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Anything Goes with James English

Anything Goes with James English
Mental Health
Addiction
Prison
Crime
Violence
Redemption
Prison System
Luke Mitchell
Child Trafficking
Boxing
Child Abuse
Mafia
Jodie Jones
Prison Life
Social Media
Child Protection
Corruption
Recovery
Jeffrey Epstein
Family

The Anything Goes Podcast Show is a place you'll find people talking about their real-life stories and experiences. Hosted by James English, guests include reformed gangsters, comedians, actors, footballers, porn stars, politicians and many more who all have a story to tell. Expect shocking stories about murder, crime, depression, addictions and suicide, with some laughs along the way with sagas o... more

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Anything Goes with James English, Ep Paul Gascoigne

Football Legend Paul Gascoigne Tells His Life Story

From the streets of Newcastle to becoming one of football’s most gifted and troubled icons, this episode dives deep into the life of Gazza. We e... more

Anything Goes with James English. Ep 551The Oracle: The Woman Behind the Matrix.

What if the world around us isn’t what it seems? What if the battle between good and evil, humanity and machines, freedom and control, has already begun?

The Oracle i... more

Anything Goes with James English Ep 550

My Husband of 16 years Was Drugging & Raping Me - Zoe Watts Tells Her Story

Married to a MONSTER

My husband of 16 years was drugging and rapping me.

In this powerful and deeply emotional episode, Zoe Watt... more

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Recent Guests

Daryl Davies
Author of The Clan Whisperer; former Ku Klux Klan member; professional musician
Author and musician
Episode: Bringing Down the KKK - Daryl Davies Tells His Powerful Story
Paul Gascoigne
Football legend and guest
Professional footballer, Gazza
Episode: Football Legend Paul Gascoigne Tells His Life Story
Sophia Stewart
Author and creator associated with Matrix and Terminator concepts
Independent author/creative
Episode: The Oracle: The Woman Behind the Matrix - Sophia Stewart Tells Her Story
Zoe Watts
Survivor and speaker sharing her story of domestic abuse, marital rape, and recovery
Episode: My Husband of 16 years Was Drugging & Raping Me - Zoe Watts Tells Her Story
Johnny Chang
Member of the Watching/Chinese Triads, later reformed
Former gang member turned mentor/prison chaplain
Episode: My Life in the Triads - Gang Leader Johnny Chang Tells His Story
Paul Knight
Former Broadmoor patient, author of High Security, High Risk
Author
Episode: London Gangster Sentenced to Life in Broadmoor as a Paranoid Schizophrenic
Tony Argent
Former criminal, spent over 20 years in prison for murder; now pastor
Pastor (church-based ministry)
Episode: Murderer v priest - London gansgter comes face to face with a priest
Paul Stockton
Former gang member, author, and subject of the interview
Author of The Battle Within
Episode: London Gangster Doing Satanic Rituals - Paul Stockton Tells His Story
Danny Christie
Bare-knuckle fighter and podcast guest
Self / Professional fighter
Episode: Fighting Talk - Undefeated Bouncer V Bareknuckle Fighter Danny Christie

Host

James English
Host of Anything Goes with James English; consistently presents wide-ranging interviews across crime, entertainment, business and personal transformation. The show features anecdotes, controversy and candid storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 6.6k ratings
  • Great host

    Listen to podcasts at work , he engages well and lets people tell their story’s , well worth a listen 👍

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rick,h75
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Rubbish

    McCann guest was chaotic. Doubt he could organise a shopping list never mind a conclusive book.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Vinnie Garstrokes
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Really enjoyable

    Iv listened to pretty much all of them whilst driving,running, working, gym and they are really interesting and real. Think my fave one is the Liverpool witch story.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Andyf1tz
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Addiction

    I have listened to James for a few years now and as always they are brilliant,good mix of guests and always asks the questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Theafflictionoftheaddiction
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Still the Mayweather of podcasts

    The dehaven one James is next level for Jay z fans

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Scouse596
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Consistent quality and a good mix of guests from true crime to personal triumphs.
Some listeners feel the host could push back more against controversial guests.
Shows strong, inspirational storytelling with powerful guests and impactful messages.
Long-time fans praise the range of topics and the authenticity of stories.
Audience appreciates candid conversations and a relaxed interview style that still probes deeply.

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Radio man the worlds most famous homeless man.
Q: What was it like meeting Robin Williams?
Robin was generous and curious, treating me like a real collaborator. He invited me to share perspectives on how homeless characters should be portrayed and to help guide filming with authenticity, which built a strong friendship between us.
Radio man the worlds most famous homeless man.
Q: How did you first get into movies?
I wandered onto a movie set, talked my way in, and a producer saw something in me. That introduction led to roles, a SAG card, and a long journey through various films where I became a familiar face on set.
London Gangster Doing Satanic Rituals - Paul Stockton Tells His Story
Q: When did you first encounter beliefs or practices that shifted your path?
During prison, after a dramatic rage episode, he experiences a 'God in a Cell' moment and begins exploring spirituality through church and later magical traditions.
London Gangster Doing Satanic Rituals - Paul Stockton Tells His Story
Q: What was your first prison experience like?
He details Brixton and Swaleside, the harsh conditions, and how the experience shifted his perspective, eventually leading to spiritual inquiry during his time inside.
London Gangster Doing Satanic Rituals - Paul Stockton Tells His Story
Q: What age did you first start getting involved with street life?
He started around 15, describing how he left home and fell in with older peers who exposed him to theft, drugs, and more serious crime.

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What is Anything Goes about and what kind of topics does it cover?

- The show features candid, controversy-driven conversations with high-profile guests and individuals who have lived through dramatic life events, often spanning crime, investigations, trauma, wealth and fame. Episodes frequently center on personal transformation, misjudgments by institutions, and lessons learned from extreme experiences, with a balance of hard-hitting storytelling and insights into resilience and second chances. The format tends to favor in-depth, unflinching storytelling, sometimes touching on sensitive or taboo topics, and it often attracts listeners interested in crime, justice, and personal redemption. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests—from polygraph experts and criminologists to survivors and infamous public ... more

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Recent guests on Anything Goes include:

1. Daryl Davies
2. Paul Gascoigne
3. Sophia Stewart
4. Zoe Watts
5. Johnny Chang
6. Paul Knight
7. Tony Argent
8. Paul Stockton

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