This one needs no introduction, Steve Coogan is a one off. In this episode we have the space and time to discuss his vast career, his connection to Ireland, his clarity on comedy and writing, Partidge, The Trip, Philomena, his up-coming roll as Jimmy Saville, going toe to toe with Harvey Weinstein and so much more. To hear part 2 of this episode and gain access to every episode of Irishman Abroad going back ten years, why not head to www.patreon.com/irishmanabroad - for a tiny fee each month you can support the show and find a treasure trove of great chats with the greatest Irish people ever to have lived.

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The Steve Coogan Episode (Part 1)

Youth hostelling with Chris Eubank

Psy Partridge

'From humble beginnings to the top of the entertainment tree and everything in between! A beautiful book about a beautiful man' Paddy McGuinness

'Leigh is an artistic genius. This is a unique book' Davina McCall

'Funny, honest and utterly creative. This book is a lot like the man himself!' Fearne Cotton 

 This is the story of a little boy called Leigh Francis who became a naughty bear. And then a man called Keith Lemon, and also Avid Merrion and whoever else you may or may not know me as (but not Mick Hucknall). All this time behind the neckbrace, bandage or whatever costume I’ve worn, I was still just that little boy called Leigh Francis.

From the moment I stepped out in front of the camera, I’ve always been in character. Now the time has come to lift the mask (literally) and reveal myself (not literally): from growing up in Leeds obsessed with TV, films, toys, clothes and dressing up as my favourite superhero,* to my wild adventures,** my first relationships*** and moving to London to pursue my dream of being silly and having a laugh. Oh, and there’s a bit about making it in the wonderful world of telly – the highs, the lows and everything in between.

So here it is, my memoir! Expect a chuckle, a thoughtful pause and maybe even a tear or two. I can’t lie, I’m a little bit nervous about it as this isn’t like all the made-up stuff I’ve done in character – this is my story. A true story about Leigh.


* Spider-Man

** in the Cubs and Scouts

*** with breakdancing and skateboarding

Leigh, Myself and I: The Autobiography of Me, By Leigh Francis, Read by Leigh Francis

Trying my luck with EMIT and some jazz sounds

ap - jazzy breakfast 2.0

extremely short from a while ago but i like it a lot

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Jarlath Regan presents An Irishman Abroad, a selection of diverse weekly podcasts featuring the greatest Irish people of all time talking about their lives, politics, health, wellness and everything in between. Along with regular contributors Sonia O’Sullivan (Irishman Running Abroad) and Marion McKeone (Irishman In America), these podcasts are renowned for the depth and quality of its long form interviews. Previous guests include Brian O'Driscoll, Sir Bob Geldof, Tommy Tiernan, Aisling Bea, Hozier, Sarah Silverman, John C. Reilly,  Paul McGrath, Boy George, Paul Mescal, Sharon Horgan, Lisa Hannigan and Dylan Moran. To hear access the full back catalogue of hundreds of interviews dating back to 2013 and to unlock the full version of each weekly episode visit www.Patreon.com/irishmanabroad.

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