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Making A SceneDavid Baddiel on getting confused for Ben Elton and nearly expelled for being funnyFrom being confused for Ben Elton to getting cc’d on his mum’s flirty emails, David Baddiel joins Matt and David to relive some of the surreal scenes of his life as a feature film. Including writing Three Lions, creating a school scandal, and why he might be the jam in his mother’s sandwich.Download SAILY in the app store or by scanning the QR code on screen. Use code MAKINGASCENE at checkout to get 15% off our first purchase Listen or watch every Tuesday and Thursday.2025-04-2947 min
Paddy Gower’s TFN - The F#$%ing NewsBritish comedy legend Ben Elton on being the 'Godfather of wokeness'He redefined British comedy with iconic TV shows like Blackadder and The Young Ones, has published 16 best-selling novels, and written smash-hit films and musicals. Now, Ben Elton is in New Zealand for a nationwide stand-up tour, and sat down for a chat with Paddy.The Pork Pie Charity Run isn’t just bringing noise and laughter to those taking part - it’s also just raised half a million dollars for KidsCan.How good is sucking up to Donald Trump? As much as he hates to admit it, Paddy says it’s actually working pretty well r...2025-04-0936 min
GOLD A-SidesBen EltonTracey caught up with comedian Ben Elton ahead of his ‘Authentic Stupidity’ New Zealand tour next month.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-03-2810 min
Canterbury Mornings with John MacDonaldBen Elton: British Comedian talks comedy, his career, his 'Authentic Stupidity' tourBritish comedian Ben Elton is returning to Christchurch this May, in what will be his final show in his Authentic Stupidity tour. He joined John MacDonald for a chat about his outlook on life after years of writing comedy and how he feels about performing in Christchurch – plus, an exclusive reveal about his upcoming autobiography. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-03-2713 min
Robert & Jeanette - The BreezeWe chat with Ben Elton while devouring delicious Giapo treats!Comedy legend Ben Elton was in town ahead of his Authentic Stupidity Tour so we decided to take him to Giapo, home of Cher's favourite icecream and other tasty treats. Hear the full chat and check out details on Ben's tour here: https://benelton.live/2025-03-2327 min
Radio One 91FM DunedinINTERVIEW: Ben Elton on 'Authentic Stupidity' Tour - Zac Hoffman - Radio One 91FMINTERVIEW: Ben Elton on 'Authentic Stupidity' Tour by Zac Hoffman on Radio One 91FM Dunedin2025-03-1900 min
The World of WodehouseThe World of Wodehouse Podcast by Ben EltonThe PG Wodehouse Society (UK) presentsThe World of Wodehouse PodcastsThe PG Wodehouse Society (UK) celebrates the work of the great humourist in a series of audio podcasts by Wodehouse’s celebrity fans.The World of Wodehouse Podcast by Ben Elton.Ben Elton, Patron of the PG Wodehouse Society (UK), the brilliant writer, broadcaster, and comedian, has loved Wodehouse’s work since the age of 11.This podcast and others in the series is brought to you by The PG Wodehouse Soci...2025-03-0704 min
The Hauraki Breakfast Podcast🎙️ Podcast Special - Ben Elton (Full Interview)Today we have a Hauraki Breakfast Podcast Special! An extra little episode, where we catch up with the one, the only, Ben Elton. Ben is a British comedian, writer, and director, famous for his sharp satire and contributions to comedy, television, and literature. He co-wrote iconic British sitcoms like Blackadder and The Young Ones, and he also wrote The Thin Blue Line, starring Rowan Atkinson... And now he's bringing a show to New Zealand!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-02-1212 minRobert & Jeanette - The BreezeGuest: Comedy Legend Ben EltonWith the announcement of Ben Elton's Authentic Stupidity tour coming to New Zealand (details at livenation.co.nz) Robert & Jeanette caught up with the man himself to chat everything from the human condition, The Young Ones, We Will Rock You and more2025-02-1013 min
The Christian O’Connell ShowMINI: BEN ELTONWhat’s Ben’s take on the world, now? Following the huge success of Ben Elton’s critically acclaimed sold-out Australian tour in 2021, Ben Elton is heading to Australia to tour his brand-new live show – Authentically Stupid! Ben is currently in the middle of a hundred date tour in the UK – however, he found time to chat to Christian. Christian and Ben chat the difference in touring now, the current state of stand-up comedy, and if he is optimistic for the future. Tickets to Ben Elton’s show ‘Authentic Stupidity’ are on sale now – hea...2024-11-2006 min
JAM Nation with Jonesy & Amanda😂 EXCLUSIVE CHAT: Ben EltonThe brilliant Ben Elton joins Jonesy & Amanda ahead of his Australian tour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-11-0704 min
The Ryan Tubridy ShowBen Elton talks Blackadder and Vogue Williams bring joy to rainy Autumn!This week, Ryan chatted with comedian, writer, and actor Ben Elton about his incredible career. We covered everything from screenwriting and writing musicals to hitting the road on his stand-up tour, Authentic Stupidity.Plus, Ryan caught up with the wonderful Vogue Williams about her brand-new podcast, Never Live it Down. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2024-09-2723 min
Puppet Masters of NoneEpisode 60: The Muppet Show: Elton JohnHere we are, back at it again! This week on PMoN, the boys continue their series of the magical wheel's monthly Muppet Show of the month, where we gather favorite guest stars from our discord fam and spin the wheel to decide what Muppet Show episode we will be discussing. This week, the wheel landed on SIR ELTON JOHN! And what an episode is it! This one was actually Will's addition to the wheel, so you know it must be a good one! So without further ado, sit back, relax, and enjoy our latest review of an episode of...2024-07-2737 min
Tony Robinson's CunningcastBEN ELTON | Blackadder: The Lost PilotBen Elton is on Cunningcast today. Ben was the co-writer on Blackadder Series 2, 3 and 4: they talk about Ben's comedy roots, working on The Young Ones with Rik and Ade and how Ben got the Blackadder gig via a near miss TV sitcom about Madness. They also chew over the highs and lows of working on Blackadder and how Ben and Richard Curtis created 'Adder speak'.Alongside Blackadder, Ben Elton cut his comedy chops on The Young Ones. He’s a stand-up legend on stage and TV and one of Britain's biggest live comedy acts. His stellar CV i...2024-05-0940 min
Saturday LiveAdele Roberts, Ben Elton, David Duke, Angela HartnettThe broadcaster, marathon runner, and proud parent to her life saving stoma Audrey, Adele Roberts reveals how she overcame cancer wrote a book and danced on ice.Writer and comedian Ben Elton whose new stand-up tour highlights his trademark incisive social commentary by exploring authentic stupidity. David Duke went from sleeping rough and living in hostels to playing football in the Homeless World Cup and founding the Street Soccer Scotland charity helping thousands of other homeless people through the power of football. All that, plus we have the Inheritance Tracks of chef, restaurateur...2024-04-131h 00
Relish This Uplifting Full Audiobook And Feel The Difference.The Young Ones: The Complete BBC TV Soundtracks by Lise Mayer, Rik Mayall, Ben EltonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/702600to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Young Ones: The Complete BBC TV Soundtracks
Author: Lise Mayer, Rik Mayall, Ben Elton
Narrator: Christopher Ryan, Dawn French, Adrian Edmondson, Alexei Sayle, Rik Mayall, Hugh Laurie, Full Cast, Ben Elton, Nigel Planer, Jennifer Saunders, Stephen Fry
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 32 minutes
Release date: March 7, 2024
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
The complete television soundtracks of all 12 episodes of the legendary BBC sitcom Ground-breaking, satirical and anarchic, The Young Ones introduced alternative comedy to mainstream TV, and made household names of its writers and performers. It ran...2024-03-076h 32Listen to Latest Full Audiobooks in Literature, Comedy, Satire & ParodyThe Young Ones: The Complete BBC TV Soundtracks by Lise Mayer, Rik Mayall, Ben EltonPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/702600to listen full audiobooks.
Title: The Young Ones: The Complete BBC TV Soundtracks
Author: Lise Mayer, Rik Mayall, Ben Elton
Narrator: Christopher Ryan, Dawn French, Adrian Edmondson, Alexei Sayle, Rik Mayall, Hugh Laurie, Full Cast, Ben Elton, Nigel Planer, Jennifer Saunders, Stephen Fry
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 6 hours 32 minutes
Release date: March 7, 2024
Genres: Comedy, Satire & Parody
Publisher's Summary:
The complete television soundtracks of all 12 episodes of the legendary BBC sitcom Ground-breaking, satirical and anarchic, The Young Ones introduced alternative comedy to mainstream TV, and made household names of its writers and performers. It ran...2024-03-076h 32
The Louis Theroux PodcastS1 EP9: Ben Elton on ‘cancel culture’, his early stand up career, and writing for Blackadder and The Young OnesLouis meets writer and comedian Ben Elton. They discuss his long and varied comedy career, including standup at the iconic Comedy Store in Soho, as well as writing for Blackadder and The Young Ones. Ben also reveals his thoughts on so-called ‘cancel culture’ and the accusation of being ‘worse than Osama Bin Laden’. Warning: Contains strong language and sensitive themes. Links:The Young Oneshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TLwc9lbJlIQ Blackadderhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rW2sBwrRbfo...2023-08-011h 20
Drummers on DrummingBig Fat Five: Curt Bisquera AKA Kirkee B's (Mick Jagger, Johnny Cash, Elton John, Seal) Top 5 Influential RecordsThis week’s guest is Curt Bisquera, AKA Kirkee B. He’s played with so many great artists, such as Elton John, Mick Jagger, Tom Petty, Sarah Mclaughlin, Lana Del Ray, and Johnny Cash, and that’s just the tip of the iceberg. His pocket is deeeeeep, and his stories are endless. This episode is Kirkee B’s SECOND appearance on the show; I had him on a few years back to discuss five defining moments in his recording career, but this time he discusses the five records that helped shape him to be one of the GO-TO sessions players...2023-07-1239 min
Conversations At Government HouseBen EltonInternationally acclaimed writer, actor, comedian and director, Ben Elton is a man of many talents and many layers and in this wonderful conversation with the Governor you get to hear and share many of them. Enjoy the chat.Watch the full conversation at the Government House website.https://govhouse.wa.gov.au/conversations-at-government-house-writer-producer-comedian-ben-elton/This podcast was a co-production between Barefoot Media Co. and Flint Studios2023-06-1427 min
Brydon &Ben EltonIn this episode Rob is joined by comedian, actor and director Ben Elton at the London Coliseum, home to the new run of "We Will Rock You", the electrifying musical featuring Queen's timeless music. Ben discusses how he feels about his stage acting debut, and how he was approached by Queen themselves to write the musical. The pair also discussed legendary sitcom "The Young Ones," and Ben shares memorable moments from working with comedy icons like Rik Mayall and Adrian Edmondson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://ar...2023-06-0152 min
The Queen PodcastQUEENPOD EPISODE 35 - Ben Elton on We Will Rock youSimon & Ro are joined in the pod booth by legendary British comedian and writer of We Will Rock You (as well as a few other classics) - Ben Elton! We chat to Ben (via the power of zoom, so Ben's audio isn't always the cleanest we're afraid) all about the incredible rock theatrical, from his first meeting with Queen over 20 years ago to the show's return to the West End at the London Coliseum this summer! #pqlFollow Queenpod on social mediaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thequeenpodTwitter: https://twitter.com...2023-05-1053 min
The Chris Evans Show with The National LotteryThe one with Ben EltonThe brilliant Ben Elton shares news of the return of We Will Rock You this summer, we find out why Rod Stewart has been filling in potholes, and Chris shares what links Vassos, Succession, the Pyramids, Michael Jordan's trainers, and AI...Join Chris, Vassos, Rachel, Sinead and the team every weekday for laughs with the listeners, the greatest guests, and a pinch of the papers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.2023-04-1350 min
The Chris Evans Show with The National LotteryRichard Hammond, Stephen Mulhern, Rob Delaney, Ben Elton, Geena DavisThis week on the show we welcome friends from the world of film, television and literature.Motoring maverick Richard Hammond chats series two of his classic car restoration show 'Richard Hammond's Workshop'.The mesmerising Stephen Mulhern turns the pages of his brand-new children's book 'Max Magic'.The brilliant Ben Elton discusses the return of Channel 4's 'Friday Night Live'.Thema and Lousie superstar Genna Davies shares stories from her incredible new autobiography 'Dying of Politeness'.And the incredibly talented Rob Delaney tells us about his heartwrenching new book 'A...2022-10-211h 01
The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X PodcastBen Elton, Ian Broudie and James’ Secret Mug #360The Chris Moyles Show On Radio X Podcast is back! This week saw the return of James and Dom from their holidays - they didn’t vacation together of course, or did they…Let’s find out! Earlier this week it ‘came home’ as we were visited by The Lightning Seeds’ Ian Broudie who talked about his new album and a possible revision of their hit Three Lions. The fun times just kept coming as we were also visited by the multi-talented Ben Elton, who had us in stitches talking about the latest revival of his 80s TV show Friday Night Live...2022-10-211h 15
Tea With TwiggyBen EltonBen Elton is an English comedian, actor, author, playwright, lyricist and director. He was a part of London's alternative comedy movement of the 1980s and became a writer on the sitcoms The Young Ones and Blackadder, as well as continuing as a stand-up comedian on stage and television.The music for the podcast is Twiggy's version of "Waterloo Sunset" by the Kinks and can be found on Apple Music at this link https://music.apple.com/gb/album/romantically-yours/693460953If you’ve enjoyed listening to “Tea With Twiggy” please give t...2022-10-0356 min
The Chris Moyles Show on Radio X PodcastBen Elton, Jake Humphrey & Jack Whitehall #315It’s podcast time! That’s right - the latest episode of The Chris Moyles Show On Radio X Podcast is here. We kicked off the week by speaking to comedy legend Ben Elton about his upcoming residency at the Harold Pinter Theatre in London and apologised for the receptionist failing to recognise him! Later in the week Jake Humphrey joined us in the studio to talk about his new book ‘High Performance’, a follow on from his extremely successful podcast, that Gareth Southgate says got him through lockdown. Jake also had a bone to pick with Chris and accused him of b...2021-12-101h 40
Mariella MeetsBen EltonBen Elton is a stand-up comedian, novelist, playwright, actor and writer who is best known for his work on 1980s sitcoms The Young Ones and Blackadder, and as the popular face of the decade's "alternative comedy" boom. His recent Shakespearean BBC sitcom Upstart Crow was a huge success which he adapted into West End Play. He is also a highly respected author and has published sixteen novels, six of which became number one bestsellers. Widely known for his writing for the stage, he’s written three hit West End plays and the global phenomenon We Will Rock You based on the mus...2021-12-1025 min
Tall And True Short ReadsSigned Stark by Ben EltonIn October 2017, I attended a premiere screening of Three Summers. After the film, there was a Q&A session with the writer/director, Ben Elton. As I commented in a film review on the Tall And True writers' website, I have admired Ben's work since watching him do stand-up comedy on TV in England in 1987.Signed Stark by Ben Elton is a blog post from the Tall And True writers' website, written and narrated by Robert Fairhead.Read Signed Stark by Ben Elton: https://www.tallandtrue.com.au/blog/signed-stark-by-ben-eltonPodcast website: https...2021-10-1806 min
Records RevisitedEpisode 204: Gabe Dixon discusses Elton John’s “Tumbleweed Connection”The guys welcome Gabe Dixon to talk about Elton John’s “Tumbleweed Connection.” Plenty of other discussion including why Ben decided to do a SECOND episode about this classic album, the great advice Paul McCartney gave Gabe, singing the high parts for Supertramp songs, playing behind Susan Tedeschi and Derek Trucks (legends!), the Reno Gang (Wayne goes down multiple wormholes), do we hear a single, Elizabethtown, and find out why Ben hates his original scores now.Check out at: https://www.gabedixon.com/Check out at: https://www.eltonjohn.com/...2021-09-221h 42
Sweetman PodcastSweetman Podcast # 265 - Ben EltonA brief phone conversation with the legendary comic mind and author Ben Elton. We talk about his tour with a bit of looking back to when and how he made his name in the 1980s as a writer for legendary TV shows and creator of iconic characters.2021-07-0819 min
Sweetman PodcastSweetman Podcast # 265 - Ben EltonA brief phone conversation with the legendary comic mind and author Ben Elton. We talk about his tour with a bit of looking back to when and how he made his name in the 1980s as a writer for legendary TV shows and creator of iconic characters. Get full access to Sounds Good! at simonsweetman.substack.com/subscribe2021-07-0819 min
Off The RecordBen EltonLegendary English comedian and writer Ben Elton dropped by to chat with Tracey about his new live show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-05-2704 min
Off The RecordBen EltonLegendary English comedian and writer Ben Elton dropped by to chat with Tracey about his new live show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2021-05-2704 min
Ben In the BasementBen In The Basement - Show 4 (May 7th)Election fever has gripped Keighley! Or is that the Brasso shakes? Either way we're going to rock out to the June Whitfield-approved likes of Sounds of Swami, NOFX, Alice Cooper, Waving at Dinosaurs, Elton John, The Interrupters, Micky Dey and everyone's favourite Doctor Who Companion. Plus comedy, poetry, event news, stickiness and trouble. Tracklist: NOFX - "MURDER THE GOVERNMENT" (So Long and Thanks for All the Shoes, 1997)http://www.nofxofficialwebsite.comALICE COOPER - "ELECTED" (Billion Dollar Babies, 1973)https://alicecooper.comSO...2021-05-1558 min
Rev. Derek's Ruminations'Blind Faith' by Ben EltonIn a first for me, here, I give my thoughts on a first time read. 'Blind Faith' whilst having a lot of the hallmarks of Ben Elton's style, humour and concerns, is also a deeply dark book. Listener discretion is strongly advised. This is not an episode for children to hear. Themes of sex, infant mortality, anti-vaxxers, a Theocracy, Global Warming and reality TV are all here in Elton's dystopian future London.
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Blackadder II episode 1 'Money' sampled from here
Brave...2021-04-3032 min
Speak The Speech by Bell ShakespeareS2 Ep1: Ben EltonHamlet from Hamlet Act 3, Scene 2 performed by Ben Elton
Welcome to season two of Speak The Speech! In this episode, Ben Elton joins James to speak about Hamlet’s speech from Act 3, Scene 2 (the very speech our podcast derives its name from). They talk about Ben's discovery of Shakespeare and theatre, his comedy series Upstart Crow, and how Shakespeare is the classic British sitcom character. Ben Elton is a multi-award-winning writer, comic, actor and director. His TV writing credits include The Young Ones, Blackadder, The Thin Blue Line and Upstart Crow. Since 1989 he's published 16 novels and written Wes...2021-03-3053 min
Dr.Elton Kazanxhi PodcastÇfarë pyetjesh bën Terapisti Strategjik?ÇFARË KAM MËSUAR NGA TERAPIA SHKURTËR? Ndiqni faqen time Dr. Elton Kazanxhi www.emiitaly.com Facebook EMI Albania Macedonia Kosovo --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/elton-kazanxhi/message2021-02-2412 min
MIC'ED UPHow Does Sports Injuries Affect Student Athletes I Ben Cheong - MIC'ED UP EP 11Benjamin Cheong (@ben.c311) is a 4 times Sukma Gymnast and very passionate in how the body works and also how to maintain it. He is currently finishing up his course as a Physiotherapist in the UK and advising clients on how to better take care of your body. Hope this brings value to you in some way and do drop a feedback in the comments!! Stay awesome my peeps!! Follow us on Instagram Mic'ed Up - https://www.instagram.com/miced_up/ Ben Cheong - https://www.instagram.com/ben.c311/ T...2020-09-2627 min
Listen 2 This"Bennie and the Jets" by Elton JohnFuture music from 1974 could be past music from 2020. Also, Ben meets Elton John 22 years after this song is released. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/listen2this)2020-05-1319 min