Best Phil Whelans Podcasts (2024)

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The Zutons play for Stuart Maconie with Rhod Gilbert, Kathy Lette, Carla Henry, Luke Wright and Bryony Jarman Pinto 37:37

12m ago37:37

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The comedian Rhod Gilbert gave up touring and TV appearances last year when he got cancer. Now he's back - a newly focussed man - with a show called 'Rhod Gilbert & The Giant Grapefruit', all about the big bitter diagnosis he had to swallow; the best-selling novelist Kathy Lette's latest book is called The Revenge Club and is based on a real life c…

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Jurgenna Win F***-All 1:21:14

1d ago1:21:14

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Phil, Jim, Pete and Trevor Drane talk fans, bans and Mexicans. Also HOTY, Chelsea and Julian Dicks. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adch…

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RUTH REICHL + MORGAN CAMPBELL + CHRISTIAN SPARKES 39:27

4d ago39:27

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On the Saturday April 27 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Ruth Reichl, the New York Times bestselling author of five memoirs, the novel “Delicious!,” and the cookbook “My Kitchen Year.” She was editor in chief of Gourmet magazine, and previously served as restaurant critic for The New York Times, as well as food editor and restaurant crit…

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Bonus Episode 23 - John Tuvey, Drummer from Flowered Up - dubbed London's answer to Happy Mondays, on the early 90s rave scene and how heroin destroyed everything 53:32

4d ago53:32

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Another emotionally charged episode, this time with special guest John Tuvey, drummer from the legendary band Flowered Up, often described as London's answer to Happy Mondays. Mad tales of raving in the early days followed by a tragic demise due to heroin infiltrating the band and ultimately causing the death of two of their members. Hosted on Acas…

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Stuart Maconie with Richard Herring, Adelayo Adedayo, Natalie Haynes, Nectar Woode 35:29

6d ago35:29

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Stuart is joined by multi instrumentalist and singer of hits like Electric Avenue, Eddy Grant; comic-turned-author Natalie Haynes on putting the feminisim into Greek mythology; actress Adelayo Adedayo on her upcoming second series playing the rookie cop in the hit BBC police drama The Responder and Comedian Richard Herring on finding the humour in …

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Massive Slaughter Mars Croydon Sing-Song 1:07:11

7d ago1:07:11

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Phil, Jim, Pete and Dan Silver say au revoir to Europe, ola to potential new managers and look for positives in three defeats and a draw. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad …

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CJ TUDOR + SUSAN FLETCHER + SASHA BESHIR 39:05

11d ago39:05

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On the Saturday April 20, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet CJ Tudor. She is author of The Burning Girls, The Other People, The Hiding Place, and The Chalk Man, which won the International Thriller Writers Award for Best First Novel, the Barry Award, and the Strand Critics Award for Best Debut Novel. In her new novel, The Gathering, a…

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Bonus Episode 22 - Dave Haslam: The inside story of the early Happy Mondays times, Shaun Ryder vomits during an interview and Factory's answer to the Sex Pistols is born 40:10

13d ago40:10

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On this award-winning series telling the definitive life story of Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, we meet the man who championed the Mondays in the music press before they were famous and was part and parcel of the development of the Madchester scene. A international DJ in his own right, a successful author and music critic - …

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Tim Peake, Helen Lederer, Phil Manzanera, Jess Fostekew, Michele Stodart and Geejay. 35:00

12d ago35:00

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The astronaut Tim Peake joins Clive to talk about life on and off Earth, and he's joined by the acclaimed guitarist Phil Manzanera who tells us about the astonishing life he led en route to joining Roxy Music. Helen Lederer discusses her new memoir and recalls formative days in The Comedy Store and Jess Fostekew talks footie in her new podcast. We'…

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TASSIE CAMERON + PHIL HEATH 38:16

18d ago38:16

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On the Saturday April 13, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet Phil Heath. Fans of bodybuilding will recognize his name as a seven-time Mr. Olympia winner, having won the competition every year from 2011 to 2017. His incredible athletic career was slowed by health concerns, but his strength of character and intensity is captured in a …

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Bonus Episode 21 - Paul Popplewell: Secrets from the set from the actor who played Paul Ryder in the Happy Mondays movie 24 Hour Party People 46:16

18d ago46:16

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A rollercoaster of a bonus episode with hilarious chat as well as tear-jerking memories from the actor Paul Popplewell, who played the part of Paul Ryder in the film 24 Hour Party People and subsequently became good friends with Paul. Secrets from the set and stories galore from the past 20 years including bittersweet memories from Paul's funeral. …

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Bettany Hughes, Al Murray, Lesley Sharp, Nisha Katona, The Wandering Hearts, Guy Chambers, Amanny Mo and Clive Anderson 36:43

19d ago36:43

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Stand up comic Al Murray on 30 years of his outspoken stage persona The Pub Landlord and his more recent side-hustle as a history podcaster; Actor Lesley Sharp on playing a spy in her high octane thriller set on a London to Beijing flight and called Red Eye; Historian Bettany Hughes on her new series of Treasures of the World, this time heading alo…

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Love Shak 1:02:37

22d ago1:02:37

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Phil, Mark Sandell and Ollie Sandell meet Hammer of the Year and F.A Cup finalist SHAKA HISLOP! Learn more about Show Racism the Red Card at www.theredcard.org westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Lea…

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Bonus Episode 20 - Paul Davis: Former Happy Mondays keyboardist on feuding brothers, playing Glastonbury and the early days of the Hacienda 31:51

25d ago31:51

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A rare and exclusive interview with the original keyboardist of Happy Mondays - the legendary Paul Davis, who reveals secrets from the early days of the band in this chat with the ex-wife of Paul Ryder, Angela Smith. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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MARLO MCKENZIE + JONATHAN PARKER + HOLLY GRAMAZIO 37:40

25d ago37:40

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On the Saturday April 5, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet Marlo Mckenzie and Jonathan Parker, the filmmakers behind a cool new documentary called “Carol Doda Topless at the Condor.” The documentary, now playing in theatres, paints a picture of an accidental trailblazer whose provocative performances transformed not only San Franci…

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Ruby Wax, Anuvab Pal, Paul Hartnoll, Jessica Gunning, Tiger Braun-White and Nerina Pallot 34:30

26d ago34:30

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Ruby Wax defined an interview style which many of us now take for granted. She discusses her hugely popular books on mindfulness and her new book which sees her undertake a series of journeys designed to aid her recovery from depression.Paul Hartnoll of the dance act Orbital is another genre definer, looking back at the history of electronic music …

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GORDON’S A LIAR!!! 51:25

29d ago51:25

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Phil, Jim, Pete and Mark and Joe Sandell hate on refs, Gordon and cheats and worry about Spurs. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice…

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KAREN KINGSBURY + ROGER MOOKING 37:50

1M ago37:50

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On this episode of The Richard Crouse Show we meet #1 New York Times bestselling novelist, Karen Kingsbury. She is North America’s favorite inspirational storyteller, with more than twenty-five million copies of her award-winning books in print. Her last dozen titles have topped bestseller lists and many of her novels are under development with Hal…

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Bonus Episode 19 - Disco Dave and Second Line Mo: Scrapes with Marilyn Manson, Calls with Robbie Williams and Struggles with Heroin 52:24

1M ago52:24

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A deeply personal episode where two of Paul's closest friends reveal details of his terrible struggles with heroin addiction, his encounter with Marilyn Mansion and a night with the Fun Loving Criminals that changed the course of Paul's life. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Daniel Mays, Cush Jumbo, Janey Godley, Marc Wootton, Ride, Georgia, Emma Freud, Clive Anderson 36:51

1M ago36:51

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Clive Anderson and Emma Freud are joined by Daniel Mays, Cush Jumbo, Janey Godley and Marc Wootton for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Ride and Georgia.By BBC Radio 4

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ADAM GROWE + SHILPI SOMAYA GOWDA 38:01

1M ago38:01

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On this edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Adam Growe. You may know him a standup comedian, a corporate entertainer or even a foster parent to seven children. But he's likely most recognized as being Canada’s favourite cab driver. He hosted the Canadian trivia-based game show "Cash Cab" for roughly eight years between 2008 and 2015, in whic…

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Bonus Episode 18 - The Rock n Roll Mums part 2: Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and Gaz Whelan's mum Sandra 50:50

1M ago50:50

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Fan favourite the Rock n Roll mums Happy Mondays Paul and Shaun Ryder's mum Linda and drummer Gaz Whelan's mum Sandra chew the fat in this special bonus episode. Hear about the stresses that the lies in the media caused, the night Paul and Shaun's dad Derek was in the doghouse and how Sandra's nighttime antics got her in trouble with her parents.. …

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Gemma Whelan, Mark Watson, Shaznay Lewis, Mr Motivator, The Mary Wallopers, Sahra, Sara Cox, Clive Anderson 37:03

1M ago37:03

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Clive Anderson and Sara Cox are joined by Gemma Whelan, Mark Watson, Shaznay Lewis and Mr Motivator for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from The Mary Wallopers and Sahra.By BBC Radio 4

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“I’m Going Back, Baby!” says incorrect man. 1:07:48

1M ago1:07:48

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Phil, Jim, Pete and Steve Law talk Villa, VAR and Victory agains Freiburg. They also fret a little about Leverkusen. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcas…

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BILLY BOYD + DOMINIC MONAGHAN + DOLLY ALDERTON + ALAN FREW 38:27

2M ago38:27

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On the Saturday March 16, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Dominic Monaghan and Billy Boyd, a.k.a. Merry Brandybuck and Pippin Took, from the “Lord of the Rings” trilogy. . They've built upon their famous friendship by working together on podcasts (“The Friendship Onion,” “Moriarty: The Devil's Game”) and TV (Boyd appeared on Monagha…

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Bonus Episode 17 - Philip Shotton: co-director of Happy Mondays videos, tells never-heard-before stories from the shoots and introduces the band to Carl Denver 42:06

2M ago42:06

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A fab bonus episode where never heard before Mondays stories are told by Philip Shotton - one of the Bailey Brothers who co-directed most of the Mondays' videos. Philip invented the iconic word "Madchester" and introduced the band to Carl Denver when Tony Wilson instigated a Factory night out to a supper club where he was playing. Find out who was …

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Jonny Lee Miller, Ade Adepitan, Kimberley Chambers, Gary Stevenson, Kat Eaton, Bidisha Mamata, Clive Anderson 37:52

2M ago37:52

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Clive Anderson and Bidisha Mamata are joined by Jonny Lee Miller, Ade Adepitan, Kimberley Chambers and Gary Stevenson for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Kat Eaton and Blondeting.By BBC Radio 4

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Ings “like new signing” claim Sullivan and Steidten 1:12:43

2M ago1:12:43

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Phil, Jim and Pete ask if Jim is the new Michael Palin, if weekday afternoon kick offs are all the rage and how hard that seig heiling dimwit in Freiburg should be punched in the throat. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playba…

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Bonus Episode 16 - Peter Hook: Happy Mondays behaving badly, getting a knock on the door from Paul and scandalous behavior at Paul's funeral 46:00

2M ago46:00

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On this award-winning podcast featuring extended interviews with the contributors to the main series of The Paul Ryder Tapes, this week's episode featured the mighty Peter Hook from Joy Division, New Order and now Peter Hook and the Light. Hooky, as he is affectionately known, spills the beans on the early days and bad behavior of the Mondays as th…

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KATHLEEN MUNROE + AMMOYE + JOHN CARNEY 39:00

2M ago39:00

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On the Saturday March 9, 2024 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet Kathleen Munroe, “Law & Order” superfan, and the star of the new “Law & Order Toronto: Criminal Intent.” It’s the new adaptation of the legendary “Law & Order” brand, based on the classic series created by Dick Wolf. A psychological thriller wrapped in a criminal investigation…

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Armistead Maupin, Ophelia Lovibond, Toheeb Jimoh, Emmanuel Sonubi, Ayanna Witter-Johnson, Amelia Coburn, Arthur Smith 37:52

2M ago37:52

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Clive Anderson and Arthur Smith are joined by Armistead Maupin, Ophelia Lovibond, Toheeb Jimoh and Emmanuel Sonubi for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Ayanna Witter-Johnson and Amelia Coburn.By BBC Radio 4

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Bonus Episode 15 - Clint Boon: the early days of the Mondays, the legendary fundraiser for Chico and the uninvited guest who gatecrashed Paul's funeral 51:01

2M ago51:01

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On this week's award-winning series telling the complete life story of the late Happy Mondays founding member and bassist Paul Ryder, Inspiral Carpets legend Clint Boon talks about the early days of the Mondays, the legendary fundraiser for Chico and the uninvited guest who gatecrashed Paul's funeral. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more…

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LucasAid 1:11:12

2M ago1:11:12

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Phil, Jim ,Pete and Simon Pentol KC talk Bees, Knees and Toffees. Also Redknapp, Emerson, Graham Paddon and the power of “Shoooooot.” westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad choi…

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ALEX MALLARI JR. + LIZ LOCKE + DIANNE WHELAN 39:00

2M ago39:00

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On the Saturday March 2, 2024 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we get to know Alex Mallari Jr. The actor is known for his performances in the television series “Dark Matter” and “Ginny & Georgia.” You’ve seen him in movies “The Adam Project,” with Ryan Reynolds and “Shotgun Wedding” with Jennifer Lopez. Today we’ll talk about his latest Netflix m…

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Bruce Dickinson, Noomi Rapace, Siobhán McSweeney, Travis Jay, MT Jones, OneDa, Rachel Parris, Clive Anderson 37:07

2M ago37:07

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Clive Anderson and Rachel Parris are joined by Bruce Dickinson, Noomi Rapace, Siobhán McSweeney and Travis Jay for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from MT Jones and OneDa.By BBC Radio 4

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Bonus Episode 14 - Phil Saxe: The Mondays' very first manager, the procurer of flares, the shepherder of the fledgling group 49:27

2M ago49:27

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On this award-winning show which has just reached a total of 350,000 listens - we meet Phil Saxe, the very first Mondays manager who spills the beans on the early days - from the day Paul Ryder and Paul Davis went to buy flares from his market stall to them signing their first record deal, their first taste of crack in New York - "never again!" - a…

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MORGAN CAMPBELL + NITA PROSE 38:17

2M ago38:17

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On the Saturday February 24, 2024 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet award-winning, former Toronto Star journalist Morgan Campbell. His new memoir “My Fighting Family: Borders and Bloodlines and the Battles That Made Us,” offers a history of his family’s multigenerational battles, a coming-of-age story, and a powerful reckoning with what it…

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George Clarke, Lindsay Duncan, Charithra Chandran, Caity Baser, Ministry of Desire, Anneka Rice, Clive Anderson 38:19

2M ago38:19

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Clive Anderson and Anneka Rice are joined by George Clarke, Lindsay Duncan and Charithra Chandran for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Caity Baser and Ministry of Desire.By BBC Radio 4

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Hudson O’D’oh 1:09:22

2M ago1:09:22

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Phil, Jim and Pete relive a delightful day out in Notts and wonder whether more remaining games than players to be in them is a problem. westhampodcast.com @westhampodcast Produced by Paul Myers and Mike Leigh A Playback Media Production playbackmedia.co.uk Copyright 2024 Playback Media Ltd - playbackmedia.co.uk/copyright Learn more about your ad c…

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Bonus Episode 13 - Gaz Whelan Part Two: Happy Mondays drummer Gaz on Paul being sectioned, fighting with his brother and battling heroin addiction 1:08:58

2M ago1:08:58

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On this award-winning podcast, Happy Mondays drummer Gaz Whelan - one of Paul Ryder's closest friends - talks about Paul's battles with mental illness, drug addiction and the traumatic feuding with his brother Shaun Ryder as well as telling hilarious tales from the studio recording sessions of the Mondays' albums Squirrel and G Man, Bummed, Pills N…

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REINALDO MARCUS GREEN + ZIGGY MARLEY + RIK EMMETT + CHRIS HADFIELD 39:55

2M ago39:55

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On the Saturday February 17, 2024 edition of The Richard Crouse Show, get to know Reinaldo Marcus Green, director of the Oscar winning film “King Richard.” He returns to theatres this weekend with “Bob Marley: One Love,” a story of how reggae icon Bob Marley overcame adversity, and the journey behind his revolutionary music. We talk about why Bob M…

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Sylvester McCoy, Peter Lord, Lucy Porter, Nancy Medina, Diane Birch, Gardna, Jayde Adams, Clive Anderson 36:49

2M ago36:49

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Clive Anderson and Jayde Adams are joined by Sylvester McCoy, Peter Lord, Lucy Porter and Nancy Medina for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Diane Birch and Gardna, recorded at Beacon Hall, Bristol.By BBC Radio 4

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Bonus Episode 12 - Latch: Tales from the frontline of the Madchester rave scene and the Happy Mondays reformation of 2012 58:34

3M ago58:34

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On this award-winning podcast where Happy Mondays founding member Paul Ryder tells his complete life story to his ex-wife journalist Angela Smith, this bonus episode features the most requested interviewee from the main series - Tuff Gong Studios owner Lee "Latch" Parker. As well as being an enthusiastic participant of the Madchester rave scene, he…

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SUPINDER WRAICH + ENRICO COLANTONI + ASHLEY TATE + RONNY CHIENG 38:42

3M ago38:42

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On the Saturday February 17, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Supinder Wraich and Enrico Colantoni, stars of the new CBC police drama “Allegiance.” Supinder stars as Sabrina Sohal, a star rookie police officer who must grapple with the limits of the justice system as she fights to exonerate her politician father. She serves her diver…

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Andy Nyman, Stella Graham, Luisa Omielan and Bernie, Kavi Pujara, Liam Bailey, Ffion Rebecca, Richie Anderson, Clive Anderson 38:47

3M ago38:47

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Clive Anderson and Richie Anderson are joined by Andy Nyman, Stella Graham, Luisa Omielan and Bernie Kavi Pujara for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Liam Bailey and Ffion Rebecca, recorded live at Curve Theatre, Leicester.By BBC Radio 4

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Bonus Episode 11 - Cressa: The Stone Roses' vibesmeister and former Happy Mondays roadie shares tales from the brightest and darkest of times 38:33

3M ago38:33

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On this award-winning series that tells the complete life story of the legendary founding member and bass player of Manchester legends Happy Mondays, Paul Ryder, this bonus episode features an extended interview with the Manchester icon, former Mondays roadie and Stone Roses Vibesmeister - Cressa. Cressa was with Paul through the brightest and dark…

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KRISTEN VAURIO + ROGER MOOKING 37:38

3M ago37:38

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On the Saturday February 3 edition of the Richard Crouse Show, we meet Kristen Vaurio, director of the new Paramount+ documentary June. The feature documentary shines an important spotlight on the history of country music and the mark the Carter and Cash families made on the genre before diving into the complex life of the legendary June Carter Cas…

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Sir Tim Rice, Sir David Jason and Jay Blades, Jodie Mitchell, Future Islands, Rosie Frater-Taylor, Athena Kugblenu 37:01

3M ago37:01

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Clive Anderson and Athena Kugblenu are joined by Sir David Jason and Jay Blades, Sir Tim Rice, Denise Welch and Jodie Mitchell for an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy. With music from Future Islands and Rosie Frater-Taylor.By BBC Radio 4

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Bonus Episode 10 - Paul Oakenfold: The birth of Indie Dance, Recording Pills N Thrills in Los Angeles and things go sour when there's a thief in the ranks 50:11

3M ago50:11

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The legendary International DJ, Remixer and Producer Paul Oakenfold is the special guest in this bonus episode - how Indie Dance was born, the recording of Pills and Thrills in Los Angeles and when everything went sour due to a thief in the ranks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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NICK BROOMFIELD + DOUGLAS SMITH 37:43

3M ago37:43

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On the Saturday January 27, 2024 edition of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Nick Broomfield, director of the new documentary “The Stones And Brian Jones,” now playing in theatres. With candid interviews and never-before-seen footage he reveals how Brian Jones, the founder of the Rolling Stones, was left behind in the shadows of history.Broomfield p…

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