The Casa Mirth podcast

Join Dr Norman Trousers & River Zambezi as they chat about whatever they feel like at the time. Get the latest news from the Channel Mirth newsteam. Meet a host of characters who are all just a little bit nuts. May include daftness; does definitely include language that your Mum might not mind but your Nan would (that means explicit - over 18's only).

Episode 6.2: That's more like it! 10/19/2020

Episode 6.2: That's more like it! This delectable slice of that podcast that just won't die includes Ada and (Inappropriate) Edna, the Hotel Aquarius, the reminiscent frenchman and chat of Dr Norman's fixation with one of the victims of the great Pompeii disaster. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/16425137

S6E1 The Warm Up 09/12/2020

S6E1 The Warm Up Here it is, a light in a world of utter madness, some stupidity to break through the mire, some complete and utter...well you know. Topics include: /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/15985904

S5E4 Unoriginal Hashtag 12/12/2018

S5E4 Unoriginal Hashtag Yes they're back! (and about as welcome as a second term for Donald Trump). /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/7897559

Episode 5.3: 50% More Chaos 07/14/2018

Episode 5.3: 50% More Chaos Oh my lord! In this skip back in time (quite literally, this was recorded 3 months ago FFS!), Dr Norman has a speech impediment (not drink related) and has face aids. Some bright spark has the idea for everyone to do accents. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/6811513

Episode 5.2: We may have said this before... 06/03/2018

Episode 5.2: We may have said this before... In this new instalment of what no-one is calling "the Tupperware of comedy podcasts" (no I don't know either) : /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/6662820

Season 5 Episode 1: That was a bit of a wait! 05/12/2018

Season 5 Episode 1: That was a bit of a wait! Well that was a bit of a wait! Your forgotten favourite podcast is back - and it's like it never went away. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/6585337

Christmas Special 2017 12/24/2017

Christmas Special 2017 Merry Christmas Everybody! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/6086517

Episode 4.4: The Casa Mirth podcast Show 09/28/2017

Episode 4.4: The Casa Mirth podcast Show In this delicious slice of Mirth, River Zambezi takes over - and can't remember the name of the show. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/5785878

Episode 4.3: Unplanned 07/30/2017

Episode 4.3: Unplanned Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi went to a beer festival ...all day. An impromptu recording session ensued, with virtually no planning - and it probably shows. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/5590928

Episode 4.2: Home Alone! 07/05/2017

Episode 4.2: Home Alone! The boys are back and they've been drinking in the sun for 6 hours - so things start off as you would expect and go downhill from there! In this cataclysmic episode of the podcast that's like your favourite uncle who never turns up to family gatherings, Dr Norman had a health scare a while back and has recently been home alone. There's an unexpected argument about a fart and a brief discussion about vaginal steaming. Dr Norman dreams of jamming in a music shop and River likes a careless whisper. Both boys resolve to lose some weight and eventually answer some listener questions. Well - fail to answer one and debate (whilst getting nowhere) a question about the zombie apocalypse. All this as well as a return from the cinematic madness that is Film Club, the guys at Radio Mirth say hello and we meet a rather interesting vet. So kick back and enjoy the show! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/5510220

Season 4 Episode 1: Here we go again! 03/20/2017

Season 4 Episode 1: Here we go again! Yes folks - the proverbial bad penny of podcasts is back with a bang! Apart from not knowing what they're doing, it's like they've never been away...ok so they never know what they're doing... This episode can best be described by a phrase that most men wish they could say; "It might be long, but it won't hurt". Ok actually it's more like "It'll be over before you know it". In this funtabulous episode, Dr Norman Trousers attempts a retrospective of 2016 focussing on celebrities who died with little fanfare - which is made harder by the fact that River Zambezi hasn't heard of any of them. Dr Norman just wants a "coffee" and can't do a Russian accent. There's a brief chat about advertising and the boys go off into their own little world after having an idea for "japes" at Currys (a local electrical retailer). There's an attempt to remember children's tv theme tunes that turns into a discussion that goes as well as you'd expect, and a chat about classic films reveals why Norman won't go on a cruise. Norman's given up bread and had a dream about a doughnut (that's donut) that leads to an inevitable question. Talking TV shows turns into a heated discussion about "romance" (well not exactly - but it turns out River's an old romantic at heart.) So sit back, grab a drink and get ready for another slab of mirth and merriment from your favourite idiots. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/5186720

Christmas Special 2016 12/23/2016

Christmas Special 2016 It's that time of year again folks! Roll up for the biggest, daftest, star-studdedest Casa Mirth podcast Christmas Special ever! Dr Norman doesn't know how to pronounce David Bowie's name, 2016 has not been a good year to be a celebrity and the boys ponder the immortal question - who would win in a fight between Santa and Jesus? Bonn Voyage pops up for a quick Christmas conversation and Dr Norman and River discuss what happened in the years that they were born. Alongside this, there's a couple of Christmas music classics played for your listening pleasure on Radio Mirth, a podcast star-studded episode of Celebrity Brainwave and the epic (literally it's massive) Christmas Special radio play. This year it's the Casa Mirth version of the Bill Murray version of Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol. Featuring a whole host of podcast heroes, this version is guaranteed to be different to any that you've heard before. Featuring (in no particular order): Marc Hershon, Tommy Royal, Samantha Pett, Stuart Buckland, Jason McNamara, River Zambezi, Angus Doodall, Paint it Black podcast, Bold and Belligerent, The LoFi Show, Dark Angels and Pretty Freaks, Old Man Orange, Nigel Boydell, Davian Dent, Megan Mohn, What a pair of Trousers, Bonn Voyage, Eric Furniss, The All Seeing Guys with Greg and Joe, Ice and the Face, Ed Wallick and Dr Norman Trousers. (hope we didn't miss anyone!). So sit back, relax, grab some egg-nog or whatever your favourite Christmas tipple is and settle into Christmas with Casa Mirth. Merry Christmas! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4937484

Episode 3.5 Bonn Apetit! 10/20/2016

Episode 3.5 Bonn Apetit! Just before you go about forgetting these two idiots, the Casa Mirth podcast is back! In this delectable slice of audio pie, Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi are joined by a very thpecial guest - Bonn from the Bonn & Obo Show, also known as Bonn Voyage from Strange Times and HandShandy786 on Tinder. Bonn's raised the game a bit and this episode shows that the hosts can actually be quite intelligent, with some interesting discourse. Sort of. River still loves a pickle, the spectre of self fellatio raises its head again and Facebook gets a brief mention but is stopped before it turns into another rant. Unfortunately River brings up an age-old argument and Dr Norman disagrees (again)- which turns into the kind of car crash you would expect. There's a discussion about toilets unsurprisingly, it all takes a serious turn with a discussion that touches on the threat of terrorism and Dr Norman goes off on one about tribute bands. Apologies to any deaf people who may listen to this episode... Never mind the girth...feel the Mirth! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4760773

Episode 3.3 - Insects and Robots 08/21/2016

Episode 3.3 - Insects and Robots Here we are again with another episode of your favourite podcast! River Zambezi and Dr Norman Trousers are back for another slice of daft. In this offering, the hosts discuss bad hand writing and chemistry lessons. Dr Norman has written a rhyme like you've never heard before and there's an almost intelligent discussion on the (host's) discovery of masturbation. There's a beautiful apology to a fan and both hosts are quite irritated by the thought of robots having rights. Even agreeing at the start can't avoid another argument, this time about sex dolls of all things! Finally, and almost inevitably, there's talk of a particular nature about...insects. Laughs aplenty in another fine outing from Messrs Trousers and Zambezi - get it in you right now! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4606916

S3E2 Plus One take Two (part 2) 06/28/2016

S3E2 Plus One take Two (part 2) Part 2 of season 3 episode 2 is upon us! In this conclusion, Dr Norman works with animals and there's talk of dolphin masturbation and turkey sex (don't act surprised!) We also check in on Casa Mirth's Film Club and the long awaited third episode of the best show ever to come from a parallel universe - From Within the Actor's Head. Facebook problems, bizarre pet jewellery and a controversial question finish up this second part of the best podcast that no-one listens to. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4476902

S3E2 Plus One take Two (part 1) 06/10/2016

S3E2 Plus One take Two (part 1) Well it's been a long time coming, but your favourite podcast is back! Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi are joined by a very special guest for what is only the second episode of the year (but on the plus side, it's a two parter). There's legal beagles, censored material and ninjas. In part one, there's talk of animal husbandry, Hitler and cheesy balls, as well as the Channel Mirth News. River laughs, the special guest gets really stuck into proceedings and Dr Norman has an existential crisis after he upsets a listener. Also, a special tribute from Angel Barry White and some very rude but very funny chit chat make up the first installment of a well overdue episode - all of which will probably make you glad this isn't more regular... Having so much fun led to a really long episode, so this is part one - part two coming soon! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4434289

Season 3 Episode1 : Rally the Troops! 03/25/2016

Season 3 Episode1 : Rally the Troops! Social media and booze breaks; very dubious discussions of a sexual nature; new quiz show Celebrity Brainwave and disaster! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4248385

The Christmas Special 2015 12/23/2015

The Christmas Special 2015 They're back. Yes, a very drunk Dr Norman Trousers (having had an afternoon of Christmas drinks at work), and the first person to ever attempt to perform a magic trick on an audio-only podcast, River Zambezi.In this festive spectacular, we find that River doesn't like pastrami and Dr Norman's never had a spam fritter. There's an update on (and a song for) Ralph, River's new saying doesn't go down too well and there's a bit of a dark revelation about Finding Nemo.There was a bit of confusion over some of the articles for sale on Firebox, against all scientific evidence Dr Norman argues the toss about how hot a volcano is and both hosts get a little apologetic over the feel for the episode as circumstances meant that the recording session didn't follow "the process".Dr Norman's memory lets us all down and he forgets the name of the lovely person on Twitter who had some very kind words for the show (it was @DJSL22), and is aghast at the literally tons of crap games for kids this Christmas (and mixes up Poopy Fun Time with Poopy head - both are quite ridiculous although one may not even be real).A familiar face (voice?) is back for the Channel Mirth News, there's Film Club, Radio Mirth (with the world premiere of the Christmas song recorded especially for the Casa Mirth podcast, aka Casa Aid) and the highlight of the show, the "special" part of the Christmas Special - the star-studded Casa Mirth version of The Nativity.All this adds up to the best Christmas Special yet!Merry Christmas, one and all! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/4034715

Episode 2.6: Hysterical (part two) 12/01/2015

Episode 2.6: Hysterical (part two) They're back! Here it is, part two of the pant-wettingly funny final episode of 2015 (well apart from the Christmas Special...) /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3987171

Episode 2.6 (part 1): Hysterical 11/19/2015

Episode 2.6 (part 1): Hysterical Here it is folks! Episode 2.6 of the world's most infrequent podcast. The episode that was so long and hilarious, we had to cut it in two for public safety reasons!In this first part of what turned out to be a smorgasbord of hysterics, Dr Norman wants to play his ukelelebanjo because he wrote a song and there's talk of an interview which led to the show's first negative review.River nearly sharts and neither host agrees with participation medals.Finally a discussion about charity "months" somehow descends into an argument about pubic hair and River's been listening to some weird stuff on spotify.All that, along with the ever-present Channel Mirth News all add up to a blinding return. We apologise now if you make yourself look daft if listening in public! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3963310

Episode 2.5: Gimme a 'D' 09/25/2015

Episode 2.5: Gimme a 'D' In yet another episode from the Halley's Comet of podcasting, we join Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi for more daft discussions and comedy gold. (ok white gold admittedly).In this show, an off-the-cuff comment leads to a disturbing discussion regarding sexual preferences (kind of), we find out that Dr Norman doesn't like mushy peas and has been refused booze again.The boys have been to a wedding (and got busted being a bit naughty), there's an elaboration on the tank paintballing story from the last episode and a stark warning on Dr Norman's web browser leads to a very serious and unsavoury news-story about an ex co-worker.We get to hear the award-winning Casa Mirth-produced Balderdash theme tune from the Paint It Black Comics podcast, River refuses to believe a story about a Mexican with a third leg and we find that it's not just Jesus's wang that's worshipped.All this, a new episode of Film Club (with tasty treats!), Redneck and Raunchy, more Radio Mirth and the ever present Channel Mirth News all combine into a great way to waste some time. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3821272

Episode 2.4: Horny Dead Badgers & Dutch Ovens 08/21/2015

Episode 2.4: Horny Dead Badgers & Dutch Ovens They're back! After a bit of a break, Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi bring you another episode of your favourite podcast. A slightly different feel to this one as "the process" was changed for the pre-show prep, so not so many tangents to be found in this one (normal service will resume for 2.5).In this show - Dr Norman is home alone and River doesn't know what a dutch oven is. There's tales of extreme breastfeeding, toilet paper issues on planes, swearwords and "meh" words and horny dead badgers.Norman suggests some charitable initiatives after a tangent discussion about Stephen Hawking's junk, there's a sexually liberated dolphin and it's Competition Time on Radio Mirth.All this, the Channel Mirth News, the reminiscent Frenchman and Angel Barry White add up to another great show for you to enjoy :) /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3750136

Episode 2.3: Jesus & Bad Mammals 06/01/2015

Episode 2.3: Jesus & Bad Mammals In this episode which has been a long time coming (to almost biblical proportions you could say), the boys discuss the story of Easter and suggest some alternatives to the generally agreed legend - plot-holes and all. There's also revelation about Jesus you may not have heard before. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3588965

Episode 2.2: Patron Saints and made-up Monkeys 04/22/2015

Episode 2.2: Patron Saints and made-up Monkeys Welcome back to season 2, episode 2 of the show that keeps on coming...just very slowly. From a slightly unexpected start, we join Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi in another mirth-filled slice of your favourite podcast.In this episode - the boys show a lack of knowledge around patron saints, River wasn't impressed with a recent eclipse, there's talk of airplane poo and Dr Norman's been doing some exercise.Talk of the generalisation approach in Psychology leads to a fairly odd outburst regarding monkeys, the miracle of make-up is debated and a conversation following Dr Norman's research into fetishes proves why you wouldn't want to take a bath at River's house.All this and there's the Channel Mirth News, alas without our usual anchors (as we bid farewell to a stalwart of the show), Carl Danger pops up - or should we say "drops in" and we meet a couple of Northern driving instructors for the first time. We also learn that neither host will be tongue-punching anyone's dirtbox in the near future, but for very different reasons.So sit back, relax, and get ready to be entertained and hopefully amused - this one was a blast! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3508431

Episode 2.1b - We hope it was worth the wait 03/13/2015

Episode 2.1b - We hope it was worth the wait It's back!! On this brand new episode of your favourite podcast, there's a vague explanation of the delays around Season 2.Dr Norman doesn't like Kanye West, and has either experienced freaky coincidences or the show has gone psychic.There's a massive difference of opinion regarding toilet escapism, Oscar-themed chat, a debate over selfies goes a bit serious and no-one likes the Kardashians.A comment about unicycles with no seats descends into a fairly unintelligent discussion about some of the technology in back to the future 2 and Dr Norman's spacky toe. River has strange plans to name his yet unlikely first-born child that lends a slight political incorrectness to the moment and we learn that he's never heard of a fleshlight.All this, a little ditty by friends of the show Bonn & Obo, a debate between swimwear and underwear and the ever-present Channel Mirth News hopefully make this a return worth waiting for.Oh and get the hankies ready - not just for the sex toy talk....someone dies. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3422648

The Christmas Special 12/23/2014

The Christmas Special Join Dr Norman Trousers & River Zambezi on this, the first Casa Mirth podcast Christmas special.This harks back to the good old Morecambe and Wise Christmas TV specials from England in the 70's/80's, although I doubt Morecambe and Wise would have heard of, let alone had an opinion on, scat porn.In this very special episode, Dr Norman has a bone to pick with Jools Holland. River isn't impressed with Norman's new euphemism and there's a 65,000 million year detour!The boys give a tip of the hat to a recent PodUp and the not-so good guerilla advertising in London (it's much better in Korea!).Dr Norman is fairly disgusted by the thought of turkey and stuffing flavoured donuts and on a more festive note, recounts an article outlining reindeer's hallucinatory proclivities and the "circle of p*ss".There's also a fairly inexplicable and un-festive diversion towards poo and our co-hosts have very different feelings about Christmas.With the ever-present Channel Mirth News discussing the Jolly old fat man, a festive version of Film Club, a Christmassy Carl Danger and a Christmas Eve sitcom, sit back with your egg-nog, vodka or crystal meth and enjoy the fun.All of this, and more special guest stars than you can shake a stick at, makes this a cracking present to open this Christmas! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3259224

LBOTS3: The Mirthday Special 12/03/2014

LBOTS3: The Mirthday Special People of the internet! People who love podcasts! People with ears! Today we celebrate Mirthday!!That's right - the Casa Mirth podcast is 1 year old! Who would have thought from humble beginnings, sitting on camping chairs and drinking tea, a year later Dr Norman Trousers and River Zambezi would still be kicking around, persecuting their livers with gallons of booze and standing up during a recording session!It's been an amazing year. The boys have learnt a lot; they've argued a little. They've opened their souls to you, and you've opened your earholes to them...and altogether, we've peed our pants laughing.Here's a special edition of LBOTS - Little Bits on the Side to remind you that the immensely professional image that Messrs Trousers & Zambezi portray on the award-winning (not really) podcast, the Casa Mirth podcast, does sometimes crumble - but then, that's just as hilarious and they're not precious.Also in this special edition, quite a lot of un-heard additional content, an intro/outro from none other than Carl Danger, and some very special birthday, no, Mirthday wishes from some good friends.Special thanks to Bonn & Obo, the Bold & Belligerent podcast and the legends that are Royal & Doodall - the mere presence of whom is so exciting it would make a sandpit wet. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3217387

Episode 12: How did we get here? 11/08/2014

Episode 12: How did we get here? In this all-new episode, Dr Norman Trousers is suffering from the sinus AIDS (he has a cold).After a silky start to the show, Dr Norman tells tales of travel, espionage, guerrilla advertising and the difference in toilet flushing between planes and trains.There's a call to arms for our listeners, a discussion about a japanese sex doll ramps up into a bit of an argument and River Zambezi doesn't like the lucky waving chinese cat in the Casa Mirth studio.Dr Norman ventures past #172 on the telly and is surprised at the preponderance of both urdu and babestation channels, sparking a conversation that descends into an increasingly bizarre and entirely uninformed deliberation of online webcam porn sites.Unexpectedly, Dr Norman has a little rant of his own about people who diss the mediums by which this lovely show is heard, which River gets a little scared by. /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3168534

Episode 11: The "F" Word 10/12/2014

Episode 11: The "F" Word The "F" Word? : Fappening, Furry Fellatio, 555 and F*ckloads of Fun! /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3115611

Episode 10: Typo's, Cokes and Super-juice 09/03/2014

Episode 10: Typo's, Cokes and Super-juice So here it is folks! Episode 10 of the show that won't just molest your funnybone - it'll buy it a drink first and respect it in the morning.In this milestone edition, a debate around an ultra-orthodox religious act descends into a difference of opinion on self-fellatio. There's a white board (or maybe a wipe board); the premise of how a difference in spelling could distort reality (which does affect old favourites, the Channel Mirth News and Film Club) and there's a new approach to recording.Dr Norman Trousers gets his own theme tune; there's discussions around stunt cocks and dolphin rape and we hear all about River Zambezi's claim to fame.Dr Norman almost gets emasculated by Kathleen Turner, the boys discuss the benefits of reviewing the show on iTunes and we get to find out: who is Carl Danger? /episode/index/show/casamirthpodcast/id/3045297

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