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Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

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Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things
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  • Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

    Aziz Ansari

    17/06/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    He’s only one of the biggest comics in the whole of the US! You know him from Parks and Rec, his own brilliant Netflix show Master of None and most recently from his incredible turn on SNL as Kash Patel. 

    He’s here in the studio with his Five Brilliant Things which show a real meticulous, thoughtful side to him: whether it’s Martinis, Espressos or the feeling of real pen on paper, Aziz is here for the tactile experiences. It’s a funny and warm show that you will definitely enjoy.

    🎟️  We talked about it in the pod - Aziz is coming to the Royal Albert Hall! He’s bringing his latest show Hypothetical for one very special night. It’s on Saturday 11th July and you can get your tickets by going to https://www.azizansari.com and following the links 🎟️

    Pleasure to have you here! Until next time amigo x

    Producer: Dan Atkinson

    Line Producer: Daisy Knight

    Exec Producer: James Taylor

    Composer: Fat Lady Music

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  • Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

    Sindhu Vee

    10/06/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    Comedian and Actor Sindhu Vee is in the studio and she’s brought stories galore! Her Five Things serve as catalysts to some of the funniest and most excellent stories we’ve had on the show in some time. 

    From ‘the ability to cry on demand’ to Free Bibles and Fake Hotdogs, this is a tremendous show. Hope you enjoy listening as much as we enjoyed making it. 

    You should go to see Sindhu live, and you can! Sindhu is out on tour with her smash hit show ’SWANKY’. 

    🎟️  There are a handful of European dates in the coming few days, then from September Sindhu is taking the show to theatres up and down the UK, with dates all the way through to April 2027. Many dates have already sold out so if you’re planning to buy then get on it! Check out https://sindhuvee.com/live/ for dates and tickets.  🎟️

    Thanks for your presence here, you are always welcome. Even down here at the bottom of the blurb. There’s only the credits to go now. You’re like the last person in the cinema. There’s an usher waiting to clear up the popcorn. Better go now. 

    Producer: Dan Atkinson

    Line Producer: Daisy Knight

    Exec Producer: James Taylor

    Composer: Fat Lady Music

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  • Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

    Serge Pizzorno

    03/06/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    Serge from Kasabian and Russell sit down and discuss the creative process, what it means to be an artist in the digital age, how to age gracefully and how to make the perfect egg. There’s something utterly engaging about listening to artists from the top of different fields discussing the similarities and differences between the ways they work and this show is no exception. Get involved, get inspired and maybe discover some songwriting and comedy writing secrets. 

    And as we said in the show, Kasabian are playing a massive gig this summer at Finsbury Park in London. It’s on July 4th, it’s going to be a packed line-up and it’s going to be unmissable. Tickets from Ticketmaster through this link.

    And Kasabian’s new Album ‘Act III’ is coming out on July 17th - you can pre-order copies of that at https://www.kasabian.co.uk 

    🎟️ And please do go to see Russell while he’s on tour with his latest show that’s busting out some rave reviews: Don’t miss this fantastic show of all brand-new material. Find out more at https://www.russell-howard.co.uk 🎟️

    Lovely! That’s it! Tidy job. Thanks. Bye! 

    Producer: Dan Atkinson

    Line Producer: Daisy Knight

    Exec Producer: James Taylor

    Composer: Fat Lady Music

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  • Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

    May's Moments of the Month

    01/06/2026 | 52 mins.
    Hey there!

    It's all the best bits from our May shows, all tied up with a fancy bow for your enjoyment!

    You will find in this pick n mix episode:

    Satirist and comedian Cody Dahler doing an impeccable Ed Miliband impression.

    Comedian Jess Fostekew taking us through the glorious triumph that is BEANS.

    Comedian Josh Pugh standing for the Italian National Anthem despite having no Italian heritage or affiliation.

    And finally some unmissable stories from comedian Rhys James.

    It's all in here, if you like one go back and enjoy the whole thing. We're back next Wednesday with another new guest but until then... Bye!

    Producer: Dan Atkinson

    Line Producer: Daisy Knight

    Exec Producer: James Taylor

    Composer: Fat Lady Music

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  • Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things

    Rhys James

    27/05/2026 | 58 mins.
    Do you want to show Rhys James a good time? All you need to do is take him to a hotel gym with Harry Styles, under the influence of general anaesthetic. At least…that’s what we have taken away from this fantastically breezy, genial show with the Mock the Week star (well…two of them really). Rhys’s Five Things include being rendered senseless, having that first pint after a sporting endeavour and the enigmatic Harry Styles. 

    As you can tell from the show you just listened to (or are about to consume?) Rhys is an expert comedian, and he’s got a new show on the road from September this year. It’s called ‘Chop Logic’ and you can find out all the dates and buy those tickets by going to https://rhysjames.co.uk.

    The show will also be at the Pleasance Courtyard in Edinburgh for 14 nights if you happen to be there. 

    🎟️ And please do go to see Russell while he’s on tour with his latest show that’s busting out some rave reviews: Don’t miss this fantastic show of all brand-new material. Find out more at https://www.russell-howard.co.uk 🎟️

    Thank you for stopping by for your annual blurb check-up. Your results are through and we’re pleased to tell you that you’ve come through another year in perfect health. Your stamina, your curiosity and your thirst for banality are unmatched by anyone else who’s had their blurb check this year. Congratulations and here’s to another year of the same. 

    Producer: Dan Atkinson

    Line Producer: Daisy Knight

    Exec Producer: James Taylor

    Composer: Fat Lady Music
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About Russell Howard’s Five Brilliant Things
Each week Russell sits down with fantastic guests to chat about their Brilliant Things; the items, places and people that make life worth living.
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