Audiobooks Narrated by James Smith

The Thick of It: The Complete BBC TV Soundtracks

"Revisit your favourite moments from the cult political comedy with this audio collection of the complete TV soundtracks Described as ‘the 21st century’s answer to Yes Minister’, this scabrous satire set in the corridors of the British government ran for four series between 2005 and 2012. It won numerous awards, including five BAFTAs, and is frequently ranked among the greatest TV shows of all time. Following the relationships between successive government ministers, their advisors and the media, it takes us behind the scenes at the Department of Social Affairs and Citizenship (DoSac), as a succession of hapless MPs — including Nicola Murray (Rebecca Front) and Peter Mannion (Roger Allam) — go head-to-head with Number Ten's ferocious, foul-mouthed enforcer, Malcolm Tucker (Peter Capaldi). Trying to keep them out of trouble are SpAds Ollie Reeder (Chris Addison) and Glenn Cullen (James Smith), and press secretary Terri Coverley (Joanna Scanlan). Featuring the complete Series 1-4 of the hit show, plus the three Specials, this soundtrack collection brings you all their political machinations and omnishambles to listen to on the go. So prepare to immerse yourself in government embarrassment, ministerial cock-ups, policy U-turns, Coalition rows, backroom deals and back-stabbing, as the DoSac team are caught up in a whirlwind of wild media speculation, career-ending scandal and frantic spin-doctoring... 'You should pick up this complete collection, because – well, look around you. If your life doesn’t need the tonic of 13 hours of skewering the people in charge of the country, you may just possibly be dead.' Mass Movement Magazine NB: Contains strong language and adult humour Production credits Devised by Armando Iannucci Written by Armando Iannucci, Jesse Armstrong, Sam Bain, Simon Blackwell, Rob Colley, Roger Drew, Dan Gaster, Sean Gray, Ian Martin, Georgia Pritchett, David Quantick, Tony Roche and Will Smith Produced by Adam Tandy and Armando Iannucci Directed by Armando Iannucci, Natalie Bailey, Billy Sneddon, Becky Martin, Chris Addison and Tony Roche Executive producers: Jon Plowman, Mark Freeland, Armando Iannucci and Andy Forssell Edited by Billy Sneddon, David Frisby and Ant Boys Production designer: Simon Rogers Cast Malcolm Tucker – Peter Capaldi Ollie Reeder – Chris Addison Glenn Cullen – James Smith Terri Coverley – Joanna Scanlan Hugh Abbott – Chris Langham Nicola Murray – Rebecca Front Peter Mannion – Roger Allam Angela Heaney – Lucinda Raikes Dan Miller – Tony Gardner Robyn Murdoch – Polly Kemp Jamie – Paul Higgins Julius Nicholson – Alex Macqueen Ben Swain – Justin Edwards Stewart Pearson – Vincent Franklin Emma Messenger – Olivia Poulet Phil Smith – Will Smith Adam Kenyon – Ben Willbond Fergus Williams – Geoffrey Streatfeild Helen Hatley – Rebecca Gethings Series 1, 2 and Specials first broadcast BBC Four: 19 May-2 June 2005 (Series 1), 20 October-3 November 2005 (Series 2), 2 January 2007 (‘The Rise of the Nutters’), 3 July 2007 (‘Spinners and Losers’, ‘Opposition Extra’) Series 3 and 4 first broadcast BBC Two: 24 October-12 December 2009 (Series 3), 8 September-27 October 2012 (Series 4) © 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P) 2026 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Armando Iannucci (Author), Chris Addison, Full Cast, James Smith, Joanna Scanlan, Peter Capaldi, Rebecca Front, Roger Allam (Narrator)

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How to Be Confident: The new book from the international number 1 bestselling author

"From two times number one Sunday Times bestselling author, James Smith, comes HOW TO BE CONFIDENT – the third instalment in James’ no-nonsense guides to gaining the tools to empower your decision-making and change your life. Now, more than ever, we are so often lost within a cycle of negativity – from comparing ourselves to others and doom scrolling on social media, to a paralysis of choice and chasing external gratification that does nothing to nurture authentic happiness. We need confidence to master our true ambitions, realise our genuine strengths, and achieve the life we need, but might not know we want. Luckily, with his candid, no-nonsense advice, experience, and passion, James is here to lead the way."

James Smith (Author), James Smith (Narrator)

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The Benefits of Christ

"The Benefits of Christ was arguably the most popular book of the short lived Italian Reformation. It is estimated that 40,000 to 80,000 copies were printed between 1541-1548, of which very few remain today due to the fact that most were burned once the title was placed on the list of prohibited books during the Inquisition. The treatise was originally published anonymously under the title Trattato Ultilissimo Del Beneficio Di Geisu Christo Crocifisso, and was for a few hundred years mistakenly attributed to Aonio Paleario (1503-1570), a martyr for the Reformation cause in Italy. But most scholars now agree, based on records from the Inquisition itself, that the “Trattato” was written by Don Benedetto, a student of the Spanish Reformer Juan de Valdes (1498?-1541) and friend of Peter Martyr Vermigli (1499- 1562).  The subjects of this booklet include original sin, the purpose of the Law, our salvation depends upon Christ, the effects of living faith, clothed with Christ, and remedies against unbelief."

Don Benedetto (Author), James Smith (Narrator)

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Not a Life Coach: Push Your Boundaries. Unlock Your Potential. Redefine Your Life.

"The follow up to James Smith’s international number one bestseller, Not a Diet Book. - Do you love your job? - Does your future excite you? - Are your relationships working for you? James Smith is back to challenge everything you thought you knew about the path to fulfilment and happiness. With hard-hitting home truths and a helping of tough love, be prepared to re-set your outlook, redefine your goals and truly consider: What does SUCCESS truly mean to you? Now, more than ever, is the time to take back control. Time to stop sleep-walking through your life; to challenge the status quo; and to truly ask yourself if you’re on the right path to success, happiness and fulfilment. Only you can take the reins of your own life and choose to make a change, but with invaluable experience, a hunger for genuine happiness, and a drive to be the kind of coach he needed when his life was broken, James can give you the tools to do it."

James Smith (Author), James Smith (Narrator)

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Not a Diet Book: Take Control. Gain Confidence. Change Your Life.

"*The No.1 Sunday Times Bestseller Are you ready to change your life? Are you sick of always wearing black and getting undressed in the dark? Are you fixated with a number on the scales? Are you afraid to step into the gym and commit to a routine? Is your confidence at an all-time low? Is all of this having a negative impact on your life, relationships and happiness? James Smith is armed with every tool you’ll ever need to achieve incredible results – from dieting, training and staying in shape to identifying the fads, cons and nonsense that get in the way of genuine lasting progress. Learn to reset your current mindset and attitude towards your diet and training, with chapters covering: • Fat loss versus muscle gain • Metabolism and ‘body types’ • Protein targets and calorie tracking • Common fitness fallacies • Female fat loss • Supplements • Training versus exercising • The importance of sleep • Forming habits This book will put you back in control. It is not a fad diet or a short-term training plan. It will empower you to adopt better habits that will allow you to take charge of your life."

James Smith (Author), James Smith (Narrator)

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