Goon Pod
Goon PodA podcast where we talk about classic comedy with particular focus on the work of Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe & Michael Bentine. You'll also hear us discuss the likes of Monty Python, Hancock, Blackadder, the Carry On films, Peter Cook, Steptoe & Son and countless other comedy figures & fixtures from the postwar era. Please follow on Bluesky @goonpod.bsky.social and Twitter @goons... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 224 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmTV Reviews | |||
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Tyler welcomes comedy writer David Quantick to celebrate the 1965 film One Way Pendulum starring Goon Show alumnus Eric Sykes.
Adapted by NF Simpson from his own 1959 Royal Court play and directed by Peter Yates (fresh off Summer Holiday, soon to m... more
"It's all in the mind."
How do you categorise Yellow Submarine? Animated psychedelic musical fantasy comedy?
That barely scratches the surface.
In this technicolour fantasia, the cartoon Beatles tackle the Blue Meanies, who’ve turned joyful Pep... more
Harry Secombe could have had reasonable grounds for claiming to be the hardest working man in showbusiness in January 1958: panto (Puss In Boots), TV (Sunday Night At The London Palladium), the Goons, a movie (Davy) and goodness knows what else.
Li... more
Introduced as ‘The Lost Colony’, this is another episode of The Goon Show which sees Neddie Seagoon being duped by Grytpype-Thynne and Moriarty. In this case, they convince him that he is a Native American who rightfully owns New York – his ancestors... more
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- I love to laugh!*
We’ve nothing but great, steaming heaps of admiration to deposit over the hard work that clearly goes into this admirable and reliably-weekly effort. The host obviously has the contacts, and evidently knows his comedy, even if the latter is reflected only rarely in his quiet, somewhat withdrawn and sweetly mirthless delivery. But he gets going when the guests arrive (except the dull, cobwebbed ones), and this is building very nicely into a layered, quirky exploration of British comedy daftness s... more
Apple Podcasts5Strongarm of the Sofa
United Kingdom7 months ago - Goonpod
I have found my tribe! To me this is more entertaining and informative than any TV or radio show on The Goons could ever be. Bravo Tyler!
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Apple Podcasts5johndredgeUnited Kingdom7 months ago - What a joy this podcast series is…..
This podcast series is one of the best i know. I am a Goons lover from Holland and for many years i like to get into the world of Goon humor and listen to old shows.
Our host Tyler does a brilliant job with analyzing this unique humor and invites very interesting people who are into the Goons.
Every time i listen to an episode i feel that i m back in a world i love, full of Spike humor and
silly but very clever voices from Peter, Harry and Spike himself.
For me it s always a joy to know that ... more
Apple Podcasts5Oldiesfan1958
Netherlands8 months ago - A Must For Any Comedy Fan
Tyler knows his stuff and gets some amazing guests. A must-listen for any British comedy fan.
Apple Podcasts5Edinburgh Film FanUnited Kingdoma year ago - The Definitive Goon Show Podcast
For anyone out there wondering: Where in the world is the Marx Brothers Council Podcast for Britain’s most diabolically hilarious comedy troupe? It’s here. This is it. This one here. Go no further, messieurs, mesdames, mesdemoiselles. This is the thing.
Tyler is professional, intelligent, stays on topic and knows how to land some pretty impressive guests. Never mind the frequent infestations of Beatles, we mostly stay squarely focussed on The Goons: Groucho, Harpo, Chico, and Zeppo. Or, as we k... more
Apple Podcasts5Leo Orientis
Canadaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #71 | United Kingdom/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #66 |  Italy/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #130 |  France/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #152 |  Australia/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #20 |  Poland/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
Apple Podcasts | #52 |  New Zealand/TV & Film/TV Reviews |
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Content centers around classic British comedy, particularly the works of Spike Milligan, Peter Sellers, and Harry Secombe, examining their contributions to the genre. Discussions often cover anecdotes from their careers, explore significant episodes from 'The Goon Show,' and analyze their influence on contemporary comedy, including references to other comedic figures and shows from the postwar era such as Monty Python and Blackadder. This podcast is characterized by its deep dives into comedic history, engaging guest appearances, and a blend of humor and nostalgia for fans of British comedy.
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Goon Pod launched 5 years ago and published 224 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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What guests have appeared on Goon Pod?
Recent guests on Goon Pod include:
1. David Quantick
2. Joel Morris
3. Chas Early
4. Jason Kruppa
5. John Hewer
6. Andrew Hickey
7. Sean Gaffney
8. Patrick Paddy Strain
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