Best Look Gnomes Podcasts (2025)

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First Look: Comic Con Belfast 2025 & Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary 28:33

11h ago28:33

28:33

Cosplay, comics, and… cuddly donkeys? In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we dive into two worlds that couldn’t be more different — the vibrant energy of Comic Con Belfast 2025, and the peaceful charm of the Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary in Devon. At Comic Con Belfast, we take a first look at the best costumes, panels, and pop culture moments lightin…

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S4 Ep. 5: The Opening Crack - Worker Bee Honey Cream Ale 42:04

19d ago42:04

42:04

This Opening Crack gets a little sweet as they guys dive into the Worker Bee Honey Cream Ale from Remedy Brewing Company in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Then stick around to scrape the Bottom of the Barrel, this week discussion favorite music.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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From AI to Steam Power: Sora, Cornish Engines, 90s Car Rallies & LEGO Tips for Dads | First Look Gnomes Podcast 42:55

20d ago42:55

42:55

Step into the workshop of wonder with First Look Gnomes! In this episode, we explore the power of innovation — from the cutting-edge AI Sora to the roaring nostalgia of Cornish steam engines and 90s car rallies. Join our gnome hosts as we uncover how creativity connects generations — including fun, hands-on LEGO building tips for dads and families.…

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Episode 35 – Monster Bash and a new season? Now you wanna get nuts? Come on! Let's get nuts. 1:22:00

1M ago1:22:00

1:22:00

Welcome to this Monster Bash special episode of the BBNE1? Podcast. Not only do we go through all of the event sponsors, with a full list of the prizes and gifts they have provided us, but we will also be giving our take on the new season which has just been announced, what we like, what we don’t. Are we excited? Are we worried? Bit of both? We go …

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S4 Ep. 4: Bastions 20:37

1M ago20:37

20:37

Time to go build a castle! Wizards of the Coast finally gave us official structure for bastions with the 2024 Dungeon Master Guid. Let's discuss!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Gnome Vault: Viral Bunny Cup Craze, Funniest Gnome Jokes & Ryder Cup 2025 Real Quotes 11:22

1M ago11:22

11:22

In this Gnome Vault mini episode, we revisit the viral sensation Bunnies in Cups—a heart-melting trend that’s taken the UK by storm. Expect laughs with gnome jokes and exclusive bonus content featuring the Top 8 real quotes overheard at Ryder Cup 2025. Whether you’re here for cute bunny content, quirky gnome humour, or golf’s most unexpected soundb…

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S4 Ep. 3: The Opening Crack: Unicorn Fight Club 58:12

1M ago58:12

58:12

On this Opening Crack the guys dip back into Millstream Brewing and give a sour a try with Unicorn Fight Club. And stick around because after the crack the guys scrape the bottom of the barrel with a new segment!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Episode 34 - In a battle between a two hundred year old Orc and the entire Fling Nation, who picks the half time snack? 2:14:33

2M ago2:14:33

2:14:33

Welcome back to episode 34 of BBNE1?. This episode Shipaz, Lpoolcookie and TheCowDaddy are joined by the two hundred year old orc, Blood Bowl Grud where they look to decide on what would be the best Blood Bowl Squad if you could only take one of each positional. Shipaz attempts to take us through another long shot play and tell us the odds. TheCowD…

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S4 Ep. 2: Species Review - Gnome 18:39

2M ago18:39

18:39

Short episode incoming! (See what we did there?) Get ready to go off the rails with as we discuss the Gnome species.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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First Look at the 90’s & Potty Training | Nostalgia Meets Parenting Chaos 31:06

2M ago31:06

31:06

🎧 In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we take a first look at two worlds that couldn’t be more different — but are both hilariously unforgettable. 👉 First up, it’s the 90’s! From Tamagotchis and dial-up internet to baggy jeans and Britpop, we dive into the nostalgia that defined a generation. If you grew up in the 90’s, you’ll be nodding (and lau…

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S4 Ep. 1 - Let's Kick Off Season 4! 36:20

2M ago36:20

36:20

SEASON 4! Lets goooo. The guys have a discussion about what you can expect through out season 4 and the changes coming this year.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Peter Kay’s Tour, The Darkness Tour & Helifest Cornwall | Comedy, Rock & Festival First Look 35:48

2M ago35:48

35:48

🎧 In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we’re taking three very different trips into live entertainment — from belly laughs to big riffs and even a festival with helicopters! 👉 First up, we explore Peter Kay’s Tour, the long-awaited comedy comeback that’s packing out arenas and proving why Kay is still the king of observational humour. 👉 Then, it’s…

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Toddler Brio Train Obsession & What Is a Hematoma? | First Look Gnomes 31:36

3M ago31:36

31:36

The Gnomes are back with a fresh first look — and this time, we’re diving into two wildly different, but totally relatable, topics. First, we tackle the hematoma — that mysterious bump or bruise (often on the shin!) that shows up after a knock. Is it dangerous? How long does it last? When should you worry? Then, we switch gears to something every p…

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Gnome Vault: Cornish Knockers, Championship Snooker & The Fart That Started It All 18:00

3M ago18:00

18:00

A short, hilarious comedy podcast throwback from First Look Gnomes. In this Gnome Vault episode, we revisit: 🪓 Cornish Knockers – strange and cheeky mining folklore from Cornwall 🎱 Live Championship Snooker – the slowest sport with the funniest moments 💨 The Fart That Started It All – comedy history you didn’t know you needed If you love funny shor…

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Gnome Vault: Empire Strips Back & the Rise of Nasal Breathing Devices 24:30

3M ago24:30

24:30

Take a trip back with the Gnomes as we crack open the Gnome Vault to revisit some unforgettable first looks. In this throwback episode, we dive into The Empire Strips Back — the cheeky Star Wars burlesque parody that’s taken fans by surprise. Then we switch gears to explore nasal breathing devices, including the Breathe-Easy, and how they stack up …

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Gnome Vault: A Look Back at Kidney Stones – Symptoms, Causes & What to Do 10:59

3M ago10:59

10:59

Kidney stones can be tiny—but the pain is unforgettable. In this special Gnome Vault throwback, we revisit one of our earliest episodes to break down everything you need to know about kidney stones, including: Common kidney stone symptoms What causes them to form How to manage the pain When to seek medical help Tips for prevention and hydration Whe…

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First Cruise with a Toddler on P&O Iona + Isle of Wight Festival at 40 54:19

4M ago54:19

54:19

P&O Iona family cruise ! Travel with kids... not your usual UK Travel Podcast & Isle of Wight Festival at 40 Recent travel adventures, reflecting on the joys and challenges of holidays as 40-something dads while trading dad jokes and first-look experiences. • Walliams reviews a "bread and butter modern ale" from Vocation Brewery, giving it a 7 out …

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First Look: Battersea Power Station Revamp + Google I/O 2025 Highlights 34:38

4M ago34:38

34:38

In this episode of First Look Gnomes, we explore the stunning transformation of Battersea Power Station in London and break down the biggest announcements from Google I/O 2025 — including AI, Android 15, and Gemini updates. Battersea Power Station redevelopment Google I/O 2025 announcements AI features from Google Things to do near Battersea Google…

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BONUS Episode - TTRPG Shuffle: WotC and Darrington Press 24:20

5M ago24:20

24:20

We chat about the teleportation circle that has moved at least two people from Wizards of the Coast to Darrington Press this week.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Fortnite for Parents – Center Parcs Chaos & First-Time E-Bikes 1:00:55

5M ago1:00:55

1:00:55

A candid chat on keeping kids safe (and sane) in Fortnite, our Center Parcs getaway, plus what we learned test-riding electric bikes We're back for series four with a packed episode covering digital parenting challenges, family holiday adventures, and hilarious mishaps with new technology. • Navigating Fortnite as a parent – understanding parental …

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Episode 33 - I said I love you to the new star players, they burst into tiers.... 3:21:06

5M ago3:21:06

3:21:06

Welcome to our 33rd episode. It’s a big un with a whole host of discussion topics. Our main talking point is the stars which we haven't yet placed into our tier list. Basically the ones in the latest almanac. We discuss their pro's and cons to decide whether any of them can actually be as bad as Gretchin Wachter. We have an impassioned room double …

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Season 4 Coming Soon! First Look Gnomes: Uncovering the Strange & Surprising – Now in Laos! 2:08

5M ago2:08

2:08

Season 4 Coming 19th June 2025 🎙️ First Look Gnomes – Your Gateway to the Weird & Wonderful! Join Mr Walliams (Cornwall) and Mr Hodgkiss (Belfast) as they explore strange facts, bizarre mysteries, and unexpected knowledge. Broadcasting from a garden shed in Cornwall and a a hut in Belfast, these two dads bring you quirky trivia, offbeat discussions…

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#3 - Bruce Lee Asked for COKE in Handwritten Letters (Yes, Really) 11:37

5M ago11:37

11:37

In this episode of Letter Rip, we dive into the wild, real-life drug letters written by martial arts icon Bruce Lee. In 2021, over 40 handwritten notes surfaced, revealing Bruce’s candid requests for cocaine, LSD, cannabis, and even firearms, all written with a philosopher’s flair and a street dealer’s confidence. We explore Bruce's blend of wisdom…

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S3 Ep 20: That's a wrap...on Season 3 13:42

5M ago13:42

13:42

We look back on the fun that was season three and what is to come in season four of Bards and Barrels!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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First Look Gnomes: Discover the Strange & Surprising . A Trailer 1:17

5M ago1:17

1:17

🎙️ First Look Gnomes – The Podcast That Digs Deep into the Weird & Wonderful! Join Mr Walliams (Cornwall) and Mr Hodgkiss (Belfast) in their quirky, offbeat journey through the strange, surprising, and downright hilarious. Broadcasting from the shed at the bottom of the garden and a outside hut in Belfast, these two dads bring you random facts, pec…

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S3 Ep 19: Using the Help Action 15:23

5M ago15:23

15:23

This week the guys pay tribute to the Beatles and then dive into using the help action and other ways that you can help out while playing DnD!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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First Look Gnomes: The Garden Shed Chronicles - A Trailer 1:17

6M ago1:17

1:17

Season 4 Coming Soon First Look Gnomes Podcast – A First Look at the Unusual, the Unknown, and the Unexpected! Join Cornishman Mr Walliams and Wulfrunian Mr Hodgkiss as they dive into the weird, wonderful, and downright bizarre in their twice monthly podcast, First Look Gnomes. Broadcasting from the shed at the bottom of the garden in Cornwall and …

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#2 - Jourdon Anderson: To My Old MASTER 56:08

6M ago56:08

56:08

This week on Letter Rip, we dive into one of the greatest slow-burn roast letters in American history, written by a freed slave to the guy who literally shot him twice. In 1865, Jourdon Anderson, now a free man living in Ohio, received a letter from his former master, Colonel P.H. Anderson, begging him to return to the plantation. Yes, the same man…

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BONUS: The Opening Crack - Breckenridge Brewery: IPA Review 56:48

6M ago56:48

56:48

On this Opening Crack we review FOUR IPAs from Breckenridge Brewery! We had a blast tasting and discussing these brews. Stand by for the usual shenanigans in long form as well taste, rate and have a good time. Prost!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Universal Studios in the UK? Season 3 Ends with Big News & Bad Jokes 58:39

6M ago58:39

58:39

Season 3 Grand FINALE Join us at the bottom of the garden for a first look at; Universal Studios London Beast Games Switch 2 E-Bikes and the usual , Fishpond of Feedback, Gno-it-all Gnome and.... the bad jokes! In the grand finale of Season 3, the First Look Gnomes celebrate with a spectacular (and spectacularly bad) Eminem parody that has everyone…

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S3 Ep 18: Combat Strategies for the Bad Guys 22:55

6M ago22:55

22:55

While it might seem that most monsters, cultist and general enemies just like to line up and get their butt kicked. The reality is they are strategizing too. Plotting an ambush, laying traps and maybe even saving their own skin. Tip of the day...play them that way.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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#1 - Jack The RIPPER: Letter 'From Hell' 51:05

6M ago51:05

51:05

In this premiere episode of Letter Rip, Zach dives into the 'From Hell' Letter written by Jack the Ripper. Here's some background on the infamous correspondence: On the night of October 15th, George Lusk—Chairman of the Whitechapel Vigilance Committee in London, a group of locals desperate to stop the brutal killings terrorizing their streets—recei…

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Dads, Grills, and Dad Skills 42:39

7M ago42:39

42:39

We dive into the world of barbecue season, sharing our experiences of selecting the perfect outdoor cooker and essential tips for successful grilling. • Choosing the right barbecue – weighing up gas versus charcoal options • Three essential barbecue hacks: herbs on coals for flavour, lemon and salt for cleaning, and baking soda to prevent rust • Us…

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S3 Ep 17: The Opening Crack - Abbey Ale 21:06

7M ago21:06

21:06

This week's beer comes to you from Martin City Brewing in Kansas City, it's the Belgian Style Abbey Ale. Buckle up becasue unsurprisingly the guys go off the rails a bit in this episode.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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The One Where We Discover We're #6 in Laos (Yes, Really) 47:35

7M ago47:35

47:35

We celebrate our 10th episode of Season 3 with an unexpected discovery of our international popularity, ranking as the #6 comedy podcast in Laos. The episode features beer tasting, wrestling adventures, Formula One predictions, and the return of the Gno-it-all Gnome. • Thirsty First: Sampling "Naughty and Nice" Chocolate Stout from Vocation Breweri…

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S3 Ep 16: Species Review - Human 16:36

7M ago16:36

16:36

Another species review incoming! This time it's all about YOU, the humans.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Gardening, Sports, and Beer: Dad Adventures 36:10

7M ago36:10

36:10

Ever wondered what happens when two dads combine their love of gardening, sports, and beer with the daily adventures of parenthood? Our latest episode takes you on a journey from a hilariously disastrous beer opening to ambitious Japanese garden designs and the quiet triumph of growing your first cucumber. Williams shares his adventures at Plymouth…

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S3 Ep 15: The Opening Crack: Tezcatlipoca 17:33

8M ago17:33

17:33

This weeks beer, Tezcatlipoca, comes from Diametric Brewing Company in Lee's Summit, Missouri!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Dads, Drinks, and Dad Jokes: A Hilarious Gnome Take 47:45

8M ago47:45

47:45

A mix of hilarious dad jokes, parenting tips, and tales of adventure await. We tackle listener feedback and the art of finding balance in family life, punctuated by laughter and reflections. • Welcome to First Look Gnomes: The absurdity of parenting • Tips for parents from our latest experiences • Bad dad jokes that make you groan or laugh • Engage…

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#61 - Kanye West's SUPERBOWL Antics, OF Creator Vs. 1000 Bodies, & Looking Back On Breaking Takes 1:46:23

8M ago1:46:23

1:46:23

On the final episode of BREAKING TAKES, Sam and Zach reflect on the podcast's journey, Kanye West's Super Bowl commercial, an Only Fans Creator that took down 1000 bodies, and more. SUBSCRIBE TO BREAKING TAKES PREMIUM: https://breakingtakes.supercast.com/ BREAKING TAKES LINKS: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breakingtakes/ TikTok: https://www.…

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S3 Ep 14: Class Review - Artificer 37:32

8M ago37:32

37:32

The last and possibly one of the more complex classes coming at you. This is the last in our original series reviewing the classes available in 2014 DnD 5e. Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Threads and Youtube -- @BardsandBarrels. Enjoy!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Why Dads Need Duct Tape and a Good Torch 36:15

8M ago36:15

36:15

Join us as we navigate through both calamity and comedy in this lively episode! We recount our personal experiences dealing with Storm Eowyn and the cascading chaos it brought to our lives. From roofs torn off to power outages. In the spirit of every diligent dad, we compile a must-have toolkit featuring everything from the essential torch for nigh…

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Episode 32 – Here’s looking at you kid, we’ll always have Monster Bash 2:17:23

8M ago2:17:23

2:17:23

Welcome to the first episode of 2025. It’s a big episode where we have taken on the mantra of new year new us quite literally. With a full complement of hosts we look into what rules we would like to see if a new season/box set is ever released. We have a new segment in room double 1 as well as the old favourites such as tell me the odds and the ep…

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S3 Ep 13: The Opening Crack: Black Walnut Wheat Ale 18:17

9M ago18:17

18:17

A unique beer from makes it's way to the table from Piney River Brewing Company, Black Walnut Wheat Ale. This was a fun episode, we hope you enjoy!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Missing Gnomes . Have you seen them ? 2:08

9M ago2:08

2:08

Our cherished gnome hosts seem to have taken an unexpected holiday in Fuerteventura, leaving listeners in suspense about their whereabouts and the next episode.... Write in to [email protected] with your first looks, questions for the gno-it-all gnome , Dad jokes or feedback for the fishpond. Click here via your Mobile Device to send us a…

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S3 Ep 12: Species Review - Elf 12:20

9M ago12:20

12:20

They guys debut of our first species review! Enter the classic elf. Come see why this should be the next species of your character!By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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First Looks at Disney on Ice & Thomas the Tank Engine 44:47

9M ago44:47

44:47

Walliams and Mr. Hodgkiss are here to give you some more first looks on their every other week podcast Walliams takes the plunge with a robust 8.4% double IPA from North Brewery, while Mr. Hodgkiss opts for something less intoxicating. We then whisk you away on a fantastic, ice-filled adventure to Disney on Ice in Belfast, where the magic of childh…

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S3 Ep 11: The Opening Crack - Pickle Sour 16:45

10M ago16:45

16:45

Here we go again. The guys take a sip of a pickle sour....find out how this beer, coming from Loveland Aleworks in Loveland, Colorado, tickled the tastebuds.By Ross Struss, Brett Miller and Phil Boon

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Fatherly Follies and Retro Revelations 49:10

10M ago49:10

49:10

Ever wondered what it's like to juggle fatherhood, podcasting, and the occasional stair tumble? We're not saying we've nailed it, but we sure have some stories to tell! Join us, Walliams and Mr. Hodgkiss, as we navigate through the delightful chaos of parenting, technical glitches, and holiday mishaps. From recounting our unrecorded yet unforgettab…