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Early Worms with Phil Ellis and Anna Thomas

A Lovely Time Productions
Taskmaster
Preston
Early Worms
Christmas
Comedy
Valentine's Day
Wales
Breakfast Show
Teenage Relationships
Fortnite
KFC
Patreon
The Pope
Clubbing
Nightlife
Christmas Traditions
Dogs
Unabomber
Childhood Worms
Teen Mom

Join comedians Phil Ellis (Taskmaster) and Anna Thomas (BBC New Comedy Award Winner) for the world’s most demented Breakfast Show. On a weekly basis, Preston’s funniest export Ellis catches up with the incredibly Welsh Anna on a weekly basis to talk about their very different, but equally chaotic lives. Chat, laughs and mayhem.

If you’ve got something you’d like to share with Phil and Anna, drop ... more

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Latest Episodes

As we close out season one we are super psyched to say we have our first guests! They had the best time ever and would recommend to a friend!

If you have a morning routine you'd like us to review you can drop us a line on Earlywormspodcast@gmail.com... more

Save the Preston Guild Hall! Or at least reinstate it to its former glory! The kids simply must have a panto! Phil and Anna try their hand at local activism and more in a brand new Early Worms!

If you have a morning routine you'd like us to review y... more

Break out the Daffs! Purchase your leeks! We're getting together to celebrate a real one ST DAVID.. But what else happened on this day in history? It wasn't actually St David's day but give us a break.

If you have a morning routine you'd like us to ... more

Good morning neighbour! We hope you're well and that no one has found out about that terrible secret of yours! On this weeks episode Phil will theoretically beat another hapless celebrity to a pulp, but this one comes with a twist. We'll be reviewing... more

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Recent Guests

Harriet Kemsley
Comedian; guest contributor in a video segment
Episode: Ta-Ra For Now
Sam O'Leary
Guest (co-guest with Joe Kent Walters)
Episode: Ta-Ra For Now
Joe Kent Walters
Guest (co-guest with Sam O'Leary)
Episode: Ta-Ra For Now
Rich Wilson
Friend of the show, comedian
Self
Episode: Tis St David's Day

Hosts

Phil Ellis
Host of the show (co-host); part of a duo known for chaotic, warm, improvisational banter.
Anna Thomas
Co-host of the show; renowned for witty one-liners and collaborative chemistry with Phil Ellis.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Love it

    Just when I thought I needed more Phil Ellis, here he is! Anna is wonderful as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erin McDD
    United States4 months ago
  • Zeitgeist

    Phil and Anna capture the zeitgeist of this generation. Long may they run.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bluespana
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • …Catches the bird.

    Great podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HQ8910
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Makes me late for work

    This is my favorite podcast. Phil and Anna are hilarious. I listen as I get ready for work which is too distracting. I’d listen on my way to work but I might crash.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tina Godby
    United States5 months ago
  • 30 minutes full of chat chit and the occasional mention of worms

    Podcast Addict
    5
    GAshby29
    5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Guests and segments consistently highlight the show's playful, friendly vibe.
Sound quality and volume balance is a common topic in feedback.
Fans praise natural, goofy chemistry and chaotic energy.
Listeners enjoy the hosts' banter and relatable life anecdotes.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#174
United States/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#35
United Kingdom/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#227
Canada/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#114
Italy/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#117
Australia/Comedy/Stand-Up
Apple Podcasts
#197
France/Comedy/Stand-Up

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ta-Ra For Now
Q: What's the tone of this morning's show and how do you keep it flowing with guests?
We lean into chaos with a rhythm of quick topics, improvisation, and playful riffs with guests that keep the conversation feeling spontaneous rather than rehearsed.
Taskmaster Q&A Volume 2
Q: Did you think you had a shot at winning before you got to the live shows?
Not at all. I didn't think I was going to get anywhere close, but I was consistent during the tasks I managed to perform.
Taskmaster Q&A Volume 2
Q: What was it like going from having done a few bits of TV to being on the biggest panel show currently being made?
It was a bit nerve-racking in the studio during the tasks, but I just kept reminding myself to enjoy the experience.
Taskmaster Q&A Volume 2
Q: How has it been trying to not talk about being on Taskmaster for the past several months?
It was hard at first because I couldn't really tell anyone, but then people would guess if I tried to drop hints.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Early Worms

What is Early Worms about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two Welsh-British comedians host a chaotic, upbeat morning-show banter format that blends personal anecdotes, improvised games, audience contributions, and recurring comedy segments. Across recent episodes, topics span breakfast routines, travel mishaps, pets, pop culture tangents, and playful debates on science and history, all delivered with rapid-fire banter and a self-deprecating, playful energy. Notable hooks include recurring worm-themed bits, mock science segments, and heavy audience participation via Patreon and listener-chosen prompts, which give the show a high-energy, community-driven feel that casual listeners and fans of improvised comedy tend to enjoy. The show's distinctive mix of warmth, impulsiveness, and inside-joke cultur... more

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3. Joe Kent Walters
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