Starburst Radio Podcast

Episode 4.23: Cowabunga Cried Raider! In which Kris Heys reaches meltdown point over an impromptu Big Brother segment, makes a schoolboy error with his cinema toilet habits, and reveals the origins of his first bush. Mike Royce explains why Starburst Magazine looks a little different in some stores this month, discovers that an old business associate has experienced an embezzlement Groundhog Day, and reminisces over his beloved Squarial. Shauna returns with her synchronised squirrels, is not up for a new generation of turtles, and tends to sing for no reason. Denge is Denge. The search for episodes of Jupiter Moon begins, Spock’s goat turns up, and guess which Editor loses a Twilight Zone bet, and has to pony up a seriously expensive boxset? It’s The season finale of The Starburst Radio Show, and it ends in an unintentionally retro way... All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.22: Hairwolf In which Mike Royce explains the shame of the RDJ man crush, is sceptical about the dangers of a mouse without Cosgrove Hall, and reveals the black art of "reverse spoilering". Kris Heys continues to indulge in a spot of Captain America hobbit spotting, springs to the defence of the much maligned Aquaman, and makes a vow never to go "Splerrdunking". Some secret Avengers turn up, the end appears to be nigh for the Resident Evil franchise, and Harrison’s poorly ankle is given way too much air time. Amidst all the super computers, creaky chairs, and sabotaged web cams, Starburst Radio continues to disappoint anyone waiting for something quality to emerge after all this time... All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.21: Willy’s Wonky Chocolate Factory In which Kris Heys unearths the online skeletons of a new addition to the Star Wars family, debates the love out there for Boba Fett, and gives the inside skinny on what could have gone wrong with Ant-Man. Mike Royce ends up doing an accidental solo slot which does not go well, narrowly survives a lethal pigeon bombing, and does his best to discover his inner Singer. Lou Ferrigno’s life hangs in the balance, X-Men: Days Of Future Past is reviewed / untangled, and the question is asked, "whatever happened to Lord Mongo?". All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.20: Oola's Right Boobie In which Mike Royce is drowned out by a disastrous bed, isn’t looking forward to Lucasfilm bringing their "Chopper" out to play, and issues a boycott of 24: Live Another Day. Kris Heys is sabotaged by a mic change, explains the dangers of giant, flat-eating, cannibal, mutant rats, and exposes the real truth behind the Paul McCartney doppelganger. Godzilla is reviewed, who will be the new Han Solo?, and who else should get their own Star Wars spin-off movie? [Warning: Don’t bend to Denge!] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.19: Noba In which Kris Heys dishes out the cult tv fatalities list, wants to experience a real life Knightmare, and bemoans the sad state of the Die Hard franchise. Mike Royce chats about the suicide inducing Nadia, is sceptical about the availability of brain eating jobs vacancies, and reaches out to the bronies for an explanation. Salvage 1 is fondly remembered, Denge is bored, and what do we all make of the Constantine trailer? All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.18: We Are The Future (apparently) In which Mike Royce continues with "Educating Denge", can’t get his head around The Daily Beast, but still finds time for a really good wine recommendation. Kris Heys gives everyone the masturbatory overview of the series 24, defends the honour of the mighty Andy Serkis, but still finds time to diss the entire wine industry. Why did rotten Jack Bauer steal our listeners?, what does the real R2-D2 think of the real C3-P0?, and how on earth can we get hold of a Hot Rodimus? It’s Starburst Radio, and it doesn’t make sense. [Definitely NOT powered by the kisses of young Starburst Readers!] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.17: Prince Threeway, Chicken Segues, and a Maze Of Turds In which Kris Heys explains why toilet postcard humour ruins his appetite, misses the intro for the second week running, and regails us all with the tale of a double barrelled foreskin. Mike Royce isn’t too impressed with the return of the ever so creepy Mrs Doubtfire, returns from Andercon only to become embroiled in gardeners’ rescue time, and ends the show with a full on Spider-Meltdown. Joss Whedon’s new project is revealed, The Amazing Spider-Man 2 is revealed, and what went on with the Starburst Team at Andercon? All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.16: Timecock In which Mike Royce tosses the flop, forgets a major Starburst advertiser, then attempts to save the day with the top 10 "seminal" sci-fi movies of all time. Kris Heys recovers from the aftermath of "Macbookmeggon", reveals the merging of the Spider-man and X-Men movies, and discusses his pioneering plan to open a VHS rental shop! Starburst FINALLY delivers a letters page, Divergent is reviewed, hippo boobies cause offence, what are the triumvirate of Sean Connery classics?, and what’s goin on with Johnny Carpenter. It’s a slow news day at Starburst, and the cracks show pretty much everywhere... All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.15: Sleep Deprivation Special In which Kris Heys admits his secret number phobia, does not equate the original X-Men movie to a fine wine, and brings everyone up to speed with the weird world of NASA nappies. Mike Royce admits his secret issue number phobia, sorts out the clerks from the clarks, and explains how Elvira’s balls can easily undermine job interviews. The Sounds Of Superman are unearthed, the Top Ten Sequel wishlist is discussed, Sparks and Captain America: The Winter Soldier are reviewed, and whatever happened to Sloth from The Goonies? [Warning: even those of you expecting the usual low standards of entertainment will wonder what the f@*k went wrong with this one...] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.14: The Pensionator In which Mike Royce gets the knives out for the head of Fanderson, doesn’t know what to make of the From Dusk Til Dawn tv series, and is still fighting to keep the "requal" from entering the pop culture lexicon. Kris Heys reveals the problems with nazi clown psychos in the workplace, updates us on the tragic tale of Shia Lebeof, and reveals what a murder really is. Starburst Shauna Introduces us to a whole new kind of kindle, reveals her Star Trek beverage of choice, and shocks us with zombie mayhem on Neighbours. Muppets Most Wanted is reviewed, who came up with the name Hudl? And we welcome new pet troll, Dirge on board the rocky ride that is Starburst Radio... [Dedicated with thanks to David Bradbury, whose letter provided a much needed boost we needed to finish our 400th issue.] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.13: Tosser Rock In which Kris Heys is confused by his presence on last week’s show, treats us to the grim reaper tour of Blackpool, and only has time for one version of The Matrix (and it isn’t the movies). Mike Royce introduces the "Salt ‘n Shake" kebab, reminisces over the Blackpool hotel funhouse, and accidently reads out some very non-pc emails. What is it with the unprecedented hatred for the Fantastic Four reboot? What is the gaping hole in The Amazing Spider-Man movies? And it’s Tussaud versus Tussaud in the "Wax Wars". [with special contribution from Rebecca Foster] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.12: Jai Courtney, "Hubba Hubba" In which Mike Royce screws up the mic as usual, conducts a thoroughly pointless retrospective on pre-decimal UK currency, and has a minor thrombosis over some music criticism. Starburst Shauna expressed her unique delight as the latest addition to the Terminator reboot, is dismayed over the fate of Helix on Channel Four. Kris Heys wants Clockstoppers, likes Crank, and thinks pretty much everything is lame. Only Lovers Left Alive is reviewed, the costume of the new Flash is discussed, why did video phones never catch on? And can you face the Walking Dead food challenge? [with special contribution from Rebecca Foster] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.11: Star Wars Beards In which Kris Heys does yet another flip flop on the Star Wars Prequels, apologises to Starburst Shauna for his insult on the last show, and reveals who is really writing when you see George Lucas on a novel. Mike Royce wants to shop around for a flattering force ghost, is disappointed in Natalie Portman’s taste in men, and isn’t queuing up early with Karl Urban for his tickets for Dredd 2. Star Wars Episode 7 is hotly debated, the future of the X-Men franchise is put under the spotlight, the Tesco shafting is openly discussed, and is Uncle Owen really just a dosser? All this and much more as we enter week two of Starburst Shauna’s sci-fi sulk... [Special thanks (genuinely special not Joey Deacon special) to the missing episode capturing Martin Unsworth for recording this show that was wiped due to a tech problem.] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.10: It’s Not The Size Of The Helmet That Matters, But How Cool You Look! In which Mike Royce introduces the violent celebs segment, fondly remembers the Roger Moore safari suit, and wonders when the hell Agents Of S.H.I.E.L.D. is going to be on the telly again? Kris Heys gets some kind words from Ron Howard, developes a very different kind of "Napoleon Complex", and walks into a minefield when he suggests that Starburst Shauna doesn’t really like sci-fi. Starburst Shauna introduces a pig in lipstick to the Starburst lexicon, gets spoilered by a penis eating dog, and isn’t impressed by the modern age Captain America. The Guardians Of The Galaxy trailer gets a thorough going over, Starburst Bingo gets a full house for the second week running, and it’s a blast from the past (sort of) with the return of The Bone Of Contention. [Shauna Yawning Rating - Defcon 1] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4:9: Cats Being Blown In which Kris Heys isn’t sure which dish is best served served cold, introduces us to the legendary Seth Gordon, and gets everyone back on track with some time distorted news. Mike Royce explains the score with "women of a certain age", is really non-plussed at the thought of a young Bruce Wayne in Gotham, and gives 5th dimension Superman a spelling bee. Starburst Shauna overcomes her Muppetphobia, and ruins a Terry’s Chocolate Orange. It’s the post-deadline episode as a 2hr 54 min hurricane hits the radio station, the Chuckle Brothers issue us a slap-down, and we are left with Shauna’s nose breath to bail us out. It’s February and it’s Starburst. what do you expect? [Birds Of Prey DVD ordered, and on it’s way] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.8: Motherfu @#’#rs Basement In which Mike Royce reveals the worst celebrity stomach in Hollywood, argues why Lex Luthor needs to be a certain kind of slap head, and knows that Vertigo was never really a problem. Kris Heys arranges an interview with a man whose penis has been severed, wants the lo-down on Monkey and his theme tune, and wonders whether Marmalade Atkins ever made it past the upper atmosphere. Starburst Shauna just tweets rude pics. The Adventure Game is fondly remembered, it’s time for the latest Red Bull News, and who ripped off Starburst for four grand? [The Video Dead is now available on DVD] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

Episode 4.7: The Cosmic Treadmill In which Kris Heys asks THE big question about spider sexuality, continues his crusade against the mighty Ehren Kruger, and begins the quest for the shittest superhero origin of them all. Mike Royce gets hot under the collar over the Fantastic Four reboot, explains how The Flash manages to combine transportation with a really good gym workout, and introduces us to a real world threat to our bodily functions - The Myatron. Starburst Shauna resurrects the spirit of Michael Jackson, freaks out live on-air when a sinister caller arrives at the radio station, and ponders the subject of how "special" she is. The curse of Red Bull continues to wreak havoc, Ben Kingsley gets another gig, and why is the Oculus Rift the ultimate game changer? All this and more as a malfunctioning mic actually picks up the ghostly echoes of another radio channel. It’s Starburst Radio, and sadly it’s business as usual... ["Vaping" actively encouraged!] All recordings are issued under official license

The Starburst Radio Podcast - Episode 4.6: Abracadaver! In which Mike Royce finds the secret entrance to the C-Base in Berlin, survives the abandoned Spree Park haunted ferris wheel, and finally reveals the new way to watch the Star Wars saga. Kris Heys introduces some of his top 10 bad beards, thinks "not a lot" of the Paul Daniels cleav’age show, before dropping a bombshell about a magician, a head, and a friendly meal. Starburst Radio loses out to "some bollocky tv awards show", and the pluggers arrive but aren’t really welcome, in a show overflowing with midi-chlorians... [You Tube Keywords: magician, assistant, head, chainsaw.] All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

The Starburst Radio Podcast - Episode 4.5: Blue Bull In which Kris Heys fondly remembers Space Bat Angel Dragon, gives Orphan Black a serious slating, and wonders why in hell anyone would move to 666 Park Avenue. Mike Royce pours a can of energy drink into his Alienware laptop 5 minutes prior to the show starting, has a mini on-air meltdown, and relives the horrors of French cinemagoers. Issue 397 goes on sale, the digital edition finally goes cross-platform, and 1960’s Batman makes its long overdue debut on DVD / Blu-ray. All this and much more from the show that is "Better than Team Knight Rider". All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International

The Starburst Radio Podcast - Episode 4.4: Shauna In The Sauna In which Mike Royce recovers from 'Frankenchristmas', falls victim to a new years eve meal heist, and explains why clothes maketh the really big man. Kris Heys discovers that he is Muppet worthy, reveals the only ever really convincing use of old man makeup, and informs us what no-one wants to ever hear on a podcast. Shauna wants a pet Lobster, end of story. There is champing versus chomping, reassuringly familiar tech problems open the live show, and a device is launched that allows you to chat to dogs. Starburst Radio returns with it’s post-Christmas hangover! All recordings are issued under official license from Fab Radio International