Best Ash And Stevie Podcasts (2024)

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How to start running (and why you should) with dental hygienist and running influencer Ewan Heritage 47:21

2h ago47:21

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Dental therapit and running influencer Ewan Heritage speaks to Gaby Bissett about how to start running, the 'running boom' and how it has changed his life – and why it can change yours, too. In our latest episode, we dive into inspiring stories of passion and perseverance. Our guest is Ewan Heritage, a dedicated dental therapist from Sheffield, who…

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Best Of... The Strangest 'Soft Rocks' #2! 47:22

1h ago47:22

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"Now that's what I call a soft rock: 2!" Dan looks back at some of the strangest and silliest unexplainable experiences a.k.a. 'soft rocks' from guests past, including Josh Widdicombe, Dan Snow and Lucy Cooke. We'd love to hear about your unexplainable experiences! Join the We Can Be Weirdos Discord Server, where over 1,500 weirdos are sharing thei…

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#64 Hidden Histories: Anthony Delaney and the 10 Ghost Sightings of an Unbeliever 1:19:44

1h ago1:19:44

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"I must have seen ten ghosts... but I don't think they're ghosts' Anthony Delaney is an actor, writer, historian, and podcaster originally from County Kilkenny, Ireland. He trained at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, and obtained a PhD in 18th century social and cultural history from the University of Exeter. He co-hosts the hit podcas…

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#63 LIVE IN SOHO: Philippa Perry Psychoanalyses the Batsh*t List! 1:15:14

15d ago1:15:14

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"Psychotherapists have experiences that we keep quiet about... because we sound bloody mad!" Live from the Underbelly Theatre, London! Psychotherapist and author Philippa Perry takes on the batshit list... and reveals some unexpected woo-woo of her own. Also featuring music by Emma-Lee Moss (F.K.A. Emmy The Great), and Bexy Cameron, author of Cult …

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The Rough Corner: The Hidden Life of Crows ft. Dr Sarah Jelbert 19:50

35m ago19:50

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Finally, a crow special! Dan chats with Dr Sarah Jelbert, a comparative psychologist at the University of Bristol, who is interested in the evolution of cognitive abilities in animals. She's mad about crows (because they're mysterious, super intelligent and majestic). Did you know they have their own woodland workshops? Stick your beak into this ep…

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#62 The Somethingist: Lieven Scheire and the A.I. World of Tomorrow 1:44:07

5d ago1:44:07

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"The Now: More of it is coming!" What is consciousness? Are you the same you as 5 seconds ago? Can an AI mind replicate your own? Is the universe a simulation? Big questions, yes. But fear not, Lieven Scheire is here! Lieven Scheire is a Belgian comedian, physicist and science communicator on stage and on TV, in both Dutch and English. Lieven is th…

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The Rough Corner: Horny Bombs & The Great Wasp Sting Operation ft. Lieven Scheire 1:01:23

23d ago1:01:23

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"The Stephen Fry of Belgium", Lieven Scheire, joins Dan to talk about the weirdness of the insect world, why chickens have a vendetta against mice and how evolution is evolving. Lieven Scheire is a Belgian comedian, physicist and science communicator on stage and on TV, in both Dutch and English. Lieven is the face and founder of ’Nerdland’, a popu…

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The Rough Corner: Ash Piñatas, Coma Ghosts and The House of Schreiber 48:17

13d ago48:17

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Dan and Al catch up on a shedload of mind-boggling correspondence. Plus, Dan explores some wild family history and Dan Snow's History Hit producer, Jana Des Forges, dials in from a wardrobe to talk pet cremation and tomb stone hoarding. And! Dan's new book, Impossible Things, is available now! It's the perfect book for young curious minds who love …

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Why caring about the menopause will improve your dental business: Lindsey Thomas reveals all 47:51

24d ago47:51

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Why should we all care about the menopause? We speak to Dr Lindsey Thomas, a GP and menopause expert, about how it can improve your practice culture, profits and patient care. In this episode, we delve into the crucial topic of menopause – a conversation that is increasingly entering the workplace. We'll explore why Dr Thomas is so passionate about…

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#61 Neighbours From Hell: Stevie Martin and the Unwelcome Doormat Curse 1:28:01

1M ago1:28:01

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"Always err on the side of neutralising the curse in a body of water" Stevie Martin is an actor, writer, comedian and podcaster, and also part of comedy group Massive Dad. Stevie is a regular face on TV, and found a cult online following after a series of viral sketches with Lola-Rose Maxwell. She is a writer published everywhere from Vice to the G…

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The Rough Corner: Uri Geller's Psychic Guinea Pigs ft. The Margolis Family 1:31:03

1M ago1:31:03

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What's it like to grow up with Uri Geller? For Jonathan Margolis, and his children David, Ruth and Ellie, they had a friendship like no other with the controversial spoon-bending performer. Dan meets the family and gets to the bottom of their experiences with Uri, and whether they think he's a a talented magician or something altogether more myster…

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The Glitch: Are Imaginary Friends Mysteriously Coming To Life? (Impossible Things is Out Now!) 35:20

1M ago35:20

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Dan's new book, Impossible Things, is available now! It's the perfect book for young curious minds who love to ask WEIRD and WONDERFUL questions. Want to impress your friends and family with some BANANAS but TRUE facts? Then discover the world of impossible things with Dan Schreiber. This book will give you the answers to all of your big questions,…

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#60 Mysterious Ghoul: Peter Andre and the Planet of the Thumbs 1:17:54

2M ago1:17:54

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"It was the size of a shopping centre... it was hovering..." Australian singer-songwriter Peter Andre captured the hearts of millions when he burst onto the music scene in the 1990s with summer hit 'Mysterious Girl', and since then he's gained national treasure status. His latest children's book is a sequel to Super Space Kids Save Planet Drizzlebo…

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The Rough Corner: The Man in the Baked Bean Balaclava ft. Phin 'Barmy Brunch' Adams 27:35

2M ago27:35

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Meet the future Prime Minister of the UK. Phin 'Barmy Brunch' Adams of the Monster Raving Loony Party became an icon overnight when he stood for election against divisive Conservative MP Jacob Rees-Mogg. He also just happened to be wearing a baked bean balaclava. Phin didn't win the seat, but he won something more important... the nation's hearts. …

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#59 Fly On The Padded Wall: Psychiatrist Dr Benji Waterhouse and the Exorcism Consultant 1:32:54

2M ago1:32:54

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"A common symptom is related to aliens..." Warning: This episode contains discussions on the topic of suicide and mental health conditions. DR Benji Waterhouse is a frontline NHS doctor specialising in psychiatry. He is also an award-winning stand-up comedian who performs sell-out shows at the Edinburgh Festival. He has written for the Guardian and…

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The Rough Corner: The Brain Studied Around the World ft. Sadie Dingfelder 41:44

2M ago41:44

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Science writer Sadie Dingfelder has always known that she's a little quirky. But while she's made some strange mistakes over the years, it's not until she accosts a stranger in a grocery store (who she thinks is her husband) that she realises something is amiss... In her book, Do I Know You?: A Faceblind Reporter’s Journey into the Science of Sight…

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#58 Dream Sh*t and Get Rich: Anna Akana and the Blowing-Smoke-Up-Your-Ass-When-Someone's-Drowning Stage 58:04

2M ago58:04

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"Bring me someone from the stars, I'm done with men on earth!" Warning: This episode contains discussions on the topic of suicide. Anna Akana is an actress, comedian, writer and musician who can currently be seen on Comedy Central's Corporate. She stars in the film Go Back to China, and can be seen in Marvel's Ant-man, Netflix's You Get Me and Free…

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From Steven Bartlett to Gary Neville: Ash Jones explains the power behind a great personal brand 58:02

2M ago58:02

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Steven Bartlett, Gary Neville, Sacha Lord – Ash Jones has worked with some big names. In this episode, the Great Influence founder explains why a good personal brand is at the core of all successful entrepreneurs. Ash Jones is the founder of Great Influence, a pioneering agency in the realm of personal branding. Ash's journey in marketing began at …

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The Rough Corner: How to Kill an Asteroid ft. Dr Robin George Andrews 49:15

2M ago49:15

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This episode will have a Deep Impact! How the heck do we defend ourselves from a killer chunk of space debris? Luckily, planetary defenders are on the case... In How to Kill an Asteroid, an upcoming book by award-winning science journalist Robin George Andrews, he reveals the development of the technology that makes defending the earth possible - f…

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#57 Telekinetic Kiss: Emma-Lee Moss (FKA Emmy The Great) and the Name-Dropping Dreamer 1:20:44

2M ago1:20:44

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"My whole life has been governed by fateful meetings" Emma-Lee Moss, formerly known as Emmy The Great, is a musician, composer and writer. Emma-Lee was born in Hong Kong to an English father and a Chinese mother, before moving to London at the age of 12. Performing as Emmy the Great, she has released three studio albums. First Love (2009), Virtue (…

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The Rough Corner: Psychogeography and the Realm of Shells ft. Sonia Overall 31:03

3M ago31:03

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What on earth is Psychogeography? How can locations influence our emotions and behaviour? Sonia Overall is here to provide the 101. Sonia is a Senior Lecturer in Creative & Professional Writing at Canterbury Christ Church University, where she runs the MA in Creative Writing. She's an avid Psychogeographer and founder of Women Who Walk, a network f…

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#56 Fridge Philosophy: Tony Hawks - Survivor of Integrity Attacks 1:31:02

3M ago1:31:02

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"I've always managed to stare at things for long periods" Tony Hawks is a TV and radio comedian and bestselling author. He began his career when he formed the musical comedy trio Morris Minor and the Majors, and is the author of the bestselling Round Ireland with a Fridge – the story of his absurd quest to hitch round the circumference of Ireland w…

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The Rough Corner: Live Show Guest Announcement! & Butt Dials From Beyond 22:59

3M ago22:59

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***LIVE SHOW JUNE 17TH! TICKETS AVAILABLE: GET IN THERE QUICK!*** We Can Be Weirdos will be recorded LIVE on Monday 17th June 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. Another wild night to ignite the suppressed bit of batsh*t in you. In this episode, Dan reveals the smorgasbord of guests who will be taking to the stage. Head here for more info an…

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#55 Fears of a Clown: Spencer Jones and the Hairy Hand 1:06:03

3M ago1:06:03

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"Auras are like the Northern Lights of a person" Spencer Jones is a comedian, actor, and writer, who has been nominated twice for the Edinburgh Comedy Award and for multiple BAFTAs. Spencer’s BBC Comedy Short, The Mind of Herbert Clunkerdunk won a BAFTA nomination for Best Short Form Programme. You may have also seen him in Upstart Crow, or on a re…

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The Rough Corner: The Haunted Antiques Paranormal Research Centre ft. Neil Packer 22:37

3M ago22:37

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Can ghosts interact with each other? Why do some objects seem to carry 'energy'? Where's the best place to keep a cursed object? Ask Neil Packer! He owns the Haunted Antiques Paranormal Research Centre, in Hinkley UK. ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!*** We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17th June 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. A…

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#54 Strongly Believing in Incredible Things: Rob Auton and the Child Called Poet 1:15:06

3M ago1:15:06

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"The tooth fairy took my cock ring" In his words, "Rob Auton started saying things aloud to groups of people without wanting them to respond verbally. Some call this 'stand up comedy', some call it 'stand up poetry'. Whatever it is, I started doing it and have continued to do it ever since." Rob Auton is a unique voice in the world of comedy. With …

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The Rough Corner: The Redacted Episode 32:59

3M ago32:59

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Dan and Al chat the OG vampire, a diminishing supply of ghosts in the UK and universe lasagne. It's also time for your contributions - don't forget to head to the Discord to tell us yours for future eps! Just go to @schreiberland on Instagram to find the link. ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!*** We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17th June 2…

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Ian Hutchinson: stalked by an ex-patient with a crossbow – how to handle fear 42:36

3M ago42:36

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Today, we welcome a guest whose journey and career is in fact in dentistry. His story, however, is one marked not only by professional excellence but also by resilience, mental strength and a stark ability to overcome even the biggest patient challenges. Ian Hutchinson is a specialist orthodontist who graduated from Newcastle University before gain…

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The Glitch: The Theory of Everything Else Audiobook Bonus! 26:38

3M ago26:38

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The Theory of Everything Else: A Voyage into the World of the Weird. Have you read this book yet?! It's pretty darn good. And it's about to be released in paperback in the USA, on June 11th! To celebrate, here's an extract from the audiobook to wet your weird whistle. You can grab the full audiobook from Audible, or head online or to your favourite…

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The Rough Corner: The Weirdo Zine Scene ft. Hellebore's Maria Pérez Cuervo 26:07

3M ago26:07

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The world of magazines for weirdos is booming! Maria J Pérez Cuervo, founder and editor of Hellebore magazine, provides a peek behind the editorial curtain. And the question remains, who would win in a Tom Trumps battle between Aleister Crowley and the British Museum? ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!*** We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17t…

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#53 I’m With Batsh*t —>: Sofie Hagen and the Troll of Shametown 1:31:15

4M ago1:31:15

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"She said... should I tell him I can see into the future?" Sofie Hagen is a multi-award-winning London-based Danish comedian, author, podcaster, and content creator. She published her debut book “Happy Fat” in 2019 and is the creator and host of the wildly successful podcast Who Hurt You?, co-host of BBC Sounds Original true crime podcast Bad Peopl…

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The Rough Corner: Cosmic Cocktails and Invisible Rainbows ft. Dr Alfredo Carpineti 39:41

4M ago39:41

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Astrophysicist Dr Alfredo Carpineti is an expert in seeing the unseeable. He's writing a book called ‘Invisible Rainbows’ - a journey through the light we cannot see and how we use it to protect the Earth, discover the unknown, and better understand our universe! ***ANOTHER LIVE SHOW DATE!*** We Can Be Weirdos will also be recorded LIVE on 17th Jun…

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#52 The Pagan Parapsychologist: Evelyn Hollow and the Consciousness Particle 1:17:36

4M ago1:17:36

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"As a pagan I trust that there are universal laws I am not privy to" Evelyn Hollow is a Scottish writer and paranormal psychologist. She is a former psychology lecturer and holds a Master of Research degree in Paranormal Psychology. She now consults as a paranormal psychologist and expert for various TV shows and podcasts — most recently the smash-…

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The Rough Corner: Welcome to Cafe Del Weirdo! 17:09

4M ago17:09

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Dan returns with an espionage update, a big announcement and a new club for you to join... introducing Cafe Del Weirdo! A virtual, podcasty place to talk books, movies, albums, art - everything! Pull up a seat, peruse the menu and get voting. Join the Discord to get stuck in - head to Instagram @wecanbeweirdos. There, you'll find the link to our Di…

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#51 Down the Rabbit Hole of Conspiracy: Danny Wallace and the Soup Spoon Spirit 1:34:23

4M ago1:34:23

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"Make a 'fun investment'... do something pointless that tickles you in some way" Danny Wallace is a bestselling author, as well as a BAFTA, Arqiva and Sony-winning performer and presenter. His first book, Join Me, was the true story of a man who created a cult by accident. His second book, Yes Man – in which he decided to say ‘Yes’ to everything – …

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The Rough Corner: Disney's Darkest Secret, Crab Judges and The Hot Bath Balls Debacle 38:20

4M ago38:20

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Dan and Spooky Al catch up on a weird few weeks. Dan's parents arrive with some game-changing footage from his childhood, Al's been searching in vain for the frozen body of Walt Disney, and the winner of the international crab joke competition is revealed! You can get in touch with Dan Schreiber on Instagram @wecanbeweirdos. There, you'll find the …

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#50 The Man, The Myth, The Werewolf: Josh Widdicombe and the Vanishing Twin 1:15:02

4M ago1:15:02

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"The 90s was a great time to believe in aliens" Josh Widdicombe is an actor, comedian, writer and podcaster who is a regular on our TV screens. He's starred in 30 series of the Channel 4 series The Last Leg, and alongside Nish Kumar on Hold the Front Page, which has just returned for its second series! Josh also co-hosts the hugely popular podcast …

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Jeff Salmon: the power of the mind in business 1:06:53

4M ago1:06:53

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In April's episode, Gaby Bissett speaks to multi-business owner Jeff Salmon about his journey to success, his advice for those in business and his interest in mentalism. This month, we have a guest whose journey spans the worlds of business, art and television –Jeff Salmon. Hailing from East London, Jeff is not your ordinary entrepreneur. Starting …

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The Rough Corner: Into the Bowels of the National Poo Museum ft. Co-founder Daniel Roberts 34:22

4M ago34:22

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Inside the turdilly brilliant world of Daniel Roberts, co-founder and curator of the National Poo Museum, on the Isle of Wight. His aim is to change the way you think about such an amazing substance! Together we can break the poo taboo. Featuring sticky topics such as... how many celebrity poos fit inside a portable aquarium? How does our poo chang…

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#49 "Some Crystal Hating Slaphead": Marek Larwood and the Sandown Clown 1:22:55

5M ago1:22:55

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I talk to comedian Marek Larwood, who explores the legend of the Sandown Clown—a seven-foot-tall robotic alien clown that has become part of the Isle of Wight's peculiar heritage. I find out that he has an uncomfortable relationship with some elements of the paranormal, in ways you simply cannot predict. Marek runs the Cool Dudes Walking Club as a …

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The Rough Corner: The Lazy Code Hunter ft. Leon "Buttons" Kirkbeck 55:27

5M ago55:27

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Join me as I reunite with my Cryptid Factor co-host, the ever-fascinating Leon "Buttons" Kirkbeck, for a whirlwind tour through the bizarre and the unexplained. From the profound Hebrew concept (or not) of coincidence, we traverse a spectrum of topics that defy explanation, how to find a lost shoe with another, how buying a wart can be the catalyst…

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#48 The Goth From Grimsby: Dr Kate Cherrell and the Psychic Fingerprints 1:27:56

5M ago1:27:56

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"I have friends who have refused to come into my house" Dr Kate Cherrell is a writer, researcher and public speaker specialising in paranormal history and popular séance. A former cemetery worker, she is the creator of BurialsAndBeyond.com, a blog exploring the stranger sides of life, death and what’s left behind. She has been internationally publi…

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The Rough Corner: The End of Days Eclipse ft. Dr Francis Young 29:24

5M ago29:24

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Following the stunning eclipse over North America, should we be putting sun cream on our eyes? (No). Are astronomical phenomena a portent of terrible things to come? (probably not). But why are we still caught in a thrall by eclipses, comets and stars? Dr Francis Young, historian of religion and belief, has been collecting history's strangest theor…

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#47 Map Man: Jay Foreman and the Ungoogleable Questions of the Universe 1:21:32

5M ago1:21:32

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"Understanding the universe? It's like a pot plant trying to know its way around a garden centre" Jay Foreman is a musical comedian and 'nerd royalty' who has won critical acclaim for solo shows like Pretend You're Happy and We're Living in The Future. He is also known for his wildly informative, funny and successful Youtube shows Map Men and Unfin…

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The Rough Corner: A Haunted Sinking Ship and LA's Name Dropping Spirits ft. Lindsay Kaye of 'Lively Ghosts' 32:26

5M ago32:26

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While Dan ponders a loop-the-loop mystery from his hotel in Turkey, Lindsay Kaye of fashion brand Lively Ghosts joins him to talk about haunted Los Angeles, a ghost ship that's still sinking (while accepting tour groups) and the benefits of taking a 'death course' at school. And if you missed it... Big weird announcement! We Can Be Weirdos is takin…

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#46 The Man Who Doesn't Know: Marcus Brigstocke and the 5-Star Ghost 1:07:08

5M ago1:07:08

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"You have to believe there's a power greater than yourself" Marcus Brigstocke is a writer, actor, presenter and performer. A fixture on TV, radio and the Edinburgh Fringe, Marcus’ live performances sell out across the country. His book God Collar, focused on the 'God-shaped hole' that opened up in his life following the death of his best friend, an…

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Dr Naomi Sutton: let's talk about s*x – and why it's important in dentistry 43:34

5M ago43:34

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In this first episode of the podcast relaunch, editor Gaby Bissett talks with Dr Naomi Sutton. A graduate of Sheffield Medical School, she now works as a consultant physician for the NHS, specialising in sexual health services at Rotherham. Driven by a passion for education and reducing stigma, Dr Sutton has dedicated her career to raising awarenes…

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The Rough Corner: WEIRDOS GOES LIVE! 27:20

5M ago27:20

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Big weird announcement! We Can Be Weirdos is taking to the stage, for a live show! Along with a panel of stand-up comedians and academics, We Can Be Weirdos Live will be a night that combines comedy, PowerPoint, and cursed objects with freewheeling chat. It promises to be a night to ignite the suppressed bit of batsh*t in you. Come join the club, a…

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#45 Breaking Legs, Stealing Thunder: Omid Djalili and Eternity Attacks 1:03:17

6M ago1:03:17

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"The clouds rolled away, and a voice came into my head..." Omid Djalili is an award-winning British-Iranian comedian and actor. Not only acclaimed as one of Britain’s funniest stand-up comedians, but he has also featured in many major films. Omid has loads of dates scheduled for his new show, Namaste, starting in October and running to 2025. His la…

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The Rough Corner: Havana Syndrome, Exclusive New Nessie Footage, and a Growling Eel 40:44

6M ago40:44

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So-called 'Havana Syndrome' is mysterious illness reported by US officials in their Embassy in Cuba, and others around the world. Fresh developments have cast fresh doubt on the cause, as the mystery deepens. Dan Vergano, Senior Opinion Editor at Scientific American, has been following the story since day dot. Also, the mystery of the Terracotta Wa…

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