Sara Pascoe

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  1. Hulk Hogan

    14 ENE

    Hulk Hogan

    Hulk Hogan was undeniably a star and cultural icon. But beneath his rock hard brand lies scandal, abuse and shocking values. Sara Pascoe, Gbemi Oladipo and John Tothill must weigh up the evidence before deciding: evil or genius. Additional material: Eve Delaney and Christina Riggs Researcher: Christina Riggs Sound Editor: Kate Mac Production Coordinator: Liz Tuohy Executive Producer: Paul Smith The producer was Sasha Bobak. Evil Genius with Russell Kane is a BBC Studios Audio Production for BBC Sounds.

    37 min
  2. The Science of Baby Making

    04/12/2024

    The Science of Baby Making

    Brian Cox and Robin Ince investigate the science of baby making - don’t worry, all theory, no practice! They are joined by Professor Joyce Harper, Dr Ben Steventon and comedian Sara Pascoe to discuss how just two cells can turn into trillions, or in other words, how an embryo can turn into an embryologist. The embryo-building processes across species are remarkably similar, yet there is still so much we don’t know about the beginning of life. Our panel discuss these unknowns, the latest in fertility treatments and what new capabilities might be available to future parents. It seems that artificial wombs may not be science fiction for much longer and scientists are closing in on being able to make egg and sperm cells out of stem cells. So yes, Brian and Robin could one day have a baby! Producer: Melanie Brown Executive Producer: Alexandra Feachem Researcher: Olivia Jani BBC Studios Audio Production

    42 min
  3. The Meaning of Liff by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd with John Lloyd

    22 ENE

    The Meaning of Liff by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd with John Lloyd

    This week's book guest is The Meaning of Liff by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd. Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary director, producer and writer, John Lloyd. John is the BAFTA, Emmy and Grammy award-winning creator of such shows as Spitting Image, Not The Nine o'Clock News, Blackadder and QI. In this episode they discuss quizzes, friendship, toilet seats, Sweden and Judi Dench. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! The Meaning of Liff is 42 by Douglas Adams and John Lloyd is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Where Did She Go? is out here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    39 min
  4. Space Archaeology

    08/06/2020

    Space Archaeology

    Brian Cox and Robin Ince are joined by comedian and writer Sara Pascoe, biological anthropologist Alice Roberts and space archaeologist Sarah Parcak. They look at how archaeology today looks far more Star Wars than Indiana Jones, as an archaeologist's list of kit can now include satellites and lasers. They discover how searching for clues from space has led to the discovery of several ancient lost Egyptian cities and how the study of ancient DNA and artefacts reveals our similarities, not differences, with our ancient forebears. Producer: Alexandra Feachem

    56 min
  5. All Fours by Miranda July with Annie Macmanus

    06/06/2024

    All Fours by Miranda July with Annie Macmanus

    This week's book guest is All Fours by Miranda July. Sara and Cariad are joined by renowned podcaster, DJ and best-selling author Annie Macmanus to discuss hotel rooms, dancing, window cleaners, menopause, parking and Davina McCall. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss birth trauma. Hear Annie speak with author Miranda July on her hit podcast Changes. You can find Annie on Instagram and Twitter: @anniemacmanus Annie's latest novel 'The Mess We're In' is available to buy here All Fours by Miranda July is available to buy here or on Apple Books here. Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to buy here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  6. Lincoln In The Bardo by George Saunders with Sally Phillips

    01/08/2024

    Lincoln In The Bardo by George Saunders with Sally Phillips

    This week's book guest is Lincoln In The Bardo by George Saunders. Sara and Cariad are joined by comedy acting legend Sally Phillips to discuss teaching, graveyards, Civil War and hard-ons. Thank you for reading with us this series. We like reading with you! And we'll be back in September with more Weird reads! Lincoln In The Bardo is available to buy here or on Apple Books here. You can find Sally on Instagram: @sallysmack Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to buy here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy here. Cariad’s children's book The Christmas Wish-tastrophe is available to pre-order now. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  7. David Bowie’s 100 Books to Have Read

    15 ENE

    David Bowie’s 100 Books to Have Read

    In this week's episode Sara and Cariad peruse the list of David Bowie’s 100 Books to Have Read. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    38 min
  8. Intermezzo by Sally Rooney with Aisling Bea

    26/12/2024

    Intermezzo by Sally Rooney with Aisling Bea

    This week's book guest is Intermezzo by Sally Rooney. Sadly James Joyce and Michael Fassbender were not available to chat so Sara and Cariad are joined by Ireland's premier Bono impersonator, writer and star of This Way Up, Living With Yourself and Get Away - it's Aisling Bea! In this episode they discuss sex scenes, James Joyce, Dublin, Maeve Binchy and life's winners. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Intermezzo is available to buy here. You can find Aisling on Instagram @weemissbea Cariad’s children's book The Christmas Wish-tastrophe is available to buy now. Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to buy here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy here. Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  9. My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh with Jodie Harsh

    11/12/2025

    My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh with Jodie Harsh

    This week's book guest is My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh. Sara and Cariad are joined by legendary DJ and music producer Jodie Harsh who recently published her own memoir, You Had To Be There: An Odyssey Through Noughties London, One Night at a Time. In this episode they discuss Crossrail, nostalgia, Amy Winehouse, the twelve steps, Soho and the National Lottery. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! My Year of Rest and Relaxation by Ottessa Moshfegh is available here. You Had To Be There by Jodie Harsh is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    55 min
  10. Muckle Flugga by Michael Pederson with Michael Pederson

    8 ENE

    Muckle Flugga by Michael Pederson with Michael Pederson

    This week's book guest is Muckle Flugga by Michael Pederson. Sara and Cariad are joined by prize-winning Scottish poet and author, Michael Pederson. Michael is the current Edinburgh Makar and Writer in Residence at The University of Edinburgh, he also co-founded the prize-winning literary collective Neu! Reekie! In this episode they discuss Stephen Fry, rivers, vocabulary, Robert Louis Stevenson, writing retreats, Jack Lowden and Salman Rushdie. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Muckle Flugga by Michael Pederson is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  11. White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies (Live from the London Podcast Festival, Kings Place)

    27/11/2025

    White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies (Live from the London Podcast Festival, Kings Place)

    This week's book guest is White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies. In a very special episode recorded live at the London Podcast Festival Sara and Cariad are joined by the incredible comedian, writer and actor Alan Davies. Best known for starring in the hit BBC series Jonathan Creek and for his regular appearances as a panellist on QI, they discuss his new memoir White Male Stand-Up. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Trigger warning: In this episode we discuss childhood abuse and death. White Male Stand-Up by Alan Davies is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h y 2 min
  12. Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron

    04/09/2025

    Clown Town by Mick Herron with Mick Herron

    This week's book guest is Clown Town by Mick Herron. Sara and Cariad are joined by the mystery and thriller novelist and author Mick Herron, author of the best selling Slough House series which has been adapted into the Slow Horses television series. In this episode they discuss Gary Oldman, gaffa tape, gag writing, MI5 and farts. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Clown Town by Mick Herron is available here. Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad’s children's book Where Did She Go? is available to buy now. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  13. Sara Pascoe

    17/04/2024

    Sara Pascoe

    We’ve wanted comedian, podcaster and presenter of the 'Great British Sewing Bee' Sara Pascoe on the pod for so long, and this week she joined us for lunch and a natter! As a mum of 2 very young kids, Sara took a break from feeding and popped round for a quick catch up, and treated us to some hilarious stories. She shared her love of frozen pizzas when she was younger, working at the Millennium Dome in London, her tips on how to deal with hecklers in the crowd at a gig, currently living on caffeine, and she confesses that her husband’s roast potatoes are the reason she married him! Sara’s brand new book ‘Weirdo’ is released on the 25th April, and her ongoing book podcast ‘Weirdo’s Book Club’ with friend of pod Cariad Lloyd is fab! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    51 min
  14. A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale with Jessica Swale

    1 ENE

    A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale with Jessica Swale

    Happy New Year! This week's Christmas book guest is A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale. Sara and Cariad are joined by Jessica Swale - Jessica is an Olivier Award-winning playwright, screenwriter and director. She's known for such works as Blue Stockings, Nell Gwynn and the current hit Paddington: The Musical. In this episode they discuss aliens, Paddington, snacks, childhood artistry, chair parties and Gails. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! A Year of Creative Thinking by Jessica Swale is available here - Save 25% when you buy direct from publisher Nick Hern Books - enter code WEIRDOSNHB at www.nickhernbooks.co.uk/a-year-of-creative-thinking Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    43 min
  15. Father Figure by Emma Forrest with Emma Forrest

    04/12/2025

    Father Figure by Emma Forrest with Emma Forrest

    This week's book guest is Father Figure by Emma Forrest. Sara and Cariad are joined by writer and director Emma Forrest. Emma has published five novels and two critically acclaimed memoirs and was named as one of Variety's 'Top 10 Screenwriters to Watch’. In this episode they discuss Watching people from busses, fantasies, ear-worms, obsession and George Michael. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Father Figure by Emma Forrest is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    53 min
  16. Audiobooks with Juliet Stevenson

    20/11/2025

    Audiobooks with Juliet Stevenson

    This week Sara and Cariad are joined for a very special episode all about audiobooks by the queen of audio narration - BAFTA nominated and Olivier award winning actress, Juliet Stevenson. In this episode they discuss Elizabeth Gaskell, kids books, bully directors, José Saramago, acting and Geordie accents. The Speakies British Audio Awards take place on the 24th November at the Royal Opera House. We’ve partnered with the Best Audiobook: Fiction category. There are some brilliant audiobooks nominated in that category including Intermezzo by Sally Rooney, read by Éanna Hardwicke. Why not go back and listen to our episode on Intermezzo where we talked to the brilliant Aisling Bea.   Juliet is also nominated for the Best Audiobook: Non-Fiction category for her brilliant narration of Persian Pictures by Gertrude Bell. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    56 min
  17. Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna with Oisín McKenna

    28/08/2025

    Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna with Oisín McKenna

    This week's book guest is Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna. Sara and Cariad are joined by our Weirdos listener recommended Oisín McKenna. In this episode they discuss whales, London being the best, feral summer evenings and day jobs. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Evenings and Weekends by Oisín McKenna is available to buy here. Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad’s children's book Where Did She Go? is available to buy now. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded by Ben Williams and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    47 min
  18. Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder

    10/07/2025

    Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder

    This week's book guest is Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder. In this episode they discuss Geoffrey Archer (again), war, domestic labour, jokes and geniuses. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Wifedom: Mrs Orwell's Invisible Life by Anna Funder is available to buy here. Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad’s children's book Where Did She Go? is available to buy now. Sara’s debut novel Weirdo is published by Faber & Faber and is available to buy here. Cariad’s book You Are Not Alone is published by Bloomsbury and is available to buy here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    44 min
  19. Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris with Rachel Parris

    25/12/2025

    Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris with Rachel Parris

    This week's Christmas book guest is Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris. Sara and Cariad are joined for a special festive episode by the award winning, BAFTA nominated comedian, writer, improvisor, actor and star of Mock the Week and The Mash Report - Rachel Parris herself. In this episode they discuss the Napoleonic Wars, marriage, Janeites, Hunsford and sex with Mr Collins. Thank you for reading with us. We like reading with you! Introducing Mrs Collins by Rachel Parris is available here. Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    45 min
  20. Christmas Book Conundrums

    18/12/2025

    Christmas Book Conundrums

    This week is a special Christmas Book Conundrums episode. We asked our listeners for their festive book gifting conundrums and tried to come up with some helpful suggestions and inspirations! Thank you for reading with us this Christmas. We like reading with you! Follow Sara & Cariad’s Weirdos Book Club on Instagram @saraandcariadsweirdosbookclub and Twitter @weirdosbookclub Tickets for Sara's tour show I Am A Strange Gloop are available to buy from sarapascoe.co.uk Cariad's children's book Lydia Marmalade and the Christmas Wish is out in paperback here now.   Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive. Artwork by Welcome Studio.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    35 min
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