We Can Be Weirdos

"This show was basically invented so it could lead to this moment"

Brian Blessed is a larger-than-life British actor, adventurer, and storyteller, renowned for his booming voice and exuberant personality. Born on October 9, 1936, in Yorkshire, his career spans decades, with standout roles in Flash Gordon, Blackadder, and I, Claudius. Beyond acting, Blessed is a passionate mountaineer, having attempted Everest multiple times, and an accomplished author. Known for his love of animals and zest for life, he’s a charismatic speaker and national treasure. Blessed’s unforgettable voice has also brought life to audiobooks, animations, and documentaries, making him a beloved figure in entertainment and beyond.

"When I was five, I saw a ghost of a woman clothed in blue walking across the room"

Philip Carr-Gomm is an author, psychologist, and Druid leader known for his work in spirituality, nature connection, and personal growth. He served as the Chief of the Order of Bards, Ovates, and Druids (OBOD) for over 30 years, guiding one of the largest international Druid orders. Philip has written extensively on Druidry, mythology, and meditation, with notable books including The Druid Way and Sacred Places. He combines ancient wisdom with modern psychology, offering insights into living harmoniously with nature and fostering inner peace. Philip is also a speaker and educator, exploring topics like storytelling, ritual, and the intersection of spirituality and mental health.

"We’re all energy in some ways, so what happens to that after we die"

Oliver Jeffers makes art and tells stories—fine art for (mostly) adults, and picture books for (mostly) children. As a visual artist and author working in painting, bookmaking, illustration, collage, performance, and sculpture, curiosity and humour are underlying themes throughout Oliver's practice as an artist and storyteller.

TW: This conversation contains reference to suicide.

"It's just never seemed like a good idea to spend a lot of time in the woods"

Since his first UK comedy gig twenty-one years ago Georgia-born Reginald D Hunter’s searingly honest observations both onstage and on TV and Radio have garnered him a cross-generational fan base. During that time he has become one of the Comedy industry’s best-known performers for his distinctive take on the most diverse range of subjects. His work can be brutally honest and is often considered to be controversial but it is always meticulously thought out and he has never been afraid to face challenging issues head on even when the focus is on his own principles or beliefs.

***LIVE SHOW NOVEMBER 21st FEATURING BRIAN BLESSED***

We Can Be Weirdos is LIVE again on Monday 25th November 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. We are thrilled to announce that the live show will feature the KING of Weirdos Brian Blessed.

Head here for more info and to buy your tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdo

"I felt my dad's presence a lot after he had died. When my mother died, he went"

Kate Mosse is the author of eleven novels & short story collections, including the No 1 bestselling The Joubert Family Chronicles – The Burning Chambers, The City of Tears, The Ghost Ship and The Map of Bones – as well as the multimillion selling Languedoc Trilogy - Labyrinth, Sepulchre and Citadel - and No 1 bestselling Gothic fiction including The Winter Ghosts and The Taxidermist's Daughter. Her books have been translated into 38 languages and published in more than 40 countries.

For more Kate Mosse things, plus where to find her newest book, The Map of Bones, head to her website: https://www.katemosse.co.uk/

***LIVE SHOW NOVEMBER 21st FEATURING BRIAN BLESSED***

We Can Be Weirdos is LIVE again on Monday 25th November 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. We are thrilled to announce that the live show will feature the KING of Weirdos Brian Blessed.

Head here for more info and to buy your tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdo

Welcome to the first NON-explicit episode of We Can Be Weirdos featuring the Bananas list and a chat with author of the Mortal Engines series, Phillip Reeve.

Check out his new book, a prequel to the Mortal Engines series, Thunder City - https://philipreeve.com/

***LIVE SHOW NOVEMBER 21st FEATURING BRIAN BLESSED***

We Can Be Weirdos is LIVE again on Monday 25th November 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. We are thrilled to announce that the live show will feature the KING of Weirdos Brian Blessed.

Head here for more info and to buy your tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdo

"I've been in the presence of ghosts on several occasions"

Sandi Toksvig is an internationally renowned and much-loved comedian, broadcaster, writer and campaigner. Now, Sandi announces One Night Only, a new live theatrical comedy extravaganza, for two nights only on Wednesday 13th and and Thursday 14th November 2024 at the Theatre Royal, Drury Lane in London’s West End. The QI Elves, the researchers from the hit BBC2 show, will be delving into the theatrical archives to help Sandi unearth the funniest facts and anecdotes.

Go see Sandi's show one night only: http://lwtheatres.co.uk

Read her new book: https://www.welbooks.co.uk/shop/p/friends-of-dorothy-by-sandi-toksvig-signed

Get tickets to Sandi Clause: https://www.royalalberthall.com

Just dropping by to say We Can Be Weirdos will be recorded LIVE on Monday 21st October 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. This time, it's a halloween special! Another wild and very silly night to ignite the suppressed bit of batsh*t in you. Listen in to hear which two incredible guests will be taking to the stage.

Grab your tickets here: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdos-live/

We Can Be Weirdos returns weekly, from October 31st.

"It made me laugh. So I did it."

Stand up comedian, writer, director, and trained physiotherapist, Barry Ferns has written for the BBC, C4, Radio and has won awards for both stand up and directing short films. His films have been selected for The LA Comedy Film festival, Raindance, North by Northwest and he has won the Malcom Hardee Award for Comedy, as well as the Mervyn Stutter Spirit of the Fringe award and has been nominated as one of the 4 best MC’s in the entire country.

***LIVE SHOW OCTOBER 21st***

We Can Be Weirdos is LIVE again on Monday 21st October 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. Stay tuned for the guest announcement!

Head here for more info and to buy your tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdos-live/

"Lava is almost sentient"

Dr Robin George Andrews is an award-winning science journalist, who regularly writes about space and geosciences, and is a doctor of experimental volcanology. He has written for outlets including The New York Times, The Atlantic, National Geographic, Scientific American and Quanta Magazine. He has written two books, Super Volcanoes: What they reveal about Earth and the worlds beyond, and How to Kill an Asteroid, out October 1st 2024.

***LIVE SHOW OCTOBER 21st***

We Can Be Weirdos is LIVE again on Monday 21st October 2024, at the Underbelly Boulevard, London. Keep listening to the podcast for the guest announcement!

Head here for more info and to buy your tickets: https://underbellyboulevard.com/tickets/we-can-be-weirdos-live/