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The Cultural Vacuums are comedians Josh Trebilcock and Lew Fitz, two airheads keen to broaden their horizons and to do so they invite special guests to each recommend and review some of their favourite titles from the world of arts and entertainment. Produced by Paul Gilbey. Artwork by Stephen Trumble.

The Cultural Vacuums


    • May 8, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • infrequent NEW EPISODES
    • 52m AVG DURATION
    • 29 EPISODES


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    Ep.20 Michael Akadiri

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2022 50:05


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Help! Lew has swallowed a plastic straw again, is there a doctor in the house?! Luckily we've only gone and booked the amazing (and medically trained) Michael Akadiri to - save Lew's life - and give us a breakdown of what makes him culturally tick, from catching up on Top Boy to training to be the top boy in WWE.Michael can be found on twitter at https://twitter.com/MichaelAkadiri and on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/michaelakadiriFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 19. Yuriko Kotani

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2022 45:21


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week on the pod we're so happy to welcome the crisp connoisseur herself - Yuriko Kotani. Recorded on 20/04, which for some reason massively excited Josh, the group delve into Japanese wrestling, child detective anime, and answer Lew's all important question - "does Japan have an O'Neils"?Yuriko can be found on Twitter @YurikoComedy and on Instagram @YurikoComedyFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 18. David Mills

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2022 46:02


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Culture all the way from the good old U.S. of A this week, as we throw away our flat caps and free healthcare, and invest in everything American. Baseball! Automatic weapons! Rosanne Barr! And what better way to get to grips with American culture than inviting a real life American into the void - the one and only David Mills! David can be found on Twitter @davidmillsdept and on Instagram @davidmillsdeptFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 17. Kuan-Wen Huang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2022 54:27


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.We're unbelievably excited t0 welcome the incredible Kuan-Wen Huang into the Cultural Vacumms this week. He helpfully educates Lew and Josh on the joys of late night melon eating, London open house discovery and Pokemon Go etiquette.Kuan-Wen can be found on Twitter @kuanwen_huang, and on Instagram @kuanwencomedyFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 16. Tatty Macleod

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2022 52:23


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.It's French Week here at The Cultural Vacuums, and by that we mean we have a guest who can speak French. Unfortunately neither Lew or Josh done anything to educate themselves on the country's rich culture, other than learn an intro, and in Lew's case, listen to Stromae, who is in fact, from Belgium.Luckily we have the wonderful and talented Tatty Macleod to carry the cultural baggage of the show, filling the void with bangers such as imported VHS tapes of 90s TV shows, the works of Elena Ferrante and Nora Ephron, and Gemma Collins on TikTok.Tatty can be found on Twitter @tattymacleod, and on Instagram @tatty_macleodFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 15. Sarah Keyworth

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2022 46:26


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.On the podcast this week it's the one and only Sarah Keyworth, helping the boys fill up their weekly culture quota with gems such as Taylor Swift: The Early years, the dangers of country singers speaking out, and how to watch tv shows with loved ones, plus Lew finds out he's the only person in the world who doesn't know what a conch is.Sarah can be found on Twitter @sarahkcomedy, on Instagram @sarah_keyworth, and on TikTok @sarahkeyworthcomedianFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 14. Huge Davies

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 53:16


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week, Huge Davies (from the telly) helps guide our uncultured village idiots through a host of hard-hitting topics, from Radiohead possibly ruining football game menu screens, to Peter Jackson most certainly ruining The Hobbit, as well as discussing if Jackie Chan is in fact a real person.Huge can be found on Twitter @hugedavies and on Instagram @hugedavies, and on youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpgYM6efCjZEc7uj9y_aXhwFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 13. Katie Pritchard

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2022 55:22


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help jam your empty modern-day brains full of meaty hot cultural goodness, courtesy of an amazing guest!Back at it again with season 2! Lew and Josh are back, and ready once again to ask the big questions. Will they finally discover what an 8-track is? Will someone explain to Josh that naming your child after another family member is normal? And when will Lew realise that cataracts isn't only found in cats?Helping them on their cultural journey this week is everyones favourite rock star - Katie Pritchard!Katie can be found on Twitter @katiepritchards and on Instagram @katiepritchards. Katie also has a website https://www.katiepritchard.co.ukFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

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    Ep 12. Jamie D'Souza

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2022 46:37


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.It's the final episode of season 1, and Lew and Josh are finally getting around to asking the important life questions e.g. what is an 8 track, and how does it work?They'll also be discussing Club life in Reading, the masterpiece that is Chicken Run, and sitting in the front row of a live comedy show. Helping them into the void of discovery is the well cool Jamie D'Souza!Jamie can be found on Twitter @jamie_dsouza and on Instagram @jamiedsouzaaFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 11. Johnny White Really-Really

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2022 52:07


    Incorrigibleadjective(of a person or their behaviour) not able to be changed or reformed.At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Its the penultimate episode of season 1 at THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, and this week Lew and Josh discuss Road Rage youtube videos, supporting The Cribs, and the warm hug that is 1990s Sabrina The Teenage Witch. Helping them into the void of discovery is the wonderfully poetic Johnny White Really-Really!Johnny can be found on Twitter @johnnywreallyx2 and on Instagram @johnnywhitereallyreally. Follow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 10. Ania Magliano

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 49:58


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.It's nearly the end of season 1 at THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, so we've brought out the big guns! Ania Magliano helps guide our cultural newborns through boyband fan pages, President Snow life-changing speeches, and panoramic dogs, all while Lew discovers the answer to one of life's most important questions - What is tagine?Ania can be found on Twitter @AniaMags and on Instagram @aniamagliano. She also hosts the brilliant podcast The Weekly Shop.Follow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

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    Ep 09. Alison Spittle

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2022 54:36


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.It's a CULTURAL VACUUMS party/meeting this week, with our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock) discussing the highs and lows of youtube fight videos, using the The Simpsons to work out the time of day, and George Galloway as a cat.Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is superstar and comedian, Alison Spittle!Alison can be found on Twitter @AlisonSpittle and on Instagram @alisonspittleFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 08. Fiona Ridgewell

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2022 51:50


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Ring in the New-ish Year and pump up THE CULTURAL VACUUMS on your soundbox - it's 2022 baby!This week Lew and Josh discuss Netflix's Cheer, Self Help guides, and washing your tarot cards, all while Lew repeatedly confuses Kent with Essex. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is everyone's favourite Pluto - Poppy Hillstead.Fiona can be found on Instagram @fiona_ridgewellFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    End of Year Special (2021)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2022 58:55


    It's THE END OF THE YEAR AS WE KNOW IT and Lew and Josh have turned on their mics for one last time (this year) to help you bring in a new epoch of your lives by counting down their top 3 movies, books/ cooking manuals (Josh), tv shows, YouTube clips and musical arrangements of the absolute slug that's been 2021.We'll be back in the new year with more cultural anecdotes, recommendations and reviews courtesy of our wonderful guests - we gots some huge names lined up and can't wait to share them with all of yous. Also - who knows - maybe we'll have live shows.You can see what Josh does for a living by viewing Tom Hanks: Hollywood's Mr Nice Guy on Channel 5 at 9pm on January 2nd (and My5 from then on)Follow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuums - and leave us a review on Spotify and iTunes why don't ya!Hosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 07. Poppy Hillstead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2021 44:11


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Slam on your Santa's hat, ready the mulled wine and pump up THE CULTURAL VACUUMS!This week we discuss Russian Wolves, poorly disguised 30 year olds, and the band 'Sledgehammer', while Lew finally figures out that social media handles and real names aren't the same thing. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is total legend Poppy Hillstead.Poppy can be found on Twitter @poppyhillstead and on Instagram @poppyhillsteadFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 06. Steve Bugeja

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 9, 2021 46:06


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.Jump on THE CULTURAL VACUUMS train, with our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock). This week we discuss Cow's feet, Red Carpet etiquette and unholy sports entertainment weddings, all while Josh figures out how to turn a mic on. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is creator of ITV2' Buffering, Steve Bugeja!Steve can be found on Twitter @SteveBugeja and on Instagram @StevebugejacomedyFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 05. Ian Smith

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2021 48:22


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.(Squeaky chairs and Broken mics)Hop on into THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, with our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock). This week we discuss Daniel Bedingfield, Biblical swimming lessons and nu-Metal, all while Lew in on the best painkillers known to man. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is everyones favourite Ham, Ian Smith.Ian can be found on Twitter @Iansmithcomedy and on Instagram @iansmithcomedyFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 04. Jeff Innocent

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2021 50:48


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week in the void that is THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock) discuss window dressing in mens department stores, how to win back and woman, and Lew's new shoes. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is East London gentleman and all round good guy, Jeff Innocent.Jeff can be found on Twitter @InnocentJeff and on Instagram @jeffinnocentofficialFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 03. Richard Todd

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2021 48:41


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week in the void that is THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock) discuss 80s cartoons, the unwavering knowledge and confidence of Paul Merson, and Russian comedy literature. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is the wonderfully funny, and very arty, Richard Todd.Richard Todd can be found on Twitter @richardtoddtodd and on Instagram @richardtoddtoddFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 02. Lily Phillips

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2021 46:37


    At the Cultural Vacuums, comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week in the void that is THE CULTURAL VACUUMS, our hosts (Lew Fitz and Josh Trebilcock) discuss Seinfeld, only knowing one National Anthem and Police Academy. Joining them on their cultural journey into the unknown is the wickedly talented Lily Phillips!Lily Phillips can be found on Twitter @lily_comedy and on Instagram @lilyphillipscomedyFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Ep 01. Helen Bauer

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 44:07


    It's showtime bay-bay!After a lengthy pilot run of around 16 episodes (it's how they do it in TV) we're here, live and in your ears! Comedians Lew and Josh are ready to help fill your brain and soul with a steady stream of culture courtesy of a weekly - and hopefully far more cultured - guest.This week the Vacuum welcomes the incredible comedian HELEN BAUER! Strap yourselves in for Dance Moms, The Simpsons, Josh discovering that just because you speak German doesn't mean you were born there, and more!Helen Bauer can be found on Twitter @HelenBaBauer and on Instagram @helenbabauerFollow The Cultural Vacuums on twitter @CulturalVacuums and on Instagram @theculturalvacuumsHosted By Lew Fitz and Josh TrebilcockArtwork by Stephen Trumble @StephenTrumble

    Series 1... Coming Soon

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2021 1:44


    WE'RE BACK BAYBAY... well, almost back. Josh and Lew have been hard at work in the R&D layer of the Vacuum coming up with new ways to give the people what they want: arts chat with super funny comedians. To do so they've given the place a new coat of paint, worked out a format (finally) and enlisted some big guns to produce their unproducables asses. SO - the wait is nearly over, Series 1 of The Cultural Vacuums is on the horizon and we have some amazing guests lined up BUT, in the meantime, please do go back and listen to the 17 pilot episodes from Series 0 that came before with amazing guests such as Sikisa, Ed Night, Alexandra Haddow, Heidi Regan, Elena Saurel, Sunil Patel and Neil O'Rourke.We're so excited to get going again and can't wait to welcome you back into The Cultural Vacuum!TCVs XoXoxxo

    Neil O'Rourke

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2021 67:59


    The Cultural Vacuum's are back this week and in the words of one Martin Tyler, "IT'S LIVE"... sort of. This week the vacuum was blessed with the dulcet tones and ACTUAL IN PERSON presence of the super funny, friend of the show, Neil O'Rourke! Neil gives Lew and Josh an incredibly insightful history lesson on modern Irish cinema, along the way recommending some hidden gems we'd never heard of and explaining his love for the movie Young Offenders. Also the Vacuums are introduced to Neil's beloved Munster and the important role Rugby has played in his life. We also get an insight into the craft, ladies and gentlemen, and who were the figures that inspired Neil to pursue comedy. Also there's some bird/ bat-watching chat, cats that kill, Japanese zombies and Lew talks about his new whip.ALWAYS. BE. CULTURALING. (new slogan idea)If you like what you're hearing please do like and share and of course write a review if that's your jam (please let it be your jam). If you have anything you would like us to review or indeed just recommend then the email is hello@theculturalvacuums.comWe're also on all the usual social places just search 'Cultural Vacuums' and our lovely mugs will magically appear.Artwork by the wonderful Stephen Trumble.CV's out! Xx

    Sunil Patel

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2021 52:37


    Well looky here you lucky people. We brought one in under an hour!This week the Vacuums welcome the legendary Sunil Patel into their abyss to ponder with them all things culture. Sunil reveals who his comedic inspirations were and shares with Josh and Lew his tip of writing to ferocious European hip-hop and trap music. The gang also discuss the perils, burdens and diet associated with mafioso life, as seen in shows such as Gomorrah and The Sopranos, meanwhile, did you know what Mike Tyson's entrance music used to be and if not DO YOU WANT TO BE F'ing TERRIFIED?? Give us a listen for more than facts than a Xmas cracker set from BooHoo. Check out Sunil's hilarious podcast with Harriet Kemsley - Why is Harriet Crying?https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/why-is-harriet-crying/id1180971779Always. Be. Conversing. Search for us 'Cultural Vaccums' on socials to find us and email us: hello@theculturalvacuums.com to share any of your recommendations as well!Artwork by Stephen Trumble!Love ya!

    Heidi Regan

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2021 76:46


    PEOPLE, the Vacuums were well and truly honored to be graced by the presence of the phenomenally funny Heidi Regan this week. Heidi introduced Josh and Lew to the work of influential Australian comedy legend Shaun Micallef, we also hear them discuss the awkwardly edited conversations of contestants on reality dating shows, how comic books got Heidi through Lockdown, a bit of back and forth about whether cartoons are for children (LEW'S WORDS NOT OURS) and of course what podcast these days doesn't include some Terry Pratchett chat!?Weeeee'd love to hear from you! Drop us an email to share your favourite things recently: hello@theculturalvacuums.comWeeeeeeee'd love to hear from ya! Drop us an email to share your favourite things recently: hello@theculturalvacuums.comAlso follow us on Twitter - @CulturalVacuums https://twitter.com/CulturalVacuumsInstagram - theculturalvacuums https://www.instagram.com/theculturalvacuums/Don't forget you can catch Heidi's hilarious Radio 4 Show 'No Worries' here https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m000xdqzAnd also on the BBC Sounds app!And please for the love of Lew's kitten, leave us a review if you like what you've been hearing!Artwork by THE BEST MAN - Stephen Trumble.Lots of love - TCV's x

    Sikisa

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2021 64:32


    The hilarious Sikisa was Josh and Lew's wonderful guest in the Cultural Vacuum this week and what a treat it was too! The old pals chatted about their love of all things Professional Wrestling as well as some topical Love Island gossiping, a shared appreciation of Katt Williams specials, being horrified at just how violent Mortal Kombat actually is, a pitch idea for the next Fast and Furious film, what the perfect reality dating show would be and the multi-talented Twix introduces Burlesque and Cabaret to the Vacuums.Weeeeeeee'd love to hear from ya! Drop us an email to share your favourite things recently: hello@theculturalvacuums.comAlso follow us on Twitter - @CulturalVacuums https://twitter.com/CulturalVacuumsInstagram - theculturalvacuums https://www.instagram.com/theculturalvacuums/You can catch Sikisa performing her new show 'Bad Guy' at the Camden Fringe on 10th August @ 2NorthdownFor more info on dates and where to see her check out:https://www.sikisacomedy.com/Some of Sikisa's recommendations:The Femmes of Colour Comedy Club - https://twitter.com/focitupcomedyThe Cocoa Butter Club - https://www.instagram.com/thecocoabutterclub/?hl=enSwiss Chocolate Pictures - https://www.swisschocolatepictures.com/And please for the love of Lew's kitten, leave us a review if you like what you've been hearing!Artwork by THE BEST MAN - Stephen Trumble.Lots of love - TCV's x

    Ed Night

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2021 67:48


    This week the Vacuums were privileged to welcome comedian, writer, podcaster, twitch-streamer, voice-over artist and massive Doctor Who fan, Ed Night! Ed introduces Josh and Lew to some of the things that've been keeping him entertained recently; talks how he finds new music; explains how streaming on Twitch kept him busy over lockdown; as well as a bit of shop chat about the future of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Ed's beloved Crystal Palace under the fresh guidance of Vieria (whoah)... and how to rear a cat/ kitten. Oh and this episode was recorded before the Euro 2020 final so expect to hear a hefty amount of optimism, *kisses picture of Marcus Rashford*.Weeeeeeee'd love to hear from ya! Drop us an email to share your favourite things recently: hello@theculturalvacuums.comAlso follow us on Twitter - @CulturalVacuums https://twitter.com/CulturalVacuumsInstagram - theculturalvacuums https://www.instagram.com/theculturalvacuums/Don't forget to check out Ed's podcast here:BRITPOPULISM (Ed's podcast): https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/britpopulism/id1507594843And here are some of Ed's recommendationsArcitexture - Never Again (listen here): https://open.spotify.com/artist/689nSQGtKXzNThD2zE7QnqSpy x Family (funny manga): https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B088W7RWXS/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1Bad Influencer: The Great Insta Con (Belle Gibson naughty): https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/p09ln51v/bad-influencer-the-great-insta-conAlso:Maybe You Should Talk To Someone (Lori Gottlieb)https://www.amazon.co.uk/Maybe-You-Should-Talk-Someone-ebook/dp/B07KM93FN7/ref=tmmOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood (the book!)https://www.amazon.co.uk/Once-Upon-Time-Hollywood-Tarantino-ebook/dp/B08V4PCQLJ/ref=srAnd please for the love of Lew's kitten, leave us a review if you like what you've been hearing!Artwork by the only man cuter than Bukayo Saka, Stephen Trumble.Lots of love - TCV's x

    Elena Saurel

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2021 70:36


    Well hot dang if this ain't another doozy from The Cultural Vacuums. This week Lew and Josh were very excited to welcome the multi-talented actor, comedian and filmmaker Elena Saurel to the Vacuum! The gang bring forth conversation from all across the cultural universe, we're talking binging reality tv shows, National Geographic gorilla documentaries from childhood, Reno 911, jewellery, Lew's Spotlight profile for crying out loud and of course Elena's upcoming documentary about her father ' ANOTHER TIME with Paul' (see link to trailer below).The format may have changed but the email's still the same. Drop us a line with any recommendations you may have - hello@theculuturalvacuums.comTwitter - @CulturalVacuums https://twitter.com/CulturalVacuumsInstagram - theculturalvacuums https://www.instagram.com/theculturalvacuums/ANOTHER TIME, With Paul (official trailer) - https://vimeo.com/520679891Duffy's Jewellery - https://www.instagram.com/duffyjewellery/?hl=enArtwork by the delectable Stephen Trumble. Please rate us or review us wherever you get your podcast! - TVC's x

    Alexandra Haddow

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2021 68:08


    The Vacuums are back once again and this time they're not talking anywhere near as much as usual (piped in crowd cheering noise becomes deafening). That's because this week they are accompanied by none other than real-life legend and (as of this recording) self-isolating comedian, Alexandra Haddow! (piped in crowd cheering noise continues to be deafening)As well as having a fun old natter, Alex shares with Lew and Josh some amazing recommendations of her favourite things to read, listen to and watch in the hope that this will now broaden their cultural horizons forevermore...The format may have changed but the email's still the same. Drop us a line with any recommendations you may have - hello@theculuturalvacuums.comTwitter - @CulturalVacuums https://twitter.com/CulturalVacuumsInstagram - theculturalvacuums https://www.instagram.com/theculturalvacuums/Artwork by the delectable Stephen Trumble. Please rate us or review us wherever you get your podcast! - TVC's x

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