BBC Radio 5 Live

Tailenders

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Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White take an alternative (and sometimes musical) look at cricket...

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BBC Radio 5 Live

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Sports

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www.bbc.co.uk

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Time Travel and The Voice of the Sea 12.05.2020

Michael Vaughan joins Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin as they head back to 2005 to review England’s two-run win over Australia in the second Test at Edgbaston. Plus Mattchin’s latest game 'The Vaughan Ultimatum', 'Go Wells' and more on The Maccabees' Norwich Arts Centre 'ticket fiasco'.

2005 and all that 06.05.2020

Ahead of the Test Match Special replay of the iconic 2005 Ashes Test at Edgbaston, Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin look back at how cricket gripped the nation in the balmy summer of 2005. Plus more poetry, General Cricketing Gladness and Ball Wax.

G.C.G. 30.04.2020

Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin hear listeners tales of cricketing joy in a ‘General Cricketing Gladness Special’. Plus Jimmy reflects on when we might have some cricket this summer, ‘Go Wells’, the trials and tribulations of playing the Norwich Art Centre and a touch of poetry.

The Instagram Live Quiz (The Second Innings) 24.04.2020

Following the debacle of Mattchin’s first Instagram Live Quiz, that didn’t go well, this is his follow-up which, in true Tailenders fashion, is neither live nor on Instagram. Plus we have a new take on ‘GCS’, wedding updates and Felix explains why Tailenders are like dolphins. Oh, and we have a very special guest but ’No Surprises’ for guessing who that is.

The Emergency Post Quiz Podcast 14.04.2020

Following a weekend of Tailenders activity, Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin assemble to review the replay of Headingley, the ’Scorealong’ and Mattchin’s post match Instagram Quiz, which it's fair to say did not go well. Warning: This podcast contains some strong(ish) language. Go (Stay) Well.

Scorecards and Hoovers 07.04.2020

Greg, Jimmy, Felix and Mattchin are joined by TMS scorer Andy Zaltzman as they look to get ‘match fit’ for the upcoming ’score-along’. Plus Jimmy relives the time he was most nervous during a Test Match and Felix creates a playlist for household chores #tailendersoftheworlduniteandtakehoover

Seattle, Say it, Salford? 02.04.2020

Greg, Jimmy and Felix continue to broadcast ‘in isolation’ but this week they are joined by a new guest listener. Plus Mattchin takes us on our ‘virtual’ holidays, a review of ’The Test’ - the new documentary series about the Aussie cricket team - and Felix has some explaining to do about last week’s ‘Isolation, Interactive Quiz’.

The Tailenders Interactive Isolation Quiz 25.03.2020

Mattchin is your quiz master for the first ever Tailenders Interactive Isolation Quiz. Rounds include Literature, Crusic and an unusual singing round. Go (stay) well.

The Isolation Special 18.03.2020

No DPRs, no viking embraces and definitely no Dizzee fist bumps as Greg, Felix, Jimmy and Mattchin isolate themselves in various locations across the UK in order to record the latest Tailenders. Expect the usual nonsense, plus a review of the Manchester show including a final update from scorer Katie, a new take on ‘Project Mobilisation’ plus an idea to really get Tailenders of the world to unite...

Live from The Palace - Part 2 10.03.2020

More nonsense from the live show in Manchester, including a surprise for Jimmy, GCS and a special listener reunion.

Live from The Palace - Part 1 10.03.2020

Tailenders of the world united and took over the Palace Theatre, Manchester, for a night of ’twaddly cricket chat’, stupid games, songs and the odd special guest. Contains mangoes, live shredding, batting jackets and Allan Lamb (sort of).

Off Piste 27.02.2020

Greg, Jimmy and Felix talk Trump, Thailand and T20 plus crowdsurfing, detectives, set lists, a different take on ‘GCS’ and ‘Project Mobilisation’. Go Well.

The Romance Special (The Third Date) 11.02.2020

Following the success (?) of the first two Romance Specials, Greg, Jimmy and Felix find out if true love can be found via a shared passion for cricket. Plus Mattchin is back with a new quiz, a look back at the one day series against South Africa and former England batter and TMS regular Ebony Rainford-Brent is our special guest.

Siri, Sachin and South Africa 03.02.2020

Greg, Jimmy and Felix review England’s series win against South Africa, discover which players have the worst timekeeping and ‘General Cricketing Sadness’ makes a welcome return.

The Palace, The Debate and The Victory 23.01.2020

Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White reveal the location and date of the next live show, review how ’Tailenders’ infiltrated Sky TV and look back at England’s comprehensive victory over South Africa. Plus another round of ‘Whozzat’, Go Wells and the tantalising prospect of one of the most bizarre duets in musical history.

The Mattchin Report 22.01.2020

Greg James, Felix White and Jimmy Anderson are live (sort of) on the radio for another edition of Tailenders, including a ‘General Cricketing Sadness’ 20 years in the making, Banner Update and a unique Mattchin Report.

I’ll Tell You What It Is. It’s Felix’s Dirty Secret. 15.01.2020

Greg, Jimmy and Felix look back at the second test between England and South Africa, plus Jimmy gives an injury update, Mattchin has a new game and Felix has a dirty secret.

The Sickness Episode (aka The Perils of Playing in White Trousers) 31.12.2019

An emergency ’Tailenders Assemble’ podcast to look back at the first test between South Africa and England which was blighted by a sickness bug that swept through the England team resulting in quarantined players and plenty of antiseptic wipes. Plus how to make a cup of tea while scoring and an update on project mobilisation.

We’re Having Xmas in March 13.12.2019

Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White announce they are going to postpone Xmas and move it to March. Plus they preview England's upcoming series against South Africa, look back at the career of the late, great Bob Willis and Mattchin Tendulkar reveals how he became the new singer of The Maccabees.

Sandra Bullock 05.12.2019

Greg James, Jimmy Anderson and Felix White look back at the NZ Test series, Mattchin returns for an edition of ‘Our Jimmy’ and we get the latest on Jimmy’s ‘lads holiday’ with Mark Wood in South Africa. This podcast was recorded before the sad news of the death of legendary England fast bowler and broadcaster Bob Willis - one of our favourite players. We’ll do a full tribute to one of England’s fi...

The Net Session 20.11.2019

It’s our second birthday and to celebrate we headed to The Oval to record the podcast and to have a net session, which seemed like a good idea at the time. Plus Mattchin Tendulkar pitches a new cricketing idea, we look back at England's T20 series versus New Zealand and several cricketing legends are ’thrown under the bus’. Go Well.

See It. Say It. Salford. 06.11.2019

Greg, Jimmy and a grumpy Felix assess the NZ series so far, find out which grounds are most popular among England players and Mattchin has a new game. Plus Xmas singles, Alan Lamb and Logistics.

Comedowns and Conditioning 25.10.2019

Greg, Jimmy and Felix review the events at ’Tailenders Live’, pass judgement on ’The Hundred’ draft and discuss the important topic of hair care.

The Hackney Special: Part Two 18.10.2019

Part two of when Tailenders took over The Hackney Empire: includes ‘Freudian Slips’, ‘Crusic’, glass cleaning and an unusual Q&A with the audience. Go well! #tailendersoftheworlduniteandtakeover

The Hackney Special: Part One 18.10.2019

Greg, Jimmy and Felix are joined by an all star band, the odd special guest and the legend that is Mattchin Tendulkar to take over the Hackney Empire for a live Tailenders Special. Expect shredding, Brimful of Ashes, Elly Oldroyd in the Windy Gantry, General Cricketing Sadness and Mattchin’s Summer Report... Go Well! #tailendersoftheworlduniteandtakeover

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