Best Goalhanger Films Podcasts (2024)

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The Christmas Party 1:08:56

2+ y ago1:08:56

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The guys are back together for a special festive episode. They are joined by former prisoner and Rob’s co-defendant Alex. They discuss playing tennis in Rochester, how he managed to get preferential treatment wherever he went and lots of other tales from his journey through the justice system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informa…

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12. Exorcising Hitler 1:01:36

2+ y ago1:01:36

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This week's episode investigates the dark origins of post-war Germany. Did the victorious Brits help or hinder their former enemies in the difficult process of denazification? Katja and Oliver are joined by the historian and bestselling author Frederick Taylor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad ch…

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11. Do the Germans Do It Better? 57:15

2+ y ago57:15

57:15

A recent global poll identified Germany as the most admired country on the planet. Echt? This week Katja and Oliver discuss how the reality measures up to these expectations, from the legacy of the Third Reich to the surprisingly chubby eagles in the Bundestag. They are joined by John Kampfner, the bestselling author of Why the Germans Do It Better…

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10. The Anglo-Saxons 54:16

2+ y ago54:16

54:16

Few Germans have left as deep a mark on Britain as the Anglo-Saxon settlers. But who were they really? What did they ever do for us? And what were the Vikings if not just another wave of Germanic migrants who picked out the British isles as a plum investment opportunity? Katja Hoyer and Oliver Moody are joined by Marc Morris, the medieval historian…

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9. Comedy 1:02:06

2+ y ago1:02:06

1:02:06

Why do Germans love Monty Python but Brits couldn't name a single German sitcom? Katja Hoyer and Oliver Moody are joined by comedians Al Murray and Henning Wehn to discuss two nations with very different comedic sensibilities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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8. Shelley, Schiller, Schilliest 46:55

2+ y ago46:55

46:55

This week Katja and Oliver wax lyrical about their countries' literary past. Together with their expert guest, Dr Joanna Raisbeck, they explore the lofty heights of English and German Romanticism. Do you know your Shelley from your Schiller? Produced by Goalhanger Films. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about …

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7. Bowie, the Beatles and the Berlin Wall 50:40

2+ y ago50:40

50:40

What happened when the Beatles went to Hamburg soon after the band’s creation? And did David Bowie really help bring down the Berlin Wall? Katja Hoyer and Oliver Moody explore the musical links between Germany and the UK. Plus they take an affectionate look back on Ostrock, East Germany’s response to the rock music of the west. A Goalhanger Films p…

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6. Victoria and Albert 46:24

2+ y ago46:24

46:24

Queen Victoria and her German husband Albert enjoyed a hugely passionate relationship, mirrored later by their daughter Vicky and her German husband, Prince Frederick of Prussia. Katja and Oliver are joined by Clare McHugh, author of A Most English Princess: A Novel of Queen Victoria’s Daughter, to explore the conjoining of British and German royal…

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5. Mind Your Manners 45:24

2+ y ago45:24

45:24

Never ask a German how they are. You might not like the answer. But who are the rudest people, the Germans or the English? And do Brits really apologise when they switch off a kettle? Katja Hoyer and Oliver Moody are joined by German writer and expert on the British, Peter Littger, to work out which nation really minds its manners. Hosted on Acast.…

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4. Schmidt and the Brits 44:25

2+ y ago44:25

44:25

Katja Hoyer and Oliver Moody explore the life and career of former German Chancellor Helmut Schmidt. Chain smoking, cola-glugging, workaholic Schmidt was also an Anglophile. Katja and Oliver are joined for the second half of the pod by Mathias Häußler, who has written extensively on Schmidt. Mathias Häußler’s book, Helmut Schmidt and British-German…

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3. Snack Battle 44:22

2+ y ago44:22

44:22

Katja and Oliver try to work out which nation has the best chocolate, cheese and most importantly, bread. How do Brits and Germans differ in their snacking habits? What is the perfect thickness of German bread? Plus Oliver wonders if MPs buy sausage rolls just to look normal in the eyes of their constituents. Produced by Goalhanger Films Hosted on …

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2. The Rise of the Smurf Chancellor 44:34

2+ y ago44:34

44:34

As the German nation prepares to go to the polls, Oliver Moody and Katja Hoyer run through the candidates to replace Angela Merkel as Chancellor. After almost 16 years in office Merkel will step down leaving big shoes to fill. Katja and Oliver try to unpick the complicated web of acronyms and party allegiances that dominate German politics. A Goalh…

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1. Thatcher and the Great German Pig Stomach 47:35

2+ y ago47:35

47:35

Why do British and German state leaders never seem to get along? Margaret Thatcher couldn’t bear the sight of Helmut Kohl and Angela Merkel is reputed to have a very low opinion of Boris Johnson. Ever since Benjamin Disraeli encountered Otto von Bismarck at a Vienna conference, top British and German politicians have failed to see eye to eye. Katja…

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Trailer 4:06

2+ y ago4:06

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Break out the beach towels and reserve the best spot as we attempt to untangle the Anglos from the Saxons, the Boche from the Britishers and the Tommies from the Jerries. Historian Katja Hoyer is a German living in England. Journalist Oliver Moody is a Brit living in Berlin. Between them they plan to discuss the past and present of Anglo-German rel…

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25. The Prison Lawyer - Claire’s Story 1:00:47

3y ago1:00:47

1:00:47

This week's special guest is our very own Claire. She explains to us how she became a prison lawyer - exactly what that entails and details the challenges of working in the British justice system. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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24. The Gangster - Michael’s Story 1:04:31

3y ago1:04:31

1:04:31

This week's guest is Michael Emmett - who for more than 3 decades lived a life of crime with all the trappings. Listen to his winding tale and how he has converted to a whiter life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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23. The Special Adviser - Peter’s Story 55:53

3y ago55:53

55:53

The guys get a different perspective on the criminal justice system this week. Peter Cardwell was a special adviser to the Secretary of State for Justice Robert Buckland and gives us the government’s viewpoint. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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22. The Traveller - Barry’s Story 54:26

3y ago54:26

54:26

This weeks guest is another good friend of the lads from their time inside. Barry tells us what prison is like for someone from the traveller community. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Goalhanger Films

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21. The Victim - Eric’s Story 56:03

3y ago56:03

56:03

This week the guys chat to someone from the other side of crime. Eric was the victim of a serious crime two years ago and talks us through in fascinating detail what happened and how it has affected him since. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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20. The Young Offender - Drew’s Story 1:07:18

3y ago1:07:18

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This week's guest is Drew who tells us what it’s like to spend time in a young offenders institution and how that compares to adult prison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Goalhanger Films

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19. The Teenager - Ed’s Story 53:51

3y ago53:51

53:51

This week the team chat to Ed who first went to prison aged 18. He explains how he ended up in High Down with Boats and discusses the issues of returning to real life with a violent conviction. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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18. The prison officer - Andy's story 54:59

3y ago54:59

54:59

Over 20 years in prison...but not as an inmate. Andy has worked as a prison officer in both maximum security and B-Cat prisons and he tells us what it’s really like to work with some of the most dangerous prison service as well as how the system has changed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choic…

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17. The International Madam - Nives' Story 1:01:27

3y ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Self-styled international madam Nives Gadoni who take us through how she found herself running a high-end prostitution ring in New York and her time in the infamous Rikers Island prison. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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16. 15 years in maximum security - Chris's story 1:08:14

3y ago1:08:14

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Chris was sentenced for 34 years for a crime he maintains he didn't commit. What is life like in a maximum security prison? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Goalhanger Films

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15. Women's prison: Laura's story 56:42

3y ago56:42

56:42

Rob's friend and co-defendant Laura is the first guest of the new series. She talks about life in a female prison, being neighbours with a serial killer and “gay for the stay”. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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6. Helen Chamberlain 45:46

3+ y ago45:46

45:46

To say Helen Chamberlain loves dogs is an understatement as she has five. She discusses leaving her career on SKY TV behind for life on a small farm in Surrey where she rescues all manner of furry friends. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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6. Charlotte Hawkins 44:40

3+ y ago44:40

44:40

The star of Good Morning Britain Charlotte Hawkins advocates for people to adopt abandoned dogs. Hear how she rescued a puppy from Ireland and the joy that Bailey has brought the whole family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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5. Alastair Campbell 52:15

3+ y ago52:15

52:15

Writer, broadcaster and Tony Blair's spin doctor has meant a full and varied career for Alastair Campbell. Honest about his depression he talks about how the love of good dog benefits his mental health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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4. Mark Billingham 49:38

3+ y ago49:38

49:38

Tough guy Mark Billingham is a softie when it comes to Bulldog Alfie. Hear the star of SAS Who Dares Wins talk about how his life has been transformed by the arrival of the new member of the family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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3. Gabby Logan 45:04

3+ y ago45:04

45:04

Football, fitness and family but there's much more to popular sports presenter Gabby Logan. Owner of Milo and Maggie she's also a huge dog lover and chats all things canine. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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2. Eamonn Holmes 45:00

3+ y ago45:00

45:00

It was love at first sight when Eamonn Holmes met rescue dog Maggie. Hear how the popular tv presenter has seen his life transformed by his canine companion and how she’s given him a new found respect for the animal kingdom. A Left Peg Production for Goalhanger Films Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your…

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1. Andrew Cotter 51:21

3+ y ago51:21

51:21

BBC Sport's Andrew Cotter provided the world with one bright spot during lockdown by bringing his authoritative commentary style to videos of his dogs Olive and Mabel. In episode one of a new series, he talks to Sonja about their newfound fame. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…

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Trailer 4:22

3+ y ago4:22

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Who doesn’t love talking about their dogs?! Join Sonja McLaughlan and celebrity dog owners for witty and warm canine conversation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy Goalhanger Films

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14. Bonus Pod: Back in the dock! 50:43

4y ago50:43

50:43

Mike, Rob and Claire reunite on a Zoom call for this bonus episode to answer listeners’ questions. Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.…

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13. Reflections 33:50

4y ago33:50

33:50

Mike and Rob look back on their experiences and discuss what they have learned. And Claire asks: have they been rehabilitated? Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad ch…

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12. Rob's Story 51:40

4y ago51:40

51:40

Rob reveals the full details of his conviction and the circumstances that led to his arrest. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about y…

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11. Boats's Story 42:37

4y ago42:37

42:37

Mike reveals the full details of his convictions and the circumstances that led to his arrests. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more abou…

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10. “Freedom, or is it?”: Life After Prison 49:14

4y ago49:14

49:14

What is life like once you pass back through the prison gates into the real world? Rob, Claire and Mike discuss the practicalities of leaving prison, probation, ankle tags and what are the pitfalls of readjusting to normal life. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast c…

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Trailer: Soleful 7:44

4y ago7:44

7:44

Sorry there's still no Lineker and Baker at the moment and we hope that you're all keeping safe and well. We have got a new podcast recommendation that we wanted to share with you though. It's called 'Soleful: Sneaker Stories' and is all about the stories behind the world's most loved sneakers, told by the people that created, collect and covet the…

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9. “I think I actually ran to the gate”: Release 48:27

4y ago48:27

48:27

Mike and Rob discuss what goes through your mind when your release date approaches. Claire asks what happens on the day itself and how it feels to walk back through the prison gates. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find …

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8. 'Prison is so **ing boring' - Killing time 44:49

4y ago44:49

44:49

How do you kill time when in prison? Reading, exercise, drugs - or worse? The team discuss how to stay mentally strong when inside, and how to cope with missing out on big events in the lives of your family and friends in the outside world. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp Th…

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7. 'Your cell mate is like your brother' - Relationships inside the prison walls 49:30

4y ago49:30

49:30

Claire, Mike and Rob discuss what makes a good cell mate, who they hung out with on the wing and what it’s like to make friends with a murderer. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.…

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6. 'Of course I’m not alright': Relationships with those outside the prison walls. 55:10

4y ago55:10

55:10

Mike and Rob discuss the strains being in prison puts on your friends and family. Claire asks how those relationships survive when separated by prison bars. A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast…

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5. 'Someone got stabbed on my second day there so I was happy to ship out': Prison transfers 47:12

4y ago47:12

47:12

Mike and Rob discuss why they got moved around the prison estate, and ended up in a prison they had never heard of, the other side of the country to their family and friends. Claire asks what they think makes for a ‘good’ transfer? A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcas…

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4. 'We got pretty good at short tennis': Prison perks 38:23

4y ago38:23

38:23

How do prisoners get rewarded for good behaviour? The boys run us through what passes as a treat inside - from access to the weights room to a chocolate Yule log at Christmas! A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetti…

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Trailer: Banged Up 3:50

4y ago3:50

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Sorry there’s no Lineker and Baker this week, but we have got a new podcast we thought you might enjoy. It’s called Banged Up and it features two ex convicts and a prison lawyer. What’s it like to be Banged Up? Here’s a taster. Goalhanger Films Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…

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3. ‘I still don’t know what spice is’: Drugs and violence 50:35

4y ago50:35

50:35

How dangerous and violent is a British prison - and how much do drugs form a part of daily life inside? And what exactly is spice? A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…

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2. ‘What happens now?’: Regime vs routine 44:31

4y ago44:31

44:31

You’ve gone through processing, met your cell-mate, and may even have managed a few hours sleep. So what happens now? A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listeners may find upsetting. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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1. ‘Where the fuck am I?!’: First night 47:03

4y ago47:03

47:03

The boys recount their experiences of going to prison for the first time. From the courtroom to the strip-search and the bunk beds, what emotions do you go through in your first 24 hours inside? A Left Peg production for Goalhanger Films Twitter: @BangedUpPodcast Instagram: @BangedUpPodcast #BangedUp This podcast contains content which some listene…

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Trailer 2:54

4y ago2:54

2:54

Banged Up. Serving time At Her Majesty’s Pleasure. What’s it like to be banged up? How do you avoid the daily grind of violence, drugs and boredom inside Britain’s decaying prisons? And what’s the food really like? In this brilliant new series, ex-inmates Rob and Mike, in conversation with prison lawyer Claire, take us back inside to reveal their e…

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