BREAKING NEWS #11 - Election Announcement Special
This is the first of many Breaking News Election specials to come. I talk about why Rishi was man enough to announce it in the rain. Why Keir did it inside because he's old. And why none of the campaign will make any difference whatsoever to the outcome.  JOIN the Podcast Patreon and receive each episode early, AD-FREE & with bonus content https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  ...
27m May 23, 2024
27m
EP 250 - The Political Cynicality of Salmon Tandoori (with IAN STONE)
Had a very funny chat with my good friend Ian Stone. We discussed the strategic significance of Starmer's Salmon Tandoori. What kind of kid's book Liz Truss would write. Why topical comedy is harder now there are more lawyers. And whether kids should be taught to call it a 'dinkle' or a 'penis'.  JOIN the Podcast Patreon and receive each episode early, AD-FREE & with bonus content https://www.p...
45m May 22, 2024
45m
BREAKING NEWS #10 - Keir's Baby Steps
I review Labour's launch of their 'first steps' strategy to win the next election. There's some praise for Keir seeming less like a mortgage salesman, but also questions remain over how bad he is at answering questions. And of course there's still his voice, there'll always be his voice... Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Watch...
27m May 17, 2024
27m
EP 249 - Is Rishi saying there will be WAR? (with SIMON EVANS)
This week Simon Evans joins me to discuss whether Rishi's big speech was scaremongering or if it actually had some good points. I also go in pretty hard on human macademia nut Keir Starmer (there will be letters). We also discuss the Baby Reindeer controversy and if there are double standards at work because the stalker is female. The Patreon only section looks at celebs being boycotted for not...
42m May 15, 2024
42m
EP 248 - Flailing Rishicopter And a Harsh Lesson For Bud Light
This week I catch up on all the fallout from the local elections which seemed to get worse for the Tories the longer things went. I discuss whether Andy Street was harshly dealt with and if the Greens expected their victorious candidate in Leeds to say 'Allahu Akbar'. We also look at Bud Light rowing back from social justice issues and wonder if it's part of a wider trend. Support the Podcast, ...
35m May 08, 2024
35m
BREAKING NEWS # 9 - Was it Torygeddon in the Local Elections?
Despite a b*stard journey back from Guernsey I managed to squeeze this out. I talk about the Tories getting battered at council level, doing not so badly with the mayoral votes and whether I voted Tory for the first time since 2019.... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22m May 03, 2024
22m
EP 247 - Ho-Humza & Election Fever with IAIN DALE
In this huge political week it was great to get Iain back on the show to talk about the upcoming local and mayoral elections & also reflect on the HUMbelievable downfall of Humza. We also speculate on what form a Penny Mordaunt leadership bid would take, and conclude it would involve a cape and a sword.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_land...
41m Apr 30, 2024
41m
EP 246 - Angela Rayner, Violent Crime and Library Nonc*s with RACHEL FAIRBURN
We have a lady this week! Not just that a funny working class Northern lady (so many boxes ticked). Rachel Fairburn joins me to consider whether anyone cares about Angela Rayner's dogginess, if there really is a drop in violent crime and whether there's such a thing as Library Nonc*s Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Watch my ne...
48m Apr 24, 2024
48m
EP 245 - Liz Truss, WW3 & Cancel Culture with SEANN WALSH
This week Seann Walsh returns for a very eclectic show. We discuss Liz Truss and her theory about running restaurants, the prospect of World War 3 and my belief that Seann is within his rights to look down his nose at modern cancel culture victims. There's also one of my favourite ever moments as Seann starts an observation about plastic bottles which he doesn't get to finish.... Watch Seann's ...
41m Apr 17, 2024
41m
BREAKING NEWS #8 - Fallout from the Cass Report
In this episode I try to give a very normal bloke response to the findings of the Cass Report. I won't lie, it's a heavy subject, so luckily there was also a fun YouGov survey this week asking the public silly questions about Sunak and Starmer which I get stuck into. I also reveal one of the most childish things I've ever done.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon....
26m Apr 12, 2024
26m
EP 244 - Politics and Murder with STIG ABELL
This week I talk to broadcaster and write Stig Abell about politics and murder. Stig presents a breakfast show and gives on the background on politicians who say stupid things or - indeed - nothing at all. Then it's on to murder. Stig is a crime novelist and I challenge him to justify why it's ok to be entertained by people being killed.  Get a copy of Stig's book, 'Death in a Lonely Place', he...
49m Apr 10, 2024
49m
EP 243 - JK Rowling and the Deathly Scottish Hate Crime Bill
This week I climb into the Scottish hate crime bill cluster**** and how JK Rowling was able to call Humza's bluff. I also tentatively wonder if the Tory backlash has got a bit excessive. Additionally, there's another FREE audiobook chapter from THE BRITISH BLOKE DECODED. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Watch my new BBC DOCUMEN...
45m Apr 03, 2024
45m
EP 242 - DOM FRISBY's brush with ELON MUSK...
I'm delighted DOMINIC FRISBY was able to step in last minute because he was able to tell us about his brush with ELON MUSK. We also look at the rise of the Reform Party, the departure of Owen Jones and - in the Patreon only section - we discuss Netflix's documentary about crowd trouble at the Euro 2021 final.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fa...
44m Mar 27, 2024
44m
Ep 241 - Hopefully Penny & Hapless Humza (feat. MARK NELSON)
Very funny episode this week with top stand-up Mark Nelson. We discuss Penny Mordaunt's Leadership chances, Humza Yousef looking like he regrets taking the gig and WTF is 'bread-crumbing'. There's also a genius idea for surge pricing in pubs. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Watch my new BBC DOCUMENTARY: https://www.bbc.co.uk/i...
46m Mar 20, 2024
46m
EP 240 - 30p Lee on a Bosman + Documentary Backlash (feat JACOB HAWLEY)
This week Jacob Hawley co-hosts, as we discuss 30p Lee going to Reform on a Bosman, Rishi showing more weakness and Starmer's weird 'book' tour. I also give some background on my university documentary, including an update on the fate of my Seat Ibiza.... Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Watch my new BBC DOCUMENTARY: https://ww...
50m Mar 14, 2024
50m
BREAKING NEWS #7 - Hunt's Budget 'Limbs'
In this breaking news I mull over Jeremy Hunt's long budget with small measures. I celebrate the NI cut whilst wondering if the fuel duty cut is an ongoing feature of British public life, like the DFS sale. I also ask why - whether it's Labour or Tories - I have a fundamental need to believe the good news. Oh and there are some fat jokes too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm...
25m Mar 07, 2024
25m
EP 239 - Extremehism (with ANDREW DOYLE)
This week Andrew Doyle joins me to mull over George Galloway's return to politics. We also try to talk about Mary Poppins recent ratings change, but I get a bit sexually distracted. There are also stunning revelations about Andrew going to Gary Glitter concerts and me being asked to leave an assembly for laughing WHILE I WAS A TEACHER. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.p...
46m Mar 05, 2024
46m
EP 238 - Political Sh******ery
It's another solo ep this week (following a late guest drop-out) but that did give a chance to reflect on a rancorous week in British politics. From Labour's mafioso style 'leaning' on Lindsay Hoyle to Lee Anderson going in two footed under the Ref's nose - it's all here. I try to approach it with nuance which means I'll probably annoy everybody. Plus I include a FREE AUDIOBOOK CHAPTER from my ...
43m Feb 28, 2024
43m
EP 237 - Tory Wipeout or are Labour Getting Smug?
It seems like a lifetime since the last episode so I did a round up of all the big political news, including the Tories facing electoral wipeout, Labour voters getting a bit smug, Sadiq up to his usual tricks & a bit of baiting for the work from home crowd.  (For the Patreon only version we continue the discussion about the Left's intolerance for right-wing women). Support the Podcast, keep i...
39m Feb 21, 2024
39m
EP 236 - Tricky Week for Labour (Feat. DOM FRISBY)
This week the brilliant Dom Frisby returns as we discuss Labour's issues around Azhar Ali, Trump's issue with NATO and Joe Biden's issue remembering the day of the week. For the Patreon bonus content we look at the cancelled actress Gina Carano suing Disney. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR  h...
42m Feb 14, 2024
42m
WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #6 An Explosive Week in Politics
This was  one of those weeks where I had to do a breaking news. From Rishi's handshake to Labour's U-turn and the advent of the PopCons (?!?) I felt like needed a catch-up / therapy. This one might reflect exactly how you feel. Or I might end up upsetting everyone. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24...
30m Feb 09, 2024
30m
EP 235 - ANDY ZALTZMAN
This week I'm delighted to have the host of the News Quiz and - more importantly - the test match special stats guy, Andy Zaltzman. We talk Tory infighting, satire in the Sunak/Starmer age and also why test cricket should be marketed like an HBO box-set.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR  http...
46m Feb 07, 2024
46m
EP 234 - Failing Warships + a chat with FELICITY WARD
After a quick chat about the readiness of the British army (or lack of it), I speak to Felicity Ward. She's a great comic and has been a keen advocate for focus on men's mental health and suicide prevention. She's also soon to star in the Aussie remake of the The Office so I thought I'd nab here before she gets too famous to talk to me. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www....
47m Jan 31, 2024
47m
EP 233 - Sturgeon, Lineker & The Krypton Factor (with SIMON EVANS)
This week SIMON EVANS makes a welcome return. We ramble around all sorts of subjects. Not just Nicola's disappearing messages or the latest bit of Lineker soap opera but also why marriages may need a stenographer and Simon's incredible story of why he was disqualified from The Krypton Factor.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true   ...
45m Jan 24, 2024
45m
WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #5 It's Going To Be Trump
So much news this week I had to do another episode. I round up PMQs using Sunak & Starmer's 'jokes'. Then, following Trump's big win the first primary, I look at why Trump is set to confound his critics. Again. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-...
37m Jan 19, 2024
37m
Ep 232 - Houthi and the Blowback (with KATHERINE RYAN)
This week Katherine Ryan makes a welcome return to WMPT. We discuss disturbing developments in the Middle East, nanny stateism and most disturbing of all in Hollywood films. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-1252793    Buy my new BOOK https://ww...
45m Jan 17, 2024
45m
EP 231 - Post Office Plonkers (with MATT GREEN)
For the first episode of the year i'm delighted to have Matt Green on the show. Matt joins me to discuss how the hell the Lib Dems are the main subject of discussion, why Rishi wants to be prom king and how Keir 'do nothing' Starmer might be onto something. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR htt...
49m Jan 10, 2024
49m
EP 230 - Gervais, Coward & Predictions for 2024
In this end of year episode I talk about the latest outrage over Ricky Gervais's comedy and the attempts to call Noel Coward 'queer'. Then it's on to a political review of 2023 and some predictions for the election year coming up, including why Rishi may be like Rose from Titanic and how Keir might start talking about himself in the 3rd person. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE http...
42m Dec 30, 2023
42m
2023 XMAS SPECIAL with ROMESH RANGANATHAN
Romesh returns for another festive special. We discuss a bit of politics but also hot button Christmas issues like they’re culture war battlegrounds. Including whether Mariah Carey is gaslighting the world and whether Elves are technically a migrant work force. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR...
48m Dec 20, 2023
48m
Ep 229 - Rebound Rishi & Naughty Nigel (with JACOB HAWLEY)
Great to have Jacob this week, who some of you will have seen smashing it as my tour support.  We discuss rebound Rishi, crafty Gary Lineker, naughty Nigel Farage and whether the Mafia have a diversity & inclusion policy. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geo...
43m Dec 13, 2023
43m
WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #4 The Testymoany of BORIS JOHNSON
I was just going to talk about Boris but this has been a mad few days so politically, so there's also chat about Suella, surprise headliner Robert Jenrick and possibly the worst PMQs in history. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true    BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-1252793    Buy m...
29m Dec 08, 2023
29m
EP 228 - Keir Thatcher & Britney Sunak with IAIN DALE
The very wise Iain Dale joins me this week to deliver early end of year reports for Keir & Rishi. We talk about Keir's weird fanboying on Thatcher and how no-one 'stands up' to Rishi. There are also derogatory mentions of both Crewe, Southampton and the A11 Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  BOOK TICKETS FOR MY 2023/24 TOUR http...
43m Dec 05, 2023
43m
EP 227 - Political Sh**holes + 90's football nostalgia with PERRY GROVES
After a catch up with James Cleverley getting in a bit of bother and Patrick Vallance's definitely private diaries, I speak to 80's and 90's football legend Perry Groves. Perry is so insightful and funny talking about the cultural (and drinking) differences between now and then. We talk about everything from the notorious Arsenal 'Tuesday Club' to players taking the knee, the Saudi coin and muc...
48m Nov 29, 2023
48m
EP 226 - Far Right Hair & Bin Laden Apologists (with KONSTANTIN KISIN)
Great to have Konstantin back co-hosting, fresh from another appearance on Joe Rogan. We talk about the new 'far right' Argentine President (and his hair). We try to slate Rishi but it ends up becoming a beat-down of the Lib Dems and we ponder the loony Americans who are making excuses for Bin Laden. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=...
42m Nov 22, 2023
42m
WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #4 INTERNATIONAL GEEZER'S DAY (with The Man Whisperer)
I was always going to do an extra show to mark #InternationalMensDay but I would probably have had to do one for the politics on its own. What a bizarre week, from the return of Cameron to the Labour Party rediscovering it's ability to self destruct. After that me and Kenny chat about bloke's stuff, with serious things but also some very immature comments as well. Support the Podcast, keep i...
37m Nov 19, 2023
37m
EP 225 - Rishi's BIG Reshuffle (with MARCUS BRIGSTOCKE)
Geoff is joined by Marcus Brigstocke as Suella gets the sack while Dave Cameron is back. We also reflect on a mad day of protest in the capital and look ahead to where it all goes next (includes laughing at yet another numpty protesting in McDonalds).  The show ends with us agreeing it's absolutely fine to laugh at the misfortune of people you dislike intensely.  Support the Podcast, keep it ...
41m Nov 14, 2023
41m
EP 224 - Covid Cursing & Protest Peril (plus FREE chapter of my audio-book)
EP 224 - Covid Cursing & Protest Peril (plus FREE chapter of my audio-book) After a mad weeks of news Geoff gets to grip with the Covid testimonies and some epic cussing, but also wonders if the media have any appetite for the real issues. He also looks at the pro Palestinian protests and the made bloke who released mice into a Mcdonalds.  And there's a FREE chapter from Geoff's book THE BRITI...
38m Nov 08, 2023
38m
EP 223 - Starmer Psychodrama with CHRIS MCCAUSLAND
'EP 223 - Starmer Psychodrama with CHRIS MCCAUSLAND' Me and the brilliant CHRIS MCCAUSLAND discuss Keir Starmer's management of Labour over Gaza, Sturgeon getting her backside handed to her again and why seasoned club comics are the best....but I suspect the thing you'll remember is how I said 'Salvation Army'.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott...
39m Nov 01, 2023
39m
WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #3 Covid Inquiry, all the exciting news...
Today's WMPT BREAKING NEWS takes a look at the chronically underreported Covid Inquiry. We’ll be giving you ‘highlights’ of the key moments so far and wondering how we’d all feel if we suddenly had to reveal our WhatsApp history… Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Come to my 2023/24 TOUR  https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geof...
25m Oct 27, 2023
25m
EP 222 - Large Labour win Inevitable? with DOMNIC FRISBY
EP 222 - Large Labour win Inevitable? with DOMNIC FRISBY This week me and Dom mull over the seemingly inevitable Labour majority coming our way. We also worry about the fact Biden and Trump are loose canons and try to decide whether there is a female equivalent for toxic masculinity.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true  Come to my...
41m Oct 25, 2023
41m
221: EP 221 - COMPLICATED ISSUES, ACTUALLY with Tom Walker (aka JONATHAN PIE)
This is a great chat with Tom Walker (aka Jonathan Pie). Ranging from rising anti-semetism in the UK to the Aussie No vote & why Richard Curtis needs to wind his neck in, actually. To get the PODCAST AD FREE with BONUS CONTENT sign up  https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true   Come to my 2023/24 TOUR  https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-1252793   Buy my new BOOK http...
37m Oct 18, 2023
37m
221: WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #2 Labour Conference, all that glitters...
Another WMPT BREAKING NEWS! This time looking back on the Labour conference. The worst stage invasion ever and Keir's belief that repeating the fact people want nice things counts as policy.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Come to my 2023/24 TOUR  https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-1252793 Buy my new BOOK ht...
23m Oct 12, 2023
23m
220: EP 220 - A Normal Reaction to Terrible Things (with SIMON EVANS)
The brilliant Simon Evans joins me as we ponder the early knockings of Labour Party conference. We also look at the situation in Israel and ponder what's a 'normal' reaction to awful things?  We end by sharing valuable tips on how not to become fully erect in a massage context.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Come to my 2023/2...
51m Oct 10, 2023
51m
220: WMPT BREAKING NEWS - #1 Little Rishi's Big Speech
Welcome the first ever WMPT BREAKING NEWS. I'll look to do a couple of these a month to cover big breaking stories. Think somehwere between a politics digest show and something funny.  In this first episode i'll be breaking down Rishi's big speech.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true   Come to my 2023/24 TOUR  https://www....
22m Oct 05, 2023
22m
219: EP 219 - The Never Ending Tory (with ANDREW DOYLE)
After a turbulent week personally, it's on to a turbulent week for the Tories. The brilliant Andrew Doyle joins me to consider Suella's big move on migration and Rishi's tricky rebrand. Though i suspect the thing that'll stick with you is the idea of being 'force teamed'. Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true   Come to my 2023/...
54m Oct 03, 2023
54m
218: EP 218 - SEANN WALSH: POLITICAL ORACLE
Fresh from an fiery exchange on Politics Live I discuss the big issues of the day with Seann Walsh. From men committing suicide to HS2 and Mcdonald's receipts, Seann has all the big answers....ok, well has answers... Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Come to my 2023/24 TOUR  https://www.livenation.co.uk/artist-geoff-norcott-125...
53m Sep 26, 2023
53m
217: EP 217 - DOES THE COMEDY INDUSTRY HAVE A PROBLEM?
This week I get into all the issues in and around the Russell Brand allegations, asking the question of whether or not comedy has a specific problem.  I also talk about Starmer cos-playing as PM and how you can be too tired to get drunk.  Pre-order my new BOOK https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Bloke-Decoded-Everything-Explained/dp/B0BZW24B9J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34L9QEBEW3KW7&keywords=geoff+norcott...
42m Sep 19, 2023
42m
216: EP 216 - MAN OF STEEL 2 (return of Mark Steel)
Delighted to have Mark Steel back on the show. We spoke about EU flags, plastic fags, dangerous dogs and favourite service stations.  It was a lovely chat and very funny.  Pre-order my new BOOK https://www.amazon.co.uk/British-Bloke-Decoded-Everything-Explained/dp/B0BZW24B9J/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34L9QEBEW3KW7&keywords=geoff+norcott&qid=1693334284&sprefix=geoff+norcot%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-1 Support th...
54m Sep 14, 2023
54m
215: EP 215 - Rishi's Brick Wall & Starmer Reshuffle Drama with FIN TAYLOR
After i've had a laugh at how stressed Fin Taylor is we discuss the government's 'crumble brick syndrome' before wondering why Starmer drop-kicked Lisa Nandy into outer space. We then consider the cancellation of Roisin Murphy and whether the words 'puberty blocker' should cause alarm.  Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Come to...
45m Sep 06, 2023
45m
214: EP 214 - ULooze - Sadiq Squares up to Motorists
This week I climb into Sadiq's expansion of Ulez to greater London. I ask when he's ever going to do something popular with everybody.  I also talk about being a parent and the responsibility of telling them bad stuff from history. But what if they don't think it's bad?... Support the Podcast, keep it weekly & AD-FREE https://www.patreon.com/geoffnorcott?fan_landing=true Come to my 2023/24 T...
39m Aug 29, 2023
39m