The Moon Under Water

*This is part two of David Jesudason's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part one first or things might be slightly confusing*

Many believe that the UK is the ultimate pub destination due to the sheer variety of pubs that you can visit. Old pubs, flat-roofed pubs, pubs that date back centuries. However, the hidden gem of UK pubs is arguably the desi pub: a place that grew out of attempts to break the racist colour bar of the 1960s which often meant non-white customers were refused service. These pubs, predominantly ran by British-Indian landlords, may not be the most well known, but they are some of the best in the country. This week we're joined by an actual alehouse expert who has visited LOTS of desi pubs; it's author and journalist David Jesudason!

What David doesn't know about pubs isn't worth knowing. He's also one of the go-to experts on desi pubs, having written his own book on the subject (which is available in all good book shops). But would his dream pub be based on desi pub, or would it go down a different route? Join us in the Correct Realm, as we're about to find out.

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Many believe that the UK is the ultimate pub destination due to the sheer variety of pubs that you can visit. Old pubs, flat-roofed pubs, pubs that date back centuries. However, the hidden gem of UK pubs is arguably the desi pub: a place that grew out of attempts to break the racist colour bar of the 1960s which often meant non-white customers were refused service. These pubs, predominantly ran by British-Indian landlords, may not be the most well known, but they are some of the best in the country. This week we're joined by an actual alehouse expert who has visited LOTS of desi pubs; it's author and journalist David Jesudason!

What David doesn't know about pubs isn't worth knowing. He's also one of the go-to experts on desi pubs, having written his own book on the subject (which is available in all good book shops). But would his dream pub be based on desi pub, or would it go down a different route? Join us in the Correct Realm, as we're about to find out.

Got something you want to send to the landlord? If so, get in touch: [email protected].

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What do you want if you're about to go on holiday? That's right: recommendations for places that nobody can remember the name of, or restaurants that you can't eat at due to being a vegetarian. This week for our dedicated regular Dan he was on receiving end of one such recommendation ahead of his trip to Hamburg weekend, so you can be sure that he's going to find some absolute gems when out on the continent. 

Plus, we hear about Robbie's recent dining experience eating the UK's most expensive sandwich.

Do you have something you want to share with the Landlord? If so, send it to [email protected].

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*This is part two of Tim Lovejoy's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part one first or things might be slightly confusing*

It's no surprise that televisions are a divisive topic in pubs. On the one hand they can provide entertainment during sporting events, or fill an awkward lull in conversation on a bad first date. On the other hand, they can be an unwanted distraction; when instead of having a lovely group discussion, everyone ends up watching 'The Chase' on mute. However, it can't be denied that TV has produced some real legends over the years, and today we're happy to be joined by one of them, because creating their dream pub this week is the one and only Tim Lovejoy!

TV's Tim Lovejoy will be familiar to many of you as the current host of 'Sunday Brunch' and the former host of some programme called 'Soccer AM', the latter of being where Tim and Landlord Robbie met many moons ago (before Robbie decided to have a go at running a fictional pub). We're sure they're going to be sharing plenty of stories from back in the day, and you're all invited along.

Remember; if you want to contact the Landlord then send an email to [email protected].

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It's no surprise that televisions are a divisive topic in pubs. On the one hand they can provide entertainment during sporting events, or fill an awkward lull in conversation on a bad first date. On the other hand, they can be an unwanted distraction; when instead of having a lovely group discussion, everyone ends up watching 'The Chase' on mute. However, it can't be denied that TV has produced some real legends over the years, and today we're happy to be joined by one of them, because creating their dream pub this week is the one and only Tim Lovejoy!

TV's Tim Lovejoy will be familiar to many of you as the current host of 'Sunday Brunch' and the former host of some programme called 'Soccer AM', the latter of being where Tim and Landlord Robbie met many moons ago (before Robbie decided to have a go at running a fictional pub). We're sure they're going to be sharing plenty of stories from back in the day, and you're all invited along.

Remember; if you want to contact the Landlord then send an email to [email protected].

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Gather round everyone, as Robbie and Dan are about to take another look at what has been pinned onto the notice board here at The Moon Under Water. There's more bizarre rider requests, a definitive list of the best train station pubs the UK has to offer, and plenty of spoilers about who's joining us soon.

Do you have something you want to send to the guys? Maybe it's a Hamburg pub recommendation for Dan? If so, send it to [email protected].

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*This is part two of Chloe Petts's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part one first or things might be slightly confusing*

No, your eyes aren't deceiving you; the Mists genuinely shifting to create a football pitch (complete with football, goals and nets). Good luck kicking a ball made out of water vapour, but this does signify something bigger. It seems like The Moon Under Water is preparing itself to welcome a football-mad guest... and it is so! Approaching the Correct Realm is stand-up comedian and self-described "football lout" Chloe Petts!

Chloe has been described as "one of the most compelling young comics" in the country. As well as performing countless shows around the UK, sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and numerous writing credits, she's also the founder of The Lol Word, a queer comedy collective based in London. But the most impressive of all her talents? She's a Crystal Palace fan; and a passionate one at that. Here's hoping she's just as passionate about pubs as she is Roy Hodgson.

Do you have a message you want to send to the Landlord? If so, you can reach him via [email protected].

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No, your eyes aren't deceiving you; the Mists genuinely shifting to create a football pitch (complete with football, goals and nets). Good luck kicking a ball made out of water vapour, but this does signify something bigger. It seems like The Moon Under Water is preparing itself to welcome a football-mad guest... and it is so! Approaching the Correct Realm is stand-up comedian and self-described "football lout" Chloe Petts!

Chloe has been described as "one of the most compelling young comics" in the country. As well as performing countless shows around the UK, sell-out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and numerous writing credits, she's also the founder of The Lol Word, a queer comedy collective based in London. But the most impressive of all her talents? She's a Crystal Palace fan; and a passionate one at that. Here's hoping she's just as passionate about pubs as she is Roy Hodgson.

Do you have a message you want to send to the Landlord? If so, you can reach him via [email protected].

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Come one, come all, it's time to gather around the Pub Notice Board once again... and doesn't Landlord Robbie have a tale to tell? Yes, fresh from his trip to Sheffield he's here to share which pubs he visited (including one which has been described as "the greatest pub in the world").

Plus, Robbie's rider claims are disputed, Dan discusses a recent pub trip, and we begin a quest to find the best train station pub in the UK.

Want something posted to the Pub Notice Board? Send it to [email protected].

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*This is part two of Sophie Duker's episode. Though you are free to listen in whichever order you so desire we really do recommend listening to part one first or things might be slightly confusing*

Ah, the Mists. Resplendent as always... though something is afoot. Yes, if you look close enough it seems that they're beginning to part, almost as if they're anticipating the arrival of this week's guest. And here she comes; making her way into the Correct Realm to create her dream pub is stand-up comedian Sophie Duker!

Sophie is one of the UK's most beloved comics. As well as appearing in venues up and down the country, you've also likely seen her on TV, popping up on the likes of 'Taskmaster', 'The Last Leg' and 'Celebrity Mastermind'.

However, creating a pub is no laughing matter. Sophie is SERIOUS about what her dream pub will look like, and we're sure you're going to love hearing all about it.

Do you want to send a message to the landlord? You can get in touch with us via [email protected].

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