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Do I discover a problem?

In this unconventional interview show, producer and host James Deacon wanders through the greenery with a celebrity, as they try to spot metals and have an intimate conversation with themed questions (“What’s the only piece of gold you’ve ever found?”). Sleaford Mods frontman Jason Williamson is the first guest for an hour of meditation and searching for rusty nails. It works best as a visual podcast rather than an audio one. Alexey Duggins
Widely available, weekly episodes

The Ages: Phil Collins

The final season of this personal series focuses on a drummer turned major star. Host Zoe Ball hosts a series that runs from him supporting Peter Gabriel on tour dressed as a fox in an evening gown, to performing his most famous single by a man in a gorilla suit (who was also interviewed). Plus an exclusive conversation with Collins himself. advertisement
BBC Sounds, four episodes available with the final episode on Monday

The lost crypto queen

It’s been six years since the BBC first began broadcasting the intriguing podcast about prolific crypto fraud Dr. Ruja Ignatova. Returning for another four-episode run, host Jimmy Bartlett reveals that the team has had their best lead in years: a thrilling tip-off that sees them turn their attention towards South Africa. Is the search finally over?! Hannah J. Davis
BBC Voices, weekly episodes

History office

Putin had been in command for weeks when four bombs killed more than 300 people in Russia. His government blamed Chechen militants, and the way was set for one of the most significant rises to power in modern history. Helena Merriman talks to reporters about alternative theories that remain dangerous to investigate. Holly Richardson
BBC Voices, weekly episodes

Hanging out with Ant and Dec

The Geordie duo’s first podcast promises to be a loose, chatty listen that feels like spending time with friends. The trailer hears them encouraging fans to get in touch, so they can feature them on the show while pointing out artefacts from their career that litter the space where they will be recording. advertisement
Widely available, weekly episodes

Harry Hill Show

An illustrated podcast that captures the surreal comedy of Harry Hill — and must be downright baffling in the audio-only version (a big-tongued puppet called Licky appears at one point). “You look like a madman in prison playing with things he found on the floor in the cell,” says first guest Stuart Lee, following their escalating, erratic conversations. Great fun. Human resources
Widely available, weekly episodes