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Join Rob this week as he chats to comedian, writer and actor Chris McCausland. The pair discuss Chris’s varied background, from software engineering to an almost MI5 agent. Rob finds out how Chris broke into the comedy scene and Chris shares stories from his latest and long running tour, Yonks!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week, Rob welcomes a friend on the pod that he’s been performing with since school. Together they are part of the most anticipated Christmas special, Gavin & Stacey. It is of course Ruth Jones. The pair talk about their early acting days together and Ruth shares an awkward encounter with Gwyneth Paltrow. Rob delves into Ruth's current West End role in Sister Act The Musical and they share stories about life as alter-egos, Uncle Bryn and Nessa.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week Rob is joined by Danish actor, and undercover musician, Claes Bang to talk about his upcoming historical epic, William Tell. Claes shares how his career has exploded on the global stage after his award-winning performance in The Square, starring alongside Elisabeth Moss and Dominic West. The pair discuss their comedy connections, from to Sharon Horgan to Stephen Merchant, and Claes shares how Mark Gatiss helped him find humour in the darker roles, while taking on Dracula.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From flying cars in rural England to the dancefloors of Brooklyn, this week's guest has done it all. Join Rob as he welcomes star of the stage and screen, Adam Garcia, onto the pod. Adam shares what it was like working with the Bee Gees and being part of the stage production of Saturday Night Fever. The pair discuss their experiences working with mutual friend Kenneth Branagh and Adam shares stories from his current nationwide tour of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From the glamorous world of the New York modeling scene to London's comedy circuits, this week’s guest, Michelle de Swarte, has done it all. Rob finds out how Michelle was discovered, about her move to America and what drew her into comedy. The pair also discuss working with Katherine Ryan and Michelle reveals the inspiration behind her new comedy drama series, Spent.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From political outrage to scathing between broadcast rants. He's everyone's favourite fictional political correspondent, it is of course Tom Walker aka Jonathan Pie. Rob finds out the story behind Jonathan Pie and the long road to viral success. The pair discuss comedy inspirations and Tom shares what he'd like to do next. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week on the pod Rob welcomes one of Ireland's best-known comedians and actresses, Aisling Bea. The pair talk about Aisling's early life and what it was like working with Domhnall Gleeson and Andrea Riseborough on Channel 4’s Alice & Jack. As well as the upcoming series 2 of Avoidance with Romesh Ranganathan. Aisling also openly shares how she has found ways to manage her ADHD.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Kicking off the new series on the pod, Rob welcomes a big guest who’s everyone’s favourite King of suburbia. From murder mysteries to gold heists, he’s done it all. It is of course the hugely talented, Tom Davis! Rob and Tom chat about his latest tour and what it was like working with Lee Mack and Timothée Chalamet. The pair also discuss the highs and lows of touring and Tom reveals why he had to become a secret sausage dealer on the set of Wonka…See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week, Rob looks back at some of the biggest Hollywood guests he's had on the pod. Revisiting Michael Cera, who shares how he found acting; David Harbour on how he landed his role in Stranger Things and Will Ferrell who shares how he once pranked Rob on set...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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For the fourth and final instalment of the Best Of compilations, Rob looks back at more of the best bits from the series. From Ben Miller on how he broke into the comedy scene, to Anton Du Beke on ballroom dancing and Joanna Lumley on the swinging sixties and seventies in London. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From Take That to Mid Morning Matters, this week on the pod, Rob looks back at more of the best moments from the series. Revisiting Robbie Williams, who shares the secrets behind his performances. Katherine Ryan, who talks about balancing comedy with having children and Tim Key, on the stories behind Sidekick Simon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week on the pod, Rob looks back at more of the best bits from this series. From Julia Davis on Human Remains, Michael Palin on performing Monty Python and Dara Ó Briain on making Samuel L. Jackson laugh, and annoying Mark Wahlberg.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week, Rob looks back at some of the best moments of the series. From Steve Coogan on Julia Davis and Alan Partridge, to Steve Pemberton on the final series of Inside No. 9 and Ashley Jensen sharing stories about some of the famous faces she worked with on Extras.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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For the last episode of this series, Rob welcomes fellow comedian Paul Foot onto the pod. Rob finds out about Paul’s surprising love of spiders and what made him decide to get into stand up. Paul also reveals the moment where his anxiety and depression disappeared and why this is the inspiration behind his latest tour, Dissolve.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Actor, poet and the best-known sidekick in radio. This week's guest is far from low- key, it is of course the comedy genius, Tim Key. Rob finds out how Tim found his own unique brand of comedy on stage and the pair share Saxondale stories. Tim reveals what it was like being cast as Sidekick Simon and being in a scene with the character Alan Partridge. Tim also discusses his new poetry anthology, Chapters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week on the pod, Rob is joined by rising star Máiréad Tyers. Rob finds out how Máiréad got into acting and what it was like being cast by Kenneth Branagh, in his Oscar winning film, Belfast. The pair also discuss Máiréad’s first leading role in the Disney+ superhero series, Extraordinary. As well as their upcoming parts in the new fantasy period drama, My Lady Jane.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Rob welcomes fellow comedian and actress Rachel Parris on the pod this week to talk about her latest book, Advice from Strangers. The pair explore some of the best bits of advice and what it means to them. Rob finds out about Rachel’s secret love of goths and what it’s like being married to, and working with, comedian Marcus Brigstocke. Rachel also speaks candidly about her panic attacks and nervous breakdown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From high schools to Hellboy heretics and rebel alliances this week's guest is abit of a Rogue One. It is of course, the talented Alistair Petrie. Rob finds out how it all started and where Alistair got his fighting spirit. The pair discuss the hugely popular Sex Education and what almost happened with the hit Netflix series, The Crown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Rob is joined this week by the incredibly talented comedian, actor and writer Sindhu Vee. The pair discussed East vs West parenting styles, breaking into the comedy scene and transitioning into acting. Sindhu shares stories from her first big role in Roald Dahl's Matilda the Musical and her new comedy series, The Pradeeps of Pittsburgh.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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This week on the pod, Rob welcomes Alex Macqueen- a fellow actor, writer and old friend. The pair dive into The Thick of It and discuss where their paths have crossed on stage and screen, including a very queasy performance Alex had with Rob and Kenneth Branagh. Alex shares what it was like working with the legendary Michael Caine, Dame Judi Dench and Will Ferrell. Rob finds out about a new project Alex is developing with Adeel Akhtar and why he’ll forever be known as Neil’s dad.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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