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Welcome to the Two Hundredth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Scott Gessler In this edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, we sit down with freelance concept artist Scott Gessler for a candid and inspiring conversation about his life, career, and creative journey in the world of concept art. Scott takes us back to his early love of movie monsters and creatures, how that passion shaped his artistic voice, and the creative process he uses to bring worlds and characters to life. We dive deep into Scott’s professional work, including his role on Wicked, where he created the concept for Chistery, the leader of the flying monkeys, and how his art translates from imagination to the big screen. Scott also opens up about his personal journey with cystic fibrosis, being diagnosed at the age of 10, and how that experience influenced his determination to pursue his dreams in the film industry. Scott shares the pivotal moment that changed everything when Emmanuel Shiu visited his art school as a guest lecturer, took a chance on him, and became a mentor, leading to Scott’s very first professional role on Shazam: Fury of the Gods. Not a bad way to start a career in Hollywood. Also this week, Tom introduces a brand new upcoming indie video game called 'Billie Bust Up', a musical, magical adventure that instantly goes on the must-play list. The boys also discuss a recent tribute to the late Professor Stephen Hawking at a festival in Cadiz, Spain, before Jamie drops one of the most unexpected pop culture crossovers of all time as Romeo and Juliet somehow collide with Godzilla in a real upcoming comic book release. As always, the boys catch up on their week with Jamie travelling up to Stoke to celebrate his dad’s birthday, taking his daughter to see viral emo artist Johnnie Guilbert live, and continuing his deep dive Survivor Series rewatch, reaching the infamous Survivor Series 1997 and the Montreal Screwjob. Tom talks about reconnecting with old friends, continuing his new college journey, and breaking down the NFL playoffs from the past week. The regular segments are stacked for this milestone episode. Callum returns with not one, not two, not three but four brand new Teachings, including a deeply unsettling thought involving terminal velocity and babies that absolutely cannot be unheard. Tom’s Journal delivers the funniest things found on the internet this week, Single of the Week highlights two brand new music releases worth your time, and Jamie’s Audience Participation Challenge asks the big question of which fictional world you would choose to live in. Official Website - Scott Gessler Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Ninth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Dave Mastiff In this edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, we sit down with professional wrestling powerhouse Dave Mastiff for an in-depth, honest, and wide-ranging conversation about his journey through the world of professional wrestling. Dave talks about growing up in a working class family and how that shaped his drive, work ethic, and mindset as he pushed his way into the wrestling business. We discuss how Dave first got started in professional wrestling, the origins of the name Dave Mastiff, and how he developed his hard-hitting, no-nonsense in-ring style. Dave explains how The Cannonball became his signature finishing move and what it takes to stand out physically and mentally in such a competitive industry. Dave shares stories from the ring, including wrestling some of the biggest names in the business such as Bobby Lashley, Kevin Owens, Samoa Joe, and many more. We also dive deep into the relaunch of World of Sport Wrestling, what it meant for British wrestling at the time, and Dave’s prominent role in that era. The conversation continues with an honest look at his time in WWE NXT UK, the highs and challenges of being part of the brand, and how that chapter eventually came to an end. Finally, Dave talks about what he is doing now, including his work as a trainer for AWW in Dudley, helping to shape the next generation of professional wrestlers. Also this week, Tom experiencies VR for the very first time and quickly realising that virtual reality and motion sickness do not mix, proving once and for all that we might actually be getting old. Tom then raises an important question about street sellers and why they feel the need to dress up to convince us, because honestly, we already believe you. Jamie brings a brand new world championship straight out of Yorkshire with the World Coal Carrying Championship, before telling the unbelievable story of a former Power Ranger who used the skills he learned on screen for some very real and very evil purposes. The boys then catch up on their week as Jamie gets buried in editing, finds time to read a book, and continues his ongoing WWE Survivor Series rewatch, while Tom prepares for a new course at work and reluctantly talks about the NFL playoffs despite his best efforts to avoid it. As always, the regular segments return with Callum’s Teachings making a comeback, including a thought-provoking observation about a certain letter of the alphabet. Tom’s Journal delivers the funniest things he’s found on the internet this week, Single of the Week shines a spotlight on two brand new song releases we think deserve your attention, and Jamie’s Audience Participation Challenge asks one simple question: what would the documentary about your life be called? Instagram - Dave Mastiff Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Eighth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Ov Sulfur In our first interview of the new year, we are joined by Chase Wilson of Ov Sulfur for an in-depth and honest conversation covering the band’s past, present, and future. Chase talks about his early start in music, wanting to play music at just 10 years old, and how those early influences helped shape his creative path. We dive into how Ov Sulfur came together, the origin of the band’s name, and their songwriting process, breaking down how their sound has evolved into one of the most exciting forces in modern deathcore. Chase also takes us deep inside the creation of their brand new album Endless, released January 16th, including the recording process, creative challenges, and the special guest appearances featured on the record. A powerful moment of the conversation focuses on the heartbreaking real-life story behind their groundbreaking single Wither, exploring the emotion and meaning that made it such an impactful release. We also discuss Ov Sulfur’s upcoming North American tour with Orbit Culture and what fans can expect next from the band. Also this week, the boys start 2026 by catch up on Christmas & New Year celebrations and everything that’s happened since the holidays ended. Jamie dives headfirst into what may be the pinnacle of modern journalism with a breakdown of the “25 worst things stuck up people’s bums in 2025,” before the conversation shifts to New Year’s resolutions, signing up for something that truly pushes him out of his comfort zone, and kicking off a brand new wrestling rewatch starting the Survivor Series. Tom buys a brand new toy he unfortunately is yet to play with and, as always, keeps everyone up to date with the latest sports news while the lads ramble through everyday frustrations, weekly routines and the kind of conversations you have while stuck in traffic on a long commute. Regular segments return with a brand new set of Callum’s Teachings including a genuinely genius idea for clothing stores, Tom’s Journal featuring the funniest things found on the internet this week, and Single of the Week where two new music releases get the Chronicles seal of approval. Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks listeners to submit the best pun names for ice gritters! FanLink - Ov Sulfur Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation  

Welcome to The Chronicles of 2025, the best of moments! Come and roll back the last year with us, as we pick our favourite moments from the show, Callum's Treachings, Tom's Journal and our interviews in 2025 Featuring our interviews with: Tiberius, Darrin Denlinger, Dream State, Defects, Caliban, Majestica, Revolution Pro Wrestling, Chuck Jackson, Archers, Ethan Lawrence, Baby Lasagna, Kaonashi, The Hara, Bex, Kite Thief, Kittie, Lord of the Lost, Trivium, Ruena & Jim Meskimen Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

It’s the Christmas Special of The Chronicles of Podcast and things get festive, heartfelt and deeply unhinged very quickly. This year’s festive edition kicks off with Tom sharing the genuinely heart-warming story of Aston Villa captain John McGinn carrying Ozzy Osbourne’s grandson Sidney out onto the pitch in Birmingham, before moving straight into Christmas music done properly with Alex Melton’s brilliant festive album Pop Punk Goes Caroling, where pop punk classics like All The Small Things are reborn as Christmas carols. Absolutely beautiful stuff… until Tom single-handedly destroys the Christmas spirit by explaining why giraffes drink urine as part of their flehmen response. Jamie then breaks down a recent LadBible poll ranking the UK’s favourite parts of a Christmas dinner, which sparks debate, outrage and strong opinions, as expected. The boys also talk through their Christmas plans for the year before catching up on their week. Jamie heads to his daughter’s school church performance which somehow turns into loud “6-7” chants, goes out for a family meal and meets his best mate to exchange gifts, while Tom talks through an early Christmas Day with his partner and brings everyone fully up to speed with his sports teams in what might genuinely be one of the most chaotic weeks in NFL history. As always, the regular segments return for the Christmas edition. Callum brings a fresh set of Teachings, including a surprisingly strong idea involving the classic film Groundhog Day. Tom’s Journal delivers the funniest things he’s found on the internet this week, the Single of the Week segment becomes a festive double feature as the boys reveal their singles and albums of the year, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks you to share your most memorable Secret Santa gifts, whether they were incredible or absolutely horrific. Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Seventh Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Mother Vulture We sit down with Georgi Valentine and Brodie Maguire from Mother Vulture for an in-depth, free-flowing conversation about music, creativity and controlled chaos. We explore the journey behind their upcoming album Cartoon Violence, released January 15th, and how the band has evolved from their earlier work into something louder, sharper and harder to define than ever. Georgi and Brodie talk about their earliest musical influences, from learning classic piano to discovering a love for rock through Jack Black and School of Rock, and how those wildly different beginnings helped shape their sound. We dig into how Mother Vulture came together, the origin of the band’s name, and why even they struggle to fully describe the genre-bending style they’ve become known for. The conversation also dives deep into Cartoon Violence, breaking down the progression in the recording process from their previous album, the mindset behind the new material, and what fans can expect from this next chapter. We discuss their collaboration with Gretsch and Fender Guitars and how that came to be. Georgi and Brodie share details about their upcoming headline tour beginning January 31st & much more. Also this week, the madness kicks off with Tom asking the important question no one ever seems to answer: how do evil villains actually recruit henchmen? What’s the interview process, where are these jobs advertised and what skills do you need to work for an evil mastermind? From there, the boys dive into an unfortunate betting mishap involving Scottish football and take a look at one of Donald Trump’s many bizarre Truth Social posts. Jamie brings follow-ups to previous stories on the show, including a listener-submitted prison story and the unbelievable case of a woman being denied compensation after being caught competing in a Christmas tree throwing competition. Things get even stranger when Jamie completely blows Tom’s mind with a real-life story involving a miniature horse helping children wake up in hospital after anaesthesia, which genuinely has to be seen to be believed. The boys also catch up on their week as Jamie celebrates his daughter’s birthday, continues his Stranger Things rewatch and pushes on with his mission to watch every single WWE Summerslam as he reaches Summerslam 2025 and gets tantalisingly close to the finish line. Tom enjoys some rare time off work, catches up on TV, heads out for a carvery, relaxes for once and, of course, keeps everyone up to date with how his sports teams have been getting on. As always, the regular segments are back. Callum delivers a brand new set of Teachings, including a thought-provoking idea involving rich people. Tom’s Journal returns with the funniest things he’s found on the internet this week. The Single of the Week segment highlights two brand new song releases we think you should check out. Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks listeners a very important question this time around: what do you think is the best trap in the Home Alone franchise? LinkTree - Mother Vulture Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Sixth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Ruena In this hilarious conversation Ruena takes us through her journey from performing in Nuneaton at just 13 years old to touring the world with Delilah Bon. We dive deep into her creative process, the inspiration behind her lyrics, the story of how the name Ruena came to be, and her ambition to one day perform at 2000 Trees Festival. We also explore the importance of keeping full creative control, her experience crafting her debut EP Why Heal When You Can Repress, how the recording process shaped the final sound, and the reception the EP has received so far. Ruena opens up about why she had to re-release her track Kamikaze due to Spotify and shares what the future holds for her music and her artistry. Also this week, we begin on a heartfelt note as we pay tribute to Charlton Athletic fan Norman Barker, who sadly passed away. After honouring a true supporter, the chaos returns in full force as we uncover not one but two bizarre world championships you never knew existed: the Christmas Tree Throwing Championship and the World Massage Championships. We also dive into the strange discovery of a genetically mutated toad in Canada and a fresh batch of hilarious commentary blunders. Jamie catches everyone up on his week as he battles ongoing neck issues, restarts Stranger Things from the beginning and continues his epic mission of watching every Summerslam ever made as he finally reaches Summerslam 2024. Meanwhile, Tom fully embraces his time off work with a trip to Winter Wonderland in London, a wander around the Windsor Lights in Saville Gardens and his usual updates on how his sports teams have fared this week alongside the latest from his Fantasy NFL League journey. As always, we deliver all your favourite regular segments. Callum returns with brand new Teachings including a thought-provoking idea about sleeping. Tom’s Journal provides another round of the funniest internet finds from the past week. Our Single of the Week spotlights two brand new tracks you need in your playlist, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks for your pick on the worst Christmas song ever made. LinkTree - Ruena Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Fifth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Jo Graham Jo Graham, half of the hit podcast How2Wrestling, talks about her extensive creative journey from knowing nothing about the world of Pro Wrestling to being part of one of the biggest wrestling podcasts out there today. Jo opens up about her early dreams of becoming a comedian, her playground poo parodies of Joseph & The Technicolour Dream Coat and the creative spark that shaped her path in the arts. She reflects on the twists and turns of her career, from stop frame animation with her brother, a media degree, all the way to the world of podcasting. Jo talks about meeting her partner Kefin and the origins of How2Wrestling, a show built on the idea of learning the world of wrestling from the ground up. Where they deep dive into the life and times of some of the biggest names in Pro Wrestling, we discuss Jo's criteria for being a 'Hunk', her top rated matches and her love for The Honky Tonk Man... From tackling complex wrestling histories, Jo reveals how the show has grown from a beginner’s guide into a platform for deep dive discussions, character studies, and emotional storytelling. She discusses the impact of their Patreon success, their transition into full time podcasting, and the creative freedom to tackle hard hitting subjects with dignity and respect. Also this week, Tom delivers a truly unbelievable tale involving Bananas in Pyjamas being kidnapped by the Russian Mafia, followed by his discovery of the Window Washing World Championships and his discovery of the terrible version of the Christmas Macarena nearly three decades after it came out. The boys dive into their weekly catch up as Jamie updates us on his ongoing neck issues, relives seeing 90s pop icons Five live in concert, shares his trip to see Zootropolis 2 with his daughter and continues his mission to watch every Summerslam as he reaches Summerslam 2022. Tom talks about his day trip to London, spending time with his other half putting up her Christmas tree and fills us in on how his sports teams performed this week alongside the latest drama from his journey in his Fantasy NFL league. Regular segments return in full force including Callum’s Teachings featuring a particularly disturbing treach about kinks, Tom’s Journal packed with bizarre and hilarious internet finds including one that completely breaks Jamie, our Single of the Week highlighting two brand new tracks you need to hear, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge where this week we want to know which discontinued snacks you miss the most.  Official Website - How2Wrestling Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation  

Welcome to the One Hundred And Ninety Fourth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast This week kicks off with Tom introducing yet another unbelievable sport as we learn all about the “Run It League”, a competition born from the legendary NFL training drill known as The Oklahoma Drill. We also look at the hilarious saga of the woman who promised to tattoo John McGinn’s face on her forehead if Scotland qualified and, well, Scotland did… so that’s awkward. Jamie also brings the baffling story of what happened to previously discussed infamous art piece “Comedian” after it was sold, and it genuinely has to be heard to be believed. The boys catch up on their week as Jamie battles ongoing neck issues, heads out to see Wicked: For Good and continues his journey of watching every Summerslam, now reaching Summerslam 2018. Tom updates us on his latest shows, time with his other half buying dog food from a Rasta and of course keeps us informed about his teams and his continuing saga in his Fantasy NFL League. As always, we deliver our regular segments. Callum returns with brand new Teachings, including a porcelain toilet mystery that absolutely needs explaining. Tom’s Journal shares the funniest and strangest things he found on the internet this week. We shine a spotlight on two exciting new music releases in our Single of the Week feature. Jamie hosts the audience participation challenge where this week we want to know your favourite lazy meal to cook. Join the conversation, get involved and enjoy the laughs as we bring another packed episode of stories, banter and pure nonsense. Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred And Ninety Third Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast This week begins with an emotional Tom celebrating Scotland’s historic football achievement as they qualify for the 2026 World Cup, a moment 28 years in the making. We also dive into another wonderfully weird sport as we break down the bizarre world of the Hobby Horse Championships and Tom unsettles everyone with the question no one needed the answer to: how do sloths mate? The boys catch up on their week as Jamie battles ongoing neck issues, supports his daughter at a dance competition, gets stranded in Cheltenham and continues his journey of watching every Summerslam all the way up to 2016. Tom reflects on the shows he’s been watching, spending time with his other half and the latest developments in his Fantasy NFL League and beloved sports teams. Regular segments return as Callum delivers brand new Teachings including one featuring William Shakespeare, Tom’s Journal presents the funniest internet findings of the week and our Single of the Week highlights two new tracks you should absolutely check out. Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks listeners what they would like to be buried with to confuse future archaeologists. Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-Second Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Chuck Jackson Photographer Chuck Jackson opens up about his early love for animation, graphic design and comic art, and how a supportive family helped pave the way for his lifelong artistic path. We explore how he transitioned into portrait photography, the importance of capturing real moments, and how adapting his style was essential to becoming a professional creator. He shares stories from inside the wrestling world — including how social media networking changed the course of his career, a breakthrough shoot with Chelsea Green, and his ongoing creative partnership with Natalya, which has unlocked a world of new opportunities. Chuck’s passion for storytelling through imagery shines as he discusses narrative-driven shoots, outfit selection, and the behind-the-scenes challenges that the audience never sees. We also dive into one of the most talked-about topics in the art community today: Artificial Intelligence. Chuck speaks candidly about the threat AI poses to photographers and creatives, arguing for the importance of authenticity and human artistry. From disagreements with musicians over AI-generated videos to his fears for the future of creativity, Chuck doesn’t hold back. Also this week, Tom dives into the bizarre new battle between Iceland and KFC after Iceland decide to give the people what they’ve been asking for – could we be on the brink of a fast food war? Kerry Katona vs Colonel Sanders, who you got? Tom also questions the odd behaviour of toddlers and ponders why they're called a “zoo keeper” they don’t actually get to keep the zoo! Jamie brings us the fascinating world of animal chiropractor Murat Colak before getting Tom’s opinion on some hilarious rejected petitions put forward to the government – including whether we should officially ban James Corden from the UK! The boys also discuss Donald Trump’s recent appearance at the NFL game between the Washington Commanders and Detroit Lions – and one unforgettable moment that had everyone saying “state your name!” The lads catch up on their week as Jamie’s neck troubles roll on, he heads out to see Pendulum live and continues his quest to watch every WWE Summerslam as he reaches Summerslam 2011. Tom has a big announcement about heading back to university, makes a hilarious mistake while catching up on The Blacklist, and updates us on his Fantasy NFL League climb. As always, we’ve got your favourite segments – Callum returns with brand new Teachings including one about cheese and crackers, Tom’s Journal is packed with the funniest things he’s found on the internet this week (including Jamie’s new favourite journal entry of all time), our Single of the Week spotlights two incredible new tracks you need to hear, and Jamie’s Audience Participation Challenge asks what flavour chocolate bar you’d love to create! Instagram - Chuck Jackson Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Ninety-First Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Joey Sturgis Joey joins us to talk all about his incredible career as one of metal’s most influential record producers, the creative process behind producing some of the biggest names in the genre, and what it really takes to make a great record. We dive into Joey’s early days, including the unique story of how a grindcore demo and MySpace launched his career, and how one manager’s belief in his talent changed everything. Joey takes us behind the scenes of record production — from his early “drums first” approach to how his workflow has evolved to “drums last,” sharing what those first conversations with artists look like and how he helps them create the best version of their music possible. Joey also talks about his passion projects outside of the studio, including URM Academy, where he teaches the next generation of producers, and Joey Sturgis Tones, the game-changing plugins that help artists everywhere achieve that signature Joey Sturgis sound. Also this week, Tom kicks things off with a hilarious question — have you ever gone to do something and ended up doing something completely different? Like spraying yourself with deodorant before bed?! He has.. The chaos doesn’t stop there as Tom unveils a list of famous misquotes that leave Jamie absolutely stunned, and the boys ask the ultimate question… why do people test dining tables and chairs in shops? Jamie also introduces us to another ridiculous sport – One Handed Beer Boxing – and it’s exactly what it sounds like. The lads catch up on their week as Jamie battles his ongoing neck issues, spends time with his kids, begins a James Bond watch-through, and continues his mission to watch every Summerslam, reaching Summerslam 2005. Meanwhile, Tom takes a short break from wrestling to binge other shows, spends quality time with his better half, and keeps us updated on his sports teams and his climb up the Fantasy NFL League ranks. You’ll also enjoy our regular segments: Callum’s Teachings returns with new life lessons – including one about what fingernails actually do! Tom’s Journal brings you the funniest things he’s found on the internet this week, our Single of the Week spotlights two incredible new song releases you need to hear, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks – what’s the weirdest Halloween costume you’ve ever worn? Official Website - Joey Sturgis Tones Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred and Ninetieth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast This week Tom kicks things off with a hilarious football commentary blunder from last week’s Atlético Madrid vs Arsenal match, all thanks to midfielder Koke. He also shares his confusion over local shoppers struggling with shopping centre doors and dives into the bizarre fake baby scandal taking over TikTok and social media — which somehow Jamie completely missed! Jamie pays tribute to two fallen heroes of the music world, Limp Bizkit’s Sam Rivers and KISS legend Ace Frehley, guitarist from his favourite band of all time. The boys catch up on their week as Jamie continues to battle neck issues, endures his daughter’s school Harvest Assembly, and reaches SummerSlam 1999 in his WWE SummerSlam marathon. Meanwhile, Tom shares his thoughts on the AEW WrestleDream main event between Jon Moxley and Darby Allin and updates us on his Fantasy NFL League progress. As always, Callum brings a brand-new set of Teachings — including one about failing sphincters (brace yourselves for the conversation following that one). We have Tom’s Journal full of the funniest internet finds, our ‘Single of the Week’ spotlighting two must-hear new releases, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asking listeners: what is the greatest movie theme of all time? Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty-Ninth Edition of The Chronicles of Podcast This week, Tom kicks things off by telling Jamie all about the brand-new single and video from Royal Republic that he swears will “tickle his little dill pickle.” While diving into Final Fantasy 16, Tom also had a strange revelation about birds delivering messages in medieval times – was this really how people communicated, and how did it actually work? Plus, we share a wholesome story about an elderly Michigan Wolverines fan who printed out the lyrics to Mr Brightside by The Killers so he could sing along with the crowd during the team’s beloved tradition. The boys catch up on their week as Jamie battles his ongoing neck issues, enjoys a couple of proud parenting moments, and begins a new WWE marathon watching every Summerslam. Meanwhile, Tom celebrates a stellar week in sports with Scotland winning twice, the Steelers keeping their streak alive, and his NFL fantasy league climb continuing strong. They also celebrate friends Braden Barrie, Dustin Gill, and Baz Black finishing filming their new independent movie Farlight.   All your favourite segments return! Callum brings a fresh set of Teachings—including one involving being licked by strangers—Tom opens his Journal to share the funniest finds from across the internet, and we reveal our Singles of the Week with two must-hear new tracks. Jamie’s audience participation challenge this week asks: what’s the weirdest thing that makes you angry? Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Eighth Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Jim Meskimen Jim Meskimen — actor, voice artist, impressionist, and comedian joins us to explore his remarkable journey through the world of entertainment. From his early beginnings as an artist for Hanna-Barbera to performing in over 300 projects, Jim shares his fascinating career path and creative process. We dive into how a chance meeting with Harvey Keitel inspired him to pursue acting, his approach to mastering impressions, and the art of learning new voices — complete with a few examples you won’t want to miss. Jim also talks about his popular TikTok videos created with his daughter, the projects he’s most proud of, and what keeps him inspired after decades in the industry. Also this week, Tom kicks things off with a rant about people who set multiple alarms to wake up in the morning – his verdict? Get in the bin! He also tells the tale of his mum’s newfound love for Jon Stewart from The Daily Show, and the boys dive into the anxiety-inducing art of packing your shopping at the supermarket. Plus, Tom shares the ultimate story of karma catching up with a shoplifter in a mineral store. Jamie updates us on his continuing neck issues but finds a silver lining as he catches up on his TV shows, giving his take on Netflix’s chilling true crime hit Monster: The Ed Gein Story. Meanwhile, Tom suffers a brutal week in NFL fantasy football, losing by just 0.1 of a point and blowing a huge bet thanks to Arizona Cardinals running back Emari Demercado. We’ve also got your favourite regular segments! Callum returns with brand new Teachings, including the very important question — are vampires safe in cars? Tom’s Journal delivers more of the funniest and weirdest things he’s found online, our ‘Single of the Week’ highlights two fresh tracks you need to hear, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks what flavour YOU would add to the Quality Street selection. Official Website - Jim Meskimen Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Seventh Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Kittie Mercedes Lander, drummer of Canadian heavy metal legends Kittie joins us as we dive deep into the band’s incredible journey, from their ground-breaking debut album Spit that shook the metal world when they were just teenagers, to their powerful return with the brand new EP Spit XXV - celebrating 25 years of the debut album. Mercedes takes us back to the early days of Kittie and how the band made waves at only 15 years old, the evolution of their sound into something even heavier after Spit, and the reasons behind the return from their 13-year hiatus with a triumphant comeback in 2022. We also explore the making of Spit XXV, why Kittie wanted to re-record four classic songs from their debut album, the process behind choosing and recording them, and what this release means for the band’s future. Also this week, Tom introduces us to a brand new bizarre hybrid sport called 'Brave Ball' which mixes boxing and football together, and we break down the unnecessary outrage over Bad Bunny being announced as the Superbowl halftime show performer. Tom also gets way too excited about the return of Coffee Cremes to Quality Street and shares their Christmas 2025 takeover plans, while Jamie dives into the brand new Greggs bakery pub called the Golden Flake Tavern. We also talk about the viral but unfortunately fake video of a funeral DJ and the iconic moment of “Rest in fuc**ing peace Doris.” The boys catch up on their week as Jamie continues to battle neck pain but makes up for it with TV binges and brings some examples of the Horrible Histories stupid deaths to make up for last week, while Tom shares his exam progress at work, his latest Jack Reacher reading spree, and of course his NFL fantasy league updates plus the Pittsburgh Steelers’ latest performance. We also bring you all the regular features you love: Callum’s Teachings including a hilarious one about talking to authors, Tom’s Journal packed with the funniest internet finds of the week, our Single of the Week where we showcase two brand new music releases you need to hear, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge where we ask for your favourite random niche fact. Official Website - Kittie Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Sixth Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Face Yourself Kyle Muenzner, bass player for deathcore band Face Yourself, joins The Chronicles of Podcast for an in-depth conversation on the release of their brand new EP Fury, out now. In this episode we dive into Kyle’s journey and determination to become the world’s best headbanger (yes, he actually trains for it), how Face Yourself came together, and how the band discovered their sound. We explore their meteoric rise after a viral TikTok moment thanks to Ohrion Reacts, what it was like working with legendary producer Joey Sturgis, and of course a full discussion about the brand new EP Fury. Also this week, Jamie has an important question that isn’t about brunch, but about the meal you might have between lunch and dinner. The boys also dive into the new name the public voted for a train which left Tom unimpressed, we discuss the return of Jimmy Kimmel this week (even though he has no talent and had bad ratings *insert eye roll here*) and Tom takes us deep into the fascinating Japanese disappearing practice known as jōhatsu. The lads catch up on their week as Jamie battles neck pain while finishing his epic Wrestlemania rewatch, and Tom gives an update on his NFL fantasy league and the latest from his beloved Steelers. Of course, it wouldn’t be The Chronicles without the regular segments. Callum returns with a brand new set of Teachings, including a top tier question about dogs. Tom’s Journal is back with the funniest things he’s found on the internet, we spotlight two brand new tracks in our Single of the Week feature, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks the ultimate question – are you Team McFly or Team Busted? Official Website - Face Yourself Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Fifth Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Marc Rienzo Marc Rienzo, a world-renowned VFX Supervisor and Digital Artist whose credits include blockbuster hits such as Captain America: Brave New World, Spiderman, Rock of Ages, and more joins us aswe dive deep into Marc’s journey from being inspired by classics like Batman, Jurassic Park, and Star Wars to shaping the visuals of Hollywood’s biggest productions. Marc explains the role of a VFX artist, the preparation that goes into major projects, and how the industry has transformed over the last two decades. This conversation explores the advantages of freelancing, the rise of AI in the world of VFX, and the ethical questions surrounding its use in film. Marc also shares insights on his upcoming graphic novel The Old Man and The Omnipotent and gives an inside look into his creative process, including a great story about working on Rogue One! Also this week, Tom dives into another bizarre world championship you won’t believe actually exists – the World Worm Charming Championships, a very real event that takes place right here in the UK. In Story Time with Tom, things get even stranger as he shares the shocking tale of a surgeon with an amputation fetish. You’re going to be asking yourself, what on earth is going on this week? The boys also catch up on life as Jamie battles through ongoing neck pain and the chaos that comes with it, while Tom gives us the latest update on his NFL fantasy football season. Birthday boy Callum returns with a brand new set of Teachings, including the question of whether modern medicine has ever really improved on the humble bag of frozen peas. We also have Tom’s Journal, packed full of the funniest and weirdest internet finds from the past week, plus our Single of the Week where we spotlight two new tracks you need to hear. Jamie leads the audience participation challenge and this week we want to know the greatest tribute band name you’ve ever come across. Official Website - Marc Rienzo Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Fourth Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of ten56 Aaron Matts, the powerful vocalist of deathcore band ten56 joins us in this hilarious and insightful conversation, Aaron takes us through the journey of ten56’s brand new album IO and shares his thoughts on the response to the singles, how the record compares to their previous release, and what it means for the band’s evolving sound. Aaron also opens up about the origins of ten56, including the unlikely Instagram post that kicked everything off, and the pivotal decision to leave his former band Betraying The Martyrs in order to create something entirely new. We explore the progression of ten56’s music, how the band continues to push the boundaries of modern deathcore, and what fans can expect next. Oh, and Aaron calls Jamie a pervert, a lot! Also this week, Tom kicks things off by celebrating the unsung hero of British snacks, the legendary iced gems. In story time with Tom we hear the tale of a young girl’s bathroom horror after buying a drink from Holland and Barrett, followed by the woes of an overly confident Baltimore Ravens fan. The boys also catch up on their week as Jamie celebrates his son’s 16th birthday and Tom embraces the return of the NFL. As always, we bring you our regular segments. Callum’s Teachings are back with a new set of bizarre questions including one about unbreakable kitchen equipment. Tom’s Journal returns with the funniest things found online this week. In our single of the week segment we highlight two brand new tracks you should check out, and Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks what would sound perfectly normal at 3pm but absolutely terrifying at 3am. Official Website - ten56 Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation

Welcome to the One Hundred & Eighty Third Edition of The Chronicles Of Podcast, These are The Chronicles of Faun Stephan and Adaya from the world-renowned pagan folk band Faun join us to celebrate the release of their brand-new and twelfth studio album "Hex," out today, September 5th. We dive deep into the themes and inspirations behind "Hex," discuss the incredible feedback from their recent singles, and explore their hauntingly beautiful cover of Nick Drake's "Black Eyed Dog." They also share how they first became part of Faun, the art of adapting songs for live performances, the bands song writing process, the fascinating range of instruments the band use – including the bouzouki?? and much more. Also this week, after a week away as Jamie returns from holiday with stories from his incredible cruise through the Norwegian Fjords. Tom takes the reins with two hilarious NFL tales as Micah Parsons accidentally upsets a child and Hunter Renfrow almost misses a big opportunity because of Bluey. We also dive into the strange Gen Z "immersive experience" that turns out to just be… walking?! The boys catch up on their weeks as Jamie continues his STUPENDOUS Wrestlemania rewatch marathon while Tom spends time with his partner Kelly, watches plenty of football and AEW, and enjoys more laughs with 'Daddy' himself, John Oliver. As always, the show is packed with regular segments. Callum brings fresh Teachings including a head-scratcher about shopping bags. Tom’s Journal is full of the funniest and weirdest things from around the internet this week. Our Single of the Week highlights two brilliant new music releases you need to hear. Plus Jamie’s audience participation challenge asks listeners to share their favourite holiday's. Official Website - Faun Official Website - The Chronicles of Podcast Affiliate Charity - Sophie Lancaster Foundation