Sally Phillips, a renowned comedian and actor celebrated for roles in 'Smack the Pony' and 'Taskmaster', dives into the world of foraging and culinary humor. She reminisces about the impact of her early work while sharing her excitement for the new series 'Austin'. The conversation hilariously fluctuates between the debate of still vs. sparkling water and the joys of unique dining experiences, including wild strawberry foraging memories. Sally's light-hearted anecdotes and engaging insights on neurodiversity in media add depth to this entertaining culinary journey.
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9:30pm Lineup
Sally Phillips recalls BBC Two's 9:30pm lineup, featuring shows like Smack the Pony.
It was a highlight of her TV nights, showcasing the impact of curated programming blocks.
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Startle Reflex
Sally Phillips recounts how Michael Theo enjoys startling her with snake impressions.
This playful dynamic on the set of Austin adds a humorous touch to their work.
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Austin's Genesis
Sally Phillips explains how Austin was created, with the idea stemming from Michael Theo's unique personality.
The show aims for authentic autistic representation, incorporating Michael's real-life experiences.
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‘Smack the Pony’, ‘I’m Alan Partridge’ and ‘Taskmaster’ star Sally Phillips is this week’s diner, and she’s going foraging.
Sally Phillips stars in ‘Austin’ which is on BBC One at 9.30pm from Friday 4th April with all episodes available on BBC iPlayer.