<p>Singer-songwriter Jamie Lenman is a hero to noughties alt-rock kids for fronting the band Reuben, and a hero to sci-fi fans for his Doctor Who Magazine illustrations. As a big Dwarf fan, he’s the ideal guest for this special ep about the musical magic of our favourite sci-fi sitcom. </p><br><p>We ask why there’s such a crossover between fans of Red Dwarf, Doctor Who and rock music (especially Queen). We go big on the genius of Howard Goodall: perfect pastiche, crazy guitar, and unexpected yet perfect cues. And we dive very deeply indeed into the wonders of Goodall’s classic Red Dwarf theme tune. Plus: the boys from the Dwarf as the archetype of a band, including a comparison of Dave-era Red Dwarf and the current spate of band reunions. </p><br><p>SO WHAT IS IT?</p><br><p>Better Than Life is the pod where comedians talk Red Dwarf, the greatest sci-fi sitcom, one episode at a time. With a fresh guest every ep, we’re your perfect podcast companion for a first watch or a rewatch. Be warned: spoilers! </p><br><p>Hosted and produced by Fergus (huge fan) and John (lapsed fan). </p><p>Huge thanks to Alex Watson for invaluable help in making this podcast a thing. </p><br><p>FANCY SOME LINKS?</p><br><p>Go follow @jamielenman on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jamielenman/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. </p><br><p>Get all your Jamie Lenman links and music at <a href="http://www.jamielenman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://www.jamielenman.com/</a>.</p><br><p>Don’t forget to sign up to <a href="https://www.patreon.com/thejamielenmanfanclub" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.patreon.com/thejamielenmanfanclub</a> for your special Red Dwarf fan reward, as instructed in this episode! </p><br><p>WHAT DO YOU THINK?</p><br><p>Have a word on our socials: </p><p>X/Instagram/Facebook - @itsBTLpod</p><br><p>EMAIL US</p><br><p>We’d love to ask your questions on the pod – and to hear your feedback. Drop us a line: [email protected] </p><br><p>ENJOY OUR THEME TUNE?</p><br><p>That’s John and Fergus, and there’s more where that came from:<a href="https://holygoats.bandcamp.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://holygoats.bandcamp.com</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
