Best Jason Manford Podcasts (2025)

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Portugal, Loch Ness & Random Things Strangers Say 52:18

2h ago52:18

52:18

Jason Manford and Steve Edge bring some light hearted fun to your Sunday morning. The pair share the random things strangers have said to you, Jason talks about his trip to Loch Ness while out on tour in Scotland, plus the guys have lots of trivia in Hit Me With Your Best Facts. There's even an exciting update on Jason and Steve's hunt to track dow…

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Emma Grede 48:37

3d ago48:37

48:37

We have CEO and entrepreneur Emma Grede joining us for lunch this week. She is the star of both Dragons’ Den & Shark Tank, and also co-creator of Skims, Good American & Safely (all created with the Kardashian family!). Over a delicious Ravinder Bhogal chicken dish, Emma taught us the details of her Thanksgiving ham recipe, talked about cooking and …

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Martin Freeman 57:45

9d ago57:45

57:45

We have Emmy & BAFTA winning actor Martin Freeman joining us for dinner this week! And he may have a filthier mind than me! In the midst of rehearsals for his new play, mum served up a delicious Ginger Pig lamb with an array of gorgeous sides for Martin. We heard all about his love of musicals (especially West Side Story), how he nearly became a pr…

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Cinema Sleeps, Easter Presents & A.I 50:13

14d ago50:13

50:13

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are back with some light hearted fun for your Sunday morning. The pair enlist the help of Chat GPT to review their show. Plus, the guys talk Easter Presents in 'Questions For Steve', Bin Chat makes a return and the guys share your trivia in 'Hit Me With Your Best Facts'. Get involved with next week's show by emailing Ja…

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Jonathan and Honey Ross 55:30

17d ago55:30

55:30

Chat show legend Jonathan Ross and his fabulously talented and fantastic screenwriter daughter, Honey Ross join us on the podcast this week! I whipped up an Ixta Belfrage prawn lasagne, mum made a lemon curd roulade, and we settled down to hear some amazing stories from the brilliant duo. Jonathan told us all about his infamous halloween parties, H…

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Always Get Two Cats, Fireplace Scratches and King Time 49:56

21d ago49:56

49:56

Jason and Steve are back and giving out advice to listeners who want cats, solving mysteries involving online bot tests, handing out the best Gaz Top facts and you share your facts, including an excellent one about an old Kings timekeeping.

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Geri Halliwell-Horner 48:13

23d ago48:13

48:13

She’s here to spice up our lives, we have the icon that is Geri Halliwell-Horner joining us this week! Geri is a Spice Girl, author, actress, and singer - there’s nothing she can’t do! Over lunch we heard about the time she met Nelson Mandela, winning Star Baker on Bake Off, her love of the Tudors, collecting snails as pets, living with George Mich…

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Tom Parker-Bowles and Henry Jeffreys 53:03

1M ago53:03

53:03

We have two guests this week, Food critic - and Queen Camilla’s son - Tom Parker-Bowles, and his podcast co-host and wine expert, Henry Jeffreys. Their new podcast ‘Intoxicating History’ delves into the origins of all types of alcohol, and Henry dug out a few bottles of wine from my wine cupboard to pair with our meal! We chatted about growing up w…

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Unexplained Mysteries, Plane Food & Paddle 41:49

1M ago41:49

41:49

Jason Manford and Steve Edge bring some light hearted fun to your Sunday Morning. Jason gives a glimpse backstage at what it's like filming 'The Answer Run' plus there's a story in the papers about a woman's extreme dining etiquette when flying. The guys also try to solve your Unexplained Mysteries plus there's lots of trivia in 'Hit Me With Your B…

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Paddy McGuinness 58:21

1M ago58:21

58:21

We likey, it’s our next guest - Paddy McGuinness! The Bolton born comedian, actor and presenter joined us for lunch to celebrate the release of his upcoming TV series. Over a roast chicken, Paddy told us that Northerners always love their food to be swimming in sauce, how he was getting tips from Sir Chris Hoy for his charity bike ride last year, h…

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Jingle Workshops, Gladiator Spots and Bus Squats 47:40

1M ago47:40

47:40

This morning on the Jason Manford Show, Jason has an on-air production meeting, he tells tale of playing Padel with a gladiator, there's some bin chat, questions for Steve and an excellent but sweaty travel hack in Romania during Hit Me With Your Best Fact

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Danny Dyer 57:58

2M ago57:58

57:58

We have actor, presenter, and national treasure Danny Dyer round for lunch this week. Mum wondered who would out swear each other over the meal, but we were both on our best behaviour! We learned about his close relationship with playwright Harold Pinter, his love of his mum’s shepherds pie, his thoughts on being related to the royals, his plans to…

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Brandi Carlile 52:53

2M ago52:53

52:53

We have a Grammy legend on the podcast this week, 11 time winner, it’s singer/songwriter Brandi Carlile! Brandi schlepped to New Cross from Windsor where she was staying with her best friend, Sir Elton John. She is about to release a brand new album with Elton, and we heard all about how the album came about - and that the entire process was filmed…

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Skincare, Explaining The Unexplainable & Paddle With A Gladiator 54:23

2M ago54:23

54:23

Jason and Steve are back with you this Sunday for some lighthearted fun. Jason sampled the skincare regime of a Hollywood megastar, there's a date in the diary to play paddle tennis with an actual Gladiator. The guys also share their new feature 'Explaining The Unexplainable', plus the guys have lots of your trivia in 'Hit Me With Your Best Facts'.…

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Jake Cohen 38:02

2M ago38:02

38:02

This week we have the absolutely gorgeous chef and cookbook writer, Jake Cohen joining us for lunch. The Native New Yorker - known for his delicious bakes - came over to bring us a special pud fresh from his upcoming cookbook. Jake told us all about the amazing NYC food scene and what restaurants to try, that he studied wine in Bordeaux, and he rev…

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Sentient Bins, Electric Cars & A Donkey In A Bath 48:25

2M ago48:25

48:25

Today on the Jason Manford show, there's a question for Steve about feeding your daughters boyfriend, lego solves crime and a fact about a dokey leads to some questionable impressions.

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Ruthie Rogers 45:01

2M ago45:01

45:01

We have the ‘Baroness of the Riverside’ on the podcast this week, the legendary Ruthie Rogers of the River Cafe in London. I made Ruthie Marbella chicken for lunch, and she brought a delicious trio of River Cafe puds for us to taste - including the iconic Chocolate Nemesis! Ruthie knows absolutely everyone and we loved hearing all her stories of th…

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Hoodies, Armrests and Sporty Feet 54:02

2M ago54:02

54:02

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are back with you this Sunday for some lighthearted fun. Jason discovers he’s got the feet of an athlete; the guys have some strong feelings when it comes to armrests on a plane. Plus, there’s a Question For Steve that leaves the pair speechless. There’s also lots of your trivia in ‘Hit Me With Your Best Facts’. If you …

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Zoe Saldaña 51:55

2M ago51:55

51:55

This week we have an absolute mega star on the podcast, the gorgeous Zoe Saldaña! Fresh from her Golden Globe win for Emilia Pérez, we sat down for brunch to chat about everything before she heads off to the BAFTAs & Oscars later in the month. We heard all about her growing up in the Dominican Republic and learning to cook from her grandma, how Emi…

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Carpets, Valentine’s Day & Windy Bins 52:22

3M ago52:22

52:22

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are back with you this Sunday! Jason shares the unique outfit he's been wearing while filming something special, the guys have strong opinions when it comes to Valentine's Day, and listener Ed sends in some 'Windy Bin Chat'. Plus the guys have lots of your trivia in Hit Me With Your Best Facts.…

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Cyndi Lauper 1:01:11

3M ago1:01:11

1:01:11

We get to see a legend’s True Colours on the podcast this week! We joined the powerhouse hitmaker Cyndi Lauper for lunch in central London and mum cooked up some borscht especially for the occasion. It was a total honour to hear Cyndi’s stories; we learnt how she grew up in the same house as her whole extended family, how she would play tricks on h…

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Workmen, Bar Snacks and Kids Pranks 51:25

3M ago51:25

51:25

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are back with you this Sunday! The guys both have workmen in at their houses, there's a 'Question For Steve' about bar snacks that leaves the pair thinking, and Jason shares a prank that his 10-year-old daughter pulled on him when he arrived home from tour. Plus, the guys have lots of your trivia in 'Hit Me With Your Be…

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Felicity Jones 40:11

3M ago40:11

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2025 is our year of the Oscar & BAFTA nominees, and this week we have this years 'Best Supporting Actress' nominee Felicity Jones joining us for lunch. Felicity is currently starring in The Brutalist which is absolutely phenomenal, and she told us all about how the beautiful film came together. We discovered the Birmingham born actress is very supe…

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AirPod Anarchy, Paddle Problems & Staying with Steve 51:43

3M ago51:43

51:43

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are back with you this Sunday for some lighthearted fun. Jason shares a story about his AirPods which could inspire a new detective drama, plus the guys have loads of your trivia in Hit Me With Your Best Facts.

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Louis Theroux 56:06

3M ago56:06

56:06

We have documentary legend, Louis Theroux joining us for dinner this week. After getting a puncture on his bike cycling round to Clapham, we sat down for a 3 course dinner served up by mum which included her famous chicken soup. We heard all about when he lived in a brothel, his love of spaghetti hoops and evolving from fussy eating, being born in …

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John Cleese, Plane Problems & Mashed Potato 1:04:19

3M ago1:04:19

1:04:19

Jason Manford and Steve Edge are joined by comedy legend John Cleese on the first show of 2025. They talk all about bringing 'Fawlty Towers - The Play' to life as it gears up for a UK tour. Plus, Jason shares his embarrassing start to the year boarding a plane and the guys share loads of your trivia as Hit Me With Your Best Facts Returns.…

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Tim Cook 47:23

3M ago47:23

47:23

This week we have Tim Cook - CEO of Apple - joining us for brunch at mums. Sandwiched between a meeting with the Prime Minister and afternoon tea with the King & Queen, Tim popped over to join us in Clapham and mum rustled up a Kedgeree. Tim brought us his favourite Californian Chardonnay and some very special spiced apple jam made from the fruits …

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Colman Domingo 55:32

4M ago55:32

55:32

This week, we’re thrilled to welcome our new best friend, the incredible Colman Domingo! One of the best-dressed men in Hollywood (with a velvet voice that could melt butter), Colman joined us for a Goat’s Cheese tart from mum’s latest cookbook obsession, Sunlight & Breadcrumbs, beetroot salad, Nigella’s moon-blushed tomatoes, followed by a meringu…

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Jesse Eisenberg 46:39

4M ago46:39

46:39

Happy New Year! We have a corker of an episode to kick of the 2025 season, the delightful Jesse Eisenberg. Jesse popped over for a late lunch to celebrate the release of his new film ‘A Real Pain’ which is beautiful. We learnt all about filming in Poland, working with his 8 year old son to create a home restaurant, celebrating ‘Thanksliving’ where …

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Christmas Bites 46:15

4M ago46:15

46:15

So here it is, Merry Christmas! We have a bumper special episode for you today catching up with 5 glorious guests from previous episodes to see what their Christmas plans and traditions are. We’re dialling into join Vanessa Williams live from the West End, Sophie Ellis Bextor as she rehearses for her New Years Eve TV special, Richard Curtis & Emma …

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James Corden & Ruth Jones 58:22

4M ago58:22

58:22

Oh, what’s occurring? We’ve only got Ruth Jones & James Corden - aka Smithy & Nessa - joining us for dinner! The creators and stars of hit and beloved comedy, Gavin & Stacey popped round to tell us all the exclusives about the upcoming Christmas special and final ever episode. After binging the entire 3 series in a week, I have a lot of questions. …

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Bonus Episode: Gabby Logan 51:45

4M ago51:45

51:45

We’ve got a very special bonus episode for you to brighten up your Monday morning! The fabulous Gabby Logan joined us for lunch and a game of Secret Santa courtesy of Deliveroo. As well as giving each other amazing gifts, we also learned that Gabby grew up in a sporty household, trained as a rhythmic gymnast in her youth, loved trying all the diffe…

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A Christmas Surprise from Peter Kay 1:00:16

4M ago1:00:16

1:00:16

The one and only Peter Kay joins Jason Manford on the final show of 2024. They talk about Peter's record-breaking tour, Wallace & Gromit, Santa and more. Plus, Jason and Steve have festive editions of Bin Chat, Questions for Steve and Hit Me With Your Best Facts.

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Chris O'Dowd & Dawn O'Porter 1:02:52

5M ago1:02:52

1:02:52

It’s time for a very special live episode with the iconic Chris O’Dowd & Dawn O’Porter, all in aid of the fabulous charity Choose Love. Recorded live at the Union Chapel with an incredible audience, mum rustled up a bunch of gorgeous canapés for our guests and she even brought a vat of her famous chicken soup for some lucky audience members. Chris …

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The Christmas Special 2024 55:37

5M ago55:37

55:37

Merry Christmas! Jason Manford and Steve Edge return with their annual Christmas Special. Together they sample the best festive delights that can be found in shops and supermarkets across the UK. The guys also share your Christmas traditions, plus find out what your Christmas tree says about you...

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Sharon Horgan 46:40

5M ago46:40

46:40

This week we have Irish comedy royalty round for dinner, the brilliant Sharon Horgan. Sharon popped to New Cross and brought her two gorgeous daughters with her. Mum made a Salmon en croute, and I made a Pannetone Bread and Butter pudding. We learned all about Sharon growing up in pubs in Hackney and Ireland, living in squats and being fed by Hare …

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