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Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

Phil Ellis needs a break. Luckily some luck, and love, might be just around the corner.

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Phil's Bills And Bellyaches

20180605

Phil Ellis needs a break. Luckily some luck, and love, might be just around the corner.

Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

It's rent day and once again Phil is behind on the payments to his landlord Johnny, who owns the celebrity memorabilia shop below. And this time, Johnny isn't budging: Phil has got to come up with the money or he's out. Luckily, Phil's assistant Lolly has found one more kids' party for Phil to entertain, and if he can get that right, he'll have the rent, no problem. What is more, Phi's finally got a date with Ellie Evans, the florist next door. Maybe he'll finally be able to put the spectre of his recent (three years ago) divorce behind him? All he has to do is get the rent and make the date, and then things might start to look up for Phil. But that's easier said than done. Especially when Phil's involved.

A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).

A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

Phil Ellis needs a break. Luckily some luck, and love, might be just around the corner.Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.It's rent day and once again Phil is behind on the payments to his landlord Johnny, who owns the celebrity memorabilia shop below. And this time, Johnny isn't budging: Phil has got to come up with the money or he's out. Luckily, Phil's assistant Lolly has found one more kids' party for Phil to entertain, and if he can get that right, he'll have the rent, no problem. What is more, Phi's finally got a date with Ellie Evans, the florist next door. Maybe he'll finally be able to put the spectre of his recent (three years ago) divorce behind him? All he has to do is get the rent and make the date, and then things might start to look up for Phil. But that's easier said than done. Especially when Phil's involved.

Small Big Business

20180612

Phil is tasked with organising a local small business awards.

Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

The night of the 'North West of the North West Small Business Awards' is fast approaching and Phil sees this as an ideal opportunity to impress Ellie who's nominated for 'Best Florist' - all he needs to do is get the job hosting it. And even then, it is on the one condition that he finds a celebrity to present the main award. Well, it's good for Lolly to have something to do...

Phil Ellis Is Trying' is new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 written and created by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).

The night of the North West of the North West Small Business Awards is fast approaching and Phil sees this as an ideal opportunity to impress Ellie who's nominated for Best Florist - all he needs to do is get the job hosting it. And even then, it is on the one condition that he finds a celebrity to present the main award. Well, it's good for Lolly to have something to do...

Phil Ellis Is Trying is new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 written and created by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).

It's A Nice Day For A White Lightning Wedding

20180619

Phil is tasked with putting together a last minute wedding.

Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

Phil is once again on his uppers but luckily he has received a response to his 'leaflet campaign' (one leaflet) advertising his wedding planning service. The bride-to-be Gemma wants to get married at short notice so Phil immediately leaps into action. But his preparations soon run aground when he finds himself falling in love with the bride. Meanwhile, a Lolly attends a funeral so she can take advantage of the free buffet.

A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).

04 LAST

Deliverwhoops!

20180626

Phil's money troubles finally come to a head and he is forced to get a proper job as a takeaway delivery driver, a job which leads him on to several interesting discoveries. Meanwhile, Lolly tries to help Johnny when he gets trapped in a Dalek.

A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).

Phil is forced to get a proper job. And Johnny gets trapped in a Dalek.

Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.

Pinball

20190813

20230124 (BBC7)
20230124
20230117 (R4)

When Phil discovers Parbold is hosting the World Pinball Championships, he sees a way to solve his money troubles by winning the big cash prize. But it's not just him who wants the money, as Phil's past catches up with him. Meanwhile, Polly starts a pet-walking business as a sideline.

Terry Mynott as Barry Bean

Katia Kvinge as Ellie/Barber

Sunil Patel as Announcer/Bear owner

and with special guest star Sean Lock as The Dragon

Amy Gledhll as Polly

Mickstown

20190820

20230131 (BBC7)
20230131
20230124 (R4)

Phil signs up to a special class at the gym in order to impress Ellie. The class promises to 'cleanse your mind gutters'. But as it's run by Mick the Chinese Herbalist it's also there to empty your wallet. Meanwhile, Polly has become a community support support-officer. First task: to capture a pigeon that's been terrorising Parbold.

Terry Mynott as J-Dawg/Al Pacino

Katia Kvinge as Ellie

Sunil Patel as HQ/Follower

and with special guest star Mick Ferry as Mick the Chinese Herbalist

Phil signs up to a special class at the gym in order to impress Ellie. The class promises to 'cleanse your mind gutters'. But as it's run by Mick the Chinese Herbalist it's also their to empty your wallet. Meanwhile, Polly has become a community support support-officer. First task: to capture a pigeon that's been terrorising Parbold.

Parbold's Got Talent

20190827

20230207 (BBC7)
20230207
20230131 (R4)

When Phil's dad Goodison is discovered not dead but living in Phil's loft, Goodison tries to make amends by taking his son for a much needed holiday to popular holiday camp Mutlins. But are Goodison's motives as honest as they seem? Before long, Johnny and Polly are following Phil and Goodson to Mutlins in a bid to figure out what's really going on.

Terry Mynott as Bingo caller Derek Levoux

Katia Kvinge as Ellie

with special guest stars Alexei Sayle as Goodison

and Lee Mack as Bobby Dazzler

When Phil's dad Goodison is discovered not dead but living in his loft, Goodison tries to make amends by taking Phil for a much needed holiday to popular holiday camp Mutlins. But are Goodison's motives as honest as they seem? Before long, Johnny and Polly are following the Ellises to Mutlins to figure out what's really going on.

Rugrat

20190903

20230214 (BBC7)
20230214
20230207 (R4)

When Phil hears a ruckus in Johnny's memorabilia shop downstairs, he goes to investigate, only to discover the mayor of Parbold, who gives Phil a much-needed job: to discover if her husband is having an affair. This undercover work takes Phil, Polly and Johnny across town to investigate Parbold's seedy underbelly. It may be a case Phil is desperate to crack, but will he like what he finds?

Amy Gledhill as Polly/Miss Ecuador

Terry Mynott as Keith/Geoff

Katia Kvinge as Ellie

Andrew Ellis as Dave

Sunil Patel as Steve

and with special guest star Desiree Burch as the Mayor of Parbold

04 LAST

Rugrat

20190903

20230214 (BBC7)
20230207 (R4)

When Phil hears a rumpus in Johnny's memorabilia shop downstairs it turns out to be the mayor of Parbold, who gives Phil a much-needed job: to discover if her husband is having an affair. This undercover work takes Phil, Polly and Johnny across town to the seedy underbelly of Parbold...and beyond.

Amy Gledhill as Polly/Miss Ecuador

Terry Mynott as Keith/Geoff

Katia Kvinge as Ellie

Andrew Ellis as Dave

Sunil Patel as Steve

and with special guest star Desiree Burch as the Mayor of Parbold

Billy Bonker And The Cup A Soup Factory

20200909

20200916 (BBC7)
20200917 (BBC7)
20240912 (BBC7)
20240905 (R4)

When Phil and Johnny discover golden sachets in their Cup A Soup packets, they embark on a fantastical tour of the Cup A Soup factory hosted by reclusive owner Billy Bonker, who is opening the gates for the first time in 40 years. Phil cannot believe his luck. He's desperate to meet Billy Bonker and enter his magical world where, they say, the taps run minestrone. If only the other people on the tour weren't so intent on getting themselves killed. Meanwhile, Polly has enlisted Ellie to go on a double date with two so-called celebrities, who may or may not be trying to scam them. Even so, it's still worth going. After all, who can turn down a date with a celebrity? It's every normal person's dream...

Cast includes:

Katia Kvinge as Ellie

Jason Barnett as Captain Birdseye

Terry Mynott as Klaus Von Flump/Mr Kipling

With special guest star Mark Lamarr as Billy Bonker

It is produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production.

Phil and Johnny win a tour of a magical Cup A Soup factory with the reclusive Billy Bonker

Phil and Johnny win a once-in-a-lifetime tour of a soup factory with reclusive owner Billy Bonker. Meanwhile, Polly and Ellie go on a double date with some unlikely celebrities.

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Prison Break

20200916

20200923 (BBC7)
20200924 (BBC7)
20240919 (BBC7)
20240912 (R4)

Phil's never got on with his dad Goodison, who spent a lot of Phil's life pretending to be dead. Now in prison for theft of an embarrassingly small bingo prize, Goodison invites Phil to visit him as part of HMP Parbold's annual 'Bring Your Family To Prison Day'. Phil sees this as an opportunity to reconnect with his dad. After all, as Polly says, it's not like he can run away this time. But when it soon turns out there's more to Goodison's invitation than meets the eye, will Phil be quick enough to see through his clever ruse? Meanwhile, Polly visits Johnny who is serving a 3 to 5 stretch (hours) for selling a hooky hook from the film Hook, and is worried he might be becoming institutionalised.

Cast includes:

Jason Barnett as Basher/Graham McCartney/DJ

Terry Mynott as Prison Warder McKay/Paul McCartney/Hannibal

Guest starring Alexei Sayle as Phil's dad Goodison

It was produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production

Phil and Polly visit HMP Parbold as part of the annual 'Bring Your Family To Prison' day.

When his dad Goodison invites Phil to visit him in HMP Parbold, Phil thinks it might be a chance to reconnect. But maybe there's more to the invitation than meets the eye...

[LISTEN NOW]

Ghost Walk

20200923

20200930 (BBC7)
20201001 (BBC7)
20240716 (BBC7)
20240926 (BBC7)
20240919 (R4)

When that the treasure map he bought off a dodgy Tom Jones impersonator turns out - incredibly - to be useless, Polly convinces Phil to abandon his get-rich-quick schemes and opt for something more traditional, namely a ghost walk through Parbold. Phil jumps at the idea and enlists Johnny to help him. Parbold has its fair share of ghosts. And even if no-one can see them, they can just make them up; who's to know any better? More importantly, putting on a big event like a ghost walk might finally impress Phil's love interest Ellie. If only Polly and Phil hadn't shared their idea with Mick the Chinese herbalist who suddenly decides he's going to put on a ghost walk too. What a coincidence. Parbold's not big enough for two spectral spectacles so which walk is going to win?

Cast includes:

Amy Gledhil as Polly

Katia Kvinge as Ellie/Goth

Jason Barnett as Keith the Barman

Desiree Burch as American Tourist

Terry Mynott as German Tourist/Gravedigger/Orlando

Mick Ferry as Mick The Chinese Herbalist

The producer was Sam Michell and it is a BBC Studios Production.

When Phil's latest get-rich-quick scheme fails he picks a more well trodden path to riches

When Phil's latest attempt to get rich fails, Polly convinces him to put on a ghost walk through Parbold. Unfortunately Mick the Chinese Herbalist has similar ideas.

When Phil's latest attempt to get rich fails, Polly convinces him to put on a ghost walk through Parbold. Unfortunately Mick the Chinese Herbalist has similar ideas...

[LISTEN NOW]

04 LAST

Pondlife 2000

20200930

20201007 (BBC7)
20201008 (BBC7)
20241003 (BBC7)
20240926 (R4)

When he's accused of murdering a hipster, Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court of Parbold presided over by the ruthless Judge Shawshank (Jack Dee). Phil must find a way to counter the allegations of Parbold's best prosecutor (Sindhu Vee) and the witness statements of several of Parbold's residents, including Mick the Chinese herbalist and Ellie the florist. Otherwise, it looks like Phil might be facing a lengthy jail term. Polly could help his cause as foreman of the jusry, but as she's not been paid for months, she's got it in for Phil too. Luckily, the defendant has Johnny on his side. If only the court vending machine hadn't been so recently stocked full of Caramacs.

Cast includes:

Katia Kvinge as Ellie the florist

Mick Ferry as Mick the Chinese herbalist

Jason Barnett as Keith the barman

Terry Mynott as Jarvis Cocker

And guest starring Sindhu Vee as the Prosecutor, and Jack Dee as Judge Shawshank.

It was produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production

Phil finds himself in court when he is accused of murdering a hipster.

When he's accused of murdering a hipster, Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court of Parbold presided over by the ruthless Judge Shawshank (Jack Dee). Phil must find a way to counter the allegations of Parbold's best prosecutor (Sindhu Vee) and the witness statements of several of Parbold's residents, including Mick the Chinese herbalist and Ellie the florist. Otherwise, it looks like Phil might be facing a lengthy jail term. Polly could help his cause as foreman of the jury, but as she's not been paid for months, she's got it in for Phil too. Luckily, the defendant has Johnny on his side. If only the court vending machine hadn't been so recently stocked full of Caramacs.

When Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court (of Parbold) accused of murdering a hipster, it looks like he may lose his liberty, as well as his reputation... what's left of it.

[LISTEN NOW]

Episodes

Series	Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	01	Phil's Bills And Bellyaches	20180605		Phil Ellis needs a break. Luckily some luck, and love, might be just around the corner. Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel. It's rent day and once again Phil is behind on the payments to his landlord Johnny, who owns the celebrity memorabilia shop below. And this time, Johnny isn't budging: Phil has got to come up with the money or he's out. Luckily, Phil's assistant Lolly has found one more kids' party for Phil to entertain, and if he can get that right, he'll have the rent, no problem. What is more, Phi's finally got a date with Ellie Evans, the florist next door. Maybe he'll finally be able to put the spectre of his recent (three years ago) divorce behind him? All he has to do is get the rent and make the date, and then things might start to look up for Phil. But that's easier said than done. Especially when Phil's involved. A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own). A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel. Phil Ellis needs a break. Luckily some luck, and love, might be just around the corner.Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.It's rent day and once again Phil is behind on the payments to his landlord Johnny, who owns the celebrity memorabilia shop below. And this time, Johnny isn't budging: Phil has got to come up with the money or he's out. Luckily, Phil's assistant Lolly has found one more kids' party for Phil to entertain, and if he can get that right, he'll have the rent, no problem. What is more, Phi's finally got a date with Ellie Evans, the florist next door. Maybe he'll finally be able to put the spectre of his recent (three years ago) divorce behind him? All he has to do is get the rent and make the date, and then things might start to look up for Phil. But that's easier said than done. Especially when Phil's involved.
01	02	Small Big Business	20180612		Phil is tasked with organising a local small business awards. Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel. The night of the 'North West of the North West Small Business Awards' is fast approaching and Phil sees this as an ideal opportunity to impress Ellie who's nominated for 'Best Florist' - all he needs to do is get the job hosting it. And even then, it is on the one condition that he finds a celebrity to present the main award. Well, it's good for Lolly to have something to do... Phil Ellis Is Trying' is new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 written and created by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own). The night of the North West of the North West Small Business Awards is fast approaching and Phil sees this as an ideal opportunity to impress Ellie who's nominated for Best Florist - all he needs to do is get the job hosting it. And even then, it is on the one condition that he finds a celebrity to present the main award. Well, it's good for Lolly to have something to do... Phil Ellis Is Trying is new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 written and created by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).
01	03	It's A Nice Day For A White Lightning Wedding	20180619		Phil is tasked with putting together a last minute wedding. Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel. Phil is once again on his uppers but luckily he has received a response to his 'leaflet campaign' (one leaflet) advertising his wedding planning service. The bride-to-be Gemma wants to get married at short notice so Phil immediately leaps into action. But his preparations soon run aground when he finds himself falling in love with the bride. Meanwhile, a Lolly attends a funeral so she can take advantage of the free buffet. A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own).
01	04 LAST	Deliverwhoops!	20180626		Phil's money troubles finally come to a head and he is forced to get a proper job as a takeaway delivery driver, a job which leads him on to several interesting discoveries. Meanwhile, Lolly tries to help Johnny when he gets trapped in a Dalek. A new sitcom for BBC Radio 4 created and written by Phil Ellis (Edinburgh Award Panel Prize winner 2014) and Fraser Steel (I'm Sorry I Haven't A Clue, 8 Out Of Ten Cats, A League Of Their Own). Phil is forced to get a proper job. And Johnny gets trapped in a Dalek. Anarchic sitcom created and written by Phil Ellis and Fraser Steel.
02	01	Pinball	20190813	20230124 (BBC7) 20230124 20230117 (R4)	When Phil discovers Parbold is hosting the World Pinball Championships, he sees a way to solve his money troubles by winning the big cash prize. But it's not just him who wants the money, as Phil's past catches up with him. Meanwhile, Polly starts a pet-walking business as a sideline. Terry Mynott as Barry Bean Katia Kvinge as Ellie/Barber Sunil Patel as Announcer/Bear owner and with special guest star Sean Lock as The Dragon Amy Gledhll as Polly
02	02	Mickstown	20190820	20230131 (BBC7) 20230131 20230124 (R4)	Phil signs up to a special class at the gym in order to impress Ellie. The class promises to 'cleanse your mind gutters'. But as it's run by Mick the Chinese Herbalist it's also there to empty your wallet. Meanwhile, Polly has become a community support support-officer. First task: to capture a pigeon that's been terrorising Parbold. Terry Mynott as J-Dawg/Al Pacino Katia Kvinge as Ellie Sunil Patel as HQ/Follower and with special guest star Mick Ferry as Mick the Chinese Herbalist Phil signs up to a special class at the gym in order to impress Ellie. The class promises to 'cleanse your mind gutters'. But as it's run by Mick the Chinese Herbalist it's also their to empty your wallet. Meanwhile, Polly has become a community support support-officer. First task: to capture a pigeon that's been terrorising Parbold.
02	03	Parbold's Got Talent	20190827	20230207 (BBC7) 20230207 20230131 (R4)	When Phil's dad Goodison is discovered not dead but living in Phil's loft, Goodison tries to make amends by taking his son for a much needed holiday to popular holiday camp Mutlins. But are Goodison's motives as honest as they seem? Before long, Johnny and Polly are following Phil and Goodson to Mutlins in a bid to figure out what's really going on. Terry Mynott as Bingo caller Derek Levoux Katia Kvinge as Ellie with special guest stars Alexei Sayle as Goodison and Lee Mack as Bobby Dazzler When Phil's dad Goodison is discovered not dead but living in his loft, Goodison tries to make amends by taking Phil for a much needed holiday to popular holiday camp Mutlins. But are Goodison's motives as honest as they seem? Before long, Johnny and Polly are following the Ellises to Mutlins to figure out what's really going on.
02	04	Rugrat	20190903	20230214 (BBC7) 20230214 20230207 (R4)	When Phil hears a ruckus in Johnny's memorabilia shop downstairs, he goes to investigate, only to discover the mayor of Parbold, who gives Phil a much-needed job: to discover if her husband is having an affair. This undercover work takes Phil, Polly and Johnny across town to investigate Parbold's seedy underbelly. It may be a case Phil is desperate to crack, but will he like what he finds? Amy Gledhill as Polly/Miss Ecuador Terry Mynott as Keith/Geoff Katia Kvinge as Ellie Andrew Ellis as Dave Sunil Patel as Steve and with special guest star Desiree Burch as the Mayor of Parbold
02	04 LAST	Rugrat	20190903	20230214 (BBC7) 20230207 (R4)	When Phil hears a rumpus in Johnny's memorabilia shop downstairs it turns out to be the mayor of Parbold, who gives Phil a much-needed job: to discover if her husband is having an affair. This undercover work takes Phil, Polly and Johnny across town to the seedy underbelly of Parbold...and beyond. Amy Gledhill as Polly/Miss Ecuador Terry Mynott as Keith/Geoff Katia Kvinge as Ellie Andrew Ellis as Dave Sunil Patel as Steve and with special guest star Desiree Burch as the Mayor of Parbold When Phil hears a ruckus in Johnny's memorabilia shop downstairs, he goes to investigate, only to discover the mayor of Parbold, who gives Phil a much-needed job: to discover if her husband is having an affair. This undercover work takes Phil, Polly and Johnny across town to investigate Parbold's seedy underbelly. It may be a case Phil is desperate to crack, but will he like what he finds?
03	01	Billy Bonker And The Cup A Soup Factory	20200909	20200916 (BBC7) 20200917 (BBC7) 20240912 (BBC7) 20240905 (R4)	When Phil and Johnny discover golden sachets in their Cup A Soup packets, they embark on a fantastical tour of the Cup A Soup factory hosted by reclusive owner Billy Bonker, who is opening the gates for the first time in 40 years. Phil cannot believe his luck. He's desperate to meet Billy Bonker and enter his magical world where, they say, the taps run minestrone. If only the other people on the tour weren't so intent on getting themselves killed. Meanwhile, Polly has enlisted Ellie to go on a double date with two so-called celebrities, who may or may not be trying to scam them. Even so, it's still worth going. After all, who can turn down a date with a celebrity? It's every normal person's dream... Cast includes: Katia Kvinge as Ellie Jason Barnett as Captain Birdseye Terry Mynott as Klaus Von Flump/Mr Kipling With special guest star Mark Lamarr as Billy Bonker It is produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production. Phil and Johnny win a tour of a magical Cup A Soup factory with the reclusive Billy Bonker Phil and Johnny win a once-in-a-lifetime tour of a soup factory with reclusive owner Billy Bonker. Meanwhile, Polly and Ellie go on a double date with some unlikely celebrities. [LISTEN NOW]
03	02	Prison Break	20200916	20200923 (BBC7) 20200924 (BBC7) 20240919 (BBC7) 20240912 (R4)	Phil's never got on with his dad Goodison, who spent a lot of Phil's life pretending to be dead. Now in prison for theft of an embarrassingly small bingo prize, Goodison invites Phil to visit him as part of HMP Parbold's annual 'Bring Your Family To Prison Day'. Phil sees this as an opportunity to reconnect with his dad. After all, as Polly says, it's not like he can run away this time. But when it soon turns out there's more to Goodison's invitation than meets the eye, will Phil be quick enough to see through his clever ruse? Meanwhile, Polly visits Johnny who is serving a 3 to 5 stretch (hours) for selling a hooky hook from the film Hook, and is worried he might be becoming institutionalised. Cast includes: Jason Barnett as Basher/Graham McCartney/DJ Terry Mynott as Prison Warder McKay/Paul McCartney/Hannibal Guest starring Alexei Sayle as Phil's dad Goodison It was produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production Phil and Polly visit HMP Parbold as part of the annual 'Bring Your Family To Prison' day. When his dad Goodison invites Phil to visit him in HMP Parbold, Phil thinks it might be a chance to reconnect. But maybe there's more to the invitation than meets the eye... [LISTEN NOW]
03	03	Ghost Walk	20200923	20200930 (BBC7) 20201001 (BBC7) 20240716 (BBC7) 20240926 (BBC7) 20240919 (R4)	When that the treasure map he bought off a dodgy Tom Jones impersonator turns out - incredibly - to be useless, Polly convinces Phil to abandon his get-rich-quick schemes and opt for something more traditional, namely a ghost walk through Parbold. Phil jumps at the idea and enlists Johnny to help him. Parbold has its fair share of ghosts. And even if no-one can see them, they can just make them up; who's to know any better? More importantly, putting on a big event like a ghost walk might finally impress Phil's love interest Ellie. If only Polly and Phil hadn't shared their idea with Mick the Chinese herbalist who suddenly decides he's going to put on a ghost walk too. What a coincidence. Parbold's not big enough for two spectral spectacles so which walk is going to win? Cast includes: Amy Gledhil as Polly Katia Kvinge as Ellie/Goth Jason Barnett as Keith the Barman Desiree Burch as American Tourist Terry Mynott as German Tourist/Gravedigger/Orlando Mick Ferry as Mick The Chinese Herbalist The producer was Sam Michell and it is a BBC Studios Production. When Phil's latest get-rich-quick scheme fails he picks a more well trodden path to riches When Phil's latest attempt to get rich fails, Polly convinces him to put on a ghost walk through Parbold. Unfortunately Mick the Chinese Herbalist has similar ideas. When Phil's latest attempt to get rich fails, Polly convinces him to put on a ghost walk through Parbold. Unfortunately Mick the Chinese Herbalist has similar ideas... [LISTEN NOW]
03	04 LAST	Pondlife 2000	20200930	20201007 (BBC7) 20201008 (BBC7) 20241003 (BBC7) 20240926 (R4)	When he's accused of murdering a hipster, Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court of Parbold presided over by the ruthless Judge Shawshank (Jack Dee). Phil must find a way to counter the allegations of Parbold's best prosecutor (Sindhu Vee) and the witness statements of several of Parbold's residents, including Mick the Chinese herbalist and Ellie the florist. Otherwise, it looks like Phil might be facing a lengthy jail term. Polly could help his cause as foreman of the jusry, but as she's not been paid for months, she's got it in for Phil too. Luckily, the defendant has Johnny on his side. If only the court vending machine hadn't been so recently stocked full of Caramacs. Cast includes: Katia Kvinge as Ellie the florist Mick Ferry as Mick the Chinese herbalist Jason Barnett as Keith the barman Terry Mynott as Jarvis Cocker And guest starring Sindhu Vee as the Prosecutor, and Jack Dee as Judge Shawshank. It was produced by Sam Michell and is a BBC Studios Production Phil finds himself in court when he is accused of murdering a hipster. When he's accused of murdering a hipster, Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court of Parbold presided over by the ruthless Judge Shawshank (Jack Dee). Phil must find a way to counter the allegations of Parbold's best prosecutor (Sindhu Vee) and the witness statements of several of Parbold's residents, including Mick the Chinese herbalist and Ellie the florist. Otherwise, it looks like Phil might be facing a lengthy jail term. Polly could help his cause as foreman of the jury, but as she's not been paid for months, she's got it in for Phil too. Luckily, the defendant has Johnny on his side. If only the court vending machine hadn't been so recently stocked full of Caramacs. When Phil is hauled before the Supreme Court (of Parbold) accused of murdering a hipster, it looks like he may lose his liberty, as well as his reputation... what's left of it. [LISTEN NOW]