TALK KING

TALK KING

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  • Who Am I? - Michael Dore’s Journey In Song

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    In Episode 5 of  of 'TALK KING' - Broadcaster Dominic King meets Michael Dore, a vocal coach to Hollywood actors and pop stars.

    Recorded at his home in Broadstairs  - Michael takes Dom from a childhood of kitchen-table harmonies to West End booths, orchestral stages, and film scoring sessions at Abbey Road.

    You’ll hear how he helped Taron Egerton shape a conversational, intimate vocal presence for Rocketman without mimicking Elton John’s sound, and how six months of focused work built confidence that could carry a film.

    Film music fans get a rare seat in Abbey Road as Michael recalls singing on Lord of the Rings films.

    If you love the craft behind unforgettable performances, or you’re searching for practical wisdom on nerves, style, and longevity, this one’s for you. 

    Follow the show, share it with a friend who lives for film scores and big voices, and leave us a review with the moment that surprised you most.

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    47 min
  • Who Am I? - Michael Dore’s Journey In Song

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    In Episode 5 of  of 'TALK KING' - Broadcaster Dominic King meets Michael Dore, a vocal coach to Hollywood actors and pop stars.

    Recorded at his home in Broadstairs  - Michael takes Dom from a childhood of kitchen-table harmonies to West End booths, orchestral stages, and film scoring sessions at Abbey Road.

    You’ll hear how he helped Taron Egerton shape a conversational, intimate vocal presence for Rocketman without mimicking Elton John’s sound, and how six months of focused work built confidence that could carry a film.

    Film music fans get a rare seat in Abbey Road as Michael recalls singing on the Lord of the Rings films.

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    2 min
  • I'm Still Rita - At home with Cheryl Baker

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    In Episode 3 of  of 'TALK KING' - Broadcaster Dominic King meets Cheryl Baker at her home in Kent.

    Cheryl is best known for her her television work on shows including  children's BBC TV Show Record Breakers and as one of the founding members of Buck Fizz - she continues to tour as The Fizz.

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    37 min
  • Agents Don't Call On A Saturday: At home with Actors Linda Regan and Brian Murphy

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    In Episode 2 of the new season of 'TALK KING' - Broadcaster Dominic King meets Actors Linda Regan and Brian Murphy at their home in Hayes near Bromley.

    Brian is best known for playing George Roper in 70's sitcom George & Mildred and Linda for playing April in 80's British holiday camp sitcom Hi-De-Hi! and is a best-selling author.

    Brian sadly died on the 2nd February 2025. I am forever grateful to Brian and Linda for inviting me to their home for what would be one of their final conversations together.

    TALK KING is a Laughing Frog Production.
     Also check out: 'Romney Marsh Ramblings' 

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    52 min
  • The Tooth Hurts! - At home with TV Chef Rosemary Shrager

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    Season Two of our podcast begins with Rosemary Shrager: British chef, TV personality and author of Murder Mystery adventures including 'The Last Supper', 'The Proof in the Pudding' and 'Too Many Cooks'.

    She talks to Broadcaster Dominic King about her childhood, career in catering, life on Television and becoming an author -  where "cozy crime meets cookery". 

    TALK KING is a Laughing Frog Production.  
     Also check out: 'Watching The Detectives':

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    53 min
  • Write Me A Song! - At home with Composer Alex Harwood.

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    British Broadcaster Dominic King visits the South West London home of Film and Television Composer Alexandra Harwood to talk about her life in music.

    Alex is best known for her work creating music for Mike Newell film The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society and television series All Creatures Great and Small.

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    1 hr

About TALK KING

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Broadcaster Dominic King talks to friends from the entertainment industry about their lives and passion for the arts. 

Many of our long-form episodes have been recorded at the homes of…