The Useless Hotline

Max Balegde & George Clarke

Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR  Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. HACE 2 D

    The Boys React To The Epstein Files, The Grammy's and REVEAL Tour Plans

    Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@max_balegde George’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1 George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1 Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= George’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/ George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro to the episode and what it covers 00:20 - Tour stories and hotel mishaps in Sheffield 02:08 - Woke up hair and quarantine-style hair struggles 04:13 - Sheffield city vibe and impressions from Max 05:22 - Tour logistics: number of stops and tour crowd size 06:42 - The mysterious "six or seven" quantifier and its cultural significance 07:48 - The viral "6, 7" meme and its generational reach 08:18 - Embarrassing fan cam moments at concerts 09:02 - The rules of on-tour games and the "Johnny Johnny" challenge 10:16 - Vito’s tour vlogs and dancing obsession 11:12 - Venue sizes: from Wembley to Palladium and ticket sell-outs 12:02 - Tour marketing strategies and ticket sales insight 13:08 - Meet and greet tickets and Bristol’s special spot in the tour 14:21 - Post-Nashville night out plans and fun clips from the tour 20:02 - The innovative PlayStation Portal device and upcoming Australian tour 21:32 - Australian media appearances and pronunciation struggles 22:28 - Anxiety over international impressions and speaking nerves 24:16 - Upcoming audio cues and halftime fun during the tour 26:01 - The game: "Does George care about this?" — pop culture topics quiz 27:15 - Grammys, Bad Bunny’s power move, and celebrity moments 28:44 - Nostalgia for iconic award show moments and Twitter rabbit holes 30:24 - Nicki Minaj’s controversial hand-holding and celebrity gossip 35:16 - The Jeffrey Epstein files: celebrity involvement and conspiracy theories 39:48 - The Kia Asylum metaphor explained—artists trapped in obscurity or success 41:16 - Debating whether Sabrina Carpenter and Katy Perry are "out" or "inside" the Kia 43:39 - The episode’s closing thoughts and the audience's role in sending dilemmas 47:18 - Final call for concise, funny audience stories and instructions 48:34 - Sign-off and excitement for upcoming shows and audience meetups Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  2. 1 FEB

    The Boys Discuss Nicki Minaj, Going To The Olympics and Cameo Days

    Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@max_balegde George’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1 George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1 Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= George’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/ George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George Chapters 00:00 Nicki Minaj and Donald Trump: A Political Shift 03:00 Life in the Spotlight: Touring and Hosting Events 05:52 Olympic Aspirations: From Bobsled to Curling 09:06 Figure Skating and Curling: Behind the Scenes 11:59 The Evolution of Music and Celebrity Culture 14:57 The Price of Fame: Ticket Prices and Fan Reactions 17:58 The Changing Landscape of Rap and Rivalries 31:03 The Evolution of TikTok Personalities 34:58 Nostalgia for Viral Moments 38:53 The Rise and Fall of Internet Fame 41:01 The Business of Cameo and Monetization 56:51 Reflections on the Cameo Experience Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    58 min

  3. 28 ENE

    Max and George Talk Traitors, Brooklyn Beckham and Birthday Party GONE WRONG!

    Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@max_balegde George’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1 George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1 Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= George’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/ George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George 00:00 Introduction to the Useless Hotline 05:02 The Traitors Experience 10:52 Game Strategies and Relationships 16:57 Reflections on the Traitors Show 25:24 Social Dynamics and Game Strategies 33:49 Celebrity Culture and Family Dynamics 41:35 Privilege and Public Perception 48:40 Upcoming Adventures and Promotions Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    50 min

  4. 18 ENE

    Max FINALLY Reveals His Coming Out Story!!!

    Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR  Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl  Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1  Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@max_balegde  George’s YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1  George’s TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1  Max’s Instagram:  https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  George’s Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/  George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Coming Out Story 09:56 First Crush and Awkward Encounters 13:58 Audience Dilemmas and Disappointment 15:34 Pizza Delivery and Confusion 16:24 Exploring Identity on Grindr 18:45 The Moment of Truth: Coming Out to Mom 20:48 Facing Fears and Finding Acceptance 22:41 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Coming Out 24:57 Grandma's Support: A Heartwarming Moment 25:55 Feeling Like a Local Celebrity 27:50 The Strength Found in Coming Out 36:19 Stranger Things Season Four Spoilers 37:24 The Military's Role in Hawkins 38:48 Frustrations with TV Show Endings 42:45 The Impact of Glee and Other Shows 44:09 Convoluted Storylines in Glee 49:24 The Disappointment of Bad Endings 50:26 Pitch Perfect and Its Legacy 51:04 Strange Film Experiences 51:34 The 4DX Experience 55:31 The Era of 3D Films 58:02 Cinematic Revelations and Passes 01:00:11 Diving into Dune and Knives Out 01:01:25 Zootopia vs. Zootropolis: A Naming Conundrum 01:03:00 Reflections on the Strictly Tour 01:05:59 Reality TV Insights and Celebrity Anecdotes 01:09:02 The Future of Strictly: New Hosts and All-Stars Season 01:12:02 Closing Thoughts and Farewells Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 14 min

  5. 11 ENE

    Reflecting on Strictly Finale and 2026 Predictions!

    Reflecting on Strictly Finale and 2026 Predictions! Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR  Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl  Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1  Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@max_balegde  George’s YouTube:  https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1  George’s TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1  Max’s Instagram:  https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=  George’s Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/  George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George Chapters 00:00 Swinging into Predictions 05:02 Christmas Reflections and Generational Wealth 10:08 P Diddy and the Documentary Revelations 15:07 Pop Culture Predictions for 2026 23:23 Navigating Personal Expectations and Relationships 26:28 The Quirky World of UK Pantomimes 27:44 Reality TV: The Traitors and Its Social Commentary 41:15 The Future of Reality Shows and Predictions 47:33 Marvel's Evolution and Fan Reactions 48:50 Stranger Things Finale: Expectations vs. Reality 52:35 The Impact of Streaming on Content Creation 55:14 Predictions for American Politics and Global Events 56:58 New Year's Resolutions: Reflections and Aspirations 01:01:01 Engagement Talks and Relationship Dynamics 01:08:27 Betting on Reality Shows: Risks and Rewards Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 13 min

  6. 17/12/2025

    Alexis Warr & George Clarke REVEAL ALL About Strictly Finale!

    Alexis Warr & George Clarke REVEAL ALL About Strictly Finale! Join our Patreon!!! - https://www.patreon.com/TheUselessHotline Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-useless-hotline/id1656588234 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHfKk6b3m2VLJA0tIl Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshotlinepod?_t=8XhEHip5lET&_r=1 Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@max_balegde George’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_t=8XhDjkFsoX0&_r=1 George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkeey?_t=8XhDmpUzS21&_r=1 Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= George’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/georgeclarkeey/ George’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/Clarke13George 00:00 Introduction & Holiday Spirit 02:57 Reflections on Performance & Competition 05:59 Life on Tour: Funny Stories & Behind the Scenes 08:59 Christmas Traditions & Family Celebrations 11:55 My Favorite Christmas Movies & Gifts 14:59 Disney Channel Nostalgia: Ranking the Shows 28:46 Childhood Favorites: Disney Moments 30:04 Ranking Iconic Disney Channel Shows 31:40 Most Memorable Disney Characters & Relationships 33:45 How Disney Shaped My Childhood 37:30 Strictly Come Dancing Journey 39:52 Favorite Strictly Moments 45:54 Reflections on Growth & Confidence 49:57 Final Thoughts & Future Plans Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 5 min

  7. 11/12/2025

    George Clarke REVEALS His Dance For Strictly Semi Final!

    Discover student living that's more than a room with Student Roost. Visit studentroost.co.uk to find the room that's right for you. Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotli... You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHf... Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshot... Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotli... Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: / @max_balegde George’s YouTube: / @georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_... George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkee... Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igs... George’s Instagram: / georgeclarkeey George’s Twitter: / clarke13george 00:00 – Kicking Things Off + My TikTok Hot Take 03:02 – Wild Tour Stories & Behind-the-Scenes Moments 05:53 – How I Ended Up Dancing on Strictly (and What Went Down) 08:55 – TV Life: Live Shows, Chaos & Unexpected Moments 12:03 – Strictly Secrets: Food, Backstage Routine & More 15:03 – The Emotional Side of Performing (Yep, I Nearly Cried) 18:05 – What You DON’T See: Production Tricks & Crowd Reactions 29:26 – Handling Curveballs in Dance Competitions 32:43 – Public Voting: The Stress, The Drama, The Reality 35:11 – Dealing With Online Hate (and Staying Sane) 38:00 – How Content Creators Actually Shape These Shows 42:40 – More Strictly BTS: The Stuff Nobody Talks About 45:29 – How Dance Styles & Performances Have Evolved 51:26 – Where Content Creation in Entertainment Is Heading 56:40 – Why Good Partnerships Make or Break a Dance 01:01:10 – Looking Back: What the Whole Experience Taught Me Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h 9 min

  8. 03/12/2025

    Max Balegde Reveals His Plans For Going On Strictly!

    Max Balegde Reveals His Plans For Going On Strictly! Discover student living that's more than a room with Student Roost. Visit studentroost.co.uk to find the room that's right for you. Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotli... You can also listen here: Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/5zHCHHf... Why not follow our socials so you don’t miss out on any of the latest news? Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theuselesshot... Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotli... Hosts Socials: Max’s YouTube: / @max_balegde George’s YouTube: / @georgeclarke Max’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@max_balegde?_... George’s TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@georgeclarkee... Max’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/max_balegde?igs... George’s Instagram: / georgeclarkeey George’s Twitter: / clarke13george Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates 02:41 Strictly Come Dancing Insights 05:34 The Challenges of Competition 08:24 Behind the Scenes of Strictly 11:32 The Importance of VTs 14:27 Reflections on the Competition 17:23 Community Engagement and Support 20:17 Upcoming Performances and Predictions 23:14 Musical Week Excitement 26:06 Final Thoughts and Wrap-Up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    49 min
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Welcome to The Useless Hotline hosted by Max Balegde and George Clarke. A place to send your queries and dilemmas no matter how big, small, weird, or embarrassing. We can’t guarantee good advice or that you will leave a changed person, but we can guarantee that this is a useless hotline. Subscribe and join us every Sunday as we tackle your problems head on and on occasion will be helped by some faces you may recognise on a trial shift. Submit your queries/ dilemmas here: theuselesshotlinepodcast@gmail.com OR  Send a voice note to our Instagram: https://instagram.com/theuselesshotlinepod?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ficha técnica

  • Creado por
    Max Balegde & George Clarke
  • Años en activo
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodios
    160
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Derechos de autor
    © Max Balegde & George Clarke
  • Sitio web del podcast
    The Useless Hotline

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