The Germans – Episode 6

Gerry and Iain return to the original Columbo Podcast feed this week to begin a ten-week run looking at the first season of Poker Face, a new drama with strong influences from the Lieutenant’s investigations. Tune in to see how the show stacks up and whether it’s a worthy successor to the classic series. We’d […] The post Introducing The Poker Face Podcast first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

It’s been quick, painless and a lot of fun but after just twelve episodes we’ve reached the end. In this podcast Gerry and Iain look at some of the best moments from the series, along with a look at how well the show stands up in 2018.     Fawlty Towers can be viewed on Netflix in the […] The post Podcast Finale first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

Basil the Rat was the final episode of Fawlty Towers‘ second season and featured an extended escapade as Manuel’s pet rat roams the hotel in the middle of a hygiene inspection. In this podcast Gerry and Iain leave the studio door open so they can get some exercise.     Guests in this episode included John Quarmby […] The post Basil the Rat – Episode 12 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

The Anniversary was the penultimate episode of Fawlty Towers‘ second season and featured Polly dressed as Sybil trying to persuade Sybil’s friends that Sybil wasn’t out. In this podcast Gerry and Iain share a choc ice.     Guests in this episode included the inspired Ken Campbell as Roger (a late replacement for the strike-inconvenienced Julian Holloway); […] The post The Anniversary – Episode 11 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

The Kipper and the Corpse was the fourth episode of Fawlty Towers‘ second season and the show that finally pushed Manuel to breaking point. In this podcast Gerry and Iain check the use-by dates on various breakfast foods.     Guests in this episode included the instantly-recognisable Geoffrey Palmer as Dr Price; Derek Royle as the corpse […] The post The Kipper and the Corpse – Episode 10 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

Waldorf Salad was the third episode of Fawlty Towers‘ second season and highlights Basil’s dedicated efforts to improve transatlantic relations. In this show Gerry and Iain take £20 to keep the podcast running for an extra hour.     Guests in this episode included Bruce Boa and Claire Nielson as the Hamiltons; Norman Bird and Stella Tanner […] The post Waldorf Salad – Episode 9 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

The Psychiatrist was the second episode of Fawlty Towers‘ second season and features a desperate attempt by Basil to expose shenanigans in the hotel without raising Sybil’s ire. In this podcast Gerry and Iain are very careful about where they put their hands.     Guests in this episode included Nicky Henson as covert romancer Mr Johnson; Aimée […] The post The Psychiatrist – Episode 8 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

Communication Problems was the first episode of Fawlty Towers‘ long-awaited second season and sees Basil struggle to cope with a very particular visitor. In this podcast Gerry and Iain blame each other for a big win at the bookies.     Joan Sanderson was the principal guest in this episode as her iconic take on Mrs Richards stole […] The post Communication Problems – Episode 7 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

The Germans was the final episode of Fawlty Towers‘ first season and sees both Basil and Sybil hospitalised before a group of European visitors arrive at the hotel. In this podcast Gerry and Iain exchange pleasantries with various taxidermied animals.     Guest appearances in this episode included Louis Mahoney as the Fawltys’ doctor; Brenda Cowling as a […] The post The Germans – Episode 6 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.

Gourmet Night was the fifth episode of Fawlty Towers and tests Basil and Sybil’s capacity for improvisation as their new chef struggles to handle Manuel’s rejection. In this podcast Gerry and Iain beat their microphones with branches.     This episode featured Pink Panther star André Maranne as local restaurateur André; Steve Plytas as chef Kurt; and Allan Cuthbertson […] The post Gourmet Night – Episode 5 first appeared on The Fawlty Towers Podcast.