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Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk

by Oscar Barnett

My name is Oscar Barnett. I'm an autistic actor, comedian, pub quiz host, storyteller and writer. This is my Happy Talk podcast! In every episode, I am joined by a special guest and go over five things that make them happy. Topics range from books, films, hobbies, sports, people, TV shows, and anything that can make you and I happy. Lots of laughter, fun, and beliefs ensue here! Happy Talk is the perfect feel-good podcast for anyone wanting a little bit of happiness in their lives.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 40 - Neil Cooper

    The drummer of the Northern Irish rock band Therapy?, Neil Cooper, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  2. Episode 39 - Debbie Sath

    The actress, producer and internet personality, Debbie Sath, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  3. Episode 38 - Gary Penn

    The prominent video game developer, designer and foundational figure in 1980s/1990s games journalism best known for helping to steer the turbelent, multi-year development of the original 1997 Grant Theft Auto, Gary Penn, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  4. Episode 37 - Dave Thompson

    The actor, comedian and writer, best known for working with Harry Hill on his projects and playing Tinky-Winky for the first 70 episodes in the original 1997-2001 version of Teletubbies, Dave Thompson, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  5. Episode 36 - Jessie Mason

    The YouTuber and history teacher, Jessie Mason, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. If you want to check out Jessie's YouTube channel, here's the link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCtaK3yHfh5XTfGrHDrmFsIw

  6. Episode 35 - Adam Tait

    Financial adviser and friend from school, Adam Tait, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  7. Episode 34 - Lyndsey Gordon

    Nursery teacher, Your Love Rara worker, part-time nanny and very good friend, Lyndsey Gordon, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  8. Episode 33 - Julie Hamill

    The author, broadcaster and radio presenter, and my friend, Julie Hamill, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. If you want to check out Julie's stuff, have a look at her website right here: https://www.juliehamill.com/

  9. Episode 32 - David Barnett

    The rock star and my uncle, David Barnett, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  10. Episode 31 - Elizabeth Spencer

    The managing director, founder and facilitator of Aberdeen Ethnic Minority Women's Group CIC and my lovely friend, Elizabeth Spencer, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. Also starring Elizabeth's lovely daughter, Charlotte, who was there to join in on the fun.

  11. Episode 30 - Andy Barnett

    Graphics designer and my loving father, Andy Barnett, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  12. Episode 29 - Sid Ozalid

    The comedian, magician and poet, who is one of my favourite performers, Sid Ozalid, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. You can order tickets for Sid's show, 1 Very Old Silly Man with Magical Rhymes, right here:...

  13. Episode 28 - Suzanne Forrester

    Pub worker, admin billing receptionist, student and my friend, Suzanne Forrester, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  14. Episode 27 - Tim Roberts

    Renewable advice coordinate and my delightful friend, Tim Roberts, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  15. The Best of Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk - My Favourite Moments from Episodes 1-26

    In this special episode, we look back at my favourite moments from episodes 1-26 of Happy Talk. Join me as I chat, laugh and sing with awesome guests such as Brianna Fernandez, Jack Robb, Nikky Smedley, Harry Hill, Wim Booth, Lauretta Nkwocha, Ronnie Le Drew, Mal Pope and many more in this...

  16. Episode 26 - Mal Pope

    The composer, musician and singer, best known for singing the original theme song of the much-loved children's TV show Fireman Sam, Mal Pope, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. You can order tickets for Mal's show, Mal Pope & Friends, right here:...

  17. Episode 25 - Ronnie Le Drew

    The puppeteer, best known for operating and voicing Zippy in the iconic children's TV show Rainbow, Ronnie Le Drew, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. You can order Ronnie's book Zippy and Me: My Life Inside Britain's Most Infamous Puppet right here on Amazon:...

  18. Episode 24 - Harry Humble

    The Portsmouth-based video producer and collector, and the founder of his made-up companies IME, CWP and Brightshade, Harry Humble, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. Here's where you can find his website, YouTube channel and X profile :...

  19. Episode 23 - Paul Robertson

    The Scottish YouTuber who is known for content including speedarts, reviews, collections and many other types of content, Paul Robertson, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy. https://www.youtube.com/@paulrobz2005

  20. Episode 22 - Emma May

    My long-time friend, Emma May, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  21. Episode 21 - Miles Hanmore

    Cinema worker and my mate, Miles Hanmore, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  22. Episode 20 - Lauretta Nkwocha

    The actress, entertainer and entrepreneur, best known for playing Shelley Wordsworth in The Story Makers and Kit Fowler in As the World Turns, Lauretta Nkwocha, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. You can order Lauretta's British Ginger T or Lauretta's British Ginger Sweet…

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  23. Episode 19 - Peter Wood

    The guy who makes my comedy gigs a reality, Peter Wood, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  24. Episode 18 - Wim Booth

    The puppeteer, best known for operating and voicing Mukka in the much-loved CBeebies classic The Shiny Show, Wim Booth, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  25. Episode 17 - Jessica Smith

    Soon-to-be psychology student and my college friend, Jessica Smith, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  26. Episode 16 - Megan Gill

    Soon-to-be university student and my good friend, Megan Gill, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  27. Episode 15 - Heather Adams Officer

    The Ury Players secretary, Heather Adams Officer, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  28. Episode 14 - Harry Hill

    The comedian, presenter and writer, - and my hero - Harry Hill, best known for The Harry Hill Show, You've Been Framed!, the Professor Branestawm movies, Harry Hill's Tea Time, Harry Hill's Alien Fun Capsule and of course, Harry Hill's TV Burp, joins me to talk about the five things that make him...

  29. Episode 13 - Maria Robertson

    Librarian and my fun-loving friend, Maria Robertson, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. Check out Maria's blog right here: https://stupidgirlno1.wordpress.com/

  30. Episode 12 - Jack Hughes and Kane Jansen

    The music developer worker at SHMU, rapper, music producer, events manager and music tutor Jack 'Jackill' Hughes and the chief youth worker at SHMU Kane Jansen join me to talk about the three things that make them happy. Now because they are two guests in this episode, they've got a list of three...

  31. Episode 11 - Megan Ruth

    The Canadian YouTuber who now lives in the United Kingdom, is known for reacting to British comedies on her YouTube channel and making her podcast debut, Megan Ruth, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy. https://www.youtube.com/@MeganRuth

  32. Episode 10 - Sally Hermanns

    Cafe worker and my happy friend, Sally Hermanns, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  33. Episode 9 - Andrew Dart

    IT worker Andrew Dart joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  34. Episode 8 - Nikky Smedley

    The actress, author and choreographer, best known for playing Laa-Laa in the original 1997-2001 version of Teletubbies, Nikky Smedley, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  35. Episode 7 - Drew Mitchell

    Audio technology student Drew Mitchell joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  36. Episode 6 - Jack Anderson and Darcie Colquhoun

    Forklift truck driver Jack Anderson and Happy Talk fan Darcie Colquhoun join me to talk about the five things that make them happy. Now because they are two guests in this episode, they've got a list of five happy items each, so you'll be hearing 10 happy things.

  37. Episode 5 - Jack Robb

    The actor, comedian, director, podcaster and writer, - and my best friend - Jack Robb, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  38. Episode 4 - Brianna Fernandez

    The actress, voice over artist, content creator, former Smile Squad team member and one half of the comedy duo Brianna & Laura, Brianna Fernandez, joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  39. Episode 3 - Ellis Pagon

    The creator and voice of Henry Hound Toys Family, the author of the children's book When I'm Very Small and creator and star of my YouTube show Oscar Barnett's Cinema Shenanigans, Ellis Pagon, joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  40. Episode 2 - Carrie-Anne English

    The Mearns FM presenter and drama teacher (who used to teach me), Carrie-Anne English joins me to talk about the five things that make her happy.

  41. Episode 1 - Johnny Lessels

    The creator and main presenter of the children's YouTube channel Kids Stars, the creator of and the actor who plays the comedy character Olly and the singer/songwriter Johnny Lessels joins me to talk about the five things that make him happy.

  42. Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk Trailer

    This is the trailer for my Happy Talk podcast which explains what it's all about to the viewers.

About this show

My name is Oscar Barnett. I'm an autistic actor, comedian, pub quiz host, storyteller and writer. This is my Happy Talk podcast! In every episode, I am joined by a special guest and go over five things that make them happy. Topics range from books, films, hobbies, sports, people, TV shows, and anything that can make you and I happy. Lots of laughter, fun, and beliefs ensue here! Happy Talk is the perfect feel-good podcast for anyone wanting a little bit of happiness in their lives.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk have?

Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk has 42 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on September 22, 2026.

What is Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk about?

My name is Oscar Barnett. I'm an autistic actor, comedian, pub quiz host, storyteller and writer. This is my Happy Talk podcast! In every episode, I am joined by a special guest and go over five things that make them happy. Topics range from books, films, hobbies, sports, people, TV shows, and...

How often does Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk release new episodes?

Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk publishes monthly, based on its 42 episodes since November 2023.

Who hosts Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk?

Oscar Barnett's Happy Talk is created and hosted by Oscar Barnett.
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