That Was The Week That Was, Was It?

Athena Kugblenu

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 16:07:17 GMT

Episode 4 of series 3 has bounced into your face and Alex and Hayley are joined by stand up comedian and writer Athena Kugblenu!

We talk about sand, museums, drugs and wedding outfits. Because, why not.

Also, Alex has internet issues! Hooray!

Guest: Athena Kugblenu (@athenakugblenu)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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David Tyler

Sun, 02 Oct 2022 22:59:00 GMT

Episode 3 of series 3 bursts into your ears as soon as you press play on your listening device. And joining Alex and Emi is a comedy producer who has worked on such classic UK comedies as Paul Merton: The Series, Spitting Image, Absolutely, Dinnerladies and The Tony Ferrino Phenomenon... it's David Tyler!

We chat about New York, Edinburgh and being... 'that guy'.

Guest: David Tyler (@DavidTylerPozz)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Maïa Dunphy

Sun, 18 Sep 2022 22:59:00 GMT

Episode 2 of series 3 has arrived and Alex and Hayley have a lovely chat with Irish broadcaster, producer, podcaster and lovely person, Maïa Dunphy!

We discuss charity, helping the environment, underwhelming movies, sweating too much and also a certain 80s singer.

It's a cracking episode.

Guest: Maïa Dunphy (@maiadunphy)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt.

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Steven Page

Sun, 04 Sep 2022 22:59:36 GMT

WE ARE BACK!

And what a treat with have for you! This episode we welcome singer, songwriter, Canadian and legend Steven Page. Alex and Emi ask him all about his week, his new album and his UK tour.

It's a good un!

Guest: Steven Page (@stevenpage)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Kate O'Sullivan

Sun, 29 May 2022 22:59:00 GMT

Episode 14 is here! For this episode Alex and Emi are joined by master impressionist and voice of Maybelline, L'Oreal, Absolute Radio and LOTS more... It's the wonderful Kate O'Sulllivan!

We discuss tennis, accents, NDAs (shush) and fitted sheets.

It's a right old laugh and no mistake.

Guest: Kate O'Sullivan (@kateOShullivan)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional Vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Steve Nallon

Mon, 23 May 2022 00:31:47 GMT

We're back! Yes, after a short hiatus, we have returned! And do we have a show for you? Yes. Yes we do.

Joining Alex and Emi for this episode is author, impressionist and Spitting Image legend, Steve Nallon!

Yes, the voice of such legendary Spitting Image puppets as Bruce Forsyth, Roy Hattersley and, most importantly, Margaret Thatcher tells us all about his week, plus we discuss his new book 'The Time That Never Was'... (go to www.swidgers.com for more info!)

(There is a lot of talk about time travel, as well...)

It's a lovely chat (and our longest episode yet)

Guest: Steve Nallon (@SteveNallon)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional vocal stylings by Hayley Pettitt.

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Best of #1

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 23:07:28 GMT

Our latest episode is a wonderful 'Best Of' collection of the funniest and loveliest bits of the last year and a bit.

So sit back, relax, take your shirt off and enjoy!

Guests - Lewis Macleod, Charlie Higson, Colin Mochrie, Jon Holmes, Ria Lina, Jake Yapp, Alasdair Beckett-King, Lucy Porter, Alison Ward, Ross Lee and Curtis Stigers.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright, Emi Webber, Hayley Pettitt and Kate O'Connor

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Françoise Pascal

Sun, 03 Apr 2022 22:59:00 GMT

Here comes episode 12... and we have a bona fide legend on the show. Actress, producer, model and ~~legend~~, Françoise Pascal is our guest! The star of the classic sitcom Mind Your Language and such films as There's a Girl in My Soup tells us all about her week.

There is a lot of sandwiches.

Guest: Françoise Pascal (@Fpascal)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Hayley Pettitt

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Darren Altman

Sun, 27 Mar 2022 22:59:00 GMT

Episode 11 of Series 2... and we have a treat for you. Joining Alex and Hayley is voice artist, impressionist and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist, Darren Altman!

He tells us all about his week, which includes Sean Connery, hot baths, radio presenting, dead hamsters and a kitten.

Enjoy!

Guest: Darren Altman (@darrenaltman)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Hayley Pettitt

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Mike McShane

Mon, 21 Mar 2022 09:45:16 GMT

Episode 10 of Series 2 swings into view with it's trousers hoisted high. This week, Alex and Emi are joined by the improv comedy legend from the original UK version of Whose Line Is It Anyway? and many films such as Robin Hood: Prince Of Thieves, Office Space and A Bug's Life... It's Mike McShane!

We discuss his week and theatrical whathaveyous... including his upcoming tour with Paul Merton's Impro Chums.

FUN!

Guest: Mike McShane (@thismikemcshane)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Emi Webber

Additional Vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Georgie Morrell

Sun, 06 Mar 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 9 of Series 2 and Alex and Hayley are joined by stand up comedian and actor Georgie Morrell.

We discussed covid, knackered boilers and birthdays.

Guest: Georgie Morrell (@TheGMorrell)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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Greg Scott

Sun, 27 Feb 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 8 of series 2 is nigh! In fact, it's here.

Alex and Hayley are joined by former warm up guy for Countdown, voiceover artiste and Quizmania legend, Greg Scott!

He tells us about his windy week.

(Warning: This episode does contain potentially sensitive material regarding cancer and IVF.)

Guest: Greg Scott (@GregScottTV)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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Curtis Stigers

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Here comes a real treat for you... Alex and Hayley are joined by musician, singer and 'jazz legend' (he loves that title) Curtis Stigers!

He tells us all about his week... and it covers covid, cleaning bedrooms, dumb dogs, lipstick and Jarvis Cocker. Plus everything else in between!

It is an amazing episode.

Guest: Curtis Stigers (@curtisstigers)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Hayley Pettitt.

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Mike Fielding

Sun, 20 Feb 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Here is episode 6 and Alex and Emi have the absolute pleasure of being joined by The Mighty Boosh's very own Naboo the Enigma: Mike Fielding!

He tells us all about his week, There is a lot of scrapes with birds and foods.

Guest: Mike Fielding (@MikeFielding9)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Emi Webber

Additional vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Ariane Sherine

Sun, 13 Feb 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 5 and love is in the air! We celebrate Valentine's Day by learning all about our guests exciting new love story. And who is our guest? Only comedian and journalist Ariane Sherine!

Ariane tells us all about the ins and outs (oooh, matron) of her week... it is SO ROMANTIC.

Guest: Ariane Sherine (@arianesherine)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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Alex Lowe

Sun, 06 Feb 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 4, anyone? Joining Alex and Emi for this episode is the man, the myth, the legend... Alex Lowe! Yes, the man behind Clinton Baptiste, Barry from Watford and almost every comedy show from the UK.

Here Alex talks about his week and how a certain report has almost ruined it...

...oh, and a naughty judge...

Enjoy.

Guest: Alex Lowe (@alexlowe51)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional vocals by Hayley Pettitt

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Scott Capurro

Sun, 30 Jan 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 3 of Series 2 is here! Joining Alex and Emi to discuss their week is the fabulously outspoken stand up comedian Scott Capurro!

This episode does contain very strong language and themes that some people may find offensive/enjoy immensely.

Guest: Scott Capurro (@scottcapurro)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional vocals by Hayley Pettitt (sorry I made you say those things...)

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Miranda Kane

Sun, 23 Jan 2022 23:59:00 GMT

Episode 2 of Series 2 is here and it's a humdinger. Joining Alex and Emi for this one is Comedian and Actor Miranda Kane. You may know her from her hugely successful series 'Slaving Away' on audible.

We talk about many things, including sexy goings on on Quantum Leap.

Guest: Miranda Kane (@miri_kane)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Emi Webber

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Chris Devon

Sun, 09 Jan 2022 23:59:00 GMT

We're back! Series 2 for 2022! And joining us for this first episode is voice actor Chris Devon.

It's a moist one.

Guest: Chris Devon (@mrschrisdevon)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Emi Webber

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Lucy Porter

Sun, 21 Nov 2021 23:59:00 GMT

For episode 17 we are joined by the absolutely wonderful Lucy Porter.

We discuss her week, which involves yoga, farting, Cannes, Hot Tubs and other things.

Guest: Lucy Porter (@lucyportercomic)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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Alasdair Beckett-King

Sun, 07 Nov 2021 23:59:00 GMT

Our guest for this episode is Alasdair Beckett-King, the guy from all those youtube videos, stand up and Mock The Week.

He chats to Alex and Emi and tells us all about asbestos, wicker and friend Qqqqqq.

Guest: Alasdair Beckett-King (@MisterABK)

Hosts: Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional Vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Jake Yapp

Sun, 24 Oct 2021 22:59:00 GMT

Episode 15 has got the lot... marriage counselling, chick sexing, throat slitting... erm... Chinese food... the LOT.

Joining us for this episode is comedian, composer, podcaster and, yes, vegan... Jake Yapp!

He chats to Alex and Hayley (and another surprise guest) about what his week was like.

It is an experience.

Guest; Jake Yapp (@jakeyapp)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

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Charlie Higson

Sun, 10 Oct 2021 22:59:00 GMT

Making episode 14 of That Was The Week That Was, Was It? is a lot like making love to a beautiful woman. First, set a date and make sure your wife can join you both in the fun. Then, when you're both comfortable and ready, chat to the star and co-creator of The Fast Show, author of numerous books, producer of great television and all round lovely guy, Charlie Higson and ask him how his week was.

Then, when you've finished gushing, exchange contact details and remember to request an invoice.

Guest: Charlie Higson (@monstroso)

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Additional Vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Lee Brace

Sun, 26 Sep 2021 22:59:18 GMT

Episode 13 is here and joining Alex and Hayley is the comedian and actor Lee Brace, star of the brilliant award winning 'Silent Lee' short films and the recent video game 'Last Stop'.

We discuss wrestling, gardening and jenga (not at the same time).

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

Guest: Lee Brace (@Bracealmighty)

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Ross Lee

Sun, 12 Sep 2021 22:59:34 GMT

Here is episode 12... and it has a story to tell. Technical issues, recorded over 2 nights and ultimately, such a lovely, lovely insane chat.

Our guest is the comedian Ross Lee, he off of Balls of Steel, The Pranker, Ross Lee's Ghoulies and the upcoming movie The Bubble. He chats to Alex and Emi and tells us all about his week and everything else.

It's chaos... but in a good way.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Guest: Ross Lee (@rossleebonebag)

Additional Vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Ria Lina

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 08:59:06 GMT

Episode 11 is amongst us! And Hayley Pettitt is on co-hosting duties for the first time! Joining Alex and Hayley is the wonderfully funny comedian Ria Lina. We discuss bathrooms, sending children away and frowning at things.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Hayley Pettitt

Guest: Ria Lina (@rialina_)

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Greg Proops

Sun, 15 Aug 2021 22:59:20 GMT

Episode 10 time and joining Alex and Emi is the legend from Whose Line Is It Anyway?, Star Wars Episode 1, The Nightmare Before Christmas and the self proclaimed Smartest Man In The World (it's a podcast)... Greg Proops!

We chat about food mostly.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Guest: Greg Proops (@GregProops)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Lance Fuller

Sun, 01 Aug 2021 23:11:08 GMT

Episode 9 is here and joining Alex and Emi is the voice of Mason Lane in Cold Case Crime Cuts and also features in numerous video games and audiobooks, Lance Fuller!

We chat about video games and poop.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Guest: Lance Fuller (@lfuller)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Lewis Macleod

Sun, 18 Jul 2021 23:04:59 GMT

Episode 8 has arrived and Alex and his temporary stand in host Emi are joined by the wonderful Lewis Macleod! Yes, he who has lent his voice to such things as Star Wars, Postman Pat, Spitting Image and Dead Ringers talks to us about how his week was last week.

It's a lovely chat.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Emi Webber

Guest: Lewis Macleod (@lewismacleod)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Alison Ward

Sun, 04 Jul 2021 22:59:28 GMT

Episode 7 cometh and Alex and Kate are joined by actor and comedian Alison Ward, star of BBC Three's Big Field and the web series 'Craddock Cooks'.

We have a lovely chat about noisy books and grounded aeroplanes.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor

Guest: Alison Ward (@ItsAlisonWard)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Jon Holmes

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 15:52:44 GMT

Episode 6 and Alex and Kate are joined by double BAFTA winning writer and radio bloke Jon Holmes. We discuss things in great depth... and some things in shallow depth as well.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor

Guest: Jon Holmes (@jonholmes1)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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William Tokarsky

Sun, 30 May 2021 21:59:39 GMT

Episode 5 and Alex and Kate are joined by actor William Tokarsky... otherwise known as the killer from adult swim's 'Too Many Cooks', William the Demon in 'Your Pretty Face is Going To Hell' and Len in Fox's upcoming 'This Country' remake 'Welcome To Flatch'.

He has taken some time out to talk about his week and it is just a lovely, lovely listen.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor

Guest: William Tokarsky

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

'This features intro music was created after the podcast was recorded' music by Emily Webber

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Colin Mochrie

Sun, 23 May 2021 22:58:20 GMT

Whose Line Is It Anyway? legend Colin Mochrie joins Alex and Kate to discuss how his week was. It appears to be mostly cooking.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor.

Guest: Colin Mochrie (@colinmochrie)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Darren Dutton

Tue, 04 May 2021 06:00:32 GMT

Funny bloke who edits hilarious videos and genuinely lovely guy Darren Dutton joins Alex and Kate to discuss how his week was. It involves a lot of things in things, apparently.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor.

Guest: Darren Dutton (@Darren_Dutton)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Pip Mason

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:43:11 GMT

Episode 2 arrives on an air of marvellous meat and sea shanties as comedian and twitch streamer Pip Mason joins us and tells us how his week was last week.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright and Kate O'Connor.

Guest: Pip Mason (@housebrokengeek)

Additional vocals: Hayley Pettitt

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Harry Hardy

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 15:35:43 GMT

It's our first episode so what better way to celebrate it than to have radio host, writer, creator and all round 'nice guy' Harry Hardy talk to us. We ask Harry how his week was and he answers.

Hosted by Alex Sievewright & Kate O'Connor

Guest: Harry Hardy

Features the voice talents of Hayley Pettitt

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