Scared To Dance Podcast
Episodes
S2 Ep8: The Cardigans
Nina Persson of The Cardigans discusses the band's recent South American tour, their sporadic UK shows, and the freedom of crafting setlists without new album pressure.
S2 Ep7: Julia Jacklin - The Gem, learning guitar in six weeks and trusting your gut
Julia Jacklin discusses her fourth album, *The Gem*, recorded in Melbourne with friends, exploring themes of freedom and connection.
S2 Ep6: Nish Kumar - Bob Dylan, DJing at Glastonbury with James Acaster and existential bangers
Comedian Nish Kumar joins Paul Richards to discuss the broken economics of the Edinburgh Fringe and how big tech platforms siphon revenue from artists.
S2 Ep5: The Tubs - Owen Williams on Joanna Gruesome, Ex-Vöid and his book Atrocity Exhibitions
Owen Williams, guitarist and songwriter, joins Paul Richards to discuss his prolific career in British indie music, from founding member of Joanna Gruesome to frontman of The Tubs.
S2 Ep4: Matilda Mann - Kismet, going independent and the BRIT School
Host Paul Richards interviews singer-songwriter Matilda Mann about her new album, Kismet, which explores themes of fate and joy.
S2 Ep3: Mark Jenkin - Rose of Nevada, his journey into filmmaking and Bait
Filmmaker Mark Jenkins joins Paul Richards to discuss his latest film, *Rose of Nevada*, and his recent live score performance at the BFI IMAX.
S2 Ep2: Jon Ronson
John Ronson joins Paul Richards to discuss his musical influences, from ska revival to Nick Cave, and his eclectic DJ sets.
S2 Ep1: Nation of Language
Host Paul Riches interviews Ian Devaney and Aidan Knoll of Nation of Language about their 2025 album, Dance Called Memory.
13: Best of Season 1
This Skeptons Podcast compilation features interviews with Ben and Sebastian, Ellis James, Sorry, Manic Street Preachers, The National, Warren Ellis, Billy Martin, and Sleeper Mods.
12: Elis James
Comedian Ellis James joins host Paul Richards to discuss his musical journey, from early pop influences like Kylie Minogue to his formative years with Welsh bands Gorky’s Zygotic Myncin.
11: Gwenno
Gwenno discusses her new album *Utopia, reflecting on her journey from The Pipettes to her solo career, exploring themes of language, identity, and the evolving music industry.