Best Chatshow Podcasts (2025)

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Makarand Deshpande on working with Shah Rukh Khan, Nana Patekar, Dev Patel and his opinions on Theatre, Cricket, Acting & Anger! 1:04:25

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Theatre ka Devta is in the house! In this wildly entertaining and unfiltered episode, Cyrus Broacha is joined by actor, writer, director and theatre legend Makarand Deshpande. From working in the TV show Circus with Shah Rukh Khan to doing plays in Sanskrit, to voicing gangster films like Company, to making his Hollywood Debut in Monkey Man and pla…

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The Vanishing at Flannan Isles: Scotland’s Creepiest Lighthouse Mystery, Cherrywood Conspiracy Files 11:26

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Imagine three men stationed at a remote lighthouse… and then, nothing. No bodies. No distress calls. Just a stopped clock, a half-sliced loaf of bread, and a creeping silence that still haunts the waves more than 120 years later.In this gripping episode of The Cherrywood Conspiracy Files, our mysterious narrator dives deep into the true story of th…

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The Devil’s Footprints: A Chilling True Mystery Across Victorian England Cherrywood Conspiracy Files 14:08

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In 1855, Devon awoke to a nightmare in the snow.A single line of mysterious hoofprints stretched over 100 miles—across rivers, over rooftops, and straight through locked doors.No creature could have made them.No hoaxer could have covered that much ground.Even now, science can’t explain what happened.🔥 In this episode of The Cherrywood Conspiracy Fi…

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Trump’s Nobel Peace Prize, Poha Hatred & Parsi Cafés AMA ft. Vrushali Samant. 52:06

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This week on Cyrus Says AMA, Cyrus is joined by writer, screenwriter, and ex-MTV producer Vrushali Samant for an absolutely unfiltered, nostalgic, and gloriously off-the-rails conversation. Together, they take on a fresh batch of ridiculous (and sometimes suspiciously deep) questions from our listeners — covering everything from international polit…

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#125 From Karate Kid to World Champion: Sensei Nathan Marsh’s Story | Cherrywood Podcast 1:23:45

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In this hilarious, inspiring, and honest episode of the Cherrywood Podcast, Simon and Rachel sit down with Sensei Nathan Marsh, founder of KLUK – Karate Leadership UK, who shares how martial arts helped him transform his life and the lives of thousands of children and adults across Kent.From training in a garage and fighting for England to building…

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Mohit Suri’s Saiyaara Journey | From Rejection to YRF | Cyrus Says 48:29

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🎬 This week on Cyrus Says, acclaimed filmmaker Mohit Suri joins Cyrus to talk about his upcoming romantic drama Saiyaara. From his early days hustling scripts, to casting fresh faces and collaborating with YRF, Mohit shares the heartfelt and often hilarious journey of bringing a pure love story to life in today’s action-heavy cinema landscape. 💬 Mo…

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Lauren Gottlieb on working with Tom Cruise, Jennifer Lopez & Tobey Maguire! 1:10:48

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American dancer and actress Lauren Gottlieb joins Cyrus Says and drops bomb after bomb — from working with Tom Cruise on Tropic Thunder, pitching Britney Spears (but choosing JLo), and the time Tobey Maguire fired her! She also reflects on her whirlwind life: from dancing on Glee and So You Think You Can Dance, to shifting to India, doing Jhalak Di…

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Jimmy Boy's Legacy: Mumbai Zombie Plans & Global Comedy | AMA with Shreyas Manohar | Cyrus Says 55:54

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Cyrus and Shreyas Manohar return for a chaotic yet insightful episode covering everything from iconic restaurants to superhero hypotheticals. They begin with the news about Jimmy Boy, the beloved Parsi eatery forced to shut down just before its 100th year—only for Shreyas to clarify that the legacy continues across Mumbai in the form of takeaways a…

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#124 Fighting for Our Kids: The Harsh Truth About SEND Support in Schools 1:23:05

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In one of our most heartfelt episodes yet, we sit down with Laura and Kate from the SEND Consultancy Group to unpack the overwhelming challenges families face when trying to get the right education support for their children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).From EHCP battles and tribunal hearings, to the lack of training in sc…

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Rudraneil Sengupta on Kushti, The Phogats & The Deadly Side of Delhi. 1:05:41

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In this powerful episode of Cyrus Says, journalist and author Rudraneil Sengupta joins Cyrus to talk about his deeply researched book The Beast Within, which explores the raw, real world of Indian wrestling and the socio-cultural landscape that surrounds it. From the akhadas of Haryana to the rise of female wrestlers like the Phogats, Rudraneil sha…

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Ashish Vidyarthi on: 300+ Films, Fear, Food & Finding Freedom! 1:06:49

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In this deeply honest and entertaining episode of Cyrus Says, veteran actor Ashish Vidyarthi returns to the studio — not just as a performer, but as a storyteller, stand-up comic, and motivator. He opens up about how fear shaped his life, how language and theatre gave him wings, and how he's embraced reinvention in every season of his journey. Cyru…

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🎪 The Clown – A Chilling True Story | Cherrywood Conspiracy Files EP4 12:05

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Welcome back to the Cherrywood Conspiracy Files – the podcast that dives into strange events, unexplained encounters, and the stories you’re never quite sure you believe… until they happen to someone you know.This episode isn’t folklore. It’s not a dusty theory. This one really happened.It’s the true account of Cherrywood Podcast co-creator Simon B…

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Green Children of Woolpit: England’s Oldest Alien Encounter? The Cherrywood Conspiracy Files 12:43

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Did two children really walk out of a cave in 12th century England... from another world?Welcome to The Cherrywood Conspiracy Files — Episode 3: The Green Children of Woolpit.In this astonishing tale, new host Raphael takes us back to medieval Suffolk, where two green-skinned children appeared in the village of Woolpit, speaking no known language a…

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Did the Titanic Really Sink? The Olympic Switch Theory | Cherrywood Conspiracy Files Ep. 2 11:35

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🚢 Was it the Titanic… or the Olympic?In this explosive second episode of The Cherrywood Conspiracy Files, AI narrator Jack Lomas dives deep into the icy waters of 1912 to explore one of the most unsettling maritime theories in history:Was the Titanic swapped for its damaged sister ship, Olympic, in a grand insurance scam?Simon and Rachel Burridge b…

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Roswell 1947: UFO Cover-Up or Government Smoke Screen? | Cherrywood Conspiracy Files Ep. 1 14:00

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👽 Welcome to The Cherrywood Conspiracy Files, narrated by Jack Lomas — Simon and Rachel Burridge’s AI co-host, always ready to uncover the stories they don’t want you asking about.In Episode 1, we dive deep into the infamous 1947 Roswell Incident — the alleged UFO crash that kickstarted a global obsession. Was it really aliens? A Cold War secret? A…

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AMA with Siddhartha Shetty | Cyrus Says 1:00:29

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In this hilarious and candid episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with stand-up comedian Siddhartha Shetty, blending sharp comedy with relatable life stories. The conversation dives into Sid’s rise as a comedian while balancing a full-time corporate job in construction equipment sales, and how he keeps his natural Mumbai charm on stage. From …

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#123 The Medway Spaceman: BBC Secrets, Star Wars, and Superhero Surprises | Cherrywood Podcast 1:56:34

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This week on the Cherrywood Podcast, we’re joined by James Jefferson – known to many as the Medway Spaceman! 🚀 James talks about his lifelong passion for space, his time at the BBC, dressing up as everyone from Spider-Man to Boba Fett, and his mission to inspire children through space-themed school visits and self-published books.We dive into:How S…

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Apoorva Lakhia on Lagaan Secrets, 10,000 Extras & Bollywood’s First Call Sheet! 1:09:16

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In this action-packed episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Apoorva Lakhia takes us through his incredible journey — from the chaos of managing 10,000 extras on the set of Lagaan to leaving Aamir Khan behind as the production bus drove off in Bhuj. Apoorva opens up about how he brought Hollywood-style discipline to Bollywood, sharing hilarious and inten…

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Shaarang Shringarpure | Cricket Mimicry, Fund Management & Hilarious Accents 59:13

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In this fun-packed episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha chats with Shaarang Shringarpure — a fund manager by day and a brilliant mimicry artist by passion! Watch as Shaarang recreates legendary cricket commentaries, from Tony Greig to MS Dhoni, and reflects on his journey balancing finance with millions of fans who love his impressions. From Sachin…

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#122 From Lockdown Boxes to Wedding Grazing Tables | Graze on the Hill | Cherrywood Podcast 56:00

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Meet Laura from Graze on the Hill, a Kings Hill-based catering genius who started with graze boxes during lockdown and now caters weddings, corporate events, and everything in between with stunning grazing tables, luxury desserts, and even a new pancake cart!In this hilarious and heartfelt episode, Simon and Rachel uncover Laura’s inspiring story o…

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Kunal Kapoor on Rang De Basanti, Flying Planes & Life Beyond Bollywood! 55:41

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In this unfiltered episode of Cyrus Says, actor, writer, and entrepreneur Kunal Kapoor joins Cyrus for a fun, wide-ranging chat! From his modelling days to having fun with Cyrus in Australia; they go down the memory lane. He also shares insights on working with legends like Amitabh Bachchan. And also talks about how Amir Khan changed something in t…

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AMA with Niveditha Prakasam and Devanshi Shah | Cyrus Says 1:08:50

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In this laugh-out-loud episode of Cyrus Says, Cyrus Broacha sits down with comedians Nivedita and Devanshi for a wildly entertaining and unpredictable conversation. What starts as a casual chat about AMAs quickly spirals into hilarious commentary on bad coffee, South Indian pride, chaotic Indian traffic, and the trials of learning how to drive in M…

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Bollywood Bloodlines, First Love & Filmmaking | Siddharth P Malhotra on Cyrus Says 57:10

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In this heartwarming and hilarious episode of Cyrus Says, filmmaker Siddharth P Malhotra shares unfiltered stories from his life — from growing up in a legendary Bollywood family to choosing the director’s chair over the limelight. Expect fun banter about Bollywood’s complicated surnames, debates on leadership vs democracy in creative spaces, and a…

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RUGBY COMES TO INDIA ft. RAHUL BOSE 56:37

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Actor, activist, and passionate rugby advocate Rahul Bose joins Cyrus for an energetic and engaging episode of Cyrus Says. The two dive into a spirited conversation about the newly launched Rugby Premier League, with Rahul breaking down its vision, structure, and why he believes India — and specifically Mumbai — is the perfect ground to kick off th…