Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster Joy Crookes
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Nov 12, 2025 
Joy Crookes, a Mercury Prize and Brit Award-nominated singer-songwriter, joins the hosts to discuss her new album, Juniper, and her unforgettable Glastonbury set. They dive into humorous anecdotes, including stage mishaps and childhood memories involving leeches! Joy tackles the concept of 'performative males' while sharing her sparkling water preferences. She presents a nostalgic menu featuring Iberico ham and a Richmond sausage butty, alongside a simple but charming dessert of sprinkle cake with lukewarm custard. Get ready for laughs and heartfelt stories!
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Leech Rescue At A Canadian Lake
- Joy Crookes pulled a leech off a friend at a Canadian lake without using salt and tossed it back into the water.
- She describes the lake as full of leeches and snapping turtles, making swimming a risky party activity.
Live Shows Reveal Recording Gaps
- Joy tests songs live and sometimes discovers better arrangements during rehearsals and tours.
- She sees live performance as a place to refine recordings and add parts she wished she'd included in studio.
Nirvana Unplugged's Lasting Impact
- Joy recalls Nirvana's Unplugged as a formative live-recording example that highlights raw voice and riffs.
- She credits her father's influence and the power of stripped-down arrangements revealing song strength.