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Radio 4,10 Jan 2012,30 mins

SeriesSeries 3

Wigan

Mark Steel's in Town

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Mark Steel performs for the residents of Wigan. He's talking about entering pie-eating competitions, living under floorboards, and the radicalism of George Formby. During his visit to the Greater Manchester town, he investigates the rich tapestry of remarkable events and people. Series in which the comedian visits towns across the UK and creates a stand-up show for the locals. Written by Mark Steel with additional material by Pete Sinclair. Producer: Sam Bryant First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in January 2012.

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