The Podclarkes

33 - Houses!

Thu, 04 Apr 2024 23:00:04 GMT

In which we hear about houses, houses and more houses! It's houses all the way down... and they go all the way to the top! Why is it spelled houses but pronounced howziz? Don't listen if you want to find out, we don't answer that question here. Enjoy!

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32 - Magnaminious

Fri, 01 Mar 2024 00:00:01 GMT

Guess who's back, back again? No, not him, but us! After an unplanned holiday, we return to discuss, well, holidays. We hear about childhood trips from the parents, the original spark (or lack thereof) of their international move, and when I had to make a nail biting choice between being cold and peaceful, or warm and disturbed.

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31 - A Fist Full Of Dollars

Fri, 01 Dec 2023 00:00:22 GMT

We delve deeper into Shtee's experience at the Presidential Prayer Breakfast, how simplicity is often the answer, and some genial chat about the early internet. No spoilers, but we discuss the dial up tone at one point and I promised to insert it at the end of the episode, which I did. The particular recording I yoinked was recorded by William Termini on his iMac G3, and I found the recording from this blog post by Oona Räisänen which breaks down the sound of dial up into it's component parts, displays them visually, and explains what each part is. Fantastic, ain't it?

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30 - Staying At The Hilton Suite

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 00:00:29 GMT

It's not Bertie, it's just episode thirty. We get a live reading of an historic document, learn about the dangers of being available around movers and shakers, and a couple of presidentially-adjacent stories... yowzer.

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29 - Plane Sailing

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 23:00:18 GMT

Feeling fine at episode twenty-nine. We hear about yet another mid-air drama and discuss our family holiday to South Africa. Show note: the wing-walker Shtee mentions is Gladys Ingle.

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28 - Cherie Blair and Chelsea Clinton

Thu, 31 Aug 2023 23:00:31 GMT

In episode 28 a speech is written but not read, a peanut allergy is mentioned but not heeded, and Shtee feels the allure of power... dangerous times in The Podclarkes!

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27 - Some Very Special Sticks

Thu, 03 Aug 2023 23:00:54 GMT

For the twenty seventh episode, Shtee tells us about some precious cargo he dumped in his car boot, something surprising hidden up a sleeve, and a why launches are good, but in one case, less so. Also Mutts sounds like she's down a well for no particular reason.

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26 - Education Saves Lives

Thu, 06 Jul 2023 23:00:20 GMT

This time it's all about a secret spy spilling secret spy secrets! Or something. Also we hear more detail about the project that took up 15 years of Shtee's working life, Education Saves Lives. You can learn more about them and what they're up to now on their website: https://educationsaveslives.org/

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25 - Rwanda

Thu, 01 Jun 2023 23:00:59 GMT

In this episode we are promised one great story, but we get a couple of bonuses too! We hear about all Shtee's hopes being pinned on one international logistics operation, an unfortunate case of mistaken pedal identity, and a hitchhiker who answered a prayer.

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24 - It Was A Stuffed Parrot

Thu, 04 May 2023 23:00:41 GMT

As the Clarke siblings demonstrate by their mere existence, good things come in twos. So here's another episode feat. Mutts! This time we hear about Shtee quitting his job and learning something about himself, Mutt's ability to balance the scales of life, and Shtee's once in a lifetime trip that he wouldn't want to make again anyway thank you very much.

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23 - The Water Butt is Half Full

Thu, 06 Apr 2023 23:00:01 GMT

Sound the horn! The horn of triumph and of a new Podclarkes episode feat. special guest Mutts! This time we hear some snippets of life from when we were young'uns - including a gruesome tale (with a skip warning), an American choir, more cars (of course), and yet another mid-air drama (when will they end?!). See you next time!

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22 - A Slice Of Life In Pakistan

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 23:58:07 GMT

In which we hear about an enthusiastic tea-spiller, a food related problem, and a bonus mid-air drama. We also touch on the Climate Change topic which we want to do more of. So keep us honest, and tune in today. Actually don't because we aren't on the radio. But do listen on Spotify! Or wherever you get podcasts.

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21 - Letters From Thailand

Fri, 03 Feb 2023 00:00:46 GMT

In episode 21 of The Podclarkes, Shtee reads some excerpts of letters sent between him and Mutts, we talk about some of his best wheels 'n' deals, and an unexpected amount of horror chat for a family podcast. And to round it off, a surprise tear! (and not the ripping paper kind, either...)

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20 - A Continuum Of Seriousness

Fri, 06 Jan 2023 00:00:54 GMT

Double-double-digits calls for enthusiasm! We talk about obeying rules, the silliness of some fears, and hear about Shtee making an impromptu visit to remote Pakistan, and the balance of being in power vs our perception of those in power. Big stuff! There's also a rabbid cat. Or is there?? Thanks for listening!

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19 - The Battle of Barentu

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 00:00:34 GMT

19 is un neuf! We chat indistinctly about primary school memories, then we hear a sobering witness account of the aftermath of the battle of Barentu, and round it off with an oversubscribed plane with one lucky upgradee.

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18 - Birth of a Nation

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 00:00:54 GMT

This month you're getting a nose-bleed life-hack you didn't know you needed to know, an unsolicited philosophical observation about power, and memories of Elizabeth the chef who is, in fact, not a person...

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17 - Egypt Edventure

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 23:00:23 GMT

In which we hear about Mutts 'n' Shtee being very nice to border control, followed by a trip to the unfamous Egyptian Perfume Factory, and finally Shtee's visit to Buckingham Palace for a tea party. What more could you want in a 17th episode??

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16 - Try To Be Someone Who Helps

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 23:00:46 GMT

Crumbs on a stick, it's sweet, sweet episode 16! We hear about Shtee & Mutt's moving into their first home, their first career moves in the new area, and two opposing outcomes to two similar situations.

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15 - And Of Course There Was POB

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 23:00:49 GMT

Shtevie takes a break from the chronological order of things and we discuss that most transportable of things, cars! We hear how Shtee was nearly zapped by an electric car, his ingenious early-adoption of the car phone concept, and... oh yes, that time he cut a car in half. Same old same old.

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14 - The Photo Could Have Been A Dog

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 23:00:38 GMT

Wotcher. Super special guest star (Auntie) Rosie Clarke features, and we hear stories about Shtee's attempts to do eight border crossings without his passport, an aviation industry secret NO-ONE wants you to KNOW, and a photo that... well you've read the title. And more!

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13 - Pinks and Blues and Rainbow Hues

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 23:00:09 GMT

The luckiest episode! In that it is not unlucky, yet is episode 13. That's lucky right?! Feat. some tangential chat about Tommy's annual running habits (we thankfully skip over his date of birth this time), a barrel is scraped and in it a treasure is found, Shtee talks about setting up a refugee camp in Sudan, and his favourite airport landings, amongst other adventures.

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12 - The Strongest Link

Thu, 05 May 2022 23:00:54 GMT

We had a COVID induced break but we're back with a new episode! Hip-hip, yahoo! This time we hear more about Shtee's parents, a controversial orphanage rescue mission, and a few more details of the Shtee & Mutts Origin Story (including a nail biting ring purchase).

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11 - Stew à la Mongozo

Fri, 04 Mar 2022 00:00:39 GMT

Two tall men, episode eleven! Shtee wends his way back to home soil eventually, but not without event! Re-appearing meals is an unfortunate recurrent theme this month, but there is also a heartening message or two hidden amongst the chaos.

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10 - The Movie Version

Fri, 04 Feb 2022 10:46:22 GMT

In this double-digit episode we get some excellent bee keeping tips, hear about the surprising generosity of a stranger, and get regaled about Shtee's chaotically epic departure from Zambia, featuring a bus journey to remember...

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9 - A Christmas Cracker

Fri, 07 Jan 2022 00:00:18 GMT

You'd never guess it at this time of year, but it's a CHRISTMAS themed episode. We hear about Shtee's childhood traditions, some unexpected yuletide tears, and how he ended up in the Philippines for his most memorable Christmas Eve to date. For anyone listening with kids, this episode contains spoilers.

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8 - A Matter of Death and Life

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 00:00:06 GMT

WARNING: this episode contains three tales that are spooky, funny and downright terrifying. From a childhood story where a dictionary comes to the rescue, to drama at Victoria Falls in Zambia there’s lots to enjoy.

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7 - A Spangly Affair in Zambia

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 07:00:05 GMT

In which Stephen thankfully skips over how to make a chicken and onion dinner from only two ingredients, while covering his early working life in Zambia.

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6 - Besieged With Oil Puddles

Fri, 01 Oct 2021 06:00:44 GMT

Mixing it up with episode six! Except not, it's really more of the same... We hear about Shtee's University exploits, including that time his car mysteriously ended up somewhere it really shouldn't, the bizarre twist of fate that meant he passed his driving test after just two weeks, and the we prepare to spring board into the nonsense that has been his adult life. This episode features the question "What is a tree and how does it work?" (although it isn't really answered, so if you've come here for answers, I am so sorry).

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5 - Meet Andrew, A Very Phone-y Friend

Fri, 03 Sep 2021 06:00:26 GMT

Wotcha! By fortuitous circumstance, Andrew, Shtee's bezzie from school days, and a large influence on Shtee's adventurous tendencies, happened to drop in for a holiday. It seemed too good an opportunity to miss, so here's our first special guest star episode, featuring Andrew. We discuss some of their early japes together, including a few illegal (or at least very morally questionable) tricks, an unlikely honeymoon endeavour, and how they were the first people ever (probably) to send a social email.

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4 - How To Launder Money, The Legal Way

Fri, 06 Aug 2021 06:00:24 GMT

Want more? Try episode four! In this accidentally extended edition of The Podclarkes, Shtee recounts to us a number of tales from his childhood jobs, including how he earned a surprising reward for being one of Surrey's best paperboys. A later story reveals how he set up a perfectly innocent and legal money laundering system with tips on how you can too! Honestly.

We also talk about Yes Friends, a sustainable clothing brand that's worth shouting about. Read more about them here: https://yesfriends.co.uk

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3 - Three Mid-air Dramas

Fri, 07 May 2021 06:00:01 GMT

Oh Joy, Oh Jubilation, another episode for the nation, from the nation's favourite podcast called The Podclarkes! Episode three contains not one, not even two, BUT THREE (yes, dear reader, THREE) mid-air dramas. But you're a pro and knew that already from the episode title didn't you you clever thing. But I bet you didn't know it also includes a very special segment titled "how many things can your face carry?". Thought not. Give us a listen to find out just what that means!

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2 - Mrs. Longbottom and the Chamber of Hot Toilet Water

Fri, 02 Apr 2021 05:00:14 GMT

“Hoorah!” the crowd shouts, for here is the not very long-awaited sequel to episode one of The Podclarkes! This is episode two, where we hear about Dad exploring a creepy abandoned hospital at nightfall, our first family home, and the neighbour who required some help with a couple of mysterious anomalies… Steve Clarke to the rescue! We also discuss the wins and woes of different generations hoping to get on the property ladder. Caution: this episode contains a very special guest.

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1 - Sliding Doors Moments

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 19:12:57 GMT

The first ever episode! Wow. Just like Bitcoin, someday you'll look back and think I'M SO GLAD I WAS A PART OF THIS FROM THE BEGINNING. Or you'll say "what on earth is this, no thanks". Either way here we are. This episodes stories include the topics of unexpected life paths, breaking into a school, practical and impractical body dimensions and more general chit-chat.

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