Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk

My name is Oscar Barnett. I'm an autistic actor, comedian, pub quiz host, storyteller and writer. This is my Happy Talk podcast! In every episode, I am joined by a special guest and go over five things that make them happy. Topics range from books, films, hobbies, sports, people, TV shows, and anything that can make you and I happy. Lots of laughter, fun, and beliefs ensue here! Happy Talk is the perfect feel-good podcast for anyone wanting a little bit of happiness in their lives.

Episode 33 - Julie Hamill

The author, broadcaster and radio presenter, and my friend, Julie Hamill, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.If you want to check out Julie's stuff, have a look at her website right here: https://www.juliehamill.com/

11-09
34:16

Episode 32 - David Barnett

The rock star and my uncle, David Barnett, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

10-24
41:53

Episode 31 - Elizabeth Spencer

The managing director, founder and facilitator of Aberdeen Ethnic Minority Women's Group CIC and my lovely friend, Elizabeth Spencer, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.Also starring Elizabeth's lovely daughter, Charlotte, who was there to join in on the fun.

08-25
56:02

Episode 30 - Andy Barnett

Graphics designer and my loving father, Andy Barnett, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

08-18
38:51

Episode 29 - Sid Ozalid

The comedian, magician and poet, who is one of my favourite performers, Sid Ozalid, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.You can order tickets for Sid's show, 1 Very Old Silly Man with Magical Rhymes, right here: https://www.edfringe.com/tickets/whats-on/1-very-silly-old-man-with-magical-rhymes and https://www.aberdeenartscentre.com/whats-on/1-very-silly-old-man-with-magical-rhymesIf you have any questions for me about the podcast, put them in the comments and I'll get them answered for you.

07-11
52:26

Episode 28 - Suzanne Forrester

Pub worker, admin billing receptionist, student and my friend, Suzanne Forrester, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

06-16
56:11

Episode 27 - Tim Roberts

Renewable advice coordinate and my delightful friend, Tim Roberts, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

03-29
46:59

Episode 26 - Mal Pope

The composer, musician and singer, best known for singing the original theme song of the much-loved children's TV show Fireman Sam, Mal Pope, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.You can order tickets for Mal's show, Mal Pope & Friends, right here: https://www.swansea-arena.co.uk/shows/mal-pope

03-06
01:07:49

Episode 25 - Ronnie Le Drew

The puppeteer, best known for operating and voicing Zippy in the iconic children's TV show Rainbow, Ronnie Le Drew, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.You can order Ronnie's book Zippy and Me: My Life Inside Britain's Most Infamous Puppet right here on Amazon: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Zippy-Me-Inside-Britains-Infamous/dp/178352698X

02-20
38:46

Episode 24 - Harry Humble

The Portsmouth-based video producer and collector, and the founder of his made-up companies IME, CWP and Brightshade, Harry Humble, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.Here's where you can find his website, YouTube channel and X profile : https://harryhumble2000.wixsite.com/brightshade. https://www.youtube.com/@IMEEntertainment and https://x.com/HarryHumbleIME

02-07
59:11

Episode 23 - Paul Robertson

The Scottish YouTuber who is known for content including speedarts, reviews, collections and many other types of content, Paul Robertson, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. https://www.youtube.com/@paulrobz2005

11-25
48:30

Episode 22 - Emma May

My long-time friend, Emma May, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

10-03
59:46

Episode 21 - Miles Hanmore

Cinema worker and my mate, Miles Hanmore, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

09-25
59:47

Episode 20 - Lauretta Nkwocha

The actress, entertainer and entrepreneur, best known for playing Shelley Wordsworth in The Story Makers and Kit Fowler in As the World Turns, Lauretta Nkwocha, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. You can order Lauretta's British Ginger T or Lauretta's British Ginger Sweet T or both on her website here: https://www.laurettasbritishgingert.com/

09-14
01:33:38

Episode 19 - Peter Wood

The guy who makes my comedy gigs a reality, Peter Wood, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

09-09
41:55

Episode 18 - Wim Booth

The puppeteer, best known for operating and voicing Mukka in the much-loved CBeebies classic The Shiny Show, Wim Booth, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

08-25
01:10:50

Episode 17 - Jessica Smith

Soon-to-be psychology student and my college friend, Jessica Smith, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

08-02
52:09

Episode 16 - Megan Gill

Soon-to-be university student and my good friend, Megan Gill, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

07-31
01:06:01

Episode 15 - Heather Adams Officer

The Ury Players secretary, Heather Adams Officer, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

07-30
36:42

Episode 14 - Harry Hill

The comedian, presenter and writer, - and my hero - Harry Hill, best known for The Harry Hill Show, You've Been Framed!, the Professor Branestawm movies, Harry Hill's Tea Time, Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule and of course, Harry Hill's TV Burp, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. Also starring my father Andy Barnett, who was being my "floor manager" to make sure that I didn't make a mess of things. You can buy tickets for Harry's upcoming tour here, - https://www.ticketmaster.co.uk/harry-hill-tickets/artist/26996 - pre-order his new children's book here - https://www.waterstones.com/book/harry-hill-how-to-be-silly-every-day-of-the-year/harry-hill/harry-hill/9781529520989 - and listen to his podcast wherever you get your podcasts.

07-27
51:49

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