The Bill Podcast

The mighty Connie Hyde reveals how much of Cathy Bradford's story arc was planned at the beginning, in this clip from this Summer's Podcast, available now for Sgt. Patrons and above on patreon.com/thebillpodcast

Series 4 of The Bill Podcast kicks off with the very talented Alan Westaway, who fondly recalls his time as "cocky" PC Nick Slater and shares some cracking stories from filming with the river police, being recognised and Slater's "happy ending...". We also celebrate his recent work as a filmmaker and screenwriter, including the highly acclaimed "Stan Lee's Lucky Man".

Alan's nominated charity is parkinsons.org.uk

BURNSIDE'S BACK! Father Christmas has brought you all a very special gift this year... The mighty Chris Ellison (DCI Frank Burnside) joins us for an in-depth chat about his career. So grab yourself a hot chocolate or a mulled wine and enjoy this interview with a legend of the highest calibre...

With huge thanks to the one and only Jon Iles for setting up this interview.

Exclusive clip from this new musical tale based on "Pinocchio", narrated by "The Bill" legend Jon Iles (D.C. Mike Dashwood), with Clarinet performed by Sarah Watts @sarahkwatts

You can order the CD from http://www.pinocchio-cd.com/ and you can get an exclusive 20% discount by using BILLPODCAST discount code

QUINNAN'S BACK! The phenomenal Andrew Paul (PC Dave Quinnan) shares his memories of playing one of Sun Hill's most popular coppers and associated spin-offs like "Noel's House Party". We also chat his recent return to a police car for the BAFTA-nominated "Standby", earning a unique place in TV history via the "Inspector Morse" franchise, plus filming a sitcom with both Leonard Rossiter and Sir Bruce Forsyth.

Andrew's nominated charity is bhf.org.uk and you can follow the great man on Twitter @andrewpaul61

In this clip, Louise Harrison recalls the process of her landing a regular role in "The Bill".

Not releasing on Soundcloud until next April, Sgt Patrons of the Podcast can enjoy this Podcast and much more content now on patreon.com/thebillpodcast

DINESH IS BACK! Walk the beat back to 1987 as the mighty SONESH SIRA gives his FIRST EVER interview about playing P.C. Dinesh Patel in Series 3 of #TheBill. Sonesh shares his memories of playing Sun Hill's first Asian copper, learning from the legendary Eric Richard and he reveals the extraordinary events that led to him turning down the chance to work on the half-hour series!

Sonesh is an animal lover and requests any charity support go to animal shelters.

Clip from the "Bin-Men" (Series 10) audio commentary with writer Roger Davenport. Roger recorded commentaries for all three of his episodes, which are available on patreon.com/thebillpodcast, along with commentaries from Jon Iles (D.C. Mike Dashwood), producer Tony Virgo, costume designer Jennie Tate and camera operator Alison Chapman. Fancy joining the investigation and enjoying exclusive content from £2 a month? Add any questions in the comments below.

LOXTON'S BACK! The mighty Tom Butcher shares his memories of playing PC Steve Loxton, filming car chases, being reprimanded by a member of the public and discuss his stunning central performance in Series 8's "All The King's Horses". We also celebrate his career in general in this rare and fascinating interview, recorded hot off the heels of his critically acclaimed performance as Henry II in The Lion in Winter at the English Theatre in Frankfurt. Tom's nominated charity is mind.org.uk

In Part 2 of Seeta's "The Bill Podcast" we discuss her winning awards for playing Norika, winning Celebrity Mastermind, the groundbreaking Series 7 episode "They Also Serve", the Christmas special "Twanky", persevering with acting and her hopes for the future. Seeta's nominated charity is ageuk.org.uk