Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast

Comedy

About

Radio Academy Award winning Frank and Emily bring you a show which is like joining your mates for a coffee... So, put the kettle on, sit down and enjoy Frank Off The Radio.

Episodes

  • Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast: Kathleen Jamie

    Kathleen Jamie discusses her poem "The Treehouse" with Frank Skinner. The poem is featured in her collection also titled "The Treehouse".

  • Devastating News For Frank

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Rob Auton. The episode includes a pyjama revelation from Frank, a cathartic party conversation, an Elvis story, and an update on world news.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Family Changing Room

    This episode from 2013 features Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun discussing various topics including the Northampton Clown, lessons, Jelly Babies, drunk wasps, and taking group photos at weddings.

  • A New Ending For The Show

    Frank Skinner, Emily Dean, and Rob Auton share personal anecdotes. They discuss recent events in their lives, including a viral social media moment, a bathroom incident, and a train journey.

  • Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast: Richard Brautigan

    In this episode of Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast, Frank Skinner explores the works of Richard Brautigan. He discusses the novel “Trout Fishing in America” and several poems, including “Widow’s Lament” and “Love Poem.”

  • Burlesque or Burly Q?

    Frank Skinner and Steve Hall are joined again to discuss a film. Frank also receives audience feedback regarding his shoes. The episode is from "Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast".

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Sugars

    Frank Skinner and co-hosts revisit 2013, discussing mistaken identity and Peter Capaldi's casting as Doctor Who. The episode also includes conversations about household chores and reasons for breaking up with people.

  • Frank’s Uneven Shoulders

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Steve Hall. They discuss Frank's app idea and gigging, and Frank shares a poem about South West Water.

  • Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast: George Herbert

    Frank Skinner discusses the 17th-century poet George Herbert. He references Herbert's poems “The Collar” and “The Pulley” in this episode.

  • Making Friends In A Record Store Day Queue

    Frank, Emily, and Rob Auton discuss various topics including making friends in a record store queue, Tudor fancy dress, Friends Reunited, and interacting with strangers. Frank also mentions finding a new gift for himself.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Naked Bike Ride

    In this episode of Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast, Frank, Emily and Alun revisit 2013. They discuss Frank's eventful week, Emily's trip to Los Angeles, and an issue Barack Obama had with names.

  • The Tooth Fairy Has A Side Hustle

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Rob Auton. They discuss Frank's recent barber visit, Rob's childhood reminiscences, and an email regarding Frank's mugs.

  • Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast: Erasure Poetry

    Frank Skinner discusses erasure poetry with Nicole Sealey and Emma Filtness, referencing poems from “The Ferguson Report: An Erasure” and “This Savage Language.” They explore poems found within prose, specifically “Page 260” and “Page 5.”

  • Visited By The Water Police

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Steve Hall. They discuss low-tech advice, a builder update, and listener emails from the Outside World.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Childhood Fears

    In this 2013 episode of Frank Skinner's Radio Days, Frank, Emily, and Alun discuss various topics including childhood fears, unusual mugs, and the Dr. Who vacancy.

  • Accidental Gorpcore

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Steve Hall. They discuss Frank's themed cafe experience, an accidental fashion statement, Steve's interesting night out, and the concept of dining and dashing.

  • Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast: Poetry Anthologies

    In this episode of Frank Skinner's Poetry Podcast, Frank Skinner explores poetry anthologies, specifically 'A Century of Poetry in The New Yorker: 1925-2025'. He references poems including 'My Great-Grandmother’s Bible' by Spencer Reece an…

  • Things To Do In The Black Country

    Johnny White Really Really guests on the podcast. Emily's builders believe she has an elephant, Johnny discovers Prince Edward, and Frank finds common ground with Julie Walters.

  • Ghosted by Who Do You Think You Are

    Johnny White Really Really joins Frank to discuss his holiday, Frank's sense of direction, and a message from Mr O.S. The episode covers these topics and more.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: The Scottish Play

    In this 2013 episode, Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun discuss a bus confrontation, new sunglasses, a Women's Institute mistake, and the Luis Suarez incident. This show is called Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast.

  • Role-Playing As Ray Davies

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Rob Auton. They discuss celebrity encounters and share thoughts on Project Hail Mary, exploring various stories and ideas during the episode.

  • Kinky Boots, Cardi B and Romeo and Juliet

    Frank Skinner, Emily Dean, and Rob Auton discuss various topics including Kinky Boots, Cardi B, and Romeo and Juliet. They also touch on red carpet experiences, faux velvet, and moon people.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: High Five

    Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun look back at highlights from 2013 on Frank Off The Radio. This episode features Frank's birthday, a discussion with Richard Madeley, and awkward interview moments.

  • It's Gone Very Music Hall

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards to discuss various experiences, including an unusual walk Frank had, Milo's sub-par weekend, and Frank's first time glamping. This episode is from Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Po…

  • Apple Maps Humiliated Frank

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Frank's journey into Soho Radio, a public service announcement, the Milk Tray Man, shoulder peak, and an incident with a goose.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Pickling

    This episode of Frank Off The Radio features Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun revisiting radio highlights from 2013, covering topics such as a taxi incident, a comment in a shop, a FaceTime blunder, and a discussion about Monopoly. It compil…

  • Lemsip's Been Cancelled

    In this episode, Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Frank being chastised for not knowing a saying and Emily's experience at a new dentist.

  • Will Milo Make It?

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards. They try childhood sweets and discuss Frank's black box. Frank also mentions his "30 Years of Dirt" special recording.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Sliced Cheese

    In this 2012 episode, Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun discuss various topics including bad Christmas presents, Dad jokes, and a root canal. They also talk about one of Frank's worst evenings.

  • Crufts

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Poppy's birthday and Emily's visit to Crufts, where she had a stressful encounter.

  • Frank Compares Himself To The Kardashians

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Milo Edwards to discuss everyday anecdotes, including insurance drama, charity muggers, and a humorous error regarding Clifford the Big Red Dog. The episode covers a series of lighthearted persona…

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Aftershave

    Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun review highlights from late 2012. Topics include a James Bond Anniversary, a baking competition judged by Frank, and a discussion about TV personalities and aftershave.

  • A Friendship Mentor for Frank

    Frank and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Frank's car fright, Emily's visit to Sandy Mason, school matrons, a Frank-related tattoo, and Dom Joly.

  • Punch the Monkey

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards to discuss a Dr. Who screening, Punch the Monkey, bingo, and the Elvis movie. They also address listener correspondence.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Essex Lion

    Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun discuss Frank's difficult holiday and comedy silver lining. Emily shares her trip to Liverpool, and Alun talks about an epic fail.

  • An Only Connect Round

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by Milo Edwards to discuss hoodies, Milo's birthday, and James Bond. This episode is from Frank Off The Radio: The Frank Skinner Podcast.

  • We've Consulted the Show Stenographer

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Frank's film premiere, a note Cath gave him about the podcast, and Milo's misstep regarding Frank's favorite TV show.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Toothache

    In this 2012 episode of Frank Off The Radio, Frank Skinner and the team talk about the London Olympics Opening Ceremony, Frank being photographed with baby Buzz, goldfish, and leftover chips.

  • Shortlisted?

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Milo Edwards. They discuss Frank's post, Emily's DM, pease pudding correspondence, and cheques.

  • A Disastrous Valentine's Day

    Frank Skinner and Emily are joined by guest Milo Edwards. The episode features Frank's moral dilemma, a phone call from the police, and a story from Milo about a trip on a Russian train.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Olympic Torch

    This episode revisits highlights from Frank Skinner's radio show in 2012. It includes discussions on the Jubilee Flotilla, an IEM about Will.I.Am, and an update on Frank's news.

  • Arguing Inside a Virtual World

    In this episode, Frank and Emily are joined by Johnny White Really-Really. They discuss the Winter Olympics and Johnny's current obsession.

  • They Want Tears, Not Laughter

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean welcome guest Johnny White Really-Really. They talk about Johnny's recent emotional television appearance and Emily's embarrassing start to the recording.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: The Web

    This episode of Frank Off The Radio features Frank Skinner, Emily Dean, and Alun Cochrane reminiscing about Frank's radio experiences in 2012, including a funny cab ride and an awkward moment with Miles Jupp.

  • Frank Off The Radio: Best Of - Part 2

    This episode of Frank Off The Radio presents a selection of previous highlights. Topics include the cost of a pint and an argument at the opera. The episode also references "THOSE boys on the Thames Path."

  • Frank Off The Radio: Best Of - Part 1

    This episode is a 'Best Of' compilation. It includes discussions about Frank's packed lunch, a surprise announcement, and an award received at The Golden Lobes.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Late

    Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun look back at highlights from 2012, including discussions on the fuel crisis, April Fool's Day pranks, and leaving social gatherings early. The hosts also share their thoughts on objects that cause them frustr…

  • Ten Second Eye Contact

    Frank Skinner and Emily Dean are joined by Sara Barron. They discuss Frank's birthday card, Sara's mid-life crisis, and wild swimming.

  • Happy Birthday, Frank!

    In this episode, Frank Skinner celebrates his 69th birthday with Emily and Sara Barron. They discuss a middle-class theft and hear from the outside world.

  • Frank Skinner’s Radio Days: Swimming Challenge

    In this episode, Frank Skinner, Emily, and Alun revisit highlights from 2012, including discussions on haircuts, restaurant experiences, and Frank's Sport Relief swimming challenge. It also features a segment exploring whether Frank is wor…