Better Than Life: A Red Dwarf Podcast

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Comedians talk Red Dwarf. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 5 DAYS AGO

    34 - "Emohawk: Polymorph 2" with Andy Farrant

    From hosting OutsideXbox and the Mom Can’t Cook! podcast, to winning awards for his horror writing, Andy Farrant is a renaissance man of geekery. He tells tales of how his parents used to bribe him with Red Dwarf videos, and the lines of Dwarf dialogue that live in his head. We also chat about how the show has aged, and explore the idea of series 1 and 2 as prequel.  Then it’s time to discuss series 6 episode 4, Emohawk: Polymorph II. Is it a crime against continuity? A missed opportunity? Or a delicious plate of sugary treats? Plus: psycho Ace, Lister doing his job, the genius of Robert Llewellyn, and the worst people for every situation. We also attempt to answer the most important question: Why Ainsley Harriot?  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing.  FANCY SOME LINKS? Catch up with Andy on social media platforms @farrantula  Check out OutsideXbox and Oxventure on YouTube. Read Andy’s spooky stories at his UH OH Substack.  Listen to Mom Can’t Cook! wherever you like to hear podcasts. WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

  2. 2 OCT

    33 - "Gunmen Of The Apocalypse" with Jessica Knappett

    You’ll know comedian, actor and writer Jessica Knappett from her sitcoms Drifters and Avoidance, Taskmaster, and from The Inbetweeners Movie. Red Dwarf is a childhood favourite and her comfort watch to this day. She talks about fancying Lister in her youth, the show’s lack of pretension, and the weird day when she was cast in the revived Red Dwarf on Dave!  We take a steady aim at series 6 episode 3, the Emmy Award-winning Gunmen of the Apocalypse. But don’t worry, our guns contain no bullets. We celebrate film noir, Vindaloorians, impeccable Western comedy shenanigans – and how the show anticipates Black Mirror. Plus: find out which line from this episode became a bizarre catchphrase in Jess’ house growing up. SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing.  FANCY SOME LINKS? Follow @jessicaknappett on Instagram.  Check out Jessica’s awesome interview podcast, Perfect Day.  Learn more about Jessica at jessknappett.com  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 7m

  3. 25 SEPT

    32 - "Legion" with Phil Ellis

    Star of the new Taskmaster series, Phil Ellis shares the jaw-dropping true story of the time he almost got cast in Red Dwarf. It’s one of the most bonkers and traumatic tales we’ve ever heard! A fan from the beginning, you won’t believe which character Phil wanted to be as a child. He also talks about loving the less-loved episodes. And he offers up an excellent selection of options in the return of our recasting game.  We tuck into the delicious feast of comedy that is series 6 episode 2, Legion. Phil helps us digest all the best bits – from Grant and Naylor’s personal favourite Red Dwarf joke, to the lightbulb moment, Rimmer’s reincarnation theory and, of course, the funniest dinner ever.  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing.  FANCY SOME LINKS? See what Phil Ellis is up to on Instagram @philelliscomedy Watch Phil on series 20 of Taskmaster (may not be available outside the UK).  Phil’s live show Bath Mat, is touring the UK soon – find dates and more at philelliscomedy.com WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 2m

  4. 18 SEPT

    31 - "Psirens" with Tom Neenan

    Who better to start our voyage into series 6 than returning legend Tom Neenan?! Not only is Tom an incredibly eloquent and insightful comedy writer and performer…but this is also his favourite series of Red Dwarf! Consequently, we spend a lot of time together in Overthinking Corner. And Tom can’t help giving us his own preview of the rest of the series.  But before we get to that juicy look ahead, we go into series 6 episode 1, Psirens. We explore self-acceptance, Cat’s new job, and the series subtitle that almost was. We reflect on the impact of losing Holly and the Dwarf. Naturally, we can’t help asking what exactly the psirens are for. All that, plus: Cameos! Kochanski! Cockroaches! And Compact Kryten!  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing.  FANCY SOME LINKS? Go follow Tom Neenan on Bluesky @tpneenan.bsky.social Buy Tom’s awesome art at tomneenanart.bigcartel.com  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 hr

  5. SEASON 6 TRAILER

    Series 6 - Teaser

    Kippers smoked. We’re back for breakfast. And series 6.  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Production, artwork and insights by Alex Watson.  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? There’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    3 min

  6. 9 JAN · BONUS

    Series 5 - Bonus Episode 2

    Oh wow! More golden nuggets of conversation that were just too tasty to include in our main series 5 episodes. Or which didn’t fit our self-imposed time constraints but are still well worth welcoming into your ears. Or both those things. You decide, as you enjoy extra insights from the marvellous Matthew Highton, Alasdair Beckett-King and Alexis Dubus.  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Production, artwork and insights by Alex Watson.  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? There’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    26 min

  7. 2 JAN · BONUS

    Series 5 - Bonus Episode 1

    Happy New Year! Why not treat yourself to some deleted scenes: Bits of interviews with our brilliant guests which couldn't quite fit in their episode - but which are a smashing good time anyway. Featuring snippets from the awesome Cariad Lloyd, Tom Salinsky and Travis McElroy! SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Production, artwork and insights by Alex Watson.  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? There’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    33 min

  8. 26/12/2024

    Christmas "Special" 2024

    Merry Christmas! For our festive special, we unwrap some great listener emails and attempt some seasonal chat… but somehow it keeps going a bit weird  SO WHAT IS IT? Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers!  Hosted by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan).  Production, artwork and insights by Alex Watson.  WHAT DO YOU THINK? Have a word on our socials:  X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod EMAIL US We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: betterthanlifepod@gmail.com  ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE? There’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
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