Sadly Mike had some microphone issues when recording this, but hopefully it doesn't detract from this top quality content!A scary trip to the dentist, freezing river swims and a brief chat about the recent Oprah interview; accompany a very fran

#S2E1: "Outlaw of Norway" General Wellbeing in 2021

Feb 28th, 2021 26m 59s

A suspiciously titled SPERM count, wellbeing and an angry letter from a listener kick off the second season of the podcast. This time Beth and Mike reflect on how they are doing the current climate and reassure themselves that it's ok not to be

BONUS: Alex Sermon's Season One Roundup!

Dec 31st, 2020 32m 26s

Season One of The Hippy Dippy Podcast has come to an end, and as such we welcome back our editor and resident Sound Monkey Alex Sermon to take a look back over the first year of the show and how we plan to move forward into 2021. HAPPY NEW YEAR

#22: "Aroused from our beds..." Christmas Special (SEASON ONE FINALE)

Dec 25th, 2020 48m 48s

For our final episode this season we end things on a high. As Beth and Mike explore strange christmas traditions form around the world and generally have a marvellous time during this festive time.Season two will premiere Febuary(ish) with new

#21: "Hot Young Igneous Rock"- Crystals are Fun

Dec 1st, 2020 34m 11s

Mike vs his flatmates both past and present, a metal monolith in Utah and Beth's plans to go solo accompany this in depth (not really) chat about MAGIC CRYSTALS!?!?Armed with a whole FIVE PAGES of research Beth peppers Mike's brain with facts a

#20: "Very Bendy People"- Beth's Travel Log

Nov 14th, 2020 46m 1s

This time Mike tries to mine Beth's brain for stories of her foreign travels, to try and understand what made her a hippy lunatic in the first place. Interwoven between these tales the pair also talk about Chernobyl, Lockdown 2.0 and the US pre

#19: "Hundreds of Zombie Children"- Halloweeeeeen Special

Oct 31st, 2020 38m 54s

In an attempt to convince Beth that Halloween can be fun, Mike shares some scary stories and creepy tales. Will Beth change her mind? Or will she forever hide herself away at the thought of trick-or-treaters? HAPPY HALLOWEEEEEEN!Hosted and Reco

#18: "The streets of Krakow..."- Change Is Occurring

Oct 24th, 2020 32m 54s

Change has occurred... In a brand new recording set up, Beth and Mike catch up after not seeing each other for some time and talk through the recent developments in their lives...Accompanied by a HEARTWARMING story of first meeting one another

#17: "Hot and sticky..." Stoicism Feat. James Daltrey

Oct 9th, 2020 53m 33s

In a slightly longer format than normal, Beth and Mike engage in an intellectual and philosophical conversation with James Daltrey, who is currently writing a book on stoicism and its related traits. Hosted by Beth Iredale and Mike DoreySpecial

#16: "Exploded bee penises..."- Science Fact or Magic Fact

Sep 16th, 2020 27m 8s

In a break from our normal format (like we ever had a format that we stick to) Beth has put together a series of questions for Mike. WILL MIKE BE ABLE TO JUMP THOUGH THE QUIZZICAL HOOPS, OR WILL HE FAIL MISERABLY!? Welcome to the first ever 'Sc

#15: "I woke up in a crack den..."- Parallel Universes?

Sep 2nd, 2020 49m 16s

Interwoven between true stories in which Mike woke up in a crack den and Beth saved a young life; our delightful duo discuss the 'many worlds theory', parallel universes and their desperate attempts to boost their social media presence...Hosted

#14: "Puberty hit me like a fu*king train..."- Plant Magic Part 2 Feat. Elsa Evelyn

Aug 23rd, 2020 39m 4s

In this continuation of "A FULL JEDI!" we return to Mike's garden, where Beth and Elsa continue to confuse and amaze. Discussions on ASMR, mental health and scary people in bars within, proceed with caution...Hosted by Beth Iredale and Mike Dor

#13: "You're so full of sh*t!"- Astrology Chat

Aug 5th, 2020 45m 51s

WOAH. Things get a little heated this time on the Podcast, as Beth tries to convert Mike to believe in astrology and is met with fierce resistance. Accompanied by a scary story of a dog locked in a car (the dog is fine, please don't worry) and

#12: "A FULL JEDI"- Plant Magic Part 1 Feat. Elsa Evelyn

Jul 22nd, 2020 39m 35s

A guest!? What glorious times we live in! Today Beth and Mike are joined by lovely Elsa, fan of plants and super foods. What utter nonsense... Or iS iT!?Hosted by Beth Iredale and Mike DoreyWith special guest Elsa EvelynRecorded and Edited by A

#11: "mAYbe IT's aLL rEaL!?"-Dismantling 'Doctor Strange'

Jul 8th, 2020 39m 9s

REAL MAGIC!? Yay! We're back recording in person again! This episode Beth talks Mike through 'Doctor Strange' and promptly ruins it for him by analysing the yoga traits within. Please consider donating to the Theatre Royal Winchester Survival A

#10: "The Violence of Blow..."- Mike's new friend

Jun 23rd, 2020 43m 56s

As always Mike and Beth bring you such magical tales of their lives. Amongst other things, Mike introduces Beth to his new love interest: Fanny... (send help)Hosted and Recorded by Beth Iredale and Mike DoreyEdited by Alex SermonThis podcast is

#9: "Captain's Log..."- Alien Tales from le Internet

Jun 3rd, 2020 45m 24s

Following a recent UFO/funky balloon sighting in Winchester, Mike and Beth take some time to discuss some wacky alien and UFO sightings in the UK and abroad.Hosted and recorded by Mike Dorey and Beth Iredale Edited by Alex SermonThis podcast is

#8: "Down came the jeans"- When Plumbing Fights Back

May 5th, 2020 42m 12s

From their separate abodes Beth and Mike have the seemingly compulsory discussion of our new lockdown lives, including a rather unfortunate tale from Beth...Hosted and recorded by Beth Iredale and Mike DoreyEdited by Alex SermonThis podcast is

#7: "Weaponise the Seagulls"- How to Survive an Apocolypse

Mar 28th, 2020 46m 26s

In the midst of uncertain times, Mike and Beth cope with everything by imagining a much worse situation: What would we do during the zombie apocalypse? By combining their frankly staggering brain power, the pair develop a WATER-TIGHT plan for s

#6: "Go at it like rabbits..." Feat. Alex Sermon

Mar 16th, 2020 55m 47s

This time our dynamic duo are joined by resident sound monkey Alex Sermon as he explores and explains his own christian beliefs. Spiritual encounters and an off hand reference to rabbits (thank god it got us a title for this one). Beth gets Cat

#5: "I'd give anything to hunt a mammoth.."

Feb 26th, 2020 39m 3s

Join Beth and Mike as they thoroughly vomit all their thoughts into your ears for your listening pleasure. This weeks discussion include: Mammoth hunting, knitting, DRAGON LOOMS, and all things magical (as per).Today's Podcast Pick goes to 'The

#4: "Is that a Catholic thing?"

Feb 17th, 2020 39m 4s

It's time to delve into the past, journey through time and discover what gives Mike and Beth they have (or indeed, don't have). Join us for a discussion on religion and death!Today's Podcast Pick is The Mighty Foof, catch them wherever you get

#3: Encounter with a Sex Witch: feat. Flo Morris

Feb 6th, 2020 46m 4s

Our first ever guest and magical sex witch friend Flo Morris teaches us all about magical sexual practices. Hosted and Recorded by Beth Iredale and Mike DoreyGuest: Florence Morriswww.florencemorris.com@florenceisblessedEdited by Mike DoreyThi

#2: The Goop Labs- A Reflection

Jan 28th, 2020 1h 2m

This week a WONDERFUL new Netflix series, The Goop Labs with Gwyneth Paltrow, has premiered; exploring many magical lifestyles and practices. While we think some of them are great, there are other's we aren't so keen on. Join Mike and Beth this

#1: "There's a chakra in my gooch!?"

Jan 20th, 2020 41m 36s

...and thus the journey begins. This week Beth very slowly eases Mike in to her weird and wonderful world before catching him off guard and charging in head on. Join them for a discussion on yoga, star signs, "THE AETHER!?", the witchcraft of t