Last Word
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<p>Radio 4's weekly obituary programme, telling the life stories of those who have died recently</p>
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Publishing Since
6/5/2015
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Recent Episodes
July 17, 2026
Sam Neill: the silent child with a stutter who became a movie star
Matthew Bannister interviews actor Sam Neill about his journey from a shy child to a celebrated movie star.
July 10, 2026
Bonnie Tyler: How the "sweet soul singer" found her growl
Matthew Bannister interviews musician Mal Pope about singer Bonnie Tyler's journey from a Welsh chapel to international stardom.
July 3, 2026
The Good Life of Dame Penelope Keith
Matthew Bannister explores the life and legacy of Dame Penelope Keith through her own words and BBC archive interviews, revealing her impact on television comedy.
578 total episodes available with 136 transcripts
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<p>Radio 4's weekly obituary programme, telling the life stories of those who have died recently</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates daily.
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