This week's guest is the singer Ruth-Ann Boyle, primarily known for her work with Olive, but who has also recorded with The Durutti Column and Enigma. This enjoyable chat takes in the minutiae of Sunderland life, the tabloid press and how Top of the Pops was better than Never Mind the Buzzcocks. As is necessary, there are some wonderful clips of music Ruth-Ann was involved with!

Extracts of these* pieces of music are included under fair dealing/fair use for commentary and review and to illustrate guest choices. Furthermore, Olive, Durutti Column and Kojak selections appear by age\rement of the artist Ruth-Ann Boyle, who worked on all of those records. This podcast is non-commercial.

*Olive - 'Miracle', The Durutti Column - 'Believe In Me', Olive - 'Killing', Olive - 'You're Not Alone', Kojak ft. Ruth-Ann Boyle - 'Tell Me', Prefab Sprout - 'When Love Breaks Down', The Eurythmics - 'Sweet Dreams' and Chris Rea - 'Driving Home for Christmas'.