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Simon Mayo's Confessions

Bauer Media
Greatest Hits Radio
Confessions
Comedy
Humor
Christmas
Parenting
Confession
Confession Storytelling
University Life
Forgiveness
Family Dynamics
Education
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.

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes129Founded5 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Step into the confessional with Simon Mayo and the Collective for exam cheating in a lucky jumper, a welding lesson that goes catastrophically… south, and a nursing “snapshot” you may not want to hear while eating. First, Homer admits to a very 70s k... more

Step into the confessional with Simon Mayo and the Confessions Collective for naked ramblers, dodgy “shampoo”, and a circus moment nobody in grey trousers will ever forget. Jamie and Sara take a sat-nav shortcut straight into a countryside encounter ... more

Step into the confessional with Father Simon and the Collective for a police mishap, a fishing adventure, a boarding school caper and a teacher prank.

First Joe DiMaggio has an eventful break with his fellow police colleagues involving a broken poo... more

Step into the confessional with Father Simon and the Collective for soup-based horror, airborne football crimes, and one truly catastrophic “wind” in an operating theatre.

First, a classic from the crypt: Lorraine’s 80s tin-code mix-up leaves a brot... more

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Recent Guests

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
Mr Bartholomew Blackbeard
Sailor who confesses to drunken misadventures
Episode: Wired for sound & other tales
Gorgeous George
Gave an amusing confession involving a dental mishap and a DIY tooth fix.
Episode: Wired for sound & other tales
Ricky Ross
Lead singer of Deacon Blue
Episode: Abra-abra-cadabra & other tales
Mr. Burton
Shares a humorous confession about pretending to be a doctor during his wife's Caesarian.
Episode: Doctor, doctor give me the news & other tales
Crazy Bird Lady
An avid bird watcher who shares an embarrassing confession about an incident in the woods.
Episode: We’re going where the sun shines brightly & other tales

Hosts

Simon Mayo
Host who guides segments, leads conversations, and brings a seasoned broadcasting presence.
Father Simon
Official figurehead and anchor for confessional segments, with a focus on guiding forgiveness.
Susie
Co-host with a literature/cultural banter angle and skeptical, moral grounding.
Matt
Co-host known for moral framing and warmth; central to forgiveness dynamic.
Holly
Co-host providing hosting flair and balanced perspectives on confessions.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Simply the BEST!

    THE BEST podcast of all time! Father Simon, Brother Matt and the rest of the spiritual gang, what holy joy you bring to my week. Though I may live far away in Australia , I have been a committed follower for many, many years. When I found that confessions had returned after a few wilderness years, I cannot begin to tell you how much my heavenly spirit was uplifted. Keep up the amazing work and promise never to leave us loyal listeners again. Xox K

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kelly Olds
    Australiaa month ago
  • Confessions

    I love this podcast!

    Its great i wait every friday for it to come out and love it everythe time! I love Holly and Suzie’s harsh but true critique and Matt’s kind forgivness every time.We cant forget Father simon who has amazing accents.I love the show.Would give an infinite amount of stars but i cant imagine i have.Matt for prime minister or king.Toodle✌🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amelia !!>> f
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Magnificence Personified

    Oh my goodness, absolutely breathtaking! Simon, Suzy, and Holy aren't just great—they are absolute angels sent from entertainment heaven! ✨ And Matt? Stop it! National Treasure doesn't even begin to cover it; he is a beacon of light, dignity, and sheer magnificence! I’m petitioning for a golden statue in every single New Town, showering us all in his glory! 🥰Also, my absolutely lovely servant—who once shared a dwelling with the great Matt—brings tears to my eyes with tales of his saintly nature... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alice The Pond Surfer
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • 5 Str

    Listened to old and now new

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Djf011
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Gloriously daft!!

    I have been listening since the very start, many years ago. Grass seed in carpets and kippers in the curtain poles; all in revenge for being dumped. 😂😂. Wonderful!!! I have just refound you since the insanity of ‘the other place’. Hurrah for GHR and catching up on everything I have missed. Love your relationship with Matt, his laugh should be on prescription. I do wish you, Simon, would give your judgements. All your years of judicial service should be put to a reverential use. Glorious!!!

    Tha... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Suz194
    United Kingdom2 months ago

Listeners Say

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

Listeners praise Matt for his humor and moral compass, and enjoy Simon's accents and Susie/Holly dynamics.
Guest variety and the panel's chemistry are frequently highlighted as strong points.
Fans appreciate the show's warmth, banter, and forgiving ethos.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#148
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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A policy of lighthearted confession and forgiveness anchors a rotating cast of hosts and guest storytellers. Episodes center on humorous, sometimes risqué or embarrassing misadventures across work, family, travel, and everyday life, with a warm, jokey panel delivering verdicts and moral reflections. The format blends nostalgia, audience participation, and running bits, creating a communal, forgiving vibe that invites listeners to laugh at mishaps while considering accountability. Notable strengths include charismatic hosting, a strong ensemble of co-hosts, and a flexible guest roster that yields shareable anecdotes perfect for promo and sponsorship moments.

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1. Joe DiMaggio
2. Harry Grout
3. Mr Wilkins
4. Mr. C
5. Mr Bartholomew Blackbeard
6. Gorgeous George
7. Ricky Ross
8. Mr. Burton

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