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Scarred For Life

Lock It In Studio

Andy Bush and Dave Lawrence are joined each week by a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods that "scarred" them for life. Follow us on socials: Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram Production Company - Lock It In Studio Producer - Dane Smith

tv & film

All Episodes

56:02

Archie Maddocks

Scarred For Life ·

2025/11/03

This week we're joined by the writer and comedian, Archie Maddocks!With over a decade of stand-up experience, Archie has become a staple of the comedy circuit, earning multiple award wins and nominations including a nomination for an Olivier Award in 2022. He recently wrote and starred in the coming-of-age drama Crongton, now streaming on BBC iPlayer. To join Scarred Club and get fortnightly bonus episodes, monthly newsletters, ad-free listening and access to the members forum - sign-up here -

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80:04

LIVE with John Thomson

Scarred For Life ·

2025/10/27

It's a very special Halloween treat! This week we're live from the Cultplex cinema in Manchester with returning guest John Thomson.John has appeared in so many iconic shows such as Spitting Image, The Fast Show and Cold Feet, and he brings with him 4 new scars for our listening pleasure. Thank you to everyone who came to our first ever live recording, it was an incredible night. If you want to play along with the waxwork guessing game towards the end of the show, follow this link when prompted -

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52:52

Nick Helm

Scarred For Life ·

2025/10/20

Our guest this week is comedian, actor and musician - Nick Helm! Nick starred in the hit BBC Three show Uncle for which he was nominated for a Royal Television Society Award and he was nominated for a BAFTA for his short-film Elephant which he co-wrote, directed and starred in. His musical career includes the albums Nick Helm is F*cking Amazing and Hot ‘n’ Heavy. His new live show No One Gets Out Alive is touring the UK right now and promises to be "the best damn night of your 'effing

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56:40

Melissa Chan

Scarred For Life ·

2025/10/13

This week's guest is Emmy nominated journalist – Melissa Chan.In a bit of a different episode this week we delve in geopolitics! Melissa's reporting focuses on transnational issues often involving China – as well as the rise in global authoritarianism. She has written for The New York Times, The Atlantic, the Guardian – and many more. Melissa also co-authored the graphic novel You Must Take Part In Revolution – a dystopian fiction about a near-future war between the US and China. To join

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61:30

Jon Richardson

Scarred For Life ·

2025/10/06

This week’s guest is comedian, radio presenter and now actor - Jon Richardson!Jon has been entertaining audiences on stage, on our screens and across the airwaves for over 20 years. He's a regular team captain on 8 Out of 10 Cats Does Countdown, presenter of the Saturday Breakfast Show on Absolute Radio and co-host of Down The Dog with Matt Forde. And as we find out, he's also a huge horror and Stephen King fan. To see us live at Cultplex Manchester on the 10th October get your tickets here -

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57:55

Mike Muncer

Scarred For Life ·

2025/09/29

This week’s guest is podcaster, producer and journalist Mike Muncer! Mike has become one of the UK’s leading voices in horror history. He is the host and creator of The Evolution of Horror podcast which journeys through horror history from silent film to modern classics. His new show Carry On Up the Podcast which he hosts with comedian Susan Calman, dissects the entire Carry On series and is out now. To see us live at Cultplex Manchester on the 10th October get your tickets here -

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56:47

Lizzie Hopley

Scarred For Life ·

2025/09/22

This week's guest is writer and actress Lizzie Hopley. Lizzie has appeared in productions such as Black Doves, The Crown, Brassic and The Day of The Triffids as well as many stage productions for the RSC. She has also written and appeared in over 80 audio plays for Big Finish. To see us live at Cultplex Manchester on the 10th October get your tickets here - ⁠⁠https://tinyurl.com/3x9e236r⁠⁠ To join Scarred Club and get fortnightly bonus episodes, monthly newsletters, ad-free listening and access

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59:03

Al Murray

Scarred For Life ·

2025/09/15

It's series 4 and we're back with a bang, as this week's guest is comedian Al Murray! Al is one of the nation’s most beloved comics having performed on stage for over 30 years, appearing on so many TV shows it’s literally impossible to name them all. He's also a keen historian, having written several books about modern history and WW2 as well as co-hosting the hugely popular WW2 history podcast We Have Ways of Making You Talk with James Holland. To join Scarred Club and get fortnightly bonus

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55:39

Rhys Thomas

Scarred For Life ·

2025/08/18

It's the last episode of series 3 and what a way to finish as we welcome comedian, director, writer and actor Rhys Thomas. He is a Bafta, Emmy and Royal Television Award winner, having been behind and in front of some of the most innovative and brilliant comedy to come out of the UK in the last three decades. Having appeared in comedies such as The Fast Show, Sirens and Star Stories he’s also the creator of Dodger, The Kemps and the character Brian Pern among many others. Thank you to all of you

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50:56

Stuart Bray

Scarred For Life ·

2025/08/11

This week's guest is prosthetic and makeup FX artist Stuart Bray. A freelance make-up effects artist since 1994, Stuart has worked on some of the biggest films and tv shows of the past 3 decades including Saving Private Ryan, The Mummy 1 & 2, Shaun of the Dead, Stardust, Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, Blade 2, Gladiator – and many more!Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us

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53:55

Glenn Moore

Scarred For Life ·

2025/08/04

This week's guest is comedian Glenn Moore. Glenn is an Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and one of the country’s best joke writers. On TV, you’ve probably seen him on Mock The Week, House of Games or winning a Pointless trophy. He’s about to set off to Edinburgh with his new show Please Glenn, Can I Have Some Moore before beginning a nationwide tour. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things

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48:54

Zoe Lyons

Scarred For Life ·

2025/07/28

This week's guest is comedian and presenter Zoe Lyons. With a list of TV credits too long to name, you’ve very likely seen her on shows such as Mock The Week, SAS Who Dares Wins or Live At The Apollo. Performing live on stages across the country for over two decades, she’s just finished her mammoth UK tour of her latest show Werewolf.Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us

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54:32

Carl Donnelly

Scarred For Life ·

2025/07/21

This week's guest is comedian and writer Carl Donnelly. Carl has been performing stand-up across the country for almost 2 decades, establishing himself as a favourite on the circuit. He’s also a fellow podcaster, co-hosting the show Two Vegan Idiots with Julian Deane. He’s won and been nominated for a load of awards including the Edinburgh Comedy Award and he returns to Edinburgh this year with his new show Another Round. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly

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47:30

Olaf Falafel

Scarred For Life ·

2025/07/14

This week we're joined by comedian and children's author and illustrator Olaf Falafel. Olaf is a master of the pun and is a former winner of The Funniest Joke of the Edinburgh Fringe. His family friendly stand-up shows have become a favourite with audiences which has led to writing and illustrating children’s books including the Blogfish, the Trixie Pickle Art Avenger series and A Poo On a Pogo-Stick.Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the

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52:11

Daniel Handler

Scarred For Life ·

2025/07/07

This week we're joined by author Daniel Handler. Under his pen name Lemony Snicket he wrote the hugely successful children's book series A Series of Unfortunate Events. Under his real name he's also written a plethora of adult novels. We recorded this episode with Daniel remotely from his home office in San Francisco. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today. Join

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48:56

Marjolein Robertson

Scarred For Life ·

2025/06/30

This week's episode is a bit different, it's a Scottish folklore special as we're joined by comedian Marjolein Robertson. Hailing from the Shetland Islands, Marjolein grew up surrounded by folk tales which she weaves throughout her work. She was awarded the Scots Speaker of The Year in 2022, as well as reaching the final of the BBC New Comedy Awards. Her 2023 Edinburgh show as nominated for Best Show at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards and she returns to this festival this year with her new show Lein

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60:02

Rob Shearman

Scarred For Life ·

2025/06/23

This week's guest is author, playwright and screenwriter - Rob Shearman. Rob's varied career has seen him write and direct plays, novels, radio dramas and TV shows. If it can be written, Rob's written it. He's also closely entwined with the world of Doctor Who, having written many audio dramas for Big Finish and adapting one of them into the first episode of the 2005 revival of the show. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared

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51:16

Milo McCabe (AKA Troy Hawke)

Scarred For Life ·

2025/06/16

This week's guest is comedian and professional complimenter Milo McCabe. Milo has been a regular on the stand-up circuit for many years but is best known for playing Troy Hawke, a David Niven inspired character who compliments people in public. His Troy Hawke videos have been viewed by millions of people online and led to sell out shows across the world.Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those

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48:53

Sam Ryder

Scarred For Life ·

2025/06/10

This week's guest is the chart-topping musician Sam Ryder. Sam famously scored the UK it's best result at Eurovision for decades and has since been nominated for a BRIT award, performed sell-out shows across the world and scored a number one album. But now he joins us on Scarred For Life to share the things that terrified him growing up.Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about

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58:04

Lucy Porter

Scarred For Life ·

2025/06/02

This week's guest is stand-up comedian, actress and quiz fanatic Lucy Porter. As a stand up Lucy has been performing to audiences across the country for over 2 decades. Her most recent show No Regrets explored “the regrets of a middle-aged middle-class left-leaning ex-Catholic”. Lucy also loves a quiz, having won Celebrity Mastermind with a record breaking 35 points and she shares her love of quizzing with Jenny Ryan on their podcast Fingers On Buzzers. Based on the hugely successful Scarred for

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