Best Ian And Iain Podcasts (2025)

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BREAKING NEWS - Geoff Cancelled / Rachel Ready To Make Us Poorer 27:44

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I recorded this in the midst of being cancelled by the people of Aldershot!! In more real world affairs, I discuss Rachel Reeves 'rolling the pitch' to make us all poorer (again). Then I dissect a fiery PMQs which didn't quite last the pace, and why spy scandals need to be sexy. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There’s No Bloke Without Fire’. Bo…

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England in the 90's with Matt Forde (QK Reloaded) 1:26:56

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... QK Legend Matthew Forde. This episode was first broadcast on 6th November 2017. -------- Back for his sec…

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STARMER UNDER THE MICROSCOPE - with Francis Foster 43:38

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Francis returns for this week's episode as we ponder whether Keir Starmer will be able to escape questions over china and income tax (or whether he had any positive role in the middle-east whatsoever). Then we discuss whether younger women, fuelled by Tik-tok, have become actively hostile to men (or to put it more bluntly 'do birds hate blokes?') I…

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USA 94 with Matt Lorenzo (QK Reloaded) 1:05:09

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... ITV's finest, Mr Matt Lorenzo. This episode was first broadcast 30th October 2017. ------ Our guest this …

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David James, Dougie Anderson, Eleanor Oldroyd, Ray Bradshaw 1:06:49

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Former England and Liverpool footballer David James, broadcaster Dougie Anderson, broadcaster Eleanor Oldroyd, and comedian Ray Bradshaw join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final r…

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BREAKING NEWS - Trump's Peace & Kemi's Speech 29:53

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I talk about Donald Trump seemingly having found a way through the middle-east peace process (and how reluctant some people might be to acknowledge that!) I also discuss Starmer's growing unease over the collapse of the Chinese spy trial - govt's not easy eh Keir? Then I finish by analysing what was seen by many as Kemi's career saving speech, amaz…

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James Acaster watches 'Club for a Fiver' (QK Reloaded) 1:11:14

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Comedian and friend of the show, James Acaster. This episode was first published 23rd October 2017. -----…

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Frills, Feathers & Feelings: Geese, CMAT, The New Eves, Blood Orange & Ami Taf Ra (plus a wee bit of QOTSA, Taylor Swift and Ricky Ross!) 1:47:50

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Send us a text Five recent music releases are road-tested and reviewed on the latest @weheardwonders pod. What makes Geese stand out from the alt-rock flock? Does CMAT’s “Irish country rock’n’roll” raise a smile? Are The New Eves novel or more novelty? Is Ami Taf Ra’s maximalist jazz awe-inspiring or yawn-inducing? And what emotions does Blood Oran…

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IS KEMI GOODENOUGH? - with Ria Lina 42:23

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Mark Lawrenson (QK Reloaded) 59:00

10d ago59:00

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Quite A Boast - Episode 27 - David G Croft 1:14:47

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We are joined in this episode by Director & Producer David G Croft, who has many a tale to tell from his long and illustrious career in television; from co-creating The Crystal Maze to directing LIVE AID! He also tells us about his time working with Vic & Bob on Shooting Stars and the Viz Top Tips videos. Find out what foodstuff David was asked to …

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John Cross, Chloe Petts, Martin Kelner, Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake 1:04:01

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Chief football writer John Cross, journalist and presenter Martin Kelner, GB sprinter Nethaneel Mitchell-Blake, and comedian Chloe Petts join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final r…

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NOW 32 - Autumn '95: Emma Harrison 56:42

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Is this the way they say the future’s meant to be? It’s November 1995. Pop was pulling in many different directions. But predominantly, it was swaggering its way towards the end of the century in a confident, Union Jack draped fashion. Whilst dance music, boybands, TV based retro crooners and a range of other co-stars were vying for our well earned…

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BREAKING NEWS - Labour Square up to Reform 30:29

14d ago30:29

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Following the end of Labour Party conference I dissect Labour having a 'Purge' moment and just saying whatever they think about Reform and Nigel Farage. Is it what they think? Probably. Will the public credit their current position given the amount of flip-flopping? Not so sure. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There’s No Bloke Without Fire’. Bo…

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Tom Parry reflects on Steve Bull and Wolves in the 90s (QK Reloaded) 1:13:11

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Comedian and friend of the show Tom Parry chatting Wolves and Bully. This episode was first broadcast on …

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STARMER USES THE 'R' WORD - with Iain Dale 45:39

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As we're bang in conference season I got political heavyweight Iain Dale to join me for a chat. We discuss Starmer calling Reform's new policy 'racist' and whether that - or indeed ID cards - will blow up in his face. We then turn to the Tories and ask 'What the hell could they do to make anyone care?' In the Patreon only section I respond to a bit…

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Dermot Gallagher (QK Reloaded) 1:05:32

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Us fulfilling our dream of wanting to interview a ref: this is Dermot Gallagher. This episode was first b…

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Carl Donnelly, Ian Moore, Jake Wood, Natalie Pike 59:57

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EastEnders actor Jake Wood, football presenter Natalie Pike, author and comedian Ian Moore, and comedian Carl Donnelly join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the top two …

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Darren Anderton (QK Reloaded) 1:10:35

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Euro 96 semi final post-hitter, Darren Anderton. This episode was first broadcast on 25th September 2017.…

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LEFT VS RIGHT - with Tom Walker (aka Jonathan Pie) 42:16

24d ago42:16

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In these divided times I thought it would be good to reach out across the political divide and get the creator of Jonathan Pie back on. Tom's recent video on discourse provides a great jumping off point for several discussions following the murder of Charlie Kirk (plus we also ask who has more fun, lefties or righties). Then it's on asking 'What is…

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Frank Skinner (QK Reloaded) 1:17:54

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... West Brom's own, Frank Skinner. This episode was first broadcast on the 18th September 2017. ---- We’re b…

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Bob Mills, Kelly Sotherton, Ned Boulting, Thom Gibbs 58:27

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British former heptathlete Kelly Sotherton, journalist and presenter Ned Boulting, journalist Thom Gibbs and comedian Bob Mills join Rick Edwards for an hour of sporting punditry, humour and entertainment. Points are awarded for informed comment, wit and passion, but taken away for nonsense and answers lacking in conviction. In the final round, the…

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BREAKING NEWS - Did Starmer Have a Win?? 32:17

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In this episode I ponder the frankly preposterous notion that something may have gone right for Keir Starmer. I also have a good laugh delving into the shambles around the launch of the Jeremy Corbyn and Zarah Sultana party - plus give my view on Jimmy Kimmel's cancellation for his monologue on the MAGA reaction to Charlie Kirk. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR…

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The first QK 90s football quiz (QK Reloaded) 1:06:04

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... The first ever traditional end-of-series quiz! This episode was first broadcast on 23rd May 2017. -------…

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TRUMP IN THE YOOOKAY - with Jacob Hawley 43:49

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With Donald Trump set to whirlwind into the UK on Tuesday myself and Jacob Hawley wonder out loud what could go wrong. Has Starmer slept at all in the build up? Will the King go on a weird one? Will Donald bounce Keir on his knee? We also talk about the sad death of Ricky Hatton and try to work out how blokes can keep an eye on their mates....oh an…

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Iain Dowie (QK Reloaded) 55:42

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Footballer and rocket scientist, Iain Dowie. This episode was first broadcast on 15th May 2017. ------ Th…

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BREAKING NEWS - Mandelson Sacked / Charlie Kirk Murder 34:24

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So in this episode we have a subject which you can joke about and one which isn't funny at all. On the one hand Peter Mandelson leaves Govt AGAIN, and reminds us that New Labour are something like the British version of the deep state. At the other end of the spectrum there was the disturbing murder of US political activist Charlie Kirk. CATCH ME O…

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Matt Forde on 90's Nottingham Forest (QK Reloaded) 1:01:05

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Our very own Matt Forde talking about Forest's glorious and inglorious 90s. This episode was first broadc…

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The Managers - with Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis! 14:20

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Chris has landed an exciting new gig - and this time, he's teaming up with managerial heavyweights Mick McCarthy and Tony Pulis! Introducing The Managers - a brand-new weekly show that takes you inside the dugout like never before. Because let’s face it: only a football manager truly knows what it’s like to be one. Each week, Mick and Tony bring th…

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'THERE'S GOING TO BE CARNAGE' - with Scott Capurro 44:02

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The ever so naughty Scott Capurro rejoined us this week (trigger alert for any Royal fans or menopausal women). We caught up on a tumultuous long weekend for the govt. From Rayner going to reshuffles and the return of flag nemesis Emily Thornberry. We also discuss Reform's conference and the surprise star in sequins. In the Patreon only we chat abo…

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Ivo Graham on Steve Bruce's 'Striker' (QK Reloaded) 1:06:23

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Our first look into the Barnesverse alongside Ivo Graham. This episode was first published on the 2nd May…

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Quite A Boast - Episode 26 - Alex Lowe 53:48

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Our guest in this episode is actor & comedian Alex Lowe aka Clinton Baptiste aka Barry from Watford. Alex regales us with stories from his extensive career including his experiences working with Vic & Bob in 'Monkey Trousers', 'House of Fools' and on the Whitehouse & Higson penned sitcom pilot, 'The Honeymoon’s Over'. Also hear tales of corpsing al…

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BREAKING NEWS - RAYNER RUCKUS & LINEHAN LOCKED UP 33:54

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Could've done an episode every day this week! From Linehan getting nicked to the Rayner revelations it's felt like a lifetime since Monday. Also old slippery Starmer has been busy taking away power from Rachel, while she is kicking the budget down the road like me putting off a trip to the dump. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There’s No Bloke …

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Nish Kumar watches Premier Passions (QK Reloaded) 1:07:55

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Man Utd sufferer Nish Kumar watching Peter Reid's mighty Sunderland in Premier Passions. This episode was…

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CAN ANYONE STOP REFORM? - with Andrew Doyle 49:15

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Great show this week as Andrew returns to discuss another shock poll for Reform (aren't they all these days?). We also suggest that - following his recent social media update - Keir Starmer should never speak in public again. Then I ask Mr Doyle about life in the U.S and whether our apocalyptic perception of their politics is in any way accurate. C…

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Tom Craine discusses 'The Impossible Job' (QK Reloaded) 1:06:35

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... QK legend Tom Craine reviewing an all-time great football documentary; The Impossible Job. This episode w…

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NOW Yearbook '79: Nick Heyward and Daryl Easlea 1:01:36

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It’s the end, the end of the Seventies. It was a decade that had started with Edison Lighthouse and ended with Another Brick in the wall. After 221 number one singles, the decade that had given us everything from Bowie to Bell bottoms, from Chopper bikes to Chiquitita, Glam to Punk, and Sapphire to Steel, was closing down - and at a sensible hour t…

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Ian Pearce (QK Reloaded) 1:00:42

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Premier League winner Ian Pearce. This episode was first broadcast on 18th April 2017. -- Premier League …

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Carnal and Catchy: Wolf Alice, Dijon, Water From Your Eyes, Tyler Ballgame & Nourished By Time 1:25:13

2M ago1:25:13

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Send us a text It’s a bumper week for new releases on @weheardwonders with four Album Of The Year contenders (Wolf Alice, Dijon, Water From Your Eyes, Nourished By Time) and a much-touted newcomer (Tyler Ballgame) lined up on the starting grid. But what did Iain and Andrew make of the runners ‘n’ riders? Which ones elicit excitable swearing and dec…

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ANGELA 'THREE PADS' RAYNER - with Alun Cochrane 40:43

2M ago40:43

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The excellently insightful Alun Cochrane joined me to ponder whether Angela Rayner is either very normal, or not as normal as she makes out. We also look ahead to Labour going back to school and whether they'll end up taxing luxury dogs. Then we contemplate why young women are moving to 'extreme' left wing politics. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke…

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Jim Rosenthal (QK Reloaded) 58:07

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... ITV heart-throb, Jim Rosenthal. This episode was first broadcast on 10th April 2017. ----- ITV in the 90s…

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LBHY: Luton: Trouble At The Top with Tom Craine 34:56

2M ago34:56

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For this episode, we are joined by Oh What A Time’s Tom Craine to review one of the all time great 00’s football documentaries - Trouble At The Top: Luton Kicks Off. We look back at John Gurney’s infamous 55-day spell as Luton chairman, including one of the craziest managerial appointment processes of the decade: MANAGER IDOL! And that’s only the b…

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Scotland in Stereo: Barry Can’t Swim, Lavinia Blackwall, The Cords, Ian Humberstone & Colin Steele Quartet 1:19:27

2M ago1:19:27

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Send us a text Even more so than usual, this week’s episode of the @weheardwonders podcast is one made in Scotland, with all five acts up for review hailing from north of the border. It’s an eclectic bunch too, taking in Barry Can’t Swim’s bangin’ and increasingly ubiquitous dance-pop, Lavinia Blackwall’s out-of-time folk-rock, the youthful exubera…

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BREAKING NEWS - Starmer Thinks He's Unbroken Britain 27:29

2M ago27:29

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In this week's breaking news I'm trying to work out how Keir 'Britain is Broken' Starmer can pivot to an 'everything's fine' narrative.. I also look at the phenomenon of English flags appearing and ask what the progressive can really say in response. Then it's a good old rant about Lewis Goodall's idea that we should have 100% inheritance tax. CATC…

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Miles Jacobson OBE on Championship and Football Manager (QK Reloaded) 1:02:17

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK, every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... FM's head honcho, Watford's own, Miles Jacobson OBE. This episode was first published 27th March 2017. --…

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DONALD TRUMP: WORLD POLICE with Dom Frisby 39:18

2M ago39:18

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The brilliant Dominic Frisby joins me to mull over Trump's attempts to bring peace to the world (and whether it would be sped up by Vladimir Putin finally coming out). We also talk about how you can openly call for violence but still be found not guilty of calling for violence. Dom then explains his excellent new book about Gold while I ask dumb qu…

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Paul Merson (QK Reloaded) 1:02:36

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK every Tuesday and Thursday. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Arch-Gooner and Soccer Saturday's finest, Paul Merson. This episode was first released on 20th March 2017.…

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BREAKING NEWS - Sturgeon Takes The Bait 34:06

2M ago34:06

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As I'm still up at the Fringe I've been fascinated by wee Nicola's PR tour for her book where it turns out she did nothing wrong and everyone should just be nicer to her. I also reflected on a whopping 0.3% quarter of economic growth and even more impressive growth in the number of illegal boat crossings. CATCH ME ON MY TOUR ‘Basic Bloke 2: There’s…

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Elis James (QK Reloaded) 1:02:23

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In an effort to become podcasting's version of UK Gold, we're spinning it back and replaying the glory days of QK. This is: QK Reloaded. We'll be playing through our original episodes in release order. And this is... Welsh heart-throb and Oh What A Time podcaster Elis James, S01E02. First broadcast on March 6th 2017. -------- Bobby Gould's tenure a…

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We’re Back! Life Updates, NEW Music News & Reviews – caroline, Ryan Davis, Annahstasia, Clipse & Poor Creature 1:38:33

2M ago1:38:33

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Send us a text Yes folks, @weheardwonders is back, back, back, as Iain and Andrew dust off their microphones after an extended summer break. We chat about Iain's recent Significant Life Event, as well as discuss some of the bigger music news stories that have occurred in the time that we've been away. Then it's down to the main business at hand: re…