أفضل بودكاسات Jo Burke (2025)

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20. Dan Parkes - Author & Director of Photography 1:03:02

11d ago1:03:02

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If, like Jo, you have always been intrigued by the stories that surround the Titanic tragedy, you should definitely tune in to discover more about Dan Parkes debut book, Titanic Legacy: The Captain, the Daughter and the Spy. More twists and turns, than a twisty turny thing. Jo 'dives' in to Dan's DOP work, his drone training and what triggered his …

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19. Ben Rufus Green - Actor, comedian, writer 59:25

1M ago59:25

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Jo catches up with fellow actor, comedian and writer, Ben Rufus Green. On our TV screens Ben played 'David Cockfield' in both series of, Joe Wilkinson's, hilarious family comedy 'The Cockfields'. He most recently starred in Scottish BAFTA Award winning 'Dinosaur' Ashley Storrie's, new comedy show. Also in 2024 he starred in his first feature film '…

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18. Mel Larsen - International Coach & Consultant 56:47

1M ago56:47

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It's the start of a New Year. What are your personal, career or business plans/goals/challenges for 2025? Grab a cuppa and join Jo and the marvellous, Mel Larsen, International Coach & Consultant who has been helping entrepreneurs for over three decades to joyfully trust their vision. Her work has taken her around the world, including Russia, The C…

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17. Darren Walsh - Comedian, Tik Tok Pun Guy, Director, Writer 36:13

2M ago36:13

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Tik Tok Pun Guy, Darren Walsh, chats to Jo about his comedy career, the fact he is absolutely NOT the other Darren Walsh, a famous animator who created Angry Kid, plus insider info on how Darren creates his viral Tik Tok Puns on the Street. You can catch Darren's latest show 'Do You Like Puns?' at Leicester Comedy Festival in Feb, Glasgow in March,…

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16. Sarah O'Connell - YouTube Celebrity Chat Show host, Comedian, Artist/Animator 43:23

2M ago43:23

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Sarah kindly allowed Jo to turn the tables and interview her for Real Folk, so you can find out about Sarah's life for a change. 'The Sarah O'Connell Show' is a YouTube sensation with her celebrity guests ranging from Hollywood stars like Keanu Reeves, comedians/national treasures such as our wonderful Dawn French and of course musicians like Darre…

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15. Benjamin Bankole Bello - Character comedian President Obonjo 55:41

12M ago55:41

55:41

Jo's back with more Real Folk. Put your feet up and join Jo for an intriguing and thought provoking chat with 'accidental' comedian, Benjamin Bankole Bello, who has spent more than a decade honing his comic character, President Obonjo, African Dictator of LAFTA Republic, who became a social media viral sensation. Check out his millions of views on …

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14. Anna Kennedy OBE - Autism educator and Strictly star 53:57

4y ago53:57

53:57

Kick back in your favourite comfy chair and join Jo and Anna chatting about autism awareness, Strictly Come Dancing and meeting the Queen. Anna shares the story of her children's diagnosis. What led her to set up two specialist schools, a college, a residential home and Anna Kennedy Online. She is also known as Autisms answer to 'Simon Cowell' (she…

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13. Amanda Egan - Author, fundraiser and creative 30:19

4y ago30:19

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Amanda Egan, author of 'Diary of a Mummy Misfit' and many more, chats with Jo about her writing process, lockdown life and her latest creative adventures. Tune in for an exclusive preview of an AMAZING song from the musical based on her utterly fabulous book 'Stilettos and Stubble' set in a drag club. Composed and sung by Alan Penman, written by he…

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12. John Fleming - Comedy connoisseur and blogger 43:08

4y ago43:08

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Jo chews the fat with comedy connoisseur, blogger and founder of the infamous 'Malcolm Hardee Awards', John Fleming. They discuss great writers, naked balloon dancing, how he ended up being co-author of Malcolm Hardee's book 'I Stole Freddie Mercury's Birthday Cake' and of course life in general. Check out John's blog 'So it Goes' here: www.thejohn…

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11. Alison Knowles - Emotional wellbeing therapist and author 41:33

4y ago41:33

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Emotional wellbeing is critical during these challenging times. Jo chats to the inspiring, Alison Knowles, creator of 'Ollie and his Superpowers', a book brand that helps both children and adults understand and control their emotions. Ali shares her story of dyslexia, having left school with nothing but the word 'stupid' ringing in her ears. Find o…

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10. Lynn Rae - Make-up artist, physical therapist and pilates instructor 51:06

4+ y ago51:06

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Grab a cuppa and join Lynn and Jo for a life affirming chat. Starting with Lynn's background as a make-up artist in the 80's, why she became a physical therapist and how she continues to manage her breast cancer diagnosis received in 2008. Find out what her biggest life lessons are and why she believes beauty truly is an inside job. Check out her w…

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9. David Shackleton - Linguist, actor, teacher 28:33

4+ y ago28:33

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Linguist, actor and teacher, David Shackleton, chats candidly with Jo about attempting to take his own life, being a gay man in the 1960's, he also picks Jo up on a few of her own language faux pas. A fascinating journey into language, life and being true to yourself.بقلم Jo Burke

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8. Pam Jones - Foster carer for 30 years, set up local charity to help the homeless. 37:27

4+ y ago37:27

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Unstoppable, Pam Jones, popped into Custard HQ in Folkestone, to share the highs and lows of life as a foster carer for more than thirty years. Plus how and why she set up a local charity 'Helping the Homeless and Vulnerable' donations and details on Facebook. Prepare to fall in love...بقلم Jo Burke

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7. Lee and Hartmut - Theatre entrepreneurs crowdfunding for the arts 22:42

4+ y ago22:42

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Lee and Hartmut set up Central Tickets in 2017. Like so many of us in the arts they were hit hard by Covid19. Incredibly, during the toughest of times, the dynamic duo went to enormous lengths to help performers, producers and theatre technicians to survive. Have a listen to how it all started and what they did, with the help of all their amazing m…

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6. Kate Sheppeard - Australian opera singer, jewellery designer & teacher 34:18

4+ y ago34:18

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Hilarious natter with Australian opera singer, jewellery designer (KTCD Jewellery on Etsy) and teacher, Kate Sheppeard. They shoot the breeze about nightmare performances, imposter syndrome, anxiety, working at ENO and Sydney Opera House plus so much more...بقلم Jo Burke

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5. Andy Elias - Indie filmmaker, actor, vlogger and teacher 32:11

4+ y ago32:11

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Join Jo for a natter with Andy about his love of the horror film genre, his indie film company 'Ciao Handy', the making of his award winning short, 'Life's a Bench' and how vlogging helped him recover from illness.بقلم Jo Burke

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4. Lynn Ruth Miller - American journalist who started stand-up comedy aged 70 35:06

4+ y ago35:06

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86 year old American stand-up comedian, artist, author and force of nature, Lynn Ruth Miller, shares some of her amazing stories. Including starting stand-up aged 70, two failed marriages and coping with eating disorders...بقلم Jo Burke

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3. Joff Summerfield - Cyclist, engineer and round-the-world traveller 50:09

4+ y ago50:09

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A modern day Phileas Fogg, if Mr Fogg had cycled round the world and taken a tad longer, owing to the height of his bike. Jo chats with Joff (at 'Custard HQ' in Folkestone) about his round-the-world trip that started and finished at stunning Greenwich Market, in South East London, with a few false starts and a multitude of exciting and hilarious ad…

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2. Manolis Emmanouel - Greek actor, voice over artist and director 1:01:04

4+ y ago1:01:04

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Jo catches up with Greek actor and friend Manolis Emmanouel. This is his first podcast so have a listen to this exclusive and find out about his role in Michael Winterbottom's film 'Greed', his unusual, unwanted admirer and some pretty huge life events...بقلم Jo Burke

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1. Jackie Meade - Mayor of Folkestone, 80's rocker, charity fundraiser 48:44

4+ y ago48:44

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Jo's first guest, recorded at her creative/gallery space 'Custard HQ' on the Old High St in Folkestone, is former Mayor of Folkestone - Jackie Meade. Find out about Jackie's Olympic Gold Medal, her brushes with 80's pop stars, her charity work and so much more...بقلم Jo Burke