Talking Codswallop

When Talking Codswallop and USUK Chronicles come together, they make the funniest episode known to mankind. This episode has three friends and two mortal enemies... but will the "enemies" put their feelings aside to create the magic for The Codswallop Chronicles? You'd best have a listen to find out.  As the podcasts are combined, it would be silly not to also combine each of our segments, this sh...

This week Gemma is joined by Andy... yep, you read that right, Andy makes a visit to the show as James was tending to his Glory Holes again. So for all you Andy fans here's a chance to hear the less-grumpy sod again. We catch up on Andy's DIY skills and where did Andy find himself? Joint Codswallop this week, stories of the week, new segment idea and much much more.  IF this is your first time lis...

James returns to the podcast after his bout of the "sniffles" and moans about the snow. Gemma wishes she could see snow!!!! They discuss their Christmas and New Year activities, some great, some sad. We speculate what #WanderVision is going to be like, discuss (without spoilers) #CobraKai and a few other TV programmes we've been watching during lockdown.... let's face it, there's not much else we...

This week Gemma sits down with cartoonist, writer and editor Mr David Leach. We discuss David's expansive career in the world of comics; from his first job working alongside Bob Godfrey as Ghost drawer on Henry's Cat, Oink where Psycho Gran was first created, working at Marvel US + UK to his current role working as the Senior Creative Editor at Titan Comics. This man has had an incredible journey....

HAPPY NEW YEAR!!!  This week we return with an awesome interview which will make you laugh your blooming socks off. James and Gemma sit down with author and incredible lady; Julie Sursok. We find out about her book; "I'm Now Called a Senior WTF", her life, her choices for moving from South Africa to Australia and much more.  Julie is a very funny lady and her book reflects her comical and amazing...

THE FINAL SHOW OF THE YEAR!!!!!  James and Gemma sit down to discuss their #Codswallop's, but most importantly we read and discuss YOUR #Codswallop, Predictions and hopes; boy did we have a laugh with them. Gemma surprises James with a final Codswallop from one of our Tadpoles.  So many laughs in this episode. OUR WISH FOR 2021 IS FOR YOU TO SUBSCRIBE TO THIS PODCAST IF YOU DON'T ALREADY. THIS WOU...

It is Christmas. A time to all gather around and enjoy a fun, lovely, heart warming film; so we chose something dark and creepy from Tim Burton.  Listen as James and Joanne do a deep dive into Batman Returns, expressing their loves and enjoyments of the film and Joanne brings the Cosplay aspect to the show.  Follow Talking Codswallop on Facebook, Instagram + Twitter @CodswallopPod. REMEMBER TO CLI...

Guess who our guest is this week? How did you know it was Eddie Pence... Oh, wait!!! It's in title :p  This week Gemma speaks to the very funny, fussy eating and darn right good guy, Mr Eddie Pence. Eddie is a stand up comedian and Cohost for The Ramble Podcast and The Ralph Report on Patreon. We discuss lock down life, Podcasting (of course), his love for Metal music, which is right up Gemma's st...

This week Gemma and James sit down to discuss their weeks; Gemma's Christmas has been cancelled, James expresses his "love" for Elf on the Shelf. They discuss 31 of the WORST gifts you could give someone, and debunk nearly all of them. Sinister and funny Would You Rathers? Guess who brought which! How long was a coin up a mans nose? What did a lady do to upset her child? All this and much much mor...

This week Gemma sits down with an incredible musician, Matt Roberts to discuss his current and upcoming albums/singles. Matt is truly a fascinating guest and Gemma really enjoyed recording this episode. They get to know the back story of his songs, where it all started, his connection to BBC Music and much more. Matt has kindly allowed us to play his track; Fools Gold at the end of the episode, wh...

JAMES IS BACK!!! YAY! :)  In this week's episode you'll find out what word American's says wrong that really annoys Gemma, America, she loves you.... but seriously, where is the o? I hope that all of our US listeners will enjoy the education. haha! :) BUT remember, Gemma still loves you. What mode of transport annoys James? Why were chainsaws invented? What did a man take to the pub? Who deserved...

GIRL'S JUST WANNA HAVE FU-UNNN!!!  This week Gemma is joined by her friend and AWESOME stand-up comedian, Lucy Orchard. We discuss life as a female truck driver, serial killers (because, you know), and most importantly, Pokemon Go! :p Oh wait.. and we discuss her stand-up comedy too! What does the F stand for? I say it all the time, but this is a side splitting funny episode.  Follow Lucy on Socia...

This week Gemma sits down with her awesome friend Tom Stevens from USUK Chronicles Podcast to put the world to rights.  Where does Gemma stroke the dog? Life on Furlough for 10 months, what's that like? Hear about all of the amazing upcoming guests on USUK Chronicles past, present and future. So many laughs in this episode.  USUK Chronicles is an amazing podcast which you should ALL check out with...

From the brain child of Gemma; we bring to you our 2020 Halloween episode.  Taken from news stories from all around the world, Gemma and James sit around a campfire to tell the Spookiest of Stories... because they are real life stories. Ouija boards sold in Poundland, Corona Virus masks, incorrectly buried pets, crying dolls and many more stories to put a chill down your spine. OK! I'll be honest,...

This week Gemma is joined by not only an OG #SaltyTadpole but an established author Mr Bob Christian. We discuss his poetry and Bob reads a couple of pieces which are amazing. We also discuss the fact that Bob has Asperger's Syndrome and we will all get a better understanding of this syndrome and what makes the Autistic brain tick.  This really is a fascinating and insightful episode with some gee...

This week Gemma and James are joined by an especially grumpy guest who's spirit animal is Eeyore. Can you guess who it is yet? That's right, Andy returns to the show for the week.  We discuss Swearing Parrots. What a "Bell-End" did to her hair. What's the buzz about a dog finding something on a walk? Where did a man cycle to and from? What does a man use for his face mask? What is happening outsid...

This week an unwell Gemma and James discuss their eventful week's while they have been away from each other. Gemma gets the COVID-19 test done, results to be determined (but hopefully negative) due to her #Codswallop this week. James takes us on a quick trip to Car Corner and weather chat (desperate times haha). Gemma shares a weird and bonkers thing she does; do you do it as well? What happens wh...

This week Gemma had the true honour to speak to her favourite Ska Punk band; [Spunge]. The guys were just as bonkers as Gemma wanted them to be, but she managed to get some questions answers that she's always wanted to know like; what is kicking pigeon's all about? What's coming down the pipe line for [Spunge]? How has lockdown been? and what did Jarvis' dad want him to be when he grew up? He's de...

The "incredible" Duo return to give you an episode full of unmic'd audio and snotty noses. Of course, we have some laughs along the way. Is that an exotic bird? What happens when you scold your crotch? Why is a doctors surgery getting erotic? Does James steal the punchline from Gemma?.... spoilers, yes he does, that B'stard.  What else happens? Well... your going to have to stop reading and get li...

Welcome to this week's solo episode with just your "favourite" host, Gemma. Get the title now? Gemma talks to herself for 20+ minutes for your pleasure, hopefully! What did a woman find in iceland's freezer? Did the fly get out alive? Why is James not on the episode? Listener Codswallop from the lovely Westwood's. All that a bit more... I mean c'mon, Gemma was talking to herself, how much do you n...

A shorty but a goody. This week James and Gemma record not one, but two episodes for the Salty Tadpoles, but unfortunately you will only hear one of them. The clue might be in the title as to why the previous recording was deleted... but don't worry, it's Gemma's #Codswallop this week too.  Car Codswallop. Special guest from a lovely lady. What did a woman swallow (without knowing it)? Short recor...

This week Gemma is joined by her good friend Luke from Lights in the Sky Podcast, hailing all the way from New Zealand. We discuss the world largest sandwich. Was it a ghost or an intruder? What are Emu's up to? Why aren't kids called Kevin anymore? and... why is beer named after pubic hair? Gemma insults everyone in Birmingham for attempting their accent and also accidentally insults native New Z...

This week Gemma and James are joined by Cosplaying extraordinaire and James' podcasting mistress Joanne Alexander, aka HedgeScout. We discuss everything from the weird and wonderful, to Joanne's Cosplaying tips. So you'd best stop reading and click on the link to get this crazy show into your sexy earlobes.  AND Gemma + James celebrate being the winner of "Favourite Podcast" on the #NoPhonyPodcast...

During the highest of heats and sweatiest of times Gemma + James fired up their computers to STILL record an episode for the Salty Tadpoles.  Do they appreciate it? Well, you'll have to let us know.  This week from the Fires of Hell, we find out where a man's penis is? What package an Amazon driver delivered? Who's been stealing all the shoes in Germany? Could our mutual Codswallop this week be th...

James was busy attending to his "glory holes" for the grand COV-ID free re-opening of "Stafford Holes", so Gemma called upon a friend of the show, Mr Steve Ashton for help.  Without a second thought, Steve swooped in to the rescue. Find out what Steve called his Granny as a small child. How lockdown has been. What TV programs and films we've both been watching. What's invisible that would be cool...