Best Minder Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 32 – Stuart St. Paul Interview 59:12

10d ago59:12

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In this episode we feature an exclusive interview with Stuart St Paul who appeared in the classic Whose Wife Is It Anyway? from Series 2 of Minder. It was a small part but I could not resist speaking with Stuart as not only did he appear in one of – if not the – best of episodes, but he was also later the stuntman for Dennis Waterman in Stay Lucky.…

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Ep 112: Mirror Minders with Avital Ash 1:17:25

1d ago1:17:25

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This week the boays are joined by comedian, writer and actor Avital Ash. Avital discusses her experiences of living in L.A., working in a writer’s room for a Netflix comedy show, and recounts shooting a short film with one of the stars of Succession. Plus, Avital talks about performing her stand-up show at the Fringe and in the States, learns that …

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Series Wrap Up 40:17

6d ago40:17

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This week Dan and Dana take a deep dive into what worked and what didn't with Star Trek: The Original Series over its 3 year run. We also take time to thank everyone who supported us over the last couple of years as we went episode by episode through this fantastic series we all love. Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $1…

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Ep 111: Acting the Ferret with Brennan Reece 1:22:35

8d ago1:22:35

1:22:35

This week Steve and Marc are joined by comedian Brennan Reece. Brennan describes his experiences of acting in his youth (from getting "nonced" on Heartbeat to a brief role in Skins), attending drama school under the tutelage of a strict stick-wielding Russian, and recounts his journey in stand-up from playing rough Mancunian snooker clubs to doing …

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Encore Episode: The Omega Glory 47:42

13d ago47:42

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In this encore episode, the guys discuss the "The Omega Glory." Dan and Dana talk about how the landing party from the Enterprise finds itself in the middle of a war between the Yangs and the Comms. They also wonder if Kirk will violate the Prime Directive (again), and try to figure out if there is a powerful Gravediggers union on the planet. And t…

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Ep 110: For Your Inflammation with Sanjeev Kohli 1:30:58

15d ago1:30:58

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This week the boays are joined by actor, writer and Still Game star Sanjeev Kohli. Sanjeev talks about his early days working on Chewin’ the Fat (including writing for one of its most memorable sketches), discusses playing one of Scottish comedy’s most iconic comedy characters in Navid, and reveals the priceless line he heard from an heckler while …

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S3E24: Turnabout Intruder 1:05:58

20d ago1:05:58

1:05:58

This week Dan and Dana discuss the final episode of the original series, "Turnabout Intruder." The guys talk about Shatner's acting (the good and the over-the-top) as well as Spock's stoic stance and McCoy's insistence that Kirk keeps his shirt off. Plus, Dan and Dana receive the coolest gift ever from a long-time listener. Make sure to visit our s…

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Ep 109: Euro's Preview with Adam Miller aka OldFirmFacts 1:05:26

22d ago1:05:26

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This week we're bringing you a Euros Preview as Marc chats to Adam Miller of OldFirmFacts about Scotland's upcoming campaign and whether they can progress to the knockout stages of an international men's tournament for the first time ever. Plus, they chat about Scotland's training camp being situated next to the comicly-named Mount Wank, discuss St…

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S3E23: All Our Yesterdays 52:13

27d ago52:13

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This week Dan and Dana discuss what might be one of the best episodes of season 3, "All Our Yesterdays." The guys discuss the concept of a library that can send people into the past, the pick-pocket who (or is it "whom") Dan can't understand a word she says, and Spock getting angry at McCoy. Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers.…

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Ep 108: Scottish Slang Rap with MC Hammersmith 1:02:20

30d ago1:02:20

1:02:20

This week the boays are joined by comedian MC Hammersmith (aka Will Naameh). An improvised-rapper who regularly sends comedy audiences into eruptions of laughter and energy, Will discusses the preparation and pitfalls that accompany his act, reveals the most unusual items crowds have given him to rap about, and demonstrates his skills with a couple…

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S3E22: The Savage Curtain 55:30

1M ago55:30

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Savage Curtain." Kirk and Spock meet their heroes thanks to a talking rock who pits them against some serious baddies. The Enterprise is put in peril and Kirk and company must win to save the ship and their lives! Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10 off your first order of over $50 b…

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Bonus: Election Preview with Ed Campbell 1:30:19

1M ago1:30:19

1:30:19

Marc is joined by Ed Campbell of PoliticsJOE for a rundown of the upcoming UK general election following last week's surprise announcement from Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. They discuss the Tories' plan to introduce national service for 18 year-olds, consider the prospect of a Keir Starmer Labour government (with various football analogies on Marc's…

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Ep 107: Go Over the Wall with Jin Hao Li 1:02:44

1M ago1:02:44

1:02:44

This week the boays are joined by comedian Jin Hao Li. Having cut his teeth on the Scottish comedy circuit whilst studying at St Andrews, Jin reveals the unusual living conditions Prince William was rumoured to have whilst living on campus. Jin recalls having to do military conscription (which is now unexpectedly topical) in Singapore , recounts hi…

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S3E21: The Cloud Minders 57:52

1M ago57:52

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Cloud Minders." Kirk and crew race against time to get a mineral to save a planet from losing all of its vegetation. The guys wonder why Spock spills the beans on Pon Farr so easily and why the non-violent society thinks torture is not a form of violence. Of course, there is a lot of rambling, including stories a…

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Ep 106: Pranking Childline with Alison Spittle 1:33:21

1M ago1:33:21

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This week the boays are joined by comedian Alison Spittle. Alison chats about growing up in rural Ireland, spending her teenage years going to parties in a creepy old man's house and trying to catch out predators in online chatrooms. Plus, Alison recounts how she ended up reviewing films for the radio while still in high school, how radio led to he…

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Encore Episode: Friday's Child 50:40

2M ago50:40

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In this week's episode, Dana and Dan discuss "Friday's Child." The guys share listener comments, including one from a guy who took us up on the "wife attend" challenge! Another listener sent us a recipe for a famous sandwich in Philadelphia called the Schmitter. Here is the link to the recipe. The guys also wonder if McCoy is the father of an alien…

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Ep 105: Christmas at Jedward’s with Iain Stirling 1:21:07

2M ago1:21:07

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This week the boays are joined by comedian Iain Stirling. Known best as "The Voice of Love Island", Iain discusses how he landed the gig narrating goings-on at Casa Amor (and realising how big a deal it when he seen his crowd's reaction to him bringing a Love Island water bottle onstage), reflects on his time doing kids TV including experiences wit…

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We meet prolific TV actor George Layton - Doctor in the House, It Aint Half Hot Mum, The Likely Lads, Dr Who, Z Cars, Minder - and More! 54:48

2M ago54:48

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George Layton is prolific - he's done the lot - and he's still working in his early 80s. Both an actor and screenwriter, his career stretches from the early 50s and Children's Hour and working with Violet Carson (who played Ena Sharples in Coronation Street), through years as a star on shows like Doctor in the House and It Aint Half Hot Mum, via ca…

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S3E20: The Way to Eden 1:01:09

2M ago1:01:09

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Way to Eden." Kirk and crew have an encounter with space hippies that throws Kirk off and brings back an old flame for Chekov. Spock seems to be able to "connect" with the free-thinkers, and even finds time to jam with them. Listen in as we lay down some cool vibes... as only the Damnit Jim Podcast can do! Do you…

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Episode 31 - Nick Pearson Interview 1:08:41

2M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

In this episode we speak to camera grip for 53 episodes ofMinder, Nick Pearson. Nick was behind the camera and at the technical helm for many classic episodes – from the very first to the last in Series 5 – and as you would expect has some terrific insight into how it all came together. Some standout topics include working with the greats such as R…

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Ep 104: Replenishing the Pritt Sticks with Joe Hullait 1:12:34

2M ago1:12:34

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This week the boays are joined by Scot Squad creator and comedy commissioner at Channel 4 Joe Hullait. Joe tracks his rise from starting out at open mics in Glasgow to becoming a high-heid yin in TV, gives advice for budding comedy writers looking to get their scripts made (and whether or not it's all about social media clout these days), and expla…

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S3E19: Requiem for Methuselah 57:00

2M ago57:00

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "Requiem for Methuselah." The guys talk about how an epidemic on the Enterprise brings Kirk and his team to a planet in search of an antidote. Of course, there is some rambling in this episode, as well as more talk about Lamb Chop and the English professor who corrected our grammar several episodes ago. Make sure to v…

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Ep 103: What Type of Clothes Horse? with Chris Kent 1:06:07

2M ago1:06:07

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This week the boays are joined by Irish comedian Chris Kent. Chris reminisces about his time living in Australia while he was starting out as a comic (while still working as an electrician and having a side-hustle in copper), discusses how much of his laid-back style is typical of the Cork sense of humour, and explains why he once had to break into…

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Encore Episode: The City on the Edge of Forever 45:11

2M ago45:11

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In this encore episode, Dana and Dan discuss "The City on the Edge of Forever" which is possibly the best episode in the original series. The guys talk about how McCoy changes the course of history, who Edith Keeler is, and how a strange being called The Guardian helps Kirk and Spock attempt to set the timeline back in order. They ponder the meanin…

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Ep 102: The Wet Mouth Murderer with Ashley Storrie 1:23:38

2M ago1:23:38

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This week Marc and Steve are joined by comedian Ashley Storrie. Ashley chats about starring in the new BBC sitcom "Dinosaur", her experiences of writing and playing an autistic character and why it was important to portray an authentic reflection of her own experience. They also chat about Ashley starting standup at the age of 11, her experiences o…

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Bonus: Getting Away with Swearing with Rachel Parris 37:34

2M ago37:34

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Marc chats with comedian Rachel Parris ahead of her tour shows in Scotland at the beginning of May. Star of The Mash Report (and the videos from it which went viral online), Rachel discusses becoming known for something that's not completely reflective of her stand-up, what it was like when she took over as host during the ill-fated weeks where Liz…

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S3E18: The Lights of Zetar 48:36

3M ago48:36

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Lights of Zetar." The guys talk about Scotty being in love, McCoy's love for giving hypos, and the cool concept of Memory Alpha. Of course there's some rambling in between all this and questions about the aliens and the use of the pressure chamber. Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diapers. Get $10…

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A Life in Television: An Exclusive Interview with Former LWT, ITV, Channel 4 & BBC boss Michael Grade 1:05:10

3M ago1:05:10

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A very special interview here with Lord Grade (Michael Grade) whose fingerprints are all over British TV - from the days when his uncle Lew ran ATV to his own stewardship of LWT, BBC, Channel 4 and Later ITV again. Michael has launched (and axed) some of Britain's most popular TV shows. Here he takes Ashley through a whistle stop potted history of …

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Ep 101: An In-Depth Interview with Ray Bradshaw 1:11:51

3M ago1:11:51

1:11:51

This week Steve and Marc are joined by comedian Ray Bradshaw. They discuss doing DIY, how your approach to lad's holidays changes from your 20s to your 30's, and Ray explains why he's out looking for fellow bald-gingers as part of his new tour show. Plus, Ray recalls his time sharing a place with Marc in Australia, Steve explains his "slippy floor"…

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Little House on the Prairie at 50 - Karen Grassle talks to Ashley about family life on the farm 43:15

3M ago43:15

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Karen Grassle who played Caroline celebrates 50 years since the launch in 1974 of Little House on The Prairie. The then new show from America would pull in huge audiences all around the world including in the UK where it had a prime time slot. Here Ashley talks to Karen about working with Michael Landon (which was fraught for a time), her child co …

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S3E17: That Which Survives 48:08

3M ago48:08

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "That Which Survives." We get dead crewmen, a beautiful alien, a smart-aleck Spock and a very frustrated Scotty, not to mention we get into some detail about pizzas, ants, and Chef Boyardee. We also manage to anger geologists, anthropologists, and paleontologists. Make sure to visit our sponsor, NorthShore Adult Diape…

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Episode 30 – Colin Farrell Interview 51:33

3M ago51:33

51:33

Welcome to episode 30 of the minder podcast in association with minder.org. I remember when the UK Gold TV channel I first came out that I thought it was great that certain TV programmes were being recognised as classics. And UK Gold also featured some more obscure works that were good tosee on TV for the first time. Why do I mention this? Well, be…

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Episode 100: Live at the Pavilion with Greg Hemphill, Christopher MacArthur-Boyd, Raymond Mearns & More 1:08:13

3M ago1:08:13

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We've reached 100 episodes! And to celebrate we're releasing the highlights from our most recent live show at the Pavilion Theatre with guests including Still Game creator Greg Hemphill, the fourth-laugher himself Christopher MacArthur-Boyd and the legendary Raymond Mearns... plus a few other wee surprise appearances. A video version of this podcas…

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S3E16: The Mark of Gideon 56:52

3M ago56:52

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "The Mark of Gideon." The guys talk about how Kirk seems to disappear while beaming down to the planet Gideon, but ends up on what seems to be an empty starship Enterprise. The only other person on the ship is a woman he has never seen before. The guys also read listener comments, play some phone calls, and Dan rails …

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Episode 99: A Little Less Conversation with Sam Campbell 1:14:37

3M ago1:14:37

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This week the boays are joined by comedian, star of Taskmaster & Edinburgh Comedy Award winner Sam Campbell. Sam chats to the boays about all manner of topics including spies, hippos, headbutts and Weetabix (or Weetbix as Steve points out it's called in Sam's native Australia). Plus, they discuss Sam's "Bulletproof 10" Fringe show where he sold out…

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S3E15: Let That Be Your Last Battlefield 54:18

3M ago54:18

54:18

This week Dana and Dan discuss "Let That Be Your Last Battlefield." The guys talk about how the Enterprise is on its way to decontaminate a planet when they are suddenly hijacked by a strange alien. They also ramble about toll roads, frozen peas, and talking during live theater performances. You can win a beautiful Damnit Jim! The Podcast polo shir…

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Episode 98: Feelings at the Football with Larry Dean 1:20:24

3M ago1:20:24

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This week the boays are joined by comedian Larry Dean. They discuss Larry’s meticulous approach to standup, where he takes into account everything from his skincare routine to his silhouette (not to mention his incredible writing and performing, which has led to multiple award-nominated Edinburgh shows). Larry also covers how he deals with having t…

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Love it or Loathe It, Why Don't You!? was part of all our childhoods. Ashley meets up with Phil Noble from the Liverpool gang 1:04:43

3M ago1:04:43

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Why Don't You?! played to millions of kids in the school holidays on BBC1. It began in 1973 and lasted until 1995, meaning the show touched several generations over nearly a quarter of a century. Among the presenters Ant from Ant and Dec, among the producers - Russell T Davies but there were dozens more who cut their tv teeth on this show presented…

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S1E7: What Are Little Girls Made Of 37:42

3M ago37:42

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They guys are on vacation this week, so please enjoy this encore episode. This week Dana and Dan discuss the episode "What Are Little Girls Made Of." The guys ponder what it is to be human, talk (once again) about the poor furniture choices made on the show, and wonder (several times) about the stalactite. Hey, sometimes a stalactite is just a stal…

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Episode 97: A Really Long Time with Zara Gladman 1:05:22

4M ago1:05:22

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This week the boays are joined by comedian Zara Gladman. With the popularity of her “West End Mum” character and other viral videos, Zara discusses how lockdown prompted her to start putting videos online, her nascent experiences of live comedy around a decade ago putting on standup gigs for academics, and talks about transferring her popular onlin…

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S3E14: Whom Gods Destroy 52:23

4M ago52:23

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This week Dana and Dan discuss "Whom Gods Destroy." The guys once again visit the asylum, and patients are running things! Dan and Dana talk about Marta's dance, Scotty's foolishness, a forcefield that if destroyed would wipe out everyone on the planet, and Kirk's commitment to assuring the Enterprise and crew are safe! And then there is all that t…

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Episode 96: X&Y with Jamie Hutchinson 1:14:37

4M ago1:14:37

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This week the boays are joined by comedian Jamie Hutchinson. A comedic tour-de-force and "Pied Piper of Pisscans", Jamie describes his relationship with gambling and how he beat the payday-loan system during the "glory days" of Wonga, they swap tales of underage drinking and getting in trouble with the police as teens, and Jamie reveals his childho…

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Episode 29 – Glynn Edwards Tribute 44:35

4M ago44:35

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Welcome to episode 29 of The Minder Podcast in association with minder.org. In this episode we bring you a tribute to a man without whom Minder would have looked very different indeed. What would Minder have been without Dave the barman? A very underrated part of the main trio which made Minder famous: Arthur, Terry and Dave, Glynn Edwards was by a…

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Bonus: No Sh*t Free Existence with Reginald D Hunter 30:03

4M ago30:03

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Marc speaks to comedian Reginald D Hunter ahead of his show at the Glasgow International Comedy Festival. Reg discusses his approach to working up a new stand-up show, opines on the challenge of doing social commentary in comedy when everyone is down their own individual rabbit-holes, and recalls his first time gigging in Scotland at a rowdy pub in…

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S3E13: The Elaan of Troyius 54:40

4M ago54:40

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This week Dan and Dana discuss "The Elaan of Troyius." The guys talk about how Kirk falls for another alien woman, Scotty's doom-and-gloom pronouncements, and what might be the worst-acted scene in all of the original series. The Ramble Jar makes an appearance as Dana and Dan talk about cicadas and airplane toilets. And then there is the emergency …

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Episode 95: Mai’s Kitchen with Grado 1:33:33

4M ago1:33:33

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This week the boays are joined by wrestler, actor and presenter Grado. He describes his journey from play-wrestling wearing his gran's tights as a kid to become part of British wrestling's renaissance (and rubbing shoulder with WWE greats like Mick Foley and Kurt Angle). There's a whole host of other topics including Grado's vaping addiction, getti…

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S3E12: The Empath 1:02:39

4M ago1:02:39

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This week Dan and Dana discuss "The Empath." Kirk, Spock, and McCoy are once again abducted by aliens, and this time the aliens are doing some very mean experiments. There's a mute Empath who might be the key to the whole thing, but can the Captain and his men survive the ordeal? Dan and Dana do their best to survive this episode! We'd love to hear…

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Episode 94: Comedian’s Toolbox with Susie McCabe 1:08:11

4M ago1:08:11

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TICKETS FOR SOME LAUGH LIVE AT THE PAVILION GLASGOW ON SUNDAY 31ST MARCH ARE ON SALE NOW (Featuring guest Christopher MacArthur-Boyd, plus more to be announced!): https://www.paviliontheatre.co.uk/shows/some-laugh-live-at-glasgow-international-comedy-festival/ This week the boays are joined by comedian and returning guest Susie McCabe. Susie discus…

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S3E11: Wink of an Eye 1:04:39

4M ago1:04:39

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This week Dan and Dana discuss "Wink of an Eye." They guys add to the dead crewman count, talk about Deela's dress (or lack thereof) and Rael's costume, and marvel at one of the best special effects in the whole series. Dan also hypothesizes that Kirk is doing his best to seed the whole galaxy... We'd love to hear from you! Call the Damnit Jim Hotl…

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Episode 93: £50 Beetle with Phil Ellis 1:11:58

4M ago1:11:58

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TICKETS FOR SOME LAUGH LIVE AT THE PAVILION GLASGOW ON SUNDAY 31ST MARCH ARE ON SALE NOW (Featuring guest Christopher MacArthur-Boyd, plus more to be announced!): https://www.paviliontheatre.co.uk/shows/some-laugh-live-at-glasgow-international-comedy-festival/ This week the boays are joined by comedian Phil Ellis. A delightfully-misanthropic comedi…

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