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Elis James: Funny Nation Series 1
Episode 1 of 3

Rob Brydon, Ruth Jones and Rhod Gilbert discuss the role of stereotypes in comic portrayals of the Welsh and how our relationship to stereotypes has changed over time.

Elis James explores the history of Welsh comedy and meets some of the biggest stand-up comedians, writers and performers the nation has produced. In this first episode, stars such as Rob Brydon, Ruth Jones and Rhod Gilbert discuss the role of stereotypes in comic portrayals of the Welsh and how our relationship to stereotypes has changed over time. Elis also meets some of the new generation of performers who are breaking through and hears about their attitudes towards Welsh cliches in comedy.

29 minutes

Last on

Mon 8 Jul 2024 21:30
成人快手 One Wales HD & Wales only

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  • Tom Jones

    Green, Green Grass of 成人快手

  • Paul Shane and the Yellowcoats

    Hi-De-Hi (Holiday Rock)

  • David Holmes

    Commercial Break

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Series Producer Iwan England
Director Iwan England

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