This week we team up with All The Horror podcast community to discuss Women In Horror Month. We chose to do a Top 5 Women in Horror, but some of us.... some of us... couldn't count to 5. Salty Tadpole Interactions. Bad Reading. Gemma done F up's and much more to be laughed at. Click Subscribe and listen to the choices we selected. PLEASE help us by Subscribing to our #YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWVWBJAhuEkkpha9V1FRpug Subscribe to our Social Media & Podcast etc here: h...
Feb 06, 2022•1 hr 22 min
This week Gemma sits down with her friend Garry Azzaro to discuss his trials and tribulations with stage 2 colon cancer. Throughout the experience Garry has managed to keep his sense of humour, which I'm sure will have helped. Garry is such a lovely person and we at Talking Codswallop are honoured that he shared his story with us. Another thing about Garry (as covered in a previous episode) he is the creator behind International Ridicule which are custom made property board games, they are truly...
Jan 23, 2022•54 min
James has been fortunate enough to talk with the amazing actor, radio personality, poet and comic book creator and all around cool guy Leonard Pigg! One of the most amusing, educational and frankly brilliant interviews James has done! You won't want to ever miss this! Lenny's Social Media YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdQNpRZlkU8V-DLR1U9UlsQ Amos-Cola: https://amos-cola.com/?s=Leonard+Pigg Amazon Prime Series: Canary Currency Zombie Movie: Hungry Eyes Comics: The Six Emperors IF this...
Jan 16, 2022•1 hr 25 min
THAT'S RIGHT FOLKS, WE'VE MADE IT TO 200!!!!! And we didn't kill each other woooo. :) In this week's SPECIAL episode of Talking Codswallop James and Gemma are joined by Joanne & Andy, as it wouldn't be a special episode without the full team. We play 3 games; (World famous... within Talking Codswallop) Reverse that Tune, describe the picture and Where are town's from with inappropraite names? Who is the crowning winner of these games, well you'll need to listen to find out. Gemma tries to "h...
Jan 09, 2022•1 hr 50 min
This week you get the chance to listen to a pre-recorded episode that Gemma and James took part in with Melissa from the Brook Reading Podcast. We review Gemma's favourite film; 10 things I hate about you. We also review Not Another Teen Movie without planning to, typical #Codswallop haha! :) Movie Synopsis: Adapted from William Shakespeare's play "The Taming of the Shrew," 10 Things I Hate About You starts off with Cameron, new student at Padua High, sitting in the office of the quirky guidance...
Jan 02, 2022•1 hr 38 min
In the words of George Costanza, Happy Festivus everyone. Not sure who George Costanza is, don't worry nor did Gemma until a few months ago, but James explains all in the week's festive LAST OF THE YEAR episode. Gemma and James discuss how other countries celebrate Christmas, KFC anyone? The Salty Tadpoles let us all know which Christmas song they would like to fly to the moon, not feeling Christmassy? Don't fear, James and Gemma still manage to find stuff to moan & laugh about, especially a...
Dec 23, 2021•1 hr 18 min
Yet again Celluloid Codswallop collides with high fashion! Coming off our wonderful run reviewing Halston Joanne & James come over all Italian and review the House of Gucci! One of them likes it, the other one borderline hates it; who is who? Well you will have to listen to find out won't you. IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter @CodswallopPod. REMEMBER TO CLICK SUBSCRIBE to the podcas...
Dec 19, 2021•1 hr 22 min
Return of the Gem, once again.. it's the return of the Gem! This week Gemma returns to tell the story of her car accident and how close she was to nearly dying, but alas she's here to tell the tell. James uses up the last of the deer puns, no more are allowed to be uttered (please). James explains why he needed tissues during Ghostbusters Afterlife in the mini (as spoiler free as possible) review. Gemma tells a family tradition which bitterly disappoints James. What have they been watching? Who ...
Dec 12, 2021•1 hr 23 min
This week James and Gemma sit down with Andre Daniels who is a comic writer, blogger, video game enthusiast, a breath of fresh air and a geniunely lovely, amazing human being. He is the creator of Brutal Planet Comics, and the mind behind the comic series "TREBLE: THE RHYTHM WITHIN" which is a comic series Gemma will definitely being investing time and money into. Beside the amazing work Dre does with his comics and youtube channel, we discuss who is better Batman or Superman, have an extremely ...
Dec 05, 2021•2 hr 18 min
James has been lucky enough to sit down to Mr. Tim Fling, musician, comic book creator and all round amazing man. In this brilliant episode we discuss music, films and the amazing comic book series Tim has created The Hunchback Of Theilogical Quadrant 19, Socket and Water Wars to name but a few! If you want positivity and inspiration Tim is your man. He embodies 'if you put your mind to it anything is possible'! In this interview he provides me with the most heart warning answer ever to 'who wou...
Nov 28, 2021•1 hr 1 min
With Ghostbusters Afterlife fast approaching this was the perfect time to talk to the amazing brother and sister team behind Cleanin' Up The Town: Remembering Ghostbusters, one of the greatest documentaries ever made! This week James sits down with Claire & Anthony Bueno from Bueno Production to have a heart warming chat & discuss the spooky, the funny, the educational and why you should never, ever give up on your dreams! Cleanin' Up The Town social media: Website - https://buenoproduct...
Nov 21, 2021•1 hr 53 min
James sits down to talk to the simply exceptional husband and wife team, Aron Gaudet & Gita Pullapilly who are the writers and directors behind the Kristen Bell & Kirby Howell-Baptiste film Queenpins and documentary The Way We Get By! James discusses their lives, careers, the different processes behind making a documentary and feature film, future plans and why Queenpins is much more than just a comedy! You can watch Queenpins on Paramount+. The Way We Get By focuses on three senior citi...
Nov 14, 2021•1 hr 20 min
This week we entertain you with the LIVE event we took part in with Doctor Squee for the charity Phoenix Rehoming. Doctor Squee recorded a 24 hour podcast with guests and Gemma, James and Joanne were honoured to be a portion of those guests listen as the guys & gals struggle not to swear, but manage to provide plenty of innuendos. Pre-Live show; James and Gemma get together to discuss their weeks to add an added extra to the content for those of you who have already listened/viewed. So, ther...
Nov 07, 2021•1 hr 27 min
HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!! WE FOOLED YOU. James this week is joined by two special gorgeous guests. You will know who they are, but remember James has goldfish brain. This week's movie review is 2004's cult classic Shaun of the Dead. Lots of laughter, random chat for the first 20 minutes, basically a typical Talking Codswallop episode in the form of Celluloid Codswallop. Gemma (whoops, gave a guest away) tries to guess who Jasper Carrot's daughter is, after a 5 minute conversation about the actress she ...
Oct 31, 2021•1 hr 34 min
With Halloween fast approaching we have an interview with a spooky feel!!! James interviews the brilliant author, producer, writer and director Mark Steensland! Mark discusses his career directing, writing and producing films, touching on his advice for anyone entering the industry. We discuss the writing process behind the terrifying 2021 film Jakob's Wife staring horror icon Barbara Crampton. There is so much more to tell but you gotta tune in!! IF this is your first time listening to Talking ...
Oct 23, 2021•1 hr 31 min
Join us to learn about the amazing planning that went into the Home Not Alone prank on James. This week we are joined by Lyndon & Ben the masterminds behind possibly the greatest prank of the year! How does it all link to Phantasm? How and why did it happen and what else could they cook up? You have to tune in to find out.... IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter @CodswallopPod. REMEMBER...
Oct 17, 2021•1 hr 21 min
Gemma and James this week have a jolly good laugh discussing the following: British Weather Talk Relationship advice Car Codswallop Pyjamas etiquette Rising Blood Pressure Swearing Parrots Possessed Dolls Toilet Troubles and MORE... If that dosn't tantalise you into listening, well we don't know what will. IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter @CodswallopPod. REMEMBER TO CLICK SUBSCRIBE to t...
Oct 10, 2021•1 hr 6 min
What an episode Gemma and James have in store for you this week. 17 year old Goldfish having operations, Nun's dancing with skeltons in graveyards, Codswallop, Gemma Done-F**k up's, WHERE IS ALL THE PETROL!!!! and much more things to laugh at and with us. IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter @CodswallopPod. REMEMBER TO CLICK SUBSCRIBE to the podcast to get all of the up to date episodes. We...
Oct 03, 2021•1 hr 7 min
James has been incredibly fortunate to sit down and talk to the one and only Julie T. Wallace. Julie has had an incredible career ranging from Life & Loves of a She-Devil, a Bond Girl In The Living Daylights, to roles in The Fifth Element, Speed Racer, Heart Beat & Last of The Summer Wine! This is an interview I have been looking forward to for ages! So tune in you will not only entertained but you will laugh your socks off as Julie is simply BRILLIANT!!!' IF this is your first time list...
Sep 26, 2021•1 hr 22 min
A shortie, but a goodie non-the-less. This week James tells a story how he was pranked by one of his friends. Gemma manages to piss off two people without trying and news about our upcoming LIVE hour with SqueeF3st on Saturday 25th September at 4pm, hope to "see" you all there. Oh and of course, there's Codswallop too... what has Jason Manford done to piss of Gemma? IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagr...
Sep 19, 2021•32 min
Never let it be said that we don't listen to the Salty Tadpoles! Joanne and I have both heard about this film but never seen it!! Listen to us discussing the one and only Princess Bride! We look at subjects such as - Who could James Cosplay as, where have we seen these actors before? Can we link this to DC and is Fred Savage secretly a murderer? I know, I know "Inconceivable!" IF this is your first time listening to Talking Codswallop, please can we ask you to follow Talking Codswallop on Facebo...
Sep 12, 2021•57 min
This week Gemma & James are joined by Melissa from The Brook Reading podcast & what a blast they had. One listener sends Gemma a YUMMY present, and of course he is then turned into a fictional "serial killer". What does seeing 12 Magpies mean? Update on the o2 phone debarcle. James complains about walkers & Melissa is wonderful and patience while all of this chaos is going on around her. LOL! Being a Tadpole, she knew what she was getting herself into. LOL :) Where typically do non-A...
Sep 05, 2021•1 hr 33 min
This week Gemma sits down with Galina Rin who is the incredible singer and brains behind the band/comic Death Ingloria. And what did they discuss?... well, of course, Heinz Beans and Ramen Noodles. What else would they discuss... Ok, fine, they also talk about Galina's incredible music & the coinciding comic book (which is a genius idea). To explain Death Ingloria further: they explores Humanity’s depths, its heights, and its inevitable conclusions through rock music, comic art and animation...
Aug 29, 2021•1 hr 25 min
CROSS OVER PODCAST time. This week Gemma & James are joined by Squee from the Doctor Squee Podcast/Radio show. We discuss Squee's upcoming event; SqueeF3st which is a 24 hour live video podcast which Talking Codswallop has the honour to be involved with. Why have o2 pissed off Gemma? Why can't James buy lightbulbs? Does James ONLY say profound things? Does Dog Poo roll? All this and more, so what are you waiting for... download and listen today! Doctor Squee's Socials @DoctorSquee on twitter...
Aug 22, 2021•1 hr 5 min
When you say CANDYMAN, CANDYMAN, CANDYMAN! in the mirror you want our next guest to appear. This week Gemma sits down to discuss the magic of Rock candy with the King of the Sticky's; Mr David King. Dave is one of the creators behind the company Sticky, which is taking the internet by storm with their livestream videos. The story of this company is amazing from how it all began, how it was nearly all over and how the internet saved the company. The lovingly nicknamed Sticky Weirdo's (their fan b...
Aug 15, 2021•1 hr 39 min
This week Gemma has a special, mysterious guest with her... Oh OK! It's James.. He's BACK BABY!!! :) Check out the random "Codswallop" we talk about tapes (yes, those old things that were out before CD's (in the "olden days")... and yes, CD's came before MP3 players) returning from the dead, #SaltyTadpoleInteractions with their Mythological creatures, #Codswallop's and much more laughs along the way. Clear those bladders before listening to this episode, you might find you laugh so hard a little...
Aug 08, 2021•1 hr 5 min
This week Gemma and Andy sit down to discuss the weeks events... and boy were there some events to be discussed. Gemma shares the ALL TIME most embarrassing story. Andy questions the mental state of Gemma and her mum during a dinner time action. Salty Tadpole Interaction from our Facebook group. Football talk. Stories of the week and Would you Rathers?. This is packed show, filled to the brim of laughter. A BIG Thank you from Gemma for waiting an additional week for this episode. But, the best t...
Jul 25, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Guess what... James' microphone is still not working, so Joanne steps up to the mark and joins Gemma on the OG Codswallop show. Could this be a girlie show? All about makeup and hair styles? Nope, think again.. we pick on James, discuss the similarities between Derry Girls and real life Northern Ireland with some eye opening stories, Terry Pratchett, Bridgeton, Football, Politics, Religion and what we are watching on Disney+. Why is Joanne painting guns? What are the best and most groan-worthy D...
Jul 11, 2021•1 hr 9 min
This week Gemma sits down with Al Galpin who is an awesome guy with fingers in many pies... not those pies you cheeky monkey's. We discuss being a finalist on BBC Tv show, Pointless, his charity podcast called Super Pod to raise money for Sports Relief and Comic Relief, his own podcasts and most importantly his radio station, The Bear.Live which he runs. Al has been a big supporter of Talking Codswallop allowing our episodes to be re-played on Thursday's from 10pm. Which we are truly grateful fo...
Jul 04, 2021•1 hr 4 min
James has managed to break not 1 but 2 microphones, so this week Gemma beams up the Fish light for Codswallop help and manages to catch herself a Lurker Fish, formally known as Eeyore.. that's right folks Andy makes guest appearance this week. They discuss #Codswallops, one which is a heartfelt & emotional Codswallop, a REAL LIFE Salty Tadpole Interaction, when a tadpole comes to visit, what they are watching on the TV/Films, why it's not a good idea to ride a bike near Andy when running, Sa...
Jun 27, 2021•1 hr 40 min
