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John Finnemore's Double Acts

Series 1

A Flock of Tigers

Duration: 30 minutes

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

4 Extra Debut. A seemingly ordinary train ride turns into an unexpected adventure for Edmund and Dolorosa. Starring Celia Imrie and Charles Edwards. From October 2015. Show more

Just a Minute

Series 75

Episode 1

Duration: 28 minutes

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

Nicholas Parsons is joined by Paul Merton, John Finnemore, Gyles Brandreth and Sheila Hancock, who try to speak for 60 seconds without hesitation, deviation or repetition. Show more

Just a Minute

Series 75

Episode 3

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Paul Merton, John Finnemore, Gyles Brandreth and Sheila Hancock join Nicholas Parsons to attempt to speak on the subject of his choosing for 60 seconds. Show more

Contributors

Panellist:
Paul Merton
Panellist:
John Finnemore
Panellist:
Gyles Brandreth
Panellist:
Sheila Hancock

The Now Show

Series 45

Episode 6

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present a comic take on the week's news. Featuring Laura Shavin, Jon Holmes, John Finnemore and Adam Kay. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Steve Punt
Presenter:
Hugh Dennis
Performer:
Laura Shavin
Performer:
Jon Holmes
Performer:
John Finnemore
Performer:
Adam Kay

The Now Show

Series 44

Episode 4

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by special guest John Finnemore for a comic romp through the week's news. With Pippa Evans and Mitch Benn. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Steve Punt
Presenter:
Hugh Dennis
Panellist:
John Finnemore
Panellist:
Pippa Evans
Panellist:
Mitch Benn

The Now Show

Series 47

Episode 6

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis present the week via topical stand-up and sketches. With Jon Holmes, John Finnemore, Jasper Rees, Jess Ransom, Jake Yapp and Harry the Piano. Show more

The Now Show

Series 40

Episode 4

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Steve Punt and Hugh Dennis are joined by Holly Walsh, John Finnemore, Laura Shavin and Mitch Benn for a comic run through the week's news. Show more

Contributors

Presenter:
Steve Punt
Presenter:
Hugh Dennis
Panellist:
Holly Walsh
Panellist:
John Finnemore
Panellist:
Laura Shavin
Photographer:
Mitch Benn

John Finnemore's Double Acts

Series 2

The Queen's Speech

Duration: 28 minutes

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

Available for years

Victoria wants to see a conjuror, or at least a parrot. But instead meets Mabel. Stars Stephanie Cole and Kerry Godliman. From 2017. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 18

Episode 1

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets John Finnemore, Henning Wehn, Lou Sanders and Miles Jupp to lie with some truths. From 2017. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 11

Episode 5

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell invites Richard Osman, John Finnemore, Lucy Beaumont and Rhod Gilbert to hide truths in lies. From May 2013. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 19

Episode 3

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets Lloyd Langford, Henning Wehn, Ellie Taylor and John Finnemore to lie with some truths. From 2017. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 19

Episode 4

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets Lloyd Langford, Henning Wehn, Ellie Taylor and John Finnemore to lie with some truths. From 2017. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 20

Episode 4

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets John Finnemore, Henning Wehn, Lou Sanders and Graeme Garden to lie with some truths. From April 2018. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 18

Episode 2

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets John Finnemore, Henning Wehn, Lou Sanders and Miles Jupp to lie with some truths. From 2017. Show more

The Unbelievable Truth

Series 20

Episode 1

Duration: 30 minutes

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

David Mitchell gets John Finnemore, Henning Wehn, Lou Sanders and Graeme Garden to lie with some truths. From April 2018. Show more

Duration: 30 minutes

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

Available for years

John creates an innovative teaching aid and eavesdrops on two guards. With Margaret Cabourn-Smith and Simon Kane. From 2014. Show more

John Finnemore's Double Acts

Series 1

English for Pony-Lovers

Duration: 30 minutes

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

In a small town in Germany, Lorna is about to give Elke an English lesson. Stars Rebecca Front and Beth Mullen. From 2015. Show more

With Great Pleasure

John Finnemore

Duration: 28 minutes

First broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 FMLatest broadcast: on BBC Radio 4 LW

Comedy writer and star of Cabin Pressure John Finnemore presents his favourite, funniest readings, aided by Stephanie Cole and Geoffrey Whitehead. Show more

Duration: 28 minutes

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

Available for years

Malcolm needs some help. Sue has a spot of time on her hands. Winchester beckons. Starring Julia McKenzie and Gus Brown. From 2017. Show more