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A weekly pre-sleep, post-thought audio play investigating the nature of latent boredom and the strip-mining of emotional bereavement. Semi is written & performed by Mark Simpson, Garth Simmons and Jim-John Harkness, and is produced by Stephen Landerhour for BBC Sounds.

PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes146Founded7 years ago
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3.7 out of 5 stars from 35 ratings
  • Juvenile, boring, low-brow vitriol

    Tried to find something of value here, looking for humor or insight or originalilty. Found this as dull as soap, full of resentment, absent of intelligence. Snooze.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    poblin
    United States3 years ago
  • LET ME ON AND LETS SORT THIS OUT

    I have to admit. this is a great podcast. I GET IT

    But they won't debate me.

    AND THEY MUST

    Brian

    Milton Keynes

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EYEisBloke
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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What is slanderhour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show is a weekly audio play built around a trio of performers who explore latent boredom and the emotional terrain of bereavement with a sly, pre-bedtime banter style. Across episodes, listeners can expect sharp wit, cultural commentary, and humorous conversations that blend personal storytelling with social observations, often touching on masculinity, politics, and everyday quirks. Its distinctive format—playful, reflective, and anchored by strong performances—likely appeals to listeners who enjoy character-driven humor, satirical takes on modern life, and thoughtful, lightly philosophical banter. A notable strength is the tight-knit cast and the BBC Sounds production, which gives it a polished, theatrical feel while staying intimate a... more

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