“I should have realised in episode one that I was going to struggle with this podcast because my mind kept drifting and I had to keep rewinding it. I plodded on but the same kept happening, plus I found it difficult to listen to the antics of a narcissist toddler posing as a man. I found myself...”Read full review »
southseagirl via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/17/24
“Enjoyed this Story / Podcast immensely from start to finish. Bringing the dairies to life was really well done by all , especially Saul Wordsworth. What an interesting and fascinating story . Saul’s music through out was so cool and blended with the spoken words.
Chris Porters voice is...”Read full review »
Jacx6 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/16/24
“A really interesting podcast that delves into a fascinating life story and a father/son relationship. Thought provoking and a wonderful insight into a complex character. Definitely recommend.”
ep1970 via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/20/24
In this extra-special bonus episode two huge literary figures, Michael Frayn and Blake Morrison - both of whom knew Christopher Wordsworth - join host Saul Wordsworth for a discussion about father-son memoirs.
The Observer piece cited in this episode can be found here.
Original music by Saul...
Saul Wordsworth visits the British Library in search of Spratt, a name cited in his father's diaries and very likely the figure central to “that moment in Iraq".
Link to BBC feature
Original music by Saul Wordsworth from the series is available on Spotify and other streaming...