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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 #633 - OoooooKaaaaaay - Rich is back at the Podcast Room talking to someone who first rang his comedy bell, it’s Sir Lenny Henry. They chat about the early years of Lenny’s long and varied career, why Lenny feels comfortable talking about some... more

#457 Platinum Heart - Rich is back in New Milton to continue his Edinburgh Fringe without going to Edinburgh run and is a bit perplexed by a T shirt that Twitter has been trying to make him buy. His guest is veteran stand-up and cheater of death Mark... more

19/10/26 Ameliorate the Situation - Rich and Ally start a brand new week covering the only news stories that matter: the non-discovery of Amelia Earhart’s plane and Andy Burnham coming down hard, but not hard enough on people playing music on public ... more

RHLSTP Book Club #198 - Felled - Richard chats to author Andrew Hankinson about his new book about the destruction of the Sycamore Gap, Felled. They also discuss his previous books about Raoul Moat and New York’s Comedy Cellar, plus whether modern UK... more

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Markus Birdman
Veteran stand-up comedian and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist
Episode: Markus Birdman (Retro) - "Platinum Heart"
Andrew Hankinson
Freelance writer and author of Felled
Episode: Andrew Hankinson on Felled - Book Club
Mark Thomas
Stand-up comedian, writer and political activist
Episode: Mark Thomas - "Bin Face vs Bin Juice"
Adam Rowe
Stand-up comedian and co-host of the Have A Word Podcast
Have A Word Podcast
Episode: Adam Rowe (Retro) - "Thigh-Eyed"
Jonn Elledge
Author of 31 Inventions That Built Our World
Author, The History of the World in 47 Borders (and other works)
Episode: Jonn Elledge on 31 Inventions That Built Our World - Book Club
Felicity Ward
Comedian and guest on the episode
Episode: Felicity Ward - "Champagne Supernova"
Bridget Christie
Comedian and actor
Bridget Christie / Channel 4 show Ghosts
Episode: Bridget Christie (Retro) - "Unchained Melody"
Randrew Andrew
A fictional character presented as a guest discussing legal warrants and Epstein Files context
fictional character featured in the episode
Episode: Rich and Ally's Craven Newsround Compilation - Randrew Andrew’s No Can Do
Reece Shearsmith
Guest author and actor
The Museum Of Me / Things I Took From The Dark
Episode: Reece Shearsmith on Things I Took From The Dark - Book Club

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
  • Finally getting round to leaving a review of a podcast I've listened to from the start, just as it's finishing. It's great and I will miss it. Rich is one of the best interviewers there is, and it's been great to hear him hone that skill over the years.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Mad Paddington
    9 days ago
  • Lovely conversation

    Thanks for the lovely conversation with Lucy Porter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holly Budd
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 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
    Australia3 months 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 States4 months ago
  • Big wobbling…

    BOOBIES!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leakypie
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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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.

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Apple Podcasts
#218
United Kingdom/Top Podcasts
Apple Podcasts
#52
United Kingdom/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#210
Australia/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#111
Ireland/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#132
India/Comedy
Apple Podcasts
#167
New Zealand/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Mark Thomas - "Bin Face vs Bin Juice"
Q: So what do you, I mean, you've stood for parliament, what do you think about, how do you feel about Count Bin Face who's this week is coming up?
Thomas says he finds Count Binface funny and links the candidate to a campaign he started to redefine “Farage” as liquid at the bottom of a bin. He enjoys the resulting “Bin Face vs Bin Juice” joke and sees the candidacy as a pointed comic challenge to Nigel Farage.
Mark Thomas - "Bin Face vs Bin Juice"
Q: I think you've probably been arrested more than any other comedian, which is an incredible feat, given all the other comedians and the crimes they've done.
Thomas says he has been arrested many times and has taken police to court on three occasions, winning cases that brought him about £13,000 in compensation. He recounts challenging an unlawful stop and search and later protesting restrictions on demonstrations.
Adam Rowe (Retro) - "Thigh-Eyed"
Q: What is the most ludicrous thing you've ever done in the name of love?
Rowe recalls building a homemade tent in his spare bedroom for a Valentine's Day movie night, spending about £400 on materials and decorations. His girlfriend cried when she saw it, and they never watched a film.
Adam Rowe (Retro) - "Thigh-Eyed"
Q: Do you worry that by having therapy officially that that might extract the comedy?
Rowe says he does not think therapy will remove comedy from his work. He describes comedy as a way he has processed difficult events, but says he is in therapy because he has not fully dealt with his mother's death.
Andrew Hankinson on Felled - Book Club
Q: Why did people get so upset about the loss of a tree when there might not be the same level of anger over an actual murder?
Hankinson suggests the reaction was emotionally straightforward: people valued the tree and resented its destruction. The site had become meaningful to many people, while the public response also reflected the unusual spectacle of the criminal justice system mobilizing over a tree.

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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. Markus Birdman
2. Andrew Hankinson
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4. Adam Rowe
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6. Felicity Ward
7. Bridget Christie
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