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A Monopoly of Violence

Alexei Sayle's Imaginary Sandwich BarSeries 4
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Alexei considers the role of the police force, and discusses his own involvement in the ‘spy cops’ scandal. From 2022.

Alexei considers the role of the police force, and discusses his own involvement in the ‘spy cops’ scandal.

Plus, he draws comparisons between President Assad and a beloved British comedian and details his seven stages of grief post the 2019 general election.

A mixture of stand-up, memoir, and philosophy from behind the counter of an imaginary sandwich bar.

Written and performed by Alexei Sayle.

Music and lyrics by Tim Sutton.

Producer: Joe Nunnery

A BBC Studios Production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in October 2022.

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28 minutes

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Mon 3 Nov 202522:30
BBC Radio 4 Extra

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  • Thu 20 Oct 202218:30
    BBC Radio 4
  • Thu 27 Oct 202207:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 27 Oct 202217:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Thu 27 Oct 202222:00
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  • Fri 28 Oct 202205:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra
  • Tue 4 Feb 202518:30
    BBC Radio 4 FM
  • Mon 3 Nov 202522:30
    BBC Radio 4 Extra

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