The Manor: Free The Geezer Podcast

In celebration of The Manor’s music video ‘Swazz’ being nominated for a Kinsale Shark Award (aka the BAFTAs for top creative fellas), the boys watch back the greatest hits from their cinematic YouTube catalogue. Joining the band is accomplice, best friend, and long-term creative collaborator Elliot Simpson (director of the viral Joel Corey’s ‘Head & Heart’ Video). Elliot provides some technical insight into select productions and also sheds some light on the mayhem that took place behind the scenes.The boys also take a look at the dreaded ‘comments’ section for each video - we included the scathing, the constructive, and the downright weird. Grab some popcorn, it’s movie night. Enjoyed the episode and fancy buying the lads a drink? Click here.____Music videos in order of discussion:Patrick Riviera: https://youtu.be/ra8q-OzQwY8Hacienda: https://youtu.be/R1zFweEIR2kIbiza: https://youtu.be/cpOYuV_RVVYSwazz: https://youtu.be/WCEJs6c6CCIAll Goes Cold: https://youtu.be/Robl6xt_45Q

Time to crack up open a cold one. Jon, Scott and Dan are this week joined by old-friend, Chelsea fan (for his sins), and vents promoter Mr TJ (@tjyesufu). Jon presses TJ for a reaction on the sacking of Frank Lampard, Scott weighs up Tyson’s Fury’s ringcraft verus, Dan offers some advice on OnlyFans. TJ also discusses the future preservation of gig venues and nightclubs. You yourself can get behind the movement to keep live music alive, search #keepVATat5 movement for more information.Enjoyed the episode and fancy buying the lads a drink? Click here.-Freestyle links as promised: Danny Graft SBTV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DnNwf9Ggeq8Wize The Producer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzYZHOt_N-w Akala - Fire In The Booth: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sEOKgjoxoto 

For this first episode of the new series the boys are joined by their ex-tour manager-loyal-friend-professional-gentleman-and-Ghanian-Delegate, Mr Gabriel (@giftofthegabz). Jon contemplates whether Bruno Fernandes is worth his salt, Dan tells us why he's never sent for Stomzy, Scott gives us a window into the Lizard-people running the world, and Gabriel teaches Twi. It's like being back at the pub with your mates - only the beer's cheaper. So crack one open and get ready to free yourself once again.Enjoyed the episode and fancy buying the lads a drink? Click here.

For the final episode of the Free The Geezer podcast, The Manor touch on the important subject of Drink, Drugs and Having It Large - covering everything from alcohol abuse to cocaine addiction, not being able to leave the sesh and more. Resident psychiatrist Dr G sits in to give his view on heartfelt fan messages and comedian Jahannah James joins us to give her perspective. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion – Drinkaware Talk To Frank Addaction

All of us will have to deal with hate at one point in our lives. Whether we are on the receiving end, or witness it happen to someone else. For this special episode, ex-football player and Love Music Hate Racism ambassador Paul Canoville joins The Manor to discuss the racist abuse he was subjected to during his playing career, as well as advice on how we can arm ourselves against it - at the football, online and down the pub. Love Island’s Samira Mighty also visits the studio, sharing her experiences of reality TV, highlighting how the spotlight can leave you vulnerable to online hate. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion – Love Music Hate Racism Social Media Safety Directory

In the words of Danny Graft, ‘we are gonna get serious in this one!’ The band discuss their gambling experiences, Dr G warns us about the addictive nature of roulette and Young Money Blog founder Iona Bain is on hand to offer advice on handling payday loan debt. Will the boys choose Saving over YOLO? ‘Ave a listen and find out. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion – Young Money Blog Gamble Aware Step Change: Payday Loan Debt

The Manor are back in the studio with Dr G – this time trying to marry conscious living with the demands of your social life. Scotty discusses his reasons to go Vegan, Jon talks about the trials of living with your partner, and Danny ain’t so sure on Dolphins. PT and Fitness Influencer Bradley Simmonds swings by for the second half to help the lads exercise their hangovers away, and justifies spending cash on the gym, versus designer clothes, in a bid to boost self-esteem. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion – NHS – Eating Well on a Vegan Diet Drinkaware – Dealing with Hangovers Couch to 5K

This week The Manor are discussing the mirage of social media, the growing anxiety around male body image and the pursuit of happiness. Dr G is on hand to offer his professional opinion and the band are later joined by model and activist Munroe Bergdorf. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion - CALM NHS: Healthy Mind & Body MIND: Body Dysmorphia

Singer-songwriter Louisa Johnson and resident psychiatrist Dr Gareth Smith join the boys to discuss abusive relationships, the pros and cons of porn, and the risky business of online dating. Please check out the websites below for further help and guidance on any of the issued raised in this week's discussion - Domestic Abuse Safe Lives: Ending Domestic Abuse Women's Aid Men's Advice Line Sexual Health Porn Addiction NHS Sexual Health Online Dating ODA: Dating Safe