On The Sofa with Colson, Jack and Ben
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Join Coronation Street stars Colson Smith, Jack P. Shepherd and Ben Price as they get comfy on the sofa for honest, unfiltered chat about life, work, film and everything in between. From behind-the-scenes Corrie stories to film reviews and whatever's on their minds that week, expect plenty of laughs and zero filter. New episodes three times a week.
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Jack P Shepherd Turns Down The Celebrity Traitors
👮♂️ Lots to cover on today's show as Jack thinks the new Stranger Things looks s***, Colson reveals what he refused to do when on Corrie and the boys pitch a new feature. There's also the usual reflections on what…
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Catherine Tate Meet David Platt
🔥 Colson and Ben are here off the high of an absolute smash of a gig from one of Ben’s famous friends. Amazingly Jack doesn’t get FOMO, but that’s all fine because he’s had a surprise encounter whilst out and about…
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Colson’s Robbie Williams Experience
🐻 Colson reveals a Children In Need challenge and we find out the secret behind singing one of Bruce Springsteen’s most vocally taxing songs. Plus, what’s it like when actors you work with change up for a character?…
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Springstein: Deliver Me From Nowhere.
🔪 The new Springsteen film is out, and The Boss megafan Jack gives his take. And Ben’s been getting into a new Netflix series which he has nothing but praise for. Plus we want to know who is our biggest big dog…
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Would Ben Return To Footballers' Wives?
⌚️39 minutes of high stress today as we get an insight into Colson’s body battery with live updates on his energy levels thanks to his fravourite gadget. Jack and Ben are both skeptical. But... what if a gadget could…
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Jack Exposes Cheating on House of Games
⁉️ We’re staying suitably un-spooky on Halloween. So come in for some rare shelter from all of that with three people who like sweets more than few others do. Jack’s been on a big quiz show and has some huge…
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What's Everyone Doing In The Background of The Rovers?
😨 CJ&B give us the full lowdown on the films they’ve been watching this week, including a film so creepy that Colson had a nightmare and Ben had to leave the lights on afterwards. We also find out what the actors are…
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Jack and Colson Told Roy Cropper To F*** O**!
🐦🔥 Jack’s dog’s got bad expensive teeth and Colson’s got a criminal coat in today’s show. There’s also some great behind the scenes from the filming of Phoenix Nights and we grace the shiny floors of a Saturday night…
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Could Colson Get Himself Onto The Traitors?
There’s some very contrasting stories of the stage today as Ben witnesses a master of the craft… and Colson dozes off during a play. Plus there’s a lot of Celebrity Traitors chat and a listener recommends a new…
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One Battle After Another
🤔 There's big films coming out from around every corner at the moment, and Jack and Colson review one that's been getting 5 stars from all the critics. But is One Battle After Another as good as everyone's made it out…
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Colson's Disastrous Childhood Pond Story
Colson’s here off the back of feeling rough as toast. He’s swallowed a plate. But that's not the only thing on this episode that'll make him feel unwell thinking about it. Because how did a young Colson get in a whole…
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What's So Important About Nick Tilsley's Shoes?
👞 It's fragrance heavy as we talk about meaty smelling herbs and Ben complains about fancy candles.Plus there’s a Top 5 on all the cereals which are bad for you and Mr Price reveals all about footwear as an actor.…
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What Sets Are There On A Soap?
👻 We’re in a rich vein of form for horror at the moment so Jack’s been getting his eyeballs over one of the madder ones and Colson’s been watching the big new Netflix shock-fest.Plus we talk all about coaxing acting…
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Will AI Replace Actors?
🤖 We’re tackling the big questions today with a big chat about the biggest development in the TV and film industry for generations: AI actors. What can and can’t AI do and how will studios and audiences respond as its…
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The Secrets of The Corrie Catering Truck
🍣 It’s all hands to the pump on a very busy week… well for Jack anyway. Because he’s been up and down the country like a relay runner but his night shoots give us great insights into what on earth you’d be eating at…
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What’s Kenneth Branagh Like To Work With?
💨 We’ve got a lot of film reviews today, covering a wide variety of genres from comedy, romance, crime and gothic horror. Ben’s had a hankering for old but gold, and has some fascinating insights as to what it’s like…
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What Must You Have On A Corrie Night Shoot?
⌚️ We've no Jack today but there's lots to talk about as Colson's here fresh from the finale of genre breaking contest Pup Idol. Plus what would we like to see re-released in the cinemas and what are the Top 5 Gadgets…
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What Made Peter Barlow Crease Laughing On Camera?
🤔 Jack’s been on tour, but he’s struggling to remember with whom. Plus, there’s a rather existential Would You Rather, some listener reaction to Weapons, and further questioning about what cinema will become. And what…
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The Roses
🚶 Ben’s had a controversial watch. It’s one he didn’t really want to go see but did The Roses surprise him? Jack and Colson review the Stephen King adaptation, The Long Walk. Films: The Long Walk, The Roses (Cinemas)…
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Colson Interviews The Foreign Secretary?!
🎤 Colson’s had the biggest interview of life. A big hitting politician who hot footed it to Castleford Cricket Club straight after meeting Donald Trump. But what big questions did Colson Paxman have for one of the most…
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Colson Swears On Primetime TV!
👅 Jack and Colson have been on a shiny floor gameshow together to raise money for charity. And could there be a better contestant for a word game show than Colson Smith, as he’s reprimanded for his pre-watershed…
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How Do Cinemas *Actually* Make Money? And Why's Nick Cage So Good?
🏄♂️ Couple of films floating around today. Jack’s been to see The Conjuring 4, so we get the full lowdown on that. And what are the scariest things in a horror film? Plus, Ben’s watched the latest vehicle for a mad…
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Why Was Jack Pied By Jeremy Vine?
🚨 CRICKET KLAXON! 🚨 Colson’s in an incredible mood after Castleford Cricket Club claimed the league title. So he’s brought the trophy in after washing the draught Stella out of it. Are England going to come calling…
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The Behind The Scenes Mayhem of Loose Women!
🚶➡️ Well there's a lot floating around today as Jack tells all on what actually happens at those big red carpet do's, as well as the chaos of live TV on Loose Women. Plus big news as Colson's dad has already finished…
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Weapons
🏃 Smash horror hit Weapons is the film on our lips today. What did you make of it? What did you love, hate and rate? Let us know in the comments or over email.There’s also a great tale of Smith My Bum getting a…
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All The NTAs Gossip and How To Lose An Award To Phil Mitchell
📺 Jack’s back from the NTAs and the red carpet treatment, and he’s got some secrets to reveal. Namely how do you react on camera when you’ve been beaten by Phil Mitchell? It’s been a big week for big do’s as Ben’s…
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Why Can’t Actors Ever Change Their Hair?
💈 Who knew being an actor was so complicated? Because today we get a fascinating insight into restrictions that would never cross the minds of us mere mortals on the street. But it’s not all interesting behind the…
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What's It Like Broadcasting Live to 19 Million People?
🥅 A bit of a film and TV catch up today as the boys go over what they've been watching. The first trailer for the new 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple is out, so we have a root around that as well. Plus a famous…
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Ben Nearly Tear Gassed In A&E!
😭 Today we hear about Colson's adventures on a restaurant tour as a young lad and Ben nearly gets tear gassed in A&E! There’s some more reflections on Brad Pitt’s F1 film, we make another trip to the hospital to Pass…
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What’s Colson’s Dirty New Radio Feature?
🏏 Colson’s had a rough week meaning his cricket career might be in jeopardy, but at least he now lives in Fort Knox. Elsewhere, the boys delve deep into the Corrie secrets in Tricks Of The Trade. 📩 What are you…
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Why Does York Have The World’s Biggest Turd?
🏁 Today the boys dissect one of the biggest films of the summer. Should Brad Pitt really have been in the F1 movie? Plus, we learn something big about the history of York and hear about the old days from Ben 📩 As the…
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Jack Sees Man S*** Himself and Burn Alive!
🌋 Jack’s been on honeymoon to the beautiful Amalfi Coast. So that means he becomes one of the world’s foremost experts on lemon sorbet and the entirety of Pompeii - hence the rather shocking episode title. Plus…
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How Did Colson Amaze A Kenyan Athlete?
🇰🇪 Today we take a deep dive into Colson’s summer running adventures high up in the Kenyan hills. What did he eat and is he now one of our greatest athletes? Plus, why is he so good at spotting rare animals on safari?…
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EXCLUSIVE - The Jack P Shepherd Wedding Episode
💒 The boys are back and of course it’s all about the event of the summer - Jack’s Wedding. What really happened on the day? How were Colson and Ben as groomsmen? And how did the stag night actually go? 📩 Got…
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J is for…Jack’s Hidden Gem
Nostalgia is the order of the day, with a trip to the On The Sofa Graveyard giving the boys time to reminisce on times gone by. Plus there’s an insight into Jack’s extensive wedding cake choices. 📩 Got something to…
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I is for…Is Ben a Secret Influencer?
🤳 Today the boys answer a question we’ve all be asking - is Ben Price the only person without social media? Jack also manages to pluck a film from absolute obscurity which not even he can properly remember the name…
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H Is For... Have You Insulted Kevin Keegan?
🍑 There's a lot of talk today about inspirations. Like Leeds United's Jermaine Beckford and an incredible story involving the great Kevin Keegan. Plus Colson steers away from the obvious in the film stakes, going for…
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G Is For… Getting Haunted By A Baker Who Climbed In His Oven
🟢 We get into the Corrie playground today. Who’s playing hopscotch and who’s pushed Roy Cropper into a puddle when the camera isn't rolling? Yes it’s an examination of the hub of actors of The Street. We also get into…
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F Is For... Fans Force Jack To Get Police Escort!
🚓 We’re deep into the A to Z now and there’s some brilliant stories floating around, particularly from Jacky P. How did once causing a stampede by being the most famous person in Kippax? Why was he assaulted in Asda?…
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E Is For... Ever Been Kegged By A Corrie Star?
😶🌫️ It’s all about moments that you look back on and really make your skin crawl today, and boy do the lads have a lot to look back on. But it’s not all about making a prat of oneself, there’s also a stone cold family…
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D Is For… Did Dev Break Copyright Laws?
📸 Lots of laughs today as the boys dig into a mainstay of the Street and right personality off it. There’s some excellent insights into drumming on set to avoid ITV paying song royalties and the spanner thrown in by…
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C Is For… Corrie Star's Dullest Hobby
⚠️ Warning - Colson has has taken control of the bridge of HMS Sofa. He has rigged the A to Z randomiser wheel. We hate to break it to you but has forced us to talk about cricket for about 50% of this episode. If you…
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B Is For… Ben Sacked A Colleague
🐀 A big question is answered today: What’s it like to be off down Nick’s Bits? Yes it’s all about the secrets of a legendary Corrie spot and a cornerstone of Ben’s life the past 15 years. Plus, where do affairs start…
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A Is For… ‘Ave You Heard Jack’s Worst Ever Award?
Yes we’re doing an A to Z of your very favourite show - this one! Every episode we’re taking one letter of the alphabet and applying it to something that makes up the world of On The Sofa in one way or another. We’ll…
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Jack’s Week Of Disasters
🏥 Poor Jack’s had a trying week, were all the hours in A&E worth it? Plus, it’s the summer and books are almost unbelievably hot right now. 📩 Got something to share? Email us on hello@onthesofashow.com 📸…
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Colson’s TV Quiz Mistake
Colson’s TV Quiz Mistake 😳 Colson’s been filming another TV quiz show, let’s just hope he didn’t embarrass himself on this one. Plus, Jack’s quest for free stuff is heating up so Ben’s been trying to get in on the…
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Is Jack Nervous For His Wedding?
🎩 By the time you hear this, our Jack will be a married man. Was he secretly nervous? And was Colson planning to bring balloons to the big day? Plus, Ben’s animal nemesis made an appearance on his holiday. How did he…
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Has Ben Betrayed Colson & Jack?
🍜 There’s been a rift in the group. Ben’s been using the On The Sofa loyalty card in their favourite restaurant for his own gain. It’s poor behaviour but has he seen the error of his ways? Plus, Jack’s dogs have been…
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When Did The Paparazzi Help(!) Jack?
🛢️ Colson’s been inspired by a TV Series this week which has made him rethink his career. Is he going to be deep sea drilling soon? Plus, if you’ve committed to a series but hate it, should you continue to watch it?…
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Someone Stole From Us At Our Live Show!
😬 What really went on behind the scenes at our Crossed Wires show recently? Sheffield holds a special place in all of our hearts but why did Jack cut short Ben’s poignant moment during the live show? Plus, how do you…
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