Best Produced by Chris Pope Podcasts (2025)

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Dues, wolves & Les Dennis 43:28

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Chris and James go celeb spotting in central London, whilst Sunil hits upon a unique strategy to make all your problems go away. The lads also play another riveting game of 'Would You Consume the Shroom?' Live shows: If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club…

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Holidays, shushings & a terrible foam 40:49

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Sunil finally snaps, James encourages responsible skulling and Chris evicts his new neighbours in the worst way possible. The lads also get a very cool message from an Argentinian farmer. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets wi…

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Cameras, wasps & a selfish settee 53:36

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Sunil throws his toys out of the pram, Chris campaigns passionately on behalf of all artists and James finally gets his hands on the Nintendo Switch 2. The lads also try to improve their social media game with calamitous results. If you want to experience the full force of Rural Concerns Live, you can grab tickets to our Manchester show at Fairfiel…

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St Cans Day, flapjacks & manifestations 44:31

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Chris uses his academic training to set a logic trap for a distracted James whilst Sunil talks us through an exciting new public holiday. You’ll be glad to know that Chris has risen from the flames, like Icarus! A mad, heatwave infused episode. You can watch Rural Concerns Live at Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets are selling fast! Ho…

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Garden centres, electrolytes & dead bodies 49:00

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Sunil has too much energy, James has literally zero sympathy and Chris has some kind advice for a friend who’s embarking on a new horticultural adventure. Don’t think it needs saying but if you are having a medical emergency please do not contact podcasters in the first instance. You can also watch Rural Concerns Live at Fairfield Social Club on 22…

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Misery metal, golf & Dirty Bertie 50:21

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Sunil drives a hard bargain, Chris fondly remembers the blandest of foods and James runs a website for nocturnal thrillseekers. One of the team also crosses a serious red line. Chris is doing the last ever performance of his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show at The Stand in Newcastle this Saturday 14th June. Grab your tickets now! You can also …

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Suits, snails & meatheads 46:36

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The lads regroup following the greatest live podcast show since records began. Spirits are high, but sadly it doesn’t take long before it descends into finger pointing. James wants us to clarify that he doesn’t write the introductions, Sunil unleashes the full force of his networking prowess and Chris is just relieved that it wasn’t his fault. Also…

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Chickens, vandals & cities of the future 48:40

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This live episode was recorded at the 2025 London Podcast Show! Chris desires justice, Sunil conducts Satan’s taste test and James anoints himself King of the Pizzas! Also, why can’t all tech be wireless? Thank you to everyone who attended this live show! Chris is performing his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show for the final time on 14th June …

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Deep cleans, compost & secret handshakes 45:30

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The lads reveal a secret the Masons don't want you to know! James is doing his bi-annual clean, Chris eyes up a new hobby and Sunil has become romantically entangled with a robot. Also, can we just give a shout out to all the lovely ladies? Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to the London Podcast Show TONIGHT! You can watch Chris’ …

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Episode 8: Flip Your Life - Episode 8 with Host Michael Haberman and featuring Greg Helbeck, Owner of Velocity House Buyers 30:11

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After high school, Greg Helbeck was pursuing his dream of playing professional hockey. But after a couple of years, he realized he was not going to make it to the NHL. So he packed his bags and returned home to New York - and started on a prolific real estate journey. In this episode he shares some of his strategies for wholesaling, flipping and bu…

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Popes, town criers & horses 44:20

2M ago44:20

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Post-Conclave, the lads celebrate the appointment of Pope Leo XIV. Chris wants to put pictures up in peoples’ houses without consent, James mistakenly believes he has taste and Sunil has never seen a horse working. Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to the London Podcast Show on 20th May (i.e. next Tuesday!) You can watch Chris’ Ed…

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Software, attics & transition lenses 49:30

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The lads convene on the eve of their second live show. Chris has bitten off more than he can chew, Sunil must drive through the night and James wants you to know he's a ‘quite good at it person’. Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to the London Podcast Show on 20th May. We’re also playing Manchester’s Fairfield Social Club on 22nd …

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Pee, proxies & pannatones 40:08

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Sunil learns he has a deadly look-alike, James reveals the trick to getting a heavily discounted Italian teacake and Chris reveals a dark secret about his leek trench. The lads also hit upon an ingenious marketing campaign, the only thing they’re missing is a duelling pistol… Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to the London Podcast…

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Cycling, side eye & dead dads 46:43

3M ago46:43

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Chris is thrilled to have completed his first ever 10,000 kilometer race only to have the legs cut out from underneath him. Sunil can hold his breath for ages and James thinks he’s great for cycling all the time. Also, can we please stop having a go at the Victorians? Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to the London Podcast Show on…

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Char siu, humidity & sartorial elegance 41:05

3M ago41:05

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Chris is fresh from a dinner party, Sunil tries to engage with geo-politics and Producer James gears up for a VIP event. The lads also read a letter from the wife of a gamer turned first-time gardener. Want to see the lads live? Rural Concerns is coming to Manchester’s Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets are already selling fast so grab…

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Poop, dandelions & the Sun Room 40:01

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Spring has come to Rural Concerns! Leek Club properly kicks off for Chris, whilst Producer James is besieged by a garden pest. Meanwhile, Sunil learns that a new bedroom brings new problems. Heavy is the crown and all that. Rural Concerns Live is coming to Manchester’s Fairfield Social Club on 22nd November. Tickets are already selling fast so grab…

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Episode 7: Flip Your Life - Episode 7 with Host Michael Haberman and featuring Becky Nova, Founder of Lady Landlords 26:54

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From cancer researcher to bar owner in Spain, Becky Nova's career has been a wild ride. But over the past few years, she's settled into what she seems to have been born for - real estate investor. Now as she grows her own portfolio, she's on a mission to help other women achieve financial freedom through Lady Landlords. But she still makes time to …

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Dad-law, chips & cafe culture 38:03

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Can we all agree that the concept of community is disappearing?! In this episode Chris is persecuted for his political beliefs, Sunil is harassed by a former housemate and Producer James is locked into a rant. If you haven’t listened before it’s just three lovely chaps dealing in van humour. Rural Concerns Live is coming to Manchester’s Fairfield S…

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First Birthday Shenanigans! 1:03:15

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Grab a Radler and dive in as Chris, Sunil and Producer James look back over their first year of the pod! You can see the lads live in Manchester on 11th November for their last live show of 2025. Grab your tickets, here! Big thanks to Phil Ellis, Amy Gledhill, Mark Silcox, Nicola Redman, Alisdair Beckett-King, Helen Bauer, Farmer Buggerton, Poppy H…

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Archery, Neck Oil & Top Soil 44:24

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Producer James visits a creche for 40 something men, Chris has finally done something for Leek Club and Sunil got to ride in a tow truck. The lads also consider what it takes to become a master archer. Chris still has a couple of tour dates! He's off to Barnard Castle (22nd March) and Chorley (17th May) Grab your tickets, here! Got a Rural Concern?…

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Nintendos, trackers & slime 49:28

4M ago49:28

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The lads ditch church for an emergency broadcast when Sunil's beloved Lexus is stolen! You can literally hear the testosterone flowing as he recounts this genuinely thrilling tale of vigilantism in action. Meanwhile, James’ wallet is about to take a big hit and Chris has stood in something viscous. Also, keep an eye on the sky if you’re knocking ab…

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Episode 6: Flip Your Life - Episode 6 with Host Michael Haberman and featuring Ed Hendrickson 24:12

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Ed Hendrickson was excited to be working for a hard money lender because real estate investing was always his goal. But he knew sitting behind a desk from 9-5 wouldn’t get him to where he wanted to be. So he gave up the W-2 job and teamed up with Rock East Funding about 6 years ago in a consulting role. Now in addition to originating loans, he flip…

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Eye masks, long drives & big cats 43:05

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James has been watching some films, Chris wants the bullies to hear and Sunil has eyes like a 12 year old. The lads also catch up on some letters including an update from their favourite wreck head… Chris still has a couple of tour dates! He's off to Barnard Castle (22nd March) and Chorley (17th May) Grab your tickets, here! Got a Rural Concern? Dr…

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Shoplifting, sheaths & the tip challenge 49:35

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In this incredibly puerile episode Sunil enjoys a cream cake, James just wanted some eggs and Chris apparently sends too many messages! The lads also issue a new challenge that’s set to become an obsession for the middle aged. Do you have a Rural Concern? Drop us an email at [email protected]. You can now listen to the second half of ou…

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Double yellows, cables & turkeys 39:16

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The Children of Matthews return! This week James is getting bombarded on WhatsApp, Sunil dreams of a drive-in parking space and Chris? Well, he just wants to be heard. This episode also contains a highly anticipated Leek Club update. Chris' tour starts this week! He's off to Leeds, Manchester, Bristol and Leicester! Grab your tickets, here! Got a R…

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Episode 5: Flip Your Life - Episode 5 with Host Michael Haberman and featuring Sean & Randi Lynch 27:36

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Sean and Randi Lynch started flipping houses while Sean was a selling state of the art medical equipment to hospitals. He was working on their flips on the weekends, but took a leap of faith and gave up his high-salary to go full force into real estate - just before Covid hit. They’ve learned to adapt, and their real estate career is thriving.…

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Teabags, gargoyles & multiple slanders [LIVE] 37:48

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Sunil, Chris and James unite in London to record their first ever live show! Expect academic thought experiments, tech mishaps and loads of slander. Thanks to all the legends who came down! This episode also features a sneak peek of Sunil's BBC Radio 4 series 'An idiot's guide to bagging an Heiress' which is on this week, every day, at 11.45am. Chr…

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Swears, tailors & birds of prey 36:45

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Tensions are running high in the build up to the first ever live show. Chris regrets joining Leek Club, James has no spatial awareness and Sunil just wants it all to end. Listen up, nerds! Chris is heading on a tour of the UK with his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show, Easily Swayed. He’s off to Gilsland, Edinburgh, Manchester (sold out), Leeds…

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Spider-goats, birthdays & the cursed mushroom 35:20

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Sunil’s spending his birthday studying conflict, James is showing off about his kitchen skills and Chris poses an impossible question which leaves the lads reeling. Please let us know if you think this actually is like an episode of the Twilight Zone! Hey, yo! Chris is heading on a tour of the UK with his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show, Easi…

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Awards, toilet seats & punctuality 43:24

6M ago43:24

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The boys are torn apart by success. James yearns to hold the trophy, Chris anoints the new Dune and Sunil isn't putting the seat down. Listen up, dweebs! Chris is heading on a tour of the UK with his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show, Easily Swayed. He’s off to Gilsland, Edinburgh, Manchester (SOLD OUT), Leeds (SOLD OUT), Leicester, Bristol (SE…

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Kirby, scams & sticky toffee pudding trifle 39:55

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Sunil’s been gorging on another decadent dessert and Chris has an embarrassing confession which sends Producer James into a censorious frenzy. The lads also read a letter from a lazy engineer. The lads will be back to shielding their vulnerabilities next week. Listen up, nerds! Chris is heading on a tour of the UK with his Edinburgh Comedy Award no…

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Episode 4: Flip Your Life with Host Michael Haberman, Hard Money Lender RockEast Funding- Episode 4 with Rob Manfredo Real Estate Investor 18:47

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Working on Wall Street meant hours and hours at the office and virtually no control of his schedule. So Rob Manfredo began investing in fix and flips. 70 projects later, he’s just getting started. And although it comes with its challenges, he’s grateful that being an investor has enabled him to spend valuable time with his son. To learn more about …

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Blue Monday, perfume & necromancy 41:23

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Welcome back to the first Rural Concerns of 2025! Sunil’s scared of the dark, Chris is a slave to his criminal impulses and Producer James wants to kick off the new year by dredging up the past. Sunil also gets very excited about a garden centre grotto and Chris gives us a rendition of Cicero’s thong song. You can email the lads your Rural Concerns…

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Chris and Producer James: Dad Time 25:17

7M ago25:17

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Chris and Producer James catch-up in the festive gap between proper episodes to discuss being dads. Normal service resumes next week!By A Lovely Time Productions

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Spice, babes & Tiny Tim 46:08

7M ago46:08

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The lads are joined by a very special guest for this merry festive episode! James is having a snowball, Chris ponders intergalactic travel and is it too late for Sunil to learn the true meaning of Christmas? Chris is going on tour in February. Get your tickets, here! Do you have a Rural Concern? Email it to the lads: [email protected]. …

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Pianos, Christmas markets & TikTokers 44:49

7M ago44:49

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Chris has made a new friend, Sunil doesn’t understand car insurance and James gets a telling off. Plus, the boys also discuss what tattoos they’ll get. Chris’ debut tour kicks off in February. Get your tickets, here! Drop us an email at [email protected] if you have a Rural Concern you’d like discussed! The best way to support this educ…

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Carpets, premieres & marginal gains 37:08

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Sunil promotes a new cable, a film and basically anything that isn't his own podcast. Meanwhile, Chris is getting some new carpet and James has a bone to pick. Also, we did an Internet Speed Test but forgot to actually say Chris' new stats. It was a mistake, but it does add a bit of dramatic tension for the next episode! Get your tickets to Chris’ …

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Episode 3: Flip Your Life with Host Michael Haberman, Hard Money Lender RockEast Funding- Episode 3 with Brent Pope Real Estate Investor 17:55

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After a 20 year career in corporate IT, Brent Pope left it behind to invest in real estate. Over the past 7 years, he has done “fix and flips”, acquired some rentals and now flips land. In his newest venture, he’s returning to technology and building an AI tool that will help grow his real estate business. To learn more about Michael Haberman click…

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Treason, hoovers & more town planning 34:19

8M ago34:19

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Chris and Sunil's latent megalomania manifests again itself this week - yes it's more town planning chat. (Producer James wrote this week's blurb). Some middle-aged radio chat leads to these cheeky boys auditioning for a prime time radio slot. Can you get fired from a job during the audition? It certainly seems so! And, yeah, some opinions on the c…

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Death cleaning, battery care & weddings 45:34

8M ago45:34

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Chris provides some top tips for organising a wedding, Sunil talks about power banks and Producer James holds a grudge against working people. In other news, Chris is definitely working class and the lads discuss what happens when you die. A right laugh this one. Chris is taking his show on a tour of the UK! He’s heading to the Soho Theatre in Lond…

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Dungeness, jet office & personal drones 33:48

8M ago33:48

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Chris’ advice puts a friend in a tough spot, Sunil visits the silliest office ever and James continues to be smug about his internet speed test. The lads also discuss the logistics of having a personal drone. Chris is taking his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show on a tour of the UK! He’s heading to the Soho Theatre from the 4th - 7th December, …

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Vibes, recycling & censorship 38:51

8M ago38:51

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Chris and Sunil go boots in on the biggest political podcast of the age which makes Producer James incredibly nervous. The lads also read a letter from a young lad who’s studying rubbish. This episode definitely is not a US election special! Catch Chris on tour! He’s taking his Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show to Edinburgh, London, Leeds, Manc…

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Episode 2: Flip Your Life with Host Michael Haberman, Hard Money Lender RockEast Funding- Episode 2 with Eric Helboc Real Estate Investor 18:11

8M ago18:11

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Eric Helboc started investing in real estate while working a full-time job as a public school teacher. His various real estate initiatives grew to a point where two years ago he took a leave of absence from teaching to focus on real estate. Just recently he decided to officially resign and focus solely on real estate. Now making breakfast for his k…

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Community pub, Euston & ouija board etiquette 42:47

8M ago42:47

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Chris gives us the lowdown on a newly opened countryside pub, Sunil reveals a secret about the most chaotic rail terminus in London and much to Producer James’ chagrin, the lads agree to prioritise free speech over pleasing corporate overlords. The boys also read a letter from a young man who’s living the dream. We’re doing the first ever live edit…

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Oddballs, seasonal drinks & Lord Patel 35:25

9M ago35:25

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It’s a topsy turvy episode as Chris is in London and Sunil’s been to the countryside! The lads discuss troublemakers, Pumpkin Spice lattes and just how many people need to die before Sunil can take up his rightful position as ruler of the British people. Quite a testosterone-y episode; there’s a bit too much swearing and James talks about his bowel…

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Threats, fit listeners & Farmer Buggerton 42:55

9M ago42:55

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Farmer Buggerton returns to teach Sunil all about competitive leek growing. Can Chris keep it together and will James chill out about death threats? Spoiler alert: the answer to both is no. Huge news klaxon! We’re doing the first ever live edition of Rural Concerns on Saturday 1st February 2025 at The Bill Murray in London. Get your tickets here! D…

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Wrestling, secret chocolate & a dead mouse 40:03

9M ago40:03

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Sunil meets a horse, Chris relives his high octane stag do and Producer James has some pertinent thoughts about Malteasers. Meanwhile, Sunil is still making his way through all that flapjack. Do you have a Rural Concern or city related query? Drop us an email at [email protected] and we’ll discuss it respectfully and in great detail! Th…

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Warhammer 40k, the church & leeks 36:20

9M ago36:20

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Sunil talks about crushing his enemies whilst eating flapjacks, Chris reports back from the Leek Club AGM and the lads discuss the challenges facing Chris’ local church through the prism of a popular tabletop strategy game about space soldiers fighting for survival in the far future. Do you have a Rural Concern or city related query? Drop us an ema…

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Gravel, village pubs & the sight 35:12

10M ago35:12

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Chris reveals his dad’s a paranormal tuning fork, Sunil takes receipt of a metric ton of gravel and Producer James could make Christmas boring. Easily the most chaotic start to an episode. Do you have a Rural Concern or countryside related query? Chris, Sunil and James would love to hear about it! Drop us an email at [email protected]. …

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The Kynren, basements & cupboards within cupboards 15:06

10M ago15:06

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Sunil's being haunted, Producer James remembers the time some bloke lived in his basement and Chris has been celebrating Englishness. The lads also consider excellence in hospitality. If you want to learn more about the Kynren, head to their website! It’s also worth mentioning that the actors and crew are all drawn from the community which is nifty…

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