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02/05/1976
4 Extra Debut. Al Read entertains with sketches and jokes about British life including a boy's night out and setting up home. From 1976.
The funny man from Salford entertains with jokes and sketches about everyday British life.
The morning after the night before, young couples setting up home and teaching your other half how to drive….
Al Read does all the voices
Al first came to fame on Âé¶¹Éç Radio in the 1950s thanks to his northern comic monologues.
Written by Ronnie Taylor.
Music from The Settlers.
Producer: John Browell
First broadcast on Âé¶¹Éç Radio 2 in May 1976.
Last on
Mon 16 Mar 2026
05:00
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