Show overview
Taskmaster The Podcast has been publishing since 2020, and across the 6 years since has built a catalogue of 272 episodes, alongside 2 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 270 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a weekly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 55 min and 1h 6m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. Roughly 54% of episodes carry an explicit flag from the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Comedy show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 26 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Avalon.
From the publisher
This is the official Taskmaster podcast, hosted by former champion and chickpea lover, Ed Gamble. Each week, released straight after the show is broadcast on Channel 4, Ed will be joined by a special guest to dissect and discuss the latest episode. Past contestants, little Alex Horne, and even the Taskmaster himself will feature in this brand-new podcast from the producers of the BAFTA-winning comedy show.
Latest Episodes
View all 272 episodesTaskmaster the Podcast *Best of Series 21* Part One
Taskmaster The People's Podcast - The Whole Hilt With a Kilt - S21, Ep.10 *GRAND FINAL*
*Series 21 Winner* Series 21 Ep 10
Kumail Nanjiani - Series 21 Ep.9
Jason Mantzoukas - Series 21 Ep.8
John Kearns - Series 21 Ep.7
Amy Gledhill - Series 21 Ep.6
Joel Dommett - Series 21 Ep.5
Jenny Eclair - Series 21 Ep.4
Joanna Page - Series 21 Ep.3
Armando Iannucci - Series 21 Ep.2
Phil Ellis - Series 21 Ep.1
Taskmaster The Podcast Rewind - Series 3 Ep3. With Katy Wix
This week, we rewind to 2021 to revisit Ed’s chat with the brilliant comedian, actor, and writer Katy Wix.Ed and Katy dive into Episode 3 of Series 3, breaking it down task by task. They take a closer look at the flag meal challenge, the chaos of Twister, and debate why glitter poo might not be such a bad thing after all.Enjoy!Catch up on Taskmaster at channel4.com For all your Taskmaster goodies visit Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster the Podcast Rewind - Series 1 Ep.4 With Nicola Coughlan
This week we are rewinding back to 2021! Ed is joined by star of Derry Girls, Bridgerton and of course The Taskmaster New Year's Treat 2020 - it's Nicola Coughlan! The pair discuss Nicola's love for the show and how much she enjoyed doing the NY special - despite some questionable decisions from Greg. They also take a deep dive in to Episode 4 of Series 1. This episode includes the ice task, getting to 11 points and some special moments for Josh. Enjoy! To catch up on all the great series and New Year's Treats visit channel4.com Visit the Taskmaster Youtube channel www.youtube.com/taskmaster For all your Taskmaster goodies visit taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster Live on Stage - New York Night #2
If you weren't lucky enough to be there is person here is your chance to listen to Alex & Greg's second night in NYC! The pair are hosted by Josh Gondelman who reads out some brilliant audience questions, including one from his wife! To catch up on all things Taskmaster visit channel4.comFor all the latest Taskmaster news visit Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster Live on Stage - New York Night #1
Here is a second helping of Taskmaster Live on Stage in the US and this time Greg and Alex are in NYC! Once again they are hosted by Josh Gondelman who reads out some brilliant audience questions!To catch up on all things Taskmaster visit channel4.comFor all the latest Taskmaster news visit Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster Live on Stage - Washington D.C.
Ready for some Greg & Alex live action? Well look know more...Taskmaster Live on Stage in Washington, D.C. took place on January 21, 2026, at the Warner Theatre. On the Podcast this week you can listen to the Q&A part of the show which was hosted by the brilliant Josh Gondelman. Listen to Greg Alex talk about all things TM plus some updates on their US trip! To catch up on Taskmaster visit channel4.com For all your latest Taskmaster news visit Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster The Podcast Rewind - Series 4 Ep4. With Mel Giedroyc
We've gone back to 2021 for this week's rewind podcast! Joining Ed this week is the brilliant Mel Giedroyc! Ed and Mel discuss the vegetable prize task at length, she talks about the lime shoe and Ed reveals that Alex wore a different tie for each of Mel's tasks! Mel also shares what she did with the wax seals and how Desky Dennis helped her plan a cycle ride. As well as this they dig deep in to Series 4 Episode 4, enjoy!Watch all of Taskmaster on Channel.com Keep up to date with all the latest Taskmaster news at Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster The Podcast Rewind - Series 3 Ep2. With Al Murray
We are going all the way back to series 3 and in this Epsiode Ed is joined by comedian, podcaster and TM Uber fan, the brilliant Al Murray! Al discusses his TM expenses on the show, why it's good to have a 'Gong Man' and what it is he loves about the programme. He also reveals that he wishes he held out for a 10 episode series! You can catch up on all of Taskmaster at channel4.com Get all the latest TM news at Taskmaster.tv
Taskmaster The Podcast Rewind - Series 2 Ep 4. With Kerry Godliman
This week we revisit our first episode with the Bosh Queen, Kerry Godliman! Ed spoke with Kerry back in 2021 before the CofC was decided and before Richard Herring took the trophy! On this Epsiode they discussed the laminator prize task, sausage or finger, human tapas and how Kerry might feel about filling in for Greg! Catch up on Taskmaster on Channel4.com For all your TM news visit Tasmaster.tv