Episodi

  • EP 53 - Jubilee or not jubilee?

    EP 53 - Jubilee or not jubilee?
    May 26 2022
    With Queen Elizabeth’s platinum jubilee on the horizon, the panel discuss whether such a celebration is still justified and what the event (and the Monarchy in general) mean to Britain.
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    43 min
  • EP 52 - is life for our children more stressful than our childhood?

    EP 52 - is life for our children more stressful than our childhood?
    May 26 2022
    In this episode, the panel talk about today’s educational systems, social interaction and employment and ask: are these aspects of life more stressful for our children than it was for us?
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    53 min
  • EP 50 - Fifty Shades of Podcast

    EP 50 - Fifty Shades of Podcast
    Apr 28 2022
    It’s fun, it’s factual(ish) and - more importantly - it’s 50! Join the panel of Rod Maxwell, Paul Davies, Ash Sharma and Phil Harrison as they celebrate the 50th episode of this popular podcast. This week, the guys reflect on the past episodes - from its inception to this present offering - throw in some trivia and generally proffer their opinions on a variety of worldly subjects. Thanks to all those who have listened and stayed with us for the first 50 episodes. We really appreciate your support. Here’s to the next fifty!
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    55 min
  • EP 49 - A new morality?

    EP 49 - A new morality?
    Apr 13 2022
    This week, the panel ask the questions: Is the morality bar in the U.K. becoming lower? Are the standards of common decency, respect and fear for the law becoming lesser, as citizens witness their own Government leaders,break the law? Unscripted, honest and exceptionally passionate, listen to the thoughts and feelings of Rod Maxwell, Ash Sharma and Paul Davies and see if you agree with the content. We would love to hear your comments on this episode. So please, whether you agree or disagree, get in touch and let us know.
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    52 min
  • EP 48 - Ashes to Ashes

    EP 48 - Ashes to Ashes
    Apr 5 2022
    Whether we wish to think about it or not, death is an inevitable part of life. But, do we ever consider - would we ever consider - planning our own funerals? Is the mere thought of funerals such a macabre experience that we avoid it like the plague, or are our attitudes changing in this modern age? In this weeks episode, the usual panel discuss this subject of funerals and give their thoughts on this otherwise sensitive subject. The panel are joined this week by special guest Hannah Vaughan - owner of Signature Funerals in Ramsbottom and Haslingdon - who shares her expert knowledge, thoughts and experiences on the matter.
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    50 min
  • EP 47 - The Culture of Comedy

    EP 47 - The Culture of Comedy
    Apr 2 2022
    We all like a good laugh - or at least most of us do - but what is it that can be classed as “comedy” today? Can the comedy of the past be classed as offensive, despite us laughing at it way back when? Has the structure of comedy changed? Does comedy go too far? Are the jokes of today more cutting and offensive than the jokes that started “There was an Irishman, English man and Scottish man…” These questions … and many more … are discussed by the usual panel of suspects; each one comedic in their own right.
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    40 min
  • EP 46 - Manhood. What does it mean?

    EP 46 - Manhood. What does it mean?
    Mar 29 2022
    What is “manhood” all about? Is it that status of yesteryear when the “man” was the tough breadwinner who never shed a tear? Or does it mean something completely different in today’s society? Is there still a belief that men need to prove their manhood or have we evolved to a point where nobody really cares? The usual panel are gathered to discuss.
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    57 min
  • EP 45 - More on Ukraine

    EP 45 - More on Ukraine
    Mar 9 2022
    With the bitter conflict continuing in Ukraine, the panel discuss the current situation and ask: when/how will it all end? What will be the outcome for Ukraine and Russia and what does the future hold for these countries on the world stage? Join Rod Maxwell, Paul Davies and Ash Sharma in this weeks episode of Life After Work.
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    45 min