The Jon Richardson Show on Absolute Radio

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  It's Not For Brian 01.08.2026 56min

  Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for unique take on Saturday mornings! This week, after Jon's daughter recorded him a new alarm sound effect, the guys asked for the loudest or biggest things you've ever slept through!They also discussed Angela's unfortunate order of ladybirds - and the Literal Police returned with some background checks on the current team...There's also an emotional farewell - and the added podcast extra of attempting to eat a lot of fish fingers.As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime! His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk
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  Bring Back Potato Cheesies 25.07.2026 59min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings!This week, after the show team went for an outing to the darts, there is a big debrief on how it went, as well as how Angela and Jon offset it with middle class activities.The Literal Police also returns with an offence on the radio airwaves and all the way from Hollywood, and there is news of banana growth and fish finger world records.As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Different Rules For Different Fruits 18.07.2026 54min

  AKA - Mine Wasn't On PaperJoin Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, after Jon went to the cinema in the week, he asked you to help test Angela Barnes cinematic knowledge...There's also a first for the Literal Police, and I Love You, But... may genuinely have broken up a friendship.If you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Sleek and Nimble at the Slip and Slide 11.07.2026 57min

  Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon seeks to set the record straight on a video of him at Wimbledon, Suzi ruffles some feathers with a transport based annoyance - and Absolute Radio's newest recruit is looked into by the Literal Police...I Love You, But... also features a very angry mother, and there is news of fancy dress half marathons and a new way to look for love.If you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  You're NOT Having A Giraffe 04.07.2026 55min

  Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Suzi reveals her childhood fears, I Love You, But... features an angry yorkshireman, and the news that wasn't in the news brings stories of adult slides & giraffes.The Literal Police also returns with a case against a familiar face and an entire magazine - and Suzi Ruffle Ruffles some feathers with a heat based annoyance...Got anything you'd like to share with Jon? You can do anytime! His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk
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  Chips, Lobs & Overhead Slams 20.06.2026 52min

  Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon responds to two fellow comics calling out his appearance, reveals a story about a very elderly (yet happy) tortoise - and sports day activities are discussed...The Literal Police also tackles the World Cup and a fellow comedian...
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  Our Seoul Correspondent 06.06.2026 53min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Angela had lots to discuss after her recent trip to South Korea, and Jon revealed all about a birthday party he attended during the week.The Literal Police also returns with news of another show not taking their imprisonment well, with additional news about a repeat offender and our youngest listener working hard in the Literal Police Academy...As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Sausage Gobbed Fox 30.05.2026 55min

  Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, after Jon revealed a complaint he'd made about a local supermarket, we heard your stories of complaints...Jon also lunged his way around the studio - and Lindsey Santourguide returned!As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Congrats To Anyone With Hair 16.05.2026 54min

  Join Jon Richardson and Angela Barnes for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...This week, the Literal Police returns with a fellow comedian and a fashion icon…Angela Yarnes returns, where she tells a tale and Jon has to work out whether it's true or she's spinning a yarn!Plus, Jon takes a portion of the show to review the team's fashion choices...
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  I Don't Think You're Ready For Mint Jelly 09.05.2026 54min

  Join Jon Richardson and Suzi Ruffell for a unique takes on Saturday mornings...This week, Suzi upsets the studio as she ruffles some feathers, we hear from listeners all across the globe - and I Love You, But... divides opinion.The Literal Police also returns with cases against a fellow comedian - and news of something Jon has in his pocket...
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  Ask Tara About The Truncheon 02.05.2026 53min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, another round of Angela Yarnes takes place, based on her trip to Birmingham this week, and the validity of the Literal police is questioned by a listener.Plus, while Jon was searching through Hereford's tourism website, a new team member was added to the show, in the form of AI Assistant Tara...As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  I Love You GALs 25.04.2026 59min

  Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon revealed a strange piece of advice he recieved from an AIR BNB host…Plus, there was a big discussion on Giant African Land Snails, with complimenting powerpoint presentations…As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  500 Lawnmowers, Literal Friends & A Big Pub Quiz 18.04.2026 56min

  AKA - Quite The Confident Little BoyJoin Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon revels in the excitement of two big results in the world of football, Angela gets caught out on social media - and Producer Will calls out Jon, live on air...The Literal Police also return with cases put forward against two friends of Jon, and I Love You, But... features a frustrated fiance.As always, if you've got anything you'd like to share with Jon - you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  The Goat of Podcasts 11.04.2026 46min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon launches a new feature, aptly titled 'Angela Yarnes' (the name came first, the actual idea later on...), as well as explore a news story that may have inspired Angela's next world record attempt.Plus, producer Will is off on a stag do this weekend, so Jon and Angela share their own tales from their stag & hen dos.As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Thinking With Synergy Outside The Pod 28.03.2026 59min

  Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon and Suzi test their knowledge on eachother after a quizzical announcement - and I Love You, But... returns with a disgruntled husband...A fellow comedian and serial offender appear in the Literal Police, and Suzi ruffles some feathers with a transport-based opinion...As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Bianca The Fox's Cooked Off Socks Underneath The Brooklyn Suspension Bridge 21.03.2026 54min

  Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Lindsey tells Jon how he's made her angry recently, they discuss times you've been in the wrong place at the right time - and reveal a very special invitation they've received!The Literal Police also returns with a TV Presenter and iconic filmmaker - and I Love You, But... talks through a thrill-seeking women in her 90s...As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  Family Complaints, Ruffelling Feathers & A Literal Coup 14.03.2026 52min

  AKA - Here We Go!Join Jon Richardson & Suzi Ruffell for a unique take on Saturday mornings!This week, the show gets off to a different start, as Jon is upended by a listener on grammar - and with it being the eve of mothers day, the guys ask you for your tales of backhanded compliments you've had from your mum or family members...I Love You, But... also returns with a disgruntled (but proud) mother, and the Literal Police faces a coup, while also hearing a case about one of Britain's biggest sporting icons.As always, if you have anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime. His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  National Grammar Day, World Record Prep & Popcorn Flavoured Tentecales 07.03.2026 54min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, Jon and Angela reflect on National Grammar Day that took place this week, and how the pedantry of the show is spreading across Absolute Radio.There's also news of extremely cheap pints and scented fruit & veg, and a very chaotic and slightly confusing music based quiz.The Literal Police also returned with two big names and their potential offences, with one case being passed on to a brand new police force.Jon returns at 8am on Absolute Radio, and if you have anything you'd like to share with him, you can do so anytime! His email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk.
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  The Boss' Appraisal, Literal Chemistry & Mystery Contacts 28.02.2026 59min

  AKA - Who do you think you are, a millionaire?Join Jon Richardson & Lindsey Santoro for a unique take on Saturday mornings...This week, after Lindsey reveals she saved Producer Will in her phone as 'radio boy', Jon asked for the random names you have in your phone contacts, with some hilarious results...I Love You, But... also returned with a disgruntled parent, as well as news of 2026 predictions via vegetables and a 98-year-old pool player. The Literal Police also returned to hear cases from the world of darts, and a very popular TV show...As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!
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  This One's For Miles 21.02.2026 1t 3min

  Join Jon Richardson & Angela Barnes for a unique take on Saturday mornings!This week, the show starts with chaos as Jon reveals he's wearing a t-shirt he's had since 2000, sparking a conversation about the oldest pieces of clothing that YOU have.I Love You, But... also features a mother who's fed up with her son's listening habits - and the news that wasn't in the news brings stories of underwear and a crowing cockerel.The Literal Police hears the findings of a ongoing case against a major celebrity, and turns it's attention to the Winter Olympics, which is a hotbed for literal crimes.As always, if there's anything you'd like to share with Jon, you can do so anytime, his email is jon@absoluteradio.co.uk!