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Take it from Here

Take it from Here

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"Take It From Here" was a landmark British radio comedy show that aired from 1948 to 1960, known for its witty writing and iconic characters like The Glums.

Here’s a deeper look into its legacy:

🎙️ Overview of Take It From Here

  • Broadcast Period: 23 March 1948 – 3 March 1960

  • Station: BBC Light Programme

  • Format: Comedy sketch show with musical interludes

  • Episodes: 328 across 13 series

  • Runtime: 30 minutes per episode

👥 Key Cast Members

  • Jimmy Edwards: Played the pompous schoolmaster and Pa Glum

  • Dick Bentley: Often portrayed the bumbling son, Ron Glum

  • Joy Nichols: Original female lead, replaced in 1953

  • June Whitfield: Took over from Nichols, famously played Eth Glum

  • Alma Cogan & The Keynotes: Provided musical segments

  • Clarence Wright & Wallas Eaton: Supporting cast

✍️ Writers and Creators

  • Frank Muir & Denis Norden: Legendary writing duo who shaped post-war British comedy

  • Barry Took & Eric Merriman: Contributed scripts in later years

  • Producer: Charles Maxwell

Muir and Norden’s writing was known for its clever wordplay, satirical sketches, and parodies of popular genres. Their work on Take It From Here laid the groundwork for future British comedy shows like Round the Horne and My Word!.

🧠 Cultural Impact

  • The Glums: A recurring segment that became a national favorite, satirizing working-class family life with exaggerated characters and absurd situations.

  • Influence: Helped transition British radio comedy from variety-style entertainment to character-driven sitcoms.

  • Legacy: Revered as one of the most influential radio comedies of its time, often cited in retrospectives on British humor.

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    - Created by the legendary duo Frank Muir and Denis Norden, it starred Jimmy Edwards, Dick Bentley, and initially Joy Nichols, who was later replaced by June Whitfield and Alma Cogan.
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