Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast

It’s 2014 and this time in Newcastle! Frank is thinking about taking up gardening. There’s chat about Homebase trips, the loss of the pen knife and guilty pleasures.

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It’s Frank’s last Edinburgh recording for 2026. He’s joined by Katie Norris and John Kearns. John can’t eat Lamb Bhuna, Frank’s in the HMV Bargain Basket, and Katie’s got some sexy gossip.

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Frank is joined in Edinburgh by Katie Norris and John Kearns. The WhatsApp jingle decides to give up in this episode, Katie’s into tarot cards, Frank’s loving his freedom pass, and John realises he may have offended Sue Perkins.

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This week (in 2014), Frank sees rats in the zoo and meets a man with a TARDIS. The gang also chat Russell Crowe and interesting grooming habits.

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Comedians Rhys James and Cecily Hitchcock join Frank in Edinburgh. Rhys has a terrible massage experience, Cecily’s not happy about being called a “TikTok-infected Clapham girlie”, and Frank likes jazz!?

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Frank is joined in Edinburgh by comedians Rhys James and Cecily Hitchcock. It’s the Year of the Colander! Frank remembers the time he was on the same bill as a horse, much to Rhys’ amusement, and Cecily’s living a double life.

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This week, we’ve got one of the pre-recorded radio episodes. Frank tells us about  his unused trainers and his doctor’s appointment (well, the waiting room). Alun tells us about his gig, and they discuss royal fashion trends.

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Frank is joined in Edinburgh by comedians Finlay Christie and Sara Barron. Sara’s husband has been interviewing Frank, Frank discusses his “icks”, and Finlay is dramatically eating grapes.

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Frank is in Edinburgh and is joined by comedians Finlay Christie and Sara Barron. Frank’s contemplating becoming a clown, but Sara thinks they’re too sexual. And Gen-Z Finlay’s had enough of kids.

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The team are back in 2014 and also in Manchester! Frank’s broken a tooth, Emily’s been in Texas and the gang chat April fools!

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Frank is joined in Edinburgh by comedian Vittorio Angelone and playwright Bryony Kimmings. Frank’s got new friends, Vittorio’s landed his first acting job, and Bryony doesn't do hugs.

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Frank Skinner: Work In Progress is at Studio One at Assembly George Square Studios 5-16 August
Crowd Work with Frank Skinner is at Studio One at Assembly George Square Studios 17-26 August

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Frank is in Edinburgh for the month and is joined by comedian Vittorio Angelone and playwright Bryony Kimmings. Does this episode sound like three strangers meeting on a train? You be the judge! Frank’s been to see The Odyssey and Spider-Man: Brand New Day in 4DX 3D, Bryony’s found herself in a Maserati with four old ladies, and Vittorio’s being a "megastar."

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Back in 2014, the gang chat about the World’s Hardest Man and reminisce about Alun's Readers Digest column. Some name drops too, with Frank meeting Buzz Aldrin and Emily going to the Game of Thrones premiere!

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Frank and Em are joined by Ruth Husko. Em’s had an awkward moment with her friend Susie, and Frank’s been doing plaid suit photoshoots ahead of his trip to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

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Frank Skinner: Work In Progress 5th-16th August 2026
Crowd Work with Frank Skinner 17-26 August 2026

Studio One at Assembly George Square Studios

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Frank and Em are joined by comedy writer Ruth Husko. Frank’s been causing chaos on Sunday Brunch, leaving Em with her head in her hands. Plus, Ruth shares her thoughts on the quiet coach on the train.

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The gang are in 2014 and Frank tells us all about his daydreams and makes a high-stakes bet on Buzz’s future as a comedian. They also chat about surreal celebrity experiences.

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Frank, Em and Ruth are back! Frank’s got tunes on the brain, Emily’s obsessed with a monkey who loves Robin Williams, and Ruth’s been back to the Black Country to get her keys cut.

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Frank and Em are joined by comedy writer Ruth Husko. Frank’s got thoughts about Ole & Steen, a listener’s got a problem with the word ‘fiancé’, and the team try to guess what Everybody Loves Raymond is actually about.

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It’s 2014! Frank sees 8 magpies and keeps having confrontations with producer Daisy! Emily takes on Joan Collins in a selfie war, and Alun is making people feel sick.

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Frank and Em are joined by Ruth Husko. Frank’s priest has been congratulated on his ‘inspired comedies’, Ruth’s got thoughts on seaside postcards, and Em’s relationship with ChatGPT is on the rocks.

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Frank, Em and Ruth Husko discuss the England vs Argentina FIFA World Cup semi-final. Ruth’s got hay fever, Em’s eating Toblerones, and Frank’s been impressed by a Keir Starmer joke.

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We're back in 2014 and Frank’s got a head on his wall! They also discuss how we can be a bit more like Emily, and cheerleaders suing their parents.

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Frank, Em and Ruth are back. Frank’s been enjoying the theatre, Em’s cracking up at the idea of Rob Brydon playing Jesus, and Ruth is left stunned by a story about witchcraft.

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Ruth Husko joins Frank and Em. Frank’s been watching the FIFA World Cup at David Baddiel’s house, Em’s been having ice-lollies in bed, and Ruth’s been scammed by two men with long black wavy hair.

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Back to 2014 and it’s Lent! In between educating Emily and Alun on the rules of Lent, Frank’s changing the world of impressions. There’s also discussion on how long you can drive with an empty petrol tank. Or "fuel tank" in Alun’s case…

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Frank, Em and Ruth debate the ideal length of a live show. Frank’s been to see A Midsummer Night’s Dream, and he’s spotted Gyles Brandreth in the wild.

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Frank and Em are joined by comedy writer Ruth Husko. Together, they discuss Harry Styles singing Three Lions, the shocking state of their toothbrushes, and whether baseball caps are a big yay or nay…

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Happy first of the month! Back in 2014, Frank starts off the month deciding he's going to add stage directions to his text messages and they all discuss what you should and shouldn't have on your bookshelf.

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Frank and Em are joined by Ruth Husko. Frank’s been upgrading his tuna sandwiches, there’s a theory about cocktail umbrellas, and the team discuss speakerphone etiquette.

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Frank, Em and Ruth have thoughts on ‘Hot Podium Guy’, the viral sound engineer who appears every time a Prime Minister steps down. They also discuss the best way to get out of an argument - and it's a good one.

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It’s 2014 and it’s awards season! The team discuss various awards flops and Frank’s not-so-award-winning gig hosting the BRITs. There’s also chat about fights over a pork pie, and some other petty disputes.

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It’s another week with Frank, Em and Ruth. Frank’s got anecdotes, Ruth decides she needs media training, and Michael Bublé might be in need of a new marketing team.

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Frank and Em are joined by Ruth Husko. They discuss England's latest match, whether pigeons get bad PR, and Frank's thoughts on stag dos.

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Frank, Alun and Emily are in 2014 and it’s the Winter Olympics! They discuss missing rings, television bedroom scenes, whether you should ask teachers for dating advice and if Alun is handsome enough for Holby City.

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There's a doctor in the house! Comedian and writer Adam Kay joins Frank, Em and Ruth to delve into his brilliant book, A Particularly Nasty Case. They also discuss celebrity doctors and the time Harry Hill helped Frank with an ailment.

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Frank and Em welcome back the very well-loved Ruth Husko. Ruth thinks Frank is a legend for being 69, and Em reads a message from The Outside World that leaves them in stitches. Literally.

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Frank, Alun and Emily are in 2014. Frank sends a dodgy text to his niece and has a "parental rite of passage." Emily has a tumble down the stairs. And Alun is… in the attic? Maybe with his trousers down. Who knows?

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Ruth Husko joins Frank and Em. The conversation ranges from celebrity look-alikes to the German word for men who sit down to pee.

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Frank and Em are delighted to be joined by comedy writer Ruth Husko. It doesn't take long before the conversation turns to stealing jokes and football parades.

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Another day in 2014 and Frank has been living a hermit's life, with nothing to do but chat up the meter man. Meanwhile, Alun pays for some shiny teeth for his dogs (canine canines if you will) and Emma considers an Ivy League suitor.

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