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My Time Capsule

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A podcast that asks guests, such as Stephen Fry, David Mitchell, Caroline Quentin, Ross Noble, Lee Mack, Arabella Weir & Rob Brydon, for five things which they’d like to put in a Time Capsule. They can choose anything from an item, to a memory, a film or even a country. Four of them are things they want to preserve but one has to be something they’re happy to bury and never have to think about aga... more

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Mike and his producer and son John sit down together for a dig around in this week's Time Capsule and hear where Johann Hari wants to bury his capsule, Mike chats with Rufus Hound about his old capsule and where he wants it buried and they interact w... more

Johann Hari is a New York Times bestselling author whose five books have sold more than two million copies in 40 languages. His acclaimed works include Stolen Focus, Lost Connections, Chasing the Scream and Magic Pill, exploring issues ranging from a... more

Mike and his producer and son John sit down together for a dig around in this week's Time Capsule, Mike asks Janet Ellis where she wants her time capsule buried and they interact with listeners via email and voice memos .

Janet Ellis was a guest in ... more

Tom Bailey is a Bristol-based theatremaker and artist, and creative director of Herald Angel award-winning company MECHANIMAL, whose work — described by New Scientist as "extraordinary… moving and enlightening" — has toured to over 15 countries and e... more

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Tom Bailey
Bristol-based theater maker and artist
Episode: Ep. 586 - Tom Bailey - Theatremaker & Arctic Expeditioner. Recorded from The Arctic Wilderness
Josh Bolt
Actor known for roles such as the Air Commander in Masters of the Air and projects with George Clooney
Various projects including Masters of the Air
Episode: My Time Capsule The Dig - Ep. 3 - With Josh Bolt (from George Clooney's Catch-22 & Tom Hanks' Masters of the Air)
Bryony Kimmings
Writer and performer known for innovative theatre and collaboration on Last Christmas
Episode: Ep. 585 - Bryony Kimmings - Writer and performer who co-wrote the film Last Christmas with Emma Thompson
Steve Edge
Guest, actor and comedian known for Phoenix Nights, Benidorm, The Madame Blanc Mysteries
Episode: My Time Capsule The Dig - Ep. 2 - With Steve Edge (Phoenix Nights, Benidorm, The Jason Manford Show)
Julie Peasgood
Actress, TV presenter, producer, author, and founder of Supercraft Cruises
Supercraft Cruises
Episode: Ep. 584 - Julie Peasgood - From Brookside, Emmerdale & Hollyoaks and winner of RTS’s TV Personality of the Year Award
Lucy Porter
Comedian and actress
Episode: My Time Capsule The Dig - Ep. 1 - With Lucy Porter!
Dean Friedman
Singer-songwriter known for Ariel and Lucky Stars
Independent musician
Episode: Ep. 583 - Dean Friedman - Singer-songwriter best known for the hits “Ariel” and “Lucky Stars”
Eleanor Morton
Comedian and writer
Independent/UK comedy circuit
Episode: Ep. 581 - Eleanor Morton - Award winning comedian who's written for The News Quiz, The Now Show, Hypothetical and The Beano.
Sean Walsh
Stand-up comedian
Comedian
Episode: Ep. 580 - Seann Walsh (Unedited) - From episode 76, now 20 mins longer!

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Mike Fenton-Stevens
Host of the show, guiding the interview and time capsule framework

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Long format

    Great idea for a podcast but the episodes are getting longer and longer so I give up half way through, especially with the guests are comedians many of which are unknown.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Caroline:::::
    United Kingdom6 months ago
  • I don’t do reviews

    Been listening for a while as they popped up on Twitter but I thought I owed Fenton a review for all the pleasure they’ve given me. It’s a fantastic show that opens up the guests lives like no other I’ve listened too. No doubt Fenton is a huge part of this, that and attracting a cornucopia of honest folk. I’ve never left one not having learnt something new about the guest but also things relevant to my own life, childhood, parents, parenting and work experiences of every kind. Highly recommend. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SomeAreDead
    United Kingdom8 months ago
  • Interesting podcast, but honestly, if the audio quality of an episode is poor because it's recorded over a phone connection, ask yourselves if it wouldn't be better to wait until you can make a better quality recording!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    9 months ago
  • Interesting podcast, but honestly, if the audio quality of an episode is poor because it's recorded over a phone connection, ask yourselves if it wouldn't be better to wait until you can make a better quality recording!

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Tony45
    9 months ago
  • Perfect 💚

    Such a lovely podcast. Love to hear all the stories… Gorgeous

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Waffi22
    United Kingdom9 months ago

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Episodes are praised for intimate, surprising personal details and strong interview chemistry.
The host draws out stories with warmth and genuine curiosity, making every guest feel at ease.
Listeners love the mix of humor and heartfelt memories, though some want more variety in guests.
A few critiques note occasional length or heavy comedian focus, but strong overall quality.

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My Time Capsule The Dig - Ep. 1 - With Lucy Porter!
Q: What is the core premise of this show segment and how does listener participation shape it?
The core premise is to pick five items for a personal time capsule, with listener contributions via emails and voice memos guiding which items are read or featured, making the experience interactive and community-driven.
My Time Capsule The Dig - Ep. 2 - With Steve Edge (Phoenix Nights, Benidorm, The Jason Manford Show)
Q: What is the ideal thickness of a book?
A balanced answer suggested a moderately thick book that's readable in one sitting, like a compact but substantial volume.
Doug Allan Tribute - A look back at Ep. 314 with the wildlife cameraman, who died this week
Q: Why did you choose that particular item as your third memory?
He describes a beluga-themed wall tile given by his son, which encapsulates family memories from filming Blue Planet and serves as a tangible reminder of his time spent with his son.
Doug Allan Tribute - A look back at Ep. 314 with the wildlife cameraman, who died this week
Q: What's the second thing you would put in your Time Capsule?
Doug explains he would preserve the West Coast of Scotland and Ireland with the people, landscapes, and lifestyle that feel like home, alongside the idea that the places you love shape who you are.
Ep. 567 - Jake Bhardwaj - comedy creator, writer, actor, producer and self-appointed professional comedy quizmaster
Q: What inspires your love of quizzes and history podcasts?
He describes his lifelong passion for pub quizzes, language curiosities, and history, and explains how turning those interests into a podcast and live show provides both learning and entertainment, with a sense of playful exploration that still centers on friendship and collaboration.

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What is My Time Capsule about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features warm, long-form conversations with a wide range of entertainers who share five personal items or memories they'd place in a time capsule, plus one to bury. The host guides guests through nostalgic reflections, career highlights, and personal philosophies, often weaving in behind-the-scenes stories, audience participation ideas, and playful banter. Across episodes, the format tends to blend humor with heartfelt storytelling, spotlighting creativity, resilience, and the human moments behind public personas. A few episodes lean into unguarded, candid conversations that reveal personal struggles and formative experiences, making the series a strong pick for listeners who enjoy intimate chats with actors, comedians, musicians, ... more

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Recent guests on My Time Capsule include:

1. Tom Bailey
2. Josh Bolt
3. Bryony Kimmings
4. Steve Edge
5. Julie Peasgood
6. Lucy Porter
7. Dean Friedman
8. Eleanor Morton

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