From Badger to Frost
David Nobbs, the comic genius behind The Fall and Rise of Reginald Perrin, The Two Ronnies and Ken Dodd, talks about his comedy career.
Written and presented by David Nobbs.
David Nobbs was the comic genius behind Reggie Perrin, The Two Ronnies, Tommy Cooper, Frankie Howerd and Radio 4's The Maltby Collection. In With Nobbs On he presents a three-part series of entertaining, joke-laden, insider observations on his comedy career to a studio audience - along with guest readings, archive material and unpredictable delights.
Episode 1 - From Badgers to Frost
A young David realizes there's more to writing a novel than just the title, and TV fame beckons when cabs are sent to collect David's sketches for an iconic, groundbreaking satirical show.
Featuring Martin Trenaman and Mia Soteriou
Produced by Andrew McGibbon
A Curtains For Radio Production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | David Nobbs |
| Reader | Martin Trenaman |
| Reader | Mia Soteriou |
| Producer | Andrew McGibbon |
| Writer | David Nobbs |
Broadcasts
Mon 21 May 2012 11:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM- Fri 9 Aug 2013 11:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 FM
- Mon 31 Aug 2015 18:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 1 Sep 2015 00:30Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4 Extra