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COMEDY WRITING LEGENDS - The One Foot in the Grave Story...In Conversation with David Renwick Part 2

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English - May 03, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB - ★★★★★ - 3 ratings
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David Renwick is one of the real British comedy writing legends. He created the iconic Victor Meldrew. Over two parts Ashley talks to David about his early years and the plethora of comedies he's written. In this second programme David talks about his inspiration for Victor and how and why One Foot in the Grave endured for so long.  Find episode 1 by scrolling through the Distinct Nostalgia feed wherever you get your podcasts.

Don't forget we've also an interview with Doreen Mantle who played Mrs Warboys. Find it by searching the Distinct Nostalgia archive. 

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