WAYTA Podcast
What Are You Talking About
What Are You Talking About (WAYTA) Podcast with James and Simon, two friends that have nothing in common and record podcasts about current affairs live and uncensored from the nearest pub
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Episodes
Waymo comes to London, a drone police chase, and why it might be the hottest summer on record 02.06.2026 55:26
Episode 38. Simon has a bunch of new experiences to share; from trying his hands at pottery, an inevitable soundbath fail, and finally being chased by suspected drone police in Italy. The pair also discuss driverless taxis coming to London and why this year could be the hottest year on record. Live from the canalboat in Bow, East London. Recorded 17/05/2026 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Reps, Locks & Vinegar 11.04.2026 38:09
Episode 37. Simon clarifies his feelings on war, gets bullied by an old lady in the gym and discovers something about vinegar - while James tries to educate us all about bike locks. Joined by their 2nd ever studio audience, no less! Live from a canalboat in Bow, London Recorded 22/03/2026 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Brakes Off: Fired, Frozen Hikes and the real reason behind the Iran War? 11.03.2026 41:09
Episode 36. The lads return from their latest hiatus with a WAYTA podcast first, a live studio audience! James explains how he lost his latest job and discovers Bad Bunny, while a slightly unhinged Simon discusses his recent traumas, settles the debate about when Spring starts and has an interesting theory behind the Iran War. Live from a canalboat in Bow, London Recorded 07/03/2026
The big Japan debrief, £1 plane ‘seats’, stress dreams and working for Elon Musk 01.09.2025 49:58
Episode 34. Freshly back in the country James gives the lowdown on his recent trip to Japan, Simon’s had a summer of great music and the boys discuss their latest weird dreams. Live from Simon's balcony, Hackney WIck Recorded 31/08/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Hello Glastonbury! 08.07.2025 38:24
Episode 33. The Glasto special! The boys share their initial thoughts on their first Glastonbury festival together, live from Worthy Farm! Find out their favourite acts, stages and food from the most action packed weekend of the year. Recorded 30/06/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
The seafood soup saga, semi-naked antics in the park and is Airbnb the new Hinge 12.05.2025 36:10
Episode 32. Simon's freshly back from visiting expensive Oslo, and James is back from A&E. The lads discuss an unfortunate accident involving some seafood soup, discuss what to do when encountering semi-naked people in the park, and ask if Airbnb is turning into a dating app. Available now, wherever you get your podcasts Live canalside at Hackney WIck Recorded 11/05/2025 Follow us! https://lin...
Busking bans, street magicians and throwing pants at Usher 14.04.2025 51:30
Episode 31. Its a birthday special! The boys celebrate more birthdays than expected, James recalls his favourite street performance and Simon has an interesting experience seeing Usher at the O2 Arena, London. Live from Simon's balcony, Hackney WIck Recorded 11/04/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Glastonbury announce lineup, scientists create woolly mammoth mice and is the Tasmanian devil real 17.03.2025 55:52
Episode 30. With festival tickets secured, the boys discuss the first glasto lineup announcement, whether the recent genetically modified mice are the start of Jurassic Park and whether the Tasmanian devil is real or not. Live from the Foxglove Pub, Islington, London Recorded 14/03/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Starting YouTube, exploring sinkholes, and microplastics hacks you need to know 03.03.2025 55:23
Episode 29. Simon's excited about starting his travel vlog on YouTube and has heartwarming news to share about his mum. The pair have differing views on what causes sinkholes, and discuss some surprising ways to reduce your microplastic consumption Live from The Fox on the Hill, Denmark Hill, London Recorded 02/03/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Romance, hot yoga and Sesame Street in Iraq 17.02.2025 59:35
Episode 28. James' transformation continues as he gets into herbal tea and shows his romantic side for V day, while Simon gets banned from hot yoga. The pair debate how DEI could be detrimental in Air Traffic Control and play a quiz about some of the alleged misspending at the beleagured USAID. Live from Hamilton Hall, Liverpool Street, London Recorded 16/02/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/wayta...
Backpacking Colombia, benefits of Trump and transforming the Isle of Wight 03.02.2025 54:40
Episode 27. The boys are reunited after 6 weeks apart, and things couldn’t seem more different. James hasn’t had a drink for a month, Simon’s been solo-travelling around Colombia, and the duo discuss differing views on Trump, Guantanamo bay II and the Isle of Wight. Live from Penderel’s Oak, Holborn, London Recorded 01/02/2025 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Vigilante mode, UFOs and are inner city drivers born stupid 18.11.2024 54:17
Episode 26. In a crime fighting special, the boys relive their experience catching a bike thieving burglar earlier this year, and explore why people are so addicted to their cars in London. Live from the Half Moon, Stepney Green (home to maybe the cheapest Guinness in London) Recorded 14/11/2024 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Ice VS water, stolen coats and space catch baby 11.11.2024 30:35
Episode 25. The boys engage in a heated discussion about climate change. Simon's angry at becoming a victim of crime after having his coat stolen, but James is a happy bunny cycling around town losing weight and the latest SpaceX success. Live from the Green Goose in Bow, Recorded 08/11/2024 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Halloween costumes gone wrong, is Trump okay and how not to change bed sheets 04.11.2024 33:58
Episode 24. Simon’s been on Trump-watch and has a Halloween costume malfunction, while James survives his first half term and learns how to change bed sheets. Recorded live from Simon’s apartment in Hackney Wick 01/11/2024 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Pancakes, hurricanes and the worst thing since sliced bread 15.10.2024 47:18
Episode 23. James discusses his love for pancakes and explains what hurricanes are, while Simon relives his most recent trauma ordering bread at Gail’s Bakery. Live from the Montpellier, Peckham Recorded 10/10/2024 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
“They’re eating the cats”, stories from school and the joy of a forgetful vegan 25.09.2024 49:50
Episode 22. James’ eldest starts primary school so the lads recall their different school experiences. Simon’s second dinner with strangers is ruined by a forgetful vegan, and reaction to Trump’s latest rants of misinformation. Live from Kentish Drovers (Spoons), Peckham Recorded 24/09/2024 Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Dinner with strangers, do star signs mean anything and eating in space 11.09.2024 45:50
Episode 21. James quits Lime to join Taskrabbit, and Simon starts having dinner with strangers. The duo share their thoughts on star signs, the recent superyacht sinking and how do people eat in space. Live from Crate Brewery, Hackney Wick, London. Recorded 06/09/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Oasis tickets, difficulties of phone charging and things you’ll never see on the Eurostar 03.09.2024 44:21
Episode 20. Milestone edition! Simon is happy from recent trips to the Apple Store and Paris for a festival, via a very amusing Eurostar journey. James explains what his first luxury cruise was like with the family. And the pair may land the funniest Space Facts update so far. Live from Franks Cafe, Peckham, South London. Recorded 01/09/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Road trippin’ USA, being stuck in space and what to do with UK Rioters 21.08.2024 48:07
Episode 19. Get the debrief on ‘boon-docking’, van life and National Parks from Simon’s recent road trip in the USA. James explains if some astronauts are lost in space, and the boys discuss what punishments should be doled out to recently convicted rioters in the UK. Live from Kentish Drovers (Spoons), Peckham, South London. Recorded 09/08/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Abseiling for charity, aliens on the moon and what really happened at the Trump shooting 19.07.2024 46:09
Episode 18. In a birthday special, the boys discuss what its like to abseil with Royal Marines, how to greet aliens on the dark side of the moon and what really happened at the recent failed Trump assassination attempt. Live from Franks Cafe, Peckham, South London. Recorded 17/07/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
UK Election Special 02.07.2024 44:15
Episode 17. Find politics boring? Can’t be bothered to read manifestos? WAYTA to the rescue! In a special episode, the boys run through priorities of the main political parties ahead of this week’s general election. Live canalside in Alperton, West London. Recorded 29/06/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
Just Stop Oil, James’ new job and Simon takes up gambling 27.06.2024 44:31
Episode 16. The boys share their thoughts on Just Stop Oil’s latest escapades, James has a new job and Simon finds a new hobby to get stuck into. Live canalside at Hackney Bridge, Hackney Wick. Recorded 26/06/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
What a nerd festival is really like, landing spaceships upright and how to tackle bears when camping 10.06.2024 51:56
Episode 15. James gets super excited about attending his 1st festival full of nerds and watching the latest SpaceX launch, while Simon considers what outdoor essentials he'll need to go camping with grizzly bears. Live from Simon's apartment in Hackney Wick. Recorded 09/06/2024. Follow us! https://linktr.ee/waytapod
James’ debrief from Japan, pig organs in humans, and how to chat up girls in bars 20.05.2024 54:25
Episode 14. The boys are back from a couple months hiatus to trade travel stories, share insights on some of the weirdest news stories recently, and attempt to help one listener with talking to girls in bars. Live from James’ narrow boat in the Limehouse canal. Recorded 19/05/2024. Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/waytapodcast/
Simon WILL make you sleep better, James is going to Japan and Kate Middleton’s been editing photos? 18.03.2024 43:35
Episode 13. James prepares for Japan, and Simon thinks he can cure your sleep woes, but not before they delve into the world of Kate Middleton conspiracy theories and banning TikTok for being evil. Introducing a new permanent segment, Life Hacks & Space Facts. Live from the Beer Merchants Tap, Hackney Wick, East London. Recorded 15/03/2024 Follow us on https://www.instagram.com/waytapodcast/
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