Episodes

  • The Australia Special

    The Australia Special
    Jun 17 2026
    Who are Shanthi’s favourite Australians? And why didn’t she move to Australia?This Thursday’s episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show is an Australian special, celebrating all our listeners from down under - we’ve got a boomerang, flags, a kangaroo and hats - we’re not here to f*ck spiders!Shanthi reveals some secret stories, including how Romesh could’ve been born in Australia, plus she plays a game of guess the Australian phrase and even attempts the accents.We also answer questions from our Australian listeners on swearing in front of parents, if you should have more than one child and what are our favourite types of c*nt.Don’t forget to like and subscribe!A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters:00:00 Intro03:31 Cork hats08:52 Shanthi on Australia09:56 Australian family10:53 Shanthi attempts an Aussie accent12:05 Favourite Australians15:45 Wikifeet16:25 Aussie phrases20:06 Shanthi on ShxtsNGigs23:15 The c-bomb26:47 Another question31:50 Snake training37:43 We answer another question43:44 Live shows and a trip to Australia45:03 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 mins
  • ShxtsNGigs On WORST Fan Interactions, Imposter Syndrome & Touring

    ShxtsNGigs On WORST Fan Interactions, Imposter Syndrome & Touring
    Jun 14 2026
    How did ShxtsNGigs become one of the biggest podcasts in the world? James and Fuhad join Romesh to talk about taking ShxtsNGigs from a side project to a global phenomenon, selling out arenas, building a loyal audience of millions and navigating the pressures that come with success. They discuss imposter syndrome, awkward fan encounters, life before podcasting and the challenges of balancing friendship with business. They open up about mental health, finding purpose in work and why positive male friendships matter more than ever in times of the manosphere. Plus, a classic question from Shanthi, stories from the road, the reality of podcast touring and a game of Misquoted. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 02:23 ShxtsNGigs call out Romesh 03:11 Sweating 05:07 Imposter syndrome 07:04 Rom’s bad job 10:15 A gift for ShxtsNGigs 11:35 Rick Glassman’s pod 12:52 What were their podcast goals? 18:23 Going on tour 20:43 Tobi hate 21:33 Can Romesh be a friend? 29:16 A Shanthi question 34:21 Trying not to be rude 36:37 Strange fan interactions 46:26 Work and friendship 48:33 When Fuhad was done 52:22 Positive male role models 59:02 Misquoted 01:10:00 An exclusive 01:13:47 Outro 📺 Follow us for new episodes! 📲 Head to our socials: https://linktr.ee/theromeshshow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 18 mins
  • Which World Cup Footballers Would Shanthi Date?

    Which World Cup Footballers Would Shanthi Date?
    Jun 10 2026
    Would Shanthi date Harry Kane? In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Shanthi puts some of football's biggest names under the microscope as she decides which World Cup stars she'd date, which she'd avoid and why Cristiano Ronaldo could be her son. Romesh attempts to teach Shanthi some football phrases ahead of the World Cup, Shanthi shares the story of the time she crashed into Romesh's gate, and there's a heated debate about whether Lionel Messi is actually as nice as everyone thinks he is. Plus, we answer your listener dilemmas, including how to approach a neighbour about dog sitting and advice for parents navigating the teenage years. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters 00:00 Intro 04:14 Shanthi calls out Rom 07:51 World Cup chat 10:02 Romesh calls out TV Channels 10:46 God visited Shanthi 11:25 A dating game 23:04 The pizza van debacle 25:45 Shanthi wrecked Romesh’s gate 27:41 Detective Shanthi 29:17 Shanthi tries some footy cheers 38:12 On Emily Atack 40:40 Does Shanthi get nervous? 43:15 Answering your questions 54:08 Advice on parenting teenagers 01:00:44 Outro This episode is brought to you by Dear England - the new new fictionalised drama from BBC. Watch on www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Emily Atack on The Inbetweeners, Unwanted DMs and Nobody’s Fool

    Emily Atack on The Inbetweeners, Unwanted DMs and Nobody’s Fool
    Jun 7 2026
    Does Emily Atack wish she didn’t have to still talk about The Inbetweeners? And how does she cope with strangers shouting ‘Big Tits' at her?Actor, comedian and TV personality Emily Atack joins us on this week’s and discusses everything from how she landed the role of Charlotte Hinchcliffe in The Inbetweeners, to selling out tickets to her first ever show, before she’d even written it. We also talk about her documentary, Am I Asking For It?, tennis scenes in Rivals and her latest show Nobody’s Fool with Danny Dyer.Emily also talks about how her life has changed from Camden living days to country life and being a mum, plus could Romesh be getting ordained to marry Emily and her scientist husband?Plus, Shanthi wants to know all the gossip in her question to Emily AND she gives us an exclusive and it’s something you won’t be expecting!A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Shanthi’s Love Languages & Philosophical Questions

    Shanthi’s Love Languages & Philosophical Questions
    Jun 3 2026
    What should Shanthi learn next? In this week's episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show we talk love languages, getting Shanthi on Raya and we even get a bit philosophical, plus Shanthi always wants to learn something new so send in your suggestions. We also answer more of your emails and voicenotes (as well as some roasting of Romesh) discussing career changes, age gaps and communication between sons and mothers. Plus, will Shanthi be seeing the Wayan brothers new movie, Scary Movie? And is Romesh going to buy her a Rolex for Christmas? Speaking of Christmas, THAT Christmas list pops up again… A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. Chapters: 00:00 Intro02:12 On Scary Movie03:03 Philosophical questions10:26 What has Shanthi learnt?11:40 Raya12:11 Your questions15:08 Love Languages23:31 Shanthi’s wants a Rolex27:12 Memorable trips28:42 A question on university and changing careers39:29 We answer another question from you39:56 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    43 mins
  • The Wayans Brothers on Scary Movie, White Chicks & How Comedy Has Gone Woke

    The Wayans Brothers on Scary Movie, White Chicks & How Comedy Has Gone Woke
    May 31 2026
    Is there going to be a White Chicks 2? Comedy legends Marlon and Shawn Wayans join The Romesh Ranganathan Show to talk about bringing Scary Movie back, the lasting impact of White Chicks and why Hollywood stopped making big comedy films. From creating iconic parody movies and surviving brutal reviews to growing up in one of comedy’s most influential families, the Wayans reflect on decades of making audiences laugh and why comedy might actually be harder than ever now. The brothers also discuss the chaos of In Living Color, their comedy influences and what it's like working with family and their legacy. They also touch on Marlon's love of stand-up and how it's shaped everything they do. Plus: Shanthi asks a question, the team gets roasted and there’s a heated complaint about the studio temperature. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. 00:00 Intro 02:45 Tired Vibes & Tim Kash 04:41 On being in London 05:20 A gift for the guys 07:55 Scary Movie 08:38 The abscence of comedy movies 10:05 The difficulty of the comedy genre 13:36 The family effect and legacy 16:43 Making Scary Movie 18:24 Finding movie tropes 19:27 On reviews 20:41 A question from Shanthi 22:21 Working with family 26:25 On In Living Colour and Sketch 29:46 The team gets a roast 30:31 The Superbowl Show 33:38 A complaint about the room temperature 34:00 A brief shout out to Tim Kash 35:00 On representation 36:44 A game of Misquoted 39:23 What’s next? 41:06 On Stand up 45:15 Cancel culture 47:46 An exclusive 48:19 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    52 mins
  • Shanthi Opens Up About Life In Sri Lanka

    Shanthi Opens Up About Life In Sri Lanka
    May 27 2026
    What was Shanthi’s life like before the podcast? In this Thursday episode of The Romesh Ranganathan Show, Shanthi becomes the guest as Romesh talks to her about her childhood in Sri Lanka, meeting his dad, moving to the UK and the difficult years that followed. She opens up about losing her father at a young age, the freedom she found after leaving Sri Lanka and the financial struggles the family faced while trying to rebuild their lives in the UK. We also celebrate the team hitting 100,000 subscribers on YouTube with the arrival of the classic Silver Plaque. Plus: thoughts on Aziz Ansari’s appearance on the show and your listener dilemmas, including questions about luck vs fate, marriage roles and family drama. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. 00:00 Intro 03:45 On Aziz Ansari on the show 06:38 Getting to know Shanthi 08:09 What’s happened to Shanthi’s house? 11:45 Rapid fire questions 20:41 We reached 100k subscribers! 24:00 Questions from you 25:58 Theorising luck 34:31 A question on marriage roles 40:22 We answer another email 45:34 An alternative outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    51 mins
  • Aziz Ansari on Parks and Rec, Master of None & Living in London

    Aziz Ansari on Parks and Rec, Master of None & Living in London
    May 24 2026
    What happens when one of the world’s biggest comedians swaps Hollywood for a flip phone and a quieter life? Comedian, writer, actor and director Aziz Ansari joins Romesh Ranganathan for a wide-ranging conversation about stand-up, identity, culture, creativity and getting older. From selling out Madison Square Garden to creating one of the most renowned Netflix comedy-dramas, Master of None, Aziz reflects on the pressure of chasing great work. He discusses his career from starting in stand-up, to Parks And Recreation, to directing his new film Good Fortune starring Keanu Reeves and Seth Rogen, looking at how the comedy scene has changed over time. The pair also discuss growing up in immigrant families, blending cultures, working with parents and all-things UK, from settling in to football culture. Plus Aziz's passion for cooking and cookbooks. As always expect an unhinged questions from Shanthi and a good game of Misquoted finish. A Ranga Bee Production in partnership with Platform. 00:00 Intro 03:39 Have Aziz and Rom met? 04:05 Tamil and blending cultures 12:38 On age 13:38 A gift for Aziz 15:49 Can Aziz handle hot sauce? 17:20 Moving to the UK 18:05 Football 19:22 On Master of None 25:55 Parents and support 31:34 Working with parents 34:09 A question from Shanthi 36:10 Selling out Madison Square Garden 37:00 Finding creative balance 39:22 Stand up in New York 43:56 How has Aziz’s standup changed? 50:50 On Parks And Recreation 57:10 How hard is it to make a movie? 1:01:57 Chasing your best work 1:03:42 Misquoted 1:12:30 An exclusive 1:15:25 Outro Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 18 mins