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Episode 18 - Kate Cheka & Joseph Parsons

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49 minutes | Tuesday, 13 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Kate Cheka to discuss whether Maidenhead is really in Manchester and how many men would need to die (of old age) to stop fascism. Joseph Parsons drops by to discuss whether a fist bump is more appropriate than a handshake and what sport we should all be following this summer.
49 minutes | Tuesday, 6 May 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Matt Richardson to discuss Coventry being his most hated town, how gay is the conclave and what is Gok Wan really like? They attempt to fill our surprise guest spot with a random gumtree advert. Also in this episode - Michelle Saughnessy joins Andrew to speak about dating in the UK and performing gigs to one person.
49 minutes | Tuesday, 29 April 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by Esther Manito to discuss are Canadians actually nice people or is it just all an act. The UKs biggest 'villain' of 2024 Cycling Mikey joins the show to talk about giving over 1000 people driving penalties and whether he really is as hated. Esther Manito drops by to debate which is the worst tube line in London.
49 minutes | Tuesday, 22 April 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Jake Baker as they have a proper moan about their mutual loathing of E-scooter riders—plus, Jake cheekily reveals his method for nicking from a shop. Viral sensation Russell Horning, better known as the Backpack Kid, speaks to Andrew about sudden fame and how life’s been since becoming an internet star. Later on, Joey Page swings by the studio to chat through some wonderfully daft news stories and debate whether it’s ever acceptable to tuck into your shopping before you've paid at the till.
49 minutes | Tuesday, 15 April 2025
This week Andrew is joined by Charlie Bower to discuss this hatred of Martin Lewis and his love for roundabout. Alex Mason speaks about her admiration for Martin Lewis and how she has taken inspiration by his mission to find the best mini egg in the land. She hopes to find the best bag of Fruit Pastels. 
55 minutes | Tuesday, 8 April 2025
This week Andrew White is joined by 'Children's Entertainer' Bruce Devlin to discuss the size of car parking spaces. They are joined by viral singer Samwell to speak about his hit song 'What What (In The Butt)'. We delve deeper into the Facebook communities and keep up to date with the latest troubles that are bothering the nation. 
52 minutes | Tuesday, 1 April 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Leah Davis to explore the decline of Pizza Huts across the UK. Bob's Burgers star Eugene Mirman chats with Andrew about his new show at Soho Theatre and puts his UK news knowledge to the test. Plus, Abigoliah Schaumaun drops by the studio to weigh in on the ongoing debate surrounding the fall of England’s high streets.
49 minutes | Wednesday, 26 March 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Kate Martin to talk about the unfair treatment of lesbians in the rise of Birkenstock popularity. Later, Basil Brush joins the duo to reflect on his growing fame as he ages—BOOM BOOM! And Basil Brush super-fan Ted Milligan drops by to chat about the challenges of owning a wind chime in Eastbourne. Plus, Andrew opens up about his unexpected status as a football poet legend for Bournemouth FC
49 minutes | Wednesday, 19 March 2025
This week, Andrew White is joined by Jessie Nixon to discuss goat genitals and the curious 'tea time alarm.' Our surprise guest, Captain Beany, shares why he believes the political world could use more beans. Dulcé Sloan and Jay Whittaker join us in the studio to share their thoughts on the British breakfast and dive into some of the UK's most entertaining Facebook community groups.
49 minutes | Wednesday, 12 March 2025
This week on the podcast, Andrew White is joined by the one and only Toussaint Douglas as they dive deep into one of nature's fiercest rivalries: city pigeons vs. seaside seagulls. Who’s got the better hustle? Who’s the real villain of the skies? Plus, Andrew sits down with TV legend Dani Harmer to talk all things Tracey Beaker—and, of course, what her kids think about her infamous role. And, the hilarious Tiff Stevenson pops into the studio to chat about her breakout movie Slotherhouse—yes, it’s about a killer sloth!
49 minutes | Wednesday, 5 March 2025
This week on the podcast, Andrew is joined by comedian Alistair Barrie to dive into the mistreatment of comedians in comedy clubs across the country. Plus, a mystery guest has a phone blunder—will they manage to pick up the call? Steen Raskopoulos stops by the studio to chat about Australian news, what exactly a "water bubbler" is, and whether it's a good idea to hand out seeds in party bags for kids.
49 minutes | Wednesday, 26 February 2025
This week, Andrew is joined by Abigoliah Schamaun to tackle the great UK meal deal wars. Come Dine With Me viral sensation Kev Riley, aka the Whisk Guy, drops in to chat about his legendary whisk moment on the show. Nick Helm swings by to reminisce about his time at FUBAR Radio, share the hilarious story of the worst thing he’s ever dropped on his foot, and discuss who was the biggest bitch at school.
49 minutes | Wednesday, 19 February 2025
This week, Andrew is joined by Alex Moneypenny to tackle the billionaire crisis and, hopefully, save Pulse of The Nation with a telethon fundraiser. Will we ever make another show? Danny Andrews makes a surprise appearance to talk about his favorite foods, help solve Andrew's hair dilemma, and show off his tattoos. FUBAR royalty Mark Simmons also joins Andrew to share his love for Travelodge towels and reminisce about some of their best memories from his time at FUBAR.
49 minutes | Wednesday, 12 February 2025
This week on Pulse Of The Nation, Andrew White is joined by Sunjai Arif, who might just have broken the world record for the most hummus eaten while belting out "Happy Birthday." Plus, a surprise guest pops in to chat all things chocolate! Erika Ehler also swings by to explain why Quebec is basically Canada’s Essex, and we dive into the tragic decline of garden centres. It's all this and more, so grab your hummus and chocolate, and let's get weird!
49 minutes | Wednesday, 5 February 2025
This week comedian Andrew White teams up with the riotously funny Sharon Wanjohi to dive into the bizarre story of a virgin birth that took place in a shark tank in America—could this be a case of lesbian domination? Things get even wilder when a surprise guest joins the crew, the meme king who went viral in the LGBT community... but not in the way you'd expect. Later, they're joined by Finlay Christie, who's got some juicy dirt on Sharon's past hookups, and the gang tackles the age-old question: Is it okay to date someone your friends can’t stand?
49 minutes | Wednesday, 29 January 2025
In this episode, host Andrew White is joined by his brilliant co-host Charlie Dinkin, a London-based comedian, writer, director, and producer. The duo dives into their mutual dislike for the Daily Mail and discuss the unspoken rules around swiping squeezy mayonnaise. They’re later joined by a mystery guest who’s made an appearance at the Golden Globes. Jenny Tian also chats with Andrew about her mother’s dictatorship in the household and shares her thoughts on the surprisingly kind-hearted nature of people in the UK... well, most of the time.
54 minutes | Thursday, 23 January 2025
This week, is joined by his co-host and co-conspirator Pravanya Pillay as they dive into the glitzy world of the Village People—are they really the ultimate LGBTQ+ anthem creators, or just a disco fever dream? Then, they take a hilarious detour into the strange and sometimes scandalous Facebook community world of bridal lingerie. Ria Lina swings by to stir up trouble, pondering which TV game show trophy would make the perfect murder weapon and debating the age-old question: do parents really have a favorite child (and how do you get on that list)? 
55 minutes | Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Andrew is joined by Ventriloquist Max Fulham as his guest co-host. They discuss celebs that have been in pantos, and they talk to mystery guest Jackie Weaver. They also dive into the local Facebook community groups and the scandals that have the nation talking. Huge Davies is in studio to talk about the Somerset gimp and to settle the big milk debate of the year. Pulse Of The Nation is live on FUBAR Radio on Wednesdays 2pm-3pm.
Episode 18 - Kate Cheka & Joseph Parsons
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