Best Kugblenu Podcasts (2024)

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The Jersey Devil 25:41

25m ago25:41

25:41

The people of South Jersey, USA are certain that a strange winged goat like creature roams the forests of the Pine Barrens. But can the Jersey Devil really have existed for over 300 years? Its up to our Chief Detectives to decide and Athena and Tiernan will bring all the evidence, because the devil is in the detail. Brought to you by Small Wardour,…

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Episode 24: Richard Todd 49:47

1h ago49:47

49:47

Richard Todd is a superb comic to watch - thoughtful, chaotic, just as at home with the surreal and the observed. It really is a treat to have him on at QL. Alongside an absolute blinder of a set, Richard also talks with host and MC James Ross about his previous wins, absurdism and grans. EDITORS NOTE: I did what I could on this one and expect a re…

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Do Vampires Exist? 29:01

5d ago29:01

29:01

There have been stories about vampires for thousands of years and across many cultures. But does that mean these blood sucking monsters actually exist? Athena and Tiernan get their teeth into all the evidence so that you, our Chief Detectives, can decide. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chi…

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J'Ba FoFi 25:14

13d ago25:14

25:14

Warning: This episode is not for anyone who is scared of spiders - like Tiernan is. Unfortunately. J'Ba FoFi is said to be a giant spider that lives in the Congo Basin, but does this creepy eight legged creature actually exist? Tiernan hopes not, as he and Athena investigate so you don't have to check the web yourselves. Brought to you by Small War…

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Bhangarh Fort 22:17

19d ago22:17

22:17

Bhangarh Fort is an ancient abandoned walled city that is said to be one of the most haunted places in India. But do evil spirits really roam the Fort at night? And could a princess really move a boulder using perfume? Tiernan and Athena look at all the evidence so that you can decide. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best pod…

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The Most Haunted Building in England 24:27

1M ago24:27

24:27

The Ancient Ram Inn is said to be the most haunted building in England with all sorts of ghosts and ghouls inside haunting anyone who dares visit. But could it be that not all is what it seems and its actually just in need of a serious dust? Athena and Tiernan take a look at the spooky pub to help you figure it out. Brought to you by Small Wardour,…

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Episode 23: Sikisa 37:10

29d ago37:10

37:10

Sikisa is one of the absolute wonders of the current stand-up scene - as at home on Live at the Apollo as the equally prestigious Quantum Leopard! And alongside this absolutely wonderful set, she also talks with host and MC James Ross about immigration law and getting some dick. CWs: Experiences of racism, violence against women, consent issues gen…

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Stonehenge 25:40

1M ago25:40

25:40

Will anyone ever know what Stonehenge, one of the most famous monuments in England was actually for? And could it really be a landing pad for aliens when there's no rock solid evidence? Athena and Tiernan give you all the evidence on this prehistoric stone circle, so you, our Chief Detectives can work it out. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers…

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Dragons Live! 36:14

2M ago36:14

36:14

Dragons - the magical legendary creatures that feature in many, many, stories, folk tales, fairy tales, famous legends, films, TV shows, games and of course, national flags, but, is there any evidence that they ever existed? Join Tiernan and Athena at this very special live show from the London Podcast Festival 2024 to find out and hear what the li…

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Healers 24:56

2M ago24:56

24:56

Throughout history its been said that some people have the power to heal people by using spirits or cosmic energy. But science says that's not the case. Have people really been healed by spirits or just put into high spirits by thinking they were? Tiernan and Athena soothe you with the evidence so you can decide for yourself. Brought to you by Smal…

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The Mandrake 22:52

2M ago22:52

22:52

Is the Mandrake really a magical screaming plant? Or is there something else at the root of this myth? Tiernan and Athena pull up the evidence so you can decide about this mysterious vegetable. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chief detectives want to hear more from the investigations, inclu…

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Episode 22: Bobbie Jones 30:18

2M ago30:18

30:18

Bobbie Jones is a superb queer comedian & writer, wielding a turn of phrase like a falchion of fun, and alongside a wonderful QL set she talks with host and MC James Ross about shaved tits, the Megabus and how pain is not the root of all creativity. If you'd like to see more from Bobbie, she regularly performs with QL's Northern sibling Blizzard Co…

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The Devil's Footprints 22:58

2M ago22:58

22:58

100 miles of cloven hoofprints in the snow, has the Devil been doing an ultra-marathon, or is there a good explanation for this case from the 19th century? Tiernan and Athena take all the necessary steps to help you, our Chief Detectives, solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chie…

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Did the Nagas Exist? 22:39

2M ago22:39

22:39

Many religions believe the Nagas were an ancient race of superpowered serpent people from South East Asia. But did they really slither their way across the continent? Athena and Tiernan look into whether snake people really ruled kingdoms and bring you all the information. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kid…

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Episode 21: Nick Elleray 38:46

3M ago38:46

38:46

Nick Elleray is the kind of comedian, writer and glorious human who makes a QL night a sheer delight. He also makes it really hard to write a blurb that doesn't involve cliches like "wry humour" and "keen observations" but frankly... yeah. Alongside an absolutely blinding set, he also talks to host and MC James Ross about aging, love and Hastings. …

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The Bonnacon 21:11

3M ago21:11

21:11

There are many mentions in Medieval texts and ancient drawings of the Bonnacon, a strange cow horse beast with, er, an unusual defence method. It shoots burning hot poop at anyone who threatens it. But did this strange, and hilariously disgusting creature ever exist or was it just an old form of comic relief? Athena and Tiernan investigate, when th…

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The Philosopher's Stone 20:48

3M ago20:48

20:48

The alchemists of olden days all had the same goal, to find the legendary Philosopher's Stone and turn ordinary metals into gold. But dos the stone ever exist or was it all just someone turning a lot of nonsense into an excellent story? Like always, Tiernan and Athena take all the evidence and turn it into a case for you Chief Detectives. Brought t…

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The Pascagoula Alien Abduction 19:41

3M ago19:41

19:41

One of the most famous cases of alien abductions took place in 1973, Mississippi. Were Charles Hickson and Calvin Parker really taken by extraterristrials and tested on? Or was it all just a very bad dream? Tiernan and Athena look at all the otherworldly evidence then its over to you Chief Detectives. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some…

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Episode 20: Athena Kugblenu 42:43

3M ago42:43

42:43

Athena Kugblenu is a glorious writer, stand up and voice over artist. A self-confessed star of Radio 4 and Mock the Week (twice). Here she delivers a superb set on race, meat-za and the upper class roots of Slipknot, then talks with host and MC James Ross about, amongst other things, the scapegoating of the working class and the quality of fish fin…

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10.4 Royalty with Mary O’Connell, Blank Peng, Alison Spittle and Toussaint Douglass 47:18

3M ago47:18

47:18

Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 4: "Royalty" Recorded 9 May 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 31 July 2024. Mary O’Connell and Blank Peng vs Alison Spittle and Toussaint Douglass vs the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed …

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The Angels of Mons 24:26

3M ago24:26

24:26

During the vicious Battle of Mons in the First World War, its said that British soldiers were saved by an angel descending from the sky. But was it just a short story that got out of hand? Miraculously Athena and Tiernan have all the evidence, so you, our Chief Detectives get to decide which angle, or angel you believe in. Brought to you by Small W…

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10.3 Desserts with Athena Kugblenu, Max Olesker, Charlie George and Lola Jagun 45:42

3M ago45:42

45:42

Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 3: "Desserts" Recorded 17 June 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 24 July 2024. Athena Kugblenu and Max Olesker vs and Charlie George and Lola Jagun vs the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed…

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The Winchester Mystery House 21:58

4M ago21:58

21:58

The Winchester Mystery House is a marvel of design, with its hundreds of rooms and maze like hallways. But is it also a place built just so its owner could hide from ghosts? Like always, Tiernan and Athena find room for all the evidence so that you can decide what the truth behind this very strange building really is. Brought to you by Small Wardou…

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10.2 The Balkans with Mary O’Connell, Twayna Mayne, Alison Spittle and Andrew White 50:49

3M ago50:49

50:49

Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 2: "The Balkans" Recorded 9 May 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 17 July 2024. Mary O’Connell and Twayna Mayne vs Alison Spittle and Andrew White the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed by …

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The Mongolian Death Worm 25:19

4M ago25:19

25:19

Deep in the Gobi desert lives a deadly creature that sprays acid at anyone who comes near. Or is it just a funny looking plant and a silly story? Athena and Tiernan investigate all the clues about the Mongolian Death Worm, so you chief detectives can get a wriggle on and solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best po…

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10.1 Soccer with Athena Kugblenu, Bec Hill, Max Olesker and Deborah Frances-White 48:03

4M ago48:03

48:03

Global Pillage Season 10. Episode 1: "Soccer" Recorded 17 June 2024 at Kings Place in London. Released 10 July 2024. Athena Kugblenu and Bec Hill vs Max Olesker and Deborah Frances-White vs the Hive Mind of the Audience. Hosted by Abigoliah Schauman. Questions set by Ned Sedgwick. Created by Deborah Frances-White. The Global Pillage theme composed …

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The Longyou Caves 20:20

4M ago20:20

20:20

The Longyou Caves in China were carved out 2000 years ago. But no one knows by who, or why, or even what they were for. Could this incredible accidental find by some farmers be an alien scultpure? Or is it just another weird ask from an Emperor? To help you Chief Detectives with this case, Athena and Tiernan dig deep into all of the evidence. Broug…

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Episode 19: Alex Bertulis-Fernandes 37:44

4M ago37:44

37:44

Alex Bertulis-Fernandes is an exceptional writer and comedian, equally at home with a one-liner or a thoughtful long build-up and the superb set performed at QL, crafted to absolute perfection, reflects this. She also talks with host and MC James Ross about the damaging aspects of self-deprecation, how mental health material resonates with audience…

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The Belmez Faces 19:18

4M ago19:18

19:18

In Spain 1971, a mystery occured that floored everyone who saw it. Ghostly faces appeared in the concrete ground of a kitchen in the city of Belmez. But was this ghosts doing a low level haunting or all just a big hoax? Athena and Tiernan bring you all the evidence and facts, then you, our Chief Detectives, have to decide. Brought to you by Small W…

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The Ghosts of Drury Lane 21:04

5M ago21:04

21:04

The Theatre Royal in Drury Lane is one of the oldest theatres in London, and its also said to be one of the most haunted too. Is this amazing stage haunted by past actors or is it just the audiences saying boo to plays they don't like? Tiernan and Athena look into all the drama and then it's up to you, our Chief Detectives to solve the case. Brough…

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The Piri Reis Map 21:32

5M ago21:32

21:32

The Piri Reis Map has been confuddling researchers and experts for years. How could someone make such a detailed map in 1513? Any why does it show Antartica on it, when it wasn't discovered until 300 years later? Could the map maker, Piri Reis himself, have had help from mysterious sources? Athena and Tiernan plot the best route through all the evi…

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The Lizard Man of Scape Ore 21:00

5M ago21:00

21:00

Did a giant lizard roam South Carolina in the 1980s? Or is it all tricks of the swamp? Tiernan and Athena look at the case of the Lizard Man of Scape Ore Swamp so you Chief Detectives can decide if this scaly mystery is real or not. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of the best podcasts for kids. *** If your chief detectives want to h…

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Episode 18: Adele Cliff 39:19

5M ago39:19

39:19

Absolute master of the one liner and joyful player of words, Adele Cliff is an absolute wonder and a delight to have on the QL stage. Alongside an incredible live set, Adele also talks with host & MC James Ross about one liners, strong reactions and geese. CW: Swan violence, I suppose? If you want to find out more from Adele: good luck! She is terr…

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The Oakville Blobs 18:59

5M ago18:59

18:59

In 1994, blobs of jelly seemed to fall out of the sky and land on Oakville, USA. Were they a military experiement? Alien remains? Bits of jellyfish? No one knows. More importantly, was it jelly or jell-o and did it go well with ice cream? Tiernan and Athena investigate. Chief Detectives, listen to the evidence and then you decide if the Oakville bl…

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The Field of Forty Footsteps 19:37

6M ago19:37

19:37

An old tale tells of two brothers who fought a duel on a field, now believed to be somewhere in central London. They both died and the ground remembered this tragedy by never letting grass grow on their footsteps. But is this story just a step into the imagination or is the Field of Forty Footsteps somewhere in the capital city? Tiernan and Athena …

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Phi Pop 22:47

6M ago22:47

22:47

Thailand has many ghosts, but few cause as much trouble as Phi Pop. This hungry ghost likes to possess people and animals, and cause a lot of trouble. But is Phi Pop really a troublestarter? Or just a traditional way to get rid of village pests? Its up to you, as our Chief Detectives to work it out, while Athena and Tiernan make sure they bring eno…

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Xenoglossy 23:21

6M ago23:21

23:21

Imagine waking up and suddenly knowing a completely different language? Xenoglossy has happed to people for many years, usually after holy incidents or accidents, where they find themselves waking up and talking another language fluently. But scientists say it's not a real thing. Athena and Tiernan speak the language of evidence to bring you all th…

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The Bay of Jars 20:18

6M ago20:18

20:18

Are the ancient amphora jars off the coast of Brazil, proof of a different history for the country? Or just evidence of an amateur jar salesman's terrible ideas? Athena and Tiernan bring you jars full of evidence on this case of history and mystery, so that you, our Chief Detectives, can put a lid on the truth. Brought to you by Small Wardour, make…

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Episode 17: Katie Mitchell 32:16

6M ago32:16

32:16

Goth wonder Katie Mitchell is the working-class, joyful and whimsical comedian that we are honoured to have grace us from the wilds of Nottingham. Alongside a superb live set, Katie also talks with host & MC James Ross about goth lesbianism, joke construction and sexy typewriters, CW: Experience of homophobia To find out more about Katie, her websi…

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The Big Grey Man 20:25

6M ago20:25

20:25

The Big Grey Man is thought to lurk around Mount Ben MacDui in Scotland, creeping out any hikers who dare visit. But is the lanky ghoul real or is it all just tricks of the mountain? Athena and Tiernan bring you the evidence on grey giants and windy sounds, so that you, our Chief Detectives can solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, maker…

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The Jumping Church of Kildemock 19:23

7M ago19:23

19:23

In the 1700s, did a church in County Louth, Ireland really jump over the buried body of someone it didn't want in its grounds? Or was it a powerful storm that somehow moved a wall exactly three feet and left it standing upright? The ruins of the Church of Kildemock only tell stories, but no answers so its up to you, our Chief Detectives, to take yo…

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Is Time Travel real? 20:53

7M ago20:53

20:53

As Bust or Trust has a happy 1st birthday, Athena and Tiernan look into whether time travel is real. Have people really made machines to travel back and forth through history, or can we all only time travel in a forward direction, one second at a time? No time to waste, so you, our Chief Detectives must listen to the evidence and solve the case. Br…

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The Monkey Man of New Delhi 23:00

7M ago23:00

23:00

In May 2001, panic spread through the Indian city of New Delhi as people reported sightings of a strange 'monkey man'. But did this monkey man ever really exist? Or were people just going bananas over nothing? Time for you Chief Detectives to listen to all the evidence as Tiernan and Athena investigate some real monkey business. Brought to you by S…

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Episode 16: Shelf 1:08:33

7M ago1:08:33

1:08:33

Shelf are a musical, stand-up & sketch comedy duo comprising of Rachel WD and Ruby Clyde. I cannot do them justice in words to describe how brilliant they are. Along with an wonderful set, Rachel & Ruby talk with host & MC James Ross about playfulness in gender, gigging for kids and bin material. CWs: Experience of homophobia, misgendering, catcall…

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The Cohoke Light 22:14

7M ago22:14

22:14

In King William County, Virginia USA a strange ghostly light appeared on a railway crossing for over 50 years. Known as the Cohoke Light, some people think its the lantern of a railwayman's ghost, as he looks for his head. Others think it might just be a case of bad gas. Tiernan and Athena travel down all the evidence tracks and its up to you, our …

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The Wendigo 23:28

8M ago23:28

23:28

WARNING: This week's episode is all a bit gruesome. So tinier Bust or Trusters maybe shouldn't listen before bedtime. Athena and Tiernan investigate the Wendigo, a mythical creature that roams the Canadian forests, snacking on, gulp, people! But is it all just a story, or is the ever hungry Wendigo real? We bring the evidence and you, the Chief Det…

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Why was Skara Brae abandoned? 21:21

8M ago21:21

21:21

Skara Brae is one of the oldest historical sites in the world, but its also one of the oldest mysteries. Just why did people abandon this Stone Age community way back in 2500BC? Tiernan and Athena excavate all the information for our Chief Detectives - that's you that is - to help solve the case. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some of t…

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S5 Ep76: FUNNY DAD SPECIAL with Jody Kamali - 58:11

8M ago58:11

58:11

FUNNY DAD SPECIAL TWO Host Hatty Ashdown & Gemma Beagley are joined by Bristolian born comedian, famed Terry the odd job man, Leicester Comedy Award nominee and dad of two Jody Kamali. They fly around all the topics from childish jealousy ,New York, how being a working class comic has effected our progression and how Best in Class really woke us up…

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The Bermuda Triangle 18:30

8M ago18:30

18:30

Planes, boats and even people have been disappearing for years in the Bermuda Triangle. But it is just an area of sea like any other or is is something more supernatural occuring? Athena and Tiernan deliver the evidence on this tricky triangle so you, our Chief Detectives, can get right to the points. Brought to you by Small Wardour, makers of some…

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Les fantômes de Versailles 23:02

8M ago23:02

23:02

The Palace of Versailles, is a famous French castle quite close to Paris. But is it actually haunted by the past? There are many ghost stories about Versailles, but one of the most famous is a strange claim by two very well-to-do English women that in 1901 on a visit to the Palace of Versailles in France, they had a vision of the past and saw a lot…

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