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A podcast where special guests reflect on the role comedy and laughter have played throughout their lives.
Presenter James Hogg is a biographer, ghostwriter and live host who has written or collaborated on over 30 titles so far, including the authorised biographies of Kenny Everett, Ernie Wise, Richard Briers and James Robertson Justice.
Producer Stuart Duncan has worked as a presenter, producer and editor in TV and Radio for the BBC, SBS and ABC. As a result, he is now quite tired and could do with a nice cup of tea.