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Radio WM,07 May 2025,11 mins

SeriesHistory Of TV In The West Midlands

13. When Tarrant went Over The Top

BBC Radio WM Special

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O.T.T. was the short-lived, late night spin-off of Tiswas. It featured swearing and nudity and was cancelled after just one series in 1982. Host Chris Tarrant shares his memories of having to defend the show in the face of huge criticism. Credit: Getty Images.

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