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Sara Barron (Live at the Apollo; Would I Lie to You?) and husband Geoff Lloyd (Reasons to Be Cheerful; Absolute Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live) attempt to answer the biggest question of our time: Are you watching anything good at the moment? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Interview-only Semisode Because Sara is Sick: Andy Milligan (ANT & DEC'S SATURDAY NIGHT TAKEAWAY)
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Sara has tonsillitis - she's on antibiotics and complete vocal rest. She had a fever dream where she was drawn towards the light, but spotted her late grandmother on the other side and fled. So, it's a truncated episode this week (a semisode?): An interview we'd already recorded before she was struck down. And what an interview! It's Andy Milligan,…
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Underarm Meat and a Wide Ribcage. And Michelle Singer & Stu Richards (THE ASSEMBLY)
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Happy birthday to our son, who's eight today. He'll never read this, although he was recently overheard saying, "Mom can't decide what she's doing for her quick watch". Kids these days! Etc. This week it's our great pleasure to speak to Rockerdale Studios creative director, Stu Richards, and head of production, Michelle Singer, about their SMASH HI…
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Gems! Meteorites! Paintings! And Monica Beletsky (MANHUNT)
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It's cold and rainy and we promised to take our child to a farm near Heathrow airport. What fabulous journey are you on today? This week's guest - fresh off her rave review in the New York Times - is 'Manhunt' showrunner, Monica Beletsky! We discuss how to make old-timey feel new-timey, and how to manage a complex timeline. And Abe Lincoln's beard.…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Ashlyn, Lauren, Gem, and Laura talk about people who were disbelieved but were eventually vindicated. Topics include pilot David Steeves’ missing airplane, singer Sinéad O’Connor public denunciation of the Catholic Church, neurologist Stanley Prusiner’s discovery of prions, and neuropathologi…
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Those People Can Get Stampeded. And Eric Newman (NARCOS/GRISELDA)
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HEY HOLLYWOOD! What is this, Chateau Marmont?! This week's guest is Hollywood insider, the impossibly lovely Eric Newman, creator of Narcos and Griselda. We talk collabs with famous actors, and how to sensitively portray real-life people on screen. Plus the dos and don'ts of portraying drug lords specifically! Can't you just feel the California bre…
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Little Wigs Abound! And Russell T Davies (DOCTOR WHO)
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We've never been in love before We thought our hearts were safe We thought we knew the score! Are these lyrics from a musical? Or rather our unbridled feelings for this week's guest who just so happens to be RUSSELL T. DAVIES? WHAT IF IT IS BOTH? Dreams come true you guys, you just have to keep dreaming. This week's guest, see above, is the showrun…
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One Clean Pig. And Meredith Scardino (GIRLS5EVA)
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Hey now, hey now, there's a wall between us! Tear down that wall! We just want connection. You. Me. Us. The animals. This week, Sara's dreams come true (Geoff's come true next week WATCH THIS SPACE) when we speak to Girls5eva creator Meredith Scardino. It's the best comedy in 5eva, as far as we're concerned, and we are never wrong. Plus: One amazin…
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I Have Flexible Legs. And Ed Kellie. (THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL)
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Hola amigas y amigos! We're here to share our thoughts, feelings and TV recommendations. Plus, we get to talk to the executive producer and creative director behind Channel 4's 'The Jury: Murder Trial', Ed Kellie. If you're reading this the same week as we're writing it, come and see Sara's work-in-progress at the Bill Murray Comedy Club in Islingt…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Gem, Ashlyn, Laura, and Lauren discuss the history of the show, comment on some of their favourite segments from episodes past, and finally get around to introducing themselves properly. Life, the Universe & Everything Else is a podcast that explores the intersection of science and society. G…
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The Mademoiselles Stay In. And Lou Sanders (UNFORGIVABLE)
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Come on girls! Do you believe in love? 'Cause I've got something to say about it, and it goes something like this! (No offence to Madonna, but that double 'something' ^ is really, erm... something.) Your transatlantic sweethearts are back with more TV for you to watch, *and* fresh from the rink, it's the funniest of them all... LOU SANDERS. She's b…
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My Parents are in a Lot of Google Earth Images. And Rosie Jones (OUT OF ORDER)
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Spring is in the air! OR IS IT? Have we been wrongly convinced by one nice cherry blossom, when if fact most cherry blossoms are taking their time? Don't generalize, you guys! This week we're speaking to our friend and national-treasure-in-the-making, stand-up comedian Rosie Jones, about her new panel show Out of Order, big frocks, online bullies a…
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The Sleep Schedule of a Cow. And Issa Lopez (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)
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Welcome! How are you? Look at you! You look fantastic. Did you get surgery? You must give us your guy's number. Or gal. NOT ALL COSMETIC SURGEONS ARE MEN. This week, we are graced by the presence of one of the hottest showrunners in the world right now - Issa Lopez, creator of 'True Detective: Night Country'. Spoiler: She is wonderful. Correspond w…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Lauren, Ashlyn, Laura, and Gem discuss paranormal events and other mysteries that have recently been explained by science, including the Dyatlov Pass Incident, the Blood Rain of Kerala, the Bermuda Triangle, and how the Romans managed to make such excellent concrete. Life, the Universe & Ever…
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Pointe Shoes. And Jeff Schaffer (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM)
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What the world needs now is love, sweet love. And TV recommendations... Your podcast Valentines are here to oblige. PLUS... a man who's been at the heart of some the best comedy of the past thirty years: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' executive producer/writer/director, 'Seinfeld' alumni, and 'Dave' creator, Jeff Schaffer. He's our darling. Share your love…
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I Guess I'm a Llama Lady Now. And Gemma Whelan (BALENCIAGA)
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Hey beaus and boos! There's a song stuck in our heads, and after listening to this, it'll be stuck in yours, too - if it isn't already. Also, you're in for a treat, because we're talking to excellent actor and even-more-excellent person, Gemma Whelan. SHA-LA! SHA-LINGAY! Let's be in touch: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com We love your money: https…
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Get Your F***ing Hand Off My Lemons. And Kitty Flanagan (FISK)
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Heyyyy! We all made it through January (touch wood, there's still a day and a bit to go. Oh no. What if we've TEMPTED FATE?), and we're thrilled to bring you Kitty Flanagan - creator and star of 'Fisk' on Netflix - all the way from Melbourne, Australia. We had some tech issues, and the sound is a bit ropier than usual, but it used to take 18 months…
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A Light Touch with an Adverb. And Jack Rooke (BIG BOYS)
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Hello? Are you there? IS THIS ON? Sara skips parents' evening, and justifies revenge scenarios. Plus we talk to Big Boys creator, Jack Rooke, about what it's like being The Grief Guy, PLUS - as always! - we tell you what's worth it on that hot little small screen. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Sara needs her eyes done: https://www.pat…
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On this special bonus episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Gem Newman discusses the scientific evidence in favour of allowing trans youth to socially transition and the concrete steps that parents and teachers can take to support trans kids. Life, the Universe & Everything Else is a podcast that explores the intersection of science and …
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People in Cafés Have a Lot of Dreams. And Leo Reich (LITERALLY WHO CARES?)
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How do you do, fellow kids?* We're joined by hot thing (in every sense - he's blowing up, he has a face you want to kiss, and he is a profuse sweater), Leo Reich. He's here to talk about his new HBO special, 'Literally Who Cares?' Plus, what you ought to be watching on teevs, and Sara voices some mild doubts about the role life coaches play in our …
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Gem, Ashlyn, Lauren, and Laura discuss sex and gender from a scientific and historical perspective, with a focus on the health and wellbeing of trans folks. Life, the Universe & Everything Else is a podcast that explores the intersection of science and society. Content Warning: This episode i…
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Darling, I'll Follow You On Everything! And Daisy May Cooper (PASSWORD)
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Look at you - what a punim! Come here and let us give you a big kiss on the cheek. See who we have with us? That's right, only British comedy royalty, Daisy May Cooper - co-creator and star of 'This Country' and 'Am I Being Unreasonable?' She's here to draw your attention to her new role as team captain on ITV's remake of classic U.S. gameshow 'Pas…
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Don't Mummify Me. And Kat Sadler (SUCH BRAVE GIRLS)
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HEY CUTIE-CUTIES, we're back for more in '24 and we're in love, we're in love and we don't care who knows it! Before you get the ick, this isn't about our marriage, it's an incredible new three-part documentary series (as recommended by Natalie Gold - GOLD! Always believe in your soul - on last week's episode.) Plus, we talk to a YOUNGSTER. Yes, th…
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They Like To Watch for the In Between Days
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It's the festive perineum, and what do the other podcasts do? Phone-it-in with rehashed clips and lazy ask-us-anythings. Not us! We're phoning-it-in by getting some of our favourite guests to voice-note their binge-watch recommendations for these lazy days. Succession's Justine Lupe and Natalie Gold, stand-up hero Nish Kumar, The Buccaneers' Kather…
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They Like to Watch at Christmas. And Craig Cash (CAROLINE AHERNE: QUEEN OF COMEDY)
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Ho! Ho! Ho! Merrrrrrry Christmas. Overindulge on this bumper-length episode, featuring a whistlestop tour of our festive favourites. PLUS Craig Cash (co-creator: The Mrs Merton Show, The Royle Family, Early Doors) is here to talking about a new documentary about his friend and collaborator, the much-missed Caroline Aherne, which is airing on Christ…
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I've Been Around a Lot of Balls. And The Williams Brothers (BOAT STORY)
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Hi! Sorry we're late. We're fine. Honestly. Don't worry about us. Everything's okay. WHY AREN'T YOU ASKING IF WE'RE ALRIGHT? We're here now, and we've watched that show you've been banging on about. Plus, we talk to Harry and Jack Williams, creators of 'Boat Story' and SO much other fine television - what curriculum vitaes! (Curriculae vitums?) Sen…
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Coins and Erotic Kicks. And Jen Brister (THE OPTIMIST)
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Sleigh bells ring, are you listening? Are you? ARE YOU? Sara refuses to learn from her public transport mistakes, and we follow up on a nepo-mommy recommendation. Plus: Bow down mister, Hare Rama, Hare Krishna, our guest is optimist, Jen Brister! Watch Jen's stand-up special, The Optimist: https://800poundgorillamedia.com/products/jen-brister-the-o…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Gem, Ashlyn, Lauren, Laura, and special guest Dave Bonwick discuss Eric Hovind’s “Night at the Creation Museum”, a short film promoting Young Earth Creationism: the view that the universe and everything in it was created by the Christian God a little over 6000 years ago. Life, the Universe & …
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The Three Kinds of Hot Tub. And Fenton Bailey (RUPAUL'S DRAG RACE)
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Coochie-coo, sweet babies! Look what mommy and daddy have for you: Lots of screentime, that's what. And Sara's head explodes when we get to speak to Fenton Bailey, executive producer of RuPaul's Drag Race. Sissy that walk! Buy Fenton's book, Screen Age - How TV shaped our reality from Tammy Faye to RuPaul's Drag Race: https://www.hive.co.uk/Product…
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No New Things! And Katherine Jakeways (THE BUCCANEERS)
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Hey, Baberiba! Keep up, we're covering a lot of ground this week: Introversion, ropework, biker gangs, genital warts, and Noddy Holder all feature, alongside some excellent viewing recommendations, and the return of our brilliant friend: Katherine Jakeways, creator, executive producer and writer of the hit Apple TV+ show, The Buccaneers. Deposit tr…
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You Might Need a Doll. And Alex Horne & Greg Davies (TASKMASTER)
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Hey, good lookin'! Here's what we've got cookin' (just chasing those Gen Z dollars by referencing a song from 1951): Purple ladies, outdoor intercourse, street art, the noble art, slum landlords and some truly excellent TV recommendations. Plus! We don't know how we did it*, but we only went and bagged an interview with Taskmaster's Alex Horne and …
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Pouring a Vat of Gruel. And Nash Edgerton (MR INBETWEEN)
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Hi fans, well-wishers, and the curious. This episode's a few minutes longer than usual, so these notes are a little shorter, to reduce demand on your time. Our guest is Nash Edgerton, director of our favourite TLTW discovery so far, Mr Inbetween - what a guy. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Become part of something bigger than yourself:…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, it’s another cryptid spectacular! Gem relates the story of the Mothman of West Virginia, Ashlyn tells the tale of a naturalist lost at sea, Lauren explains why driving while exhausted isn’t such a good idea, and Laura introduces everyone to the most pitiful cryptid of all. Life, the Universe …
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Shaking on the Sofa. And Hannah Bos & Paul Thureen (SOMEBODY SOMEWHERE)
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Happy spooky Hallowe'en! We promised you a treat: Scary things to watch. Was it a trick? Enter at your own risk... Plus we talk to Hannah Bos & Paul Thureen - creators of the excellent Somebody Somewhere, starring Bridget Everett. They're delightful. Edited by Annabel Port from Benfleet Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Keep our Jack O'La…
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Grandpa Was a Doctor Feelgood. And Fisher Stevens (BECKHAM)
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Hello you! Wanna hug? No? We completely get it. Have you been eating properly? We're going to nourish you. (With television recommendations, you'll have to supply your own food for your TV dinner.) Also, we're extremely excited to talk to Fisher Stevens. You might instantly think Hugo in 'Succession', but SHAME ON YOU. As a proud member of the SAG-…
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I Have Very Good Form as a Boxer. And Chris Addison (BREEDERS)
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Bon après-midi! Ça va? Gotta love a cedilla. We're here, we have things to tell you about what we've watched on TV, and we're joined by comedian-turned-director, Chris Addison. The final season of Breeders - which he co-created with Simon Blackwell and Martin Freeman - is airing in the UK now. He is a lanky delight! Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandn…
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Funny, But Almost Sexual Dancing. And Jamali Maddix (NEVER MIND THE BUZZCOCKS)
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Here come FC and NC on their matching bicycles, baskets full of TV recommedations. And look who's with them! Dreamboat comedian, Jamali Maddix, series regular on Never Mind The Buzzcocks. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Subsidise our mortgage: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCH Edited by Annabel Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…
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Get On Board with the Gourd. And Larry Rickard (GHOSTS)
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It's just a hot young influencer couple here to influence what you watch on TV. Our guest is Larry Rickard: Cast member and co-creator of Ghosts. BTS gossip: Geoff asked Larry if he'd record a video message for our Horrible Histories-obsessed son, but Sara kiboshed it. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Improve Sara's mental wellbeing: htt…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Ashlyn, Lauren, Gem, and Laura are joined by Marissa McCool to discuss some of the ways science and society have changed in the last two decades. Life, the Universe & Everything Else is a podcast that explores the intersection of science and society. Taste Buds: The Taste Map of the Tongue Yo…
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A Little Hat with a Big Old Brim. And Marnie Dickens (WILDERNESS)
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HI BABES! We're back to depress you with what we did on our tenth wedding anniversary, and to tell you what's worth your attention on the teevz. We also talk to writer, Marnie Dickens, who has: a) A snazzy shirt b) The number one show on Amazon Prime Video in the UK: Wilderness, starring Jenna Coleman. Plus, Sara attempts to start not one, but two …
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I Like My Nose. And Nish Kumar (YOUR POWER, YOUR CONTROL)
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It's your favourite young lovers, on the cusp of our tenth wedding anniversary, taking time away from gazing into each other's eyes to gaze into the TV - and tell you whether you should watch what we've been watching. Our guest is Nish Kumar, stand-up comedian - as the French would say - by excellence. His new special 'Your Power, Your Control' is …
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An Inappropriate Amulet. And Kates McLennan & McCartney (DEADLOCH)
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HIYA! In this week's watchings: Sara attempts to be more broadminded about polyamory, Geoff scavenges for Succession crumbs, we disagree about a new horror/fantasy series (but admire the sartorial choices), AND - live from another hemisphere - we're joined by the brilliant Kate McCartney and Kate McLennan, creators of Deadloch. Hosted on Acast. See…
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Very Rectangular Heads. And Sterlin Harjo (RESERVATION DOGS)
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You told us to watch Reservation Dogs, we over-delivered: We bring you its creator, Sterlin Harjo. Now that's worth the podcast showing up a few hours later than usual, right? (If you didn't notice, pls disregard, Thanks.) Plus religious ritual nepo-comedy, a re-run of the space race, and we pick up what the J-Dog put down last week. Email us: fuck…
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On this episode of Life, the Universe & Everything Else, Ashlyn, Lauren, Laura, and Gem continue their discussion of modern evangelical crusaders, with a focus on Billy Graham and Youth with a Mission. Life, the Universe & Everything Else is a podcast that explores the intersection of science and society. Youth with a Mission (YWAM): YWAM King’s Ki…
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'Can You See Your Feet Right Now?' And Jesse Armstrong (SUCCESSION) at the Edinburgh Fringe
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Your favourite cute thrupple reunites to give patrons of the world's largest arts festival a bit of a show. Plus, back at home, we follow up on one of Sarah Phelps' recommendations, and Sara does a good friend a nepo-favour. It takes a turn. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCH E…
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Q3 Is My Power. And Katherine Jakeways (THE BUCCANEERS)
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Oh hello! Sara shares her public transport trauma, we both share what's been on our TV, plus we talk to showrunner of the forthcoming Apple TV+ series, The Buccaneers, Katherine Jakeways. We love her, and she's a near-Q3 inspiration, ladies! Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Become one of our Patreon friends: https://www.patreon.com/THEYL…
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Join us and JESSE ARMSTRONG for THEY LIKE TO WATCH Live! at the Edinburgh Fringe
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One Girl, Big Night? No Good. And Jim Field Smith (HIJACK)
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Hello! We became addicted to Hijack on Apple TV+ whilst we were on holiday, and as soon as we arrived home, we tracked down co-creator/director Jim Field Smith, and bombarded him with questions. He was gracious and duly obliged: There will be spoilers. Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.com Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLI…
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My Big Egg Phase. And Jack Thorne (HIS DARK MATERIALS, THIS IS ENGLAND 86/88/90, KIRI, BEST INTERESTS, THE VIRTUES, HELP etc.)
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HEJ KOMPISAR! We're summering in the Stockholm Archipelago, but we borrowed some recording equipment from Ridklubben, Sweden's best equestrian podcast. We talk Hijack, How To with John Wilson, and The Jinx, plus we're joined by a tall genius - one of the UK's best and most respected screenwriters, Jack Thorne. VARSÅGOD! SUPPORT US ON PATREON: https…
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A Deer, a Female Deer. And Bridget Christie (THE CHANGE)
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Oh, Bridget! Not content with merely being one of the best stand-up comedians in the UK, she's gone and made a TV show that's funny and completely unique - The Change, and she's telling us all about it. Plus: We've set up a Patreon for you. It's real nice: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCH Feed Mr. Inbox a juicy email: f**koff@firecrotchandno…
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