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Talking Bottom

Talking Bottom
The Young Ones
Rik Mayall
Bottom
Kevin Turvey
British Comedy
Blackadder
Talking Bottom: A Guide To the Cult Sitcom
Filthy, Rich and Catflap
Rick Mayall
Rik Mayall Comedy Festival
Adrian Edmondson
Talking Bottom
Slapstick Comedy Festival
Man Down
Flashheart
Bigger Than Hitler, Better Than Christ
The Rik Mayall Comedy Festival
Edinburgh Festival Fringe
Nuclear War
Ed Bye

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 now in its 2nd edition and can be ordered here: wiltonsquarebooks.com/products/talking-botto... more

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Latest Episodes

Hey, kids. It's doesn't matter what you are - Punks, Skins, Rastas, Mods, Rockers, Keith Chegwin even. Everybody everywhere; stop snogging and listen to me... this week it's all about the best charity single ever - the teaming up of The Young Ones an... more

What do you do when you've ended your show after two series, leaving people in no doubt it's finished by killing off the characters, but the public is hungry for more and you've got a ton of brilliant unused gags? Release a book, of course! But fear ... more

There's no business like show business and there's no shortage of TV execs trying to capture lightning in a bottle. In 1989, U.S. TV network Fox decided to take one of the most uniquely British sitcoms of the decade, put it in a blender and shotgun t... more

You asked and we delivered! Talking Bottom: A Guide to the Cult Sitcom is now available as an audiobook, read by none other than Bottom's friendly pub landlord Dick Head himself - actor Lee Cornes! You can literally have Dick coming in your ears!

It... more

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Recent Guests

Lee Cornes
Dick Head, actor from Bottom, audiobook reader
Bottom (actor)
Episode: Audiobook announcement!
Lise Mayer
TV and film writer, activist, author, and script editor
Episode: Lise Mayer interview
Dawn French
Actress cameo in The Young Ones episode Nasty
BBC/Various TV projects
Episode: The Young Ones S2 E3: Nasty
Mark Arden
British comedian, half of The Oblivion Boys
The Oblivion Boys
Episode: Mark Arden & Steve Frost (The Oblivion Boys) interview
Steve Frost
British comedian, half of The Oblivion Boys
The Oblivion Boys
Episode: Mark Arden & Steve Frost (The Oblivion Boys) interview
Paul Jackson
Producer involved with Rik Mayall Comedy Festival coverage
Producer (festival committee)
Episode: Rik Mayall Comedy Festival 2026 - WE'RE BACK!
Max Kinnings
Writer and ghostwriter, known for his work on Rik Mayall's biography.
Penguin Viking
Episode: Max Kinnings (writer of the forthcoming official Rik Mayall biography) interview
Dave Cohen
Prolific comedy writer, stand-up comedian, novelist, and founder member of the Comedy Store Players.
Episode: Dave Cohen interview
Colin Gilbert
Legend of alternative comedy, collaborator with Rik Mayall
Episode: Colin Gilbert interview

Hosts

Mat Brooks
Host of Talking Bottom
Angela Pearson
Co-host / Host of Talking Bottom
Paul Tanter
Host / Co-host of Talking Bottom

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 264 ratings
  • Nostalgia Bastardo

    As a Young Ones fanatic I really appreciated the 12 part series on the Young Ones. Many recollections of cherished moments and some interesting insights. The reason I’m writing the review though is because of the interview with Lise Mayer. I loved this episode, especially the love for the late Rick Mayal and the puddle scene description. We love you Lise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Phil 7567
    Canadaa month ago
  • 90% great…

    …although I do get quite frustrated at a specific aspect. Part of this pod is three friends sharing experiences of one of the greatest comedies ever made…but another part is a critique and exploration of certain aspects of the characters and situations. This latter part can sometimes be spot on and there has been a lot of good research done, but at other times seemingly come up a bit short. A Google search would answer most of the unanswered questions. Also, if there is a critique, there’s n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    hepworth's squash
    United Kingdom7 months ago
  • 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 Kingdoma year ago
  • Sad paftic winkers…

    Sue Carpenter!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zxfhhnngyinkkfxc
    United Kingdoma year 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
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners love the deep dives and guest stories, plus the quiz at the end.
The hosts are clearly passionate superfans who deliver thoughtful nostalgia with strong research.
A few critics say the analysis can skew too forensic at times, but fans generally enjoy the depth.

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Apple Podcasts
#98
United Kingdom/TV & Film
Apple Podcasts
#176
Denmark/TV & Film

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Audiobook announcement!
Q: Was there an intention to use AI to read the audiobook instead of a human?
No, they explicitly chose a human reader, Lee Cornes, and discussed the value of authentic performances over automated voices.
Lise Mayer interview
Q: What was Rik Mayall's on-set temperament and creative influence like?
Mayer emphasizes Rik's natural showmanship, generosity, and tendency to laugh at others while encouraging collaboration, portraying him as a driving but gregarious force who sought to push boundaries while sustaining a sense of play and camaraderie.
Lise Mayer interview
Q: How did censorship and the BBC's concerns shape the defense essay and the show's content?
The defense essay argued the comedy was within accepted norms compared to contemporaries; Mayer discusses how language, violence, and grossness were debated, with caution around sight of racist or sexist content, and how the team defended satire as a reflection of the times.
The Young Ones S2 E2: Cash
Q: Why does Neil not get the army job?
Because he is honest about being a pacifist, which the army rejects, while his classmates manipulate the situation to their advantage.
Dave Cohen interview
Q: What stands out for you in Bottom and Rick and Ade's characters, Richie and Eddie?
Their ability to maintain humor even in the face of a lack of laughter and their roles in depicting comedically violent scenarios.

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What is Talking Bottom about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Three hosts who are lifelong fans dissect, celebrate, and contextualize a beloved British sitcom with a mix of nostalgia, trivia, and sharp analysis. Episodes routinely cover production quirks, guest appearances, live events, and the show's cultural impact, often weaving in trivia, interviews, and live-cast discussions. The format balances affectionate fandom with careful dissection of jokes, production choices, and era-specific sensibilities, which can appeal to long-time fans and listeners curious about the history of modern British comedy. A notable strength is the deep dive into behind-the-scenes stories, guest perspectives, and the live-show/booking angles that give fans new angles on familiar episodes. The show tends to attract listen... more

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4. Mark Arden
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7. Max Kinnings
8. Dave Cohen

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