Best Graham Fraser Podcasts (2025)

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High Speed Hangover # 606 - (May 25th 2025) 3:15:01

1h ago3:15:01

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https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/05/high-speed-hangover-606.html

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Why British theatres are on the brink of going bust 42:03

2h ago42:03

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As a new report highlights the crisis in British theatres, Sarah and Alex reveal the depth of the difficulties caused by standstill subsidy and rising costs and in particular the challenges for regional theatre and touring Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Emergency Podcast The Independent Sentencing Review | David Shipley 54:33

6h ago54:33

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On the day David Gauke, the former Justice Secretary, publishes his long-awaited Independent Sentencing Review, we get analysis from the journalist David Shipley who served a sentence for fraud in 2020-2021 and now broadcasts for several publications, including The Spectator. Presenters: Phil Maguire – Chief Executive, Prison Radio Association Paul…

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Bonus episode: Special guest Hadley Fraser on juggling a West End show, solo concert and gardening! 27:03

3h ago27:03

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In a mid-week bonus episode, West End star Hadley Fraser discusses his array of new endeavours, including a brand new album, a major solo concert at Cadogan Hall and appearing nightly in the West End in The Deep Blue Sea. He also chats about gardening, parenting and his daughter’s reaction to seeing him as a king in Disney’s Snow White. Hosted on A…

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The extreme far-right in prison | Nigel Bromage and Graham Finochio 53:33

1d ago53:33

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Nigel Bromage was a prominent member of several far-right groups, including British Movement and Combat 18, for 20 years. During that time, he was close to events that could easily have led him to prison. He became disillusioned with the life in the late 1990s and began a long and dangerous process of moving away from the far-right. He now runs an …

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Show 392. Alan Rhodes 59:55

16h ago59:55

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Alan Rhodes A few weeks ago Reform took control of Nottinghamshire County Council on a landslide. How did this happen and why didn't Nottinghamshire vote Labour instead? Alan Rhodes has been a Labour councillor in Nottinghamshire for nearly 40 years. He understands the shifting politics of the county and the country. This is a fantastic analysis of…

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High Speed Hangover # 605 - (May 18th 2025) 3:24:27

1d ago3:24:27

3:24:27

https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/05/high-speed-hangover-605.html

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How do you stage an unfinished musical? 45:22

3d ago45:22

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Sarah Crompton and Alex Wood dive headfirst into Stephen Sondheim and David Ives' Here We Are, wading through the history and themes of the show as it makes its European premiere at the National Theatre. After that, they swim through a wellspring of topics including the Young Vic's exciting new season (with four of Sarah's favourite directors invol…

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Show 391. Wes Streeting - LIVE 1:21:20

6d ago1:21:20

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Wes Streeting - LIVE The Health Secretary is on cracking form as he defends Labour's progress so far but demonstrates a clear impatience to deliver change as quickly as possible. We discuss all the big questions: What is Labour getting right? Are the government scared of Reform? What is that cucumber for? It'll all make sense... COME AND SEE THE PO…

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Philippe POIRIER - Un certain sentiment de la voix

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Playlist de Philippe Poirier pour webSYNradio avec trois de ses compositions entremêlés des sons de David Garland, Christopher Hobbs, Carlos Gardel, Philip Glass, Elvis Presley, Isidore Isou, Eric Satie, kristin Oppenheim, Sonic Youth, David Toop, Morton Feldman, Brooks Williams, Dariush Dolat-Shahi, Marcel Broodthaers. Les morceaux choisis (pas to…

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To fix the filing cabinet or the person? | Cherie Blair KC and Kate Morrissey 43:38

8d ago43:38

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Cherie Blair KC became a barrister in 1976 and went on to be a county court and crown court judge. In 2024 she was appointed to the Leadership Board of the charity Women in Prison, where she has stressed the importance of supporting women and girls before they come into contact with the criminal justice system. Kate Morrissey is on the Women’s Just…

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High Speed Hangover # 604 - (May 11th 2025) 3:22:07

8d ago3:22:07

3:22:07

https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/05/high-speed-hangover-604.html

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The best shows to see this summer - from Stereophonic to Jesus Christ Superstar 35:54

10d ago35:54

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Sarah and Alex get out their diaries to do some planning for some of the most exciting events in the months ahead from Eugene O’Neill to Shucked and from the reopening of Theatr Clwyd to a late Shakespeare revival in Stratford Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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High Speed Hangover - Jan 2019 - Patreon show - People 3:19:17

13d ago3:19:17

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Here is an old Patreon exclusive show that I am now putting on general release. Great bands and interesting topics as always https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2019/01/high-speed-hangover-patreon-exclusive.html Sign up to my Patreon for regular theme shows https://www.patreon.com/c/greythulhu

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Show 390. John McTernan 45:54

21d ago45:54

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Local Elections Analysis with John McTernan Why were the local elections so bad for Labour and how do they reverse their fortunes? Is there a ceiling on Nigel Farage's popularity? Does Labour lack confidence? This is a dose of mega political strategy with Tony Blair's former Political Secretary. It's electric. COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE!…

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The Prison Philosophers | Andy West and Ray Smith 41:26

16d ago41:26

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Andy West is the author of The Life Inside: A Memoir of Prison, Family and Learning to be Free, which is currently being adapted into a BBC television drama. Andy has been teaching philosophy in prisons since 2016. You can buy Andy's book while supporting local independent bookshops here. Ray Smith writes for Inside Time, the monthly newspaper for …

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High Speed Hangover # 603 - (May 5th 2025) 3:17:14

15d ago3:17:14

3:17:14

https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/05/high-speed-hangover-603.html

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Special Announcement The Matt Forde Focus Group 0:39

17d ago0:39

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The Matt Forde Focus Group is my new comedy series for Radio 4 and tickets are now available! We are recording a run though on May 7th at The Bush Hall is London. For tickets visit sroaudiences.com or click on this link The Matt Forde Focus Group See you there! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…

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Bonus episode: Jamie Lloyd, Tom Francis and Jak Malone discuss their Tony nominations! 28:53

17d ago28:53

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After Tuesday's main episode, Alex dials into New York to hear from three Tony Awards nominees as a bonus feature. Jamie Lloyd, Tom Francis and Jak Malone each reflect on a stellar Broadway season in their respective shows. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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The National Theatre begins a huge new chapter – but what should audiences expect? 38:17

20d ago38:17

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Sarah Crompton and Alex Wood head to the National Theatre to hear the venue's new director Indhu Rubasingham unveil her bumper season of productions, mapping out plans right the way through to 2027. With huge star names like Paul Mescal, Nicola Coughlan, Lesley Manville and Letitia Wright slated for appearances, there's plenty for audiences to get …

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EMMANUEL MIEVILLE - DES AIRS URBAINS - City mix of analog machines

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Programme inédit de EMMANUEL MIEVILLE pour webSYNradio : DES AIRS URBAINS - City mix of analog machines. Ce mix inédit regroupe une sélection de pièces acousmatiques et concrètes, réalisées et éditées sous le label français Baskaru, et des compositions de musique concrète et de field recordings, capturées dans des environnements urbains (au Portuga…

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Show 389. Julie Bindel 1:07:47

24d ago1:07:47

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Following the unanimous Supreme Court ruling that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law, Julie tells us how and why we got here. This is a fascinating history not just of women's rights, but of the distinct needs of the lesbian and gay communities. If you've wondered how this issue became so big and how it's come to dominate so …

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The HMP Brixton Half Marathon 58:58

22d ago58:58

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Two days before the 2025 London Marathon, a very special half marathon took place behind the walls of HMP Brixton in aid of the Prison Reform Trust. And The Secret Life of Prisons was granted exclusive access to bring you the sounds of a momentous morning. Nine of HMP Brixton's residents undertook a 16-week training programme, supported by members …

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High Speed Hangover # 602 - (April 27th 2025) 3:56:28

22d ago3:56:28

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See the blog for more info https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/04/high-speed-hangover-602.html

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Greatest theatre feuds in history, warm-up games and swings, covers and more decoded in our latest Q&A episode 42:48

24d ago42:48

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Alex and Sarah return for their third Q&A episode, this time diving into the murky depths of theatre feuds and backstage friction. They then turn to the calmer and cheerier waters of warm up drama games, Paddington the Musical, set to make a splash in the West End, and the truly incredible role played by swings, covers and more. Hosted on Acast. Se…

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Show 388. Gregor Poynton 56:20

29d ago56:20

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Gregor was elected as the MP for Livingston in Labour's 2024 landslide. It was a full circle moment for the man who'd been the party's organiser in the 2005 Livingston by-election following the death of Robin Cook. He went on to work for Blue State Digital, the team who masterminded Obama's 2008 and 2012 campaigns. This is a masterclass is the art …

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High Speed Hangover # 601 - (April 20th 2025) 3:49:24

1M ago3:49:24

3:49:24

Go to my blog for links to the bands https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/04/high-speed-hangover-601.html

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How Oklahoma! changed my life - with special guest Anoushka Lucas 50:28

1M ago50:28

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Sarah meets Anoushka Lucas, currently starring in Rhinoceros at the Almeida Theatre, to discuss the impact of theatre on her life. She’s always called versatile but says she takes on new projects because she just wants to learn more. She reveals what it was like to work with Daniel Fish on the award-winning reimagining of Oklahoma!, why Rhinoceros …

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Is London theatre in rude health? 15:45

1M ago15:45

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In a bonus episode, editor-in-chief Alex Wood chinwags his way around the Olivier Awards winners' room discussing the state of London theatre, new writing and emerging talent – featuring chats with the creators of The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, the team behind the record-breaking Fiddler on the Roof and the three Olivier Award-winning creativ…

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Justice vs the culture wars | Your questions answered 43:08

1M ago43:08

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We love to hear your thoughts, your views and your questions. To contact the show, please email [email protected]. In this week's episode we answer questions from listeners inside and outside prison. Presenters: Phil Maguire – Chief Executive, Prison Radio Association Paula Harriott – Chief Executive, Unlock Producer: Andrew Wilkie Assistant Pr…

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Show 387. Jason Stockwood 50:02

1M ago50:02

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Jason Stockwood Brace yourself, you're about to discover one of the most inspiring voices in politics. Jason is Labour's candidate to be the Mayor of Greater Lincolnshire. He's a hugely successful businessman from humble beginnings. But it's the way he talks about life, society and what the country can do, that makes him special. This is audio Red …

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High Speed Hangover # 600 - (April 13th 2025) 3:20:21

1M ago3:20:21

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Show 600, buy me a pint you stingy twats https://metal-perv-tv.blogspot.com/2025/04/high-speed-hangover-600.html

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Everything you didn't see at the Olivier Awards 37:56

1M ago37:56

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Alex returns from sabbatical to report from behind the scenes at the Olivier awards where Giant, Fiddler on the Roof, The Curious Case of Benjamin Button and The Years were among the big winners. He and Sarah discuss what the prizes reveal about London theatre, the artistic directors making waves - and announce a couple of shows that might be in th…

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GUILLAUME CONTRÉ - Petite machine de nuit

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Programme inédit de GUILLAUME CONTRÉ pour webSYNradio : PETITE MACHINE DE NUIT. Différences, répétitions, rouages, acouphènes et tautologies. Des sons hétéroclites, de la noble synthèse analogique au vulgaire bruit de micro, enregistrés à des moments divers pour des raisons variables, sont coupés, collés, montés, bouclés, superposés, filtrés, mixés…

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Bonus episode: Michael Sheen and Russell T Davies discuss their latest collaboration 15:09

1M ago15:09

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In a special bonus episode, Alex Wood has a chat with the Welsh National Theatre's artistic director - none other than stage and screen legend Michael Sheen. Sheen will kick off the company's programming with a new, relocated production of Thornton Wilder's Our Town - joined by the award-winning Doctor Who show runner and creative associate Russell…

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We've visited a lot of prisons | Duewaine Marshalleck-Baker and Arthur Hagues 41:31

1M ago41:31

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This week we've got two guests who, for very different reasons, have spent time in a lot of different prisons. We asked them to compare notes and tell us their best stories. Duewaine Marshalleck-Baker was released from prison for the final time in 2016, having spent more than eighteen years in prison on and off. He now works for National Prison Rad…

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Show 386. Dr Scott Arthur 39:00

1M ago39:00

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Dr Scott Arthur Scott is one the few lucky MPs who topped the ballot for Private Members' Bills. He wants to bring in a Rare Cancers Bill. But what would the Bill do? What difference would it make to someone diagnosed with a rare cancer? COME AND SEE THE POLITICAL PARTY LIVE! 12 May: Wes Streeting 9 June: Kemi Badenoch 14 July: Michael Gove Plus mo…

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