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Richard Herring's Leicester Square Theatre Podcast (RHLSTP)

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Richard Herring's Leicester Square Theatre Podcast, or, as all the cool kids are calling it, RHLSTP, is an award-winning series in which comedian Richard Herring ("The Podfather" - The Guardian) chats with some of the biggest names in comedy and entertainment. Stephen Fry, Eddie Izzard, Dawn French, David Mitchell, Katherine Ryan and Brian Blessed are amongst the many stars to have been interviewe... more

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Latest Episodes

RHLSTP #624 - Cake of Shame - Rich is chatting to the man who has been on RHLSTP more than anyone but Rich, John Robins. They talk about acting in a sexy film with no sexy bits for you, Taskmaster (maybe we did talk about this before, even though Ric... more

RHLSTP Ed Fringe 2019 #11 Richard Osman - The Oldest Person In Scotland - Richard has hopefully the definitive list of what people should avoid putting inside their chuffs and maybe we can leave that behind now - HIs guest will finally reveal what na... more

RHLSTP #623 - Crystal In Her Pocket - Rich is back at the Podcast Room talking to writer and comedian Bella Hull. They talk about her early start at stand-up, talking about the worst things in your life, getting the writing job on SNL UK and whether ... more

Ed Fringe 2011 #25 - Cock Bongo - It's the end, my friends and someone is set to win half a bottle of olive oil, some Weetabix and the monarchy of Edinburgh. And we've saved the best till last as Count Buckules is here to tell us about the times he h... more

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Recent Guests

Bella Hull
Comedian known for Dr. Egg character and Edinburgh Fringe work
Comedian/Performer
Episode: Bella Hull - "Crystal In Her Pocket"
Ellen Robertson
Partner in sketch duo; actor and writer
Independent/Entertainment
Episode: Charly Clive and Ellen Robertson - "Cheesy Sisyphus"
Charly Clive
Actor known for Britney, the Brain Tumor; Woman 1 in Elderbrook Num and Sherry in My First Dick
Independent/Entertainment
Episode: Charly Clive and Ellen Robertson - "Cheesy Sisyphus"
Barry Cryer
Comedian and writer
Edinburgh Fringe veteran, long-time collaborator with many British comics
Episode: Barry Cryer (Retro) - "The Oxfam of Comedy"
Lucy Porter
Author of Middle Aged Women Get Shit Done
Episode: Lucy Porter on Middle Aged Women Get Sh*t Done - Book Club
Tom Neenan
Actor/Writer known for Doctor Who role and comedy work
Actor, writer, and visual artist
Episode: Tom Neenan - "Cyberman Having a Fag"
Jimmy Cricket
Renowned comedian and stage persona
Independent comedian/performer
Episode: Jimmy Cricket (Retro) - "Come Closer To The Screen"
John Kearns
Comedian and actor
John Kearns
Episode: Flo and Joan and John Kearns (Retro) - "Nine Minutes"
Flo and Joan
British comedy duo known for musical and satirical songs
Flo and Joan (Nicola and Rosie Dempsey)
Episode: Flo and Joan and John Kearns (Retro) - "Nine Minutes"

Host

Richard Herring
Host of the show; central interviewer with a long-running track record in British comedy and podcasting

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 8.1k ratings
  • A monoball but not a monostar

    I call it Rhlstp!

    How does Richard Herring fit it all in? He seems to be sharing new material with us day in, day out. I enjoy it when he brings elements from his other podcasts, too. Richard is a podcasting veteran, and as a result, listeners can expect quality.

    Thank you for introducing us to so many comedians over the years.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    johnsyweb
    Australiaa month ago
  • Award-Winning Comedy/Interview Pod

    The original ‘comedian talking to a guest’ pod and still the best. For 15 years RHLSTP has set the benchmark as guests including Bob Mortimer, Michael Palin, James Acaster talk candidly.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ItsJohnBone
    United States2 months ago
  • Big wobbling…

    BOOBIES!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leakypie
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • LEGEND!

    Subscribe and enjoy! Richard was my gateway into British comedy with his quality podcast back it 2009’ish and it’s so good, I’ve not missed an episode since.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rossage Rolls
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • But

    Still great, but please don’t make everything about you Rich.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JTpoddy
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host's interviewing style is energetic and sometimes polarizing, which fuels engaging episodes.
Guests consistently praised for candid storytelling and interviewer reliability.
Listeners value the mix of veteran guests and fringe culture insights, though some critique overemphasis on host banter.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#51
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#111
New Zealand/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#131
Indonesia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#144
Singapore/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#144
Ireland/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#177
Finland/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Adam Buxton (Retro) - "Cock Bongo"
Q: What would it take for you to fillate the actor, Keith Allen?
If the project was well-directed and valuable to the role, I would consider it, though I would not do it for fun.
Adam Buxton (Retro) - "Cock Bongo"
Q: Have you sworn on air on the BBC ever?
Yes, there were occasions on 6Music where I unintentionally swore; I apologized afterward and acknowledged the breach of on-air norms.
Jimmy Cricket (Retro) - "Come Closer To The Screen"
Q: What was it like working with legendary figures in pantomime and radio?
He discusses collaborations with figures like Eddie Braben and the emotional dynamics of pantomime, noting how those experiences shaped his craft and storytelling approach.
Jimmy Cricket (Retro) - "Come Closer To The Screen"
Q: Why Jimmy Cricket? Why did you choose that as your stage name?
Jimmy Cricket explains the origin of his name, describing how he adopted a memorable moniker early in his career and the practical reasons for not using Jiminy Cricket, which helped define his on-stage persona.
Paul Tonkinson on Running Through Sand - Book Club
Q: So tell us what the book is all about.
The book chronicles the author's journey through preparation for a desert ultra, the brutal realities of the Marathon des Sables, and the existential reflections on aging, masculinity, and creativity that emerge from that extreme experience.

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The show features long-form conversations with prominent comedians, writers, actors, and public figures, often centered on career retrospectives, fringe experiences, and behind-the-scenes stories from British entertainment. Across episodes, listeners get candid anecdotes about writing, performing live, craft, pop culture moments, and the evolving landscape of comedy and media. Notable strengths include a deep bench of veteran guests, fearless interviews that touch on aging, politics, and culture, and a lively, improvisational interview style that blends humor with insight. This mix makes it appealing to fans of stand-up, theatre, and entertainment history, as well as potential guests seeking a platform to share craft-focused stories and per... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Bella Hull
2. Ellen Robertson
3. Charly Clive
4. Barry Cryer
5. Lucy Porter
6. Tom Neenan
7. Jimmy Cricket
8. John Kearns

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