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It’s been a little while, but Paul and Eli are back in the Country Urban Noodle Test Lab Kitchen to cram in as many noodle delights as possible. This week Eli has harvested six various types of instant cup noodles and they are quite the assortment of flavours, brands, and styles. Which of the range will come out on top? It probably won’t be the cup noodle that is out of date, that’s for sure! There is also a big, chunky “Price of Shite” which contains am exciting collection of charity shop items from the USA, which is exciting for Paul but even more exciting for Eli when he gets too excited over the “blind bad” offerings. It’s Paul Vs Eli in an epic PoS for the ages, as one will crash and burn and the other will smash it out of the park! Who will it be? You’re going to have to listen, aren’t you? See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-309-noodle-pot-blitz And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at th

It’s a proper chunky show this week, and that’s despite there is not a lot to be getting on with! A delightful PO Box delivery brings a bit of joy into Paul and Eli’s hearts before offering a snack based Off Brand, Brand Off that will task their taste buds. Can Eli tell which is the Nik-Nak and which is the Nik-Nak knock off? The odds are stacked against him. Elsewhere, Paul crafts another deeply weird character that, for a change, Eli becomes incredibly fond of! Is this the beginning of a beautiful new friendship? Meanwhile, behind the scenes, there is trouble brewing and it’s all going to end badly for the Cheap Chaps, they just don’t know it yet! All this and Paul amusing himself to death, enjoy! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-308-mulchy-fibbage And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod or @paulgannonshow &

As the weather, once again, gets colder and the days become shorter, Paul and Eli are feeling a bit gloomy. It’s even worse for Silverman, as a long-standing issue with his teeth rears its ugly head and Gannon takes full advantage of his vulnerability. Don’t worry though, they’re both given a bit of a perk when they take on the tastes and textures of some cheap eats. There are new Doritos to try, knock off Monster Munch to investigate and something a little more… unusual! Things take a sour turn again when the Paul’s Parlour Pass Times segment reveals a card game that is only going to bring out the very worst in them. “The Dilemma Game” asks Eli and Paul to solve some moral quandaries and it quickly becomes apparent that it’s going to get very ugly and hit a bit too close to home for one of them! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-307-grim-dilemmas And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thech

Whoops-a-daisy! We were so busy planning out Halloween Twitch stream (now available on YouTube) that we forgot to plan for the actual podcast recording session beforehand. So, what do Paul and Eli go when they’ve got nothing to nibble on, play with or argue over… You’re about to find out! The cheap chaps come up with some segments on the fly (say hello “Eli’s Dream”!) and, in an act of pure desperation, whip out some “mystery” themed Story Cubes. As a result of this, prepare yourself for two tales of mind-boggling conspiracy that will challenge everything you hold dear… Or make you realise just how poor Paul and Eli are at improvised storytelling. They promise to be better prepared next week! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-306-two-conspiracies And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod or @paulgannonshow & @elisno

Mono Edition Happy Halloween! …And welcome to a rather troubling episode of CheapShow. This edition of the economy comedy podcast has been pieced together from the recording equipment and audio footage that was found abandoned in a dirty back alley earlier this week. During the early weeks of October 2022, Paul and Eli attempted to record their Halloween episode for that year. Tragically, that recording session was abandoned and the “Incident on Harbet Road” will never be publicly shared… for now. In a desperate attempt to get something out for Halloween, Paul and Eli tagged along with Mr Biffo and Sanja for a “Digitiser’s Supernatural World” film shoot at a haunted sweet shop in Chatham, owned by a chap called Dan Does Crafts… The whole film crew slowly succumbed to an uninvited evil and, as of the publication of this episode, have yet to be found. Their whereabouts are still a terrifying mystery. What follows is an upsetting and, at times, disconcerting document of what happened on that fateful night, Octob

Stereo Edition Happy Halloween! …And welcome to a rather troubling episode of CheapShow. This edition of the economy comedy podcast has been pieced together from the recording equipment and audio footage that was found abandoned in a dirty back alley earlier this week. During the early weeks of October 2022, Paul and Eli attempted to record their Halloween episode for that year. Tragically, that recording session was abandoned and the “Incident on Harbet Road” will never be publicly shared… for now. In a desperate attempt to get something out for Halloween, Paul and Eli tagged along with Mr Biffo and Sanja for a “Digitiser’s Supernatural World” film shoot at a haunted sweet shop in Chatham, owned by a chap called Dan Does Crafts… The whole film crew slowly succumbed to an uninvited evil and, as of the publication of this episode, have yet to be found. Their whereabouts are still a terrifying mystery. What follows is an upsetting and, at times, disconcerting document of what happened on that fateful night, Oct

Sometimes, Paul just isn’t in the mood for Eli’s antics, and this is one of those weeks, for sure! Eli is going to have to tiptoe around Paul as best he can, but when there is a middling sauce report and a super packed Price of Shite to get through, it may not be as easy he thinks. There may be something that perks Paul up a bit, and that is the sexy, alluring new “protector of the p’twings” who is sitting in for Poindexter. Will passions overflow? Will Eli leave the podcast in protest? Do you have the stomach to find out? See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-304-the-doppledangler-s-fondant And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod or @paulgannonshow & @elisnoid Like, Review, Share, Comment... LOVE US! MERCH Official CheapShow Merch Shop: www.redbubble.com/people/cheapshow/shop www.cheapmag.shop Thanks also to @vo

It’s been a while since Paul & Eli got their taste buds wrapped around some filthy American snacks and treats, so they are both as happy as Larry to dive into a selection of crisps, sweets and disgustingly yummy delights. However, this is CheapShow we are talking about, and it goes without saying that even a simple Cheap Eats section will go off on disgusting tangents: from euphemisms about dirty toilets to poultice policies and arguments about jingle performances. It will all make some kind of loose sense, we promise! There is a Gannon’s Golden Games that yields reasonably underwhelming results and throws Paul into full on pun mode, but despite all the laughs there is a danger lurking. Will they be able to see it coming? Definitely not! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-303-you-must-be-joking And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitt

Sometimes an innocent enquiry can lead to a cavalcade of outrage, and this week on CheapShow, a simple test throws everything Paul and Eli know out the window. It’s a question they’ve posed in the past on the show, does how you prepare a good old British cup of tea matter? Does it really effect the taste? It’s time to put it to the test… and the results may be pleasantly surprising to some, and absolutely disgusting to others. Will you respect the results or call for blood? To calm the rage, we also have a chunky Silverman’s Platter to share with a dip into the world of “break-in” records, novelty songs about Jaws and the braggadocio of early rap artists. It’s quite the episode, and that’s before we even get to mentioning Paul tries to pitch a sequel to Clankerman to Eli! How will he take it? As ever, listen and learn! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-302-tea And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email

Following the events of Episode 300, Paul isn’t quite feeling himself and so it’s up to Eli to tackle the tatty topics of the week. He finally gets to finish off the selection of Japanese “worthless” snacks and Gashapon pods, which brings him a lot more joy than Paul gets, who’s really not in the mood. Speaking of which, Paul is (sadly) on full “tinker mode” and decides its time to censor Eli’s tawdry tangents. This does not go as well as he’d hoped, but at least he has a plan up his sleeve to end the episode. As it was Paul’s birthday recently, his mother sent him a box of extremely random items and it’s up to Mr Silverman to roll up his sleeves and dive into Paul’s Mum’s Box with gusto. In more ways than one, it’s a very random episode. Oh, and they also try a few “Sodi-Pops” too. Which brings up a bit of an awkward moment. One that may cause trouble later down the line! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-301-talk-to-the-hand And if you like us, why not suppo

Roll Up, Roll Up for (possibly) the Greatest Live Podcast Recording Ever Made. This Year. In Harrow. CheapShow, for once, is very proud to present its 300th EPISODE, recorded LIVE on Sat August 13th at The Harrow Arts Centre to a PACKED HOUSE! It’s easily the biggest live performance Paul and Eli have ever done, and they’ve gone all out to put on a show that is unlike any other podcast recording you can think of. Hopefully! In just under 2 hours, they pack in sketches, characters, games, guests, songs (!!) and even a few BIG surprises. The Cheap Chaps are joined by guests from the podcast’s history, who have no idea what’s in store… Poor souls! CheapShow 300 with Paul Rose (Mr. Biffo), Ethan Lawrence, Octavious King, Stuart Ashen, Sanja Rose with special guest appearances from Sooz Kempner, Brian Wecht, Paul Putner & Pat Sharp! It’s an episode NOT to be missed. And nothing goes wrong. At all. Promise! (Ahem) See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-300-the-3rd-live-o

There is a loose tradition on CheapShow that when it’s the week of Paul’s Birthday, he decides to do as little as possible to get the episode out with as little editing as possible too. He also likes to drink. A lot. This puts Eli in a bit of a bind. He’s going to have to put up with all of Paul’s s*** and make sure that as many CheapShow segments fit into one hour as possible. So, hold on tight as the Cheap Chaps race through an Off Brand/Brand Off, a Sauce Report, a Soda Jerk taste test, a Cheap Eats treat, a Froth Shop candy, a Gannon’s Golden Games and a Paul’s Page Turner too! Is it possible? Is it even a good idea to cram in this much into sixty minutes? Well, you’re about to find out… Share & Enjoy. Photos/Videos for this episode can be seen at: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-299-almost-everything-all-at-once And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And you can follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod or @paulg

As Episode 300 nears, Paul and Eli decide to squeeze in one more walk before summer ends. In this edition of the economy comedy podcast, the cheap chaps decide to take on the 3-mile London Parkway Walk, which is London’s Longest Linear Park, don’t you know?! It’s certainly a long walk for two out of shape idiots who have nothing but Japanese “worthless” snacks as a form of sustenance. There is also no guarantee they will make the trip from Finsbury Park to Alexander Palace in their state! As they follow the abandoned railway line, they’ll attempt some arty augmented reality, wander through a few “kissing tunnels”, explore a bat cave and wander forgotten platforms, cursing and arguing every step of the way! They also attempt a few weak stunts. It goes badly. Obviously. Share & Enjoy. Photos/Videos for this episode can be seen at: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-298-end-of-the-line And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.

Attention Shoppers! There’s a clearance sale at the Fashion Boutique! Will it be Paul or Eli to first secure a fancy jacket at a huge reduction? And who will grab the Designer Shades at the Opticians? Ooooh, it’s thrilling! It’s a fast-paced shopping spree this week on the economy comedy podcast. Paul’s been after the MB Games classic “Mall Madness” for a while, and finally, he inflicts his obsession on to Eli. After a few false starts, the Cheap Chaps take on the challenge to see who will be crowned “King Shopper” in a game primarily aimed at young teenage girls in the 1990s. If you think that’s going to make for a simple and pleasant game, then you’ve obviously never listened to the podcast before! It’s a s***show! Share & Enjoy. Photos/Videos for this episode can be seen at: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-297-mall-madness And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And you can follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod

In what was meant to be an easy-going, laid-back episode of CheapShow, the show not only goes off the rails halfway in but spends a good chunk of the remaining runtime feeling terribly ill! It’s a packed show this week as Paul and Eli take on a whole host of topics. They angrily debate the “expert opinion” of a Top 10 best Walkers Crisps flavours list. Eli gets over-excited at the discovery of a lost bit of Tiswas merchandise and Paul wants to reboot the show with a Wild West theme. All of this is overshadowed by a very special Sauce Report segment that is special for ALL the wrong reasons. In fact, it may be the most traumatic Sauce Report they’ve ever suffered through. Imagine that?! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-296-it-ain-t-half-hot-son And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitter @thecheapshowpod or @paulgannonshow & @elisno

On a good day, Paul and Eli are old, clapped out, exhausted and useless. So, can you imagine what condition they’re in after foolishly exerting themselves following their BIG live show the previous day? You can find out in this week’s frail episode. Following the events of the live 300th episode performance, some kind CheapSkate listeners donated all sorts of weird, wonderful, and woeful packages to Paul and Eli and in this week’s podcast, they dive into some of the more edible offerings. After being wowed by their Cheese and Onion flavoured crisps, the cheap chaps are delighted to learn Tayto have a whole range of flavours to discover! Sadly, the same excitement can’t be observed for the soft drinks that have found their way into CheapShow’s orbit. As if exhaustion wasn’t enough, there’s also the matter of an ever largening room full of knock off characters to worry about! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-295-kindness-of-strangers And if you like us, why no

A few years ago, Paul and Eli did a “Tat Hunt” episode that challenged them to go to a certain part of London, investigate its charity shops and put their discoveries to the ultimate Price of Shite test! Obviously, as it’s been a few years, they thought they would do it again, but this time in Pinner. You know, that place just outside of North West London? No? It doesn’t matter, as the cheap chaps will be doing all the research for you! What will the find in Pinner’s charity shop offerings? Will Paul find something amazing? Will Eli even bother to make an effort? Who will win in the Price of Shite Face Off? It’s a high stakes edition of the podcast. Ok. Maybe not “high” stakes, but Paul is determined to win and Eli is determined to pocket the £10 budget. Typical. See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-294-tat-hunt-pinner Tickets for LIVE SHOW on August 13th: Episode 300 Live www.harrowarts.com/whats-on/event/cheapshow-300-live For Information on travel and accommod

It’s been the talk of the internet for weeks, but this week, Paul and Eli finally give their opinion… On what the hell those unknown flavours are in the Dairy Milk Mystery Bars! There are two bars to investigate, both very different in flavour profile, which is hard enough to figure out without Paul creating a new, deeply annoying, character. Will this new cheeky chappy break Eli or will he succumb to his charms? Elsewhere in the episode, a Silverman’s Platter and a Gannon’s Golden Games segment smash into each other when the cheap chaps have a quick look at the “Animal Kwackers” music album. You know, for kids! It’s an oddity of a platter but one that quickly gets ignored in favour of creating a new jingle and arguing over the point of musical copyright. Oh CheapShow! Sigh. See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-293-mystery-chocolate Tickets for LIVE SHOW on August 13th: Episode 300 Live www.harrowarts.com/whats-on/event/cheapshow-300-live For Information on tra

Sometimes you look at the world and think “God, it’s pretty shit out there!”, so this week on CheapShow, Paul and Eli dive into a book that hopes to inspire positivity and some warm nostalgic cuddles. Along the way, they talk about the joys of dunking biscuits in tea, the random beauty of the lost property office and the childhood joy of penny sweets and pick n mix candy memories. Sounds lovely, doesn’t it? So, it’s a shame all that goodwill goes out of the window the minute Paul pulls out the QI board game based on the TV show of the same name. Then it all gets very ugly… and that’s after the ongoing friction of those CheapShow “knock off” characters establishing a new club and Eli’s appalling attempts to reboot the jingles. Oh dear, indeed! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-292-quite-uninteresting Tickets for LIVE SHOW on August 13th: Episode 300 Live www.harrowarts.com/whats-on/event/cheapshow-300-live For Information on travel and accommodation for CS300

If Paul and Eli thought last week’s woodland adventure was hot, then this week is going to be a very unpleasant surprise! As temperatures rise throughout the UK, the Cheap Chaps decide to forge onwards and record an episode on one of the hottest days on record. This, as it turns out, is not a good idea. With energy running low and drenched in sweat, Eli suddenly as a great idea… Let’s call Juicy Jeremy and see if he can deliver some cool, refreshing “sody-pops”. Luckily, he is in the area and stops by with some fizzy drinks and maybe acting a little bit “suss”. What will they discover this week? You can expect confectionary flavoured waters, a new trendy special edition Coca Cola, something super sweet, something super sour and something… utterly gross. Find out what that drink was AND ALSO find out what’s in that new room in the far corner of the podcast that contains a certain tier of CheapShow characters. You’ll be glad you did! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.