Ed Gamble & Matthew Crosby on Radio X

Episode 240 – Jess Fostekew / Stuart Laws / Big Pig

28 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two great guests, wrestling Ed, Crobby J, and an undisciplined Vin.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch...

Episode 239 – James Acaster / Olga Koch / Little Tommy

21 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two fantastic guests with very different energies this week, plus Matthew’s dreams.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Ea...

Episode 238 – Debenhams

14 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew and Charlie’s New Year’s Eve Impressions Quiz made a return this week, as well as a trip down retail memory lane.Thanks for downloading th...

Episode 237 – Mince Pie Chart

07 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A vintage episode of Goats Cheese & Crackers to kickstart your 2024. A reminder that all texters, names, and thoughts, are always in play.Thanks f...

Episode 236 – Helen Bauer / Bog

31 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Either 1 guest or 3 guests on the show this week, depending how you look at it. Plus we finally hear Ed’s real voice.Thanks for downloading the podc...

Episode 235 – Water and The Sea (Christmas special)

24 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What could be more Christmassy than talking about this week’s theme, Water and The Sea? How about not talking about it?Thanks for downloading the po...

Episode 234 – Catherine Bohart / Tom Parry / Jack Penate’s Pinata Party

17 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A vintage mad Matthew Crosby intro this week, plus a new Ed Gamble character… and a double guest-a fiesta!Thanks for downloading the podcast – rem...

Episode 233 – Jen Brister / Two Dave Grohls

10 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ed found some Christmas spirit this week, as we welcomed Jen Brister to the show.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early ...

Episode 232 – Ania Magliano / Davidoff

03 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An early vintage Ed & Matthew texter this week, and you really will wonder why they didn’t think of this before. Plus the wonderful Ania Maglian...

Episode 231 – Miles Jupp / Harriet Kemsley / Eddie Kadi / Spinning

26 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Three guests this week, three comedians utterly baffled, confused, and bewildered.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early...

Episode 230 – Ivo Graham / Rob Auton / Cutting A Ribbon

19 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An incredibly weird and stressful show, but then what’s new there?Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catc...

Episode 229 – Shaun Keaveny/ Josh Pugh / Decaf Diwali

12 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A real blast from XFM past this week, with Shaun Keaveny on the show, and Ed doing some historical research. Plus the wonderful Josh Pugh, Diwali cele...

Episode 228 – Emmanuel Sonubi / Show 228

05 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yes, there was a great guest in the form of Emmanuel Sonubi on the show this week, yes, the Film Review returned, but really it was all about one thin...

Episode 227 – Chloe Petts / Mystery Guest / Spooky Bus Man

29 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A sort of special guest this week, plus a wonderful return from Kerry from Canada, and a gig review from Matthew.Thanks for downloading the podcast –...

Episode 226 – Fern Brady / Chris McCausland / Rat King

22 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A stressed Matthew was soothed with Fern Brady’s pickle this week, at least for a while.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be ...

Episode 225 – Tyneside

15 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An absolutely perfect show this week, with zero errors, no technical issues, and an exemplary knowledge of north-eastern geography.Thanks for download...

Episode 224 – Richard Herring / Receipt

08 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A disgusting texter, a disgusting album title, and a disgusting former-Liverpool midfielder all up for discussion this week.Thanks for downloading the...

Episode 223 – Maisie Adam / Animal Flow

01 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Do you know; what’s in Pepsi?Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show live on Radio X every Sund...

Episode 222 – Toilet Seat Cat Smash Fever

24 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This show was full of fainting, losers, DIY failures, and Tom Craine (not all necessarily related).Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, yo...

Episode 221 – Lucy Beaumont / Kiri Pritchard-McLean / Rizz

17 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew went go-karting this week, but that wasn’t the coolest thing he did (according to him).Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you ...

Episode 220 – Rhys James / Harissa

10 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A surprise Tom Craine joined Ed & Matthew this week to discuss allergies, sort of, and an expected Rhys James was in too to be called a “little ...

Episode 219 - Red Head Ed

03 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week's show is mainly about allergic reactions and Christmas.... You're welcome.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Ea...

Episode 218 – Solar Masses

27 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A hugely intellectual show this week as an actual academic who knows about things joined us (and talked nonsense).Thanks for downloading the podcast –...

Episode 217 - Sophie Duker / Lou Sanders / DJ Ed

20 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After Ed's stint at the Fringe, Crunch and Crumble were back together in the studio with yet another double guest bonanza. They were joined by the mag...

Episode 216 – New Brown Sauce

13 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ed really felt the “joys” of the Edinburgh Festival this week, while Matthew felt equally scared and exhilarated at a gig. Plus some fascinating c...

Episode 215 – Kiell Smith-Bynoe / Call Your Friends

06 Aug 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An Arts-heavy episode this week* with Ed at the Edinburgh Fringe *not really. Plus we were joined, at least technically, by Kiell Smith-Bynoe.Thanks f...

Episode 214 - Nick Helm / Heidi Regan / Tent Wee

30 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A brilliant double guesta fiesta this week, as Crunch and Crumble were joined in the studio by Nick Helm followed by Heidi Regan. The boys also regale...

Episode 213 - Bridget Christie & The 'Beefa Wardrobe

23 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Matt returned from Ibiza in one piece and revealed that he’s now going to be a raver regular on the white isle. Plus, the boys were also joined by t...

Episode 212 – Chloe Petts / Paul Chowdhry / Rob Auton / Bau Revoir!

16 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another TRIPLE GUESTA FIESTA… on the pre-Ibiza show…Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show l...

Episode 211 – Adam Riches / The Pit Was Everywhere

09 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In a microcosm of the show, Ed pours death metal all over Matthew’s enthusiasm for Blur this week, and then there were loads of bad puns. Plus the w...

Episode 210 – Captain Planet

02 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A very musical show this week as the culture vultures Ed & Matthew take you through their weeks in the arts, Vin returns from Glastonbury, and the...

Episode 209 – Weddings

25 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The second in a Doubler of shows, Ed & Matthew take on Weddings this week. As you might imagine, most of the stories are horrific.Thanks for downl...

Episode 208 – Jenny Bede / Celebrity Safari

19 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the podcast and welcome to Tanzania!Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show live on Ra...

Episode 207 – Seapa / Ben Bailey Smith / Rhys Nicholson / Death (sort of)

11 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another TRIPLE GUESTA FIESTA this week as Ed & Matthew were joined by Rhys Nicholson, Allan ‘Seapa’ Mustafa, and Ben Bailey Smith aka Doc Brow...

Episode 206 - Cooking At The Gym

04 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

As ever, Crunch and Crumble had very different weeks. Ed had a really tough time going to several dinners whilst Matt’s daughter ate the Cat Litter....

Episode 205 – Vomit on Vomit

28 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A truly disgusting / vintage Ed & Matthew texter this week, thankfully counterbalanced by McFly and Wallace & Gromit.Thanks for downloading th...

Episode 204 – Josie Long / Paul Foot / Sleep

21 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

All in the title really – except the best bit, which is a man talking about some chickens.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can b...

Episode 203 – Rhys James / Tom Ward / Mooney

14 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ed was back from Down Under this week, and he had one question – how many quizzes are too many quizzes?Thanks for downloading the podcast – rememb...

Episode 202 - The Mugular Roster (with Isy Suttie!)

07 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Isy Suttie (aka Corner) sat in for Ed again this week and the new formed duo of Corner & Crunch combined to solve mysteries, give a film review of...

Episode 201 – On The Corner (with Isy Suttie!)

30 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Isy Suttie sat in for Ed this week and it wasn’t long before she fell into the vibe of the show. Complete nonsense and taunting Matthew? Sign her up...

Episode 200 – Nish Kumar / Stuart Laws / Tales from Down Under

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Ed was in Australia this week, but still on the show! Eh? Crazy!Matthew was in London, and was joined in the studio by Nish Kumar and Stuart Laws!Than...

Episode 199 – Larry Dean / Mysteries

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A mysterious show today – is Ed in Australia or isn’t he? – is Elton John good or not? – what is Trav’s name? – and we were joined by the ...

Episode 198 – George Egg / Eggs

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

An Easter special this week with all the yolk you can handle.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the s...

Episode 197 – Ivo Graham / Nick Mohammed / Flobben Island

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Quite a chaotic start to the show this week, two great guests, then it was over.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early W...

Episode 196 – Suzi Ruffell / Chris McCausland / Today’s Our Week

26 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

To be fair to Matthew, you do really miss that hour.Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show live ...

Episode 195 – Lou Sanders / Tom Davis / Dave Gorman / Lemon Posset

19 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A triple guesta fiesta this week as we were joined by Lou Sanders, Tom Davis and Dave Gorman! Plus the fallout from Matthew’s hangover last week, an...

Episode 194 - John Wickipedia

12 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

So with no guests booked, it was all Crunch and Crumble for all of the time this week - much to Matthew's hungover dismay. Thanks for downloading the ...

Episode 193 – Charlotte Ritchie / Sub-Selves

05 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

What’s more rebellious than the middle finger?This week Ed & Matthew were joined by Charlotte Ritchie, star of Ghosts, Fresh Meat, Feel Good, Ta...

Episode 192 – Felicity Ward / Stuart Goldsmith / Embarrasing Skills

26 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The return of the DOUBLE GUEST BONANZA with two favourites this week, plus Ed discovers a Limp Bizkit-related ability. Thanks for downloading the pod...

Episode 191 – Max & Ivan / The Masked Singers

19 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Max & Ivan join Ed & Matthew to talk about The Wrestling! – tickets at jfllondon.com – plus Matthew brings some prime time showbiz sparkle to the ...

Episode 190 – Elis James / Matt Lucas / Joe Cornish / Nearly Dan

12 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A birthday treat for Matthew as we delivered an actual good show! The return to the big green X of Joe Cornish and Elis James, plus the wonderful Matt...

Episode 189 - Josh Widdicombe / Angela Barnes / Chloe Petts / Weird Expressions

05 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

TRIPLE GUEST BONANZA. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Early Worm and catch the show live on Radio X every Sunday 8am –...

Episode 188 - Cat Cohen / Pierre Novellie / Caulk

29 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A real emotional rollercoaster for Matthew this week, plus it’s another DOUBLE GUEST BONANZA. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you ...

Episode 187 – Iain Stirling / Ed Gamble & Matthew Crosby - This Is Ed Gamble: Steve Gamble and Gary Gamble

22 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A return to vintage Ed Gamble & Matthew Crosby this week as words are unfinished, ideas are needlessly chased down, and links corpse into silence. Th...

Episode 186 – Dumpings

15 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Weird break-up stories throughout this week’s podcast, plus another one of Ed’s mad bands and an Andy-the-painter update too. Thanks for downloa...

Episode 185 – Darren Harriot / Tom Elderfield (The Traitors) / Non-Scary Scary Things

08 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A busy show this week as we crammed in all your non-scary scary thing messages, alongside a visit from Darren Harriot and Tom from The Traitors in ano...

Episode 184 – Holidays

01 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Happy New Year! A themed episode to kick start 2023, plus a really good Oasis joke. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be an Ea...

Episode 183 - Alex Horne / Tom Parry / Christmas Traditions

18 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

YET ANOTHER ANOTHER double guest bonanza as we were joined by Alex Horne and Tom Parry this week. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, yo...

Episode 182 – Rhod Gilbert / Mike Wozniak / Hair

11 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

YET ANOTHER double guest bonanza as we were joined by Rhod Gilbert and Mike Wozniak this week. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you c...

Episode 181 - Bill Bailey / John Kearns / (Trojan) Horse

04 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

ANOTHER double guest bonanza as we were joined by Bill Bailey and John Kearns this week. Plus more time-travelling for Matthew and more flatulence fro...

Episode 180 – Manchester Matthew

27 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Ed finishing his tour, it was Matthew’s turn to broadcast from somewhere else this week. And the geography lesson continued as we discussed you...

Episode 179 – The Heartland Of Music

20 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A classic first hour of Ed & Matthew this week, stretching no ideas into lots of radio. Thanks for downloading the podcast – remember, you can be a...

Episode 178 – Tom Allen / Alex Horne / Daddy’s Shower Glove

13 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Double guest bonanza week this week! Tom Allen and Alex Horne both joined the show, plus Ed & Matthew discussed marigolds, Phil Mitchell, and Andy the...

Episode 177 – Sixteen Amstel and a Veggie Burger

06 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we take an exclusive BTS look at Matthew's experience hosting the prestigious Beckenham Rec fireworks and ask our esteemed audience - "what...

Episode 176 – Joe Wilkinson / Go Big And Go Home if you live in Beckenham

30 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew went on a sugar rollercoaster this week as we celebrated Diwali, before we celebrated Joe Wilkinson and David Earl’s World Cup song! Go s...

Episode 175 – Ivo Graham / Ania Magliano / Cinema

23 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A cinematic episode this week as we head to the movies, plus we’re joined by Ivo Graham and Ania Magliano! Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Kee...

Episode 174 – Josh Widdicombe / Spanish Man’s Pendulous Breasts

16 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Josh Widdicombe makes his first ever appearance on the Matthew Crosby and Edward show – live from the Sunday Brunch dressing room! Go see Ed on ...

Episode 173 - Paul Chowdhry / Fancy Dress

09 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another themed show this week (no screwdrivers), plus some comedic sparring with the excellent Paul Chowdhry! Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Ke...

Episode 172 – Lou Sanders / Screwdrivers and Lou Brushes

02 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A harrowing amount of Cocomelon chat this week, but luckily Lou Sanders lifts the austere mood and saves the day. Don’t touch those bourbons. Go ...

Episode 171 - Episode 171

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A HUGE show this week as we reach the glittering lights of Episode 171! We’re joined by an old friend to reminisce, plus the brilliant Fern Brady te...

Episode 170 – Nutting Lightning

18 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

They’re back! Although not in the studio… Ed & Matthew return, and there’s an overload of teeth chat. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Keep...

Episode 169 – Teeth

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of teeth chat this week, and also some awful made-up rumours about The Wombats that simply are not true. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Ke...

Episode 168 – Horatio Hog / Twilight Review

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the long awaited return of Ed & Matthew's highly respected 'Film Review' segment. Also, a sensational supermarket themed education in heavy metal...

Episode 167 – Pierre Novellie / Sand

21 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another comedian smashing the Edinburgh Fringe joined us this week – Pierre Novellie! Plus we got sandy in the studio, in a highly scientific show. ...

Episode 166 – Ania Magliano / Horrible Bird

14 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Star of the Edinburgh Fringe Ania Magliano joined us this week, broadcasting from a room nearby but not the same as Ed’s Edinburgh hotel room. And f...

Introducing: Restless Natives !

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Hey listener, here's a podcast we think you'd like... Restless Natives is a cult Scottish film from 1985 featuring two scallywags – The Clown & T...

Episode 165 – Al Murray / Catching A Train

07 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Despite his best efforts, Ed was in the room with Matthew for all of a heated show this week, plus we were joined by the wonderful Al Murray! Go se...

Episode 164 – Lou Sanders / Richard Herring / Trains

31 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Two excellent guests on this week’s podcast, plenty of Train chat, and quite a surprising amount of Vin too. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Kee...

Episode 163 – Rosie Holt / Potatoes

24 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ed was very hungover this week. Like, properly hungover. Luckily we were joined by Rosie Holt who was also hungover, and really struggled with words. ...

Episode 162 – 5 Stars (with Rhys James)

17 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

With Ed still at large, Rhys James sat in with Matthew, in a surprisingly upbeat mood. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Keep each other safe. Than...

Episode 161 - Hunted!

10 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ed’s not in the studio, but where? And why? And… how? Matthew also asks what the worst thing you’ve ever seen is, which includes stories of carc...

Episode 160 – Sunil Patel / Rain Is Nature

03 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A real lack of sleep on today’s show, with some vintage Crosby murmurings, plus a much more awake and competent Sunil Patel! Go see Ed on tour! edg...

Episode 159 – Michael Spicer / The Cattening

26 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The man from The Room Next Door joined us this week, and we discussed rock’n’roll injuries. Plus Matthew got to grips with a new-fangled piece of ...

Episode 158 – Catherine Bohart / Cock-Musk

19 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ed & Matthew muddle through bringing “last link” energy to the whole show – but don’t fear, proper professional with proper answers Catherine ...

Episode 157 – Chiranthodendron

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s instalment of the Crunch & Crumble radio show experience: a botanical education in heavy metal, expert analysis of the week’s sport...

Episode 156 – Tuna Chat

05 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The boys are back for a show jam packed with Jubilee goodness. Featuring a Jason Statham themed education in heavy metal, some chat about tuna and a s...

Episode 155 – Ardal O’Hanlon / Pale Then Dead

29 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ed’s back this week! All the tales from the US, plus we were joined by comedian and author Ardal O’Hanlon. Keep each other safe. Thanks for down...

Episode 154 – Rock N Roll (with Maisie Adam)

22 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Maisie sat in for Ed this week – fingers crossed he’s out the well soon – and she endured Leeds Utd-relegation-anxiety to talk rock n roll stori...

Episode 153 – Weird Shops (with Suzi Ruffell)

08 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Suzi Ruffell sat in for Ed this week and immediately raised the show’s intelligence levels. More chat about The Polyphonic Spree than you would expe...

Episode 152 – Tom Allen / Fog

01 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

From The Death Star to Bromley – Tom Allen joined Ed & Matthew this week, as well as a special Fog-based anecdote from dear friend James Acaster. ...

Episode 151 – Sara Pascoe / Chloe Petts / Salt Bae

24 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The first time the whole team was in the same room for a while gave us a classic bit of Crunch’n’Crumble – with some incredible music trivia une...

Episode 150 – Oh Yeah Satan

17 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew has picked up some new skills and new possessions this week, plus the whole team “learned” about Easter. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.u...

Episode 149 – Sophie Duker / Gills

10 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We were joined by Taskmaster star Sophie Duker this week, plus the texts and tweets flooded in with a culinary theme. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co....

Episode 148 – Blood Muffin

03 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A very rude, and misjudged show this week. Please prank responsibly. Go see Ed on tour! edgamble.co.uk Keep each other safe. Thanks for downloading...

Episode 147 – PurePhonics.Com

27 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ed definitely hasn’t lost his sense of smell as he enjoys/endures broadcasting with a backdrop of manure this week. However, it took a Matthew a whi...

Episode 146 – Breathing On A Plate

20 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A first for the show as both Ed & Matthew were DOWN-THE-LINE, for predictable reasons. Tales of sexiness, dishwashers, and jeans this week. Go see ...

Episode 145 – Jon Richardson & Lucy Beaumont / Rabbit’s Nap

13 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Matthew went on holiday this week, but things. didn’t go quite to plan… just like our interview with Jon Richardson & Lucy Beaumont… Go see E...

Episode 144 – Butcher Boy

06 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week on the hippest show in UK radio… Ed’s live from a hotel room in Derby, Matthew drops his granules and Producer Will has a meltdown on...

Episode 143 - Sensual Lips

27 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On this week’s podcast, Ed Gamble and Matthew Crosby hear your best Thicko Moments, give a cutting edge insight into some sporting headlines and pla...

Episode 142 – Tim Key / Lou Sanders / Gerry Cinnamon’s Ghost

20 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A real international cornucopia of a show this week. Some fantastic guests, some technical errors, and the return of the Red Hot Silly Peppers! Go se...