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Ever wondered what it’s like to be a national treasure? Or whether you can help yourself with self-help? If it’s possible to get rich quick without being a dick? Or how many close family members have to die before you get a dog? With the help of celebrity guests and experts, Cally will be getting to the stories you’ve never heard before - uncovering not your normal life lessons, but some big ones nonetheless. Cally Beaton knows a thing or two about self-help, having helped herself out of a b ...
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Join host Tim Dunn on a journey to discover the amazing stories behind London’s iconic transport network. From the Tube to the Overground and beyond, Tim speaks to guests who have personal connections with the system that keeps London moving - from engineers to celebrities, and artists to footballers. Series one celebrates the 160th anniversary of the London Underground, and series two uncovers the significance of the new names for London’s Overground lines. An official podcast from Transpor ...
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The Seven Wonders of the World catalogue the world's most spectacular natural wonders and man-made structures. But, if you could choose your own personal Seven Wonders of the World, what would they be? Join Clive Anderson as he sits down with a range of guests to explore exactly that. Nothing is off limits, from culinary delights to train journeys and world-famous performers, as each guest guides us through the why, the how and the when of their seven passions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com ...
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A spin-off of the award winning podcast Insane In The Men Brain. Jayde Adams thinks Rich Wilson needs to learn more about the other sex and what makes women so powerful! Produced by https://producerpaul.co.uk and subscribe to the original pod Insane In The Men Brain https://www.podfollow.com/menbrain now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Why do we cry? How come love hurts? And what’s a happiness researcher doing talking about sadness, anyway? Helen Russell is a journalist and happiness researcher and How to be Sad is a new podcast based on her book of the same name - exploring why we get sad, what to do when we’re sad, and how we can all get happier by learning to be sad, better. Because let’s be honest – we are in unprecedented times. None of us are where we thought we’d be this time last year and we’re all struggling. We’r ...
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In this episode, Cally talks to illustrator and writer Jackie Morris about The Lost Words, The Lost Spells, Spell Songs, seals, stones, art, music, folklore, time, trees, birds, nature, beauty, sugar and poetry. Twitter: @JackieMorrisArt Instagram: @jackiemorrisartist More about Jackie Unbounders (independent crowdfunding publisher): Twitter: @Unbo…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Paul Sinha about The Chase, quizzing, family, comedy, love, medicine, sexuality, imposter syndrome, heckles, gambling, dreams, heart attacks and Parkinson’s Disease. Twitter: @paulybengali Instragram: @paulsinhacomedian_official Paul’s book One Sinha Lifetime More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: …
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Levi Roots and Arthur Torrington are Tim's guides on the incredible and ongoing history and impact of the Windrush generation. Celebrity chef and entrepreneur Levi Roots' life has been shaped by his personal Windrush story, and he sits down on a London Overground platform on the new Windrush line to discuss it with host Tim Dunn. Levi speaks about …
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In this episode, Cally talks to Sir Grayson Perry about art, beauty, craft, dresses, masculinity, fame, money, marriage, kids, therapy, ambition, dreams, fetishes and class. Instagram: @alanmeasles Current and upcoming exhibitions: Lakeside Arts Pitzhanger Charleston Sir Grayson Perry on Desert Island Discs More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatonc…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Krishnan Guru-Murthy about politicians, fame, Strictly, dads, kids, Oxford, regrets, career changes, interviewing Jimmy Saville, weight loss and daring to dream. Instagram: @krishgm Twitter: @krishgm Krishnan interviewing Jimmy Saville Cally’s Namaste Motherf**king Auddy interview More about Cally Instagram: @callybe…
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In this episode, Cally's guests are Esther Rantzen and her daughter Rebecca Wilcox on mums, daughters, fame, families, assisted dying, campaigning, Gogglebox, elocution, loneliness, philanthropy and legacy. Instagram: @soverybecca Childline Silverline Campaign for Dignity in Dying BBC Morning Live More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Tw…
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With guests Helen Pankhurst and Cally Beaton. Tim Dunn travels the entire length of the newly named Suffragette line to interview two incredible guests about the legacy of the Suffragette movement. At the new Barking Riverside station, Tim meets Helen Pankhurst. Helen is the great granddaughter of original Suffragette organiser Emmeline Pankhurst, …
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In this classic episode from the Namaste Archive, Cally talks to radio and television presenter Colin Murray about communities, red carpets, late night radio, Will Smith, sport, music, fame, Ronnie Wood, how to get a good interview, Adele, curb your enthusiasm, snooker, Jimmy White, secrets, the BBC and social media. Watch Colin not wade into debat…
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In this classic episode from the Namaste Archvie, Cally talks with TV producer, presenter of Pointless and House of Games and now best-selling author, Richard Osman about: intelligence, Boris Johnson, turning 50, being stared at, middle life crises, stereotypes, belonging, Twitter, fathers, mothers, gender, testosterone, toilet seat weeing, vulnera…
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Tim's journey across the new London Overground map continues with a dive into the weird and wonderful history of Havering and Romford on a truly unique part of the Overground: the three stops of the Liberty line. Why was that name chosen? What made Havering so special hundreds of years ago? What is a royal liberty? And are some of these places real…
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In this episode, Cally talks to The Reverend Kate Bottley about Gogglebox, flash mobs, fame, faith, births & deaths, tits & teeth, religion, atheism, jokes, vocations and vicaring. Instagram: @revkatebottley Kate’s book Have a Little Faith More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People …
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In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Sally-Anne Hayward about school, comedy, men, rebelling, storytelling, sexism, showbiz parents, break-ups, good gigs, bad gigs, serendipity, situationships, traveling and change. Instagram: @SallyAnneComedy Twitter: @SallyAnneComedy Tik Tok: @SallyAnneComedy Threads: @SallyAnneComedy Facebook: Sally-Anne’s w…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Bargain Hunt’s Ben Cooper about antiques, country life, Bargain Hunt, music, being recognised, Alistair McGowan, quilting, AA Milne, Tolkien, unexpected finds and getting uncomfortable. Instagram: @bencjcooper The Secondhand Warehouse, Leominster Three Choirs Festival Headway Worcestershire charity More about Cally I…
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Today’s guest brings a surprising and somewhat controversial set of wonders that speak to how remarkable human invention truly is. It’s comedian, writer and former Bollywood choreographer Eshaan Akbar! Eshaan makes the case for religion, roads and erm… stairs, which actually turned out better than Clive initially feared! Elsewhere, Eshaan urges us …
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In this episode, Cally talks to 'ADHD Love' couple Roxanne and Richard Pink about addiction, recovery, neurodiversity, love, music, reinvention, vulnerability, criticism, stereotypes and second chances. Official ADHD Love website Instagram: @adhd_love_ Threads: @adhd_love_ Small Talk book Rox’s music: @its_r_o_r_y Samaritans Hub of hope My pickle S…
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England football heroes Leah Williamson and Chloe Kelly join Tim Dunn on the new episode - two years since they won the Euros on home soil. Tim travels to St George's Park to sit down with the Lionesses to hear their thoughts about the newly named Lioness line on the London Overground - and what that represents for the women's game. They also talk …
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Have you ever been brought to tears by how delicious something tastes? Well today’s guest Simon Evans has, and you’ll never guess what from! The radio and TV performer, comedian and self-proclaimed curmudgeon joins Clive as he whittles his list of 21 wonders down to seven. Thankfully for Alan Coren, J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and Leonardo da Vinci,…
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In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to Philippa Perry about Grayson’s Art Club, therapy, attachment styles, sex, love, marriage, blended families, significant others, parenting, dogs, cats and her agony aunt column for the Observer. Twitter: @Philippa_Perry Instagram: @kevinkittycat Philippa’s art Philippa’s books Cally’s Obse…
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Now that she's left Newsnight after a 30 year career, in this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to broadcaster and writer Kirsty Wark about Margaret Thatcher, Vivienne Westwood, the island of Arran, pregnancy, wild weeing, sleeper trains, snoring, fears, shopping, empty nest, menopause, novel writing, love language, cocktails, femal…
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Tim Dunn starts his journey across the London Overground map to uncover the incredible stories behind the six new line names. In this first episode, Tim travels to a hospital that Princess Diana visited 17 time: the Mildmay, a small but crucial charitable NHS hospital with a long history of helping Londoners in need, from the cholera outbreak in 18…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Miriam Margolyes about swearing, ageing, acting, education, family, luck, love, bodies, the election, Cambridge, cunnilingus and Charles Dickens. Miriam’s Edinburgh show Book ‘Oh Miriam’ More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Pod People Productions Instagram…
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Coming soon, the brand new series of Mind the Gap, the Official TfL Podcast. Join Tim Dunn for another fascinating look at the stories behind London's transport network. This time around, Tim takes a journey across the six lines of the London Overground, to discover the new names each line has been given, and why they're so significant for London a…
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In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Ali Woods about Dads, dogs, comedy sketches, jokes, creativity, mental health, social media, stoicism, hopes, dreams, reinvention and being ginger. Instagram: @aliwoodsgigs Tiktok: @aliwoodsgigs Ali’s gigs Ali’s Edinburgh show ‘At The Moment’ More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybe…
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In this episode, Cally talks to actor and comedian Anna Akana about Los Angeles, Margaret Cho, family, comedy, movies, stalkers, YouTubers, Hollywood auditions, falling down and standing up. Instagram: @annaakana Twitter: @annaakana YouTube: @annaakana TikTok: @annaakana More about Anna Anna’s Edinburgh show ‘It Gets Darker’ Samaritans Hub of hope …
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In this episode, Cally talks to comedian Ian Stone about writing, football, comedy, parents, the 70’s, David Baddiel, Matt Lucas, The Jam, India, hitchhiking, reinvention, love and life. Twitter: @iandstone Instagram: @ianstonecomedy Ian’s tour, book, podcast and more More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced b…
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In this episode Cally talks to entrepreneur and real-life Dragon Deborah Meaden about nature, animals, balance, business, boots, suits, bingo calling, Butlins, single mums, family businesses, Dragon’s Den, Desert Island Discs, Strictly, money, mistakes, ethical investments and the legendary elephant, Mountain Bull. Twitter: @DeborahMeaden Instagram…
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Today we welcome to the stage comedian Jamie D’Souza, who tells Clive all about the wonders Staines has to offer, from its’ primary school turned curry house to the local pub which has witnessed a rather heroic rescue mission. Elsewhere the pair discuss whether a proposal should come as a complete surprise, and Jamie reveals some of the pranks he g…
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In this classic episode from the NMF Archive, Cally talks to Reverend Richard Coles about piano playing, ageing, emoting, love, faith, desire, losing his long-term partner David, grief, private education, coming out, The Communards, sitting in the front of planes, Strictly, social mobility, addiction, and his beloved sausage dogs Pongo and Daisy. T…
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Have you ever wondered what the toilets of Kensington Palace are like? Well today’s guest Chris Stark has the inside scoop, and he believes they’re more wondrous than the Malia Strip! The radio presenter, DJ and podcaster also tells Clive about the time his German pen pal kicked a pigeon in Trafalgar Square, and reveals how his dead goldfish went o…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Toni Tone about heartbreak, reinvention, age, vulnerability, writing, spirituality, patriarchy, community, trolls, social media and lessons on love. Twitter: @t0nit0ne Instagram: @t0nit0ne More about Toni & her books More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter: @callybeaton Produced by Mike Hanson for Po…
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Would you ever consider bonobo apes to be a wonder of the world? Well, comedian and writer Cally Beaton certainly does, and on today’s show she tells Clive all about them! And no, she didn't choose them solely because of their slightly fruity behaviour... Cally also makes a strong case for bicycles, ice cream vans and Jeff, her wire-haired dachshun…
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In this episode, Cally talks to Hannah George and Taylor Glenn about crime, podcasting, psychotherapy, self-esteem, writing, detectives, Sandi Toksvig, improv, mortality, team work and babies. Instagram: @drunkwomensolvingcrime @taylorglenncomedy @hannahmarygeorge Drunk Women Solving Crime podcast Dunning Kruger effect: definition The Hidden Life o…
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In this episode Cally talks to Dr Benji Waterhouse about his book ‘You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here’, families, mental health, the NHS, comedy, psychiatry, relationships, privilege, inequality, hopelessness, hope and love. Twitter: @doctor_benji Instagram: @doctor_benjis His book ‘You Don’t Have to Be Mad to Work Here’ If you need help try Sam…
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In this classic episode from the NMF Archvie, Cally talks to outdoor-trekking, cat-loving stand-up comedian Ed Byrne about: horticulture, home schooling, living under a flight path, pandemic-aged tour material, zookeeping, conspiracy theories, science, humanism, being angry, the great outdoors and his current tour. Twitter: @MrEdByrne Instagram: @m…
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In this episode Cally talks to Matt Forde about his cancer diagnosis, treatment, recovery, hope, rehabilitation, luck, comedy, friendship, politics, love and poo. Twitter: @mattforde Matt’s website Chordoma Foundation Donate to Matt’s hospital RNOH Macmillan Cancer Support Cancer Research UK More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twitter:…
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In this episode Cally talks to Viv Groskop about impostor syndrome, women in comedy, public speaking, Hillary Clinton, Michelle Obama, motherhood, misogyny, languages, Russian poisonings, redundancy, Ukraine and doing 100 gigs in 100 days. Twitter: @vivgroskop Instagram: @vivgroskop Viv’s New Book - One Ukrainian Summer How To Own The Room podcast …
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In this episode Cally talks to Alistair Brownlee about triathlons, travel, training, endurance, recovery, well-being, brothers, physiology, psychology, nature, nurture, nerves, pain and life-changing decisions. Twitter: @AliBrownleetri Instagram: @alistair.brownlee Alistair’s book, Relentless The Brownlee Foundation T100 Triathlon World Tour More a…
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In this episode Cally talks to Helen Lederer about comedy, television, shoplifting, vintage scarves, drama school, belonging, authenticity, anxiety, single parenting, Ben Elton, Billy Connolly, Big Brother and her memoir ‘Not That I’m Bitter’. Twitter: @helenlederer Instagram: @helenlederer Helen’s Memoir, Not That I’m Bitter Link to Helen's blog L…
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In this classic episode from the NMF archive, Cally talks to broadcaster, writer and comedian Jon Holmes about sheds, stag weekends, fails, firings, fabrications, faxes, mix tapes, origin stories, analogue vs. digital, courage, adoption, rejection, adventures and mountain gorillas. If you haven’t already, why not follow Namaste Motherf**kers at htt…
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In this episode, Cally talks to award-winning American photographer Mary Berridge about autism, photography, books, sons, nature, nurture, Dungeons & Dragons, reality, fantasy, HIV, insiders, outsiders, languages, Emily Dickinson, equine therapy, anti vaxxers and her book ‘Visible Spectrum: Portraits from the World of Autism’. Instagram: @mary.berr…
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As it's World Down Syndrome Day, Cally talks to Sally Phillips about children, neurodiversity, special interests, football, bonobo apes, gender, advocacy, fame, resilience, freedom, Bridget Jones, Veep, fake weddings and vulnerability. Instagram: @sallysmack Twitter: @sallyephillips National Autistic Society BBC documentary A World Without Down’s S…
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To celebrate the publication of How to Raise a Viking and as a special thank you to listeners of the podcast we are delighted to share this exclusive extract from the audiobook. What do Vikings know about raising children? Turns out, quite a lot… After a decade of living in Denmark and raising a family there, Helen Russell noticed that Nordic child…
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In this episode Cally talks to Dr Helen Fry about war, espionage, women in intelligence, secrets, revelations, Edith Cavell, Winston Churchill, interrogation, knitting, veterans, assassins’ pens, Sir David Jason, Cambridge spies and secret listeners. Twitter: @drhelenfry Instagram: @drhelenfry Helen’s books and contact More about Cally Instagram: @…
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In this episode Cally talks to Omid Djalili about comedy, conflict, censorship, free speech, hope, Sean Lock, spirituality, laughter, Whoopi Goldberg, Mamma Mia, Russell Crowe, Freddie Mercury, controversy, world peace and his new tour show Namaste! Twitter: @omid9 Instagram: @omiddjalili Omid’s Tour Omid on Live at the Apollo The Four Agreements b…
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In this episode Cally talks to Joe Wilkinson and David Earl about starting out, auditions, Ricky Gervais, zoos, Devon, BAFTAs, Judy Garland, Liza Minelli, faulty WiFi, squeaky chairs, taking risks, turning 50, compliments, marathon running, jokes and Valentine’s Day. CHATABIX podcast and on YouTube Twitter account Instagram account Chatabix Valenti…
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In this episode Cally talks to Bryony Gordon about control, addiction, recovery, deadlines, OCD, books, mental health, Prince Harry, binge eating, marathon running, womanhood, Quavers and cocaine. Instagram: @bryonygordon Bryony’s books Mad World Podcast with Prince Harry Hoovering podcast with Jess Fostekew More about Cally Instagram: @callybeaton…
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In this episode Cally talks to Bobby Mair about adoption, borderline personality disorder, parenting, babies, addiction, ADHD, being attacked on stage, comedy, mental health, savants, Doug Stanhope, Bill Burr and Jerry Sadowitz. Twitter: @BobbyMair Instagram: @bobbymaircomedian Bobby’s sparse website More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian…
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In this episode Cally talks to Edith Bowman about films, dreams, imposter syndrome, loneliness, MTV, the moon, manifestations, fame, radio, finding your voice, knock-backs, soundtracks, Clooney, Spielberg, Sorcese and Mariah Carey. Twitter: @edibow Instagram: @edibow Edith’s Soundtracking podcast More about Cally Instagram: @callybeatoncomedian Twi…
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In this episode Cally talks to Charlie Higson about: James Bond, The Fast Show, hustles, university, Paul Whitehouse, Harry Enfield, Vic Reeves, Bob Mortimer, punk, Thatcher, creativity, Dad’s Army, sons, brothers and writing. Twitter: @monstroso Instagram: @higsonmonstroso An Evening With The Fast Show 2024 live dates: Charlie's books and more Mor…
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In this episode Cally talks to Jason Byrne about: divorce, vasectomies, skydiving, comedy, collapsed lungs, colonoscopies, morphine, heroin, Jim’ll Fix It, glow ups, glasses, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Dads, gene pools, failed auditions and name dropping. Twitter: @thejasonbyrne Instagram: @thejasonbyrne Jason’s website More about Cally Instagram: @call…
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