
THE ADAM BUXTON PODCAST
British comedian Adam Buxton talks with interesting people. The rambly conversations are sometimes funny, sometimes more serious with funny bits. Adam makes the jingles and records the intros and outros for most episodes while walking with his dog friend Rosie in the East Anglian countryside where he lives with his wife and three children.Adam has appeared in films such as Hot Fuzz, Stardust and Son Of Rambow as well as a variety of TV shows in the UK. Since 2007 he has hosted BUG, a live show that combines music videos and comedy that became a TV series on Sky Atlantic in 2012. From time to time he also does live shows featuring just his own material. Along with lifelong friend Joe Cornish, he also is one half of the award-winning TV, radio and podcast duo Adam and Joe.You can find many of the jingles Adam makes for the podcast as well as bonus material and a selection of Adam's YouTube videos on his website: adam-buxton.co.ukYes, Adam is writing this himself using the third person. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

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Mar 10, 2024 • 1h 21min
EP.223 - JESSICA KNAPPETT
British actor Jessica Knappett discusses making sitcoms, organ exploding stress, Yorkshire song origins, energy balls, and fixing the world with love in a hilarious chat with Adam Buxton.

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Mar 4, 2024 • 1h 24min
EP.222 - GEORGE MONBIOT
Adam and George Monbiot discuss harmful farming practices, boarding schools' impact, changing views on nuclear power, and sources of hope. They chat about cider-making, kayaking, and emotional resilience. The conversation covers family dynamics, trauma from boarding school, and the need for sustainable farming practices.

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Feb 26, 2024 • 58min
EP.221 - TIM HEIDECKER
Tim Heidecker discusses early influences, non-comedy music, Bob Dylan, and antagonizing the alt-right. They cover Randy Newman, Beatles history, critiquing American stand-up, and visual aesthetics. The conversation delves into comedy, music, and a movie about a secluded life in the desert.

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Feb 18, 2024 • 1h 11min
EP.220 - FRED ARMISEN
Fred Armisen shares hotel hacks, insights from hanging out with David Bowie's producer, and nerdy facts from David Byrne. They discuss Talking Heads, Paul McCartney, Portlandia sketches, SNL audition nerves, and New York accents.

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Feb 14, 2024 • 1h 11min
EP.219 - AYISHAT AKANBI
Ayishat Akanbi discusses changing the conversation around social justice, wokeness, and identity. The episode also covers self-discovery, language evolution, cultural values, and coping mechanisms. Adam solves mysteries from a Christmas podcast and discusses culture wars, hypocrisy, and therapy.

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Feb 6, 2024 • 1h 29min
EP.218 - WERNER HERZOG
Werner Herzog, legendary German filmmaker, talks about AI poetry, email etiquette, LA being like ancient Rome, a WWII soldier who hid in the jungle for 29 years, therapy, trauma, David Blaine, and going into orbit.

Dec 25, 2023 • 1h 47min
EP.217 - ADAM AND JOE LIVE @ ROYAL FESTIVAL HALL
Adam Buxton and Joe Cornish share festive waffle cake, Made Up Jokes, Eggcorns, and a Travelling Tale. They exchange audio gifts, including success tips and a live rendition of a Song Wars classic. They discuss homelessness, their involvement in Mission Impossible Dead Reckoning, the power of perseverance, misunderstandings, playful banter, and fan messages. They create a humorous song about the Queen's wishes for 2024 and promote Squarespace for setting up websites.

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Dec 5, 2023 • 1h 22min
EP.216 - JOE LYCETT
Joe Lycett, the British comedian and mischief maker, joins Adam to discuss live podcast shows, pranktivism, BBC balance, Werner Herzog's views on therapy, mopping debate, and Joe's evolution as a fine artist.

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Nov 27, 2023 • 44min
EP.215 - DAUDI MATSIKO
Adam Buxton chats with Daudi Matsiko, a British Ugandan singer-songwriter and guitarist. They discuss breaking free from cycles, gratitude for friends, and Daudi's upcoming album and live show. They also talk about supporting music making opportunities, the therapeutic value of music, and Fred Armisen's transition from punk bands to comedy.

Nov 21, 2023 • 1h 14min
EP.214 - MIKI BERENYI
Miki Berenyi, co-founder of Lush, talks about her unconventional upbringing, meeting pop idols, life on the road, and performing at the Lollapalooza tour. They also discuss private school experiences, complicated family dynamics, and intrusive conversation dynamics.