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The Podcrastinators45. Corinic Irrigation with Corin HealyWell this episode is over 3 months late for which you can entirely blame the person responsible for editing and publishing it… Yep. It’s Mat again. Anyway Mat and Darran had a laugh with our very funny and honest guest Corin Healy and hopefully you will too. You might also learn a thing or two about the architecture of Luxemburg and crystal glass. You might not want to listen to this episode with kids around… You can follow Corin here: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100078144073115or here on Ins...2023-05-131h 43
The Podcrastinators44. Straight Outta Waiuku with Tough Tiger FistMat and Darran had a lot of fun with Ben Cleland and Matt Parker in this 71 minute episode where we talked about just where Waiuku is, how hairy Matt’s mum is and just what Tough Tiger Fist are doing in March… We didn’t get to the bottom of Darran’s banana insertion story however. If you want to catch Auckland’s top comedy music duo you can find out more at these links: https://www.facebook.com/toughtigerfist/https://www.instagram.com/toughtigerfistofficialTough Tiger Fist on YoutubeAnd Well...2023-02-191h 11
The Podcrastinators43. Now we know it's the battle of the Chris'sin this episode your hosts Mat Danaher and Darran Lees talk about New Zealand’s most recent change at the very top… Our new Prime Minister, and what the implications are for the general election later this year.If you want to get involved in the chat, comment below or on our Facebook Page or flick us an email to hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2023-01-2253 min
The Podcrastinators42. Jamie Wise Makes Her NoiseKia ora and thanks for waiting - this was recorded just before Christmas but has only just been freshly edited. Mat and Darran had a lot of fun chatting with Jamie about her adventures in Amsterdam and Sark and of course her regular night Make Your Noise, an open mic night in Auckland for music, comedy, poetry and more.
Click on this link for more information: https://www.facebook.com/makeyournoiseThank you for listening to The Podcrastinators. This post is public so feel free to share it. This is...2023-01-061h 09
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 41: Inside Joel VinsenCover art / photo: By Dave Simpson. Mat and Darran spent a very enjoyable 70 minutes inside Joel Vinsen. Joel is no stranger to this podcast as regular listeners know, but can you Adam and Eve it? This is the first time we’ve actually talked about comedy with one of the funniest people in Auckland?! You can find out more about Joel’s music by subscribing to his Youtube Channel here: https://www.youtube.com/c/JoelVinsenYou can find Love Lamp here: https://www.facebook.com/lovelampimprov/And the funk band Spir...2022-08-281h 07
The Podcrastinators40: Vibrators and Existential DreadIn this episode Darran and Mat were delighted to celebrate the Big 4-Oh (episode 40) with the always interesting and very funny Melissa Katherine, two times RAW Quest semi-finalist, stand -up, sketch comedy artist, and comedy tap person. Content Warning: we do discuss mental health issues in this episode. We also discuss Neil Hamburger. Check him out here: As always you can find out more about Darran and Mathew at their website or here on Facebook. Email them: hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would...2022-08-201h 21
The PodcrastinatorsIt sounds like we're coming back!In this amazing first episode of season 4 Mat and Darran set the world to rights like only two entitled white British men can. We talk about COVID (groundbreaking), the Auckland comedy scene, fish smoking, Coca Cola, and er other stuff. Want to get involved or be a guest? Email: hello@thepodcrastinators.com or message us on Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/thepodcrastinatorsnz or join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thepodcrastinators This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get...2022-07-2447 min
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 3 Episode 2 Love ActuallyIn this loved up Valentine’s day special episode, Darran and Mat talk more about the upcoming radio show, worming tablet salesman Joe Rogan, and the unhappy campers outside the Beehive. As ever your hosts are Mat Danaher and Darran LeesYou can like us (and message us) on Facebook here or email us hello@thepodcrastinators.com Thanks for listening… This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2022-02-1428 min
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 3 Episode 1Fellow podcrastinators, do persevere with our waffle as we have an exciting announcement to make at around the halfway mark. Or just skip straight to it… As always your hosts are Darran Lees and Mat Danaher and can be reached @: hello@thepodcrastinators.com or Facebook or Messenger This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2022-01-2134 min
The PodcrastinatorsTak Hou Law Raw Uncut (and 3 months late)Hey everyone apologies for the incredibly late probably final episode of season 2 of The Podcrastinators. Special apologies to our awesome guest Takhou Law with whom we talked all things comedy. We also talked about his topless Instagram shots which you can find at the link below. Find more from our guest - Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/takslaw/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/takhou.lawAs every you can find your hosts Darran and Mat at the link below: thepodcrastinators.comEmail us...2021-12-161h 15
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 2: Parliament of FoolsIn this absolute bumper lad of an episode Darran and Mat were reunited over Zoom during New Zealand’s latest Level 4 lockdown with comedy promoter and producer Ian C Ireland, stand up comic, musician, and improv performer Joel Vinson, and tax accountant and former ACT Party candidate Michael McCook. The lads talked about COVID, and how their various parties had performed over the last year or so since the election. And lots of other things as well. Including how they agreed it would good to support the victim of former Conservative Party leader Co...2021-09-252h 15
The PodcrastinatorsA Ruky's LifeLike Naan bread with sweet sparkly sprinkles or the spawn of Jenny from the block and Pusheen the cat, she is a distinctive individual. Bengali by heritage, cultivated in New York City and New Zealand's latest and greatest import. She is a rainbow black sheep, avid traveler, serial tinder dater by night, assistant director by day, and of course moonlighting writer and stand-up comedian. You can clock her from a mile away with her glowing aurora hair, red shiny lips, glittery twinkled eyes, most likely double parked, and chatting away about her hilariously awful dating life.Yes...2021-09-041h 37
The PodcrastinatorsThe one where Darran and Mat do ImprovYes it is actually episode 13 of season 2. We have made it to the halfway mark… Whoop!In this episode di their long awaited debrief of their improvisational theatre journey so far. Thanks so much to Mary, Jesse, Elaine, Praveen, Kimberley, and Laura for helping with that - and to the other students and teachers at the Covert Theatre in Auckland for sharing our journey. Covert TheatreFun Size FestivalGet in touch with Darran and Mat by email: hello@thepodcrastinators.com or messenger. Follow us on Facebook - here...2021-08-281h 24
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 2 #11: Lockdown Mk IIYes! NZ is back in Level 4 lockdown. That means we can’t do much accept whinge over Zoom. Today that’s what Mat and Darran do. As always music by Kid HideousGet in touch: hello@thepodcrastinators.comMessage: m.me/thepodcrastinatorsnz This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2021-08-2242 min
The Podcrastinators#2.11 Eating watermelons naked in helicopters with Thomas ChapmanWell Mat and Darran had fun this week with fellow Auckland comic, the Raw Comedy Quest semi finalist and all round amusing fella Thomas Chapman. You can find Thomas online very easily but do look out for gigs around the country featuring Thomas. He will make you laugh. As ever hosted by Mat and Darran. Music by Kid Hideous Get in touch - Email: hello@thepodcrastinators.comMessenger: m.me/thepodcrastinatorsnzLike us on Facebook: facebook.com/thepodcrastinatorsnz ...2021-08-121h 05
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 02 #09: Elliot McLaren's Got ChopsWe’re sure you will agree, this is a delightful interview with up and coming Auckland based funny man Elliot McLaren. In this episode we talked about comedy, coming out, racism, tough upbringings, and what a small goods man means. Elliot doesn’t have much of an internet profile right now - look out for him on a comedy bill near you right now!As ever hosted by: Mathew DanaherDarran LeesMusic by Kid Hideous. Get in touch via email or Facebook: hello@thepodcrastinators.com Ph...2021-07-291h 12
The PodcrastinatorsSeason 2 #08: Strength in Diversity with Jess KaramjeetIn this episode your hosts had a great chat with fellow new comic on the Auckland scene Jess Karamjeet about how the comedy scene could be more inclusive, diverse, and safer. Along with lots of other subjects. Including - that Jess would love to be mates with Rose Matafeo - if any of our listeners can make that happen please flick us a message - hello@thepodcrastinators.com and we will pass it on. You can find Jess on Instagram here - @jesskaramjeet_nz or Facebook here - @JessKaramjeet As always your hosts...2021-07-091h 26
The PodcrastinatorsA quick thank you and an updateJust a quick update from Mat and Darran. Where have they been all this time? Do check in again in the next week or so for episode 8 of the second season with Jess Karamjeet…https://thepodcrastinators.comhello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2021-07-0409 min
The PodcrastinatorsS02 E07: A finger up the butt with James MalcomReleasing this a week later than intended (entirely the fault of the behind the scenes tech team. Er Mat) our interview with Billy T award winner and educator of straight people James Malcom was lots of fun. ***Aucklanders make sure you buy tickets to his festival show 2 Faced 2 Furious right here - ITS NOT TOO LATE!!!*** https://www.comedyfestival.co.nz/find-a-show/james-malcolmIt is going to be a wild ride. You can also check out School for Straights here on Re: News https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2BQ3U9IxoYIJyulv0bN5...2021-05-181h 10
The PodcrastinatorsS02 E06 The Scent of Nick RadoExtra length for your aural pleasure. In this 97 minute episode NZ comedy legend and 5 times best MC award winner talks about how he got into comedy, his writing process, the new album, his festival show, and Soph’s scented candles. If you fancy buying his album (and if you didn’t before you will after listening to this) please preorder it on Itunes here - https://music.apple.com/nz/album/on-trend/1559611660If you can get to Auckland or Wellington, you can buy tickets to his show 110% Comedy at this link: https://www.comedyfestival.co.nz/f...2021-04-271h 34
The PodcrastinatorsRichard Lindesay and the Metaphors of ComedyIn this episode (it’s actually episode 5 of season 2, not 4 Darran!) our two intrepid hosts spent an enjoyable an informative hour with Sydney based musical comedian Richard Lindesay.You can find out more about Richardand theMetaphors of Comedyat these links.As ever your hosts are:Darran LeesMat DanaherAll music by Kid HideousGet in touch: hello@thepodcrastinators.comhttps://thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to disc...2021-04-2257 min
The PodcrastinatorsSteven Lyons: Normally a Nice GuyWell a bumper episode of infectious enthusiasm and fun with Auckland comedy mainstay and Chicago improv veteran Steven Lyons. If you want more of him (and who wouldn’t?) make sure you check out The Dice Show season 2 at Cassette 9 here in Auckland starting up on Friday 23 April. Buy TicketsFollow on FacebookThe Dice Show is presented by this awesome comedy social enterprise - Paper Goat find out more here. Follow Steven here.As always your hosts for this episode are: Mat Danaher...2021-04-181h 36
The PodcrastinatorsAmy Bird: Back in RehabTonight (and I do mean tonight, this is very fresh) we talked with brilliant improv veteran and slightly newish stand up Amy Bird about the differences between the two disciplines, her interest in fraud, our ADHD, all of the shows she’s got coming up and some really serious issues around the safety of the NZ Comedy scene for women, and why men should just shut up sometimes… It may seem hypocritical for two blokes with a podcast, but Mat and Darran agree. Shut up fellas. Stuff article on sexual harassment in the comedy scene. NZ C...2021-03-251h 13
The PodcrastinatorsTres Humoristas Hablan MierdaTo Aotearoa New Zealand, Mexico, and the racist pubs in Nevada; Auckland comedy legend Ed Rivera needs no introduction. In this bumper second episode of season two, Auckland’s third most popular Mexican comic tells Mat and Darran about his journey to New Zealand, and his growth as an international comic in both English and Spanish. If you speak English, this episode is almost entirely in English. For Spanish speakers, it’s also almost entirely in English. You can listen to Ed Rivera’s own podcast here and on all the apps. And you ca...2021-03-071h 31
The PodcrastinatorsThe Much Anticipated Season 2 Episode 1: The Cold OpenListen to it! Listen to it and understand it Jackie Weaver!Hosted by: Darran LeesMathew DanaherLike and follow on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Email us: hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2021-02-1745 min
The Podcrastinators#21 Opportunity Knocks Twice: with Opportunities Party leader Shai NavotIn this episode we got to welcome back Shai Navot, who was last with us on episode 15 talking about the electoral prospects for The Opportunities Party. Now she’s back to help analyze the party’s performance and to talk about the future for her and the party. We talked about democracy, housing, and Geoff Hurst legendary English striker. We also looked at the election stats which fellow geeks can find here. As ever presented by: Darran LeesMat Danaher. Music by: Kid Hideous. Fo...2020-12-061h 06
The PodcrastinatorsThe Podcrastinators Episode 19.5 Snake Aids on a PlaneWhat a journey!In this messy and poorly hosted episode (thanks Mat D!) Darran and Mat talk about Coombe and friends with the Christchurch / Auckland Power-house duo and Only Fans money makers Craig Westenberg and Matt Coombe. If you want to learn more about how to support patients suffering with snake aids, and you can get to Christchurch on Friday 27 November at 8:30pm, you should consider buying tickets (and maybe even turning up) to Coombe and Friends. Check out the tickets here: https://events.humanitix.com/coombe-and-friendsIf you want to find out...2020-11-201h 07
The Podcrastinators#19 Bumper Size Post Election ReviewIn this episode (recording in the lovely little theatre behind Garnet Station in Auckland), Darran and Mat were fortunate enough to be joined by Auckland comedy producer (and New Zealand First voter) Ian C Ireland, ACT candidate Michael McCook, and Musician, stand-up, improviser, and Green voter Joel Vinsen; for an indepth and entirely serious review of New Zealand’s preliminary election results. As always if you want to get in touch - Email: hello@thepodcrastinators.comFacebook: m.me/thepodcrastinatorsnz This is a public episode. If you would li...2020-10-261h 40
The PodcrastinatorsPredictions on the HoofIn this rapidly dated episode (it’s like a ripe avo - listen now!) Mat and Darran talk about what the next parliament might look like, winners and losers, what next for the parties represented on recent episodes, the results of the referenda, and Mat’s gay porn double. It was recorded in the backyard of a pub, so there is a bit of background noise that we just couldn’t filter out. Sound engineers will be annoyed. Your hosts: Mat Danaher and Darran LeesContact us: hello@thepodcrastinators.com2020-10-1642 min
The PodcrastinatorsLet's talk about tax baby, just you and ACT babyIn this episode Mat and Darran talk about taxation, free speech, and how Michael McCook ACT Party candidate for East Coast Bays became a candidate for the party at extremely short notice. You can find Michael on Facebook hereTrigger warning: euthanasia and suicide are talked about in this episode. Don’t forget if you’re in New Zealand and need to talk to someone text 1737 for support. As every your hosts are: Darran LeesMat DanaherAll music by: Kid HideousGe...2020-10-1057 min
The Podcrastinators#16 A nice cup of tea and a sit down with the TEA PartyIn this episode, Darran and Mat were fortunate enough to sit down with two candidates from the TEA Party. One of the newest parties in New Zealand, the TEA Party describe themselves as socially democratic and fiscally conservative. To find out exactly what that means and where the TEA Party stand on healthcare funding, migration, tax, electoral reform - and what makes their candidates tick, listen on. Our guests wereNoel the Epsom candidate and Dom from Auckland Central. You can find out more about the party here, and follow them...2020-10-0753 min
The PodcrastinatorsTake it to the top with TOPThis week Darran and Mat were very priviliged to be joined by deputy leader of The Opportunities Party and North Shore electorate candidate (and former crown prosecutor) Shai Navot. They spent nearly an hour diving deep into TOP’s programme for government, including Universal Basic Income, housing, tax, and cannabis reform, and why the old parties just don’t cut it any more. If you want to find out more about TOP or Shai you can here: top.org.nzShai Nevot on Facebook. As ever you can find your...2020-09-2454 min
The PodcrastinatorsThe Podcrastinators #14 We're all DOOMED!In which Darran and Mat, talk about conspiracy theories, answer a listener question, mention images not to masturbate to, and make an ill-advised bet about whether a picture of our PM is fake news or not. As always your hosts are: Mat Danaher and Darran LeesAll music is by Kid HideousThanks for listening - do leave any comments on Facebook or flick an email to hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access...2020-09-1856 min
The Podcrastinators#13 50 Shades of GreenLucky for some! In episode 13, Mat and Darran talk about hypocrisy from the Green Party, the move to Level 2.5, party leaders with dodgy husbands, and why we need more guests. Do you want to be a guest? Email: hello@thepodcrastinators.com or message us on Facebook. https://darranlees.comhttps://mathewdanaher.comhttps://thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-09-0349 min
The PodcrastinatorsThe Podcrastinators Episode 12 It's the economy stupidIn this episode Mat and Darran talk about New Zealand’s second wave and whether frozen peas are a disease vector, and why Donald Trump is a funny guy. Listen and download on all podcast apps. Or most of them. 95% of them. As ever your hosts are: Mathew DanaherDarran LeesAll music by: Kid Hideous This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-08-2041 min
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 11 Here we go againIn this episode recorded on Thursday night before we know what’s going to be announced by the government, Mat and Darran talk about the pros and cons of different lockdown levels… As ever all music by Kid Hideous This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-08-1418 min
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 10 The Sweet As Sweet Axe Throwing CoIn this episode, recorded before Auckland’s second lock down, we had a chat and did some axe throwing with Adam from the Sweet Axe Throwing Company and Ian C Ireland from Auckland’s comedy scene. You can find out more about Sweet Axe and the World Axe Throwing League here: https://www.sweetaxethrow.com/https://worldaxethrowingleague.com/Axe throwing is a lot of fun. Give it a go. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonu...2020-08-1424 min
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 09: Toddal Eclipse of the HeartWell what a week it’s been. Also this week we remember why it’s heard to stay topical with a podcast when you have full time jobs and things change quickly. Possibly out of date already, but listen anyway to what we think about the resignation of Todd “Toddy” Muller… Darran Lees and Mat Danaher https://darranlees.comhttps://mathewdanaher.comhttps://thepodcrastinators.com Any questions or comments? Email: hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subs...2020-07-1642 min
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode Eight: Bordering on FarceIn this episode your fearless hosts launch a hypocritical attack on the Kiwi “she’ll be right” attitude, discuss disoriented cougars in San Francisco, investigate far right infiltration of the My Little Pony community, and don’t talk about spunky smelling parks in London. Oh yeah, they also debate the Government’s current performance. If you want to support Auckland stand up Ed Rivera you can do that here. Following his wife Nancy’s horrendous accident. As ever presented by Darran Lees and Mat Danaher. Music by Kid Hideous. This is a public...2020-06-2849 min
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 07: JJ Whitehead Saves US MedicineLA based Canadian comic, writer, and actor JJ Whitehead gives generously of his time to talk about touring, writing for TV and stand up, the state of the US, and what it’s like being taken hostage at gun point by angry Scottish people in the Philippines. Thanks JJ for a very funny hour and a half. Unfortunately the online gig we mention in the recording appears to have been cancelled. You should buy his latest album on iTunes here and follow him on Facebook here. This is a public ep...2020-06-091h 24
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 06: Teleporting PanthersThis week we have a top notch episode where we talk about weird conspiracy theories from Darran and why the UK is plagued with big cats, and no the founder of North Korea could not teleport. As always presented by Darren Lees and Mat Danaher at thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-05-2955 min
The PodcrastinatorsAdvance NZ with Jami-Lee RossWe’re very excited to publish our first political interview. This week we’re joined by former National Party whip and current independent MP for Botany, and founder of new party Advance NZ; Jami-Lee RossWe talked about getting into frontline politics at a very early age, the current National Party polling and what Jami-Lee and his party stand for around democracy, foreign affairs and a lot more besides. Available on all good Podcast platforms This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get acce...2020-05-221h 05
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode Four: Taking it to the Next LevelIn this episode our two intrepid hosts talk about the move to level 2, the performance of the government, and the need to get out and tell jokes on stage. Auckland comedy fans don’t forget to support The Classic. Right here. Don’t forget you can find out more about this podcast at our website: https://thepodcrastinators.com If you want to come on email: hello@thepodcrastinators.com This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-05-141h 00
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode Three: Neil Thornton, hunting for mushrooms in winterIn this episode we got a bumper crop of wit and wisdom from Wellington based New York comic Neil Thornton, founder of the NZ Comedy School. You can find Neil online here, the comedy school here, and his comedy school partner Tim Batt at this link. As ever don’t forget to support Auckland’s Classic Comedy Theatre at this link. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-05-091h 08
The PodcrastinatorsEpisode 02: Matt Coombe and his Grandma Sheryl CoyleThis week we had the pleasure of being joined by one of New Zealand’s youngest (but still a seasoned pro who started his career at 14), stand up comedians Matt Coombe, and one of our oldest stand-ups Matt’s grandma, Sheryl Coyle a relative newcomer to the Auckland comedy circuit. You can find Matt on Instagram @realmattcoombeYou can’t find Sheryl online, unless you meet her and ask for her Tinder details. You can find Mat Danaher and Darran Lees online at their websites and all social media. The tarts. thepod...2020-05-0158 min
The PodcrastinatorsThe Podcrastinators are here! 53 minutes of topical comedy and politics This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit thepodcrastinators.substack.com2020-04-2452 min
APPC: Pilot SeasonEpisode Seven: Welcome to the Abyss...In Which the deaf are made to deal with the podcast as an annotated version is discussed; unfortunately feedback from the deaf community is even lower than it is from everyone else. Lucius makes Doctor Hook fight the Eurythmics while Skid Row and The Bare Naked Ladies watch. The Duo decide they must be on Schmoo, Aberdeens radio station with the most "smile worthy moments" , because frankly they must be better than the people on there.
Dook gets concerned by a warm milk enema, prays Max Hardcore will rot in jail and weeps over porns niche market...
Lucius sends strangers...2011-04-1354 min