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IM1 - The satirical look behind the scenes at Manx Radio.
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Buckle up for a hilarious and relatable ride with James and Clair Buckley, the one-of-a-kind duo in their podcast, The Buckleys. This weekly show offers a refreshing mix of humour, everyday life, and a healthy dose of absurdity. Join James and Clair as they share their latest gripes, unique perspectives, and hilarious observations on life. They'll also provide reassuringly funny – but not always sensible – advice to listeners on a whole host of topics.
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Join Emily Maitlis and Jon Sopel in a weekly podcast that unpicks everything you need to know about the world of US politics - all of it delivered with Emily and Jon’s astute analysis, world-class insight and wry sense of humour. Episodes are available every Tuesday/Wednesday. You can visit our website here https://www.thenewsagents.co.uk/ The News Agents USA is a Global Player Original podcast and production. For advertising opportunities on this podcast email: [email protected]
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The World War II podcast with comedian Al Murray and historian James Holland. We Have Ways of Making You Talk dives deep into WWII history, exploring key battles, forgotten front lines, and incredible untold stories. Whether you're fascinated by the Battle of Britain, the D-Day landings, or the Eastern Front, this show offers a rich, detailed look at the war that shaped the modern world. Al and James bring a unique blend of expert knowledge and humour, discussing everything from the Third Re ...
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The world’s biggest stars join Romesh for candid conversations and loads of laughs. Every Monday, Romesh Ranganathan meets actors, musicians, comedians and icons who share stories you won’t hear anywhere else, combining humour, heart and genuine insight. Expect backstage anecdotes, untold tales from the spotlight, and extraordinary insight into what makes them tick. On Thursdays, Rom’s mum Shanthi joins the show to share family stories, answer audience questions, and offer her no-nonsense ta ...
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The Naked Scientists flagship science show brings you a lighthearted look at the latest scientific breakthroughs, interviews with the world's top scientists, answers to your science questions and science experiments to try at home.
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Mark R. Healy (The Strata, The Road of Shadows) returns with an exciting new audio drama. Bloodrock Springs is an engrossing thrill-ride for the listener, full of mystery, horror, suspense and a good dash of Aussie humour as well. After an ominous cloud of dust surrounds a small outback town, the group of residents who are trapped within soon realise that they are not alone. Together they must find a way to solve the mystery before they too become victims of the strange forces that surround ...
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World-renowned journalist Christiane Amanpour and ex-husband Jamie Rubin, a former US State Department official, unpack today’s defining global crises. Drawing on decades of insider experience in global affairs, reporting from conflict zones, and grilling world leaders, they explain how we ended up where we are – and where we might be going. Forget about a new world order – right now, there’s no world order. From Trump and Putin to the war in Ukraine, China’s global rise, and chaos in the Mi ...
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Dildo Dilemma, Humour in the Face of Trauma podcast is about using humour, stories, and the analogies of boxing to bring awareness, advocacy, and action taking to help end violence against women in Newfoundland, North America and worldwide.
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Neal O’Carroll spins hilarious offbeat humour monologues fueled by untethered imagination, generic energy drinks and a uniquely absurd twist on Irish wit and dry humour in a completely improvised stream of consciousness one man comedy cast.
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Welcome to The Daily T: The Telegraph’s straight-talking, free-thinking podcast. Join Associate Editor Camilla Tominey and Telegraph columnist Tim Stanley as they unpack the day’s biggest stories with their typical candour and humour. Listen to intelligent debate on UK politics, culture and foreign affairs. Plus, don’t miss exclusive interviews with influential figures and expert guests, from Nigel Farage and Kemi Badenoch to Prince Andrew’s biographer. Get an insider’s view of the stories s ...
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TechStuff is getting a system update. Everything you love about Tech Stuff now twice the bandwidth with new hosts, Oz Woloshyn (Sleepwalkers) and Karah Preiss (Sleepwalkers). Oz and Karah bring humour and wit to the table as they break down what's happening in tech...and what it says about us. TechStuff is the podcast where technology meets culture. We speak to the folks building the future to understand what tomorrow will look like and how our technology is changing us: how we live, how we ...
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Broadcaster Andrew Cotter and fan favourite Tour player Eddie Pepperell are joined by Iain Carter, to bring you meandering conversation about the world of golf and the world in general. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Welcome to The Good, The Bad & The Football – the new show from Manchester United legends Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt and comedic superfan Paddy McGuinness. Every week, they dive into the conversations fans are really having - on WhatsApp groups, building sites and in barbershops across the country - served up with the humour and honesty only real Northern lads can deliver. Across the season, they’ll be joined by some of football’s biggest names, sharing stories, debates and behind-the-scene ...
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Lives Less Ordinary is a podcast from the BBC World Service that brings you the most incredible true stories from around the world. Step into someone else’s life and expect the unexpected. Each episode a guest shares their most dramatic, moving, personal story. Listen for unbelievable twists, mysteries uncovered, and inspiring journeys - spanning the entire human experience. Our guests come from every corner of the globe: from Burundi to Beverly Hills, New Zealand to North Korea, Rajasthan t ...
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HAUNTED: The Audio Drama tells the story of reclusive alcoholic writer James Hunter, bubbly enthusiastic podcaster Abigail Corbin and police officer Dan Cowell as they investigate strange and seemingly unexplainable phenomenon. Told in a classic serial format with episodes raging from suspenseful thrillers, to spine tingling horrors to laugh-out-loud comedies, HAUNTED: The Audio Drama is a horror adventure series that feels like Doctor Who crossed with The X Files. Season 3 currently releasi ...
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Shift Run Stop is a free comedy podcast full to the brim with games, geeks and special guests.
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Becoming Lucy is real life stories with real people where real change happens. It's where healing meets humour, and where Lucy and Hana turn life's chaos into connection.
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The Rugby Pod with Big Jim Hamilton, Andy Goode, Dan Biggar, Producer Rob and weekly guests is the most listened to Rugby podcast in the world. We cover all the latest news, rumours insight and stories, but with plenty of humour, opinions and the best interviews from the game, including current and former internationals. Follow us on social media and send us in your questions to chat through each week.
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By women. For women. About everything. Standard Issue is a podcast championing women's voices, and packed with interviews, news, film, opinion and humour. For advertising enquiries, email [email protected]
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From Grief and Mental health conversations to new hot topics! Warning: Some dark humour may occur
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Join Jeff Lucas as he uses his own unique brand of humour and storytelling to help us understand God's truth, whatever life throws at us.
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🎙️ Mind Cake is a candid, mildly chaotic dive into mental health and messy modern life — served with humour, heart and the perfect amount of sarcasm. Hosted by Lee Crompton and Paul Beeson, each episode features raw stories, expert insights and strange-but-true tangents — from burnout and grief to bee therapy, psychedelics, AI ghosts, and the occasional séance. With guests spanning comedians, coaches, sceptics, psychics and everyone in between, this is self-help that doesn’t take itself too ...
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A NSFW, detailed and funny long-form podcast about The Cold War.
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Famous poisoners, vicious Victorians and curious cocktails. Join hosts Nick and Sinead every Friday as they investigate history's greatest poisoners and ridiculous crimes on this comedic true crime show, while quaffing a cocktail inspired by the tale that they tell. Remember, your loved ones ARE trying to kill you... Join the chilling chat on TikTok @thepoisonerscabinet, and find us on Patreon (patreon.com/thepoisonerscabinet) for even more episodes. Written, produced and presented by Sinead ...
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Some moments change you. Some experiences turn you into a smarter, or more thoughtful, or tougher person. They build your resilience, your sense of humour and your empathy too. In Experience is Everything – the new podcast from Saga – award-winning Radio 4 broadcaster Jenni Murray talks to household names to find out what they’ve learned over their extraordinary lifetimes. In enthralling conversations with actors, comedians, athletes, musicians and celebrities we’ll discover the most surpris ...
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In Help I Sexted My Boss, manners meets mayhem! Two wildly different worlds collide as William Hanson and Jordan North take on the hilarious challenges of modern life. Expect laugh-out-loud stories, brutally honest moments, and a friendship that’s as unlikely as it is unfiltered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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What happens when life puts obstacles in your way that you just have to tackle? Turns out three Rugby League icons might be able to help. Making it in elite sport, staring down the competition, overcoming challenges in the game and in life after rugby, Adrian Morley, Shaun Lunt, and Barrie McDermott know what it takes to keep moving forward. From the highs of big wins to the tough calls of retirement, Changing Rooms is about what happens when the final whistle blows — and how lessons from Ru ...
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Interactive roundtable discussions on pro wrestling, featuring Monday Night War timelines, the SCG Trials, current events analysis and random topics, a melting pot of opinion, wisdom and humour~!
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This is a postscript to the long running cult Las Vegas podcast This Ain’t Iowa. Brian Mollica has to deal with a rotating cast of cohosts. Who will return, Fobes, Patch, Aussie Tony(spoiler alert, sfyl) or even the original host, the man, the myth, the legend Tommy Dutch?
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Hi all. 👋 We’re a father-and-son podcast duo, diving into random subjects from everyday life with a bit of humour and heart. ❤️ Plus occasional guests. 😊
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This is PoliticsJOE's podcast - the only explicitly anti-nonce podcast in the UK. Reporting on British politics with a sense of humour, the podcast is a recorded version of the conversations we have after work. So pull up a stool, pour yourself a cold one, and laugh through the misery alongside us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Beer chat from a real ale pub in Somerset.
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Join Cathy and Wayne as they chat about the pro's (and the con's) of technical outdoor clothing and equipment.Outdoor Gear Chat takes a lighthearted peek inside the wonderful world of fabrics, garments, footwear and equipment helping you to understand some of the science behind how to stay dry, how to stay comfortable and how to choose the best outdoor kit for you.
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90 Day Fiancé: Honestly delivers unfiltered, no-nonsense commentary and laughs on your favourite reality tv shows. But wait, there's more! We provide zero tangents and no ads! As an added bonus, you'll receive insight into the drama with humour, wit, and a commitment to keeping it real. Join Amy and Bea as we unravel questionable life choices and spill the tea, honestly!
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Five-minute reports on the key events in Parliament presented with insight and humour by BBC correspondents.
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Come join our squad! Kristi and Katie share true crime stories, teach you about the legal system, and give you practical ways to help, all with a wicked sense of humor!
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Glasgow & Barcelona based podcast, hosted by Sean McDonald. Sean interviews people from various segments of society, discussing serious topics with Scottish humour. From life stories, to social commentary and discussion on current topics, modern culture and more. Contact at [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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3PAAC discusses issues ranging from the basics of grounding and shielding to sexuality in paganism, attempting to bring both good humour and enthusiastically amateur research to every topic that occurs to them.
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Iconic duo Jase and Lauren's unique blend of lighthearted humour and unbeatable chemistry will put a smile on your face and a skip in your step.
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The lighter side of landscaping. Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland, chat about horticulture served with a hearty helping of humour. With over 70 years of design and installation experience the McFarland boys dig into topics in a way you've rarely heard. Packed full of guests that represent various corners of the industry, The Growing Season is smile worthy.The Growing Season: No politics or pulpits, just plants and muddy workboots.
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Exploring those magic moments where art and activism meet. With warmth, passion and humour, Natalie and Henry discuss theatre, music, poetry and dance with amazing guests. Listen if you love community arts, climate justice, DIY ethics and anti-fascism. Plus banging tunes.
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A modern fable of sex, betrayal, and a tobacco that tastes like a lady.
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Tech news, discussion and banter with a healthy dose of dry British humour.
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Girls Gone WoW keeps the Warcraft community in the know from a fresh perspective. Join #teampositive and their plethora of guests from the community each and every week!
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The Only Scott podcast is a podcast created and hosted by Scott McDonald-Bull. Scott is based out of Auckland New Zealand and regularly uploads podcasts with guests discussing their passions and pursuits. New episodes every second Tuesday.
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Sharing candid talks, expertise and fun with embodied leaders and influencers from around the globe. Aimed at improving mental health and life purpose for men. Expect practical tips, adult language and some immature humour.
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Lighter Than You Started is a daily podcast offering gentle reflections on the news, the noise, and the small human moments that shape our days. With wry humour and quiet honesty, it’s not about fixing you, just about ending each day feeling a little lighter than when it began.
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The Court Jester is a storytelling podcast that dives into the sauciest, funniest, and most outrageous stories of the Middle Ages. Hosted by medievalist and humour scholar Kleio Pethainou, each episode brings you a real tale from medieval literature—fabliaux, fables, legends, and more—featuring scandal, fart jokes, sex, tricksters, and chaotic peasant drama. Think rude jokes, wild mishaps and the messiest love triangles you’ve never heard of (but absolutely should). ⚔️ Based on real medieval ...
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A weekly podcast where Tommy Boyd, Duncan Barkes and Hayley Hayes unpack (sometimes) hilarious, ridiculous, and surprising memories—one story at a time. Filled with laughs, nostalgia, and great conversation, Rambling Retro Rambles offers a light-hearted trip down memory lane - or cycle lane - for anyone who loves to revisit the past with humour and heart.
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Holiday Reflections: Navigating Mental Health During Christmas | S1 EP 5
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Ever wondered what Christmas traditions and mental health have in common? Well, Lee and Paul are here to unwrap the conversation! In this festive episode, they dive into the real talk about Christmas, the pressure of New Year's resolutions, and... a surprise cameo from Officer Crabtree?! 🤔 🎙️ Expect laughter, mental health insights, and a bit of ho…
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Dildo Dilemma Weekly Podcast | Sex Work and Violence Against Women
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In today's podcast my special guest, Michelle Keep talks about her time in sex work. Which includes the talk about feminism, safety, policies, procedures, and respect with boundaries. You can read her article to educate yourself on the topic in Canada, and the United States. https://theindependent.ca/uncategorized/capitalism-feminism-and-sex-work/ …
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In Reform’s first press conference of the year, Nigel Farage revealed that “vigilante mum” and Reform councillor Laila Cunningham will be the party’s candidate for the London mayoral elections in 2028. Camilla and Tim reflect on whether Cunningham’s candicacy leaves Sadiq Khan vulnerable at the next election, and also ask Farage about Reform’s rece…
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Boots on the ground in Ukraine? PMQs reaction
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Today we're back to the grindstone reacting to another Wednesday in the House of Commons, where today Keir Starmer batted down questions of foreign policy from the leader of the opposition. Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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The Story: Can Tech Make Me A Better Person?
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What’s your New Year’s Resolution? We want to help you keep it. The Verge’s senior tech reviewer, Victoria Song, joins the pod to tell us what tech can help you develop better habits, which wearable is worth buying, and why a new mattress could change your whole sleep game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…
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Get in touch! Ever wondered how one of the hardest climbers in the UK chooses his rock boots? Cathy & Wayne catch up with Scarpa Athlete, professional climber, coach, You Tuber and Speaker Robbie Phillips delving into key rock boot fitting tips for all types of climbing. Through his career, Robbie has moved from comp climbing for Team GB through al…
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Well, you'll see. It's the first show of the show of the year and BMo does a reset. He's talking holidays, sexy robes, rival schools, porn trends and some year end comedy reviews.By Brian Mollica & friends
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Why 2026 could be Trump's most volatile year yet
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The plan to taken down Venezuelan leader, Nicolas Maduro, was months in the making. And yet, when it did finally happen, it not only took Caracas by surprise but even Washington was stunned by the speed of the incursion. What does the operation in Venezuela tell us about how Trump might be planning to take over other territories? Why has he got his…
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Most of our days are shaped by systems we didn’t design and rarely think about, until we feel worn down by them. In this episode, Keith reflects on what it feels like to be human inside modern systems: work, healthcare, bureaucracy, and the quiet exhaustion that comes from navigating processes that weren’t built with full humanity in mind. This isn…
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MPs question Police over ban on Israeli football fansBy BBC Radio 4
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Our weekly look at a film from the past is back for the New Year like a boulder about to smash into your swimming pool, as we watch Jonathan Glazer's debut: a one-last-job tale with a gangster who won't take no for an answer. No matter how many times he hears it. But does Sexy Beast still pass muster? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megapho…
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Adrian Gonazalez Trial (Robb Elementary)-Opening Statements
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Opening statements begin in the trial of former school police officer Adrian Gonzales, charged over his actions during the Robb Elementary shooting in Uvalde. Prosecutors argue his inaction endangered children; the defense says hesitation under chaos is not a crime. We break down what the jury must decide — and why this case could redefine responsi…
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Manon and Anthony move to their new home in the countryside. Chloe and Jonathan talk about marriage and chores, and Chloe gets a nasty surprise. Sumit and Jenny discuss how to move forward after Sahdna’s outburst. Madelein and Luke’s dad finish their pre-wedding conversation. Dylan takes Pattiya to an idyllic location for a romantic moment. Watch…
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Listen live on the Nova Player. Follow us on Facebook Instagram & TikTok See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Nova Podcasts
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Not content with having surrendered British fishing rights in an extraordinary “reset deal” with the EU last year, Keir Starmer is preparing to move Britain even closer to Brussels in 2026. The Prime Minister is drawing up a new bill allowing for closer alignment with Europe's single market. Camilla and Tim are joined by Sunday Telegraph editor All…
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Happy New Year. Seán and Laura return to discuss 2026's blistering start, from US strikes in Venezuela and the capture of President Maduro to X's Grok and its use to create explicit images of women and children. Subscribe to How to Rebuild Britain now: https://linktr.ee/howtorebuildbritain Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information…
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Episode 6 - The Moment That Didn’t Announce Itself
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Some moments don’t arrive with significance attached. They don’t demand attention or announce themselves as important, they simply happen, quietly, while life carries on. In this episode of Lighter Than You Started, Keith shares a small, ordinary moment that stayed with him longer than expected. Not because it changed anything, but because it softe…
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Ectopic Pregnancy: One in 90…. Twice. Grief & Healing
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Ectopic pregnancy is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition — yet it remains widely misunderstood, under-discussed, and often misdiagnosed. In this episode of Becoming Lucy, Hana and Lucy are joined by guest Danielle, who bravely shares her experience of navigating two ectopic pregnancies, the emotional toll of pregnancy loss, and the…
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Help My Autocorrect Is X-RATED | And Jordan’s CREEPY Present
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The boys are back and fully refreshed after their festive break! William has started a new diary, and Jordan has received a new present that has everyone feeling a bit creeped out. They also tackle your dilemmas involving throwing parties for family members you don’t like, and what to do when your phone autocorrects your sick note in a sexual way. …
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#16 New Year Reckoning, Festive Box Office Rugby, and 2026 Predictions
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The Rugby Pod is back for 2026 and the lads kick off the new year by rounding up a huge festive period of rugby before looking ahead to what promises to be a blockbuster year. Jim, Goodey and Bigs dig into the Premiership at the halfway mark, picking their biggest surprises so far, before a deep dive on England’s wing options as Immanuel Feyi-Wabos…
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Titans of Science: Ed Wild & Sarah Tabrizi
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In this episode, we hear from not one, but two Titans of Science, together. And that's because Ed Wild and Sarah Tabrizi are neuroscientists, neurologists and long-time collaborators both based at University College London. They've devoted much of their careers to understanding Huntington's Disease. Chris Smith went to visit them in London... Like …
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The Foreign Secretary faces questions over US action in VenezuelaBy BBC Radio 4
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Elleshia Anne Seymour, David James Zimbrick, Adrian Gonzalez
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West Jordan mom Elleshia Anne Seymour is suspected of taking her children out of the country, charged with custodial interference, citing doomsday concerns. https://www.eastidahonews.com/2026/01/father-desperate-for-answers-after-ex-wife-flees-with-kids-following-apocalyptic-social-media-posts/ https://people.com/utah-mom-allegedly-abducted-4-kids-…
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Last year, actor, author, life coach and professional mad woman (she co-hosts the Women Are Mad podcast with psychotherapist Jennifer Cox) Salima Saxton got ill. Obviously she started a Substack about it and Bad Patient – in which she writes about being ill with raw honesty, humour, insight and on her own terms – was born.Salima chats to our Mick a…
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Forrest and Sheena attempt to stand their ground against Molly. Lisa arrives in Nigeria and Daniel has a few surprises for her. Jovon and Annalyn finally meet after 3 years of marriage. Laura takes Birkan with her to a plastic surgery appointment. Emma poses some very pointed questions to Ziad, which piques his suspicions. Watch the podcast on YouT…
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Why was Bismarck such a threat to British sea power? Who was the commander of the Bismarck task force? When was Operation Rheinübung? Join James Holland and Al Murray for Part 1 of this series on the titanic clash between two mighty warships that represented the pride of the British Royal Navy and the Nazi German Kriegsmarine. Start your free trial…
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Difficult scoring conditions for the pod this week with next to zero golf actually happening. Yet Andrew, Eddie and Iain still manage to find over an hour of chat by discussing coloured golf balls, darts, TGL, the naming of South American countries and Al Besselink. What's more, we find out which major championship Eddie decided not to play in... V…
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Trump 'kidnaps' Maduro and says he’ll run Venezuela: who's next?
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After the New Year began with a coup that shook the world, Christiane and Jamie react to Trump's capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, and ask whether the extraordinary events in Caracas over the weekend mean we're in for another turbulent twelve months in 2026. Christiane reveals how she first heard about the news - and questions what messa…
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A seismic day at Old Trafford gets the full GBF treatment as Paul Scholes, Nicky Butt and Paddy McGuinness react to Manchester United’s decision to sack Ruben Amorim. Why now? Did Amorim’s post-match comments force the club’s hand and did he want to be sacked? The lads dig into the timing of the decision, debate whether there was a major fallout be…
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Starmer's 2026 reset in chaos as Trump eyes Greenland
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Sir Keir Starmer is caught between a rock and a hard place. Not wanting to upset Donald Trump by criticising his removal of Nicolas Maduro in Venezuela, but also a Europhile at heart and a fan of international law and order, it’s made for a tricky start. Add to this his ever-growing domestic problems, Starmer’s promise that he’ll be PM this time ne…
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First Suits, Black Cabs & Legendary Encounters
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In this episode of Rambling Retro Nonsense, we take a delightful stroll down memory lane, starting with our first suits and the awkward, itchy outfits of childhood weddings. From Dorothy Perkins frills to Miami Vice–inspired blazers, we explore how these rites of passage shape our sense of style and adulthood. We wander further into nostalgic terri…
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The full, unedited chat with Boff Whalley taken from episode #37. Boff is the former guitarist for Anarchist Pop-Stars Chumabwamba and founder and lead trespasser of Commoners Choir. He talks about his new book, 'But Life Isn’t Like That Is it?', which is a collection of stories, memories, anecdotes about disruption and digression. Find us on Faceb…
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This is the first full weekday episode of Lighter Than You Started, and the template for what weekdays sound like here. In this episode, Keith reflects on the pressure Mondays carry, the quiet effort most of life requires, and why starting gently isn’t a lack of ambition but a realistic way to begin. With a glance at the world, a human moment, a to…
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An injury in her early 40s, and a long period of chronic pain that followed, made Wendy Welpton think about how she was moving. Now a movement coach, founder of Reclaim Movement, and a podcast host, she’s also written a book – Move Well For Life: Unlock The Life-Changing Power of Everyday Movement – aimed at getting others to do the same. Jen chats…
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Fatima Whitbread: from abandoned baby to world champion
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Fatima Whitbread grew up in a UK children’s home. She found both a mother and a coach in one person – going on to break the javelin world record and become an Olympic medallist.Fatima spent her first 14 years in a series of institutions after being abandoned as a baby. She longed for stability and love, and found both in an unexpected place – on th…
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Ricky Gervais: Roasting Celebrities At The Golden Globes & Giving Millions To Animal Charities
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As co-creator of era-defining titles such as The Office and Extras, followed by hits including Derek and After Life, Ricky Gervais has left his mark as one of the most successful comedians on the planet. Speaking to Romesh, he explains why writing and workshopping stand-up comedy remains one of his greatest loves, how hosting the Golden Globes coul…
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Before the week begins, this episode gently explains the rhythm of Lighter Than You Started. Rather than a schedule or a set of expectations, this is about familiarity and comfort. Mondays are for grounding. Tuesdays for stories. Wednesdays for the systems we live inside. Thursdays for perspective and absurdity. Fridays for what helped. Saturdays s…
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It’s that time of year again, when many of us start thinking about New Year’s resolutions. It’s a natural moment to pause, take stock, and ask who we’re becoming—and who we’d like to be in 2026. Join Jeff Lucas for the first of two programmes exploring the choices that shape our lives.
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Parp tells Paul why he doesn't get the producer credit. Paul dreams he is a candle in an Italian castle.
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The Growing Season, Jan 3, 2026 - Gone: Grasslands
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What if!? That's how we start off in 2026. Jack, Lynne and Matt McFarland get hypothetical. The Growing Season kicks off the new year with your lawn in mind. Your lawn, as in the thing buried under the snow. Its gone! What if our grasslands just disappeared? How would that effect our ecology? Why this topic? Why now? What is the opposite of grassla…
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Advice is everywhere, and it often means well. But advice doesn’t always fit, and it doesn’t always last. In this episode of Lighter Than You Started, Keith reflects on why stories often help us more than strategies. Stories don’t tell us what to do. They don’t demand change. They simply remind us that we’re not alone. With a short personal anecdot…
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John’s investigation keeps coming up against brick walls - and five decades on, so does Katherine’s. When Kenya admits to a cover-up it begins to make sense. But it’s just the tip of the iceberg. Who exactly were the authorities covering up for, and was the British government involved? As her reporting comes to a close, Katherine celebrates a young…
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Show 867: Beyond Here Be Dragons, Signed The Colonel
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Apologies for more muffled voice than usual, due to minor mouthal injury. Neal staunchly defends the business practices of J. Wellington Wimpy, explains why your dog would prefer you didn’t drink from puddles, uncovers parallels between The Truman Show (1998) and Elvis Presley, looks at parking arrangements on car ferries, reveals his childhood cor…
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Year In Tech: Will There Be An AI Catastrophe In 2026?
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What was your tech takeaway in 2025? And what is going to be the big story in 2026? Oz sits down with the author of The Running Ground and The Atlantic’s CEO, Nicholas Thompson, to discuss the odd intersection between tech and religion, the tech to compensate media companies for AI training data, who OpenAI’s real rival is, why we don’t understand …
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Castro Is Dead. Long Live Castro - CW 299
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In this episode, Cameron and Ray pick up the Cuban Revolution story at its most fragile moment: Fidel Castro has just landed in eastern Cuba with 82 men, most of them dead, scattered, or captured within days. Batista’s regime confidently declares Castro dead, the international press runs with it, and the revolution appears finished before it has be…
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In today’s episode of Lighter Than You Started, Keith gently explains what this space is, and what it most definitely isn’t. This isn’t a news podcast, a self-help programme, or a place that demands urgency or transformation. It’s a pause. A few minutes of breathing room in a noisy world. With warmth, quiet humour, and honest reflection, this episo…
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Murder in the Masai Mara, Ep 4: The President's Son
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A whistleblower comes forward claiming to have witnessed everything and pointing the finger at someone nobody expected: Jonathan Moi, the president’s son. It's almost too far-fetched to be believed, but his name starts coming up again, and again. An incriminating scrap of paper. A police statement locked up for decades. Rumours of a romance. Kather…
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