Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip

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Alexis Okeowo - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #198 Apr 10, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 198 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! As always, the entire crew at the DPP Towers wishes you well and trusts that you are in good health. Here’s a powerful episode right here to get your Wednesday off to a fine start, as Pip is joined for a full chat with journalist Alexis Okeowo!

Alexis is a journalist for the New Yorker, who has just released her immense book ‘A Moonless, Starless Sky - Ordinary Women And Men Fighting Extremism In Africa’, which details several encounters with the human side of extremism and radicalism in Africa. Approaching from a sober angle, not from an exaggerated ‘Breaking News’ stance that we are so used to in media, Alexis meets the people behind the stories and explores the humanity within, the religious complexities, the security obstacles, gender issues, just an insane amount for one person to deal with. But she has put herself deep in the situations and emerged with some incredible and touching stories which you would possibly never hear otherwise. She chats with Pip about many of these tales, exploring them further and revealing many of the points in her path which shaped and moulded her career. Candid, honest, and hugely interesting, so give this one your attention and discover much about a side of the world that is not always shown to us - Alexis is the woman to do it!

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This episode's links:

• ALEXIS OKEOWO on TWITTER!

• A MOONLESS, STARLESS SKY book!

• ALEXIS at THE NEW YORKER!

• ALEXIS OKEOWO blog!

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Allen Hughes & Jimmy Iovine - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #197 Apr 03, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 197 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! By now hopefully you’ve dried your eyes since last week’s powerfully emotional CryFest, the Hardcore Listing takeover with the Top Five Songs That Make You Cry, and are now ready to take on your next episode of Distraction Pieces - and indeed this is a grand one… A two parter of sorts, wrapped into one tight package, as Pip is joined by film director Allen Hughes and music producer and entrepreneur Jimmy Iovine consecutively!

By now you may have seen the documentary packaged entitled ‘The Defiant Ones’ show up in your Netflix new arrivals - you peeped it yet? Well best believe you will be after listening to this… Directed by Allen Hughes (maybe you know him from Menace II Society but his filmography is VAST and amazing), it’s a four part (not four episode, as Hughes will tell you!) series documenting the beginnings of the Dre multiverse, Interscope Records, Beats, and all things legendary music producer Jimmy Iovine - we’ll get to him…! You know you’re in safe hands with Hughes, and it really is a glorious representation of a world that you will know parts of but certainly not the whole story… So with this episode of Distraction Pieces, you are treated to a half hour sit-down with the director himself, then swiftly followed by another half hour chat with the superstar behind the scenes Jimmy Iovine! Jimmy’s worked with a ridiculous list of people. Just ridiculous. I mean John Lennon, Bruce Springsteen and Dr Dre is a good start but when you start reading down the list, it is genuinely mind-blowing. So do that!! Add to that his record label action and the Beats By Dre element, and there you have a true business champ who was responsible for so much in not only rap music but rock and just an insane amount more… Ground gets covered, stories get told, philosophies and gems of knowledge get dropped - a pure treasure of goodness for your ears and your mind. TOO MUCH goodness. Check ‘The Defiant Ones’ on Netflix immediately if not soon!

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This episode's links:

• ALLEN HUGHES on TWITTER!

• JIMMY IOVINE on TWITTER!

• 'THE DEFIANT ONES' series

• ALLEN HUGHES FILMOGRAPHY

• JIMMY IOVINE on DISCOGS

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Top 5 Songs That Make You Cry w/Chris & Stu (part 2 of 2) - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #196 Mar 28, 2018

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Three more welcomes upon you as we proudly present you with part two of the Distraction Pieces - meets - Hardcore Listing spectacular! Pip is joined by Chris and Stu of the Hardcore Listing podcast to talk top fives, specifically top five songs that make you cry - and as you can most certainly imagine, as things get realer by the second, the wobbles start, the tears flow, and the tracks start to hit harder and harder… It’s a wonderful thing, and not something you often hear of a podcast, so while it seems funny to say “enjoy” the episode, there is a LOT to enjoy within. Come for the song selections, and stay for the chat that follows. It’s a fantastic episode, and the perfect roundup to a powerful, emotional, honest and truly engaging two parter. You’re gonna love this. And if you’re listening in public - let the tears come, and find yourself some of your own tearjerker jams - it’s a nice thing to do every now and then. Get involved!

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This episode's links:

• HARDCORE LISTING on TWITTER!

• HARDCORE LISTING on INSTAGRAM!

• HARDCORE LISTING on ACAST!

• HARDCORE LISTING on PATREON!

• REDSHIFT REBELS!

• SCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTER!

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Top 5 Songs That Make You Cry w/Chris & Stu (part 1 of 2) - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #196 Mar 27, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 196 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! Ladies and gentlemen, it is a REAL special treat for you this week - remember yer old pals from the DrunkCast episodes? It’s been a while eh…? Well here is your chance to get fully reacquainted with the fellas, as we welcome ever so warmly Mister Stu Whiffen and Mister Chris Glassen (aka - well, pick your favourite from his sparkly new list of alternatives - I’m sure you’ll find one to your liking) of the almighty HARDCORE LISTING PODCAST!!! It’s their first birthday so send em all manner of good vibes and best wishes won’t ya!

This is something of a takeover right here, as the boys join Pip for a slammer of a two-parter in this perfect tie-in - maybe we can call it Hardcore Distraction Listing Pieces… In the true Hardcore Listing style and fashion, this one’s ALL about the top fives, and they have picked a heavy, heavy one - it’s the top five songs that make you cry. And the crew are not ashamed to show you what it sounds like when thugs cry… A mix of emotions but always about those ‘happy’ tears, that cathartic and purifying outpouring that we all need and that music can zero in on with needlepoint accuracy. A perfect theme for the lists, and one which will sneak up on you and get you too - something about hearing someone describe a song that gets them emotional… It’s a wonderful thing. So join the gang for a full on but wonderful double parter, and have a think about your own cry-makers too. It’s nice to dust em off every now and then right?

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This episode's links:

• HARDCORE LISTING on TWITTER!

• HARDCORE LISTING on INSTAGRAM!

• HARDCORE LISTING on ACAST!

• HARDCORE LISTING on PATREON!

• REDSHIFT REBELS!

• SCROOBIUS PIP on TWITTER!

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Patrisse Cullors - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #195 Mar 21, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 195 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! All the best to you all, Team 3W and new-term listeners! Welcome x3 to all y’all. A very special episode right here, as Pip is joined by creator and full time spokesperson of the Black Lives Matter movement and, subsequently, one of the busiest women on the planet, Patrisse Cullors!

It has been an incredibly busy time for Patrisse, as you will hear, so it’s lucky she’s found the methods to keep herself healthy and stable throughout her more hectic times in doing so much for the Black Lives Matter movement - working for a cause which is so much bigger than one’s self will surely takes its toll… In some ways it’s a shame that she is so busy - to quote her from this episode, “If things were better in this world, I wouldn’t have to work so hard…” It’s a heavy one for sure, as the wider world slowly becomes more aware of the struggles and prejudice faced by black people, brought into a shockingly present focus with the advent of cellphone cameras (and in an earlier recording from the Rodney King beating) and the documentation of police brutality on a grand scale. From her earlier days living in a now gentrified neighbourhood, where the money moves in and the history is kicked to the curb, to her education of the Black Panthers movement and the good they did which rivals the negative image from the media, to the prison system (the movie ‘13th’ is a SOLID viewing for more on this), to the difficulties in getting the movement up and running and of course, the perpetual ignorance of the ‘all lives matter’ statement and why it’s does no favours to anyone, the future of the movement and SO much more besides. Seriously, pure knowledge in this one and essential listening for those eager to learn more about the Black Lives Matter movement as well as those unaware as yet. Listen, learn, repeat if necessary.

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This episode's links:

• PATRISSE CULLORS on TWITTER!

• PATRISSE CULLORS on THE INTERNET!

• BLACK LIVES MATTER website

• 'WHEN THEY CALL YOU A TERRORIST - A BLACK LIVES MATTER MEMOIR' by PATRISSE CULLORS!

• BONUS LINK! The movie '13th'

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Steve McNeil - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #194 Mar 14, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode 194 of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! Or as that deep wizard voiceover used to say in the Gauntlet arcade, “WELCOME BLUE WARRIOR”… What has that got to do with this week’s guest? Everything! For this week Pip is joined by one of the creators of Dave’s ‘Go 8 Bit’ and all round multi-talent Steve McNeil!

A great chat with Pip and Steve as they get deep down into the art of the video game, and the specialness of the medium from the vintage to the brand new. As co-creator of the truly excellent ‘Go 8 Bit’, the computer game gameshow on Dave (amongst many more excellent televised and non-televisual goodies), Steve is very well versed in all things pixellated, and as Pip is partial to a good game or two himself, this is a great meeting of minds which gets into the origins of the programme (to quote Steve, “comedians playing video games drunk in a cupboard” - which is a less catchy title than Seinfeld’s ‘Comedians In Cars Getting Coffee I’m sure you’ll agree), the Edinburgh Fringe element of the whole show - the concept of which was a stroke of genius, how the early stages led to so much more, his other projects on the go (including the terrific 'WiFi Wars'), some bizarre and beautiful wi-fi inventions, the grand Dave channel, Twitch and the streaming arts, and just a lovely serving of video game-based goodies. We’ve come a long way since the days of ‘Pong’ but it’s funny how those formative years are still so resonant in the ongoing tale of the video game. Ready player one? 3… 2… 1…

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This episode's links:

• STEVE McNEIL on THE INTERNET! (all links are here - explore!)

• DARA O'BRIAIN'S 'GO 8 BIT'!

• 'WIFI WARS'!

• BONUS LINK! DJ Yoda & Scroobius Pip - 'Sega RIP'

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Walk Like A Panther special - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #193 Mar 09, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode one hundred and ninety three of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! A very happy March 9th to you all, or as it is know in Team 3W circles - WALK LIKE A PANTHER release day! There’s no doubt that if you’ve been listening to the podcast over the past year or so at least, you’ll have heard various little hints and references to the film emerge, which have evolved into full on chats - well, the time has come and the film is now out in a TON of cinemas, and now is your chance to go see your intrepid host Scroobius Pip in his first feature film!

Of course you may have seen Pip in Taboo, alongside Tom Hardy and Stephen Graham, or even Cornerboys opposite Brett Goldstein, or of course the music videos (there have been several), but this is the full on cinematic debut right here. You might have also heard the podcasts where Pip has been joined by actors or close associates of actors involved in these projects, and as it happens a good selection of the stars of Walk Like A Panther have appeared over the history of Distraction Pieces, pre- and post-wrap of it! So here is a little selection of actorial greatness, a selection of clips from past episodes of the podcast with some of the stars of the film either going into the process of acting, their histories in the field or even straight up Panther talk. The clips are in chronological order too so as you’ll hear, it starts with vague hints (or Taboo talk!) and evolves into confirmed ‘now we can talk about it’ chats. So enjoy this collage of awesomeness, as you hear from:

• STEPHEN GRAHAM! (episode 87)

• MICHAEL SOCHA (episode 95)

• ROB PARKER (episode 131)

• NEIL FITZMAURICE (episode 154)

• CHRISTOPHER FAIRBANK (episode 155 p1 / episode 155 p2)

• LENA HEADEY (episode 183)

• GUZ KHAN (episode 185)

…and of course, peep the original episodes if you haven’t already - there’s always a treasure trove of nuggets to be enjoyed, as you know already!

More importantly though - go peep WALK LIKE A PANTHER! It’s out everywhere. ENJOY!!!

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This episode's links:

• WALK LIKE A PANTHER on TWITTER!

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Mother's Day Special - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #192 Mar 07, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode one hundred and ninety two of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! As we approach that glorious time of year where we celebrate mothers, those who live with us and those who have moved on, what an ideal time for Pip to have a sit down and chat with his own Mum about her Mum! It’s a veritable Mumapalooza in here (or Mumfest). You might recognise her warm, friendly tones and unmistakable laugh from her appearance on episode 51 of the podcast, where Pip was joined by her and his Dad too, but this time it’s ALL about Mum!

You may be familiar with the song ‘Cowboi’ by Dan Le Sac vs Scroobius Pip - if not you’ll have a chance to get familar at the end of the podcast as it’s included in its entirety - which involves details of an attack, and as Pip notes on this podcast, is the only track he’s made which is based on a true, personal story. The story itself is based on an experience his Grandmother went through, which is relayed here by Pip’s Mum, and as it turns out, Pip’s Mum has an entire backlog of wild and crazy tales to tell about her (including the attack dealt with in ‘Cowboi’) - a mix of all the moods and emotions, and dealing with everything from the delightful to the plain surreal, all relayed with pride and detail and in most cases, that fantastic smile-inducing laugh which forms a great percentage of this episode. Fancy a sneak peak at the anecdote setlist? Expect to hear about cakes and canoe paddles, horseriding mishaps, yoga, “a little job”, the wedding, Stamford Beach, cowboys and playing dead and one that shan’t be spoiled but let’s just say the topic leaves Pip scratching his head… A wonderful and intimate story telling session which offers that ever so special element that podcasts can really deliver on - the feeling of unobtrusively sitting in on a conversation which involves you directly and offers some fantastic stories from real life that you may not otherwise hear in any other way. Priceless entertainment! And hopefully this might inspire you to crack open a conversation with available family members about your greater family sphere, to see what nuggets you will uncover… There are doubtless many to be enjoyed! Have fun, and take this chance to listen in on some ace memories and maybe have a little run through of your own memories too… We’ve all got some treasure to hold dear.

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This episode's links:

• PIP'S MUM on INSTAGRAM!

• PIP'S MUM on TWITTER!

• 'COWBOI' by DAN LE SAC vs SCROOBIUS PIP!

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Chris Ramsey - Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip #191 Feb 28, 2018

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Welcome, welcome, welcome to episode one hundred and ninety one of the Distraction Pieces Podcast with Scroobius Pip! A powerful comedy special here as Pip is joined by the Sheriff of the South Shields - it’s Chris Ramsey!

Indulge in the North East accent tones of Chris as he chats it up with Pip on all things comedic, including how he is expected to be funny by everyone from radio presenters to postal workers in day to day life, how the Geordie accent is NOT a gimmick, how the mind of the North East comic must make the trip down to London every so often or become stuck up there, his surprise first gig success and the ascent to working arenas not long after (and how important it is to make yourself small on stage at a huge venue), his breakthroughs on Russell Howard’s ‘Good News’ show and the wonders and miracles of being a parent. Of course, SO much more but this is a non spoiler zone (apart from the preceding spoilers) - you’ll have a lovely time uncovering the rest of this casual and very amusing chat, so get on it immediately!

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This episode's links:

• CHRiS RAMSEY on TWITTER!

• CHRIS RAMSEY WEBSITE!

• CHRIS RAMSEY on INSTAGRAM!

• THE CHRIS RAMSEY SHOW!