So far at The Moon Under Water we’ve played hosts to a wide range of creatives. Artists, poets, authors, brewers, thespians… and this week we’re delighted to be in the presence of one of the finest songwriters in the Other Realm. Making their way through the mists to create their dream pub… it’s Ezra Furman! Ezra has released 8 albums so far either as a solo artist or alongside her former band The Harpoons, and well as writing the incredible soundtrack for Sex Education. She also wrote a book ab...
Apr 04, 2022•58 min•Season 1Ep. 53
*This is part 2 of Greg James’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Everyone knows that Tony Blackburn invented the time check during his time presenting the breakfast show on Radio 1, but not many believed the practice would continue through to the present day. This week’s guest is currently manning the biggest breakfast show both in the Further AND Correct Realms, it’s Ra...
Mar 28, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 52
Everyone knows that Tony Blackburn invented the time check during his time presenting the breakfast show on Radio 1, but not many believed the practice would continue through to the present day. This week’s guest is currently manning the biggest breakfast show both in the Further AND Correct Realms, it’s Radio 1’s Greg James! Despite having to wake up at 4.30am every day Greg is still an avid pub-goer, and loves nothing more than nursing a post-show pint as the rest of the country starts their d...
Mar 28, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 52
*This is part 2 of Josh Widdicombe’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Every once in a while you’ll hear the name of a legendary Pinstman pass through the mists of The Moon Under Water. “Chiles… Kumar… Inch… Thompson…”. And if you listen closely you might just be able to make out the name of our next guest as their name echoes around the Correct Realm. Yes, your ears don’...
Mar 21, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 51
Every once in a while you’ll hear the name of a legendary Pinstman pass through the mists of The Moon Under Water. “Chiles… Kumar… Inch… Thompson…”. And if you listen closely you might just be able to make out the name of our next guest as their name echoes around the Correct Realm. Yes, your ears don’t deceive you; our next guest is the one and only Josh Widdicombe! Josh is known as one of the most accomplished pub-goers on earth. His unique approach to pub crawls is something that boggles the ...
Mar 21, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 51
*This is part 2 of Tommy Tiernan’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The great thing about The Moon Under Water is that it’s a place where you can create whatever type of drinking establishment you desire. What it looks, feels and sounds like is entirely up to the guest; as are the drinks that populate it. We get the feeling that this week’s guest might take a somewhat un...
Mar 15, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 50
The great thing about The Moon Under Water is that it’s a place where you can create whatever type of drinking establishment you desire. What it looks, feels and sounds like is entirely up to the guest; as are the drinks that populate it. We get the feeling that this week’s guest might take a somewhat unconventional route to creating their dream pub, but it’s important to remember that their choices are final. It’s comedian and actor Tommy Tiernan! Alongside performing stand up comedy for over 2...
Mar 15, 2022•41 min•Season 1Ep. 50
What's more warming; the embrace of a close friend or the clutch of a friendly tavern? In this one off podcast mashup for Red Nose Day, Cuddle Club host Lou Sanders joins John Robins and Robin Allender from The Moon Under Water to discuss all things hugs and pubs. You have the power to do something incredible this Red Nose Day. Whether it’s a little or a lot, the money you donate will help tackle poverty, take action against violence and bring an end to discrimination. Give now at comicrelief.co...
Mar 13, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 49
*This is part 2 of Jordan North’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The UK is widely considered the home of pubs, and though there are many places within the UK that lay claim to being the epicentre of pubs, it’s probably fair to say that the north is the place where you’ll find the highest concentration of top quality boozers. This week’s guest is the prodigal son of the...
Mar 07, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 48
The UK is widely considered the home of pubs, and though there are many places within the UK that lay claim to being the epicentre of pubs, it’s probably fair to say that the north is the place where you’ll find the highest concentration of top quality boozers. This week’s guest is the prodigal son of the north; so much so that he was named after it. It’s radio presenter Jordan North! Jordan presents the drive time show on Radio 1 alongside a former guest at The Moon Under Water Vick Hope. He’s ...
Mar 07, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 48
“Landlord John lines up the putt. If he can make this then he is sure to be crowned the winner of the Mists of Desire Open. The ball sways from left to right, it’s heading to the centre of the cup… and it’s in! John wins the most prestigious golfing tournament in the further realm, and he’s off to the bar to celebrate!”. No, The Moon Under Water doesn’t host it’s own golf tournament; but if it did it’d certainly feature this week’s guest. It’s Rick Shiels! Rick is the biggest golf influencer on ...
Feb 28, 2022•46 min•Season 1Ep. 47
“Landlord John lines up the putt. If he can make this then he is sure to be crowned the winner of the Mists of Desire Open. The ball sways from left to right, it’s heading to the centre of the cup… and it’s in! John win’s the most prestigious golfing tournament in the further realm, and he’s off to the bar to celebrate!”. No, The Moon Under Water doesn’t host it’s own golf tournament; but if it did it’d certainly feature this week’s guest. It’s Rick Shiels! Rick is the biggest golf influencer on...
Feb 28, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 47
*This is part 2 of Phil Wang’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The Moon Under Water has been lucky enough to play host to some of the greatest Pubsmen of all time. Those people that have experienced every type of establishment, no matter where or what it stocks. Phil is a comedian, writer, and host of the smash-hit podcast ‘BudPod’ (no, it’s not a rival beer-themed podc...
Feb 21, 2022•47 min•Season 1Ep. 46
The Moon Under Water has been lucky enough to play host to some of the greatest Pubsmen of all time. Those people that have experienced every type of establishment, no matter where it is or what it stocks. And we are delighted to welcome one such person into the 'Correct Realm' this week. It's Phil Wang! Phil is a comedian, writer, and host of the smash-hit podcast ‘BudPod’ (no, it’s not a rival beer-themed podcast). But most of all Phil is an expert on old-time pubs. He wants his pubs to be poo...
Feb 21, 2022•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 46
*This is part 2 of Scroobius Pip’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* As wordsmiths of the Further Realm Landlord John and Robin are both familiar with alehouse lexicon. Whether it be “Handeth me thyne flagon of ale good Sir” or “Pint of numbers please big man”, they understand that pubs and words go hand in hand. This week’s guest spent the early years of his career maste...
Feb 14, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 45
As wordsmiths of the Further Realm Landlord John and Robin are both familiar with alehouse lexicon. Whether it be “Handeth me thyne flagon of ale good Sir” or “Pint of numbers please big man”, they understand that pubs and words go hand in hand. This week’s guest spent the early years of his career mastering the art of writing and performance (though probably sounding less like a 15th century Lord), and we can’t wait to welcome him in: it’s Scroobius Pip! Scroobs is a podcaster, actor and former...
Feb 14, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 45
*This is part 2 of Sofie Hagen’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Though Denmark is known for being rather steep when it comes to alcohol pricing that hasn’t stopped it from producing some of the finest Pubgoers of all time. This week we are delighted to be in the presence of one such legend; it’s comedian, author, activist and podcaster Sofie Hagen! Sofie grew up in Den...
Feb 07, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 44
Though Denmark is known for being rather steep when it comes to alcohol pricing that hasn’t stopped it from producing some of the finest Pubgoers of all time. This week we are delighted to be in the presence of one such legend; it’s comedian, author, activist and podcaster Sofie Hagen! Sofie grew up in Denmark before making the UK her home a few years ago, and was quick to acclimatise herself in the best pubs this country has to offer. However, there’s one burning question that she has been aski...
Feb 07, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 44
*This is part 2 of Laura Thompson’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Authors play a huge role in maintaining pub lore. Their words help us understand what our favourite drinking establishments were like in years gone by, and give us a chance to relive what many would describe as the "golden years" of ale. This week's guest is one such author, it's the wonderful Laura Tho...
Jan 31, 2022•48 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Authors play a huge role in maintaining pub lore. Their words help us understand what our favourite drinking establishments were like in years gone by, and give us a chance to relive what many would describe as the "golden years" of ale. This week's guest is one such author, it's the wonderful Laura Thompson! Laura's book "The Last Landlady" already sits upon a shelf in the Pub Library, so we're over the moon with her joining us in the correct realm. Like John and Robin she is a true pub romanti...
Jan 31, 2022•1 hr 11 min•Season 1Ep. 43
Since we launched The Moon Under Water we've been offering a very special benefit to those who subscribe to our top tier on Patreon (Legends Under Water). Anyone who donates £8 a month to help support the pub is forever immortalised in one of our monthly Patrons' Poems, which is included in our bonus monthly episode Behind The Cellar Door (that's available to anyone who subscribes to the top two tiers!). Landlord John takes care of the lyrics, whilst Robin looks after the music; a bit like an ot...
Jan 27, 2022•1 hr
*This is part 2 of Oliver Peyton’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* In the other realm the UK is known the world over for its pubs. In fact, one could argue that it has the highest amount of good pubs per capita in the world (though we’re led to believe that Tefota in Tuvalu is a belter which might mean they take that crown). But our food has always been somewhat lacking...
Jan 24, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 42
In the other realm the UK is known the world over for its pubs. In fact, one could argue that it has the highest amount of good pubs per capita in the world (though we’re led to believe that Tefota in Tuvalu is a belter which might mean they take that crown). But our food has always been somewhat lacking on the world stage. That’s changing, and this week’s guest is someone that’s had the privilege of trying some of the best food Britain has to offer. It’s restaurateur Oliver Peyton! Oliver was a...
Jan 24, 2022•53 min•Season 1Ep. 42
So far the library has been stocked by over 40 books, each one detailing some aspect of the beauty of pubs (although to be fair some of those links have been quite tenuous). Our guest this week is someone whose writing sits atop one of the shelves at The Moon Under Water, it's author and genuine pub legend Pete Brown! After Emma Inch and Lily Waite before him, Pete is the third 'Beer Writer of the Year' to join us in the correct realm, and he is arguably Britain's most beloved writer of all thin...
Jan 17, 2022•1 hr 4 min•Season 1Ep. 41
So far the library has been stocked by over 40 books, each one detailing some aspect of the beauty of pubs (although to be fair some of those links have been quite tenuous). Our guest this week is someone whose writing sits atop one of the shelves at The Moon Under Water, it's author and genuine pub legend Pete Brown! After Emma Inch and Lily Waite before him, Pete is the third 'Beer Writer of the Year' to join us in the correct realm, and he is arguably Britain's most beloved writer of all thin...
Jan 17, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 41
*This is part 2 of Sindhu Vee’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* The humble pub is a place that is celebrated the world over. Whether it be an alehouse in Adelaide or a tavern in Tallinn each country seems to have it’s own publy traditions and styles that date back hundreds of years. Our guest this week is someone that has lived in a whole host of countries around the gl...
Jan 10, 2022•29 min•Season 1Ep. 40
The humble pub is a place that is celebrated the world over. Whether it be an alehouse in Adelaide or a tavern in Tallinn each country seems to have it’s own publy traditions and styles that date back hundreds of years. Our guest this week is someone that has lived in a whole host of countries around the globe and, as a result, has experienced many different types of drinking establishment. It’s comedian, writer and actor Sindhu Vee. Despite only taking up stand-up 10 years ago Sindhu has become...
Jan 10, 2022•45 min•Season 1Ep. 40
*This is part 2 of Dotun Adebayo’s episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* We’re lucky here at The Moon Under Water in that we don’t have a closing time: we’re open no matter what time of day it is, which means a pint is always available. However, the same can’t be said for all pubs. Most pubs call last orders at around midnight, and for the majority of the population that’s th...
Jan 03, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 39
We’re lucky here at The Moon Under Water in that we don’t have a closing time: we’re open no matter what time of day it is, which means a pint is always available. However, the same can’t be said for all pubs. Most pubs call last orders at around midnight, and for the majority of the population that’s the perfect time to head back home for their night of slumber. But what if you work through the night and finish your shift at 6am? Where do you head for your post-work pint? Well this week’s guest...
Jan 03, 2022•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 39
*This is part 2 of our Merry Pinstmas episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part 1 first or things might be slightly confusing* Monday 12th April 2021 is a day that will live long in the memory for pub lovers across all realms. The pub that we thought only exists in our minds, dreams and desires emerged from the mists and opened its door for the first time to welcome a whole host of guests to create their own dream pub for rea...
Dec 27, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 38
