The News Huddlines - Series 51
The News Huddlines is a British sketch-based radio comedy series that humorously examines the lighter side of the week's news. Starring comedian Roy Hudd, along with June Whitfield and Chris Emmett, the show ran from 1975 until 2001, spanning a total of 51 series over 26 years. Each half-hour episode features topical sketches, songs, and one-liners, all delivered in a traditional British comedy style aimed at an older audience.
The series is known for its mildly satirical take on current events, with sketches often centered around public figures and exaggerated characterizations. For example, June Whitfield voices Norma Major, the ex-prime minister’s wife, who bears a resemblance to her character Eth from the 1950s comedy series Take It From Here. The humor is characterized by recognizable punchlines and a slightly subversive, bawdy style, reminiscent of the best music-hall comedians.
This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.
Chapters
| The News Huddlines | 30:19 |
| September 13, 2001 | 29:46 |
| Episode 3 | 29:50 |
| Episode 4 | 29:47 |
| Episode 5 | 30:01 |
| Episode 6 | 29:41 |
| Episode 7 | 29:20 |
| The News Huddlines | 29:44 |
| The News Huddlines | 29:51 |
| Episode 10 (November 8, 2001) | 30:40 |
| December 25, 2001 | 27:22 |