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Production Village develops, produces and markets podcasts and radio shows. We are co-owners of Humbug Radio which targets the UK’s 14 million Baby Boomers with music, comedy and chat. Production Village are comedy specialists. We act as consultants for broadcast & corporate clients who want to leverage the power of humour to better communicate with their audiences. Clients include Global Radio. We have close ties with our neighbours Downstairs at the Kings Head – the oldest comedy club in Britain. Since 2018 we’ve run workshops at the venue for people who are serious about getting into the comedy business. Our 2D animation brand Studio Senseless has produced a slate of award-winning short films, web series and music videos. Meanwhile, our comedy scripts are produced in theatres and arts centres all over the world. If, like us, you’re serious about finding the funny, you’ve come to the right place.

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Old Enough To Know Better – Humbug Radio

Humbug Radio isn’t just another station—it’s like tuning in to a great conversation with people on your wavelength. With its witty, irreverent tone, a love for great music, and a knack for keeping things fresh, it’s nostalgia with a twist and radio with personality. With a diverse line-up of fantastic shows and charismatic presenters, Humbug Radio has something for everyone. Among the notable personalities gracing the airwaves are Phil Cornwell, renowned for his quick wit and brilliant celebrity impressions; Jeremy Swift, Emmy nominated for his role in Ted Lasso; and man of a thousand voices Keith Wickham. Listeners can also enjoy the comedic talents of “Dead Ringers” regular Simon Lipson and veteran podcaster and author Brian Luff, alongside American stand-up comedian Rick Kieswetter. Then there’s award-winning sketch writer and performer John Dredge – a staple of the station since launch day, bringing his uniquely dry and surreal  sense of humour and a cast of thousands to the Humbug audience.

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Alexa, play my favourite radio station

The advent of smart speakers like Amazon’s Alexa has heralded a new era for internet radio enthusiasts, opening up a realm of possibilities that were once confined to desktop computers. With the integration of these devices into mobile phones and even smart speakers in cars, internet radio stations have broken free from the constraints of traditional platforms and ventured into the wild, offering listeners an unprecedented level of accessibility and choice. One such station that has embraced this newfound freedom is Central Hits Radio, based in the Midlands. Founded by two seasoned DJs, Stephan Cole and Dougie Scott, Central Hits Radio is not just another run-of-the-mill station. It represents a rebellion against the monotonous playlists and excessive advertisements that plague mainstream radio. As Scott puts it, “We were fed up with listening to radio stations who play the same 6 songs on repeat with more adverts than music, so we decided to stop moaning about it and create an alternative.” Central Hits Radio sets itself apart with its diverse playlist spanning the decades from the 1960s to the 1990s. It...

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Studio Senseless – our bijou 2D animation studio

Studio Senseless is Production Village’s bijou 2D animation studio. Written & directed by Brian Luff and co-written & produced by Georgina Sowerby, our short films, web series and music videos have been screened at film festivals all over the world. We’ve been lucky enough to pick up a few awards along the way, including Best Animation, Best Music Video, Best Short and Best Editing Visit Studio Senseless