Mark Thomas - The Manifesto. Mark Thomas. Copyright: BBC
Mark Thomas - The Manifesto
- Radio stand-up
- BBC Radio 4
- 2009 - 2013
- 20 episodes (5 series)
Radio show in which comedian-activist Mark Thomas compiles a Manifesto for the People which he goes on to campaign for. Stars Mark Thomas.
Episode menu
Series 1, Episode 1
The ideas up for the vote this week are holding a public referendum before going to war next time; bring back The Witch's Hat to kids' playgrounds; reform the role of Whips in The House Of Commons and Lords.
Further details
Bring back dangerous playgrounds (particularly The Witch's Hat apparatus).
A rail bridge connecting up Belfast, Scotland and Holland.
Make Gold by Spandau Ballet the national anthem.
Reform the role of Whips in parliament.
Abolish World Debt (and Speedos).
A free hug for call centre workers.
Hold a public referendum before going to war.
Broadcast details
- Date
- Thursday 25th June 2009
- Time
- 6:30pm
- Channel
- BBC Radio 4
- Length
- 30 minutes
Repeats
Show past repeats
| Date | Time | Channel |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday 14th April 2011 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 |
| Thursday 22nd September 2011 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Thursday 15th August 2013 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 27th February 2016 | 11:30pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Friday 28th October 2022 | 11:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Saturday 29th October 2022 | 3:00pm | Radio 4 Extra |
| Sunday 30th October 2022 | 4:00am | Radio 4 Extra |
Cast & crew
| Mark Thomas | Host / Presenter |
| Mark Thomas | Writer |
| Ed Morrish | Producer |