicemails from the Multiverse 1:20:58

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In this episode, Zach and Kay dive into a series of whimsical voicemails that present unique trials and tribulations - including an overnight sentient-being thruple dilemma - and explore the complexities of soda flavors, Hogwarts-coding, and the importance of your 'life mosaic'. Gosh, that's a lot of baggage.…

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Episode 0: My Psychic Told Me To Breakup With You 1:08:49

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Kay and Zach explore the origins of their friendship, the importance of authenticity in conversations, and the role of humor and creativity in their lives. Reflecting on the challenges of making friends as adults and the joy of connecting over shared experiences, they delve into the complexities of relationships -- including a humorous yet bizarre …

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August's Moments of the Month 51:25

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It's a taster of all the shows broadcast through August 2025, including Michael Dapaah talking about why Bernie Mac was such an influential comic, Tiff Stevenson running through some of her astonishing accent skills, Jake Lambert on the hunt for the person who shot his cat and a story about Howie Mandell from Red Richardson that you simply won't be…

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Ardal O'Hanlon 1:03:56

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One of the best comedians to ever come out of Ireland, Ardal O’Hanlon is a complete treat. He is brimming with excellent stories from his extraordinary life of stand-up comedy, acting and amateur tennis; illicit late-night oysters, holidays in Ireland back in the day, footballing heroics on exotic islands. This episode that is like a hot bath of de…

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Red Richardson 59:35

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Which mega-famous US celebrity has a room full of AI holograms that he talks to? It’s all in this podcast with ‘Stay Toxic’ Instagram star and brilliant comedian, Red Richardson. Aside from this extraordinary anecdote about being taken through rooms of madness, there’s also wonderful tales about Keith Floyd, some great stories about living wild in …

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Jake Lambert 57:16

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Food poisoning in Kyrgyzstan with Jack Dee? It's just one of the fantastic stories told by comedian Jake Lambert on today's fantastic episode of Five Brilliant Things. Other highlights include a vigilante mission to discover the man (or woman) who shot his cat and much much more. 🙀 Jake is huuuuge on Instagram where his reels do some serious number…

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Tiff Stevenson 59:14

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Are you an Umarell? Or will you become one? What is an Umarell? It’s all in Tiff Stevenson’s Five Brilliant Things. Tiff is a fantastic UK-based comic who has joined us in the studio to talk about the majesty of accents, the beauty of weddings, the taste of childhood sweets and the mysterious Umarell. It’s worth listening just for Tiff’s wonderful …

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July's Moments of the Month 53:15

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Four short clips from this month's episodes for the indecisive or time-poor podcast listener. This gives you a taster of what we did this month and if you like the sound of any of them you can go back and devour the whole thing. July's guests were Australian comic Felicity Ward, Ironman competitor and TV presenter Ashley Cain, comedian Sophie McCar…

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Michael Dapaah 55:31

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The YouTube sensation, the brains behind Big Shaq and the international hit 'Man's Not Hot' - it's Michael Dapaah and he's in the studio to tell Russell about his Five Brilliant Things. Michael's Brilliant Things include Bernie Mac (which has an unexpected story about Michael meeting Dave Chappelle in Ghana?!) and his ex-girlfriends. Michael talks …

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What Willy Cook 57:22

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Will can cook. And he’s become rather well-known on Instagram for his no-nonsense, chirpy recipes under the Instagram handle ‘What Willy Cook’. Well here he is with his Five Briliant Things, including the smell of mini-eggs, sandwiches in general and Portuguese food. It’s a cheeky sashay through these marvellous things and there’s some excellent fo…

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Sophie McCartney 1:00:28

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Do you fancy a romp through 90s nostalgia? Because comedian Sophie McCartney has got you covered. Her brilliant things include the X Files, Keanu Reeves, as well as some amazing frank stories about the less glamorous side of being a Mum (as you may expect from Sophie). Lots of fun and our Patreon episode is equally exciting with a run down of Russe…

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Ashley Cain 54:56

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This episode of Five Brilliant Things is an enormously powerful listen; an emotional journey through the extraordinary life and times of the TV Host and endurance athlete Ashley Cain. He talks with disarming honesty about finding strength and wisdom after the tragic death of his daughter, and his Five Brilliant Things are actually borne of his adve…

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June's Moments of the Month 47:17

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The best of our June shows! Starring Jake Humphrey, Harriet Kemsley, Jordan Banjo and Max Fosh. A snippet from each show that you can sample as a little amuse bouche (amuse oreille?) and see if you fancy listening to some more. It's the perfect way to find out about people you don't know or just trot away an hour or so. Please enjoy. Normal shows a…

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Felicity Ward 1:03:44

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Australian actor, comedian and infectious company (can we say that positively in a post-covid world?!) Felicity Ward is in the studio with Russell today. She’s here to talk about the five things that make her happiest, and they are belters. Felicity shares her passion for turning up as a surprise when you said you couldn’t make it, she talks about …

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Max Fosh 1:02:35

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Having dinner sitting next to a grizzly bear. Provoking a hundred muscle-bound men in Coventry. Visiting a laboratory in Spain to cook food using lightning. It could only be YouTube’s most innovative creator… Max Fosh! Russell and Max sit down to discuss Max’s Five Brilliant Things, which include many tales of his extraordinary life and the mad cha…

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Jordan Banjo 58:33

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JORDAN BANJO Jordan Banjo, from the Diversity street dance group, from I’m a Celeb, from Kiss FM is in the studio and his Five Brilliant Things are a huge amount of fun; from watching videos of Mums cutting fringes badly through to smelly pens and a surprising revelation about how old Jordan was before he’d tasted water… Get thee into this podcast …

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Harriet Kemsley 1:00:51

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From Last One Laughing it’s comedian Harriet Kemsley, who is great company and with some surprising stories; her youth flying in World War Two Fighter Planes to her snowboarding exploits PLUS find out why she could end up imprisoned in Guantanamo Bay… it’s all in this fantastic episode of Five Brilliant Things. 🎭 Harriet has just a few tour dates l…

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May's Moments of the Month 51:40

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Welcome to May's moments of the month; a show where we round up the highlights of all the episodes of the past month so you can have a nibble at all of them and see if they take your fancy. May 2025 in the studio we had Kae Kurd, Jeff Innocent, Jordan Stephens and Adam Buxton. Please enjoy this new monthly taster show. This won't change our normal …

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Jake Humphrey 57:26

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How did the F1 anchor cope when David Coulthard was so hungover he’s got a bucket between his legs just out of shot? When he was hosting the football, how badly was Jake reprimanded for jeering at the Ipswich fans from the commentary box? Jake Humphrey from the High Performance podcast (and formerly of CBBC) is in the studio with Russell to wax lyr…

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Adam Buxton 1:06:15

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Adam Buxton, the OG, the Podfather, king of all things Pod is here and he’s not just brought Five Brilliant Things - he’s also brought a load of nearly-ran Brilliant Things! Fascinating and funny as always, Adam takes us through why dinner is so important, how he’s unable to invent bedtime stories and which bird has a song like EDM. It’s just great…

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Jordan Stephens 56:40

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From Rizzle Kicks it’s the fabulous Jordan Stephens, and his brilliant things are brilliantly wide-ranging. What’s the greatest ever TV show intro theme? The answer is in here, as well as some mind-expanding discussions about the profundity of vegetables. 🥦 Hell yeah. 💿 Rizzle Kicks have recorded and released a new album which is called ‘Competitio…