Danny Wallace's Important Broadcast
348 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratingsThe Great Leader and his I.B.S (Important Broadcast Squad) assemble every Sunday morning from 11am - 1pm! Whether you're filling out your listener pad with this weeks dinners in "Dinner Winner", or catching up on the celebrity chef news in "The Knowbiz"; you'll need to pair with your listening partner, assume the listening position and prepare to enjoy in reverent silence. Only then will you embark on the path towards coveted Senior Listenership! You can listen to Radio X across the UK on DAB, 104.9 in London, 97.7 in Manchester on your mobile via Global Player. You can send your listener comments to [email protected]
Do you wish to see The Great Leader in person? See him for real, as he makes his pronouncements and speaks beautifully about his new book SOMEBODY TOLD ME. Visit https://www.fane.co.uk/danny-wallace
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Episodes
The Important Broadcast Module 322: Little Box of Shoes
April 07, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 81.2 MBThere were many words exchanged over the course of this weeks broadcast. Even The Great Leader himself took a bit of a pasting over his impulse purchase. Plus, Steve's Yoga Night for Michelle and some disturbing poltergeist activity. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Lucy & Nick. Thank you. Do you wish to see The Great Leader in person? See him for real, as he makes his pronouncements and speaks beautifully about his new book SOMEBODY TOL...
The Important Broadcast Module 321: Squeezing Your Buttocks
March 31, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBThe Great Leader showed his unfailing generosity and compassion this week, when he gave blood. Just imagine the lucky few that could receive even a drop. Plus, haircuts, cake and Ferdi-Fest. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Oliver. Thank you. Do you wish to see The Great Leader in person? See him for real, as he makes his pronouncements and speaks beautifully about his new book SOMEBODY TOLD ME. Visit https://www.fane.co.uk/danny-wallace
The Important Broadcast Module 320: How Closely Have You Read My New Book?
March 24, 2024 13:33 - 1 hour - 78.4 MBThe Great Leader is MORE than entitled to enquire as to whether or not a disciple has read his new book. All listeners should anticipate and make preparations for this question. Be wise. Plus, Steve did a presentation at work and Michelle has spent £4.12 at Budgens. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Charli. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 319: Joe Pilates
March 17, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis is a broadcast that will bring into question all the things you thought you knew about Volvo's. Plus, Steve's early driving career and repeated use of the word "nice". Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for St Nicholas. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 318: Don't Let Sean Bean Put You Off
March 10, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 59.8 MBThis weeks module comes with a warning... Stories about insurance claims can be boring, but heed the warnings. Plus, The Great Leader's dog has developed a taste for artisanal food and Steve is a Professor now. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Alex. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 317: Imagine Me Dancing
March 03, 2024 16:45 - 1 hour - 77.5 MBThis week, The Great Leader generously reveals exactly how he dances. Plus, Steve didn't go to The Brits and it's time to learn exactly what the Black Ice Little Tree actually smells of. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for 50 Years of Maria. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 316: The Little Hiccuping, Bare-Bottomed Boy of Chamonix (Slight Return)
February 25, 2024 15:30 - 1 hour - 79.9 MBSteve returned from yet another fact-finding mission this week. Find out why skiing with the alphas isn't for him. Plus, The Great Leader feeds nature and becomes a 'dad nuisance' to his children. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Matilda & Mal. There is a special commendation for Karley & James. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 315: Milk Me
February 18, 2024 14:30 - 58 minutes - 53.3 MBThe Great Leader still battles with a nasty cold even now, but his strength is still that of 1000 men. Join him over the course of this module to hear many enlightening things, including the truth about Steve Ferdinando's surname. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Rebecca. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 314: You Wouldn't Believe Me If I Told You
February 11, 2024 17:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBImagine a week where The Great Leader's parking space is SO good that he can't even say it. Plus, Steve returns from Egypt having fallen over and everyone goes gaga for legacy email providers. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Steph. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 313: What Time Is Your Show Over?
February 04, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 83.6 MBThis week, The Great Leader's wait is FINALLY over. At last, one of the listeners has offered to be the official agriculture correspondent. It only took 313 modules... Plus, Steve went to Millwall and behaved unusually and the baby cucumber got more coverage than you might be expecting. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Nicholas. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 312: Were My Instincts Correct?
January 28, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThe Great Leader addresses the nation once more and once more again. He will continue addressing the nation until it bloomin' well wakes up. This week, an art exhibition, a chainsaw, a van and a broadcaster's instincts. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Lyla. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 311: I Had A Toothpick Once
January 22, 2024 19:42 - 1 hour - 62.4 MBThe enormous team here at The Important Broadcast would like to apologise for the late arrival of this particular podcast. Every single member of the team has worked tirelessly to bring you this module at the earliest possible convenience... ANYWAY. What dreams will Steve unpick this week and more to the point, what items will The Great Leader select for discussion in "Got, Got, Need"? Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for William. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 310: 54 Peripheral Pumps (Flanged)
January 14, 2024 14:30 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBIt's one of those modules that comes along from time to time. A generous, fun-filled, bumper party pack of a module. Try and get your head around all of it. Go on, just try! The Great Leader speaks of all things, from dreams, to flanges and that's no joke. JUST LISTEN. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Terri. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 309: Take Back Control
January 07, 2024 16:00 - 1 hour - 79 MBThe Great Leader cast off the Christmas and New Year period and delivered a purposeful and direct broadcast on this day. Shriek with joy as you hear him speak of rainbows, public conveniences and the A12. Plus, Explain That and some measured anarchy. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Dr Robert Thornton. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 308: Praise Me
December 31, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThere is no other way to bring any year to a close. Only a full helping of The Important Broadcast will do. Marvel, as The Great Leader rounds out 12 months of teachings, with perhaps the most meaningful teachings yet. Plus, there are Steve's annual predictions. Obviously. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Kim. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 307: Presents, Chocolate, Meat
December 24, 2023 13:00 - 59 minutes - 54.9 MBA Merry Christmas Eve from The IBS to you! Think not, however, that The Great Leader would see you resting up on this yuletide celebration... No. You must be as alert as ever. He will speak to you upon the subject of many a thing, so assume the position and get stuck in. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Steven. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 306: The Elephant In The Room
December 17, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 70.2 MBIt's here again folks... The Grand Final of Dinner Winner! With Steve ineligible as a competitor or judge, a very special guest would be required to fill in, but who could it be? Plus, leg day at the gym, hindering a house move and finally... Some news about Steve's driving test! Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Isabella. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 305: A Sausage Restaurant
December 10, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 72.4 MBMany things happened in this weeks programme and not all of them were entirely planned. The Great Leader heard about your enhanced job titles, Steve remembered whether or not he's had a Garibaldi and a number of you asked for forgiveness. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Ocean Holidays & Barry Sowle. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 304: The Milky Bar Kid
December 03, 2023 16:05 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBA wise man from Essex once said: "You buy the pies, you get stuck right into the pies" And this is something we can all agree upon, surely? Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Graham. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 303: New Shoes
November 26, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBHow easy do you find it to purchase the right pair of shoes? It is something that The Great Leader has struggled greatly with and in a rare display of vulnerability, he revealed all this week. Plus, Steve takes 40 minutes to make a hot chocolate. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Darren. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 302: A Raclette Set
November 19, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 75.3 MBThe week of The Great Leader's Day. A day when his children applaud him and his disciples listen ever closer. Also, Steve came back. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Josh. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 301: Squirrel Bottoms
November 12, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 76.4 MBWith Steve either in prison, or in Singapore, The Great Leader bravely shouldered the burden of this weeks broadcast. He spoke of mouthwash, rhinos and ears. Plus, many listener achievements. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Tom-Tom. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 300: The MOT
November 05, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 65.8 MB300 majestic modules of The Broadcast and no signs of slowing. Gather around, fall silent and bow your heads in reverence as The Great Leader speaks to you on this day of days. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Paige & Henry. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 299: Selfish Soup
October 29, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 64.7 MBThis week, Tell Me Something I Don't Know makes a rare and enjoyable return. Plus, The Great Leader brings you many supernatural goings on and Steve has done himself a mischief. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Bertie. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 298: What's On Your Mind?
October 22, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 63.5 MBThe Great Leader asks you many questions this week. What's on your mind? When did you last get told off? Who the hell is texting the Daily Star? Plus, more Steve vs Michelle and a chat with Senior Listener Charlie about peanut butter. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Stewart. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 297: A Lovely Pair of Gentleman's Pants
October 15, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 79.3 MBThe Great Leader reveals his benevolence and enthusiasm for garden birds this week. Steve imagines some pants and Nathan from Cadley's brother does something inadvisable. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Nina (Changing Rooms - Season 13, Episode 4, Chertsey). Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 296: Not Angry, Just Disappointed...
October 08, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 88.3 MBThis week, you the listener, were invited to share what disappointed you... But NOT, what made you angry. Plus, Steve & Michelle's sixth dispute and The Great Leader has much to explore in terms of the unexplained and unidentified. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Lyn & Fred. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 295: Aggressive & Prejudiced Baby (Slight Return)
October 01, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 56.3 MB*REISSUE* In one of those classic episodes that the dreadful producer messes up and has to re-upload, why not delete and re-download to see what you missed the first time!? The IBS gathered once more to give Steve the platform he feels he deserves in 'Steve vs. Michelle', plus spirit animals, an Emmy Award and the Great Leader exercising his right to covertly film his team. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Holly & Matthew. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 294: Cranbrook of The Cranbrooks
September 24, 2023 14:30 - 1 hour - 76.2 MBTopics covered this week on The IB include; cheese toasties, teeth-cleaning, and HS2. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Damian. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 293: THE Sandwich
September 17, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 95.3 MBThis week, The Great Leader returned to the home, of 'Wallace'. The people of Stirling showed him immense respect, in spite of how excited they must have been. Meanwhile, Steve failed to buy a sandwich and a quizmaster had his say... Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Lauryn. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 292: Common Scents
September 10, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 83 MBDo you share things with your partner? Feelings? Thoughts? Deodorant? Why not give it a go? Plus, The Great Leader now identifies as a "Plane Dad" and The I.B.S give a new feature a go... It's time for Steve vs. Michelle! Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Elaine. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 291: The Window of Find-Ability
September 03, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 79.7 MBA new feature was unearthed today and the IBS are excited at the prospect of it. Plus, how was The Great Leader's end of summer sojourn and how far is too far to walk? Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Tim. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 290: It's Not A Holiday Without Uno
August 27, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 77.8 MBThe Great Leader spoke well today... Very, very well. He spoke upon the topic of a great many things, not least, cheating, complaining, button-flies & the threat of the Yellowjacket. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Chris Moyles. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 289: 100% Distilled, Pure Danny
August 20, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 67.6 MBThe Great Leader addressed the nation once again, despite the nation's attention being somewhat divided. This week, Steve wrote some strong emails and a ping pong table needed fixing. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Kelly, Leonard & Louise. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 288: Radio Is Not For Everyone
August 13, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 56.9 MBThe Great Leader brings a transport related mystery for Steve to explain this week. Plus, a fizzy incident and the reasons why Millennials are ruining everything. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Luke & Jenna. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 287: Such A Dad Botherer
August 06, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBThe Great Leader not only enriches the knowledge of you, the listener, but also takes in new information for the good of his children. Meanwhile, Steve tried to do a good thing, but ended up offending a man on a train. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Nick Bannister (Banno). Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 286: A Pillow In A Box
July 30, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 84.1 MBThere's much to digest this week. Not only can The Great Leader predict exactly what Steve is about to say, but it's also time to consider The Disclosure... He told you it was coming and this week it came. Herein are his thoughts. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Daniel Craig. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 285: The Seed People
July 23, 2023 17:30 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBThe IBS bring you over 90 minutes of education, thought-experiment and more broadly, entertainment. This week... Birds, tarpaulin, weather and what's inside your Dad's glovebox. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Emilie. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 284: SEIZE HIM!
July 16, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 84.9 MBWe all like a good shout from time to time. This week, The Great Leader generously allows you, the listener, to have a good shout. Plus, Monster Jam action, wisdom teeth & Barbie. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Isobel. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 283: Milk-Coloured Paint
July 09, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 76 MBIn this edition of The Important Broadcast, expect to be amazed, yet again, by the way that Steve Ferdinando's brain works. Plus, The Great Leader asked the nation about their Mums' key rings and began the 2023 Important Broadcast Census as a result... Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Mark. Thank you.
The Charlotte Report: The Required Inquiry
July 04, 2023 11:18 - 16 minutes - 15.5 MBThe required inquiry was completed by Senior Listener Charlotte GLC, for The Great Leader Danny Wallace and The Important Broadcast. It's findings are final and the matter is now closed. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 282: Steve's Holiday Memories
July 02, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 62.6 MBSteve returned from his intrepid, fact-finding mission in Nairobi, via Worthy Farm. Just imagine the stories he has to tell and the wonderful things he's learned! Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Anna (and Tim). Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 281: Tankies...
June 25, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 66.5 MBAs Steve went to find himself in the fields of Worthy Farm, The Great Leader carried on regardless. Such things would never distract him from the task of educating the nation. This week, sceptic tanks, fear and forgiveness, all in equal measure. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Owen. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 280: Sorrow Bacon
June 18, 2023 15:30 - 1 hour - 63.7 MBGet yourselves ready for a vintage Ferdinando self-own this week. Plus, The Great Leader spends 2 minutes in Dubai and the team play a game of Small Talk Tennis. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Senior Listener Katie. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 279: Razor-Focussed
June 11, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 55 MBThe Broadcast moves along at frightening pace today. Expect fascinating tales from The Great Leader, trademark misunderstandings from Steve and some scintillating small-talk from YOU. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Uncle Jim. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 278: New Town Steve
June 04, 2023 16:00 - 1 hour - 73.7 MBThe Broadcast jumped left and right today. Hither and thither it lurched between the sublime, ridiculous and profoundly informative. Steve made up a town, The Great Leader shared his unending car issues and Brian from Leyland fixed a fruit machine. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Paula. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 277: Steve & His 10 Things
May 28, 2023 14:31 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBThe Great (Unflappable) Leader very nearly flapped this week! Due to horrendous traffic he was almost late for the show but thankfully The Parking Gods were shining down on him and he delivered yet another sterling broadcast. Plus Steve reveals his new podcast that’s soon to be on Global Player…! Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Laurie. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 276: Dust Spoon
May 21, 2023 16:30 - 1 hour - 77.9 MBThe Great Leader had his nerves thoroughly jangled this week. Plus, Steve emptied his hoover. That doesn't sound like a lot, but so much happened! Jump in. Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Sir Charles, KIB. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 275: Remind Me To Put The Potatoes On
May 14, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 74.6 MBSteve's talking about Sea-Monkeys again... There's so much more than that, though. The Great Leader waxes lyrical about his love for Halfords, he issues some forgiveness and fearlessly confronts an enemy of The Broadcast... Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Dawn & Richard. Thank you.
The Important Broadcast Module 274: Nice Meat, In A Bowl...
May 07, 2023 18:00 - 1 hour - 79.5 MBIn the post coronation haze, The IBS assembled to bring you a bumper broadcast of reflection, analysis and dissection. Plus, scary nature, a dinner party and some satire... Please send your listener comments to [email protected] This week’s podcast is for Chris Kyle. Thank you.