https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/filaments-fibre-banter-laughter-and-a-bit-of-art--4734717enVisual ArtsCopyright Filaments & Fibrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/ba67495183811395d529999430916108.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/filaments-fibre-banter-laughter-and-a-bit-of-art--4734717Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:44:38 +0000Filaments & FibreFilaments & Fibreinfo@thebloomz.co.ukArtistic Illuminator, Steve Brookes, and fibre sculptor, Stephanie Lester, sharing their world of banter, laughter, oh... and a bit of art!trueepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-33-filaments-and-fibre-cream-catastrophe--71349798
The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/XQbc7xPN_Oc 

So, in this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... social media filters; fun & games with a dumper truck; Steph's attempts to give Steve a coronary; the incident with the sprouts and prep for Steph's big show at Wonderwool.

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71349798Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:42:41 +0000Filaments & FibreWelcome to the audio version of Episode 33 of our Filaments and Fibre podcast! The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/XQbc7xPN_Oc  So, in this episode—amongst many other...
The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/XQbc7xPN_Oc 

So, in this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... social media filters; fun & games with a dumper truck; Steph's attempts to give Steve a coronary; the incident with the sprouts and prep for Steph's big show at Wonderwool.

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍]]>2881antiwoke,banter,fibresculpture,havingalaugh,humour,lightingdesign,livingthedream,newpodcast,reallife,unpc,wokefreetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-32-filaments-and-fibre-steph-does-a-geordie--70550620
The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/0a1pziqBh9s. 

So, in this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our previous podcast title choices and little recollection of why(!); irritating behaviour; audio descriptions; and Steph's potential foray into OnlyFans!

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70550620Mon, 09 Mar 2026 16:11:28 +0000Filaments & FibreWelcome to the audio version of Episode 32 of our Filaments and Fibre podcast! The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/0a1pziqBh9s.  So, in this episode—amongst many...
The new-look VIDEO version of this and all future episodes from 31 onwards can be found on YouTube at https://youtu.be/0a1pziqBh9s. 

So, in this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our previous podcast title choices and little recollection of why(!); irritating behaviour; audio descriptions; and Steph's potential foray into OnlyFans!

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍
]]>2606antiwoke,banter,fibresculpture,havingalaugh,humour,lightingdesign,livingthedream,newpodcast,reallife,unpc,wokefreetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-31-filaments-and-fibre-diggers-dumpers--70033534
In this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... living in Wales; getting to grips with large plant machinery; and Steve finding himself even lower on the pecking order t!hat the stray cat that visits!

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍
]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70033534Fri, 13 Feb 2026 10:01:46 +0000Filaments & FibreWe’re back!  After 3 years away from the microphone (due to a very elongated house move and getting settled into our new place) we are podcasting again … or I should say VIDEO podcasting as you can now see us if you'd like to.  Just head over to...
In this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... living in Wales; getting to grips with large plant machinery; and Steve finding himself even lower on the pecking order t!hat the stray cat that visits!

Oh yes … our podcasts can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature. Sorry, this is real life—if you feel offended then just scroll on. Don’t waste your time complaining as we won’t respond. 🤪😱👍
]]>2370fibresculpture,havingalaugh,humour,lightingdesign,livinginwales,livingthedream,newpodcast,reallife,unpc,wales,wokefreetrue31fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-30-filaments-and-fibre-waterboarding-a-hobnob--53341547
Oh yes … it can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature! 🤪😱👍]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/53341547Sun, 26 Mar 2023 13:18:13 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our new—slightly more structured—podcast format; the TV shite that is Love Island; and the absurd end of gender identification. Oh yes … it can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for...
Oh yes … it can get a bit explicit so definitely NOT one for the kids, snowflakes or those of an extreme woke nature! 🤪😱👍]]>3210anti-cancel,anti-woke,apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,un-pctrue30fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-29-filaments-and-fibre-stiff-and-lumpy--51659259https://api.spreaker.com/episode/51659259Sun, 23 Oct 2022 12:15:25 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... an unbelievable, true, news headline; Steve's fight with a flapjack; and Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle when applied to Steph's Prosecco!2468anti-cancel,anti-woke,apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctrue29fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-28-filaments-and-fibre-look-no-hands--50874512https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50874512Wed, 10 Aug 2022 12:40:11 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our take on the Commonwealth Games; the Italian athlete who went commando; and Steve's thumb nearly being severed by a futon!2740anti-cancel,anti-woke,apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-27-filaments-and-fibre-dowager-s-hump--50294640https://api.spreaker.com/episode/50294640Wed, 22 Jun 2022 16:20:00 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our experiences with babysitting our grandson; downsizing our crap; and Steph’s ‘Dowager’s Hump’!.2357anti-cancel,anti-woke,apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,up-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-26-filaments-and-fibre-dogging-a-dead-horse--49383590https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49383590Sun, 10 Apr 2022 12:09:16 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about ... our experiences with COVID; watching two women corpse on a Zoom call; and the exciting Bloomz Arthouse International Online Art Show at the end of April.2433apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-25-filaments-and-fibre-settled-by-sumo--49122193https://api.spreaker.com/episode/49122193Sun, 20 Mar 2022 12:39:54 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about the exciting return of sumo wrestling to our lives; Steph's abusive social media behaviour; and Steve's attempt to drive around Sandown Racecourse with the Landrover & trailer!2799apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-24-filaments-and-fibre-try-licking-it-instead--48885231https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48885231Sun, 27 Feb 2022 12:04:47 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about using technology just for the sake of it; our take on the Winter Olympics, and Steph's new bodily growth2290apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-23-filaments-and-fibre-did-i-really-order-that--48712145https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48712145Sun, 13 Feb 2022 12:00:53 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about forgotten Amazon orders; Steph's narcissistic Facebook live; and episode two of our remake of a classic 1980's coffee advert.2573apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-22-filaments-and-fibre-old-blend--48507120https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48507120Sun, 30 Jan 2022 13:29:13 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about Steve's mission to get everyone to say 'Good Morning!" back to him; ideas for shortening some song lyrics; and the remake of a beloved old British advert!2693apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risqué,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-21-filaments-and-fibre-it-took-me-hours-to-look-this-bad--48317869https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48317869Sun, 16 Jan 2022 11:54:09 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about our the deluge of keep-fit adverts, the annoyance of Alexa, and an easy way to find weapons of mass destruction!2213apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-20-filaments-and-fibre-it-s-not-bloody-ikea--48138431https://api.spreaker.com/episode/48138431Sun, 02 Jan 2022 13:01:08 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode—amongst many other things—we chat about our Christmas, Steve's Instagram makeover and Steph's 'Artist Of The Month' spot for The Bloomz!2388apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-19-filaments-and-fibre-oddballs-knobbys--47984500https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47984500Sun, 19 Dec 2021 12:53:37 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode we chat about the etiquette of liking social media posts; Steve’s new compression underwear; and a few alternative reindeer names!2040apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-18-filaments-fibre-i-m-not-dropping-my-knickers-in-this-weather--47890730https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47890730Sun, 12 Dec 2021 11:56:23 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode we chat about waking up muscles unused for 20 years, Steph's reluctance to drop 'em(!) and the big reveal... that Steve does commissions!1953apple,banter,british,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,raw,risque,unedited,unpctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-17-filaments-fibre-never-miss-an-opportunity--47584098https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47584098Sun, 21 Nov 2021 12:11:01 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode we chat about mince pies, haircuts, how to dash the dreams of a 9 year old, and Steph’s ability to seize a marketing opportunity—regardless of what is happening!2158apple,banter,british,comedy,couple,funny,hilarious,humour,improve,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-16-filaments-fibre-i-ve-never-had-so-many-leaky-bits--47358453https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47358453Sun, 07 Nov 2021 12:33:01 +0000Filaments & FibreThis episode is mainly devoted to the fact that Steph has been ill with a cold this week. It’s amazing the humour we can find in any adversity! We also squeeze in some chat about our recent MK Winter fair, and manage to offend someone, I feel sure!😂🤣2345apple,banter,british,comedy,couple,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-15-filaments-fibre-furry-teeth--47020161https://api.spreaker.com/episode/47020161Sun, 17 Oct 2021 21:38:53 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about why Steph was late for dinner, the prep for our next live craft show, and how to offend a whole nation!1789apple,banter,british,comedy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-14-filaments-fibre-big-in-latvia--46587731https://api.spreaker.com/episode/46587731Sun, 19 Sep 2021 11:01:34 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about our impending house move, a possible new Olympic sport, and our two, Irish skip raiders!2696apple,banter,british,comedy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-13-filaments-fibre-stop-fiddling-down-there-when-i-m-driving--45834437https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45834437Mon, 26 Jul 2021 12:31:37 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about our forthcoming move to Wales, Steph's last minute driving instructions, and an unexpected encounter with flamingoes! 🙄2030apple,banter,british,candid,comedy,couple,edgy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,left-field,life,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,spotify,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-12-filaments-fibre-a-ball-in-the-mouth-is-worth-two-in-the-bush--45655972https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45655972Sun, 11 Jul 2021 11:20:12 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about our self-isolation, Steph's Euros football commentary, ice cream flavoured 'testicles' and Steve's, internationally-famous voice!2273apple,banter,british,comedy,funny,hilarious,humour,improv,live,new,podcast,politically-incorrect,spotify,unedited,un-pctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-11-filaments-fibre-razorback-pig--45476657https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45476657Mon, 28 Jun 2021 10:48:40 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about the recent Bloomz Art Show; Steve's 60th birthday; and Steph's foray into the world of witchcraft and alchemy!2068alchemy,apple,artshow,comedy,fibre,filaments,funny,improv,live,new,spotify,unedited,unpctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-10-filaments-fibre-a-cat-on-your-face--45141506https://api.spreaker.com/episode/45141506Wed, 02 Jun 2021 21:13:07 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about Eurovision; a novel way of conducting CPR; and the first of Steve & Steph's film reviews!2420apple,banter,comedy,fibre,filaments,funny,improv,improvisation,live,new,spotify,unedited,unpc,wittytruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/epiosode-9-filaments-fibre-ballzillian--44850728https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44850728Sun, 16 May 2021 12:12:14 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this episode, amongst many other things, we talk about Steve's recent Instagram bans; Steph completely dismanlting her laptop; and the pros & cons of male waxing!2168apple,comedy,fibre,filaments,funny,improv,live,new,spotify,unedited,unpctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-8-filaments-fibre-the-problem-is-i-have-very-large-flaps--44606078https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44606078Mon, 03 May 2021 12:19:19 +0000Filaments & FibreIn this week's episode, Steve & Steph consider—amongst other things—male personal grooming, cosmetic tweaking, and the pros & cons of a new toilet bowl cleaner!1906absurdity,comedy,laughter,life,unpctruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-7-filaments-fibre-bonfire-in-the-middle-lane-of-the-m3--44378999https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44378999Sun, 18 Apr 2021 13:09:36 +0000Filaments & Fibre2424truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-6-filaments-fibre-with-legs-like-that-who-f-g-knows--44293742https://api.spreaker.com/episode/44293742Sun, 11 Apr 2021 17:42:08 +0000Filaments & Fibre1824truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-5-filaments-fibre-pistol-whipped-with-an-hdmi-cable--43985033https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43985033Sun, 21 Mar 2021 11:42:42 +0000Filaments & FibreSteph and Steve bring you another 30 mins of banter about life and their art - they laugh alot - lets hope you do to!2384fibre,filaments,pistol,whippedtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-4-filaments-fibre-same-weight-as-a-newfoundland--43778527https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43778527Sun, 07 Mar 2021 17:52:21 +0000Filaments & FibreSteph and Steve bring you another 30 mins of banter about life and their art - they laugh alot - lets hope you do to!1894and,fibre,filamentstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-3-filaments-fibre-we-don-t-have-a-safe-word--43600681https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43600681Tue, 23 Feb 2021 14:30:30 +0000Filaments & FibreArt, Banter and Laughter - Hopefully2305and,art,banter,fibre,filamentstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-2-filaments-and-fibre-sorry-i-was-playing-with-my-turtle--43332614https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43332614Sun, 07 Feb 2021 12:41:40 +0000Filaments & FibreFilaments and Fibre - Sorry, I was playing with my turtle - Not what you think but more banter from a couple of old duffers with a bit of tech.1977banter,duffer,fibre,filaments,turtletruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/episode-1-filaments-fibre-uneven-load--43092732https://api.spreaker.com/episode/43092732Sun, 24 Jan 2021 13:23:38 +0000Filaments & FibreThe ongoing ramblings from Filaments and Fibre - Steph (3D fibre artist) and Steve (Illuminator) who will be sharing their world of art, banter and hopefully laughter2090art,artist,craft,fibre,gallery,lightingtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/filaments-and-fibre-the-bloomz-special-part-2--42982938https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42982938Mon, 18 Jan 2021 01:05:44 +0000Filaments & FibreSteph and Steve talking about The Bloomz on-line international art show - 29th & 30th January 2021. As promised all unedited continuation The Bloomz Special Part 21921art,bloomz,filamentsandfibre,thebloomztruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/filaments-and-fibre-the-bloomz-special-part-1--42982735https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42982735Mon, 18 Jan 2021 00:38:14 +0000Filaments & FibreSteph and Steve talking about The Bloomz on-line international art show - 29th & 30th January 2021. As promised all unedited (including the Amazon delivery)and we were cut off in our prime after 45 minutes so please go straight onto part 2 to finish...2732truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/introduction-to-filaments-fibre--42783948https://api.spreaker.com/episode/42783948Mon, 04 Jan 2021 14:44:15 +0000Filaments & FibreA brief introduction to Steph (3D fibre artist) and Steve (Illuminator) who will be sharing their world of art, banter and hopefully laughter1279art,arts-and-crafts,artshows,fibre,filament,lamps,sculpturetruefull