Ranting Lads

Ryan Sheppard and Frankie Pang
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Welcome to the Ranting Lads podcast with Ryan and Frankie. Join us every Wednesday for a unique and light-hearted take on the week's news, covering everything from the headlines to the stories that catch our eyes. Our passion for fair and comprehensive debate shines through as we explore the key issues of the week and champion freedom of speech. But don't worry, it's not all serious - we inject plenty of humour and fun along the way. So tune in for informative and entertaining discussions, and maybe even a little bit of ranting. Remember, views are our own!

Episodes

  1. THE RANTING LADS SEASON 1 END OF SEASON SPECIAL! - S1 EP8

    05/17/2023

    THE RANTING LADS SEASON 1 END OF SEASON SPECIAL! - S1 EP8

    After eight action-packed episodes, the Ranting Lads season one has come to a close with an extended 'Ask Ryan'! Thank you all for your support this series, it means a lot and we will return in July!

    39 min
  2. THE CORONATION, LOCAL ELECTIONS & THE DOUBLE STANDARDS OF WOKE POLITICS - S1 E7

    05/10/2023

    THE CORONATION, LOCAL ELECTIONS & THE DOUBLE STANDARDS OF WOKE POLITICS - S1 E7

    In this week's episode, the lads review the Coronation weekend, a real celebration of Britishness. The pomp, pageantry and celebration was certainly a spectacle that we enjoyed even if the Coronation service itself was a little tedious. The discussion ends on Ryan's stance on the monarchy before he gives us his take on the local elections and what it means. Eurovision is this weekend but Ryan is certainly not a supporter of the British entry for a string of controversial tweets. This then spirals into a frank discussion about woke politics. To conclude, the lads end with another round of the popular and light-hearted Ask Ryan section!

    43 min
  3. CORONATION & LOCAL ELECTIONS PREVIEW, STRIKES & RYAN'S RELATIONSHIP CLINIC - S1 EP6

    05/03/2023

    CORONATION & LOCAL ELECTIONS PREVIEW, STRIKES & RYAN'S RELATIONSHIP CLINIC - S1 EP6

    In this week's episode, the lads preview King Charles III's historic coronation and the constitutional importance of it. They also dive into this week's local elections, which are expected to be a tough one for the Tories but this doesn't stop Ryan from giving an impassioned plea on their behalf! The lads also talk about Andrew Bridgen being expelled from the Tory Party and the regular feature that is the strikes. To conclude the ever popular Tech News & Ask Ryan including his relationship advice.

    58 min
  4. RAAB'S RESIGNATION, BIDEN LAUNCHES RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN & YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED!!! - S1 EP5

    04/26/2023

    RAAB'S RESIGNATION, BIDEN LAUNCHES RE-ELECTION CAMPAIGN & YOUR QUESTIONS ANSWERED!!! - S1 EP5

    In this relaxed episode of the Ranting Lads podcast, the lads discuss Raab's resignation ask the question - was he the victim of a witchhunt? The lads look at the runners and riders who will be taking on Joe Biden in his 2024 re-election campaign. Then talk turns to whether St George's Day should be a bank holiday and a tangent of what songs we'd have at our funerals. To conclude, Frankie brings us a brief but brilliant Tech News before the popular Ask Ryan section returns including some relationship advice.

    1h 2m
  5. GRAND NATIONAL PROTESTERS, SMALL BOATS DECLARED AN EMERGENCY & VAPES (AGAIN) - S1 EP4

    04/19/2023

    GRAND NATIONAL PROTESTERS, SMALL BOATS DECLARED AN EMERGENCY & VAPES (AGAIN) - S1 EP4

    In this jam-packed episode of the Ranting Lads, Ryan gives his views on the protesters who disrupted the historic race as well as the protesters who disrupted the Snooker World Championships at The Crucible. The talk then shifts to Sunak and his failure to declare his wife's interest in a firm as well as Braverman declaring the Small Boats Crisis a national emergency. The lads give their views on the government's new vape scheme as well as the government's decision to scrap plans to build new smart motorways due to safety concerns. There is also a debate on whether children who commit murder should be named and shamed. To conclude, the lads look briefly at the announcement of fresh nursing strikes and look at Sudan, Biden, French strikes and more violence in the US in the News in Brief Section. Stick around for some great jokes by Ryan!

    1h 14m
  6. BMA STRIKES, HARRY & MEGHAN & 25 YEARS OF THE GOOD FRIDAY AGREEMENT - S1 EP3

    04/11/2023

    BMA STRIKES, HARRY & MEGHAN & 25 YEARS OF THE GOOD FRIDAY AGREEMENT - S1 EP3

    In the latest installment of the Ranting Lads podcast, Ryan tears into the BMA and their dangerous strikes as well as ripping into Harry & Meghan's hypocrisy. The lads also discuss the importance of the Good Friday Agreement - 25 years after it was signed, whether Camilla should use the title of Queen or Queen Consort, Labour's attack ads and whether the time is now to scrap VAR. To conclude, Frankie introduces his unmissable tech news and the returning News in Brief to discuss the Super Mario bros movie and the end of a famous musical's run on Broadway. Happy listening! All stories accurate to time of airing. This Episode contains the 'Ranting Lads Theme Tune' with alternate lyrics as this episode aired on the 11th (Tuesday) of April 2023.

    1h 4m
  7. DONALD TRUMP IN THE DOCK, VAPES & THE RETURN OF ASK RYAN - S1 EP2

    04/05/2023

    DONALD TRUMP IN THE DOCK, VAPES & THE RETURN OF ASK RYAN - S1 EP2

    In the next installment of the unmissable Ranting Lads podcast, the boys discuss the latest with Donald Trump and his court apperance, Finland's accession as the 31st member of NATO, vaping and the immorality of it. They also have a few strong words about TikTok & Formula One following the controverisal Australian Grand Prix at the Weekend. They also discussed the Azeem Rafiq racism hearing, which cleared Michael Vaughan of wrongdoing but upheld the other 7 claims. To conclude, the popular Ask Ryan section is back and we are very grateful for all your questions! Keep ranting!

    1h 6m
  8. HUMZA YOUSAF, BORIS JOHNSON & TIME FOR CHANGE IN AMERICA - S1 EP1

    03/29/2023

    HUMZA YOUSAF, BORIS JOHNSON & TIME FOR CHANGE IN AMERICA - S1 EP1

    Get ready for another thought-provoking episode of the Ranting Lads podcast. In this episode, hosts Ryan and Frankie dive deep into the latest hot-button issues shaping the world we live in. First up on the agenda is the SNP leadership contest, and the potential implications it could have for Scotland's political landscape. Then, the Ranting Lads turn their attention to the Boris Johnson committee, analysing the latest developments and what they could mean for the UK's political future. From there, the discussion takes a turn to the ongoing issue of gun violence in America, examining the root causes and possible solutions. The French Strikes also come under the microscope, with the Ranting Lads offering their unique take on the situation. The UK's new anti-social behaviour plan and a brand new section - "News in brief" will be debuting this week with very quick TL;DR's on some interesting topics! Finally, the podcast wraps up with a look at the latest Ofsted news and what it could mean for education in the UK. Don't miss out on this episode of the Ranting Lads, aired on 29th March 2023. Just be aware, news items discussed may be outdated at the time of listening.

    1h 6m
  9. NEW YEAR NEW RANTS | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP3

    01/05/2022

    NEW YEAR NEW RANTS | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP3

    This week we rant about New Years Resolutions and the traditional honours list; we also talk about the latest with Omicron. It wouldn't be a ranting lads podcast without Frankie's Tech News but also a mention about U.S Politics a year on from the riots at the Capitol building in Washington & a little bit of sport including the Djokovic situation and The Ashes defeat for England. This podcast was one of the original pilot episodes to ever air.

    59 min
  10. XMAS Special | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP2

    12/15/2021

    XMAS Special | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP2

    This week we talk about the F1 Title decider, Angela Merkel leaving office and Olaf Scholz taking the place, Plan C Omicron and the reign of Boris Johnson, Our Big question this week, Is religion still important in the modern day UK? And our popular Ask Ryan section where he answers your questions. This podcast was one of the original pilot episodes to ever air.

    53 min
  11. Omicron & World News | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP1

    12/08/2021

    Omicron & World News | Ranting Lads Pilot-EP1

    During this podcast we talk about the threats of the new COVID variant Omicron and ways we can tackle the virus, The EURO 2020 mob violence and ways that could of been dealt with. Shrinkflation and the horrors it has caused the nation, Projected GCSEs going virtual in 3 years and the dangers. Technology news this week and 2021's Top Google Search terms, Gun violence in America and the 2nd Amendment, and we also preview the Ashes and the controversy surrounding it for both teams - Racism in English cricket and the forced resignation of Tim Paine. And our popular 'Ask Ryan' section where listeners submit questions for Ryan to answer. This podcast was one of the original pilot episodes to ever air.

    1h 3m
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Welcome to the Ranting Lads podcast with Ryan and Frankie. Join us every Wednesday for a unique and light-hearted take on the week's news, covering everything from the headlines to the stories that catch our eyes. Our passion for fair and comprehensive debate shines through as we explore the key issues of the week and champion freedom of speech. But don't worry, it's not all serious - we inject plenty of humour and fun along the way. So tune in for informative and entertaining discussions, and maybe even a little bit of ranting. Remember, views are our own!

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  • Creator
    Ryan Sheppard and Frankie Pang
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  • Episodes
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