Matt and Russ - No Appointment Necessary

After a long break, Matt & Russ return in fine form with their Christmas Comeback Classic. In this episode Russ delivers some Christmas facts, Matt has rewritten some popular songs to perform, the lads discuss their visit to Severn Valley Railway on their dads and lads day and both tell of their recent COVID experiences. It's great to be back, follow us on Twitter www.twitter.com/no_appointment to keep up to date with all things Matt and Russ. If you enjoy our work, tip us at https://t.co/7a5Hq98Ywz

It's official, the lads have run out of subject ideas. So to tackle this problem they took a small break, restructured the whole show and series 3 is now here. Moving away from subject titles, the lads decide to just chat. Russ has had a baby, Matt witnessed a brutal execution of a fly, Russ has decided he's not a fan of a certain sport and the lads preview England v Italy in the Euro 2020. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @no_appointment. Enjoy.

This week Russ tells us all about the worlds most famous outlaws (or lack of). From Robin Hood to Dick Turpin, we analyse the lives of these notorious rogues only to discover that possibly none of them ever actually existed. We do learn however that one outlaw mentioned in the show is 100% real, and the story of that person is surprising yet hilarious (one of us is in trouble with our mums). Keep up up to date with the show by following us on Twitter and Instagram @no_appointment. We would also like to thank everyone who shared and donated to Matts son Thomas' fund raising campaign for the Rays Of Sunshine Children's Charity, granted wishes for children with serious or life limiting illnesses. Please visit https://www.charityextra.com/ros/passant for more details. Please like and subscribe to the show and leave us a review.

In the first episode following Russ' battle with shingles (he may mention it once or twice), the lads count down the apparent top 21 U.K. game shows. The list according to https://www.joe.co.uk/entertainment/21-british-game-shows-ranked-from-worst-to-best-240090. Do you agree with the list? Spoiler alert, Matt and Russ don't.

After a long delay on release, Matt & Russ discuss some of the weirdest genuine official world records. What is the heaviest weight lifted with a beard? Most coins balanced a chest? Who has the longest tongue? Listen to find out. The lads also shortlist potential records they'd like to attempt, can they find their way into the record books as their strive for infamy continues? Plus Russ spends longer than needed ranting about an advert that has recently annoyed him. Enjoy

This week Matt and Russ go international, speaking to American guest and podcast host Bex Goos. Bex tells us how her and her husbands podcast Not Again! began and what it's all about. We discuss her podcast review website, compare different words used by England and America and Russ attempts to recruit her as a Carlisle United Football Club fan. After the chat Matt confronts Russ over his Disney Plus account and Russ tells Matt just how low down on his priority list he is to see him following restrictions being lifted. Check out Bex “Potato Lady” podcast reviews website here https://www.potatoladypodcastreviews.com/ and check her podcast out on Apple, Spotify and YouTube search “Not Again!”.

This week Matt & Russ analyse some of Nostradamus' most famous predictions that are supposed to have come true (using the yay, nah, got legs ratings system). The death of Henry II, the great fire of London and the assassination of John F Kennedy are all events alleged to have been predicted by Nostradamus. The lads also introduce us to their death metal alter egos and they share their own predictions along with listeners predictions. ENJOY

Speaking to their first guest of 2021, Matt and Russ talk to artist India Barton. India draws portraits of people, animals and TV characters/personalities using only a biro, she's also a tattoo artist. We discuss how she got started, her influences, some disasters which have forced her to restart a project and she perfectly describes exactly what sort of pain getting tattoo feels like (though we hope it's not true). Check out all of Indias work on Twitter @india_barton and Instagram https://www.instagram.com/indiamaetattoo/?hl=en you will be amazed that it's even possible to draw like that with a biro. Please subscribe to our show and follow us @no_appointment on Twitter.

Not a lot to say this week other than listener discretion is highly advised. The lads talk about some of the worlds most horrific cults and what their leaders put them through. It's intense. The Peoples Temple, Heavens Gate, The Manson Family and The Ant Hill Kids are just some of the dangerous cults that existed that are discussed. Light-hearted may not be the best way to describe this subject. If anyone has been effected by anything in this episode, visit https://cultinformation.org.uk for help and information.

Matt and Russ are back for a new series 2 (who'd have thought it?). Following on from a discussion on the Conspiracy Theories episode last year, Matt attempts to convince Russ that the Apollo 11 moon landing mission was indeed a hoax created by NASA. Matt is confident in the evidence he has assembled, his only disadvantage is he's pretty clueless on the subject. Can Matt convince Russ to change his mind and see things in a completely different light? Follow the show on at www.twitter.com/no_appointment and www.Instagram.com/no_appointment. In loving memory of Anita Rowell, the best Gran anyone could ever have.

After 7 months and 34 episodes, the lads join up for the final time of 2020 and wrap up series 1 of the show. Harry and Brooke, admins of Twitter pages @_DHOTYA, @Stateofselling, @StateofFB and @StateofLinkedIn. The lads preview this years Didn't Happen Of The Year Awards. We'd like to thank everyone who's listened, spoke on the show and shown support on our social media. You've all made this show and we can't wait to bring you more in 2021. Follow us on www.twitter.com/no_appointment and www.instagram.com/no_appointment.

With Nativity plays across the country cancelled this year, Matt & Russ have decided to perform their own version which can be heard regardless of what Tier you're in. Join us as we act out the whole story in their own unique way. Joseph is fuming, Mary is excited, Herod is anxious and the Three Wise Men might not be as wise as their names suggest. The show closes on over ELEVEN minutes worth of bloopers. Merry Christmas everyone. CAST. Narrator-Russ, Mary-Russ, Joseph-Matt, Angel Gabriel-Matt, Inn Keeper-Russ, Shepard-Russ, Wisemen 1&2-Russ, Wiseman 3-Matt, King Herod-Matt and King Herod's Servant-Russ.

After starting the show with an accurate fact apology, this week the lads pay tribute to the most iconic figures throughout history. From geniuses, inventors, war heroes, activists and some of the biggest names in pop culture. Russ gives Matt some ground breaking advice for his new puppy and more stupidity in between.

This week Matt and Russ talk about all the major events in history that have changed the world forever. Major events such as the World Wars, The moon landings, the bubonic plague, the internet and many more. Tension was in the air tonight as Russ has dirty laundry to air after Matt cheated on him appearing on football podcast and many more witty encounters to make the show roll by. Enjoy.

This week the lads have landed a big interview with one of the stars of RuPaul's Drag Race UK, Divina Di Campo. They discuss how Divina got started in drag, a bloody accident at the start of a live performance, what's in store in the near future plus much more. This is one you'll not want to miss. Pre-save on Divinas forthcoming Christmas EP - Red and Silver here https://t.co/E4Tcq4Jpu1 Divina is also auctioning off outfits from the RuPaul Drag Race series raising money for the fantastic George House Trust charity, the auction is live so bid here https://www.jumblebee.co.uk/divinadecampo For more information on the George House Trust visit https://ght.org.uk and visit our Twitter and Instagram @no_appointment for Divina's upcoming tour dates.

This week the lads investigate the worlds most famous conspiracy theories. False flags, faked deaths, the JFK assassination, the moon landings and many more. Each conspiracy will be rated using their unique Matt and Russ rating system which is apparently fool proof. Also included is a hit and run attempt on Russ and the war with Telford continues. This show also contains a big announcement about a forthcoming famous guest who'll be joining them this weekend, you'll not want to miss it. You can now catch the show on Twitter AND Instagram, find us @no_appointment. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show.

In one of the most eye opening episodes yet, the lads prepare the world for eternal damnation. Basically avoiding all these sins is impossible and the punishments are horrendous. But whilst telling you your fate, they do it with plenty of wit and humour so it's not all that bad.

Due to COVID restrictions, Matt & Russ have ordered a safe alternative to Trick or Treating this year with a podcast to keep you entertained on Halloween evening. Covering the origin of Halloween, scary ghost stories, list of the most haunted places in England and ridiculous stupid stories on top rounded off by a error needing fixing at the very end. If you're a regular listener you know the drill by now, if not then enjoy your Halloween alternative entertainment this fine evening.

After a calendar malfunction, the lads have double booked themselves this week. With a special Halloween episode planned for 31/10, the lads need to fill a Wednesday so there's no subject tonight and just random rambling. And as they've managed to nearly fill an hour they found plenty to talk about. From Russ' omission from gym banter to funny news headlines, they may have just about got away with this unplanned show.

This week the lads discuss parenting and babies. From conception, pregnancy, labour and raising a child all whilst trying not to offend every mother on earth by giving things from a fathers perspective. The usual routine. Facts, stories, arguments and laughter. Enjoy.

This week Matt & Russ try to discuss the confusing and brain pounding subject that is the Universe. The subject was so complex to discuss that the lads completely scrapped the first attempted recording as they felt it could be better (if it's not, sorry). Much happier with take 2 we discuss all planets within our solar system, the moon, how old the universe is, how many stars there are and what space smells like. As always there's stupidity along the way, including a funny fancy dress gone wrong story and Russ shares his failed stint at a restaurant for his first job.

This week Matt & Russ discuss the amazing Amazon Rainforest. From the size of the forest, the awful treatment of it by humans and why it needs to stop, tribes and animals and all the usually silliness. The lads close the show discussing a recent twitter interaction with pop duo Hall & Oates. Matt recalls his GCSE Geography project and Russ lets us in to more unusual behaviour at his school. If you enjoy the show PLEASE leave us a review. Let's all do our part to protect the Amazon Rainforest, visit https://www.worldwildlife.org/places/amazon for more information.

This week the lads tackle the subject dating. Recalling some of their worst dating experiences, providing dating facts, stats and advice as well as reading out some of the strangest dating profiles online. They round off the show with some safety advice all whilst mate coughs his way through the show (non-COVID).

This week the lads discuss the Romans from start to finish. Tackling subjects such as how it all began, their laundry methods, the Gladiators and their venture to Britain. All complete with their silly analysis and off subject discussions.

This week the lads cover the dinosaur era. Discussing the 3 periods, the tallest, smallest, smartest and dumbest dinosaurs and some that turned out to not even be dinosaurs. Russ butchers the English language as ever and Matt hasn't really turned up asking some of the worlds stupidest questions.

With so much to cram in to one episode, the lads return with Part Two of their coverage of the 1990s. This half of the episode covers TV, Films and Technology of the decade and is rounded off by a tribute to those icons who we sadly lost during this decade. Follow us at www.twitter.com/no_appointment and like us at www.facebook.com/MattandRuss ENJOY

As voted for by our amazing Twitter followers, Matt & Russ discuss all things 90s. With so much to discuss the episode needed splitting into 2 (part 2 coming early next week). This episode covers 90s fashion, music, wars and major sporting events. We also hear about Russ' art skills in this decade and the blooper reel returns. www.facebook.com/MattandRuss www.twitter.com/no_appointment

This week the lads tackle phobias. From cacophobia to novercaphobia, they've got them all covered. You will not believe some of these genuine fears and the names they've been given, including the most ironic phobia ever Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia. Be sure to subscribe, follow the show on Twitter www.twitter.com/no_appointment and like us on Facebook www.facebook.com/MattandRuss

This weeks episode features a fantastic interview with Harry Barnes, admin of the satire twitter account Didn't Happen Of The Year Awards @_DHOTYA. Harry tells us some amazing lies and calls out a former World Boxing Champion who he's had previous with. Before that the lads recall some lies told to them by certain characters they've met in their lives. A lads also tell two statements about their lives in which one is true and one is false. New to the show? Follow us on Twitter @No_Appointment and like us on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/MattandRuss

Following on from the recent Paranormal episode, Matt & Russ chat to author and host of the Unexplained podcast Richard MacLean Smith ahead of Series 5 of his show. Follow Richards show on Twitter @Unexplainedpod or visit the website www.unexplainedpodcast.com

This week Matt & Russ discuss their mortal enemies, pirates. Whilst they expected plank walking, parrots and wooden legs, they actual reveal that these perceived fiends of the sea turned out to be rather forward thinking and civilised. Followed by the more darker behaviour that is more commonly expected from pirates. Russ' inability to read leads to another blooper reel that you won't want to miss. Don't forget to follow the lads on Twitter @No_Appointment and to like the new Facebook page www.facebook.com/MattandRuss

This week the lads learn that a good idea in your mind might not necessarily be a good idea on the surface. Russ quickly learns that it's difficult to make a topical and light-hearted podcast out of such a grime topic, but tries anyway. During the back tracking, Matt and Russ interview Mark from the twitter account @CrimeLdn in an interesting conversation about his coverage of crime going on in London and beyond. At the top of the show the boys pay tribute to a friend and former Navy colleague Keith “Paddy” Ross who sadly passed away in a car accident last week. Please visit the link below to help Keiths wife and children in these truly sad and awful times. You are all in our thoughts, RIP Paddy 1979-2020. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/ross-family-fund?utm_term=qJQRye5qr

This week Matt & Russ discuss the supernatural and unexplained. From ghost encounters, unexplained photos and UFO conspiracies. Matt tells of an unfortunate honest mistake that happened at work last week, Russ recalls being the victim to the worlds oldest knock and runner, and after Matt instructed Russ not to make any mistakes this week, Russ decided to make mistake after mistake just to make Matt suffer during the edit. ENJOY. Follow us on Twitter @No_Appointment and please don't forget to subscribe to this podcast.

Following on from the successful interview with friend of the show Joe Bangles from twitter, the lads embrace their new followers by taking their first Q&A (from real people). Find out who they think would play them in a movie and how they'd mildly annoy someone if they placed a curse. Russ returns with more amazing facts about the human body. We just want to say a huge thank you to all our new listeners, twitter followers and subscribers. You've made our dreams come true and we hope you'll stick around and enjoy this journey with us.

The one we've all been waiting for. After 6 episodes the lads have landed their first guest interview, and it's Twitter cheese sensation Joe Bangles. Joe joins Matt and Russ to discuss which top celebrities favourite cheese is through his dedicated lockdown research. They also tackle him head on about a few conspiracy theories doing the rounds about him (yes, seriously) and we learn about the Cheese World Cup currently running. Follow @JoeBangles11 to find out what your favourite celebs cheese is and to vote for your favourite cheese in the World Cup or visit www.joebangles.co.uk. The lads also discuss some of the worlds most bizarre deliciouses, some shocking facts about food and what would their final meal be on death row. Please subscribe and leave us a review, and keep up to date with the show @no_appointment on twitter. https://www.justgiving.com/crowdfunding/rideforstan 2 year old Stan needs life saving treatment which is only available in Singapore, let's help his family raise the funds to get him there. Ally Law @AllyALaw is cycling 1,010 miles to raise funds, good luck Ally.

Following on from last weekends discussion about the Royal Navy, the lads couldn't fit the 6 month deployment all in one episode so this bonus episode has been added. They discuss an unwanted Snorkelling day, being in the crossfire of a street riot in Montevideo, the amazing curly fries of the Falklands and a world record breaking drug seize in the Caribbean.

The first of a 2 part series, Matt and Russ discuss where all this was born, the Royal Navy. On this episode the boys discuss their basic training at HMS Raleigh (which Russ shouldn't have finished), engineering training at HMS Sultan where we hear all about the legendary Sultan Bop. Then we move on to where the lads met on HMS Southampton and discuss stories together such as the time Matt soiled his mates jeans, Russ signed up for a famous Gibraltar prank “monkey shooting” and what they describe as the greatest week of their life after landing the easy gig shoreside during the T200 (Battle of Trafalgar anniversary) celebrations. With so much to cover the lads will be dropping a bonus episode following this discussing their 6 month deployment later this week.

This week Matt and Russ discuss some of the worlds most intriguing urban myths. Did Paul McCartney die during the height of The Beatles fame and replaced by an imposter? Did Phil Collins witness a tragedy that inspired him to write In The Air Tonight. The lads also discuss some of Scotland and the USA's most creepiest urban legends. All this whilst Russ discovers that he can't read and reveals his time spent in a class at school called the Morphographs. Don't forget to subscribe to the show and follow the boys on Twitter @No_Appointment.