Best Avalon Television Ltd Podcasts (2025)

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of TM NZ S2 Part 2 53:56

1d ago53:56

53:56

It's the second instalment of our favourite TM NZ S2 bits! Ed and guests discuss the sabotage task, the diss track, escape rooms and of course - the magical first dates! Taskmaster is back on Thursday May 1st at 9pm on channel 4. Join Ed straight after who will be chatting to Nick Mohammed about the new series!!…

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Tom Kerridge 1:09:45

3d ago1:09:45

1:09:45

Did Tom Kerridge save a chef’s life by putting him in a gigantic fridge? It’s quite possible. But why? It’s all in today’s culinary chinwag. Tom Kerridge brings his Five Brilliant Things, and as you might expect from a chef it takes in some of life’s extremes. There’s an incredible retelling of what it’s like to be on a racing car grid, and Tom’s t…

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of TM NZ S2 1:02:10

9d ago1:02:10

1:02:10

TM NZ S2 has become one of the most iconic series of Taskmaster and we have loved discussing it with all the brilliant NZ contestants and comedians. Here is the first of two Best Of episodes because who doesn't want to hear about Urzila's wet t-shirt, Guy Montgomery's podcast ideas or even David Correos thoughts on M&M's with hands. It's all here, …

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Alex Horne 1:07:09

10d ago1:07:09

1:07:09

It’s the Taskmaster’s Assistant, Alex Horne! And he’s here to tell his Brilliant things and as you would probably expect it’s a complete delight. Did you think birdwatching was boring? Guess again! Failing to see the majesty of the French Horn? Let Alex enlighten your ass! Alex brings an array of delights in an episode that will fly by and leave yo…

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Taskmaster: The People's Podcast - S12, Ep. 1 47:24

16d ago47:24

47:24

Ed will be back soon with fresh new Taskmaster takes but for this week join the People's Podcast as Jenny and Jack discuss a vintage episode featuring an Imbalance in the Poppability. Stay tuned to the feed for more Taskmaster news. To get all your latest TM news visit Taskmaster.tv Catch up on UK Taskmaster and NZ Taskmaster channel4.com Subscribe…

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Spencer Matthews 1:01:31

18d ago1:01:31

1:01:31

What’s it like to be hunted by the son of a murderous Libyan dictator? Spoiler: it’s not a Brilliant Thing, but it is an incredible story from this week’s guest Spencer Matthews. There are tales of desert marathons, growing up on an island paradise and what it’s like when reality TV thrusts you into fame before you’re necessarily ready for it… A fa…

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Ep 200. Laura Daniel - TM NZ S2 EP.10 57:35

23d ago57:35

57:35

It's the champion! That's right, Ed is joined by Laura Daniel to discuss the final episode of TM NZ S2. The pair reflect on the series and Laura shares the background story to the educational puppet show! All this plus loads more. Stay tuned on the feed for more Taskmaster news. To find out more about Two Hearts follow @twoheartscomedy on Instagram…

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Nina Conti 1:00:27

25d ago1:00:27

1:00:27

Nina Conti, ventriloquist supreme, her with the monkey, is in the studio (no monkey) and chooses some incredible brilliant things (the density of an atom’s nucleus! The orange of the inside of an eyelid!). It’s a privileged ramble through the brain of an artist. Please enjoy. 🐵 Ninaontour.com is where you can find out about Nina's extended tour dat…

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Ep 199. Ray O'Leary - TM NZ S2 EP.9 59:37

30d ago59:37

59:37

We are need the end of this iconic series of Taskmaster and to join Ed to discuss the penultimate episode is Series 4 TM star, Ray O'Leary. Ray and Ed discuss how TM NZ has evolved, Jeremy's scoring (of course!) and how Ray is no stranger to nudity on the show! You can book tickets to see Ray at his show: Laughter, I hardly Know Her at the Melbourn…

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Jay Rayner 1:03:44

1M ago1:03:44

1:03:44

How do you go from being a young sex columnist to a nationally acclaimed restaurant reviewer? Food writer, broadcaster, jazz pianist and egg fanatic Jay Rayner is here. If you have even a passing interest in anything foodie, there’s so much in here for you. New ways of loving tinned fish, the dark arts of restaurant reviewing, and a noble attempt b…

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Ep 198. Jack Bernhardt - TM NZ S2 EP.8 1:00:43

1M ago1:00:43

1:00:43

This week Ed is joined by TM uber fan and stat guy, Jack Bernhardt! The pair discuss why this series is so iconic and how David's journey on the show is so unique! You can listen to Jack Bernhardt on Taskmaster: The People Podcast You can get all your latest TM news at Taskmaster.tv You can watch all episodes of Taskmaster (UK AND NZ) at Cahnnel4.c…

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Rose Ayling-Ellis 1:04:27

1M ago1:04:27

1:04:27

What family game is Rose Ayling-Ellis banned from playing in her own home? Find out in the first ever podcast appearance by the actor and Strictly Come Dancing champion! Rose takes Russell through the majesty of playing Catan, eating Posh Crisps and how the pandemic had a weird side-benefit for the deaf community. It’s a great fun hour and well wor…

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Ep 197. Brynley Stent - TM NZ S2 Ep.7 51:24

2M ago51:24

51:24

Friend of the podcast Brynley Stent returns to discuss NZ Series 2! Brynley has some hot takes which include great BTS on the 'Eat the grape' task. Brybly and Ed discuss their approaches to escape rooms and why the Guy and Laura competitiveness is so fun to watch! You can watch Brynley's new digital series with Kura Forrester here: Bryn and Ku's Si…

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Daniel Sloss 1:08:55

2M ago1:08:55

1:08:55

Is Russell a Paladin, a Warlock or a Rogue? Scottish comedy powerhouse Daniel Sloss introduces Russell to his world of D & D with his customary passion and flair. He also sings the praises of sneezes, and makes a convincing case for self-medicating in airports. Daniel Sloss fans who are waiting for a new show, well you are in luck. He’s working up …

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Ep 196. Melanie Bracewell - TM NZ S2 Ep.6 53:22

2M ago53:22

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This week Ed is joined by comedian and TM champion, Melanie Bracewell. Melanie shares her thoughts on one of the all time best Taskmaster episodes which features the famous rap task. There's also 5 Abraham Lincoln's and a rocking chair! To get tickets to Mel's tour visit melaniebracewell.com/tour To find out about all the latest TM news visit Taskm…

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JaackMaate 1:01:58

2M ago1:01:58

1:01:58

How do you become a Habbo Hotel Scammer? And why did Russell ask a bunch of young men which of them was going to pleasure him in the street? Podcast royalty and ex-Youtube magnate JacckMaate is in the studio, and it’s as fun, breezy and enjoyable as you would imagine from a man of his mastery of chat. Jack’s stories about his days as a Habbo gangst…

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Ep 195. Urzila Carlson - TM NZ S2 Ep.5 56:43

2M ago56:43

56:43

This week Ed is joined by none other than TM New Zealand series 2 legend, Urzila Carlson! The pair discuss episode 5 and Ed gets all the insider info about the softness of David Correos' beard, what Benoni thought of this episode, and what a gift card to Peaches & Cream has to do with buying a boat. You can catch Urzila on her newly-announced UK to…

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Rachel Riley 1:08:09

2M ago1:08:09

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Hear Rachel Riley's plan for pay-as-you-go giant adult prams! You'll find this and all your other must-know insights into Britain's most well-known maths genius in this episode of Five Brilliant Things! Rachel has a passion for all sorts of things and it was pure pleasure to hear her talking about the excitement of travel, of food, and of course, m…

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Ep 194. Guy Williams - TM NZ S2 Ep.4 1:04:52

2M ago1:04:52

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This week Ed is joined by TM NZ Series 1 star and Big Brother of Paul Williams - Guy Williams! Guy joins Ed from Australia and he shares a recent unpleasant encounter with a stranger. They also discuss who in Taskmaster is good at Football and why Guy was so shocked at his UK audience members. All of this plus a deep dice of S2 Ep 4! To find out wh…

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Dave Gorman 1:12:49

2M ago1:12:49

1:12:49

Dave Gorman! The man, the legend, the maker of the most epic comedy shows of the past thirty years. How could you miss this? Dave is interested in everything, and makes everything interesting. The brilliance includes cryptic crosswords, it includes playing cards, and Dave tells us about the time he hosted a darts tournament where Eric Bristow was w…

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Ep 193. Matt Heath - TM NZ S2 Ep.3 1:05:03

2M ago1:05:03

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On the podcast this week Ed discusses all things TM NZ with podcaster, actor, musician and author - Matt Heath! Matt reveals why in retrospect he should have swatted up on the show before taking part and how pleased he was to be on a team with Urzila! Look out for Matt's book A Life Less Punishing Watch all of TM on Channel4.com For all your Taskma…

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Vittorio Angelone 1:05:41

2M ago1:05:41

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The Northern Irish Comedian is in the studio with some outstanding Brilliant Things. If you’ve never experienced Minstrels and Popcorn, if you’ve never luxuriated in the spongy floor at airport security, then this show will open your eyes and blow your mind. Or open your mind and blow your eyes. Vittorio’s jokes and stories take a ride through is f…

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Ep 192. Guy Montgomery - TM NZ S2 Ep.2 1:03:59

3M ago1:03:59

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This week Ed is joined by comedian, podcaster and TM NZ star Guy Montgomery! As well as discussing episode 2 of Guy's series the pair share some alternative podcast ideas and explain why the sun screen task was such a gift! For all your Taskmaster News visit Taskmaster.tv Guy's Stand up Special will be available on February 11th but to see a sneak …

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Troy Deeney 1:09:54

3M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Insider tips on how to take the perfect penalty? We got ‘em. Genuinely fascinating insights from a man with a better record than many others. Troy Deeney was Watford’s talisman and striker for years, and now is on our screens as pundit with the main sports broadcasters. He’s got a fascinating life story to tell involving some pretty hard stories ab…

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Ep 191. David Correos - TM NZ S2 Ep.1 54:19

3M ago54:19

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We're back baby! The Taskmaster Podcast returns with none other than TM NZ star, David Correos! Ed and David reunite and discuss all things Series 2 including flying, green screen and toilet roll towers! To keep up to date with David's new projects follow him on instagram @davidpostoffice For all your latest TM news go to Taskmaster.tv…

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William Hanson 1:07:31

3M ago1:07:31

1:07:31

Etiquette expert William Hanson is with us, and he’s had enough of being asked the correct way to touch yourself under the table. Do you want to find out the correct way to do the incorrect things? It’s all in this podcast with one of the most charming, funny men in Britain. 🌂 William goes through his Five Brilliant Things, including Mary Poppins (…

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of Junior TM 1:07:29

3M ago1:07:29

1:07:29

After a wonderful first series of Junior Taskmaster, join us in a trip down memory lane as we revisit some of the best moments from the podcast, with wonderful guests including Nish Kumar, Emma Sidi and the dynamic JTM duo themselves, Mike Wozniak and Rose Matafeo! We're talking pigeons, mash and so much more - including a shocking confession from …

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Andy Zaltzman 1:10:41

3M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Can Russell convince Andy to go to a Water Park? And can Andy convince Russell to visit an Ancient Greek Citadel? It’s a tussle for the ages. This episode of Five Brilliant Things all comes from the brains of comedian and cricket statistics royalty, Andy Zaltzman. It is, frankly, a fiesta of culture. From obscure Ancient Greek plays to casting scul…

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Taskmaster The Podcast Best of Series 18 1:00:43

3M ago1:00:43

1:00:43

It's time for Taskmaster The Podcast Best Of - Series 18!! Join us in a look back on our favourite moments from this series - from Mr Poo to Ox Tail Soup, we've got it all here in a delicious mix. Who could forget Emma Sidi attempting a three-way secret affair with Andy Zaltzman and Babatunde Aléshé on national TV? Certainly not us. Not to mention …

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Jessie Cave 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

There is something wonderful about this episode. Jessie has been through a lot. She’s taken more life thrown at her than most other people could handle, yet there is still an emphatic positivity that shines through. These Five Brilliant Things have a bittersweet quality to them which makes for a tender, funny and terrific show. Jessie talked about …

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Taskmaster: The People's Podcast - Best of 2024 49:30

4M ago49:30

49:30

The Taskmaster Podcast has something different for you this week! If you didn’t already know there is another podcast that discusses all things TM. It’s called The Taskmaster People’s Podcast and it’s hosted by the brilliant Jenny Eclair and Jack Bernhardt. Each week Jenny and Jack take a deep dive in to the world of Taskmaster, talking to behind-t…

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Al Murray 1:07:34

4M ago1:07:34

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Would you expect to find the Pub Landlord chowing down in a Wagamama? Neither would we but it’s exactly where he’ll be. Al Murray tells Russell why he always has the same noodles, the best place to get pissed in Ireland and a sidetrack into trained cannon musicians. Al Murray is a proper British treasure. If you only know him as the Pub Landlord th…

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Suzi Ruffell 1:10:16

4M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

You want rollerskating telephone operators? We got ‘em. You want arguments about how many gears a decent bike should have? It’s all here in this episode of Five Brilliant Things with Suzi Ruffell. From the rough-arse pubs of Portsmouth to the fashionable theatres of London’s West End, this lovely show touches on all corners of Suzi’s past. Suzi’s o…

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Ep. 190. 2025 New Years Treat 51:15

4M ago51:15

51:15

Merry Christmas all Taskmaster Podcast listeners and a Happy New Year! To celebrate, Ed is joined by a very special guest from this year's New Years Treat! If there are a few questions that you need to know about tonight's episode, well then tune in and listen along as Ed gets the details about this year's excellent lineup. We will be back very soo…

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