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Ever wondered what it’s like to be a national treasure? Or whether you can help yourself with self-help? If it’s possible to get rich quick without being a dick? Or how many close family members have to die before you get a dog? With the help of celebrity guests and experts, Cally will be getting to the stories you’ve never heard before - uncovering not your normal life lessons, but some big ones nonetheless. Cally Beaton knows a thing or two about self-help, having helped herself out of a b ...
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The Seven Wonders of the World catalogue the world's most spectacular natural wonders and man-made structures. But, if you could choose your own personal Seven Wonders of the World, what would they be? Join Clive Anderson as he sits down with a range of guests to explore exactly that. Nothing is off limits, from culinary delights to train journeys and world-famous performers, as each guest guides us through the why, the how and the when of their seven passions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com ...
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A spin-off of the award winning podcast Insane In The Men Brain. Jayde Adams thinks Rich Wilson needs to learn more about the other sex and what makes women so powerful! Produced by https://producerpaul.co.uk and subscribe to the original pod Insane In The Men Brain https://www.podfollow.com/menbrain now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why do we cry? How come love hurts? And what’s a happiness researcher doing talking about sadness, anyway? Helen Russell is a journalist and happiness researcher and How to be Sad is a new podcast based on her book of the same name - exploring why we get sad, what to do when we’re sad, and how we can all get happier by learning to be sad, better. Because let’s be honest – we are in unprecedented times. None of us are where we thought we’d be this time last year and we’re all struggling. We’r ...
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In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to Philippa Perry about Grayson’s Art Club, therapy, attachment styles, sex, love, marriage, blended families, significant others, parenting, dogs, cats and her agony aunt column for the Observer. Twitter: @Philippa_Perry Instagram: @kevinkittycat Philippa’s art Philippa’s books Cally’s Obse…
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Now that she's left Newsnight after a 30 year career, in this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to broadcaster and writer Kirsty Wark about Margaret Thatcher, Vivienne Westwood, the island of Arran, pregnancy, wild weeing, sleeper trains, snoring, fears, shopping, empty nest, menopause, novel writing, love language, cocktails, femal…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Miriam Margolyes about swearing, ageing, acting, education, family, luck, love, bodies, the election, Cambridge, cunnilingus and Charles Dickens. Miriam’s Edinburgh show Book ‘Oh Miriam’ More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram…
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In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Ali Woods about Dads, dogs, comedy sketches, jokes, creativity, mental health, social media, stoicism, hopes, dreams, reinvention and being ginger. Instagram: @aliwoodsgigs Tiktok: @aliwoodsgigs Ali’s gigs Ali’s Edinburgh show ‘At The Moment’ More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybe…
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In this episode, Cally talks to actor and comedian Anna Akana about Los Angeles, Margaret Cho, family, comedy, movies, stalkers, YouTubers, Hollywood auditions, falling down and standing up. Instagram: @annaakana Twitter: @annaakana YouTube: @annaakana TikTok: @annaakana More about Anna Anna’s Edinburgh show ‘It Gets Darker’ Samaritans Hub of hope …
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In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Ian Stone about writing, football, comedy, parents, the 70’s, David Baddiel, Matt Lucas, The Jam, India, hitchhiking, reinvention, love and life. Twitter: @iandstone Instagram: @ianstonecomedy Ian’s tour, book, podcast and more More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced b…
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In this episode Cally talks to entrepreneur and real-life Dragon Deborah Meaden about nature, animals, balance, business, boots, suits, bingo calling, Butlins, single mums, family businesses, Dragon’s Den, Desert Island Discs, Strictly, money, mistakes, ethical investments and the legendary elephant, Mountain Bull. Twitter: @DeborahMeaden Instagram…
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Today we welcome to the stage comedian Jamie D’Souza, who tells Clive all about the wonders Staines has to offer, from its’ primary school turned curry house to the local pub which has witnessed a rather heroic rescue mission. Elsewhere the pair discuss whether a proposal should come as a complete surprise, and Jamie reveals some of the pranks he g…
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In this classic episode from the NMF Archive, Cally talks to Reverend Richard Coles about piano playing, ageing, emoting, love, faith, desire, losing his long-term partner David, grief, private education, coming out, The Communards, sitting in the front of planes, Strictly, social mobility, addiction, and his beloved sausage dogs Pongo and Daisy. T…
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Have you ever wondered what the toilets of Kensington Palace are like? Well today’s guest Chris Stark has the inside scoop, and he believes they’re more wondrous than the Malia Strip! The radio presenter, DJ and podcaster also tells Clive about the time his German pen pal kicked a pigeon in Trafalgar Square, and reveals how his dead goldfish went o…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Toni Tone about heartbreak, reinvention, age, vulnerability, writing, spirituality, patriarchy, community, trolls, social media and lessons on love. Twitter: @t0nit0ne Instagram: @t0nit0ne More about Toni & her books More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Po…
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Would you ever consider bonobo apes to be a wonder of the world? Well, comedian and writer Cally Beaton certainly does, and on today’s show she tells Clive all about them! And no, she didn't choose them solely because of their slightly fruity behaviour... Cally also makes a strong case for bicycles, ice cream vans and Jeff, her wire-haired dachshun…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Hannah George and Taylor Glenn about crime, podcasting, psychotherapy, self-esteem, writing, detectives, Sandi Toksvig, improv, mortality, team work and babies. Instagram: @drunkwomensolvingcrime @taylorglenncomedy @hannahmarygeorge Drunk Women Solving Crime podcast Dunning Kruger effect: definition The Hidden Life o…
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In this episode Cally talks to Dr Benji Waterhouse about his book ‘You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here’, families, mental health, the NHS, comedy, psychiatry, relationships, privilege, inequality, hopelessness, hope and love. Twitter: @doctor_benji Instagram: @doctor_benjis His book ‘You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here’ If you need help try Sam…
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In this classic episode from the NMF Archvie, Cally talks to outdoor-trekking, cat-loving stand-up comedian Ed Byrne about: horticulture, home schooling, living under a flight path, pandemic-aged tour material, zookeeping, conspiracy theories, science, humanism, being angry, the great outdoors and his current tour. Twitter: @MrEdByrne Instagram: @m…
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In this episode Cally talks to Matt Forde about his cancer diagnosis, treatment, recovery, hope, rehabilitation, luck, comedy, friendship, politics, love and poo. Twitter: @mattforde Matt’s website Chordoma Foundation Donate to Matt’s hospital RNOH Macmillan Cancer Support Cancer Research UK More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter:…
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In this episode Cally talks to Viv Groskop about impostor syndrome, women in comedy, public speaking, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama, motherhood, misogyny, languages, Russian poisonings, redundancy, Ukraine and doing 100 gigs in 100 days. Twitter: @vivgroskop Instagram: @vivgroskop Viv’s New Book - One Ukrainian Summer How To Own The Room podcast …
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In this episode Cally talks to Alistair Brownlee about triathlons, travel, training, endurance, recovery, well-being, brothers, physiology, psychology, nature, nurture, nerves, pain and life-changing decisions. Twitter: @AliBrownleetri Instagram: @alistair.brownlee Alistair’s book, Relentless The Brownlee Foundation T100 Triathlon World Tour More a…
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In this episode Cally talks to Helen Lederer about comedy, television, shoplifting, vintage scarves, drama school, belonging, authenticity, anxiety, single parenting, Ben Elton, Billy Connolly, Big Brother and her memoir ‘Not That I’m Bitter’. Twitter: @helenlederer Instagram: @helenlederer Helen’s Memoir, Not That I’m Bitter Link to Helen's blog L…
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In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to broadcaster, writer and comedian Jon Holmes about sheds, stag weekends, fails, firings, fabrications, faxes, mix tapes, origin stories, analogue vs. digital, courage, adoption, rejection, adventures and mountain gorillas. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at htt…
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In this episode, Cally talks to award-winning American photographer Mary Berridge about autism, photography, books, sons, nature, nurture, Dungeons & Dragons, reality, fantasy, HIV, insiders, outsiders, languages, Emily Dickinson, equine therapy, anti vaxxers and her book ‘Visible Spectrum: Portraits from the World of Autism’. Instagram: @mary.berr…
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As it's World Down Syndrome Day, Cally talks to Sally Phillips about children, neurodiversity, special interests, football, bonobo apes, gender, advocacy, fame, resilience, freedom, Bridget Jones, Veep, fake weddings and vulnerability. Instagram: @sallysmack Twitter: @sallyephillips National Autistic Society BBC documentary A World Without Down’s S…
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To celebrate the publication of How to Raise a Viking and as a special thank you to listeners of the podcast we are delighted to share this exclusive extract from the audiobook. What do Vikings know about raising children? Turns out, quite a lot… After a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there, Helen Russell noticed that Nordic child…
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In this episode Cally talks to Dr Helen Fry about war, espionage, women in intelligence, secrets, revelations, Edith Cavell, Winston Churchill, interrogation, knitting, veterans, assassins’ pens, Sir David Jason, Cambridge spies and secret listeners. Twitter: @drhelenfry Instagram: @drhelenfry Helen’s books and contact More about Cally Instagram: @…
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In this episode Cally talks to Omid Djalili about comedy, conflict, censorship, free speech, hope, Sean Lock, spirituality, laughter, Whoopi Goldberg, Mamma Mia, Russell Crowe, Freddie Mercury, controversy, world peace and his new tour show Namaste! Twitter: @omid9 Instagram: @omiddjalili Omid’s Tour Omid on Live at the Apollo The Four Agreements b…
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In this episode Cally talks to Joe Wilkinson and David Earl about starting out, auditions, Ricky Gervais, zoos, Devon, BAFTAs, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, faulty WiFi, squeaky chairs, taking risks, turning 50, compliments, marathon running, jokes and Valentine’s Day. CHATABIX podcast and on YouTube Twitter account Instagram account Chatabix Valenti…
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In this episode Cally talks to Bryony Gordon about control, addiction, recovery, deadlines, OCD, books, mental health, Prince Harry, binge eating, marathon running, womanhood, Quavers and cocaine. Instagram: @bryonygordon Bryony’s books Mad World Podcast with Prince Harry Hoovering podcast with Jess Fostekew More about Cally Instagram: @callybeaton…
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In this episode Cally talks to Bobby Mair about adoption, borderline personality disorder, parenting, babies, addiction, ADHD, being attacked on stage, comedy, mental health, savants, Doug Stanhope, Bill Burr and Jerry Sadowitz. Twitter: @BobbyMair Instagram: @bobbymaircomedian Bobby’s sparse website More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian…
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In this episode Cally talks to Edith Bowman about films, dreams, imposter syndrome, loneliness, MTV, the moon, manifestations, fame, radio, finding your voice, knock-backs, soundtracks, Clooney, Spielberg, Sorcese and Mariah Carey. Twitter: @edibow Instagram: @edibow Edith’s Soundtracking podcast More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twi…
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In this episode Cally talks to Charlie Higson about: James Bond, The Fast Show, hustles, university, Paul Whitehouse, Harry Enfield, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, punk, Thatcher, creativity, Dad’s Army, sons, brothers and writing. Twitter: @monstroso Instagram: @higsonmonstroso An Evening With The Fast Show 2024 live dates: Charlie's books and more Mor…
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In this episode Cally talks to Jason Byrne about: divorce, vasectomies, skydiving, comedy, collapsed lungs, colonoscopies, morphine, heroin, Jim’ll Fix It, glow ups, glasses, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Dads, gene pools, failed auditions and name dropping. Twitter: @thejasonbyrne Instagram: @thejasonbyrne Jason’s website More about Cally Instagram: @call…
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In this episode Cally talks to Robin Ince about: Infinite Monkey Cage, Cosmic Shambles, books, autism, Dads, counter culture, failure, perfectionism, anxiety, therapy, money, freedom, synchronicity, science, comedy and happiness. Twitter: @robinince Instagram: @robinince1969 Robin’s website I’m a Joke and So Are You book When The Body Says No book …
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Despite promising a new episode this week, Producer Mike jumps in to explain (rather lamely) why Series 6 will start next week and takes the opportunity to shamelessly plug the back catalogue. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/shows/entertainment/namaste - that way you’ll never miss a show! More about …
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To round out 2023 Namaste Motherfuckers brings you the Top Ten of Life Advice as given by just some of our guests this year including Deborah Meaddon, Kirsty Wark, Al Murray, Richard Herring and more. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/shows/entertainment/namaste - that way you’ll never miss a show! Mor…
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All Christmas classics become a franchise and so this episode is our third annual Christmas Cracker. Despite it being a question that most guests moan about, and worryingly, most comedians try to cop out with 'I'm not good at telling jokes,' Cally persevered with it in 2023 and here are just some of our favourites including guests like Deborah Mead…
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To whet your appetite for our third annual Christmas Cracker, we re-gift 2022's show featuring jokes from Shaun Keaveny, the QI Elves, Zoe Lyons, Angela Barnes, and more! More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Twitter: @podpeopleuk Instagram: @podpeopleuk Music by Ja…
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In this episode Cally talks to Countdown Dictionary Corner's Susie Dent about etymology, phrases, feelings, love, writing, happiness, Japanese, French, hygge, memory, Maths, fame, Finland and her Twitter Words of the Day. Twitter @susie_dent Instagram: @susiedent Roots of Happiness book The Secret Lives of Words Tour Something Rhymes with Purple po…
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In this episode Cally talks to Rachel Parris about The Mash Report, deadlines, music, love, improvisation, blended families, satire, feminism, reinvention, Jane Austen, Dungeons & Dragons, teaching, dreams & having your name in lights. King’s Place celebrity Piano Concert in aid of Crisis UK, 3rd December 2023: Rachel's Instagram: @rachelsvparris a…
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In this episode Cally talks to comedian and best-selling author Ian Moore about France, writing, belonging, comedy, commuting, anger, customer service, Chinese pandas, mods, chutney, mental health, physical health and dogs. Twitter @IanMooreAuthor Instagram: @ianmooreauthor Ian's books and more Rethink Mental Illness Shout Samaritans Hub of hope My…
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In this episode Cally talks to Richard Herring about snooker, stand-up, Stewart Lee, podcasting, procrastination, cancer, blogging, yoghurt, writer’s block, talking cock, fame, little Britain and Alan Partridge. Twitter: @Herring1967 Instagram: @rkherring1967 RHLSTP Podcast Tour RHLSTP Podcast Richard's book More about Cally Instagram: @callybeaton…
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In this episode Cally talks to comedian Markus Birdman about having two strokes, losing half his sight, going to art college, getting into stand-up, Britain’s Got Talent, onstage, online, social media, vulnerability, Christianity, and doing acid. Twitter: @markusbirdman Instagram: @markusbirdman More about Markus World Stroke Organisation Act FAST …
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In this classic episode from the archive, Cally talks to presenter and podcaster Shaun Keaveny about BBC 6 Music, peaking late, turning 50, the north, the south, night shifts, Attention Deficit Disorder, drink, freelancing, crowdfunding, having kids and podcasting. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/sho…
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Today, Matt Goldich joins Clive for what is Matt’s first ever on-stage show in the UK. The comedian tells Clive all about his career writing for some of America’s biggest talk shows and how his first day working with David Letterman didn’t quite go as he expected. Plus, he falls out with Clive about whether nectarines are better than peaches. Maybe…
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In this classic from the NMF archive, Cally talks to comedian and actor Kerry Godliman about kids, adults, menopause, Davina, HRT, tribes, comedy, acting, America, storytelling, writing, performing, yoga, mindfulness, hypnobirthing, Pilates, radical self-compassion, India, Generation X, wimples and farting in front of Colin Firth. Follow Kerry on T…
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Today’s episode is one of many firsts. Clive is joined on stage by the comedian and radio presenter Glenn Moore who explains why the first dvd he watched and the first roller coaster he wanted to go on are wonders of the world. We also discover that Glenn is the first person to have almost auditioned to play Harry Potter to appear on the show. Spoi…
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In this episode Cally talks to Freddy McConnell about giving birth as a transgender man, communal living, activism, masculinity, the gender recognition act, homesickness, travel, parenting, stereotypes and neurodiversity. Twitter: @freddymcconnell Instagram: @freddy.mcconnell Freddy’s website Watch Transnational Watch Seahorse documentary NMF live …
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Today's guest has a degree in computer science. However, in their words "technology is the worst thing in the world". It's the comedian Olga Koch. With technology ruled out, Olga's wonders are instead a love letter to the Edinburgh Fringe. She joins Clive on stage to discuss her seven favourite things from Edinburgh, including... A toilet. This epi…
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To say 'Get Well Soon, Mark' to our friend, Mark Steel, who recently announced he's undergoing treatment for throat cancer, we bring you this classic from the NMF Archive. In this episode Cally talks to Mark Steel about comedy, podcasting, music, kids, nostalgia, south London, showbiz scandals, drugs, Dictionary Corner, Jim’ll fix it & the story of…
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Would you ever undergo an experiment which temporarily prevents your ability to talk? Well, comedian, actor and The Infinite Monkey Cage presenter Robin Ince has, and he tells Clive all about it on today's show. Robin also makes a very passionate defence of the importance of libraries. However, despite a wide range of intellectual selections, Clive…
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In this episode Cally talks to actor, comedian and star of ‘Mum videos’ about hair, no hair, wigs, Mums, going viral, algorithms, Little Britain, Vanessa Feltz, people watching, sitcoms, psychics, perfectionism, triumphs and trolls. Instagram: @RichardFranksComedy Tik Tok: @Richard FranksComedy Richard’s Work In Progress at the Frog & Bucket: Two p…
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