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In this episode of the QuiffCast, hosts Rob Banes and Ryan Gray take on a spicy challenge straight from their culinary dreams (or nightmares) as they attempt a low-budget parody of the iconic Hot Ones series using Nando's famous sauces.

As they navigate the fiery flavours, listen in on their humorous banter and personal stories related to spicy food adventures.

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Chapters

• 00:00 - Introduction
• 04:31 - Choosing the Sauces
• 10:16 - First Taste Lemon Herb Sauce
• 15:01 - Moving on to Medium
• 20:11 - Hot Sauce Reaction
• 27:31 - The Extra Hot Experience
• 34:01 - Final Thoughts on the Challenge
• 43:01 - Wrap-Up and Future Episodes

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This episode contains discussions of medical trauma, surgery, and graphic descriptions of pain. Listener discretion is advised.

In this powerful and personal episode, Rob Baines and Charlotte Smart reflect on two intense years filled with unexpected health challenges — from kidney stones to a major leg fracture — and the long road to recovery. They talk openly about pain, fear, mental health, and the healing process, both physically and emotionally.

Alongside the tough moments, they also share some joyful news: their engagement 💍. With honesty, humour, and heart, this episode is a reminder that even through the hardest times, growth and connection are possible.

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Chapters

00:00 – Intro & Season Mix-Up

04:20 – Podcast Setup & Life Catch-Up

08:30 – Medical Trigger Warning

09:00 – Kidney Stone Discovery

13:00 – Hospital Visits & Diagnosis

16:30 – Surgery & Pain

21:00 – Recovery & First Wins

25:00 – Femur Fracture Incident

30:00 – Hospital Stay & Operation #2

35:00 – Recovery at Home

38:30 – Gym, Rehab & Milestones

41:00 – Mental Health Journey

44:00 – Engagement Announcement

46:30 – Looking Ahead to the Wedding

48:10 – Outro & Teasers

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In this episode of QuiffCast, host Rob Baines is joined by Charlotte Smart, Katherine Powell, and Charlie Leach to reflect on a packed weekend of convention festivities, social events, and memorable moments. From organising logistics and unexpected challenges to post-event highlights, including party games, go-karting, and shared laughter, the group offers a candid and entertaining look behind the scenes.

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Hosts Rob Baines and Ryan Gray reunite after a long break to chat about everything nerdy and random. They reminisce about past podcast episodes, joke about the “elephant in the room,” and reflect on life changes, including Rob’s upcoming wedding and Ryan’s newfound love for bouldering. The conversation jumps from fitness journeys to gaming, with discussions on upcoming releases like GTA 6 and the new Assassin’s Creed. Amidst the chaos of ringing phones and unexpected distractions, they keep things light-hearted and fun. Expect witty banter, inside jokes, and a mix of pop culture, personal stories, and complete randomness.

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In this episode of the QuiffCast, Hosts Rob Baines, Charlotte Smart, and Charlie Leach dive into their film and TV obsessions—from lockdown discoveries to cult classics. They debate The Matrix, Indiana Jones, and the bizarre brilliance of The Greasy Strangler, while Charlie reveals his love for unsettling cinema. Plus, they tackle The Boys, Gone Girl, and Back to the Future, and discuss what makes a great film experience. Expect laughs, hot takes, and a truly unexpected sponsor segment. Tune in for a nerdy deep dive into the world of film!

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Join host Rob Baines and guests Katherine Powell, Ashley Richards, and Tom Butterworth as they geek out over everything nerdy! In this episode, they celebrate Rob’s 30th birthday with fun stories about travel mishaps, a wild night out, and a day filled with go-karting, mini-golf, and bowling. Plus, an entertaining pitch session for the next big (and chaotic) QuiffCo invention!

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Chapters

00:00 Welcome to the QuifCast!

03:45 Traveling for the Birthday

06:20 Friday the 13th Coincidence

10:30 Darlington Market & Food

18:00 Drunk Conversations

23:40 Go-Karting & Power-Ups

27:00 Mini Golf Madness

30:10 Bowling & Arcade Fun

34:30 The Invention Challenge

42:00 Wrapping Up & Outro

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Rob Baines is joined by his longtime friend Charlie Leach for a trip down memory lane. They discuss their first meeting at a Comic-Con, the content they’ve created together—including Minecraft parkour, comedy sketches, and an SNL parody that never made it online—and Charlie’s natural talent for interviewing. Along the way, they share hilarious stories, navigate unexpected technical hiccups, and even throw in a surprise sponsored ad.

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I'm your host, Rob Baines, and with me is my co-host, Ryan Gray! Together, we dive into all things geeky, nostalgic, and sometimes completely ridiculous. From reliving our early filmmaking days to coming up with wild new ideas (like making me eat ridiculously spicy food), every episode is packed with laughs, memories, and plenty of off-topic tangents. Whether we're reminiscing about old projects, debating pop culture, or just trying to figure out how these microphones actually work, one thing’s for sure—we’re always in for an adventure. So grab a snack, get comfy, and join us for the ride!

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