Podcast
Lucy & Sam's Perfect Brains
You might have SEEN Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell on Taskmaster but would you be interested in LISTENING to them? Can comedy’s biggest fruitcakes conquer the podcast movement? Imagine if they did! Basically, it is a sort of catch-up more than anything, full to the brim with sprawling anecdotes and highly important theorems. Hosted by Lucy Beaumont (Hull) and Sam Campbell (Australia). If you have any ideas for segments please email lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com. They will do anything! As long as it is interesting and on the right side of the law. Produced by Plosive. Artwork by Sam Campbell. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Episodes
- Perfect Saints - Rachel RobinsonDec 5, 2025 · 34 minIt’s the series finale, and Lucy and Sam name their all-time favourite saints. Amen.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Body PartsNov 28, 2025 · 39 minProfessors Beaumont and Campbell examine the human body.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Teenage ApologiesNov 21, 2025 · 30 minSincerest apologies. Lucy and Sam say sorry to everyone they’ve wronged.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Perfect Brian 1Nov 14, 2025 · 30 minLucy and Sam welcome back a Perfect Brian to Perfect Brains. Groovy baby.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- CafésNov 7, 2025 · 30 minSausage, chips ’n' beans please. Lucy and Sam place an order at their perfect caff.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Scare Us SillyOct 31, 2025 · 39 minListen if you dare. Lucy and Sam receive some extremely disturbing messages from listeners.
Thanks to listeners who sent in things to scare us silly: Roslyn, Matthew, Sunny, Lucas, Jules, Archie, Zoë, Adam?, Christian, Georgia, Robbie, Marty, Ruby, James, Molly and Daisy.
If you want to send a message or voice note to the podcast, email it to lucyandsamsperfectbrains@gmail.com or WhatsApp to +447541967499
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Murals - Dean Zeus Colman and Gill AdamsOct 24, 2025 · 25 minLucy and Sam go off the wall with on the wall artist, Dean Zeus Colman.
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Perfect OutfitsOct 17, 2025 · 28 minFit check. OOTD. GRWM. Lucy and Sam choose their perfect outfit.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Spin the Bottle - Tim Key and Gill AdamsOct 10, 2025 · 33 minLucy, Sam and their favourite celebrity guests are beholden to the power of the bottle. If it lands on you, your fate is sealed.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Theme Song Reveal - Mike WozniakOct 6, 2025 · 4 minSo long to the boys from above, as we enter the Secret Garden of Babylon.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Charlie Pelling, Lucy Beaumont and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Planning Session Unbrained - Perfect Brians and James AcasterOct 3, 2025 · 49 minPerfect Brains is coming back. Ahead of its return, Lucy and Sam hold a very important planning session so that they can both emotionally, physically and spiritually prepare for weekly podcasting.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams, Naomi Parnell and Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Series 2 Trailer - Lucy & Sam's Perfect BrainsSep 29, 2025 · 1 minLucy & Sam's Perfect Brains returns this Friday 3 October. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 21: School's OutAug 16, 2024 · 30 minFor the series finale, Lucy and Sam delve into the past to decide what's to come in the future. They're joined by a man instrumental in Lucy's life, Mr Richard Green.
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 20: Responding to PerfectionistsAug 9, 2024 · 20 minLucy and Sam check their mail. Remember once you open an envelope it can never ever be closed. Pigeons used to deliver messages but now they don't seem to know what to do with themselves. Oh well.
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 19: Conch All Stars – John Kearns and Damion PriestleyAug 2, 2024 · 1 hr 5 minOnce again, the precious shell is passed between some very special guests who use its power to delve into the hottest topics of the moment. This is Conch All Stars.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Damion Priestley (and Sam Campbell).
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 18: Unthinkable VisionsJul 26, 2024 · 25 minLucy and Sam investigate the mysteries of all those suspicious occurrences you never actually see but absolutely know aliens are responsible (or the government) (or electricians).
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 17: HospitalsJul 19, 2024 · 37 minAches? Pains? Low morale? Coma patient? Dr. Lucy B and Consultant Samuel C will see you now.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 16: SeasonsJul 12, 2024 · 24 minAlmighty creators Lucy and Sam have added a new season to the calendar and all must abide by the rules, festivities and transport systems of the newly instigated 'Yamba'.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 15: Celebrity Conch – Tim Key and Gill AdamsJul 5, 2024 · 49 minLucy and Sam hand over the precious shell to their first celebrity guests. But, remember, The Conch is not a game. Please respect The Conch.
Recorded by Naomi Parnell and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 14: CruisesJun 28, 2024 · 26 minLucy and Sam embark on the seven seas with former Cruise Ship worker Jackie and find out about the laws of the oceans.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 13: The Yin and of course The YangJun 21, 2024 · 24 minLucy and Sam get mesmerised by one of ancient philosophy’s most chilled-out symbols. Don’t believe us? See for yourself at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yin_and_yang#/media/File:Yin_and_Yang_symbol.svg
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 12: The ConchJun 14, 2024 · 33 minAfter inheriting a mysterious and precious shell, Lucy and Sam take it in turns to hold The Conch and unleash its power.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 11: Cemetery MissionJun 7, 2024 · 32 minA disgraced person gives Lucy and Sam a highly intriguing challenge. Anything can be intriguing if you are easily intrigued. This one is all about cemeteries and the sound Lucy made at her first gig. Vote for us to be the next Prime Ministers!!!
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 10: Summoning RichardMay 31, 2024 · 33 minLucy and Sam have been hunting for special podcast guests. Big un's. This episode is full of sordid behind-the-scenes showbiz skerricks that will ENVELOPE you and make you feel like the most important birthday card in the world. Don't drive while you listen to this, it's just tooo INTOXICATING.
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 9: Zips OR LidsMay 24, 2024 · 33 minThe Lucynado and Samcramp give their microphones a proper workout on this one. It's the long-desired showdown between two huge huge huge topics - zips and lids. We advise you not to have this kind of heated discussion in your own home or we (Plosive) will be forced to report you to the embassy. Don't worry, these guys are professionals. They know what they are doing. They know their stuff.
Recorded and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 8: Year Delve ReloadedMay 17, 2024 · 31 minThe past has a real knack for devouring the future doesn't it? Lucy and Sam swore under oath to never do another Year Delve after the events of 2011. They have broken the rules and risk certain banishment. Thank you to everyone who listens to this - you will be rewarded so handsomely in the next life.
Recorded by Naomi Parnell and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 7: PrisonsMay 10, 2024 · 33 minHaving both served lengthy sentences, Lucy and Sam close their eyes and describe the prison of their dreams. Their insights will hopefully *fingers crossed* change the way you think about incarceration. See you in the yard for some handball?
Recorded by Ben Williams and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 6: Phone ExperiencesMay 3, 2024 · 27 minLucy and Sam get on the blower to some of their most powerful allies. It's important to go scroll through all of your contacts and ask people for money every now and again. One day people will be horrified that we put our phones in pockets and bags when they're not being used. This will be considered barbaric. Everyone's phone will have its own little house.
Recorded by Ben Williams and edited by Aniya Das for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 5: The Kingdom of AnimalsApr 26, 2024 · 31 minLucy and Sam blag on about God’s finest creations, the critters that he sent to this world to calm us down. No animals were harmed in this episode but they were discussed AT LENGTH.
Thank you so much. Please put headphones on your pet and make them listen to this episode and let us know how they react.
Recorded and edited by Naomi Parnell for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 4: Year DelveApr 19, 2024 · 30 minLucy and Samuel have created different systems to record every year that they've been alive. In this sort-of-special episode they take turns blindly choosing different years and discussing them in almost frightening detail. It's called a year delve.
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 3: Split the DiffApr 12, 2024 · 30 minLucy must keep her wits about her as she competes on a potentially fatal new game show. Sam is pulling the strings, but can he keep hold of the harp?
Even just four or five years ago, people like this wouldn’t be allowed anywhere near a podcast. Things are changing.
(Disclaimer: do not try this at home.)
Recorded and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 2: HolidaysApr 5, 2024 · 39 minLucy and Sam speak to two former holiday companions to talk about the various types of medicine needed while abroad.
Recorded by Aniya Das and Ben Williams, and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Ep 1: The FaceMar 29, 2024 · 44 minHave you got FIRST EPISODE FEVER or what??? Lucy B and Samuel C throw caution to the wind and begin their podcast with a highly complex study of the human face. They analyze each feature in shocking depth, beginning with the bits at the top and working their way right down to the chin and they don't go off on a single tangent. Only listen to this if you are operating heavy machinery please.
Recorded by Aniya Das and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Theme music by Paul Williams and Sam Campbell.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- A Blessing from Julian Clary (Extended Trailer)Mar 25, 2024 · 6 minAhead of the Perfect Brains HARD LAUNCH (this Friday 29th March), Lucy and Sam conduct an unsolicited phone call with their Taskmaster team captain Julian Clary and unearth his darkest secret.
Recorded by Aniya Das and edited by Ben Williams for Plosive.
Artwork by Sam Campbell.
Music by Paul Williams.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Lucy & Sam's Perfect Brains – TrailerNov 17, 2023 · 1 minComing 2024. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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