Best Mike Bubbins Podcasts (2025)

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Dawn French, Fern Britton, Edward Rowe, Gwenno 35:56

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This week Loose Ends is coming from the Homecoming festival at the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall. Clive Anderson is joined by comedian, actor and writer Dawn French, who moved to Cornwall to give her more space to write and Fern Britton, who has written eleven novels set in Cornwall, and has lived here on and off since starting her career in …

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Jenny Colgan, Douglas Maxwell, Zara Gladman, Michael Mullen, James Yorkston, Rachel Newton 35:57

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It's 20 years since Jenny Colgan became a published author and since then her books have been translated across the globe, from Brazil to Bulgaria. Her latest novel is Meet Me at the Seaside Cottages. Playwright Douglas Maxwell is back at the Tron in Glasgow, a theatre that kickstarted his professional career 25 years ago. His one-man show Man’s Be…

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Ore Oduba, Amy Macdonald, Kim Blythe, Tom Newlands, Rose Room 36:30

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Ore Oduba switched broadcasting for the stage after his 2016 Strictly win. His latest production is the adaptation of Peter James’ Picture You Dead book which is on tour across the country. Tom Newlands' debut novel Only Here, Only set in a fictional Fife town has received many plaudits in the UK and beyond. It's coming out in paperback later in Ju…

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Adam Buxton, Tanita Tikaram, Jimi Famurewa, Kiran Landa and Honeyglaze 34:41

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This week Clive Anderson is talking playing with toys, settling scores and saying goodbyes with OG podcaster Adam Buxton. Tanita Tikaram has finally recorded the follow up to her multi-millions selling 1988 album 'Ancient Heart', called 'LIAR' Jimi Famurewa tells us how you go from stuffing mashed potato in your pocket to appearing on Masterchef. K…

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Patrick Grant, Jason Donovan, Sophie McCartney, The Young'Uns, Mychelle, Stuart Maconie 38:55

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Jason Donovan won the hearts of millions alongside Kylie Minogue in the Australian soap Neighbours; then his debut album was the biggest seller of 1989 and he topped the UK singles chart 4 times. In the 1990s he reinvented himself in musical theatre with acclaimed roles in Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Priscilla Queen of the Desert …

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Paloma Faith, Mike Bubbins, Frank Cottrell Boyce, Helen Carr, Euros Childs, Kizzy Crawford 36:17

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Clive Anderson brings us Loose Ends from the Hay Festival. Joining Clive in front of a Hay audience are singer Paloma Faith who last year released her most personal album 'The Glorification of Sadness'. She also published her first book 'MILF' (no, not that one), a rousing call to arms for women to take up space, based on her experiences in the mus…

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Jess Gillam, Stevie Martin, Georgia Ruth, Emma Jane Unsworth, Ben Aitken, Stuart Maconie 35:29

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The comedian and podcaster Stevie Martin is currently battling it out in the latest series of Channel 4’s award winning show Taskmaster - you might have enjoyed her "most snooty possession" which was a portrait of her pet tortoise in military uniform. She'll be here to tell us all about getting "the call" and her favourite games...sorry... tasks. I…

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Gruff Rhys, Phina Oruche, Kate Mossman, Divina De Campo, Joe Kent-Walters 38:45

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Joining Stuart Maconie in the Salford studio are the actress Phina Oruche who began her career modelling in America. She's best known for playing Liberty Baker in Footballers Wives. Phina is currently on stage at the Liverpool Everyman in Nathan Powell's new play 'Takeaway', where she stars as Carol, the matriach behind Hyltons Caribbean takeaway. …

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Alex Horne and The Horne Section, Susie Dent, Anoushka Shankar, Kate Wiliams, Callum Scott Howells, Clive Anderson 37:14

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Taskmaster star, comic and sitcom actor Alex Horne joins Clive Anderson to talk about season two of his sitcom, to introduce his comedic band The Horne Section and tell us why he's never running out of taskmaster tasks. The lexicographer and broadcaster Susie Dent is now a mystery thriller writer too, she'll be with us to talk about twisty word clu…

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Rachel Joyce, Matilda Mann, Kiell Smith-Bynoe, Levison Wood, Maya Delilah, Stuart Maconie 36:34

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Rachel Joyce’s debut novel The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry was a bestseller in 30 languages, became a much-loved film with Jim Broadbent and is about to become a stage musical. She's also got a new novel, a sun-soaked family drama called The Homemade God which has already been hailed by one critic as "the perfect holiday read". Levison Wood h…

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Kieran Hodgson, Julie Lin, Lewis Gribben, Selali Fiamanya, Skerryvore, Mike McKenzie 35:16

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Clive Anderson will be joined by comedian and star of Two Doors Down Kieran Hodgson ahead of his upcoming show Voice Of America. Chef Julie Lin's cookery book Sama Sama celebrates all parts of her Malaysian, Chinese and Scottish identity and mixes tradition with innovation. Lewis Gribben stars in the new series of Charlie Brooker's multi award-winn…

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Karen Dunbar, Mollie Hughes, Rosco McClelland, Kirsty MacLaren, NATI., Lewis McLaughlin 34:13

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Stuart Maconie will be joined by comedian Karen Dunbar, star of sketch comedy show Chewin’ The Fat, ahead of her nationwide tour. Restless Natives: The Musical is the new stage adaptation of the Scottish cult classic. Actor Kirsty MacLaren stars in the show which brings some of Big Country's greatest hits to life. Rosco McClelland celebrates his re…

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Billy Porter, Deborah Frances White, Anna Chancellor, Lapsley, Anthony Joseph 34:50

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Joining Clive Anderson in the Loose Ends studio are the Emmy award-winning actor Billy Porter, currently hanging out in the Kit-Kat club where he is starring as Emcee. Comedian and 'Guilty Feminist' podcaster Deborah Frances White has just published a new book 'Six Conversations We're Scared to Have', about how to ask difficult questions and change…

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Michael Rosen, Barbara Flynn, Dylan Jones, Kemah Bob, Grace Petrie, Brad Kella, Stuart Maconie 35:46

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Loose Ends this week is all about finding the light. Poet, performer and broadcaster Michael Rosen is touring a one man show making sense of some of the darker moments of his life. Dylan Jones was the editor of era-defining magazines like i-D, Arena and British GQ in the 1990s and noughties. Now his memoir, These Foolish Things - tells how he left …

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Julian Clary 54:02

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Joining Rob for the final episode of the series is renowned comedian and self-described national trinket, the one and only Julian Clary. In this candid and colourful conversation, Julian shares how his career began, reflects on the fallout from that infamous awards show joke, and recounts his journey to becoming the king of panto. He also discusses…

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Bridget Christie, Adam Frost, Louise Young, Richard Dawson, Abel Selaocoe 33:25

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Clive Anderson's guests in Salford include Bridget Christie who returns with series two of The Change. Gardener's World expert Adam Frost who is on the road with his 'Lessons from the Garden' tour and up and coming stand up Louise Young. Music is from Richard Dawson who has just released a new album 'End of the Middle' and cellist and singer Abel S…

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From casting spells to political chaos, Jason Isaacs has done it all! The legendary actor joins Rob this week to share behind-the-scenes stories from his incredible career, from working with comedy icons like Michael Palin and Paul Whitehouse on ‘The Death of Stalin’ to his latest projects. He gives us a sneak peek at his character’s journey in ‘Th…

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Declan Lawn, Naoise Dolan, John Meagher, Emer Maguire, Ryan McMullan, Chubby Cat 36:42

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Stuart Maconie and guests come together with mighty laughs, big stories, and altogether good craic from Lisburn, Northern Ireland. Declan Lawn is a screenwriter of multiple TV series alongside his creative partner Adam Patterson, including the successful Blue Lights as well as the BBC miniseries The Salisbury Poisonings. Series three of Blue Lights…

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Bridget Christie 54:12

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This week, Rob is joined by the brilliant comedian, actress, and creative powerhouse - Bridget Christie. They cover everything from how Bridget found her way into comedy, to finding joy in the small things, as well as the inspiration behind her acclaimed series, ‘The Change’. Bridget also gives us a sneak peek at what to expect in the highly antici…

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Michael Ball; Hollie McNish; Pearl Mackie; Sam Lee; Pierre Novellie; Clive Anderson 34:44

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Clive hosts Loose Ends with an audience in London this week with a set of guests with a serious work ethic and willingness to try new things in the name of entertainment. The chart topping superstar and award winning actor Michael Ball is now also a best selling novelist. Can life backstage really be as chaotic as this page-turner set in theatrelan…

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Curtis Stigers 52:28

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This week, Rob is joined by his longtime friend and brilliant singer songwriter- Curtis Stigers. The pair swap stories about how they met, the performances they've shared, and the famous faces they've encountered along the way. Curtis gives an inside look at life on the road, from Copenhagen to the legendary Ronnie Scott’s, sharing stories from his…

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Dave Gorman, Angela Barnes, Simon Barnes, HotWax, Ni Maxine 34:24

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Stuart Maconie is looking on the bright side this week with Dave Gorman who thinks that 'Modern Life is Goodish'. In the latest installment of his TV series, Dave Gorman is back with his trusty powerpoint as he falls down rabbit holes but always with a smile on his face -ish. And just to balance out all that positivity we've got natural worrier Ang…

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Dave Gorman 59:22

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This week, Rob is joined by comedian, writer, and PowerPoint master Dave Gorman. Dave shares stories from his early days breaking into comedy and offers a glimpse into the ’90s Manchester comedy scene - working alongside Steve Coogan, Stewart Lee, and Caroline Aherne. Dave reflects on ‘The Mrs Merton Show’, sharing a heartfelt tribute to Caroline a…

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Stewart Lee, Barb Jungr, Philippa Dunne, Biig Piig, Aysha Kala 35:36

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Stuart Maconie is joined by the 41st best stand up ever to talk about his new tour 'Stewart Lee Vs The Man-Wulf', and by Philippa Dunne who plays Anne in the school gates sitcom 'Motherland'. Anne is back in the spinoff series 'Amandaland', focusing on Anne's glamorous best friend Amanda. Aysha Kala tells us how she nailed the accent to play Saima …

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Mike Bubbins 46:37

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This week on the pod, Rob is joined by the one and only Mike Bubbins - Welsh comedian, actor, and Elvis tribute artist. They dive into the inspiration behind Mike’s hit comedy series ‘Mammoth,’ where a long-lost 1970s gym teacher is discovered and brought back to life. Mike also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his popular podcast with Elis Ja…

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Hue and Cry, Larry Dean, Kirsty Logan, Jack Docherty, Su-a Lee 35:03

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Jack Docherty has entertained audiences in eight series of BBC Scotland’s mockumentary police show Scot Squad, as Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson. He returns to our screens in new spin-off The Chief. Writer Kirsty Logan has written on witches, mermaids, and motherhood. Her latest collection of dark tales of love and desire is No & Other Love S…

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Joel Dommett 58:04

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This week, Rob is joined by the brilliant Joel Dommett - comedian, presenter, and all-around entertainer! From unmasking singing celebs to surviving the jungle, Joel has done it all. He shares stories from his early stand-up days with James Acaster and Josh Widdicombe and gives us the lowdown on his new tour, ‘Happy Idiot’. Expect big laughs, surpr…

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Kevin Clifton, Liz Lochhead, The Hebridean Baker, Wild Rose, Mama Terra 34:29

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Kevin Clifton entertained the nation for years on Strictly, now he can often be found treading the boards instead – and is currently starring in Chicago as it tours the country. Poet and former Scots Makar Liz Lochhead talks about her collection of poems A Handsel ahead of her appearance at the Winter Words Festival in Pitlochry. Coinneach MacLeod,…

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David Walliams 54:44

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Joining Rob this week on the pod is comedian, actor and all-around mischief-maker David Walliams. Expect stories from David's early comedy days, the surprising inspirations behind some of Little Britain's most iconic characters, and a sneak peek into his latest children's book, ‘Super Sleuth’. Get ready for laughs, nostalgia, and a few surprises al…

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Mhairi Black, Gordon Buchanan, EMEL, Cal MacAninch, Michael Pedersen, LÉDA 34:35

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Natural history presenter and cameraman Gordon Buchanan’s new book In The Hide is a look back at some of his greatest adventures across the world, from Mumbai to Mongolia. In 2015 Mhairi Black became the youngest MP elected to the House of Commons since the 1800s. After stepping down at the 2024 General Election, she turned her mind to her tell-all…

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Maisie Adam 47:12

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Joining Rob on the pod this week, is stand up comedian Maisie Adam. The pair talk about everything from panel shows, navigating gigs and the importance of standing out. Rob finds out about Maisie’s love of football and what it was like being part of ‘Soccer Aid,’ alongside Lee Mack. Maisie also reveals what to expect from her current nationwide tou…

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Susie McCabe, Peat and Diesel, Carina Contini, Meredith Brook, Paul Malgrati 35:50

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Clive Anderson celebrates Scotland’s Bard with a special Loose Ends Burns Supper. Comedian Susie McCabe is back with her new show Best Behaviour. The Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow award-winner and host of the smash-hit podcast Here Comes The Guillotine is headed for Glasgow Comedy Festival. Meredith Brook stars in new BBC ALBA drama An t-Eilean …

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Jamie Demetriou 48:06

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This week, Rob is joined by the hilarious Jamie Demetriou for a deep dive into comedy, Hollywood, and everything in between. The pair talk about Jamie’s inspirations, spending time with Will Ferrell, and an awkward talk show moment that’s as cringe-worthy as it is funny. Rob finds out about Jamie’s new film ‘Back in Action,’ and Jamie reveals what …

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Deacon Blue, Paul McKenna, Rachel Sermanni, Julie Wilson Nimmo, Jon Muq 35:28

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This year the Scottish pop rock band Deacon Blue celebrates 40 years together. Not only is the band going strong – so is the marriage bringing together its lead vocalists Ricky Ross and Lorraine McIntosh. They both join Nihal Arthanayake to reflect on four decades of music-making. Paul McKenna’s career has taken him from radio DJ to stage hypnotist…

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Ross Noble 54:44

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This week, Rob is joined by the one and only Ross Noble for a hilarious, off-the-wall chat. From tales of the Australian Outback to the ridiculous number of bones Ross has broken on motorbikes, this episode is packed with mischief and comedy. The pair dive into impressions of classic comedians, joke about wildly inventive game show ideas, and Ross …

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Joanne Harris, Richard Blackwood, Dr Rangan Chatterjee, Nina Gilligan, Clive Anderson, The Deep Blue, John Bramwell 35:47

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Loose Ends is in Hebden Bridge this week, a town made famous by the BBC drama Happy Valley, but you might also recognise the place and its glorious scenery from Last Tango in Halifax, Gentleman Jack or The Gallow's Pole. Clive will talk to local resident and bestselling novelist Joanne Harris, maybe best known for Chocolat which was adapted into an…

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James Acaster Re- Run 1:04:07

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Re-visiting another stand out episode from the archives, this week comedian James Acaster joins Rob to talk about how he started stand-up, performing comedy sketches in church with his Dad, and how ditching the 'cool guy' persona was the best decision he made.

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Blossoms, Rowetta, Graham Fellows and Miranda Sawyer 32:05

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Loose Ends is kicking off the year with a special recording at the Salford Lad's Club. If your New Year's resolution is to listen to music we've got you covered as Stuart Maconie will be joined by Stockport's finest, Blossoms, performing songs from their fourth UK number one album 'Gary'. We also have the powerhouse vocals of Rowetta, who will also…