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The Run OutGoalie WarsIt was a weekend for the goaltenders across the NLL, as we saw massive save counts and defensive battles define Week 3. We dive into the Wings' upset over the Mammoth, where Nick Damude’s 53 saves silenced the Colorado offense despite a late push. We also break down Halifax’s gritty overtime win against Buffalo and the Rochester Nighthawks’ absolute domination of the San Diego Seals. Plus, Neil officially claims his "NLL Genius" title after Georgia took down Oshawa, and we look ahead to the first player movement window in the PLL.If you want to jump in on...
2025-12-191h 11
Radio Elton John ⦁ REJ.Worlds01e00 NITM | Neil BarrettPodcaster Neil Barrett joins George Matlock to explain the exciting changes to Silver. Login-free, and full episodes now available free on Silver from REJ.World.
Also Neil explains why he has parked his own podcast to do a fresh show for Radio Elton John called Neil's In The Mix. The new show zooms in and analyses one song of Elton John and Bernie Taupin.
The first episode is released midday on 19 December 2025 and episodes will be released mid-month at Friday lunchtimes. Enjoy!
2025-12-1318 min
The Run OutYour 25-26 NLL Champs Are...This week, we got straight into the biggest debates as the NLL season is officially live! We reveal our full **NLL predictions**, splitting the league into contenders (like Buffalo and Vancouver), those in the playoff hunt, and the bottom dwellers. Neil explains why I think the **Colorado Mammoth** are being severely underestimated. We hit on the biggest surprises from the final roster cuts, including the **Bandits' creative loophole** to keep Ryan Benesch, the retirement of **Kobe Smith**, and the cutting of former NFL player **Casey Rogers**. Plus, we debate why the **NLL schedule is broken** and make our final...
2025-11-261h 19
The Run OutAdam Levi is BACK!Welcome to The Run Out. I’m Neil Barrett, he’s Brandon Hooten. This week, we dissect the controversy surrounding Austin Staats' reinstatement by the NLL and question the transparency of the league's decisions and "second chances." We break down the Mammoth vs. Rock OT battle, talk about why Owen Hilts is already an NLL force, and cover the emotional retirement of legend Dana Dobbie.Then, we get an exclusive interview with Adam Levi (Lacrosse Matrix) who gives his NLL champion pick (Why Vancouver?) and breaks down the impact of major trades like Zed Williams to Roch...
2025-11-211h 28
The Run OutVancouver: Championship or BustThe NLL is officially back, and the transaction frenzy is over! This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten dive into everything that dropped during the chaotic 10-day free agency window. We break down whether Vancouver's aggressive spending makes them championship-or-bust, why the Toronto Rock's youth movement is the most exciting gamble in the league, and if we're all sleeping on the three-time defending champion Buffalo Bandits.Join the Active Roster: If you want to jump in on the conversation, the absolute best way to do that is to join the Lax Lifers Club. That's where we...
2025-11-071h 18
The Run OutEmergency Episode - The NLL CBA!🚨 Emergency Episode: A Deep Dive on the NLL CBA 🚨This week, Neil Barrett and Brandon Hooten hit record for an emergency episode of The Run Out with guest Dawson J. Nielsen, one of the main people keeping fans informed about the NLL’s ongoing Collective Bargaining Agreement negotiations. With the season hanging in the balance, we break down what’s really happening behind closed doors. The sticking points, the progress, and what it all means for players, teams, and the future of box lacrosse.From the potential shift to a 30-game season and the financ...
2025-10-081h 48
The Run OutSL Price - The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of LacrosseThis isn’t just a book about lacrosse; it’s a book about America.This week, Neil sits down with author SL Price to talk about his new book, "The American Game: History and Hope in the Country of Lacrosse". Price digs into the contradictions of lacrosse, from its Indigenous roots and the Haudenosaunee fight for recognition to the sport’s messy culture and its push onto the Olympic stage.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with t...
2025-10-011h 35
The Run Out(Poorly) Predicting the FutureThe CBA is messy, the future is unclear, and we’re making it up as we go.Neil and Brandon break down the latest on the NLL CBA talks before diving into some WAY too early 2026 predictions for the PLL and WLL. From MVP chatter to championship picks, player contracts, and injury concerns, nothing is off the table. The guys also step into the role of “Lacrosse Czar” for a day, debating rule changes, the two-point line in college, and how to restructure the lacrosse calendar to grow the game.The Ru...
2025-09-241h 56
The Run OutThe Best PLL Championship Ever?The PLL Championship delivered — and we’ve got thoughts.Neil and Brandon break down the title game, the WLL announcing a full season, big names from the NLL draft, and the ongoing CBA talks. From league growth to promoting stars, integrating men’s and women’s lacrosse, and the dominance of the Chiefs in the Mann Cup — this one covers it all.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversati...
2025-09-181h 56
The Run OutTJ Strother: From YouTube to the NFLFrom lacrosse fields to the NFL sidelines.Neil sits down with TJ Strother, now a videographer with the Houston Texans, to talk about his journey in sports media. TJ shares how he found his passion, the early days of creating lacrosse content, and the shift to working in pro football. We get into career milestones, the evolution of lacrosse media, advice for up-and-coming creators, and what it’s really like producing content at the highest level. Plus, some nostalgia from his playing days, and where he hopes to take things next.The Run Ou...
2025-09-101h 15
The Run OutSurvive & AdvanceThe PLL semifinals brought fireworks 🎆 Atlas ride Entenmann’s hot hand and a strong midfield past the Dogs, while Denver looks unstoppable after steamrolling the Woods.Neil and Brandon break down both games, from the Water Dogs’ offensive struggles to Brennan O’Neill’s takeover and Luke Weirman winning the stripe battle against TD. Plus: listener mail on the best player since 2010, a wild idea for the two-point line, and Brandon’s experience shooting Air Force football.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game....
2025-09-031h 34
The Run OutWin or Go HomeThe PLL quarterfinals delivered, and we’re breaking it all down.Neil dives into everything shaking up the lacrosse world right now: Zed Williams’ NLL trade, a wild weekend of PLL playoff action, and Canada’s historic U-20 World Championship win. From clutch performances and smart adjustments to what these games mean for the next round (and even next season), this episode hits it all. Plus, some thoughts on the US vs. Canadian development systems — and a big thank you to everyone who’s been listening.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp...
2025-08-2847 min
The Run OutSnubs, Surprises, and FavoritesThe PLL awards race is heating up 🔥, and the NLL is shaking up. What does it all mean?Neil and Brandon dig into the moves, then pivot to the PLL awards race. From MVP to Rookie of the Year, Coach to Comeback, we break down the finalists, the cases for and against them, and what the voting says about how players are valued. We also look at how defensive play fits into the awards picture, the goalie race, and the big moves in the NLL offseason.The Run Out is a l...
2025-08-201h 57
The Run OutBoston Crashes OutThe final weekend of the PLL season did NOT disappoint!Neil’s back from a PLL weekend in Boston, and we’re talking crowd energy, what “home team” means in this league, and why some defenses just couldn’t get stops. Chris Kavanaugh went off, we debate draft steals, and figure out what’s next for the Water Dogs, including the Ward vs. DeLuca question. Plus, Whips vs. Cannons, trade fallout, and quarterfinal predictions that probably won’t age well.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and...
2025-08-131h 36
The Run OutThe Greatest PLL Game Ever?This week on The Run Out, Neil is breaking down one of the most electric weekends of PLL action yet; comebacks, last-second goals, and a game some are calling the best in league history.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runoutpodEmail: runoutpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com...
2025-08-0858 min
The Run OutThe PLL Mecca is...Utah?Utah brought the heat this weekend.Neil and Brandon break down the Redwoods’ big win, Waterdogs-Chaos OT thriller, and the Atlas’ tactical decisions. They hit on the MVP and Rookie of the Year races, debate the Nardella vs. Baptiste faceoff battle, and dive into how the CBA talks could shape the future of the NLL.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com...
2025-07-301h 56
The Run Out2025 Stanley Cup ChampionsAnother wild weekend in the PLL.Neil and Brandon break down the Atlas-Woods battle, Maryland’s comeback win, and the Outlaws-Cannons shootout. They get into the RotY debate, playoff implications, and which team would win the Stanley Cup.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runoutpodEmail: runoutpod@gmail.com
2025-07-231h 48
The Run OutA Hall of Fame WeekendHall of Fame weekend took over Chicago, and it was an all-timer.Neil and Brandon break down all the games, from rookie moments and defensive masterclasses to a few teams quietly falling apart. Plus: Indigenous Heritage jerseys, uniform highs and lows, and some early playoff predictions.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com...
2025-07-161h 39
The Run OutEp. 25 - Fixing All-Star WeekendIt's the 25th episode of The Run Out!Today, Neil and Brandon recap PLL All-Star Weekend. What worked, what didn’t, and how to actually fix the skills comp moving forward. We talk Goalie Wars, the rise of the WLL, and why Brennan O’Neill was born for games like this. Then Neil gives his full breakdown of the upcoming Throwback Weekend uniforms: what hits, what misses, and which jersey belongs in the trash. Spoiler: Carolina gets it. Philly... does not.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp take...
2025-07-091h 43
The Run OutEp. 24 - Parity & ChaosJackson Van Vlake returns to help break down a chaotic Week 5 in the PLL. Neil and Jackson hit every game, from the Outlaws’ big win and McAdory’s big performance to Blaze Riorden dragging Chaos to an upset. They talk roster questions, inconsistent stars, and why this league feels more wide open than ever. Plus: Matt Rambo’s future, goalie rankings, and whether the Waterdogs are actually built for a run.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.K...
2025-07-021h 57
The Run OutEp. 23 - Who's the best team in the PLL?This week on The Run Out, Brandon and Neil break down what's going on with the Rochester Knighthawks and what it could mean for the NLL, before digging into the chaos of PLL week 4 in Baltimore. From the Cannons vs. Chaos showdown to the Whipsnakes' offensive shift and Blaze Riordan's uncharacteristic stumble, it was a weird one. They also talk Rookie of the Year candidates and goalie drama in Maryland. Nothing feels certain in this league, but we are here for it all.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes...
2025-06-251h 33
The Run OutEp. 22 - Are the Whipsnakes....Good?Neil and Brandon dive into a chaotic PLL weekend, breaking down the Waterdogs’ statement win, the Whipsnakes’ bounce-back, and a gritty Archers/Redwoods battle. From standout performances to officiating takes and MVP chatter, it's all on the table.The Run Out is a lacrosse podcast with sharp takes, real talk, and full coverage of the game.Keep up with the conversation: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/runoutpodEmail: runoutpod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more...
2025-06-181h 45
The Run OutEp. 21 - PLL Week 2Jared Bernhardt signed with the Denver Outlaws literally minutes after our last episode. We talk about his fit, his quiet debut, and where he fits in an already stacked attack unit. We also dive into Blaze Riorden’s record-setting performance, Sowers nearly breaking the single-game assist record, and Marcus Holman’s ridiculous game-winner for the Cannons. Plus: thoughts on the new PLL schedule format and why it might be hurting the in-person fan experience.To close things out, we cover a big trade (Sam Handley to the Redwoods), preview upcoming matchups, and revisit some early takes — includ...
2025-06-111h 52
The Run OutEp. 16 - NCAA Chaos & PLL Draft ReactionsThis episode of The Run Out dives into a thrilling conference Championship Weekend in college lacrosse, spotlighting Ohio State’s big B1G win and Colgate’s surprise Patriot League title run. Neil also previews the upcoming NCAA Tournament matchups and makes bold Final Four predictions. Wrapping up, there’s a detailed breakdown of the PLL Draft, including standout picks, puzzling decisions by the Carolina Chaos, and thoughts on team fits heading into the PLL season.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a pass...
2025-05-101h 50
The Run OutGold Rush - Friday Night LightsBetter late than never! In today’s episode, Neil takes you through the Friday night games, from Taylor Moreno’s goalie goal to Brian Costabile’s record-breaking performance and what they mean for their respective leagues. He also looks ahead to the full slate of games on Saturday afternoon and updates his picks for the Golden Stick awards and the championships.Gold Rush is a Championship Series companion podcast brought to you by The Run Out Podcast.Keep up with the conversation:Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodI...
2025-02-1533 min
The Run OutEp. 8 - Kacy Small from Shake School LacrosseToday, we have Kacy Small on the show. Some of you may know him as Coach Kacy. Some of you may know him as CruzWorld Customs. And some of you may just know him from the many fields he has played on across nearly 30 years of playing the game.Kacy is the head women’s lacrosse coach at Bishop Shanahan High School in Pennsylvania, where he has built one of the best programs in the state. He is also the founder of Shake School Lacrosse, an online lacrosse skills training platform where he has trained thousands of...
2025-02-011h 36
The Run OutEp. 7 - Kyle Bennett From OTBToday on the pod, Neil is joined by Kyle Bennett from the OTB Lacrosse Podcast and The Underground Sports Philadelphia Podcast Network. Kyle tells us how he found the game, why he quickly fell in love with it, what he thinks about the NLL season so far, and how he would handle the upcoming PLL draft if he were in charge of his beloved Philadelphia Waterdogs.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet"...
2025-01-222h 11
The Gut DoctorBarrett's Esophagus with Sarah Enslin, PA-CIn this Gut Doctor episode, Dr. Parikh takes on the patient role as PA Sarah Enslin discusses diagnosis and management of Barrett's esophagus. Sarah Enslin is a physician assistant at the University of Rochester Medical Center and Vice Chair of American College of Gastroenterology's Advanced Practice Provider committee. Today’s episode is brought to you by Castle Biosciences, maker of TissueCypher, a test designed to predict the risk of esophageal cancer in patients with Barrett’s esophagus.
2025-01-2116 min
3 prongedA CHAT WITH THE RIGHT HONOURABLE, LORD DEBEN.We are joined by The Right Honourable, Lord Deben, to talk politics and culture, and everything else in between.
2024-12-311h 10
The Run OutEp. 6 - Zed Williams TradedToday on the pod, Neil discusses the WLL branding, how AU Pro Lacrosse's closing might affect the WLL's future, and what the Zed Williams trade means for both the Whipsnakes and the Waterdogs going forward.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet", you are in the right spot.Keep up with the conversation: Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/runoutpodInstagram: https://www.instagram...
2024-12-2028 min
Snake Pit Presents : Breaking Hyman with Morgan and FriendsNeil Barrett | Breaking Hyman with Morgan and Friends | EP 15Morgan talks with musician, filmmaker and stand-up comedian Neil BarrettFollow Breaking Hyman Podcast on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/breakinghymanpod/Follow Snake Pit Studios on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/snakepitstudios_/Follow The Big Pink PP Show on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/thebigpinkppshow/Follow Lords of Film on Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/lordzoffilm/sSupport us on Patreon : Patreon.com/snakepitstudios Subcribe to Snake Pit Studios on Youtube : https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB8DdfBdgoJnNQoZsI1O5MQ
2024-12-161h 00
The Run OutEp. 5 - Andy Towers ResignsLast week, Andy Towers shocked the lacrosse world when he, and his staff, stepped down from his position as the head coach & GM of the Carolina Chaos. In today's episode, we talk about what led to Coach Towers stepping away and where we go from here. We also look at week 2 of the NLL season, and talk about Coach Pietramala's newest recruit to UNC.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet", you are...
2024-12-1242 min
(Don't) Quit Your Day JobEpisode 229 with Pharoah Barrett (Little Caesar): I Guess They Took It Personally Because They Haven’t Called BackIn this episode, Pharoah Barrett of Little Caesar talks about being an Emmy Award winning visual effects artist in Hollywood for his day job, the rise and fall of The Four Horsemen in the 90's, and the realities of touring and making money as a band. Plus, Gain of Funktion, his connection to The Price Is Right, social media, and hanging with Terry Crews
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Paul works a d...
2024-12-1232 min
The Run OutEp. 4 - Kyle HarrisonIn today’s episode, I am joined by the man, the myth, the legend, Mr. K18 himself, Kyle Harrison.Kyle is one of the greatest players to ever pick up a lacrosse stick. But as good of a player as Kyle was on the field, he is arguably an even better person off it.Today, we talk about how Kyle wanted to go to UNC, how his time with the Ohio Machine mirrored his time at Hopkins, what he sees as his role in the game now that he is retired, and much mo...
2024-12-041h 15
The Run OutEp. 3 - Adam LeviJust in time for the start of the NLL season, I am joined by Adam Levy this week and we go all in on the NLL. We talk about how he found his place in the game, he tells me who he thinks will win it all, and then gives me some teams to look at as I try to pick an NLL team.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet", you are...
2024-11-271h 12
The Run OutEp. 2 - The WLL is here!The WLL is here!This week Neil talks about the launch of the WLL and what he expects for the future of the league, does a deep dive into the NLL UnBOXed initiative and how it relates to USA Lacrosse's "Elevate 28" program, and discusses the benefits of NLL+.Welcome to The Run Out. A podcast covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet", you are in the right spot. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...
2024-11-2039 min
The Run OutEpisode 1Welcome to The Run Out. A brand new show covering all things lacrosse. Whether you are a seasoned player, a passionate fan, or just recently found the "fastest game on two feet", you are in the right spot.This week's big headline was the Pat Kavanaugh trade to the Denver Outlaws. Neil takes you through the trade and how it will affect the rest of the league as teams prepare for the 2025 PLL season. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-11-1332 min3 prongedPeople with Hugh Pocock from Cultura Connect In this weeks, episode we engage in a conversation with Hugh Pocock from Cultura Connect We explore strategies for attracting top talent to your organisation, as well as effective methods of retaining employees. Additionally we take a fascinating dive into the realm of wagyu beef. Dont forget to like and subscribe to our podcast.
2024-11-1350 min3 prongedSustainable, livestock systems and global food securityIs livestock farming the key to solve and global food security?
This week we are joined by Professor Mike, Lee, deputy vice chancellor at Harper Adams University. He is a expert in sustainable livestock systems, looking at their role in securing global food security. Whilst protecting environmental health. He has published over 375 research articles and papers, including articles in nature and science.
2024-11-0655 min3 prongedFISCAL FISTING FOR FARMERS AND SMALL BUSINESS OWNERSYesterday saw the biggest tax increases for a generation and the second biggest of all time. This govermant has in an instant given farming a fiscal fisting. Join us as we chew this over with Sophie Alpin alongside Chris Flav and Neil in this bonus pod.
2024-10-311h 013 prongedLets talk meat with Norman Bagley.Norman Bagley is Head of Policy at the well-respected multi-award-winning trade body The Association of Independent Meat Suppliers. Originally a livestock auctioneer for 35 years, originally in the Welsh Borders and then from 1985 at a farmer-owned auction at Ripon
Since its inception in 2001, AIMS has grown to become a highly-regarded, leading trade body representing the red and white meat sector and food service across the British Isles. This journey has been steered by Bagley’s expertise, unwavering dedication, and a passion for excellence that has helped set the highest standards in the industry.
2024-10-301h 093 prongedFlav, Chris and Neil talk mega farmsIn todays epersode we talk mega farms and how the consumer view farming based on Riverfords farmwashing campaign.
2024-10-2344 min
3 prongedIts Coming Home ( obviously, it didn't)We're joined by British sports journalist & author Tom Fordyce to chat a few things about farming and all things sport. And we think it's coming home!
2024-10-061h 00
3 prongedAward winning wines with Emily Addicott-Sauvao
In recent times, farmers have been urged to diversify in order to make businesses more viable. Emily has taken diversification to a different level by not only starting a vineyard but also winning a number of awards along the way.
2024-10-061h 08
3 prongedHalal Meat Marketing. with DrAwal Fuseini.What makes meat qualify as halal? Why is there so much negativity about halal meat in the UK? Is it a market UK farmers are ignoring? Can UK farmers benefit from halal meat sales throughout the year as opposed to just Eid al-Fitr & Eid al-Adha?
2024-10-0655 min
3 prongedNeil, Amie Burke, Chri... | Feb 25, 2024 002Why is inclusivity so important? Join us as we speak to Amie Burke, Inclusivity Programme Manager at IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution). Amie has over a decade of experience working in the agriculture and is passionate about people, inclusiveness and driving behavioural change.
2024-10-0649 min
3 prongedNO FARMS. NO FOOD. WITH CHARLES GOADBY
Recently, farmers have felt the need to take matters into their own hands when it comes to looking for supply chain fairness. From protests to online campaigns, some farmers have decided enough is enough.
2024-10-0649 min
3 prongedFarm, tenancies and new entrants with Chris and ZoeDoes the farming industry need to create more opportunities to allow new entrants into the industry to bring their zeal and entrepreneurship? Are farm in tenancies long enough??? Is being in a new entrant, a pro or a con in farming?? Can we use the positives of social media to push our industry forward?? Kent, based farmers, Chris and Zoe help us to answer these questions.
2024-09-231h 03
Happy Hour Harmonica PodcastDavid Barrett interviewDavid Barrett joins me on episode 118.David is based in San Jose, California, where he took lessons from Gary Smith from age 16, in addition to learning from great harmonica recordings. He started teaching harmonica himself from age 18 and has become one of the foremost harmonica educators around, with his BluesHarmonica.com website an invaluable resource. He ran the School of Blues for twenty years and has written over seventy instructional books, DVDs and CDs.David has four albums to his name, including two albums where he has collaborated with other harmonica players. These albums showcase his dedication t...
2024-08-2459 min
Tuna SandwichCome Sail Away with Neil deGrasse TysonToday, we take a journey back to The Golden Record, for I have thought a lot about the question of "what song should we add to the Golden Record for distant alien races to discover??" .... what lyrical composition can encapsulate the hamartia of human existence? joining us is the great astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson, who has a compelling answer to this question..Written & Produced by Rachel BarrettMusic by https://www.purple-planet.com/Come Sail Away by STYX Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2024-06-2008 min
The HMO Property ShowEp. 50 - Neil and Jo Gibb: Building Success in Property Investment and Making a DifferenceHelp Shape The HMO Property Show! Tell us what you love, what you'd change, and what topics you want next. Take our quick survey here: https://wkf.ms/419QNLa We are super excited to introduce to you all our 50th Episode of the HMO Property Show! Join us as Kim Barrett takes over the booth and interviews our very own dynamic duo behind the show, Neil and Jo Gibb. Discover the fascinating journey that led Neil and Jo to where they are today. From their construction backgrounds to their relocation to Australia, their...
2023-08-2343 minThe Gut DoctorBarrett's Esophagus with David Chaletsky, MDDr. Parikh talks Barrett's esophagus with David Chaletsky. Dr. Chaletsky manages one of the largest Barrett's esophagus treatment programs in New England. They discuss how acid reflux leads to Barrett's, how endoscopy is used to make the diagnosis, which lifestyle changes can delay disease progression and when to pursue treatment options such as radio-frequency ablation.
2022-03-1711 min
The Bright Blu Dot PodcastNeil Barrett goes 'from desk to dirt' Global Senior Vice President, Corporate Sustainability, to Regenerative Farmer caring for the soil in Australia.In this interview we feature Neil Barrett, a Friend of Bright Blu Dot, who brings 10 years of experience as global senior vice president for sustainable development in a multinational corporation. Neil is now an Australian regenerative farmer, edible plant overlooker, cowherd, swineherd and poulterer, dungaree wearer, farmer of purpose, Namoorook Farm custodian, dream curator and world citizen.
2022-02-1508 min
I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 42 - Jewel Box Companion 1: Bernie's Letter
The first of six 'Jewel Box Companion' episodes. It's taken me a while to get to grips with all of the extra new material and versions that we have been treated to. I've boiled it down into six relatively short playlists, and I'm going to be introducing them, one by one, and providing a little context and interpretation where I can.
'Chapter 1' is focused on the first set of lyrics, sent by Bernie to Liberty Records in June 1967, in response to their call for talent. It features some short snippets of an interview that I have c...
2021-06-071h 05I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 41 - Old Friends
It's the 50th Frenniversary!
Elton's 4th album was a pick-and-mix, with three pastoral pop songs from the same mould as the Elton John Album, two spiky rock songs that kept the Tumbleweed rolling, and a 10 minute long Buckmaster-stroke, thrown in for good measure. While it is an uneven listen, it contains some of Elton's finest music.
The album gets some of the respect that it's due in this episode, by way of interviews, reviews, rare audio, and covers.
2021-03-071h 07
Around The HousesEpisode 3: Mary BarrettSend us a textMary Barrett is based in Singapore and after a 22 year Corporate career with Barclays and BMW started her own business in 2004 now named Mary Barrett Global. Mary is a Mindset Coach and Podcaster - 'A Cup of Tea with Mary B' where she has conversations with ‘ordinary’ people achieving extraordinary things. Mary is also a proud mother to two lovely young children. Today we have invited Mary to our podcast as a mother, business owner and expat in Asia to tell her story…Email: neil@ukmortgages.com.hkWeb: ht...
2021-03-0523 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 40 - Tumbleweed Connection at 50 (part 2) with John Higgins and Peter Thomas
Here we are at last! This is the concluding part of the Tumbleweed Conversation I had with John Higgins, Elton's Legacy Consultant and Feature Writer at eltonjohn.com, and Peter Thomas, founder of pmc-speakers.com and Elton collector extraordinaire. Once again, I invite you to accompany us on our ramble along the timeline, all the way to the Troubadour.
The image from the episode comes from this current auction, which is for a set of handwritten 'Parish Magazines', written and illustrated by Bernie and his brother Tony in 1960-61, that are packed with references to the Wild W...
2021-02-182h 09
Highland Radio Business MattersBusiness Matters Ep 22 – David Daly & Neil BarrettBusiness Matters Presenter Ciaran O’Donnell
In this week’s podcast, Ciaran O’Donnell speaks to Cork financial advisor, David Daly, who could be the vital link for people from Donegal and the North West looking to recoup large amounts of money lost on Spanish property.
Ciaran also talks to Letterkenny gym owner, Neil Barrett, about pulling up the shutters again at his Fit-Hub Gym at Pinehill Business Park as the country moves from Level 5 to Level 3 restrictions.
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2020-12-0235 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 39 - Tumbleweed Connection at 50 with John Higgins and Peter Thomas
I am very thankful to John Higgins, Elton's Legacy Consultant and Feature Writer at eltonjohn.com, and Peter Thomas, founder of pmc-speakers.com and Elton audio expert, who both joined me for this episode of the podcast.
We got together for a marathon conversation (this is just part one), where we untangled the various strands of the timeline that brought the Tumbleweed Connection album into being.
You will hear some of my almost-instrumental 'mixes' (they make use of the 5.1 release) which are designed to throw the songs into relief. You will also hear some of th...
2020-11-301h 55
The OperatorsS2E6: Expensify CEO David Barrett on Telling 10 Million Customers to Vote for Joe BidenOne week before the presidential election, Expensify founder and CEO David Barrett made a decision that ultimately landed him in the headlines of Bloomberg, CBS News, Business Insider, etc. He sent an email urging all Expensify customers to vote for Joe Biden, stating directly that a vote against Biden is a 'vote against democracy.'
Given that Expensify sells expense management software, it was a shock for customers and investors alike when 10 million people received emails with such an overtly political message. On election day last week, Neil sat down with David to talk over this bold de...
2020-11-1250 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 38 - Tumbleweed Connection Covered
It's all go in Eltonland! The label have marked the 50th anniversary of Tumbleweed with a reissue of the album on green vinyl, plus an entirely unexpected companion 10" single, featuring the unearthed almost 8 minute long original version of Come Down in Time, backed with a full band DJM demo of Ballad of a Well Known Gun. Everything is available, along with a range of Tumbleweed merch, over at the EltonJohn.com shop, and John Higgins' fascinating anniversary article about Tumbleweed can also be found there now.
Since the album is often felt to be the musician's Elton J...
2020-10-311h 26I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 37 - 'Elton John' at 50 (Part 2) with John Higgins and Skaila Kanga
Here's the rest of my track by track breakdown with John Higgins of the 'Elton John' album. The album lit a fuse. Four and a half months later, Elton exploded at the Troubadour. John and I got to talk about some of the strides and the mis-steps that were taken along the way.
John is Feature Writer at www.eltonjohn.com as well as Elton's Legacy Consultant. Elton fans can thank him for the exceptional 50th anniversary articles he's been writing, and show him love and eternal recognition for finding a way, alongside Daryl Easlea f...
2020-10-132h 06I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 36 - Jewel Box Joy
Well it's finally happened. I've got pretty much everything I've ever asked for, and probably a bit more. In this quickie episode, I dip into the mind-bending rarities track-list, and talk about what's new and what's not.
All of the details can be found at the Elton John website.
2020-09-1722 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 35 - 'Elton John' at 50 with John Higgins
Enormous thanks to John Higgins - Feature Writer for the eltonjohn.com website - who came onto the podcast to share his love for the 'Black Album', and to tell me some of the stories that he'd been able to hear during interviews that he carried out with Paul Buckmaster and Gus Dudgeon about their work on the project.
We listened through some 'mixes' that I've made of the tracks, making use of the separate channels in the 5.1 mixes, which I feel make for a pleasing new outlook onto some of Elton's densest material.
Apologies to...
2020-08-291h 40I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 34 - Fantasy Residency and More Songs They Gave Away
In this episode I apologise for my absence; make some excuses; review the autobiography, in a limited sense; talk about the way that the book, the film and reality interact in one case; accept that I was wrong in another; mentally stage a residency, made up of Elton's deep cuts; all before the main event, which is a follow up to episode 14 - The Songs They Gave Away. In that sense, it's a bit of a grab-bag.
Prepare for the familiar to sound very different, in the hands of other artists, and also for some songs that...
2020-02-011h 14
80sography - 80s music interviewsElton John (part 4, Odds & Sods & Interview with Neil Barrett)And the Elton journey has endethed (breathes sigh of relief..) and we have our summary episode and also an interview with Neil Barrett, host of the premium EJ podcast, “I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John Podcast”. 00:00: The Elton interview03:25: The Summary06:36: The Worst 5 EJ Songs of the 80s07:39: The Top 10 Best EJ Songs of the 80s08:36: The Album Rankings09:39: The Interview with Neil Barrett43:30: The EJ Fan Feedback46:55: The Further Listening/Recommendations/Thanks Thing51:11: The Tro...
2020-01-2055 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 33 - Anett Murray Interview
This episode starts off with a Rocketman competition, courtesy of Paramount Home Media (here is the prize pack that's up for grabs) before the main event, an interview with Anett Murray, wife of Dee Murray, and a big part of the Elton John family during the first half of the seventies.
Anett tells us some fascinating stories of life at home and on the road with Dee. I would like to thank her for sharing her memories with the podcast. Add in some wonderful music, and we have here a very special episode!
The photograph...
2019-08-241h 24I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 32 - Mysteries of Elton
Welcome aboard the Mystery Machine, as we take a Flight of Fancy into the unknown corners of Elton's musical world. In this episode, I investigate the spookiest, dustiest corners of discogs, I search for the bootlegs that don’t even exist in our reality, and I uncover the songs that live only in the memories of people who say that they have heard them.
Several pieces of music, where the level of Elton’s involvement is disputed, are played in the episode. You can listen to the songs again, and vote, using this online form, to record your o...
2019-07-221h 10I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 31 - Empty Sky at 50
Empty Sky, Elton’s debut album, and also his most honest, laid-back sounding set of songs, hit the shelves 50 years ago this month. It didn’t make much impact at the time, but it is greatly loved, both by fans, and by the people that created it.
This episode tells the story of the album through interviews with the gang of ‘lost boys’ who were credited on the sleeve – Elton, Bernie, Caleb, Steve Brown and David Larkham. In the process, their musical influences are identified, the lyrics are analysed, and the music is teased apart to reveal what lies u...
2019-06-171h 40I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 30 - Listening Session with Peter Thomas
You are invited to a very special listening session and conversation with Peter Thomas, the preeminent Elton John collector and archivist.
Peter Thomas, in his role as founder of monitor and speaker company PMC, has worked with the finest studios, mastering houses and broadcasters in the world. He has a passion for sound quality, and this extends into his hobby, which is researching and collecting Elton's earliest and most obscure recordings.
In this episode you will get to hear some snippets of Peter's favourite acquisitions, as well as the histories around the acetates and reels o...
2019-04-182h 06I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 29 - Top of the Charts with a ROCKET, ft. The Lambrettas
This episode counts down the 15 biggest non-Elton singles on Rocket, and in the process, tells the story of the label, attempts to define the Rocket sound (spoiler - there isn’t one), and draws out the connections with Elton’s music, where these exist. The chart itself can be viewed here.
Thanks to Doug Sanders from The Lambrettas, who was interviewed for this episode, and gave some wonderful insight into what it was like to be the most successful Rocket artist (apart from Elton perhaps) at the turn of the eighties. The full interview can be found here...
2019-03-061h 10I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 28 - Alternate Versions, Mixes and Edits
This episode revels in the obscure, picking up the curios in the discography, studying them, and making an attempt at explaining them. Here are the early versions, the erroneous edits that never should have been heard, the remixes, the rough mixes and the acoustic mixes.
The highlight of this episode, for me, is the mono mix of Hymn 2000, which is played in full. Empty Sky in mono is so rare, it was thought for years not to exist at all.
You will have heard some of these, I'm sure, but I would be very surprised...
2019-02-191h 08I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 27 - Breaking Down 'Passengers'
This is the story of Elton's personal redemption, through the prism of the song 'Passengers', the UK top 5 hit single with the unique songwriting credit - Elton, Bernie, Davey and South African musician Phineas Mkhize.
This episode follows Elton from the lows of being placed on the UN's cultural blacklist in 1983, for playing at Sun City, to the highs of being recognised as Harvard's 'Man of the Year' for his charity work, particularly in Africa, in 2017.
At the heart of the episode is an email interview with Phineas' son Bennett. His story helps us to c...
2019-02-0548 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 26 - Rare Masters Vol. 2 (Part 2)
In this episode, I finish going through the imaginary box-set. First, I detail all of the non-album tracks that were released between 1984 and 1990 (CD3 of the collection that I have programmed), and I then go on to discuss the rarities that might find their way onto Rare Masters Vol. 2 (annexed off onto CD4).
If you're inspired enough to get some of your singles out, to see how they compare against the transfers I've used in this episode, let me know how it turns out. I would love to hear some improved transfers of this material. It looks...
2019-01-221h 12I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 25 - Rare Masters Vol. 2 (Part 1)
The Elton John Podcast with the unwieldy name goes where the record company dare not go - Rare Masters Vol. 2. We all loved the first volume when it came out, and many of us have been going grey waiting for the next instalment. It didn't look like it was going to happen, so I've just gone ahead and done it.
All of the non-album A and B-sides recorded between 1976 and 1990 have been collected and collated, and three wonderful CDs are the result. Unfortunately it's not actually available - the best I can do to provide this is th...
2019-01-081h 21I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 24 - David Larkham Interview
Another treat - an interview with David Larkham – the man who controlled the visual element of the classic albums, liaising with Steve Brown, Bernie, Elton and others to bring their ideas to life.
David was there at Steve Brown’s house in 68/69 with Bernie and Elton, hanging out; he was there at the Troubadour, taking photos; he was out there in Jamaica, waiting for the studio to be ready like everyone else; on tour; in Caribou… You name it – he was there. He’s still involved in bringing together the imagery that is central to Elton’s farewell tou...
2018-11-201h 12I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 23 - Bernie's Auction - What We've Learned
In this episode, I attempt to play (and sing in one case) the three ‘new’ songs from 1967 that have come to light via Bernie’s upcoming auction. I also go through the working lyrics that Bernie is selling in New York on the 9th of November, and talk about what they tell us about Bernie’s process.
You can currently download the pdf featuring the lyric sheets here (click on the download arrow at the bottom of the page).
2018-10-3148 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 22 - Caleb Quaye Interview
I was lucky enough to be able to spend more than an hour in the company of the brilliant Caleb Quaye. Without Caleb, there would be no Elton John as we know him. He got Elton and Bernie the gig with Dick James, and it was his audacious approach to using Dick James' studio that made it possible for Elton to take his first, extraordinary musical steps there in 1967 and 1968. His guitar work is legendary - the man is essentially a virtuoso - and it's his playing that makes those first four Elton John albums sing.
Please...
2018-10-201h 25I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEppsisode 21 - Stuart Epps Interview
Stuart Epps is Elton John royalty! He was a huge part of the team that worked together to bring Elton out from the sidelines of Tin Pan Alley, into megastardom. He saw that process first hand, working in a variety of different roles. Here he tells his story.
Stuart's brand new audiobook can be ordered from his website.
The rarity that I play in the episode is the Steve Brown produced version of 'Take Me To The Pilot' from Olympic Studios, recorded in something like August / September 1969.
2018-09-231h 01I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 20 - Elton's Buried Treasure vol. 2
In this episode the cake is unbaked, and every ingredient of the Elton John recipe is celebrated. Complex drum and percussion sounds are unpicked, backing vocals are highlighted, lead vocals are isolated, and previously buried piano tracks are brought to the surface.
A few techniques are used. As well as the out of phase stereo technique, (used extensively in episode 1), I make use of isolated channels from the 5.1 surround sound remixes, as well as multitracks of some songs, breaking them down and building them back up, track by track.
2018-09-1556 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 19 - Early Cover Versions of Elton's Music
It's well known that Elton and Bernie spent their formative years trying to write hits for other artists, while trying to find their own voice. This episode tells the story of Elton and Bernie's early years through the prism of those early cover versions.
Included are the 'surprise' number 3 hit in New Zealand in 1969, the song on the US Top 10 Gold album that gave them the breathing space they needed as they went about planning the second album, and the cover by a fellow songwriter, 50 years ago this week, that gave them the encouragement to carry on th...
2018-08-1955 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 18 - Elton's Anonymous Cover Versions - ft. Dana Gillespie
In his formative years as a session musician, in fact even after the recording of his third album, Elton earned some extra cash recording cover versions of the hits of the day, anonymously, for budget record labels. These long player albums retailed at around the same price as a regular single, and they would be rushed out to share the shelves with their 'legitimate' counterparts. Until the record labels worked out that they could make money by making compilations out of the actual recordings, these records sold in their millions.
For years, these records sat at the back of...
2018-07-3055 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 17 - The New Routes of Davey Johnstone - 1971-73
The second of a two-part biography of Davey Johnstone's early musical history.
Davey's range, and his scope for development, were apparent to all at his first Elton John session, for Holiday Inn. Elton wasn't going to let a talent like Davey slip through his fingers.
This episode takes in Davey's astonishing work for Madman, Honky Chateau and Don't Shoot Me, his early live work with the band, the sessions that he continued to do, and tracks from his solo album, released in 1973. Some tracks are presented in centre extraction, in order to highlight Davey's parts.
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2018-05-1445 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 16 - The Folk Roots of Davey Johnstone - 1951-71
The first of a two-part biography of Davey Johnstone's early musical history.
Just three years after getting his first guitar, a 14-year-old Davey could be found in folk clubs around Scotland, a class apart from the groups of seasoned musicians who welcomed him. At 17 he moved to London. He quickly found his home on the road and in the studio, where he was becoming an in-demand session player.
I would like to thank the YouTube channel 'The Sessions' for very kindly giving me permission to use their interview with Davey. Their channel can be found here.
2018-05-1353 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 15 - Ego at 40
24 months passed between the recording sessions for Crazy Water, and those for Elton's next (major) single, the angry, jagged Ego. From the sound of the record, Elton hadn't been able to find much solace in the interim. Ego twists with the energy of a tantrum. It's dark and humourous, petulant and self-mocking, all at once.
Backed with Flintstone Boy, a lightly subversive slice of queer country music, this single was Elton's state of the nation address for Spring 1978, and a real artistic statement. Unfortunately for Elton, punk had come, the new wave was in the ascendancy, and yo...
2018-03-2146 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 14 - The Songs They Gave Away
Elton wrote a lot of incredible music over the years, in fact, more than he needed at some points of his career. This is the story of the songs that Elton gave away, either by design, or by default. Two of Elton's demos are featured - both of them are significant upgrades in terms of sound quality over what generally circulates.
2018-03-0459 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 13 - I've Been Loving You (For Precisely 50 Years)
50 years ago today, on the 1st of March 1968, a 20-year-old Elton released his first solo single, 'I've Been Loving You', on Philips. Today's episode is an all-encompassing celebration of that moment, telling the story through the people around Elton, and the music they were making at the time. Two practically impossible rarities are included to mark the moment.
2018-03-0149 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 12 - Bernie's Early Themes - '67-'69
A thematic analysis of Bernie's early work, with a particular focus on his songs about incarceration and exile. One very special rarity is included.
2018-02-2539 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 11 - The Greatest Covers
If you like Elton John songs, then you'll probably like these relatively obscure renditions of Elton John songs, by musicians who tried to do something original with the material.
2018-02-1448 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 10 - The One - 25 And A Half Years On
Elton came back from rehab stronger than ever at the end of 1991. Here, in review, is the album that he brought back from the brink with him. The context, the music, the lyrics, the instrumentation - it's all given the analysis it deserves in this episode
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2018-02-101h 10I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 9 - At Home With Sheila and Reg
A tribute to Elton's first musical mentor - his mother Sheila. This episode is a trip through the music of the 1950s that was dear to Sheila, to her mum Ivy, and to Reg. On the way, we take in the story of how Reg came to play the piano, and get an idea of the pieces of music that were in his early repertoire. We go all the way up to 1962, when Little Reg sees Little Richard live, and the 'Elton John' touchpaper is lit.
2017-12-3150 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 8 - Dee Murray Love-In
Dee Murray was a truly innovative force in the Elton John band. In this episode I look at what made him special, from the jigsaw puzzle of ideas that Dee and Elton threw around in the 3-piece band; taking in the almost-soul of Philadelphia Freedom; and beyond, into the 1980s. A biographical, loving, and detailed look at the work of the man that made the music we love even lovlier. And all of this without mentioning his incredible backing vocals once (ooops).
Homemade bass transcriptions from YouTube are used throughout to highlight the parts – thank you so much...
2017-12-1152 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 7 - Reconstructing 'A Song For Europe 1969'
I attempt to piece together the weekly Saturday evening TV shows, hosted by the impish Lulu, that led up to the UK's selection being made for the 1969 Eurovision Song Contest, and follow up the progress of the careers of the six sets of songwriters who got through to that final stage. Whatever became of them?
2017-11-2539 min
The Cinematologists Podcast(Bonus) Alex Barrett & London SymphonyLondon Symphony is the latest feature film from director Alex Barrett. This bonus episode features a short interview with Alex and a post screening Q&A both recorded when Alex visited the School of Film & Television at Falmouth University recently. Below are links to the film and where to see it. London Symphony (Official Site)London Symphony on BFI Player (with Mark Kermode intro)London Symphony at Flicker Alley (Worldwide DVD) This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other su...
2017-11-2158 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 6 - Cool As Christmas - Collaborations That Make Elton Cooler
Elton's not always seen as a particularly cool musician to be a fan of. Lots of well-respected artists have no problem associating themselves with him though. In this episode, I go through those collaborations and connections, and pick out the ones, some more obscure than others, which, I feel, elevate Elton's position as an innovative creative force.
2017-11-1847 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 5 - Don't Say It With 'Diamonds'
This week, Elton released another greatest hits collection, to somehow celebrate his and Bernie's 50 year anniversary of writing together. In this episode I look at 12 'genuine diamonds' - products that would actually be essential purchases for anyone who already owns the mainstream EJ releases. In the end I just make myself a bit angry - there's so much not being released, and we get this basic greatest hits....
2017-11-1244 minI Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 4 - It Was 40 Years Ago Today, Grumpy Elton Sacked The Band On Stage
This is the story of the band that Elton essentially sacked, live on stage, entirely out of the blue.
40 years ago, Elton played a charity gig at Wembley Pool. The band were expecting him to announce that he was going out on tour again, with them as his backing band. A very different announcement was made. In this episode we work out what led Elton to make that decision.
Here's a picture of the band in question. Here's the setlist.fm page for the night. Here's the full show on YouTube.
2017-11-0337 min