Louis meets star of Goodness Gracious Me and Unforgotten, Sanjeev Bhaskar. They discuss the late Queen’s favourite comedy programme - The Kumars At No. 42, 'browning up’ in 1970s comedy, and outrageous rider demands. Plus, Louis plays ‘Culture Wars Bingo’.
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Jun 22
S8 EP3: Andrew Callaghan on the ‘cancelverse’, lizard people, and whether he’s being sued by Melania Trump
In this episode, Louis speaks with gonzo journalist and fellow gangly documentarian Andrew Callaghan. The pair discuss Andrew’s life after cancellation, whether lizard people run the world, and his legal issues with Melania Trump. Warnings: Strong language and adult themes. Links ... Show More
1h 26m
Jun 15
S8 EP2: Marco Pierre White discusses his rift with Gordon Ramsay, retiring from cooking, and having lunch with Margaret Thatcher
Louis is joined in the Spotify studio by celebrity chef and enfant terrible of the culinary world, Marco Pierre White. Marco tells Louis about his complicated history with Gordon Ramsay, the moment he walked away from his three Michelin stars, and dining out with Margaret and Den ... Show More
1h 3m
Jun 8
S8 EP1: Gary Lineker on England’s losing streak, leaving the BBC, and his frosty relationship with Cristiano Ronaldo
For the first episode in the series, QPR fan Louis Theroux speaks with former England captain, broadcaster and fellow podcasting titan, Gary Lineker. Speaking ahead of the World Cup in North America, the pair discuss why England always lose, Gary’s split with the BBC, and why Cri ... Show More
1h 19m
May 2025
Dara Ó Briain, chicken karahi, profiteroles and a primitivo
Angela and Nick pull out all the stops for a quick-witted comedian.
Dara Ó Briain is an Irish comedian known for his incredible stand-up shows and TV-presenting prowess, including hosting BBC Two’s panel show Mock the Week, which ran for 17 years.
Held in sky-high esteem by t ... Show More
31m 45s
Apr 2018
Bridgetown Comedy Festival: Guy Branum, Karen Kilgariff, and Kyle Kinane
Maybe you couldn't make it to Portland for the 2017 Bridgetown Comedy Festival, but now, with the help of modern technology, you can have a virtual simulation of being in the audience for a live episode of Hold On with Eugene Mirman from that very festival. Marvel at Guy Branum's ... Show More
1h 5m
Nov 2019
Nore Davis, Jenny Zigrino, Greer Barnes, Rory Scovel
Half hour themed episode with comedian Nore Davis! He talks all things stand-up, shares details on what it took to prepare for the half hour taping, and also reveals the one credit he has that no other comic does. Listen to more from each comedian below: Nore Davis - Thank You, G ... Show More
36m 50s
Oct 2020
Death Becomes Her with Katey Rich
Now armed with an arsenal of wild special effects, Zemeckis takes it up a notch with 1992's Death Becomes Her – the first to include computer-generated skin on film. Katey Rich returns as we reminisce Bruce Willis putting effort in, irritating European monologues, the thrilling b ... Show More
2h 25m