Best Jeremy Vine Podcasts (2025)

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The Trawl Meets: Jeremy Vine 1:00:31

13d ago1:00:31

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Jemma and Marina sit down with long-time colleague and friend, Jeremy Vine. They chat about how he got his start in politics, the inner workings of his TV show and what it’s like broadcasting on Election night. There’s a few juicy behind the scenes stories, and lots of laughs along the way. Thank you for sharing and do tweet us @MarinaPurkiss @jemm…

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The Trawl Meets: Geoff Norcott 1:03:49

4d ago1:03:49

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Jemma and Marina sit down with comedian, author and political outlier Geoff Norcott. Geoff brings his sharp wit and no-nonsense takes to the table. From the state of the modern Conservative Party, to culture wars, comedy in a divided Britain and why he’s never quite fitted into one political box – this is a lively, funny and sometimes surprising co…

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201. Cassie Wieland (Vines) Discusses A Winged Victory for the Sullen (self-titled) 59:01

5d ago59:01

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Send us a text New York-based composer, multi-instrumentalist and songwriter Cassie Wieland joins Al for this episode to introduce him to the 2011 self-titled debut album by A Winged Victory for the Sullen. Cassie talks about discovering this album during her college years and why it was an important album during that part of her life. She discusse…

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Putin's Poodle on the Red Carpet and Arresting Pensioners 51:01

6d ago51:01

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The Trawl ladies are back after a week off, and what a week it was to miss. From over 500 arrests in London (including pensioners with placards) to Trump rolling out the red carpet for Putin in Alaska, this episode has it all: kompromat vibes, cancelled luncheons, and Trump’s aides looking like they’ve seen a ghost. Jemma and Marina also dive into …

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Arizona – High Desert Terroir & Hidden Gems 34:55

7d ago34:55

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Jason McCluskey, Winemaker at Arizona Stronghold Vineyards, takes Wine Across America on a journey to Arizona. Jason shares how elevation, climate, and passion shape his wines. He reflects on his journey from intern in 2008 to head winemaker, with stops in New Zealand, Australia, and Oregon along the way. We taste a Viognier, Rosé, Red Blend, and C…

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Special Edition: The Trawl Goss - Unfiltered, Unedited, Unmissable 27:31

11d ago27:31

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Usually reserved for our beloved Patreon Lords and Ladies, this week The Trawl Goss is breaking out and landing in your feed - for free! With Jemma and Marina taking a well-earned break (their first in three years of The Trawl), they’re giving everyone a taste of the juicy, unfiltered goodness their superfans enjoy regularly. In this raw and unedit…

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200. Audrey Golden and Gina Birch Discuss The Raincoats, Odyshape 1:23:02

12d ago1:23:02

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Send us a text This episode is all about the seminal punk band The Raincoats. Al is joined by The Raincoats’ co-founder Gina Birch and by author/journalist Audrey Golden, who wrote Shouting Out Loud: Lives of The Raincoats, which was published by Da Capo this July. Audrey and Gina discuss The Raincoats' 1981 sophomore album Odyshape, with Audrey ta…

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Trump's Tastelessness, Tariffs and Tablets at the Dining Table 39:05

18d ago39:05

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In this episode, Marina and Jemma dive headfirst into the week’s online chaos, starting with a very British debate about kids and iPads at the dinner table. Kirstie Allsopp has thoughts, and so do they. From there, it’s a whirlwind tour through cultural clashes, viral romances, and the latest Trumpian monstrosity: a golden ballroom and a concrete p…

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199. Joel Johnston (Far Caspian) Discusses The Radio Dept., Clinging to a Scheme 1:07:49

19d ago1:07:49

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Send us a text On this episode, Irish singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist and producer Joel Johnston (Far Caspian) introduces Al to The Radio Dept.’s 2010 album Clinging to a Scheme. Joel talks about how he unexpectedly first encountered Clinging to a Scheme, several years after its release, and why it made such an overwhelmingly positive imp…

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Reform Fear Factory Works Overtime: Bosh 44:06

20d ago44:06

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This week on The Trawl, logic takes a holiday and truth is just a vibe. Marina Purkiss and Jemma Forte wade into yet another week where the internet resembles less a town square and more a hall of mirrors. There’s a man convinced liberals hate breakfast, a woman who’s rewriting reality on live radio, and a politician who’s untethered from the facts…

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Trump’s Highland Fling, Epstein Evasions & South Park Destroy 33:13

25d ago33:13

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This week on The Trawl, Jemma is holding the fort while Marina dials in from across the pond — on an Aperol-fuelled mission to confront Ron DeSantis (allegedly). Meanwhile, Trump’s been busy spreading his own unique brand of diplomacy terrorising Scotland, schmoozing Ursula von der Leyen with his usual brand of gibberish, and trying to memory-hole …

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198. Jeremy Shatan Discusses Holly Miranda, Mutual Horse 1:15:33

26d ago1:15:33

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Send us a text Music journalist, podcaster and photographer Jeremy Shatan drops in on YMAAA to introduce Al to Holly Miranda’s 2018 album Mutual Horse. Jeremy talks about how his exploration of Miranda’s music began with a New York Times article that he read, and how it led him to follow her career ever since. He explains why he thinks Mutual Horse…

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Lionesses, Epping Protests & the Left’s New Lovechild 35:21

27d ago35:21

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This week, Marina and Jemma dive into a whirlwind of chaos and clarity—from the Lionesses’ triumphant Euros win (yes, again) to the surreal scenes in Epping, where far-right protests collided with police apathy and a mob of counter-protesters. The Lionesses win was surely a source of joy for all England fans, surely? Er, sadly not, and one man in p…

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California - Where Tradition Meets Innovation in Wine 48:58

28d ago48:58

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Sofia Rivier, Winemaker & Vineyard Manager at Ettore Winery & Terra Sávia Winery, takes Wine Across America on a journey to California. From organic vineyards to an on-site animal sanctuary, Sofia walks us through her wines and her commitment to sustainability. We taste a crisp Chardonnay, a vibrant rosé, a bold red blend, and a signature Cab – all…

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The Trawl Meets: Clive Lewis 1:04:01

29d ago1:04:01

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Clive Lewis is the Labour MP for Norwich South and takes a bold stance in areas like water privatisation, the NHS, welfare, wealth taxes and Palestine. They discuss how he feels about the direction the Labour party has taken, and what it was like to make an anti-monarchy statement when he was sworn in as an MP. Thank you for sharing and do tweet us…

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The Battle of the Billionaire Ball Sacks: Trump v Murdoch 35:38

1M ago35:38

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This week, Marina and Jemma unpack the most expensive hissy fit in presidential history: Donald Trump is suing Rupert Murdoch and the Wall Street Journal for a casual $10 billion, meanwhile it appears JD Vance is on manoeuvres.... Meanwhile, Stephen Colbert, the most-watched late-night host in America is seemingly being cancelled not long after cal…

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Coldplay, Crackdowns, Arrests & Cold Truths 47:29

1M ago47:29

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Marina Purkiss and Jemma Forte have done the doom scrolling so you don’t have to, bringing you the viral chaos, the political drama, and the bits the mainstream misses. First up, the scandal that broke the internet—yes, that Coldplay affair. It had everything: shock, schadenfreude, and memes so relentless they almost made you forget how painful it …

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Russell Kane | Making time for date nights and the importance of sleep. 18:47

1M ago18:47

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Russell Kane is back again for a chinwag with Al. He chats about his latest tour. Offers up some advice on making time for your relationship whilst parenting and talks about the importance of sleep, that thing we all want more of. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: ⁠https://shorturl.at/cinZ1⁠ Or head to Facebook: ⁠https…

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Trump Takes Chelsea's Limelight, Superman Takes a Stand, and the Epstein Drama Continues 41:58

1M ago41:58

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This week on The Trawl, Marina and Jemma dive into the truly gobsmacking and head-scratching events of the week - so you don’t have to. We start with Trump elbowing his way into Chelsea’s Club World Cup glory, and then it’s onto the swirling chaos of the Epstein files, with GOP evasions, metadata shenanigans, and conspiracy theories so spicy they c…

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197. Secret Monkey Weekend Discuss Southern Culture on the Skids, Too Much Pork For Just One Fork 1:08:15

1M ago1:08:15

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Send us a text The power pop family trio of Jefferson Hart, Ella Brown-Hart and Lila Brown-Hart, known as Secret Monkey Weekend, join Al for this episode, introducing him to Southern Culture on the Skids’ 1991 album Too Much Pork for Just One Fork. Jefferson, Ella and Lila each talk about how they first came to know SCOTS and this album in particul…

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Butterflies, Bombs and Right-Wing Bloopers 38:35

1M ago38:35

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Jemma and Marina are determined to ensure that The Trawl contains as many 'glimmers' as possible so begin the episode with some positive news about butterflies. Also featured is a heart warming story about raving school kids and the Trawl ladies share what each of them have been doing to mitigate how bleak the news is currently. They do go on to di…

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Rachel Weeps as Texas Floods and America Burns 50:51

2M ago50:51

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Hold onto your hats Trawlers. Not the cheeriest episode ever recorded but the Trawl ladies do try to provide lightness where possible so begin by reflecting on some of the good things Labour have achieved in their first year, including more free school meals, nationalising steel and rail and recruiting 6, 700 more mental health workers. And yet, do…

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196. Árný Margrét Discusses Gregory Alan Isakov, Appaloosa Bones 52:08

2M ago52:08

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Send us a text Icelandic singer-songwriter Árný Margrét joins Al to introduce him to Gregory Alan Isakov’s 2023 album Appaloosa Bones. Árný talks about first getting acquainted with Isakov’s music as a teenager, how his music transports her to an earlier time and what it was like to record part of her latest album at his studio in Colorado. She and…

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Nobel Peace Farce, Epstein Files Shocker and Arresting an 83 year old Priest 42:37

2M ago42:37

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What's the world coming to Trawlers? Yes, the news cycle is astoundingly awful but, as ever, Jemma and Marina nominate themselves to wade through what's happening so they can chat all through with you. They begin by paying tribute to Liverpool player Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva who sadly died in a car crash. For some reason, Trump is ver…

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Colorado – High Elevation, High Achievement 40:04

2M ago40:04

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Keenan High of Colterris Winery takes Wine Across America on a journey to Colorado. Keenan takes us through their unique desert climate vineyards at 4,700 feet, where they grow 14 varietals. From their award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon to a museum full of wine history, Colterris is a true family legacy in the making. Hear their unique varietals, the…

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Bezos Ties the Knot While America Comes Undone 47:27

2M ago47:27

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This week, Jemma and Marina tackle Venice’s most OTT nuptials as Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez say “I do” amidst a spectacle that felt like a Succession spin-off. From helicopters to haute couture and a Vogue cover cameo, the ladies break down the eyebrow-raising moment, including Leo Di Caprio's terrible attempt at camouflage and a Dolce & Gabbana…

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195. JF Robitaille and Lail Arad Discuss Simon & Garfunkel, Bridge Over Troubled Water 1:16:25

2M ago1:16:25

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Send us a text Singer-songwriters JF Robitaille and Lail Arad pay YMAAA a visit to discuss Simon & Garfunkel’s 1970 album Bridge Over Troubled Water. They talk about how they came to love the album and which tracks are the most meaningful to them, as well as sharing some stories they have learned about how certain tracks were made. JF and Lail also…

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Glastonbury Meltdowns and Labour’s Implosions 42:01

2M ago42:01

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For days the headlines have been consumed by what Bob Vylan said at Glastonbury. Jemma and Marina discuss. But, before they disseminate all the Glasto fallout and furore, they enjoy some British language discussion. Find out how to end a call you've had enough of and how to be polite while conveying disapproval. Then, find out why Farage has made s…

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Reform's Reverse Robin Hood, Labour's Vanishing Backbone and a Socialist Surprise 37:23

2M ago37:23

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Right then, strap in Trawlers and let's raise a lukewarm pint of Champagne to the anniversary of the Brexit referendum - because nothing says “taking back control” like spiralling food prices and passport queues longer than a Glastonbury toilet line. Then it’s over to Labour HQ, where the party that once marched for peace now wants to slap a terror…

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194. Lee Jennings Discusses My Chemical Romance, Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge 52:15

2M ago52:15

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Send us a text IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT FOR THE YMAAA COMMUNITY: The new YMAAA Patreon—Bonus Tracks—has arrived! Once a month, there will be a new podcast episode exclusively for the Patreon community. In addition to bonus episodes, there will be forums where we can get together as a community. The first Bonus Tracks episode will be published on July…

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The Trawl Meets: John Nicolson 1:02:54

2M ago1:02:54

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Jemma and Marina were absolutely thrilled to have ex-SNP MP and broadcaster, John Nicolson on the podcast for a really juicy chat about UK politics. They discussed whether or not Scotland would ever become independent, and what it was like to be a presenter on TV during the 9/11 attacks. Thank you for sharing and do tweet us @MarinaPurkiss @jemmafo…

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Bombs, Bluster, and Bad Intel: Mad Men at the Helm 51:07

2M ago51:07

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Another week trying to wade through and make sense of an insane news cycle. The Trawl ladies hadn't had Trump bombing Iran on their bingo card but that's exactly what happened last weekend when Trump single-handedly decided that that was the way to win the Nobel Peace Prize. At time of record, Trump's own intelligence reports state that the strikes…

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0.02 D&D & TV - Podcast Update 3:42

2M ago3:42

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Super normal podcast update - you should listen to it a few times. It's really short. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Alex Horne | The 6 second rule for creating the best memories with your kids 30:02

2M ago30:02

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Al catches up with comedian and creator of Taskmaster, Alex Horne. Alex shares some stories about taking Taskmaster into schools, the ups and downs of writing a children's book, and he has a brilliant rule that is great advice for creating memories of the kids growing up. Check out Dadsnet on YouTube for reviews, jokes and loads more: ⁠https://shor…

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👋 Hello WW3! War, Hypocrisy, and Political Absurdity 37:18

2M ago37:18

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From the brink of WW3 following Israel’s attack on Iran, to the hypocrisy of Western leaders, Jemma and Marina unpack the realities of war, nuclear tensions, and the unchecked power of certain world leaders. They chat about Netanyahu’s latest warmongering, expose how some leaders operate without accountability (because who needs rules, right?), and…

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193. Amy Millan Discusses Charlotte Cornfield, The Shape of Your Name 1:08:54

2M ago1:08:54

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Send us a text Canadian singer-songwriter Amy Millan (solo, Stars, Broken Social Scene) drops in on YMAAA to introduce Al to the music of fellow Canadian singer-songwriter Charlotte Cornfield, and specifically, her 2019 album The Shape of Your Name. Amy talks about how she first got to know Cornfield’s music and then got to know her personally, and…

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Parade Flops, No Kings Protests & Squeaky Tanks 32:28

2M ago32:28

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This week on The Trawl, Jemma Forte and Marina Purkiss sift through the latest chaos so you don’t have to. As the world teeters on geopolitical uncertainty, they dive into the headlines—from Trump’s embarrassingly sparse birthday parade and the powerful No Kings protests sweeping the U.S., to the chilling political violence in Minnesota. Plus, the …

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Chesney Hawkes | Working with your kids and the importance of sharing emotion with them 40:30

2M ago40:30

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Al has a natter with the "one and only" Chesney Hawkes as he pops in while on tour across the UK. Chesney talks about the pros and cons of working with your kid, as his eldest son is now one of his guitarists. He talks about being away for work at important milestones and the importance of showing emotion as a dad. He also shares some levelling sto…

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Minnesota – Frozen Vines & Award-Winning Wines 45:14

2M ago45:14

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Ben Banks of Sovereign Estate takes Wine Across America on a trip to Minnesota. We talk about cold-hardy grapes, family winemaking, and how Ben helped grow a wine scene where temperatures can drop to 40 below. Learn how varietals like Marquette, Itasca, and La Crescent are reshaping Midwestern wine. Try out these wonderful Minnesota wines at Sovere…

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Burqa Berks Backlash, Labour's Spending and a Brave Flotilla 40:42

2M ago40:42

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Marina and Jemma begin the episode with a quick round up/ precis of the recently announced spending plans from Rachel Reeves. There's stuff to like but it's not the most scintillating, partly because it's pretty sensible which doesn't create massive headlines, as it shouldn't. Acknowledging that politics should be dull but that 'dull' doesn't make …

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192. Teedra Moses Discusses D'Angelo, Voodoo 1:06:03

3M ago1:06:03

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Send us a text Singer-songwriter Teedra Moses, who has written pop and R&B hits for Christina Milian, Trina and herself, visits YMAAA to introduce Al to D’Angelo’s 2000 album Voodoo. Teedra talks about why she has frequently listened to Voodoo since its release 25 years ago, and why the album represents “church” for her. She also discusses how the …

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🔥X-Men: Musk vs Trump and ICE Cold in LA: Tantrums and Tear Gas 44:10

3M ago44:10

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One of the juiciest Trawls of all time starts in a very dramatic manner. Jemma and Marina want you to dig out the popcorn while they spill the tea on everything that has happened since they last gathered behind their mics. What a time to be alive! Last week, Musk broke the internet as his bromance with Trump imploded in real time via increasingly o…

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Bonus Episode 08 - Empire Records (1995) 44:28

3M ago44:28

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The employees of Empire Records, an independent music store on the verge of being sold to a large conglomerate, band together to stage a fund-raising party to raise enough money to buy the business Bonus Episode 08: character goals, descriptive montages, and conceptual villains Music by astrafreq on pixabay Empire Records (1995) is available on Dis…

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191. Luke Mallett Discusses Mink DeVille, Cabretta 58:27

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Send us a text Luke Mallett of the Maine-based roots rock group The Mallett Brothers Band introduces Al to Mink DeVille’s 1977 debut album Cabretta (also known as their self-titled album). Luke talks about the song that first got him fascinated with Mink DeVille and their frontman, Willy DeVille, and why Cabretta is a particularly important album f…

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Trump and Musk's Bromance Breakdown and Zelensky’s Power Play 40:23

3M ago40:23

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When Trump told Zelensky he didn't hold any of the cards, what he didn't know was the Zelensky actually had an entire Royal Flush up his sleeve and that he was demonstrating a rather brilliant Poker Face. Last week Ukraine completed its biggest long-range attack which destroyed 40 Russian warplanes, wiping out a large percentage of their military h…

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Reform Council Chaos and Liz’s Latest Trussterf*ck 35:30

3M ago35:30

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It's all happening. That said, potholes might not be getting fixed, loft extensions might not be getting signed off and bins might not be getting collected - those things may or may not be happening, but Doge has been announced. Yes, this episode goes into what is happening in various Reform led councils. Firstly, having decided that Musk's Doge ha…

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Delaware – French Wine & Family in The First State 42:15

3M ago42:15

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Jason Hopwood of Harvest Ridge Winery takes Wine Across America on a journey to Delaware. Established in 2013, Harvest Ridge Winery is the 4th winery in the smallest wine-producing state and is almost equidistant between the Delaware Bay and Chesapeake Bay. Their latitude is similar to Bordeaux, allowing them to grow all 5 classic Bordeaux varietie…

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Bonus Episode 07 - The Ghost Train (1941) 59:02

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High jinks and chills ensue after a group of people become stranded on an isolated station and a legendary phantom train approaches Bonus episode 7: NPC secrets, challenges, and countdowns Music by astrafreq on pixabay The Ghost Train (1941) is available on YouTube Masters of Alchemy Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informati…

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Farage Drops a Pub Challenge, Labour Drop a Policy and Trump Sulks 42:52

3M ago42:52

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This episode begins with Jemma and Marina explaining why they weren't aligned this week for pretty much the first time in Trawl history, though their disagreement was quickly put to rest once they'd consulted listeners and asked what you think. There's a quick goodbye to the MOTD version of Gary Lineker and then, it's straight into what's happening…

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190. Paul Rappaport Discusses Pink Floyd, The Division Bell 1:10:58

3M ago1:10:58

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Send us a text Former label executive, guitarist and author Paul Rappaport joins Al to introduce him to Pink Floyd’s 1994 album The Division Bell. Paul talks about how he became a part of the Pink Floyd “family” while working with them in his capacity as senior VP of rock promotion for Columbia Records. He shares his initial reactions to The Divisi…

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