Alexei Sayle

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  1. Live at The Roundhouse with Diane Morgan!

    1d ago

    Live at The Roundhouse with Diane Morgan!

    Alexei Sayle, Talal Karkouti and special guest Diane Morgan sit down in front of 800 people to discuss ticks, robots and Doctor Who. Oh and Diane's new show Ann Droid, of course! Order Alexei's new book here. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron to gain access to the video version of the podcast, Alexei Reacts! and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  2. Alexei Sayle: I never thought we’d end up here

    Aug 21

    Alexei Sayle: I never thought we’d end up here

    Alexei Sayle has spent a lifetime finding humour in anger, absurdity and the systems that shape us. Raised in Liverpool by fiercely committed communist parents, his childhood was filled with politics, protest marches and unusual cultural influences - from Soviet cinema to family trips behind the Iron Curtain. In this episode of Full Disclosure, James O’Brien sits down with the comedian, writer and actor to trace the path from a rebellious schoolboy and struggling art student to the incendiary force at the heart of alternative comedy. Alexei recalls discovering his voice at the Comedy Store, forging lifelong friendships with Rik Mayall, Adrian Edmondson, Nigel Planer and the Comic Strip generation, and becoming known for a furious on-stage persona that often bore little resemblance to the man offstage. He reflects on success, creative reinvention and the strange experience of falling out of fashion before returning to stand-up with a more personal, contemplative voice. Alexei also discusses his lifelong political activism, the ideals he inherited from his parents, and the tension between wanting to change the world and recognising the limits of protest. It’s a funny, candid and deeply thoughtful conversation about comedy, conviction, reinvention and the complicated business of staying true to yourself. Find out more about How I've Tried to Change the World: By Walking Down the Middle of the Street Shouting by Alexei Sayle here Full Disclosure is a Global Production Listen or watch every Friday on Global Player, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.

  3. Good Riddance Keir Starmer, Reform Exposed and Wittgenstein's Poker

    Sep 5

    Good Riddance Keir Starmer, Reform Exposed and Wittgenstein's Poker

    Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti also discuss Sexy Beast, Bill Oddie, The Falkland Islands and Top Gear. Order Alexei's new book here. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron to gain access to the video version of the podcast, Alexei Reacts! and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  4. Compo Bursts Puppy (with Stewart Lee)

    Jan 31

    Compo Bursts Puppy (with Stewart Lee)

    Alexei Sayle, Talal Karkouti and the returning Stewart Lee talk comedy history, kung-fu (NOT judo!), young comics, old comic, American comics, racist comics, sexist comics, houseboats and Stewart's new tour. Go to stewartlee.co.uk for link and details of his upcoming tour and shows including next week at Alexandra Palace. Be a comrade and support the show by becoming a Patron and getting access to full video versions of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  5. Speed

    08/03/2015

    Speed

    The Need for Speed The Monkey Cage returns from its tour of the USA, as Brian Cox and Robin Ince take to the stage of the BBC Radio Theatre to look at the science of speed. They are joined by comedian and former motoring correspondent for the Daily Telegraph, Alexei Sayle, Land Speed Record Holder Andy Green and Professor Danielle George from the University of Manchester. They'll be looking at the engineering challenges of creating the fastest vehicle on the planet, and whether the limits to human speed are engineering or the laws of physics themselves.

  6. Tony Greenstein, Immortality and The Problem With Dragons

    Aug 23

    Tony Greenstein, Immortality and The Problem With Dragons

    Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti bring you the first ever podcast from Mars! From the future! From Alexei's Back Garden!They also discuss what TV shows they're watching, Alexei's new book (link below!) and Nadia Sawalha.Pre-order Alexei's book here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron to gain access to the video version of the podcast, Alexei Reacts! and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.comPlease consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  7. The Bund, the DSA and the F*cking Left (with Molly Crabapple)

    Jul 4

    The Bund, the DSA and the F*cking Left (with Molly Crabapple)

    Molly Crabapple (author of the brilliant Here Where We Live Is Our Country - link below!) joins Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti to discuss the real history of European Jews in the 19th Century. In particular, The Bund - a group who defied the Zionist mission in favour of unity, pride, socialism and determination. Get Molly's book here. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast Send your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  8. Robin Williams, Boy George and The People's Bomb (LIVE at The Ropetackle, Shoreham-on-Sea)

    Aug 8

    Robin Williams, Boy George and The People's Bomb (LIVE at The Ropetackle, Shoreham-on-Sea)

    Back at the Ropetackle Arts Centre, Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti discuss cancelled TV shows, division in the Left, Andy Burnham, protests and Steve Martin. Pre-order Alexei's book here. Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron to gain access to the video version of the podcast, Alexei Reacts! and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  9. Unfit for Purpose (with Stewart Lee)

    02/24/2021

    Unfit for Purpose (with Stewart Lee)

    Alexei talks to comedian Stewart Lee about the inevitable apocalypse, dinner parties, comedians of the Music Hall era and Stewart's film King Rocker. Head to www.kingrockerfilm.com to learn more about how and where to watch it.Send your questions and comments to AlexeiSaylePodcast@gmail.comSubscribe to his new YouTube channel here and join him for his Lockdown Bike Rides.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  10. Beef (with Diane Morgan)

    03/22/2022

    Beef (with Diane Morgan)

    Alexei sits down with Diane Morgan for his longest episode yet! They explore her life and career and Diane has several questions for Alexei too.Send your fan art, questions and friendship applications to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.comBecome a Patron here and get access to the upcoming live episode recordings - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast.Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive  Update Description

  11. The World Cup, The Tour de France and Granada TV

    Jul 18

    The World Cup, The Tour de France and Granada TV

    Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti talk 1966, 2026, 2025 and 1981 in that order. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  12. A is for Anarchy

    06/22/2021

    A is for Anarchy

    Alexei begins his A-Z of Left Politics by sitting down with Professor Paul Preston to discuss The Spanish Civil War, Franco, revolution and anarchy.Support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast.Get your email/friendship application read out on the show by sending them to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.comSubscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  13. The Andy Burnham Progress Report

    Jul 25

    The Andy Burnham Progress Report

    Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti also discuss a The Young Ones reunion, our upcoming show with Diane Morgan (tickets below!) and projects that Alexei has cooking up for the Autumn. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  14. Alexei Sayle, comedian

    05/23/2021

    Alexei Sayle, comedian

    Alexei Sayle is a comedian and writer, who began his career just over 40 years ago at the small Comedy Store venue in London, which proved a launch-pad for a new generation of comic stars. Alexei was born in Liverpool, where his parents were loyal members of the Communist Party: their politics informed almost every aspect of the family’s life, including holidays by train to eastern European countries that were then part of the Soviet bloc. He won a place at Chelsea School of Art but didn’t thrive as a painter. He began performing with a theatre troupe and - after answering an advertisement - became the compere on the opening night of the Comedy Store. He soon found himself at the centre of a new wave of British comedy. With his tight suits and often abrasive stage presence, he enjoyed successful stand-up tours, appearances on numerous TV shows including The Young Ones, and even a novelty pop hit. He attempted to launch a career in America, but was fired from a TV series on his 40th birthday. He stepped back from stand-up and devoted himself to writing novels and short stories. More recently, he has returned to live performance, and has also created a number of comedy series for Radio 4. He lives in London with his wife Linda: they have been married for almost 50 years. DISC ONE: Volver by Carlos Gardel DISC TWO: Joe Hill by Joan Baez DISC THREE: Aviator’s March by Yevgeny Kibkalo (baritone), conducted by Alexei Kovalev DISC FOUR: Seeräuber Jenny (Pirate Jenny) by Lotte Lenya DISC FIVE: Me and Bobby McGee by Janis Joplin DISC SIX: Shipbuilding by Robert Wyatt DISC SEVEN: It Was a Good Day by Ice Cube DISC EIGHT: Bonkers by Dizzee Rascal BOOK CHOICE: The Sword of Honour Trilogy by Evelyn Waugh LUXURY ITEM: A Chinese Broadsword CASTAWAY'S FAVOURITE: Me and Bobby McGee by Janis Joplin Presenter Lauren Laverne Producer Sarah Taylor

  15. Little Jodie (with Omid Djalili)

    06/01/2021

    Little Jodie (with Omid Djalili)

    Alexei is joined by Omid Djalili to discuss their Hollywood careers, Robin Williams, identity politics and Brian Sewell.Support the show by becoming a Patron at patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast.Get your email/friendship application read out on the show by sending them to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.comSubscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Lockdown Bike Rides.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  16. Poplarism, Manchesterism and Rik Mayall-ism

    Jul 11

    Poplarism, Manchesterism and Rik Mayall-ism

    This week Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti also discuss Satanism, American Imperialism, pacifism and unfair, Gary Stevenson criticism. They also add The Comic Strip and Whoops Apocalypse to the official Alexei Sayle filmography ranking and Alexei doesn't tell a Robin Williams story. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  17. Andy Burnham, Arturio Ui and Bobby Chariot

    Jun 20

    Andy Burnham, Arturio Ui and Bobby Chariot

    Alexei Sayle and Talal Karkouti also discuss the inevitable humiliation or Keir Starmer, Ben Elton's distorted memories and American TV's portrayal of the UK. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  18. BDS is My Kink

    02/11/2023

    BDS is My Kink

    Alexei continues his detour into Palestine as he and Talal welcome visual artist and activist Adam Broomberg to the show. Adam tells us about his life growing up in apartheid South Africa as a child of Jewish Holocaust survivors, the divides in his family, his numerous trips to Palestine and more. Now living in Germany, he also speaks on a particularly tough time he's currently having with state-level accusations.Please follow Adam on Instagram and Twitter @AdamBroomberg to be kept up to date with his progress and to see his ground-level documentation of the life and struggle of Palestinians.Send your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.comPlease consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.Become a Patron here to support the show, watch Alexei, Lise and Nigel Watch The Young Ones and get access to live episodes of The Alexei Sayle Podcast - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcast.Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides.The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  19. Aladdin, Drones and Jason Statham

    May 30

    Aladdin, Drones and Jason Statham

    Alexei and Talal are back after a brief hiatus. They discuss the reason for the break, Letter to Brezhnev and violence on TV. Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Get tickets to see Alexei in conversation at the Rik Mayall Festival in Droitwich Spa, 5th June here!Talal will be performing at Stand Up For Gaza in Brighton on June 7th - Get tickets here! Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

  20. David Hockney, Defence Budget Drama, and Alexei Reacts! Ep11 PATREON PREVIEW

    Jun 13

    David Hockney, Defence Budget Drama, and Alexei Reacts! Ep11 PATREON PREVIEW

    This week we're bringing you a special peek behind the Patreon curtain and releasing the latest episode of Alexei Reacts! from behind the paywall! To watch the video for free please head to patreon.com/alexeisaylepodcast or just click here!If you like what you see, please consider joining the Patreon for as little as £3 a month to support your favourite progressive, Marxist, pro-Palestine podcast! Enjoy! x Pre-order Alexei's book here.Come see The Alexei Sayle Podcast LIVE with Diane Morgan at The Roundhouse, Camden on 2nd August! Get tickets here.Be a comrade and support the show! Become a Patron and get access to the video version of the podcast, live episodes and more - patreon.com/AlexeiSaylePodcastSend your fan art, thoughts and questions to alexeisaylepodcast@gmail.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe to Alexei's YouTube channel here and join him for his Bike Rides and more. The Alexei Sayle Podcast is produced and edited by Talal KarkoutiMusic by Tarboosh RecordsPhotograph from the Andy Hollingworth Archive

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