Firecrotch & Normcore: THEY LIKE TO WATCH

Sara Barron/Geoff Lloyd

Sara Barron (Live at the Apollo; Would I Lie to You?) and husband Geoff Lloyd (Reasons to Be Cheerful; Absolute Radio, BBC Radio 5 Live) attempt to answer the biggest question of our time: Are you watching anything good at the moment?

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Our Editor's Take

Firecrotch & Normcore: They Like To Watch is a TV show review podcast. Hosts Sara Barron and Geoff Lloyd love to discuss television. The two comedians review what they have been watching on TV and give recommendations to listeners. Some episodes include interviews with the actors and producers of their favorite shows. Their comedy background makes their analysis of the latest TV releases funny. They are also a married couple, which adds an informal, amusing tone to their discussions. This podcast is an entertaining listen for TV and comedy fans alike.

Podcast host Sara is a comedian from Chicago who now lives in London. She has taken three stand-up shows to the Edinburgh Fringe and London's Soho Theatre. She received a nomination for Best Newcomer at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards. She has appeared on the TV shows 8 Out of 10 Cats and Richard Osman's House of Games.

Geoff is a radio and TV host. He also hosts the Reasons to be Cheerful podcast with politician Ed Miliband. He has been a regular host on BBC Radio 5 Live and Virgin/Absolute Radio. He has won many awards for his broadcasting work. This includes two Sony Radio Academy Awards and a British Press Guild Award.

Sara and Geoff start podcast episodes off with a general conversation. They then focus on their new TV obsession and speak to those involved in its creation. In one episode, they speak to Larry Rickard, cocreator of Ghosts. In another episode, comedian Rose Matafeo joins to discuss her comedy Starstruck. Comedians Bisha K. Ali and Charlie Brooker come on the show to talk about new Black Mirror episodes. Sara and Geoff are big fans of the HBO TV show Succession. They host live shows where they talk to the show's creator Jesse Armstrong and writer Lucy Prebble.

Firecrotch & Normcore: They Like To Watch releases new episodes weekly. Each episode is around one hour long. Sara and Geoff always warn listeners if episodes feature TV show spoilers.

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Join us and JESSE ARMSTRONG for THEY LIKE TO WATCH Live! at the Edinburgh Fringe

Join us and JESSE ARMSTRONG for THEY LIKE TO WATCH Live! at the Edinburgh Fringe

Saturday 26th August. 12 noon. Assembly Ballroom TICKETS: https://assemblyfestival.com/whats-on/they-like-to-watch-live-with-jesse-armstrong/performances Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

Anyone Remember 'Succession'?

Anyone Remember 'Succession'?

Hello! We're back in full-on Firecrotch & Normcore mode to look back on the 'Succession' finale, broadcast a year ago today.It's *definitely* because we want to mark a significant cultural anniversary, and not because it's half-term and we thought we'd phone it in with a clip show so we can spend some time with our kid.See Sara falter: https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk/event-detail/sara-barron-anything-for-you-wip-13th-jun-the-bill-murray-london-tickets-202406131830/Edited by Annabel Port. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An Extraordinary Amount of Duct Tape. And DECLAN LAWN (Blue Lights)

An Extraordinary Amount of Duct Tape. And DECLAN LAWN (Blue Lights)

It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood, a beautiful day for a neighbour, would you be mine. WOULD YOU BE MINE?This week, we buy flammable kids' clothes, we ask "Is there ever really COM alongside ROM?" plus we speak to a man who, in his 40s, made his dreams come true, Blue Lights co-creator Declan Lawn. Let him serve as a beacon of hope to none of us.Write to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comHelp us avoid a Patreon plateau: https://patreon.com/theyliketowatchEdited by Tom's older lover, Annabel Emily Port. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stab It. Eat It. Yum. And James Rogan (ABBA: Against The Odds)

Stab It. Eat It. Yum. And James Rogan (ABBA: Against The Odds)

Välkommen and bienvenue, welcome! We've been poring over this year's BAFTA TV award winners. Yay for Sarah Phelps and 'The Sixth Commandment'! But how did the UK television industry honour the swansong of 'Succession' - its finest export? NUL POINTS! We watched the show that usurped Business Throne.PLUS: The Eurovision party isn't over. We talk to James Rogan, the man behind the new documentary, 'ABBA: Against The Odds'.Lay All Your Love On Me: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comGimme Gimme Gimme Money Money Money: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHChiquitita: Annabel Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Quaker Oats. And Ashley Storrie (DINOSAUR)

Olive Oil, Salt, Pepper, Quaker Oats. And Ashley Storrie (DINOSAUR)

It's Cineaste Week! We don't know how it happened (we DO know how it happened) but this week we're all films, all the time. All available on your TV screen, of course. We watched one light confection, one terror-scape, and maaaaaaybe the best thing we've seen since Succession?Also, this week's guest is the wonderful Ashley Storrie, co-writer and star of the BBC hit Dinosaur. Write to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comHelp Sara see her dad: https://patreon.com/theyliketowatchSee Sara work it out in Brighton: https://www.brightonfringe.org/events/sara-barron-anything-for-you/Edited by the woman whose parents - to cheer her up after a divorce as a 30-something - on a weekend away to Auschwitz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My Dad's Old Bod. And Will Tracy (THE REGIME)

My Dad's Old Bod. And Will Tracy (THE REGIME)

We're baaaaaaaaack! Say this to yourself OR passers-by in the style of Poltergeist II.We love all our guests equally, of course, but this week's is extra spesh because - HELLO - it's Succession writer and showrunner of The Regime, Will Tracy! We have an exciting connection, and the discovery of that connection, during the interview, was a major podcast highlight. Plus: Sara roleplays being a Deliverer of Hard Truths and Geoff confronts his fears about UnfrostedWrite to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comLet Sara see her dad many times before he dies: https://www.patreon.com/theyliketowatchSee Sara working it all out in Machynlleth: https://machcomedyfest.co.uk/show/2024/sara-barron-anything-for-you-work-in-progress/Or Brighton: https://www.brightonfringe.org/events/sara-barron-anything-for-you/Edited by our friend, her son's mother, and her lover's lover, Annabel Emily Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Interview-only Semisode Because Sara is Sick: Andy Milligan (ANT & DEC'S SATURDAY NIGHT TAKEAWAY)

Interview-only Semisode Because Sara is Sick: Andy Milligan (ANT & DEC'S SATURDAY NIGHT TAKEAWAY)

Sara has tonsillitis - she's on antibiotics and complete vocal rest. She had a fever dream where she was drawn towards the light, but spotted her late grandmother on the other side and fled.So, it's a truncated episode this week (a semisode?): An interview we'd already recorded before she was struck down. And what an interview! It's Andy Milligan, writer of The Sopranos of shiny-floor entertainment TV - Ant & Dec's Saturday Night Takeaway.Send Firecrotch a get-well-soon email: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comBuy her a Lucozade: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by Annabel Port, who is in rude health. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Underarm Meat and a Wide Ribcage. And Michelle Singer & Stu Richards (THE ASSEMBLY)

Underarm Meat and a Wide Ribcage. And Michelle Singer & Stu Richards (THE ASSEMBLY)

Happy birthday to our son, who's eight today. He'll never read this, although he was recently overheard saying, "Mom can't decide what she's doing for her quick watch". Kids these days! Etc.This week it's our great pleasure to speak to Rockerdale Studios creative director, Stu Richards, and head of production, Michelle Singer, about their SMASH HIT The Assembly. You're not living life to the fullest if you haven't seen this show, and you know we don't say that lightly. Plus: a master-class in martial passive-aggression, Ripley (finally!), and boundaries, baby, BOUNDARIES. Hit us up with some dopamine via our inbox: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comHelp Sara with her eyes, nails and artisanal fertiliser: https://www.patreon.com/theyliketowatchEdited by she of the raven-hair and golden-throat, Ms. Annabel Emily Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gems! Meteorites! Paintings! And Monica Beletsky (MANHUNT)

Gems! Meteorites! Paintings! And Monica Beletsky (MANHUNT)

It's cold and rainy and we promised to take our child to a farm near Heathrow airport. What fabulous journey are you on today?This week's guest - fresh off her rave review in the New York Times - is 'Manhunt' showrunner, Monica Beletsky! We discuss how to make old-timey feel new-timey, and how to manage a complex timeline. And Abe Lincoln's beard. Plus: We watch TV featuring (in no particular order) Michael Sheen, Steve Martin and Larry David.Michael Sheen is 25 years older than his wifeSteve Martin is 26 years older than his wifeLarry David is 31 years older than his wife.“The heart wants what it wants. There’s no logic to those things. You meet someone and you fall in love and that’s that.” ~ Woody AllenIndicate precisely what you mean to say: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comEvery summer we could rent a cottage in the Isle of Wight (if it's not too dear): https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHDigging the weeds: Annabel Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Those People Can Get Stampeded. And Eric Newman (NARCOS/GRISELDA)

Those People Can Get Stampeded. And Eric Newman (NARCOS/GRISELDA)

HEY HOLLYWOOD! What is this, Chateau Marmont?! This week's guest is Hollywood insider, the impossibly lovely Eric Newman, creator of Narcos and Griselda. We talk collabs with famous actors, and how to sensitively portray real-life people on screen. Plus the dos and don'ts of portraying drug lords specifically! Can't you just feel the California breeze in the palm trees as you read this?! How lovely. Also we've got the new Sally Wainwright, Taylor Swift and a show where a hot girl works in a record shop. HAVE YOU EVER HEARD OF SUCH A THING?Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comGet into our hot HOT bonus content: patreon.com/theyliketowachEdited by our little dream-canoe, Annabel PortNepo-friendy book plug! Buy 'Star Trek: Discovering The TV Series' by Tom Salinsky: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Star-Trek-Discovering-Original-Generation/dp/1399035045 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Little Wigs Abound! And Russell T Davies (DOCTOR WHO)

Little Wigs Abound! And Russell T Davies (DOCTOR WHO)

We've never been in love beforeWe thought our hearts were safeWe thought we knew the score! Are these lyrics from a musical? Or rather our unbridled feelings for this week's guest who just so happens to be RUSSELL T. DAVIES? WHAT IF IT IS BOTH? Dreams come true you guys, you just have to keep dreaming. This week's guest, see above, is the showrunner of Doctor Who, creator of It's a Sin, Queer as Folk, and too much more to mention. The King of British TV, and our new hero. Our hearts are full of gratitude towards beloved friend and listener Jan McVerry, without whom none of this would've happened!Keep writing to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comJoin our Patreon for the FULL, HOUR-LONG CONVO WITH RUSSELL: patreon.com/theyliketowatchEdited by Annabel Port. Read her Substack, or Google her business endeavour, Get Get GotInterview engineered by Ed @ Spiritland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One Clean Pig. And Meredith Scardino (GIRLS5EVA)

One Clean Pig. And Meredith Scardino (GIRLS5EVA)

Hey now, hey now, there's a wall between us! Tear down that wall! We just want connection. You. Me. Us. The animals. This week, Sara's dreams come true (Geoff's come true next week WATCH THIS SPACE) when we speak to Girls5eva creator Meredith Scardino. It's the best comedy in 5eva, as far as we're concerned, and we are never wrong. Plus: One amazing film, one v good documentary, and a decent glitzy-glamy drama. Plus-Plus: We want a dog. Do sheep-a-doodles really need a massive outdoor garden?Write to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comBuy us a dog! patreon.com/theyliketowatchEdited by Annabel Port, former birthday girl and current best of women Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I Have Flexible Legs. And Ed Kellie. (THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL)

I Have Flexible Legs. And Ed Kellie. (THE JURY: MURDER TRIAL)

Hola amigas y amigos!We're here to share our thoughts, feelings and TV recommendations. Plus, we get to talk to the executive producer and creative director behind Channel 4's 'The Jury: Murder Trial', Ed Kellie.If you're reading this the same week as we're writing it, come and see Sara's work-in-progress at the Bill Murray Comedy Club in Islington, London, this Sunday afternoon: https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk/event-detail/sara-barron-work-in-progress-17th-mar-the-bill-murray-london-tickets-202403171600/If you're reading this in the future, WHAT'S IT LIKE? How did Sara's work-in-progress go?Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comKeep us: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by Annabel Port. Happy birthday, Annabel! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Mademoiselles Stay In. And Lou Sanders (UNFORGIVABLE)

The Mademoiselles Stay In. And Lou Sanders (UNFORGIVABLE)

Come on girls! Do you believe in love? 'Cause I've got something to say about it, and it goes something like this!(No offence to Madonna, but that double 'something' ^ is really, erm... something.)Your transatlantic sweethearts are back with more TV for you to watch, *and* fresh from the rink, it's the funniest of them all... LOU SANDERS. She's back for more sidekicking with Mel Giedroyc on 'Unforgivable' (DAVE TV).See Sara's work-in-progress at the Bill Murray Comedy Club in London on Sunday 17th March: https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk/event-detail/sara-barron-work-in-progress-17th-mar-the-bill-murray-london-tickets-202403171600/ Email your mom and dad: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comBankroll us: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by Annabel Port. Read her Substack, it's good: https://annabelport.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

My Parents are in a Lot of Google Earth Images. And Rosie Jones (OUT OF ORDER)

My Parents are in a Lot of Google Earth Images. And Rosie Jones (OUT OF ORDER)

Spring is in the air! OR IS IT? Have we been wrongly convinced by one nice cherry blossom, when if fact most cherry blossoms are taking their time? Don't generalize, you guys!This week we're speaking to our friend and national-treasure-in-the-making, stand-up comedian Rosie Jones, about her new panel show Out of Order, big frocks, online bullies and - SPOILER ALERT - meeting Cher. (CHER!)Tickets for Sara's W.I.P. (not to be confused with W.A.P.) at the Bill Murray: bit.ly/3OYyAKfWrite to us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comSupport us financially!: patreon.com/theyliketowatchEdited by Annabel Port. She'll never know how much she means to us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Sleep Schedule of a Cow. And Issa Lopez (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)

The Sleep Schedule of a Cow. And Issa Lopez (TRUE DETECTIVE: NIGHT COUNTRY)

Welcome! How are you? Look at you! You look fantastic. Did you get surgery? You must give us your guy's number. Or gal. NOT ALL COSMETIC SURGEONS ARE MEN.This week, we are graced by the presence of one of the hottest showrunners in the world right now - Issa Lopez, creator of 'True Detective: Night Country'. Spoiler: She is wonderful.Correspond with us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comBankroll us: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHCome and see Sara's work-in-progress: https://www.angelcomedy.co.uk/event-detail/sara-barron-work-in-progress-17th-mar-the-bill-murray-london-tickets-202403171600/Edited by Annabel Port. LOVE HER. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pointe Shoes. And Jeff Schaffer (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM)

Pointe Shoes. And Jeff Schaffer (CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM)

What the world needs now is love, sweet love. And TV recommendations... Your podcast Valentines are here to oblige.PLUS... a man who's been at the heart of some the best comedy of the past thirty years: 'Curb Your Enthusiasm' executive producer/writer/director, 'Seinfeld' alumni, and 'Dave' creator, Jeff Schaffer. He's our darling.Share your love with an email: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comShare your love with money: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHShare your love with our editor, Annabel Port, by subscribing to her Substack: https://annabelport.substack.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I Guess I'm a Llama Lady Now. And Gemma Whelan (BALENCIAGA)

I Guess I'm a Llama Lady Now. And Gemma Whelan (BALENCIAGA)

Hey beaus and boos! There's a song stuck in our heads, and after listening to this, it'll be stuck in yours, too - if it isn't already.Also, you're in for a treat, because we're talking to excellent actor and even-more-excellent person, Gemma Whelan.SHA-LA! SHA-LINGAY!Let's be in touch: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comWe love your money: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by Annabel 'The Flying Flea' Port Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get Your F***ing Hand Off My Lemons. And Kitty Flanagan (FISK)

Get Your F***ing Hand Off My Lemons. And Kitty Flanagan (FISK)

Heyyyy! We all made it through January (touch wood, there's still a day and a bit to go. Oh no. What if we've TEMPTED FATE?), and we're thrilled to bring you Kitty Flanagan - creator and star of 'Fisk' on Netflix - all the way from Melbourne, Australia. We had some tech issues, and the sound is a bit ropier than usual, but it used to take 18 months to get episodes of 'Neighbours' from down under to the UK, so it's a miracle, really. Don't be ungrateful!Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comSupport us: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by: Annabel Port. HERO. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A Light Touch with an Adverb. And Jack Rooke (BIG BOYS)

A Light Touch with an Adverb. And Jack Rooke (BIG BOYS)

Hello? Are you there? IS THIS ON? Sara skips parents' evening, and justifies revenge scenarios. Plus we talk to Big Boys creator, Jack Rooke, about what it's like being The Grief Guy, PLUS - as always! - we tell you what's worth it on that hot little small screen.Email us: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comSara needs her eyes done: https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by darling girl, Annabel Port. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

People in Cafés Have a Lot of Dreams. And Leo Reich (LITERALLY WHO CARES?)

People in Cafés Have a Lot of Dreams. And Leo Reich (LITERALLY WHO CARES?)

How do you do, fellow kids?* We're joined by hot thing (in every sense - he's blowing up, he has a face you want to kiss, and he is a profuse sweater), Leo Reich. He's here to talk about his new HBO special, 'Literally Who Cares?'Plus, what you ought to be watching on teevs, and Sara voices some mild doubts about the role life coaches play in our society.Connect with us via email: fuckoff@firecrotchandnormcore.comConnect with us in a deeper way (ie. financially): https://www.patreon.com/THEYLIKETOWATCHEdited by Annabel Port. To know, know, know her is to love, love, love her.* With apologies to 30 Rock Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.