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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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Latest Episodes

Clive Anderson is joined by comedian Jen Brister, currentl touring her show 'Reactive', she's on a mission to see if she can chill out. Actor Giles Terera is starring in a new production of One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest at the Old Vic and best-sell... more

Stuart Maconie is joined in Salford by master of mind control and psychological illusion Derren Brown who is currently touring his latest show 'Only Human'. Stand up Maria Shehata moved to the UK for love, but the course of true love did not run smoo... more

Stuart Maconie soaks up Glasgow International Comedy Festival.

He is joined by comedian Alana Jackson who went viral with her stories of Glasgow funerals, took home the prestigious So You Think You're Funny? award in 2024, and took time out of her l... more

Comic, Strictly winner and Live Comedy Day ambassador Chris McCausland joins Kiri Pritchard-McLean for a chat about siblings. Chris remembers pitched battles aged 11 with his then four year old sister over TV rights.

Comedy cabaret duo Flo and Joan... more

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Recent Guests

Derren Brown
illusionist and mentalist known for audience participation shows
Self-employed / live show promoter
Episode: Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Alison Larkin
writer and performer known for Grief, a Comedy
Self-employed
Episode: Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Maria Shehata
comedian and writer, Wisdomless
Self-employed
Episode: Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Sam Carter
musician part of Peter's Field
Peter's Field
Episode: Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Francesca Pidgeon
multi-instrumentalist behind Dilettante
Dilettante
Episode: Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Sam Lake
Comedian
Episode: Sam Lake, One Day: The Musical, Alana Jackson, Candice Chung, Stuart Maconie, Vitamin String Quartet
Candice Chung
Writer and editor
Episode: Sam Lake, One Day: The Musical, Alana Jackson, Candice Chung, Stuart Maconie, Vitamin String Quartet
Alana Jackson
Actor and comedian
Episode: Sam Lake, One Day: The Musical, Alana Jackson, Candice Chung, Stuart Maconie, Vitamin String Quartet
Vitamin String Quartet
String quartet ensemble
Episode: Sam Lake, One Day: The Musical, Alana Jackson, Candice Chung, Stuart Maconie, Vitamin String Quartet

Hosts

Stuart Maconie
Host of Loose Ends
Clive Anderson
Host of the Loose Ends podcast

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 183 ratings
  • Topical

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jaxvarese
    United Kingdom3 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 Kingdom8 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 Kingdom8 years ago

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Positive reception of varied guests and lively conversations; listeners appreciate the mix of culture, humor, and music.
Some critiques about the upload cadence or consistency of episodes.
Fans highlight Clive Anderson as a strong interviewer and praise diverse guest rosters.

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Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Q: What makes the stage show different from TV in terms of audience involvement?
Live shows invite direct interaction and a shared, evolving experience with the audience, which is harder to replicate in TV.
Derren Brown, Maria Shehata, Alison Larkin, Peter's Field, Dilettante
Q: Is there a regulatory body for stage hypnotists?
There is something like that; the practice has safeguards and a structure to ensure safety, though it's not overly bureaucratic.
Joanna Scanlan, Adèle Anderson, Faye Tozer, Elles Bailey, ERNIE
Q: Is that something you fancy, Faye, a claymation figure playing you?
The panel explores the playful idea but ultimately moves back to the reality of live performance and the personal branding that comes with stage work.
Tim Firth, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Operation Mincemeat, Lois, Stuart Maconie, Tom Hodgkinson
Q: What would your top takeaway from Stoicism be?
I think the idea of being indifferently serene is really valuable.
Tim Firth, Fatiha El-Ghorri, Operation Mincemeat, Lois, Stuart Maconie, Tom Hodgkinson
Q: So, Fatiha, do you see yourself having weathered romantic storms?
Yes, I have been married and divorced twice, which I consider just part of my life.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loose Ends

What is Loose Ends about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features a rotating roster of guests from theatre, music, comedy, literature, and broadcasting for long-form conversations, live performances, and playful banter. Across episodes, guests share behind-the-scenes stories from stage and screen, reflections on cultural trends, and personal journeys, often interwoven with musical interludes or entertainment bits. The tone blends thoughtful storytelling with humor, creating a dinner-party vibe that invites listeners to peek behind the curtain of British culture and arts. A standout quality is the eclectic mix of talents and the way conversations pivot between intimate anecdotes and broad cultural discussions, making it appealing to fans of theatre, music, and contemporary culture while s... more

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1. Derren Brown
2. Alison Larkin
3. Maria Shehata
4. Sam Carter
5. Francesca Pidgeon
6. Sam Lake
7. Candice Chung
8. Alana Jackson

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