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4 FEB

JESS MEGAN • surviving grief, addiction and social media #657

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by model, activist and general whirlwind of greatness JESS MEGAN! A deluxe edition of the podcast this week as Pip catches up with Jess, which as you will bear witness to, is no average catch up. While they worked together on the 'Dark Summer' Speech Development merch shoot back in 2016, which seems like mere months ago, that was an entire decade ago it turns out. And as with life in general, it also turns out that an almost insurmountable itinerary can intervene. In Jess's case, without treading on any of what you're about to hear, there's been an immense amount of grief, varying degrees of addiction, depression, and in case you need any sensitivity warnings, there is frank discussion of suicide - so please know that before you begin this episode. Of course, among the heavier elements of the conversation, a huge amount of light enters - Jess and Pip are lovely people and you're in safe hands, as hopefully you'll feel aware of by now. There's a lovely balance of the fun and the far more serious, including a lot of fascinating chat regarding social media and the like. But importantly, even if this situation doesn't mirror one of your own, there will likely be familiar moments or perhaps some which might be of help for others going through it. However you meet it, you'll emerge at the end in a different spot, and hopefully have found a glorious new friend in the bargain. A valuable, intimate but ultimately incredibly powerful conversation right here folks. PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting nature JESS IG PIP AT PRINCE CHARLES CINEMA! SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTORE PIP TWITCH • (music stuff) PIP INSTAGRAM PIP TWITTER PIP PATREON PIP IMDB POD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

4 Feb

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1h 48m
6 FEB

Live Show - Artists Starting With The Letter M

Welcome to Off The Beat & Track Podcast with me Stu Whiffen. This episode is the 23rd of a series of online live shows with our Patreons. On this episode i chat to them about artists beginning with the letter M, this is an unstructured and fun chat. Hope you enjoy this chat and if you do please feel free to support the podcast here https://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack or www.patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack or www.buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen Please also subscribe and follow the podcast on the social media links below Off The Beat & Track https://twitter.com/beatandtrackpod https://www.facebook.com/offthebeatandtrackpodcast/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

6 Feb

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57 min
7 JAN

FILMS OF THE YEAR 2025 #652

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip takes us on a personal guided tour of not only the frosty badlands of the outside world, but the miracle wonderland that was the year in film of 2025! Pip saw like 500 movies last year, which is a commendable feat by anyone's standard, so to corale them all into a manageable amount is even more of a hardcore labour of love. But one thing Pip does love is film, so this is not labour - this is total joy and appreciation and celebration of cinema right here. You'll hear a complete runthrough of all of those films (okay not quite 500 - and crucially not a review of each one), as well as the all important top list of what made it through and why. It's always a fun time and can sometimes be a cool reminder of stuff we all meant to watch but didn't get round to, so loads can be gained from the outdoors on location film ramble. Your keyword for this episode is: ROMP. Also accepted: CAPER. Enjoy, and have a wonderful new year everyone! PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting nature SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTORE PIP TWITCH • (music stuff) PIP INSTAGRAM PIP TWITTER PIP PATREON PIP IMDB POD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

7 Jan

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1h 20m
9 JAN

Live Show - Artists Starting With The Letter P

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥 In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with the patreons for a live show to discus their favourite artists beginning with P 👉 Hit LIKE if you enjoy the episode and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations with the most fascinating voices in music! 💥 Support the Podcast: ☕ Buy Me a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen 🎧 Patreon – Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack 🔔 Stay Connected: 🌍 Website – www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com 🐦 Twitter – @beatandtrackpod 📘 Facebook – Off The Beat & Track Podcast #OffTheBeatAndTrack #IndiePop #CultBands #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #80sIndie #SubscribeNow Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Jan

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1h 7m
21 JAN

JAMALI MADDIX & ELLIOT STEEL • Drivetime Show meets Distraction Pieces! (Elliot & Jamali's Drivetime Show) #655

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by the powerful duo and awesome individuals ELLIOT STEEL & JAMALI MADDIX! Together they form the Drivetime Show podcast, but you will surely know each of them through past projects (be it Jamali's 'Hate Thy Neighbour' and time on Never Mind The Buzzcocks, or Elliot's standup). As such, this is the perfect pyramid of minds for a really engaging and constantlty moving episode which offers a fine balance of time between each of them, punctuated by some welcome eruptions of laughter. It's a full on chat and they come in hot, covering a HUGE amount of subjects stemming from society and politics and the many branches, and you know they've all got stories for days - so settle in and get ready for a full on and properly satisfying one right here folks. PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting nature DRIVETIME SHOW ELLIOT • IG JAMALI • IG SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTORE PIP TWITCH • (music stuff) PIP INSTAGRAM PIP TWITTER PIP PATREON PIP IMDB POD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

21 Jan

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1h 24m
2 JAN

Live Show - Artists Starting With The Letter O

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥 In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with the patreons for a live show to discus their favourite artists beginning with O 👉 Hit LIKE if you enjoy the episode and SUBSCRIBE for more conversations with the most fascinating voices in music! 💥 Support the Podcast: ☕ Buy Me a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen 🎧 Patreon – Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack 🔔 Stay Connected: 🌍 Website – www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com 🐦 Twitter – @beatandtrackpod 📘 Facebook – Off The Beat & Track Podcast #OffTheBeatAndTrack #IndiePop #CultBands #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #80sIndie #SubscribeNow Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Jan

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44 min
28/11/2025

Special Guest - Idlewild

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥 In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with Rod Jones, guitarist and songwriter from the legendary Scottish indie rock band Idlewild. Since the late ’90s, Idlewild have been one of the UK’s most respected alternative bands, blending fiery punk spirit with poetic lyricism and expansive melodies across albums like 100 Broken Windows, The Remote Part, and Everything Ever Written. Rod reflects on the band’s journey, his songwriting craft, and the lasting impact of their music. 🎸 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The story of Idlewild and their evolution over the decades ✅ Rod’s influences and approach to songwriting and guitar work ✅ Stories from the studio and life on tour ✅ What’s next for Rod and Idlewild 👉 Hit LIKE if you enjoy the episode and SUBSCRIBE for more inspiring conversations with incredible musicians! 💥 Support the Podcast: ☕ Buy Me a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen 🎧 Patreon – Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack 🔔 Stay Connected: 🌍 Website – www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com 🐦 Twitter – @beatandtrackpod 📘 Facebook – Off The Beat & Track Podcast #OffTheBeatAndTrack #RodJones #Idlewild #ScottishMusic #IndieRock #AlternativeRock #PostPunk #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #SubscribeNow Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28/11/2025

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1h 5m
05/12/2025

Special Guest - Paul Kelly

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥 In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with the legendary Paul Kelly—one of Australia’s most beloved and influential singer-songwriters. With a career spanning more than four decades, Paul has created a body of work that’s deeply woven into the fabric of Australian music and storytelling. Known for timeless songs like To Her Door, Before Too Long, and How to Make Gravy, his music captures everyday life with honesty, humour, and heart. 🎶 In this episode, we cover: ✅ Paul’s songwriting process and the stories behind his most iconic tracks ✅ His influences and evolution as an artist ✅ Reflections on his remarkable career and collaborations ✅ What’s next for Paul Kelly and his ongoing creative journey 👉 Hit LIKE if you enjoy the episode and SUBSCRIBE for more insightful conversations with the world’s most inspiring musicians! 💥 Support the Podcast: ☕ Buy Me a Coffee – https://buymeacoffee.com/stuwhiffen 🎧 Patreon – Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack 🔔 Stay Connected: 🌍 Website – www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com 🐦 Twitter – @beatandtrackpod 📘 Facebook – Off The Beat & Track Podcast #OffTheBeatAndTrack #PaulKelly #AustralianMusic #SingerSongwriter #FolkRock #Storytelling #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #IconicArtists #SubscribeNow Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

05/12/2025

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49 min
28/03/2025

Special Guest - David J - Bauhaus / Love & Rockets

🔥 Welcome to Off The Beat and Track! 🔥 In this special episode, host Stu Whiffen sits down with the legendary David J, bassist and founding member of Bauhaus and Love and Rockets! As a pioneer of gothic rock and post-punk, David J has played a crucial role in shaping alternative music history. From the dark, brooding atmospheres of Bauhaus classics like Bela Lugosi’s Dead to the psychedelic alt-rock of Love and Rockets, his influence can still be felt across generations of artists. 🎸 In this episode, we cover: ✅ The birth of Bauhaus and the rise of gothic rock ✅ The transition to Love and Rockets and evolving musical styles ✅ Stories from decades in the music industry ✅ David’s solo work and creative philosophy This episode is sponsored by Ham Plaza https://open.spotify.com/album/2Escgeq90UrDwsilXHHhHQ 👉 Hit LIKE if you enjoy the episode and SUBSCRIBE for more amazing conversations with legendary musicians! 💥 Support the Podcast: 🎧 Patreon – Patreon.com/offthebeatandtrack 🔔 Stay Connected: 🌍 Website – www.offthebeatandtrackpodcast.com 🐦 Twitter – @beatandtrackpod 📘 Facebook – Off The Beat & Track Podcast #OffTheBeatAndTrack #DavidJ #Bauhaus #LoveAndRockets #GothicRock #PostPunk #AlternativeMusic #MusicPodcast #BehindTheMusic #DarkWave #SubscribeNow Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/offthebeatandtrack. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

28/03/2025

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54 min
07/10/2025

Adam Buxton: put on your conversation coat and find your talking hat (Adam Buxton Podcast / Buckle Up / I Love You, Byeee) #639

Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! This week Pip is joined by podcaster, author, musician and all round lovely human ADAM BUXTON! A home run of an episode right here as Pip checks in with original podcast homie Adam on all things! And it really is all things, but most pertinent at this moment in time is Adam's new album of full song material 'Buckle Up' - something he's been hinting at for ages on his own podcast (and we all hoped for, on the strength of the jingles), and now has its own home on Decca Records no less. A lot of lovely behind the scenes action on that, but Pip and Adam also check in on such items as the act of sharing with guests on a podcast, Werner Herzog's Zoom odyssey, clashes of guest bookings and the hierarchy of talent, the Clipse parallel, losing loved ones and authoring books, to honest or not to honest, taking people up on help offers, sitting with things and not avoiding them, major label biz, the genesis of songs (not the songs of Genesis), being the right side of annoying and playing your own music for folks. So much goodness and gems and all sorts on here, you're in the company of the pro's with this one - sit back and relax and enjoy. We love you. BYEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE. PIP'S PATREON PAGE if you're of a supporting nature ADAM ONLINE BUCKLE UP OFFICIAL BUCKLE UP LABELPAGE ROGER SCRUTON ("Boom goes the brainbox") SILVER JEWS ('American Water' - lovely album) GUIDED BY VOICES ('Alien Lanes' - classic) CALM main link CALM donate link SPEECH DEVELOPMENT WEBSTORE PIP TWITCH • (music stuff) PIP INSTAGRAM PIP TWITTER PIP PATREON PIP IMDB POD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

07/10/2025

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1h 23m

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