Paul Weller Fan Podcast

• Boy George - Singer, songwriter, musician, DJ - Culture Club & Solo

  My guest on this episode is a true icon – singer, songwriter, DJ, author, and cultural trailblazer – Boy George. A 20 minute chat to gather stories for my upcoming Paul Weller oral history book - that was so good , I wanted you to hear as a podcast too.From the early days of seeing Paul on Wardour Street in a sharp blue mod suit, to touring together in Japan with The Style Council and Culture Club, George shares his memories of Weller’s music, their mutual respect, and hilarious tales involving Marilyn, Mick Talbot’s wife, and wild nights out.Hear how Boy George ended up performing ' One Tear' on Paul Weller's A Kind Revolution album in 2017, and live with the BBC Orchestra for a stunning rendition of 'You’re The Best Thing' for Weller's lockdown gig at the Barbican. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Martin Carthy MBE - Folk Music Icon

  Martin Carthy MBE is a true icon of British folk music. In this episode, we explore Martin’s remarkable legacy - a career spanning over six decades - from the 1960s folk revival to ground-breaking collaborations with Steeleye Span, The Watersons, and The Imagined Village (on which Paul, Martin and Eliza Carthy collaborated on 'John Barleycorn'. We discuss his work with Paul Weller, including the 2018 album True Meanings, where Martin’s guitar graces the track 'Come Along.'Martin also reflects on the original 1972 recording of Lal Waterson’s haunting 'Never the Same,' recently reimagined by Paul for his upcoming covers album Find the El Dorado.We also chat about Martin’s new 2025 release Transform Me Then Into a Fish – a full-circle revisit of his 1965 debut album, reimagined for his 84th birthday. It’s a powerful reminder of his enduring artistry and commitment to traditional song. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Brian Protheroe - 'Pinball' - Singer, Songwriter, Actor

  On this episode of the podcast, I am joined by Brian Protheroe , the man behind the 1974 original of 'Pinball' - Paul Weller's latest single from the upcoming covers album Find El Dorado. When Paul Weller chose to cover Brian Protheroe’s 1974 debut single 'Pinball' for his latest single and upcoming album Find El Dorado, it wasn’t just a nod to nostalgia - it was an artist recognising a song that had quietly endured for half a century. For Brian, who has straddled a dual career in acting and music, Pinball was never meant to be a pop hit. It was a stream-of-consciousness diary entry, capturing a moment of heartbreak, aimlessness, and Soho wanderings, all strung together without a chorus - just mood, melody, and raw honesty.Written during a low point in his life - newly single, broke, and living in a flea-ridden Covent Garden flat - his vivid lyrical sketches ('fleas in the bedroom, flies in the bathroom') offered something different to the glam and gloss of the charts. That difference resonated: Pinball landed him on Top of the Pops, and repeated plays from Kenny Everett on his Capital radio show.Now 81, Brian is still writing and recording, with a remastered vinyl reissue of his debut album Pinball due in August. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Jackson Ducasse - 'Lawdy Rolla' Music Video Director

  For episode 10 of the podcast’s third season, I had the pleasure of speaking with Jackson Ducasse - a filmmaker who has collaborated with many incredible artists including Dua Lipa, Calum Scott, James Bay, Clean Bandit, New Order, Imagine Dragons, Isaac Gracie, Kelis, Professor Green, Amy Macdonald, Jess Glynne, John Legend, Blondie, Katie Melua and Nile Rodgers. Jackson was brought on board by Weller HQ and Parlophone to direct the video for Paul’s latest single, a bluesy, raw reinterpretation of a little-known track called Lawdy Rolla. The brief? Keep it stylish, simple, and true to Weller’s vision. Shot entirely at Black Barn, the video uses bold colour backdrops and split-screen edits to showcase the instrumental complexity and the cool, effortless energy of Weller, longtime collaborator Steve Cradock and sax player, Kevin Haynes.We dive into his behind-the-scenes work on the striking video for Paul Weller’s latest single, discussing how the project came about, filming at Black Barn Studio, the challenges of directing music legends, and the thoughtful creative process behind it all. From stylish split-screens to Savile Row suits, it's a fascinating insight into bringing Paul's vision to life on screen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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• Lucy Hooberman - Filmmaker - JerUSAlem and Red Wedge - Days Like These

  On this episode of the Paul Weller Fan Podcast, I was thrilled to welcome Lucy Hooberman – a documentary filmmaker, journalist, and researcher – to talk about two bold and fascinating chapters in the story of The Style Council: the Red Wedge campaign and their much-debated short film, JerUSAlem.Lucy brings unique insight. As the producer of both Days Like These (the Red Wedge documentary) and JerUSAlem, she worked closely with Paul Weller during a period of intense creativity, activism, and experimentation. Her recollections offer a rare behind-the-scenes look at a time when pop music was both political and personal. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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