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The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

The Frequency Of Laughter: A History Of Radio Comedy

  • Radio documentary
  • BBC Radio 4
  • 2014
  • 6 episodes (1 series)

A six-part history of radio comedy, covering 1975-2005, presented by journalist and radio fan Grace Dent. Features Grace Dent.

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Key details

Genre
Documentary
Broadcast
2014
Channel
BBC Radio 4
Episodes
6 (1 series)
Features
Grace Dent
Producers
Ed Morrish and Alexandra Smith
Company

A history of radio comedy between 1975 and 2005.

In each episode journalist and radio fan Grace Dent brings together two figures who were making significant radio comedy at the same time, and asks them about their experiences.

For clips and more information visit the Radio 4 website

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Broadcast details

First broadcast
Saturday 1st November 2014 at 10:30am on BBC Radio 4
Most recent repeats
  • Tuesday 27th September 2016 at 1:30am on Radio 4 Extra - Episode 6
  • Monday 26th September 2016 at 8:30pm on Radio 4 Extra - Episode 6
  • Monday 26th September 2016 at 1:30pm on Radio 4 Extra - Episode 6

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