The Vibe Guide

The unofficial episode guide for vibe tasters of the Elis James and John Robins Podcast

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Episode 101

Funeral Playlists, Pointless Social Media & Stupid Bets

Show broadcast on 23 January 2016

John was hungover this week after compiling his "Funeral Playlist" last night after whiskey, and Elis was reeling after making an unfortunate bet with his neighbour. Luckily, things perked up with the receipt of another Hot Sauce and, in John's case, a new kitchen implement. Plus Textual Healing, Winner Plays On, Humble Brag Of The Week, Elis' Gig Diaries, and Email Of The Species.

John's introduction of Elis

"To my left is the only man to have bedded both Cerys Matthews and Ieuan Evans. "

Conversations and riffs

John had a late night last night, first playing with his new kitchen knife, then watching Bowie and Queen tributes, then making his funeral playlist.

Elis was surprised by a PCD at the train station while singing one of his "private songs": "I'm just a sexy guy trying to live his life."

To Elis' chagrin, John doesn't own a single track by Oasis or Blur.

Elis once ate 16 French Fancies in front of an episode of 'How Do They Do That?'

Text-in topic

Listeners text and tweet during the show on this week's topic.

Elis owes an 11-year-old £2000 after convincing her to wear traditional Welsh costume to school. John's friend threw a cat into a Russian genius' bedroom.

What's the strangest bet you have either won or lost?

Textual Healing

A listener calls the show with a problem.

Jamie has a disproportionately big bum and (unrelated) wants to become friends with TV's Amanda Holden.

Elis' Gig Diaries

Elis reads aloud from diaries he kept during his early stand-up days.

October 2007. Stop shuffling on stage - be larger than life! Write some location-appropriate jokes!

November 2008 - John Robins is a bad influence.

Humblebrag

More examples of that scourge of social media, the humblebrag.

That embarrassing photo of you with a cool rock musician that you'll post on social media anyway.

Winner Plays On

Elis and John face off in the weekly quiz on topics of their choice.

Godspeed You! Black Emperor (John) v Oasis the band (Elis). Elis wins 4-1.

The 'Keep It Session' Sessions

A special section at the end of the podcast for music recommendations.

Gang of Four (Elis)

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