One Two Three Four - The Beatles In Time By Craig Brown

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A Day In The Life

20210322

20210323 (R4)

John and Paul's very different characters were key to the Beatles' success.

Decades later, the National Trust attempts to bottle the magic by recreating their childhood homes.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Written by Craig Brown.

Read by Mark McGann, Kate Robbins and Craig Brown.

Abridged in five parts by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

*** Broadcast on 4 Extra to mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles first universal chart number 1, From Me To You, in May 1963.

Snapshots and glimpses of the Beatles and their legacy.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

John and Paul's very different characters were key to the Beatles' success.

Decades later, the National Trust attempts to bottle the magic by recreating their childhood homes.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Written by Craig Brown.

Read by Mark McGann, Kate Robbins and Craig Brown.

Abridged in five parts by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

*** Broadcast on 4 Extra to mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles first universal chart number 1, From Me To You, in May 1963.

Snapshots and glimpses of the Beatles and their legacy.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

She Loves You

20210323

20210324 (R4)

Jane Asher was already a celebrated young actress when she met the Beatles, but she had more to offer than the inside track on fame.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Read by Mark McGann

Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

Paul McCartney is welcomed into his girlfriend's family.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

Magical Mystery Tour

20210324

20210325 (R4)

The American moral majority disdained The Beatles music, but a reception at the British embassy proved to be startlingly enthusiastic.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Read by Mark McGann.

Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters .

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

The Beatles embark on their American adventure.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

The Word

20210325

20210326 (R4)

A looks at the playfulness of the Beatles lyrics, often riddled with half hidden meanings.

Plus a look at how disguise offered Paul McCartney a chance to hide in plain sight and his realisation that adopting a persona could lead to a certain kind of freedom.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Read by Mark McGann.

Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters.

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

Lyrics with hidden meanings, the benefits of hiding in plain sight.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

Strawberry Fields Forever

20210326

20210327 (R4)

It's hard to pinpoint whose idea it was, but the characteristic moptop became a Beatles trademark, spawning thousands of imitation wigs.

Their legacy lives on in unexpected ways.

Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time.

Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era.

And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music.

Read by Mark McGann and Craig Brown

Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters

A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021.

The Beatles hair became a trademark. Locks of it are still available to buy, at a price.

A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.

Episodes

Episode	Title	First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
01	A Day In The Life	20210322	20210323 (R4)	John and Paul's very different characters were key to the Beatles' success. Decades later, the National Trust attempts to bottle the magic by recreating their childhood homes. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Written by Craig Brown. Read by Mark McGann, Kate Robbins and Craig Brown. Abridged in five parts by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. * Broadcast on 4 Extra to mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles first universal chart number 1, From Me To You, in May 1963. Snapshots and glimpses of the Beatles and their legacy. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era. John and Paul's very different characters were key to the Beatles' success. Decades later, the National Trust attempts to bottle the magic by recreating their childhood homes. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Written by Craig Brown. Read by Mark McGann, Kate Robbins and Craig Brown. Abridged in five parts by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. * Broadcast on 4 Extra to mark the 60th anniversary of the Beatles first universal chart number 1, From Me To You, in May 1963. Snapshots and glimpses of the Beatles and their legacy. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.
02	She Loves You	20210323	20210324 (R4)	Jane Asher was already a celebrated young actress when she met the Beatles, but she had more to offer than the inside track on fame. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Read by Mark McGann Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. Paul McCartney is welcomed into his girlfriend's family. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.
03	Magical Mystery Tour	20210324	20210325 (R4)	The American moral majority disdained The Beatles music, but a reception at the British embassy proved to be startlingly enthusiastic. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Read by Mark McGann. Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters . A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. The Beatles embark on their American adventure. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.
04	The Word	20210325	20210326 (R4)	A looks at the playfulness of the Beatles lyrics, often riddled with half hidden meanings. Plus a look at how disguise offered Paul McCartney a chance to hide in plain sight and his realisation that adopting a persona could lead to a certain kind of freedom. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Read by Mark McGann. Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters. A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. Lyrics with hidden meanings, the benefits of hiding in plain sight. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.
05	Strawberry Fields Forever	20210326	20210327 (R4)	It's hard to pinpoint whose idea it was, but the characteristic moptop became a Beatles trademark, spawning thousands of imitation wigs. Their legacy lives on in unexpected ways. Craig Brown presents a series of kaleidoscopic glimpses of the Beatles through time. Drawing on interviews, diaries, anecdotes, memoirs and gossip, he offers an entertaining series of vignettes that capture the mood of an era. It's a journey that takes us from 9th November 1961 when Brian Epstein first heard the four young men in a sweaty basement, via their mop top haircuts, to the jaw-dropping prices paid for the most trivial of memorabilia. And along the way there is the music, always the exuberant, the playful and ever-changing music. Read by Mark McGann and Craig Brown Abridged by Isobel Creed and Jill Waters A Waters Company production for BBC Radio 4, first broadcast in March 2021. The Beatles hair became a trademark. Locks of it are still available to buy, at a price. A fascinating biography of the Fab Four that echoes the frenetic hurly-burly of an era.