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We have so many recommendations we are making two episodes. In this we discuss music, streaming, books and even art. Kevin tackles deep subjects such as Jazz, Rob wonders if Nicholas Cage has got what it takes to swing between skyscrapers on spider webs and Phil has been reading an almost definitive biography of The Velvet Underground. Dave gets to talk about astronomy, which is a big bonus for hi...

It's 31 degrees outside, but in the coolness of the 5282 studio, Kevin interviews Tim Hann, formerly of Nikoli and I Concur, as he releases Planner_Tracker, the fifth album of his electronic ambient project, break_fold. In just under an hour, they talk about growing up in Abu Dhabi, first guitars, Bright Young Things, influences, the BBC Maida Vale Studios session, playing Reading & Leeds Fest...

Who doesn't love a big uplifting film musical? Dave. And quite a few people, if cinema audience numbers are anything to go by. What about musicals that deal with Fascism, recession, poverty, dashed hopes and the grim inevitability of the love of your life turning out to be a bit of an arse? Turns out there is a lot to think about - and discuss - when it comes to depressing musicals. Kevin, Mel and...

By the mid 70's Bowie is 'heavily self medicating' and suffering attendant delusions, paranoia and burn out. He decides to relocate to Europe, recording in France and Germany. He creates three masterpieces, the Berlin Trilogy. We suppose the Europe Trilogy had less of a ring to it. And then Bowie officially declared the start of a new decade with Scary Monsters. We discuss the impact and influence...

This is supposed to be.... another topic, but while recording that our multitrack had a glitch, so we need to re record some of that content. In the meantime, here is some bonus content. In our May recommendations Phil discussed a new box set from Radiance films. Here is Phil's more in depth review. We will return with our third David Bowie albums appreciation. Hosts Kevin Petch, Phil Todd, Melani...

Better than Christmas because it is every month. Our recommendations for your cultural entertainment. Light on contemporary dance and reality TV, strong on Japanese cinema and cowboys. We discuss music, film and streaming, and in the centenary of Miles Davis birth we point you at some of the celebratory content online now. Sadly Dave made a few mistake but he has been under the weather. Full links...

Following an epic Part One with Phil and Mel, we were unable to fit our Hunky Dory conversation in. So here it is, in all its glory, in Part Two. Then, we welcome music writer Steve Walsh to the studio to discuss The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars, Aladdin Sane, Pin-Ups, Diamond Dogs and Young Americans. We talk about how Bowie constantly reinvents himself during this ve...

We have all our ducks in a row for this episode, discussing an album, a film and a program available on streaming. After the success of The River Bruce Springsteen was burnt out and frustrated. Wanting to avoid the difficult studio production process of the previous two albums, the boss retreated to a secluded property and invested in a fairly new invention - a four track portastudio. What emerged...

It's a beautiful spring here in the UK so why not draw the curtains and get into some music, films and streaming? The full team have plenty of recommendations, in fact so many we had to trim a couple of things. This includes a review by Phil of Time to Play: Films by Jacques Rozier , a long desired box set from Radiance Films. So we have made a bonus episode of the full review, available on Kevin'...

We return to Hauntology, the cultural phenomenon where some people feel that the media of their 1970s childhoods was decidedly weird. The team ask who wanted to scare children, and why? Suggesting four foundational 'truths' underpinning Hauntological content; the paranormal is real, the occult is real, UFOs are real and the end is nigh. Dave, Rob and Kevin discuss how these fringe ideas migrated t...

Kevin has been practicing at making a podcast for this very episode. Because we begin our 6 part appreciation of singer, songwriter and cultural masterpiece Mr David Bowie. We will discuss, from a fans point of view, the albums he created throughout his career. In this episode we talk about early musical progression, the TWO self named albums, Space Oddity of course and finish with The Man Who Sol...

If there was a Hollywood Walk of Kick Ass, Chuck Norris would have two fists planted in the cement. His films focus on martial arts, high octane action and don't bother much with introspection, romance or the multiverse. So not all bad. What is his legacy? How do his films compare to the big budget major studio fare of Schwarzenegger and Stallone? And just how did Norris become an internet meme se...

It's been 14 years since singer-songwriter Gary C Williams released his last single, Three Cheers For the Underdog, as Mr Gary C. But with the release of new music in March, his future is looking bright. Gary joined us in the 5282 studio recently to discuss his early days as a musician in bands, his influences, solo career, and the prolonged search for a title that truly captures the spirit of his...

Your monthly delve into all that's culturally unmissable is back! Here's our comprehensive look at the best in music, film, streaming and even a book review. Presented by Rob, Phil, Dave and Kevin. With Project Hail Mary filling the mainstream slot, Bi Gan's Resurrection occupying the fringe, and a look at The Rise and Fall of the Madchester scene, we also dig deep into folk, jazz, blues and alter...

Our most fringe topic. Our longest episode. A deep dive into the output of French film-making duo Caroline Poggi and Jonathan Vinel. We discuss their student work, shorts and feature films and explore their influences, techniques and message. We dig deep into that last one as their work is mysterious, opaque and open to interpretation. Thanks to Phil Todd for suggesting the topic. It's t...

We discuss the golden age of this iconic genre, from the early sixties to the mid seventies. Featuring gritty unshaven central characters who might be a bad guy in an American western, but is more ambiguous, often facing down bandits or true villains, sometimes accompanied by a comedic foil. Can the panel agree on one definitive film? And why did Dave confuse Cyber Punk with Steam Punk? Full episo...

Film-maker Kenneth Anger had a decades long career and influenced other directors and was foundational in creating post war queer and underground films in the US. All this despite never making a full feature film and with a legacy of fragmentary and abandoned work. We discuss the films in the BFI's Magick Lantern Cycle collection, and consider his mythology, controversies and influence. Full links...

Our first recommendations of this series and it's full to the brim with opinions. Kevin discusses music including Sleaford Mods and the latest Wuthering Heights soundtrack, Phil reports on his trip to the Rotterdam Film Festival, and Rob discusses streaming offerings including BBC's Waiting for the Out. Dave manages to pronounce Debbie Harry but not Frog Scouts. Understandable in our opinion. Full...

NO full episode this week. Sadly, Darren Worth could not make it to discus Bruce Springsteens Nebraska. That will be episode 22 in June. We will be back next week with our first recommendations of this series. So we are using this to announce our David Bowie episodes. Three this series and three (possibly four?) in series 6.. Thanks for supporting 5282. Presented by Kevin Petch and David Benn. No...

It starts with Monty Python's Life of Brian. Ends with Nuns on the Run. And in between is just over a decade which sees a resurgence in British film-making and rise and then retreat of a small innovative film production company. All made possible by a Beatle with a passion for new talent, small productions and very silly gags. Kevin, Dave then Rob present their favourite HandMade items. And then d...

In this AI enhanced podsperience (you can tell it's going well straight away) we start our new season with an appreciation of Lou Reed. Beloved by many musicians, given massive lee way by the labels, and in tabloid terms known as the bloke from The Velvets, we pick up where The Velvet Underground left off, and discuss Lou's solo albums. As we do, we touch on mental health, addiction, Drella, fame...

2025 Recommendations Part Deux. In this our final episode of the year both Kevin and Phil discuss their films of the year. And we close with a late but heartfelt obituary for actor Udo Kier, who passed away in November. Full links on our blog page at: https://www.kevinspetchcreative.com/news.html We make no revenue from links or recommendations. Hosts Kevin Petch, Phil Todd, Rob Wood and David Ben...

It's a bumper end of year double issue. A bit like getting a Dandy AND a Beano annual. But weirder. In this Part A, Kevin selects his albums of the year, then Rob offers his TV and streaming recommendations. Full links on our blog page at: https://www.kevinspetchcreative.com/news.html We make no revenue from links or recommendations. Hosts Kevin Petch, Rob Wood and David Benn. Produced by Kevin Pe...

There's no Christmas or New Year Doctor Who, this Festive Season. But fear not! For 5282 have got you covered, as Kevin and fellow Whovian, Chris Hoyle, bring you three episodes of scintillating Doctor Who conversation. In this third episode, Big Finish, The Projection Room and the future of Doctor Who. Enjoy! Full links on our blog page at: https://www.kevinspetchcreative.com/news.html We make no...

There's no Christmas or New Year Doctor Who, this Festive Season. But fear not! For 5282 have got you covered, as Kevin and fellow Whovian, Chris Hoyle, bring you three episodes of scintillating Doctor Who conversation. In this second episode, New Who! Or should that be NuWho? Enjoy! Full links on our blog page at: https://www.kevinspetchcreative.com/news.html We make no revenue from links or reco...