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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Obbocast 04: Top 10 Half-Hour Funnies (Clip)For this month's obbo, Patrick is joined by fellow presenter and Reaching a Verdict author Edward Kellett!
Between them, this talented pair of TV history detectives select their combined Top 10 comedy episodes from the half-hour era. Will you agree with their choices?
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The Bill Podcast is brought to you in proud association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk vanguardcomics.co.uk gibconsultancy.co.uk and mcr-seo.com2025-04-2701 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 137: Richard Hope (Part 1)Rob Cook makes his presenting debut and brings us an MIT special with series regular Richard Hope (DS Barry Purvis)
One of this country's most successful character actors discusses his new role in #Giant opposite John Lithgow! At the time of the interview, Giant was about to open at the Royal Court and following a successful run the play has now transferred to the West End for a limited run at the Harold Pinter Theatre - https://www.haroldpintertheatre.co.uk/shows/giant
Rob also takes Richard back in time as he shares highlights of his career, from working with...2025-04-2534 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Obbocast 03: 1989 Top 10 - Extended ClipRob Cook introduces the third edition of this monthly spinoff series, where Patrick Stratford is joined by The Bill fan ROYALTY. A viewer since Woodentop, Sarah Went is a Sun Hill connoisseur of the highest calibre and creator of The Billaton - the greatest online resource for the series to ever grace the internet - https://thebillaton.com/
In this fantastic hour-long discussion, Sarah shares her incredibly personal journey as a Bill fan and human being. The talented duo then join forces to select their Top 10 list of favourite episodes from 1989.
Please enjoy the first five minutes of the podcast...2025-02-2705 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Obbocast 02: Bob Cryer Special - Extended ClipIn the second episode of our new monthly spinoff series, Patrick Stratford is joined by our friend and sponsor Mark Bennett of Vanguard Comics, who shares his top Sgt. Bob Cryer episodes in a podcast jam-packed with love for Sun Hill. Please enjoy the first few minute of the podcast and join us for the full 50-minute Obbo for just £2.99 on patreon.com/thebillpodcast where you will also instantly unlock hundreds of Reaction videos, Reunion highlights and sample episodes of The Evidence Room 1999.
In this clip, Mark Bennett tells us about working with several "The Bill" stars at Gosport Comic C...2025-02-1804 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 136: Lucy Speed and Sally Rogers (Part 2)James Crisall from Manchester SEO introduces the finale of Patrick Stratford's glorious interview with legends Lucy Speed & Sally Rogers. As well as sharing some gold-dust about some of their Sun Hill colleagues, the talented pair discuss working with a ferret, guest actors, directors, the move to the 9pm slot, the perils of HD and their reaction to the series being axed.
And if you'd like to enjoy even more from Sally then you are in for a treat. In an engaging interview with the Manchester SEO Podcast, Sally shares her journey and insights into the world of acting. She reflects...2025-02-0538 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 135: Lucy Speed and Sally Rogers (Part 1)STEVIE AND JO ARE BACK! Sally Rogers returns to The Bill Podcast with her good friend, the mighty Lucy Speed (DS Stevie Moss), a bona fide legend of screen and stage.
Interviewing the legends is one of our own: TV historian and The Bill Podcast executive producer Patrick Stratford, who does a fantastic job in his first-ever podcast recording!
This is the first of a two-part interview where the legends take a fond look back at their time at Sun Hill, plus discuss some of their recent work.
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in proud association with georgefairbrother...2025-02-0334 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 134: Brian Bovell (DC Rob Thatcher) Part 3The Sun Hill legends return for the finale of their trilogy! This time there are more "The Bill" memories as Brian answers more fan questions and reveals the circumstances that led to Rob Thatcher's tragic exit from the series. Then there's all the usual mayhem from Roles Play as Brian does his best to answer Natalie's quickfire questions.
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Manchester SEO is the Search Engine Optimisation Consultancy helping businesses and business owners generate more t...2025-02-0340 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Obbocast 01: Ted Roach Special - Extended ClipThe Bill Obbocast is a new monthly spin-off series, available for ALL patrons, where presenter Patrick Stratford and a special guest from the Patreon community share their observations about a chosen aspect of "The Bill".
The first hour-long edition features our sponsor and executive producer George Fairbrother as he joins Patrick to discuss the iconic character DS Ted Roach, with a focus on his spectacular exit in "Punch Drunk" and a cracking discussion about police corruption. George also shares some gold about the broadcasting history of "The Bill" in Australia on the ABC.
The Billaton legend Sarah Went introduces this...2025-01-2105 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 133: Brian Bovell (DC Rob Thatcher) Part 2Merry Christmas Bill fans! Enjoy Christmas Day in the company of two Noughties legends. After a discussion about Brian's early award-winning theatre work, this talented pair begin a deep dive into their time at Sun Hill - where Natalie asks the first batch of fan questions submitted by our producer Patrons. This includes memories of the one and only Reverend Biggie Tembo!
Thank you to all our listeners this year. 2025 will see lots of change for The Bill Podcast, as we welcome a brand new line-up of presenters and an array of special guest legends.
The Bill Podcast Patreon channel...2024-12-2033 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 132: Brian Bovell (DC Rob Thatcher) Part 1THATCHER'S BACK! The mighty Brian Bovell makes his debut on The Bill Podcast, reunited with Natalie for the first time in 20 years.
Brian is literally one of the busiest actors in the country, he's already notched up 25 screen roles this decade alone! Natalie asks Brian about joining the "Star Wars" universe for his recent role in "Andor". A true science fiction fan, Brian also talks about working on David S. Goyer's "Foundation" and pays tribute to the late great "Star Trek" legend Nichelle Nichols.
Then we go back in time to Brian's childhood, his breakthrough roles in the feature film "...2024-11-2933 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 131: Liz Crowther (Sgt. Jane Kendall) Part 2How many of us have wondered what happened to Sergeant Jane Kendall over the years? Why did one of Britain's finest actresses have such a short run at Sun Hill? It's to find out, as the legendary Liz Crowther discusses her time on "The Bill" for the first time in 30 years...
With huge thanks to Lin from Scott Marshall Partners for her help in setting up this interview.
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The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk...2024-11-0139 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 130: Liz Crowther (Sgt. Jane Kendall) Part 1The phenomenal Liz Crowther is one of our finest actresses and in a rare gap in her incredibly busy CV, she was kind enough to make her podcast debut just for us lucky Bill fans!
In the first of a two-part interview, Liz discusses some of her recent projects, including the award-winning play "Es & Flo", her guest appearance in "Vera" and a brand new feature film she shot in French! We then go back in time and discuss growing up with her very famous Dad and her own journey into the industry. All this builds up nicely to Part 2, where...2024-09-2737 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 129: The FuturePlease note: a video version of this podcast is available to watch for free on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/posts/future-of-bill-109785528
In this hour-long special, Oliver introduces the new presenting family, who each reveal their first special guest interviewees.
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This edition of The Bill Podcast is dedicated to our friend, executive producer and long-time supporter Tom Sherrington. Rest in peace mate.2024-08-171h 07
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 128: Paul Marquess (Executive Producer) Part 3It's the finale of this stunning trilogy of Podcasts with Paul Marquess!
I hope you'll agree that Natalie asked all the big questions throughout this interview and that for his part, Paul answered honestly and showed a lot of genuine affection for the programme. Thank you very much Paul for coming on the Podcast and to Natalie for making it all possible.
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This podcast kicks off with Natalie reading a promo for "Catching a Killer"...2024-07-1332 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 127: Paul Marquess (Executive Producer) Part 2In Part 2 of this epic Podcast with Paul Marquess, the man who was tasked with revamping "The Bill" in the Noughties shares his memories of the late great Bernie Nolan (Sgt. Sheelagh Murphy) and securing guest stars like Lynda Bellingham and Lysette Anthony. Natalie also asks Paul about the famous gay kiss storyline!
Paul also discusses the ups and downs of his TV career, including his groundbreaking Channel 5 improvised drama series "Suspects", the mistakes he feels he made on "MIT" and how he corrected them for his new BBC murder series "London Kills".
There's plenty more "The Bill" chat to...2024-06-1430 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 126: Paul Marquess (Executive Producer) Part 1Ladies and gentlemen, the time has come for you all to meet the man described by the press as 'The Axeman' when he was tasked in 2002 with trying to save "The Bill"... the one and only Mr. Paul Marquess (Executive Producer, 2002-2005)
We owe Natalie Roles a HUGE amount of thanks for making this interview happen. Also massive thanks to Paul, who gave up a significant amount of his time whilst actually on location during the making of his new BBC series "Hope Street" to do this podcast - something many television Executives wouldn't have done.
Enjoy Part 1 of this...2024-05-1134 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 125: Michael Seely (Saturday Morning Press)HE'S BACK! Oliver returns to The Bill Podcast while Natalie is away filming. In this bonus edition of the show, Oliver interviews his good friend Michael Seely (author, TV historian, publisher and sponsor of The Bill Podcast) where we discuss his brilliant work with Saturday Morning Press.
The two TV historians trade research stories and share their passion for celebrating television of the past. Michael also reveals how his thoughts on "The Bill" have changed over the years... If you've ever toyed with the idea of writing a book about your favourite television show, then this is the interview for...2024-04-1254 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 124: Pal Aron (DC Brandon Kane) Part 3Welcome to the extended finale of this three-course feast of an interview with the wonderful Pal Aron!
Pal and Natalie continue to discuss his time at Sun Hill, where Natalie asks him to share some memories of some of their lovely colleagues...
Pal also reflects on his time on the cobbles, his role in the BAFTA-winning sitcom Stella, his recent writing work, a dream job on the big screen AND they both share stories about the music icon Prince!
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk cityfiction.co.uk and vanguardcomics...2024-03-2946 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 123: Pal Aron (DC Brandon Kane) Part 2Welcome back to Part 2 of Natalie's Bill Podcast interview with her friend and colleague Pal Aron (DC Brandon Kane) This time Pal shares memories of growing up in Birmingham, discovering acting, his impressive work in the theatre and joining the BBC's flagship drama series Casualty. They also begin to talk about Pal's time as DC Brandon Kane in The Bill and discuss THAT Cathy Bradford storyline.
We're also thrilled to introduce our new sponsor vanguardcomics.co.uk who on Sunday April 14th are hosting Gosport Comic Con, where you can meet Natalie Roles, Larry Dann, Raji James and Mark Wingett...2024-02-2837 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 122: Pal Aron (DC Brandon Kane) Part 1BRANDON'S BACK! After 20 years, Natalie was very happy to be reunited with the immensely talented Pal Aron (DC Brandon Kane) for a special trilogy of Podcasts!
In Part 1, these two legends are going to make you hungry, as they both LOVE their food and talk about some of their favourite cuisine. Natalie was also interested to see how Pal's tastes might have changed in the last 20 years, so she reminds him of some answers he gave in a Q&A back in their Sun Hill days. They also chat about some of Pal's most recent acting work, which has taken...2024-01-2830 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 121: Jane Wall (PC Di Worrell) Part 3New Years Eve is perhaps the perfect time to release this interview, as Jane recalls the fireworks that were going off behind the scenes in 2002 with the arrival of new Executive Producer Paul Marquess. Jane had never seen her explosive exit from The Bill until Oliver sent her a highlights reel of her time as Di Worrell ahead of this interview and so we hear Jane's thoughts on this for the very first time.
New Years Eve is also a time for reflection and to look ahead at new beginnings and Jane's new life in L.A. has brought her...2023-12-3134 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 120: Jane Wall (PC Di Worrell) Part 2MERRY CHRISTMAS! Natalie Roles, aka D.S. Debbie McSanta takes her good friend Jane Wall back in time as they do a deep dive into her time as P.C. Di Worrell. Jane shares some absolutely brilliant memories and insight here - including her interview for the job and the production team's reason for creating Di. There's memories of filming and Natalie also reads out a message from an old friend... There's LOADS of gold-dust in this and that's before we even get near the Marquess era, which will be coming up in Part 3, though you won't have to wait...2023-12-2535 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 119: Jane Wall (PC Di Worrell) Part 1DI WORRELL IS BACK! Special guest presenter Natalie Roles continues to bring us gold-dust and today a new trilogy begins with her dear friend Jane Wall, who now lives in Los Angeles. In Part 1 of this brilliant interview, Natalie asks Jane about life in L.A., her recent acting work on "Grey's Anatomy", discovering the acting bug and growing up in 1970's London. Plus, Jane shares her memories of her guest appearance in "The Bill" prior to joining as a regular. Give the legend a follow on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/janewallofficial/
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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 118: Raji James (DS Vik Singh) Part 3This special reunion between two CID Sarges reaches its climax as Raji shares some hilarious encounters he's had with the public when the pair talk about fame. Raji also takes part in Natalie's "Roles Play" quickfire round and then dishes out some absolutely fascinating insight into the acting process including some brilliant self-tape tips. Oh and they chat about soup... lots of soup!
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk2023-10-2735 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 117: Raji James (DS Vik Singh) Part 2Hello and welcome back to Part 2 of this special trilogy with the wonderful Raji James
This time Natalie does a deep dive into Raji's time on "The Bill" and they discuss key storylines, co-stars, behind-the-scenes politics and how and why Raji left the series.
Raji also shares his experiences of joining "EastEnders" and recalls his famous death scene in "Doctor Who"...
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk2023-09-2834 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 116: Raji James (DS Vik Singh) Part 1VIK IS BACK! Welcome to the first part of this special trilogy with Natalie's old Sun Hill sparring partner Raji James, who as DS Vik Singh joined The Bill at the same time as our legendary presenter!
Reunited for the first time in 20 years, the pair start off by chatting about Raji's recent work on "Hollyoaks", playing a spoof version of himself on a Podcast, his background and early days as an actor, and how before he landed the role on "The Bill", he starred in the absolutely massive big-screen hit "East is East"...
Can't wait for Part 2? You can...2023-08-2535 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 115: Tony Drury (City Fiction Author & Sponsor)Today, we are diving into the crime fiction world with our special guest - crime novelist and new The Bill Podcast co-sponsor Tony Drury, the author behind five DCI Sarah Rudd novels, where in each book, he drew upon his experience as a London financier to inspire the DCI’s array of suspects as she exposed an underworld of dark practices.
His latest book, "Square Mile Tales" - is a fascinating Memoir taking readers on a helta-skelta ride around the City of London, where along the way he had memorable encounters with some notable criminals…
In this fascinating interview, Natalie pick...2023-07-2943 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 114: Beth Cordingly (PC Kerry Young) Part 3It’s time for the third and final part of Natalie's chat with the fantastic Beth Cordingly. This time, we hear more about Beth’s time as PC Kerry Young and working with the legendary Roberta Taylor. The legends also remember awards nights, trade stories about bad publicity, run-ins with journalists, dream jobs and lots, lots more! So pop the kettle on and enjoy the finale of this special trilogy!
We are also pleased to introduce you to our new co-sponsor - City Fiction - a publishing house dedicated to supporting and promoting new and established innovative writers. Tony Drury is t...2023-07-2135 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 113: Beth Cordingly (PC Kerry Young) Part 2Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) continues her chat with the glorious Beth Cordingly (PC Kerry Young) This time the pair trade stories of presenting, being recognised, awkward encounters, writing, exercising and we reveal which James Bond loved The Bill...
Patrons enjoyed this episode SIX MONTHS ago! If you'd like to unlock Part 3 now, plus Natalie's next trilogies with Raji James (DS Vik Singh) and Jane Wall (PC Di Worrell) these are available as Video Podcasts for Sergeant patrons on patreon.com/thebillpodcast
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The...2023-06-1736 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 112: Beth Cordingly (PC Kerry Young) Part 1A new era of The Bill Podcast begins! Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) is your new presenter and will be interviewing some of her dearest Sun Hill pals! Joining her first behind the microphone is Beth Cordingly (PC Kerry Young) and there's lots of laughs as two old friends catch up in Part 1 of this trilogy.
Patrons enjoyed this episode six months ago. If you'd like to unlock Parts 2 and 3 now, plus Natalie's next chats with Raji James (DS Vik Singh) and Jane Wall (PC Di Worrell) these are available as Video Podcasts for Sergeant patrons on patreon.com/thebillpodcast
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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 111: Karen England (End Credits Legend)THE FEET FROM THE CREDITS! Karen England worked on The Bill for over 15 years as a supporting artist, making several credited appearances as WPC Taylor/Dobey (and even Brind!) In this rare interview, Karen shares her memories of working on The Bill right from the very beginning at Artichoke Hill - and dispels some myths about the making of those famous end credits sequences.
Karen now works as a healer and this Podcast features an amazing discussion about Karen's work.
This edition of the Podcast also features a lengthy opening intro from Oliver, who is handing the mic over to...2023-04-0755 min
The Bill PodcastBOOK OFFERS - Witness Statements: Making The BillThe Bill Podcast is 6 years old this weekend! To celebrate, both #WitnessStatements guidebooks are ON OFFER this weekend only.
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Go behind the scenes of "The Bill" as 40 cast and crew share their memories of making the first three series and the "Woodentop" pilot. Featuring interviews with Sun Hill legends John Salthouse (D.I. Galloway), Eric Richard (Sgt. Cryer), Mark Wingett (P.C. Carver) Trudie Goodwin (W.P.C. Ackland), Jon Iles (D.C. Dashwood), Colin Blumenau (P.C...2023-03-1703 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 110: Roland Oliver (Sgt. Joseph Corrie) Part 2"I had a beginning, a middle and an end..." Roland Oliver reveals exactly what *should* have happened to Sgt. Corrie - including a deleted "end" scene! This is a fascinating glimpse into what seems to have been a pretty disorganised time at "The Bill" in terms of how the contracts of a number of cast members were dealt with. Roland is very honest about his time on the show and career as a whole - though I do my best to give him the credit I feel he deserves.
He also shares some very funny anecdotes about recent roles in "...2023-02-1841 min
The Bill PodcastLetter from Helvetica: Fiction PodcastAndrew Mackintosh (DS Greig)makes his long-awaited return to acting in a brand new fiction podcast! "Letter from Helvetica" is based on a novel that Andrew wrote in his spare time over a four-year period. In a blinding flash of unadulterated genius – albeit one that took about ten years to gestate – he realised that it would make a splendid podcast. With good fortune, he managed to persuade fellow The Bill alumnus Natalie Roles (DS McAllister) into playing the role of Abigail, and entice Oliver Crocker (The Bill Podcast) into producing it.
Letter from Helvetica is a humorous ‘epistolary’ novel that takes th...2023-02-0409 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 109: Roland Oliver (Sgt. Joseph Corrie) Part 1SGT. CORRIE IS BACK! The wonderful Roland Oliver has been acting for over five decades and played four different roles in "The Bill" - including an all-too brief run as Sgt. Joseph Corrie (1990-91). In this rare and highly entertaining interview, we get to know Roland as he shares some wonderful anecdotes from his career - including a memorable guest part in "Doctor Who" opposite Tom Baker. As well as some cracking theatrical tales, Roland also tells us about his Grandad - who was a real-life Met police officer, walking the beat in the East End! We'll be diving into...2023-01-2841 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 108: The Bill Reunion 7 (Part 3)The third and final part of highlights from The Bill Reunion 7 - which took place on Saturday November 12th 2022. The Q&A takes centre stage in this finale - after a few more questions from me, the audience asked the legends some great questions - highlights of those are presented here for you all to enjoy.
My huge thanks to our bonus guest on the evening, the director Mr. John Bruce - and to our all-star line-up - Suzanne Maddock, Lisa Geoghan, Tom Butcher, Tony Virgo, Ashley Gunstock, our guest of honour Mr Eric Richard and our surprise special guest...2023-01-0145 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 107: The Bill Reunion 7 (Part 2)Highlights from The Bill Reunion 7, which took place at London’s Cinema Museum on Saturday November 12th 2022.
In this Podcast, we pick up the Q&A with Suzanne Maddock, Lisa Geoghan and Tom Butcher, before welcoming to the stage producer/director Tony Virgo, original cast member Ashley Gunstock and our guest of honour Mr. Eric Richard! And as you'll hear, we might have had a surprise for the audience on the night as well…
The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to y...2022-12-2537 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 106: The Bill Reunion 7 (Part 1)Highlights from The Bill Reunion 7, which took place at London’s Cinema Museum on Saturday November 12th 2022. Huge thanks to both Phil Clark and Graham Gurtner, the technical wizards at the Cinema Museum, who not only organised all the sound and the lighting, but also very kindly as a bonus, recorded the Q&A as well so that we would be able to share the evening with those of you who weren’t able to attend.
In Part 1 of this Christmas Special, you’ll be hearing the first half hour of the Q&A, featuring Suzanne Maddock (PC Cass Rickman), Lisa G...2022-12-1735 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 105: Joy Brook (D.C. Kerry Holmes) Part 2Part 2 of Joy's Podcast, we do a deep dive into Sun Hill CID 1998-2000, discussing some of Joy's favourite Kerry episodes, including the seminal "Follow Through". Joy fondly recalls her co-stars and the crew. Joy also reveals whether it was her decision to leave "The Bill" or not... She also shares what her son makes of "The Bill" now, as well as her hopes for the future! Joy really is joy personified - enjoy this in-depth chat with a proper legend!2022-11-1836 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 104: Joy Brook (D.C. Kerry Holmes) Part 1KERRY'S BACK! The mighty Joy Brook shares her memories of The Bill. Recorded just after restrictions eased, Joy talks about how lockdown, streaming services, her recent work on the theatre and teaching drama. Joy then recalls her early acting career and working on "The Thin Blue Line" with Rowan Atkinson and David Haig and "Dalziel and Pascoe" with Warren Clarke, before joining "The Bill" in 1998. More gold-dust from Joy to come in Part 2!2022-10-2931 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 103: Iain Fletcher (DC Rod Skase) Part 4In the finale of this special quadrilogy with a true Sun Hill legend, we continue to dive into Iain's time as D.C. Rod Skase. We explore his friendship with Simon Rouse and which co-stars he has kept in touch with, plus his memories of the 1997 Christmas special "Twanky".
Sergeant Patrons first enjoyed a video version of this Podcast over six months ago. To unlock over 60 hours of "The Bill" related content, including cast/commentaries, reunion highlights, reaction videos, "Billgrimage" location videos, "Off the Beat" bonus podcasts and much more, join the investigation and lend your support from £2.49 a month a...2022-09-3030 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 102: Iain Fletcher (DC Rod Skase) Part 3The gold-dust continues as Iain Fletcher dives deep into his time as DC Rod Skase, discussing his memorable exit episode from the series and how difficult a decision it was for him to move on from the series. He also shares some fantastic memories of executive producer Michael Chapman and production scheduler Nigel Wilson. Also as a bonus, enjoy an alternative extended version of the original jazzy version of The Bill Podcast theme after the closing credits.
The memories continue in Part 4 of this special quadrilogy, which Sergeant Patrons first enjoyed as a video version over six months ago. To...2022-09-0229 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 101: Iain Fletcher (DC Rod Skase) Part 2This special quadrilogy with actor Iain Fletcher continues as we find out more about his recent role (on stage at the time of recording) in Hugh Salmon's "Into Battle" and discuss where he grew up and first got the acting bug. And we start to talk some more about one of the most popular Sun Hill characters of all time...
Sergeant Patrons first enjoyed a video version of this Podcast over six months ago. To unlock over 60 hours of "The Bill" related content, including cast/commentaries, reunion highlights, reaction videos, "Billgrimage" location videos, "Off the Beat" bonus podcasts and much...2022-08-1231 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 100: Iain Fletcher (DC Rod Skase) Part 1The 100th episode of The Bill Podcast is here, brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com mcgoldrickwatchrepairs.com and Misty Moon Events. And its a special one, as Rod Skase is back! This first part of a special quadrilogy with actor Iain Fletcher will explore his time on the series in a rare and honest interview. In Part 1, we discuss his recent role (on stage at the time of recording) in Hugh Salmon's "Into Battle".
Sergeant Patrons first enjoyed a video version of this Podcast over six months ago. To unlock over 60 hours of "The Bill" related content, including...2022-07-2331 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 99: Sally Rogers and Chris Simmons (Part 4)Video version of this Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1hEugZG8K4Y
In this bonus release, Sally and Chris return to discuss coming out of lockdown and finally bringing their play to the stage. The Still Room only runs until June 25th at the Park Theatre London -https://www.parktheatre.co.uk/whats-on/the-still-room BOOK TO SEE IT WHILE YOU CAN!
The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk...2022-06-1945 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 98: Nigel Douglas (Director)Nigel Douglas is one of Britain's finest directors and one of the longest serving directors of "The Bill" In this interview, recorded in February 2020, we met at the Park Theatre in London, where Nigel was working on Sally Rogers' "The Still Room", starring Chris Simmons. The production was forced to be cancelled when the country was plunged into lockdown, but at last the play is finally OUT NOW! In this interview, Nigel discusses the play, the role of the director in theatre and television and shares just how hard it is to get a play into production (a poignant reminder...2022-06-1027 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 97: Sally Rogers and Chris Simmons (Part 3)Join us again back in January 2020, when I chatted to two brilliant actors just before we were plunged into lockdown. This time we kick off with Sally recalling her audition process, while Chris recalls the changes to the cast during his early years on the show. Sally also discusses moving into Uniform and they both comment on whether The Bill could be revived today. Lets all support THE STILL ROOM - written by Sally, starring Chris and directed by The Bill director Nigel Douglas, PLAYING NOW at the Park Theatre in London from until June 25th: https://www.parktheatre.co...2022-06-0132 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 96: Kerry Peers (WDC Suzi Croft) Part 3This is an extended episode for the finale of this trilogy with an absolute legend and special human being. We continue to explore Kerry's time on "The Bill", with memories of specific episodes, reunions and whether she would return to the role if Sun Hill ever materialises.
The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk
Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast and...2022-05-2138 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 95: Sally Rogers & Chris Simmons (Part 2)The most eagerly anticipated sequel in Podcast history as two Sun Hill legends return for Part 2 of their three-part interview, looking back at The Bill and forward to their new production THE STILL ROOM - finally heading to the Park Theatre on June 1st 2022 - over two years since lockdown forced the play's cancellation. We continue where we left off as Sally and Chris recall the final series of The Bill in 2010. We also chat about discovering the acting bug and hilarity ensues as they recall Billy Murray's comb... Click below to find out more about Sally's play The Still...2022-05-0630 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 94: Kerry Peers (WDC Suzi Croft) Part 2This feature-length chat with a delightful legend continues. This time we discuss how Kerry got the part of Suzi Croft and she shares some of her favourite memories from filming.
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Over 150 hours of bonus content available patreon.com/thebillpodcast2022-04-2333 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 93: Stuart Gibbon (Part 4)The final part of this fascinating chat with Stuart features his thoughts on how The Bill could return to our screens - and advice for those of you out there who have toyed with writing! You can find out more about Stuart on his website gibconsultancy.co.uk and find his true crime reference guides on Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stuart-Gibbon/e/B07MBFCXZ6/
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com and Misty Moon Events, whose upcoming The Bill Reunion 6 is at the Cinema Museum in London on Saturday April 30th...2022-04-0825 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 92: Kerry Peers (WDC Suzi Croft) Part 1SUZI CROFT IS BACK! The mighty Kerry Peers chats about her MA during Lockdown that led to her new TV pilot "Accidental Guru" (which you can still support and donate towards the post-production costs using the link below), making positive changes to her personal life and career through the power of positive thinking, plus how her acting career began. LOADS more to come in Part 2 and 3 - Kerry is divine company and a quality human being! Enjoy!
Support the post-production costs of Kerry's "Accidental Guru" TV pilot and get your name on the credits https://www.gofundme.com/f/accidental-guru-comedy-pilot-fundraiser
...2022-03-1933 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 91: Stuart Gibbon (Part 3)In Part 3, we do a deep dive into Stuart's crime reference books - and his thoughts on current police drama series. You can find out more about Stuart on his website gibconsultancy.co.uk and you can buy his true crime reference guides on Amazon - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stuart-Gibbon/e/B07MBFCXZ6/
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com and Misty Moon Events, whose upcoming The Bill Reunion 6 is at the Cinema Museum in London on Saturday April 30th - www.cinemamuseum.org.uk2022-03-0426 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 90: Ged Simmons (D.I. Alex Cullen) Part 2In Part Two, Ged and I discuss the Marquess era and I remind him of some classic Cullen lines. We also chat about his exit from the series and some of his work as a writer. Plus, how he'd like to be involved if Sun Hill came back to our screens...
Ged's first book, The Gravedigger's Story is "A charming, melancholy yet eloquent tale, beautifully told" - Fay Weldon
Ged's second book, Performance Anxiety - a comedy in three acts - is an eBook very very loosely autobiographical - a year in the life of an actor struggling with his...2022-02-1828 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 89: Stuart Gibbon (Part 2)In Part 2 of Stuart Gibbon's Podcast, the former Senior Detective recalls the introduction of P.A.C.E. into the police. In Part 2 we'll also be chatting about Stuart's move into C.I.D. and real life "old school" detectives and a harrowing real life murder investigation... we also chat about his favourite characters from "The Bill" - and how his wife is a superfan! Find out more about Stuart at gibconsultancy.co.uk and follow the great man on twitter @gibconsultancy
Next time, we'll be exploring Stuart's books and advice for crime writers - maybe YOUR bestseller will be...2022-02-0426 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 88: Ged Simmons (D.I. Alex Cullen) Part 1D.I. CULLEN IS BACK! The mighty Ged Simmons (D.I. Alex Cullen 2000-02) joins us for a two-part stroll down memory lane! In Part One, we chat about Ged's new role in "Vera", his work on "Harry Potter and the Cursed Child", his early acting work, travelling around Australia and landing the role of Alex Cullen after several guest roles in "The Bill". Stay tuned for more gold-dust in Part 2 as we discuss the Marquess era!
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com and Misty Moon Events, whose upcoming The Bill Reunion 6 is at...2022-01-2127 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 86: Shaun Scott (D.I. Chris Deakin)CHRIS DEAKIN IS BACK! The mesmerising Shaun Scott shares his memories of playing one of the most popular characters in The Bill's rich history in this rare interview. We also celebrate Shaun's recent roles in Amazon Prime drama "Sardar Udham" and the acclaimed short film "I Am Pilate" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xxt5B8xHusI
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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 84: Kevin Holland (Part 3)Welcome back to The Bill Podcast and to this final part of a special trilogy with former Met police officer - and real life legend - Kevin Holland. In this episode we talk about making a difference as a copper and how Kevin is continuing to do so now for the environment!
You can follow the great man on Twitter @thesolarshed and you can find his book A Pig in Shit on Amazon.
Kevin is also a supporter of the Justice for Yvonne Fletcher campaign, which he’ll be talking about in Part 3 but if you’d like to read more...2021-11-2227 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 82: Kevin Holland (Part 2)Welcome back to The Bill Podcast and to the second part of this special trilogy with former Met police officer - and real life legend - Kevin Holland. The gold dust continues as we discuss Kevin’s work on the Aylesbury estate - and how The Bill as a series helped with that work. Sit back, relax and enjoy…
Follow the great man on Twitter @thesolarshed and you can find his book A Pig in Sh!t on Amazon - www.amazon.co.uk/Pig-Sh-Europes-p…n/dp/150614697X/
Kevin is also a supporter of the Justice for Yvonne Fletcher campaign - www...2021-10-2926 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Reunion Highlights on PatreonHighlights from The Bill Reunion 7 are live NOW for all supporters of The Bill Podcast Patreon channel, courtesy of our friends and sponsors Misty Moon Events
Patrons can enjoy 30 minutes of video highlights from a very entertaining evening, featuring Lisa Geoghan (WPC Polly Page), Louise Harrison (WPC Donna Harris), Andrew Mackintosh (DS Alastair Greig) and Vic Gallucci the longest serving CID extra (DC Tom Baker).
There’s also two more 30 minute Highlight Podcasts from the previous two Misty Moon The Bill Reunions - you can enjoy Graham Cole (PC Tony Stamp), Ashley Gunstock (PC Robin Frank), Robert Hudson (PC Yorkie Sm...2021-10-1007 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 79: John Challis (Guest Star)EDIT: Oliver is terribly sad to learn that John has passed away. He was a delightful man to chat to, very generous with his time and tremendously supportive. RIP John Challis (1942-2021).
John Challis was one of the finest and most beloved actors this country has ever produced. Back in 1988, we were lucky to have his talents at the centre of the action of "Runaround", where bus driver Ian Gore goes berserk with a sledgehammer. In this Podcast, John shared his memories of working on "The Bill" whilst we also discuss police programmes in general, talk about his own books...2021-09-1730 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 78: Lawrence Lambert (Guest Star)On Woodentop's anniversary, we go back to the early days of "The Bill" with wonderful actor Lawrence Lambert, who guest-starred in multiple episodes of "The Bill" and shared his memories of playing safe robber Eddie in Series One's "Death of a Cracksman" for Oliver's book "Witness Statements".
A fantastic interviewee, this expanded chat features Lawrence's memories of being tutored by Barbara Windsor, his breakthrough TV role in "Minder", some of his later roles on "The Bill" and his current work directing and teaching film Students at the Met Film School.
Additional memories from Lawrence about "Death of a Cracksman" can...2021-08-1630 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 77: Lolita Chakrabarti OBE (WPC Jamila Blake) Part 2In Part 2 of this Podcast with the mighty Lolita Chakrabarti, we walk the beat down memory lane of her time on The Bill, discussing specific storylines, plus her hopes for the future. Since recording this interview, Lolita has been appointed an OBE in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List! Follow the legend on Twitter - @lolitachakra
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with:
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georgefairbrother.com and Misty Moon Events, organisers of The Bill Reunions mistymoonfilmsociety.com2021-07-2528 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 76: Lolita Chakrabarti OBE (WPC Jamila Blake) Part 1JAMILA'S BACK! The mighty Lolita Chakrabarti OBE joins us for a two-part special! In Part 1, we chat about Lolita's fantastic dual career as actress and writer - looking at her recent successes, her latest production "Hymn" and the struggles with Lockdown, analyse her early career and how she joined a certain police station in Sun Hill... even more gold dust to follow in Part 2 in a few weeks time...
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with:
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mistymoonfilmsociety.com2021-06-2530 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 75: Robert Hudson (P.C. Yorkie Smith) Part 2In Part 2, Rob discusses his final regular episodes and subsequent guest returns, life after "The Bill", working with John Godber and his hopes for the future.
You can read more about the great man's early life and career (plus 39 more cast and crew) in "Witness Statements: Making The Bill (Series 1-3)" On offer from www.devonfirebooks.com
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mistymoonfilmsociety.com2021-06-1126 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 74: Robert Hudson (PC Yorkie Smith) Part 1YORKIE'S BACK! In the first part of this two-part special, the mighty Robert Hudson shares gold dust from the early half hour episodes of "The Bill", before they make their way into “Witness Statements 2”
If you are interested in learning more about Rob's early life and career, you can do so as a Patreon of the Podcast, where Rob has recorded an Audio Commentary for the seminal "Fat'ac" -https://www.patreon.com/thebillpodcast
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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 73: Colin Blumenau (PC Taffy Edwards) Part 2Part 2 of this chat with a true Sun Hill legend features Colin's thoughts on whether Taffy was a moaner, his memories of Series 3's "Domestics", being mistaken for a real life police officer and the dangers of celebrity! Plus the great man discusses his reasons for leaving the series and life after Sun Hill, including writing for television. Follow the great man on Twitter @ColinBlumenau
If you enjoyed this interview and would like to read the memories of 39 more Cast and Crew, you can order the book "Witness Statements: Making The Bill (Series 1-3) which is available from devonfirebooks.com
...2021-04-3033 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 72: Colin Blumenau (P.C. Taffy Edwards) Part 1Part 1 of a two-part chat with one of the original stars of "The Bill", who was there right from the off in the "Woodentop" pilot. Here we chat to Colin about his early life and career and landing a role that was only supposed to last four episodes...
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Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast...2021-04-1630 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Reunion 5 Highlights: Coming to Patreon this AprilThe Bill Podcast Patreon channel is looking for new recruits to join the ranks and here’s a look at what you could unlock this April for £2.49…
EXCLUSIVE - THE BILL REUNION 5 HIGHLIGHTS
All Patrons will have exclusive access to highlights of the recent Bill Reunion 5 from Misty Moon Events, featuring anecdotes and banter from Jon Iles, Andrew Mackintosh, Suzanne Maddock, Natalie Roles and Barbara Thorn
LIVE NOW - https://www.patreon.com/posts/49107156
EXCLUSIVE - WHICH REGULAR CAST MEMBER WALKED THE BEAT?
All Patrons will also unlock an exclusive interview revealing which member of the regular cast actually walked the b...2021-03-2801 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 71: Ray Ashcroft (DS Geoff Daly)DALY'S BACK! The mighty Ray Ashcroft (D.S. Geoff Daly) shares his fantastic memories of "The Bill" as well as discussing his recent theatre work, weekly rep, early TV roles and coming up to date with his brand new writing project. Enjoy this rare chat with a true Sun Hill legend!
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in proud association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk vanguardcomics.co.uk and gibconsultancy.co.uk2021-03-2641 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 70: Clara Salaman (D.I. Claire Stanton)STANTON'S BACK! The mighty Clara Salaman (D.I. Clare Stanton) shares her memories of playing Sun Hill's mole and Don Beech's nemesis in #BeechIsBack Plus we chat about her fantastic career as a novelist, currently writing as Natalie Daniels - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Natalie-Daniels/e/B07KJN25CX%3F
The TV version of Too Close begins Monday 12th April 2021 at 9pm on ITV
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mistymoonfilmsociety.com2021-02-1945 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast: February Patreon PromoTo help keep fans entertained during lockdown this month, #TheBillPodcast #Patreon channel is making more exclusive content available to #Sergeant patrons
Including a brand new Video Commentary for Series 5’s Mending Fences with Sun Hill #legend Larry Dann and director Niall Leonard.
Later in February - Jamila’s back as Sergeants will also unlock Part 1 of a brand new Podcast with the mighty Lolita Chakrabarti
As part of your 999 deal, you’ll also unlock future full-length podcasts with legends Clara Salaman, Ray Ashcroft, Colin Blumenau, Robert Hudson, Chris Simmons and Sally Rogers!
Sergeant Patrons also have access to an exclusive Podcas...2021-02-0201 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 69: Russell Boulter (DS John Boulton) Part 2The conclusion of this brilliant interview with Russell Boulter features some of the best "The Bill" anecdotes ever recorded for the Podcast... so sit back and enjoy this extended chat with a true legend!
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Over 150 hours of bonus content available patreon.com/thebillpodcast2021-01-2942 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 68: Russell Boulter (DS John Boulton) Part 1BOULTON'S BACK! One of Oliver's favourite interviews to date, Russell is an absolute gentleman and a brilliant interviewee! This one's a two parter, with Part 2 running to 40 minutes, releasing in two weeks. In Part 1, we discuss Oliver watching Russell's era as a child with his family, DVD covers, getting the acting bug and Russell's current work as a Life Coach and narrator for BBC Natural History. Plus some great Bill memories of course!
A video version of this Podcast is available as a bonus exclusively on patreon.com/thebillpodcast
The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide...2021-01-0835 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 65: Ciarán Griffiths (D.C. Gary Best) Part 2We continue our chat with the brilliant Ciarán Griffiths, discussing Gary, stunts, fame, moving on from the show, whether The Bill should come back, his awesome performance in Shameless and beyond.
The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com and mistymoonfilmsociety.com2020-11-2725 minThe Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 64: Ciarán Griffiths (D.C. Gary Best) Part 1Part 1 of The Bill Podcast with the mighty Ciarán Griffiths as we chat about his new life in Australia, his love of Laurel & Hardy, breaking into the business and winning a part in "The Bill" as an 18 year old! More gold dust to follow in Part 2 #staytuned2020-11-1330 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 60: Tony O'Callaghan (Sgt. Matthew Boyden): Part 1BOYDEN'S BACK! The mighty Tony O'Callaghan shares his memories of joining the cast of "The Bill" in Part 1 of this fantastic Podcast with a sensational actor. As well as memories of working with Billy Murray, Jeff Stewart and the late great Colin Tarrant, Tony also shares an hilarious tale of how his acting life began! More gold dust to come in Part 2 later this month. Brought to you in Association with Misty Moon Events.2020-09-0430 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 59: Tony Scannell - A TributeAn hour-long tribute to the late great Tony Scannell (D.S. Ted Roach), the legendary actor who created one of The Bill's most iconic characters. Many of Tony's co-stars have shared their memories of working with him, along with Executive Producer Peter Cregeen and Tony's close friend and regular collaborator Andrew Selwyn-Crome.
This special tribute, featuring archive interviews with the great man himself, released on Tony's birthday, Friday 14th of August. With special thanks to Tony's family for their support and for the wonderful cover photo by his friend Andrew Florides.2020-08-141h 03
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 57: Tania Emery (DC Kate Spears) Part 1KATE'S BACK! The mighty Tania Emery joins us for a surprise edition of The Bill Podcast to chat to us about her life and career - in particular her brand new short film "How to Succeed in Biscuits Without Really Trying" - which YOU can support and be a part of: https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/how-to-succeed-in-biscuits-without-really-trying
We'll be chatting more in-depth about her time on "The Bill" in Part 2 of this cracking interview. Enjoy and do support if you are able to.2020-07-1130 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 56: Vic Gallucci (DC Tom Baker)An interview with the mighty Vic Gallucci, celebrating his fascinating career in the TV and Film industry, including playing one of Sun Hill's longest-serving CID characters. Plus we chat Star Wars, Film Finance and how Vic would love to bring The Bill back!
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The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 55: Connie Hyde (PC Cathy Bradford)CATHY'S BACK! The wonderful Connie Hyde shares her memories of playing the iconic PC Cathy Bradford. Connie joins us hot on the heels of starring in "Coronation Street" for two years and discusses playing Gina Seddon, directing a short film about gender equality and her hopes for tackling Shakespeare in the future.
Connie's nominated charity is the National Youth Theatre - nyt.org.uk
The Bill Podcast is presented in association with Misty Moon Events, hosts of the wonderful The Bill Reunion events at the Cinema Museum in London.2020-05-2940 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 54: Peter Dean (Sgt. Jack Wilding)SGT. WILDING IS BACK! This one's a special one! The mighty Peter Dean has shared his memories of playing Sgt. Jack Wilding in the #Woodentop pilot. The #EastEnders legend recalls channeling Dixon of Dock Green and reveals why he thinks he was not invited to return in his FIRST EVER #TheBill interview! Plus we chat about Peter's stage work with Tony Scannell, bringing the East End to Australia and starring in Danny Baker's "Cradle To Grave". Check out Peter's Facebook page - https://www.facebook.com/PeterDeanactor/
The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The...2020-04-2745 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 53: Louise Harrison (WPC Donna Harris)The wonderful Louise Harrison shares her memories of playing Sun Hill's answer to Alexa, plus her upcoming film roles and her love for Elvis Presley! Louise's nominated charity is The Samaritans.
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Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast and crew of "The Bill" and previously unpublished photos, ratings and production notes. Available from devonfirebooks.com
...2020-03-2730 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 52: Sally Rogers & Chris Simmons (Part 1)Ten Years On... THEY'RE BACK! Two Sun Hill legends return for the first of a three-part interview, looking back at The Bill and forward to their new production THE STILL ROOM
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Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast and crew of "The Bill" and previously unpublished photos, ratings and production notes. Available from devonfirebooks.com
...2020-02-2930 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 50: Alan Westaway (PC Nick Slater)Series 4 of The Bill Podcast kicks off with the very talented Alan Westaway, who fondly recalls his time as "cocky" PC Nick Slater and shares some cracking stories from filming with the river police, being recognised and Slater's "happy ending...". We also celebrate his recent work as a filmmaker and screenwriter, including the highly acclaimed "Stan Lee's Lucky Man".
Alan's nominated charity is parkinsons.org.uk2020-01-1945 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 45: Seeta Indrani (WPC Norika Datta) Part 2In Part 2 of Seeta's "The Bill Podcast" we discuss her winning awards for playing Norika, winning Celebrity Mastermind, the groundbreaking Series 7 episode "They Also Serve", the Christmas special "Twanky", persevering with acting and her hopes for the future. Seeta's nominated charity is ageuk.org.uk2019-09-2730 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 42: Lisa Geoghan (WPC Polly Page)Part 2The legendary Lisa Geoghan continues to walk the beat down memory lane in Part 2 of her interview. This time we kick off with some of Polly's more fun storylines before being unlucky in love, Cathy Bradford and being on the wrong side of the law. Lisa's nominated charity is stchristophers.org.uk
This episode also features an exciting announcement about more The Bill Podcast content being produced, exclusively for Patrons! Find out more and get involved at https://www.patreon.com/thebillpodcast2019-07-2345 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 41: Lisa Geoghan (WPC Polly Page) Part 1POLLY'S BACK! The legendary Lisa Geoghan (WPC Polly Page) shares her memories of playing one of the most beloved characters from "The Bill". Lisa also recalls how she got started in the business and her roles in the iconic "Tucker's Luck" (opposite future Sun Hill co-star Todd Carty) and channel 4's hit sitcom "The Desmond's".
Lisa was very generous with her time and there is more gold-dust to come in Part 2. Lisa's nominated charity is stchristophers.org.uk2019-07-1245 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 40: Andrea Mason (WPC Debbie Keane)The wonderful Andrea Mason starred in over 200 episodes of "The Bill" and has fond memories of joining as probationer WPC Debbie Keane and of the opportunities the series gave her, including cycling to Jerusalem, singing at the Royal Albert Hall and playing Aladdin!
Andrea's nominated charity is Dementia UK and she has lent her talents to support the Sonnets V Dementia scheme. You can support the charity and listen to some fine thesps reading some of the Bard's finest works by visiting allthesonnets.co.uk
Meet Andrea in person at Misty Moon's "The Bill Reunion 4" in October! http://www.cinemamuseum...2019-06-2140 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 38: Andrew Lancel (DI Neil Manson)The Bill Podcast is back! Series 3 kicks off with the brilliant Andrew Lancel, who brought to life one of the most popular characters ever in The Bill, who was there right to the very end...
Andrew's nominated charity is evertonfc.com/community2019-05-0645 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 26 - Mark Wingett (DC Jim Carver) Part 2Part 2 of Mark Wingett's "The Bill Podcast" features memories of the late great Kevin Lloyd (DC Tosh Lines), Mark's acclaimed performance as Carver battled alcoholism, the funny side of fame, his recent award-winning film work on "A Reason to Leave" and his passion for deep sea diving. Mark's nominated charity is SCT, a charity based in East London providing practical help, support and training to people who have been homeless and suffering from addiction, poverty or social isolation. Read more at www.sct.org.uk2018-07-2730 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 24 - Eamonn Walker (PC Malcolm Haynes) Part 2Part 2 of Eamonn Walker's "The Bill Podcast" features his decision to move on from the series, on the insecurities of the acting profession, winning his standout performance in "Oz", becoming the first black actor to play Othello at the Globe Theatre and Nick Reding's amazing work with S.A.F.E.http://safekenya.org/2018-06-2330 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 20 - Nula Conwell (WDC Viv Martella)VIV'S BACK! The legendary Nula Conwell (WPC/WDC Viv Martella 1984-93) shares a rare in-depth interview to celebrate her life and career to date. Nula shares memories of her career prior to joining "The Bill", including "Pauline's Quirkes", the acclaimed "The Elephant Man" and putting Del Boy in his place in "Only Fools & Horses".
This Podcast is a fascinating insight into the very talented lady who brought one of the most popular and iconic Sun Hill coppers to life, at the height of the show's success and how her exit enticed the highest viewing figures ever for the series to...2018-04-1449 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 19 - Greg Donaldson (DC Tom Proctor) Part 2Part 2 of Greg Donaldson's "The Bill Podcast" goes in-depth into his time as D.C. Tom Proctor on the series and features some hilarious stories about becoming a well-known face from the telly!2018-03-2445 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 16 - Graham Cole OBE (PC Tony Stamp) Part 3Trudie Goodwin introduces the third and final part of this special The Bill Podcast interview with the mighty Graham Cole OBE. This edition, Graham chats about The Bill guest stars, Doctor Who monsters, writing his autobiography and his ongoing work with the charity Childline. You can make a donation via childline.org.uk
Plus a preview of upcoming The Bill Podcast episodes with Greg Donaldson (DC Tom Proctor), Nula Conwell (WDC Viv Martella) and Eric Richard (Sgt. Bob Cryer).2018-01-2740 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 15 - Graham Cole OBE (PC Tony Stamp) Part 2Graham Cole OBE walks the beat further down memory lane in Part 2 of his "The Bill Podcast" interview. So get comfy in the CAD room and listen in as Graham chats "The Bill" scripts, stunts and fun and games making the classic episode “Way Out West”. Also memories of school days, working with Kenny Everett, making a horror movie with Tony Scannell, making "Soap Opera" on stage and his latest TV role in "Holby City" where he is reunited with fellow Sun Hill legend Alex Walkinshaw. PLUS the episode is introduced by another "The Bill" icon!2018-01-1240 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 11 - Barbara Thorn (Insp. Christine Frazer) Part 2Part 2 of Barbara Thorn's Podcast reveals some fantastic behind the scenes anecdotes from her three series of "The Bill", including an hilarious adventure with Jon Iles (D.C. Mike Dashwood), her little slice of "The Bill" history, being written out of the series. She also talks "EastEnders", "Judge John Deed", Lynda La Plante and hopes for the future.2017-10-3140 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 10 - Barbara Thorn (Insp. Christine Frazer) Part 1Giggles galore as Barbara Thorn (Inspector Christine Frazer) shares her memories of joining "The Bill" in the first ever half hour episodes. To celebrate, "The Bill Podcast" also goes half hour for a special two-parter with Barbara, who also shares her experiences of being an executive coach, her school days and early theatre days.
Barbara's nominated charity is https://www.demelza.org.uk/2017-10-1130 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 09 - Ashley Gunstock (PC Robin Frank)Original series regular Ashley Gunstock (PC Robin Frank 1984-89) takes us back to the first five series of "The Bill", with memories of being the first Sun Hill copper to get shot, comedy magic with a leg of lamb, on starring in several other series at the same time and making the decision to move on. All that plus Bill Murray, Suggs, John Thaw, the stage and a copper in the family!
Ashley's nominated charity is https://www.crisis.org.uk/2017-09-2645 min
The Bill PodcastThe Bill Podcast 03 - Chris Humphreys (PC Richard Turnham)Award-winning actor and author Chris Humphreys shares plenty of memories about playing PC Richard Turnham in two series of "The Bill" (1989-90), as well as growing up in Hollywood as part of an acting family, achieving a 'first' for any "The Bill" actor after leaving the series, how he was an immortal in "Highlander" and discusses his fantastic writing career.
Follow Chris on Twitter - https://twitter.com/HumphreysCC
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Chris' nominated charity is Greenpeace - http://www.greenpeace.org.uk/2017-05-2645 min