THEY'RE BACK BABY! Gemma and James sit down to recap on, well... the last 6 weeks at least. Gemma has a heart to heart with the Salty Tadpoles explaining her absence and the rock & hard place she has been in. Brief talk about Queen Elizabeth II, James talks about all of the other 96 year old's, spoiler alert... most of them are dead. Reviews of Taylor Hawkins Tribute Concert, Q The Music- James Bond Tribute & Concert & TV programmes we've been watching & much more. So many laughs...
Sep 18, 2022•55 min
Artist. Punk. Animal Rights. Wrongly accused. Tattooist AND Owner of a Tattoo Studio called The Rising Tide in Poole. Is there anything that Tattoo Tom hasn't done. As stated in the episode, he has certainly lived and shares his story with Gemma. We discuss all things tattoo related, his incredible artwork, funny stories, what NOT to smeer on your brand new tattoo's and the journey Tom took to become a tattooist. This really is a MUST LISTEN to episode. Full of adventure. No need to "hunt" out T...
Sep 11, 2022•1 hr 14 min
This week Gemma returns and brings a guest; Lucy Caton. Gemma, James and Lucy sit down to discuss Lucy's performance as a Bull Chain Woman for the opening ceremony of the Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games. 1 billion people may have seen up her nose, but we get the behind the scenes experience of not only the opening ceremony & the rehearsals involved, but what the closing ceremony was like. This is a great listen, funny, insightful & Ozzy the Bull ROCKS. \m/ Follow Talking Codswallop on...
Sep 04, 2022•55 min
In this episode James has sat down with the author John Bukowski. Now a published author is always interesting to speak with. However John has a really interesting back story! He used to work as a veterinarian, health worker , and a medical writer. For some people that would be enough, John never one to rest on his laurels moved into writing and acting! We sit and discuss his life, career and even touch on authors be both love! To top it all we talk about his debut freaking brilliant novel Proje...
Aug 28, 2022•58 min
I can best describe this interview as epic. Mr. Marc Sheffler sits down with James for a chat! This man has had a life like no other! The Three Stooges, Last House On The Left, Robin WIlliams, Happy Days and that is just the tip of the iceberg! He's even writing a book about his life! You need to tune in to hear this amazing story! You won't regret it! Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW WE ARE ON YOUTUBE TOO?!).
Aug 21, 2022•1 hr 25 min
James sits down to have a chat with the one and only Steve Jay Rubin. If you like film especially Bond and The Twilight Zone you are going to be in Seventh Heaven! Steve is a film publicist, an author and he's even dabbled in acting! Steve is the author of The James Bond Movie Encyclopaedia and the Twilight Zone Encyclopaedia! So tune in and learn all about his amazing life and story and his plans for the future. Steve Jay Rubin's Social Media IMDB: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0748169/ Podcast: ...
Aug 14, 2022•1 hr 20 min
Just when you thought the smoothest voice on Talking Codswallop was James. Here is an episode which kicks that theory into the tall grass.!!James sits down with the one and only Heath Martin the Voice Over King! Heath talks all about his life, working in the music industry, live action acting on both stage and screen coupled with his work in the world of VO. This episode is both educational and inspiring and Heath embodies the moto over never giving up! It is so jam packed we cannot fit it all i...
Aug 07, 2022•1 hr 36 min
Whilst the cat is away James will play! Gemma & Joanne are a little under the weather but never fear James is here! James has been fortunate to sit down with the wonderful fantasy and history novelist Christen Stovall! Author of The Fae-Touched Chronicles, Song of Souls Trilogy and much more!! In this episode you will learn all about the process Christen follows when writing, how a good piece of music will get you going and how caffeine and chocolate can be your best friend! You'll even get ...
Jul 31, 2022•1 hr 1 min
As the mercury in the thermometer rose Gemma & James knew that the only way to deal with it was with some Codswallop!! Tune in to learn about James version of the birds, why Gemma is now the ruler of Car Corner and our views on the Clerks III trailer, with other movie suggestions to watch, plus much much more.... You don't want to miss our wacky "kinky" stories either. Stay tuned for a Public Safety Announcement at the end which you won't want to miss. Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, F...
Jul 24, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Are you sitting comfortably, Salty Tadpoles? Then let James PILOT you through the story of the return journey from Germany. Does Germany think he's a drug lord? A criminal? Why do we reference James' hair? And Gemma talks about a Tw@t on a kids scooter & Mental Health. Shout out: @TCOPod & their incredible interview with Chesney Hawkes. Hear James' reaction to Chesney feedback about his hair. Listen to the interview & The Chronicles of Podcast here: https://tcopod.podbean.com/ Follow...
Jul 17, 2022•56 min
James sits down to interview Bryan Parkerson a man with not only an incredible beard, but also an incredible resume. Bryan is the living embodiment of perseverance. This man wears so many hats I am amazed his neck still works. Tune into learn about his life as an actor, write, producer and director. You can also get a sneak peak so to speak into his currently filming horror film Blood Repentance! Bryan's Social Media: Facebook for Blood Repentance: https://www.facebook.com/groups/522141363456392...
Jul 10, 2022•1 hr 32 min
You've heard Gemma & James discuss his birthday celebrations. Now here is the behind the scenes story! Straight from the creators mouth! James sits down with previous guest, his friend and the genius behind Home Not Alone Two! Lyndon Prescott. Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW WE ARE ON YOUTUBE TOO?!).
Jul 03, 2022•33 min
Temperatures are rising, but not with the cool cats Gemma and James. James tells the tale of how he was Fooled... again. Discussing TV shows they have been watching (WITHOUT SPOILERS). They say goodbye twice. Additional, unexpected (even by them) content of Petrol Pump dramas and Giant Fish. But let's face it, who downloads a podcast to read? So stop reading and get those ears & belly's ready for some giggles. Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO Y...
Jun 19, 2022•58 min
A few weeks ago Gemma and James did a livestream for Livestream for the Cure, here is the audio version. If you want to watch the video version head over to our YouTube channel for the visual funnies. Many Codswallop's, many laughs, and Gemma reads LIVE. Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW WE ARE ON YOUTUBE TOO?!).
Jun 12, 2022•1 hr
There's too much serious stuff going on right now, so let's have a laugh. Gemma talks about her trip to Birmingham, James feels bumps that shouldn't be there & we have a laugh with the Salty Tadpole jokes. Well, Gemma does. James is boring. :p Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW WE ARE ON YOUTUBE TOO?!).
Jun 05, 2022•45 min
This week Gemma and James moan about stuff, have a good ole sing song (even James does a rare bit of singing), talk about their experience on the LIVESTREAM for #LiveStreamForTheCure, thank you to all of the Tadpoles who joined us LIVE, the recording will be available in the coming weeks. Also video on YOUTUBE. :D Is that a Manpoline? And why did a lady fall down the toilet? All this and more laughter to be had. So, warm up those ear and join us for some giggles. Follow Talking Codswallop on Twi...
May 29, 2022•56 min
When is plastic not so fantastic? Why would you want a Burn Book? Could this film be anymore SNL? Tune in to listen to Gemma and James answer these questions and much more when we review Mean Girls. Because we are "So, Fetch!" Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW WE ARE ON YOUTUBE TOO?!).
May 22, 2022•1 hr 19 min
This week James takes us back to medical Codswallop corner while Gemma talks about her trip to Winchester with silly/funny stories, include "Toilet" humour. We discuss "IRL" what things have happened that Back To The Future predicted. James tries to multitask during the episode, does he succeed? Hmm.. We discuss our involvement with the upcoming event, LIVESTREAM FOR THE CURE. Talking Codswallop will be LIVE from 7pm until 8pm, UK time. Come watch us balls things up LIVE! Haunted Forrests, ANOTH...
May 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min
This week Gemma sits down to talk with her friend's Tom & Jamie from The Chronicles of Podcast to discuss their show, how they became friends and their incredible event which they are holding for the Sophie Lancaster Foundation on Saturday 28th May. Jamie and Tom have worked hard to put on a LIVE music/podcast show at Scruffy Murphys in Birmingham to raise money and awareness for the Sophie Lancaster Foundation. To buy tickets and find out more, please visit: The Chronicles of Podcast LIVE! ...
May 08, 2022•1 hr 7 min
So, we are back! This week Gemma talks about her on going health issues which have been causing her a lot of pain. They both have Codswalllop's relating to medical services and James is pissed off with the Milkman. What does a man find on his car wing mirror? And what did a woman marry? We have some laughs, but this is one of our REAL & Medical episode. Hopefully you will still find it entertaining. :D Follow Talking Codswallop on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram: @CodswallopPod (DO YOU KNOW ...
May 01, 2022•59 min
This week's episode is an oldie but a goodie because sadly James and Gemma have both been struck ill :( We should be back next week with new content, but until then, please enjoy this EXTREMELY funny episode which we recorded back in 2020, before COVID (I know, there was a time, believe me) and when there was 3 of us. This is up there with our funniest episodes. Andy insta-stalks, Gemma talks about Watersports and James applies for jobs in Victoria Secret and Ann Summers. Find out what happens w...
Apr 24, 2022•1 hr 21 min
Gemma steals James' favourite word and over uses it in this week's episode. Harhar! Stories of travelling to Guernsey, rocky boat trips, sick bags - why are they bags? Who else HATES the 5 pence piece? What "DAFF"t stories have got us buzzing? Old People on Go-Karts, Where are people putting their dog poo? Car Corner and old man James talks about his garden and MUCH more. As always lots of laughter. Promo for The Chronicles of Podcast LIVE! - For more information & to grab your tickets visit...
Apr 17, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Ever wondered how Gemma and James met? Ever wondered how the Podcast came to be in the first place? Is James a stalker that Gemma cannot get rid of? Well this week we had the honour of joining Dre Daniels on his YouTube channel, Brutal Planet Comics to speak about Talking Codswallop. We had so much fun and we hope you have as much fun listening. If you'd like to see our "beautiful" faces click on the link below. Brutal Planet Comics - https://www.youtube.com/c/BrutalPlanetComics A BIG FAVOUR TO ...
Apr 10, 2022•51 min
It's sunday morning, the sun is shining (unless your in Britain) and your about to put on the coffee, what else do you need to do... well, click that download button of Talking Codswallop of course. With a title like; when is a row a row? what could be more intriging? So warm up those ears and be ready for the comedy foolery of Gemma and James. A BIG FAVOUR TO ASK Salty Tadpoles - please can you tell your friends about us? Get them to subscribe to our Podcast, Social Media and especially our YOU...
Apr 03, 2022•52 min
Well... Many years ago Thomas & Martha Wayne were murdered. Join James, Jamie and Shaun this week to hear their hotly anticipated review of one of the biggest films of the year: The Batman! What do we think of Matt Reeves take on the franchise? Is Robert Pattinson more than just a sparkly vampire? Does Batman smell? Why does Jamie nearly choke on his drink? Tune in for answers and more!! Shaun & Jamie's social media: Shaun's Twitter: @ShaunTHughes Shaun's Instagram: shaunhughes13 Jamie's...
Mar 27, 2022•1 hr 35 min
On this weeks sickness report addition of Talking Codswallop Gemma & James still manage to have a laugh. SUPER Embarrassing story. Squeaky balls. COVID-19. Tw@t tax. Multiple Codswallop's. TV & Movie suggestions. Multiple Mic Drop moments. Swearing Parrots & continuous laughter. All of this packed into a 30+ minute episode. Tune in to listen now! A BIG FAVOUR TO ASK Salty Tadpoles - please can you tell your friends about us? Get them to subscribe to our Podcast, Social Media and espe...
Mar 20, 2022•34 min
Sick of the current news cycle? Sick of worrying about what is going on in the world? Well tune into this weeks episode to hear the Weird, Wonderful & Funny stories of the week. Plus Codswallops and much laughter. Also Jackass Forever mini review with minimal spoilers. A BIG FAVOUR TO ASK Salty Tadpoles - please can you tell your friends about us? Get them to subscribe to our Podcast, Social Media and especially our YOUTUBE channel, I promise we have good things coming down the pipe line. PL...
Mar 06, 2022•58 min
This week Gemma sits down with the Double Bass wielding troubadore Grant Sharkey. We discuss everything under the sun in this no holes bared episode. We get into the nitty gritty of Grant's music, his goals for 40 albums, performances with The Wurzels & one of Gemma's favourite bands Skindred. Even ends with David Attenborough v The Queen. There's so much more. But, most importantly we have the best laugh along the way. We also both enjoy picking on James who could not make the recording. En...
Feb 27, 2022•1 hr 19 min
"Where's your head at... Where's you head at, where's your head at"; who else has that song in their heads now? If you haven't, then your not reading this description... shame on you :p. This week Horse Face & Frog Face sit down to discuss their eventful weeks, James complains about the weather and his aches and pains (Well, this is a British podcast after all) and Gemma talks about her spooky experience involving her dog. They review Pam & Tommy without spoilers, and give additional mov...
Feb 20, 2022•1 hr 10 min
James comes up with a way to get more eyeballs on our YouTube channel. The question is, would it work? New rules of the road annoying ALL drivers, a FISH having dental work, what is picked up in a certain poundstretcher? Postie's getting high and our usual Laughter, Codswallop and why is the episode called Cow Licker? Well.. you'd best tune in to find out, it's a good one this week Tadpoles. A BIG FAVOUR TO ASK Salty Tadpoles - please can you tell your friends about us? Get them to subscribe to ...
Feb 13, 2022•57 min
