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Loose Ends

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Clive Anderson and guests with an eclectic mix of conversation, music and comedy

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There's plenty of festive energy left with Stuart Maconie and guests in the Loose Ends twixtmas studio:

Taskmaster champion Maisie Adams tells us how she got in touch with her previously hidden competition-demon on the show, her highly-flammable com... more

Stuart Maconie presents the Loose Ends festive Christmas special, recorded in front of an audience in the BBC's Philharmonic Studio at MediaCity.

King of the Christmas jumper, Gyles Brandreth brings his book 'Somewhere, A Boy And A Bear' - a biogra... more

Clive Anderson is joined in Glasgow by My Mad Fat Diary actor Sharon Rooney. In her latest thriller series The Revenge Club she joins Martin Compston and Meera Syal in a cast of motley divorcees who want to get back at their exes.

Jonathan Watson i... more

Making lemonade from the lemons of life is the theme to this week's Loose Ends.

The comedian Omid Djalili was so incensed by having his shows cancelled after 9/11 due to his Middle Eastern heritage that he devised a stand up tour called Namaste so h... more

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Recent Guests

Flora Shedden
Baker, writer, and shopkeeper, author of 'Winter in the Highlands'
Aaron Bakery
Episode: Sharon Rooney, Jonathan Watson, Clive Anderson, Banjo Beale, Flora Shedden, Malin Lewis, Ballad Lines
Banjo Beale
Interior designer and broadcaster, presented 'Designing the Hebrides'
BBC
Episode: Sharon Rooney, Jonathan Watson, Clive Anderson, Banjo Beale, Flora Shedden, Malin Lewis, Ballad Lines
Sharon Rooney
Actress, known for roles in 'My Mad Fat Diary' and 'Barbie'
Paramount+
Episode: Sharon Rooney, Jonathan Watson, Clive Anderson, Banjo Beale, Flora Shedden, Malin Lewis, Ballad Lines
Malin Lewis
Piper and composer, originated bagpipes
Independent
Episode: Sharon Rooney, Jonathan Watson, Clive Anderson, Banjo Beale, Flora Shedden, Malin Lewis, Ballad Lines
Omid Djalili
Comedian and actor known for his stand-up show Namaste and roles in Hollywood films
Episode: Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Neil Morrissey
Actor known for roles in Men Behaving Badly and Line of Duty, currently starring in A Christmas Carol
Episode: Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Elizabeth Day
Best-selling author and host of the podcast How to Fail
Episode: Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Ania Magliano
Comedian, winner of Best New Show Award at the Leicester Comedy Festival 2022
Episode: Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Dan Patterson
TV producer known for creating Mock the Week, discussing his stage show Dracapella
Episode: Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella

Hosts

Clive Anderson
Host known for his engaging and humorous interview style, guiding conversations with a blend of wit and insight.
Stuart Maconie
A well-regarded presenter known for his lively discussions and diverse cultural insights, contributing to the vibrant conversation.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 182 ratings
  • Topical

    Please can you interview Henry Dimbleby re his book Ravenous.Thanks

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaxvarese
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Weekend Gem

    I was slow to the party with this podcast but now firmly established only weekend podcast list. Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hgdtfdhbdfg
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Over talking

    Clive try’s to hard to be funny, too much over talking and interrupting. Great guests and presenters just let it breathe.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nick garbutt
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Would be 10star but never updated

    Come on BBC. This is a must-listen. Have to use iPlayer every week as delivery is so shoddy. Sort it out. You don’t do the programme team justice.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    podcastfail
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • An occasional dream

    Mmmm. For all the promotional spiel Clive gives the podcast on the show, it is totally crap the way that episodes aren’t uploaded. The last one was 2 weeks ago. This is the BBC for you. Inconsistent to say the least. Amateurish.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Tmir
    United Kingdom7 years ago

Listeners Say

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Many appreciate the eclectic mix of guests, including heavyweights from various artistic backgrounds, enhancing the show's cultural depth.
Some mention issues with timely episode releases and consistency, impacting user experience.
Reviewers frequently highlight the quality of humor and insightful commentary provided during episodes.
Listeners appreciate the dynamic discussions and engaging guests that feel like a lively dinner party atmosphere.

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#204
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Apple Podcasts
#245
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Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Q: What is Dracapella about?
Dracapella is a musical retelling of Dracula through the medium of acapella singing.
Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Q: Do I have to read The Party before I read One of Us?
No, you can buy One of Us as a standalone novel.
Omid Djalili, Neil Morrissey, Elizabeth Day, Clive Anderson, Ania Magliano, Dracapella
Q: Why is your show called Namaste?
It's called Namaste because I've never liked comedians to just stand there and rant angrily.
Danny Robins, Garth Marenghi, Rebecca Lucy Taylor, Donna Thompson, The New Eves
Q: So, Danny, do you believe in ghosts?
Danny states that he'd love to believe in ghosts and has had an interest since childhood.
Danny Robins, Garth Marenghi, Rebecca Lucy Taylor, Donna Thompson, The New Eves
Q: Garth, do you go to Halloween parties? Do you dress up or is that?
Garth says he is too busy writing to attend Halloween parties.

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An eclectic mix of conversations, music, and comedy mark each episode, as a diverse array of guests engage in light-hearted yet insightful discussions. Topics frequently traverse the realms of comedy, literature, current events in the arts and culture, and personal anecdotes that connect with broader societal themes. The format is vibrant and amusing, often resembling a lively dinner party where guests share stories and promote their respective works, all while engaging in witty banter with the host. Notable for its blend of humor and cultural commentary, the show presents a unique atmosphere that invites listeners into thought-provoking discussions interspersed with musical performances and comedic insights.

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Recent guests on Loose Ends include:

1. Flora Shedden
2. Banjo Beale
3. Sharon Rooney
4. Malin Lewis
5. Omid Djalili
6. Neil Morrissey
7. Elizabeth Day
8. Ania Magliano

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