Lunchtime with Michael Fry

Episode 6: Happy Purge Day! Lock down and tune in

Lunchtime with Michael Fry

Show Notes

Farcical parody of a magazine radio show with absurd guests, debates and live music. Today we’re talking Purge tips. And did someone finally catch the Ulster FM Burglar? Written by Michael Fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight, Eleanor Morton and Carl Kinsella. Performed by Michael fry, Sean Burke, Ciara Knight and Ruby Campbell. Producer: Marc McElroy Executive Editor: Andy Martin

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