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Winner - 'Best Well-Being' podcast at The Australian Podcast Awards 2023!Have you ever woken up from a big night out and said ‘I’m never drinking again!’ Then found yourself waving $50 at a barman by Happy Hour. Well, so have Vic and Hamish. Join them on this hilarious and relatable podcast about being sober in a world soaked in alcohol. Each week they discuss different boozy topics and open up a shame shed of humiliating stories. Vic and Hamish bring humour and honesty to sobriety. These tw ...
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A passionately laid back overview of the arts and culture scene in York and Harrogate with observations on journalism. This podcast is hosted by Charles Hutchinson and Graham Chalmers and regular guests.
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I'm Sober! Why Do I Keep Getting Drinking Dreams?!
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Whether you are newly sober or 10 years in, chances are you have had a drinking dream. For Vic and Hame these usually involve a highlight reel of being off their faces in a nightclub or at a music festival. These can be both troubling and an incredible relief. For some, the dream of being drunk can act as a trigger to wanting to experience that aga…
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Episode 201: High Llamas Live at Hebden Bridge; Watching Fellini's Roma in Italian; Watermark Gallery, Harrogate; Floyd Vs Genesis at Kirkby Overblow;
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Graham tells us what he learned by talking to Sean O'Hagan from the High Llamas when he saw the band at Hebden Bridge last weekend. Graham has also been watching Fellini's Roma (1972) in Italian! And visiting the new William Morris arts and crafts exhibition in York, which of course Charles has seen too. The duo comment on the recent announcement t…
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Why quitting booze means you can go the posh restaurant!
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish find out why giving up the grog means you have some spare change to spend on nice stuff! You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dUeTDbT3rkHBWBtXsINXi?si=5885e0b67cb047ab Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.…
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Quit? Me? Why? Part 2 - Helping People That Don't Get Hangovers.
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Last week Vic and Hame found out about those weird and strange people that don't get hangovers and this week they dig into how you can subtly help that person and nudge them towards an alcohol free life. How do you tell someone that loves drinking that you're worried about them? It's a question that Vic and Hame get all the time! And it's the harde…
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Episode 200: Interview Special - Peter Brewis from Field Music
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A massive thank you to all our guests and collaborators, we've made it to our 200th episode! To mark such a special occasion Charles and Graham are absolutely delighted to welcome Peter Brewis, co-founder of Sunderland indie legends, Field Music. Peter is here to talk about the new Field Music album, Limits of Language. Keep in touch with Two Big E…
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In today's retrospective episode Vic and Hamish find out if money is a good enough reason to quit. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0dUeTDbT3rkHBWBtXsINXi?si=5885e0b67cb047ab Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-vict…
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Quit? Me? Why? Part 1 - I Don't Even Get Hangovers!
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There are some weird people in this world that don't get hangovers. They drink a case full of beers and wake up the next day feeling fine and dandy. So, why would someone like this ever quit alcohol and how can you help someone that is still in the honeymoon period of boozing? Well, today Vic and Hamish try to find out. In the first episode of this…
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Episode 199: Supertramp Q & A with Ken Scott; The Future of Guitar Bands; Heath Common Funeral; Peter Hook and the Light Live
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Graham discusses how his Supertramp Q&A session with legendary music producer, Ken Scott went in Harrogate. Ken Scott was shooting from the hip and taking no prisoners. Graham also reflects on the future of guitar bands as he attended an all-day gig at the Brudenell Social Club in Leeds. The arts world turned up for the funeral of Beatnik poet Heat…
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Why remembering is much more satisfying than forgetting!
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish discover that nights out are overrated - is it really that fun if you can't remember it? You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GhVuQElPdgfeDfeYXW145?si=66dd192c06484ac0 Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.…
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No-one really talks about death or prepares for it. Is this why booze is so prevalent at wakes and funerals? The way us humans deal with death doesn't seem to evolve. You put on a black outfit, grab a sarnie and a tissue, then, generally, everyone gets totally shitfaced. Then you accidentally offend the grieving widow, fall down some stairs, get th…
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Episode 198: Graham in Emilia Romagna; Shed Seven's 'annus miraculous'; Black Midi News; Ai Weiwei's Who Am I? Exhibition in Bologna; Viking Sorceress in Copenhagen
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Graham discusses his recent travels in modern Emilia-Romagna, how Romeo and Juliet mania is Verona's Harry Potter and why the absence of Ramones t-shirts worn on the streets is probably an expression of Italy's innate coolness. Charles applauds the 'annus miraculous' for Shed Seven's 30th anniversary tour and album releases amid the release of the …
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish learn what is really happening in the brain when you blackout. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5GhVuQElPdgfeDfeYXW145?si=66dd192c06484ac0 Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-s…
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It's time to take a trip down memory lane and think about the first drags on mates soggy cigarette, reminisce about couging up your guts on the school bus and recollect you first ever spliff build! Why did we do it? Why did we think it was cool to smoke, was it simply to look cool in front of our peers or because a bottle of 'White Lightening cider…
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Episode 195: RIP Heath Common, poet and musician; English Teacher Win the Mercury Prize; Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve; Blink Twice versus Lee
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Graham pays tribute to Harrogate poet and musician, Heath Common who has sadly passed away. Read Graham's obituary. Graham and Charles discuss how English Teacher winning this year's Mercury Prize finally recognises Leeds as a music city. Charles reflects on seeing the incomparable Elvis Costello and Steve Nieve at their 15 Songs in 50 Years gig at…
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How letting it all out can free you from the problem
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish discover that its hard to tale, especially if you're a bloke. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1eHsMIjQb3OJg8HKovkEJf?si=6fb8f349ab444795 Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-su…
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Getting Loaded with James Brown: Founder of Loaded Magazine
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Nobody has moulded the UK magazine culture quite as much as James Brown. His CV makes for some impressive reading - at 22 he was the Features Editor of the NME, he founded the iconic Loaded Magazine at just 27 and would go onto work at GQ where he started their now infamous 'Man of the Year Awards' and gave an unknown chef by the name of Jamie Oliv…
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Episode 197: Interview Special: Boff Whalley on Sanctuary plus new film Firebrand and new album, Wild God by Nick Cave and the Bad Seeds
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Charles and Graham talk to Leeds based writer and musician, Boff Whalley about his new musical for Red Ladder Theatre Company. Sanctuary - co-written with playwright, Sarah Woods - is a brand-new musical that welcomes us in and asks the question: do we want safety and freedom for only ourselves, or for us all? Graham reports on meeting Chris Simpso…
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish discover that men are less likely to seek support because they don't want to talk about their issues as much. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1eHsMIjQb3OJg8HKovkEJf?si=6fb8f349ab444795 Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... h…
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So, What Really Happens in Therapy? Part 2
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Following on from last week's extended episode about therapy... here is Part Two! Today Vic and Hamish want to focus on reaching out for help. They’ll share what happens in a therapy session and why it can help you move on from bad habits. Now, this isn’t going to be easy because of course all practitioners do things differently but what they will …
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Episode 196: Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) Exhibition at RedHouse Originals, Harrogate; Sprints; Ayckbourn's Show & Tell
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Graham and Charles discuss meeting Jim Moir (AKA Vic Reeves) at his new exhibition at RedHouse Originals in Harrogate which leads into a discussion about bird art. Graham has been listening to upcoming Irish garage-punk band, Sprints. Charles reviews Alan Ayckbourn’s new play, Show & Tell at the Stephen Joseph Theatre in Scarborough. It's his 90th …
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Learning to Extrovert without taking a sip
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish find out is its possible to be extrovert without sipping on a bottle of scrumpy jack! You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TQFMlhtFg7xbNfPNnfYGV?si=XccmbxDXT8mQFHlI2pmuHg Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktop…
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So, What really Happens in Therapy? Part 1
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With RUOK? Day coming round last week, Vic and Hame thought they would focus not 1 but 2 episodes on the importance of therapy and the need to reach out for help. They’ll share what happens in a therapy session and why it can help you move on from bad habits. Now, this isn’t going to be easy because of course all practitioners do things differently…
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Episode 194: Edinburgh Part 2; Chris Simpson and Magna Carta; New albums by Fontaines DC and Hamish Hawk; Supertramp; Oasis Reform
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Charles and Graham continue reflecting on their Edinburgh trip with a discussion about the Edinburgh Art Festival. Graham has finished his biography of Chris Simpson and the band Magna Carta and shares next steps and a few thoughts about what it was like getting to know the songwriter behind one of Britain's least known bands from the 70's - but a …
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In todays retrospective episode Vic and Hamish discover that they were both pretty confident before the booze came along. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4TQFMlhtFg7xbNfPNnfYGV?si=XccmbxDXT8mQFHlI2pmuHg Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a…
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Can Drinking Alcohol in Early Pregnancy Harm the Baby?
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Foetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) What are FASD's? Is it safe to have any level of alcohol when pregnant? How does it affect the unborn baby? How and when is it diagnosed? These are questions Vic and Hamish should have probably found the answers to a long time ago, but like many people, they both chose to ignore the facts about FASD and liv…
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Episode 193: Edinburgh Special (Part One)
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Graham and Charles reflect on another superb Edinburgh Festival visit. Charles talks about his favourite films at Edinburgh, whereas Graham opts to share some of his “celebrity encounters", including a memorable encounter with Argentinian-Italian director, Gaspar Noé. Graham was at Leeds Festival this weekend and saw Lana Del Ray but preferred Sun …
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How Sleeping around really made us feel...
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In todays retrospective Vic and Hame take a look at promiscuity. How did you really feel when the door slammed closed? You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2LDjclJoALprq5Gyx1xvzo?si=306EZAKZRPqnA0BNGDbTDw Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-th…
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Alcoholism: The Only Disease That You Recover Stronger From
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We don't judge anyone on where and from whom they get their inspiration from! What inspired us this week came from a man who has also done some terrible things to his cock in the name of comedy...Jackass's very own Steve O. He made a fair point about how alcoholism is the only disease that you recover stronger from. Hame and Vic discuss whether the…
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In todays retrospective Vic and Hame take a look at the one night stand. You can listen to the full episode here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2LDjclJoALprq5Gyx1xvzo?si=306EZAKZRPqnA0BNGDbTDw Show Notes Vic's book is out! Go and get yourself a copy whilst you can... https://www.booktopia.com.au/a-thousand-wasted-sundays-victoria-vanstone/book/9…
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Millie Mackintosh: Navigating the Difficulties of a Second Year's Sobriety
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Millie Mack is Back! After sitting down with Hame for a chat on her 1 year soberversary, we thought we would do it all over again to celebrate her 2nd year of being alcohol-free. The second year is not always an easy one and Millie has felt the full spectrum of what that can feel like. In this conversation, Hame and Millie discuss the return of her…
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