The Fat Hog
The Questers visit the legendary Fat Hog tavern and its glamorous owner Nigressa. Stars Stephen Mangan. From February 2013.
The Questers find themselves seeking succour at the Fat Hog, a hostelry famed for its excellent cuisine, and run by its quixotic headchef Nigressa.
Meanwhile, Lord Darkness is having trouble with his new Ball of Infinite Vision.
Fantasy-based sitcom set in Lower Earth written by James Cary.
Vidar ...... Darren Boyd
Dean/Kreech ...... Kevin Eldon
Amis ...... Dave Lamb
Sam ...... Stephen Mangan
Lord Darkness ...... Alistair McGowan
Penthiselea ...... Ingrid Oliver
Nigressa ...... Phoebe Waller-Bridge
Producer: Sam Michell
First broadcast on BBC Radio 4 in February 2013.
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Nigressa of the Fat Hog
Duration: 01:35
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Tue 26 Feb 2013 18:30BBC Radio 4- Tue 5 Mar 2013 07:30BBC Radio 4 Extra
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