Audiobooks narrated by Bill Oddie

Sounds Natural: A BBC Radio 4 nature series

"Derek Jones meets celebrities with a love of wildlife in these 38 episodes from the classic nature-themed interview show Between 1970 and 1980, broadcaster Derek Jones invited a host of famous names to chat about their enthusiasm for nature and their encounters with animals. Delving into the BBC Sound Archive to select some of their favourite natural history recordings, they reveal their hitherto unknown passions – from birds and butterflies to the countryside and conservation. In these specially selected shows, Brian Blessed talks about his fascination with dinosaurs, keeping big cats and overcoming his fear of mountaineering, Bing Crosby tells us about wildfowling, ‘Mister Meadowlark’, naming racehorses and landing salmon; distinguished actress Dame Flora Robson speaks of her years in Hollywood, and her worries that the Los Angeles smog is killing the local flora and fauna; and Goon Show stars Harry Secombe and Spike Milligan let us in on their love for travel and wildlife photography (Harry) and ridiculous animal noises and names (Spike). Many of Jones’ guests share an interest in twitching, including Eric Morecambe, who relates how his curiosity about birds began when he went fishing with his father in Morecambe Bay, and Bobby Charlton, who developed his bird-spotting hobby while becoming a Manchester United legend. Humphrey Lyteltton reminisces about observing birds on holidays in North Wales, on tour with the band and in his back garden, and Peter Cushing recalls rescuing red shanks and watching oystercatchers and whimbrels on the Kent estuary with his late wife Helen. And, thirty years before Springwatch was a twinkle in Auntie’s eye, Bill Oddie confesses that when he wasn’t busy being a Goodie, he was busy birdwatching. Whether they’re mad about ornithology or hooked on angling, every one of the celebrities featured has a wealth of compelling personal stories to share, and fascinating insights to impart. Part natural history show, part nostalgic memoir, this wonderfully entertaining series is sure to inspire and delight. Cast and credits Presented by Derek Jones Produced by John Burton and Michael Bowen Guests in episode order: Robert Dougall, Cyril Fletcher, Nigel Stock, Kenneth Allsop, Humphrey Lyttelton, Percy Edwards, Peter Cushing, Barbara Mullen, Virginia McKenna & Bill Travers, Spike Milligan, Bernard Cribbins, Marghanita Laski, Adam Faith, Roger Whittaker, Flora Robson, Derek Nimmo, James Robertson Justice, Bobby Charlton, Bill Oddie, Susan Hampshire, Brian Blessed, Derek Waring, Sir Martin Furnival-Jones, Eddie Braben, Eric Morecambe, Henry Longhurst, Harry Secombe, Lord Home of The Hirsel, Bing Crosby, Eva Rueber-Staier, Esmond Knight, Andrew Sachs, Frank Thornton, Dulcie Gray, Norman Thelwell, HRH Prince Bernhard of The Netherlands, The Marquess of Bath, Windsor Davies First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 from 3 May 1971 to 10 December 1980. © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Derek Jones (Author), Andrew Sachs, Bill Oddie, Bing Crosby, Bobby Charlton, Brian Blessed, Derek Jones, Spike Milligan, Various (Narrator)

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Tweet of the Day: A Year of British Birds

"The complete first series of Tweet of the Day, with introductions by Sir David Attenborough, Chris Packham, Kate Humble and many others. First heard every weekday morning at 5.58am on BBC Radio 4, Tweet of the Day captured the imagination of early risers and bird lovers, proving so popular that it was named Radio Programme of the Year 2014. Each episode begins with a bird call or song, followed by fascinating ornithological detail about its owner. This collection contains every edition from the first series, British Birds. The songs of over 260 birds can be heard over the course of a year, from the Cuckoo's call in spring to the summer seaside sound of the Herring Gull, the autumn song of the Robin and the Song Thrush's voice of hope in the depths of winter. Featuring a mix of native birds, such asthe Blackbird and Tawny Owl, and migrant visitors including the Icterine Warbler and Ortolan Bunting, the series provides memorable insight into their behaviour and habits, explains their literary or folkloric associations, and tells stories of scientific or conservation success. Presented by wildlife experts including Miranda Krestovnikoff, Steve Backshall, Michaela Strachan, Brett Westwood, Chris Watson, Martin Hughes-Games, John Aitchison and Bill Oddie, Tweet of the Day is a treat for the ears."

Bbc Natural History Radio (Author), Bill Oddie, Brett Westwood, Chris Packham, David Attenborough, John Aitchison, Kate Humble, Liz Bonnin, Martin Hughes-Games, Michaela Strachan, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Steve Backshall (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Highlights: Selected Sketches from the Classic BBC Radio Comedy

"A facsimile edition of the original 1978 LP of sketches and songs from the cult BBC Radio comedy Starring Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie, this download edition of the 1978 LP brings you right back to the world of I’m Sorry, I’ll Read That Again. Who better to introduce this edition than David Hatch? From the 1978 LP case: “The programme having ceased recording in 1973, this quite clearly must be the right time to bring out an L.P. Even the cast can’t remember the show. I vaguely remember that John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor, Bill Oddie, Graeme Garden and Jo Kendall were in it, and if memory serves, Dave Lee had something to do with the music. Oh, by the way, it’s supposed to be a funny show. I should imagine most of the jokes will have been cut out by the producer (that’s me) before transmission because they were dirty or libellous or something (they’re in a suitcase at home) or those that crept through are now out of date and incomprehensible. If I were you I should treat this record as a social document of our times, containing in its 40 minutes an insight into how Bill Oddie and Graeme Garden, with their very limited brain, viewed the universe. Who needs Lord Clark on Civilisation when you can pinch this from a record shop? PUT IT BACK!” – David Hatch Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Sketches include: “Full Frontal Radio”, “Prune Manifesto”, “Buffers”, “Critics”, “Motoring Flash”, “Quickie”, “Honours List”, “News in Welsh”, “Minority Programmes”, “Home This Afternoon A Go Go”, “News Flash”, “Listening to the Flowers”, “Talent Contest”, “Eddie Waring Impersonation”, “Sick Man’s Blues” & “Taming of the Shrew” Cast and credits Starring Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie Written by Graeme Garden and Bill Oddie With music and songs by Bill Oddie and Dave Lee, arrangement by Leon Cohen Sound by Max Alcock, edited by Bert Fisher Radio production by David Hatch and Peter Titheradge, record production by David Hatch With special thanks to John Cassels and Bob Oliver Rogers ©2011 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2011 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Various Authors (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Volume 4: Four Classic BBC Radio Episodes

"A fourth volume of episodes from the cult BBC Radio comedy Described by Barry Took as 'a kaleidoscope of funny voices, catch phrases, and innuendo, revolving at breakneck speed and with a complete disregard for logic', the sketch comedy I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again ran for 8 successful years on BBC Radio and quickly developed a devoted youth following. Live tapings of the show enjoyed very lively audiences, a tradition that continued into the spinoff show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Enjoy two more episodes plus the 2-part hour-long 25th Anniversary Special from 1989, presenting the comic talents of Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Episode guide Note: None of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and reference the final sketch of each show. - “Song of the South” 2 December 1973 - “The Colditz Story” 23 December 1973 - “The 25th Anniversary Special” 25 December 1989 Cast and credits Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie Written by Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie, Jo Kendall and Lizzie Lord With music and songs by Bill Oddie, Liam Cohen and Dave Lee Produced by David Hatch, John Cassels and Richard Willcox ©2006 BBC Audiobooks Ltd (P)2009 BBC Audiobooks Ltd"

BBC Audio (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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One Flew into the Cuckoo's Egg

"Who...? Had two singles banned by the BBC? Rode on the back seat of the Goodies' trandem? Was known to Spanish rugby fans as 'El Pape' because of his bald patch? Has been hospitalised three time suffering from clinical depression? Has written an autobiography that is as witty, candid and unconventional as the man himself? The answer to all of the above and more is Bill Oddie."

Bill Oddie (Author), Bill Oddie (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Volume 5: Four Classic BBC Radio Episodes

"Four further episodes from the cult BBC Radio comedy Return to the world of Radio Prune, described by Barry Took as 'a kaleidoscope of funny voices, catch phrases, and innuendo, revolving at breakneck speed and with a complete disregard for logic', the sketch comedy I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again ran for 8 successful years on BBC Radio and quickly developed a devoted youth following. Live tapings of the show enjoyed very lively audiences, a tradition that continued into the spinoff show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Enjoy four more episodes in this fifth volume presenting the comic talents of Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Episode guide Note: None of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and reference the final sketch of each show. - “Bunny & Claude” 14 April 1968 - “Dentisti” 21 April 1968 - “Incompetence: The Story of the Arkwright Family” 5 May 1968 - “Star Trek” 18 November 1973 Cast and credits Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie Written by Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie, Tim Brooke-Taylor and Simon Brett With music and songs by Bill Oddie, Leon Cohen, Dave Lee and the boys Produced by David Hatch, Bob Oliver Rogers and Peter Titheradge ©2007 BBC Audiobooks Ltd (P)2007 BBC Audiobooks Ltd"

BBC Audiobooks (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Volume 3: Four Classic BBC Radio Episodes

"Even more episodes from the cult BBC Radio comedy Described by Barry Took as 'a kaleidoscope of funny voices, catch phrases, and innuendo, revolving at breakneck speed and with a complete disregard for logic', the sketch comedy I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again ran for 8 successful years on BBC Radio and quickly developed a devoted youth following. Live tapings of the show enjoyed very lively audiences, a tradition that continued into the spinoff show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Enjoy this third volume presenting the comic talents of Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Episode guide Note: None of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and reference the final sketch of each show. - “The Harder They Fall” 19 April 1970 - “Greek Tragedy” 3 May 1970 - “Lawrence of the Antarctic on Ice” 4 November 1973 - “Jack the Ripper” 11 November 1973 Cast and credits Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie Written by Graeme Garden and Bill Oddie With music and songs by Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie, Liam Cohen and Dave Lee Produced by David Hatch, Peter Titheradge, John Cassels and Bob Oliver Rogers ©1995, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD (P)1995, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD"

BBC Audio (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Volume 1: Four Classic BBC Radio Episodes

"Four hilarious episodes from the cult BBC Radio comedy Step into the world of Radio Prune, described by Barry Took as 'a kaleidoscope of funny voices, catch phrases, and innuendo, revolving at breakneck speed and with a complete disregard for logic', the sketch comedy I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again ran for 8 successful years on BBC Radio and quickly developed a devoted youth following. Live tapings of the show enjoyed very lively audiences, a tradition that continued into the spinoff show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Enjoy this fine live showcase presenting the comic talents of Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Episode guide Note: None of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and reference the final sketch of each show. - “Prep Show 01” 3 April 1964 - “Julius Caesar” 9 May 1966 - “Operation Chocolate” 26 May 1968 - “Macbeth” 9 June 1968 Cast and credits Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall, Bill Oddie and Anthony Buffery. Written by Graeme Garden, Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, David Hatch, Jo Kendall, Bill Oddie and Anthony Buffery, Alan Hutchinson, Eric Idle and Derek Farmer. With music and songs by Bill Oddie, Hugh Macdonald, Dave Lee, Eric Idle, John Cameron and Liam Cohen Produced by David Hatch, Humphrey Barclay and Peter Titheradge ©1989, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD (P)1989, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD"

BBC Audio (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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I'm Sorry I'll Read That Again: Volume 2: Four Classic BBC Radio Episodes

"Four more episodes from the cult BBC Radio comedy Described by Barry Took as 'a kaleidoscope of funny voices, catch phrases, and innuendo, revolving at breakneck speed and with a complete disregard for logic', the sketch comedy I'm Sorry, I'll Read That Again ran for 8 successful years on BBC Radio and quickly developed a devoted youth following. Live tapings of the show enjoyed very lively audiences, a tradition that continued into the spinoff show I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue. Enjoy this second showcase presenting the comic talents of Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie. Warning: contains strong language and humour that reflects the era in which it was first broadcast. Episode guide Note: None of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and reference the final sketch of each show. - “The Canterbury Tales” 22 February 1970 - “The Telephone” 1 March 1970 - “The 3.17 to Cleethorpes” 22 March 1970 - “Jorrocks: Memoirs of a Foxhunting Man” 5 April 1970 Cast and credits Stars Tim Brooke-Taylor, John Cleese, Graeme Garden, David Hatch, Jo Kendall and Bill Oddie Written by Graeme Garden, Bill Oddie and Tim Brooke-Taylor With music and songs by Graeme Garden, Liam Cohen and Dave Lee Produced by David Hatch and Peter Titheradge ©1992, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD (P)1992, 2001 BBC Audiobooks LTD"

BBC Audio (Author), Bill Oddie, David Hatch, Full Cast, Graeme Garden, Jo Kendall, John Cleese, Tim Brooke-Taylor (Narrator)

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Audiobooks Narrated by Bill Oddie