The All or Nothing with Billy Moore
Author and ex-prisoner Billy Moore documents the raw reality of UK streets through spontaneous, unfiltered conversations with locals.
A 'man-on-the-street' documentary series where host Billy Moore walks through towns and cities across the UK, from Rhyl to Manchester. He initiates spontaneous, on-the-spot interviews with passersby, capturing a ground-level view of modern Britain. The show focuses on social issues like homelessness, addiction, and crime, but also the general atmosphere and personal histories of the people he meets.
“Its defining feature is its raw, unpredictable nature. Filmed entirely on public streets, the podcast captures genuine, unscripted moments, from empathetic conversations about deep trauma to tense, personal confrontations. This on-the-ground format provides a stark contrast to traditional interview podcasts.”
Who hosts this show
Billy Moore is the author of the best-selling memoir 'A Prayer Before Dawn', which details his experiences with addiction and incarceration in Thailand's notorious Klong Prem prison. The book was adapted into a critically acclaimed film of the same name. This podcast extends his work of documenting real stories from real people, taking to the streets of various UK towns to capture unvarnished accounts of modern life from the people living it.
Credentials & credits
- Author ('A Prayer Before Dawn', 'Fighting For My Life')
- Former Muay Thai boxer
- Subject of the film 'A Prayer Before Dawn'
- Advocate for anti-knife crime initiatives
- Motivational speaker and drug counselor
Other ventures
- A Prayer Before Dawn (Book)
- Fighting For My Life (Book)
- A Prayer Before Dawn (Film)
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
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- 02
- 03
- 04
- 05
- 06
- 07
- 08
Notable episodes
- 01MANCHESTER - Man Attacked Me From Behind!!
Features the host being unexpectedly assaulted on camera and his subsequent confrontation with the attacker, highlighting the show's unpredictable nature.
- 02OLDHAM - It Gets Lively Round Here!
Showcases the podcast's range, featuring an empathetic interview with a young homeless woman and a hopeful conversation with a man running a community program for ex-offenders.
- 03RHYL - Don’t Film Me You Absolute P***K
A prime example of the format, where a walking tour leads to a tense confrontation, a bizarre story from men outside a police station, and an in-depth talk with a machete attack survivor.
What you'll be asked on this show
Moore's interview style is defined by its immediacy and directness. He often opens by asking a simple, location-based question like "Have you got any positives to say about Oldham?" or inquiring about a visible event. He probes into sensitive areas with blunt but often empathetic questions, such as asking about self-harm scars or how long someone has been homeless. He builds rapport through a shared understanding of hardship and a non-judgmental posture, sometimes offering money or food. Encounters can also be confrontational, as Moore doesn't shy away from conflict. There is no signature closing question; he typically ends conversations by wishing the person well and 'moving on'.
This is a single-host, 'man-on-the-street' video podcast. Moore approaches people at random, using a direct, conversational style to quickly build rapport. Each episode is a walking tour of a specific town, punctuated by these impromptu interviews and Moore's own observations, often bookended by his signature opening and closing shout-outs to subscribers.
Questions the host keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when the host reaches for it.
personal
4- Q.01
“Have you got any positives to say about this town?”
A common opening question used to gauge a local's immediate perception of their area.
- Q.02
“How have you been getting on since we last spoke?”
Used when he re-encounters someone featured in a previous video to follow up on their story.
- Q.03
“What issues have you faced in your life?”
A broad, open-ended question to invite guests to share their personal struggles and backstory.
- Q.04
“Can you explain what you just told me?”
Used to have a guest repeat a compelling story for the camera after an off-mic conversation.
controversy
2- Q.01
“What's going on here today?”
Asked when encountering a police operation, protest, or other public event to get context from participants or bystanders.
- Q.02
“What do you think the main problem is here?”
He asks this during social or political tensions to understand a person's perspective on the root cause.
origin
2- Q.01
“Where are you from?”
A frequent icebreaker, often prompted by noticing a particular accent.
- Q.02
“How long have you been on the streets?”
A direct question posed to homeless individuals to understand the timeline of their situation.
advice
1- Q.01
“How do you think we could change what's going on?”
A follow-up question, particularly during protests, to ask for proposed solutions to societal problems.
process
1- Q.01
“What's this pub/estate like?”
He asks for local knowledge to get an insider's opinion on the character of a specific place.
Signature segments
- · Opening greeting: "Yes everyone, hope we're all good."
- · Subscriber shout-out: "A big shout out to everyone out there who likes, shares, comments, and subscribes..."
- · Transition phrase: "Moving on."
- · Man-on-the-street interviews
- · Walking tours of UK towns
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are not booked; they are everyday people encountered by chance on the street. They include homeless individuals, local residents, community workers, people struggling with addiction, and participants in public events like protests.
- Declanon MANCHESTER - Man Attacked Me From Behind!! Multiple Arrests & Undercovers Everywhere!!
- Wesleyon OLDHAM - It Gets Lively Round Here! The Most Socially & Economically Deprived Area In Oldham!
- Chloeon OLDHAM - It Gets Lively Round Here! The Most Socially & Economically Deprived Area In Oldham!
- Dannyon RHYL - Don’t Film Me You Absolute P***K The Thrill In Rhyl Is Finished!! The Best It’s Ever Been!
- Jake Rattlesnakeon BIRMINGHAM - Darren Gee Wants A Straightener!! Britain First Protest! We Call Out Our Own Wronguns!!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
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People also ask
- What is Billy Moore's background?
- Billy Moore is an author and former boxer from Liverpool, best known for his memoir 'A Prayer Before Dawn', which was adapted into a film about his time in a Thai prison.
- What is the format of the podcast?
- It's a 'man-on-the-street' style video podcast where Billy Moore walks through UK towns and conducts spontaneous interviews with people he meets.
- Is the show still active?
- Yes, based on the metadata, the show appears to release episodes on a near-daily basis.
- How can I be a guest on the show?
- Guests are not pre-booked. They are chosen spontaneously by the host from people he encounters while filming on the street.
- Where can I watch the podcast?
- The podcast is available on the YouTube channel 'The All or Nothing with Billy Moore'.
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- [01]The All or Nothing with Billy Moore - YouTubeyoutube.com
- [02]Billy Moore (boxer) - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [03]A Prayer Before Dawn: A Nightmare in Thailand by Billy Moore | Goodreadsgoodreads.com
- [04]Billy Moore - Hachette Australiahachette.com.au
- [05]An Interview with Billy Moore who wrote A Prayer Before Dawn - Prisoners Abroadprisonersabroad.org.uk
- [06]A Prayer Before Dawn Audiobook by Billy Moore - Audibleaudible.com
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