Best All That Dazzles Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 16: Hadley Fraser 1:02:42

5h ago1:02:42

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Daz is joined by theatre legend Hadley Fraser who talks about his career so far, his new album, upcoming concert, current West End show and this week's hot topic on the evolution of theatre. Plus all the latest news and reviews including the West End transfer of Giant and a special gala performance of Starlight Express.…

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A difficult day for Trent, Forest, Man United and Spurs 1:05:48

5m ago1:05:48

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JImbo is joined in the studio by Tim Spiers, Jay Harris and Adrian Clarke after a pivotal weekend in the chase for Champions League football. Arsenal fight back from 2-0 down to draw at Anfield ahead of their clash with Newcastle in the battle for 2nd. But it’s the reception for the departing Trent Alexander-Arnold from the Liverpool faithful that …

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Ant antics 49:29

20m ago49:29

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This week, a court in Kenya sentenced four men to either a year in prison or a fine of £5,800 for trying to smuggle 5,000 ants out of the country. The contraband included highly-valued ants like the giant African harvester ant, and it’s believed these ants were intended for exotic pet markets abroad. But all this talk of ant smuggling got the Unexp…

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Arsenal picked off by PSG while Inter beat Barca in Champions League classic 52:10

24h ago52:10

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It’s an Inter v PSG final in the Champions League and Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Tom Williams in the studio to review the semi-final action. Arteta’s depleted Arsenal come up short in their semi-final in Paris. Is it finally time for PSG to ascend to the top of European football? Inter somehow overcome Barcelona in possibly …

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Who will reach the Champions League final? And Kane & Kompany win the Bundesliga 1:09:22

7d ago1:09:22

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It’s Jimbo, James Horncastle, Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús and Seb Stafford-Bloor ahead of a giant week across the continent. The Champions League semi-final second legs are upon us. Can Arsenal overturn a 1-0 deficit in Paris? Will we see another classic between Inter and Barcelona? Who’s going to Munich? We also look at the semis in the Europa and …

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Chelsea’s vital victory over Liverpool, plus Bournemouth’s historic win at Arsenal 52:54

3d ago52:54

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Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Matt Davies-Adams and Colin Millar into the pod as the race for European football really hots up. Chelsea defeat champions Liverpool to make it 4 wins in a row, as Cole Palmer returns to form. With Newcastle, Forest and Villa surrounding the Blues, who will make it into the Champions League? Are Arsenal about to let se…

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Episode 15: Ellie Skye & Tom Xander 1:09:13

3d ago1:09:13

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Ellie Skye and Tom Xander join Daz to talk about their journeys playing Janis and Damian in the West End production of 'Mean Girls' as well as this week's hot topic on the West End Vs Broadway. Plus all the latest news and reviews, including the new West End cast of Wicked, the world premiere of We Aren't Kids Anymore and the UK premiere of Muriel'…

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In memoriam 49:30

6d ago49:30

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On 21st April 2025, Pope Francis, the head of the Catholic Church, died. His funeral took place on 26th April, with thousands of mourners crowding into St Peter’s Square to pay their respects. Following the death of a Pope, there are centuries-old traditions and rituals that must be followed, and that got the Unexpected Elements team thinking about…

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Unstoppable Yamal stars in Champions League classic while Arsenal trail to PSG 55:51

7d ago55:51

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Jimbo, Charlie Eccleshare, Jack Lang and Tom Williams are in the studio after an enthralling midweek of Champions League semi-final first leg action. Barcelona head to Milan still on level terms with Inter after a classic 3-3 draw at Montjuic. But it’s the performance of Lamine Yamal that has the world talking. Pol Ballús was there to watch a 17-ye…

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Could it be another Arsenal Barcelona final? Plus McTominay sends Napoli top 1:05:29

9d ago1:05:29

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Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Italian football expert Max Callegari alongside him as we gear up for a midweek of tantalising European semi-final ties. PSG warmed up for their trip to the Emirates with a surprise 3-1 defeat by Nice on Friday night - which ended their hopes of an unprecedented unbeaten Ligue 1 season.…

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Liverpool are champions, Wrexham are Championship and Palace & City are FA Cup finalists 55:35

10d ago55:35

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Jimbo is joined by Tom Williams, Matt Davies-Adams and Luis Miguel Echegaray as Liverpool win their 20th league title. The Reds are 5-1 winners over Spurs on a magic day at Anfield. Simon Hughes joins us to discuss Arne Slot and a celebration 5 years in the making. It’s FA Cup semi-final weekend with Man City breaking Forest hearts on Sunday, while…

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Episode 14: Ryan Kopel 1:07:14

11d ago1:07:14

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Daz is joined by Ryan Kopel who is currently playing the lead role in the UK tour of 'Dear Evan Hansen' to talk about that show, Newsies, The Book of Mormon and Beyoncé randomly as well as this week's hot topic on mental health in theatre. Plus all the latest news and reviews on concerts from Aaron Tveit, Kerry Ellis and the West End premiere of Th…

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In the End Zone UK - NFL Off Season: Post Draft Pod! 1:11:20

11d ago1:11:20

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New podcast episode: NFL Off Season: Post Draft Pod! The 2025 NFL Draft is complete! Dom, Lil Camo... and even Big Dave are back and are here to break down all the biggest Draft moments! No news, no distractions... just pure draft talk. In this episode: The Jaguars’ bold trade up — Was it the right move? Sanders’ unexpected draft slide — What HAS h…

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Kenya believe it? 49:30

13d ago49:30

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This week the Unexpected Elements team left our windowless BBC studio and paid a visit to the CGIAR conference in Nairobi, Kenya. In this episode, we find out about the Kenyan invention that’s pulling clean, safe water from thin air, before discovering what makes Kenyan coffee taste so great. Next, we hear about the problems with burning charcoal a…

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Can Forest & Palace stun City & Villa at Wembley? Plus Liverpool a point away from the title 55:39

14d ago55:39

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Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Natalie Gedra and Benji Lanyado for company in the studio ahead of a huge weekend of action. Crystal Palace, Nottingham Forest and Man City secure impressive results in the midweek Premier League action, with Villa on the receiving end at the Etihad. All four clubs meet on a mouthwatering FA Cup semi-final weekend. The E…

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Episode 13: Beverley Knight & Ntombizodwa Ndlovu 12:18

15d ago12:18

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In a special bonus episode, Daz heads to the rehearsal room of Marie & Rosetta to talk to its stars Beverley Knight and Ntombizodwa Ndlovu about the upcoming UK premiere of the play, plus a performance of 'Up Above My Head' from the show.By Daz Gale

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Barca and Real grab last-gasp winners as Napoli go level with Inter 1:02:29

16d ago1:02:29

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Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballús and Italian expert Max Callegari alongside him to recap all the latest action from across the continent. Fresh off the back of last week’s thrilling Champions League quarterfinals - it’s back to domestic matters - but with a nod to the small matter of Arsenal v PSG and Barcelona v Inter jus…

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Episode 12: Emma Flynn & Keelan McAuley 1:16:19

17d ago1:16:19

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Daz is joined by the stars of Clueless The Musical, Emma Flynn and Keelan McAuley, who talk about their journey to opening in the West End and this week's hot topic on musical adaptations of movies plus all the latest news and reviews including Michael Ball and Alfie Boe's UK tour.By Daz Gale

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Liverpool relegate Leicester, Chelsea fight back and Villa overwhelm Newcastle 58:15

18d ago58:15

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Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Adrian Clarke and Tim Spiers into the pod after another pivotal Premier League weekend. Leicester are officially relegated after defeat at home to leaders Liverpool. What awaits the Foxes in the Championship? And does Trent Alexander-Arnold’s celebration mean he’s staying or going? It was nearly another nightmare resul…

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An eggciting episode 49:30

21d ago49:30

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This week is the Christian celebration of Easter, which sent the Unexpected Elements team scrambling for egg-related stories. First up, we find out about the rise of a vegan egg substitute. Next, we discover how to cook the perfect boiled egg, according to science. We then turn our attention to climate change, and find out how it is affecting the b…

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Are Arsenal now Champions League favourites? And can Villa stop rampant Newcastle? 1:00:30

21d ago1:00:30

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It’s Jimbo, Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Liam Tharme in the studio as your Champions League final four are set in stone. Arsenal snuff out any hopes of a Real Madrid remontada and indeed beat Los Blancos again at the Bernabeu. How much credit does Mikel Arteta deserve given their absentees? Aston Villa almost complete an incredible come…

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Will Arsenal suffer a Real Remontada? And can Bayern best Inter? 51:02

23d ago51:02

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Jimbo assembles his European comrades - Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús, Seb Stafford-Bloor and special guest Max Callegari - to round up all the latest domestic action and look ahead to the Champions League quarter-final second legs. Can Real overcome a 3-0 deficit and produce another special European night at the Bernabéu to stun Arsenal? Will Raphinh…

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In the End Zone UK - NFL Off Season: Pre-Draft Dive! 1:15:25

29d ago1:15:25

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New podcast episode: NFL Off Season: Pre-Draft Dive! It’s Draft Season, baby! 🏈 This week on In the End Zone UK, Dom and Lil Camo dive into all the latest NFL news, including Joe Flacco heading to the Browns, Terron Armstead’s surprise retirement, and Derek Carr’s potentially season-ending injury. What do these moves mean for the draft? Then, we ju…

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Newcastle take control of top 5 race as Forest and Chelsea make costly slips 53:04

24d ago53:04

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Jimbo has Duncan Alexander, Daniel Storey and Matt Davies-Adams for company as the race for Champions League football gets very interesting. Newcastle make light work of Man United with a 4-1 victory at St James’s Park. Are they the best team in the country right now. And could they finish 2nd? Chelsea come from 2-0 down to Ipswich to salvage a poi…

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Episode 11: Zoe Birkett 48:54

25d ago48:54

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Daz is joined by Zoe Birkett who talks about her career so far from her Pop Idol days to her current role as Tina Turner in 'Tina'. Plus a look at what happened at this year's Olivier Awards and all the latest news and reviews including concerts from Samantha Barks and Cassidy Janson as well as the world premiere of new musical Midnight Cowboy.…

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Navigating northward 49:29

28d ago49:29

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The Aurora Borealis – also known as the Northern Lights – won’t be at their peak activity much longer, and the Unexpected Elements team dreams of going north to see them. And that has got us looking at the science of navigating our way north! We hear about how humans have been using the sky to navigate for millennia, and we learn about how relying …

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Arsenal, Barca & PSG put on dazzling Champions League displays 53:14

28d ago53:14

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Jimbo’s joined by Natalie Gedra, Tom Williams and Duncan Alexander to run the rule over a breathtaking midweek of Champions League action. It turns out Declan Rice is a free-kick specialist?! Lamine Yamal is ludicrously good at football and the man old enough to be his dad Robert Lewandowski isn’t too bad either. PSG prove why they’ve been touted a…

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Episode 10: Jodie Steele 1:03:35

1M ago1:03:35

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Daz is joined by star of 'Bonnie & Clyde', 'Six' and 'Heathers' Jodie Steele to talk about her career so far and her move into plays with Peter James' 'Picture You Dead' as well as this week's hot topic on putting your own stamp on a role. Plus all the latest news and reviews including the UK tour of 'Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat' a…

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European elite await for Arsenal & Villa as quarter-finals commence 1:02:13

1M ago1:02:13

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Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Seb Stafford-Bloor, Pol Ballús and Michael Cox alongside him to get all warmed up for the mouthwatering Champions League quarter-final first legs. Arsenal v Real, Bayern v Inter, Barca v Dortmund & PSG v Villa await in a fascinating midweek of cup action. We look ahead to each of the ties. On the domestic front, the La L…

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Liverpool lose, Saints go marching down - and not even KDB can save dour derby 59:23

1M ago59:23

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Jimbo's got Matt Davies-Adams, Daniel Storey and Tim Spiers alongside him for a deep-dive into all the weekend's Premier League action. We struggled to stay awake through a thoroughly underwhelming goalless Manchester derby - but at least there's time to talk about Kevin De Bruyne being special. Liverpool's recent struggles continued as they were b…

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Oh, Rats! 49:29

1M ago49:29

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On World Rat Day, we’re getting ratty! We look at the biology behind the eternal struggle between rats and rat poison, and we hear about rat-on-rat warfare and other forms of pest control. We don’t play games when it comes to rats, but we know someone who does. Dr Michael Brecht from the Humboldt University of Berlin tells us how he played hide-and…

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Vital wins for Liverpool, Villa and Forest, as the run-in continues this weekend 56:42

1M ago56:42

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Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Charlie Eccleshare and Jay Harris into the studio with the Premier League back in full swing. Liverpool maintain their 12 point lead with a Merseyside derby victory, despite the failure of the officials to send off Everton’s James Tarkowski. Do tough guys get an easier time from referees? Bukayo Saka scores on his r…

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PSG almost champions as Mbappe and Lukaku bag big goals in title races 1:10:10

1M ago1:10:10

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Jimbo’s joined by Pol Ballús, Julien Laurens, Rory Smith & Seb Stafford-Bloor as the domestic action returns across Europe with the end of the season in sight. Inter remain three points clear at the top of the Serie A table after their 2-1 win over Udinese, while Romelu Lukaku scored the 400th goal of his career in Napoli’s vital victory over strug…

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It’s Man City v Forest and Palace v Villa in the FA Cup semi-finals 47:46

1M ago47:46

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Jimbo welcomes Duncan Alexander, Tom Williams and Tim Spiers into the studio after FA Cup quarter-final weekend. Man City come from behind to beat Bournemouth and progress to a 7th successive semi-final. Can Pep’s side save this from being a trophyless season? And is Bournemouth’s campaign petering out? City will face Nottingham Forest at Wembley, …

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Episode 9: Glenn Adamson 1:07:41

1M ago1:07:41

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Daz is joined by Bat Out Of Hell's leading man Glenn Adamson to talk about the latest tour, his career so far and this week's Hot Topic on rock musicals. Plus all the latest news and reviews including the latest West End cast of Six The Musical, the UK tour of Dear Evan Hansen and the world premieres of new musicals Austenland and Alfred Hitchcock …

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Don’t be a fool! 49:29

1M ago49:29

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April 1st is notorious across the globe. Renowned for being a day of practical jokes. And it’s no different here on the BBC World Service. Mischievous elephants, the secret to fool's gold and one of the biggest scientific hoaxes in scientific history. From the Magic Circle to the Magic Lab, the psychology underpinning why we humans are so delightfu…

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Argentina thrashing Brazil, Trent moving to Madrid (?) and fun FA Cup quarter-finals 51:27

1M ago51:27

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Jimbo is joined in the studio by Michael Cox, Charlie Eccleshare and Benji Lanyado as the international break ends and club football returns. Holders Argentina qualify for the World Cup with a scintillating display as they thrash Brazil 4-1. Hear why they might just be more exciting without Messi. Plus Natalie Gedra joins us to detail the crisis in…

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Spain, France, Germany & Portugal progress on epic Nations League night 55:58

1M ago55:58

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Jimbo welcomes Daniel Storey, Tom Williams and Seb Stafford-Bloor into the pod after an incredible weekend of international action. Germany throw away a 3-0 lead against Italy but still earn the right to compete in the Nations League finals and indeed to host them. But what happened with the Jamal Musiala goal that embarrassed the Azzurri? Cristian…

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Episode 8: Samantha Barks 1:08:50

2M ago1:08:50

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Daz is joined by West End royalty as Samantha Barks discusses her various crowns from playing Queen Elsa in Frozen to being crowned Queen of the Masked Singer in the most recent series. She also talks about her upcoming concert, working with a certain Jonathan Bailey and this week's hot topic on musical theatre performers becoming household names. …

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Talking Tuchel, defeat for France and a big win for Brazil 47:04

2M ago47:04

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Jimbo is joined in the studio by Duncan Alexander, Jack Lang and Tom Williams on that most blessed of occasions - international week. Thomas Tuchel gets ready for his first game as England manager in World Cup qualifying and we’re all very impressed with how he’s handled the media so far. The Nations League quarter-finals see Germany win in Italy a…

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What’s that smell? 49:30

2M ago49:30

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Five years ago, people around the world were enduring COVID lockdowns as we attempted to prevent the spread of the virus. Today, many of those who caught COVID-19 are still suffering from lingering symptoms, including a loss of their sense of smell. And that got the Unexpected Elements team thinking about all things olfactory. First up, hold your n…

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Barcelona stun Atletico and can PSG win the treble? 1:02:16

2M ago1:02:16

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Jimbo’s got Julien Laurens, Rory Smith, Seb Stafford-Bloor and Pol Ballús in tow to put all the action from across the continent under the microscope. It’s advantage Inter in Serie A as the Nerazzurri moved three points clear at the top of the table thanks to their 2-0 win over title rivals Atalanta. Napoli lost ground after being held to their sev…

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Episode 7: Dujonna Gift 1:03:34

2M ago1:03:34

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Daz is joined by West End star Dujonna Gift who talks about her career so far including 'Hamilton', 'Two Strangers (Carry A Cake Across New York)' and her role in the new live-action Disney movie 'Snow White', working with Rachel Zegler, soon to be seen in her West End debut, plus a hot topic on original musicals and reviews including Clueless The …

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In the End Zone UK - NFL Off Season: Free Agency Frenzy Recap! 1:07:15

2M ago1:07:15

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New podcast episode: NFL Off Season: Free Agency Frenzy Recap! Join Dom and co-host Lil Camo as they break down the first week of Free Agency Frenzy. Teams are making massive moves, players are being signed... and no one is safe from the trading block. Segments: Breaking News: Record breaking contracts for a pair of Bengals Receivers, the Texans su…

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Newcastle finally end their trophy drought to add to Liverpool’s miserable week 51:03

2M ago51:03

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Jimbo has Daniel Storey, Tim Spiers and Jay Harris for company on a historic weekend of football. Chris Waugh also joins us from Wembley after Newcastle finally win their first domestic trophy in 70 years, upsetting Premier League leaders Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final. All hail Eddie Howe and the job he’s done at St James’s Park. But did Arne …

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The fast and the curious 49:29

2M ago49:29

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It’s the month of Ramadan, when Muslims across the world fast between dawn and sunset in the belief that it will bring them closer to Allah. And this has inspired the Unexpected Elements team to turn their attention to all things fast. First, we explore the latest research around intermittent fasting. Next, we contemplate a new way to relax by harn…

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Real Madrid & PSG progress on pens - now time for Liverpool v Newcastle at Wembley 1:06:53

2M ago1:06:53

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Jimbo welcomes Michael Cox, Duncan Alexander and Tom Williams into the studio with high-stakes drama everywhere you look. Real Madrid break Atletico hearts again on penalties in the Champions League, with all the post-match discussion centred on Julian Alvarez’s double-touch penalty disallowed by VAR. PSG are also victorious on penalties at Anfield…

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Atleti and Real go again in Madrid derby as Bayern, Bayer and Dortmund all lose 57:01

2M ago57:01

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Jimbo’s joined by Julien Laurens, Pol Ballús and Seb Stafford-Bloor for a deep-dive into domestic and European matters across the continent. Last week’s Champions League first legs left some results more conclusive than others… we’re looking at you, PSV 1-7 Arsenal! But there’s still plenty of intrigue with the ties between Liverpool and PSG, Real …

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Episode 6: Cassidy Janson 56:50

2M ago56:50

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Daz is joined by Cassidy Janson who talks about her career so far including Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, &Juliet and Wicked plus this week's hot topic on musical theatre concerts. The episode also includes news on this year's Olivier Awards and reviews including Blood Brothers, new musical workshop Bliss and The Seagull starring Cate Blanche…

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In the End Zone UK - NFL Off Season: Cuts, Trades & Free Agency Begins! 50:47

2M ago50:47

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New podcast episode: NFL Off Season: Cuts, Trades & Free Agency Begins! Buckle up, NFL fans—because this offseason is pure CHAOS! Join Dom and co-host Lil Camo as they break down Cuts, trades and the beginning of Free Agency Frenzy. Teams are making massive moves, and no one is safe from the trading block. 🔥 Breaking News & Biggest Offseason Headli…

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