Scarred for Life

Bush, Brotherstone & Lawrence

A deep dive into the dystopian pop culture of the 70s, 80s and beyond..

  • 55 minutes 25 seconds
    Julie McDowall

    This week we are joined by journalist, book critic and podcaster Julie McDowall. A self confessed 'nuke geek', she is the author of Attack Warning Red!: How Britain Prepared For Nuclear War.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


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    20 January 2025, 12:03 am
  • 52 minutes 25 seconds
    Grady Hendrix

    This week we are joined by the award-winning American author and journalist, Grady Hendrix. Grady is the author of the best-selling novel Horrorstör and has written for numerous publications as well as penning the 2019 comedy-horror film Satanic Panic. His new novel Witchcraft For Wayward Girls is released on the 14th of January 2025.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    13 January 2025, 12:01 am
  • 54 minutes 37 seconds
    Jamie Smart

    This week we are joined by Jamie Smart - a British comic book artist and writer, known for his distinctive style and incredibly popular Bunny Vs Monkey series. His other work includes Looshkin and Flember, as well as a long stint on the beloved Desperate Dan.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    6 January 2025, 1:19 am
  • 55 minutes 55 seconds
    John Thomson


    Our second guest of season two is actor, comedian and Fast Show legend John Thomson, the British actor and comedian best known for his work on the sketch comedy show The Fast Show, where he portrayed memorable characters like the deadpan jazz musician Louis Balfour. Known for his versatility, Thomson has also starred in acclaimed dramas like Cold Feet, blending humor and depth in his performances.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    30 December 2024, 12:09 am
  • 53 minutes 25 seconds
    Christmas Special

    It's the Scarred for Life Christmas Special! Ste, Dave, Bush & Producer Dane share a bottle of cherry and the festive things that have scarred them for life...


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    25 December 2024, 1:01 am
  • 45 minutes 39 seconds
    Alice Lowe


    SCARRED FOR LIFE IS BACK FOR SEASON 2!


    We launch with the amazing Alice Lowe, star of Sightseers, Black Mirror and new movie Timestalker.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    23 December 2024, 1:02 am
  • 32 seconds
    Scarred for Life Season 2 is here...

    SCARRED FOR LIFE IS BACK FOR SEASON 2!


    Be ready! We launch with the amazing Alice Lowe, star of Sightseers, Black Mirror and new movie Timestalker.


    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    Follow us on socials:


    Andy Bush - Twitter / Instagram


    Scarred For Life - Twitter / Facebook / Instagram


    Production Company - Lock It In Studio


    Producer - Dane Smith



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    17 December 2024, 3:15 pm
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    Jim Howick

    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    The final guest of the season is the brilliant Jim Howick star of Ghosts and Horrible Histories


    Find Andy Bush on Twitter (@bushontheradio) and Instagram (@andybushradio)


    Find Scarred For Life on Twitter (@ScarredForLife2), Facebook (Scarred For Life), Instagram and Threads (@scarredforlifebook)


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    19 December 2023, 1:06 am
  • 56 minutes 26 seconds
    Samira Ahmed

    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    This week the team are joined by journalist, broadcaster and Space 1999 aficionado Samira Ahmed


    Find Andy Bush on Twitter (@bushontheradio) and Instagram (@andybushradio)


    Find Scarred For Life on Twitter (@ScarredForLife2), Facebook (Scarred For Life), Instagram and Threads (@scarredforlifebook)


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    12 December 2023, 1:34 am
  • 53 minutes 48 seconds
    Sir Ian Livingstone

    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    This week the team are joined by creator of the iconic Fighting Fantasy Adventure game books Sir Ian Livingstone


    Find Andy Bush on Twitter (@bushontheradio) and Instagram (@andybushradio)


    Find Scarred For Life on Twitter (@ScarredForLife2), Facebook (Scarred For Life), Instagram and Threads (@scarredforlifebook)


    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    5 December 2023, 1:38 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Rachel Fairburn

    Based on the hugely successful Scarred for Life books, this is a weekly exploration of the things that scared people growing up and what those things say about us today.


    Join Andy Bush and co-authors Stephen Brotherstone and Dave Lawrence as, each week, they talk to a special guest who brings with them three terrors from their childhoods.


    This week the team are joined by stand up comedian, podcaster and true crime addict - Rachel Fairburn


    Find Andy Bush on Twitter (@bushontheradio) and Instagram (@andybushradio)


    Find Scarred For Life on Twitter (@ScarredForLife2), Facebook (Scarred For Life), Instagram and Threads (@scarredforlifebook)


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    28 November 2023, 1:15 am
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