Best Rob Fiasco Podcasts (2024)

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014 What Worked For Me: Conquering the Iron Horse: Rob's Journey and Training Secrets for Endurance Cycling 47:14

27d ago47:14

47:14

Discover the secrets behind conquering one of America's toughest bike races with Rob Silver as he recounts his journey through the Iron Horse Bike Race in Durango, Colorado. This episode promises an in-depth exploration of Rob's grueling yet exhilarating experiences, the race's storied history, and the challenges of navigating 50 miles and 6,000 fe…

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Beyond Synth - 411 - Binster / .mpegasus 2:32:00

29m ago2:32:00

2:32:00

Today on the show Andy chat’s with Binster a.k.a .mpegasus a.k.a. Martin! Binster chats about making cool music, live performances, working in the video games industry, and producing his own game: Schrodinger’s Cat Burglar. This leads to a talk about quantum physics, the uncertainty principle, and how many movies Michael Ironside loses a limb in. T…

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Episode 494 - Leave Us A Review 59:13

3h ago59:13

59:13

Sit in with Chris, Rob and John as they fondly remember the MiniDisc, Chris finally gets his wisdom teeth out and Rob becomes a philanthopist as well as gets a new book in the chamber. They also introduce you (probably) to justwatch.com, Kanopy and perplexity.ai. If you like it, or even if you don't, go leave a review somewhere. They'd appreciate i…

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Will Labour really deliver for the North? | Learning the lessons from HS2 fiasco 58:51

11h ago58:51

58:51

If you're into politics it's likely you'll be heading to, or at the very least reading about, one of the big party conferences happening this autumn. By far the biggest is Labour's annual get-together in Liverpool, their first as a new government. And anyone who's interested in the future direction of the Labour party will want to Rob Parsons…

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Episode493 - Holly...or Not 1:07:13

10d ago1:07:13

1:07:13

Chris, Rob and John discuss some current and future movies, give their thoughts on Week 1 of the NFL and start to think about maybe considering getting into Halloween this year. They also take a look at 80000hours.org where you can help the world with your dream job as well as peek at some upcoming DePIN apps and wearables that may be able to let y…

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Beyond Synth - 410 - Mike and Andy's Radio Fiasco 05 1:39:41

3d ago1:39:41

1:39:41

Today on the show, Andy catches up with Mike and they chat about movies they’ve seen and make bold box office predictions! They chat some more about AI Music and we find out, according to ChatGPT, which is the #1 synth wave podcast! Mike watched Alien Romulus and Andy watched Beetle Juice Beetle Juice and Batman: Caped Crusader. Andy does a taste t…

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Nasty individuals, racists and useful idiots | How riots unfolded in Rotherham and Middlesbrough 33:52

4h ago33:52

33:52

Only a few weeks ago the big story in many of our Northern communities was the rioting and disorder we saw this summer, seemingly sparked by the horrific killing in Southport. We saw violence break out across the country but it seemed like much of it was in the North, places like Sunderland and Darlington, Blackpool, Hull, Preston and Liverpool. Si…

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Episode 492 - Let's Go CaCaws! 57:46

4d ago57:46

57:46

Sit in with Chris, Rob and John as they get a touch of cell phone nostalgia, discuss their respective Labor Day activities and explore the tokenized prediction market. They also take Buzzfeed's "I Am So Sorry, But Only People Born Between 1977 and 1985 Will Be Able To Pass This '80s Kid Quiz" quiz. How do you think they did? Did you chose correctly…

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BeyondSynth -409 - Turnaround with The Astral Stereo Project 1:44:32

19d ago1:44:32

1:44:32

Today on the best synth-wave chat show there is, Andy catches up with Neil Holdsworth a.k.a. The Astral Stereo Project about his new album “Turnaround.” Neil discusses his influences for the album, and he and Andy chat about David Lynch, Lost Highway, Wild At Heart, and Twin Peaks Season 3. Andy tells Neil about Neil Young’s experimental album Tran…

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👶 Women failed from the day they're born | Joe Morris: the Labour MP in a seat that voted Tory for a century 37:53

10d ago37:53

37:53

There's a definite 'back to school' feeling in the air in politics this week. The news agenda is already being dominated by the issues that we're going to be hearing about again and again in the coming months - small boats, the housing crisis and the ravaged state of the public finances. It's back to school for the North's politicians too, and with…

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Episode 491 - Draft Day Baby! 50:32

12d ago50:32

50:32

It's almost football season again! That means fantasy football! Sit in with Chris, Rob and John as well as the seven other teams, competing in this year's Live On Tape Delay Fantasy Football League. Listen in on the picks, as well as the insanity between them. Who do you think has the best chance? Let us know on the socials. X Instagram Enjoy!…

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Thinking outside of the box: how embracing neurodiversity can harness creativity in the North 38:12

20d ago38:12

38:12

The Northern Agenda tries to think outside of the box when it comes to both our newsletter and podcast, and in this week’s episode, our guest does exactly that. Tina Catling is a renowned innovation consultant, author, and speaker, who advises organisations and people around the world on how to unlock creative potential and innovation. She has been…

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013 Uncovering Overrated or Underrated Fitness Gems: Protein, Ashwagandha, and Cardio Essentials 21:39

24d ago21:39

21:39

Ever wondered if your fitness routine is missing out on some underrated gems? Join us in this episode as we chat with registered dietitian Eric Bustillo, who spills the beans on the often overlooked benefits of protein supplementation, and why it's crucial for reaching your daily goals without falling into disordered eating habits. We dive into the…

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Episode 490 - Suss It Out 55:46

24d ago55:46

55:46

This week, Chris hurts himself, Rob gives a meat update and John is chill again. Also, the results of the "Go Hard or Go Deep" survey are revealed and the Olympic fever continues with the Paralympics. Oh, yeah, and meet Trob.......... Enjoy!!By Chris Wilson, Rob Fiasco

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The Northern Agenda on the road: Clitheroe in the Ribble Valley 1:10:38

22d ago1:10:38

1:10:38

We all know there's a big North-South divide when it comes to pay, but which part of the North of England has the highest average wage? Here's a clue, it's not Manchester or Leeds. With an average median annual full-time wage of nearly £42,000, Ribble Valley in Lancashire is the highest-paid local authority area in Northern England. Its residents e…

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Beyond Synth - 408 - Marko and Andy Robowar Power Hour! 1:47:42

1M ago1:47:42

1:47:42

Andy catches up with Marko to chat about the amazing Bruno Mattei film ROBOWAR. But before that, there’s an exciting Ball-School update, Andy complains about Mortal Kombat DLC pricing, and Marko went to Dairy Queen for the first time! Andy also gives his thoughts on Road House 2024, Robocop the game, Dave the Diver and Deadpool vs Wolverine. And th…

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Episode 489 - The Gut Prevails 1:11:34

1M ago1:11:34

1:11:34

Hang out with Chris, Rob and John as they discuss only the most important things in life such as USB safety, final thoughts on Olympic Breakdancing and the upcoming Paralympics. Finally they collectively take a general knowledge BuzzFeed quiz and find out they're about as smart you think they are. Oh yeah, and Rob as a question about meat....... En…

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York and North Yorkshire mayor David Skaith on his "whirlwind" first 100 days | How visits to Bolton's pubs is shaping research 37:14

30d ago37:14

37:14

Politicians and pubs are a combination as old as the hills, with even the likes of teetotal ex-Prime Minister Rishi Sunak turning up for photo shoots at local watering holes on the election trail this year. But if our decision-makers stuck about after the cameras disappeared and observed the conversations ordinary pub-goers were having, would th…

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Beyond Synth - 407 - Le Cassette 400 1:08:37

1M ago1:08:37

1:08:37

Today Andy presents his latest chat with Le Cassette which was originally recorded for Episode 400. It is very silly.You can check out LE CASSETTE here:https://www.instagram.com/zrobusa/https://open.spotify.com/artist/1jesNA0xWqXtanMVTB1EMphttps://zachrobinsonmusic.com/soundshttps://soundcloud.com/dadmusichttps://dadmusic.bandcamp.com/album/the-con…

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Episode 488 - Lean In 55:53

1M ago55:53

55:53

This week, Chris is given Jesus, Rob signs up for a free show and John gets COVID at a hardcore show in Philly. They also continue to lean into getting old, give a little more talk about the Olympics and finally try to see how many of the top songs of 1972 they're famailar with today. Enjoy!!By Chris Wilson, Rob Fiasco

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What the future holds for our town halls after a turbulent and challenging last decade 42:05

1M ago42:05

42:05

So if you look at the biggest jobs in local government in the North of England, undoubtedly near the top of the list are the chief executives of the city councils of Manchester and Leeds. They're roles that come with responsibility for vital services in our region's two biggest cities, leading thousands of employees and overseeing annual budgets in…

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Episode 487 - Get Infected 21:08

1M ago21:08

21:08

Pop in for a quickie with Chris and Rob and they talk discuss the 2024 Olympics at it's halfway point. This is a perfect episode to get you pumped for the second half as they give updates, some things to look for and some things to ponder. Go get your Olympic Fever on. Enjoy!By Chris Wilson, Rob Fiasco

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Beyond Synth - 406 - Zach Robinson Cobra Kai 1:25:20

2M ago1:25:20

1:25:20

Zach Robinson returns to Beyond Synth to chat about making the music for the final season of Cobra Kai. Zach and his musical partner Leo Birenberg have been busy dudes having also worked on the Twisted Metal series and winning an Emmy for their work on Weird: The Al Yankovic Story. Zach and Andy chat about supportive teachers, finding cool musical …

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Is TransPennine Express on the right track for recovery? 32:47

2M ago32:47

32:47

Just over a year ago, TransPennine Express, which runs intercity services across the North of England, became the latest to come under government control due to its dire performance that had infuriated political leaders and customers. Installed not long after as managing director was Chris Jackson, faced with some formidable hurdles to overcome if …

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Episode 486 - No Backsies 1:00:08

2M ago1:00:08

1:00:08

For the first time in the new garage, Chris, Rob, John and Jim reminisce about some shows they went to 25 years ago, give some Olympic predictions and ponder the sleep patterns of their youth. They also speculate on how to make live events easier to experience, find out holograms are real and discuss all manner of credit card security. Enjoy!!…

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Matt Vickers: the last remaining Tory MP in the North East | The fascinating hidden stories of Manchester you won't have learned about at school 48:09

2M ago48:09

48:09

On a brutal General Election night for the Conservatives, there were a few bright spots where their MPs managed to defy the swing to Labour and hang onto their seats. In the North East of England - where Labour otherwise swept the board - just one Conservative MP now remains, Matt Vickers, who won in the new seat of Stockton West despite pre-electi…

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Episode 485 - Do A Beryl Roll 47:53

2M ago47:53

47:53

Hang out with Chris, Rob and John as they discuss coffee habits, utility bills and wildlife rescue as well as John's first hand account of surviving Hurricane Beryl. Lastly (but not leastly), they complie a list of 15 progressive metal albums to be pared down and ranked at a later date. NOTE - post recording, the list discussed had to be modified s…

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Beyond Synth - 405 - MIke and Andy's Radio Fiasco 04 1:32:26

2M ago1:32:26

1:32:26

This week’s scheduled episode has been hit by a delay, so Andy called up Mike for an emergency Radio Fiasco recording! Today the gentleman hosts talk about Movie News, Mike is excited for Twisters and the new Running Man movie, and Andy has some thought on the upcoming Beetle Juice sequel. Apparently Dr. Pepper is now the #2 soft-drink in America a…

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📈 Alarming Vital Signs in the North East 51:43

2M ago51:43

51:43

Doesn't it seem a long time ago that a victorious Boris Johnson took in the applause from Conservatives in Tony Blair's old seat of Sedgefield after winning a host of North East seats in Labour strongholds like Darlington, Redcar and Bishop Auckland in the 2019 General Election? Five years later, the Tories have been all but wiped out in the North …

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012 What Worked for Me: Mike's Balanced Weight Cut for an Ideal Physique 47:29

2M ago47:29

47:29

Are you aiming for a healthier lifestyle while avoiding the pitfalls of obsessive dieting? Our latest Fitness Fiasco Podcast episode promises to reveal the secrets behind a successful weight cut. Join us on a new format we are calling "What Worked for Me". Rob interviews Mike to share the highs and lows of a nine-week journey where he managed to sh…

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Episode 484 - HID Compliant 54:22

2M ago54:22

54:22

With John still in the dark, Chris and Rob introduce yet another intern, reflect on a pivital episode from 8 years ago, reveal Rob's "Anchor phase" from years back and decypher the formulaic nature of CBS sitcoms. Finally, Rob goads Chris into talking audio (and then he won't shut up about it), including PC settings, alternate podcast setups and so…

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011 - Interview with Michael Silver (Rob's dad) p1 - Journey to the Himalayas 59:13

2M ago59:13

59:13

This is part 1 in what will be a multi-month interview with Rob's Dad - Mike. Flashback to the 1970s as we embark on an extraordinary journey with Michael Silver, my dad and the first guest in our interview series. Imagine the thrill and audacity of putting your PhD studies on hold to join a mountaineering expedition with the Pittsburgh Explorers C…

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From Wearside to Westminster: what's it like to be a new MP? 45:46

3M ago45:46

45:46

This week's there's an induction like no other going on in Westminster's corridors of power, as dozens of newly-elected MPs from across the North are introduced to the bewildering intricacies and traditions of life in the epicentre of British democracy. But what's it been like for someone who a week ago was battling to be elected and now finds them…

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Beyond Synth - 404 - Rob Hill from The Bad Movie Bible 2:49:05

3M ago2:49:05

2:49:05

Today on Beyond Synth Andy chats with Rob Hill from The Bad Movie Bible! Rob talks about his process making videos for his popular YouTube channel and how he defines the “so bad it’s good” movie. Andy and Rob chat about the glory days of 80’s filmmaking and their mutual love for practical effects, stunts, and episodic television. Other topics inclu…

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Episode 483 - We Did It Backward 42:25

2M ago42:25

42:25

Break the Space-Time Continuum with Chris and Rob as they introduce some new LOTD bots, apps and interns. They also discover that a Tarp Skunks beer exists, weigh the pros and cons of holidays, talk construction (which neither of them are quailified to do), whine about the heat and celebrate John's birthday without him. If you're confused at the be…

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Rishi, Binface and me: election night in North Yorkshire 30:52

3M ago30:52

30:52

It's General Election night and Rob Parsons has got himself a front row seat for one of the highest-profile counts in the North: Rishi Sunak's Richmond and Northallerton constituency in North Yorkshire. With Sunak's Conservatives facing near certain defeat to Labour in the polls, the media is waiting for the Prime Minister to show his face in the e…

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Why voters in the North are so disillusioned by the General Election 26:56

3M ago26:56

26:56

This week voters across the North will be going to the polls for the General Election with all the national polling pointing to a big Labour victory. But Rob Parsons wants to hear what's happening at local level across the North of England and has reassembled a panel of top political journalists, Liam Thorp from the Liverpool Echo, Joseph Timan fro…

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Episode 482 - True Pecksniffian Nature 1:02:20

3M ago1:02:20

1:02:20

Chris, Rob and John explore some newspaper articles from Jamestown, NY from the mid 1800's. Stories include, but are not limited to prototype Reddit posts, a lecture to stop "self abuse", the first auto-correct mishap and ancient neighborhoods. They also give life to a song based on long lost lyrics from the same time period entitled "A Lunatic's L…

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Beyond Synth - 403 - Marko and Andy Power Hour! 1:30:33

3M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

Andy chats with Marko shortly after a Tornado watch and updates Marko on his arcade machine and how he feels about Magic Spoon cereal. Marko’s been playing Star Fox 64 and tells Andy to watch RoboWar. Andy and Marko finally learned what a bivouac is, and then they chat a bit about AI, strip clubs, skunks, and Star Wars. They also talk about charact…

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Northern election rivals taken to task 1:08:27

3M ago1:08:27

1:08:27

In the run-up to the General Election, we've heard so much from the likes of Keir Starmer and Rishi Sunak, Nigel Farage and Ed Davey - wouldn't it be interesting to put the local candidates bidding for voters in the North in the spotlight for a change? This week on the Northern Agenda podcast, election rivals in the North East are taken to task ove…

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Episode 481 - Don't Read Ahead 53:40

3M ago53:40

53:40

Hang out with Chris, Rob and John as they endure a heatwave, Chris gets a touch of road rage and they collectively design some new bathroom gadgets that you must have. They also take a look and get mildly excited for the upcoming 2024 Summer Olympics. Enjoy!!By Chris Wilson, Rob Fiasco

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Will Orgreave miners get the truth after 40 years? | A postcard from Southport 41:56

3M ago41:56

41:56

We're 40 years on from the so-called Battle of Orgreave, when thousands of picketing miners were attacked by riot police in South Yorkshire in what has been described as one of the most violent clashes in British industrial history, with police using ‘paramilitary’ tactics. And to mark the occasion a new report, chronicling what campaigners say is …

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Beyond Synth - 402 - Sferro 1:55:27

3M ago1:55:27

1:55:27

Today on Beyond Synth Andy chats with Sferro; talented music man and founder of Girlfriend Records! Eric talks about his early musical influences, making tunes with a Groove Box, filming skate videos, and his shocking revelation that he doesn’t watch movies! This leads to a lot of video game talk including Sferro’s love for the Sega Dreamcast, Soni…

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Episode 480 - Unravel Your Riddle 50:44

3M ago50:44

50:44

Sit in with Chris, Rob and John they discover hand-arm vibration syndrome is a real thing, they explore the diversities of sparkling waters and give their afterthoughts of The Soccer Tournament. They also think they know about cricket (points to whoever counts the numer of incorrect statements), reflect on the recent F1 dynasties and give their fir…

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The hidden poverty in Rishi Sunak's leafy Yorkshire patch 32:28

3M ago32:28

32:28

We're three weeks into the General Election campaign and Rishi Sunak and the Conservatives are staring down the barrel of an historic defeat that will see them reduced to just a handful of seats in the North of England and potentially scrapping with the Lib Dems and Reform UK to be the opposition to the next Labour government. It's been a torrid …

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Beyond Synth - 401 - Mark Edwards 2:37:48

4M ago2:37:48

2:37:48

Today on Beyond Synth, Andy has his mind blown by Mark Edwards; comedian, voice actor, and entertaining man. Known for his funny videos on TikTok and Instagram, Edwards shares his background, including his comedy training at Humber College and his voice acting career. Mark explains his creative process and discusses the nuances of crafting content …

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Episode 479 - Through A New Lens 58:15

4M ago58:15

58:15

This week Chris, Rob and John discuss giant flying spiders, the best/worst commercial ever, junk food, "The Soccer Tournament" and all things Jamestown Tarp Skunks (the baseball team). Also, John gets a new toy, they get caught up in a Mandela Effect of their own and collectively take a 90's trivia quiz. Enjoy!…

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General Election 2024: A view from the North 32:39

4M ago32:39

32:39

For the next few weeks there's really only one story in town politics-wise and that's the 2024 General Election - the one that seems to have been on the horizon for months but in the end came quite unexpectedly with an announcement by Rishi Sunak in a rain-drenched Downing Street. Since then it's been a non-stop flurry of campaign stops, photo oppo…

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Episode 478 - Lock Up Your Bonk 55:32

4M ago55:32

55:32

Chris, Rob and John have to be carefull what they say this week as they are under strict NDA's. However, they manage to discuss Rob's hardened media server idea and take a look at some new sports as well as some extinct and deprecated ones. Finally, and extended version of Crypto Corner as they give you an intro into the Solana ecosystem as well as…

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Beyond Synth - 400 - Mike and Andy's Radio Fiasco 1:24:16

4M ago1:24:16

1:24:16

There’s no time to celebrate the 400th episode of Beyond Synth because Mike and Andy are too busy doing John Rhys-Davies impressions while talking about ketamine, ground nutmeg, Murdoch and David Dastmalchian. The titular hosts speculate about 90s movie sequels, and Andy doesn’t like the Elves’ square heads in the Amazon Lord of the Rings series. M…

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