Episode 34 'Peter Grahame's Diary 1986'

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  • Song Name: Episode 34 'Peter Grahame's Diary 1986'
  • Artist: A History of Comedy in Several Objects
  • Album: A History of Comedy in Several Objects Podcast
  • Year: 2018

Ladies and Gentlemen of the Jury, we are here for the case of A History Of Comedy in Several Objects versus the concept of boredom. The Prosecution (Dr Oliver Double and Elspeth Millar) will present the case of "Peter Grahame's Diary 1986". They will discuss their main evidence – the bookings diary for Downstairs at the King’s Head, one of the UK’s oldest comedy clubs. In the course of doing so, they’ll the wider context of the comedians and comedy scene of the 1980s. ORDER IN THE COURT! Olly and Elspeth interview Peter and hear about his fascinating and unique outlook on the industry and how it is changing. Do not be GUILTY of not giving us 5 Stars on iTunes (or it's a life sentence for you!).