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Whispers: The Complete Series 1-3: A BBC Radio 4 Comedy Panel Game

"Gyles Brandreth presents the quiz show with scandal on its mind Hosted by the least discreet man in Britain, broadcaster and national treasure Gyles Brandreth, Whispers is the panel game that celebrates all things scurrilous and salacious. Running the gauntlet of gossip are two teams of two guests, who test their wits and wit as they try to tell the difference between fact, fiction and outlandish speculation. In the opening round, they are challenged to work out whether a given allegation is true, false or a 'whisper' (a rumour that was widely circulated, but never proven). Subsequent rounds include 'Scandal of the Week', in which they must flesh out the bare bones of a celebrity biography by buzzing in with the missing information; and 'Loose Connections', where their task is to pinpoint the sensational or bizarre link between two well-known personalities. At the end of each show, five bonus points are allocated to anyone who can identify a fib told by Gyles earlier in the game. Team captains Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy and Lucy Moore are joined by panellists including Lynne Truss, Jennie Bond, Julian Fellowes, Richard Herring, Louise Doughty and John O'Farrell to probe the follies and foibles of the famous and infamous. Did Queen Victoria take cannabis? What's the connection between Salman Rushdie and The Beatles? And was Bonaparte really attacked on his wedding night by Josephine's dog? Find out in the quiz that puts naughty before nice and dishes the dirt on the bad boys and girls of history. Production credits Devised and presented by Gyles Brandreth Written by Nick Hildred and Hugh Rycroft Produced by Elizabeth Freestone and Victoria Lloyd Series 1 featuring: Anthony Holden, Stella Duffy, Rosie Millard, Jenny Colgan, Lynne Truss, Rowan Pelling, Jennie Bond, Geoffrey Durham Series 2 featuring: Anthony Holden, Lucy Moore, Geoffrey Durham, Valerie Grove, Lynne Truss, Michèle Brown, Simon Fanshawe, Charles Collingwood Series 3 featuring: Anthony Holden, Lucy Moore, Penny Junor, Julian Fellowes, Richard Herring, Louise Doughty, Dan Tetsell, John O'Farrell First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 29 October-10 December 2003 (Series 1), 15 September-20 October 2004 (Series 2), 5 October-9 November 2005 (Series 3) © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd."

Gyles Brandreth (Author), Anthony Holden, Charles Collingwood, Dan Tetsell, Geoffrey Durham, Gyles Brandreth, Jennie Bond, Jenny Colgan, John O’farrell, Julian Fellowes, Louise Doughty, Lucy Moore, Lynne Truss, Penny Junor, Richard Herring, Stella Duffy (Narrator)

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The Archers: Vintage Highlights: Classic storylines from the BBC Radio drama

"Classic vintage highlights from the much-loved radio soap The world's longest-running drama, The Archers has delighted audiences ever since its launch on 1 January 1951. Today, over five million fans across generations and across the world tune in, hooked on the epic saga of everyday life in the rural village of Ambridge. This collection takes a look back at the early years of the iconic show, from the 1950s to the 1970s, and follows the fortunes of some of its pivotal characters, including Jack and Peggy Archer, Walter Gabriel, Sid Perks, and Brian and Jennifer Aldridge. Here are some of the most memorable moments from Ambridge's history: Grace Archer's tragic death in a stable fire; Tom Forrest's arrest for manslaughter; the wedding of Tony and Pat; the birth of Phil and Jill's daughter, Elizabeth - and their subsequent worries about her heart; and the shock of Jennifer's illegitimate baby. Also featured is a compilation of farming catastrophes that shaped the lives of the residents, including Dan Archer's devastating discovery of fowl pest in his poultry, plus a selection of Christmas celebrations throughout the years, where we hear tidings of the births of Debbie Aldridge and John Archer and drop in on shows in the village hall. Covering all the major Archers milestones over the first three decades, this compendium of classic highlights offers lifelong listeners an ideal opportunity to relive their favourite storylines, while giving newer fans the perfect chance to catch up with key events from Ambridge's past. Due to the vintage nature of these recordings, the sound quality may vary. Track listing 1. Introduction 2. Grace and Phil 3. George and Nora 4. Walter Gabriel 5. Tom Forrest 6. Phil and Jill (Part 1) 7. Phil and Jill (Part 2) 8. Farming Catastrophes 9. Sid and Polly 10. Jack and Peggy 11. Pat and Tony 12. Brian and Jennifer 13. Christmas in Ambridge Production credits Written by Brian Hayles, Edward J Mason, Keith Miles, Bruno Milna, William Smethurst, David Turner and Geoffrey Webb Produced by Tony Shryane Editor: Godfrey Baseley Cast includes: Peggy Archer - Thelma Rogers/June Spencer Jack Archer - Dennis Folwell Doris Archer - Gwen Berryman Grace Fairbrother/Archer - Ysanne Churchman Tom Forrest - Bob Arnold Walter Gabriel - Chris Gittins Nelson Gabriel - Jack May Dan Archer - Harry Oakes/Monte Crick/Edgar Harrison Phil Archer - Norman Painting Jill Archer - Patricia Greene Sid Perks - Alan Devereux Polly Mead/Perks - Hilary Newcombe George Barford - Graham Roberts Christine Archer - Lesley Saweard Nora McAuley - Julia Mark Brian Aldridge - Charles Collingwood Jennifer Archer/Aldridge - Angela Piper Carol Grey - Anne Cullen Pat Lewis/Archer - Patricia Gallimore Tony Archer - Colin Skipp Lilian Archer - Margaret Lane/Elizabeth Marlowe First broadcast March 1952-December 1982 on the BBC Home Service, BBC Light Programme and BBC Radio 4 © 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2022 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Various (Author), Alan Devereux, Angela Piper, Charles Collingwood, Colin Skipp, Dennis Folwell, Full Cast, Norman Painting, Patricia Gallimore, Ysanne Churchman (Narrator)

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Stilgoe's Around: A BBC Radio 4 Comedy show

"Songs, sketches and stand-up, recorded in front of a live audience on location Songwriter, broadcaster and award-winning entertainer Sir Richard Stilgoe goes out, about and around Britain in this amusing musical revue, which finds him taking a wry look at the pastimes and professions of our wayward island. In the company of a troupe of star guests including Sandi Toksvig, Emma Thompson, Kathryn Tickell, Pam Ayres and John Hegley, he visits locations ranging from the Boat Show to the City of London to perform a unique themed comedy show full of fun and laughter. Join him for some musings on booze at the World Wine Fair; a low-calorie look at life at Champney's heath spa; a selection of music, poems and stories about farmyard life inspired by the Royal Agricultural Show. He also takes a Stilgoe-style look at education at Manchester Grammar School, dispels the myths around money-making in the City of London, samples the grandeur of the National Trust's Clandon Park, and the results of sound testing at Guy's Hospital, London. Please Note: These classic recordings were made between 1984 and 1989 and the content of the programme reflects the era in which it was broadcast. Cast and credits Written and presented by Richard Stilgoe Produced by Mike Craig and Neil Cargill Series 1 episodes: The Boat Show; Manchester Grammar School; The World Wine Fair, Bristol; Champney's Health Hydro and Guy's Hospital. Featuring: Sheila Steafel, Charles Collingwood, the Cambridge Buskers, Peter Wheeler, Sandi Toksvig, Emma Thompson Series 2 episodes: City of London; Clandon Park; Christie's Auction Rooms; Brighton Racecourse; The Royal Agricultural Show; Whitehall Theatre Featuring: Charles Collingwood, Belinda Lang, Tim Pigott-Smith, Kathryn Tickell, Peter Blake, Jill Meager, Ian Carr, Lynn Tocker, Francesca Brill First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 9 April-14 May1984 (Series 1), 8 July-12 August 1989 (Series 2) ©2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Richard Stilgoe (Author), Belinda Lang, Charles Collingwood, Emma Thompson, Full Cast, Richard Stilgoe, Sandi Toksvig, Tim Pigott-Smith (Narrator)

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The Archers Ambridge Affair: Heartache At Home Farm

"An extraordinary tale of desire, betrayal and death from Britain's longest running and best loved radio serial. Wealthy, philandering gentleman farmer Brian Aldridge embarked on a casual fling with freelance translator Siobhan Hathaway, but what ensued was the most explosive affair in the history of Ambridge. After a series of secret trysts, Siobhan got pregnant, and the whole affair came out into the open. Although devastated, Brian's wife Jennifer stood by her man, and promised to forgive him as long as his mistress left Ambridge forever. Siobhan embarked on a new life in Germany taking with her baby Ruari, the son that Brian had always wanted. For a while, it seemed as though the Aldridge family could get back to normal: until Siobhan returned with devastating news that looked set to turn everyone's lives upside down... For the Archers faithful and those who are joining the residents of Ambridge for the first time, this epic saga makes for compelling listening."

Various (Author), Angela Piper, Caroline Lennon, Charles Collingwood, Full Cast (Narrator)

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