Introducing Taskmaster: The People’s Podcast, hosted by Series 15's beloved Jenny Eclair alongside Taskmaster aficionado, Jack Bernhardt. Each week, Jenny and Jack take a deep dive into the world of Taskmaster, talking to behind-the-scenes guests, superfans and some of the most beloved Taskmaster characters. This is the official fan podcast from the producers of the BAFTA-winning comedy show. If you want to share your Taskmaster obsession, whether it's talking about your favourite task, what ...
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From the writers of the internationally successful Grumpy Old Women, award winning Comedian Jenny Eclair and Producer and Writer Judith Holder deliver Older & Wider, a podcast that offers insight, gossip and general news from the menopausal front and beyond. A podcast worth getting your ears syringed for. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Possibly the World's most inclusive art podcast. Artist & Curator Gary Mansfield talks to emerging, established and world renowned artists each week in his quite unique manner. Gary's booming Cockney voice and jovial approach, is a breath of fresh air for those within the art world and a beacon to those that thought it inaccessible. Previous guests include: Maggi Hambling, Mark Wallinger, Gavin Turk, kennardphillipps, Mat Colishaw, Ray Richardson, Camille Walala, Rankin, Keith Brymer-Jones, ...
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Welcome to the Two Women Chatting Podcast! Join Liz and Michelle for your weekly dose of laughter, wisdom, and candid conversations tailored for midlife women navigating empty nests and embracing change. Tune in as we delve into the world of entertainment, engaging with renowned celebrities and experts. From empowering discussions on women's health, lifestyle, and self-care to career transitions, relationships, and wellness; we explore a range of topics with wit, warmth, and genuine curiosit ...
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Award-winning comedy panel show hosted by Danielle Ward, with team captains Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Michael Legge and amazing special guests. In it, two teams work out the right thing to do in strange scenarios and scary situations which range from the everyday to the weird and extreme. Don't feel you have to start at the beginning - we'd suggest you start with the most recent series then work backwards! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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'The show that sees you marooned on a desert island with the worst people and the worst things imaginable'
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Broadcast legend Anneka Rice joins Sunday Times Wine Columnist Will Lyons to share their love of wine and travel with a host of special guests. They’ll be pulling the cork and twisting the screw cap on some of their favourite bottles as they embark on a free-flowing series through the many minds, lives and worlds inspired by the wine route. So pull up a chair, pour yourself a glass and sit back for a grape inspired podcast full of laughter, lively conversation and interesting wine. Wine Time ...
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Join Michelle and Liz for a lively and candid conversation with Jenny Eclair, the comedic pioneer and author of acclaimed novels like 'Writing on the Wall' and 'Older and Wider'. In this episode, aptly titled 'Life After Menopause,' Jenny shares her anecdotes and insights on ageing, friendships, the entertainment industry, and the often hilarious, …
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Ep 243. The one with the tray work and a lunch date
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On this week's podcast Jenny and Judith bond over their busy weeks! They have been at various events and have some cultural highlights to share. There has also been an incident with a stolen teddy... If you would like to email the podcast get in touch olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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This week Jenny and Jack hear from the voice behind the infamous Mr. Blobby task, unleashing some bonus Blobby factoids and behind the scenes insights thanks to Production Manager Sophie. Plus, Jack discusses whether or not there’s any hope for the increasing gap between contestant scores, stats-wise, and why Dara should be a little afraid. We also…
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Ep 242. The one with a tiny tantrum, cholera pie and the Glacier Express
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On this week’s podcast Jenny has been travelling so it’s a Swiss-Eclair special! Meanwhile Judith has had a long car journey to speak to a WI group. The pair also share some excellent listener emails. Get in touch with Jenny and Judith olderwiserpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Politely thank your host for a lovely party and make your apologies for leaving early, 'cause it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack discuss rescuing Patatas (who’s been in trouble before), who's jacksie saved Steve's jacksie, and whyJack might be see-ing some competition from John Robins in the …
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Ep 241. The one with the Banana Bread and a buggy incident
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On this week's podcast Jenny confesses to making her first loaf of banana bread meanwhile Judith is twin sitting in Cornwall and had a scary incident at the beach. The pair share their culture highlights and get some brilliant emails! Here is the YouTube link from listener Kate https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z5_Hq8uvio Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
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Presto Fandingo Dango - it's Series 17!
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Finish up the last bit of chisel work on your mini Taskmaster Mount Rushmore and grab your favourite ear pods - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast... this week is all about the first episode of SERIES 17! And what an episode it was. Jenny and Jack give all their first impressions, including who they think will win bas…
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Ep.248 Heath Kane returns - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Heath Kane (@ByHeathKane) Heath Kane returns almost five and a half years after he first appeared on the podcast, in episode 09. At the time he had his own branding agency, creating his ‘Rich Enough to be Batman’ prints as an external creative outlet. We simply discuss what’s happened since we first recorded…
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Ep 240. The one with the harvested mushrooms, a riveter and some body maintenance
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On the podcast this week we hear all about Jenny's harvested mushrooms and what she did with them. Judith has been let loose with a riveter and Jenny and has been doing some body maintenance! Get in touch with Jenny and Judith olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Be Really Careful With Your Rococo Mirrors
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Locate those headphones and clean off that earwax - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week we're talking series 8 episode 4, including why Jack won’t be letting Jenny near his wife, a quasi-philosophical discussion about ‘what is a loo roll, really’ and, of course, the best way to entertain a baby. We also take…
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Ep 239. The one with the bingo, a new toilet seat and the thatchers
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On this week's podcast Jenny discusses her birthday trip to Margate and a visit to an Urban farm with Arlo. Judith has been busy at the bingo and attempting to use her new air-fryer. The pair chat thatchers (of different kinds), culture corner and food sensations... Email the podcast olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo…
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Bonnie Langford: Back in Dr Who's Tardis!
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Picture this: celebrating 50 illustrious years in showbiz and still effortlessly doing the splits on stage!? Join Liz and Michelle as they sit down with the legendary Bonnie Langford on the Two Women Chatting Podcast. From her recent role in 'Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends' to her return to the Tardis in the new Doctor Who series, Bonnie Langford s…
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Geoff Do You Want To Come Sit On My Suitcase
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Buckle your boots - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jack and Jenny have gone all the way back to the infamous Pie Whisperer in the first series of Taskmaster, in an effort to bring Jenny up to speed on all the classic episodes before Series 17 hits our screens on the 28th of March. Plus Jenny discovers s…
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Ep.247 Danielle Tomlinson - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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💥Ep.247 Danielle Tomlinson 🎙Ministry of Arts Podcast LINK IN BIO In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Danielle Tomlinson (@danielletomlinsonart) Danielle Tomlinson is a successful young British contemporary artist, taking the art world by storm with her bold, abstract paintings focused around her passion for wildlife. Before working full time a…
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Ep 238. The one with the hovering squat and a new bra.
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This week on Older and Wider Jenny has a broken loo and discusses the hovering squat! They briefly chat about the THAT royal photo but swiftly move on to Mother's Day, new bras and a trip to the farm! If you would like to find out more about Mish's Bra fittings you can find her on Instagram @mishlingerie Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m…
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Inspiring Inclusion: International Women's Day Special
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Join Liz and Michelle for an extraordinary episode of Two Women Chatting, celebrating the spirit of International Women's Day at Wentworth Club. This special compilation brings you the highlights from the event where women from all walks of life gathered to champion inclusion and solidarity. Key Insights: 🎙️Demanding a Seat at the Table: Guests dis…
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Our 100th episode featuring Little Alex Horne
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Get the trumpets out and give them a little toot - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! It’s our 100th episode and what better way to celebrate than with Little Alex Horne himself! Jenny and Jack ask him all the questions you want to know, such as: When is series 17 coming out? What is he filming now? Is he running out…
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Ep 237. The one with the trip to Salford and a bucket in the wings
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On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith catch up after the Older and Wider live show in Salford. There are plenty of taste sensations, a bucket on the side of stage and a huge heap of Culture Corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Janey McGill | It's Never Too Late For Adventure
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Join Michelle and Liz for a riveting conversation with Janey McGill as she shares her extraordinary experience leading an expedition with two Omani women across the Empty Quarter, the world's largest sand desert. Janey reflects on the challenges faced, personal growth attained, and the bonds forged with her team. Through her journey, she overcame i…
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Pause that hour-long voice note from your talkative bestie - it's time for a new episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jack and Jenny discuss the vintage Hippopotamus episode - including the famous cocktail task, the long-lasting legacy of Johnny Vegas, and why Mawaan has correct opinions on everything in Jenny's eyes. Jack also an…
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Ep.246 Georgia Powell/CURA Art - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Georgia Powell of co-founder of CURA Art (@cura_art_) Georgia Powell and Liza Shapiro are the Founders of CURA Art and The Residency. Through the two platforms, the founders have created an environment that is focused on long-term care and legacy. The Residency is a platform aimed at supporting and sponsorin…
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Ep 236. The one with the financial advisor, the lurgy and a kids trip to the cinema
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The two J's are back! They return with some health corner updates, a trip to Manchester and a kiddies cinema outing. The pair are looking forward to the live show at The Lowry... as long as the trains can get them there! Get in touch with Jenny & Judith olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Ever wondered what it means to be a Queenager? Is midlife truly a time for rediscovery and empowerment? Join Michelle and Liz in conversation with Eleanor Mills, the founder of Noon, an online community dedicated to empowering women in midlife. In this episode, they delve into the unique challenges and triumphs faced by women over 50, exploring the…
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Tell your virtual assistant to hold your calls for an hour because it's time for Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! Jenny’s homework this week was all about The Perfect Stuff - featuring the bravest Taskmaster outfit, an important medical lesson learned about eyeballs, and how The Knappett got its name. Jack also answers a quite personal stats quest…
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Ever found yourself wanting to start a new chapter in midlife? Have you got a book in you? Join Liz and Michelle in an eye-opening conversation with the incredible B.A. Paris, bestselling author of psychological thrillers, ‘Behind Closed Doors’ and ‘The Guest’ as she takes us through her inspiring journey of transitioning to a successful writing ca…
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Finish up that 'how to arch your eyebrows like Greg Davies' tutorial, 'cause it's time for Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are revisiting series 13, episode 6 because of three words: Bridget Christie Walking. The pair discuss whether cat cafes can ever be relaxing, how much tranquilliser you'd need to get Greg to sleep, w…
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Ep.245 Endless - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Endless (@endlessartist) He goes by the name “Endless” – a word which embodies his limitless creativity, passion and drive. Endless is a London-based artist, who infuses street and contemporary art techniques and practices. After 6 years of study, Endless graduated from Cambridge School Of Art, where he spec…
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Ep 235. The one with the fog horn and a Royal Event
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On this week's episode Jenny spills all the tea on the Royal Event she attended... celebs were in their droves! Judith is in Cornwall with her other friend Judith and she has some taste sensations to share. All of this plus some culture corner! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Ever wondered how to redefine intimacy and maintain a satisfying sex life in midlife? Join Liz and Michelle as they dive into the complexities of midlife sex with the brilliant Kate Moyle, a leading expert in psychosexual therapy. Together, they unravel the intricacies of sex beyond intercourse, the importance of communication and fun in long-term …
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Fluff up that sofa cushion and adopt the traditional supine podcast position - it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are joined by a very special guest all the way from Minnesota - it's David Ha, the singular force behind fan favourite Taskmaster: Minnesota. David talks about what prompted him t…
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Ep 234. The one with the Nana Baritone, an owl signal and a successful cauliflower cheese
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On the podcast this week Judith is back in the UK after her La Gomera holiday but Jenny has booked a trip and she fills the listeners in on the details! There's a Nana Baritone update, some successful cauliflower cheese and an appearance from Sister Sarah. Judith also shares her latest performance experience! Email the show olderwiderpod@gmail.com …
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Today’s special guest is… WINE! Will and Anneka round off the series with their focus firmly on the star of the series. Will introduces three wines, one from the past, one from the present, and perhaps a taste of the future? Plus, Anneka looks back on the best bottles from the series and together they choose which guest they’d most like to travel w…
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Pause your potato throwing practice, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are talking all about the infamous opening episode of Series 2. So will Jenny turn out to be a Potato Truther? Did Richard Osman irreversibly change the course of Taskmaster history? Does Katherine Ryan need to spend more…
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Neens and dB | Midlife Rants and Big Pants
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Join Michelle and Liz in a spirited conversation with Neens and dB from Rants and Big Pants, a dynamic space advocating for the representation and empowerment of midlife women. In this episode, they explore the origins of Rants and Big Pants, the impact of the menopause conversation, and the importance of normalising menopause experiences. Key Insi…
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Ep.244 Nicola Turner- Ministry of Arts Podcast
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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Nicola Turner (@nicolaturner.art) Turner investigates dissolution of boundaries, liminal states, and continuous exchanges across ecosystems. In doing so, she explores the interconnection of life and death, human and non- human, attraction and repulsion. She combines found objects that hold traces of memory, …
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Ep 233. The one with the sea view, homemade flapjack and a sing-a-long
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On this week's podcast Judith joins us all the way from La Gomera. She shares her holiday highs and lows - including a regrettable hike. Jenny has been to a sing-along with Arlo and has been making homemade flapjack (who even is she?!). All of this plus some taste sensation, culture corner and some new medication! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri…
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Will and Anneka are joined by Hugh Dennis, star of Outnumbered and Mock the Week, as they sip their way around South Africa. Hugh impresses Will, as he turns out to be quite the curious student of wine. And Anneka, an unashamed fan of Outnumbered, wants to know what the timeless BBC sitcom was like to work on. Wine 1: 2022 Chardonnay, Hamilton Russ…
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Join Liz and Michelle for an invigorating conversation with the incredible Sally Gunnell, Olympic gold medalist and wellbeing advocate, as she shares insights on optimizing health and wellbeing in the journey of aging. Sally delves into the importance of exercise, joint health, and muscle strength for maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. Ke…
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If This Was Yoga, You Probably Couldn’t Do It
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Tell your toaster to pop your toast, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! Jenny and Jack revisit another vintage episode, and it has to do with the letter H. Plus, is Alice Levine too graceful to sweat? Was Bob Mortimer’s Satsuma Complex book inspired by Taskmaster? And Jack's stats are back! This week he's answering a…
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Ep 232. The one with a bikini wax, the holiday wardrobe and a tragic picnic
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Jenny and Judith discuss their try out at The Tabard and the pros and cons of being a double act. Judith is getting ready for another holiday whilst Jenny has been cooking tagines and having arguments on public transport. Also there's Culture corner plus a taste sensation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Discussing and decanting with Anneka and Will is Paralympian and Crossbench Peer in the House of Lords, Tanni Grey-Thompson. As well as three great wines to taste from New Zealand, Tanni reveals that she has a lifetime supply of wine, Will shares how Sauvignon Blanc came to be and Anneka falls in love with a New Zealand red. Wine 1: 2023 Sauvignon …
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Join Liz and Michelle for a captivating conversation with Rosie Nixon, the illustrious editor at large of Hello Magazine, as she delves into the transformative power of kindness and its profound impact on mental health. In this illuminating episode, Rosie shares her inspiring journey advocating for kindness through the groundbreaking campaign she s…
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Clean the earwax out of those non-brand earbuds, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week Jenny and Jack are making their Series 17 predictions, and guess what? They've brought our beloved Lou Sanders and her Magic 8 Ball back in to help! Jenny once again uses her waters to make her prediction, and Jack uses ever…
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Ep.243 Hercule Van Wolfwinkle - Ministry of Arts Podcast
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In this episode Gary Mansfield speaks to Hercule Van Wolfwinkle (@portraitsbyhercule) Hercule has been called lots of things throughout his life, an artist certainly wasn’t one of them. But all of that changed one late summer afternoon in 2020 when, whilst trying to coerce his young son into making some thank you cards, he doodled a picture of thei…
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Ep 231. The one with the tarts and some gaffer tape
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On the podcast this week Jenny and Judith discuss what life would be like married to themselves, how to achieve a jaw line (or not) and why the twins are following Judith in to the loo! Send us your crafts (good AND bad) to olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Anneka and Will are joined by Michel Roux Jr. for three jaw dropping French wines. Michel is the chef patron of Le Gavroche, the first restaurant in the UK to receive one, two and then three Michelin stars. As he closes the doors to his historic restaurant for the final time, Michel explains his future plans. And Anneka is seriously impressed with …
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Michelle Elman | People Pleasing & Setting Boundaries
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Ever found yourself wondering where the line between 'you and me' truly lies? Is a people-pleaser just another word for being ‘nice’? Join Liz and Michelle as they unravel the intricate world of boundaries, opinions, and self-worth in mid-life with the incredible Michelle Elman, a renowned life coach and author. Michelle delves deep into the art of…
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Take a tea order for everyone in the office and pop your earphones in while those teabags steep, it's time for another episode of Taskmaster: The People's Podcast! This week it's all about Champion of Champions as Jack and Jenny discuss the moment Alex felt sorry for a contestant for the first time, whether its ok to pouch wine as a waiter, if we, …
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Ep 230. The one with the returned gift, colourful socks and a storage unit
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On the podcast this week Judith and Jenny discuss the joys of snow and Judith's attempts at skiing and seeing the Northern Lights. Jenny shares the highs from her week which enjoyed a trip to the Conran shop and a visit to a storage unit! Send all your emails to olderwiderpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Jenny Eclair, the trailblazing comedian, joins Anneka and Will for a tour of Greek wines (with a brief detour to Hungary). Will gives a surprising lesson in how the Ancient Greeks enjoyed wine, Anneka amusingly bemoans restaurant wine menu formats and Jenny rethinks her usual aversion to all things sweet as she sips a mouth watering dessert wine. W…
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