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The Museum of Curiosity: Series 16: Episode 4

Episode 4

Series 16

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John Lloyd and Holly Walsh with Griff Rhys Jones, Mary Roach and Lemn Sissay.

John Lloyd and Holly Walsh welcome comedian Griff Rhys Jones, writer Mary Roach and poet Lemn Sissay. From 2021.

Professor of Ignorance John Lloyd and his curator Holly Walsh welcome:

* Comedian, actor and presenter Griff Rhys Jones
* Bestselling author Mary Roach
* Award-winning poet Lemn Sissay

Mary Roach talks about her latest book Animal, Vegetable, Criminal which is about animals who break the law. 

Lemn Sissay explores the role of a poet and his Christmas Day Project to provide Christmas dinners for care leavers. 

Griff Rhys Jones discusses his time on Not The Nine O’Clock News and his love for the River Lea. 

This series was recorded remotely.

Researchers: Mike Shepherd, Mike Turner and Jack Chambers of QI.

Producer: Anne Miller

A BBC Studios production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in November 2021.

The Museum of Curiosity: Series 16

Intelligent speech, the most insightful journalism, the wittiest comedy, the most fascinating features and the most compelling drama and readings anywhere in UK radio.

Professor of Ignorance John Lloyd and curator Holly Walsh discuss some new curiosities.

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