Wayne's Iron Maiden Podcast

Bonus episode: Burning Ambition

03 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's the final episode! Wayne and Trevor look at the standards of schoolboy lyrics and Dennis Stratton eats some Maltesers.Support the show There...

Album Review Special: Brave New World

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne and Trevor reflect on an album seen as a return to form for the band.  There's also YouTube comments, jigsaw action, and some Disco.Suppor...

The Thin Line Between Love and Hate

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The love-hate relationship of Wayne and Trevor possibly reaches a new low.  Naturally there's talk about Marmite, ear wax removal, and Adrian ru...

Out of the Silent Planet

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The sci-fi theme leads to discussion about AI and David Bowie.  Paul Di'anno shows up unannounced and Trevor concentrates on the ladies.Support ...

The Nomad

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Beans on toast, 90s alcoholic drinks, and a festive reprise.  Wayne has a wander through all the relevant places as we approach the end of the Brave ...

The Fallen Angel

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Lollipop ladies, board games, tongue twisters, and who sent Wayne a Valentine's card? Support the show There are now new membership tiers on the...

Dream of Mirrors

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne recalls the nightmares of last week as well as looking at the dream themes in this song.  Pterodactyl Mark and Trevor ponder some important que...

The Mercenary

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne arrives at the midway point of the album taking in traditional toys. some Motown, and there's a mission for Pterodactyl Mark.  Trevor goes...

Blood Brothers

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne and Trevor take time for reflection and walk through the gardens of their lives to reveal a mixed landscape.  We also learn about Steve Harris&...

Brave New World

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

*Please note - this is not a literary analysis podcast to assist with GCSE revision despite the pretentious references from Trevor*PS - There's n...

Ghost of the Navigator

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne gets a visit from a navigator from another dimension and there's a new character in Adrian's children's book.  Naturally there&a...

The Wicker Man

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Bonus series thanks to YOU and your pie generosity!A strong opener and single to analyse but Wayne seems to want to get his teeth into other things as...

Gig Review Special - Future Past Tour

11 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne talks about his experience at two recent Iron Maiden gigs in Manchester and Birmingham!Trevor went to one of them and joins for a reflection on ...

Album Review Special: Virtual XI

20 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's 1998 and Wayne takes a look at the Virtual XI album and the importance of tech in this era.  We also learn about a change in how the band a...

Como Estais Amigos

06 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's the last song on the album and time to ask 'How are you, friends?'  Janick seems a bit annoyed however as he is reminded of somet...

Don't Look to the Eyes of a Stranger

30 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Winding down the album and Wayne has several issues with this song, including the title, lyrics, sound, and especially the ending.  Trevor reads anot...

The Educated Fool

23 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at education vs experience and reflects on his own experiences at school and in the workplace.   Dennis Stratton is apologetic about rec...

When Two Worlds Collide

16 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Telescopes, time travel and plenty of confusion for Wayne this week. There's also a message from Dennis Stratton which reveals something truly sh...

The Clansman

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne gets a Scottish perspective on the song and a listener comment once again makes him Look For The Truth. We learn how one of the lyrics for this ...

Lightning Strikes Twice

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At last, Wayne reveals what job he was doing in 1998!  He also thinks of something that might improve the chorus of this song. Dennis gets back in to...

The Angel and the Gambler

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for some 'organ' and 'brass' as Wayne looks at the infamous second track on the album.  Repetition, a trip to Wale...

Futureal

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Virtual XI era begins and this is a decent start to the album. The song may be short but there's plenty of time spent talking about fashion, ...

Virus

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In between albums, Wayne looks at the Virus single (and video). There's a bit of Easter chat, and the return of Trevor's alter-ego.Support t...

Album Review Special: The X Factor

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the 1995 album and looks at reviews, rankings, and Roman numerals.  Pterodactyl Mark is called on to do some additional research, and ...

Judgement Day / I Live My Way

28 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Another first for WIMP as Wayne looks at two songs on one episode!  Continuing on the bonus tracks from the X Factor period we get some familiar soun...

Justice of the Peace

21 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

You'd think a song about looking back on the good old days would be right up Wayne's street but several misheard lyrics cause a bit of confu...

The Unbeliever

14 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Is this a worthy album closer?  Wayne seems to change his opinion of this song as the episode goes on and talks about some disbelief and doubts he ha...

2 AM

07 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

2am may be a time for contemplation and reflecting on your life, but it's also a time for TV, clubbing, and biscuits.  Wayne tries to imagine li...

The Edge of Darkness

28 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Plenty of food chat and investigation despite the theme of this song being based on a classic novella/film.  There's still time for talk of book...

Blood on the World's Hands

21 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There's chaos across the border and madness all around. Wayne recalls an incident involving a carpet sweeper, Trevor looks at wine gums and Denni...

Judgement of Heaven

14 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne takes a more reflective stance with the serious subject matter in this song.UK support and links for anyone affected by the themes in this song ...

The Aftermath

07 Feb 2023

Contributed by Lukas

After the whoaaahs, what does a podcast become? Here's another war song  which sees several more recurring themes, including old-school chocolat...

Look for the Truth

31 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of questions to be answered here as Wayne looks for the truth in a jam-packed episode! He imagines what Blaze Bayley does when he wakes up, there...

Fortunes of War

24 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The album gets darker with themes of conflict and war but Wayne tries to keep it light despite mentioning some rivalries of his own.  There's a ...

Man on the Edge

17 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the plot of the film that inspired the song and tries to relate it to his own life.  As Blaze Bayley is also from the Midlands there&a...

Lord of the Flies

10 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne reflects on some of the key themes of the book and song as well as frogs, rollercoasters and breakfast cereals.  Trevor provides the traditiona...

Sign of the Cross

03 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We learn what Wayne has and hasn't been up to over the last six months as well as hear his analysis on the first song in the Blaze Bayley era.  ...

Fear of the Dark 100th Episode Special

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A special outside broadcast from Stechford, Wayne presents WIMP in the Park featuring performances, guests and chat about the song and the album. It d...

Weekend Warrior

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Q. 'Wotcha gonna do...on Monday?'A. Listen to Wayne discuss this song of course. We get football nostalgia, top tips on how to avoid hoolig...

Judas Be My Guide

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a surprisingly short song and Wayne looks at the character of Judas and recalls several memories from previous episodes. Trevor has an obser...

The Apparition

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at songs that do and don't start with 'The', as well as faith and friendship.  We're reminded of a visitor Steve Harr...

Chains of Misery

07 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne tries to get over his reservations about the song and Trevor experiences misery over a box of Shreddies. Janick keeps things upbeat with a chat ...

The Fugitive

31 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne questions the lyrics and, despite the familiar Maiden themes, imagines them in different styles.  Trevor reveals a time when he was in hiding b...

Wasting Love

24 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dim the lights as Wayne talks of love and provides analysis on the song and video.  It's been a busy week with Paul Di'anno celebrating a b...

Childhood's End

17 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Strangely, despite the song title, Wayne seems to spend less time talking about his childhood than usual.  Trevor has some memories though, and consi...

Fear is the Key

10 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Fear and self-loathing in Stechford.  There's plenty of sex, drugs, and rock n roll references in this episode along with random things like Woo...

Afraid To Shoot Strangers

03 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A welcome change of pace and mood for the album and Wayne seems pleased despite the recent focus of listener feedback. Dennis reflects on the period a...

From Here To Eternity

26 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne isn't impressed with this song but manages to find some fun in it after reading a comment on YouTube.   There's a closer look at gang...

Be Quick Or Be Dead

19 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The year is now 1992 and there is much change.  Have Iron Maiden changed for their 9th album?  Wayne looks at the lead single as well as some listen...

Album Review Special: No Prayer for the Dying

12 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne reflects on the album and how it compares with the previous releases. There's the usual Top 3 rankings, random references to toys, sweets a...

Mother Russia

05 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne decides to finally release what was recorded a month ago.  There's the usual song analysis with an emphasis on heritage and culture from T...

Bring Your Daughter... To The Slaughter

01 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first UK Number One single for the band and Wayne looks at the chart landscape of late 1990. We also learn which of the three versions o...

Hooks in You

22 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Estate agents, chewing gum and a white swan are all subjects that randomly come up this week as we get nearer to the end of the album. There's mo...

Run Silent Run Deep

15 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at a song about submarines, merchantmen and Davy Jones' locker and seems more impressed about it compared to some recent songs.  Tre...

The Assassin

08 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Better watch out...there's telephone talk, plenty of 90s nostalgia and Wayne has an idea how to improve part of the song. Trevor talks about the ...

Fates Warning

01 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne seems more concerned with listener comments and feedback than the actual song this week. Steve Harris gives thoughts on the state of the pop cha...

Public Enema Number One

25 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We've had arguably the worst opener and worst title track to date on this album...is this the worst song title? Wayne reminisces about another &a...

No Prayer For The Dying

18 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's time for the title track on the album and Wayne looks at how it compares to other Maiden title tracks. There are plenty of 90s memories from...

Holy Smoke

11 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the first single from the 90s focusing on the chart performance, artwork and lyrics.  Trevor looks back at the past in other ways... ...

Tailgunner

04 Jan 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The podcast is back for the 1990s era with all the important questions. How will Iron Maiden cope with a new decade and a new guitarist?  How will Wa...

Adrian Smith's Untitled Children's Book (Part 3)

28 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

An escaped criminal, a mysterious new shop and a wonderful festival all occupy the thoughts of Officer Riggs and the children in a new instalment. Can...

Adrian Smith's Untitled Children's Book (Part 1)

21 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Five chums enjoy their childhood freedom of going on fun-filled days out before boys in the village start to disappear.Is Old Mrs Stratton behind it a...

The Comeback Special

14 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne and Trevor reunite after a few months for a catch up before moving on with the 1990s era.  Find out what they've been up to, some thoughts...

Album Review Special: Seventh Son of a Seventh Son

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the album as a whole and how it compares with previous albums. Trevor seems to be handling change well and reveals some male grooming t...

Only the Good Die Young

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the end of an era,  The last song from the 1980s and Wayne seems unsure if the podcast will die young but Trevor wants his poetry to live f...

The Clairvoyant

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the third single from the album and reveals an experience he had when going to see a clairvoyant as a teenager. Elsewhere, Trevor gets ...

The Prophecy

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dreams, predictions and probability...Wayne reflects on an underrated song and reacts to several online comments about it. Trevor adds a confused take...

Seventh Son of a Seventh Son

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the title track and the second longest song to date! Wayne talks about special powers and the atmosphere of the song.  Trevor has a new ide...

The Evil That Men Do

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Another UK Top 10 single to mull over and Wayne has more issues with the photos on the back of the sleeve. There's reference to a famous TV appea...

Can I Play With Madness

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

This successful single gave Wayne great pleasure when at school but how does he feel now? The song formerly known as 'On The Wings Of Eagles&apos...

Infinite Dreams

25 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the odd structure and rhymes and wonders why this was chosen as a live single.  Trevor doesn't appear to have a Eurovision hangov...

Moonchild

18 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the first song on the Seventh Son of a Seventh Son album and Wayne tries to recreate the iconic intro to the song in different ways.  Trevo...

Album Review Special: Somewhere in Time

11 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The usual end-of-series shenanigans with Wayne's summary and Top 3 songs on the album.  Adrian continues his book reading and after his absence ...

Alexander the Great

04 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What links Steve Harris and Alexander the Great?  Wayne has some answers and looks at the similarities in their lives. The episode also features Math...

Deja Vu

27 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the shortest song on the album, pronunciation, and imagines how it might have gone down live. Trevor has a theory about why we might ex...

Stranger in a Strange Land

20 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The One With...the enclosed tercets.Learn about the second single from the Somewhere in Time album, featuring new observations about the promo video a...

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner

13 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Find out why this song was only played live once and how it reminds Wayne of some other songs.  Wayne also talks about his own running experience and...

Heaven Can Wait

06 Apr 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Can Heaven wait?  Wayne asks the usual important life and music questions and provides analysis on intros, synth sounds and backing vocals.  There&a...

Sea of Madness

30 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It may not be a surprise to hear that Wayne has issues... but there are a few different ones to deal with in this episode.  There are eagles and dove...

Wasted Years

23 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne gets philosophical over the first single from the 'Somewhere in Time' album and has a picnic with Time Travelling Paul Di'anno. ...

Caught Somewhere in Time

16 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

New series and a new album about 'time' so naturally Time Traveling Paul Di'anno is back with us.  Wayne tries to explain guitar synth...

Album Review Special: Powerslave

09 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Bumper end of series episode sees Wayne reflect on the songs, artwork and album as a whole.  There's a special cassette from the archives provid...

Rime of the Ancient Mariner

02 Mar 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne summarises the epic song and poem and somehow gets football stickers and pies into the mix.  There's more from Adrian's book and is t...

Powerslave

23 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It's the title track of the album and Wayne looks at the lyrics and some of the effects in the song.  Adrian continues reading from his children...

Back in the Village

16 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the lyrics and themes of the song and anyone who disagrees with him can 'eat the worm'!  Adrian Smith is back with more from...

The Duellists

09 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at vocal range, speculates on Steve Harris' duelling experience, and identifies  some parts that seem similar to previous songs.  T...

Flash of the Blade

02 Feb 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Swords, dragons and guitar lessons from Adrian Smith... this is an episode that should be 'forgot by no one'.  Trevor talks romance and the...

Losfer Words (Big 'Orra)

26 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the strange looking words in the title and finds out what has made listeners of the show 'losfer words'.  Trevor remembers a...

2 Minutes to Midnight

19 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne shares his thoughts on power, corruption and belly buttons.  As the first single from the Powerslave album, there's also a video and a Der...

Aces High

12 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The first song on the Powerslave album brings back memories of a school trip to the Lake District.  Wayne also reveals some special new dance moves f...

Bonus Episode: Live at the Rainbow VHS

05 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Originally released in June 2020 but only available to Fray Bentos level listeners (on ko-fi), Wayne is now making this public as a special treat to s...

Beyond the Stratton-sphere

29 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Make yourself a pie island and settle down to hear this special compilation episode looking at pandemic life through the eyes of Dennis Stratton.  Re...

The Christmas Special

22 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Join Wayne and Trevor for a bumper festive episode featuring chat, guests, music and special performances from the Stechford Male Voice Choir. Suppo...

Album Review Special: Piece of Mind

15 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne looks at the 1983 album as a whole, giving his views on the songs and artwork.  Trevor seems more excited about the Christmas special but still...

Ep 43: To Tame a Land

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Another epic album closer for Wayne to assess.  There are odd lyrics, odd notes and odd poetry,Support the show There are now new membership tiers on...

Ep 42: Sun and Steel

01 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Goths and Hare Krishnas feature in Wayne's latest episode along with the expected topics of lyrics, samurai and a guitar part that seems a bit fa...

Ep 41: Quest for Fire

24 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne tries to reflect on the positives and recalls how he adapted the lyrics for a fire safety message which had mixed results.  Trevor also digs in...

Ep 40: Still Life

17 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne shares his thoughts and memories of this song and mentions art lessons and school swimming trips.  Dennis Stratton is back but he seems annoyed...

Ep 39: The Trooper

10 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Wayne tackles a very popular song and reflects on this and other war-themed songs of the period.  Steve Harris' trousers come up again thanks to...

Ep 38: Die with your boots on

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Find out why Wayne isn't a fan of this song, with added trivia about his childhood footwear collection and the rules of porridge eating.  Dave M...