Nigel Planer: The Young Ones and Beyond

Actor, poet and writer Nigel Planer joins Spooning With Mark Wogan this week.

Nigel opens up on his early days on a diet of lentils to becoming a generational icon as Neil in the anarchic, groundbreaking sitcom The Young Ones and Nigel opens up about the chaotic 1980s alternative comedy scene. He shares what it was really like peeking through the wings to spot fans like Jack Nicholson and Dustin Hoffman. Plus, Nigel reflects on his complex relationship with his beloved character and reveals the real-life "rom-com" story that took 50 years to find its happy ending. Finally, find out if Mark can change Nigel’s mind on his hatred of rice pudding.

Food Served:

Homeslice Pizza- Caramelised onions, olives, anchovies and mozzarella

Guilty Pleasure- Eccles Cake

Spoon One- Roast carrots with cumin, cinnamon, butter and maple syrup

Spoon Two- Rice Pudding Arancini Ball with honeycomb and almond chocolate

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Nigel’s book, Young Ones is out to buy now

Senior Producer Johnny Seifert

Visual Producer: Chris Jacobs

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