Best Tim Callaway Podcasts (2025)

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Paul Burrell 59:10

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"Harry went feral! We all watched it!" Writer, media personality and former Royal butler, Paul Burrell joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. Paul talks about his extraordinary relationship with the late Queen Elizabeth the Second while handing out the place cards to 5 fantasy guests who h…

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Ann Hampton Callaway 1:04:47

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“I’m very sassy when I’m tired” Having a blast on the cast this week is jazz singer and all-round diva legend, Ann Hampton Callaway, joining host Tim Lihoreau to riff the conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. The singer, songwriter and actor talks musical heroines, drama influences and what’s in Barbra Streisand’s basement! Her g…

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Adam Riches & John Kearns 1:09:32

15d ago1:09:32

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“I want Zeus out! He’s been doing my head in since he walked in!” It’s a FIRST for the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? podcast. Tim Lihoreau has not one but TWO guests choosing their fantasy dinner guests. Legendary stand-up comedians and writers, Adam Riches and John Kearns are Tim Lihoreau’s VIPs, this week, sharing an anarchic hour of podcast plea…

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Joey Batey 1:00:25

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“You look like you’re carrying around a DEAD GOOSE!” Bewitching Tim Lihoreau in the pod studio this week is actor and musician Joey Batey, joining for a beguiling conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests. The star of the hit series The Witcher talks about his music, his writing and of course his acting; and his guests are all chosen…

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Pete Firman 45:08

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“I used to grow my hair quite long. Hence…Tufty was born!” Something mystical and magical for Halloween as magician and comedian Pete Firman who joins Tim Lihoreau for a revealing pod to conjure up five fantasy dinner party guests. Pete is a magic megastar of Instagram and talks touring and magic heroes and more. He even sheds light on his relation…

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Toyah 1:03:49

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“I spent a lot of time chasing Ian Lavender….He was always in his underpants." Get between ears with a real legend. Punk princess and cult actress Toyah joins Tim Lihoreau for a unique and often eye-widening chat to reveal her five fantasy dinner party guests. Star of classic film Quadrophenia and veteran of hits like I Wanna Be Free, the boss of ‘…

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Alexander Armstrong 1:01:36

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“I’d be bricking it! I’d probably have gotten quite drunk!” Getting the nod for the pod this week is the living legend Alexander Armstrong joining host Tim Lihoreau for a laid-back chat about his five fantasy dinner party guests. Comedian, author, presenter, author and of course Pointless paladin, Alexander Armstrong hands out the placements to 5 f…

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Oti Mabuse 42:15

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Adam Kay 1:01:30

3M ago1:01:30

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“Oh, no!... We’re in strip-lit squalor!” Padding steadfastly into the podcast studio is Bafta-winning, multi-million best-selling author, TV writer and performer, Adam Kay. He joins host Tim Lihoreau for a Season-finale conversation about his truly unique five fantasy dinner party guests. From This is Going to Hurt, through to his Undoctored stand-…

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James Pearson 1:02:04

3M ago1:02:04

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“The Krays… took them for a little ride!" This week, we are improvising! The artistic director of the world’s most famous jazz club, Ronnie Scott's, joins Tim Lihoreau for an amazing dinner party line up and conversation about life and music. Pianist, composer and creative tour de force James Pearson comes into the Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner? stu…

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Kelly Hoppen 42:46

3M ago42:46

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“They are NINJA hydrangeas!” Joining the pod this week is interior designer, author, former Den Dragon and all-round business genius Kelly Hoppen. She catches up with host Tim Lihoreau for a delightful conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. The Queen of Taupe and designer-to-the-stars hands out polished placements to 5 unique gues…

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Tom Kerridge 1:00:49

4M ago1:00:49

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“He told he couldn’t tell me about it… he’s got snipers!” Season three continues with a banger on GWCTD? when chef Tom Kerridge joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. Tom is the genius behind the Two Michelin Starred ‘Hand & Flowers” in Marlow – not to mention The Coach, and Kerridge’s Bar an…

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Fern Britton 59:10

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”Judy Dench, Judy Dench, Judy Dench Dench Dench!” This week it’s a great Britton! On the podcast this week is broadcaster and author Fern Britton, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. From This Morning to Ready Steady Cook through Strictly challenges and watercolour challenges, Fern sets a …

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Philippe Sands 1:16:28

3M ago1:16:28

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“She makes me octopus stew!” In the pod squad this week is lawyer and writer Philippe Sands KC, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. The specialist in international law and author of seventeen books hands out the placements to 5 unique guests all invited for the dinner of a lifetime - …

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Josh Jones 1:04:51

4M ago1:04:51

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“I basically shagged my way into a better postcode!” It's a captivating, crazy comedian - JOSH JONES - who joins Tim Lihoreau for a swaggering, sweary chat to unveil his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. You may know him from 8 out of 10 Cats, from Dancing on Ice or even from his many appearances at the Edinburgh festival. Now, discover his ‘famous fi…

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Richard Coles 50:39

4M ago50:39

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“She’s a very difficult dog to keep on the porch, if you know what I mean?!” Getting the nod for the pod this week is the warm, friendly fluffy Rev. Richard Coles, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a feel-good conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. TV and radio presenter, raconteur - former Communard! – and let’s not forget Jungle leg…

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Debbie Wiseman 1:12:05

4M ago1:12:05

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“Throw a toolbox down the stairs!” Debbie Wiseman joins Tim Lihoreau this week to talk composers, cartoons and all things creative. The Classic FM Composer in Residence reveals her five fantasy dinner party guests and they’re a great bunch. Along the way, they chat about Chopin, Leeds United and, of course, hats! Discover her amazing guest list — t…

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Matthew Parris 1:01:09

5M ago1:01:09

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“I know a monster called Jacob!” This week, raconteur and broadcaster Matthew Parris joins Tim Lihoreau for a funny and story-filled chat to reveal his five fabulous fantasy dinner party guests. Along the way, we hear so many tales and memories from his time as MP, as tv and radio presenter and general adventurer Along the way, he lists the five pe…

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Tim Firth 1:18:58

5M ago1:18:58

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“He’s at the dinner party… because I want to ask him… THE question!" Get inside the mind and behind the mic with Calendar Girls creator Tim Firth, who joins Tim Lihoreau for a unique and engrossing chat to reveal his five fabulous fantasy dinner party guests. The playwright and screenwriter behind must-see musicals and hit comedy tv series talks ab…

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Babatunde Aleshe 52:42

5M ago52:42

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“I would never have guessed that my claim to fame would be from a Tellytubby!” Season 3 starts with a bang. Babatunde Aleshe joins Tim Lihoreau for his unique A-List dinner party line up and conversation about comedy, the universe and everything. They catch up on all things music AND what to do when success seems unachievable He takes Tim on a whir…

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Milton Jones 45:12

7M ago45:12

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“My other Grandfather….” The king of the one-liners is our final guest of Season 2. Comedian Milton Jones shares his five fantasy guests with host Tim Lihoreau and what an eclectic bunch they are. Who will win a place around the table? And will the Gatecrasher get to stay? Find out with the full episode here. On Instagram… @globalplayer @classicfm …

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Howard Goodall 1:38:12

7M ago1:38:12

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“It’s quite hard to deal with that and not be a plonker!” In a special bumper episode, recorded over two sessions last summer, Tim talks to one of our greatest living composers, Howard Goodall. Known to millions through his themes to The Vicar of Dibley, Red Dwarf, Blackadder, QI and so many more, he is also one of the foremost composers of musical…

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Rosie Jones 1:14:35

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“It’s a SHITHOLE!” Fresh from her win as Queer Comedian of the Year…it’s Rosie Jones, joining Tim Lihoreau for a fun-filled role chat about her 5 fantasy dinner party guests. As well as discussing the ideal order in which to eat her food, we will chew over the ideal A-list dinner party and catch up on life on the stand-up comedy circuit . Rosie has…

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Denise Lewis 53:33

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“Oh….oh dear…..[two minutes later] …oh, this it hard!...” The Dame is in the building. Dame Denise Lewis joins Tim Lihoreau for a truly A-List dinner party line up and conversation about her life and loves. This Olympian legend catches up on all things athletic AND how to survive in the world when the ‘seven sports’ are gone. She takes Tim on a whi…

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John Suchet 1:07:59

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Sample the silken, honeyed tones of news legend John Suchet as he joins Tim Lihoreau for a story-filled, delightful dialogue to unveil his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. ITN News veteran, Classic FM legend and seasoned international correspondent, John brings with him a sheaf of real-life yarns, not to mention his five fantasy guests. Remember, the…

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Shazia Mirza 1:08:15

8M ago1:08:15

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“Every time I watched…[People were dying]…they were telling you to shut up!” Get up close and behind the mic with the comedian and writer Shazia Mirza joining Tim Lihoreau for a funny and forthright chat to reveal her five fantasy dinner party guests. Fresh from her stint in Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins, Shazia takes us through her outlandish list…

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Danny Wallace 1:15:05

8M ago1:15:05

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“It would be a lot of effort to go to…to create a whole Amanda Holden!" In the pod squad this week is writer and presenter Danny Wallace, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. The Bafta-winning ‘Yes Man’ hands out the placements to 5 unique guests all invited for the dinner of a lifetime. Da…

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Jay Rayner 1:02:10

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In this delectable episode, Tim Lihoreau welcomes the inimitable Jay Rayner — acclaimed food critic, journalist, and musician — to his imaginary dinner table. As the conversation flows, Jay dishes out stories from behind the scenes of restaurant reviewing, shares surprising dinner guest picks (dead or alive), and reflects on the perfect ingredients…

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Paul McKenna 1:03:53

9M ago1:03:53

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‘Paolo di Enfield…I’m going to tell my wife. She will love that.’ In this fascinating episode of Guess Who’s Coming To Dinner, Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau welcomes world-renowned hypnotist, author, and self-development guru Paul McKenna to the table. Over an imaginary dinner, the conversation flows from mind mastery and the science of change to laugh…

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Sir Tim Rice 58:52

9M ago58:52

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Time for a living legend on the pod. Lyricist Tim Rice joins host Tim Lihoreau for a story-soaked conversation to reveal his five fantasy dinner party guests. From writing Evita and Jesus Christ Superstar through to his time with Elton John, via Benny and Bjorn, Tim Rice has written it all. There’s even a moment to meet ‘The King’ (Elvis, that is).…

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Kate Mosse 1:15:08

9M ago1:15:08

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Season Two continues with all the write stuff when author Kate Mose joins host Tim Lihoreau for a captivating conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. From her time in publishing, through the Labyrinth years, the National Theatre boaad and all, she’s been at the forefront of historical fiction for years. From the iconic to the unexp…

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Alexei Sayle 1:01:24

9M ago1:01:24

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“People would be like “Wow…who’s that, with Matt Damon. No... “Who’s that with Alexei Sayle!” Season Two starts with a banger on 'GWCTD?' when Alexei Sayle joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. From his pioneering time at the Comedy Store and in the TV groundbreaker 'The Young Ones', h…

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Sir Tony Robinson 1:07:30

10M ago1:07:30

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“what my greatest sin? a filet-o-fish" Baldrick is in the building! On the podcast this week is actor, writer and knight of the realm Sir Tony Robinson, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a fabulous conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. From Time Team to Black Tulip through one of the most loveable sideckicks in comedy history, Tony s…

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Ania Magliano 46:47

10M ago46:47

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"That is what a monarch should be doing!" In the pod squad this week is stand-up comedian Ania Magliano, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. The Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated comedian hands out the placements to 5 fantasy guests who she has asked around her table. Ania, fresh from Live …

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Paul Sinha 55:27

10M ago55:27

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"Quincy Jones - he's the business!" Step into the studio with The Chase’s Paul Sinha as he joins host Tim Lihoreau for a fascinating conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. The Chaser, the Quiz Champion and the award-winning stand-up comedian explains why five special people make the invitation list for his fantasy dinner party – a…

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Meliz Berg 1:05:43

11M ago1:05:43

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“I would spend HOURS arranging the choir music. My students all call me Delores!” Having a blast on the cast this week is TV chef, YouTuber and food content creator Meliz Berg, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a feast of a conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. The Sunday Times Bestselling chef talks musical icons, masterchef meals a…

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Jonathan Ross 1:19:57

11M ago1:19:57

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"He [Jackie Chan]drove me at an eye watering speed up this curvy hill, said good view, good view, I got to the good view, and then he left me, laughed and drove off" Broadcaster, writer, film critic, actor, comedian and producer, Jonathan Ross joins host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. The film cri…

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Bradley Walsh 58:57

11M ago58:57

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"You're sending Churchill out to smoke?!" Chasing Tim Lihoreau into the pod this week is Bradley Walsh, joining for a heartwarming conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests. In Bradley’s FIRST EVER PODCAST (we are honoured!) he talks about singing, about football; about having dinner with The Chasers, and about his spiritual side. Pr…

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Aled Jones 1:02:51

11M ago1:02:51

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"He was like a smoking Lord Voldemort!" The greatest showman, and the greatest snowman, is in the building. Tim Lihoreau catches up with Aled Jones for an enlightening conversation about his ideal fantasy dinner party guests. The singer, broadcaster and children’s author talks about his passions and why he has chosen such a great set of icons to sh…

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Layton Williams 53:45

12M ago53:45

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"El-Dion! It’s got a ring to it. It’s 'a bit Frenchie’ but we’ll make it work"... Just arrived, all bubbling and effervescent…Layton Williams, joining Tim Lihoreau for a fun-filled role call and conversation about his 5 fantasy dinner party guests. We receive a good education about Layton and his ideal A-list, and catch up on where he has been sinc…

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Cariad Lloyd 58:14

12M ago58:14

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"Yeah, you’d be surprised how many people haven’t heard of The Moomins OR The Killing!” Get lost in Jane Austen with the warm and wonderful… Cariad Lloyd, who joins Tim Lihoreau for an artful, articulate chat to unveil her 5 fantasy dinner party guests. You may know her from her legendary Griefcast pod, or maybe from her hit West-End production, ‘A…

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Wynne Evans 1:23:27

12M ago1:23:27

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“Well, there was Kenneth Branagh to my left, Chas from Chas and Dave to my right, Me…and then - oh wait, it could have been Trigger from Only Fools and Horses?” Get between the ears and behind the mic with the broadcaster and singer…Wynne Evans, who joins Tim Lihoreau for a wide-ranging, funny and often candid chat to reveal his five (is it five?) …

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Lou Sanders 49:52

1y ago49:52

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“Get rid of Mary. She’s got to go back upstairs to heaven. Floatin’ around. She won’t be offended. She’ll be tired!” Getting the nod for the pod this week is superstar comedian Lou Sanders, joining host Tim Lihoreau for a unique conversation about her five fantasy dinner party guests. Taskmaster champion, Dancing on Ice legend and all-round one-off…

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Stephen Fry 1:31:39

1y ago1:31:39

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“I had Mick Jagger to my left, Harrison Ford to my right, and Mike Nichols opposite me…I really was just starting out in life and I couldn’t believe it!” Step into the studio with “Bliss Bonnet” and National Treasure Stephen Fry as he joins host Tim Lihoreau for an unforgettable conversation about his five fantasy dinner party guests. The man who w…

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Guess Who's Coming To Dinner with Tim Lihoreau 2:05

1y ago2:05

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Get ready for the ultimate fantasy dinner party podcast, hosted by Classic FM’s Tim Lihoreau! Each week, Tim invites a new VIP guest to curate their dream guest list, from cultural icons like Stephen Fry and Sir Tony Robinson to comedic favorites like Jonathan Ross and Lou Sanders. Together, they create the dinner party of a lifetime, with five fan…

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MCL 08-11-2021 - 'Jungle Cruise' Review and Scarlett Johansson vs. Disney 45:41

4+ y ago45:41

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Tim and Anthony review "Jungle Cruise," then take a hard turn into the "Pirates of the Caribbean" and "Jumanji" movies. They also discuss Disneyland's new Magic Key program, Scarlett Johansson's fight with Disney over "Black Widow," and Walt Disney World's upcoming Galactic Starcruiser experience. www.TheMouseCastle.com…

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MCL 07-28-2021 - 'Jungle Cruise' Premieres at Disneyland and 'Behind the Attraction' on Disney Plus 39:11

4+ y ago39:11

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What do "Jungle Cruise" starring Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt and the Titanic have in common? Hopefully, not a lot, other than Tim and Anthony talk about them both on today's episode. They also review "Behind the Attraction" on Disney+ and discuss Disney moving 2,000 jobs from California to Florida. www.TheMouseCastle.com…

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MCL 07-06-2021 - 'Star Wars' Anime, Disneyland Resort Restaurant Closures, and the Return of RunDisney 48:57

4+ y ago48:57

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Star Wars Visions is a new anime anthology series coming to Disney+. Tim and Anthony share their thoughts on it, but not before they bitch about every little change that's happening at Disney theme parks. Also, PCH Grill and Steakhouse 55 are closing at DLR and RunDisney events are returning to Walt Disney World. www.TheMouseCastle.com…

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MCL 06-29-2021 - VelociCoaster at Universal Orlando and a New 'Tower of Terror' Movie 40:47

4+ y ago40:47

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For a Disney podcast, Tim and Anthony spend a lot of time talking about Universal Orlando this week. Anthony shares his recent Florida trip including his first ride on VelociCoaster. Also, Scarlett Johansson is making a Tower of Terror movie. Does Steve Guttenberg know (or care)? www.TheMouseCastle.com…

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MCL 06-11-2021 - Avengers Campus, 'Loki,' and Vaccinated Cruises 45:15

4+ y ago45:15

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Avengers Campus is now open at Disney California Adventure. Is it living up to expectations? Also, Tim and Anthony preview "Loki" on Disney+ and discuss an upcoming "test cruise" on the Disney Dream in Florida to verify Disney Cruise Line is COVID compliant. www.TheMouseCastle.com