Audiobooks by Alexei Sayle

Alexei Sayle’s Imaginary Sandwich Bar: Series 4 and 5: The BBC Radio 4 Comedy

"The Godfather of Alternative Comedy returns with eight more shows blending stand-up, memoir and philosophy Alexei Sayle’s two favourite things are pretending and places that sell sandwiches, and in his hit BBC radio series he mixes both to hilarious effect. As he welcomes made-up customers to buy notional snacks, he dispenses outlandish monologues, fantastical flights of fancy and a bumper helping of hilarity. There’s plenty of politics on the menu, as Alexei makes a case for becoming the UK’s defence minister, considers the motivations of the rich, debuts a new slam poem entitled ‘I Hate Keir Starmer’ and reflects on changes of government and global power struggles. But Alexei has other topics on his mind too, from his own involvement in the ‘spy cops’ scandal and the time he made up gossip for a living, to his unorthodox upbringing in Liverpool, our ultimate life quests, and a strange house plant that refused to die… Also included at the end of this release are the collected songs from the series, including bonus material in the form of some extra verses that were not included in the original broadcast episodes. Winner of a BBC Audio Drama Award for Best Scripted Comedy (Sketch Show), this side-splitting series is a satirical smorgasbord of jokes, music, sketches and surreal streams-of-consciousness. If you’re hungry for anarchic comedy, give it a listen – you’re sure to find it deliciously moreish... Contents The Episodes: 1. Series 4 Episode 1: A Monopoly of Violence 2. Series 4 Episode 2: The Revolving Door 3. Series 4 Episode 3: The Way We Live Now 4. Series 4 Episode 4: Repetition. Repetition. Repetition. 5. Series 5 Episode 1: The Sense of an Abrupt Ending 6. Series 5 Episode 2: What is this place you have brought me to Roger? 7. Series 5 Episode 3: Jumping the Shark 8. Series 5 Episode 4: Unsweet Charity The Songs: 9. Opening Credits song 10. The Ballad of Pirate Alexei (full version) 11. Chanson d’Alexei 12. Utopias 13. Midtown Baps 14. Corbyn! 15. What is This Place That You’ve Brought Me to, Roger? (full version) 16. Closing Credits Cast and credits Written and performed by Alexei Sayle Additional material by Tom Whyman With original music and lyrics from Tim Sutton Musicians in Series 5, Episode 2: Sophie Creaner (clarinet and sax), Tom Ellis (acoustic guitar), Matt Sharp (cello) Produced by Joe Nunnery and Richard Morris Production Co-ordinator: Jodie Charman A BBC Studios Audio Production for Radio 4 First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 20 October-10 November 2022 (Series 4), 1-22 March 2025 (Series 5) © 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P) 2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Alexei Sayle (Author), Alexei Sayle (Narrator)

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Sorry About Last Night: A BBC Radio Comedy

"Alexei Sayle's quirky comedy about life, love and not living together 'One of the most innovative series of recent years' Radio Ha Ha Just because you're in love, doesn't mean you're meant to spend your life together, right? Having read Women are from Mars and Men are from Croydon and Set Sail on the SS Relationship, unemployed ex-soldier Andy thinks it's about time he and his left-wing lawyer girlfriend Julie headed into deeper waters. But there's plenty in their way, from comically grim airport trips and fancy dinner parties, to nearly causing the assassination of the Prime Minister and discovering Andy's dad has been living a double life. While navigating holiday mishaps and dinner party disasters, should they move in together? Or even get married? Written by and starring Alexei Sayle in his earliest radio production, this funny, surreal look at love and relationships also stars Siobhan Redmond (McLevy, Holby City) as Julie, with Nadim Sawalha (West is West, The Bill), Adjoa Andoh (Bridgerton, Doctor Who), Chris Pavlo (ElvenQuest, 15 Storeys High), Gary Bleasdale (Harry Enfield and Chums, Boys from the Blackstuff) and Doon MacKichan (Smack the Pony, Brass Eye). Cast: Andy - Alexei Sayle Julie - Siobhan Redmond Mr Hamad - Nadim Sawalha Mrs Abasanjo - Adjoa Andoh Mr Lucik - Chris Pavlo Dad - Harry Towb Michael - Gary Bleasdale Gavin the Estate Agent / Philippe / McNab / Rory Bream / Mr Overthorpe - Simon Greenall Amparo / Mrs Saunders / D.I. Troon - Doon MacKichan Tony Blair - Brian Bowles Sgt Pilcher - Tony Barclay Captain Healey - Roger Blake Mrs Overthrope - Kay Stonham Bronson - Tony Burgess Other parts played by: Tony Barclay Ruth Jones Written by Alexei Sayle Produced and directed by Jo Clegg with Alexei Sayle First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 14 October - 11 November 1999 ©2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2023 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Alexei Sayle (Author), Adjoa Andoh, Alexei Sayle, Chris Pavlo, Doon Mackichan, Full Cast, Harry Towb, Nadim Sawalha, Siobhan Redmond (Narrator)

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Alexei Sayle’s The Absence of Normal: Series 1 and 2: BBC Radio 4 dark comic plays

"Eight dark comic dramas narrated by Alexei Sayle and adapted from his original short stories Dramatised from Alexei Sayle's hilarious, highly-acclaimed fiction, these satirical, surreal and surprising tales feature some of the UK's foremost comic actors, and are introduced by the award-winning comedian himself. The Only Man Stalin Was Afraid Of- Summoned to treat his old friend, Stalin's psychiatrist is faced with an ethical dilemma. Starring Peter Capaldi, Freya Parker and Peter Serafinowicz. Banner Bright - 1968. Five students meet during an art school occupation, and create an inspirational protest banner they believe will change the world. Starring Ben Crompton, George Fouracres, Kath Hughes, Tim Key and Nimisha Odedra. The Minister for Death - A Liverpudlian pensioner foils a would-be mugger - and rekindles his lust for murder... Starring Paul Barber, Lewis MacLeod, Shaun Mason, Freya Parker and Frances Tomelty. The Last Woman Killed In The War - Returning to Liverpool after 40 years of exile, Mary finds that much has changed during her absence. Starring Adi Alfa, Katy Carmichael, Shaun Mason, Jan Ravens and Paislie Reid. Clive Hole - An indecisive TV commissioner comes under pressure from two dogged producers determined to get their screenplay made. Starring Katheryn Drysdale, Graham Duff, George Fouracres, Georgie Glenn, Tim McInnerny, Alice McMillan and Duncan Wisbey. Barcelona Chairs- Frustrated architect 'rupert' embeds himself in Tony Blair's Labour government while trying to design the perfect, ultra-minimalist home for his family. Starring Ambika Mod, Hugh Quarshie and Siobhan Redmond. The Nameless Park- Jade loves the neglected park near her house, and often takes her wheelchair-user brother for trips around its paths. But when Jason becomes critically ill, she makes a devastating discovery. Starring Louis Emerick, George Fouracres, Shaun Mason, Alice McMillan and Claire Sweeney. Locked Out - Unexpectedly stuck outside her Central London home, Katherine realises how little she knows about her neighbours' lives, and the strange and apparently sinister things they get up to... Starring Maxine Peake. Credits Written and narrated by Alexei Sayle Adapted for radio by Alexei Sayle and Graham Duff Produced by Joe Nunnery Photo: Matt Stronge A BBC Studios Production First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 25 February-25 March 2019 (Series 1) and 10-31 March 2021 (Series 2) © 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (p) 2021 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd"

Alexei Sayle (Author), Alexei Sayle, Full Cast, George Fouracres, Hugh Quarshie, Maxine Peake, Paul Barber, Peter Capaldi, Peter Serafinowicz, Tim Key, Tim Mcinnerny (Narrator)

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Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich Bar: Series 1-3: The BBC Radio 4 comedy

"All three series of Alexei Sayle’s hilarious stand-up and storytelling show The Godfather of alternative comedy, Alexei Sayle, mixes memoir and philosophy from behind the counter of his imaginary sandwich bar, serving up wit, wisdom and illusory baguettes as he muses on a multitude of topics. In these twelve shows, he explores his impulse to pretend and his love of sandwiches, discusses his childhood in a communist household and his physical attraction to Boris Johnson, explains why he will never go on Strictly Come Dancing and draws a striking comparison between capitalism and all-you-can-eat buffets. He also reveals where all the Millets shops have gone, considers the appeal of Donald Trump, tells us how to get a cheap drink in the centre of Paris and recounts the difficulties he faced when tracking down his lost cat. From considerations of ethics and political discussions to anecdotes about celebrities and tales of his family, his freewheeling flights of fancy and madcap monologues will make you laugh out loud. So why not drop into Alexei’s deli and listen in, as one of the leading lights of the foccacia revolution shares his weird and wonderful worldview. Cast and credits Written and performed by Alexei Sayle With Jake Yapp, Nicholas Parsons, Paul Merton, Sean Baker and Ian Smith With additional material from Liam Bearne, Sarah Campbell and Ben Partridge Original music and lyrics by Tim Sutton Produced by Joe Nunnery Production Coordinator: Beverly Tagg A BBC Studios production First broadcast on BBC Radio 4, 15 November-6 December 2016 (Series 1), 9-30 November 2017 (Series 2), 12 September-3 October 2019 (Series 3)"

Alexei Sayle (Author), Alexei Sayle (Narrator)

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