Episode 1. Ulster FM gets a mysterious new owner
Farcical parody of a magazine radio show. An alien diplomat struggles with life on Earth while Michael Fry faces an uncertain future at newly acquired Ulster FM.
Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music.
Series three begins with shocking news for Michael Fry: David Beckham has sold his stake in Ulster FM, and a mysterious new owner is circling the station.
As Michael worries about his future, an alien diplomat from Mars explains why Earth appears to be the only planet in the galaxy that hasn't figured out how to make life enjoyable. Elsewhere, Ali McCafferty provides live sports-style coverage from his daughter's wedding in Marbella, Dr Alison Fluff answers listeners' unusual pet problems, and investigative reporter Dick Windows travels to the North Pole to expose Santa Claus' alleged data-harvesting operation.
Featuring news, travel, fake adverts, listener calls and music from Agatha Christie Moore.
Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton, Carl Kinsella and Mick McCullagh.
Performed by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell.
Producer: Marc McElroy
Executive Editor: Andy Martin
On radio
Broadcasts
- Sat 5 Sep 202613:30BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
- Sun 6 Sep 202613:30BBC Radio Ulster & BBC Radio Foyle
Podcast
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Lunchtime with Michael Fry
Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music.
