Best George Beaton Podcasts (2024)

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That’s Entertainment with guest Ian Stone 1:11:51

12h ago1:11:51

1:11:51

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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Return of Investment: Deborah Meadon from Series Three 1:05:33

8d ago1:05:33

1:05:33

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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The Prodigal Dog Returns: Richard Coles from Series Three 1:10:19

15d ago1:10:19

1:10:19

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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The Data Mix - S2 Ep2 - Luke Beckley 59:56

20d ago59:56

59:56

Season 2 Episode 2 Replay (YouTube) Brian Booden (LinkedIn) George Beaton (LinkedIn) And just like that, we are back with another exciting installment of #thedatamix! ⭐ For Season 2 Episode 2 of "The Data Mix," we are very lucky to have Head of Privacy & Data Governance @ Correla, Luke Beckley! We have so much to talk to Luke about! - Luke has a ba…

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Lessons on Love with guest Toni Tone 59:51

22d ago59:51

59:51

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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Watching the Detectives with guests Drunk Women Solving Crime hosts: Hannah George and Taylor Glenn 1:07:59

29d ago1:07:59

1:07:59

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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You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here with guest Dr Benji Waterhouse 1:00:18

1M ago1:00:18

1:00:18

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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Walk It Back: Ed Byrne from Series One 1:04:23

1M ago1:04:23

1:04:23

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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The Data Mix - S2 Ep1 - Myles Suer 48:28

2M ago48:28

48:28

Season 2 Episode 1 Replay (YouTube) Brian Booden (LinkedIn) George Beaton (LinkedIn) And just like that (well, almost!), we are back with another exciting season and installment of #thedatamix! ⭐ For Season 2 Episode 1 of "The Data Mix," we are very lucky to have Privacera Product Director, Myles Suer! We have so much to talk to Myles about! Myles …

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Stoma Bags, Starmer, Good Karma with guest Matt Forde 1:08:11

2M ago1:08:11

1:08:11

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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Happy High Status with Viv Groskop 1:10:14

2M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

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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Secrets of the Sporting Elite with Alistair Brownlee 1:03:03

2M ago1:03:03

1:03:03

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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Still Crazy After All These Years with Helen Lederer 1:05:03

2M ago1:05:03

1:05:03

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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Rewind: Jon Holmes from Series Two 1:12:50

3M ago1:12:50

1:12:50

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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Reshoot: Mary Berridge from Series One 1:09:33

3M ago1:09:33

1:09:33

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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Worth Saying Again: Sally Phillips from Series Three 1:11:04

3M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

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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World War Women: Invisible No More with guest Dr Helen Fry 1:04:13

3M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

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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Namaste Motherf**ker with Omid Djalili 1:03:28

4M ago1:03:28

1:03:28

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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Chatabollox with guests Joe Wilkinson and David Earl 1:10:17

4M ago1:10:17

1:10:17

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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Mad Woman with Bryony Gordon 1:02:35

4M ago1:02:35

1:02:35

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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Man on a Chickenwire with guest Bobby Mair 1:09:52

4M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

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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I Want My MTV with guest Edith Bowman 1:08:04

4M ago1:08:04

1:08:04

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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The Name's Higson, Charlie Higson with guest Charlie Higson 1:16:03

5M ago1:16:03

1:16:03

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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Byrne Baby Byrne with guest Jason Byrne 1:12:47

5M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

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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Humour and Humanity with Robin Ince 1:21:39

5M ago1:21:39

1:21:39

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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Just One More Week! 2:04

5M ago2:04

2:04

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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Cally's Life Advice 2 18:38

6M ago18:38

18:38

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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Cally's Christmas Cracker 3 41:43

6M ago41:43

41:43

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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Regifting: Cally's Christmas Cracker from 2022 44:44

6M ago44:44

44:44

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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Embrace the Geek with guest Susie Dent 1:05:59

7M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

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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Mash Up with guest Rachel Parris 1:02:41

7M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

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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An Englishman Abroad with guest Ian Moore 1:04:40

7M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

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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WTNMFRH (Welcome To Namaste Motherf**kers Richard Herring) with guest Richard Herring 1:12:20

7M ago1:12:20

1:12:20

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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Stroke of Genius with guest Markus Birdman 1:00:55

8M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

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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Same Again? Shaun Keaveny from Series 2 1:14:49

8M ago1:14:49

1:14:49

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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OMG: Kerry Godliman from Series 1 1:04:39

8M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

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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Seahorse Dad with guest Freddy McConnell 1:12:28

8M ago1:12:28

1:12:28

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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The Data Mix - Episode 15 - Mike Capone 58:22

8M ago58:22

58:22

Episode 15 Replay (YouTube) Brian Booden (LinkedIn) George Beaton (LinkedIn) And just like that (well, almost!), we are back with another exciting installment of #thedatamix! ⭐ For Episode 15 of "The Data Mix," we are very lucky to have Qlik CEO Mike Capone! We have so much to talk to Make about, including: 🎙️ Mike discusses his early career in tec…

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Man of Steel: Mark Steel from Series 4 1:12:56

8M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

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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Tracy is Going to be Livid with guest Richard Franks 1:07:52

9M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

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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A Sailor Went to Sea Sea Sea with guest Tracy Edwards MBE 1:12:30

9M ago1:12:30

1:12:30

In this episode Cally talks to Tracy Edwards about sailing, sexism, survival, seasickness, bad cooking, falling down, standing up, rebellion, education, Whoopi Goldberg and challenging the status quo. Twitter: @TracyEdwardsMBE Instagram: @tracyedwardsmbe The Maiden Factor website or Instagram or Twitter or Facebook Watch Maiden on Apple TV Greenpea…

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Happy Hour with guest Al Murray 1:05:41

9M ago1:05:41

1:05:41

In this episode Cally talks to Al Murray about drums, kids, vasectomies, Brexit, the pub landlord, boarding school, artificial intelligence, Harry Hill and the Second World War. Twitter: @almurray Instagram: @thealmurray Al’s books/tour/stuff Crown Jewels What’s that Lady Doing by Lou Sanders The largest drum kit in the world More about Cally Insta…

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Make Love Not War with guest Professor Matthew Williams 1:12:47

9M ago1:12:47

1:12:47

In this episode Cally talks to one of the world's leading criminologists - Professor Matt Williams - about hate, prejudice, hope, reinvention, homophobia, shame, empathy, radicalisation, rehabilitation, AI, trolls, Trump, Andrew Tate and the Mo Salah Liverpool football club effect. Twitter: @MattLWilliams Matt’s Book – The Science of Hate HateLab M…

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The Stranger on the Bridge with guests Jonny Benjamin and Neil Laybourn 1:09:51

10M ago1:09:51

1:09:51

In this episode Cally talks to strangers on the bridge, Jonny Benjamin and Neil Laybourn, about the January morning in 2008 when Jonny, then 20, stood on Waterloo Bridge, about to jump when a stranger, Neil, saw his distress & stopped to talk with him – a decision that saved his life. There is talk of suicide and suicide prevention during this epis…

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To Baldly Go...Back: Zoe Lyons from Series 3 1:04:40

10M ago1:04:40

1:04:40

In this classic episode from the archive, Cally talks to comedian and presenter Zoe Lyons about alopecia, running, mindfulness, menopause, childhood, going grey, anxiety, TV formats, paddle boarding, diving, survival and wild-pooing. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://auddy.co/shows/entertainment/namaste - that …

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Psycho Filler: Kevin Dutton from Series 3 1:35:03

10M ago1:35:03

1:35:03

In this All Killer No Filler episode from the archive, Cally talks to Research Psychologist and best-selling author Dr Kevin Dutton about survival, serial killers, lawbreakers, dealmakers, nature, nurture, fight, flight, psychopaths, sociopaths, narcissists & Donald Trump. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at https://audd…

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An Oldie But A Goodie: Louisa Young from Series 1 1:00:31

10M ago1:00:31

1:00:31

In another classic from the NMF Archive, Cally talks to British novelist, songwriter, and journalist Louisa Young about addiction, alcoholism, rehab, love, life, food, books, writing, music, creativity, mothers, daughters and her memoir: ‘You Left Early’. TWITTER: @rileypurefoy INSTAGRAM: @louisalouisayoung Louisa's memoir You Left Early And novel …

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Summer Kindness: Danny Wallace from Series 1 1:00:02

11M ago1:00:02

1:00:02

In this classic from the archive, Cally talks to filmmaker, comedian, and writer, Danny Wallace, about: losing one’s hair, losing one’s parent, kindness, saying yes, men’s bodies, awkward moments, techniques for trolls, the mighty Boosch, and homeschooling during a pandemic. Instagram: @dannywallace Twitter: @dannywallace Books Assembly The 7 Habit…

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Ginger Alert! Angela Barnes from Series 2 1:05:12

11M ago1:05:12

1:05:12

In this classic from the Namaste Motherfucking Archive to kick off our summer break, Cally talks to comedian Angela Barnes about marriage, name changes, coughing, more coughing, first dates, looks, starting out, Dads, comedy, depression, belonging, role models, winning, losing, The Young One’s, Phil Jerrod, dogs and her recent ADHD diagnosis. Twitt…

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Family-Friendly Funny F**ker with guest Paul Chowdhry 59:52

11M ago59:52

59:52

In this episode Cally talks to comedian Paul Chowdhry about starting out, working out, selling out, class, dogs, joke theft, Lenny Kravitz, Philip Schofield, being an extra, getting recognised, algorithms, money, ambition and AI. Twitter: @paulchowdhry Instagram: @paulchowdhry Paul’s website & tour tickets for Family-Friendly Comedian Paul Chowdhry…

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