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Ant’s World Record Attempt, Dec’s Favourite Welsh Word & Some Iconic Guest Moments!

Hanging Out With Ant & Dec

Hosted by Ant McPartlin and Declan Donnelly

37m
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Summary

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Declan Donnelly and Ant McPartlin present a special Monday bonus compilation episode looking back at the best moments, challenges, and guest appearances from the previous seven months of their podcast. The hosts revisit Ant's disastrous Guinness World Record attempt at peeling and eating bananas, review amusing voice notes from Alan Shearer, and welcome special guests like Perrie Edwards and Jack Whitehall into the studio. Throughout the episode, the pair share humorous stories about fatherhood, misheard song lyrics, and Welsh language lessons, concluding with a look ahead to their return in September.

  • Ant attempted the Guinness World Record for peeling and eating the most bananas in one minute, but only managed one valid banana. 6:17
  • Fans and listeners can explore misheard song lyrics, such as hearing Coldplay's Yellow as I peed myself dry. 11:43
  • The hosts explain that becoming a parent instantly makes you less selfish because your focus shifts entirely to your children. 31:36
  • The podcast will return with new episodes in early September following a two-week break. 36:16

Chapters

  1. 0:00
    Episode Introduction and Bonus Ep Teaser

    Ant and Dec welcome listeners to a bonus episode, setting the tone and previewing highlights from the past seven months.

  2. 2:36
    Ant’s Guinness World Record Banana Challenge

    Ant attempts to break the record for most bananas peeled and eaten in one minute, with comedic commentary and a dramatic failure.

  3. 6:50
    Alan Shearer Guest Call and Superpower Banter

    Former footballer Alan Shearer joins via voice note, sparking a light‑hearted discussion about superpowers and invisible fame.

  4. 10:12
    Perry Edwards Guest Appearance and Misheard Lyrics Game

    Geordie guest Perry Edwards joins, and the hosts play a misheard lyrics segment, showcasing playful banter and regional humor.

  5. 26:15
    Welsh Language Segment and Cultural Fun

    The duo experiments with Welsh words, teaching listeners new terms while maintaining their signature comedic flair.

  6. 28:16
    Deep Dive: Ant’s Experience of Fatherhood

    Ant reflects on becoming a dad, sharing heartfelt insights into how children transformed his life and priorities.

  7. 36:05
    Wrap‑Up, Upcoming Break, and Farewell

    Hosts conclude the episode, announce a short break, and bid listeners goodbye with a promise to return in September.

Highlights

Quotes

  • “You will be attempting the Guinness World Records title for the most bananas peeled and eaten in one minute.”
    Declan Donnelly · 2:36
  • “Unfortunately, I did have to discount one of the bananas.”
    Declan Donnelly · 6:13
  • “And it changes you for the better. All of the sleepless nights, the early mornings, the tiredness is worth it. It's all worth it.”
    Ant McPartlin · 29:22
  • “Podlediad. Podlediad. We're using that from now on.”
    Ant McPartlin · 26:50
  • Carvana 0:04–0:30
  • Lululemon 0:49–1:13
  • Google Gemini 22:48–24:04
  • State Farm 37:25–38:00
  • Truvia 37:54–38:23

About this episode

This week, we’re taking another trip down memory lane and revisiting our favourite moments from our BONUS EPISODES! We reminisce on Ant’s hilarious Guinness World Record attempt, the Welsh phrase that had Dec in absolute bits, and that argument about accents. Plus, we look back at some of our most iconic guests, including KSI, Perrie Edwards, Michael Sheen, Jack Whitehall and, of course, the legendary Voice of Alan Shearer! As ever, keep your letters coming to [email protected]. Sign off your email with the name you'd like us to use. If you'd rather we didn't mention your surname, simply leave it out. And if you'd like a full name shout out, throw the whole thing in there! --------------------------01:12 - Guinness World Record05:31 - Alan Shearers On The Line08:20 - Perrie Edwards & Misheard Lyrics13:18 - Challenge Ant: Killer Question16:28 - Jack Whitehall on Fatherhood23:05 - “It’s A Crisp”24:58 - Michael Sheen Teaches Welsh26:58 - The Biggest Achievement31:13 - KSI Boxing Match Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcript

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Topics

  • Apple TV series Ted Lasso
  • Guinness World Records
  • Newcastle
  • Basildon
  • Google
  • Apple
  • Guinness Book of Records
  • Southport
  • Teeside
  • Middlesbrough

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