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We answer listener questions about the making of Season 5: Hark and of Threshold more broadly in this special AMA episode with host Amy Martin, managing editor Erika Janik, and producer Sam Moore. Thanks to Kraftkabel for the use of his music. You can find the whole track here . Threshold is nonprofit, listener-supported, and independently produced. You can support Threshold by donating today . To stay connected, sign up for our newsletter .…
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المحتوى المقدم من Secret Army pod. يتم تحميل جميع محتويات البودكاست بما في ذلك الحلقات والرسومات وأوصاف البودكاست وتقديمها مباشرة بواسطة Secret Army pod أو شريك منصة البودكاست الخاص بهم. إذا كنت تعتقد أن شخصًا ما يستخدم عملك المحمي بحقوق الطبع والنشر دون إذنك، فيمكنك اتباع العملية الموضحة هنا https://ar.player.fm/legal.
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1 Series 2, Episode 2: Russian Roulette 1:39:35
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'That megalomaniac upstart is rapidly degenerating into a latter-day Caligula!' Our review of Secret Army's gripping second series continues with John Brason's Russian Roulette: soon after hearing about the death of their leader Lisa, Lifeline have to contend with two Russian evaders, Brandt is asked to join a plot against Hitler, and Albert accepts Kessler's invite to a sinister garden party... While AJ realises just how much of the episode they had forgotten, Andy disagrees with himself from the past about both locations and musical instruments. The pair agree that the episode could also be called 'Natalie's Very Bad Day' and consider issues as diverse as: Alain's family and his share of the Muny farm; why everyone is suddenly and inexplicably calling Lisa, Yvette; the meaning of European hand gestures; and the decision not to subtitle the episode's plentiful Russian dialogue. There's also Ryan's reaction on first viewing, Alex Wilcock considering both the episode's title and Kessler's return invitation to Albert, and Joanna from Australia who first watched the series at ten-years-old. The book that AJ mentions is The Nine by Gwen Strauss about a band of daring resistance women who escaped from Nazi Germany. If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social . AJ is also still on Twitter at @secretarmypod . We'd love to hear from you, especially your takes on the Series 2 episodes Trapped and Not According to Plan which are in preparation. Thank you! Next Time: Lucky Piece…
In this special episode of Down the Line, AJ Interviews none other than Jan Francis who played Lisa Colbert: codename Yvette, in Secret Army. As well as her memories of being cast in the show, Jan recalls its creator and producer Gerry Glaister, and the learning curve she and her fellow cast members went on as they found out about the historical reality behind the series. Having recently watched the series again on Talking Pictures, Jan also reflects on whether Secret Army still stands up today. She also reveals some surprisingly relevant stories of her own father's wartime exploits. We are incredibly grateful to Jan for giving up her time for this interview and for sharing so generously. If you would like to show your appreciation, then please consider donating to Jan's chosen charity: SSAFA (The Armed Forces Charity) at: https://www.ssafa.org.uk/ (and mention this Secret Army podcast when you donate so that contributions relating to this interview can be grouped together). As ever, we'd love to hear from you. We will shortly be recording our thoughts on the Series 2 episodes: 'Trapped' and 'Not According to Plan' - if you have anything to say about either then our email is: secretarmypod@gmail.com You can also send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social . AJ is also still on Twitter at @secretarmypod Thank you for listening! AJ & Andy x Next Time: Russian Roulette…
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1 Series 2, Episode 1: The Hostage 1:55:15
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AJ and Andy finally arrive at Series 2 and its fair to say they're excited to be here. They discuss the big changes between seasons as Lifeline takes up its new centre of operations in the high-class Restaurant Candide in the Grand Place and Albert, Monique and Natalie begin to rub shoulders with the enemy on a daily basis. Along the way your hosts also discuss the off-screen departure of Jacques Bol, the Birthday Paradox and this episode's terribly misjudged instrumental music. As ever the historical reality behind the episode is also explored and Andy's partner Ryan shares what he thinks after his first time watch. We also hear from regular contributor Alex Wilcock and there's a special musical Easter Egg from 2006. Spoiler Alert: Although this episode is from 1978 we feel duty bound to issue a spoiler warning relating to the death of one of Lifeline's regular characters. Do watch the episode in advance of listening. If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social . AJ is also still on Twitter at @secretarmypod . We'd love to hear from you, especially your takes on the Series 2 episodes Lucky Piece and Trapped which we have yet to record. Thank you! Next Time: Interview with Jan Francis (in two weeks time)…
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1 Interview with Juliette Hammond (Christmas Special 2024) 1:56:33
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It's our 2024 Christmas Special and this year our festive offering is a brand new interview with Juliette Hammond who played Natalie in all three series of Secret Army! As well as talking about her memories of the series, in an interview first, she also casts her mind back to playing other roles during her career: the telepath Pella in Blake's 7, the duplicitous Miranda in Only Fools and Horses, and Miss Hawk in the Look and Read series Dark Towers. She also recounts her experiences of growing up with actor parents, why she left acting behind, and her love of teaching drama. If you enjoy this interview then please consider giving a donation to Juliette’s chosen charity: The Donkey Sanctuary, based in Sidmouth. Their website is www.thedonkeysanctuary.org.uk or you can call them on 01395 579128. When making a donation please say that it’s in reference to the Secret Army podcast, as this will help the charity to group all the donations together and work out any amount raised. We will be back next month - on the 4 January - with our review of the first episode of Series 2: The Hostage. If you would like to contact us then please email us on, or send a voicenote to: secretarmypod@gmail.com or send us a message on Bluesky: AJ is on secretarmypod.bsky.social while Andy can be found at andypodding.bsky.social . AJ is also still on Twitter at @secretarmypod We'd love to hear from you. Thank you for coming down the line with us in 2024. Happy holidays! Andy & AJ xxx…
AJ and Andy look back over the first series of Secret Army ahead of their exploration of series two. Andy shares memories of Clifford Rose while AJ teases content from a forthcoming interview with Jan Francis. They also consider their favourite directors, writers, regular characters and guest stars and reveal choices sent in by listeners. As a piece of bonus content in the final 20 minutes AJ interviews Abigail Brown who played the farmer's daughter in the first episode of Secret Army before becoming a regular on Grange Hill. If you enjoy this interview please consider donating to one of her charities: Shelter or the NSPCC . If you would like to get in touch with us about this episode or have comments about the Series 2 episodes Russian Roulette or Lucky Piece (we've already recorded The Hostage) then please tweet us at @secretarmypod or email us (or send a voice-note): secretarmypod@gmail.com Thank you for coming down the line with us! Andy & AJ…
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1 Episode 16: Be the First Kid in Your Block to Rule the World 1:36:44
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With Kessler determined to capture the British agent, Curtis must find a way out of Brussels as a great encirclement of the city begins... AJ and Andy finally reach the end of the first series and tackle matters as diverse as the relationship between Lisa and Curtis, the replacement of Brandt by Reinecke, and what Lifeline is doing outside at the end of the episode! Along the way they find much to enjoy: the ideas that Lisa and Monique come up with; the typically Vik Ritelis direction; and the sheer bravado of Curtis's escape. However, they also find themselves grappling with a historical dating issue and why Curtis doesn't understand that he can't just come back to Brussels! At the end of the episode we hear from Sophie who found her way to Secret Army via Buffy, the Vampire Slayer! You can find Sophie on Instagram @stanleybiggsclothiers. Please do let us know your thoughts on this or any previous episode. We will shortly be recording episodes on Series 2's early episodes, so message us about those too! You can contact us on Twitter @secretarmypod or by email on secretarmypod@gmail.com We will be back next month with an episode reviewing all of the first series of Secret Army. Thanks for listening! AJ & Andy Next Month: Series 1 Wrap-Up…
When Curtis falls under suspicion for the murder of Hugh Neville, the future of Lifeline is in doubt as Brandt and Kessler come dangerously close to uncovering their operations... Andy is thrilled to have arrived at what he consider to be a blueprint for the series Secret Army and even dispensed with his usual poker face when watching it with Ryan. AJ meanwhile couldn't help but notice the wintry feel or the amount of times characters came in and out of doors! There's also high praise for both Curtis and Albert they respond to questioning, as well as fond appreciation for the thoughtful scenes that the latter shares with Andree. Elsewhere, there's an opportunity to sing "Capable Women" rather than "Interchangeable Men" and a moment to appreciate Jacques Bol in this his final episode. Join AJ and Andy as they hurtle towards the finale of Series One! Please do get in touch with your thoughts on this and future episodes. Tweets and voice-notes are both most welcome. You can email us on secretarmypod@gmail.com or on Twitter @secretarmypod Thank you for coming with us down the line! AJ & Andy Next Time: Be the First Kid in Your Block to Rule the World…
When the brothers of a Brussels-based monastery elect to harbour an evader, Kessler arrives on the scene and his usual tactics are in no way dulled as he confronts these 'men of God' on one of their holiest days: Good Friday. This month, AJ and Andy are delighted to be joined by Alex Wilcock as together they muse upon the many theological themes, meanings and metaphors in John Brason's script. They also consider chosen family and chosen names, whether Lisa is a calming influence, and, as ever, the value of Curtis to Lifeline. Elsewhere there is advice from AJ on egg painting, memories of slideshow nights from Andy, and a wonderfully relevant Kate Bush-related fact from Alex. Please do get in touch with your thoughts on this and future episodes. Tweets and voice-notes are most welcome! You can email us on secretarmypod@gmail.com or on Twitter @secretarmypod Thank you so much for listening! AJ & Andy Next Time: Suspicions…
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1 An interview with Hetty Baynes (Yvonne) 50:10
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AJ and Andy interview Henrietta 'Hetty' Baynes who played Yvonne in three different episodes of Secret Army. Hetty recalls working on the Candide studio set, rehearsing in Acton and the joy of working with the series regulars. She also reflects on what motivated Yvonne and the character's possible journey after the war. Hetty also recounts highlights from her varied TV career including Bergerac, Running Scared and Jonathan Creek and how she met and fell in love with film director Ken Russell while making The Secret Life of Arnold Bax. If you enjoyed this episode please consider contributing to one of Hetty's nominated charities: NSPCC, www.nspcc.org.uk , 0207 825 2505 Beat, beateatingdisorders.org.uk , 0160 375 3308 Mind, mind.org.uk , 0208 215 2243 Next Time: Good Friday…
AJ and Andy explore James Andrew Hall's second contribution to Secret Army: Bait, a clever tale centring around a woman, Catherine Bidout, living in Brussels who has not been interned despite being British. She is part of a trap prepared by Kessler, and Brandt is in danger of falling right into it. When Lifeline are also summoned to help, both the future of the evasion line and the Luftwaffe Major are at stake. As well as the pair's enjoyment of the inclusion of so many older female characters, AJ is a great fan of the final denouement which sees Brandt resolute while under pressure from Kessler, while Andy enjoys the Major's moral decision to save Bidout rather than pursue Lifeline. Elsewhere... there is deep love for the return of the wonderful Yvonne played by Henrietta Baynes; the character of Curtis continues to be a source of frustration; and the scene in which Albert requires Monique to work on the Nazi flag comes under the microscope. Also, Andy has clearly thought far too much about the route of Hitler's birthday parade, while AJ has actually just been to Brussels and shares their experiences of visiting the Candide today! We also hear from Ryan, Alex Wilcock and Andrew Orton. Andrew's video on Secret Army can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xWqBfiwzy5A Thank you to them and everyone else who is joining us on this journey. Tweets and voice-notes are most welcome! You can email us on secretarmypod@gmail.com or on Twitter @secretarmypod You can find out more about the current pop-up gallery in the Brussels' building used as the Candide here: https://www.316.be/meet-ups Anyway, we're both off to the haberdashery for a good gossip. Until next time... AJ & Andy Next Time: Interview with Henrietta Baynes (in 2 weeks time)…
This month AJ & Andy appraise Michael Chapman's sole contribution to Secret Army: Hymn to Freedom, which explores the political and personal motivations of the Quisling-like Van Reijn as he attempts to leave Occupied Belgium behind. Andy has issues with Chapman's storytelling style, while AJ has cause to sing a refrain of 'Interchangeable Men'. Elsewhere, a draughts trope irritates Andy, AJ considers how differently they might react to Lisa if a man talked to them like Curtis does, and both of them are thrilled to learn about a filming location used in the episode. We are joined, as ever, by Ryan, and also by Alex Wilcock whose reading of the episode brings lots of new ideas to light. At the end of the episode we are joined by Sophia Bennett ( @sophiabennett on Twitter) who reflects on how Secret Army has affected both her reading and her writing. You can find out about her books here: http://sophiabennett.com/books/ Also you might want to check out Flemish and Wallooon POWs in the Second World War by Jean-Michel Veranneman (as mentioned by AJ): https://www.pen-and-sword.co.uk/Belgium-in-the-Second-World-War-Paperback/p/20249 As ever, thank you for listening and please do share links and promote the podcast wherever you can. You can tweet us at @secretarmypod or email us/drop us a voice-note at secretarmypod@gmail.com Next Time: Bait…
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1 Episode 11: A Question of Loyalty 1:25:25
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This month AJ and Andy review one of the most celebrated episodes of the first series in which Lifeline is threatened when Monique gets too close to an SS officer impersonating an evader. As well as exploring the welcome character development for both Monique and Albert, and the bravura performance by Angela Richards in particular, the pair also discuss Clifford Rose's portrayal of the ruthless Kessler. They reserve special attention for the episode's sublime 'No Compartments' speech which is discussed in depth towards the end of the episode. Why Angela didn't receive a Best Actress BAFTA is anyone's guess. Elsewhere Andy takes a deep dive into the locations featured in the episode, while AJ explains the surprising reason why Clive Arrindell, who plays Stoller here, is such a familiar face in Spain. Recounting of the unspeakable activities of the original SS Totenkopf Division (of which Stoller was a part) incorporates discussion of the massacres at Le Paradis and Chasselay. You can find more information on these incidents here: Le Paradis: http://www.leparadismassacre.com/ Chasselay: ( https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/chasselay-massacre-june-1940 ) As usual we close by hearing what fans of the series think of the episode, before Sarah tells us what the series meant to her first time around. Next Time: Hymn to Freedom…
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1 An interview with Christopher Douglas (Noel Uys) 27:07
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AJ interviews actor and writer Christopher Douglas who played downed South African airman Noel Uys in the Series 1 episode Identity in Doubt. Christopher is now best known for playing Ed Reardon in radio's Ed Reardon's week but was happy to cast his mind back to 1977, his co-stars, director Vik Ritelis, and his time in the mud! If you enjoyed this episode please donate to Christopher's chosen charity: Blood Cancer UK: https://bloodcancer.org.uk/ You can also donate by phone on: 0808 1695155 Next TIme: A Question of Loyalty…
When a lock keeper is killed and Jacques is injured, Natalie's fate looks uncertain as she is taken hostage by an impetuous evader whose identity is in doubt... AJ and Andy critique 'the one with the mud' and find a lot more to discuss and explore than this episode's memorable denouement. There is high praise for Juliet Hammond-Hill's performance as Natalie as the character takes centre-stage for the first time, and appreciation of the sequence in which Monique is attacked as a collaborator in the Candide, a troubling rehearsal of events later in the series. The episode's protagonist, young South African airmen Noel Uys, played by Christopher Douglas, also comes under the spotlight. In a special episode, in two week's time, you will be able to hear AJ's exclusive interview with Christopher to find out what he remembers about his time on Secret Army. As well as focusing on Viktors Ritelis's direction and Raymond London's design, the episode's distinctive soundscape is discussed. And thanks to one of our wonderful listeners we can also reveal the episode's principal windmill and mudflats locations, so you too can lose your shoes and roll around waist-deep in mud should the fancy take you. Thank you for your continued support of Down the Line and don't forget that we'd love to hear your thoughts on each episode either on Twitter ( @secretarmypod ) or email ( secretarmypod@gmail.com ), or as a voice-note, also by email (ee will be recording our episode about 'Bait' next if you want to contribute). Edmund Pegge's excellent autobiography, referenced in this episode, is called Forever Horatio and is available on Amazon . Next Time (20 April): Interview with Christopher Douglas (Noel Uys)…
In today's mid-month bonus edition AJ interviews Bridget Bree who has lived in Belgium since 2017. Bridget is currently renting 28 Grand Place, the location used as the exterior of the Candide in the second and third series of Secret Army. Bridget and the '316 community' ( https://www.316.be ) are renting the building as a space for an art exhibition until the summer. Bridget is a fan of the series so is very keen for people to take this rare opportunity (it has been closed for some time) to visit the Candide and have a look around inside. Join AJ as they find out more about Bridget's work and how the interior compares to the Restaurant Candide we know and love from the series. Next Time: Identity in Doubt…
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There is trouble in Paris and Lisa is about to get in very deep water in nearby Senlis. But when her uncle Gaston finds himself interrogated by Kessler himself it is set to be a dark day for Lifeline. As they review Too Near Home, AJ and Andy discuss its writer, master of suspense and spy storytelling - Robert Barr, the reliably distinctive direction of Viktors Ritelis and, thanks to the appearance of Souad Faress as Maria, the hidden history of the people of colour who played key roles as airmen and resistance workers during the war. They also find themselves critiquing plot contrivances at the Pontoise Prison and Lifeline communication failures, and due to Jeffrey Holland's presence even singing the theme to 'Oh Dr Beeching'! Get your handkerchiefs at the ready because it's time for the once seen, never forgotten, Too Near Home. We also hear from Jem Fell (@jemfellpoetry) who remembers the power of Secret Army's title sequence. Next Time: A special mid-month episode relating to the Candide. ______________________________________________________________________ The books that AJ mentions in the episode are: - Under Fire: Black Britain in Wartime 1939-45 by Stephen Bourne - The Story of Britain's Black Airmen by K. N. Chimbiri You may also want to check out: - Spy Princess: the Life of Noor Inayat Khan by Shrabani Basu…
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This month AJ and Andy review one of their favourite episodes from the first series: Guilt. Naturally, they love the more active role it affords Angela Richards' Monique as she follows Curtis into France to determine if he is a double agent. Guilt is of course a continuation of the story begun in Lost Sheep, dealing with the aftermath of the betrayal of Flt. Lt. Peter Romsey and the death of resistance agent Victor. And like the preceding episode, Lost Sheep, it is masterfully penned by N J Crisp and directed by Paul Annett. Monique aside, AJ and Andy also discuss: 'shelf-cam'; Curtis's high-risk strategy in the narrative (and how it fits with his white male heteronormative fantasy); whether he and Monique should have murdered Dorothy Neville as well as Hugh; and what this episode says about women both in front of and behind the camera. All this and Ryan enjoys three different 'mission hats'! Next Time: Too Near Home…
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1 An interview with Christopher Guard (Flt. Lt. Peter Romsey) 36:24
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We are just too good to you! In this, another special extra edition of Down the Line, AJ catches up with Christopher Guard who played Peter Romsey in Lost Sheep. Chris shares his memories of working on Secret Army and also reflects more broadly on his time working in television in the 70s. He also shares details of his entertaining autobiography: And Then It Was Now, which is available in print and as an ebook: https://amzn.eu/d/3RiEzAb If you enjoyed this interview please consider donating a sum to Christopher's chosen charity: the World Wildlife Fund: https://www.worldwildlife.org/ Many thanks for listening. We will be back in your ears again on February 3rd when we review the sequel to Lost Sheep: Guilt.…
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Its a new year and a new time slot! From now on we will be publishing new episodes on the first Saturday of every month. Today, AJ and Andy tackle Lost Sheep, the seventh episode of the first series, which features Christopher Guard as evader Peter Romsey - the Lost Sheep of the title - and Peter Barkworth as writer Hugh Neville. As well as celebrating the performances and exploring Norman John Crisp's intelligent script, they share stories of location hunting and consider the episode's unfortunate sexist elements. Also up for discussion are Romsey's sexuality, Barkworth's 1985 drama Late Starter, and the exact specifics of the OBOE bombing system! Don't miss our special accompanying episode in which AJ interviews the wonderful Christopher Guard. Next Time: Guilt…
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In a special Christmas episode Andy takes up the editing reins for a change and guides Saint Nicholas's festive sleigh as he and AJ celebrate Secret Army and this podcast with a little help from Albert, Monique, Natalie. Max and a group of Belgian orphans. As well as reflecting on what they have learned through collaborating and creating together, there's also a fiendish quiz and some entirely reliable Belgian Christmas facts. There's also a tale of a French Christmas past from AJ and a snowy Swedish train journey fromAndy. All this and a Secret Army Christmas song that is much less lost than was thought. We wish you all a very happy holiday season! Down the Line will return on 6 January 2024. Next Time: Lost Sheep…
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This week AJ interviews Angela Richards who played Monique Duchamps in all three series of Secret Army. Rather than covering her time on Secret Army (as discussed in Andy's 2020 interview with her for his UK TV Drama Podcast - see link below) AJ covers brand new ground with the supremely talented actress and singer. Music: For All Our Yesterdays written and performed by Angela Richards Andy's interview with Angela: ( https://soundcloud.com/azuktvdrama/19b-interview-with-angela-richards ) You can purchase 'An Evening at Le Candide' (Angela's songs from Secret Army including 'For All Our Yesterdays') on CD here (part proceeds go to Angela): http://classictvpress.co.uk/secretarmymusic.htm If you would like to donate to Angela's chosen charity visit: http://pdsa.org.uk (donate button in top right hand corner) or phone: 0800 9172509 (lines open 9 to 5 Monday toFriday). When donating quote 'Angela Richards - Secret Army podcast'. And don't forget to follow us on social media: Twitter/Instagram: @secretarmypod Thank you for listening. AJ and Andy xxx Next Time: A festive special on Christmas Day!…
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This time AJ and Andy review Growing Up - the very first episode of Secret Army to go before the cameras back in April 1977. It tells the story of a young Belgian boy - Jean-Paul Dornes played by Max Harris - who discovers and assists a downed airman - Sgt Clfford Howson played by Norman Eshley - with tragic consequences. Once again the Lifeline regulars (in AJ's head 'The Baker Street Irregulars') are somewhat sidelined as the episode takes a 'Play for Today'-style focus centred around the Dornes family and their small mining town existence which, despite Anna Dornes' naive convictions, cannot escape the war. They find much to enjoy in the episode: particularly the performances of Max Harris and Brian Glover, and its careful treatment of grief and bereavement. If anyone listening is currently dealing with bereavement you might choose to skip AJ's recollections of dark times in their life which the episode prompted them to revisit. Andy is surprised to find Vivien Merchant and Stanley Lebor among the supporting cast, playing the wonderfully named Mademoiselle Gunet (the teacher) and Pierre Bazin (the shopkeeper) respectively. Elsewhere, it falls to Ryan to call out Kessler for his unfair treatment of Brandt, Andy reveals a more significant role for Natalie in the original script, and AJ demands that the production team 'give that woman a hair bobble'! As the episode draws to a close we hear from Simon Jones who selects a possibly surprising favourite regular character. Next Time: Lost Sheep…
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Today the Down the Line team review the episode that Andy always describes as the start of Secret Army proper: Second Chance. Although it introduces yet more new characters: Hans and Lena, the story has our Lifeline regulars more centre stage and we finally hear Monique sing. It's a tightly plotted piece with a weighty moral dilemma at its absorbing and memorable conclusion. Elsewhere AJ is disappointed by Rear Gunner Eric Finch's northern-ness and both they and Andy are infuriated by Curtis's sexism. They also have to cause question once again who exactly is the series lead? Is it Lisa, who like her historical counterpart ran the line, or is it Albert? Also, AJ is critical of sling technique and, unlike Hans, very pleased not to have taken their name from a gravestone, while Andy wonders why neither of them received invites to the Manon Wedding Party. Both are surprised to discover that Monique has a flat, although they note that it is nothing like as fancy as Natalie's apartment later in the series. What has Natalie been up to? At the end of the episode we hear from musician Kate Garner @KateGarnerMusic (the daughter of Chas from Chas & Dave - yes really!) who consider the first series to be her sweet spot. Next Time: Growing Up…
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We've reached episode 4 of the first series and Arden Winch's Child's Play. While AJ has beef with Mr Winch, Andy struggles to believe this is directed by Viktors Ritelis. Although both agree that this is not the best episode of Secret Army, due to the sheer amount of exposition and the fact that it takes place down the line away from most of the Lifeline regulars, they still find things to enjoy here: the Chantal sisters for instance and the climactic scenes towards the end of the episode. Elswehere, Ryan finds the episode to be much better than he imagined and regular contributor Alex Wilcock makes some excellent observations. Some of the real life heroes of the Comete Line are examined as we delve into the events that inspired this and other episodes including the fearless Tante Go and basque guide Fiorentino. If you would like to get involved in the podcast, get in touch at @secretarmypod on Twitter or secretarmypod@gmail.com . Next Time... Episode 5: Second Chance…
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This week AJ and Andy tackle the third episode of Secret Army's first series: Radishes with Butter, written by John Brason and directed by Paul Annett. It chiefly deals with the Final Solution: the deportation of Jews from Brussels to death camps, via the story of one family - the Schliemanns - who Curtis wants Lifeline to help even though Lisa insists that they cannot get involved. At Gestapo HQ Brandt and Kessler lock horns over Nazi coffee and some bourbon biscuits, while courtesy of Gaston and his friends we discover that bankers can be the good guys sometimes! Elsewhere Andy has memories of the late Michael Burrell who played Schliemann and Jan Francis who has never forgotten that rooftop kiss! First-time watcher Ryan wants to know whether he is meant to like Curtis, while Alex Willcock just outright calls him a dick. Andy and AJ are similarly unimpressed. The episode ends with memories from Maria Leel who recalls tuning in to Secret Army from the start the first time around and then binge-watching it again when the series was first released on DVD. All this and a description of Front Axial Projection! If you would like to get involved in the podcast, get in touch at @secretarmypod on Twitter or secretarmypod@gmail.com . Next Time... Episode 4: Child's Play…
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This week AJ and Andy explore the filmic second episode of Secret Army: Sergeant on the Run. This leads them to consider the unique directorial style of Latvian-born Viktors Ritelis with his penchant for metaphor and stark European realism. They also discuss how this episode might have placed better later in the run due to its focus on a guest character - Sergeant Walker played by Martin Burrows - as opposed to the series regulars, some of whom we are still being introduced to, such as cycle shop owner Jacques Bol. AJ prompts Andy to considers why gay men might be drawn to the series female characters and also wonders if the relationship between Albert and Monique might have only been a 'night-time encounter' had it not been for the war. Andy also reads from, series advisor, Bill Randle's account of his wartime evasion adventures in Brussels which directly inspired some of Sergeant Walker's scenes in this episode. The episode ends with nostalgic reflections from Secret Army fan Joanne Lee who remembers watching the series while at school in Brussels. If you would like to get involved in the podcast, get in touch at @secretarmypod on Twitter or secretarmypod@gmail.com . Next Time... Episode 3: Radishes with Butter…
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1 An interview with Austin Ruddy (principal designer of Secret Army) 45:35
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In this special bonus interview AJ speaks with Secret Army's principal designer Austin Ruddy who created all the key sets for the series including all the Candide interiors, the German offices at the Avenue Louise, and the Colbert family home. Ruddy describes how he became a TV production designer and his memories of working on Secret Army. If you enjoyed this bonus episode you might like to donate to Austin Ruddy's chosen charity: The Salvation Army food bank in Ripon, Yorkshire: https://www.givefood.org.uk/needs/at/salvation-army/ripon/ (or: https://www.salvationarmy.org.uk/ripon )…
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1 Episode 1: Lisa - Code Name Yvette 1:31:34
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This week your hosts, AJ and Andy, talk a little more about the inception of the series, specifically the contribution of creator (uncredited) and producer Gerard (Gerry) Glaister) and script editor and writer John Brason, as well as reviewing the first episode: Lisa - Code Name Yvette, written by Willis Hall and directed by Kenneth Ives. Hall had the unenviable task of writing an opening instalment that had to introduce a huge number of characters as well as setting the scene for the style and approach of the series. Was he successful? Or was it an impossible task? We also hear from Ryan as he watches Secret Army for the very first time. Don't miss AJ's interview with Secret Army's principal designer Austin Ruddy, also published today. If you would like to get involved in the podcast, get in touch at @secretarmypod on Twitter or secretarmypod@gmail.com . Next Time... Episode 2: Sergeant on the Run…
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1 An introduction to Down the Line: a Secret Army podcast 1:23:53
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Introducing 'Down the Line' a new podcast exploring, reviewing and celebrating the classic BBC wartime series Secret Army. In this special introductory episode your hosts, Andy and AJ describe what their new podcast will include and why they love Secret Army. New episodes will be available every 2 weeks and will explore every instalment in depth. Along the way there will be bonus interviews with cast and crew members too! If you would like to get involved, get in touch at @secretarmypod on Twitter or secretarmypod@gmail.com . Next Time... Episode 1: Lisa - Code Name Yvette…
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