
Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip
Distraction Pieces with Scroobius Pip is one of the UK's biggest and longest running independent podcasts.Previous guests include Michael Fassbender, Mary J Blige, Stephen Graham, Florence Pugh, Spike Lee, Lena Headey, Stewart Lee, Kathy Burke, Dizzee Rascal, Aisling Bea, Kano, Adam Buxton, Vicky McClure, Peter Capaldi, Michaela Coel, Louis Theroux, Tim Key and many more.Available on acast, iTunes and all podplaces. Download, subscribe, rate & review now! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 29, 2023 • 58min
Josh Pugh • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #529
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by comic excellence and ace human being JOSH PUGH!One of those geniunely organic episodes which seems to form from the ground up and find a rhythm and pace all of its own. A lovely look into the mind of Josh, who specialises in comedy and standup but with a very social approach, which feels like it stems from his work in the social sector over the years. That comes up later which is fascinating and really great to hear about, but expect to hear everything from the other points of his life, including his recent Fringe work in progress run, to the origins and roots in comedy, vision impairment, social media, people who "crack the algorithm" and all the other things it takes to be a part of the comedy world. Great stuff, and very inspiring. Enjoy!ALSO - Pip indicates this in the intro but just in case, there's a little 5 minute bonus with Blindboy around halfway through the ep. All will make sense. And it's much fun.DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureTWITTERINSTAGRAMONLINEALL LINKSSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 22, 2023 • 51min
Shaggy • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #528
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by dancehall champion and superstar reggae musician SHAGGY!Very broadly speaking, a lot of you will know Shaggy as Mr Boombastic, or the guy who did Oh Carolina and It Wasn't Me. But dig a little deeper and there are worlds of releases and shows and all sorts of stories from the past that are just too exciting and interesting to pass up on... And that's what makes this last minute convo with Pip and Shaggy so awesome! It's the stories behind the hits that are amazing, and the historical signifigance of them too. But in that world, of course there will be all kinds of run-ins, collabos, tales and amazing anecdotes, and Shaggy delivers on all counts. So whether you're a full on dancehall reggae appreciator or someone who remembers the name, don't miss this one - it's super entertaining and a fascinating trip from start to end.DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureINSTAGRAMONE FINE DAY FESTIVAL w/ STINGSPOTIFYKENNY DOPE & SHAGGY (Buddy's pick!)OH CAROLINAIT WASN'T MEBOOMBASTICSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 15, 2023 • 60min
Open Mike Eagle • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #527
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by rapper, podcaster, producer, showmaker and all round multi-hyphenate OPEN MIKE EAGLE!This one's what they call a kinda 'special request' episode, where - to break the 4th wall - I (Buddy ✌🏼) suggested to Pip about getting Mike on again. Mike's been on before but YEARRRS ago and while his episode is obviously well worth checking, this is the more up to date one being a good 8 years after! And so much has happened in those years... New albums, a podcast network containing a bunch of series of awesome podcasts, a show, Twitch, a pandemic, and to quote Mike, "anime, trauma and divorce". Not all of these are in this episode but ya know, it all goes in the stew somewhere doesn't it. A lovely episode and Mike's always a treat - expect a good old fashioned catch up with many tangents within. ENJOY! And listen to all the stuff - and Mike's on Patreon too, links are below >>>DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureBANDCAMPINSTAGRAMYOUTUBETWITTERALL THE LINKSSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 8, 2023 • 1h 4min
Lou Sanders • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #526
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by comic, podcaster and writer LOU SANDERS!A treat for sure, as always with Lou, as we catch up on a bunch of life stuff and cool happenings in her world including healers, spiritual goings on, her past life as a band member, face biting, book writing, growing up in Thanet, sweat lodges, cultural appropriation, marriage and relationships, the concept of 'enough', living a playboy lifestyle and memory. A ton to dive into and all mixed seamlessly like a conversation mixtape. Wonderful stuff - enjoy, and catch Lou's book too - just read it quickly before she digs you out about how long you're taking 'kay?DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureLOU ONLINEINSTAGRAMTWITTERWHAT'S THAT LADY DOING? FALSE STARTS & HAPPY ENDINGSSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 1, 2023 • 1h 7min
Josie Long • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #525
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined for the second time in many years by comic star and friend of the show JOSIE LONG!It's been a bunch of years since Josie last joined the Distraction Pieces Podcast, and only through reasons of busy-ness and life's carousel is it that we haven't seen a return for a bit. Well it's a welcome reunion as, with all reunion episodes, so much life has happened in the interviening years. Josie's now a 2x mother, and has had a film out (both incidents we are brought up to speed on), but there's a bunch of other bits and pieces too. Existential and present, political and social, interior and exterior, neurotypical and neurodiverse, and swimming! Prepare to catch up on all of it, as Josie brings the uniquely great energy and green lights to the table. ENJOY!DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureJOSIE ONLINETWITTERARTS EMERGENCYJOSIE'S NEW BOOKTWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 25, 2023 • 45min
Sasha Lane • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #524
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the truly fabulous acting star SASHA LANE!By now you will have surely seen at least one of Sasha's starring roles in Loki, American Honey, How To Blow Up A Pipeline or presently The Crowded Room - but if not, you'll absolutely want to go and check on what Sasha's up to after hearing this chat. While mainly focusing on the matter at hand which is the last two projects (Pipeline and Crowded, for brevity), you'll hear a ton about Sasha's process, working relationships and working boundaries, and all that comes with the work on screen. There's such a lot happening on said screen and behind the scenes so it's great to get an honest perspective on things, which is what Sasha truly delivers.* BUDDY NOTE!The sound on Sasha's side is a little tricky sometimes and at worst, a little hard to make out. I've done a fair job and retained what I could, but this was the only option we had - luckily our ears are tough little things and can get used to this sort of stuff, but apologies for a slightly less easy listen than you've become accustomed to. Just wanted to let you know that's all. XXDON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureTHE CROWDED ROOMSASHA ON IMDBCROWDED ROOM TRAILERINSTAGRAMTWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2023 • 48min
Grassroots Music Venue Special • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #523
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by SAM DABB of Newport's finest venue LE PUB!Being that this is a Grassroots Music Venue Special, who better than to Sam to join Pip to talk about everything that is truly unique, awesome, and hugely important about indie music venues. As you'll hear, Sam has been on a huge lifelong journey with music facilitation, promotion and production, and it is people like this who build up the arts and creative culture to be what it is. You'll hear everything about the mission, the passion, the quest and all that is important and inspiring about these places, as well as what the National Lottery intitatives bring to the table too. It's massive - there are so many reasons why their involvement is crucial and it allows for tons of opportunities, so definitely make sure you peep this ep - massively inspirational and exciting stuff right here. ENJOY!This episode is made in partnership with the National Lottery.DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureLE PUBINSTAGRAMLINKSUNITED BY MUSIC (National Lottery)SCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 18, 2023 • 1h 14min
Lloyd Griffith • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #522
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the Grimsby comic legend LLOYD GRIFFITH!You'll know Lloyd from hus various outings and aboutings, and maybe more prominently from Soccer AM - but that is far from the extent of Lloyd's talents of course. You might catch him out on the road casually tearing down arenas with Jack Whitehall, of which you'll hear all about right here - including some very pertinent thoughts on the actual realistics of playing huge venues as opposed to smaller ones. In fact you'll hear a lot of this, various thoughts and perspectives on comedy and the behind the scenes of it all that you don't really hear a lot of. There's also some very interesting Edinburgh Fringe stuff too which offers a lot that you might not hear in the usual spots. And community, and football. Anyway - enjoy it all, and if you don't know Lloyd yet, as always with Distraction Pieces, prepare to make a new pal. Enjoy!DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureONLINEINSTAGRAMIMDBTWITTERFIT & PROPER PODCASTSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 11, 2023 • 47min
Pom Klementieff • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #521
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the amazing action superstar POM KLEMENTIEFF!An absolute treat of an episode as we meet Pom in full fighting form, ready for a full on packed conversation branching out onto so much of her inspiring career but leaving enough for next time too! Basically - the surface is scratched but the iceberg has much below the surface, to smash a couple of metaophors together. Pom's been involved in a lot of cinema and always delivers huge performances, obviously including Mission: Impossible - Dead Reckoning, but along with the Guardians films, Suicide Squad, Westworld and loads more. Everything including process, hopes and dreams, basketball games with Spike Lee, working with Simon Pegg and Tom Cruise, and SO much more. Seriously - if you don't know Pom yet, get to know. A great one! DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureMISSION: IMPOSSIBLEINSTAGRAMIMDBTWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 4, 2023 • 1h 12min
Rhys James • Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #520
Welcome, welcome, welcome to the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip!This week Pip is joined by the excellent and always funny comic RHYS JAMES!You'll have encountered Rhys on a variety of TV goodies over the years, and surely have caught a live show or two along the way, but this is a perfect chance to join in on a catch up with he and Pip in good old fashioned podcast form. It's a great one which branches out onto all sorts of tangents as a good podcast is known to do, from process, to live shows, to the eternal conflict of the advertsing dollar versus artistic integrity, to the Fringe, to the effects of blowing up on TV and how it shapes an audience, and just about everything in between. A proper in depth one and super fun, and lovely to hear Rhys quoting Pip tracks along the way too! Who could be mad at that. ENJOY!DON'T FORGET PIP ON PATREON if you're of a supporting natureONLINEINSTAGRAMIMDBYOUTUBETWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITCHSCROOBIUS PIP on INSTAGRAMSCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTERSCROOBIUS PIP on PATREONSCROOBIUS PIP on IMDBPOD BIBLE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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