Mike Wozniak

Mike Wozniak, comedian and actor, brings comic performances and a Middle English reading. Professor Marion Turner, Chaucer specialist at Oxford, provides expert historical and literary context. They explore Chaucer’s life amid the Black Death and Hundred Years’ War. They trace his royal service, European travels, influences from Dante and Boccaccio, and the framing and variety of the Canterbury Tales.

Greg Jenner and his guests explore the amazing prehistoric site of Çatalhöyük as we learn about the Neolithic Revolution of the Middle East. What is so special about Çatalhöyük and why did prehistoric hunter-gatherers decide to settle down with pottery, pals and porridge?In archaeology corner this week is Dr Lindsay Der from the University of Victoria in Canada and in comedy corner is the fantastically funny Mike Wozniak.Script: Chris Wakefield, Emma Nagouse and Greg Jenner Research: Chris Wakefield Project manager : Siefe Miyo Edit producer : Cornelius Mendez

Comedian Mike Wozniak discusses his Taskmaster experience, Junior Taskmaster, and the Three Bean Salad podcast. They explore qualifications in comedy, reflections on Taskmaster, and the impact of new material creation. The conversation also touches on the concept of 'the membrane' and its influence on personal growth and future outlook.

Join Dr. Mary Bateman, a lecturer and author specializing in Arthurian tradition, and comedian Mike Wozniak, known for his sharp wit on shows like Taskmaster. They dive into the origins of King Arthur, revealing early portrayals of him as a military leader devoid of familiar elements like Excalibur. The duo discusses the evolution of Arthurian legends across centuries, from medieval texts to Victorian influences, while sprinkling in humor and trivia. Discover how these stories shaped culture and debate the timeless question: Did King Arthur truly exist?

Moustachioed maestro Mike Wozniak joins as a guest in a London Palladium residency. Topics cover whimsical water preferences, dining adventures, and intricate cake heist planning. Playful banter and imaginary food descriptions make this a hilarious and entertaining episode.