Best Mr Chatter Podcasts (2024)

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#276 Photographing BEAUTIFUL MONSTERS and the perfect next X-Pro 46:13

29m ago46:13

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As Kev heads for sunnier climes we talk about life after weddings for Mullins Inc. as he counts down to his final nuptials gig, although he’s considering second shooting in a lomography style, maybe, perhaps. Also on the show, commercially and creatively making life simple, shooting professionally with the oldest digital cameras you can source, fin…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 725: YOU JUST CAN'T GET RID OF CHARLOTTE! 1:36:07

5d ago1:36:07

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Here we are for episode 725! In which Bettina tales tells of encountering Charlotte, Paul goes for a day trip and Douglas gets a massive shock! Our next show - #726 sees Paul and Nick catching up to discuss some more random words and the anecdotes that they inspire! We also have a new song made using Udio, with lyrics by Mr Yeti - it's called SQUEA…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 724: MUFFLEY AND THE DANCE OF THE STONES... 1:52:27

9d ago1:52:27

1:52:27

Here we are for episode 724! This time Paul finally gets to meet Muffleyontour in person - renowned listener and collaborator on the show! Follow them on their day out to Avebury! We also have some especially commissioned songs and Paul and Nick G also head back to March 1990 to compare diary entries. We also have a 3 different versions of a song c…

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#275 Time to try film, or is it? And all hail the mighty Viltrox lens 49:57

12d ago49:57

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Kev’s been doing what can only be described as speed-head-shooting, though his passion for country music is at last paying off as Neale eulogises about a Mullins favourite, Hank Williams. Also on the show, a shed-load of darkroom kit has turned up at Mullins HQ, the difference between dentists and photographers, using second shooters and assistants…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 723: BABY GRIZZLY IS IN DEMAND! 1:36:51

14d ago1:36:51

1:36:51

Here we are for episode 723! In which YUJ comes up with a dodgy plan to impress Charlotte - but will Grizzly agree? In our extra material we also dive back into Fortnite with some of the regulars! Our next episode, #724 sees Paul finally gets to meet Muffley in person - renowned SLP listener and collaborator! Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.c…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 722: PAUL AND MARTIN'S 1978 MUSIC CHATTER-FEST! 1:49:35

23d ago1:49:35

1:49:35

Here we are for episode 722; in which Paul and Martin discuss the music stars of 1978! This time we discuss such acts as Kate Bush, Brian And Michael, The Bee Gees, Boney M, 10CC, The Boomtown Rats and Olivia Newton John - not to mention one or two more! We also join Paul on another occasion as he prepares to celebrate Harry's 50th birthday! Our ne…

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#274 HELP! Fujifilm flippy screens are driving me mad! 46:50

27d ago46:50

46:50

Kev’s got extreme hay fever, which serves him right for cutting crop circles, and he’s considering his next photographic genre, which may just bring his love of martial arts and photography together. Today on the show, how powerful does your laptop have to be to handle GFX files? We have a strong case of flippy or tilty screen-gate, where one of ou…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 721: A VIRTUAL REALITY VERSE-READING SHY YETI! 1:47:01

28d ago1:47:01

1:47:01

Here we are for episode 721! In which Paul's return to live poetry performance suddenly escalate to ambitious levels! We also have some more Call My Bluff words to baffle and bamboozle Paul and Mateusz! Thanks to Darth Grizzly (aka Mateusz) for all his help with this edition of the show! Our next episode, #722 sees us catching up with Martin Holmes…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 720: STREWTH! THE BIRTHDAY TWINS ARE BACK! 2:25:03

1M ago2:25:03

2:25:03

Here we are for episode 720! Strewth! The birthday twin is back as Paul and Andy discuss the season finale episodes of 80's Australian soap opera juggernaut, Sons and Daughters! In our next episode, #721 Paul considers following ABBA's example by using a form of virtual reality to perform his poetry for him! This is going to come over just great on…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 719: YETI CHATS, TUNES AND A WHOLE LOT OF MISCHIEF! 1:56:07

1M ago1:56:07

1:56:07

Here we are for episode 719! In which Paul gets chatting, whilst Cromitty and Yeti Uncle John have some rather unethical plans brewing! We also have four special guests and four new yeti songs! Our songs this time are A DAY IN THE LIFE OF CATHERINE CRUMB, DEELEY THE WERECAT, LOSING MY KEYS and MASTER TINY, GIANT JIM... They were made using Udio, bu…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 718: WHEN GRIZZLY CAME TO PAINT THE TOWN RED! 2:06:17

1M ago2:06:17

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Here we are for episode 718! This time we take an alternate look at Grizzly's recent visit as he spends a few days touring London with Paul, this time accompanied by the regulars - what will they all get up to? Thanks to Harry F - our special guest this time! This episode also includes the songs - LUCA THE TIME TRAVELLINF BEAR, SUTTON PARK (A VERY …

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#273: Do I really need the VI, or will the X100V do? 48:52

1M ago48:52

48:52

Neale is celebrating 20 years of shooting weddings and planning for the next 20, whilst Kev counts down his final three! Or are they? However, he reveals some big judo plans! Questions and mails today on how to choose Fujifilm simulations when editing in Lightroom or X Raw Studio, whether it’s time to upgrade from the V to the VI in X00-land, a per…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 717: SINGING THE PRAISES OF THE SHY LIFE PODCAST! (8TH ANNIVERSARY SPECIAL!) 1:42:45

2M ago1:42:45

1:42:45

Here we are for episode 717 in which we celebrate 8 years of The Shy Life Podcast!! Paul and Grizzly head to Beargrrria to reunite with Ozzy and Charlie Grrr... what plans does the bear have in store this time!? We also hear what Douglas and Boo are up to and do another Call My Bluff quiz! Our next episode, #718 sees an alternate account of Darth G…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 716: HANGING FROM THE GOSSIP-VINE WITH SHY YETI! 1:39:56

2M ago1:39:56

1:39:56

Here we are for episode 716! In which Paul has lots of gossip for Toppie which involves Yeti Uncle John and the return of Charlotte Shade! We also take a trip with Paul and Nick and find out what they were up to in mid-March 1990. Our next episode, #717 sees us celebrating the 8th anniversary of The Shy Life Podcast as Ozzy steps out in front of th…

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#272: More chatter about the X-Pro4 and photographing from space 47:26

2M ago47:26

47:26

Kev tries his hand at horse photography at one of high society's biggest events, and Neale signs the boys up to set sail on a pirate radio ship. This week, the big Netflix shows currently being watched in the James and Mullins households, looking for a new professional photography career, do lenses need to be perfect or are some of the classics of …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 715: THE BUDGERIGAR AND THE BIG BLUE PILLS! 1:59:04

2M ago1:59:04

1:59:04

Here we are for episode 715! In which Uncle Warren is back to talk TV, Cromitty is minding a neighbour's budgerigar and Yeti Uncle John has some nice blue pills to sell! By the way, we're discussing TV from the year 1980 this time around! Thank you to Warren this time for coming to visit us - many apologies for YUJ's behaviour again! Sorry! In our …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 714: THE MYSTERIOUS ARRIVAL OF ALABASTER GUTMUNCH! 1:27:03

2M ago1:27:03

1:27:03

Here we are for episode 714! In which Paul is intrigued by the arrival of a mysterious visitor named Alabaster Gutmunch - but who is he really!? Our extra material this time comes from our old friend Ozzy who is away overseas on a mission; what has he been dragged into this time? Many thanks to our special guest Toppie Smellie! Our next show - #715…

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#271: No more meetings, I’m becoming a photographer! 46:31

2M ago46:31

46:31

Kev’s been wrecking vans but all for a good cause, meanwhile Neale has announced(ish) his latest idea in a long line of ideas from the ideas factory. Today we talk about a Viltrox lens so impressive, it also doubles as a speed-radar(!), swapping back to Adobe products after a time away and why we prefer the tech ecosystem, keeping up with the lates…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 713: WHEN MATEUSZ REALLY TRULY CAME TO LONDON! 2:08:16

3M ago2:08:16

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Here we are for episode 713! In the first of two episodes this month - one REAL and one FICTIONAL Mateusz spends a few days touring London with Paul - what will they get up to? Thanks to Harry F - our special guest this time! On our next episode, #714, Paul is intrigued by the arrival of a mysterious visitor named Alabaster Gutmunch - but who is he…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 712: SHY YETI AND THE BABY GRIZZLY DISASTER! 1:37:44

3M ago1:37:44

1:37:44

Here we are for episode 712! In which Paul shows off to Grizzly down in Cromitty's laboratory but gets more trouble than he expected; even YUJ gets dragged into the whole dilemma! Meanwhile, in our extra material Paul and Cromitty dabble with AI! Our next episode, #713 sees Mateusz coming to visit Paul for a week - IN REAL LIFE!! What will they get…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 711: IN WHICH DEELEY CAT GETS TO HAVE HIS SAY! 1:21:01

3M ago1:21:01

1:21:01

Here we are for episode 711! In which Deeley the Pretty Little Tomato talks directly to us and shares his inner cat thoughts! We also have more Italian lessons with our good friend, Gianluca! Our next episode, #712 sees Paul showing off to Grizzly but he very quickly gets into more trouble than he bargained for! Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yaho…

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#270: Keeping Mr. Google happy & can ChatGPT be your writer? 48:37

3M ago48:37

48:37

Neale has his website homework marked by Mr. Mullins, who has spent the last month learning about the most dangerous job in the world - which will be revealed. Also today, a setting that could be slowing your shooting down, an ideal camera for studio strobe work, constant light source is your friend, Instagram’s most cliché shots, using two camera …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 710: YETI UNCLE JOHN AND THE BEAR RIDERS!! 1:16:21

3M ago1:16:21

1:16:21

Here we are for episode 710! In which Yeti Uncle John confesses that he was once part of a super hero group called The Bear Riders which may or may not have been the influence for The Power Rangers!! We also have extra material where Grizzly and Paul find that their bluffs are being called! Our next episode, #711 sees Deeley having his say as we ge…

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#269: Upgrading your camera: Why? And back to the darkroom 42:53

3M ago42:53

42:53

Kev wonders whether his new X-Pro dreams have filtered through to the ‘We shall consider’ file. Meanwhile, switch on your ai face recognition, it has arrived on Pic-Time’s platform, our sponsors and the finest online gallery space. Also today on the show, upgrades, do you need to upgrade from the X-T4 to the X-T5? We also talk about film photograph…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 709: CHATTERBOXING IN THE ONLY WAY WE KNOW HOW! 2:15:36

3M ago2:15:36

2:15:36

Here we are for episode 709! In which the Chatterbox gang are back again to discuss all manner of weird and wonderful subjects... We also have some extra material from behind the scenes of recent episodes, plus a first attempt at episode 703 which Paul began recording on an afternoon when he was actually feeling pretty sleepy and so abandoned the s…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 708: ARE YOU A FOOL... OR IS IT A SECRET?! 1:25:58

4M ago1:25:58

1:25:58

Here we are for episode 708! In which we catch up with some of the misadventures surrounding Shy Yeti and the gang during Easter and April Fool's weekend 2024. Paul and Grizzly find themselves taking on too many secrets whilst Yeti Uncle John plays a prank which backfires badly! We also ask the regulars some would-you-rather questions! On our next …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 707: SHY YETI'S REALLY RATHER OBSCURE TV CHAT! 1:51:25

4M ago1:51:25

1:51:25

Here we are for episode 707! In which In which Paul is joined by Nick and Toppie to discuss some obscure TV shows from the past both in the UK and USA! Our next episode, #708 sees us revealing what April Fool's pranks were played on the team this year and who were the pranksters! Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.co.uk if you have any comments …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 706: SHAMELESS CHARLOTTE SHADE IS BACK IN TOWN! 1:22:35

4M ago1:22:35

1:22:35

Here we are for episode 706! In which Bettina is faced with a rival - are they old friends or old enemies? Our extra material includes a chat with Levi languages spoken in St Lucia and we also have another early online appearance of Paul's; Test 14 of BLOGTV... The poems included in it are: CUB UP A TREE and THINGS AIN'T WHAT THEY USED TO BE - PT 1…

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#268: Presenting work you HATE and YouTube trolling 43:39

4M ago43:39

43:39

Kev's nervously optimistic ahead of the Welsh qualifier against Poland, considering an unusual Tikkety Tok channel and musing over the number of holes in an average crumpet, but he's still single-handedly campaigning for the new X100(6) to be known as the V.I. Neale remains to be convinced. Also, YouTube trolling, camera supply issues, desired arti…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 705: TALKING ABOUT BOOKS WITH MAMA YETI (2023 EDITION) 1:21:33

4M ago1:21:33

1:21:33

Here we are for episode 705! In which Paul and his mum discuss the 39 books that he read during 2023, plus we hear an update on some of the books that Mama Yeti has been reading herself and also those that she has recently received for the phone-box book repository that she's in charge of! Our next episode, #706 sees us encounter an old nemesis of …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 704: THE RETURN OF SCRAFFY THE ROBOT TEDDY BEAR! 1:32:16

4M ago1:32:16

1:32:16

Here we are for episode 704! In which we are reunited with Scraffy The Robot Teddy Bear... but can Paul's new friend be trusted? Can his old ones be trusted for that matter!?! We also have extra material featuring Paul and Nick G as the two friends continue sharing entries from their 1990 diaries - this time covering the 5th to the 11th March 1990.…

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#267: LIVE from Fujifilm's House of Photography, London! 1:03:59

4M ago1:03:59

1:03:59

Special guests street photographer Mr. Whisper, the latest Fujifilm X-Photographer Emily Renier and Fujifilm’s Marketing Manager Andreas Georghiades, join Neale in Covent Garden, London at Fujifilm’s House of Photography. Questions to and thoughts from a live audience today include thoughts about on personal authenticity, whether photographers need…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 703: IKK RECEIVES A GRIZZLY GUEST! 1:19:46

5M ago1:19:46

1:19:46

Here we are for episode 703! In which gets a visitor and the talk of the town concerns Phoenixes... something which could lead to danger! Our extra material this time is more poetry following on from our last episode - featuring Paul and the mysterious Gary Groves! Many thanks to our special guest, Grizzly for appearing in this edition! On our next…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 702: JOHN, I'M ONLY RHYMING... AND OTHER STORIES! 1:42:44

5M ago1:42:44

1:42:44

Here we are for episode 702! In which Mr Yeti catches up with his old Poetry pal in crime, John Smallshaw for a bit of a natter and some poems from Paul's PIECES OF SHY YETI collection! In addition to this we also have a recordings of John from a live show from 2011 and an episode of Paul doing a show on BLOGTV in July 2009. Our next episode, #703 …

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#266: The X100VI is out - review & last chance for FUJICAST LIVE tickets 47:24

5M ago47:24

47:24

It’s new camera week! The boys are excited over the launch, at last, of the latest Fujifilm X100 camera; the X100VI, or SIX! Aside from the thoughts about the numbering of the camera, we hear about the upgrades, the sensor and the reason to consider this a serious contender for inclusion in that pocket of space you may have in your kit bag. Also to…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 701: THAT FOUL MONKEY ADAM IS BACK!! 1:06:08

5M ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Here we are for episode 701! In which Paul and Adam discuss more of the music that they liked in the latter half of 2023, plus some of what they are looking forward to in 2024! Our next episode, #702 sees Mr Yeti catch up with his old Poetry pal in crime, John Smallshaw for a natter and some poems from Paul's PIECES OF SHY YETI collection! Do join …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 700: REGINALD PIPES AND THE OH-SO EVIL NEMESIS! 1:24:36

5M ago1:24:36

1:24:36

Here we are for episode 700! In which rumours of a future death are voiced whilst Reginald finally faces his nemesis in a dramatic and we finally learn how he is connected to Wilson Comet... This episode we also have extra material with Levi as he and Paul head for a cream tea at The Red Lion! We also learn some Italian from Gianluca, although Paul…

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#265: Please Sir, I want an X-Pro 4? And the truth about landscape shooters! 40:39

5M ago40:39

40:39

Kev’s knee is on the mend at last, fresh from recording an interview with Neale about his life as a working Mullins! Also on the show, buffer speeds slowing down your camera, buggy mechanical shutters, the ideal lens for photographing indoor sport, a firefighting proof camera, logging where you make your pictures with GPS, photography galleries in …

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 699: LOVE MOVES IN MYSTERIOUS WAYS! (VALENTINE'S DAY SPECIAL - 2024) 1:20:51

5M ago1:20:51

1:20:51

Here we are for episode 699! It's Valentine's Day and Bettina is in the mood to match-make Douglas and Boo - meanwhile the old haunted music box threatens to contain sinister secrets; but will Poulty the Poltergeist be able to assist? Thanks to Gianluca C and Mateusz W for all their helps with this edition. Our next show - #700 sees Reginald finall…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 698: ALIEN IKK'S EVER-SO FROSTY VISITORS LIST! 1:34:38

6M ago1:34:38

1:34:38

Here we are for episode 698! In which we return to the here and now as the gang visit Ikk whilst he is in suspended animation - but things do not go quite as planned! We also have a special guest this episode - Uncle Warren - who joins us to share a few secrets! On our next episode, #699, it's already Valentine's Day and Bettina is all set for some…

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Episode #264: Why don’t I like my photographs?! And content is KING 38:23

6M ago38:23

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Neale is on his African odyssey, whilst Kev is left shivering in Malmesbury but the show goes on as normal. Today on the show, the full agenda for our special FujiCast event at the House of Photography in London on the 2nd March this year, camera repairs, Lightroom user tips, squishing and squashing images for the web, learning to love your own pic…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 697: HOUSEWARMING DAY FOR THE RATHER SNAPPY SNAIL! 1:34:38

6M ago1:34:38

1:34:38

Here we are for episode 697! This time we look back a month or two as the gang catch up with what happened to the rather snappy snail - and we even learn it's name! This episode we also have some more quizzing between Paul and Calum! Our next show, #698 sees us back in the current day as we attempt to welcome Ikk back into the family - even if he i…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 696: SHY YETI AND THE BIG MUSIC HITS OF 2001! 1:26:43

6M ago1:26:43

1:26:43

Here we are for episode 696! In which Paul and prolific podcaster Leigh R (Chewing The Cud, etc.) return to tackle some of the big tunes of 2001! Our next episode, #697 sees us returning to our previous adventure (#695) set several months ago, concerning the Snappy Snail - not to mention what occurred to Cromitty then involving Wilson Comet! Please…

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#263: What do you desire of a new X100 camera? And looking for inspiration 40:24

6M ago40:24

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Happy New Year: is it? The question Kev’s friends are asking in Malmesbury - we think it will be, as we look ahead a little more to the FujiCast Live event in London on March 2nd. Today on the show, what the boys would like to find if there is to be a new X100 successor to the V, how to beat the buffer blues when your camera slows down in burst mod…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 695: YETI UNCLE JOHN AND THE RATHER SNAPPY SNAIL! 1:17:57

6M ago1:17:57

1:17:57

Here we are for episode 695! In this edition we go back a few months to when YUJ gets bitten by a rather snappy snail and all manner of trauma occurs as a result! We also hear more about Wilson Comet and how Cromitty may have learnt some crucial information many months ago but had never spoken about it; but why!? We may not get ALL the answers yet.…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 694: CHATTERBOXING INTO 2024 WITH SHY YETI AND THE GANG! 1:59:20

6M ago1:59:20

1:59:20

Here we are for episode 694! In which Mr Yeti and the Chatterbox gang enter 2024 cautiously - but receive some interesting and odd presents! We also have extra material including behind-the-scenes chat and material from Mr Yeti's Boxing Day Youtube show! Thank you to all those who took part in the episode - Nick Goodman, Martin Holmes, Trowby and L…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 693: SHY YETI’S REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2023 - PART TWO 2:51:32

7M ago2:51:32

2:51:32

Here we are for episode 693! In which Paul and Levi look back over some of their favourite episodes of the second half of 2023! Our next episode, #694 finds the Chatterbox gang reunited to celebrate the start of a new year! Do join us! Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.co.uk if you have any comments - you can even send me a sound-file and I'll include it. …

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#262: New Year New Camera? Plus finding confidence 44:56

7M ago44:56

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The boys find a new fitness guru in Eddie Abbew, so the gauntlet is set for 2024’s health mission! Today ROLL UP ROLL UP, grab your tickets for the FujiCast Live event at the House of Photography in London on Saturday March 2nd featuring us, Mr. Whisper and Emily Renier. Also, when is a camera upgrade due, should we produce a zine, should they even…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 692: SHY YETI’S REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2023 - PART ONE 2:54:35

7M ago2:54:35

2:54:35

Here we are for episode 692! In which Paul and the gang look back over some of their favourite episodes of the first half of 2023! Thank you also to my very special guest, Levi - who joins us for this very special edition! Our next show - the first of the new year, #693 sees us looking back at all the many episodes that we released during the secon…

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THE SHY LIFE PODCAST - 691: SHY YETI AND THE GREAT IKK RESCUE ATTEMPT! 2:25:51

7M ago2:25:51

2:25:51

Here we are for episode 691! In which Paul locates Ikk and drags Toppie off to the Alternate Dimension as part of a bargaining chip to get Ikk back... but can the Alternate Dimension Paul and Toppie be trusted!? To keep us going during our journey to another time and place we also have a number of chats with previous guests of the show - Levi, Paul…

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