I'd Sooner Forget This

I'd Sooner Forget This is going have a break until January 2018 whilst I'm super busy in my day job! - Daryl My personal Twitter: @thatdarylsmith ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Artist Lise Richardson was in Finnish Metal band called Frosttide which won a national competition! Hear Lise cringe over music recorded in a grade and discover how she was eventually kicked out of the band! We also discuss the Finnish Metal scene and what it's like to live in a tiny Finnish town. Check out Lise's art here: https://www.facebook.com/liserichardsonart/ ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian John McInnes attempted to win a student president election... kind of! He shares stories of his campaign and the posters him and his friends created. Listen to John's Podcast 'Hmm, Interesting Choice...' here: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hmm-interesting-choice/id812498327 ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster Matt Aldus spent years writing and performing music in different bands. We listen to 'Babies for Breakfast' and 'The Loner in the Corner'. Matt shares his experiences and frustrations of performing in bands of different levels and how he adjusted when he was forced to change the direction of his career. Listen to 'The Musicians Podcast' here: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/musicians-podcast-conversations-artists-about-music/id1252415889?mt=2 ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cat Weena Brown wrote a diary in her teenage years, or at least tried to! We talk about how often her diary mentions drinking, why she had to sell her mini and what happened when Cat moved to London. See Cat's art: https://www.facebook.com/TheArtOfWeena/ ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Podcaster John Harris has written songs ever since he was a kid. On this week's I'd Sooner Forget This we listen to one of the earliest songs he recorded with his school band and why he starting performing in the first place. John also shares his feelings towards his teenage self and how he became a better song writer. Listen to John's new podcast 'The Dream Factory': https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-dream-factory/id1274204791?mt=2 Check out his old podcast 'Sinema': https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/sinema/id970376674?mt=2 ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As a teenager comedian and podcaster Tim Goodings wrote a bucket list. We discover why Tim found it important to grow a beard, shave his head and scam a shop keeper! We also talk about how this bucket list resulted in Tim's first love breaking up with him... Listen to Tim's Podcast 'The Talking Movies Pictures Movies Show': https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-talking-movies-pictures-movies-show/id1162301211?mt=2 ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Over the years Chrissie has experienced many embracing moneys on the radio. If it's not accidentally insulting celebrities, then it's falling off stages! We discuss how Chrissie first got into Doing and why a wooden box became such an important part of her job! Also discover how one sexist comment completely changed Chrissie's career... Follow Chrissie on Twitter: https://twitter.com/chrissieja ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Juggler and comedian Jon Udry has been juggling since almost the moment he could walk! Listen to Jon squirm as we watch a VHS video of him performing as a kid to the Cornish Magical Society. We also discuss Jon's dedication to learning his craft and why he stopped calling himself 'The Great Alfonse'. Jon's website: http://www.jonudry.com ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

At seven years old Comedian and actor Becky Brunning wrote a list of ways to improve the world. Discover the impact the Australian soap opera Neighbours had on a small village and what Becky would do for sweets! We also look at a study on mung beans and an overly detailed description of a cooked dinner! See Becky at the Edinburgh Fringe 2017: https://tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/becky-brunning-beaming Follow Becky on Twitter: https://twitter.com/beckybrunning ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

David has been writing and recording music ever since he was a kid. In this episode we discuss musical influences and living as a grebo. Make sure you listen until the end so you can hear 'Active Theory', which is one of the earliest tracks David recorded! Follow David on Twitter: https://twitter.com/treehead89 ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Before Chris Chopping became a Comedian he used his creative energy to produce a blog. He use to review songs, TV shows, Burgers and people! Hear Chris' satire of Little Britain and why he felt that Eddie Izzard was past his best... Follow Chris on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MrChrisChopping Follow Bret Michaels on Twitter: https://twitter.com/BretMichaelsPUA ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian Louise Leigh attempted to keep a dream diary during the 90s and although it's incomplete it still says a lot about who she was. Learn the significance of a tiny talking mule, rococo windows and an inflatable Homer Simpson! Follow Louise on Twitter: https://twitter.com/speshmagiclady ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Before becoming a comedian Stuart Goldsmith spent over ten years as a street performer, wearing a bowler hat which now makes him cringe. We discuss the lengths Stuart took to appear cool and what finally made him realise he didn't need to try so hard. See Stu at Edinburgh Fringe: tickets.edfringe.com/whats-on/stuar…like-i-mean-it Listen to The Comedian's Comedian Podcast: http://www.comedianscomedian.com ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian George Rigden use to collect celebrity signatures and memorabilia. Hear how George became close with The Pouges' and what message Shane MacGowan left in his signed album. George also shares how he became friends Colin Baker and what happened when he publicly presented him a gift. Follow George on Twitter: https://twitter.com/grigdencomedian ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Eliza Fraser once wrote a screenplay inspired by 'Angus Thongs and Perfect Snogging' called 'Two Weeks in the Life of Me!'. Prepare for teen angst and untruths about Eliza's family! We also discuss how difficult it can be to finish a creative project as well as how Eliza was able to write a modern retelling of Macbeth, despite never reading it! Follow Eliza on Twitter: https://twitter.com/minilyzer Follow Bubble Comedy too: https://twitter.com/BubbleComedyBri ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My Grandfather Tony Palmer has spent over sixty years writing and publishing songs and symphonies. For the last ten years he's been revising and throwing away hundreds songs he didn't want anyone to see. We look at the lyrics of a song that's missed the cull and discuss how my Grandfather first began writing and producing music. Tony also tells shares his stories about working with the Norfolk Folk Legend 'The Singing Postman'. Visit Tony's Website: http://www.anglianmusic.com ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

As a kid Comedian Lulu Popplewell wrote and recorded an entire album titled 'Essentially I'm Batman' in her bedroom. We listen to some of the tracks and talk about stories behind the songs and Lulu's first experiences of performing live. Lulu was wrote for her School's satirical newsletter 'Brown Army'. Hear young Lulu's dating advice and confusion around pigeon holes. Please give the podcast a share on social media and a review on iTunes. Follow Lulu on Twitter: https://twitter.com/lulu_popplewell ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian Riordan DJ's dad has kept countless documents on his computer for over ten years. Riordan recently uncovered a series of videos he and his friends made for a school project about the French Revolution. Expect bad taste kid jokes and little understanding famine's impact. We also look at a news article about Riordan's GCSE grades which makes him squirm. If you've been enjoying the podcast then please do give it a share on social media and a review on iTunes. See Riordan's Chortle Student Comedy Award 2017 heat winning set: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WOpLBkJb2sA ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Actor Lewis Griffin spent his teenage years dancing to Emo and Hardcore music whilst wearing studded belts and Vans. We talk about growing up in a village with little diversity, prom night, charity wristbands and what made the perfect Myspace photo. See Lewis in a Tale of Two Cities: https://openairtheatre.com/production/a-tale-of-two-cities Follow Lewis on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DJ__BB ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Writer, comedian and film-maker Ellen Waddell made cartoons when she was at University and upload them to myspace as 'cartoon lady'. We talk about what drove her to post the art and what she hoped to get out of it. Also we chat about what happens when you realise you're not very good at something, internet trolls and trying to impress people. See Ellen's new show: bit.ly/2meDy6Q Watch her short film: vimeo.com/143234279 Find out more about Ellen: https://ellenwaddell.wordpress.com ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian Phil Wang won the Chortle Student Comedy Award in 2010, but hasn't watched the video of his performance in the competition for years. We discuss how he’s changed over the years whilst Phil critiques his earliest material and reveals how what happened when he first performed stand-up comedy to his class mates. We also talk about how you should and shouldn't react when Jimmy Carr appears in your audience... See the video here (Thanks to Chortle): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayIB3YflJEo Find out more about Phil: http://philwang.co.uk ISFT Twitter: http://bit.ly/ISFTTwitter ISFT Facebook: http://bit.ly/ISFTFacebook ISFT Email: idsoonerforgetthis@gmail.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Get a taste of what to expect from I'd Sooner Forget This, in which every week Daryl Smith interviews a guest about an embarrassing and revealing artefact from their past. @IdSoonerForget @thatdarylsmith Music: http://www.bensound.com See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.