Daily chat, nonsense and extra fun after every Radio 1 Breakfast With Greg James.
Where Them Squirrels At?
Producer Tom has a great game (exclusively for the podcast) which descends into chaos with the Orkney Tourist Board. Plus, all the usual Friday favourites like the quiz final, Wrong’Uns and Ask The Nation.
10/18/2024 • 41 minutes, 13 seconds
Celebrating Liam
Greg helps us all get through the devastating news of the loss of Liam Payne in the best way he can, by remembering the good times he appeared on Radio 1 and having a little fun along the way.
10/17/2024 • 35 minutes, 1 second
Cecil Frances Alexander’s Hottest Record
Cecil is back with the follow up to her 1848 banger All Things Bright and Beautiful. Plus, de-socking and spinning eyeballs are among more of your evil Sibling Things.
10/16/2024 • 43 minutes, 37 seconds
Socks On Fire?
Songs that you sang and danced too as a kid (but really shouldn't have), a Spaniel with a Charlie Puth problem and a New Music Show presenter with a Greg James problem!
10/15/2024 • 33 minutes, 28 seconds
The Great Yogi James
Greg gets the team to do some yoga stretches, Roisin puts us straight about Jesus and Hobbits in Fact Controller and dinner with dog days and chasing cheese days are recommended for a peaceful life.
10/14/2024 • 37 minutes, 38 seconds
It’s World Egg Day!
We have Egg Chat with Charlie Hedges, movie chat with Ali Plumb, aurora chat with Shawn Moondez and bottomless bed chat with Suneil.
10/11/2024 • 43 minutes, 51 seconds
Crossing The Family Line
Producer Amy has a family dilemma to Ask The Nation, Charlie Hedges serves up the pumpkin pasta and a rather distasteful Thurswaayy! gets Tom barred from the studio.
10/10/2024 • 31 minutes, 32 seconds
Recipe For Disaster
Beetroot and bean juice, pumpkin and pasta?? There are some horrible recipes going around thanks to producer Amy and an odd American lady. Also, Erwin Emu, Pesto Penguin and Mr. Joshua the Goat give us all the latest Animal News.
10/9/2024 • 44 minutes, 43 seconds
All Top and No Bottom!
Joe Lycette is here for a round of Sexy Or No Sexy and exposes a strange bedtime habit of Greg’s and Calum upsets Greg with a duck joke.
10/8/2024 • 51 minutes, 50 seconds
Newsbeef
Exciting news on Barney 'Brat'! Plus, Radio 1’s Newsbeef with BBC News presenter Maryam Moshiri. And to top it off, get ready for a brand-new quiz this week!
10/7/2024 • 36 minutes, 34 seconds
Chris Smith is Back... But Sadly, No News!
Big show today! Chris Smith returns (and no, we're not running out of ideas)! We’re bringing back the fan-favourite game, The Mayor of Where?. Plus, Greg catches up with singer Piri, and don’t miss the exciting final of Yesterday’s Quiz!
10/4/2024 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
Aimee Lou Wood Plays 'Sit Down, Stand Up'
Star of Daddy Issues, Aimee Lou Wood, joins Greg for a hilarious round of 'Sit Down, Stand Up'! Plus, it's quiz time—because hey, it's Thursday... waaaayyy!
10/3/2024 • 29 minutes, 19 seconds
Thimbles, Spoons & Exploding Treacle
We get more of your funny, but endearing, Nan Things, Producer Amy has been digging out some dodgy Greg archives and there’s a crime fighting Emu in Malmesbury.
10/2/2024 • 40 minutes, 27 seconds
Welsh Cupcake Anyone?
Welsh Wyn (or should that be Welsh Wind) is back with a very odd Is It Just Us? Poo bins and tunnels are a few of the things your towns get excited about and there's a randy Emu on the loose in Wiltshire.
10/1/2024 • 45 minutes, 52 seconds
Joe Locke, The Billingham Dancer and a Spoilt Birthday
Star of Agatha All Along, Joe is here for a game of What’s My Age Again? Plus there’s a wonderful lady up north bringing joy to the world and a not so wonderful lady down south spoiling people’s birthday parties.
9/30/2024 • 32 minutes, 46 seconds
Headline News
Nationwide news coverage of Long Boi’s memorial stuns Greg, Holly comes back for a round of Wrong’Uns and Emma and Joe battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
9/27/2024 • 25 minutes, 40 seconds
Out For A Duck!
Live from University of York’s Central Hall, hundreds gather to pay their respects and remember with fondness everyone’s favourite, feathered friend Long Boi.
9/26/2024 • 49 minutes, 4 seconds
Tom Grennan's Bleak Mornings
Tom and his buddy Danny create some songs to cheer up Katie and Amy who have both had bleak mornings, only for Bon Iver to bring them down again! Also, the order of service for Long Boi’s memorial is announced and Abby’s choir are going quackapella.
9/25/2024 • 43 minutes, 37 seconds
Ed Gamble is Cancelled!
Security is stepped up at the Long Boi memorial as Ed threatens to turn up - soy sauce in hand. Also, we catch up with old friends Bellybutton, Babyface and Butteryhead.
9/24/2024 • 25 minutes, 54 seconds
On The Edge of Everywhere!
Sorry About The Smell! – We look at strange tourism slogans. Also, a capybara on the run, a VERY competitive quiz, Egg Chat Laura on Wrong’Uns and a bit of Rick Stein – so much stuff for you greedy content munchers!
9/20/2024 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
Ready, Steady Cook!
Eggy Greggy delivers the perfect egg in Egg Chat, trouble escalates for Jasmine in Everyone’s Rubbish! and the show’s team are hitting the ceiling because…..mm good question!
9/19/2024 • 44 minutes, 4 seconds
Randy Rovers, Jedward and a Carrot Cake!
Greg gets accosted on his daily dog walk, Listener Tom has a rather distasteful Is It Just Us? And a baker helps us with the ingredients for a new Dance Trail.
9/18/2024 • 37 minutes, 8 seconds
Gas Alert!
Greg (and the team) suffer the aftermath of yet another roast, crumpet and beans combo and gas in bottles and bogies in tubes seem to be popular weapons in Sibling Things!
9/17/2024 • 42 minutes, 31 seconds
Roast, Crumpets & Beans
Greg keeps to his word and makes an elaborate Sunday Dinner, although it’s not to everyone’s taste. Also, Mimi Webb plays What’s My Age Again? and listener Megan has a song idea for Longboi.
9/16/2024 • 36 minutes, 58 seconds
Oozing Butter and Spanking Pomegranates
Ainsley Harriott and Gregg Wallace in THE SAME SHOW TOGETHER!! Greg can hardly contain himself. Plus,
Joanne gives us a few ideas for Longboi’s memorial, the quiz team of the year battle out the final and Coronation Street and conkers are discussed with Nat O’Leary and Vicky Hawkesworth.
9/13/2024 • 32 minutes, 44 seconds
It’s Just Egg Chat!
Wahaay it’s Thurswaayy and Cabbie Alan is set a Quiche challenge, in a new feature called “Egg Chat”. Also, a rapid shutdown and a scrunchy pool poo feature in Everyone’s Rubbish!
9/12/2024 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds
Front or Back? and a Longboi Quack!
Greg develops a new game “Where’s The Wedgie”, we get exciting some news from Holly at York Uni and Noah Kahan has left listener Jackie a note.
9/11/2024 • 44 minutes, 16 seconds
Totally Bananas
Producer Sophie sparks a debate about how firm ones banana should to be, Greg turns into a singing parrot, we hear your tales of annoying siblings and Rickie, Melvin and Charlie play a Live Lounge edition of Unpopular Opinion.
9/10/2024 • 48 minutes, 34 seconds
Noah Kahan’s Bleak Mornings
From Stick Season to Sick Season – Noah is here to make those bleak mornings brighter. Also, Paralympic Canoeing gold winner, Laura Sugar calls and we have some impromptu Duck news.
9/9/2024 • 40 minutes, 35 seconds
The World’s Biggest Chucker!
We speak to Paralympic Gold Javelin wiz Dan Pembroke, get Causeway Christine back for Wrong’Uns and hear a lacklustre puffin and shy dog in Yesterday’s Quiz.
9/6/2024 • 29 minutes, 14 seconds
It’s Thurswaaay!!
It’s all Bangers and Wahaay! as we look back at The Giant Detention, chat to Paralympic gold winner Louise Fiddes and get and 11 minute round of applause from listerner Adam.
9/5/2024 • 42 minutes, 2 seconds
Radio 1’s Giant Detention – The Whole Story
Greg and nearly every Radio 1 DJ you can think of get locked up in a remote classroom by Big Boss Aled. Radio 1 listeners are enlisted to help with their escape. Here’s highlights of the whole story.
9/4/2024 • 1 hour, 16 minutes, 41 seconds
Radio 1’s Giant Detention Continues…
Greg and his classmates are still stuck in detention. Can they crack the clues to get out and avoid another night in the classroom?
9/4/2024 • 40 minutes, 54 seconds
Radio 1’s Giant Detention Begins
Greg has been taken away and locked up in a big classroom. But what does it all mean? The game is afoot!
9/3/2024 • 40 minutes, 26 seconds
Channing Tatum and Naomi Ackie’s Unpopular Opinions
Stars of Blink Twice thriller Channing and Naomi deal with listeners that sniff watches and hate male strippers (..errr!). Also, three time Paralympic GOLD winner Lauren Rowels calls from Paris to pick a tune for the Ten Minute Takeover and we try and cheer the nation up as the Ber Months begin.
9/2/2024 • 43 minutes, 10 seconds
A Boss of A Show
BIG BBC Boss Lorna delivers another mysterious letter, Big Boss Bumpkin Boy of Boomtown plays Wrong’Uns and swimming goggles, peas and beans come under scrutiny in Sexy or No Sexy
8/30/2024 • 37 minutes, 59 seconds
Strumming, Scolding, and more Strange Letters!
A charming guy with a guitar to match, Producer Sophie airing her grievances with Greg live on air! Plus, more presenters are getting hit with these bizarre letters—what’s going on?
8/29/2024 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds
Greg's Back to Celebrate Everything About Mums!
Greg receives a letter from an unknown sender and also reconnects with charity bike riders George and James. Also, three charming gentlemen find themselves in a playful rivalry...
8/28/2024 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Fish Opening an Air Fryer... Surely Not?
The thrilling Yesterday's Quiz final, Jack Saunders' quirky pre-show ritual, and some truly wild un-hinged pet stories.
8/23/2024 • 29 minutes, 23 seconds
Cringe-Worthy Edition of "Is It Just Us?"
We also catch up with Libby as she heads to Reading Festival, dive into a heated dinner debate, and witness Vernon Kay giving Greg a playful telling-off!
8/22/2024 • 36 minutes, 31 seconds
An Organist and Lil Jon
Greg welcomes Anna the Organist to the show as a new expert, Lil Jon gets the political party started and an outdoorsy version of Everybody's Rubbish.
8/21/2024 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
Good Gusset Chat
Greg's got Fact Controller Roisin Hastie in to tell us about Taylor Swift, dulcet (not Dorset!) tones and the right way to wear underwear. Plus, birthday breakfast for Calum Leslie goes missing.
8/20/2024 • 31 minutes, 36 seconds
Just Suck It Up
Producer Sophie has a birthday treat dilemma in Ask the Nation, Bleak Mornings are back very soon with Noah Kahan and have you ever been to dinner with someone annoying?
8/19/2024 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
Gulls, Flamingos and Farting Wombats
Birthday girl Roisin joins us for lots of Animal News, Alfie returns for Wrong’Uns (with a twist) and Nat O’Leary and Vicky Hawkesworth are getting excited for Malta.
8/16/2024 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds
Greg James and Chill?
We discover odd times listeners have chosen to tune in to the show and a very special guest is coming in tomorrow.
8/15/2024 • 40 minutes, 29 seconds
Blake Lively’s Unpopular Opinion
It Ends With Us star Blake joins us to hear shocking revelations about Taylor Swift and Lightning McQueen, Greg’s dance trail prank is put to the test again and Olympians Kate Shortman and Izzy Thorpe call the Ten Minute Takeover.
8/14/2024 • 44 minutes, 40 seconds
Hello, Itsmee!
Herb and Dr Floppy The Bloodhound lead a new list of “Dad Things”. Plus, we get your pre-planning steps to ensure meeting your celeb crush goes well and a Radio 1 Dance trail has spun completely out of control.
8/13/2024 • 43 minutes, 8 seconds
Fake Aussies and Eavesdropping
Greg tries to pull the wool over Fisher’s eyes, we hear tales of conversations overheard in restaurants and we chat to Olympic GOLD winner Toby Roberts.
8/12/2024 • 37 minutes, 14 seconds
Mullets Of The World Unite
A spin of Amyl & The Sniffers brings out an army of Mullet wearers, listener Laura stirs up an ick debate and we are joined by Olympic gold winner Ellie Aldridge.
8/9/2024 • 39 minutes, 47 seconds
Just Desserts
Listener Amber has an infuriating thing to Ask The Nation, Olympic Kayak queen Kimberley Woods calls in and we find out the result of the James Vs Edmondson race.
8/8/2024 • 37 minutes, 3 seconds
Bury The Rubbish!
It’s that time of the year to start “shredding for Spotify”! Plus, We catch up with boxing Bronze winner Lewis Richardson, Alice in Paris and the Tik Tok-er that started it all, Sophie Elizabeth.
8/7/2024 • 34 minutes, 21 seconds
No Disney Princess!
Listener Ashley took the Mickey at a Disney running event in Everyone’s Rubbish! Plus, Alice in Paris has been enjoying the Eiffel Tower twinkly thing and Katie Thistleton’s gone on the missing in Ibiza – time to call old friend, Shawn Moondez.
8/5/2024 • 38 minutes, 50 seconds
A Salute To A Hero
Greg doffs his cap to Britain’s greatest athlete, Andy Murray. Plus, Team GB rowers Becky Wilde & Mathilda Hodgkins Byrne celebrate their bronze win and Shot put wiz Scotty Lincoln plays Wrong’Uns.
8/2/2024 • 52 minutes, 37 seconds
What's My Age Again? and Olympian Kieran Reilly
Olympian Kieran Reilly chats to Greg in Ten Minute Takeover fresh from his BMX freestyle Silver win in Paris and Sarah Story plays What's My Age Again?
8/1/2024 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Olympian Nathan Hales and an Ode to Trifles
Team GB's Olympian Nathan Hales joins Greg for Ten Minute Takeover to talk about his Gold win in shooting. A game of 'Is It Just Us?' prompts an ode to the classic British dessert trifle and it's fart ceremony? Plus, secret pets, yesterday's quiz and All The Latest Things!
7/31/2024 • 47 minutes, 27 seconds
Gold Medals, Horse Gossip, and Sexy Film Debates: Greg's Olympic Extravaganza!
Greg chats with gold medallist Tom Pidcock, dives into fascinating Olympic horse facts with Emma, and plays a thrilling round of Sexy / Not Sexy: Film Edition with Ali Plumb.
7/30/2024 • 33 minutes, 45 seconds
Olympics Obsessed!
With the Olympics in full swing, Greg is dissecting everything that happened over the weekend. Plus Roisin is in for the Fact Controller, Yesterday's Quiz starts with Matt and All The Latest Things!
7/29/2024 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Jeff Goldblum's Mind-Blowing Voice Message...!
Get ready for the grand finale of Yesterday’s Quiz! Our favourite nerd, Andrew, returns for a round of Wronguns, and Jeff Goldblum leaves Greg utterly flabbergasted with a... well, let's just say it's an indescribable voice message.
7/26/2024 • 29 minutes, 4 seconds
From Hay Bales to Turntables
Tom, the young farmer, shares stories from his DJ set last night. We also uncover another gem from the Going Home song archive, and even Newscast is buzzing about 'Brat'.
7/25/2024 • 28 minutes, 29 seconds
Rainy Gigs, Quiz Whiz, and Sea Urchin Biz: A Wild Update
Speedy Sound Technician Andrew alleviates all our concerns about wet or rainy festivals and gigs with his expert knowledge, the return of Animal News, another engaging Yesterday's Quiz, and hear from Susanna as she updates us on the recovery progress of the sea urchins.
7/24/2024 • 36 minutes, 2 seconds
Daisy Edger Jones Going Home Song - Case Closed!
Join Greg today as Sian Eleri stops by for a hilarious round of "Sexy or Not Sexy." We'll wrap up the thrilling investigation of the Daisy Edger-Jones "Going Home Song" mystery with a satisfying conclusion. Plus, enjoy some entertaining tunnel talk during Yesterday's Quiz and unwind with another captivating bedtime story from Calum Leslie.
7/23/2024 • 48 minutes, 47 seconds
Unpopular Opinion with Billie Eilish: O2 Arena Roof Edition
Tom, the young farmer, shares some exciting news while he's on holiday and Sam takes on Yesterday's Quiz!
7/22/2024 • 36 minutes, 8 seconds
Unpopular Opinion With Hugh Jackman & Ryan Reynolds - Extended Special!
On today's show, Greg is joined by the incredible Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds, featuring an extended edit from this morning's show. Additionally, the fantastic Vernon Kay co-hosts the podcast, making it an extra special treat!
7/19/2024 • 42 minutes, 42 seconds
What's My Age Again - Griff Edition
Griff joins the show this morning and Greg switches into detective mode. Also, Susanna who works on the show, shares a story about her recent injury.
7/18/2024 • 27 minutes, 49 seconds
Daisy Edgar-Jones, Sit Down Stand Up
Star of Normal People and now Twisters is here and it turns out she is a big fan of the show. So we roll out an old feature for her to try. Also, Owen the Egg Man is called to help out with another egg disaster and we hear more of your petty vendettas.
7/17/2024 • 38 minutes, 27 seconds
Petty Vendettas
Times when you have to get your own back - even if it’s just silly. Plus, Greg upsets the hoards of Mr Tumble fans and Calum is here for a sports edition of Sexy or No Sexy!
7/16/2024 • 37 minutes, 4 seconds
Everyone’s Rubbish – Rave Edition
Arielle Free is back to discuss dance induced injuries and following England’s Euros defeat, producer Tom brings in some Paella to cheer us up.
7/15/2024 • 40 minutes, 52 seconds
A Sports Dilemma
Listener Harrison has a big problem with the Euros final and Asks The Nation for advice. Plus, Sam Macgregor is here for Wrong’Uns and some big guests are announced for next week.
7/12/2024 • 29 minutes, 22 seconds
The Mid-Year Review
Dua Lipa at school, calling Hans Zimmer or cancelling Cowboy Time? We run down all the highs and lows of the show so far this year. Also, more challenges with cheering and office clichés with Post Malone and Morgan Wallen.
7/11/2024 • 32 minutes, 5 seconds
Bits and Giggles
More times when you shouldn’t be laughing but do, an idea for all footy fans to try out during England’s semi final match and a Radio 1 beef is developing.
7/9/2024 • 33 minutes, 28 seconds
Steve Carell - The Full Interview
Want to hear Gru singing unpopular Opinion? Then look no further, we have the extended Steve Carell Unpopular Opinion featuring all the bits you may not have heard on air. Plus, inappropriate times when you get the giggles and a first ever play of Melvin Odoom’s debut song.
7/8/2024 • 51 minutes, 45 seconds
It’s Only Avril Lavigne!
Greg calls none other than Avril Lavigne to co-host the Ten Minute Takeover, wow! Also, egg smasher Owen is back for a game of WrongUns and Matt and Molly play How Well Do You Know Your House and it turns out Matt has more stairs than the Eiffel Tower!
7/5/2024 • 47 minutes, 27 seconds
Georgia-Mae Fenton is Here!
Olympic gymnast Georgia-Mae Fenton is here for a game of What’s My Age Again? Greg finds some Taylor Swift archive and we discuss the ups and downs of being tall or short.
7/4/2024 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds
Say It With Flowers!
The cynical side of Greg thinks men carrying flowers in the street must have done something wrong and bees, sheep and wedding rings are just a few of the things Fact Controller Roisin puts us straight on.
7/3/2024 • 33 minutes, 59 seconds
Silent Mice & Paper Clips
Dean McCullouch joins us for office based Sexy or No Sexy, Owen the Egg Man has become a star of Radio 4 and it seems Greg has become a Fashion Icon.
7/2/2024 • 33 minutes, 12 seconds
It’s The Freakin’ Newsbeat Baby!
Greg persuades Calum Leslie to be slightly less professional, Danny Beard give us the craziest answers yet in Wrong’Uns and we get obsessed by a French teacher teaching English
6/28/2024 • 33 minutes, 48 seconds
Munya, Ros and Raye’s Horny Bits
Munya Chawawa becomes George the Boy Scout to help out a listener, News and D&B star Ros Atkins becomes Fact Controller and listener Lauren demands Raye’s horny bits.
6/27/2024 • 52 minutes, 54 seconds
Long Boi Hits Glastonbury
As the gates open for another spectacular Glastonbury festival, listener Saskia has a pleasant surprise for Greg. Plus, Ricky and Melvin review last night’s England punditry.
6/26/2024 • 25 minutes, 6 seconds
Treading on Egg Shells!
Listener Owen has had a nightmare with ten thousand eggs, there's beef between Lycett and Styles and producer Sophie tests a must have, Glastonbury accessory.
6/25/2024 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Lupita Nyong’o and Joseph Quinn Unpopular Opinions
Greg’s back after blowing stubbies for a couple of weeks and is joined by the stars of A Quiet Place: Day One, to down a few Frubes.
6/24/2024 • 47 minutes, 7 seconds
Raye!
Greg somehow convinces Raye to cold call Hans Zimmer for the first time ever during their chat! Plus hard towels, ketchup pasta and milkshakes are all up for discussion in Unpopular Opinion.
6/7/2024 • 29 minutes, 18 seconds
…But I was Naked!
Olympic Judo legends Chris Skelley and Evan Molloy had an unfortunate experience in a hotel room in Everyone’s Rubbish, listener Tom has had a weird dream and we find a man blowing into a courgette – you’re welcome!
6/6/2024 • 35 minutes, 3 seconds
The Call of The Nightjar
We find out if Sarah Springwatch completed her mission, listener Liv Asks The Nation about skipping Christmas and we discover Melvin Odoom has a hidden talent.
6/5/2024 • 42 minutes, 31 seconds
The Ally Dally Brekkie Po!
Greggy Jay gets obsessed with made up abbreviations with Rizzy, Mezza and Cee! Plus, Jamie Laing plays What's My Age Again and listener Sarah is set a Springwatch challenge.
6/4/2024 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds
Super-cringe crush confessions!
Listeners Ella, Dan & Lottie share their cringey confessions of how they tried to impress their crush when they were younger! Gabrielle tries for Parklife VIP tickets, Greg reveals his new DJ persona, we relive Danny Howard on 'Sexy / Not Sexy'. Also, does Arielle Free know how to pronounce Rebecca Swash off've Newsbeat's name?
6/3/2024 • 36 minutes, 22 seconds
Peek-A-Boo Who?
Listener Alex misreads some flirtatious signals in Everyone’s Rubbish, SMASHBengali is here for some Wrong’Uns and Tom The Young Farmer breaks down his Big Weekend performance.
5/31/2024 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds
An Ultimatum for Mr. 305
Greg threatens a Pitbull ban but may need The King’s permission. Plus, Danny Howard (sexy) or Howard Daniels (not sexy) is here with some exciting Ibiza news, and it’s time for Rickie Haywood-Williams to be the show’s apprentice for the day.
5/30/2024 • 50 minutes, 33 seconds
The Hunt for Mr. Worldwide
Melvin Odoom is the show’s new apprentice and Greg sets him a task to track down Pitbull. Also, Truffles, babies and spiders are all subjects for a Big Weekend Unpopular Opinions and Newsbeat has reached a new level of fame.
5/29/2024 • 33 minutes, 32 seconds
Meow, What An Honour!
Listener Sam translates the show to his cat, the “ducket” hats sell like hotcakes and Greg gets too much dip on his chip at Big Weekend and upsets Sian Eleri’s mum.
5/28/2024 • 48 minutes, 48 seconds
The Final Chase
Clutching the last two tickets for the Big Weekend, it’s Charlie’s turn to hide somewhere in Luton. Another search begins. Also, find out all the details of Greg’s arrest by the Bedfordshire police.
5/24/2024 • 50 minutes, 4 seconds
Anything You Say Will Be Taken Down!
The chase is on for Rickie Hawood-Williams, a briefing for DJ TTYF and a shocking end to the show for Greg.
5/23/2024 • 1 hour, 37 seconds
Mad Hatters
Oré Olukoga is hiding in a very wet and windy Luton and everyone’s running around trying to fine him. Also, just to add to the mayhem, Greg is joined by the local primary school.
5/22/2024 • 47 minutes, 26 seconds
Who's Hoo!
Another Radio 1 DJ is hiding in Luton and another search begins for some more Radio 1 Big Weekend tickets.
5/21/2024 • 42 minutes, 34 seconds
Live From Luton
Greg and the team have arrived in Luton and are very excited for Radio 1’s Big Weekend and there is a mystery person hiding somewhere with a pair of tickets for anyone who finds them. The game is afoot!
5/20/2024 • 49 minutes, 3 seconds
All Fun & Games
Nat O’Leary plays On Vibes Alone, Shanequa Paris plays Wrong’Uns and a rampaging racoon’s playing havoc at a “soccer” match.
5/17/2024 • 37 minutes, 38 seconds
John Krazinski, Babies Down The Plughole and Troublesome Spuds
The star of The Office and now, IF is here to sift out some imaginary friends from real ones. Plus, terrifying Songs your Nan used to sing and times you’ve come a cropper with a spud.
5/16/2024 • 47 minutes, 58 seconds
Tactical Twins and Rogue Promises
We explore the fun you could have as an identical twin, Fruit-fly Danni has a problem with out-of-office messages and Vin Diesel in the Live Lounge anyone? Greg looks back at the Rogue Promises spreadsheet.
5/15/2024 • 44 minutes, 22 seconds
Muse-Beat
Calum Leslie and listener Lauren try to evoke the romance of Shakespearean Birmingham. Plus Grace joins us for a Lando Norris recap.
5/14/2024 • 31 minutes, 24 seconds
Lando Norris Extended Chat
F1 legend Lando is here for some Unpopular Opinions and here’s the full interview featuring bits you wouldn’t have heard on air. Also, there’s a lot of confusion between Beabadoobe and Dua La Peep!
5/13/2024 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
It Is What It Is
Rachel Chinouriri sends Greg charming message, Calum Leslie plays WrongUns and a spy tries to win Yesterday’s Quiz.
5/10/2024 • 26 minutes, 58 seconds
Over Exposure
Listener Flo heads the tales of wardrobe malfunctions in Everyone’s Rubbish and we have a new superhero on the 8th floor called Oatmilk Criag.
5/9/2024 • 33 minutes
Hands On The Wheel Please!
Bongo playing Cabbies, sexy ice pops and egg sandwiches and a catch up with old show favourite Niamh.
5/8/2024 • 45 minutes, 52 seconds
Greg’s In The Hotseat
It’s up to Greg to win tickets to Radio 1’s Big Weekend for listener Jack, so the tension mounts. Also, are your eggs fresh? Greg can advise.
5/7/2024 • 30 minutes, 7 seconds
Sexy or Not Sexy? with Charley Marlowe
It's a lot today! Charley Marlowe is in for a game of 'Sexy or Not Sexy', Yesterday's Quiz reaches it's peak and a pre-Pitbull Day celebration with Roise.
5/3/2024 • 41 minutes, 58 seconds
Beef with Radio 4?
Greg is calling out Radio 4 for not saying A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie and plays Rickie, Marvin and Charlie the 'song of the summer' remixed by Luke!
5/2/2024 • 34 minutes, 4 seconds
I’m Working Late…
.Greg messes up yet another song for us, educates Calum on the art of boning and finishes some grizzly business from 14 years ago with listener Claire.
5/1/2024 • 39 minutes, 6 seconds
Sauce or No Sauce?
Listener Billy has a problem with raunchy scenes in public, Lionesse Riley becomes the fith member of Fontaines D.C and Calum Leslie turns into an old Dinger.
4/30/2024 • 38 minutes, 28 seconds
On Vibes Alone!
Jack Saunders is here for a brand new game and as Greg, Rickie, Melvin and Charlie all try to out-roar each other in steps the Mufasa of Radio 1 – producer Travis.
4/29/2024 • 30 minutes, 54 seconds
The Doctor Returns
A recap of the Dr. Who premier brings another surprise, Sian Eleri is here for What’s My Age Again?, Richie Driss plays WrongUns and future aviator Olly gets some pilot voice coaching from Greg.
4/26/2024 • 47 minutes, 19 seconds
...with Greg Drains!
What has accidentally become your thing? Rubber ducks or maps maybe? Also, listener Emma, stuns everyone by eating something she shouldn't and today's Yesterday's Quizzer has far too many snakes.
4/25/2024 • 38 minutes, 51 seconds
A Cowboy For Christmas
Tales of holiday romances gone wrong, mundane things that remind you of an ex, a visit from Seagull Boy Cooper and Charlie Hedges with Sexy / No Sexy
4/24/2024 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
A Big Old Selection Box
Greg launches an investigation into what chocolate bars Taylor Swift and Matty Healy might be tucking into. Plus, alarm birds and fish doorbells feature in Animal News and we hear about the things you have learnt from previous relationships.
4/23/2024 • 41 minutes, 28 seconds
Swifty The Thief!
Greg is angry with Taylor Swift for releasing her album and nicking his listeners. Also, Sex Bomb Toaster Maz is back for WrongUn's and we learn a new and interesting fact about birds.
4/19/2024 • 44 minutes, 49 seconds
Tom Allen, You're Fired!
Comedian and Apprentice presenter Tom becomes producer and hears your stories of when you’ve been fired. Plus Sam and Danni give us some more Sexy / Not Sexy.
4/18/2024 • 50 minutes, 1 second
Sit Down Stand Up Olympian Special
Katie Thistleton joins us for a special game of Sit Down Stand Up and Yesterday’s Quiz leads to many of you blowing your own trumpets!
4/17/2024 • 42 minutes, 12 seconds
This Is For You Sex Bomb!
Listener Maz and family have a strange way of remembering their dear old Gran and ask Is It Just Us? Also, Kenny Allstar explains the Drake/Kendrick rap beef and listener Rebecca reviews the new Maggie Rogers album.
4/16/2024 • 37 minutes, 49 seconds
Adonis, Anakin & Andy
Greg met an Adonis on a plane and wonders if his siblings have such great names too. Plus, Jack Saunders is taking the reins on R1’s New Music Show, so gets some practice in by introducing some listener’s performances and Greg gets booed after a particularly intense Big Weekend competition.
4/15/2024 • 43 minutes, 42 seconds
Perrie Plays Sit Down Stand Up
A myriad of stars in today’s show courtesy of the great Perrie and a buttery biscuit, surprise visit from Gregg Wallace.
4/12/2024 • 46 minutes, 59 seconds
Marisa Abela and Jack O’Connell’s Unpopular Opinion
Stars of Back To Black are here to talk about the great Amy Winehouse and hear some of your Unpopular Opinions. Also, show legend Spanner is on for the quiz and Danni Diston gets a special surprise (sort of) from Greg.
4/11/2024 • 48 minutes, 34 seconds
A Nation of Slappers!
Listener Daniella’s family play a strange game with duck pancakes, and more stories of Instagram luring strategies leads to a new game of Sexy or No Sexy?
4/10/2024 • 41 minutes, 34 seconds
Boo You!
Times when you’ve been booed, Insta stories designed specifically to bag a crush and an idea for a mass bake-along.
4/9/2024 • 41 minutes, 48 seconds
The Great British Balding Bake Off!!
Clare Balding responds to Greg’s attempt at making her face out of biscuits, Danny Howard gives us the amazing line-up for Radio 1’s Ibiza weekend and Rickie and Melvin help us conduct a Facetime Fart Filter experiment.
4/8/2024 • 38 minutes, 41 seconds
Dog Days Aren’t Over
Greg’s loveable hound Barney, puts him in a spot of bother on a train, Ellie the socks-in-bed girl is back for a game of Wrong’Uns and the cast of Corrie have a nice prezzie for us.
4/5/2024 • 33 minutes, 44 seconds
Is Everything OK Sir?
Russell Kane sparks a debate about waiters who show off and the waiters come on to defend themselves. Also, like Baffle The Badger, have you ever been locked in somewhere? And need rescuing?
4/4/2024 • 25 minutes
Memories From The Womb.
Movie star Nicholas Cage sparks a debate about our earliest memories and Greg Asks The Nation whether a friend should be told if they are dating a loser.
4/3/2024 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Finn Wolfhard’s Unpopular Opinions
Star of Stranger Things and now Ghostbusters Finn is shocked by warm beer and boring darts. Plus, April and Adam battle out the final of the quiz and Early Breakfast’s Tinea Taylor plays Wrong’Uns.
3/22/2024 • 32 minutes, 9 seconds
Wallace On A Duck!
We get your wacky ideas for the Radio 1 Big Weekend merchandise and Greg’s early morning pal, Billy has been chewing over something (for far too long).
3/21/2024 • 28 minutes, 46 seconds
A Work of Kunst
Listener Carly is in Copenhagen on the trail of the missing Gregg Wallace clips and Declan McKenna is tying his shoes with spinach for Radio 1’s Big Weekend.
3/20/2024 • 32 minutes, 57 seconds
The Search Goes International
Greg is still missing his Gregg Wallace clips and it seems “evil ghost” Chris has crossed international borders with them! Also, how would you smuggle alpaca on to The Big Weekend stage? Joel Corrie tells us how.
3/19/2024 • 30 minutes, 9 seconds
Where’s Wallace?
Greg was devastated to find his Gregg Wallace clips missing – turns out that Producer Chris has left one last mystery for him. Also, Greg announces some Big Weekend artists and chats to Will from Chase & Status.
3/18/2024 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
Mollie, Chris and The Dinger Boy
Mollie is powering through the final day of her Pedal Power challenge and we say an emotional farewell (with a golden pasty of course) to producer Chris and ,coincidentally, The Dinger Boy.
3/15/2024 • 55 minutes, 19 seconds
Greg Invest!
It’s day 4 of The Pedal Power challenge for Red Nose Day and Greg’s preparing to cycle with Mollie. However, Matt Edmondson has other ideas.
3/14/2024 • 46 minutes, 21 seconds
The Extra Large Hump Day!
Craig David and The Fact Controller try to lift Mollie’s spirits on her Pedal challenge for Red Nose Day and Calum Leslie is preparing the ultimate Bedtime Story for her.
3/13/2024 • 45 minutes, 50 seconds
The Rap Battle
Matt Edmondson has spent hours composing a special rap to support Mollie King in her Comic Relief Pedal challenge. However Greg holds it to ransom and it might not EVER be heard unless the donation total reaches a whopping £60000 in two hours. And so starts a dramatic race against time ….
3/12/2024 • 53 minutes, 27 seconds
Go Molly!
Greg sets Mollie King off on her Pedal Power challenge for Red Nose Day and “Red Hat” Leo from Dua Lipa’s old school tells us of the special day she surprised them all.
3/11/2024 • 42 minutes, 26 seconds
Old Skool Dua!
Greg takes Dua Lipa back to her old school to settle some unfinished business with her old teacher, Tinder Tartare Ty is back for Wrong’Uns and a Groom and Best Man battle out the final of the quiz.
3/8/2024 • 36 minutes, 14 seconds
Icky Brollys and Fancy Flowers
Listener Jack Asks The Nation about a problem with flowers, Greg tries to help out Arielle with her hen-do plans and Ali Plumb has been talking to Millie Bobby Brown who, it turns out, is not a fan of a man with a brolly.
3/7/2024 • 36 minutes, 45 seconds
Dull Debates Over Steak Tartare
Selena Gomez provokes a meaty debate, Dua Lipa’s old teacher is on the phone and Greg sets up a special U.K day of celebration.
3/6/2024 • 31 minutes, 4 seconds
Joe Keery is Rehearsing For The Worst Thing!
Listener Amber has a problem with her dad’s trousers! Star of Stranger Things and now music Joe, helps her out. Also, Greg has found a dog that can give Hans Zimmer a run for his money and tries to get an egg down under.
3/5/2024 • 39 minutes, 16 seconds
Brits, Beans & Babysitting
Charlie and Meg review The Brit Awards, Masie reviews Greg’s babysitting skills and we come up with an amazing game featuring tins of beans.
3/4/2024 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds
Is Olly Alexander a Wrong’Un?
Eurovision contender Olly is here for a game of Wrong’Uns, legendary listeners Meg and Charlie get a special surprise and Calum Leslie delivers his monkey based bedtime story.
3/1/2024 • 45 minutes
Dylan, Monkeys and Pigeons
Calum Leslie is set a runaway monkey challenge, Dylan (not Bob) springs a surprise visit and Ali Plumb and Olivia Coleman become pigeons.
2/29/2024 • 50 minutes, 34 seconds
Banana Benders and Bougee Babies!
Roisin eases more confusion in Fact Controller, Greg wonders whether to take his dishwasher to The Brits and a Wonka Experience goes wonky in Glasgow.
2/28/2024 • 39 minutes, 33 seconds
The Winds Of Time
Florence Pugh and Zendaya spark a search for the most important farts in history, Arielle Free has put her foot in it again and Mollie King is about to embark on an amazing challenge.
2/27/2024 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
Why Are You Embarrassed?
Bowling, Bars, and Barbers head the list of things we get embarrassed about but really shouldn’t. Also, the battles are on for Yesterday’s Quiz and Mega Massive Mondays.
2/26/2024 • 28 minutes, 44 seconds
Dodos, Monkeys and The Fish of Doom!
Roisin is back for some extra weird Animal News, it’s Kate V Emily in the final of the quiz and Radio 1 newcomer Chris Howard plays Wrong’Uns.
2/23/2024 • 24 minutes, 51 seconds
Calvin Harris & Rag‘n’Bone Man
Calvin’n Rag play a new game called Celebrity Hold Line and we find out the TV shows that your weren’t allowed to watch as a kid (because you might get corrupted.
2/22/2024 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Joe Lycett Rehearses Again!
Joe Lycett returns to help out another listener's dilemma, one of the team makes a big impact at The 1975 gig and weird and wonderful ways you have ended a phone call.
2/21/2024 • 38 minutes, 53 seconds
Ruined Songs, Old Glasses and Dark Secrets
Listener James and friends try to find the oldest pint glass and ask - Is It Just Us? Plus, Radio 1 DJ’s reveal their secrets, we have a countdown of songs Greg has ruined and Quizzer Becky brings her own Dinger Boy!
2/20/2024 • 37 minutes, 12 seconds
Full of Wonders
Greg wonders if Denise Welch really is The Virgin Mary, Jordan North wonders if Greg wears rubber gloves when behind the wheel and listener Cara wonders if she can get a free roast dinner in How Well Do You Know Your Pub!
2/15/2024 • 36 minutes, 43 seconds
Remembering A Legend
Greg pays tribute to the inspirational ex-Radio 1 Breakfast Show host, Steve Wright. Plus, Remi Burgz is here for a round of What’s My Age Again? and pancakes and Lego cars head the list of things that have thrown you into a childish sulk.
2/14/2024 • 42 minutes, 31 seconds
The G.C, The C.P & A Thirsty Dog
Listener Hannah's dog gets a special treat everytime she gets out of the shower, Gemma Collins calls to put Calum Leslie straight and Chris Packham calls to put us straight on the Bird v Fruit issue.
2/13/2024 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Mega Massive Actors and Animals
It’s Mega Massive Monday time again and Greg is charged with finding famous actors and famous animals. Also, Calum Leslie has been on The Weakest Link - but how did he do?
2/12/2024 • 58 minutes, 25 seconds
Longboi: The Full Enquiry
Did Ed Gamble eat Greg’s feathered friend? A full investigation was launched and witnesses were called to the stand, including comedian and friend of Ed’s James Acaster, chef Cal Byerly and the accused himself Ed Gamble.
2/9/2024 • 28 minutes, 1 second
Declan McKenna
Declan is here for a game of What’s My Age Again? and what connects Arctic Monkeys, Saltburn and Dippy The Dinosaur? Find out in this podcast.
2/9/2024 • 32 minutes, 30 seconds
Klaus Acaster Spills The Beans!
The investigation into Ed Gamble’s eating habits intensifies, Roisin joins us for Animal News and times when pressing the wrong button has ended in disaster in Everyone’s Rubbish.
2/8/2024 • 41 minutes, 51 seconds
A Food Feud Ensues...
Greg believes comedian Ed Gamble has committed a heinous crime. Also, Hair Bobbles and Shampoo - Radio 1’s modern women run through more things that thoroughly modern women might die from and listener Charlie has been Rick Steining in Romania.
2/7/2024 • 33 minutes, 31 seconds
Fruit or Birds??
Today’s Unpopular Opinion throws up a very divisive question about Kiwis. Also, listeners come up with new lyrics for Zara Larsson’s new song and guess what?! Greg’s only going on Bake Off!!
2/6/2024 • 36 minutes
Mega Massive Monday ….
…is back! And Greg hates it. Also, we catch up with Kenny Allstar who’s in L.A for The Grammys.
2/5/2024 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Donald Glover & Maya Erskine
Donald & Maya A.K.A Mr. & Mrs. Smith are here for a game of Sit Down Stand Up. Plus, a Traitors style twist comes to Yesterday’s Quiz and listener of the week Holly is back for Wrong’Uns.
2/2/2024 • 40 minutes, 10 seconds
The Frog Squat!
Beware! Listener Lucas don’t do, do do, like you do! Plus, Russell T Davies surprises another Jan Slam loser, Ellie and her brass band play Eliza Rose and George The Nutter’s on The Quiz.
2/1/2024 • 40 minutes, 9 seconds
The Sound Of Silence
Awkward times when a rash comment has silenced a room, more things that could make a modern woman die and amazing T&C mix from Danny Howard.
1/31/2024 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds
...cos, I’m a creep. I’m a weirdo …
We get another example of an unwanted serenade from listener Gabby, some knockers and nuts in The Latest Things and blow your conch everyone! Danny Howard is here.
1/30/2024 • 40 minutes, 57 seconds
It’s Luton!!
Greg is in Luton - home to Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2024 and everyone is excited. Also, the final of The Traitors prompts a round of Everyone’s Rubbish!
1/29/2024 • 45 minutes, 29 seconds
The Fringe Festival
People around the U.K are donning clip-on Claudia fringes and getting down their local for The Traitors final, Rave-Cat Teddy appears in All The Latest Things and Jan Slammer Lauren is back for Wrong’Uns.
1/26/2024 • 28 minutes, 22 seconds
Traitors In Pubs
Greg has an idea for The Traitors final, river currents and breathless rappers are the subjects of Fact Controller and Polly gets some more doo doos!
1/25/2024 • 33 minutes, 36 seconds
Overhunning and Undersunning
Aileen heads a list of things that modern women might die from (if you are being over dramatic!), Becky does a strange thing with a hot water bottle and Ali the Power-Intro fan demands some more ones!
1/24/2024 • 49 minutes, 1 second
Pants, Owls and Power Intros
Producer Tom gives his verdict on the “tackle bag” pants, Arielle Free hangs out with famous owls and listener Ali has an ultra-nerdy request.
1/23/2024 • 32 minutes, 12 seconds
Paul, Paul and Polly
Paul Mescal joins us for a very tense game of Sit Down Stand Up, a very special Yesterday’s Quizzer surprises Greg and listener Polly gives us some doo doos!
1/22/2024 • 45 minutes, 35 seconds
Hey Spam Spender!!
Lenders, Defenders and Spenders line up to resolve a Fender Fight between Greg and Jordan, Dr. Who fan Felix is back for Wrong’Uns and (Dame) Sarah Story brings us a special U.C Techno remix.
1/19/2024 • 52 minutes, 12 seconds
Jan Slam VAR Special!
All the latest things! Yesterdays Quiz, and Greg reconnects with Freya, the fortunate winner of an exclusive meet-and-greet opportunity with the legendary Barney.
1/18/2024 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds
Who Wears The Pants?
We find out who wears the pants on Rickie, Melvin and Charlie's show, escaped monkeys and chicken whisperers appear in Animal News, Dr. Who fan Felix gets a special surprise and last year’s Jan Slam winner Freya is here to walk Barney.
1/17/2024 • 48 minutes, 5 seconds
It’s Mauve Tuesday!
We celebrate post Blue Monday with some extra Birkbeck McMillan, an old Ask The Nation and a bumper pack of pants.
1/16/2024 • 40 minutes, 53 seconds
Remembering Annie
From The Beatles to Billie Eilish, we look back at the career of the legendary Annie Nightingale. Also, the new Dua fan, Richard The Radiographer, goes stateside and some TV detectives play Yesterday’s Quiz.
1/15/2024 • 44 minutes, 32 seconds
We’re Just Normal Men!
Lauren Layfield is here to spill the beans on the Hacker The Dog incident and play a quick game of Wrong’Uns, Sarah Story is set a Techno challenge and The Grease Megamix is fought for in the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
1/12/2024 • 31 minutes, 49 seconds
Not Just Pants
We tackle the question of who wears what underwear at Radio 1, Charlie Tee enlists Clipz to make a special Jungle mix and partying dogs and wasps grab the headlines in All The Latest Things.
1/11/2024 • 42 minutes, 8 seconds
The Penne Drops
Listener Sarah doesn’t mess around when it comes to pasta, there’s a monkey on the loose in Stroud and Melvin Odoom becomes Melvin Oboom when Greg covers him with bubble wrap.
1/10/2024 • 45 minutes, 23 seconds
King Vs Cowboy
King TYF A.K.A Tom The Young Farmer makes a final decision on one of the show's most divisive features, another Jan Slam prize is fought for and producer Chris dies on air (almost).
1/9/2024 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
It’s Murder On The Dancefloor!
Greg turns into an evil witch to record some new music for The Traitors, Jan Slam is back and two footy fans have a tense battle and one of the show’s daily features divides the nation.
1/8/2024 • 37 minutes, 9 seconds
The final pod of the year!
ALL the Christmas feels courtesy of Stormzy, Callum Leslie and Anya from the BBC cafe...
12/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 54 seconds
The Sprouty Claus Live Lounge!
Greg performs as his CBeebie's Supertato alter-ego Sprouty Claus alongside Sam Ryder...
12/21/2023 • 46 minutes, 38 seconds
Jamie Dornan CANNOT sing Unpopular Opinion...
Plus Sam Ryder ahead of Greg's Live Lounge, Melvin Odoom as a granny, and much more.
12/20/2023 • 42 minutes
Doctor Who, Sprouty Claus plans & Owls in Christmas Trees
Doctor Who AKA Ncuti Gatwa plays Everyone's Rubbish, plus tonnes of absolute nonsense.
12/19/2023 • 45 minutes, 5 seconds
Festive Throwback Fun
Katie Thistleton joins us to look back at some old festive whackiness, The Early Breakfast Boomerang, Joel Mitchell plays Wrong’Uns and we have another chorus of “Cancelled Meeting!”
12/15/2023 • 26 minutes, 56 seconds
A Yuletide Fact Controller
Roisin brings us some festive facts, and we bring news on Neal The Seal and the University Challenge Chicken.
12/14/2023 • 33 minutes, 52 seconds
The Great Wallace Count Up
It’s that time of year when we guess how many Christmas trees adorn the Gregg Wallace house and Sam and Danni are here to receiver a Star Caller – 11 years late!
12/13/2023 • 37 minutes, 49 seconds
Who’s A Pretty (odd) Boy?
Greg plays the part of Poppy The Parrot in Rehearsing For The Worst Thing and if that doesn’t convince you that this is the craziest show ever we’ll throw in some quizzing chickens and a fruity Santa faffing about with Ariana Grande!
12/12/2023 • 29 minutes, 8 seconds
Bring Out The Christmas Poo Uncle!
Team member Susanna’s family get their Christmas presents in a very peculiar way – and asks Is It Just Us? Truck driver Scott has been playing a sneaky game with the Radio 1 DJs and Greg reverses an old Radio 1 ban.
12/11/2023 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
Tate McRae’s Wrong’Uns
Sprout loving Tate McRae meets Sprouty Claus for an origami contest, cancelled meetings of the world are celebrated and Amy and Eve battle out the final of the quiz.
12/8/2023 • 27 minutes, 36 seconds
Tom Davis, Sad Gary & Sprouty Claus
The great star of comedy and now, Wonka is here to Rehearse For The Worst Thing , Greg tries to cheer up Gary Neville and Charlie brings a very special Sprouty Claus mix.
12/7/2023 • 36 minutes, 54 seconds
Big Bang Theories
Everyone’s Rubbish brings tales of near explosions, exploding bees are discussed in All Of The Latest Things and Ali Plumb explodes…Well, he doesn’t really but I just got fixated with the word explode.
12/6/2023 • 39 minutes, 2 seconds
The Hair Of The Italian Dog
Is It Just Us brings Lindsay and her peculiar dog groomer, we find a dog with an Italian accent and Cowboy Time takes a festive twist.
12/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 48 seconds
(Almost) A Blast From The Past
A news story ignites listeners to scour their gardens, The Doctor Of Everything, Aileen is live on the show diffusing all of your oddball theories and a play of Yard Act sparks a flurry of dad jokes.
12/4/2023 • 28 minutes, 52 seconds
The Ribbon Is Cut
The Big Weekend Exhibition at The V&A Museum in Dundee officially opens and Greg dons his kilt and sporran and goes on a mission to disrupt proceedings.
12/1/2023 • 34 minutes, 28 seconds
In Search of… An Anxious Anteater
A 6ft Goose goes on the hunt for a diabetic anteater, Greg becomes Old Sprouty Claus and Calum Leslie spins a Christmas tale.
11/30/2023 • 44 minutes, 38 seconds
In Search Of Big Snippers
The Lord Provost of Dundee treats us to a Cowboy Time – Yes, really!...and Self Esteem donates a special item to our V&A exhibition.
11/29/2023 • 49 minutes, 22 seconds
In Search of Mannequins & Donuts
Greg joins Arielle in Dundee to help find items for the Big Weekend Exhibition in the V&A Museum.
11/28/2023 • 40 minutes, 26 seconds
Cowboy Time – LIVE!
Last week’s quizzers bring us a special Ten To Ten, Arielle Free is hanging out with the alpacas in Fundee.
11/27/2023 • 35 minutes
The Battle of Little and Big Horn
Weird noises galore as our horn section battle out the final of the quiz, the boss of the V&A Museum in Dundee has a word with Greg and Early Breakfast’s Chrissy Cameron plays Wrong’Uns.
11/24/2023 • 26 minutes, 44 seconds
The Devil’s Cake!
Listener Rhianna has a strange ritual when cutting cake, Brenda Lee’s been singing on a plane and
Ali Plumb’s been hanging out with Tom Hiddleston no less!
11/23/2023 • 38 minutes, 59 seconds
It’s Cowgirl Time!
Greg calls Holly at 10 to 10, George plays How Well Do You Know Your Pub, Jack Horner is on the quiz and Brian, Dave and Alison contribute to the Museum Of Nonsense.
11/22/2023 • 38 minutes, 54 seconds
That’s A Powerful Racket!!
Newsbeat’s Jordan Kenny’s Gran is not a fan of Radio 1, some Aussie Crocs get aroused by a big chopper in Animal News and Greg and Arielle reminisce about Big Weekend
11/21/2023 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds
Tracked and Signed to Dundee
Greg talks celebrity haircuts - the do's and don'ts (mainly don'ts), Ellie plays her cornet on Yesterday's Quiz and we send a very special pair of shoes to Dundee.
11/20/2023 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
Intrigued by the drool..
Greg helps caller Emma get back in the dating game and an exciting Yesterdays Quiz final!
11/17/2023 • 28 minutes, 42 seconds
Dating Advice
Katie Thistleton gives dating advice and Greg's found a giggly video!
11/16/2023 • 30 minutes, 50 seconds
Wake Up!
Listener Mattie has an alarming habit and asks Is It Just Us? We speak to the Dua Lipa reviewer that has an OBE and Lizzie from Dundee has another stamp of nonsense for the V&A museum.
11/15/2023 • 40 minutes, 28 seconds
How Much??
Ever placed an order, balked at the price but bought anyway? Sam did and now he has a massive Lemon Meringue Pie! Also, Rich Uncle Moneybags comes under scrutiny in Fact Controller, a Hula Hoop champion joins us for the quiz and Vicky has met the Peabody Duckmaster of Memphis!
11/14/2023 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
Dog Dates and Distant Planets
Listener Emma Asks The Nation for some advice on finding a dog dad and it turns out that on a clear night you can see Uranus (which for some reason amuses our Greg).
11/13/2023 • 34 minutes, 47 seconds
Dua Lipa’s Unpopular Opinion
Dua Lipa A.K.A Leepa Dupa AKA. Doola Peep is here and does something weird with ice cream. Also, Damaris is back for a round of Wrong’Uns and Carris has lost a valuable V&A Museum artifact.
11/10/2023 • 35 minutes, 59 seconds
An Elephant is a Dog!
Greg and Roisin re-classify all animals in Animal News, Calum Leslie plays a new game Whats My Pace Again? and the kids of Fleet Nursery give us a brilliant Cowboy Time.
11/9/2023 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Wrong Direction!
Everyone’s Rubbish brings tales of being in the wrong place, Andrew Cotter and David Mitchell join the list of “internal Voices” and a show legend joins us for Cowboy Time!
11/8/2023 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds
All Theroux My Life
The legend that is Louis Theroux is here for some Unpopular Opinions and it turns out he is the narrator of many a listeners life. Also, it’s I’m A Celebrity time so the rumour mill grinds into action and Phil Neville’s new football team gets a new theme tune.
11/7/2023 • 43 minutes, 14 seconds
Late Night Hide and Seek
Listener Liam plays a strange game with himself after a night out, Jess found herself up to her neck in something unpleasant and Lloyd's got a belter of a photo for The Big Weekend exhibition.
11/6/2023 • 30 minutes, 51 seconds
Buttered and Bruised
Listener Joe gets accidentally chained up, Hayley dries herself to sleep (Julia Fox style) and Ten To Ten Glen is back for a round of WrongUns.
11/3/2023 • 22 minutes, 11 seconds
Cake tins, Cat-flaps & Countertops …
….head the list of things our listeners have got stuck in, Maisie Peters gives us a tortoise update and Gadget’s shell bell rings for a round of How Well Do You Know Your Pub!
11/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 19 seconds
“Normal” Service Resumes
Spitting fish, roaming cats, lonely sheep, a cricket nut and a Jordan dunking – What more could you possibly want?
11/1/2023 • 32 minutes, 51 seconds
Dropped!
Jack, Sian and Vicky relive the iconic moment Jordan North drops into a two-gallon vat of gunge.
10/31/2023 • 8 minutes, 36 seconds
Truth or Lies
Can Vick Hope be trusted today? Jordan finds out with the help of a lie detector. Charlie and Melvin discuss.
10/31/2023 • 8 minutes, 43 seconds
The Radio 1 Drop is here…
This morning 13 presenters were summoned to Radio 1 Breakfast for Halloween but there was a notable absentee... What on earth is going on? Dean McCullough investigates.
10/31/2023 • 15 minutes, 15 seconds
Julia Fox Gets The Dryer Treatment
Julia Fox is here for some rather disgusting Unpopular Opinions and it turns out she loves getting blown when going to sleep. So Greg obliges of course.
10/30/2023 • 34 minutes, 59 seconds
Gregory...
Revenge is coming, but for who? Listen to Radio 1 from 7am on Halloween morning.
10/27/2023 • 32 seconds
The Game Of The Name
The team have an evil game to put Greg’s memory to the test, James Blunt gets another airing of his semi by the sea and a listener gets a Sugar block.
10/19/2023 • 34 minutes, 31 seconds
Don’t Back Down – Double Down!
Times when you were so sure you were right, only to find there isn’t a Killer Whale in Chester. Plus, Driving in Donny? Then you’ll need the latest traffic and travel from YUNGBLUD.
10/18/2023 • 28 minutes
The Return Of The Original FC
Roisin Hastie is back to put you straight on wet eggs and homeless snails, Ewan McVicar is called to explain his “Groove Thang” and it’s Gregg Wallace’s birthday – Wow, What an honour!
10/17/2023 • 35 minutes, 34 seconds
All The Best Bits And Of Course - Ballroom Dancing!
We hear how your weekends went in the style of Strictly's Shirly Ballas, listener Danni has a marriage concern to Ask The Nation and we find out that Charlie Hedges keeps many a bum clean.
10/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
What Tyler?
Tylers and Tilers battle out the final of the quiz, Nikita Kanda turns into an Essex granny to help out listener Georgia, and Bath-man Craig is back for a round of Wrong’Uns
10/13/2023 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Logical Loos and Spiders on Sticks
Aileen is back with a list of Ig Noble Prize contenders, disasters in swimming pools are discussed in Everyone’s Rubbish and is the Grand Old Duck of York back from the dead??
10/12/2023 • 39 minutes, 39 seconds
Royal Beef!
It seems Greg is no longer a Royal favourite, listener Craig throws in a bath bomb in Is It Just Us? And Daniel's gym remembers Long Boi.
10/11/2023 • 42 minutes, 33 seconds
Let’s Get Ready To Stumble!
Listener Beth is put to the test in a round of How Well Do You Know Your Pub? Washing machine pods and sloppy cement top the list of things you shouldn’t but are tempted to eat and Leigh-Anne Pinnock gets a wakeup call ahead of her Live Lounge appearance.
10/10/2023 • 35 minutes, 44 seconds
The Foot Report
Warning: Due to unseasonably warm weather, people are getting their feet out and it's NOT acceptable. Also, listener Emma Asks The Nation if it is O.K to take your laptop to the loo.
10/9/2023 • 32 minutes, 26 seconds
A Mission For Maisie
Maisie Peters calls from Texas to join in with the Millie Bobby Brown Tortoise Hunt, nugget-man Ben is back for Wrong’Uns and the reluctant quizzers battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
10/6/2023 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
Cereal Cyclists and Magpies
Newcastle fans celebrating their great win, people dining in the weirdest of places and annoying noises in Calum Leslie’s ears.
10/5/2023 • 34 minutes, 23 seconds
A Nugget’s Always The Answer!
A chicken nugget saves a sinking ship (or does it??) Nikita Kanda takes a break from Strictly to play a quick game of What’s My Age Again? and Lettuce Girl Stevie is back offering sandwiches to the stars.
10/4/2023 • 33 minutes, 22 seconds
So Many Questions
Is it O.K to hairdryer your bits in public? Does Oxford smell of farts? Who’s Page? How do you spell Siloooettes? All will be answered.
10/3/2023 • 35 minutes, 35 seconds
I'll Never Forget What's'isname
The team have a new game to test Greg’s memory, listeners around the nation shout along to Olivia Rodrigo and Charlotte from York gives us another Long Boi update.
10/2/2023 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Get The Paaarty Started, Darling!
Greg “Basseyfys” some modern classics, Lauren gives us one last beaver in the quiz, Lois is back for WrongUns and Radio 1’s newest recruit Evanna Maxted has a request.
9/29/2023 • 41 minutes, 1 second
Can I Get A “Yeah C’Mon”?
Stranger things are going down in the search for Millie Bobby Brown’s tortoises as Greg goes stateside. Also, Caity Baser and Michael Aldag are here to find out if their dating profile songs produced any results for Lucy and Keiron.
9/28/2023 • 36 minutes, 40 seconds
Don’t Say A Word!
President Biden’s dog has been nipping at security, but what can you say? Also, Rylan’s snake is back in Animal News and Betty Barker’s Duck Club join in the quest for Long Boi’s successor.
9/27/2023 • 42 minutes, 42 seconds
Morning Angels!
A trio from Leeds Uni play a game of How Well Do You know Your Student House? Tom The young Farmer is back for Cowboy Time and can Atlanta DJ Southside Steve help us with the Tortoise Search?
9/26/2023 • 33 minutes, 13 seconds
Brown’s Tortoises and Ball’s Ducks
The search for Millie Bobby Brown’s tortoises and for the longest duck continues, listener Kyle can’t help getting up to mischief in his hotel room and Rickie and Melvin try to re-create the Angela Rippon leg-up.
9/25/2023 • 36 minutes, 55 seconds
The Return Of Cowboy Joe
Joe is back for WrongUns, Europe’s Biggest Dance Show is back so we have more fun with the trailer and Amber and Dominique battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
9/22/2023 • 29 minutes, 29 seconds
You’ll Never Guess Wha….
A Prank call to a dad leads to a new feature, some more specially crafted dating profile songs from Caity Baser and Michael Aldag, a dog playing the piano and a return of David Yoghurt.
9/21/2023 • 33 minutes, 29 seconds
Millie Bobby Brown & The Lost Tortoises
Star of Stranger Things Millie is here for a game of Sit Down Stand Up and sets Greg on an animal hunt. Also, we speak to Mirror Girl Izzy and we have a real disaster at Ten To Ten.
9/20/2023 • 47 minutes, 53 seconds
Art For Art’s Sake
Nikita Kanda takes a quick break from Strictly to become fact controller, Greg becomes the Bunker Dude and we hear of all the times you have scammed your art teacher.
9/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Everything is Discovered at Some Point....
It's time for another Podcast from Greg James and Chris Smith with the News.
This week: Rage Against the Answer Machine with Adele (not that one), What is This Song in Panpipes?, Rent-A-Greg rents a van and we play Wrong'Uns with one of our all time favourite contestants.
Plus, all the usual Podcast extras: Julia's Word of the Week, Fruit of the Week and Tea 20
9/19/2023 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Mawaan and an Old Bag
Comedian Mawaan Rizwaan is here to help out a listener with a bag problem, pipe-fitters take over the Ten Minute Takeover Jordan’s Arch Nemesis calls in with an Unpopular Opinion.
9/18/2023 • 46 minutes, 19 seconds
Ten Mounds-A-Minute Betty
We have a great Ten To Ten with Betty and her digger, Greg enlists some pro singers to boost some dating profiles and listener Izzy does something very strange with mirrors
9/14/2023 • 36 minutes, 24 seconds
The Wonka Warble and a Quick Kip
We try to imagine what Timothée Chalamet might sound like when singing, Sarah from Buxton crosses the line with her neighbours in Ask The Nation, and Greg decides to take a nap – MID SHOW!
9/13/2023 • 37 minutes, 45 seconds
Stick ‘Em Up!
Police raids on yoga classes, route obsessed dads, fast ducks, cows in holes, classroom quizzes and a Ten to Ten from Tenterden! What more do you need in a podcast?
9/12/2023 • 41 minutes, 16 seconds
Faster Than A Ray Of Light??
Listener Kerry tries to catch her own eye in the mirror and wonders if it’s just her, Yesterday’s Quiz becomes Yesterday’s Miss for Molly and were you the fastest in your school? And was it all downhill from there?
9/11/2023 • 34 minutes, 44 seconds
Dam and Sammi Who?
Greg gets Sam and Danni to test the good citizens of Cardiff, Calum Leslie is still after a CBeebies job and Dean and Lauren battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
9/8/2023 • 19 minutes, 39 seconds
Sorry I’m Wet…Let’s Party!
Everyone’s favourite Aussie DJ, Fisher has been swimming to parties – and it seems he’s not the only one. Plus Greg lets out a shocking admission and Jack Saunders makes a boo boo with Bombay Bicycle Club.
9/7/2023 • 26 minutes, 34 seconds
Daisy May Cooper & The Digital Dinosaur
Daisy is here and helps out listener Olivia in Rehearsing For The Worst Thing and we get Judge Jordan’s verdict on the “Icky Issue”.
9/6/2023 • 32 minutes, 39 seconds
An Icky Request
Jordan North prompts an impromptu Ask The Nation with a very strange request and Emma from Buxton is back for a special Stormzy and Raye remix.
9/5/2023 • 33 minutes, 12 seconds
Good Clap / Bad Clap
On today's podcast; a gripping new game, Jelly Lady and Yesterday's Quiz!
9/4/2023 • 28 minutes, 5 seconds
An End Of Summer Review!
Greg catches up with Mildred (Rose) and Steff! Also, we look back at summers best bits.
9/1/2023 • 27 minutes, 36 seconds
Barney, Are You There?!
A chaotic Cowboy Time. A five million bee nightmare and a questionable 'Is It Just Us'.
8/31/2023 • 20 minutes, 39 seconds
Rehearse For The Worst
Greg dusts off his drama degree to help with a caller, and a wholesome cowboy time.
8/30/2023 • 23 minutes, 10 seconds
The Ultimate Animal News!
Greg shares some his favourite moments from his trip to London Zoo last week!
8/29/2023 • 23 minutes, 8 seconds
Answers Needed From Joel Corry
Plus, the quiz makes a return!
8/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Reminder: Remember To Say Thank You To Your Bus Driver
Greg shares a wholesome chat with a bus driver and a very exciting LIVE 'Latest Things'.
8/24/2023 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
I've Got Custard All Over My Pudding..
Callum Leslie's potential CBeebies career gets a boost from Greg and a 10to10 apology.
8/23/2023 • 27 minutes, 32 seconds
The Perfect Bedtime Story
After hearing about it in the bulletins all morning, Greg gets Calum Leslie to tell the perfect bedtime story about the giraffe with no spots! Plus, lots of great dad things and could Rihanna name her baby Roger?
8/22/2023 • 34 minutes, 25 seconds
The Nonsense Audit
Greg's doing an audit of all the little bits and bobs of nonsense on the show like 'are you well?', 'DOUBLE GAMMON' and 'Neanderthal's 123' - what's staying and what's going? Plus a review of the Woman's World Cup final and Greg shares his elation at spotting The Naked Man on holiday!
8/21/2023 • 30 minutes, 37 seconds
A Hotdog Affair
Remember Charlie? The man who whose age we will never really know? Well, you won’t believe what he did to Meg over a pan of hotdogs! Also, Masie and Gina battle out the quiz and, unfortunately, whoever wins – the listeners will lose.
8/4/2023 • 34 minutes, 2 seconds
DIY Dads and Ducks
We get more of your strange Dad Things, Longboi The Duck is to be immortalised forever and a Calvin Harris gets some jelly treatment.
8/3/2023 • 45 minutes, 37 seconds
Tiny Little Jerks
Birdsong and Turtlenecks are some Unpopular Opinions that Calvin Harris helps us deal with. A seagull gets in a ruck at the rugby and there’s a strange noise going around the cinemas.
7/31/2023 • 32 minutes, 57 seconds
Calvin Harris Picks A Banger
Calvin is here to choose a banger from 2021 which is quickly disputed by Danny Howard. Plus, we bring the first ever group Ten To Ten call.
7/28/2023 • 19 minutes, 58 seconds
Sticky Fingered Drivers
Outrageous stories of pizza nickers, a whole lotta Bull going down in Birmingham and listener Charlie throws a curveball in What’s My Age again with Sian Eleri.
7/27/2023 • 36 minutes, 28 seconds
The Great DJ Hunt Extended Q&A
Greg attempts to answer your questions about last week’s DJ Hunt, is planning on going to see Barbie (dressed in pink maybe) and urges delivery drivers everywhere to jump into a swimming pool.
7/26/2023 • 43 minutes, 55 seconds
Quick Shout-out To Ricky Ponting
A Matt and Arielle catch up, then we hear all sorts of noises coming from Gregg Wallace.
7/25/2023 • 37 minutes, 34 seconds
The Biggest Turn Off
Molly King explains herself and Greg questions your biggest turn off..
7/24/2023 • 28 minutes, 3 seconds
Great DJ Hunt Recap - Deadline Day
The tension mounts as Greg and the the team and the listeners rush to fing Mollie King.
7/21/2023 • 45 minutes, 24 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - Sausage Rolls & Spanish Beaches
All it took was one picture of the iconic sausage roll and three presenters are found - Jeremiah, Kenny All Star and Charlie T are now all on Team Greg! After three days of pints, Jordan is now sunning on a beach in Spain? The hunt continues...
7/20/2023 • 14 minutes, 23 seconds
Great DJ Hunt Recap – 100 Hour Deadline
Harold Printer delivers some worrying news that could jeopardise the future of Radio 1!! Plus, there seems to be hundreds of Jack Saunders’s on tourist busses and Rickie and Melvin are still rushing to make to the Live Lounge in time.
7/20/2023 • 20 minutes, 24 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - The Mysterious Pint
An update on Rick & Melvin's ferry adventure but how are they getting to the studio once they're in England? The perfect pint pictures continue as we're still trying to find Jordan North.
7/20/2023 • 10 minutes, 32 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - End of an Innings
After working his magic and unsuccessfully starting a cricket chant, Matt Edmondson is found at Old Trafford! Plus Rickie and Melvin are channelling Rose and Jack?
7/19/2023 • 10 minutes, 12 seconds
Great DJ Hunt Recap – Pigs and Playing Cards
We get a quick find at another theme park, Melvin and Rickie are still trying desperately to get to the ferry port and Matt and Mollie are having fun with AI.
7/19/2023 • 13 minutes, 10 seconds
Great DJ Hunt Recap – Time Is Ticking
An old Radio 1 DJ comes to join the hunt for Rickie and Melvin, Matt Edmonson is still on the run and Jaguar seems to be in a zoo.
7/19/2023 • 18 minutes, 57 seconds
Great DJ Hunt Recap – Caught In A Riptide
Fairground rides, churro stands and cross country trains, the search for the lost DJs continues.
7/18/2023 • 16 minutes, 22 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap – Chasing Waterfalls
Arielle Free and Vick Hope have posted some clues so Greg hits a women’s lingerie shop in the high street.
7/18/2023 • 14 minutes, 2 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - A Race Against The Tide
Greg gets sent on a wild dinosaur chase, but gets his revenge by setting up a race against time.
7/18/2023 • 16 minutes, 40 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - A Saucy Clue
Garlic sauce, pound shop and chicken leads Greg & Charlie to Katie, Victoria and Gemma!
7/17/2023 • 10 minutes, 4 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - Meerkats, Bath and the Romans!
The game continues - Greg's found five presenters Dan, Alyx, Nels, Dean & Nat!!
7/17/2023 • 14 minutes, 1 second
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - Greg Has A Logistical Nightmare
As Danny Howard and Pete Tong are found, it seems the Radio 1 DJs seem to be scatttered far and wide so Greg has the problem of getting them to a BBC Studio.
7/17/2023 • 16 minutes, 16 seconds
Giant DJ Hunt Recap - The Game Is Afoot
Greg gets a strange message from the studio printer and a massive task begins.
7/17/2023 • 11 minutes, 3 seconds
Beggin' Greg
Greg speaks to Radio 1's newcomer Conor Knight and questions asked about next week..
7/14/2023 • 38 minutes, 30 seconds
Blab In A Cab
We get strange taxi tales from your local cabbies, more things that only your dad would do and Rickie Haywood-Williams is here for a game of What’s My Age Again?.
7/13/2023 • 34 minutes, 18 seconds
Disastrous Dreams and Mambo #Cheese
Greg gets a worrying message from a friend, we listen back to some classic cheese and listener Joe knocks on doors in Ask The Nation.
7/12/2023 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Thank You For Your Service!
Listener Ralph delivers the worst chat-up line ever, a dog takes on a hawk in Animal News and we hear from some more Moaning Millionaires.
7/11/2023 • 25 minutes, 32 seconds
Who Cuffed Grandpa?
Listener Amelia leads the way with Everyone’s Rubbish! We hear the results of Naomi’s kids party playlist and catch up with Jess about the Breadolympics.
7/10/2023 • 36 minutes, 20 seconds
How Could You, Greg?
Greg gets told off by an 11 year old listener, Danny Howard’s been hobnobbing with all the stars in Ibiza and Jess – the bread thrower- is back for WrongUns.
7/7/2023 • 32 minutes, 49 seconds
Fire Up The Threads
Greg gets in on the Threads action with a naked pic of Ainsley, Matt Edmonson becomes Fact Controller and puts us right on the size of a mole and listener Liam has an amazing idea for Radio 1 Anthems.
7/6/2023 • 36 minutes, 11 seconds
The All New TikTok Hack Disasters Game
Greg tries to decide the good hacks from the bad, is curious about a show you have to be a bit “tapped” to watch and has a yearning to be a Duckmaster.
7/5/2023 • 35 minutes, 30 seconds
The 2023 Doughlympics
Bagette Vs Nan Bread which can be thrown the furthest? Jess Asked The Nation and we reveal the answer on this podcast, so dry yer pants and get listening.
7/4/2023 • 40 minutes, 49 seconds
It’s Quackboy Time!
We bring the craziest ten to ten call ever, tales of chaos in the drive-thru and restaurant in Everyone’s Rubbish! and our resident health and safety expert, Ian, gives guidance on what and what not to throw on to your favourite pop stars stage.
7/3/2023 • 33 minutes, 4 seconds
Phoebe Waller-Bridge - Extended Interview
Star of Fleabag and now the latest Indiana Jones film chats about making friends with Indie himself, Harrison Ford, all the fun that was had making the movie and gets to judge your Unpopular Opinions. Plus, all the usual show favourites, WrongUns, Yesterday’s Quiz and a great call at cowboy time.
6/30/2023 • 43 minutes, 22 seconds
Animals On The Run!
The Animal News hot desk brings us tales of runaway llamas and deers in the gym and Ooops! - Times when cleaners have made massive blunders.
6/29/2023 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Who Dresses A Pineapple Under The Sea...
Listener Joe's dad does something weird with fruit, Jack Saunders reverses the tables on Greg for a Ten to Ten and we bring you some more classic TV tantrums.
6/28/2023 • 34 minutes, 3 seconds
Blast Greg!
Team member Vinuri has an idea for an amazing send off for Greg, should he become a cropper, Nat O’Leary is here for a round of Top Of The Shops and listener Amanda has been on Cara Delevingne’s chopper.
6/27/2023 • 47 minutes, 41 seconds
Glastover
The Glastonbury hangover begins but what a way to finish with Sir Elton rocking the Pyramid stage without so much as a sip of water. Our competition winner Dale also had a good time and there’s good news about the Asda Seagull.
6/26/2023 • 30 minutes, 27 seconds
People Juice..
Greg tries to track down Bristol's famous seagull and a tense 'Yesterday's Quiz' final!
6/23/2023 • 23 minutes, 44 seconds
Greg Is A BTEC Harry Styles
Introducing the new schedule! Builders voice concerns and callers want answers from Greg.
6/22/2023 • 30 minutes, 18 seconds
"Thunderstorms Are Sexy"
Greg's apology to Lottie, an Unpopular Opinion Festival Special, and more bird chaos.
6/21/2023 • 30 minutes, 6 seconds
Sorry, Your Duck?
Greg calls a theme park in Southend-on-Sea and Dean McCullough joins 'Ask The Nation'.
6/20/2023 • 30 minutes, 33 seconds
We Go Through Leigh-Anne Pinnock's Phone..
Leigh-Anne Pinnock is Greg's special guest. A phone call to Dubai and some fun with RM&C.
6/19/2023 • 40 minutes
Allstar, Jam Face & Dead Dog Guy
New Radio 1 Rap Show presenter Kenny Allstar is here for a game of What’s My Age Again? and we find out all of your strange nick-names in dating profiles.
6/13/2023 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Fire Up The Mower!
Quizzing cows, suckers in the garden a man dressed as a car seat and a fired up mower at cowboy time.. It can only be The Radio 1 All Day Breakfast podcast!
6/12/2023 • 31 minutes, 41 seconds
Jack Whitehall is Rehearsing for The Worst Thing
Jack helps out a listener by going very Welsh, Quaxle gets a new title and something amazing happens at cowboy time.
6/9/2023 • 32 minutes, 48 seconds
Britain’s Next Top Waddle!
Nature heavyweight Chris Packham joins the great duck debate and has a surprising reaction to Musovy ducks. Also, Jack Saunders is here for a game of What’s My Age Again and we stumble upon the greatest competition winner ever.
6/8/2023 • 27 minutes, 44 seconds
Don’t Get Lost, I Need To Get Lost!
Holiday coming up? Or need to finish a TV series? We get your reasons for postponing a break up. Also, Greg wants to get winded on a bouncy castle and quizzer Will is having a right giraffe!
6/7/2023 • 24 minutes, 12 seconds
A Giant Lizard is Heading For London!!
Greg has some alarming Animal News, Lara from the farm park defends Quaxle and Gamesmaster Daisy spots a cheat in the Escape Room.
6/6/2023 • 30 minutes, 52 seconds
The Budapest Test!
Anna Asks The Nation about holidays and exes, Energetic Ellie turns the tables on Greg in Yesterday’s Quiz and the verdict is delivered on Quaxle the duck.
6/5/2023 • 26 minutes, 47 seconds
The Day Quaxle Rose
Shocking news from Lara at the farm park, energetic Ellie plays a jolly game of WrongUns and Lorrie and Ayesha battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
6/2/2023 • 31 minutes, 44 seconds
“I Know You Are Pulling My Leg…”
Greg cold calls a farm park to ask about the length of their ducks, Greg and Danny Howard’s friendship is put to the test, and it’s cowboy time at someone’s wedding.
6/1/2023 • 35 minutes, 3 seconds
Funcles, Faunts & Food On The Floor
We hear from wacky Aunts and Uncles, Ellie who doesn’t like her food to be lonely, an eagle costumed gull scarer and a Ten To Ten bride to be!
5/31/2023 • 40 minutes, 36 seconds
The Final Key
Arielle leads Greg on one last wild goose chase to find the final key which opens the Big Weekend and a chicken korma is all that separates our quiz team.
5/26/2023 • 55 minutes, 42 seconds
Free Key Four!
Greg is feeling sheepish about not finding Arielle sooner and Welcome To The DCC – Dundee District Council – that is!
5/25/2023 • 53 minutes, 37 seconds
Free & Key Three
Arielle is hidden away with another key to Radio 1’s Big Weekend and Greg wants an Big Weekend artist to be a good boy!
5/24/2023 • 42 minutes, 49 seconds
The Quest for The Second Key
Arielle is hiding in Scotland once again and Lewis Capaldi and a Dinosaur may help you find her. Also, Becky Hill gets a quackers remix from a very tuneful duck.
5/23/2023 • 42 minutes, 16 seconds
The Keys To Big Weekend
The game is afoot! Arielle Free has the keys to open Radio 1’s Big Weekend and it is up to Greg and the listeners to find them.
5/22/2023 • 56 minutes, 9 seconds
Dundee Plans & Longer Ducks
The ducks are getting longer in the search for Long Boi’s successor, the team that wins by losing, battle out the final of the quiz and Greg is confused by the plans for next week’s trip to Dundee.
5/19/2023 • 36 minutes, 46 seconds
Becky Hill Becomes Fact Controller
Becky is here to clear up all the confusion around Nuns, public toilets and restaurant ratings and Josh The Young Farmer may have found another long-un.
5/18/2023 • 28 minutes, 11 seconds
The Jonas Brothers Have Unpopular Opinions!
Sandy toes, puppies and mayonnaise are all discussed by The Jonas Brothers, we try to find Britain’s next tallest duck and we found her! It’s Big Tesco Girl.
5/17/2023 • 35 minutes, 17 seconds
Don’t Say It!
Greg announces another big addition the The Big Weekend in Dundee, tries to make Arielle Free eat a hat and gets frustrated by a word he’s not allowed to say.
5/15/2023 • 24 minutes, 35 seconds
Will Poulter and a Minute Of Quacks
Star of Guardians Of The Galaxy Will is here for a game of Sit Down Stand Up, we give Long Boi a quackers send of and Aileen completes her Eurovision Of Men contest.
5/12/2023 • 42 minutes, 35 seconds
Duck Days Are Over
We have sad news about our favourite feathered friend and Dean and Vicky are live in Liverpool for Eurovision, so we call an old international friend to help us play a little game.
5/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 43 seconds
Toilet Talk or Awkward Silence
Listener Lucy Asks The Nation about loo etiquette, King Pigeon Craig is back to discuss runaway puppies and charming parrots and Aileen begins her Eurovision challenge.
5/10/2023 • 41 minutes, 7 seconds
A Sense Of Non-Sense
Lots to take away from the Coronation celebrations, from commentators getting a sense of things to Paloma Faith out Paloming herself. Also nature expert Nadeem Perera joins the search for Long Boi and Ali Plumb brings in a very special guest to the studio.
5/9/2023 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
A Real Sense Of….
Donuts become ducknuts as the search for Long Boi continues, Callum Leslie is looking forward to working at the Coronation and show favourite Aileen is set a Eurovision task.
5/5/2023 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
The Search For Long Boi
Greg refuses to fear the worst on the news that Long Boi, the long duck, is missing and mounts a nationwide search. Also, bananas, reindeer and rats are all debated as comedian Tom Davis becomes Fact Controller.
5/4/2023 • 43 minutes, 33 seconds
Motherrrr!! – It’s Ryan Reynolds
We find out if Gareth and Noah completed their task in Wrexham, Nathan has been buying far too much of something in Daventry and a lady has been getting far too excited at a Tchaikovsky gig.
5/3/2023 • 28 minutes, 31 seconds
Eggs And Body Bits
Listener Dec gets up to whisky business in the bath, Izzy had a great time watching The Red Roses and "You dance- I annoint" Greg wonders what Pete Tong 's Coronation commentary would sound like.
5/2/2023 • 35 minutes, 17 seconds
Don’t Take That Tone of Coo with Me!!
Greg becomes a pigeon for listener Craig and the legend that is Adele Roberts aims to smash a world record.
4/21/2023 • 30 minutes, 4 seconds
AJ Odudo is The Fact Controller
Pooh Bee, a farting rhino and man laughing like a chicken! What has AJ got herself in to?
4/20/2023 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
Double Legend!!
England Rugby legend Ellie Kildunne surprises a fellow rugby player in What’s My Age Again and show legend Roisin is back for some Animal News.
4/19/2023 • 29 minutes, 19 seconds
Bring Out Henry!
Chaos at the Snooker last night, prompts your stories of a hoover saving your bacon. Also, Dave is on for a gym based Rehearsing For The Worst Thing and Oh No! Barney is poorly.
4/18/2023 • 26 minutes
Where Arrr You?
We hear many of your Tom DeLonge impressions, Liv with the desirable nose plays Yesterday’s Quiz and Chloe from Dundee has adopted the Nothing But Thieves song
4/17/2023 • 19 minutes, 57 seconds
Live From The Biden Ballet Club!
Presidential James plays WrongUns, Cassyette has found her Bacon Fries and Rupert gets bizzy with the quizzy chasing a 15 point lead.
4/14/2023 • 20 minutes, 3 seconds
Nicholas Calls Nicolas
Nicholas Hoult is here for Sit Down Stand Up and plays an amazing trump card. Plus, The President of The USA sings happy birthday to Patrice’s aunt.
4/13/2023 • 33 minutes, 18 seconds
POTUS, Patrice & Pettiness
We have listeners Biden their time waiting for the Presidential motorcade, Millie and Rachel are getting very petty and we find out if Best Man Dave did the Zombie Toast?
4/12/2023 • 33 minutes, 30 seconds
09:50, It’s Cowboy Time!!
We have a listener who celebrates a certain time of day, another who likes havin’ a bubble at work and a few others who can be very petty.
4/11/2023 • 31 minutes, 29 seconds
Frazzle Dazzle!
Greg goes on a Bacon Fries quest but gets frazzled by the listeners, Mollie King is back to play Top Of The Shops and Ellie Goulding is getting very impersonal.
4/5/2023 • 29 minutes, 49 seconds
Munroe Bergdorf Is Here!
Munroe joins Greg to chat about their schooldays and play a game of What’s My Age Again. Also, Aileen has been asking a saucy question to Canadians and a farty flypast from a horse appears in Animal News.
4/4/2023 • 38 minutes, 2 seconds
Ear Tuckers Of The World Unite!
Listener Ben has a strange way of keeping his ears warm, a big movie star has been spotted at the bingo, we say goodbye to our favourite sneezy newsreader, Greg turns Saturday Kitchen into a beautiful chaos and What the Dicken’s is going on at the BBC?
4/3/2023 • 36 minutes, 53 seconds
The Quarterly Review
Calum Leslie appraises the show’s performance over the last three months, Oré Olukoga is here for WrongUns and Greg is overloaded with Easter eggs.
3/31/2023 • 35 minutes, 54 seconds
Joe Lycett - Rehearsing For The Worst Thing
Joe Lycett pulls out some Oscar-worthy performances whilst trying to help out some listeners with their problems. Plus, we give you a chance to rant about what’s too big or too small and hear of a practical pony called Princess.
3/30/2023 • 36 minutes, 4 seconds
Squeeze The Chicken To Get Off!
We hear of an innovative bus driver and pets that are getting too clever around the house.
3/29/2023 • 19 minutes, 16 seconds
Nikita, Jelly and a Villainous Elephant
We have a Jelly Lady update, an elephant heist and Nikita Kanda playing What's My Age Again? What's not to like?
3/28/2023 • 26 minutes, 8 seconds
Calvin Harris: Sit Down Stand Up
Some of the biggest stars in the world reside in Calvin Harris’ contacts list, but there’s one in Greg’s that particularly excites him.
3/27/2023 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Max Jelly
Unless you can handle complete and utter wackiness, don’t listen to this podcast. There's wobbling WrongUns, quizzy rascals and pussy talk from Greg. You have been warned
3/24/2023 • 33 minutes, 44 seconds
Lend Me Your Ears
Ask The Nation raises a question of ear hygiene, there’s controversy in the quiz and Oti Mabuse or Barry White anyone? It’s coffee time.
3/23/2023 • 33 minutes, 12 seconds
Well Jell!
Greg finds a man blowing a trumpet into some Jelly, we have some big Jelly Lady news and Listener Erin gets wobbly about one of Radio 1’s Big Weekend acts.
3/22/2023 • 25 minutes, 28 seconds
Americans Are Better!
Star of Gossip Girl and You Penn Badgley is here for Unpopular Opinion (including some special surround sound bath farts). Also, Greg has some alarming advice for the Government, and Jumping Joeys and Labradors in Lakes are debated in Animal News.
3/21/2023 • 42 minutes, 56 seconds
Jelly’s In The Jungle
Jelly lady meets Fred Again, a conspiracy theory is disproved and Clara is here to help Greg announce The Radio 1 Big Weekend’s Saturday line up.
3/20/2023 • 28 minutes, 7 seconds
Unhinged and Cross
Greg spices up some Hinge profiles, Lorraines on Gethin Jones’ parade and gets a call from a fuming pop star. Oh, and our favourite caller ever, Carl is back (even though he really doesn’t want to be).
3/17/2023 • 36 minutes, 1 second
Niall Horan Becomes Fact Controller
Niall joins us in wondering who Laura Averages is, we have a LIVE egg vending event from listener Craig and Greg helps out jazzing up some Hinge profiles.
3/16/2023 • 41 minutes, 38 seconds
Like A Victorian Ghost
Greg may have an alternate career as a singer, listener Carl dons some brown pants for Ask The Nation and Aileen buys a new hat for becoming a successful matchmaker.
3/15/2023 • 35 minutes, 3 seconds
Unexpected Sax in Public!
Have you ever been surprised by a musical instrument appearing from nowhere? Listener Jo has and we call the culprit. Also, Katie Thistleton is here for a game of Top Of The Shops and the show’s resident cupid Aileen has some news.
3/14/2023 • 32 minutes, 24 seconds
Idris Elba Sit Down Stand Up
Idris calls up some mega stars in one of the best SDSU’s yet! Also, we hear you “mum safe” gossip and Nat O’Leary explains a celeb feud.
3/13/2023 • 35 minutes, 11 seconds
The Final Push
Arielle Free braves the harshest weather conditions as she starts her final day of her Nose Day challenge and the generosity from all is keeping her warm.
3/9/2023 • 36 minutes, 37 seconds
Things Are Getting Weird!
Day 4 of Arielle’s challenge and she is joined by Dean McCullough and various Breakfast Show Allstars and Greg gives her a chance to win some extra leg power.
3/8/2023 • 36 minutes
Tour De Dance Day 3
Arielle starts day 3 of her challenge and is helped out by Honorata who has far too many diaries, Rachel who is a spin class hero and Aileen who is a matchmaking maestro.
3/7/2023 • 37 minutes, 26 seconds
No Likey, No Bikey!
It’s day 2 of Arielle Free’s Tour De Dance challenge and our dating expert, Aileen, joins the “Tendem” for a speed dating session. Also, weather expert Abbie Dewhurst gives us the week’s forecast and plays Yesterday’s Quiz.
3/6/2023 • 36 minutes, 9 seconds
Don’t Fall Off!!
Some listeners try their best to scare Arielle Free ahead of her Tour De Dance challenge, The Cheesy Cheerleaders battle out the final of the quiz and
we find out if Shereen Cutkelvin is a WrongUn.
3/3/2023 • 30 minutes, 14 seconds
Zara, Lloyd and a Flatulent Hedgehog
Zara Larsson is here to review the Unpopular Opinions of old and there’s one that still shocks today and comedian Lloyd Griffith is still celebrating Grimsby’s win….Also, ever heard a hedgehog fart? Well, stick around people!
3/2/2023 • 45 minutes, 21 seconds
Silly Sandwich Symmetry
Listener Finlay was looking forward to a long and happy marriage – then he saw his wife-to-be making a sandwich and EVERYTHING changed! Also, are the Northern Lights cheating? and is Taylor Swift getting chased by turkeys?
3/1/2023 • 35 minutes, 27 seconds
Don’t Eat The Daffs!
What is it with Vicars eating Daffodils? Some kind of special message maybe? Also, Nadia Jae plays What’s My Age Again and Thor the walrus and Georgie The Opera Singing Dog are both back!!
2/28/2023 • 36 minutes, 31 seconds
A Mega Massive Podcast!
Tensions mount as listeners compete for some mega massive prizes on a Mega Massive Monday, a team of cheerleaders begin Yesterday’s Quiz and Lewis Capaldi has a new t-shirt.
2/27/2023 • 31 minutes, 26 seconds
Issey Wallace?
Various Isseys and Izzys put Gregg Wallace to the test, our quiz team get a great moo from Greg for some extra ringer dingers and prawn caller Leanne is back for WrongUns.
2/24/2023 • 29 minutes, 23 seconds
Nobody Puts Baby in a Cloakroom!!
Jeremiah Asiamah hears a crazy club story from listener Steph, Leanne’s been buying too many protein puddings, Aileen’s back to help out Arielle and “Intelligent input darlin’” - we get your best Kate Nash impressions.
2/23/2023 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds
Sausage Smugglers Unite!
Stick some nuggets in your bra and a bhaji in your pocket – why go hungry when clubbing? Also, did Dylan do Dylan? listener Andy finds out and we wonder what has Erin done wrong?
2/22/2023 • 35 minutes, 18 seconds
From The Bottom Up
Listener David’s mum eats-ice cream oddly, Sheeran gets shunned by Robyn and her “Only one Ginger allowed” policy and a handbag full of chips is found in Wrexham.
2/21/2023 • 31 minutes, 32 seconds
Ali’s BAFTA Challenge
Ali Plumb picks the nose of a movie star at the BAFTAs, Quizzer Nina eats Jürgen Klopp’s cake and Arielle Free totally forgets Greg exists.
2/20/2023 • 23 minutes, 26 seconds
Antm’n, Colem’n, Hor’n & Thistlet’n
Paul Rudd becomes Agony Antm’n and gets prank-called by an old friend. Niall Horan plays a round of WrongUns and Katie Thistleton did something she may re-Greta at The Brits.
2/17/2023 • 43 minutes
Free On A Bike & The Weight of a Fart
Arielle Free will need some bum butter for her Red Nose Day challenge and team member Farty Henry explains a controversial quiz question.
2/16/2023 • 29 minutes, 49 seconds
Tom Allen covers maternity leave...
The comedian steps in for the Fact Controller. Plus, there's a whole lot of laziness...
2/15/2023 • 35 minutes, 43 seconds
It's Valentine's Day, not Tuesday!
There's no love in Yesterday's Quiz but there is What's My Age Again? with Jack Saunders.
2/14/2023 • 35 minutes, 25 seconds
Melvin's Mega Massive Matchmaking Monday!
Highlights from Melvin's dates in the 'Love Lounge', plus all the usual shenanigans.
2/13/2023 • 45 minutes, 16 seconds
Greg's Unpopular Opinion (from an interview 13 years ago!)
The final of 'Yesterday’s Quiz'. The team reveal they interviewed Greg 13 years ago & prove he had an unpopular opinion! More of ‘All The Latest Things’. Sarah has some speculative showbiz news. Plus, friend of the show Debbie is back on for a round of ‘Wrong Uns’. More ‘Greg’s Anatomy’ chat. And some US-sitcom-style end credits!
2/10/2023 • 32 minutes, 23 seconds
Pigs In Blankets... In February?
Inspired by Rishi Sunak and Volodymyr Zelensky's breakfast platter, Greg wants to find out who else is eating pigs in blankets all year round. Also, How Well Do You Know Your House? In Greg's new ridiculous game, listener Amy and her partner Cameron are put to the test.
2/9/2023 • 37 minutes, 13 seconds
Greg’s Anatomy
Greg Foot, Greg Hands and Greg Balls…Greg tries to build a whole body of “Gregs”. Also, Sian Eleri tries to workout what listener Lauren has been buying too much of in Top Of The Shops and if you are called Oliver…well, I’d switch off now if I were you.
2/8/2023 • 29 minutes, 50 seconds
Wine Not??
Wine gets sent to Beer, a horse’s nostril gets plugged, minke whales and crabeater seals chill to some trance, and a member of staff has weird sandwiches! Just another day at the office.
2/7/2023 • 34 minutes, 2 seconds
Mega Massive Monday & A Solitary Whooper
If Greg says a naughty word - Nat O’Leary gets noughty for 10 minutes. Surely Greg’s way too professional to fall for that!! Plus, Michael McIntyre’s phantom whooper is tracked down and a new quiz team start the week.
2/6/2023 • 34 minutes, 11 seconds
The Quiz Of The Century!!
Some very special guests join our quiz team as they go for a world record score. Plus, Did somebody say Justine? She’s back for a game of WrongUns and Issey Cross? You bet he is.
2/3/2023 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Custard Productions Present…
Greg needs a name for a production company, dons a squeaky pig for a game of What’s My Age Again? with Dean & Vicky and has an idea of having a Noughty Monday with Nat O’Leary
2/2/2023 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds
71,000 Pools Of Custard
Listener Justine sends the show into a custard frenzy. How much can you buy for £7Million? What are the perils of drinking too much of it? can Greg down a pint of it during the show? All will be revealed
2/1/2023 • 33 minutes, 46 seconds
The Old Dog N Duck
A Jan Slam prize for the Barney Army, a Giraffes birthday and a search for Long Boy the duck. Yes, another animal crackers day on the podcast!
1/31/2023 • 35 minutes, 38 seconds
Free In Dundee!
Arielle’s on a search for some Haggis in a butcher’s in Dundee, today’s Jan Slam contest is battled out in a museum in Dundee and Greg announces where Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2023 will be held - you’ll never guess where though!
1/30/2023 • 31 minutes, 21 seconds
KSI’s Biggest Challenge
Rapping, YouTubing, Boxing, KSI seems to be good at everything, but how will he fare in a game of Sit Down Stand Up? Find out in this podcast.
1/27/2023 • 38 minutes, 49 seconds
Mescal is Mine!
Everyone loves Paul Mescal right? Although he has become such a global superstar we must claim him back as our own. Also, Charlie Hedges is here for a game of Top Of The Shops to find out what listener Jessica has been buying too much of.
1/26/2023 • 38 minutes, 22 seconds
Nose Boopers, Haggis Hunters and Angry Apes
Hi Kissers and Nose Boopers of the world confess all to Iain Stirling, Arielle Free admits to being a Haggis Hunter and Quizzer Han got chased by an Orangutan.
1/25/2023 • 37 minutes, 7 seconds
Avoid The Splashback!
Listener Oliver behaves strangely at the urinals and asks Is It Just Me? and a mad ferret goes straight over Greg’s head.
1/24/2023 • 27 minutes, 38 seconds
Love You, Hi!
Greg creeps out the whole nation with a question about kissing, Lewis Capaldi reacts to Naomi’s pants throwing frenzy and a trip to Ibiza is up for grabs in today’s Jan Slam.
1/23/2023 • 43 minutes, 56 seconds
A Pants Phone Call
We catch up with the Lewis Capaldi pants girl, Naomi, Danny Howard comes in to announce an announcement and our team of teachers battle out the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
1/20/2023 • 34 minutes, 10 seconds
Hair Of The Dog!
Listener Dave takes something weird on holiday with him, another Dave knows Fiddy and plays Yesterday’s Quiz and a naughty Duck and a punching cat make an appearance in Animal News.
1/19/2023 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
It’s Story Time!
Dame of Dance - Sarah Story is here for a round of Top Of The Shops, we have some exciting news about Roisin Hastie and a School Deputy Head tells off Greg in the Quiz.
1/18/2023 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds
A Vetting Procedure And A Lack Of Mothering
Remi Burgz listens to peculiar behaviours from your exes in Lucky Escapes, an oversized basketball player tries to fit in a small car and the Newsbeat studio turns into a discoteque.
1/17/2023 • 35 minutes, 44 seconds
Off With The Milkman?
Jeanie Willox! Things our Nans say that just leave us baffled. Plus, “The Knitting (pub) Club” join us for the Yesterday’s Quiz.
1/16/2023 • 37 minutes, 37 seconds
Pick Up, Hang Up?
Ant & Dec are here and play a disastrous game of Sit Down Stand Up, we have another tense Jan Slam battle and The Floorers are back for the final of The Quiz
1/13/2023 • 43 minutes, 41 seconds
Too Posh To Push?
Greg tries to deceive the listeners but a noisy mouse gives the game away. Also, Snoochie Shy asseses your inebriated festive voice-notes and Liv The Young Coach Driver made the awful mistake of listening to the show whilst at the dentist.
1/12/2023 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
Choke Up Chicken!
A strange saying at the dinner table, a wasp in the snooker hall and a fox at the hairdressers. A show so good that Greg wants to enter himself!
1/11/2023 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds
Goo Goo G'joob!
I am the Walrus and I’ll do as I please! Lowri brings us an update on Thor. Plus, we hear from the girl with the most famous thumb in the world and get some reassuring words from Kate Winslet.
1/10/2023 • 26 minutes, 35 seconds
..And We’re Off!!
Hooray! The podcast is back and we kick off another year of madness with singing dogs and donkeys, more mad Matty Healy moments, Ask The Nation and a daily battle for a Jan Slam prize.
1/9/2023 • 29 minutes, 33 seconds
A Montage Of Madness
A master traitor, a dating Niamh, a festive Plumb, a giant Jigsaw, some victorious Lionesses, a Stormzy Sit Down Stand Up, a race to The Big Weekend, Ezra Vs Morgan, a Merry Christmas Magpie, Ainsley and a fish in the bath, a murder mystery, The Rock Unpopular Opinion, wacky quizzers, talking dogs and plenty of wronguns! What a year for The Radio 1 Breakfast Show
12/23/2022 • 43 minutes, 39 seconds
Radio 1’s Christmas Wishes
Greg with the help of a few celebs, grants Christmas requests for some very special people.
12/22/2022 • 39 minutes, 4 seconds
Father Christmas Live From The North Pole
North Star Caller is back and Santa surprises two young listeners. Also, Sit Down Stand Up’s Maia calls to relive some classic moments from the year and Greg has a Traitors dilemma.
12/21/2022 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds
Step Into Christmas
Listener Justine’s family have a unique way of getting Christmas underway, we get Gregg Wallace’s annual Christmas tree count and could the Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra have made the best Christmas song ever??
12/20/2022 • 39 minutes, 26 seconds
A Bumper Christmas Request Show
The Doubtfire Dog, Acoustic Cow, Talking Duck and many, many more – it’s the Radio 1 Breakfast end of the year request show. Also, our youngest ever quizzers attempt to escape the boiler room, Danza Sarah plays WrongUns and the Mike the Merry Christmas Magpie has sent Greg a Christmas pressie.
12/16/2022 • 47 minutes, 34 seconds
Mo Gilligan’s Christmas Unpopular Opinion
Listener Jamie shocks Mo and Greg to the core with a very un-Christmassy opinion. Plus, do you struggle with the lyrics of your favourite song? And where did Arielle lose her phone?
12/15/2022 • 37 minutes, 6 seconds
Back Of The Net!!
Greg helps Sam MacGregor fulfill his wish of being wrapped up like a Christmas tree, overlooked by an elf and safety expert. Also, listener Heather and family love a good Christmas Conga - but is it just them?
12/14/2022 • 34 minutes, 31 seconds
Tell Me Something Christmas!
Show favourites Morgan and Spanner are back for a festive game of Tell Me Something Good, Sam and Danni are here and aim to do some networking and we get more flannel chat from Greg’s Tailenders podcast.
12/13/2022 • 41 minutes, 16 seconds
Stick With The Theme!
Is it ok to skip the titles of your favourite TV shows? Listener David Asks The Nation. Also, a touring Walrus and a cat transfer in Animal News and why did Greg appear on Strictly in the bath??
12/12/2022 • 36 minutes, 31 seconds
“…she Brings Me A Sausage Piece”
Listener William explains some Lewis Capaldi lyrics and plays a round of WrongUns, Greg’s been winding up a Fred Again crowd and Steve Aoki’s going to the moon.
12/9/2022 • 28 minutes, 10 seconds
Jack Whitehall Sit Down Stand Up!
Jack is here and gets a chuckle in our favourite game, Holly from York Uni becomes agent for Long Boi The Duck and quizzer Mike has never peeled an orange.
12/8/2022 • 30 minutes, 46 seconds
Romesh Ranganathan Is The Fact Controller
Romesh is charged with correcting your misunderstood facts, quizzer Jacob is planning a heist and we bring the first ever Roy Keane Unpopular Opinion Special.
12/7/2022 • 31 minutes, 35 seconds
Out For A Duck?
Greg wants Long Boi the longest duck on the last show but worries that Long Boi won’t be around long enough or that the show won’t be on for long enough for Long Boi to appear. Also, Danny Howard and Sarah Story judge your nights out, Clara Amfo hears your stories of Irish Dancing and Baywatch re-enactments , making her think that you had some Lucky Escapes.
12/6/2022 • 39 minutes, 7 seconds
Count Yer Currants!
Listener Linn has a strange tradition with her mince pies, Aileen is back for another round of her special quiz and Greg has a new favourite lyric from The 1975.
12/5/2022 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Mad Friday With Lewis Capaldi
Lewis is here to deliver a very Scottish Christmas Tale, we have a special appearance of Anna from the 7th Floor café and 1Xtra’s Tiffany Calver has a guest that leaves her breathless.
12/2/2022 • 40 minutes, 48 seconds
“I’ll Go For The Poo At 4:30 Please”
Greg opens up the lines for you to ask him anything but wasn’t prepared for Lyle’s bombshell question. Also, things are getting Christmassy so we bring out the Stormzy Christmas Story and we catch up with new show favourite Aileen.
12/1/2022 • 37 minutes, 34 seconds
Go Football Huns!
Listener Ellen tries to impress her boyfriend with football knowledge, Greg steals a quiz from Aileen and we find out if Rickie and Melvin think they could fight a bear.
11/30/2022 • 40 minutes, 32 seconds
Send Me A Vole!!
Claudia Winkleman reveals her favourite animal and plays What’s My Age Again. Also, Calum Leslie becomes the new Robot Hoover and listener Cassie over-hears a tasty conversation.
11/29/2022 • 34 minutes, 45 seconds
Pardon My Turkey!
Love Island winners Ekin-Su and Davide judge your weekends, President Biden has been using fowl language and “Why hellooo Queen of The Jungle”! - we celebrate all things Jill.
11/28/2022 • 34 minutes, 42 seconds
A Game Of “Socker”?
Sock re-user April is back to play WrongUns, listener Evelyn is warming up her voice to cheer on Wales in the World Cup, and Katie Thistleton helps Greg get a message out to Ant N’ Dec in the jungle.
11/25/2022 • 28 minutes, 23 seconds
…and then he whipped out a…
We help listener Tasmin try and piece together a half heard conversation, we conduct a live experiment in an actual laboratory with a pizza and an iron and worry that Calum from Newsbeat is dead inside as he doesn’t have a favourite dinosaur.
11/24/2022 • 40 minutes, 4 seconds
Bye, I Don’t Miss You!
Listener Georgia flips the bird to her old workplace, we find the biggest goldfish ever and hair dryers as air fryers and irons as ovens – what appliances have you used to prepare food?
11/23/2022 • 33 minutes, 41 seconds
Talking Dogs, Scary Birthdays and Chicken Fillets
Greg has found a talking Scottish dog, we hear of birthday treats that have gone bad and chicken fillets on the dancefloor!! - Katie Thistleton reviews your crazy nights on the town.
11/21/2022 • 30 minutes, 33 seconds
Rugby League Superstar Seb Bechara
Greg chats to Seb ahead of the Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup final. Also, previous World Cup winner Martin Norris plays WrongUns, listener Donna wakes up her boyfriend with the Opportunity Clock and The Big Disco Balls battle out the quiz final.
11/18/2022 • 36 minutes, 33 seconds
Opportunity Clocks!
Listener Alan wakes up his partner with a Bear Grylls clock, Sarah earwigs in on a bunch of hens, and Charlie Hedges is appointed Queen of Christmas.
11/17/2022 • 32 minutes, 41 seconds
The Coffee Shop Nemesis
Is Greg an evil nutter when out in public? Someone seems to think so. Also, a death moth and a slice of Billy The Bear give some listeners a sigh of relief and Ali Plumb is here – bones and all!
11/16/2022 • 36 minutes, 55 seconds
1 Billion and Counting
Jack’s in his van watching the population grow, Cassie’s trying to book a shopping delivery, Andy and his dad are at the wrong gig, and Gavin is wrapped up in a towel debate.
11/15/2022 • 29 minutes, 47 seconds
Dirty Towels But A Clean Heart!
Listener Gavin both repels and attracts us in Is It Just Us? Plus, Animal News brings us Gaga loving rats and Jade and her talking dog appear in the quiz.
11/14/2022 • 33 minutes, 26 seconds
Sam Smith Judges The Unholy
Sam Smith is here and hears your unholy confessions, Radio 1’s newest recruit Daniella Gualtieri plays WrongUns and Ali Plumb is getting excited for the new Black Panther movie Wakanda Forever.
11/11/2022 • 41 minutes, 34 seconds
The All Day Breakfast with Trouser Gregory Flapjack III
Greg works out a formula for conjuring up your U.S Politician name, Nikita Kanda from Asian Network pays a round of What ’s My Age Again and is your work voice different to your normal voice?
11/10/2022 • 33 minutes, 51 seconds
Water Boring?
A not so thrilling Ask The Nation divides the team, we re-program listener Anna’s sat-nav and all together now…Kendrick’s in a box, Kendrick’s in a Box.
11/9/2022 • 28 minutes, 7 seconds
Greggie McBrekkie & the Pilfering Parrot
Could villainous parrots from Chile be targeting Radio 1’s DJs? Plus, Greg gets your ideas for a new name for the show and a black and white issue makes listener Margaret believe she’s had a Lucky Escape.
11/8/2022 • 31 minutes, 51 seconds
A Shocking Engagement
A celeb attachment creates concern with one of our team, a pop star has been spotted on a beach and Greg may have upset Taylor Swift fans…(again)
11/7/2022 • 29 minutes, 43 seconds
The Peaks and Troughs
Jordan North makes Greg worry that he has passed his prime, Carolyn’s back for a bit of this and a bit of that and The King of Korf is the final contender in this week’s quiz.
11/4/2022 • 32 minutes, 9 seconds
Shopping List:
2 x Double Disasters,
2 x Adele soundalikes,
30 x Guinea pigs,
24 x Rabbits,
2 x Pairs of trousers (down).
11/3/2022 • 37 minutes, 25 seconds
Pencils or Sausages?
Would you judge a date by their fingers? Listener Ian Asks The Nation. Also, Greg may be going extinct and we listen in to DJ conversations from the afterlife.
11/2/2022 • 34 minutes, 49 seconds
Free The Murderer!
Following Radio 1’s Halloween Murder Mystery Greg gets a real drama teacher to assess each DJ’s death scene. Also, bad beatboxing and baby blue Chinos – times when you had to have a quiet word with your partner.
11/1/2022 • 42 minutes, 54 seconds
Greg gets summoned!
Greg gets summoned, drama on the quiz and Daisy plays wrong-uns!
10/28/2022 • 26 minutes, 2 seconds
Arise Your Majesty
Can His Royal Majesty be awoken this morning to The Thong Song? Can Super train buff Francis Bourgeois guess the horns in What’s My Train Again? and can we recreate Adele’s river of wine…so many tasks.
10/27/2022 • 39 minutes, 13 seconds
Boojie Bloodsuckers & Snogable Shreks
We Ask The Nation – Is it O.K to get off with someone in their Halloween costume? Plus, the show goes medieval as a crate of mead is delivered to the studio and Arielle Free gets a scare.
10/26/2022 • 34 minutes, 29 seconds
Don’t Bow To Tear Pressure!
WhatsApp is down so we receive your telegrams about times you have fake cried. Also, Dean & Vicky play a round of What’s My Age Again and a Royal Marine no less, plays the quiz.
10/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 45 seconds
A Corking Good Show
Listener Jordan’s family have a unique way to pop their corks, Meow The Mayor of Animals appears in Animal News and Greg has found a solution to the Taylor Swift / Lana Del Rey problem.
10/24/2022 • 24 minutes, 34 seconds
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson In Full
Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, the biggest movie star on the planet, plays Unpopular Opinion! Here's the full interview with all the bits you wouldn't have heard on the show.
10/21/2022 • 20 minutes, 12 seconds
An Allergy To Chaos
Greg has a theory that the mayhem in parliament is making newsreaders sneeze, Vick and Jordan Ask The Nation about toe drying and poor old Phil from down under gets a hard time in the quiz.
10/20/2022 • 33 minutes, 30 seconds
Five Meters Of Cheese!!
Cheesy games (What Are They Cheering?) Cheesy Lucky Escapes (from Nichola and Millie), cheesy dances (from Strictly) and cheesy singing (from soap stars).
10/18/2022 • 29 minutes, 6 seconds
Stormzy, Be Real & Ice Cream
Stormzy hears your Unpopular Opinions and calls Spiderman himself, Tom Holland. Greg wonders if you can ever be taken seriously whilst holding an ice cream and we play the first ever radio version of Be Real.
10/17/2022 • 37 minutes, 54 seconds
Stormzy Is Back!
Stormzy is, at last, back on the show and here’s the extended chat – with all the extra bits not heard on air - from what inspired his new music to more of your Unpopular Opinions.
10/14/2022 • 20 minutes, 45 seconds
Welcome To The Pdgodcdgast!
If you can understand the title then you’ll understand what listener Steve is asking. Also, the Ainsley controversy is spreading, Tom TYF may have a stalker and Europe’s BIGGEST Dance Show is coming to…Giggleswick??
10/13/2022 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
MMA Champion Leon Edwards
MMA fighter Leon is here to motivate our listeners, a gift to Sam Smith inspires a new game and the Blackpink song inspires yet another.
10/12/2022 • 29 minutes, 40 seconds
Extra bits of Greg’s chat with UFC Champion Leon Edwards!
Britain’s second ever UFC Champion Leon Edwards joins Greg to chat about winning the title and motivate some listeners!
10/12/2022 • 14 minutes, 34 seconds
The Royal Wee
Turns out that the Prince and Princess of Wales and family listen in on their school run, much to Ainsley's dismay. Also, The 1975 present an ick and Amy and Claire are Double Disasters.
10/11/2022 • 35 minutes, 21 seconds
Boyega, & The Boss
John Boyega is here for a game of Sit Down Stand Up and get’s Greg into some hot water with the boss. Also, listener Rich has another triggering song and Greg plays a sneaky little trick on Rickie, Melvin and Charlie.
10/10/2022 • 34 minutes, 28 seconds
Look Who’s Talking!
Matt Edmondson has found a machine that makes him sound like Greg and makes Greg sound like Matt. So Matt becomes Greg and chats to Greg, then Greg becomes Matt and chats to Matt. Then Matt chats to himself (which is actually Greg) and Greg chats to himself (which is actually Matt). Then Matt says something nasty about Molly, but it might have been Greg pretending to be Matt…or was it Matt saying it, but making out it was Greg saying it while sounding like him? ? ?
10/7/2022 • 31 minutes, 18 seconds
Toe Hookers and Flingers
Listener Jack Asks The Nation about the removal of socks, we get a list of shops you’ve been “unholy” in and Greg has found a new theme tune for the Chess scandal.
10/6/2022 • 28 minutes, 53 seconds
Not To Be Sniffed At!
Listener Toby and family have a strange problem when full of food and asks – Is It Just Us? Also, the nation gets ready with Lewis Capaldi, and Cailin has a problem with a Taylor Swift song.
10/5/2022 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
The Banning Of The Banner
King Tom TYF has taken action against Greg for being too harsh on previous listeners. Also, why does The Notorious B.I.G. leave listener L.J blushing?
10/4/2022 • 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Snakes Everywhere
There was a snake in the grass at a cricket match, another one hiding a fish within a fish in a fishing match, and yet another one making listener Dusty realise she had a lucky escape.
10/3/2022 • 26 minutes, 52 seconds
The Trial of Fake Jake
King Tom TYF is here to give the verdict on whether Fake Jake’s lifetime ban from the show is lifted. Also, Becky is back for WrongUns and Sam Ryder’s been sitting in a cab listening to himself in a cab, from another cab…errr!
9/30/2022 • 27 minutes, 54 seconds
Cheatabix!!
The cheaters of the world come forward with some crafty admissions, Is It Just Us will get you looking closer at the sell-by dates in your local supermarket and Greg suspects that the woes of the world might be the fault of Callum at Newsbeat.
9/29/2022 • 25 minutes, 6 seconds
Nuts, Nuts, Nuts!
A squirrel has been going nuts in a bakery, Arielle Free is nuts about Scotland and avocados and we get an update by bus-nut Reece.
9/28/2022 • 31 minutes, 23 seconds
NASA, ATN, OMG
Greg thinks NASA should big-up themselves, Ask The Nation questions Ainsley’s method of keeping the bath water warm, and listener Mairead helps solve the national Nigel shortage.
9/27/2022 • 26 minutes, 33 seconds
Do Worry Darling!
Ali Plumb and listeners review the Harry Styles film before Greg drops a bombshell that stuns Mr. Plumb to his very core. Also, Alison Hammond has been cheering up the Nation again and the Nigels of the world are gathering.
9/26/2022 • 26 minutes, 43 seconds
The Duke of Glasgow
Lewis Capaldi, the self proclaimed Duke of Glasgow, is here for a classic round of Sit Down Stand Up, listener Mia (and a lot of baby bunnies) are back for WrongUns and the Quiz team battle out the final ahead of Tim and Mary's wedding.
9/23/2022 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Lewis Capaldi - Sit Down Stand Up - In Full!
Lewis is back with new music and coming back to the Live Lounge next week. So Greg challenged him to a game of Sit Down Stand Up with hilarious results. Here's the full conversation with exta funny bits we didn't have time for on the show.
9/23/2022 • 23 minutes, 30 seconds
Hake News!
Liam attempts to cook an egg in the bath. Then Ainsley gets involved and things take a fishy turn.
9/22/2022 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
Eccentric Aunty Chic
Greg is in hot water with his “mothy” wife, listener Lorna finds pumpkins and eggs on her desk and an appearance on Naked Attraction makes listener Mia think she had a Lucky Escape from her ex.
9/21/2022 • 32 minutes, 14 seconds
Dogglebox Episode 1
Greg gets many a dog’s reaction to Frozen Planet 2, Dan and his family have a strange bedtime ritual and would you believe it? Tom The Young Farmer has saved a life.
9/20/2022 • 33 minutes, 29 seconds
Panel Of Animals
Frozen Planet 2 sends Abbey’s dog barking mad, there’s chaos in the quiz final and Emma is back to play WrongUns.
9/16/2022 • 36 minutes, 49 seconds
Keep It In Yer Pants!
Greg is intrigued by an accusation from a Grandmaster, Vick and Jordan play a game of Sit Down-Stand Up and listener Gabs has found another talking dog.
9/15/2022 • 38 minutes, 45 seconds
OMG It's TTYF!
Tom The Young Farmer is here, answering all your farming questions. Also, what celebs have turned up at your school? and listener Lee has found a talking dog.
9/14/2022 • 28 minutes, 44 seconds
A Bitter Plumb Amongst The Usual Fun
Ali Plumb is feeling feisty, plus What's My Age Again?, Yesterday's Quiz and more!
9/13/2022 • 29 minutes, 29 seconds
Attenborough Is The Answer
National treasure David Attenborough shines light during dark times via Frozen Planet II.
9/12/2022 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Toe Story 2
Listener Nick betrays Greg's toe chat ban, spuds and Toy Story make some listeners think they’ve had a lucky escape and Mike gives us a cheeky mash-up.
9/8/2022 • 34 minutes, 5 seconds
A Real Nail Biter!
Listener Jake’s “friend” has a disgusting habit to Ask The Nation, a weather person makes a boo boo in Everyone’s Rubbish and Ricky gives Emma the lowdown on how football chants are made.
9/7/2022 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
The Plane Boss, The Plane!!
Boris and Liz take to the skies to visit another Liz on the ground and we do our best to track their flights. Also, Cricket and Game Of Thrones come under fire as a myriad of Radio 1 DJ’s give their Unpopular Opinions and Self Esteem sends us an ick message.
9/6/2022 • 43 minutes, 20 seconds
Don’t Speak!
Listener Katie talks so loud that she has been banned from talking before midday, Jan Slam winner Jenny had a great day at The Hundred final and Cat reviews the Taylor Hawkins tribute concert.
9/5/2022 • 30 minutes, 31 seconds
Issy Wong - In Full!
Extended highlights of Greg’s chat with England and Warwickshire cricketing superstar Issy Wong. Plus, listener Joe gives Gregg Wallace some D&B treatment and why didn’t Greg eating a massive nan bread make the news?
9/2/2022 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
Let It Go, Let It Go
Listener Neehar has a strange toilet habit, but is it just her? From heartbreak to lucky escapes, have you ever seen an ex and breathed a sigh of relief? Plus, goats, seals and seagulls run rampant in Animal News.
9/1/2022 • 36 minutes, 53 seconds
Scott and Chris' Extended Unpopular Opinion.
A special All Day Breakfast bonus podcast featuring Scott & Chris' Unpopular Opinion - UNCUT! - where Chris proposes a preposterous new idea to the boss.
8/26/2022 • 23 minutes, 33 seconds
The Morning After
A tired (but NOT drunk) Greg is here after Scott & Chris’ leaving party and play’s a quick game of Real Or No Real about what celebs he was hobnobbing with. Plus, the quiz battle out the final and Charlie Hedges gives us the lowdown on being a mother and offers to send Greg a strange video.
8/26/2022 • 37 minutes, 56 seconds
Goodbye Old Friends
Scott Mills and Chris Stark join us for one last Unpopular Opinion and spill the beans on Jameela Jamil and her chicken outfit. Also, national exam coordinator, Abbey gets her results and listener Molly heads off to Reading with a squirrel costume.
8/25/2022 • 39 minutes, 46 seconds
Whatever Floatopias Your Boat
Jack Saunders is here for Top of the Shops and we hear all your drunk purchases and escalator stories
8/24/2022 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
The Biggest Sucker In The Universe
Black holes in space – what do they sound like? Cue the wacky voice notes! Also, Laura & Ashley have been responsible for the erection of more signs and Greg explains BBC Sounds in the (un) simplest of terms.
8/23/2022 • 33 minutes, 17 seconds
It’s Mouldy Milk Anyway!
Joe calls in to find out if anyone else has his cheesy habit, Greg has been hanging out with Coldplay (no biggie) and more signs that YOU were responsible for.
8/22/2022 • 31 minutes, 48 seconds
Goodbye (for now!) Roisin
It's Roisin's last day reading the news on Radio 1 Breakfast so Greg's letting her takeover the podcast and there's definitely a magpie involved!
8/5/2022 • 22 minutes, 11 seconds
Stand Up Idris Elba, Sit Down Diplo!
Greg plays quite the game of Stand Up Sit Down with Danny Howard. Plus a non-human beatboxing guest, and Yesterday’s Quiz.
8/4/2022 • 33 minutes, 9 seconds
Alessia Russo and Fran Kirby
Please stand for sporting royalty! Greg is joined in the studio by Euro champions, Alessia Russo and Fran Kirby!
8/3/2022 • 40 minutes, 44 seconds
Belly Buttons Divide The Nation
Greg's asking the nation if they wash their belly button and people are spooked! Plus, aftermath of the Love Island final and it's day two of the quiz!
8/2/2022 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
The Lionesses Brought It Home
Greg's seeing through his rogue promise and playing Sweet Caroline EVERY hour as England's women became Euro 2022 champions!
8/1/2022 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds
All Eyes on England for the Euros Final
Greg is joined by Alex Scott ahead of the Euros Final and there's a prediction from Alan the Robot Hoover! Also, Greg's new mate GK from Bad Boy Chiller Crew is on for WrongUns and some very weird sounds made by Scott Mills and Chris Stark are unearthed.
7/29/2022 • 38 minutes, 11 seconds
Make Haste for Regé-Jean Page
Regé-Jean Page is in for Unpopular Opinions and Greg reveals the new Official Chart presenter who he identifies by his very muscular knees! Plus Animal News and All The Latest Things!
7/28/2022 • 48 minutes, 13 seconds
Baba Ganoush & Morning Glory
Greg's celebrating the Lionesses win with a 'Double Diamond', doorbells are having their moment and Joe Lycett is in with Fact Controller.
7/27/2022 • 40 minutes, 58 seconds
No Days Off!
After a very busy few days running all across the country, Greg is back in his lukewarm studio. There's a guessing game for Roisin and Alan the Robot Hoover is making predictions on the Lionesses game tonight so all things back to normal!
7/26/2022 • 37 minutes, 2 seconds
The Jig Is Up!
Let's be honest, it took longer than expected but Greg got it done! He found all the pieces scattered across the UK and finally put together Radio 1's Giant Jigsaw and won back his show!! Woohoo!
7/25/2022 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 59 seconds
How Many Pieces Do We Have Now?
Scott and Chris continue their R1 Breakfast Show takeover as Greg attempts to find all the pieces of Radio 1's Giant Jigsaw!
7/22/2022 • 52 minutes, 30 seconds
Piece By Piece
Scott and Chris still rule the breakfast show roost as Greg tries desperately to collect the missing pieces of the Radio 1 Puzzle.
7/21/2022 • 1 hour, 1 minute, 15 seconds
Radio 1 Breakfast With…Scott & Chris??
Our hero has been kicked out of The Radio 1 Breakfast Show and replaced by Scott Mills & Chris Stark. It’s up to you, the listeners to help him win it back.
7/20/2022 • 45 minutes, 46 seconds
A Wet Blanket & Tin Foil
Greg’s been getting your heat hacks in order to stay cool and as he starts to worry about what radio 1 has in store for him over the next few days, a mysterious list comes through.
7/19/2022 • 31 minutes, 27 seconds
Hot Hot Hot!
Be careful out there – there are pigs in sun cream, Hungry Unicorns on the beach and people doing all sorts in the sea.
7/18/2022 • 30 minutes, 52 seconds
A Prepubescent T-Rex...
Harry steps up to wrap up another week on the quiz. There's a game of Wrong Uns with listener Niamh who's back for an update on her first ever date, and Alan's back with another Women's Euros prediction.
7/15/2022 • 23 minutes, 48 seconds
Tok Tok. Who’s There?
Niff Niff! Cockericko!! Did you know that noises are different depending on where you are in the world. Also, we get info on Radio 1’s Summer Games and an update on the mystery flight.
7/14/2022 • 24 minutes, 23 seconds
Mad Dogs And Englishmen…
It seems the heat has made us all go a bit doolally, listener Ellie for instance, she waves at the TV...but is it just her? Plus, we find a very dramatic poem by a four year old and launch an investigation into a mysterious flight from Dublin Airport.
7/13/2022 • 36 minutes
Yodelayheehoo!!
Greg tested your opera singing skills and now it’s time for yodelling - get out the reverb Roisin! Also, singing parrots and donkeys in Animal News and Shawn Moondez takes us to the edge of the universe.
7/12/2022 • 34 minutes, 24 seconds
Nosey Siblings and a Stroppy Host
Niamh went on her date (closely followed by her family), a controversial game of Top Of The Shops sees Greg storm off in a huff (or was it a minute and a huff?) and What time is it when a horse stands on your roof? (find out in Animal News). (ok, ok, enough of the brackets)
7/11/2022 • 37 minutes, 1 second
Good Luck Niamh
Listener Niamh is going on her first date so Greg attempts to give her some advice. Plus, an ex-Teletubbies star appears on the quiz and it turns out that Roisin can do opera...Laaaa
7/8/2022 • 34 minutes, 53 seconds
Stark, Thor and a Robot
Chris Stark joins us as finger nails and candles cause confusion in Fact Controller, Ali Plumb has been hanging around with Chris Hemsworth and yay! Alan The Robot Hoover was correct, The Lionesses won.
7/7/2022 • 36 minutes, 41 seconds
Alan Is Back!!
Alan The Robot Hoover is out of retirement to predict tonight’s Lionesses football result, listener Josh’s family like a good old fish and chip supper during sad times and we hear your attempts to bury some bad news.
7/6/2022 • 34 minutes, 8 seconds
Eat Up & Scram!!
Romesh Ranganathan has a problem with unwanted guests, Gabby Logan is on but doesn’t know it and Munya Chawawa has gone totally conkers!
7/5/2022 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds
Adele &The Flag of Pride.
Listener Dean had an amazing experience at an Adele gig, Isabel had trouble getting it up twice in Double Disasters and a multinational team joined us for the quiz.
7/4/2022 • 36 minutes, 54 seconds
A Donkey On The Edge!!
Animal news brings us Amy The Donkey Stealer, the quiz team battle out the final and Chris the food clapper is back for WronUns.
7/1/2022 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Let’s Hear It For The Beans!
Listener Chris gives a standing ovation to his food and Ed Sheeran reveals some dark secrets involving "The Box" and farting on stage during his ballads.
6/30/2022 • 32 minutes, 34 seconds
Ed In A Box?
Greg investigates Ed Sheeran’s stage entrance, Katie Thistleton is here for Top Of The Shops and British “Ball” Dogs appear in Animal News.
6/29/2022 • 29 minutes, 49 seconds
Where Was Green Day??
Greg goes through some of the rumours around Glastonbury, listener Natalie has a new game called Job In A Box, and Reece the Bus Boy is very excited about a new busway.
6/28/2022 • 35 minutes, 53 seconds
A New Podcast Host?
Greg says bye to producer Will who's on hosting duty for the podcast today!
6/24/2022 • 29 minutes, 47 seconds
Glastonbury Moaners
Double disasters, Glastonbury moaners and a Julia Fox update!
6/22/2022 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
A Gorilla Fart!
Roisin has the best clip ever in animal news.
6/21/2022 • 29 minutes, 35 seconds
Harry Styles likes to yodel
Greg recreates the Harry Styles gig and Danny Howard is in with the Fact Controller. An unexpected winner for the UK’s best theme park causes quite a stir. Listener Josh’s mouth singing goes to the next level, plus all the latest things from Aitch and Dame Kelly Holmes.
6/20/2022 • 39 minutes, 52 seconds
We love a Friday!
Update on the missing oyster catcher, WrongUn's and Greg says bye to Wendy Williams.
6/17/2022 • 24 minutes, 39 seconds
A Buying Frenzy
1Xtra’s Nadia Jae is here to play Top Of The Shops and we get news on a pizza-eating oyster catcher... Yes, you heard right!
6/16/2022 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
It’s Destiny!!
Have you ever tried to connect with someone by the smallest of links? Do you use different bowls for sickness and snacks? Have you ever seen a bull waiting for a train? Have you ever sung a song into someone’s mouth? No?? What’s wrong with you?
6/15/2022 • 38 minutes, 29 seconds
Mills' Unpopular Opinion
Scott Mills joins us as a listener takes the pith! Another listener tracks down the "Huddersfield Wood" and a third (Covenger Josh) gets an amazing gift.
6/14/2022 • 41 minutes, 31 seconds
Mouth To Mouth Resonation
"Wonderful Maniac" Josh tells us of a strange singing technique he and his girlfriend have developed. Also, Greg has details of a TikTok / Netflix romance and pays tribute to the wonderful Hilary Devey.
6/13/2022 • 29 minutes, 31 seconds
It’s Gold Rush Kid Day!
George Ezra is here and his new song is scrutinised by listener Morgan. Also, show accountant Vicky is back for WrongUns and it’s the final of the quiz.
6/10/2022 • 30 minutes, 53 seconds
And Now The News....
Roisin comes out with the most amazing fact ever in Fact Controller, there's cowboys chasing cows on the motorways in Animal News and the algorithms are loving Bus Boy Reece.
6/9/2022 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
A Milky What??
Tales of bush fires and stinky sinks in Double Disasters, we hear from Lucy who accidentally became the star of the Jubilee Pageant and a greedy Ostridge makes an appearance in Animal News.
6/8/2022 • 33 minutes, 49 seconds
A Sense of Nonsense
Seems the BBC’s Jubilee presenters had their senses working overtime at the weekend, so Greg devised a new game for Roisin and Melvin. Also, Love Island’s Luca Bish - sells fish…of course. Does your name rhyme with your game?
6/7/2022 • 27 minutes, 18 seconds
All The Fun Of The Fair
After an amazing weekend of celebrations Greg brings you up to date with all the fun and mayhem of the Jubilee weekend. Also, Laura Whitmore Asks The Nation about festival romances and we finally find out what Gregg Wallace has been up to.
6/6/2022 • 42 minutes, 51 seconds
Jubilee Bangers (and mash)!
As the long Bank Holiday looms the shops are starting to fill with plenty of jubilee tat. Salad Queen anyone? Also, George Ezra apologises for a shocking revelation and Yungblud's been flying about on a buggy.
6/1/2022 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
What An Honour!!
Did Gregg Wallace cause an earthquake? Does anyone have strange rituals involving watermelons? Where is Lesley Dolphin? All will be revealed.
5/31/2022 • 31 minutes, 2 seconds
The Day After…
Greg is back after an exhausting weekend of meeting all-star listeners, being rubbish with pyrotechnics, watching Harry Styles become a pilot and sending Sibby to the pigs.
5/30/2022 • 39 minutes, 41 seconds
The Race Concludes!
It’s the finale of The Race to Big Weekend, but who will be the victor Stella or Sibby? Both are cheered along and Andrew Cotter provides the commentary.
5/27/2022 • 34 minutes, 37 seconds
The Heat Is On!
The Race to Coventry continues but will be Stella or Sibby travelling in the fancy sports car? Also, it’s Covenger Josh’s turn on the quiz and Nick updates us on the weather
5/26/2022 • 44 minutes, 28 seconds
The Race To Pig Weekend!!
Covengers Stella and Sibby begin a race to either get a ticket for the festival or visit some pigs. Also, it’s Coventry Cathedral’s birthday so Greg has another bright idea, only to end up being up-staged by some seagulls.
5/25/2022 • 51 minutes, 55 seconds
Day 1 Coventry
Greg’s team of super listeners have arrived in Coventry and we go on a search for Sean Paul’s Nan, review Harry Style’s Bedtime Story and come up with a plan to get everyone into The Big Weekend.
5/24/2022 • 38 minutes, 16 seconds
The Rise of The Coventry Gang
Greg recruits new members for his big Coventry road trip, Radio 1’s Elliot Darby has received a strange text and Greg has bought enough toothpaste to buff up the side of an ocean liner.
5/19/2022 • 36 minutes, 12 seconds
Nice One Rooster!
Cockadoodledoo!! We revisit Greg’s Bedtime Story, Fact Controller becomes Fax Controller, Greg gets grumpy with our quiz contestant and Arielle is excited to meet Bus Boy Reece.
5/18/2022 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
Gregabug Is Back!!
Greg’s in his kitchen, Barney’s in the kitchen, Arielle’s in the studio. Featuring Disclosure’s goats, Jade The Snake and a Beat The Bride quiz.
5/17/2022 • 29 minutes, 41 seconds
Mastermind Vs WrongUn's
Adele Roberts is here for our very serious quiz and Greg confesses to an embarrassing situation at an awards ceremony. Plus, Scott Mills is getting excited for Eurovision and there's news of goat crimewave.
5/6/2022 • 29 minutes, 47 seconds
Benedict Cumberbatch Unpopular Opinion
Doctor Strange himself is here and confesses to a love for Ariana Grande, we go behind the scenes of the Star.One/Ed Sheeran remix and could it be that Anton Du Beke appears on Jack Harlow’s new album?
5/5/2022 • 28 minutes, 38 seconds
A Landing Ovation
Kirsty Grant is here asking if when a pilot lands, is to clap’em common? Also, Liverpool and Bournemouth fans are waking up with sore heads and look-out - ‘ol Mac is back, with some fox ‘n sox Animal News.
5/4/2022 • 34 minutes, 55 seconds
The Long and Winding Road
Ring roads and mischievous dogs create trouble in Double Disasters, the celebs line up to give their views on the Met Gala and Greg has a new brain-teaser for Roisin.
5/3/2022 • 29 minutes, 58 seconds
Bits Of A Show, Within A Show, Within A Podcast
We get your examples of things, on other things, carrying more things, whilst already on top of things. Also, Greg and listener Ebony try to fool a Coventry newspaper and – if it’s any constellation - Katie Thistleton joined us for Fact Controller.
4/28/2022 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
Let’s Roll!
A Coventry special Unpopular Opinion, DOUBLE Badger news and Tom The Young Farmer being serious!! It’s enough to send producer Will head over heels.
4/27/2022 • 38 minutes, 44 seconds
Tan France Asks The Nation
Tan France is here and has a problem with birthday cards, Greg has a strange noise in his house and listener Beth has beef with some milk.
4/26/2022 • 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Cue The Bird!
Players get snookered by a pigeon at the Crucible, Billy’s baffled by buttons in Is It Just Us and you’ll never believe who’s coming to Coventry.
4/25/2022 • 30 minutes, 48 seconds
All Demands Are Met
Greg finally shakes the weight in an effort to release the royal pencil, a new radio beef starts between Greg, Zoe Ball and the 7th floor coffee bar and Asian Network’s Nikita is here for WrongUns.
4/22/2022 • 27 minutes, 21 seconds
In With A Whimper & Out With A Bang!
A funny noise intro, some sweaty pants, a somersaulting donkey owner, a bus boy and a Lizzo style outro.
4/21/2022 • 31 minutes, 18 seconds
It’s Mayhem Out There!
Ceilings and cars crash in Double Disasters, there’s been more food spilled on our streets and producer Will feels the nation’s backlash over the toothbrush scandal.
4/20/2022 • 33 minutes, 42 seconds
On Top or Down Under?
Listener Jay has a bunk bed dilemma to Ask The Nation, producer Will makes a shocking confession and someone’s been talking about Greg on Welsh TV.
4/19/2022 • 33 minutes, 24 seconds
Who Threw The Cheese?
Greg puts out an appeal for cheese throwers, Josh and Katie are on for a Tell Me Something Good Coventry Special and Danny Howard is here to kick start the early weekend.
4/14/2022 • 32 minutes, 32 seconds
Wheezy, Sneezy and Breezy
Young people with old voices, sneezing news readers, flying lambs and thieving sea lions.
4/13/2022 • 35 minutes, 22 seconds
Additional Training Required
Disasters you’ve made at work that have caused everyone to re-train, a caller who wears boots in bed and a quizzer that cleans the toilet with vodka?? Welcome back to another All Day Breakfast.
4/12/2022 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
Do As We Say, Or...
The captors of The Royal Pencil have been in touch and Greg suspects Scott Mills has something to do with it. Also, we get more stories on disasters that have struck twice, Ainsley has missed a golden opportunity and Chico De Bing is ready for the quiz.
4/11/2022 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
The Mysterious Envelope
Greg finds an intriguing message on his desk, our cow rescuing fireman is back for WrongUns and The Stag team battle out the final of the quiz, before embarking on their night out in The Toon.
4/8/2022 • 27 minutes, 35 seconds
Tom Vs Tom
Tom The Young Farmer has a rival in the form of Tom The Young Trucker, so they battle it out to become King of the airwaves. Also, Ali Plumb reviews the film that everyone’s talking about, The VelociPastor and beef has arisen between Greg and Vick & Jordan.
4/7/2022 • 33 minutes, 5 seconds
The Entertainment Technician
A podcast featuring 1Xtra’s Remi Burgz, a fleeing flamingo, a cow in a swimming pool, a spit sucker and the boss of the world. Let’s go!
4/6/2022 • 38 minutes, 3 seconds
It’s Just Crackers!
A highway full of biscuits, an April fools prank, the king and queen of Tell Me Something Good and a new doggy friendship. What’s not to like?
4/5/2022 • 35 minutes, 5 seconds
Camila Cabello Asks The Nation
Camila is here with a social media dilemma and to chat about THE pencil. Also, did you sense something fishy going on last Monday? Well maybe Ant, Dec and Stephen Mulhern had something to do with it!
4/4/2022 • 43 minutes, 29 seconds
When Harry Met Eda
Harry Styles is here with a new song and fan Eda is very excited. Also, Radio 1 newcomer Seb Bailey plays WrongUns and more dodgy accents from the world of showbiz.
4/1/2022 • 31 minutes, 26 seconds
Mendes V Moondez
Actual Shawn Mendes was on the show (yes, he made it) so we pitch him against our resident moon expert for a moon-off. Also, strange things you carry around in your bag, we find the show’s official drummer and listener Rachel needs a “Bovine Manager”.
3/31/2022 • 41 minutes, 36 seconds
Drumroll Please!
Greg goes on a search for a drummer, Chris Stark joins us for Top Of The Shops, and we look at infectious accents that celebs’ just can’t help picking up.
3/30/2022 • 28 minutes, 59 seconds
Bridgerton Unpopular Opinion
Nicola Coughlan and Simone Ashley from Bridgerton are here and one of them hates goat cheese! Also, Animal News is a Duck Special and did you know that everyone has a theme tune?
3/29/2022 • 45 minutes, 59 seconds
Lycett, Live From The Oscars
Joe Lycett calls live from Hollywood to give the lowdown on all he saw (or didn’t see) at the Oscars ceremony. Also, listener Max celebrates his 10 thousandth birthday and we have a special 10 Minute Takeover in tribute to Taylor Hawkins.
3/28/2022 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds
Greg - The Cat Protector
Are Lauren and Nigel, our lockdown lovers, still together? Will bride to be and Captain, Zoe win Yesterday’s Quiz? How will spuddy Scarlett do in WrongUns? All will be revealed in this podcast.
3/25/2022 • 28 minutes, 54 seconds
Peculiar Pubs and Revolting Pop Stars
Barmy boozers, spilled pints, bruised waitresses and mutinous musicians - Here we go again!
3/24/2022 • 32 minutes, 11 seconds
The Best Podcast Ever – It’s A Gibbon!
We delve into the darkness of The Three Little Pigs in Fact Controller, Scarlett gives us an update on the sea of spuds and we review Clara’s Leaping Leopard biscuits on last night’s Bake off.
3/23/2022 • 32 minutes, 54 seconds
Pinocchio, Peckers and Potatoes
Yungblud brings a wee festival dilemma, we have special Hen Minute Takeover for all the hens in lockdown, a question in the quiz nearly gets out of hand, and a hundred thousand potatoes rain down on Scarlett’s street. Just another day at the office!
3/22/2022 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds
A Quiz Scandal!!
The final of the quiz brings some controversy, Radio 1’s new family member Matty Chiabi plays WrongUns and both Greg and James have big faces.
3/18/2022 • 27 minutes, 49 seconds
You’re ‘avin Half A Giraffe
We get news of a strange landing from space, Danny Howard ties to sort the Chum from the Flora in Top Of The Shops, and Tom The Trucker’s had a “DOUBLE DISASTER!” (boom boom)
3/17/2022 • 34 minutes, 54 seconds
A Big Old Boat & A Big Old Line Up
Big Weekend announcements, silly scratching games with pop stars, a boat-man called Bryn and fruity flavours with Fay. Here we go!
3/16/2022 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
A Quick Kip in the Pic N Mix
Inspired by Phil Vickery making a chip butty, we hear your stories of putting the least effort into your work.
3/15/2022 • 29 minutes, 26 seconds
Big Weekend Sit Down Stand Up
As Greg announces some of this year's Big Weekend acts we get Coventry listener Josh on for a special game of Sit Down Stand Up. Also, a new superstar in the making, Simon takes the place of Gregg Wallace in our 5-minute warning.
3/14/2022 • 24 minutes, 36 seconds
A Mystery Pie
Greg has been sent a fancy pecan pie but has no idea who from, fart taster Ashleen is back for WrongUns and Greg finds out that we’ve been singing Katy Perry wrong all this time.
3/11/2022 • 26 minutes, 10 seconds
Florence & The Machine is Rubbish
Florence Welch is here for Everyone’s Rubbish and it turns out she can be rubbish too. Also, Scott Mills is here to reveal this year’s Eurovision entry and One Direction are being melted down... but what parts can we salvage?
3/10/2022 • 41 minutes, 37 seconds
Quick – Thumbs On Head!
Bus boy Reece is back, Mike brings us some Gregg Wallace Gold and You won’t believe what listener Ashleen’s family do when strange odours appear.
3/9/2022 • 32 minutes, 6 seconds
It’s Alan Carr!
Alan Carr joins us for Fact Controller, Greg tries an experiment on dogs Dougie and Oscar and Charlie Hedges is here to play Tell Me Something Good...and she certainly does.
3/8/2022 • 35 minutes, 53 seconds
Doors Vs Wheels
Are there more doors or more wheels in the world? Greg calls in an engineer to discuss this very important subject. Also, (as we are being very serious today) Greg and Roisin discuss racing tortoises and a man with a pigeon on his head.
3/7/2022 • 32 minutes, 43 seconds
The Final Row?
Today Greg was canal-side in Burnley to greet Jordan at the end of his epic journey. But…
3/4/2022 • 30 minutes, 47 seconds
Mischievous Crabs and Potty Trained Cows
Animal News brings up the usual madness, Greg has left a hidden message on Jordan North’s boat and Ali Plumb is here to talk about Batm’n.
3/3/2022 • 35 minutes, 48 seconds
A Very Cool Customer!
Listener Joseph gets out from the chest freezer (yes, you heard correct!) to play the quiz, Jordan North gets out of the boat to get in a quick game of Tell Me Something Good and Carol Kirkwood gets out of the weather room to give him the day’s forecast.
3/2/2022 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Look At The Pincers On That!!
Quizzer Tom from the Canal & River Trust, puts some fear into Jordan North who plays a quick game of What’s My Age Again before continuing his rowing challenge.
3/1/2022 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Go Jordan!
Jordan North gets a rousing send off from his brother as he begins his epic Comic Relief challenge of rowing from London to his hometown of Burnley. He seemed very confident until Greg mentioned the word “Otters!”
2/28/2022 • 34 minutes, 6 seconds
The Junior Doctors Final
Our team from Wigan hospital battle out the quiz, Ali Plumb has been speaking to Andrew Garfield and our favourite listener of the week, Erica, is back for WrongUns.
2/25/2022 • 32 minutes, 27 seconds
Fanfare For The Common Dessert
Listener, Alex and her family sing to puddings, there are beans in the park and our star newsreader gets interrupted during the news. Whatever next?
2/24/2022 • 26 minutes, 33 seconds
Beware The Swans!!
Jordan North is here, ahead of his Comic Relief challenge of rowing from London to Burnley. What could possibly go wrong? Well..lots, according to our listeners. Also, why is Dua Lipa being so bossy?
2/23/2022 • 29 minutes, 5 seconds
It’s There Because Of Me!
We get many a story of signs being erected because of something you have done. Also, Dean has a question of cinema etiquette that he needs to Ask The Nation and Bus-Boy Reece is set some challenges.
2/22/2022 • 35 minutes, 46 seconds
Planes, Trains & Exploding Cones
Greg finally gets to chat to Jerry from Big Jet TV, Melvin Odoom join us for some Fact Controller and another update on the “Train Jane” phenomenon.
2/21/2022 • 37 minutes, 29 seconds
Plumb, Cheese & Brass
Ali Plumb’s hiding from a storm, the Sweet Talkestra is getting brassy, Greg is rating cheese and bus buff Reece is back for WrongUns.
2/18/2022 • 34 minutes, 15 seconds
Beat The Bus!
Greg's got a new game inspired by London's slowest bus. Vick Hope stops by to play Top Of The Shops. Oh, and there's some secret news revealed about the podcast… SHHH!
2/17/2022 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
The Search For Gusty Dudley
Greg embarks on a quest to find the voice of a storm, and Tell Me Something Good returns!
2/16/2022 • 25 minutes, 19 seconds
A Rubbish Valentines
7 year old Elise shares her Valentines mix-up with Greg in an Everyone’s Rubbish special!
2/15/2022 • 35 minutes, 48 seconds
Jane on the train!
Greg catches up with viral sensation Train Jane, and Daisy drops by for an Is It Just Us?
2/14/2022 • 37 minutes, 53 seconds
Return of the Superb Owls!
Two NFL legends stop by ahead of Superbowl weekend, and Greg's got the owls out again...
2/11/2022 • 27 minutes, 58 seconds
Tom Holland Sit Down Stand Up
Probably the BIGGEST movie star on the planet Tom Holland is here to play probably the smallest game. Also, we have Imogen on for the quiz, Tom Holland, Rosie the estate agent and Tom Holland. BTW - Did we mention that Tom Holland is on?
2/10/2022 • 37 minutes, 18 seconds
“She’s Done A Madonna"!
The Brits gets reviewed by the people that weren’t there, the nation’s musicians unite for The Sweet Talkestra and Greg has real trouble explaining the show to some school kids.
2/9/2022 • 31 minutes, 21 seconds
Rose Matafeo Fact Controller
Creator and star of Starstruck is here for weird facts that you really should have known before and Small Things – BIG Trouble! Times when you were told off at work for something very petty.
2/8/2022 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Well That Was Loopy!
More mahem that Greg's dad could only describe as "Loopy". Includes: graduation blushes in Everyone's Rubbish, mischeivous pranks on Rob's friend Bambi and some extra fast fiddling from Roberts for the Sweet Talkestra.
2/7/2022 • 34 minutes, 44 seconds
The Sweet Talkestra
The violin part of Years & Years song gets slammed by Alexandra then all sorts of instruments join in. Also, udder squeezing Spanner is back, The Hockey Huns battle out the final of the quiz and Sam Fender soundalike Ryan plays WrongUns.
2/4/2022 • 32 minutes, 9 seconds
Wai Ai, It’s Me, Sam Fender!
Greg goes on a search for someone who can impersonate Sam Fender and gets an avalanche of celeb impressions. Plus, Matt Edmondson joins us for Top Of The Shops and we have a special announcement about Tom Holland.
2/3/2022 • 28 minutes, 34 seconds
Eyes Wide Shut?
Overweight armadillos and shifty seagulls crop up in Animal News, Emma has a dilemma to Ask The Nation and Greg may have found a fast fiddler.
2/2/2022 • 33 minutes, 25 seconds
Find The Fiddler!
Greg tries to find a fast fiddler, a listener fights in slo-mo and a Russian man duets with a raven.
2/1/2022 • 36 minutes, 2 seconds
The Game Is Afoot
Listener Morgan is back for a game of Tell Me Something Good and reveals an odd fact about her feet. But, it seems like she’s not the only one. Also, new week new quiz team and Samuel L Jackson has been spotted eating fish and chips.
1/31/2022 • 24 minutes, 30 seconds
Deadly Gregly & George Ezra
George Ezra plays some games, The Barnet Boys battle out the final of the quiz and Vicky Hawkesworth give Greg a rasping challenge.
1/28/2022 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
With the Official Judy Cater
Chris Stark joins us for Fact Controller which leads to a Sue Perb hunt for a Jack Pot. Plus, Sophie updates us on the search for Samuel L Jackson and things you should never put hand sanitiser on.
1/27/2022 • 33 minutes, 6 seconds
Tea Cakes And Knobs
Adele Roberts joins us for Top Of The Shops to find out if listener Fraser buys lots of trampolines for ants and an update on the annual Dorset Knob-throwing contest.
1/26/2022 • 32 minutes
Double Burns!!
To celebrate Burns Night Arielle Free and Burns (the producer – not the poet obvs) deliver a poetical mix. Plus, a butternut squash causes all sorts of problems in Everyone’s Rubbish and listener Emma continues the hunt for Samuel L Jackson in Halifax.
1/25/2022 • 33 minutes, 34 seconds
Where The L Is Jackson?
A BIG movie star is in town! Time to start an investigation. Also, listener James and his dad have a strange holiday habit but "Is it just them"? and a robot vacuum cleaner has tried to make a break for it.
1/24/2022 • 30 minutes, 33 seconds
A Drone, Some String and a Sausage
An amazing dog rescue comes up in Animal News, the show’s favourite biscuit crusher Emily is back to play WrongUns and The Quizzer Sisters battle out the final of the quiz.
1/21/2022 • 20 minutes, 51 seconds
Calm Down Dear!
Ronaldo threw a strop – and so can our listeners it seems. Plus, Danny Howard’s not happy about when people think the weekend should start – time to Ask The Nation!
1/20/2022 • 22 minutes, 50 seconds
Sit Down Stand Up Celebrity Special
Scott Mills joins us to play Maya’s great phone game and speaking of phones…do your parents get too formal with their contact names?
1/19/2022 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
It’s Not For You Jason!
Roisin takes over the 10 Minute Takeover and gets very sassy, guide dogs, hyenas and meerkats all add to the confusion in Fact Controller and Ant, the tipper driver, complains to the BBC about Greg being far too hot.
1/18/2022 • 35 minutes, 3 seconds
Why's The Moon So Shiny?
Moon Experts, Animal news and Everyone's Rubbish!
1/17/2022 • 31 minutes, 47 seconds
Sexy Complaints
The dinger boy gets chatted up by the quiz team and Greg has some sexy complaints!
1/14/2022 • 25 minutes, 29 seconds
Unfinished Business?
Should you wash your hands between the toilet and the shower? Listener Claire poses the question to the nation. Also, we get an update on the darts investigation and Greg gets to speak to some BIGTIME Andy Murray fans in Sydney Australia.
1/13/2022 • 34 minutes, 47 seconds
It's The Size Of A Boat, Mate!
Inspector Greg investigates a statue of a naked man in Suffolk, the mystery surrounding the sound of professional darts and (along with Jack Saunders) tries to work out what listener Alex has been buying lots of.
1/12/2022 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Boom 60, Boom 120, Boom 180
Greg launches an investigation into darts tournaments on TV, Charlie Hedges and Tom The Young Farmer play Tell Me Something Good, and Billie Eilish was busy blowing grass…but what were you doing in August 2019?
1/11/2022 • 28 minutes, 8 seconds
The Madness is Back !
Crusty cakes, gift-giving bushes, and piano-playing ducks! Yes, Greg’s back with all the usual nonsense for 2022.
1/10/2022 • 34 minutes, 50 seconds
T'was The Show Before Christmas...
A very festive show today, Stormzy reading The Night Before Christmas, Quiz final of the year and John (the son of a cider lover) is back to play WrongUns. Happy Holidays Everyone!
12/24/2021 • 20 minutes, 30 seconds
North Star Caller Returns
Actual Father Christmas calls a very special young listener, Gregg Wallace is back making Christmas cards (much to Greg’s delight) and Beth reviews another festive Ali Plumb recommendation.
12/23/2021 • 26 minutes, 35 seconds
Ed Sheeran Brings Festive Cheer
Ed cheers up the nation with music, quizzes and a call to Elton. Also, Beth brings a tear to Ali Plumb’s mince pies as she reviews one of his favourite movies.
12/22/2021 • 38 minutes, 37 seconds
Dead Pets Society
John’s dad gets sent cider from their deceased dog, Beth reviews an awful Christmas movie and we confirm the social distancing rules for being the back end of a pantomime horse.
12/21/2021 • 32 minutes, 58 seconds
A Super Booster and an Elf Hater
Boosting Becca tries to break the 200 boosts in a day record, Elf hater Katie is back to play WrongUns, We bring on super sub Conor for the quiz, and Ali Plumb has been chatting to Keanu Reeves – no biggie!
12/17/2021 • 23 minutes, 48 seconds
Romesh Ranganathan & The Fact Controller
Comedy legend Romesh joins us for some strange misunderstandings, rugby hero Kevin Sinfield joins us for the quiz and Teen Hero Alice joins us for The 10 Minute Takeover.
12/16/2021 • 39 minutes, 48 seconds
I’m Sorry! Have A Llama
What have you purchased or signed up to inadvertently? What should you do with the doors on your advent calendar? Who’s Gregg Wallace having lunch with? All will be revealed.
12/15/2021 • 30 minutes, 46 seconds
A Thousand Christmas Magpies
Roisin rates your Magpie impressions, Elf gets a roasting in Unpopular Opinion and Olympian, Andrea Spendolini-Sirieix dives into the quiz.
12/14/2021 • 34 minutes, 16 seconds
Stand Back!!
Listener Katie's husband creates a major alert in Everyone's Rubbish, Newsbeat's Steve Holden has built something amazing out of Lego and Sports Personality of the Year is coming so we have a special team for the quiz.
12/13/2021 • 33 minutes, 51 seconds
Pete Tong Unpopular Opinion
Dance Master Tong brings us a very popular Unpopular Opinion, double Camel shenanigans in Animal News and Lemur On A Beamer!! Danielle is back to play wrongUns
12/10/2021 • 35 minutes, 27 seconds
Local Shops For Local People!
Following Aitch's example, Greg gives a shout out to your little local shops that mean a lot to you. Also, Danny Howard and Charlie Hedges are here for a game of Tell Me Something Good and a camel goes AWOL in Animal News.
12/9/2021 • 28 minutes, 13 seconds
That My Dear, Is Royal Wood!
Greg and our Teen Heroes visited Kensington Palace, but did Greg behave himself? Also, Fish In A Dish! - Danielle comes up with the craziest game yet and Nina has been buying far too much of something in Top Of The Shops.
12/8/2021 • 41 minutes, 45 seconds
Go To Fork Jail!
Listener Brad has a strange dinner-time habit, Gregg Wallace has loadsa Christmas trees and does a parrot have its own advent calendar?
12/7/2021 • 31 minutes, 24 seconds
A Teen Heroes Special
The cows are a mooing, the turkeys are a gobbling! Everyone’s celebrating our 5 very special teen heroes with plenty of surprises around every corner.
12/3/2021 • 43 minutes, 36 seconds
Madison & Harry Get A Teen Hero Surprise
Jack Grealish, Halsey & Tom Rosenthal help Charlie surprise another two incredible heroes and Frankie Bridge provides the most amazing Christmas pressie for her husband Wayne.
12/2/2021 • 34 minutes, 36 seconds
Jake Gets A Teen Hero Surprise
A very Christmassy house awaits Charlie Hedges as she calls on another Teen Hero and just in case things get too festive and cosy Greg fires some Unpopular Opinions at us.
12/1/2021 • 35 minutes, 13 seconds
Keah Gets A Teen Hero Surprise
Charlie is out and about again ready to spring on another teen hero and also does Everyone’s Rubbish where Greg finds himself up Pompeii!
11/30/2021 • 37 minutes, 37 seconds
Tom Gets A Teen Hero Surprise
Charlie Hedges begins her week of surprising Radio 1's Teen Heroes, by knocking on their doors for a cuppa. Also, lucky Anya is snowed in at her local pub and Lorna gives us the lowdown on the storm-torn I'm A Celebrity castle.
11/29/2021 • 52 minutes, 21 seconds
Sassy Kids and WrongUns
Greg has found another sassy kid, our team of Matty Lee’s friends play out the final of the quiz and caller of the week, Wyn, is back for WrongUns.
11/26/2021 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds
Get Bealey In There!
Greg is excited about the new addition to the I'm A Celeb Castle, listener Niamh Asks The Nation about a train dispute and an invasion of swans turn up in Animal News.
11/25/2021 • 25 minutes, 56 seconds
What's The Worst That Could Happen?
Greg is worried about getting hit by an asteroid, Kieron half-demolished a local factory and Alison & Callum have been inadvertently trespassing. All the usual chaos then!
11/24/2021 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Will Smith Unpopular Opinion
Hollywood superstar Will beatboxes along to the Unpopular Opinion theme tune and High School Musical fan Roisin gets roped in for an impromptu round of Mastermind.
11/23/2021 • 39 minutes, 34 seconds
Don’t Let The Bed Bugs Bite!
Listener Ellie and her partner have a strange bedtime ritual and asks “Is It Just Us?” Lorna gives us another update from the I’m A Celebrity castle and as Olympic Gold diving legend Matty Lee enters the castle, we get his flat-mate Aiden on to play the quiz.
11/22/2021 • 36 minutes, 5 seconds
Young People, Old Song
Niall Horan, Anne-Marie and Zoe Ball join Greg for the launch of the new Children in Need song and it is very good indeed! Also, Alex Mansuroglu has put his dad in a song and Ali Plumb is back with more movie fun.
11/19/2021 • 37 minutes, 53 seconds
Lady Gaga Unpopular Opinion
Lady Gaga - will she sing the theme tune? Does she suck jelly? This is the only place in the world where you'll find out. Also, A tooth necklace anyone? What unusual gifts have you bought your partner that have fallen completely flat?
11/18/2021 • 45 minutes, 12 seconds
Tell Me Something Good Noreen!
Ewan McVicar is back to play our favourite game and he's brought his mum with him. Also, we get the latest on the Vic & Jack saga and a sausage dog creates a pickle for his owner, in front of some nosy cows.
11/17/2021 • 32 minutes, 21 seconds
A BIG Announcement
Finally we get to find out where Radio 1's Big Weekend 2022 is to be held, we hear of a telecom engineer that got paid in sausages and Greg gets very excited about Richard Madeley going to The Castle.
11/16/2021 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds
Is There A Cattle Herder In The House?
Has your expertise ever been called on in an emergency? Also, Fiona is back to "Drop" a new game on us, Greg wakes up Jack Saunders who's been painting Budapest red with Yungblud and superfan Kate comes to Taylor Swift's defence.
11/15/2021 • 38 minutes, 58 seconds
A Plumb and a Rock
Our favourite movie bod Ali has been chatting to Dwayne Johnson (as you do), our favourite listener Jemma is back for WrongUns and our favourite DJ's mum has been dropped into the mix.
11/12/2021 • 35 minutes, 39 seconds
Is This Real Life?
Footy star Mason Mount has a numb mouth, producer Millie has an Ask The Nation dilemma and listener Sophie has had her booster vaccine. How can you resist such a podcast?
11/11/2021 • 31 minutes, 59 seconds
Tell Me Something Good – The Game
Ewan McVicar plays a game inspired by his hit song, we hear your crazy dating app voicenote messages and it’s an Annivaccery! One year since the great news, Greg gives another Vaccination Call.
11/10/2021 • 33 minutes, 1 second
A Crisp Crisis
Could there be a national crisp shortage? Did Adele start it? What did Freya buy too much of in Harrow? What wacky games is Fiona going to hit us with today? Why is a duck running a marathon? ..So many questions.
11/9/2021 • 37 minutes, 50 seconds
A Loose Cannon!
Listener Trev tells of a Hollywood A-lister letting rip, Fiona comes up with the worst (but funniest) game ever and a pitch-invading fox dominates Animal News.
11/8/2021 • 37 minutes, 56 seconds
Big Announcements!
Greg has news on TWO special Unpopular Opinion guests, Birthday singer Nikita is back for WrongUns and our quiz team of foresters battle out the final.
11/5/2021 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Catch Caprio If You Can!
Leo DiCaprio has been spotted in Glasgow so Greg and Arielle launch a nationwide investigation. Also, Franky Wah delivers Steph’s special mix and Shawn Moondez is back with news of nappies in space. (yes, you heard right!)
11/4/2021 • 37 minutes, 16 seconds
(Not) All Together Now!
Nikita and family have a way of turning a birthday celebration into a nightmare, listener Steph sets a task for Franky Wah, and Ollie stirs up trouble with a sandwich dilemma.
11/3/2021 • 38 minutes, 21 seconds
Stick Your Climate Crisis...
President Biden arrives in Glasgow, CNN arrive in Edinburgh, Greta Thunberg gets censored by turkeys, DJ chops more vegetables and Tom the Young Farmer goes on the rampage again.
11/2/2021 • 32 minutes
Why Hello, LumberJill!
Fiona the forester plays the quiz, an invasion of Bygons is feared in Fact Controller and something round and hard is found in crisp packet.
11/1/2021 • 36 minutes, 56 seconds
Double Quiz Thursday!
Everyone's rubbish, hissing at strangers and catching leaves.
10/28/2021 • 45 minutes, 13 seconds
Sam Fender, Cut noses & Coldplay Impressions
Greg has a special guest; Sam Fender, Hugh Jackman's cut his nose & Coldplay's retiring.
10/27/2021 • 31 minutes, 55 seconds
Lord Lloyd Webber, Turkeys and Coldplay
Lord Lloyd Webber slides into Greg’s DMs and caller Tom consults the turkeys for a life changing decision.
10/26/2021 • 23 minutes, 47 seconds
Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa
Greg James is joined by Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa for Unpopular Opinion.
10/25/2021 • 29 minutes, 49 seconds
Zendaya and Timothée Chalamet
The stars of Dune join us for Unpopular Opinion, young Agnes is back to play WrongUns and Luke plays the final of the quiz.
10/22/2021 • 26 minutes, 58 seconds
A Nation of Turkeys
Jamie Oliver, Lauren and John give us a gobbling chorus from their turkeys and it makes Greg's day. Also, listener Ellie Asks The Nation about her internal voice and Bethany's Blinking It game has left the country. Phew!
10/21/2021 • 33 minutes, 35 seconds
A Turkey Chorus
Animal News brings a round of applause from lots of Turkeys, we call Gregg Wallace in another round of Stand Up Sit Down and the game of Blink It has finally left the Radio 1 building.
10/20/2021 • 36 minutes, 40 seconds
You’re Blinking It!!
Bethany and family play a weird game that has now spread throughout Radio 1. Plus, Camilla and Callum discuss crisp eating habits and an emu chasing cow features in Animal News.
10/19/2021 • 33 minutes, 20 seconds
It’s Just Not Cricket!
Greg tries to entice Arielle Free into the wonderful world of Cricket, plus we speak to some of the esteemed listeners seen at Radio 1’s Out Out! Live and to another young person with an old name.
10/19/2021 • 33 minutes, 47 seconds
Adele is back!
Adele is back and she's chatting to Greg about hew new single Easy On Me.
10/15/2021 • 27 minutes, 59 seconds
Young Alans - Where Are You!
Greg embarks on a nationwide search to find the UK's youngest Alan.
10/14/2021 • 26 minutes, 22 seconds
Bec, Tim and Tom
Burpy Bec played Top Of The Shops, Poppy actually ran into Timothée Chalamet and Ali Plumb was hanging around with Tom Hardy of all people.
10/13/2021 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Dinosaurs On Mars
More wacky misconceptions in Fact Controller, Listener Jemima spots Timothée Chalamet in Lyme Regis and Poppy gets the "Up Yours Corona" banner at her wedding.
10/12/2021 • 32 minutes, 52 seconds
Chattering Teeth and A Wonka
Is It Just Us? Brings us Anne, whose family have a strange way of greeting each other, Willy Wonka’s been spotted in Lyme Regis and Ainsley’s turned up again in a message for Tyson Fury.
10/11/2021 • 30 minutes, 37 seconds
Bond, James (&) Bond!
Daniel Craig, Lashana Lynch and Rami Malek join us for a special 007 Unpopular Opinion. Should there be more cats in Bond films? Also, more apples are hidden around the nation and Poppy finally celebrates her wedding.
9/30/2021 • 39 minutes, 24 seconds
Hide An Apple Please!
Meg helps Greg hide apples, Grace and Dave have disasterous first days and what's going on with the Strictly song choices?
9/29/2021 • 30 minutes, 32 seconds
Ooh Err! Uh Oh! & Eh Oh!
Jeremiah Asiamah has a loft full of pants, listener Kerry sparks a major security alert on her first day at work and Coldplay and BTS go up against...Teletubbies.
9/28/2021 • 36 minutes, 13 seconds
The Right Name For The Job!
We hear from various people who have names that mirror what they do, attempt a failed vaccination call and - if you have a hole in anything you are wearing - then steer clear of listener Matt.
9/27/2021 • 26 minutes, 50 seconds
Total Bananas!
The one where Plumb met Bond, Roisin got Married and a banana nicker played WrongUns.
9/24/2021 • 30 minutes, 59 seconds
Games Galore!
After Aitch's strange description of the Tower of London, Greg devises a new game "Holiday with Aitch". Plus, listener Deejay has a game called Chop Who'ey and Laura is back with more of her Ben Fogle game.
9/23/2021 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
The Pelican Brief
Jax Jones gives us some Pelican facts and joins us for Animal News, Greg has devised a phone game (he thinks) and tries it out on Rickie, Melvin and Charlie and another listener gets a vaccination call.
9/22/2021 • 34 minutes, 8 seconds
Monday's Banana!
After Grimmy was spotted taking his mum to the "Glasto For Mums" we got your stories of strange "mumarisms". Also, Jordan had an unfortunate incident with a cat in Everyone's Rubbish and Lowri gives us the latest update on Wally The Walrus.
9/21/2021 • 37 minutes, 31 seconds
Cats Are Like Rats!
An Unpopular Opinion special featuring some of Radio 1's newest recruits.
9/20/2021 • 27 minutes, 24 seconds
A Quiz Showdown and Rotating Presenters!
A dramatic final quiz round, plus a visit from Radio 1's new "rotating presenter".
9/17/2021 • 26 minutes, 42 seconds
Fruity House
A question posed to Ed Sheeran stirs up a strange conversation involving houses made of fruit, Jodie has a strange ritual regarding new cars and Tom the Trucker is a Radio nut.
9/16/2021 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Blue Whales Are Obnoxiously Large!
Unpopular Opinion sees sea creatures and poached eggs get a battering, Ava is back to play a new game called Bun Or Hun? and Listener Luke has send a birthday card to himself.
9/15/2021 • 22 minutes, 59 seconds
Mr. Turgeon, Where Are You?
Clara joins us for Fact Controller which sparks a nationwide search for the great politician Nicholas Turgeon.
9/14/2021 • 28 minutes, 55 seconds
I Play Tennis Too!
After Emma Raducanu’s amazing achievement over the weekend, we speak to the people that helped her get there (Well, sort of.). Also, a lot of spilt milk in Everyone’s Rubbish and upside down Rhinos in Animal News.
9/13/2021 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
Naked Distraction!
Joe Lycett and Greg compare naked drawings of each other, Vick Hope and Jordan North battle it out to be the biggest WrongUn, and the sign is up! - There is now an actual Clara Amfo Arms in Norfolk.
9/10/2021 • 31 minutes, 13 seconds
Catch A Falling Leaf
Rosie has a strange Autumn family tradition, Greg (truth be told) is seriously worried about Ray - the pub landlord and we get an update on the Vick and Jack saga.
9/9/2021 • 32 minutes, 19 seconds
It's A Date!
A talking duck opens the show, Tom sits around in his pants, and rumours are spreading about a new Radio 1 romance. The usual nonsense then!
9/8/2021 • 35 minutes, 1 second
Loadsa Guests!
A bumper edition today with lots of guests. Featuring Joe Lycette, Sian Eleri, Charlie Hedges, Vic Hope, and Jack of The Clara Amfo Arms.
9/7/2021 • 42 minutes, 18 seconds
New Schedule Monday!
Ghosting gets a thumbs up and the Minions are about to get cancelled in Unpopular Opinions with Lizzo. Plus it’s new schedule day on Radio 1 so Jordan North and Vick Hope drop in as do Rickie, Charlie and Melvin!
9/6/2021 • 37 minutes, 4 seconds
The Clara Amfo Arms
Listener Jack has an idea to transform his parents' pub, Jake the bum puncher is back for WrongUns and our Quiz team battle out the final.
9/3/2021 • 27 minutes, 36 seconds
Today’s callers: Window, Bannister and Wardrobe
Today’s quizzer inspires Greg to build a house from listeners names. Charlie Hedges is here to border the garden and play Fact Controller and why does Clara have a pub named after her?
9/2/2021 • 37 minutes, 27 seconds
A Graduation Nightmare and a Punch in the Bum
More Everyone’s Rubbish stories, a catch up with Paralympian Sophie Carrigill and Wally’s back in Animal News.
9/1/2021 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Bonk –That’s Fresh!
Listener Liz has a strange habit involving a cucumber, Tom The Trucker is first up for the quiz and celebs that randomly pop up at festivals.
8/31/2021 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
Another Fun Filled Friday
Greg speaks to a real life Paralympian, Mayor Kirsty is back for WrongUns, our Quiz team battle out the final and Ali Plumb’s been hanging out with Jodie Comer – no biggie!
8/20/2021 • 43 minutes, 19 seconds
A Revolting Mess Of Wee and Germs
Hot Tubs come under fire in Unpopular Opinion, cricket playing horses and snakes make an appearance in Animal News and listener Alan finds some more Gregg Wallace gold.
8/19/2021 • 22 minutes, 56 seconds
A Scratching Mayor
The actual Mayor of St. Ives is on with a very wacky game, Greg tracks down the man responsible for one of the greatest ever catches at Headingley and why do some people have a problem with fashion?
8/18/2021 • 36 minutes, 11 seconds
All You Had To Do....
An air hostess with a fear of flying turns up in Everyone's Rubbish! Yungblud's got his own Radio 1 show and our Boardmasters gang - ARE STILL ON THEIR WAY HOME???
8/17/2021 • 32 minutes, 59 seconds
Cat Chat
Listener Anna and her brother have a very strange telephone ritual, but is it just them? Also, we catch up with some very tired Boardmaster Festival goers and ...Happy Birthday Roisin!
8/16/2021 • 30 minutes, 12 seconds
Plunge The Pig!
Dunk The Drunk becomes Plunge The Pig for our Newquay gang, we catch up with Scotty the Olympic Shotputter, Maya returns for Wrongun's and our Quiz team battle it out in the final.
8/13/2021 • 34 minutes, 59 seconds
Wally In A Speedboat
Lowri has an update on our favourite Walrus, Greg recalls some good (and not so good) times at Reading Festival and Listener Mary tells us how Derek Thompson helped secure a date.
8/12/2021 • 26 minutes, 41 seconds
Dunk The Drunk
Niamh celebrated her exam results a bit too hard last night – time to dunk her in the sea. Also, listener Maya has a great game and Gregg Wallace gets roped into playing it.
8/11/2021 • 31 minutes, 10 seconds
Cramming Is Good!
Everyone’s Rubbish brings forward David 19, we have an exam based Unpopular Opinion and Greg asks for your weird but wonderful games.
8/10/2021 • 28 minutes, 7 seconds
Greg’s Back and Grimmy’s Here!
It’s Grimmy’s last week on Radio 1 (sad face) and he’s here with some amazing stories, involving some of the biggest names in showbiz. Also listeners Stuart and Charlotte have done the Olympics – Literally!
8/9/2021 • 40 minutes, 26 seconds
Radio 1's Summer Breakout Roundup...
Greg recaps on a mad week in a camper van, plus animal news and an Olympic shot put!
7/23/2021 • 36 minutes, 24 seconds
Radio 1's Summer Breakout Grand Finale..!
Radio 1's Summer Breakout comes to an end with Ed Sheeran, supermarkets and beach balls!
7/22/2021 • 57 minutes, 27 seconds
Summer Breakout At The Zoo
As Greg tries to work out more clues to his release Vick gets to feed some giraffes and Jordan strokes a sloth as the team hit Chester Zoo.
7/21/2021 • 55 minutes, 39 seconds
Radio 1's Summer Break...Out
Greg thought he was going on holiday but it turns out Jordan has stitched him up good and proper. He is now locked in a camper van and it's up to you, dear listeners, to unravel the clues and get him out. Something tells me that it's going to take a while.
7/20/2021 • 39 minutes, 20 seconds
And They're Off!
Vick Hope and Jordan North are here preparing for their Summer Break, however Greg can't help getting worried about Jordan's organisation skills. Also, What Is That reveals something cute but prickly and listener Matt gets a vaccination call.
7/19/2021 • 31 minutes, 22 seconds
Finally, It’s Friday!
Shotput Scott’s back for a game of WrongUns, The Fab Five Quizzers are back for the final and Velvet Mike is back with a tale of a dating app disaster.
7/16/2021 • 36 minutes, 26 seconds
Why Don't I Keep My Big Mouth....
Ever had "egg on your chin" or said "I'll do it" then immediately regretted it? Here are many people who have.
7/15/2021 • 28 minutes, 18 seconds
Booby on Board!
Teacher Abby, has a misfortune with a whiteboard in Everyone’s Rubbish, Wally the Walrus has got his very own raft and Greg’s at it again - ruining more of your favourite songs.
7/14/2021 • 36 minutes, 41 seconds
Baby Pics! Yay or Nay?
Is it daft to put a picture of a baby you on your dating profile? Nadia Asks The Nation. Plus, we get to speak to a real life Olympian who has very heavy balls.
7/13/2021 • 31 minutes, 11 seconds
Overshadowed Events
There were other things going on yesterday y’know! Branson flew high and Katie gave her boyfriend a nice present. Also, what other events can Tom Cruise attend, a weaving class maybe?
7/12/2021 • 32 minutes, 6 seconds
Stay Where You Are!
Where were you when the goals went in? Wherever it was go back thereon Sunday please. Just in case.
7/8/2021 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
955 Years Of Hurt!!
The Fact Controller clarifies some confusion over the date of England’s last trophy win and Greg sweats a little more each day The Euro's progresses.
7/7/2021 • 29 minutes, 50 seconds
Love Island or Football?
Dan and Lucy are fighting out this evening’s TV rights in a What’s My Age Again penalty shoot-out. Plus, Daisy’s had her vaccine and Greg’s been to a flower show.
7/6/2021 • 31 minutes, 2 seconds
The Shears Await!
Greg’s starting to worry about his hair as England take another step towards the final, Listener Cat gets into a trifle in Unpopular Opinion and The Barney Army is gaining traction.
7/5/2021 • 30 minutes, 30 seconds
Big Game on the Big Game
Greg promised to get 3 lions on the show and he did! Hear what they had to say about tomorrow’s match.
7/2/2021 • 26 minutes, 29 seconds
“New Shorts Please”
Following a wardrobe malfunction at Wimbledon, Greg invites your stories of getting caught with your shorts down, Jordan North is on for Top Of The Shops but is listener Christina a ginger muncher or olive lover?
7/1/2021 • 35 minutes, 42 seconds
Is It Coming??
England Won! Wow! A result that not even Alan The Robot Hoover could predict gets burgers stuck to the ceiling and Greg worrying about going “Full Foden”. But, Is it coming home?? We Ask The Nation.
6/30/2021 • 31 minutes, 6 seconds
Ed Sheeran Is Here!
Ed Sheeran is actually here! In the studio! Donning his guitar for Unpopular Opinion. Plus, it’s the final of the quiz, Ed Sheeran is here, and we play WrongUns and Ed Sheeran is here. Sorry – did we mention that Ed Sheeran is here?
6/25/2021 • 44 minutes, 59 seconds
Are You Sure That's Marmite?
Baby Showers and Fouling Dogs become an issue as Ace joins us for Fact Controller, there's a lot of confusion about salt and pepper pots and Ali Plumb's been chatting to Vin Diesel.
6/24/2021 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
That’s A Moray!
More on Wally the Walrus in Animal News, Listener Emily and her boyfriend keep forking around at mealtimes and Greg speaks to young hero Johnny about his epic walk to Wembley Stadium
6/23/2021 • 28 minutes, 9 seconds
Full Foden or Bust!
Greg makes a rash promise if England win Euro 2020, Everyone’s Rubbish brings a Royal faux pas and a large pair of boxers and we hear of strange findings in your basements.
6/22/2021 • 37 minutes, 53 seconds
The Longest Duck
We celebrate the longest day of the year with the longest duck and the noisiest swan (of course). Plus, Danny Howard’s here for a game of Top Of The Shops and listener Lucy advises on how to manage Love Island with your partners.
6/21/2021 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
A Scilly Update
Alice has some exciting news, Lowri has a Wally the Walrus update and Shannon the “Fair” singer plays WrongUns .
6/18/2021 • 33 minutes, 36 seconds
Oh, Here We Go…
Talking Pigeons, singing dogs and dads dressed as Daleks – the craziness continues…
6/17/2021 • 32 minutes, 16 seconds
All The Fun Of The Fair
Shannon sings (quite wonderfully) a song to her kids but is it a real song? Greg investigates. Also, a football insider has news on the little “ball car” and pant boilers from around the nation hold their hands up.
6/16/2021 • 41 minutes, 50 seconds
Un Tas de Taons
Greg gets some real French people to translate some tongue twisters, we catch up on the whereabouts of The Royal Pencil and want to know who Mr. Whitford Striction is? Fact Controller reveals all.
6/15/2021 • 29 minutes, 31 seconds
An Apology
BBC Sport's Julliette Ferrington offers an apology for the BBC's failiure to CONTROL THE SUN during England's opening Euro's game, Alan The Robot Hoover is back and listener Leanne has an Instagram dilemmea to Ask The Nation.
6/14/2021 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Everything That's Wrong With The Euro's
As the Euro's kick off, Greg doesn't want to get bogged down with predictions, performace and punditry. There are more important things, like cats on the pitch and flies up people's nostrils!
6/11/2021 • 28 minutes, 17 seconds
A Pasty For The President?
President Biden’s in town, so we get some suggestions from our Cornish listeners about how best to entertain him. Also, Alex Scott joins us for some footy chat and a quick game of Mascot For What? and listener Leanne has an ingenious way of getting a date.
6/10/2021 • 36 minutes, 1 second
What’s She Doing Here?
Tales of mums popping up in unexpected places, Steve Holden having trouble with his Balearics and Indiana Jones being spotted in North Shields. What!!
6/9/2021 • 26 minutes, 4 seconds
Bacon, Onions, Mash…Back Of The Net!
Inspired by the Italian footballer Kevin Lasagna, Greg builds a British “foodball” team. Also, Grimmy joins us for some shocking Everyone’s Rubbish Stories and we hear some great news from our resident Fruit Fly expert.
6/8/2021 • 29 minutes, 37 seconds
"Dim The Lights, I'm Revoving My Trousers"
Greg does a Trump based experiment, BBC Lincs sends a suspicious sounding clip and
You won’t believe what listener Matt does whilst on the toilet in Unpopular Opinion.
6/7/2021 • 26 minutes, 6 seconds
Gardening Questions with Calvin Harris
Calvin Harris answers your gardening queries and Jax Jones plays Wrong Uns.
6/4/2021 • 40 minutes, 3 seconds
Are you a Flusher?
Tomato motorways, Ask The Nation and All The Latest Sings.
6/3/2021 • 33 minutes, 7 seconds
Top of the Shops
Grimmy's dodgy wifi and Katie Thistleton plays Top of the Shops.
6/2/2021 • 35 minutes, 8 seconds
Wally The Walrus
A well-endowed walrus and does your family do the chin-lock?
6/1/2021 • 25 minutes, 2 seconds
Radio 1 DJ's Quiz War - The Final
Scott Mills takes on the quiz, a walrus isn't spotted and all the latest thiiiiiings!
5/28/2021 • 34 minutes, 47 seconds
All At Sea
A very busy Gold Award (ahem) winning show including: An update on Wally the Walrus, some Everyone’s Rubbish blunders and another from poor Ali Plumb whilst talking to Emma Thompson.
5/27/2021 • 42 minutes, 32 seconds
Wally's U.K Tour
The "Dorset Tones" of Yasmin Evans join us for Fact Controller, Lowri updates us on Wally The Walrus' U.K Tour and Ainslee's been spotted - in the wild!
5/26/2021 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
Covid Dogs Of The World Unite!
Storm, Maple, Kip, Asher are… The Corona sniffers! Also, Olivia Rodrigo comes under fire in Unpopular Opinion and Arielle Free plays the Quiz AND gets her vaccine.
5/25/2021 • 31 minutes, 11 seconds
The Mystical Vegetable
Olivia’s got a lucky cauliflower, there’s a Walrus hanging about in Wales, Roisin is back on the news, Calvin Harris has made a special announcement, Grimmy’s on the quiz and YA YA DING DONG! Katie reviews The Eurovision Song Contest.
5/24/2021 • 36 minutes, 33 seconds
It's Just The Way Greg Heals!
Greg’s been vaccinated! And Chris from Plymouth has a suggestion for a new vaccination song. Plus, Katy has over 400 legs and plays Wronguns and The Winner Takes It All for one of our team of drag queens in the final of the quiz.finish the week and Rougie scores 14 to win the week!
5/21/2021 • 30 minutes, 38 seconds
Grumpy Grans and Stumbly Mums XX
Charlie Asked The Nation about inappropriate kisses, Sian’s mum fell through a stranger’s window during Songs Of Praise and Ian made a special announcement at Yeovil Town FC.
5/19/2021 • 32 minutes, 33 seconds
Peas Are The Devil!
Unpopular Opinion returns with a shocker from Scotland, listeners Liv and Jemima teach Greg some dance moves and Sara Cox's new BBC Two Show inspires a new game.
5/18/2021 • 24 minutes, 23 seconds
Who Me?
The Rag N Bone M’n saga takes a strange twist, listener Luke plays Wronguns and says that Greg is in his top three favourite people (poor Luke) and it’s the final of Yesterday’s Quiz.
5/14/2021 • 27 minutes, 54 seconds
“And Then The Window Smashed”
Following a video of a great cricket shot that went though a window Greg asks for your disaster stories. Plus, How would an elephant wear a facemask?
5/13/2021 • 26 minutes, 38 seconds
No, You Bring The Brits To Me!
All the fun from The Brits with Arielle Free (eventually) and you’ll never guess who turned them down. Also, Charli Hedges is here for Top Of The Shops and have you ever heard of King Arthur and the knights of the Rectangular Table? No? Quizzer Mitchell has.
5/12/2021 • 32 minutes, 9 seconds
You Do What In The Sea?
Ahead of The Brits tonight Greg sets Jack Whitehall a challenge, Chris from Suffolk has a weird New Year tradition in his family and more stories of cupboards or even whole rooms that you never knew existed in your house.
5/11/2021 • 30 minutes, 35 seconds
Velvet Gentlemen & Floaty Honkers
A strange text starts a frenzy of alternative animal names. Nathan and Lauren return to compete in What’s My Age Again to decide on who gets to decorate their bedroom and Haim try prawn cocktail crisps for the first time.
5/10/2021 • 29 minutes, 22 seconds
Coldplay Unpopular Opinion
Chris and Jonny from Coldplay are here and even treat us to their rendition of the Unpopular Opinion theme tune. Also, it’s the final of the Quiz and listener Chloe tries her hand at WrongUns.
5/7/2021 • 34 minutes, 1 second
“Put A Bun In My Trunk”
Listener Corrinne’s family have a very strange tradition, but is it just them? Also, our favourite pundit, Derek Thompson is back with another faux pas and Greg has an announcement that’s BIG and about a WEEKEND!
5/6/2021 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
The Stock Cube Experiment
Does eating a dry stock cube improve your stamina? Greg puts listener Anna to the test. Also, Emma accidently revealed one of her “hiddens” in Everybody’s Rubbish and Greg missed a massive opportunity involving Chris Martin of Coldplay.
5/5/2021 • 31 minutes, 43 seconds
Greg’s Existential Crisis
Rob, the Coronation Street fart spotter gets a surprise, Tom The Young Farmer has stepped up his game and Bronwen has made us a special jingle.
5/4/2021 • 37 minutes, 28 seconds
Mae'n ddydd Gwener eto
Welsh wonder Bronwen Lewis is here to play WrongUns, Shear Chaos are back for the final of the quiz and can Jordan North nail the Missy Elliott reverse?
4/30/2021 • 27 minutes, 41 seconds
Ti Esrever Dna Ti Pilf
1Xtra’s Yasser joins Greg and Roisin for Fact Controller and all have a go at “Missy Elliotting” Also, a professional “sniffer” turns up in Shoesbeat and we ride Shotgun in Welsh.
4/29/2021 • 29 minutes, 45 seconds
Late People & Caterpillars
The saga of Colin the Caterpillar continues plus we hear why Clara Amfo's always late.
4/28/2021 • 32 minutes, 27 seconds
"Would You Batter My Colin Please?”
Colin The Caterpillar is being battered and fried. Nathan and Lauren begin The Battle of the Stone Sausage Dog and Shear Chaos return for the quiz.
4/27/2021 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
Do NOT Engage!
Rose Matafeo is here to help with Phil’s Ask The Nation dilemma, a bunch of Alpaca shearers join us for the quiz and it’s Ava’s birthday, Happy Birthday Ava!
4/26/2021 • 31 minutes
Every Half Inch Counts!
Our quiz team of cricketers are back and we get in a quick game of taller or Smaller with them, our resident space expert Shawn Moondez is back and listener Sasha is here to play WrongUns.
4/23/2021 • 29 minutes, 21 seconds
Invisible Brian
Listener Chloe has a mysterious family member living in the cupboard. It seems she’s not the only one.
4/22/2021 • 25 minutes, 55 seconds
Lil Naz X – “You Need A Silver Pole”
Lil Naz X gives out some wise advice to our listeners and a few pole dancing tips to Clara. Also, was the Euro Super League actually a failed Apprentice task set by Lord Sugar?
4/21/2021 • 33 minutes, 2 seconds
We’ve Lost…Dancing
Annie Mac is here to make a big announcement, Grimmy plays Top Of The Shops and a warning to many a celeb – Radio 1 IS watching you!
4/20/2021 • 36 minutes, 9 seconds
Greta Thunberg Unpopular Opinion
Activist Greta tells us of the time she met Sir David Attenborough and listener Dan forgot "How To Pub" and ended up looking like a multi-coloured Teletubby.
4/19/2021 • 28 minutes, 40 seconds
Control Your Camera Please!
Jordan North is here to chat about a member of a member of parliament, plus The Roofing Gang Gang are back for the final quiz of the week and listener Izzy play’s Wronguns.
4/16/2021 • 23 minutes, 36 seconds
That Does Impress Me Much!
Shania Twain has been in touch (yes you heard right) Shania Twain! Also, listener Lucy needs to weed down her friends from 7 to 6 with a quiz involving celebs with animal names and more tales of you finding it hard to adjust to normal post lockdown life
4/15/2021 • 27 minutes, 22 seconds
A Buffet Of Fun
Greg finally gets to speak to Horatio and he is really called Lloyd. Listener Aaron has a mask up/mask down dilemma in Ask The Nation and giant rabbits invade Animal News.
4/14/2021 • 29 minutes, 32 seconds
Sound The Bad Chat Klaxon
Evidence is coming in that many of us have forgotten how to have a conversation, Charli Hedges gave her co-hosts a spectacular Easter present in Everyone’s Rubbish and we get more info on the Horatio saga.
4/13/2021 • 36 minutes, 17 seconds
Great Tits And Badger Holes
Ever walk by a Badger Set and hear Harry Potter music? Maybe listener James can explain. Also, Greg is woken every morning by Great Tits, Ali Plumb is here to talk BAFTAs and we catch up with Maddie and Imogen on the Horatio saga.
4/12/2021 • 33 minutes, 38 seconds
Animal News Freak
Greg's joined by Olly Alexander (Years & Years) and we hear a pub alphabet.
4/8/2021 • 27 minutes, 56 seconds
Boat Related Emergencies
The saga of horatio continues plus Greg got into a very wet situation over the weekend.
4/7/2021 • 31 minutes, 55 seconds
What's In Your Fridge?
Weird things in fridges and Chris Stark's gammon foot.
4/6/2021 • 32 minutes, 30 seconds
Awks April Fool
Greg’s favourite ever round of Wrong Un’s with Dean McCulloch, Arlo Parks & Yungblud react to being nominated for the Brit Awards and Greg has an idea for Popstar Parents.
4/1/2021 • 26 minutes, 46 seconds
Don't Be An April Fool!
Greg's April Fool warning, another stuck boat and the Giraffe queen (AKA Vick Hope).
3/31/2021 • 37 minutes, 51 seconds
S.O.S
An aquatic theme running through today’s show. Poor old Jofra Archer had a fish tank disaster (as did many of you) and now that the stuck ship has been freed in The Suez Canal, we celebrate with a nautical themed 10 Minute Takeover.
3/30/2021 • 33 minutes, 11 seconds
Open Up Your Private Garden!
Is life starting to get back to normal? Greg is back, The Rule of Six is back, Unpopular Opinion and Animal News are back and does Charlie Puth actually have a dog?
3/29/2021 • 31 minutes, 56 seconds
The Great British Walrus Off
A Walrus impression is all that stands between first and second place with our quiz team – but who will have the loudest roar? Plus, Katy is here to play Wrong-Uns and Greg places his trust in Jordan North.
3/19/2021 • 26 minutes, 27 seconds
Tom The Younger Farmer – an investigation.
Greg gets suspicious about some texters, worries that YUNGBLUD may be over promising his fans and catches up with Fee Mak who’s had a crazy first two weeks at Radio 1.
3/18/2021 • 38 minutes, 19 seconds
It's All Gone Pete Gong!
Calvin’s got a gong! Greg’s got one too and keeps it in a cupboard with a glove. Also, Becky eats sticky foods IN THE BATH! Our lockdown couple, Lauren and Nigel, have a new addition to the family and Why do parents think it’s ok to be so rude to us?
3/17/2021 • 31 minutes, 14 seconds
I Am The Walrus!
A Walrus fell asleep on an iceberg and listener Leigh fell asleep on a train. Leigh was dressed as a beer bottle, the walrus was not. An Unpopular Opinion about Sir David Attenborough sends Greg into a rage and Ali Plumb’s been chatting to the very famous Daniel Kaluuya.
3/16/2021 • 34 minutes, 15 seconds
Flintoff Did What??
Emily has never met her work colleagues and a quick game of Taller Or Smaller? reveals that she might well be looking down on them when they finally meet. Also, Oi Oi! Gregg Wallace is back on the box, the Where’s Wally of Radio 1 puts us to the test with a new nom de plume and - is there beef developing between Greg and cricketing legend Freddie Flintoff?
3/15/2021 • 38 minutes, 47 seconds
The Lolathon Rolls On
Highlights of the last few hours of Scott & Chris’s amazing Lolathon, featuring guest appearances by Holly Willoughby, Joe Lycette and our very own, Ava.
3/12/2021 • 34 minutes, 3 seconds
The Lolathon Launch
Charlie Hedges and Ace become judges in the search for Radio 1’s funniest listener, the quiz gets berry chaotic and Scott and Chris along with KSI are here to kick off their 24hr Lolathon.
3/11/2021 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 21 seconds
Singing Dogs & Meteors
A choir of singing dogs greet judges Nick Jonas and Anne-Marie on the search for Radio 1’s funniest listener, Shawn Moondez is back with some fascinating meteor news and Ali Plumb’s been chatting to Spiderman himself Tom Holland.
3/10/2021 • 35 minutes, 33 seconds
Haim & The Radio 1 Monster
Haim are today’s judges in our search for Radio 1’s funniest listener and Spanner treats them to a live, on air milking. Also, we create a Radio 1 monster from listeners with “body part” names and Helen (due to lockdown) has never met her work colleagues. So Greg plays a game of Taller or Smaller with them.
3/9/2021 • 35 minutes, 17 seconds
Why Hello Kermit!
It’s Lolathon week and Ainsley Harriott (off of TV chef) and Nicola Coughlan (off of Derry Girls) make an unlikely pairing as they become judges in our search for Radio 1’s funniest listener. Also, listener Ava is back with some back to school jokes for us and Everyone’s Rubbish features Rap music during Mass!! What?
3/8/2021 • 30 minutes, 47 seconds
Lolathon Launch
Scott Mills and Chris Stark tell everyone what’s in store for a week of lols, our Yesterday’s Quiz team return and Lorraine’s been up to her old tricks again!
3/5/2021 • 24 minutes, 42 seconds
Tons of Nuggets
How many chicken nuggets would it take to fill a car? We call in the experts. Also,more talking dogs in Animal News and soggy bisuits come under fire in Unpopular Opinion.
3/4/2021 • 32 minutes, 24 seconds
The Princess of Quails Joined Us
Amy bought some newly hatched quails, cos lockdown and why not! Georgia wondered if other families shared bath water and Greg pondered on changing his name (John Legend style) to Greg Scorpio.
3/3/2021 • 27 minutes, 2 seconds
Vikings and Dogs on Hoverboards
Has lockdown made you a tad nosier? What have you seen over the neighbour's fence? Also, Grimmy joins us for Top of the Shops and listener Tom has a theory on Sir David Attenborough's favourite TV show.
3/2/2021 • 47 minutes, 14 seconds
Something Fishy Is Going On
The Annie Mac household its own murder mystery, it’s been three years since Greg's Pedal To The Peaks challenge and Where are the clowns in Piccadilly Circus? Arielle Free joins us for Fact Controller.
3/1/2021 • 35 minutes, 58 seconds
What's That Noise?
The BBC has some nice relaxing soundscapes for you to relax to – UNTIL GREG COMES ALONG and sneaks in a quick Christmas Magpie. Also we are joined by our very competitive quiz team and listener Lisa plays a round of Wrong-Uns.
2/26/2021 • 22 minutes, 35 seconds
100% Chance Of A Fail!
Weatherm’n Matt Taylor clears up a Tik Tok misunderstanding, more of your crazy lockdown purchases including Sam who bought a tent – BUT LIVES ON THE SECOND FLOOR!!! Plus, one of the show’s favourite listeners Evie is back to open a door on the Sadvent Calendar.
2/25/2021 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
On Dodgy Ground
Listener Michael made a monumental blunder with SOMEONE’S ASHES!! Hear all about it in Everyone’s Rubbish. Also, There are two approaches to lockdown fashion A: No new clothes since March 2020 or B: New clothes every week because there’s NOTHING else to do! Which one are you?
2/24/2021 • 36 minutes, 21 seconds
The Queen Looks Better In Red
What makes second class post slower? If we pimp-up our envelope does it get preferential treatment? Postie Pete has the answers. Also, Sadvent Calendar remembers Shauna Paul and Scott Mils and Chris Stark bring a special announcement.
2/23/2021 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
Is Your Pee Particularly Orange?
Ant & Dec play a quick game of Top Of The Shops and give us some behind the scenes info on Jordan North’s I’m A Celeb appearance. Rob plays WrongUns and Gail plays the quiz from the comfort of her en suite toilet.
2/19/2021 • 32 minutes, 38 seconds
Put it Down To Wipe!
Harvey is back on the show with a toilet related Ask The Nation, George the Paramedic has been counting how many people whip their tops off, and James the Digger re-opens The Sadvent Calendar.
2/18/2021 • 25 minutes, 54 seconds
“I Am Not A Stooge!”
Listener Nick’s girlfriend doesn’t believe the show is real so our manure man puts her straight. Also a vaccination call makes Greg sweat, machines in the home that seem to have a mind of their own and a nice big bowl of gruel for Ali Plumb- can you guess what he’s watching?
2/17/2021 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
Dick Van Dyke Eating Brown Sauce On A DJ Set
Five of your favourite Radio 1 DJ’s play Unpopular Opinion, but which one finds Dick Van Dyke hot? Also, we hear the result of Mrs. Jeffries school project of counting the legs in London Zoo, Listener Meg makes a blunder in a job interview on Zoom and Ali’s “Plumathlon” continues.
2/16/2021 • 36 minutes, 4 seconds
A Plumb Marathon
Radio 1’s movie man Ali Plumb is set a massive challenge by Greg, Ruth reveals her boyfriend’s reaction when presented with some live chickens and we get an update on the Lost Christmas Bear and its wonderful owner Taylor.
2/15/2021 • 28 minutes, 16 seconds
Chicken Surprise
Listener Ruth has a strange Valentine’s gift for her Beau, Four Brickies & a Nurse are back for the final day of the quiz and footballing legend Alex Scott is here with info on a very important new website.
2/12/2021 • 27 minutes, 1 second
Loadsa Legs & Baffling Nuts
How many legs are in London Zoo? Harvey gets caught – while sat on the loo and the Nut Nuts Nut slogan causes quite a to-do!
2/11/2021 • 27 minutes, 19 seconds
Blah Blah Blah Woof!
Greg finds a dog that doesn’t tolerate waffle, Emily’s family always end their conversations on a high note (but is it just them?) and did Lottie AKA Hannah get the proposal she was looking for?
2/10/2021 • 24 minutes, 47 seconds
Greg Turns The Other Cheek!
Reece Parkinson joins us for Fact Controller where we learn that Plus, we hear your ideas for a romantic lockdown Valentines evening and of a duck fashion show in Animal News.
2/9/2021 • 31 minutes, 11 seconds
You Have No Authority Here Garlic Breath!
Greg speaks to the guy responsible for the amazing “Weaver” meme, we hear more lame reasons why you may have been dumped, and some listeners try their best to make Charlie Hedges laugh.
2/8/2021 • 36 minutes, 19 seconds
Bye Bye Mother!
Is it ever ok to block your family on Instagram? Romesh Ranganathan Asks The Nation. Also, did you get dumped for something ridiculous at school? Daisy May Cooper did and what’s with Gary Neville and the Dua Lipa impressions?
2/4/2021 • 32 minutes, 31 seconds
A Hug - Live!
As the UK looks to The Isle of Man with envious eyes, we find someone to leave the pub for 5 minutes and give someone a hug (remember them? It's where you meet someone you like and you put your arms around them and they put their arms around you and it's all nice 'n that). Also, another game of Big Shop Boughty (or whatever it's called) and listener Katy has a weird way of remembering songs.
2/3/2021 • 28 minutes, 9 seconds
Too Fat To Fly
Fat parrots, goats on Zoom, a mating fox in front of the boss and grumpy continuity announcers – here we go again!
2/2/2021 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Mashed Potato Sandwiches and Pyjamas
Unpopular Opinion brings up its usual array of random likes and dislikes, a classic case of a presenter with the giggles from 3 Counties Radio and another blooper from our very own Roisin brings joy to Greg and Clara.
2/1/2021 • 23 minutes, 54 seconds
Good Morning Mr. Boneman!
Rag N Bone Man and Greg crash a school music lesson for a good old singalong, Jordan North may have made his biggest blunder yet and listener Kelly plays a round of WrongUns.
1/29/2021 • 31 minutes, 56 seconds
Smashing Eggshells & The Wrong Socks
A strange eggy superstition pops up in Is It Just Us? Greg has made a blunder with the sock order for Leo and following the famous Roisin-mask incident we bring our top 5 Hastie Moments.
1/28/2021 • 27 minutes, 30 seconds
The BIG Shop Boughty
Have you been the No.1 buyer of a product from your local store? If so, you could be a contender in Greg’s brand new quiz. Also, a special Animal News with BBC Lincolnshire’s Alex Rhodes and a very awkward deleted WhatsApp message from listener Steph – but…was it deleted too late?
1/27/2021 • 33 minutes, 6 seconds
No New Dawn, No New Day, No New Life!
Listener Vicky wants Michael Buble banned, which leads to a strange revelation from Greg, Annabel’s missing a policeman mannequin and Emma gets surprise vaccination call.
1/26/2021 • 36 minutes, 9 seconds
“I Switched Radio 1 Off”
Arielle Free joins us for Everyone’s Rubbish with a tale of an early broadcast blunder. Also, various celebs have been enjoying the snow, the Christmas Trees are still up and Bernie Sanders has got his mittens.
1/25/2021 • 29 minutes, 8 seconds
Yesterday’s Quiz – The Final
The Four Wurzels & The Accountant are back for the Quiz and it’ Kieron’s turn to account for himself, they also stick around to give their verdict on the new Royal Blood song and school teacher Lizzy plays Wrong-Uns.
1/22/2021 • 21 minutes, 24 seconds
Olly Alexander & Lydia West
Stars of brilliant TV show It’s A Sin are here to play What’s My Age Again? Roisin’s dad has been rumbled eating all the Pepperamis and listener Gareth’s family call their dad Trev when his name is Kev , is it just them?
1/21/2021 • 37 minutes, 1 second
Major Dog To Ground Control
Serious stuff today! As Joe Biden is inaugurated into The Whitehouse we do what any professional broadcasters should do – find a dog to sing to him. Also, Ask The Nation deals with the issue of deleted messages in WhatsApp and listener Ruth is surprised by another Vaccination call.
1/20/2021 • 26 minutes, 7 seconds
Park & Ride - What?
Well, hop into town on a horse! – it’s Fact Controller time. Plus Greg catches up with ICU nurse Nicole, Sea Shanty expert Lew and (due to too many dropped cakes) launches a campaign to get step ladders on Junior Bake Off.
1/19/2021 • 34 minutes, 5 seconds
Anchors Aweigh Boys!
The Sea Shantys are taking over and we find a Cornish expert, socks and cola come under fire in Unpopular Opinion, and find out what happened when Roisin’s dog got to meet Alan The Robot Hoover for the first time.
1/18/2021 • 33 minutes, 12 seconds
Mary, Jordan and Plumb
Cardiff's favourite Gran, Mary gets a surprise call, we enjoy a good 'ol game of Wrong-Uns, Greg wonders if Jordan North eats gravy on toast and Ali Plumb has been chatting to Jamie Foxx (of all people)
1/15/2021 • 25 minutes, 7 seconds
Pitbull or Shakespeare?
Katie Thistleton does a mean Shakespeare so Greg devises a new game for her. Also, someone has nicked Animal News and bagels or grey goose? What are those Bicep lyrics?
1/14/2021 • 33 minutes, 14 seconds
The Clean Sheet Boogie
Andrew does something weird when making the bed, Steve has never “been for a walk”, Caitlin has a lizard based Tinder bio and Nicole, an ICU nurse, gives s a very frank account of what it’s like for her at work at the moment and urges listeners to stay at home.
1/13/2021 • 33 minutes, 56 seconds
Wronguns & The £100 Donut!
Greg remembers playing Wronguns with Kate Winslet so decides to give the ols quiz another outing and Reece Parkinson is on for Everyone’s Rubbish and we hear about a very expensive Donut.
1/12/2021 • 33 minutes, 32 seconds
Listen up y'all!
We track down the farting schoolteacher from Kansas, find our new favourite Grandma in Cardiff and Shane Codd joins us for some Animal News (of course).
1/11/2021 • 28 minutes, 43 seconds
Sir David and The Elephant
Sir David Attenborough joins us and speaks to young listener Harry about the first time he was charged by an elephant. Also the Yesterday’s Quiz team are back to share some of their favourite moments from the week and after watching Pooch Perfect Greg decides to gather in your best dog-puns. That’s all in today’s dogcast!
1/8/2021 • 37 minutes, 13 seconds
The Great British Screamalong
How many banoffees in a pie? It’s Fact Controller time! Plus, Annie Mac & Grimmy unwittingly give Greg another crazy idea and we try to find the answer to the most important question of all, in these strange times. How would a Bull Terrier wear skis?
1/7/2021 • 30 minutes, 17 seconds
Arthur the Bear, Billy the Cat & A Sassy Shoebill Stork?
Taylor gives us an update on our lost bear, Zack’s cat has become a postie and a great game of What Is That? gets you all baffled.
1/6/2021 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Trees, Pigs and Puddings
Should we leave our Christmas Trees up a little longer, cos covid ‘n that? Who’s been left with the school guinea pig? Who’s been dancing around with a flaming pudding? All the answers will be found on this super duper, luvvly jubbly poddy pod.
1/5/2021 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds
2021 –The Year To Get Serious...
Not! ..Silly soundtrack covers, a Downing Street cat amongst the pigeons, a fly swallowing news reader and a huge fart during a kids class - yes, we’re back!
1/4/2021 • 32 minutes, 15 seconds
Arthur Finds A Home For Christmas
It’s our final podcast of the year and our Christmas bear finally finds a home with a very special listener, Teen Hero Will gets a surprise call from a Rugby legend, and we pay a sad farewell to some of our Radio 1 colleagues.
12/17/2020 • 39 minutes, 9 seconds
Alfie Templeman sings for Vienna
13 year-old Vienna, is today’s Teen Hero and Greg surprises her with all sorts of goodies. Also, more examples of Britain’s new catchphrase - “Socially Distanced Of Course” a look back at Chris Martin’s Christmas Bleak Morning from last year and who on earth is Todger Strunk?
12/16/2020 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Ant & Dec Surprise A Teen Hero
Wonderful Sasha is our Teen Hero for today so Greg springs a surprise on her. Plus, an update on the lost bear and a look back at Stormzy’s expert reading of The Night Before Christmas.
12/15/2020 • 34 minutes, 49 seconds
Professor Brian Cox Surprises A Teen Hero
Superfan of all things in the sky, Brian, helps Teen Hero Leon compile his Christmas quiz and the Merry Christmas magpie makes his annual return.
12/14/2020 • 38 minutes, 52 seconds
D Double E’s Fresh & Clean For 2020
Last year, D Double E crammed an incredible review of the year into his track ‘Fresh N Clean’. Now he’s back for 2020. Also – who will be crowned Hottest Parrot Of The Year ? and Roisin Haistie’s dad has a weird family tradition.
12/10/2020 • 36 minutes, 59 seconds
Put The Flaming Thing Down!
Jeremy calls with a very Christmassy “Is It Just Us?” question, the lost bear Arthur is still looking for his owner and Scott Mills & Chris Stark pay a visit to talk about their emotional ‘Letters To My 10 Year Old Self’
12/9/2020 • 39 minutes, 36 seconds
Yungblud - What’s My Age Again?
Yungblud joins us to play around with some ‘old things’, vaccine news brings up an old familiar name and could we have found The Lego King, right here in the Newsbeat Office?
12/8/2020 • 35 minutes, 15 seconds
Jordan’s Back! What A Happy Place
Jordan North is back on Radio 1 for the first time since I’m A Celebrity with plenty of behind the scenes gossip. Plus, Animal News brings a story of a giraffe on a boat and listener Ryan has realised that now he is a fully grown adult - he doesn’t need to ask permission to buy Lego. Yippee
12/7/2020 • 43 minutes, 57 seconds
Cute Snails & Cow's Milk
Greg's favourite callers from the past year join us for Unpopular Opinion, we hear some of your fake stories to explain some of your weirder tattoos and our mission to get a lost bear reunited with its owner heats up, as we find a hidden label on the bear's bun!
12/3/2020 • 25 minutes, 50 seconds
Bear Home For Christmas
We have a breakthrough in our efforts to reunite a lost teddy bear found on the M4, Listener Ell has an idea to get a 2020 remix from D Double E? and listener Rebecca, was on the first ever episode of Naked Attraction but what was her audio description like?
12/2/2020 • 34 minutes, 5 seconds
Bum Angels & Parsnips
Listener Shannon Asks The Nation what should go on top of her tree, Brad has found a stray bear he want's to reunite with its owner (it looks like an Arthur ) and Joe Wickes is here with a big announcement.
12/1/2020 • 38 minutes
Lara Croft In Da House!
Rupert got in touch to ask ‘is it just us’ who hide a mini Lara Croft figurine across the house…? Also, we learn a few things about the beautiful Lake District courtesy of Taylor Swift and 1Xtra’s Reece Parkinson was laughed off dating apps this week – he tells Greg why.
11/30/2020 • 34 minutes, 43 seconds
The Lockdown Awards 2020
It has been the most bonkers year we may ever see and we celebrate the wonderful moments that have got us through. Quirky quizzes, sassy kids, AWOL animals, wacky remixes, Zoom fails and sporting hiccups. We celebrate them all in The 2020 Lockdown Awards and hope that there will NOT be a 2021 Lockdown Awards.
11/26/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 47 seconds
Look Out! Chaps
Geoff from Cardiff provides us with more Naked Attraction audio descriptions and - Is it too early to start playing Christmas songs on Radio 1? Listener Hannah Asks The Nation.
11/25/2020 • 33 minutes, 21 seconds
Animal Crackers!
Arielle Free joins us for Everyone’s Rubbish featuring Glenn who mistook a swan for a pillowcase…(yes you heard correct) and singer Jade Bird joins us for Animal News (of course) with tales of monkeys tickling the ivories (as they do).
11/24/2020 • 29 minutes, 55 seconds
The $1000 Challenge!
Richard Osman joins us for Fact Controller, and did you know that Bake Off is called ‘The Great British Baking Show’ in America? We hear some of your ideas of what other British shows may be called over the pond.
11/23/2020 • 39 minutes, 10 seconds
Georgia Spills The Beans
Georgia comes on, to reveal a 10 year old secret that she’s been keeping from her innocent mum, Katie becomes our new spokesperson for audio descriptions on the TV and Carlo & The Cappuccino Swirl Girls’ chase a world record in Yesterday’s Quiz.
11/19/2020 • 33 minutes, 34 seconds
Kano, Dribble & Grub!
Hattie knows a dog that loves Kano, Harrison has a weird tradition and Scott & Chris are exposed to lady gardens and junk! Just another day in Breakfast Show land.
11/18/2020 • 35 minutes, 4 seconds
Herbie The Singing Dog
Greg speaks to listener Liz’s dog Herbie who loves singing along to Clean Bandit, cold turkey and decorations come under fire in Unpopular Opinion and did Jordan North drop his friend in it on I’m A Celeb last night?
11/17/2020 • 31 minutes, 39 seconds
Robot Wolves and Shiny Heads
Mr Fox and Mr Badger co-host Animal News which features some disturbing Japanese robot wolves, Greg collects your stories of very reflective bald heads and looks back at Jordan North’s debut on I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here!
11/16/2020 • 35 minutes
What’s My Age Again, with Alex Scott
Greg and Alex try and guess the age of Julia, we have an official apology for Corona and can you gauge the quality of an event by the sandwiches it provides?
11/12/2020 • 28 minutes, 14 seconds
David Yoghurt One Year On
On the anniversary of David Yoghurt’s clean lidder, Listener Steph brings a yoghurt dilemma to Ask The Nation. Also, Lewis Capaldi slid into Greg’s DMs last night to give him an update on his haemorrhoids, and Yesterday’s Quiz team ‘Drunk Animals’ chase a world record.
11/11/2020 • 31 minutes, 43 seconds
Hidden In The Cheese
Chris Stark joins us for a cheesy tale in Everyone’s Rubbish! Greg has a Fascination for The Vaccination and another beastly named listener co-hosts Animal News.
11/10/2020 • 35 minutes, 24 seconds
Why Helloooooo Jill Biden!
What a weird weekend aye? New President and his wife, Jordan in "The Castle, Lady Clarmalade on Strictly and a family that uses an odd sneezing's greeting.
11/9/2020 • 41 minutes, 22 seconds
Banana Sandwiches & Crumpets!
Various snacks are scrutinised in Unpopular Opinion, Animal News brings an update on Baffle The Badger and a question on Pointless makes Greg nervous.
11/5/2020 • 25 minutes, 13 seconds
Live from the White House
Greg is joined live by Trevor & Liz; correspondents from The White House… Well, “A white house”. Also, Tan France calls from America to answer a question about spiders and monocles and listener Laura has got it in for Scouting For Girls.
11/4/2020 • 34 minutes, 34 seconds
Emily Atack, Yungblud and A Whale Of A Tale.
Emily Atack joins us for Fact Controller and gives us an amazing impersonation of The GC. Plus, Yungblud’s been doing things that only oldies do, so Greg devises a new game for him and following the news about a train driver who was saved by a whale sculpture – the puns start rolling in.
11/3/2020 • 34 minutes, 16 seconds
The Queen of 80,000 Bees
Beyoncé reveals that she's literally Queen Bee so we talk to some real Bee-keepers to substantiate her claims. Plus, Ask The Nation brings a dilemma about an afternoon nap and as Mariah Carey desperately tries to kick off the festive season, Greg eases in gently with the Merry Christmas Magpie.
11/2/2020 • 29 minutes, 44 seconds
Do Goalkeepers Have Lard on Their Gloves?
Today we start with a man tonguing a fox, Greg uncovers some football conspiracies, we hear Clara's mic audio from her Strictly dance and who's your life's work dedicated to?
10/29/2020 • 37 minutes, 30 seconds
Dame Judi Dench in Licence to Gill
Greg's found a missed opportunity with a Dame Judi Dench story and Vick Hope joins in for Everyone's Rubbish. Plus Ali Plumb with Anne Hathaway and we hear Strictly with no music
10/28/2020 • 30 minutes, 55 seconds
Will there be a waterpark on the Moon?
Shawn Moondes is back on with more moon news, Greg finds out who throws eggs over their house in is it just us and is Emily Maitlis Radio 1's new party pooper?
10/27/2020 • 28 minutes, 29 seconds
The Kettle Test
Going out for a drink with your household? Greg's got a quiz to get you in the pub. Plus animal news with Christina Finch and Clara lets slip the Strictly celeb group chat.
10/26/2020 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Dolphins Are The *$%&** Of The Sea!
Potty-mouthed marine biologist Sascha, confirms listener Duncan’s suspicions about Dolphins, ‘Shawn Moondez’ tries to speculate on what NASA’s big announcement might be and predictions come in for how Clara will get on during her first live dance on
Strictly Come Dancing.
10/22/2020 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
Beaten By The Bell
Philip Schofield caused quite a stir yesterday when his doorbell rang while he was on the radio, but do any of our listeners have better doorbells than Phillip? Of course they do! Also, Charlie Hedges joins The Fact Controller to dispel myths about chicken eggs and teeth and nappies are among the strange things mums hoard.
10/21/2020 • 34 minutes
Dolphins Are Evil!!
Unpopular Opinion is back and Calvin Harris comes under the cosh, Greg wonders what shows might be better “on ice” and we have an experiment for listener Gemma, who’s on her daily run around Bournemouth Beach.
10/20/2020 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
So Many Questions
How would Thomas The Tank Engine play a saxophone? Is it weird to warm your plates before eating dinner? Has Chris Witty has received his clicker? How did Clara get on in Strictly? Why is Matt Edmondson singing to his dog? All (well nearly all) will be answered.
10/19/2020 • 37 minutes, 19 seconds
Romesh Ranganathan, Susie Dent & John Lennon
Top comedian Romesh joins us for Everyone's Rubbish including a special confession by word expert Susie Dent. Plus, one of the fab four plays Yesterday's Quiz and Arielle Free has stepped into Christmas - BIGTIME!
10/15/2020 • 36 minutes, 55 seconds
Shawn Moondez & The Cheese Theory
Shawn Mendez was supposed to be on the show but was nowhere to be found. Not to worry - our faithful listeners pull out all the stops to bring fun and merriment including, an expert telling us what cheese the moon might be made of, and we hear from Messrs Stiff, Rice and Curry.
10/14/2020 • 29 minutes, 59 seconds
A Hoover Called Daphne
Piano-playing dogs and penguins are discussed in Animal News , listener Naomi names household objects after people and following Chris Whitty’s troubles getting the right Powerpoint slides up during his coronavirus briefing yesterday, Greg (with the help of DJ Caspar) decides to make a “Whitty Slide” remix.
10/13/2020 • 34 minutes, 14 seconds
Calling Dr. Johnny Bananas
Charlie Hedges is put to the test to see if she can tell the difference between real or fake doctor names, Josh and his friends are back to play another round of the 7 to 6 game and a clip of Jeff Bezos evil laughing at a tech conference, slightly disturbs Greg.
10/12/2020 • 36 minutes, 54 seconds
Pretty Fly for a White House Guy!
Greg discusses the fly that landed on Mike Pence’s head. Seems like a good time to get some puns from the listeners. Also, the Royal Pencil saga continues and in the lead up to the launch of Radio 1 Dance on BBC Sounds, Annie Mac mixes up three of listener Matt’s favourite songs.
10/8/2020 • 21 minutes, 56 seconds
Is it Just Us?
Some families have very unique habits…OR ARE THEY?? Also, some rappers are without their crappers and Spanner the farmer takes his milk straight from the cow.
10/7/2020 • 30 minutes, 34 seconds
Fogle, Haddock & Mylo
Ben Fogle calls the ‘Fogle Alert!’ family from the top of a mountain in the Cairngorms, a special “fishy” guest joins us for Animal News and listener Jason’s dog Milo, wants another song put in the R1 Breakfast bin.
10/6/2020 • 33 minutes, 29 seconds
Lardy Gloves & Birthday Suits
Greg has a conspiracy theory about football so 5 Live’s Juliette Ferrington is brought in to investigate. Also, Nadia Jae joins Greg and Roisin to debunk myths about birthday suits in Fact Controller and we hear more of your more weird family traditions.
10/5/2020 • 43 minutes, 2 seconds
Harry Potter & The Fogle Society
We hear some very weird family traditions, from screaming at cakes to drinking to Ben Fogle. Also, King of Everyone's Rubbish, Jordan North calls from a posh phone, Rhys James gives us the results of his experiment and we have a new game of "What Is That?"
10/1/2020 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Who’s a *^%@$+! Boy Then?
Swearing Parrots catch Greg’s attention, Ask The Nation has a bath time dilemma and where are the best and the worst places you could bump into the ever loud, Yungblud?
9/30/2020 • 29 minutes, 17 seconds
Special Guest - A Real Life Dolphin!
Animal news brings a very special guest, Sir David Attenborough is questioned by the wee ones and we find out some of the weirdest ways your parents have tried to capture their favourite TV moments.
9/29/2020 • 30 minutes, 11 seconds
A Sausage Dog Called Slinky
Slinky the Dog hates a particular song so his owner Charlotte appeals to Greg for it to be banished from The Breakfast Show playlist. Also, some poor students stuck in lockdown at Manchester Met take the reins on the Ten Minute Take Over and we catch up with Emilia who has been looking after the Royal Pencil.
9/28/2020 • 41 minutes, 18 seconds
The Silver Fox Decides
Stef and her 6 mates play a game of Name The Silver Fox to decide which 7th mate should be ditched for Boris’ Rule Of 7 and Greg is excited by the discovery of a cheese vending machine.
9/24/2020 • 28 minutes, 13 seconds
Everyone’s Rubbish with Toddla T
Greg noticed a belly rumble during the PM’s speech but listener Cally reveals an even more embarrassing situation. Plus, Toddla helps out by rapping peoples rubbish moments and a pro wrestler plays yesterday’s quiz.
9/23/2020 • 42 minutes, 4 seconds
Tan & Susi To The Rescue
How many gloves should an octopus wear? It's a tricky one - so Tan France comes to the rescue again. Also, Queen of Words Susi Dent clears up a grammatical crisis and a self driving horse turns up in Latest Things
9/22/2020 • 30 minutes, 55 seconds
Alpaca The Net!
Alligators and Alpacas feature in Animal News, Dobbie the house-elf and Lorraine Kelly come under fire in Unpopular Opinion and listener Chris has another song to go in the breakfast show bin.
9/21/2020 • 29 minutes, 13 seconds
Jelly Duo Boy & Soft Egg Man
Greg was often called "Morning Melt Man" by his local sandwich shop and it seems he's not the only one who's been allocated a funny nick-name. Also, listener Josh and his mates had planned a night out but there's seven of them!! Greg whittles them down to a Covid friendly six with a hilarious quiz.
9/17/2020 • 25 minutes, 25 seconds
Katherine Ryan, Canoes and Candles
Comedian Katherine is here to play What’s My Age Again? which inspires a hunt to see if any listeners are in a canoe… and canoe believe it? There are! Also, Lizzo joins the list of “Popstaars That Shouldn’t Cook” and a monkey taking selfies and a piano playing cat feature in Animal News.
9/16/2020 • 41 minutes, 4 seconds
How Do You Like Your Greg In The Morning?
The star of our latest TV advert Anneka is our special co-host for this podcast which includes: Get In The Bin – Listener Andy wants to ban a classic song, news on America’s Dancing With The Stars and a cringe moment when Ricky, Melvin, and Charley couldn’t guess their guest in ‘Out Of Sight, Out Of Mind’.
9/15/2020 • 26 minutes, 38 seconds
Curve Up, Curve Down or The Duck?
Ask The Nation deals with the issue of how to eat a Pringle, we finally track down the hound with most pronounced “Woof” (who’s called Phil BTW) and listener Emelia becomes the custodian of The Royal Pencil.
9/14/2020 • 31 minutes, 37 seconds
Eilish, Cows, Horses & Dogs
Billie Eilish joins Greg to chat about adopting her dog and buying horses, we find new songs to sing Boris’s new “Hands, Face, Space” slogan to and
the search for animals that sound like they pronounce their sounds continues with some cows and a dog that says hello.
9/10/2020 • 35 minutes, 12 seconds
Woof!
We get an update on our lockdown lovers Lauren and Nigel, are they still together after 6 months? Also, We find a dog that actually woofs and Greg gets a delivery from a pop star.
9/9/2020 • 23 minutes, 39 seconds
Dedicated to Bopper the Whopper
We learn the sad news that of one of the show’s favourite dogs, Bopper, has passed away, so we sing him a good (well sort of good) send off. Also, 1Xtra’s Snoochie Shy joins us for Fact Controller where we learn that loo seats not just for women and Listener Ava gives us some Royal Pencil jokes.
9/8/2020 • 33 minutes, 53 seconds
Buzz Buzz BANG
Greg tries to recreate the battle between a French man and a fly. Plus, more disasters in Everyone Is Rubbish and Addams Family theme, Bake Off music and Pencil Full Of Lead are among the songs that you just can’t get out of your heads.
9/7/2020 • 23 minutes, 47 seconds
Louis Theroux Unpopular Opinion
We find out that Louis Theroux actually likes lockdown, a Pingu-watching penguin pops up in Animal News and we catch up with Ava and "The Pencil".
9/3/2020 • 29 minutes, 31 seconds
A Big Strictly Announcement
Strictly is back and one of the new contestants is a very close friend of the show. Also, just when we thought we'd closed the giraffe / bow tie case another one opens up involving dogs and trousers, Ali plumb has been chatting to Masie Williams and Joe Lycett pranks Newsbeat's Roisin Hastie.
9/2/2020 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Here We Go Again!
As people all over the land blow the dust from the text books and polish up the school shoes we send star listener Ava, off to her new school with something very special in her pencil case. Also,Yesterday's quiz returns and the giraffes and bow ties debate is blown open once again.
9/1/2020 • 26 minutes, 28 seconds
2 Years And Counting
It's the show's 2nd anniversary so what better way to celebrate than hearing from our first ever guest Wallace the Lion. Also Joe Lycett is back with a wondeful new poem, Ella Eyre calls to spill the beans on Sigala's food delivery and Tan France settles the giraffe bow tie debate once and for all.
8/20/2020 • 33 minutes, 12 seconds
Higher Or Lower?
Greg can't quite make up his mind about how far up a giraffe should wear a bow tie - time to call in the experts. Also, buses, bananas and belly buttons are questioned in Fact Controller and we listen back to the first ever Unpopular Opinion.
8/19/2020 • 28 minutes, 15 seconds
Nasty Wasps & Noisy Sea Lions
Greg has a nasty Ross Kemp style encounter, Ask The Nation brings the most controversial question yet and forget your fancy cars - all you need to be the coolest prospect for love is a printer.
8/18/2020 • 26 minutes, 28 seconds
2, 3, 4, 5 BANG!
Greg loves a thunderstorm, but is counting the distance a thing? Also, cows are let loose and new kids invented in Everyon's Rubbish and we have a Funny Footballer alert.
8/17/2020 • 21 minutes, 34 seconds
Mouldy Quiche and Lots of Doggers
Greg invites listeners to share their stories from school, decides on what you can turn back for halfway into a journey, and reflects on things he never thought he'd miss. Plus, BBC weather presenter Carol Kirkwood has officially gained legendary status...
8/10/2020 • 20 minutes, 27 seconds
Flying Satsumas and Flapjacks
Amazing moments that happened to you in school, rogue smoke alarms and a farewell to Alice Levine who reveals a part of her body that changes with the temperature.
8/6/2020 • 29 minutes, 21 seconds
Sorry, Wrong House
More disasters as police and dogs are sent in the wrong directions in Everyone's Rubbish, Ali Plumb devises a new movie actors based game and what was going on here at the beeb yesterday? Every presenters worst nightmares were coming true.
8/5/2020 • 29 minutes, 28 seconds
MNEK & Joel Corry
Oh My Go, Oh My God - MNEK plays our game!
And he's brought a friend along - Joel Corry is his name!
Plus, news on a fox with a footwear fetish and Wasp Kemp - all the usual fun of the fair!
8/4/2020 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Unpopular Opinions From Around The World
Cold Lasagne and BTS are questioned in a global unpopular opinion, Greg develops a new game involving MNEK and challenges you to do a Gordon Ramsay impression without swearing.
8/3/2020 • 18 minutes, 43 seconds
Cow Eggs & Quarantips
As Dotty does her last show at 1Xtra Greg remembers some of her best moments on the show and we hear some "quarantips" and "quarantruths" - Sarah Michelle Gellar style.
7/30/2020 • 25 minutes, 1 second
The World Or Bust!
It's the final few hours in the effort to get a call from every country in the world to say Up Yours Corona! Will we succeed? Come on Djibouti, Uzbekestan and Mauritania...WHERE ARE YA??
7/29/2020 • 53 minutes, 23 seconds
Is Time Running Out?
Tense times as the "Up Yours Corona" effort reaches the penultimate day. But not to worry it's written in the sky - we can't fail.
7/28/2020 • 38 minutes, 17 seconds
Smell A Flute Corona!!
From Moldova to Mauritius and Sweden to Syria - calls from all around the world, telling Coronavirus to "Do One!" have been coming in fast and furious throughout the weekend. In this special extended podcast we bring the highlights of them all and (with the help of Scott Mills) Greg attempts to tick the whole of Europe off the list.
7/27/2020 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 49 seconds
From Bulgaria To Fiji
Anne-Marie chats about her new song - but did she record it without any trousers on?
7/23/2020 • 31 minutes, 4 seconds
A Global Idea
Greg runs with an idea to get an "Up Yours Corona" shout from EVERY country in the world. I know right? Has the man gone completely bonkers or what? He can't can he??? I mean, he's always been a bit of an ambitious chap but he may have gone a bit too far..then again, with the might of the Radio 1 listeners....mmm....maybe...then again WITHIN A WEEK!!! No he has gone bonkers.
7/22/2020 • 31 minutes, 19 seconds
Up Yours Corona!
People seem to like the feel of venting their frustration at Coronvirus, so we get some more callers on to shout from the rooftops. Also, more things you thought would be a problem for you (Bermuda Triangle maybe?) but never would be and an imprompu game of What's My Age Again with listener Emily...but how old is she?
7/21/2020 • 25 minutes, 48 seconds
Piranhas,Quicksand and Posted Ducks
Greg's back and the craziness resumes including: Things you believed would be perilous when you were young (but turned out to be nothing), the return of Shannon and her Fake News Game and how far do you have to walk - to fetch a fork?
7/20/2020 • 29 minutes, 53 seconds
2 Biscuits Please!
Greg has some more great examples of kids invading news bulletins, we imagine what Gregg Wallace might sound like on Love Island and Ali Plumb has been nerding out with Simon Pegg.
7/2/2020 • 31 minutes, 41 seconds
That's Not My Name!!
Have you ever called someone by the wrong name - continuously? Britain's best Henge comes under question in Unpopular Opinion and how many pop stars sing just like their dad?
7/1/2020 • 23 minutes, 25 seconds
The Great Wobbleathon 2020
Show favourite Ava reminds us that we are 100 days into lockdown - so we must celebrate right? What better way than a nationwide wibbly-wobbly man inflation. Also, listener Jane provides us with a "Gust Of Excitement" in Everyone's Rubbish and one of the Three Marketeers competes in Better Days Quiz.
6/30/2020 • 27 minutes, 36 seconds
A Dunkin' Dilemma
Ask The Nation settles a dispute between listener Sarah and her BF, we hear highlights of the Glastonbury that never was (including Clara chatting to a cow) and after seeing Matt Bellamy turning Muse songs into lullabies, Greg attempts to do the same to some other classics.
6/29/2020 • 26 minutes, 9 seconds
Warm Beers And Smelly Toilets
Glastonbury will be missed - but not all of it, we speak to listeners about the perks of not going this year. Also, Juliette Ferrington has got Cardboard Greg into another big match, Sadvent Calendar remembers some cricketing mis-haps and we hear about those times you've left an event, just before something amazing happens...Doh!
6/25/2020 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
Mascot For What? With Alex Scott
Footballing Legend Alex joins Greg for another of his wacky games, Ali Plumb has been chatting to Villanelle herself, Jodie Comer and an RSPCA rep settles the buttering cats issue once and for all.
6/24/2020 • 36 minutes, 54 seconds
Have You Buttered The Cat?
King Curtis, decoy gins and buttered cats - Here we go!!
6/23/2020 • 29 minutes, 20 seconds
A Load Of Old Bolney?
Cheese Louise is back with another game of Service Station Or Cheese? We Ask The Nation if it's ok to be mummy or daddy to your pets and Diego the tortoise is daddy of all daddies with over 800 children.
6/22/2020 • 29 minutes, 42 seconds
Does It Sink Or Does It Float?
Listener James provides the wacky quiz for today and provides a great theme tune too. Also, Dotty joins Greg and Roisin for some Fact Controller and 5 Live's Juliette Ferrington helps Greg get a seat at Man City.
6/18/2020 • 37 minutes, 32 seconds
How Many Fingers?
Listener Rhiannon has come up with the funniest quiz round yet involving all your favourite cartoon characters. Plus, following Marcus Rashford's acheivements this week, Greg asks - What have you acheived whilst wearing slippers? and (to celebrate the return to our screens of football) Reece Parkison is on to play a round of "Mascot To What?"
6/17/2020 • 31 minutes, 8 seconds
"Well, There Goes Some Egg Whites"
Listener Louise has come up with a great quiz round called "Pitbull lyrics or made up", Plumbers, Dental Nurses and Paramedics have disastrous days in Everyone's Rubbish and listener Matt needs some iseas of what to talk about as lockdown eases.
6/16/2020 • 26 minutes, 12 seconds
Through The hole, Over The Top or Hoik Up To The Left?
Ask The Nation brings an important question - Through the hole, over the top or hoik up to the left? Also, find out who Peep, Beep and Meep are in Animal News and Listener Louise tests Greg's knowledge of one of his great passions, in a quiz called Service Station or Cheese?
6/15/2020 • 33 minutes, 17 seconds
Socially Distancing Spiders
Fact Controller with Roisin and Sideman is back, as is Harry Redknapp's Story Time, Ava and Better Days Quiz! What's not to like?
6/11/2020 • 29 minutes, 10 seconds
More Great Escapes
We hear more of your creative ways to take a break from your families, the opener of today's Sadvent Calendar, Sophie, has the best job in the world and could Greg be attending a West Ham football match?
6/10/2020 • 31 minutes, 38 seconds
Loitering Within Tent
It seems camping in the garden or even buying hotel beds can make you feel like you are on holiday. Also, could a hundred thousand Ducks be making their way to Pakistan? and what on earth is Cardi B putting on her hair?
6/9/2020 • 32 minutes, 5 seconds
Fellowship Of The (Lost) Ring
Greg launches a nationwide search for a missing engagement ring, Ask The Nation has a noodle dilemma and listener Claire wonders where all the "clean-lidders" are from.
6/8/2020 • 34 minutes, 31 seconds
DCI Megan Investigates
Greg has a missed call from a BIG celeb so tries to call back...but will the celeb answer. Also, Detective Chief Inspector Megan's investigation into her mum's daily routine continues, a fox attends a picnic in Animal News and (as the BAFTA's launch their nominations) Greg presents some of his favourite TV moments to Rylan.
6/4/2020 • 28 minutes, 4 seconds
Prunes Not Prawns
Al Pacino and Tortoises are two of the subjects of confusion as Alice Levine joins Greg and Roisin for Fact Controller. Also, we take a trip to the show aviary in door 72 of the Sadvent Calendar and Greg gets very excited about some items he's been sent in the post.
6/3/2020 • 30 minutes, 44 seconds
Where's All That Water Coming From?
Stories of floods and mayhem in Everyone's Rubbish, show favourite Ava is back to open door 71 of the Sadvent Calendar and Greg designs a playlist designed for sheep shearer David, and it's not baaad!
6/2/2020 • 32 minutes, 10 seconds
You Like Smelling What??
Unpopular Opinion brings some more shocking revelations - especially from listener James, Door 70 of the Sadvent Calendar remembers a funny Radio 4 moment and hear what happened when Greg appeared on Saturday Kitchen.
6/1/2020 • 22 minutes, 43 seconds
All About The Birds!
Today's show seemed to be very bird heavy. Listener Kate revealed her dad feeds a pheasant called Phil, Sadvent Calendar remembers the Merry Christmas Magpie and to top it all off Ali Plumb appears and acts like a parrot! Also, Have you ever felt papped at your own doorstep - by a delivery driver?
5/28/2020 • 33 minutes, 59 seconds
So Many Questions!!
Who's Tom? Who's Jerry? Are pigeons spying on us? Why is there a giant kookaburra in the high street? What came first Orange or Oranges? What does that washing machine sound like? All these questions and more answered on this Radio 1 Breakfast show Best Bits Podcast!
5/27/2020 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
Flying Penguins, Walking Pigeons & Racing Sheep
Noisy Neighbours, Everyone's Rubbish, Sadvent Calendar and Alan Carr on a farm. Things that ensure The Radio 1 Breakfast Show remains as wacky as ever!
5/26/2020 • 26 minutes, 17 seconds
Greg James, Chris Martin & Barney The Dog
A special bonus podcast featuring the whole conversation with Coldplay front man Chris Martin. Hear him reminisce about the time Coldplay played at Big Weekend in Exeter, recall a poignant dream he had about his grandfather, his love for The 1975, how often he has a bath and he even has a chat with Barney the dog.
5/21/2020 • 12 minutes, 42 seconds
(Not So) Better Days
Better Days Quiz turns out to be a bit of disaster for poor contender Cassie, All The Latest Things reveals a cooking tip from Annie Mac and we recap all our favourite moments of the week.
5/21/2020 • 19 minutes, 56 seconds
Warning: Contains Baby Sharks
Arielle Free gives us a Kitchen Rave, Everyone's Rubbish reveals an embarrassing Zoom meeting, Simon from Biffy Clyro calls to chat about their upcoming Big Weekend performance and Ava is back once again for the Sadvent Calendar.
5/20/2020 • 39 minutes, 14 seconds
Panto's Are Rubbish (Oh No They're Not)!
Pantomimes and Yorkshire puds come under fire in Unpopular Opinion, yesterday's star of the podcast Ava is back to open a door on the Advent calenadar and we have a special playlist for listener Maria who is busy painting "pawtraits" of dogs.
5/19/2020 • 28 minutes, 6 seconds
Katy Perry Calls A Fan
Katy Perry surprises her No.1 fan, 8 year old Charlotte, penguins get a fun day out in Animal News and funny but, inventive, ways you've all been observing the 2 Meter rule.
5/18/2020 • 33 minutes, 46 seconds
Do Cars Have Eyes?
More evidence that even superstar DJ's are feeling the strain of being in lockdown as Friction tries to answer some of his son's strange questions. Also, find out what creature leaves cubic poos in Animal News and the Sadvent Calendar gets really cheesy.
5/14/2020 • 31 minutes, 28 seconds
It's All About You, Lisa!
Listener Lisa gets to see her new boyfriend Josh for the first time since lockdown and she is nervous. Also Danni has a great idea to improve lockdown TV. An idea that has her housemate Lucy laughing uncontrollably and Ali Plumb brings us some joy with clips of the biggest stars in Hollywood laughing uncotrollably too.
5/13/2020 • 33 minutes, 3 seconds
Ten Thousand Peters
Confusion reigns once more with the return of The Fact Controller and Sideman, Blue Peter's Lindsey Russell helps Greg make his own facemask and a listener's impersonation of Sean Paul comes up in the Sadvent Calendar.
5/12/2020 • 34 minutes, 8 seconds
Oxo, Oranges and Knobs!
Greg has seen the maddest thing ever on TV involving Cilla Black and an Orange, so we got Listener Georgia to experiment. Also, news on the annual Dorset Knob Eating Contest and strange things our mums have been up to.
5/11/2020 • 26 minutes, 10 seconds
Banana Bread Is Horrible
A very lockdown themed Unpopular Opinion, a catch up with lockdown lover Nigel and Ainsley's in The Sadvent window. Why Hellooo Jill!!
5/7/2020 • 25 minutes, 49 seconds
Young T, Bugsey & Anne-Marie
Greg chats to some of the stars of the coming Big Weekend, Aisling Bea is back to discuss Inside The Factory and listener Anne poses an important question to her best friend.
5/6/2020 • 46 minutes, 48 seconds
Follow That Car!!
Radio 1's film bod Ali calls in from Plumb Towers to talk about those lines that seem to be in every film but you'll never get to say. Also, Everyone's Rubbish reveals a disastrous plumbing job and Sadvent Calendar brings up a classic line from Cure front-man Robert Smith.
5/5/2020 • 26 minutes, 44 seconds
Aisling Bea & Grandma Baskin
Greg is excited to find out that Aisling is a fan of Inside The Factory, a sculpture of a tiger sparks a major incident so we speak to the perpetrator, and Danny Howard calls with a gripe.
5/4/2020 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
Dua Lipa Gives Her Verdict
Dua listens to Ben’s News remix of her song, but will she like it? Also, Helen gets to open door 38 in our Sadvent Calendar and All The Latest Things brings the new love of Jake Gyllenhaal’s life.
4/30/2020 • 20 minutes, 51 seconds
Gregg Wallace’s Wednesday Workout
Show favourite Gregg give us a workout mix as well as advice on what to do with your borlotti beans, Plus, Listener Sophie has her strange dream realised, more of the odd things bought online by mistake and we find out how Ben’s BBC News / Dua Lipa mash-up went down - on the actual news!!
4/29/2020 • 33 minutes, 24 seconds
The Weirdest Dream!
Listener Sophie has had the strangest dream where Matt Edmonson will never be seen in the same light again! Also, Fact Controller is back to help with confusion between Aitch and H, and..can anyone sing "Time Like These" as good as Simon Neil? We audition a few contenders.
4/28/2020 • 29 minutes, 56 seconds
Monks In The Jungle & A Talking Mummy
Sean Paul calls the show to chat about his part in the Live Lounge All-stars song, Greg launches a new feature – The Sadvent Calendar and are your dreams during lockdown getting weirder and weirder? That’s definitely the case with some of our listeners.
4/27/2020 • 30 minutes, 13 seconds
Ricky, Jack & Robyn
Jack Whitehall surprises a listener, Greg tries to rope in Ricky Gervais to the Bath Club, and Robyn has the perfect song to help us cope with isolation.
4/23/2020 • 31 minutes, 11 seconds
Ainsley's Quarantine Kitchen
Why hellooo podcasters! Ainsley Harriott gives some listeners advice on what to do with the contents of their fridge, Simon Neil from Biff Clyro calls with news of a Stay At Home Live Lounge and can yesterday's disastrous Better Days Quiz be beaten? (Probably).
4/22/2020 • 33 minutes, 27 seconds
Onions, Teeth and Spanners
Following a story about a 1 year old accidentally ordering a very expensive bag of onions, we hear stories of things you have ordered online by mistake. Also, Everyone's Rubbish reveals some disastrous blunders and it's listener Susie's birthday and she's all alone (sad face) but don't worry, a member of the public comes to the rescue.
4/21/2020 • 32 minutes, 58 seconds
Mable & Olive News!
Sports commentator Andrew Cotter explains how fame is affecting Mable & Olive – the competing Labradors, we catch up with our Lockdown Tinder date couple Nigel and Lauren and a listen back to rather disastrous Better Days Quiz.
4/20/2020 • 44 minutes, 19 seconds
Remember … The Fantastic Beasts?
A special podcast of fantastic beasts. Remember the great Middlesbaaah Sheep Dash? Or the time Eddie Redmayne visited and who was Joe Lycett’s mystery Live Lounge guest? And everyone’s favourite beast, Greg, is back on the show next week.
4/16/2020 • 31 minutes, 51 seconds
Remember … Lewis Capaldi’s Bleak Mornings?
Greg is still on his well-earned rest, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archive, like Lewis Capaldi singing your Bleak Mornings, Margot Robbie and Saoirse Ronan with the Fact Controller, Prue Leith’s reaction to Greg’s impression of her and Chris Pratt playing Unpopular Opinion.
4/15/2020 • 32 minutes, 10 seconds
Remember … Louis Theroux’s Cheese Piñata?
Greg is still on his well-earned rest, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archive, like The Newbridge Bum Tree, Jack Whitehall playing What’s My Age Again and Louis Theroux totally destroying a Piñata full of cheese.
4/14/2020 • 31 minutes, 28 seconds
Remember When…Sean Paul Was Here?
Greg is having a well-earned rest this week, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archive, like Jodie Whittaker playing What’s My Age Again, Greg’s mischievous Tweet to a supermarket, Lewis Capaldi’s awful Unpopular Opinion and Sean Paul, hater of blackbirds, judged Impossible Karaoke.
4/9/2020 • 36 minutes
Remember …The Big Hootenany?
Greg is having a well-earned rest this week, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archive, like Mumford & Sons creating songs from Radio 1 listeners’ bleak morning stories, Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish playing a hilarious round of Unpopular Opinion and the time the whole of the U.K beeped their horns to Fisher’s Losing It.
4/8/2020 • 26 minutes, 51 seconds
Remember… Beale Over Beckham & The Hotdog Debate?
Greg is having a well-earned rest this week, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archive, like a granny reading the Winky Wonky Donkey story, Chloë Grace Moretz trying to persuade Amber's mum to take her to Thorpe Park, Matty from The 1975 in Game Of Phones and a shocking revelation about David Beckham in Unpopular Opinion.
4/7/2020 • 24 minutes, 16 seconds
Remember When…A Gecko Called?
Greg is having a well-earned rest this week, so we thought we’d take this opportunity to hear some of the best bits from the archives, like Zara Larsson singing and playing Unpopular Opinion, an Ask the Nation about going for dinner with a bear, an amazing Harry Redknapp story and the time Greg got a gecko to call people.
4/6/2020 • 21 minutes, 33 seconds
Egg In Da Hole!!
The wonderful Gregg Wallace has stepped up to our request for a special cooking class, Jordan North is back learning more Korean phrases and the ANIMALS ARE RUNNING RIOT!! We hear all about it in Animal News.
4/2/2020 • 21 minutes, 26 seconds
Justin Timberlake & Anna Kendrick - Unpopular Opinion
Greg gets Justin and Anna singing along to the Unpopular Opinion theme – although Justin claims he “doesn’t do singing!” What?? Also, we get listener Lauren’s response to Nigel’s amazing revelation on yesterday’s show and Ali Plumb calls in with some great ideas of what to watch at home.
4/1/2020 • 29 minutes, 57 seconds
Rose Matafeo & A Big Confession
Comedian Rose Matafeo calls from her “Self iso” in New Zealand with advice to avoid mirrors at all cost, more couples are finding some strange things out about their partners in these strange times and who better to cheer us all up than Gregg Wooow Wallace cooking some beef bourguignon?
3/31/2020 • 32 minutes, 58 seconds
Welcome To Club Isolation!
We catch up with all the inventive ways you have been keeping yourself amused, including a family who had a pub crawl all around their house. Also, more stories of everyone being rubbish, a new twist on Yesterday’s Quiz and 여보세요! - We catch up with Jordan North-Korea.
3/30/2020 • 30 minutes, 37 seconds
Big Narstie & Reverend Kate
Big Narstie calls up some listeners using a myriad of crazy accents, TV's Reverend Kate Bottley helps out listener Sophie with a marriage problem and we hear from listeners in new relationships that have taken the plunge and have decided to isolate together.
3/26/2020 • 24 minutes, 34 seconds
Boss, North & Plumb
Joe Lycette (or should we say Hugo) calls to let us know how he’s coping in lockdown, Jordan North (or should we say North-Korea) is learning how to speak Korean BTS style, and Ali Plumb (or should we say ..err Ali Plumb) gives us the lowdown on all the wonderful stuff to watch on our screens.
3/25/2020 • 30 minutes, 33 seconds
Katherine Ryan Calls
Greg speaks to comedian Katherine Ryan who has some serious questions about the lockdown, more stories of “Everyone’s Rubbish” including a man inviting a prison break and a challenge is set to Radio 1’s very own Jordan North.
3/24/2020 • 22 minutes, 33 seconds
Giant lasagnes & Patrolling Lions
Fake news with Shannon and Fact Controller with Róisín and Sideman bring up the usual bizarre situations, Burnley V Watford is the latest RPS fixture and Radio 1’s money-saver turns life-saver as Matt Edmonson gives an important announcement.
3/23/2020 • 28 minutes, 55 seconds
Out A Shovel On It!
A story about a NASA machine on Mars inspires your stories of “silly ideas…that actually worked. Also, Romesh Ranganathan calls in from his tetchy, isolated home and the show’s favourite school teacher Mr. Burton offers words of encouragement to the nation’s students.
3/19/2020 • 28 minutes, 36 seconds
We Are Here To Help
When the world seems a bit crazy, we set out bring you some joy! What with flatulent Mayors, bored sports commentators, whacky pop stars and Jordan North. Bless them all.
3/18/2020 • 21 minutes, 40 seconds
Liverpool Vs Everton Is Back On!
Liverpool fan Linzi and Everton fan Tom decide the outcome of the Merseyside derby in an epic Rock, Paper, Scissors showdown. Greg celebrates all “The Kindest Things” and it seems a lot of you out there are still sometimes a bit rubbish, whether it be in a pizza parlour or a funeral parlour.
3/17/2020 • 22 minutes, 7 seconds
Turkey On My Knee
Fact Controller is back with a classic case of misheard lyrics, we catch up with Sport Relief hero Phil and Burnley fan Jordan North and Man City fan Kieran play Rock, Scissors, Stone to decide the winner of the weekend’s cancelled match.
3/16/2020 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Swerve the handshake!
Greg reckons it’s about time to get rid of the handshake so tries out a Jane Austin style, curtsy and a bow. It works! Plus, Phil The Hotstepper slowly makes his way up and down the BT Tower in London for Sport Relief.
3/12/2020 • 21 minutes, 18 seconds
I thought every school did this…
Owls, Eagles, Meerkats and Weddings, no wonder this country is weird when these things go on in our schools! Also, we won a TRIC Award, yay! But did Roisin, Róisín, Ainslee and Alan The Robot Hoover pick up the award as planned? Also, Our Sport Relief hero Phil continues his quest to climb Everest. Today he’s climbing the steps of The Orbit Tower in London’s Olympic Park.
3/11/2020 • 31 minutes, 33 seconds
Just Foaling Around!!
Animal News brings out many a horse pun, Alan The Robot Hoover is sent to a prestigious awards ceremony and footballing legend Alex Scott cheers on our Sport Relief hero Phil as he continues his ascent of Everest via the stairs.
3/10/2020 • 28 minutes, 14 seconds
Step To Everest – The Launch
Listener Phil becomes Radio 1’s Sport Relief Hero as he embarks on an amazing challenge, to climb Mount Everest, without having to leave his home!! Plus, more of your stories of being rubbish at work, including someone who accidentally made the world’s largest omelette and find out if Greg managed to smuggle The Royal Pencil on to Ant and Dec’s Saturday Night Takeaway.
3/9/2020 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Why Hellooo Liz!
We won an award don’t you know? And show favourite Ainsley did too - although a slightly bigger one! Greg speaks to him as he makes his way to The Palace. Also, schoolchildren all over the nation are washing their hands to the Unpopular Opinion theme (with new lyrics provided by listener Jules) and we hear more stories of you being a bit rubbish at your job.
3/5/2020 • 25 minutes, 37 seconds
Uh Oh!
Greg gets your stories of when you were a bit rubbish at your job, I mean even Bear Grylls messes up sometimes, right? Plus, Ask The Nation has a sock dilemma, we have another washing hands singalong and Ali Plumb has chat with Tom Holland.
3/4/2020 • 29 minutes, 15 seconds
Nowhere Else To Go Really!
Greg’s cab driver asked him an awkward question that he had no comeback to, so asked for your stories on “Questions that have ruined your day”. Also, there’s an update in the phantom greeting card scandal and we offer hand washing advice with the help of Ed Sheeran and Barack Obama.
3/3/2020 • 20 minutes, 6 seconds
Grandparents vs Tech
Greg gets your hilarious stories of Grandparents getting in a right kerfuffle with modern technology, like Hannah’s Nan who was held captive by her own TV! Plus, The greeting card mystery continues, a wall with a hole in it becomes famous in Ilkestone and Scott Mills brings all the excitement of Eurovision.
2/27/2020 • 33 minutes, 27 seconds
Mashed Potato & The Highland Gritters
Donald Trump’s former doctor has revealed that he used to hide cauliflower in the president’s mashed potato. This got Greg thinking – what’s the weirdest thing YOU’VE ever hidden in your mash? Also, Jordan North joins us for Fact Controller and Melton John, Gritter Thunberg and Saline Dion all appear in our list of favourite gritters.
2/26/2020 • 28 minutes, 37 seconds
A Goose On The Loose
Lots of Animal News today, including a flying miniature horse and a mad goose on a shopping spree! Also, another Ask The Nation dilemma that Tom from Blossoms helps to solve and an investigation is launched into a mysterious Engagement card.
2/25/2020 • 27 minutes, 48 seconds
Who’s Got Greg? The Analysis
Detective Peter Bleksley is here to answer some FAQs about the Who’s Got Greg? stunt and chat about how his investigation went. Greg speaks to Arielle Free about her “old Violin” voice and listener Oli reveals how he decoded the distorted voice of Alan Carr.
2/24/2020 • 30 minutes, 47 seconds
Who’s (still) Got Greg?
Strange phone messages, lost USB sticks and coded messages…Arielle Free and Jordan North, along with super detective Peter Blexley, gather more clues as to the whereabouts of our missing Breakfast Show presenter.
2/20/2020 • 41 minutes
Dirty Little No-Show
Chaos reigns on a hazy morning after The BRIT Awards – Greg James has failed to turn up for work. Adele Roberts, Arielle Free, Jordan North and Matt Edmondson do their best to work out what’s going on…
2/19/2020 • 14 minutes, 33 seconds
Stormzy, Monopoly, Badgers & Unicorns
Following Stormzy’s rant about bad Monopoly players we find some CHEATERS, here in the studio! A half term special of Unpopular Opinions reveals Libby’s contempt for Unicorns and we have an update on the Northampton Badger.
2/18/2020 • 26 minutes, 52 seconds
A Man Called Chicken & A Pizza Dilemma
A story of a man named Chicken prompts stories from those of you with unfortunate names, Ask The Nation produces a shock result and as The Masked Singer was unveiled Greg kicks himself for not guessing before.
2/17/2020 • 24 minutes, 9 seconds
Soggy Biscuits and Margot’s Rat
Ask The Nation brings a biscuit dilemma and Ali Plumb has been chatting to Margot Robbie about her pet rat-Rat. Plus Greg warns of potential proposal danger over the weekend and we try a new game called What’s That?
2/13/2020 • 22 minutes, 50 seconds
Drop Badger & The Reaper Of Death
A story about a badger falling into a pharmacy makes Greg’s day and 6 year old George, our dinosaur expert, is on with news of a new discovery. Oh, and cats, dogs, cheese and Spongebob all feature in Fact Controller with Kat Collins and Sideman.
2/12/2020 • 29 minutes, 9 seconds
Lloyd Griffith in the Phone Room
Comedian Lloyd Griffith takes calls about times you’ve ‘woken up to a surprise’ like listener Tom who woke up at Glastonbury with a very odd pillow. Also, Shannon is back to test Greg’s ability to sniff out fake news.
2/11/2020 • 24 minutes, 32 seconds
Blame It On The Wind…
Storm Ciara arrived over the weekend and left many a strange discovery in people’s gardens, everything from slow roasted chickens to a spare horse! Also, Adam from Wisconsin U.S of A, was our Oscars representative and came up with a great alternative to Unpopular Opinion, and… Was an opportunity missed when Sean Paul appeared on Love Island?
2/10/2020 • 27 minutes, 57 seconds
Err, Why On Earth Are We Here?
Times when you’ve gone into auto-pilot and ended up in completely the wrong place - even, as one listener told, re-plastered someone else’s ceiling. Also, Radio 1 movie bod, Ali Plumb, has been chatting to no other than Robert Downey Jnr. And Maya Jama joins us for some more Fact Controller.
2/6/2020 • 26 minutes, 55 seconds
A Penguin Called Primrose
It turns out that penguins can talk! Greg tries to find a penguin translator and ends up adopting one. Plus, Star of Man Like Mobeen, Guz Khan takes calls on failed responsibilities and listener Meg sings a Star Wars version of the Unpopular Opinion theme.
2/5/2020 • 36 minutes, 1 second
Stick With Me Kid, You'll Wear Diamonds!
We hear your stories of overpromising on a date, like Helen who was promised a romantic picnic, but instead ... well let's just say it was anything BUT romantic! Also, Tom from Blossoms sends in an Unpopular Opinion and (following Kim and Kanye’s interview about their HUGE house) Greg invites listener Shannon to do the same, and it turns out the she has TWO bathroom sinks! Somebody’s doing very well!!
2/4/2020 • 24 minutes, 44 seconds
Superb Owl Special
A selection of the nation’s favourite owls cheer up some listeners, Ask The Nation wraps up a wrap dilemma and we hear examples of when you tried your best to help a situation – but only made it worse.
2/3/2020 • 22 minutes, 9 seconds
Stormzy Unpopular Opinion
Stormzy gives us a new slant on the Unpopular Opinion theme tune, escaped leopards and fat owls make Animal News and listener Lorna spots a very young and trendy Greg on an old TV show.
1/30/2020 • 18 minutes, 47 seconds
Douf… Douf…Douf Douf Douf D Douf
To celebrate today’s Jan Slam prize (EastEnders set tour), record producer Richard brings in the ACTAUL douf douf machine used in the EastEnders theme. Then, to add to the complete madness and nonsense, we find the man who did the whistling bit at the end! Also, Greg tells his first football related joke ever (then gets very defensive about it) and Ali Plumb chats to movie star Dev Patel about his wedding dance moves.
1/29/2020 • 34 minutes, 33 seconds
Weird Families, Blushing Brides and Bleak Mornings
Following Roisin’s revelation, that her mum would throw a shoe at her for good luck, Greg asks for examples of how weird families can be. And yes…they can be VERY weird. Also, Shannon is back with another Fake News Challenge and after hearing about a disastrous day for a blushing bride Greg collects some more of your Bleak Mornings.
1/28/2020 • 26 minutes, 35 seconds
Radio 1’s Big Weekend Reveal
Listener Carys has the massive responsibility of revealing the location and the first 6 big acts to appear at Big Weekend 2020. Plus, we get an update on the Royal Pencil and Bombay Bicycle Club have an Unpopular opinion which leads Greg to reveal a very peculiar thing he does whilst on the toilet.
1/27/2020 • 22 minutes, 2 seconds
Queen Of Uniforms
Does Beyoncé’s new clothing range look like a supermarket uniform? Greg investigates and speaks to Queen of the Fast Food Chain Uniforms Abby. Plus, The Royal Pencil is sent on another outing and what’s listener Gary‘s beef with A Place In The Sun?
1/23/2020 • 24 minutes, 11 seconds
Bongs, Baps & Bad Ideas
Plenty of silliness on today’s podcast with more animal news, more bad ideas that came to you in a dream and Greg getting annoyed at a missed opportunity in a sausage bap promotion.
1/22/2020 • 23 minutes, 32 seconds
Zombie Paninis & A Royal Telling Off
Jayde Adams In The Radio 1 Phone Room, taking your calls about being told off by a stranger and ideas you had in your sleep that, in the morning, turned out to be complete rubbish.
1/21/2020 • 33 minutes, 14 seconds
Stop It! It’s Not Funny
A special co-host in today’s podcast, in the form of Pasty Sarah from “Pass The Pasty” fame. Plus, a windy noise at a snooker tournament prompts stories of mischief in the classroom - times when a teacher wants to laugh but has to remain professional and Arielle Free joins us for more Fact Controller.
1/20/2020 • 21 minutes, 39 seconds
R1 Breakfast with Mr. Morning Melt
Sex Education’s Emma Mackey and Ncuti Gatwa play What’s My Age Again? We have an update on The Royal Pencil and Greg has a new nick-name that he’s not entirely happy about.
1/16/2020 • 33 minutes, 19 seconds
Triple Gammon!
Following Billie Eilish’s double of Bond theme and Grammys appearance, Greg asks if anyone has had a triple? Al from Stratford upon Avon said ‘Triple gammon’! Plus an old Ask The Nation is revisited and a new one debates someone’s showering habits.
1/15/2020 • 27 minutes, 40 seconds
Phil Wang In The Radio 1 Phone Room
Comedian Phil Wang takes calls on the times when you’ve disgraced your family and Fireman Chan has a sad tale to tell. Greg also hears about time when windy weather is used as a good excuse and Shannon is back with Fake News. Is her story of Mitchell Bros. knees real?
1/14/2020 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Turn It Off!! Turn It Off!!
Many stories of when smart speakers let you down - times when a connected device creates some very embarrassing moments. Also, Greg investigates a police station’s address and we catch up with Roisin Hastie at the Love Island Villa in South Africa.
1/13/2020 • 22 minutes, 32 seconds
Things You Forgot To Tell Your Nan
On hearing the news about Prince Harry and Meghan, Greg asks about the things you forgot to tell your nan. Plus, we hear of the weird and funny ways you add a bit of drama to everyday mundane tasks and Greg gets his gong out for Annie Mac.
1/9/2020 • 18 minutes, 45 seconds
Sheerah, Nachos and Bond
Newcastle football icon Alan Shearer speaks to super fan ‘Sheerah’. We have another dilemma to Ask The Nation about sharing Nachos and Greg imagines how the Bond soundtrack by Hans Zimmer might sound.
1/8/2020 • 18 minutes, 52 seconds
A Love Island Insertion?
Greg has an idea to sneak the Royal Cabello pencil into the Love Island house and some of you are not happy. Also, listener Shannon is back with her Fake News game and we look back upon an awkward moment for Beyoncé and Jay Z
1/7/2020 • 22 minutes, 7 seconds
Why Hello, 2020!
We kick off the new year in a big way with a special guest presenter for the first podcast of the year, (said to be the most charismatic and good looking person since George Clooney!) Greg looks back at interesting and wonderfully weird moments that happened while he was off (including a man drinking a strange substance from 1840) and launches Radio 1’s Jan Slam with an amazing 007 prize.
1/6/2020 • 25 minutes, 59 seconds
The Quizmas Tree Of The Year!
Harry Styles takes on the role of Quiz Master as Sally and Kelly - both on cherry pickers - get hoisted up the biggest Christmas tree in the UK. Also, the Scottish Jingle Bells kid is back and we relive some of the silliest moments and cheesiest remixes of the year.
12/19/2019 • 31 minutes, 24 seconds
Greg Vs. Dina Asher-Smith
The fastest British woman in the world Dina Asher-Smith is here to play What’s My Age Again, Stormzy has recorded a festive treat for us and we get a Jungle debrief from Adele Roberts.
12/18/2019 • 25 minutes, 52 seconds
Chris Martin Plays Your Bleak Mornings
Chris from Coldplay creates some memorable songs to help some of our listeners with their morning mishaps, Greg sees a familiar face at a traffic incident and we find our first contender to crank up Yesterday’s Quizmas Tree.
12/17/2019 • 38 minutes, 46 seconds
D Double E Rap-Up of 2019
It’s the week before Christmas so what better way to kick things off than with a D Double E rap-up of 2019!? Also, we catch up with Mr Pie and his students on the Isle of Jura to find out how their Panto went and listener Hannah has the biggest Christmas tree in the land. What can we do with it?
12/16/2019 • 22 minutes, 38 seconds
A Christmas Sacking?
A Christmas party dilemma arises in Ask The Nation, Charlie is in the hedges with a bowl of pasta and single rose, ready for another Festive Feeling surprise and listener Shannon relays a story of a man who has a unique way of repelling mosquitos.
12/12/2019 • 43 minutes, 54 seconds
Festive Feeling: Charlie In The Hedges
Charlie’s hiding in a bush in Scotland next to dog poo in a bin - the things she’ll do to give someone a Festive Feeling surprise! Also Greg receives an exciting message from King of Cheese Rick Stein, destroys Tailor Swift’s Christmas song forever and is shocked by an Unpopular Opinion given by Clara about one of the biggest villains in the world of Christmas movies.
12/11/2019 • 27 minutes, 41 seconds
Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Festive Feeling & A School Drama
Fleabag creator and Bond writer Phoebe is here to help some listeners with their personal dilemmas, it’s day one of our Festive Feeling, so Charlie Hedges is prowling around someone’s bush hoping to surprise them and a school in Scotland has had a dramatic turn in their Christmas Panto preparations.
12/10/2019 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
Daisy Ridley & John Boyega Unpopular Opinion
The stars of Star Wars are here for your Unpopular Opinions and it turns out that Leo DiCaprio is not Daisy’s cup of tea! Also, The Fact Controller Stormz in with an emergency fact, and Greg thinks Question Time should be changed to "Question Wine".
12/9/2019 • 32 minutes, 2 seconds
Hum, The Bees Are Coming!
Dev and Alice join us for a Christmas Fact Controller, we hear of all the crazy things Grandads do and a conspiracy theory emerges about Yesterday’s Quiz.
12/5/2019 • 32 minutes, 8 seconds
Finger or Forks?
We Asked The Nation if people should be eating chicken wings with their hands or cutlery. Greg drops some lullaby tunes - Snoop Dogg style and listener Alfie want to know if shopping with a suitcase is weird.
12/4/2019 • 20 minutes, 50 seconds
Poop The Potato and A Flying Champagne Cork
Greg hears about your favourite Christmas parlour games, Krept and Konan are manning the phone lines, taking your calls on ‘times when chat up lines went well’ and we have a mission for D Double E.
12/3/2019 • 33 minutes, 6 seconds
Adele, Advents & Adversity
Greg believes if you have anything other than a chocolate advent calendar it’s just not right – pork scratchings, fragrances and couples making each other advent calendars can all GET IN THE BIN! Also Adele speaks to us from the jungle, Clara is angry and Alan the Robot Hoover is getting too big for his boots!
12/2/2019 • 22 minutes, 22 seconds
Onceupona Podcast!
The Fact Controller is here with Grimmy, helping out listeners with some strange ideas. Also, The Palace Pencil news has spread globally and we chat to Adele’s girlfriend Kate all the way from The Jungle.
11/28/2019 • 17 minutes, 12 seconds
Mo Gilligan Is With Egg James
Comedian Mo Gilligan gathers your ideas for T.V shows. Cathy for instance loves Caribbean food so would love to watch The Great British Jerk Off. Also, Greg remembers those funny primary school injuries that would get you sent home early and we are treated to another Rick Stein Big Cheese Remix.
11/27/2019 • 30 minutes, 40 seconds
Camila Cabello, Cold Trousers and Talking Magpies
Camila Cabello joins us for Unpopular Opinion and sings the theme tune beautifully. Plus, “why does everyone keep accidentally insulting Taylor Swift?” and we welcome the return of our favourite talking Christmas magpie.
11/26/2019 • 30 minutes, 32 seconds
Crimbo or Crimno?
Is it too early to start playing Christmas songs? We Ask The Nation and whatever the nation decides will be Radio 1’s policy FOREVER! Also, we hear about your friends or family that have a hidden past and have more animal news including a driving dog.
11/25/2019 • 21 minutes, 46 seconds
Consume By 1963
A stupid talking point about out of date food spawns one of the greatest stories about one woman, her grandad and a frozen parakeet…Also, a few of you have hijacked the Newsbeat phone line and Greg loves you for it!!
11/21/2019 • 25 minutes, 9 seconds
A Change Of Plan!
The Holyhead Chippy that became known as the Hippy Chippy when the C of the Chippy fell off - then tried to become the Chippy again but got complaints and so decided on going back to being the Hippy Chippy. Only now they no longer can be the Hippy Chippy because there is another Hippy Chippy and so they have to remain The Chippy…..Romesh Ranganathan wonders what it’s all about!
11/20/2019 • 19 minutes, 41 seconds
Just Another Day
Hot tubs, toast crumbs & backward pizzas. Hippy chips, oven gloves & Olympic weight-lifters. BBC poos, musical gates and a croissants warbling presenter…It can only be The Radio 1 Breakfast Show with Greg James!
11/19/2019 • 22 minutes, 6 seconds
HAIM Sing Your Bleak Mornings
HAIM help some listeners with their Bleak Mornings, including a man was buried under a sea of bread and crumpets and we have news on The Hippy Chippy and the naming of the under-7s rugby team.
11/18/2019 • 24 minutes, 48 seconds
Mambo Number Cheese
Greg has another Rick Stein cheese mix, Ask The Nation brings a kissing dilemma and (ahead of her debut on I’m A Celebrity this Sunday) we speak to Adele's girlfriend Kate about keeping the secret for so long.
11/14/2019 • 28 minutes, 7 seconds
Weird Houses & Cheesy Riddims
We hear about the weird things in your house, like using yoghurt pots for mugs for example. Also, Scott Mills and Chris Stark are here for Fact Controller and Greg gets creative with Rick Stein, a lot of cheese and Tion Wayne’s track ‘Kesha, Becky’.
11/13/2019 • 33 minutes, 46 seconds
Advice From Lizzo
Lizzo is here to help listeners with their dilemmas and she truly is the most upbeat person! Listener Lauren has a complaint to make about a missing handkerchief and it’s true! Radio 1’s very own Adele Roberts is going into the Jungle and Greg and Clara are very excited.
11/12/2019 • 27 minutes, 23 seconds
David Yoghurt Live!
Everything has built up to this moment, one man, his assistant and a row of different yoghurts. Can David Yoghurt finally get a clean lidder? Also, Greg and Blue Peter presenter Lindsey Russel are getting suspicious about Adele Roberts’ absence and we receive a letter from Simon Cowell.
11/11/2019 • 34 minutes, 10 seconds
Niall Horan, The Faker?
Is the video of Diplo and Niall Horan a deep fake? Niall calls in with the truth. Also, Greg sings some nice hymns to Simon Cowell and we Ask The Nation about duvet habits.
11/7/2019 • 28 minutes, 55 seconds
Emilia Clarke’s Unpopular Opinion
Mother Of Dragons Emilia has a shocking Unpopular Opinion involving one of the greatest Christmas songs ever!! Also, following Skepta’s very sleepy interview on Annie Mac’s show Greg asks about the times you’ve over-Skept.
11/6/2019 • 24 minutes, 30 seconds
14 Orangutans And A Raw Chicken
Greg attempts14 different pronunciations of Oooorangutan, more incidents of listeners getting stuck in things and..Is it Grande Finale time for David Yoghurt? Superstar Welsh commentator Eddie Butler thinks it may be.
11/5/2019 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
Dua Lipa Plays What’s My Age Again
Dua proves to be remarkably good at What’s My Age Again? We hear tales of times you’ve been stuck in awkward positions and names that sound like an illness – a touch of Valtteri Bottas maybe?
11/4/2019 • 25 minutes, 57 seconds
Harry and Dua and Greg and James
Listener Ellie gets a big surprise when THE Harry Styles turns up on Unpopular Opinion and Dua Lipa plays her new song exclusively to eight year old Sam. But, what does he think of it? Also, David Yoghurt tries, once again, for a clean lid and Greg and James are getting married. Yay!
10/31/2019 • 29 minutes, 22 seconds
Jonathan Van Ness - Beard Or No Beard
Greg tests Queer Eye’s Jonathan with his beard knowledge, by getting him to guess which caller has a beard, we hear of times when a Halloween costume has raised an alarm, and can David Yoghurt finally get a clean lid?
10/30/2019 • 24 minutes, 37 seconds
Paxman, Bieber & Dog Accounts
Luke got in touch with Greg to ask, is it acceptable for dogs to have an Instagram account? We Asked The Nation. Plus we had an update on Bieber’s crazy post and an amazing audio montage of Jeremy Paxman.
10/29/2019 • 19 minutes, 51 seconds
Sean Paul Calling Sean Paul
Sean Paul calls up various Seans and Sians, there’s a new alphabet song that Greg’s not a fan of and you send in examples of non-sweary insults – you teapots!!
10/29/2019 • 23 minutes, 51 seconds
Radio 1’s Treasure Hunt
Today was the day! The Treasure Hunt to find 4 Golden tickets kicked off, with Huw Stephens, Arielle Free, Mollie King and Phil Taggart all out in the field…but was there a winner?
10/24/2019 • 34 minutes, 9 seconds
Treasure Hunt Clue
BBC Sounds listeners get it first - listen closely...
10/24/2019 • 1 minute, 3 seconds
What’s My Age Again? With Dotty
Greg was joined by Dotty to play the game What’s My Age Again? David Yoghurt has another attempt at a clean lid, and Greg answers all the FAQ’s on the up and coming Radio 1 Treasure Hunt.
10/23/2019 • 26 minutes, 55 seconds
A Letter From Coldplay
Listener Mia has info on the new Coldplay album (straight from the horse’s mouth), Greg has unknowingly become a matchmaker for Emma and poor Flo had a strange experience after a bout of food poisoning.
10/22/2019 • 32 minutes, 50 seconds
Blink 182 Play What’s My Age Again?
Actual Blink 182 are here to play What’s My Age Again? (Of course) and Greg launches a chance to win tickets to Radio 1’s Big Weekend, Glastonbury and Reading & Leeds in Radio 1’s Treasure Hunt.
10/21/2019 • 28 minutes, 14 seconds
Josh Widdicombe In The Phone Room
Josh is in phone room and the topic today is ‘Games you came up with in the pub’. Plus, we catch up with The Chairman of The Knobs, David Yoghurt and Craig, whose girlfriend wonders what eggs taste like!
10/17/2019 • 31 minutes, 48 seconds
Unpopular Opinion With Paul Rudd
Hollywood superstar Paul Rudd does Unpopular Opinion (even singing along to the theme tune). Also, some awful deeds committed in your stories of sibling rivalry and Greg is sad because the Dorset Knob throwing competition is off!!
10/16/2019 • 28 minutes, 19 seconds
Chippy or Hippy?
It's decision time for landlord Tudor, but will his chip shop be changed back from the 'Chippy' to the 'Hippy'?Chris Stark drops by for a round of The Fact Controller.Plus Dave's yoghurt saga continues.... and he's made his own jingle!
10/10/2019 • 24 minutes, 32 seconds
Teacher Mistakes
Tyre marks, gravy and mascara ruining exam papers? Yes, even teachers mess things up now and then. Plus, Greg goes of a search to find an early opening pub for Scotland’s Rugby match and further updates with David Yoghurt and the Hippy Chippy.
10/9/2019 • 28 minutes, 20 seconds
To Flush or Not To Flush?
Listener Kelly was on Ask The Nation to ask if you should flush the toilet in the middle of the night, Greg’s massive head on the IMAX in London has been putting some people off their lunch and an update on the
Hippy Chippy chip shop sign scandal!
10/8/2019 • 21 minutes, 15 seconds
Niall Horan Unpopular Opinion
Niall Horan was here for one of our best Unpopular Opinions yet, singing the theme tune ‘n’ all. Plus, after watching a video of a girl popping a chocolate balloon and throwing chocolate up the walls Greg asked - When was the last time you had to call for “muuuuum!?”
10/7/2019 • 29 minutes, 32 seconds
Claiming Dina Asher-Smith
Just like when people claimed they knew Olivia Coleman ‘before she was big’ we find people claiming they knew, had met or had a loose connection to Dina Asher-Smith after her 200m win. Plus, more of your mum questions and an investigation is launched into some outrageous claims by Cardi B.
10/3/2019 • 22 minutes, 38 seconds
A Wobbly Man, A Cow’s Nose and A Wild Goose
Greg speaks to Megan and Ashleigh the Wobbly Man inflators, finds a cow with an amazing skill and hears of some strange goings on in Nottingham.
10/2/2019 • 33 minutes, 4 seconds
Romesh Ranganathan Mans The Phones
Romesh is here to hear about what mundane or weird things are people’s towns known for, we find a dog that can unlock a phone and Greg helps listener Chloe send a confusing birthday message to her dad.
10/1/2019 • 29 minutes, 27 seconds
Well Done! But Who Saw?
Following Dina Asher-Smith’s great win in the World Championships over the weekend, which was witnessed by very few, listeners tell us of their achievements that weren’t witnessed by anyone. Also,
we catch up with Tom who was on a mission get his date to open her phone with her toe! But did he dare ask?
9/30/2019 • 27 minutes, 33 seconds
Take A Toe For The Team!
Greg thinks the perfect ice breaker is to suggest that you can unlock your phone with your toe-print, Tom’s got a date tonight and fancies giving it a go. Also an investigation is launched into why AJ Tracey has such young fans and Ask The Nation delves into the matter of the fake Mud Run!
9/26/2019 • 22 minutes, 5 seconds
There's Too Much News!
There's so much going on right now, so Greg buries listener's bad news.Listener Ellie has been buying pasties with the money her mum has given her for gym membership, so Greg and Roisin play a new game to help her compose a text message confession.And there's a two year old who is obsessed AJ Tracey (live and direct)!
9/25/2019 • 27 minutes, 59 seconds
A Bit Of A Rough Selfie
Scott Mills comes in to play the hilarious new game Who Met Whom, we hear some rather sad Bleak Mornings and catch up with our two Freshers as they hit the town.
9/24/2019 • 27 minutes, 8 seconds
Nish Kumar In The Phone Room
Following on from Jamie Laing having to watch his Strictly replacement dance in front of him, we got Nish in to gather stories from a time you’ve watched someone else doing your job (but better!). Also, the Rugby World Cup is in full swing and we wonder what songs would sound good in the stadiums, Aaliyah’s Try Again maybe?
9/23/2019 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Dog Fashion Disco
Woeful tales of making a mess of things and trying to style it out, ideas about starting a disco for dogs and a poll about weeing in the shower – it can only be Radio1 Breakfast with Greg James!
9/19/2019 • 24 minutes, 31 seconds
Sam Fender What’s My Age Again?
Sam Fender plays What’s My Age Again? ahead of his Live Lounge appearance, Meg runs through her new Meg Hates List (one of them being that she hates getting homework from Radio 1) and listener Jess has a musical fridge - but what is the tune?
9/18/2019 • 32 minutes, 32 seconds
Fact Controller & Richard Ayoade
Richard Ayoade takes on The Fact Controller, Greg gets together his strongest cast of Toy Story named callers and “Macaroni Cheese - Everybody Freeze!!” Teachers call in with a variety of ways to greet their students and make them listen.
9/17/2019 • 28 minutes, 5 seconds
The Guinea Pig Whisperer
We find out the show’s news presenter Roisin talks to guinea pigs, Lana Del Rey, Mahalia and Jax Jones feature in a pop star edition of Unpopular Opinions, Listener Matt brings us some more Moaning Millionaires and we hear about disastrous coffee incidents from around the world.
9/16/2019 • 29 minutes, 25 seconds
Cara Delevigne Judges Impossible Karaoke
Cara is in to judge Impossible Karaoke and an investigation into inanimate objects that ruined your day and a man who ended up with a solitary bean!
9/5/2019 • 23 minutes, 47 seconds
Mike V Ali Showdown
Our very own little film critic Mike (who hates chocolate AND films) challenges Ali Plumb's movie credentials, Greg launches a heated Ask The Nation topic about dating profiles and Jack from Friendly Fires gives us an AMAZING Unpopular Opinion about pebble beaches.
9/4/2019 • 23 minutes, 35 seconds
Happy Birthday Miranda
Inspired by Emily Atack's mum attempting to prank her on the show yesterday, listeners call in with their stories of parental mischief.Greg has received an email from Emma, with a list of all the things her colleague Meg hated at the age of 18.And we delve into the world of celebrity birthday messages courtesy of Kim Woodburn.
9/3/2019 • 22 minutes, 56 seconds
Taylor Swift's Unpopular Opinion
Taylor Swift kick started Radio 1's Live Lounge Month earlier today, but she also found time to share her Unpopular Opinion.Arielle Free, host of Radio 1's brand new Weekend Early Breakfast Show, takes part in today's Fact Controller.And Emily Atack returns to answer the calls in our phone room.
9/2/2019 • 22 minutes, 32 seconds
The "We Definitely Didn't Forget To Make a Podcast" Podcast
Just the one day late... here are the best bits of yesterday's show.Darren the train manager presents Yesterday's Quiz.Also, there's been a randy lady on Naked Attraction, PPI calls are no more and Greg ponders another Ask The Nation Dilemma.
8/30/2019 • 25 minutes, 42 seconds
I Don't Like Chocolate Cake OR Movies!
Comedian Iain Stirling takes listener's calls in the Radio 1 Phone Room.Plus, five more kids disclose their Unpopular Opinions and Greg asks: "do people really calm themselves down with a bucket of cold water"?
8/28/2019 • 26 minutes, 29 seconds
Stitch Up!
Chris Stark drops by to play a new game... but it doesn't work out well for either him nor Greg.Also, Greg has taken issue with one of the tracks on Taylor Swift's album and we head to BBC Wiltshire for an update on the rooster that listener 'Nice Dave' named on the show last week.
8/27/2019 • 21 minutes, 5 seconds
Dele Ali's Least Favourite Toe
Greg finds out what happened when Reece Parkinson asked footballers questions sent in by the listeners.Also, we've found Darren - the train manager who does quizzes on the train!And Greg's friend was on the phone to a company recently... but there was something not quite right with the 'on hold' music.
8/23/2019 • 27 minutes, 26 seconds
The Fart Doctor
Greg counts down the top 5 farts from an actual scientific survey.The voice over lady is in the building, so Greg gets her to read out some listener messages.Richard - the star of last night's Inside the Factory calls in to give some behind the scenes tales of Gregg Wallace.And listeners help a farmer name a Rooster....
8/21/2019 • 17 minutes, 19 seconds
One Year On
Greg celebrates a year of early mornings with the blast of a massive horn!Sarah from 'Pass The Pasty' returns to play 'Yesterday's Quiz'.Plus, there are more 'Unpopular Opinions' and Greg has a surprise in store for one unsuspecting listener.
8/20/2019 • 35 minutes, 47 seconds
Is It Acceptable To Talk During Film Trailers?
When you're in the cinema, is it acceptable to talk over the trailers for new films, or should you remain silent? Greg lets the nation decide.Also today: there's a train manager who uses the public address system to entertain passengers with a quiz; a bride whose husband included 'Are You Well' in his wedding speech and newsreaders are awkwardly reading jokes in the news.
8/19/2019 • 26 minutes, 11 seconds
You've NEVER heard Mr Brightside?
Greg speaks to comedian Sofie Hagen, who has just heard The Killers - Mr Brightside for the first time.Plus - Radio 1's film reviewer Ali Plumb thinks he's related to Kate Winslet.And it's the morning after his 18th birthday party, so did Mikey wake up in time for Yesterday's Quiz? Greg's sorted out a backup just in case.
8/15/2019 • 21 minutes, 6 seconds
All The Latest Bins!
Heroic train announcers, phoney moon rock, and everything you didn't need to know from the world of bins...
8/14/2019 • 25 minutes, 8 seconds
Salmon Suckers & Rubbish Helpers
Times you’ve tried to help - but made things worse, Salmon getting fired through tubes and Impossible Karaoke. Oh and listen out for a cameo appearance by a rapping Joe Lycett!
8/13/2019 • 25 minutes, 26 seconds
Greg Saves The Earth!
Listener Alistair has an “ambitious” idea for a TV ad for the show, Harry Potter and Justin Timberlake come under fire in a special kid’s edition of Unpopular Opinion and a date at The Shard that went VERY wrong.
8/12/2019 • 17 minutes, 41 seconds
Aisling Bea, Staring at Seagulls & A Face Like A Rock!
Comedian Aisling Bea takes your calls on the weird hacks your parents have, Greg launches “The Peoples Transfer Deadline Day” and Newsbeat has a solution to a seagull problem.
8/8/2019 • 21 minutes, 59 seconds
Have You Ever Touched A Mole?
Greg welcomed Gareth back to the show to catch up on last night’s episode of Inside the Factory with Gregg Wallace asking very peculiar questions. Plus, is it ok or not ok to like someone’s holiday photo? - We Ask The Nation and more of the lies your parents said to make you behave.
8/7/2019 • 19 minutes, 45 seconds
Miss Jeffries Will Get Ya!
Greg revealed his parents would threaten him to behave, when he was little, with a made up lady called Miss Jeffries. It seems he is not the only one with a sinister disciplinarian. Plus Joe who works on the show has NEVER cracked an egg, so we get him on the case and dinosaurs and cupcakes are questioned as we hand over Unpopular Opinion to the kids.
8/6/2019 • 29 minutes, 5 seconds
Dads On Holiday
Greg, fresh back from his hols, was keen to find out about all of the weird things that dads do on holiday - cue tales of special flying suits and laminators. Also, Inside the Factory is back and an apology is issued to Jordan North.
8/5/2019 • 24 minutes, 13 seconds
Hide & Seek: The Net Is Closing
With the help of Scott Mill’s resident detective James and the commitment of listeners all around the country the net starts to close on Greg and Grimmy….but does it?
7/24/2019 • 51 minutes, 3 seconds
Hide & Seek: Breaking The Code
Theories involving Blackpool, The Space Centre and Drake all come flying in. Then comes a breakthrough.
7/24/2019 • 27 minutes, 17 seconds
Hide & Seek: Takes To The Skies
The hunt continues with clues coming from aeroplanes and drive thru’s.
7/24/2019 • 40 minutes, 55 seconds
Hide & Seek: The Game Is Afoot
#HideandSeek is underway and Chris Stark and listener Sophie think they may have solved the puzzle early, then Chris tries a “Horn-Along” and big wanted posters go up cross the nation.
7/23/2019 • 35 minutes, 20 seconds
Hide & Seek: The Set-Up
Greg and Grimmy are hiding in the biggest ever game of Hide & Seek. As the fugitives head for their hiding hole, speculation runs amok. "Hunted" expert Peter Bleksley and Grimmy's Niece Liv are called on for help. #HideandSeek
7/23/2019 • 24 minutes, 7 seconds
Beefeaters, Speed-boats and Deception!
Something sinister was happening at Radio 1 today. Greg, Jordan, Adele, Maya, Scott and Grimmy were all summoned to the studio, only for some of them to be whisked away to The Tower of London. Treachery was in the air as they awaited their fate.
7/23/2019 • 26 minutes, 22 seconds
The Devil’s Lettuce Tried To Kill My Mum!
Sigala and Becky Hill give a couple of VERY Unpopular Opinions. 1Xtra’s Reece Parkinson claims 5:30 is dinner time but Greg disagrees, so we Ask The Nation and Greg starts a national duty on announcing ice-cream vans locations all over the country.
7/22/2019 • 28 minutes, 38 seconds
A Soggy Potato Waffle Wrapped Up In Loo Roll
It’s the end of term for lots of teachers so we took a look at the worst gifts they've received and there were some more Unpopular Opinions including a shocker about Beyoncé.
7/18/2019 • 25 minutes, 34 seconds
Michael Dapaah Mans The Phones
Big Shaq Comedian Michael Dapaah was on the show taking your calls on mistaken identity. Plus, a report on how long people take on the toilet triggers another Greg experiment, this time involving Amy sitting on the toilet for half an hour and Freya Ridings gives us a strange Unpopular Opinion.
7/17/2019 • 33 minutes, 37 seconds
Run And Let Out A Wee
Denise gave us a call from the steepest hill in the world and shouted ‘weeeeee’ as she ran down it, another round of Fact Controller includes crumb trays and trolley bays and Shane sends in the weirdest idea for a promo ever!
7/16/2019 • 26 minutes, 54 seconds
A Super Over Show
It was all about the cricket today (of course) and Greg got to speak to Joe Root’s Nan! Another Cricket legend Jimmy Anderson calls in to celebrate the retirement of Alan the Robot Hoover and listeners Dean & Ruby compete in a round of Impossible Karaoke.
7/15/2019 • 27 minutes, 32 seconds
Can You Out-Trump Trump?
Trump was giving a talk about kidneys yesterday and seemed to really not know what he was talking about at all. It gave Greg an idea… Also, Michael Vaughan and Ebony Rainford-Brent were on to hear the result of Alan the robot hoover’s cricket prediction and Unpopular Opinion reveals someone who hates the “Are you well” catchphrase.
7/11/2019 • 31 minutes, 30 seconds
I Want To Ride A Hippo!
Ali Plumb is here for movie-based Fact Controllers including someone thinking Jumanji was based on real life. The Queen planted a tree yesterday at 93! We get some examples of “Granual Labour” and, if someone sneezes in a toilet cubicle, is it right to say “Bless you”? We ask the nation.
7/10/2019 • 25 minutes, 55 seconds
Ellie Taylor Takes Your Calls
Comedian Ellie Taylor has recently been on the Crystal Maze with Gemma Collins who had a mega tantrum, even trying to tell the producer to stop the game, so Ellie takes your calls about times when you’ve done a “Gemma” – had a massive tantrum over a tiny thing. Also, BBC Political reporter Laura Kuenssberg became our new hero as she threw an “Are You Well?” to Jeremy Hunt.
7/9/2019 • 27 minutes, 26 seconds
Lil Nas X: Old Kent Road
Lil Nas X does a British remix of his hit ‘Old Town Road’ with Greg, Grimmy and the listeners! Plus, has the BBC's political editor Laura Kuenssberg been listening to the show? Greg also helps a very confused listener and has a bumper edition of all the latest things which includes some worrying geography questions from the Love Island contestants.
7/8/2019 • 20 minutes, 3 seconds
Sigala & Becky Hill: The Thommo Remix
Becky Hill and Sigala’s big hit ‘Wish You Well’ has had our listeners wanting an ‘Are You Well?’ inspired remix for some time now. Greg answered their wishes. Also, Analogue Doug plays Yesterday’s Quiz and some BIG news from the Ainsley Harriott camp.
7/4/2019 • 21 minutes, 48 seconds
Katherine Ryan Takes Your Calls
Comedian Katherine hears your tales of High School Nemeses – people that become hometown heroes and leave you a bit jealous. Plus, Greg was super excited to see an “Are You Well” flag at Glastonbury, we hear the tale of Joe’s amazing proposal to Sarah and wonder how to retire Alan, The Robot Hoover!
7/3/2019 • 32 minutes, 45 seconds
Jake Gyllenhaal and Tom Holland
The stars of Spider-Man: Far From Home are here and Greg is shocked to find out that Jake Gyllenhaal is a massive fan of Unpopular Opinion. Plus, Alan The Robot Hoover is back and gives a prediction of England’s World Cup tie against Norway to footballing legend Alex Scott and we track two cars of festival goers on their way to Glastonbury.
6/27/2019 • 32 minutes, 13 seconds
A Serenade For Perrie
Listener Will, who lied to his “current girlfriend” and said he could play the guitar, has been practising and he serenades Perrie from Little Mix. Plus, another go-to video that makes you smile (in the form of Feargie’s Star Spangled Banner rendidtion) and we hear of the time when Newsbeat’s Cat Collins won a strange Radio 1 competition.
6/26/2019 • 25 minutes, 22 seconds
Oh Grandad! What’s Your Thing?
The strange things your Grandads do – from turbo charged lawnmowers to a misunderstanding of what a “selfie” is. Plus, listener Kate was awoken by some “Squeeky Fish Scientists” and Barney was a bit trigger happy on his food app after a night out.
6/25/2019 • 19 minutes, 59 seconds
Stupid Things You’ve Seen At Gigs
We spoke to some people about the funny stuff they’ve seen at gigs and festivals including a guy with a toilet seat round his neck! Plus, Jeremy Vine brings news on the Eggheads investigation and Greg is fascinated by a Japanese Detective with a bum for a face.
6/24/2019 • 18 minutes, 19 seconds
Rose Matafeo Mans The Phones
Comedian Rose Matafeo is in the phone room hearing all of your stories of rubbish romantic gifts. Also, does travelling on aeroplanes make you do weird things? After all Greg thought that Ratatouille was the best film ever after seeing it on a flight, and Ali Plumb is here after chatting to Tom Hanks about Toy Story 4.
6/20/2019 • 25 minutes, 17 seconds
Taylor Swift, Jeremy Vine & Alan The Hoover
A trio of big guests on this podcast! Taylor Swift speaks about that shower incident, Jeremy Vine joins the Eggheads Investigation and Alan The Psychic Hoover makes a Women’s World Cup prediction.
6/18/2019 • 25 minutes, 57 seconds
Little Mix Give Dilemma Advice
Following in the footsteps of Louis Theroux, Little Mix give listener Will some advice. After his appearance on TV over the weekend we bring back Harry Redknapp’s Storytime and Radio 1’s very own Dev has a spot of bother with a buggy at the Isle of Wight festival.
6/17/2019 • 20 minutes, 4 seconds
Knickerless Panda Haters & Mash
Unpopular Opinions reveals some shocking confessions, listener George has an A-Level exam task to critique the show from yesterday and football legend Alex Scott was on the phone to convince teacher Mr O’Neill to let his classmates watch the Scotland Women’s Football match tomorrow.
6/13/2019 • 20 minutes, 21 seconds
Lewis Capaldi Sings Your Bleak Mornings
Lewis joins Greg for Bleak Mornings and he admits that he would only pay £9 to see himself play live! Also, have you had a worse 45 minutes than the Thai football team had last night? And the search is on for a lost piece of Eggheads memorabilia.
6/12/2019 • 33 minutes, 39 seconds
Stella Argos Anyone?
More nans doing incredible things, a Love Island revelation and a bossy American woman. Grab yourself an expensive coffee, put your feet up and have a listen.
6/11/2019 • 20 minutes, 5 seconds
Chris Stark, Oliver Heldens & An Old Friend
Chris Stark joins us for Fact Controller which results in Greg getting a wedgie! Also, Greg hears from an old mystery friend and puts DJ Oliver Heldens to a very important task.
6/10/2019 • 25 minutes, 56 seconds
GOT & Dark Phoenix Star Sophie Turner Is Here
Sophie Turner joins us for Unpopular Opinion and she reveals one about her in the shower. Also we hear of many ways in which you have destroyed a laptop, like Beth who set down her dad’s on the hob. What could possibly go wrong??
6/6/2019 • 20 minutes, 24 seconds
Oh Nana What’s Your Thing!
A big sigh of relief as Greg managed to wake up without an alarm today! Lots of listeners got involved in today’s show sharing their Nan Things and a heated debate on Ask The Nation…
6/5/2019 • 21 minutes, 3 seconds
Professor Brian Cox Live From Mars!
Professor Brian Cox joined Greg and was this morning’s Fact Controller, Greg was also keen to find out what people’s disappointing purchases were, and is planning an alarm free zone tomorrow morning…What could possibly go wrong?
6/4/2019 • 23 minutes, 22 seconds
The 2019 Sheep Dash Live From Middlesbaaa
The day has finally arrived, the tension has been building all week to find out the winner of the 2019 Sheep Dash. Ram Fender, Bleater Ora, Little Bo People and many others are in the running but who will win? Reporting legends Andrew Cotter and Derek Thompson provide the commentary.
5/24/2019 • 16 minutes, 44 seconds
The Madness Continues
Only one day to o until Radio 1’s Big Weekend so we continue the madness of Sheep Dash, with Zara Larsson claiming a sheep and we hear from the sheep themselves! Plus, inspired by wonderful Rick Stein, we hear where more people named Rick are off for the weekend.
5/23/2019 • 22 minutes, 32 seconds
Mabel, Lamb Marie & Little Bo People
Mabel is here to play What’s My Age Again? and we gather more artists who want sheep for our Big Weekend Sheep Dash so look out for James BAAA-thur, Lamb Marie and BA BA JAX’ SHEEP! Not forgetting the people’s runner ‘Little Bo People’.
5/22/2019 • 23 minutes, 46 seconds
Radio 1’s Big Sheep Dash Is On!
Greg reveals all the details of Radio 1’s Big Sheep Dash and Lewis Capaldi is the first to respond. Also, quick fixes that just make things worse – producer Will had one that has outraged his fiancé.
5/21/2019 • 21 minutes, 12 seconds
Ellie Goulding Plays What's My Age Again?
With the Big Weekend just a few days away, Greg is getting a sheep-based idea around the weekend, Ellie Goulding visits to talk Big Weekends past, karaoke and play What's My Age Again? and there were NO GAME OF THRONES' SPOILERS.
5/20/2019 • 24 minutes, 53 seconds
The Mac Controller, Lineker & McDonald
Annie Mac is here for Fact Controller ahead of her MASSIVE gig at the FA Cup final, listener Flora hopes to speak to Gary Lineker in Game Of Phones and 9 year old James gets to chat to his idol Jane McDonald (of Loose Women and cruise ship fame).
5/16/2019 • 25 minutes, 18 seconds
Joe Lycett’s Grand Kitchen Opening
Joe joins us on air the morning after his kitchen opening from the Lord Mayor of Birmingham, listener Amy hopes to chat to Gary Lineker in Game Of Phones (even though she thought he was just the crisp guy) and should Jane McDonald be on the BIG Weekend line up?
5/15/2019 • 18 minutes, 42 seconds
Jack Whitehall Mans The Phones
A busy show packed with guests; Jack Whitehall is in the phone room, Joe Lycett announces the opening of his new kitchen and Gary Lineker waits by his phone for a listener to call him in Game Of Phones, but do they get through?
5/14/2019 • 36 minutes, 34 seconds
Cow-Pats Smell Great!
Another round of Unpopular Opinions includes one that nearly makes Greg swear on air, should we share a bath with our dog? And Bobby Berk from Queer Eye is on to talk with Greg and Clara to about some of the unfamiliar faces at last night’s BAFTAs.
5/13/2019 • 15 minutes, 8 seconds
That's a Good One - Print It Out!
Dan and Kyle from Bastille play What's My Age Again. A listener has tipped Greg off about something Gregg Wallace has been doing on Instagram, which has spawned a new catchphrase.There's a dilemma from a Spurs fan. Do they go to see Muse Live as planned... or do they watch Tottenham in the Champions League Final?Plus, there are some Ricks on the phone! But... where are they going this weekend?
5/9/2019 • 23 minutes, 17 seconds
Does Ainsley Harriott Have Doors?
Greg's heard that Ainsley Harriott has no doors in his house... so he investigates.Liverpool's victory over Barcelona last night has left listener Lauren with a dilemma. She's getting married to a massive Liverpool fan on the day of the Champions League final - so should she stream the match at her wedding? We let the nation decide.Plus there's an update on the plane that was accidentally part of history, as it took off while Prince Harry announced the birth of his son. Greg's found the flight number... but has he tracked down one of the passengers?
5/8/2019 • 20 minutes, 41 seconds
A Plane Investigation
Greg’s back from his holidays and it was a busy show with all the usual nonsense. We heard some great Unpopular Opinions; relived Greg’s live remix of Derek Thompson and Meduza/GOODBOYS, and launched an investigation into finding passengers who were on the plane that can be heard in the background of the audio where Prince Harry announces the royal birth.
5/7/2019 • 22 minutes, 33 seconds
Hey Rick! Where We Goin’ This Weekend?
Inspired by Rick Stein’s amazing theme tune Greg has an idea. Also, we Ask The Nation about whether it’s right to wear your luggage and “Hello Jill!!” - What’s Ainslee doing in the Hellboy movie?
4/18/2019 • 19 minutes, 9 seconds
The Weird Thing About Mum!
We revisit some of our favourite Mum Habits like Bloss’s mum who puts the TV remote in a food bag! Also the investigation into Greg’s cousin’s stolen shopping bag continues with an eyewitness account and the Christmas magpie creates a stir in a dental lab.
4/17/2019 • 20 minutes, 24 seconds
That Cow Shouldn’t Be On The Road, It Should Be On The Stage!
Listener Dulcie texted Greg to say she’d seen a sassy cow on her hazard perception driving test, Arielle Free sings us a song over the P.A system at Forest Green Rovers football stadium and Greg’s cousin Guy had an unfortunate situation involving a train door and a bag of shopping.
4/16/2019 • 20 minutes, 57 seconds
A Spoiler-Free Game Of Thrones Podcast
It’s a big day for Game of Thrones fans and listener Anna is desperately trying to avoid the spoilers, so Greg monitors her progress. We also get some more Unpopular Opinions like “Tarantino is a rubbish director” and Matt is back with some more brilliant Moaning Millionaires.
4/15/2019 • 23 minutes, 35 seconds
Tiffany Calver Talks Drake
Tiffany Calver dropped by to talk about the massive Drake shows she’s been DJ’ing at and listener Megan threw a bra at Drake and had to get the security guard to pass it back to her! Greg also launches an investigation into Nick Knowles and we get your styling it out tales - like going for a hand stand when someone swerves your high five.
4/11/2019 • 26 minutes, 21 seconds
Expert Blaggers
After Greg had to make small talk with a taxi man about the football yesterday, he decides to compile a small-talk cheat sheet. Tips on everything from GOT to F1 will arm you for any conversation that may arise. Also, Greg is fascinated by a horse trying to mate with a car and a strange alert from Radio 4.
4/10/2019 • 12 minutes, 46 seconds
Scarlett Nose Day
Listener Scarlett is 3p short for her rent so Greg puts out an appeal to the nation. Also, The Fact Controller is back, Bieber does poetry and Are you well? The Derek Thompson obsession continues.
4/9/2019 • 17 minutes, 51 seconds
Good Morning, Jack Toff!
Following Maya Jama’s slip up on Friday you start to put Greg to the test with your silly names. Also, more of your startling unpopular opinions and the difference between us and America is illustrated in 2 funny clips.
4/8/2019 • 15 minutes, 13 seconds
Chickens Don't Have Arms!
Comedian Joe Lycett is here to go through some Fact Controllers, we hear from people who have very important jobs but can’t do the normal everyday things and Greg creates a list of very British things that Drake should be using at his gigs - Mary Berry on a giant cupcake maybe?
4/4/2019 • 19 minutes, 38 seconds
Dad! What Are You Doing??
What strange habit does your dad have? Washing the car with bath water maybe? We find out your weird ones. Also, Greg investigates friends that are nice but REALLY ANNOYING online and some more listeners are put on the spot in Fake Britain.
4/3/2019 • 17 minutes, 16 seconds
Table Or No Table?
Greg and Nichola had lots to share from their day trip to Geneva; most importantly the question of whether it is okay to slump over and sleep on your tray table on a flight - It was time to Ask The Nation. Also, Greg had a very bleak morning when he came home to find a lovely Barney parcel in his living room and teacher Dom reported back about his April Fool’s attempt to convince his students that polar bears have been spotted in Scotland.
4/2/2019 • 22 minutes, 44 seconds
Shocks Away!
More Unpopular Opinions including another shocker from Battle Of Hastings Guy, shocking scenes on Blue Planet Live and a shocking rip off of our favourite Gregg Wallace show. Anyway, are you well?
4/1/2019 • 16 minutes, 52 seconds
All ThePast Papers In A Box To The Left
Zara Larsson helps us make a maths song for some Year 11s and we get some brilliant suggestions on what should fill the 2 hour Brexit-shaped hole on BBC One tomorrow! Also, Katy from The Crown Hotel in Bawtry actually phoned us and she is well! We thought so.
3/28/2019 • 24 minutes, 52 seconds
Are You Well? I Thought You Were
After our discovery of Derek Thompson and our new favourite catch phrase, Greg catches up with teacher Grace who had given the phrase a go at her parents evening last night. Also, Greg heard a horn yesterday that sounded just like the one from our hootenanny last month so he starts an investigation to find it and The Fact Controller returns with a load more nonsense including toasters having different settings.
3/27/2019 • 20 minutes, 49 seconds
Chris and Rosie Ramsey Man The Phones
Chris and Rosie Ramsey were in the Radio 1 Phone room chatting to the R1 listeners about the ‘unveiling of the mask’ moments in relationships, Greg’s favourite racing presenter Derek Thompson from ‘that’s a man actually Derek’ is back with something even better and in the midst of all the hard Brexit news, we were given another great moment from the world’s most relaxed newsreader Simon McCoy.
3/26/2019 • 24 minutes, 4 seconds
Greg Snubs Corden!!
Greg rejects TWO Face Time requests from James Corden who was hanging out in LA with Jan Slam winner Phil, listener Sam claims that nose picking is ‘great fun’ in Unpopular Opinion and Blue Peter legend Valerie Singleton shows off her impressive Grime knowledge like a ‘Big Man Ting’.
3/25/2019 • 18 minutes, 20 seconds
Tan France Asks The Nation
Tan France helps Greg resolve Squirrel Gate. Plus, we ask people what songs their exes have been listening to on their Spotify and Suchitra reads us a beautiful poem about Goat Watch.
3/21/2019 • 22 minutes, 25 seconds
Alan The Robot Hoover
It’s the first day of spring so we had a big spring clean on the show, which all started with Roisin’s robot hoover Alan. We heard some great clips from the archive, dug out a few bonus bits, and gave the studio a good clean. Plus, Impossible Karaoke was as impossible as you would expect.
3/20/2019 • 27 minutes, 11 seconds
The Goat Investigation Continues
We tried to get a bit further with the goat investigation this morning, and got a few theories about what could’ve happened to Trammy. Plus, a dentist has been filmed using Gun Lean to teach students in a school assembly how to brush their teeth and (as it’s the first day of Spring tomorrow) Greg decided the show needs a spring clean of the bits that have happened on the show since it started in August, like Joe Lycett’s poem and Coldplay’s song for the first show.
3/19/2019 • 21 minutes, 48 seconds
Lepechauns, Goats & Bradley Cooper
In the wake of St Patrick’s Day Greg is fascinated by a Leprechaun Whisperer, sets up an investigation into the appearance of a goat waiting at a tram stop and has some brilliant unpopular opinions like, “Bradley Cooper is ugly” ??
3/18/2019 • 17 minutes, 21 seconds
Social Media Struggles
Social media went down last night for a few hours and it hit the nation hard so Greg asked listeners to send in the stuff that they missed posting. Also Greg overheard someone answer their phone whilst on the toilet and asked the nation if you should or shouldn’t pick up the phone if it rings when you’re on the loo.
3/14/2019 • 16 minutes, 31 seconds
Would You Like A Polo??
A senior MP was going around Parliament yesterday offering stressed MPs Polos so Greg asked for scenarios where Polos could be great to break the tension. Plus, Gregg Wallace had the usual amount of fun in a beer factory on last night’s Inside The Factory and we catch up with everyone’s favourite grandma Beryl.
3/13/2019 • 15 minutes, 41 seconds
The Number One Sausage Eater In Town
Rapper Dave is our Deputy Fact Controller and assures us that melancholy is not a dog. Plus Greg counts down the Top 10 supermarket shoppers in the country and catches up with grandma Beryl after her first ever gig.
3/12/2019 • 19 minutes, 56 seconds
Lady Martha Meringue & Lord William Spotted Dick
After a pug at Crufts was called Randy Andy, Greg comes up with a way of finding out your pedigree name. His turns out to be King Donald Flan. Also, as more names are added to Radio 1’s Big Weekend line-up, we speak to Rita Ora, Sam Fender and Billie Eilish (who had never heard of Middlesbrough!)
3/11/2019 • 20 minutes, 25 seconds
The LOL-a-thon!
It's the LOL-a-thon with Scott & Chris. Ricky Gervais shares his unpopular opinion, they go live on ITV with Lorraine plus Rob Beckett critiques a joke from a (massively famous) mystery celebrity.
3/7/2019 • 24 minutes, 19 seconds
Gregg Wallace: Inside The Radio 1 Factory
An Inside the Radio 1 Factory special with Gregg Wallace and a bunch of petty people this morning on the breakfast show.
3/6/2019 • 23 minutes, 32 seconds
Mum For President!
Greg gives Chris Stark a fanfare as he enters Muff, we track down the breakfast in a bag man and collect the best “Mumifestos” - things your mum may say if she was running for president.
3/5/2019 • 21 minutes, 13 seconds
A Quick One In The Donut Hole?
Today’s Fake Britain saw the R1 listeners name their imaginary pubs, the missing hamper has been found (but some of the contents are missing) and Greg catches up with Chris Stark in a very peculiarly-named place, on the road to the Lolathon.
3/4/2019 • 22 minutes, 57 seconds
The Hunt For The Hamper
Yesterday on the show Greg went to award someone with a Star Listener prize and realised our hamper of goodies had gone! He launches an investigation to find the wicker hamper, with various DJ’s pleading their innocence.
Also Jordan North is out and about, in some amusingly named places, gathering jokes from the locals in the lead up to Scott and Chris’s Lolathon.
2/28/2019 • 24 minutes, 34 seconds
Why, Hello Middlesbrough!
Radio 1’s Big Weekend is coming to Middlesbrough and Greg begins to reveal the line-up. He chats to Leigh-Anne from Little Mix, Zara Larsson and Matty from The 1975. We also hear from some of the locals themselves including one who would like to build a swan pedalo especially for Greg.
2/27/2019 • 17 minutes, 28 seconds
Stephen Merchant Mans The Phones
Stephen Merchant is in the phone room taking calls about people’s first job disasters, including a hair raising experience in a restaurant, we hear poor Mary Anne Hobbs slipping up on 6 Music and Ryan from last year’s Festive Feeling is back in touch.
2/26/2019 • 21 minutes, 35 seconds
Claiming Colman!
Olivia Colman won an Oscar last night and now everyone’s claiming Colman! We had people saying they had seen her on a zebra crossing and one who had sold her sun cream. Also, What was the story behind a Yorkshire pudding getting flushed away??
2/25/2019 • 18 minutes, 35 seconds
BRITs, Weddings & Cucumbers
Katie, who we took to the BRITs last night after she was dumped by her boyfriend, gives her verdict on the night. Plus, all the details of the other bug events like The Welsh Wedding Awards and a cucumber eating competition.
2/21/2019 • 23 minutes, 38 seconds
An Escape Room and a Party Bus
The crazy inner workings of the Escape Room and Greg is taking listener Katie to the Brits on Sam Fender’s ‘Speedo Bus’! Plus the alternative events for those who don't care about the Brits...Welsh Wedding Awards anyone?
2/20/2019 • 31 minutes, 58 seconds
Jack Whitehall to the Rescue
It's day two of #R1EscapeRoom and Jack Whitehall pays a visit. Plus Greg pops on to BBC Breakfast, Ria plays Yesterday's Quiz and more listeners' try to help Greg break out.
2/19/2019 • 45 minutes, 37 seconds
What's Going On!? #R1EscapeRoom
Strange things are happening! Greg is joined by Scott Mills but neither know why. Greg gets kidnapped and locked away by a man in a hat. Lewis Capaldi and Greg’s dad offer some help. #R1EscapeRoom has begun…
2/18/2019 • 28 minutes, 51 seconds
Take Moo Out
Greg finds some a-moosing news about a new app called ‘Tudder’ for cows, has a very special surprise for listener Kate, who’s having a bleak morning and chat’s to Radio 1 film bod Ali Plumb about sucking chips!
2/14/2019 • 15 minutes, 3 seconds
Moaning Millionaires
Today’s show included some of the most jaw-dropping Unpopular Opinions we’ve ever had, we revealed the start of something secret that’s happening next week on the show and we talk about millionaire’s moaning!
2/13/2019 • 18 minutes, 28 seconds
Sean Paul Judges Impossible Karaoke
Sean Paul, hater of blackbirds is here to judge Impossible Karaoke as three listeners attempt ‘Get Busy’ and ‘Like Glue’. Also Greg decides to host a news interview master class with Roisin which ends up with him having to ring the shame bell and a giant dog has been seen all across London.
2/12/2019 • 21 minutes, 19 seconds
A Grizzly Affair
Greg holds a Gregerendum Ask the Nation to see if they would be for or against going for dinner with a bear, finds out that The Grammys are quite boring and speaks to listener Steph all about her Hen party (that involved hockey sticks and swimming hats)!
2/11/2019 • 21 minutes, 10 seconds
Chris Pratt Does Unpopular Opinion
Super cool movie star Chris Pratt was in to talk about the new Lego movie and play Unpopular Opinion, but his attempts to sing the theme tune left a lot to be desired. Also Greg gives the nation a remix to Post Malone’s ‘Wow’ featuring Owen Wilson and Greg Wallace and Jessica calls (a week late) to take part in the hootenanny from her massive Queen Elizabeth ship with a horn that can be heard from 5 miles away!
2/7/2019 • 20 minutes, 11 seconds
Fridges & TED Talks
We had a load of people on sharing the things they listen to to get them to sleep, like fridges and TED Talks, Fake Britain goes bonkers with your quick fire animal noises and to celebrate the return of Innuendo Bingo to Scott Mills’ show, we have a classic from old featuring a younger Greg getting very wet.
2/6/2019 • 20 minutes, 4 seconds
Triceratops & Pastry Chefs
The Fact Controller brings a ‘misheard lyrics special’ featuring Yxng Bane the pastry chef and Rihanna singing about triceratops. Also, we look at when news and pop culture collide and Greg has a great idea involving Grace Carter and Radio 1’s D&B presenter, René LaVice.
2/5/2019 • 16 minutes, 56 seconds
Daffodil Donna and the Everton Moggie
Greg sent a mischievous Tweet to a supermarket yesterday and gives Donna from their complaints dept. a chance to tell him to “shove off” live on air.
Plus, The Superbowl has a big glamorous half-time show but it’s nothing compared to throwing rubber ducks and kicking footballs into a skip and hear what happened when a cat strayed on to the pitch at Everton.
2/4/2019 • 14 minutes, 41 seconds
The Great Hootenany
Loads of people got in contact with their horns for the final time this week to toot them along to Fisher’s ‘Losing It’. Ferries, Super tankers, steam trains, cherry pickers and didgeridoos – it seems the whole nation was blowing.
1/31/2019 • 16 minutes, 28 seconds
I Hate Tom Hanks!
Another round of Unpopular Opinions includes some shocking views and we have horns-a-plenty from the QI elves and Craig in his big old tanker in Portsmouth.
1/30/2019 • 13 minutes, 6 seconds
Harry Styles Tastes Horrible!
Listener Julie phones in saying she has synaesthesia which means she can ‘taste’ people’s names and Greg’s not happy with his! Plus, the hunt for horns continues with Matt, captain of a ferry, blasting his MASSIVE one and The Fact Controller returns to talk through more ridiculous things people believe.
1/29/2019 • 23 minutes, 1 second
Monday Morning Horns
As a fan of the MASSIVE horn in Fisher’s track ‘Losing It’, Greg was on the hunt for some of his own horn sound effects. Plus, Greg caught up everyone on the weekend antics including Gemma Collins falling on Dancing On Ice – something Greg likened to a curling stone and poor producer Will had a ball of cheese in his pocket for a whole day.
1/28/2019 • 14 minutes, 54 seconds
Bacon Brew Anyone?
The Fact Controller is back setting you straight on issues of tea and rat droppings, Greg is loving the new TV show about H.R.H. Danny Dyer and a Game Of Thrones Challenge is set to the listeners.
1/24/2019 • 17 minutes, 35 seconds
Fake News of 1066
Top Gear presenter Chris Harris was in the studio talking about today’s Jan Slam prize, we had a major Unpopular Opinion about the Battle of Hastings and needed BBC historian Dan Snow to help clear things up… Plus Greg’s favourite Yesterday’s Quiz caller yet!
1/23/2019 • 24 minutes, 17 seconds
Live From Snugglebum Town!
Greg has thought of a ridiculous new game (not like him at all) involving fake place names, has an awful realisation whilst listening to his wife on Radio 4 and gives us a wonderful mash-up of Ariana Grande and …Gemma Collins??
1/22/2019 • 15 minutes, 28 seconds
Basic Big Shop Boasts
A Norwich City footballer in a Q&A said the best thing about the area is the Argos! Greg loves the Pets At Home in Cornwall and asks what basic shops make your area that little bit more special? Also, today’s Jan Slam winner called to apologise for sounding slightly underwhelmed at his win so Greg give him another chance to shine.
1/21/2019 • 14 minutes, 7 seconds
Ainsley Harriott is here!
After trying to book Ainsley in for so long, it finally happened. Greg admitted that he’s such a huge fan of his after the “Why Hello Jill” moment and decided to surprise some listeners with a big hello!
1/17/2019 • 16 minutes, 39 seconds
Big Bath Club & Hairy Dinosaurs
Greg spoke to three callers about their morning bath time including one who was milking cows this morning and had a messy accident whilst under one of the cows. Also, Yesterday's Quiz contestant Angharad proved to be a handful and George our dinosaur correspondent told us about their hairstyles!
1/16/2019 • 25 minutes, 24 seconds
Fact Controller With Margot Robbie & Saoirse Ronan
Margot and Saoirse reacted to listeners’ beliefs like: cauliflower isn’t just white broccoli! Greg does a radio version of the 10 Year Challenge and also has trouble thinking up some Sam Smith puns.
1/15/2019 • 18 minutes, 48 seconds
Zoe Or Greg? The Big Question
Greg was in trouble for running past the scary Luther house and did Zoe Ball’s daughter listen to her mum on Radio 2 today or was she loyal to Radio 1?!
1/14/2019 • 13 minutes, 57 seconds
Buttery Mash & Fine Beans
Greg welcomes back Josh from Tuesday’s Yesterday Quiz to give us his top 3 crushes (which feature some very odd choices) and enjoys another episode of ‘Inside the Factory’ which see’s Gregg Wallace in a pasta factory trying to do an Italian accent. Also, Will The 1975’s next album be called Roast Chicken, Buttery Mash & Fine Beans?
1/10/2019 • 13 minutes, 56 seconds
Beale More Buff Than Beckham?
‘David Beckham is not god’s gift to women’ – it can only be the return of Unpopular Opinion! Plus, following a sad fact tweeted by BBC Weather’s Carol Kirkwood Becky from Jersey came on to give the listeners a Jersey weather update and Greg tries an experiment that sends everybody’s Siri into meltdown.
1/9/2019 • 14 minutes, 7 seconds
The Fact Controller Is Back!
The Fact Controller is back and we find out that ambulances don’t have a special switch to turn traffic lights green. Plus, Josh ‘The Catherine Wheel’ plays Yesterday’s Quiz, and Greg considers getting a new laugh for the New Year.
1/8/2019 • 15 minutes, 42 seconds
Jason Bell & Osi Umenyiora Kick Off 2019
Jason & Osi from The NFL Show give a pep talk to a listener suffering from major holiday blues. Plus, Greg is hoping to get Stormzy out on a karaoke night and is suspicious that the BBC Four Documentary on twin musicians Bros was in fact a parody of People Just Do Nothing.
1/7/2019 • 15 minutes, 55 seconds
Queer Eye’s Tan France Gives Some Christmas Advice
It’s the day before the Festive Feeling Christmas party for our young carers… Nick Knowles told Greg he’ll be there tomorrow! Today we also had Queer Eye’s Tan France in to give listeners some Christmas advice, and Greg imagined what the ‘punch Santa’s beard off’ kid would sound like in Eastenders.
12/19/2018 • 29 minutes, 52 seconds
Fantastic Priests And Where To Find Them
The Reverend Kate Bottley plays Fantastic Priests And Where To Find Them. Festive Feeling continues with more listener donations, and the suggestions that animal man Steve Backshall and the hand bell ringers from Britain's Got Talent should be at the party… Plus we have a Festive Edition of Unpopular Opinion!
12/18/2018 • 18 minutes, 41 seconds
Emily Atack Is On The Phone
Greg spoke to Carly who wanted to give something back to some young carers. There’s a venue booked, but we need YOUR help to make this the best party ever on Thursday! Also Emily Atack was in the Radio 1 phone room and spoke to someone who calls himself the ‘cheese grader’
12/17/2018 • 26 minutes, 21 seconds
The Festive Feeling Finale
Ryan from Blackburn, decided to raise money for charity off his own back by running every day this year – all alongside doing an apprenticeship and at only 19 years old! Greg and the team decide to give him a victory lap round a local course accompanied by a 35-piece choir, a team of cheerleaders, a hula-hooper and the Mayor of Blackburn!
12/13/2018 • 27 minutes, 13 seconds
Nick Knowles And The Truth About Biffy Clyro
Day 3 of Festive Feeling brings a surprise for a grandmother in Neath, South Wales. Plus Greg speaks to Nick Knowles and gets his side of the story on the Biffy Clyro collaboration claim and we cross live to Downing Street for an update on…Porridge?
12/12/2018 • 21 minutes, 3 seconds
Greg Davies Mans The Radio 1 Phone Lines
Adele was hiding in what she thought was a ‘bilberry’ bush as she attempt to surprise another special listener in Radio 1’s Festive Feeling - It was actually a blueberry bush. Plus, comedian Greg Davies was in the phone room speaking to callers who claim to have sold him a filing cabinet and a pair of swimming goggles.
12/11/2018 • 34 minutes, 22 seconds
Radio 1's Festive Feeling
Greg has one last Harry Redknapp story time and catches up on Theresa May’s rubbish Christmas lights countdown. Plus Radio 1 launches its Festive Feeling with a big surprise for a very special listener, who thought he was getting a call from his nan.
12/10/2018 • 18 minutes, 10 seconds
Tom Walker Sings The Baby Shark Song
Yesterday Greg mentioned that he’d had a dream that Tom Walker had done a Christmas advert with the baby shark song and overnight, Tom Walker brought the dream to life. Also, Annie is moving house tomorrow, and there’s still one space left in the van. We’ve had offers from Chris Stark and Baby Shark but more offers are coming in. Who will Annie choose?
12/6/2018 • 20 minutes, 24 seconds
Donald Trump Is Not Rich Uncle Pennybags!
The (deputy) Fact Controller finds out who Rich Uncle Pennybags is and Postman Pat is a rubbish postman! Do you watch TV and see someone doing your job all wrong? Plus we have another catch up with listener Annie who's moving house and needs a celebrity to help her.
12/5/2018 • 21 minutes, 19 seconds
Kim Jong Who?
Following the shock revelation that Harry Redknapp has never heard of Toy Story we find out what some of our listeners have never heard of.
Plus, in the search for a celebrity to help listener Annie move house, Chris Stark has put himself forward and Greg catches up with Skip Lady (AKA ‘Non’) about her week since being made famous for standing in skips.
12/4/2018 • 22 minutes
Abacus To Zanzibar - The New Phonetic Alphabet Game
Listener Annie is moving house this Friday and Greg has agreed to help – but which celeb would be nice enough come along and help? Also we introduce the 1-2-3-5 Kid and a new game in which the answers could be Abacus, Bongos, Cat, Daffy Duck, Elephant and Flapjack.
12/3/2018 • 15 minutes, 30 seconds
Joe Lycett and the Mystery Live Lounge Guest
Joe Lycett positioned himself in the Live Lounge with a mystery guest and we had some great and ridiculous guesses, including Kylie, the skip lady, Billy from DIY SOS and Jake the Snake. But who was the guest?
11/29/2018 • 20 minutes, 28 seconds
Can Jake Make The Flight?
Listener Jake texted to say he slept through his alarm and was in danger of missing his flight to Dubai. The tension rose as Greg and the whole nation got behind him, but did he make it on time? Also we had a BBQ-related Storytime with Harry Redknapp and some listeners
told us their own Don’t Say It situations.
11/28/2018 • 19 minutes, 38 seconds
Don't Say It... Don't Say It...
The fact controller confirms the height of a penguin, listener Ben hears a strange sound on a plane and Greg adapts the Don’t Say It meme for radio and tries it out on Theresa May.
11/27/2018 • 15 minutes, 58 seconds
Jon Richardson, Skip Woman & Strictly Fist Pumps
Jon Richardson manned Radio 1 phone lines and we found out Greg and him have a mutual love for Nick Knowles. Also Greg spoke to the woman who stands in skips to measure they’re size, and reviewed the success of Saturday night’s Strictly crowd fist pump!
11/26/2018 • 25 minutes, 36 seconds
Biffy Clear-Up & Strictly Come Pumping
Ben from Biffy Clyro clears up Nick Knowles’ claim that he’s gigged with them, Greg has a Strictly Come Pumping request and why is Comedian Chris Ramsey making jokes about Greg’s Aunty Pam?
11/22/2018 • 15 minutes, 50 seconds
Lorraine Kelly, ‘Lorraines’ on Your Parades
Actual Lorraine Kelly came in to ‘Lorraine’ on Radio 1 listeners’ parades and she threatened to smack Greg’s bottom... we had another edition of Storytime with Harry Redknapp, and we heard about games you play that you haven’t said out loud before.
11/21/2018 • 14 minutes, 50 seconds
Birds Don't Cry
Harry Redknapp is like that guy down the pub who tells all sorts of stories… He was telling some tales on I’m A Celeb so Greg popped them over some laddy music. The result was delightful. We also have another edition of Fact Controller with Dotty & Roisin and some Lorraine On Your Parade news (announced live on Lorraine!)
11/20/2018 • 16 minutes, 5 seconds
Louis Theroux And A Piñata Full Of Cheese
Louis Theroux pops in to give some non-judgemental advice to listeners, and we hear the incredible sound of him hitting a piñata full of cheese... Plus Radio 1 listeners settle the ‘Who Farted at the Darts’ debate.
11/19/2018 • 26 minutes, 40 seconds
Mumford & Sons Brighten Your Day
Mumford & Sons create songs from Radio 1 listeners’ bleak morning stories and we hear a traumatising Unpopular Opinion from Lewis Capaldi involving bananas…
11/15/2018 • 16 minutes, 23 seconds
A Very Cheesy Live Lounge
Today’s nonsense included sneaking cheese into Jess Glynne’s Live Lounge, Riding horses through the drive-thru and Unpopular Opinions from DJ Ace.
11/14/2018 • 13 minutes, 38 seconds
Eddie Redmayne Lights Up Christmas
Eddie Redmayne is here to spread some magical Christmas spirit by turning on a listener’s Christmas lights. He also talked about the new Fantastic Beasts film, Jude Law as a sexy Dumbledore or should we say 'Dumblephwoar' and he reacted to Dan from Bastille’s unpopular opinion that Harry Potter should’ve died at the end of the last book.
11/13/2018 • 15 minutes, 3 seconds
Zara Larsson Hates What??
Greg noticed that Lorraine Kelly gave away Louis Smith's big announcement leaving him with nothing to say, and then decided to Lor-RAIN on a few other people's parades. Plus Zara Larsson gave us her Unpopular Opinion which lead to producer Will revealing a shocking habit involving apples.
11/12/2018 • 12 minutes, 18 seconds
Cheese, Sheep and Harry Potter
The Fact Controller was in and blew Dotty’s mind with some cheesy sheep facts, Dan from Bastille had a very unpopular opinion about Harry Potter and Greg shared some more messages from moments when shuffle has let listeners down, like listener Chris who was in a car full of lads playing heavy metal when High School Musical came on. Cringe!!
11/7/2018 • 13 minutes, 13 seconds
Benedict Cumberbatch Plays What’s My Age Again?
Benedict Cumberbatch plays What’s My Age Again? Greg imagines what Gregg Wallace sounds like watching fireworks and Danny Howard’s holiday music mishap inspires some great awkward shuffle moments.
11/6/2018 • 17 minutes, 18 seconds
Why, Hello Mrs. Berry!
Greg tries to cheer everyone up on a gloomy Monday morning with some of his favourite audio clips, including Leigh-Anne gargling the Strictly theme song and Joe Lycett’s beautiful R1 breakfast poem. Also Jorja Smith has sent Greg an outrageous Unpopular Opinion and have you ever mistaken a famous person for an old friend? Seems lots of you have.
11/5/2018 • 13 minutes, 43 seconds
Eyes, Ears, Sugar and Beans
Today’s show was live from a pod on The London Eye (called Ear for today) to help launch the new BBC Sounds app. Can your day be any weirder? Plus Gregg Wallace got excited about beans and Lord Sugar does another stand-up routine.
11/1/2018 • 17 minutes, 57 seconds
Greg's Been Framed!
Jack Whitehall plays What’s My Age Again, we find out Benedict Cumberbatch goes trick or treating, and a listener sees a photo frame, being sold in the Maldives, containing a very odd photo!
10/31/2018 • 20 minutes, 2 seconds
It's Wall Over!
Comedian Tom Allen is in the phone room and listener Nikki visits the lobby before the refurb team bring down the wall and her picture that has greeted Radio 1 guests for 6 years – complete with choir and newsreader Simon McCoy for the send-off.
10/30/2018 • 22 minutes, 7 seconds
Gordon's Alive!!
Game Of Phones concludes as listener Stephanie gets through to Gordon Ramsay then Greg has an idea!
10/29/2018 • 11 minutes, 51 seconds
"Hello... is that Gordon Ramsay? It's my birthday!"
Day 2 of Game of Phones. It's Isaac's birthday, but can he get through to Gordon Ramsay?Plus Greg gives Lord Sugar the Live at the Apollo treatment and Gregg Wallace is at a crisp factory.
10/25/2018 • 13 minutes, 10 seconds
Torquay isn't near Turkey... but Turkey is (half) in Asia
Game of Phones is back! Can Georgia get through to Gordon Ramsay on the first attempt?Did you know that Torquay and Turkey aren't actually geographically close together, despite sounding similar? Learn more things like this with The Fact Controller.Plus, what can you say to someone that instantly annoys them?
10/24/2018 • 15 minutes, 15 seconds
Unpopular Opinion with Zara Larsson
Greg invests in the help of Zara Larsson to sing the theme tune for Unpopular Opinion.Elsewhere we catch up with 'Wall Face'... but there's some bad news.
10/23/2018 • 12 minutes, 51 seconds
Jennifer Lawrence, Ryan Gosling, Honey G... Have All Seen Your Face!
A listener has spotted themselves in a picture on the wall at Radio 1, so Greg decides to write a list of all the famous people who would have seen their face.Plus, Comedian Lloyd Griffith is answering calls in the Radio 1 Phone Room.
10/22/2018 • 17 minutes, 50 seconds
It's Not A Train Set!!
Little Mix's Leigh-Anne took part in the final instalment of the People vs Little Mix, taking on Adam in a challenge that involved gargling the Strictly Come Dancing theme song. We also got the verdict on new TV show The Great Model Railway Challenge from listener Becca, and Greg imagined what Lord Sugar would sound like if he appeared on Live At The Apollo.
10/18/2018 • 19 minutes, 58 seconds
Jack's No Cheetah!
It's day 3 of The People vs Little Mix and Perrie takes on listener Jack in an animal spelling game. Plus The Fact Controller is back and whatever you do, don't touch your belly button!!
10/17/2018 • 15 minutes, 41 seconds
Jade and Jayd
Day 2 of The People vs. Little Mix features Jade doing an amazing rendition of a Macklemore rap. Also comedian Jayd Adam is in Radio 1’s Phone Room giving a listener a very operatic shout out.
10/16/2018 • 16 minutes, 57 seconds
The People Versus Little Mix: Ellie v Jesy
All this week, Greg pits members of Little Mix against members of the public in: 'The People Versus Little Mix'.Today, Jesy from Little Mix tests her memory skills against listener Ellie... but was the challenge won through foul play?Elsewhere, Greg finds out whether Stuart (our man behind the scenes at Strictly) managed to pull off his clapping challenge over the weekend.Plus, why is host of 'The Chase' Bradley Walsh still asking so many questions on Doctor Who?
10/15/2018 • 14 minutes, 56 seconds
Unfinished Business: The Great Dinosaur Debate
Nat's Unpopular Opinion is that dinosaurs aren't real... George (aged 5) tries to persuade her otherwise.The BBC News broke! Was it really due to a technical error... or was it down to 'The Curse of the Dog's Head'?Plus, will Danny finally answer the phone when the Gecko calls.... at 5am?!
10/11/2018 • 14 minutes, 26 seconds
Gecko Calling!
A doctor in Hawaii was concerned when she saw 9 voicemails from a number – it was a gecko calling her! The gecko didn’t sound how Greg thought it would and called some listeners with the gecko. Also another edition of The Fact Controller which includes ham birds and cash dispensing video games.
10/9/2018 • 11 minutes, 17 seconds
Any Aliens Out Tonight?
Greg launches an investigation into Strictly Come Clapping! He also imagines what it would be like if Bradley Walsh went full-on quiz mode during last night’s episode of Dr Who, and speaks to Roisin Hastie about her fake Christmas.
10/8/2018 • 13 minutes, 30 seconds
Romesh Ranganathan Mans The Phones
Romesh Ranganathan is in Radio 1’s Phone Room and Greg confirms that CABBAGES ARE CURSED! Also, one listener claims cold toast is better than hot toast in Unpopular Opinion.
10/4/2018 • 15 minutes, 17 seconds
Jodie Whittaker and Cursed Cabbages
Jodie Whittaker plays What’s My Age Again And BEWARE OF CABBAGES! Greg thinks they bring bad luck so we spoke to a lorry driver with 20 TONNES of cabbages. He’s prepared to test the theory tonight by be leaving one on his neighbour’s doorstep as payback for their yappy dog. Find out tomorrow if there really is a cabbage curse…
10/3/2018 • 19 minutes, 55 seconds
Googly Eyed Hollywood Horse
Greg recreates the sound of a horse rampaging through a French restaurant, launches an investigation into the "Hollywood Handshake" and talks to listener Bea who has a habit of sticking googly eyes on everything.
10/2/2018 • 16 minutes, 35 seconds
The Clean Bandit Spa & Rita Ora
Listener Becca phoned up about her weekend working at Bridlington Spa where Clean Bandit were playing. To their shock there was no actual spa at the venue so they actually went and bought everything to build their own sauna on the beach! – Greg had to phone up Grace from Clean Bandit to confirm this! Plus, Inspired by the lady herself, we got Rita Ora in to judge some listeners taking on Impossible Karaoke.
10/1/2018 • 20 minutes, 15 seconds
Matchmaking with Olly Alexander
Greg chats to Olly from Years & Years about what's in his fridge, and gets him to play Matchmaking, where listeners hope to be Olly's perfect match.
9/27/2018 • 13 minutes, 31 seconds
Not So Brightside
Another round of Unpopular Opinion condemns a Killers classic, we speak to a whale expert (well sort of) and Her Majesty The Queen stirs a dark memory within Greg.
9/26/2018 • 10 minutes, 25 seconds
Mo Gilligan Likes Bad Jokes
Greg Got Married! But what did he do on his one day honeymoon? Also comedian Mo Gilligan mans the Radio 1 Phones and The Fact Controller is back.
9/25/2018 • 17 minutes, 46 seconds
Graffiti and Bum-Trees
On a bridge over the M25 in London a famous piece of graffiti was removed to great anger from the locals. This prompted Greg to ask for your hometown landmarks - not the cathedrals and monuments, but the odd things. Plus, Radio 1's movie buff Ali Plumb has posed some ridiculous questions to Jack Black and Cate Blanchett.
9/20/2018 • 14 minutes, 17 seconds
Game Of Phones With Matty From The 1975
Game Of Phones player Ashley gets through to Matty from The 1975 and asks if he likes guacamole, Tiffany Haddish has a very strange vocal warm-up exercise and Kanye has announced he is moving (to a ridiculously OTT reaction) so we ask "where are you moving to?" and see if it has the same effect.
9/19/2018 • 12 minutes, 21 seconds
Unpopular Opinon with Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish
It's a fiery round of Unpopular Opinion with movie stars Kevin Hart and Tiffany Haddish. Plus, have we really been saying Chrissy Teigen's name wrong all this time? Are there other names we've been getting wrong too?
9/18/2018 • 10 minutes, 38 seconds
How Dairy!
Greg is fascinated by another Gregg - Gregg Wallace and how happy he gets visiting factories. Also what on earth is in Fiona Bruce's box and was Joan of Arc married to Noah? We find out from The Fact Controller.
9/17/2018 • 13 minutes, 6 seconds
Richard Madden & Samuel L Jackson
Greg chats to Richard Madden (from BBC Radio Lincolnshire), Sam Smith (from Chesterfield) and Joanna Lumley (from Sheffield) as he builds his new database of listeners with famous names. Also he has new favourite TV show - Ill Gotten Gains!
9/13/2018 • 13 minutes, 16 seconds
Katherine Ryan In The Radio 1 Phone Room
Greg's fourth favourite comedian Katherine Ryan is on the Radio 1 phone lines and gives advice on cat names and mortgages. Plus Roisin Hastie from Newsbeat AKA The Fact Controller is here to tell us that Barry Manilow has always had the same head and that cows do NOT lay eggs.
9/12/2018 • 19 minutes, 49 seconds
Honky Tonky Winky Wonky Donkey!
Unpopular Opinions - What opinions do you have that leave everyone aghast? Today we heard some shockers. Also today's Viral Granny, Jackie, reads the Winky Wonky Donkey story to her grandchildren.
9/11/2018 • 7 minutes, 39 seconds
Game Of Phones With Prue Leith
Great British Bake Off judge Prue Leith was the latest victim of Game Of Phones and so listener Katherine got to call her. But! Will she remember Greg's Monster Mash impression of her from last year?
9/10/2018 • 9 minutes, 8 seconds
Pass The Pasty - The Finale
The day of reckoning is here! The Pasty's journey is on the last leg of it's 671 mile journey and pipers, soldiers and chefs are at Sarah's house to greet it. But will it get there on time? And if so, will Sarah even like it? We find out in the conclusion of Pass The Pasty.
9/6/2018 • 22 minutes, 44 seconds
Pasties, Trains & Automobiles
Firstly on foot, then by car, then by bicycle, but snowboards and steam trains? Only if we can get the pasty there on time and time is running out! Pass The Pasty continues as Greg tries to get a Cornish pasty from Cornwall to Sarah in Aberdeenshire.
9/5/2018 • 23 minutes, 25 seconds
Louis Tomlinson Helps To Pass The Pasty
The pasty's journey to Aberdeenshire continues with the help of One Direction and X Factor judge Louis Tomlinson and Olympic silver medallist Jon Mould, but how far will it get?
9/4/2018 • 16 minutes, 43 seconds
Pass The Pasty Is On!!
Last week we heard the devastating news that listener Sarah has never eaten a pasty! Greg decides this is not right so embarks on a mission to get a fresh pasty to her in Aberdeenshire - all the way from Cornwall, by using the power of the Radio 1 Listeners. The journey for the little pastry delight begins on a ferry to Rock. #PassThePasty
9/3/2018 • 15 minutes, 49 seconds
I Have Never… Had A Pasty
Sarah has never eaten a pasty. She’s blaming living miles away from Cornwall for this.
8/30/2018 • 8 minutes, 4 seconds
Iain Stirling answers the Radio 1 phones.
Comedian & the voice of Love Island Iain Stirling mans the phones.
8/29/2018 • 11 minutes, 5 seconds
Can you guess Jade from Little Mix’s Phone Number? Listener Matt did!
Guess the missing number, speak to a celeb. It's a game we call Game of Phones.
8/28/2018 • 9 minutes, 24 seconds
The Greg James Podcast: Chloë Grace Moretz
Amber's mum won't take her to Thorpe Park so we got Chloë to call her to change her mind.
8/23/2018 • 11 minutes, 55 seconds
Under The Moon
It was Julia's turn for The Banana Guards in Yesterday's Quiz and it's fair to say, it all went a bit Pete Tong for her!
8/22/2018 • 5 minutes, 51 seconds
Fan Y Big or Fan Y Small? - The Result
Fan Y Big was a mountain but now it's not!! On today's show Greg sent Ranger James up Fan Y Big to try make it a mountain again but before the show finished James disappeared into the mountain mist. What happened? All is revealed in this podcast.
8/21/2018 • 5 minutes, 52 seconds
The Grand Opening
It's finally here! Radio 1 Breakfast with Greg James roars to life with a very special first guest, but who will it be? Also Joe Lycette joins us to take your calls, Calvin Harris is the target in a new feature called Game Of Phones and The Red Arrows arrive for a spectacular fly-past.
8/20/2018 • 50 minutes, 53 seconds
A New Show - A New Podcast
As Greg plumps up the cushions of the biggest chair in radio and becomes the new host of The Radio 1 Breakfast Show, he brings news of a brand new daily podcast.