The Honest Pretenders: Recent Episodes
Daniel Jones and Ben Littler
A look at all current events providing our own honest views whilst pretending to know what we're talking about
After a month of travelling Britain and other things, Dan and Ben are back with a round up of what's been occurring in the world of news and sports
In a time constrained episode, Dan and Ben try to condense the latest from the worlds of news and sports into a 20 minute episode. Will they succeed?
Join Dan and Ben for another episodes of entertainment and sport.
This week after a short hiatus, Dan and Ben discuss all the news and announcements from Star Wars Celebrations.
In sport, Brighton once again receive an apology for poor officiating and are Leicester destined to be relegated
Join Dan and Ben as the discuss the week of news and sport.
This week, after Dan's travelling of the United Kingdom, the Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk fight is officially called off, Fulham had a game changing moment of madness as two of their players and first team coach are sent off at the same time, the Manchester United takeover has hot confusion and chaos and can we officially announce Red Bull as winners of the F1 season after just two races?
Join Dan and Ben as they look back at the previous week and look forward to the coming weeks. This week, sadly, football commentating legend, John Motson has sadly passed away. Dan and Ben recount the stag do from the weekend and they talk about the latest in the world of sport
Join Dan and Ben in the new year of 2023 as they start the year off talking about Prince Harry's new book 'Spare', Gaming reviews are getting worse, was Marcus Rashford offside? and Chelsea have opened their chequebook for the January transfer window
Join Dan and Ben for another week looking at was has been and what potentially will be. This week, Football Manager 2023 has finally been announced on the PlayStation 5, Hogwarts gameplay has been revealed and Dead Space is on the Horizon. In sport, Everton are in turmoil, Gerard Pique has set up his own football league called the Kings League, Manchester United versus Arsenal finally feels like a big game again and could Chelsea run foul of Financial Fair Play (FFP)?
Join Dan and Ben for another look back at the previous week and what could potentially happen in the future. This week, Dan and Ben discuss games with a good return on investment value and both create their personal line-up for Chelsea FC, which includes all their January signings, which proves harder that it first appears
Join Dan and Ben for another week of discussing the past weeks events and potential future events. This week, Hogwarts Legacy has released to much controversy, but has it helped or hindered the protests against it? Manchester City are facing allegations of breaching a number of financial laws by the Premier League, Dan and Ben walk though the allegations and what it could mean for Manchester City if they are found guilty of the allegations
Join Dan and Ben for another week of looking back at past events and a look forward to potential events. This week, Dan gives a quiz on the most used languages, a stag do looms for Dan and Ben and football is in uproar after the officiating has had its worst week with questionable decisions across the Premier League
Join Dan and Ben as they explore the world of news and sport and give their opinions and takes on their chosen topics
Join Dan and Ben as they explore the world of news and sport and give their opinions and takes on their chosen topics
Join Dan and Ben as they explore the world of news and sport and give their opinions and takes on their chosen topics
Join Dan and Ben as they explore the world of news and sport and give their opinions and takes on their chosen topics
Join Dan and Ben for another week discussing the world of news and sport.
This week Ben is in a particularly foul mood when it comes to I'm a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here.
The Premier League continues and eyebrows are raised at the Spanish 55 man preliminary World Cup squad
Join Dan and Ben as they discuss the latest in the worlds of news and sport.
This week, Dan is uneasy about Matt Hancock being in the I'm a Celebrity jungle and Ben has a new hoodie and is lagging behind in the gaming world.
Dan and Ben give their reaction to the 26 man England World Cup squad that was recently announced, discussing the players included and excluded
This week Liz Truss stepped down as the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom after a record 44 days in the hot seat.
Kanye West has been making dangerous accusations
Cristiano Ronaldo stormed out of Old Trafford during their 2-0 demolishing of Tottenham Hotspur
Dan and Ben continue with their foresight and clairvoyance bragging rights over the Rings of Power
Join Dan and Ben as they discuss the latest from the worlds of news, entertainment and sport.
This week, Dan and Ben discuss Disney's new Star Wars series, Andor. Ban has caught up on Rings of Power and in the world of sport, have England supporters finally had enough of Gareth Southgate?
Join Dan and Ben as they discuss the latest in the worlds of news, entertainment and sports.
This week, Dan and Ben discuss Amazon's new television epic, The Rings of Power and also discuss the employee of Capital Games who has created a "black market" by offering players in game currency for real world money
Join Dan and Ben as they discuss the latest from the worlds of news, entertainment and sport.
Sadly this week, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II has passed away, sending Great Britain and the World into a state of mourning. Dan and Ben will discuss what's next for the Royal Family going forward.
In sport, Liverpool continue their decline in form so Dan and Ben dissect and analyse what could be the issues within the team
Join Dan and Ben once again as they delve into the world of news and sport, giving their opinions on what they have seen during the week.
This is a shorter episode as there will be a bonus episode ready for transfer deadline day
Join Dan and Ben once again as they delve into the world of news and sport, giving their opinions on what they have seen during the week
Join Dan and Ben once again as they delve into the world of news and sport, giving their opinions on what they have seen during the week.
It's the converted Transfer Deadline Day and excitement for all football fans. Dan and Ben will discuss the latest deals that have happened are that are looking likely to happen. Also, Dan and Ben take a small look at Dele Alli's career after his loan move to Turkey
Dan and Ben are back for another episode discussing the weeks events, this week Dan is back from a trip to the Isle of Man
Dan and Ben are back for another episode discussing the weeks events in the world of news and sport. This week, Ben has switched sports after Manchester United's poor run of results continue and Leicester and Southampton are analysed after a slow transfer window and a slow start to the season
Another week, another episode where Dan and Ben discuss topics and stories from the previous week.
This week is cooler in temperature after the heatwave brought Great Britain to a standstill, Dan's been watching old musicals and scientists have created what they call Necrobotics, where dead wolf spiders are used a grabbing tool in precise procedures. Dan and Ben also have an extended discussion about the recently announced Phase 5 and 6 of the Marvel cinematic universe and where the franchise could be headed.
In sport, Thomas Tuchel is not impressed with Chelsea's pre-season results and the Ronaldo and Frenkie De Jong sagas at Manchester United keep persisting with no real end in sight
The heatwave has addled the brain and a forgotten episode dating back to 12th July 2022 has been found in the archives. Within this episode contains Dan and Ben discussing the heatwave that is going to hit the United Kingdom, Boris Johnson has announced he is to step down as Prime Minister of Great Britain, Uber is in trouble after its secrets were leaked and in sports, Manchester United finally claimed victory over Liverpool in a pre season friendly and Tottenham Hotspur players were put through their paces during training which saw them physically exhausted in the South Korean heat
Join Dan and Ben in a sugar fuelled episode where discussions range from favourite ice cream, Rishi Sunak and Sajid Javid resigning from Boris Johnson's government, Sri Lanka are in crisis, where fuel is being rationed and food is becoming more and more scarce, a weird trend of youths dressing in suits and watching the latest Minions film is sweeping the nation, the Women's European Championship has kicked off and all the usual football talk
Join Dan and Ben for another episode of life, gaming, tv, film and sporting discussions.
This week, Dan watched the worst rated documentary. The Pogmentary, a documentary created by Paul Pogba to showcase his personal life and footballing life. Abortion laws have changed in the United States, causing worldwide outrage. The Kenobi series has concluded and Dan and Ben wrap up their thoughts on the series and what to look forward to in the future. Finally, Ben is still waiting ever patiently for Manchester United to take their handbrake off and do some business in the transfer market
Join Dan and Ben for another episode of life, gaming, tv, film and sporting discussions. This week it's more Kenobi, Call of Duty hackers and of course, Manchester United
This week, Dan and Ben continue on with their thoughts on the Kenobi series, possible spoilers ahead. Uproar and confusion ensued when the WJEC missed part of the welsh A-Level exams this year, causing a stir and Ben gives his insight on being an exam invigilator during this years exams.
In sport, the transfer rumour mill is starting to spin ever faster with a few deals confirmed for the new season, however, Manchester United seem to be having difficulties in securing the signature of new players
This week, Dan and Ben discuss the worrying micro-transactions and the extravagant amount of money people are paying in the video game, Diablo: Immortal just to make their virtual character look good and stay ahead of the rest.
The Disney+ series, Obi Wan Kenobi, is starting to expose the lack of writing quality that is now the norm in most mainstream series now. Ben and Dan question whether viewers have become numb to poor script writing and whether people are overly critical in an age of digitalism and social media.
In sport, Dan and Ben look at the latest transfer news and they sift through the many names linked with Manchester United
This week, Dan and Ben attempt to survive the first week without football, with the Champions League final in the past, which Dan and Ben give their opinions on the final and the winners, Real Madrid.
Disney Plus have released the hotly anticipated Obi Wan Kenobi series. Dan and Ben will, without spoilers, give their thoughts on the first two episodes and the pros and cons of what was shown in those episodes.
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It's that time of the year again, where football goes into hibernation for the summer and as always it's time for Dan and Ben's teams of the year. Will they be similar to each others or will there be a few surprises that condemnation?
Dan and Ben also look into the current trend of pitch invasions and the threat of fans causing harm to players and staff on the football pitch .
Electronic Arts has been sounding out an interest to other companies that it could be up for sale. What could this mean for the gaming industry if true and would things improve under new ownership?
This week, Dan and Ben discuss whether Marvel Studios have created a never ending cycle of characters with the release of Doctor Strange and the Multiverse of Madness. There seems to be little hype surrounding the long awaited Avatar film following the release of its trailer.
Dan and Ben also discuss the latest from the world of sport and the Premier League and discuss the stats of Romelu Lukaku and ask the question: which team utilised him better?
It's our 101st podcast episode! We definitely had no idea we've made it to our 100th episode and what better way to celebrate than to discuss the biggest (probably) transfer in Premier League history, Erling Haaland is all but confirmed to be signing for Manchester City. We also discuss the player/fan relationship at Manchester United, Jurgen Klopp moaning about tactics, Tottenham Hotspur's Supporters Club advocating against fan chants and we discuss whether Leicester City have stagnated as a football club
This week, with inspiration from the Amber Heard vs Johnny Depp case, we ask the question: How angry do you need to be in order to ruin your bed? Elon Musk has bought Twitter, raising the questions over free speech and the motive behind the purchase of the social media giant.
The takeover of Chelsea Football Club has hit another stumbling block as the May 31st deadline is fast approaching, leaving the entire existence of Chelsea on the line.
In football news, Manchester United recorded a win over Brentford, with a final home appearance for a few players but was it unfair for Jesse Lingard to not appear for potentially the last time in front of the Old Trafford crowd in which he grew up as a young boy?
We're back after a short Easter break and what better topic to discuss than the Mandela Effect, things that you believe you remember may not actually be how it is in reality.
In sport, Everton are flirting more and more with relegation as Burnley have found form to drag themselves out of the drop zone. Has Ben finally lost all faith with Manchester United or is there a glimmer of hope?
This week Dan talks about the strange ability that men seem to have when it comes to watching films or tv programmes, Dan and Ben can't put their finger on why they can't play Lego Star Wars for a long period and Boris is in trouble.
In sport, Ben is a the end of his tether supporting Manchester United, Arsenal have Spurs up their chance for 4th place, Burnley look destined to be relegated and there was nothing much to learn from Liverpool v Manchester City
Ben's long wait for Lego Star Wars is finally over but fate had other plans on the day of its release and Dan is facing troubles at Holyhead.
In football news, Dan and Ben discuss the 1-1 result between Leicester and Manchester United and the 3-0 victory for Crystal Palace against Arsenal where a prediction is made on which team will achieve a fourth placed finish
This week, Will Smith livens up the Oscar Awards in the name of honour, a Twitch streamer causes a stir by telling people to not to tell streamers about heavy and personal stories, Max Verstappen has won his first F1 race of this season with Hamilton and Mercedes still way off the pace and Dan and Ben begin their FIFA 22 Career Mode Challenge
This week Ben decides on how he will be famous. Dan and Ben discuss the problem of NFT's making their way into mainstream society and also discuss the worrying indication that aggressive microtransactions are reappearing in gaming after the release of Gran Turismo 7.
In sport, the Formula One season is once again underway in what could potentially be an exciting season. France have won the Six Nations, England are rebuilding and Wales lost to Italy, their first win 2015. In football, Everton are still on a downward spiral and Arsenal are once again scrutinised for celebrating their win against Aston Villa
This week Dan and Ben take a look at the Chelsea FC situation now that Roman Abramovics' assets have now been frozen and how it will impact the day to day running of the football club. The Kenobi Disney series has released a trailer and fans are not happy with one of the characters and an AI has written the first page of it's own Star Wars script, which raises eyebrows
Manchester United and Everton were both thumped in their Premier League matches, leaving everyone scratching their heads as to what is the problem at these clubs. Dan and Ben give their analysis and potential cure to the rot that is plaguing these clubs
This week Dan has realised just how bad some of the acting was in the prequel Star Wars films, Ben still hates the sequel trilogy and and AI has created the first page of a Batman film, which turns out to be intriguing.
In sport, Dan and Ben discuss the sacking of Marcelo Bielsa at Leeds United and whether it was a harsh dismissal or was the writing on the wall
This week, EA blamed the failing of Battlefield 2042 on the release of Halo Infinite, Dan and Ben ask the question of why the Batman films don't get as much hype as they probably should and Romelu Lukaku recorded a Premier League record of seven touches against Crystal Palace, which brings into question his position at the club and raises the question of why Chelsea seem to struggle to find the right striker
After another Valentines Day, Dan and Ben propose to combine Shrove Tuesday (Pancake Day) and Valentines Day to create the ultimate day of love. Dan id fed up at the lack of patience in the world, especially on the roads whilst driving. The LA Rams won Superbowl LVI and trailers for both The Rings of Power and Dr. Strange have Dan and Ben intrigued as to what both have in store. The Book of Boba Fett finale has passed and both discuss what they thought of the episode.
In sport, the Premier League relegation battle is spicing up as teams are stating to get wins and points on the board. Piers Morgan caused a stir (again) by claiming David Beckham was an over-rated football player. Finally, Novak Djokovic has claimed he willing to miss tournaments if they require him to have the Covid-19 vaccine
This week, Dan has an epiphany in the most random of places at the most random of time, Ben is dangerously suggesting real-world micro-transactions and both discuss the latest in the Book of Boba Fett, declaring themselves clairvoyants as they have predicted some plot lines within the series. This asks the question of whether the writers have become bored of the series and are running out of ideas.
In sport, Kurt Zouma has brought down the wrath of the world after a video of him abusing his cat emerged, the FA Cup provided some shock knockouts in the latest round and a rare discussion on about the Rugby Six Nations and Rugby League make an appearance
In this episode, Dan and Ben discuss the gaming development studio, Bungie and their recent buy out by Sony in the latest of the games race. Dan and Ben attempt to predict the future of the Book of Boba Fett and where the journey could lead and Dan gives a brief run down of World War One after listening to his latest audiobook.
In sport, both Dan and Ben give their award to who they believe has spent well in the January Transfer Window and discuss who the signing of the transfer window was
Another week of 2022 passes and there's no let up in news. This week Dan and Ben celebrate Saint Dwynwen Day, the Welsh patron saint of love. Lego Star Wars finally has a release date, much to the relief and excitement of Ben and the owner of Brewdog is back in the news.
In sport, it would seem that last episodes courtroom has sparked life into the Manchester United Squad and is relegation likely for Everton after a surprise victory for Norwich?
Another week of news passes and Dan and Ben discuss the latest news with Novak Djokovic, Xbox has bout Activision-Blizzard in a record breaking takeover, Battlefield 2042 has found a way to stop the cheater problem and Dan discusses his latest adventure in audiobook, the Metro series.
In sport, Dan and Ben discuss the future of Everton, the fury around Arsenal requesting to postpone the North London Derby and this week debuts the Football Court Room where the Manchester United squad are in the dock and Ben must be both the defence and the prosecution and decide who stays and who is shown the door
We're only a few weeks into 2022 and already there's contender for weirdest story of the year as Dan and Ben are amazed by a money making scheme for jars. There's a fury in Canada as a party taken place on a plane with no social distancing and face masks. Everyone has the same 24 hours in a day and that the secret to success and financial prosperity.
In sport, Novak Djokovic is having trouble in Australia's border force. Manchester United players are looking more and more sluggish by the week and Newcastle United can now spend their millions, but is it enough to attract players to the North-East?
2021 has come to an end and 2022 is underway. In their first episode of the year, Dan and Ben discuss their Christmas and New Year celebrations, the state of gaming in 2021 and what could be in store in 2022 and are Everton and Burnley dangerously flirting with relegation from the Premier League
Join Dan and Ben for another look back at the week and delve into the weird world of news and sport.
This episode is the last of 2021 and Dan and Ben wave goodbye to another year of weird news, controversial sporting decisions and downright disgraceful gaming news
Join Dan and Ben for another look back at the week and delve into the weird world of news and sport.
This week is a worrying week for gaming as NFT's are slowly creeping into mainstream gaming.
In sport, Arsenal player Pierre Emerick Aubameyang has been stripped of the captaincy due to poor discipline, which raises the question, are modern day team captains as influential compared to captains from previous years
Join Dan and Ben for another look back at the week and delve into the weird world of news and sport.
This week, a man needed help removing a piece of World War II ordonnance. Dan witnessed first hand the delicacy that is a rich tea biscuit combined with butter, Ben is excited to see Manchester United under the leadership of Ralf Rangnick and controversy hits F1 where Max Verstappen tested his emergency braking abilities
Welcome back to another week with Dan and Ben where they discuss the latest stories from around the world, including gaming, sports and strange news.
This week, Dan and Ben share their snow stories from years gone by, Storm Arwen has caused havoc in Britain, with some residence acquiring new furniture in their gardens. In sport, Benfica played the weirdest game of football, with consequences and a goalkeeper playing for Viking FK gets his own team mate sent off in a bizarre act of play acting
Welcome back to another week with Dan and Ben where they discuss the latest stories from around the world, including gaming, sports and strange news.
This week, fuel thieves in Australia have a nasty surprise when they siphon the wrong tank, Battlefield 2042's release is a disaster and Manchester United have finally parted company with Ole Gunnar Solskjær
This week Dan went to see Ben perform with the Chester Wind Band
Battlefield 2042 is finally out and Dan gives his early impressions on the game and it reception at release.
England battered San Marino 10-0 in the final World Cup Qualifying round, which brings the question as to why San Marino is even in the qualifying rounds.
Former Yorkshire cricketer, Azeem Rafiq is giving evidence and his account of first hand abuse and racism he has faced at the club and casts a spotlight on the deep issues that are cemented at the root of Yorkshire Cricket Club and could potentially open the door for allegations from other sports around the world
This week, Dan and Ben discuss the latest poster release for Spider Man: No Way Home and discuss the direction the film may take.
Dan's been listening to The Lord of the Rings audiobooks and talks about the major differences between the films and the books so far.
In football, should Steven Gerrard leave Rangers and take the reigns at Aston Villa? and which loss was more embarrassing for Manchester United? The 2-0 loss to Manchester City or the 5-0 loss to Liverpool?
This week we find out why Dan is not impressed with Ben
Ben is not impressed with Manchester United.....again
Christmas is coming....again
It's Halloween and this week in the Premier League there were a few horror performances. Ben gives his honest opinion on the Manchester United performance against Liverpool and give his take on what should be changed at the club going forward
This week it's money, money, money. FIFA wants a reported $1 billion from EA for use of its licence. Dan and Ben discuss how Newcastle United's new owners can effectively use their wealth for the community.
Ben gives his spoiler free review of the latest James Bond instalment and Dan is having fun listening to audiobooks
This week Ben has performed in his first concert since the start of the Covi-19 pandemic. Dan has caved to pressure from EA. Demi Lovato has caused a stir with comments about extra terrestrials and Newcastle United have been bought and are officially competing with the richest clubs in the world
\the good, the bad and the ugly sides of gaming is upon us this week with the abundance FPS games available but the release of eFootball has made it the worst rated game on Stream currently.
In football, Dan and Ben delve into the Manchester United squad and take a look at whether clubs should try and swoop in for Barcelona and Real Madrid players due to their financial problems
This week a fuel shortage has created chaos in the UK and Dan and Ben share their thoughts on the situation.
Russell T Davies is back in charge of Doctor Who, much to the interest of Ben.
In football, are the reports of Messi not impressing his team mates at PSG true or is it all fabricated? Dan and Ben analyse Tottenham's awful loss to Arsenal and has Match of the Day finally run its course?
This week Dan and Ben discuss books from a galaxy far, far away. Gaming delays and underwhelming beta gameplay. Dan and Ben prepare for the day they're invited to the Met Gala and what extravagant outfit they'll wear.
In football news, Derby going into administration is discussed, Harry Kane's form for Tottenham Hotspur and reminiscing about Wayne Rooney during his later playing years
Ever had an irrational fear of a duck watching everything you do? There's a phobia for that as Dan explains.
Dan and Ben are noticing a lack of certain foods in some supermarkets and there's a possibility of covid restrictions returning.
Ben isn't happy with Manchester United losing minutes before recording this week and Arsenal have finally won a football match this season
It's a slow news episode for this week as Dan and Ben discuss the potential of a football World Cup every two years. Ben tells us about his admin adventures. Would you rather be a big spoon or little spoon and the temperatures in Wales have soared again
This week Dan pitches a somewhat controversial question, Should Yorkshire puddings be sold in chip shops? Dan explains his reasoning in this episode.
No Time to Die's release date is fast approaching and Dan and Ben discuss the last trailer for Daniel Craig's final outing as 007.
It's transfer deadline day and Dan and Ben talk about the latest deal and completed deals before the window shuts for the summer
This week Dan and Ben discuss the new Spiderman: No way Home trailer and discuss possible theories of who and what may be in store.
Dan is still struggling to hear but suffered an eye injury last week to add to his misery.
In football news, both discuss whether Manchester United have actually progressed after their 1-1 draw with Southampton and Arsenal are being Arsenal
This week Ben shares his experience of returning to Old Trafford for the first time in 18 months to watch the Manchester United's first game against Leeds United. Dan gives his opinions and observations from Arsenal's defeat to Brentford and discuss the rest of the action from the Premier League.
The Bad Batch season finale is discussed and Dan shares his opinion on the new free to play game, Splitgate.
Dan and Ben return from a week away and this week Ben has returned to wind band and some normality has returned to Dan and Ben's world.
Dan and Ben discuss a hypothetical situation of how much they would need to be paid to perform high risk activities and jobs.
Lionel Messi has finally left FC Barcelona after 20 years at the club, Dan and Ben discuss the transfer saga and the phenomenal wages that he and other footballers are paid at top European clubs and the financial issues that are crippling these clubs
This week Ben gives us his review of the latest Marvel film, Black Widow after he has returned to the cinema for the first time since the cinemas closed during the lockdown.
Dan and Ben also discuss the Olympics, football transfers, the return to the gym and whether the release date for the latest James Bond film will revive the cinema industry
The temperatures are soaring in the UK and Dan and Ben are struggling with the humidity and heat.
This week Dan and Ben discuss the final episode of Loki and what it could mean for the upcoming movies. Bad Batch is also discussed and whether or not it's losing it's way.
The British Grand Prix caused quite a stir and money problems at Barcelona FC have sparked discussions on the way money is handled in football
It's not coming home. Dan and Ben discuss the Euro 2020 final between England and Italy and talk about the aftermath that unveiled the ugly side of football
This week Dan and Ben discuss the latest on England's Euro 2020 campaign and talk about and review the Netflix film, Dynasty Warriors
This episode was recorded straight after the England vs Germany Euro 2020 match and has the raw reaction of Dan and Ben and how far they see England progressing in the competition.
Dan and Ben discuss the production quality of BBC productions compared to other broadcasting and streaming services and Dan and Ben also delve into whether Star Wars could potentially create it's own identity crisis
Ben is back this week and it's his birthday so what better way to celebrate than record a bonus podcast episode!
For this extra episode, both Dan and Ben talk birthdays and expand on England's Euro 2020 campaign and Mercedes having more problems in the Formula One
This week Dan explains has a gripe with the Black Summer tv series and sings praises about an audiobook he's currently listening to. Dan shares his thoughts on rumours that the Elder Scrolls series and Fallout series may be exclusive to Xbox only and in sport, Dan sings the praises for the Welsh and Scottish football teams at Euro 2020 but has some issues with the way England are playing their football and their approach to the competition
This week Dan and Ben discuss the latest gaming news including the latest Battlefield 2042 trailer. The latest Marvel tv series, Loki, will be discussed and other tid-bits that have occurred during the week.
With Euro 2020 now underway, Dan and Ben talk about the distressing scenes of Denmark's Christian Eriksen and suffering a cardiac arrest during the football match and the issue of the cameras broadcasting the incident. Analysis of all the home nations are also discussed
This week Dan gives a history lesson on the Royal Family's surname after the announcement of Meghan and Harry welcoming their second child into the world, Lilibet Diana Mountbatten-Windsor.
Ben has rant about Electronic Arts decision to remove Need for Speed from online stores with minimal warning.
Dan and Ben discuss the England squad ready for Euro 2020 and explain why they believe there are bigger issues in the squad than is believed and to end, small transfer rumours are discussed
The final two club football games of the season are over and Dan and Ben discuss the Europa League final and the Champions League final and provide their thoughts on the two finals the next steps for the participating clubs.
Euro 2020 is also fast approaching and the England preliminary 33 man squad has been announced. Dan and Ben delve into and analyse which of the players should make the 26 man squad ahead of the Euro 2020 Championship this summer
The Premier League season has finally concluded and it's time for Dan and Ben to submit their Premier League team of the season and their 23 and under team of the season. There are plenty of unexpected names that appear in both lists.
Dan and Ben also discuss the Monaco Grand Prix for the Formula One and Dan gives a very brief review of Zach Snyder's Army of the Dead
This week Ben receives another package but was he expecting this one?
Dan and Ben discuss whether the appointment of Thomas Tuchel at Chelsea has really improved things at the club, discuss Leicester City winning the FA Cup and the big discussion is about whether teams now need to consider having world class rotation players if they are to seriously contend for top honours.
Finally, Ben has set Dan's challenge for Football Manager 2021
This week Dan shares his experience of sharing an office with a Danny DeVito cut-out and Ben has not received another joke delivery.
In football news, Dan and Ben discuss the Champions League and Europa League final and the issue of where the Champions League final will be will be played due to Covid-19, Derby County surviving relegation by the skin of their teeth, Conor McGregor reportedly wanting to buy Celtic and Dan sets three challenges for Ben for the next few weeks.
In Formula 1 news, Ben and Dan debate whether F1 has become stale and if fans are becoming bored by Mercedes dominance on the track
To celebrate May 4th (Star Wars Day), Dan and Ben discuss the new Bad Batch Series and other upcoming releases. Dan has finally watched Marvel's Falcon and the Winter Soldier and gives his opinions on the series.
In football news, Manchester United vs Liverpool was cancelled due to fan protests and Jose Mourinho returns to management as the new Roma boss
This week, Dan and Ben have both received their first dose of the Covid-19 vaccination and share their experiences of before, during and after the vaccine. Ben has yet again received a strange package in the post from a mysterious sender and both discuss the shortlist nominees for the Premier League Hall of Fame
This week the world of football has been thrown into chaos after the announcement of the European Super League and demonstrates the divide between club owners and the fans and supporters of football clubs. Dan and Ben discuss what the European Super League is, share their thoughts and opinions and how it impacts them as fans of clubs involved in a potential new league
This week Dan and Ben discuss the sad passing of Prince Phillip and the lifting of lockdown rules around Great Britain, including the opening of borders in Wales and the opening of pubs and shops in England.
In sport, Ben and Dan round up the latest Premier League results and take a look at Tottenham Hotspur and what the future could hold for them and their run of form
This week Dan and Ben discuss the current META's (Most Effective Tactic Available) of video games and the negative impact it's having and driving player bases away from successful games.
In sporting news, Dan and Ben give their views on rumours that there are dressing room problems at Manchester United and also discuss the re-build that needs to happen at Arsenal FC
This week Dan give a brief history lesson on pirates after watching a Netflix series. Dan and Ben discuss the continuing problem of athletes being racially abused on social media sites and look at gaming and the censoring of racial abuse and other online abuse. Wales were crowned the Rugby Six Nations champions and we round up the home nations results on the international football stage.
This week Wales threw away the Rugby Six Nations Grand Slam is abysmal style and both Dan and Ben have a few words about what they think of their performance. Dan and Ben also analyse Manchester United after they were dumped out of the FA Cup by Leicester City and discuss Arsenal's poor performance again. The big topic this week discusses whether football players should return to their former clubs at the end of their careers or if their time has come and gone
This week Dan finally gives his verdict on Wandavision and both Dan and Ben talk about whether film studios will re-release films once cinemas re-open in order to cash in on more box office sales after Avatar reclaimed top spot as highest grossing film. Dan and Ben find the latest FIFA 21 controversy too humorous after EA's statement and Piers Morgan left Good Morning Britain in explosive fashion after a disagreement.
Dan and Ben also discuss the tragic murder of Sarah Everard and briefly discuss our thoughts on what could be done in the future to help women feel safer.
In sports news, Dan and Ben talk about the latest from the Rugby Six Nations and the English Premier League, especially Arsenal's win over Tottenham Hotspur in the North London Derby. They also ask the question of whether the Southampton owners should be concerned about the squad's inconsistent form
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This week Dan and Ben discuss the build up to the awaited Oprah Winfrey inter view with Meghan Markle and Prince Harry and share their thoughts and opinions on the small sections of the interview that have been released and they also discuss the poor timing and poor wording of a Burger King campaign to get more women into the culinary section.
In football news, Ben is elated as Manchester United ended Manchester City's winning streak in fine fashion and Dan is wondering what is going on at Arsenal and both discuss the ongoing collapse of Liverpool FC
This week Dan and Ben discover why you shouldn't attached sharp objects to chickens, the latest from the gaming world such as Star Wars games returning to the modern consoles, good news from EA regarding the next Battlefield title and the controversy surrounding the release of Pokémon Diamond and Pearl on the Nintendo Switch.
In sporting news, Dan and Ben discuss the strange refereeing decisions made in both the Premier League and the Rugby Six Nations and wonder where the standard of officiating has disappeared to
In this episode, Dan and Ben discuss the latest news and announcement about how the UK roadmap of lifting restrictions,. Dan shares stories of his most recent time working in Liverpool, including an altercation in a pound shop and a person attempting to steal Nandos chicken.
In the sport section, Dan and Ben discuss the bizarre situation Newcastle United find themselves by being three points above the relegation zone. Other talking points include Manchester United, Tottenham and Jose Mourinho
This week, Dan and Ben discuss the Gina Carano saga and give ideas on how the Mandolorian tv series can continue, discus the latest from the Rugby Six Nations, the Premier League and the cricket. The big talk this week is about Liverpool and their decline during this season
This week Dan and Ben delve into the inconsistencies and problems with the officiating in football and compare the attitude of players and officials to other sports such as rugby,
The Rugby Six Nations have started and Dan and Ben discuss the results and how this years competition may unfold.
Dan and Ben talk about Super Bowl LV and the significance of the ever performing Tom Brady, who has now won his seventh Super Bowl title
This week Dan gives his insight and experience on testing positive for Covid-19, Ben visits the dentist for the first time in over a year and Captain Sir Tom Moore has sadly passed away at the age of 100.
In football news, Dan and Ben discuss the January transfer window and discuss whether Liverpool fans are over expectant when it comes to results on the football pitch.
For the first episode of Season 2, Dan and Ben analyse the football derby between Liverpool and Manchester United, giving ratings to each player and analysing the Liverpool attack as well as looking at how Manchester United are top of the Premier League table.
They also give their opinion on the news that more gaming studios are free to create new Star Wars games
For the first episode of 2021, Dan and Ben provide an update of the Honest Pretenders Podcast and the direction it will be taking in the future in terms of content. Other topics discussed are Covid-19, the riots at the Capitol Building in the USA and the divorce of Kanye West and Kim Kardashian
In this festive episode, Ben takes the lead and compiles a list with Dan, of the best Christmas films to watch over the holidays. They both choose well known favourites, some not so well known films and throw in a few controversial and contentious film releases that raise debate. Dan and Ben also briefly discuss the new Lockdown in Wales and the latest on the ugly release of Cyberpunk 2077
This week Dan and Ben are slowly getting into the Christmas spirit and talk about what they have been doing to get into the festive mood, Dan shares his early impressions on the disastrous release of videogame Cyberpunk, thoughts and feelings of Disney announcing the up and coming films and tv series, an unexpected and out of control car, the Game of the Year awards and music returning to A Muppets Christmas Carol
This week Dan and Ben discuss the spectacular Formula 1 crash involving Romain Grosjean, The Mandolorian and where we see the season heading and discuss a potential spin-off series and the under discussed problem with abuse towards Twitch and YouTube streamers and in particular female streamers
This week Dan and Ben discuss the three Covid-19 vaccines, Ryan Reynolds andRob McElhenney purchasing Wrexham FC, The Mandalorian "controversies", the Pope liking a models Instagram photo, a Starbucks barista's flirting technique , the negativity of Twitter and a pigs in blankets cheesecake
For the 30th episode, Dan and Ben share their views on Joe Biden winning the US Presidential Election and President Trump's denial on Twitter, remember all the men and women who gave their lives and continue to serve in the military on Remembrance Sunday, the present Kanye West bought his wife Kim Kardashian West and FIFA Pro Clubs and other bits that we do in our lives
It's been a busy week for Episode 29. This week Dan and Ben discuss England going into a second lockdown, the passing of Sir Sean Connery, charity work from Mesut Ozil, The Mandolorian Season 2, the ultra realistic Halloween decorations in Texas and three teenagers get stuck in a tumble dryer
For Episode 28, Ben and Dan discuss the UK Government versus Marcus Rashford on free meals for children, the national lockdown of Wales and the banning of non-essential items being sold, the mysterious cases of Mesut Ozil and Donny van de Beek and why they arent playing football, Halloween traditions around the world and Iceland supermarket sends a chicken nugget into space
This week, Dan and Ben talk about Wales back in lockdown, trollies at self-service checkouts, the potential creation of a new European football league, Tesla bumpers and water don't mix, a wedding to a ghost is called off, the mis-identity of a cat and were the earliest Christians really drinking drugged communion wine?
For Episode 26, Dan and Ben celebrate the people who are on the Queens' birthday honours list, including many who have sacrificed their own free time to help others during the national lockdown, Dan and Ben also discuss Marcus Rashford and Joe Wicks, Black History Month, Mental Health Awareness Week and the Premier Leagues plans to make football games pay per view. Finally they discuss a 13 year old boy who achieved nuclear fusion, a baby born during a flight and a 90's nostalgia box sold by a restaurant in Swansea
For Episode 25, Dan and Ben share their feelings about being in a local lockdown, discuss the news that President Trump catching Covid-19, the new James Bond being delayed.....again and the knock on effect for the cinema industry, a warning against using Ouija boards this Halloween, five foul mouthed parrots and Harry Potter chocolate that has caused quite a stir
This week we interview Adam Robinson, an online fitness and nutrition coach. We explore his personal journey to becoming a personal trainer and his own experiences whilst in the health and fitness industry. We talk about the importance of maintaining physical and mental health and also discuss the importance of nutrition and balancing a healthy lifestyle without sacrificing all the food we enjoy.
This week Dan and Ben take a break from the news in the world and discuss an important topic that needs answers: How and why is Hogwarts school of Witchcraft and Wizardry still open?
Weird and wonderful news will also be discussed including a big surprise for a group of migrants that landed on a beach in East Sussex and a new Halloween costume that will want you calling for the manager
For episode 22, Ben and Dan discuss the seventh winner or Who Wants to be a Millionaire, Angelina Jolie donating to a lemonade stand, whether we're prepared for the impact of Covid-19, Daisy Ridley's interview about Star Wars, how karma has returned for a 42 year old celebrating his birthday and a duck who got into a drunken fight with a dog
Music used in Episode 22 produced by:-
Music by Quality_Online_Media from Pixabay
For this weeks episode, Dan and Ben discuss Soccer Aid 2020, a man swept out in a lake who was rescued by some priests, a Tyrannosaurus Rex garden gnome and Adele at Notting Hill Carnival. This weeks in depth discussion focuses on the critics of the internet and their control over film, television and video games
For the twentieth episode, Dan and Ben explore news stories around the world including a couple in Ecuador who are celebrating 79 years of marriage, a company creating affordable prosthetic limbs, the sad news of the passing of Chadwick Boseman, the turbulent transfer saga of Lionel Messi, a murder mystery in Brazil and the near death experience of a woman in Australia
For Episode 19, Dan and Ben discuss Tesco turning 16,000 temporary jobs into permanent jobs, the return of beavers, Ben and Jerry's flavour graveyard, Bayern Munich as the European Champions, the shooting of Jacob Blake that's sparked protests in Wisconsin and nerdy talk about Star Wars, Game of Thrones and The Lord of the Rings
In Episode 18, Dan and Ben discuss the recent A-Level results in schools across Britain, Barcelona and Manchester City being humbled and knocked out from the Champions League, the baby elephant boom in Kenya, sheep in the Lake District, Mickey Mouse signing a petition for Kanye West and the increasing number of gambling advertisements on YouTube
For Episode 17 Ben has returned and Dan and Ben will be discussing the true meaning behind the Matrix Trilogy, more disgruntled actors and actresses in Star Wars, the return of a kidnapped son after 30 years, the explosion in Beirut, Gareth Bale refusing to play for Real Madrid, Scottish footballers ignoring Covid-19 rules, Donald Trump and his graphs and an important Public Service Announcement from the National Park Service in the USA
Dan's gone solo for Episode 16 as Ben is away. This week, Dan will be providing his thoughts and opinions on Ayaan and Mikaeel, two six years old boys raising money for the Yemen Crisis, the rise in Covid 19 cases across the World, Spain restrictions, isolation ending for millions of people, Arsenal winning the FA Cup, is the Newcastle United takeover over? The return of the Champions League and Europa League and Argos ending the production of their nostalgic catalogue
In Episode 15, Dan and Ben talk about an inventive way of marking 2 metres in Montgomery, Powys, discuss the Ghislaine Maxwell arrest and charges, the Kanye West Presidency campaign and Twitter meltdown, face masks and how you can win a £300,000 house with a £2 raffle ticket
In Episode 14, Dan and Ben discuss the bravery of Bridger Walker saving his sister from a dog attack, the return of Shamima Begum to the UK to fight her for her UK citizenship, Jada Pinkett Smith and Will Smith on Red Table Talk, UFO sightings in Devon, the endangered Cross River Gorillas are reproducing in Nigeria and Cameroon and the confusing messaging about science and schools in America
In Episode 13, Ben and Dan discuss the film adaptation of Artemis Fowl, the people inspired by Captain Sir Tom Moore, the sad death of Jack Charlton, the tours of Taipei Airport, the supernatural dreams of a child, whether VAR is actually useful in football and the Governments idea for us to all lose weight
In Episode 12, Dan and Ben discuss the opening of pubs, restaurants and cafes in England, the continuing of television and film productions and the audiences that are never satisfied, Pakistan's national airline and the lack of licences and Ben reads brutally honest horoscopes from the 1970's
This week, Dan and Ben discuss Liverpool winning the Premier League, the huge crowds overwhelming beaches, plants attending an opera in Barcelona, caterpillars found in broccoli, the return of Formula One,
For Episode 10, Dan and Ben get their football fix with the return of the Premier League, discuss the sad passing of Sir Ian Holm, the reopening of non-essential shops in Wales and are left confused by a raging alcoholic monkey in India
This week, Dan and Ben discuss families reuniting, the current protests, non-essential shops opening, watermelon helmets, a Cambodian man's garden decorations and the Indian Covid-19 healer
In Episode 8, Dan and Ben discuss the recent Black Lives Matter protests around the World, weird baby names, Chester Zoo, the return of sports, Spidermen and metal balls where they shouldn't be
In this episode, Dan and Ben discuss the lock down easing, the return of sport, George Floyd and the riots in Minneapolis and the arrest of a "spy" pigeon
This week Ben and Dan are joined again by Tom Frost where they discuss the recent news about Dominic Cummings and the latest about life in lock down
This week we discuss agendas being forced in the gaming and film industries, deleted scenes in Star Wars and the leaks from the Last of Us 2 video game
In this special episode we are joined by two good friends, where we discuss the one things that keeps us sane...football
In episode three, we discuss the lock down in the UK and weird and wonderful world of conspiracy theories and choose our favourites and discus them
If you're worried about Covid 19, here are some links to provide help and stay mentally and physically healthy
NHS Mental Well being - https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou/every-mind-matters/coronavirus-covid-19-staying-at-home-tips/
Anxiety UK - https://www.anxietyuk.org.uk/coronanxiety-support-resources/
Mind - https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/coronavirus/coronavirus-and-your-wellbeing/
This week we give an update on the Covid 19 pandemic, provide our thoughts and views on British football and delve into our time in education and work
In our first episode we look at the impact that the Corona virus is having on people's lives, sport and travel. We also look at Prince Harry falling victim to YouTube pranksters and if it's real or not. We also provide a bit of depth into what we have been doing in our daily lives