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Oscar-nominated writer and Cardiff boy-done-good Peter Baynham joins Kiri for an in-depth chat about his life in comedy and writing for Steve Coogan, Sacha Baron Cohen and more.

Kiri Pritchard-McLean sits down for a candid conversation with the award-winning screenwriter, performer, and legendary comedy icon, Peter Baynham. Peter discusses his surprising career path, first leaving his hometown of Cardiff to join the merchant navy, later landing in London and getting noticed by Armando Iannucci, and eventually writing for the likes of Steve Coogan and Sacha Baron Cohen. The man's been nominated for three Oscars - a true legend of Welsh comedy.

Music by Ify Iwobi
Produced by Little Wander

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29 minutes

Last on

Thu 24 Oct 2024 18:30

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  • Thu 24 Oct 2024 18:30