Mildly Informed

We review the latest Noir TV, dog treadmills and prison sentences

🎙️ Mildly Informed returns with Absolute Radio’s Richie Firth and The Bugle’s Chris Skinner, once again drifting through the week’s cultural discoveries, strange internet finds and the sort of conversations that start serious and end somewhere completely different.This episode takes an unexpectedly dark turn — before quickly becoming ridiculous again.On the agenda this week:📺 Northern Irish TV NoirThe lads dive into the growing wave of brilliant Northern Irish drama, including Say Nothing, Blue Lights, and Trespasses. Gritty storytelling, serious themes… and two mildly informed reviewers.⚖️ Prison SentencesHow long is too long? And how do people actually wrap their heads around huge sentences?🐕 Dog TreadmillsYes, they exist. And yes, Richie and Chris have thoughts.It’s a classic Mildly Informed episode: big topics, strange detours and plenty of enthusiastic but entirely unqualified analysis.PLUS — over on Patreon, the tone softens dramatically as the lads discuss spring and seedlings. Gardening advice may or may not occur.👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hot Cross Buns: Adults Only?!

🎙️ Mildly Informed returns with Absolute Radio’s Richie Firth and The Bugle’s Chris Skinner, once again solving life’s smaller mysteries through loosely structured conversation and questionable personal anecdotes.This week the chat wanders through dogs, seasonal food politics and one deeply questionable evening out. As ever, strong opinions are formed quickly and supported by almost no research.In this episode:🐕 CruftsThe world’s most prestigious dog show… and possibly the most intense dog-related event ever broadcast on television.🍞 Hot Cross BunsAre they an adult-only food? The lads investigate the strange cultural status of Britain’s most seasonal baked good.🍷 A Weird Date NightA story that starts weird and becomes increasingly uncomfortable.🛒 Chris’ Terrible Food ShopAn all-time bad supermarket run that raises serious questions about planning, hunger and impulse purchasing.It’s another wandering, snack-adjacent conversation packed with everyday observations, mild outrage and the usual level of highly questionable expertise.👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, and Cookies

🎙️ Mildly Informed returns, with Absolute Radio’s Richie Firth and The Bugle’s Chris Skinner settling in for another episode of enthusiastic chat, snack analysis and completely unqualified television criticism.This week’s conversation swings comfortably between food nostalgia and prestige TV — exactly the sort of topics that deserve strong opinions formed almost instantly.On the agenda (loosely):🍪 Cookies & Cola CaoA surprisingly passionate discussion about chocolate milk, international snacks and the drinks that defined childhood holidays.⚔️ A Knight of the Seven KingdomsHope, hype and cautious optimism as the Game of Thrones universe expands again.🌊 Under Salt MarshDark drama, coastal mystery and the eternal question: are we actually paying attention or just vibing with good television?It’s relaxed, snack-heavy, and occasionally insightful — the classic Mildly Informed blend.PLUS — over on Patreon, Richie and Chris dive into the lost art of IRL comments books. Public feedback, passive aggression and handwritten complaints make an unexpected comeback.👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We review solo dining and American Chocolate

🎙️ This week on Mildly Informed, Absolute Radio star Richie Firth and The Bugle’s Chris Skinner are back doing what they do best — chatting absolute nonsense and accidentally forming opinions along the way.The conversation drifts (as it always does) from mildly awkward social situations to full cultural breakdowns, with several unexpected snack-based diversions.Expect chat about:🍽️ Solo DiningIs it peaceful self-care or does it feel like you’ve been stood up by society?🍫 American ChocolateWhy does it taste… like that? Scientific? Emotional? Slightly alarming?🍗 Deep Fried FoodA culinary triumph or a cry for help? Possibly both.📱 Richie’s Ongoing Pluribus ReviewIs it useful? Is it confusing? Has anyone fully explained it? Not today.This episode is loose, silly and packed with the kind of chat that feels like overhearing two mates loudly debating snacks in a pub.PLUS — over on Patreon, things escalate dramatically as Chris enters Richie into The Hunger Games. Strategy, betrayal and surprisingly detailed survival planning all included.👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mini Eggs, Museum Trips & Mild Chaos

🎙️ Welcome to Mildly Informed – the podcast that won’t train your dog, reduce the price of chocolate, or curate a museum… but will absolutely review all threeJoin Richie Firth and Chris Skinner as they stumble through another week of domestic drama, cultural excursions and confectionery outrage. From canine chaos to Easter economics, nothing is safe from mild scrutinyThis week’s episode features:🐕 More Dog Trouble – lessons not learned, mistakes repeated🚨 Blue Lights – reviewed, discussed, and gently overanalysed🥚 The Cost of Mini Eggs – who’s paying these prices?🏛️ The Hunterian Museum – culture, cabinets and mild awe👉 Support Richie & Chris here: patreon.com/mildlyinformed Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.