Just like Forever, the podcast hiatus is OVERRRRRR and we are kicking off Season 4 in style with an episode focusing on the girl group with possibly one of the finest singles discography in the history of pop - and definitely the best Megamix - The Saturdays! Founder member of #TeamSats Carl joins me to take me through the story and discography of the group, and as always we have some News, Recommendations and another appearance from my Mam. Thanks for listening, and enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:15 Hi to...
Sep 16, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Baby, we're turning back the hands of time to talk about 30 years of LOUISE! My friend Simon joins me to discuss his love of Lil' Lou over the years, take me through her discography and tell me all about her recent London show. Plus, our Kylie correspondent Damien returns to have a catch-up about the phenomenon that is Padam Padam. As well as that, we have our regular features like TGPL News, Who Have You Met That's Famous?, we give our Recommendations and my Mam dials in from her holiday. Enjoy...
Jun 09, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 9
I went to Eurovision for the first time ever this year so of COURSE I had to talk about it! Previous guests Freddy (Stricly Come Dancing) and John (Eurovision 2022) join me to go over the incredible week we had in Liverpool and reflect on the how the Contest played out - plus James from the Steps episode dials in with his own experiences working on Eurovision this year. Enjoy!
May 21, 2023•57 min
It's the ACTUAL most wonderful time of the year, and the podcast is back to take a deep dive into all things Eurovision 2023! Eurofan Tyron joins me to talk about his love for the Contest over the years, what makes a good/bad year, the highs and lows of this year's lineup and we reveal the results of the TGPL jury! As always, there's some News and Recommendations too - and my Mam is back as well, of course! Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 3:25 Hi to Tyron 5:40 TGPL News 16:50 Eurovision 2023 Deep Dive 1:09:40...
Apr 28, 2023•1 hr 20 min•Season 3Ep. 8
I'm telling you to loosen up your buttons and get your claws into another episode of TGPL, this time focusing on the six and only (membership number may vary at any given time) Pussycat Dolls! My friend Lukas joins me to chat about his love for the group and take me through the story of their career - so far... Also, I catch up with our S Club 7 correspondent Paul about this week's exciting developments and we hear from another previous guest Aoife re the Rihanna Superbowl Half-Time Show! And as...
Feb 17, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Season 3Ep. 7
It's time for some wibbly-wobbly, timey-wimey stuff on the podcast as my friend Chris joins me to talk about his love for Doctor Who! I am his naive companion as he guides me through the evolution of the show (particularly since its return in 2005) and counts down his favourite episodes with much more miscellaneous Whovian chat besides! Plus we have an update from our Tomb Raider correspondent Rik, and as always there's a Quiz, some Recommendations and an appearance from my Mam! Enjoy! 0:00 Intr...
Feb 03, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Season 3Ep. 6
It's Episode 30 which is A CAUSE for celeBRATION, and my friend of many years Aoife joins me to talk about our shared love for Mariah Carey, specifically looking at the period from 2001 (Glitter) to 2008 (E=MC²). We chat about our general feelings on each album, pick our favourite tracks, the ones we'd skip, and there are lots of other such festive moments besides. As always we have TGPL News, Recommendations and my Mam is back at the end of course. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 1:50 Hi to Aoife 4:10 TGPL N...
Jan 20, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Season 3Ep. 5
AAAHHHHH DO YA DO YA DO YA FEEL THE POWER of Eternal? With 2023 marking the 30th anniversary of their debut single Stay, Eternal stan Olly joins me for this episode to tell me about his love for the group and take me through their career and discography. We chat about each album, the lineup changes, cover some Unpopular Opinions and of course Olly takes on the Quiz. Plus our Sugababes correspondent Cliff is back for a quick chat about the surprise release of The Lost Tapes, and my Mam is back as...
Jan 06, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Season 3Ep. 4
IT'S CHRISTMAS MALCOLM and we're taking the opportunity to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Spice World (aka Spiceworld) The Movie, released of course on St. Stephen's Day also known in some territories as Boxing Day in 1997. I'm delighted to invite two previous guests back to the TGPL, namely Dan from Episode 1 (Spice Girls) and Paul from Episode 21 (S Club 7). We talk about their love for the film, and they count down their favourite moments and quotes! There's a Quiz which is a bit different...
Dec 23, 2022•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Hey kitty girls! We've talked about Drag Race a lot in TGPL News but now it's time for its very own dedicated episode! Drag Race superfan Johnny joins me to tell me his thoughts on the franchise as a whole and how it's changed over the years, plus we reveal our favourite seasons and queens. As always, we have some News and Recommendations and my Mam is back with her thoughts on the show... kind of. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:30 Hi to Johnny 4:45 TGPL News 13:45 Drag Race Deep Dive 1:07:30 Recommendatio...
Dec 09, 2022•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 2
We're back with a big glittery bang for Season 3 as we cover the mighty STEPS! New friend of the pod and Steps stan James joins me to talk about his history with the group and why he loves them so much, guiding me though their career to date and of course tackling the Quiz as well as some Unpopular Opinions from our listeners. Plus, we have updates on Neighbours and Taylor Swift from previous TGPL guests, and of course my Mam is back as well. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:15 Hi to James 4:45 TGPL News 11:...
Nov 25, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Hiyaaa! We're back with an Update Special, as there have been several significant developments with a few of our episode themes. I've invited my guests from five episodes back to discuss what's been happening with Sugababes, Neighbours, ABBA (with a very special additional guest!), Eurovision and Kate Bush. Plus my Mam is here with her thoughts on it all. The podcast will be back for Season 3 SOON. In the meantime, enjoy! 1:25 Sugababes 19:35 Neighbours 32:35 ABBA 48:40 Eurovision 1:07:35 Kate B...
Aug 12, 2022•1 hr 26 min•Season 2Ep. 13
Sadly, it's time to wave goodbye to the residents of Ramsay Street after 37 years and we're marking the occasion with a Neighbours Farewell Special. My guest Kyle joins me to talk about his love for the show throughout his life, how it's evolved over the years, his favourite storylines and lots more. As always there's a bit of TGPL News too, our Recommendations - and of course another appearance from my Mam. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 1:35 Hi to Kyle 4:15 TGPL News 9:45 Neighbours Deep Dive 54:10 Recomme...
Jul 22, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 12
GOOD EVENING EUROPE! The podcast is back with a Eurovision 2022 special, where my guest and ESC superfan John tells me about his long-standing love of the contest and what he makes of this year's selection. Plus we reveal the results of the TGPL Eurovision jury, we hear from last year's Eurovision correspondent David in Osaka, and my Mam gives her verdict on this year's songs too. Enjoy!! 0:00 Intro 2:30 Hi to John 4:25 TGPL News 12:30 Eurovision 2022 Deep Dive 1:01:20 Recommendations Follow Joh...
May 06, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 11
Wow x4: it's the last episode of our second season and we're covering the undeniable pop icon that is Kylie Minogue! My friend and Kylie superfan Damien joins me to take me through her career to date as we talk about all the albums, most of the singles, her best b-sides and plenty more besides. As usual, we discuss some other bits in TGPL News, give our Recommendations and of course my Mam is back with her thoughts on Kylie! Thanks so much for listening to the podcast this season - and hope you ...
Jan 21, 2022•1 hr 25 min•Season 2Ep. 10
Do you like scary podcasts? Well this isn't one sorry but we are talking about the deeply iconic Scream franchise! Scream superfan and Sidney Prescott stan Marcus joins me to discuss why he loves the films so much, what he's hoping for from the new instalment, his Top 5 supporting characters and a whole lot more - plus we get you up to speed on the story so far! As always we talk about some other stuff in TGPL News, give our Recommendations and my Mam will be back as usual! Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:0...
Jan 07, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 9
We're getting semi-festive for our Christmas Special in episode 21 as we discuss all things S Club 7, only occasionally getting derailed slightly by mine and my friend Paul's long-standing... support (?) for one member in particular. We go over the group's career and discuss our favourite singles, album tracks and b-sides - including one all-time Christmas classic. Plus as always we chat about other pop culture bits in TGPL News, give our Recommendations, and of course my Mam is back with her S ...
Dec 24, 2021•1 hr 21 min•Season 2Ep. 8
It's episode TWENTY and although we don't acknowledge the passing of time, I thought we should mark this anniversary with another Mariah moment! This time, my friend Matt and I take a look at the period from Honey in 1997 to Loverboy in 2001. He tells me why this is his favourite part of Mariah's career and we discuss our thoughts on the Butterfly, #1s and Rainbow eras - plus the unforgettable single that is Loverboy! As always, we chat about other pop culture bits too in TGPL News, give our Rec...
Dec 10, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 7
QUIET!! I have never in my life yelled in a description like this! In Episode 19 we're taking a deep dive into one of the most iconic reality shows of the 2000s, America's Next Top Model! My friend Mike joins me to go over the ups and downs of the series, and we discuss our favourite contestants, Tyra's most unhinged moments and some of the darker moments of the show. Plus as always, we chat about the latest entertainment news, have a Quiz, give our Recommendations - and my Mam is back with anot...
Nov 26, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 6
Attention all Swifties! My friend Chris joins me for episode 18 to talk about his love for the one and only Taylor Alison Swift; we chat about why he connects with her music so much as well as her LGBTQ+ appeal and he guides me through her career to date. Plus, we discuss our Top 5 Taylor tracks, chat about some entertainment news, and a whole lot more - including a review of the new ABBA album from Peter, my guest from episode 17. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 4:30 Hi to Chris 9:00 TGPL News 19:00 Taylor S...
Nov 12, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Voulez-vous an episode about ABBA? Well good because that's what this is. My friend and ABBA stan Peter joins me to talk about his love for the Swedish supergroup, the evolution of their career, our favourite songs of theirs - and his excitement for the imminent new album and virtual concerts! Plus as always we've got some chat about other pop culture-y things in TGPL News, a Quiz and of course another contribution from my Mam - with some special guest stars this time. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 3:00 Hi ...
Oct 29, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Tank tops and khaki shorts at the ready as the very talented illustrator and Lara Croft superfan Rik joins me for episode 16 to discuss all things Tomb Raider! We chat about the development of the character and the game franchise - and of course the films. Plus we discuss the LGBTQ+ appeal that Lara's escapades hold, some of the iconic villains of the series and a whole lot more, including Rik's illustration work, Drag Race, Little Mix and, inevitably, Jade Ewen. Oh and naturally there's another...
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 3
They got the mustard ooouuuuuut! It's episode 15 of TGPL and my guest, screenwriter and fan of all things spooky Michael Lee Richardson, joins me to discuss his all-time favourite TV show: Buffy the Vampire Slayer. We talk about its LGBTQ+ appeal, the journey of the show over its seven seasons, its lasting impact and our favourite episodes. Plus we chat some Drag Race, Dragula and plenty more besides. We also have updates from our Britney and Strictly correspondents and of course an appearance b...
Oct 01, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Go girls g-g-go-go-go! TGPL is back for Season 2 and we're kicking things off with a Girls Aloud special. My friend Cliff makes a return appearance to talk about his favourite group of all time and to pay tribute to and celebrate the memory of Girl's Aloud inimitable rock chick, Sarah Harding. We also chat a bit of Sugababes, Drag Race and more - plus my Mam is back with her take on the leaders of the pack. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 1:50 Hi to Cliff 8:05 TGPL News 14:00 Girls Aloud Deep Dive 1:10:20 Rec...
Sep 17, 2021•1 hr 20 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Eurovision is BACK and so is the podcast! We briefly return from hiatus to get in the Eurovision mood with my friend David, who joins me from Osaka to talk about our all-time favourite entries, discuss what we like most about the contest and give our takes on this year's batch of songs. As always, we've got some TGPL News, Recommendations - and my Mam is back with her thoughts on all things Eurovision too. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 2:40 Hi to David 6:40 TGPL News 9:40 Eurovision Deep Dive 50:55 Recommen...
May 07, 2021•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 13
We're going back to school for episode 12 (also the season finale!) as we take a deep dive into my favourite film of all time, Grease 2. My friend and fellow Stephanie Zinone fan Chris joins me to discuss why we love it so much, our thoughts on its appeal to the LGBTQ community and our favourite moments from the film - plus Chris tells me about his other great passion in life. And of course, we've got more TGPL News, Recommendations and another appearace from my Mam! Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 4:30 Hi to...
Mar 19, 2021•1 hr 13 min•Season 1Ep. 12
We're going direkt till final for episode 11 as we take a deep dive into the Swedish pop phenomenon that is Melodifestivalen; it's their Eurovision selection show - and a whole lot more. My friend and Melfest superfan Sebastian joins me to discuss his love of the contest, our favourite entries... and Rosie Ribbons. Plus we have TGPL News, our Recommendations and of course my Mam is back to have her say. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 1:55 Hi to Sebastian 4:45 TGPL News 10:50 Melodifestivalen Deep Dive 1:07:3...
Mar 05, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 11
Dahhhling, we've reached episode TEN! To celebrate this mini-milestone, I wanted to talk about my all-time fave, the legendary singer and songwriter Mariah Carey. Her career is too extensive to squeeze into one episode though so it's the first in a series, looking at the early years, from the debut to Daydream. My friend Ben joins me to lamb out over MC, and there's the usual News & Recommendations too. Plus, my Mam is back and some former guests have updates on previous episode themes! Enjo...
Feb 19, 2021•1 hr 24 min•Season 1Ep. 10
HEATHCLIFF! It's episode 9 and it's time to take a deep dive into the wonderful world of Kate Bush. She's an absolute icon to so many in the LGBTQ+ community, but has kind of passed me by... until now. My friend Rob joins me to talk about his love for her work and guide us through her fascinating career to date. Plus as always, we've got some TGPL News, Recommendations and another appearance from my Mam. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 1:55 Hi to Rob 4:15 TGPL News 12:00 Kate Bush Deep Dive 1:07:00 Recommenda...
Feb 05, 2021•1 hr 17 min•Season 1Ep. 9
We're geeking out in episode 8 as my friend and comic book fan Pierce joins me for a deep dive into his favourite Marvel property, the X-Men. We chat about the comics, animated series, films and the future for the mutants now they're about to join the MCU proper. Plus, we talk Drag Race, Olivia Rodrigo and WandaVision in TGPL News, give our Recommendations and as always my Mam is back with her final word on the topic of the episode. Enjoy! 0:00 Intro 3:50 Hi to Pierce 7:35 TGPL News 12:55 X-Men ...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 8
