Jumbo Ep:543 - 05.05.23 - Sammy Vs Brett

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Sammy Brooks refuses to be on the show with Brett, calling it 'aggressive' and sparking a feud.

The episode opens with Tony James welcoming listeners to Jumbo episode 543 on a Friday. He introduces co-host Brett and mentions a recurring segment about unanswered questions, starting with a debate on mind reading versus flying. Tony reveals that last week's discussion on milk in coffee order sparked a conflict with guest Sammy Brooks, who aggressively stated he never wants to be on a show with Brett. Brett expresses emotional distress over this, calling Sammy a hero, while Tony mediates humorously. The conversation shifts to the upcoming coronation of King Charles, with Brett and Tony noting lack of public interest and joking about royal garden parties. Brett advises Charles to invite commoners to improve his image, referencing friends who attended. They briefly touch on Prince Andrew's controversies. Tony mentions adopting three cats, including a 20-year-old named Shadow, leading to banter about cat flaps and safety. The hosts discuss Brett's morning activities moving turf and gardening gloves. They talk about Brett's old-time radio show featuring Hancock's Half Hour and The Saint, with Tony joking about advertising on it. Tony and Brett reminisce about radio training, critiquing Steve Wright's advice on word economy and clichés. They discuss BBC radio quotas and presenters like Gary Davies and Lisa Tarbuck. The hosts briefly mention a new COVID strain causing conjunctivitis, based on personal experiences. As the show wraps up, Tony notes they've covered little, joking about condensing the show if Brett's dislikes were removed. He thanks Patreons with a rapid list, including Sammy Brooks, and signs off with well-wishes for the coronation weekend.

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A Friday superpower debate wanders into cats, glasses, and everyday household business.

Jumbo builds this Friday episode around a deceptively simple room-splitter: would it be better to fly or to read minds? Tony James brings Brett into the argument, and the chat soon opens out into Star Wars Day, Sabrina the Teenage Witch, and the more immediate problem of a cat…

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Want a Friday laugh where flying versus mind-reading meets Shadow on a window ledge and a freshly fitted cat flap?

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