Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster
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Elle Fanning
5 november 2025 · 1 uur 22 min
Emmy and Golden Globe-nominated actor Elle Fanning – star of ‘The Great’, ‘Super 8’ and the new ‘Predator: Badlands’ movie – is this week’s dining guest. But is her new film better than ‘The Nutcracker in 3D’? Lees meer
‘Predator: Badlands’ is in cinemas from Fri 7 Nov.
Follow Elle Fanning on Instagram @ellefanning
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 6 Nov
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive, and Felipe Franco.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Lucia Keskin (Chi With A C)
29 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 17 min
Bafta-winning comedian, actor and internet sensation Lucia Keskin – aka Chi with a C – is this week’s dream diner. And is this the quietest guest we’ve ever had? Lees meer
Series 2 of Lucia’s sitcom ‘Things You Should Have Done’ is coming soon to BBC Three and iPlayer. Watch Series 1 here.
Follow Lucia on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok @chiwithac
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 30 Oct
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ian Smith
22 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 30 min
Edinburgh Comedy Award-nominated stand-up, Northern News podcaster and lead in 2010 sitcom ‘Popatron’, Ian Smith has a table booked this week. But has he thought through his starter? Lees meer
Ian Smith is on tour now with his new show ‘Foot Spa Half Empty’. For dates and tickets go to iansmithcomedian.co.uk
Listen to Ian’s podcast ‘Northern News’ wherever you listen to podcasts
Follow Ian on Instagram and TikTok @iansmithcomedy
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 23 Oct.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jen Brister (Tasting Menu)
15 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
It’s another Tasting Menu episode, and this time stand-up, activist and original cheeseboard-picker Jen Brister returns for a hellish menu. Lees meer
Jen Brister is on tour now with ‘Reactive’. For dates and tickets go to jenbrister.co.uk
Donate to All Our Relations at allourrelations.co.uk
Follow Jen on Instagram and TikTok @jenbristercomedy
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 16 Oct.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Gillian Anderson
8 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 21 min
We’re back in National Treash territory with multi-award winning actor, ‘Sex Education’ and ‘The X Files’ star and soft drinks entrepreneur Gillian Anderson. But what is Green Glass Jello? Lees meer
‘TRON: ARES’ is out in cinemas on 10th October.
‘Trespasses’ will air in November on Channel 4
Buy G Spot drinks at stores nationwide – including Sainsbury’s – or online at thisisgspot.com
Follow Gillian on Instagram and TikTok @gilliana
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 9 Oct.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Greg James
1 oktober 2025 · 1 uur 24 min
Radio 1 DJ Greg James is this week’s dream guest in the Dream Restaurant. And James calls in to the radio… Lees meer
Greg James’s book ‘All the Best for the Future: Growing Up Without Growing Old’ is out now. Buy it here.
See Greg James on his book tour. For dates and tickets go here.
Follow Greg on on Instagram @greg_james and TikTok @gregjames
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Thu 2 Oct.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Rhys James
24 september 2025 · 1 uur 23 min
Top stand-up, ‘Mock the Week’ regular and Ed’s unofficial little brother, Rhys James is this week’s guest diner. And he’s invented a dessert. Lees meer
Rhys James’s book ‘You’ll Like It When You Get There: A Life Lived Reluctantly’ is out now. Buy it here.
Watch Rhys’s special, ‘Spilt Milk’ on YouTube here.
Follow Rhys on on Instagram @rhysjamesy
Watch the video version of this episode on YouTube now.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nina Conti
17 september 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Award-winning comedian and ventriloquist Nina Conti is in the Dream Restaurant this week. And Ed and James do their usual monkeying around. Lees meer
Nina Conti is on tour now with ‘Whose Face Is It Anyway?’. For dates are tickets go to ninaontour.com
Nina’s directorial debut film ‘Sunlight’ will have a UK theatrical release from 18th October 2025 (screening details here), or you can pre-order it on Apple TV here (UK) and here (Ireland) - available digitally from 28th November 2025.
Follow Nina on Instagram and TikTok @theninaconti
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Fri 19 Sep.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mawaan Rizwan
10 september 2025 · 1 uur 9 min
Mawaan Rizwan – ‘Taskmaster’ runner-runner-up and Bafta-winning star and creator of BBC Three’s ‘Juice’ – is this week’s diner, and he has an easy-to-follow recipe for English food. Lees meer
Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about calories.
Series 2 of ‘Juice’ is on BBC Three and iPlayer from 18 September. Watch it (and catch up with series 1) here.
Follow Mawaan on Instagram @mawaanr and TikTok @mawaan
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Fri 5 Sep.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Neil Hannon (The Divine Comedy)
3 september 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
The Divine Comedy frontman Neil Hannon has a table booked at the Dream Restaurant this week. Something for the weekend. Lees meer
The Divine Comedy’s new album ‘Rainy Sunday Afternoon’ is released on Fri 19 Sep. Pre-order is here.
Follow The Divine Comedy on Instagram @divinecomedyhq
Donated to My Lovely Horse Rescue at www.mylovelyhorserescue.com
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Fri 5 Sep.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Marian Keyes
27 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 10 min
Internationally bestselling Irish author Marian Keyes – co-host of Radio 4’s ‘Now You’re Asking’ – is this week’s dream diner. And she’s got some supportive words for Ed and James. Lees meer
Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about alcohol addiction, and mentions of grooming.
Marian Keyes’s latest novel ‘My Favourite Mistake’ is out now, published by Penguin. Buy it here.
Marina co-hosts ‘Now You’re Asking’ on BBC Radio 4. Listen to it on BBC Sounds.
And look out for the BBC adaptation of Marian’s ‘The Walsh Sisters’ which is in the works.
Follow Marian on Instagram @marian_keyes
Watch the video version of this episode on the Off Menu YouTube on Fri 29 Aug.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Will Sharpe
20 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 20 min
Bafta-award winning actor and writer Will Sharpe – star of ‘The White Lotus’, ‘A Real Pain’ and Lena Dunham’s new show ‘Too Much’ – is our guest diner this week. But Ed’s annoyed Will didn’t give him a warning… Lees meer
Will Sharpe stars in ‘Too Much’ which is streaming on Netflix now. Watch it here.
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Jonny Pelham
13 augustus 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Superb stand-up and ‘Live at the Apollo’ star Jonny Pelham is this week’s guest diner. And, of course, we ask him about his gang-member past… Lees meer
Jonny Pelham is currently performing at the Edinburgh Fringe with his new show ‘Is It Me?’ at Monkey Barrel Comedy (The Hive), 21.00, until 25 August. For tickets go to edfringe.com
Follow Jonny on Instagram @jonny_pelham
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Stevie Martin
6 augustus 2025 · 55 min
‘Taskmaster’ alumnus, Nobody Panic podcaster and multimedia stand-up Stevie Martin has a reservation this week. But can she pick a side dish? Lees meer
Stevie Martin is on tour with her show ‘Clout’. For dates and tickets go to steviemartin.com
Listen to Stevie’s podcast ‘Nobody Panic’ where you listen to podcasts.
Follow Stevie on Instagram @5tevieM and TikTok @Stevie-Martin
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sharon Wanjohi
30 juli 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
Fast-rising stand-up Sharon Wanjohi joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. But, uh oh, she’s scraped her knee! Lees meer
Sharon Wanjohi is at the Edinburgh Fringe until the 24th August with her debut show ‘In The House’. For dates and tickets go to edfringe.com.
Follow Sharon on Instagram @sharonwanjohi_ and TikTok @sharonsforehead
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ben Schwartz
23 juli 2025 · 1 uur 12 min
Actor-comedian – star of ‘Parks and Rec’, ‘The Afterparty’ and voice of Sonic the Hedgehog – Ben Schwartz has a table booked this week. Plus we have a few guest callers. Lees meer
Ben Schwartz soon stars in ‘DNA’ and ‘Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice’.
Ben’s improv show ‘Ben Schwartz and Friends’ is currently touring the US. For dates and tickets go to rejectedjokes.com
Follow Ben on Instagram @rejectedjokes
Off Menu is now on YouTube: @offmenupodcast
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 300: Ed Gamble and James Acaster (with special guest genie AJ Odudu)
16 juli 2025 · 1 uur 50 min
We’re 300! What a way to start the new series than with a special milestone episode where, once again, the (dining) tables are turned and Ed and James are the guests in the dream restaurant. Have their tastebuds changed over the last 100 episodes? And, this time, we’re thrilled to welcome back AJ Odudu as the special guest genie. Lees meer
A massive thanks to AJ for hosting our big birthday episode, and a huge thank you to all of you for listening to the podcast over the last 300 episodes.
AJ Odudu hosts ‘Big Brother’ and ‘Dress the Nation’ later this year.
Follow AJ on Instagram @ajodudu
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Series 14 Trailer – Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster
14 juli 2025 · 2 min
The Dream Restaurant re-opens for bookings on Wednesday 16th July. Lees meer
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Ep 299: Katherine Parkinson (Live in London)
7 juli 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
It’s our final b-b-b-b-bonus live episode from the London Palladium, with special guest Katherine Parkinson – star of ‘Rivals’, ‘The IT Crowd’ and ‘Inside No 9’. Lees meer
Want to experience Off Menu: Live for yourself? There are a few tickets left for our live shows at the Royal Albert Hall next year. Visit royalalberthall.com for tickets.
We’ll be back with series 14 of Off Menu very soon…
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the London Palladium.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Instagram and TikTok: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 298: James Norton (in partnership with Dexcom)
9 juni 2025 · 1 uur 24 min
In a special bonus episode in partnership with Dexcom, we welcome BAFTA-nominated actor, ‘Happy Valley’ star and Dexcom ambassador James Norton to the Dream Restaurant. And, no, he didn’t get type 1 diabetes from falling in the Thames. Lees meer
If you, or someone you know is living with type 1 or type 2 diabetes and you like the sound of Dexcom, we highly recommend you take a look online at Dexcom.com and request a free Dexcom ONE Plus sample. Dexcom sensors are available on the NHS for some people living with diabetes and are also available to buy online. Always read the user manual for important product aspects and limitations. Talk to your doctor for diabetes management. Terms and conditions and terms of use apply
This testimonial relates to an individual’s response to their use of Dexcom’s product(s) as part of their diabetes management plan. The testimonial does not provide any indication, guide, warranty or guarantee as to the response other persons may have in response to the use of Dexcom’s product(s). Individual responses to the use of our products may differ. It is important to consider individual circumstances and consult with your healthcare professional before considering any changes to your diabetes management.
Follow James Norton on Instagram @jginorton
Follow Dexcom on Instagram @dexcomuk
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 297: Joanne McNally
4 juni 2025 · 1 uur 18 min
In our last episode of the series, stand-up, podcaster, Taskmaster star and self-proclaimed Pinotphile – Joanne McNally – joins us in the Dream Restaurant. Please listen responsibly. Lees meer
We’ll be back very soon with a new series of Off Menu.
Joanne McNally is on tour now with ‘Pinotphile’. For dates and tickets go to joannemcnally.com
Follow Joanne on Instagram @joannemcnally
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 296: Self Esteem (Live in London)
2 juni 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
It’s b-b-b-b-bonus time, with a live episode from our London Palladium run, with very special guest, pop royalty Self Esteem – aka Rebecca Lucy Taylor. (Plus a cameo appearance from Corbarian, Kelly.) Lees meer
Self Esteem’s new album ‘A Complicated Woman’ is out now. Buy and listen to it here.
Self Esteem is out tour from September. For dates and tickets visit selfesteem.love
Follow Rebecca on Instagram @selfesteemselfesteem
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the London Palladium.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 295: George Egg
28 mei 2025 · 1 uur 17 min
Comedian, chef and the Snack Hacker himself, George Egg, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. And James has an announcement. Lees meer
George Egg’s book, ‘The Snack Hacker: Rule-Breaking Recipes for Cooks and Non-Cooks’, is published on 5th June by Blink Publishing. Pre-order it here.
Follow George on Instagram @georgeegg
And watch The Snack Hacker videos on YouTube
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 294: Carey Mulligan
21 mei 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Three-time Oscar nominee Carey Mulligan – star of Tim Key and Tom Basden’s ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ – is this week’s dream guest. But can James name those nominated roles? Lees meer
Carey Mulligan stars in ‘The Ballad of Wallis Island’ which is in cinemas from 30 May.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 293: Stacey Dooley
14 mei 2025 · 1 uur 4 min
Presenter, author and actor Stacey Dooley has a booking this week, and she’s expecting fuss, fuss, fuss. Lees meer
Stacey Dooley’s new book ‘Dear Minnie’ published by BBC Books. Buy it here.
Stacey is also starring in the touring production of ‘2:22: A Ghost Story’. For dates and tickets go to 222aghoststory.com
Follow Stacey on Instagram @sjdooley
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 292: Dermot O'Leary
7 mei 2025 · 1 uur 7 min
World’s Greatest Hugger, Dermot O'Leary, joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week and reveals Nicole Scherzinger’s after-dinner tipple. Lees meer
Dermot O'Leary hosts ‘Silence is Golden’ which starts Monday 5th May on U&Dave and airs weekly. All episodes are available to stream free on U from Monday 5th May.
Follow Dermot on Instagram @dermotoleary
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 291: Julian Clary (Live in London)
5 mei 2025 · 53 min
We’re back with another b-b-b-b-bonus episode from our West End run in March this year. And our special guest is Palladium royalty and ‘Taskmaster’ star Julian Clary. Lees meer
Julian Clary is on tour now with ‘A Fistful of Clary’ including a date at the London Palladium on 17th May. For full dates and tickets go to julianclary.co.uk
Follow Julian on Instagram @julianclarycampcomic
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the London Palladium.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 290: Daisy Ridley
30 april 2025 · 1 uur 13 min
The force is strong with this week’s guest, as ‘Star Wars’ actor and star of James’s favourite film ‘Cleaner’ Daisy Ridley joins us in the Dream Restaurant. Lees meer
(And that restaurant in Liverpool Daisy couldn't remember the name of was called Buyers Club.)
Daisy Ridley stars in ‘Cleaner’, a Sky Cinema release on 2nd May. Watch it here.
Follow Daisy on Instagram @daisyridley
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 289: Jeff Goldblum
23 april 2025 · 1 uur 8 min
Global treasure and Hollywood icon Jeff Goldblum joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. But the food will need to be served quickly… Lees meer
Jeff Goldblum & The Mildred Snitzer Orchestra’s new album ‘Still Blooming’ is out on 25th April on Decca Records. Buy it here.
Follow Jeff on Instagram @jeffgoldblum
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 288: Bridget Christie (Tasting Menu)
16 april 2025 · 1 uur 2 min
In our second Tasting Menu episode, ‘Taskmaster’ star and writer/star of ‘The Change’, Bridget Christie, returns for a surprise set of dream dishes. But she’s got bigger problems to deal with… Lees meer
All episodes of series two of Bridget’s sitcom ‘The Change’ are available now on Channel 4. Watch it here.
Follow Bridget on Instagram @bridget.christie.14
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 287: Santiago Lastra
9 april 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Mexican-born Michelin-starred chef Santiago Lastra – whose restaurants include KOL and Fonda – orders his dream meal this week. Now, where did we put the sea buckthorn juice? Lees meer
Santiago Lastra’s new London restaurant Fonda is now open – go to fondalondon.com. And for details about KOL go to kolrestaurant.com.
Follow Santiago on Instagram @santiagolas
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 286: Rhod Gilbert (Live in London)
7 april 2025 · 1 uur 25 min
It’s our first b-b-b-b-bonus episode from our live residency at the London Palladium. And first up in the Dream Restaurant is superb stand-up and James’s ‘Taskmaster’ pal Rhod Gilbert. Lees meer
Rhod Gilbert is on tour now with ‘Rhod Gilbert and the Giant Grapefruit’ including a date at London’s Eventim Apollo on 12 June. For dates and tickets go to rhodgilbertcomedian.com
Follow Rhod on Instagram @rhodgilbert
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Recorded by Matt Mountford-Lister for Storm Productions Group live at the London Palladium.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 285: Sally Phillips
2 april 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
‘Smack the Pony’, ‘I’m Alan Partridge’ and ‘Taskmaster’ star Sally Phillips is this week’s diner, and she’s going foraging. Lees meer
Sally Phillips stars in ‘Austin’ which is on BBC One at 9.30pm from Friday 4th April with all episodes available on BBC iPlayer.
Follow Sally on Instagram @sallysmack
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 284: Meera Sodha
26 maart 2025 · 1 uur 15 min
Superb chef, food writer and author (including one of Off Menu’s favourite cookbooks, ‘East’) Meera Sodha joins us for a Dream Restaurant booking this week. If anyone says ‘ship’ they have to put 50p in the Naan Jar. Lees meer
Meera Sodha’s new cookbook ‘Dinner’ is out now, published by Penguin. Buy it here.
For more of her books visit Meera’s website, meerasodha.com/books
Follow Meera on Instagram @meerasodha
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 283: Antoni Porowski
19 maart 2025 · 1 uur 3 min
‘Queer Eye’s Antoni Porowski joins us at the Dream Restaurant this week. We hope there’s enough room on the table… Lees meer
‘No Taste Like Home with Antoni Porowski’ is available now on National Geographic Channel and Disney+.
Follow Antoni on Instagram @antoni
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 282: Ellie Taylor
12 maart 2025 · 1 uur 14 min
Ellie Taylor – ‘Ted Lasso’ star, ‘Strictly’ contestant and superb stand-up – has a booking this week. Shout out to Theresa’s broccoli pasta. Lees meer
Ellie Taylor is on tour with ‘Palavering!’. For dates and tickets head to ellietaylorcomedy.com
Follow Ellie on Instagram @elliejanetaylor
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 281: David Tennant
5 maart 2025 · 1 uur 12 min
David Tennant Does a Podcast With… Ed and James! The ‘Doctor Who’ and ‘Rivals’ star has a table booked in the Dream Restaurant this week, and James starts thinking about a career change. Lees meer
‘David Tennant Does a Podcast With…’ series 3 is out now with guests including Stanley Tucci, Russell T Davies, Ben Schwartz and Jameela Jamil. Listen here.
Follow David’s podcast on Instagram @davidtennantpod
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 280: Robert De Niro
26 februari 2025 · 58 min
We can’t quite believe this either. Acting royalty Robert De Niro visits the Dream Restaurant this week. Or, more accurately, the Dream Restaurant visits him. Lees meer
Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about losing and gaining weight for acting roles.
Robert De Niro stars in ‘Zero Day’ which is out now on Netflix. Watch it here.
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Producued, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 279: Stephen Graham
19 februari 2025 · 1 uur 11 min
Finally, one of our most requested guests – multi-Bafta-nominated actor Stephen Graham – visits the Dream Restaurant. Will James put his money where his mouth is? Will he avenge Romesh? Let’s get ready to rumble… Lees meer
Trigger warning: this episode contains talk about losing and gaining weight for acting roles.
Stephen Graham stars in ‘A Thousand Blows’ which is coming to Disney+ on 21st Feb.
He also stars in ‘Adolescence’ which is coming soon to Netflix.
Follow Stephen on Instagram @stephengraham1973
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 278: John Kearns (Tasting Menu)
12 februari 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
In an Off Menu first, we invite a previous guest back to the Dream Restaurant. But they’re not choosing their meal – they’re being served another guest’s choices. This is the first Tasting Menu episode with fan favourite, John Kearns. Lees meer
John Kearns’s special ‘The Varnishing Days’ is available to watch now on NOW. Watch it here.
John stars in Adam Riches and John Kearns ARE ‘Ball & Boe’ at Soho Theatre in London. Get tickets here.
Sign up to John’s mailing list at www.johnkearnscomedy.co.uk/mailing-list
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Ep 277: Mo Gilligan
5 februari 2025 · 1 uur 27 min
Who’s that behind the mask? It’s Mo Gilligan! ‘The Lateish Show’ host and superstar stand-up joins us in the Dream Restaurant this week. Lees meer
Mo Gilligan is on tour with his world tour ‘In The Moment’. For dates and tickets head to mogilligan.com
Mo’s podcast, ‘Mo Gilligan: Beginning, Middle and End’ is out now, wherever you get your podcasts. Listen here.
Follow Mo on Instagram @mothecomedian
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 276: Emily Campbell
29 januari 2025 · 1 uur 6 min
Team GB’s Emily Campbell – double Olympic medalist and four-time European weightlifting champion – has a table booked this week. Lees meer
Emily Campbell co-hosts the Unofficial Gladiators podcast ‘Contender Ready’, available on your favourite podcast app. Listen here.
Follow Emily on Instagram @emilyjade_gb
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 275: Harris Dickinson
22 januari 2025 · 1 uur 22 min
The Dream Restaurant has opened its doors for series 13, and our first guest of 2025 is Bafta-nominated actor and star of ‘Babygirl’ and ‘Triangle of Sadness’, Harris Dickinson. Lees meer
Harris Dickinson stars in ‘Babygirl’ which is in cinemas now.
Follow Harris on Instagram @harrisdickinson
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Produced, recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Video production by Megan McCarthy for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Series 13 Trailer – Off Menu with Ed Gamble and James Acaster
20 januari 2025 · 2 min
The Dream Restaurant opens for bookings on Wednesday 22nd January. Lees meer
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Best of 2024: Live
30 december 2024 · 3 uur 3 min
We couldn’t forget we released a whole live tour’s worth of episodes this year, could we? Here are our favourite clips for first time taking our meals on wheels. Lees meer
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Best of 2024: Part 2
27 december 2024 · 3 uur 2 min
It’s the second half of our favourite clips of the year. If Cannibalism needs to be a trigger warning, then consider yourself warned. Lees meer
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Best of 2024: Part 1
26 december 2024 · 3 uur 11 min
Another year at the Dream Restaurant comes to an end. Here’s part one of the most delicious clips from 2024. Lees meer
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 274: Andy Zaltzman (Christmas Special)
18 december 2024 · 1 uur 22 min
Joining us for a Christmas Special second helping is ‘Taskmaster’ champion and ‘The Bugle’ podcast, Andy Zaltzman. Lees meer
Andy Zaltzman is on tour now with ‘The Zaltgeist’, running until 9th May 2025 at London's Leicester Square Theatre. For full dates and tickets, visit www.andyzaltzman.co.uk
Follow Andy on Twitter @ZaltzCricket
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 273: Rose Matafeo (Christmas Special)
11 december 2024 · 1 uur 17 min
Merry festivities! We’re back with our first Christmas special, and our very special guest diner is NZ comedian and ‘Junior Taskmaster’ host, Rose Matafeo. Lees meer
Rose’s new special ‘On And On And On’ is on Max on 19 Dec.
‘Junior Taskmaster’ is on Channel 4, Fridays at 8pm. Watch it here.
Follow Rose on Instagram @rosematafeo
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design) and Amy Browne (illustrations).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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Ep 272: Derren Brown
20 november 2024 · 1 uur 18 min
Who could’ve predicted that, for the final episode of the series, we’d have Derren Brown in the Dream Restaurant? Oh… Lees meer
Derren Brown is on tour in 2025 with his new show ‘Only Human’. Get tickets at derrenbrown.co.uk
Follow Derren on Instagram and Twitter @derrenbrown
Off Menu is a comedy podcast hosted by Ed Gamble and James Acaster.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Paul Gilbey (photography and design).
Follow Off Menu on Twitter and Instagram: @offmenuofficial.
And go to our website www.offmenupodcast.co.uk for a list of restaurants recommended on the show.
Watch Ed and James's YouTube series 'Just Puddings'. Watch here.
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