Best Michael Alf Podcasts (2025)

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Angela Harding, artist 52:15

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Angela Harding is an artist, printmaker and illustrator. Based in Rutland, Angela’s work is inspired by the countryside of the British Isles, and in particular British birds. Alongside her many prints and artistic creations, her award-willing illustrations can be found adorning many a book cover. Angela was born in Stoke-on-Trent in June 1960, the …

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Bread Court Feat. Demi Adejuyigbe 37:08

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If you want to see Zach star in his own Judge Judy style TV show, write to Channel Ten and tell them you want to see it. LINKS Follow Demi on Instagram @electrolemon Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnacl…

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Michael Sheen, actor 51:25

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Michael Sheen is an award-winning actor. After finding his love for the stage with the West Glamorgan Youth theatre as a teenager, he studied at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art in London. He spent the 1990s making a name for himself as a stage actor, shining in the classics from Romeo and Juliet to Peer Gynt as well as in 20th century masterpiece…

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Bruce Springsteen on the joy of dancing 3:23

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The rock legend Bruce Springsteen was cast away by Kirsty Young back in 2016. Bruce has won 20 Grammys, two Golden Globes, an Academy Award, and his albums sell in their millions around the world. He grew up in New Jersey in a family that teetered on the brink of poverty. His first guitar was rented rather than bought, and he spent his apprentice y…

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Sarah Storey on her sporting dreams 3:42

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In 2024, the athlete Dame Sarah Storey was cast away by Lauren Laverne. Sarah Storey is Great Britain’s most successful Paralympian. She was just 14 when she took two weeks off school to compete as a swimmer in the 1992 Barcelona Paralympics where she won her first two gold medals. She spoke to Lauren about the first time she watched the Olympics o…

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Bryan Stevenson on race and criminal justice in America 4:23

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In 2015, the American lawyer Bryan Stevenson was cast away by Kirsty Young. Bryan is the founder and executive director of the Equal Justice Initiative, a private, not-for-profit organisation in the US working on death penalty cases, prison and sentencing reform, and issues of race and poverty. He spoke to Kirsty about racism in the American crimin…

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American Mark Mk II Feat. Demi Adejuyigbe 31:47

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Upvote that. LINKS Follow Demi on Instagram @electrolemon Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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David Attenborough on his connection to the natural world 2:55

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The broadcasting legend Sir David Attenborough was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2012 for the 70th anniversary of Desert Island Discs. Sir David told Kirsty about his passion for fossils, which began as a child and inspired his love of the natural world. You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.…

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Dustin Hoffman on his father 4:31

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The actor Dustin Hoffman was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2012. He has been a leading man in Hollywood for over fifty years. His career includes movies such as The Graduate, All The President's Men, Kramer v Kramer, Tootsie and Rain Man. He spoke to Kirsty about his relationship with his father. You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.…

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Marian Keyes on writing 3:37

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The writer Marian Keyes was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2017. It’s thirty years since she published her first novel, Watermelon. Her books have sold in their millions, and many of her bestsellers have been adapted for the screen. She spoke to Kirsty about how she feels when she’s finished writing a book. You can listen to the full episode on BBC S…

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David Beckham on his childhood love of football and fashion 3:38

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The footballer David Beckham was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2017. Born and raised in East London, he spent hours as a child kicking a ball around at the local park with his father. At the age of seven, he played for his first team, Ridgeway Rovers, before coming to the attention of Manchester United. He spoke to Kirsty about how his love of footb…

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Maya Angelou on the trauma that made her mute 4:50

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The great American writer Maya Angelou was cast away back in 1987. She told Michael Parkinson about the disturbing reason she became temporarily mute during her childhood, which in turn led to her love of poetry. Some listeners may find her description of events upsetting. You can find the full episode on BBC Sounds. Details of organisations offeri…

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Greg Larsen’s Surprise Birthday Party feat. Greg Larsen 35:52

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Stick around until the end for a surprise from Zach’s belly! LINKS Watch The Greg Larsen Show on Grouse House! https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqS09O_7fr09IiQijTXZx_0DQzmzYmUHU Follow Greg @greglarsencomedian on Instagram Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/…

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David Nott on working in war zones 4:16

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The surgeon David Nott was cast away by Kirsty Young in 2016 shortly after returning from war-torn Syria. He spoke to Kirsty about his experiences of working in a warzone for the first time back in the early 90s. You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.By BBC Radio 4

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Judi Dench on her childhood days in amateur dramatics 3:46

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The actor Dame Judi Dench has been cast away to the desert island three times, most recently in 2015. She spoke to Kirsty Young about her first performances in an amateur dramatic group which included her parents as members. You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.By BBC Radio 4

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Adele on her first record deal 2:19

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The singer Adele was cast away by Lauren Laverne in 2022. In 2008, she released her debut album, 19, and the following year she won the first of many Grammys. Her next three albums, 21, 25 and 30, consolidated her superstar status. She told Lauren about the day she signed her first record deal. You can listen to the full episode on BBC Sounds.…

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Professor Sue Black on the mysteries of the human body 3:27

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In 2015, the forensic anthropologist, Professor Dame Sue Black, was cast away by Kirsty Young. Brought up on the west coast of Scotland and in Inverness, she fell in love with biology at secondary school and read Human Anatomy at the University of Aberdeen. After graduation, she worked at London's St Thomas' Hospital as an anatomist, and police beg…

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Lemn Sissay on his foster family 3:48

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Mr Worldwide Mark & Mrs Worldwide Mark feat. Alex Hines 46:06

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Jill Scott on her start in football 5:04

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Adrian Edmondson on working with Rik Mayall 6:07

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In 2023, the comedian and writer Adrian Edmondson was cast away by Lauren Laverne. Adrian met his comedy partner, the late Rik Mayall, at university. They bonded over their shared interests in double acts, violent slapstick and the plays of Samuel Beckett. It was the start of a long performing partnership and friendship. Adrian spoke to Lauren abou…

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Party Quirks 14 with Sam 54:05

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A quick one this time. LINKS Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Watch The Most Upsetting Guessing Game In The World on Grouse House https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLqS09O_7fr09oNKhe-bKQiCoJ30BmsDi9 Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydon…

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ALF City 2125 RPG feat. Matthew Jackson 1:08:14

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A cyberpunk neo-noir adventure featuring Officer Sausage Gumbo and C-7-9-12. Want more Trope RPG? Watch on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TropeRPG Listen to the podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/trope-rpg/id1773712643 LINKS Check out Matthew’s game My Arms Are Longer Now https://store.steampowered.com/app/2646170/My_Arms_Are_Longer_No…

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Snapchat Head Office 32:28

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A rumination. LINKS Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Maggie Alphonsi, broadcaster and former rugby player 49:21

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Maggie Alphonsi is a broadcaster and former rugby player. She was part of the England team which took home the 2014 Women’s Rugby World Cup and by the time she retired she’d won 74 caps for her country. Maggie was brought up in north London and when she was 14 her PE teacher suggested she give the sport of rugby union a try. Maggie joined her local…

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Greg Larsen Has A Conspiracy feat. Tom & Greg 38:42

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Honey-slick slander. LINKS We're on tour! Buy tickets to DREM here https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @greglarsencomedian on Instagram Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/liste…

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Professor Dame Carol Robinson, scientist 50:20

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Professor Dame Carol Robinson is a scientist who was the first female professor of Chemistry at both Cambridge and Oxford Universities. She has been awarded scientific prizes from all over the world for her pioneering work studying complex macromolecules using an instrument called the mass spectrometer. Carol was drawn to science as a child growing…

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The Moan & Groan Phantom Zone Zone 39:52

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An attempt at Kris Kringle with Tom. LINKS Our DREM World Tour has started! Buy tickets here https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/listener for privac…

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Harry Hill, comedian 50:48

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Harry Hill is a comedian, writer and broadcaster best known for presenting popular television shows including You’ve Been Framed, Junior Bake Off and the multi award-winning TV Burp. He was born Matthew Hall in Surrey and brought up in Kent. He became a Cub Scout and got a taste for performing when he was nine after playing Widow Twankey in the Chr…

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Buttering Up Mr Hollywood Michael Shanks 1:02:30

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Michael wrote and directed the new movie ‘Together’. Go see it! LINKS Follow Michael on Instagram @timtimfed Hear Michael on The Last Video Store with Alexei Toliopoulos https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/the-last-video-store/id999728026 Our DREM World Tour has started! Buy tickets here https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery o…

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Monica Dolan, actor 50:58

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Monica Dolan is a BAFTA and Olivier award winning actor. She is equally at home playing a wrongfully accused postmistress in Mr Bates Vs the Post Office as she is playing the serial killer Rosemary West. Alongside her many roles in TV, stage and screen, Monica has also written and performed in her award winning one woman play B*easts. Born in 1969,…

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South African Sams' Advice For Live Touring 33:07

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Gustavo Dudamel, conductor 51:19

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Gustavo Dudamel is a Venezuelan conductor, violinist and composer. He is known for bringing humour and joy to the podium. He is currently director of the Los Angeles Philharmonic and the Simon Bolivar Symphony Orchestra and in 2026 will take up the post of music director of the New York Philharmonic, following in the footsteps of Gustav Mahler and …

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Three Brodens 45:08

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We’re sorry. LINKS Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ash Atalla, producer 50:03

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Ash Atalla is a television producer whose first hit was the BBC sitcom The Office, starring Ricky Gervais. He followed it up with the IT Crowd, People Just Do Nothing, Big Boys and Stath Lets Flats. His haul of awards from these programmes include six BAFTAs, four Royal Television Society awards, a Golden Globe and an Emmy. Ash was born in Cairo an…

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Cool Dude Zach 41:31

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Plus a legacy character surprise. LINKS Buy tickets to our DREM World Tour https://tour.auntydonna.com/ Follow @theauntydonnagallery on Instagram https://bit.ly/auntydonna-ig Become a Patreon supporter at http://auntydonnaclub.com/ Join The Aunty Donna Club: https://www.patreon.com/auntydonna See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Carol Klein, gardener 50:47

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Carol Klein is a gardener, broadcaster and longtime contributor to BBC Gardeners’ World. She is a six time Chelsea Flower Show gold medal winner, a certified RHS Horticultural Hero and was awarded the RHS Victoria Medal of Honour. Born in 1945 in Lancashire, Carol was the eldest of three children and her love of gardening was evident when she used …