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Matt and Mike Pull Focus

Matt and Mike Pull Focus

By: Matthew Faggiani
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Matt and Mike discuss their favourite films, both old and new, with an abundance of special guests. From Fincher to Fulci, no film escapes our focus!

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Episodes
  • Kulvinder Ghir : Talks about his early theatre days in Leeds and how a chance meeting led to the creation of one of the best sketch shows ever made.
    Jan 16 2026

    In this episode of Matt and Mike Pull Focus, we sit down with Kulvinder Ghir, a theatrical actor and comedian best known as one of the original stars of the ground-breaking British-Asian satirical comedy series Goodness Gracious Me. We explore his journey through television and comedy, and how the show helped reshape representation and humour on British screens. Kulvinder also shares his deep love for theatre, particularly the works of Shakespeare and Peter Brooks, and reflects on how classical performance has influenced his craft across stage and screen.

    Honest, funny, and full of insight, this conversation dives into satire, storytelling, the discipline of theatre, and what it takes to build a lasting and meaningful career in British comedy and drama.

    You can find us on:

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/MattMikePullFocus


    Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/mampullfocus

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mampullfocus

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKxc7eF6reKU5P3DDrb7eg

    Twitch: twitch.tv/pullfocus


    #MattAndMikePullFocus #KulvinderGhir #GoodnessGraciousMe #BritishComedy #BritishAsianComedy #ComedyPodcast #TVPodcast #TheatreLovers #Shakespeare #ActorsLife #BehindTheScenes #CreativeJourney #PullFocusPodcast

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    46 mins
  • PSYCHO 2 (1983) Ft. Phil Ellis. Phil talks his appearance on Channel 4s Taskmaster, life on tour as a stand up and we do a deep dive into one of his favourite horror movies, PSYCHO 2 (1983)
    Jan 10 2026

    In this episode of Matt and Mike Pull Focus, we sit down with Phil Ellis, a brilliantly inventive comedian whose career spans from cult live comedy to standout television appearances. We explore his journey into high-profile television, including his appearance on channel 4s Taskmaster. Phil shares with us his love of horror and brings to the table one of his favourite movies, Psycho 2 (1983). Anthony Perkins reprises his role as the infamous Norman Bates in this sequel to the original "Slasher" film.

    Honest, funny, and full of insight, this conversation dives into creative risk, learning through performance, and what it really takes to carve out a distinctive career in today’s comedy landscape.


    You can find us on:

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/MattMikePullFocus

    Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/mampullfocus

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mampullfocus

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKxc7eF6reKU5P3DDrb7eg

    Twitch: twitch.tv/pullfocus

    #MattAndMikePullFocus #PhilEllis #ComedyPodcast #TVPodcast #ComediansLife #Taskmaster #BritishComedy #StandUpComedy #BehindTheScenes #CreativeJourney #LiveComedy #PullFocusPodcast

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    57 mins
  • Rosie Akerman: Man vs Baby and This is Going To Hurt, talks her early start in acting at the legendary Anna Scher Theatre to bagging standout roles in This Is Going to Hurt and Man vs Baby
    Dec 29 2025

    In this episode of Matt and Mike Pull Focus, we sit down with Rosie Akerman, a rising star whose career spans from grassroots theatre to major television productions.

    Rosie takes us back to where it all began at the legendary Anna Scher Theatre, discussing how starting out at such a formative and inclusive space helped shape her confidence, craft, and passion for performance.

    From there, we explore her journey into high-profile television, including standout roles in This Is Going to Hurt and Man vs Baby. Rosie shares what it’s like stepping onto huge sets, working alongside established talent, and navigating the jump from theatre to major screen productions.

    Honest, thoughtful, and full of insight, this conversation dives into early ambition, learning on the job, and what it really takes to grow as an actor in today’s industry.


    You can find us on:

    Facebook: www.facebook.com/MattMikePullFocus

    Twitter/X: https://www.twitter.com/mampullfocus

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mampullfocus

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZKxc7eF6reKU5P3DDrb7eg

    Twitch: twitch.tv/pullfocus


    #MattAndMikePullFocus #RosieAkerman #FilmPodcast #TVPodcast #ActingJourney #AnnaScherTheatre #ThisIsGoingToHurt #ManVsBaby #BritishTV #ActorsLife #BehindTheScenes #WomenInFilm #NewTalent #PullFocusPodcast

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    41 mins
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