Best Shite Talk Podcasts (2024)

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David Simon talks about The Big Fella (Patreon Preview) 16:52

39m ago16:52

16:52

Hello! A few weeks ago David Simon (of the Wire fame) went on a big twitter rant about Michael Collins and how he would have figured in to the Israel / Palestine conflict. We recorded a short episode of us reading / reacting to Simon's tweets and if you'd like to hear the rest of it, it's over on Patreon . You can read the original twitter thread h…

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Ep 171: Enter the Abyss (Manson Part 4) 49:48

34m ago49:48

49:48

We arrive at the central days in the story of the Manson Family. As Charles Manson feels the pressure grow, with multiple Family members arrested, the critical days begin. In this episode we hear about the Tate and LaBianca murders and the events surrounding them, in the days and nights between August 8th and August 10th, 1969. A media storm descen…

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Ep 170: Cutting To The Chase On Bradley Walsh. 33:26

4h ago33:26

33:26

This week the lads tackles one of society's most enduring a far-reaching mysteries. A conundrum that has perplexed the greatest minds for over three decades: Where has all the white dogshite gone? Darren ventures beyond The Pale and visited 8 different counties in 2 days so he gets to give his hot takes on life outside the big smoke and his first e…

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Annabelle, true or a load of B*****KS 58:30

2h ago58:30

58:30

We delve into the origins of the Annabelle doll made famous by Hollywood. My review on the new movie Beetle juice Beetle juice. A message from the other side from reggae legend Bob Marley in Paraletic activities MTV Crypts. Plus more, all done with a few Paranorm-ales. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Act…

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Bonus: Cold Cake Files 15:22

2h ago15:22

15:22

Joe makes absolute filth from an innocent question about inanimate household objects. We weigh up the greatest one-off tricks to pull off just once in life. After a formal complaint from one listener about Joe’s butchering of an accent, Darren doubts his own Christopher Walken impersonation abilities. There is much discussion of the history of Wisp…

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Tom Crean - The Endurance (Part 2) 1:09:29

16h ago1:09:29

1:09:29

Hello! Here's the second and final part of the Tom Crean story, covering his time onboard The Endurance with Ernest Shackleton and his Trans-Antarctic Expedition. . You can follow Shite Talk on Instagram (and now TikTok) to see clips from each episode, and you can find tickets for our upcoming LIVE SHOW here: 30th January 2025 - Laughter Lounge, Du…

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Ep 169: Last Chance Saloon (Manson Part 3) 36:04

4d ago36:04

36:04

Charles Manson visits the home of Sharon Tate as he tries to chase down his last chance at musical stardom. A shot at redemption emerges for his dreams of a record deal, but hope soon descends into farce as the Manson Family host what may be history’s most shambolic audition. As the lights of Hollywood fade into the distance, Manson sets course for…

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Ep 168: Spite Bag With a Vengeance 31:09

2d ago31:09

31:09

With the announcement our next live show, we talk about the process of rehearsal and reveal some of the more stressful moments from the days and weeks leading up to the last show. There’s a new Joe-proof system for rehearsals in place and Darren has concerns about the split on takings from a spice bag truck that has ended up embedded in a wall at V…

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Bonus: Conway's Almanac 16:12

4d ago16:12

16:12

Is Darren Conway a modern day prophet of pop culture? One keen eared listener has spotted a potentially hidden talent, although there are signs his gift could be waning, if he ever had it. The question over Darren’s oversized shoes makes a return, as a second listener trawls the archives. We’re considering which gig from history we would most like …

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Ep 167: Into the Wild (Manson Part 2) 49:28

10d ago49:28

49:28

Recently ejected from their life among the rich and famous of the LA elite, the Manson Family find a new home – at an old movie set from the western era – and find a new purpose. As Charles Manson feels his music dreams slipping away, and experiences a very public humiliation, the Family’s focus shifts to apocalyptic visions and dreams of violence.…

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Tom Crean - Kerry's Antarctic Explorer 48:55

9d ago48:55

48:55

Part 1 of a tale about one of the hardiest men Kerry has ever produced, the Antartic explorer Tom Crean. Tickets to our live show in January 2025 can be found over at LaughterLounge.com. If you want bonus content, or want to support us outside of coming to a live gig, or get 20% of tickets for the live gig, sure go over and sign up to the Patreon!…

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Ep 166: Undercover FOMO 32:12

9d ago32:12

32:12

Darren is getting himself caught up in mass public hype of the Oasis reunion, but doesn’t want anyone to know he’s just there for the hype. Joe discusses the morality of taking tickets from diehard fans, even if you just want to go along out of FOMO. We explore the curious history of Irish gameshows – some more disastrous than others – and Joe fina…

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Cannock Chase one scary Ass place. 55:45

10d ago55:45

55:45

Cannock chase part 2 . black eyed children, werewolves plus more in this terrifying woods. We get a message through a spirit box from David Bowie in MTV Crypts and Orange has another tale in Orange spills the juice and a quick review on the movie Longlegs. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activities.…

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Bonus: The Good, the Bad and the Ungrateful 18:25

11d ago18:25

18:25

Darren has been spending time with some bad influences and it’s having a knock on effect on the podcast as he brings a new, tough attitude to the studio and a refusal to accept any and all criticism. There’s some rejection of very good advice and severe butchering of motivational quotes. And Joe accepts a listener’s challenge and formally announces…

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MashUP Ultrafunk | Ep. 254 35:40

12d ago35:40

35:40

Listen now | No words, just phonk This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit freakbeatsedm.substack.comBy FreaKBeatS EDM podcast

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Ep 165: How to Build a Cult (Manson Part 1) 1:26:38

19d ago1:26:38

1:26:38

We begin a deep dive into the incredible, barely believable story of Charles Manson and the Manson family - and how the cult's crimes changed the world. In this first episode we hear about how the seeds for the murderous cult were sown in the early years of a young Charles Manson, and how he warped a bundle of religious texts, Beatles songs and sel…

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Bonus: The Rounding 14:30

18d ago14:30

14:30

How many legs does a crab have? According to Darren, who doesn't include his thumbs when counting his fingers, it's 8 making the crustaceans a distant relative of a spider. Why does it matter you ask? Well, they obviously need to know so they're fully informed when deciding if they'd rather crab legs or T-Rex arms. A close ally of Joe's gets in tou…

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FEED DROP: Wireland Now: Watermelon Flag 25:06

20d ago25:06

25:06

Israel has the right... to what end?Wireland Ranch is an incredible work of art and we're proud to host them on our feed. And today's episode comes with an important message, now more than ever. This episode was released back in November 2023. The reported death toll is now well past 30 000. A humanitarian disaster happening before our very eyes. A…

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The Ghost of Elvis & the Roast of the Pigman 59:49

27d ago59:49

59:49

We delve into the folklore of the Pigman of Cannock chase, plus a few true terrifying true stories from the chase. We are privileged to get a message from the other side from Elvis Presley himself, as he tells us about his spooky home in MTV Crypts. Plus more paranormal fun all done with Blood moon beer from DMC brewery. Message the show, and get a…

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W.B. Yeats w/ Shannon Basso Gaule 1:48:14

23d ago1:48:14

1:48:14

Hello! We are back, and for the first episode of season 12 we talked about everybody's favourite poet, wizard, and sex pest; William Butler Yeats. Joining us for the occasion is the wonderful Shannon Basso Gaule, Carlow's other favourite comedian. . You can follow Shite Talk on Instagram to see clips from each episode and you can find tickets for o…

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Ep 164: Kayaxeing for Love 45:21

23d ago45:21

45:21

Darren is misidentified as British by a robot, while Joe races full tilt into the warm embrace of Artificial Intelligence authoritarianism Could Darren return to the dating scene? He worries he may never be able to; even if he was dating Amy. His plan for romantic success involves eggy bread and a spray painted dog. And maybe a disco. Joe visits Lo…

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Bonus: To Sleep or not to Sleep 18:59

1M ago18:59

18:59

Joe’s silent defenders emerge from the shadows this week to defend his honour and fact check the fact checker on everything from hair care to the global availability of black pudding. There are strange childhood recipes pored over, and a historic tale of a strange end has one listener asking us what would be the most undignified legacy to leave beh…

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Ep 163: Blood Money & Parrot Shows 54:20

30d ago54:20

54:20

We bring you the incredible tale of two notorious Irish serial killers in Scotland, and the world famous skeleton they left behind after their shocking spree came to an end. Joe has been to a parrot show, and comes back to report it may be the most depressing form of bird entertainment ever performed. The parrot show is just one part of another hug…

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Bonus: Pros And Cons Of A Pet Bear 16:01

1M ago16:01

16:01

Listeners Christie and Jay have fired in two very different but equally thought provoling questions for Darren and Joe to chew over this week. One involves the real life pros and cons of having a friendly bear as a best pal and the other has Joe falling from space from a great height. They also hear from an irrate punter who claims they almost kill…

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Paranormal banter with Kev Kerr. 1:01:21

1M ago1:01:21

1:01:21

We chat with Kev, who has years under his belt with all things that go bump in the night, Join us as we take a very skeptical view on ghosts, haunting etc. Haunted room 101, Ask Kev & quickfire 10 plus a review on Johns book from PARANORMAL legend from the other side Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activ…

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Ep 162: The Greatest Spiceman 55:14

1M ago55:14

55:14

The day has finally come. He had many doubters both on the podcast and beyond, but Joe has finally opened his food truck! In typical Joe fashion, he chose to do it at a charity match feeding the hungry masses his extra spicy spice bag allowing them to get as hot and sweaty as him and the other influencers on the pitch. While Darren was not and will…

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Bonus: Sorry is the Hardest Word 20:44

1M ago20:44

20:44

Hiding from one of cinema’s most terrifying monsters is the challenge for Darren this week. Joe is offered a road to karmic redemption via a niche 00s TV reference, but he has complicated feelings about it and thinks life as an incarcerated martyr might be easier than a simple apology. Biscuits prove a big distraction and Joe realises he had made h…

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Ep 161: Nothing's Coming Up McGucken 47:17

1M ago47:17

47:17

It’s a consequential week in the Stall It universe, as Joe’s losing battle with karma continues. The universe will not relent in its onslaught of petty revenge against McGucken. In fact, it’s got so bad that he’s been looking for a tropical paradise to escape to. And in a major, monumental change of policy, he has revised his policy on birthday cel…

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Paranormal chat with Amy Cox 1:00:14

2M ago1:00:14

1:00:14

Amy's Quickfire 10, Haunted room 101, Cryptid factor & Orange spills the juice plus more original questions for our Amy. Cracking show with a awesome guest. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activities.By John Smith

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Bonus: Revenge of the Corn 19:02

2M ago19:02

19:02

We find ourselves thrust into a serious debate about corn, on multiple fronts, as the much maligned vegetable has its reputation thrown in the gutter, only to bounce back empathically. We get a rare insight into the filtering process that clears questions for inclusion in the bonus episodes - and hear of some of the strangest ones we get in. There …

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Live chat with Don't scare Claire. 1:01:39

2M ago1:01:39

1:01:39

We chat all things haunted pubs, vampires, grisly history plus much more. Great guest with a fantastic channel, go and check her out on Youtube. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activities.By John Smith

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Ep 160: Extra Ordinary 47:38

2M ago47:38

47:38

There’s a conspiracy theory afoot this week, as Joe arrives late to the recording and finds few believers of his official version of events. He’s been off schmoozing with the greats of Irish film and TV, and comes back to the studio sounding like he had quite the weekend. There are tales of roof hopping and Darren and Joe find wild eyed fascination…

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Bonus: The Scourge of the Self Checkouts 15:53

2M ago15:53

15:53

Joe needs to expand his pallet but are pickled pork rinds really the right way to do that? Maybe it would be the secret to surviving a beheading? Darren's true feelings about self checkouts are revealed and let's just say they're not positive. And that's not the only potentially controversial opinion he shares as he slates a much beloved TV show. T…

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Ep 159: The Legend of the Pet Rock 48:49

2M ago48:49

48:49

Joe's on a health kick that includes lugging around the world's biggest, and most passive aggressive water bottle. He won't be taking up jumping for exercise though and has something to say to any adults thinking of heading along to jumpzone. Darren's considering investing in a storage unit - either for his own stuff or full of someone else's poten…

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Bonus: Just a Perfect Day 21:01

2M ago21:01

21:01

We attempt to design the perfect day, which takes us from pastries in bed, to a BBQ in Finglas, with some parachuting on the Amalfi coast, and a couple of trips into space. Joe remembers, with some disgust, the short lived availability of alcoholic milkshakes. The people have come out in support of Darren’s crocs, and making him feel very validated…

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I krushed it | Ep. 253 31:12

2M ago31:12

31:12

For a few months, this new style for 2024 called krush funk has been popping around and I decided to give it a go. And it does not disappoint. And do not worry, your speakers or headphones are not due for a return. It’s the krushed production technique, hence the name of the style. Here’s your playlist 509 $icario - KRUSH PHONK! Xxanteria - FUNKED …

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Ep 158: Return of the Sleaze 50:06

2M ago50:06

50:06

We return to one of the strangest, sleaziest reality TV shows of modern times, as Joe updates us on how they're delving to new depths for season two. We hear of an Ireland under Darren Conway, Finance Minister, out to shape the world in his own vision. And Joe has had a bad week, from being wronged to some public embarrassment, and he's not finding…

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Bram, Dracula and the Honey monster too 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

We trace Bram Stokers footsteps to find his inspiration for the novel Dracula. We discuss The Honey swamp monster in the Cryptid factor, Orange has another tale in Orange spills the juice. plus more. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activities.By John Smith

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Bonus: The Man to Fold the World 16:28

2M ago16:28

16:28

The fate of humanity rests in the hands of our two resident comedians, and to save our planet (and the lives of all aboard) they must show a potentially murderous alien invader the best possible night on the town. The answers may leave some despairing for humanity. A question on ageing provides a window into Joe’s unique approach to the topic, incl…

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Ep 157: Almost Famous by Association 54:11

3M ago54:11

54:11

Joe’s depressing dodging of karma for his many sins in the concert world lead us in a roundabout way to wondering if we could make a living selling merchandise outside gigs, which then leads down a strange path that ends with us browsing aircraft hangars and full sized rollercoasters. Darren makes big footwear announcement, and Joe wants to partner…

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Bonus: The Devil Wears Bees 18:28

3M ago18:28

18:28

Darren is going through more windows at 4 in the morning, there’s some deep consideration to the best time to wear a suit of bees, a listener gets on to us to fact check another listener, and the lads weigh up the pros and cons of writing their own story, or having someone pen their legacy for them.

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dead cold paranormal on a baking hot day 57:23

3M ago57:23

57:23

We chat with tonight's guest Mark Bonar of Deadcold Paranormal. We discuss this years Parameet at Sketchly hall, his new video from Woodchester mansion and reminisce about our previous investigations. Message the show, and get a mention Check out our YouTube channel Para-letic Activities.By John Smith

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Ep 156: Swift Justice 59:35

3M ago59:35

59:35

In his typically humble way, Joe makes the case he can win a fight with one of the great apes, and Taylor Swift can’t hold a tune. And it all, somehow, stems from him being disappointed that Dublin Zoo is just too damn good these days. A listener tips us off about the fascinating origins of eels (turns out it’s quite a mystery), and Joe has an audi…

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Bonus: Everybody Do The Conway 15:22

3M ago15:22

15:22

There’s big news coming in of a major feat of athletic endurance in west Dublin, and there's cause for celebration as Darren is finally made aware of it. Joe puts out a call for someone to create a dance track for “The Conway” – all submissions will be very gratefully received. With the offer of performing at any music festival throughout history o…

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Ep 155: Age Inappropriate 50:49

3M ago50:49

50:49

A consensus is reached this week, as we decide to bring back some good, old fashioned traffic. Joe has a rare moment of self doubt as a conversation in a pub unleashes the fear he may look older than he actually is, and he comes to the studio looing for reassurance. Darren is set for the chance of a lifetime and the chance to live out his dreams of…

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Bonus: Unbearably Ungrateful 14:27

3M ago14:27

14:27

We get another listener tribute from the mountains, with very high production values, and we receive a disgruntled communication from across the Atlantic - as Joe's lack of gratitude does not go unnoticed. A gross ignorance of sheep is exposed, life in Siberia is compared to life in a haunted house, and Darren reveals a potentially controversial ne…

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