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Simon Mayo's Confessions

Bauer Media
Greatest Hits Radio
Confessions
Comedy
Humor
Christmas
Parenting
Confession
Confession Storytelling
University Life
Forgiveness
Education
Family Dynamics
Alcohol Consumption
Cats
London
Pranks
School Bullies
Ice Hotel
Vasectomy
Childhood Figure

Hilarious revelations from a new generation of sinners, willing to share their secrets in search of forgiveness with Father Simon and the Confessional Collective. Expect tales of greed, debauchery, deception, and honest mistakes including those confessions we could never broadcast on Greatest Hits Radio.

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Latest Episodes

Step into the confessional with Simon Mayo, Sister Holly, Sister Suzi and Brother Matthew for Episode 7 of Season 8… and yes, the numbering is definitely, probably, completely accurate.

Thomas confesses to an 80s campaign of fake-spider terror again... more

It’s a distinctly international trip into the confessional this week with Simon Mayo and the Confessions Collective.

Craig kicks things off from behind the pharmacy counter in 1989, when an eager attempt to help a customer find “green ones” turns in... more

Episode five of Season Eight drops Simon Mayo and the Confessions Collective back into the confessional for more chaos, dodgy logic, and the kind of stories that definitely shouldn’t be told… but are.

Joe buys his daughter a life-size skeleton, comm... more

Step into the confessional with Simon Mayo and the Confessions Collective for another fresh batch of chaos, questionable life choices, and very loud studio drinks.

Karen takes us back to late-70s school rule rebellion with a changing-room ear‑pierci... more

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Recent Guests

Lady Jane
Anonymous confession giver, narrating a past incident in France/Switzerland
Episode: This is the time for action & other tales
Bob the Double Bass Player
Guest contributor recounting the Second Essex Youth Orchestra Romania trip
Music/Orchestra
Episode: This is the time for action & other tales
Johnny in the Rockies
Confession subject about revenge via Cluedo-related prank
private individual
Episode: There she goes & other tales
Colin the Carpet Criminal
Apprentice joiner who confessed to carpet damage
Individual
Episode: He’ll have to go & other tales
Mr. Lloyd
Contributor sharing a confession involving a lawn mowing incident and Vaseline mishap with his dog
Individual listener
Episode: You’ve been, you’ve been thunderstruck & other tales
Joe DiMaggio
Confessor presenting a tale from the Halcyon Days of the 1980s
Episode: Hello clouds, hello sky & other tales
Harry Grout
Genial Harry Grout; Confession teller
Confessions audience submission
Episode: Put the kettle on and make some tea & other tales
Mr Wilkins
Retired teacher who confesses about teaching with no pupils
Episode: It’s all too beautiful & other tales
Mr. C
The confessor signing as Mr. C, Greenland-based trainee engineer
Episode: Libra and my name is charles & other tales

Hosts

Simon Mayo
Primary host with distinctive voice and versatility in character voices; central to the Confessions format.
Matt
Co-host known for balancing humor with forgiveness and delivering punchy responses.
Holly
Co-host providing hosting flair and skeptical yet supportive commentary.
Susie
Co-host with literary and cultural banter; acts as a moral counterpoint.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Great, just great!!

    You need this podcast in your life, it is so funny. Matt should be president, he turns any confession in to humour! Simon does the BEST accents. 5 MILLION STARS.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Confessions guy
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Absolutely love it

    This podcast is fabulous. I listen while out on walks and I can see fellow walkers staring at me strangely because I laugh out loud continually.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    carolinegadgetgirl
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • take that five stars and times it by infinity.

    Father Simon, Brother Matt, and Sisters Suzie and Holly. Me and my dad are on the North Coast 500 right now, and your podcast is helping to keep us going (alongside crisps and snacks)! Love the Accents from Simon, MATT (no best bits just MATT in general) and the lack of mercy from sisters Suzie and Holly. Thanks again for such a lovely podcast! ps. Loved Simon’s rendition of the Fairy liquid song from last season, not sure if you’ll remember it but we loved it.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    confessionslistener
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • 5 Million Stars times Infinity

    This is the greatest podcast in the galaxy and is scientifically proven to add years to your life!

    We listen regularly as a family and then last week we binged multiple episodes while on holiday in Crete. We especially loved the 2025 Confessions of the Year and the poor man getting his bum stuck in the bucket. But what makes this podcast truly great is his holiness’ Father Simon’s pious leadership and lack of accents, Sister Susie’s no-nonsense sense of justice, Sister Holly’s implacable defen... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JohannaMcG
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Five stars podcast

    Best podcast ever. Mat should rule the universe and the rest of the holy Trinity should have a planet each. Me and my mum loved our mug thanks very much. Best church team to ever exist

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rex&Suzy
    United Kingdom3 months ago

Listeners Say

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

The format's mix of confessions and forgiveness resonates with audiences seeking light, human storytelling.
Listeners love Matt's forgiving approach and Simon's accents.
Fans praise the humor, warmth, and banter of the hosts.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#92
United Kingdom/Comedy

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

One night in Bangkok & other tales
Q: How did the listeners react to the confessions?
Some were sympathetic to the stories, while others felt that the wrongdoings were too disrespectful to be forgiven.
One night in Bangkok & other tales
Q: So, do you think you would have been forgiven for this sort of confusion?
No, I'm not forgiving at all.
Crying in the chapel & other tales
Q: Why did you decide to dress up in a gorilla suit for your proposal?
He thought it would be a funny and unique way to propose and create a memorable event.
Crying in the chapel & other tales
Q: What was your immediate thought when your girlfriend told you she was pregnant?
He immediately thought to celebrate by going to the pub with friends.
Walk this way, talk this way & other tales
Q: Should Jane forgive her friends for laughing at her mishap?
She feels they should have warned her, but ultimately it was out of kindness and she understands the hilarity of the situation.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Simon Mayo's Confessions

What is Simon Mayo's Confessions about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show features a rotating panel of hosts and a steady flow of confessional submissions, read aloud and discussed with humor, warmth, and a forgiving verdict. Conversations pivot around personal missteps, funny family moments, workplace blunders, and long-running behind-the-scenes chaos, all anchored by light banter, pop culture references, and audience participation. Noteworthy is the consistent emphasis on forgiveness and community, with a mix of long-form guest confessions and Not-For-Broadcast bits that keep the tone cheeky yet approachable. A standout is the ensemble dynamic: rapid voice work, distinct hosting personas, and a willingness to laugh at private tales while offering moral reflections, which makes it engaging for listeners... more

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2. Bob the Double Bass Player
3. Johnny in the Rockies
4. Colin the Carpet Criminal
5. Mr. Lloyd
6. Joe DiMaggio
7. Harry Grout
8. Mr Wilkins

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