Episode 215
Welsh, Punjabi & Bumzone
Show broadcast on 14 April 2018
Elis James sends texts to John Robins in complete confidence: John Robins broadcasts them to the nation. It's why this show just WORKS. A brilliant show which will tell you why John is meek and why Elis is the best guy to go to if you're unsure of which historic football memorabilia to buy for a loved one's birthday. All that plus the Humblebrags, John's Shame Well & some brilliant Emails from the gorgeous PCDs.
John's introduction of Elis
"To my left, the defending Commonwealth Games bronze medalist in the hay weave. A traditional sport in Bangor, the hay weave dates back to the mid-18th century where farm hands would make protective head gear to save them from the persistent drizzle. When asked if he had gold in his sights, James replied "Oh no, Mam wouldn't like that, far too much fuss. Bronze will do for me.""
Conversations and riffs
John divulges an insight into Elis' approach to parenting that was told to him off-air in strict confidence.
John Robins' Henry Rollins problem.
Elis James' Light-Hearted Paper Review
Elis' selection of humorous stories from this week's newspapers.
Britain is going to be sunny and warm this week. Shampooing tips. John knows his zones
John's Shame Well
John frees another listener of their shame.
Exposing your bum to your boss via the medium of last name night's office security camera footage.
Made-Up Games
Listeners suggest made-up games that Elis and John can play.
An impromptu game of Potato Potato in Welsh and Punjabi.
Que tiempo hacien?: Choose a place in the world and the other person has to guess what the weather is doing there right now (based on the hourly forecast on a popular weather website/app). There are quite a lot of rules.
Tick Off a Taste
The gang try a new taste sensation sent in by a listener.
Punjabi boiled sweets lead Elis on a trip down memory lane. They're fruit-flavoured but with a spicy surprise.
The 'Keep It Session' Sessions
A special section at the end of the podcast for music recommendations.
The Move (Elis)