This is the official Taskmaster podcast, hosted by former champion and chickpea lover, Ed Gamble. Each week, released straight after the show is broadcast on Channel 4, Ed will be joined by a special guest to dissect and discuss the latest episode. Past contestants, little Alex Horne, and even the Taskmaster himself will feature in this brand-new podcast from the producers of the BAFTA-winning comedy show.
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Ed is joined by a very special guest this week, it's none other than Rebecca Lucy Taylor AKA Self Esteem! Rebecca is a huge TM fan and chats about her time in the house and why she wants to be on a full series! They talk bouncy balls, food dust and prize tasks, Rebecca is still looking for hers... Enjoy, your time starts now! Find out about all things Self Esteem here: www.selfesteem.love Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all y...
This week's guest is non other than Little Alex Horne!! Alex casts his mind back to 2019 and digs deep in to Series 8 of Taskmaster. There's a lot to discuss - a team task, a task inspired by a former contestant and the first episode win for Paul Sinha. All of this plus some technical difficulties that gets Alex in a flap. Enjoy! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster You...
It's a returning guest this week and it's none other than the brilliant John Kearns! John and Ed catch up on all things Taskmaster. There's a S14 recap and then they get down to business and discuss Episode 7 of Series 8. What would the pair bring in for a slippery thing and would John have spotted the grid in the Pink Lady task? Enjoy! To find out more about John's tour visit johnkearnscomedy.co.uk Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Stor...
This week Ed is joined by comedian, presenter and the voice of Love Island - Iain Stirling! Iain returns to the podcast to discuss his time on Series 8. The pair talk team tasks, workarounds and why Iain is such a huge fan of the show. The new series of Buffering starts Monday 30th January at 22.05 on ITV2 with a simultaneous full series drop on ITVX Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Vis...
She's back! Lou Sanders returns to discuss all things Series 8. Lou and Ed chat through episode 5 but also reflect on the whole experience, even how she felt after winning the pan in a hoop live task! You can catch Lou on Taskmaster The People's Podcast which she hosts with TM uber fan Jack Bernhardt wherever you get your podcasts! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster Y...
It's an extra special treat this week as we have out first ever behind the scenes guest on the podcast. The brilliant Andy Cartwright (AKA Andy C) joins Ed to discuss ep 4 of series 8. As well as talking through the tasks and Greg's point scoring Andy also reveals why he has a personal connection with this particular episode. The pair chat about the hammock task, what constitutes a toilet roll and Andy reveals the results of some unseen tie breaks from Series 9. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 ...
On this week's podcast Ed is joined by the brilliantly funny Joe Thomas. Joe who starred in Series 8 talks about how he came to be on the show and why he thought he was unfairly scored in this episode. They discuss volcanoes, mammals and why indoor fireworks should have their own special day. *Apologies for the sound quality in the first 15 mins* Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit t...
It's that time of year again when the TM team find 5 celebrities to take part in the show for a special festive one off! This year Ed is joined by one of the brilliant line up to discuss their time in the house and why they felt they were underscored! Next week the Taskmaster Podcast will return back to Series 8 with a great chat with Joe Thomas. Have a great 2023 everyone, your time starts now! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store fo...
On this week's podcast Ed is joined by comedian, star of The Chase and Series 8 contestant, Paul Sinha! Paul talks about the challenges of Taskmaster and what it was like watching himself back. They discuss team tasks, pairs of things and what constitutes a constant noise (not beat boxing Mr Stirling!). Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/ta...
This week Ed returns to Series 7 and dissects the finale with Comedian, Podcaster and TM super fan, Paul F. Tompkins! Paul and Ed talk laminators, sausage fingers, the tying up task and why Paul would be a great 'exotic old'. To find out more about all Paul's podcasts and live shows visit paulftompkins.com Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com...
On the podcast this week Ed is joined by a very special guest. They discuss the final episode of what has been a brilliant series as well and talk through all the highs and lows of TM! Thanks to all the listeners for going on the Series 14 journey with us. Next Thursday the podcast will return to chat to through the finale of Series 8. Ed's guest will be TM super fan and Podcast extraordinaire Paul F. Tompkins. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Tas...
This week Ed is joined by podcaster, historian and uber Taskmaster fan, Greg Jenner! Greg returns to the podcast to discuss the hotness of John Kearns and why Munya is like a early Buzz Lightyear. They dig deep in to the creative process of the contestants plays and try and decide on what IS the most underestimated item. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Find all the info on Greg's new books here: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Greg-Jenner/e/B01956SB50/ref=aufs_dp...
This week Ed is joined by comedian, writer, podcaster and Taskmaster Champion of Champions - Richard Herring! The pair discuss the highs and lows of Series 14 and Richard gives his predictions for the final few episodes! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster You can buy Richard's new book Can I have my ball back? at all good bookshops Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmast...
She's back! Comedian, writer, actor and TM champ, the fabulous Sarah Kendall joins Ed once again to talk through another brilliant episode of S14! Sarah explains why she sees herself in Fern and reveals who she thinks will be her biggest competitor in the next Champion of Champions. She gives her insights in to how the contestants approached the tasks and her and Ed bond over a very important question - why the flat pan method? Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmas...
Wait what, what wait... it's Dara Ó Briain! This week Dara joins Ed to discuss his worst performance on the show so far. There's spilt milk, some ugly underwear and a lot of photos of Philip Schofield. All of this plus Dara's thoughts on the Millican ascent! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future guest...
This week's guest needs no introduction, it's the brilliant Rose Matafeo!! Ed and Rose get nostalgic for Series 9 and do a deep dive in to Ep 5 of Series 14. There's a worm trumpet, a musical routine and some brilliant animal miming. Enjoy! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future guests: taskmasterpodca...
Ed is joined by another Series 14 contestant and this week it is the brilliant comedian Fern Brady. Fern and Ed discuss sabotage-gate, Dara's competitiveness and why she thinks her song was best. Fern also gets a chance to put right her reasons for being tired! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future gu...
It's the 100th Episode of the Taskmaster Podcast and this week Ed is joined by Series 14 contestant, John Kearns! And what an episode to have John on. The pair discuss THAT sand task and John even shares a Prize Task that never saw the light of day. Enjoy! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future guests:...
This week Ed is joined by comedian, TM star (and cheat!) Dave Gorman. Dave is a huge TM fan so brings his expertise and knowledge to the latest episode of the series. And what an episode! There's laminating, there's flour, there's Young Pablo and above all, there's a lot of points! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch ...
It's here! Taskmaster returns with a brand new series and a fantastic new line up. To discuss all things Series 14 Ed is joined by comedian, podcaster and TM alumni, Chris Ramsey! Chris and Ed take a deep dive in to the first episode of the series and make their predictions on how they think the contestants will fare. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel...
This week's podcast sees the return of Series 7 star James Acaster! The pair have a lot to discuss including the story behind the hula-hooping, why James thought the Fez task was just for Kerry and we get the inside scoop on James' meltdown after the 'find the satsuma' task. It's an emotional one! Next week the podcast will return at 10pm on the 29th September directly after the show has gone out on C4. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster ...
On this week's podcast Nish Kumar returns to discuss S7 with Ed. There is a lot to cover - Pants on a Stick, Rhod's most unexpected thing and the creepiest t-shirt ever! As well as this they reflect on some of Nish's TM moments and make series 14 predictions. Get tickets to the recording of Nish's show Your Power, Your Control here: https://artstheatrewestend.co.uk/events/2022-nish-kumar-your-power-your-control Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Tas...
Jackie B returns to the OG podcast to chat Series 7. And what an episode! They discuss the birth of the Knappett, the legendry extension task, the best Christmas Cracker plus Rhod goes in big on the no blinking task. Enjoy, your time starts now! Listen to Jack & Lou each week on the Taskmaster People's Podcast : taskmaster.tv/podcast Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskma...
The Task Consultant returns to talk to Ed about all things Series 7 but in true fashion he and Ed get side tracked by poetry and Mrs Mangel. They do get round to discussing some tasks which this week involve glasses, a cliff-hanger and 50 different things. Find out more about Tim's live shows here: timkey.co.uk Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtub...
To discuss Ep 5 of Series 7 Ed is joined by comedian and NZ Taskmaster star, Brynley Stent! No only has Brynley been on the NZ version, she is also a TM mega fan so is more than qualified to talk all things Taskmaster. Follow Brynley on Instagram @brynleystent Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future gue...
This week Ed is joined by writer, actor and Series 9 fellow contestant Katy Wix! Katy returns to discuss her series 7 highlights which include the confusing box, dramatic changes of appearance and Ollie! Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future guests: taskmasterpodcast@gmail.com...
This week Ed is joined by comedian, podcaster and series 7 alumni, Phil Wang! Yes that's right, Phil has returned to the podcast to discuss his time on the show and in particular what went down in episode 3! There's costume chat, there's a not very excited Alex, and best of all, there's a very good sound... enjoy! Book tickets to Phil's tour here: https://www.philwang.co.uk/ Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies...
On this week's podcast Ed is joined by bonafide TM legend, Liza Tarbuck! Liza returns to the the podcast to discuss Series 7 (which luckily she is a big fan of). They chat through each contestants efforts and get to the bottom of why it's such a special series. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future gu...
Ed Gamble and Kerry Godliman delve into Series 7, Episode 1 of Taskmaster, from Kerry's Champion of Champions experience to the opening tasks. They meticulously review contestants' attempts at a quick change outfit, tower building, and measuring a caravan with baked beans, highlighting the distinct comedic styles of James Acaster, Phil Wang, and Rod Gilbert. The episode offers a deep dive into the show's memorable moments, unexpected strategies, and the dynamic cast chemistry.
Press play on your podcast app and listen to Ed talk to some of TM's past consultants about their favourite (and no so favourite) Taskmaster memories. Watch all of Taskmaster on All 4 www.channel4.com/programmes/taskmaster Visit the Taskmaster Store for all your TM goodies! taskmasterstore.com Visit the Taskmaster YouTube Channel youtube.com/taskmaster Get in touch with Ed and future guests: taskmasterpodcast@gmail.com...
