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Gegs (9,4)* - A Cryptic History

James Peak and his mate Tony from the antiques shop embark on an odyssey to the peculiar realm of the cryptic crossword, that most fiendish and fearsome of puzzles.

James Peak, and his mate Tony from the antiques shop, embark on an odyssey into the peculiar realm of the cryptic crossword, that most fiendish and fearsome of puzzles.

The cryptic crossword is 100 years old this year, and over the turbulent past century, a complicated mechanism of snares and trips has built up to confound even the most diligent of solvers. James and Tony - who certainly aren't the most diligent of solvers - need schooling. Luckily, some brilliant setters and cryptic enthusiasts roll up their sleeves to help.

With thanks to The Everyman at The Observer Newspaper, Eddie Lawson, Dagenham Dave, Carmen Tarry and Julian Weenen.

Starring Tony Lombardelli, Victoria Godfrey and Alan Connor.

Music Composition & Production: Lilium
Sound Design & Mixing: Neil Churchill
Assistant Producer: Ruby Churchill
Written, Presented & Produced by James Peak

An Essential Radio production for Βι¶ΉΤΌΕΔ Radio 4

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28 minutes

Last on

Thu 27 Jun 2024 23:30

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  • Sun 7 Apr 2024 19:15
  • Thu 27 Jun 2024 23:30