Alison Spittle

In this lively discussion, Jess Robinson, an impressionist known for her vocal mimicry, shares insights about her show celebrating Elton John. Alison Spittle dives into her experiences with body image and fat liberation, offering a humorous take on societal pressures. Grace Petrie reflects on the intersection of music and politics in her protest songs, while Sikisa combines her experiences as a comedian and immigration lawyer, blending humor with legal insights. Together, they create an engaging exploration of identity, laughter, and the challenges of modern life.

Join Alison Spittle, an Irish comedian and writer, alongside Miranda Kane, a former sex worker and advocate, and Niki Adams from the English Collective of Prostitutes as they tackle the often-taboo subject of sex workers' rights. They emphasize the need for decriminalization and challenge societal misconceptions surrounding sex work. With humor and insights, they share poignant stories about the impacts of legal frameworks, discuss the traumatic Soho raids, and promote the importance of centering sex workers' voices in feminist conversations.

In this lively discussion, Irish comedian and writer Alison Spittle joins the conversation, sharing her witty insights on the latest adventures of Carrie and Aiden in Virginia. They explore hilarious tech mishaps within families and the quirks of contemporary parenting. The humor shines as they critique character dynamics and the often absurd portrayal of wealth in the show. From fashion faux pas to reimagining narrative possibilities, the dialogue is packed with sharp commentary and playful banter that resonates with fans of the series.

Comedian Alison Spittle and special guest Lydia Pettit discuss the unfairness in products marketed towards men and women, share humorous banter about beauty treatments and Lord of the Rings, explore canceling plans and the concept of stealth feminism, analyze gender dynamics in news headlines, delve into anger and self-portraiture, challenge society's discomfort with the word 'fat', and end with updates on upcoming projects and discussions about height.

Greg Jenner is joined by guests Prof Brett Whalen and comedian Alison Spittle in 9th-century Rome to explore the early medieval papacy. As the political heart of the papacy is plunged into chaos, we step into a world consumed by debauchery and a thirst for power and hear about perhaps the most unhinged courtroom trial of all time.Research by Jessica Honey Written by Emma Nagouse, Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow and Greg Jenner Produced by Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Assistant Producer: Emmie Rose Price-Goodfellow Project Management: Isla Matthews Audio Producer: Steve HankeyYou’re Dead To Me is a production by The Athletic for BBC Radio 4.