Best CSI Chat Podcasts (2025)

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#31 - Colin Bryar 1:34:00

13d ago1:34:00

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We are joined by Colin Bryar, a former Amazon executive and co-author of the outstanding book, "Working Backwards: Insights, Stories, and Secrets from Inside Amazon". How did Amazon grow from a tiny start-up to one of the most successful companies on the planet? What best practices did Amazon leverage to facilitate this success? Colin was Jeff Bezo…

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

3d ago53:34

53:34

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

10d ago52:27

52:27

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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Ear-itches, Eagles & Loopy Things 58:13

17d ago58:13

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

24d ago1:04:13

1:04:13

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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#30 - Michele Rigby Assad 1:20:20

27d ago1:20:20

1:20:20

Michele Rigby Assad, who is a "super spy" and a renown author, joins us to talk about her latest book, "Get off the X: CIA's Secrets for Conquering Obstacles and Achieving your Life's Mission". Michele spent 10 years working in the Central Intelligence Agency ("CIA") and is now an international corporate advisor, author and keynote speaker. Michele…

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

1M ago59:59

59:59

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

1M ago54:41

54:41

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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#29 - Frank Perri 1:40:17

1M ago1:40:17

1:40:17

Frank Perri joins CSI Chat to talk about "Red Collar Crime". Frank is the author of "Red Collar White Collar Crime: Corporate, Predatory Violent Fraud Offenders". Frank debunks the myth that white collar criminals reflect the kinder, gentler offender and Frank explains how red collar criminals resort to violence to prevent the detection of their fr…

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

2M ago59:49

59:49

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

2M ago49:53

49:53

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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#28 - Bethany McLean 1:31:44

2M ago1:31:44

1:31:44

We are joined by Bethany McLean on CSI Chat to talk about the learnings from Enron, the 2008 financial crisis and her most recent book, "The Big Fail: What the Pandemic Revealed about Who America Protects and Who it Leaves Behind". Bethany is a well-known journalist who published in 2001 the now famous article in Fortune, "Is Enron Overpriced". Bet…

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

2M ago54:53

54:53

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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Live Beard Reaction, Gav’s Dalek, and HR 56:41

2M ago56:41

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This week, there was huge vulpine news from Scotland, all the fallout from Sunta’s big birthday bash, and Gav had an incredible Dalek story. 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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#27 - David Giersdorf 1:30:51

2M ago1:30:51

1:30:51

David Giersdorf joins us at CSI Chat to talk about his experience in the cruise industry and his fantastic book, "Hardships: Navigating your company, career, and life through the fog of disruption". David has spent nearly his entire professional life involved with the travel and cruise industry. When COVID-19 was declared a global pandemic in March…

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Orange Alligators, New Mattress, and Backyard Nando’s 1:00:28

2M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

This week, Gav formed a rhythm section in his heroic slot, paper straws threatened to do something very surprising, and Drake got some good news. 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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Little Simon’s Tight Trousers, Gav’s Perfect Sunday, and Roast Beef Land 1:02:13

3M ago1:02:13

1:02:13

This week, Gav educated us on a true hero of Motown – “come in and take a look at your mind!” – we took a trip to Roast-Beef-Land, and Little Simon made his opinion on Cleveleys High Street very clear. 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.r…

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#26 - Kelly Paxton 1:25:18

3M ago1:25:18

1:25:18

The "Pink Collar Crime" lady Kelly Paxton joins us on CSI Chat for a terrific discussion on "Pink Collar Crime". Kelly Paxton is the author of the book "Embezzlement: How to Detect, Prevent, and Investigate Pink-Collar Crime" and is a world-renown expert and global speaker in the area. Kelly's background ranges from investigating narcotics crimes f…

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Caerphilly as Stuttgart, Dolphin News, and Bad Excuses 1:05:10

3M ago1:05:10

1:05:10

This week, you give us the complaints your neighbours have about you, there’s your latest dolphin update, and a huge revelations about Dawn on Little Simon’s Data Team. 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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Bed Wrestling, Yorkshire vs Seagulls, and The New Dave Grohl 1:05:34

3M ago1:05:34

1:05:34

This week, Gav revolutionised Dave Grohl’s whole identity, Little Simon had another DIY mishap, and we talked buttons, busts and birds… 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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#25 - Tom Hardin 1:24:13

3M ago1:24:13

1:24:13

Tom Hardin, also known as "Tipper X", was working his way up the corporate ladder on Wall Street when he was stopped on the street by a couple of FBI agents and his life was never the same. Tom was faced with accusations of insider trading and decided to cooperate with the FBI. It was at this point Tom transitioned from being "Tom Hardin", up and c…

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Cockneys, Hiding Jason Bourne, and Heritage… 39:55

3M ago39:55

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Terrifying news from Australia this week, plus the laydown about cockneys, and some bad neighbourly chat. And keep an eye out for a bonus podcast – the full Pet Town SuperQuiz World Series campaign! 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.radi…

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BONUS – The Pet Town SuperQuiz World Series 1:17:53

3M ago1:17:53

1:17:53

Welcome to Big Week. Last year Gav & Sunta finished the Pet Town Quiz with 22 games apiece. This week, we found a winner. 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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Hawk Men, Bubbles & Second-hand Nose Hair Trimmers 1:00:17

4M ago1:00:17

1:00:17

This week, we're joined by one of the stars of Trailer Park Boys, Bubbles. Plus, Johnny returns from his holiday with stories of hawk men, German TV and orange gilets. 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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#24 - Gregory Makoff 1:37:22

4M ago1:37:22

1:37:22

Gregory Makoff is the author of the terrific book, "Default: The Landmark Court Battle over Argentina's $100 Billion Debt Restructuring". Greg's book outlines the saga of Argentina's default on their sovereign debt obligations and the lengthy process of resolving the default. We talk to Greg about a number of topics, including: The key differences …

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BONUS – Top 10 Dead Celebrities, Fridges, and Damp Chat 48:11

4M ago48:11

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Happy New Year! Another bonus episode for you before The 4 Til 7 Thang returns next week. Enjoy these un-podcasted best bits with the knowledge that Johnny will soon return… 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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Johnny Vaughan’s Christmas Day Thang with Kelly Jones and Jason Fox! 33:53

4M ago33:53

33:53

A bonus episode for your yuletide as The Thang Gang are joined by Stereophonics frontman Kelly Jones and friend of the show Jason Fox, plus there’s the Christmas Day Thang Quiz! Merry Christmas! 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.c…

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Show Legend Joan Slocombe, Howard The Horse, and A Good Chinese Restaurant 57:04

4M ago57:04

57:04

This week, we opened more doors on the Wondrous Strange Phantasmagorical Human Advent Calendar, there was news of a rumoured stout shortage, and Tom & Jerry were on the loose. 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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#23 - Dr. Kristy Goodwin 1:08:36

4M ago1:08:36

1:08:36

Dr. Kristy Goodwin, author of the terrific book "Dear Digital, We need to talk", joins CSI Chat for a "heart to heart" discussion on the relationship between our ourselves and our digital devices. These days, technology should be making our jobs easier and less stressful; however, it is quite possible that the reverse trend is occurring as technolo…

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Party Subs, Theatre Commodes & Untrustworthy Criminals 54:20

5M ago54:20

54:20

This week, Johnny reminisces about his childhood on a submarine, proposes a new theory on waste and enjoys a bit of chip chat with Harry. 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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The Wondrous Strange Phantasmagorical Human Advent Calendar, Mulled Wine vs Gen Z, and Castleford 52:44

5M ago52:44

52:44

This week, we opened the doors on the advent calendar made of mind, portraits of King Charles were improved, and Japan took on France… 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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#22 - Chris Ashford 1:17:38

5M ago1:17:38

1:17:38

Our next guest on CSI Chat is Chris Ashford. Chris is UK military veteran turned personal trainer. Chris has spent nearly his entire professional life focused on personal wellness and namely the three core pillars being sleep, diet and exercise. He is “Head Coach” at “Ashford Fitness Consultancy” which helps both individuals and corporations maximi…

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Jason Fox, A Hot Tub, and ThanksGavin 56:33

5M ago56:33

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This week, we were joined by friend of the show Jason ‘Foxy’ Fox, we celebrated one of our favourite annual traditions, and Johnny spotted a Martin’s Hot Tap in the wild. 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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The Ridiculator, Curry vs Driveway, and Gav’s Wire Wool 1:00:59

5M ago1:00:59

1:00:59

This week, there’s all you need to know about servility in a lackey round-up, Gav’s hero is a musical legend, and there’s a story about a Sloane, a curry, and a driveaway… 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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#21 - Walt Pavlo 1:23:43

5M ago1:23:43

1:23:43

Walt Pavlo was a senior finance executive overseeing a $2 billion operation at MCI Communications during a high growth period in the telecommunications industry before he was caught in a scheme to embezzle $6 million. Walt was eventually caught, spent some time in prison, and now speaks globally on the importance of ethics and corporate culture. Wa…

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Biscuit Byelaws, Figgy Pudding, and Change For Oxbridge 1:00:05

5M ago1:00:05

1:00:05

This week, the ultimate dream for mods, an eternal wait for a beer, and an inter-show Radio X office dispute! 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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Commuter Injuries, Bonfire Effigies, and Squirrels on a Train 55:58

6M ago55:58

55:58

Johnny was off on holiday this week, but that certainly doesn’t mean you miss out on a 4 Til 7 Thang podcast. Here are some of the best bits that didn’t quite sneak into an earlier podcast. Expect to hear about the loudest band in the world, commuter injuries, and Buckfast. Johnny returns Monday 11th November on Radio X, and then every weekday at 4…

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#20 - Patricia Walsh Chadwick 1:17:25

6M ago1:17:25

1:17:25

Patricia spent her childhood growing up in a cult with very strict rules surrounding interactions with her family and the outside world. She was then kicked out of the cult at a very young age and left with nothing. She started at the bottom rung of the ladder and eventually rose to the highest levels within Wall Street. Her story is documented thr…

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Light Entertainment, Regular Chat, and The Tree Of The Year 57:54

6M ago57:54

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This week, shoplifting hit a new high, dentists had plans for Halloween, and Gav had a Diwali Hero up to some monkey business. 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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Train Vestibules, Drunken Markers, and Cowboy Boots 58:02

6M ago58:02

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This week, we return to the Department of Petty Rage, there are cats vs babies, and Gav has clowns to the left of him, jokers to the right. 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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Episode 441 – Hendrix’s Hands, Rotisserie Chicken, and Steel Conkers 58:33

6M ago58:33

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This week, we learn about Peckham’s alternative conker scene, there are uses for unemployed line judges, and in a German-themed week Harry Paints The Town Rot. 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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#19 - Jay Dobyns 1:53:56

7M ago1:53:56

1:53:56

We sit down with Superhero Jay Dobyns (who ironically is also married to a Superhero!). Jay went deep undercover as a US Federal Agent with the Hells Angels and went on to become one of the most successful undercover agents in US law enforcement history. He is the author of two outstanding best-selling books, "No Angel: My Harrowing Undercover Jour…

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Cheese News, Lost Items, and Destroying Evidence 1:00:47

7M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

This week, The Gang looked at your lost & found items, Gav took us from Lincolnshire to Beverly Hills, and there was all the Cheese News you need. 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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MMM, Oh God No!, and Top 5 Beers… 1:00:06

7M ago1:00:06

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This week, The Gang looked at your ‘bad news’, a new tree had potentially terrible consequences for the Earth, and Johnny finally took Bohemian Rhapsody to task. 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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#18 - Olga Mecking 1:14:35

7M ago1:14:35

1:14:35

Why is the Netherlands consistently ranked as one of the happiest countries in the world? Have the Dutch solved the secret to happiness and what can the rest of the world learn from them? Olga Mecking attempts to unlock this mystery in her terrific book, "Niksen: Embracing The Dutch Art of Doing Nothing". Olga has spent a significant amount of time…

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MMAPPSS vs RED, Banana Consumption, and No Solids On The Bus… 1:04:05

7M ago1:04:05

1:04:05

This week, Little Si returned to face off with Harry, we learnt about China’s newest star, and you sent us your workplace perks. 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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Capybara on the loose!, Norwich Travelodge, and Traffic Light Parties… 1:02:57

7M ago1:02:57

1:02:57

This week, The Gang looked to the future and discussed what to preserve, Gav exposed a liar, and friend-of-the-show Dan O’Connell told us all about Keith (the town, not a person). 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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#17 - Craig Stanland 1:31:09

7M ago1:31:09

1:31:09

Craig Stanland arrived at work on a Tuesday morning and was greeted with a chilling message from the FBI demanding that he return home and he realized that his past had caught up with him. Craig documents his entire experience starting with this voicemail and ending with how he emerged from prison a changed man in his excellent book "Blank Canvas: …

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Decadence, Smashed Hotel Rooms, and Violent Conduct-or 57:52

8M ago57:52

57:52

This week, The Thang Gang took an interest in Prince William’s stubble, we went From The Ritz To The Rubble, and Johnny’s son caused a ruckus in Spain. 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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Empire News, Kier’s Cat, and Random Graffiti returns… 1:02:04

8M ago1:02:04

1:02:04

This week, Johnny is thrilled by artwork, Gav takes us to the seaside, and Ryanair gets cultural. 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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