Best SIMON CONSTABLE Podcasts (2024)

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Jared Falk - Drumeo founder and CEO 53:21

1h ago53:21

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Joining me today is CEO and founder of Drumeo Jared Falk. Im quite certain that everyone watching or listening to this will know what Drumeo is and without doubt will have seen some of the remarkable content that they deliver time and time again, not just remarkable content, but filmed with the finest video and audio you could ever wish to see! Joi…

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Simon Phillips - Bonus episode! short but sweet! 11:33

15d ago11:33

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This was the end of another wonderful conversation with Simon Phillips that wasnt used in the recent Hayman episode, its way too interesting not to use. Simon tells us where his love of 24" bass drums came from, his first experience of using a boom cymbal stand that was brough back as a gift from New York and he tells us how cymbal stands affect th…

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Lina Anderberg - Zara Larsson / Independant 38:59

27d ago38:59

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Joining me today is Lina Anderberg. Lina is currently on tour with Swedish singer and song writer, Zara Larsson. Lina (also from Sweden ) takes us through her career so far from her early days when her love of horses was the main competition to her drumming career! She tells us how she got the bug after just having a go on a kit at school, knowing …

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CC: British Free Speech Under Threat, Russia Doomed @RobinHorsfall 29:49

1M ago29:49

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Former paratrooper and SAS operative joins CONSTABLE CONFIDENTIAL for a second interview. This time we discuss the new hate crime laws in Scotland and the threat they might be to free speech, plus Russia's future after the Ukraine war is over. And we get some special insights into the title of one of Horsfall's books Fighting Scared. Learn more abo…

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The History of Hayman Drums - Ft. Nigel Constable, Simon Phillips, Simon Kirke & Robb Reiner 1:22:10

1M ago1:22:10

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 134 - The history of Hayman Drums . Joining me today for this very special episode talking about the history of Hayman Drums is a star studded cast including Drummer and Hayman authority Nigel Constable, Nigel wrote the Hayman Drum Book along with Bob Henrit in 2016 so is the perfect person to guide us through the Ha…

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CC: Economic Malaise In Scotland Plus JK Rowling Speaks Out On New Hate Law @RealConstable 23:26

1M ago23:26

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Entrepreneur and company director Alan Quinn joins us today for an update on Scotland's economic, social, and legal malaise. Notably, we touch on the new hate crime laws in Scotland, which can mean a prison stay of up to seven years in prison. Author JK Rowling has already asked the police to arrest her after she described several transgender women…

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CC: London The Most Antisemitic City in the World, Says Israel Politician @BenWeinthal @RealConstable 28:14

2M ago28:14

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Ben Weinthal, contributor for The Jerusalem Post, Iran International, and other fine publications, joins to discuss the rise of London as the world capital of Antisemitism, plus the continued calls for Germany to shutter Iran's embassy in Berlin following terror attacks linked to Tehran. Read Ben's story on London and antisemitism here or here: htt…

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CC: Not All Royals Are Like Harry and Megan, Says @LeescoLee3 19:38

1M ago19:38

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Lee Cohen, an expert on the British royals and the UK-US relationship, makes his debut on Constable Confidential. We discuss the contrast between how Prince Edward and his wife Sophie behave versus Prince Harry and Megan. Plus, we look deeper at the anti-UK sentiment from the White House. Read more of Cohen's thoughts on the royals here or here: ht…

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CC: UK Tax payers Can Soon Buy Shares In Bank that Lost Its Soul @RealConstable @Ian_Fraser 20:21

2M ago20:21

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Ian Fraser, author of "Shredded: Inside RBS, The Bank That Broke Britain," joins us for his CONSTABLE CONFIDENTIAL debut. We discuss what Fraser describes as a culture that lost its soul and never got it back, is soon to be sold back to the UK public after being bailed out by the British taxpayer. Fraser explains the bizarre logic behind this news …

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Nic Collins & Trev Lukather of The Effect 36:57

2M ago36:57

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Joining me today is Nic Collins & Trev Lukather Trev Lukather and Nic Collins join me for a chat about their stunning new band The Effect, the band is completed by Steve Maggiora on Keys and the stunning vocals of Emmet Stang! Obvioulsy neither Nic or Trev need no introduction, Nic makes his 4th appearance on the Podcast while Trev has the honour o…

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CC: Anti-semitism Hits Record Highs Around the World @BenWeinthal @RealConstable 28:04

2M ago28:04

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Distinguished Middle East analyst Ben Weinthal joins us again from Jerusalem, where he writes for Fox News Digital, the Jerusalem Post, and the Middle East Forum. This week, we discuss the record-breaking levels of antisemitism around the world, plus the efforts of the U.S. administration to release frozen money to Iran while at the same time sendi…

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CC: Scottish Local Governments Make Economic War on Workers @RealConstable 23:21

2M ago23:21

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Glasgow-based entrepreneur and businessman Alan Quinn joins us for this episode of CONSTABLE CONFIDENTIAL to discuss the latest efforts by local government to impose more living costs on already cash-strapped people. Notably, this involves ultra-high car parking charges in the Scottish capital, Edinburgh, and Scotland's largest city, Glasgow. We al…

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Mike Heaton - Embrace / Code Drum Heads 1:00:29

2M ago1:00:29

1:00:29

Percussion Discussion - Episode 132 - Mike Heaton. Joining me today is Mike Heaton. Since the 90’s Mike has been the drummer for Yorkshire indie rockers Embrace. Join Mike and myself as we chat about many aspects of his amazing career including his beautiful drumming and always serving the song, Mike explains how this wasn’t always the case and how…

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Michel'le Baptiste - Lizzo, Fifth Harmony, Beyonce 51:21

3M ago51:21

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Joining me today is Michel'le Baptiste. Michel'le has played for the likes of Beyonce, Lizzo and Fifth Harmony to name but a few! My first time seeing Michel'le play was at Glastonbury 2023 where she was the drummer with Lizzo's incredible all female band that totally blew my mind! Join myself and Michel'le, as we talk about her incredible journey …

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Leon Cave - Status Quo/Francis Rossi 51:58

4M ago51:58

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Joining me today is Leon Cave. Since 2013 Leon has been the drummer with the mighty Status Quo. Join Leon and myself as we talk about his career so far, from his early days as a young heavy metal fan playing along to Iron Maiden songs through to studying with the renowned manchester based drummer and percussionist (and former guest) Dave Hassel. Le…

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CC: It's Getting Worse: Iran Makes War on Pakistan and Iraq @Vahid_Beheshti 24:43

4M ago24:43

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Iranian-born British citizen and political activist Vahid Beheshti joins us from London outside the Foreign Office. He explains the latest on the conflict in the Middle East, notably the two attacks on Pakistan and Iraq, and what that means for the region. We also discuss the urgent need for the United Kingdom to remove all its diplomatic corps fro…

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CC: How Much Has California Overspent? It's a mystery @JCBliss @RealConstable 20:47

4M ago20:47

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California’s government can’t agree on how much it has overspent: $68 billion, $38 billion, or $100 billion. What’s the difference? It's only money. On top of that, the California Democrats want to introduce a wealth tax. What could possibly go wrong? We have that and more. Joining us from Orange County, California, is Jeff Bliss, a senior correspo…

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A Tribute to 101 Years Of Premier Percussion - A Percussion Discussion Podcast Special. 1:12:55

4M ago1:12:55

1:12:55

This is a very special episode of Percussion Discussion Podcast - this celebrates 101 years of Premier Percussion, Join myself and a wealth of remarkable drummers and industry professionals as they share their memories and thoughts of the mighty Premier Percussion. Joining me in no particular order are - Joe Franco - Ged Lynch - Andie Laidlaw - Bob…

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Rob Brian - Siouxsie Sioux, Simple Minds, Modern English, Loreena Mckennitt, Goldfrapp, Miles Kane 44:10

4M ago44:10

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Percussion Discussion - Episode 129 - Rob Brian Joining me today is English drummer Rob Brian Rob has carved out an incredible career for himself so far, having wonderful names on his CV such as Miles Kane, Siouxsie Sioux, Peter Gabriel, Hugh Cornwell, Simple Minds, Clara Ponty, Modern English and many more. Join Rob and myself for a fascinating an…

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2024's Biggest Risks to the West: The U.S. Election and the Ukraine-Russia War @RobinHorsfall 26:19

5M ago26:19

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Former paratrooper and SAS soldier Robin Horsfall makes his debut on Constable Confidential. Among other gallantry, he was one of the team that rescued hostages from the Iranian Embassy in London in 1980. For the last two years, Horsfall has chronicled the Russia-Ukraine war and recently published a book on the conflict titled "Slava Ukraine Who Da…

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Is Scotland on an Economic Train Ride to Socialism? @RealConstable 25:45

5M ago25:45

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Alan Quinn, a long-standing Glasgow-based entrepreneur, weighs in on Scotland's ruling Scottish National Party and the economic policies they are pursuing. Specifically, he targets the lack of private sector experience by leading SNP figures and the idiocy of rent control, plus much more. Photo credit: Gus Pasquarella, Public domain, via Wikimedia …

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Flash Back: Constable and Batchelor Play Scrooge and Marley @RealConstable 4:30

5M ago4:30

4:30

Here's a flashback to 2008, in which John Batchelor and I play Scrooge and Marley to tell the story of mega-conman Bernie Madoff who was charged with fraud in 2008 after running a $65 billion Ponzi scheme. Photo credit: Internet Archive Book Images, No restrictions, via Wikimedia Commons Photo description: From a 1900 illustrated edition of A Chris…

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Tom Brechtlein - Chick Corea / Robben Ford / Wayne Shorter / Al Di Meola etc.... 1:07:03

5M ago1:07:03

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Joining me today is Tom Brechtlein. Tom is a hugely talented American drummer wh has played for the likes of Chick Corea, Robben Ford, Wayne Shorter, Frank Gambale, Don Grusin, Al Di Meola and many more. Join Tom and i as we pick through some of the highlights from his remarkable career so far. These include some remarkable stories about recording …

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Inside the Hamas Tunnels and the Attacks on Merchant Shipping in the Red Sea @BenWeinthal 23:44

5M ago23:44

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Middle East Forum contributor and intrepid correspondent Ben Weinthal joins us from Jerusalem to discuss his recent tour of the Hamas-built tunnels in Gaza, plus details of the Iranian-backed Houthi rebel attack on merchant shipping in the Red Sea and the case of a professor suspended at Oberlin College with alleged Iranian ties. Photo description:…

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Edinburgh City Government Takes A Black-eye from Scotland's Courts @FionaCampbell74 @RealConstable @bellacaledonia 14:15

5M ago14:15

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This week, Fiona Campbell, CEO of the Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers, joins us to explain how the courts slammed Edinburgh City's local government for introducing unlawful rental rules Stories on legal ruling https://www.lawscot.org.uk/news-and-events/legal-news/edinburgh-s-short-term-lets-policy-still-unlawful/ Photo credit: Jacques Callo…

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California's Epic Financial Mess @JCBliss @RealConstable 13:38

5M ago13:38

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Joining us for his CC debut is Jeff Bliss; senior correspondent at California Flow Magazine and a regular contributor on John Batchelor's CBS show Eye on the World. He explains how California has gotten into a financial mess despite once being the jewel in the crown. https://www.npr.org/2023/12/08/1218260520/california-budget-deficit-analysis#:~:te…

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The Inspiring tale of Iranian-Born British Activist @Vahid_Beheshti 21:12

5M ago21:12

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Iranian-born British activist Vahid Behesti has a tale-and-a-half to tell about how he's been jawboning the British government to ban the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps. He sees the group as a threat to the UK and the West, And he went as far as to go on a hunger strike, had a Ftawah placed on him, and was threatened with having his head cut off…

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Israel's Ambassador to the UN Slams George Soros @BenWeinthal 22:32

6M ago22:32

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Ben Weinthal joins us from Jerusalem to discuss the latest news on the ongoing war between Hamas and Israel, plus news of a murder after an extremist attack in Paris. Ben's story on Soros. https://www.foxnews.com/world/israels-un-ambassador-slams-soros-donations-pro-hamas-groups-seeking-destruction-jewish-state.amp Photo description: Israel Defense…

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1924-2023 Charlie Munger's legacy 13:10

6M ago13:10

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This week we look back at the legacy of the late investing guru Charlie Munger, who worked alongside the more famous Warren Buffett for much of his career. We're joined by Christopher Pavese, president & chief investment officer at Broyhill Asset Management in Charlotte North Carolina who knows the ins and outs of Wall Street https://www.cnbc.com/2…

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Alfie Boe OBE - International singing megastar & Drummer! 41:54

6M ago41:54

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Alfie Boe - Percussion Discussion - Episode 127 Joining me today is Global Singing Megastar Alfie Boe OBE. Alfie is of course known for being a singer, recording countless hit albums and selling out concert halls acrosss the world.....BUT.... you guessed it, he is also a drummer too and a very passionate one at that. Join Alfie and myself as we exp…

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Housing Crisis in Scotland and How the Edinburgh Festival Will Never Be the Same Again @FionaCampbell74 21:05

6M ago21:05

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Fiona Campbell, CEO of the Association of Scotland's Self-Caterers, joins us again with revelations that while the Scottish government cracks down on self-caterers to release more apartments, it emerges that Edinburgh City Council is sitting on almost 1,500 empty blocks solely meant for the needy. That and how the famed Edinburgh Festival fringe is…

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Flashback: Iran's Government Should Be Scrapped @PahlaviReza 5:40

6M ago5:40

5:40

Five years ago His Imperial Highness Reza Pahlavi sat down with me to discuss what's happening in Iran. I'm republishing it here because what he says is still relevant, possibly more so than in 2018. The situation in Iran has gotten even worse, and its extraterritorial funding of terror is now front and center in the news. Photo caption: Rescue and…

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Israel Hunts Terrorists in the West Bank and Germany Loses the Plot @BenWeinthal 21:16

6M ago21:16

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This week Ben Weinthal and I discuss the latest news on Israel's war on Islamist terrorists, this time focused on the West Bank. In addition, we look at the hapless efforts of the German government to crack down on terrorists operating in Germany and how the sale of Manchester United Football Club got nixed. Links to Ben's stories here: https://www…

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Phil G - (Go West, Mike and The Mechanics, Roachford, Nik Kershaw, Chris DeBurgh) 44:03

6M ago44:03

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Joining me today is Austrian drummer Philipp Groyssboeck better known as Phil G. Phil has lived in London for the last 20 years and has gained a quite remarakable CV of wonderful artists synonymous with the 1980'S including names such as Go West, Mike and The Mechanics, Roachford, T'pau, Taylor Dayne, Chris DeBurgh, Nik Kershaw, Paul Young and many…

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Flashback: Iran's Economy Needs Clean Transparent Government -- @PahlaviReza 6:48

6M ago6:48

6:48

Flashback! This interview with His Imperial Highness Reza Pahlavi was conducted five years ago. It's being reposted here because it is relevant now, given what is going on in the Middle East. Specially, Iran is backing armed militias including Hamas and Hezbollah, both of which are designated terrorist organizations by the U.S. State Department. Ph…

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Hamas Leaders Revel in Luxury with $11 Billion in Wealth, While UN Workers Celebrate the Murder of Israelis @BenWeinthal 17:58

6M ago17:58

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Ben Weinthal, a writing fellow at the Middle East Forum and a contributor to the Jerusalem Post and other distinguished publications, joins us to explain what's really going on in the Middle East right now. This week, we discuss his stories on Fox Digital and the New York Post, which deal with the revelation that the three leaders of terror group H…

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AirBnB-ers Up in Arms Over Scottish Holiday Rental Laws @FionaCampbell74 22:45

7M ago22:45

22:45

Joining Constable Confidential today is Fiona Campbell, CEO of the Association of Scotland's Self Caterers. She explains how new Scottish laws have made renting out your bedroom harder or prohibitively costly, depending on where you live—that and much more. Photo Credit: Thomas Hosmer Shepherd , Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Photo Caption: E…

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Luke Bullen - (Reef - Rumer - Bryan Ferry - KT Tunstall ) 51:14

6M ago51:14

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Joining me today is UK Drummer Luke Bullen. Join Luke and myself as we talk about his amazing career so far, including a six year stint with the legendary Bryan Ferry, Luke tells us about some highlights of this period includinga gig at The Hollywood Bowl with the 10 piece band and a 60 piece orchestra, no pressure then.... We also chat about Luke'…

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Mid-east Update: Yemen Fires Rockets At Israel and Israel Braces for an Attack from the Lebanon @AmirTaheri4 25:09

7M ago25:09

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Distinguished author, journalist, Chairman of the Gatestone Institute in Europe, and a commentator on the Middle East and terrorism Amir Taheri joins Constable Confidential to discuss the recent Hamas-Israel war and the implications for the region, Photo caption: soldiers in the Gaza Strip 1956 Photo credit: Boris Carmi /Meitar Collection / Nationa…

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U.S. Refuses To Offer Passports to Non-American Hostages Held in Gaza @BenWeinthal 7:19

7M ago7:19

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Ben Weinthal joins Constable Confidential from Jerusalem to discuss his recent story about lobby groups urging the U.S. and other countries to give hostages held in Gaza citizenship. So far, no country is offering such potential refuge. Ben's story: https://www.foxnews.com/world/us-germany-austria-urged-give-citizenship-hostages-held-hamas-save-liv…

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Reform UK's @benhabib6 weighs in on the Israel-Hamas conflict and explains how the Tory Party dropped the ball on Brexit 26:55

7M ago26:55

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Deputy co-deputy chief of Reform UK Ben Habib explains his views on the Hamas-Israel war, whether Britain should take refugees, and why it happened. Plus he explains why he quit the Conservative Party and how the Tories messed up Brexit. That plus more. Photo Credit: אלכס אגור / IDF Spokesperson's Unit. Tanks of the 14th Brigade advancing on the Cr…

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Iranians Have Long Endured No Legal Protections @PahlaviReza 6:59

7M ago6:59

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His Imperial Highness Reza Pahlavi spoke with me back in 2018 about the lack of legal protection from the government. Its being republished here because it is relevant now given the ongoing crisis in Israel. Photo credit: khabaronline.ir (unknown photographer), Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons Photo description: Tehran 1979, Armed revolutionari…

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Neil Golding - UK Drum Show Organiser 42:12

7M ago42:12

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Joining me today is Neil Golding. Neil is the organiser of the UK Drum Show. Join us a we talk about what goes in to organising arguably one of the biggest drum shows in the world. Neil has a background in music magazine publishing and went to organise the London Drum Show for many years after working on Drummer magazine. We talk about the monument…

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Israel 14 Days After the Hamas Attack @BenWeinthal 19:01

7M ago19:01

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Middle East Forum writing fellow Ben Weinthal joins us from Jerusalem to discuss the latest news on the conflict between Israel and Gaza-based Hamas. We touch on a lot of the fallout across Europe, as well as the Middle East. That and much much more. Photo credit: Israel Defense Force Spokesperson's Unit 1967 The intro is a shortened version of a c…

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Exclusive Interview with HIH @PahlaviReza 25:41

8M ago25:41

25:41

Exiled Prince Reza Pahlavi discusses the ill-timed U.S. $6 billion prisoner swap deal with the Iranian regime, the Mahsa Act, and what's instore for the Iranian people. Plus much much more. Please help support this podcast by making a donation via Patreon or leaving some positive reviews. Photo credit: National Iranian Oil Company, Public domain, v…

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The latest on the Hamas-backed Invasion of Israel with special guest @BenWeinthal 24:39

8M ago24:39

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Ben Weinthal, a writing fellow at the Middle East Forum and a contributor to the Jerusalem Post and other distinguished publications, joins us to explain what's really going on inside Israel and what we can expect shortly. Plus, Weinthal gives us the skinny on his recent scoop about an Iranian-backed judge who wanted to charge the former president …

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Stumpy Monroe - The Almighty 59:53

7M ago59:53

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Joining me today is Stumpy Monroe. Stumpy is best known for being the powerhouse drummer for Scottish Hard Rockers - The Almighty. Formed in the late 80's they took the 90's by storm creating so many great songs and albums and some incredibly memorable gigs along the way. Join Stumpy and myself as we chat about his career from the very beginning of…

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Rod Morgenstein - (Dixie Dregs - Winger - Fiona - Platypus - Steve Morse - Jelly Jam) 1:22:41

8M ago1:22:41

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Rod Morgenstein - Percussion Discussion - Episode 122 Firmly back in the legends lounge today with the remarkable Rod Morgenstein. Join Rod and myself as we talk about his remarkable career so far from his early days with Dixie Dregs through to the melodic hard rockers Winger. Rod gives us a fascinating insight to the recording of the Buddy Rich Tr…

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Todd Sucherman - (Styx - Spinal Tap & Many more!) 46:18

8M ago46:18

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Todd Suchermann- Percussion Discussion - Episode 121 Im thrilled to be joined for todays Percussion Discussion by the one and only Todd Sucherman! Todd is best known for playing drums for legendary American rockers Styx since 1995. Join Todd and myself for a thrilling conversation covering many areas of Todds remarkably busy life and career. We tal…

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Robert Sput Searight (Toto, Ghost-Note, Snarky Puppy, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar) 1:15:12

9M ago1:15:12

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Robert Sput Searight - Percussion Discussion - Episode 120 Joining me today is one of the best and funkiest drummers on the planet, Robert Sput Searight. Sput is a multi Grammy award winning and remarkable drummer / keyboard player / composer who has played for the likes of Erykah Badu, Snoop Dogg, Kendrick Lamar, Snarky Puppy, Ghost - Note and of …

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