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RHLSTP with Richard Herring
Retro RHLSTP 63- Alex Horne
Oct 9, 2023
Multi-talented genius Alex Horne, creator of Taskmaster, joins Richard Herring. Topics include sitting bare-arsed on a cake, Tim Key's kindle secrets, haircuts costs, and the first rule of Taskmaster. They also discuss defeating a tea-pot coveting old woman on Countdown, forgotten sports, bootleg recordings, mistaken identity, cake sitting fetish, experiences at the hairdressers, meeting the Pope, and thoughts on Taskmaster contestants.
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- Alex Horne gained recognition for sitting on a cake covered in confectioners' cream during Taskmaster, which became a fetishized task
- Chesham, where Alex Horne lives, is known for its mixed TV and phone reception due to its location in a valley
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Sitting on a Cake: A Memorable Task on Taskmaster
During an episode of Taskmaster, Alex Horn was tasked with sitting on a cake. The task required him to remove his trousers and pants and sit on a cake covered in confectioners' cream. The experience was both enjoyable and mucky, and it became a recognized fetish, with many people contacting Alex about it. The cake sitting task prompted discussions about the nuances of the show and whether tasks should be suggested by fans. While Alex has been resistant to fan suggestions, some recent ideas have been intriguing, although he is unsure about incorporating them into the show.
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