Episode 1
4 Extra Debut. Reading from his colourful memoir, comedian and actor Omid Djalili recalls when he provoked laughter for all the wrong reasons.
Comedian and actor Omid Djalili is one of Britain's funniest men. His memoirs take us through his unconventional childhood growing up in an Iranian household in London and chart his progression from serious acting into comedy.
It's a laugh-out-loud, intelligent and deeply touching journey through a fascinating life.
In the opening episode, Omid recalls occasions when he's provoked laughter for all the wrong reasons.
Abridger ..... Lu Kemp
Producer ..... Kirsty Williams
A 麻豆社 Scotland Production for 麻豆社 Radio 4 first broadcast in September 2014.
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Credits
| Role | Contributor |
|---|---|
| Reader | Omid Djalili |
| Author | Omid Djalili |
| Abridger | Lu Kemp |
| Producer | Kirsty Williams |
Broadcasts
Mon 1 Sep 2014 09:45麻豆社 Radio 4 FM- Tue 2 Sep 2014 00:30麻豆社 Radio 4
- Mon 8 Jul 2019 14:45麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
- Tue 9 Jul 2019 02:45麻豆社 Radio 4 Extra
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