Best Stephen McNally Podcasts (2025)

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Russell Howard, Judi Love and Grace Campbell 48:24

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Russell Howard (Five Brilliant Things podcast, 2026 Tour), Judi Love (Loose Women ITV, Our Table podcast) and Grace Campbell (Late to the Party podcast, Soho Theatre run) join Jameela live on stage from the London Podcast Festival. The superstar UK line-up share horrifying stores of humiliation, disaster and mistaken identity, with a common theme o…

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Rhys James 1:23:19

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Top stand-up, ‘Mock the Week’ regular and Ed’s unofficial little brother, Rhys James is this week’s guest diner. And he’s invented a dessert. Rhys James’s book ‘You’ll Like It When You Get There: A Life Lived Reluctantly’ is out now. Buy it here. Watch Rhys’s special, ‘Spilt Milk’ on YouTube here. Follow Rhys on on Instagram @rhysjamesy Watch the v…

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S10, Ep9: Miriam Margolyes, actor 45:55

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Sound the klaxon … we’re in National Treasure territory today as Miriam Margolyes joins Grace to discuss the joys of Jewish food, breaking wind and, of course, being naughty on national TV. Miriam is one of Britain’s most beloved actors, with her career spanning seven decades. But life hasn’t always been easy for Miriam, from her early years in war…

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Tim Foley - Big Finish Writer Interviewed! 1:21:59

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! Big Finish writer and award winning playwright Tim Foley joins us to talk about Jodie, Mandip, Chris, Billie and much, much more! Tim has been a Big Finish star in 2025 - writing not only the first Thirteenth Doctor audio drama in Vampire Weekend, but the first Nine and Rose audio drama …

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Johnny Pemberton and Justine Marino 39:10

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Actor-comedian, Johnny Pemberton (Fallout, Superstore, up-coming movie Mermaid) and one of the busiest comedians in LA Justine Marino (Comedy Crush @ The Hollywood Improv, Only Fans’ LMAOF) join Jameela to talk about the risks of airport lounge tacos, farting within a relationship, a Universal Studios Tour masturbator who truly had a tramtastic day…

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Nina Conti 1:11:20

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Award-winning comedian and ventriloquist Nina Conti is in the Dream Restaurant this week. And Ed and James do their usual monkeying around. Nina Conti is on tour now with ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’. For dates are tickets go to ninaontour.com Nina’s directorial debut film ‘Sunlight’ will have a UK theatrical release from 18th October 2025 (screening…

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On The Oriole Beat With Richard Justice 56:16

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On The Oriole Beat With Richard Justice - The Bird Tapes from John Eisenberg

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S10, Ep8: Mariella Frostrup, journalist 45:01

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This week on Comfort Eating, Grace is joined by one of Britain’s most beloved broadcasters – Irish-Norwegian journalist and presenter Mariella Frostrup. Speaking to Grace, Mariella opens up about her early food memories growing up between Norway and Ireland with a Scottish mother, shares a cringe-worthy dinner faux pas involving Prince Charles and …

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Doctor Who | The Return of the Doctor: Thirteenth Doctor Adventures 1.2 REVIEWED 45:22

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! The second of Big Finish's eagerly anticipated 13th Doctor Adventures, THE RETURN OF THE DOCTOR has landed and within seconds it's SNAPPED UP by Geoff and Paul and loaded into their ancient Bakelite tape decks! And what an adventure it is! Yaz and the Doctor return to a planet they've ju…

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Zach Noe Towers and Jacquis Neal 41:01

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Jameela takes a harrowing journey with Zach Noe Towers (Good Sod Pod, up-coming live dates) and Jacquis Neal (NBC's Grand Crew , Comedian Clash), which includes the thing you NEVER say to a woman, the least fun Coachella ever, and a race against time that ends with tears. So many tears. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, you can also fin…

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Mawaan Rizwan 1:08:51

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Mawaan Rizwan – ‘Taskmaster’ runner-runner-up and Bafta-winning star and creator of BBC Three’s ‘Juice’ – is this week’s diner, and he has an easy-to-follow recipe for English food. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about calories. Series 2 of ‘Juice’ is on BBC Three and iPlayer from 18 September. Watch it (and catch up with series 1) her…

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S10, Ep7: Alan Davies, comedian 41:41

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Today, Alan Davies pays Grace a visit, a dish of his favourite comfort food in hand. The Essex-born comedian has spent more than 30 years making us laugh and his third memoir, which shares the highs and lows of his comedy career, is out soon. But what food does he turn to for energy? • The National Association for People Abused in Childhood (Napac)…

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The Future of Doctor Who 43:25

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! With no news on a new series of our favourite TV show (at least at the time of recording this podcast) Geoff and Paul ponder THE FUTURE OF DOCTOR WHO along with the fears, tears, speculations and expectations of our friends on social media. With Paul on meds and Geoff sciving at work, ou…

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Sal Vulcano and Brian Quinn 45:18

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Impractical Jokers Sal Vulcano (TERRIFIED standup special on HBO Max, Everything’s Fine tour on-sale now) and Brian Quinn (New season of Impractical Jokers TBS) join Jameela to share stories of shameful hook-ups, firehouse disasters, even more bee attacks and a listener submission that might’ve been a Right Turn for the teenage boy who got to witne…

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Neil Hannon (The Divine Comedy) 1:04:28

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The Divine Comedy frontman Neil Hannon has a table booked at the Dream Restaurant this week. Something for the weekend. The Divine Comedy’s new album ‘Rainy Sunday Afternoon’ is released on Fri 19 Sep. Pre-order is here. Follow The Divine Comedy on Instagram @divinecomedyhq Donated to My Lovely Horse Rescue at www.mylovelyhorserescue.com Watch the …

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S10, Ep6: CMAT, singer songwriter 51:19

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This week, Grace is joined by a woman who has described herself as the unwashed ITV version of Taylor Swift – CMAT. With her third album, Euro-Country, out now, a summer calendar packed full of festivals and a tour on the horizon, what is this stunning, Irish superstar eating to fuel the ride? Warning: this episode contains descriptions of drug use…

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Doctor Who The Moonbase Parts 3 and 4: Commentary 52:09

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! We're heading back to the Moon with the Second Doctor to continue our commentary and random waffle-track over The Moonbase parts 3 and 4! We... discuss the moody visuals of the Moonbase hear thoughts on this serial from other fans have a mini tiff over AI (which side is who on?!) discuss…

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Katherine Blanford and Jamie Loftus 42:15

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This episode is wildly funny, celebrates female friendship, and delves into the depths of human misery and despair. Fun! Jameela is joined by writers and comedians Katherine Blanford (The Tonight Show, "Catholic Cowgirl" Special) and Jamie Loftus (Star Trek: Lower Decks, Bestseller "Raw Dog"). Come for the cringe-inducing public twerking, stay for …

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Marian Keyes 1:09:31

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Internationally bestselling Irish author Marian Keyes – co-host of Radio 4’s ‘Now You’re Asking’ – is this week’s dream diner. And she’s got some supportive words for Ed and James. Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about alcohol addiction, and mentions of grooming. Marian Keyes’s latest novel ‘My Favourite Mistake’ is out now, published b…

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S10, Ep5: Nicola Sturgeon, former politician 41:50

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This week, Grace is buzzing to meet former first minister of Scotland Nicola Sturgeon. Over the past few years, Nicola has weathered an independence referendum, Brexit, a pandemic, countless press briefings and parliamentary spats, an arrest and a divorce. So what food does she turn to when she needs some comfort?…

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Ask Us Anything 2025 1:03:35

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! In this episode, in a blind panic with no other topic to discuss, we asked you dear listeners to Ask Us Anything! And ask, you did! But don't listen for that, listen instead for Paul's slightly insane Cyberman impressions which go on a bit... We also answer questions we never thought we …

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Kurt Braunohler and Felipe Esparza 45:09

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This episode is a master class on perseverance through utter humiliation. Jameela's guests are Kurt Braunohler (Bob's Burgers, The Big Sick, Bananas podcast) and Felipe Esparza (Netflix special "Raging Fool," What's Up Fool podcast). It turns out Kurt's German is nicht so gut, and Felipe glows in the dark in the one place you least want to glow. Ja…

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Will Sharpe 1:19:41

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Bafta-award winning actor and writer Will Sharpe – star of ‘The White Lotus’, ‘A Real Pain’ and Lena Dunham’s new show ‘Too Much’ – is our guest diner this week. But Ed’s annoyed Will didn’t give him a warning… Will Sharpe stars in ‘Too Much’ which is streaming on Netflix now. Watch it here. Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast Follow Off Me…

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From the archive (season 6): David Baddiel, comedian 44:11

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As Grace Dent takes a short summer break, the team is delving into the archives to bring you some of their favourite episodes. This week, we rewind to February 2024, when legendary comedian and author David Baddiel rocked up to Grace’s house. With a career spanning 40 years on TV, stage and radio, not to mention coining anthemic football songs and …

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Katherine Ryan and Alan Carr 43:40

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International comedy legends Katherine Ryan (What’s My Age Again podcast, The Audacity: Why Being Too Much Is Exactly Enough book) and Alan Carr (Interior Design Masters Netflix, Life’s A Beach podcast) join Jameela for a podcast episode full of mortification - professional, romantic, drunken, and always hilarious. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desir…

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Jonny Pelham 1:11:09

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Superb stand-up and ‘Live at the Apollo’ star Jonny Pelham is this week’s guest diner. And, of course, we ask him about his gang-member past… Jonny Pelham is currently performing at the Edinburgh Fringe with his new show ‘Is It Me?’ at Monkey Barrel Comedy (The Hive), 21.00, until 25 August. For tickets go to edfringe.com Follow Jonny on Instagram …

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From the archive (season 4): Jayde Adams, comedian 37:45

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As Grace Dent takes a short summer break, the team is delving into the archives to bring you some of their favourite episodes. This week, we rewind to November 2022, when Grace welcomed one of that year’s stars of Strictly Come Dancing, Jayde Adams. Jayde and Grace discuss Jayde’s Bristolian beginnings, what it takes to become a fishmonger, and wha…

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Doctor Who | The Ninth Doctor Adventures: Snare REVIEWED! 39:39

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! We go back to 2005 and check out the latest Ninth Doctor and Rose adventure - Snare! Only, it's actually 2025 but this first episode in the new Ninth Doctor Adventures range takes us right back to the start of New Who! Reunited for the first time in a long time, Christopher Eccleston and…

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Adam Pally and Malik Elassal 34:41

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This episode brings us all to the edge of the cringe abyss and keeps us there. Jameela is joined by Adam Pally (Happy Endings, Staying Alive podcast) and Malik Elassal (Adults FX, Resident Alien), who confess to shameful childhood tweets and the car sex story that will scare you off the road forever. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, yo…

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Stevie Martin 55:29

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‘Taskmaster’ alumnus, Nobody Panic podcaster and multimedia stand-up Stevie Martin has a reservation this week. But can she pick a side dish? Stevie Martin is on tour with her show ‘Clout’. For dates and tickets go to steviemartin.com Listen to Stevie’s podcast ‘Nobody Panic’ where you listen to podcasts. Follow Stevie on Instagram @5tevieM and Tik…

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From the archive (season 4): James Norton, actor 44:53

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As Grace Dent takes a short summer break, the team is delving into the archives to bring you some of their favourite episodes. This week, we rewind to January 2023, when Grace welcomed actor James Norton into her home. Grace realised there’s a lot more to learn about James, from his idyllic early years in Yorkshire, to a stint at a very religious b…

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Doctor Who | The Fugitive Doctor Adventures: Dead or Alive Review! 48:17

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! It’s a Fugitive Doctor overload this week on WHOC2C! We take a listen to the recently released Big Finish boxset ‘Dead or Alive’ and discuss… The stunning Flying Solo Parallels with Demons of the Punjab TARDIS wreckage Evil Division agents The development of Cosmogon Unresolved mysteries…

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Simon Pegg and Richard Herring 46:27

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Jameela’s back in London to hang out with comedy legends Simon Pegg (Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning, Star Trek, Shaun of the Dead) and Richard Herring (Task Master, Richard Herring’s Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, Edinburgh Fringe). Everyone shares tales of public nudity, we get into the risks of seeing nudes when someone else shows y…

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Sharon Wanjohi 1:06:49

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Fast-rising stand-up Sharon Wanjohi joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. But, uh oh, she’s scraped her knee! Sharon Wanjohi is at the Edinburgh Fringe until the 24th August with her debut show ‘In The House’. For dates and tickets go to edfringe.com. Follow Sharon on Instagram @sharonwanjohi_ and TikTok @sharonsforehead Off Menu is now on Yo…

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S10, Ep4: Irvine Welsh, writer 35:45

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Scottish writer Irvine Welsh joins Grace to share his ultimate comfort food. Irvine has been a towering figure in our cultural galaxy for 30 years. His bestselling novels include Porno, The Acid House, Filth and, of course, Trainspotting. Trainspotting – famously autobiographical – follows a group of heroin addicts in a deprived area of Edinburgh. …

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Doctor Who: The Moonbase | Parts 1 and 2 Commentary 52:03

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! Ladies and Gentlemen! Boys and Girls! Welcome to this week's episode of the podcast Who Corner to Corner! In this episode Geoff and Paul grab their goldfish bowls and head off for an adventure on the Moon where they soon become embroiled in a deadly plot to destroy the Earth with the Mav…

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Atsuko Okatsuka and Matt Walsh 40:31

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Jameela welcomes the very funny Atsuko Okatsuka (Hulu special “Father”, HBO "The Intruder") and Matt Walsh (Veep, The Hangover). Atsuko learns anything can be called a water park, and Matt learns just how unforgiving an elf costume can be. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, you can also find her on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Our cons…

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Ben Schwartz 1:12:30

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Actor-comedian – star of ‘Parks and Rec’, ‘The Afterparty’ and voice of Sonic the Hedgehog – Ben Schwartz has a table booked this week. Plus we have a few guest callers. Ben Schwartz soon stars in ‘DNA’ and ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’. Ben’s improv show ‘Ben Schwartz and Friends’ is currently touring the US. For dates and tickets go to rejectedjok…

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S10, Ep3: Samson Kayo, actor 43:34

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This week on Comfort Eating, Grace is joined by Bafta-nominated actor, writer and producer Samson Kayo. Samson has been gracing our screens for more than a decade, starring in shows such as Channel 4’s Youngers, Sky’s sitcom Bloods and HBO’s Our Flag Means Death. Now, he’s currently celebrating the release of two blockbusters, Voltron and F1, in wh…

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Doctor Who Dreams 32:40

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! We're always dreaming of Doctor Who! So this week we decided to discuss our dreams for what we would do if we had THE POWER to make it happen! Paul and Geoff each have a few things they would like to see happen...one focussed more on the show and one on the extended universe things... Pl…

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Moshe Kasher and Mike E. Winfield 50:06

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Danger lurks everywhere in this harrowing episode, Jameela included. She welcomes comedians Moshe Kasher (Netflix, Endless Honeymoon podcast) and Mike E. Winfield (Netflix, Amazon, AGT). Moshe shares his brief and wildly unsuccessful fighting career, and Mike will be lucky if he is ever invited back on a cruise. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire T…

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Ep 300: Ed Gamble and James Acaster (with special guest genie AJ Odudu) 1:49:35

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We’re 300! What a way to start the new series than with a special milestone episode where, once again, the (dining) tables are turned and Ed and James are the guests in the dream restaurant. Have their tastebuds changed over the last 100 episodes? And, this time, we’re thrilled to welcome back AJ Odudu as the special guest genie. A massive thanks t…

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S10, Ep2: Lulu, musician 38:25

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Joining Grace on this week’s episode of Comfort Eating is Lulu. Lulu was belting out songs to crowds before most of her classmates had mastered their times tables. By 15, she’d swapped school for showbiz and kicked off a six decade career with a bang – her first single Shout landed her in the charts and on the path to global stardom. She’s duetted …

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Series 14 Trailer – Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster 1:57

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The Dream Restaurant re-opens for bookings on Wednesday 16th July. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Doctor Who | Vampire Weekend: Thirteenth Doctor Adventures 1.1 REVIEWED 1:04:26

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! They're back! The Thirteenth Doctor and Yaz return, in audio form, in the first of twelve stories in the Big Finish Thirteenth Doctor Adventures series! This has been a long time coming and Geoff is frankly very happy now it's here! In this review, we... get stuck into the excitement whi…

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Leslie Liao and Skyler Higley 48:16

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This is the episode that made Jameela feel more at home around fellow sociopaths. She welcomes comedians Leslie Liao (Netflix, Tonight Show) and Skyler Higley (Conan, the Oscars). Leslie proves the extent to which she will flip on her friends, and Skyler reveals how ill-equipped he is to handle a kiss. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, …

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S10, Ep1: Joy Crookes, musician 43:49

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Musician Joy Crookes joins Grace to kick off a brand new season of Comfort Eating. Born and raised in south London, Joy’s rich, punchy and intimate songs means her music is everywhere. With Bangladeshi and Irish heritage, Joy writes music that’s rich in politics, identity and a lot of raw feeling. Her debut album, Skin, was an intimate patchwork of…

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Ep 299: Katherine Parkinson (Live in London) 1:03:41

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It’s our final b-b-b-b-bonus live episode from the London Palladium, with special guest Katherine Parkinson – star of ‘Rivals’, ‘The IT Crowd’ and ‘Inside No 9’. Want to experience Off Menu: Live for yourself? There are a few tickets left for our live shows at the Royal Albert Hall next year. Visit royalalberthall.com for tickets. We’ll be back wit…

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We 💙💙 Doctor Who 1:15:06

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Send us a text and let us know what you think of our podcast! Doctor Who is our favourite show of all time and if you're listening to this podcast, chances are, it's yours too! We wanted to do a new episode where we celebrated the things we love about Doctor Who because, let's be honest, the fandom online can be a miserable place sometimes...most o…

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Jay Jurden and Michael Cruz Kayne 44:17

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Jameela welcomes writers and comedians Jay Jurden (HBO, the Tonight Show, The New Yorker) and Michael Cruz Kayne (Late Show w/ Stephen Colbert, Severance). Jay's sexual adventures in high school will make you feel Puritan by comparison, and Michael lets us know how much cheese is too much cheese. Jameela's Substack is A Low Desire To Please, you ca…