Best Topgear Podcasts (2025)

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337. Christmas Traditions 1:01:10

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6d ago1:01:10

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*** CHILD FRIENDLY THIS WEEK! SUITABLE FOR ALL AGE GROUPS *** Ho! Ho! Ho! Merry Christmas. This week Gemma & James (Jnr) discuss their personal Christmas traditions, from movies they watch, to spending time with family and so forth. The guys are joined by fellow podcasters and Salty Tadpoles who share their festive experiences. Get yourself in the …

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336. 3I/ATLAS- Is It Aliens? 53:18

21d ago53:18

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To begin with Gemma tells the Salty Tadpoles what she's been watching without any spoilers; film called Woman of the Hour, Riverdale and STRANGER THINGS (I promise, no spoilers) then Gemma & James move into the vast universe to discuss the new phenomenon to enter our universe 3I/ATLAS. Is it Aliens? Is it an asteroid? Join us for our fun conversati…

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335. Not So TopGear 1:01:13

1M ago1:01:13

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Stafford & Junior have a catch up and a moan, driving Gemma up the wall with car corner. Stafford FINALLY makes a "redacted reveal" you don't want to miss that reveal. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFILTERED Studios. Find out more about them…

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334. Back To The Future (1985) 1:27:35

2M ago1:27:35

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YOU VOTED FOR IT, NOW HERE IT IS… Jump in the DeLorean and hit 88mph with Gemma, James, and Luke (from Lights In The Sky Podcast) as they fire up a hilarious, time-bending review of the Back To The Future Part 1! In this funny movie review podcast, dives deep into Marty McFly, Doc Brown, and the wild ride through time that made cinematic history. E…

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333. Addams Family v Munsters 47:14

2M ago47:14

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! This week Gemma and James do a deep dive into the Spooky & all together kooky Addams Family & monsterous Munsters. Get those fingers clicking (snap snap) on the play button and join us for the spooky fun. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW…

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332. WLAK 19:47

3M ago19:47

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SURPRISE BACK TO BACK EPISODE for your lovely earlobes. A shortie, but a goodie (we hope). Find out by clicking the link, why it is called WLAK. https://www.justgiving.com/page/basic-24 Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFILTERED Studios. Find o…

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331. HORRIFYING!!!! 42:24

3M ago42:24

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Gemma & Redacted James finally record an episode which is horrifying enough, but the topics of discussion are truly HORRIFYING. No spoilers, click the link and enjoy the shocking stories we talk about. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFILTERED…

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Steve Fowler and the hypnotic Lexus vents 1:00:34

3M ago1:00:34

1:00:34

This week, Jack and Cam are joined by legendary car journo, Steve Fowler. The former Editor of Whatcar, Autocar and Auto Express brings to the Carfession booth his adoration of automotive theatre, cats eyes and - perhaps surprisingly - self-driving cars, before delving into his hatred for temporary traffic lights, improper indicator etiquette and c…

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330. A BOG-Standard Proposal 50:58

3M ago50:58

50:58

This week James (Jnr) and Gemma discuss weird stories of the week. From 7ft snakes to toilet proposals we have it all for you. Also a real life urban legend dies. What sound does a snake make? Why do old ladies annoy Gemma? and who is Purple Aki? Click the play button to find out more & have a laugh too. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL socia…

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Car's James Dennison has had enough of launch control 1:00:52

3M ago1:00:52

1:00:52

Car magazine's James Dennison steps into the Carfessions booth with three loves and three hates for Jack and Cam to mull over. James kicks things off with his love for sim racing (if it's good enough for Max Verstappen, right?), which fuels his second love: his MG ZR racing car. His final love, however, is entirely different, and that's the clever …

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Jack, Cam and the Mercedes G-Wagen thunk 58:37

4M ago58:37

58:37

Jack and Cam step back into the Carfessions booth with a fresh batch of loves and hates. It's Cam turn to kick off the loves, now that he's finally able to talk about his secret trip to Germany to see the new Porsche 911 Turbo S (that's the 992.2 for geeks), talking about all the secret cars he saw testing there. Jack, meanwhile, feels good about t…

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329. Keb Pound 1:20:22

4M ago1:20:22

1:20:22

This week Gemma sits down with Stand Up Comedian, Podcaster, Author and part creator of Unfiltered Studios Network (which Talking Codswallop is a proud member of) Mr Keb Pound. We discuss everything from Podcasting to slight religious conversation, plus much much more. If you want to Laugh along with us, download this episode and have a listen. Che…

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James Engelsman's car auction addiction 1:02:15

4M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

The Canada-based Brit and one half of automotive superchannel, Throttle House, James Engelsman joins us in the Carfession booth this week to share his loves of pairing music with driving, the drive to a car event and online auctions. We then explore his deepest loathings: the utter randomness of bonnet latch placement, the stabby thing cab drivers …

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Jack, Cam and the VW Cali camper van 1:05:30

4M ago1:05:30

1:05:30

This week's episode is brought to you by Jack and Cam with a fresh batch of loves and hates for you to sink your teeth into. Fresh from his holiday, Jack's now a camper van convert having spent the last week and some 1,200 miles in the Volkswagen California. Cam, meanwhile, has fallen in love with the TWR Supercat and screaming V12 it's housing up …

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328. It's Mr Junior To You! 52:47

4M ago52:47

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Gemma gets confronted in a bad way, James goes into full Dad mode & realises he's turned into his own father and we introduce a new segment "Do you remember when..." Check out this episode where ever you enjoy listening to Podcasts. A guaranteed laugh. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! …

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TopGear’s Ollie Kew & the joy of vapourware supercars 1:10:13

4M ago1:10:13

1:10:13

This week, Jack and Cam chat to TopGear mag’s deputy editor, Ollie Kew - a man so filled with outrage that we had to adapt the format especially. Ollie declares his love of vapourware supercars and a certain stretch of A-road, before launching a tirade on an eclectic spread of automotive hatreds ranging from variable steering weight to Instagram “h…

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Jack, Cam and the arbitrary tuning stage 53:44

4M ago53:44

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Jack and Cam take to the Carfessions booth this week with a fresh batch of loves and hates to chew on. For the loves, Jack comes in strong with seeing cars from defunct brands on the road, which swiftly turns into a Saab love-in, while Cam admits to creating mini rivalries at traffic lights. Jack then comes back in with a love that, surprisingly, h…

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327. Tribute To Ozzy Osbourne 41:04

5M ago41:04

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This week Gemma is joined by friend and fellow podcaster Jamie Westwood from The Chronicles of Podcast to discuss the legend & reason heavy metal is in our lives, Mr John (Ozzy) Osbourne. We do not shy away from the polarising life he lead, but we also celebrate his achievements & the gift he gave to us "weirdo's". RIP Ozzy Osbourne. You were loved…

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Derek Reilly wants boxy estates back 59:19

5M ago59:19

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In this week's ep, Jack and Cam are joined in the Carfessions booth by the founder and face of Ireland's #1 EV outlet, NEVO: Derek Reilly. Derek shares his appreciation for the boxy estate cars he grew up in the back of and laments their dwindling numbers, while crossover coupes continue to surge. Next he discusses the wonders of one pedal driving,…

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326. Bleurgh! That's ICKY 37:09

5M ago37:09

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This week Gemma decides it will be fun to give the Salty Tadpoles the "ick" and James Junior joins her for the ride. Some great answers from the tadpoles included. Brief discussion about Ozzy Osbourne and Coldplay gives Gemma another reason to hate them. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!…

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The M3 CSL is good because it's crap 53:24

5M ago53:24

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Jack and Cam man the Carfessions booth this week with a fresh pick of loves and hates to share. For once, there's more love to go around than hates, with Cam's appreciation of a lorry driver's indicator thanks and Jack's admiration of people owning cars for many, many years. Cam then presents a fresh take on the E46 BMW M3 CSL by serving a bunch of…

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325. Dyslexia Rulez K.O 43:47

5M ago43:47

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This week Gemma embarrasses herself & talks about her journey with dyslexia & shocks James with some "talents" she's learnt to help her read aloud. James also manages to bring car corner into the discussion. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFI…

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Harry Benjamin's curious Qashqai complex 58:49

5M ago58:49

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THE rising star of Formula 1 commentary, Harry Benjamin enters the Carfessions booth this week. He expounds his love of the ritual of meticulously preparing his notes for a race weekend, and for F1 sprint races, before horrifying Jack and Cam with his inexplicable affection for the Nissan Qashqai. Next, he divulges his frustration at excessive F1 p…

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324. Amsterdam, America & Haydock 1:22:54

5M ago1:22:54

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OUR OFFICIAL RETURN EPISODE featuring The trio you never needed or even wanted. From tales of holiday's to Lego conventions, we have something for all in this one. James (snr) expresses his love for seats, leg room and toilets on aeroplanes while Gemma tells her stories about Amsterdam and James (jnr) had another epic time at National Brick Events …

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The Goodwood, the Badwood and the Uglywood 50:25

5M ago50:25

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This week, Jack and Cam shares their loves and hates from a very busy (and extremely hot) Goodwood Festival of Speed. Of course, there's a lot to love about the goodest of woods, with Jack gushing over Lanzante, Cam getting far too excited about rally cars and the the Disneyland-like aura of seeing old racing drivers behind the wheel of their old c…

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Alex Goy's purple lump of happiness 53:35

6M ago53:35

53:35

Alex Goy, presenter on many YouTube channels including XCAR, Carfection and recently Driven+, steps into the Carfessions booth to disclose his burning car loves and deepest hatreds for Jack and Cam to chew on. To kick things off, Alex confesses his love of handmade British sports cars (he does own a purple Morgan Three-Wheeler with a shark face on …

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323. FLASHBACK: Caroline Bliss 1:42:04

6M ago1:42:04

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This week is one of our FLASH BACK episodes, from Episode 82. Best known to fans across the world for her role as Miss Moneypenny in the James Bond film series. Caroline Bliss spoke with James to discuss her life and work as an actress and her new career as a spiritual teacher and author. www.carolinebliss.co.uk Talking Codswallop can be found on A…

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Robert Llewellyn, of Fully Charged fame, loves Top Fuel dragsters 1:01:31

6M ago1:01:31

1:01:31

A very special guest enters the Carfessions booth this week, as Robert Llewellyn, Fully Charged, Scrap Heap Challenge and Red Dwarf fame, brings three loves and three hates for Jack and Cam to tuck into. Robert starts things off simple with his love driving cars in the pouring rain with the heater on (we really do take things for granted), the raw …

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322. A Million Ways To Die In The West 1:03:22

6M ago1:03:22

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You voted for it. You waited 4 months for it. So now it's finally here. Listen to James (Junior) and Gemma review 2014's American Western Comedy film "A Million Ways To Die In The West". What did they like? Did they dislike anything? Who was their favourite cameo? Want answers to these questions, well click play and listen for yourself. Talking Cod…

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Jack, Cam and the German car sorting hat 56:42

6M ago56:42

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This week, Jack and Cam get on their soap boxes to proclaim their loves and hates from the world of cars. Jack takes the first kick (or whatever the football term is) by bringing to light the phenomenon of the Hyundai Ioniq 5 constantly getting bigger, while Cam talks of the peace that comes from finding the German car that fits you best. Jack tops…

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Jordan Katsianis: diesel delights and messy Mercs 47:27

7M ago47:27

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Jordan Katsianis, presenter at Auto Express, steps into the Carfessions Booth armed with three loves and three hates for Jack and Cam to sink their teeth into. First up, Jordan talks of his love of the Lexus LC500's switchgear, the delights of diesel car ownership and the pure bliss of a Euro Tunnel Flexi lounge. After that, it's onto the hates, st…

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USA special: licence plate paradise and police panic 55:08

7M ago55:08

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Cam comes back from a work trip to the United States with a suitcase crammed with loves and hates of American motoring for Jack to pick over. It all kicks off with the freedom right on red brings, roads that are appropriately sized for modern cars and Cam's fascination with the USA's colourful licence plates. As you'd expect, he's got some juicy fr…

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321. Artificial Stupidity 44:12

7M ago44:12

44:12

The boys return once again to discuss AI in advertising, weird stories of the week and a worrying use of chocolate based puns! Can you count all of them during the episode? Want to play our game, comment on our social media posts the number of chocolate bars you hear for the chance of winning you a chocolate bar of your choice being sent out in the…

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Jack and Cam: boring cars in fun colours and XM exasperation 44:15

7M ago44:15

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This week, Jack and Cam bring their own motoring loves and hates to the Carfessions booth. The duo kick things off with the weird and wonderful cars you see abroad that aren't available back home, boring cars in interesting colours and number plates that allude to the name of who's driving. As for the hates, the two start with people driving the sa…

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Horsepower Hunters: 'the manual gearbox is overrated' 48:57

7M ago48:57

48:57

Thomas Howarth, aka horsepowerhunters and bigboybenzes, steps into the Carfessions booth with three loves and three hates for Jack and Cam to sink their teeth into. With a huge car collection to go with his huge social media following, Thomas first talks of the joy his cars bring to others, the godly Recaro Pole Position, and picking the right lane…

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320. The Sophie Lancaster Foundation 56:38

8M ago56:38

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This week Gemma has the true honour to sit down with Al from The Sophie Lancaster Foundation to discuss this incredible foundation which is trying to Stamp Out Prejudice Hatred Intolerance Everywhere (SOPHIE). We discuss the work they do to show hate crime exist for the Alternative Community, Al gives us alarming stats from a recent survey people c…

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Sam Sheehan: manual mastery and big alloy blunders 59:33

8M ago59:33

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Sam Sheehan, host of the Cinch YouTube channel, heads into the Carfessions booth with three motoring loves and hates for Jack and Cam to discuss. Sam starts things off with the joy of modifying cars (and why people aren't doing it any more), the perfect combination of a naturally aspirated engine paired with a manual gearbox, and why nothing beats …

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Nicola Hume: parking paradise and merge in turn maniacs 51:33

8M ago51:33

51:33

Nicola Hume, Electrifying presenter and the host of Red Bull Racing's Talking Bull podcast, steps into the Carfessions booth armed with three motoring loves and hates for Jack and Cam to discuss. Nicola kicks things off with the the endless supply of parking spaces in the seaside town of Eastbourne, the joy service stations can bring and the sheer …

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319. Tis Your Codswallop 51:16

8M ago51:16

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This week Gemma is joined by Nicola from Tis Yourself podcast located in Ireland. We discuss email etiquette, Codswallop, Places to visit in Ireland & we end the podcast talking about Nicola's show Tis Yourself. For Tis Yourself social media etc click here: https://linktr.ee/TisYourself? Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @Codswal…

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318. Stafford Strikes Back 30:32

8M ago30:32

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The boys are back! Join James & James as they discuss 80's movies, car woes and their preferred online retailers. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :) Talking Codswallop is NOW part of the UNFILTERED Studios. Find out more about them here: unfpod.com & help support INDIE podcasts.…

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317. The TESD "Talent" 47:01

9M ago47:01

47:01

This week Gemma is joined by Brian Ruppert & Jimmy the hair guy from Tell 'Em Steve-Dave. We discuss Brian's Patreon called Reviewing History, (to join please click the link below), Juggalo's & Insane Clown Posse, banter, codswallop and lots about TESD. Click the link, download the episode and enjoy. https://patreon.com/ReviewingHistory?utm_medium=…

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316. Petals of Codswallop 59:00

9M ago59:00

59:00

This week Gemma is joined by Mama D from Petal's of Support podcast. We have an awesome natter, Gemma teaches Mama D some UK terms (unknowingly lol), lots of laugh & fun, glorious Codswallop and talking about Mama D's podcast. To follow and support Mama D with her podcast, her linktree is: https://linktr.ee/petalsofsupport?utm_source=linktree_profi…

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315. A Malteser Moment 47:30

10M ago47:30

47:30

Gemma embarrasses herself. Funny & alarming Pet chat & James tells us about his time at the National Bricks Convention he took part in. Sending lots of love to Nathan Page who is currently in hospital, love you, man... Even though you prefer Andy! :p Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too!!! :)…

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314. Chicken Noodle Soup Drops 52:23

10M ago52:23

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This week join Gemma and Junior as they discuss the weird and wonderful world of "Weird Stories of the Week" from vomit inducing lozengers and bugs wearing "interesting" attire to Pensioners fighting off robbers, crazy tattoos and much more. Have a good old listen and expect to be entertained with this content. Talking Codswallop can be found on AL…

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313. Bumbling Bricks 37:51

11M ago37:51

37:51

This week Gemma & Junior discuss Dating, Codswallop, On The Road again and most importantly they discuss a convention Junior will be taking part in called National Brick Events, James (Junior) will be displaying his incredible Lego replicas and designs in Liverpool. Check out our Social Media for photo's of James' creations. For Tickets to the Live…

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312. Coldplay Ruins EVERYTHING!!!! 32:11

11M ago32:11

32:11

Join Gemma, James & James Junior again as we discuss what we have been watching. From Christmas classics to horror films, we cover most topics without any spoilers. Squid Games 2, The Night Before, Help! My House is Haunted, Muppets Christmas Carol, That Christmas, Wallace & Gromit, Insidious 2 and much more. Just wait for the Codswallop at the end…

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311. A Gemma Sandwich 47:15

12M ago47:15

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First episode recorded in 2025. Any improvements? Nah, we are still the same grumpy people. Join Gemma, James and James Junior as they discuss 6 inches of white stuff, Codswallop's, Christmas, innuendo's, puntastic puns, trips to Southampton and much more. Talking Codswallop can be found on ALL social media: @CodswallopPod and we are on YOUTUBE too…

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310. LOTR - The Fellowship of the Ring 1:19:17

12M ago1:19:17

1:19:17

This week Gemma (yes Gemma) and James Jnr are joined by Sam from Cast-a-role Podcast to discuss the epic film Lord of the Rings - The Fellowship of the Ring. Plenty of deep dives & nerdy talk to be had and Gemma tries to get a word in edge ways. Check out Cast-A-Role's social media: by searching @CastARolePod on X/Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and m…

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309. Not Just For Christmas 1:06:53

1y ago1:06:53

1:06:53

This week Gemma and Andy "help" you celebrate Christmas in the only way they can, by MOANING! lol. Very Pet centric episode, introducing the new puppy Roy, Gemma talks about her friends who visited from Australia. Codswallop's about health & when company's DO NOT refund you the money that is owed... and so much more. BE SURE TO LOOK OUT FOR THAT BL…

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New Hyundai Santa Fe vs New Zealand 40:36

1y ago40:36

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Here at Top Gear Magazine, we take customer service seriously. So seriously, in fact, that to celebrate our SUV of the Year, we decided to hand-deliver our latest issue to every single subscriber in… New Zealand. All of them. From the misty peaks of the North Island to the windswept southern tip of the South, Rowan Horncastle and Ollie Marriage thr…