Dishonest Fun: The Circle's Official Podcast

Interview with Winner

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 22:40:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by the winner of Season 3 of the Circle! THIS EPISODE REVEALS THE WINNER... IF YOU DON'T KNOW WHO WINS DO NOT READ ON!

Natalya Platanova reflects on her time in The Circle catfishing, competing and flirting as she pretended to be a 29-year-old paratrooper named Felix. Natalya talks about entering The Circle with Dot and the close friendship they developed, her relationship with Manrika and how she feels about winning £100,000.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else production for Channel 4.

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The Big Reveal

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by drag queen Crystal, comedian Jen Ives and relationship expert Paul Carrick Brunson to discuss the art of the reveal. Crystal talks about coming out as a drag queen and Jen shares her experience of coming out as a trans woman, Paul talks about the importance of being true to yourself. They discuss playing with identities online, why it’s sometimes easier to take risks onstage and why the Circle is actually like doing drag!

This episode contains adult themes and explicit language from the start

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Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

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Escaping Through The Screen

Mon, 05 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by Celebrity Circler and all round entertainer Denise van Outen, season 2 Circler Woody Cook, and our resident social psychologist Aleks Krotoski to discuss the ups and downs of isolation. Denise reveals how far her online shopping has gone, Woody opens up about the importance of Denny the dog, and Aleks explains the reasoning behind it all.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Denise van Outen

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Woody Cook

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Aleks Krotoski

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How to Win Friends and Influence People

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by comedian Munya Chawawa , DJ Arielle Free along with neuroscientist Ash Ranpura to discuss how and why we are influenced by people, on and offline. Munya discusses his rapid rise to success and admits he used to lie to seem more influential . Arielle tells how she has been a bad influence after a couple of drinks and why she loves people who keep it real on instagram.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Munya Chawawa

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Arielle Free

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Ash Ranpura

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Who Can You Trust?

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by DJ and presenter Snoochie Shy, season 2 Circler Tim Wilson, and our resident social psychologist Aleks Krotoski to discuss trust. Snoochie talks about how to be trustworthy online, Tim discusses vibe-based trust, and Aleks explains the psychology behind it all.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Snoochie Shy

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Tim Wilson

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Aleks Krotoski

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Plenty of Catfish in the Sea!

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by Celeb Circle players Sam Thompson and Pete Wicks, to discuss their experience of catfishing both in the Circle and in real life. The boys discuss their experience of playing Rachel Riley, their love of winning and the catfishes in Series 3. They’re joined by social psychologist Aleks Krotoski who gives us insights into the why, how and who of catfishing through the ages.

This episode has plenty of very strong language and discussion of adult themes from the start!

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Sam Thompson

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When Two Tribes Go To War

Mon, 22 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by Blue member Duncan James, season 2 circler Ella May, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura to discuss all things tribal. Duncan talks about Blue’s fanbase, the Blue Army, Ella spills the beans (or should we say grapes) on a bizarre group she’s formed, and Ash explains the reasoning behind it all.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Alex Hobern

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Duncan James

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Ella May

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Ash Ranpura

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Double Lives

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by comedian Shazia Mirza, DJ Manara, and neuroscientist Ash Ranpura to discuss their experience of leading double lives, on and off line. Shazia talks about how she pivoted from being a science teacher to a standup comedian, and her parents' response to her chosen career. DJ Manara talks about keeping her identity as a DJ hidden for fear of family disapproval.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Shazia Mirza

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Manara

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Ash Ranpura

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Dissecting the Celebrity Final

Tue, 16 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by celebrity Circler Melvin Odoom and social psychologist Aleks Krotoski to dissect the final episode of the Celebrity Circle. They’ll be popping the champagne and plotting the winner’s path to victory, as Melvin reveals what it was really like to be sat round that table, and Aleks explains the emotions behind it all.

SPOILER ALERT: This episode reveals the winner of the Celebrity Circle, so if you haven’t watched the final episode yet, head over to All 4.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

The Celebrity Circle is in aid of Stand Up To Cancer, a joint national fundraising campaign from Cancer Research UK and Channel 4 that brings the UK together to speed up progress in life-saving research.

Cancer can affect anyone’s life, at any time, We only have one option; accelerate life-saving research. Your donations do that. Now is the time to Stand Up To Cancer. Donate now here!

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Aleks Krotoski

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Winning At Life!

Sat, 13 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by presenter and comedian Sideman, YouTuber George Mason, and author and public speaker Stef Sword-Williams, to discuss the competitive side of human nature. Sideman reveals how much money he’d need to have ‘won at life’, catfish extraordinaire George shares his catfishing methods, and Stef reveals a family secret that once featured on her CV.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Cancer can affect anyone’s life, at any time, We only have one option; accelerate life-saving research. Your donations do that. Now is the time to Stand Up To Cancer. Donate now here!

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Alex Hobern

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Duncan James

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Fern Brady

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Paul Carrick Brunson

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Flirting + Banter = Flanter!

Fri, 12 Mar 2021 01:00:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by Celebrity Circle player Duncan James, comedian Fern Brady and dating guru Paul Carrick Brunson, as they discuss their approach to flirting, in real life and online. In the second episode of Dishonest Fun, Duncan and Fern explain the difference between flirting with men and women, the role of dick pics, and the trusty DM slide. Paul spills the goss on the best flirt he’s seen on Celebs Go Dating and the difference between flirting and charisma.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Cancer can affect anyone’s life, at any time, We only have one option; accelerate life-saving research. Your donations do that. Now is the time to Stand Up To Cancer. Donate now at channel4.com/su2c

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Alex Hobern

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Duncan James

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Fern Brady

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Paul Carrick Brunson

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First Impressions

Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:10:00 GMT

Alex Hobern is joined by celebrity Circlers Rickie and Melvin, and social psychologist Aleks Krotoski, as they attempt to make a good first impression with you! Rickie recounts a royal meeting, Melvin admits to leading a double life online, and Aleks explains the reasoning behind it all, in the first episode of Dishonest Fun.

The Circle is streaming on All 4 now.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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Alex Hobern

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Rickie Haywood-Williams

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Melvin Odoom

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Aleks Krotoski

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Coming soon...

Fri, 05 Mar 2021 18:05:48 GMT

Dishonest Fun is the official podcast for Channel 4’s The Circle. Series 1 winner Alex Hobern hosts this exploration of the devious and cheeky sides of human behaviour. Each episode he is joined by a panel of celebrities, comedians, and experts to tackle the moral dilemmas and compelling quandaries that arise in The Circle. Think catfishing for cash, flirting for favours, and creating secret second lives online…

Subscribe now to catch the first episode of Dishonest Fun on Wednesday 10th March.

Dishonest Fun is a Somethin’ Else Production for Channel 4.

The Circle

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