Best Kiri Pritchard Mclean Podcasts (2025)

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James Rebanks and Kiri Pritchard-McLean at the Hay Festival 27:51

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THE IRON AGE by Arja KajermoA SHORT STAY IN HELL by Steven L PeckSTONE YARD DEVOTIONAL by Charlotte Wood James Rebanks is a farmer from the Lake District as well as author of The Shepherd's Life. His new book The Place of Tides is about his time in Norway learning from an elderly woman who cared for eider ducks on a remote island. His book choice i…

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Joanna Hardy-Susskind and Horatio Clare 27:49

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THE TRUCE by Primo Levi, chosen by Horatio Clare THE SUN DOES SHINE by Anthony Ray Hinton with Lara Love Hardin, chosen by Joanna Hardy-SusskindSULA by Toni Morrison, chosen by Harriett Gilbert Writer Horatio Clare joins criminal defence barrister Joanna Hardy-Susskind to discuss favourite books with Harriett Gilbert. Horatio's choice is a book he …

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Kat Sadler's Screen Time 28:29

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Industry heartthrob and nation's sweetheart Kat is on her way to an exciting product launch in a long car, with long suffering sidekick Alex Macqueen. On the way, she shares the secrets of her success, and how series one of Screen Time made her the most famous woman to ever grace the UK. Now that she's the biggest influencer ever, Kat teaches you h…

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Desiree Akhavan and Rosie Wilby 27:51

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ALL FOURS by Miranda July, chosen by Desiree AkhavanUNTRUE by Wednesday Martin, chosen by Rosie WilbyDRAGON TALK by Fleur Adcock, chosen by Harriett Gilbert Filmmaker and writer Desiree Akhavan joins comedian, writer and podcaster Rosie Wilby as they discuss favourite books with Harriett Gilbert. Desiree's choice is All Fours by Miranda July, a nov…

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 120 - Part 3 - David Bain 1:02:11

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. Welcome to part 3 of the Bain family murders. David Bain was convicted and then acquited for the murder of his parents and sisters, but who was real…

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Ashley Blaker's Hyperfixations 28:26

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"Americans have a long history of taking British things and ballsing them up. They took football and added helmets and cheerleaders; they took ice lollies and called them popsicles; and they took James Corden and then sent him back here." Among Ashley’s more unusual hyperfixations is a life-long love of professional wrestling. This special interest…

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Maisie Adam: Euros Fever 28:34

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Are you excited to watch England and Wales this summer? Comedian and football obsessed Maisie Adam can’t wait for the Euros and wants to capture the magic you only get before a big international tournament. This is her ultimate guide to the Euros and guarantees to get you in the mood for the highs, the lows and the drama of the Women’s Euros 2025. …

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Budgie and Juhea Kim 27:52

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NAUSEA by Jean-Paul SartreGO WENT GONE by Jenny ErpenbeckLAURUS by Evgeny Vodolazkin Budgie is best known as the drummer with Siouxsie & The Banshees and The Creatures, as well as The Slits. His memoir The Absence: Memoirs of A Banshee is published in July 2025. Together with the Korean novelist Juhea Kim he chooses his favourite book to discuss wi…

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 120 - Part 2 - David Bain 1:05:37

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. Welcome to part 2 of the Bain family murders. David Bain was convicted and then acquited for the murder of his parents and sisters, but who was real…

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Your Mum 28:31

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Janine tells us what happened when she was swapped at birth, why her brother has a bunker in Arizona and how her mum rules the roost with her ‘feminine guile’. Russell gives his hot take on childbirth, makes a case against toddler food and thanks his mum for putting up with his extraordinary amount of energy. In this series, Laura Smyth sits down w…

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Xantoné Blacq and Harry Trevaldwyn 27:45

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WHEN GOD WAS A RABBIT by Sarah Winman, chosen by Harry TrevaldwynTHE ALCHEMIST by Paulo Coelho, chosen by Xantoné BlacqJAMES by Percival Everett, chosen by Harriett Gilbert Music producer and composer Xantoné Blacq joins actor and writer Harry Trevaldwyn to share the books they love with presenter Harriett Gilbert. First up, Harry brings to the tab…

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Henry Normal: A Normal... Humanity 29:03

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Join Henry Normal as he uses his unique blend of comedy and poetry to investigate what it truly means to be human. How are we different from other animals? Is there such a thing as a soul? Is it green or brown bin day today? These are just some of the unanswered questions Henry will be leaving unanswered in this new show, recorded live at the Hay-o…

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Josh Cohen and Nussaibah Younis 27:21

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BIG SWISS by Jen Beagin, chosen by Nussaibah YounisA HEART SO WHITE by Javier Marías, chosen by Josh CohenTHE END OF EDDY by Edouard Louis, chosen by Harriett Gilbert Big Swiss is a 29-year-old gynecologist who has never had an orgasm. Greta Work is an audio transcriber for a sex therapist who is infatuated by one of his clients. After an encounter…

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 120 - Part 1 - David Bain 1:22:24

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. Episode 120 is the first ever case suggested by a live audience - the Bain family murders. David Bain was convicted and then acquited for the murder…

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Live from the UK 28:53

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Live from the UK brings you the best comedy talent from around the country, all from the comfort of your own headphones. Stand up legend Angela Barnes talks to Glasgow about their swearing, Newcastle about their love of getting starkers on holiday, and Manchester about the rude origins of their city's name. She brings you acts from all of these pla…

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Jack Thorne and Peter Kosminsky 27:43

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AN INSTANCE OF THE FINGERPOST by Iain Pears, chosen by Peter KosminskyHEROES OF THE FOURTH TURNING by Will Arbery, chosen by Jack ThornePERFECTION by Vincenzo Latronico, chosen by Harriett Gilbert Thorne and Kosminsky are great friends, but don't fully agree on the books discussed. Topics raised by their choices include toxic masculinity, empathy, …

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Strong Message Here 44:07

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This week, we have a very special guest, Jon Stewart! Jon joins Armando and Helen to discuss whether Trump is the political equivalent of Miles Davis, the quaintness of UK politics compared to the US, Jon does a flawless Margaret Thatcher impression and they answer the age old question... are escalators the most emasculating form of travel? To hear…

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It's a Fair Cop 28:34

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In this week’s case Alfie investigates an assault on an elderly man at a bus stop. But what could have provoked such a cowardly crime? Join former-cop turned stand-up comedian, Alfie Moore and his audience of sworn-in deputies as they ask if compassion is a thing of the past. It's a Fair Cop is the show where you, the audience, help deal with the c…

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Vicky Pattison & Angela Scanlon 59:06

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Catherine rounds off the series by planning a joint party for TV and radio personalities Vicky Pattison (I'm A Celeb, Loose Women and Geordie Shore) and Angela Scanlon (Your Home Made Perfect, Strictly Come Dancing and Virgin Radio) who have recently released their brand-new podcast Get A Grip. Vicky and Angela bring chaotic energy to their party, …

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Jameela Jamil 45:09

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Catherine plans a wholesome pyjama party (inspired by a VERY famous celebrity) for actor, writer and activist Jameela Jamil, star of Netflix’s The Good Place, Disney+’s She-Hulk and her new podcast Wrong Turns. Jameela reveals some party hacks from the rich and famous, explains her strident views on karaoke, the innovative way she kicks guests out …

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Unspeakable 28:35

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We hear Clive Anderson's new word for the mystery of hotel bathrooms, Sindhu Vee's term to measure cuteness, and a nail-biting finish from Ed Gamble. Ever struggled to find the right word for a feeling or sensation? Unspeakable sees comedian Phil Wang and lexicographer Susie Dent invite celebrity guests to invent new linguistic creations, to solve …

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Sindhu Vee 48:41

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Catherine arranges a party for stand-up comedian and actor Sindhu Vee (Have I Got News For You, Would I Lie To You?, QI, Matilda The Movie, Picture This). Sindhu mixes business and pleasure by bringing some executive class to her party, and invites a couple of blockbusting celebs to loosen everyone up a little. She also reveals the etiquette if you…

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 119 - Joseph Kappen 1:04:32

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. In Episode 119, Rachel and Kiri take a look at Wales' first recorded serial killer, Joseph Kappen. Recently portrayed in the BBC series The Steeltow…

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean: Tough Crowd 28:29

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Have you ever considered becoming a foster carer? Multi award-winning comedian Kiri Pritchard-McLean hadn’t - until a chance radio advert changed everything. In this heartfelt and inspiring half-hour special, recorded in front of a live audience, Kiri shares the unexpected and deeply personal journey that led her to become a Local Authority foster …

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Martin Kemp 48:19

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Catherine plans a knees-up for Martin Kemp, bassist for Spandau Ballet, Steve Owen in Eastenders and father of Roman. Unsurprisingly, Martin brings a healthy dose of rock and roll to his party, booking one of the biggest venues in London, inviting some pretty legendary guests and employing an intriguing new method of hors d’oeuvre delivery. Plus, M…

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Michael Spicer: No Room 15:31

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The standout satirist of the social media age, Michael Spicer, returns with his sketch comedy show that targets the exponential lunacy of the politics and culture that is overwhelming us. Apprentice hopefuls are challenged to create the perfect, sustainable planet. Can the boys' team rise to the challenge, or will they be fired directly into a supe…

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Fatiha El-Ghorri 40:52

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Catherine comes up with the perfect party for comedian Fatiha El-Ghorri as seen on the Jonathan Ross Show, The Russell Howard Hour and David Mitchell's Outsiders, in the run-up to her Taskmaster appearance. Fatiha leans into the karaoke vibe in a big way and promises many solo performances, because she can! She prioritises the important things like…

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Mark Watson Talks a Bit About Life 28:39

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Multi-award winning comedian and author Mark Watson continues his probably doomed, but luckily funny quest to make sense of the human experience. This series is about time - the days of the week, the stages of our existence - and the way we use it to make sense of things. We make our way through the working week, tonight considering 'hump day' - We…

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Maisie Adam 52:46

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Catherine plays party planner for comedian Maisie Adam, best known for Live At The Apollo, A League Of Their Own and Have I Got News For You. Maisie requests her party is an ‘early’ retirement do, because she’ll be too tired to throw it when she’s 70. They also discuss why Bend It Like Beckham would make a great dress code. She blanket bans the Mac…

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The Skewer 15:10

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Jon Holmes remixes the news into a current affairs comedy concept album. News meets popular culture in a multi-award-winning mash up. This week: Charlie XCX is bumpin' that with Donald Trump, Minecraft Movie vs Russia, and Starmer: Man of Steel. Producer: Jon HolmesAn unusual production for BBC Radio 4…

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Kiell Smith-Bynoe 44:35

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Catherine sorts a party for comedian and actor Kiell Smith-Bynoe (Ghosts, Stath Lets Flats, Man Like Mobeen, Horrible Histories, The Great British Sewing Bee). Kiell explains why he’s inviting a random man from the pub to his 40th, and decides that the ultimate party guest is a magician who also strips. And Catherine faces her biggest party plannin…

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Introducing: The Naked Week 29:19

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The Naked Week team are back to place satirical news-tariffs on current events with a mix of correspondents, guests and, occasionally, live animals. This week we mourn the death of globalisation, take a tour of Keir's new theme park, and play a game of BBC Balance Local Elections Naked Week Joke Twister. From The Skewer’s Jon Holmes and host Andrew…

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Kiri Pritchard-McLean 49:37

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Catherine creates party perfection with multi-award winning comedian, satirist and writer Kiri Pritchard-McLean, best known for Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, 8 out of 10 Cats Does Countdown and All Killa No Filla. Kiri revisits some of the outrageous parties from her youth, plans a karaoke session under the stars, and explains why do…

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Call Jonathan Pie 28:20

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The first four episodes of Call Jonathan Pie series 2 are now available on BBC Sounds, subscribe to be alerted when new episodes in the series are released. Frustrated call-show host Jonathan Pie is back along with his trusted team – Pie’s finding the daily grind difficult and the team have all become as disillusioned with the world as he has. The …

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Nick Mohammed 46:47

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Catherine organises the perfect Christmas party for twice-Emmy nominated actor and comedian Nick Mohammed, best known for Ted Lasso, his comedy character Mr Swallow, and Sky's Intelligence. Nick spills the tea about life since the hit show Ted Lasso - including his experience going to the Emmys and meeting Harrison Ford. Plus, Nick shares some of h…

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Douglas Stuart and Sian Eleri 27:52

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Douglas Stuart author of Booker Prize winning novel Shuggie Bain chooses his favourite book - Train Dreams by Denis Johnson - a short novel encapsulating the history of America in the early 20th century through the life of a lonely man in the forests of the Pacific Northwest.He's joined by Radio 1 and The Voice Wales presenter Sian Eleri whose choi…

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Dan Tiernan: Going Under 28:45

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Dan Tiernan doesn't just perform stand up - he attacks it. In Going Under, he debuts his unique brand of furious, unpredictable and wildly entertaining comedy on the radio, covering living with dyspraxia, becoming a dinner lady, and his sister's cancer diagnosis. An exhilarating mix of raw personal chaos, cutting observations, and gloriously queasy…

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Gabrielle 39:34

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Catherine plans the perfect party with the BRIT award-winning singer-songwriter, Gabrielle. Catherine and Gabrielle discuss why the party has to take place in an arena, settle on an eyepatch dresscode (of course), and choose some iconic, dream guests to invite. Plus, Gabrielle tells an outrageous party story involving a toilet and a toothbrush...Dr…

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Lucy Speed and Sarah Mills 27:50

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EVERYONE BRAVE IS FORGIVEN by Chris Cleave, chosen by Lucy SpeedTHE HUMAN FACTOR by Graham Greene, chosen by Harriett Gilbert253 by Geoff Ryman, chosen by Sarah Mills Former Eastenders and present-day Archers actor Lucy Speed and comedian Sarah Mills talk about books set in wartime London, a 1990s underground train, and Graham Greene's MI6. Lucy's …

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 118 - Part Two - Linda Hazzard 1:07:32

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. In Episode 118, we take a look at Linda Hazzard, also known as the Starvation Doctor. Linda ran a sanitarium in Seattle, where she administered ques…

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DMs Are Open 14:40

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The secret of the bees, an unusual secret Santa and the secret to a happy marriage all feature in this week’s show, written by the next generation of comedy writers. DMs Are Open is back for a brand new series. Stevie Martin is your host and she’s brought together an incredible cast of comedy legends: Al Roberts, Charlotte Ritchie, Sunil Patel and …

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Nish Kumar 41:22

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Catherine plans the perfect 40th birthday with comedian Nish Kumar (Pod Save The UK, QI, Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo). Catherine uses her chat to find out what he’d drink, what he’d eat and how he’d dress but, most importantly, why he needs quite so many toilets. Nish in turn reveals a family member who's banned from appearing at his 40th, an…

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Nina Sosanya and Joelle Taylor 27:41

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Actor Nina Sosanya and prize winning poet and writer Joelle Taylor talk favourite books with Harriett. Nina chooses Sally Jones and the False Rose by Jakob Wegelius, a children's novel with a mute gorilla engineer as its protagonist. The book appeals to Nina's love of engineering, and the city of Glasgow! Joelle nominates Booker Prize winning The S…

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All Killa No Filla - Episode 118 - Part One - Linda Hazzard 1:01:05

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Join comedians Rachel Fairburn and Kiri Pritchard-McLean as they explore a shared passion, serial killers. Each episode the pair will talk all things murder and macabre and have a right laugh doing it. In Episode 118, we take a look at Linda Hazzard, also known as the Starvation Doctor. Linda ran a sanitarium in Seattle, where she administered ques…