The Brittas Empire Podcast

Ahead of the next Brittas Empire stage play Chris & JD chat to the cast and director, as they tell us how magic is created on stage, the challenges of bringing Brittas to theatre, along with their favourite characters, episodes and more! The Brittas Empire will be performed at The Boulevard Theatre, Milford Haven June 25 - June 27th 2026. It's a must see for any Brittas Empire fan! Tickets...

Why isn't The Brittas Empire repeated on TV anymore? Chris, JD and Actor/Director John Wilkins try to solve this very puzzle, plus John (who is playing Gordon Brittas himself!) talks about the upcoming stage play of The Brittas Empire in Manchester! It runs from April 23rd - April 25th 2026...grab those tickets at www.ticketsource.co.uk

Chris, John, Anthony and Louise close the year with one last discussion...it's the 1994 Christmas Special. This unusual episode is set in both 2019 and 1989, and there's lots to discuss...including some continuity errors! If you would like to get in touch with Chris and JD regarding the Brittas Empire, you can e-mail brittasempirepod@gmail.com . The Brittas Empire Podcast will return in th...

Chris and JD are joined by Anthony and Louise as they discuss the series 5 finale...the infamous water tank episode with trivia and deep, deep analysis !

It's the penultimate episode of series 5 - Colin has found an unexploded WW2 bomb, and Carole's world is also blowing up when the social services pay a visit. Brittas meanwhile is preparing to leave for Brussels - what will John and Chris make of this one? Let's find out!

There's 17 staff pregnancies and Colin and Carole are getting married! Also, is this episode problematic in 2025? Chris Nichols and JD Collins bring more big Brittas debates to the table so sit back and enjoy.

Chris & JD hit the halfway point of the fifth series. In this episode, Gavin's managerial skills are tested to the limits as Brittas decides if Gavin has what it takes to manage the world's more dangerous leisure centre!

Lies, confusion and chaos...Michael has returned to stir up trouble and Brittas is determined to get to the truth. Chris also speaks about his own experience with scammers!

Gordon Brittas is in Brussels, surely nothing can go wrong at Whitbury Leisure Centre? Chris & JD chat about recent TV and more.

Colin's garden's blown up rendering him blind...making the job of sacking him a little tricky. Helen meanwhile doesn't want to go to Brussels; how can she ask for drugs when she doesn't even speak the language? Chris and JD discuss another explosive episode!

The Brittas Empire Podcast returns to discuss the fifth series! Songs of Praise have arrived at the newly rebuilt Whitbury Leisure Centre after it burnt to a crisp in the last episode. It's not long before chaos resumes, with a potential serial killer on the loose??

They're two huge comic creations, and in this special episode Chris & JD do a quick compare and contrast between social-climbing snob Hyacinth Bucket and nightmare manager Gordon Brittas! This episode is dedicated to, and in memory of, Dame Patricia Routledge, who died 03/10/2025. She will be missed by millions, but Hyacinth Bucket will live on...making generations laugh forever.

This week Chris and JD are joined by host of the Vicar of Dibley podcast as they discuss the recent stage play performed by MKTOC. Hear about how Chris and JD nearly missed the entire show and a wider discussion about sitcoms on stage. Like/Subscribe !

In this very special episode Chris is joined by the writer/director Steve Clark who is bringing The Brittas Empire to the stage from 29th April to 3rd May 2025 at Stantonbury Theatre, Milton Keynes! Chris and Steve discuss the production of the play, what to expect, along with what involvement the original writers have had. Steve has long history of converting TV sitcoms the stage, with other cred...

Gordon Brittas introduces new measures to deal with snowy weather.

Whitbury Leisure Centre is on fire! Chris and JD discuss the series 4 finale with some fun facts too. Don't forget to like, share and subscribe to keep up to date with all the latest episodes. The Brittas Empire Podcast will return (at some point) in 2025. Thank you for your continued support!

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In this special episode Chris, JD and Louise discuss which episode they dislike from series 1-4 of The Brittas Empire, which character they would throw into the Brittas boiler and what they hate the most about Christmas! It's a festive fun discussion for all you Whitbury Newtowners!

Councellor Drugget has arrived in another attempt to sack Brittas as manager...join Chris and JD as they discuss the downfall of Gordon Brittas! As always like and subscribe.

The staff are getting ready for an annual dance event but half of them can't find partners, and it looks like Carole's dreams are to be crushed again! Dive into another pool of great discussions with Chris and JD.

Chris and JD return to discuss the second half of series 4, kicking off with Playing With Fire! Gavin's fiancée is on the loose with matches and petrol, whilst the staff have some burning questions of their own. Discussion, analysis and trivia - subscribe wherever you get your podcast!

The boys discuss the hypnotist episode. With Linda barking, Carole croaking and Colin telling people he loves them, Laura dreams of a world where Brittas too could be different...

Colin's clean, there's a cat in the boiler and Brittas is wanting answers! Analysis, discussion and more with your hosts...Chris Nichols and JD Collins!

Gordon Brittas's twins are to be Christened in the leisure centre and Helen has lost the kids! Horatio's awful fiancé arrives too. Another wild episode and fun discussion. Like, share and subscribe!

The Brittas Empire Podcast returns to discuss series 4! In this episode the leisure centre is under siege and Sebastian Coe pays a visit! It's more detailed analysis and discussion with your hosts Chris Nichols and JD Collins; don't forget to like, share and subscribe! Exxxxxcellent!