(no music) (10 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1483 | Jason Newland | 7th November 2025

07/11/2025 9h 46min
(no music) (10 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1483 | Jason Newland | 7th November 2025

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Episode Synopsis

https://www.jasonnewland.com/Support this free service:https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jasonnewland🎙️ Episode Summary: Q&A Friday with Jason Newland🐾 Personal UpdatesVinnie Walks & New Routine: Jason shares updates about taking Vinnie out for walks after dark, describing how he avoids using torches so as not to disturb people, and is adjusting to a new daily walking pattern to suit both of their needs.Sleep Routine: He discusses winding down by watching Big Brother, having a shower before bed, and wearing a thin dressing gown (which he amusingly struggles to name).Bath Time Challenges: There’s a humorous anecdote about how awkward baths have become, and reflections on childhood baths with siblings — and even pink Crocs mishaps!📺 TV TalkOzark: Jason rewatched the series and enjoyed it despite not recalling much from his first viewing years ago.Fargo: Discussed in relation to Ozark. Jason reflects on season 4 with Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman, noting how their personalities didn’t quite fit the gangster roles.Other Shows: Mentions Bored to Death with Ted Danson, and Norsemen — a favorite for its oddball Viking humor.🏘️ Community & Housing UpdatesUncle Sausage’s Flat: The council turned it around quickly for a new tenant.Neighbours: Updates on other flats in the building. Jason notes some come-and-go, but things are relatively quiet and settled now.Auntie Landlord: Minimal contact since Uncle Sausage passed. Jason reflects on how connections naturally fade when circumstances change.🧨 Seasonal NotesChristmas Is Coming: Ads are already on TV. Jason reminisces about childhood Christmases, gifts, and socks from Nan.Bonfire Night: Offers a humorous and skeptical explanation of Guy Fawkes Night, wondering why we celebrate a failed act of terrorism.❓ Listener Q&A Section Jason answers questions from Carol, Hope, Mike, Mark, Maria, and Christine:➤ Hope’s QuestionsCouncil & Repairs: Council fixed the front door; Uncle Sausage’s flat is re-let.Neighbours: New people have moved in; it's a quieter environment now.➤ Mike’s QuestionsTop 5 Places to Travel:USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan (Norway gets honorable mention).Old Hobbies: Reading, karate, Wing Chun, boxing, Taekwondo. More recently: watching TV, making podcasts, and listening to YouTube lectures. Jason shares how immersive his hobbies can become.➤ Mike’s QuestionRelationships & Regrets: Jason reflects on not getting married, his deep bond with pets like Vinny and Andre, and some missed chances in past relationships. He's philosophical, even slightly wistful, but self-aware about his lifestyle and limitations around relationships.➤ Maria’s QuestionLocked Out Stories: Plenty! From student housing mix-ups to standing in slippers outside his flat, to an especially funny incident in a hotel hallway in his underwear after placing a room service tray outside.➤ Christine’s QuestionPie, Mash & Liquor: Loved it—used to eat it daily when a pie shop was in town. Not a fan of eels. Would eat pie and mash again if he had it to hand.💭 Themes & ReflectionsNostalgia & Change: Jason reminisces about past experiences with a mix of humor and sincerity.Solitude & Companionship: Vinnie features as his faithful companion, and he reflects deeply on relationships, connection, and being okay alone (though not without some longing).Quirky Tangents: From bathtub science to nepotism in Hollywood, there are spontaneous explorations throughout.🌟 Closing Message Jason signs off with his trademark warmth and encouragement: “Remember to be kind to yourself. You deserve to be happy and to feel safe. Lots of love. Bye.”

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