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The Bishop Exchange

The Bishop Exchange

John Bishop and Des Bishop 79 episodes Nov 4, 2026

Comedians John Bishop and Des Bishop host a weekly podcast where they discuss life from their perspectives on opposite sides of the Atlantic. Despite being unrelated, they find relatable topics to explore with humor and insight.

Episodes

#93: Plugs, Perth & Pensioners
#93: Plugs, Perth & Pensioners Nov 4, 2026 42:41 This week we discuss recording across time zones, travel plug adapters, Halloween, Des's Australian tour schedule and ticket sales, Melbourne weather, ageing and smile lines, what counts as a good innings, Clayface, "the motion in the ocean", The Traitors UK finale and James Acaster, reality TV, BBC News & more...... Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just
#92: Traitors, Toilets & Tangents...
#92: Traitors, Toilets & Tangents... Oct 28, 2026 45:25 This week we discuss: Des's Hanoi trip, jet lag and constipation, Japanese toilets and bidets, morning exercise culture, Des's Singapore gig, performing to mixed international audiences, cycling through Australia, travelling, Des's 51st birthday and Australia tour, The Celebrity Traitors, whether John would go on Traitors or Strictly, John's new Sky stand-up show at the Coliseum Theatre & more... 
#91: Arenas, Adrenaline & Arya Stark...
#91: Arenas, Adrenaline & Arya Stark... Oct 21, 2026 48:07 Des, John & Brad react to the news that Giggly Squad sold out MSG in half an hour, then unpack the comedy industry, career milestones, building an audience outside traditional media, handling success and industry recognition, touring and stand-up, Elizabeth Holmes, filming stories, hair transplants and gray hair. Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just sear
#90: Funerals, Flights & The Future...
#90: Funerals, Flights & The Future... Oct 14, 2026 01:02:19 This week we discuss American and Irish funeral traditions, aging and longevity, Shane Gillis, SNL and cancel culture, comedy and controversy, Back to the Future and time travel, nostalgia and generational change, 1990s music and fashion, Kelly Clarkson and a Brooklyn shop, social-media backlash, customer service, comedy tours and travel delays and more.... Don't forget: you can watch the full vid
#89: Man City, Movie Stars & A Missing Host...
#89: Man City, Movie Stars & A Missing Host... Oct 8, 2026 51:15 This week we discuss podcast scheduling mishaps, spooky season, Man City financial fair play investigation, the butterfly effect, happy accidents, Shetland ponies, donkeys and farm life, the Irish language, family ancestry research, Des Bishop's family history, Sylvester Stallone's childhood and career, Rocky and Rambo, meeting Tom Cruise, celebrity rumors and more...  Don't forget: you can watch
#88: Speeches, Spaghetti & Sperm Donors
#88: Speeches, Spaghetti & Sperm Donors Sep 30, 2026 53:49 This week we have a mailbag episode, with congregation questions including what's your favourite joke, what's the best day of your life so far and who are your ideal 4 dinner party guests.  We also discuss wedding speeches, sperm donors, lavender marriages, delayed flights, life hacks and un-boiled spaghetti. Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just search J
#87: Beds, Blood & Ballroom
#87: Beds, Blood & Ballroom Sep 23, 2026 55:10 This week we are talking about sleeping arrangements, alarm clocks, bed sizes and retirement living, blood donation and blood types, HIV testing and blood donation eligibility, Strictly Come Dancing and Dancing with the Stars, ballroom dancing, John's new television show, musical comedy and more... Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just search John Bishop
#86: "I don't know why I've never asked you this before..."
#86: "I don't know why I've never asked you this before..." Sep 17, 2026 36:25 This week we're talking about: aging and health issues, financial planning and mortality, spending versus leaving an inheritance, generational differences, childhood nostalgia, injury recovery, personal experiences, stand-up writing and reusing material, game shows, films and television recommendations and nostalgia in comedy... Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and You
#85: Circumcision, Chiropractors & Cigarettes
#85: Circumcision, Chiropractors & Cigarettes Sep 9, 2026 47:19 This week we discuss John's injury & the frustration of physical healing, surgery & physiotherapy. Back cracking & Chiropractors, Vaping, Wired Headphones, Tennis, Cigarettes & more..... Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just search John Bishop Comedy, or watch it on YouTube here. And if you're enjoying the show, please rate, review, subscribe, and drop a
#84: Live Show Cancelled... John Broke His Ankle!
#84: Live Show Cancelled... John Broke His Ankle! Sep 2, 2026 45:23 Unfortunately, John Bishop has broken his ankle and is now unable to travel to Dublin. Therefore, regrettably, The Bishop Exchange Podcast Live shows on the 6th and 7th September 2026 have been cancelled. Refunds will be issued automatically to all ticket buyers. We apologise for the inconvenience this may cause.   Don't forget: you can watch the full video version on Spotify and YouTube – just s
#83: Pitches, PR & Power Ballads
#83: Pitches, PR & Power Ballads Aug 26, 2026 59:17 This week, we're recording a little later than usual thanks to some scheduling chaos, but we're finally back! Des tells us all about throwing the first pitch at a New York Mets game, John heads to the Edinburgh Fringe, and we get stuck into British football, the birds in John's garden and the world of media training and interviews. On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over
#82: Chickin & Cawfee
#82: Chickin & Cawfee Aug 19, 2026 56:03 This week we talk Brad's extra work, Scouse pronunciation of chicken vs New Yorker's pronunciation of coffee, Natural disasters, the upcoming live show and more...  On September 6th and 7th 2026, The Bishop Exchange is taking over the iconic Vicar St, Dublin for our first-ever LIVE SHOWS! 🎤 TICKETS FOR BOTH SHOWS ON SALE NOW: https://www.ticketmaster.ie/artist/5704553?venueId=198259  Don't forget:

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