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Talking Bottom

Talking Bottom
Rik Mayall
Bottom
The Young Ones
Kevin Turvey
Filthy, Rich and Catflap
Blackadder
Slapstick Comedy Festival
Talking Bottom
Flashheart
Man Down
The Rik Mayall Comedy Festival
Comedy
Rik Mayall Comedy Festival
Ed Bye
Edinburgh Fringe
Rick Mayall
British Comedy
Hammersmith
Celebrity Culture
Blackadder Goes Forth

The Bottom podcast - three foxy stoats discuss and appreciate the world’s greatest sitcom, courtesy of Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson, over an Esther Rantzen cocktail and pickled onion sandwich. From Paul Tanter, Mat Brooks and Angela Pearson. The book TALKING BOTTOM: A GUIDE TO THE CULT SITCOM is published July 3rd 2025 and can be pre-ordered here: t.co/G677or4Xgw Find us on Twitter, Fac... more

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Latest Episodes

Talking Bottom reaches the final episode of this special series on The Many Faces of Rik Mayall. Everyone knows Rik had the most expressive face but he had a voice to match, too. From The Wind in The Willows Toad to Jackanory. From Grim Tales to The ... more

Described by Man Down creator and star Greg Davies as "a force of nature" and "dream casting," Rik Mayall blessed us all with a final return to the world of sitcom, dropping in each week to steal the episode - and the show - every time.

Richard Davi... more

"Dog poo, dog poo, lovely lovely dog poo.” Move over, Harvey the rabbit. Get to buggery, Tyler Durden. This week Talking Bottom delves into Rik's foray into Hollywood, playing the world's best imaginary friend. He's violent, sweary, flicks snot into ... more

“The Comic Strip Presents…Mr Jolly Lives Next Door was the prototype… that was really the pilot for Bottom.” Peter Richardson summed it up perfectly in our chat with him. Our new podcast puts Rik Mayall’s role starring alongside the legendary Peter C... more

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Recent Guests

Ed Bye
Director and producer of Bottom Series 1 and 2
Episode: THE BOOK & The Rik Mayall Comedy Festival

Hosts

Angela Pearson
Host and co-host, passionate about comedy and the impact of sitcoms.
Mat Brooks
Host and co-host known for insightful commentary and engaging discussions.
Paul Tanter
Host and co-host, celebrated for his humor and critical insights into sitcom narratives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • It’s about Fkn time.

    Great to finally hear some human beings who want to talk Bottom. Paul Angela and Mat are all huge fans of the show and very interesting to hear their take on every episode, they are even revuing the live show’s, so sit back and enjoy the insight about Bottom.highly reccomened

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bribelfing
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Sad paftic winkers…

    Sue Carpenter!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zxfhhnngyinkkfxc
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • For true fans, by true fans!

    I love that I've stumbled across this podcast! I've been a Rik & Ade fan forever, and am old enough to remember enjoying ' Bottom' when it was brand new. Ange, Paul & Matt are clearly superfans, but it's fantastic how articulate and knowledgable they are, and how much homework and preparation they do for every episode. Listening to this is like hanging out with fun kindred spirits... and I really enjoy playing along with the quiz at the end of each episode. *Now I'm only half way through Series ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stazzarena
    Australia2 years ago
  • Superb

    Great podcast, a real nostalgia trip!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Llnzxz
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Comic strip

    Thanks for the great Peter Richardson interview. He doesn’t get interviewed enough and as a long term fan I learnt some new stories. Great stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Outlandish Chap
    United Kingdom2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the passionate, detailed discussions led by superfans, enhancing their nostalgic experience. The humor and insights have led many to enjoy the podcast as a companion piece to their favorite sitcom. Enhancements such as quizzes and live interactions receive positive feedback from the audience. However, there are some criticisms regarding the perceived over-analysis of episodes and political commentary, which some find detracting from the enjoyment of the comedy.

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A trio of passionate superfans explore the cult sitcom phenomenon, particularly focusing on the works of Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson. The discussion spans various aspects of the series, including character analysis, behind-the-scenes anecdotes, and the cultural impact of the show that resonates deeply with British comedy enthusiasts. Episodes also highlight events such as comedy festivals and upcoming publications, blending nostalgia with lively debate, which encourages listeners to retrace their steps through beloved episodes. The unique elements of humor and appreciation for the intricacies of comedy are apparent in their casual yet insightful conversations, making it both a nostalgic and informative listen for fans.

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Talking Bottom launched 7 years ago and published 72 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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