Major's Mess Hall

We’re going back to where it all began with a very special guest on Major’s Mess Hall!

This week, Gavin and Chris are joined by the incredibly talented Jason Paige, the man behind the original Pokémon theme song and, quite literally, the voice of a generation!

Jason takes us on a journey through his incredible career, sharing how he first got started in the music industry, his experiences working alongside legendary names like Michael Jackson and Aerosmith, and the story behind recording one of the most recognisable theme songs in pop culture history.

We chat about his ongoing tours, meeting Pokémon fans around the world, performing the iconic song that millions grew up with, and he even shares some vocal tips and tricks. Plus, Jason opens up about fame, staying grounded and what it's like to have a song become such a huge part of people's childhoods.

Whether you're a lifelong Pokémon fan, a lover of 90s nostalgia or simply curious about the man behind that legendary voice, this is an interview you won't want to miss!

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Gavin and Tony are back with another Just the Tip, and this time, they're bringing a little taste of India to Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. After growing up in the UK, where curries are practically a food group, the lads head to Waaris, a brand new Indian restaurant, to see how Canadian Indian food stacks up against the classics. They'll chat, laugh, catch up, and rate the food out of ten—so if you're curious whether Waris gets the UK curry stamp of approval, tune in. Listen now on your favourite podcast platform and don't forget to like, share, and follow Major's Mess Hall for more reviews, laughs, and plenty of nonsense.

Gavin is joined once again by Stephanie for a deeply personal conversation about the circle of life. Together, they discuss the joy of welcoming new life while also navigating the heartbreak and grief that comes with losing someone we love. A candid and emotional conversation about life, loss, and everything in between.

After a few weeks away from recording together, Gavin and Chris are finally back behind the microphones!

The boys catch up on everything they’ve been getting up to since their last chat, while Gavin looks back on the 2026 Major’s Mess Hall Halifax Pub Crawl—a huge success filled with great people, great food, plenty of drinks, and plenty of memorable moments.

The conversation then turns to gaming, as Gavin and Chris reveal and debate some of their favorite video games of all time, before looking ahead to one of the biggest gaming releases ever: Grand Theft Auto VI.

With the anticipation reaching ridiculous levels, the guys discuss what they’re expecting from Rockstar’s next massive adventure and why GTA 6 has gamers everywhere counting down the days.

It’s a long-overdue catch-up packed with stories, gaming nostalgia, laughs, and plenty of Mess Hall chat!

Major’s Mess Hall heads out of the studio and into the pubs for a special live episode recorded during the 2026 Halifax Pub Crawl!

Gavin and Tony are joined by fans, friends, and supporters of the podcast for a day filled with laughs, ridiculous stories, hilarious anecdotes, great conversations, and plenty of good times.

With great food, great drinks, and an incredible group of people, this episode captures the atmosphere of the pub crawl exactly as it happened — loud, funny, spontaneous, and unmistakably Major’s Mess Hall.

It’s a celebration of the listeners and supporters who have helped make the podcast what it is, and a chance to bring the Mess Hall together for one hell of a day in Halifax.

Turn it up, grab a drink, and join the party!

This week Gavin and Chris catch up with Glyn Roberts live on the Indian Ocean! As most of you know, Glyn is one quarter of the Monkey Fist Adventures crew, currently taking on the incredible Brain Waves Challenge, an unsupported 5,500-mile row across the Indian Ocean from Australia to Kenya. Glyn shares a fascinating insight into life at sea over 40 days in, the physical and mental challenges of rowing for weeks on end, and the team's plans to celebrate when they finally reach Kenya. Of course, it wouldn't be a major's mess hall episode without a few laughs, including the now legendary story of the crew losing not one but two toilet buckets. Plus Glyn shares his love for the UK's famous Percy Pig sweets. It's an inspiring, funny, and honest conversation about endurance, teamwork, and finding humor in the most remote place on Earth.

If you'd like to help the team reach their goal, please consider supporting the two charities they're doing this in aid of

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On this latest episode of Major's Mess Hall, Gavin welcomes back Scott Powers for a warm, honest conversation that weaves together humour, nostalgia, and reflection. They open up about grief, share updates from Scott's Powers Point podcast, and discuss Major's Mess Hall's upcoming Halifax Pub Crawl on August 29th. Along the way, they touch on the buzz surrounding Spider-Man Brand New Day, collectibles, and even some gaming talk, including the anticipation for Grand Theft Auto 6. It's a genuine hangout episode, like listening in while two friends catch up!

In this episode, Gavin and Kelly share live on-location highlights from their Boston trip, from hanging out at the original Cheers bar to finding the Good Will Hunting bench and touring Fenway Park. They also talk about meeting artists like BBMAK, Chris Kirkpatrick of NSYNC, Brad Fischetti from LFO and O-Town. They also plug the upcoming Major's Mess Hall pub crawl on August 29 in Halifax!

On this episode of Major’s Mess Hall, Gavin sits down with Rob Patey for a deeply personal and honest conversation about grief, loss, and learning how to carry on after life changes forever.

Rob has built a powerful daily “Grief Journal” on TikTok, where he shares his experience of adjusting to life after the loss of his wife in January. In this episode, he opens up about that journey, the realities of grief, and the small ways he’s finding a path forward.

Gavin also shares his own story, speaking candidly about the loss of his mum in early May, what happened, and how he’s been coping in the weeks since. It’s a raw, heartfelt conversation between two people navigating loss in real time, with honesty, vulnerability, and a reminder that grief looks different for everyone.

If you’d like to follow Rob’s journey, you can find him on TikTok at @Roberttpateyiii.

This week on Major's Mess Hall, Gavin chats with the mega-talented Floyd McCollum, drummer and musical director for LFO, as well as Brad Fischetti's tour manager when he hits the road. Floyd shares how he first got into drumming, the journey that led him into the music industry, and the story of meeting Brad at church—a chance encounter that would go on to shape a major part of his career. From performing with LFO to helping keep things running smoothly behind the scenes on tour, Floyd gives us a fascinating look at life in and around the music business.

We also welcome back Bertie "Coveboy" Garnier, who stops by to officially announce the 2026 Major's Mess Hall Pub Crawl! Find out where we'll be gathering, what to expect, and why you won't want to miss this year's event.

Plus, Tony drops in to say hello, and as always, there's plenty of laughs, stories, and random conversations along the way.

So sit back, relax, and join us for another entertaining episode of Major's Mess Hall!