RHLSTP with Richard Herring

Matt Green discusses working with Idris Elba and Sacha Baron-Cohen, sitting in a car for six hours with Harvey Keitel, playing a corpse in the Cambridge Footlights, being a boyish boy, a drive-by egging, Brexit tweet leading to supermarkets discussion, improving Direct Line adverts, introduction of the tofu hand, and Rich attempting rapping with mixed results.

Richard Herring is joined by Tim Key, a man who Steve Coogan finds funny, to discuss Tim's latest anthology of poetry, 'Chapters'. They delve into the mystery of being funny, Tim's self-publishing journey, and the truth and beauty in his work. Tim reads a couple of poems, shares supernatural anecdotes, and talks about his experience with cancer and making films. They also express gratitude to sponsors Nordstrom and Sandra Boynton.

Star-studded funny people including Adam Buxton, Sue Perkins, Mr and Mrs Coren-Mitchell, and Rebecca Front discuss whether they would prefer a hand made of ham or an armpit that dispenses sun cream. They explore the limitations, practicality, and personal preferences of each option, engaging in a lively debate and sharing personal anecdotes.

Comedian Harriet Kemsley joins Richard Herring to discuss the perils of dyspraxia and allergies, doing a roast battle with her partner, and why she did a podcast about crying. They delve into the theory that life is a simulation or a dream. Harriet shares stories of falling and head injuries, allergies and dangers of needles, and her personal encounters with ghosts. They also touch on quiz shows, the speaker's condition of afantasia, and end the podcast with a playful conversation.

Richard Herring's final podcast episode features genius stand-up comedian Simon Munnery, who had the idea of doing a show about his testicular cancer before Herring. They talk about chemotherapy, lack of information about testicular cancer, and the impact on masculinity. They also discuss the theory of giraffe's long necks and share regrets and listener emails. A lively chapter includes jokes about Jupiter, product sponsorships, and live show announcements.

Richard Armitage, actor turned novelist, discusses his gripping thriller Geneva, its origins as an audiobook, his writing process, and why he chose to write about big Pharma and Alzheimers. They also explore topics like AI, car accidents, and resentment in relationships. The chapter ends with discussions on adapting the book to a movie, writing scenes for acting, and excitement for the next book.

Neil Fitzmaurice, known for his work on shows like Phoenix Nights, The Office, and Peep Show, discusses terrifying David Mitchell, being heckled by Samuel L Jackson, almost ending up with a major role in The Crown, and the trauma of Hillsborough. They also talk about the challenges of balancing an acting career with personal life, the cathartic power of laughter, and the joy of performing stand-up comedy live in Liverpool after lockdown.

In this episode, Richard Herring interviews his oncologist, discusses testicular cancer treatment and decision-making, preservation of removed body parts, causes and development of testicular cancer, charity for cancer research and diagnostics, and shares personal experience with testicular pain and swelling.

Simon Farnaby, who has performed with and dug up monarchs, talks about not making Christmas TV tie-ins soulless cash grabs, creating historical documents for ghosts, turning Paddington from a U into a PG, and offending the people of Scotland. He also shares his experiences working on 'Mindhorn' and a short-lived TV show. Plus, his remarkable career and funny incidents on various TV shows.

#471 Gravy Train - Richard finds himself in an unseasonably sweltering Liverpool, at the Playhouse and is joined the the city in human form, Peter Hooton from the Farm. They talk about stealing Joe Strummer’s bananas, tipping over Piers Morgan’s car, how “The End” fanzine came about, why getting a band’s name right might not be that important, Tony Wilson’s funeral and why Peter didn’t end up becoming a priest.Come and see RHLSTP on tour http://richardherring.com/rhlstpSUPPORT THE SHOW!Watch our TWITCH CHANNELSee extra content at our WEBSITE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.