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Barbican Station - A Slow Horses Podcast

Spy Write
Slow Horses
Mick Herron
Slough House
River
Down Cemetery Road
Roddy Ho
Jackson Lamb
Claude Whelan
London Rules
Gary Oldman
Tara
MI5
Espionage
Catherine
London
Amos
Zoe
Shadow State
Diana Taverner
JK Ko

This is a podcast exploring the world of the slow horses in Slough House created by Mick Herron

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes70Founded6 years ago
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BooksArtsHobbiesLeisure

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Find all previous and future episodes listed here or in your podcast app under “Barbican Station”. This episode I speak to Saskia Reeves about her performance on Slow Horses. We talk about Lamb’s relationship with Catherine and Reeves character choic... more

Find all previous and future episodes listed here or in your podcast app under “Barbican Station”. This episode I talk with author Frank Sennett about episode three, Resurrection. We talk about all of this episodes shocking returns, russian assassins... more

Find all previous and future episodes listed here or in your podcast app under “Barbican Station”. This episode I speak to Christopher Chung about his performance as Roddy Ho on Season six of Slow Horses. We talk about Season 5 afterglow, an evolving... more

Find all previous and future episodes listed here or in your podcast app under “Barbican Station”. This episode I talk with Scott from the SpyHards podcast about episode two, Daddy Issues. We talk about that cliffhanger ending, bad tv interviews and... more

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Recent Guests

Christopher Chung
Actor who plays Roddy Ho
Barbican Station host show guest
Episode: Barbican Station – Slow Horses Season 6 Christopher Chung interview
Scott Hardy
Recap Superstar, half of the SpyHards team
SpyHards
Episode: Barbican Station – Slow Horses Season 6 Episode 1 recap
Sam Leith
Literary editor at The Spectator and host of their Book Club podcast
The Spectator
Episode: Barbican Station – Clown Town by Mick Herron – Explored
Fehinti Balogun
Actor known for his role as Amos in Down Cemetery Road
Episode: Barbican Station – Down Cemetery Road Interviews – Fehinti Balogun and Darren Boyd
Darren Boyd
Actor known for his role as C in Down Cemetery Road
Episode: Barbican Station – Down Cemetery Road Interviews – Fehinti Balogun and Darren Boyd
Keir Graf
Full-time author and co-host of the Filmographers Podcast
Filmographers Podcast
Episode: Barbican Station – Down Cemetery Road Season 1 Episode 4 – Recap
Nick Mohammed
Actor portraying the mayor in Slow Horses Season 5
Episode: Barbican Station – Nick Mohammed Interview and Season 5 wrap-up
Frank Sennett
Episode: Barbican Station – Nick Mohammed Interview and Season 5 wrap-up
Matthew Bradford
Superstar returning guest, runs the site The Double O Section
Episode: Barbican Station – Season 5 Episode 6 – Recap

Host

Jeff
Host of Barbican Station, centered on Slow Horses discussions and book-to-TV analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 293 ratings
  • Thoughtful and insightful

    Jeff is a great host. He shows up prepared to discuss episodes, books, whatever. He is thoughtful and insightful in his discussions. I really enjoy listening to his podcasts, including LeCarre Cast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SVF1958
    United States4 months ago
  • No analysis

    Listen to The Watch instead. They actually do show analysis instead of this tedious play-by-play of what happened. We already saw it, we don’t need you to walk through every scene with us! Verges on the Chris Farley SNL skit “remember when that happened? That was cool…”

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    bcsquest
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great especially if you enjoy the slow horses series and books.

    I thoroughly enjoy this podcast covering the Mick Herron books and shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fi_gau
    United Statesa year ago
  • A rewarding listen for Slow Horses fans!

    I first discovered Slow Horses when it premiered on Apple TV+, and I was instantly hooked. That led me to dive into the book series, which I’ve thoroughly enjoyed. I came across the podcast some time ago, but only recently started listening. Wow, I wish I’d jumped in sooner! I’ve gone back to the very beginning and am working my way through each episode. If you're a fan of the books or the show, this podcast is a fantastic companion. It’s been such a rewarding listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tyr0bins0n
    United Statesa year ago
  • Slow Horses

    Detailed examination of each episode. Great Brit Spy lore background, knows all the terms and locastions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NYCneedstiknow
    United Statesa year ago

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Guest variety keeps conversations fresh and insightful for fans of Slow Horses.
Audience feedback often highlights high production quality and strong episode pacing.
Experts guests and knowledgeable hosts provide depth without losing accessibility.
Mix of literary and TV discussion attracts a broad but focused listener base.

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#26
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#85
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#12
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Apple Podcasts
#40
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Apple Podcasts
#47
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#136
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Barbican Station – Slow Horses Season 6 Christopher Chung interview
Q: Do you see a potential spinoff for Hot Rod?
It's possible, but audiences may be overwhelmed by Ho's presence in a single season; a spin-off would depend on how the character evolves and the appetite of viewers.
Barbican Station – Slow Horses Season 6 Christopher Chung interview
Q: What have you learned about Ho since season five that you bring into season six?
Ho has grown through heartbreak and a desire to mentor others, but he remains impulsive and hyper-efficient, which continues to drive him and the plot.
Barbican Station – Slow Horses Season 6 Christopher Chung interview
Q: How did the change in showrunner affect your approach to Roddy Ho this season?
The new writer allowed us to keep the character's voice but encouraged collaborative input, giving Ho a broader range to operate within while maintaining the core of who he is.
Barbican Station – Clown Town by Mick Herron – Explored
Q: How does Sam Leith view the way Herron uses voice and rhetoric in Clown Town?
Leith argues that Herron's strength lies in his deft handling of multiple voices and idiolects within the same narrative, which keeps the plotting taut while allowing each character a distinct linguistic fingerprint; this makes the political satire feel organic rather than preachy.
Barbican Station – Down Cemetery Road Interviews – Fehinti Balogun and Darren Boyd
Q: What was that transition like for you in stepping back into espionage?
Darren describes his character as machine-like with no redeeming qualities, making it a fun challenge to portray such a stark contrast to his previous roles.

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What is Barbican Station about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on Mick Herron's Slough House universe, merging book lore with TV adaptations and spy fiction analysis. Episodes commonly explore characters, narrative technique, satire, and the broader espionage world, often featuring interviews with actors, authors, and experts to unpack plot points, characterization, and how media shapes perception. Noteworthy traits include a polished, informed host style, deep dives into cross-media adaptations, and a penchant for linking literary craft to contemporary culture, making it a solid pick for fans of nuanced spy fiction and related media.

Listeners probably skew toward literature and espionage enthusiasts who enjoy thoughtful discussion, guest insights from actors and writers, and connectio... more

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