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Season FIVE, Episode TWO!

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And now, to this week’s episode!

With just under 16,000 downloads, we’ve made a few upgrades to celebrate the fact that you keep listening and joining in:

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Same lovely sillies, comedy sketches, and brilliant guests!

And speaking of brilliant guests…

Our special guest is the legendary EMMA FREUD OBE  – a true powerhouse in broadcasting, film, and fundraising.

Emma is a broadcaster, cultural commentator, script editor, and producer behind some of the most iconic films of our time—think Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Love Actually. She’s also a driving force behind Comic Relief, helping to raise millions for important causes.

Over her incredible career, Emma has interviewed everyone from David Attenborough to Mary Berry to Al Pacino, hosted arts shows, written for top publications, and shaped some of the most beloved stories in British cinema. She also happens to come from one of the most famous family lineages—she is the great-granddaughter of Sigmund Freud.

We recorded this episode a couple of weeks ago, on the 40th anniversary of Comic Relief, making it the perfect time to reflect on Emma’s incredible contribution to fundraising and entertainment.

In this conversation, we talk to Emma about how she got started in broadcasting, her approach to living in the present and staying open to new opportunities, and her latest role as host of The Archers Podcast—plus, just how much The Archers means to her. We also dive into parenting, the fascinating history of her family name, and some of the most surreal moments of her career.

And as an added bonus, we’re joined by her husband, Richard Curtis, and—much to our delight—their kittens make an appearance too!

Featuring chats, comedy sketches, and plenty of lovely surprises, LTO truly is a pick-me-up in podcast form.

We’re delighted to have you with us!

Please share this episode with anyone you think would enjoy it. And if you haven’t already rated and reviewed LTO, we’d be eternally grateful!

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And now, to this week's inaugural LTO BRIEF!

This is the first of our new mini fortnightly episodes - LTO BRIEF, in which you, yes YOU, get to choose what we have a (brief) chat about. 

Thank you to superstar listener, Neil Hopkins for this first brilliant topic - How do we find time for a bit of zen in our busy lives? 

With revelations about just how stressed we are, plus some top tips about where to find actual advice and strategies for finding that elusive calm, this 12 minute chat will hopefully provide some respite from the tumult of your day.

Please do share this episode with anyone you think would enjoy it. And if you haven't already rated and reviewed LTO, we would be eternally grateful if you would! Thank you so much!

Places to find some much needed calm 🙏

LTO Bonus Content: Mindfulness Meditation - Susan Hawkins (aka Guru Sue)

The Kirsty Gallagher Podcast - Meditation Monday

Breathe with Sandy - YouTube

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We're back for Season FIVE! (Just as the band, FIVE return - they timed it impeccably...)

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And now, to this week's inaugural episode of Season 5!

It's Spring! And as nature bursts into life after a long hibernation, so have Susie and Esther. Literally. They've pretty much been sleeping since October (if only, eh, mums?!) This is episode 1 of the new season and with over 15000 downloads under their headphones, the gals have glammed things up a bit to celebrate this milestone.

New logo; new mini fortnightly episodes - LTO BRIEF; and new newsletter for new news - LTO COMMUNITY. And of course, new chats, comedy sketches, and guests!

The special guest in this special episode is KIRSTY GALLAGHER, the UK’s leading voice in spirituality and soul-led personal development.

Kirsty is a moon mentor, soul alignment and spiritual coach, yoga and meditation teacher, podcaster and a Sunday Times bestselling author. She is renowned for her deep knowledge of the divine feminine, Goddess energy, lunar cycles, astrology, and living in tune with the natural rhythms of the world around us. Through her books, workshops, and teachings, Kirsty helps people reconnect with ancient wisdom, realign with their soul’s purpose, and step into their true power. We talk to Kirsty about how the moon affects us physically, why this is an unprecedented time in astrological history, how the spring equinox is the real start of the new year, and why now is the time to fully trust ourselves and let go. It's truly an inspiring conversation and we feel very lucky to have been able to welcome Kirsty to Limited Time Only. We know you'll get so much out of listening to her.

Featuring chats, comedy sketches, and plenty of lovely surprises, LTO truly is a pick-me-up in podcast form. We're delighted to have you with us!

Please do share this episode with anyone you think would enjoy it. And if you haven't already rated and reviewed LTO, we would be eternally grateful if you would! Thank you so much!

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It's Chriiiiiistmaaaaas! Agaaaaaain! 

Every year Susie & Esther wonder how on earth it can be Christmas again. But it makes no difference - it just keeps happening!

The gals have been a bit quiet since the summer, working on other projects but they'll be back in 2025 with Season FIVE! And some LTO LIVE SHOWS! But for now, they offer you a Christmas gift of a mini episode. Featuring a chat, a sketch and even a song.

Esther & Susie hope you enjoy this bonus Christmas cracker of an episode, and look forward to seeing you in the New Year. Merry Christmas!

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We've reached the final episode of Season 4! Can you believe it?! But in THIS final, we're all winners. Susie & Esther discuss comedy - with a natter about what makes them laugh. And a few fart jokes. They may appear to be intelligent, mature and sophisticated (ahem) but they love a dollop of good old toilet humour. And rude words.

This ep's special guest is multi award winning British comedian and writer, DOM JOLY.
Dom's route to comedy legend is a surprising and fascinating one. Born in Beirut, Dom went to school alongside Osama Bin Laden. Yes you heard that correctly. He speaks several languages, regularly played bridge with Dido, before she was famous, and sold his home to Salman Rushdie. He was a Diplomat in Prague and a political producer for ITN in Westminster, interviewing politicians until an unfortunate incident with David Mellor and a football led to him getting sacked.

After this, his career took a different direction and in the early 2000’s his hidden camera show TRIGGER HAPPY TV landed on Channel 4 and become an instant cult hit gaining him a dedicated fan base. Now an acclaimed travel writer, Dom has written and toured several books including THE DARK TOURIST; CONSPIRACY TOURIST; and SUCH MISERABLE WEATHER and has travelled to over 100 countries. Dom Joly - the Conspiracy Tour is visiting multiple venues in the UK in Sept/Oct/Nov this year. 

S & E talk to Dom about the serendipitous moments in his life and his willingness to push boundaries; what his biggest piece of advice is; and getting arrested. He's a fascinating and very funny man, and the resulting conversation is a treat to listen to.

Along with a bumper crop of sketches, extra chats and plenty of surprises this final episode of the season will hopefully raise a lorra lorra laughs. The gals will be back in the autumn for SEASON FIVE!!!

Competition: If you've read these shownotes share the episode on social media (handles below!) and tag us in - we'll send you a prize! (DOES ANYONE READ THEM?! Susie)

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It's summertime! Or so we're led to believe. Susie & Esther swap summer tips, and also cover sunburn, tanning and why everything sounds better in the sun. They also cover their incredibly pale legs, arms and pretty much every other bit of their bodies to avoid blistering...

This week's special guest is actor, director, mentor, and award-winning motion capture legend, Neil Newbon. Starting out as a young actor, Neil was a member of the Central Junior Television Workshop and the National Youth Theatre. His career has been wide and varied, featuring leading roles in Hollyoaks and Dream Team, and an appearance in the beloved Goodness Gracious Me "Going for an English" sketch.

Neil is best known for providing the voice and motion capture for numerous video game characters, including Karl Heisenberg in Resident Evil Village and Astarion in Baldur's Gate 3. For his work as Astarion, he won Best Performance at the 2023 Game Awards.

Neil is also the co-founder of the training facility Performance Captured Academy, which offers courses for actors on the many voice work, motion and performance capture.

We talk to Neil about when he first knew he wanted to act, his journey into mocap, and what his work in Games means to him.

With comedy sketches, bonus chat and a some very sweet singing, this ep will get you in the summer mood. Just make sure you've slathered on the Factor 50 before you listen.

Competition: If you've read these shownotes share the episode on social media (handles below!) and tag us in - we'll send you a prize! (DOES ANYONE READ THEM?! Susie)

Music by Joel White aka Small Plates

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Susie & Esther are thrilled to be back in your ears. And over on Patreon too!

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Soul Searching - As the great Bryan Adams once sang 'Search your heart, search your soul...' (a song featured in the greatest film of all time according to Susie) and this week, the gals are encouraging you to do the same. 

Their special guest is the fabulous LINDSAY MACK. Hailed as “one of the most important new voices in the world of modern spirituality and wellness,” Lindsay Mack is a queer, non-binary, neurodivergent intuitive artist, Tarot teacher, writer, mother, and the founder of Tarot for the Wild Soul®. Tarot for the Wild Soul is an online Tarot school that has helped tens of thousands of students learn how to read Tarot for anything that arises — to show up to their decks in the present moment, and engage with them as integral helping tools in difficult, or challenging situations. Lindsay's podcast of the same name is the world's top ranking Tarot podcast with over 7 millions downloads and counting! Susie & Esther chat to Lindsay about how their Tarot journey began; their soul-centred approach to Tarot and belief that there are 'no bad cards'; and how each Tarot card is 'an opportunity to grow and expand through life's challenges and contractions'. We also find out what's next for Lindsay with some lovely opportunities to engage with Tarot for the Wild Soul coming up... (see links for more details). It was a great pleasure to welcome Lindsay to the show and the resulting chat is a delight.

With comedy sketches, bonus chat and a panoply of surprises, soul searching is even more fun than Bryan made out.

Competition: If you've read these shownotes share the episode on social media (handles below!) and tag us in, and send your postal address to [email protected] - we'll send you a prize! (DOES ANYONE READ THEM?! Susie)

Music by Joel White aka Small Plates

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Susie & Esther are thrilled to be back in your ears. And over on Patreon too!

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Starting out as an actress, an unexpected job offer completely changed the course of Kate’s career, setting her on the path to becoming a much-celebrated director who works across many different mediums including theatre, television, opera and of course, computer games.

Kate has directed more than 35 theatre productions, including the national tour of The History Boy For television, her credits include Grace; Call The Midwife and Endeavour. As a cinematic performance director for games, Kate has worked on BAFTA-winning and nominated titles including Alien: Isolation, Mafia III, and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. During her career she has directed notable actors including Michael Fassbender, Naomie Harris, Sir Patrick Stewart, Simon Pegg, and Dame Judi Dench. The gals chat to Kate about her path into directing, her approach to each different project, her dramatic first day on Eastenders, and how she enjoys being tested by A-listers. It's a fascinating conversation!

With comedy sketches, bonus chat and lots of surprises this is an episode scores 10/10, hits a 6, and is a full house of treats.

Competition: If you've read these shownotes share the episode on social media (handles below!) and tag us in, and send your postal address to [email protected] - we'll send you a prize! (DOES ANYONE READ THEM?! Susie)

Music by Joel White aka Small Plates

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LTO now has a PATREON page which means you can become an LTO Patron. Patrons get a raft of lush stuff including exclusive bonus content and access to exclusive LTO live events online and in-person. The next Patron-only LTO Live Online event is later this month! Details on Patreon!

Susie & Esther are thrilled to be back in your ears. And over on Patreon too!

Limited Time Only. A pick-me-up in podcast form.

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Today’s guest is journalist, beauty editor and host of her own wildly successful podcast, EMMA GUNAVARDHANA.

Starting out as a journalist in local newspapers a serendipitous moment led Emma to a temping job at OK! magazine. Emma was quickly promoted became OK!’s Beauty Editor. She has been a Beauty Editor for over 20 years and has interviewed some of the most famous people on the planet including Christina Aguilera, Brittany Spears and Sarah Jessica Parker.

In 2016, she launched her own podcast The Emma Guns Show. Featuring interviews with celebrities, brand creators and authors her podcast has more than 15 million global downloads, over 1000 five star reviews and is one of the top UK podcasts.

We talk to Emma about her highs and lows at OK! magazine, how she came to start her own podcast, and the identity of her favourite guest at Elton John’s White Tie and Tiara Ball!

Competition: If you've read these shownotes share the episode on social media (handles below!) and tag us in, and send your postal address to [email protected] - we'll send you a prize!

EPISODE LINKS:

Lindsey Kelk - Author & Podcaster

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Keane

Mount Desolation

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Susie & Esther are thrilled to be back in your ears. And over on Patreon too!

Limited Time Only. A pick-me-up in podcast form.

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See Limited Time Only LIVE in London at Cheerful Earful Podcast Festival with special guest Angela Barnes! Buy tickets: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/cheerfulearful/2348566

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