Episode 198
Emotionally Allergic, Fundies and PubPlanet
Show broadcast on 16 December 2017
How quickly did John win Elis over? Find out in the 198th show. It was a stonking show with plenty of what we love most. Bags of shame, plenty of self reproach and a good deal of badinage. Did the lads enjoy the snow? What happens at the John Robins Christmas party? All this plus Humblebrags, John's own made up game and some hilarious emails.
John's introduction of Elis
"To my left a man who recent tests have shown to be a direct descendant of Blainaran, the Stout, first King of Cambria. Blainaran rose to power after defeating four kings of tribal lands in a thigh joust in 1090. He ruled for forty years before succumbing to a bout of Herdswainsman's Bile."
Conversations and riffs
Al Capone chat. Snowmageddon. Scatty John turning up late for a Radio X photo shoot.
Another tale of John meeting Brian May (for the fourth time).
John has realised he can claim a tax-free allowance of up to £150 towards hosting a Christmas party for his employees (himself).
Elis James' Light-Hearted Paper Review
Elis' selection of humorous stories from this week's newspapers.
Premier League footballer discovers ancient treasure under his new hotel. Daily Mirror offers money off shrubs. Owning a dog costs you £25k over a pet's typical lifetime.
John's Shame Well
John frees another listener of their shame.
Accidentally resuming the morning's earlier porn video on your mobile phone while trying to pay for your eye test at the opticians, with your girlfriend also present.
Made-Up Games
Listeners suggest made-up games that Elis and John can play.
Each pick an album and try to remember the track listing in order.
Email of the Species
Listeners' emails into the show.
Is email a modern day human right? Strange places people listen to the podcast: while attempting to set a new world record for the longest time pushing a lawn mower.
The 'Keep It Session' Sessions
A special section at the end of the podcast for music recommendations.
Seazoo (Elis)