Ray's A Laugh

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Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty, and reporter George blunders again.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1949.

Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty. Reporter George blunders again.

Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty, and reporter George blunders again. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From October 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule, Leslie Perrins and Wallace Greenslade.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

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Ted's horoscope is astoundingly accurate and George tries to solve a mystery.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Seller

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and Beaux & Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1949.

Ted's horoscope is spot on and a mystery for George.

Ted's horoscope is astoundingly accurate and George tries solving a mystery. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From October 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

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Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste, plus there's news of a curious will.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins

Music from Bob and Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949.

Smile! Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste.

Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste, plus news of a curious will. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From November 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

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Ted's wife Kitty buys a dog, while George interviews a double-octogenarian.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins.

Music from Bob and Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949.

Kitty buys a dog, while George meets a double-octogenarian.

Kitty buys a dog, much to husband Ted's annoyance, while George interviews a double-octogenarian. Stars Ted Ray. From November 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

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Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock - and reporter George gets festive.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949.

Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock and reporter George gets festive. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From November 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949 to 1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

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Ted puts money on Kitty's dream - and reporter George chases down a forger.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Fred Yule

Leslie Perrins.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949.

Ted puts money on Kitty's dream and reporter George chases down a forger. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From November 1949.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949 to 1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

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19491206

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Kitty suspects Ted is having an affair - and reporter George dons disguise.

Starring Ted Ray.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Announcer: Kenneth Kendall

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1949.

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Ted's wife, Kitty, goes to the sales - while George chases a film star at Waterloo.

Starring Ted Ray.

With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1950.

Ted's wife Kitty goes to the sales while George chases a film star around Waterloo.

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Ted and Kitty return from their holidays, and George tackles an art theft.

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray with George Wadmore.

Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles.

BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1950.

Ted and Kitty return from their holidays and George solves an art theft.

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When Mrs Easy quits, Ted and wife Kitty must wrestle with finding a new cleaner.

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Eddie Maguire, George Wadmore and Ted Ray.

Kitty Bluett

Peter Sellers

Patricia Hayes

Charles Hawtrey

Kenneth Connor

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: George Inns

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in April 1954.

Ted and wife Kitty wrestle with finding a new cleaner.

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Can Ted get over the shock of the arrival of a new employee? And Kitty's throwing a house party - on a budget.

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958.

Will Ted be able to get over the shock after a new employee arrives?

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Ted wants to make some home improvements, but can he manage to wangle a loan from the bank?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958.

Ted wants to make some home improvements but can he manage to get a loan?

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Ted needs some new golf clubs, but the only way he can afford them is via cigarette coupons.

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1958.

Ted needs new golf clubs, but the only way he can afford them is via cigarette coupons.

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Ted's feeling insecure. Maybe body building will increase his self-esteem?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958.

Ted is feeling insecure. Maybe body building will increase his self-esteem?

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With a new dress code at work, can Ted live up to the sartorial rules?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1958.

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A clerical error means Ted thinks his bachelor days have returned - will he be able to cope?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.

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Ted is feeling very nervous. Why would a solicitor want to pay him a visit at home?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.

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After the loss of the family photo album, Kitty wants to recapture the past so Ted buys a new camera.

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.

After the loss of a family album, Kitty wants to recapture the past, so Ted buys a camera.

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Will Ted be able to cope when things take a decidedly chilly turn?

Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.

Will Ted be able to cope when things take a decidedly chilly turn? With Kitty Bluett.

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Concerned about Ted's memory, Kitty sends him to a hypnotist - with dramatic results.

Starring Ted Ray.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959.

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Scramble for the eggsit as Ted and Kitty get cooped up with a hen.

Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett.

With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959.

Ted decides to try and keep hens, but first the eggs hatch some surprises. From 1959.

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When Kitty enters a dressmaking competition, she ends up with more than just one dummy.

Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett.

With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959.

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Ted plans to make a fortune by selling cider made to his mother-in-law's secret recipe...

Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett.

With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1959.

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Ted goes racing when a fortune-teller says someone with the initial 'T' will make money...

Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett.

With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1959.

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What will Ted do now that his holiday in his own garden has ended?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1959.

What will Ted do now that his holiday in his own garden has ended? Stars Ted Ray.

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How will Ted cope when Kitty inherits some money?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

How will Ted cope when Kitty inherits some money? Stars Ted Ray.

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Ted really wants to go to Brighton for a game of golf, but there are two obstacles in the way - his wife and his boss.

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

Ted wants to go to Brighton for a game of golf but Kitty disapproves. Starring Ted Ray.

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When Ted makes Kitty an early morning cup of tea, she wonders what is he really up to?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

19591023

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Ted's grumpier than usual.

Will Kitty take a hint and ease up on the spring cleaning?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.

Will Kitty take a hint and ease up on the spring cleaning? Stars Ted Ray.

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Kitty's dreaming of winning a holiday in Monte Carlo.

But will this make Ted happy?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

Will Ted be happy if Kitty's holiday dreams come true? Stars Ted Ray

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Will Ted be happy when Kitty agrees to look after her friend's affairs?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

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Kitty's just about had enough of Ted's film star obsession.

Will he take the hint?

Starring Ted Ray.

~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.

Kitty's just about had enough of Ted's film star obsession. Will he take the hint?

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Urs' has waited 364 days but she finally gets Ted under the mistletoe and Sidney Mincing comes round to swap turkeys.

Starring Ted Ray

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne and Pat Coombs.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart

Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme on Christmas Day 1959.

Turkey trouble from Mincing - and who's under the mistletoe..?

Ted loves Christmas, Ursula loves mistletoe and Mincing talks turkey. Stars Ted Ray, Kitty Bluett and Pat Coombs. From 1959.

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With cauliflowers piled up in the back garden, Ted tries mass producing his mother-in-law's delicious chutney.

But he gets in a right old pickle...

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

Laidman Browne

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960.

Can Ted make a fortune from Old Ma Bluett's chutney? Starring Ted Ray.

Ted tries to make a packet out of pickle - but the lounge is full of gherkins. Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

Ursula tells Kitty 'there's half a ton of cauliflowers in the back garden'and Kitty says 'I'll make mincemeat out of him'. Ted tries to mass produce his mother-in-law's delicious chutney but gets in a right old pickle.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra

Can Ted make a fortune from Old Ma Bluett's chutney? With Ted Ray. From 1960.

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When Kitty hears about Ted's pay rise, she's keen to start splashing out....

Starring Ted Ray.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Pat Coombs and Laidman Browne.

~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960.

When Kitty hears about Ted's raise, she wants to splash out.

When Kitty hears about Ted's raise, she wants to splash out. Stars Ted Ray, Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. From January 1960.

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The local council wants to find the ‘perfect resident'.

Ted thinks he fits the bill.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Pat Coombs

Laidman Browne

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960.

The local council want to find the 'perfect resident'. Ted thinks he fits the bill...

The local council wants to find the ‘perfect resident'. Ted thinks he fits the bill. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

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Kitty is worried. Ted is excited about his secretive plans for their summer holiday.

Starring Ted Ray.

With:

Kitty Bluett

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Kenneth Connor

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960.

Kitty is worried. Ted is excited about his secretive plans for their summer holiday. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

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Ted gets inspired for a campaign when he's seconded to another advertising agency.

Starring Ted Ray.

With:

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960.

Ted gets inspired over a new advertising campaign. Stars Ted Ray.

Ted gets inspired when he's seconded to another advertising agency. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

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Ted and Kitty are invited next door to meet the new neighbours from India - but what should they wear and take as gifts?

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960.

Ted hopes to impress his new next door neighbours from India.

Ted and Kitty are invited to meet their new next door neighbours who have arrived from India. With Kenneth Connor. From 1960.

Script by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart

Produced by Leslie Bridgmont

Ted hopes to impress his new next door neighbours who have arrived from India.

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Ted shirks work and arrives home early, but Kitty has plans for his time off.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960.

Ted gets home early, but Kitty has plans for him!

Ted shirks work arriving home early, but Kitty has plans for his time off. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

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Ted's favourite TV detective is on – but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit?

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in 1960.

Ted's favourite TV detective is on. Who is the culprit?

Ted's favourite TV detective is on – but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

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Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection?

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in 1960.

Ted's very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty?

Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Our warm thanks to our friends at the Radio Circle for the returned audio.

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Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea.

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960.

Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.

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Ted's worried about household spending. Will a new money-making idea help?

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Pat Coombs

Elsa Palmer

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960.

Ted's worried about household spending. Will a new money-making idea help? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs, Elsa Palmer and Percy Edwards.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

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Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest – his mother-in-law?

Starring Ted Ray.

Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Kitty Bluett

Kenneth Connor

Laidman Browne

Jimmy Lavall

Pat Coombs

Elsa Palmer

Percy Edwards

BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960.

Can Ted cope with the arrival of his mother-in-law?

Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest – his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Jimmy Lavall, Elsa Palmer, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Can Ted cope with a visit from his mother-in-law?

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Will Ted be able to wheedle his way into a work trip to Paris?

Starring Ted Ray.

With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Jimmy Lavall, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards.

Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961.

Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart.

Producer: Leslie Bridgmont

First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960.

Will Ted be able to wheedle his way into a work trip to Paris? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960.

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Episodes

First Broadcast	Repeated	Comments
19491011	20120506 (BBC7) 20130819 (BBC7) 20150517 (BBC7) 20180218 (BBC7) 20180318 (BBC7) 20200802 (BBC7) 20250803 (BBC7) 20250804 (BBC7)	Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty, and reporter George blunders again. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1949. Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty. Reporter George blunders again. Ted is 'gonged' and argues with Kitty, and reporter George blunders again. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From October 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule, Leslie Perrins and Wallace Greenslade. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. [LISTEN NOW]
19491025	20120513 (BBC7) 20130826 (BBC7) 20150524 (BBC7) 20180225 (BBC7) 20200809 (BBC7) 20250810 (BBC7) 20250811 (BBC7)	Ted's horoscope is astoundingly accurate and George tries to solve a mystery. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Seller Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and Beaux & Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1949. Ted's horoscope is spot on and a mystery for George. Ted's horoscope is astoundingly accurate and George tries solving a mystery. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From October 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. [LISTEN NOW]
19491101	20120520 (BBC7) 20130902 (BBC7) 20150531 (BBC7) 20180304 (BBC7) 20200816 (BBC7) 20250824 (BBC7) 20250825 (BBC7)	Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste, plus there's news of a curious will. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins Music from Bob and Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949. Smile! Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste. Ted and Kitty bicker over too much toothpaste, plus news of a curious will. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From November 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. [LISTEN NOW]
19491108	20130909 (BBC7) 20150607 (BBC7) 20180311 (BBC7) 20200823 (BBC7) 20250831 (BBC7) 20250901 (BBC7)	Ted's wife Kitty buys a dog, while George interviews a double-octogenarian. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins. Music from Bob and Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949. Kitty buys a dog, while George meets a double-octogenarian. Kitty buys a dog, much to husband Ted's annoyance, while George interviews a double-octogenarian. Stars Ted Ray. From November 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. [LISTEN NOW]
19491115	20120527 (BBC7) 20130916 (BBC7) 20150614 (BBC7) 20200830 (BBC7) 20250907 (BBC7) 20250908 (BBC7)	Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock - and reporter George gets festive. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949. Ted and Kitty quarrel over her frock and reporter George gets festive. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From November 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949 to 1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. [LISTEN NOW]
19491122	20130923 (BBC7) 20150621 (BBC7) 20180325 (BBC7) 20200906 (BBC7) 20250914 (BBC7) 20250915 (BBC7)	Ted puts money on Kitty's dream - and reporter George chases down a forger. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Fred Yule Leslie Perrins. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in November 1949. Ted puts money on Kitty's dream and reporter George chases down a forger. Stars Ted Ray and Peter Sellers. From November 1949. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949 to 1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. [LISTEN NOW]
19491206	20120603 (BBC7) 20130930 (BBC7) 20150628 (BBC7) 20180401 (BBC7) 20200913 (BBC7)	Kitty suspects Ted is having an affair - and reporter George dons disguise. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Announcer: Kenneth Kendall Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in December 1949.
19500117	20131007 (BBC7) 20150705 (BBC7) 20180408 (BBC7)	Ted's wife, Kitty, goes to the sales - while George chases a film star at Waterloo. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1950. Ted's wife Kitty goes to the sales while George chases a film star around Waterloo.
19500921	20131014 (BBC7) 20150712 (BBC7) 20180415 (BBC7)	Ted and Kitty return from their holidays, and George tackles an art theft. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Peter Sellers, Patricia Hayes, Fred Yule and Leslie Perrins. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Eddie Maguire and Ted Ray with George Wadmore. Music from Bob & Alf Pearson and The Beaux and The Belles. BBC Dance Orchestra conducted by Stanley Black. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in September 1950. Ted and Kitty return from their holidays and George solves an art theft.
19540401	20120610 (BBC7) 20131021 (BBC7) 20150719 (BBC7) 20180422 (BBC7) 20230826 (BBC7) 20230827 (BBC7)	When Mrs Easy quits, Ted and wife Kitty must wrestle with finding a new cleaner. Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Eddie Maguire, George Wadmore and Ted Ray. Kitty Bluett Peter Sellers Patricia Hayes Charles Hawtrey Kenneth Connor BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: George Inns First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in April 1954. Ted and wife Kitty wrestle with finding a new cleaner.
19581003	20160522 (BBC7) 20180429 (BBC7)	Can Ted get over the shock of the arrival of a new employee? And Kitty's throwing a house party - on a budget. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958. Will Ted be able to get over the shock after a new employee arrives?
19581017	20160529 (BBC7) 20180506 (BBC7)	Ted wants to make some home improvements, but can he manage to wangle a loan from the bank? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958. Ted wants to make some home improvements but can he manage to get a loan?
19581024	20131028 (BBC7) 20150726 (BBC7) 20180513 (BBC7)	Ted needs some new golf clubs, but the only way he can afford them is via cigarette coupons. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in October 1958. Ted needs new golf clubs, but the only way he can afford them is via cigarette coupons.
19581031	20160605 (BBC7) 20180520 (BBC7)	Ted's feeling insecure. Maybe body building will increase his self-esteem? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1958. Ted is feeling insecure. Maybe body building will increase his self-esteem?
19581205	20160612 (BBC7) 20180527 (BBC7)	With a new dress code at work, can Ted live up to the sartorial rules? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in December 1958.
19590102	20160619 (BBC7) 20180610 (BBC7)	A clerical error means Ted thinks his bachelor days have returned - will he be able to cope? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.
19590116	20160626 (BBC7) 20180603 (BBC7)	Ted is feeling very nervous. Why would a solicitor want to pay him a visit at home? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959.
19590123	20160703 (BBC7) 20180617 (BBC7)	After the loss of the family photo album, Kitty wants to recapture the past so Ted buys a new camera. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959. After the loss of a family album, Kitty wants to recapture the past, so Ted buys a camera.
19590130	20160710 (BBC7) 20180624 (BBC7)	Will Ted be able to cope when things take a decidedly chilly turn? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in January 1959. Will Ted be able to cope when things take a decidedly chilly turn? With Kitty Bluett.
19590206	20190721 (BBC7)	Concerned about Ted's memory, Kitty sends him to a hypnotist - with dramatic results. Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959.
19590213	20190728 (BBC7)	Scramble for the eggsit as Ted and Kitty get cooped up with a hen. Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959. Ted decides to try and keep hens, but first the eggs hatch some surprises. From 1959.
19590227	20190804 (BBC7)	When Kitty enters a dressmaking competition, she ends up with more than just one dummy. Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1959.
19590313	20190811 (BBC7)	Ted plans to make a fortune by selling cider made to his mother-in-law's secret recipe... Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1959.
19590320	20190818 (BBC7)	Ted goes racing when a fortune-teller says someone with the initial 'T' will make money... Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. With Kenneth Connor, Rosalind Knight and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1959.
19590911	20230121 (BBC7) 20230122 (BBC7)	What will Ted do now that his holiday in his own garden has ended? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1959. What will Ted do now that his holiday in his own garden has ended? Stars Ted Ray.
19591002	20230128 (BBC7) 20230129 (BBC7)	How will Ted cope when Kitty inherits some money? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959. How will Ted cope when Kitty inherits some money? Stars Ted Ray.
19591009	20230204 (BBC7) 20230205 (BBC7)	Ted really wants to go to Brighton for a game of golf, but there are two obstacles in the way - his wife and his boss. Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959. Ted wants to go to Brighton for a game of golf but Kitty disapproves. Starring Ted Ray.
19591016	20230211 (BBC7) 20230212 (BBC7)	When Ted makes Kitty an early morning cup of tea, she wonders what is he really up to? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959.
19591023	20230218 (BBC7) 20230219 (BBC7)	Ted's grumpier than usual. Will Kitty take a hint and ease up on the spring cleaning? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1959. Will Kitty take a hint and ease up on the spring cleaning? Stars Ted Ray.
19591106	20230225 (BBC7) 20230226 (BBC7)	Kitty's dreaming of winning a holiday in Monte Carlo. But will this make Ted happy? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959. Will Ted be happy if Kitty's holiday dreams come true? Stars Ted Ray
19591120	20230304 (BBC7) 20230305 (BBC7)	Will Ted be happy when Kitty agrees to look after her friend's affairs? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959.
19591127	20230311 (BBC7) 20230312 (BBC7)	Kitty's just about had enough of Ted's film star obsession. Will he take the hint? Starring Ted Ray. ~Ray's A Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in November 1959. Kitty's just about had enough of Ted's film star obsession. Will he take the hint?
19591225	20251222 (BBC7) 20251221	Urs' has waited 364 days but she finally gets Ted under the mistletoe and Sidney Mincing comes round to swap turkeys. Starring Ted Ray With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne and Pat Coombs. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme on Christmas Day 1959. Turkey trouble from Mincing - and who's under the mistletoe..? Ted loves Christmas, Ursula loves mistletoe and Mincing talks turkey. Stars Ted Ray, Kitty Bluett and Pat Coombs. From 1959. [LISTEN NOW]
19600122	20240323 (BBC7) 20240324 (BBC7)	With cauliflowers piled up in the back garden, Ted tries mass producing his mother-in-law's delicious chutney. But he gets in a right old pickle... Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs Laidman Browne BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960. Can Ted make a fortune from Old Ma Bluett's chutney? Starring Ted Ray. Ted tries to make a packet out of pickle - but the lounge is full of gherkins. Starring Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960. Ursula tells Kitty 'there's half a ton of cauliflowers in the back garden'and Kitty says 'I'll make mincemeat out of him'. Ted tries to mass produce his mother-in-law's delicious chutney but gets in a right old pickle. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra Can Ted make a fortune from Old Ma Bluett's chutney? With Ted Ray. From 1960.
19600129	20120617 (BBC7) 20131104 (BBC7) 20150802 (BBC7) 20180701 (BBC7) 20240330 (BBC7) 20240331 (BBC7)	When Kitty hears about Ted's pay rise, she's keen to start splashing out.... Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Pat Coombs and Laidman Browne. ~Ray's A Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Music from the BBC Variety Orchestra Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Home Service in January 1960. When Kitty hears about Ted's raise, she wants to splash out. When Kitty hears about Ted's raise, she wants to splash out. Stars Ted Ray, Kitty Bluett and Kenneth Connor. From January 1960.
19600205	20240406 (BBC7) 20240407 (BBC7)	The local council wants to find the ‘perfect resident'. Ted thinks he fits the bill. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Pat Coombs Laidman Browne BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960. The local council want to find the 'perfect resident'. Ted thinks he fits the bill... The local council wants to find the ‘perfect resident'. Ted thinks he fits the bill. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.
19600226	20240413 (BBC7) 20240414 (BBC7)	Kitty is worried. Ted is excited about his secretive plans for their summer holiday. Starring Ted Ray. With: Kitty Bluett Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Kenneth Connor Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in February 1960. Kitty is worried. Ted is excited about his secretive plans for their summer holiday. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.
19600304	20240420 (BBC7) 20240421 (BBC7)	Ted gets inspired for a campaign when he's seconded to another advertising agency. Starring Ted Ray. With: Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in March 1960. Ted gets inspired over a new advertising campaign. Stars Ted Ray. Ted gets inspired when he's seconded to another advertising agency. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960.
19600909	20251102 (BBC7) 20251103 (BBC7)	Ted and Kitty are invited next door to meet the new neighbours from India - but what should they wear and take as gifts? Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. Ted hopes to impress his new next door neighbours from India. Ted and Kitty are invited to meet their new next door neighbours who have arrived from India. With Kenneth Connor. From 1960. Script by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart Produced by Leslie Bridgmont Ted hopes to impress his new next door neighbours who have arrived from India. [LISTEN NOW]
19600916	20251109 (BBC7) 20251110 (BBC7)	Ted shirks work and arrives home early, but Kitty has plans for his time off. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in September 1960. Ted gets home early, but Kitty has plans for him! Ted shirks work arriving home early, but Kitty has plans for his time off. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960. [LISTEN NOW]
19600923	20251116 (BBC7) 20251117 (BBC7)	Ted's favourite TV detective is on – but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in 1960. Ted's favourite TV detective is on. Who is the culprit? Ted's favourite TV detective is on – but will he and Kitty agree on the culprit? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. [LISTEN NOW]
19600930	20251123 (BBC7) 20251124 (BBC7)	Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in 1960. Ted's very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty? Ted's getting very jealous. Can he see off a rival for Kitty's affection? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From September 1960. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Our warm thanks to our friends at the Radio Circle for the returned audio. [LISTEN NOW]
19601007	20251130 (BBC7) 20251201 (BBC7)	Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960. Ted has a close call with a door-to-door caller, but it gives him a devious idea. Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From 1960. [LISTEN NOW]
19601014	20251207 (BBC7) 20251208 (BBC7)	Ted's worried about household spending. Will a new money-making idea help? Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Pat Coombs Elsa Palmer Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960. Ted's worried about household spending. Will a new money-making idea help? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Pat Coombs, Elsa Palmer and Percy Edwards. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. [LISTEN NOW]
19601021	20251214 (BBC7) 20251215 (BBC7)	Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest – his mother-in-law? Starring Ted Ray. Ray's a Laugh follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Written by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Kitty Bluett Kenneth Connor Laidman Browne Jimmy Lavall Pat Coombs Elsa Palmer Percy Edwards BBC Variety Orchestra conducted by Paul Fenoulhet. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960. Can Ted cope with the arrival of his mother-in-law? Will Ted be able to cope with a house guest – his mother-in-law? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Jimmy Lavall, Elsa Palmer, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Can Ted cope with a visit from his mother-in-law? [LISTEN NOW]
19601028	20251228 (BBC7) 20251229 (BBC7)	Will Ted be able to wheedle his way into a work trip to Paris? Starring Ted Ray. With Kitty Bluett, Kenneth Connor, Laidman Browne, Jimmy Lavall, Pat Coombs and Percy Edwards. Ray's a Laugh - the successor to ITMA - follows the comedy exploits of Ted's life at home with his 'radio' wife Kitty, as well as in a variety of jobs. It ran from 1949-1961. Scripted by Bernard Botting and Charles Hart. Producer: Leslie Bridgmont First broadcast on the BBC Light Programme in October 1960. Will Ted be able to wheedle his way into a work trip to Paris? Stars Ted Ray and Kitty Bluett. From October 1960. [LISTEN NOW]