The Bishop Exchange
Not related but relatable... Welcome to The Bishop Exchange – the weekly podcast where comedians John Bishop and Des Bishop break down life from opposite sides of the pond.
#81: The Crop Circle Episode
This week: the eclipse, crop circles, Aliens, record players, our upcoming live show, international etiquette, and so much more!
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#80: The Gays & The Greys
This week we discuss Des and John getting back into performing, the upcoming live shows, death & more...
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#79: The School Episode
This week we discuss Des and John getting back into performing, John's new house guests, our expeirences at school, anxiety, bullying, Goodfellas, the greatest album's of all time & more...
Des's new special 'Bridge & Tunnel' is available to stream in full now on YouTube, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5zeemXykrU
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#78: Golf, Good bones & Gazumping
This week we discuss Golfing, the world cup final, the halftime show, Kevin Keegan, Bradley's house hunting journey & more...
Des's new special 'Bridge & Tunnel' is available to stream in full now on YouTube, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5zeemXykrU
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#77: Boycott Bishop
This week we discuss John & Des ancestry, England nearing the final of the World Cup, VAR, AI, Madonna's new album, The Rolling Stones new album, buying vinyl & more...
Des's new special 'Bridge & Tunnel' is available to stream in full now on YouTube, you can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n5zeemXykrU
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#76: Surprise Surprise!
This week we dive into the excitement and controversy surrounding the World Cup, Love Island and Des's experience on dating TV shows and more...
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#75: Box Rooms, Bollocks & Buttholes
This week John's audio isn't the best due to his lack of microphone, but we wanted to give you an episode anyway... We talk about box rooms, childhood achievements, contact dermatitis, hair removal, waxing, The world cup & more...
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#74: Sorry We're Late...
In this weeks later than usual episode we discuss John's european road trip, British politics, the Reflecting Pool, hosting parties & more...
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#73: lulu for hulu
In this weeks episode we discuss mental health, Bradley's USA road-trip, the FIFA World Cup, The New York Knicks, Des upcoming special & more...
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#72: Raising Teenagers & Revolutions
In this weeks episode, John joins us from his house, Des is in a top secret location and we're missing Brad who is away on holiday. John and Des debate pronunciations and chat about parenthood, teenagers, swans and cygnets. They also discuss John's visit to Arundel Castle, lines of succession, and how John's ready to start a revolution!
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#71: Algorithms, America and Angry Passengers
In this weeks episode we go down memory lane to 2016, chat about Brad's upcoming road trip to America and discuss what our partners are like as car passengers. Des runs through some Gen Z slang, we find out what everyone's algorithms are showing them and there's an update on John and Des's Spanish lessons.
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#70: 'The Pig Podcast'
In this weeks episode we discuss cruise ships, the local elections in the UK, Esther the Wonder Pig, The Kevin Hart roast and the negativity and angst that goes with 'roasts'. We also have a Farm Report from John!
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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#69: The Name Drop Episode
In this weeks episode we discuss name drops, playing paddle, Irish heritage, Saipan, Des' new special & more.....
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
TICKETS FOR BOTH SHOWS ON SALE NOW: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/artist/5704553?venueId=198259
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#68: Bricks, Boilers & Big Announcements
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
TICKETS FOR BOTH SHOWS ON SALE NOW: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/artist/5704553?venueId=198259
In this weeks episode we discuss our upcoming live shows, Brookside, on-screen kissing & on-screen sex, John's first job & more...
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#67: PRE-SALE, Private Pods & Politicians
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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In this weeks episode we discuss our upcoming live show, modern technology allowing us to record from all around the world, seperating the art from the artist, Sports Illustrated, Men's health & more...
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#66: LIVE SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT!
On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤
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...#65: Saunas, Skincare & The Standard
In this weeks episode we discuss New York, the famously "visible" Standard Hotel, Voyeurism, phones in Saunas, Travel in the USA & more...
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#64: "Welcome to the last day of human civilization"
In this weeks episode, recorded yesterday, we discuss what could be the last day of human civilization, things that need sorting out before the end of the world, Love On The Spectrum, John's upcoming trip to New York & more...
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#63: Clean Comedy, Curdled Milk & Custom Backgrounds
This week we discuss new backgrounds and headphone choices, recent global protests, media influence and the rise of independent news sources, the war in Iran, "clean" comedy, expired food & spilled milk...
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#62: SNL, Surgery & Skewers...
In this weeks episode we discuss family gatherings and hosting in-laws, navigating the TSA and government shutdowns in the US, road-tripping and long-distance driving in America, travel stress as well as American political divisions and the national debt , and the recent launch of SNL UK, surgery, "looksmaxxing" and more...
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#61: "US Prezzy Wezzy"
In this weeks episode we discuss domestic habits, differences in hygiene standards, speaking on the phone in public, the manosphere and more...
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#60: Bloopers, Britney & BSL
In this week's episode we discuss television, celebrity culture, including Britney Spears, as well as the importance of inclusivity, communication, and cultural understanding in comedy.
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#59: The Teacher Episode
This week's episode takes an unexpectedly emotional turn as we dive into the haunting world of Wuthering Heights, reflect on the teachers who truly changed the course of our lives, and explore the quiet magic of birdwatching. Along the way, we open up about personal struggles with dyslexia... plus much more.
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#58: "Big Week Here On The Bishop Exchange"
In this episode we discuss recent controversies, including the BAFTAs incident involving John Davidson, the impact of the film 'I Swear' on perceptions of Tourette's, and the political and cultural debates surrounding US politics, sports, and social issues.
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#57: Group-chats, Gameshows & Gabbing
In this episode we discuss the evolution of communication in the digital age, group chats, answering machines, and the impact of technology on personal interactions. The significance of mindfulness in a world dominated by smartphones and reflect on the transition from letters to texts. We also highlight insights from the game show industry, and the complexities of reality TV.
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#56: Pop Music, Property, and Puerto Rico
In this episode we have technical difficulties and power cuts, leading into discussions about health screenings, the cultural impact of music icons like Robbie Williams and Bad Bunny, language learning, and the challenges of house hunting. We also touch on political issues surrounding the Epstein files, reflecting on the broader implications of these events.
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#55: Cold, Chaos & Congregation Questions...
In this episode we recorded early to answer some questions from the congregation...
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#54: Bishops, Blockbusters, and Blood-Flow
This week we're talking about John's recent experiences in Hollywood, the challenges of the comedy scene, the dynamics of celebrity families, the benefits of blood flow restriction therapy for recovery and more...
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#53: OUR 1ST BIRTHDAY
In this celebratory episode of the Bishop Exchange, Des Bishop and Bradley Hurley reflect on the past year of the podcast, discussing their journey, favourite moments, and the dynamics of celebrity culture.
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#52: City Breaks, Banter & Blowjobs
This week we are coming to you live from Liverpool, Oman & Miami discussing the challenges of travel and home life, and the cultural references that shape our humor and the impact of nostalgia on our identities. As well as the nuances of film preferences and how these choices reflect our personalities, comedy across different cultures, the dynamics of audience reception, and share personal experiences with celebrity interactions.......
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#51: Menlightenment, Marriage & World Madness
In the first episode of the year.... we discuss various themes including engagement etiquette, personal proposal stories, B&Bs, language learning, and current political events... As with most episodes of 'The Bishop Exchange', the technology doesn't always run smoothly so bare with us...
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#50: Parenting, Pups and Philosophy
In the final episode of the year.... we discuss various themes including modern parenting challenges, dog training insights, and generational differences in financial planning and parenting styles, the challenges of modern life, the philosophy of money, the concept of mortality, and the importance of reflection as the year comes to a close.
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#049: IT'S BISHMAS
In this special episode we talk all things Christmas....
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BONUS: Congregation Q&A!
In this bonus episode we are responding to your voice notes!.......
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#048: I Pity The Fool
In this shorter episode, we discuss various topics, including performing on cruises, Trump Derangement Syndrome, audience demographics, cencorship and travelling in style.......
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#047: FIFA, Films, and Feelings
In this episode, we discuss various topics, including Des's Cabo trip, reflections on therapy and emotional well-being, current events focusing on FIFA and Donald Trump. As well as our love for cinema and recent films.
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#046: Small Talk Is Like Foreplay
In this episode, we discuss the impact of technology on modern life and the balance between privacy and convenience in the digital age as well as the importance of small talk in communication. We also discuss nostalgia, movie scores, the nature of success, and the quest for contentment in life.
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#045: Printing, Pups & Proportions
In this episode, John wakes up in a bad mood in New Zealand and Des is battling a sore throat. The lads dive into printing problems, their favourite forms of ink, and which breed of dog they'd be. They also break down Bradley's tiny short shorts (and tinier legs), chat about body proportions, unpack Thai massage, and reveal John's latest extreme challenge - before finishing off with fan questions from the congregation.
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#044: WE'RE BACK!
In this episode, we discuss missing our first episode, jet lag, John's tour down under, the steepest street in the world, serial killers, American politics and more...
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#043: Politics, Profanity & Performance
In this episode, we discuss being a radio host, American and British politics, swearing, Des's new bit and more...
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