The Debrief

The Debrief with Lucy & Dane is your daily dose of entertainment and information! The show brings you the day's magazine news, quirky stories from around the world, and big interviews with fascinating guests. Catch up with the latest news updates from the ARN news centre, while enjoying a mix of entertainment and insightful conversations.

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  • Returning a library book 50 years late

    Friday, 20 December 2024

    45 minutes

    Chuck Hildebrandt was 13 when he borrowed his favourite baseball book from the library - and 63 when he finally returned  it. He told The Debrief how he ended up keeping the book 50 years and if he avoided a $4500 fine. Plus, Dane and Lucy debate what Christmas will look like for the astronauts stranded in space and the kayaker who faked his own death - poorly.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • America's Favourite Santa

    Wednesday, 18 December 2024

    54 minutes

    Brant Miller is America's favourite mall Santa - surprising children and sharing love and joy every year at this time of year.  He spoke to Dane and Lucy about how he got into helping out the real Santa and the routine he has to go through to be the best Santa look-alike there is. Plus, we catch up with Henry Moores on his Road to Riyadh - just as he arrives in the Kingdom's capital ahead of the Fury v Usyk boxing match. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Growing in a 'brainwashing' cult

    Monday, 16 December 2024

    58 minutes

    Imagine growing up in a cult. That's exactly what happened to Sarito Carroll who was a child of the Osho Rajneesh movement.  She joins Dane and Lucy on The Debrief and talks of her experiences as a child growing up through the movement and witnessing a bizarre way of life.  Plus, the odd Christmas tradition in Austria which involves a demon like character that runs through the streets.  And, would you leave a note on a car if you hit it? Or would you do a runner? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The world's first football club

    Monday, 16 December 2024

    55 minutes

    200 years ago the world's first football club was formed in Edinburgh, Scotland!  We speak to Andy Smith, the sports historian who tells us about The Foot-Ball Club as it was aptly named. Plus, we play the first Christmas Song on Dubai Eye, chosen by you! And Inzy has the Week in Review! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Who killed JonBenet Ramsey - Director's perspective

    Thursday, 12 December 2024

    60 minutes

    The widespread cultural fascination with true crime isn't a mystery to Joe Berlinger, the Oscar-nominated and Emmy-winning documentarian behind Netflix's new docuseries Cold Case: Who killed JonBenét Ramsey.  He joins Dane and Lucy on The Debrief to talk about the infamous cold case.  Plus, Liberland's President Vit Jedlicka joins us on a state visit to Dubai Eye 103.8 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The Lighthouse Lone Wolf

    Wednesday, 11 December 2024

    50 minutes

    For many, a dream job wouldn't necessarily be a lighthouse keeper on a remote Australian island. But Sandy Duthie, a 42 year old Scottish man - jumped at the chance when that job came around.  He speaks to Dane and Lucy about life in the lighthouse alone!  Plus, we catch up with Henry Moores on his Road to Riyadh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The King of Christmas

    Tuesday, 10 December 2024

    42 minutes

    Imagine having more than 10,000 Christmas decorations that you put up every single year.  That's exactly what 71-year-old Geoff Stonebanks from the UK does. For over 6 decades he's been addicted to collection Christmas decorations which have brought him so much joy. He joined Dane and Lucy on The Debrief to talk about his love for tinsel and baubles!  Plus, how do you feel about a Donald Trump perfume? 'Fight, Fight, Fight' the new fragrance from Trump has just been released. And, why is Inzy getting so many static shocks? Lucy's on hand to advise! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy in...

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  • Good Morning Pineapple

    Tuesday, 10 December 2024

    48 minutes

    You may have come across a cat video online with an Indian voice singing the words 'Good Morning Pineapple, looking very good very nice.'  Well the song has been used in more than 160 million TikTok's around the world, and its creator Aman Sangha from Birmingham in the UK joined Dane and Lucy on The Debrief to talk about his viral tune.  Plus, we hear from the writer Claire Nelson who shattered her pelvis in a fall and ran out of water when she went for a hike in the desert. Her story is gripping and will have you on the edge of your seat.  Plus, TV's Piers Morgan has a special but stern me...

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  • A Friday Pick n Mix

    Friday, 6 December 2024

    1 hour 1 minute

    On The Debrief, Dane and Lucy discuss the new concept from Microsoft that could soon help you speak another language whilst on a meeting call.  Plus, they catch up with The Score's Chris McHardy on the F1 Friday about George Russell and Max Verstappen's beef.  Also, Inzy brings you the Week In Review See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The treasure hunt is on

    Wednesday, 4 December 2024

    52 minutes

    What does it take to channel the spirit of Jacques Cousteau and search for secret treasure? For Jon Collins-Black, this question sparked a thrilling journey that led him to hide five treasure chests across the United States. He speaks to Dane and Lucy about his book, "There's Treasure Inside" which offers hints for eager treasure hunters sending them on an expedition to find hidden chests with a combined price of $2 million USD.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The 8-year-old rock climber with the middle-name 'Adventure'

    Thursday, 28 November 2024

    42 minutes

    Would you let your 8-year-old child climb a 914m rock?  Dane and Lucy hear from Joe Evermore and his son Sam Adventure, the kid who rock climbed Yosemite's El Capitan at just 8 years old. Some say its extreme and dangerous parenting, others say it's just the right dose of adventure.  Plus, 50% of men believe they could land a plane if they needed to, we speak to a pilot to see how difficult it really is. And we talk about the bridesmaid who didn't attend her best friend's wedding because she wasn't allowed to bring extra food for her bulking-up diet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy ...

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  • Not quite Tim Peak.. more like Tiny Tim

    Wednesday, 27 November 2024

    42 minutes

    Lucy gets pranked by Dane and Inzy!  Imagine getting ready for an interview with British astronaut Tim Peake, well that's what Lucy was planning to do, when in fact on the other side was another Tim, Tiny Tim.  The comedian Tim Bradbury, speaks to Dane and Lucy about how he came up with the character, how he went incredibly viral and some of his favourite pranks he's played.  Plus, with so many celebrity look-alike competitions taking place across the world, we speak to someone who is set to take part in the latest one - for Jason Momoa.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Across the Empty Quarter from UAE to Riyadh

    Tuesday, 26 November 2024

    34 minutes

    Mad-man Henry Moores from the UK has just announced he's going to be running from the UAE to Riyadh on his next adventure.  He speaks to Dane and Lucy on The Debrief about his preparations (or lack of) for the 'Road to Riyadh' plus who he's taking with him on the challenge.  Also, we take a look back at the legends of Glastonbury as Rod Stewart announced he'll be performing at the iconic festival in 2025.  Plus, Dane had a fright...hearing him squeal is a good enough reason to listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The World's most expensive banana

    Monday, 25 November 2024

    49 minutes

    From Bitcoin, to Liberland to the world's most expensive Banana. Justin Sun, is the man who spent $6.2 million on a piece of 'art' of a banana taped to a wall.  The crypto-currency entrepreneur, who told The Debrief he is worth more than $2 billion, spoke to Dane, Lucy and Inzy in his first interview since purchasing the banana art.  He tells us why he bought it, what it means to him and why he's going to eat it.  Plus, with the world going crazy over the release of Wicked, we talk about the musical on the silver screen and ask if it's too long?     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy i...

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  • Politics is a dog eat dog world...

    Thursday, 21 November 2024

    48 minutes

    As Donald Trump and Kamala Harris battled it out for the keys to the White House, another significant (some would say) election was taking place in New York City.  The Dog Mayor election for the city was in full swing for it's third year.  Dane and Lucy speak to the man behind this crazy scheme which was hijacked by crypto bros to boost the value of a meme coin.  Plus, how do you feel about listening back to the sound of your own voice? According to a recently study 58% of people can't stand it.  And, Dane and Lucy attempt to break a Guinness World Record on the GWR Day. See omnystudio.com/...

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  • David Holmes...The Boy Who Lived

    Wednesday, 20 November 2024

    47 minutes

    The Harry Potter movie series is undoubtedly one of the biggest film franchises across the globe - so imagine being the person responsible for all of Daniel Radcliffe's stunts. And there were many!  David Holmes, was the 'other' Harry Potter for 6 of the films before a tragic accident which changed his life forever.  He joins Lucy, Inzy and Dane on The Debrief to talk about the 'amazing' time he had as a stunt double, and the 'horrific' experience of being severely injured.  Plus, hear how David has a completely different outlook on life following the accident.  See omnystudio.com/listener ...

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  • The Spider Smuggling black market industry

    Tuesday, 19 November 2024

    42 minutes

    On the Debrief Lucy and Inzy look at the crazy story of a man who attempted to smuggle more than 300 tarantulas at an airport in Peru. But they weren't in his suitcase he had them strapped to his body, along with 100 centipedes and 9 stinging bullet ants. The man has been arrested, but it's just one case of a huge black market of smuggling insects like these for people to buy as pets. It's estimated the market is worth around 40 billion dollars. We speak to a conservationist biologist Sergio Henriques who's now working to try and get these little animals back to their home safely. Plus we h...

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  • The father of the world's riches man...Errol Musk

    Friday, 15 November 2024

    45 minutes

    His name is on the lips of everyone around the world, Elon Musk, the world's richest man is set to take up a key role in Donald Trump's government.  On The Debrief, Dane and Inzy speak to his father Errol Musk who at sometimes has had a fractured relationship with his son.  Now, he believes Elon is the perfect man for the job and could play an important role in improving America's economy as well as bringing peace and stability across the world.  Plus, we hear of the Musk's love for Dubai.  Also, we find out what Elton John's death row meal would be and why politicians burst out into the Ha...

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  • Jack Whitehall, his family and the 'bagman'

    Friday, 15 November 2024

    42 minutes

    If you're planning your Valentines Day already for 2025, a night at the comedy watching Jack Whitehall and his parents at the Coca-Cola arena might be the one.  The British comedian joined Dane and Inzy on The Debrief to talk about his show, touring with his parents and the demands they have when working together.  Plus, hear who his wife is bringing along with them to Dubai....shopping might have something to do with it.  Also on the show, we look at the list for the most used office acronyms and it was a big night in Riyadh - we look back at the Elie Saab Riyadh Season show. See omnystudi...

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  • WOULD YOU DO THIS FOR A MILLION DOLLARS?

    Wednesday, 13 November 2024

    48 minutes

    Imagine being dropped into the Alaskan wilderness with hardly any supplies and being asked to survive against 15 other participants - could you do it?  For a Million Dollars, maybe.  We speak to Drew Haas of the Netflix show Outlast to hear the pain and suffering he endured whilst being a part of the show. But also about the reality of trying to get through the harsh climates and mental barriers to outlast the others.  Plus, Dane and Inzy look at the ridiculous amounts of money people pay for phone numbers and license plates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • 10 YEARS OF RUPI KAUR'S MILK AND HONEY

    Wednesday, 13 November 2024

    47 minutes

    The world renowned poet Rupi Kaur joins Inzy and Dane on The Debrief to talk about 10 years of her record-selling book Milk and Honey.  The instapoet who shot to fame by sharing her work across Instagram and Tumblr spoke of her journey to becoming one of the most famous writers today, as well as sharing her thoughts on representation in the industry.  Plus we look at the list of the sexiest baldies out there and find out from you why being bald is beautiful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Live and Let Lib(erland)

    Monday, 11 November 2024

    46 minutes

    On The Debrief today, Dane and Inzy speak to a President of a European nation. In a serious, hard-hitting interview...NOT...the President of Liberland talks about his nation which sits between Croatia and Serbia.  President Vit Jedlička told The Debrief all about Liberland's citizens, how he became leader and his plans to invite Donald Trump to his 7km squared country.  Plus, find out how you can become a citizen of Liberland! Also on the show, Inzy reached out to the listeners across UAE to get tips on how to thicken and twirl his tash!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Mobile phones are 'killing' the dancefloor

    Friday, 8 November 2024

    40 minutes

    A nightclub opening in Manchester, UK in December is bringing in a strict 'no photos' on the dancefloor policy.  It means customers will have to tape over their cameras and will not be allowed to take any pictures whilst in the club.  Dane and Inzy are joined by Sacha Lord, music and nightlife legend in the UK and the Greater Manchester nighttime economy advisor to talk about the new club and it's risky rule!  Plus, catch up with the Week in review and, should you be served in a shop or takeaway if you've got your headphones on?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • It’s bananas! Can monkey’s really type Shakespeare?

    Thursday, 7 November 2024

    40 minutes

    The old adage of the ‘infinite monkey theorem’ has been etched into pop-culture. But researches in Sydney wanted to find out whether the idea that monkeys will one day be able to type the full works of William Shakespeare, compromising of a million words making up sonnets, poems and plays. Stephen Woodcock, a scientist from Australia - spoke to Dane and Inzy on The Debrief about whether it will ever be possible.  PLUS, is it okay to take the toiletries from a hotel?  And we discuss the decision by breakdancer ‘Raygun’ who has announced she’s stepping back from professional dancing after the...

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  • Small but mighty Abdu Rozik on The Debrief

    Wednesday, 6 November 2024

    47 minutes

    Social media superstar Abdu Rozik joined Dane and Inzy on The Debrief to discuss his acting, singing, boxing and business ventures.  Plus, he talks about his time at the Ambani wedding in India and what it was like to meet Kim Kardashian.  We also speak to Lucy live from America on the day Donald Trump has been elected as the 47th President of the United States.       See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The nuts story about a Squirrel called Peanut

    Tuesday, 5 November 2024

    47 minutes

    With more than half a million followers on Instagram, Peanut became a social media superstar.  He was adopted by Mark Longo more than 7 years ago, who tells Dane and Inzy on The Debrief - Peanut would sleep with him, eat waffles with him and would wear his signature cowboy hat. But Mark's life was turned upside down when his home was raided and Peanut was taken away and euthanised by authorities in New York, who had concerns of potential rabies. His killing has caused global outrage with the likes of Elon Musk and Donald Trump using the anger to politicise the issue.  Plus, we catch up with...

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  • I saw the shark bite off my friend's leg

    Monday, 4 November 2024

    49 minutes

    Imagine seeing your friend being attacked by a shark whilst in the sea. That's what happened to 61-year-old Kenji Nonoka who was surfing off the Island of Maui in Hawaii.  Gary Miaymoto, who witnessed the attack - managed to bring his friend to shore, stem the bleeding and get him to hospital where he was treated and now lives to tell the tale. On the Debrief, Dane and Inzy, speak to Gary about what he saw and how he saved Kenji's life.  Plus, we discuss the sad news of the death of music producing icon, Quincy JonesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • A rodent metropolis

    Friday, 1 November 2024

    59 minutes

    On The Debrief - Dane and Lucy speak to the author of a book Lucy can't put down, Rat City. It's about an American scientist that conducted an experiment in the 1950's by building rat colonies to research overcrowding and population booms. We hear what hap pens when rat colonies reach the threshold of overcrowding and whether it is relatable to human life, finding out which cities suffer from this kind of overpopulation. Plus, Inzy has the Week in Review - and do you know how much 20 Undecillions is?  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • Debrief treats only, no tricks

    Thursday, 31 October 2024

    47 minutes

    With spooky season in full swing, Dane and Lucy chat all things Halloween on The Debrief. You can hear their trick or treat tales, plus we take a look at the most haunted places on the planet.  And a restaurant in the UK has received criticism for charging customers 25 pounds (120 AED) for an unlimited breakfast. We speak to one of the owners who released an 800 word defence!  Plus, Donald Trump has a message for Joe Biden and his presidential opponent Kamala Harris...from a garbage truck.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  • The twins' secret language

    Wednesday, 30 October 2024

    47 minutes

    Imagine being able to communicate in your own secret language. That's the reality for Michael and Matthew, identical twin brothers from England, who can speak to each other in a language nobody else on the planet can understand.  The phenomenon is called Cryptophasia or twin language. Michael and Matthew both speak Umeri, but are also language experts, talking in more than 25 languages each.  On the Debrief today, Lucy and Dane speak to the duo about how they came about creating a new language and how useful it is.  Also, the battle of the Doner Kebab - the Turkish government is taking dipl...

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