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host of Kermode and Mayo's Film Review +1 more

Episodes
36
Shows
31
Hours
~20

Tracked from 2 Aug 2015 to 24 May 2026

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  • 2026.20 Paul on SNL, Ringo with Simon Mayo

    Another week of Beatles appearances. This week we discuss Paul on a number of podcasts, and a little show called Saturday Night Live. Meanwhile, a faux Ringo (well, Mr. Conductor) narrates a faux Thomas the Tank Engine on SNL UK, while the real Ringo is still out there promoting Long Long Road - including an appearance (via Zoom) with Simon Mayo on UK radio. Surrounding these bits are some thoughts on the evolving Apple Corps, and other news as we draw ever closer to the release of "The Boys of Dungeon Lane". #madeonzencastr.

  • Simon Mayo guesting

    Simon Mayo joins the freewheeling discussion with Penny Smith and Charles Nove. Including why Penny is safe from Vampires, and memories of when interviews go bad. Join in the rambles by emailing: PSA@VoxBroadcast.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • NAPIT talks to Simon Mayo - Andy's Man Club Part 2

    Simon Mayo from ANDYSMANCLUB joins us for part 2 of our International Men’s Day special on the WATT’S CURRENT podcast. Simon Mayo, Regional Area Manager, shares the origins of the charity, how it has grown to more than 300 peer-to-peer support groups across the UK, and why creating safe spaces for men to talk is so important. He also talks about his story and how he doesn't see the charity as a 'job', as it has such an impact on those that suffer with similar issues and can have a good 'moan' to get things off their chest. TRIGGER WARNING - Discussions about suicide and mental health

  • NAPIT talks to Simon Mayo - Andy's Man Club Part 1

    Simon Mayo from ANDYSMANCLUB joins us for part 1 of our International Men’s Day special on the WATT’S CURRENT podcast. Simon Mayo, Regional Area Manager, shares the origins of the charity, how it has grown to more than 300 peer-to-peer support groups across the UK, and why creating safe spaces for men to talk is so important. He also talks about his story and how he doesn't see the charity as a 'job', as it has such an impact on those that suffer with similar issues and can have a good 'moan' to get things off their chest. Simon’s message is clear: “Break that barrier. Just walk through the door. Whatever you’re going through, you’re not alone.” TRIGGER WARNING - Discussions about suicide and mental health Part 2 continues on 3 December.

  • Episode 145 - Simon Mayo, Black Tag, the legend of King Dick, and radio's greatest confessions
    Murder Junction

    In this episode we talk to Simon Mayo, radio broadcasting legend, about his latest thriller, Black Tag, discuss the legend of convict King Dick, and dredge up one of his fondest memories from his famous radio 'Confessions' segment.

  • S8 EP22: Simon Mayo

    Joining us this episode to discuss the highs and lows of parenting (and life) is the brilliant DJ, presenter and author - Simon Mayo. You can listen to Simon's film podcast with Mark Kermode 'Take' here; https://listen.sonymusic-podcasts.link/Hr_IGJsI?at=1010l396Y Parenting Hell is a Spotify Podcast, available everywhere every Tuesday and Friday. Please leave a rating and review you filthy street dogs... xx If you want to get in touch with the show here's how: EMAIL: Hello@lockdownparenting.co.uk INSTAGRAM: @parentinghell MAILING LIST: parentinghellpodcast.mailchimpsites.com A 'Keep It Light Media' Production Sales, advertising, and general enquiries: hello@keepitlightmedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

  • Alan Freeman picked by Simon Mayo
    Great Lives

    In 1961 Alan 'Fluff' Freeman took over as the host of the BBC Radio's 'Pick of the Pops' and changed music broadcasting forever. From the opening "Greetings pop pickers" Alan would count down the hottest records of the week punctuating the end of each track with minimal detail before introducing the next. It was exhilarating radio and his staccato delivery and catchphrases of "Right, all right, stay bright" and "Not 'Arf" he influenced a generation of broadcasters. Simon Mayo was a DJ at Radio 1 at the same time as 'Fluff' and says his broadcasting hero coming came into his studio and said "Simon, darling" before kissing the back of his own hand that he'd placed over Simon's mouth. Simon remembers the end of Fluff's time at Radio 1 and speaks openly about his own departure from the BBC in 2018. He tells Matthew Parris that it was Fluff's economy of words that impressed him when sometimes he'd simply say "and" to link two records, and how Freeman gave once gave him a notebook full of opera and classical music recommendations. Behind-the-scenes Alan was generous, kind and encouraging, but he was also a deeply private man who few got to know well. But one person who did was producer Phil Swern who worked with Alan for many years. Presenter: Matthew Parris Guest: Simon Mayo Guest: Phil Swern Producer: Toby Field for BBC Audio Bristol

  • Was it an absolutely fantastic fish cake? (with Simon Mayo)

    There's illness in the studio so Jane and Fi are keen to escape it but, before that, they discuss the Queen's podcast, HRT dreams and porn. Plus, Fi speaks to broadcast legend Simon Mayo about his latest novel 'Tick Tock'. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Eve Salusbury Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Book Bites: Tick Tock with Simon Mayo
    Calibre podcasts

    Jack chats to author and broadcaster Simon Mayo about his latest thriller, Tick Tock, the themes of the book, his writing and reading habits, and how audiobooks can shape the way you write. Emma and Denise join Jack in the studio afterward to dissect Tick Tock.

  • Simon Mayo, former BBC radio presenter discusses Ken Bruce's departure from Radio 2

    Ken Bruce is the most popular presenter in the UK with over 8 million listeners on Radio 2 and he's about to join former colleague Simon Mayo at Greatest Hits Radio. Simon discusses Ken's departure from the BBC. "The situation has been handled badly." Subscribe and support the podcast here . Find all our podcasts here @simonmayo @BeebRoger @ RogerBolton@mastodonapp.uk roger@rogerboltonsbeebwatch.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • In Conversation with Simon Mayo

    Highlights of Roisin’s recent conversation with broadcasting legend Simon Mayo, recorded at our recent summer social to launch the ReelWorld Radio Academy 30 Under 30. Simon talks about his move from BBC to commercial radio, sharing his experiences in the industry through the years, and reflects on 18 months hosting the Greatest Hits Radio drivetime show. Roisin is joined by co-host Christian Hewgill, who was on the 2021 30 Under 30 list, who reflects on the value of being recognised on the list last year.

  • My Radio 1 With Shaun Tilley and Simon Mayo

    From its launch in 1967, right through the 70’s to the mid 80’s... BBC Radio 1 was probably the world’s biggest music station! In this edition of the series Shaun Tilley introduces you to DJ Simon Mayo , one of the many people behind the network's success during those golden years as he tells the story of ‘ his ’ Radio 1!!

  • Week 22, 2022 including Nick Randall, Johnny Vaughn, Simon Mayo, Penn Jillette
    The Pod 20

    The Pod 20, hosted by multi-award winning presenter, Graham Mack, is a weekly show featuring guest podcasters talking about their podcast, what they’ve been up to, what they’ve been listening to....and the top 20 podcasts according to Podcast Radio. But in a little more detail: who stands out this week? Week 22, 2022 including Nick Randall, Johnny Vaughn, Simon Mayo, Penn Jillette Full chart is below: BUT AVOID THE BELOW IF YOU WANT TO HEAR THE COUNTDOWN WITHOUT SPOILERS!! --- The Pod 20 The Pod Twenty is heard on Podcast Radio on DAB in the UK, on demand in the USA at Talkers dot com, around the world on multiple platforms and as a podcast itself. 20. Origin Story The real stories behind the most misunderstood and abused ideas in politics. 19. Stuff You Should Know If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered. - The latest episode is called, “Waterbeds: The Sexiest Bed?” 18. The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast Enlightening discourse that will change the way you think. In episode 256, Richard Dawkins & Jordan Peterson Discuss Psychedelics, Consciousness, and Artificial Intelligence. 17. The Matt Walsh Show Matt gives you a no-holds-barred take on today’s cultural, religious, and political issues and also reacts to some horrible TikTok dating advice. 16. Johnny Vaughan On Radio X Highlights from Johnny’s radio show. 15. On Purpose with Jay Shetty Fascinating conversations with the most insightful people in the world. The last episode is called, “Letting Go of Your Parents' Expectations & How to Find the Courage to Fail Until You Succeed”. 14. Today, Explained Your all killer, no filler, Monday to Friday news explainer. 13. Hidden Brain Shankar Vedantam uses science and storytelling to reveal the unconscious patterns that drive human behaviour. The latest episode asks the question, what do the things you buy say about you?” 12. No Such Thing As A Fish The Award-winning podcast from the offices of the hit BBC TV show QI. Episode 428 is called, “No Such Thing As Free Urine In The Uber”. 11. Kermode & Mayo’s Take Simon Mayo and Mark Kermode’s film review podcast. 10. ZOE Science & Nutrition The world’s top scientists explain the latest health & nutrition research. The latest episode is called, “Can bread be healthy?” 9. CounterClock To tell the story of a crime, you have to turn back time. 8. Fox News Radio Hourly Newscast The latest news from the fastest growing radio news network. 7. The Jordan Harbinger Show In-depth conversations with people at the top of their game. In Episode 677 Sam Cooper explains how the west was infiltrated by Its enemies. 6. SnS Online - Hosted by Nick Randall. The online showcase for actors, musicians, journalists, authors, script writers, stand-up comedians and more. 5.SmartLess Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes, & Will Arnett’s latest guest is the American actress Kristen Wiig. 4. The Rest is Politics Hosted by two men who are trying to claw their way back into public life. Former Downing Street spin doctor Alastair Campbell and failed politician Rory Stewart. The latest episode is called, “Rupert Murdoch, Taiwan, and Burnley”. 3. My Favorite Murder with Karen Kilgariff and Georgia Hardstark Karen and Georgia tell each other their favorite tales of murder and hear crime stories from fans. <s

  • Simon Farnaby on the true story behind The Phantom of the Open

    Simon Mayo talks to screenwriter Simon Farnaby about his new film, The Phantom of the Open. / / For the full interview, listen & subscribe to our podcast: / / BBC Sounds: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/brand/b00lvdrj / Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/kermode-and-mayos-film-review/id73802698 / Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2shG8hkvKO8y1gvTrxKxVM / / Please tell us what you think of the interview - we love to include your views on the show every Friday. / / Twitter: @Wittertainment / http://www.bbc.co.uk/5live / Fridays at 2:30pm on BBC 5 live.

  • Simon Mayo - 36 Years of Radio, His Most Challenging Broadcasts, and Becoming a Novelist

    In a real love letter to radio, Kate chats to broadcasting legend Simon Mayo about his four decades on the airwaves, including his big audition for BBC Radio 1, reporting live during 9/11, and how he found himself starting a (now very successful) career as a novelist in his 50s. White Wine Question Time with Kate Thornton is the podcast that brings together well-known guests to answer three thought-provoking questions over three glasses of wine. Discover the friendships behind the entertainment headlines, and listen in on their conversations for a side to the celebrities you've never heard before. Listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts, and follow on Instagram (@whitewineqt) & Twitter (@WhiteWineQT) to keep up to date with the latest guests, news and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • 81. Announcing our new opera commission Itch with Jonathan Dove and Simon Mayo

    In this episode of From the Producer's Office, James Clutton is joined by composer Jonathan Dove and broadcaster and bestselling author Simon Mayo to announce a new commission for 2023, the world premiere of an opera for young adults and families, Itch. The opera will be based on Simon Mayo's bestselling novels Itch and Itch Rocks, described as 'Breaking Bad for kids' by NPR in America. Itch explores the real life magic of the elements through an explosive adventure story that sees the young hero trying to outrun a vindictive teacher, a global corporation and a shadowy government agency in his quest to save the world. Simon, Jonathan, and James discuss how the commission came about, talk about the novel's plot and the inspirations behind it, and draw parallels between Itch and some other operas listeners might be familiar with. From the Producer's Office is a series of informal podcasts with Opera Holland Park’s Director of Opera, James Clutton. In conversation with creatives and collaborators across the industry, we explore the process of putting opera on stage, and how the artists involved approach their craft.

  • Simon Mayo, Joss Stone, Dame Kelly Holmes, James Newman

    Welcome back to week ten of The Graham Norton Radio Show! Graham and trusty accomplice Maria McErlane help with your dilemmas in Graham's Guide. This week's guests include: Broadcaster and author Simon Mayo talks everything behind his new contemporary thriller "Knife Edge". Singer-songwriter Joss Stone live from Nashville speaks to us about her new soul-soother single "Walk With Me". Dame Kelly Holmes shares everything behind-the-scenes in her appearance in "The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up to Cancer". Eurovision Song Contest is back for 2021 and James Newman discusses everything about this year's UK Entry single "Embers". Graham will be back on your radio in The Graham Norton Radio Show on Saturday and Sunday from 09:30am on Virgin Radio UK. Be sure to subscribe to the podcast to hear all the highlights every week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Simon Mayo and SJ Watson (If you're struggling at sixty thousand words, call Ian Rankin's wife) Book Podcast
    Book Off!

    Legendary broadcaster and writer, Simon Mayo, goes head to head with bestselling author SJ Watson in a war of the words. They talk to Joe Haddow about their writing, hitting the wall, the highs and lows of adapting work for the screen and some of the books and authors they have read and enjoyed recently. In the Book Off, they pit Colson Whitehead's "The Underground Railroad" against Kristin Hersh's memoir, "Paradoxical Und - but who will win!?? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • In conversation with Simon Mayo

    In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by one half of the BBC's flagship film programme, Simon Mayo. The pair chat about Kermode & Mayo's Film Review (Wittertainment to its chums) and the absence of Kermode & Mayo's Home Entertainment Service from BBC iPlayer. And they talk too about Simon's books, including his latest thriller Knife Edge , and the screen adaptations of his work. Plus a bit of radio too... Find Simon (Brew) on Twitter at @simonbrew , and the podcast can be found at @filmstoriespod. You can find the Film Stories website here . Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  • Simon Mayo and Vanessa Coffey
    C21Podcast

    UK broadcaster and author Simon Mayo talks about the adaptation of his book series Itch for ABC in Australia and intimacy coordinator Vanessa Coffey explains how sex scenes are being filmed during the pandemic.

  • Simon Mayo - Presenter, Radio 1, 2, 5 Live, Nottingham & Brighton

    From working as a car park attendant and being turned down by the BBC - to hosting some of the biggest slots on the UK’s largest stations. In this hour of ‘Radio Moments – Conversations’, Simon Mayo speaks candidly about his life and career, from his early experiences at hospital and student radio, through his days at BBC Radio Brighton and Radio Nottingham. Then - spotted by the BBC - he climbs quickly to Radio 1, where he graduates to the breakfast show and then on to the mid-morning show where his Confessions feature thrives. When BBC Radio 5 Live calls, Simon rises to the challenge, and he talks here about how it felt to be on air as the tragedy of 9/11 unfolded. He discusses too Kermode and Mayo's Film Review and why it has captured a new audience. Alongside his 5 Live work, he begins at Radio 2, eventually being asked to take on the drive show, which had been hosted previously by Chris Evans – and Simon’s early hero Johnnie Walker. That show, famously, ends in a way Simon would not have chosen and he reflects on what might have been done differently. The new Scala Radio called – and Simon talks about his first commercial radio experiences. Plus - what does Simon make of radio’s role in the extraordinary conditions created by the COVID 19 virus? In his own words – this is the Simon Mayo story. Hear the whole ‘Radio Moments Conversations’ series here – and sign up for the regular podcast for this ongoing series. Music by Larry Bryant .

  • My Radio 1 With Shaun Tilley and Simon Mayo

    From its launch in 1967, right through the 70’s to the mid 80’s... BBC Radio 1 was probably the world’s biggest music station! In this edition of the series Shaun Tilley introduces you to DJ Simon Mayo , one of the many people behind the network's success during those golden years as he tells the story of ‘ his ’ Radio 1!!

  • Simon Mayo - end of last Radio 1 show - 2001

    Simon Mayo's last words on Radio 1 after fifteen years, as he prepared for a future on BBC 5 Live.

  • Simon Mayo: "Mad Blood Stirring"

    In a novel just released in the US, author and longtime BBC radio host Simon Mayo tells an amazing—but true—story: that England’s first all-black production of Romeo and Juliet was staged by Black American prisoners of war in a British prison called Dartmoor, during the War of 1812. Like its setting, the novel, Mad Blood Stirring, is bleak. But it also contains flashes of friendship and creativity that emerge from the Shakespeare plays staged under the order of a larger-than-life—but also real—character: African-American POW “King Dick,” who ran the prison’s segregated block. We invited Simon Mayo to join us on Shakespeare Unlimited to tell us about the history behind his novel and its characters. Simon Mayo currently co-hosts the popular Film Review show on BBC Radio 5 Live. The American edition of Mad Blood Stirring was published by Pegasus Books in 2019. Mayo is interviewed by Barbara Bogaev. From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast series. Published February 19, 2019. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This podcast episode, “To Prison, Eyes; Ne'er Look On Liberty” was produced by Richard Paul. Garland Scott is the associate producer. It was edited by Gail Kern Paster. Ben Lauer is the web producer. We had technical help from Andrew Feliciano at VoiceTrax West in Studio City, California, and Sharon Bowe and John Hemingway at the BBC in London.

  • Simon Mayo: "Mad Blood Stirring"

    In a novel just released in the US, author and longtime BBC radio host Simon Mayo tells an amazing—but true—story: that England's first all-black production of Romeo and Juliet was staged by Black American prisoners of war in a British prison called Dartmoor, during the War of 1812. Like its setting, the novel, Mad Blood Stirring, is bleak. But it also contains flashes of friendship and creativity that emerge from the Shakespeare plays staged under the order of a larger-than-life—but also real—character: African-American POW "King Dick," who ran the prison's segregated block. We invited Simon Mayo to join us on Shakespeare Unlimited to tell us about the history behind his novel and its characters. Simon Mayo currently co-hosts the popular Film Review show on BBC Radio 5 Live. The American edition of Mad Blood Stirring was published by Pegasus Books in 2019. Mayo is interviewed by Barbara Bogaev. From the Shakespeare Unlimited podcast series. Published February 19, 2019. © Folger Shakespeare Library. All rights reserved. This podcast episode, "To Prison, Eyes; Ne'er Look On Liberty" was produced by Richard Paul. Garland Scott is the associate producer. It was edited by Gail Kern Paster. Ben Lauer is the web producer. We had technical help from Andrew Feliciano at VoiceTrax West in Studio City, California, and Sharon Bowe and John Hemingway at the BBC in London.

  • Simon Mayo: Radio Show
    Radio 1 Vintage

    A compilation of archive material from Simon Mayo's years at Radio 1.

  • Simon Mayo - Final drive show BBC Radio 2 - 2018

    "I have loved every single moment. Never intended to go. But you know circumstances change and everything will be fabulous and Radio 2 will still be sparkling and magic", said Simon Mayo as he waves farewell to Radio 2 on 21st December 2018.

  • Word Podcast 285 - Simon Mayo
    Word In Your Ear

    Award-winning broadcaster and podcaster, successful novelist and former Word subscriber Simon Mayo makes his debut on the pod to talk about his ascent of the greasy pole of broadcasting, his experience fronting the Radio One Roadshow in the days when that was a very big deal, his radio husband Mark Kermode, his radio wife Jo Whiley, his first adult novel "Mad Blood Stirring", soon to be a major motion picture, and the real reason why Dave Lee Travis always got the biggest cheer. Help us to keep The Longest Continuous Conversation In Rock'n'Roll going: https://www.patreon.com/wordinyourear Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  • Simon Mayo
    Inheritance Tracks

    DJ Simon Mayo chooses The Nightmare Song 'Love unrequited robs me of my rest' from Iolanthe by Gilbert and Sullivan and Graceland by Paul Simon.

  • Simon Mayo and David Baddiel
    Ask Penguin

    Radio broadcaster and author Simon Mayo joins David Baddiel in the Penguin studio to talk about his first adult novel 'Mad Blood Stirring'. Simon hosts Radio 2’s Drivetime show, the BBC’s flagship film review show Kermode and Mayo and has previously written 4 young adult books. He brings with him objects that have inspired his writing including a map, the periodic table and a Stephen King book. #PenguinPodcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Simon Mayo has appeared on 36 recent podcast episodes across 31 different shows. GuestVine keeps this list complete and up to date — new appearances are added automatically and delivered to the podcast player you already use.

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What podcasts has Simon Mayo been on?
Simon Mayo has appeared on 36 recent podcast episodes across 31 shows, including WATT'S CURRENT with NAPIT, My Radio 1 Podcast (BBC), Radio Moments - Clips.
What is Simon Mayo's latest podcast appearance?
The latest detected appearance is “2026.20 Paul on SNL, Ringo with Simon Mayo on When They Was Fab: Electric Arguments About the Beatles, published 24 May 2026.
How many hours of Simon Mayo podcast interviews are there?
GuestVine has tracked about 20 hours of Simon Mayo guest appearances across 36 episodes, going back to 2 Aug 2015.
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