Best Rob Blackburne Podcasts (2025)

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Christiane Amanpour: From Global Crises to Personal Truths 50:01

5m ago50:01

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From the war zones of Bosnia to the frontlines of Gaza, Christiane Amanpour has reported from the epicentres of global upheaval for over three decades. Her commitment to being “truthful, not neutral” made her one of the most respected correspondents of her generation and a sharp, unwavering voice in the age of misinformation. In this episode of Ful…

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Laura Bates: Misogyny, Machine Learning and The Manosphere 1:04:12

4d ago1:04:12

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From founding the Everyday Sexism Project to unpicking how AI is entrenching misogyny, Laura Bates has become one of the UK’s most unflinching feminist voices. In this episode of Full Disclosure, she joins James O’Brien to explore how one devastating week in her early twenties sparked a lifetime of activism- and why storytelling, statistics, and sc…

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Introducing... Christiane Amanpour Presents: The Ex Files 39:29

10d ago39:29

39:29

There was once hope in the Middle East, but does it now feel further away than ever? In this first episode, unparalleled insight into groundbreaking peace deals left dangling, a recent covert negotiation effort in the West Bank, revealed for the first time… and what it's like having Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat hang up on you live on air. As Pr…

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If not Wilshere, then who? 56:42

7d ago56:42

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Plus, a big announcement from Norwich City Women's Flo Allen.01:30 - Today's question - Who do YOU want as NCFC manager?02:40 - What managers are in the frame? 05:00 - Chris Goreham live15:40 - Ben Knapper interview33:10 - Flo Allen interview43:50 - Jevan Cook and Joey Rapley - summer reporters49:20 - The man who made Wembley…

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Christian O’Connell: I had everything I ever wanted, and I was falling apart 1:03:45

11d ago1:03:45

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From dominating the UK airwaves to starting over on the other side of the world, Christian O’Connell is a broadcaster and writer who has built a career out of connection, candour, and comedy. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with Christian to trace the path from his childhood in Hampshire to becoming one of the UK’s most …

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Onel and his FIFTEEN shirts 56:30

17d ago56:30

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Rob Butler and Chris Reeve reflect on a day of goodbyes at Carrow Road.02:25 - Onel Hernandez exclusive - He wore 15 shirts to give out 04:15 - Big question - What should be on Knapper's shopping list?05:40 - Have you ever been smuggled into a football ground?07:00 - Big Robert song. 08:20 - Angus Gunn post Cardiff interview14:50 - How big of a mis…

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Brian Conley: “I made everyone laugh, that was my defence mechanism.” 1:10:00

21d ago1:10:00

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From the world of variety to the West End stage, Brian Conley has built a career around his infectious energy, unique humour, and remarkable talent. In this episode of Full Disclosure, Brian opens up about his journey, from growing up in a working-class family to finding solace and confidence in showbiz. He reflects on the highs of performing with …

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Farewell Angus, Onel and Jacob 56:41

21d ago56:41

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Plus, what did fans think of Jack Wilshere's audition at Boro? 01:30 - Angus Gunn to depart Norwich City in the summer. 04:30 - Big question - Should Wilshere get the job permenantly?08:00 - Nick Mashiter interview17:55 - Wilshere post Middlesbrough24:30 - Reacting to your tweets. 28:40 - Tim Sheppard interview. 39:00 - Fan of the week - Matt Mills…

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Kenneth Roth: Tyrants Trust Sycophants, I Challenge Them with the Truth 1:05:04

28d ago1:05:04

1:05:04

Kenneth Roth, former executive director of Human Rights Watch, has spent over three decades at the forefront of the global human rights movement, challenging abusive governments and fighting for justice. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Kenneth to discuss his extraordinary career, from his early years learning his fa…

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Ash Atalla: The Office, The IT Crowd, and the Unlikely Road to Comedy Success 1:01:12

1M ago1:01:12

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Ash Atalla, the creative mind behind some of the most beloved British comedies, sits down with James O'Brien to explore his incredible journey from a challenging childhood in Northern Ireland to becoming a powerhouse producer in television. From The Office to The IT Crowd, Big Boys and more, Ash shares the pivotal moments that shaped his career, in…

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Jacob Wright on his future 56:30

1M ago56:30

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The on-loan Manchester City midfielder speaks to Rob Butler and Chris ReeveBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Steven Frayne: I Had To Kill Dynamo To Be Steven 1:08:14

1M ago1:08:14

1:08:14

Steven Frayne, formerly known as Dynamo, takes us on an extraordinary journey from the tough streets of Bradford to becoming one of the world’s most celebrated magicians. In this revealing episode of Full Disclosure, Steven opens up about his transformative life experiences- growing up in a single-parent household, dealing with adversity, and findi…

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#72 - How to Scale a Construction Company with Ian Lambert | Paul Mort Talks Sh*t Podcast 52:53

1M ago52:53

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How do you scale a construction company WITHOUT burning out, f*cking up your margins, or ending up back on the tools? In this episode, I sit down with my client Ian Lambert, a builder who decided he was DONE being “just another tradesman”… and instead built a serious business. We break down exactly how the coaching in Alliance helped Ian: ✅ Go from…

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From Home Park to home comforts 56:41

1M ago56:41

56:41

Rob Butler and Chris Reeve pick the bones out of Plymouth and look ahead to SunderlandBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Carol Vorderman LIVE! Numbers, Politics, and Finding Her Voice 1:12:10

2M ago1:12:10

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Carol Vorderman is best known as the queen of Countdown, but there’s far more to her than just numbers. From growing up in a single-parent household to becoming one of the most recognisable women in British television, her journey has been anything but ordinary. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien explores Carol’s path from excelling …

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The Data Debate 56:41

2M ago56:41

56:41

Plus, Rob Butler and Chris Reeve reflect on Josh Sargent's late heroicsBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Jon Ronson: “It's good training for a journalist, being bullied at school.” 57:57

2M ago57:57

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From investigating the minds of psychopaths to examining the impact of public shaming in the digital age, Jon Ronson is a journalist and author who has built a career exploring stories that reveal the complexities of human nature. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Jon to unpack the experiences that shaped his unique o…

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The Milk Cup Men 56:42

2M ago56:42

56:42

Steve Bruce, Mark Barham and Chris Woods join Rob to look back at the '85 Milk Cup win.00:18 - Intro - Milk Cup commentary. 03:30 - Recap of local radio commentary. 09:30 - Kathy Blake and Lorraine Taylor share their memories from '85. 14:45 - Steve Bruce interview. 25:15 - Memories of Steve Bruce at Norwich. 27:15 - Emails from Norwich fans. 27:55…

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David Harewood: "I was not 'black' enough, I didn't know where I fit in" 1:02:32

2M ago1:02:32

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David Harewood is one of Britain's finest actors, but fame found him late in life after he was cast as CIA Director David Estes in smash-hit show Homeland. In this fascinating episode of Full Disclosure, join James O'Brien as he takes a tour around David's life, from his early childhood, racist abuse from theatre reviewers, his psychosis diagnosis …

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My Seasons Petering Out 5:02

2M ago5:02

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How do you find excitement again when you’re seasons petering out? Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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Football is Constant Chaos 5:20

2M ago5:20

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Football and life will not go the way you want it too, it’s about how you roll with the punches. Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eli…

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Letting a lead slip, Holt walks for charity and play-offs gone 57:14

2M ago57:14

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Phil Daley and Chris Reeve get your Norwich City dog XI - It makes sense when you listen.By BBC Radio Norfolk

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The Courage To Be Coached 30:35

2M ago30:35

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On this longer episode today I have the legend that is sports psychologist supreme Keval Patel and we talk about the power of being coached. Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confiden…

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From Surviving to Thriving 12:58

2M ago12:58

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The journey I want to take you on as a pro, this is how I take you from football being a prison to football being fun again. Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com…

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Response or Reaction (It’s Match Day) 7:59

2M ago7:59

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Jen said to me, are you losing your head? I said no I’m good! You won’t believe what happened to me! Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram …

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Selective Amnesia 5:36

2M ago5:36

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Great players have the ability to do this, do you? Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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Alistair McGowan: My friends laughed when I said I was doing comedy 1:07:48

2M ago1:07:48

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Alistair McGowan is a man of many talents, as well as being one of the UKs most beloved impressionists. From award winning performances on the West End Stage, sell-out pianist shows and dominating the 90s and 00s sketch TV scene, he is a man that never disappoints to entertain. In this episode, James O'Brien goes back in time to Alistair's school d…

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Judgement Or Feedback 7:49

2M ago7:49

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Do you have an elite mentality? If you do, you’ll do this… Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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Mentality of The Elites 7:49

2M ago7:49

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Do you go into judgement or feedback? Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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Stop Fighting The Current 6:55

2M ago6:55

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You’re flapping around trying to survive! This is not what you want to do, what you need to do is this… Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagr…

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Oxford frustration, the last 10, and that drum 56:56

2M ago56:56

56:56

Phil Daley and Chris Reeve look back at the 1-1 draw with Oxford and ahead to Sheff WedBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Building Confidence From Failure 7:50

2M ago7:50

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You need confidence right? Actually we need courage first… Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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My cousin got put in prison for 10 years 😱 8:02

3M ago8:02

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What prison have you put yourself in? Download My Free Masterclass How To Have Your Best Season Ever - How Luke O'Nien, Elliot Lee & Ali Al Hamadi Changed Their Performances Forever And How You Can Do It Too ⬇️ CLICK THE LINK BELOW ⬇️ www.confidenceinfootball.com Follow me on Instagram @eliteinnerperformance…

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The Top 5 Mistakes Parents Make In Their Football Journey 1:42:50

3M ago1:42:50

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In this episode, Luke, Martin, and Rob dive deep into the parent-child dynamic in sports, exploring how post-game conversations, expectations, and communication shape young athletes' experiences. 🔥 Topics covered: 🚗 The "Car Ride Home" Dilemma – How post-game conversations can impact a child’s confidence and love for the game. 🧠 Managing Expectatio…

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KT Tunstall: “I lost my hearing, it didn’t come back.” 58:51

3M ago58:51

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From busking on the streets to topping the charts, KT Tunstall has carved a career defined by resilience, reinvention, and raw talent. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien dives into KT’s journey from growing up in Scotland in a family with no musical background, to discovering her biological father’s Irish singing roots, and ultimatel…

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Blackburn's knockout punch on 96 minutes 56:42

3M ago56:42

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Rob Butler and Chris Reeve relfect on City conceding late at Ewood Park. 01:45 - Dom Hyam's punch. 02:25 - Talking point: most painful late goal? 06:45 - Leigh Woodrow - Canaries Down Under. 08:30 - Blackburn reflection 14:40 - JHT interview post Blackburn 20:00 - YOUR most painful late goals. 25:30 - Cordoba post Blackburn 30:00 - Is Cordoba undro…

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Matt Forde: Doctors said I would never walk again 1:07:55

3M ago1:07:55

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Matt Forde is an eternal optimist. From growing up on a council estate to a single mother on benefits, to playing sold out nights at the London Palladium, he's a comedian and broadcaster with a very different story to most. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien takes a tour of Matt's formative years from the industrial city of Nottingha…

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Best Norwich City tattoo? 56:41

3M ago56:41

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Plus, Butler and Reeve bring you interviews with Josh Sargent and David Stringer.By BBC Radio Norfolk

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Zoe Lyons: My mum screamed about me..."I can't cope anymore" 1:01:58

3M ago1:01:58

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Zoe Lyons is a comedian that has graced our screens for over two decades, being a regular panelist on Mock the Week as well as numerous appearances on Have I Got News For You and Live at the Apollo. She grew up in rural Ireland, with a peripatetic childhood that would see her move to England, America and Scotland all by the time she reached 10-year…

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What's JHT's favourite ever Norwich shirt? 56:43

3M ago56:43

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Rob Butler and Jack Reeve speak to the City boss at a half-term autograph session. 02:00 - Squirrel chat 03:10 - Are you a patient Norwich fan? 06:00 - Animal encounters at the footie 07:50 - What songs do you want JHT to sing? 10:30 - Jacob Wright interview 15:10 - Whose side was the squirrel on? 17:15- Facebook opinions - Are you a patient Norwic…

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Dr. Rangan Chatterjee: This breathing exercise will save your life! 59:59

3M ago59:59

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Dr. Rangan Chatterjee is a British physician, author, television presenter, and podcaster, known for his alternative approaches to health and wellbeing, aiming to find the root cause of disease rather than simply treating symptoms. During this episode of Full Disclosure, James O'Brien sits down with Dr. Chatterjee to find out how his childhood shap…

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Borja-sized hole is filled 56:41

3M ago56:41

56:41

02:00 - Hola Borja. Should Sainz go straight back in the starting eleven?04:50 - Wilshere on the Monday Night Club. What's that background noise? 06:30 - Which Norwich player would you want to take out for Valentine's Day? 08:30 - Josh Sargent interview13:15 - Your starting XIs for Preston - from social media15:15 - Mark Hall from The Big Fellas po…

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Jack Wilshere 56:52

4M ago56:52

56:52

The Arsenal legend and Norwich City assistant coach is the special guestBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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It's THE Bridget and White Cap Becky 56:42

4M ago56:42

56:42

Butler and Reevo and the panel revel in a five star performance from Norwich City. 01:40 - What item of clothing do you always wear to the footie and why? 08:40 - Swansea review. Did Norwich play well? 13:30 - Lucien Mahovo post Swansea interview. 18:00 - Should Mahovo keep his place in the team? 21:00 - The Bridget's daughter, Lucy, is going to Ca…

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Stick or twist? 56:42

4M ago56:42

56:42

Should City bring in new players now or wait till the summer? Butler and Reevo discuss. 02:30 - BIG QUESTION - MAKE SIGNINGS NOW OR WAIT UNTIL THE SUMMER? 10:00 - JHT INTERVIEW POST SHEFFIELD UNITED 16:30 - FAN CALLS - SAM AND RICHARD 24:30 - LEWIS DOBBIN INTERVIEW POST SHEFFIELD UNITED. 29:00 - CONOR MCGILLIGAN LEEDS FAN CHAT 36:00 - BIG QUESTION …

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Brighton and other cup calamities 56:57

4M ago56:57

56:57

Rob Butler and Chris Reeve remember poor cup performances over the years for the CanariesBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Amankwah Forson makes onions cry 55:08

4M ago55:08

55:08

Rob Butler and Chris Reeve celebrate a remarkable win for Norwich CityBy BBC Radio Norfolk

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Full Disclosure is taking a short break, but we will be back! 2:01

5M ago2:01

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Full Disclosure is taking a short break over Christmas but don't worry, we'll be back at the end of January with a line up of exceptional guests. If you can't wait until then, why not catch up on some of the episodes you might have missed. It's been a vintage year with incredible guests including Rob Brydon, Sir David Jason, Sally Lindsay and lots …

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Best of... Full Disclosure 2024 50:10

5M ago50:10

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As we take short break for Christmas – here's a selection of some of our favourite conversations from 2024. Full Disclosure will be back in the new year with more brilliant guests. In the meantime, why not listen back to your favourite episodes or catch up on the ones you might have missed. You can find them all on Global Player or wherever you get…