James Veitch's Contractual Obligation

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30 minutes

-1410 minutes

Genre

Arts
Comedy
Culture and the Media
Factual
Sketch

Station

Radio 4

Episodes

Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
A Dark Web	20190309		Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. In episode one he is tasked with examining the Dark Web but soon clashes with his producer. In James' mind the BBC's rules are made to be broken. The BBC takes a very different view. Instructed to create a challenge which will allow him to explore the Dark Web, James seems entirely bereft of ideas.... until an online shopping error results in the delivery of 22 packets of button mushrooms. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
A Dark Web	20190309	20191227 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. In episode one he is tasked with examining the Dark Web but soon clashes with his producer. In James' mind the BBC's rules are made to be broken. The BBC takes a very different view. Instructed to create a challenge which will allow him to explore the Dark Web, James seems entirely bereft of ideas.... until an online shopping error results in the delivery of 22 packets of button mushrooms. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
A Gamer	20190323	20191230 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer when caught playing Sonic the Hedgehog. In need of a task for this episode and riled by his producer's dismissal of gaming, James Veitch sets out on a mission to design him a game that's artistically credible and intellectually compelling. His challenge will send him to leading industry analysts, trailblazing designers and into the scrutinous gaze of a roomful of teenagers. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producer is Sam Peach. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer when caught playing Sonic the Hedgehog. In need of a task for this episode and riled by his producer's dismissal of gaming, James Veitch sets out on a mission to design him a game that's artistically credible and intellectually compelling. His challenge will send him to leading industry analysts, trailblazing designers and into the scrutinous gaze of a roomful of teenagers. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producer is Sam Peach. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Animal Crossing	20200620		Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing. Lockdown prompts James to make some major resolutions about life - including reading Proust. But he soon gets distracted by Animal Crossing, the computer game that allows you to escape to your own tropical island. In common with millions of others shut indoors over the past few months, he becomes increasingly obsessed with creating his own island paradise. As his addiction grows, James explores the game's compulsive appeal... and Proust gets shelved. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Animal Crossing	20200620	20200804 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing. Lockdown prompts James to make some major resolutions about life - including reading Proust. But he soon gets distracted by Animal Crossing, the computer game that allows you to escape to your own tropical island. In common with millions of others shut indoors over the past few months, he becomes increasingly obsessed with creating his own island paradise. As his addiction grows, James explores the game's compulsive appeal... and Proust gets shelved. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Deepfakes	20191214		Comedian James Veitch attempts to deepfake his producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Deepfakes	20191214	20200102 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch attempts to deepfake his producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mind Reading	20200613		In search of a new income stream, comedian James Veitch tries his hand at mind reading. James investigates the latest science of brain decoding - and speaks to world famous spoon bender Uri Geller. He explores fears that the big tech giants may soon be able to tap into our innermost thoughts - which in James' case is very scary indeed. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch tries to mind read, with assistance from spoon bender Uri Geller. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mind Reading	20200613	20200728 (R4)	In search of a new income stream, comedian James Veitch tries his hand at mind reading. James investigates the latest science of brain decoding - and speaks to world famous spoon bender Uri Geller. He explores fears that the big tech giants may soon be able to tap into our innermost thoughts - which in James' case is very scary indeed. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch tries to mind read, with assistance from spoon bender Uri Geller. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mindfulness	20191207		Comedian and YouTube star James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new factual podcast format. Miraculously, BBC Radio 4 have commissioned James to make another three episodes. But, as ever, James lacks focus and application. Could mindfulness be the answer? James turns to renowned mindfulness expert Sam Harris for help. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new podcast format Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mindfulness	20191207	20200101 (R4)	Comedian and YouTube star James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new factual podcast format. Miraculously, BBC Radio 4 have commissioned James to make another three episodes. But, as ever, James lacks focus and application. Could mindfulness be the answer? James turns to renowned mindfulness expert Sam Harris for help. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new podcast format Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Off Grid	20191221		Comedian James Veitch tries to start a new life, off grid. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Off Grid	20191221	20200103 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch tries to start a new life, off grid. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Time Travel	20200606	20200721 (R4)	James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel, with the help of former Doctor Who Sylvester McCoy. New series. Comedian James Veitch bumbles his way through more factual investigations in an attempt to secure a regular slot on Radio 4. He opens the series by attempting to reverse a recent split with his ex-girlfriend. The answer: time travel. First though he must get to grips with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics. Producer: Laurence Grissell James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC. James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel, with the help of former Doctor Who Sylvester McCoy. New series. Comedian James Veitch bumbles his way through more factual investigations in an attempt to secure a regular slot on Radio 4. He opens the series by attempting to reverse a recent split with his ex-girlfriend. The answer: time travel. First though he must get to grips with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics. Producer: Laurence Grissell James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Young Adults Novel	20190316		Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems, but he may have found a solution. In episode two James attempts to solve his money troubles by setting himself the task of writing a successful Young Adults Novel. While discovering what makes a publishing phenomenon and how the genre has adapted to the online world, James' ambition for a multi-part movie deal clashes with his Producer's time concerns. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producers were Sam Peach and Viv Jones. Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Young Adults Novel	20190316	20191229 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems, but he may have found a solution. In episode two James attempts to solve his money troubles by setting himself the task of writing a successful Young Adults Novel. While discovering what makes a publishing phenomenon and how the genre has adapted to the online world, James' ambition for a multi-part movie deal clashes with his Producer's time concerns. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producers were Sam Peach and Viv Jones. Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.

Episodes

Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
A Dark Web	20190309		Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. In episode one he is tasked with examining the Dark Web but soon clashes with his producer. In James' mind the BBC's rules are made to be broken. The BBC takes a very different view. Instructed to create a challenge which will allow him to explore the Dark Web, James seems entirely bereft of ideas.... until an online shopping error results in the delivery of 22 packets of button mushrooms. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
A Dark Web	20190309	20191227 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. In episode one he is tasked with examining the Dark Web but soon clashes with his producer. In James' mind the BBC's rules are made to be broken. The BBC takes a very different view. Instructed to create a challenge which will allow him to explore the Dark Web, James seems entirely bereft of ideas.... until an online shopping error results in the delivery of 22 packets of button mushrooms. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch struggles to create a new challenge-based format for Radio 4. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
A Gamer	20190323	20191230 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer when caught playing Sonic the Hedgehog. In need of a task for this episode and riled by his producer's dismissal of gaming, James Veitch sets out on a mission to design him a game that's artistically credible and intellectually compelling. His challenge will send him to leading industry analysts, trailblazing designers and into the scrutinous gaze of a roomful of teenagers. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producer is Sam Peach. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer when caught playing Sonic the Hedgehog. In need of a task for this episode and riled by his producer's dismissal of gaming, James Veitch sets out on a mission to design him a game that's artistically credible and intellectually compelling. His challenge will send him to leading industry analysts, trailblazing designers and into the scrutinous gaze of a roomful of teenagers. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producer is Sam Peach. Comedian James Veitch gets a challenge from his Radio 4 producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Animal Crossing	20200620		Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing. Lockdown prompts James to make some major resolutions about life - including reading Proust. But he soon gets distracted by Animal Crossing, the computer game that allows you to escape to your own tropical island. In common with millions of others shut indoors over the past few months, he becomes increasingly obsessed with creating his own island paradise. As his addiction grows, James explores the game's compulsive appeal... and Proust gets shelved. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Animal Crossing	20200620	20200804 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing. Lockdown prompts James to make some major resolutions about life - including reading Proust. But he soon gets distracted by Animal Crossing, the computer game that allows you to escape to your own tropical island. In common with millions of others shut indoors over the past few months, he becomes increasingly obsessed with creating his own island paradise. As his addiction grows, James explores the game's compulsive appeal... and Proust gets shelved. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch gets drawn into the world of smash hit computer game Animal Crossing Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Deepfakes	20191214		Comedian James Veitch attempts to deepfake his producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Deepfakes	20191214	20200102 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch attempts to deepfake his producer. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mind Reading	20200613		In search of a new income stream, comedian James Veitch tries his hand at mind reading. James investigates the latest science of brain decoding - and speaks to world famous spoon bender Uri Geller. He explores fears that the big tech giants may soon be able to tap into our innermost thoughts - which in James' case is very scary indeed. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch tries to mind read, with assistance from spoon bender Uri Geller. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mind Reading	20200613	20200728 (R4)	In search of a new income stream, comedian James Veitch tries his hand at mind reading. James investigates the latest science of brain decoding - and speaks to world famous spoon bender Uri Geller. He explores fears that the big tech giants may soon be able to tap into our innermost thoughts - which in James' case is very scary indeed. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch tries to mind read, with assistance from spoon bender Uri Geller. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mindfulness	20191207		Comedian and YouTube star James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new factual podcast format. Miraculously, BBC Radio 4 have commissioned James to make another three episodes. But, as ever, James lacks focus and application. Could mindfulness be the answer? James turns to renowned mindfulness expert Sam Harris for help. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new podcast format Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Mindfulness	20191207	20200101 (R4)	Comedian and YouTube star James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new factual podcast format. Miraculously, BBC Radio 4 have commissioned James to make another three episodes. But, as ever, James lacks focus and application. Could mindfulness be the answer? James turns to renowned mindfulness expert Sam Harris for help. Producer: Laurence Grissell Comedian James Veitch wonders if mindfulness can help him create a new podcast format Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Off Grid	20191221		Comedian James Veitch tries to start a new life, off grid. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Off Grid	20191221	20200103 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch tries to start a new life, off grid. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Time Travel	20200606	20200721 (R4)	James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel, with the help of former Doctor Who Sylvester McCoy. New series. Comedian James Veitch bumbles his way through more factual investigations in an attempt to secure a regular slot on Radio 4. He opens the series by attempting to reverse a recent split with his ex-girlfriend. The answer: time travel. First though he must get to grips with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics. Producer: Laurence Grissell James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC. James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel, with the help of former Doctor Who Sylvester McCoy. New series. Comedian James Veitch bumbles his way through more factual investigations in an attempt to secure a regular slot on Radio 4. He opens the series by attempting to reverse a recent split with his ex-girlfriend. The answer: time travel. First though he must get to grips with the fundamentals of quantum mechanics. Producer: Laurence Grissell James Veitch hopes to fix things with his ex-girlfriend by attempting time travel. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Young Adults Novel	20190316		Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems, but he may have found a solution. In episode two James attempts to solve his money troubles by setting himself the task of writing a successful Young Adults Novel. While discovering what makes a publishing phenomenon and how the genre has adapted to the online world, James' ambition for a multi-part movie deal clashes with his Producer's time concerns. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producers were Sam Peach and Viv Jones. Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.
Young Adults Novel	20190316	20191229 (R4)	Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems, but he may have found a solution. In episode two James attempts to solve his money troubles by setting himself the task of writing a successful Young Adults Novel. While discovering what makes a publishing phenomenon and how the genre has adapted to the online world, James' ambition for a multi-part movie deal clashes with his Producer's time concerns. James Veitch's TED Talk - "This is what happens when you reply to spam email" - was a massive hit. The voice of The Producer is Laurence Grissell. The actual Producers were Sam Peach and Viv Jones. Comedian James Veitch is juggling his Radio 4 challenge series with other problems. Comedian James Veitch brings his comic curiosity to the BBC.