Podcasts by Elis James and John Robins on Radio X Podcast
Elis: Welsh, Swansea City fan. John: Bristolian, Queen fan. Together they bring you regular features like the Shame Well, Humblebrag and Tick Off A Taste. Radio X is available across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on your mobile or via www.radiox.co.uk.
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Introducing: THE WITTERING WHITEHALLS from 2022-06-29T14:31
This is a brand new Global Original podcast we think you’ll love! In each episode Michael & Hilary Whitehall put their combined life experience and precious wisdom to good use, helping you with w...
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Episode 113 – Precious, Metal Fans & Robins Unleashed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The last ever Saturday 10-1 show this week, as the boys are moving to a new time slot (more info in the podcast), but that doesn’t mean an end to any of the badinage. This week we’re treated to Joh...
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BONUS PODCAST #ROBINSUNLEASHED from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sunday, traditionally a day of rest, but not for Robins. Taking to the airwaves solo, John sat in for Ricky Wilson and here are the highlights. Expect some humble brags and textual healing alongsid...
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Episode 112 – Panic Attack At The Disco, PoliChips & Vegetarianism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Some political analysis from Elis & John this week, as well as discussions on Daffy Duck, the Third Reich, panic attacks and vegetarianism. Plus news from the opening of the first Elis and John the...
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Episode 111 – Failed Assassination Attempt, Freshness Is Key & Producer Dave’s Presentation from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In a week in which Elis apparently lived out one of John’s fantasies, the boys also quizzed Producer Dave on his recent appearance at the National Student Radio Conference. There was also a bumper ...
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Episode 110 – SpiderGhost, Welsh National Team Press Conference & The Population of Sevenoaks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The boys have each got a story of an unwelcome visitor this week, plus news from both a sporting event in Cardiff and a bedroom in Lewisham. On top of that, John contemplates joining Watchdog and E...
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Episode 109 – Le Roast Beef, The Correct Way To Be Arrested & Under Pressure from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
News from France this week, plus the return of Tick Off A Taste! And don’t miss John’s lecture on the writing and recording of Under Pressure. Plus Textual Healing, Humble Brag Of The Week, Winner ...
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Episode 108 – Google and YouTube, Bethesda & Sound Effects from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A technological revelation in this week’s podcast astounded Elis & John, and there was a revelation in Textual Healing too as the boys were actually able to solve a listener’s problem. John regaled...
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Episode 107 – Is It A Prize? Bill Walker & Spoken Discourse from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two new initiatives this week – Best Of British, and You Tube – plus news from the tour of A Robins Amongst The Pigeons last weekend. On top of this Elis & John welcomed back Bill to Textual Healin...
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Episode 106 – Solitary John, A Misplaced Croissant & Knee Socks from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John were preparing to take A Robins Amongst The Pigeons on the road this weekend, and you can hear some live preparation in this week’s podcast. Logistics, travel, and whether or not the ...
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Episode 105 – Elis’ Rap, Wilderness Crew & Wallop! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Huge news from Elis this week, accompanied by a sort of rap. Meanwhile John’s bushcraft obsession has really taken off, and the boys also encounter a bizarre round of Tick Off A Taste. Plus Winner ...
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Episode 104 – Memory Boxes, Mezze & Keep It Bush Craft from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis stood John up to empty his memory box including two bagged beards while John got sentimental over old pay slips begging the question; what strange paraphernalia have you kept over the years? E...
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Episode 103 - Tick Off A Taste from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The team try an exotic 'foreign food', Elis's dialect is brought into serious question, and it turns out a certain somebody doesn't take listener criticism very well at all. Elis James and John Rob...
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Episode 102 – Geographically Specific Words, Footy & Bar Mitzvahs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis waxes lyrical about Bar Mitzvahs and his experiences with multiple compliments from 1ers during the week. John badmouths the use of the word ‘footy’ opening a debate concerning words that are ...
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Episode 101 – Funeral Playlists, Pointless Social Media & Stupid Bets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John was hungover this week after compiling his “Funeral Playlist” last night after whiskey, and Elis was reeling after making an unfortunate bet with his neighbour. Luckily, things perked up with ...
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Episode 100 – The Century! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Unbelievable! The ton up! They’ve made it to 100. Bumper packed show this week from Elis & John, with gifts from Barbados, Elis’ answerphone message, and of course some memories of the great David ...
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Episode 99 – John’s Fashion Walk in BBD, The Crimean War & Popping Candy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Travel tips, fashion advice, and humble brag avoidance from John this week as he holidays in Barbados (like a celebrity), whilst Elis and Producer Dave take on the next step in the Hot Sauce challe...
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Episode 98 – Hashtags, Presents & Perhaps The Tensest Winner Plays On yet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Happy New Year! Elis and John are back, and nothing’s changed – expect thoughts on a nuclear apocalypse, an outside opinion on casting for Josh, and the usual overload of Welsh and Queen references...
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Episode 97 – Greatest Hits Vol III from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A special Christmas treat this week as Elis and John look back over their last year and pick out the highlights. Expect vintage Textual Healing, late John, drunk Elis, the strangest prawn-based rif...
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Episode 96 – An Email Ban, Peter Bjorn and Who & Series 2 of Josh from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John took on their first ever radio play this week in a “table read” (technical term) of a potential new episode of sitcom Josh, before John once again tested Elis’ nerve with more hot sau...
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Episode 95 – Elis & John’s Target Audience & The Return Of Hot Sauce from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis showcased just how much he’s changed this week as he took on The End, the hottest chilli sauce Cardiff Christmas Market has to offer. John and Elis also explored their target demographic, aski...
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Episode 94 – Farting & Dostoyevsky from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Slam! Stories of the best insults and put-downs you’ve endured this week, plus Elis makes his best/worst ever joke, and John finds comfort in a quirk of nature. Plus the boys have got Humble Brag O...
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Podcast 93 – Don’t Look At Me, Look At Freddie! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John and Elis both revealed the petty arguments they’ve had with their respective girlfriends this week, and in turn you provided stories of your squabbles (and washing up advice). After Elis rece...
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Episode 92 – Celebrity Opportunities Missed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With perhaps the most professional episode yet, welcome to another Elis James and John Robins podcast. Once again John had a bone to pick with Elis over Winner Plays On, and the boys also took us t...
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BONUS PODCAST – Ricky Wilson Takeover from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Special treat for you devotees as Elis & John broadcasted for the second time this weekend, covering for Radio X’s Ricky Wilson. They took on one of his features – Indie Landfill – as well as intro...
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Episode 91 – Facts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Another working class Londoner impression for you this week (we miss you Little Georgie Ezra), as well as the inevitable response to Josh, the new sitcom starring famous thespian Elis James. John q...
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Episode 90 – Auf Wiedersehen, Pet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Shambolic, in a nice way – Producer Dave’s assessment of this week’s humdinger of a podcast. There’s Ainsley Harriott chat, tales of Producer Dave’s encounter with a bouncer, Elis’ birthday hat-tri...
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Episode 89 - The Major Bones Of Contention from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Greetings on this Hallows Eve. Enjoy this treat, or more likely trick, of a podcast as John regales us with his creepy tale of horror. Delve further into this treasure trove of audio and you'll hea...
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Episode 88 - The Perfect Scam from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After a heavy Thursday night, Elis tries his best to piece back together the ‘lost’ hours of Friday morning, with the help of the listeners. Elsewhere within this audible treat, both John and Elis ...
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Episode 87 – Squirrels With Attitude from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two topics with unexpected reactions this week – first, John’s mention of “escaping the noise of life” lead to plenty of suggestions for where he should relocate to, and John’s heroic treatment of ...
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Episode 86 – Tick Tock Robins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
An eventful show this week from Elis James and…erm…wait a minute…hang on…John Robins. The boys eventually got through Winner Plays On, Email Of The Species and Humble Brag Of The Week, but there wa...
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Episode 85 – Surrealist Comedy & 0.0% Robins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John take on health fads this week, and Producer Dave is back alongside the boys. Elis also gives us his take on both the decline of premiership footballer John Terry and how to write surr...
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Episode 84 – The First Radio X Podcast! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
All change! All change! Welcome to the Elis James and John Robins on Radio X podcast, and you certainly are very welcome. There are laughs, puns, badinage, and discussions about the caffeine levels...
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Episode 83 – Festival Ammendments from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Top announcements on this week’s podcast, but don’t fear, it’s good news. John gave Elis advice on motorway diversions, Elis nearly became too patriotic to broadcast, and the boys took your thought...
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Episode 82 – Bin-Gate: The Second Coming from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John are reunited this week, John returning from Edinburgh and Elis from watching Wales away in Cyprus – expect stories of larging it, and going viral. The boys take on another bin-based d...
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Episode 81 – Apocalypse Companions and Varying Accents from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s John’s final week in Glasgow Business Park for the year, and as ever he’s in an apocalyptic mindset. The boys talk Apocalypse Companions, Elis relives his experience camping at Green Man Festi...
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Episode 80 – The Ethical Code Of A Freemason from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
More tales from John’s gigs in Edinburgh this week, plus Elis’ struggles with social interactions, and tales of Producer Dave hobnobbing with celebrities. And of course, there’s Email Of The Specie...
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New Podcast for you - Early Work with Rhys James! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hello podcast listener. If you're a fan of Elis and John then we think you'll enjoy another podcast, Early Work with Rhys James. Stand-up, panel show regular and the only comedian with a podcast, E...
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Episode 79 - Stereotypes, Racehorses & Avocados from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Once again John was broadcasting from Scotland, this week with stories of Tasting The Vibe, whilst Elis rated ales in London. Winner Plays On, Textual Healing, Email Of The Species, Humble Brag Of ...
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Episode 78 – England Win The Ashes & A Man Celebrates Alone In Glasgow Business Park from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John was in Scotland this week as he embarked on his run at the Edinburgh Festival. Elis meanwhile was in London, doing fitness workouts in his living room and hiding from David Mellor. But don’t ...
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Episode 77 – For The Real Fans & A Cider Prediction from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Excuses you’ve given for skiving off this week, plus Elis & John appear in a newspaper article about comedian couples (not with each other). John’s off to Edinburgh next week, so Elis says his good...
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Episode 76 – Un-Inventions, Pashmina Survivors & Then Liam Neeson For A While from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back legends. Following the successful first night of A Robins Amongst The Pigeons Live the boys have got some stories to tell (NOTE: involves Jaeger Bombs), plus John gives popular website...
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Episode 75 – Silly Fears, The Rum Arena & I Like To Large It Large It from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Elis was scared by a TV witch from the past the boys heard about your silly fears. John revealed a guilty moment of not keeping it session, Elis composed a new song, and all the usual stuff i...
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Episode 74 – I Can’t Believe You Haven’t Done It from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John and Elis coin a new catchprase this week. Sort of. Plus there’s absolutely loads of your stories of being told off by celebrities, alongside the usual Winner Plays On, Email Of The Species, an...
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Episode 73 – The Man From Del Monte’s Relatives, Kanye Told Off & A Confundus Charm from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As you may have expected following Glastonbury, John was all set to tell off Kanye West this week. The boys also compliment Producer Dave’s summer style, and Elis reconsidered his attitude to Harry...
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Episode 72 – Inventing Booty Shaking, Meeting Stephen Street & Impersonating Prince Phillip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week stories of Elis’ drunk Blur experience, with added water, and John’s first TV appearance as a child actor in the 90s. Plus Winner Plays On, Humble Brag Of The Week, Textual Healing and Em...
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BONUS PODCAST - A Robins Amongst The Pigeons Part 2 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Here we are folks! The concluding chapters of A Robins Amongst The Pigeons. John is a profoundly weird guy. You can check out the whole Elis James & John Robins on XFM show every Saturday morning o...
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Episode 71 – Dead Relatives, Hannibal & Weightlifting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis may have been a little late this week but he didn’t sleep through the whole show, and that’s a positive. Alongside your tales of sleeping through things, we heard about John’s similarities wit...
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BONUS PODCAST - A Robins Amongst The Pigeons Part 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lucky you, as promised here is a special treat in the form of The Collated A Robins Amongst The Pigeons. Part 2 is coming soon, for now enjoy your entry into the Darkness of Robins. You can check o...
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Episode 70 – Best Days, Humblebrags & A Cracker Actor from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John and Elis had their best days ever this week, with John drinking ale and watching cricket, and Elis watching Wales beat Belgium 1-0. There’s also news of John at the Southbank Awards, Elis’ fee...
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Episode 69 – Audible Kissing & A Robins Spreads It's Wings from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This episode comes with a warning – Please be advised that this Podcast contains Elis James and John Robins acting out how to kiss on the radio. Unsurprisingly its quite unsettling. Other than that...
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Episode 68 – Dicing With Dave & Alcoholic Sherlock Holmes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We’ve got it all this week – debates on language, daytime radio topics, a Philip Larkin poem, logo chat, and some disturbing news about Screech from Saved By The Bell. Plus A Robins Amongst The Pig...
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Episode 67 – Things That Used To Be Posh, Armpit Hair & Middle Eastern Policy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis showcased his class-transgressing skills by asking you to name things that used to be posh but aren’t anymore. And, in between riffs, John discussed the armpit hair of Team Elis & Jo...
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Episode 66 - Pizza Express Conspiracies, Lost Dog & Royal Blood's Mums from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John believes that Pizza Express Romana Pizzas use the same amount of dough as the classic base pizzas, therefore the extra charge is not justified. So the boys asked for your conspiracy theories. ...
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BONUS EPISODE – Josh Widdicombe Takeover from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It just gets better doesn’t it? You lucky lot – here’s an extra special bonus Elis & John podcast! The duo filled in for Josh Widdicombe on Sunday morning, so we’ve put together the best bits. Elis...
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Introducing That’s a First! Season 2! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hi Elis & John fans! Radio X are releasing Season 2 of a podcast we think you’ll enjoy. That’s A First! is hosted by comedians Maisie Adam and Tom Lucy and in each episode they’re joined by a gues...
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Episode 65 – Hungover Elis, Public Tellings Off & Mark Lawrenson Swearing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What a week. Post-election, post-Super Furry Animals, post-Robins’ birthday. All this was discussed by James and Robins, though perhaps more coherently by John. Elis was rather hungover. We also wa...
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Episode 64 – LIVE EMAIL ANALYSIS, Blind Loyalty, Birthday Refusals & Elis’ Stilton Legs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back. Elis and John heard about your devotion and loyalty to bands, sports teams and events this week, before doling out fashion advice; blue is in this summer; and BROADCASTING LIVE EMAIL ...
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Episode 264 - Birdseye from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There you have it. 5 years, 264 shows (proper), many laughs, some tears and an almost unacceptable quantity of shame. The lads bid farewell to Radio X in fine fashion. Expect montages, familiar voi...
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Episode 63 – The Coleslaw Episode from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two things to tell you this week team. Number 1 - get ready, brace yourself. Producer Dave is back! It’s The Dream Team. Robins, James, and post-honeymoon Dave. Number 2 – sure there’s all the regu...
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Episode 263 - Painful Thighs, F Off & The Dark Side of Nature from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Classic Dog-mess anecdote revisited, John's bodily functions feature heavily and we reopen the Wackaging file! PLUS! Humblebrags, Papers reviewed light-heartedly and a ShameWell! The staples to an...
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Episode 62 – Mac Hell, Fashion Disasters & A Wet Little Georgie Ezra from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well done to John this week as he soldiered through a catastrophic Mac failure to make it into the studio. He joined Elis to mock Producer Vin’s fashion faux pas, and to remind you all how to make ...
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Episode 262 - You Torth, Pickled Ginger & Drive a Div to France from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
"Pullman's won it... go away." Elis needs a new car and John may or may not have a secret child, more on that as we get it. Tastes to be ticked, hypothetical stag dos to plan and papers to be re...
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Episode 61 - Robins Alone, Elis Sings, & Your Partners' Secrets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John are back and this week they've got secrets - your partners' secrets. Plus there's the welcome return of Bill/Billy inTextual Healing, another round of Winner Plays On, Chapter 22 of A...
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Episode 261 - Medium Testosterone, Feeds & The A-Z of Music from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You have no idea how high John can fly. Today, we answer the questions, what do you get for the man that has everything, how many Blue Tits do Elis & John weigh and what exactly is John Kennedy d...
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Episode 60 - The Freddie Mercury Documentary, Protein Shakes & A Damaged Reindeer Head from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After John watched the same Freddie Mercury documentary for at least the tenth time, the boys ask what you have done more times than you care to a admit. Also Winner Plays On gets very tense. If yo...
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Episode 260 – Alternative Animals, Cool Cymru and The Dog & Handgun from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis was definitely feeling as young and hip as ever this week, and John simply couldn’t get more charitable. Plus the boys made a discovery about everyone’s favourite forgotten Californian hard-r...
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Episode 59 – Elis’ Two Jumpers In Barcelona, Ill Elis, Elis Excluded... It’s An Elis-Fest from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s all Elis this week. He made it to the studio despite debilitating illness, and John cheered him up by forgetting to include him in a fantasy comedy festival line-up. Alongside your own tales o...
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Episode 259 - Breastfeeding Café, Is This Cool? & Four Coffee Viagra from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you get through a three hour show on barely any sleep? Well if you’re Elis you have four coffees before 1pm. Spoiler alert, it all gets a bit silly. An informative show this week, with the g...
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Episode 58 – Lightweight Elis, A Venn Diagram & More 50ps Than You Can Imagine. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well they came close, but the boys couldn’t quite win at the Chortle Awards. Actually, that’s not strictly true, as John will explain. Regardless, pints were drunk, rum was quaffed, and Elis was re...
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Episode 258 – Romantic Robins, Hot-Take Elis & Terrible Luton Airport from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you stand still with a shark, you’ll die. That’s just one of Elis’ hot-takes from today. Meanwhile - Johnny JR Robins brings you some rather BIG NEWS! Plus more Hypothetical challenges, a naked ...
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Episode 57 – Fake Welsh Serial Killers, Carving Tips & All The Internet’s Memes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You’ve hit the jackpot dear listener. It’s time for more Elis and John. This week they wanted to hear which adult tasks you’re unable to perform (get your mind out of the gutter), whilst John had n...
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Episode 257 – Sonic Explorer, RS-John & LashLads.com from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis loves his children. John shouts “revealeth” at pubs. What a pair of legends. For those of you concerned that The Light-Hearted Paper Review has never featured a “central heating special” – con...
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Episode 56 - John's King Prawn Crisps, Elis' Best Friend & Things You've Found from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yesterday John could not resist the temptation of a pack of King Prawn Crisps and now he must pay the ultimate price. John also met Elis's best friend that Elis himself has not yet met. As well as ...
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Episode 256 – God Is a Gas, Celebrity Busting and Elis’ 3rd Anecdote. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The Band is back together. Elis has returned with news of what he’s been up to, mainly being a father (again). John’s had an issue with his iPhone. We all must bear our own cross. 2 exciting compe...
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Episode 55 - Pointless Superpowers, John's Deadly Dream & Mark Watson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's podcast, Elis and John share their pointless superpowers including burning stubborn fat and reverse parking. They also have a chat with comedian Mark Watson during his 27 hour marath...
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Episode 255 – Side However, The Scribe & On The Westway from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In 255 episodes, have you heard John Robins do an impression of a Dalek? The wait is over. Tim Key played another blinder as he deputised for Elis. There were accusations, challenges, interruptions...
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Episode 54 - Songs That Rhyme With Radiohead, Email & John's Dark Crystal Look from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week saw the start of John's diet, in order to rid himself of a "repulsive belly", so the boys wanted to hear about your odd body parts too. They also went all Tomorrow's World with a look at ...
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Episode 254 – Bran Mulch, Freebie Skiibie & I Suppose I Went To Rymans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Following some big news from Elis, a super-sub wonder kid was required to step in. Enter: Tim Key. Who knows, some of you might even recognise his voice from LONG ago?? It was a brilliant show as R...
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Tony Blackburn Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Here's a little treat for you - to celebrate their 1 year anniversary, Elis and John have put together all 13 chapters from the acclaimed 'John Reads Aloud From Tony Blackburn's Autobiography', and...
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Episode 253 - #BumLike, Wee Free Memories & What Would The Potato People Think? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It was a rather bumsentric show today but don’t let that deter you! It’s full to the brim with John and Elis classics. Clarkson declares war on modern day music and Catfish & the Bottom-men in the ...
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Episode 53 - Tips for Banksy, Patron Saints & A Valentine's Day Problem from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yet another classic from Elis and John this week, although we must apologise for Elis' lack of manners. You'll see why. This week John got to grips with Charles Dickens' favourite pub, Elis nearly ...
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Episode 252 – Riffing With Impunity, iPhones In India & 5 Litres of Soup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John can’t stop making soup…. It was a very ratty Robins today, but at least he’s not had any nicotine this year. Why on earth did Elis choose this week to argue with him about Queen??? Still, a ...
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Episode 52 - Nices and Niggles, Embarrassing Partners & Feeling Old from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
On this week's podcast, Elis and John tell what they like and what they are less fond of about each other. Also discussed is your stories about your embarrassing partners and a debate about whether...
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BONUS PODCAST – New Year’s Nuggets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s that time of year again! The festive period means a Best Of show – but don’t worry, there’s plenty of new riffs too, plus a very giddy intro, and John’s ULTIMATE TUBE QUESTION. Get this all up...
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Episode 51 - John's Camp Noises, Wrong Numbers & Elis' Louise Wener Obsession from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis and John asked for your tales of sending texts and emails to the wrong people, and you did not disappoint. Elis also reveled in his love for Lousie Wener and the 90s, whilst John exp...
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Episode 251 – Robins Unleashed: The Return of #LOLsInTheLull from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
No Elis today, but John discussed the typical Christmas topics; mirrors, toilet breaks, political trees, and photos of gentlemen’s agreements. Remember, you can get in touch on Saturday@radiox.co.u...
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Episode 50 - The 90s, An Unexpected Proposition From Producer Dave & Elis Goes Mad from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John heard about your greatest unseen achievements this week, with Elis offering congratulations and John questioning their veracity. Plus there's a Doves-based philosophical musing, anoth...
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Episode 250 – Live At The Comedy Store! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well there you have it hammer legends. 250 solid gold episodes from Elis & John. The occasion was marked with a stonking live show in London’s Comedy Store! 400 legends took their seats and the liv...
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Episode 49 - Ronnie O'Sullivan, Cringey Words & Farthing-Related Anger from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John have an absolute belter this week. John has been to see his hero Ronnie O'Sullivan this week and he tells all about "the best day of his life". Elis gets annoyed about words that make...
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Episode 249 – Christmas Knives, Legally Black and White & Thin Women In London from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If Elis says he was working, then he was working ok? Also, if John wants to challenge a listener on whether or not they’re breaking the law; that’s fine too. It was a banger of a show this week, fu...
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Episode 48 - Organised Fun, Skittle Confusion & The Perfect Pub Crawl from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John's military precision to detail takes over his Oxford-based pub crawl, Elis gets in a right kerfuffle over this week's Tie-Breaker during Winner Plays On, and the boys tackle another problem in...
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Episode 248 – Sportz Chat, Puberty Cake & A Book About Ships from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John’s going to be shameful, Elis is going to be sexy. These are facts and they are constant. This week, the lads explored “Sportz Chat” and compared puberty cakes. There was a toilet-related Shame...
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Episode 47 - French Idiots, Side-stage At Queen, Oxford University & Elis' Picks for 2015 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to 2015 and the all-new Elis James and John Robins show! Well, it's not really that new. It's pretty much the same. But that's a good thing, right? Anyway this week Elis and John returned f...
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Episode 247 – Maris Piper Bombs, Everything Everything’s Bassist’s Mum & Don’t Get Me Started from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A slightly different vibe to the podcast this week as heroic, brave, valiant John ‘Courage’ Robins battled through a mild cold to broadcast to the nation – aided and abetted by his friend/surrogate...
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Episode 46 - Greatest Hits Vol II - Christmas Crackers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A special episode this week as John and Elis look back at some of their best bits for Christmas. Don't fret, there's plenty of new material too (new-age riffing, you might say) plus a look back at ...
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Episode 246 - The House That Blunders Built, Dan Kitson & lovelyjohntheman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome legends, packed show today, Prod Vin is back from his trip to Sri Lanka, but who did he go with?! We learn what 2 reasons Clarkson would bring back the death penalty for and what gift John ...
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Episode 45 - Mascara, Mount Rushmore, Oysters & Prophecy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John are on top form this week as John unveils some incredible career news. Elis on the other hand has yet another Mellor update, and the boys thoroughly analyse John's outfit. Plus there'...
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Episode 245 – Victorian Twaddle, Spooky Juice & You're Sacked from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It only every takes a couple of ‘madness tweaks’ to get an Elis & John podcast up and running. This week the lads discuss what to do when your Mother / Mother-in-law sees you naked, John’s on and o...
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Episode 44 - Guitarist Requirements, A Mobile Speakeasy & Football Focus Complaints from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A huge interview this week with famous actor Elis James. But don't worry, we haven't gone all Hollywood - the boys have got the reliable old favourites Winner Plays On, Textual Healing, John's Memo...
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Episode 244 – Bum Health, Dusty Ghost & Our Longest Link Ever from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to Episode 244, Hammer Legends! What an episode it is, if you normally listen on your Monday morning commute you’re going to want to get this in your ears ASAP. For #Content reasons and a h...
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Episode 43 - Fake Excuses, McCartney News & Some Special Toilets from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A bumper podcast for you this week - so many belters! Elis confronts a harsh truth concerning his hero Paul McCartney, John regales us with stories of the working-class Bullingdon Club, and Produce...
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Episode 243 - Let's Give It Feet, Sexy Tailor & Final Resting Place from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
One thing should be noted about Elis James and John Robins, they don't forget where they came from. After an incredible show at the Hammersmith Apollo the night before, the boys return to the comfo...
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Episode 42 - Good Deeds Punished, The Unfair Sex & Some Bilingual Cerys Matthews Fandom from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis provides some live anglo-welsh translation this week, whislt John recounts his encounter with a homeless man and an act of selfish generosity. Plus some inappropriate information about Elis, a...
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Episode 242 – The Sadfather, Sexy Cat & 2 Million Pounds To Go Away from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How do you feel about wee at a student party? Is it a grey area? Let Elis & John lead the way! Now that the Holy Vible Tour is up and running, the lads ducked out to resume their unproducable once ...
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Episode 41 - Dreams of Jermaine Jenas, John's Solo Date, Barry John & Elis' Housing Advice from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fancy some disgusting parenting advice? You've come to the right place. Elis and John are also keen to hear your tales of no-shows after John went to see a gig by himself (#solodate), whilst Elis h...
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Episode 241 – Easter Eggs, Johnny Pigs & Wee Jeans from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As far as Elis James is concerned – all knives and forks are the same. Why argue? On the cusp of heading out on the Holy Vible road, Elis & John put in a cracking performance this week. You can exp...
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Episode 40 - Bad News For Mellor, Elis Naked & Brand New Email of The Species from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yet another new feature for you this week with the arrival of the ingeniously-titled Email of the Species. John's Autobiography is back too, alongside a Band Name-based Teenage Fanclub, and the reg...
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Episode 240 – GF Mystery, Clap Clap Lights & When Elis Met John from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Another week, another example of John making himself sick with worry. What on earth was his full time GF up to? Find out! Plus, find out why Elis was happy to pick up the bill, but ended up wishing...
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Episode 39 - Dragon Punches, Florentine Bites & Some Brand New Features from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
All change for the Elis James and John Robins re-brand! Well not quite, but the boys have got some great new features this week. Don't worry though, there's still your familiar Textual Healing and ...
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Episode 239 - Vicar Elis, Wnco Mwnco & John’s Bag of Death from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
PCDs, here’s what you will learn from this week’s audio hammer… what fascinating* item did John find in the studio? What’s the correct age to show your child the film, ‘The Fly’? Plus how long can ...
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Episode 38 - A New Jingle, Parisian Catacombs & More Robinsisms from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A momentous podcast this week for you listener as John and Elis retired Sacred Cows with an absolute belter. The ultimate Sacred Cow indeed. The boys have also got more from Tony Blackburn, a great...
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Episode 238 – The Groin of Satire, Monetising The Bum & A Kind Bear from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John was transfixed by the Ryder Cup this week, but that didn’t stop him and Elis from delivering some truly narcissistic radio. Expect Clarkson news, sexy Led Zeppelin, a Bridget Jones-esque Shame...
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Episode 37 - A National Debate, An Astonishing Sacred Cow & Some Diwali Gifts from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Brace yourself - Elis hits to the very heart of the nation with a debate on domesticity that is sure to make the leap to Newsnight soon. Elsewhere John deals with a self-appointed "legend" in Textu...
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Episode 237 – Lager Bolognese, Honesty Bar & One Step At A Time Martin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John quotes Morgan Freeman and Elis makes Bolognese weirdly. It was an absolute hammer show today! Catch up on John’s holiday, experience some explosive shame, reminisce about 1990’s advertising, g...
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Episode 36 - David Mellor, Meeting Strangers & The Temple Trap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis is back with tales of the ease of fatherhood and John is so happy to see him he's bouncing up and down in Cloud Anecdote. The two investigate your stories of meeting strangers, John met one of...
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Episode 236 – Apocalyptic Radio, Bum Money & Ansglodus from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins was sick. Elis spoke Welsh. The Studio was dark. A classic show this week, featuring a taste, some shame, an exhibition Potato Potato match and Robins behaving over-competitively in the Made...
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Episode 35 - Greatest Hits Volume 1 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There was no Elis this week for a very special reason - find out in the podcast - but there's no breaking up this dream duo so John popped in anyway to present some of the pair's best bits. Think o...
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Episode 235 – Queen Day, Jihn Robins & The Fritas Empire from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A very silly show this week! All fuelled by Elis having 3 hours sleep and John eating too many sweets. Find out why John is dishonest, what fried egg crisps taste like and why Elis’ name is Elis; n...
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Episode 34 - Cords vs Chords, A Friendly Hairdresser & Some Hot Hot Soup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you like hot soup, this is the podcast for you. The usual Sacred Cow, Textual Healing, Tony Blackburn's Poptastic and Winner Plays On this week, plus Elis' tale of an unfruitful search for groov...
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Episode 234 - Bloody Mary Addiction, Elis' Hot Sauce Dystopia & Reverse Caravan from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well, it’s been about 3 weeks since all the gang have been back together on the Saturday show, they certainly made up for their absence with a belter today. John’s blood runs red with tomato jui...
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Episode 33 - Elis' New Car, Shark and Horse, A Trip To Dubai & Your Quarter-Life Crises from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis shows off both his new car and the incredible names of his friends, whilst John shows off a new purchase he's blamed on his quarter-life crisis. There's more crisis decisions from yo...
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Episode 233 - #AskAcaster, The Japanese Fork Incident & Potato Potato.....Again. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Comedian and author James Acaster joined John this week as Elis was away. James was grilled in #AskAcaster about tooth-brushing, Korn, Asian cuisine and Greg Rusedski's shirts. James also brought u...
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Episode 32 - Male Grooming, Euphemisms, Made-Up Welsh Towns & A Penchant For Eedjits from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A vain podcast this week obsessed with image - Elis and John are talking haircuts and male grooming, and yes that does involve Gentlemen's Agreements. There's also a classic rock Sacred Cow, a pote...
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Bonus Podcast – Milk Cubed from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John has been the sole captain of Drive this week, Elis has been climbing mountains in Wales and the like BUT even though it’s half the team that doesn’t mean it’s been half the fun! Expect tales ...
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Episode 31 - Elis' Emotional Triggers, Fancy Dress Advice & A Welsh Male Voice Choir from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Inspired by a trip to Portmeirion, this week Elis and John wanted to hear about your visits to landmarks from albums, films or TV shows. Plus there's exciting news of Elis' invite to a film premier...
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Episode 232 – Defeat Festival, Electric Cutlery & Pluck That Goose from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
With Elis away, comedian and writer Matthew Crosby stood in for this week’s podcast. John and Matthew go over the numerous and somewhat obscure improv warm up games, John takes us through his dream...
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Episode 30 - Instigating Cross-Weekend Beef, Stressed Eric, Angry Wasps & Some Personal Postcards from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Up the revolution! This week Elis and John want to hear your proposals for new laws and punishments, and you don't disappoint. The boys have got the usual Sacred Cow, Winner Plays On, Tony Blackbur...
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BONUS PODCAST – Emotionally Distant Juggling Elis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After learning Elis has very few life skills, the team line up a lesson for him in juggling. Meanwhile, John returns with a hilarious Shame Well and Elis asks, "what would you do with a gift of £5...
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Episode 29 - John's Apocalypse, Snoop Dogg Wee Inspection & Elis' Swansea City Daydream from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A celebrity special this week - well, stories of your dreams involving celebrities. That's the same. John and Elis are reunited and discuss John's apocalyptic desires, Slovakian chess matches and p...
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Episode 231 – Eggs Legs, Couscous & Semtex Lollipop from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It was a back to business as usual master class today: A happy return to an air-conditioned studio where the vibe was free to flow without weather dependency. Expect (very) tight shorts, boiling s...
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Episode 28 - John's Shandy Trick, A Yoyota Taris & The Elis James and John Robins Drinking Game from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome along friends, they're settling into Saturday and it's sounding oh so fine. More mirth from Elis and John this week as they heard about your minor injustices, and John revealed a critic-bas...
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Episode 230 - Live from Kendal Calling Special from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
They’ve conquered the airwaves of commercial digital indie radio and now they’ve travelled north to deepest Cumbria to broadcast live from the Strongbow Yard at Kendal Calling. Elis and John have f...
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Episode 27 - Nicknames, Anecdotes, & A Rio Endorsement - The First Saturday Show from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
All change! The first Elis and John show to come to you from their new home on Saturday mornings - and it's a belter. There's the usual Sacred Cow - and it gets rather heated this week - a Textual ...
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Episode 229 – John’s Jammers, Festival Snogging & Sin Bin Vin Bin from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
GUYS! Get your Festival Shamewells & Festival Made Up Games in to Saturday@radiox.co.uk because next week, the vibe will be coming at you LIVE from Kendall Calling Festival! It was a cracking show ...
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Episode 26 - Pogs, A Big Announcement, The Darkness of Robins & Tin Foil Dave from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
They're back, this week in a strange new world/studio. Elis and John have got a big announcement this week, but before that there's the usual fun and games. They've got a big-haired Sacred Cow, ano...
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Episode 228 – John’s Stylist, Lever Arch File & MSSG (Music Service Streaming Game) from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John is a project. Due to his new digital television quiz hosting duties, he is being styled by his own personal stylist Suzie. It’s basically Queer Eye for the commercial digital indie radio guy. ...
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Episode 25 - An Anecdote and Punchline, Vandalism Stories & Queen Karaoke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It's the 25th podcast! They've made it! An incredible anecdote from Elis this week, plus your tales of vandalism and graffitti since John's at the Edinburgh festival and his posters have fallen vic...
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BONUS PODCAST – Phfphatttttttttttttttt Riffs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What a week as the boys covered Drive. This podcast will oscillate wildly, just like the mood of (most of) the nation (England), but luckily Elis & John kept a steady hand on the tiller. Enjoy. Th...
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Episode 24 - Petty Squabbles, A Controversial Sacred Cow & More Tony Blackburn from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
As well as potentially the most controversial and heated Sacred Cow ever, this week's podcast has John and Elis' best opening link too. Plus the duo discuss class, real ale, The Goonies, and Produc...
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Episode 227 – Indie World Cup, Childcare Permitting & Queen Eye For The Gay Guy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sometimes, John wants to put out his eyes. Other times he’s just lobbying Elis to say YES. It was a show that critics may have called “distracted” given the football vibes moving through the studio...
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Episode 23 - Google HQ, A Revealing Kimono & Empty Dancefloors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John are oh so hip this week after John took a trip to Google HQ and saw the office ping pong, Mind Exchanges and Thought Symposia. As well as hearing about your fun work situations, Elis ...
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Episode 226 – Ladies Only BBQ, Vodka Luge & Queer Eye from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
“We work together, we love each other” – Elis James & John Robins, 30th June 2018, 2.52pm. There’s lots of affection today with things returning to business as usual after a week of drive. John te...
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Episode 22 - Shameless Smith-Punnery, Broadband Theft & The Return of Producer Dave from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A truly epic round of 'Winner Plays On' features in this week's edition, as does the age old dilemma of do you or don't you attempt to steal your neighbours broadband password using your infant chi...
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BONUS PODCAST – Elis & John ChatNav 3000 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John were reunited to complete another stunning week of Drive cover. Expect tshirt tout riffs, petrol station riffs, festival riffs, bathroom riffs, and plenty more. PLUS a Weirdness Amnes...
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Episode 21 - Life Hacks, Transport Without Curves & Producer Dave Splinched from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
No Producer Dave this week as he's off at a festival large-ing it, but Elis and John, the self-appointed "Un-Produceables", haven't let that stop them. This week they're attempting to talk about Li...
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BONUS PODCAST – De Niro Needs Soup from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Another Bonus Podcast for you lucky lot! Elis & John are sitting in on Drive again this week, keeping the Vaughan flame alive. But John’s gone and booked himself an ‘oliday – so Elis spent Monday &...
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Episode 20 - John's Childhood Acting Career, Your Toilet Disasters & Some Starbucks Romance from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We've got it all this week - a transatlantic Textual Healing, a hugely controversial Sacred Cow, an exciting round of Winner Plays On plus tales of John and Producer Dave's big night out last week....
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Episode 225 – David Wilkie Facts, Ghost Child & Bum Wine from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Yes you read that right: Bum Wine. It’ll all become clear (but it’s still disgusting). John is off on holiday for a bit, but don’t worry – he’s being totally cool about it. Elis is going glamping b...
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Episode 19 - Paul Daniels, The Boat That Rocked, Mick Hucknall MP & The Price of Gold from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
More top drawer fun this week from Elis and John as they investigate the lies we've told each other, including some corkers about Gremlins, Mick Hucknall and the World Cup. In a change from the nor...
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Episode 224 – Bespoke Yoghurt, Khashoggi's Ship & Elis Got It Wrong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sure, John makes mistakes – we all do! Although, you’d better believe they were catastrophic life mistakes and almost never administrative ones. Elis meets his heroes and then he gets sad and angry...
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Episode 18 - Dads, Australia, Ian Botham & An Utter Pasting from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to the 18th instalment of the Elis James and John Robins podcast from XFM. Within this week's audio treat, as it's Father's Day, we get your very best 'cool dad' anecdotes, one member of th...
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Episode 223 – Dweeby Brown Elis, Cool Space John & Internal Cream from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ever wondered how to sleep in a room infested with midges? Of course you have! Well look no further as the lads are full of top-notch knowledge! There’s another glimpse into a 23 year old Robins ps...
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Episode 17 - Davids, Bend It Like Beckham & Visiting New York Alone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Lots of great stuff this week, but mainly just a list of famous Davids. You'll see why. John and Elis explore what is and isn't acceptable to do alone, Elis feels his comedy career has been threate...
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Episode 222 – 8 Beautiful Sons, #Content & The Winter of My Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Episode 222 – #Content, 8 Beautiful Sons & The Winter Of My Future GUYS……. Massive show today. There’s a big announcement AND a brand new feature that Elis maintains is his favourite yet. It’s qui...
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Episode 16 - Anthea 'The Body' Turner, Meeting Your Idols, Harry Potter Abuse & Producer Dave's Joke from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back! This week is a big one; John had an incredible celebrity experience, Producer Dave told the show's best joke, and Elis had a cheese toastie at Leigh Delamere services. The boys talk...
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Episode 221 – Necking, Apology Yoghurt & A Five Rifle Salute from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis James has started learning French. Not content with Welsh & English, we hope to bring you the podcast in French from next week. Whatever language it’s in though, you can always count on the la...
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Episode 15 - Eating A Prawn Madras Alone, Your Tales of Bravery and Crime-Fighting & Some Communal Reading from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Good news - John's back! Although he's been suffering with mouth ulcers, but don't worry he doesn't go on about it. Trauma for Elis this week too after he fell victim to a bag thief in central Lond...
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Episode 220 – Toenails, Naked Abyss & John’s Pips from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Why start a broadcast in a good mood? John Robins doesn’t always, but it usually only takes a sandwich, some crisps, a coffee and some A-Grade badinage to get him out of his funk. Some lovely shame...
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Episode 14 - John In the future, Special Guest Roisin Conaty, Elis' Memorable Eyebrows & Some Marriage Preparation Advice from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hello there! John is in New Zealand "blowing minds" (performing) this week, and so Elis was left to man the ship in his absence - but fear not, as a pajama-wearing Roisin Conaty stepped in (eventua...
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Episode 219 – William G, Judgey Elis & Gasser Likes A Phall from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you want to know how many Petite Filous John can fill of a night (and I know you do) then you’re in the right place. Panic normality is back, which makes for some squeamish listening. Tick Off A...
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Episode 13 - Easy-Going Elis, Invented Recipes, Producer Dave Back From Amsterdam & Hungarian Throat Singing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back, welcome back. This week's podcast is high stakes, as Elis and John battle it out in Winner Plays On with Elis attempting to stop John's fifth win in a row - find out if he gets to kee...
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Episode 218 – Bloopers, Blunders & BACS from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It was everyone’s favourite type of show this week: The fabled “giddy” show. Classic. In a week where Elis James became the focus of many a PCD meme-maker, the lads took to the airwaves with panach...
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Episode 12 - John's Birthday, Caerphilly Castle, Incontinence & A Doll's House from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome along to the best bits from comedian John Robins and sell-out Elis James. Only joking, but Elis does have news of an exciting advertising role he's taken on. There's the regular Winner Play...
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Episode 217 – Perfume (General), Great Riffing & Chilli On Your Charger from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
When the Welsh support lets you down, Elis James will just have to do: But he does a job. John smashed the Hammersmith Apollo to pieces on Thursday night, so there was plenty of reflecting to do. T...
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Episode 11 - Brain Surgery For Dummies, The 1992 General Election & John's Love For Natasha Bedingfield from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis and John are discussing Guilty Pleasures, so welcome back to yours. Come in, turn the volume up, don't worry we won't tell anyone. The duo talk Lady In Red and Sweet Dreams My LA Ex,...
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Episode 216 – Finnish Marmite, Witty David Mitchell & How To Record Store Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Find out how far the boys have cycled in this week’s show – but there’s other stuff, good stuff, too. Elis has tales from a cab, John has news of crime-fighting, and another Taste Is Ticked Off. Al...
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Episode 10 - Misheard Lyrics, The Other Charlatans & Sheena Easton. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What did he say? Elis and John are back, sorting through your and their misheard lyrics, with great appearances from TLC and The Weather Girls. As ever there's Textual Healing, Sacred Cow - this we...
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Episode 215 – Welsh, Punjabi & Bumzone from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis James sends texts to John Robins in complete confidence: John Robins broadcasts them to the nation. It’s why this show just WORKS. A brilliant show which will tell you why John is meek and why...
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Episode 9 - Wedding Nightmares, Troubles With The Libertines, Record Store Day & R Kelly Memories from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well aren't you in for a treat - two old men talking about vinyl. Not to worry, Elis and John have got the usual wit and hijinks too, with tales of John's weekend weddingÂ? and some stories of wedd...
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Episode 214 - The Temperature of Punjab, Top Gear Magazine & MasterShouldn't from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The dream team are back together! John made it through his ‘week of death’ on tour, with a few grey hairs to prove it. He got straight into the massive backlog of your emails, with more wackaging a...
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Episode 8 - Farthing-gate, Elis Be-nephewed, Stealing Milk & Competitive Cranium... from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis took a look at Welsh culture whilst John debated what to wear to an upcoming wedding - he's inexperienced. Sacred Cow returned with the boys questioning the virtues of U2, and young ...
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Episode 213 – Ed Gamble, Sad Spider & Potty Mouth John Motson from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Of course normal service will resume soon, but we do love a guest host. Friend of the show and all round legend Ed Gamble took up the mantle this week and hammer-smashed it out of the vibe park. Th...
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Episode 7 - Unrequited Love, 5 Seconds of Summer news & The 7 Levels of Pain... from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back! This week John and Elis brought the usual Sacred Cow debate, taking on Jimi Hendrix, and played Winner Plays On once more. Plus the boys revealed some embarrassing tales of unrequited...
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Episode 212 – Sunday Brunch, Too Many Murders & Are You A Company Or Are You An Idiot? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Before you listen to this week’s podcast…. Do you think Elis wins Made Up Games or not? He really does try his best. There were absolutely tons of E-mails to get through this week, so prepare yours...
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Episode 6 - The Cafetiere Challenge, Standing Up To Idiots, A Southern Tinker & Much More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You know the drill, more hilarity from our favourite duo. This week Elis and John took on the the nation's troublemakers and encouraged us all to stand up to idiots, including the heckler John endu...
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Episode 211 – Skin, Bladder, Cheek & The Return of Cheesy Tommy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Have you ever had to take your shoe for a shower?! Definitely avoid feeding ham to foxes. There’s no two ways about it – the lads were almost literally on fire in this week’s show. You had the cutt...
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Episode 5 - Weird Collections, Objects With The Best Throwing Weight, Baby Voice-ingtons & Much More from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John are back and this week, inspired by John's childhood Farthing Set, they're taking on a range of strange collections, including the usual stacks of old NMEs and the less usual boxes of...
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Episode 210 – Spine Icons, Thought Crime & The Spice Girls Were Lying To Us from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
To quote Elis James: “John’s back, he’s back, oh God how I’ve missed him.” John returned in triumphant form to clear the gutters of shame as they sat overflowing with neglect. This week, explore th...
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Episode 4 - Strange Gig Souvenirs, A Posh Shout-Out & Elis' Blossoming Boxing Career from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back friends, welcome to another Elis and John podcast. This week the duo took a look at some bizarre gig souvenirs, John nailed a brand new Mick Jagger impression, and Elis called the late...
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Episode 209 - Naked Broadcasting, Bad Hat & Mars Bar Fondue from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Getting underway this week with a gig/snow-based PSA on behalf of absent capable comedian, John Robins. In his seat, “your favourite comedian” James Acaster – but which famous ex-footballer did he ...
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Episode 3 - Emasculating Roadside Assistance, Mogwai's Vendetta Against Blur & Some Baffling Youth Slang from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John crash back into your ears with tales of award nominations, some bizarre birthday advice and an attack on Colchester's finest 90s Britpop-ers, Blur. There's a welcome return for Winner...
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Episode 208 - James Acaster, Irish Elis & Garlic, Chilli Or Ginger from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
So John’s off touring the world (UK) this week, but never fear as we were treated to James Acaster, who joined Elis to tackle a classic Humblebrag or two and play another one of your quallo Made Up...
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Episode 2 - Sting Revelations & Some Brand New Cocktails from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
They're back, like Bruce Willis and Sam Jackson, with a vengeance, and this week Elis and John have a look at some questionable cocktail inventions and take on the mighty Bruce Springsteen. Elis br...
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Episode 207 – Scatty John The Reprise, Have You Ever Wondered & This Is Why It Doesn’t Work from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Well what a palaver. We all remember Tick Tock Robins don’t we? It was so fraught that we didn’t even have time for Humblebrags! Imagine that!? John arrived eventually and it all came together nice...
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Episode 1 - John's Childhood Poetry, Billy Zane Trivia & Some Heartfelt Textual Healing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John kick off their brand new show with tales of Walton-on-Thames, David Beckham's ex-girlfriend, and some Snake-from-The-Simpsons-themed advice for a concerned listener. They're such swee...
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Episode 206 – Braingasm, Dog Lick & Tired of Twits from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Guys… Before you dive into this week’s podcast, please do be aware that it features a vape-less John Robins. Don’t worry – he’s got patches. There’s a bumper edition of Elis’ light-hearted paper re...
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Welcome to the new Elis James and John Robins podcast! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Here's a taster of the new show, starting Sunday 16 February on XFM.
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Episode 205 – Nascent Riffing, British Animals & Duct Tape from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis finally got his own back on his old teachers this week, and John revisited his education too – but, arguably, in a more sad way. The boys discovered a historical Humble Brag, John’s driving kn...
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Episode 204 – Wis-duh, Infinite Christian Fish & Chips & What Would Robins Do? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Poor, poor little Robins. He could hardly talk, bless him! Still dragged himself in thought didn’t he? John had tonsillitis this week so Elis did the lion’s share of the talking. There was still p...
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Episode 203 – Sad Mechanics, Double Beans & WC Shame from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, you’ll find out why dentists are basically like vets and why John felt like a thousand billion dollars! Lucky you! How bad is spitting? More to the point; how bad is graffiti? There’s a ...
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Episode 202 – Robins Returns, MANTASTIC! & 3p Tip from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins is back from New York but is Robins the lovely Robin? As in…. Is he actually him?! That’s one of the listener theories this week. Also, find out why John wants to marry New York barmaids. Th...
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Episode 201 – Stranded Robins, Josh Widdicombe & Little Chef Lollies from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You can’t have escaped that tirade of press coverage… It’s the least that can be expected when a man like Robins is stranded stateside and unable to broadcast. Elis soldiered boldly on though; wit...
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BONUS PODCAST - New Year's Day Special! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Join Elis & John as they look forward to 2018 - by looking back at 2017, and making some BOLD predictions...
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Episode 200 - The 200th Podcast! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hello team! Elis & John hit the 200 mark this week (excluding Bonus Podcasts and no doubt with some counting errors) so they looked back at the past double century of GREAT RIFFING and picked out t...
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BONUS PODCAST – LOLs In The Lull from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Fear not if you’re lost in the bizarre twilight zone that is the festive lull – it doesn’t feel like a Thursday does it? - Robins was once more unleashed to see you through. John and Producer Vin T...
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Episode 199 – John’s Party, Devvers Presents & Potato Disqualification from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
199 Episodes you say?! This was a lovely seasonal edition with presents, cheer, togetherness and shame all in abundance. Will you be going to the John Robins Christmas Party? No of course you won’t...
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Episode 198 – Emotionally Allergic, Fundies & PubPlanet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How quickly did John win Elis over? Find out in the 198th show. It was a stonking show with plenty of what we love most. Bags of shame, plenty of self reproach and a good deal of badinage. Did the ...
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Episode 197 – Bumblebrag, Out of The Gutter & Into The Church from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John is good with old men. It makes sense. Despite providing a 2 hour closing set for the final Dancing with Dave in London, Elis and John (John less so) were well up for the Saturday afternoon vib...
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Episode 196 – Ronnie’s Feet, John’s Table of Things & Cosy Catastrophes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins discovers he’s got something in common with UK Snooker Champion and former pig farmer, Ronnie O’Sullivan, Elis lets his daughter decorate the Christmas tree and please remember, nothing good...
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Episode 195 - We Live In A God-less Chaos, Quintessentially British & Who Taught You How to Walk? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to this Quintessentially British podcast where nobody, and we mean nobody out-pounds Robins. A hum-dinger of a show this week, we’ve got a great made up game, Elis peruses the papers, ligh...
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Episode 194 – The Thing I Like, Menstrual Synchrony & John Parrott’s Birthday BBQ from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You shouldn’t keep nostalgic memories in a bin bag. Elis James is full of these wisdoms. Considering the long stint on drive this week, the lads put in a quallo shift – leaving nothing unsaid: Incl...
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BONUS PODCAST – Pizza Not Booze from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis & John were reunited once more and debriefed John’s Mastermind appearance, whilst Elis revealed exactly where Johnny Vaughan has been, and how to interact with football fans from Panama. There...
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BONUS PODCAST – 100mg of Pure Liquid Chat from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Your favourite Drive Time substitutes belted up, checked their respective blind spots and unleashed TOP CHAT once again this week. Elis was off after gracing the studio with top drawer anecdotes on...
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Episode 193 - Bowling, Bike Locks & Peppery Cress from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John’s confidence is sky high following a heavy night on the lanes, and one listener’s stuck in a bike lock, as part of a Shame Well that’s sure to go down in history. It turns out neither Elis or ...
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Episode 192 – The Statistical Middle Point, Band Summariser & Total Turgidity from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Do you know somebody who doesn’t like beans? Poor wretches. A lovely time was had on this weeks show with a serious stack of emails. In traditional Elis James style, he let his birthday pass with a...
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Episode 191 - #GriefIsLiving from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins had a bit of a night of it last night. Classic Robins. That didn’t stop a complete Hammer show from taking shape though. Elis gave yet more tasty insight into the British film industry and ...
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Episode 190 – Nude Elis, Award Vs. Flu & Lukewarm Lager from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How early is too early on a Saturday to demand that your neighbours get out of bed and furnish you with your post? Robins will be the judge of that. What’s the best reason for missing a train? Look...
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Episode 189 – Sky News Robins, Mints/Mince & The Hubris Dome from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Little old Johnny Robins eh? You’ll never guess what he’s got coming up!? Well listen to the podcast and you won’t need to guess. You’ll just know. An absolute vintage James & Robins podcast today:...
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Episode 188 – Please Sir, Min 3 & Never Steam In September from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John’s had it up to here with the dairy industry. That’s just a fact, and he’ll tell you himself. A quallo show today with all the right ingredients: Shame, badinage, some emails, humblebrags but d...
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Episode 187 – Bum End, I’ll Take Bum & The Grumpiest Angel In Heaven from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you’re going to have a replacement, you may as well have a replacement who's as easy on the eye as Ed Gamble. Have you seen that jaw!? Elis was away on Welsh stand up duties and Ed filled in bri...
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Episode 186 – I Want My Life Back, Renault Keith & The 10 Plagues from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
You knew that John only had 6 moods right? It one of Elis’ favourite ones today in a cracking show. Is Nicole Kidman warmer than William Hague? Possibly. But Why? It’ll all become clear. Potentiall...
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Episode 185 – Peter Freestone, GESTATION! & Van Morrison’s First Thing from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
All needs are natural needs. Robins is tired and James is off to watch Swansea in a bit; it’s a story as old as time. This week’s podcast was an absolute stonker. Stinking shame (literally), ever-p...
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Episode 184 – Chapter and Verse, Topless John & Bono On The beach from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Another top podcast from your sexy mates Elis & John – and it was a rather sexy show. Don’t worry though – it never got top shelf. Enjoy John at a merch stand, Elis away with Wales in Moldova, and ...
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Episode 183 – The Lightness Of Elis from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The returning Duke Of Punchlines John Robins was back from Edinburgh this week with massive news – well done Johnny Robs! And Elis has been keeping busy during the break too, with a visit to a palm...
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Episode 182 – Not The Lovely Pippa, Fiery Bin & John FM from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We all visit the toilet mate. Robins was down the line from Edinburgh once again and perched coquettishly under his duvet whilst Elis kept a firm grip on the studio tiller, it was an absolute corke...
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Episode 181 - Sherlock Robins, Leaking Vocal Emissions & Drawing John’s Regret from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In what must be a radio first, John broadcasts down the line from under his duvet whilst up at the Edinburgh Festival. His face beamed down on an in-studio Elis from multiple screens, but even this...
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Episode 180 – The Agenda, The Male Reproductive Organ & Do You Respect Yourself? from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Will this be the last stop on the way to 5,000,000 D’s? That’s what’s on the agenda! In the final show before Robins takes to the Edinburgh Fringe, the badinage was right on point. Don’t you just...
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Episode 179 – John Sit, The “Rossier” & 100 Dead Foxes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Beta-Bet’s retirement last week, it fell to our resident stats guy, Ross, to come up with the number goods and my word – he knows his way around a pie chart. A cracking show with some of the ...
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Episode 178 – Flesh-Coloured Pouch, Digital Gravestone & The Onion of Football from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins in a ratty mood is Robins at his best. A cracking podcast this week and plenty of talking points – How old is this coin? How unsung is the onion? Is Elis the people’s prince? All of this wi...
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Episode 177 – John Pride, Made Up Games & 8 Hour Nap from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Guys… ***BRAND NEW FEATURE ALERT*** We’ve cracked a brand new bottle of badinage on the good ship Radio X with the flood of Made Up Games that you legends keep sending in! An absolute hammer-show...
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Episode 176 – Lovely Bottom Lip, Peanut Parliament & Eats, Shoots & Leaves from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis can’t be arsed. This much will become clear. He clearly cares enough to sort his teeth out though! A cracking podcast this week as John rejoined Elis in the studio. Last week’s foray into “Nu...
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Episode 175 – Oxford Shame Toilet, The Past is a friend & Brewster’s £500 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John went to the past this week. He’s happier there. Elis kept a steady hand on the tiller whilst John broadcast from a reunion he was attending in Oxford. All the usual badinage carried on in abu...
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Episode 174 – Live Your Best Life, Contract & Cheesy Tommy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Busy show today – and it’s a belter! Elis’ gift for John finally arrived, despite Elis losing confidence in it, and Vin reports back from an Alt-J gig. And the whole gang prepare to see The Stone ...
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Episode 173 – Mike Bubbins, The Cravens & Louboutins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
An approachable but sexy podcast today…. Mike Bubbins sat in for Elis and brought sideburns, sex-appeal and a relaxed attitude to shame. Robins calls on the powers that be to introduce “normal” ca...
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BONUS PODCAST – The Return of Polichips from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The boys had ELECTION FEVER today, which meant only one thing – it’s time for sauce chat. On top of that, the stars of Bat Out Of Hell – the Meatloaf musical – joined Elis & John in the studio, and...
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BONUS PODCAST – Fashion For Twerps from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How does Steven Tyler look so sexy? How do you pronounce “secondment” in English? What are the effects of pizza on Welsh speech? All these questions answered in today’s show – plus Humble Brag Of T...
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BONUS PODCAST – Heals The Sick & Heals The Lame from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Van Morrison news today, lessons on how to shout, and Elis has yet another celebrity encounter – though it didn’t go to plan. All this plus Humble Brag Of The Day, the Light-Hearted Paper Review, J...
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BONUS PODCAST – It’s All Rivers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis was on top form today, showing John some of his technological know-how and suggesting how to improve his fitness – and John hit back with some advice for Alien Ant Farm, before being distracte...
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BONUS PODCAST – Twenty Pounds Quid from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hot celeb gossip! Cagoules! Swearing! Gareth Bale! Failed punchlines! You know the drill. Loads of stuff today plus the usual – Humble Brag Of The Day and John Googles The Travel. Remember, you ca...
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Episode 172 – Toilet In Port Talbot from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Two treats for you this week – one in the form of Lloyd Langford, the other some advice on what not to wear near Buckingham Palace. Plus an example of why John isn’t given certain jobs at Radio X. ...
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BONUS PODCAST – im Westwoo from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Plenty of hot topics covered today; the War on Drugs, The War On Drugs, miniature cigars, tequila, the M5, Tim Westwood and much more. There’s loads of other stuff too – Tick Off A Taste, John’s S...
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BONUS PODCAST – World’s Richest Drummers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you want thorough political analysis, you’ve come to the right podcast. If you don’t, you’ll probably be fine here too. Elis & John compiled the Radio X Manifesto today, discovered what it is to...
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BONUS PODCAST - Perfect Bum For Squash from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After Elis’ weekend gallivanting around Wales (which John is absolutely fine with, honestly) he has come to the realisation that he has lived a somewhat unfulfilling life. Join the boys as they inv...
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BONUS PODCAST – Mr Biggggggggg from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis returned to rejoin radio’s dream duo, and he brought some mountaineering expertise with him; John spent the long weekend conquering his demons, returning to the scene of a past trauma; Vin lik...
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Episode 171 – Robins Solo, Cosplay & No M7 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Robins sets sail on the digital waves in a heroic solo effort today, whilst Elis is abroad in Wales. Expect talk of conventions & cosplay, as well as the usual helpings of shame and regret. Classic...
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BONUS PODCAST - Corgi On The Cob from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s Friday, it’s a Bank Holiday and Captain John Robins is flying solo, straight into the weekend. Welcome aboard this Boeing 568, destination… Great Radio. Although Robins is missing his favouri...
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BONUS PODCAST - Giddy Robins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After ingesting too much sugar in a short amount time, we have something rarely seen, the enigma that is Giddy Robins! When will John hit his nap prison, who knows? Celeb spotting, flossing and id...
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BONUS PODCAST - May Day: The Big Interview from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Folks, the day is finally here, it’s MAY DAY. The man himself Dr. Brian May, one quarter of the brothers Rock, joins the boys in the studio for the BIG INTERVIEW to chat about his new book, Queen i...
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BONUS PODCAST - Radio X-Men from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to Tuesday's edition of Elis and John's stint on drive. Even after the terrible events in Manchester the previous night, the vibe train must keep on rolling, bringing light into the darkne...
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BONUS PODCAST - Tragedy Soundtracker from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hello there, teatime vibe-chasers! Elis and John are back on Drive so podcasts a-plenty for the next 3 weeks! Today there is a LOT of banana chat, John has an issue with some Bon Bons and there...
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Episode 170 – Can i Gymru, Crinkly Plate & Big and large from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The podcast that screams down the shame well and tells you that it’s ok… “Sometimes you can swear at fruit.” This week the lads chat launches and legends as John FINALLY got what he’s been waiting ...
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Episode 169 – Scoop Angels, The M4 & All The Mammals from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
There aren’t many podcasts that ask you the question; “Are you absolutely haunted by your past?” – “YES PLEASE!” This week we’ve got plenty of shame – some of it is Phillip Larkin, some of it is in...
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BONUS PODCAST – Robins Unleashed MK VI from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John sat in for Johnny Vaughan today, unleashing another Drive spectacular. Expect Petty Rage, more Shame, a chance to shine for Johnny’s producer Little Si, and a brand new feature in the shape of...
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Episode 168 – Modernising Sweets, Champions League Shame & Imbyism from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Think Scouts are wimps? Think again. Plenty to dig your teeth (ears?) into on this week’s show – it’s a bumper edition of shame, house prices, and Robins’ birthday! Happy birthday to you all. To ce...
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Episode 167 – Bleeding gums, Humble Shame & How To Say “No” from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hey Daddio…. How about you kick back and take a big hit of this podcast right in the ears? Make your own choices folks but for God’s sake give it a listen. In this week’s edition, the shame is ta...
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Episode 166 – Evacuating The Darkness, Boring Shiny & Honig & Senf from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Back to business as usual this week with Elis back from the beekeeping. Also, an almost rejuvenated Robins has got an important prepared statement for the ears of the nation. Lots to chat about as ...
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Episode 165 – Nish Kumar, Hangover Mitigation & The Beatles Didn’t Exist from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The bee-keepers of Pembrokeshire won’t just interview themselves. Consequently, a capable Elis James has been dispatched to help them out. In his place sits friend of the show and former voice of ...
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BONUS PODCAST – The 2nd Coming of Shame from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
PCDs, Hammer Legends and E-mail users worldwide… WE DID IT! We made it to the end of another (albeit shorter) week on Drive! Today’s show has an Elis shaped hole but fear not, ol’ Johnny Robins ...
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BONUS PODCAST - Nailing Retirement from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Day 3! Day 3! Day 3! Today, John’s Shame Well throws up a debate over checkout etiquette, Elis vibes some poetry and there’s some lavender chat! Strong show all round, legends! PLUS we have a...
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BONUS PODCAST – “Doing it” With Babes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
AHOY! It’s day 2 aboard the good ship Drive and there’s vibes a-plenty! Today we delve into one of John’s musical endeavours, Elis tells us what we need to do if we have a “stressful house” and ...
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Bonus Podcast - John Wants To Be Adored from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Great news, Elis and John have had their licences reinstated and they’re back behind the wheel on Drive! On today’s show, Elis catches a nasty case of ‘Riff Disease’, John has his pulse on new m...
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BONUS PODCAST - Yer Jokin' Aren't Ya? The Magic Of Masterman. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Here's some of Dave's best bits - we'll miss you mate!
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Episode 164 – Dave. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hot Cross Bums. Remember, you can get in touch on Saturday@radiox.co.uk (if you’re on e-mail. You’ve got to be on e-mail), and you can tune in across the UK every Saturday from 1pm til 4pm! Keep ...
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Episode 163 – Sad Cooking, Ear Seed & Green Day from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Sometimes the vibe just works, whether you’ve roasted the peaches or not. This week sees an absolute hammer of a podcast, nay HAMMERCAST. Robins in Santander, James on an escalator and Prod V in lo...
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Episode 162 – Broken Elis, Double Sexy Voices & A Stupid Taste from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
“Radio is the new Rock n’ Roll”. Ain’t that the truth, with Elis and his football friends in Dublin the night before, John captained the show for the first hour and awaited the arrival of his colle...
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Episode 161 – Dave On The Move, Gadget of The Week & Breaking In For Sexy Time from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The lads are back to business as usual on Saturday afternoons but also getting themselves ready to embrace change. With Producer Dave set for pastures new, it’s time to roll with the punches, have ...
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BONUS PODCAST - Cockney Fry-Ups from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Finally a conclusion to John's pant problem, plus his sexy gravel voice is unveiled - plus Elis tried a new food in Tick Off A Taste, and the boys enjoyed the idea of eating eggs in Welsh towns. Th...
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BONUS PODCAST - Smells from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John crashed on through their stint on Drive today and here are the results – a beat-boxing revelation, a sensational mix of smells, and an unfortunate brain worm. There’s all the usual st...
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BONUS PODCAST - Rock Bottom Robins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
In yet another bonus installment of EJ&JR on Radio X, jungle-dweller and friend of the show Joel Dommett swings by for a chat. Plus, John is perhaps a little too happy with Amersham’s placing in a ...
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BONUS PODCAST - Social Media Is A Swamp, So Dive Right In from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Now is the time to unfollow EVERYONE on every form of social media - everyone except from Radio X of course, especially if you want to see Elis’ lovely new haircut. Wrap your ears around this juicy...
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BONUS PODCAST - Canine Correctness Gone Mad from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome back Legends! We’re now into the second week of Elis and John valiantly covering for Johnny Vaughan’s 4-7 thang. To start the week be prepared for a lot of canine chatter, John bringing...
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Episode 160 – Hungover Corpse, Sweet Regret & Beatle – Bet from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Halfway into the stint of weekday drive time vibing, there’s still plenty in the tank for the traditional Saturday afternoon badinage. Elis, John and Producer V all hauled themselves in after a nig...
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BONUS PODCAST – Scream Yourself To Sleep from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We’ve made it, drive-time legends. A whole week in the driving seats and another one to look forward to. All to play for. Can a roof tile cause depression? You bet your Judge Robins it can. Eve...
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BONUS PODCAST - Too Handsome For Chips from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The ‘Trawlers of the Past’ are back and on today’s show, John divulges one of his secret skills, the boys discuss unsolved family mysteries and there’s lots of wallet chat (more fun than it sounds)...
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BONUS PODCAST – Wheydio X from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Team! As we herald the return of the 'good radio bell', strap in for chat fest, PCDs. On today’s show we try to get to the bottom of who called a “Smut Line” from Elis’ landline in 1995, the boys ...
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BONUS PODCAST - Toxic Shame from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
WARNING LISTENERS! This podcast reaches Toxic levels of shame! With the boys continuing their efforts to “Bring Shame to your Daily Commute”, Elis says something he regrets in front of Ashleigh, ...
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BONUS PODCAST - Bringing Shame To Your Daily Commute from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hello Hammer Legends! Radio X Top Brass have let Elis and John cover Johnny Vaughan’s 4-7 thang once again, this time for 2 WHOLE WEEKS! It won’t be long before Radio X starts a secondary statio...
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Episode 159 – Producer D’s News, Myspace V’s & Freddie’s F6 from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week we look into the past and remember John’s abs, fondly. We look to the present, where producer D has some V big news! We even look to the future, where apparently, unwanted goods could be ...
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Episode 158 – White Paint, The Big 41 & Solo Female Pub Advice from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis had a big surprise this week from one of his all-time heroes, whilst John described his best night ever. The boys also discussed radioactive protection and how to change the rules on Beta Bet ...
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Episode 157 – Sexy Valentines, Shame Pause & Friday The Donkey from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Are you pounding the P, or sitting on your B? Either way…. You’ll be unsurprised to learn that Elis & John spent valentine’s evening together eating too much cheese on toast. This week, Elis talk...
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Episode 156 – Phil Schofield, R.Kelly & London’s saddest DJ from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We present to you… “London’s Saddest DJ” – After playing a killer set at Dave’s Disco the night before, John hauled himself in to sit opposite shirtless Eastern European health fanatic, Elis James....
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Episode 155 – The Beating Heart, Selfless Yoga & Sat Nav Shame from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, John emerges from Dry January in good health with zeal, and a slight hangover! Find out exactly who’s who when it comes to the Radio X body and take the plunge into John’s Shame Well, a ...
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Episode 154 – Sexy John, Chatty Elis & Abergwili from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Any podcast that pounds the P like this one deserves your attention. A jam packed week in which we learn exactly why John is considered so sexy in the city of Bristol and why Elis has hung onto his...
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Episode 153 – Statman Ross, BetaBet & A New Operating System from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
An absolute anvil of a podcast this week, packed with not one but two brand new features and some farewell analysis of Winner Plays On by Elis & John’s Andy Zaltzman, Ross “Statistician” Middleton....
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Episode 152 – Moving Wood, Silent Dave Johns & Confident Squirrels from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
HUGE Winner Plays On news this week – my word it’s tense – plus Dave’s Mancunian dream (nightmare?) and an insight into the comedic genius that is Elis James. Plus Shaggy trivia and John sort of in...
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Episode 151 – Lump, Bump, Smooth, Motion, Tantalise. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Saying “Hello Daddio”, Welsh freight, and being fascinated by pain – all topics discussed by J-Dog and Eel-Man this week. The boys returned from their successful stint on Prime Time Drive Time as K...
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BONUS PODCAST – Release The Clutch To Great Chat… from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s the final day on Prime Time Drive Time Commercial Radio for our boys – but that didn’t stop the badinage. Today Elis and John spoke to Robinson, the owner of a top shelf emporium, ruminated on...
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BONUS PODCAST - Set Destination To: GREAT RADIO! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Hammer Legends, grab your ChatNav and set destination to Great Radio! On today's show, John has some Showbiz News, Dave spends too much time photoshopping things that don't receive adequate recogn...
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BONUS PODCAST – Commercial Radio’s Premier Chatalytic Conversers from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
PCDs and Vibe chasers, it's day 3 of the boys being the “Custodians of Drive” and we found out who has driven the most in one day, in miles (more entertaining than it sounds), what celebrities are ...
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BONUS PODCAST – Commercial Radio’s 5th Emergency Service from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Pull over to the side of the road when safe to do so, because here comes Commercial digital indie radio’s 5th emergency service, Elis James and John Robins. Surprisingly, after Dave’s technical mis...
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BONUS PODCAST - Mics Up Masterman from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to a very special week of Podcasts, PCDs! The Boys are covering for Johnny Vaughan on Drive this week, so there are 5 extra Hammer helpings. On Monday's show Elis and John are, in their wo...
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Episode 150 – Funathon, A Big Announcement & DVD from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Ever wanted to know if Josh Widdicombe wears socks in bed? Then this is the podcast to listen to. Widders is back in the studio, helping out Elis and John with their exciting dynamic pre-recorded N...
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Episode 149 – 1 of Blur, Oh Gosh! & Radio Xmas Eve from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Merry Christmas PCDs! Hope you’re enjoying your Christmas shunt – this week’s podcast was a pre-recorded special with some lovely festive nuggets. Elis and John were joined by Victorian polymath/Bl...
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Episode 148 – 1-Nil Isy, Savouring Shrove & NikNak Prices from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How many pages will John need for quotes on his gravestone? How do you pronounce Cynan? What is festive shale? When is Christmas Eve? What is a fox? These questions may be answered in this week’s p...
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Episode 147 – Alien Juice, The 1980s & HGV Knowledge from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A packed show today! Elis & John opened another door on the Radio X Advent Calendar, touched on topics including HMV, Dale Winton and cycling, as well as introducing a brand new (and probably one o...
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Episode 146 - Zappa School, Shell Suits & Center Parcs from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Episode 146 – Zappa School, Shell Suits and Center Parcs Elis is back from a middle-class but not rich holiday, and John’s gearing up for a night of Ronnie O’Sullivan (c’mon Ronnie!). Plus the bo...
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Episode 145 – Parental Embarrassment, Team P.E. & Digital Tailors from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week the boys discuss Elis’ mining proficiency, how John stores his regret, and your parental embarrassments – and there’s the return of Tick Of A Taste, this time with a Pizza Express twist. ...
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Episode 144 – Doing A Cilla, Rag N Bone Man v2.0, Top Shelf Goods & Online Milk from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
How does John cope with an argument? Which prophet does Elis think of first? What is the most futuristic name? Is Chris Moyles good at impressions? All these questions are answered in this week’s p...
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Episode 143 - Dancing with Dave, The #PCDPilgrimage & A Brand New Feature. from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
The return of club night ‘Dancing with Dave’ last night saw Elis and John perform a mesmerising setlist. Which approach worked better? The 100% Bangers or the Intrigue, inform or entertain method? ...
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Episode 142 – Dial-a-Dave, Rinsing & The Biblical Guy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
If you want to know how Blink 182 spend their time in London or what Elis James’ favourite pipes are then this is the podcast for you. Not interested? Maybe Producer Dave’s App-Based-Cab-Company Ra...
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Episode 141 – ABCC, The Grizzly Bear & Diwali from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, Elis & John compare stories from a certain “app-based cab company” and reveal their personal ratings live to the nation. Find out about the latest date in the tour and which one of YOU ...
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Episode 140 – Nipple Measurements, Triple Queen & Train Etiquette from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis & John test their ability to perform jingles live on air with varying degrees of success. The quest to find the “Humble Brag of The Past” continues and Elis’ nipples become the conversation th...
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Episode 139 – Prime Minister Robins, Bad Impressions & Heat to the Beat from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis & John were deep into their Elis James and John Robins Experience tour this week, but that certainly didn’t stop the badinage – John let looses on some poor impressions, Elis extolled the virt...
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Episode 138 – MYSTERY SPECIAL GUEST, Elis & John’s Caribbean Bar & The Near Future from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John were joined by a SPECIAL MYSTERY GUEST for the first time ever on this week’s show, and conversation flowed in all sorts of unusual ways, taking in the WAFTAs, coining, the concept of...
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Episode 137 – Foursomes, MC Matthew & A Liam Gallagher Q & A from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Topics covered this week include: John’s poor standard of golf and his creative swearing; Undercover Martyn; break-ups; Dave in Glasgow; nu metal; Denis Law. All the big topics. What more could you...
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Episode 136 – New Fivers, Abigail From The East Midlands & It Puts The Lotion In The Basket from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Automaton Elis was worried by both the idea of losing the capacity to feel any emotions and his newfound ability to make plans this week, but don’t worry – he’s settled for being mediocre. John mea...
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Episode 135 – Meat Loaf Musical, Mystery Car & Cheesy Chocolate from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week, John reveals all regarding his secret ambition to write and produce a stage play about the life of a teenage boy, set to music of Meat Loaf. Elis discusses his imminent appearance on TVs...
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Episode 134 – Jesus Robins, Bunion James & Underfloor Heating from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
A surprising amount of Rennie’s chat this week, John’s annoyance at not wearing his new Freddie Mercury jacket in to the studio, bunion advice for Elis and tales of different auditions – with vary...
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Episode 133 – Phoebe, Tony Blackburn Rovers & Judge Robins from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John returned from Lund comedy festival in Sweden this week and another example of scattiness occurred whilst he was away. He was broadcasting on full cylinder though, unlike Elis who had to have a...
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Episode 132 - The Gift of Shame & Instant Regret from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis comes in not feeling too great today and is eventually reduced to nothing but a puddle on the floor after our fiery Tick Off A Taste. John is freed of his jury duty responsibilities but unfort...
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Episode 131 – Matthew Devvers, Ants & A New Cagoule from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis gets lost in a world of new clothing and the possibility of more new clothing this week, whilst John takes another step towards becoming a judge. There’s also a bumper pack of gifts (THANK YOU...
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Episode 130 - Josh Widdicombe from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis is away this week, so friend of the show and Radio X alumni Josh Widdicombe steps into Elis’ considerable shoes. Expect further discussion of Johns pipe based woes, and a broaching of the thor...
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Episode 129 – The Thoughtful Beefcake, Eedjits & Pipes from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Who lives in Aylesbury? How loud can John shriek? What is coffee? All these questions answered, sort of, in this week’s podcast, plus a first for the show and an unintentional Peter Kay impression....
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BONUS PODCAST – ROBINS UNLEASHED MKV from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
CONSTANT ROBINS. John sat in for Ricky Wilson again, and again we’ve made a podcast, so here it is. Expect dehumidifier chat, an huge announcement, an infrequent feature and a memorable Tick Of A T...
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Episode 128 – Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwyllllantysiliogogogoch from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
It’s an exploration into relationships this week – why is John friends with Robin? How important is the power balance between Elis and John? Just how much does Elis love Dave’s body? All this plus ...
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Episode 127 - IKEAnecdotes, Little Georgie Ezra & Twitter Lady Bots from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
After John’s IKEA visit, and subsequent breakdown, last week we discover how he made use of his bushcraft equipment in the assemblage of his new furniture. Meanwhile, Elis reveals all about his sc...
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Episode 126 – Richard Madeley’s Mind, Double Billy & Cue Murder… from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Some niche gardening advice this week from Elis & John, potential crime novel titles, a stressful IKEA anecdote, and some…interesting…views on speech impediments (aka tongue vibes). All this plus H...
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Episode 125 – Grilliant, Playing Royal Blood To Shakespeare & #DragAlong from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
John & Elis take on Advertising this week before discussing Elizabethan playwrights (seriously), but the big story of this week’s podcast (other than the reunion of the whole EJ-JR-PD-PV team) was ...
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Episode 124 – Elis Returns, Nazgul Newsnight & Leaky John from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis returns from yet another big day for Welsh Football and gets a bit emotional. It’s a big week for John too as he prepares to appear on TVs Mock the Week. All this plus Humble Brag Of The Week,...
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Episode 123 – Lucky Shirts, Ironing Boards & Reasons To Be Cheerful from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
What with Wales suddenly being good at football Elis was once again in France this week, but joined John down the line from his hotel room, where he eagerly awaited the arrival of an ironing board....
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Episode 122 – Double Denim, Tote Bags & A Tour of Toulouse Airport from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis was in France again this week, keeping up with Wales at the Euros and, more importantly, finding out which car rental companies operate in Toulouse. John, meanwhile, had some new clothing to s...
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BONUS PODCAST – ROBINS UNLEASHED MKIV from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
We must stop meeting like this. More bonus Robins, with the return of a Ricky Quiz and this week so ace Festival Hacks. Plus more Singing Robins. Remember, you can get in touch with John and his ac...
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Episode 121 – Football Songs, Tax Records & Lonely Legends from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week Elis is in France, but thanks to the wonders of modern technology his dulcet tones could still be heard on Radio X shores, as he joined John down the line from his hotel room (in his pant...
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BONUS PODCAST – ROBINS UNLEASHED MKIII from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Once again, despite the concerns of Radio X bosses and the radio community at large, Robins was unleashed onto an unsuspecting Ricky Wilson audience. Inevitably, both badinage and Queen facts ensue...
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Episode 120 – Noisy Neighbors, Massages & Anarchy from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John have both experienced troubles this week, but in very different ways. John was scheduled in for a relaxing trip to the spa, but, due to some miscommunication, his massage didn’t quit...
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Episode 119 - Bushcraft, Bands In Small Places & Kazakh Billionaires from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week we relive John’s much anticipated bushcraft course through an audio diary recorded by the man himself. Was he able to whittle a spoon out of wood? Did he manage to pass the course? And ...
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Episode 118 – Corgi Registration, Living In A Bivouac & Individual Business Units from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This week we can all take a trip down Elis’ shame well with some linguistic comedy, and we catch a glimpse of how this comedy came to be as Elis remisces about a stand-up course he once attended. M...
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Episode 117 – Facebook Safe Space, Eurovision Translated & #smh from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Elis and John were talking petty grudges this week, and inevitably moved on to football stickers and Harry Potter. But there were new topics too - Magnum Chocolate Theft, the wordplay of Paul McCar...
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Episode 116 – Tidbits, Harmonies & Project Spice! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
This podcast will no doubt become known as the John’s Birthday Special – find out if Elis remembered, and if John received any gifts. Plus it’s the culmination of Project Spice – the boys eat a vin...
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Episode 115 – Ferrets, Bank Holiday & Police Statements from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
So many bases covered this week – ferrets, John’s dream, Elis’ timekeeping, pub crawls, a Brexit biscuit, Little Georgie Ezra, thieves, pigeons, bags, decades, bank holidays and loads more. It’s an...
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Episode 114 – Rescuing The Afternoon! from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Welcome to this week’s podcast from the brand new time slot of Saturday of 1pm – 4pm! Not a huge change, you’d assume, and you’re largely correct – it’s still the same badinage, the same features, ...
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BONUS PODCAST #ROBINSUNLEASHED MKII from 2021-01-31T22:10:42.023393
Due to Ricky Wilson's ongoing court case John sat in the broadcasting chair for the second week on a Sunday between the hours of 10am-1pm. During the three hours he consumed some Indie Landfill, Hu...
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Welcome to the new Elis James and John Robins podcast! from 2014-02-14T00:00
Here's a taster of the new show, starting Sunday 16 February on XFM.
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Welcome to the new Elis James and John Robins podcast! from 2014-02-14T00:00
Here's a taster of the new show, starting Sunday 16 February on XFM.
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Welcome to the new Elis James and John Robins podcast! from 2014-02-14T00:00
Here's a taster of the new show, starting Sunday 16 February on XFM.
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