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Mitch tries to break America, but it doesn’t quite go to plan. Plus, the truth behind Franz Ferdinand's inspiration. From 2006.

Mitch attempts to break America, but is refused entry at the border for violations of the Patriot Act concerning songs mocking Dubya Bush and US foreign policy.

So he’s forced to play a gig in Moosebutt, Canada.

Highlights include a ballad from an X-Factor hopeful and the truth behind Franz Ferdinand's musical inspiration.

Mitch Benn returns with a series of music and comedy.

He's joined by Morrissey-obsessive Robin Ince and the Distractions.

With:

Kirsty Newton
Craig Campbell
Jane Perry
Tasha Baylis

Producer: Adam Bromley.

First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in June 2006.

30 minutes

Last on

Sat 1 Feb 202522:30
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