The second project Studio: Channel 84 undertook was the Variety Show Podcast (aka The Channel 84 Variety Show). Rob and Tom work hard to release a new episode every two weeks, having it feature their nostalgia based comedy mixed with parenting, life experiences and so much more.
Tom leads the charge with managing the Variety Show and does the editing and organizing of what’s happening when.
Midway through their first season, Rob and Tom realised that their might need to be a spin off show, capturing all of the Trek Talk on it’s own. The Untitled Sci-Fi Show as born and you can find out more on it’s page.
🎙️ The Variety Show from Studio:Channel84
🚨 Rude. Fun. Unfiltered. Hosted by Rob & Tom, this chaotic duo dives deep into all things pop culture — from 🎬 movies & 🎧 music to 🎮 gaming, 🍼 parenting, and everything in between.
🕹️ Expect:
🍔 Hilarious taste tests
🧠 Quirky quizzes
🔥 Spirited debates
💥 Nostalgia overload
😵💫 Moments that’ll make you ask: “How did we get here?”
📅 New episodes drop every other Monday — perfect for your start-of-the-week scroll.
👀 Formerly known as The Channel 84 Variety Show, it’s still the same madness you love — just leveled up.
✅ Add it to your podcast lineup.
😂 Stay entertained.
🔊 Press play.
It’s a surprise bonus! While Rob’s away, poorly Tom jumps on the mic with some unexpected delights.
🍹 Advert Rant: The Chipmunk returns to tell us why Robinsons Fruit Juice is upsetting teachers across the country.
🧃 Taste Test Time: Tom and the Chipmunk try Japanese Grape Fanta and Lidl’s Steak & Ale crisps – one’s fizzy, one’s meaty.
👩👦 Derek Origins: Tom finally quizzes his mum about the Derek – CheapShow listeners, your moment has come.
👴 Dad’s Tales: From bombs to scams and even a leper on the cricket pitch, Tom’s dad gives Derek a run for his money in a series of baffling and hilarious true stories.
A chaotic, charming, last-minute episode full of taste tests, family tales and furious fruit juice!
🔊 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts!
Social Details
Now open – Reddit!!
The Variety Show on Reddit – https://reddit.com/r/TheVarietyShow
Find us on:
Twitter – @_VarietyShowPod
BlueSky – @TheVarietyShow.channel84.co.uk
Instagram / Threads – _VarietyShowPod
TikTok – varietyshowpod
Facebook you can find us with Studio:Channel84.
We are part of the Studio:Channel84 network and are featured on their site https://channel84.co.uk.
Finally, why not e-mail us:
Both Hosts podcasts@channel84.co.uk
Music
Intro created by the amazing Ryan at Geeky Brummie
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