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Mildly Informed

Mildly Informedwww.thebuglepodcast.com

Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive headfirst into the art of decision-making—whether it’s rating the latest TV shows, dissecting bizarre life choices, or tackling the dilemmas their listeners throw their way. No topic is too big, too small, or too ridiculous. Armed with personal experiences, the news of the week, and an inbox full of questionable queries, Richie and Chris promise to leave you ever-so-slightly wiser… or at least Mildly Informed


Help the show to continue to rewrite history via Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/mildlyinformed


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Episodes

Robots, Rail Fines & Random Docs

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t solve your problems, but might convince you not to jump the ticket barriers. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they pick apart life’s smallest dramas and biggest nonsense. From everyday crimes (sort of) to new gadgets nobody asked for, if it can be discussed, they’ll overthink it for your mild amusement. This week’s episode features: 🚆 Fare Evasion – worth the thrill, or j...

Jul 04, 202539 minSeason 1Ep. 11

We Review Department Q, Picky Bits and Raspberries

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t fix your life, but might help you pick the best bits from a buffet. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dig into the gloriously random corners of everyday life – from the TV shows they binge, to the snacks they inhale, to the strange emails lurking in their inbox. No topic is too niche, no opinion too half-baked. This week’s episode features: 🍢 Picky Bits – the ultimate...

Jun 27, 202537 minSeason 1Ep. 10

Helicopters, Horror and a Very Big Lunch

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t change your life, but might make you question that third lunch course. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they enthusiastically overthink the unimportant, mildly analyse the ridiculous, and offer unsolicited opinions on whatever’s in their inbox, news feed, or fridge. This week’s episode features: 🍳 Food Recipe Social Channels – soothing inspo or culinary insanity? 🚁 Low F...

Jun 20, 202537 minSeason 1Ep. 9

We Review Hotel TVs and wearing shorts to work

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t tell you how to live, but might gently suggest you rethink your legwear choices. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dissect life’s smaller dilemmas and overlooked moments with unearned confidence and questionable logic. From listener emails to daily chaos, no topic is too specific, or too silly, to escape their scrutiny. This week’s episode features: 💒 Sunday Weddings ...

Jun 14, 202536 minSeason 1Ep. 8

We Have Questions About Dry Cleaning

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that offers no qualifications, just opinions. Often unrequested. Occasionally useful. 👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they wade through the weird, the mundane, and the unexpectedly profound. Each week, they pick apart life’s smaller moments and bigger questions – usually without being asked. This week’s episode features: 🎫 Ticket Inspectors – need some PR? 💸 Banking in the Adult E...

Jun 06, 202543 minSeason 1Ep. 7

We review Lilo and Stitch, Paddle Boarding and Farm Shops

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t blow your mind, but might make you think twice about pick’n’mix strategy. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive into life’s deeply unimportant but strangely compelling topics. Whether it’s something from their week, the news, or your inbox, they’ll overthink it for your mild entertainment (and enlightenment?). This week’s episode features: 🌺 Lilo & Stitch – Disne...

May 30, 202540 minSeason 1Ep. 6

A Waxed Nose Explosion

👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed 🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t change your life, but might help you avoid a scam or at least rethink your grooming routine. Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they heroically overanalyse the random chaos of their lives, the world, and your suggestions. From what’s in the news to what’s in their inbox, no topic is too strange or too small. If it can be reviewed, it will be. This week’s episode features: 💸...

May 23, 202542 minSeason 1Ep. 5

Sour Grapes, Soggy Clothes and Showering with your Colleagues

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as they dive headfirst into life’s weirdest and most wonderfully mundane topics. They’ll review literally anything – from TV shows and snacks, to bizar...

May 16, 202540 minSeason 1Ep. 4

We Review Chilli Oil, Royal Warrants, The Studio and Birthdays

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as they dive headfirst into life’s weirdest and most wonderfully mundane topics. They’ll review literally anything – from TV shows and snacks, to bizar...

May 09, 202539 minSeason 1Ep. 3

Is it ok to play your music in public? We decide

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed – there’s an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as they dive headfirst into life’s weirdest and most wonderfully mundane topics. They’ll review literally anything – from TV shows and snacks, to bizar...

May 03, 202534 minSeason 1Ep. 2

We review Organised Fun, Portuguese Custard Tarts and Football

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that promises absolutely no life-changing advice… but just enough insight to help you make slightly better decisions. 👉 Like what you hear? Support the chaos and comedy: patreon.com/mildlyinformed - there is an exclusive extra review waiting for you there! Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner every week as they dive headfirst into life’s weirdest and most wonderfully mundane topics. They’ll review literally anything – from TV shows and snacks, to biza...

Apr 26, 202539 minSeason 1Ep. 1

Travel Hacker is now Mildly Informed

Join Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they dive headfirst into the art of decision-making—whether it’s rating the latest TV shows, dissecting bizarre life choices, or tackling the dilemmas their listeners throw their way. No topic is too big, too small, or too ridiculous. Armed with personal experiences, the news of the week, and an inbox full of questionable queries, Richie and Chris promise to leave you ever-so-slightly wiser… or at least Mildly Informed. You can also. find us on YouTube and ...

Apr 18, 20252 min

The Grand Moratorium - Part Two!

Part Two of this mini series starts pretty mundane, and then oh! Whoa!? Really?!? This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 08, 202529 min

The Grand Moratorium - Part One!

It’s a special mini-series and Richie has plans. Has he told Chris what they are? Obviously not. Is something odd happening? Feels like it. This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 01, 202534 min

DLR versus car, Part Two

Rich and Chris attempt to back-seat drive their way to glory? Can they really beat the mighty DLR? Thanks for the fish! Back after a summer break. You can help us to hack by becoming a Patreon. You also get this show ad-free. https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jul 09, 202430 min

DLR versus Car, Part One

It's a race! From the city of London to City Airport - but which is quicker? Car or the Docklands Light Railway? Also, this is a mission that takes place with will Transport for London approval - vindication! The next mini-series of real world hacks hits your podfeed next week! Support our adventures on Patreon and get this episode in video form... http://patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See ac...

Jul 02, 202424 min

Trolley Buses for all, and other great transport policies

Rich and Chris learn more about their train service, explore what future transport vision our politicians have, and tease the next IRL hack! The next mini-series of real world hacks hits your podfeed next week! Support our adventures on Patreon and get this episode in video form... http://patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 25, 202431 min

Can we get 100 people for a train journey to Burton?

Richie and Chris are getting closer to running their own train service, and are joined by rail charter expert David. But where does this leave the barista coffee and fried chicken? Get this episode ad free, with video, and fund our hacks, via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 18, 202425 min

A Day Trip on the Jet Ski Line

Rich and Chris start working on promotion for their new rail line - AND - amazing news! Has a sponsor come on board? Get this episode ad free, with video, and fund our hacks, via our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 11, 202430 min

How much does it cost to run a rail franchise?

Richie and Chris dig deep into the idea of running their own rail franchise. SPOILER: we need funds. Lots of funds. Support us on our Travel Hacking journey, and get this episode in video form: https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Jun 04, 202430 min

Journey To The Centre of England

Richie shares a little more of his plans for a new rail franchise, and listeners - we really need your feedback! What is happening? And where is the clothes store Burtons from? Support us on our Travel Hacking journey, and get this episode in video form: https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 28, 202418 min

Jet Skis and a Train Franchise

Rich and Chris look at introducing Jet Ski travel to UK waterways, and hatch a plan to form their own railway business. Listeners - can you help? Our Patreons receive a video version of this podcast! Head to https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 21, 202430 min

The Brains and The Bike

Rich and Chris follow up on their rickets conversations, and discuss cycling, missing flights and who is the best. Our Patreons receive a video version of this podcast! Head to https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 13, 202433 min

Rickety Ferries and a new Tube Hack

Richie and Chris look at the problems of island living, ponder if you should never change your car and contemplate a new route on the London Underground. Plus, what does Chris drive? Our Patreons revceive a video version of this podcast! Head to https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

May 06, 202432 min

From Horsetander to the Night Cow

Richie and Chris plot out a new animal based transport system, return to the Liberties of London, and discuss train etiquette. Our Patreons revceive a video version of this podcast! Head to https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 29, 202430 min

Lime Bikes, Teslas and the Liberty Line

It's a new studio-based season of Travel Hacker where Richie and Chris discuss big travel things on their minds. This week: Lime Bikes, Tesla and the newly named overground lines. Our Patreons revceive a video version of this podcast! Head to https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Apr 24, 202432 min

The Official Season Six Moratorium

Here it is! You have given your feedback on the latest season, and we have responded. Oh my! Contains embryonic plans for the next season... This episode was hosted by Richie Firth and Chris Skinner and is a Bugle Podcasts production. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 29, 202432 min

Top Bunking! (S6, Ep6)

We are in bed. There is poetry. We learn about empathy. Please support us on Patreon, and we will be back soon. https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker A Bugle Podcasts Production. Hosted by Richie Firth, with Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 23, 202325 min

Whisky versus Benalyn (S6, Ep5)

It's time to try some local produce, at high speed. Richie Firth learns some Gaeli Please support us on Patreon, and fund future adventures https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker A Bugle Podcasts Production. Hosted by Richie Firth, with Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 16, 202319 min

What is Two Thirds? (S6, Ep4)

Richie and Chris consider getting knocked up by a guard, and listeners share their views on salopettes/dungarees. Please support us on Patreon, where this full season is now live. https://www.patreon.com/TravelHacker A Bugle Podcasts Production. Hosted by Richie Firth, with Chris Skinner. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dec 09, 202327 min
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