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Award-winning LBC presenter and best-selling author James O’Brien hosts a series of compelling conversations with fascinating people. These are revealing interviews with people who rarely give in-depth interviews, be it from politics, entertainment or news. Subscribe to get a new episode every Friday. To listen to the latest episode of Full Disclosure on Alexa, just say "Alexa ask Global Player to play Full Disclosure."
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Evil Men is a podcast hosted by three comedians - Chris Locke, James Hartnett, and Michael Balazo. Each episode, they select a single evil man, bad person, or fictional character and discuss what made them so damn evil - all while joking their heads off. You’ll hear some super interesting nuggets of information about dubious historical or cultural figures, provided by three guys who don’t actually know what the hell they’re talking about.
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News, reviews and interviews from the growing sport of Fitness Racing. The longest running and most consistent Fitness Racing podcast in Europe. Providing Worldwide coverage of HYROX, DEKAFIT and more. New episodes every Wednesday.
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"Can't Get Enough of Keanu" follows hosts Patrick Willems, Matt Torpey, and Jake Torpey as they explore the filmography of the ageless and inimitable movie star, Keanu Reeves. A new series from the folks who brought you "We Heart Hartnett."
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Award winning comedian Brent Butt hosts a weekly comedy podcast in which he hopes each of his guests will teach him something he doesn't know, thereby making him incrementally "more smarter".
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Award-winning comedian BRENT BUTT interviews various creative guests to discuss their history, their process, and how they managed to turn their passion into profit (or at least a few bucks) all in hopes of making himself, his guest, and his listeners "more smarter".
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A comedy advice podcast hosted by Jackie Pirico and Mark Little, who share perfect, unimpeachable ideas on how to improve your life.
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Angela Hartnett is a Michelin starred chef, restaurateur and podcast host. After studying for a history degree, she began working in a local pub before joining Gordon Ramsay at his first restaurant, Aubergine. She worked with Gordon for 17 years before deciding to go it alone. She now runs several restaurants of her own including the Michelin-starr…
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Hi. This week, the stars of Evil Men talk about AI, John Tesh and mad cow disease. Then, Michael tells Chris and James the story of Barry Keenan, the man who masterminded the disastrous 1963 kidnapping of Frank Sinatra Jr. Enjoy! *** SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE’S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU. Check out the trailer HERE. CHRIS STARS IN A M…
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This week we are joined by John Steventon from Rowalong and Martin Boyce to preview HYROX’s first ever three day event. Listen as we preview the course, give you tips to get you through race day, explain what we wish we’d known before our first HYROX and provide shout outs aplenty. If you are heading to London this week you don’t want to miss this …
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This week Zara is on the show, Zara’s first race was a doubles event in London 2022. A year later Zara was lining up with the HYROX Elite 15 in Chicago for the first Major. In this episode we cover Zara’s journey from the beginning through the majors up to her recent triumph in Cologne to secure a Worlds Elite 15 place in Cologne. We also get Zara’…
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In 2010 Caroline Lucas made history when she was elected as the MP for Brighton Pavilion, becoming the first Green Party candidate to enter Parliament. She has increased her majority at every election since and served as the Green leader twice. In her 14 years in Westminster, Caroline has used her platform to put environmental and equality issues o…
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Hi. This week, the stars of Evil Men talk about the threat of AI, meeting celebrities while egg shopping, and magical birthdays. Then, Chris tells the awful story of Canada’s first Prime Minister, Sir. John. A. Macdonald. Enjoy? *** SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE’S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU. Davey & Jonesie’s Locker is a science fiction t…
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Today we are joined by JK and Georgie. JK has gone from unknown to HYROX Elite over the course of 18 months. JK has been supported by his partner Georgie throughout his journey who recently has started her own HYROX journey. Join us as we chart their journey and provide lots of tips for couples who are on a HYROX journey together. Check out their Y…
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In 2011 Bassem Youssef was a little-known heart surgeon in Cairo. A year later, he was hosting his own political satire TV show, Al-Bernameg, drawing in 30 million weekly viewers as he made fun of the Egyptian regime. Bassem's comedy was groundbreaking but it proved too controversial to remain on air. In 2014 he was forced to move to United States,…
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This week we are joined by comedian, actor and author, Sean Cullen to discuss truly one of the most horrific people of all time – Leopold II of Belgium. Plus we chat about Virtual Joan Rivers, the Just For Laughs festival, dystopian novels and much much more! Be sure to check out Chris Locke and Sean Cullen this August at the Edinburgh Fringe Festi…
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Joda Quigley competed in the first ever HYROX in the U.K. alongside husband John. Since those early days Joda launched GIRLCODE BOX which has been helping athletes discover and compete in HYROX for over two years. Today we speak to Joda alongside Kirsty Campbell and Leanne Bain from the gym. We cover how the gym has evolved with HYROX from those ea…
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"The best ideas don't come from the boardroom, the best ideas come from the frontline." James Timpson is the chief executive of Timpson, a family-run business known for its key cutting and watch repair services. James does business differently. His unconventional leadership style has raised eyebrows - but it works. Since taking over Timpson, he has…
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Hi. This week, to celebrate a beautiful spring day, the stars of Evil Men review the life and times of “The White Michael Jackson” aka disgraced glam rocker Gary Glitter. Enjoy? *** SEE JAMES IN DAVEY & JONESIE’S LOCKER ON AMAZON PRIME VIDEO AND HULU. Davey & Jonesie’s Locker is a science fiction teen comedy television series created by Evany Rosen…
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This week we chat with Jason Curtis the owner of Deadly Dozen races. The event has gained a lot of traction already ahead of its launch in June in Macclesfield. This includes managing to sell out their September race in less than a day. We discuss the event, what people can expect and also Jason’s philosophy when it comes to Fitness Races. We also …
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Bryony Gordon is a bestselling author, mental health campaigner and founder of Mental Health Mates. She has been a columnist for the Telegraph for over twenty years where she has written honestly and openly about her experiences of mental illness and addictions. Her latest book, Mad Woman details her experiences of OCD, binge eating and the endless…
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Hello, listeners! This week, due to a mix of illness and professional obligations in the Evil Men family, we are unlocking a very funny Patreon bonus episode! This one is from March 18, 2024 and features our good friend, writer and comedian Aaron Eves. Throughout the episode, Aaron and Chris reveal magnificent fatherly secrets while James and Micha…
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Sarah Holden returns to the show to discuss the ups and downs of the last 12 months. After struggling with a calf injury late last season, Sarah’s health took a turn for the worse in October 2023 when she discovered she had a pulmonary embolism (PE). PE is a serious and sometimes fatal health condition. We discuss with Sarah the circumstances leadi…
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Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby: Finding my faith amidst hangovers, beatings and abuse
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Growing up, Justin Welby thought his home life was normal. It wasn't until he was a teenager that he realised being brought up by an abusive, alcoholic father was anything but. He found faith and the love of God as a student at Cambridge, bringing with it a sense of peace and security. He graduated and then spent 11 years working in the oil industr…
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Hi. This week, James is back from his honeymoon, and he’s bringing us the bloodcurdling tale of Crown Prince Sado, the 18th-century heir to the throne of the Joseon dynasty in what is now South Korea. Enjoy! *** CHRIS STARS IN A MOVIE! Be sure to check out Chris Locke’s starring role in the new movie Who’s Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and s…
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This week we welcome Caitlin Robbins and Bryony Keys to the show to discuss the ROX QUEENS community. Whilst existing in other sports, nationwide communities are still a new concept in Fitness Racing. ROX QUEENS is a support network and movement, dedicated to fostering connections and empowering female athletes to challenge themselves both mentally…
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Jayne Torvill & Christopher Dean: From Nottingham council estates to winning gold at the Olympics
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It's 40 years since Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean won gold at the Winter Olympics in Sarajevo. Around 24 million people turned on their TVs to watch the Nottingham duo make history on the ice rink. It was the moment that changed Jayne and Chris' lives forever. Since then, they have won multiple World Championships, sold out international tours…
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Hi. This week we’re a man down because James is in the Land of the Rising Sun. But that’s OK, because we’re joined by comedian and online megastar Ben Stager, whose chosen subject is one of the most heinous men in all history: Bowser from Mario. Enjoy! Be sure to follow Ben on Instagram and TikTok. And check Ben out on Canada’s Got Talent. *** CHRI…
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Harry was born with Cerebral Palsy affecting all four limbs, however that has stopped him pushing his limits and competing in sports. Alongside his coach Jay, he recently successfully completed HYROX Manchester. We discuss his journey, how the HYROX went and also what HYROX is like as an adaptive athlete. We also find out more about Jay’s history a…
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The Fitness Racing Space has exploded in recent years due to the rise of HYROX and DEKAFIT amongst others. ATHX Games offers competitive functional fitness in an event that you complete in less than two and a half hours. After a highly successful 2023 season, they are back for 2024 with even more events. We speak with Mark the Managing Director to …
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Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf became interested in politics when he was just 16, believing it was the best way to make meaningful change. He joined the SNP whilst studying politics at the University of Glasgow and by 26, had become one of the youngest MSPs to enter Holyrood. Humza has gone to make history as the first Muslim leader of any …
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This week our good friend Aaron Eves stops by and demands that we talk about Richard Heene, best known as the father in the 2009 “Balloon Boy” incident. Is Richard really the conniving, fame-hungry manipulator he was portrayed as by the media? Or is he merely an extremely unlucky guy who likes to invent bizarre contraptions? Enjoy! ALSO: lots of Da…
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This week we are crossing the pond to chat with Sofia and Britt about running in Washington DC. Both originally come from a background in OCR and met on Discord during the pandemic. Since 2022, Sofia has concentrated on ultra runs and Britt has moved into the weightlifting space. However, they were interested to see what HYROX is all about so took …
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Lawyer, businesswoman, campaigner and the first female Muslim UK cabinet minister. Baroness Warsi has broken glass ceilings throughout her career and tirelessly campaigned against Islamophobia within both society and the Conservative party. She joins James to discuss why she believes she's in a toxic relationship with the Conservative party and whi…
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This week we head to Florida to hear the pungent tale of Skunk Ape, a hairy, stinky, and SOMEWHAT violent cryptid who’s terrorized the Sunshine State since the 1800s. Enjoy! ALSO: James is going to Japan! *** CHRIS STARS IN A MOVIE! Be sure to check out Chris Locke’s starring role in the new movie Who’s Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and stre…
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This week we are joined by Bryony Keys and Martin Gemmell. Bryony won the Pro Women event. Martin was there judging and volunteering. The team look back at the biggest ever Glasgow event. What was it like inside the expanded venue? How congested was the track? What was the judging like? Did Host Ian finish the Wall Balls? We answer all of these que…
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On this episode we look forward to 2024 edition of HYROX Glasgow. We are joined by Graham Wells and Mike Nolan to chat everything you need to know. We cover off getting to the venue, stuff to do beforehand, tips for your race, the map and also some points of rules emphasis. All this and much more. Follow Graham - @grahamwellz Follow Mike - @mike_no…
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At 21 years old, Gary Stevenson joined Citibank as its youngest trader. Three years later, he became the bank's most profitable trader by betting on the collapse of the economy. He went from living in his parents' two-bed terrace in east London to earning millions. But it didn't feel right to make money betting on disasters. So, he quit, leaving hi…
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This week we present the second–and FINAL–part of our deep dive into the world of computer virus warrior/party lover John McAfee. In this episode, we discuss John’s time living in the jungle of Belize, partying, sexing, funding and commanding his own personal militia, getting arrested, running for President and passing away from jail. Enjoy! ALSO: …
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This week we are joined by Jade Skillen. Jade has been involved with HYROX in the U.K. since the start and is a HYROX Master Trainer. We explore Jade’s sporting background and journey to HYROX. We explore her views on how to improve as a HYROX athlete looking at both the physical and mental aspect. We also consider how you fit training around your …
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U.S. Senator and former presidential candidate, Bernie Sanders is the longest-serving independent member of Congress in American history. He joins James to discuss social inequality, the dangers of corporate media in both the UK and America and why he is determined to stop Donald Trump from getting back in the White House. Bernie Sanders’ book, It’…
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This week we present the first of our two part deep dive into the world of computer virus warrior/party lover John McAfee. In this episode, we discuss John’s early days, his passion for smelling drugs, and his aptitude for math and cyber. Enjoy! ALSO: we discuss Toronto’s gloryhole bandit at length. *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke…
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This week we are joined by Camille Grimes, Lauren Calvert and Billy Blower from the Hybrid Performance Centre. HPC was one of the early HYROX affiliated gyms. Camille and Lauren run the HPC’s HYROX classes. Billy has been attending HYROX since the start. Together we discuss how group HYROX classes are run and have evolved. We also discuss lots of t…
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Jason Watkins has become one of Britain’s most sought after actors. His breakout role came in the 2014 ITV drama, The Lost Honour of Christopher Jefferies which won him a BAFTA for Best Actor. He’s also had roles in Doctor Who, the Nativity, Trollied, The Crown and Line of Duty. Jason tells James about his early ambitions to become a PE teacher, wh…
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This week we go rogue and focus on an evil woman. Namely, Unity Mitford, the aristocratic Englishwoman who loved Nazis so much that she moved to Munich and became best buddies with Adolf Hitler. And it all ended happily. Enjoy! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke’s starring role in the new movie Who’s Yer Father?, now playing at theat…
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Sebastian Kienle is a legend in endurance Triathlon with one Kona Victory, two 70.3 world championships and multiple podiums. Recently he decided to step away from being a pro triathlete and explore other opportunities. In Manchester Sebastian made his HYROX debut. We explore Sebastian’s thought process for retiring, his retirement tour, what attra…
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Liberal Democrat leader, Sir Ed Davey has been a carer for most of his life. First for his mum, who died of cancer when he was just 15. Then for his Nana and now, he and his wife Emily care for their disabled son John. Ed could be furious at the world – but he’s not. Instead, he has spent his political career standing up for carers and fighting for…
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On this bonus episode of the show, host Ian and guest Emma Waring from Team Myzone preview the third race of the HYROX Majors. They discuss the athletes who will be taking on the race in Vienna. Who will win? Who will impress? Who will earn an auto qualifier for the World Champs in Nice? We cover all these questions and more. Find out more about us…
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Put on your corpse paint, burn down a church and get ready to stab your friends, because this week we’re looking at the life of a big, dumb Norwegian metalhead who loves to be arrested. Enjoy! *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke’s starring role in the new movie Who’s Yer Father?, now playing at theatres and streaming on many platforms…
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This week we are joined by Lhea Terzaki from Hylife Coaching. Alongside her students Kirsty Rimmer and Helen Scott we take a deep dive into the topic of Women training for and competing in HYROX. We consider the challenges that women face throughout their HYROX journey. We also have lots of tips that are helpful to all HYROX athletes. Find out more…
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This interview truly stands out. Dame Sheila Hancock is one of the most respected actors and writers of our time. She became a household name in the 1960s in the BBC sitcom The Rag Trade. Since then she has starred in everything from Carry on Cleo, the award-winning Cabaret, The Sixth Commandment and Edie. Now at 91, Dame Sheila sits down with Jame…
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This week we are joined by comedian and pal Tom Henry to discuss one of Hollywood’s ultimate bad boys – Mr Alec Baldwin! Plus we chat about Neuralink, Neanderthals, being named Judge Reinhold and much, much more. Check out Tom’s album Tom Henry Kills and be sure to watch his stand up special, 66 Jokes, on Crave TV. Follow us on Patreon for bonus ep…
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This week we are joined by Mike Nolan and Producer Alan. Mike judged the burpees, provided the livestream and still found time to race. Producer Alan teamed up with Host Ian to take on Men Pro Doubles. Together they look back at the first ever two day Manchester Event. How did the star studded Men Pro Doubles event go? What was it like in the venue…
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It's 18 years since James Blunt released his hit single, You’re Beautiful which reached No.1 around the world. It helped James's debut album, Back to Bedlam sell 12 million copies and become the UK’s best-selling album of the 2000s. But his global success was met with an immediate backlash that saw him ridiculed by the press and pop establishment. …
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This week, Evil Men welcomes hilarious comedian Adam Christie to the show to talk about the life and times of 9/11 mastermind Osama bin Laden. Did you know that in addition to being a terrorist, Osama was a super annoying rich kid? Enjoy! Be sure to follow Adam Christie on Instagram and Letterboxd. *** MOVIE ALERT! Be sure to check out Chris Locke’…
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This week we look forward to 2024 edition of Manchester HYROX. We are joined by Emma Waring and Chris Ward to chat everything you need to know. We cover off workout tips, equipment hacks and precisely where you need to head to in Manchester for that all important post race drink. All this and much more. Follow Emma on IG - @emso7_uk Follow Chris on…
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Nick Wallis was presenting the breakfast show for BBC Radio Surrey in 2010 when he was contacted by a listener with a story he’s been investigating ever since. Nick helped expose one of the biggest miscarriages of justice in UK legal history – the Post Office Horizon IT scandal that has devastated the lives of hundreds of innocent hardworking peopl…
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