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Better Than Life: A Red Dwarf Podcast

32 - "Legion" with Phil Ellis

25 Sep 2025

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Star of the new Taskmaster series, Phil Ellis shares the jaw-dropping true story of the time he almost got cast in Red Dwarf. It’s one of the most bonkers and traumatic tales we’ve ever heard! A fan from the beginning, you won’t believe which character Phil wanted to be as a child. He also talks about loving the less-loved episodes. And he offers up an excellent selection of options in the return of our recasting game. We tuck into the delicious feast of comedy that is series 6 episode 2, Legion. Phil helps us digest all the best bits – from Grant and Naylor’s personal favourite Red Dwarf joke, to the lightbulb moment, Rimmer’s reincarnation theory and, of course, the funniest dinner ever. SO WHAT IS IT?Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers! Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan). Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing. FANCY SOME LINKS?See what Phil Ellis is up to on Instagram @philelliscomedyWatch Phil on series 20 of Taskmaster (may not be available outside the UK). Phil’s live show Bath Mat, is touring the UK soon – find dates and more at philelliscomedy.com WHAT DO YOU THINK?Have a word on our socials: X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpodEMAIL USWe’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: [email protected] ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE?That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from: https://holygoats.bandcamp.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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