Comedian Fred Cooke joined us on the podcast and had us in stiches from the start between his Louth accent impression and his uncanny musical knowledge.

He told us about the steep learning curve between watching and performing standup. And Calvin shared his own story of nearly getting kicked out of one of his gigs.

Fred might be best known for his work with Tommy Tiernan, from supporting his tour to mc'ing his TV show. He told us how Tommy taught him to breathe, and we're glad he did because we wouldn't have gotten a word in otherwise.

And there might even be a big announcement...

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We begin this week with Terence flirting with the chance to become a Baron (or Lord), if the price is right.

The big debate about white versus black pudding takes a twist as we (somehow) end up debating pigs’ ankles and horses’ knees.

Terence is, literally, cartwheeling around the studio, and Calvin is making the case for an internet free way of life.

We also have an update on the big listener dilemma of the past few weeks.

Send your questions and comments to talkingbollox@goloudnow.com

Carla Piera FitzGerald lost half her body weight in 14 months – An incredible loss of 13 stone or 83 kilos. She told us about her unhealthy relationship with food which began with hiding sweets aged 5 and continued through to her 30s. She tried every diet going but it was only when Carla sorted her head out, that she began to see substantial changes in her body.

Carla’s story is so inspiring, especially for anyone looking for a fresh start this January, and it just goes to show what we can do when we’re consistent and when we put our minds to something.

Carla spoke openly about Ozempic and Gastric bands which are seen as ‘quick and easy’ fixes, and she shared all the unexpected ways weight loss has improved her life from making flying easier, to making her taller!

Carla's new podcast The Imperfectionist is out now!

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