Best Laura Daly Podcasts (2024)

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JADE Spills The Tea On Her Debut Single And Why She Loves Eurovision! 9:24

3d ago9:24

9:24

She Is The Angel Of Our Dreams! JADE has launched her solo career with her debut single 'Angel of my Dreams' and she joined Paula MacSweeney on Weekend Breakfast to chat about the meaning behind it, what songs she would love to sample in the future and why she loves Eurovision SO MUCH!

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You'll Never Guess What Laura Dockrill's New Novel Is Based On 10:35

3h ago10:35

10:35

'I Love You, I Love You, I Love You,' - Rumour has it if you say it three times in a row, people fall in love with you! Laura Dockrill, British author, illustrator and performance poet joined Alison to chat about her experience with postpartum psychosis and how her new novel 'I Love You, I Love You, I Love You' is based on her first love.…

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Don't Worry Folks, Robert Sheehan Is Still Alive And Cool As Ever! 9:20

10d ago9:20

9:20

Actor Robert Sheehan joined Paula MacSweeney on Weekend Breakfast to chat about his role in 'Reunion' at Galway International Arts Festival. He also told us about THAT Instagram post of a gravestone with his name on it!

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Guess What? Andrea Mara Wasn't Always Going To Be An Author! 8:01

7d ago8:01

8:01

Is there 'Someone in the Attic?' Bestselling author, Andrea Mara joined Alison Curtis to chat about how she decided on the career path of an author, her new book 'Someone in the Attic' and finding out one of her novels was being made into a TV series...

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Well If It Isn't Radio's Hottest New Host Michael Fry! 8:21

19d ago8:21

8:21

Haven't you heard? Michael Fry has only gone and got his own radio show! Comedian Michael Fry joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to chat about his new show 'Lunchtime with Michael Fry' and quashing the beef with the Young Hot Guys.

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It's Official, Marty Gleeson Is Ireland's Next Big Comedian 9:42

27d ago9:42

9:42

"Do you like doughnuts?" Marty Gleeson is an Irish comedian from Limerick in Ireland based in London. She recently won the LGBTQ+ New Comedian of the Year 2024 and is known for her offbeat and disarming performance style. She has also secured a place at the Pleasance Comedy Reserve at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year. She joined Alison on We…

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Meet the Man Who Fled War and Now Coaches and Plays Hurling 7:47

13d ago7:47

7:47

Zak Moradi joined Alison on the show this weekend. Zak came to Ireland from Iran when he was just 11, and had to learn to speak English from scratch. Now he's won hurling championships with his club and volunteers as a coach with his club and with Kellogs Cul Camps! For the full chat, hit the play button!…

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These Are The Perfect BBQ Recipes from The Daly Dish 7:58

20d ago7:58

7:58

The Leaving Cert weather is finally here! We've some sunny days coming which makes it the perfect weather for getting the barbecue out! Gina and Karol from The Daly Dish chatted barbecue recipes with Alison and these are must-makes. For the full chat, hit the play button! Summer Lemon Pasta Serves 2 What you need : 200g pasta (whichever type you pr…

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Wait 'Til You Hear How Blu Hydrangea Got Her Drag Name! 6:35

2M ago6:35

6:35

She's a winner baby! The iconic Belfast beauty, Blu Hydrange, winner of RuPaul's Drag Race UK vs The World Season 1 and Dancing With The Stars Runner-Up, joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to chat all things Pride and how she got her drag name.

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Emer McLysaght And Sarah Breen Can't Stand Being Apart From One Another! 9:32

2M ago9:32

9:32

Name a more iconic duo? We'll wait! Emer McLysaght and Sarah Breen, the authors behind the 'Oh My God, What A Complete Aisling' series popped into studio with Alison to tell us all about their new venture, The Ballygobbard Project. The girls also talked about why Emer has PTSD from a quiz show she was on when she was a teenager, setting up a joint …

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David Walliams Knew He Had Made It When He Got His Own Branded Tupperware 21:23

2M ago21:23

21:23

What do you get when you mix animals and space? A great idea for a children's book, that's what! Comedian and author, David Walliams joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to chat about his new book 'Astrochimp', what it's like working with his friend Matt Lucas again and how he ended up getting his own branded Tupperware containers! Who doesn't love T…

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This Is a First! We Surprised Nicola Coughlan With Her Bridgerton Co-Star’s Hidden Talent 11:40

2M ago11:40

11:40

Bridgerton fever has hit Today FM! Nicola Coughlan and Luke Newton joined Alison Curtis in studio to chat about the third series of Bridgerton and THOSE raunchy scenes. And in radio first, Luke Newton's secret talent was revealed to Nicola LIVE on air!

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Katja Mia Has Some Iconic Picks For The Top 1000 5:58

2M ago5:58

5:58

She is booked and busy and she IS the moment! Katja Mia, Vhi Women’s Mini Marathon ambassador, popped into studio with Alison Curtis to chat about her busiest year ever, her training schedule and who she would include in Today FM's Top 1000. For the full podcast click the 'Play' button on this page.

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Rhasidat Adeleke Says It’s About Time Countries Started To Pay Attention To Ireland 10:50

2M ago10:50

10:50

Rhasidat Adeleke is Ireland's sprinting sensation! The new University of Texas graduate is weeks away from her debut on the Olympic stage. She joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to chat about the story behind her realising her lightning speed and her journey from promising talent to international star. Catch the full chat by pressing the play butto…

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It’s Shane Dan Byrne, But He’s Gay! 10:21

2M ago10:21

10:21

Comedian Shane Dan Byrne is a man of many talents but admin is NOT one of them! He can however spot an Irish person abroad from a mile away. He has been all over the country and even Down Under with his show 'But He's Gay'. He joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat about his tour, the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and comedy just being for f…

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The Cast Of Bridgerton Give Alison The Tea On Season 3 10:17

3M ago10:17

10:17

Bridgerton is back! Esteemed members of Today FM, on this very special day, Lady Alison Curtis was joined on Weekend Breakfast by some of the cast of Bridgerton to discuss the goings on in Mayfair and what viewers can expect from this season.

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Mario Rosenstock helps Alison brush up on her impressions 11:47

3M ago11:47

11:47

We’re celebrating 25 years of Gift Grub on Today FM and the man of the hour, Mario Rosenstock joined Alison Curtis in studio to chat about how it has evolved over the years. The guys looked forward to his gig in the 3Arena next year and Alison made a stab at some of Mario's best known impressions.

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Vicki Notaro's Debut Book 'Reality Check' Is Here 10:02

3M ago10:02

10:02

Journalist Vicki Notaro has just released her highly-anticipated debut novel, Reality Check. She joins Alison for chats about where the idea came from, how everyone seems to want to write a book and what TV show Alison just can't get into. For the full chat, press the play button on this page.

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Hilary Rose from The Young Offenders Chats Season 4, Her New Podcast and 9:12

3M ago9:12

9:12

The new season of The Young Offenders has just started and Hilary Rose is back! She chats with Alison about how close she's become with one cast member in particular, how they've aged up the characters and her podcast. For the full chat, hit the play button on this page.

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Riona O'Connor's Mom Still Can't Understand Her Scottish Husband 8:37

3M ago8:37

8:37

What do you get when you put your Kerry mother and Scottish husband in a room together? A lesson in how to Google Translate! Comedy Singer-Songwriter and Performer Riona O'Connor joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat about creating relatable content, her love for her home county of Kerry and why she stockpiles Savlon.…

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Cassie Stokes Has People Shouting Bambino At Her In The Street 8:50

3M ago8:50

8:50

Looking for some top recommendations? Well look no further! Cassie Stokes has become a name everyone knows after her ‘Best Of’ series took off on social media, showcasing the best of Ireland for food and drink. Cassie joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to reveal some of her favourite spots to visit around the country for pizza, pints and cra…

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Listen to voices from the US Play Coalition Conference! 27:27

3M ago27:27

27:27

Embracing Fire as a Loose Part OutsidePlay.org—great tool with examples! --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-classrooms Loose Parts Play Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/LoosePartsPlay/ Loose Parts Play Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/LoosePa…

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Heartstopper's Bradley Riches Loved Being Housemates With Louis Walsh 8:31

3M ago8:31

8:31

Bradley Riches is fresh from his stint in the Celebrity Big Brother house. People will also recognise him from his role as James McEwan in Season 2 of the Netflix series 'Heartstopper.' Bradley joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to discuss what plans are in store for Season 3 and what it's like to live with the King of Talent, Louis Walsh.…

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Actress India Mullen Shares Why 'Normal People' Was Her Favourite Project To Star In 13:44

3M ago13:44

13:44

Actress India Mullen is probably best known for her roles in 'Red Rock' and the hit series 'Normal People.' But she wasn't always going to be an actress! She joined Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast to chat about how she became an accidental actress, why 'Normal People' is her favourite project she has worked on and the wave of Irish talent taking…

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Kwanghi Chan Tells Us The Big Mistakes People Make With Woks 7:10

3M ago7:10

7:10

Have you got a wok at home but you never quite manage to use it right? Resident chef for the Six O'Clock Show, Kwanghi Chan, chatted with Alison on Weekend Breakfast about his book 'WOK' being the first Irish-Chinese cookbook to ever be published and how to avoid the most common mistakes made with using a wok! To hear the full chat, hit the play bu…

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Kathryn Thomas Chats How Becoming A Mother Impacts Your Career 10:24

4M ago10:24

10:24

Broadcaster Kathryn Thomas joined Alison on Weekend Breakfast to chat about how becoming a mother impacts your career, what age you feel and the song that follows her everywhere. Catch the full chat by pressing the 'Play' button on this page.

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Chef Will Coleman Shares His 6-to-1 Grocery Method 7:35

4M ago7:35

7:35

Will Coleman is a viral chef who shares delicious, easy-to-make recipes online. It turns out, that means he's the perfect person for giving us tips on doing the food shop! He's come up with a way to make healthy meals without needing to spend ages meal-planning and without the risk of buying more than you can use. To hear all about it, hit the play…

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Jake Carter Gives Us His Coffee Shop Recommendations 9:56

4M ago9:56

9:56

Jake Carter isn't just a pop music star - he's also a coffee buff! Seeing as he's been to so many places around the country, we had to find out his top five coffee shop recommendations. Plus Alison and Jake chat about their first time meeting at a Strictly Come Dancing event - and who's the meaner judge. For the full chat, hit the play button on th…

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I'm Grand Mam's Kevin Twomey and PJ Kirby Talk Cork Accents, Mams and The Tour 10:28

4M ago10:28

10:28

Two of the biggest podcasters of the moment, Kevin and PJ from I'm Grand Mam caught up with Alison Curtis on Weekend Breakfast. The pair are gearing up for an Irish tour that's sold out half its venues so far, so we found out how they're feeling about it and why their Cork accents seems to be a draw for listeners. Plus, what are the funny things th…

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Big Busk Stories: "If Someone Believes In You, You Start To Believe In Yourself" 1:54

4M ago1:54

1:54

Marie uses her lived experience to help those experiencing homelessness. Now Marie works for Focus Ireland. We're all in for the Big Busk for Focus Ireland to help end homelessness in Ireland, are you? Find out more at TodayFM.com/Busk

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Ricky Tomlinson Says Artists That Don't Have Time For Fans Shouldn't Be in Showbiz 10:30

4M ago10:30

10:30

Ricky describes Liverpool as Ireland’s second capital! And his love of the Emerald Isle started decades ago when he met all the Irish ex-pats on the building sites. Since then he has considered it his second home. He played Bobby Grant in Brookside, and DCI Charlie Wise in Cracker but he is best known as the lovable and lewd Jim Royle in The Royle …

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Meet the Kerryman Who Is Cycling Across The Globe 7:18

4M ago7:18

7:18

He is the Tom Crean of cycling. A Kerryman with adventure on his mind. Tomas Mac an t-Saoir has travelled through the USA, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Central Asia and the Middle East – and he is just back from touring from India through Pakistan, Iran, and Afghanistan. And ALL of it on two wheels! He is the The Kerryman cycling…

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Nüdel Pod with Marcus Veerman 47:03

5M ago47:03

47:03

Learn more about an exciting new product that turns your child from the toy user to the toy maker in this conversation with Marcus Veerman from Nüdel Pod. Nüdel Pod Kickstarter campaign Nüdel Kart website My previous podcast episode with Marcus --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-…

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LEGO Master Ryan 'Brickman' McNaught Told Us All About The Irish Bricktionary Tour 7:02

5M ago7:02

7:02

Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught is one of the world’s leading LEGO® brick artists. He is one of only twenty-one LEGO® certified professionals globally. Like a Jedi Knight of all things brick related! He is known to many this side of the world as judge of Channel Four's LEGO® Masters Australia The exhibition is inspired by his bestselling book ‘The Brickti…

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Alisha Weir Didn't Tell Anyone She Was In Matilda Until The Trailer Came Out 6:55

5M ago6:55

6:55

Alisha Weir has been in Matilda, Wicked Little Letters and now Abigail – and she's only 14! It wasn't Alison's first time chatting with Alisha, so the pair caught up on how the last two years have been going for her and whether the films are affecting her school life. Alisha shared how she handled the news that she was in Matilda with her school ma…

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Brendan Gleeson Says Joaquin Phoenix in Joker Was The Best Performance He Had Ever Seen 11:36

5M ago11:36

11:36

National Treasure and Irish acting legend Brendan Gleeson on Weekend Breakfast. Alison has not hidden the fact that Brendan is one of her absolute heroes. She spoke to him about his brand-new documentary, ‘Brendan Gleeson's Farewell to Hughes’ and why he felt it was so important to record this period in his life and what trad music and a creative s…

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Laura De Barra Reveals The One Thing We Should Always Do In Changing Rooms! 9:13

5M ago9:13

9:13

Laura de Barra is a Cork-born property portfolio developer and illustrator working in the competitive London rental market. Her first book, 'Gaff Goddess', was a No.1 bestseller. Now she has turned her hand to clothing. She reveals all the helpful hacks and advice from things to consider before we buy an item of clothing, changing room cheats, tryi…

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Former Model Louise Boyce Exposed A Trick Magazines And Websites Never Revealed 7:57

6M ago7:57

7:57

Former model and Mother of 3 Award winning content creator Sunday Times bestselling author, campaigner - Louise Boyce is better known online as Mamasstillgotit_ She pivoted from plus size positive modelling to comedy content creator during Covid and never looked back. On Instagram she has built up a following of over 500k and on Tik Tok nearly 400k…

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Billy Dee Williams Talks Star Wars And His Irish Connections 9:03

6M ago9:03

9:03

Billy Dee Williams was born and raised in New York City. He has starred in forty movies, seven Broadway plays, and has made more than forty television shows and tv movies combined! In a Galaxy far, far away … okay maybe just L.A. over Zoom! Alison Curtis spoke to this living legend on the show --- He is best known as outlandishly handsome rogue Lan…

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Marti Pellow Talks About HIs Incredible Career And Makes Us Laugh A LOT! 10:05

6M ago10:05

10:05

Seven studio albums with Wet Wet Wet. Twelve solo albums. Millions sold. He has starred on Broadway and the West End. "Love Is All Around" reached number one in 1994 It then remained there for 15 weeks! Throughout its chart run, some radio stations banned the song, as many listeners were fed up of hearing it for so long. Apparently - The band thems…

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Cork Winner Of Hell's Kitchen USA Reveals His Incredible Journey 7:51

6M ago7:51

7:51

Ryan O'Sullivan is 30 and is a Culinary Studies graduate of MTU (Munster Technological University) He is originally from Gurranabraher in Cork City He had previously worked in the Maryborough and River Lee hotels in Cork city before relocating to the US to further his career, landing a job at the Mirasol County Club in Florida in 2018. He fought of…

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Treasure Baskets with Dr. Laura Wilhelm 42:29

6M ago42:29

42:29

Book: Treasure Basket Explorations https://amzn.to/48OZsEw Podcast Episode on Treasure Baskets https://amzn.to/48OZsEw Basket Options: 12” by 8” by 5” rope basket Hyacinth Storage Basket Round Woven Basket Rattan Serving Tray --- Book--Loose Parts Learning in K-3 Classrooms: https://www.gryphonhouse.com/books/details/loose-parts-learning-in-k-3-cla…

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Young Cork Entrepreneur Goes From Making Energy Balls for His College Mates To A Million Euro Contract With Aldi 5:14

6M ago5:14

5:14

A young Cork entrepreneur who first started with bringing his homemade energy balls to college lectures has signed a contract worth €1 million with supermarket chain ALDI. Matthew Collins is from Ballydesmond in Cork and he founded The Sibly Food Co. in 2018. After years of making product for friends, then selling at markets he recently has signed …

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Here Are The Best Off Screen Activities To Do With The Kids 8:24

6M ago8:24

8:24

Spring has nearly sprung and we are looking to emerge from hibernation and looking for things that we can do with the kids that don’t involve screens!! Lilly Higgins is a TV chef, a crafting genius and a Mum to 3 kids - she shares her best tips for keeping them off screens and doing achievable activities that will empower them and also are loads of…

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Paula MacSweeney Explains What 'Dopamine Dressing' Is All About 5:27

7M ago5:27

5:27

One of our very favourite people in TodayFM and ever joined Alison Curtis for a chat! Paula is usually heard Sunday to Thursday evenings from 7 on TodayFM. She joined Alison to chat wardrobes and why 'dopamine dressing' is so important especially this time of year.

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The Best County In Ireland To Spend A Holiday Is Revealed 7:58

7M ago7:58

7:58

Holiday prices are rising but that doesn’t seem to be stopping us booking holidays at home or abroad. A survey of Irish holidaymakers found over 43% are planning to take three or more holidays in 2024. Whilst over 60% of claim that rising living costs will impact their travel plans, fewer than 2% say they will not travel at all. Irish Independent, …

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Bake Off Winner Matty Reveals Who His Absolute Hero Is On The Show 8:00

7M ago8:00

8:00

Matty Edgell's life changed the minute he was crowned Great British Bake Off Winner 2023. Although he gained instant fame after winning one of Telly's biggest shows he has remained grounded and as normal as he can. He is 28 and works as a P.E. and Science teacher in Peterborough, UK and is one of the nicest, genuine people we have interviewed on th…

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Ireland's Stacey Solomon Wants To Sort Your Life Out! 9:55

7M ago9:55

9:55

She has been described as the Irish Stacey Solomon! And she has even worked with Stacey's team from 'Sort Your Life Out' and trained under Dilly Carter from the show! However, the Stacey similarities don't stop there; as Hazel admits herself she is the head off the English presenter who is one of her heroes. Hazel from 'The Home Reset' joined us la…

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Arthur From DWTS Reveals Which Contestant Surprised Him The Most! 7:44

7M ago7:44

7:44

Arthur Gourounlian is one of The Holy Trinity of judges on Dancing With The Stars! And we LOVE HIM! AG joined us again for a fab bubbly chat to talk the first week of DWTS, who has really impressed him, who surprised him (clue: he spent his career riding and now he has to keep up his form!) and the rest of the goss! Arthur also reveals his dance le…

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Keith Brymer-Jones From Great Pottery Throwdown Talks Tears, Shane MacGowan and Seth Rogen 9:30

7M ago9:30

9:30

The days are colder, but this news really warmed our hearts. One of our favourite shows The Great Pottery Throwdown starts again on Channel 4. 12 potters, 10 weeks of passion, creativity, imagination, humour and maybe even some tears! Friend of the show Keith Brymer-Jones is the head judge on this fabulous show and he spoke to Alison about being ba…

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