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The Navy Lark: Series 1 and 2: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The first two series of the vintage seafaring comedy One of BBC Radio's most popular and long-running sitcoms, The Navy Lark sailed the airwaves for an impressive 13 series between 1959 and 1977. Included here are the complete Series 1 and 2, featuring the madcap escapades of the merry crew of HMS Troutbridge, a Royal Navy frigate based on an unnamed island just off Portsmouth. It's laughs ahoy as we meet conniving Chief Petty Officer Jon Pertwee, silly-ass Sub-Lieutenant Leslie Phillips, put-upon Commander 'Thunderguts' Povey (Richard Caldicot) and the constantly bemused 'Number One' (Dennis Price in Series 1 and Stephen Murray in Series 2). Below decks Ronnie Barker is just about working his passage as (Un)Able Seaman 'Fatso' Johnson, while Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates are making mischief in a variety of roles - and keeping them all on their toes is Wren Heather Chasen. Superbly remastered and restored, these 42 classic shows are as hilarious as when they were first broadcast - so jump on deck and enjoy the maritime mirth, mayhem and misadventure! NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Dennis Price, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Pamela Buck and June Tobin Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 1 The Missing Jeep 29 March 1959 Operation Fag End 5 April 1959 Number One's Chair 12 April 1959 The Fairground Lights 19 April 1959 The Comfort Fund 26 April 1959 Stuck up the Inlet 3 May 1959 The Admiral's Party 10 May 1959 The Hank of Heather 17 May 1959 The Multiple Mines 24 May 1959 The Gun Mechanism Test 31 May 1959 The Whittlesea Bay Yacht Regatta 7June 1959 The Psychology Test 14 June 1959 A Watch on the Initiative Test 21 June 1959 An Exercise in Filming 28 June 1959 The Smuggling Spy 5 July 1959 The Whittlesea Carnival and Fête 12 July 1959 Series 2 New at the Helm 16 October 1959 Fatso's Box Brownie 23 October 1959 Bringing Back the Barge 30 October 1959 The Mock Action 6 November 1959 Going Dutch 13 November 1959 The Figurehead 20 November 1959 Gunboat to Gumba 27 November 1959 Johnson Finds Treasure 4 December 1959 The Charter Trip to Antarctica 11 December 1959 Cementing Relations 18 December 1959 Strike Up the Band 25 December 1959 The Route March 1 January 1960 A Trip up the Thames 15 January 1960 Radar Talk Down System 15 January 1960 A Crisp Romance 22 January 1960 The Lighthouse Lark 29 January 1960 Pertwee Posted to Portsmouth 5 February 1960 Johnson's Diet 12 February 1960 Tug of War 19 February 1960 Return to Potarneyland 26 February 1960 The Cross Country Run 4 March 1960 The Morning After 11 March 1960 The Admiral's Present 18 March 1960 Secret Mission to Calais 25 March 1960 Mr Murray Goes Sick 1 April 1960 The Potarneyland Fishing Limit 8 April 1960 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Dennis Price, Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, June Tobin, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Pamela Buck, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 3, 4 and 5: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom, Plus Episodes From The TV Lark
The Navy Lark gang are back for more seafaring shenanigans, as they leave the island behind for high jinks on the high seas - and get drummed out of the service, only to switch to some brand new roles... Collected here are the complete Series 3, 4 and 5, plus two Specials. Additionally, Troutbridge's crew disembark and drop anchor at at television studio in all nine existing episodes of spin-off series The TV Lark. Written by Lawrie Wyman, this classic comedy stars Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Stephen Murray, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker, Tenniel Evans, Judy Cornwell and Janet Brown With June Tobin, Lawrie Wyman and Dennis Price Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: The Wrens' Reunion Unaired (recorded 5 November 1960) Series 3 In Portsmouth for a Re-Fit 2 November 1960 Refitting Ebeneezer Pertwee 9 November 1960 Sea Trials of the Poppadom 16 November 1960 Mutiny Aboard Troutbridge 23 November 1960 The Exploding Biscuits 30 November 1960 Sir Willoughby Takes Over the Island 7 December 1960 Mount Rumpus Atoll 14 December 1960 The 50th Show: Mr Murray's Houseboat 21 December 1960 Johnson's Birthday 28 December 1960 Povey's Unexpected Leave 4 January 1961 Families' Day 11 January 1961 Falmouth Ghost Ship 18 January 1961 Onabushkan Flu 25 January 1961 The Efficiency Expert 1 February 1961 The Floggle Grummit Missile 8 February 1961 The Hitch-Hiking Counterfeiter 15 February 1961 Commodore Goldstein 22 February 1961 Mr Phillips Has Navigation Tuition 1 March 1961 CPO Pertwee and the Laundry 8 March 1961 The Surprise Wedding 15 March 1961 Series 4 Returning from Leave 15 September 1961 Captain Povey's Spy 22 September 1961 The Secret of Nessie's Youth 29 September 1961 The Northampton Hunt Ball 6 October 1961 Hijacked! 13 October 1961 Admiral Troutbridge 20 October 1961 Relatives and Reservations 27 October 1961 Humgrummits on the High Seas 3 November 1961 Are Captain and Mrs Povey Married? 10 November 1961 Cine Cameras at Sea 17 November 1961 The Citizen Adjustment Course 24 November 1961 A Hole Lieutenant 1 December 1961 Spy Catching in Casablanca 8 December 1961 Mount Pot Erupts 15 December 1961 Captain Povey's Shop 22 December 1961 Leading Seaman Goldstein's Party 29 December 1961 The Invitation 5 January 1962 The Cornish Exercise 12 January 1962 A Strange Hobby 19 January 1962 Mr Phillips Get Engaged 26 January 1962 The Sinking of the Bubble Car 2 February 1962 Long Jonathan Pertwee 9 February 1962 The Admiral's Accident Report 16 February 1962 Over the Sea to Rosyth 23 February 1962 The Return of Sir Frederick Flatley 2 March 1962 The Ship's Concert 9 March 1962 Christmas Special Calling the Antarctic 25 December 1962 The TV Lark Opening Night 25 January 1963 The Prestige Show 1 February 1963 Z Ambulances 8 February 1963 House of Commons 15 February 1963 Back to Portsmouth 22 February 1963 On Safari 1 March 1963 Ship Ahoy! 8 March 1963 The Potarneyland Election 15 March 1963 Back in the Navy 29 March 1963 Series 5 First Day out of Dock 5 April 1963 The New Barmaid 12 April 1963 A Deliberate Bashing 19 April 1963 Whittlesea Regatta 26 April 1963 HMS Troutbridge Gets a Rocket 3 May 1963 The Ghost Ship 10 May 1963 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Janet Brown, Jon Pertwee, June Tobin, Laurie Wyman, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Robin Boyle, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 6 and 7: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The sixth and seventh series of the much-loved comedy, plus the 1965 Christmas Special All aboard HMS Troutbridge for maritime mishaps and merriment, as the crew return from eventful leave and sail into more trouble. This collection contains the complete Series Six and Seven of the long-running sitcom, in which Pertwee becomes embroiled in various money-making schemes, Povey has a few domestic difficulties, 'Fatso' Johnson's literary and culinary efforts cause havoc - and there's romantic rivalry between Mr Phillips and Mr Murray for Wren Chasen's affections... Also included is special festive episode 'Hitting the Ice Floe', aired on Christmas Day 1965 as part of an Overseas Service Broadcast to the British Antartic Survey Teams. Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips and Stephen Murray star in these 33 laugh-out-loud episodes, alongside regulars Ronnie Barker, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Tenniel Evans and Heather Chasen, and guest stars including Amanda Murray, Janet Brown, Jan Waters and writer Lawrie Wyman. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman (uncredited), Amanda Murray, Janet Brown and Jan Waters Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 6 Wren Chasen Returns 27 September 1963 On the Carpet 4 October 1963 The Bungalese Spies 11 October 1963 Troutbridge's Party 18 October 1963 Rescuing Admirals 25 October 1963 Demise of the Depth Charges 1 November 1963 The Struggle for Promotion 8 November 1963 Navigation by Computer 15 November 1963 Stormy Weather 22 November 1963 Chasing the Kepeac 29 November 1963 The Submerged Island 6 December 1963 The Sicilian Secret Agent 13 December 1963 Germany's Troutbridge 20 December 1963 Confirming Povey's Rank 27 December 1963 The Calais Dock Strike 3 January 1964 Johnson's Memoirs 10 January 1964 The Emperor of Tratvia 17 January 1964 Open Day 24 January 1964 Stuck on a Sandbank 31 January 1964 Series 7 Taking Some Liberties 11 July 1965 Smugglers in the Solent 18 July 1965 Mr Murray is Victimised 25 July 1965 The Poveys Move House 1 August 1965 Captain Povey Reports Sick 8 August 1965 Admiral Pertwee's Fleet 15 August 1965 Let Loose with a Chopper 22 August 1965 Making a Right Pig's Breakfast 29 August 1965 The Mysterious Pudding Mine 5 September 1965 The Hovercraft Training Course 12 September 1965 Sabotaged Floggle-Toggle Box 19 September 1965 The Potarneyland Training Exercise 26 September 1965 Going on Leave to Croydon 3 October 1965 Christmas Special Hitting the Ice Floe 25 December 1965 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 8 and 9: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The eighth and ninth series of the vintage comedy about life aboard a Royal Navy frigate There's more fun on the ocean waves in these 33 hilarious episodes, as the hapless Captain Povey and his reluctant subordinates are caught up in more comic capers. Contained here are the complete Series Eight and Nine of the popular show, which sees Murray courting Heather, Phillips pursuing the new Wren and Pertwee planning some special commemorative gifts for Troutbridge's 25th anniversary. Plus, the crew embark on a top secret mission, participate in a joint forces exercise and prepare to take two VIPs from The Embassy Lark to Tratvia for a trade festival. All at sea in the Senior Service are Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray and a supporting cast including Ronnie Barker, Tenniel Evans. Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates and Heather Chasen. Among the guest stars are Derek Francis and Frank Thornton. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen, Ronnie Barker and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman (uncredited), Derek Francis, Frank Thornton, Amanda Murray Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Light Programme on the following dates: Series 8 Where is Troutbridge? 4 September 1966 The Float a Peddle Fiddle 11 September 1966 A Sticky Business 18 September 1966 Buoys Will Be Buoys 25 September 1966 Steamship Day 2 October 1966 Farewell to HMS Varsity 9 October 1966 The Army Lark 16 October 1966 Just the Ticket 23 October 1966 Mr Phillips' Promotion 30 October 1966 Pertwee and the Tratvian Beer 6 November 1966 The PM Papa 13 November 1966 Getting Rid of Pertwee 20 November 1966 Off to Sea at Last 27 November 1966 Series 9 Back from the Antarctic 2 July 1967 Fishing off the Faroes 9 July 1967 A Filthy Ferryboat 16 July 1967 Jigsaws and Jemmies 23 July 1967 The Naval Review 30 July 1967 The Curious Caravan Case 6 August 1967 Frenchmen in J.41 13 August 1967 The Police Drop In 20 August 1967 Mr Murray's Endurance Course 27 August 1967 Women in the Wardroom 27 August 1967 Troutbridge's Silver Jubilee Party 10 September 1967 CECIL the Navigation Computer 17 September 1967 A Russian Rendezvous 24 September 1967 The Bugged and Burgled Beer 1 October 1967 Picking up the Poppadom 8 October 1967 Cuthbert Joins the Navy 15 October 1967 The Flying Machine 22 October 1967 When Sub Lt Phillips was at Dartmouth 29 October 1967 A Fishy Business 5 November 1967 Troutbridge in Quarantine 12 November 1967 © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Ronnie Barker, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 10 and 11: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The tenth and eleventh series of the side-splitting Senior Service spoof Left hand down a bit! The clueless crew of HMS Troutbridge have returned to port after months at sea, and are soon getting into more hilarious scrapes... Included here are the complete Series Ten and Eleven of the fondly-remembered show, remastered and restored for your listening pleasure. In these 34 vintage episodes, Troutbridge is assigned a new Captain, the seasick Commander Trotter; Povey prepares for a visit from Prime Minister Harold Wilson; the ship is hijacked by Forbodian spies; and Murray is promoted - and gets hitched to the Admiral's daughter... With a starring cast of Stephen Murray, Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee, ably supported by Richard Caldicot, Heather Chasen, Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates, The Navy Lark remains buoyant after all these years. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman, Nigel Graham, Alan Reeve-Jones, Amanda Murray, Elizabeth Morgan and Frank Thornton Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 10 Troutbridge Electrifies Portsmouth 13 October 1968 The Redundancy Drive 20 October 1968 The Smugglers Return 27 October 1968 Commander Trotter Takes Charge 3 November 1968 The Anti-Submarine Missile 10 November 1968 Sub-Conductor Phillips 17 November 1968 The South Kawowan Summit 24 November 1968 Pertwee's Enlistment Expires 1 December 1968 Captain Povey Takes Over 8 December 1968 Sir Willoughby Goes to Kawowa 15 December 1968 The Padre's Birthday 22 December 1968 The Portsmouth Kiosk 29 December 1968 The Radio Beacon 5 January 1969 Mr Phillips' Wrong Uniform 12 January 1969 Harold Wilson Reviews the Fleet 19 January 1969 Bunging Up 26 January 1969 The Relief of the Weather Ship 2 February 1969 The Brick Smugglers 9 February 1969 Series 11 Commander Murray and the Squatters 28 December 1969 What is the SSE? 4 January 1970 Pertwee Climbs Up the Promotion Ladder 11 January 1970 Stranded 18 January 1970 Sir Willoughby's Party 25 January 1970 The Fleet Initiative Test 1 February 1970 CPO Pertwee's Long Service Medal 8 February 1970 The Phenomenal Pertwee Tug 15 February 1970 The Security Clampdown 22 February 1970 The Anniversary and the Washing 1 March 1970 The Forbodians Hijack Troutbridge 8 March 1970 Number One Gets Married 15 March 1970 The Honeymooners Return 22 March 1970 CPO Pertwee and the Lead Half Crowns 29 March 1970 Sub Lt Phillips to Leave for Dartmouth 5 April 1970 The Mark 31 Radar 12 April 1970 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 12 and 13: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The twelfth and thirteenth series of the long-running nautical comedy Everybody down! Prepare for more navigational blunders and maritime misadventures as radio's favourite frigate puts to sea once more. Collected here are the complete Series Twelve and Thirteen of the much loved show - including the 200th episode, 'Sir Willoughby at Shanghai', in which Troutbridge takes the Governor and his wife on a trip to China - only to find itself under attack... Plus, Lieutenant-Commander Murray and his wife Rita celebrate their first anniversary and move out to married quarters, the crew lock horns with evil, world-dominating Oriental mastermind the Master, and Sub-Lieutenant Phillips is up for promotion: but will his Lord Nelson fantasy help or hinder? Stephen Murray, Leslie Phillips and Jon Pertwee star in these 23 hilarious episodes, with a supporting cast including Richard Caldicot, Heather Chasen, Tenniel Evans and Michael Bates, and guest stars including Norma Ronald, June Whitfield and Elizabeth Morgan. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Lawrie Wyman, Norma Ronald, June Whitfield, Elizabeth Morgan Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 12 The Put-A-Horse-Out-To-Graze Fund 16 May 1971 Impressions For Survival 23 May 1971 The Beard-Growing Race 30 May 1971 The Mysterious Radio Signals 6 June 1971 Operation Recovery 13 June 1971 The Slogan Contest 20 June 1971 Sir Willoughby At Shanghai 27 June 1971 Operation Cowes Barge 4 July 1971 Number One's Anniversary 11 July 1971 The Loch Ness Monster 18 July 1971 Series 13 The TV Documentary 26 March 1972 The POW Escape Exercise 2 April 1972 Number One's Married Quarters 9 April 1972 The Newhaven-Dieppe Smuggling Run 16 April 1972 The Bumble Spit Lighthouse Affair 23 April 1972 The Tonipouhaha Treasure 30 April 1972 The USA Navigator Swap 7 May 1972 Son Of A Sea Lord 14 May 1972 Hypnotising Ramona 21 May 1972 The Master Of Sardinia 28 May 1972 Opportunity Knockers 4 June 1972 Friday The 13th 11 June 1972 The New NAAFI 18 June 1972 © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Heather Chasen, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Michael Bates, Richard Caldicot, Stephen Murray, Tenniel Evans (Narrator)
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The Navy Lark: Series 14 and 15: The Classic BBC Radio Sitcom
The final two series of the fondly remembered comedy - plus the Silver Jubilee Special and the 2008 reunion show It's all aboard for more entertaining escapades, as the classic comedy sets sail for its last two series. Included here are all 24 episodes from Series Fourteen and Fifteen, starring Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee and Stephen Murray. In these hilarious shows, HMS Troutbridge joins a flotilla travelling round the world on a Navy goodwill mission - but en route, the crew are ensnared in the revolutionary plans of El Godmother and the Raffia, and come up against The Master and his female associate The Mistress. They also have an explosive encounter with a talpinium shell, attempt to get to grips with NANA, and form their own lobby group, An Officer and a Gentleman's Liberation Movement... Also included is 1977's The Jubilee Navy Lark and The Reunion, in which presenter Sue McGregor interviews some of the stars of the seafaring show, including June Whitfield, Leslie Phillips, George Evans, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans. NB: Some of the language on this recording reflects the era in which it was first broadcast, and due to the age of the source material, the sound quality may vary Production credits Scripted by Lawrie Wyman and George Evans Produced by Alastair Scott Johnston Starring: Leslie Phillips, Jon Pertwee, Stephen Murray, Richard Caldicot, Michael Bates, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans With Miriam Margolyes, Chic Murray, Elizabeth Morgan, June Whitfield, Gretta Gouriet, April Walker, Pete Murray Remastered by Ted Kendall Thanks to Andrew Pixley Note: none of the episodes were originally given titles. The ones here have been adopted for easy reference and are in line with previous commercial releases For more information on the programme, contact: The Navy Lark Appreciation Society Honeysuckle Cottage Little Street Yoxford Suffolk IP7 3JQ Episode guide First broadcast on BBC Radio 2 on the following dates: Series 14 The Montezula Revolution 29 July 1973 The Island Swordfish 5 August 1973 Bunged in the Battle 12 August 1973 Kangaroo Polka 19 August 1973 The Digital Isles Go Unstable 26 August 1973 Egbert Hitches a Ride 2 September 1973 Povey - An Admiral at Last 9 September 1973 The Bergholm Horse Trials 16 September 1973 Captain Povey's Wig 23 September 1973 The Brain Pill 30 September 1973 Operation Showcase 7 October 1973 CPO Pertwee - Yachtmonger 14 October 1973 The Talpinium Shell 21 October 1973 Series 15 Sequel to The Talpinium Shell 9 November 1975 NANA 16 November 1975 Helen, The New Wren 23 November 1975 Relief for Station 150 30 November 1975 Black is Beautiful 7 December 1975 Sidney and the Stamp 14 December 1975 Commander Murray Becomes a Showjumper 21 December 1975 Horrible Horace 28 December 1975 Officers and Gents' Lib 4 January 1976 The Case of the HGM Mark 5 11 January 1976 Captain Wilberforce Pertwee 18 January 1976 The Jubilee Navy Lark 16 July 1977 The Navy Lark: The Reunion 31 August 2008 Presented by Sue McGregor With June Whitfield, Leslie Phillips, George Evans, Heather Chasen and Tenniel Evans © 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd. (P) 2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd.
Laurie Wyman (Author), Full Cast, Jon Pertwee, Leslie Phillips, Stephen Murray (Narrator)
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An illuminating exploration of fashion philosophy told by the brilliant Alessandro Michele, Creative Director of Gucci, and Emanuele Coccia, one of the most distinguished contemporary philosophers. Drawing on Alessandro Michele’s personal story and on the impact that he has had on contemporary norms with his work, Michele and Emanuele Coccia will show how traditionally distinct forms of creativity and intellectual pursuit – fashion and philosophy – are inextricably intertwined. If fashion can distill centuries of art and philosophy into a daily experience accessible to every human being, philosophy cannot help but a become a form of fashion.
Alessandro Michele, Emanuele Coccia (Author), TBD (Narrator)
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Cloverfield: Creatures and Catastrophes in Post-9/11 Cinema
Upon its release in 2008, Matt Reeves's Cloverfield revitalized the giant creature, a cinematic trope that had languished for over a decade. The film addressed the attacks of September 11, 2001, trading the jingoistic rhetoric of retributive military aggression for serious engagement with personal and collective trauma. It applied the horror genre's fascination with personal stories captured by found footage to the grand violence of history. Innovative and intense, Cloverfield represented blockbuster filmmaking at its best. Cloverfield's franchising followed the path of high-profile Hollywood properties. This volume provides the first comprehensive overview of the franchise. Author Steffen Hantke examines how, in the broader context of postmillennial Hollywood, the Cloverfield franchise remains both a harbinger of the way Hollywood does business and a test case for the cinematic fantasies of apocalyptic disaster that continue to dominate global box office. As an inspiration for the next stage of blockbuster filmmaking, in which franchises have replaced the singular cinematic masterpiece and marketing plays to fans as critics and scholars, Cloverfield remains as relevant today as when it first unleashed its giant creature onto New York City over a decade ago.
Steffen Hantke (Author), Phil Thron (Narrator)
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Eric Krasno Plus One is an interview-style series that brings listeners backstage and deep into the lives of incredible musicians. After twenty years on the road, Eric Krasno has spent time sharing stories with countless artists — and these conversations have become some of his most cherished memories. In Eric Krasno Plus One, the audience is invited to join moments like these in podcast form—topics range from early inspirations to discussions about the state of the music industry, to the challenges of life on the road, backstage shenanigans, and much more.
Eric Krasno (Author), TBD (Narrator)
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Lucy Porter in the Family Way: Four BBC Radio Comedy Stand Up Specials
Lucy Porter explores family life via songs, sketches and stand-up ‘One of the most talented comics on the circuit’ Time Out Lucy Porter is well known for her cheery, feelgood comedy. She has toured both nationally and internationally with her one-woman shows, and her many TV and radio appearances include Live at the Apollo, QI, The Now Show and The News Quiz. In this trilogy of stand-up specials, she examines domestic life from the dramatic to the dreary, aided by comedian and impressionist Luke Kempner. Lucy Porter in the Family Way sees her probing what family life means to her, as a mum and a middle-aged orphan. Beginning with her childhood in Croydon, she chats about leaving the nest, motherhood and her parenting style (benign neglect). She also offers helpful tips on swearing, sleepovers and the importance of always having a pound coin handy; addresses the pros and cons of siblings; and discusses what it’s like to parent your own parents. With a lot of laughs and a dollop of poignancy, this warm, witty show charts the life cycle of a typical nuclear family – from soft play centres to garden centres and Morrisons café. Lucy Porter In The Family Way… Again finds Lucy pondering the concept of legacy. Contemplating the bric-a-brac her parents left behind them, she muses on the other things they’ve passed on to her – weak ankles, terrible teeth and a small third nipple – and the weird quirks and foibles she’s inherited. But it’s her parents’ values, like kindness and charity, that she wants to pass on to her own kids. Funny and moving, In The Family Way… Again is a love letter from Lucy to her mum, and a tender reflection on the things our parents do that drive us mad – things we’ll inevitably end up doing ourselves. In Lucy Porter: Back in the Family Way, recorded at Lucy’s local village hall with a socially distanced audience of her family, friends and neighbours, she reflects on how the pandemic affected our relationships with our loved ones. She looks back on the months spent locked down with her husband, children and cats – and on the challenges of home schooling, Zoom meetings and online weddings and funerals. And, from ‘next slide please’ to sourdough bread and clapping for carers, she considers all the things that brought us together – even while we were kept apart. Finally, in Lucy Porter’s Lucky Dip Lucy is back with a delightful celebration of midlife madness. Ably assisted by her young apprentice Luke Kempner, Lucy tackles bank holiday bin collection schedules, video doorbell footage, and being a member of the ‘sandwich generation’. Apparently, human happiness peaks at 18, dips to its lowest point between the ages of 49 and 54, then picks up again - by the age of about 65 you’re as happy again as you were at 18. So this show will be a comfort to those in the dip, a warning to younger listeners, and will make the older generation feel incredibly smug. Production credits Written by Lucy Porter Starring Lucy Porter and Luke Kempner Additional material by Gabby Hutchinson Crouch and Mike Shepherd Production Manager: Sarah Tombling Studio Engineer and Editor: Jerry Peal Production Runners: Abbigayle Bircham, Sahara Dennis, Kareem Elshehawy and Sakshi Gupta Produced and directed by Marilyn Imrie and Gordon Kennedy Lucy Porter: Back in the Family Way would not have been possible without Marilyn Imrie An Absolutely production for BBC Radio 4 First broadcast BBC Radio 4, 29 April 2018 (Lucy Porter in the Family Way), 28 April 2019 (Lucy Porter In The Family Way… Again), 4 July 2021 (Lucy Porter: Back in the Family Way) and 15 March 2023 (Lucy Porter’s Lucky Dip) © 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd ? 2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
Lucy Porter (Author), Lucy Porter, Luke Kempner (Narrator)
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Mitch Benn’s Crimes Against Music: The Complete Series 1-3: A BBC Radio Comedy Series
Music, mayhem and madness from Mitch Benn and Robin Ince There can be only one parody musical master, and Mitch Benn thinks it’s him. Although Richard Stilgoe may have something to say about that… Laugh out loud as Mitch sets out on a musical journey through the showbiz glitz and backstage litter of pop music. Teaming up with Mitch is comedian Robin Ince, and between them they delve into the world of super fans, the glamorous trappings and excesses of pop-star life and its highs and lows. Along with special guest presenters, they wonder if you really can manufacture greatness, why pop stars need fans, and the art of self-promotion. Can death revive a rock star's career? How many people does it take to make something a music 'scene'? And is heavy metal getting soft? Mitch’s music-master credentials are tested in every episode as he performs a newly written song, hoping to prove he is indeed the world’s greatest musical satirist. Robin Ince’s trademark cynicism and occasional appearances as Satan make this a fast-paced, hilarious show full of musical mastery, mayhem and laughs. When, in search of global superstardom, the duo try and take their show on a world tour, things only get funnier. Mitch Benn has been a regular voice on BBC Radio 4’s The Now Show and has toured extensively as a comedian in the UK and internationally. Co-writer Robin Ince is a comedian and radio presenter, perhaps best known for his comedy science radio show The Infinite Monkey Cage, which he presents with Professor Brian Cox. If you’re a fan of Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section or Mark Watson Makes The World Substantially Better, you’ll love this anarchic mix of music and comedy. Listen for the first time to all three series – you won’t be able to resist tapping your foot to the beat… Written by Mitch Ben and Robin Ince Produced by Adam Bromley Featuring: Mitch Benn Robert Ince Alfie Joey Tash Baylis Kirsty Newton Jane Perry Craig Campbell Tom Price Lloyd Langford Steven Kynman Brendon Burns With special guest: Richard Stilgoe First Broadcast BBC Radio 4, 19 February 2004 – 4 July 2006 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
Mitch Benn, Robin Ince (Author), Mitch Benn, Robin Ince, Various (Narrator)
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