Author: Production Village
Production Village develops, produces and markets podcasts and radio shows. We are co-owners of Humbug Radio which targets the UK’s 14 million Baby Boomers with music, comedy and chat. Production Village are comedy specialists. We act as consultants for broadcast & corporate clients who want to leverage the power of humour to better communicate with their audiences. Clients include Global Radio. We have close ties with our neighbours Downstairs at the Kings Head – the oldest comedy club in Britain. Since 2018 we’ve run workshops at the venue for people who are serious about getting into the comedy business. Our 2D animation brand Studio Senseless has produced a slate of award-winning short films, web series and music videos. Meanwhile, our comedy scripts are produced in theatres and arts centres all over the world. If, like us, you’re serious about finding the funny, you’ve come to the right place.
Humbug Radio isn’t just another station—it’s like tuning in to a great conversation with people on your wavelength. With its witty, irreverent tone, a love for great music, and a knack for keeping things fresh, it’s nostalgia with a twist and radio with personality. With a diverse line-up of fantastic shows and charismatic presenters, Humbug Radio has something for everyone. Among the notable personalities gracing the airwaves are Phil Cornwell, renowned for his quick wit and brilliant celebrity impressions; Jeremy Swift, Emmy nominated for his role in Ted Lasso; and man of a thousand voices Keith Wickham. Listeners can also enjoy the comedic talents of “Dead Ringers” regular Simon Lipson and veteran podcaster and author Brian Luff, alongside American stand-up comedian Rick Kieswetter. Then there’s award-winning sketch writer and performer John Dredge – a staple of the station since launch day, bringing his uniquely dry and surreal sense of humour and a cast of thousands to the Humbug audience.
What did bed bugs do before beds were invented? Plus, a fat cat falls off a balcony, an albino panda hides in the snow and Thesaurus Walrus lodges a complaint. Also, Georgina discovers a very scientific way to pour coffee and Brian wants to know how medieval hedgehogs picked up pieces of pineapple.
Brian & Georgina dress up as the Pet Shop Boys for this special bumper edition of their podcast. Among other things the show features Copenhagen’s most amazing chair, bees attacking a shoe shop, and a newsreader on a very small balcony. Plus, is blancmange really made of chicken? Also, a sink hole in the sofa, and what noise does a trumpet make if you can’t play the trumpet?
How to swallow a planet. Plus, Norway erects a statue to a dead walrus, cows with cats on their backs, and dolphins learn how to play keyboards. Also, a naked bike ride in Philadelphia, and Georgina makes a sound like a baby crocodile. To listen to this podcast ad-free, go to patreon.com/studiosenseless and become a patron of Sowerby & Luff Deluxe.
Can a cat adjust a thermostat? Plus, cruelty-free holy oil and is it good for you to sniff someone else’s sweat? Also, Brian remembers a night in a treehouse, and Georgina wonders how tiny a tiny dog should be.
The re-wiggling of rivers. Plus, a tortoise with a massive sex drive, a battery you can eat, and 3 humpback whales visit a health spa. Also, Luff has a problem with his Bluetooth, and the first appearance on the show of a brand new cast member called Factoid Android.
The complicated politics of ant pollination. Plus, Puffin Arrival Day, Monty Don plants a hazelnut, an update on Murphy the bald eagle, and should you borrow someone else’s dog? Also, Country Village News from deepest Dorset and why Luff can’t find the lid of his coleslaw.
The advent of smart speakers like Amazon’s Alexa has heralded a new era for internet radio enthusiasts, opening up a realm of possibilities that were once confined to desktop computers. With the integration of these devices into mobile phones and even smart speakers in cars, internet radio stations have broken free from the constraints of traditional platforms and ventured into the wild, offering listeners an unprecedented level of accessibility and choice. One such station that has embraced this newfound freedom is Central Hits Radio, based in the Midlands. Founded by two seasoned DJs, Stephan Cole and Dougie Scott, Central Hits Radio is not just another run-of-the-mill station. It represents a rebellion against the monotonous playlists and excessive advertisements that plague mainstream radio. As Scott puts it, “We were fed up with listening to radio stations who play the same 6 songs on repeat with more adverts than music, so we decided to stop moaning about it and create an alternative.” Central Hits Radio sets itself apart with its diverse playlist spanning the decades from the 1960s to the 1990s. It...
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