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From Dec. 1st-25th, New York comedians Megan Meadows & Alexis Lambright will watch one Christmas-themed movie a day. Some movies will bring tidings of comfort and joy, while others will make them want to barf up their eggnog. Either way, ‘tis the season for real talk and you better believe these movies are gonna get it. Produced by John Ross.
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Crazy Christians

Crazy Christians

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Crazy Christians on the Sunset Strip is the Studio 60 rewatch podcast nobody asked for, hosted by comedy-industry-adjacent media titans Dan Neilan and Tim Sampson. Each week, they're joined by a guest as they suffer through Aaron Sorkin's failed attempt to depict the behind-the-scenes drama of a faux-SNL-type show from the mid-2000s. It's as bad as it sounds. The show, not the podcast. The podcast is good.
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Burger Bants is a podcast by Steak & Honour, a Cambridge-based independent burger restaurant and fleet of Citroën H street food vans, flipping the city’s messiest and most memorable burgers around. Founder and host, Charley, welcomes local legends to the show each episode including chefs, food bloggers, and industry insiders to dig into the details of the best burger they’ve ever had – with a generous side of food nostalgia, chats, and bants!
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Shezam

Kayla Drescher

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Join professional magician Kayla Drescher for this informative, understanding, and sometimes funny podcast about diversity and inclusion in the world of magic.
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The final episode in our female-focussed series, Charley speaks to the wonderful Megan Charnock, founder of Mini Miss Bread, and the new Mini Miss Upstairs, in Saffron Walden, about every from boarding school meals, childhood roast chicken dinners, bread sauce(!) and live pudding, to career changes, mental health, and how it became all about bread;…
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A must-listen in this series 3 of Burger Bants, Charley chats with Michelin-starred Restaurant 22 co-owner Alex Olivier, and Mel Clench, Assistant Manager. A super chatty and fun episode packed with plenty of delicious stories including Mel’s obvious passion for food, her Caribbean family background, memories of Cherry and Almond cake, and her dad’…
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From growing up on a farm in Ireland, Irish grannies and the food around the table, to a strong farm-to-plate approach; Charley finds out what makes Meadows founder, Suzannah Watson tick in episode 4 of Burger Bants, including her desert island cheese choice, harissa, fennel salami, and the great bean movement – as well as her passion for making co…
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Episode 3 of Series 3 of Burger Bants is here – and in this ep, Charley talks to co-owner of Provenance Kitchen, based in Whittlesford, Cambridge. Delving into Kate’s hospitality career from Airstreams to horse boxes, and finally Brix and Mortar, Charley and Kate get nostalgic over vegetable broths, while covering all things cauli-cheese, charred g…
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In Episode 2 of Burger Bants Charley chats to chef, cafe owner, and cookie queen, Sian Richardson – aka Gnawty Bites! Conversation covers everything from whether a choc ice can be considered a legitimate pudding, what makes Brussels sprouts the best – veering into Christmas pud territory, and everything from fine dining to fry-ups! https://www.inst…
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We’re back with a bang – kicking off Season 3 of Burger Bants with Gemma Bradford; better known as the food and travel blogger, Eating up London. With over 110k followers on Instagram, Gemma really knows her grub. Charley gets stuck in and discovers the transition Gemma made from pediatric nurse to blogger – with all things covered from Cambridge a…
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Not sure how we made it here, but we did it! Please enjoy episode 100 and this rare appearance by our audio producer, Chris Combs! Thank you so much for listening. We couldn’t have done the last 100 episodes without you. Please continue to share Shezam with your friends, suggest guests, give us feedback, and… Continue reading 100-WHAAAAAT!…
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Being the president of a magic club is tough stuff. Being the president of an international magic organization…woah! Oh, and also be the first woman to do it! What is that experience like? Join Megan Swann, the first woman to be president of the Magic Circle, for an amazing conversation about her rise in the… Continue reading 099-The Magic Circle’s…
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Many adults are finding out they have ADHD. But what even is ADHD? How does it affect performers? How does the diagnosis change us both on and off stage? Cassandra (The Songstress of Magic) and Kayla sit down for a very honest and open discussion about their experience as adults, women, magicians, and ADHD friends.… Continue reading 098-Performing …
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As entertainers, we use our voices all of the time. But what if your voice doesn’t fit who you are? Join us for this conversation with Tris all about how the voice is a much more powerful tool than most of us have thought about. And head to the Shezam socials (@shezampod) to see some… Continue reading 097-Speak Up with Your Voice, Literally, with T…
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Happy Holidays! Our guest this week has written not only an amazing children’s book about magic, but one that features diversity like not seen before. The book focuses on key elements of becoming a good magician while inspiring the reader, regardless of who they are. In a world where representation is key, Hocus Pocus Practice… Continue reading 096…
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Decks of cards have been the same since…well…forever. Rosemary Reid, a Canadian magician, has not only created a deck of cards centered around sisterhood, not only created a deck of cards that “handles like a dream”, but has also snuck in some important statistics about the experience of women in the magic industry. During the… Continue reading 095…
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Welcome back one of the hardest working, kindest people in magic-Paige Thompson! Paige joins us to discuss her career, being easily dismissed, and her love (obsession) with all things sports. Show Links Paige’s Website A Paige in Time at the Chicago Magic Lounge Check This Out: HeySiddarth (Names) HeySiddarth (Namaste) Become a Patron Penguin… Cont…
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We’re so happy to have these two professional entertainers and all-around amazing humans join us for a deep conversation on so many things. Show Links Celtic Magic Show Magic Camp-the Documentary Unpacking Whiteness Book List Unpacking Whiteness PDF Become a Patron Penguin Magic Podcast Eli Marks Mystery Series Kevin Kareckas Jonah’s Twisters…
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Ever post something important on Facebook that just shouldn’t be controversial but it instead sparks a giant discussion? Haven’t we all? Join Meadow in discussing her experience with just this and how she handled it. Head to our Instagram to see a photo of Meadow’s original post. Show Links Meadow Perry Bubble U GLOMM List… Continue reading 092-Whe…
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Ever wonder why it’s hard to find accurate historical information about diverse magicians? How hard is it to write a book when information is difficult to find? Returning guest, Margaret Steele, walks us through much of this information and more! Show Links Margaret Steele’s Publications Acts of Violet An Interview with Margarita Montimore Become a…
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Samuel Porteous, the author of the biography on Ching Ling Foo, joins Shezam for a conversation on the importance of Ching Ling Foo in not only magic history but in the world and how the relationship with William Robinson has shaped modern conversations. Show Links Ching Ling Foo Biography Samuel Porteous Check This Out-@notjoshingwithyou Historica…
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During the pandemic, Kayla was amongst a group of magicians who got to perform virtually for a visually impaired or blind audience. How did the magicians do this? With the help of professional audio describer, Cori Couture! Cori and Kayla chat about the difficulties and the rewards of doing this show and how magicians can… Continue reading 087-Perf…
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We chat with hilarious magician Paul Kilmer about his life as an Autism advocate, what that means when it comes to a magic show, and how your show can be more sensory friendly with just a few easy changes. Show Links Chicago Magic Lounge Check This Out-@recycldstardust Historical Human-Black Herman Become a Patron Penguin Magic… Continue reading 08…
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We’re getting back into convention, camp, and magic-gathering season. If you’re in charge of any gathering of entertainers, then this episode is especially for you! Returning guest Courtney Pong walks us through some simple and easy steps to creating a safe work environment for all. Show Links CSZBoston Check This Out-Tony Nabors Historical Human-A…
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IT’S CHRISTMAAAAAS! For this year's Christmas Special we get festive with food writer, broadcaster, and Fitzbillies owner Tim Hayward. In this extra episode, we chat about Tim’s role at the very beginning of Steak & Honour including being the inspiration behind our name, before we get into Christmas food, from lunch to the ultimate left-overs sandw…
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Cody Clark, magician and advocate, joins Shezam is discuss how to be an advocate, how to perform a sensory-friendly show, and how to make every show, gathering, club meeting, and convention more inclusive for Autistic folks and those that have additional sensory needs. Show Links Cody Clark Check This Out-White Woman Whisperer on TikTok Historical……
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For the series finale, we are absolutely thrilled to welcome Michelin-starred chef Daniel Clifford. With 2 stars under his belt maintained since 2005 at his restaurant, Midsummer House in Cambridge, in today’s episode Daniel talks passionately about the education system, touches on his personal mental health journey, and takes us on a trip through …
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In our penultimate episode of this series, Charley joined Calixta Killander at her farm in South Cambridgeshire, where they chatted about Calixta’s journey in agriculture and exciting future plans for her business, Flourish Produce. And of course, we find out all about her best-ever burger experience! Follow Flourish on Instagram: @flourishproduce …
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Season 4 begins with this riveting conversation with Dyna Staats. A few years ago, Dyna came out as transgendered. She’s the only person to perform on Penn & Teller’s Fool Us pre and post transition. Dyna was kind enough to take on the emotional labor of this conversation, chatting about proper vocabulary, how to better… Continue reading 083: Comin…
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In episode 4, Charley catches up with young chef and entrepreneur, Henry Paul from The Oyster Lab, all about pop-ups, his love of cooking, his influences throughout his career so far, and how he launched a new business during lockdown. We also delve into the flavours, and find out why garlic, parsley and lemon are Henry’s favourite to accompany oys…
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In this episode, we welcome local food blogger Gracie Mills, aka Cambridge Food Blog. Gracie has been blogging about food in Cambridge and beyond for four years. Today we chat about the origins of her blog, authenticity on social media, her favourite places to eat in Cambridge and of course BURGERS! Follow Gracie on Instagram: @cambridgefoodblog Re…
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In our second episode of this series, we managed to grab a quick chat with chef Liz Young during a busy prep morning at The Wine Rooms, Cambridge, where Liz is currently executive chef. Originally hailing from New Zealand, Liz loves to travel and has worked all over the world in professional kitchens and as a private chef for 23 years. In today’s e…
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Welcome back! For this first episode of Burger Bants Series Two, a new Podcast from Steak & Honour, co-founder, and host, Charley, talks to chief-cheese, Perry Wakeman, of Cambridge-based award-winning cheesemonger Rennet & Rind. We chat about his childhood food memories growing up in Dagenham in the 90s and his journey into the world of cheese. Pe…
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On the menu for our final episode of this series is our friend and uber-talented Michelin-starred chef, Mark Poynton. Mark tells all about his humble beginnings, his journey from Chester to Midsummer House to opening his very own restaurant MJPTheShepherds during the pandemic. We finish with his most favourite burgers of all time. 🍔 Huge thanks to …
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For our penultimate episode, our guest is another Cambridgeshire small business owner and food blogger, Deepa Mistry. In this episode, Deepa talks to us about her childhood Gujarati food memories and chapati training – plus, plenty of shared experiences with Charley from the Northampton food scene from back in the ’90s! Check out Deepa’s beautiful …
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This week we invited street food organiser and aficionado, Becca Chong to join us. Becca owns and runs not just one local street food collective, but TWO, starting up the Saffron Walden based Off The Beaten Truck in 2018 and taking over FoodPark from Heidi White in 2019. Becca grew up in South East Asia, where Charley’s mum also lived for three yea…
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In this episode, we welcome local food blogger Pina Broccoli Anaia, better known as One2CulinaryStew. Blogging about food in Cambridge for 7 years Pina is hugely supportive of the local independent food scene and shares with Charley some wonderful memories of her family's deli and restaurant in her home country of Canada, and of course, plenty of c…
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In this second episode of Burger Bants, we chat with Neil Bharadwa, owner of Cambridge Fruit Company. Neil is fiercely passionate about the local Cambridge community and loves chatting about food as much as Charley! In this ep he gives us an insight into how he adapted his business during the pandemic and explains in detail the best burger he’s eve…
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For this very first episode of Burger Bants, a new Podcast from Steak & Honour – a Cambridge-based independent burger restaurant and fleet of Citroën H street food vans – co-founder and host, Charley, talks to the extraordinary talented chef, food writer, and author of three brilliant cookbooks, Rosie Sykes, about her 30-year career, and her best f…
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We are coming to you, during our hiatus, with this special crossover episode with Discourse in Magic! Jonah Babins and Kayla discuss all sorts of things, from producing virtual conventions to stuff we hate about today’s magic world. Show Links Discourse in Magic Unconventional.fun the Online Wonder Gala Become a Patron Kevin Kareckas Jonah’s Twiste…
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What’s it like to be a woman in juggling? Our season 3 ends with our final panel discussion. Who are our panelists? Cate Flaherty has been performing in circuses, on stages, and streets around the world for almost 20 years. She’s been performing her own solo comedy street show, “The Cate Great Show” since 2009.… Continue reading 081-“That is someth…
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Welcome to part two! Who are our panelists? Ran’D Shine is a performer, producer, and educator of magic. He has entertained audiences in over 27 countries and hundreds of American cities. In 2009, Ran’D premiered his show, “Mysterious Ways”, at the South African Arts Festival with rave reviews. In that same year, he was selected to perform… Continu…
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Join this panel of amazing variety performers on their discussion of experiences with anti-Black racism. Who are our panelists? Ran’D Shine is a performer, producer, and educator of magic. He has entertained audiences in over 27 countries and hundreds of American cities. In 2009, Ran’D premiered his show, “Mysterious Ways”, at the South African Art…
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Welcome to Shezam’s first panel discussion! We’re starting off with a discussion on the experience of performers of Asian descent. What are the effects of using, “an obviously fake piece of plastic with funny squiggles on it that say ‘Fish Market'” on the magicians around us? This episode is so vital to creating a better… Continue reading 078-“A pi…
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I first met these two amazing humans when performing in their pandemic YouTube series. Our conversation was so fun (and Shezam relevant) that we had to make it an episode! Who are the Wine and Whiskey Ladies? Originally from Atlanta, Jennifer Wren packed up her bags and moved to New York City to pursue a… Continue reading 077-The Wine and Whiskey L…
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Our guest this week is a magician and activist. You may know her from her trade show and corporate event fame, where she was nicknamed The Darling of Dot Com. Teller said, “She is not only beautiful and funny, she is clever.” She’s been on Entertainment Tonight, Good Morning America, featured in Entrepreneur Magazine, the Wall… Continue reading 076…
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Happy 75th episode, all! My, how the time has flown by. And what a wonderful episode this is for #75! Ever since she won the German Grand Prix 2011, and was thus the first woman to achieve the prestigious title German Champion of Magic, Alana is one of magic’s premier performersBut success didn’t come overnight.… Continue reading 075-Alana Talks Ac…
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Leah Orleans is a contortionist, entertainer and fitness instructor currently based out of St. Petersburg Florida after the Covid-19 pandemic grounded her tour. She is one half of the comedy acrobatic duo, Acrobatrix! that tours cruise ships, renaissance festivals, and universities. Growing up in the theater scene of Chicago, raised in a family of …
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WE GOT Josephine Lee! Josephines fresh, modern spin on magic took the magic world by storm after her appearance on BRITAIN’S GOT TALENT. This magic act hit millions of views overnight, making Josephine the most talked about woman in the magic industry. She has since made TV appearances all over the world, her UK Television… Continue reading 073-Jos…
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What does it take to be a solid illusion assistant? How can magicians still use a female assistant and not come across as sexist or just plain gross? What should we look for when hiring someone to go in the boxes? After dancing practically all her life in Kansas City, Marissa moved to Los Angeles… Continue reading 072-Marissa Maiorana on Being in t…
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Makeup-it’s a mystery to many of us (especially Kayla). And makeup for your promo photos and videos require a professional touch. Enter: Cassandra Paige. Her Instagram says it all: she’s a skilled and artful makeup artist. On top of her vast skill and packed resume, she’s also an absolutely hilarious and bubbly human being. Enjoy… Continue reading …
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Laura Okmin is a special kind of magician. Not the kind that we’re used to hearing-card and coin tricks and such. Laura, instead, is the third longest tenured sideline reporter in NFL history. And even though she often heard that her career will go downhill after turning 40, Laura loves to say (or shout!) that… Continue reading 070-NFL Reporter Lau…
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