Philip the Fair’s vindictive nature ignites when a drunken bishop mouths off about him, calling him “a useless owl”. Possibly not the most devastating burn, but Philip isn’t one to suffer insults, however slight. This sets him on the path to collide with another of Europe’s massive egos, The Pope. Things escalate into a truly deranged smear campaign and culm ... Show More
Jun 2024
The Iron King | 4. The Battle of the Golden Spurs
Philip the Fair is determined to take control of the kingdom of Flanders, in his dream of a united France. But when he attacks, the people of Flanders throw up an astonishing resistance, defeating the French army and slaying some of its finest knights. The Iron King vows revenge, ... Show More
25m 30s
May 2025
John Bishop - ‘I’ve always wanted someone to say: you’re good enough’
John Bishop has been a hugely successful stand-up comedian for 25 years. Yet that wasn’t his first dream, which was to play football. We discuss his failure to do so professionally, his challenges at school, the working-class upbringing that shaped him and how comedy saved his ma ... Show More
54m 44s
Jun 2025
Vicky Pattison - ‘You don't become old and wise if you haven't been young and daft’
Vicky Pattison was 22 when her life changed and she was cast in reality TV show Geordie Shore. She was on the show for nine seasons between 2011 and 2014, during which time the cameras followed her falling in love, becoming engaged, then breaking up.
Now 37, Pattison has rarely ... Show More
55m 32s
Sep 2023
23. Fat Shaming, Fear of Uncertainty and Favourite Songs
Floss is discussing whether you can be friends with an ex, speaking out to disrespectful men, staying motivated and how to avoid procrastination. Join Floss as she dishes out her unprofessional advice! Previously released for Extra Floss subscribers now here for you to enjoy as t ... Show More
24m 11s
Oct 2025
608. Nelson: Slaughter in Naples (Part 1)
What happened when the heroic Horatio Nelson, victor of the Battle of the Nile, sailed into the seething city of Naples? Why would his meeting with the glamorous celebrity, Lady Emma Hamilton, shape the rest of his life? And, why would his decision to lend his support to the fool ... Show More
1h 22m
Aug 2023
Power, Play, Sex And Food: An Alternative History of Rome
The annals of ancient Rome’s first emperors have been recounted countless times. However, in his new book, Palatine: An Alternative History of the Caesars, former editor of The Times Peter Stothard presents a fresh perspective. Stothard shifts the focus to the individuals who orb ... Show More
40m 42s