Best Londons Pretty Cool Podcasts (2024)

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when life gives you lemons... you don't have to make lemonade 32:46

3d ago32:46

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hiiiii beautiful people! not to play favourites for epi's but i think this one tops a lot for me. It wasn't a crazy adventure and not that any of my other pods are not from my heart but this one just hit me differently. I meant to edit a few weeks ago as i wanted to release this then but you know what? timing is divine and i needed to listen to it …

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been doin alotta side quests... and just so you know, # is not a # 35:00

2M ago35:00

35:00

Sup my friends... its been a few months so here's a random update lol I've been on a few trips ;) here and there... from rock climbing in fake Germany to forgetting why i am in the grocery store lol I've also learned a lot along the way. I guess you could say i have been doing some side questing and have been getting lost... which if you don't know…

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Episode Thirty Nine: Belief, Science and Mysticism - Part 1 1:05:22

3M ago1:05:22

1:05:22

In the first of a special three part episode, Ed and Nemo discuss the theme of religion vs. science throughout the history of Dirk Gently, starting with Douglas Adams himself and his own radical atheism, in stark contrast to his religious father and upbringing. We also talk about the two Dirk novels and their portrayals of the afterlife, the Electr…

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Episode 82: Ontario Summer Games 33:43

3M ago33:43

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The Ontario Summer Games were first delivered in 1973 by the City of Oshawa. Since then, the Games have grown to host over 3,500 participants, aged 12-18, competing in 18 sports. The London 2024 Ontario Summer Games presented by London Hydro will be the 27th edition. In this episode we speak with Zanth Jarvis, Director Sports Tourism at Tourism Lon…

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Episode 81: Aeolian Hall 1:23:01

4M ago1:23:01

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Episode 81: Aeolian Hall with Clark Bryan The Aeolian Hall is a staple in the London community as a place for music and gathering. The Aeolian Hall hosts some of the best shows in the city, but they are also a space for the community to come together and enjoy similar interests. Aeolian Hall hosts amazing programs as well such as El Sistema, the Ae…

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Episode 80: Amanda Movio 1:06:08

4M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Amanda Movio bends an old soulful sound into the modern world. Influenced by Hip-Hop, RnB, Jazz, Funk, and Soul, she holds her audience with an exclusive tone and lyrical puzzles. With her first EP 'The Chasm' coming late 2024 and an eagerly anticipated Eastern Canada Tour in collaboration with Lovetown Records, Amanda is excited to elevate her art…

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B less Serious < B more Curious 34:13

4M ago34:13

34:13

HEYOOO Happy New Year, Happy Eostre & Welcome back to the poddddd. I know i've been away for some time but i thought i'd finally make a return and drop the unexpected in. Just a bit of a life update and some fun little adventures that go down the rabbit hole and back out the cocoon. i hope you figure we're going on a trip... in our favourite rocket…

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Episode 79: London Lightning 1:07:20

5M ago1:07:20

1:07:20

The London Lightning is our city's professional basketball team playing in the basketball super league. The London Lightning formed in 2011 and have won 6 NBLC Championships in their short run thus far as a team. In this episode we talk with Doug about his basketball career, becoming the assistant coach of the lightning and moving up to head coach,…

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Episode 78: Guess Where Trips 32:24

5M ago32:24

32:24

Guess Where Trips is an experiential company that creates one-day trips for you to explore some hidden gems close to you! And all without knowing where you are heading before you start! With many trips leaving from London, you can choose which theme suits your interests, whether it’s spooky, craft breweries, waterfalls and more, and head on your wa…

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Episode 77: The Palasad 57:54

6M ago57:54

57:54

The Palasad (north or south) is your one stop shop for all things entertainment. From bowling, arcade games, pool, live music and more, there is something for everyone at the Palasad! In this episode we speak with the Palasad Director of Operations Marty Novak to learn more about how and why the Palasad was started, turning the north Palasad into t…

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Episode 76: The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival 34:20

6M ago34:20

34:20

The Great Outdoors Comedy Festival started in 2021 with one show in Edmonton, Alberta. Since then they have toured throughout Canada offering 3 days of top-tier comedians at each stop. This year, they are stopping in London for the first time! On July 19th, 20th, and 21st, Harris Park will be the spot to see comedians Nate Bargatze, Tom Sergura, Bi…

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Episode 75: DoughEV 48:37

7M ago48:37

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Dough EV is a new doughnut and coffee shop located in OEV! Started by Tara Davies, Dough EV offers amazing doughnuts with standard and seasonal flavours, along with coffee curated by bean wizard Juan Marulanda. 🔥⁠ Looking for somewhere to enjoy your sweet treat, great cup of coffee, look no further, Dough EV is the spot! They also recently started …

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Commentary track: 2010 Dirk Gently BBC4 pilot 1:02:31

9M ago1:02:31

1:02:31

Ed, Nemo and Louie watch through the 2010 BBC4 Pilot of Dirk Gently starring Stephen Mangan as Dirk, Darren Boyd as Richard MacDuff and Helen Baxendale as Susan Harmison. Does it still hold up after 13 years? Were the changes from the novels justified? Is the wonky and cheap CGI part of the charm? We answer all of these questions and more. 30 minut…

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almost got eaten by an angry kitty 45:38

9M ago45:38

45:38

Shalommmm long time no venture. i recorded this back in October about a week after getting home from Iceland so some time has definitely passed since, but 'tis still a good one! I realized after giving the short version (thankfully that's all i did) that i had already done a full episode on the first round to Spectrum lol oops... anyway round 2 was…

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Episode Thirty Eight: The original draft of Dirk Gently revealed! 51:18

9M ago51:18

51:18

Ed and Nemo talk about the several month old news regarding the hold up on the Dirk Gently animated series, as well as analysing the finally released book 42: The Wildly improbable ideas of Douglas Adams by Kevin Jon Davies. Also Ed talks about going to see the cult-classic bad film The Room in a theatre in Brighton on it's 20th anniversary. 42: Th…

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surviving iceland pt 3: this is where i belong 1:02:38

10M ago1:02:38

1:02:38

OKAAAAAAAY LETS GO welcome back, i'm happy to see you're thirsty for more. This is the final bit to my accidental 3 part podcast and holy smokes it's also my 40th episode! i hope it's been worth it LOL i mean it is and was for me, and i do really hope you enjoy listening as all over the place it seems to be as per usual. This last bit made me reall…

12M ago1:02:58

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flippity X3 37:26

12M ago37:26

37:26

Welcome to my chaotic adventures of August so far... Lots been going down, i really needed to just ramble about what's on my mind and also what has been happening as of lately. From cosmic meteor birthday showers, Vancouver ventures, to my frail mentality, oh its all in here. i promise it's good, Plz send love tho. K, catch ye on the... flippity ;)…

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the magical land of waterfalls 1:13:17

1y ago1:13:17

1:13:17

howdy, welcome back to another unexpected episode. or was it expected.... hmmm? Just messin w ya, This weeks episode is dedicated to a park i've been wanting to explore since i started chasing waterfalls; Wells Gray, just outside of Clearwater. What a magical place ya'll, if you get the chance to stop here for a visit, it is a MUST!! i did this epi…

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Phylis was fucking delicious 39:22

1y ago39:22

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hiiiiiiii im back and late as usual for another adventure :)))))))))))) thanks 4 being here! I've been watching all my friends live their best lives going out to festivals and i've got the dancing blues cuz i can't go :( All in the name of Iceland, boohoo me. So i thought i'd share a bit of my first experience from my first festival; Bass Coast, th…

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bless this mess 37:11

1y ago37:11

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welcome baaaack! This one is dedicated to the yearly girls trip my besties and i usually go off on... except this time was a lot different. More mild & not just the girls :o I had 0 planning in this one, i let them take the reigns this year. Wasn't anything i was expecting but i wasn't really expecting anything lol i will warn you though, the story…

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Was supposed to leave @9 & deff left @10 oops 43:27

1y ago43:27

43:27

Been gone for a bit, but coming back. Focusing on Canada Day Weekend -- it was full of the most expected and unexpected adventures. I also forgot how to English so bare with me lol aight see ya in the next oooone. ALSO if you'd like to sub & support the show you can do so here: adventures with a (adventures with a +) (buzzsprout.com) if ya tip I'll…

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oh wait, what was the point again? 12:49

1y ago12:49

12:49

i was hella in the moment and wanted to share it... that is why it's a short but sweet little episode today. Will maybe make a part 2 who knows, especially to connect the trailing thought about the mall lol I'll catch ya next time, until then i love ya but love yourself moooooore <3 Support the Show. Follow my insta for more adventures! Personal: 🜃…

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this will be so weird if i have to take a shit right here lol 1:14:00

1y ago1:14:00

1:14:00

yooooooo what's good my friends?! if ya'll follow the gram you know i went on a pretty on the whim spontaneous adventure to cross the Canadian/US border aaaaand what a trip that was. So here's some of the story for ya. I often forget a lot when im retelling my experiences so if you come across me in person don't hesistate to ask again, i'll probabl…

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Episode 71: LOST Cycle 47:23

1y ago47:23

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Episode 71: Lost Cycle LOST Cycle is a rhythm riding fitness studio with locations in the south and north end of the city. LOST opened in 2019, and over the past few years has grown and cultivated their own community of dedicated riders, which is more like a family. Offering multiple classes throughout the week, you will always be able to find a ri…

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Episode 70: Giggle Boys Comedy 1:29:35

1+ y ago1:29:35

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Episode 70: Giggle Boys Giggle Boys is a comedy duo, bringing comedians from across Canada to London for our enjoyment! 👏 Mitch VK & Aaron Stephanson are seasoned local stand-up comedians, having honed their craft at local open mics throughout London. They decided to come together to create Giggle Boys and host comedy shows at various locations in …

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the bread was SOGGY AF 43:03

1+ y ago43:03

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góðan dag! first off, ty for 500 DL's! now for what you came here for: i've been putting this one off for a while but it's been in the back of my mind waiting for it's time... & i think the timing is... just in time lol Back in 2021 i went on my *first* overnight backpacking experience. It was not at all what i was expecting and i have since learne…

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that burrito was like 5 lbs i swear 24:18

1+ y ago24:18

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shalom my homies, welcome back! we're goin off some Cinco de mayo vibes with fat burritos and jumpin in puddles. not together tho, that could be catastrophic. I missed the oppertuniy to post on may the 4th and im sad for myself but hope yall used the force wisely. its a short and sweet episode, ill *hopefully* have another next week but until then.…

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Episode 69: London Public Library 1:16:06

1+ y ago1:16:06

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The London Public Library is a place for everyone. They are an anchor in the community and a place for knowledge, creativity and information. They are London's home for books and borrowing. They inspire a love of reading and we support critical forms of literacy through all ages and stages. London Public Library serves the community through our 16 …

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going down all these rabbit holes 28:54

1+ y ago28:54

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hey welcome baaaack! call me aisha in wonderland cuz i just keep going down all these rabbit holes. Talking a bit about numerology and astrology so if you're not into that be prepared to be into it. JK but the episode is a bit sporadic (seems normal) but i apologize for being sort of distracted. the sun made an unexpected appearance and it took me …

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Episode 68: Film London 46:59

1+ y ago46:59

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Episode 68: Film London ⁠ With the support of our community partners, Film London's goal is to develop and enhance our city's film and television industry and to provide productions with a vibrant and economically viable location for filming. ⁠ Film London is a no-cost business concierge to help connect your production to the resources you're looki…

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Episode Thirty Seven: Douglas Adams' London with Yvette Keller 1:15:44

1+ y ago1:15:44

1:15:44

Ed and Nemo are joined by Yvette Keller to talk about her recently released literary tourism map, Douglas Adams' London. Find out how Yvette picked her 42 places, which ones were left and why, the app and book she plans to do next, and where you should go if you only have 42 minutes to spend in London. We also cover some news about Kevin Jon Davies…

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Episode 67: Western Fair Market 54:24

1+ y ago54:24

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Episode 67: Western Fair Market Located in the heart of Old East Village, the Market is home to 100+ permanent vendors. The first floor is home to a wide range of produce, baked goods, handcrafted cheeses, prepared foods and more! While the second floor features the best and most unique craftspeople, artists and artisans, together with an eclectic …

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sicamous? but it didn't look like an animal poo... 23:03

1+ y ago23:03

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sicamous = sick a moose. plz tell me ye got that.. or didn't whatever it's fine. welcome back, if your new welcome anyway :) i went on an adventure to Sicamous and it had me revisit an adventure from a few years back. i def said 2019 but now that i'm remembering clearly post edit it was for sure 2020. during covid i got ballsy to explore waterfalls…

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there's absolutely no way in fuck im turning back and going the way i just came from 25:18

1+ y ago25:18

25:18

hey my guys, on this episode i took some inspo from my adventure in the new year and took advantage of my audio recording when i went for an unexpected? hike and scaled up a mountain like a mountain goat. I got lost again of course and i will continue too, that's why i have a podcast lol so y'all can immerse yourself in my struggles. No pain no gai…

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sadness can be so delicious 30:10

1+ y ago30:10

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heyo im bach, jk but when i pass i do want you to cry for me regardless of where i might be going. don't understand? google is a useful tool. Sup, we're back with another enlightening connected adventure featuring a super cool organ -- The Lungs and BREATH but also our Stomach and FOOD. lets talk about it. if you're following the socials (which if …

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Episode 66: Hyland Cinema 1:57:37

1+ y ago1:57:37

1:57:37

The original 514-seat Hyland cinema opened as the Elmwood in the Depression-laden 1930s. The south London showplace offered double features made up of second-run movies. Later, it became a first-run art house specializing in British films such as Henry V, starring Laurence Olivier.⁠ ⁠ The new 414-seat single screen Hyland Cinema is independently ow…

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idk how long to mic a banana for 57:41

1+ y ago57:41

57:41

ayo whats good my little venturies. this episode we're diving into some nonchalant baking with my bestie Megaaaaaan! To be honest we had talked about and planned on making an episode but time got the best of us and we left it for last minute... and my brain was in 5 different zones (packing to return home, being present, eating, blah blah etc) so e…

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don't bring your dog to Vietnam 39:34

1+ y ago39:34

39:34

Heeeeeey! This week i thought it would be fun to do an adventure in the house -- more specifically the kitchen. Marlene, my roommate from France joins us as we make some french onion wine (ifykyk) and talk about Valentine Day stories, travel, and whatever else you hear along the way. If you're looking for a new recipe for subtle crazy fun this migh…

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carrrrllll, i gotta get some balls 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

44:37

Yooooooo what's poppin? we're back at it again with another jumble of adventures and life lessons from yours truly. it was truly one of those weeks where it was literally monday. the entire week, so prepare for my passionate and aggressive choice of words. thanks to our beautiful atmosphere - the sky, i was able to sail through the highs and lows w…

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Episode 65: Winter Spectacular 1:07:18

1+ y ago1:07:18

1:07:18

In this episode, we speak with festival organizer Savannah about what to expect at this year’s festival, how the festival came to be in the first place, why they went on hiatus and why they decided to come back this year, some of Sav’s favourite memories from past festivals and what she’s looking forward most this year, and much more! Winter Specta…

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wow, okay. it's the emerald camel toe 43:54

1+ y ago43:54

43:54

yooooo welcome back to your favourite adventure podcast. Tbh it reminds me of the magic school bus, you never know what kind of trip you're embarking on. i thought this week we'd reminisce in the December adventure i never spoke about, but now's the best time because next week Liz will be joining for an episode and maybe she'll have something to ad…

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Episode 64: The Sugar Shack 1:22:12

1+ y ago1:22:12

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Episode 64: Simon Larochette of Sugar Shack ⁠ Sugar Shack is a recording studio located in the Soho neighbourhood of London that has been recording some of your local favourite bands for over a decade. The studio is home to an extensive collection of guitars, amps, keyboards, and drum kits both vintage and modern. In this episode, we speak with Sim…

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ya need to do donuts in the roundabout 36:35

1+ y ago36:35

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Hey! welcome back and if you're new, welcome to the wildest podcast. We never know what adventure we're on. Today we accidentally did some therapy so I just want to thank you for being here, listening, and hopefully you can find something to help you along your own therapeutic journey. So this is therapy with A, and we are looking at rejection and …

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took 15 mins to explain the white board, yes it all connects 15:10

1+ y ago15:10

15:10

adventures with art ~ i was creating and having thoughts. since we're trying new things out this year and after experimenting with it a bit more with last weeks episode, i decided that i'd start sharing some of the voice memo's i make to log my thoughts when i can't seem to keep up with writing them out. have fun! Support the Show. Follow my insta …

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