You have been asking for this for about 6 years and we've finally run out of excuses not to review Kingsman: The Secret Service. It's the 2014 "Love Letter" from director & producer Matthew Vaughan to the James Bond series that brought us all here in the first place! Can a rewatch and 004 convince 009 this is not a terrible film after all? You will find out in this our 102nd episode. We also have a discussion about the recent appointments to the James Bond production team by Amazon. Keep the...
Jul 20, 2025•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 102
It's been a while since we did a rankings episode so 004 and 009 have decided to sort out who is the best of the best films for each actor portraying James Bond. There's an excellent chance you disagree with our conclusions so lets hear your Negligent Discharge. Send it to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, X and Instagram or email [email protected]
Jul 08, 2025•43 min•Ep. 101
It's our 100th episode! Firstly, thank you for being with us since we began back in 2018. Secondly, SPOILERS!! If you haven't seen Mission IMpossible - The Final Reckoning yet go and check it out then have a listen. If you have then we hope you enjoy our thoughts on another spectacular Tom Cruise roller coaster ride. Send your Negligent Discharge to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, X and Instagram or email [email protected] NB: There's about 30 minutes of your Negligent Discharge if you ...
Jun 08, 2025•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 100
Where would we be without our mums? 004, 009 and Lucy Galore come together for a special Mothers Day episode to take a look at their mum's favourite films. We would love to hear about the films your mother loved too so send you or your mums Negligent Discharge to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, X and Instagram or email [email protected] Happy Mothers Day to all the mums!!
May 12, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 99
Ladies and gentlemen, please make sure your seat backs and tray tables are in their full upright position. Make sure your seat belt is securely fastened and all carry-on luggage is stowed underneath the seat in front of you or in the overhead bins and join 004, 009 and Lucy Galore aboard the Jailbird. Everything about Con Air is in this episode; the military, pregnancy, the US judicial system all portrayed by an outstanding cast with great stunts and a script that makes very little sense but we ...
Apr 26, 2025•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 98
Here's something new.... it's an Inter-Mission Join 009 and 004 for a shorter (than usual episode) as they discuss the new Netflix series "Zero Day" starring Robert De Niro. Just a warning there are plenty of SPOILERS so if you don't want the surprises ruined pause now and give it a watch. It's not always possible to get into the studio for a full-on movie review so we've come up with this concept and if it works it means we can pump out more content for your to enjoy.... well, that's the theory...
Apr 19, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 97
We're back in the studio and in your ears to talk about Pierce Brosnan's first outing as our "Gentleman Spy" James Bond in Goldeneye. Firstly, there's a LOT of your Negligent Discharge to mop up so if you want to skip straight to the review jump to about the 46th minute.... yep, there's a lot of discharge. Secondly, for the first time we watched the film together AND indulged in the famous Vesper martini made famous by Bond so you can hear how we they literally went down. Keep your Negligent Dis...
Mar 29, 2025•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 96
As we're unable to get into the studio to review a film right now ( stupid life getting in the way of our fun!! ) here's an episode from another of our podcasts called 'Let's Go to the Movies' where we discussed one of the great horro/sci fi films Alien. We would love to get your Negligent Discharge on this film or anything else so send it to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Instagram and X (Twitter) or email [email protected]
Feb 22, 2025•49 min•Ep. 95
004 and 009 have stopped what they were doing and raced into the studio to discuss the news of Amazon taking over James Bond as Barbara Broccoli and Michael Wilson step aside from their roles as long time producers of the series. What will it mean? What does the future hold in store for our famed "Gentleman Spy"? How can we get in on the action?? These and many more questions are discussed in our Emergency Episode. As always we would love to get your thoughts so send your Negligent Discharge to ...
Feb 22, 2025•26 min•Ep. 94
004, 009 & Lucy Galore travel back to a time when the world was a simpler place. Unlike today, you may have been happy to take a bullet for the President.... unless you're Clint Eastwood who is still a bit upset about dodging the seering kiss of death destined for JFK on a fateful Dallas morning in. In the Line of Fire is a 90's thriller featuring 004's spirit animal, Clint Eastwood, portraying Frank Horrigan, a man who annoys women and would-be-assassins in equal measure. Side note: There i...
Feb 09, 2025•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 93
It's been a while since we ranked anything so 004 & 009 thought it was a great opportunity to make Lucy watch 5 films in a week so they can rank everything they love about the Indiana Jones series. Be prepared to be surprised as your three hosts share the things they love and loath from all five of the Indiana Jones films.... there are issue which require deep introspection from all involved! Your Negligent Discharge is here as well so keep sending it to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Twitt...
Jan 27, 2025•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 92
The team are back in the studio to check out the womens Rom-Com (disputed heavily by Lucy Galore) "The Spy Who Dumped Me" as Mila Kunis and Kate McKinnon head off to Europe with their McGuffin in a secret place. Our 91st episode subject is thanks to Lazy Felix.... and Lucy may have mentioned sometime but we can't remember. Find out why 009 is so confused, how often 004 has dumped someone via text or just take a shot everytime Lucy says "vagina"? Did we just invent a new drinking game??? Keep you...
Jan 09, 2025•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 91
It's almost December 25th and nothing says Christmas like a special mission on the Licence to Podcast. This time your trio of champions are back to take on the Goblet of Fire for our 90th episode. So should a parent have to sign a permission slip so their child can be chased by a fire-breathing dragon? Does Hermione end up with the wrong man? What has Tim been working on in his spare time? All will be revealed... over almost 2 hours!! Seriously we didn't realise how much we dug into this one ......
Dec 22, 2024•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 90
There's been a lot going on in the world for Lucy and the boys so it's great to get back into the studio to review one of our favourite Bond films (...or at least it used to be!) The Man with the Golden Gun takes us to south east Asia in the mid-70's to pursue the worlds greatest assassin, Francisco Scaramanga and his golden bullets. In this episode we enjoy your Negligent Discharge, 009 shares a special interview from London, Lucy Galore takes issue with a 'Bloody Tourist' and 004 has a big ann...
Nov 30, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 89
004 and 009 go on the run with Harrison Ford pursued by Tommy Lee Jones in the early 90's classic thriller "The Fugitive". Its a wild ride as the boys discuss suprise casting choices, the most beautiful smile in the world and the death penalty. As always, we love your Negligent Discharge so send it to [email protected] or Licence to Podcast on Facebook, X or Instagram. 009 is going on the run with his famiuly to the UK and and Europe for a few weeks so keep an eye on the Facebook page f...
Oct 05, 2024•1 hr 50 min•Ep. 88
Your resident replicants are back in the studio to look at the 1982 Sci-Fi classic Blade Runner. Did they all manage to watch the same version of Ridley Scott's masterpiece? You will find out during their discussion about late night sax, souls, doves and memories. Before you decide to "retire" this episode send your Negligent Discharge to Licence to Podcast on X (Twitter), Facebook and Instagram or email: [email protected]
Sep 22, 2024•1 hr 33 min
Despite the fact we completed the 'Star Wars - Machete Order' recently, 004 & 009 wanted to share their thoughts on their favourite prequel, The Phantom Menace. It was also a very special occasion because it was the first Facebook LIVE episode so a big thank you to everyone who joined in on the show. (As of the 21st of August it should be available on the Licence to Podcast Facebook page for another 3 weeks). What did the guys love so much about this much derided film? Dive in, have a listen...
Aug 21, 2024•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 87
It's another Harry Potter episode and 009 is in the studio with Lucy Galore and a new voice in Katie to discuss the third film in JK Rowlings magical universe. How could the time turner be put to better use.... and would you swallow it? These questions and so much more are answered in this truly magical podcast. Keep your Negligent Discharge coming to "Licence to Podcast" on X (Twitter), Facebook & Instagram or email [email protected]
Jul 20, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 85
Yes, it's been a while but 004 & 009 are back behind the mic to finish the Star Wars "Machete Order".... we think.... more on that in the episode. What do the boys think about the final... ahem.... 6th episode in the Star Wars series? Stick this one in your Millenium Falcon and return a long time ago to a galaxy far, far away. We've got some of your Nigligent Discharge as well. Also, send your thoughts & comments to Licence to Podcast at X (Twitter), Instagram and Facebook or email hello...
Jul 09, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 84
The team are back in the studio for the Coen Brothers cult classic, 'The Big Lebowski'. Our resident "Dudeist" 004 is a massive fan as is 009 so we've taken this opportunity to expose one of the great comedies to Lady Lucy Galore and are really looking forward to her take on it. There's your Negligent Discharge at the beginning in response to some of our recent episodes and from listeners who just discovered us and wanted to say hello. You can always send yours to Licence to Podcast on X (Twitte...
May 11, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 83
We have been teasing this for sometime and thrilled to be able to share this interview with the one and only Gloria Hendry. Gloria not only brought the character of Rosie Carver to life in Live & Let Die but she has had an amazing career in film and music which continues today. Make sure you check out Gloria's book (Gloria Hendry, 007 Bond, Bunny, Black Renaissance "Ifm") and her CD (Gloria Hendry sings with legendary Jimmy McConnell and his big band (Live album). Massive thanks to Jeff Farm...
Mar 29, 2024•18 min•Ep. 82
Dame Lucy Galore and the boys are heading under water to review the cold war thriller 'The Hunt for Red October' starring the one-and-only Sean Connery. For the very first time we have some audio Negligent Discharge but if you'd like to contact us the old fashioned way you can with Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and of course [email protected] We hope you enjoy all the seamen coming your way!
Mar 23, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 81
The Star Wars 'Machete Order' contimues with Lucy Galore unhappy she was subjected to watching this film and a lengthy discussion about Yoda's sex life. Keep the cards a letters co ing to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram of email us: [email protected]
Mar 10, 2024•1 hr 38 min•Ep. 80
We're back with another Bond Redux and this time it's the third of the Daniel Craig series in 'Skyfall'. Lucy Galore and the boys discuss the origins of the protagonist Raoul Silva, destruction of heritage listed homes in Scotland and the sexual proclivities of one James Bond. There's is a little swearing in this one and for something new, it's not Lucy. Also, Andrew has an admission and an apology to offer. Tim's just here for the drinks. Keep the Negligent Discharge coming to Licence to Podcas...
Feb 17, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 79
Lucy, Tim & Andrew have enrolled at Hogwarts for Year 2 of the Harry Potter saga, 'The Chamber of Secrets'. Much is discussed from spiders to car theft, white supremecy and haunting options for the afterlife. Keep the cards and letters coming to Licence to Podcast at Facebook, Instagram or Twitter or drop us a line to [email protected]
Jan 27, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 78
Here's one to share with the kids.... or grandkids. We're having a look at the first in JK Rowlings iconic series, Harry Potter and The Philosophers (or Sorcerers) Stone. Lucy Galore is waving her magic wand as we take you back through one of the all-time great kids films.... and we cleaned thew language up so you can keep us on with the youngsters around. Share your thoughts on Licence to Podcast at Facebook, Instagram or Twitter and email us on [email protected]...
Jan 05, 2024•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 77
HANS....... BUBBY!! The boys are back in the studio for a Christmas Miracle. One of the all-time great 80's action classics, Die Hard, just in time for the festive season. Appreciate a new love for the late great Alan Rickman, join Tim as he wonders aloud about the real love story at the centre of this film and learn about the 'Magic Van'. Make sure you unwrap this episode and listen to two hours of podcasting Christmas joy.... plus your recent Negligent Discharge. Keep the cards and letters com...
Dec 20, 2023•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 76
The boys are back with Lucy Galore to do what we know you love the most... talk James Bond. It's time to take another look at Roger Moore's first entry into the 007 universe with 'Live and Let Die". Tune in to hear Lucy and 009 argue whether Bond unfairly duped Solitaire out of her mystical powers or just hear 004 explain how he wants to be buried. As always, send your Negligent Discharge to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter or email [email protected]...
Dec 03, 2023•1 hr 43 min•Ep. 75
Our "Machete Order" review of the Star Wars films arrives at Episode 2 - Attack of the Clones. If you love this film we expect to receive your arguments and/or death threats soon. Otherwise if, like us, you struggle with this edition to the Star Wars cannon you will hopefully enjoy our musings on annoying sand, Aussie actors and Master Dickhead? Send your thoughts to Licence to Podcast on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter or email [email protected]
Nov 13, 2023•1 hr 45 min•Ep. 74
It's been two years since No Time To Die with no word yet on who will be installed as our favourite gentlemen spy so 004 and 009 are back in the studio to discuss/argue who they believe it should be. Plus all your suggestions on social media are discussed too. Give us your thoughts on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram by searching "Licence to Podcast" or email [email protected] And if you enjoy our ramblings please tell your friends or give us a five-star rating on whichever platform you u...
Nov 11, 2023•36 min•Ep. 73