Best Luke Knowles Podcasts (2025)

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Beau Simmons: Photographs the Soul of the American West (Free Version) 1:40:18

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Acclaimed photographer Beau Simmons at Kimes Ranch in the Fort Worth Stockyards. Beau, known for his evocative fine art photography capturing the soul of the American West, shares his journey from fashion photography to documenting the raw, authentic lives of cowboys and cowgirls. Inspired by the mantra "when you're green, you grow; when you're rip…

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TV Time Machine # 22 - August 2000 - Popular, TV to Go, The Weakest Link 1:01:40

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Matt and Luke hop abroad the TV Time Machine to look at the TV landscape of August 2000. He will soon have so many TV shows to his name and swimming pools full of money, but in August of 2000, Ryan Murphy debuted his first show on the teen skewing network The WB. The show, Popular, is a teen comedy with a strange mix of tones but some DNA of Glee, …

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# 491: Unforgiveable, The Assassin, Too Much, Destination X, 1:18:50

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Matt and Dawn welcome a new voice to the show, site contributor Ruthie Nugent, to review 4 brand new shows. First up, Jimmy McGovern's hard hitting single drama Unforgivable. Prime Video's The Assassin, which sees Keeley Hawes as a retired Assassin forced out of retirement just as her son arrives to visit. Next, Lena Dunham's first new project in y…

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TV Time Machine # 21: Big Brother 1 1:22:55

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In the summer of 2000, Channel 4 took a gamble. They devoted 7 weeks of their schedule (albeit, at 11pm) to a brand new show branded as a 'social experiment' which placed strangers in a house. Locked away from the public for 7 weeks, voted off by members of the group, Big Brother launched to little fanfare or expectation but slowly morphed into one…

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Kenny Platt | NCHA Futurity Champion, How To Succeed In and Out Of The Arena (Free Version) 1:47:44

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NCHA Hall of Famer and co-host Jesse Lennox, aka "The Louis Vuitton Vaquero" is back on the show with cutting horse legend Kenny Platt. With over $4 million in lifetime earnings and an NCHA Futurity win under his belt, Kenny shares the highs and lows of his career, from his mental toughness in the show pen to the life-changing advice that shaped hi…

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Most Replayed Moment: Jesse Lennox Coming To America, Border Chaos and The Pressure of the NCHA Futurity (Free Version) 18:26

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Featuring NCHA Hall of Fame legend Jesse Lennox! Gripping tale of a border crossing gone awry, where a duffel bag stuffed with questionable "Vita bars" and a shaky love story about “Shelby” nearly derail his U.S. return. With sweaty palms and a stern immigration officer breathing down his neck, Jesse’s quick thinking and cowboy charm make for a hil…

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# 490: The Bear, Department Q, Smoke, Transaction 1:15:39

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TV has been pretty quiet of late. That is, of course, unless you're a Wimbledon or Football fan. However, Luke, Matt and Dawn are back to review 4 new shows available on streaming Platforms and ITV2. Firstly, one of the best shows of the decade, The Bear, returns for its fourth season. It's fair to say that season 3 received a lukewarm response fro…

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TV Time Machine #20 June 2000: Chambers, Up Rising, McCreedy & Daughter 1:18:20

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Matt and Luke are back aboard their TV Time Machine to journey back to June of 2000. June isn't a great time for television, and the four shows that debuted back in 2000 are proof of that. There's McCready and Daughter which is the first post EastEnders role for Patsy Palmer. Then there's BBC comedy Chambers which was a studio based sitcom about a …

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Rodeo Legend Luke Branquinho: What It Takes To Become a 5x World Champion (Free Version) 1:04:47

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Five-time world champion steer wrestler Luke Branquinho! Ever wondered what drives a rodeo legend to risk it all to be their best? Luke reveals the raw nerves and adrenaline rush of competing at the 2025 American Rodeo after a three-year hiatus, proving he’s still got it. From his iconic “shake” that lit up arenas to hilarious behind-the-scenes car…

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Eddie Priefert | How Priefert Grew To 1,000 Employees and 35 Acres Under Roof (Free Version) 1:00:48

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President of Priefert Manufacturing; a powerhouse in rodeo and ranching equipment! Eddie spills the beans on transforming a family legacy into a global brand, from crafting iconic blue chutes to dominating the steel industry. With grit, humor, and a fearless approach to failure, Eddie shares wild tales—like building rocket-ship roping chutes that c…

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Gerry Gesell | Cowboy, Craftsman, Actor: Secrets of a Modern Renaissance Man Revealed (Free Version) 2:15:16

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Recorded at Kimes Ranch in the Fort Worth Stockyards, this episode features Gerry Gesell, a ranch manager, leather craftsman, polo player, cow horse competitor, podcast host, and actor. Gerry's brand, "Many Irons", born from the mantra “many irons in the fire,” connects cowboys, surfers, and firefighters through shared stories and wearable art. Ger…

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# 489: What It Feels Like for a Girl, Death Valley, Stick, Adults 1:18:39

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Original host of the podcast, Luke, joins Matt and Dawn to review four new shows available this week. Firstly, there's queer coming of age drama What It Feels Like a Girl from BBC Three. Followed by cosy crime drama Death Valley starring Timothy Spall as a beloved TV detective who is coaxed out of his hermit lifestyle when a murder happens on his d…

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TV Time Machine # 19 May 2000: Coupling, Baddiel & Skinner Unplanned, Lock Stock 1:21:43

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Matt and Luke board the TV Time Machine to look at the TV landscape of May 2000. Steven Moffat's relationship comedy Coupling begins on BBC Two. David Baddiel and Frank Skinner take to a sofa for their new format which sees them sit in front of an audience with no plans of what they're going to discuss, Baddiel & Skinner Unplanned. Guy Ritchie ride…

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#488: Poker Face, The Bombing of Pan Am 103, Murderbot and a brand new quiz! 1:14:28

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Matt is joined by regular contributors Dawn Glen and Mo Walker to review four new shows available this week. First, there's the second season of Rian Johnson's exquisite procedural Poker Face, which finally returns after a long wait. Next, the BBC has their take on the Lockerbie disaster in the calmly told The Bombing of Pan Am 103. On ITV, there's…

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Erin Taormino | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:32:58

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Erin Taormino, the first woman to win the 2025 World's Greatest Horseman title. Erin shares her journey from a Canadian grain farm to breaking barriers in the cow horse world, overcoming self-doubt and a late start in the sport. She reflects on training her horse, Hazardous Material, for four events despite not being a roper, and the humbling momen…

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TV in 2025 So far 1:00:12

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In a change of pace, Matt is joined by Luke to assess how they are feeling about the TV we've had so far this year. Has it been a good year so far? Have there been many original hits? Have the returning favourites lived up to expectations? Can terrestrial television still be part of the conversation? Enjoy this free flowing conversation between two…

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Drew Knowles - XIT Ranch | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:00:04

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Drew Knowles, a modern-day steward of the historic XIT Ranch, a 3-million-acre legacy tied to the construction of Texas’ State Capitol. Drew shares the ranch’s storied past, from its 1885 founding to its revival under his and his wife Abby’s leadership. With a philosophy degree shaping his critical thinking, Drew discusses the art of ranching, the …

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Shawn Wiese | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:57:07

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Former bull rider turned sports agent and Vexil brand founder. In this episode, Shawn recounts his 15-year bull riding career, from head-stomping injuries to securing Monster Energy’s sponsorship for professional bull riding through his agency, XD Sports. With humor and honesty, he shares the hustle of navigating corporate deals, the emotional weig…

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# 487: Malpractice, The Four Seasons, Étoile 55:04

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Matt, Dawn and Mo are back to review the new shows available this week. On ITV, there's a second series of medical thriller Malpractice. It's an odd show to bring back given that it wasn't a big show or overly discussed but it would appear that ITV are hoping this will be a returning series featuring a team who are brought in to investigate medical…

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Joshua Quimby | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 53:32

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On this episode of The Converse Cowboy, dive into the world of Nashville singer - songwriter Joshua Quimby, whose third album, 'Something Like Country', drops June 6th. From folky roots to bold, genre-blending sounds, Joshua shares his creative awakening, battles with vices, and growth through grit. With raw tales of tour life and staying true to h…

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TV Time Machine # 18: When Louis Met Savile, The Secret Life of Michael Fry, Bob Martin 1:20:04

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Matt and Luke hop back aboard their TV Time Machine to look at the TV landscape of April 2000. On ITV, there's comedy Bob Martin, starring Michael Barrymore who somewhat spoofs his own career as a narcistic game show Bob Martin. On the BBC Two, Louis Theroux gets to know Jimmy Saville in a documentary that has come to dominate Theroux's career. On …

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# 486: The Last of Us, I Jack Wright, North of North 58:41

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Matt, Dawn and Sarah review new Sky Max travelogue Joe Lycett's United States of Birmingham, which gives Sarah the opportunity to talk eloquently about the city she loves. Then, Unforgotten writer Chris Lang has a new mystery series on U&Alibi featuring a ton of familiar faces. There's also a sweet hidden gem in Canadian drama North of North which …

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# 485: Doctor Who, Black Mirror & Government Cheese 47:55

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Matt and Dawn are joined by Doctor Who superfan Suky to discuss the second series of Russell T Davies' take on the iconic character. They also review an episode of the seventh series of Black Mirror which is available on Netflix. Finally, a show that the team genuinely can't get their heads around with quirky Apple TV+ show Government Cheese. There…

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Monty Buntin | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:28:14

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$3 Million NCHA money earner, Monty Buntin, shares his rise from a tough Arizona childhood to the NCHA Hall of Fame. Monty shares hard-earned lessons on staying composed under pressure, executing with purpose, and rooting ambition in gratitude. From mastering the show pen to mentoring others, his story proves: hold triumph in your mind, and you’ll …

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484: Reunion, Dying For Sex, Your Friends and Austin 55:14

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Dawn and Mo join Matt to review 4 shows available this week. First, the BBC's latest tense crime drama entitled Reunion, the shows centres around a deaf man being released from Prison. Next, Michelle Williams and Jenny Slate shine in brand new Disney+ dramedy, Dying for Sex. Based on the podcast of the same name, it centres around a woman who goes …

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Meng Lee | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:05:04

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Rodeo Roads: Capturing the Cowboy Spirit This episode uncovers the creative and conscious journey of professional filmmaker, Meng Lee. In this raw and heartfelt series, Meng—a Western storyteller shaped by rodeo, personal growth, and serendipitous connections—shares his path from pizza maker to capturing cowboy culture. Meng’s infectious positivity…

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Kimes Million Dollar Breakaway - Matt & Amanda Kimes | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 44:30

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Tune in to this episode, featuring Matt and Amanda Kimes, the heart behind Kimes Ranch. Recorded at the 2024 Kimes Ranch Million-Dollar Breakaway in Scottsdale, this interview unveils the couple’s journey from 2009 dreamers to Western industry trailblazers. With raw honesty, they share how focus, grit, and a belief in "someday" turned a ten-month v…

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# 483: This City is Ours, The Residence, The Studio, The Severance finale 1:04:47

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Dawn and Tyler join Matt to review the week's notable TV. First, BBC One's gangster drama This is City is Ours starring Sean Bean. Next, Netflix's lavish comedy murder mystery from Shondaland, The Residence. Then, Apple lampoons Hollywood in Seth Rogen's comedic satire The Studio. Finally, the trio breaks down the Season 2 finale of Severance discu…

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Hali and Speed Williams | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 27:50

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In this episode, 8-time World Champ Speed Williams and his daughter Hali, a breakaway roping phenom, unpack their journey to the Kimes Ranch Million Dollar Breakaway in Scottsdale, Arizona. Speed’s revolutionary roping legacy meets Hali’s fearlessness, blending fundamentals, gratitude, and raw grit. From backyard practice to big money, this father-…

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# 482 - Adolescence, Dope Thief, Protection 55:54

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Matt and Dawn are joined by the original Custard TV podcaster, Gary Redrup to review 3 shows available this week. They begin with the truly staggering Netflix drama series Adolescence, which might be the most discussed and praised British drama in a very long time. It is a marvel in both writing and filmmaking. All 4 episodes are filmed in one sing…

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Chad Bushaw | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:46:35

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In this episode of The Converse Cowboy, Chad Bushaw takes us on a journey from his humble beginnings in rural Oregon to becoming a top wealth manager and a dominant force in the cutting horse world. He shares how a childhood field trip to Oxbow Ranch sparked his passion for horses and set him on a path that intertwined business and the equine indus…

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TV Time Machine #17: March 2000: DA Ali G Show, Jam, Randall & Hopkrirk (Deceased) 54:10

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Luke and Matt board the TV Time Machine to view the TV landscape of March 2000. Ross Kemp signs a 'golden handcuffs deal' with ITV to work for solely for that broadcaster. The result, at least initially, is a single drama entitled Hero of the Hour, which stars Kemp as a security guard who unwittingly becomes a hero when he foils a robbery. On the B…

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#481: Toxic Town, Bergerac, Get Millie Black, Small Town Big Story 52:46

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Mo Walker and Dawn Glen join Matt to review four new shows available this week. On Netflix, Jack Thorne's tackles the little-known story of what happened to mothers who gave birth to babies with birth defects in the Northamptonshire town of Corby in four-part drama Toxic Town. Channel 4 has new crime drama, Get Millie Black, which sees a British Af…

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TV Time Machine #15: February 2000: My Hero, Nature Boy, That Peter Kay Thing, EastEnders Anniversary 50:53

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Matt and Luke hop aboard their TV Time Machine to view the TV landscape of February 2000. EastEnders turns 15 with a double episode which sees the residents of Albert Square locked in the Vic when an unexploded WW2 bomb discovered nearby. The BBC try their at a traditonal American sitcom, with audience laughter and a team of writers producing the A…

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Ned LeDoux | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 53:14

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In this episode of The Converse Cowboy, I sit down with country artist Ned LeDoux for an in-depth conversation about his career, the profound influence of his father, the legendary Chris LeDoux, and how that legacy continues to shape his life and music. Ned shares stories of growing up in a rodeo and music-filled world, the lessons he’s carried for…

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BONUS: Eastenders 40th Anniversary 57:00

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In this bonus episode - Matt, Dawn and Mo discuss Eastenders' 40th anniversary week including the live episode. Topics include Mo's Eastenders origin story and Dawn's love of people acting whilst trapped under beams. As ever please let us know if you like this bonus and whether you would like similar episodes in the future.…

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# 480: The White Lotus, A Thousand Blows, Dope Girls, Zero Day 56:48

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TV Insider Paul Symonds joins Matt and Dawn to review 4 of the biggest shows available this week. Firstly, it's the return of Mike White's HBO anthology series The White Lotus, set at another luxurious resort this time in Thailand. The podcast trio look into what makes the show so successful and drills into the big themes of the opening episode. Ne…

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The Converse Cowboy | Solo Reflections For Shared Growth (Free Version) 6:14

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Gratitude is the best fallback plan!! This exclusive bonus episode (subscribe to listen)—just over five minutes long—is packed full of in the moment insights designed to shift your perspective, spark inspiration, and infuse your day with Gratitude. Whether you need a mindset reset or just a moment to reflect, this short but powerful episode will le…

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# 479: Unforgotten, Big Boys, Apple Cider Vinegar, Hacks 1:04:59

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Matt, Dawn and Sarah are back to review three shows we've always championed. Firstly, Sanjeev Bhaskar packs his backpack for series 6 of the jewel in ITV's crown Unforgotten. He returns along with new colleague Jessie (Sinéad Keenan) to investigate another cold case when body parts are found in a river. The series introduces us to four disconnected…

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Dr. Tyler Troop | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:35:59

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In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Tyler Troop of Performance Equine Associates for a down-to-earth conversation about life as a performance horse veterinarian. Dr. Troop shares his journey—from tackling the challenges of vet school to working with some of the top equine athletes in the industry. We dive into the realities of equine sports medici…

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# 478: Brian & Maggie, Miss Austen, Go Back Where You Came From, Amandaland 1:02:53

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Matt is joined by Dawn and Mo to review another 4 new shows. On Channel 4, Steve Coogan interviews Harriet Walter's Margeret Thatcher in true life drama Brian & Maggie. The BBC's latest Sunday night fare tells the little known story behind the Austen sisters in Miss Austen. Channel 4 tackles people's views on the migrant crisis in slightly controve…

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Time Machine 17 – Jan 2000: Trigger Happy TV, Castaway, At Home with The Braithwaites, Clocking Off 1:27:36

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Matt, Dawn and Gary board the TV Time Machine and enter a new Millennium. They review four new shows that began in January. Dom Jolly takes to the streets to terrorise and irritate the British public in Channel 4's hidden camera hit Trigger Happy TV. The BBC attempt the UK's first big reality series by sending groups of people to spend a year on a …

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Tim O'Keefe | The Converse Cowboy (Free Version) 1:34:36

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Tim O'Keefe is a professional photographer with many interests, including guitar, performance horses, motorcycles, owner and founder of the magazine, 'The Few'. IG: @tim.okeefe This episode is brought to you by Kimes Ranch, (kimesranch.com) and Kerry Kelley Bits & Spurs, (kerrykelleyspurs.com) Enjoy the show!! The Converse Cowboy…

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# 477: Severance Season 2, Prime Target, Out There and American Primeval 1:10:18

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Dawn and Sarah join Matt to review four new shows and break down their thoughts on the latest episodes of The Traitors. First, after a 3-year absence, Severance is finally back on Apple TV+ Easily one of the most anticipated shows of the year, the trio get lost in the immersive world of Lumon Industries while Sarah turns to Reddit to explore what t…

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# 476: Lockerbie: A Search for Truth. Playing Nice, Patience, The Traitors 1:19:30

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Dawn and Sarah join Matt to talk about the best Christmas TV and review the first 4 new shows of the new year. Firstly, Sky and Peacock bring us Colin Firth in a harrowing retelling of one man's search for answers following the Lockerbie disaster. Then, James Norton stars as a father who learns he may have brought the wrong baby home from the hospi…

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# 475: The Best Shows of 2024 1:38:24

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It's the final pod of 2024, looking back on the very best the TV had to offer. Luke and Dawn join Matt to count their personal Top 10's of the year whilst also counting down the favourites of the wider Custard TV team. Expect discussions on Slow Horses, Mr & Mrs Smith, True Detective: Night Country, Rivals and many more.…

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The Custard TV Christmas Party: Un-edited, Unprepared and un-festive 2:15:23

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In what is slowly becoming a festive tradition, members of the custardtv podcast get together to chat. Not to review a show, but to chat as friends and look back, look forward and try to make sense at the same time. Enjoy the freest podcast of the year as Matt, Dawn, Mo & Sarah get together for an end-of-year chat and unofficial Christmas party.…

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Time Machine 16: Dec '99: Sex And Death, Last Christmas, Snow Graham Norton, Rock Profile 58:35

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Matt and Luke board the TV Time Machine for one final time in 1999 to review 4 not so festive treats from December. Firstly, Martin Clunes stars in an off-kilter comedy drama about the inner workings of a shock TV show entitled 'Sex And Death' Then, there's the only Christmassy-sounding show, in BBC One's sort of family drama Last Christmas starrin…

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474: No Good Deed, What We Do in the Shadows, Bad Tidings, You Bet 48:50

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Matt is joined by podcast regulars Dawn Glen and Sophie Davies to review dark comedy No Good Deed on Netflix. Christmassy fare Bad Tidings on Sky as well as the final season of What We Do in the Shadows on Disney+.By Luke Knowles

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# 473: Black Doves, The Agency, Mrs. Davis & The Sticky 49:10

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Matt's back with Dawn Glen and Mo Walker to review the high-octane British spy thriller Black Doves on Netflix. Slightly less high-octane but still a spy thriller, The Agency over on Paramount+ as well as the high concept US drama Mrs Davis and true crime drama The Sticky from Prime Video.By Luke Knowles