Not Faulty, Just Blank

Happy New Year BLANKERS!! It's 'Bonus Material Time' again you lucky devils!New year but same old format 😊 so we start, as tradition dictates, at the beginning and that means a deep and sometimes disturbing dive and rummage about in the Mind of Del where the boys chat about anything and everything. Why limit yourself?Then there's another fabulously addictive game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a quick peek into the old post bag for some particularly odd listener Letters & Emails.We're outta here BLANKERS!!! Go and smash 2025 right in the chops! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hello and welcome dear Blankers to another smashing episode. In today’s masterpiece we discuss all things CRIME related!Join your 3 favourite Podcasters as they tackle anything and everything about the dirty underbelly of the world of crime. Phil even introduces us all to a brand new game - Is It a Criminal or Is It a Squash Player? Either way, it’s a real treat!Then the boys change gear somewhat by discussing the various songs related to Crime before trying to pick their final Top 10 tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist. Check it out right now on the link below...https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in hand in a bid to win the best film of the episode.And, to round it all off of course, there's the obligatory rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions.Enjoy and Merry Xmas Blankers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oi oi you lucky dogs. It's 'BONUS MATERIAL TIME' again BLANKERS!!!We start, as tradition dictates, at the beginning and that means a deep and sometimes disturbing dive and rummage about in the Mind of Del where the boys chat about anything and everything. Why limit yourself?Then there's another fabulously addictive game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a quick peek into the old post bag for some particularly odd listener Letters & Emails.Shed your skin and start over.Ta ta BLANKERS!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

G'day Blankers and welcome to another episode where we gab about all things AUSTRALIA!!!Join your 3 favourite fair dinkum fellas as they tackle anything and everything about our neighbours down under, starting with the huge amount of dangerous wildlife that lurks there as well as the famous celebrities that have graced stage, screen and even the pop scene.Then the bonza boys change gear discussing the various songs related to Australia before trying to pick their final Top 10 tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist. Check it out right now on the link below...https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in hand in a bid to win the best film of the episode.And, to round it all off of course, there's the obligatory rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions. Strewth!! That’s a whole heap of bang for your dingo dollar!Now Face North Blankers!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's that time again for another delicious dollop of Bonus material. Gorge yourselves Blankers!We start as ever with a deep and sometimes dodgy Dive into the Mind of Del where the boys discuss a variety of interesting topics.Then there's another cheeky game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a rummage in the old post bag for some curious listener Letters & Emails.When your backgrounds are flat, focus on the forefront. Stay safe BLANKERS!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's up doc? I mean....Welcome Blankers!This time around your intrepid heroes are discussing the wonderful world of CARTOONS!!!Join your 3 faves as they tackle the adrenaline-fuelled 2D excitement that only Cartoons can bring you! They kick things off with some weird and wonderful facts on the subject.Then the chaps change gear discussing the various songs related to Cartoons before trying to pick their final Top 10 (looney) tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist. Check it out right now on the link below...https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in a bid to win the best film of the episode. Space Jam anyone?And, to round it all off of course, there's the obligatory rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions.That's all folks! Stay safe Blankers Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've got another jam-packed bonus episode for your gorgeous ears.We start as ever dear Blankers with a deep and sometimes dangerous Dive into the Mind of Del where some very interesting topics end up being discussed.Then there's another cheeky game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a rummage in the old post bag for some curious listener Letters & Emails.Make sure you climb the ladder and go forever BLANKERS!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome Blankers!Are you ready for another tasty episode? I hope so, because this one is decadent, delicious and downright sexual! That's right, the boys are discussing the wonderful world of CHOCOLATE!!! Yes, join your 3 hosts as they tackle the adrenaline-fuelled excitement that only the world of Chocolate can bring you! They kick things off with some weird and wonderful facts on the subject.Then the chaps change gear discussing the various songs related to Chocolate before trying to pick their final Top 10 tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist. (Check it out right now on the link below)https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in a bid to win the best film of the episode.And, to round it all off of course, there's the obligatory rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions.Although we are halfway from coal, we are also halfway to diamond.Take care Blankers. Avanti! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy days are here again! Why? Well, we've got another jam-packed bonus episode with your name on it, that's why! We start as ever Blankers with a deep Dive into the Mind of Del where some very interesting topics are offered up for the boys to discuss. You can visit, but you'll never leave....Then there's another cheeky game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a rummage in the post bag for some curious listener Letters & Emails.Enjoy it all and stay safe out there Blankers! Back next week Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome Blankers!Are you ready to get on board the groovy train? Or are you feeling all at sea? Either way, are you ready for a 'jam' packed episode? That's right, the awful puns can only mean it's the episode you've all been waiting for.....TRANSPORT!!! Yes, join your 3 hosts as they tackle the adrenaline-fuelled excitement that only the world of transport can bring you! They kick things off with some weird and wonderful facts on the subject.Then the chaps change gear (oh, we've more of these beauties up our sleeve don't you worry!) and have a massive session discussing the various songs related to transport before trying to pick their final Top 10 tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist. It's engine-ious (ingenious. No? Oh, all right, we'll stop then)https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in a bid to win the best film of the episode.And, to round it all off of course, there's the obligatory rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions.Although the journey is near, we are still ways away.Take care Blankers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Happy Friday Blankers! As it's almost the weekend, here’s some more bonus material for you all to enjoy as you're cutting the grass, cleaning the car or getting stuck into another BBQ!We start with a Dive into the Mind of Del where some very interesting topics are offered up for the boys to discuss. Always enlightening, sometimes disturbing...The main course is another cheeky game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a dessert of some delicious listener letters and emails.We hope you enjoy it all. Just remember, when you greet a stranger, look at his shoes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cheers to you all dear Blankers!Are you thirsty for more top quality comedic nonsense from your 3 favourite legends? Well, this is your lucky day! The boys return with a new episode - this time dedicated to Drinks. It all begins (an aperitif, if you will) with a chat about some weird and wonderful facts on the subject.Then the chaps change gear and have a massive session discussing the various songs related to Drinks before trying to pick their final Top 10 tunes for inclusion on this season's playlist.https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=89cbbd29b0f5497eJim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film (a shot) linked to the subject matter in a bid to win the best film of the episode. Bottoms up!And, to round it all off of course, their digestif is a rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of your lovely listener questions.Drink it all up you little devils. Have some water before bed.Take care Blankers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Oi Oi Blankers!! Missing us and need a Not Faulty fix immediately? Ok, we can help you out. Here’s some more bonus material for you all to enjoy.For starters we begin with a deep Dive into the Mind of Del where some very interesting topics are offered up for the boys to discuss.The main course is a cheeky game of Jim vs Phil vs Del before we finish off with a dessert of some delicious listener letters and emails.We hope you enjoy. Don’t forget to tip your waitress and we’ll see you next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome one and welcome all!It's seconds out and into round one as the boys return to tackle the noble art of Boxing and begin the episode with some strange and wonderful facts on the subject. Did you ever hear about the man that fought a bear? You will! Then the chaps change tack and discuss the various songs related to boxing and try to pick the top 10 that will make it onto this season's playlist - can they manage it without picking the entire Rocky IV soundtrack? It won't be easy, that's for sure.Jim, Del & Phil then each select and propose a single film linked to the subject matter in a bid to win the best film of the episode. Any guesses?And of course, what kind of show would it be if they didn't open up and rummage about in the Letters & Emails bag to answer some of you lovely listener questions. What a knockout!There you go Blankers. I feel better for having screamed, don't you?See you soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey Blankers!! Welcome to some more fabulous bonus material, recorded with love by the boys to see you through the next few days. Fresh off the back of recording the USA episode, the boys start as usual in the frequently strange and often disturbing location that is......Del's mind. They linger there just long enough before heading off into the sunshine as they play another wonderful round of the Jim vs Phil vs Del Challenge. As ever, the final stop is a deep old rummage around the mail bag as they settle in and answer some of your weird and wonderful Letters & Emails.Combien de temps?Until next time dear Blankers.... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Howdy Blankers!Another episode looms large and with it comes another new subject. This time around the boys are discussing the whopper that is....the good ol' US of A! They begin with some amazing facts regarding this vast land and some of the strange laws that occur within it.The boys then try to whittle down an enormous trove of songs related to America and end up with the final 10 tunes that now feature on the Spotify playlist.Link here...............https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=99710756c4d24d9bNext up Jim, Del & Phil each choose a film linked (however tentatively) to the USA in the hopes of being crowned the weekly winner. And of course, no episode is complete without your Letters & Emails which the 3 of them answer with relish (how American - we'd call it chutney!)Have a nice day y'all - come back and see us real soon now, y'hear! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What's the frequency Blankers?Hello and welcome to some more fabulous bonus material - the boys recorded this for you lot fresh off the back of their recent episode about Animals. They start in the usual place (which is the very dark mind of Del) before heading into a wonderful game of the Jim vs Phil vs Del Challenge. We know that this would be nothing without you lovely listeners so the frisky trio end on a high by rummaging through and answering some of your weird and wonderful Letters & Emails.Until next time. Peace! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome friends!It’s time for another episode of your favourite podcast and it’s a good one! Jim, Del & Phil continue with the new single topic format and this week they tackle the mighty and extensive subject of Animals!Everyone loves animals.Everyone loves a good fact.So what better way to kick things off than with some fun facts about our friends in the Animal Kingdom before the boys try and add another 10 tracks to the Spotify playlist with songs related to Animals. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=3de95e44b6d041cdThe 3 amigos then each choose an Animal related film to nominate as the topic’s champion or ‘top dog’ if you will! 😁As usual, the bulging bag of ‘Letters & Emails’ is torn open and delved into to finish this episode off. What a ride!We’ll be back next week with some more bonus material to squash into your ear holes. Until then…stay safe out there Blankers!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hey Blankers!Well, the bonus material just keeps coming so you’re blessed with all your favourite extra bits and bobs such as a Dive into the Mind of Del, the Jim vs Phil vs Del Challenge and a deep old rummage in the Letters & Emails bag.Don’t forget that these will be released every other week to help fill the void in your lives between the main topic-driven episodes. Oh, and don't forget to check out the Spotify playlist for all the songs we've collated from those eps too - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=3de95e44b6d041cd Enjoy you lucky sons of guns!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim, Del & Phil return for the 2nd episode proper of the latest series and their shiny new format - in this instalment they explore the phenomenon of the one hit wonder.They take a deep dive through the decades and select a few true one hit wonders (now forever to be known simply as OHW). This of course involves a little sing song here & there. Don't forget to take a look at the update Spotify playlist to discover which 10 songs have made it on. https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=3de95e44b6d041cdThe boys then pick a single film each linked to the subject in hand (OHW - see, it's already catching on) and come together to pick their winner for this episode.Finally, they finish in traditional style as Jim selects a few from the record number of Letters & Emails that have been received in recent weeks.Flippity Flap Blankers!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Howdy Blankers!With the change in format that accompanied the release of Season 4, the boys have gathered together for a top level pow-wow and decided to gift you some extra content every other week.It's essentially a Greatest Hits of all your favourite sections of drivel that you know & love. There's a Dive into the Mind of Dellow, the Jim vs Phil vs Del Challenge and an extra rummage in the Letters & Emails bag.These will be released every other week to help fill the void in your lives between the main topic-driven episodes. Oh, and don't forget to check out the Spotify playlist for all the songs we've collated from those eps too - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=3de95e44b6d041cd We hope you enjoy them!... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whoop! Whoop! Whoop! Rejoice dear Blankers for the boys are back!!Jim, Del & Phil return with their 4th series and....a brand new format! Having previously examined and analysed every year from 1980 through to 2009 they're changing tack and this time around each episode will be dedicated and focused on a single subject. The boys will still look at films & music but they'll all be linked back to the main topic in question (however tenuously).The subject to kick off this new series is Adverts which allows Jim, Del & Phil to meander off down nostalgia avenue as they recall lots of their favourite ads from their younger days growing up as well as having a bit of a sing song whilst chatting about some of the catchy jingles that accompanied them. All the talk of adverts makes Del remember a story from when he auditioned to star in one when he was younger and the ensuing horror that came with the casting session.The boys will also be selecting a single film linked (again, incredibly tenuously) back to the topic to put forward for debate and then the 3 of them select the best one.After film, the boys then move on to tackle music linked to Adverts. The goal is to create a Top 10 tracks linked to each episode topic which will then be used to create another beautifully curated Spotify playlist for all you lovely Blankers to have a listen to here.....https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6FkfVEebhyYCHzZlJNlKMC?si=2079e873a4714442&pt=50823928ce749c7593dab21b12941218Although the format is different in some ways, they'd never tinker with your 'Letters & Emails' section and this episode sees the mail bag ripped open once again as the 3 amigos answer your increasingly disturbing questions.Hope you enjoy it!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome one and all to part 2 of the 1989 episode and the boys begin it with a look at the huge list of TV shows that are fondly remembered by them all. They then go through their top 3 films from the year as well as the albums before the lads dip a final finger or 2 into the 'Letters & Emails' bag.As a parting gift from this series, we're giving you a little BTS action as we leave the mics running whilst Phil visits the toilet for the umpteenth time and we catch Jim & Del having a comical discussion about Joe Cocker. It takes a strange turn (but then, doesn't everything on this podcast!?!) We'll be back in a few weeks with Season 4 (and a slight change of direction) so in the meantime keep your questions and comments coming in via the email - [email protected] safe Blankers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys are here to talk us through (the 1st half of) the final year of the 80s and it's a classic! Del starts things off with the oddities that are percolating through his head before an absolute peach of a game of Jim vs Phil Vs Del. Jim & Phil then take us through the actual news from way back in 1989 before the Letters & Emails bag is ripped wide open.Back next week with Part 2 and the wrap up of the series.....*sobs*Take care Blankers! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back with Part 2 of the 1988 episode and your fearless trio dive straight into their favourite films of the year - this time around there's some similarity in the Top 3s. The music of the year is a different kettle of fish and a full blown argument almost erupts between Del & Phil when the former criticises an REM song which Phil valiantly tries to defend.As usual, the episode comes to an end with a little delve into the listener 'Letters & Emails' where the boys are tested to their ultimate limits!Thank you as always BLANKERS! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys return after their Christmas break to discuss 1988 and start off with a bang as Del updates us all on the infamous Cheese fiasco from the previous episode (we’re trying to pitch this to Netflix as a new mini-series in the making). Once updated, we move onto all the rest of the weird stuff that has been going around his head in the last few weeks - what a ride!We dive headlong into the great TV from 1988 and then a late breaking format change sees us dip into the bulging listener Letters & Emails bag for a little bonus at the end of the part.News of 1988TV of 1988Letters & EmailsWe’ll be back with part 2 containing our top 3 films and albums, the top 10 songs of 1988 and some more Letters & Emails next week. So, until then, stay safe Blankers!!! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hola Blankers! Welcome to Part 2 of our extended 1987 episode and, as usual, we jump with both feet straight in at the deep end with Jim, Del and Phil's top 3 film choices from the year in question. It is, as ever, a fairly diverse selection from the 3 chums.After the films are put to bed, the lads move on and discuss the top 3 albums of 1987 where, this time at least, they are all in agreement that this was one of the better years in the decade for music. However, Phil has a difficult decision to make with his top 3....Erm, Mer, REM! The top 10 best selling singles are then counted down and we are delighted to hear the boys' vocal talents really shine through as they introduce the world to the newest male harmony trio - the 3Gees!!No episode would be complete without a dip into the Letters & Emails where, once again, you lot have excelled yourselves with some very interesting questions.Stay safe Blankers and enjoy the show.Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the latest episode of 'Not Faulty, Just Blank' in which the boys discuss any and everything (sort of) that happened in the wonderful year that was 1987.Del starts by giving Jim & Phil a variety of strange options to talk about from his past couple of week's of adulting. We learn about him posting cheese to his mum and a local man undertaking an odd activity in the street.The news from 1987 is then dissected followed by another classic game of Jim vs Phil vs Del.The first half of the episode is then rounded off with a thorough look back at the TV of the year - once again we were spoilt for choice with some absolute classic shows and some wonderful theme tunes to boot!Enjoy it Blankers...Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Part 2 of the 1986 episode is here and it starts with Jim, Del & Phil diving straight in with a look at the top films from that year. Their discussion of their individual Top 3s highlights some interesting crossovers - who knew they were so cinematically similar!Their musical choices from 1986 were very disparate though as the albums ranked 3, 2 & 1 all differ slightly as the music of the decade continues to divide the boys opinions.As usual, the episode finishes off with some listener 'Letters & Emails' where a question from a Blanker starts an intriguing conversation involving the one and only, Mr Noel Edmonds....Enjoy Blankers!!Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Like a lovely evening up the pub, the boys settle back in to proceedings reminiscing with tales of their summer adventures before they begin the 'serious' business at hand - a deep dive into the goings on from 1986. The news from 1986 was pretty hefty this time around (although some enormous international stories were almost forgotten - luckily our ace scoop reporter, Phil 'In The Blanks' Reynolds, was there to rectify the situation). In sports news, it seems that the infamous 'Hand of God' moment from the Mexico World Cup still seems to badly affect the boys - even 37 years on! In a surprise twist to the show that no-one saw coming, Del goes a bit rogue and segues into a story from his past of when he propositioned a homeless person...only to be flat out rejected!! Part 1 is then neatly wrapped up with a chat about the belting TV of 1986 and there's some cracking theme tunes to boot.Enjoy Blankers!Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Here's Part 2 of the 1985 episode and the boys crack straight on with their top 3 films from that year - and, oh boy, were there some tough choices to be made! There are several HUGE films that are unlucky to miss out on the podium and get a deserved honourable mention instead. Heartbreaking...As usual, they then get into the music from the year in question and chat through their favourite albums as well as going through the top 10 biggest selling singles of 1985 too.The fellas round off the episode with the part you all wait patiently for...it's your Letters & Emails where Jim, Del & Phil have to answer some of the toughest (and oddest) questions imaginable.Enjoy Blankers!!!Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After a lengthy summer break, the boys return to the studio to discuss the next year on the journey through the 80s - namely 1985.Starting with a weighty topic, Phil is placed under the spotlight to test his knowledge of potatoes. Then, it’s the news from 1985 that’s placed under the microscope before Del shares his ‘Weird News’ and the boys have another cracking game of ‘Jim vs Phil vs Del’ which throws up some shocking answers! This is followed by an in depth look at what was big in TV that year - with some funny stories to run alongside them.Heads up - it’s another episode that gets split into 2 parts due to the running length so we’ll be back next week with Part 2 featuring films, music and your 'Letters & Emails'.Cheers Blankers!!Email - [email protected]://open.spotify.com/playlist/15nb9xa6aY1taSA3QVENZR?si=0fb75a323df64a11 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to part 2 of the hefty 1984 episode and the boys jump straight into the top music of the year which, as ever, generates a difference of opinion and plenty of discussion in this strange decade.As usual, the top 10 biggest selling songs of the year keep the lads entertained and in good voice!The Blankers then keep the boys on their toes with their weird and wonderful ‘Letters & Emails’.The podcast will be taking a short break to let the boys jet off on their summer holidays to recharge their batteries and come back with a strong second half of the decade.The 1985 episode will be out at the start of October so keep your eyes peeled!Email us your questions and queries - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a milestone 50th episode for the boys as they go into battle with 1984. After a very strange meditation session led by, you've guessed it...Del, the boys head into the news of the year followed by another cracking game of 'Jim vs Phil' and those weird records.Onwards they go towards the wonderful world of 80s TV programmes where it becomes apparent that Phil still hasn't managed to get to grips with selecting the right programmes for the right year. Oh Phil!!They finish this opening part of the 1984 podcast with their top 3 films where there are just a few little surprises.Part 2 to follow next week....Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome back to this second part of the 1983 episode. The boys start by jumping straight into their top 3 albums of the year and also have a natter about the quality of the top 10 biggest singles too. Then it's time for the listeners to have their turn when we take a peek inside the Letters & Emails bag and answer a few of their insane and ridiculous questions. Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys return to the studio with clearly too much time on their hands and plenty to say as they waffle on - hence why this is a two parter!In what's quickly becoming a regular section, the podcast opens up with Del's Dog Walking Question which splits the boys opinions on airline pilots. Then it's business as usual as they get down to it and tackle the news of 1983 along with Jim vs Phil in the Weird Records segment. They take a deep dive into the TV of the year but Phil's motored ahead by accident and gives us a sneeky peak at some from 1984 having researched the wrong year!! The boys finish this first half of the pod by highlighting the majestic movies of 1983 and realise there are some cracking ones to choose from. The 2nd part will follow next week....Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome the latest special guest to our podcast. Local musician, Peter Andre lookalike and all round good egg, Chappie joins the boys in the recording studio and brings along his trusty (and we find out - bloody expensive) keyboard.Chappie discusses his history with music and how his very musical family encouraged him to experiment and learn many different instruments before finally settling on the keyboard. He talks about his solo projects (youtube.com/@Bedroom2Stage) as well as his collaboration with the band Kismet (featuring friend of the pod...Kate West).Chappie also takes the time to answer our all important questions when he's deeply probed on the '80s Mystery Road Trip' before treating us all to an 80s inspired medley of hits.ENJOY!!!https://www.instagram.com/chappie_music/[email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time around the boys tackle the mammoth beast that was 1982.The conversation starts with an explosive question from Del about monkeys which splits the group before they come back together to play a new game - ‘Blankety Blankers’.Normality resumes and the brain trust get the show back on track tackling all the usual talking points of the year….News & Sport of 1982TV of 1982Films of 1982Music of 1982Letters & EmailsEmail - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our first special guest of the new series and what a cracker! It’s a huge warm welcome to Sheila Lord - a singer/songwriter from Southend - who joined the boys in the studio to talk about her upbringing, her early career aspirations as well as her current and upcoming projects which include an appearance at the Leigh Folk Festival on 25th June, reaching the final of the Battlelines competition and working on a new record. She also jumped headlong into the full Not Faulty oddness as she became the first person to take our new 80s Mystery Road Trip. As if that wasn’t enough, Sheila also performed 3 outstanding songs for us including a fantastic acoustic cover of Whitney Houston's 1987 smash hit, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, along with 2 of her own wonderful songs hoping to make it onto her new EP.You can find the videos of all 3 songs on our YouTube or TikTok channels. Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim, Del & Phil continue with their journey back through the 80s, stopping this time at 1981. Their extensive research has uncovered the fact that almost every TV show had a banging theme tune which the lads try to perform and, rather spectacularly, fail to do justice!Phil & Del once again go head-to-head for another round of 'Uncle Faulty's Naughty Box' and, of course, the lads round up everything from 1981 as they go over the news events, films & music of the year. It's another splendid episode!Don't forget to check out the 80s Spotify playlist to see what tunes have been added from the boys' musical choices...https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15nb9xa6aY1taSA3QVENZR?si=3a8ee8dfbf8c4fcbEmail - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to Part 2 of the 1980 episode - if you remember the boys were very excited to be back in the studio and time ran away from them so this is where we pick the action back up. It all starts with their brand new feature Uncle Faulty's Naughty Box which sees Del & Phil go head to head in a debate about the Legends, Films & Albums of 1980.Then we nominate our own Top 3 albums from 1980 before seeing what lunacy awaits when they open some listener Letters & Emails.1980s Spotify Playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15nb9xa6aY1taSA3QVENZR?si=4e0327d1ed9844f3&pt=343549a04f5ae3a1bba92da7566dfe64 1990s - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/4MOKW9ydvXVGo2Pto8Lgex?si=06e55e8a8a634d932000s - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1cQxrK4QML4UA20edHMi2u?si=50ba4cccce0d4fa4 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

That’s right. They’re back! The boys return and this time they are all set to take a proper nosey at the 1980s.The lads are starting their latest journey at the beginning of that outrageous of decades - 1980 - looking to add to their already vast knowledge of recent history.As usual, they go through the news of the year, Del has more some crazy records for Jim & Phil to tackle and then there’s the regular look back at the TV, Film & Music of the chosen year before a lively debate takes place. It’s all rounded off by a dip into those listener Letters & Emails.This is gonna be fun!!!As they’d been away for so long, during recording the boys got over excited and kept on chatting so this episode has been split into 2 parts. Part 2 to follow next week.80s Spotify playlist - https://open.spotify.com/playlist/15nb9xa6aY1taSA3QVENZR?si=9BYi6STzSo2D3Ql5RpDpUQ&pt=4bc0ceaf4268be32fffedda20645a6e6Email - [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The boys get together for one final time to look back at the 00s.They introduce some brand new features including a debate contest that looks like it will return in season 3 plus, the results are in for the John Cazale Challenge.Of course, no NFJB episode is complete without a rummage in the letters & emails bag.Email: [email protected] 00s Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1cQxrK4QML4UA20edHMi2u?si=4FQckEYSRyi7YdATdsIdnA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Local councillor Andrew Sheldon joins the boys in the studio to discuss politics and top of the highbrow agenda are ’POTHOLES’. Yes, that's right, the boys have gone all serious this episode (not really) and pretend to know their stuff when it comes to the political world. Andrew shares with us how he started out on this path, what it’s really like in local politics and how it feels to make a difference. He also regales us with some comical stories from his time involving a certain Boris Johnson!The boys then strand Andrew on ‘Desert Island Dicks’ for the final probing of this series.Email: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Taylor - the lead singer of the band Soul Case - joins the boys for this latest episode. He discusses the band's debut self titled album, their current busy string of gigs in London as well as discussing what's coming up for the band later this year and what we might expect from their next album.Taylor will also be stranded over on ’Desert Island Dicks’ and he’ll discuss his favourite films and albums of the 90s & 00s.To round it all off, Taylor performs 2 songs for us in the studio - one a never before heard EXCLUSIVE rendition of a new track!You can find music by Soul Case on Spotify using the link below. Check them out.https://open.spotify.com/artist/4Ag8emZ26T6ugv5vmIHQMa?si=thTfjMyxSxyFBYmvm3V9lwEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

So, another decade is completed and Jim, Del & Phil round it off in style by taking a nosey at 2009. Worryingly, the personal memories this episode focus heavily on vomit (careful now) which amuses the lads immensely whilst Del recalls his stag do and Jim has great pleasure in telling a story about Del getting electrocuted....twice!! Meanwhile, Phil is maturing as he expects another baby to join his brood but rather blows that theory out of the water with the story that follows - guess what? More vomit!Personal Memories of 2009News & Sport of 2009TV of 2009Films of 2009Music of 2009Letters & EmailsEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Film director, Chris Smith, joins the boys in the studio to talk about his latest project - his documentary ’New Town Utopia’ (currently available on Amazon).He tells us all about the process and associated difficulties of making the film as well as preparing for impending fatherhood. We also take the time to strand Chris over on ‘Desert Island Dicks’ and he tells us about his favourite films and albums of the 2000s as well as taking on the fiendishly tricky ‘John Cazale Challenge’.It’s another great episode! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we approach the final year or two of the decade, the boys discuss everything to do with 2008...and what a year it was! Del talks about our infamous trip to Las Vegas where Jim (possibly foolishly) stands up to aggressive and armed security guards, as well as a very funny Stag Do over to Barcelona with 'Party Boy'. Then we've the usual chat about the year before we round off with some listener 'Letters & Emails' in which we suggest and debate the merits of a new & improved version of Dragon's Den.Episode includes....Personal Memories of 2008News & Sport of 2008TV of 2008Films of 2008Music of 2008Letters & EmailsEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This time around the boys are joined by local musician Kate West. Kate discusses the many varied things that currently occupy her time - from her solo work and her band through to her passion project "The Nightingale Sessions". We maroon Kate on ‘Desert Island Dicks’ and during her answers she reveals such diversity as a meeting with Shed Seven as well as a previously unrealised love for films starring long haired lead actors on horseback!Kate also plays not two, but three songs for us. Two of her own gems along with a fabulous cover of a Portishead hit.You can support Kate and The Nightingale Sessions project by purchasing tickets for the next gig on 8th March by hitting the link below…https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/ten-green-bottlestickets/the-nightingale-sessions-volume-3/2023-03-08/20:00/t-ealxelpEmail: [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jim, Del & Phil revisit the year 2007. This was the year that saw the boys travel all over as we hear about exploits in Amsterdam, Blackpool, Jamaica as well as France (where they had an unfortunate encounter with a deer). Jim & Phil go into battle once more in what's becoming a new favourite - the 'Weird Records' game before they come together as a trio and plough through the usual categories:Personal Memories of 2007News & Sport from 2007TV of 2007Films of 2007Music of 2007Letters & EmailsEmail the show on [email protected] Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.