Wolf & Owl with Romesh Ranganathan and Tom Davis
Comedians Tom Davis (The Wolf) and Romesh Ranganathan (The Owl) shoot the breeze for an hour a week because they couldn’t work out a format. They also take on listener problems if they remember to ask for them before they record. Not enough podcasts are just people talking with no real purpose. We’ve come to change all that. It’s a huge waste of time, but an entertaining one. Contains swearing because it’s really cool. "As shooting the breeze goes, Tom and Romesh are as good as it gets" - Evening Standard For questions or comments please email us...
Sleepovers, School Friends And Insecurities
What was going on at the boys' high school sleepovers?!
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh and Tom take a trip back to their childhoods and reveal some of the strange, awkward, and occasionally traumatic experiences that came with high school friendships.
From imbalanced friend dynamics to outright strange parents and school rumours, the guys cover it all. Tom reflects on how our past teenage selves can still make an appearance today after bumping into people from high school, and Romesh deals with some old guilt, hopefully fixed by an inspired guided role play...
Could Tom Beat 100 8-Year-Olds?
Could Tom beat 100 eight-year-olds?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, the boys tackle some of the most important questions facing modern society, including what happens when your parents want to invite 18 extra people to your wedding, and whether Tom could take on 100 eight-year-olds in a fight.
From the awkward realities of wedding guest lists, whether they’d actually attend a listener’s wedding, all the way through to dog party invites and dog diets. They discuss it all.
Plus, Tom reveals another questionable chapter in the ongoing saga of his tattoos, and we hear...
Humiliating Moments, Below Deck & Rasputin
What happened to Romesh at Radio 2 In The Park?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh and Tom look back at some of their most awkward moments in comedy, from disastrous panel show appearances to the realities of dealing with hecklers.
Romesh goes into detail after revealing a particularly embarrassing and sticky situation at Radio 2 In The Park during an interview with Appleton and Deacon Blue. And Tom opens up about his recent increase in professional anxiety and the pressure of getting things right on TV.
Plus, we have tales of airport and...
Social Trolls & An Email Special Song
How to handle social trolls?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, the boys are back with another collection of bizarre listener questions, questionable role plays, and deeply unnecessary discussions. Plus, they get the first listen at a brand new Wolf & Owl song and present the question: could this go to the charts?
Elsewhere, Romesh and Tom revisit their infamous Josh Widdicombe and Ross Kemp role play before attempting another one that goes spectacularly wrong. They also discuss tummy sticks, music speaker etiquette, and whether you really need social media to stay in the loop. And...
Body Image, Infestations & Fantasy Football
What's the best way to get rid of fat?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, the boys are dealing with some of life’s less glamorous problems, as one family battles a full-blown outbreak of nits, and another discovers an absolutely horrific maggot infestation in the bin.
Tom and Rom also get into the complicated world of body image, weight loss, and visceral fat, discussing everything from liposuction and CoolSculpting, to the realities of trying to change your body or accept it as is.
Plus, Tom has a serious beef with wasps that ne...
Weird Food Combos And FOMO
What's Tom & Romesh's best weird food combos?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh and Tom tackle some of life’s more important questions sent in by you, including how you should talk to your kids about drugs, whether boredom is actually a good thing and why Tom has absolutely no time for fancy soups.
Elsewhere, the boys discuss their own youth, bizarre food combinations and share their thoughts on spending time alone and combating the experience of FOMO. Plus there's a debate on which characters they're more like from Fresh Prince and some soufflé hat...
Catfishes, Testosterone & Airport Nightmares
What happened to Tom at Heathrow?
In this week's episode, Tom tells us all about the chaos of a stressful trip through Heathrow, where a simple question led to him unloading all of his travel stress in spectacular fashion on a stranger.
Elsewhere, the boys discuss the etiquette of being asked for a photo, holiday fails, dog walking small talk, and the world of Raya, online dating, and the bizarre phenomenon of being catfished.
Plus, Tom attempts to turn a red squirrel, a pottery class, and a chicken jalfrezi into a meaningful story.<...
Top Pastry Choices, Friendship And Beard Tips
How do the boys keep their beards so well groomed?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh and Tom tackle your listener questions, from friendship and what happens when life starts to change, to beard maintenance.
Elsewhere, the boys rank their top five pastries, debate the merits of puff, shortcrust and filo, and attempt to answer the important question: how many samosas could one person actually eat?
Plus, there's some holiday fashion advice, a debate about the perfect swim shorts and a deep dive into manscaping and the dangers of...
Tough Love, Parenting And The Marvel Universe
Is Romesh really the weakest link?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh questions whether he's the "dud" in his various projects, but Tom is having absolutely none of it. The pair discuss Romesh's success, behind the scenes at BBC Radio 2, and whether he's giving himself enough credit.
Elsewhere, Romesh and the boys get into parenting, tough love and pets, while Tom finds himself struggling with household duties while his wife recovers from surgery.
But it wouldn't be Wolf & Owl without a tangent. The boys digress into a big debate on The Marvel...
School Bullies, Racism & Toilet Catastrophes
How would you handle a school bully?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Romesh opens up about being bullied at school and he shares a story about a fight that left a lasting impression. The boys discuss racism and answer an email on how to deal with your child being bullied.
Elsewhere, they tackle a particularly unfortunate skid mark scenario before getting into some important toilet tips courtesy of Tom.
Another week, another collection of questionable stories and life lessons from Wolf & Owl.
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Kitchen Nightmares, Holidays And Comedy Careers
What happened in Tom's kitchen this week?
In this episode of Wolf & Owl, Tom has had an absolute nightmare of a week with a kitchen disaster that includes a knife, a lot of blood and an absence of clogs. Romesh also has some important safety advice before the pair move on to holidays, impressions and the realities of coming up in comedy.
Elsewhere, they debate whether you should name sex with your wife? Plus there's a story all about the strangeness of the world of Facebook and friendships.
Another week, another collection of...
Partner Advice, Phrogging And The Importance Of A Good Curry
Would you rather find 10,000 cockroaches or a man living in your loft?
On this week’s Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh tackle some very important questions, sent in by you, including how to show appreciation and whether there’s anything wrong with a woman proposing to a man.
Things take a turn when they debate: would you rather discover 10,000 cockroaches in your loft, or one mysterious man who has secretly been living there for four years? And to help get to the answer, a role-play ensues, where Tom takes on the part of a very ques...
Manscaping, Country Music & Dinner Invites
What are the Wolf & Owl's top tips for manscaping?
On this week’s Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh get into the important stuff: feet, showers, skincare and exactly how you're supposed to wash your arse.
Tom reveals his emotional story behind getting his first ever pedicure at 46, while Romesh introduces Tom to his new Korean skincare routine. Elsewhere, Tom tells us about his date night as a Luke Combs concert, including an awkward social encounter, before declaring himself a fully-fledged country music fan.
Plus, there’s a discussion about dinner parties, biscuit bingeing and...
Do We Really Need A Summer Body?
How do you stop procrastinating?
On this week’s Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh answer your emails, giving advice on everything from unrealistic expectations to learning to feel comfortable in your own skin.
They also tackle one of the biggest problems facing us all: procrastination. From writing scripts and stand-up to finishing their books, Romesh shares his top tips for getting things done when your brain would rather do absolutely anything else.
Plus, there's a debate on which films would be best suited for a Muppets remake.
A Ra...
The Traitors, Therapy and Bathroom Etiquette
How do you deal with people who don't like you?
The Wolf and the Owl join us again to talk about therapy, cortisol, managing stress and accepting that sometimes people just aren't going to vibe with you.
From an insight into Tom’s bedtime routine, to discussing the dangers of leaving your emotional "tabs" open and an important debate on poo etiquette, it's a varied episode packed with role plays, scenarios and advice.
Plus, Tom pushes Rom to spill some of the The Traitors tea and discuss why spoilers might be the worst th...
Best Friends, Burglaries and Weddings
Can you have a best friend over 30?
On this week's Wolf & Owl, we're back in the inbox answering your emails, from wedding planning headaches, to poo robberies, to one of life's biggest questions: can you still have a best friend post-30?
The guys tackle an unforgettable burglar dilemma, (yes, it involves someone being caught on the toilet), and somehow end up talking about goats and Tom's big issue with them along the way.
Keep sending your questions, dilemmas and voice notes to wolfowlpod@gmail.com.
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Food Poisoning, Paris & Parenting
What happens on a boys' trip to Paris?
On this week's Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh unpack their recent trip to Paris, from filming with Rob Beckett and Josh Widdicombe, to a disastrous bout of food poisoning after a group meal.
Elsewhere, the boys debate the mind-boggling idea of a transatlantic tunnel, discuss whether AI could eventually make money irrelevant, and Tom struggles to understand the Eurostar.
Plus, they talk wraps, Nandos, holiday gifts, and Tom rounds things off with another classic story and life lesson.
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Confrontations, Condiments and The Paranormal
Do the Wolf and Owl believe in ghosts?
This week, Tom and Romesh dive into another batch of your emails, tackling friendship dilemmas, lies, condiment controversies and the paranormal.
The boys discuss whether you should confront a friend who's secretly back with their ex, reveal their favourite condiments and Romesh christens himself a "Hot Sauce Don". Plus, we receive some bizarre listener pictures of what they think producer Jon looks like.
From debating ghosts and aliens, to mango chutney and mint sauce, it's another gloriously chaotic episode of Wolf & Owl.
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Ross Kemp, Josh Widdicombe & The Celebrity Purge
Should Tom and Romesh get each other tattooed on their backsides?
This week on Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh tackle Tom's tattoo addiction and ask the important question all friendships ultimately arrive at, shall we tattoo each other on our arses? Plus another question arises, what would they actually do if The Purge became reality?
From debating guns and home invasions to an unexpected role play of Ross Kemp and Josh Widdicombe that absolutely nobody could have expected. Not to forget, a classic tale from Tom to top it off. Don't miss it.
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Vernon Kay, Meditation Boners & Sensory Deprivation
What's Tom's beef with Vernon Kay?
This week on Wolf & Owl, Tom and Romesh tackle another batch of emails from you. Addressing awkward, backhanded compliments to a listener's unexpected experience in a sensory deprivation tank.
The boys discuss why complete relaxation can sometimes have surprising side effects, share their thoughts on "negging" and Tom shares a story of a strange encounter in Jersey.
Plus, Tom has a say in Rom's show attire and there's a heartfelt plea for Vernon Kay to finally acknowledge his...
Misfits Boxing, Gym Advice And Haters
Are influencer boxing matches ruining real boxing?
This week on Wolf & Owl, we dive into the world of influencers, the Sidemen drama and the rise of Misfits Boxing.
Plus the boys discuss getting older and attempting to stay fit without immediately injuring yourself, Rom shares his latest gym disaster and the pair open up about the realities of social media criticism.
To wrap it up as usual, Tom delivers another classic tale, with the story of Dalton Creepy, the NASA cleaner who proves it's never too late to achieve your dreams.
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Dogs At Restaurants, Role Play & Retirement
Is Romesh really retiring at 50?
Tom and Romesh clear up the recent retirement rumours before diving into your latest emails, including a debate about the over-exposure of dogs and a dramatic affair story from a listener who's questioning the future of their secret relationship.
Another week, another email answered and some solid advice from the Wolf and the Owl.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:47 A question on dogs
02:31 Romesh addresses his retiring comment<...
Heart Attacks, Trauma Dumps & Bad Service Stations
Can Tom save a marriage?
This week on Wolf & Owl, Tom attempts to settle a marital argument while Romesh shares a story involving a fire extinguisher that doesn't quite go to plan.
Elsewhere, the boys discuss health scares, heart attacks, spicy food challenges and we have a very exciting announcement, before wrapping things up in the only way Wolf & Owl knows how, an ever-inspiring monologue from Tom.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:46 Tom’s electrolyte co...
Fart Stories, SNL Opinions And Mooning
Would Tom and Romesh ever host Saturday Night Live?
This week on Wolf & Owl, the boys address Romesh's worst fart story. Plus we answer your emails about the strangest public encounters we've ever heard. From discussing whether they'd ever take on Saturday Night Live UK to opening up about their changing relationship with alcohol, it's another glorious episode.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:48 Revisiting Romeh’s fart story
06:51 Answering your emails
13:13 Would they do SNL?
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Toy Story 5, Celebrity Gladiators & Brain Training
Is it okay to check someone else's underwear?
This week, Tom and Rom debate whether Toy Story should have stopped at three films, reveal their cinema snack choices and debate Master Of The Universe and Celebrity Gladiators.
There's also a conversation about brain training, Tom's memory, the impact of pornography, and dating an Only Fans creator.
Plus, some unfortunate stories about suspicious underwear... Maybe we need a part two.
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
04:04...
Pet Problems, Bad Neighbours & Forest Etiquette
Should we do a mukbang?
Tom and Romesh are back tackling your listener dilemmas, and this week things get surprisingly heated over a neighbour who took it upon themselves to give someone else's cat a haircut... with disastrous consequences.
Expect a debate on dog poo etiquette, a tangent about squirrels and a discussion on unsolicited photos.
Plus, after talking about it for years, could the Wolf & Owl mukbang finally be happening?
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Chapters
00:00 Intro
02:25 A...
Auditions, Ranking Actors & Weird Parenting Advice
What would happen if Tom and Romesh started their own Diary of a CEO?
On this week's Wolf & Owl, the boys settle into their brand new studio before taking the mickey out of some of the biggest podcasts around. From The Diary of a CEO to The Rest Is Entertainment (and even a cycling podcast nobody asked for), no podcast is safe.
Elsewhere, Tom gives Romesh some questionable dad advice, and the pair role play some bizarre audition scenarios.
As always, expect complete nonsense, the odd surprisingly wholesome moment and plenty of reasons...
Home Alone, Gordon Ramsay & Making Friends
Is it harder to make friends after 40?
On this week’s episode of Wolf & Owl, Rom and Tom tackle one of life’s trickier questions as they dish out advice on making new mates as an adult and why it can be harder after you hit 40.
There’s also a Home Alone deep dive, a surprising switch up from Tom on his Gordon Ramsay opinion, a debate about Itchy And Scratchy and inevitably, one of Tom’s most revolting stories yet.
As always, the boys are answering your emails, oversharing where absolutely nobody asked th...
Plastic Surgery, Toilet Drama And Dental Nightmares
Would Tom get a hair transplant? Would Rom get cosmetic work done? And is lending your mates money ever actually a good idea?
On this week’s episode, the boys get into childhood films that shaped them, questionable fashion choices, pub stories and they tackle the age-old question of whether you should lend mates money.
There’s also a trip down memory lane as Rom and Tom revisit an old photo of themselves, plus a deep dive into dental trauma.
Don't forget to sign up to our Instagram broadcast channel for Wolf & Owl upda...
Baked Beans, Chocolate Digestives and Declan Rice
What way up should you eat a chocolate digestive biscuit? Is there anything that baked beans don’t go with? And why can’t Romesh ever be seen in public in Barcelona again?
Also, our advice worked! Congratulations to the nervous numbat on his engagement!
You too, could be the recipient of some potentially life-changing advice friends, send your questions, dilemmas, pictures and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com.
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
00:28 Prop...
Matching Tattoos, Conspiracy Theories and Kevin Hart Roast
Will Romesh retire from comedy at 50? Will ‘Heartbreak is the hardest thing’ become a chart-topping single? And will Tom wear a toupee?
On this week’s episode we also reveal our matching Wolf & Owl tattoos - yes, we got it done!
Plus, the Wolf & Owl club night IS happening! Make sure to sign up to our Instagram broadcast channel for Wolf & Owl updates and keep sending your questions, dilemmas and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com.
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Pablo Escobart, Pigs and Massages
When will people stop sending unsolicited d*ck pics? Will AI help us to really talk to animals? And what animal would Tom most like to talk to? What do Tom and Rom do to relax? And has Tom actually taken Romesh’s sleep advice?
Don’t watch this episode while eating pineapple, or any food for that matter…and don’t forget to send your questions, dilemma and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com.
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Chapters:
00:00...
Robert De Niro, Traitors and the UCL Final
Did Romesh wear his banter canon shirt for the UEFA Champions League final? Could Tom be one of the Mitchell brothers? Why did Romesh think he was a bad dad?
Will Tom get the chance to be friends with Robert De Niro and how did he perform having to follow the King at The King’s Trust show?
Also, as the wolf and owl head closer to 50, they wonder if their best years are behind them? We’ll let you decide!
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Hot Chip Aftermath, WhatsApp Groups and Holding Grudges
Is it OK to wave at strangers in the street? Should you confront people about secret WhatsApp groups?
Should we have done the hot chip challenge before recording another episode? Probably not. Will Tom survive this episode? You’re about to find out…
Send your questions, dilemmas and voice notes to wolfowlpod@gmail.com and don’t forget to like and subscribe friends!
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:33 Waving
05:11 WhatsApp groups
10:44 Overthinking interactions
16:20 Holding grudges
Hot Chip Challenge, Bathroom Habits and Amanda Holden
Can Tom and Romesh survive the Hot Chip challenge? Watch to find out…
Plus, what is Tom’s signature dish and why should you never be in the kitchen with Rom?
How many times should you go to the bathroom and do we need to get more sleep? Also, why does Tom sniff sweaty shorts?
We’re ready to rock! Don’t forget to like and subscribe and get in touch with us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com
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In-Laws, FOMO and Thierry Henry
Who is the alpha male between Tom and Romesh? What happened after Romesh’s childhood reunion on Michael McIntyre’s Big Show? Who else has Tom been texting and why does he think about Romesh in bed?
Plus, should we get special guests on the pod?
Don’t forget to just do you and send us your, questions, queries and funny photos and videos to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com
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Chapters 🎬
00:00 Intro
01:06 In-law opinions
10:50 D...
Timothée Chalamet, Ewoks and How To Interview
What pictures did Tom send to Timothée Chalamet? How can Romesh improve his interview technique? And why does Tom dislike Ewoks?
Plus, impressions of Justin Timberlake and Ricky Martin and we debate just how good rhubarb is.
Send your thoughts on rhubarb and anything else that’s on your mind to wolfowlpod@gmail.com
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:55 - Rick and Morty and TV intros
03:30 - Ewoks
04:03 - Kids films?
07:06 - T...
Weddings, Food Vans and King Prawn Purée
What does Tom regret about his wedding? Is Romesh holding a grudge again Tom? What do David Haye and Romesh have in common? Does anyone know what the difference is between a food stall and a food station? And should Tom open his own burger van business?
This is the Wolf and Banter Canon 1 and this week’s email special! Get involved and send your questions, dilemmas and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com
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Chapters:
00:00 In...
Tyson Fury, Arsenal Merch and Awkward Interactions
Do people still make friends in pubs? Have you ever boiled down Pringles? Have you tried the 7 days, 7 weeks, 7 months method?
In this week’s episode we also share some awkward interactions, talk Spud Gun and merch, plus Tom has a very special gift for Romesh - let the banter fly!
Don’t forget to send your messages and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com and you could be featured in an upcoming email episode!
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Korean Skincare, Smoothie Makers and Bad Gifts
What does Tom use in the shower? What’s the secret to Romesh’s glistening skin and which comedian did he go make-up shopping with?
On this episode we also discuss how to know when it’s time for a career change and what exactly is a boomerang gift? and have we given one...
Send your dilemmas, questions and voice notes to us at wolfowlpod@gmail.com
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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
03:14 Career change
12:59 Boomerang gifts
17:40 Korean skincare
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