Hosts Samantha and Derek take turns telling each other conspiracies, mysteries, and overall interesting stories.
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A show where a couple sits around and talks about their crazy adventures and invite friends over to share their interesting/funny stories. Just an excuse to drink and hang with friends.
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Drew and Sam are actors. They haven’t won any Academy Awards yet, and neither of them is in line to be the new James Bond (sorry Sam), but between them they do have over half a century’s worth of experience in the industry. Many months ago a combination of boredom, significantly reduced work opportunities (thanks pandemic!) and overactive and under-stimulated imaginations inspired them to create a podcast, and somehow they’re still at it. Join the Drewling Samantics chaps every Sunday (or do ...
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2020 has been such an incredible year! As we near the end of this roller coaster ride, here's a Letter - From Me to You. :) Read it at: www.justsomeunspokenwords.wordpress.com
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Introducing The Black Country Blokes, a podcast that dives deep into the topics of mental health, disability, and the ups and downs of life in general. With hosts Lee Cadman and Kev Dillon leading the way, each episode brings a wealth of insights and perspectives to the table, thanks to the addition of guest experts from various fields. The Black Country Blokes isn't just another podcast - it's a safe and welcoming space where listeners can feel heard, understood, and empowered to tackle lif ...
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Childbirth is supposed to be empowering, but for many birthing people it is not. For Indigenous women, immigrant women and women of colour, birthing within the western healthcare system can be anything but affirming. It can feel unsafe. In this raw and challenging talks series, health researcher, clinician and nursing educator Dr Ruth De Souza (RMIT University) hosts conversations about birth, racism and cultural safety with change makers working within the maternal health-care sector to bre ...
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Samantics-Ep.300-Belt of Newports
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Super stoked to be celebrating 300 EPISODES OF SAMANTICS with our friends, Paul and Derek!
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Breaking the Silence: Men's Mental Health Matters
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In this powerful episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev tackle the often-overlooked topic of men's mental health. From battling stigmas to sharing personal stories, they explore why it's essential for men to speak up, seek support, and prioritize their well-being. Join the conversation as they discuss strategies for mental resilienc…
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Sam tells Derek all about the mysterious gelatinous goo that rained down on a town in Oakville, Washington back in 1994 called The Oakville Blobs. The wrap up the episode with a ton of 'Ya Seent' talk which is always a fun chat about what we both have been watching lately.
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Mental Health, Rugby, and Resilience | Shaun Griffiths' Journey
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In this episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev sit down with Shaun Griffiths, a mental health professional with over 20 years of experience working in crisis care, inpatient services, and with the NHS Mental Health Improvement Support Team. Shaun opens up about his personal journey, playing rugby, and facing mental health struggles,…
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Samantics-Ep.299-Never Heard About This One
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What a special treat to have our friends Sal, Sophia, and Jason in the studio! Full house as we help this trio prepare for their extradition to the Bahamas, I'm sure everything worked out fine.
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World Suicide Prevention Day & 100mph Zip Line for Dravet Syndrome
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In this powerful episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev talk about World Suicide Prevention Day, observed every year on September 10th, to raise awareness and provide support for those struggling with mental health. We also share an incredible journey as Lee and his son Alfie take on the world's fastest zip line—100mph on a 1.5km st…
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Derek tells Sam about the origins of the Columbian Hippos. Sam catches Derek up on all things pop-culture. And ya know we have some Ya Seents to talk about
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Exploring Peacebuilding Through Sports and Arts: A Conversation with Sayra van den Berg
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In this episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev sit down with Sayra van den Berg, a peace and conflict researcher at the University of York. Sayra shares her incredible work with ex-combatants in Sierra Leone, exploring their post-war justice needs and experiences. We also dive into her current research in South Sudan and Kenya, wher…
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Samantics-Ep.298-Wierd Al Is My Ramones
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Banger of a show this week featuring Eric Pabon (TV Generation, Art of Eric Pabon) and Mike B (ONRS, Dharma)!
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YHAT1-Ep.85-Death Before Dough
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Sam's confused on what a light-hearted story is and tells Derek about the origins of Auntie Anne's. She also shares the quick story about the infamous Bigfoot Blimp incident. This is a very snack oriented episode. Wrapping up the episode of course with Ya Seent where Sam and Derek share what they've been watching lately.…
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Samantics-Ep.297-Khaki Shy Guy Cinnamon Hat
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Guys, we hung out with Chris Rock from Rockpit Brewing and they've got some really cool stuff on tap! Chris got us caught up on what's in store for fall and all the delicious spirits and beers they'll be slingin'.
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Remember Dan vs Dave and Reebok’s marketing failure leading up to the ‘92 Olympics. Well Derek does and he tells Sam all about it. We also talk Big Brother and other shows we watched for Ya Seent?
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Season Eleven – Best of Drew & Sam Whenever the fifteen episode of the season comes around Drew and Sam know that it really has come to the end, and at that point they know there are only two things left to do - to look forward excitedly to the next season and (something just as exciting) to look back and choose their favourite moments and highligh…
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Season Eleven: Best of Guests
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Season Eleven – Best of Guests What an outstanding array of visitors it is that has graced Drewling Samantics this season! From stage and screen, in front of and behind the camera, acting, directing and producing, and sometimes doing many of these simultaneously, what an unbelievable amount of talent there has been filling the guest spots and telli…
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Samantics-Ep.296-Shade Fireblade
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JW from 4th and Dirty and Derek from YHAT1 hang out while we talk about all the happenings and get ready for the NFL season!
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Target Audience It’s the last Drew and Sam episode of Season 11, and in this season finale they are singing the praises of their audience members - or at least appreciating the variety and quirks that different groups of patrons can bring. Love them or hate them (with the latter only occurring on very rare occasions of course!) there would be no po…
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YHAT1-Ep.83-Who in the World is Banksy
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Derek tells Sam about graffiti, street art and who the main suspects are to be the infamous artist known as Banksy.
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Samantics-Ep.295-Turd Jockey
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First time Samantics guests, Jeff and Stef (or Stef and Jeff if you prefer), join us for a romp around St. Petersburg!
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Falling into Place Season Eleven of Drewling Samantics is almost over - where has the time gone?! Indeed, today’s episode is the last time in the season that the chaps are visited by a guest, and it’s safe to say they are ending with a bang! Pete Løvstrøm has had a fascinating career, and that is putting it lightly. Starting out he chanced his arm …
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Samantics - The One-Man Wall of Noisy Poetry
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Join Lee and Kev on The Black Country Blokes Podcast as they dive into an electrifying conversation with Sam from Samantics. Known for his one-man show of honesty, energy, and unique sounds, Samantics uses his lyrics to portray his distinctive vision of the world. From his punk-influenced upbringing to his transformation into a powerhouse performer…
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Labour of Love? Well, it has been a very busy time lately hasn’t it! A general election in the UK, football’s European Championships and the Copa America, Wimbledon, and an election in France to name but a few big recent events. Drew and Sam have been very busy performing and rehearsing too, and even PicNick is busy (well he’s on holiday, but he wo…
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YHAT1-Ep.82-Where in the World is Bum Farto?
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Sam tells Derek and the audience all about the Legend of Key West named Bum Farto and his journey from being a fire chief to the man with that fire
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Inside the World of Forensics with Jo Ward
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Join Lee and Kev on The Black Country Blokes as they dive into the fascinating and intense world of crime scene investigation with special guest Jo Ward. With 26 years of service in the West Midlands Police and 24 years in forensic investigation, Jo shares her gripping experiences and insights. Awarded Police Staff Member of the Year in 2022, Jo di…
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S11E10 - Three Shows are Better than One
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Three Shows are Better than One The wonderful thing about the entertainment business is the opportunities and challenges it presents, and the joy that is to be had in enjoying and conquering them. If it weren’t for enterprising and creative people it could be said there would be no ‘Arts’. This week’s guest is a perfect example of just that – Su Gi…
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Samantics-Ep.294-Rough Bottom
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We record with our friends Jason, Derek, and Heather at RockPit Brewing before game night!
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Resilience and Redemption: Clive Branson's Journey Through Adversity
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Join Lee and Kev on this compelling episode of The Black Country Blokes as they sit down with Clive Branson, a man who has turned his profound experiences into a beacon of hope for many. From his early years in the Royal Air Force and a long tenure with the Ministry of Defence to his challenging yet inspiring personal journey, Clive shares how he b…
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The Show Can’t Go On This week we join Drew and Sam for the 159th episode of Drewling Samantics. Not necessarily a notable anniversary it’s true, but it is an achievement that the boys have kept this show going solidly, despite often being inundated with work, having personal commitments, regularly needing to change locations, and taking into accou…
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Sam tells Derek all about the tragic life and death of River Phoenix. What was in the blue cup and who handed it to him?
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From Poetry to the Boxing Ring: Matt Windle's Unique Journey
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In this episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev sit down with the remarkable Matt Windle. A man of many talents, Matt is not only the Birmingham Poet Laureate (2014/16) and the Commonwealth light-flyweight professional boxing champion (2022/23), but also an inspiring mentor. Listen as he shares how he balances his life as a poet and …
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Drums, Drama and Drizzle No disguises or imposters this week on Drewling Samantics, just another visiting talent and friend to share experiences and stories with our happy hosts! The chaps are delighted to welcome Andrew Lindfield this week, who shares his journey through the business with them, spreading knowledge and joy on the way. Despite early…
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Samantics-Ep.293-Samantics at Sea 24
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We are back from Samantics at Sea 2024! Spoiler alert: it was our favorite cruise ever! We recap some our favorite moments from the cruise and really just try and relive the whole experience. The second segment will be a bit we recorded on the boat with Tim Cruise and some guests; it gets a little wild since it was recorded with a live audience but…
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Exploring Mental Health Innovations: Dr. Sarah Bishop on Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
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Join Lee and Kev in another insightful episode of The Black Country Blokes as they sit down with Dr. Sarah Bishop, a clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience in mental health. From working in forensic hospitals to helping premier league footballers, Dr. Bishop has seen it all. In this episode, we delve into her latest project on Hyper…
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S11E07 - Sincerest Form of Flattery
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Sincerest Form of Flattery Back with another week of ‘banter about the business’, on today’s show Drew and Sam throw around a few ideas and thoughts regarding portraying real life figures. They are inspired by the sad passing of Jeanette Charles, an actress who for many years impersonated the late Queen Elizabeth, and would probably these days be c…
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We are on the Samantics at Sea cruise. As we sail towards Mexico, Derek thought it would be a good idea to tell Sam about cenotes and Mayan rituals.
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Conah "The Wolf" Walker: One Win From World Title Shot? | Birmingham Bout
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Lee and Kev are joined by Black Country boxing sensation Conah "The Wolf" Walker! Fresh off his epic fight against Lloyd Germain and a Fight of the Year contender against Cyrus Pattinson, Conah sets his sights on Lewis Crocker at Resorts World Arena, Birmingham. Promoter Eddie Hearn says the winner is on the cusp of a world title shot! Will Conah t…
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A Hand in Everything Guest week has arrived again on Drewling Samantics, and a treat is in store for all podcast fans and followers. This week’s visitor Roman Stefanski is an actor, director and puppeteer, however, those titles are far too vague for a performer who inspires others and breathes life into seemingly inanimate objects. Fun, energetic, …
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Samantics-Ep.292-Butt Boy Himself
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Had a lot of laughs with Trey and Paul on this ep! It was a cool and much needed Friday hanging with these gents. We chatted about a possible White Bullets reunion, dream emo cruise lineup, and we get into your emails!
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Supporting Families Through Perinatal Mental Health Challenges
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In this powerful episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev sit down with Ben and Rob from Acacia, a charity dedicated to supporting families navigating mental health difficulties during the perinatal period. Founded 20 years ago by two mums who experienced postnatal depression, Acacia has since expanded its services to include young pa…
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Setting Your Sights The Drewling Samantics boys return again, and Drew and Sam are in a particularly revealing mood this week (ooh err!) Before diving into their main topic of discussion, they say cheers to, and share some wonderful memories of and facts about, two Hollywood greats that have sadly recently left us. Today’s chat soon moves to their …
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YHAT1-Ep.79-Get in the Zone Finnish Zone
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Derek tells Sam about the conspiracy theory that the country of Finland doesn’t exist.
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Samantics-Ep.291-Pineapple Banjero
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Our boys Jesse (www.4thanddirty.com) and Tim (www.timcruise.com) hang out with us on this Memorial Weekend #SamanticsSunday! We're all getting excited for our Samantics at Sea cruise coming up so look forward to these jokers on that episode as well.
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S11E04 - Architect of His Own Destiny
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Architect of His Own Destiny The lads at podcast HQ are joined by another guest this week, but you could be forgiven for thinking there must be more than one due to the extensive list of things this man does! Yes indeed, Drew and Sam’s visitor has an impressive collection of academic qualifications, and while for many that would be enough, for him …
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Overcoming Adversity with Holistic Therapy and Martial Arts
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In this inspiring episode of The Black Country Blokes, Lee and Kev sit down with the remarkable Kerry Tidman. Kerry shares her incredible journey as a deaf individual who underwent cochlear implant surgery in December 2022. As a holistic therapist, she combines martial arts therapy, psychotherapy, coaching, cognitive behaviour therapy, crystals, an…
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YHAT1-Ep.78-Alice Kyteler Irelands First Condemned Witch
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Upon Sam's return from Ireland, she has brought back some Celtic tales to share with Derek. In this episode, she talks about the very first condemned witch in Ireland, as well as the first person burned at the stake. Was she a witch? Or were they just a bunch of haters?
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Agree to Disagree We’re back once again with Drew and Sam, and this week’s agenda promises some spirited discussion and subject matter for both the boys to get their teeth into! A review of a couple of current industry news items prompts some interesting diversions, and results in raising some differing opinions (not the first time the chaps have b…
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Breaking Silence: Mental Health Awareness Week ft. David Stocks
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In this powerful episode of The Black Country Blokes Podcast, hosts Lee and Kev sit down with David Stocks, a Suicide Prevention Community Development Worker at Black Country Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. As Mental Health Awareness Week unfolds, we delve into the depths of David's personal journey, shedding light on his own battles with mental h…
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Behind the Lens It’s guest time for the first time this season, and the Drewling Samantics boys are delighted to be joined this week by the brilliant Gary-Anthony Rogers. We’ve all heard the phrase “the power behind the throne”, well Gary takes that in a slightly different direction by being the power behind the camera. As a talented and dedicated …
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Samantics-Ep.290-I Dont Want To Be A Mountain Man
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Derek the MF Hero (YHAT1?) and Owen (Oh No Radio Show) join us on this fiiiine Friday to record an episode of Samantics! We chat about Owen's recent adventure to the Great Smoky Mountains, how exactly one becomes a man's man, and we show some love to Samantha for being nominated as Woman of the Year in Orlando Magazine!…
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Eleventh Heaven “In numerology, the number eleven is not just any number; it’s considered a master number. This means that it carries a heightened level of spiritual significance and a unique vibration. It’s like a cosmic door that opens to a spiritual awareness and inner wisdom…” Following that description Drew and Sam have a lot to live up to wit…
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Samantics-Ep.289-Lasses and Lashes
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Sam and Trav take on Ireland! Honestly, we're only 3-4 days into the trip but we've done soooo fooking much. We tackle Dublin and the surrounding area; now we're in day one of our stay in Kilkenny. Experience culture shock with us on this ep and the accompanying Samantics Afterparty where we'll wrap up the rest of our trip!…
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