The Jon Richardson Show on Absolute Radio
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- Nov 14, 2026
About the podcast
Start your weekend right with hilarious moments, great guests and loads more - The Jon Richardson Show on Absolute Radio, Saturdays from 8am.
Episodes 44
Keith stay away from the creamy baby
Don't you have condiments in festive outfits around your house? The preceding two statements can only mean one thing ... despite very strong medical advice against it, Lindsey Santoro joins us! We put more …
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Don't you have condiments in festive outfits around your house? The preceding two statements can only mean one thing ... despite very strong medical advice against it, Lindsey Santoro joins us! We put more celebrities into literal prison and Lindsey has a religious experience whilst playing Santourguide. If you can make sense of any of it, do drop us a line - we love to hear from you - [email protected]
Donde estan los Fart Police
Suzi Ruffell joins us - and it's lucky she does, because Jon is very tired and needs a bit of help getting through complicated things like reading out email addresses. We have more criminal activity for the …
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Suzi Ruffell joins us - and it's lucky she does, because Jon is very tired and needs a bit of help getting through complicated things like reading out email addresses. We have more criminal activity for the literal police to deal with, and Suzi is ruffling some feathers - probably just Jon's, but let us know how you feel - [email protected]
Scarifiying Sea Squirt in Socks and Sandals
It's our spooky, sparkly and occasionally spiky Halloween show! Angela Barnes is back with a hoary horror yarn - but is it true? Jon has been plugging the show on TV again, there is an outstanding listener pun …
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It's our spooky, sparkly and occasionally spiky Halloween show! Angela Barnes is back with a hoary horror yarn - but is it true? Jon has been plugging the show on TV again, there is an outstanding listener pun, and we put another national treasure into literal prison. You can contribute whenever you like - just email [email protected].
The Sound Of A Murdering Potion
(Joust Kidding!) It's the difficult 101st show, made so much easier by the presence of Angela Barnes who has a tale from the southbound Warwick Services on the M40. Jon has a book out, and displays a hitherto …
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(Joust Kidding!) It's the difficult 101st show, made so much easier by the presence of Angela Barnes who has a tale from the southbound Warwick Services on the M40. Jon has a book out, and displays a hitherto unrevealed talent for poetry, although his art leaves something to be desired. Plus there are literal crimes to deal with from Andy Bush, Zoe Lyons and Remi Burgz. We do love receiving your feedback - email [email protected]
One Hundred Episodes, Mucky Boy
Welcome one and all to Jon Richardson's grand celebration - featuring Lindsey Santoro, Suzi Ruffell and Angela Barnes (in spirit, if not in person). We have the usual features, plus added Nosecco and vegan …
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Welcome one and all to Jon Richardson's grand celebration - featuring Lindsey Santoro, Suzi Ruffell and Angela Barnes (in spirit, if not in person). We have the usual features, plus added Nosecco and vegan cake. Please do get involved, your emails are always welcome - [email protected]
Execrable Homing Snails
Jon and Angela are back again, and this week as usual we'll be dealing with more criminal activity with the Literal Police, and Angela has the opposite of an uplifting yarn - but is it true? Plus for podcast …
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Jon and Angela are back again, and this week as usual we'll be dealing with more criminal activity with the Literal Police, and Angela has the opposite of an uplifting yarn - but is it true? Plus for podcast listeners a bonus service as we provide a full itinerary for your day in London for Absolute Radio Live. The starting point may surprise you! (It surprised us.) Get in touch any time you like - [email protected]
God Wouldn't Have Given You Maracas
... if he didn't want you to shake them. Jon is back with Angela Barnes and this week she spins a yarn about a nefarious book thief. We ask the audience 'what is the movie quote you use all the time', and we …
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... if he didn't want you to shake them. Jon is back with Angela Barnes and this week she spins a yarn about a nefarious book thief. We ask the audience 'what is the movie quote you use all the time', and we also talk about USB cords and the extremes you'll go to when you need the loo. Contribute at any time! [email protected]
A Burpy British Walk
... and a sycophantic Swiss Roll. This week Lindsey Santoro is back to add a dollop of chaos into Jon's life. Along with the usual fun we analyse Jon's performance sat next to Nigella Lawson on the TV, the …
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... and a sycophantic Swiss Roll. This week Lindsey Santoro is back to add a dollop of chaos into Jon's life. Along with the usual fun we analyse Jon's performance sat next to Nigella Lawson on the TV, the literal police have their hands full with the first episode of Strictly, and it's Jon's birthday but he doesn't like to talk about it. Do get in touch if you have been affected by any of the issues raised in this episode - [email protected] - and join us next Saturday from 8am on Absolute Radio.
There's a vole in my dirty rat bag
(What am I going to do?) This week Lindsey Santoro joins Jon for a wide ranging, some might say meandering discussion about Jon's inability to flirt effectively, the somewhat worrying contents of Lindsey's …
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(What am I going to do?) This week Lindsey Santoro joins Jon for a wide ranging, some might say meandering discussion about Jon's inability to flirt effectively, the somewhat worrying contents of Lindsey's handbag, and the literal police deal with multiple infractions. Contact us any time at [email protected]
Jon's A Little Horse
This week, Jon and Suzi Ruffell have an awkward disagreement about equine measurement, the listeners help Jon a little bit with ideas for his gig at Absolute Radio Live, and the Literal Police have mixed …
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This week, Jon and Suzi Ruffell have an awkward disagreement about equine measurement, the listeners help Jon a little bit with ideas for his gig at Absolute Radio Live, and the Literal Police have mixed results with their conviction rate. If you like the podcast, why not join us next Saturday morning from 8 on Absolute Radio?
An Asset to Mankind Forever
On this week's festival of jokes, japes and great tunes, Angela Barnes joins us once again to analyse fat Marmots, the effect of fizzy kimchi and whether Angela's yarn about a comedian who lived happily ever …
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On this week's festival of jokes, japes and great tunes, Angela Barnes joins us once again to analyse fat Marmots, the effect of fizzy kimchi and whether Angela's yarn about a comedian who lived happily ever after can possibly be true. We'll also be banging up some repeat offenders in literal prison, and Jon has a request for his listeners. If you love this - why not listen while it happens, live? Every Saturday morning from 8am on Absolute Radio.
You Did It Daddy!
Jon and Angela are back, after a week off, to brighten up your Saturday morning.They'll be finding out who has kept on to the naffest certificate across the country, and giving verdict another radio presenter …
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Jon and Angela are back, after a week off, to brighten up your Saturday morning.
They'll be finding out who has kept on to the naffest certificate across the country, and giving verdict another radio presenter in the literal police.
Plus, Angela's Yarns returns, as Jon figures out whether she is telling the truth or spinning a yarn...The Grit in the Soup
Jon and Angela are back with your emergency Saturday morning alert. We have listeners' suggestions for what emergency text message they would send to the entire country, Jon stands up for an iconic 80s band, we …
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Jon and Angela are back with your emergency Saturday morning alert. We have listeners' suggestions for what emergency text message they would send to the entire country, Jon stands up for an iconic 80s band, we have a bumper crop of Literal infractions, and Angela Barnes spins another Yarn, but is it true? Play along at home, and let us know if there's anything you'd like to add by emailing [email protected]
I'm a big boy and I pelt peas at pensioners
This Week Lindsey Santoro joins us and completely fails to get excited about her Edinburgh Show. Jon recounts his 'big lads' break to Amsterdam, we remember the Summer of 1996 and more miscreants are put in the …
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This Week Lindsey Santoro joins us and completely fails to get excited about her Edinburgh Show. Jon recounts his 'big lads' break to Amsterdam, we remember the Summer of 1996 and more miscreants are put in the Literal Jail. If you've got something to contribute, drop Jon an email - [email protected]
It's Not For Brian
Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for unique take on Saturday mornings! This week, after Jon's daughter recorded him a new alarm sound effect, the guys asked for the loudest or biggest things you've ever …
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Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for unique take on Saturday mornings!
This week, after Jon's daughter recorded him a new alarm sound effect, the guys asked for the loudest or biggest things you've ever slept through!
They also discussed Angela's unfortunate order of ladybirds - and the Literal Police returned with some background checks on the current team...
There's also an emotional farewell - and the added podcast extra of attempting to eat a lot of fish fingers.
As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime! His email is [email protected]
Bring Back Potato Cheesies
Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings!This week, after the show team went for an outing to the darts, there is a big debrief on how it went, as well as how Angela and Jon …
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Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings!
This week, after the show team went for an outing to the darts, there is a big debrief on how it went, as well as how Angela and Jon offset it with middle class activities.
The Literal Police also returns with an offence on the radio airwaves and all the way from Hollywood, and there is news of banana growth and fish finger world records.
As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
Different Rules For Different Fruits
AKA - Mine Wasn't On PaperJoin Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, after Jon went to the cinema in the week, he asked you to help test Angela Barnes cinematic …
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AKA - Mine Wasn't On Paper
Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, after Jon went to the cinema in the week, he asked you to help test Angela Barnes cinematic knowledge...
There's also a first for the Literal Police, and I Love You, But... may genuinely have broken up a friendship.
If you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
Sleek and Nimble at the Slip and Slide
Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon seeks to set the record straight on a video of him at Wimbledon, Suzi ruffles some feathers with a transport based …
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Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon seeks to set the record straight on a video of him at Wimbledon, Suzi ruffles some feathers with a transport based annoyance - and Absolute Radio's newest recruit is looked into by the Literal Police...
I Love You, But... also features a very angry mother, and there is news of fancy dress half marathons and a new way to look for love.
If you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is [email protected]!
You're NOT Having A Giraffe
Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Suzi reveals her childhood fears, I Love You, But... features an angry yorkshireman, and the news that wasn't in the news …
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Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Suzi reveals her childhood fears, I Love You, But... features an angry yorkshireman, and the news that wasn't in the news brings stories of adult slides & giraffes.
The Literal Police also returns with a case against a familiar face and an entire magazine - and Suzi Ruffle Ruffles some feathers with a heat based annoyance...
Got anything you'd like to share with Jon? You can do anytime! His email is [email protected]
Chips, Lobs & Overhead Slams
Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon responds to two fellow comics calling out his appearance, reveals a story about a very elderly (yet happy) tortoise …
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Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon responds to two fellow comics calling out his appearance, reveals a story about a very elderly (yet happy) tortoise - and sports day activities are discussed...
The Literal Police also tackles the World Cup and a fellow comedian...
Our Seoul Correspondent
Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Angela had lots to discuss after her recent trip to South Korea, and Jon revealed all about a birthday party he attended …
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Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Angela had lots to discuss after her recent trip to South Korea, and Jon revealed all about a birthday party he attended during the week.
The Literal Police also returns with news of another show not taking their imprisonment well, with additional news about a repeat offender and our youngest listener working hard in the Literal Police Academy...
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is [email protected]!
Sausage Gobbed Fox
Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, after Jon revealed a complaint he'd made about a local supermarket, we heard your stories of complaints...Jon also …
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Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, after Jon revealed a complaint he'd made about a local supermarket, we heard your stories of complaints...
Jon also lunged his way around the studio - and Lindsey Santourguide returned!
As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
Congrats To Anyone With Hair
Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...This week, the Literal Police returns with a fellow comedian and a fashion icon…Angela Yarnes returns, where she tells a tale and …
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Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...
This week, the Literal Police returns with a fellow comedian and a fashion icon…
Angela Yarnes returns, where she tells a tale and Jon has to work out whether it's true or she's spinning a yarn!
Plus, Jon takes a portion of the show to review the team's fashion choices...
I Don't Think You're Ready For Mint Jelly
Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...This week, Suzi upsets the studio as she ruffles some feathers, we hear from listeners all across the globe - and I Love You …
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Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...
This week, Suzi upsets the studio as she ruffles some feathers, we hear from listeners all across the globe - and I Love You, But... divides opinion.
The Literal Police also returns with cases against a fellow comedian - and news of something Jon has in his pocket...
Ask Tara About The Truncheon
Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, another round of Angela Yarnes takes place, based on her trip to Birmingham this week, and the validity of the Literal …
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Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, another round of Angela Yarnes takes place, based on her trip to Birmingham this week, and the validity of the Literal police is questioned by a listener.
Plus, while Jon was searching through Hereford's tourism website, a new team member was added to the show, in the form of AI Assistant Tara...
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
I Love You GALs
Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon revealed a strange piece of advice he recieved from an AIR BNB host…Plus, there was a big discussion on Giant …
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Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon revealed a strange piece of advice he recieved from an AIR BNB host…
Plus, there was a big discussion on Giant African Land Snails, with complimenting powerpoint presentations…
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
500 Lawnmowers, Literal Friends & A Big Pub Quiz
AKA - Quite The Confident Little BoyJoin Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon revels in the excitement of two big results in the world of football, Angela gets …
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AKA - Quite The Confident Little Boy
Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon revels in the excitement of two big results in the world of football, Angela gets caught out on social media - and Producer Will calls out Jon, live on air...
The Literal Police also return with cases put forward against two friends of Jon, and I Love You, But... features a frustrated fiance.
As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon - you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
The Goat of Podcasts
Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon launches a new feature, aptly titled 'Angela Yarnes' (the name came first, the actual idea later on...), as well as …
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Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon launches a new feature, aptly titled 'Angela Yarnes' (the name came first, the actual idea later on...), as well as explore a news story that may have inspired Angela's next world record attempt.
Plus, producer Will is off on a stag do this weekend, so Jon and Angela share their own tales from their stag & hen dos.
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
Thinking With Synergy Outside The Pod
Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon and Suzi test their knowledge on eachother after a quizzical announcement - and I Love You, But... returns with a …
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Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Jon and Suzi test their knowledge on eachother after a quizzical announcement - and I Love You, But... returns with a disgruntled husband...
A fellow comedian and serial offender appear in the Literal Police, and Suzi ruffles some feathers with a transport-based opinion...
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
Bianca The Fox's Cooked Off Socks Underneath The Brooklyn Suspension Bridge
Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Lindsey tells Jon how he's made her angry recently, they discuss times you've been in the wrong place at the right time …
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Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...
This week, Lindsey tells Jon how he's made her angry recently, they discuss times you've been in the wrong place at the right time - and reveal a very special invitation they've received!
The Literal Police also returns with a TV Presenter and iconic filmmaker - and I Love You, But... talks through a thrill-seeking women in her 90s...
As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is [email protected]!
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