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Talk Breakfast

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The best bits from Breakfast on Talk. Listen and watch live every weekday from 6am til 10am.

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Episodes

Feminism, Immigration and Social Class

EU migrants are worth more to public finances than UK-born, happiness is declining in young women and Dawn Neesom discusses the clash of the classes. All of that and more in today's podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 19, 201842 min

Gangs, Body Freezing and Alcohol

On today's show, Mike Graham and Dawn Neesom spoke about gangs using children as drug mules. They also interviewed Tim Gibson of Cryonics UK to find out what the body freezing group does and whether they deserve to be a charity. Plus journalist Stewart Weir discussed how middle aged Brits are worried that their alcohol habits could harm their reputation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 18, 201841 min

Brexit, Fashion and Bridezillas

Katie Perrior joins Mike once more for the show as today marks just six months until the UK is planned to leave the EU. Jon Craig from Sky News talks through whether the Chequers deal will hold for Theresa May. Also it's London Fashion Week and as a Fashionista himself, Mike gives the latest tips. And finally, with a couple stories of 'Bridezillas' in the papers, we speak to a Wedding Planner to find out how bad they can be, Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 17, 201844 min

Speed Limits, Prisons and Jagerbombs

On today's show, Mike Graham and Dawn Neesom took a call from listener Ian in London who wanted to give his opinion on the way the NHS is run. Alex Dibble reported on today's prison strikes live from outside Brixton Prison, where it turned out to be fairly quiet. Greg Hurst, Social Affairs Editor of the Times talked us through today's story that young people today aren't as sociable as they used to be, and of course, we have this week's Perrior Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for ...

Sep 14, 201838 min

Anarchy, Babies and Capitalism

We've had a very busy show today! Andy from Portsmouth called in to tell Mike and Daisy that we should all be careful not to turn into an anarchist state. Rowan Davies from Mumsnet talks about a report that criticises the website for filling soon-to-be-mothers with fear, and we were joined by Ryan in the New Forest who wants to do away with the class system and Samantha in Scunthorpe who had a childbirth story to tell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 13, 201826 min

Anjem Choudary, War Games and Bionic Willies

On today's show, Mike Graham and Dawn Neesom talked to David Toube of Quilliam International about the release of radical hate preacher Anjem Choudary from prison next month. Rear Admiral Chris Parry talks about Russia's joint military 'war games' parade with China, and the Times Science Editor Tom Whipple tells us of an exciting new trouser development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 12, 201846 min

The Army, Secret Missions and Boarding Schools

Mike Graham and Dawn Neesom voice their thoughts on the recent Army recruitment drive for young soldiers and take calls from a variety of opinionated listeners. Bernadette John from the Good Schools Guide talks with Mike and Graham about a private school who has had to issue an apology for posting a funny advert, followed by callers who are taking issue with the police. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 11, 201832 min

Boris, Serena and 'Cell Phones'

Mike is joined once more by Katie Perrior who gives her insight on the ongoing Boris saga and the Tory party. The also chat through "hit" TV show Bodyguard, which of course Mike hates! Lisa O'Sullivan is on to talk whether Serena Williams had sexist treatment from a tennis umpire and Sephton Henry from Gangsline talks about David Gauke's call for all prisoners to be given mobile phones for their cells! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information....

Sep 10, 201836 min

Sex, Drugs and...Germs

Boris Johnson's in a spot of bother. Mike thought women were always smarter, so why are they taking "smart drugs"? And Katie has this weeks Perrior Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 07, 201827 min

Ticket Touts, The Donald & Julian Clary

Nigel Adams MP joins Mike to discuss the growing issue of online re-selling and the battles consumers are facing. Mike gets his teeth stuck into the anonymous source slandering Trump in the New York Times and Julian Clary tells us all about his new children's book. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 06, 201831 min

Misogyny, Misandry and Loose Fitting Trousers

Stella Creasy MP is trying to get an amendment through Parliament today that would make misogyny a hate crime, but is this going too far? Mike and Dawn Neesom talk to journalist Sian Norris. Ken in Newcastle rings in with his views and we also speak to Galia - The Extreme Dietitian. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 05, 201836 min

Water, Chess and Being Single

There's scandal and alleged corruption in the world of Chess just ahead of the all important elections to the World Chess Foundation. Mike and Daisy speak to a Grand Chess Master no less. Plus will water meters become compulsory and is it really more expensive to be single? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 04, 201839 min

Ambulances, Vanity and Gender Stereotypes

On the show today MG and Daisy McAndrew talk about lengthy ambulance wait times. Also life coach and journalist Felicity Morse disputes the research that woman (except from the North) are characteristically vain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 03, 201841 min

Councils, Sports Day and Funerals

Today MG and Katie Perrior discuss council spending and competitiveness on School Sports Day. Also on the show, John Weir tells us about life as a funeral director. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 31, 201839 min

Teachers, Energy Drinks and Olive Oil

There's a shortage of teachers and Mike wants to know what job could be better. Should energy drinks be sold to children? And Daisy might be moving to Italy after talking to Luigi. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 30, 201830 min

Scallops, borders and nightmares

MG and Katie Perrior discuss scallop wars between French and British fishermen. Katie comments on how realistic The BBC's 'Bodyguard' is. Plus, psychologist and dream expert Ian Wallace busts the myth that eating cheese before bed gives you weird dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 29, 201841 min

Knives, Benefits and Clowns

MG and Daisy McAndrew debate the pros and cons of Stop and Search after the Notting Hill Carnival. Deven Ghelani is on the show to discuss how almost £4 billion of benefits is accidentally handed out. Plus there is disagreement in the clown world - Tamworth's Bibbledy Bob tells all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 28, 201836 min

Handshakes, Vaping and the Perriors

Should you always shake an offered hand, even if its a hook? Dawn might be in for a of trouble with Pam in Wisbech. And this week's Perrior Awards are announced. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 201837 min

Sporting Role-models, A-levels and Madonna

Should sports stars ever be role-models? It's A-level results day. And Dawn and Mike celebrate Madonna's 60th birthday! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 16, 201831 min

Affray, Hoarding and Baby Scar

Mike gets angry with Dan in Portsmouth over Ben Stokes's trial. Katie admits she's a magazine hoarder. And what's the poshest baby name you've ever heard? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 201822 min

Vaping, Fly Tipping and Chubby Love

Is vaping really better for you than smoking? Middle-class fly tipping: is up cycling the answer? And Dawn finds out why chubbier men make better husbands. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 14, 201824 min

Bikes, Magaluf and Eye Drop Conspiracies

Is it time cyclists take responsibility for their use of the roads? How did a man from Merthyr Tydfil end up in Magaluf after heading to the pub for one? And Mike tells Katie that something fishy's going on in the world of eye drops. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 13, 201836 min

Exasperated Homeowners, Eggcorns and the Perrior Awards

Why is Mike Firth warning off new neighbors from his new build home? Mike and Dawn do some jargon busting. And who are the winners of this week's Perrior Awards? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 201822 min

Bojo, Whips and a Rudi Caller

As Boris Johnson Burka debate rumbles on, we speak to Lord Sheikh, Conservative Peer, who believes Bojo shouldhave the whipped removed. Mike and Dawn then speak to caller Rudi in Exeter who seems very angry about the whole matter. Dan in Portsmouth gives his take too as well as Paddy in County Derry. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 09, 201832 min

Burkas, Snakes and Boris Johnson

Who better to discuss Boris Johnson than his former aide, Katie Perrior. On the show Katie butts heads with James Delingpole. Dave Arnold tells us what to do if you find a snake under your duvet.. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 08, 201833 min

Youth, Health and Sausages

On today's episode, food producers threaten legal action against Budget Supermarket knock-offs. Also, Mike and Dawn talk about the perils of living to 100 with caller Bruce in Angus. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 07, 201826 min

Beers, Tommy and the Far-Right

Former aide to Tommy Robinson had a tell-all story in the Sunday Times yesterday, but when she was on the show, she wasn't feeling as vocal. Mike and Katie also discuss the price of a pint down the local. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 06, 201831 min

Amazon, Taxes and Idling

Dawn Neesom joins Mike again today. Amazon have been paying even less tax than before and Mike isn't thrilled about it. Also Dawn goes through the best moments of the week with the Perrior Awards. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 03, 201832 min

Burying Nuclear Waste and Jennifer Aniston

James Large explains to Dawn and Mike why the government might want to bury nuclear waste underneath national parks - and how its a hard thing to make ethical and even the experts are struggling to shift it. Turns out, Jennifer Aniston is actually not heart broken after her well profiled divorce- she is also happily child free - putting some long held and unfair speculation about her life to bed. It has also inspired debate on how people treat women who choose to not have children. Today's co ho...

Aug 02, 201831 min

Wednesday: Whisky and Wikipedia

Colonel Bob Stewart joins Mike and Katie to discuss the army veteran who is being accused of historical crimes and whether he should be pursued. Whisky has increased in such popularity that Scotch whisky tourism saw a record number of visitors last year, and Graham Littlejohn of the Scotch Whisky Association tells them why he thinks that is. And finally, Mike calls in to lend his two cents on inheritance tax and falls by the wayside slightly with his second point which Mike is more than happy to...

Aug 01, 201830 min
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