The Bill Podcast

J.C. Wilsher is one of Britain's most prolific TV crime writers, writing over 50 episodes of "The Bill" as well as creating the seminal police drama "Between The Lines". In this clip, he recalls the inspiration behind his Series 6 cracker "C.A.D.". J.C. Wilsher has recorded three Audio Commentaries for the Podcast's Patreon channel. Join the ranks now and unlock over 40 Cast & Crew Commentaries -https://www.patreon.com/thebillpodcast

YORKIE'S BACK! In the first part of this two-part special, the mighty Robert Hudson shares gold dust from the early half hour episodes of "The Bill", before they make their way into “Witness Statements 2”

If you are interested in learning more about Rob's early life and career, you can do so as a Patreon of the Podcast, where Rob has recorded an Audio Commentary for the seminal "Fat'ac" -https://www.patreon.com/thebillpodcast

The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk

Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast and crew of "The Bill" and previously unpublished photos, ratings and production notes. Available from devonfirebooks.com

Unlock over 100 cast & crew episode commentaries on patreon.com/thebillpodcast

Part 2 of this chat with a true Sun Hill legend features Colin's thoughts on whether Taffy was a moaner, his memories of Series 3's "Domestics", being mistaken for a real life police officer and the dangers of celebrity! Plus the great man discusses his reasons for leaving the series and life after Sun Hill, including writing for television. Follow the great man on Twitter @ColinBlumenau

If you enjoyed this interview and would like to read the memories of 39 more Cast and Crew, you can order the book "Witness Statements: Making The Bill (Series 1-3) which is available from devonfirebooks.com

The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk

Over 150 hours of bonus content available patreon.com/thebillpodcast

Part 1 of a two-part chat with one of the original stars of "The Bill", who was there right from the off in the "Woodentop" pilot. Here we chat to Colin about his early life and career and landing a role that was only supposed to last four episodes...

The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk

Read the "Witness Statements" books featuring interviews with dozens of cast and crew of "The Bill" and previously unpublished photos, ratings and production notes. Available from devonfirebooks.com

Unlock over 100 cast & crew episode commentaries on patreon.com/thebillpodcast

The Bill Podcast Patreon channel is looking for new recruits to join the ranks and here’s a look at what you could unlock this April for £2.49…

EXCLUSIVE - THE BILL REUNION 5 HIGHLIGHTS

All Patrons will have exclusive access to highlights of the recent Bill Reunion 5 from Misty Moon Events, featuring anecdotes and banter from Jon Iles, Andrew Mackintosh, Suzanne Maddock, Natalie Roles and Barbara Thorn

LIVE NOW - https://www.patreon.com/posts/49107156

EXCLUSIVE - WHICH REGULAR CAST MEMBER WALKED THE BEAT?

All Patrons will also unlock an exclusive interview revealing which member of the regular cast actually walked the beat for the closing credits of the Barlby Road era of the series!

REACTION & ANALYSIS TO OVER 20 EPISODES OF “THE BILL”

Rookie Patrons also have access to Reaction & Analysis videos for over 20 episodes of The Bill from Series 4 to 26.

SNEAK PEEK CLIPS OF HIGHER TIER APRIL CONTENT RELEASES:

Plus you’ll get to see sample clips for all the content hitting Patreon this month, including a brand new Podcast with Only Fools & Horses legend JOHN CHALLIS as he recalls playing crazed bus driver Ian Gore in Series 4’s Runaround…

Then YORKIE’S BACK! Robert Hudson reunites with BAFTA winning Director Paul Harrison as they revisit Series 4’s “Stealing Cars & Nursery Rhymes”

And buckle up as LOXTON'S BACK! Tom Butcher reunites with the makers of Series 7’s The Chase 30 years on!

Join the ranks now as a Rookie for £2.49 and unlock over 12 hours of The Bill related content, plus clips from 40 Cast and Crew Commentaries - patreon.com/thebillpodcast

DALY'S BACK! The mighty Ray Ashcroft (D.S. Geoff Daly) shares his fantastic memories of "The Bill" as well as discussing his recent theatre work, weekly rep, early TV roles and coming up to date with his brand new writing project. Enjoy this rare chat with a true Sun Hill legend!

The Bill Podcast is brought to you in proud association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk vanguardcomics.co.uk and gibconsultancy.co.uk

STANTON'S BACK! The mighty Clara Salaman (D.I. Clare Stanton) shares her memories of playing Sun Hill's mole and Don Beech's nemesis in #BeechIsBack Plus we chat about her fantastic career as a novelist, currently writing as Natalie Daniels - https://www.amazon.co.uk/Natalie-Daniels/e/B07KJN25CX%3F

The TV version of Too Close begins Monday 12th April 2021 at 9pm on ITV

The Bill Podcast is brought to you in association with:

George Fairbrother, author of the Armstrong & Burton series

georgefairbrother.com

and Misty Moon Events, organisers of The Bill Reunions

mistymoonfilmsociety.com

JAMILA'S BACK! The mighty Lolita Chakrabarti (WPC Jamila Blake) has recorded a two-part #TheBillPodcast interview, which hits Patreon later this month, followed by a wider release this Spring.

But exciting news before then is that The Almeida has announced live streamed performances of Lolita's new play Hymn! In this clip from her upcoming Podcast, Lolita discusses the themes of the play, which is directed by Blanche McIntyre and features Adrian Lester in the role of Gil and Danny Sapani as Benny.

The world premiere production which was originally due to play to socially distanced audiences will now be streamed live from the theatre for five performances from Wednesday 17 – Saturday 20 February.

You can support the theatre industry and enjoy some live performances again, all from the comfort and safety of your home, by visiting https://almeida.co.uk/membership

To help keep fans entertained during lockdown this month, #TheBillPodcast #Patreon channel is making more exclusive content available to #Sergeant patrons

Including a brand new Video Commentary for Series 5’s Mending Fences with Sun Hill #legend Larry Dann and director Niall Leonard.

Later in February - Jamila’s back as Sergeants will also unlock Part 1 of a brand new Podcast with the mighty Lolita Chakrabarti

As part of your 999 deal, you’ll also unlock future full-length podcasts with legends Clara Salaman, Ray Ashcroft, Colin Blumenau, Robert Hudson, Chris Simmons and Sally Rogers!

Sergeant Patrons also have access to an exclusive Podcast with guest actor Lawrence Lambert - plus an Audio Commentary on Series 11’s Bin-Men with writer Roger Davenport

If over 10 hours of interview content isn’t enough, you’ll also unlock over 20 hours of Reaction Videos and Analysis covering 35 episodes of The Bill.

Plus you can see exclusive Sneak Peek clips of all Patreon content, including dozens of Video Commentaries with cast and crew, including the three-part Barlby Road Reunion featuring 9 Sun Hill legends.

And instead of sewing on Sergeant stripes, you can claim 2 exclusive Witness Statements badges featuring artwork of WPC June Ackland and Sergeant Bob Cryer.

Join the investigation as a Sergeant for £9.99 and unlock over 30 hours of #TheBill related content, available exclusively on Patreon.

patreon.com/thebillpodcast

The conclusion of this brilliant interview with Russell Boulter features some of the best "The Bill" anecdotes ever recorded for the Podcast... so sit back and enjoy this extended chat with a true legend!

The Bill Podcast has been played over 400,000 times in 50 countries worldwide. Since 2023, The Bill Podcast has been presented by Natalie Roles (DS Debbie McAllister) and brought to you in association with georgefairbrother.com shop.saturdaymorningpress.co.uk and cityfiction.co.uk

Over 150 hours of bonus content available patreon.com/thebillpodcast