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3. Johnny and The Duchess
Episode 3 of 6
Mr Emmanuel earwigs at a table next to a lady from Dublin, who’s certainly larger than life. Stars Hugh Burden and Marie Kean.
Mr Emmanuel is an earwigger.
He likes to eavesdrop on other peoples' conversations.
He always lunches at the same restaurant, and selects the table nearest the diners who will provide him with the best entertainment.
Today, Mr Emmanuel is at a table next to a woman from Dublin and she is certainly larger than life.
Series of overheard conversation pieces written by Alun Owen.
Mr Emmanuel .... Hugh Burden
The Duchess .... Marie Kean
Jake .... Jim McManus
Emma .... Moir Leslie
The Solicitor .... David Gooderson
Director: John Tydeman
First broadcast on ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 in May 1984.
Last on
Thu 31 Jul 2025
01:30
ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 Extra
Broadcasts
- Wed 30 Jul 2025 06:30ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 Extra
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- Thu 31 Jul 2025 01:30ÃÛÑ¿´«Ã½ Radio 4 Extra