Best Chris Billingham Podcasts (2024)

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Chris Whitaker Q&A 20:46

1h ago20:46

20:46

Chris Whitaker joins Simon Mayo and Matt Williams for the Q&A episode. He discusses the last book he really REALLy enjoyed reading, his writing routine and who he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party. Also, in an exclusive, he reveals us what his next book is about and what we can expect! Author of The List Of Suspicious Things, Jennie Godfrey, sur…

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Chris Whitaker 44:47

6d ago44:47

44:47

Novelist Chris Whitaker joins Simon and Matt for a chat about his new book, All The Colours Of The Dark. Chris worked in the City for many years as a trader, before quitting to write. He talks openly about a traumatic incident which turned him on to writing, as well as how long it takes him to write each novel. (if you're thinking about writing, do…

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David Baddiel Q&A 19:30

14d ago19:30

19:30

Comedian and writer David Baddiel shares some of his writing processes and reading traits that he is not a fan of. He also tells us the book he has really enjoyed reading recently and who we would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ora Et Labora

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Tale Of The Tape (Bonus Episode) 2:43:32

14d ago2:43:32

2:43:32

This week to celebrate passing one hundred (and twelve) episodes of the podcast, Dan and Chris sit down to go through the numbers. Which of the movies we've reviewed were most profitable? Longest? Shortest? Which years have we covered the most? And most hilariously, how many times has the podcast been the exact length of the film it's reviewing?All…

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304. Delays And Bidets 2:08:23

16d ago2:08:23

2:08:23

This week Dan and Chris catch up on some recent news including some bits from the first day of SDCC, more Max originals moving to HBO, lots of renewals and cancellations, Michael C Hall returning as Dexter in two different shows and Apple reportedly reining in their TV spending. Plus we review the Acolyte and Douglas is Cancelled.…

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David Baddiel 45:21

20d ago45:21

45:21

David Baddiel joins Simon and Matt for a chat about his new non-fiction book, 'My Family: The Memoir' He discusses his relationship with his mum and dad, some of the hilarious anecdotes from his childhood that appear in the book and the love that he has for both his parents, despite their quirks and faults. His family life growing up was complicate…

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100. Star Wars - Revenge Of The Sith 2:58:45

22d ago2:58:45

2:58:45

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Dan chose Revenge Of The Sith.

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Mark Billingham Q&A 23:56

26d ago23:56

23:56

Mark Billingham joins Simon and Matt in the studio to chat about some of his favourite authors, writing processes and research. We surprise him with a question from fellow author and fan, Abir Mukherjee, and also find out which authors he'd invite to his fantasy dinner party Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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99. Star Wars - Attack Of The Clones 2:23:44

29d ago2:23:44

2:23:44

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Chris chose Attack Of The Clones.

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303. A Very Comedic Afterparty 2:12:58

1M ago2:12:58

2:12:58

This week Dan and Chris review a bunch of new comedies they missed over the last year to decide which deserves our remaining static award. We discuss a large number of shows such as Extended Family, Ted, Queen of Oz, The Change, The Power of Parker, Mammoth, Things You Should Have Done, Dinosaur and Such Brave Girls.…

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Mark Billingham 35:46

1M ago35:46

35:46

Mark Billingham joins Simon and Matt in the studio for a chat about his new character, Detective Miller. They discuss the fine line between comedy and crime, why Mark chose Blackpool as the setting for his new series and why you should always come back to an idea. We also try to find out what advice he gave Richard Osman, before he became an author…

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98. Star Wars - The Phantom Menace 2:55:41

1M ago2:55:41

2:55:41

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Dan chose The Phantom Menace.

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97. Mallrats 2:00:24

2M ago2:00:24

2:00:24

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Chris chose Mallrats.

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302. News! Come Get Exciting News! 1:48:48

1M ago1:48:48

1:48:48

This week Dan and Chris exclusively discuss all the news they missed over the last month. Including an update on the second season of Beef, the future of Arcane, The Boys, Resident Alien and House of the Dragon, The Acolyte's viewership figures and a big strategy shift for Max as several originals move to HBO. Including Harry Potter, Welcome To Der…

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96. Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey 1:35:18

2M ago1:35:18

1:35:18

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Dan chose Bill and Ted's Bogus Journey.

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301. Who Review 6 2:40:20

2M ago2:40:20

2:40:20

This week Dan and Chris are diving into the new era of Doctor Who in this bonus episode. This week we're tackling the Fifteenth Doctors first full series, with an episode by episode breakdown and overall thoughts.

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Andrew O'Hagan Q&A 17:07

2M ago17:07

17:07

Bestselling novelist and journalist, Andrew O'Hagan, tells us about the last book he REALLY enjoyed reading, as well as revealing some insights into his writing processes. He also answers a question from our special guest, Monica Ali, and reveals who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a…

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95. Dr. Dolittle 2 1:30:14

2M ago1:30:14

1:30:14

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Chris chose Dr. Dolittle 2.

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Andrew O'Hagan 42:18

2M ago42:18

42:18

Bestselling author and journalist, Andrew O'Hagan, joins Simon and Matt to discuss his latest novel, Calendonian Road. They talk about the inspiration behind the book, the ever-changing landscape of British politics and pandemics and why it took a decade to write. Andrew also gives us an insight into the creation of some of his characters, and tell…

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94. Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny 2:31:58

2M ago2:31:58

2:31:58

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Dan chose Indiana Jones And The Dial Of Destiny.

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300. The Thirteenth Annual Static Awards 4:00:40

2M ago4:00:40

4:00:40

To celebrate 12 years of this podcast, it's time for our Thirteenth Annual Static Awards, our fictional TV awards show which is really just a poor excuse to recap the year in TV. We both nominate shows for each award and debate who should win. Awards are meaningless, but this podcast is fun. We promise.…

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Abir Mukherjee Q&A 18:30

2M ago18:30

18:30

Bestselling crime writer, Abir Mukherjee, discusses his favourite authors, books, and tells us about his writing processes. He talks about working to deadlines (or not), how he orders his bookshelves and who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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93. Avatar: The Way Of Water 2:12:31

2M ago2:12:31

2:12:31

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Chris chose Avatar The Way Of Water.

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Abir Mukherjee 41:13

3M ago41:13

41:13

Crime writer Abir Mukherjee joins Simon and Matt to discuss his new novel, Hunted. Abir is known for his Wyndham and Banerjee series, set in 1920s India, however this book is his first stand alone. They chat about the importance of writing something contemporary, the issues that he wanted to tackle and why it has taken so long to finish. Here's a l…

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299. Last Chance Saloon 2:29:04

3M ago2:29:04

2:29:04

This week Dan and Chris start by discussing some recent TV News, including a bunch of announcments from Amazon's up fronts, the cast of Dexter: Original Sin announced and the return of BBC comedy Outnumbered. Plus very timely reviews of X-men '97, Baby Reindeer, Dark Matter and Sugar.

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92. Die Hard With A Vengeance 2:08:58

3M ago2:08:58

2:08:58

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Dan chose Die Hard With A Vengeance.

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David Nicholls Q&A 19:28

3M ago19:28

19:28

Bestselling author and screenwriter, David Nicholls, chats to Simon and Matt about his writing processes, what he's reading at the moment and some of his favourite authors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ora Et Labora

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91. Dumb And Dumber To 1:23:41

3M ago1:23:41

1:23:41

We continue our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels and this week Chris chose Dumb And Dumber To.

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298. Breaking Bad Retrospective (Season One) 1:36:52

3M ago1:36:52

1:36:52

This week Dan and Chris take another break from their normal structure to start a new season-by-season retrospective,. This time we're taking a look at Season One of Breaking Bad. Is this show as good as history remembers it? Was the DNA of what this show became there from the start? And how much did the writers strike affect the direction and qual…

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David Nicholls 40:21

3M ago40:21

40:21

A new David Nicholls books is always an exciting event, and his new novel, You Are Here, does not disappoint. He joins Simon and Matt for a chat about the writing process, creating his characters, the latest adaptation of One Day and how he came to the music choices in this new novel. They also discuss the influence and importance of the pandemic o…

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90. Toy Story 2 2:07:37

3M ago2:07:37

2:07:37

We begin our ninth season of nostalgic film reviews, this series we're exclusively looking at sequels, and this week Dan chose Toy Story 2.

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297. This Movie Does Not Have A Safe Word 1:53:50

3M ago1:53:50

1:53:50

This week Dan and Chris start by discussing some recent TV News, including Peacock ordering a spin-off of The Office, Netflix developing a live action Scooby Doo series, and one final Gavin and Stacy episode is happening. Plus reviews of Knuckles, Conan Must Go and the baffling effort that is Unfrosted.…

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98. Venom Of The Red Lotus 1:36:58

3M ago1:36:58

1:36:58

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'Venom Of The Red Lotus' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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97. Enter The Void 1:34:12

4M ago1:34:12

1:34:12

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'Enter The Void' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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296. Couch Dan Defends Free Guy 1:58:47

4M ago1:58:47

1:58:47

This week Dan and Chris start by discussing some recent TV News, including Steve Carell and Tina Fey reuniting, Severence season two definitely exists, and more evidence that everyones loosing money all the time. We then take some time to review Amazon's Fallout and Still: The Michael J Fox Story. Yes, we're getting to that last one very late indee…

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Tom Burgis Q&A 22:26

4M ago22:26

22:26

Journalist and author Tom Burgis joins Simon and Matt for our bonus Q&A episode. He talks about the authors he admires, the stories and scandals he wishes he had discovered, and who he would invite to his fantasy dinner party. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ora Et Labora

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96. The Ultimatum 1:15:07

4M ago1:15:07

1:15:07

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'The Ultimatum' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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295. Pew Pew 2:13:04

4M ago2:13:04

2:13:04

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last weeks TV news, including some shows, including Fallout being renewed, a celebrity version of The Traitors and a surprising decision from Netflix. Plus, we review some shows we should have covered ages ago in Quiet on Set, Mr Bates Vs The Post Office and Jet Lag The Game.…

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Tom Burgis 42:23

4M ago42:23

42:23

Investigative journalist, Tom Burgis, joins Simon and Matt to discuss his fascinating new book 'Cuckooland: Where The Rich Own The Truth' They discuss the dangers involved in his job, what goes in to researching such incredible stories and why he continues to do it. Here's more info on the book: Everywhere, the powerful are making a renewed claim t…

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95. Long Live The Queen 1:17:49

4M ago1:17:49

1:17:49

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'Long Live The Queen' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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294. Good On Ya' 2:25:57

4M ago2:25:57

2:25:57

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including the Among Us cast, Chance Perdomo's tragic passing, Disney's proxy battle, Welcome to Wrexham's delay and the inexplicable decision to develop ANOTHER Heroes reboot. Plus we go down under for an Australia centric episode where we review No Activity, Wellmania, and the absolute…

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Erin Kelly Q&A 20:55

4M ago20:55

20:55

Bestselling author and journalist, Erin Kelly, joins Simon and Matt to answer some Questions about her writing and reading habits. She also tells us about the last book she really really enjoyed, who she'd invite to her fantasy dinner party - and answers a question from fellow author, Jane Casey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm…

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94. The Stakeout 1:25:37

4M ago1:25:37

1:25:37

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'The Stakeout' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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Erin Kelly 38:49

4M ago38:49

38:49

Journalist and author Erin Kelly joins Simon and Matt for a chat about her new novel - a follow on from her debut novel, but also a stand alone! Erin discusses her characters, plotting and how Frasier helps her write scenes. They also chat about the email she received from Stephen King, praising her book, and why she has returned to these character…

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93. The Terror Within 1:02:09

4M ago1:02:09

1:02:09

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'The Terror Within' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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John O'Farrell Q&A 20:30

5M ago20:30

20:30

Who would John O'Farrell invite to his fantasy dinner party? Does he work best to deadlines? Which author always makes him laugh? Find out the answers to these questions, and many more, on this Q&A episode of Books Of The Year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ora Et Labora

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92. Original Airbenders 1:05:18

5M ago1:05:18

1:05:18

This week Dan and Chris are diving into 'Original Airbenders' from Legend of Korra - Book Three 'Change'.

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293. Historical Friction 2:30:46

5M ago2:30:46

2:30:46

This week Dan and Chris discuss the last few weeks of TV News, including Snowpiercer being revived, the Among Us cast announced, some renewals and WAY TOO MUCH Doctor Who talk. Plus, we review two historical fiction pieces in Shogun and Masters Of The Air.

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John O'Farrell 42:08

5M ago42:08

42:08

Simon and Matt are joined by screenwriter and author John O'Farrell to talk about his latest novel, Family Politics. They discuss...politics...believe it or not, as well as the humour that can be found in all political parties, Question Time, Mrs Doubtfire the musical and what doesn't always translate from the UK to the US (and vice versa). You cou…