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Messy Lunch

Messy Lunch
Town
London
Music Industry
Sunday Roast
Culinary Arts
Sleaford Mods
The Damned
Baxter Dury
London, United Kingdom
Hospitality
Gilda
Beef
Gravies
Cocktails
Charity Dinner
Island Restaurant
Prawn Cocktail
Hipster Movement
Rock Music
Otto

Join Gizzi Erskine & Leonie May Cooper as they take out your favourite musicians to some of London's hottest food establishments for an extremely Messy Lunch.

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Welcome to Episode 6 of Messy Lunch! We have 2026 Mobo WINNERS for best alternative act......Nova Twins!  Amy Love and Georgia South are one of the most electrifying live acts on the UK music scene. With a sound that spans punk, rap, pop, rock, metal... more

Episode 5 of Messy Lunch is here. We have been trying hard to get this one made with one of our favourite people in the world and we finally pulled it off, we have non other than the 'Sausage Man' aka the UK's answer to Serge Gainsbourg.....Baxter Du... more

Welcome to episode 4 of Messy Lunch. In this episode we are beyond excited to be joined by Rat Scabies & Paul Gray of punk pioneers The Damned.. The Damned were formed in 1976 and are celebrating the 50th anniversary of their band and in turn punk it... more

Welcome to episode 3 of Messy Lunch. In this episode we are extremely lucky to be joined with Jason Williamson from post - punk duo Sleaford Mods. Sleaford Mods, for those that don't know are one the most prominent punk / post punk acts to come out o... more

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Recent Guests

Baxter Dury
Musician and guest on the episode
Artist (Baxter Dury)
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 5 - Baxter Dury At Otto's French Restaurant, Farringdon
Rat Scabies
Drummer of The Damned, punk icon
The Damned
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 4 - The Damned At Legado, Shoreditch
Paul Gray
Bass guitarist of The Damned
The Damned
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 4 - The Damned At Legado, Shoreditch
Jason Williamson
Lead singer of Sleaford Mods, guest on episode
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 3 - Sleaford Mods - Jason Williamson at Acme Fire Cult, Dalston.
Mike Vigilante
Co-owner of Island restaurant and music enthusiast
Island Restaurant
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 2 - The Hives' Mike Vigilante & Kate Clover at Island, Mare Street Market, Kings Cross.
Kate Clover
Musician and food lover
Episode: Messy Lunch Episode 2 - The Hives' Mike Vigilante & Kate Clover at Island, Mare Street Market, Kings Cross.

Hosts

Gizzi Erskine
Host of Messy Lunch
Leonie May Cooper
Co-host of Messy Lunch

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • Love this

    What a line up of bands and restaurants. What a fun show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Indiegeeez
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • YES

    This is a big fat YES! More please, immediately.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ciarahaidar
    United Kingdom3 months ago

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Guests often share backstage and touring anecdotes that feel intimate and entertaining.
Production exudes warmth and a sense of playful experimentation that resonates with listeners.
Energetic banter and strong guest lineups make episodes highly engaging for food and music fans.
The show blends chef-like hospitality with rock stories, offering a fresh angle on familiar guests.

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#212
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#75
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#136
Brazil/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#149
Ireland/Arts/Food

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Messy Lunch Episode 3 - Sleaford Mods - Jason Williamson at Acme Fire Cult, Dalston.
Q: Tell me about Acme Fire Cult. How long have you been here, and how long had you wanted to do something like this?
They describe a gradual evolution from pop-up-style setups to a proper venue, including funding and learning curves, focusing on community and great ingredients rather than formal restaurant rules.
Messy Lunch Episode 1 - The Waeve aka Rose Elinor Dougall & Graham Coxon at TOWN, Covent Garden.
Q: What is your favorite thing on the menu right now?
There are three things that I can't not order.

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Listeners can expect lively, food-forward conversations with musicians and industry guests, set against immersive London dining experiences. Episodes blend banter, backstage stories, and vivid dish descriptions—often tying culinary culture to music history, touring life, and creative collaboration. Notable strengths include high-energy hosts, a theatrical dining backdrop, and a knack for turning meals into storytelling moments that feel both nostalgic and current. This mix makes it appealing to music fans who enjoy food culture, as well as brands seeking a creative, sponsorship-friendly show with strong personality and hospitality angles.

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Messy Lunch launched 3 months ago and published 6 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Baxter Dury
2. Rat Scabies
3. Paul Gray
4. Jason Williamson
5. Mike Vigilante
6. Kate Clover

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