Classicist, journalist and man of the world(ist) Freddy Foulston discusses language-learning, padel as an antidote to the male loneliness epidemic, and why fish fingers are the best thing ever. Plus, mad ramblings on squash and the existence of a communal human consciousness.

Jack Barry is one of the best comedians in the UK, and a man firmly in touch with the simple joys of life. In this episode we discuss his life in stand-up, the struggles of living in an ailing society, and one possible remedy: the simple joy of noticing the beauty of the world around you.

Jack's website (Jack's sketches, his stand-up special Don't Happy, Be Worry)

Jack's Instagram (live dates)

What a coup to have the King of England on the show. His Royal Highness and I discuss the best things in life, including Wales, swans and the Duchy of Cornwall.

Have you ever become suddenly aware of the hush of a Sunday? Or of the changing of the seasons? Do you find yourself chuckling to your own thoughts? Nina Follows embodies everything that simple joy is - thoughtfulness, whimsy, and an appreciation for the beauty that surrounds us every day of our lives. In this episode, we unpick the joys of journalling, laughing, dancing, reminiscing and more. What a joy.

Is it OK to feel smug? Elias Formaggia is a Biology graduate from Oxford University, a consultant, a selfless conversationalist and one of my best friends in the world. In this episode, we talk about the importance of appreciating good decisions while curbing the urge to say "I'm better than you", the beauty of life hacks and the simple joy of individuality.

Do you take feedback well? It's not always easy to critically evaluate your own work, nor is it easy to hear someone else pass judgement on it. But often, we don't really hear ourselves speak, and a fresh pair of loving ears can make the world of difference. It's a balance. In this episode, Charlie Hunt and I sit on a mountain in the Dolomites and talk while Charlie sketches. The sketch is by no means an essential listening accessory, but in case you'd like to see what Charlie was drawing while we spoke, you can find it below.

Charlie's Tre Cime Sketch

The company of animals can be one of life's great simple joys - the love we feel for our pets is perhaps the most uncomplicated love we will ever find. In the spirit of that, the guest this week is a semi-fictional dog called Leslie. And also Dog the Cat, a cat called Dog who lives at our house. Enjoy!

Does the thought of the future fire you up or fill you with dread? It's not always easy to know the right thing to do, and you can quickly tie yourself up in knots at a fork in the road. Eddie is a student of product design from Cologne, a good friend and a fellow overthinker. About once a year, Eddie and I put the world to rights - here's what that sounds like.