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I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Jonathan Brookins (Part 2)On today's episode I'm joined by IGYE alumni, Jonathan Brookins.Jonathan was one of this podcast's original guests, setting the tone for five years worth of deep, reflective and insightful conversations with people all over the world.From the highs of the Ultimate Fighting Championship to navigating the tumultuous waters of a Covid-locked down Manhattan, Jonathan shares beautifully candid stories of the realities of the identity of a pro-fighter, what a life of contentment means to him, and the ongoing search for meaning and fulfilment.You can follow Jonathan on instagram @jonathanxbrookins
2025-06-241h 16
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Battle RoyaleCongratulations! You have been selected to enter todays episode where a classroom full of teenagers learns the hard way that group projects can be deadly—literally! In this darkly comedic episode, we explore the absurdity of forced friendships, survival strategies, and the real question: who thought it was a good idea to give high schoolers weapons? Tackling the original 'Death Game' movie...its time for Battle Royale! Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexist...
2025-03-111h 49
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Nosferatu (2024)"Original or Remake?" - media's most tedious question gets brought out to wince in the sunlight as the Crafting Chills co-ghosts discuss Robert Egger's Oscar-nominee re-imagining of the granddaddy horror of them all, Nosferatu.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2025-02-251h 24
Small Beans801. Tales from the Pit: The Weight is a Gift (Feat. Anny and John)Anny and John Liot graciously share their miscarriage story with Michael to complete his series on childbirth and childrearing. Losing a baby during pregnancy is one of the more common nightmare scenarios modern humans undergo, so we may as well talk about it and see if that helps. This is a rough one - features asshole doctors and systemic failures throughout.
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2024-12-092h 19
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - EtaoinEtaoin returns!The Irish singer-songwriter superstar is back on IGYE to talk all about what's happened in the last four years since we last spoke. New music, her own record label, problems with boys, it's all going on and it's all making life that much more interesting.Always love to Etaoin for taking the time to talk to us before her career inevitably catapults into the stratosphere!Etaoin's Socials:www.instagram.com/etaoinnn/https://open.spotify.com/artist/5V9BcFYORnSqjFtBgrpx01?si=_IA8DVidQ5CExQE4ALtE8g&dl_branch=1...
2024-09-121h 16
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Alex WelchOn today's episode, John is joined by Ultra-Marathon athlete, Alex Welch.Fresh off a successful sophomore attempt at the insanely brutal, Marathon Des Sables, Alex chats about what makes Ultras so special, how he got into running, the pros and cons of the lifestyle needed to complete Ultras, and where he goes next.You can follow Alex on IG @ultrarunner_alexwelch-You can find me on IG @johnliot and my personal website is JohnLiot.com-Intro theme 'IGYE' by Sam Walwyn - @samwalwynClosing track - 'Lost...
2024-06-241h 24
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - The First OmenLive, for the first time, in studio TOGETHER!A spooky union months in the making. Today, the Crafting Chills Crypt Crew take on The First Omen - a movie that is tediously annoying to tell people you're watching, as they assume you mean the original. No, NOT.THAT.ONE, the 2024 prequel.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam...
2024-05-301h 32
Small Beans711. Frame Rate: Army of Darkness (Feat. John Liot)Friendly Bean and fellow podcaster John Liot joins Michael and Abe as they discuss 1992’s horror comedy Army of Darkness. The boys discuss the cartoonish impulses of Sam Raimi, the classic lines, and the Evil Dead series as a whole. Hail to the bean, baby.
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2024-05-011h 19
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Laura DawnOn today's episode of IGYE I'm joined by my good friend, intrepid educator, film buff and general lovely soul, Laura Dawn.Laura lives in South Korea, where she works as an English teacher in a primary school. In this chat, we talk all about what it means to upend your life and travel half-way around the world to find your own sense of fulfilment and meaning.You can follow Laura's film reviews at www.DawnoftheTapes.comYou can find me on IG @johnliot and my personal website is JohnLiot.com-...
2024-04-161h 40
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Cara LisetteOn today's episode I'm joined by eating disorder and bi-polar influencer, Cara Lisette.Cara is a huge personality within the world of eating disorders and mental health, having released several books around eating disorders and bi-polar.Cara is also a qualified therapist working in the UK.You can find links to all of Cara's resources, writings and buy her books here!!https://caras-corner.com/author/caralisette/You can find me on IG @johnliot and my personal website is JohnLiot.com-Intro theme 'IGYE' by Sam Walwyn...
2024-03-041h 10
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Michael SwaimOH DAMN, it doesn't get much more personally special for me as far as guests go!Michael Swaim is a professional author, comedian, actor and podcaster. He became the face of the website Cracked.com during its hey-day, the popularity of which allowed him to branch off and create his own podcast network Small Beans (which can be found wherever you listen to podcasts). Michael is a genuine creative hero of mine so it was an honour to chat to him about his career, his new book 'The Climb' and being scared of death.
2024-01-151h 45
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Jay Du HeaumeJames (Jay) Du Heaume is a professional musician currently living and working in London. He's been a good friend of mine for a number of years. His pilgrimage from Jersey to find success as a musician is one I keep a close eye on and feel passionate about supporting. Many people try, few people succeed. Lift up your friends when they try to pursue their dreams.In this chat, we talk about how Jay's career is turning out, the lessons along the way and what defining success will mean to him.You can follow Jay...
2023-12-041h 30
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Dan LiotBACK FROM BEYOND THE PODCAST GRAVE!But for real, just a big ol' hiatus whilst I got some life stuff sorted.Big episode today - we're going familiar with my own family, my big brother, Dan Liot.Dan is on instagram as @jerseysoberwalker and has become an influencer and promoter within the sober scene in Jersey. He's been sober for over 1700 days now and we're chatting about where that came from, the struggles along the way and what the future looks like for him.You can follow Dan on instagram @jerseysoberwalker
2023-10-251h 49
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Evil Dead RiseBONUS EPISODEContext found within, tl;dr, I've moved flat and got engaged! I haven't had any time to set-up a new home studio yet for recording, so until that's back up and running, here's a little sneaky episode Nyxx and I got done before I packed up all the kit.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam...
2023-06-122h 16
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 27 - Jack BerginOn today's episode I'm joined by frontman, musician and fashionista, Jack BerginJack is the vocal talents behind Australian metal band, Void of Vision.Their music crosses a range of themes, from depression and substance abuse to eroticism.Void of Vision are one of my favourite bands creating music today, and in this chat you'll hear all about VoV's origins and transformations over the year, what success means to the band and what lies ahead for a collective of talented musicians who are just finding their stride.You can follow Jack...
2023-04-101h 33
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - UpdateHey guys! A quick update for y'all about the immediate future of CC.TLDR: We're taking a lil break for our own sanity and will commence your regular horror programming very soon!Stay spooky,John
2023-04-0105 min
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - The OutwatersWe're keeping the finger on the pulse of contemporary horror this week! We watched The Outwaters, "it's the 2023 Blair Witch!", is it though? I guess, kinda?! What it definitely is is a found footage movie that's generated a lot of hype and we were certainly on the train too! We conclude Nightmare Fuel by also dipping back into Found Footage, how serendipitous! Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Fr...
2023-03-212h 22
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - BaskinFrom the horrors of a living room in Skinamarink, to a good ol' fashioned black mass orgy in an abandoned building - this week we're chatting about Baskin! An offering from the lands of Turkey where such cultural differences are imperative to getting the most out of this story.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2023-03-162h 04
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - PossumCan you spy him, deep within? Little Possum, black as sin.2018's Possum, written and directed by Matthew Holness is one of John's favourite films, let alone horror films. Tune in for 90 minutes of him gushing to Nyxx about why this film is so good, whilst simultaneously being an horrifically awful viewing experience.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song...
2023-03-071h 32
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - SkinamarinkThe year's most divisive movie takes the form of this narratively obtuse, indie horror. Is it the nostalgic horrorscape 50% of the audience celebrate it as, or is it simply a weird little film that stands out because it breaks convention so brazenly? Find out RIGHT NOW!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2023-03-011h 42
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Blair Witch ProjectIt's the mac-daddy, grandfather of all found footage films, The Blair Witch Project and Crafting Chills is spending almost three hours going into our biggest takeaways from this cultural phenom. Thus concludes Found Footage month and we move onto our next theme -- NIGHTMARE FUEL!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2023-02-262h 48
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Rec3-2-1 AND WE'RE LIVE!No we're not, and neither is the conceit of this film, so this opening bit by me really makes no sense.What does make sense is this absolute horror icon being just about as flawless as a found footage horror film can be! And for the lazy among us, it's even more scary because *gasp!* SUBTITLES! That's right, this Spanish horror darling is Crafting Chill's first foreign language film, and what a gem to lead the way!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliot...
2023-02-141h 58
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Grave EncountersFound Footage. Haunted Asylum. This film writes itself, which is ironic, because the nature of reality tv is that it's supposed to not be scripted!We just watched Grave Encounters and spend the majority of this episode talking about the medium of found-footage, what themes GE presents (if any) and where a film like this sits within some sort of ranking scale.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented...
2023-02-072h 07
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - HostSCIENCE itself declared Host the scariest movie ever.It's a film that takes place entirely on a Zoom call.Make of those two facts what you will.We now enter February - Found Footage month!-Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2023-01-311h 48
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - We Are Still HereJohn and Nyxx are back - this time they're going back in time to the year...2015?! Wait, what?!If that leading sentence makes no sense to you, it's because this little gem nails a 70's throwback aesthetic so well, you'd be convinced it was a recently rediscovered relic from a bygone era of film... at least until something happens in the basement...Does this love letter to old school horror stand-up to modern day standards? Find out today!!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's...
2023-01-241h 35
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - The LodgeSpoiler: This film is bleak as. Topics include suicide, child abuse and religious cults.When condensed to those features it really makes it seem weird that Nyxx and I love this film so much, but hey, that's horror!Find out why on today's episode!!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2023-01-172h 16
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Black Mountain (Side?)Spooky happenings in this not The Thing homage to The ThingA movie so creepy it (maybe?) has two titles. Known as both Black Mountain, sometimes with the suffix of 'side', BMS is a low-budget indie movie about The Thing if it had more native spirituality within its frigid landscape.Continuing our January theme of cold weather, here's a punt on a lesser known movie to keep up the chills in 2023.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that...
2023-01-091h 18
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - 30 Days Of NightComing out you with one of the best original horror concepts out there. 30 Days of Night is a premise so straightforward yet so brilliant you'll slap your head like Hank Scorpio when the concept of hammocks was presented to him.This vicious cult-classic vampire romp is a favourite of Nyxx and a new watch for John.Does the ingenious concept from the graphic novel of the same name outlast the darkness like our cast, or was this one destined to die in the shadows? Listen and find out!Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx...
2023-01-011h 38
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - BarbarianThe final film of our December 'best of 2022' round-up.A perverted picture, one day destined to be a cult-classic.Arguably hits its high within the first act, but that speaks more for how bloody good the first part of this film is rather than a lack of quality in the latter.From here we move into our new month of content.January = WINTERFilms where the weather plays a crucial role in the story. Think cold, bleak, miserable and oppressive.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx...
2022-12-242h 13
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - FreshKeeping things fresh this week with a film of the same name.Fresh is a delightfully twisted and stylish horror film that further adds to the genre of horror/black comedy. Find out though whether this film ends up as a tasty treat or rotten to the core.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)Intro theme song by Sam Delanoe
2022-12-172h 02
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - The Night HouseNyxx and John back in the (night) house!Episode 2 of a end of year recap month is this lil gem of a horror film, featuring quite possibly, the most unwelcome and uncomfortable jump scare I've... ever seen?! Maybe. Find out whether this is a house worth holding onto or if it should be bulldozed and left alone.Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, so do follow that too @imglad.youexistEpisode artwork by the incredibly talented, Freya Steele (@fv_steele)
2022-12-121h 27
I'm Glad You ExistCrafting Chills - Hellraiser (2022)Ohhhhhhhh it's a new podcast on IGYE!I LOVE horror films and after enough in-depth with my friend, Nyxx, I proposed the idea of a podcast where we gush about amazing scary movies.Thus, Crafting Chills was born!Each month we'll have a new theme for our film selection. This month, capping off an eventful and especially bountiful year for horror, we're doing a mini 'best of'. From reimagined cult-classics to directorial debuts. Follow Nyxx on IG @nyxx_nocturna and myself @johnliotIGYE also has it's own IG now, s...
2022-12-051h 45
LA DERNIÈRE NUIT D'ANNE BONNYLa dernière nuit d'Anne Bonny (5/9)La République des pirates
John et Anne débarque sur l’île de Providence, lieu d’établissement de la République des pirates des Caraïbes. L’île est moche et les pirates souvent bourrés, mais Anne découvre pour la première fois la liberté. Alors que John la déçoit, elle rencontre un homme d’une toute autre envergure : le capitaine Jack Rackham... La dernière nuit d’Anne Bonny Dans une rue de la Nouvelle Orléans, vers 1780, une femme rencontre la Mort qui lui annonce qu’elle n’a plus qu’une nuit à vivre. Cette femme, c’est Anne Bonny. Aujou...
2022-12-0424 min
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 26 - Callum BlackOn today's episode I'm joined by Callum Black - globetrotting karate blackbelt.Callum has lived in Tokyo the past 8 years and in that time has learnt a thing or two about what it means to be a gaijin (outsider) in one of the most culturally different countries in the world. He's also a championship winning karate black belt with views on competing at 'karate's equivalent to the superbowl' in the near future.He's a fascinating man with lots to say about the realities of living thousands of miles away from home, assimilating into another countries...
2022-08-231h 30
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 25 - Lorna AshcroftGuess who's back, back again, IGYE back, tell literally everyone.I think I've used that opening line before... oh well, no one reads these anyway.LORNA ASHCROFT is on the podcast!We're chatting about Lorna's late-in-life ADHD diagnosis (which is relative compared to those who are getting their own diagnosis after well past their 50's), and how mapping it backwards she can see how an adolescence of complications could've been better understood as the trappings of ADHD, but instead became all too common masking traits and a sense of being 'less than'.
2022-07-191h 46
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 24 - Tawny PlatisOn today's episode of IGYE I'm joined by comedian, voice-over-artist and podcaster extraordinaire, Tawny Platis.IMPORTANT NOTICE (14/06/2025): Death is Hilarious is now defunct at the website has been compromised. Do NOT visit it.Tawny hosts the fantastic, Death is Hilarious podcast (now defunct), which serves as a safe space for those going through grief or the morbidly curious to learn more about how grief can manifest in a person's life and how to navigate it. If that sounds 'a bit much' and quite heavy for a podcast, fear not, because if Tawny...
2022-06-061h 02
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 23 - Sam WalwynOn today's episode I'm joined by London-based singer-songwriter, Sam Walwyn.If you feel like you're noticing a trend in my guests here, it might be interesting to know that, completely by chance, I'm taking it turns to interview members of a friend group.You'll hear a bit more about that in the episode itself, but suffice to say, when it comes to the heroic origin stories of musicians, apparently my hunger is not yet satiated.Sam talks to me all about where his career in music began, whether he's surviving or thriving and...
2022-05-301h 16
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 22 - $kywalkerOn today's episode I'm joined by 20 year old photographer and rapper, Louis Walker aka $kywalker.Louis is a former pupil of mine and is about to graduate from University. What makes that interesting is that Louis is part of the cohort that had a global pandemic ruin one of the most fascinating personal development periods of any young person's life. We talk about that, how music seeped its way into Louis' creative work and eventually emerged as his main outlet and passion, as well as how mental health due to the pandemic took him to some very...
2022-04-251h 18
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 21 - Ally ZlatarWe're back to back with chats from fascinating women on IGYEToday's guest is artist-activist, Ally Zlatar.Ally is a Canadian-born artist currently doing a residency in Jersey with ArtHouse Jersey. She's touring her project 'The Starving Artist'; a candid, honest and often brutal selection of self-portraits that focus on and reveal her reality of living with an eating disorder.For Ally, her activism is in the form of conversations brought about through using her work as a medium for questions and awareness. She visits schools to chat to students about what eating...
2022-03-2256 min
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE 20 - Sara SilversteinIGYE is back!After it's annual HouseGuys hiatus, the show where I don't rate people on arbitrary scales returns. We're back and we're sexier than ever.To make good on that last sentence, today's guest; Sara SilversteinSara is a breathwork coach living in Philadelphia, who has worked as far abroad as Bali (funnily enough, encountering and making friends with some people from Jersey!) and promotes sexual wellness for both females and males. She's also a reformed alcoholic and a big advocate of not giving a good god damn what others think and...
2022-03-101h 44
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E10SEASON FINALE!!Probably, anyway. There's still the Season 2 cast wrap-up show Q&A thing, otherwise known as Episode 11. We're not sure at the time of typing this whether we're going to review that one, but we'll see.In terms of canonical episodes though, that's Season 2 concluded.'Had some laughs, killed some time' - in a year as turbulent as 2021, we hope (Ollie and I) that we've given you something away from the madness of the world and given you a chuckle via the escapism of two men who should really know better at...
2022-03-011h 41
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E9Once more into the fray good listeners, once more.But hark, the journey isn't one we set upon alone - no, this week we're joined by BLOODY JANE RAYNER?!That's right, of 'Jane and Andy' fame (aka Jandy), we have the Real Housewives Season 1 stand-out herself, the one we're not allowed to hate because of her naughtiness, but can because of her cuteness.Who knows why Jane has chosen to join myself and Ollie in something most experts are terming, 'Career Suicide', but she has, and we had a laugh doing it!
2022-02-221h 31
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E8BAYS, BREASTS AND ALFRED HITCHCOCK?!Say what you will about this podcast, but a lack of variety ain't something we lack.It's episode 8, it's the big drama show episode - finally Karen and Margaret spill the tea, and the tea is some screenshotted-supposed-to-be-deleted Whatsapp messages.Poor Mia, she didn't need this. And on her birthday of all days...Join co-hosts Ollie Watts and John Liot as they sample the free entrée of reality TV and get terrible indigestion as a result.Follow the lads on Facebook @ fb.c...
2022-02-151h 11
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E7LISTENER WARNING: This is EASILY the most tangent filled episode we've done yet.Topics unrelated to Housewives of Jersey include - Steven Segal, the logic of glory holes, practicalities of a Jersey to London mile-high club and what fish Ollie deigns to eat.What's not to love? We also talk about episode 7 'Life's a Drag' of The Real Housewives of Jersey in vivid, excruciating detail.Join co-hosts Ollie Watts and John Liot as they tediously flick through the inflight magazine of reality TV and check in at the 1 Star hotel of drama.
2022-02-081h 24
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E6Back from their jaunt to London the Housewives are barely taking a breath before the drama kicks off again.After the rollercoaster high AND low of episodes 4 and 5, how does episode 6 fare? Well, the guys spend a fair amount of time on completely unrelated subjects, but that's not really an indicator of anything.IS THIS THE EPISODE THOUGH... Where Tessa and Karen incur the wrath of the ITV Faithful? Perhaps so, you'll have to listen to find out!Join co-hosts Ollie Watts and John Liot as they tediously flick through the inflight magazine...
2022-02-011h 27
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E5Part 2 of 'The London Trip' sees the ladies give the greatest exposition dump of the series thus far; come on now, everything they're talking about happened yesterday, WE KNOW WHAT HAPPENED.Anywho, on this week's episode Ollie and John discuss such pertinent topics as, 'what would your TED talk be about?', 'what is the origin of Madame Tussaudes name?' and 'what about the time Ollie met WWE Legend, Scotty 2 Hotty at a pool in Florida?!'All that and not much more on this week's episode of Real HouseGuys! Join co-hosts Ol...
2022-01-251h 37
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E4London's calling, and the Housewives answered.The first of 'the holiday episode' of Housewives is here and we're off to the Big Smoke, all in the name of fashion and definitely not a duplicitous attempt to stoke drama and the like.Join co-hosts Ollie Watts and John Liot as they tediously flick through the inflight magazine of reality TV and check in at the 1 Star hotel of drama.Follow the lads on Facebook @ fb.com/realhouseguysjsy and on Instagram @johnliot / @ewelywewts
2022-01-181h 22
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E3VEGAS BABY! WE DID IT! YEAH!Casino Royale? More like, Casino Actually Quite Fun.Does that make sense? It doesn't need to. HouseGuys etc etc!John Liot and Ollie Watts are back chatting all things Housewives. Expanding the unofficial HouseGuys lore, meeting up with real life Housewives and those all important scales.
2022-01-111h 26
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E2IT'S THE BIRTHDAY EPISODE!Double birthdays on Housewives means double the drama and double the hypocrisy.Is this the first episode that truly pitches some genuine animosity between the ladies?! Kinda.Join co-hosts John Liot and Ollie Watts as they espouse some of the 21st century's greatest insight and wittiest tidbits about a reality TV show set in a part of the world most people think is actually on the eastern border of America. PLUS, one of the Housewives drops us a voice note to reveal the answer to one of t...
2022-01-041h 17
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2E1BOOM BABY!Like a firework destined for the sky that ended up falling out of its brace and slithering along the ground into a disappointing fizzley anti-climax, the Real Housewives of Jersey has exploded back onto our screens.Not sold as fans on Season 1, the HouseGuys are nothing if not patient and venture to see if Season 2 will sway them. Join Ollie and John as they unpack, review and rate each episodes of the behemoth reality show and sizzle some sass on the TV show that pitches middle-aged women against each other in s...
2021-12-301h 12
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey S2 Ep0DON'T CALL IT A COMEBACK!"John, are you guys gonna do Season 2 of Housewives?!"Relax, relax oh fervent listener, it was never in doubt. Just as the shall surely rise, so too will the HouseGuys to the occassion of watching trash TV and having a moan about it.But before we dive into the oddly mysterious sophomore season of RHOJ, let's do a little recap on what happened since S1 wrapped.Come along, settle in and reflect on the series that was and muse on the series that's to come.
2021-12-2655 min
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 19 - Sara StrudwickOn today's episode of IGYE I'm joined by professional songwriter, Sara Strudwick.I've known Sara for a few years, after having done a piece on her career for FreeVibe magazine back in 2019. She's back in 2021 having just been part of the writing team for a song on the 2021 Marvel film, Eternals. We're talking about that, what goes on in the studio, creative block and motivation, cultural appropriation and navigating the always sticky and problematic nature of social media.Check out Issue 3 of FreeVibe - https://freevibe.co.uk/issue-3/-...
2021-12-131h 49
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 18 - Blood Sweat & Tears JerseyBlood Sweat and Tears Jersey are Jared Crespel and Gavin McDougall.They've joined musical and creative forces to create a musical fundraising opportunity for a local charity. As part of their media tour they asked if I'd have a chit-chat with them about what they've created, the reasons and methods behind it and a bunch of other great stuff.Was more than happy to oblige these lads and think this is a conversation you'll enjoy whether you're a part of the Jersey music scene or from a country miles away from our shores....
2021-12-061h 22
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 17 - Brett RalphOn today's episode of IGYE I'm joined by Brett Ralph.Brett is someone I met through the Falmouth and Penryn Boxing Club when I was at University. When he was 19 he was involved in a catastrophic motorbike accident which left him with injuries so severe doctors considered amputating his legs.To say Brett has come a long way since his accident would be an almost insultingly modest take. Not only did he defy medical professionals by standing unassisted; something that wasn't even considered a possibility early on his recovery. But he went far beyond that...
2021-11-292h 07
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 16 - Jason StroutOn today's episode we're connecting a cold wintery night in Jersey with a 'might as well be summer' afternoon in Florida, with today's guest, Jason Strout.Jason is a master of his craft and his craft happens to be hurting someone with your hands, elbows, knees and feet. He used to be a professional fighter and then transitioned into coaching other fighters. Since 2003 he's been building up his brand as one of the most sought after talents in combat sports and has lent his abilities to multiple world champions across different disclipines.In our chat...
2021-11-221h 30
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 15 - Scott GarfittWelcome back to IGYE, on today's episode I'm joined by me ol' mate, Scott Garfitt.Scott is an exceptionally talented photographer working in London. He's often found at film premiers or specialist events, capturing beautiful behind-the-scenes images or crisp and clean headshots on the red carpet.Scott's always been dedicated to his craft, but recently he received a positive diagnosis for OCD. This revelation put a lot of his previous life experiences into context and has helped inform how best to approach his future.In this chat we talk about what OCD means...
2021-11-081h 31
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 14 - Dr Terry BoucherOn today's episode of IGYE, I'm joined by clinical psychologist, Dr Terry Boucher.We discuss, specifically, exposure therapy, and more broadly, therapy, phobia, trauma and community's role in recovery.-You can find out more about Terry via his website: https://www.vivamuspsychs.com/the-teamand about the Jersey Tea Company @ https://thejerseyteacompany.com/-You can follow me on instagram - @johnliot-Music by 'Sizzlebird' Album: HorizonsBandcamp - https://sizzlebird1.bandcamp.com/album/horizons
2021-10-111h 15
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 13 - Rich HardcastleOn today's episode of IGYE I'm joined by one of my favourite photographers, Rich Hardcastle.Portrait photographer to the stars, Rich Hardcastle is one of the most prominent figures in the UK comedian and actor scene. His prolific career has taken him all over the world and boasts a portfolio of extraordinary names; or, as Rich himself describes them, 'people with interesting jobs'.Find out more about Rich and check out his incredible work on instagram @richhphoto-You can follow me on instagram - @johnliot-...
2021-09-271h 35
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 12 - Harry SuttonWelcome back to I'm Glad You Exist.Today I'm joined in studio by a good friend and former front man of the band, Flashmob, Harry Sutton.Harry's story might not seem that different from yours or mine, and in that relevancy is the poignancy worth sharing.In this discussion we go into topics around male mental health, body image confidence and ego.Big thanks to Harry for opening up about some of his personal struggles, his candour is needed for other men to see that not only is it ok to...
2021-09-061h 58
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 11 - David GuyOn today's episode I'm joined via Zoom by American novelist and Buddhist, David Guy.David and I connected back in 2019 when I found an article he wrote for the online publication, Tricycle. This article, originally uploaded back in 1994, was an exploration of whether the works of Alan Watts, British philosopher and key figure in bringing Eastern religions to a Western awareness during the 1950's, still held up, especially if one were to consider the criticisms levied against Watts.For years, since my own discovery of the late philosopher, I was very hesitant to search anything...
2021-08-231h 37
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 10 - Braulio EstimaOn today's episode I'm joined in studio by world-renowned martial artist, Braulio Estima.Braulio is a 5-stripe Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and is known throughout the BJJ world as one of the best to have ever competed, but also, one of the best coaches to ever step on the mats.He teaches seminars all over the world, as well as training within his adopted hometown of Birmingham. He finds himself often in Jersey and I nabbed him for a chat inbetween training sessions during his last visit to the island.This chat frames...
2021-08-031h 08
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 9 - EtaoinI'M GLAD YOU EXIST IS BACK!!A short hiatus, some general life admin accounted for and a brand new episode with a shiny new guest for you lovely listeners. On today's episode I'm joined by UK-based Singer/Songwriter, Etaoin to chat about her gorgeous EP, 'Bedroom Wall's. We talk about her burgeoning career in music, the life experiences that have influenced her songwriting and specifically her lyrics, and just have a good ol' chat about so much stuff.DEFINITELY check out Bedroom Walls and make sure you follow Etaoin to hear EP...
2021-06-211h 10
I'm Glad You ExistIGYE - 8 - Rosie BarclayOn today's episode I'm joined by 'clinal companion animal behaviourist', Rosie Barclay.Rosie has been working with animals the majority of her life, but has been entranced by them for essentially the totality of it. She pushes for the narrative on non-forceful or abusive techniques for helping train and understand animals, and is currently available via vet referral in the Channel Islands.You can find out more about Rosie at her website, www.petproblems.com-You can follow me on instagram @johnliot-Music by...
2021-05-101h 32
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep7 - Chris BakerOn today's episode I'm joined by IFOTTP (International Friend of the Podcast), Chris Baker.This is your quintessential, 'two friends catch-up after having not spoken for a while' podcast.We talk about Chris' passion in cooking, the nuances and quirkiness of Chris' hometown, Rochester, and just have a good ol' chin wag about lots of stuff.You can find Chris on instagram @baker042-You can follow me on instagram @johnliot-Music by 'Sizzlebird' Album: HorizonsBandcamp - https://sizzlebird1.b...
2021-05-031h 35
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep6 - Christian JegardOn today’s episode I’m joined by Christian Jegard. He’s a musician turned comedy writer from Jersey, currently living in Brighton. Last year Christian was commissioned by ArtHouse Jersey to create a mocumentary about the Jersey music scene, aptly titled, ‘Jersey: A Musical Journey’. You can find links to the episodes below and I would strongly urge you to check them out asap; they're all fantastic.Jersey: A Musicial Journey Pt 1: https://www.arthousejersey.je/arthouse_presents/jersey-a-musical-journey/Pt 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AH-v4Kd5J2gPt 3: ht...
2021-04-261h 18
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep5 - Chris Martinez (Phalanx FC)New episode, new guest! This time round I'm joined by the owner of Phalanx FC, for my money, the foremost producer of premier quality jiu-jitsu gear.Why am I talking to Chris? Well, other than representing and speaking to those who go their own direction in life (by starting their own business), his career history is fascinating and his perspectives on life through the jobs he's had are so palpable.Chris speaks for himself better than I could here, so just settle into the episode and go on a journey with us.-
2021-04-201h 45
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep4 - Sam LivmSam Livm is back on the podcast! This time the exceptionally talented photographer is talking about how it feels to have had his instagram account deleted for the third time, the nuance of the argument around censorship and what happens for himself and other creatives if instances of unfair bias keep putting independent content creators down.It's chats about the role nude photography plays in an online space, why censorship ironically harms those it seeks to protect and how to embrace change in the age of the emotive online arguments.-Sam's website...
2021-04-131h 56
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep3 - Sophie DarwinWelcome back to I'm Glad You Exist!On today's episode I'm joined by former Skills Jersey colleague, and more importantly, one of Jersey's best working photographers, Sophie Darwin.Sophie's work has shined a light on what being a mother looks like in today's world, and she's accomplished this through soulful photography that is both visually beautiful but also deep, personal and empathetic.Sophie is a beautiful soul in herself and it's a pleasure to chat to her about her career, the tribulations of starting a full-time freelance career during Covid and where the...
2021-03-291h 26
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep2 - Veronica FultonWelcome back to I'm Glad You Exist!On today's episode I'm joined by old school chum and Jersey-girl-done-good, Veronica Fulton.Roni, as I always knew her, always knew she wanted to be a performer. From a young age it was what her focus and passion went into and it's why for the last 10 years she's been pursuing that dream. From residencies on cruise ships to football stadium cheerleader sets and working on London's Westend, Roni has an incredible resume to talk about. Join us as we chat about finding contentment in life, bouncing b...
2021-03-151h 47
I'm Glad You ExistI'm Glad You Exist - Ep1 - Liam McGearyExcessive Rumination is GONE! Out of the ashes comes a new podcast, one that is eerily similar to what came before it - I'm Glad You Exist!Each episode I'm joined by someone with a story to tell and something to impart to you, dear listener.This time I'm joined by a man I'm glad to call a good friend, and easily the scariest, yet nicest, dude I know; Liam McGearyLiam is a former undisputed Light-Heavyweight MMA champion, who defended his belt in a spectacular performance against mixed martial arts legend, Tito...
2021-03-081h 50
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 10 - EpilogueThe cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-03-011h 36
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 9The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-02-221h 07
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 8The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-02-151h 21
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 7The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-02-081h 13
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 6The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-02-011h 12
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 5The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-01-251h 12
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - SPECIAL - Q&A 1Real HouseGuys back for a minisode where we answer your questions.We'll be doing one more of these before episode 10, so if you wanna send in your questions you can do so via Instagram or via the I'm Glad You Exist facebook page.
2021-01-2118 min
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 4The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-01-181h 19
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 3The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-01-111h 13
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 2The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2021-01-041h 11
I'm Glad You ExistReal HouseGuys of Jersey - Episode 1The cultural maelstrom Jersey didn't expect to see out the dumpster fire year that was 2020 is here. As The Real Housewives of Jersey hits ITV, follow along with the unofficial companion podcast the show so clearly needed and go deep on the storylines, characters and philosophical impacts of the reality TV giant making waves on the small isle of Jersey.Join co-hosts John Liot (@johnliot) and Ollie Watts (@ewelywewts) as they dissect and analyse the goings on of the elite. Episodes weekly, follow us on spotify, stitcher, amazon/google/apple podcasts.This UNOFFICIAL podcast is in...
2020-12-281h 19
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 15 - David WhiteExcessive Rumination back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by a man and photographer I have tremendous respect for, Senior Lecturer on the Press and Editorial Photography course at Falmouth University, David White.Dave was instrumental to me surviving and thriving at University back in the glory days of 2012 - 2015. I have to hold my hands up and say I massively under appreciated Dave, and the other tutors, in terms of the photographic talent they brought to the course. Dave has been a photojournalist for over two decades and in that time has...
2020-12-221h 26
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 14 - Jonny SenettExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by yet another good mate of mine, this one noteworthy for being as tall as me. Oh, and he's also incredible at guitar. How incredible?Well you've got to be a slice of alright to pose as Brian May for a world-wide touring Queen tribute band; I'm told their songs are difficult? Jonny's a great conversation any time he's back in Jersey, but I wanted to chat to him about his interesting career path, loving and hating the music scene and what...
2020-12-152h 06
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 13 - Will BremridgeExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by good mate of mine and exceptionally talented photographer, Will Bremridge.Will's worked with an amazing portfolio of celebrities, from Prince Phillip (more on that in the podcast) to Kendrick Lamar and Jack Black.He's been a freelance photographer based in London for over a decade, so he's got some important lessons and experiences that anyone exploring the creative industry can benefit from hearing.Lots of laughs and stories behind the lens on this episode of Excessive Rumination!...
2020-12-021h 51
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 12 - Doomsday with Rick Jones and Ollie WattsExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by previous guests, Rick Jones and Ollie Watts.Long story short, Rick felt that a culimintation of information he had, through years of reading and awareness, led to him believing something of significance was due to happen on the 21st of December. As I'm writing this, it sounds a bit... yeah... well luckily Rick is self-aware of this fact himself so we go into detail and skepticism on his theory with Ollie providing a more cynical view than my own.It's a...
2020-11-2400 min
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 11 - Sam LivmExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by the incredible photographer, Sam Livm.Sam chats to me about his career in nude photography, the intention of his work and the journeys he's had along the way. We talk about the pitfalls of instagram, gaming the algorithm and why living for Likes is a fool's game. -Sam's website: samlivm.comSam's insta: @samlivm1-If you've got any comments or questions about this episode please feel free to get in touch at...
2020-11-171h 42
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 10 - Vicar Mark BarrettExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by the Vicar of St Andrew's Church, Mark Barrett.Mike chats to me about where his faith is derived from, how it sits alongside his science-based skepticism, his views on Heaven and life after death and how much of a nightmare the Bible is to actually read.Content Warning: This podcast focuses on topics around death and suffering within the human experience, stories about cancer, wasting illness and war crimes. Listener discretion is advised.-Mark's email: vicar...
2020-11-102h 02
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 9 - Jared CrespelExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On today's episode I'm joined by singer/songwriter, Jared Crespel.In 2019 Jared took on a creative challenge that was after my own heart; he committed to writing a song a month for a year, literally beginning from scratch each time and having it recorded and uploaded within the month. I loved seeing this creative process develop and always had questions I wanted to ask Jared about this project.We get into that and so much more, including subjects not limited to working as a building surveyor, the...
2020-10-271h 24
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 8 - Andy TruscottExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On this episode I'm joined by marathon sea-swimmer, Andy Truscott. Andy, in 2017, became the first person to swim two laps of Jersey consecutively, a feat which, whilst absolutely incredibly, barely made island news. I met Andy shortly after that swim and we ended up collaborating together on documenting his upcoming swim, which would be for the world record for longest swim in tidal conditions. To do this, he would swim 3 consecutive laps of the island and amass a distance of over 198km.Andy is a big figure...
2020-10-131h 51
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 7 - Stuart PennExcessive Rumination, back in your life!An interesting first for the show, on this episode I've invited my boss, Stuart Penn, in for a chat. No, we're not recording my performance review for an awkward listening experience; although I'm sure it would be spotless.. Stu's actually here to have about his life! Highs, lows, being a father and falling out of helicopters included.Stuart is an adaptive athlete from the UK, born with one fully-formed arm, a stump from below the elbow on the other, one partially formed leg and the other a stump just...
2020-10-061h 46
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 6 - Sam MézecExcessive Rumination, back in your life!On this episode I'm joined by friend and local politician, Sam Mézec, who is the founder and leader of Jersey's only political party; Reform Jersey.Whilst we do inevitably chat politics, both local and world-wide, this podcast is focused predominantly on who Sam is as a person, the personal challenges he's faced since being a full-time politician and what his advice to a new generation of public servant would be.Great to have had Sam on the podcast and you'll definitely hear him on the show a...
2020-09-291h 39
I'm Glad You ExistBreakwater Sausage: Ep 3 - Colleen's"WHERE DOES THE BEST FULL-ENGLISH BREAKFAST IN JERSEY?!"Calm down, we're on it.Who are 'we'? Co-workers, John Liot and Chris Mutton; one's a Jersey-boy, the other's from the West Country, but both are joined by a love and admiration of the full-English.What began as a work-place discussion (which we were scalded for conducting during business hours) became a journey, an exploration, to find and review every full-English breakfast available in Jersey.Episode 3, it's proverbs and starring gift horses in the mouth at Colleen's in Greve de Lecq.
2020-09-221h 25
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 5 - Monty TaftExcessive Rumination back in your life!On this episode I'm joined by the infectiously happy, Monty Taft.Monty is a singer/songwriter from Jersey whom I've had the pleasure of working with several times over the last 10 years; from music videos to photoshoots to magazine features. Monty has had success far beyond that, with sets at Glastonbury and Radio 1 play. Despite playing music for the majority of his life, and having attained success within the industry, Monty has chosen to life in Jersey for now and I was curious why. Where does his influence for...
2020-09-151h 33
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 4 - Lee AlexanderFriend of the show, Lee Alexander, pops by for a chat, no more than week since he returned to Jersey after a whirlwind 9 months in Vancouver. Lee is a qualified cocktail mixologist, semi-professional poker player and snowboarding instructor; basically the career aspirations of many a 12-year-old boy.In this episode we're talking about the adage of 'the grass isn't always greener', and what that means when we apply it to large scale life changes and career choices; how we often project our insecurities into our environment, placing blame in the place rather than ourselves.Bit...
2020-09-071h 43
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 3 - Rick JonesWe've got a doozy of an episode today!Joining me in studio is local renaissance man, Rick Jones.I was introduced to Rick as an incredibly talented and soulful songwriter, but he's known throughout the world as, literally, one of the UK's strongest men. If ever the adage of 'gentle giant' was appropriate, it's here. But don't mistake stoicism and modesty for a lack of conviction, Rick is happy to speak his truth and let others decide how they feel on that. It culminates in a fascinating conversation about life, the natural laws of reality...
2020-08-142h 06
I'm Glad You ExistBreakwater Sausage: Ep 2 - The Good Egg"WHERE DOES THE BEST FULL-ENGLISH BREAKFAST IN JERSEY?!"Calm down, we're on it.Who are 'we'? Co-workers, John Liot and Chris Mutton; one's a Jersey-boy, the other's from the West Country, but both are joined by a love and admiration of the full-English.What began as a work-place discussion (which we were scalded for conducting during business hours) became a journey, an exploration, to find and review every full-English breakfast available in Jersey.Episode 2, a hidden gem on the south coast of St Helier, The Good Egg.-
2020-08-051h 17
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 2 - Linda Louise DuanAnd we're back!It's been a minute but Excessive Rumination is back in your ears. In this episode I'm joined by London-based actor, Linda Louise Duan.Linda is five years into a professional acting career and yet, in such a short amount of time, has already worked with Marvel, acted a stunt performer on Bohemian Rhapsody and is getting pitch meetings with some of the UK's most prominent film and TV producers. She also went to mime school which is both, a thing, and fascinating.Linda is a friend of mine I met...
2020-07-231h 10
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 1 - Jonathan BrookinsIn this episode of Excessive Rumination I'm joined by the show's first guest, all the way from New York City via the magic of the internet, Jonathan Brookins.Jonathan is a professional MMA fighter who won the 12th Season of the reality TV show The Ultimate Fighter, in 2010.In this episode we chat about Jonathan's early career, why he became a fighter, his experience fighting for the world's largest MMA promotion (the UFC) and his spiritual pilgrimage to India after a skid of back-to-back losses in 2011.-Jonathan's podcast, 'The Work'
2020-04-261h 53
I'm Glad You ExistBreakwater Sausage: Episode 1 - The Gunsite"WHERE DOES THE BEST FULL-ENGLISH BREAKFAST IN JERSEY?!"Calm down, we're on it.Who are 'we'? Co-workers, John Liot and Chris Mutton; one's a Jersey-boy, the other's from the West Country, but both are joined by a love and admiration of the full-English.What began as a work-place discussion (which we were scalded for conducting during business hours) became a journey, an exploration, to find and review every full-English breakfast available in Jersey.With an intricate and iron-clad scoring system, John and Chris will deliberate and converse on the pros and...
2020-04-051h 33
I'm Glad You ExistExcessive Rumination: Episode 0 - IntroductionsA new podcast out of Jersey, on mental health, from writer & photographer, John Liot.Excessive Rumination Episode 0 is an introduction to the format of the podcast, as well as some backstory on who your host is.Content Warning: Topics around mental health-Sanctuary by AERØHEAD feat. Idyllic | @aeroheadIdyllic | @nocttMusic promoted by www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unportedcreativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/deed.en_US
2020-03-2711 min