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






13: Johnny Vegas / Michael Pennington

Sue Perkins invites a series of special guests for an intimate chat about their lives, passions and career as they strip away formalities and indulge in some good old fashioned conversation.

Society & Culture

Personal Journals

History

Philosophy

Places & Travel

Arts

Literature

Performing Arts

Design

Food

Fashion & Beauty

Visual Arts

Comedy

Comedy Interviews

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 

30: Introducing...Glittering a Turd - a new podcast from Kris Hallenga

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.

29: Best of Season 3

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.

28: Hannah Gadsby

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.

27: Ed Gamble

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

13: Johnny Vegas / Michael Pennington

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