Danny Wallace's Important Broadcast
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The Important Broadcast Module 457: Earthlings
The Important Broadcast Module 457: Earthlings
About this podcast
The Great Leader and his I.B.S (Important Broadcast Squad) assemble every Sunday morning from 11am - 1pm! Whether you're filling out your listener pad with this weeks dinners in "Dinner Winner", or catching up on the celebrity chef news in "The Knowbiz"; you'll need to pair with your listening partner, assume the listening position and prepare to enjoy in reverent silence. Only then will you embark on the path towards coveted Senior Listenership! You can listen to Radio X across the UK on DAB, 104.9 in London, 97.7 in Manchester on your mobile via Global Player. You can send your listener comments to [email protected]
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- The Important Broadcast Module 457: Earthlings · 58 minAs you know, it's MOT season. The results of Danny's MOT are in, and they are not to be missed. Plus, Steve's burglar alarm went off this week in what some are describing as an…
- The Important Broadcast Module 456: We Both Said "Dover Castle" · 1 h 15 minIt's a spooky time of year, if you subscribe to that sort of thing. For one listener on a date yesterday, it all got far too real though and ultimately, they will need to flee…
- The Important Broadcast Module 455: Get Off My Duck! · 1 h 12 minThis podcast is for aural use only. Please do not attempt to apply this podcast directly to skin. Not for internal use. The Great Leader is here to insert many thoughts directly…
- The Important Broadcast Module 454: Egg Rollercoaster · 1 h 3 minA few people have been concerned by a lack of consumer advice recently. The Great Leader hears you and he gives you what you want. Plus, Steve's jammies, fish hats and old shoes…
- The Important Broadcast Module 453: This Particular Heron · 1 h 17 minIt's only fair to acknowledge that when The Great Leader delves into the paranormal, there is occasionally an ulterior motive. We all, including The Great Leader Himself, enjoy…
- The Important Broadcast Module 452: Is He An Expansionist? · 1 h 28 minIt's D-DAY, which is not to say it's Dan day, because that's every day... THIS D-Day is dedication day, because for reasons unknown, many, many listeners made time-specific…
- The Important Broadcast Module 451: Deez Nuts · 1 h 26 minThe Great Leader opened the doors for listeners to contribute today and luckily they didn't let themselves down. Lovely. After all that, there was still plenty more to talk…
- The Important Broadcast Module 450: Don't Say "Next" · 1 h 33 minSometimes, the IBS emerge from your device strong, warmed up and at the top of their game. However, don't you think it would be unfair of you to expect that EVERY time? Surely…
- The Important Broadcast Module 449: This Is How We Do It In Canada · 59 minSteve has a lot to unload this week. Luckily, The Great Leader bears the weight of a thousand men, so it is no challenge. Firstly, there are Steve's international piano lessons…
- The Important Broadcast Module 448: 4 Minute Ovation · 1 h 8 minWhen The Great Leader asks "who else is doing this on the radio?" it means he's about to do something that, quite literally, nobody else would dare to do on the radio. Such is…
- The Important Broadcast Module 447: Retail Park Roulette · 1 h 19 minThe Great Leader has given it a huge amount of thought and has decided that 'Retail Roulette' (an idea that the IBS half-heartedly tried out last week) could, in theory…
- The Important Broadcast Module 446: Steve Is In Decline · 1 h 16 minMost British people have spent all summer talking about the weather and The Great Leader reflects that beautifully, in todays programme. Then Steve continues to talk about the…
- The Important Broadcast Module 445: Please Stand Closer To The Edge · 1 h 25 minThe Great Leader is unpredictable. He will lead you hither, thither, up hill, down dale but never up a blind alley. He will ALWAYS surprise you. This week, Steve returned from…
- The Important Broadcast Module 444: Burgers, Burgers · 1 h 18 minFor some reason, Michelle Michelle Michelle has demanded that Steve go away on something she insists on calling a "honeymoon." For that reason, Steve is absent this week, but the…
- The Important Broadcast Module 443: Why Do Time Travellers Not Take Travel Essentials? · 55 minThe Great Leader is so powerful. He has such influence. That aside, however, he is an odd man. He was an odd boy too and this is only proven further today. Meanwhile, Steve…
- The Important Broadcast Module 442: Mrs Steve Ferdinando · 54 minAs the final moments before his wedding tick by, Steve considers ways to save a bit of money. Meanwhile, it's rare that The Great Leader's subordinates will question, or mock…
- The Important Broadcast Module 441: Prime Minister Eve · 1 h 8 minIt's Prime Minister Eve! Who's excited?! However you're spending it, just try to get an early night and don't overdo it. This week, Steve kept his birthday a secret, to see if…
- The Important Broadcast Module 440: Long Jumps On A Yoga Mat · 1 h 13 minThe energy was all over the place today. At times it was frivolous and others, entirely absent. The Great Leader maintained control throughout, but there was no doubt about the…
- The Important Broadcast Module 439: Blimp · 1 h 16 minThere was huge excitement inside and specifically above the studio today. HUGE excitement. The Great Leader contained it with ease, though, as you'd expect. As The IBS grow…
- The Important Broadcast Module 438: Somewhat Too Hot · 1 h 17 minIf you're reading this and you're trying to gain some insight into this episode, think... Would The Great Leader want you going in, armed with prior knowledge? Well... It might…
- The Important Broadcast Module 437: The Toothbrush THINKS It's Still Brushing · 1 h 5 minYou can say what you like, but there are no flies on Steve. He gets it. But does he get it in the same way that The Great Leader gets it? No. No, he doesn't. The Great Leader…
- The Important Broadcast Module 436: Scaly Reptilian Creatures · 1 h 6 minScottish football fans were thrilled as they woke up this morning, but it fell to Danny Wallace, The Great Leader to deliver some very unfortunate news. On a lighter note, there…
- The Important Broadcast Module 435: A Presenter · 1 h 32 minThe Important Broadcast bid farewell to it's radio neighbours today, with Ed Gamble & Matthew Crosby departing Radio X. Go well, chaps. Once that was taken care of, it was back…
- The Important Broadcast Module 434: Not Heart Surgeons... Not Plumbers... · 1 h 24 minSteve's wedding continues to hove into view and he's been on a stag do, so what happened? The Great Leader wasn't invited, that's for sure. No matter, because he was far too busy…
- The Important Broadcast Module 433: A Poncho Wedding · 1 h 1 minYou might think it unusual for The Great Leader, to call the shots at Steve's wedding, but he's darn well going to. Steve has moved forwards with some plans, but he'll have to…
- The Important Broadcast Module 432: A 22 Minute Standing Ovation · 1 h 7 minThis Broadcast takes many twists and many turns. Monster Trucks, Cannes Film Festival, Christian values. All sorts. The Great Leader wishes only to broaden your minds. Let him…
- The Important Broadcast Module 431: It Goes Shhhhh · 1 h 14 minThe Great Leader travels many hours to impart his words to you. Just stop. Give him your attention. LISTEN. This week, he attempted humour in his local WhatsApp group and it may…
- The Important Broadcast Module 430: Wow · 1 h 23 minThe Great Leader doesn't have 'good' or 'bad' shows. The Great Leader just has shows... Magnificent, era-defining, colossal shows. However, The Great Leader IS working with…
- The Important Broadcast Module 429: I Was There First · 55 minLondon's streets filled with running dorks today and that is something The Great Leader finds very troubling. Steve on the other hand, is full of joy and peace, because it turns…
- The Important Broadcast Module 428: Sounding Great · 1 h 30 minIt's a shame to have to write it, but Dinner Winner was once more dragged into the realms of controversy. You'll already know who is responsible. The Great Leader had a 'busy…
- The Important Broadcast Module 427: Is Hair A Lady? · 1 h 10 minThe Important Broadcast does not comment on any legal entanglements it may or not be involved in, at any time. No comment. This week, The Great Leader's specially appointed…
- The Important Broadcast Module 426: Mug Trafficking · 1 h 0 minSteve has had many theories over the years, but this week he reckons his car is out to get him. Give it a chance. Plus, The Great Leader demands a game involving old sounds (see…
- The Important Broadcast Module 425: Just Because · 1 h 21 minThe Great Leader is patient, but only to a point. If the cat (Chores) and the dog (Hassle) push him too far... That patience will run out. This week, Steve seizes upon an…
- The Important Broadcast Module 424: Stolen Valour · 1 h 29 minA veritable feast of great variety this week. One moment The Great Leader enchants you with tales of household chores in uniform and the next, Steve's runs out of puff at the car…
- The Important Broadcast Module 423: A Mouth Roomba · 1 h 20 minThe Great Leader has SERIOUS business to discuss this week. Please, put down what you're doing, assume the position and CONSIDER. Aside from this, Steve has been to Andorra and…
- The Important Broadcast Module 422: Riddle Me Pink · 60 minThe show begins, for reasons that nobody understands, with Steve talking about how attractive he feels. Why not, eh? The Great Leader soon puts things back on track though, with…
- The Important Broadcast Module 421: Steve's Brits Hit · 1 h 7 minThe Important Broadcast always has eyes and ears in exactly the right places, which is why Steve was dispatched to Manchester to attend the Brit Awards last night. Just WAIT…
- The Important Broadcast Module 420: The Lost Sounds · 58 minWhen you really think about it, there are lots of sounds you used to hear 30 years ago, which have fallen silent in the intervening years. When's the last time you heard a…
- The Important Broadcast Module 419: This Is Fraud · 1 h 3 minSteve let something slip this week... Something that might get him into an awful lot of trouble. Plus, some heartfelt valentines messaging, a thrilling game of Dinner Winner and…
- The Important Broadcast Module 418: The History of The Photo Booth · 1 h 11 minThe Great Leader prepares, curates and meditates upon his lessons for hundreds of hours, before he delivers them to thine ears. At the other end of the spectrum, Steve simply…
- The Important Broadcast Module 417: The Perfect Mission for Steve · 1 h 17 minWhat with all his film reviews every January, was there one particular film you think Steve may have seen this week? Well, did he? The Great Leader gave him ample opportunity…
- The Important Broadcast Module 416: There's No Fenugreek · 1 h 18 minThe Great Leader is a great provider. When it comes to his family, he only gives... This week he prepared yet another nutritious meal for them and he's here to tell you all about…
- The Important Broadcast Module 415: Marriage Is About Secret Grudges · 1 h 23 minThanks to his many, many loyal followers, The Great Leader did not forget his wedding anniversary this year. This was a real one in the eye for his wife. What a victory for Him…
- The Important Broadcast Module 414: Forfar, The County Town of Angus · 1 h 17 minA shop owner was lucky enough to welcome The Great Leader into their emporium this week. The Great Leader did not disappoint them and made a grand purchase. Meanwhile, Steve…
- The Important Broadcast Module 413: Unwritten Rules · 1 h 23 minIt would be pointless to suggest that The Great Leader was 'starting 2026 as he means to go on.' Everything He does happens precisely when and because He means it to. That said…
- The Important Broadcast Module 412: The IBSA's · 51 minIt's a funny time of year isn't it?! Hahahahaha, ok, see you later! In the valley 'twixt Christmas and New Year, The IBS assemble to bring you your usual dose. Take it nicely…
- The Important Broadcast Module 411: And To You · 1 h 9 minThere's no point in beating around the bush. The final Sunday before Christmas means only one thing... It's the Dinner Winner Grand Final. Who will end the year as reigning…
- The Important Broadcast Module 410: Hot Cheese Twist · 1 h 10 minThe Great Leader knows that Christmas is approaching and whilst he will observe that fact, he doesn't want it to distract you. Do not let it distract you. This week, Steve has…
- The Important Broadcast Module 409: Biological Age · 1 h 7 minSteve's body has endured many things over 35 years, but this week, it underwent a comprehensive test, which was carried out (for reasons which aren't completely clear) to…
- The Important Broadcast Module 408: A Scandinavian Vibe · 1 h 0 minDespite the serious and sober nature of The Important Broadcast, there was an almost playful mood this week and many games took place as a result... "What's Your Deal", "Got…
