Best Biscuit Jim Podcasts (2025)

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Denise Van Outen - From The Big Breakfast to Ibiza DJ and everything inbetween 45:39

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Hello! Welcome to White Wine Question Time. On the podcast this week it's a friend of the show - the brilliant Denise Van Outen. In the 90s she hosted The Big Breakfast which launched her into a career that's taken in the West End, Broadway, TV, DJ'ing some of the world's biggest clubs and best-selling author. Denise was one of our first ever guest…

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The Independent's Sean O'Grady 47:18

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Something from the Cellar: Dannii Minogue 46:25

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Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick on learning to trust, and being saved by music. 47:03

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We're back and joining us on this episode is the nation's favourite vet - Noel Fitzpatrick. Not content with being one of the world's most respected veterinary surgeons Noel is equally at home on a stage touring his one-man show, in front of the camera (he's played parts in The Bill, Casualty and is the star of the long-running Supervet series) or …

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Blues For Allah 50: King Solomon’s Marbles/Stronger Than Dirt or Milkin’ The Turkey 1:37:08

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The Deadcast unpacks the two-part extra-heady “King Solomon’s Marbles”/’Stronger Than Dirt or Milkin’ the Turkey,” using the instrumental to get into the Dead’s 1975 dalliances with holography, as well as Phil Lesh’s other unfinished pieces from Blues For Allah. Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Eugene Dolgoff, Michael Parrish, Ed Perlst…

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FIFTY NOT OUT! 38:31

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Welcome to the FIFTIETH episode of Trash Talk with Count Binface. What a celebration we have put together - including some truly impressive birthday messages from some of the most powerful people on your planet. They are for legal reasons definitely NOT from Donald Trump, Nigel Farage, or Boris Johnson - they have never written a message for our 50…

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Ep 177 “Let’s Talk about a guy named Charlie” 1:01:16

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What's good, Pitmasters?! We unfortunately have to postpone hilarity and tomfoolery this week to share thoughts about Charlie Kirk and the firebomb it caused on social media. Feel free to join in on the discussion. Peep the website: https://thedfpn.com/the-smokepit Wanna join in on the discussion? Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/g…

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Richard Herring 43:29

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On this week's potentially award-winning episode of Trash Talk with Count Binface is esteemed Earth comedian Richard Herring. He's made cancer funny, poked fun at fascism and even made a whole show about your funny human male reproductive organ - so what will 45 minutes with Count Binface bring? Well... has the BBC forgotten how to do comedy? What'…

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Blues For Allah 50: Franklin’s Tower 1:20:33

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The Deadcast examines how Franklin’s Tower bucked every trend on Blues For Allah to become one of the Dead’s all-time classics, including a tape of its studio creation, a look into the multi-tracks, & a rare line-by-line breakdown by lyricist Robert Hunter himself. Guests: David Lemieux, Geoff Gould, Jürgen Fauth, Shaugn O’Donnell, Chadwick Jenkins…

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Ep 176 "Worst Mom Ever, Another Racist Upset With Her Consequences, & Tyrese Makes His Return" 1:20:26

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What's good, Pitmasters?! Mother Nature thought we were too outta pocket last week and knocked the power out at Mac's. Tonight tho...TONIGHT...the duo is back and they are going to finish what they started! Make sure to tap in for hilarity! 1.) Worst Mom Ever? (8:03) 2.) Another Racist Upset About Consequences (29:24) 3.) Stop Scaring These Teacher…

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Daniel Norcross 49:38

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"It's just not cricket" is a British English idiom meaning something is unfair, dishonest, or goes against the rules of decency or morality So what makes cricket the benchmark of decency? To find out our guest this week is Daniel Norcross one of the most recognisable voices on Test Match Special - the BBC's flagship cricket programme. Perhaps not s…

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Alastair Campbell 51:59

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At last - the intergalactic meeting they've all been asking for! One of Earth's top podcasters Alastair Campbell in conversation with Sigma IX's pre-eminent (and only) podcaster Count Binface. After months of negotiations the chat tête-à-bin finally took place in Alaska and by the end of their meeting world peace had been restored, democracy was sa…

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Blues For Allah 50: Slipknot! 1:49:55

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The Deadcast uses Blues For Allah’s complicated instrumental Slipknot! to explore the musical and creative ambiguity the Grateful Dead pursued in early 1975, when there both was and wasn’t a Grateful Dead, & their public reemergence at Bill Graham’s S.N.A.C.K. benefit that March. Guests: David Lemieux, Ned Lagin, Ron Rakow, Steve Brown, Gary Lamber…

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Ep 174 (Part 2) "Remembering the Hulkster, Fat Joe is at it Again, Coldplay Works for ‘Cheaters’" 1:34:22

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What's good, Pitmasters?! Mother Nature thought we were too outta pocket last week and knocked the power out at Mac's. Tonight tho...TONIGHT...the duo is back and they are going to finish what they started! Make sure to tap in for hilarity! 1.) How Do You Remember Hulk Hogan? (6:12) 2.) Can Fat Joe Put on a Good Show? (27:16) 3.) How Long Before Ja…

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Zoologist Jules Howard 55:13

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This week's guest is Zoologist Jules Howard. He likes wasps, thinks a Silverback Gorilla wouldn't be any worse in power than our recent leaders, and has a zoological theory on why Reform voters exist... ... he really is the natural successor to Sir David Attenborough. If you haven't hit 'FOLLOW' on this podcast yet then this really is the week to d…

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Blues For Allah 50: Help On the Way 1:30:49

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The Grateful Deadcast points itself towards 1975 to begin a song-by-song celebration of Blues For Allah’s 50th anniversary, loaded with raw session tapes, early lyric drafts, & the story of how the Dead built a new studio, musical language, batch of songs, & LP from the ground up. Guests: David Lemieux, Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Stephe…

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PROJECT 650: Rupa Huq MP 39:45

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Welcome back Count Binisters. This is the SECOND episode of Project 650 - the mission to interview EVERY sitting MP in the Palace of Westminster. At the current rate of one per year we should have this wrapped up by 2674 which coincidentally is the same year that [REDACTED FOR SPACE-TIME CONTINUUM PROTECTION], which was an extremely unfortunate inc…

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Bonus Rerun: From the Mars Hotel 50: Ship of Fools 1:41:35

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The Grateful Deadcast visits the set for the Grateful Dead Movie, aka the Dead’s five “retirement” shows at Winterland in 1974, with heads who attended. This bonus episode is a re-run of the 2nd half of Deadcast Season 9, episode 8. Guests: Donna Jean Godchaux-MacKay, Ron Rakow, Ned Lagin, David Grisman, , Steve Brown, Richie Pechner, Jerry Pompili…

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Liz Truss... via Jan Ravens 39:08

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Ever wondered what it would sound like if Count Binface when toe to pedal with Liz Truss. THIS IS THE EPISODE WHERE WE FIND OUT. It's all thanks to our guest Jan Ravens - a human mockingbird, national treasure and fascinating woman. In this episode she reveals why Theresa May how two voices, explains what humans can do but AI can't and grapples wit…

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Adrian Dunbar on a life of variety, the changing face of TV and Line of Duty 1:05:10

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Today we're joined by an esteemed actor whose extensive CV includes decades of celebrated films, award-winning TV shows and one of the most celebrated roles from the last few decades of British TV (no wonder people want him to be Prime Minister). It’s the charming Adrian Dunbar! Adrian joined us for a chat just before the new season of 'Ridley', th…

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Dan Healy 80 1:27:01

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The Good Ol’ Grateful Deadcast is thrilled beyond all audible frequencies to begin its 12th season by welcoming Dan Healy, the Grateful Dead’s in-house sound wizard for most of their career, for tales from three decades in pursuit of high and higher fidelity. Guest: Dan Healy See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy No…

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Helen Lewis 40:48

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This episode is GENIUS. As ever. But this time it's also ABOUT genius - the subject of a new book by this week's guest the brilliant journalist, author and podcaster Helen Lewis. How do we define genius, are we devaluing its use and do you have to be a troubled prick to be one? All the answers and more are in the podcast - and also in Helen's book …

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Something from the Cellar: Kelly Cates 1:04:36

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Two women are about to make broadcasting history when they become the first female full time hosts of Match of the Day, the storied football highlights program on the BBC. And we just happened to speak to them at the start of this year, so now feels like a perfect time to revisit one of those amazing conversations with two sports broadcasting trail…

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Ep 174 (Part 1) "Uno in Vegas & Ying Yang Twins Still Touring" 51:47

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What's good, Pitmasters?! The internet did not disappoint when it came to content this week! From thoughts of Uno showing up on casino floors, to SeaWorld San Diego cashing in on the nostalgia of the city by having some senior citizens come thru for some concerts! We had more to talk about, but Mother Nature shut down Mac's power, so consider this …

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Dawn O'Porter on choosing love, building resilience, and finding a new path 47:47

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Today, we're joined by an author and presenter who proves that passion, resilience and drive can get you over life's hardest hurdles - even when some look insurmountable: it's the fabulous Dawn O'Porter! After a really tough childhood brightened by the beauty surrounding her, Dawn's career has taken her to both sides of the Pond as an accomplished …

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Something from the Cellar: Louise Redknapp 38:29

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A few weeks ago, a true gem of UK pop music put her new album out - so we thought this was a perfect time to revisit our conversation with a woman who dominated the charts in the 90s as part of the pop group Eternal and has sold over 15m records herself as a solo artist: it's Louise Redknapp! Louise and I spoke a while back about the heady days of …

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Fleur East on chasing her dreams, life’s second chances, and her West End debut as Tina Turner 42:03

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Our guest today is a fiercely talented presenter, singer and performer whose voice lights up the airwaves each morning and then brings the house down each night, performing as the legendary Tina Turner. It’s the amazing Fleur East! Fleur and Kate reminsice about first meeting on the X Factor twenty years ago, where Fleur’s journey ended after the f…

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Something from the Cellar: Judy Murray 57:39

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To celebrate the end of another special Wimbledon tennis tournament, we're revisiting a conversation with a true trailblazer in British tennis. She also perfectly encapsulates what it means to show resilience, humour, and heart – it’s the one and only Judy Murray! From raising champions to championing women in sport, Judy’s journey is nothing short…

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Sam Ryder on a life of music, embarrassing first date mishaps, and rocking out with your heroes 1:02:36

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Joining us today is a singer and songwriter who’s gone from living paycheck to paycheck while posting cover videos online to Eurovison success and playing Wembley alongside bona fide rock legends. It’s the joyous Sam Ryder! Ahead of the release of his sophomore album and headline show at Wembley Arena, he talks about how he survived on “crumbs of c…

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Mark Gatiss 43:42

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On the Best Podcast in the Galaxy* this week is none other than the comic and dramatic genius Mark Gatiss. Mark chats about politics, children's TV, comedy, and that time he played Peter Mandelson. Plus he reveals why he won't be accepting an honor from the King any time soon. He's a true multi-hyphenate; an actor, comedian, screenwriter, director,…

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Something from the Cellar: Candace Bushnell 1:00:40

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Today, we're so happy to be revisiting a conversation with a woman who helped redefine how an entire generation of women saw themselves, their aspirations and their sexuality. It's only the bloody author of Sex and the City, Candace Bushnell! Candace was such amazing company - we spoke about the crossover between her life and the lives of Carrie, S…

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Tom Parker-Bowles on his wilder days, the difficulties of sudden fame, and the joys of food 1:04:04

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Today, we're joined by a writer, presenter, and author who has lived under the glare of public scrutiny since his mother began a relationship with our now-king – something he's handled with admirable humour and good grace. It's the charming Tom Parker-Bowles! Tom joins us fresh off the release of his new cookbook 'Let's Eat' to tell us hilarious an…

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Something from the Cellar: Anastacia 52:21

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It's the 4th of July this weekend for our friend across the Pond, so we wanted to celebrate two American guests who represent their country in the best possible way! First up, the phenomenal singer-songwriter with one of the most recognisable voices in pop music. It’s noughties icon Anastacia! Anastacia spoke to us about some amazing highs and diff…

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Ep 173 "Misusing the Perks of Your Job, Unforgivable, & Is Jim Jones Trippin?" 1:46:04

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What's poppin, PitMasters?! Tonight Blak and Mac cover a plethora of shenanigans that popped up over the internet this week. So pull up and pour a drink of your choice and get ready for some laughs! 1.) Misusing the Perks of Your Job (8:31) 2.) Some Things Can't Be Forgiven (26:21) 3.) This Kid Wants Candy (42:40) 4.) Was Bow Wow Bigger Than Jay-Z?…

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Sir Ian Rankin 33:41

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It's back! Series TWO of Trash Talk returns after a few months off... much like a Birmingham bin collection. There are some HUGE names lined up for this new series - as Count Binface continues his quest to interview some fascinating humans in his quest to learn about humans... so he can conquer Earth. Today it's best-selling author Sir Ian Rankin. …

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Vogue Williams on family values, enjoying her younger days, and finding her peace 59:56

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Joining us today is a presenter, model and author who has become a certified podcasting queen after a string of successful shows, all delivered with her trademark mix of self-aware craic and personable warmth: it’s the gorgeous Vogue Williams! We sat down for a chat about her wilder younger days back in Ireland - with days often spent modelling in …

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Something from the Cellar: Bez 46:52

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It's one of the biggest week in the UK summer, because Glastonbury's here! And to celebrate, there was only one episode we could revisit - an epic, hilarious, often heartfelt conversation with a man who's covered every literal and spiritual blade of grass at Worthy Farm: it's Bez from the Happy Mondays! Across a lovely chat - that took the entire a…

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Ep 172 "Kendrick & SZA Put On A Show, Best Chip Flavor, Mexican Rapper Calls Our Bluff" 1:26:09

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What it do, Pitmasters?! Tonight the Dynamic Duo share their thoughts on the recently wrapped up "Grand National Tour" with Kendrick and SZA. They're also talking about a couple of posts from the group, and they end with "Who's Manz" that we need your thoughts on. 1.) The Grand National Tour (7:54) 2.) Best Chip Flavor (35:40) 3.) Best Cartoon Dog …

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Ep 171 "Time for Weezy to Call It Quits, DC or Marvel, When Betting On Yourself Goes Wrong" 1:38:46

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What's good, Pitmasters?! The broski's are back and, as always, shenanigans are afoot! 1.) Did 'Tha Carter VI' Flop? (8:36) 2.) One Gotta Go: DC or Marvel (32:34) 3.) Local Rapper Goes For Realism In Video (49:12) 4.) Invisibility Prank (53:51) 5.) Woman Turns Down 3 Years and Gets 30 Years (1:07:00) Peep the website: https://thedfpn.com/the-smokep…

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Alex Horne on creative connection, being more open, and tales from the Taskmaster house 45:07

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Today, we welcome a comedian and TV host who has taken a brilliantly simple idea for a show - funny people trying to complete funny tasks - and turned it into a global phenomenon. And it’s all been thanks to not taking yourself, or life, too seriously: it’s comedian, TV host and author, Alex Horne! Alex joins us from, you guessed it, the Taskmaster…

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Something from the Cellar: Ian 'H' Watkins 55:02

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To continue our Pride Month celebrations, we’re revisiting our heartwarming and hilarious chat with pop icon Ian ‘H’ Watkins! In this uplifting episode, Ian reflects on life beyond Steps, the joy of reconnecting with his creativity, and the importance of living as your authentic self. He also shares candid stories about the highs and challenges of …

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Julie Graham on grief, growth, and the women who shaped her 1:03:15

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Joining us this week is one of our favourite leading ladies – a powerhouse performer whose credits span everything from Benidorm, At Home with the Braithwaites, and William & Mary to Doc Martin, The Bletchley Circle, The Hardacres, and most recently, the BBC’s gripping crime drama This City Is Ours. Known for her fierce talent, straight-talking nat…

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Something from the Cellar: Tom Allen 1:02:15

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Today, in honour of Pride Month, we’re revisiting our wonderfully warm and witty conversation with the brilliant Tom Allen – comedian, presenter, and unapologetic national treasure! In this episode, Tom reflects on growing up in Bromley as a fabulously strange teenager who had a love of dinner parties, fine silverware, and a flair for the theatrica…

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Jo Joyner on motherhood, menopause, and the moments that shape us 55:07

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Joining us this week is one of British television’s most loved and consistently brilliant actors. From No Angels to EastEnders, Ackley Bridge to Stay Close, she’s become a mainstay on our screens — and now she’s back with a gripping new drama. It’s the wonderful Jo Joyner! In this conversation, Jo looks back on the defining chapters of her life, fr…