Best Talkbox Podcasts (2025)

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Santa Hats, Oz Adventures, Mighty Boosh Stories, Ghosts n’ Prayers — Mike Fielding | Talk Box Ep. #32 1:03:08

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For the TalkBox Christmas special, Rich is joined by Michael (Naboo) Fielding. They talk about wearing Santa hats, Mike’s year living in Australia, classic Mighty Boosh stories, and his deep interest in ghosts, protective prayers and the paranormal. Mike also shares details about his upcoming paranormal investigation project. A festive, funny, and …

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Hindi Comedy Explosion, “You Go Girl”, Comicstaan, Kill the Cat, Cheesy Potatoes — Prashasti Singh | TalkBox Ep. #31 44:47

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Rich sits down with Indian stand-up star Prashasti Singh for a wide-ranging, funny and insightful chat. They talk about Hindi comedy’s rise, Prashasti’s journey through Comicstaan, navigating empowerment narratives, writing rules in comedy, and why cheesy potatoes deserve respect. Prashasti is performing at Soho Theatre this week.Tickets and info: …

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Dr. Joshua Plotnik: Inside The Elephant Mind 22:28

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When Joshua Plotnik was a kid, he wanted to become a veterinarian and day dreamed of a future caring for animals large and small. By the time he got to college, he eagerly worked with every type of vet he could think of, from small animal vets to large animal horse veterinarians. On a summer break from his undergraduate studies at Cornell Universit…

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Plane Toilets, Free Masons, Let’s Win an Oscar, Live at the Apollo 13 — Larry Dean | Ep. #30 59:40

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This week on TalkBox, Rich is joined by the brilliantly sharp and beautifully chaotic Larry Dean — and it’s instant pandemonium. They cover it all from Plane toilets and the moral anxiety of using them, Free Masons, free things, and who actually gets the perks and Catholic guilt, and an iconic accidental mishearing. It’s one of the fastest, loosest…

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Time Travel Nerds, From Writer to Stand Up, Shark Films, Keanu's Like Jesus — Heidi Regan I Ep.29 59:51

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Rich is joined this week by the excellent comedian and writer Heidi Regan. They talk about audience reactions to her “time-travel” style monologue sketches, her shift from writing to stand-up, reviewing both the best and worst shark films, and Heidi’s theory about why Keanu Reeves is viewed as a modern-day saint. Plus plenty more. Follow Heidi on I…

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A Very Cleo Christmas 1:24:58

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We’re back with our first holiday special—and so are Georgie and GiGi with an all-new adventure, and this one may just be the best one yet! Get comfy, snuggle up in something cozy, maybe even enjoy a cup of hot coco with marshmallows—or candy cane—because The Social Contract Holiday Special, “A Very Cleo Christmas,” starts now.…

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Life in Cork, Cave Diving, Edinburgh Fringe Cancellation, Bugs Bunny — Roger O’Sullivan | Talk Box Ep. 28 50:20

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This week Rich chats with rising Irish comic Roger O’Sullivan — fresh from a Best Newcomer nomination at the Edinburgh Fringe and shortlisted for the Sean Lock Channel 4 Award. They get into growing up in Cork, moving to London just before lockdown, Fringe cancellations, and why Roger identifies spiritually with Bugs Bunny. It’s a funny, sharp, war…

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Lewis and Clark, Dish Pig and Other Jobs, Adelaide to London, World Tour — Lewis Garnham | Ep. 27 1:02:37

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This week Rich chats with comedian Lewis Garnham about his early days in Adelaide, his various pre-comedy jobs (including being a dish pig), and the move from Australia to London. Rich also educates Lewis on the original Lewis of “Lewis and Clark,” and they discuss Lewis’s plan for a world tour in 2027. 🎟 Lewis’s Show – Nov 20 @ Top Secret Comedy C…

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Dr. Colin Allen, Dr. Erica Cartmill, and Dr. Heidi Lyn: Animal Joy and the Science of Connection 32:58

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Are animals capable of feeling joy? How do we know? What is joy? Dr. Erica Cartmill wants to find out. She's the Indiana University professor of cognitive science, animal behavior, and anthropology that long-time listeners to Stories of Impact will recognize from conversations we've had in the past about her studies of diverse intelligences and hum…

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Meddlesome Marple, Barrister Days, Lakes are Creepy, Who’s Aunt Charlotte?— Victoria Dowd I Ep. 26 59:50

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This week, Rich is joined by mystery author and former barrister Victoria Dowd for an episode full of twists, laughs, and literary tangents. They discuss Agatha Christie’s “meddlesome” brilliance, Victoria’s criminal law days, the mysterious creepiness of lakes, accidental crossovers in her book series, and the power of good editors. Plus, we’re la…

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James Bond, Provincial Perth?, Heckle Proof, London Dungeon, Method Schmethod— Elouise Eftos I Ep. 25 58:47

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Rich Fulcher is joined by the brilliant Elouise Eftos — actor, comedian, and self-proclaimed sexiest guest to ever grace the Talk Box — for a joyfully chaotic chat about confidence, comedy and creative life. They cover everything from growing up in provincial Perth to Elouise’s high-status on-stage persona that makes her heckle-proof, what her drea…

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Remembering Dr. Jane Goodall: The Wild Fight for Our Planet 22:04

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In remembrance of Jane Goodall (4/3/34 - 10/1/25), we're bringing back our conversation featuring her life and legacy. Luminary Dr. Jane Goodall for decades made significant contributions to not only the scientific world, but arguably, to the entire planet. When 26-year-old British-born Jane Goodall began field studies of primates in Tanzania in Ju…

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Alison’s Tour, Funeral Smoker, Packed Lunch, Magazine Party — Alison Spittle I Ep.24 59:00

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Comedian and writer Alison Spittle joins Rich Fulcher for a brilliantly funny and unfiltered chat — from funeral smoking vows and weird OnlyFans requests to mackerel-packed lunches and life on tour. It’s classic Talk Box: silly, sharp, and surprisingly wholesome. In this episode: Smoking again for family funerals?! Smelly lunches and the touring hu…

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I Do Jokes Now, Siegfried and Roy, Magic or Witchcraft?, NY is a City — Pete Heat I Ep.23 59:57

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Magician and comedian Pete Heat joins Rich Fulcher for a magically chaotic episode of Talk Box! From the world of street magic to comedy clubs, Pete shares how he blends humour and illusion — with stories about Siegfried & Roy, the blurred line between magic and witchcraft, and life performing in New York. In this episode: I Do Jokes Now — magician…

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Dr. Alison Gopnik: Why Care Is the Heart of Human Flourishing 23:43

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"If you ask most people what's the most morally profound, significant, meaningful thing in your life, they'll say something about the way that they have been taking care of children or parents or friends, or people who are ill, or spouses. There's something very distinctive about it. It's just intrinsic to the human condition is that we're going to…

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Sweetie Baby, Rotterdam Socks, Massage Myths, Tinnitus Anyone? — Dave Hill I Ep.22 1:06:08

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Comedian, musician, and writer Dave Hill joins Rich Fulcher for a loose, funny, and slightly surreal chat about life, music, and the weirdest corners of comedy. They talk about Rotterdam socks, massage myths, tinnitus, and “Sweetie Baby.” It’s part chaos, part therapy, and full of laughs as two old friends catch up and realise they might actually b…

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Grandiloquent, Ya Gotta Go to Ruffles, Shandling vs. Seinfeld, Big Break…down — Gary Gulman I Talk Box Ep. 21 1:02:19

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Comedian, writer, and all-around sharp mind Gary Gulman joins Rich Fulcher for a beautifully funny and heartfelt chat. They talk about: Starting out in comedy and the open mic circuit Comparing comedy greats like Garry Shandling and Jerry Seinfeld Honesty and mental health in stand-up Gary’s new show Grandiloquent, on at Soho Theatre until October …

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Dr. Bahar Köymen on How Children Learn to Think Together 20:50

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The world today is grappling with enormous challenges: how will we allow artificial intelligence to impact society? How hot will we let the planet get? How do we stop the conflicts making life for so many so painful? We are not powerless. These are decisions that humans are capable of making, though no one person can solve such existential question…

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Harry Hill’s Sausage, Werewolf, Loose Pills, Egg Girl, Left in Spain — Lucy Pearman I Talk Box Ep.20 1:01:56

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Rich Fulcher welcomes the brilliantly funny Lucy Pearman to Talk Box! They tumble through surreal stories, showbiz pressure, and pills that definitely weren’t in their packets as they discuss: Harry Hill’s sausage (yes, really) Turning into a werewolf onstage The mystery of loose pills Lucy’s origin story as Egg Girl Getting left behind in Spain 👉 …

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Nipple Cam, Seinfeld, Ping Pong, Can We Do Another Podcast? — Ali Woods I Talk Box Ep.19 1:14:33

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Rich Fulcher is joined by stand-up and viral reels sensation Ali Woods for Episode 19 of Talk Box. They dive into comedy, dodgy gigs, and nipple cams as they cover: How Covid kick-started Ali’s comedy reels and led to his success The recording of his stand-up special “At The Moment” (go watch it!) A classic Rich nipple cam question… What Seinfeld s…

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Joe Wicks, Crevices in Your Brain, Tomato Knife, Shocking Gigs, Nationwide Tour — Rob Auton I Talk Box Ep. #18 52:13

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Rich Fulcher sits down with the poet-philosopher of comedy, Rob Auton, for Episode 18 of Talk Box. It’s equal parts brain crevices and tomato knives as they explore: Rob’s new workout routine with Joe Wicks Strange crevices in your brain (don’t poke them) The curious power of the tomato knife Shocking gigs that scar and inspire Rob’s brand-new nati…

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You Cannot Touch Me, Rhys Hates Remakes & Sports, How I Got My Big Break, 1% Club At Laundry — Rhys Thomas I Ep.17 50:48

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Rich welcomes Rhys Thomas — comedy writer, producer, and Lucy Montgomery’s other half — for Episode 17 of Talk Box. Things get personal (and occasionally contagious) as they cover: Rhys’s bout of impetigo and the infamous line: “You cannot touch me” Why he hates remakes… and sports Growing up with a Welsh teacher dad How he got his big break in TV …

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Sam thinks the show is too dirty, Product placement, First Kiss, President of Ireland story, Sam works hard — Sam Campbell I Ep. 16 1:07:28

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Rich Fulcher is joined by the brilliant chaos machine that is Sam Campbell for Episode 16 of Talk Box. Things go sideways (fast) as they cover: Why Sam thinks Talk Box is “too dirty” The delicate art of product placement Sam’s unforgettable first kiss His surreal President of Ireland story Plus, why Sam secretly works harder than anyone realizes It…

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Nicole Bruskewitz and Henry May on Transforming Education Through Character 31:41

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When Coschool founder and CEO Henry May began his career as a teacher, he learned that his job was not just about enriching the mind, but the soul and spirit of a student as well. He saw that part of excellence in education was helping school communities thrive despite painful circumstances. Nicole Bruskewitz, Coschool's Director of Education, was …

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Off Liquids, First time we met, Sopranos and Standup – Ray Badran | Talk Box Ep.15 1:05:32

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This week, Rich is joined by the brilliantly deadpan Ray Badran, who’s bringing his new show King of the Table to the Edinburgh Fringe. In this ep: 🚰 Ray is off liquids for reasons… 🍝 Why The Sopranos makes great pre-gig TV 🎤 Stand-up on different continents 👋 His awkward first meeting with Rich 👑 The royal origins of King of the Table 🥄 Table poli…

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My first half Fest, I hate promotion, 81-82% ready, Tolerance, Fridges, Stick a rat under your pillow – Jessica Fostekew | Talk Box Ep.14 49:34

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This week, Rich sits down with the mighty Jessica Fostekew, who’s bringing her latest show Iconic Breath to just half the Edinburgh Fringe this year — so get in while you can. In this ep: 🧠 How Jess measures creative readiness (spoiler: not 100%) 🎭 The mental load of promotion 🧊 Fridges and metaphorical tolerance 🐀 What happens when you stick a rat…

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Songs in Session: 'No Reason to Love' by Scott Armstrong (feat. Juliet McLean 3:58

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A live performance of 'No Reason to Love' written and performed by Scott Armstrong (guitar, vocals) with Juliet McLean (keys, backing vocals) as part of a Talkbox Session. Recorded and engineered by Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio. Made with support from New Plymouth District Council Creative Community Grants. Show links https://www.facebook.com/t…

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Songs in Session: 'Night Road Out' by Scott Armstrong (feat. Juliet McLean) 4:04

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A live performance of 'Night Road Out' written and performed by Scott Armstrong (guitar, vocals) with Juliet McLean (keys, backing vocals) as part of a Talkbox Session. Recorded and engineered by Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio. Made with support from New Plymouth District Council Creative Community Grants. Show links https://www.facebook.com/theS…

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Dr. Glen Moriarty & Dr. Sarah Schnitker: Gratitude, AI, and the Gift Economy 28:22

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In the societies in which most of us live, our capitalist economic systems run on transactions—on individual sales of goods and services. But are you aware that there are other infrastructures of support and help that meet our need for information, connection, even love? We live with gift economies that already enrich our lives. We start our story …

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Episode 3: Scott Armstrong 49:35

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Scott Armstrong, along with his brother Mark is the writer and frontman of folk-rock-pop band The Slacks. Their music is a blend of humour, protest, and playfulness . We talk paradox, social commentary, and enjoy a jam on two of my favorite Slacks anthems Night Road and No Reason to Love.By ojulietmusic

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Simon Amstell; Fetal Reindeer, Zip Zap Boing?, Soft Animal, Fly in the room, Gay Hula Hoop – Pedro Leandro | Talk Box Ep.13 50:49

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This week, Rich welcomes the brilliantly chaotic Pedro Leandro — comedian, hula-hoop wielder, and creator of Soft Animal, now at Edinburgh Fringe 2025. They talk: Pedro’s experience coming out — and Rich's own version of “coming out” to his parents… as a comedian Why some show ideas make you sick (literally) The terror of Zip Zap Boing A fly that s…

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Songs in Session: 'Kākano' by Huia (feat. Juliet McLean) 3:33

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A live performance of 'Kākano' written and performed by Huia (guitar, vocals) with Juliet McLean (keys, backing vocals) as part of a Talkbox Session. Recorded and engineered by Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio. Made with support from New Plymouth District Council Creative Community Grants. Show links https://www.iamhuia.com/ https://linktr.ee/julie…

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Wet Hair, CHRISTBRIDE, Prospect of Getting Banned, Sausage Rolls, Obsession w/ Ren Fairs — Bebe Cave | Talk Box Ep. 12 52:12

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Rich is joined by the wonderfully chaotic Bebe Cave, who turned up rain-drenched and ready to talk about her bold new solo show, CHRISTBRIDE — heading to Edinburgh Fringe. They cover: How showing up soaking wet sets the tone Her unique and unfiltered approach to storytelling Building a show that might get her banned Fringe nerves, sausage rolls, an…

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Ep.2 : Huia 29:01

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In this episode of Talkbox Sessions, I sit down with the soulful and innovative artist Huia. Known for her rich bilingual songwriting and boundary-pushing production, Huia shares insights into her creative process, cultural grounding, and the evolution of her sound. We talk about navigating the music industry as an independent artist and the import…

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Dr. Elizabeth Dowling & Dr. Richard Lerner: Transforming Community Futures Through a School of Love 22:54

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Today's episode is full of beauty, hope, healing, community, and connection. In fact, it might be one of the most feel-good, good news stories we've ever gotten to tell. Meet Dr. Richard Lerner and Dr. Elizabeth Dowling, Director and Deputy Director of the Institute for Applied Research and Youth Development at Tufts University. Like many great tea…

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Pronouncing Edinbor-ough; Mom’s Charging Me Rent, Accountant or Comic?, Dad Heckles Me — James Trickey | Talk Box Ep. 11 56:06

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James Trickey joins Rich for a cracking Talk Box chat — covering rent, risk, and the chaos of comedy careers. They get into: Saying "Edinburgh" like a local (or trying to) James’s Fringe show Don’t Count On Me Ditching traditional paths for stand-up Family reactions — and a heckle from his own dad Rich’s own career U-turns and shared comic chaos Wi…

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Songs in Session: 'Blood' by Hemi Coates (feat. Juliet McLean) 5:07

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A live performance of 'Blood' written and performed by Hemi Coates (guitar, vocals) with Juliet McLean (keys, backing vocals) as part of a Talkbox Session. Recorded and engineered by Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio. Produced by Juliet McLean and Sam Johnson Made with support from New Plymouth District Council Creative Community Grants. Show Links…

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Songs in Session: 'Won't Let You Go' by Hemi Coates (feat. Juliet McLean) 4:38

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A live performance of 'Won't Let You Go' written and performed by Hemi Coates (guitar, vocals) with Juliet McLean (keys, backing vocals) as part of a Talkbox Session. Recorded and engineered by Sam Johnson at Rhythm Ace Studio. Produced by Juliet McLean and Sam Johnson Made with support from New Plymouth District Council Creative Community Grants. …

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Ep.1: Hemi Coates 52:24

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Join Talkbox Sessions for a rich and reflective conversation with Hemi Coates, lead singer, guitarist, and songwriter for The Mons Whaler—a swampy, alt-rock blues outfit hailing from Taranaki, Aotearoa. In this episode, Hemi shares insights into his latest creative projects, the craft behind his songwriting, and how he balances music-making with a …

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Dogs Smell Ghosts, Luke Wants Revenge, Costa Rica and Slow Horses - Luke McQueen | Ep.10 54:43

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This week’s Talk Box guest is the ever-inventive, never-predictable Luke McQueen — comedian, provocateur, and Fringe agent of chaos. He and Rich dive into: Why dogs might be comedy’s best diagnosticians Luke’s new Edinburgh Fringe show (and the personal revenge behind it) What Costa Rica did to his brain Playing “someone” in Slow Horses The fine li…

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Boosh Beginnings, Uni Days with Noel, Dave the Photographer — Dave Brown | Talk Box Ep. 9 1:03:53

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In this week’s Talk Box, Rich reunites with Boosh brother and longtime friend Dave Brown — actor, photographer, creative director, and the original Bollo. They talk: University days with Noel Fielding The scrappy beginnings of The Mighty Boosh Dave’s evolution from performing to photography Creative freedom, collaboration — and the possibility of f…

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Kurt Shaw and Rita da Silva: Brazilian Resistance and Renewal Through Playing Together 24:59

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Over the last five years, we've explored stories with countless scientists whose thoughtful research reveals the way they're answering big questions and solving big problems. We've shared conversations about studies done in labs and out in the field. Well, today's field is Brazil. The labs are crowded city streets and verdant jungles. And the big q…

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History of The Bill Murray, Life-Changing Comedy Tapes, Use the Algorithm — Barry Ferns | Talk Box Ep.8 1:01:18

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This week on Talk Box, Rich welcomes Barry Ferns — stand-up comedian, founder of The Bill Murray venue, and the kind of comic who always has a dozen projects in motion. Together they dig into: The origin of The Bill Murray (the comedy venue, not the man) The cassette tapes that helped shape Barry’s comedy worldview Navigating the algorithm in moder…

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The Social Contract S4E6: Kiddos R Groundbreakers, Pt 2 18:51

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I cannot believe we’ve already come to the season finale. I’ve been having so much fun. I hope you have too! Now, before we get to the conclusion of Kiddos R Groundbreakers, I am so excited to finally share my big announcement. Ready, kiddos? We’re getting a new Georgie and GiGi book! I think all those Fourth of July fireworks you’ll be seeing may …

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The Social Contract S4E5: Kiddos R Groundbreakers, Pt 1 28:04

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For many of you listening today, this may be the first time you’re hearing about Shirley Chisholm. I cannot think of a better introduction to this giant. You’re in for a real treat! Let’s listen to Kiddos R Groundbreakers, Part One…By liCten with Talkbox Productions

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The Social Contract S4E4: Voting is R Superpower, Pt 2 31:51

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At the end of last episode, Yael the Cake Pop Baker had just pulled up to CLEO’s Halloween Party. I can’t wait to find out what happens next. I’m sure you can’t either. So, here it is, the conclusion of Voting is R Superpower…By liCten with Talkbox Productions

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The Social Contract S4E3: Voting is R Superpower, Pt 1 22:14

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In our last episode, during my conversation with CLEO, I mentioned the paperback release of George and CLEO’s Presidential Conversations for Kids. That book was released earlier this year and contains George’s reflections on the November 2024 election. For this episode, George kindly granted us permission to share the book’s updated Author Afterwor…

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The Social Contract S4E2: Baby T, Part 2 22:56

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What a way to celebrate the Fourth! I’m thinking we ought to make The Social Contract an Independence Day tradition—along with fireworks and cookouts, of course. Now, if you thought Donnie’s cake shenanigans at the OLPQ Pee Wee baseball game in Part One were something, just wait until you find out what he’s up to Part Two. And a little later in the…

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The Social Contract S4E1: Baby T, Part 1 23:40

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In our first episode, Baby T, Part One, we find ourselves smack dab in the middle of a baseball diamond. How fitting since we’re right in the middle of baseball season. You may be wondering how baseball came to be known as “the great American pastime.” Well, you could say that baseball was invented right here in the U.S. of A, with the first offici…

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The Social Contract Season 4 0:30

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We’re back for Season Four – and so are Georgie and GiGi – for more fun adventures! And Georgie and GiGi are now second graders! So this season is geared towards kiddos—and, of course, their parents. And just as they did last season, Georgie and GiGi will come face to face with accomplished women both past and present – Shirley Chisholm, Fannie Lou…