The Mildly Controversial Podcast

After 5 years and hundreds of episodes of this podcast abiding by only two rules, WE BREAK ONE OF THEM in this, the series 6 finale. Mike & Baz are joined by their favourite American, Dayna Pereira, to talk about their NOT favourite American, the 79 year old toddler, Donald Trump. Knowing that even posting this episode could ban Mike & Baz from entering the USA hasn't stopped them - be...

After 5 episodes this series where Mike enlisted the help of a NotBaz, this week he's joined by an IZBAZ. Baz is back. The band is back together and all is well with the world.

In this episode of The Mildly Controversial Podcast, host Mike Sneddon welcomes Kimmi Kaiy back for a lively discussion. They reflect on their previous conversation, Kimmi's journey into stand-up comedy, and the challenges she faces in her new career. The conversation shifts to the impact of AI on society, with Kimmi expressing her concerns about its influence on creativity and critical thinki...

In this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, host Mike Sneddon welcomes back Dayna Pereira and introduces Michelin star chef Paul Foster. The conversation explores the intricacies of achieving a Michelin star, the pressures of high-end cooking, and the evolution of kitchen culture. Paul shares insights on the importance of quality ingredients over local sourcing, the significance of presen...

Its the end of the year and Mike is joined by this week's NotBaz, Laurie Knox. Mike announces the Best and Worst Adverts of the Year, The Most Pointless Product of the Year and the best news stories of the year. Laurie gets controversial, TWICE, and it's not even MILDLY!

In this Christmas special episode of the Mildly Controversial podcast, Mike is joined by this week's NotBaz, guest co-host Anneka Panicker. They discuss various overrated aspects of Christmas, including traditional meals, songs, and advertising. They share personal anecdotes and opinions on what makes Christmas special and the challenges of adulthood during the holiday season. CHAPTERS 06:04 C...

We are back for SERIES 6! This series, Baz is taking a sabbatical after 5 years of loyal service to the podcast so each week will feature a guest co-host (or NotBaz, as we like to call them!) This week, our NotBaz is friend of the show, Dayna Pereira! Since our last podcast, Mike & Baz have met Dayna IRL as Dayna and her family travelled through the UK and Ireland. Dayna reveals her best and w...

Mike & Baz are BACK, briefly, for an inter-series SPECIAL! Mike and Baz both had such newsworthy events happen, they couldn't wait for the new series to tell you all about it. With such broad subjects as the monarchy, men's health, drinking culture and what the king thought of Baz's fashion sense, this one is not to be missed!

In this last episode of series five, Mike is lying to Baz throughout the entire episode - WILL HE NOTICE? Mike has had enough of being beaten by Baz in their "Battle of the Bullshitters" episodes - he's lost 3 out of 3! Baz seems to be really good at spotting when Mike is lying. But how about when he's not looking out for the lies? Mike is throwing out some pretty big lies, here....

In this episode, Mike and Baz welcome Tony Rodd, a MasterChef finalist and restaurant owner, who shares his culinary journey from amateur cook to professional chef. Tony discusses the challenges of running a restaurant, the evolution of his cooking style, and his controversial opinions. The conversation is filled with humour, anecdotes, and insights into the world of fine dining and the restaurant...

In this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, hosts Mike and Baz engage in a light-hearted conversation about birthdays, aging, and the humorous realities of life. They share personal anecdotes about their recent experiences, including a night out filled with drinks, hangover cures, and interactions with notable guests like Annika. The discussion also delves into Mike's experiences on f...

In this episode, Mike and Baz welcome back Dayna Pereira. Dayna shares a personal story about losing a portion of her pinky finger due to a dog incident, leading to discussions about dog fostering and the emotional challenges that come with it. The episode is filled with humor, personal anecdotes, and insights into the lives of the hosts. In this engaging conversation, Dayna Pereira shares her exp...

In this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, hosts Mike and Baz welcome Anneka Woodhead, who shares her personal journey with panic disorder and agoraphobia. An episode which is entertaining, enjoyable and thought-provoking, Anneka discusses the challenges of living with these conditions, including the overwhelming nature of panic attacks and the importance of exposure therapy. The convers...

We are BAAACK for another series and we start with our amazing guest Abigoliah Shamaun. With 3 months off in the run up to our big launch of SERIES 5, you'd think Mike would have plenty of time to write the show notes nut no, he forgot it was a thing that had to be done and left it til the night before posting. So AI has done it. Pretty well to be honest. Over to you AI... Summary In this epis...

In this episode, Mike & Baz reflect on their experiences throughout 2024, discussing their Christmas celebrations, reviewing their New Year's resolutions, and sharing insights on personal growth and opportunities. They emphasize the importance of saying yes to new experiences and outline their aspirations for the future, particularly in the realm of acting. In this engaging conversation, Mike...

In this festive episode, Mike and Baz dive into their Christmas traditions, plans, and the quirks of the season. They discuss everything from Christmas movies and the rise of Christmas Eve boxes to the annoyances of middle lane drivers and the absurdity of neck pillows on short flights. The conversation flows through their naughty and nice lists, and the peculiarities of festive food and drink. Wi...

It's the NEWS REVIEW OF THE YEAR 2024! Mike edited the content and AI edited the camera shots. Mildly Controversially, putting Baz on the left. Wouldn't happen to Ant & Dec, would it? OK then AI, think you're good, write our show notes....... "In this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, hosts Mike and Baz reflect on the most outrageous news stories of the past year. They delve into a...

Summary In this episode of the Mildly Controversial Podcast, hosts Mike and Baz recount their recent adventures, including a TikTok meetup in London, travel mishaps, and social dynamics at events. They delve into personal experiences of social awkwardness, unexpected encounters, and the challenges of networking. The conversation also touches on the controversial suspension of the Groucho Club's li...

In this Thanksgiving special episode, Mike and Baz explore the origins and traditions of Thanksgiving, particularly from an American perspective. They discuss the significance of family gatherings, the typical foods associated with the holiday, and the cultural impact of Black Friday. The conversation is filled with humour and personal anecdotes, as they reflect on their experiences and opinions a...

Mike & Baz are loading up a rocket and f*cking things to the moon again. Food, celebrities & ignorant people get loaded up and f*cked to the moon.

How do you do an election special when your own podcast's rules forbid talk about politics. Good question. Listen to find out!

This week, Mike & Baz are joined by Nathan Hoole, an actual, real life private investigator from Sheffield. Nathan shares his stories and experiences, including five thai massages in the name of an investigation and several investigation tactics you didn't even know were legal! Check out Nathan's podcast at https://open.spotify.com/show/3dWc5BeZY0mju5MsoJAPEV?si=61e2a0b734e7485e Find out more...

In this week's episode, Mike reveals his clean-shaven face for the first time in 30 years - and he HATES it! Baz is having his 400 year old house rethatched and the boys both discuss Mike's new sitcom Don't miss the end where Mike & Baz argue for the first time on the show!

This week, Mike & Baz welcome Timmy & Sam from The OuseValley Singles Club, a comedy skiffle band from Baz’s home town of Bedford. We hear about Timmy’s innovative punishment for racistrioters and Sam’s opinion about why the 70s weren’t all they’re cracked up tobe. We also get three live songs from the boys, duetting overthe internet – making Mike’s job of editing far too complicated! Find out mor...

In preparation for A.I. inevitably taking over the world, Mike & Baz have let A.I. take over this episode of the podcast! Here are the show notes that A.I. wrote... In this episode, Mike and Baz explore the integration of AI into their podcasting process, sharing personal updates and weekend adventures. They discuss the potential of AI to take over various aspects of life, including content cr...