THE SHY LIFE PODCAST

Here we are for episode 552! Paul and his special guests discuss two of Mr Yeti's poetry collections (Rollercoaster and Third Time Lucky) that this year celebrate their 20th anniversaries - with plenty of poems shared! As well as discussing the verse, Special Guest Nick Goodman joins us to discuss shared experiences of self-publishing.  Our next show, #553 sees Tallulah's Music School the centre f...

Here we are for episode 551! Paul and the gang head back to Richmond Park - there are more rumours of vampire activity, but the actual truth is something quite different yet of a completely strange and mischievous nature! We also have an entertainment quiz with Calum and some Sutton Park from Spring 1998! Thanks to Big Fatty for the use of a couple of clips from recent episodes of Big Fatty Online...

Here we are f or episode 550! Bettina calls Paul in a panic when she suspects that there are vampires in her cellar; what will Paul and Cromitty find? Meanwhile, Ikk and Yeti Uncle John experience sudden change! We also have some quizzing antics with Calum as the guys embark on a round of true or false before Paul does a quick music quiz!  Our next show, #551 sees us heading down into the woods in...

Here we are f or episode 549! In which Paul and Leigh discuss the big music hits of 1998 on both sides of the pond! Ikk also joins us to share with his renditions of some of these songs!  Our next show, #550 finds Bettina alone at home in a bit of a panic after a mysterious visitor shows up at her door... Are there vampires living in her cellar!? Can Paul and the gang help her out?  Email us at sh...

Here we are f or episode 548! In which Yeti Uncle John sits too long in the sun and begins to recall somewhat unreliable memories of when people discussed with him exactly how much of genius he actually is! Let's just hope it doesn't go to his head! There is also a True and False quiz with Calum and Sutton Park clips from the late 90s. Thanks to all our special guests this time around!  Our next s...

Here we are f or episode 547! This time Paul feels that Uncle Warren ought to be properly introduced to all the team now that he is a regular co-host; this happens but the two also chat about some more big years in British TV - this time it's the turn of 1976, 1985 and 1995! Also - not only do we have Sutton Park clips from the late 1990s, but it would appear that Warren has his fair share of admi...

Here we are for episode 546! This time we have a very special guest - not only has he gifted us a lot of his music, of late - but he is indeed our Patreon! Yes, it's Muffleyontour and he's here to chat with Mr Yeti about all manner of subjects - from Dr Who to books they've both been reading and podcasts of the moment. They also have a chat about approachable podcasts and also the challenges of re...

Here we are for episode 545! This time Bettina has a mission for Paul; but it's very short notice... He has 48 hours to produce a short documentary on August for a forthcoming festival being held in honour of the great artist! Can he do it? There are also one or two other answers to August-related mysteries that emerge during the course of this edition! Thanks to everyone who helped out with this...

Here we are for episode 544! This time Paul and Nick discuss some films and TV shows over a glass or two... or three... of white wine! It's quite a mixed bag thematically too - avoiding the main-stream; from the late 70s Australian eco-thriller Long Weekend to the early 80s Italian attempt at an Alien sequel, Alien 2 - both Mr Yeti's choices! Following that we turn to TV and begin with Season 2 ep...

Here we are for episode 543!  Cromitty has been having strange dreams about jelly snakes - he is unable to sleep soundly and is tormented by his nightmares. What can it all mean!?! Are the Yoga Vampires targeting him again and if so how can he overcome their evil attempts to lure him into their dastardly blood-sucking ways? Cromitty seeks help from Paul - but also turns to Trowby, Toppie and Dr Qu...

Here we are for episode 542!  This time we are back for another episode of Chatterbox which was recorded over the Jubilee Weekend in June 2022 - and yet we barely mention it because none of us had been paying very much attention. Instead of discussing The Queen we return to chatting about the difference between UK and American words - consider spaghetti junction, drop in on old TV shows (many from...

Here we are for episode 541! This time Yeti Uncle John is desperate for more recordings that he can send to Radio Dull FM to gain more yummy biscuits in payment and so he recruits Bettina to tell some of her dullest stories... There is one problem, of course - but you'll have to listen to find out what it is! We also have a quiz with Calum, recorded back in the Spring of 2021 and more from the mov...

Here we are for episode 540! This time on the show we head back to the ancestral home to chat to Paul's mum about the old red telephone box across from their house which is now a home for stray books and various oddments free for the taking! Paul also discusses some of the books that he's been reading recently and Cuthbert shares some Sutton Park from 1998 and a new composition by Muffley! Thanks...

Here we are f or episode 539! In which Paul is surprised to find a fake Warhol in Tallulah Twinklehorn's living room; who exactly is responsible? Paul has his theories... but this time he might not be right! Toppie Smellie's Aunt Tappie (from The Smellcast) also joins us to discuss the painting with a few surprising anecdotes! We also share a chat between Paul and Nick about two editions of "Look...

Here we are f or episode 538! In which Paul and the regulars celebrates the 6th anniversary of The Shy Life Podcast! Yeti Uncle John takes part in an entertainment quiz, Cromitty discusses previous anniversary episodes with clips, Bettina Du Pres gives Paul advice and other regulars call in to share birthday wishes!  Our next show, #539 sees us embroiled in a mystery involving Bettina Du Pres and...

Here we are f or episode 537! This time Sniffy Martin and Cromitty investigate what is going on with Yeti Uncle John and Ikk on the spaceship... What edible secrets are they hiding away!? You listeners may already know more than we do! We also have Sutton Park clips for you from Spring 1998 where we reach episode 2000 and are presented with further secrets and lies.  Our next show, #538 sees us ce...

Here we are for episode 536! This time Uncle Warren helps Paul transport an old box of DVDs (which used to belong to Cromitty's friend, Mylo!) over to his flat and a long chat about old television ensues - we also peer into the internet to see what was going on in British TV during 1977 and 1983! In addition to this we present some Sutton Park clips from early 1998  - whatever is going on there!? ...

Here we are for episode 535! This time Paul is on the search for a new library podcasting studios where he can record the show! Happily he finds one; except that it is actually a vacant waiting room on a nearby railway station! Is this really going to be good enough!? We also have Sutton Park clips from the Spring of 1998 - how will Little Jay react when he meets Owen, the twin brother of his rece...

Here we are for episode 534!  Paul and Martin reunite to discuss more of the big hits of the 1950s on both sides of the pond - this time focusing on the years 1954 and 1955! Ikk also joins us to perform some of his favourite tunes of the period. What will he have in store? We also have a very noisy special guest this edition - one with four legs and a loud meow! (It's Deeley!) I'm sorry - I refuse...

Here we are for episode 533!  Paul has received an anonymous letter accusing him of fakery - whilst Bettina pops over to discuss one of her 60s movies, Fiend In Flared Jeans. Meanwhile Ikk and Yeti Uncle John squabble over his illicitly acquired biscuits! All this and we have music, quizzes with Calum and archive clips!  Our next episode, #534 sees Paul and Martin Holmes catching up again to discu...

Here we are for episode 532! This time Paul and Nick catchup to discuss some of the films that they worked on during the 1990s and how sometimes the behind-the-scenes activities became plotlines for Sutton Park; a case of fiction growing out of fiction, if you will...  Our next show, #533 sees us catching up with Bettina as she tells us about one of her favourite films that she was involved in dur...

Here we are for episode 531! This time we visit Mr Yeti's parents - but chat to many various friends in person and via in the web along the way! It's a bumper-length episode with new music - old clips and all manner of odd bits and pieces! Thanks to Trowby, Toppie, Nick G, Leigh, Calum, Warren, Martin H, Harry, Mum and many others for their help this time.  Our next show, #531 is the first of a tw...

Here we are f or episode 530! Paul and the gang head off to visit Dragon Albert at the phoenix sanctuary where their old friend Gulliver Tremain is also doing some volunteer work; meanwhile - back at home Yeti Uncle John drags Ikk into some of his cheeky plans involving Paul's Diary readings, Radio DULL FM and some biscuits! We also have Sutton Park clips from Spring 1995 and quiz with Paul and Ca...

Here we are f or episode 529! Paul, Nick and Toppie catch up to compare words from across the pond - they also have an appointment with the therapist! Let's just hope that everything runs smoothly; but it can't be guaranteed! Our next show, #530 sees us all heading out to see Dragon Albert at The Phoenix Sanctuary; with lots of familiar faces and one or two surprises! Do please join us if you can!...

Here we are f or episode 528! This time Paul and Leigh catch up again to discuss the big music hits of 1997 on both sides of the pond; not to mention sharing some of Ikk's exciting renditions of his favourites!  Our next show, #529 sees Paul, Nick and Toppie Smellie having words; what EVER will occur!  Email us at shyyeti@yahoo.co.uk if you have any comments - you can even send me a sound-file and...