Podcast appearances and mentions of freddie starr

He interviewed everyone from Paul McCartney to Willie Nelson for his long-running radio show, and he has written more than 50 books on the likes of Bob Dylan, Little Richard, and the Beatles.Now Spencer Leigh has written HIS autobiography, ' 80 @ 80 - A Liverpool Life', after more than 50 years throwing the spotlight on other people. He's our extra special guest in episode #32 of "Misadventures in Music" with Ian Prowse and Mick Ord..Get ready for tales of Dylan being booed in Liverpool and X-rated stories of Freddie Starr's wild antics at the Cavern before he was famous. Indeed, no other writer probably knows more about the Merseybeat era of the sixties than Spencer.Once more, he's still going strong and enjoying music and its larger-than-life personalities more than ever.

#544 Is This About Up the Arse? - Richard returns to Birmingham Town Hall for another couple of weeks of Brum based podcasts. His guest this week is Twitter sensation, Ruth Husko. They discuss how she has shared some great comedy on the moribund social media channel and why she got banned from it, the cockfighting of Wednesbury, why Freddie Starr is schmokin', Richard's plan to win the lottery, how much the public would give up to save Bob Mortimer, Scooby Doo porn, Richard's erotic prejudice against cockneys, how Ruth failed to marry Stewart Lee and whether she should make the leap to full time comedian.Follow Ruth on Twitter @dank_ackroyd. You won't regret it.See a live recording of RHLSTP - https://richardherring.com/rhlstpSUPPORT THE SHOW!Watch our TWITCH CHANNELSee extra content at our WEBSITE Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/rhlstp. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Often, the “Paul's Page Turners” segment of the show can offer up some wild and unfathomable books to investigate, but this week's choice is a truly mad experience. Paul and Eli may be skeptics when it comes to all things supernatural, but they're willing to hear a story out if it shows promise. The book in question was sold in Cancer Research Charity Shops across the UK and is entitled, “The Show Must Go On: Book Two”. Written by a possibly naïve believer, Malcom Thorogood's proof of life after death comes in the form of visitations from one of the UK's most notorious 1980s light entertainers… Freddie Starr! The man who allegedly ate a hamster (!!) and dealt in high energy, near crazed comedy is now back from the dead to offer some mindboggling experiences from beyond the grave. Paul is gobsmacked and Eli doesn't believe one bit of it! But hey, if you don't like ghosts there's an “Off Brand Brand Off” segment to enjoy. Eli must rank FIVE orange soda brands to see if the Fanta or Tango brands are up to scratch compared to some considerably cheaper alternatives! See? There's something for everyone! See pics/videos for this episode on our website: https://www.thecheapshow.co.uk/ep-396-freddie-starr-swallowed-my-soul Thanks to Alan Muggridge/@kungfoolmuggers for letting me steal this episode title from him! And if you like us, why not support us: www.patreon.com/cheapshow If you want to get involved, email us at thecheapshow@gmail.com And if you want to, follow us on Twitter/X @thecheapshowpod or @paulgannonshow & @elisnoid www.thecheapshow.co.uk Now on Threads: @cheapshowpod Like, Review, Share, Comment... LOVE US! MERCH Official CheapShow Merch Shop: www.redbubble.com/people/cheapshow/shop www.cheapmag.shop Thanks also to @vorratony for the wonderful, exclusive art: www.tinyurl.com/rbcheapshow Send Us Stuff: CheapShow PO BOX 1309 Harrow HA1 9QJ

This week, Kate goes out of her way to upset Ian and checks in with dead entertainer, Freddie Starr. We also chat to double-doctor and Telephone Calls From the Dead author, Dr Cal Cooper!

Eyes & Teeth would not be here without the Royal Variety Performance, or TV Talent Shows and they were inspirations not just for a budding young ventriloquist wannabe in Basingstoke in 1987 but for 1000's of comedy, variety and musical acts for nearly a century.Today's guest is not only related to Lord Bernard Delfont and Lew Grade but he himself has made a huge impact behind the scenes keeping the cogs of showbusiness agencies thriving and the Royal variety charity and Brinsworth House the success they are today.Today we talk about Des O Connor, Arthur Worsley plus more ventriloquists, Freddie Starr and much more.I am blessed to share laughter and drinks with todays guest within the Grand Order of Water Rats in several lodges we frequent throughout each year getting together. My time in the Rats and performances in Brinsworth House means I have an opportunity to give back to the business I have chosen to get me through my lifetime.Because of that I am thankful to todays guest for looking out for us entertainers by showcasing us on the Command Performance or placing certain members of the business in a safe haven via the Royal Variety Charity.Welcome to Eyes & Teeth The World's Greatest Variety Show Ian Freeman.

Happy Easter! Fablon, false teeth, Robert Powell, illness at Easter, Mass, gurning, Paul McCartney, the irreplaceable Paul O'Grady, Freddie Starr, Russ Abbott, the chemistry of Toby Hadoke and John Levene and much more!

Ginger and Nuts are award-winning radio presenters who burst onto the airwaves weekly with non-stop banter and unpredictability. It's no wonder they were voted 'Best Community Radio Show'.The quick-witted duo have a natural ability when putting their guests at ease and have indisputably interviewed some of the biggest names in showbiz. From the Disco Diva Gloria Gaynor, Bond Girl Britt Ekland, and boxing legend Nigel Benn to exclusives with the entire cast of ITV1s award-winning crime drama, 'The Bay. They have also had memorable chats with Sir Ken Dodd, Freddie Starr and John Challis ('Boycie' from Only Fools and Horses), who are all sadly no longer with us.  With more than 30 years of radio experience between them, Ginger and Nuts have attracted support from Disney, Marvel and Empire Cinemas. Without blowing their trumpet too much, they also boast 20k fans on TikTok.Katherine said, "We were also born to be herd, so we are delighted to be joining Cotswolds Radio and hope to entertain your loyal listeners".FROM TV TO RADIODarren has previously presented slots on BBC Children In Need, alongside Alan Titchmarsh, in front of a live studio audience. More recently, he was featured on Life Stories with Piers Morgan supporting his friend, Michael Barrymore.Comedian Bob Monkhouse OBE who wrote comedy for the likes of the legendary Bob Hope, was also a fan of Darren's unique presenting style. He said: "You've got it all, Darren - energy, ideas, fluency, wit and charm. You come over the airwaves like a breezy friend and a really warm person. It's so important to be true to yourself and pour your natural personality into that microphone, and that's what you do. You have the common touch. "After listening to you, I felt I knew you and liked you."BEHIND THE MICFor 26 years, Darren worked as a PR and Marketing Guru for West Midlands Police and achieved more than 12 Commendations for his creativity. Using his cheeky charm, he enlisted the support of big names like Myleene Klass and Chris Tarrant to endorse a recruitment campaign for the Special Constabulary for free.He also produced a charity single, 'Bobby's Girl', with singer Hayley Evetts who reached the finals of Pop Stars alongside Will Young. Darren and three police officers were the backing singers providing the 'ahh-hums'. He managed to persuade comedian Joe Pasquale to add his dulcet tones to what was a fun single that not only raised funds for The John Taylor Hospice in Birmingham but also the profile of West Midlands Police.He met Katherine, who also worked for the police, and they decided to date after discussing who would bring the Black Pudding to the Christmas buffet. In case you wanted to know, Darren did - and it was a big 'un.Within a year, they hit the national headlines after pranking family and friends into thinking Darren was to star in a new movie. Needless to say, the guests turning up to the make-believe premiere were, in fact, attending their wedding at the cinema.The rest is history, as they say.MENTAL HEALTH AMBASSADORSOn a more serious note, Darren's release from chronic pain, fatigue and mental health is presenting the 'Ginger and Nuts' show weekly.Behind the mic, he has been diagnosed with various long-term debilitating conditions, including Arthritis, Spine Disease, Syringomyelia (cyst on the spinal cord) and Fibromyalgia (widespread pain). He had to give up the job he loved to do due to his decline in health. He openly talks about his struggles with chronic anxiety and depression, in which he has been under a psychiatrist for more than four years. To help manage his condition, he is under a pain management specialist and is prescribed many controlled drugs such as Morphine.As well as caring for Darren during his flare-ups, Katherine has had seven miscarriages and nearly died during the last miscarriage, which landed on Father's Day a few years ago. It was heartbreaking. Earlier this year, the pair raised £503.43p for the Give a Duck Foundation.

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Mall is back from his death bed, Scott's full of complaints but the boys are back to entertain you ! Talking about unprotected sex, Fast & Furious, 5 tickets left for our live recording, Scott's meltdown in Lanark, Fajitas, The best thing Mall has seen this year, Gay Footballers and if you sign up to Patreon you will get over an hour of extra content, including Tumble drier, Quavers, Watsits & Skips, Multiple Universes n Matrix chat, Mall's Papa, Popeye, School Dinners, Scotts in it for himself, Mall wants us all to work together, Gas & Electricity, Sexy Calculator chat 80085, Calling your bird from a phone box, Malls first heartbreak, Scotts new show titles,Freddie Starr and loads more... Grab the last of the tickets for #100Heros Live Episode Recording. Half price if you are a Hero !  https://www.seetickets.com/event/hashtag-show-live-recording/the-classic-grand/2324816 The Classic Grand, Sunday 19 Jun 2022, Tickets only £10 or half price if you are a Hero ! Doors Open: 13:00 Starts: 14:00   Become Patreon #Hero https://www.patreon.com/thehashtagshow

The second part of our conversation with Pete James where he continues telling us about his career after The Blackjacks. Hear about what it was like working the clubs in Wales, backing the best artists and performers of the day including Alan Randall, Freddie Starr, Bob Monkhouse, Ricky Valence, Alf Garnett and Max Wall.  Pete also talks about how he started collecting Ludwig drums, ending up with about 60s kits at one point, and talks us through some of his favourite ones.  There are some great tales in this episodes and Pete give us a unique Welsh prospective of what life was like for a professional musician in Wales from the 1970s.  You can see and hear Pete playing here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i-s-NJk4CHw https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DeqzMr05Av0 Mailing list: https://mailchi.mp/e5acf7f7d18a/wrmailinglistwelcome www.thewashboardresonators.com

This time we go Behind The Scenes with incredibly prolific and hugely versatile scriptwriter Alan Wightman, who chats about his long and non-stop career in movies and light entertainment. Alan shares memories of his friend John Sullivan (Only Fools & Horses), his time penning gags for top turns Jimmy Tarbuck, Jeff Stevenson and Des O'Connor, plus landing the job of producing the highest rating LE show on BBC Television Wales. Then there's the matter of ghost-writing Freddie Starr's autobiography! Alan also gives an eyewitness account of standing in the wings of Her Majesty's Theatre on the night Tommy Cooper died on live TV. Steam, Smoke & Mirrors Theme music composed by John Orchard and arranged by Ian English Support the podcast by becoming a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/BEHINDTHESCENESWITHCOLINEDMONDS Facebook: colin.edmonds.73 Instagram: colinedmondsssm Twitter:@ColinEdmondsSSM Website: https://www.steamsmokeandmirrors.com/ Buy Steam, Smoke and Mirrors Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon Available on Audible Buy The Lazarus Curiosity: Steam, Smoke and Mirrors 2 Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon Available on Audible Buy The Nostradamus Curiosity: Steam, Smoke and Mirrors 3 Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon

Acclaimed entertainer Hilary O'Neil has become renowned for her laugh-out-loud comedy and her incredible impressions. Starting out as a dancer with Ken Dodd at the London Palladium, she quickly moved on to join close harmony group “Stutz Bear Cats”, before leaving to pursue a solo career. She has worked all over the world and with such household names as Hale & Pace, Jim Davidson, Brian Conley, Bobby Davro, Joe Longthorne, Richard Digance, Freddie Starr and Joe Pasquale. As well as the Palladium, her West End appearances have included “Acorn Antiques”, Directed by Sir Trevor Nunn, in which, as well as playing several roles, she understudied both Dame Julie Walters and Celia Imrie; “Summer Holiday”, “Shout” and “Animal Crackers” at The Lyric. She has also appeared many times on TV. Hilary is currently touring the UK with “Menopause the Musical” and will return to plying her trade upon the high seas later in the year, performing on some of the world's greatest Cruise Liners including P&O's Aurora and Cunard's flagship, Queen Mary 2.

Welcome back to the second part of our conversation with Paul Smith.   This time Paul talks about studying at Leeds College of Music, having lessons with legendary drummers JOE MORELLO, JOHN RILEY, BILLY DRUMMOND & JIM CHAPIN, writing a book on MEL LEWIS, flying a plane to a Freddie Starr gig, backing comedians such as RUSS ABBOT, BOB MONKHOUSE & LES DAWSON, playing on the MICHAEL PARKINSON SHOW and what is takes to be a professional musician. 'What makes a professional musician? Somebody who can't do anything else.' Find Paul on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Drummian Find our mailing list here: https://mailchi.mp/e5acf7f7d18a/wrmailinglistwelcome thewashboardresonators.com

The first part of our conversation with legendary Leeds drummer Paul Smith, covering his early life in Leeds, moving to London at 15, enrolling at what would become Leeds College of Music, working 7 night a week in the cabaret scene all over Britain backing stars such as VERA LYNN & EARTHA KITT; and globe trotting with Freddie Starr for 10 years regularly playing to 7,000 people a night! 'Reading is only an aid to memory' Find Paul on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/Drummian Find our mailing list here: https://mailchi.mp/e5acf7f7d18a/wrmailinglistwelcome thewashboardresonators.com

Neil Crossland is a well respected Water Rat and Showbusiness would be naked without him.  He has designed within his company Stagewear Unlimited suits for the Grumbleweeds to Russ Abbot, The Thursford Spectacular to Strictly Come Dancing, Gerry & the Pacemakers to Britain's Got Talent and jackets for Jess Conrad to Janet & Michael Jackson which led to a national scandal in the papers.Neil is probably the only man in history to scare Freddie Starr or stop a ventriloquist act from working. Neil has also given his time to the business and its people becoming a great friend to many and I have just put my order in to be a part of his list...Welcome to Eyes & Teeth Neil Crossland.Neil Crossland - Stagewear Designer | Living North

This week on the podcast, Colin chats with one of entertainment's hardest-working, most experienced stand-up comics, Jeff Stevenson, who takes us Behind The Scenes talking about his incredible career in comedy; his early TV success, changing with the times and how a return to acting (45 years after his screen debut in ‘Bugsy Malone') has recently won him international film awards and serious critical acclaim. Touching the Blue - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rBIi7-aD4M Check out Jeff's website - https://jeffstevenson.show/ Steam, Smoke & Mirrors Theme music composed by John Orchard and arranged by Ian English Facebook: colin.edmonds.73 Instagram: colinedmondsssm Twitter:@ColinEdmondsSSM Website: https://www.steamsmokeandmirrors.com/ Buy Steam, Smoke and Mirrors Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon Available on Audible Buy The Lazarus Curiosity: Steam, Smoke and Mirrors 2 Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon Available on Audible Buy The Nostradamus Curiosity: Steam, Smoke and Mirrors 3 Available at Caffeine Nights Available at Amazon

Wayne Dobson was born in Leicester and was just a youngster when he discovered the fun of magic for the first time. At just 16 years of age became the youngest-ever member of the Leicester Magic Circle. Throughout his teens he worked on his magic becoming a real master and having great fun performing to friends and family, and the occasional show at his local youth club. "David Nixon, Pat Page, Roy Johnson and Ken Brooke were all great influences on me." Wayne was also inspired by another brilliant man of magic, Dai Vernon. "I think it was because of Dai Vernon's influence that I became so interested in close-up magic. He was revered, and rightly so, by all the modern-day magicians and illusionists. He was one of the great innovators. The 'Cups and Balls' routine was one of his specialities." At just 16 Wayne was demonstrating great flair and originality and started to pick up local engagements and club work, on a semi-professional basis. In 1977 he was a joint first prize winner in the close-up competition at the IBM British Ring Convention. This led to his television debut on BBC TV's Blue Peter. At just 21 he decided to become a professional magician. Wayne was achieving great things on the notoriously difficult British club circuit. His original style of magic with fast talking patter and hilarious split-second one liners was having its effect. A run of tours with some of the UK's top performers ensued; Wayne opened for Freddie Starr, Shirley Bassey and the Shadows. The TV companies picked up on Wayne's magic and he performed on a number of top shows. In 1988 accompanied Engelbert Humperdinck on a comprehensive American tour which saw him entertaining in Las Vegas, Lake Tahoe, Hollywood, Los Angeles, Atlantic City and Chicago. The tour was a tremendous success. Wayne was blessed with a rare talent for blending great humour and great magic, evidenced by the high regard accorded him by fellow entertainers. Dean Martin was a fan and took him to Las Vegas.. In 1988 he was diagnosed with MS, his future was redefined in a moment; his world became inverted and uncertain. In the face of such adversity most would be tempted to give it up, quietly fade away into the unknown. Wayne didn't give up, he saw it as a defining moment, he rose to the challenge, he continued to work, and he discovered his real and true friends like Joe Pasquale. Within the fraternity of magic he was regarded as an icon, frequently lecturing to the numerous societies up and down the country, his natural wit and ability to create wonderful magic effects found continuing favour. He was still a gifted entertainer and now he was to become an inspiration to others. In this interview Wayne looks back at his career at the highs and the lows.  He talks about how to make a name for yourself in the magic industry, creativity and how anyone can be creative.  He also talks about his hopes and dreams and also talks about his new series of books which should be published in December 2021.

We've an excellent guest on this week in the form of Helen's mum Jenny, who not only provides wonderful entertainment but also tells us our flipping futures! Incredible scenes. Also, on this week's WhatsApp agenda: last choir standing, curries and Helen's harrowing story about Freddie Starr's rabbit. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We’ve an excellent guest on this week in the form of Helen’s mum Jenny, who not only provides wonderful entertainment but also tells us our flipping futures! Incredible scenes. Also, on this week’s WhatsApp agenda: last choir standing, curries and Helen’s harrowing story about Freddie Starr’s rabbit. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Comedian and Impressionist Johnny Laff has spent years in the clubs and theatres in summer seasons as himself the Stand Up, or as Norman Wisdom and more recently donning a dress and wig as Mrs Brown. Johnny semi-retired enjoys taking part in Production shows at an all inclusive Premiere Holiday Resort in Great Yarmouth called Potters. He is a much loved member of their team and can't wait to get back and do what he loves.In this hour we talk about shows we've worked on together as well as shows Johnny has been part of especially the "Freddie Starr" years, now he has to have guts to of worked many Tours with Freddie a much renowned "loose cannon" onstage and off but one who never stopped entertaining but always crossed the line.Johnny is a lovable personality and a funny man. During the Pandemic months he has been on Facebook Live connecting with people and connecting others in his chat shows just to bring smiles to peoples faces. When funny is in your blood, it becomes a passion and Mr Laff is sharing his passion which gives him the joy you can hear in his voice.

Tom Jones, Rob Brydon and Mike Doyle are three very talented people to come from Wales, today I talk to Mike Doyle but I get all three and more as his voices are vast in range.Mike delivers today not only brilliant backstage stories of Bob Monkhouse and Freddie Starr and early talk of touring the Clubs with his bands but you will hear impressions and song and learn much more about an incredibly hard working and modest performer who I have admired for 28 years. Mike is known as Baby Rat in The Grand Order of Water Rats which means he was the last to be proposed into the order before the lockdown.He is an incredible asset to the GOWR and I look forward to working with him more in the future. www.mikedoyle.co.uk

Jeff Stevenson has fulfilled a packed career in Comedy but he's just getting started having recently winning "Best Actor" in a recent 2020 film he made during Lockdown.Here we talk about the movie Bugsy Malone, Only Fools and Horses, Cruises, Stand Up, Ventriloquists, Alan King, Des O Connor, Freddie Starr and much more... 

Garry Bushell is an incredibly busy and creative man, over the last 40 years he has been extremely well known for his writing and reviewing TV for National Newspapers and in a way only he can. He is an author, a frontman of a band and founder of a few bands including the current 'Gonads'. With a passion for Comedians and Variety Garry is and has for many years been a supporter of the Benny Hill tribute statue for which we are still willing on to honour Benny in Southampton.

We welcome the former Aston Villa, Wolves, Everton, Rangers and Scotland striker Andy Gray to the show this week. The former Sky and now BeIn Sports pundit talks about three separate interviews done for Shoot and Match magazines from around 1977/78 and 1984. Andy laments his dodgy knees, his falling out with Villa boss Ron Saunders, and his Scotland career whilst also celebrating his time at Goodison Park which brought him great success and his best memories as a player. We also discuss Diana Ross, not taking the Everton manager's job, and his resemblance to Freddie Starr. Host: Mark Godfrey. Music by scottholmesmusic.com

Katherine is angry after Sean has a go at the team, David is angry with the London Elite, Nigel in Maidstone sang with Freddie Starr?, Annie talks receiving love on social media and Nelly is worried for the future as his wife is Polish

Did anyone hear that Katherine said she gets her food delivered in "plasticine"?, Iain discusses his thoughts on Avengers Endgame, Roger and Ollie argue on air over Game of Thrones, Pablo talks the Jeremy Kyle show story, Katherine's dirty shower talk, Iain talks the power of orchestra's with Rhythmic Paul, Nigel in Maidstone's tribute to Freddie Starr and Accidentally shooting your own penis?