Best Alex Thor Podcasts (2025)

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Marc Cox, Open-mic Podfather! 42:07

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6d ago42:07

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Marc Cox from Open Mic Comedy Podcast joins me to discuss his journey into stand-up. Marc (and his excellent podcast) represent the essence of doing comedy for the simple joy of the experience, rather than for fame or wealth.

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Ibogaine Predicts Death 50:33

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Shawn from the Tryp Rapport Podcast shares Comedian Mark Shimkets story (his Brother) Despite battling cancer, Mark's spirit shone through until the end, leaving a funny legacy captured in his YouTube comedy special 'Weeks to Months.' Shawn shares his personal experience with Ibogaine, a psychedelic that helped him prepare for Mark's passing, provi…

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Mike Safo with Thor Pedersen, Only Person to Visit Every Country in the World Without Flying/ Author / Traveler 1:13:41

14d ago1:13:41

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Joined today by Thor Pedersen, the only person in history to visit every country in the world without flying. He's also the author of the awesome new book, The Impossible Journey: An Incredible Voyage Through Every Country in the World Without Flying. Thor opens up about what it really took to complete this one-of-a-kind odyssey, a journey he thoug…

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BONUS EP - Return of the Jedi: The Sarlacc Pit (One Perfect Scene, Star Wars #5) 28:00

27d ago28:00

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This week Kieran, Paul and I fancied talking about 'Return of the Jedi' so we ended up doing a One Perfect Scene episode on the Sarlacc Pit sequence. Enjoy!

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Alex Mcnair 21:48

27d ago21:48

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Alex Mcnair, tells of a dominatrix-turned-comedian stealing the show at his Falkirk Comedy Club event and we explore themes of kink, humour, and how to stay married!

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BONUS EP - Thor: Ragnarok (The Marvel Cinematic Universe #17, Thor #3) 1:05:44

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In this episode, recorded just after Thunderbolts* came out, Paul and I finally sat down to discuss Taika Waititi's 'Thor: Ragnarok'. A film we have a lot of love for.

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Eva Peroni 41:53

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Costa Rica street protest to stand up comedian. Eva emphasises the necessity of humour to push boundaries while addressing social and political topics with a deft touch, ultimately questioning the potential of comedy as a vehicle for social change. “It’s important to push boundaries”. Meet Eva on Instagram here…

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BONUS EP – Alien: Romulus (Alien #4) 1:23:08

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Okay, in this episode (which was recorded back in 2024) Kieran, Paul and I discuss the Fede Álvarez film 'Alien: Romulus'. Kieran and Paul are big fans of this franchise and so there was much for us to chew on in this conversation.

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Des Mclean 38:59

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A Billy Connolly favourite; Des Mclean has starred TV, Radio and stages the length of the nation for decades! He's acted in various high profile roles, including Politician Tommy Sheridan, and Celtic legend, Bertie Auld, on Stage at the Pavilion Theatre in Glasgow. Just as delighted to get 100 folk laughing in Fintray as 10,000 pishing themselves a…

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Mike Safo with Shawn "Showtime" Porter, Two-time Welterweight Champion & Podcast Host 51:29

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Joined today by former world welterweight champion, boxing analyst, and host of The PorterWay Podcast... Shawn “Showtime” Porter. We start off off with life after boxing, from Shawn’s successful podcast (The "PorterWay") and his boxing commentary to an unexpected venture into the suit business. He opens up about what he enjoys most about podcasting…

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Back To The Future: Johnny B. Goode (One Perfect Scene, Robert Zemeckis #3) 29:05

2M ago29:05

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In this episode Kieran and I celebrate the 40th birthday of 'Back to the Future' with a discussion on the iconic Johnny B. Goode scene from that film.

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Michael Welch 35:48

2M ago35:48

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Mugged on MDMA, Comedian Michael Welch, unpacks laughter as both societal mirror & psychedelic medicine. Tickets to Michael's Fringe Show at Gilded Balloon

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Mike Safo with Todd Marinovich, former NFL quarterback, Author, and Artist 38:49

2M ago38:49

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Todd Marinovich – Football, Art, and Redemption Joined by former NFL quarterback, author, and artist Todd Marinovich. Todd gives me real estate advice about moving to Hawaii, shares his favorite local foods, and confesses his weakness for California’s iconic In-N-Out Burger. We dive into family life, including a heartwarming (and hilarious) story a…

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Beth Knight 42:13

2M ago42:13

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Fine Artist & Comedian Beth Knight paints politicians as penises (so often true to life ;) and creates healing laughter at the intersection of art and comedy! This episode balances comedy with cultural commentary, tackling topics like American circumcision and gender dynamics in the art world. View (and buy) her art at bethknight.com…

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Mike Safo with Kelly Pavlik, Former Middleweight Champion, and Will "Power" Rosinsky 1:06:58

2M ago1:06:58

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"The Ghost & The Power" — Kelly Pavlik & Will Rosinsky Talk Boxing, Brotherhood, and Life After the Ring Joined by former Middleweight Champion of the World, Kelly “The Ghost” Pavlik. I surprise him with my co-host: my brother-in-law and Kelly’s final opponent in the ring, Will “Power” Rosinsky. We kick things off by diving into that memorable figh…

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Bruce Devlin 40:37

3M ago40:37

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Todays guest; Bruce Devlin, is devilishly funny! Dundee raised Standup Comedian, TV warm up, writer, tv/radio host and contributor - connect with him on (IG) @bruceangusdevlin No punches pulled - From dodging hecklers to tackling hot-button topics like war and trans rights, we dive into the craft of live comedy. With brutal takes from Bruce we unpa…

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111 - Hard Out Here for a Pope (feat. Alex DiVirgilio & Jim Vozzella) 1:48:10

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We've seen the white smoke, and it is time for a Pope-a-palooza! From Pope #1 and the 13 other Pope Leos to lady popes and baller popes, we cover a LOT of papal history in this, the final episode of season 7 and Cass's last season as co-host! We're joined by returning guests and friends, Jim Vozzella (ep. 48) and Alex DiVirgilio (ep. 96 & ep. 100) …

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Gareth Waugh 46:04

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Edinburgh comedian Gareth Waugh was fired as a barman due to his first stand up comedy attempt! Now a phenomenal Professional Comedian - here he is (IG) doing some memorable crowd work in which your host (me! Thor) get's caught up! The discussion takes a darker turn into the boundaries of humour with current events and anti-war jokes - E.g. The ass…

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Mike Safo with Scott Payne, retired FBI Special Agent / Best Selling Author 1:02:47

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Joined today by former FBI undercover agent and bestselling author, Scott Payne. Listen as he shares the powerful story behind his new book, Code Name: Pale Horse – How I Went Undercover to Expose America’s Nazis. Scott opens up about his life as a devoted “girl dad,” the little things his daughters do that melt his heart, and the challenges and jo…

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How to be Happy - Kai Humphries 42:01

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Comedian Kai Humphries joins Thor to workshop a s*x-gone-wrong story for comedic purposes. We dive into Kai’s journey through stand-up & psychedelics, touching on his Edinburgh Fringe show, How to Be Happy. The conversation takes some unexpected turns, such as into aphantasia - the inability to form mental images - where Thor discovers his own mind…

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Raul Kohli - Raul Brittania 33:09

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Award winning comedian Raul Kohli on Britain's multicultural identity, and the role of comedy in society. This conversation is peppered with amusing stories, including one about a friend who unknowingly dated a call girl, and Raul's desire for a sausage roll sponsorship deal. Amid the laughter, we contemplate the potential of comedy to inspire real…

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Jaws: Smile You Son of a... (One Perfect Scene) 27:30

4M ago27:30

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In this One Perfect Scene episode, Paul, Kieran and I continue to celebrate the 50th birthday of 'Jaws'- which came out exactly 50 years ago today - with a conversation on the final stretch of the Spielberg classic. So we're covering Quint's death (spoiler!) and the death of the shark (double spoiler!!)…

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Jaws: The Death of Alex Kintner (One Perfect Scene) 26:21

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Okay, Jaws turns 50 years old this very day - the film being released in the USA on June 20th 1975. Since this is a film very near and dear to us, we decided to mark this birthday by talking about the film once again. So, this is a One Perfect Scene episode, where Kieran, Paul and I talk about the unforgettable scene where young Alex Kintner is kil…

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Chris Rutter - LinkedIn Appropriate? 49:23

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Corporate Surveyor tells a cheeky fib about being a stand-up comic, and then has to back it up with a real gig... Chris shares his journey from corporate to comedy, including a shock debut alongside Kevin Bridges at The Stand in Glasgow. We explore what is "LinkedIn appropriate" including how to hit 880,000 views with a daft beard poll. From growin…

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Billy Kirkwood - Wild Man With a Heart! 42:46

4M ago42:46

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Award winning Scottish comedian Billy Kirkwood brings his trademark energy to a wildly honest chat about comedy, health, and… LinkedIn?! From family heart attacks to high-octane stage presence, Billy shares what fuels him, and why LinkedIn might be a secret weapon for comics, not just corporates. We dive into the gritty joys of performing in drive-…

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Plant Medicine Meets Punchlines 5:07

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Hospitalised in Spain, embracing Ayahuasca and group laughter as therapy. Outed in a comedy club as a LinkedIn rogue, Thor shares how humour is becoming a tool for self realisation through his new Thorapy.AI Viking Coach - Reflecting on life purpose, and emphasising the legacy through meaningful connections rather than wealth, inspired by a friend'…

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BONUS EP – Andor: Daughter of Ferrix & Rix Road (Star Wars #15) 1:01:10

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This week on the podcast, Kieran and I wrap up our series one coverage of Andor (and dance around not spoiling season two) with a discussion on the episodes 'Daughter of Ferrix' and 'Rix Road', which together make up the final arc of the season.

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BONUS EP – Andor: Announcement, Narkina 5, Nobody's Listening! & One Way Out (Star Wars #14) 56:05

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Here we go again! Paul, Kieran and I continue our Andor coverage by discussing the third arc in this show: the prison arc. That means we are talking about four episodes- 'Announcement', 'Narkina 5', 'Nobody's Listening!' and 'One Way Out'.

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Coming Out of the Cannabis Closet - Lex Pelger 33:26

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How to end the 'War on Drugs', the Queer (positive) history of Cannabis with AIDS crisi, and so much more - Lex Pelger; writer and researcher of; 'Cannabinoids & the People' newsletter on Substack + canna-edu vids on YT @cannabinoidsandthepeople + the Moby Dick pot books (graphic novels on cannabis) Find Lex via his link tree here Lex and his very …

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Mike Safo with Rick Strassman, Psychiatrist, Researcher, Author, & "Godfather of DMT" 53:39

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Joined today by psychiatrist, researcher, and author, Dr. Rick Strassman. Rick shares his fascinating journey, from growing up in California during the '60s to developing a lifelong passion for chemistry, ultimately leading him to become known as the "Father of DMT." He discusses his groundbreaking book DMT: The Spirit Molecule and his latest work,…

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BONUS EP – Andor: Aldhani, The Axe Forgets & The Eye (Star Wars #13) 56:03

6M ago56:03

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Okay, in this episode Paul, Kieran and I continue our Andor coverage by discussing the second arc in this fantastic Star Wars show: the heist arc. This is comprised of three episodes: 'Aldhani', 'The Axe Forgets' and 'The Eye', so we talk about these episodes, the recent series two trailer, fascism, Only Fools and Horses - the usual. Oh, and we'll …

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Drug Science: The 'Truth' 29:24

6M ago29:24

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Thor talks psychedelics and drug risk reality with, Anne Schlag. Head of Research and acting CEO at Drug Science, Honorary Fellow at Imperial College London and a senior colleague of David Nutt. To become a ⁠Drug Science member go here⁠ today Drug Science paper on adverse effects of psychedelics The Australia story: Current status and future challe…

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Ayahuasca for Palestine and PTSD 34:47

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Why war-prone Western leaders need Ayahuasca, how Aya PTSD treatment enables Western soldiers to make healthier life choices and much more... We travel from sanitised Yale to jungle purges with Max C Wood (IG) today, who's working on psychological and biological markers for the therapeutic potential of Ayahuasca in traditional (Shipibo) settings wi…