Best Properly Howard Podcasts (2025)

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S5 Ep4: Adam Buxton: The ups and downs of memoir writing 57:45

8d ago57:45

57:45

First of all, thank you SCRIVENER for sponsoring Season 5! You can try Scrivener free for 30 days. And if you love it, (which you will) you can use the code FAILING and get 20% off, you lucky, lucky duckies. https://www.literatureandlatte.com/ OK... This week, be prepared to have your beautiful, unsullied little brain absolutely stuffed to the brim…

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S5 Ep3: Lyrical Waxings With Paul Armfield 59:17

22d ago59:17

59:17

We nattered and we caterwauled 'bout lyrics, punk and bands, and we shed a little light upon how melody can expand, and we talked of books and words and how they sometimes change a man, and by the end, our mate Paul Armfield had another couple o' fans. Lyrics. Are they different to poems? Are they an art form all of their very own? Is it best to wr…

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S5 Ep2: C.J. Tudor is back 57:17

29d ago57:17

57:17

Hello. Come here. A little closer. Closer. Don’t be afraid. There. That’s it. I’m going to tell you a story. A story about an author called C.J. Tudor. Who many years ago, waaay way back in season 1, episode 13, joined the Failing Writers Podcast for a harmless little natter. Back when they were just podcasting children, playing down in the basemen…

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S5 Ep1: Jennie Godfrey 1:02:03

1M ago1:02:03

1:02:03

Aaaaaaand we're back. Bet you missed us. Ah come on. Just a little bit? Oh. Well we're here now, so let's make the best of it. Now... let's look at the menu. What's for starters? A delicious breakfast at Bettys Tea Rooms - a proper Yorkshire institution. Then... the very antithesis of failing... Jennie Godfrey and her bestselling debut book: A List…

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Severance - S2 Wrap - feat. Excerpts w/Mark and w/Steve & Anthony 30:18

1M ago30:18

30:18

In this special final episode on our main Severance feed, we present key conversations offering fresh perspectives on Season 2's conclusion. First, hear an excerpt from David's Season Pass exclusive discussion with Mark from Nevermind the Music, who reframes the finale by contrasting emotional truth with factual mystery. Mark suggests the show prio…

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#71 - Logan's Run / Bonus Severance Coverage 1:09:59

1M ago1:09:59

1:09:59

Steve and Anthony find renewal with Logan's Run. Then they discuss Severance parallels with the film. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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BONUS - Severance S2 Wrap 1:15:39

2M ago1:15:39

1:15:39

Steve and Anthony take listener feedback and then bracket the episodes of season 2 to crown the champion episode. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Anything 4 U - Ep6 - Finished 30:42

2M ago30:42

30:42

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Severance - S02E10 - Cold Harbor 2:06:01

2M ago2:06:01

2:06:01

David, John, Anthony, and Steve enter Cold Harbor as they wrap up Season 2 of Severance. They give their vastly different opinions on the finale, discuss the emotional impact of the 78 minute episode, and talk about what mysteries remain. Severance Season Pass Caroline's GoFundMe Mentioned by Anthony Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to…

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Severance - S02E09 - The After Hours 1:26:14

2M ago1:26:14

1:26:14

David, John, Anthony, and Steve discuss the penultimate episode of Season 2 of Severance. They speculate on Burt's intentions, Milchick's changing loyalties, and whether you can cheat with your partner's innie. Severance Season Pass Contact Us Questions or comments? Send emails to: [email protected] Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, a…

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Anything 4 U - Ep5 - Tipped 31:18

2M ago31:18

31:18

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Severance - S02E08 - Sweet Vitriol 1:31:37

2M ago1:31:37

1:31:37

David, Anthony, and Steve discuss the origins of Harmony Cobel as she returns to Salt's Neck, her childhood home, to recover the original severance designs she created as a child prodigy. The hosts explore how this focused 37-minute episode humanizes Cobel through her backstory of child labor and exploitation, the significance of ether in Lumen's h…

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Supply Closet - Chikhai Bardo, Ego Death & Grief 43:21

2M ago43:21

43:21

David explores the themes of Chikhai Bardo, ego death, and grief in Severance Season 2, Episode 7 with returning guest & Psychology Professor Nichole from Nevermind the Music, and Tolkien scholar Marilyn R Pukkila. The group examines the liminal states Mark and Gemma experience, how the episode approaches death as a process rather than a binary sta…

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BONUS - Severance, mid-S2 predictions 19:59

3M ago19:59

19:59

Anthony and Steve talk about Severance with an eye to the series endgame. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Severance - S02E07 - Chikhai Bardo 1:24:41

3M ago1:24:41

1:24:41

David, John, Anthony, and Steve meet the many sides of Gemma in their coverage of Season 2, Episode 7 of Severance on Apple TV+. linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belon…

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Anything 4 U - Ep4 - Swabbed 26:40

3M ago26:40

26:40

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Severance - S02E06 - Attila 1:48:03

3M ago1:48:03

1:48:03

David, John, and Steve share their opinions and vessels in their coverage of Season 2, Episode 6 of Severance on Apple TV+. linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stated are ours personally and do not reflect the opinion of or belong to …

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Severance - S02E05 - Trojan's Horse 1:33:13

3M ago1:33:13

1:33:13

David, John, Anthony, and Steve get their first performance reviews in their coverage of Season 2, Episode 5 of Severance on Apple TV+. Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for $5 Severance Season Pass linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opini…

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Severance: Supply Closet - Personality Traits & The Science of Self 56:41

3M ago56:41

56:41

David welcomes back Nichole from Nevermind the Music podcast for a fascinating exploration of personality theory through the lens of Severance. They dive deep into how the show's four tempers connect to modern personality models, examining how the innies and outies demonstrate different traits despite sharing the same core self. The conversation sp…

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Anything 4 U - Ep3 - Catered 26:41

3M ago26:41

26:41

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Severance - S02E04 - Woe's Hollow 1:43:32

3M ago1:43:32

1:43:32

David, Steve, and Anthony break down the revelations and mysteries of "Woe's Hollow" as the innies experience their first company retreat in the Dieter Egan National Forest. They explore the visuals, the character dynamics, and mounting tensions that lead to a dramatic confrontation at the world's tallest waterfall. Contact Us Questions or Comments…

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#70 - A Few Good Men 1:18:02

4M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Steve and Anthony succumb to hubris with A Few Good Men. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Severance - S02E03 - Who is Alive? 1:47:11

4M ago1:47:11

1:47:11

David, John, Anthony, and Steve visit Mammalians Nurturable in their coverage of Season 2, Episode 3 of Severance on Apple TV+. Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for $5 Severance Season Pass linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? Send us an email at [email protected] Any opinions stat…

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#69 - Cocktail (1988) 52:26

4M ago52:26

52:26

Steve and Anthony get stupid drunk with Cocktail. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Anything 4 U - Ep2 - Dumped 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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Severance - S02E02 - Goodbye, Mrs. Selvig 1:36:31

4M ago1:36:31

1:36:31

David, John, Anthony, and Steve talk praise Kier for pineapples in their coverage of Season 2, Episode 2 of Severance on Apple TV+. Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for $5 Severance Season Pass Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, and Network Affiliates linktr.ee/thelorehounds Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments and/or thoughts to share? …

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#68 - Moneyball 1:10:12

4M ago1:10:12

1:10:12

Steve and Anthony get nerdy with Moneyball. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Severance - S02E01 - Hello, Ms. Cobel 1:37:23

4M ago1:37:23

1:37:23

David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for…

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Severance - S02E01 - Hello, Ms. Cobel 1:37:23

4M ago1:37:23

1:37:23

David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Sign up for the One-Time Season Pass for…

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Severance - Season 2 Preview 52:50

4M ago52:50

52:50

David, John, Anthony, and Steve give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Links to Patreon, Supercast, Discord, an…

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Severance - Season 2 Preview 52:50

4M ago52:50

52:50

Anthony, Steve, David, and John give their thoughts on Season 1 of Severance, before speculating about what Lumon has in store during Season 2. IMPORTANT: Subscribe to the Severance feed linked below for all coverage after episode one. It will not be on the Lorehounds or Properly Howard feeds. Severance Feed Contact Us Deep lore questions, comments…

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Anything 4 U - Ep1 - Stripped 28:33

4M ago28:33

28:33

Hello Worldwrights, The Failing Writers are now on a little sabbatical, plotting, (or possibly pantsing) the next season of the podcast and maybe... maybe... even writing some stuff? I'd like to think so anyway. In absentia, they've decided to bring you all 6 episodes of Anything 4 U, which some of you may remember being occasionally mentioned on t…

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#67 - Ghost (1990) 59:38

4M ago59:38

59:38

Steve and Anthony get romantically spooky with Ghost. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Entrepreneur, Philanthropist, & Self Proclaimed Mr. Optimism shares advice on Living Your Best Life! 1:36:06

4M ago1:36:06

1:36:06

Lex Lindquist is a young entrepreneur who founded Leche Life, an entertainment business which provides luxurious Miami experiences through rentals of beautiful Yachts, Exotic cars, Luxury villas, Plush condos, Party buses & VIP night life. Born to an American dad & Haitian mother, Lex soon became a Philanthropist and started a non profit organizati…

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S4 Ep27 A Stroll Down Memory Lane 1:05:17

4M ago1:05:17

1:05:17

Hello and happy new year, you lovely lot. Please allow us a moment of self indulgence now, as all three of us bring you a bonus episode looking back on where we were 4 years ago, when we first began this lovely little writing / podcasting project. Because for some inexplicable reason, we've decided to take our first ever episode and provide a kind …

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#66 - 3000 Miles to Graceland 54:43

5M ago54:43

54:43

Steve and Anthony get poisoned by 3000 Miles to Graceland. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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S4 Ep26 Flash Fiction Competition Runners Up 2024 35:44

5M ago35:44

35:44

This week we have a look at the rest of our festive flash fiction competition shortlist. Warning: They’re upsettingly good. Any one of them, frankly, could have won. Which must rankle somewhat. Thankfully though, this is the moment they can shine. Here were the winners (Announced last week): Katie Holloway: https://loseyourselfbooks.wordpress.com/ …

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A Very Howard Christmas + Superman Trailer 52:13

5M ago52:13

52:13

Stevland and Anthony chat about all things Xmas, then discuss Gunn's Superman reboot. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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S4 Ep25 Festive Flash Fiction WINNER 43:08

5M ago43:08

43:08

Winners winners, turkey dinners! Thanks to the absolute legends at SCRIVENER - https://www.literatureandlatte.com/ You can get 20% off a copy by using the code 'failing' until the end of 2024. ORRRR maybe... just maybe... you've already won a copy, and you don’t know it? Well there's only one way to find out isn't there? by listening to this episod…

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#65 - Death Wish (1974) 51:53

5M ago51:53

51:53

Steve and Anthony get revenge with Death Wish. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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S4 Ep24 The Lost Art Of Letter Writing 1:18:02

5M ago1:18:02

1:18:02

Don't forget you can still get 20% off SCRIVENER using the code 'failing' until the new year - so do that first before you get side-tracked with all the less-important Christmas stuff. OK. Done that? Great. Now listen to this lovely episode featuring the wonderful Amy Daughters talking about how hand written letters can help bring people together. …

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#64 - Young Guns / YG2 1:02:02

5M ago1:02:02

1:02:02

Steve and Anthony visit the spirit world with Young Guns 2 (while also discussing the finer points of the original movie). If you have questions, send them to [email protected]. And we would love an iTunes review (which we read on the podcast). Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri…

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S4 Ep23 Resuscitating The Subject of English (pt2) 1:03:53

5M ago1:03:53

1:03:53

Time to finish our letter to Bridget Phillipson, and once again thank the incredible teachers we spoke to, and the pupils for their fabulous creative writing. And hey, thank yourself too! Whether you like it or not, you're now part of our powerful army of activists, who are going to help bring about a U-turn in reading and writing! Let's start toda…

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Severance - 0109 - The We We Are 48:19

6M ago48:19

48:19

Steve and Anthony cover the final episode of what could be the best first season in recent memory. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy The Lorehounds & Properly Howard

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Severance - 0108 - What's for Dinner? 1:01:46

6M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

The one with the waffle party. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy The Lorehounds & Properly Howard

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#63 - American Gangster 1:01:38

6M ago1:01:38

1:01:38

Steve and Anthony hustle with American Gangster. Check out all of the amazing podcasts affiliated with thelorehounds.com. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Steve/Anthony

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Severance - 0107 - Defiant Jazz 54:30

6M ago54:30

54:30

What's the difference between a gala and a soiree? Do actors barf their own barf? Steve and Anthony talk about these important topics and more! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy The Lorehounds & Properly Howard

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S4 Ep22 Resuscitating The Subject of English (pt1) 37:41

6M ago37:41

37:41

"Thank goodness for the Failing Writers." A phrase you've no doubt overheard people say quite a lot over the years. At bus stops. Maybe in libraries? At the off licence? No? Not even the off license? Oh. Anyway - not to worry - this week you're ALMOST CERTAIN to hear it, as Jon and Tom slip their pants on over their tights and become SAVIOURS OF TH…

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Severance - 0106 - Hide and Seek 54:27

6M ago54:27

54:27

Anthony and Steve discuss the most arresting reveal so far in the season for Dylan. Check out theLorehounds.com and consider becoming a Patreon member! Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy The Lorehounds & Properly Howard

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Severance - 0105 - The Grim Barbarity of Optics and Design 54:00

6M ago54:00

54:00

Steve and Anthony discuss the weirdest episode of the weirdest show. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy The Lorehounds & Properly Howard

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