Best Russell T. Davies Podcasts (2024)

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E101: BAFTA Cymru ft. Russell T Davies and Julie Gardner 50:04

6d ago50:04

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This week, we put on our tuxes and headed to Wales to attend the BAFTA Cymru 2024 red carpet! Join us as we look back on the event, share our red carpet interviews and reveal which Doctor Who locations we visited while we were there! Featuring interviews with Russell T Davies and Julie Gardner. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Playe…

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E102: An Unearthly Child 1:05:41

1h ago1:05:41

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This week we're going back to that junkyard where it all began with a rewatch of 'An Unearthly Child'. Join us as we talk creepy junkyards, William Hartnell's performance as the Doctor and a few times the episode, ahem... shows it's age... 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok, Twit…

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S8, Ep6: Richard E Grant, actor 41:05

1d ago41:05

41:05

This week on Comfort Eating, Grace is joined by one of the most successful and enduring film stars of the past 40 years: Richard E Grant. The Swaziland-born English actor made his film debut as Withnail in the comedy Withnail and I, and has since starred in the likes of Star Wars, Gosford Park and Saltburn. Richard and Grace chew over the food he a…

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Episode 1552 - NYCC: Fred Van Lente! 20:29

10d ago20:29

20:29

Jimmy sat down with friend Fred Van Lente to talk the multiple books he has out or coming out including Murder Kingdom, several books in the Valiant Universe, a novel, visiting Deadwood and more. Always great catching up with Fred! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

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Episode 1551 - NYCC: Brian Volk-Weiss! 22:42

9d ago22:42

22:42

Jimmy and Producer Joe met up with Brian Volk-Weiss to talk about his role as CEO of the Nacelle Universe, Biker Mice From Mars, Star Trek toys, The Toys That Made Us, Paul Reiser, Aliens, and so much more. Such a super fun conversation! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!

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Episode 1550 - NYCC: Jeffrey Brown! 22:28

7d ago22:28

22:28

Jimmy chatted with prolific cartoonist Jeffrey Brown about his new book KIDS ARE STILL WEIRD, the brilliant humor and profundity of kids, how he got here from Vader and Son, more Marvel books in the same style coming next year, his website FAQ, and more. Always fun to catch up with Jeffrey! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!…

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Episode 1549 - NYCC: The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol! 23:06

7d ago23:06

23:06

Producer Joe attended the press room for The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - The Book of Carol. On the panel for the press conference were stars/producers Norman Reedus (Daryl), Melissa McBride (Carol), Louis Puech Scigliuzzi (Laurent), Greg Nicotero (EP/Director) and David Zabel (Showrunner). Many questions were asked and Producer Joe even got a good …

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Episode 1548 - NYCC: Ruth Chan! 33:38

7d ago33:38

33:38

Jimmy talked with Ruth Chan about her fantastic debut graphic novel UPROOTED. They also chatted about moving to Hong Kong in her teens, readjusting, closeness with her family, her children's books, Hong Kong French toast, K-pop and more. Such a delightful conversation! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!…

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Episode 1547 - NYCC: Derek Kirk Kim! 37:38

7d ago37:38

37:38

Jimmy sat down with Derek Kirk Kim to welcome him back to comics after a 10 year absence. They chatted about his new hit Image comic THE LAST MERMAID, past work, why he left the biz, his work in animation, showcasing Asian/Asian-American characters, what's next and more. A super fun talk! Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for listening!…

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Episode 1546 - NYCC Recap! Interview w/ Tom King! 52:49

8d ago52:49

52:49

It's our New York Comic Con (NYCC) recap! Jimmy is joined by Producer Joe to talk about the days they attended. They give their overall thoughts on attendance, hours, set up, artist alley, small press, exhibitors, and more. Jimmy talks about the 9 interviews he got with the likes of Tom King (whom you'll hear in this episode), Derek Kirk Kim, Ruth …

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S8, Ep5: Rob Rinder, barrister and television host 38:30

10d ago38:30

38:30

TV presenter Rob Rinder joins Grace in her east London home to share his comfort food. Rob has been on our TV screens for a decade as Judge Rinder on the hit ITV show and, more recently, making documentaries. His 2020 BBC documentary My Family, The Holocaust and Me, about his Jewish heritage, garnered him an MBE for services to Holocaust education …

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E100: Episode 100! 1:05:59

15d ago1:05:59

1:05:59

🎉 Episode 100 of Wholala! 🎉 We made it! This week, we’re getting nostalgic, reflecting on the last 100 episodes, and answering your burning questions. We offer some questionable opinions, and maybe even a sensible thought or two. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok, Twitter (X), I…

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S8, Ep4: Leila Farzad, actor 41:51

15d ago41:51

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Joining Grace for a big serving of Comfort Eating is Bafta nominated actress Leila Farzad. Leila is best known for her performance alongside Billie Piper in I Hate Suzie, her Netflix hit show KAOS, and is set to star in the next Bridget Jones film. Grace and Leila ruminate on the moot question of batter versus breadcrumbs, travel back to the Iran o…

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Episode 1545 - Reviews Aplenty! 19:48

16d ago19:48

19:48

Reviews: The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power s2 finale, Ranma 1/2, SpongeBob SquarePants: Kreepaway Kamp Halloween special, Superman and Lois s4 premiere, Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft, Uzumaki, The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon s2 premiere, The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist, Joker: Folie A Deux, The Wild Robot. Time for another TV/film/streami…

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Episode 1544 - NYCC Preview! 22:38

16d ago22:38

22:38

Reviews: DC All In Special #1, Absolute Batman #1, Day of the Dead Girl #1, Dead Samurai #1, The Horizon Experiment: The Manchurian #1, Minky Woodcock: The Girl Called Cthulhu #1, Murder Kingdom #1. New York Comic Con (NYCC) is upon us! Jimmy gives a quick preview of his plans and confirmed interviews. Producer Joe will be there doing some intervie…

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E99: It Takes You Away 1:01:03

20d ago1:01:03

1:01:03

This week on Wholala, we’re diving into series 11 for Sam’s first time getting taken away by the Solitract! Join us to chat about the TARDIS fam, hungry moths, Grace's return and a delightful talking frog. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok, Twitter (X), Instagram and Threads ⏯️ …

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S8, Ep3: Stanley Tucci, actor 37:10

22d ago37:10

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Hollywood royalty Stanley Tucci shares his ultimate comfort food with Grace this week. Born in America to Italian parents, Stanley and Grace discuss his love of Italian food, the lows of British food in the 1980s, and exactly which aphrodisiac he and Meryl Streep ate a lot of on set togetherBy The Guardian

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Episode 1543 - Pre-NYCC: Cynthia Von Buhler! 45:31

24d ago45:31

45:31

New York Comic Con is next week so Jimmy thought he'd get started early with some interviews. He met up with his friend Cynthia Von Buhler for dinner, drinks and an interview. She's back with another installment in her successful Minky Woodcock comic series called MINKY WOODCOCK: THE GIRL CALLED CTHULHU. They talk the new comic book series, her art…

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E98: Hell Bent ft. Beth Axford 1:18:47

27d ago1:18:47

1:18:47

This week we're back on Gallifrey and joined by Beth Axford as we rewatch the Series 9 finale ‘Hell Bent’. Join us as we talk about the Doctor’s home-world, the fate of Clara Oswald, the arc of the three-parter and most importantly… ORANGE SOUP! 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok…

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S8, Ep2: Maisie Adam, comedian 40:30

29d ago40:30

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Maisie Adam joins Grace in her east London home to share her ultimate comfort food. Maisie is a comedian, writer and actress and one of the most exciting rising stars on the UK comedy circuit. Her critically acclaimed comedy sells out theatres across the land, and has bagged her a regular spot on the TV quiz show circuit. Maisie shares memories of …

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Episode 58: Are Sideburns better than Flubber? 1:03:31

1M ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Jay and Dan are back after bouts of illness and holidays. In this episode they discuss THUNDERBOLTS, THE ACOLYTE, DISNEY PLUS and try and work out why male actors all have sideburns For more nerdy content visit www.talknerdy.uk

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Episode 1542 - DC & Marvel & BeetleEarpChris Reviews! 24:17

1M ago24:17

24:17

Reviews: Batman The Long Halloween The Last Halloween #1, Dazzler #1, Lobo Cancellation Special, Wolverine #1, Agatha All Along, Everybody Still Hates Chris animated series, Kite Man, Hell Yeah!, The Penguin, Wynonna Earp: Vengeance, Beetlejuice Beetlejuice More review catch-ups in comics, TV and film. There seemed to be a lot of DC and Marvel rel…

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E97: Heaven Sent ft. Louis Le Gall 1:01:46

1M ago1:01:46

1:01:46

This week we're continuing our journey through the Series 9 finale as we watch 'Heaven Sent' with Louis Le Gall! Join us as we talk about the incredible direction, the plot from the Time Lords and ask the question... why didn't he use the shovel? 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik To…

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Episode 1541 - Baltimore Comic Con: John Cassaday Remembered Panel 58:00

1M ago58:00

58:00

Baltimore Comic Con (BCC) invited Jimmy down at the last minute to be on a panel remembering his close friend John Cassaday. Besides Jimmy, Scott Dunbier (former Wildstorm EIC), Heidi MacDonald (The Beat EIC), Albert Moy (John's art dealer) and Joe Rybandt (Dynamite Entertainment Executive Editor) were on the panel as well. They shared stories of t…

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S8, Ep1: Rag’n’Bone Man, singer 40:36

1M ago40:36

40:36

Rag’n’Bone Man joins Grace for a new serving of Comfort Eating. Rag’n’Bone Man, AKA Rory Graham, shot to fame in 2016 with his song Human. A couple of albums later, he’s collaborated with an incredible roster of stars, from Gorillaz to P!nk, and his back catalogue has been streamed billions of times. He and Grace discuss how oven chips are always e…

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Comfort Eating with Grace Dent is back for a new season 0:29

1M ago0:29

0:29

Season eight of Comfort Eating with Grace Dent will kick off on Tuesday 24 September. Join Grace and her celebrity guests, including Richard E Grant, Rag’n’Bone Man and Vanessa Feltz, as they delve into what they love to eat when nobody is watchingBy The Guardian

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E96: Face the Raven ft. Josh Whipps 1:07:02

1M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

This week on Wholala we're taking a trip to Trap Street as we get ready to face the raven with Josh Whipps! Join us as we talk Rigsy's return, the mysterious Trap Street and reveal which of us got a nosebleed on original watch of the episode! 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok, T…

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Episode 1540 - Celebrating John Cassaday Part 2 1:03:39

1M ago1:03:39

1:03:39

We continue to celebrate the life of the legendary cartoonist John Cassaday who tragically died on September 9th. He was one of Jimmy's closest friends. Jimmy shares some stories of their friendship and adventures. He also asked some of John's friends/colleagues to send in their memories of him as well. They talk about his incredible body of work, …

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Episode 1539 - Celebrating John Cassaday Part 1 57:22

1M ago57:22

57:22

Our dear friend John Cassaday passed away on September 9th. As many know, Jimmy was one of his best pals. As you can imagine, he is devastated. We are doing a couple of special episodes to honor his memory. John was a big supporter of our podcast from the very beginning. He came on only a handful of times or so in the early days and let us find our…

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E95: The Crimson Horror 1:05:08

2M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

This week on Wholala we're taking a trip to Sweetville as we rewatch 'The Crimson Horror'! Join us as we talk alien parasites, silly Sontarans and our thoughts on THAT kiss... 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok, Twitter (X), Instagram and Threads ⏯️ WATCH: All our content via Lin…

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E94: Deep Breath 1:02:35

2M ago1:02:35

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This week we’re travelling to Victorian England as we watch Peter Capaldi’s debut in ‘Deep Breath’. Join us as we talk T-Rex, remember childhood memories of the Clockwork Droids and ask the question - is anything more iconic than the newspaper scene? 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Ti…

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Bonus: Doctor Who Prom 2024 22:29

2M ago22:29

22:29

Surprise, it’s a Bonus Episode! Join us as we spill all the tea on the Doctor Who 2024 Prom and try to relive the best day of our lives. We talk all things Jinkx Monsoon, Catherine Tate’s teleprompter flubs, magical music and Mrs. Flood’s surprise cameo. Did you go to the Prom? What did you think? 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Pl…

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Episode 1538 - Another TV/Film Review Catch-up! 35:06

2M ago35:06

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Reviews: Batman: Caped Crusader s1, House of the Dragon s2, Lord of the Rings: Rings of Power s2 premiere, Orphan Black: Echoes s1, Sweet Home s3, Time Bandits s1, The Umbrella Academy: Season 4, Alien: Romulus, Borderlands, The Crow, Despicable Me 4, Saving Bikini Bottom: The Sandy Cheeks Movie Due to all the San Diego Comic Con, Flame Con and Ani…

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Episode 1537 - Another Comic Book Review Catch-up (Part 2)! 16:08

2M ago16:08

16:08

Reviews: Exceptional X-Men #1, Uncanny X-Men Vol 6 #1, X-Factor Vol 5 #1, X-Force Vol 7 #1, Wolverine: Revenge #1,What If Donald Duck Became Thor #1, What If Donald Duck Became Wolverine #1, Flash Gordon Vol 8 #1 & #2, Huge Detective #1 Jimmy continues the comic book review catch-up in this episode. Lots of the new X-books are covered here! Next we…

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Episode 1536 - Another Comic Book Review Catch-up (Part 1)! 18:11

2M ago18:11

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Reviews: Archie: The Decision one-shot, Babs #1,Universal Monsters: Frankenstein #1, Hello Darkness #1, Jenny Sparks #1, Minor Arcana #1, Patra #1, The Power Fantasy #1 & #2, S.I.R. #1. Due to all the San Diego Comic Con, Flame Con and Anime NYC coverage, Jimmy has been way behind on reviewing comics, TV and film. So he decided to do some catch-ups…

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Episode 1535 - Anime NYC Recap! 20:29

2M ago20:29

20:29

Reviews: Terminator Zero, Suicide Squad Isekai Yet even more convention coverage! Jimmy attended Anime NYC over the weekend of August 23-25th. The show has almost doubled in attendance in just 2 years and it showed. Lots of art, merch, guests, panels, cosplay, food and more! Jimmy gives his full recap in the episode. And since we're talking about A…

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E93: School Reunion 1:03:52

2M ago1:03:52

1:03:52

girl, it's so confusing sometimes to be a companion Fire up the chip fryer, we're going back to school! This week, we're going back to one of our all-time favourites, 'School Reunion', to explore the tragic relationship between the Doctor and their companions. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @Wholal…

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Episode 1534 - SDCC: CNI Correspondent Melissa's Recap! 25:25

2M ago25:25

25:25

It's our REAL final San Diego Comic Con episode! Jimmy's dear friend Melissa has been such a great part of CNI for many years doing reviews, the occasional interviews and roundtables, etc. Why not hear about her thoughts on SDCC? She is an official CNI Correspondent after all! She hit many an activation site and gives her thoughts on them all. She …

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Revisited – S3 E4: Big Zuu, rapper and TV personality 42:27

2M ago42:27

42:27

The Comfort Eating team is taking a break. So for the next few weeks, we’re looking back at a few of our favourite episodes. In this episode of Comfort Eating, double Bafta winner Big Zuu goes round to Grace’s house for a plate of his ultimate comfort food. They talk about his ‘scandalous’ mother, growing up between extreme wealth and poverty, and …

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E92: The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith 1:00:45

2M ago1:00:45

1:00:45

You've been invited to the wedding! And don't worry, it's a perfectly normal wedding, with the ordinary angel of death, time loop and a robot dog. Yes, we're back for another instalment in the Trickster trilogy! It's 'The Wedding of Sarah Jane Smith'. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on T…

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Revisited – S3 E12: Natalie Cassidy, actor 44:27

2M ago44:27

44:27

The Comfort Eating team is taking a break. So for the next few weeks, we’re looking back at a few of our favourite episodes. In this episode of Comfort Eating, Eastenders actor and all-round hun Natalie Cassidy pops over for a chat with Grace. She and Grace remember the 90s London club scene, discuss the perils of having a fitness DVD, and how bein…

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Episode 1528 - Flame Con Recap/Interview w/ Robin Ha! 41:10

2M ago41:10

41:10

We interrupt all of this amazing SDCC coverage to give a recap on the amazing Flame Con held in NYC recently. Jimmy attended and gives his thoughts on it all. Exhibitors, guests, cosplay, atmosphere, crowd, etc. Always a fantastic show. He also had a chance to catch up w/ his friend Robin Ha to discuss her most recent graphic novel THE FOX MAIDENS.…

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Episode 57: Deadpool 3 thoughts, the death of books, and the human rhino 1:05:05

3M ago1:05:05

1:05:05

Let the past die. TALK NERDY TO ME is back after a brief hiatus! And with that brings changes. New artwork, a new jingle and a new format. Listen to Jay B and Dan do exactly what it says on the tin, and just talk nerdy. For more nerdy content visit www.talknerdy.uk

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E91: The Temptation of Sarah Jane Smith 1:02:06

3M ago1:02:06

1:02:06

We take a nostalgic drive back through Foxglove for 'The Temptation of Sarah Jane Smith'. We're chatting about Sam's big dreams of doing a Trickster drag routine, Rob Madge’s Whoniverse debut, "I'm Victoria Beckham", and CBBC’s 2008 scheduling. 🎙 HOSTS: Alasdair Gibbs (@alasdairgibbs) and Sam Player (@samwhotried). 📲 FOLLOW: @WholalaPod on Tik Tok,…

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Revisited – S1 E2: Nish Kumar, comedian 38:51

3M ago38:51

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The Comfort Eating team is taking a break. So for the next few weeks, we’re looking back at a few of our favourite episodes. In this episode of Comfort Eating with Grace Dent, comedian Nish Kumar tells Grace about some of the most important moments in his life – and the comfort food that saw him through them. They lament the ‘golden years’ of Pizza…

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Episode 1533 - SDCC: Amazon Prime Animation w/ Robert Kirkman/Vivienne Medrano/Travis Willingham/Kyle Hunter! 52:43

3M ago52:43

52:43

In our final SDCC interview special, Jimmy did the roundtables for the Amazon Prime animated series room with creators Robert Kirkman (INVINCIBLE), Vivienne Medrano (HAZBIN HOTEL), Travis Willingham (THE LEGEND OF VOX MACHINA), and Kyle Hunter (SAUSAGE PARTY: FOODTOPIA). For the first time in probably ever, the synergy between the other 2 press peo…

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Episode 1532 - SDCC: JP Ahonen/Joey Esposito & Sean Von Gorman! 43:29

3M ago43:29

43:29

You get 2 interviews in this San Diego Comic Con special! First up, Jimmy chats with Finnish cartoonist JP Ahonen about his hit comic BEZELBUBS, black metal, tattoos and more. He also talks with writer Joey Esposito and artist Sean Von Gorman about their new comic THE PEDESTRIAN, where the idea came from, jaywalking and more. Please come back to he…

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Episode 1531 - SDCC: Meghan Boehman/Rachael Briner! 23:55

3M ago23:55

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Jimmy talked with the cartoonist powerhouse duo that is Meghan Boehman and Rachael Briner. They are old friends since elementary school and work together frequently. They talk about their new collaboration DEAR ROSIE, how it's based on a personal tale from their own lives, how they work together, healing through art, silly tricks kids play and more…

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Episode 1530 - SDCC: Liniers! 33:04

3M ago33:04

33:04

Jimmy sits down with Argentinian cartoonist Liniers! They talk about his hit comic MACANUDO, where he came up with the characters, early days cartooning in Argentina, influences and more. A super fun conversation w/ an award winning cartoonist. Please come back to hear all of the SDCC coverage over the next month. Also, get a hold of us! Thanks for…

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Episode 1529 - SDCC: Dr. Andrea Letamendi! 39:13

3M ago39:13

39:13

Jimmy sits down with his psychologist (and nerdy) friend Dr. Andrea Letamendi for their annual Comic Con chat. He and Drea talk about her podcast THE ARKHAM SESSIONS, the psychology of the X-Men, defense of Disney adults, living in between as a mixed race person, dealing with depression and so much more. It's always a great chat and they both look …

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