15 Minutes(ish) of Blame

Episode 67: Fly in Ear

Mon, 17 Jan 2022 12:35:01 +0000

The Statute of Limitations has officially passed on two embarrassing stories from the boy's youth; John's mysterious tale of gravel up nose, and Jonny's fly in the ear saga...it's anyone's guess as to how they have actually managed to get this far in life.

Episode 66: Englishman in New York

Fri, 26 Nov 2021 10:38:13 +0000

John returns from a trip to New York City full of stories featuring the weird and wonderful people he met along the way...unfortunately there have been rumours swirling around in his absence. Jonny doesn't want to, would never want to, and almost doesn't...but knows he has to tell all in graphic detail. What are friends for after all?

Episode 65: John's Thing

Sat, 20 Nov 2021 11:02:37 +0000

After an extended absence John wants to start with an explanation of the thing he has been working on...it turns out Jonny has also had a few things he has been preoccupied with too.

Episode 64: The Most Interesting Man in the World

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 13:35:35 +0000

The boys meet with Matt Smith ("Diamond Dragon Skin") the world famous traveller, blogger, and thrill-seeker dubbed "the most interesting man in the world" by someone on the internet somewhere. They were grossly misinformed.

Episode 63: Thank U :)

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:30:00 +0000

John is nervous and often prone to bouts of social awkwardness...so a new feature on the Uber Eats app makes it all too easy to deal with human interaction even less - much to the amusement and confusion of Jonny and Steve...

Episode 62: Nazi Krill

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:00:00 +0000

John walks us through his first day as a background actor on a major upcoming Disney film, set for release in 2022. The haircut is unfortunate, and Jonny's salutes even more so...but the stories so far are the right mix of hurtful and hilarious, just how we like 'em. Cue the tears...

Episode 61: Steve's Return

Fri, 21 May 2021 12:07:53 +0000

Steve returns from an extended holiday, spent largely lazing around doing nothing and working as a dedicated member of the National Health Service...the boys draw parallels between his life and that of the films of ironic Director/Producer Hernando Chile. Three's a crowd in this episode (ish).

Episode 60: Charity Single

Sun, 16 May 2021 18:43:50 +0000

After seeing so many Z list celebrities turn to charity in times of need/when attention and interest seems to be running thin...the boys decide to take the plunge themselves and get amongst the ever-burgeoning charity single market. Melodic and sincere episode...

Episode 59: Big Fella

Thu, 13 May 2021 06:30:00 +0000

After a bank holiday break the boys return with holiday plans for themselves and their once-loyal Producer, Steve. John is instead desperate to tell a story where some local oddball referred to him as "Big Fella" - as Jonny explains this is not to be taken as a compliment.

Episode 58: What's Working Class?

Thu, 29 Apr 2021 18:57:29 +0000

For a bit of a change the boys actually have an (almost) serious debate about the role of class in the UK and what it truly means these days to be "working class", something which can often be worn as a badge of honour by many in the North East of England. Check it out and let us know your hot takes, commoners!

Episode 57: Under the Influence

Sun, 25 Apr 2021 16:11:37 +0000

John wants to make up for all of the lost time spent in lockdown this past year or two, and has big and highly unspecific) plans to make this a reality. Jonny is fairly sure that something else is at play here...very weird and wacky episode, apologies in advance(ishhhh).

Episode 56: Premiere Pro Problems

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:30:00 +0000

The every buggy and glitchy Adobe Premiere Pro decides to act up and this pushes the boys over the edge. Desperately seeking something or someone to blame, they start to find links between Steve and everything that is wrong in the world...some people just want to watch the world burn, apparently.

Episode 55: Shite Jobs

Sun, 18 Apr 2021 21:18:40 +0000

The boys take a little trip down memory lane to revisit just a handful of the terrible jobs they have had in the past as young(er) whippersnappers...this barely skims the surface but was a fun diversion all the same!

Episode 54: Time Travel Locks

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:30:00 +0000

Inspired by (ripped off completely-ish) by Netflix's Dark, the boys encounter a strange visitor from the distant world of 2025...he brings warning and sexy hair. Will Jonny heed the warning, or is fate and all that is coming bound to occur in this cycle as it always has?

Episode 53: Eugene Rocks

Sun, 11 Apr 2021 11:29:48 +0000

Pastor Eugene returns with a brand new cool rock look and is desperate to encourage John to join him on his holy business. Blue but hysterical episode, largely thanks to Eugene. Apologies in advance...

Episode 52: No Carb Episode

Thu, 08 Apr 2021 07:30:00 +0000

John is on a mission to lose the lockdown flab, but coincidentally Jonny wants to discuss his favourite foods whilst drinking beer. Match made in hell.

Episode 51: Price of Fame

Sun, 04 Apr 2021 18:30:00 +0000

The boys talk bad hair days and lockdown hairstyles, celebrities, Keanu Reaves' memes, and the cost of fame. All over the place episode for your viewing pleasures!

Episode 50: North-South Divide

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 06:30:00 +0000

The boys are away celebrating their 50th episode by drinking in a public park someplace, so in comes Uncle Scotty and Jacob Linton MP to take the reins. Hatred and disgust on both sides ensues, but can they find middle ground and get along? Spoiler...nope, not at all.

Episode 49: Paedàe Update

Sun, 28 Mar 2021 07:45:00 +0000

John is all dressed up and ready for an important Zoom meeting with the folks at Paedàe Loans - he needn't worry though as Jonny has already handled it. Trip back down memory lane of an episode/evidence Jonny used to get the contract thrown out.

Episode 48: Sunderland Tour Guides

Thu, 25 Mar 2021 08:00:30 +0000

The boys talk potential travel plans when all of this pesky COVID business is over...but with the current restrictions and focus on local "staycations", they try and push for visitors to come to Sunderland instead. Jonny seemingly tries to talk people out of it.

Episode 47: Dog Moms

Sun, 21 Mar 2021 08:30:00 +0000

Jonny comes to this show in a post-Mother's Day stupor ready to rant; dog moms, plant babies, guys and their "boy's toys"...no one is safe. Another not so catchy jingle tails off this episode, so listen to the end so we can be sure to brainwash you with its subtle message.

Episode 46: John's Dating Profile

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 19:45:00 +0000

John seems content with the lifestyle of Bilbo Baggins, and is increasingly becoming a hermit...this worries Jonny so much (freaks him out actually) that he has to resort to extreme measures - starting him up on a dating app on his behalf. Romantic episode, ish.

Episode 45: Mother's Day

Sun, 14 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

Jonny welcomes John's mother to the 15 Minutes(ish) of Blame studio for this incredibly dark Mother's Day special. All Jonny wanted was an explanation...well he got that, and so much more...

Episode 44: Garden of Lies

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 07:30:00 +0000

During the latest lockdown John has became one of those green fingered types and seems to think he knows it all...a few fairly simple questions from Jonny later and the Garden of Lies he has built comes crumbling down. We are still unclear on what peat is, please help.

Episode 43: Gentlemanners

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 08:00:00 +0000

What does it mean to be a gentleman in 2021? What do you need to do, and how do you need to behave? If "manners make the man" what does that make John and Jonny? Polite and well-mannered episode, ish.

Episode 42: Religious Nut

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 07:30:00 +0000

An absent Jonny gets revenge for the nightmare that was River Poutine by inviting born-again Christian Pastor Eugene to the show for a God-loving episode with John. Things get freaky for Jesus...no offence intended (ish).

Episode 41: Murder - No Mystery

Sun, 28 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0000

The boys spend the entire episode deciding the ways in which they would kill one another, and get away with it, should the opportunity ever arise. Dark ep...ish.

Episode 40: Billy 3 Chainz II

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0000

Billy 3 Chainz is back by vaguely popular demand to promote a new album and spit some more hot flames in off the dome freestyles...after yet another rocky introduction he even makes some original country/hip-hop music with Jonny. How long will this alliance last?

Episode 39: John's 30th

Sun, 21 Feb 2021 19:30:00 +0000

Jonny pulls out all the stops for John's 30th birthday party, including used party decorations, spray can cream cake, and a random assortment of (re-gifted) presents. You only turn the big 3-0 once, and despite lockdown and COVID-19, this proves to be a very special celebration...ish.

Episode 38: Humble Pie

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 07:15:00 +0000

With John piling on the pounds during the latest lockdown, Jonny decides it is well-overdue for him to eat some humble pie. But what's in it, and why bother? Find out in this episode...ish.

Episode 37: River Poutine

Sun, 14 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0000

Jonny books a special guest for this episode, a life coach named River Poutine in order to set John on the straight and narrow - however John isn't here to benefit from his wisdom, and his advice is...questionable at best.

Episode 36: Distinctive Definitions

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 07:30:00 +0000

Jonny points out that John has a very "distinctive" walk...akin to the Abominable Snowman or the BFG, so that's likely the reason he is always spotted out and about despite wearing a face mask. An episode of insults and hurt feelings. Just joking though...ish.

Episode 35: Kissing the Coronavirus

Sun, 07 Feb 2021 07:35:00 +0000

We take you through the best bits of the polarising yet electrifying debut effort from M.J. Edwards, Kissing the Coronavirus. Whether this is a serious book or not is irrelevant, as the fact remains it is a lot of fun either way. Probably slightly funnier(ish) if serious. This episode has John and Jonny red throughout, you'll quickly work out why.

Episode 34: Public Pooping

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 07:15:00 +0000

Bizarre and somewhat crude episode which stretches from discussing the fabled "Allotment Kings" of Newcastle, England, to X-Men spikes and public pooping in Wuhan, China. We truly pride ourselves on being the most intellectual show on the internets...ish.

Episode 33: Troll Model

Sun, 31 Jan 2021 07:30:00 +0000

So January is all but over, and a few of our New Year's Resolutions may already be long forgotten...but in this episode the boys focus on a far more constructive way to live a better life - the "Troll Model", i.e. someone you really, really don't want to be.

Episode 32: Live Laugh Love

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

This episode provides a thorough(ish) examination of the "Live, Laugh, Love" phenomena...as the boys consider why it is so universally insulted, the meaning behind it, and also...what flowers they want at each other's funeral. A morbid episode really, but a funny one as always...ish.

Episode 31: Danny Devito Interview

Sun, 24 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

Knowing that Jonny is a huge fan, John pulls out all of the stops to book the one and only Danny Devito as our highest profile guest so far...ish. Excited by the opportunity to meet his childhood hero Jonny digs for untold gems on the biggest films of his career - but not everything is as it seems. Also sorta features Bruce Willis, so there's that.

Episode 30: "African" Scammer

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

Whilst recording a random episode we found ourselves bombarded by calls and messages from a stranger in Africa (apparently) asking for financial assistance. After a bit of back and forth something wasn't adding up (duhhh), but we decided to roll with it anyway...this morphed into a 30 minute(ish) online adventure of us taking the absolute piss which we've decided to make our milestone 30th episode.

DISCLAIMER: we've since tracked the account to somewhere in Russia...and all of a sudden, it has vanished. Funny that! With that said we want to thank the person behind the "Ebrima" character, whoever you are, as this gave us an absolute hoot of a 30th episode. We hope you enjoy it.

Episode 29: Mysterious Note

Sun, 17 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

John gets a mysterious note through his door filled with conspiracy, sabotage, treachery, and...a very pungent smoky odour. Who is it from, and what is it all about? We get to the bottom of this riddle with CSI: Sunderland: The 15 Minutes(ish) of Blame boys.

Episode 28: Connexions Careers Class

Thu, 14 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

The boys get serious(ish) about what could have been and what still may be on this episode...cue an in-depth, almost serious examination of things they were told to aspire to in Careers Class at Secondary school...perhaps there's hope for the straight and narrow yet...

Episode 27: Bro Science Fatness

Sun, 10 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

The boys get seriously hench, super jacked, and extremely ripped in this episode (yes, all at the same time). John attempts to educate Jonny on the importance of nutrition when weight training, Jonny revisits a former flame in an old lady named Mary, the boys battle it out for the title of Mr. Universe...seriously bro-ish episode.

Episode 26: Wuhan Dog Restaurant

Thu, 07 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

In this traumatic trip down memory lane John reminisces on his short stay in Wuhan, China - long before we ever knew about you know what in 2020. As a mark of respect and for a treat for a job well done he was taken along to a dog restaurant...horror and humour in equal measure in this episode. You may enjoy it...ish.

Episode 25: Text Etiquette

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 07:15:00 +0000

Steve gets a grilling from Jonny regarding his severe lack of text etiquette, morphing into a version of Steve in the process. Episode also features new merchandise, rap adlibs, life lessons and...well no, that's about it...ish.

Episode 24: Job Interview

Thu, 31 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

The boys are categorically NOT jealous of those who were graced with furlough in 2020, but definitely feel for those who have lost jobs and are looking for a new position. Lots of hot tips and tricks in this episode on how to get your next dream job...ish.

Episode 23: Tin Foil Hats

Sun, 27 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

To understand the tin foil hat, you must become the tin foil hat...or at least that was the logic going into this mad hatter of an episode. Think the boys got to the bottom of it...ish?

Episode 22: Santa's Clause

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

Santa Claus is coming to 15 Minutes(ish) of Blame's town...ish...sort of...not really. In this failed festive episode Jonny tries in vain to get some words of wisdom out of a very inebriated and disappointing version of the big man in red.

Merry Christmas..ish.

Episode 21: Puddin' On

Sun, 20 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

Jonny is all about Christmas pud during this festive season, John thinks it is the work of Satan and ought to be binned for the rest of time. Xmas inspred ep with songs, costumes, and a quiz - don't say we never give ya' nothin'...ish.

Episode 20: Time Lord

Thu, 17 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

The boys are joined by a very very special guest for the 20th episode, a time traveller from the year 3022 known only as...Time Lord. They attempt to pick his futuristic brains to try and garner information which may save humanity from the terrifying impact of 2020. They don't really learn much...ish.

Episode 19: Horoscopes

Sun, 13 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

John pretends he doesn't believe in horoscopes, Jonny becomes an agony aunt - an episode dedicated to the much loved newspaper (by who we are not sure, but someone buys it) The Daily Star...ish.

Episode 18: The Karen Problem

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

John tries to shine light on yet another emerging problem in 2020: the rise of the rude Karen character who has been causing him great problems in recent months...Jonny isn't convinced they're to blame, no surprises there. First and last episode with Steve helping out...ish.

Episode 17: Disgraced MP

Sun, 06 Dec 2020 07:30:00 +0000

Jonny is joined by disgraced MP Jacob Linton who is on a promotional PR tour to rectify some recent wrongdoings...what comes out is far, far, worse. Jacob tries to appear like one of "the great unwashed"...which doesn't really wash....ish.

Episode 16: False Positive

Thu, 03 Dec 2020 07:15:00 +0000

Despite a recent battle with COVID-19 John bravely soldiers on in order to complete this show, whereas Jonny empathises but wishes to know more. Did John have Coronavirus? Does Jonny have eczema? Find out in this episode...ish.

Episode 15: Lockdown Musical

Sun, 29 Nov 2020 07:30:00 +0000

The boys look to capitalise on the lockdown blues by developing a musical, complete with a gripping storyline and banger after banger of morose show tunes. Car crash of a show, insanity setting in...at least you can sing a long...ish.

Episode 14: Sponsored Episode

Thu, 26 Nov 2020 07:30:00 +0000

With the stress from the Paedàe/Payday loan still looming John decides upon a new venture for 15 Minutes(ish) of Blame...sponsored advertisements throughout the episode. The contracts aren't exactly ironed out, but they're all sure to be on board...ish...on an unrelated note, be sure to choose Duzzit wipes for all your wipe needs.

Episode 13: Uncle Scotty

Sun, 22 Nov 2020 07:30:00 +0000

Jonny's Uncle Scotty pops in for a quick chat (he's an alcoholic), John tries to get to know him a little more...ends up seeing similarities between Scotty's life and a certain major motion picture featuring Mel Gibson. A very Scottish episode...ish.

Episode 12: Would You Rather?

Thu, 19 Nov 2020 07:45:00 +0000

With John in the depths of a deep depression over the Payday/Paedàe Fund Jonny decides to cheer him up with an impromptu game of Would You Rather? The boys end up talking about Ace Ventura, dating, Istanbul scams, and the potential selling of kidneys. It's as well adjusted as it sounds...ish.

Episode 11: Paedàe Fund

Sun, 15 Nov 2020 08:15:00 +0000

The boys get a level up with a new studio thanks to a brilliant yet mysterious initiative known only as The Paedàe Fund. Jonny is pleased with the improvements but has his reservations...John signed both their names anyway...it's all above board-ish...

Episode 10: No Offence

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000

The boys try to get honest with each other in this episode. They mean no offence, and none is taken...ish.

Episode 9: Mr. COVID

Sun, 08 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000

The boys think they are slick slipping in a mention of coronavirus by visualising what COVID-19 would look like if it was in human form. He would of course be gross, and yes, likely a he...ish.

Episode 8: Boot up the Arse

Thu, 05 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000

John booted a man up the arse, Jonny reminds him of far less brave childhood times. Is John still a purple belt? The boys are at loggerheads, no change there...ish.

Episode 7: Movie Pitch

Sun, 01 Nov 2020 08:00:00 +0000

The boys know that fame and fortune await, so look towards the future. John spends the entire episode running through potential movie pitches which could propel them (him) into the big time...Jonny isn't best pleased. Best episode yet...ish.

Episode 6: Father Times

Thu, 29 Oct 2020 08:00:00 +0000

The boys talk childhood, corporal punishment, and belts. Also touch on nice things such as primary school girlfriends and bowling for apples. Weird and wonderful episode...ish.

Episode 5: New Glasses

Sun, 25 Oct 2020 09:00:00 +0000

The boys get into a heated argument regarding John's new glasses. Jonny feels they have made him suddenly feel he is far superior and that as a result he is being unbearably patronising...John thinks he just doesn't have the intellectual capacity to comprehend his own thoughts. Fun but ridiculous...ish.

Episode 4: Billy 3 Chainz

Thu, 22 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000

In John's absence Jonny is joined by up and coming drill rapper, Billy 3 Chainz (not chins). Billy touches on his family's gangster affiliations, the influence of the Hackney streets, and his ongoing feud with 2 Chainz. We are also spoiled to numerous freestyles...they're hot...ish.

Episode 3: Dorito Intros

Sun, 18 Oct 2020 08:15:11 +0000

After drinking all day the boys think it is very clever to introduce one another, after failing so badly in the first episode, by using the running metaphors of Chilli Heatwave and Tangy Cheese Doritos. It wasn't. Still funny...ish.

Episode 2: Cabin in the Woods

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 07:00:00 +0000

The boys take us through traumatising times in West Virginia during a US road trip, they also touch on racist country music, Limewire, and genetics...ish.

Episode 1: Pilot

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 09:43:03 +0000

In this first episode the boys try to introduce one another, and end up reminiscing about the Lord of the Rings warzone that was secondary school. Good times...ish.