In this episode of Bedtime Bar Stories, Gina's London adventure continues at the historic Prospect of Whitby, London’s oldest riverside tavern, to talk to a very special guest: writer, director and podcast hall of famer, Jamie Morton.

Jamie and two friends wrote one hell of a story when they turned his dad’s unusual career move into global podcast sensation ‘My Dad Wrote A Porno’ which finished last year after racking up hundreds of millions downloads, a stack of awards, a HBO TV special and 2 sell-out world tours. His next project is directing Lovestuck, a brand-new musical based on the ‘worst date ever’ coming to Stratford East Theatre in London, in June 2025.

Join Jamie and Gina for a hilarious conversation that covers the creation of 'My Dad Wrote A Porno', some of Jamie's favourite bars and some of his wildest drinking-related adventures including one out-of-this-world trip to Ukraine. They also discuss the historical and cultural idiosyncracies of pubs, and even delve into the ghost stories associated with certain locations, like London's historic prospect of Whitby, where this episode was recorded.

Find out more about Lovestuck the Musical, here: stratfordeast.com / @lovestuckmusical

A big thank you to Dima’s Vodka for supporting this episode. Crafted with care in Ukraine using their unique black soil and quality grains. Learn more at dimasvodka.com and let them know we sent you!

You can also help support Ukraine via the following organisations:

Ukraine Charity Org: ukrainecharity.org

WomenFight4UA: womenfight4ua.com

Ukrainian Action: ukrainianaction.com

Mission Ukraine: www.missionukraine.uk

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In this engaging conversation, Gina Noble interviews Ciro, the owner of Ciro's Pomodoro Pizzeria in London. Ciro shares his fascinating journey from Rome to London, detailing the challenges he faced in establishing his restaurant, which has become a beloved destination for both locals and celebrities. The discussion covers Ciro's culinary philosophy, his experiences with famous personalities, and the unique atmosphere he has created at his pizzeria, blending music and dining into a memorable experience. Ciro's passion for food, music, and community shines through as he recounts anecdotes and the legacy he aims to build through his restaurant.

Find out more about Ciro Pomodoro here: https://www.pomodoro.co.uk/

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In this festive episode of Bedtime Bar Stories, host Gina Noble interviews producer Lee Hardwicke about holiday traditions, the bustling hospitality industry during the festive season, and the heartwarming moments that come with family gatherings. They discuss the cultural differences between Christmas and Thanksgiving, share listener interactions, and even whip up a delicious cocktail recipe. The conversation also delves into the origins of the podcast and memorable interviews from past episodes, highlighting the joy of storytelling over drinks. In this engaging conversation, Gina shares fascinating stories from his podcast, 'Bedtime Bar Stories,' highlighting extraordinary characters, ghostly encounters, and memorable customer interactions. The discussion explores the evolution of the bartending industry, favourite customer types, and hilarious restaurant mishaps, while also looking forward to exciting future guests and episodes.

Chapters

00:00 Festive Beginnings: Holiday Cheer and Introductions

03:08 Holiday Traditions: Celebrations Across Cultures

05:51 The Hospitality Hustle: Working Through the Holidays

09:04 Family Gatherings: The Heart of Holiday Celebrations

11:49 Thanksgiving vs. Christmas: A Cultural Comparison

15:09 Engaging with Listeners: Questions and Interactions

18:05 Cocktail Time: Festive Drink Recipes

20:55 The Birth of Bedtime Bar Stories: A Journey of Storytelling

23:46 Memorable Interviews: Highlights from the Podcast

30:19 Extraordinary Characters and Iconic Venues

31:48 The Essence of Bedtime Bar Stories

32:45 Travel Tales and Unique Encounters

34:35 Ghost Stories from Minerva's

38:33 Finding Fascinating People

41:22 Memorable Customer Interactions

43:33 The Evolution of the Bartending Industry

48:39 Favorite Customer Types

51:07 Hilarious Restaurant Mishaps

54:41 Dream Guests and Future Plans

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