Tom and Stuee are back on the pod to pick their fave songs of the 00s for Islington Radio and chat about The Paddingtons playing 20th anniversary gigs this year.

Full show with songs: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-18042025-best-of-the-00s-with-tom-atkin-stuee-bevan-the-paddingtons/

Recorded early 2025.

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22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Very extended chat with Steve Bays as he picks his fave songs of the 00s and plenty more! Listen to the edited version with songs here: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-21022025-best-of-the-00s-with-steve-bays-hot-hot-heat/

Recorded early 2025

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22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Football journalist Seb White is on the pod as he chooses his favourite 00s songs for Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/22-grand-pod-24052024/

https://www.instagram.com/sebdwhite/

Recorded Summer 2024.

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22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On the cusp of releasing his new album, Brian is on the pod as we discuss his struggle in the 00s to success in the 10's and beyond via a move to Manchester from America.

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22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Video version on YouTube

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Take the 22 Grand Pod survey: http://bit.ly/grandpod-survey

22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom Greatorex of Black Wire is back on the pod as he chooses his favourite 00s songs for Islington Radio.

Recorded 2024.

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22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tom is on the podcast as we look back at his time in Black Wire, his take on the 00's scene & NME culture and what he deems to be the stand out album of the era..

Recorded 2023 - For some reason I gatekept this for Patreon and YouTube, not sure why lol.

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Take the 22 Grand Pod survey: http://bit.ly/grandpod-survey

22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Phil is on the podcast as we take a look at how he became The Rakes manager early doors and went from there to form a career in music.

Recorded summer 2024.

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Take the 22 Grand Pod survey: http://bit.ly/grandpod-survey

22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lindsay is on the podcast as we look at how she went from being a fan on thelibertines.org and being in a band herself to becoming a prominent music photographer.

Recorded Summer 2024.

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Take the 22 Grand Pod survey: http://bit.ly/grandpod-survey

22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tim is on the podcast as we discuss how it started for the band in Sheffield , their relationship with the likes of Arctic Monkeys, mental health struggles and blowing stuff up on film sets..

Photo credit: Gary Wolstenholme

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Take the 22 Grand Pod survey: http://bit.ly/grandpod-survey

22 Grand Pod is on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/22grandpod

Off the back of the main pod, we are creating Patreon only bonus content. For £3 a month you will get:

The 00's Deep Dive: Taking a look back at the likes of the Stalking Pete Doherty documentary and going through them in painful detail. As well as going through NME Awards from back in the day and discussing what happened.

My Favourite 00's Songs: Inviting patrons and other guests to come on the podcast to talk about their favourite songs, albums or moments from back in the day.

Legend or Landfill: We go through NME's top 10 albums of each year and see if we think they are indeed Legendary or for the Landfill.

Fans Stories: Talking to people about their memories and opinions on all things 00's.

Unsigned Stories: Chatting with bands that didn't quite 'make it' in terms of signing that elusive record deal.

Patrons will also get early access to any main pod episodes

Merch etc: https://www.redbubble.com/people/22grandpod/shop?asc=u

Also check the YouTube channel for extended video versions of the interviews and much more: https://bit.ly/3Ts7Wu1

And 22 Grand Pod on Islington Radio: https://www.mixcloud.com/IslingtonRadio/playlists/22-grand-pod/

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.