Edinburgh based comedian Robin Grainger (@robin_grainger) chats to his funniest and most interesting friends, and digs deep into the topics they find most fascinating. From Connect Four, meal deals and French political cartoons to weird check-out combinations and The Simpsons, nothing is off limits as long as it's fascinating.
New episodes every Thursday.
Episode 14: Sports Logos, The Roman Empire and Sharks with Cobin Millage
It’s the most "Specialist Subject" Specialist Subject episode of all time!
Comedian Cobin Millage (@cobinmillage) spends way more than his allotted weekly allowance thinking about the Holy Roman Empire, considers where he’d be if two guys hadn’t had an argument thousands of years ago, and then freaks Robin out with a bunch of sharks. He also turns into a cow for a bit. When? We don't want to ruin the surprise. You're going to want to watch the video feed for this one!
Host: Robin Grainger (@robin_grainger)
Recorded at Monkey Barrel Studios
22 Oct 2026
Episode 13: The Fitness Industry and Door Security with Andy Hamilton
Andy Hamilton (@andy_wolfpack) takes Robin along his journey through playing professional football and working door security that lead him to his current role as a personal trainer. Along the way, they discuss motivation, being open with your emotions, and the absolute hardest man Andy has ever met.
Host: Robin Grainger
Recorded at Monkey Barrel Studios
Andy's links:
https://www.wolfpackperformance.co.uk/
https://www.instagram.com/andy_hamilton_comedy/
15 Oct 2026
Episode 12: Favourite Topics Lucky Dip with Larry Dean
Pink Floyd album covers, Jim Carrey films, funerals, preemi babies and everything in between. From birth to death, they cover it all, and only occasionally get sidetracked by talking about the dog from The Mask.
Host: Robin Grainger (@robin_grainger)
Recorded at Monkey Barrel Studios
8 Oct 2026
Episode 11: Fishing, Cobbling and Street Performers with Joshua Khoury
Robin chats with comedian Joshua Khoury (@jushua_khoury)fresh off his So You Think You’re Funny win at the Edinburgh Fringe. They talk fishing, cobbling and million dollar shoe ideas, before deciding which street performers can stay and which are better off in the gutter.
Host: Robin Grainger (@robin_grainger)
Recorded at Monkey Barrel Sudios
1 Oct 2026
Episode 10: Golf & Family Recipes with Lizzy Hoo
Recorded as the Edinburgh Fringe winds down, comedian Lizzy Hoo (@lizzyhoo, Hoo Cares, The Lizzy Hoo Show) introduces Robin to the luxurious world of exclusive golf clubs, where your every whim is catered for (as long as that whim is a guy ringing a bell).
She also talks tennis, behind the scenesping pong scandals and the frustration of trying to make vague family recipes.
Host: Robin Grainger (@robin_grainger)Recorded at Monkey Barrel Studios
24 Sept 2026
Episode 9: Comedy and References with David Correos
Robin and David Correos (@davidpostoffice, Taskmaster NZ) go deep on comedy, how to mine laughs out of tragedy without bumming everyone out and how to collect references to make a sick shirt design. Also: which Pringle flavour is the best to frisbee at an audience member.
Recording: Monkey Barrel Studios
17 Sept 2026
Episode 8: Jeopardy And Glee with Ray O’Leary
Comedian Ray O’Leary (@rayolearycomedy (https://www.instagram.com/rayolearycomedy/?hl=en)) takes a break from the Edinburgh Fringe to tell Robin about the comfort watches that help him recover from festival madness.
Host: Robin Grainger
Recording: Monkey Barrel Studios
10 Sept 2026
Episode 7: Agatha Christie and Poirot with Kimberley Nixon
Robin takes some time out of the Fringe to chat with actress Kimberley Nixon (@realkimberleynixon, Cherrybomb, Fresh Meat) about all things Agatha Christie. Can they solve the mystery of what made her cry in hair and makeup? Who left a message to her in their autobiography? And did Robin murder the heckler in his show? All shall be revealed in this week's episode.
3 Sept 2026
Episode 6: Films & The Simpsons with Chris Thorburn
Robin learns all about the movies from Noted Cinema Enjoyer Chris Thurburn (@cbthorburn). They reminisce about the good old days, when the internet was just six websites, and one of them was for Space Jam, then Chris tells the story of how his teachers grew concerned for him because of his powerful Simpsons trivia skills.
27 Aug 2026
Episode 5: Optimisation, Apps & Portsoy with Chris Rutter
Robin learns about the art of optimisation from comedian Chris Rutter (@_chrisrutter_) before they get in a trivia-off about all things Portsoy. There's also a brief dip into ASMR, so, you're welcome/we're sorry.
20 Aug 2026
Episode 4: 80s Horror Movies and Not Having Interests with Phil Ellis
Robin and Phil Ellis (Taskmaster, Drunk History) explore the weirdness of being a fan of horror icons as a kid without having seen the films. Then they try to figure out how to balance having interests with being touring comedians.
13 Aug 2026
Episode 3: Jessica Alba, Hugh Jackman and Dave Bautista with Gareth Mutch
Robin sits down with comedian Gareth Mutch (@garethmutch) to discuss the cinematic catelogues of Jessica Alba, Hugh Jackman and Dave Bautista. Gareth also displays his uncanny ability to recite wrestling promos.
6 Aug 2026
Episode 2: Space, Aviation and Taylor Swift with Hannah Campbell
Robin sits down with Hannah Campbell (@itshannahcampbell) to talk things that go up in the air and (sometimes) come down.
30 Jul 2026
Episode 1: Cooking, Meal Deals and Connect Four with Michael Welch
Robin Grainger talks to comedian Michael Welch (@mycoolwelch) about his specialist subjects: cooking, meal deals and connect four.
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