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Latest podcast episodes about Martin Clunes

The Best of the Chris Evans Breakfast Show
The one with Martin Clunes

The Best of the Chris Evans Breakfast Show

Play Episode Listen Later May 2, 2025 19:54


Martin Clunes tells us about his new series Islands of the Atlantic, which begins tonight at 9pm on ITV1.Join Chris, Vassos and the Class Behind The Glass every morning from 6.30am for laughs with the listeners and the greatest guests. Listen on your smart speaker, just say: "Play Virgin Radio." Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Bingewatch
Why is David Blaine Covered in Bees?

Bingewatch

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2025 25:47


Ian and Hannah review the biggest new films and bingeable shows on UK streaming services for the week beginning Friday 27th March 2025, including:Seeking out incredible people who perform real feats that look like magic, David Blaine takes viewers on a jaw-dropping journey through some of the world's most extraordinary cultures as he seeks out kindred spirits, finds inspiration, and learns some truly exceptional skills along the way, in David Blaine: Do Not Attempt on Disney Plus.Seth Rogan stars as the newly appointed head of a movie studio. Desperate for celebrity approval, he and his executive team at Continental Studios must juggle corporate demands with creative ambitions as they try to keep movies alive and relevant, in Apple TV original series The Studio.Men Behaving Badly stars Neil Morrissey and Martin Clunes reunite for a road trip through France, the country that has become Morrissey's second home. Neil & Martin's Bon Voyage is on U.In this wildly unpredictable thriller, Nicole Kidman is the meticulous Nancy Vandergroot, a teacher and homemaker whose picture-perfect life with her community pillar husband and son in tulip-filled Holland, Michigan tumbles into a twisted tale. Nancy and her friendly colleague become suspicious of a secret, only to discover nothing in their lives is what it seems. Holland is original movie from Amazon Prime Video.Follow Bingewatch on all major podcast players for your weekly rundown of the best binge-worthy shows across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more.Remember to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser and Goodpods AND you can now show your support and leave a tip for Ian and Hannah.You can also stay in touch with the team via Twitter AND if you like Bingewatch but you're looking for a specific review, check out BITESIZE BINGEWATCH, our sister show making it easier to get the bits you want!If you're a brand interested in sponsorship or collabs, email hello@podcastsbyliam.com and chat to us now!

Funfiltered
Vol. 13 - "Taffsploitation"

Funfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2025 114:41


This week, Jordan and I (Sam) give you the lowdown on ELEVATION as we get BACK IN ACTION, lurch baldly and boldly through FLIGHT RISK, stay HERE for some time(s), analyse the manoeuvres of THE NIGHT AGENT - SEASON 2, mynd OUT THERE gyda Martin Clunes am chops, go "Live from South Wales!" for SATURDAY NIGHT, examine the contours of SILO - SEASON 2, space the final frontier with STAR TREK: SECTION 31, go beast mode on WOLF MAN and cordially invite you to a discussion of YOU'RE CORDIALLY INVITED (where none are welcome).

Idle Matinee
Beethoven, Bono & Billy Butlin

Idle Matinee

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 66:19


Episode 53 (06/01/25) On this episode - Greg apologises for interrupting the podcast to point out Barry's mispronunciations, Gino Di Campo's alleged behaviour, men sitting in chairs with their legs crossed, Greg reads out some messages from a girl that he's very unlikely to go on a date with and then attempts to play some Beethoven on the keyboard, people that care too much about football, Barry talks about having multiple “false awakening” dreams, a man who died from not being able to sleep, trying to guess what happened in the new Martin Clunes drama ‘Out There', Billy Butlin, Barry goes to Lidl for the first time, the new Bridget Jones movie and Greg's attempt to recreate the trailer, a new local drama college that's opening, a man who was ghosted by his best friend, an alternative ending to ‘The Shawshank Redemption', Madonna doing stand up, Greg attempts to play With or Without You by U2 on the keyboard whilst singing along with Barry, a dead celebrity seance, our weekly improvised soap opera ‘Aylesbury Market', recommendations, Future Greg and a whole lot more! 

Bingewatch
Welsh Martin Clunes and Not an Olson Twin

Bingewatch

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 20:05 Transcription Available


Ian and Hannah review the biggest new films and bingeable shows on UK streaming services for the week beginning Friday 24th January 2025, including:A brilliant math student (Leo Woodall) is on the verge of a major breakthrough when a shadowy enemy tries to stop him uncovering a high stakes conspiracy. Leo Woodall stars in Apple TV series Prime Target.After his son is dragged into a ruthless drug gang, a father risks it all to protect his own. Martin Clunes stars in ITVX gritty thriller Out There.Gabriel Basso returns as the former FBI agent on another life-or-death mission, all in the name of keeping our Netflix subscriptions alive. It's season two of The Night Agent.A single mom (Kaitlin Olson) with an exceptional mind and unconventional knack for solving crimes, leads to an unusual partnership with seasoned detective Daniel Sunjata, in Disney Plus original series High Potential.Follow Bingewatch on all major podcast players for your weekly rundown of the best binge-worthy shows across Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+ and more.Remember to leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Podchaser and Goodpods AND you can now show your support and leave a tip for Ian and Hannah.You can also stay in touch with the team via Twitter AND if you like Bingewatch but you're looking for a specific review, check out BITESIZE BINGEWATCH, our sister show making it easier to get the bits you want!If you're a brand interested in sponsorship or collabs, email hello@podcastsbyliam.com and chat to us now!

Must Watch
Severance | Out There | Bump

Must Watch

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 45:41


Scott, Hayley and Naga look at the return of Adam Scott's Severance on Apple TV. Martin Clunes' new ITV thriller Out There, and – after you asked us to – season 5 of Bump on the BBC. Email mustwatch@bbc.co.uk.

The Radio Times Podcast
Smart TV: Martin Clunes Drama and Is the Traitors good for us?

The Radio Times Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 25:05


You can get in touch with our hosts via email (podcast@radiotimes.com) and Spotify users can write in directly using the Q&A box at the bottom of the episode.    SHOW NOTES: TV: Out There, ITV Gladiators, BBC1 Disclaimer, Apple TV+ OUR READER SAYS: What happened to Silent Witness?? FROST BITE: The Traitors is a hit - but is it any good (for us)?   THE ARCHIVE: And Then There Were None, BBC iPlayer Gosford Park, BBC iPlayer Knives Out, Amazon Prime . . . Happy Viewing! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Pilot TV Podcast
Severance, Out There, and American Primeval. With guests James Norton and Niamh Algar

Pilot TV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 89:34


We're back! it's 2025 and to kick things off, James Norton and Niamh Algar join us to chat all things Playing Nice on ITV (26:05). But that's not all, because ITV also brings us this week's Wales-set drama Out There (1:00:48) with Martin Clunes. We hop back both to the birth of the Wild West and to last week, when American Primeval debuted on Netflix (51:32), but none of that can possibly match the excitement surrounding the return of Severance (1:11:19), which finally returns to Apple TV+ for a second season three years in the making. Can it live up to the show's critically acclaimed debut? Listen and find out. (Episode 319)Note: time stamps are approximate as the ads throw them out, so are only meant as a guide. If you want to avoid this and would like the podcast entirely ad-free (as well as 12 hours early, with a second weekly show and spoiler specials) then sign up to Pilot+ at empire.supportingcast.fm.

Custard TV Podcast
Time Machine 16: Dec '99: Sex And Death, Last Christmas, Snow Graham Norton, Rock Profile

Custard TV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 58:35


Matt and Luke board the TV Time Machine for one final time in 1999 to review 4 not so festive treats from December. Firstly, Martin Clunes stars in an off-kilter comedy drama about the inner workings of a shock TV show entitled 'Sex And Death' Then, there's the only Christmassy-sounding show, in BBC One's sort of family drama Last Christmas starring Pauline Quirke and Ray Winstone. Then, the pair examine the evolution of Graham Norton by looking back at his first Christmas Show as part of So Graham Norton on Channel 4. Lastly, the barely known comedy duo Matt Lucas and David Walliams get their first shot at TV with UK Play's Rock Profile in which the pair play over-the-top versions of Pop stars such as George Michael, the lads from Steps and Michael Jackson and his ever-loyal friend Elizabeth Taylor. Also, Matt tests Luke's music knowledge for the final time with the Christmas Chart of December 99 where Cliff Richard's The Millennium Prayer is still hanging around!

Saturday Live
Martin Clunes, Sabrina Pace-Humphreys, Richard Armitage, Ellie Taylor

Saturday Live

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 60:21


Actor Martin Clunes, who although now has hung up his stethoscope, will forever be Doc Martin for some. But, these days he's busy meeting remarkable animals; from search-and-rescue dogs to mine-sniffing rats and therapy horses. The mighty Sabrina Pace-Humphreys is here, she's a trailblazing ultra-runner, author and activist, who not only tackles gruelling terrain but also breaks down barriers; encouraging diversity every step of the way. Richard Armitage is an actor, author and voice-over artist who has thrilled us for over two decades - from Spooks, The Hobbit and North & South to Harlan Coben's hit Netflix dramas - making him the only man on the programme for whom spying, dragons and Victorian etiquette are all in a day's work.All that, plus we have the Inheritance Tracks of the comedian, broadcaster and soon to be celebrity gladiator contestant...Ellie Taylor. Presenters: Nikki Bedi and Huw Stephens Producer: Ben Mitchell

British Murders Podcast
Interview #59 | The Real Manhunter: Colin Sutton Discusses His Illustrious Career

British Murders Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 66:06


I welcome Colin "The Real Manhunter" Sutton to the show in this interview episode. Colin spent the last nine years of his three-decade-long police career as a Senior Investigating Officer for the Met Police's Murder Squad. During that time, he and his team caught serial murderer Levi Bellfield and serial rapist Delroy Grant. British TV drama 'Manhunt' was based on those two high-profile investigations, with Martin Clunes starring as Colin. Follow Colin here: Facebook | Colin Sutton - Writer & Broadcaster Instagram | @c0linsutt0n X | @colinsutton ***This interview was recorded on February 6, 2024. Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and much more! Do you have a guest request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contact Intro music:⁣ David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣ davidjohnbrady.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

British Murders Podcast
Interview #59 | The Real Manhunter: Colin Sutton Discusses His Illustrious Career

British Murders Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2024 62:36


I welcome Colin "The Real Manhunter" Sutton to the show in this interview episode.Colin spent the last nine years of his three-decade-long police career as a Senior Investigating Officer for the Met Police's Murder Squad. During that time, he and his team caught serial murderer Levi Bellfield and serial rapist Delroy Grant.British TV drama 'Manhunt' was based on those two high-profile investigations, with Martin Clunes starring as Colin.Follow Colin here:Facebook | Colin Sutton - Writer & BroadcasterInstagram | @c0linsutt0nX | @colinsutton***This interview was recorded on February 6, 2024.Join my Patreon community at patreon.com/britishmurders for exclusive perks, including early access to ad-free episodes, bonus content, exciting giveaways, and much more!Do you have a guest request? Please send it to contact@britishmurders.com or fill out a Contact Form at britishmurders.com/contactIntro music:⁣David John Brady - 'Throw Down the Gauntlet'⁣davidjohnbrady.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Off Air... with Jane and Fi
The stark naked coffee club (with Martin Clunes)

Off Air... with Jane and Fi

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2024 47:57


Today, Jane and Fi say Goodbye to speaking about Morris Dancers - may you prance in peace. Plus, Jane shares some speculative information she overheard at the hairdressers. And Jane speaks to actor and presenter, Martin Clunes, about his new series of 'Islands of the Pacific'. You can book your tickets to see Jane and Fi live at the new Crossed Wires festival here: https://www.sheffieldtheatres.co.uk/book/instance/663601 Our next book club pick has been announced - A Dutiful Boy by Mohsin Zaidi. If you want to contact the show to ask a question and get involved in the conversation then please email us: janeandfi@times.radio Follow us on Instagram! @janeandfi Assistant Producer: Hannah Quinn Times Radio Producer: Rosie Cutler Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Dave Berry Breakfast Show
Breakfast - Martin Clunes On Your Leg Of Favourites

The Dave Berry Breakfast Show

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2024 23:02


This morning, for the first time this year, Dave is bringing back his tattoo map of the UK! And.. we hear more of your radio station ideas, who remembers Scrubs?

Custard TV Podcast
TV Time Machine Episode 4: Christmas 1998: Men Behaving Badly, Louis' Weird Christmas, Jonathan Creek, Paddington Green

Custard TV Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2023 77:11


Matt and Luke board the TV Time Machine one final time this year to travel back to Christmas 1998. They watch the first of what would be Men Behaving Badly's final trilogy of Simon Nye's comedy starring Martin Clunes, Neil Morrissey, Caroline Quentin and Leslie Ash. It's actually a double helping of Caroline Quentin, as she pops up again, alongside Alan Davies in Black Canary - that year's Jonathan Creek Christmas Special. They also watch the Christmas special of Louis Theroux's Weird Weekends which brings together four very different contributors who Louis met in the first series of his series looking at little-known American subcultures. Finally, and possibly the most '90s of all the shows - they revisit the mostly forgotten 'docusoap' Paddington Green which debuted on BBC One over Christmas.

Second Chance
The Mastermind Behind Two Notorious Manhunts - Colin Sutton

Second Chance

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 33:24


Colin Sutton, a former police detective, is celebrated for his instrumental role in the capture of two of the UK's most notorious criminals. Levy Bellfield, a serial killer, and Delroy Grant, a serial rapist, were both caught thanks to his exceptional efforts. The BAFTA-nominated ITV drama "Manhunt" was inspired by the successful investigations led by Sutton. With over three decades of experience and a record of solving over 30 murder cases, Sutton is a seasoned detective with a remarkable track record. His involvement in these two high-profile cases, however, brought him widespread recognition. In "Manhunt," DCI Sutton is portrayed by Martin Clunes as the lead investigator who brought both criminals to justice. Sutton's book "Manhunt" provides a comprehensive insight into his methods and strategies. I had the pleasure of meeting Colin earlier this year at Crimecon, where we discussed his exceptional work as a detective in front of a live audience. We also talked about the challenges and fame that came with his exceptional career, as well as the second chance he gave to the victims of the crimes he helped solve.Guest Links:Colin on XColin's WebsiteSecond Chance Podcast Links:Second Chance on YouTubeSecond Chance on InstagramSecond Chance on FacebookSecond Chance on LinkedInRaphael's Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Britcom Goes To The Movies
S01 E02 - Staggered (1994)

Britcom Goes To The Movies

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 97:02


Episode 2: Getting in the Swing. The only way is up (we hope) after Lesbian Vampire Killers. Next on our agenda was to take a closer look at the Martin Clunes 1994 vehicle Staggered. A film that at the time seemed ubiquitous because of an aggressive marketing campaign, but not one that's widely remembered in 2023. In fact not even by Guy and Rob it would seem. Both huge Men Behaving Badly fans, one had seen Staggered but couldn't remember it, while the other couldn't remember if he had seen it. Keeping up? It's fair to say that Staggered wouldn't have received the exposure it did at the time without the burgeoning TV stardom of Martin Clunes on Men Behaving Badly and after losing the services on Comic Strip Presents director Sandy Johnson, Clunes was given the task of directing Staggered himself. Tune in to find out whether that was a good idea or not. Amongst other things, we get stuck into Men Behaving Badly, Robin of Sherwood, Babes in the Wood, Boobs in the Wood and the unforgettable Warren. See where Staggered rates in our master list of two and who can gain the upper hand (sadly a sitcom that never made the big screen) in the BritCom Goes to the Movies Quiz. You can follow Britcom Goes To The Movies on Twitter and Instagram as @britcomgoes you can email us at britcomgoes@gmail.com and don't forget to like, subscribe and give us a lovely review wherever you get your podcasts to help us reach a wider audience. Staggered – Full Movie https://youtu.be/Iu_nz5StaWw?si=pRxzS2eJwSJzsygZ   Tim Nice But Dim feat. Martin Clunes https://youtu.be/5XHN_1oJXeY?si=POx13MMXgLltN0ee   Men Behaving Badly: What are you thinking? https://youtu.be/-GyxboBU4J4?si=qzNgq6YOtLizACwO   Men Behaving Badly: Toilet https://youtu.be/6NXpAjCudnA?si=XhYwrZiiqj8m2B6H   Robin of Sherwood Trailer https://youtu.be/b9BiXsnYd7k?si=oI6R4bNn2DtDPnLy   Babes in the Wood https://youtu.be/whj5h8-WZZc?si=tSs1qSuvTI56p7zu

Stop the Killing
S4E19 THE REAL MANHUNTER - COLIN SUTTON

Stop the Killing

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2023 38:49


THE REAL MANHUNTER - COLIN SUTTON  In this episode of Stop the Killing podcast, we have a very special guest, retired Metropolitan SIO Colin Sutton. Sutton is famed for solving the Levi Bellfield and Night Stalker cases in London, and for being portrayed by Martin Clunes in the TV dramatization of his career manhunt. In this episode, Sutton opens up to Katherine and Sarah about his most impactful cases and the fortitude it takes to solve them. He shares his insights into the challenges of being a detective and the emotional toll it can take. But that's not all. In this episode, we reveal a surprising link between Colin Sutton and John Candy. What could it be? You'll have to tune in to find out! PLUS CHECK OUT COLIN'S BOOK RECOMMENDATION: No Ordinary Day: Espionage, betrayal, terrorism and corruption - the truth behind the murder of WPC Yvonne Fletcher  COLIN'S BOOK : MANHUNT  Don't forget to subscribe to Stop the Killing podcast and access add-free, early access, bonus content, and video content on patreon.com/stopthekilling and on Apple Podcasts subscription. Links and instructions are available in the show notes. And if you are wanting AD FREE | EARLY ACCESS | BONUS CONTENT  HIT THE BANNER ON APPLE PODCASTS TO SUBSCRIBE OR SUPPORT US: Patreon.com/stopthekilling  Send us your Listener Questions for our Tuesday episodes  Message us on instagram :  @conmunitypodcast @stopthekillingstories And for all things Katherine Schweit including where you can purchase her book STOP THE KILLING: How to end the mass shooting crisis head to: www.katherineschweit.com SUPPORTING OUR SPONSORS, SUPPORTS THE PODCAST CRIMECON UK TICKETS HERE CRIMECON US TICKETS HERE DON'T forget to use DISCOUNT CODE “FERRIS”  BLENDJET Check out BlendJet: The original portable blender coupon: stk12 (case sensitive) custom URL: https://zen.ai/stk12   Go to blendjet.com and use code stk12 to save 12% off your order OR use my special link, and the discount will be applied at checkout https://zen.ai/stk12 RESOURCES Stop the Bleed training FBI  RUN, HIDE, FIGHT This is a CONmunity Podcast Production on the Killer Podcasts Network Check out more: CONNING THE CON KLOOGHLESS - THE LONG CON GUILTY GREENIE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alright, Pet?
Actor Martin Clunes, celebrating guide dogs and Battersea Park children's zoo

Alright, Pet?

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2023 56:04


Specialist veterinary surgeon Rob Adams and presenter Anne-Marie Wallace team up for a third series of Alright, pet? and this time they're on the road! Travelling up and down the UK, this week the team head to the National Guide dog centre in Leamington Spa to find out about how these special dogs help people with visual impairment and how the dogs are selected. Lizzy from Battersea park zoo takes Anne-Marie round this children's zoo to discuss the conservation programmes they have in place for the short-clawed otter, Scottish wild cat and Bali starling. Actor Martin Clunes talks about living on his farm, his animal documentaries and adopting a retired guide dog.If you have a concern or query about your animal that you would like answered contact Rob and Anne-Marie by email at alrightpet@bbc.co.uk

Chaplin Talks
Martin Clunes Interview | Chaplin Talks

Chaplin Talks

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2023 38:36


Today Spencer welcomes Actor, Tv Presenter, Director, and Documentary Filmmaker Martin Clunes. Mr. Clunes has acted and directed in many hit tv shows such as "Men Behaving Badly", and had and an 18 year stint in the tv show "Doc Martin" which was produced by his own company. He also visited my grandfather's home in Vevey, Switzerland after his directorial debut film "Staggered" won multiple awards on the festival circuit.So strap yourself in as we explore and discuss Martin's incredible career and please do laugh along with us.

Paul Maleary's Ex-Job Downloaded Podcast

Part 2Colin discusses his move to West Yorkshire Police and his views on drugs and tactics used to bring burglars to justice.Colin discusses his return to the South of England and joining Surrey Police where he worked with Sir Mark Rowley. However, Colin was so unhappy in Surrey Police he returned to the Metropolitan Police. Colin worked with esteemed detectives such John Sweeney who had previously been the SIO on the Keith Blakelock murder.Colin discusses how he became involved in the investigation of the murder of Milly Dowler and the subsequent conviction of Levi Bellfield. We discuss how Martin Clunes played Colin in the dramas Manhunter and Nightstalker, and how Paul Gascoigne met Colin and Martin at Good Morning Britain.We discuss the relationship between the Police and press and how it was destroyed by senior Metropolitan Police leaders during the arrest of journalists under the banner of Op Elveden . with the police and the lack of research carried out by media including the BBC during the recent interview Elon Musk.Colin works closely with Revelation Films who produce The Real Manhunter and has several projects in the pipeline which will be released at a later date. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Travel with Rick Steves
707 Islands of Britain; Italy for Food Lovers; Flavors of Florence

Travel with Rick Steves

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2023 52:00


English actor Martin Clunes recommends some of his favorite smaller British isles among the many he visited while filming a travel documentary. Then Rick checks in with Italian-food expert Fred Plotkin to celebrate the completion of their new guide to Italy's regional cuisine. And a Florence-based tour guide lets us in on her favorite food and wine shops for showing off her city's culinary delights. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Fortunately... with Fi and Jane
248. You Jump in When They Breathe in, With Julian Worricker

Fortunately... with Fi and Jane

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2022 55:27


Fi and Jane are joined by the broadcaster Julian Worricker. The voice of The World Tonight on Radio 4 and Weekend on the World Service chats to two of his fellow former 5Live colleagues. Their conversation includes insights on lichen varieties across the UK, a masterclass on verbal interception and rumination on the next Eurovision. Outside Julian's appearance there is a moment of understanding about Martin Clunes and Jane is full of golfing bravado. (I'm a bot). Get in touch: fortunately.podcast@bbc.co.uk

Murder Most English
Episode 11 - Manhunt and A Touch of Frost

Murder Most English

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 48:40


We discuss Manhunt and A Touch of FrostManhunt is available on Acorn in the US.A Touch of Frost is available on Britbox in the US.Discussion of  Manhunt  begins at :32Discussion of  A Touch of Frost  begins at 19:45  The music for our podcast is  Grand Dark Waltz Trio Allegro by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/7922-grand-dark-waltz-trio-allegroLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseOur artwork is by Ilan Sheady of https://www.unclefrankproductions.comSupport the showEat Sleep NerdListen in on the geeky conversions of three life-long nerds.Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify The Man Who Wanted EternityA new, homemade, comedy fiction podcast about a man trying to get an exemption from deathListen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Murder Most English
Episode 10 - Arthur & George and Sherlock Holmes

Murder Most English

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2022 52:45


We discuss Arthur & George and Sherlock Holmes.Arthur & George is available on the PBS app or on Amazon Prime with the PBS Masterpiece add-on in the US.Sherlock Holmes is available on Britbox in the US.Discussion of  Arthur & George  begins at 5:55Discussion of  Sherlock Holmes  begins at 24:16  The music for our podcast is  Grand Dark Waltz Trio Allegro by Kevin MacLeodLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/7922-grand-dark-waltz-trio-allegroLicense: https://filmmusic.io/standard-licenseOur artwork is by Ilan Sheady of https://www.unclefrankproductions.comSupport the showSupport the show

Behind the Scenes with Colin Edmonds
From Nicholas Roeg to Martin Clunes: the incredible career of ad guru turned top British TV sitcom writer, Paul Mendelson.

Behind the Scenes with Colin Edmonds

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2022 70:10


How does a lawyer turned top advertising executive become one of the most successful television writers on TV creating award nominated comedy series and dramas. This week's Behind the Scenes guest has done just that. In addition to creating the long-running BBC tv series “May to December” and “My Hero”, plus the American animated comedy “Neigbours From Hell”, he also penned the critically acclaimed “Losing It”. Now he's a best-selling comic novelist with Hollywood producers knocking at his door. Meet the unstoppable Paul Mendelson. 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

Last Word
Beryl Vertue CBE (pictured), Flavio Carboni, Phil Harvey, Lata Mangeshkar

Last Word

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2022 28:06


Matthew Bannister on Beryl Vertue, the TV and film producer who brought us 'Men Behaving Badly' and 'Sherlock'. The actors Martin Clunes and Martin Freeman pay tribute. Flavio Carboni, the Italian wheeler dealer who was at the centre of many legal and political mysteries, including the death of the Vatican banker Roberto Calvi. Phil Harvey, the American businessman who set up a chain of sex shops to fund the provision of birth control to millions of people in the developing world. Lata Mangeshkar, who was seen as one of India's most influential singers. She recorded songs in thirty six Indian languages. Producer: Neil George Interviewed guest: Simon Nye Interviewed guest: Martin Clunes Interviewed guest: Martin Freeman Interviewed guest: Philip Willan Interviewed guest: Simona Zecchi Interviewed guest: Christopher Purdy Interviewed guest: Anil Sinanan Archive clips used: BBC RADIO 3, Free Thinking 09/06/2021; Thames TV/Hartswood Films, Men Behaving Badly S01 E01 18/02/1992; BBC/Hartswood Films, Men Behaving Badly S06 E01 06/11/1997; BBC/Hartswood Films, Sherlock 2010; BBC RADIO 4, Desert Island Discs 20/01/2013; YouTube, Italian Dinner Party 2010; BBC ONE, PANORAMA: Called To Account 20/12/1982; BBC NEWS, Report on Roberto Calvi 06/10/2005; BBC NEWS, Bomb Explosion in Bologna 03/08/1980; DKT International, Phil Harvey: Pioneer of Social Marketing 28/09/2015; YouTube/Telly TalkIndia, Lata Mangeshkar Funeral 07/02/2022.

Lost and Found
Doc Martin

Lost and Found

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 5, 2022 2:48


There are shows that teleport one to where they are set in, to such an immersive degree that one becomes familiar with the characteristic life of that place.  And today's Lost and Found ushers us to the idyllic, sleepy Cornish fishing village of Port Isaac in Northern Cornwall which is depicted as Portwenn (pronounced ‘Port when') on screen. Yes, you guessed it right, we're talking about Doc Martin. The show's about the eponymous grumpy and uptight doctor who finds himself in a pickle when he decides to move to rural Cornwall to set up practice. Headlined by Martin Clunes, the show works for its disarmingly matter-of-fact style of comedy which is rarely seen on TV anymore. The 2004 show hardly made a splash on TV and some even found it to be rather uneventful. One may agree that there's very little that happens in Portwenn and what does transpire may seem too trivial to make the audience sit up and take notice. But it's the bumbling exchanges between the idiosyncratic characters that make up for the show's sluggish pace. The muted humour largely centres around Doc Martin's inability to keep up with Portwenn's locals – a gossipy bunch with little refrain who can't be bothered to maintain the British reserve. Needless to say, each episode follows the hapless doctor as he goes beyond his call of duty to assist a Portwenn local negotiate a peculiar challenge. So, if you're in the mood for a show that helps you unwind and furnishes a comforting mood with some light comedy tossed in, add Doc Martin to your watchlist right away. Doc Martin can be streamed on Netflix.Well, that's the Lost and Found  for today's podcast, I shall be back again soon with a new episode. Until then it's your host Nikhil signing out.

Beyond Reasonable Doubt
Beyond Reasonable Doubt: Catching the Night Stalker

Beyond Reasonable Doubt

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2021 35:10


For 17 years serial rapist and burglar Delroy Grant – who  became known as the ‘Night Stalker' - terrorised elderly people in south London, cutting phone lines before breaking into homes and carrying out horrific sex attacks on victims as old as 93. Award-winning Daily Mail crime writer Stephen Wright speaks to ex Metropolitan Police DCI Colin Sutton, whose battle to capture Grant is now an ITV drama starring Martin Clunes, on the near-miss that left Grant free to attack more victims, and how his team finally tracked down the monster and saw him jailed for 27 years for a string of rapes, sex assaults and burglaries. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

BizNews Radio
BizNews Power Hour 18 Oct: Focus on "Doc Martin" Clunes; David Shapiro; Linking economic/population growth; PowerPulse

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 61:05


In this episode of the BizNews Power Hour, legendary British actor Martin Clunes talks about South Africa, his industry and the "Doc Martin" star's latest role, the BritBox series Manhunt II: The Night Stalker; Sasfin Security's David Shapiro offers his unique market insights; The FT ponders the link between economic and population growth; and Standard Bank's Deerosh Maharaj and Kevin Ssemwogerere unpack PowerPulse, an innovative digital platform that helps companies to install alternatives to Eskom power.

BizNews Radio
Martin Clunes on Manhunt; final Doc Martin series; turning 60; Covid's impact on actors; SA's Adrian Gardiner; and more

BizNews Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2021 17:46


In this podcast, British actor Martin Clunes joins BizNews editor Alec Hogg for a wide ranging discussion which moves from the star's latest hit series where he plays DCI Colin Sutton in Manhunt; the 10th and final season of the iconic Doc Martin; his successful spousal business partnership with Philippa Braithwaite; the counter-intuitive impact of Covid on the entertainment industry; visiting South Africa and turning 60 (next month).

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham
Martin Clunes MANHUNT: The Night Stalker

Afternoon Drive with John Maytham

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 12:18


Guest: Martin Clunes John will be joined by Martin Clunes to discuss ;MANHUNT: The Night Stalker'. Alexander Martin Clunes OBE DL is an English actor, comedian, director and television presenter. He is best known for portraying Martin Ellingham in the ITV comedy-drama series Doc Martin and Gary Strang in Men Behaving Badly.    Manhunt The Night Stalker, a four part drama, is the real life story of the police pursuit of a notorious serial burglar and rapist, whose 17 year reign of terror left thousands of elderly people in south east London living in fear. It is based on the diaries of Colin Sutton. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You didn't let me finish!
Episode 71: “Hunting the stalker” - DCI Colin Sutton, Martin Clunes

You didn't let me finish!

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 37:54


@ITV .. #Manhunt: 'Night Stalker' Delroy Grant caught by DCI Colin Sutton. The smash hit series is back, starring Martin Clunes - so we give you part of our interview recorded last year when Colin was writing for the programme. @lindaevangelista : Supermodel left 'permanently deformed' by fat freezing cosmetic procedure. 

Mental Health Training
Empathy in Mental health

Mental Health Training

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2021 11:22


Empathy in Mental Health Empathy is a natural human emotion, and it served our ancestors' to thrive on being socially acceptable within society and sensitive to the needs of our offspring.  Now, anyone devoid of it strikes us as threatening or mentally ill. For example, the absence of empathy is often considered one of the distinctive features of narcissism and violent behaviour is also known for its lack of compassion.  Empathy defined:  We cringe with imagined pain as we watch someone fall or cry at a stranger's loss as we witness their sorrow; these are common humanistic responses. It is often described as “the ability to see the world through someone else's eyes”. (LeCompte A (2000). To be empathetic, we have to visualise what it would be like to be a mentality in the head of others or to walk a mile in their shoes. Initially, empathy makes us reach out to others emotionally and then understand their situation and treat them with kindness.  Some of you may recognise this as good old morals or bedside manner within the medical profession, but there is indeed a link between empathy and quality of care (Huggard, 2003). Martin Clunes adequately displayed this as Doc Martin tribulations with his absence of altruism and fear of blood (hemophobia) contributed to some amusing encounters and sympathetic groans from the viewers in the British TV series that beggars belief. Alternatively, as our stress hormone kicks into survival mode, our empathic nature then shuts down in the heat of the moment, focusing only on our particular pain and the innate need for self-preservation.  However, this simplistic approach is questionable if you look at personality traits. Some people, known as empaths, have such high empathy that they seem to take on the feelings of others, and their cortisol response is undoubtedly different in this case. They often respond more strongly to the pain and emotional distress others experience. The mental load of feeling what everyone around you feels can also become too much and cause an increase of cortisol within the person. Empaths share all the traits of Dr Elaine Aron's “Highly Sensitive People” or HSPs. Empaths are like sponges that absorb all the stress surrounding them, making them vulnerable to adrenal fatigue.  Learn more: https://mentalhealthtraining.info/mental-health/empathy

Implotsters
Live Twice, Love Once (Vivir Dos Veces), Shakespeare in Love

Implotsters

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2021 26:20


Monica, Samantha & Greg guess the plot of movies/TV shows: Live Twice, Love Once (Vivir Dos Veces), & Shakespeare in Love. Follow us on: www.instagram.com/implotsters/ www.twitter.com/implotsters www.facebook.com/implotsters www.youtube.com/channel/UCNt0P8dGWkM1OdnhKO3pXKg TikTok @Implotsters Visit our website: www.implotsters.com

The Trevor Feelgood Podcast

Trevor Feelgood Talks To Martin Clunes At West Wood One UK Studio

Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
Long time Bass player for Jools Holland & much more - Dave Swift chats with Darrell Craig Harris on Music Matters Podcast - EP.08

Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 87:44


It was great to re-connect with Dave at his home in south-east London, UK. After a long British summer, Dave found himself not only in the second lockdown but to boot it was raining - I wonder if it was sunny would he have spoken to me in his garden with a great British beer in-hand! Our chat was insightful and great fun. Amongst many achievements Dave has been the featured bassist on 7 double platinum-selling albums - so we could have spoken for hours! Below is a shortened - extract of Dave's extensive professional experience - which I encourage you to read and visit his website and social media channels.  Since joining Jools Holland and His Rhythm and Blues Orchestra in 1991, Dave Swift has established himself as one of the UK's finest, high-profile bass players. In his 30+ year career makes for an impressive portfolio, playing with renowned artists such as George Benson, Chaka Khan, Eric Clapton and Paul Simon. This list of famous names continues on and on... Dave has performed at many prestigious events including the North Sea Jazz Festival, Dubai International Jazz Festival, Blue Note Tokyo, Amnesty International, the Montreux Jazz Festival, Glastonbury Music Festival, and a G8 Conference for world leaders, which included former British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, and President Bill Clinton. Additional performances include the Millennium Night celebration at the Millennium Dome for Her Majesty the Queen and a sell-out concert at the Sydney Opera House during their 2008 tour of Australia and New Zealand. Dave Swift has been the in-house bassist for Chris Evans's primetime Saturday night TV show, Don't Forget Your Toothbrush, and Name That Tune on Channel 5. Since their inception, Dave Swift has performed on both the BBC TV show, Later…with Jools Holland, and the Jools Holland Show on BBC Radio 2. Where there is music, there is Dave Swift; he's recorded on many British movie soundtracks, which include: Secret Friends (Dennis Potter), MILK (Dawn French), Kevin and Perry Go Large (Harry Enfield & Cathy Burke), and Hunting Venus (Martin Clunes). More recently he recorded the soundtrack for the period drama Me & Orson Welles, starring Zac Efron, Christian McKay and Claire Danes. Dave Swift continues to tour both in the UK and around the world. To read a full bio, click here.     A Big thanks to our friends at #AudioGeer and the team @shure for their awesome support! #Shure #MV7 #podcast mic! Please check out our Music Matters podcast on @spotifypodcasts Hey, also check out the New Music Matters Podcast Website- and Music Matters SWAG And a Big Shout and thanks for the support of the following: Rodney Hall FAME Recording Studios in Muscle Shoals, Alabama Shure microphones Affliction clothing  and Nigel J. my co-producer and voice over talent, all while running - Music Tribes Unite Media for our Podcast - Productions - Please, support, LIKE and helps us grow - check out our Social Media pages:             

Born on this Day podcast
November 28th

Born on this Day podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 28, 2020 22:18


Born on this Day: is a daily podcast hosted by Bil Antoniou, Amanda Barker & Marco Timpano. Celebrating the famous and sometimes infamous born on this day. Check out their other podcasts: Bad Gay Movies, Bitchy Gay Men Eat & Drink Every Place is the Same My Criterions The Insomnia Project Marco's book: 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Podcast NOVEMBER 28 Happy French Toast Day Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Karen Gillan , Ed Harris, Joe Cole , Ryan Kwanten, Judd Nelson , Alfonso Cuarón, Martin Clunes, Anna Nicole Smith, Colman Domingo , Gloria Grahame, Joe Dante, Jon Stewart Armando Iannucci , Hope Lange , S. Epatha Merkerson, Alexander Godunov, Agnieszka Holland, Paul Shaffer , Randy Newman --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/born-on-this-day-podcast/message

Distinct Nostalgia
Kelly's Heroes - Craig Kelly catches up with friend and Benidorm star Julie Graham

Distinct Nostalgia

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 44:58


For the past few weeks we've been running a special series - Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly. In each programme, Craig catches up with one of his famous friends to reminisce about old times and check in on how they're coping with life during these strange times. In this fourth programme we're showcasing, Craig meets friend and Benidorm star Julie Graham. Craig says: Julie talks to me from her house in Brighton. We chat about her catchphrase 'Hello baby', the time at the Donmar Warehouse in our sell out play Helpless, where knickers were actually thrown at the curtain call and when Sam Mendes brought his recently won oscars backstage at press night as one of the actors snatched the Oscar from his hand to practice their acceptance speech in the mirror. We also talk about working with national treasure Martin Clunes multiple times and wandering around hotel corridors naked in the middle of the night. We discuss how she wrote and got her online TV series Dun breedin' made and aired during lockdown.Julie also tells me her fantasy dinner party guests, why she wants her next part to be a clairvoyant, how much fun those Peugeot 106 ads were and of course reveals and sings her favourite song.If you like Kelly's Heroes, you can hear regular weekly interviews by searching for 'Kelly Heroes' wherever you get your podcasts. ...................................................................From now onwards you can enjoy 4 NEW Distinct Nostalgia shows every single week Tuesday is specials day and for the next few weeks it's the home of Kelly's Heroes with Queer as Folk star Craig Kelly.Thursday is now Distinct Nostalgia soap day. Loads of retro soap chat with the actual stars who were there ... The regular Distinct Nostalgia programme moves to Saturdays with a variety of shows celebrating all our tv and film yesterdays.And then we’ve the Distinct Nostalgia Mind of the Month Quiz with Andy Hoyle on Sundays. (note: the quiz is taking a break during September). Look out for details of its temporary replacement)Distinct Nostalgia - 4 Times A Week plus a treasure trove of programmes to listen to any time at DistinctNostalgia.comSupport the show (https://www.patreon.com/distinctnostalgia)

Kelly's Heroes
Kelly's Heroes with Julie Graham

Kelly's Heroes

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 44:10


Julie talks to me from her house in Brighton. We chat about her catchphrase 'Hello baby', the time at the Donmar Warehouse in our sell out play Helpless, where knickers were actually thrown at the curtain call and when Sam Mendes brought his recently won oscars backstage at press night as one of the actors snatched the Oscar from his hand to practice their acceptance speech in the mirror. We also talk about working with national treasure Martin Clunes multiple times and wandering around hotel corridors naked in the middle of the night. We discuss how she wrote and got her online TV series Dun breedin' made and aired during lockdown.Julie also tells me her fantasy dinner party guests, why she wants her next part to be a clairvoyant, how much fun those Peugeot 106 ads were and of course reveals and sings her favourite song.

You didn't let me finish!
Episode 20: "Unrequited Lust"

You didn't let me finish!

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2020 57:13


Manhunt Part 2 interview - hunting the stalkerEx Murder detective Colin Sutton who unrelentingly hunted serial killer Levi Bellfield & “The Night Stalker” Rapist Delroy Grant- who Martin Clunes plays in  ITV drama ‘Manhunt’ Johnny Depp trial  Keeley Bunker rape & murder How 'McLibel' changed libel laws in England; McDonalds v Steel & MorrisCharlene Downes Blackpool grooming caseMincing people and body disposal

All About The Doubt
Ep #4 - I think his cymbals would be ruby clad...

All About The Doubt

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2020 65:18


Reassuring, Honest and Humerous Episode #4 and this week we take a leap into the topic of creative participation and how creative community activities support health and wellbeing. The boys are joined by Jeanette Fanthome, who is currently working on a PhD at Keele School of Medicine to discuss how being immersed in creative community activities can boost confidence levels. We also question the rigidity of Martin Clunes's ears and Mr Whitfield gets some new platform boots!! Don't forget to get involved and send us your stories, comments and questions! Instagram: @AllAboutTheDoubt Twitter: @AllAboutDoubt --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/allaboutthedoubt/message

You didn't let me finish!
Episode 18: "Manhunt: A murderer fights for life" - Levi Bellfield, Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, Martin Clunes

You didn't let me finish!

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2020 51:30


Interview with the murder detective who unrelentingly hunted serial killer Levi Bellfield. DCI Sutton’s character stars in  ITV drama ‘Manhunt’ played by Martin Clunes telling story of his pursuit of the killerJohnny Depp trial - part 3 - The Whitney Henriquez video Monstrous X-factor contestant rapist Phillip Blackwell jailed for life

Like Minded Friends with Tom Allen & Suzi Ruffell
CSI: Crime Scene Investi-GAY-tion

Like Minded Friends with Tom Allen & Suzi Ruffell

Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2020 33:53


Scallop collar crime, cocktail shaking, Martin Clunes holidays and weddings missed.Don’t forget you can email the show chattolikemindedfriends@gmail.com, and if you like us why not leave us a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or wherever it is you listen See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Chef Tales podcast
AA rosette

Chef Tales podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2020 32:21


I was laughed because I was talking about wanting to win a rosette. Well, I actually won an AA rosette. I was feeling on top of world. Fuck you Martin Clunes look a like, you drunk! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cheftales/message

The Great British Shitcom
Men Behaving Badly (Part 1)

The Great British Shitcom

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 33:45


In the first of a Men Behaving Badly double-bill, we watch Series 1 Episode 2 entitled 'The Bet'. Joined by the usual cast of Caroline Quentin, Leslie Ash, and Martin Clunes, Harry Enfield plays the part of Clunes' flatmate, Dermot. www.greatbritishshitcom.com Twitter / Instagram / Facebook @britishshitcom / #shitcom

The Great British Shitcom
Men Behaving Badly (Part 2)

The Great British Shitcom

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2018 41:16


In the second part of a Men Behaving Badly double bill Martin Clunes is joined by Neil Morrissey for Series 5, episode 2 entitled 'The Good Pub Guide' www.greatbritishshitcom.com Twitter / Instagram / Facebook @britishshitcom / #shitcom

The Christian O’Connell Breakfast Show - Choice Cuts
Who's Calling Christian - Martin Clunes

The Christian O’Connell Breakfast Show - Choice Cuts

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2015 6:39


Martin Clunes is on the phone with Christian and he has very hungry dogs waiting for him to hang up.

Desert Island Discs
Martin Clunes

Desert Island Discs

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2011 35:18


Kirsty Young's castaway is the actor Martin Clunes. He became a household name in the 1990s in the comedy "Men Behaving Badly" and, in the years since, has performed at The National Theatre, presented a number of natural history documentaries and become the gruff GP in the comedy drama "Doc Martin."His prominent ears are among his trademarks and he reveals that early in his career he turned down an opportunity to have them pinned back. He said: "I just didn't fancy it - maybe I hadn't noticed them".Record: Sailing - Rod Stewart Book: Puckoon by Spike Milligan Luxury: An electric guitarProducer: Leanne Buckle.

Doctor Who: Tin Dog Podcast
TDP 166: Snakedance (Mara box set DVD2)

Doctor Who: Tin Dog Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2011 12:37


Plot The arrival of the on Manussa, formerly homeworld of both the Manussan Empire and Sumaran Empire, triggers nightmares in , who dreams of a snake-shaped cave mouth. It is evident to the that the is reasserting itself on her mind following her possession by the entity while on the Kinda planet of Deva Loka (). He attempts to calm her by taking her and in search of the cave but Tegan is too scared to enter when they find it, and runs away. Alone and confused Tegan lapses under the control of the Mara once more, revelling in horror and destruction. The emblem of the snake soon returns to her arm. Manussa is in the grip of a festival of celebration of the banishment of the Mara from the civilisation five hundred years earlier. In the absence of the Federator, who rules over the three-planet Federation, his indolent son Lon is to have a major role in the celebration, supported by his mother the Lady Tanha and the archaeologist Ambril, who is an expert in the Sumaran period. Lon is intrigued with the notion that the Mara might one day return as prophesied, but Ambril is unconvinced and believes such talk is the product of cranks. When the Doctor tries to get Ambril to take the threat seriously he too is dismissed as a maverick, though the young deputy curator Chela is more sympathetic to the Doctor and gives him a small blue crystal called a Little Mind's Eye, which is used by the Snakedancers, a mystical cult, in their ceremonies to repel the Mara. The Doctor realises the small crystal and its large counterpart, the Great Mind's Eye, can be used as focal points for mental energy and can turn thought into matter. This, he determines, is how the Mara will transfer from Tegan's mind to corporeal existence. He realises that the Manussans must once have been a very advanced people who could use molecular engineering in a zero-gravity environment. They created the Great Mind's Eye without realising its full potential, and the crystal drew the fear, hatred, and evil from their minds, amplified it and fed it back to them. Thus the Mara was born into Manussa and the reign of the Sumaran Empire began. Meanwhile Tegan makes contact with Lon and passes the snake mark of the Mara to him too. They visit the cave from Tegan's dream which contains a wall pattern which could accommodate the Great Crystal. Lon is sent back to the Palace while she causes more havoc and takes control of a showman, Dugdale, who is used for her pleasure. Lon meanwhile covers his arm and goes about trying to persuade Ambril to use the real Great crystal in the ceremony, placing it in a position in a wall carving that will evidently enable the Mara to return as the Doctor predicted. To persuade him to comply, Ambril is shown a secret cave of Sumaran archaeological treasures and warned they will all be destroyed if he does not help him. Ambril thus agrees to the change in format. The Doctor and Nyssa have meanwhile been aided by Chela, who shares with them the journal of Dojjen, a snakedancer who was Ambril's predecessor. All three venture to the Palace to persuade the authorities to do something about the situation, but soon see Lon is in the grip of the Mara and orchestrating a very dangerous situation. All three escape and the Doctor now uses the Little Mind's Eye to contact Dojjen, who lives in sandy dunes beyond the city. They venture there and the Doctor communes with Dojjen by opening his mind after being bitten by a poisonous snake. He is told by the wise old snakedancer that the Mara may only be defeated by finding a still point in the mind. All three now head back to the city to prevent the ceremony of defeating the Mara using the real Great Crystal. The festivities are now at a peak, with a procession taking place which culminates in a ceremony at the cave. Lon plays the role of his ancestor Federator in rejecting the Mara. After a series of verbal challenges he seizes the real Great Crystal and places it in the appropriate place on the wall. Tegan and Dugdale arrive and she displays the Mara mark on her arm, which is now becoming flesh having fed on the fear in Dugdale's mind. With the crystal in place, the Mara is able to create itself in the cave, becoming a vast and deadly snake. However, the Doctor arrives in time and refuses to look at the snake or recognise its evil, relying instead on the still place he finds through mental commune with Dojjen via the Little Mind's Eye. This resistance interrupts the manifestation of the Mara and its three slaves are freed while the snake itself dies and rots. The Doctor comforts a distraught Tegan, sure that the Mara has at last been destroyed. [] Cast notes Features a guest appearance by Martin Clunes. See also . Brian Miller is the husband of who portrayed long-time companion . He later played Harry Sowersby in , an episode of . previously played Sheprah in and Safran in . [] Continuity Every story during Season 20 had the Doctor face an enemy from the past. For this story, the enemy was the , who was featured in the previous season's story (1982). In the redesigned TARDIS of the 1996 , one of the consoles displays different time eras such as the Era, Humanian Era and the Sumaron Era. The Sumaron era may be a reference to this episode. [] Production Serial details by episode Episode Broadcast date Run time Viewership (in millions) "Part One" 18 January 1983 (1983-01-18) 24:26 6.7 "Part Two" 19 January 1983 (1983-01-19) 24:35 7.7 "Part Three" 25 January 1983 (1983-01-25) 24:29 6.6 "Part Four" 26 January 1983 (1983-01-26) 24:29 7.4 In post-production, episode four of this story overran very badly. As a result, it had to be completely restructured. Originally the door for a third Mara adventure was to be left open, with closing scenes discussing the ultimate fate of the Great Crystal. Furthermore, a sequence in which the Doctor comforts Tegan had to be removed. The scene was reincorporated into the beginning of the subsequent serial, (1983). The success of Kinda and this story prompted Script Editor to commission Bailey to write a third and final story to feature the Mara: May Time. However, the story was abandoned due to production problems. This is one of the very few Doctor Who stories in which no one dies. [] In print book Snakedance Series Release number 83 Writer Publisher Cover artist ISBN Release date 3 May 1984 A novelisation of this serial, written by , was published by in January 1984. It was the first of several to feature Peter Davison's image in the logo. [] Broadcast and VHS release This story was released on in December 1994. This story was released on on 7 March 2011 along with in a special edition boxset entitled Mara Tales. [] References From the series overview, in issue 407 (pp26-29). , which counts the unbroadcast serial , lists this as story number 125. DVD follow The Discontinuity Guide numbering system. Shaun Lyon et al. (31 March 2007). . Outpost Gallifrey. Archived from on 31 July 2008. . Retrieved 30 August 2008.  . Doctor Who Reference Guide. . Retrieved 30 August 2008.  Sullivan, Shannon (7 August 2007). . A Brief History of Time Travel. . Retrieved 30 August 2008.  [] External links at at at the [] Reviews reviews at reviews at [] Target novelisation