Podcasts about Blighty

I dont know why Joey thought this was a good idea, but it just kind of worked.

In this episode of 'Two Blokes from Blighty', Tim and Joey share personal updates, including amusing anecdotes about their week and customer service experiences. They delve into bizarre inventions from the past, discussing their practicality and absurdity, while also reflecting on modern inventions and their impact on daily life. The conversation is filled with humour, personal stories, and a light-hearted exploration of technology and creativity.

News of Silent Keys:- Greg Ackman VK4BBX and Ray Hinks VK4LU Sad news to report that TARC Life Member Ray Hinks VK4LU has gone Silent Key. Ray was a former member of the Queensland Police Service, a foundation member of the Townsville Civil Defence Volunteers, and a volunteer with the Townsville Division of the Queensland State Emergency Service. Ray came to Australia with his family from the UK when only a nipper but could remember the bleak weather in Blighty. He much enjoyed the tropical weather of Townsville, constantly scoffed the weather boffins' forecast for rain and rugged up well when the temperature in North Queensland dipped below 15C. Ray did great things for theTARCinc, serving as Treasurer and also setting up through the local federal members of Parliament permission to print the magazine of renown, Back-scatter, an arrangement that continues to this day. While in good health, Ray was also active on HF and out in the field, helping with many comms support events. He enjoyed holidays away fruit picking and occasionally touring the Cape in his old but reliable Hi-Lux van (he went places with the 2-wheel drive vehicle many 4WD drivers would avoid) and always said that he would be lucky to see 70years old. Well, he made it to 92. During the last year, Rays's health started to decline even more, and a diagnosis of Stage 4 Cancer sealed the deal. He enrolled in the Volunteer Assisted Dying scheme, set his affairs in order and went Silent Key in Townsville University Hospital on Friday, 23rd January at 0400UTC. Before passing between 0335 and 0338UTC Ray's daughter Yvette, went on-air as Ray's Second Operator through the Townsville VHF Repeater and asked for any stations to send Ray any last messages. TARC Club Station VK4WIT responded, wishing Ray good DX and best journeys on his DXpedition in the next world. Ray's funeral was a private service attended by family members. Vale Ray Hinks VK4LU - Silent Key. VK4BBX Two men died in a light plane crash north of the Gold Coast shortly after taking off from a private airstrip at about 6 am on Tuesday en route to a small town near Tamworth in NSW. Police have confirmed the 73-year-old pilot from Beenleigh and his male passenger, believed to be from Sydney, died at the scene. They were the only occupants of the plane which came down just after take-off in bushland in Jacobs Well, near the Heck Field Airstrip, shortly before 6 am on Tuesday. The Pilot? VK4BBX Greg Ackman Greg was the founder of Mobile One antennas. He built the business from a garage-based operation during the 1970s. He became a ham in late 2021. VK4BBX was a familiar face in the Australian amateur radio community, often showcasing Mobile One products at field days and events. Vale VK4BBX. This is Laurie VK4BLE from the Redcliffe and Districts Radio Club. The Redcliffe and Districts Radio Club presents Redfest 2026 – Saturday, the 11th of April at Deception Bay North State School. This year's highlight: major prize draw for the brand-new Icom IC-7300 Mark II transceiver! Enjoy hands-on workshops with excellent technical speakers, including the FreeDV team from Victoria, demonstrating open-source digital voice over HF. Plenty of resellers offering new and pre-loved gear, plus breakfast, morning tea, and fresh barista coffee on site. Join us for trading, learning, prizes, and great company on Saturday, 11 April 2026. We can't wait to see you at Redfest!" For the Darling Downs Radio Club, I'm Secretary John VK4JPM, and here's our QNEWS for the week starting Sunday, 1st of February. Let's start by welcoming four new members who joined over the last little while: a big hi to Eddi, Mark, Bruce and Alan - you know who you are. They've taken the discount, where membership of the club right now is half price, $20... all this stuff for the price of four coffees!

No seriously, is he? Join Joey and Tim as they test limits of British Education!

In this episode, the hosts Tim and Joey explore a variety of topics ranging from their personal experiences with gaming, reflections on YouTube personalities, and humorous takes on sports and animal movies. They discuss their early gaming memories, favorite games, and the impact of nostalgia on their current gaming preferences. The conversation also touches on the World Cup, political commentary, and the desire for reboots of classic games. Engaging with their audience, they encourage listeners to share their own gaming stories and experiences.

Today we're talking to curator Louise Macfarlane at Royal Museums Greenwich!Uncover Cutty Sark's secrets: Did she always carry tea? Was there ever a murder aboard the ship? How did the museum deal with the devastating fire in 2007?Tune in and climb aboard! Read Cutty Sark:https://shop.rmg.co.uk/products/the-cutty-sark-pocket-manualCutty Sark Mementoes:https://shop.rmg.co.uk/search?page=1&q=cutty+sarkFind Royal Museums Greenwich:https://www.rmg.co.uk/https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/cutty-sarkhttps://www.rmg.co.uk/cutty-sark/top-things-to-doVisit Greenwich (...best place to be):https://www.visitgreenwich.org.uk/whats-on/Find Baroque:https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/https://www.reignoflondon.com/https://www.instagram.com/ifitaintbaroquepodcast/Support Baroque:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ifitaintbaroquepodcast/https://buymeacoffee.com/ifitaintbaroqueIf you would like to join Natalie on her walking tours in London with Reign of London:Saxons to Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-the-royal-british-kings-and-queens-walking-tour-t426011/Tudors & Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-tudors-stuarts-walking-tour-t481355/The Georgians:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-the-georgians-walking-tour-t481358/Naughty London:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452/For more history fodder please visit https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/ and https://www.reignoflondon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As Hammer Films announce the stunning home media debut of "Spaceways" here's Smokey looking back through the history of space flight - not the whole thing - just what dear old Blighty got up to instead...“The House Of Hammer Theme” written and produced by Cev MooreArtwork by Richard Wells All the links you think you'll need & more! https://linktr.ee/househammerpod

Josh & Alex kick off Nostalgiathon 2026 by celebrating 40 years of the comedy classic; Three Amigos! How do they celebrate, you ask? By talking over the movie so you can watch along with them whenever you like, of course! It's Talking Commentaries! Please remember to check out the 2 Blokes from Blighty podcast, join our Discord

Over the holidays, we were in Canada's Royal City - Victoria, BC - and Erik suggested we take on The Kinks song of the same name. She reigned for 63 years so her impact was large, on both Ray Davies and the city of the newly wed & nearly dead! Mexico's Los Rockin Devils covered the song the same year and we don't speak Spanish, but we think they changed the lyrics to make it a love song. If it has a [Tex-]Mex-style organ, we don't care! In the US, Little Roger & The Goosebumps made a bubblegum/powerpop version which leaves us kinda konfused? Back in Ol' Blighty, The Fall authored a rendition that seems to amplify the satirical elements of the original, but that's mostly seen in the video and not heard. Finally, Victoria's own The Hanson Brothers did the song and it travesties the Canadian city - if you've ever been to the Empress, your monocle might pop out when you hear these locals have to say! Lucky us!!!

This week, the final episode of the year, Tim and Joey place bets on things happening in 2026! Play along at home!

In this episode, Joey and Tim share humorous anecdotes about their Christmas Eve experiences, car troubles, parenting challenges, and chaotic shopping adventures. They also reflect on their Spotify Wrapped results, revealing insights into their music preferences and podcast habits. The conversation is filled with light-hearted banter, personal stories, and relatable moments that capture the essence of the holiday season and everyday life.

Love, Hypocrisy and a Rob Reiner Tribute It's the Friday episode and Marina Purkiss and Jemma Forte are running on festive fumes so prepare for rage, tears, laughs and a post Rob Reiner tribute snotty nose. It's a rollercoaster of an episode.The Trawl ladies start with the small lies we tell children (Father Christmas logistics remain shaky) before moving swiftly to Trump's grotesque response to tragedy which has sparked a proper reckoning and proves that the the late, great Rob Reiner was right about him all along.Jemma and Marina pay proper tribute to the wonderful movies he made and discuss why decency, humour and romance feel increasingly radical amidst the backdrop of modern politics.Then it's onto Trump's apparent desire to lead Europe (spoiler: Europe says absolutely not), before Jemma and Marina head back to Blighty where Reform UK continue their unstoppable streak of rank associations, racist dog whistles and jaw-dropping hypocrisy — from Bonnie Blue to Nigel Farage framing multilingual children as a “cultural threat”.They finish with a few glimmers of hope, and the usual much-needed palette cleansers, dad jokes and utter nonsense.Side effects may include sighing, eye-rolling, despair and the sudden urge to rewatch The Princess Bride and believe in true love all over again.Thank you for sharing and please do follow us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whats that? On the Horizon?! Why, it's 2 Blokes, from Blighty! And they're bringing a gift! A look at a terrible human being's life!

We are back!Join Veronique Landew and Bill Hooper on the latest episode of the French Rugby Connection Podcast! This week, they dive into a detailed review of the recent Champions Cup matches, highlighting both triumphs and setbacks for French teams. They preview the upcoming games and discuss the challenges facing French clubs in the restructured championship. Also, catch up on the latest Top 14 rankings and what's happening in the Pro D2. Plus, updates on notable player movements and coaching changes. Get ready for an action-packed rugby weekend!00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:32 Veronique's anecdote - The traitors and rugby connections01:43 Champions Cup Review and Highlights04:28 French Teams' Performances and Key Players07:13 Challenges and Strategies in the Champions Cup13:06 Upcoming Matches and Predictions14:56 Top 14 Rankings and Boxing Day Fixtures02:05 Latest Rugby News and Updates20:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this lively conversation, the hosts, Joey and Tim, share humorous anecdotes about their travels, food adventures, and quirky encounters, including a memorable night out involving Gromit. They delve into nostalgic memories of DJing and discuss the ups and downs of work outings. The conversation takes a whimsical turn as they play a game inspired by the Monkey's Paw, exploring wishes and their ironic consequences, all while maintaining a light-hearted and comedic tone. The episode wraps up with reflections on their choices and a playful farewell to their listeners.

In this episode we travel to the Somme, Ypres and a forgotten battlefield to follow in the footsteps of a British soldier who enlisted under the “Derby Scheme” in December 1915. We discover how he arrived on the Somme battlefield during the final stages of this iconic battle, and was then awarded the Military Medal following an unknown attack in March 1917. We then follow his journey to the Passchendaele battlefield and onto the 1918 German Spring Offensive, where a “Blighty” wound ended his war. But what was the tragedy that Fred and his wife suffered during the 2nd World War?

Join Joey and Tim as they discuss what they would bring on a desert island!

 this episode, hosts Joey and Tim engage in a humorous and light-hearted conversation covering various topics, including their health updates, Tim's recent purchase of a sword for his upcoming wedding, and the theme of his wedding. They also discuss gaming, particularly the game Clara Obscura. The episode wraps up with a discussion about stag dos and wedding preparations, filled with laughter and banter. In this conversation, the hosts discuss the ideal stag do, exploring various aspects such as planning, locations, activities, guest lists, and drinks. They share personal anecdotes and preferences, highlighting the importance of a fun and memorable experience while also incorporating humor and banter throughout the discussion.

This week on 2 Blokes, Tim and Joey design a couple of apps!

Today we're talking to Hannah at Royal Museums Greenwich!Let's find out why a trip to the National Maritime Museum is crucial when visiting London. Find Royal Museums Greenwich:https://www.rmg.co.uk/Find Pirates Exhibition:https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/piratesVisit Greenwich (...best place to be):https://www.visitgreenwich.org.uk/whats-on/pirates-exhibition-p2274551Find Baroque:https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/https://www.reignoflondon.com/https://www.instagram.com/ifitaintbaroquepodcast/Support Baroque:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ifitaintbaroquepodcast/https://buymeacoffee.com/ifitaintbaroqueJoin Natalie for a tour of Naughty London where we walk by an actual pirate ship:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452If you would like to join Natalie on her walking tours in London with Reign of London:Saxons to Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-the-royal-british-kings-and-queens-walking-tour-t426011/Tudors & Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-tudors-stuarts-walking-tour-t481355/The Georgians:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-the-georgians-walking-tour-t481358/Naughty London:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452/For more history fodder please visit https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/ and https://www.reignoflondon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of 'Two Blows from Blighy', hosts Joey and Tim discuss their personal updates, including busy work schedules and health issues. They delve into recent positive political developments in the US, touching on gerrymandering and election outcomes. The conversation shifts to media reviews, particularly a critique of the show 'Son of a Donkey' and a discussion about the film 'The Long Walk', which explores dystopian themes and human relationships. The episode concludes with a humorous segment titled 'Am I the Karen?', where they analyze social dilemmas and personal anecdotes. In this episode, the hosts delve into various scenarios that challenge the boundaries of customer service and personal expectations. They discuss a hospital visit that turned frustrating due to long wait times, a cake order gone wrong, the complexities of emotional attachments to AI companions, and the ethics of writing reviews for services received. Each scenario raises questions about entitlement, patience, and the nature of customer service interactions, leading to a broader discussion on what it means to be a 'Karen' in today's society.

Today we're talking to Gareth Russell, a historian and author, whose book on the history of Hampton Court Palace we'll be discussing today.It was published with William Collins in the UK and Atria Books in the USA.Welcome back, Gareth!Get Palace:https://www.williamcollinsbooks.co.uk/products/the-palace-from-the-tudors-to-the-windsors-500-years-of-history-at-hampton-court-gareth-russell-9780008437015/ (UK)https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Palace/Gareth-Russell/9781982169077 (USA)https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780008436995/the-palace-from-the-tudors-to-the-windsors-500-years-of-history-at-hampton-court/ (AUS)Get Queen James:https://harpercollins.co.uk/products/queen-james-the-life-and-loves-of-britains-first-king-gareth-russell (UK)https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Six-Loves-of-James-I/Gareth-Russell/9781668049686 (USA)https://www.harpercollins.com.au/9780008660871/queen-james-the-life-and-loves-of-britains-first-king/ (AUS)Find Gareth:https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/single-malt-history-with-gareth-russell/id1565005422https://www.instagram.com/_garethrussell/https://www.garethrussell.co.uk/Find Baroque:https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/https://www.reignoflondon.com/https://substack.com/@ifitaintbaroquepodcastSupport Baroque:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ifitaintbaroquepodcast/https://buymeacoffee.com/ifitaintbaroqueIf you would like to join Natalie on her walking tours in London with Reign of London:Saxons to Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-the-royal-british-kings-and-queens-walking-tour-t426011/Tudors & Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-tudors-stuarts-walking-tour-t481355/The Georgians:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-the-georgians-walking-tour-t481358/Naughty London:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452/For more history fodder please visit https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/ and https://www.reignoflondon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After 16 years away, husband and wife Liz and Brian have returned to old Blighty, England, for a three-month stay. Today, the couple reveal a few home truths, including misconceptions about England, how Britain compares to New Zealand, an in-your-face struggle they encountered at a café, and what they think will happen if their young adult children decide not to come home to New Zealand.  We know you'll love this episode.  At the end of this week's podcast, Liz also shares another reading from her soon-to-be-released book on grief, loss and healing. If you are struggling with any kind of loss, this book will help you. I will let you know as soon as it is available. Until then, know that our hearts beat with yours, and remember. There is so much you know. Kia Kaha, Liz and Brian x PS: If you haven't yet joined my inner circle of friends, my life-letter readers, thousands of trusted confidants, please do. You will be the first person I share everything with. Including details of my upcoming book. You can sign up for my FREE Front Row Newsletter HERE. ❤️Join my inner circle. Liz's free newsletter is here: https://itsadrama.com/frontrow/ ❤️ Like what you heard? Please rate and review the It's a Drama Podcast here, or if you are on Spotify, please review us over there. Your short review helps us massively and encourages us to continue!

Join Tim and Joey this week as they talk work stories from jobs past, on an all new 2 Blokes From Blighty!

In this episode, the hosts engage in light-hearted banter, reflect on their recent mini podmasathon, and share gaming highlights, including a review of the Switch 2 and Pokémon. They discuss Halloween plans, shiny hunting in Pokémon, and explore AI with ChatGPT. The conversation shifts to nostalgic memories of Habbo Hotel and humorous stories from their time working at Toby Carvery. The episode culminates in a creative segment where they design their own wrestling promos, showcasing their imaginative match ideas and celebrity feuds.

This week on The Trawl, Jemma and Marina wade through a global cesspit of power, propaganda and, quite literally, poo.From Donald Trump's unhinged AI fantasy, featuring himself as a crowned Top Gun pilot dropping actual sewage on protesters, to the real-life horror of leaked GOP group chats filled with racist bile, America is plumbing new depths. Meanwhile, back in Blighty, Tesco's being called out, M&S thinks it's Harrods, and the Palace is in a PR panic as Prince Andrew's name re-enters the headlines ahead of Virginia Giuffre's posthumous memoir.Thank goodness for characters like Zohran Mandami who aren't afraid to hold powerful men to account for their sleazy misdemeanours and indeed crimes. There's hypocrisy, hubris, and high-octane nonsense on both sides of the pond — plus your usual Underrated Clips and Tweets of the week. Grab your waders, Trawlers. It's a murky one.Thank you for sharing and do tweet us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmaforte @TheTrawlPodcast Patreonhttps://patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheTrawl Twitterhttps://twitter.com/TheTrawlPodcastIf you've even mildly enjoyed The Trawl, you'll love the unfiltered, no-holds-barred extras from Jemma & Marina over on Patreon, including:• Exclusive episodes of The Trawl Goss – where Jemma and Marina spill backstage gossip, dive into their personal lives, and often forget the mic is on• Early access to The Trawl Meets…• Glorious ad-free episodesPlus, there's a bell-free community of over 3,300 legends sparking brilliant chat.And it's your way to support the pod which the ladies pour their hearts, souls (and occasional anxiety) into. All for your listening pleasure and reassurance that through this geopolitical s**tstorm… you're not alone.Come join the fun:https://www.patreon.com/TheTrawlPodcast?utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joey and Tim this week compare life hacks they found, how many did you know? How many of them are actually useful?

Today we're talking to Vittoria, the curator at the Queen's House in Greenwich.Let's find out why this Stuart masterpiece is so special. Find Royal Museums Greenwich:https://www.rmg.co.uk/Find Pirates Exhibition:https://www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/national-maritime-museum/piratesVisit Greenwich (...best place to be):https://www.visitgreenwich.org.uk/whats-on/pirates-exhibition-p2274551Find Baroque:https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/https://www.reignoflondon.com/https://www.instagram.com/ifitaintbaroquepodcast/Support Baroque:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ifitaintbaroquepodcast/https://buymeacoffee.com/ifitaintbaroqueJoin Natalie for a tour of Naughty London where we walk by an actual pirate ship:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452For more history fodder please visit https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/ and https://www.reignoflondon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Two Blokes and Blighty, hosts Joey and Tim discuss a variety of topics ranging from their drink choices and travel plans to the recent EVO 2026 victory and the Monaco Grand Prix. They also share their experiences with car shopping and the frustrations surrounding a canceled car order. The conversation takes a turn towards the gaming world with a discussion on Xbox's price increase, leading to a fun segment where they explore quirky questions from Reddit about what is considered 'weird' behavior.

The Nostalgiathon closes out with Josh and Alex celebrating the 35th anniversary of the first live-action adaptation of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Intro/Josh's big announcement (0:00) 2 Blokes from Blighty promo (3:05) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) conversation (3:57) Social media plugs, goodbyes and a special message (1:04:34) Please remember to check out the 2 Blokes from Blighty podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store! 

This week, Joey and Tim have a swing at writing a teenage drama novel series. It goes about as well as you think.

In this episode of Two Blokes from Blighty, Joey and Tim discuss the exciting changes coming to the podcast, including a shift in format to keep things fresh. Tim shares his upcoming adventure to EVO France, a major fighting game tournament, while Joey recounts his recent car troubles and the search for a new vehicle. The conversation takes a humorous turn as they discuss the frustrations of public transport and share their experiences at festivals, leading to a creative brainstorming session about unique festival ideas. In this lively conversation, Tim and Joey explore the absurdities of a fictional music festival, discussing headliners, food choices, survival strategies, and the logistics of hosting an event at a challenging location. They delve into the humorous and inconvenient aspects of festival planning, including outrageous food options and the potential for audience engagement. The dialogue transitions into Joey's own festival concept, 'Wem Bembo's World,' where they compare the two festival experiences, ultimately leading to a discussion on the financial implications and entertainment value of such events.

Sit down, Old Chap, and celebrate the Great American Cheeseburger!

Today we're talking to Olwen, a curator at Handel & Hendrix House here in London.It's a museum where both George Frederic Handel once lived, the composer behind Zadok the Priest, used in coronations since the 18th century.Almost two centuries later, The same house was inhabited by the famous guitarist Jimi Hendrix. Let's find out more.Find Handel & Hendrix House:https://tickets.handelhendrix.org/https://handelhendrix.org/whats-onhttps://linktr.ee/handelhendrixhttps://www.instagram.com/handelandhendrix/Find Baroque:https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/https://substack.com/@ifitaintbaroquepodcastSupport Baroque:https://www.patreon.com/c/Ifitaintbaroquepodcast/https://buymeacoffee.com/ifitaintbaroqueIf you would like to join Natalie on her walking tours in London with Reign of London:Saxons to Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-the-royal-british-kings-and-queens-walking-tour-t426011/Tudors & Stuarts:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-tudors-stuarts-walking-tour-t481355/The Georgians:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/royal-london-the-georgians-walking-tour-t481358/Naughty London:https://www.getyourguide.com/london-l57/london-unsavory-history-guided-walking-tour-t428452/For more history fodder please visit https://www.ifitaintbaroquepodcast.art/ and https://www.reignoflondon.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Tim and Joey discuss various topics ranging from car troubles and birthday celebrations to music trivia and unique bars. They engage in a light-hearted pub quiz, explore national days, and share their thoughts on sports like hurling and shuffleboard. The conversation takes a turn towards unusual videos and animal ethics, before wrapping up with a discussion on weird history and political events. This conversation delves into the gas crisis of the 1970s, the rise of small cars, and the infamous Dale car scheme led by Elizabeth Carmichael. It explores the societal impacts of the gas crisis, the innovative yet ultimately fraudulent claims of the Dale, and the subsequent legal fallout. The discussion also touches on a lighter note with the Pie Gate controversy in football and concludes with an intriguing urban legend about Jorogamo, a spider woman from Japanese folklore, alongside a humorous segment featuring jokes.

Being one, I'm very aware of my fellow double d's out there in advertising.Dave Droga - met once, gave him a lift after judging D&AD together.Donny Deutsch - never met, seen him on Morning Joe though.David Denton - did a few ads with him at BMP, did Cointreau 'Ice melts', amongst many others.Don Draper – never met, seems cool.And Derek Day - less known than the first three, but well worth checking out.I'd hear his quotes on a regular basis back in the early nineties.My then writer, Mike McKenna, had worked for Derek twice, first at Ted Bates, then Butterfield Day Devito Hockney, and would regale me with 'war' stories.I was new to the business, so ate them up, desperate for clues on how it worked.Mike's most repeated was a version of this - "I showed him our campaign for (insert various campaign names here)...Derek pulled a face, like a bulldog chewing a wasp, pull a face, then said (insert various clever critiques here)... and the scales fell from my eyes”.In a sea of dumb, crass ads, Derek's work always seemed clever and considered.Often not criteria that wins big awards.They tend to go to flashy and different.If I had a brief and wanted to win an award, quite a few writers spring to mind, if it needed help to my family business grow, Derek's would spring to mind.Looking at his career, there's a whiff of Zelig* about it. (*You'll have to google it, soz.)Hired by Alan Parker to work at the best shop of the sixties - Collett Dickenson Pearce.Hired by John Webster to join arguably the best shop of the seventies - Boase Massimi Pollitt.(In part 2, we find he was also hired by David Abbott to join arguably the best shop of the eighties - Abbott Mead Vickers.)Then onto Doyle Dane Bernbach.Smith/Greenland in America, under futurist Faith Popcorn.Back to Blighty to become Creative Director at 25.Setting up a Cramer Saatchi-like creative consultancy for seven years, earning a ‘Seymour' when Geoffrey was still in short pants. (Again, I refer you to google.)Then taking a 75% pay cut to join new agency Wight Collins Rutherford Scott in an attempt to win creative awards.And that's just part one.We had a great chat, hope you enjoy it.

Join Tim and Joey on this weeks 2 Blokes, where they discover... um... Scrotal enhancements. Proud member of the podpack collective.

In this episode we look at the tragic stories of veterans and their families whose love and relationships were torn apart by the soldiers' experiences in the Great War. We discover the story of the French girl who took her own life after being jilted by a young British Officer. And, back home in Blighty, why did RAMC man Frank Copperwaite murder his wife and then attempt to take his own life? And how did he avoid being executed? We also discover how a British Airman was so traumatised he tried to shoot his sweetheart, and never recovered from his heartbreak.

And the window slammed shut, Your host Andy, Dun and returning birthday boy Ant discuss Saturday's home game vs Charlton, and the comings and goings and the didn't arrives.- QPR get off the mark, but somewhat unconvincingly despite the 3-1 scoreline- Smyth nets early- Kone is a big boy striker and gets what he deserves- Koki makes us so so happy- N'Davies' impressive debut- Burrell's a sub with a quick impact- Did the always pleasant Nathan Jones have a point? - A late move for Seny leaves many questions about the keeper situation.- Ronnie would have been the cherry on top of the cake, but Edwards doesn't 'ed northwards- QPR's decent summer of business, do we still have holes to fill?- QPR sign Isak! Seriously...- More Morrison as Liam signs extension- Development squad to develop in the National League? - The New York Mayoral Dogs and Cats home- Oasis takeover of New York, New Jersey or wherever the f*ck they are...- Jets & Steelers QB swap meet in week 1- Blighty bulletin returns!- Ant's (international) Kit Korner- Predictions for fairytale documentary's Wrexham FC - Jacobs Stanzas go French- Lovely stuff - Birthday celebrations and on tour with OasisPlease rate, review, comment etc etcBack at the Factory on the 13th September for Wrexham, 10am and see you after the International break!

This week, husband and wife, Brian and Liz, share their recent married life podcast shenanigans. Recently returned from their two-month summer in Greece, they have been in their beloved birthplace, Blighty, for 48 hours and have somehow managed to get ripped off. Twice. Not that Liz is bitter. No. As she reminds Brian many times, marriage isn't just about love and laughter and making podcasts about pigeons. It's about carrying the weight together. Honest... Thank you, as always, for being here with us. You are what makes this podcast so special. Yours, ripped off but still together and laughing, Liz and Brian. Husband and wife. x PS: If you haven't yet joined my inner circle of friends, my life-letter readers, please do. You will be the first person I share everything with. I'd love to have you. Go here to join us.   ❤️Join my inner circle. Liz's free newsletter is here: https://itsadrama.com/frontrow/ ❤️ Like what you heard? Please rate and review the It's a Drama Podcast here, or if you are on Spotify, please review us over there. Your short review helps us massively and encourages us to continue!

In this episode, Tim and Joey engage in light-hearted banter, tackle a fun pub quiz, and explore unique national days. They delve into the bizarre history of Phineas Gage, a railroad foreman who survived a horrific accident, and share urban legends and jokes. The conversation wraps up with a critical discussion on the Online Safety Act and its implications.

In this episode of Two Blokes from Blighty, hosts Tim and Joey explore a variety of humorous topics, including music, personal updates, and a pub quiz challenge. They celebrate national days, particularly Bacon Lovers Day, and share a detailed recount of a monster truck championship experience. The conversation shifts to a weird history story about Reg Spears, a man who smuggled himself in a crate, leading to a series of wild adventures and legal troubles. The episode concludes with shoutouts to other podcasts and community members, showcasing the lighthearted and engaging nature of the show.Proud member of the podpack collective!

In this episode, Tim and Joey engage in a lively conversation that covers a range of topics from light-hearted banter and a pub quiz challenge to deeper discussions about sports, family dynamics, and historical anecdotes. They explore the differences between rugby union and rugby league, share personal stories about home renovations, and delve into the excitement of attending a monster truck event. The conversation takes a historical turn as they discuss the royal tour of Australia and the impact of the Finians, an Irish rebellion group, on the country. The conversation delves into the tumultuous events surrounding Prince Alfred's visit to Australia, highlighting the aftermath of riots, his low-profile lifestyle, charity events that turned chaotic, and the assassination attempt that led to significant public outcry. The discussion captures the absurdity and tragedy of the events, painting a vivid picture of a royal tour marked by mishaps and societal tensions.

Lawds malarkey guv'nor, Blighty's popped its clogs. Americans have been hoovering up ‘UK doom' content ever since Elon Musk decided to push the grooming gangs scandal on X at the start of the year. On the inside, everyone understands the Notting Hill days are long gone. Only some have clocked that the Children of Men era is upon us.Now, with the banning of a viral ad for a crypto exchange describing the dismal state of the country, we're checking in on the dismal state of the country. Meanwhile, America is pushing India to cut its oil trade with Russia. Obviously, this will never have any bad second order consequences. Finally, having exposed their air defence nakedness in one wild weekend, the Iranians are in the market for a new system. And the news is they're going Ali Express. Can China succeed where their own engineers failed? Watch this underground bunker. You can get special paywalled premium episodes of Multipolarity every month on Patreon: https://patreon.com/multipolarity

Join Tim and Joey this week as they discuss toes, lakes, and what's underground

In this episode of 'Two Blokes from Blighty', hosts Tim and Joey engage in a lively discussion that spans various topics, including a pub quiz on British culture, reflections on the legacy of Ozzy Osbourne, and a deep dive into the historical Dole Air Race. They also share humorous anecdotes and jokes, culminating in a light-hearted quiz segment. The episode showcases the hosts' chemistry and their ability to blend humor with insightful commentary on history and pop culture.

SummaryIn this episode, Joey and Tim discuss a variety of topics including their experiences at a medieval fair, the FIFA Club World Cup, and the story of Mike the Headless Chicken. They also engage in a fun animal quiz and share jokes, creating a light-hearted and entertaining atmosphere throughout the conversation.

The DCU launches its first theatrically released entry. Has James Gunn captured the Superman magic we've been longing for? Or has Gunn missed the mark?  Intro/Josh's grown up purchases (0:00) Josh's war with Comcast update (3:53) 2 Blokes from Blighty promo (5:55) The sass is strong with Matt (star of the show) and Alex (6:51) Non-spoiler Superman thoughts (8:35) Is Superman a Must-See or Pass? (19:19) Spoiler review of Superman (20:58) Socials and goodbyes (1:23:52) Please remember to check out the 2 Blokes from Blighty podcast, join our Discord and check out our merch store! 

Lucky listeners we have quite the treat for you! Before we shipped her off back to Blighty we had a lovely chat with Frazer's mum Laura. Strap in for stories of horses called Shamrock, dating men in bands and telling an old lady she hopes she dies….. UR WELCOME!Leave us some feedback;Insta: @urwelcomeamericaTwitter: @urwelcomeUSAEmail: UrWelcomeAmericaPodcast@gmail.com

Laura Yorke is "fresh" off a flight from Blighty, causing chaos (thanks Expedia) and joining us to discuss MIGHTY HOOPLA. UR WELCOME!Leave us some feedback;Insta: @urwelcomeamericaTwitter: @urwelcomeUSAEmail: UrWelcomeAmericaPodcast@gmail.com