CLASSIC EPISODES FROM THE PODCAST ARCHIVES
RHLSTP w/ RICHARD HERRING 127 // Dawn French // Dec 2016
While Richard has kept RHLSTP thriving during the pandemic (including conversations with international guests that may have previously been out of reach) long term fans will be chomping at the bit to hear that live audience atmosphere again, and hopefully soon. For this reason, we decided to delve back into the archive to recommend this delightful conversation with Dawn French. Richard's admiration is evident from the off as the pair discuss double act dynamics, the Queen Mother's teeth and so much more...
STRONG SONGS "No One Knows" by Queens of the Stone Age // Jul 2020
MULTI STORY Episode 8 // Fam // Nov 2018
On each episode of Strong Songs host Kirk Hamilton takes listeners inside a piece of music, breaking it down and allowing you to spot new things, even in songs you've heard a hundred times. In this wonderful exploration into a Queens of the Stone Age banger, Kirk looks at how the song deviates from traditional rock techniques in favour of those usually found within swing music. As the episode progresses it essentially becomes a love letter to Dave Grohl's drumming, something we're very much on board with.
Multi Story features personal stories from across England, with hand picked treats from BBC Local Radio. Each episode has a different theme and is effortlessly tied together by Becca Bryers, who often includes her own experiences in relation to the theme. In 'Fam', the focus is on those closest to us, the people we call family, whether we're related or not. A truly heart warming episode full of tales of love, longing and the things we as humans are prepared to endure for each other.
The Rewatchables presents a weekly round table discussion of some of the best ‘rewatchable’ movies of all time. In this episode from 2018, the team look at ‘Jaws’; discussing their favourite scenes, casting what-ifs and some incredible film facts. As a film podcast, it doesn't take itself too seriously, and this episode wonderfully conveys a genuine passion and nostalgia amongst three pals who revel in the facts, the fiction, and some hilarious Robert Shaw impersonations along the way!
THE REWATCHABLES Jaws // Jul 2018
THE ARGUMENT The Abortion Debate // Feb 2019
EARLY WORK EP2 // Lolly Adefope // Jan 2020
THIS PAST WEEKEND w/ THEO VON E318 // Iron Man Chris Nikic // Jan 2021
The Argument is a New York Times podcast that debates the big questions affecting our lives. Now hosted by Jane Coasten, this 2019 episode led by David Leonhardt features two of the most fiercely debated topics in recent US history, abortion rights and access to free healthcare. Both are enlightening but the abortion debate, coming from both the pro-life and prochoice perspectives, is particularly well discussed. How refreshing to hear considered and informed opinions presented respectfully for a change.
Rhys James invites fellow comedians and creatives to delve into their 'early work', from stories to poems to other forms of creative writing penned in their youth. Character comedian and actress Lolly Adefope joins Rhys for episode 2, discussing childhood dreams and MySpace profiles before delving into Lolly's extensive catalogue of teen fan fiction. There's also plenty of time for Rhys to show off his own youthful creativity by sharing a poem that, although he was embarrassed by, is actually pretty good!
On This Past Weekend, comedian Theo Vonn can be found chatting to guests or monologuing away by himself for an hour. In this episode Theo is joined by Chris Nikic, the first person with Down syndrome to complete an iron man marathon. The conversation they have is a joy to behold due first to how inspirational Chris is, but also to the way Theo simply treats him like one of the guys. Making jokes that other hosts may feel uncomfortable making but never crossing a line, it's clear how much that means to Chris.
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