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Radio 5 Live,20 Jan 2026,80 mins

#507 - A Rice Mouse, Digital Fruit and Josh Widdicombe

Elis James and John Robins

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It’s a definition bumper pack show today as we cram as much goodness as we possibly can into a single podcast episode. Think of us as one of those fruit shots; it’s pure podcasting distilled into a single hit. The main ingredient is friend of the show Josh Widdicombe, who pops by to talk all things pop culture. He’s adding a new wing to his podcast empire and Elis and John have suggestions. Josh also provides a boots-on-the-ground review of Elis’s recent return to standup, and lifts the lid on his lofty ambitions. Widdicombe aside, John returns to a simpler time, a more fruit-game-based time. But he ain’t slicing, no no. This time he’s merging. And the fun doesn't stop there as Elis attempts to arrest the Cymru Connection slide by asking a caller if they've ever bought baguettes in Cardiff. It’s vintage stuff. Send in your thoughts and feelings to [email protected], or WhatsApp 07974 293 022.

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