Joe Marler's Things People Do

Joe Marler's Things People Do

Joe Marler used to hate people, but then he met Tom Fordyce, and a load of ordinary people doing extraordinary things, and a podcast was born that changed his mind forever. It might just change your life too. Because everyone is interesting if you ask the right questions. And this is a show about all the weird and wonderful things people do. Together, Joe and Tom meet astronauts, teachers, marine biologists, cheesemakers, prison guards and everyone in between. Along the way, they’ve learned things that have blown their minds, heard stories that have made them laugh until it hurts, and – well, felt a whole lot better about the world around them and the people that fill it. To be on the show, fill in this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1rfSo3PVJgtBRZHCCAZndem-iyy2EdvGcEYDqycsM2aQ/viewform?ts=62602129&edit_requested=true You can now watch full episodes on Youtube: https://youtube.com/@thingspeoplepod?si=CEFK6nZhJQftyS8I Hit follow, and tell a friend to #growtheshow.

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September 30, 2025 39 mins
This is a classic episode of Things People Do (following last week's disaster where every guest dropped out on us💔). In this episode, Joe and Tom are joined by BJ, who is a listener to the show and who is also blind. He tells the team about what it's like to lose your vision, what misconceptions sighted people have of being blind and there's a story about the time his guide dog did a poo in the supermarket. New Huel customers ...
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This week, we have a classic episode about mediums with Louise. Louise can communicate with dead people. Tom is quite skeptical about this, but Joe is very open to the idea of talking to his dog, Rufio.  Thriva are on a mission to help you live better, for longer. They are offering Things People Do listeners 20% off your first blood test. Just go to ⁠thriva.co⁠ to sign up, fill out a very quick questionnaire and use the code THI...
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📣 Help us improve the show by completing the Things People Do survey: https://forms.gle/8YAeybGcZXGdDrJfA Right, everyone. Gather round. We've got some news. We’ve had an absolute shocker. Every single guest bailed on us. But, the show must go on! So Joe and Producer Ryan have called a very serious emergency committee meeting. On today's agenda we have: Answering some big questions, including our brand new experiment Thing...
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In this classic episode of Things People Do, Joe and Tom get chafing tips from one of the greatest cyclists in the world. Geraint Thomas is a Tour de France winner, an Olympic gold medalist, and now podcaster, but how does he go to the toilet while riding through France at high speed? And why does he eat so much rice? Geraint's podcast: https://podfollow.com/geraint-thomas-cycling-club Thriva are on a mission to help you live b...
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📣 Help us improve the show by completing the Things People Do survey: https://forms.gle/8YAeybGcZXGdDrJfA Today's guest to Mary Mandefield. She is a radio presenter and music journalist who visited us after waking up at 1am! Despite that, she was still full of energy and helped us to make Joe a bit cooler. We ask what's the big deal with Taylor Swift and Sabrina Carpenter and she shares some of the most iconic moments in pop m...
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Our guest for this classic episode is Gareth Steel. He is a vet who we asked some very bizarre questions to. Such as which is the easiest animal to operate on, and what's the least erotic image you can show to a dog? It'll make sense when you hear it. Gareth wrote a book called 'Never Work With Animals' and it's really good. Search for it now if you want a copy. New Huel customers can get £10 off Huel with this offer for Things P...
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📣 Help us improve the show by completing the Things People Do survey: https://forms.gle/8YAeybGcZXGdDrJfA We're joined this week by Will Wilson, a listener to the show and a Climate Change Consultant. He joins us to explain what a carbon footprint is (and how big is Joe's?), if eating less meat can actually make a difference and tell us if the world is basically f**ked. And he helps to make the show more environmentally friend...
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In this classic episode, we meet professional gambler, Richard. He tells us about the bizarre world of professional poker, late nights in casinos and how a pair of shoes lost him $1million. We’re not entirely sure it’s an appealing world for us… Thriva are on a mission to help you live better, for longer. They are offering Things People Do listeners 20% off your first blood test. Just go to thriva.co to sign up, fill out a ve...
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Our guest this week is Anna, who is a PA to Finance Executives, CEOs and all manner of demanding individuals. She tells us about the most outrageous requests she's ever had from her bosses, her impressive selection of stationary and advises how Joe Marler can become more organised in his work and personal life. You may become a more organised person just by listing to this episode, enjoy! Thriva are on a mission to help you live...
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In this classic episode, Joe and Tom meet Water Joe. He explains why water tastes different around the country and we do a taste test to see if it’s true. There’s also a lot of toilet talk, from recycled piss to Joe pooing in the garden. Thriva are on a mission to help you live better, for longer. They are offering Things People Do listeners 20% off your first blood test. Just go to thriva.co to sign up, fill out a very quick qu...
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August 26, 2025 54 mins
Joe and Tom are away this week on their one permitted holiday per year. So they’ve asked the team to pull together some of the best moments of the show this year. If you’re new to the show, this is the perfect place to start. If you’re a regular, enjoy reminiscing over these memorable moments. We’ll be back soon! Anna and Nev, About Caffs India, About Celebrants Pete Wicks, About TV Personalities Laura, About ...
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In this classic episode, we chat to “Steve”, a diamond expert. He tells us about the top secret missions he’s involved in to transports diamonds out of the country, we ask if heists are really that common and Joe wonders if Daisy would mind if he took all her rings off her. In the name of ethics. Thriva are on a mission to help you live better, for longer. They are offering Things People Do listeners 20% off your first blood tes...
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This week, we’re joined by comedian and actress Kerry Godliman. Kerry shares what it was like in a hair salon passing rollers to stylists, working at a bingo hall that gave away cuts of meat and sneaking micro breaks while working in a shoe shop. Find Kerry here: See her on tour - https://kerrygodliman.com/  Listen to Joe on her podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/joe-marler/id1525239847?i=1000671498768 Thriv...
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In this classic episode, Joe and Tom are joined by the former state pathologist of Ireland, Dr Marie Cassidy. Joe tells a weird mole story, an even weirder deer story and Dr Marie tells us what dead bodies smell like. Part 2 on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/joe-marlers-things-people-do/id1533107619?i=1000538401525 Part 2 on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5svJjYyw51p6ahquzKjc4E?si=76c1162b435...
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Today we're joined by Sarah, who is an Audiologist. Which means she's an expert in hearing but NOT ears. She explains how we hear things, how to avoid hearing loss and if there's anything we can do to bring our hearing back. And we find out if it's actually bad to put cotton buds in our ears. MANUAL are offering Things People Do listeners a discount on their procedure. Say the code JOEMARLER while booking your consultation for ...
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In this classic episode, Joe and Tom meet Tim Marshall, author of the bestselling book 'Prisoners of Geography'. They ask him important questions like, 'Where is Skipton?' 'How sure is he that the earth is round?' And 'Is South Africa in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere?' You might think you know that answer to that last one, but do you? Prepare to have your mind blown, or melted. If you would like to be a guest on the show, ...
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The Queen of Burlesque, Jessabelle Thunder, joins us to share her journey to performing and how she crafted her on-stage persona. Our very own, Joe Marler undergoes a glittery transformation into burlesque star Kitty Backlaine. Plus, we hear the jaw-dropping story of a burlesque performance gone wrong, featuring a truly grim ankle injury. Find Jess here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLGYkrKyxDP/ MANUAL are offering Things People...
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This episode is sponsored by Alton Towers Resort. We took Joe to Alton Towers Resort.   Join the Things People Do team on their day out at Alton Towers Resort. We go behind the scenes to meet the people who keep the park running smoothly. From ride operators and admissions staff to the gardeners who keep everything looking amazing.   And can we get Joe Marler, a man with a famous fear of heights, to ride one of the fastest r...
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What are numbers ? When was zero invented? And how does a man end up calculating pi on the moon? Joe and Tom speak to stand-up mathematician, Matt Parker, who explores the weird and wonderful world of maths. He explains how he was voluntarily bitten by a bullet out in the name of numbers and helps us understand why kids think maths is boring. This episode will show you, that it really isn't. Plus he's taking us to the moon! Sort...
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In this classic episode, archaeologist Raksha Dave takes Joe and Tom deep into the fascinating world of archaeology, which, to Joe's dismay, has nothing to do with dinosaurs. With experience excavating sites across the globe, Raksha answers our burning questions about Tutankhamun, car park discoveries, the science of "garbology," and what to do if you stumble across an ancient artefact in your garden. Plus, Joe faces the crushin...
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