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MONKEY TENNIS - The Alan Partridge Fan Podcast

POST/POP
Alan Partridge
Big Beacon
Mental Health
BBC
This Time
Seldom
Saudi Arabia
From the Oasthouse
Calm
Norwich
Samuel Taylor Coleridge
North Norfolk Digital
The Oasthouse
Comedy
Jennie Gresham
Cornwall
Family Dynamics
Brexit
TV Career Lighthouse
Lighthouse

The definitive Alan Partridge fan podcast, dissecting and celebrating his output episode by episode. Acclaimed as one of the best TV & Film podcasts by The Telegraph, featuring guest appearances from stars Tim Key, Stephen Mangan, Susannah Fielding, and Simon Greenall. Join us as we discuss our favourite moments, the character’s lasting legacy, and analyse the entire Alan Partridge Universe: I’m A... more

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Latest Episodes

We're back, with a new series (starting officially Oct 13th), a live show (Nov 19th) and a trawl through your feedback (now). Alan's funeral, vehicles, kids, romance, durability and a 30th anniversary, all covered for your mild amusement...

Monkey T... more

We're rerunning the fun and turning the clock back 10 years this week, as we revisit the first ever episode of Monkey Tennis, in which we tackle I'm Alan Partridge Series 1, Episode 1... Worth the entry fee alone for a new intro from 2026's very own ... more

As we continue to celebrate 10 Years of Monkey Tennis with some special episodes, today we're think-abouting which celebrity you'd spend a bank holiday with and what would you do? We've taken a look back through the feedback archives to create a Mega... more

Join us for a special 'Ask Us Anything' victory lap as we celebrate a decade of Monkey Tennis with behind the scenes intel, a special live announcement and answers to your many questions, from 'What should Partridge do next?' to 'Has your career gone... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Serafinowicz
Special live guest, actor known for Alan Partridge roles and MCU/U.S. film work
Actor/Comedian
Episode: 174 • Feedback In The Big Time!
Simon Greenall
Voice of Michael, a recurring character in Alan Partridge's universe
None mentioned
Episode: 153 • From The Oasthouse S3: Ep 11 + Wrap Up

Hosts

Adam Brooks
Host of the Monkey Tennis podcast and part of a four-member hosting team.
Tom Dark
Host of Monkey Tennis podcast, part of the four-member hosting team.
Tom Stabb
Co-host of the Monkey Tennis podcast, part of the four-member hosting team.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 690 ratings
  • Lovely stuff.

    Not my words, Michael: the words of Shakin’ Stevens.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eruresto Nyellë
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • INTO ME

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Blacklabelspence
    7 months ago
  • Lovely stuff

    Not my words, the words of Shakin’ Stevens. 7 on 10

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dyates7468
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Back of the net

    Glad you guys are big in the back time! Lovely stuff!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EvW888
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Goo’ job wacky humans

    My wub this pod. It keeping my sane as naughty Trump

    an’ Vance tryin’ to ruin the country an’ start the world war. Thank oo buddies for having a good taste an’ making my chuckle. HOY!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr Bear Life Coach
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for deep-dive analysis and affectionate humor.
Fans love the mix of trivia and behind-the-scenes anecdotes from Partridge lore.
Some listeners appreciate guest perspectives and guests' stories, while a few criticize politics tangents in related content.

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Apple Podcasts
#9
United Kingdom/TV & Film/TV Reviews
Apple Podcasts
#69
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#160
Canada/TV & Film/TV Reviews
Apple Podcasts
#12
Italy/TV & Film/TV Reviews
Apple Podcasts
#106
France/TV & Film/TV Reviews
Apple Podcasts
#148
Italy/TV & Film

Talking Points

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174 • Feedback In The Big Time!
Q: If you could send Alan on a holiday somewhere, where would you send him and for how long?
Adam suggests Dubai but as a satirical punish/lesson, while others propose a cross-country, car-based journey across the UK to highlight different Partridge environments, with Alan encountering new faces and situations that could naturally drive new comedy.
164 • How Are You? Episode 1
Q: What do you think of Alan's attempt to tackle mental health in this series?
The hosts are skeptical, noting that Alan's approach seems superficial and often misguided, reflecting the show's comedic tone.

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A humorous, deeply fan-centric analysis of a long-running comedy universe centered on a fictional broadcaster. Episodes feature four regulars dissecting classic material, sharing trivia, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and running gags, often weaving in live-show updates and community-sourced content. The show stands out for affectionate, meticulous deep-dives, playful banter, and a strong sense of fan culture that invites listener participation and ongoing exploration of related BBC properties and spin-offs.

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