(no music) (10 hours) Favourite Comedy Characters | Monday’s Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1461 | Jaso...
https://www.jasonnewland.com/ "Favourite Comedy Characters | Monday’s Boring Objects | LMBYTS #1461 | Jason Newland | 13th October 2025" ⏱️ Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes 🎙️ Host: Jason Newland 📌 Series: Let Me Bore You To Sleep (LMBYTS) 🧠 Core Themes: • Reflection on favourite comedy characters from British and American TV. • Musings on the relaxing and therapeutic effect of Jason’s recordings. • Tangents into personal anecdotes, observations about everyday life, and occasional gentle humour.🔍 Detailed Breakdown: 🛋️ Intro & Podcast Purpose (0:00 – 10:00) • Jason opens with his usual calming intro. • Mentions he's returning to routine after a break. • Reiterates the three main aims of his recordings: 1. Help listeners sleep. 2. Provide relaxation. 3. Offer companionship for those who live alone.🧘 Reflections on Medication & Mood (5:00 – 9:00) • Talks about medication changes affecting his energy. • Mentions listening to his own recordings to self-evaluate and unwind. • Compares himself to a chef tasting his own food — joking that if he were a real chef, he'd be "massive."📺 Main Topic: Favourite Comedy Characters (10:00 – 1:27:00) Jason goes through decades of British (and later American) sitcoms, offering a mix of: • Nostalgia • Critical opinion • Humorous tangentsHe reflects on both the shows and the characters, grouping them loosely by era or theme: 🇬🇧 British TV Characters & Sitcoms: Classics & Old School Favourites: • Tony Hancock, Steptoe and Son, Dad’s Army — respected but not personal favourites. • Basil Fawlty (Fawlty Towers) — cited as one of the best. • Only Fools and Horses — Del Boy is crowned as Jason’s favourite comedy character overall. • Praises the entire ensemble: Rodney, Uncle Albert, Trigger, Boise, etc.1980s-1990s Shows: • Blackadder — appreciates the format and Rowan Atkinson’s character. • The Young Ones — highlights Rick as a favourite but likes all four main characters. • Heidi High, Yes Minister, Keeping Up Appearances (Hyacinth Bucket), One Foot in the Grave (Victor Meldrew).2000s and Beyond: • Alan Partridge — noted for longevity (over 30 years). • The Office — liked Gareth more than David Brent. • Peep Show, Inbetweeners (Jay), Little Britain, Mrs. Brown’s Boys, Count Arthur Strong, Motherland, Vicar of Dibley, Absolutely Fabulous (especially Patsy).He notes that some shows like Gavin & Stacey and The Royal Family didn’t click as much for him despite their popularity. 🇺🇸 American Comedy Characters: He explores iconic characters from US sitcoms: • Cheers – Loves the ensemble cast. Names Frasier as a standout character. • Frasier – Highlights Frasier and his brother as brilliant characters. • Friends – Enjoys Joey and Phoebe, but not a mega-fan of the show. • Everybody Loves Raymond, Golden Girls, Mork & Mindy, The Cosby Show, Taxi, Roseanne, Naked Gun (Frank Drebin) — all receive praise. • He highlights Mork (Robin Williams) as one of the most beloved characters from his youth.🐶 Vinny’s Cameos: Throughout the episode, Vinny the dog gets frequent mentions, especially: • When he’s chilling under the table or flat on the floor. • When he does a particularly "smelly" fart. • When he distracts Jason during serious thoughts. • Jason wonders if Vinny also falls asleep listening to him — possibly the show’s most loyal listener. 🐾🎯 Key Takeaways & Sentiments: • Del Boy (Only Fools and Horses) is ultimately named Jason’s favourite comedy character. • Jason is deeply reflective about how comedy, repetition, and familiarity can aid relaxation and help with chronic pain. • He touches on themes of isolation, routine, and personal growth, using humour and self-deprecating wit to connect with listeners. • The episode is full of gentle digressions — from banana splits and WD-40 to 80s doorbells and late-night LBC talk shows.💡 Highlights of Jason’s Humour: • Comparing himself to a massive chef who’d need “walls that collapse.” • Explaining why he had to re-educate himself after growing up on 80s TV. • Describing a loud burp as a life milestone. • The awkward encounter with Caroline Aherne while she was dressing — complete with regrets and a comedic lack of marriage.❤️ Tone & Style: • Warm, rambling, and personable — classic Jason Newland. • Lighthearted with moments of vulnerability. • Offers gentle commentary on society, nostalgia, and self-care.
