Best Pete Smyth Podcasts (2024)

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15. Cheesy Feet and Old Ibiza Ravers 37:22

1+ y ago37:22

37:22

This week Laura Smyth and Michelle De Swarte are talking about the iconic Judge Judy, inspiring women to embrace their wisdom and life experience and take over the world at any age. Michelle has broken her laptop (you will never guess how) and thinks it's time we start saying please and thank you to Alexa. Meanwhile, Laura has been living her ‘amis…

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14. I Fought the Law 33:00

1+ y ago33:00

33:00

It’s HOT out here, which means it’s time to embrace the humidity, whip out the paddling pool and bake in the sun until you smell like bacon. This week, find out how Michelle’s run in with the police led to her championing boredom in the bath and appreciating downtime. Meanwhile Laura tells us about being beefed by her son and gives us a deep dive o…

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13. Touch My Bum With Lucky Heather 37:57

1+ y ago37:57

37:57

In maybe our most quote worthy episode yet, Laura and Michelle chat about motherhood and choosing not to have children, the icon that was Tina Turner, buddhist chanting, nearly going camping in North Wales and regretting your fashion choices on Live At The Apollo. And if you have any suggestions on topics you'd like Laura and Michelle to cover then…

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12. Drinking Margaritas on an IV Drip 30:09

1+ y ago30:09

30:09

This week Laura’s asking some big questions. Does buying disposable fashion make you a bad person? Are street Whatsapp groups the Long Covid we’re not talking about? Does not paying tax get you on the cover of Sports Illustrated? Meanwhile, Michelle talks us through her complicated skincare routine of lotions, potions, a cauldron and a full moon, p…

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11. Don't Invite Me To Anything 30:12

1+ y ago30:12

30:12

Michelle has beef with Jo Malone, updates us on her attempt to give up smoking and faces the wrath of the Beyhive with an honest review of Beyoncé's latest UK tour. Is it possible she enjoyed the train to the gig more? Meanwhile, Laura is waxing lyrical about the cranio-osteopathist and goes in deep on the new series of Selling Sunset. Is watching …

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10. Bathing in a Vat of HRT 36:32

1+ y ago36:32

36:32

This week Laura Smyth and Michelle de Swarte ask whether we can ever really reach Nirvana or if peace will always be disrupted by a snoring bloke manspreading in the seat next to you. Michelle has been meeting some of her female heroes, is livid about being born too late for the rave scene, and has decided to avoid menopause by bathing in a vat of …

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9. A Bad Pear Hurts Your Soul 34:01

1+ y ago34:01

34:01

Laura Smyth and Michelle de Swarte discuss what’s been making them laugh, cry and fume this week. Better late than never, Laura shares her hot take and conspiracy theories on TV show ‘Succession’ as well as explaining her latest cosmetics dilemma. Meanwhile Michelle wonders if she’ll ever grow out of using slang and gets incredibly heated about cer…

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8. Hairbands for Nightclub Toilets 27:23

1+ y ago27:23

27:23

This week, Michelle De Swarte is hungover. So be gentle. Laura Smyth tells us about the content creators making her howl as well as her obsession with the ramen restaurant Bone Daddies. Michelle De Swarte wonders whether bingeing an entire season of Love Is Blind in just two sittings is a problem and shares her dazzling review of the new Alice Neel…

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7. The Real Purpose of a Sombrero 27:16

1+ y ago27:16

27:16

Table for one please... this week Michelle and Laura talk about the importance of occasionally sacking off your family for some well-earned me time. Michelle tells us all about her love for chucking away 'bad vibe' items and Laura tastes her first slice of social media fame. Producer: Pete StraussExec Producer: Rich MorrisProduction Co-Ordinator: K…

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6. The Grand National, Margate, Obsession on Netflix and A Streetcar Named Desire 26:13

1+ y ago26:13

26:13

Is it socially acceptable to leave a play if you're not enjoying it? Did Laura win big on The Grand National? And why does Michelle have beef with Margate? Find out the answers to all of the above in another cracking episode of Bang On It. Producer: Pete StraussExec Producer: Rich MorrisProduction Co-Ordinator: Katie BaumEditor: Calum SampleA BBC S…

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5. Nalini Malani’s new exhibition, Reduced Skincare, Kid’s Party Entertainers and I’ve Had It 30:38

1+ y ago30:38

30:38

This week, Michelle talks us through her new obsession with reduced price skincare and her love for Nalini Malani's new exhibition at The National Gallery. And Laura raves about children's party entertainers and her new favourite podcast, I've Had It. Producer: Pete StraussExec Producer: Rich MorrisProduction Co-Ordinator: Katie BaumEditor: Calum S…

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4. Easter, Swarm, Anaesthetic and Saying Goodbye To Your Therapist 31:50

1+ y ago31:50

31:50

It's a banger of an episode this week. This week, Laura talks about Easter being her favourite holiday and her love of anaesthetic. And Michelle raves about Donald Glover's new show Swarm and the pitfalls of saying goodbye to your therapist. If you're enjoying the show then please do subscribe, leave a review and shout about it all over social medi…

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3. Sisters, Hockney, Breadwinners and Tarot Cards 29:40

1+ y ago29:40

29:40

It's Wednesday and that can only mean one thing... a brand new episode of Bang On It! This week, Laura talks about reconnecting with her sister and having her mind blown by David Hockney. And Michelle talks us through her tarot card obsession and her desire for a stay-at-home husband. A really cracking episode so please do subscribe, leave a review…

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2. Multitasking, Audiobooks, Giving up vaping and Paula 32:04

1+ y ago32:04

32:04

We’re back for our second ever episode and Laura and Michelle are going in on some of the things that have entered their orbit this week. Michelle is trying to give up vaping (successful so far) and multitasking (less successful). And Laura is bang on audiobooks on the road and Paula – Channel 4’s new Paula Yates documentary. New Episodes every Wed…

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1. Boundaries, Body Make-Up, Burgers and Booking Things 29:19

1+ y ago29:19

29:19

Hello and welcome to the first EVER episode of Bang On It! We are off to a flyer! This week, award-winning comedians and close friends Laura Smyth and Michelle de Swarte are covering all the B’s – Boundaries, Body Make-Up, Burgers and Booking. New episodes every Wednesday available on BBC Sounds. Producer: Pete StraussExecutive Producer: Richard Mo…

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Cian MacSweeny from True Tides & Danny O'Reilly from the Coronas on Confidence, Collaboration, Ego & Vulnerability 1:12:18

3y ago1:12:18

1:12:18

An insightful chat with Lead Singers & Song writers, Cian MacSweeny from True Tides and Danny O’Reilly from the Coronas. A rare insight into the vulnerable side of song writing & understanding our ego’s. We chat about confidence, the importance of collaboration and their personal journey’s of change during Covid19.…

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Insights from Jerry Colonna a leading US Venture Capitalist turned Executive Coach who they call the “CEO Whisperer” 1:11:31

4+ y ago1:11:31

1:11:31

Jerry speaks openly about his challenges along the way including his struggles with depression, and growing up as one of seven children in an impoverished 1960’s Brooklyn. Gerry’s new book "Reboot: Leadership and the Art of Growing Up", has just been voted by Bloomberg as one of the best business books of 2019. He shares insights into his beliefs a…

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Annalise Murphy Irish Olympic Silver medalist aiming for Gold 1:08:08

5y ago1:08:08

1:08:08

Following her childhood Olympic dreams we discuss the pain and suffering of missing out on Gold in the London Olympics only to come fourth. She is open about her dark days in the run up to the Rio games including her techniques for staying focused and mentally strong. The chat provides a unique insight into the mindset of a world class athlete incl…

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Shane Curran the 19yr old Entrepreneur who just raised $3.2m from the World's largest VCs 1:04:44

5y ago1:04:44

1:04:44

Age is just a number. A very insightful chat with the Irish Tech Entrepreneur who has just raised $3.2m to fund Evervault, his privacy focused startup. He talks about starting his first of many ventures at the tender age of 9. He shares his business philosophies including his beliefs in virtues over values and how he sees experience as being over r…

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An insightful chat with Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform. 1:01:05

5y ago1:01:05

1:01:05

An insightful chat with Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform. A rare insight into the man behind the role. He talks about his private sector experience, early setbacks in politics, parallels between the public and private sectors, the importance of rhythm and agility within the institution of Government along with hi…

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Brian O'Driscoll on Confidence, Leadership, and Teamwork. 1:24:47

5y ago1:24:47

1:24:47

An open and honest chat with international rugby legend Brian O’Driscoll. We discuss topics including confidence, leadership and what world class teamwork means to him. Five years on we look at the void that retiring from playing created and his desire to continue to push himself outside his comfort zone in both business and punditry.…

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Coming soon: Potential Squared 1:51

5y ago1:51

1:51

Have you ever wondered if you are realising your full potential? Do you have the appetite to learn from those that have? With his Podcast, Potential Squared, Pete Smyth founder of Broadlake, takes us on a journey of learning designed to help the ambitious ones to realise their potential. The podcast uncovers world class, actionable insights from le…

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15. Cheesy Feet and Old Ibiza Ravers 37:22

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14. I Fought the Law 33:00

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13. Touch My Bum With Lucky Heather 37:57

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12. Drinking Margaritas on an IV Drip 30:09

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11. Don't Invite Me To Anything 30:12

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10. Bathing in a Vat of HRT 36:32

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9. A Bad Pear Hurts Your Soul 34:01

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8. Hairbands for Nightclub Toilets 27:23

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7. The Real Purpose of a Sombrero 27:16

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6. The Grand National, Margate, Obsession on Netflix and A Streetcar Named Desire 26:13

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5. Nalini Malani’s new exhibition, Reduced Skincare, Kid’s Party Entertainers and I’ve Had It 30:38

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4. Easter, Swarm, Anaesthetic and Saying Goodbye To Your Therapist 31:50

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3. Sisters, Hockney, Breadwinners and Tarot Cards 29:40

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2. Multitasking, Audiobooks, Giving up vaping and Paula 32:04

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1. Boundaries, Body Make-Up, Burgers and Booking Things 29:19

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Cian MacSweeny from True Tides & Danny O'Reilly from the Coronas on Confidence, Collaboration, Ego & Vulnerability 1:12:18

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Insights from Jerry Colonna a leading US Venture Capitalist turned Executive Coach who they call the “CEO Whisperer” 1:11:31

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Annalise Murphy Irish Olympic Silver medalist aiming for Gold 1:08:08

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Shane Curran the 19yr old Entrepreneur who just raised $3.2m from the World's largest VCs 1:04:44

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An insightful chat with Paschal Donohoe, Minister for Finance, Public Expenditure and Reform. 1:01:05

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Brian O'Driscoll on Confidence, Leadership, and Teamwork. 1:24:47

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Coming soon: Potential Squared 1:51

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