Television Times Podcast

Jake Donaldson was once a teenage street magician, and this year he's weaving parts of his old magic act into his Edinburgh Fringe showJake Donaldson is a comedian and writer known for his groundbreaking comedy shows, including Spectacle, which explores his visual impairment. How performing card tricks for on the streets of Newcastle as a teenager led him toward comedy — and why magic and stand-up are closer cousins than people thinkGrowing up with Victoria Wood as a comedy hero, and what it taught him about gender and powerWhy he resisted the word 'disabled' for years — and how that became Spectacle, a show all about his eyesightThe CBT motorbike test that he somehow passed despite crashing the bike mid-testConnect with Jake here:InstagramTikTokGet tickets to Jake's EdFringe show hereFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andrew P. Stephen and Steve Otis Gunn have been friends since 2001, toured India together with The Woman in Black, and recently Andrew toured China performing Shakespeare.Andrew P. Stephen is a British actor whose career spans decades of theatre touring and recent screen work, including Apple TV+'s Silo and the horror thriller Dark Game.The day trip to the Taj Mahal that broke down on the way back — a minibus, an open sewer, a man with a big spanner, and a director who nearly fainted after the ordeal.Smoking cigars in a high-rise Singapore hotel and playing billiards in Raffles.Woman in Black in India: stagehands eating samosas in the wings, the ghost unable to get through the auditorium, and the company manager holding the door shut.Andrew in China touring Shakespeare — including an unrehearsed performance in front of 5,000 people.Connect with Andrew here:InstagramFacebookFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Megan Lockhurst is back on the podcast with plenty to catch up on. Fresh from her parents' 50th wedding anniversary in Mexico, she's been busy with auditions, filming, and a growing list of projects.Megan Lockhurst is a Canadian actress based in the UK, who recently starred in Murder at the Highland Manor, appeared in Havoc, and continues to build an impressive career on both sides of the Atlantic.The commercial audition she went to at 16 — a long trip to Toronto, hours of waiting around, and a memorable introduction to the realities of castingMurder at the Highland Manor — what it's like to lead a TV movie, and read reviews of your own performanceWhy social media feels completely unnatural to her, regardless of the necessity to engageWhy elevators can be the scariest places of allConnect with Megan here:InstagramTikTokWebsiteIMDbFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A 50-degree heatwave, a rusty shower in a converted Indian palace, a chilli that nearly took Tony's face off, and a moped chase through Vientiane — this is the unaired adventure stories collection, and it's about as un-PC as the podcast gets.Television Times Presents: Adventure Stories Vol. 1, a full-length episode pulled together from unused travel story segments recorded during the show's brief run as All My Clothes Need Burning. Steve is joined by his friend Tony P for stories that didn't quite fit the regular format — and some that probably shouldn't fit any format.Delhi, 1999: rickshaw scams, a hedgerow hideout, and a tale that's hard to look good inThe converted Indian palace with two showers in one room, one producing nothing and the other producing pure rust — and the brine-pickled chilli that nearly demanded a second toiletA local "currency collector" on the road to a shipyard inspectionA moped chase through Vientiane after two masked men on a scooter sliced off Steve's wife's bag, followed by an encounter with a police officer who tried to fine them for reporting the crimeFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Following the news of Keir Starmer's resignation, I wanted to jump on the mic and share a few thoughts on why these moments feel like television events in their own right, especially after seeing that bloody lectern again!I also look back at my brief involvement in Labour politics during the 2010 leadership contest and recount my own encounter with Andy Burnham. Having met various political figures over the years, I explain why I think Burnham could make a compelling future Prime Minister.This isn't a political podcast, and it certainly isn't a conventional bonus episode, but when the nation's eyes are glued to the screen and history is unfolding live on television, it feels very much in the spirit of Television Times.Find us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cal was doing impressions in the playground before he knew it could be a job, appeared on Britain's Got Talent (twice), and is currently touring a show featuring 100 impressions in 60 minutes — and if you catch him at the Edinburgh Fringe, you'll get 101!Cal is a comedian, impressionist, and pantomime regular from the North East, known for his appearances on Britain's Got Talent and a magnificent touring show that is exactly what it says on the tin.How Robin Williams in Mrs Doubtfire made him realise that doing voices could be a jobWhy learning an impression is easier now than ever — and conversely, why finding someone worth impersonating is harder than it's ever beenWhy Jeremy Vine is more fun to impersonate than Piers Morgan, and why mimicking Donald Trump is the exception to every ruleWhy, if you were famous in the 70s, you're famous forever — and why those names still get a bigger reaction than anyone who went viral last weekConnect with Cal here:InstagramYouTubeTikTokFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Meka Mo grew up in Queens, worked on Wall Street, watched the Miracle on the Hudson happen from her office window, lost a South London church basement crowd the moment she swore in front of some Jamaican grandmas, and has never once been pickpocketed anywhere in the world. She's been navigating cultural minefields ever since — and making it look easy.Meka Mo is a New York City-based comedian, host of the emotional wellness comedy podcast We're Done Here, and a regular on the international comedy circuit. Her new show, New York City Dreams, will be playing at this year's Edinburgh Fringe. Why performing internationally means constantly working out which jokes travel and which ones don't Why she's never been pickpocketed anywhere in the world — and the flatmates who kept getting robbed in LondonThe Columbus Day joke that went badly in Las Vegas Watching the Miracle on the Hudson happen in real time from her office window on Wall Street.Connect with Meka here:InstagramYouTubeWebsiteGet tickets for Meka's Edinburgh Fringe show here: NewYorkCityDreamsFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Steve returns to the microphone to explain why his brief podcast rebrand has already been abandoned, why Television Times is back, and what he learned from watching listener numbers dwindle.In this short bonus episode, he talks honestly about burnout, second-guessing three years of work, and the surprisingly emotional experience of trying to rename something that people already know and trust.Why the rebrand to All My Clothes Need Burning lasted only a handful of episodes before being reversedThe listener reaction that convinced Steve he'd made a mistake — and the awkward task of re-editing episodes and contacting guestsWhat three years and 120+ episodes have taught him about podcasting, branding, and knowing when to stop fighting your audiencePlus, an adventure story from Thailand in 1999 featuring malaria tablets, questionable holiday hair braiding, and a brief encounter with the Thai police that could have gone very differently.Normal service resumes shortly. Television Times is back, and Steve will now try to refrain from starting any more unnecessary rebrands.Find us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dewey Gaedcke was in Hawaii as a last-minute concierge favour when a friend told him about a volcano worth seeing at night. Five days later, he was rescued by a teenager in a tourist helicopter. The park service had already told his family he was probably dead.Dewey Gaedcke is known for surviving one of the most extraordinary ordeals in recent memory — five days lost on a remote lava field in Hawaii without water, proper footwear, or any idea where he was.The small decisions that compounded into a survival situation — an hour-and-a-half hike, a pair of jogging shoes, and no waterWhat it actually feels like to be lost with no landmarks, no path, and no signalHow he kept himself alive in conditions that should have killed himThe footage he recorded for his daughters in case he didn't make itHow a teenager in a tourist helicopter found him after the park service had already told his family to prepare for the worstConnect with Dewey here:FacebookFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

John Scott has been doing stand-up since 1999, accidentally said "Brexit" at a Yorkshire corporate full of insurance folk, co-wrote a Japanese animated drama, and once did a gig in Budapest that he's fairly certain was arranged for the Russian mafia. He also wants to go back in time and hang out with Bowie in Berlin, but then again, who doesn't?John Scott is a comedian, scriptwriter, and host of The Scottish Sweary News, known for his sharp, laid-back delivery and a career that has taken some genuinely unexpected turns.The Budapest gig — flown in, flown out the same night, performing to a room full of salespeople who were, he strongly suspects, selling to some very dodgy people indeedWalking on stage at a corporate event and saying the one word he'd told himself not to sayHow a pandemic freelancing site led to co-writing a Japanese animated drama — and what it taught him about storytellingHow The Scottish Sweary News started as an accident — and suddenly gained thousands of followersWhy he's stepped back from the Edinburgh Fringe — and why he thinks it stopped being a viable career step a long time agoConnect with John here:InstagramTikTokYouTubeFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seymour Mace spent time as a clown in Japan, did a Fine Art degree during COVID, built a potter's wheel in his back garden, got a first, and somewhere in the middle of all that did some stand-up. He's fine.Seymour Mace is a British comedian and actor known for his surreal, offbeat humour and cult status on the UK comedy circuit, best recognised for his role in the BBC series Ideal.How he ended up working as a street clown in Japan in the '90s — and how he nearly stayed on as Big Bird at Tokyo DisneylandWhat doing a Fine Art degree during lockdown taught him about creativity — and why the education system quietly beats it out of most people Comedy courses and clown schools — why Seymour thinks the best training is just being around funny people and working out why they're funnyThe freedom of not chasing fame, and why, with no mortgage or anyone to answer to, he's essentially living like a rich person without having to be a c**t Connect with Seymour here:InstagramFacebookFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Howard J Ford has stared down a four-ton boulder held up by a single pebble, sat on funeral pots containing the dead while eating lunch, been lifted off his feet by hundreds of people in Burkina Faso, and walked out of a Mississippi murder house that nobody could bring themselves to buy. All in the name of independent filmmaking.Howard J Ford is a British filmmaker, director, and cinematographer whose films include The Dead, Never Let Go, The Ledge, River of Blood, Dark Game, Escape, and Bonekeeper — out now on Prime Video & Apple TV. His new action thriller Zipwire is heading to Cannes, and if his track record is anything to go by, it won't be long before it lands on your streaming service of choice.Why filming Bonekeeper in real caves in Wales and Herefordshire meant learning to light absolute darknessThe Burkina Faso incident: filming in a village with no electricity, sitting on pots containing dead relatives, and being swept off his feet by hundreds of people at the end of the shootThe haunted house in Clarksdale, Mississippi, where both Howard and his producer felt something was seriously wrongThe screenplay Howard wrote, which Morgan Freeman once wanted to star inWhy boredom is the starting point for everything — and how every film begins as a blank void before thousands of images and a story slowly emerge from nothingThe cannibal on a bicycle who stayed to watch the shoot — and why he was laughingConnect with Howard here:InstagramFacebookFind us on social media — links on the About page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Big AnnouncementHey Podrats — I've taken a quick pit stop in your feed because things are about to take a turn.After four lovely, slightly well-behaved seasons of Television Times, we have decided to swerve the podcast into a new lane. Same host, same questionable judgement — just a wider map and fewer guardrails.From Season 5, the show will become 'All My Clothes Need Burning'.We'll still chat with brilliant guests about what they do and how they got there — but now we're leaning harder into travel disasters, production chaos, and stories of things going gloriously wrong — in far-away lands or right at home.So nothing's really changing — apart from the name, the direction, and the increased risk of mild peril.New title. Bigger adventures. Possibly worse decisions.Season 5 boarding soon.

TV Round-Up 2025: The Year That Television Lost the Plot — with Paul Critoph

​Do Not Adjust Your Pod! — with Steve Otis Gunn

Doug Naylor: How Red Dwarf Made TV Better Than LifeGet ready for a sci-fi-soaked comedy ride as Steve Otis Gunn chats with writer and co-creator of Red Dwarf, Doug Naylor. From the early days of radio comedy and Spitting Image to building one of Britain's most enduring cult TV shows, Doug brings thoughtful, funny stories from a lifetime in entertainment. They explore Doug's path through sketch shows, number one singles, and the moment Red Dwarf finally became the show he'd imagined. Doug spills the beans on why the American remake went sideways, and how he'll never get used to the strange feeling of meeting fans who say the show helped them through tough times.They also touch on the big one: the ambitious new Red Dwarf project that was suddenly cancelled — and what Doug plans to do with it next.

Orbital FX: Inside the World of Practical Effects, Prop Building & the Future of Filmmaking

Olaf Falafel: The Seriously Silly Art of Being Stupid

Henry Naylor: From Spitting Image and Rowan Atkinson to the Frontlines of Political Theatre

Stephen Mear: Dancing Through Dyslexia and Into the Spotlight

Helen White: Standing Tall at 4ft 10

Best of Aussies & N-Zedders

Evelyn Hollow: A Halloween Descent into the Uncanny

Robert Morgan (The Return): The Good Bastard Always Rises

Ian Smith: Finding Your Feet in a Foot Spa Half Empty

Steve Otis Gunn: A Tale of Two Steves II​

Milo Edwards: Moscow Misadventures - From Cold Calls to Call Backs - On Russian TV!

Laura Lexx: Punchline Optimiser - From Tags to Stitches

John Robertson: Into The Dark Room - From Australian Idol to Comedy Anarchy

Tom Ballard: Fisk, Deadloch, Tonightly - and Why Reality TV is a Lie

Sharlene Hector: Touring the World with Basement Jaxx, Finding Theatre, and Owning the Spotlight

Wolfgang: Death & Defiance - Unknown '80s Pop Duo Walk the Streets of Peterborough

Charlie Parsons: The Godfather of Reality TV on Creating The Word, The Big Breakfast, and Survivor

Andrew O'Connor: The Creative Mastermind Behind Derren Brown and Peep Show

Ignacio Lopez: A Comedian's Guide to Buying the Perfect Mattress

Moe Singleton: Berlin Life, Seinfeld & Starting Over

Joe Kent-Walters: From Clown School to Cult Stardom with Frankie Monroe

Darren Harriott: Celebrity Adventures in Light Entertainment

Carl Donnelly: The Fork Awakens - A Vegan Odyssey Through Comedy, Lost, and Star WarsIn this wide-ranging episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats to comedian and longtime vegan Carl Donnelly. What begins with sniffles and parenting chaos soon unfolds into a rich and hilarious exploration of identity, ethics, nostalgia, and the unexpected impact of kids on one's streaming habits. From biohackers and butchers to Irish summers and Star Wars, Carl brings levity, insight, and warmth to a conversation that spans generations, galaxies, and plant-based diets.Highlights include:Trading offal for ayahuascaGrowing up Irish in South London without a middle nameComedy longevity and the joy of finding old postersRevisiting Lost, rewatching The Leftovers, and defending Obi-Wan KenobiFrom Spurs loyalty to South Indian dals: football, food, and second generational cultureWhether you're a long-time fan of Carl's stand-up, curious about tofu protein levels, or a parent roped into watching sci-fi, this episode offers laughs, reflection, and plenty of moments where you'll go, “hang on… same here.”

Sikisa: From Courtroom to Comedy, No Nonsense AllowedIn this bold and unfiltered episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats with the multitalented comedian, lawyer, and wrestling superfan Sikisa. From her law-school nickname to her unapologetic admiration for Peggy Mitchell, Sikisa delivers quick wit and honest reflection in a lively chat about hustle culture, the outrageous cost of Edinburgh Fringe, and the quiet chaos of birthdays. Sikisa dives into everything from Caribbean rivalries and the gentrification of Brixton to the exhausting loop of content creation that pressures comedians to “do it all” in the digital age.Highlights include:Growing up between Stockwell and BarbadosWrestling: not fake, carefully scripted, and undeniably dangerousWhy “You're the Problem” was the show title that never wasOnlyFans, burnout, and headphones that are too cleverWhy performers deserve affordable housing during festivalsThis episode will appeal to comedy lovers, wrestling fans, and anyone craving a peaceful night's sleep in a Premier Inn

Megan Lockhurst: An Analogue Soul in a Digital WorldIn this vibrant, freewheeling episode, Steve Otis Gunn reconnects with actress and all-round creative Megan Lockhurst for a wide-ranging chat that celebrates movies, nostalgia, and roller skates. After a tech-glitched first attempt, the duo dive back in with even more energy—covering everything from Tom Cruise and Jurassic Park to slushies, pickles, and the tactile joy of Blu-rays. Megan shares behind-the-scenes stories from working on Havoc with Tom Hardy and Forrest Whitaker, the charm of 4DX cinema, and how her Canadian childhood played out like a scene from Stand By Me. This episode also explores the evolving landscape of entertainment—what AI might take from cinema, and what it can never replace.Highlights include:Growing up in an analogue world in Canada before smartphonesUnexpected production twists while filming, including a broken camera crane on HavocPractical effects and why Jurassic Park is still impressiveRoller skating as therapy, rebellion, and a return to joyWhy Cinemas, DVDs, and fresh air still matter in the streaming eraThis episode is a must-listen for movie lovers, nostalgic Gen Xers and Millennials, and anyone who thinks the 90s might be the last great decade

Sam Nicoresti: Self-Expression, Identity & the Hunt for the Perfect Skirt SuitIn this introspective and fun-filled episode, Steve Otis Gunn sits down with comedian and writer Sam Nicoresti for a conversation that winds its way through comedy, culture, and surreal nostalgia. Known for their clever, genre-bending comedy and a flair for philosophical riffs, Sam brings nuance and wit to everything from trans politics to the demise of Blockbuster, weaving personal experience with cultural critique in a way that's as thought-provoking as it is hilarious. From probing selfhood and societal labels to skewering podcast culture, Sam shows how comedy is the sharpest tool for exploring—and exploding—identity.Subjects include:What makes a “special” specialHow HMV pivoted away from physical media and adapted to the digital ageWhy true crime is the new voyeurism, and podcasts might well be to blameThe constraints of class and the claustrophobic architecture of social housingWhy something as simple as needing the loo can become a gendered battlegroundAn amusing and surprising listen, this episode is a must for fans of stand-up comedy, social commentary, and anyone curious about how comedy reflects the oddities of modern life.

Tom Fleischman: Cinema, Scorsese & the Art of the MixIn this immersive episode, Steve Otis Gunn chats with Oscar-winning re-recording mixer Tom Fleischman to uncover the nuanced, behind-the-scenes craft of cinematic sound. With decades of experience, Tom offers a rare glimpse into the audio side of filmmaking, where emotion is built not just through visuals, but through every carefully chosen sound.From his early days splicing tape by ear to mixing iconic films like Goodfellas, School of Rock, and The Irishman, Tom shares personal stories and surprising insights from his legendary collaborations, especially with Martin Scorsese. The conversation spans the evolution of sound editing, the intuition behind great mixes, and why sometimes the hardest thing to get right is a single vowel.Highlights include:The challenges and creativity behind mixing films such as Hugo and Gangs of New YorkWhat a re-recording mixer actually does—and why it's more grit than glamourThe mystery and magic of cataloguing forgotten sound effectsBehind-the-scenes tales from awards season, including rejection and red carpet dramaThe art of “invisible” mixing and why audio is the ultimate cinematic illusionPacked with anecdotes—like Daniel Day-Lewis bringing intensity and precision even to his ADR sessions, and Jack Nicholson's Oscar-night wisdom—this episode is a must-listen for filmmakers, sound enthusiasts, or anyone curious about how the soul of a film is often found in what we hear.

Chelsea Birkby: Magic, Milton Keynes & the Comedy of Not KnowingIn this wonderfully winding episode, Steve Otis Gunn is joined by comedian Chelsea Birkby for a conversation brimming with insight, whimsy, and philosophical detours. Renowned for her thoughtful humour, Chelsea offers a fresh perspective on everything from the rooftops of Milton Keynes to the existential undertones of reality TV. Together, they navigate the intriguing intersections of comedy, illusion, and the comfort of not always knowing. From the overlooked genius of The Simple Life to the moment a mentalist made her question the nature of free will, Chelsea reflects on the inspirations behind her latest show. Topics touched on include:Skater energy, angular architecture, and the symbolism of Milton KeynesMagic, mind games, and the card trick that broke her brainThe urgency of watching The Traitors and The Kardashians close to transmissionCreating comedy before the spark fadesBrainrot, generational slang, and why Googling ruins everythingWhether you're deep into stand-up, reality TV, or the kind of person who still doesn't understand how vinyl records work—and prefers it that way—this one's for you.

Cat Miller: Building the Immersive World of 'Severance' - The Art of Precision and Subconscious Unease

Joe Thomas: From 'The Inbetweeners' to 'Taskmaster' and the Worried Face of Stand-Up

Today we welcome Oscar and BAFTA-winning Sound mixer Tom Curley to the podcast for a chat about his work on Whiplash, Yellowstone, Documentary Now!, and CSI Vegas. Tom regales us with stories of guerrilla filming in Seoul with a renowned Korean film director, how he was once chased from a set by wild donkeys in Nevada, and being fooled into thinking overseas actors are American, only to find out their true identity once filming has wrapped. Tom explains how he dodged a bullet after Harvey Weinstein blanked him at the BAFTAs, how J.K. Simmons got out of wearing a mic during the filming of Whiplash, and his difficulty in stifling his laughter on the set of Documentary Now! We also discuss bonkers Japanese telly, why AI will most likely bring out the worst us, and how the invention of Television played a significant role in the rise of obesity.All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn.Please buy my book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' available in all good book shops, online and directly.Podcast Socials:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tvtimespodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tvtimespodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tvtimespodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tvtimespod.bsky.socialSteve's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveotisgunnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveotisgunn.antisocialTom's Socials:Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/curleysound.bsky.socialInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tom_curley_cas/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/curleysoundIMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1093577/Produced by Steve Otis Gunn for Jilted Maggotwww.jiltedmaggot.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we welcome Simon Donald, co-founder of Viz to the podcast for a chat about his comic beginnings, his post-Viz stand-up career, moving to North London, and why Americans will never understand us. Simon also explains how swear words found their way into the English vernacular, and why class plays a pivotal role in how they have been policed ever since. We then chat about the various incarnations of Viz characters on the small screen, culminating in The Fat Slags movie, which was made without his, or anyone at Viz's involvement or approval. Hear the real-life story behind the inspiration for Sid the Sexist, why the 1960s Batman TV show contained such bizarre dialogue, and the last-minute change at Viz HQ that led to the creation of the hugely successful Roger's Profanasaurus.All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn.Please buy my book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' available in all good book shops, online and directly.Podcast Socials:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tvtimespodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tvtimespodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tvtimespodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tvtimespod.bsky.socialSteve's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveotisgunnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveotisgunn.antisocialSimon's Socials:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/simondonald.comedyYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HimOffTheVizProduced by Steve Otis Gunn for Jilted Maggotwww.jiltedmaggot.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we welcome Graham Fellows, the man behind both Jilted John & John Shuttleworth, for a cheeky chinwag about his legendary career in music and television. Yamaha and Casio keyboards feature heavily in this chat, as does John's dog Kirsty. Throughout our conversation, Graham pokes fun while I try not to laugh, as we cover such meteoric subjects as; doorstep drinks deliveries in the 1970s, the possibility of John doing ASMR videos on TikTok, why podcasts should never be over-edited, and how a song lyric earned him an almost lifetime supply of Bounty bars. We chat about his appearances on 'Top of The Pops' as Jilted John, how that character was formed as a reaction to the punk singers of the time, and how after signing a publishing deal, he accidentally created John Shuttleworth on the same day. I explain how I nabbed a job selling Yamaha keyboards in Harrods, even though I couldn't play a note, while Graham divulges why his keyboards sometimes stop working on stage, leading to unplanned comic moments. We also cover his collaboration with Count Arthur, his appearances on the Leslie Grantham-helmed 'Paradise Club' and Jonathan Ross's Saturday Night Zoo, and why, as a kid, he would have loved to have hung out with The Monkees.All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn.*Except 'My Wife Died in 1970' written by Graham FellowsPlease buy my book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' available in all good book shops, online and directly.Podcast Socials:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tvtimespodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tvtimespodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tvtimespodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tvtimespod.bsky.socialX: https://x.com/tvtimespod (reluctantly)Steve's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveotisgunnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveotisgunn.antisocialGraham & John's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/johnshuttlewrthX: https://x.com/johnshuttlewrthFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/johnshuttlewrth/?locale=en_GBYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk1GY2WmzYUSZaowoYdvYdgProduced by Steve Otis Gunn for Jilted Maggotwww.jiltedmaggot.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we welcome comedian, author and anaesthetist Ed Patrick to the podcast for a chat about his recent appearance on 'Have I Got News For You', the changing habits of watching telly, and why the idea of being on 'Traitors' makes him anxious. Ed explains how he launched his own podcast 'Comedians Surgery' after a late night gig in Oxford, and how that created a safe space for comedians to talk openly, which leads me to explain how I ended up having a vasectomy on my birthday in the middle of a pandemic. We also discuss the importance of sleep, the reason why Prince didn't have any clocks in his house, and the rather bizarre TV career of Greg James.All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn.Please buy my book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' available in all good book shops, online and directly.Podcast Socials:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tvtimespodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tvtimespodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tvtimespodBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/tvtimespod.bsky.socialSteve's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveotisgunnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveotisgunn.antisocialEd's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/edpatrickcomedyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/edpatrickcomedyProduced by Steve Otis Gunn for Jilted Maggotwww.jiltedmaggot.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

He's back yet again! Friend of the podcast Paul Critoph returns and attempts to review the TV of 2024, whilst I accept impromptu Christmas deliveries via my front door. Listen as we discuss Paul's role playing Santa at a secret undisclosed location, the ever changing face of John Mulaney, and divorcing reality from the art of 'Baby Reindeer'. Gasp as we both realise we know Shakin' Steven's drummer, while I admit to watching an entire scheduled evening of Saturday night light-entertainment. Paul then tries to convince me to watch Jilly Cooper's 'Rivals' while I explain the bizarre concept of the Stephen Mangan led 'Fortune Hotel'. We also rile against adverts infiltrating the streaming market, why Season 3 of 'The Bear' took the absolute piss, and why neither of us can abide Strictly.All music written and performed in this podcast by Steve Otis Gunn.Please buy my book 'You Shot My Dog and I Love You' available in all good book shops, online and directly.Podcast Socials:Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tvtimespodInsta: https://www.instagram.com/tvtimespodYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/@tvtimespodTwitter: https://twitter.com/tvtimespodSteve's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveotisgunnTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/steveotisgunnFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/steveotisgunn.antisocialPaul's Socials:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/paulcritophTwitter: https://twitter.com/PaulCritophFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/paul.critophProduced by Steve Otis Gunn for Jilted Maggotwww.jiltedmaggot.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.