
The episode features reviews of 'Jackass: Best & Last', '500 Miles', and 'A Private Life', along with an interview with Pierre Coffin.
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Hosts: Mark, Simon
Guest: Pierre Coffin
Organizations: Minions, Sony Music Entertainment
Books & works: Jackass: Best & Last, 500 Miles, A Private Life
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