Karl Pilkington on the Two Shot Podcast

[@grandmasterpavvy7940]

Mr K Dilkington, You are one of our most valuable customers

[@nombob]

I threw it in the bin

[@JDNiNeT7]

😂😂😂😂👌

[@TommyLadAU]

This story was told on XFM before the RG show! Both so funny!

[@ItsSpoggel]

Hello Mr Dilkington

[@HaydnG266]

@@TommyLadAU I don't remember it being told on XFM?

[@ElZilchoYo]

I get a little sad to see Karl looking older, I still listen to the XFM shows when he is 29, I started listening when i was like 15 and now I'm almost 29, it's just weird to me, I'm nearly like Karl when all of this began for him. Weird innit.

[@rickrennyoneill]

He basically looks the same though lol

[@92darby]

Those xfm shows are the only thing I can listen to over and over without getting sick, I can almost quote some bits word for word and I still listen

[@merkavah4]

You've aged well?

[@Pianosnail12]

Circle of life mate it’s an unfathomable business

[@liquidfootballonline]

A cat that didn't look 'appy

[@campbell7504]

I woke up, I looked at Susanne, she looked at me. I said, have I told you about the immune system? It's amazing.

[@heatherpullan9519]

Could the world fall?

[@aburaccoon7375]

Not now Karl 😂

[@scottic_wss]

Do you think you could freeze time?

[@nez9751]

He could eat a knob at night. He’s just using his fables, Not many could say that and get away with it. Anyway, play a record

[@mathiashaha]

@@nez9751 "use your brain instead!"

[@EamonBoyle]

Karl definitely should start his own podcast, just asking celebs the weirdest questions haha

[@YouTubehacker9]

Any podcast involving Karl would be amazing, even on his own he’d be amazing

[@pacco9532]

Celebrities, do we need ‘em?

[@whatevernevermind5960]

and would have to get conspiracists on.

[@RealmDesigner]

This is kinda the point he was making at the end. He's done that, he's different now.

[@Asidders]

can't be bothered

[@jonnybishop]

I absolutely love how relaxed Karl is in this interview. Craig is a fantastic host and I genuinely think he treats Karl with so much respect, other interviewers treat Karl like a round-headed twonk and constantly talk about his time working with Ricky and Steve. It’s great to hear new stories from Karl. Great podcast.

[@User123-y4w]

From memory he used to work for Karl back in the day when headed the radio department so they’ve got a history/ rapport

[@simo2510]

Yep, agreed. As relaxed as I've seen him...feels like the real Carl for maybe the first time...

[@callumclay]

@edit dumb observation lol how is the vape an issue?! and it’s a back and forth, nobody is carrying it

[@hpebackwards]

Craig's a really likable guy. I love seeing Karl laughing and enjoying himself, it's wholesome. I listened to a bunch of Craig's other podcasts and I liked them even though I didn't really have a clue who he was talking to. He's just got a nice energy.

[@jackal9701]

Well said. I’m quite pleased KZbin had this show up for me. Karl always brings me joy, and it was nice listening to him, not having Ricky or Steve involved.

[@66matthi]

I bet this man - without knowing - has made so many young adults (now grown ups) like me laugh in ways I can not even begin to describe. Really a cultural hero of mine ( he would hate that 😂)

[@RebornAudio]

I mean... referring to yourself as a grown up made me laugh, so thanks for that 😂

[@JakeWilliams283]

It would be a bit of a dilemma if I ever saw Karl in the street as I love him and would so want to talk to him and squoze his head but I know he doesn’t like the attention really. he’d just be like “don’t know you, not bothered” think I’d just stick to a little “alright Karl” and move on. I Think he’d appreciate that.

[@matthewv4170]

I've burst out laughing listening to this in the gym, a lift many places and it is a weird sort of laughter......it's like a proper chuckle. Then Ricky's crazy laugh kicks in making you look like a nutter laughing at a guy laughin

[@muzalan7601]

Was thinking exactly the same thing

[@OutdoorAdventureAwaits]

@@JakeWilliams283absolutely

[@TheLifeOfDan1]

I’m sad that Karl doesn’t know why he’s loved. I for one love him for his down to earth character, his insight on life, his honestly. He’s so bloody relatable. How he enjoys the simplicities in life, how often, if ever, do you see that with people on TV? I love him as a person, I can say that i’d be pretty damn starstruck to see one of my favourite people of all time in the wild.

[@AnarchyRules17]

For me it's the roundness of his head. Perfectly spherical

[@FUNKINETIK]

On one of his journeys around the world he visited some Amish folk. He was so respectful and appeared to be more at ease there than on any of his other encounters. To me that spoke volumes. P E A C E : )

[@LightspeedGaming]

Totally agree, he's just so relatable and the fact he doesn't know he's funny is even better

[@Jack-yq6ui]

Thats weird. I love him cause' he's a fucking mong.

[@mikeydoc11]

Mad how Karl says people push Suzanne out of the way like she isn’t even there when they want a picture, a Suzanne sighting is rarer than the Loch Ness Monster.

[@bradenrodriguez5183]

maybe cuz she looks like the lead singer of slade

[@Kh4lidz]

The Beat Fabrik It’s insane how people are so attached to karl even after all these years. It’s a testament to how genius the podcast concept was.

[@MrGradlet]

@@bradenrodriguez5183 Genius hahah

[@jacobdale-grieh358]

From the boswell incident

[@Yimello]

They’re not bonefide saucer drinkers.

[@bass-badger5250]

I've listened to karls podcasts every sleep bar about 11 since i was 19. I'm 34 now. Xfm and the ricky gervais show are like comfort blankets to me. Even camping or staying at a girlfriends house I'll have it on my phone next to my head. The queen is nothing to this man in my life and many others. Every single night, sleep time, lets listen to this xfm radio show for the millionth time. Every time i feel like I listened to this one the night before because I'm so familiar with them. I spend more time listening to karl than i do with my son or working

[@キラキラくりくり頭]

It's not just because he's been on the telly. It's because I've listened to hours and hours of conversations with him (repeatedly) and he's honestly one of my favourite humans. If I saw him in person, I'd be so conflicted, I'd be like "I know he doesn't want to be bothered... But... This guy is legendary to me. Yes, he's just an average bloke... But he's a legend" He's on my list of top 5 people I'd like to have a pint with.

[@simonrobertson3852]

I've listened to the xfn podcast loads of times think I need to move on 😭

[@shirleyn546]

I love Karl's honesty & his insightfullness, he is what he is, no airs and graces, and him, Ricky and Steve get me off to sleep most nights, and have done for too many years!

[@lambo6134]

Shirley Norman me too!

[@jonwheatley]

Same.

[@dogsolja100]

I couldn't agree more x

[@michaelm5485]

Spot on.

[@raulduke3237]

Until Ricky's laughter jolts you awake

[@sjn6704]

The XFM shows are my night time listen, but seeing Karl laugh this much has made me smile so much :)

[@stonehouseguitars3869]

Please get him back on. I really really enjoy hearing from him, he gives me a sense of comfort in an endlessly discomforting world. He is a gift to humanity and you are wonderful for bringing him to us. Bring us more.

[@mikeydoc11]

“If you’re in a waiting room, dentists, doctors.. and you don’t just want to sit there looking at everyone, so you look down... and see Boyz”

[@chewwyc]

MikeyD7 🤣 only really OGs know

[@mrm5183]

Sometimes I miss the call to go in as I’m too invested in Suck-Cocko

[@minners71]

Fuckaroo......Fuckapoo

[@WhiteSleevedStu]

Chess....cock

[@bigvirg]

Nobaration

[@danexitsstreetview3273]

Karl is great. A mate a work got me a mug with his cartoon face on it from the podcasts and the words ' alright?'. Makes me smile every time i have a brew.

[@WilliamAhlert]

I thoroughly think if karl would write more books he could be remembered as a philosopher. The way he talks about everything in terms of how it applies to your life practically, I think it’s such a good way to view stuff. I think he’s an accidentally important philosopher

[@lufcharrison2234]

Only karl would end up talking about getting the queen in a headlock 😂😂

[@bazilkush388]

I've got the stamp in my hand!!

[@Jacrispy93]

I think if Karl had his own podcast he’d trump all other podcasts honestly.

[@rat_king2801]

he wouldnt like having to do it every week or however long. too much faffing about

[@Padraigp]

Yeah I'm not sure he'd top the Ricky podcast because back then there was only that and this american life and that was it. Now there's a ton of podcasts. But it would still make a bit of money I guess. I'm not sure he needs the money or could be bothered talking to people. It's always other people wanting him on...he'd be happy watching see through insects drag biscuit crumbs around.

[@jasonbourne4784]

​@@rat_king2801he'd get Mondays off, alright

[@seanlawman1518]

To have a 20 minute chat with Karl one day would make my life worthwhile

[@ericrounds1424]

Sean Lawman I think other than Michael Jordan there is no one I would rather meet

[@Marasma101]

The full interview is much much longer

[@Imperialmusicfan]

Afterwards, he'd go: "This was nice...off you go"

[@bartcolen]

Introverts are SO much more interesting than extroverts. A long life to you, Karl.

[@randomkiliinterviews9453]

I kind of agree . Not always but usually . Ricky is an extrovert and still interesting .

[@kghhgkgk6322]

Literally listened to the xfm shows every night for more than a decade now. Karl has had a profoundly positive influence on me. Wish he knew.

[@kghhgkgk6322]

@marksneddon then why post a shitty comment

[@mrm5183]

“I’ve got a stamp in a headlock” 😭 Amazing that he was built as a fool yet he is by far one of the sharpest people in the game

[@elflakeador09]

He is for sure, he's a well tuned in bloke

[@FutureAbe]

It’s a nice change to see Karl interact with someone he actually gets along with

[@flyonthe1stwall]

It’s kind of weird. Him outside of the looking glass of Steve and Ricky examining him like an experiment of some kind. Just hanging out with someone and BSing for a bit

[@Naeshabby]

Karl is far from an idiot. He has a lot of interesting thought provoking thoughts. If by any chance you’re reading this Karl I hope you’re well. I think you should start a podcast. I really, really think you would love it

[@mattc7191]

If you think he would love it, you don't know him very well. Let him get on with the tiling

[@11---------]

he is very conscious and aware, happens when your mind slows, he is using another dimension of intelligence, he is a spiritual master without even knowing it.

[@vampmode9132]

He's just extremely literal in his thinking could be seen as dumb but in the same regard could be considered much smarter than most of those who bathe in abstract thinking all the time

[@jamesdude8399]

He's the world's smartest idiot

[@matthewv4170]

Until Ricky's laugh wakes you up

[@jamesdean6660]

I listened to a lot of gervais of late, and not knocking gervais, but i think i was mostly doing it because in these unsettling times i wanted to hear Karl Pilkington

[@ganjaericco]

Say what you want about Karl, but he actually does have a pretty good grasp on what makes life meaningful and a good compass to find it. I think that's why he's not swayed by money and fame.

[@drone1756]

I think Karl has made me laugh more and has given me more joy than any other stranger on the planet. I know he is a normal bloke but I'd love to tell him thank you for that.

[@syok1107]

My brain automatically inserted a Ricky Gervais shriek at 8:47 "It's like the stamp!"

[@tomjenkins1989]

Play a record!

[@syok1107]

@@tomjenkins1989 out of all the shite Gervais has spouted over the years, he’s absolutely right about Karl coming up with one-liners comedians would die for.

[@unkelTP]

Seeing Karl happy is so nice:)

[@lordhuggington9615]

I feel like Karl has a great perspective on life. i fell his comedy blends into his personality seamlessly and i hope to see more of him. His discomfort on screen is comforting somehow.

[@imjack1041]

I'm only 18 and Karl made me laugh more than anyone else. I discovered him about two years ago and I watched pretty much everything he's in. I listened to the podcast and all the rest of it. I love him because he's an uneducated intellectual. He's got no ego. And I agree with a lot of stuff he says.

[@ThePontiacBandit911]

3:30 I love *this* Karl. He’s relaxed and can be himself. I can see why Ricky fell in love with this, lovely, down-to-earth, man.

[@rossow88]

Karl has brought me an incredible amount of much needed joy in life. Thanks for providing him a platform to continue to entertain us.

[@BudCarlo]

I got the internet in 2005. Karl helped me get through some dark times just by listening to his podcasts that was free on Guardian Unlimited that started on the 5th December 2005. Its now 20-years later and I'm still listening to his podcasts, XFM radio shows etc and its just the best thing ever.

[@jonathanb1406]

Swear Karl has been having an existential crisis for at least two decades at this point.

[@str8904]

Since he's been 30 years old lol

[@AniseedLake]

It was ever since he bought that cake for himself on his thirteenth birthday

[@MrJamesdryable]

It's good.

[@jonathanb1406]

MrJamesdryable What is?

[@MrJamesdryable]

@@jonathanb1406 crisis

[@malkchatters1046]

Always great to hear the wisdom of Mr Dilkington 👍

[@Jclxrk7]

I still listen to the xfm podcasts everyday have done for years never get old

[@cristianorentroia6607]

Pilkington watching Hitchens on KZbin. Didn't expect that. Two of my favorite people.

[@reactions4u438]

hes so spot on with seeing friends so often. its often the same topics over and over

[@66kaisersoza]

When the conversation turns into 'remember when', it's time to take a break

[@reactions4u438]

@@66kaisersozatotally agree. Its so important for it to not stagnate and look back at old times with nothing new to say

[@steec6713]

7:46 when can says "like why," it's the podcasts and xfm shows for me. I still listen to them every night. Massive part of my life

[@MrCheesyBaconBits]

He has an incredible voice to listen to, its always christmas when I get to hear something new from him.

[@titaniumapple1]

Same, anything new with Karl and I prioritize it over everything

[@johnflynn9331]

he's saying "what am I doing" Karl has brought so much happiness to so many ppl.... thats what he is doing.

[@joeherbert4360]

Thank you Karl for being you ,you helped me through difficult times in my life.

[@_SliK_]

“WHHEEYY Got the stamp in me arms!”😂😂😂 Would love to see that

[@drtydawg73]

i love karl, hes one of the most sane and intelligent people on tv.

[@nectarofpeace]

15:25 He still has a bad back. Ever since he tried to " ...kick me 'eight". Lol! Karl's the best.

[@mattsanter2113]

The Homer Simpson analogy to describe how he is perceived by the public is actually a piece of genius

[@sedey4949]

He’s right about the patio magic I served him in a local DIY store. Love the man

[@HamptonFarly]

Imagine if Karl has a podcast 👌🏼👍🏼 Quality

[@jameshickey100]

I am huge fan karl pilkington he always cheer me up when I watch karl on KZbin

[@seandoughton6588]

Well done craig, best chemistry Karl has had with anyone since his time with RG & SM

[@marting6037]

The world needs more Karl - please, someone come-up with an idea for TV series; he's a genuine one-off - in a very good way.

[@DwyerStudio]

This was such a nice listen didn’t even feel like a podcast more or just a chat with mates/family reminds me of popping round to family for a cuppa and a chat. Karl has always been a big part of my life and his outlook on life and humour has helped me in some dark places

[@matthewv4170]

"I've got the stamp." Fucking hell Karl, comedy gold.

[@Yahgiggle]

Ricky gervais, karl pilkington and stephen merchant had the best chemistry, there is no better comedy podcast trio in my opinion

[@harrydavey9884]

I honestly feel like Steve just provided an audience for Ricky and nothing more. Never made me laugh and usually came off as quite spiteful with Karl.

[@Yahgiggle]

@@harrydavey9884 stephen merchant cracked me up too, but i guess not everyone would get his sense of humour

[@jimjamjon2285]

@@harrydavey9884 Nah Steve was the cherry on top that brought it all together. It wouldn't have been as near as successful without him

[@TestAccount-uu9vp]

no one even comes close, steves eyes would be bulging with imagined riches if he could foresee the popularity that podcast would have

[@Yimello]

@@harrydavey9884If you listen closely, there are so many magic moments that Steve sets up by probing or asking another question to Karl at the right time. Wouldn’t have been the same without him.

[@farcry3gameplay672]

Absolutely love Ricky Gervais, all his work and everything he’s done for Karl, but it’s nice to see Karl without him, not being interrupted every 10 seconds.

[@TheMikero]

As a long time Karl fan (since the XFM days) I like hearing how much growth he's had since those early days.

[@willgibbons1733]

It's good to see him havin' a laff

[@msherlock1607]

Another great podcast, love the fact that the cameraman has no pressure on him, other than to keep the picture in focus, 🤣 that didn’t happen, but made it all the more fun lol

[@benbergin538]

It's nice to see Karl smiling and laughing

[@mrSam3ooo]

Weird to say but not a lot of things warm my heart more than seeing Karl laugh 😆

[@thomashendry4731]

This makes so much sense about progression in life. Luv your insight Karl

[@TIKTOKHACKS]

genius interviewer - little things like pouring the coffee/water @ 0:36 so as not to be make too much eye contact in the beginning...n let Karl just settle in...n then get the best out of him....hats off to u sir 🎩

[@S7EVE_P]

Wish the whole podcast was a video, this is good.

[@Marasma101]

Yeah I don’t get why it isn’t. Silly

[@LaurensDogg]

I love this. Karl is absolutely right, he's changed. Much brighter and more philosophical outlook on life. He uses great analogies to make valid points. What hasn't changed is that he's an absolutely lovely bloke. I would rather spend a day with him than with any other celebrity I admire. And to answer his question: the reason people look up to him is because he's been one of the funniest men alive for over 15 years. The amount of joy he's given people is immeasurable

[@jackprovines9462]

the bond between these two is honestly unreal

[@ComeOnPeopleThink]

I really enjoyed that little chat ..

[@360Fov]

Karl laughs loads in a relaxed conversation... it's just around Ricky that he tenses up lol

[@superfred]

i hope karl can realise how many laughs hes given us over the years, and hope he starts a podcast whrere he just chats to celebs, i think he would love it

[@Marasma101]

He would hate chatting to just celebs. He prefers weird people

[@superfred]

@@Marasma101 yeah very true needs some obscure people on

[@jamesdean6660]

Oh dear Karl, so lovely you really do wonder what you have done that makes people love you so much!

[@JDHYDXYHSHEHYDYYDHD]

Restless & Anchored... good way of putting it

[@electriccarcafeatevolution4319]

For those that don't know there's another chat with Craig from 2018.. well worth going back and listening to that via the two shot podcast. The Mark Strong interview is excellent too..Thanks fellas!

[@superdrwholock]

I like seeing Karl be spoken to and respected like any other human rather than how he was treated by Ricky and Steve (I know it was all for jokes etc but its nice to see Karl be more comfortable). Especially since Karl always treats people with respect, he seems so open-minded when he speaks to people from all different walks of life

[@count69]

His little chat with Michael Palin was really interesting!

[@Onlygod-2082]

miss karl... my favourite.

[@isitchicken]

What he said at the beginning about friends is so true. I have friends that I have known for over 20 years and we seem to be stuck in a loop when we get together. However, making new friends when you’re older is incredibly difficult.

[@megaskyburst]

This is brilliant. It would be great if we had the full video 👍🏻

[@LightspeedGaming]

My contacts are full of more companies and takeaways than people too 😂😂 I love the fact that when he first started out he and Suzanne were together like 9 years and now it's 30 🥰🥰

[@adreq2003]

What I find most interesting about Karl (I'm from Texas, BTW) is that he really has no idea how much more funny he is than your normal bloke. There's not many people, even proper comedians, that you know - no matter which video you pick - there WILL be something funny about it.

[@66kaisersoza]

I think he knows he's funny. He just doesn't try to impress people because he's not that arsed. So it can come across as though he doesn't realise

[@KyleNornIreland]

Its sooooo F*cking Nice to see Karl Laugh snd Smile😂❤

[@morganmorris9846]

Karl’s Homer metaphor was kind of brilliant 😂

[@paulmckernan7518]

The Homer Simpson analogy was so beautiful.

[@Indianaparadise]

I’m American and it’s funny I love these podcasts and I feel like I found a rare gem!❤️

[@Chris180Z]

8:33 - insert Ricky's laugh. I also feel if this was on the old podcast what Karl says at 17:52 would be picked up on and would turn into a 10 minute bit about them calling it "ridiculous" or "twaddle" and Karl expanding on his 'theory'. "What so you mean your cells change and you become a different person every seven years? So how many people have you been Karl? I've never heard such twaddle!"

[@moakesusa]

Karl has evolved way beyond idiot status. He’s never been an idiot, he simply has a comically simple take. His questioning of purpose and how he admires people with passion up to the point of death….he’s incredibly thoughtful and dare I say it, an unwilling intellectual. I also am blown away by his post-podcast interviews, he is genuinely interested in learning the lives of others. If he had a talk show, it would be absolutely massive and deservedly so.

[@WasteFaced]

I think Karl seems more approachable than other celebrities because we know every detail of his life, so it's like he's not a stranger

[@LifeShortsGaming]

Please invite him on again. I can't get enough of him. He's brilliant ❤

[@saphirus1able]

Oh my gosh. I am more like Karl Pilkington than I ever thought. He is just so honest about everything. Love him.

[@earlycuyler9729]

Karl talking about the UK weather in the Winter is why people in the U.S. flock to Florida when they retire or for the Winter months at least. In the UK I've heard that's why they retire to the Canary Islands. Whatever, the Winter seems to affect us more negatively when we get into our "Golden" years.

[@Sahil-rx2oe]

I’m pretty sure that I saw Karl wearing this same shirt while promoting An Idiot Abroad! Love that he is one of my favorite celebrities that isn’t even a celebrity at all because he is so down to earth!

[@Anonymous-or4ru]

You did. Same one. He's had it years

[@sarahbyrne8501]

This chap is much maligned. Can’t believe I’ve listened for so long. I love xfm to this very day- Ricky, Steve and Karl are part of my every week. Love to the listeners who still laugh aloud. ❤😂

[@Logicalx]

Thank you, was just the other day I asked to see the video of the chat.

[@MetalMatt]

Karl is such a great guy

[@antton8575]

Great man! Thank you for everything Karl

[@thehammurabichode7994]

His introspection is genuinely meaningful and sobering

[@drfeelgood9814]

Karl Pilkington is the Champion Of The Whole World at Everything!🙏

[@The_Jamen]

His analogy of comparing himself to Homer Simpson is spot on, Karl is not ageless like a cartoon character he’s just like every other person who’s behaviour, attitude and outlook inevitably change with age and experience.

[@NastyRhythm]

"Blew it up......never saw the manhole cover again"

[@kaiplotnikoff9169]

"Tie bangers to a bomb, see if its louder"

[@Algorithm347]

Love your pic , that’s my era of music , DJ sy , Ellis Dee , all the rat pack , love the old Skool !

[@NastyRhythm]

@@Algorithm347 yes mate! You know the score! Big up!

[@Algorithm347]

@@NastyRhythm you know the score hardcore !

[@tenletters5641]

Cheers Griff for capturing this gold!

[@Rodnidge]

Phwoar those were some super insightful musings from Karl which i really needed. Especially the bits about friends and where to go with your life. That homer simpson comment at the end also struck a cord. Karl never fails to get me thinking, and laughing, at his views on things. Its sort of a shame that he doesnt appreciate what his fans admire about him. I wonder if he wouls stop worrying so much about stuff..

[@bluemethbunny]

The headlock is definitely people thinking they can treat Karl like Ricky does, that's funny haha