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The Buckleys

Platform Media
Buckle up for a hilarious and relatable ride with James and Clair Buckley, the one-of-a-kind duo in their podcast, The Buckleys. This weekly show offers a refreshing mix of humour, everyday life, and a healthy dose of absurdity. Join James and Clair as they share their latest gripes, unique perspectives, and hilarious observations on life. They'll also provide reassuringly funny – but not always sensible – advice to listeners on a whole host of topics.
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Episodes

I've Held Some Weird Snakes

It's Halloween and James and Clair get into the spooky spirit - from admiring Clair’s "pumpkins," to discussing a REAL human skull they keep at home! They also share their best Halloween costumes and attempt to debunk some eerie listener ghost stories. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckley...

Oct 30, 202557 min

He’s Learning… Finally

The pair talk all things DIY and James' floating shelf fiasco, Clair imagines a new career path, and a further education teacher shares a canine calamity from his time in industry that has them both shocked. This episode is brought to you by the Teach in Further Education campaign. If you’re a skilled industry professional, why not consider sharing your skills at your local college and help inspire the next generation of workers in the field you love? To find out more, search 'Teach in Further E...

Oct 27, 202522 min

James Got Caught Doing This!

Cosmo the dog is getting a bit humpy… James rants about the invention of parachutes – and the pair discuss how to fake it till you make it. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Oct 22, 202555 min

James’ Disgusting Habit

James shares his 'genius' private jet hack and rants about delivery drivers. Plus, the pair dive into the dos and don’ts of modern etiquette — from eating pickled eggs before 'doing it' to burping on podcasts. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ L...

Oct 15, 202548 min

James Pulled At The Club?

James accidentally attends Riverdance and moans about modern TV remotes. A listener gets in touch to share their Buckleys birthing story - Plus the pair debate whether they are the right age for cruising, swinging and friends! Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@...

Oct 08, 202554 min

Abducted by Aliens

James moans about a hot taxi and strangers testing toilet doors whilst occupied. The pair also share spooky “ghost dog” listener updates, question whether James was 'really' abducted by aliens – plus they design their dream tour bus! Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instag...

Oct 01, 202552 min

A Run In With...The Police

James discusses his future as a golfer-turned-lobster fisherman, Clair bemoans his silky-soft feet, and the Buckleys test just how “down with the kids” they really are in a slang showdown. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ This episode is brough...

Sep 24, 202550 min

Being Judged For A Posh Dinner

The Buckleys serve up a feast of food nostalgia – as James confesses his love for the culinary classic, smash and beans. They also debate dining faux pas (curry-with-chips, anyone?) and to top it off, Clair puts James to the test in a special foodie edition of Strike It Buckley. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@...

Sep 17, 202547 min

The Nightmare Hamster

James exposes the truth about baby carrots, the Buckleys roast vow renewals, take aim at the movie clichés men are desperate to try ("nothing against ’em") and share Chris’s unbelievable tale of Pipsqueak - the hamster from hell. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram:...

Sep 10, 202543 min

⁠Pettiest Revenge EVER

Why are the Buckleys suddenly a big deal in Australia? James and Clair uncover the story behind “Buckley’s chance” (with a little help from Home and Away ), share their struggles with white trainers, forgotten free trials, and wrap things up with an unbelievable Petty Revenge story from a listener. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Bu...

Sep 03, 202539 min

Clair’s Awkward Blunder

James realises that he’s the Oasis equivalent of a ‘Swiftie’, the pair argue about whether ghosts are real - and Clair shares a mortifying public slip up. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Download the Popeyes app and use the promo code BUCKLEYS...

Aug 27, 202551 min

I'm So Hairy There

James and Clair take aim at cyclists, share some truly grim listener updates including a ‘toe-tal' invasion, mucky babies, and a missing adult toy, plus the pair settle some everyday ‘mass’ debates. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Download the...

Aug 20, 202549 min

Holiday Rip-Off

James defends his six BBQs. Clair discovers a headless snake. And the pair debate whether summer holidays are a total scam. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Download the Popeyes app and use the promo code BUCKLEYS for £5 off your first order, w...

Aug 13, 202548 min

⁠Shame on YOU!

James and Clair take on British weather, health and safety, and the ruling classes. They hear back from the proud residents of Buckley Town – and one unfortunate listener learns the hard way why The Inbetweeners Movie is a terrible choice to watch during surgery. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ ...

Aug 06, 202542 min

You Wound Me Up On Purpose?!

Clair can’t believe kids today don’t know who Nelly is, while James becomes convinced the bubonic plague is back and the pair list the movie clichés they’ve always dreamed of acting out. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Download the Popeyes app...

Jul 30, 202547 min

Clair's Oasis Shock

Clair nearly ends the marriage over a gig photo mix-up, while James declares friendship "a scam" after being strong-armed into lifting marble furniture. Meanwhile, a used plaster sparks a full-on gross-out showdown - and the war with Joe Hart continues. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckle...

Jul 23, 202546 min

Hotel Room for One

Clair is mortified after James exposes an unfortunate moment on the Gogglebox sofa. Meanwhile, James explains how some suspicious meat got him permanently flagged by US customs – and the couple discuss side hustles and submarines. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram...

Jul 16, 202551 min

James Gets Booted Off Air

James is fuming about a serious household crime: people not wiping the knife before it goes back in the butter. Meanwhile, he and Clair dive into the world of TV and film reboots – including the cursed American Inbetweeners. And Clair hosts the very first round of their new game show, 'Strike it Buckley' featuring some very rude place names. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by droppin...

Jul 09, 202548 min

Life Size Surprise

Clair has a savage exchange with a taxi driver, the pair talk Wimbledon and weird sports - and James is reeling from his customised boxing shorts snub. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...

Jul 02, 202536 min

The Shrubbery Needs Trimming

James mourns the death of Saturday night telly, a listener injures himself grooming mid-podcast and the Buckleys consider commissioning a golden, veiny mascot from a listener’s 3D printer. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn more about your ...

Jun 25, 202543 min

Don’t Go Near My Fruit and Veg!

James is fuming over the council’s garden waste policy, Clair’s algorithm has developed some unexpected kinks – and the duo dive into a fresh batch of brilliantly bizarre ‘wasted dreams’ from listeners. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn mo...

Jun 18, 202541 min

Are You Who I Think You Are?

James goes on a furious rant about the pronunciation of Hyundai, Clair tries to defend "posho" children's' TV car Brum and the couple talk all things knowledge - including what their Mastermind categories would really be. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebu...

Jun 11, 202547 min

Not On The Cream Leather Seats, Clair!

Father's Day special brought to you by Harry's feel good fellas. James retells his extensive convo with Chat GPT and how it lead him to an existential crisis. Plus the pair choose a winner from our ‘So Dad It’s Good’ competition and share some hilarious Dad stories! Buy One, Gift One on Harry’s razors in Tesco and Harrys.com —for every razor sold in store, Harry’s will send another to Dad, for free. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing you...

Jun 04, 202542 min

The Bluckleys

It’s a fight-heavy episode this week as James and Clair take on Premier League footballers, legendary wrestlers, and zombie outbreaks. From James’s supervolcano doom spirals to the true horror of touching your own belly button, they delve into all things irrational (and occasionally rational) when it comes to fear. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠...

May 28, 202544 min

You’d Be A Psychopath!

Clair’s come dressed for Squid Games, James had an unsupervised, sleepy train journey - and the pair debate whether 3D printing and metal detecting are really worth it? Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po...

May 21, 202544 min

I Had A Fight With A Bouncer

James takes us through his near-brawl with a bouncer, while Clair shares her thoughts on hay fever (which she definitely doesn't have!) and reveals her not-so-secret love for older men – much older. Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTok: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ The Buckleys Podcast on Instagram: ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Learn more a...

May 14, 202544 min

I Bring Wet Wipes With Me Everywhere

James moans about ‘wasted’ dreams. The pair reminisce about boxsets plus debate which Disney character would be the best in bed. And with festival season soon upon us, the guys explain why listening to music in the mud simply isn't for them. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ nordvpn.com/thebuckleys Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by drop...

May 07, 202548 min

I'm Saving You From Sounding Like An Idiot

James and Clair attempt some emotional spring cleaning, Joe Hart wrecks the Buckleys set and the Monster Munch shape debate rages on with a listener spilling some insider secrets. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ nordvpn.com/thebuckleys Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out The Buckleys on TikTo...

Apr 30, 202549 min

Oooh Friend...Inbetweeners Special pt.2

Inbetweeners special pt.2 with Joe Thomas! The friends rabbited on so much we needed a part 2. James and Joe respond to listeners Inbetweeners questions and stories, share what scenes they found the funniest to film, and give a rousing rendition of Carli's nursery rhyme and the Inbetweeners theme song. Joe also helps weigh in on some Buckleys laws. Including whether umbrellas, 'fun sized' items and subtitles should be banned. EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal ➼ nordvpn.com/thebuckleys Try it risk-free now ...

Apr 29, 202549 min

Oooh Friend...Inbetweeners Special pt.1

It’s an Inbetweeners special! Joe Thomas plonks himself down on the Buckleys orange sofa for a catch-up with James and Clair. Expect toilet talk (obviously), lingering Robot Wars trauma, and some behind-the-scenes gold from The Inbetweeners themselves. Let’s just hope Clair can keep these two in check… Listen or watch new episodes every Thursday. You can be a part of the podcast too by emailing your messages to: ⁠thebuckleys@platformmedia.u⁠k or by dropping us a DM ⁠@thebuckleyspod⁠ Check out Th...

Apr 16, 202559 min
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