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We've got a new podcast to recommend and think you're going to love it. It's called Glittering a Turd and it's out now. You'll probably know the host, Kris Hallenga (she's the lady behind the breast cancer charity CoppaFeel!) and you'll definitely know her first guest, Giovanna Fletcher - it's a show all about positivity and how whatever turds you get in life, you can always cover them in glitter. If you like what you hear, remember to search for Glittering a Turd wherever you listen to this show and hit follow so you never miss an episode or click https://podfollow.com/glitter

This episode is a collection of our favourites bits from season 3. All the music in this season is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, check out all his music on Spotify and Youtube. Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by Grassandco.com. use offer code HOUR to get 25% off and free shipping.

Comedian, writer and actress Hannah Gadsby's 2018 comedy special Nanette brought her worldwide attention gaining critical acclaim including a Peabody Award and Emmy. Nanette is currently available to stream on Netflix. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by Grassandco.com. use offer code HOUR to get 25% off and free shipping.

Stand-up comic and serial podcaster Ed Gamble is a regular on Mock the Week and Taskmaster. Check out his Podcast Off Menu which he presents with James Acaster.  All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by Grassandco.com. use offer code HOUR to get 25% off and free shipping.

Comedian, writer and actor Katherine Ryan has become one the most recognisable comics in Britain, a regular on just about every panel show on TV she's also written and starred in Netflix series The Duchess. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and YouTube. Produced by Dan Quick

Stand-up comedian and presenter Adam Hills is best known to British audiences as the host of Channel 4's 'The Last Leg'. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from Waiting For Smith on Spotify and YouTube. June's Journey -  http://onelink.to/ykz5f2  Produced by Dan Quick

Actress, comedian, writer, mental health campaigner, Ruby Wax has done it all. Her latest book 'And now for the good news: To the future with Love' is available to buy now. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and YouTube. June's Journey -  http://onelink.to/ykz5f2  Grass and Co. Produced by Dan Quick

Best known as TV’s supervet, Noel has been a pioneer when it comes to operating on animals. In 2009 he became the first veterinary surgeon in the world to successfully apply a amputation prothesis to a cat who had lost both it’s front paws. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. June's Journey -  http://onelink.to/ykz5f2  https://grassandco.com/pages/hour Produced by Dan Quick

Two time Academy Award winner Dame Emma Thompson is one of Britains most celebrated actors as well as being a human rights and environmentalism activist. Harrys.com/hour June's Journey -  http://onelink.to/ykz5f2  All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and YouTube you can also find him on social media. Produced by Dan Quick

Season 3 will launch on November 4th.

This episode is a collection of our favourites bits from season 2. We hope you've enjoyed this season, we'll be back later in the year with season 3. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, check out his latest release 'Lines of Love' here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5B6h4jBDvqM Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by https://www.wearewild.com/ use offer code 'Hour' for 20% off   and Best Fiends - available on the Apple App Store or Google Play. and Walk With Us, the new podcast by Peroni Nastro Azzurro, available now.

One of Britains most prolific screenwriters and television producers Russell T Davies will be best known to some as the creator of the seminal LGBT series 'Queer as Folk', others will know him best as the writer, show runner and executive producer of Dr Who. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. Produced by Dan Quick

A stand up comedian, actor and writer Alan has been ever present on our screens since 1997 when he first appeared as the magician come sleuth Jonathan Creek. Perhaps best known as the only permanent panellist on comedy quiz show QI Alan wrote his first book in 2009, his new book ‘Just Ignore Him’ will be available from 3rd September. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by Best Fiends - available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Comedian, author and former doctor, Adam is best know for his book 'This is Going to Hurt' based on his diaries from his time as a doctor. The book jumped immediately to number 1 in the Sunday Times bestsellers list and stayed there for over a year. Adam's latest book 'Dear NHS' is a collection of (109) letters to the NHS written by a group of contributors – including Stephen Fry, Dame Mary Beard, Sir Paul McCartney and Emilia Clarke. The book is available at all good book stores and websites. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media.  Produced by Dan Quick

Best know for his television roles in Homeland, The Night Manager and more recently the DC Universe, David Harewood trained at RADA and became the first black actor to play Othello at the National Theatre in 1997.  You can currently see David in Supergirl  on Sky 1 or find his documentary 'Psychosis and Me' online. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media.  Produced by Dan Quick This episode is sponsored by stitchfix.co.uk/Hour  and Best Fiends - available on the Apple App Store or Google Play.

Florence Pugh is one of Hollywoods most exciting young actors. At 18 she starred in The Falling and has since gone on to have roles in Lady Macbeth, Fighting with My Family and most recently Little Women for which she received both Oscar and BAFTA nominations. Florence will next be seen alongside Scarlett Johansson in Marvels Black Widow. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. and This episode is sponsored by https://grassandco.com/pages/hour and tails.com/sueperkins Produced by Dan Quick

At just 25 Paapa Essiedu became the first black actor in the history of the RSC to play Hamlet. Since then he has performed in a number of Shakespeare productions and can currently be seen in the acclaimed BBC drama ‘I May Destroy You’ and Sky Atlantics latest hit ‘Gangs of London’. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. and This episode is sponsored by https://grassandco.com/pages/hour and https://gymshark.com/sueperkins This episode contains strong language. Produced by Dan Quick

Presenter, podcaster and author James O'Brien is best known for his LBC radio show where his combative style and willingness to challenge the establishment has made him one of Britains best known radio personalities. You can listen to James' Podcast Full Disclosure where ever you get your podcasts from and hear him on LBC weekdays  10.00 - 1.00pm. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. This episode contains strong language. Produced by Dan Quick

Angry comedic rants, surreal humour and a larger than life personality is how most people think of Johnny Vegas. Michael Pennington, the man behind Johnny is quite different. On this episode Sue speaks to Michael about his community work during lockdown, auditioning for Hollywood films and what he plans to do when the zombie apocalypse starts. All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. This episode contains strong language and adult content. Produced by Dan Quick

Perhaps not the agony aunts that the nation needs but the agony aunts that we deserve. The Joan and Jericha podcast has been a revelation since it’s launch in 2018. On this episode Sue is joined by Joan and Jericho to find out how they’ve been coping with lockdown as well as giving top tips for anyone struggling with relationship issues during this time. The Joan and Jericha podcast is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all the usual podcast platforms. You can pre-order their new book ‘Why He Turns Away: Do's and Don'ts from Joan and Jericha’ now, before it publishes on the 29th of October  All the music in this episode is by ‘Waiting For Smith’, go and check out more from ‘Waiting For Smith’ on Spotify and follow him on social media. This episode contains strong language and adult content. Produced by Dan Quick