(music) (5 hours) Q&A Friday | LMBYTS #1483 | Jason Newland | 7th November 2025

https://www.jasonnewland.com/ Support this free service: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/jasonnewland 🎙️ Episode Summary: Q&A Friday with Jason Newland 🐾 Personal Updates Vinnie Walks & New Routine: Jason shares updates about taking Vinnie out for walks after dark, describing how he avoids using torches so as not to disturb people, and is adjusting to a new daily walking pattern to suit both of their needs. Sleep Routine: He discusses winding down by watching Big Brother, having a shower before bed, and wearing a thin dressing gown (which he amusingly struggles to name). Bath Time Challenges: There’s a humorous anecdote about how awkward baths have become, and reflections on childhood baths with siblings — and even pink Crocs mishaps! 📺 TV Talk Ozark: Jason rewatched the series and enjoyed it despite not recalling much from his first viewing years ago. Fargo: Discussed in relation to Ozark. Jason reflects on season 4 with Chris Rock and Jason Schwartzman, noting how their personalities didn’t quite fit the gangster roles. Other Shows: Mentions Bored to Death with Ted Danson, and Norsemen — a favorite for its oddball Viking humor. 🏘️ Community & Housing Updates Uncle Sausage’s Flat: The council turned it around quickly for a new tenant. Neighbours: Updates on other flats in the building. Jason notes some come-and-go, but things are relatively quiet and settled now. Auntie Landlord: Minimal contact since Uncle Sausage passed. Jason reflects on how connections naturally fade when circumstances change. 🧨 Seasonal Notes Christmas Is Coming: Ads are already on TV. Jason reminisces about childhood Christmases, gifts, and socks from Nan. Bonfire Night: Offers a humorous and skeptical explanation of Guy Fawkes Night, wondering why we celebrate a failed act of terrorism. ❓ Listener Q&A Section Jason answers questions from Carol, Hope, Mike, Mark, Maria, and Christine: ➤ Hope’s Questions Council & Repairs: Council fixed the front door; Uncle Sausage’s flat is re-let. Neighbours: New people have moved in; it's a quieter environment now. ➤ Mike’s Questions Top 5 Places to Travel: USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan (Norway gets honorable mention). Old Hobbies: Reading, karate, Wing Chun, boxing, Taekwondo. More recently: watching TV, making podcasts, and listening to YouTube lectures. Jason shares how immersive his hobbies can become. ➤ Mike’s Question Relationships & Regrets: Jason reflects on not getting married, his deep bond with pets like Vinny and Andre, and some missed chances in past relationships. He's philosophical, even slightly wistful, but self-aware about his lifestyle and limitations around relationships. ➤ Maria’s Question Locked Out Stories: Plenty! From student housing mix-ups to standing in slippers outside his flat, to an especially funny incident in a hotel hallway in his underwear after placing a room service tray outside. ➤ Christine’s Question Pie, Mash & Liquor: Loved it—used to eat it daily when a pie shop was in town. Not a fan of eels. Would eat pie and mash again if he had it to hand. 💭 Themes & Reflections Nostalgia & Change: Jason reminisces about past experiences with a mix of humor and sincerity. Solitude & Companionship: Vinnie features as his faithful companion, and he reflects deeply on relationships, connection, and being okay alone (though not without some longing). Quirky Tangents: From bathtub science to nepotism in Hollywood, there are spontaneous explorations throughout. 🌟 Closing Message Jason signs off with his trademark warmth and encouragement: “Remember to be kind to yourself. You deserve to be happy and to feel safe. Lots of love. Bye.”