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RHLSTP with Richard Herring
RHLSTP Book Club 115 - Robert Popper
Nov 1, 2024
Robert Popper, creator of the beloved sitcoms Friday Night Dinner and Look Around You, shares his humorous insights into the whimsical world of letter writing. He discusses his experience embodying a 104-year-old woman in his latest book, The Elsie Drake Letters, revealing how this persona led to heartwarming and absurd replies from unsuspecting companies. The conversation dives into past letter-writing antics, unexpected police calls, and the creative process behind comedic correspondence. Popper also touches on project ideas and the joy of storytelling through laughter.
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- Robert Popper's transformation of a fictional 104-year-old character into comedic letters reveals the joy found in absurd human interactions.
- The humorous responses from public figures to Elsie's letters highlight the unexpected kindness and delight in engaging with whimsical creativity.
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The episode highlights Richard Herring's upcoming live shows at Leicester Square Theatre, featuring notable guests like Ednish Kumar and Milton Jones. Additionally, the scheduling of future acts, including Chesney Hawks, creates excitement for fans. Herring discusses his ongoing ball back tour, encouraging fans to book tickets early while expressing his disappointment over not being able to perform in Birmingham. This proactive approach to engaging with his audience demonstrates his commitment to maintaining a vibrant live comedy scene.
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