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The Big Yin

1. Beginnings

Duration: 30 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio OrkneyLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 Extra

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Comedian Janey Godley celebrates the career of comedy legend, Billy Connolly and the influence he still has today.

In the first of a three part series, Janey sets out to discover why Glasgow was so important to The Big Yin - and how her comic hero paved the way for other comedians and artists.

Featuring:

Elaine C Smith
Barbara Dickson
Rab Noakes
Tony Roper
The Right Honourable Lord Provost of Glasgow, Councillor Sadie Docherty.

Producer: Debbie McPhaill

First broadcast on BBC Radio Scotland in October 2015. Show less

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