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Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 16: Played once... that'll doShane continues his Phister-thon (don't say that out loud) by trying Great Western Trail New Zealand. Where will it sit amongst the other GWT games?? Steve got the hotness of Endeavor Deep Sea to the table. Does it live up to the hype? The news is very exciting as the Garhil sercet project gets discussed, as well us the upcoming sequel to A Feast for Odin, The Danes.The topic is all about games you played once, and that was enough - not necessarily for bad reasons, but sometimes so.
2025-08-071h 09Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 15: Crossover with On Board Games!Erik from On Board Games joins the pod in a crossover! We discuss games, and dive into psychology in board games.Cheers Erik for joining!
2025-08-011h 18
Trusty HogsEp197. SUNIL PATEL / Sofas, Skodas & Saint Cans DayWe couldn't end the pod without having some old friends back in the sty, and especially not without a visit from Helen's long-suffering ex-housemate and podcast favourite Sunil Patel...FOLLOW SUNIL: @SunilPatelSolutionsHOGS MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little pi...
2025-07-311h 00
Trusty HogsEp196. PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTA major Parish Announcement for this week's episode as Helen and Catherine are finally reunited having both wrapped on their respective TV shows...HOGS MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSN...
2025-07-241h 00Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 14: Playcon recap, plus what we think Brick and mortar stores need to doShane has just returned from Playcon, and it sounds like he had a pretty decent time! We also recap out Spiel Des Jahres predictions, and finish with a long chat about brick and mortar stores, and what they can do to stay relevant.
2025-07-231h 12Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 13: Grail Games - well, sort ofShane has had a week to forget... except for a stroll into EB Games, and we discuss Grail Games, while neither of us has many.
2025-07-1739 min
Trusty HogsEp195. OLGA KOCH / Babies, Berries & Birthday GirlsWe have a romantic episode for you this week from perfect proposals to risqué age-gap dalliances. Slip on a sensible show and enjoy brilliant podcast fave OLGA KOCH alongside Catherine and returning guest co-host Rose Johnson…FOLLOW OLGA: @Kolga300FOLLOW ROSE: @RoseJohnnoNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to...
2025-07-171h 05
Trusty HogsEp194. ADAM DRAKE / Spillages, Sketch Comedy & Sperm DonationWe're popping a podcast cherry this week with a first foray into the medium for ADAM DRAKE! Adam is brilliant writer, comedian and star of beloved sketch groups such as Goose & Tarot. He joins Catherine & guest co-host Chloe for a wide-ranging and very fun chat...FOLLOW TAROT: @TarotComedy1NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs...
2025-07-101h 27
Trusty HogsEp193. CHRISTOPHER HALL / Parents, Pop Stars & Peanut ButterKnown for his hilarious backing singer sketches, today's guest takes centre stage this time around for a catch up with Catherine & Chloe: the brilliant Christopher Hall. We chat everything from major milestone moments to the Jonas Brothers...FOLLOW CHRIS: @Chrxstopher.HallFOLLOW CHLOE: @ChloePettsNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all...
2025-07-031h 07
Trusty HogsEp192. AMY ANNETTE / Cricket, Cars and Workplace CrushesRoles reverse this week as Helen heads off on set whilst Catherine returns to the helm with Chloe Petts guest co-hosting and the brilliant Amy Annette in the hot seat!FOLLOW AMY: @TheAmyAnnetteFOLLOW CHLOE: @ChloePettsNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless...
2025-06-261h 20
Trusty HogsEp191. MAISIE ADAM / Lorraine, Leeds & Living off the LandFresh from her SoccerAid 2025 victory, the brilliant Maisie Adam joins Helen this week as our stand-in Catherine for a wide ranging chat on everything from dating woes to going off grid...FOLLOW MAISIE: @MaisieAdamNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like th...
2025-06-191h 06Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 12:More predictions, and Steve falls further down the train voidWelcome to Episode 12 of Mate Let's Play. This episode, Steve and Shane discuss recently played games and dive again into predictions for industry awards. This time, it is the 18th annual Dice Tower awards!
2025-06-1455 min
Trusty HogsEp190. CHLOE PETTS / Bullies, Breast Lifts & Brotherly LoveCatherine has returned to Tenerife for some more filming, so we have the straw fedora'd legend and everyone's favourite honorary Hog in her place today: CHLOE PETTS!FOLLOW CHLOE: @ChloePettsNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 St...
2025-06-121h 11
Trusty HogsEp189. Football, Film Sets & Flying VisitsCatherine returns on a flying visit from the Canary Islands to tell us all about the luxury of an actor's life. Meanwhile, Helen is looking forward to a few weeks in Croydon and Slough...NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little pi...
2025-06-051h 03Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 11: We are back... and awful at predictionsIn ep 11, we see just who is out of touch with the BGG community more, as we see who predicted more winners in the BGG Awards. Then, not to be down for long, we predict the Spiel nominees!Shane had great and not-so-great experiences at Briscon, and we have both played a slew of games since the last episode, so tune in!
2025-06-0352 min
Trusty HogsEp188. TIM KEY & SAM CAMPBELL / Working, Whining & Wallis IslandTwo cult comedy legends and absolute agents of chaos join us this week, but thankfully Helen's at the helm to keep us all grounded... Tim Key & Sam Campbell run amok with Catherine away in Tenerife!FOLLOW TIM: @TimKeyPoetFOLLOW SAM: @McDonaldsComedyNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to...
2025-05-291h 11
Trusty HogsEp187. MAILBAG SPECIALSummer is upon us and these sweaty swines are delving once more into the Trusty Hogs mailbag for problems on everything from wedding invites to the Argos catalogue… NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https...
2025-05-2252 min
Trusty HogsEp186. IAN SMITH / Dynasties, DIY & Dr PepperA guest that's been a long time coming, it's the silly, lovable and charming IAN SMITH! Meanwhile we plan an exposé on big brand dupes and help a listener in the depths of DIY disaster…FOLLOW IAN: @IanSmithComedyNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you...
2025-05-151h 13Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 10: Our BGG Awards predictionsShane and Steve go through the list of games nominated for awards in this years BGG Awards. We pick 2 games each - the one we want to win and the one we think will win. At the time of recording, the awards had not yet been announced, and on our next episode we will score up who predicted better!
2025-05-1248 min
Trusty HogsEp185. Books, Beds & Beanie BabiesA long awaited and exciting update this week, featuring paint mixing, key calamities and family visits 🏡 PLUS, we give some fashion advice…NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSN...
2025-05-0853 minMate! Let's PlayEpisode 9: El Paso deep diveSteve and Shane have both been playing the new Great Western Trail game, El Paso. Does Shane's hatred of all former GWT games continue? And can Steve feel like he is making good decisions for once in a GWT game?Huge thanks to VR Distribution for providing us each with a copy to play.
2025-05-071h 05Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 8: Designers and tariffsYes, tariffs need to be discussed. What impact do we think we will feel in Australia?We also discuss our favourite designers, and what stands out about them.Also, lots of games, and even a dive into Warhammer!
2025-05-021h 05
Trusty HogsEp184. LEILA NAVABI / Birthdays, Babies & Biscuit TinsWe welcome rising star actor, writer and comedian Leila Navabi to the podcast this week for a fun romp through all things babies, birthdays and biscuit tins...FOLLOW LEILA: @LeilaDoesInstaNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 St...
2025-05-011h 10
Comeback Coach104 - COMEBACK – Samantha Downes – The Express - it's OK to be ambitious - ditching freelance for employment - is your career in bloom?Ask me a QHello Bright Minds, my guest today is 53 year old journalist Samantha Downes, who last year took up the post of senior news reporter at The Express after many years working freelance. She joined The Express in November after specialising in pensions and investment journalism as an investigative reporter for both trade and national publications including the Financial Times, City AM, and Pensions Expert. She’s a mother of two teenage girls and writes about midlife, parenting and money issues for her own substack. She’s written two books and has another under...
2025-04-3050 min
Trusty HogsEp183. MAILBAG SPECIALA juicy mailbag special this week featuring lots of brilliant new correspondences and a massive update from a previous problem...NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSN...
2025-04-241h 03Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 7: Top 10 solo games!That's right, the Aussie Solo Gamer is here to count down his favourite solo games, and Steve is doing it too.If you are in Brisbane, it is not too late to get yourself to Briscon! Come along and play loads of games over 2 days with Shane and other great members of the community.
2025-04-2156 min
Trusty HogsEp182. DRUNK HOGS / Belly Buttons, Bubble Writing & BoozeIt's the clash of the podcast titans, as Taylor and Hannah from Drunk Women Solving Crime and Helen and Catherine - otherwise known as the Trusty Hogs - join forces to mash up their two epic formats while bring us all the chat you'll ever need (or want) about belly button health, before 'solving' a scam based true crime case, in which we find out if owning a cat is the best deterrent for this kind of criminal activity. The team then goes on to give some sage advice to someone in need of relationship guidance. Is bubble writing t...
2025-04-1859 minMate! Let's PlayEpisode 6: Our greatest board gaming experiencesJoin Shane and Steve as they reminisce about their top 10 board gaming experiences!
2025-04-171h 30
Trusty HogsEp181. PATRICK SPICER / Swimwear, Semen & Small Town CelebsWith Catherine away, the unenviable task of bringing some law and order to the podcast falls to returning guest host Rose Johnson. Will she keep us on track or will Helen run amok with first time guest Patrick Spicer...FOLLOW PATRICK: @PatrickSpicerFOLLOW ROSE: @RoseJohnnoNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on...
2025-04-101h 10Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 5: Another top 10 list. This time it's their go-to's for board game contentJoin Shane and Steve as they discuss their top 10 Go-To's for board game content, as well as discussing games they have been playing, and any news that is on their radar.
2025-04-041h 15
Trusty HogsEp180. Diaries, Dilemmas & Deepest FearsFrom gratitude journals to stolen diaries, we're getting right into it this week with sincerity, love and a lot of chat about squirting…NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSN
2025-04-0358 minMate! Let's PlayEpisode 4: Top 10 card gamesShane and Steve discuss their favourite card games of all time, as well as discussing some games they've been playing. Steve has been loading up Moose with dynamite to save humankind!
2025-03-291h 18
Trusty HogsEp179. KIELL SMITH-BYNOE / Gambling, Guinness & GravyHot of the heels of St Patrick's Day, we welcome back to the podcast the brilliant KIELL SMITH-BYNOE (Ghosts, Taskmaster, Great British Sewing Bee)! We talk breakfasts, Costco and secret gambling successes...FOLLOW KIELL: @klayzeflaymzNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t li...
2025-03-271h 04
Trusty HogsEp178. Stomping, Sub-letting & School FundraisersNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSNThank you to our Patreon supporters...EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Guy Goodman / Simon Moores / Stefanie Catracchia / Oliver Jago / Anthony Conway / Neil Redmond / An...
2025-03-2056 minMate! Let's PlayEpisode 3: Our top 10 games of all time!Shane and Steve continue their count dow n of their favourite games. Before that, Steve discusses some recent games he has been playing, such as Big Shot and Clank! Legacy 2 - Darkest Magic. Shane talks about an option for board game fans who like to read more than rule books, as he reviews the Tabletop Gaming Magazine. Shane talk about a crowdfunding project that he is actually backing, and Steve considers dropping $400 on a game he previously sold.Then the countdown is on! What do you think will be in th...
2025-03-161h 39
Trusty HogsEp177. JEN BRISTER / Maggots, Menopause & MansplainingA truly baffling tube interaction, some controversial hot cross bun takes, and a candid menopause exploration with the hilarious and brilliant JEN BRISTER!FOLLOW JEN: @JenBristerComedyNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: ht...
2025-03-131h 10Mate! Let's PlayEpisode 2: Our top 20-11 games of all time!Shane and Steve bring the first of their 2 episodes counting down their favourite games of all time, or since 2017? I don't know, ask Shane to explain that one.We start the show by discussing some games hitting the table. Steve discussing the lazer beam deduction game, Orapa Mine. Which you can order through bgg here.Shane reviews Hansa Teutonica and finds a way to screw people over in a dry euro.During our crowdfunding coverage, Shane awakens the elder ones discussing Nanty Narking, which is still live now, click here for t...
2025-03-061h 18
Trusty HogsEp176. PHIL WANG / Skiing, Skin Care & Stand-Up SpecialsThe proud owner of not one but TWO Trusty Hogs appearances (and also two Netflix specials, I guess), we welcome back the hilarious and brilliant PHIL WANG!FOLLOW PHIL: @WangPixNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 St...
2025-03-061h 12
Trusty HogsEp175. SOPHIE WILLAN / Pistes, Posture & PrestwichFrom skiing stories to coil calamities, someone once described Trusty Hogs as the ultimate tonal shift and that is especially true this week! Joining us, the creator of Alma's Not Normal, the brilliant SOPHIE WILLAN...FOLLOW SOPHIE: @SophieWillanNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless...
2025-02-271h 00
Board Game ChinwagFinal and first episode: Mate! Let's PlayWelcome to Shane and Steve's new show. That's right, the Chinwag has run its course, with the group deciding to hang up the headphones. Our episodes will still be there to be enjoyed, but for now, Shane and Steve have more to discuss.Join them, as they introduce their new show, Mate! Let's Play. All future episodes will be found on that show.
2025-02-2659 minMate! Let's PlayEpisode 1: Welcome to Mate! Let's PlayShane and Steve embark on a new show. Join them as they introduce the new show, discuss games they've been playing, industry news including crowdfunding, and what they are looking to play in the future.
2025-02-2659 min
Trusty HogsEp174. Sourdough, Sudoku & Sunset BoulevardHelen's been living among stacks of boxes, Andrew dramatically crashes in mid-podcast, and Catherine has has a change of heart on musical theatre...NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/trustyhogsSN...
2025-02-201h 06
Trusty HogsEp173. ROISIN CONATY / Dating, Driving & Dirty DancingWe're so excited to have this week's guest joining us for our Valentine's special, we've been trying to lock her in for a long time! From countless sitcoms and panel shows, it's the brilliant ROISIN CONATY...FOLLOW ROISIN: @RoisinConaty1NEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us...
2025-02-131h 01
Trusty HogsEp172. DAN TIERNAN / Spatulas, Sleepovers & The SimpsonsFrom sexual awakenings to scintillating spatula chat, we cover it all with the brilliant rising star comic DAN TIERNAN! FOLLOW DAN: @TiernanComedianNEW MERCH: www.trustyhogs.com/merchThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to/tr...
2025-02-061h 07
Trusty HogsEp171. Harrods, Hauntings & Hyaluronic AcidWe’ve had a chic week featuring four-poster beds, Shakespearean culture, and meal deliveries. PLUS, we’re joined by leading intimacy expert Dr Linda Crawley Leigh to help tackle a listener problem…NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like the...
2025-01-3047 min
Trusty HogsEp170. MAILBAG SPECIAL / Brides, Beat Blockers & BadgersWe delve into the mailbag for our first correspondence deep dive of the year. From throuple updates to Disney Parks addictions, it's always fun to get through such a wide range of problems...NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t...
2025-01-231h 07
Trusty HogsEp169. STEVIE MARTIN / Pictures, Protein & PetsOur first guest of 2025 is the hilarious Stevie Martin who comes to us via the vet with a very cute furry friend! Meanwhile, we're debuting our new look artwork, Catherines listened to ANOTHER podcast & Helen has some questions about a particular position...FOLLOW STEVIE: @5tevieMNEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a...
2025-01-161h 21
Trusty HogsEp168. Beef, Bobs & Bug’s LifeWe are BACK and FULL of Beef (literal beef, not drama / rivalry). We recap our Christmases and New Years and get right back into the swing of things with a great festive family problem...NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you...
2025-01-0956 min
Trusty HogsEp167. Best of Trusty Hogs 2024See in the new year with a look back on some of the best Trusty Hogs moments from 2024 including iconic guests such as Amy Spalding & James Acaster, fan favourites like Sunil Patel & Harriet Kemsley, plus rising stars including John Tothill & Pravanya Pillay! There was too much to choose from but we hope you enjoy this brief retrospective, and we can't wait to get into 2025 with you all...NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for...
2025-01-021h 09
Trusty HogsEp166. Swimming, STIs & Standing OvationsCatherine recounts her recent Indian adventures and contemplates Boxing Day dilemmas, meanwhile Helen is *literally* falling apart at the seams...NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars only!)All links: https://audioalways.lnk.to...
2024-12-261h 05
Trusty HogsEp165. Selection Boxes, Santa & SoapOur final episode before Christmas, we indulge in a VERY mysterious and secretive Secret Santa, rank our favourite selection boxes & solve a listener's festive family problem...NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you don’t like these little piggies - 5 Stars onl...
2024-12-1952 min
Trusty HogsEp164. JIN HAO LI / Costa, Culture & CitalopramA lovely guest episode with the brilliant Edinburgh Fringe best newcomer nominee, Jin Hao Li! Jin is a brilliant calming presence which is very fun to see play out against Helen's energy...FOLLOW JIN: @Jin.Hao.LiNEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe...
2024-12-121h 16
Trusty HogsEp163. Musicals, Men & MormonismWicked fever has taken over the world, but Catherine has turned down the invitation of a lifetime much to Helen's dismay... Meanwhile, we've been imagining our dream high streets, working hard on our new merch photoshoot, and learning all about men!NEW MERCH: trustyhogs.com/merchLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure...
2024-12-051h 08
Trusty HogsEp162. KATY WIX / Snow, Sea Bass & Sabrina the Teenage WitchHalloween may be long gone, but we have one more Ghost in the studio... the brilliant, KATY WIX! Katy's been all over British TV comedy in some of the best sitcoms and panel shows going, as well as writing her hit book 'Delicacy'. We settle down to chat snow, teeth special effects & announcement blunders...FOLLOW KATY: @Really_KatyWixLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions...
2024-11-281h 20
Board Game ChinwagThe Board Game Chinwag Hiatus- ConfirmedHi all,We are taking a short term hiatus until at least Feb next year, due to many different things clogging up our time over the next few months (and past couple of months too). Have a great holiday break and we will be back sometime in 2025!
2024-11-2400 min
Trusty HogsEp161. RHYS JAMES / Foreheads, Fashion & Full Fat MilkHelen's been round to Catherine's house for an ill-fated visit, we reflect on our final live show of the year in Manchester, play some road trip games, and welcome the brilliant comic & menswear model, RHYS JAMES...FOLLOW RHYS: @RhysJamesyLEICESTER (15/2): Live Show TicketsThank you so much for listening!Support us at www.patreon.com/TrustyHogs for exclusive bonus content, merch, and more!Trust us with your own problems and questions... TrustyHogs@gmail.comPlease give us a follow @TrustyHogs on all socialsBe sure to subscribe and rate us (unless you...
2024-11-211h 17
On Board GamesOBG 549: Travelling Games On this episode of On Board Games, Erik and Steven Chivers talk about games (and other things) they've played including: Brass Birmingham Endeavor Deep Sea Expressions The Gang This is not a Hat Cabanga Things in Rings Holiday Hijinks Kickstarter You can get a discount on Zencastr.com using this link. (30:25) Next, they talk about ways to travel with games. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Inverse Genius: http://www.inversegenius.com/ Patreon account: http://www.patreon.com/obg Twitter: @onboardgames RSS Feed: http://onboardgames.libsyn.com/rss Email us: o...
2024-10-211h 10Board Game ChinwagEpisode 32: Board games galore with special guest, MarkSteve's brother Mark joins the crew for this episode as they discuss many games played at RUOK to Play Day and elsewhere.
2024-10-141h 07Board Game ChinwagEpisode 31 - Tier listing the BGG top 100Dave, Steve, Helen and G$ put every game in the BGG top 100 into a tier list. That's it.
2024-09-101h 24Board Game ChinwagEpisode 30 - More games, and Helen materialisesThe crew is back again for more ramblings about board games
2024-07-0759 min
Board Game ChinwagEpisode 29: The Podfather Cruise, Briscon and loads more gamesThe Chinwag is back after many adventures through April and May. Dave introduces the pod in his own 'unique' way, which sets the tone for the usual relaxed, aussie pub-style banter.
2024-06-011h 10Board Game ChinwagEpisode 28 - Forgotten and maybe with good reasonSo I need to apologise, I didn't realise this episode hadn't been uploaded. It took a while to stitch together as we had lots of dropouts during the recording. So get ready for a very disjointed episode! Hooray!
2024-05-1847 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 27: What games don't hold up as much online?Join us as we start talking before introducing the show, but we get around to it. We also discuss what BGA lacks for some games.
2024-02-231h 192024-01-261h 13Board Game ChinwagEpisode 25: Our 2nd annual top 13 of all time listOkay, so we recorded this in mid November. So yes, it is a bit late, but we are kind or re-booting the pod this year, so this will be a great start.
2024-01-221h 40
Board Game ChinwagEpisode 24: Placing workers in a top 5 listThe crew chat board games and go back to a top 5 list. This time they look at their favourite worker placement games.
2023-08-2958 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 23: The O.C. 20th Anniversary Commemorative episode.To celebrate this show that only 1 or 2 people on the pod have watched, we discuss board games nd out top 3 character arcs in any media. Oddly, the O.C. doesn't get a start - apologies for spoilers.
2023-08-201h 01Board Game ChinwagEpisode 22: Games and looking forwardHelen hosts a pretty short episode where we chat games and things that we are looking forward to!
2023-07-2939 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 21: Back to normality, with games and nonsenseSteve blathers on about the Scythe sequel, and everyone discusses what's been on the table recently.
2023-07-201h 05Board Game ChinwagEpisode 20: Quiz night! And 4 terribly out of tune singers who probably should have stuck to board gamesIn tonights episode, Shane hosts quiz night! All of us come with questions, and then we all endure each other singing... Maybe skip that part.
2023-06-1851 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 19: F%#k, s#1t, c***, BGA and more.This week we listen to our audience and swear more. It comes more natural to some than others.Definitely includes explicit content.
2023-06-0455 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 18- We're so professional nowThe crew catch up for the first time after hanging out in person.
2023-05-221h 02Board Game ChinwagEp 17: All the fallout from Briscon!Join the crew as they re-live all that ws Briscon 2023!
2023-05-2155 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 16: Briscon preview time!The crew chat about all things board games coming to Briscon, and much more
2023-05-071h 10Board Game ChinwagEpisode 15: Marie Kondo-ing a board game collectionJoin us again as we have a yarn about our collections - whether to collect or sell.
2023-05-051h 03Board Game ChinwagKickstarters we loved, hated and laughed atThe pod took on a sicilian flair as Joeph Casabella took the lead on this episode. No one better to have on when discussing kickstarters though!
2023-05-011h 01Board Game ChinwagEpisode 13: Nothing but board games and superbowlNo special guests tonight, just the usual crew discussing board games and some superbowl stuff. Yes, it has been that long since we recorded it!
2023-04-0253 min
Board Game ChinwagEpisode 13 - Yeah sure, boardgames, but we have a Macca Pacca costume update!Matt takes the mic and asks us about how we get involved in the board game community
2023-03-301h 11Board Game ChinwagEpisode 12 - It is possible to come third in a 2 player gameMatt joins to host, and shares a unique experience with his brother. We chat about community building in board games, and have a good laugh about many things too.
2023-02-201h 08Board Game ChinwagEpisode 11: What hobby adjacent stuff do we like?Christie takes the hosts' chair tonight, finding out about all the things about the hobby aside of playing games we love
2023-02-071h 52Board Game ChinwagEpisode 10: Or is it 9? Don't ask ShaneLucky Phil sat on the hosts chair as we discussed what we love about the hobby besides games. We also discussed our thoughts on new years gaming resolutions
2023-01-221h 05Board Game ChinwagEpisode 9: Never Let The Rules Get In The Way Of A Good Time!Join us as we talk teaching games!
2023-01-1555 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 8: Underrated games, the association of Tree haters, and extraordinarily long games of WingspanHelen shows us how to host a podcast as she leads us through our most underrated games. She also answersquestions about herself, and asks us some great ones as well.
2023-01-081h 31Board Game ChinwagEpisode 7: playing games with kids, rounding out 2022Our special guests this episode are our kids! Find out what htey love about board games, and which ones they like playing with the family.Afterwards, the regular crew discuss their top 5 games of 2022.
2023-01-011h 16Board Game ChinwagEpisode 6: You should watch Community, and a few other shows. Also Board Games, apparentlyEpisode 6 sees guest host Luke run us through out top 10 bingeable/rewatchable TV shows.Shane bails on a review midstream, and G Money's list isn't crap.
2022-12-131h 10Board Game ChinwagEpisode 5: 4 great lists, and another.We welcome Hannah to the hosts chair as she navigates through our top 10 songs of all time. One crossover, leaving 39 great songs, and then G Money's top 10.Scaringy though, his list is probably the largest grossing songs out of all of them.Oh yeah, and board games.
2022-11-2753 minBoard Game ChinwagEpisode 4: Lore-Bards, Jesus and Shitreal ConfusionWe delve into the world of RPG, as G$ and Dave do a good job of making Shane and Steve feel like they are missing out. Plus we chat about games we have been playing lately.Have a yarn, or a chinwag, with us.
2022-11-201h 02Board Game ChinwagEpisode 3: The good, bad and ugly of CrowdfuningGuest host Scumcleaner (aka Troy) guides us through the roses and thorns that are our backed Kickstarter and Gamefound projects.Finally, it is not just Steve admitting complete stupidity!
2022-11-101h 08Board Game ChinwagEpisode 2: Top 13 of all time, and our 5 best Horror movies!Join guest host Adnan, as he miraculously navigates us through our Top 5 Horror Moives, and our Top 13 Games of All Time in 70 minutes!Loads of banter along the way too. Enjoy!
2022-11-051h 13Board Game ChinwagEpisode 1 - German correspondentsGerman correspondents, Essen Spiele and games we've been playing lately. Also, it's Dave, Shane, G Money and Steve as well as Thomas, for those who want to know.
2022-10-231h 01
UNT MindSparkMaker Life Stories: University of Texas at Arlington FabLabThe University of Texas at Arlington FabLab
The maker movement has sparked a need for multidisciplinary centers of creativity across the globe. These creative centers -commonly called makerspaces, come to life with the cumulation of tools and resources that foster making through hands-on learning.
Located in Arlington, Tx the UTA FabLab is a prime example of such creative hubs for students. Here, students can fabricate computer-aided designs (CAD) through 3D printing, cut and etch with CNC machines, work with textiles through sewing and embroidering, and so much more. The UTA FabLab is highlighted a...
2021-05-1037 min
UnresolvedPaul Skiba, Sarah Skiba, and Lorenzo Chivers"I know he's not coming home. I know something horrible has happened to him."On 7 February 1999 in Westminster, Colorado, 38-year old Paul Skiba, his 9-year-old daughter Sarah Skiba, and his employee, 36-year old Lorenzo Chivers, all disappeared from the yard of Paul's moving company, Tuff Movers. Presumed to have been murdered, there's been no sign of this unfortunate trio since their mysterious disappearance over 20 years ago...To learn more about Private Investigators For the Missing, please check out the GoFundMe at the following link:https://www.gofundme.com/f/investigations-for-the-missing
2021-05-0938 min
South East Wales Education Achievement Service PodcastsEAS Podcast #25: Steve Williams (Head of Maths, King Henry VIII Comprehensive) introduces the Abergavenny Cluster Mathematics ProjectSteve Williams (Head of Maths, King Henry VIII Comprehensive) introduces the Abergavenny Cluster Mathematics Project.
Practitioners include Kerrie Martin (Our Lady St. Michael Primary), Vicky Price (Gilwern Primary), Rhiannon Taylor, Nia Chivers and Steven Williams (KHS).
2021-03-1539 min
The Punk and the PrincessFeaturing The Boys historic bassit Duncan Reid, front man of The Big Heads in the studioThe usual blend of music, chat and features - this week featuring Duncan Reid (of The Boys, The Ramones and now; Duncan Reid and the Big Heads) discussing losing half a million pounds, why Arnold Schwartzenegger can't be trusted around women, accidentally sleeping with Liz Hurley and being mistaken about drummers... This week also featuring The Ramones, Mika Mamon, Jay-luke, The Slipways, The Middlenight Men, The Script, JP Cooper, Foo Fighters, Housers, Bebe Rexha, Chris Isaacs, Steven Chivers, and more...
2021-03-072h 02
Nourish Balance ThriveHow to Talk to Your Kids About Sex and PornographyMegan Maas, PhD, is an assistant professor in Human Development and Family Studies. Her work sits at the intersection of sexual violence prevention and sexual health promotion. Her award-winning research, recognized by the American Psychological Association, focuses on adolescent sexual socialization, with an emphasis on the bi-directional role that social media, sexting, and online pornography play in the development of attitudes and behaviour related to sexuality and gender. For the last 10 years, she has been invited to talk on this subject for audiences of students, parents, and teachers at universities and organizations across the US. On this p...
2020-08-281h 13Nourish Balance ThriveHow to Talk to Your Kids About Sex and PornographyMegan Maas, PhD, is an assistant professor in Human Development and Family Studies. Her work sits at the intersection of sexual violence prevention and sexual health promotion. Her award-winning research, recognized by the American Psychological Association, focuses on adolescent sexual socialization, with an emphasis on the bi-directional role that social media, sexting, and online pornography play in the development of attitudes and behaviour related to sexuality and gender. For the last 10 years, she has been invited to talk on this subject for audiences of students, parents, and teachers at universities and organizations across the US. On this p...
2020-08-281h 13
Cambridge Institute of Criminology PodcastAwards Ceremony: Cambridge Police Executive Programme 2018 (audio)The Institute of Criminology holds an annual international conference on Evidence Based Policing, Chaired by Professor Lawrence Sherman in association with the Society for Evidence Based Policing (SEBP).
The 11th conference was held at the Sidgwick site at the Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge, on 9-11 July 2018.
Chair: Dr. Heather Strang, Director, Cambridge Police Executive Programme
Valedictory Speaker: Sir Denis O’Connor
Sir Richard Mayne Award for outstanding academic achievement on the M. St. in Applied Criminology and Police Management:
Ben Chivers
Course Distinctions:
Ben Chivers
Robin Goodyear
Simon Rose
Thesis Distinctions:
• Beatriz Abizanda
• Peter Blichfeldt
• Steven Chandler
• Ben Chivers
•...
2018-09-0322 min
Criminology: 11th Evidence Based Policing ConferenceAwards Ceremony: Cambridge Police Executive Programme 2018 (audio)The Institute of Criminology holds an annual international conference on Evidence Based Policing, Chaired by Professor Lawrence Sherman in association with the Society for Evidence Based Policing (SEBP).
The 11th conference was held at the Sidgwick site at the Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge, on 9-11 July 2018.
Chair: Dr. Heather Strang, Director, Cambridge Police Executive Programme
Valedictory Speaker: Sir Denis O’Connor
Sir Richard Mayne Award for outstanding academic achievement on the M. St. in Applied Criminology and Police Management:
Ben Chivers
Course Distinctions:
Ben Chivers
Robin Goodyear
Simon Rose
Thesis Distinctions:
• Beatriz Abizanda
• Peter Blichfeldt
• Steven Chandler
• Ben...
2018-09-0322 min
Criminology: 11th Evidence Based Policing ConferenceAwards Ceremony: Cambridge Police Executive Programme 2018The Institute of Criminology holds an annual international conference on Evidence Based Policing, Chaired by Professor Lawrence Sherman in association with the Society for Evidence Based Policing (SEBP).
The 11th conference was held at the Sidgwick site at the Faculty of Law, University of Cambridge, on 9-11 July 2018.
Chair: Dr. Heather Strang, Director, Cambridge Police Executive Programme
Valedictory Speaker: Sir Denis O’Connor
Sir Richard Mayne Award for outstanding academic achievement on the M. St. in Applied Criminology and Police Management:
Ben Chivers
Course Distinctions:
Ben Chivers
Robin Goodyear
Simon Rose
Thesis Distinctions:
• Beatriz Abizanda
• Peter Blichfeldt
• Steven Chandler
• Ben Chivers
•...
2018-07-2723 min