Best Commute Guy Podcasts (2025)

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Musical Rivalries, Chippy Chat, and a shockingly Lazy Susan 55:25

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This week, Johnny and The Gang find out about the greatest of great musical rivalries, there’s Chippy Chat in this week's Tradesman Talk, and listener Tony shares some shockingly lazy pie-based laziness. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www…

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Dis or Dat! A Would You Rather Experience - MOW #581 1:03:54

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We present another episode of Dis or Dat! Otherwise known as This or That, or Would You Rather. It has been a while since we have done this show, and Eli has brought it back with a vengeance, presenting a slew of interesting topics and even tougher choices. Which of our pairings do you choose? Let us know at [email protected] or call at 815-669-…

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How Much Can Your Love Life Change in One Summer? 39:17

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In 2018, we followed eight listeners as they dated over the course of the summer. We heard about having sex for the first time, being ghosted, downloading and deleting dating apps, and grieving one partner while falling in love with someone new. In this episode, you’ll hear the final check-in with our eight daters (you can listen to the first and s…

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BONUS – Ant Smuggling, Edith in Brixham, and The Proto-Bez 49:59

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This week, you posh up, there are more made-up phrases in Pigs & Troughs, and ants are smuggled. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Am I The Bad Guy (AITA)? Walt Disney World & Aulani - MOW #580 47:23

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We present another episode of “Am I The Bad Guy?” WHICH, as you might tell, is similar in nature to the various posts labeled AITA (look it up). However, since this is a Disney-fan podcast, we are focusing on Disney stories and posts that ask, 'AITA' or 'AITBD,' in our case. On this episode, we explore the plight of a man married to a Disney adult,…

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Money Advice For This Weird Moment 1:13:39

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At a time when inflation, tariffs, and stock market fluctuations are creating confusion and financial strain, we’ve assembled an unlikely panel of experts to answer your money questions, big and small. Our panel includes: Bethel Habte, a financial coach and author of the Deconstructing Money newsletter; Mark Blythe, economics professor at Brown Uni…

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What You Taught-Us, A Very British Brazilian, and Helmets 1:01:03

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This week, Johnny and the gang find out about an extraordinary story of Ginger the escaping tortoise, a Brazilian who was determined to move to England, and we hear from Pet Town Correspondent Jennie. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.ra…

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Disney Watersports: Remembering the Magic - MOW #579 51:55

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In this episode, we discuss Disney Watersports! It’s time to remember the magic as we look back at three defunct aquatic adventures that Disney used to offer its resort guests: fishing off of Tom Sawyer Island, speedboating around the Walt Disney World waterways, and snorkeling with sharks over at Typhoon Lagoon. Have you partaken in any of these a…

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How a Matchmaking Job Inspired a Film About Dating's Secret Economy 46:04

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Long before Celine Song was nominated for an Academy Award for her directorial debut, Past Lives, she was a struggling playwright in New York City with a side hustle: matchmaking. In this episode, Celine talks about how that experience inspired the plot of her new A24 movie, Materialists, starring Dakota Johnson, Chris Evans, and Pedro Pascal. This…

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Samsung Schubert, DIY Another Day, and A Flying Taxi 51:21

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This week, MI5 started a search for a chippy, Sunta tried something new that wasn’t disgusting, it was alright, and you slept through a whole host of things. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Disney Lilo & Stitch (2025) Movie Review - MOW #578 1:02:53

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On this show, we review Lilo & Stitch, the 2025 live-action remake of their 2002 animated film. This is Walt Disney Pictures’ latest offering for the 2025 summer blockbuster movie season, whose official date of release in the United States was on Friday, May 23, 2025. We present our review in two parts: non-spoiler and spoiler-filled, and give you …

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Betraying a Friendship to Get a Viral Story 1:04:37

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When blogger AJ Daulerio broke the Brett Favre sexting scandal in 2010, it became one of the biggest stories of his career. But it came at a cost: he had betrayed Jenn Sterger, the woman at the center of the story, who had confided in him as a friend and explicitly asked him not to name her. The fallout was immediate and lasting. Jenn became the ta…

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Sleepwear, Playgrounds Politics, and a Whole Lotta Love 56:15

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This week, find out what happened when Johnny unwittingly became a playground activities leader, there are summer sleepwear conundrums, and Gav showed a Hero a Whole Lotta Love... Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Rachel’s Trip to Epic Universe: Potter, Dragons, & Celestial Park - MOW #577 1:15:12

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Rachel had the opportunity to visit Universal Epic Universe with her family during the travel agent previews at the end of April 2025. This is part 3 of 3 episodes discussing her first-hand experience in Universal’s new park. In this episode, we discuss the Ministry of Magic, Isle of Berk, and Celestial Park! Check out show #575 to hear about Super…

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Why Chef José Andrés Googled ‘How to Be a Father’ 41:05

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José Andrés is at the helm of more than a dozen restaurants and is famous for the humanitarian work that his organization World Central Kitchen does everywhere from Haiti to Gaza. But when it comes to parenting, José says he’s often felt less than confident. In this episode, he discusses his somewhat rocky upbringing in Spain, his successes and str…

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Nudity in Cannes, a Pointless Scheme, and a Scaffolder's Foot 49:11

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This week, Johnny shares King Charles' proposal of a pointless scheme, there's some shocking news from Cannes, and a scaffolder sets foot somewhere surprising. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Rachel’s Trip to Epic Universe: All About Dark Universe - MOW #576 1:02:25

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Rachel had the opportunity to visit Universal Epic Universe with her family during the travel agent previews at the end of April 2025. This is part 2 of 3 episodes discussing her first-hand experience in Universal’s new park. In this episode, we discuss the world of Dark Universe! Check out show #575 to hear about Super Nintendo World and show #577…

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Your IRL Dating Stories 54:35

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A man delivers an unforgettable pickup line. A woman asks her Uber driver out on a date. A rancher swears off men and then, years later, suddenly develops feelings for the guy down the road. This week, listeners share offline dating stories for the ages, including charming meet-cutes, frustrating missed connections, and happily ever afters. We also…

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Family Feuds, Solo Packers & Pigeons 57:11

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This week, find out why Johnny is only eating cereal and toast, how female solo travellers are the fastest growing group of people and the team techno the pigeon sound. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Rachel’s Trip: Older Parks, Logistics, & Super Nintendo World - MOW #575 1:03:07

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Rachel had the opportunity to visit Universal Epic Universe with her family during the travel agent previews at the end of April 2025. This is part 1 of 3 episodes discussing her first-hand experience in Universal’s new park. In this episode, we discuss the unfortunate state of the older Universal Florida parks, the logistics to consider when going…

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Isabel Allende on Grief, Ayahuasca, and Dating After 70 53:01

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Isabel Allende didn’t publish her first book until she was 39, after losing nearly everything in the wake of the Chilean military coup. More than four decades later, she’s become one of the most beloved Spanish-language authors, with over 80 million copies of her books sold worldwide. After political exile, writing books became Allende’s way of mak…

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Sleepy Cardinal, Lazy Butter-Eating, and Cats Who Lick Toes 59:14

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This week, Johnny shares a story of a cat licking food, a Bishop sleeps through a very important announcement, and we have a new high-ranking Lazy Susan. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Bad Behavior in the Disney Parks - MOW #574 1:00:46

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It’s time for another episode about bad behavior in the Disney Parks. We were planning to discuss any Disney news that might have taken place in the past couple of weeks during which we covered Universal Epic Universe, but there was absolutely nothing of significance to report…outside of these stories of people being bad in the most magical and the…

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The Patient and Cunning Work of Defending LGBTQ Rights with a Republican Supermajority 56:14

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In West Virginia, Republicans hold one of the largest supermajorities in the country, and it’s growing. Just 11 Democrats — down from 14 last year — are in the 134-member Legislature. It's a political reality that isn't necessarily conducive to advancing LGBTQ rights. But that's Andrew Schneider's job. As head of Fairness West Virginia, Andrew has …

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C.H.E.R.U.B., Pigs And Troughs, and the problem with Casablanca 53:34

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This week, Johnny reports back after a trip to Marrakech, there’s some shocking news about prawns, and Producer John aka Jackie Shepherd aka The Golden Cherub of British radio aka The GC takes us on a trip around our pet town. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on G…

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Universal Epic Universe Food - MOW #573 1:23:06

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Well, it is confirmed: the Magic Our Way podcast will be traveling to Florida at the end of April and the beginning of June. In both cases, we have the opportunity to visit Universal Epic Universe for the first time. Last week (Show #572), we conducted some initial planning to determine what we wanted to see. On this episode, we discuss our favorit…

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Are Airline Pilots Allowed to Be Depressed? 54:32

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To fly a plane, pilots must prove to the Federal Aviation Administration that they’re physically and mentally fit. But when it comes to mental health, the rules are complicated and, some say, outdated. Pilots who need antidepressants are limited to a short list of approved medications and must take a mandatory six-month leave. Even common diagnoses…

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BONUS – Rare Animal News, Reluctantly Ripped, and Itching 52:27

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No 4 Til 7 Thang this week as The Gang were on holiday, but that doesn’t stop us giving you a podcast. In these best bits that never made the podcast before, expect youthful lying, office-based sedentary geography, and porcupine hunting. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manch…

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Universal Epic Universe Initial Planning - MOW #572 1:12:24

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Well, it is confirmed: the Magic Our Way podcast will be traveling to Florida at the end of April and the beginning of June. In both cases, we have the opportunity to visit Universal Epic Universe for the first time. Understanding that there is a possibility that we may not see everything in one day, Rachel takes us through an exercise she conducts…

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How the ‘Subway Takes’ Guy Became His Own Nepo Baby 56:19

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Kareem Rahma, host of the viral web series Subway Takes, says he’s been working since he was 14 and hasn’t really taken a break. In high school, he worked service jobs. In college, he bought and re-sold motorcycles, jeans, and whatever else he thought he could flip. This week on the show, Kareem explains why he’s had so many jobs, including posts a…

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Ear-itches, Eagles & Loopy Things 58:13

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Find out what happened when Sunta and Johnny went to Porto for the weekend. Plus, standby for pillow talk, ear-itches and an eagle called Jim. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Attractions That Would Benefit From Added Audio-Animatronics - MOW #571 1:06:20

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For this show, we discuss which attractions would benefit significantly if audio-animatronics were added. We each pick an attraction and present our high-level ideas of what that would look like. Plus, we go off on some tangents, including exploring which live-action Spider-Man is the best and male anatomy. Which attraction would benefit from added…

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Scorpion Venom and Coffee Enemas Didn't Cure My Mother's Cancer 44:18

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At a time when skepticism about conventional medicine has become even more mainstream, we’re revisiting a story about the causes and effects of that mistrust. Archie Matlow’s mother refused to get a surgery that could have saved her life, which led to her and Archie trying to love each other while bitterly at odds. You can listen to the full audio …

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Italian Witchcraft, Irish Hobbits & Crestfallen Chums 1:04:13

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This week, we go heavy on Italy, Gav gets stuck in quick sand and Little Si does something sickeningly orthodox. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Things 2 Know for Your 2025 Theme Park Vacation - MOW #570 1:10:28

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Planning to visit the theme parks sometime during 2025? When Rachel helps you plan for your next Florida theme park vacation, here are some things to consider. We discuss ways to save money with new promotions; let you know of new attractions, shows, and lounges; and make you aware of new Universal Epic Universe options. What do you think of all th…

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Laughing About Hard Things 1:11:29

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Alongside life's darkest moments there often are moments of absurdity that make us laugh. In this episode, from a live San Francisco comedy festival in January, Anna and guests talk about the special kind of comedy born of something sad. Comedians Guy Branum and Carl Tart share stories of writing a sitcom about Zoom-era social relationships. Chanel…

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Fair Verona, Latin Noughties Bangers, and Broken Britain Haikus 59:59

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This week, Little Simon got stuck on a slide, there’s more egg chat, and alcohol mix-ups as we talk “Beryl’s special milk”. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Guest Services: Voicemails, Emails, Texts, and DMs OH MY! - MOW #569 1:03:16

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Magic Our Way is a podcast that welcomes all thoughts and opinions. In this episode, we respond to all of our listener communication from various platforms. We have voicemails, emails, and text messages to respond to, plus we have some listeners that slide into our DMs. We may not make it through all of them, but we hope you enjoy our attempt to ca…

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A Middle-Aged Couple Made Porn to Spice Things Up. Then One of Them Got Fired. 52:33

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When Joe Gow was fired from his position as chancellor and professor at the University of Wisconsin at La Crosse, his superiors said it was due to “abhorrent” behavior. Joe had made porn videos with his wife Carmen and uploaded them onto the internet under the name “Sexy Happy Couple.” This week, Joe and Carmen tell their side of the story and expl…

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Spicy Feedback, Geoff vs Vanessa, and an Epic Land-Voyage 54:41

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This week, listener Simon took on an epic journey, the Thang Gang put the Latin in Pop, and we met your Ail-Mates. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.ukBy Radio X

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Disney Parks Summer 2025 Spectaculars - MOW #568 1:08:58

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In this episode, we discuss all the Disney Live Entertainment spectaculars coming to the Disney Parks in Summer 2025. We are getting parades, water shows, projection shows, cavalcades, and fireworks…some new ones and some returning old ones. We discussed World of Color Happiness, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, Paint the Night, and much, mu…

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Life After Blowing It All Up: A Sugar Baby Story Revisited 49:31

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In 2020, we made an episode about a listener who cheated on his wife with sex workers and was going through a divorce. He told us the idea to go on the website Seeking Arrangement came from an episode we made about sugar babies. A few weeks ago we called “Ethan” back to see what’s changed in his life since our first conversation, and how he navigat…

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Woody Harrelson, Danny Dyer, and International Bagpipe Day 59:49

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This week, The Thang Gang spoke to friend-of-the-show Woody Harrelson, Danny Dyer didn’t hold back when revealing exactly what he thinks of Luton, Johnny was miraculously delivered at the dentist, and Rugby World Cup-winner Martin Johnson was a surprise guest! Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in L…

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Disney’s 2025 SXSW Presentation - MOW #567 1:10:45

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On Saturday, March 8th, 2025, the Disney Experiences and Disney Entertainment divisions co-presented at the 2025 South by Southwest (SXSW) conference in Austin, Texas. In this presentation, Disney discussed the ongoing collaboration of those divisions where Disney film/television/gaming inspire experiences in the Disney Parks and vice versa. The to…

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Call It ‘A Midlife Awakening’ 58:21

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Anna talks to writer Ada Calhoun, author most recently of the novel Crush, about a married woman succumbing to extramarital temptation (she wrote it while she herself was separating from her husband) and then to comedian Rosebud Baker about her new Netflix comedy special, The Mother Lode, which is all about late-stage pregnancy and early motherhood…

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The Lazy Susans, Mouse-To-Mouse, and Not Ruling It Out 49:53

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This week, Gav has a terrifying toilet-based tale, you tell us what you’re not ruling out, and The 4 Til 7 Thang Academy Board begins accepting nominations for The Lazy Susans… Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Professional Wrestling and Disney, Part Two - MOW #566 1:17:41

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Throughout history, there have been several instances in which professional wrestling and Disney have crossed paths. We explore four such instances in the Disney Parks, from attractions to film and television. Hear about Hulk Hogan’s short acting career and one wrestler’s phallic gimmick. Catch the first two stories on show #565. What wrestling and…

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From Uncertainty to Total Chaos, Your Stories About the New Trump Term 55:14

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Since the inauguration in January, we’ve been getting emails and voice recordings from people whose lives have been thrust into uncertainty due to changes made by the Trump administration. Many federal workers and people who rely on federal money have lost their jobs. Others feel vulnerable and uncertain. This week, we’ll hear from a range of peopl…

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Data Team Profile: Dawn, Binmen, and Cocktail Guy 54:53

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This week, Johnny travels to a CBeebies concert, Little Simon has his first in a series of Data Team Profiles – this week we meet Dawn - and we have crazy levels of authentic fun. Hear Johnny on Radio X every weekday at 4pm across the UK on digital radio, 104.9 FM in London, 97.7 FM in Manchester, on Global Player or via www.radiox.co.uk…

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Professional Wrestling and Disney, Part One - MOW #565 58:05

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Throughout history, there have been several instances in which professional wrestling and Disney have crossed paths. We explore four such instances in the Disney Parks, from attractions to film and television. Hear about a grandma who is a wrestling fan and about when wrestling was an “attraction.” What wresting and Disney memories can you recall? …