Lee Mack
Kirsty Young talks to comedian Lee Mack.
Kirsty Young interviews the comedian Lee Mack.
He writes and stars in the Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ One hit show "Not Going Out". His stand-up tours do great business and his lightening sharp comedy reflexes are also put to good use on a number of prime-time panel shows.
His first ever performance was doing impressions for his school mates, but it took him more than ten years to pluck up the courage to step on stage. Leaving school with two O'levels and a cheeky grin, he had a stint as Red Rum's stable boy and a bash at being a professional darts player.
He says of his comedy career "I'm the kind of person that, if I don't think it's hard work, I worry that it's not worthwhile. I have to feel as if I've struggled a bit."
Producer: Isabel Sargent.
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Lee Mack: 'The first horse I ever rode was Red Rum…'
Duration: 01:39
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Lee Mack's first steps in comedy
Duration: 00:52
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The Jam
That's Entertainment
- Weller Hit Parade.
- ISLAND.
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Adam Faith
What Do You Want
- The Hits of 1960.
- MUSIC FOR PLEASURE.
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Adam and the Ants
Beat My Guest
- Adam Ant: Antics In The Forbidden Zone.
- COLUMBIA.
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Queen & David Bowie
Under Pressure
- Queen: Absolute Greatest.
- PARLOPHONE.
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Joy Division
Atmosphere
- Atmosphere.
- WARNER VISION INTERNATIONAL.
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James
Getting Away With It (All Messed Up)
- James Pleased To Meet You.
- MERCURY.
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Third World
Now That We've Found Love
- Pure Reggae Β– Volume One.
- ISLAND.
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Castaway's Favourite
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Van Morrison
Astral Weeks
- Van Morrison Astral Weeks.
- WARNER.
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Book Choice
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A Brief History Of Time - Stephen Hawking
Luxury Choice
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Coffee machine, coffee, fridge, milk and teaspoon
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Presenter | Kirsty Young |
| Interviewed Guest | Lee Mack |
| Producer | Isabel Sargent |
Broadcasts
- Sun 29 Sep 2013 11:15Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
- Fri 4 Oct 2013 09:00Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4
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