10 Full-Cast Vintage BBC Radio Dramas

Personal Column

A series of intriguing vintage dramas from 1967, which read between the lines of typical entries found in the personal columns of newspapers. 
 
Personal Column is a captivating collection of original radio dramas conceived by the esteemed writer Philip Levene, known for his work on 19 episodes of ITV's The Avengers, including the iconic "The Cybernauts." 
 
Each drama in this series offers a gripping narrative with unexpected twists, showcasing the talents of various writers and actors. From a story in which a seemingly simple lost-and-found ad leads to a complex tale of blackmail and deceit, to a dodgy insurance broker who takes drastic measures, to a couple who get more than they bargained for when they try to sell some old jewellery and find them themselves part of a crime scene, Personal Column is a treasure trove of suspenseful and thought-provoking dramas from the golden age of radio. 
 
©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

A series of intriguing vintage dramas from 1967, which read between the lines of typical entries found in the personal columns of newspapers. 
 
Personal Column is a captivating collection of original radio dramas conceived by the esteemed writer Philip Levene, known for his work on 19 episodes of ITV's The Avengers, including the iconic "The Cybernauts." 
 
Each drama in this series offers a gripping narrative with unexpected twists, showcasing the talents of various writers and actors. From a story in which a seemingly simple lost-and-found ad leads to a complex tale of blackmail and deceit, to a dodgy insurance broker who takes drastic measures, to a couple who get more than they bargained for when they try to sell some old jewellery and find them themselves part of a crime scene, Personal Column is a treasure trove of suspenseful and thought-provoking dramas from the golden age of radio. 
 
©2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2025 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

Eddie Maguire

Jack Warner

Kathleen Harrison

Full Cast

Selected Episodes from the Classic BBC Radio Comedy

Post-war comedy drama with Britain’s most popular familyRediscover the most popular family in Britain! The Huggetts dominated the airwaves in the 1950s. For nearly a decade their family capers entertained listeners with the trials and tribulations of everyday life in post-war Britain. An unashamedly working-class family, the Huggetts epitomise the spirit of a united nation relishing simple pleasures with a cheery, down-to-earth smile.Only seven of these era-defining episodes have survived in the archive, and they are now available together for the first time. This light-hearted, feel-good comedy is as fresh and funny as it was when it was first broadcast. Listen now and laugh along with a family from a bygone era and enjoy this piece of wonderful radio history.In episode one, ‘All at Sea’ has Joe and Ethel in a mess over money when a factory outing looms. Chaos reigns in ‘No Fear’ when young Bobby Huggetts sets out to play the hero. ‘Loser Pays’ has Joe and Fred attempting to teach their wives a lesson, but it backfires. The family are baffled by a mystery letter that arrives from America in ‘Transatlantic Tangle’. A summer heat wave has the family suffering in ‘What Unusual Wallpaper’ and in ‘Clean Linen’ there is a mix-up at the launderette sparking a whole pile of embarrassment for the Huggetts. Finally, in ‘'Ail and Hearty’ Dad Joe is spotted calling in at the doctor's surgery. Should the family be worried?Enjoy these seven lost episodes, available to download now.Due to the age of these recordings, the sound quality may vary.Written by Eddie MaguireProduced by Jacques Brown and Peter EtonCastJoe - Jack Warner 
Ethel - Kathleen Harrison 
Jane - Marion Collins / Alanna Boyce 
Bobby - George Howell / James Langley / Malcolm Ranson 
Fred Stebbings - Charles LenoMrs Stebbings - Beatrice Varley Mr Campbell/Charlie/Insurance Salesman - Kenneth Connor 
Clara - Molly LumleyMamie Webb - Patricia HayesDetective - Alan Keithwith Bill Pertwee and Ralph Hallett First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme, August 1954 - June 1961©2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2024 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd

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